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Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
Sip local this week: Golden Fox Brewing, LLC is the kind of spot where three beer-obsessed friends turned their passion into a taproom pouring their own creations, with a chill vibe and occasional events that make it easy to meet up, unwind, and discover your new favorite pint.
Time for a closet reset: Indiya's Consignment Boutique keeps Springfield wardrobes feeling fresh with a mix of new and gently used women’s pieces plus the accessories that pull it all together.
Taco night, upgraded: The Taco Joint is taking traditional Mexican to the next level with “Best Birria in Town” tacos, cheesy birria eggrolls, and even a Birria Pizza that begs for a dip in consomé.
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The Illinois EPA is hosting a free one-day event in Macon County to safely dispose of household hazardous waste.
Full story at yahoo.com ↗
In the CIRCUIT COURT of the Sixth JUDICIAL CIRCLEIT MACON County, ILLINOIS FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORPORation, PLAINTIFF, and DEFENDANTS, will sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash at public sale on October 7, 2026.
Full story at herald-review.com ↗
The Decatur Park District is preparing for a Zoorific Evening at Scovill Zoo in September, with an adult-only event at 5 p.m.
Full story at wandtv.com ↗
WAND's Happy Tails is back to feature animals from the Decatur & Macon County Animal Shelter Foundation (DMCASF), featuring animals from Baby Spice, Sporty Spice and Sweet Corn.
Full story at wandtv.com ↗
A shooting at Johns Hill Park in Decatur, Illinois, left one person hospitalized and in a stable but serious condition.
Full story at wandtv.com ↗
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