Category Archives: COVID-19

October 8, 2020 – Bars and restaurants in Illinois continue to struggle with state-imposed restrictions to reduce the spread of Covid-19. With colder weather approaching, outdoor seating will be...

October 8, 2020 – Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers and Co to give an update on their campaign, talks about Dine United, and announces the next food box pick-up event. Listen to the po...

October 8, 2020 – Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers and Co to talk about the food drive and the Vice Presidential debate. Listen to the podcast now.

October 8, 2020 – October 8, 2020 – Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers and Co to talk about what she learned at a leadership event and looks forward at how some change may be needed to r...

October 7, 2020 – Last year, Illinois passed legislation to expand gambling in the state. It was meant to be a way to generate increased tax revenue for Illinois. But, due to the COVID-19 pandem...

October 7, 2020 – Governor Pritzker, along with Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton have announced the Healing Illinois initiative. The initiative is a response to the racial disparities that h...

October 7, 2020 – Dr. Ted Clark of DMH joined Byers and Co to talk about flu shots, his role as chief medical officer, and the importance of not delaying needed health care. Listen to the podcas...

October 7, 2020 – Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers and Co to talk about a leadership council event, virus spreading, and being safe. Listen to the podcast now.

October 6, 2020 – Illinois and most other states have made the decision not to participate in the President’s payroll tax deferral plan, which he created with an executive order in Septemb...

October 6, 2020 – Macon County Clerk Josh Tanner has announced that there will be three vote-by-mail ballot collection events in October. This will be an opportunity for voters using a vote-by-m...