Author Archives: Michelle Mitchell

LISTEN: Jerry Johnson of the Decatur Arts Council
July 21, 2021 - Jerry Johnson of the Decatur Area Arts Council joined Byers & Co to talk about summer events including Game of Cups, Devon On Tap, Mexican Roadshow, and more.
Michelle Mitchell Jul 21, 2021

LISTEN: Tim Hoffman discusses the annual Warrensburg Corn Festival
July 21, 2021 - Tim Hoffman joined Byers & Co to talk about the full lineup of the annual Warrensburg Corn Festival.
Michelle Mitchell Jul 21, 2021

Kroger hiring campaign aims to fill 150 job vacancies
July 20, 2021 - Kroger announced its latest campaign to add to the Kroger family across central Illinois. This week, Kroger Central Division is ready to welcome applicants for 150 openings in all depa...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Park District seeking feedback for 10-year Master Planning process
July 20, 2021 - The community is encouraged to give feedback for prioritizing efforts for the next 10-year Master Planning process for the Decatur Park District by responding to the Master Plan Survey...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp gives tribute to life-saving actions of Howard Buffett
July 20, 2021 - Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp gave tribute to the recent life-saving actions of his Undersheriff, Howard Buffett. Kettelkamp explained that, while on a humanitarian mission...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Rock Springs hosting Summer Prairie Hike
July 20, 2021 - Enjoy a leisurely walk during a Summer Prairie Hike at Rock Springs Conservation Area on Sunday, July 25 at 2 pm. Join a naturalist for a hike through a restored prairie, and learn abo...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Community Foundation of Macon County announces 2021 Do Something Great honorees
July 20, 2021 - The Community Foundation of Macon County has announced the 2021 Do Something Great honorees. The full list of honorees is listed below. Award for Excellence in Inclusion Evelyn Hood, A...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

LISTEN: Howard G. Buffett and Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp
July 20, 2021 - Howard G. Buffett and Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp joined Byers & Co to talk about the similarities in struggles between Macon and Christian Counties, a rescue on the ...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

New law ensures children can operate a lemonade stand without permit or license
July 19, 2021 - Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill into law that ensures children younger than 16 can operate a lemonade stand without a government permit or license. Senate Bill 119 or Hayli's Law,...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021

First Gig Rock N Roll Camp returning to Millikin for 7th year
July 19, 2021 - First Gig is a day camp for kids aged 10-17 that offers a real "rock n roll experience". During the week-long camp, kids are taught the fundamentals of Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rec...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021