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Good morning to you Decatur! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Two juveniles arrested after teen shot in Decatur park
  • What police say about the Johns Hill Park shooting and teen arrests
  • Foreclosure sale set at Decatur courthouse this October—what bidders should know

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and humid, temps: high: 84, low: 59.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Two juveniles arrested after 15-year-old shot in Decatur, cops report (herald-review.com) — Police say two juveniles were arrested after a 15-year-old was shot and seriously wounded Sunday evening in Decatur's Johns Hill Park, intensifying concern about youth gun violence. The report also highlights a new memorial on North Church Street honoring Mishyra Wheeler and other young Decatur victims, where families, clergy, and city leaders gathered in prayer and remembrance.
   

2. 2 teens in custody after Johns Hill Park shooting that leaves 1 seriously injured (wandtv.com) — A person was seriously hurt in a Sunday evening shooting at Johns Hill Park in Decatur, and police say two teenagers are now in custody. Officers responded just before 7 p.m., and the victim is hospitalized in serious but expected-to-recover condition. Investigators believe the gunfire stemmed from an isolated feud that escalated in the park, and the case remains under investigation.
   

3. 2025FC5, PNN Sale Other (Real Estate) (herald-review.com) — A Macon County foreclosure sale is scheduled for October 7 at the courthouse on East Wood Street in Decatur, offering a Warrensburg home to the highest cash bidder. The notice details the property, judgment amount, and strict "as is" sale terms. Homeowners and potential bidders are urged to review the court file and understand tax and eviction responsibilities.
   

4. Housing Affordability Worsens as Mortgage Rates Rise (constructionowners.com) — New national housing data shows Decatur currently has the lowest mortgage burden among 175 U.S. metro areas, with a typical household needing just 16% of income for payments. While rising rates and prices are squeezing buyers nationwide, Decatur stands out as comparatively affordable, especially against high-cost markets like San Jose and San Francisco.
   

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    • Monday September 7
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  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
    Apollo was LOST on August 24, 2026 in Decatur, IL 62521 near Rock springs road Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the… (Nextdoor Home Park)
  • My son was given a puppy that he can't take care of due to school n other obligations it's a nice friendly good tempered dog was given 1st round of shots ..
    we want her to go to a good home!!!! She does come with basic supplies. (Nextdoor Center-Walnut Grove)
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