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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Macon County Fair Association will host its 4th Harvest Fest from October 3 to 5 at the Fairgrounds—featuring a carnival, food trucks, vendors, a haunted hayride and a demo derby. The event will run Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., with $10 admission for ages 12 and older, $5 for ages 5 to 11 and free entry for kids under 4. Now Decatur
- ➤ Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers and CO on September 10 to discuss shows at the Devon and special events at Scovill Zoo — Sports Sampler and Trees on the Tees. The podcast explains the plans for these upcoming local events. Now Decatur
- ➤ Decatur's Rock Springs Nature Center will host Treat Trail on October 18th from 6:30pm to 8:30pm with a spooky bike ride through the pine forest—families are invited to wear costumes and visit interactive treat stops. Registration is open until October 15 with admission at $5 per treat collector and $2 for each guest, and attendees can warm up with apple cider and cookies inside the center. Now Decatur
- ➤ Millikin University will hold the 8th Annual Nick Project event on September 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Doug and Diane Oberhelman Center for Leadership Performance—alumna Sophie Schwalbach started the project after a family tragedy and the event will offer extinguisher demonstrations and fire safety equipment giveaways to students and the public. Now Decatur
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On September 9, 2025, Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to discuss being a busy grandparent and preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends — featuring The Brass Horn and United Way — in a podcast that is now available to listen. Now Decatur
- ➤ On September 10, 2025, Julienne Shields of Millikin University and Grace Ganley of In Good Company joined Byers & Co to discuss the Aspire Summit in partnership with the Center for Entrepreneurship in a podcast. Their conversation explained how the summit aims to boost support for local entrepreneurs. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Doris Turner joined Byers & Co on September 10th to discuss her upcoming opponent and her district work—she also highlighted pathway opportunities for students. Now Decatur
- ➤ Gov. J.B. Pritzker appointed Reverend L. Bernard Jakes to continue serving on the Chicago Transit Authority Board—he chairs finance and budget at West Point Baptist Church and will help oversee a $74 million transfer by the Regional Transit Authority to tackle a $770-million fiscal cliff. Decatur Radio
- ➤ Decatur City Manager Tim Gleason still commutes from his Goodfield home despite agreeing to move into Decatur by the end of 2024—Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe said he is looking for a home on Lake Decatur and his contract may be amended after his upcoming performance review. Herald & Review
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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.
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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.
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2025 Hispanic Heritage Festival
2-10 p.m. — Nelson Park — Free entry — Celebrate the rich culture and heritage of the Hispanic community with music and festivities.
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Platinum Rock Legends Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying performances from one of the greatest rock bands with stunning visuals and legendary hits.
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