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Monday, October 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Operation Enduring Support, a local faith based group at Grace Methodist Church in Decatur, is collecting items that do not spoil and money to prepare care packages with snacks and hygiene supplies for U.S. troops overseas—donations will be accepted until November 20. The group hopes the packages will bring comfort to service members during the holiday season.  Now Decatur

CULTURE NEWS

  • Twenty-one vintage photos of Decatur high school life show students at games, dances — and other events, capturing the community's spirited past and vibrant school traditions.  Herald & Review

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Today, Eisenhower High School cancelled classes due to technology issues—other district schools stayed open as the district works to restore the essential tech infrastructure.  WAND

HEALTH NEWS

  • On October 5th, IDPH released updated vaccine guidance for influenza, RSV, and COVID-19 and issued a statewide standing order that lets pharmacies and clinical centers give COVID-19 shots (based on advice from public health experts) to improve access before the winter surge. The guidance also supports the CDC schedule for other vaccines to help keep preventive care on track.  Now Decatur

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 10/11/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 10/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 11/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.

~ Les Brown

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