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DECATUR — A "Christmas in October" event this Saturday, Oct. 14, will raise money to help provide those less fortunate with gifts during the December holiday.

Hickory Point Mall will close on Thanksgiving Day, citing positive feedback from retailers and customers when it made the decision to do so last year.

MATTOON — A two-story, $4 million recreation facility is set for construction in Toledo, about 22 miles southeast of Mattoon in Cumberland County.

DECATUR — More than 1,000 high school students from 10 area schools converged Tuesday on the soccer field at the Decatur indoor Sports Center for a one-stop shop to learn about career and college opportunities.

While state lawmakers finally approved a budget in July, Illinois has a long way to go before its fiscal house is in order. Billions of dollars in unpaid bills haven't been sent to the official who writes the checks, the…

DECATUR — A winter coat can cost anywhere from $50 to $200 depending on type and style, which can create a burden for many Macon County families.

Ryan D. Waters is one of two men charged with the murder of 22-year-old Zachary Hubbartt of Windsor. Waters' middle initial was incorrect in the story "White pleads not guilty in murder" in the Oct. 5 Herald & Review, as…

Editor's note: The Herald & Review each day is listing a reason the Decatur region is loved. We're profiling people, places and history that are special to our region — and that make it a great place to live. See…

As the skilled labor force begins to retire, the shortage is expected to get worse. These Macon men identified the trend and decided to do something about it.

Editor's note: The Herald & Review each day is listing a reason the Decatur region is loved. We're profiling people, places and history that are special to our region — and that make it a great place to live. See…