| If the Decatur area can be described in a single phrase, it would be "the best of two worlds". Macon County, nestled in the heartland of the prairie, offers residents both the easy-going charm of bygone days and the excitement of modern living. Historic downtown Decatur with its turn-of-the-century tree-lined streets, small shops, urban parks and neighborhoods contrasts with the outer area's trendy malls, upscale homes, and fine eateries of today's suburban lifestyles. Yet residents, living and working together have a common interest, making the Decatur area a good place to live and work. The area has retained its unique small-town flavor, where the majority of the residents live in their own homes, where elected officials are on a first-name basis with their constituents, This is a robust community, too, rich in its own recreation opportunities, a wide variety from professional organizations to clubs where the chief object is just getting together for fun, Local shops and stores combine with national. A dynamic community, Decatur provides the residential and commercial infrastructure needed for future prosperity. This site can tell you just about everything you want to know about Decatur and its surrounding communities. It can also tell you about where to stay, entertainment and recreation, and how to get from here to there. This site links you to most of the hotels in the Decatur area and can help you to find rates and make reservations. This site provides a nice overview of what Decatur has to offer not only as a place to visit, but also as a place to live. James Millikin founded this university in 1901. Home page for the Chamber of Commerce for Decatur and Macon County, Illinois. News, events, and all you ever need to know about Decatur. The Herald & Review is Decatur's daily newspaper, and articles are available online. Learn about Decatur's recreational areas and activities, like the Scovill Zoo and any number of parks. If you plan to fly to Decatur, here is the airport. Find information on lodging, entertainment, dining and more in the Decatur area. A national organization to advocate the preservation of historic sites.
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