Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
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🏘️ Community
Downtown Decatur businesses will host the inaugural Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—the event will offer family activities on Merchant Street and an adults-only beer garden on Prairie Avenue with proceeds benefiting Huntington's Disease and the Decatur Area Arts Council. Local business owners plan the festival to become an annual event that builds on Decatur’s rich tradition of community celebrations.
Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co on October 2 to discuss the WSOY Community Food Drive—her comments in the podcast explained how the drive will help local families.
💼 Business
On October 2, Asha Varghese, Caterpillar Head of Corporate Social Responsibility — Caterpillar Foundation President, joined Byers & Co in Decatur to discuss Caterpillar's local giving, its partnership with DPS 61, and plans to support a future workforce.
📰 Economy
A study by The Motley Fool shows that Illinois is second to New York in collecting taxes on sports betting — Illinois has earned $958,470,529 since legalization in 2018 while other states have gathered a total of $9.3 billion.
🏈 Sports
Millikin University will unveil the new David J. and Debra C.
Rathje Athletic Center today with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m.—student-led tours and a reception will follow to kick off Homecoming festivities.
🎉 Decatur Events
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Rochester vs. Decatur Eisenhower JV Football Game
6-8 p.m. — Eisenhower High School — Free entry — Catch an exciting home game as Decatur Eisenhower takes on Rochester in junior varsity football.
Fight for the Kids 2 Charity Event
6-11 p.m. — Decatur Conference Center and Hotel Heliport — No refunds — An exciting charity boxing event aiming to support children's causes.
Autism Awareness Walk: Donuts for a Difference
9 AM – 12 PM — Fairview Park — Free entry — Enjoy delicious donuts while supporting autism awareness and acceptance in the community.
Open Mic Night with Bob Besser
6 PM – 9 PM — Golden Fox Brewing, LLC — Free entry — Showcase your talent in music, comedy, or poetry at this lively community event.
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
4-6 p.m. — Kirkland Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a festive spectacle of dance and music in a magical holiday setting.
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