Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Decatur.
🎭 Culture
James Millikin Homestead will mark its 150th anniversary with a Jubilee on Sunday, Sept.
20 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the historic site—featuring tours, food vendors, live music, magic, a cakewalk, tree planting, and drumline performance in coordination with Arts in the Park at nearby Central Park.
🎓 Education
The Decatur Rotary Club installed its second book vending machine at Sangamon Valley Primary School in Harristown on Aug.
16, 2026. The machine uses tokens earned through reading and positive behavior so students can select free books—following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 13.
📰 Lifestyle
Overlook Adventure Park is hosting an adults-only glow golf event called Putt the Kids to Bed on September 5 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. (Tickets cost $25 and include unlimited play, DJ music, food from a food truck, yard games and a complimentary drink ticket).
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