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DECATUR — Brian Abbott said he knows it's risky operating a unique, even “kitschy” sort of business in Decatur. But where else could someone find a one-stop-shop for vinyl records, furniture or a tattoo?

The last name of the new owners and family associated with K.T.'s Korn Krib is McMurtry. The name was incorrect in the story “Korn Krib’s new owners settling in” in the Your Money section of the Friday, Feb. 16, Herald…

A look at visits from U.S. presidents in the Decatur region. Do you have photos of presidents come to the region? Email ccoates@herald-review.com to share yours. Discover more Decatur history at Herald-Review.com/Archives.

DECATUR — From humble beginnings in one member's basement, the Emanon club has forged a 45-year legacy through hard work and a strong African-American influence in Decatur.

Here is the week’s schedule of government meetings and other activities of interest to the public in Decatur and Macon County.

DECATUR — Penny Butts is an athletic trainer at Decatur Family YMCA. She exercises five days a week, several hours a day. Yet during a recent blood pressure test, she registered at high risk with hypertension. “It just goes to…

The Knights of Columbus Council 577 is inviting groups to participate in the annual Decatur St. Patrick's Day Parade, planned for 11 a.m. on Saturday, Mar. 17 in downtown Decatur.

DECATUR -- Soyland Access to Independent Living, or SAIL, will hold an orientation for individuals interested in working as a personal assistant to a person with a disability. The introductory meeting will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27,…

Icy pavements caused vehicles to slide off the road throughout Central Illinois on Saturday night, as police and the National Weather Service at Lincoln urged caution.

Sunday, Feb. 11