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Hello again Decatur! We’re bringing you the latest town highlights. Don’t miss out, keep going! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a new app can simplify recycling for Decatur households
  • Why Decatur police suddenly seized 26 pounds of meth in November
  • Community mourns the passing of Donna Rowena Miller

Also on today's calendar: 12 Bars of Christmas: Annual Pub Crawl and 5 more events.

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Cloudy and chilly, with a high of 31 and low of 12 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Saturday: Frigid with 3-6" of snow, temps: high: 14, low: -11.
  • Sunday: Sunny, but very cold, with a high of 4 and low of -7 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. City of Decatur joins Recycle Coach app (decaturtribune.com) — Decatur residents can now use the free Recycle Coach app to get personalized pickup reminders, recycling calendars, and a “What Goes Where?” search tailored to city rules. The tool, linked through Decatur’s website, supports all residential customers and connects to local haulers and Circular Services Recycling to cut confusion and reduce household waste.
   

2. DPD seized 26 pounds of meth in November, totaling $33k (wandtv.com) — Decatur police seized 26 pounds of meth in November, a huge jump from less than a pound in October, as they intensify efforts against local drug dealing. Officers say meth’s lower price compared to cocaine is driving its popularity, and they’re urging residents to report drug or criminal activity to DPS or Crimestoppers.
   

3. Donna Rowena Miller (suncommercial.com) — A beloved grandmother with deep Indiana roots is remembered by a large extended family that now reaches into Decatur, where her granddaughter Judy Miller lives. Donna Rowena Miller’s life of faith, service at Bloomfield First Baptist Church, and legendary homemade cooking is celebrated as relatives invite memorial gifts to the church instead of flowers.
   

4. Decatur man released after police say he attacked friend, fellow musician (herald-review.com) — Two Decatur men were involved in a reported break-in and assault, according to local police, after a dispute between friends who are also musicians. While the story’s details are limited, it underscores another recent incident drawing on Decatur police resources and attention.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Op-Ed: Decatur Fire Staffing Is Stretched Thin — Tier 2 Fix Needed to Protect Public Safety Now —Oscar Jensen Read on Patch
  • Decatur establishes living Christmas tree recycle program 🌲
    This year, recycle your living Christmas tree for a second life as a fish habitat in Lake Decatur! In partnership with the Decatur Park District and… (Nextdoor )
  • Once again a bill i actually mailed in the post office 2 weeks ago still hasn't made it's arrival to the payee.
    I will be doing bill pay through my bank since this is the 2nd time it's occured since Oct this year. I'm done w buying stamps and mailing them. I… (Nextdoor Lakeview)
  • Jason's Deli posted a job opening for Kitchen Team Member in Decatur. Apply here.
  • Decatur Public Schools posted a job opening for Elementary Principal in Decatur. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Decatur here.

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