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Wednesday, October 30th, 2024
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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ First Baptist Church volunteers have knitted 1,500 winter hats for Decatur Public School students to ensure they stay warm this winter. WAND
- ➤ United Way of Decatur & Mid-Illinois collaborates with Dove Financial to support financially vulnerable families in Central Illinois through the ALICE Program. Now Decatur
- ➤ Decatur Earthmover Credit Union invites parade entries for the Decatur Christmas Parade on December 7, featuring a $500 prize for the best float and a requirement for units to entertain with at least 100 Christmas lights. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center invites families for a Halloween Trick-Or-Treat event on October 31, offering candy, kids' activities, and a family photo opportunity. Now Decatur
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Eight miles of I-74 were closed due to a brush fire near St. Joseph and Fithian, highlighting the elevated fire risk in Illinois caused by dry conditions and high winds. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nathaniel W. Sperry received an eight-year prison sentence for his involvement in a high-speed police chase in a stolen vehicle while possessing a sword. Herald & Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Illinois faces elevated fire risk due to high winds and dry conditions, urging residents to exercise caution, secure loose items, and avoid burning or careless discarding of cigarettes. ABC 20
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A lottery on November 5, 2024, will set ballot positions for eight City Council candidates, including six newcomers and two incumbents, for the April 1, 2025 election. Now Decatur
- ➤ At a Decatur event, Rob Pacienza and Alveda King emphasized the Christian responsibility to vote and integrate faith with politics ahead of the 2024 election. Herald & Review
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Autumn Walk Through Fall Foliage
Experience the vibrant colors of fall while hiking with a naturalist at the scenic Fort Daniel Conservation Area.
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The Spongebob Musical - A Spectacular Undersea Adventure
Experience the vibrant and dynamic adaptation of 'The Spongebob Musical' as SpongeBob and his friends unite to save Bikini Bottom from an impending volcanic disaster.
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SpongeBob SquarePants Musical at Decatur Civic Center
Experience the lively and colorful world of SpongeBob SquarePants through a musical performance at the Decatur Civic Center.
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Jackyl Live Concert at Lincoln Square Theater
Experience the energetic performance of Jackyl at the Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur, Illinois.
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The Spongebob Musical at Decatur Civic Center
Experience the vibrant all-singing, all-dancing spectacle as SpongeBob and the citizens of Bikini Bottom face the impending eruption of a volcano threatening their home.
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2024 Decatur Turkey Trot Festival
Experience a vibrant community gathering featuring various runs including a 10K, 5K, and a Tot Trot, tailored for runners of all ages and abilities.
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DUT Presents The SpongeBob Musical
Experience the vibrant and dynamic world of Bikini Bottom in this all-singing, all-dancing stage show as SpongeBob and friends confront a volcanic disaster.
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Living Nativity Walk to Bethlehem in Decatur, Illinois
Experience a family-friendly journey through Ancient Israel as you participate in a living nativity inspired by the Christmas story.
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Living Nativity Experience at Lampstand Presbyterian Church
Experience a family-friendly journey through Ancient Israel, where participants will engage with the Christmas story and follow the call of Herod's census decree.
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Living Nativity Experience at Lampstand Presbyterian Church
Experience a family-friendly journey through Ancient Israel, featuring an engaging living nativity presentation in a warm and welcoming setting.
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