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Decatur
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On November 5, 2025, Lori Kerans from Millikin University and Sharon Bunch from Northeast Community Fund joined Byers & Co to discuss the opening of the Millikin Market food pantry on campus. The discussion explained how the new pantry will help students and local residents get needed food. Now Decatur
- ➤ Clay Gerhard from the Decatur Park District spoke on a Byers & Co podcast on November 5 to discuss Trees on the Tees ticket sale dates, the DISC, Matilda auditions, the Thanksgiving lunch for seniors & Turkey Trot. He explained the schedule updates and next steps for these local events. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the annual State of Education luncheon, Decatur Public Schools Superintendent Rochelle Clark, Richland Community College President Cris Valdez, and Millikin University President Dean Pribbenow updated the community on progress and plans at their institutions. Herald & Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources warn drivers to be alert for deer during peak mating season as deer movements increase and collision risks rise, especially at dawn and dusk through December (14,436 deer crashes were reported last year). Drivers are urged to slow down to avoid collisions (caution on the roads is critical during these times). Decatur Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On November 5th, DMH CEO Paul Lidy and Auxiliary member Paul Foster spoke with Byers and Co about how the auxiliary supports Decatur Memorial Hospital with vital services and new equipment—details that show the hospital's commitment to enhanced resources. Now Decatur
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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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Nutcracker Performance
7 PM – 1 AM — Richland Community College — Tickets $15 ($12 for kids and seniors) — Experience a delightful local interpretation of Tchaikovsky's beloved ballet with community talent.
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Fleet Feet Santa Shuffle
3:40-9:40 p.m. — Decatur Brew Works — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a festive run leading up to the Decatur Christmas Parade.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
They who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety.
~ Benjamin Franklin
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