Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
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🏘️ Community
The Decatur Park District announced its 51st Annual Turkey Trot will take place at Fairview Park on Nov.
22 with race options including a Turkey Tot Trot, 5K, 10K, and half marathon. Participants must register online by Nov. 5 to secure a long-sleeved shirt — check-in is from 7 to 8 a.m. with races starting at 8:30 a.m. for the Tot Trot and 9 a.m. for the others, and the half marathon will feature computerized results and awards for top finishers.
United Way of Central Illinois announced it will donate $20,000 to 10 food banks to help meet a rise in need when SNAP benefits expire on November 1—Northeast Community Fund has already expanded partnerships to ensure continued access to healthy foods.
🏈 Sports
On October 30, Mark Tupper talked about Illini coach Brad Underwood’s coming appearance in Decatur and Game 5 of the World Series on his podcast (sharing his views).
🎉 Decatur Events
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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.
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.
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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