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Hidden
in Plain Sight: WPA Park Pavilions |
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Act
Natural From the buildings they construct to the earth-friendly ways they live, Decatur businesses and residents find it’s easy — and economical — to “go green.” June / July 2008 |
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Illinois
Civics 101 A supplement to "Deciding Vote" February / March 2008 |
| A $350 Million Investment in our Community October / November 2007 | |
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Giving
Back In the spirit of the season, some Decatur families substitute gifts under the Christmas tree for contributions of time and treasure to local charities. December/January 2007 |
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In
His Own Words: Dr. James Loewen A Decatur native, author, and one America’s preeminent intellects chats about his hometown and the inspiration behind his work. February / March 2006 |
| Perspective:
Essential Jobs It’s all about the wage earners — or so contends Contributor Thomas Cooley in his rebuttal to City Manager Steve Garman’s definition of economic development. June / July 2005 |
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| Can
You Say, “Economic Development?” City Manager Steve Garman offers his definition - and describes Decatur's stage in the ongoing evolution. April / May 2005 |
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On
the Waterfront (PDF document) An innovative master plan capitalizes on an underutilized asset with a proposed recreation and entertainment hub on the shores of Lake Decatur. Learn the details… February / March 2005 |
Where's
the Bean? |
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Evolution
of the Lake |
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Business
Focus |
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Forbes Magazine Ranks Decatur #1 August / September 2000 |
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| Point
of View: The Year in Review |
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| Point
of View: Bring on the Lions - Christians, Americas Last Unprotected
Group Local talk show host Brian Byers raises questions about the growing hostility toward Christians in America. August / September 2000 |
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