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An electrical transformer failure has caused widespread power outages within the City. Currently, over 1,400 residents are affected, as many areas of Macomb continue to experience power loss. As of 2:30PM power remains out at the dispatch center, though efforts are underway to re-establish service. 911 calls are currently being rerouted to Hancock County and […]

The City of Macomb and Western Illinois University welcome the community to the annual Independence Day Celebration on Friday, July 4, 2025. The fireworks display will take place on Vince Grady Field, and the community can enjoy the display by watching from Q-Lot on the Western Illinois University campus. Q-Lot is located on University Drive

To best serve the citizens of Macomb, the Office of Community Development will be opening one hour earlier starting Monday, June 23. We welcome citizens and contractors to call or visit the office from 7am-5pm Monday through Friday with the exception of holidays.

The Downtown Summer Concert Series is back for another season of local entertainment in Chandler Park, beginning Wednesday, June 4, 2025. The series kicks off with a performance by Mari Loehrlein, taking the stage from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the gazebo in Historic Downtown Macomb. Guests are encouraged to bring their lunch, along

The Office of Downtown Development is pleased to announce that Park N’ Cruise is back for the 22nd season of classic cars, local music, food by the Knights of Columbus, and big fun in Chandler Park. The Park N’ Cruise season is kicking off on Friday, May 2, 2025, with entertainment by M&S Light and

City of Macomb Proposed Sports Facility | City of Macomb

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After hosting public design workshops, gathering public input from over 400 citizens, and holding two open houses, the City of Macomb, in partnership with Farnsworth Group, has completed a master plan for Chandler Park. The beloved park, situated at the heart of Macomb, is a place where history, community, and nature come together. The park

A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the City of Macomb for 2024 will be held on December 2, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. at Macomb City Hall, Council Chambers, 232 E. Jackson St., Macomb, Illinois.  Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing