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Long road to recovery for Decatur girl attacked by dog

DECATUR, IL (WICS/WSRP) — A little girl is still recovering after a vicious dog attack. On April 30, 2026, August was attacked by a dog. She suffered serious injuries to her head, losing skin, tissue and muscle from the middle of her forehead, along with deep bites to the back of her head. Doctors said she was seconds away from not surviving.

Decatur, IL · 1d
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muddyriversports.com

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Off and running: Scoring on first possession sets tone for Central to advance in Class 1A playoffs

SULLIVAN, Ill. — The Camp Point Central football team made Sullivan regret its decision to allow the Panthers to open Saturday’s Class 1A second-round playoff game on offense. Sullivan won the coin toss and deferred its choice to the second half, allowing Central to choose to accept the...

Sullivan, IL · 19h
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Aurora Christian Picks Up Second Round Win Over Maroa Forsyth

The Aurora Christian Eagles picked up a second round win over Maroa Forsyth on Saturday. The Trojans season comes to a close at 9-2.

Aurora, IL · 23h
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riverradiosportscentral.com

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Redbirds run past St. Teresa for spot in program history

WEST FRANKFORT — The West Frankfort Redbirds piled up just shy of 500 yards of offense and blasted Decatur St. Teresa 56-28 in the 2A Round of 32, becoming one of only three teams in program history to win a playoff game. It’s the Redbirds’ first playoff win since...

West Frankfort, IL · 2d
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Fox 32 Chicago

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Joliet man charged with killing 21-year-old Walmart employee in Hammond

A Joliet man is being held without bail after appearing in court on a murder charge in the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Dakota Norwood, who was working at a Hammond Walmart when she was killed.

Joliet, IL · 2d

decaturradio.com

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Illinois Softball Greats to be Honored at Decatur Hall of Fame Banquet

Decatur will welcome members of the Illinois softball community this weekend as USA Softball of Illinois recognizes individuals who have helped shape the sport across the state. The 2026 USA Softball of Illinois Hall of Fame Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, at the Decatur Conference Center and Hotel.

Decatur, IL · 2d

nowdecatur.com

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Community Volunteers Seek Essential Supplies for Community Affected by Oasis Day Center Closure

November 8, 2026 – Community volunteers assisting individuals affected by the abrupt closure of Decatur’s Oasis Day Center are asking for help collecting essential supplies as colder weather approaches. Friends of Oasis has released an updated needs list, focusing on winter necessities, food, personal hygiene products and everyday...

Decatur, IL · 7h

mahometdaily.com

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‘Wasn’t a freak accident’: New records show how ADM’s safety lapses injured several employees in 2023 explosion

A known risk. Soybean processing plants have a documented history of explosions because of leaked Hexane, a flammable substance. ADM itself identified in 1997 a scenario similar to what preceded the explosion in September 2023. Training questions. It’s unclear how much training ADM provided its plant workers. It allowed one...

Decatur, IL · 4h

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Decatur Firefighters Complete Utility Emergency Response Training with Ameren Illinois

November 8, 2026 – Decatur firefighters recently participated in specialized emergency response training with Ameren Illinois focused on electrical and natural gas hazards. The SAFE, or Situational Awareness Focused Energy, training was held November 2nd through 4th at the Ameren Illinois Decatur Training Center. The hands-on program was designed...

Decatur, IL · 7h

OurSentinel

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Playoff Pigskin Picks | 2026 Second-round IHSA football predictions

Round two of IHSA football features predictions for Loyola Academy, St. Joseph-Ogden, Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond and more. Twelve games, eight predictions each. See who our guest analysts picked to win their second-round games this weekend. Photo: Sentinel/Clark Brooks ST. JOSEPH - Three Althoff tacklers wrap up St. Joseph-Ogden's explosive running back Logan Umbarger. Umbarger score four times in the Spartans' 80-31 win over the visiting Crusaders in their Class 3A first-round game last week. This week, SJO faces rival Unity at Dick Duval Field looking to advance to the quarterfinals. See predictions for this week's SJO-Unity game and 11 more below. #7 Salt Fork at #2 Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond Ryker Cenzano Salt Fork 35-21 .::. Frank Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 35-21 .::. Pigskin Prophet Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 28-24 .::. Da Bears Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 34-21 .::. SportsMom Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 48-14 .::. Coltrane Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 34-20 .::. DoubleJ Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 34-21 .::. The Sentinel Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 21-13 .::. ALAH has been play great football all season. #9 Oakwood at #1 Brown County Ryker Cenzano Oakwood 42-21 .::. Frank Brown County 45-14 .::. Pigskin Prophet Oakwood 32-27 .::. Da Bears Oakwood 21-14 .::. SportsMom Brown County 54-7 .::. Coltrane Brown County 38-36 .::. Brown County is good but they haven’t been overly tested but I think barely

Lovington, IL · 2d

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HSHS St. Mary’s inviting community to purchase light for Annual Christmas Star

November 8, 2026 – HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is inviting the community to honor loved ones during its annual Christmas Star Lighting ceremony. The event will take place Wednesday, December 2, at 6 p.m. at the hospital, located at 1800 East Lake Shore Drive in Decatur. Each light...

Decatur, IL · 9h

dewittdailynews.com

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Cerro Gordo Schools Hosting Veterans Day Activities

Central Illinois schools are gearing up for Veterans Day next week, with many offering programs to recognize those who served the country with in-school programs. Cerro Gordo schools in Piatt County will be offering opportunities for students to lead the Veterans Day activities. Dr. Emily Weidner is the Superintendent of Cerro Gordo Schools and says this includes a morning breakfast for veterans and their spouses, followed by a packed, district-wide assembly featuring student speeches, musical performances, veteran introductions, and special presentations like the Quilts of Valor.

Cerro Gordo, IL · 1d

familydestinationsguide.com

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Escape Into A Real-Life Bookworm’s Paradise Where Illinois Books Cost Less Than $20

There’s a teal-green building in Forsyth, Illinois, that has absolutely no business being as exciting as it is, and yet, here we are. The Old Book Barn is the kind of place that makes you question every life decision that led you to spend full price on books at a chain store, because for under twenty dollars, you can stuff an entire bag with used books and walk out feeling like you’ve cracked some kind of secret code.

Forsyth, IL · 23h

My Journal Courier

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Calhoun beats Tuscola to reach IHSA Class 1A quarterfinals

Calhoun beat Tuscola 22-6 behind a goal-line stand and late interception to advance to the IHSA Class 1A state quarterfinals.

Tuscola, IL · 10h

Effingham Radio

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Lake Land College Volleyball Team Wins Region XXIV Championship

Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- On Saturday, October 31, the Lake Land College Lakers Volleyball team defeated the Vincennes University Trailblazers in the championship round of the Region XXIV Tournament in Mt. Carmel, Illinois. With the victory, the Lakers clinched back-to-back Region XXIV Championship Titles for the first time since 2013-2014. After...

Mattoon, IL · 1d

The Telegraph

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Monticello downs Roxana to reach IHSA Class 3A quarterfinals

Monticello beat Roxana 49-14 in the IHSA Class 3A football playoffs, to advance to next week’s quarterfinals.

Monticello, IL · 21h

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Ground Game Propels Football Past Millikin, 62-12

DECATUR, Ill. (Nov. 7, 2026) - Scoring seven rushing touchdowns on the day, the North Central College football team ran past Millikin University, 62-12, behind another dominant defensive effort Saturday at Frank M. Lindsay Field. The Cardinals totaled five sacks and forced three turnovers in the victory. The Cardinal defense...

Decatur, IL · 1d

dewittdailynews.com

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HS FBall: Monticello Shells Roxana

In a game heard on WEZC and online at dewittdailynews.com, Colton Schubert accounted for five of Monticello’s seven touchdowns, Zeke Young scored two touchdowns and had two interceptions as the Sages rolled Roxana 49-14 in the second round of the Class 3A high school football playoffs Saturday in Monticello.

Monticello, IL · 1d