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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Macon County Honor Guard, relying solely on donations, approaches their 4,000th funeral service for U.S. military veterans, showcasing dedication and emotional support to veterans' families since 1995. WAND
- ➤ St. Paul's Lutheran Church's Christmas Care and Share program facilitates the donation of thousands of toys to over 3,000 children in Decatur and Macon County. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The jury trial for Raheim D. Davis, accused of murdering two individuals in Decatur last summer, has commenced in Macon County Court. WAND
- ➤ The Decatur Police Department is asking for the public's assistance to identify suspects involved in multiple recent burglaries at an industrial space. Herald & Review
- ➤ A Decatur man, Braden J. Heckman, was detained after a police raid found guns, ammunition, and drugs in his home, leading to charges of cocaine dealing and illegal possession of firearms. Herald & Review
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs promotes contributions to Bright Start 529 college savings plans as holiday gifts, highlighting the ease of giving through a new app and the benefits for future college expenses. Now Decatur
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly two dozen nursing homes in Central Illinois have been fined a total of $273,000 by the IDPH for various violations. WCIA
- ➤ A Nurse Practitioner highlights the commonality of holiday stress over expectations and family dynamics, suggesting boundary setting and realistic goal management as coping strategies. WAND
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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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