Category Archives: News
DPS offering "5 Essentials Survey" for district families
February 24, 2021 - Decatur Public Schools currently have a "5 Essentials Survey" open to families within the district. The 5 Essentials Survey identifies five indicators that lead to improved outcome...
Feb 24, 2021
March Business Breakfast will focus on grants and loans available through Small Business Administration
February 24, 2021 - The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce's March Business Breakfast will feature keynote speaker John West, President of the Decatur Community First Mid Bank & Trust. John's sp...
Feb 24, 2021
IDOA and State Fire Marshal remind farmers of Grain Bin Safety Week
February 24, 2021 - The Illinois Department of Agriculture, along with the State Fire Marshal, wants Illinois farmers to set aside time to recognize Grain Bin Safety Week, February 21-27. Based on Pur...
Feb 24, 2021
Farm Credit Illinois offering agricultural scholarships for high school seniors
February 24, 2021 - High school seniors pursuing a career in agriculture are invited to apply for a $2,000 Farm Credit Illinois Agriculture Scholarship. Thirty scholarships will be given in 2021 with ...
Feb 24, 2021
The 217 to get new area code starting February 27
February 24, 2021 - By: Ross Brown -WDAN/WDNL/WRHK/VermilionCountyFirst.com For more than a half-century, anyone making a landline phone call in central Illinois has only had to type seven digits into...
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LISTEN: Dr. Canting Guo of Springfield Clinic
February 24, 2021 - Dr. Canting Guo of Springfield Clinic joined Byers & Co to talk about how allergy and COVID-19 symptoms differ and the variety of allergies that are seasonal and year-round.
Feb 24, 2021
Decatur Park Board seeking applications for new Commissioner
February 23, 2021 - The Decatur Park Board of Commissioners is welcoming the submission of applications for the unexpired 6-year term of Commissioner Jack Kenny, who will retire from the board on Marc...
Feb 23, 2021
Macon County Sheriff's Office warns of jury duty phone scam
February 23, 2021 - Macon County Residents have been receiving phone calls from scammers identifying themselves as law enforcement with the Macon County Sheriff's Office. The caller ID reveals a 217 a...
Feb 23, 2021
ADM named to list of world's most ethical companies for second straight year
February 23, 2021 - ADM has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2021 World's Most Ethical Companies. This marks the s...
Feb 23, 2021
Memorial Health Systems release recommended return to play guidelines for student-athletes
February 22, 2021 - While student-athletes sidelined by COVID-19 might be anxious to resume their involvement with sports, healthcare experts recommend a set of gradual "return to play" guidelines. "P...
Feb 22, 2021