in this issue: June / July 2019
features Go Outside and PlayDecatur residents know how to have a good time, especially with a little help from our friends. Thanks to Howard G. Buffett’s generosity, the new concert venue in Nelson Park and expanded zoo train route along the shores of Lake Decatur give us great excuses to head outdoors this summer. Enjoy! […]
in this issue: April / May 2019
features Animal StoriesTales about the animal world go back centuries and almost always end with a moral to the story. In fact, we found dogs with an attitude, singing coyotes and a wandering chicken right here in Decatur that tell us something about life and the lessons to be learned along the way. Dog […]
Here & There – Little Rock, Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas Located in the middle of the state on the Arkansas River, Little Rock serves as the state capitol. With a population approaching 200,000, residents experience hot, humid summers and cool winters with little or no snow. Tucked in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains and near Lake Maumelle provides plenty of space […]
Only in Decatur: Millikin Ponders Decaturs Smell
“If you are possessed by an idea, you will find it expressed everywhere, you even smell it.” – Thomas Mann Photography by Rachel Holden
Calendar – April/May 2019
April / May 2019 ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreHistory & MuseumsNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesSports, Health & FitnessFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Decatur Barn Colony Artists – April & MayMadden Arts Center, 125 N. Water St. Artists meet for shared hands-on painting and learning and to support the […]
in this issue: February / March 2019
features What’s Next?“Change is the only constant in life,” said the ancient philosopher Heraclitus. As Decatur’s aging population moves into retirement, we wanted to find out how that will affect our community and who will step up to take their place. Changing Of The GuardAs a wave of Decatur’s community and business leaders transition to […]
Calendar – February/March 2019
February / March 2019 ArtConcerts & Live MusicComedy & TheatreNature & GardensEvents for Children & FamiliesFestivals & ExpositionsSpecial Events Charity Datebook ART Perkinson Exhibit – through February 8Millikin University, Kirkland Fine Arts Center, Perkinson Gallery, 1184 W. Main St. Brilliant artworks on exhibit from the Millikin University permanent collection, M-F 12-5pm when school […]
Here & There – Kenosha, WI
Kenosha, Wisconsin Located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan, Kenosha is the county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin. With an estimated population of 99,889, it is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin and the fourth-largest city on Lake Michigan. Kenosha, decades ago a bustling hub of manufacturing, is today a bedroom community because of the […]
Only in Decatur: Playmates of the Clouds
It doesn’t matter where you lived, if you were a kid growing up during the 60’s and 70’s in America, you flew, or knew someone who flew, Hi-Flier kites. Founded in Decatur in 1923 by Harvey A. Sellers with a simple bow kite, the Hi-Flier Manufacturing Company grew to be the top paper kite maker […]
in this issue: December / January 2019
features Elf MagicSanta’s Elves have been working behind the scenes to make your holidays merry and bright this season, with tips to spruce up your trees and tables, events to get you in the spirit, and gift ideas for everyone on your list. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Dressed in their Holiday BestPartygoers aren’t […]
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