Scott Perry is a Deputy Night Editor at Herald & Review. With extensive experience in sports, healthcare, and event management, he covers a range of topics from campus life and university research to food safety and corporate events. Scott has been featured in numerous outlets including The Washington Times, Tampa Bay Times, and The Epoch Times.
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Decatur, United States (Local)
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Cat stuck in tree prompts social media blitz to free it. The cat was stuck high in a tree since Monday with no help.
Oh how times have changed. Or have they? Take a glance at local stories from years past.
100 years ago, Ran in The Journal Gazette on Wednesday, September 12, 2001. See the full clipping. The JG-TC Archives
Identity theft is a frustration no one wants to deal with. Thankfully the Federal Trade Commission has some ways to protect your identity.
Oh how times have changed. Or have they? Take a glance at local stories from years past.
By: Scott Perry, Ryan Mahan
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A huge crowd was on hand Saturday, Sept. 12, for the Harvest of Hope 2026 concert featuring MercyMe, Tasha Layton, Sam Wesley and Mary-Clair at Peterson Park in Mattoon.
A huge crowd was on hand Saturday for the Harvest of Hope 2026 concert featuring MercyMe, Tasha Layton, Sam Wesley and Mary-Clair.
