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IDNR Reminds Hunters to Follow Technology Rules
December 4, 2025 - Ahead of the second firearm deer season and other upcoming hunting periods, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is urging hunters to comply with state laws and guidelines related to technology use in the field. The agency highlighted three key areas of concern: drones, artificial inte...
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Community Gathers for Dedication of Second African American Heritage Trail Marker
December 4, 2025 - The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and the Untold Stories Committee hosted a public ceremony on Thursday, Dec. 4, to unveil the second historical marker on the Macon County African American Heritage Trail. This marker honors Judge James Benton Parsons and Black educators. The new marker is in...
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Voting underway for Christmas Card Lane
December 4, 2025 - Voting is now underway for the Decatur Area Arts Council's Christmas Card Lane exhibit in Preston Jackson Park in downtown Decatur. The outdoor exhibit features 4-by-6-foot wooden "cards" designed by local artists and groups. The cards will be on display throughout December. The community h...
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Children's Museum of Illinois Offers Seasonal Sock Skating events
December 4, 2025 - New this holiday season, the Children's Museum of Illinois will offer sock skating. The sock skating rink, set up in the mess hall, will be open during usual hours of operation and is included in the price of admission. Families can glide on synthetic ice while enjoying an indoor winter wonderland fr...
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Theatre 7 and Decatur Area Arts Council to present "It's A Wonderful Life" radio show
December 4, 2025 - Theatre 7, in cooperation with the Decatur Area Arts Council will present a radio play based on "It's A Wonderful Life" in December. The shows, presented by Hickory Point Bank, will be held on Saturday December 13th at 2pm and 7pm and Sunday December 14th at 2pm on the third floor of the D...
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