Decatur IL

The show rotates between a site in Iowa and Decatur, where it will take place this summer.

Operations have begun at the Illinois State Police agency’s new forensic science laboratory in Decatur, which is expected to expand DNA testing capacity.

Alex Miller is a professor at Millikin University and the founder and executive director of Shakespeare Corrected which stages theatrical productions of Shakespearean plays featuring correctional facility inmates. Miller spoke to Community Voices about how the experience profoundly effects the students who help bring about the productions.

The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater in Decatur, Illinois.

Rikki Parker is the executive director of the Children’s Museum of Illinois in Decatur, Ill. She talked to Community Voices about how kids can play and learn from the many exhibits at the museum. She also described the various exhibits, which include a pizzeria, a crime lab, and a full-sized police car. She also shared details about the upcoming Mardi Gras fundraiser.

LJ Pemberton is the new marketing and patron relations manager for the Kirkland Fine Arts Center. She also coordinates social media for Millikin's College of Fine Arts. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey from Los Angeles to Decatur. She is also an artist and writer, and she shared what to expect in her upcoming book.

Downtown Decatur Christmas Walk is an annual tradition for families who enjoy holiday shopping and festivities. Decatur Area Arts Council Executive Director Jerry Johnson spoke to Community Voices about the event that features carolers, cookies, live holiday entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus. The event takes places on Dec. 1 from 5-8 p.m.

Downtown Decatur Christmas Walk is an annual tradition for families who enjoy holiday shopping and festivities. Decatur Area Arts Council Executive Director Jerry Johnson spoke to Community Voices about the event that features carolers, cookies, live holiday entertainment and a visit from Santa Claus. The event takes places on Dec. 1 from 5-8 p.m.

Nicky Besser, executive director of Decatur's Good Samaritan Inn discusses their November 10 fundraiser to help the organization feed the hungry. An artistic, empty bowl is available from local artists for $10 and another $5 fills the bowl.

Chuck Kuhle speaks with Community Voices about the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Ursula Beck Pro Tennis Classic in Decatur.