Good morning, Decatur.

A 73-year-old woman using a walker was found safe by police after wandering 13 blocks from her home as she said her knees were sore.

On Monday, Sept. 7, the Mid-Illinois Labor Council will host its annual Labor Day Parade and Picnic in Decatur.

The event begins at 8:30 a.m. with a lineup on Franklin St, a 10 a.m. parade, and an 11:30 a.m. picnic at Fairview Park; $18,000+ in local grants will be awarded.

Pat Dawson and Matt Beck joined Byers & Co with Kevin Breheny on Aug.

17 to share their continued support for the WSOY Community Food Drive, a local effort that provides assistance via community participation.

Decatur Parks Foundation will host Zoorific Evening — an adults-only fundraiser featuring food, drinks, live and silent auctions and unique animal experiences themed Boots, Belts — at Scovill Zoo on Sept.

19 starting at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $100 per person and all proceeds will benefit the zoo.

First Mid Insurance Group was named a 2026 Best Practices Agency for the seventh time due to strong performance and client-focused service.

The recognition reinforces its solid standing in the local business community.

Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers and Co yesterday to discuss the role of mentors and scholarship opportunities for DCLI graduates in preparation for college.

She also covered details about the DCLI Awards Ceremony, The Farm at 3080, and the WSOY Community Food Drive — key efforts that enrich local community life.

Decatur Public Schools introduced several new administrators as the school year began.

School officials said the changes aim to boost student success in local classrooms.

The Citizens Voluntary Advisory Committee on Data Centers will present its findings and recommendations on data center development during a public meeting Monday, Aug.

31 at 5 p.m. at the Decatur Civic Center Theatre and invite local government representatives if a quorum is expected.

Starting Aug. 31, Heritage Behavioral Health Center will operate a 24/7 walk-in urgent care at its downtown location to provide round-the-clock mental health support for all ages— services from The Living Room have been absorbed as staff transition to new roles until the Water Street building is completed.

Memorial Specialty Care ENT and Allergy in Decatur now offers walk-in appointments for common ear, nose, throat, and allergy conditions at 101 West McKinley Avenue.

Services run Monday through Thursday from 8 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m. and Fridays from 8 to 11 a.m.

New apartments are opening today in downtown Decatur (a project led by local developers) to add more housing options for residents.