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Applications being accepted for Arts in Central Park 2022
February 16, 2022 - The Decatur Area Arts Council is now accepting applications from artists to participate in Arts in Central Park (AICP) 2022. Here are the details about AICP 2022. Saturday, Sept. 1...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 16, 2022

Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce joins new All In initiative
February 16, 2022 - The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce (DRCC) is joining the initiative Chambers All In for Economic Recovery for their second year. Chambers All In for Economic Recovery is a co...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 16, 2022

LISTEN: Drew Early of DMH
February 16, 2022 - Drew Early of DMH joined Byers & Co to talk about their $3.2M grant to Richland Community College, COVID numbers, and approach to care during the pandemic and beyond.
Michelle Mitchell Feb 16, 2022
Free income tax preparation assistance available
February 15, 2022 - Low-to-moderate income families and senior citizens needing assistance filing their 2021 income taxes can receive free help through several trusted programs across the State of Ill...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 15, 2022

Scholarship & grant programs available for area youth pursuing careers in agriculture
February 15, 2022 - 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 2022 with ...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 15, 2022

LISTEN: Drew Early and Dr. Cris Valdez
February 15, 2022 - Drew Early, CEO of Decatur Memorial Hospital and Dr. Cris Valdez, President of Richland Community College, joined Byers & Co to announce a $3.2 Million gift by the Decatur Memo...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 15, 2022

Love Beyond Salvation Army campaign announced for 2022
February 14, 2022 - Valentine's Day will see a new take on love this year. Known for serving lost, hungry and hurting people throughout the year, The Salvation Army is releasing its new national campa...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 14, 2022

Decatur Area Arts Council's Summer International Event to feature the circus this year
February 14, 2022 - Every year the Decatur Area Arts Council hosts an "International Event" at the Madden Arts Center (125 N. Water St.). This will feature a 2-month long gallery exhibit, as well as p...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 14, 2022

Paul's Confectionery reopening tomorrow
February 8, 2022 - Three weeks ago there was a fire behind Paul's Confectionery on N Water St. The fire forced the closure of Marietta St. for several days. This led to no parking for Paul's customers...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 08, 2022

National Burn Safety Week focuses on theme of "Burning Issues in the Kitchen"
February 7, 2022 - National Burn Awareness Week February 6-12, is an initiative of the American Burn Association. Burn Awareness Week, observed the first full week in February, is a window of opportun...
Michelle Mitchell Feb 07, 2022