Author Archives: Lindsay Romano
Caterpillar to commemorate Centennial Milestone & Decatur plant's 70th birthday with donation to NECF
June 26, 2025 -This year, Caterpillar celebrates its 100th anniversary, and its Decatur facility marks its 70th anniversary in the community. To celebrate, the Caterpillar Foundation has announced a g...
Jun 26, 2025
Heart of Illinois Community Foundation Announces New Board of Trustees Chair - Dr. Dana Ray
June 26, 2025 - The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation (HICF) has announced the election of Dr. Dana Ray as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Dr. Ray has served the HICF board since 2018, joining th...
Jun 26, 2025
LISTEN: United Way's Debbie Bogle on Byers & Co
June 26, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about getting businesses involved with campaigns, ALICE funds, the WSOY Community Food Drive, working with DMH, and her rec...
Jun 26, 2025
LISTEN: City Hall Insider Paul Osborne on Byers & Co
June 26, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about local election candidates, Decatur ties to the atomic bomb, and Mike McElroy. Listen to the podcast now!
Jun 26, 2025
LISTEN: Dwight Powell of Ledgestone Disc Golf on Byers & Co
June 26, 2025 - Dwight Powell of Ledgestone Disc Golf joined Byers & Co to talk about the 9th annual Forsyth Open disc golf tournament, part of the #HOT25. Listen to the podcast now!
Jun 26, 2025
Bryan E. Smith announces intention to run for Macon County Clerk
June 25, 2025 - Bryan E. Smith has announced his intention to run for Macon County Clerk in the 2026 Democratic Primary. Smith is a resident of Long Creek Township and a 1987 Millikin alum with a B.A....
Jun 25, 2025
First West Nile Virus Batch detected in Macon County
June 25, 2025 -The Macon County Health Department (MCHD) has received confirmation of the first mosquito batch testing positive for West Nile Virus. This batch was collected by the Macon Mosquito Abat...
Jun 25, 2025 Enrique Dans / CC
Decatur Education Support Professionals Association ratified tentative agreement with DPS61
June 25, 2025 - The Decatur Public Schools Board of Education voted to approve a contract with the Decatur Education Support Professionals Association (DESPA) for a new three year contract. The Direct...
Jun 25, 2025
Alzheimer's Association encouraging safety awareness for loved ones living with Alzheimer's
June 25, 2025 - Every June, National Safety Month is observed to promote awareness around safety in our homes, workplaces, and communities. This annual initiative encourages everyone to take proactive...
Jun 25, 2025
LISTEN: Crossing's Tanya Andricks on Byers & Co
June 25, 2025 - Tanya Andricks of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to talk about how the extreme heat impacts health, Millikin's exciting future, 4th of July fireworks, and Dolly Parton in La...
Jun 25, 2025