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Report: Forsyth Applebee's closed due to "imminent health hazard"
FORSYTH, Ill. (WAND) — The Applebee's in Forsyth will remain closed until next week after the Macon County Health Department found imminent health hazards, according to a report filed by the Office of Environmental Health. According to a notice hung on the establishment's front door, the restaurant closed Tuesday.
Clintonia Eagle Theater asks for communities' input as sales take a dip
CLINTON, Ill. (WAND) - Like many small businesses, the Clintonia Eagle Theater is attempting to recover after the COVID-19 pandemic. The increase of streaming services, inflation and the change in the movie-going culture have also impacted business. Nationwide, bigger companies like AMC and Regal have been able to refinance to...
Upland Game Hunting Program Now Accepting Applications
DECATUR, Ill. (WICS) — The Macon County Conservation District is now accepting applications for upland game hunting at Friends Creeks Conservation Area’s Upland Game Management Area. Hunters must apply by October 2,2024, for the one-day hunts. The area is open for hunting on November 2, 3, 6, 9,...
Protecting your dog from hot temperatures
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — As central Illinois faces high temperatures, pets are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. While indoor animals should stay safe inside, even short exposures to temperatures in the 90s can be detrimental to certain pets. Dogs are the most common pet Dr. Travis Mansur, managing Doctor at...
Applications being accepted for Deer Herd Management, Upland Game Hunting programs
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Applications are now being accepted for the Deer Herd Management Program and the Upland Game Hunting Program. The Macon County Conservation District is accepting applications for upland game hunting at Friends Creeks Conservation Area’s Upland Game Management Area. Hunters have to apply by October 2,2024,...
Sample pawpaw fruit in September at Allerton Public Library
DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — In September, the University of Illinois Extension office will teach you about the pawpaw tree and even let you sample its banana-like fruit. On September 17th, at 2 p.m., participants will learn about the native tropical fruit for one hour at the Allerton Public Library. They will learn the history of the pawpaw tree, how to grow the fruit at home, and even eat some pawpaw bread.
U of I Extension to host “Monarch Madness” September 21st at Rock Springs
August 27, 2024 – The monarch butterfly’s migration cycle is a natural wonder facing unprecedented challenges. Habitat loss and other factors have placed this iconic species at risk. To raise awareness and celebrate the monarch, the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners, and Master Naturalists invite the public to an educational event at Rock Springs Nature Center.
Last opportunity to round-up at Kroger for WSOY Community Food Drive
August 27, 2024 – Kroger locations in Decatur are stepping up to make it easier than ever to give in advance to the WSOY Community Food Drive, but time is running out!. All three Kroger locations are offering a fundraising effort through the end of August in which shoppers have the option to “round up” their grocery purchase at the register, with 100% of the funds benefiting the WSOY Community Food Drive, which will be held October 4th at the Kroger on Rt. 36.
Millikin to hold open community auditions for the upcoming stage reading of “A Raisin in the Sun”
August 28, 2024 – Millikin University’s School of Theatre & Dance is inviting community members of all ages to audition for a stage reading of Lorraine Hansberry’s classic “A Raisin in the Sun,” directed by Sandra Brown, on Saturday, August 31 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in the Center for Theatre & Dance, Room 315.
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