Good morning, Decatur.

The Salvation Army will host its second annual Pumpkins & Praise trunk-or-treat event on Tuesday, Oct.

27 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Salvation Army Community Center parking lot (229 West Main Street), offering trunk-or-treating, games, candy, music and other fun activities for families.

The Decatur Christmas Parade, organized by Decatur Earthmover Credit Union, is inviting community groups to enter for the festive event on Saturday, Dec.

5 at 4 p.m. in downtown Decatur & a $25 entry fee will support the Empowerment Opportunity Center.

Illinois marks Cybersecurity Awareness Month starting Oct.

11 as state officials urge residents to strengthen online safety by using two-factor authentication, unique passwords, and updated software — while staying alert to phishing scams. Additional cybersecurity tips are available from the Department of Innovation and Technology and Ready.gov.

Illinois deer hunters can now request up to two free mail in kits to test for chronic wasting disease during the fall hunting season, offered by the IDNR on a first-come, first-served basis (priority is given to counties with prior detections); results will appear online within two to four weeks.

The Illinois Department of Public Health urged residents to check their measles vaccination status as cases increase.

The agency reported 23 cases (16 from an outbreak) and said the MMR vaccine is 97% effective; those exposed should contact their provider immediately.

The Decatur Park District’s 52nd annual Turkey Trot takes place on Saturday, November 21 at Fairview Park—runners and walkers can choose a 5K, 10K or half marathon at 9 a.m. while kids start the Turkey Tot Trot at 8:30 a.m., with registration closing November 16.