Decatur/Macon County Events, Resources & Information

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Come hungry to the boat races this weekend!

06/05/2026

06/05/2026

Bulky Item Pickup: all Decatur residential customers have access to 5 pickups

As part of basic waste collection service, residential Decatur customers have five (5) separate bulky waste collections each year, with each collection allowing up to five (5) bulky items. Each pickup may include removal of only one (1) household appliance such as a refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, etc. and not more than four other items.

Please note, you must schedule the pickup with your garbage hauler:

- Waste Management: Use www.WM.com and sign in/create your account, use the live chat at bottom right, or call 800-796-9696

- GFL: Use www.gflenv.com or call 217-935-5652

- Jeremy Doolin Disposal: 217-422-5298

- Doolin Disposal: 217-423-1680

- Murrell's Disposal: 217-519-0910

https://www.decaturil.gov/323/Garbage-Recycling-Yard-Waste-Information

06/05/2026

It takes a community to support our youngest learners. 💙

Join local educators, providers, and community members as we discuss strategies to strengthen the Early Childhood workforce and create positive outcomes for children and families. See the flyer below for details!

06/03/2026

Summer EBT benefits are now being issued in Illinois.

Each eligible school-aged child will receive a one-time benefit of $120.

Most eligible families will receive benefits automatically, but some households may still need to apply.

💻 Visit abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal to:
-Check eligibility
-Confirm your information
-Apply if needed

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

***Update: Illinois WIC services have been restored statewide and WIC cards are now working again. Thank you for your patience!***

‼ Attention ‼
Illinois’ WIC processor is currently down statewide. Your WIC card will not work at any store throughout the state. The state of Illinois is actively working to resolve this as quickly as possible. Your WIC agency is not able to help with this issue. Updates will be posted on the IDHS website. Thank you for your patience.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

El procesador de WIC de Illinois se encuentra actualmente fuera de servicio en todo el estado. Su tarjeta WIC no funcionará en ninguna tienda en todo el estado. El estado de Illinois está trabajando activamente para resolver esto lo antes posible. Su agencia de WIC no puede brindarle asistencia con este problema. Las actualizaciones se publicarán en el sitio web del IDHS. Gracias por su paciencia.
Esta institución es un proveedor equitativo de oportunidades.

06/02/2026

HE WALKED DECATUR’S STREETS. NOW HE WEARS A SUPER BOWL RING

He walked the same streets.
He sat in the same classrooms.
He grew up right here in Decatur.
Now, Jacardia Wright is a Super Bowl Champion.

Before the bright lights, the roaring crowds, and the biggest stage in American sports, Jacardia was just a Decatur kid with a dream and the determination to chase it.

His journey proves that where you start does not determine where you finish.

Now, you have the opportunity to meet a hometown hero whose hard work, perseverance, and belief in himself carried him all the way to the NFL and a Super Bowl Championship with the Seattle Seahawks.

Bring your family. Bring your young athletes. Bring your dreams.

Come hear his story, meet him in person, and be reminded that extraordinary things can happen to ordinary people who refuse to quit.

Decatur, let’s show Jacardia some hometown love and support one of our own.

🎟 Get your tickets today before they’re gone!