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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Clay Gerhard discussed Trees on the Tees, gift cards, sports tournaments, a pop-up DMV, and the Decatur Park District's 100th year on Byers & Co.  Now Decatur
  • The Jamie Boone Project, founded by Anita and Johnny Boone in memory of their son who died by suicide in May 2023, is combating mental health stigma and providing resources in Central Illinois.  WAND
  • Decatur Airport schedules a free mobile DMV event on January 7 to offer driver's license and vehicle sticker renewals.  Now Decatur

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Cordaryl Patrick discusses upcoming holidays and new business developments in Decatur on Thee Morris Code podcast.  Now Decatur
  • Grubhub agrees to a $25 million settlement for alleged deceptive practices according to the Illinois Attorney General and the FTC, promising platform changes for clarity on fees.  ABC 20

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Illinois State Police is collaborating with HAAS Alert and auto manufacturers to improve driver safety by expanding real-time traffic activity alerts, aiming to reduce 'Move Over' crash incidents.  ABC 20

HEALTH NEWS

  • Sonja Chargois discussed the Community Health Needs Assessment and subsequent efforts, including a partnership with Hope Academy for Parent University Night.  Now Decatur

SPORTS NEWS

  • Millikin University's basketball coach and a student athlete discussed their team on a podcast.  Now Decatur

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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