Shelith Hansbro Decatur Park Commissioner

04/27/2026

Thanks for choosing Hans On Photography! Looking forward to next year!

04/27/2026

Choose Hans On Photography for your event!

04/27/2026

Thanks for choosing Hans On Photography!

Wow… we are still reeling from an amazing night last Thursday! ✨ Power of the Purse was a huge hit. From everyone dressed to impress to the excitement of bidding on beautiful purses and entering the raffle for stunning diamond earrings—it truly was a night to remember!

We have so many incredible sponsors to thank, but we especially want to highlight:
• Presenting Sponsor: Heartland Coca-Cola
• Signature Drink Sponsor: Busey Bank
• Platinum Sponsor: Melanie Schelling State Farm Agent
• Premier Purse & Jewelry Sponsor: Flora Gems
• Gold Sponsor: Hickory Point Bank
• Charging Station: Dunker Electric Supply and Lighting Center

And so many more who made the night possible!

We’ve had so many requests for event photos—huge thanks to our photography sponsor, Hans On Photography, for capturing such incredible moments. Stay tuned for our “Power of the Purse” photo albums coming soon!
Not to mention the beautiful details that made the night so special—gorgeous spring flowers by Backyard Blooms & Bouquets, fun and festive balloons from The Party Shop, elegant accents by Tournesol, and a delicious grazing table from Say Wow!
Thank you to everyone who was involved. We already can’t wait for next year! 💖

04/27/2026

Booked and busy! Hans On Photography is ready to capture your special moments!

12/25/2025

10/27/2025

Did you know that our Fitness Center has FREE group classes open to the public all week long?

Check out:
- Zumba (Mondays | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
- Power Half-Hour Fitness Class (Tuesdays | 4:30 PM - 5 PM)
- Yoga (Wednesdays | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
- Self Defense (Thursdays | 3 PM - 4 PM)
- Boxing 101 (Thursdays | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
- Fitness Boxing (Thursdays | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)

These are all held in the Group Fitness Room in our Workforce Development Institute Building near our Fitness Center (which is also open to the public by membership).

Sign up today by going to richland.edu/fitness-classes

10/19/2025

Spent some time at Scovill Zoo today. It’s time for Boo at the Zoo! I saw the cutest costumes everywhere ❤️.

09/25/2025

Fly Decatur!

09/05/2025

🎓 High school seniors and parents —it’s never too early to start planning for scholarships!

Andrea Gerhard, HICF Director of Scholarships & Grants, recently joined St. Teresa High School Guidance Office counselor Paula Patterson and Julia Gustafson from the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) for a St. Teresa High School scholarship prep night.

St. T’s next FAFSA completion workshop will be during parent-teacher conferences on Thursday, October 23rd.

✅ Begin gathering ideas for your essays
✅ Complete your FAFSA paperwork
✅ Get your recommendation letters in line

There’s a lot to do, but starting now will make things easier when our scholarship application portal opens January 1. Parents, encourage your students to take these steps today—their future selves will thank you!

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day!