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Decatur
Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The community is invited to the Cops, Coffee and Cameras event on Tuesday, September 30th from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at McDonald’s West on 962 West Eldorado—sponsored by Decatur Police, McDonald’s, and the Lincoln Park Neighborhood Association—with officials ready to answer questions while free blink cameras and security doorbell cameras are offered to citizens with internet access. Now Decatur
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On September 22, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Arts Council gave out grants of $16.2 million to 1,123 artists, organizations + communities, including local groups in Decatur. Decatur received more than $82 thousand to support its arts programs like the Decatur Area Arts Council and Millikin University. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Richland Community College Board of Trustees is seeking a candidate who is a district resident and committed to the college’s mission, with the role lasting until the 2027 election and a re-election bid planned in 2033. Interested parties must submit a professional resume and cover letter by September 26 at noon and attend an interview session on October 7—details are available at One College Park in Decatur. Now Decatur
- ➤ On September 22nd, Lori Kearns of Millikin University and Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to discuss the university’s stepped-up efforts for the WSOY Community Food Drive and its plan to tackle food insecurity on campus. Now Decatur
- ➤ Millikin University will welcome filmmaker and civil rights activist Samantha Ramirez-Herrera on Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. for the T.W. Samuels Lecture—her talk will focus on resilience, change and reconnecting with her roots during Hispanic Heritage Month events. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs said an online auction is live featuring unclaimed property items like Jackie Robinson and Hank Aaron baseball cards, 1989 Chicago Bears pins and a 14 karat yellow gold Omega woman’s watch—bidding on 150 lots will continue until September 28. Now Decatur
- ➤ Macon County is mailing 2025 assessment notices to property owners—residents are asked to review their assessments and exemptions. Herald & Review
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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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Prairie Pedal Bicycle Ride
6:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Rock Springs Conservation Area — $35+ — Participate in a scenic bike ride while supporting wildlife conservation initiatives.
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Shoreline Classic Road Race
7:30 a.m. — Nelson Park — Registration fees apply — Experience the premier road race in downstate Illinois with options for all ages including a Tot Trot, 5K, and 15K.
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