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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs returned a Purple Heart to the daughter of a World War II Marine, emphasizing the ongoing effort to reunite lost medals with veterans' families.  Now Decatur
  • Decatur, in collaboration with Heartland Bank & Trust and Regions Bank, introduces a Homebuyer Assistance Program focusing on down payment and closing cost aid to help low- to moderate-income residents buy single-family homes.  Now Decatur
  • Decatur is set to enhance its downtown area with art-covered electrical boxes, thanks to a beautification grant from the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and local artists' collaboration.  WCIA
  • HSHS St. Mary's Hospital volunteers will conduct their Hurray for the Holidays Christmas Sale on Nov. 14, featuring raffles, a bake sale, and hand-crafted items, with all proceeds supporting the hospital.  Now Decatur

CRIME NEWS

  • A Decatur couple, Douglas and Kelly Nichols, face long prison sentences for child sexual abuse image charges, with their defense's request for a delayed hearing to prepare for a potential new trial denied by the court.  Herald & Review
  • Decatur police responded to a gunfire incident finding 17 shell casings and separately arrested a man with an illegally-owned gun.  Herald & Review

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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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.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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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.

    Sun, 11/24/24

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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.

    Mon, 11/25/24

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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.

    Tue, 11/26/24

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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.

    Thu, 11/28/24

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  • Walk to Bethlehem: A Family-Friendly Living Nativity Experience

    Experience a captivating family-friendly journey through Ancient Israel, following Herod’s census decree at a living nativity event.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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