Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.
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🏘️ Community
Decatur is offering $20,000 grants to three qualified childcare centers for operational improvements, tuition assistance, and facility upgrades.
Decatur's Good Samaritan Inn, with help from Caterpillar and local police, served over 200 free traditional Thanksgiving meals and will provide sack lunches on Thanksgiving Day.
🚨 Crime
A Macon County Judge rejected a Decatur couple's request for a new trial or acquittal after their conviction on child pornography charges, with sentencing pending a sex offender evaluation.
Decatur police arrested Keasia E.A.
Brown for aggravated battery to a child after a neighbor reported hearing threats and the sound of slapping; Brown, pleading not guilty, faces a pretrial hearing.
🎓 Education
Decatur Public Schools' magnet programs opened for online applications on December 1, requiring attendance at parent meetings to complete the process.
🏛️ Government
Illinois senators passed the Dignity in Pay Act to phase out sub-minimum wages for workers with developmental disabilities by 2029, aiming for equitable wages and facing mixed reactions from lawmakers.
🎉 Decatur Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
On-Site Tour of Imboden Creek Gardens Assisted Living
Experience a comprehensive tour of Imboden Creek Gardens, known for its exceptional senior living services and award-winning dining.
Fleet Feet Santa Shuffle Fun Run
Experience a festive 1.4-mile run or .6-mile walk in a full Santa suit, culminating in a post-run party with food, raffles, and community spirit in Decatur.
Walk to Bethlehem: Living Nativity Experience in Decatur
Experience a family-friendly journey through Ancient Israel while following Herod's census decree at Lampstand Presbyterian Church.
SOLID GOLD Headliner Show with Matt Carter Band
Local band SOLID GOLD will headline a concert at the Lincoln Square Theater, featuring the Matt Carter Band as the opening act.
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