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Decatur
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Debbie Bogle of United Way joined Byers & Co on October 16 to discuss Dine United and the new Purple Rain Broadway show in a podcast. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 16, the Children’s Museum of Illinois partnered with Millikin University to launch ChemGirls and ChemKids, one-day camps where fifth to eighth graders learn chemistry through hands-on experiments with colors, dyes and lab tools. The final session will be held tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Millikin’s Leighty-Tabor Science Center — providing a practical introduction to science. Now Decatur
- ➤ Decatur Public Schools and Richland Community College celebrated the graduation of 25 students from their dual enrollment program that lets high schoolers earn a diploma and an associate degree at the same time. Richland reported each graduate saved about $26,000 in tuition and the institutions will soon expand the program to more local high schools—bringing more college credit opportunities to students. WAND
- ➤ Over $668,000 is being granted to 80 agriculture literacy coalitions in 89 counties to fund the Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program that gives teachers tools for farming lessons — the money comes from individuals and the IAA Foundation. Decatur Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former mayor Paul Osborne spoke with Byers & Co on October 16 about Downtown Decatur nostalgia, discussing Millikin University, modern news sharing and journalism standards. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is hosting Think Pink: A Women’s Health Event on Thursday, Oct. 23 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Hostetler in downtown Decatur. Local leaders Dr. Nada Lygrisse and Lori Kerans will share tips on breast cancer prevention and offer food, fun and giveaways—RSVP by Oct. 20 as space is limited. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Macon County Health Department will host Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage Plan open enrollment events on October 22nd, November 5th, November 19th and December 3rd from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. as part of Medicare open enrollment running from October 15th through December 7th. Residents must schedule an appointment and bring their Medicare cards and a list of medications — trained counselors will assist in reviewing plan options — to secure cost-effective coverage. Now Decatur
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Live Comedy Night at Golden Fox Brewing
7:30-10 p.m. — Golden Fox Brewing, LLC — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with 3 national touring comedians in Decatur.
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