features Time FliesOver the past twenty-five years, we have offered Decatur Magazine readers plenty of ways to view our community from different perspectives, providing fresh insights into our perceptions of Decatur. In this issue, we talk to those with a history, a track record and an interesting vision of our city’s future. Cover Illustration by […]
features Holiday Idea BookFrom Thanksgiving weekend to New Year’s Day, we celebrate all the traditions that help create fond memories of the holiday season in Decatur. From all of us to all of you, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Cover Illustration by Tronnie Goss. Trinkets & ToysThe tradition of hanging Christmas stockings is a […]
features Monsters, Mystery & Mayhem We’re reminded of Maurice Sendak’s “Where the Wild Things Are,” an award-winning children’s book that is celebrating its 60th anniversary this November. While Sendak uses his vivid imagination to conjure up an epic adventure for Max, we discovered our own “monsters, mystery and mayhem” right here in Decatur. Cover Illustration by […]
features Across the State From the beautiful skyline of the Windy City and college gameday at Grange Grove, to the “Superbowl of Agriculture” and the best places for fried chicken right here at home, we discovered that life in Illinois can be downright delightful. Cover Illustration by Shani Goss. Beans in His PocketFollowing the historic thread […]
features Long Live the Lake! Thanks to the vision of A. E. Staley and the foresight of civic leaders, Lake Decatur has delivered a vital water supply and source of recreation with the capacity to serve residents well into the future. Join us to celebrate the lake this summer. The original cover art created by artist […]