Monday, December 2nd, 2024

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Claus hosted a meet-and-greet for Christmas wishes at the Transfer House in downtown Decatur on November 30. WAND
- ➤ WSOY and NowDecatur aim to raise $50,000 and fulfill wish list items for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois through their 5th annual All-in Donation Day on December 3rd. Now Decatur
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A dog perished in a Decatur house fire despite firefighters' resuscitation attempts; residents were displaced, and the Red Cross is aiding the family. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Decatur couple's car was vandalized twice overnight, resulting in significant damage, including dents and shattered windows. Herald & Review
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hunters in Illinois harvested over 54,000 deer in the first weekend of the state's firearm deer season, showing an increase from previous years. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Decatur is offering three $20,000 grants to eligible child care centers and home daycares to support various needs, with applications due by December 12. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Decatur City Council plans to set the 2024 property tax levy and finalize a collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, potentially raising property taxes slightly and improving AFSCME workers' pay. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Impact Life is organizing multiple blood drives in December to support local hospitals, inviting eligible donors to participate. Now Decatur
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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Walk to Bethlehem: Living Nativity Experience in Decatur
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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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12 Bars of Christmas Annual Charity Pub Crawl
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Annie – A Musical at Decatur Civic Center
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Sidewalk Prophets Concert
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Cookies & Carols Christmas Celebration
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New Year's Eve Celebration Featuring Revel In Red
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