DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) -- Thousands of people are coming to the City of Decatur this weekend. It's for two of their biggest events, and organizers said you don't want to miss it.

It's the Macon County Fair and Hardy's Race for the Lake. Organizers said both events combined could help bring in hundreds of thousands of dollars.

"It's so exciting," said Race Chairman Nikki Furlott. "Our boat racers love it here, and we love it."

Furlott played a huge part in bringing back Hardy's Race for the Lake. It's a boat race tradition that left Decatur 20 years ago, until last year. Now, Furlott and her team are ready to celebrate this year once again. Eight to 10 boats will be on the water facing off to have a chance at a national title.

"Pure excitement, pure joy," Furlott said. "And again, we did

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