š± How fast are Macon County home prices really climbing this year?
Macon, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning to you Macon! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How fast are Macon County home prices really climbing this year?
- Where can Macon County drivers still find cheaper E85 fuel?
- How is a Macon resident tied to a statewide burglary spree?
Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: An afternoon t-storm; humid, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
- Monday: Cooler with heavy t-storms, temps: high: 67, low: 57.
- Tuesday: Cloudy with a stray shower, with a high of 67 and low of 54 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Macon County, Illinois, typical home value rises 5.5% to $126,823 in August 2026 (maconreporter.com) ā Home values in Macon County rose 5.5% over the past year, with a typical property now estimated at about $126,800, though prices dipped slightly from July. For Macon homeowners and buyers, that means local houses are appreciating faster than the statewide average, but still remain far below Illinois and U.S. price levels, potentially offering relatively affordable options. 
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2. Week ending Sept. 12: Lowest E85 gas in Macon County reaches $2.84 (maconreporter.com) ā Drivers around Macon County saw E85 fuel as low as $2.84 per gallon during the week ending Sept. 12, with an average price of $3.15 locally. Thatās slightly cheaper than the Illinois average, though analysts warn prices could keep shifting as global conflicts, refinery issues, and seasonal demand continue to shake fuel markets. Ā Ā Ā
3. Illinois Arrests Spotlight Burglary Tactics and Rising Losses at Video Gaming Sites (sccgmanagement.com) ā An Illinois burglary investigation has tied a Decatur man and a Macon resident to a string of smash-and-grab thefts at video gaming sites across central Illinois, including a recent hit at a Latham bar. For people in and around Macon, the case highlights how organized crews are targeting gaming machines and ATMs, prompting calls for stronger security at local bars and parlors. Ā Ā Ā
4. Escapes. Fires. Rebellions. Trove of records reveals chaos inside Illinois county jails. (collinsvilledailynews.com) ā Statewide jail records show Macon Countyās facility among many reporting āextraordinaryā incidents, including a tray protest where 14 detainees demanded a TV remote and officers responded with a show of force. The broader investigation reveals frequent fires, assaults, suicides, restraints, and underreported deaths across Illinois jails, raising questions about transparency, mental health care, and safety standards that also matter for Macon-area families. Ā Ā Ā
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Girls Basketball vs. Argenta ā
Meridian Middle School Macon, IL 62544
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Girls Basketball @ Pana ā
Meridian Middle School Macon, IL 62544
6:00 pm
Monday September 28
Tuesday September 29
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McGaughey Fall Picture Day
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Board of Education Meeting
DECATUR SD 61 Decatur, IL 62523
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Charleston Boys Varsity Soccer @ Mt. Zion ā
Mt. Zion Junior and Senior High School, 305 and, Mt Zion
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Half Day of School
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Ribbon Cutting & Business After Hours at Kurent Safety & Industrial Supply - September 23, 2026
Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce 101 S Main St #102, Decatur, IL 62523
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Ribbon Cutting & Business After Hours at Brinkoetter Realtors - September 24, 2026
Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce 101 S Main St #102, Decatur, IL 62523
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Moweaqua Farmers Market ā
Central Park, 326 Locust St, Moweaqua
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Zach Rushing ā
Decatur Civic Center, 1 Gary K Anderson Plz, Decatur
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The Agape Ringers to Perform at Central Christian Church, Decatur, IL ā
Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce Central Christian Church, 650 W. William St., Decatur, IL
4:00 pm
Tuesday September 22
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