Voices came together and connections were made as choir members from several grade levels at DPS61 gathered for a special workshop! Older singers shared their experience and encouraged the younger students, building confidence, developing skills, and showing how music can bring the Decatur Public Schools family togethe...

September 20, 2026 - The Village of Forsyth will host its annual Fall Fest Friday, October 2, at Forsyth Park. The free, family-friendly event will run from 5 to 8 p.m. and will include activities for children and adults. A Pumpkin Path and Trunk or Treat will be offered, with costumes optional for children participati...

September 20, 2026 - God's Shelter of Love is inviting the community to put on their boots and denim for the fifth annual Blue Jean Ball on Thursday, October 8, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Decatur. The free, adult-only event begins with doors opening at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m. The evening will incl...

September 20, 2026 - Decatur Public Library is celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month throughout September, encouraging residents to discover the resources and services available with a library card. The annual observance, an initiative of the American Library Association, has been held each September since 1987. The c...

September 20, 2026 - The Decatur Area Arts Council is bringing back its fundraiser art class to benefit the WSOY Community Food Drive. The event is scheduled for September 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. and will give participants the opportunity to create an original collage using cereal boxes and other food packaging, inspired b...

September 17, 2026 - The Macon County Clerk's Office has made the specimen ballot available for the November 3, 2026 General Election. The ballot can be viewed through the county's website or by clicking HERE. Early voting for the general election begins Thursday, September 24, at the Early Voting Center, 151 West Wood...

September 17, 2026 - Decatur Memorial Hospital is inviting residents of Macon and Moultrie counties to participate in the free Harvest Hustle, a month-long community wellness challenge taking place October 1 through 31. The challenge is open to people of all ages and fitness levels. Participants can walk, run, cycle or...

September 17, 2026 - Three performers from London's West End will bring "Gravity: London's Iconic Leading Ladies" to Millikin University's Kirkland Fine Arts Center Saturday, September 19, at 7:30 p.m. The performance is part of the 2026-2027 Kirkland Fine Arts Center Artist Series and will feature music from...

September 17, 2026 - Scouting America will host Cub Scout Discover Day Saturday, September 26, at Rock Springs Nature Center in Decatur. The free, come-and-go event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to all area families, including those who are not currently involved in Scouting. Families can participate in a ...

September 17, 2026 - The Decatur Police Department will join the community for "Coffee with a Cop" on Wednesday, October 7th in conjunction with CONO. The event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. at McDonald's, 1835 East Eldorado Street in Decatur. The event is designed to give community members an opportunity ...