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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Area Arts Council hosts two holiday shopping events at Madden Arts Center and the Anne Lloyd Gallery this December. The Holiday Gift Shop Pop-Up—featuring handmade crafts, live music and carolers—opens today from noon to 8 p.m. while the Holiday Art Shop is open December 2—23. Now Decatur
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On December 2, 2025, Matthew Flaten of Millikin University joined Byers and Co to discuss Vespers — the new prospect baseball league — and winter commencement plans. His remarks explained how these initiatives may shape campus activities. Now Decatur
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker signed a law Tuesday that makes Illinois the first state to issue its own vaccine recommendations without CDC guidance. The law expands the Illinois Department of Public Health’s authority to provide evidence-based guidance during outbreaks— it will also mandate that insurers cover recommended vaccines for free starting Jan 1 and lower the immunization age to three. WAND
- ➤ On December 2, the Illinois Department of Revenue advised residents to shop carefully online during the holiday season due to a rise in cybercrime risks. The department recommended using trusted retailers—checking secure website addresses and paying with credit cards—to help protect financial information. Now Decatur
- ➤ Ameren customers will see a bill credit on their next power bill following a $38 million settlement announced by Attorney General Kwame Raoul — the settlement comes after a 10-year investigation into electricity prices, though the office has not said when the credits will start. WAND
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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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Paint and Electronic Recycling
8 AM – 12 PM — Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center — Free drop-off — Dispose of your latex and oil-based paints, electronics, and more responsibly.
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