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Decatur
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Clay Gerhard and Colin Bonner from the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co on October 22 to discuss special events celebrating the DISC’s 25th anniversary— the podcast outlined local plans to mark the milestone. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 22, Jaclyn Cantwell of Millikin and graduate student LaKeeya Funches joined Byers & Co to discuss the university’s innovative hybrid MBA programs and LaKeeya’s experience in the course. 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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50th Annual Turkey Trot
8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. — Fairview Park — Registration fee varies — Participate in a festive race with options for all ages including a virtual race.
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