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Decatur
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Baseball Club began a community campaign yesterday that invites residents to propose a team name for the new Prospect League franchise and offers season tickets for its inaugural 2026 season. The club will also host a Hot Stove Social featuring Chicago Cubs broadcaster Pat Hughes on February 5 at a Decatur venue to be announced. Now Decatur
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Decatur was named the most affordable U.S. city for 2025–26 by U.S. News, which cited low living costs and affordable housing—key factors that led to a 15th place ranking among Illinois cities—and the city shared the news on Facebook. WAND
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Macon County Conservation District unveiled a new structure for its StarLab Planetarium programs aimed at schools and community groups. The digital portable planetarium can host up to 40 people—its funding came from a Heart of Illinois Community Foundation grant and additional support from the Macon County Conservation Foundation, and presentations begin at $200—groups need an indoor area with power and high ceilings. Now Decatur
- ➤ On December 10, the Decatur Leadership Institute will host its project presentations and graduation luncheon at Doherty’s Pub at 242 East William Street in Decatur, with doors opening at 11:00 a.m. Graduates will share community projects during the program from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and tickets cost $27. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co on November 24th to discuss the Community Public Safety Academy, Thanksgiving traditions, her family values, and community service—her conversation is now on a podcast. Now Decatur
- ➤ Yesterday, Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe and Kevin Breheny joined Byers and Co to discuss the Thanksgiving Luncheon, the city manager search, and memories of self-improvement experts—topics that offer insight into the city's future plans. Now Decatur
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On November 24, Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to discuss sports, community events — including insights on Rodney Davis — during a podcast. His remarks gave local listeners clear context on sports and upcoming community events. Now Decatur
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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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~ Salvador Dali
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