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🌱 Patch AM: See how Decatur’s midgrade gas prices stack up across Macon County
And check out Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness on the Decatur Patch calendar
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In today's newsletter:
- See how Decatur's midgrade gas prices stack up across Macon County
- How Millikin pulled off its last-minute 31-27 home victory
Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Sunny and nice, with a high of 77 and low of 50 degrees.
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 81, low: 61.
- Wednesday: Rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 86 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Lowest midgrade gas price in Macon County available at $4.25 per gallon in week ending Sept. 19 (maconreporter.com) — Drivers in Decatur and across Macon County are seeing midgrade gas prices that recently ranged from a low of $4.25 per gallon at one county station to around $4.66 in Decatur, according to GasBuddy reports for the week ending Sept. 19. The county's average midgrade price was $5.15, slightly below the statewide average of $5.26. Analysts say global tensions and refinery issues continue to drive volatility. 
• Millikin football wins 31-27 thriller over North Park (herald-review.com) — Millikin University football fans in Decatur saw a dramatic home win as the Big Blue rallied late to beat North Park 31-27, capped by a go-ahead touchdown in the final minute. Standout performances included over 300 passing yards from quarterback Sylas Gomez and a key interception by Latrell Hannon. The team now sits at 2-2 and hosts Carroll for homecoming on October 3.
📸 Around Decatur
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Decatur
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★ Featured events ★
- Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Von Maur, 1350 Hickory Point Mall, Forsyth
10:00 am
Saturday October 3
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Other local events
- Paint and Electronic Recycling - September 29 →
Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center, 151 W. Wood St., Decatur
8:00 am - Paint and Electronic Recycling →
Macon County Environmental Management Recycling Center, 151 W. Wood St., Decatur
8:00 am - Book Sale →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
10:30 am - Yoga for the People →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
12:00 pm - DPL READiculous, JR →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
4:00 pm - Lotería Night →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
6:00 pm - Tuesday Night Trivia at Door 4! →
Door 4 Brewing, 1214 W. Cerro Gordo St., Decatur
7:00 pm - 2027 Employment Law Update Seminar →
Location Decatur Public Library J. Elizabeth Madden Auditorium 130 North Franklin Street Decatur IL 62523, 130 North Franklin Street, Decatur - DOVE Homeward Bound Outreach →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
9:00 am - DPL Baby Talk →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
10:00 am - Book Sale →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
3:00 pm - Personnel, Property, Public Relations Committee Meeting →
Decatur Public Library, 130 N Franklin St, Decatur
4:30 pm
Tuesday September 29
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
📣 Decatur Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Anyone know of a place that offers crochet classes?
I need help and I do NOT do well learning things like this from videos. (Nextdoor West End)
- Dunkin' posted a job opening for Team Member in Decatur. Apply here.
- Target posted a job opening for Seasonal: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Front of Store Attendant (Cart Attendant), Style, Tech, Inbound (Stocking) (T1951) in Decatur. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Decatur here.
🗞 Nearby News
Macon
- Escapes. Fires. Rebellions. Records reveal chaos inside Illinois county jails (bnd.com)
Monticello
- High School Huddle: Monticello golf heads into opportunistic postseason next week (news-gazette.com)
- Cheapest regular gas in Piatt County at $4.37 per gallon in week ending Sept. 19 (chambanasun.com)
Ok Decatur! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It's down to its last quarter. (Thank you Linda H. for sending it in!)
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