Author Archives: Lindsay Romano
LISTEN: Mark Tupper sets the stage for the Final Four and offers what the Fighting Illini will need to do to win
April 3, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the atmosphere around the Fighting Illini and what they will need to do to win in their Final Four matchup with UConn. Listen to the podcast now!
Apr 03, 2026
Turner Measure Aims to Support Small Business Investment
April 2, 2026 - State Sen. Doris Turner is advancing legislation aimed at helping small businesses reinvest in growth and expansion. The proposal, Senate Bill 3614, would create a new account allowing...
Apr 02, 2026
Decatur Police launch new online tool to access police activity
April 2, 2026 - The Decatur Police Department has launched a new online tool designed to give residents access to police activity across the city. The platform, called Citizen Connect, replaces the de...
Apr 02, 2026
Macon County Conservation Groups to Host 1,000-Tree Community Planting Event
April 2, 2026 -The Macon County Conservation District and the Macon County Conservation Foundation will celebrate milestone anniversaries and upcoming environmental holidays with a large-scale communi...
Apr 02, 2026
Decatur Craft Beer Festival Returns with Events This Spring
April 2, 2026 - The Decatur Area Arts Council has announced the return of the Decatur Craft Beer Festival, featuring events this spring that highlight craft brewing, food and community activities. VIP...
Apr 02, 2026
Annual Decatur Pintwood Derby Returns April 11 to Support Local Scouting
April 2, 2026 - The Decatur Pintwood Derby returns Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Decatur Brew Works, bringing together fast racing, creative car designs, and craft beverages - al...
Apr 02, 2026
LISTEN: The Moments remembers Tony LaRussa's visit to Decatur in 2012
April 2, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments when Hall of Fame manager Tony LaRussa visited Decatur in 2012 Listen to the podcast now!
Apr 02, 2026
LISTEN: Debbie Bogle talks about how the United Way is helping families through current challenges
April 2, 2026 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about current challenges facing families, how the United Way is helping, and their upcoming Power of the Purse event. Liste...
Apr 02, 2026
LISTEN: Mark Tupper on Final Four advice given to Illini coach Brad Underwood from other experienced coaches
April 2, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about Illini coach Brad Underwood seeking advice from Final Four experienced coaches and Illinois State' men's and women's basketball teams rolling in postseason tour...
Apr 02, 2026
LISTEN: Milli-Fest with Molly Berry, Jenn Gidrey and Leah Flint
April 2, 2026 - Molly Berry of Millikin University and students, Jenn Gidrey and Leah Flint, joined Byers & Co to talk about the Milli-Fest Community Celebration and events planning class. Listen ...
Apr 02, 2026