Author Archives: Lindsay Romano

Decatur Park District Expands Cycling Opportunities with New Bicycle Skills Course for Kids
September 25, 2025 -The Decatur Park District has announced the opening of a brand-new Bicycle Skills Course for children, designed to help young riders gain confidence, improve balance, and have fun ...
Lindsay Romano Sep 25, 2025

Macon County lifts burn ban in several communities
September 25, 2025 -Due to recent rainfall, some jurisdictions in Macon County have seen improved drought conditions. As a result, officials have lifted temporary burn restrictions in several areas. T...
Lindsay Romano Sep 25, 2025 DarioStudios / Depositphotos.com

LISTEN: Lindy Taylor previews Farm to Fund to benefit Northeast Community Fund
September 25, 2025 - Lindy Taylor joined Byers & Co to preview the Farm to Fund event to benefit Northeast Community Fund and to talk about returning home to Decatur and working at Millikin Univer...
Lindsay Romano Sep 25, 2025

LISTEN: Tim Cain talks MLB excitement and Illini-USC
September 25, 2025 - Tim Cain talks about the MLB playoff races, Cal Raleigh, and the big matchup for USC with national television in town. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Sep 25, 2025

LISTEN: Paul Osborne talks about meeting with Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski, mail issues, and city government relationships
September 25, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about his visit with US Representative Nikki Budzinski, trouble with mail service, city government relationships, and the b...
Lindsay Romano Sep 25, 2025

LISTEN: Hickory Point Invested with Matt Fairchild and Tara Murray of Empowerment Opportunity Center
September 24, 2025 - Matt Fairchild of Hickory Point Bank and Tara Murray of Empowerment Opportunity Center joined Byers & Co to talk about how HPB employees support organizations like EOC, how EO...
Lindsay Romano Sep 24, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the AL Central playoff race and robot umpires
September 24, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the dead even American League Central playoff race and robot umpires coming to MLB. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Sep 24, 2025

LISTEN: Clay Gerhard talks Matilda, Boo at the Zoo, and Sports Sampler
September 24, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about Matilda, Boo at the Zoo, Sports Sampler, the end of the season at the Devon, and the success of Zoori...
Lindsay Romano Sep 24, 2025

Nominations Open for 2026 Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards
September 23, 2025-The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) is accepting nominations for the second annual Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards, which recognizes individuals, organizations, and busine...
Lindsay Romano Sep 23, 2025

Free Car Seat Check Event Scheduled in Decatur
September 23, 2025 - The Macon County Health Department will host a free car seat check event on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at its facility located at 1221 E. Condit Stree...
Lindsay Romano Sep 23, 2025