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Thursday, October 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Operation Enduring Support is collecting donations for Christmas Care Packages for deployed military, with all contributions needed by November 14. Herald & Review
- ➤ Clay Gerhard discussed the National Recreation and Parks Association conference and upcoming community events including Halloween, School's Out Day Camp, Turkey Trot, Trees on the Tees, and golf on Byers & Co. Now Decatur
- ➤ Ten organizations in Central Illinois were awarded a share of $200,000 from the Impact200 grant for projects benefiting arts, social services, environment, health, and youth. Herald & Review
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A lawsuit against Archer Daniels Midland Co. has been filed for severe burns suffered by worker Antonio McElrath due to alleged safety maintenance failures, seeking considerable damages. Herald & Review
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Macon County Sheriff's Deputy, Todd Choatie, was arrested in Indiana for DUI and possession of a controlled substance, leading to an internal investigation by the department. Fox Illinois
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Millikin University's School of Theatre & Dance stages Christopher Chen's 'Passage', inspired by E.M. Forster’s 'A Passage to India', exploring themes of colonialism through a fictional narrative, running October 17-20, 2024. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur City Council discussed the 2025 City budget, focusing on neighborhood revitalization, public safety enhancements, transportation system improvements, and infrastructure projects, with no decisions made during this review session. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Macon County Health Department is offering a drive-thru flu clinic for adults on November 1, with vaccines available on a first-come, first-served basis. Fox Illinois
- ➤ Tanya Andricks discusses the importance of school physicals, immunizations, and effective communication in healthcare on Byers & Co podcast. Now Decatur
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