Author Archives: Lindsay Romano

LISTEN: Hickory Point Bank and Old King's Orchard Community Connection
February 24, 2026 - Rachel Costello of Hickory Point Bank, and Chris Ellis and Devon Joyner of Old King's Orchard joined Byers & Co to talk about how HPB community connections lead to employees se...
Lindsay Romano Feb 24, 2026

LISTEN: Kyle May talks new shoes, new spring apparel, and winter sale items at Fleet Feet
February 24, 2026 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about takeaways from his recent trip to meet with other Fleet Feet owners, the Winter Olympics, new footwear, winter sale items...
Lindsay Romano Feb 24, 2026

Northeast Community Fund Announces 2026 "Love Thy Neighbor" Drive-Thru Donation Event
February 23, 2026 - Northeast Community Fund will host its 2026 Love Thy Neighbor Clothing Room Drive-Thru Donation Event on Wednesday, February 25, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Decatur. The one-day...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

Decatur to Host 25th Annual aw Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge Benefiting Special Olympics Illinois
February 23, 2026 - Residents are invited to brave the cold for a cause as the 25th Annual Decatur Polar Plunge returns Saturday, March 7, at the Beach House on Lake Decatur. The event is part of the ...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Brian Barnhart recaps the Illini west coast trip and looks towards Michigan
February 23, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini splitting their two west coast road trip games, the upcoming matchup with Michigan, and Monday Morning Quarterbacks. L...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Dr. Juanita Morris on the opportunity of early impact for the new school superintendent
February 23, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the hiring of a new DPS61 superintendent, what they are working on at DCLI, and Thee Morris Code. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Mark Tupper recaps the Illini loss to UCLA and the gold medal win for Team USA hockey
February 23, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini's overtime loss to UCLA and the United States gold medal winning ice hockey teams. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe on recent important local hirings
February 23, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about the Decatur Bean Ballers, the recent city manager and superintendent hirings, Decatur Moves, and the water level of Lake...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Kevin Breheny talks about recent local events and the weekend of sports
February 23, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about the weekend of sports, recent local events he attended, party planning 20 years ago, and Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday. Listen...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

Illinois America 250 Commission Launches "Passport to Illinois" Ahead of Nation's 250th Anniversary
February 22, 2026 - The Illinois America 250 Commission has unveiled the first-ever Passport to Illinois, a limited-edition keepsake inviting residents and visitors to explore historic sites across th...
Lindsay Romano Feb 22, 2026