Category Archives: Community
Decatur residents receiving notices that their electrical supplier contract is being terminated and returned to Ameren
November 23, 2021 - Residents in the City of Decatur have begun receiving notices stating their electrical supplier contract is being terminated and that they are returning to Ameren. This does not re...
Nov 23, 2021
Macon County Health Department receives grant to improve health care
November 22, 2021 - The Macon County Health Department was recently awarded a COVID-19 Renewal Grant through Health Equity Grant and COVID-19 Renewal Grant programs that provided nearly $8 million sta...
Nov 22, 2021
LISTEN: Kevin Breheny
November 22, 2021 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about his annual spiritual retreat, the dedication to Nancy Rude at The Oasis, the Thanksgiving luncheon, Jeff Mueller, and Howard Buffe...
Nov 22, 2021
LISTEN: Teri Hammel of the Decatur Area Convention & Visitors Bureau
November 22, 2021 - Teri Hammel, Director at Decatur Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, joined Byers & Co to talk about the renovation to the Transfer House, trade workers, and all that there ...
Nov 22, 2021
SIMP Inc partners with local law enforcement for inaugural Because We Care Thanksgiving Meal
November 21, 2021- Sherrod's Independent Mentoring Program(SIMP Inc) hosted its' inaugural Because We Care Thanksgiving Meal. The event was held at the Good Samaritan Inn. Over 25 volunteers helped co...
Nov 22, 2021
Millikin Student's Artwork Pays Loving Tribute to the Strength of Macon County
November 17, 2021 - A Millikin University senior art education major has painted a tribute to the generosity of Macon County donors and the value that nonprofit organizations bring to our region. Shan...
Nov 18, 2021
LISTEN: Debbie Bogle of the United Way
November 18, 2021 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about local giving and how they have to have a variety of solutions to meet the needs of the community.
Nov 18, 2021
Making a Difference: Marketing students honor fallen police officer with fundraiser
November 17, 2021 - The digital media marketing curriculum at Millikin University offers a hands-on learning approach where students not only learn the core concepts of marketing, but they can build t...
Nov 18, 2021
LISTEN: The City Hall Insider with Paul Osborne
November 18, 2021 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about holiday delivery for the Decatur Tribune and local politics.
Nov 18, 2021
Decatur GivingTuesday returning November 30
November 17, 2021 - GivingTuesday will return on November 30th. Decatur community organizations will celebrate giving with a Generosity Party that brings local nonprofits together at one location, mak...
Nov 17, 2021