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Decatur
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Bicycle Club is accepting children’s bike donations for Toys for Tots this holiday season—donated bikes sized from toddlers to teens will be repaired and sent to the Salvation Army via drop-offs at Decatur Bike Shop, 1230 E. Pershing Road—available 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday until November 29. Now Decatur
- ➤ At Monday night's Council Connections event, community members learned about the $9 million Jasper Street project and plans to turn nearly 1000 abandoned lots into new housing—Councilman David Horn said construction could begin in as soon as nine months and residents offered ideas to guide the revitalization efforts. WAND
- ➤ Today, with temperatures set to drop into the 20s overnight, the Salvation Army is opening its Cold Cots program at the Men’s Shelter to give homeless men supper, a hot shower, and a safe place to sleep. The program will run through winter—ending once warmer weather returns. Decatur Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On November 10, Jennifer Toney of the Symphony Orchestra Guild previewed the upcoming Christmas in Paris gala with Dr. Juanita Morris during a podcast by Byers and Co — the gala will feature festive music and holiday traditions. Now Decatur
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ ADM and Super6 Carbon signed a deal to produce carbon dioxide removal credits by permanently storing captured CO₂ at ADM’s carbon capture site in Decatur—this agreement lets ADM expand its carbon management work beyond bio ethanol while Super6 will supply the CO₂ and ADM will later acquire a minority stake when finalized. WAND
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On November 10, the Citizens Utility Board warned Decatur residents about high charges from alternative electric suppliers after Ameren Illinois dropped its prices. The board urged consumers to check the Electric Supply section on their bills and call the supplier to switch back—this process may take up to two months. Now Decatur
- ➤ Central Illinois has seen its first winter freeze as snow falls in some areas. Illinois State Police troopers have urged drivers to slow down and prepare emergency supplies—since icy roads increase the risk of crashes. ABC 20
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HSHS St. Mary's Hospital will host a National Donor Sabbath Service on November 14 at 10 a.m. in the St. Mary's Chapel to honor organ and tissue donors and their families; the service will include a blessing, candle lighting and words of remembrance—local donor partners will provide additional information about donation opportunities. Now Decatur
- ➤ ImpactLife has partnered with local hospitals to plan three blood drives in Decatur on November 17 at Antioch Christian Church from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., on November 19 at HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on November 20 at Richland Community College from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Donors must be at least 17 years old – or 16 with parental consent – weigh over 110 pounds and show a photo I.D. 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
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~ Warren Buffett
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