Good morning, Decatur.

Film director Jake Rademacher will host a free screening and seminar on Friday, Dec.

13 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at AMC Theatres in Mt. Zion (reservation required) for active and retired military and their families in partnership with the Gary Sinise Foundation.

The Macon County Conservation District invites local residents to view the Geminid Meteor Shower on Saturday, Dec.

13 from 9-11 p.m. at Friends Creek Conservation Area Group Campsite. The $3 event requires pre-registration by noon on Dec. 12 — visitors should dress warm and bring a lawn chair.

A fire broke out on Saturday at a residence on the 1200 block (W Sunset Ave) in Decatur, displacing a family of four with no injuries reported.

Air Supply will perform at Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on July 25, 2026 as part of their 50th Anniversary Tour.

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Dec. 11 with prices from $39 for lawn seating to $99 for pit access + fees.

Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers and Co on December 8 to talk about holiday celebrations and planning for 2026 in a podcast that covered documentaries, college sports, and holiday decorating.

Gasoline prices in Illinois dropped 9.5 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $3.03 per gallon according to GasBuddy’s survey of 4,378 stations+ This drop offers some relief for local drivers facing lower fuel costs.

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Decatur Memorial Hospital provided 925 mammograms — including 26 free screenings — for uninsured and underinsured women in Macon County, funded by local donor support.

The program helped local residents get lifesaving preventive care.

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.