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Corn-based plastic developed in Decatur could lead to new plant, but where?

A pilot plant here at Archer Daniels Midland Co. is helping researchers figure out how to build a commercial-scale manufacturing plant for a plastic derived from corn.

 

HSHS St. Mary's Hospital starts $9 million ICU renovation

DECATUR — HSHS St. Mary's Hospital has begun a $9 million renovation to its intensive care unit, work that will double the space and make it easier for families to be together with patients.

 

Five at 5: Buffett helps fund take-home vehicles for deputies and 4 other stories you should read

Macon County Sheriff Howard Buffett's private foundation will help deputies with take-home vehicles and rifles they can use on duty after approval by the county board.

 

What are your state legislature's harassment policies?

Each state has its own policies regarding sexual harassment and misconduct. What are your state's? Use our database to see how your state compares to others.

 

Plan your commute with the latest Decatur weather information

Give yourself extra time to get to work this morning, the National Weather Service at Lincoln says.

 

Buffett to buy take-home vehicles for Macon County sheriff's deputies

DECATUR — Macon County sheriff's deputies could have their own take-home vehicles as early as May, thanks to a $3.1 million, 15-year program partly largely by Sheriff Howard Buffett’s private foundation.

 

Macon County homeless count helps highlight specific needs

DECATUR — An annual count of the homeless helps social service agencies and the federal government track social service needs in Macon County.

 

4 Central A&M students among first to try online AP classes in pilot program

MOWEAQUA — Four Central A&M High School students are participating in a virtual Advanced Placement class this semester.

 

Cape Air to start Decatur service on Feb. 14

DECATUR — Cape Air will start service at Decatur Airport on Feb. 14 and passengers are now able to reserve tickets for year-round flights to Chicago and St. Louis, the company announced Thursday.

 

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