Category Archives: News

Become a Master Gardener this fall with University of Illinois Extension
September 4, 2025 -University of Illinois Extension is now accepting registrations for the Fall Master Gardener hybrid training in Macon and DeWitt counties. Master Gardeners are volunteers who share ...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

Decatur Parks Foundation to host "Zoorific" at Scovill Zoo on September 20st
September 4, 2025 - Tickets are now available for Scovill Zoo's 'Zoorific Evening" on September 20th. The Decatur Parks Foundation fundraiser is an adults-only event that features food and drinks, liv...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

Children's Museum of Illinois and Millikin to Host Chem Girls and Chem Kids
September 4, 2025 - The Children's Museum is partnering with Millikin University to bring back Chem Girls and, new this Fall, offer Chem Kid. Chem Girls and Chem Kids are two programs designed to conn...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

Last chance for early bird registration for Chamber Business Luncheon featuring ADM
September 4, 2025 - It's your last chance to get an early bird discount for the September Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Luncheon featuring Matt Kaloupek and Brittney Larson of ADM's ca...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Debbie Bogle talks about fun ways Brinkoetter and Caterpillar employees are giving back to the community
September 4, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about the Brinkoetter Supermarket Sweep event for the WSOY Community Food Drive, fun opportunities for Caterpillar empl...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Brinkoetter Key Team recaps their Supermarket Sweep event to benefit the WSOY Community Food Drive
September 4, 2025 - Tony Piraino and Brittany Lamb of the Key Team at Brinkoetter joined Byers & Co to talk about their Supermarket Sweep event to benefit the WSOY Community Food Drive and also To...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Scott Broyles talks about Operation Obstacle at RCC
September 4, 2025 - Scott Broyles joined Byers & Co to talk about the Operation Obstacle event at Richland Community College to support veterans and a special Cars & Coffee to benefit their ef...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Why power bills are higher with Ameren's Tucker Kennedy on Byers & Co
September 4, 2025 - Tucker Kennedy of Ameren joined Byers & Co to talk about what factors contribute to increased power bills. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks Illini basketball news and NFL Week 1
September 4, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini basketball team's preseason Tip-Off event with news about Brad Underwood and Andrej Stojakovi, and the kickoff to week 1 in the NFL with matchups...
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025

LISTEN: Former Mayor Paul Osborne talks about the relationship between City Council and the Mayor
September 4, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about relationships in city government and an 1860's gun battle in Downtown Decatur. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Sep 04, 2025