Author Archives: Lindsay Romano

LISTEN: Kyle May details new shoe updates at Fleet Feet and upcoming local running events
December 29, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined guest host Kevin Breheny on Byers & Co to talk about new shoe updates, running events, winter weather, and the holidays. Listen to the podcast now...
Lindsay Romano Dec 29, 2025

Start the new year with a purpose: Become a Master Naturalist
December 22, 2025 - Do you love the outdoors and care about your community? Kick off the new year by becoming a University of Illinois Extension MasterNaturalist volunteer. Registration is now open fo...
Lindsay Romano Dec 28, 2025

Proper Battery Recycling After the Holidays in Macon County
December 28, 2025 - As the holiday season ends, many households find themselves with a collection of used batteries from decorations, as well as those spare dead batteries you find while trying to pow...
Lindsay Romano Dec 28, 2025 Bill Smith / CC

What Shoppers Should Know About Return Policies This Holiday Season
December 28, 2025 -As holiday gift giving winds down, consumer advocates are urging consumers to review return and exchange policies - whether in stores or online. Understanding how returns work can h...
Lindsay Romano Dec 28, 2025 iqoncept / Depositphotos.com

LISTEN: Kara Demirjian Huss on the Illinois Manufacturers' Association and personal and business goals
December 24, 2025 - Kara Demirjian Huss joined Byers & Co to talk about her personal and business goals, navigating changes in their industries, doing business in Illinois, and artificial intellig...
Lindsay Romano Dec 24, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks NFL, NBA, St. Louis Cardinals, and college football
December 24, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the NFL Pro Bowl, the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder matchups, the Cardinals trade of Willson Contreras, the Illini's preparation for the Music...
Lindsay Romano Dec 24, 2025

LISTEN: Clay Gerhard looks back at 2025 for the Decatur Park District
December 24, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about highlights of 2025, last minute gifts and taxes. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Dec 24, 2025

Decatur Police increase enforcement efforts for the holidays, says "No excuses will be accepted."
December 23, 2025 -The Decatur Police Department has joined forces with the Illinois Department of Transportation for the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, Get a DUI" enforcement campa...
Lindsay Romano Dec 23, 2025

NORAD Prepares to Track Santa's Christmas Eve Journey
December 23, 2025 -For decades, children and families around the country have relied on one of the most magical holiday traditions: tracking Santa Claus as he delivers presents on Christmas Eve. This ...
Lindsay Romano Dec 23, 2025

Still time to get in those Christmas wishes at the Santa House in Central Park
December 23, 2025 - There is still time to get your Christmas wishes to Santa! The Santa House, located in the Transfer House in Central Park in downtown Decatur, will be open today,Tuesday, December ...
Lindsay Romano Dec 23, 2025