Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army in Decatur and Jacksonville seeks donations for their Red Kettle Campaign to support over 400 families and sustain essential services throughout the year. ABC 20
- ➤ ImpactLife is organizing blood drives in Macon County, offering donors gift card choices, donations to food banks, or reward points. Herald & Review
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department collaborates with the Illinois Department of Transportation on a holiday campaign against impaired driving, ensuring a zero-tolerance policy through January 2nd. Now Decatur
- ➤ The Shemilah Outreach Center in Decatur, initiated by a father affected by gun violence, seeks holiday donations to support 125 families with presents, including a youth Christmas play. ABC 20
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to solve a series of burglaries at an industrial property, offering a reward for information leading to an arrest. WCIA
- ➤ A person was injured in a shooting at Oak Grove Park in Decatur, with police responding but no arrests made. WCIA
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Millikin University appoints experienced Decatur native Billy Riebock as their new head football coach, marking a homecoming with 18 years of diverse coaching expertise across the NCAA. Now Decatur
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Sidewalk Prophets Concert
The Sidewalk Prophets will perform live at Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur, offering an evening of music and community.
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Cookies & Carols Christmas Celebration
Experience a festive evening at the Homestead featuring Christmas carols and free cookies, all set against a beautifully decorated backdrop.
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New Year's Eve Celebration Featuring Revel In Red
Celebrate New Year's Eve 2024 with live performances by Revel In Red and special guests at Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur, Illinois.
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