Saturday, October 12th, 2024

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Amber Kaylor discussed the Ronald McDonald House Charities' support for families in Central Illinois on Byers & Co podcast. Now Decatur
- ➤ Tillamook County Creamery Association is actively engaging with the Decatur community while preparing to start ice cream production in January at the renovated Prairie Farms plant. Herald & Review
- ➤ MacArthur High School principal and former track star discuss the track dedication to coach Bill Harbeck on a podcast. Now Decatur
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Macon County Board enacts regulatory changes to reduce costs for restaurants and food trucks, including prorated fees and flexible equipment requirements. Herald & Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur City Councilman Ed Culp discussed City staff, the Brush College Rd. project, and the natural gas tax on Byers & Co. Now Decatur
- ➤ IDOT announces a public meeting to discuss reducing U.S. 51 in Decatur to three lanes and adding more greenspace to enhance pedestrian and bike safety, with construction set for spring 2025. Herald & Review
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Decatur Memorial Hospital highlights the importance of early breast cancer screening, showing a high survival rate from early detections, and aims to increase screenings among women of color. WAND
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Angela Foulke discussed the importance of swimming, fitness, and nutrition during a podcast appearance on Byers & Co. Now Decatur
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