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Decatur
Saturday, November 15th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Decatur schools reported better scores on the Illinois Assessment of Readiness compared to last year—chronic student absences remain a problem. Herald & Review
- ➤ Yesterday, Principal Rita Ellis and ag teacher Delia Jackson (from Ellsworth Dansby Jr. Magnet School) joined Byers and Co (on a podcast) to discuss the magnet school lottery and their ag program. Now Decatur
- ➤ Three schools in Macon County earned an exemplary rating on the Illinois Report Card. The report card (issued statewide) noted that Warrensburg-Latham, Maroa-Forsyth, and Mount Zion schools met high performance standards (scoring in the top range). Herald & Review
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Decatur is moving into Stage 1 Water Rationing as water levels in Lake Decatur continue to fall due to ongoing drought since mid-August—residents and businesses are urged to limit water use for irrigation, vehicle washing, and other nonessential purposes while alternative sources are tapped and major users are engaged. Decatur Tribune
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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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