Decatur Daily Democrat

09/10/2025

The conservative activist was speaking at an event at Utah Valley University when the shooting took place.

OREM, Utah (AP) — Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, died Wednesday after being shot at a college event, Trump said.

09/09/2025

Good afternoon!

If you check out today's edition you'll find a recap of Saturday's Monroe Day. You can also read about a local marching competition that was won by Adams Central, and get the results of the ACAC Girls Golf Tournament.

If you haven't gotten your copy already, be sure to stop in and see us today until 4:30.

09/06/2025

Good morning!

Be sure to check out your Saturday edition for stories about a budget being set in Monroe, a September initiative at the Adams and Berne Public Libraries, and the three high school football games involving Adams County programs that were played on Friday night.

09/06/2025

For fans of offensive football, Friday was a treat. In particular, Adams Central fans had reason to be happy after the Jets rolled to a big win in Muncie.

Be sure to pick up your Saturday edition for a full recap of all the Friday night action on the gridiron.

Matthew Klingenberger

09/04/2025

Be sure to check out today's edition to find out about a couple of new Decatur first responders, progress on a local construction project, and results from local sporting events.

09/03/2025

Good afternoon! We're back with a Wednesday edition that features stories about a local project to honor fallen heroes, an upcoming musical performance, and the weekend that was in sports.

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day! We hope you're enjoying this time with friends and family.

Just as a reminder, a Tuesday edition will not be delivered tomorrow due to the holiday. Our office will, however, be open on Tuesday.

09/01/2025

A recent dip in temperatures may be perfect for some, but others might still be clinging onto summer. Let us know where you stand on the weather we've had lately by responding to our poll question.

https://www.decaturdailydemocrat.com/what-have-you-thought-about-the-cooler-weather-lately/poll_d10da241-c2bc-47ca-bfa2-1d2e3a44cb72.html

08/31/2025

A trip to the park is one way to spend a nice day like today. Decatur residents may soon get the opportunity to visit a new one.

An audience of around 60 heard three preliminary proposals for the 12th park in Decatur – on both banks of the St. Marys River between the Wendell Macklin Bridge on

08/30/2025

Week two of high school football offered up a gutsy win for the Flying Jets. South Adams bounced back with a home win over Bellmont.

You can get caught up on both games by checking out your Saturday edition.

Matthew Klingenberger

08/29/2025

Just a heads up, due to Monday being Labor Day, there won't be a Tuesday edition. We will, however, be back to normal with Wednesday morning's edition.

We hope you have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend.