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For Decatur residents with young children, air-conditioned entertainment awaits at the Children's Museum of Illinois, a place where parents and kids can enjoy hours of indoor fun in an educational environment - and away from the summer heat. Designed for children between ages 3 and 12, the museum offers a wide variety of hands-on learning experiences and unique play opportunities that help develop their social, cognitive and physical skills in a safe and chaperoned setting.

There's a lot to love about the Versa Note, Nissan's hatchback spinoff of the Versa sedan. The five-door not only rings up for less than many of its competitors, but also flaunts a long list of available high-tech equipment, modern looks and, apparently, a "cool factor." Recently, Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com published their list of "10 Coolest Cars Under $18,000" and the 2014 Versa Note nabbed a spot on the list. Read more for details.

If you've ever been a struggling musician, you probably know that when it comes to getting to gigs, any old vehicle that can get you from point A to point B does the trick. With success, most move up to a tour bus, but indie band Local Natives recently ditched their go-to van to travel in a couple of Nissan Rogues. When they reached their destination, the quintet used the SUVs to perform one of their hit songs. See the video now!

You'll find something exciting around every corner at the Decatur Celebration! Each August, thousands of locals and out-of-town visitors head over to Central Illinois to take part in the Midwest's most fun-filled street festival. Read more for details.