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        The Economic Development Corporation of Decatur-Macon County has created this page full of business and community information as it relates to COVID-19. Please share this page… Read more about COVID-19 Resources

                DECATUR, IL (March 12, 2020) – The Economic Development Corporation (EDC) of Decatur – Macon County today announced Nicole Bateman has been… Read more about Economic Development Corporation of Decatur – Macon County Names Nicole Bateman President

      The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) recently announced Makers Madness, a brand new contest highlighting the innovative and diverse manufacturing sector in Illinois. In this bracket-style contest, you… Read more about Cast Your Vote for Decatur-Made Products

Be prepared for grant opportunities! The Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) provides uniform guidance for all State of Illinois grant programs. All grant applicants and grantees must comply with… Read more about SBDC Info Session: Understanding the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act

  Daily United Express jet service, operated by SkyWest Airlines, will take off between Decatur (DEC) and Chicago (ORD) this spring. Starting March 5, 2020, SkyWest will provide Decatur travelers… Read more about United Express Jet Service Comes To Decatur This Spring

      The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) recently announced Makers’ Madness, a brand new contest highlighting the innovative and diverse manufacturing sector in Illinois and the great jobs that… Read more about Illinois Manufacturers’ Association Announces Makers’ Madness Contest

Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center and the EDC as we co-host a free workshop on “Starting Your Business in Illinois.” The event will take place from 8:30 AM… Read more about Starting Your Business in Illinois Workshop

Decatur, Illinois – Decatur and Macon County, Illinois have been recognized in five separate categories in the Area Development Magazine’s 9th Annual ‘Leading Metro Locations’ Report. Decatur placed 2nd in… Read more about Decatur, Macon County Recognized in Area Development’s ‘Leading Metro Locations’

We’re gathering information on the perception of Decatur and Macon County to assist with marketing and branding efforts. Thank you for taking 10 minutes to give us your feedback! Click here to… Read more about Take the Community Perception Survey!

In celebration of International 3D Printing Day on December 3rd, the EDC will be hosting a 3D printing seminar with the leaders of the Illinois MakerLab at the Gies College… Read more about Celebrate International 3D Printing Day!