Author Archives: Lindsay Romano

Decatur named #1 for Best Affordable Place to Live by US News and World Report
November 25, 2025 - Decatur, Illinois has been named the No. 1 "Best Affordable Place to Live" in the United States for 2025-2026 by U.S. News & World Report. According to the ranking, what lifted...
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

LISTEN: Natalie Beck and Dr. Dana Ray reflect on the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation's 25th year
November 25, 2025 - Natalie Beck & Dr. Dana Ray of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about how they have celebrated their 25th anniversary, That's What She S...
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

LISTEN: Dale Colee previews Pharmacy Facts with Friends
November 25, 2025 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to talk about Medicare Part D and their holiday weekend hours and sales, and to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will include a recap of th...
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks Illini basketball and NFL games over Thanksgiving weekend
November 25, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini basketball team's uninspiring play in their win, their upcoming tough schedule, and the Thanksgiving weekend slate of NFL games. Listen to the po...
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

LISTEN: Karla Miller and Jessica Milligan talk Santa House in Central Park
November 25, 2025 - Karla Miller of Hickory Point Bank and Jessica Milligan of the Decatur Area Convention and Visitors Bureau joined Byers & Co to talk about Santa's House in Central Park and how...
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

LISTEN: Kyle May details Black Friday weekend deals at Fleet Feet and holiday themed running events
November 25, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about their full slate of sales for Black Friday Weekend, Santa Shuffle, and the Ugly Sweater Run. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Nov 25, 2025

Decatur Police stepping up enfocement for Thanksgiving holiday
Novmeber 24, 2025 - This Thanksgiving, the Decatur Police Department is joining the Illinois State Police and local partners to keep holiday travel safe. Their "Click It or Ticket" and "Drive Sober or...
Lindsay Romano Nov 24, 2025

Macon County Conservation District Unveils New StarLab Planetarium Programs for School and Community Groups
November 24, 2025 - The Macon County Conservation District has introduced a new presentation structure for their StarLab Planetarium programs, designed to bring immersive astronomy experiences directl...
Lindsay Romano Nov 24, 2025

Decatur Leadership Institute to Hold Project Presentations and Graduation Luncheon on December 10
November 24, 2025 -The Decatur Leadership Institute will host its annual project presentations and graduation luncheon on December 10, 2025, at Doherty's Pub, located at 242 East William Street in Dec...
Lindsay Romano Nov 24, 2025

LISTEN: Brian Barnhart talks about the Illini's split weekend in basketball and football
November 24, 2025 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini's split weekend with a football loss and basketball win, and to preview Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the pod...
Lindsay Romano Nov 24, 2025