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Decatur Fire Dept. battles ‘suspicious’ pair of fires at same house
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Firefighters were called to the same Decatur address two days in a row for a pair of fires that they’re now deeming “suspicious.” Around 8:45 p.m. on Tuesday, the Decatur Fire Department responded to a vacant house in the area of North Summit and West Garfield Avenues. Half of the house […]
Lytle Pool closes for 2024 season in Mattoon
MATTOON, Ill. (WCIA) — Officials announced that Lytle Pool in Mattoon is closing for the season. The closure comes as staff and contractors face an irreparable issue with a main pool pump. Replacement parts are proving difficult to find due to the age of the pumps, they said. Without functioning pumps, important health and safety […]
Heritage Behavioral Health Center getting federal funding
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Heritage Behavioral Health Center in Decatur has been selected to participate in a federal program designed to expand and improve access to mental health care and substance use treatment. State Senator Doris Turner (D-Springfield) said, “When we invest in behavioral and mental health, we invest in...
Area Arrests and Accidents 6/11/24
The Christian County Sheriff's Office reported the following to Regional Radio News:. A Juvenile Male, age 16, of Taylorville, was arrested for Burglary. A Juvenile Male, age 16, of Taylorville, was arrested for Burglary. Ava E Watson, age 18, of Taylorville, was arrested for Illegal Consumption of Alcohol by a...
Taylorville Police aim to demolish drug house after man arrested on meth charges
TAYLORVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — A 53-year-old man was arrested in Taylorville last week after police conducted a narcotics search at a “known drug house,” according to police. The Taylorville Police Department confirmed that Kenneth Willoughby has been charged with delivery and possession of meth with intent to deliver. Further charges are still pending. “We extend […]
Loop Lake Shelbyville Bike Ride Held on Saturday
The City of Shelbyville held their annual Loop Lake Shelbyville Bike Ride on Saturday, June 8th, brought to the public by the Friends of Lake Shelbyville and the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Ashley Florey, Lead Natural Resource Specialist with the Corps broke down some of the new features at this year's ride.
IHSA to implement shot clock in 2026-2027 high school basketball
CHICAGO - The shot clock is coming to Illinois high school basketball, and it will officially be a part of the game in a few years. The Illinois High School Association (IHSA) Board of Directors had a regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 10, in Bloomington, where the start of the high school shot clock in IHSA basketball will begin in the 2026-27 school year, the IHSA announced Tuesday.
Summertime Mental Health With Shelby County Community Services
Mental health tends to make a positive trend upward as summer sets in but one professional wants community members to maintain and strengthen their mental well-being while the weather is cooperating. Ed Lacheta, Clinical Director of Mental Health Serves in Shelbyville says an increase in sun intake and some vacation can bode well for your mental health, but there are ways to carry those happy feelings with you without depletion.
New Principals and Assistant Principals for several different DPS schools announced
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND)- Several Principal and Assistant Principal positions were filled during Tuesday's nights Decatur Public School Board meeting. The board voted for the following four candidates to fill each position:. Principal Johns Hill Magnet School - Michelle Bonebreak. Principal Muffley Elementary - Maria Wiggens. Assistant Principal Eisenhower - Antone...
Taylorville Police Department To Host Fishing With Offishers
The Taylorville Police Department is happy to hit the water once again with area youngsters for the “Fishing with Offishers” event, scheduled for Friday, June 28th, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Taylorville Lake Marina. Taylorville Police Chief Dwayne Wheeler enjoys seeing the community interact with...
Decatur mural to start as community art project at Jasper Street Fest
DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — Johns Hill Magnet School in Decatur is adding some artistic flare to their parking lot — and the community is invited to paint its foundation. The school is collaborating with the Decatur Area Arts Council and local artists to create the city’s first public mural on the lot. But before local […]
Summer Youth Empowerment Day held in Decatur
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Monday was the Summer Youth Empowerment Day at Overlook Adventure Park in Decatur. Students from Chicago, as well as students from Decatur, all joined in for a fun day in the sun. The event helps promote incusivity and building stronger relationships. President and CEO of SIMP...
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