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Friday, October 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scovill Zoo's Boo at the Zoo event offers children the opportunity to enjoy candy, costumes, and animals throughout October. WAND
- ➤ The Community Investment Corporation of Decatur appoints Taylor Rawley as the new Housing Program Coordinator to enhance the Decatur Homebuyer Initiative, aiming to support home ownership through various housing programs. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department seeks public assistance to locate 30-year-old Donald E. Twaits, who has been missing since October 11. WCIA
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation is redeveloping North Water and Main Streets to improve U.S. 51 through Decatur. Herald & Review
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An employee sues Archer-Daniels Midland Company for injuries sustained in an explosion at their West Plant, claiming safety measures were neglected. WAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 37 high school students' ACT test answers were lost during transit, making it impossible to score them, with ACT offering refunds and retest options. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department has been awarded a Federal Fiscal Year 2025 STEP grant to enhance traffic safety by focusing on high-visibility enforcement and preventing common causes of crashes. WCIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HSHS St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur is launching a new helipad as part of a $90 million modernization initiative, enhancing emergency services. WCIA
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Open House and New Exhibit: Oriental Carpets
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GT Church Annual Trunk or Treat
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Autumn Walk Through Fall Foliage
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