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Decatur community reflects on former councilman's Bill Oliver's lasting impact
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Decatur community reflects on former councilman's Bill Oliver's lasting impact

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Jun 1, 2026

Bill Oliver served over two decades on the Macon County Board and more than 21 years as a Decatur City Councilman. Those who knew him say his leadership went far beyond any title.

March for Peace set in Champaign-Urbana to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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March for Peace set in Champaign-Urbana to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Mar 26, 2026

The Urbana and Champaign Park Districts will come together with several community organizations to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a "March for Peace" event.

Decatur officials outline plan to strengthen neighborhoods, economy
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Decatur officials outline plan to strengthen neighborhoods, economy

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Feb 4, 2026

City leaders are working to revitalize Decatur, and the project is more than just adding new buildings. It is a long-term investment for the future. 

Decatur church service brings community together on MLK Jr. Day
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Decatur church service brings community together on MLK Jr. Day

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Jan 19, 2026

The Metro Decatur Black Chamber of Commerce hosted a church service, which served as a way to commemorate the life and legacy of King and to bridge the gap between different community groups. 

Mt. Zion community reflects on Dr. King's vision at MLK Gala
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Mt. Zion community reflects on Dr. King's vision at MLK Gala

  • La'Miya Starnes
  • Updated Jan 19, 2026

Community members in Mt. Zion gathered at the MLK gala Sunday, not just to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but to reflect on his mission of service, unity and justice.

Community marches to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Decatur
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Community marches to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Decatur

  • WAND Digital Team
  • Updated Jan 17, 2026

Decatur community members gathered Saturday to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ahead of MLK day.

2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Award recipients announced
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2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Award recipients announced

  • Daja Clayton
  • Updated Jan 9, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — The 2024 Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will be honoring three special community members for all of their …

Black Chamber of Commerce of Illinois encourages community to serve beyond MLK Day
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Black Chamber of Commerce of Illinois encourages community to serve beyond MLK Day

  • Olivianna Calmes
  • Updated Jan 18, 2021

ILLINOIS (WAND) - Martin Luther King Jr. Day looked a little different in 2021.

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