Author Archives: Lindsay Romano

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the new Illini basketball recruiting commitment
November 21, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini landing another basketball recruit, the Bears-Steelers game, and Maroa-Forsyth's playoff game. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Nov 21, 2025

Baum Elementary celebrates 50 years and recieves book vending machine donation from Rotary
November 20, 2025 - Michael E. Baum Elementary School celebrated its 50th anniversary with a special school-wide assembly and community open house Thursday. The 50th anniversary celebration featured g...
Lindsay Romano Nov 20, 2025

Santa Shuffle to Lead Decatur Christmas Parade
November 20, 2025 - The Fleet Feet Santa Shuffle will kick off this year's Christmas parade with 100 runners dressed as the man himself. Participants will start near the Law Enforcement Center on Fran...
Lindsay Romano Nov 20, 2025

Oglesby Mansion to Host November Open House
November 20, 2025- The Governor Richard J. Oglesby Mansion and Museum will hold its November open house on Sunday, November 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The mansion is located at 421 West William Street ...
Lindsay Romano Nov 20, 2025

LISTEN: Debbie Bogle gives a United Way update on Dine United and campaigns
November 20, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about Dine United, business campaigns, entertainment, and Thanksgiving. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Nov 20, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper recaps the Illini basketball loss to Alabama
November 20, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini loss to Alabama, MLB news and notes, and Sport Talk. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Nov 20, 2025

LISTEN: Ashley Hawkins on Thee Morris Code
November 19, 2025- Ashley Hawkins from Prairie State Bank and Trust joined co-hosts Dr. Juanita Morris & Dr. Jeremy Morris on Thee Morris Code to talk about her life and her role at her job. Liste...
Lindsay Romano Nov 19, 2025

Illinois State Fair Passes and Illinois Product Holiday Boxes on sale for the holidays
November 19, 2025 -The Illinois Department of Agriculture has launched two seasonal promotions offering discounted Illinois State Fair passes and special holiday gift boxes featuring Illinois-made pro...
Lindsay Romano Nov 19, 2025

Deering to Host Mobile DMV Event in Forsyth
Novmeber 19, 2025 - State Representative Regan Deering will host a Mobile DMV event in partnership with the Illinois Secretary of State's office on Friday, December 5, 2025. The event will run from 10...
Lindsay Romano Nov 19, 2025

ICC strikes $55.8M from Ameren Illinois' gas rate request
November 19, 2025 - Today, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) cut $55.8 million from Ameren Illinois' rate request for its natural gas delivery services. The decision reduces Ameren's $128.8 milli...
Lindsay Romano Nov 19, 2025 GAS METER: An Ameren Illinois meter. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jennifer Fuller)