Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Decatur, Illinois, shoppers are rushing to find last-minute Christmas gifts, with local businesses like Art Farm offering unique options amidst high demand and delivery challenges, including an Amazon strike. WAND
- ➤ The Decatur Salvation Army has raised over $350,000 through volunteer efforts but remains short of its $600,000 goal to support local community programs. WAND
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested at Argenta-Oreana Elementary School for making threats and showing a gun, following a student altercation. WAND
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ SkyWest Airlines has been reselected to offer Essential Air Service from Decatur Airport to Chicago O'Hare with 12 weekly flights until 2028, continuing its service since 2020. WAND
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Margaret Atwood
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