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Illinois Department of Transportation still looking for snow removal operators

By Elle Johnson | Feb 1, 2021

There are still openings for snow removal operators from the Illinois Department of Transportation.From Decatur through the Charleston and Mattoon area, the department is looking for people to fill the openings, Illinois Leaks reported.

Decatur rules don't change despite county Health Department's authority being limited

By Elle Johnson | Jan 23, 2021

While the Macon County Board limited the Macon County Health Department's authority on Jan. 14, this doesn't change the city's rules, Decatur officials said on Jan. 15.

Rose claims he was cut off in effort to question governor's justification for COVID-19 shutdowns

By Elle Johnson | Nov 13, 2020

After Gov. J.B. Pritzker ordered mitigation measures for Region 6, state Sen. Chapin Rose said he was cut off by Pritzker during a conference call and wasn't allowed to ask questions.

Decatur City Council approves rezoning for mental health care facility

By Elle Johnson | Nov 11, 2020

A mental health care facility has been approved for rezoning by the Decatur City Council.

Illinois sees 80% spike in Firearm Owners ID card applications during COVID-19 pandemic

By Elle Johnson | Nov 11, 2020

The Illinois State Police have reported an 80% increased in Firearm Owners Identification card applications this year.

Second round of applications for Business Interruption Grant Program being accepted

By Elle Johnson | Nov 7, 2020

A second round of grants for the Business Interruption Grant Program has been opened by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

State Rep. Caulkins expresses disappointment in governor's threat to jail Illinois business owners

By Elle Johnson | Jun 28, 2020

State Rep. Dan Caulkins released a statement after Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he would put business owners in jail for not following stay-at-home orders, expressing surprise in the governor's threats.

Decatur mayor reminds residents face masks are about protecting others from COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Jun 15, 2020

Decatur Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe suggests residents wear face masks – even if they aren't worried about catching COVID-19.

Decatur business owners prepare as rumors of vandalism and looting spread

By Elle Johnson | Jun 12, 2020

After Decatur businesses encountered some signs of vandalism, many owners decided to prepare as if rumors of more violence to come were true.

Ameren Illinois to replace natural gas transmission pipelines in Macon County

By Elle Johnson | May 31, 2020

Ameren Illinois plans to upgrade its natural gas transmission through modernized infrastructure in Macon County.

City of Sullivan seeks to provide economic relief to small businesses

By Elle Johnson | May 20, 2020

The City of Sullivan is seeking ways to help provide financial relief to small businesses that are being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Family files lawsuit against Fair Havens Senior Living, alleging improper care of COVID-19 patient

By Elle Johnson | May 19, 2020

A family has filed a lawsuit against the Fair Havens Senior Living facility in Decatur after their loved one died alone in the facility from COVID-19 on Easter.

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