French Fried 5k & Street Party was a fundraiser for the Decatur Celebration held in Decatur, Illinois

This was from the 2nd annual Emmett Sefton Memorial Tractor Ride, this year there were 43 tractors.

The Special Olympics Polar Plunge held in Decatur Illinois 2015

Primrose Retirement Community held their annual Valentines Day Dance in Decatur Illinois

The Decatur Polar Plunge for Special Olympics held at Lake Decatur, Decatur Illinois 2014

Annual Valentines Day dance at Primrose Retirement Community in Decatur, Illinois

Chicago Auto show held inside McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois

The annual Christmas Parade held in Downtown Decatur, Illinois 2013

The Farm Progress show held in Decatur Illinois

Memorial ride to the service of B.G. Nevitt, pastor at Glad Tidings Church in Decatur, Illinois

Decatur Power Drillers from the Boy and Girls Club of Decatur Illinois performing at the Macon County Fair

Some of the most thrilling harness racing events in the area take place at the picturesque and historic Macon County Fairgrounds in Illinois. The powerful horses, expert drivers, and passionate fans that make this sport so fascinating are all included in this photo gallery, which perfectly conveys the fervor and intensity of these races. These images document each race's intense action and excitement from the starting line to the finish line, capturing both the joy of success and the anguish of failure. These images will enthrall and inspire you whether you enjoy harness racing or simply admire the beauty and strength of these wonderful animals.

Memorial Day remembrance held at Fairview Park, Decatur Illinois. This years speaker was Macon County Sheriff Tom Schneider.

Memorial Day remembrance held at the Korean War Memorial located at Graceland Fairlawn cemetery in Decatur, Illinois. This years speaker was Tim Dudley

The 2013 St. Patricks Day Parade held in downtown Decatur, Illinois.

The 2013 Polar Plunge at Lake Decatur for Special Olympics

Decatur Illinois Labor Day Parade 2012

Help Our Heroes community fundraiser for the Mt.Zion Fire Department, held at Fletcher Park, Mt. Zion Illinois

A look at the 2012 Macon County Fair, in Decatur, Illinois

Memorial Day Service at Graceland - Fairlawn cemetery, Decatur, Illinois

Memorial Day honoring vets, held at Fairview Park, Decatur, Illinois

The Decatur Fire Department paying tribute during their 9-11 ceremony at Firehouse 1 in Decatur, Illinois

Come Together Let's Walk event against cancer held in Decatur, Illinois at Fairview Park

Lake Decatur Polar Plunge for Special Olympics held in Decatur, Illinois

St. Patricks Day parade held in downtown Decatur, Illinois 2012

The 2011 Monster Truck National held in the Assembly Hall in Champaign, Illinois

Decatur, Illinois was the host to the 2011 Farm Progress Show 2011