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WCIA

partner publisher · 53.8K followers

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Sunday shooting in Decatur leaves one person hurt

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — A shooting in Decatur on Sunday left a man with critical injuries. Officers with the Decatur Police Department responded near William and Witt around 4:25 p.m. The police department said on the scene, they found a man who had been hurt in the shooting. While details remain limited at this time, […]

Decatur, IL · 4h

dewittdailynews.com

City of Clinton Lowers Tax Rate

For the ninth time in ten years, the City of Clinton is lowering its tax rate. At the Wednesday night Clinton City Council Meeting, Treasurer and Finance Director Clint Lichtenwalter announced that the levy in the community will be increasing to $2,178,893, which is around 9% higher than last year. The tax rate, which is what affects residents, will be decreasing by over 10%. In the last ten years, it’s decreased by almost 45%.

Clinton, IL · 2d

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channel1450.com

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 · 1d

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dewittdailynews.com

DeWitt County Friendship Center Christmas Treat Orders Open

The DeWitt County Friendship Center is once again putting on its Christmas Treat Fundraiser. Executive Director Paula Jiles told the Hart Media Group on the WHOW Morning Show that they have expanded the menu for the annual fundraiser. Red velvet cheesecake bites, Oreo truffle balls, buckeyes, and puppy chow are now available for purchase to support the Friendship Center. She adds that orders are open now and are due by December 11th.

Clinton, IL · 2d

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foxillinois.com

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 · 2d

riverradiosportscentral.com

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

mahometdaily.com

‘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 · 8h

OurSentinel

publisher · 2.3K followers

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

decaturradio.com

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

familydestinationsguide.com

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 · 1d

nowdecatur.com

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 · 10h

dewittdailynews.com

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

25newsnow.com

IHSA Football Playoffs- Normal West and Heyworth advance to the State Quarterfinals

PEORIA (25News Now) - Normal West beats Pekin, 33-21, in the Class 6A 2nd Round. Heyworth beats Fisher, 45-7, in the Class 1A 2nd Round. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts, recent newscasts, top news stories, updated forecasts, local sports highlights, and exclusive content. Search “WEEK 25 News” to install.

Normal, IL · 2d

nowdecatur.com

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 · 10h

takingthekids.com

From Cozy Tea Service To Historic Charm, This Illinois Church Hides A Special Tea Room

Lunch arrives on a three-tiered tower of real china, and the stained glass windows above your table once watched over a church congregation. That’s the setup at one little lunch spot in Illinois. The building is more than a century old. Old church benches still serve as seating, and...

Illinois · 1d

nowdecatur.com

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 · 12h

The Telegraph

partner publisher · 15.0K followers

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 · 1d

northcentralcardinals.com

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

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

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