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Central Illinois' Premier Jazz Festival Returns

The Juvae Jazz Society is hosting its 40th Annual Jazz Festival this month at the Decatur Conference Center & Hotel. For music lovers young and old, it's an enticing event that brings some of the best national jazz assembles and local jazz musicians together under one roof for three days and two nights of improvisational, swing, hot, cool, bebop and classic jazz! Read more for details.

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Kick Start Your New Year's Resolution at the YMCA Fun Run

The Decatur Family YMCA's 15th Annual New Year's Eve 5K Run/2K Walk will be held on the afternoon of Dec. 31, 2014. Whether your New Year's resolution includes losing weight or simply living a healthier lifestyle, this is a great way to get a jump on your 2015 goals. Plus, if you like getting free swag, register for the 5K or 2K race by Dec. 12 and you're guaranteed to receive a free commemorative long-sleeve race shirt! Read more for details.

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The Etymology of Toyota Car Names

Image: The Etymology of Toyota Car NamesEver Wondered Where Toyota’s Vehicle Names Come From? Are you curious about the meaning behind names like Camry, Celica, or Prius? Toyota doesn’t just build vehicles with reliability and innovation in mind—they also choose names that reflect a deeper purpose or identity. Below, we explore the origins of some of Toyota's most iconic nameplates—and stay tuned as we also spotlight newer favorites like the Mirai, RAV4, and Tacoma.
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Coming Soon to The Little Theatre

"The Sound of Music," one of Rogers and Hammerstein's most popular musicals, is coming to The Little Theatre on the Square. You won't be able to resist tapping your feet and humming along to classic songs like "Do-Re-Mi," "My Favorite Things" and "Climb Ev'ry Mountain." Read more for details.

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