Good morning, Decatur.

The Decatur Club closed its doors unexpectedly after 140 years at its downtown location—where it hosted business meetings, events, and weddings.

Decatur Rotary Club members confirmed the closure and noted the general manager had left for a similar position at the Decatur Country Club.

Farm Progress Show will take place at Progress City USA on the campus of Richland Community College in Decatur starting Tuesday, August 26 through August 28.

Thousands of visitors from around the world will watch live demonstrations and see new tools in agriculture—marking 20 years at the permanent site.

After serving Decatur for 6.5 years, Industrial Donut will close on Saturday, August 23, or sooner if supplies run out.

The owners urge customers to redeem gift cards and vouchers before the shop stops operating—thanking the community for their support since opening in 2019.

Police said a Decatur mother died and her two children were hurt after a stabbing attack on Wednesday night at a home on the 1900 block of East Main Street—detectives gathered video and spoke with witnesses as they search for the suspect.

Historic photos from the Herald & Review archives offer Decatur residents a glimpse into the city’s past — the collection includes eight images of downtown Decatur.

On August 20, 2025 (yesterday), Molly Berry of Millikin University and Brandon Rick of ADM joined Byers & Co in a podcast to discuss the annual Day of Service and how ADM helped students serve the community.

Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law on Wednesday banning police from issuing tickets to students for breaking school rules—this measure requires school districts to coordinate with local law enforcement on officer roles and mandates reporting of discipline referrals by race and other factors starting with the 2027-28 school year.

On August 20th, Clay Gerhard and Tracy Whitten of Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to recap the HIIT the DISC Fitness Challenge in a podcast—sharing insights on high-intensity interval training that may boost fitness routines.

Re-Scheduled Rodeo

6-10 p.m. — Macon County Fairgrounds — Free entry and parking — Enjoy thrilling rodeo events including bull riding and barrel racing.

Farm Progress Show

8 AM - 2 PM — Progress City USA — Free entry — Experience the largest outdoor farm event with vehicle demos and expert advice.

Decatur Blaze Alumni Game

5-11:30 p.m. — Decatur Civic Center — Charity event — Celebrate the first alumni game while honoring Cooper Stewart's legacy with food, drinks, and personalized jerseys.

Styx Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Tickets start at $67 — Catch Styx live in a scenic setting for an unforgettable musical experience.

Lauren Alaina Live

7-9 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — $41.00 — Experience the country sensation who's taken the stage since her American Idol days.

Arts in Central Park

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Decatur IL Central Park — Entry fee varies — Explore a vibrant showcase of over 60 artists while enjoying live music and art activities for children.