On a Monday night in late April, nearly 100 people gathered in a public library conference room in Bloomington, Illinois.

You might have heard of “needful things.” You might possibly have used the expression “there’s no such thing.” And something ...

Decatur Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe announced she will run for re-election in 2027. Mayor Moore Wolfe has been elected mayor ...

The Decatur Police Department is teaming up with Kroger to fight food insecurity with the "Pack the Cruiser" food drive.

Expanded space for teens, adult study rooms and a dedicated technology lab are part of an approximately $4.8 million ongoing ...

The reading challenge kicks off June 6 as part of the library's citywide program with activities for all ages.

To mark the conclusion of National Mosquito Control Awareness Week, the Macon County Health Department (MCHD) and the Macon Mosquito Abatement District (MMAD) are teaming up to host a tire recycling ...

The Lawrence County Public Library will hold its 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” from July 7 through July 28 with free weekly programs, featured presenters, prizes, and reading ...

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The Southeastern Diversity Project announced it will host River City Pride Weekend from June 5-7 in downtown Decatur and at Ingalls Harbor, featuring a parade, festival, 5K and community events ...

The Ivy League Cards and Collectibles show at the Decatur Civic Center drew collectors from throughout Central Illinois on ...