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Decatur
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday on Merchant Street in downtown Decatur, residents attended the 7th Annual Farm to Fund dinner to support the Northeast Community Fund by sharing a farm-to-table meal, live music, and wine—helping fund programs that feed thousands and offer services to local families. Organizers have not yet shared final totals, although past events have raised more than $40,000 in one evening. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Millikin University was named one of the top regional colleges in the Midwest in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings and ranked No. 15 overall and No. 2 in Illinois—an honor that reflects its strong academic programs and affordability. The school also welcomed its largest undergraduate class since 2020 and a record number of transfer students, reinforcing its commitment to quality learning. Now Decatur
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All Fired Up - A Tribute to Pat Benatar
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Decatur Civic Center — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying tribute to Pat Benatar with her iconic hits and dynamic performances.
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