May 2, 2024 -The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater has announced that country star Lauren Alaina will take the stage at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater on September 12. This show will serve as the annual 95Q Fan Appreciation Concert our with local radio station WDZQ-FM. This show WILL BE included in the 2024 Devon season t...

May 2, 2024 - The Decatur Police Department announced it issued 67 citations for hands-free law violations and during April's Distracted Driving Awareness Month enforcement campaign. "Driver distraction is a persistent issue in Decatur that often has life-altering consequences," said Sgt. Steve Hagemeyer. &qu...

May 2, 2024 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about shows at the Devon, Cleveland's Baloonfest in 1986, lost traditions, the United Way's community investment process, and upgrading their technology to make it easier for people to interact with the United Way. Listen to the podcast now!

May 2, 2024 - Martin Atkins joined Byers & Co to talk about the Midwest Music Expo, some of his stories from being in the music industry, and Millikin's willingness to push the boundaries in the music business program. Listen to the podcast now!

May 1, 2024 - With graduation season underway, Ameren is asking customers to use caution when including Mylar balloons as part of celebrations. Ameren is reminding customers that when Mylar balloons float into electric power lines or equipment they can cause power outages, create safety issues and potentially harm wild...

May 1, 2024 -Governor JB Pritzker and First Lady MK Pritzker have announced a donation to the museum's collection. The ALPLM will soon display a key Civil War document: President Lincoln's order to begin the process of blockading Southern ports, his first direct military action against slave states attempting to secede...

May 1, 2024 - Illinois' air quality received mixed grades from the American Lung Association's annual "State of the Air" report. While some counties in central and southern Illinois had low levels of pollution, areas in Chicagoland are some of the most polluted in the nation. The Chicago metropolitan area, ac...

May 1st, 2024, Ja'Rell Wright & Eternity Jeffro joined co-hosts, Dr. Juanita Morris & Dr. Jeremy Morris on Thee Morris Code, to talk about Jeffro's Passion for health care & past CNA experiences, and Wright's current internship. Listen to the podcast now!

May 1, 2024 -When "The Spell of Red River" cast takes the stage at Millikin University'sVirginia Rogers Theatre for the musical's opening night on Thursday, May 2, 2024, it will be a historic event. The School of Theatre & Dance's (SOTAD) production, written by EllaRose Chary and featuring music and lyric...

May 1, 2024 - The Decatur Police Department welcomed six new patrol officers during a swearing in ceremony Wednesday in the City Council Chambers. The new patrol officers include police patrol officers Molly McCullough, Kylar Morgan, Jordan Walters, William Wilder, and Gage Simmons, as well as experienced lateral trans...

May 1, 2024 - In 1977, then-President Jimmy Carter signed into law the Community Reinvestment Act, a federal law that sought to wipe away the last vestiges of racial discrimination and redlining in America's home mortgage industry. The idea was simple. By requiring lenders - primarily banks - to make credit available i...

May 1, 2024 - Author and Millikin University Professor of History, Brian Mullgardt joined Byers & Co to talk about the current protest climate and his new book, "Wear Some Armor in Your Hair", that covers urban renewal and the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Lincoln Park. Listen to the podcast now!...

May 1, 2024 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about their amazing team, Arts Jamboree, Backstage Bash, 5-9 Ladies Golf Outing, Scovill Zoo events, new baby animals, and Devon shows. Listen to the podcast now!

April 30, 2024 - Corn and soybeans grow high in Central Illinois, but not nearly as high as part of a new mural at Children's Museum of Illinois. The agriculture-themed mural resides in the east stairwell of the Museum and runs floor to ceiling, with big, bright colors bringing larger than life crops to vivid life. It ...

April 30, 2024 -The City of Decatur is seeking public feedback about electric vehicle (EV) knowledge and where charging stations and other infrastructure would be best deployed in Decatur. A public survey HERE is gathering insights into the community's knowledge and familiarity with EVs, charging stations, and preferen...

April 30, 2024 - Jodi Foster Silotto has been named Millikin University's Vice President of Enrollment, Marketing, and Communications, effective April 22, replacing Meg Richtman, who served in the position since September. Silotto is a Millikin graduate, earning a Human Services degree in 1995, and then returned to Mil...

April 30, 2024 -With the respiratory virus season continuing to wind down, Illinois' overall respiratory virus level is now Minimal and all counties in the state are at Low level for COVID-19 hospitalizations, according to CDC data for the week ending April 20. The total number of COVID-19 hospitalizations in Illinois ...

April 30, 2024 -Twenty-six Macon County residents are receiving nearly $60,000 in educational scholarships through a competitive program coordinated by The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation. This semester's individual awards range from $1,000 to $2,500. Since inception in 2020, the adult scholarship program is pos...

April 30, 2024 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to talk about how they are working with local elected representatives towards getting assistance for independent pharmacies through fees collected but disproportionately paid out to them. Listen to the podcast now!

April 30, 2024 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about young people's increased participation in marathons, running events, new merchandise, celebrations planned for their 10th anniversary, and F1 racing. Listen to the podcast now!