Category Archives: News
Illinois Conservation Foundation releases 2025 state park ornament
December 22, 2025 -The Illinois Conservation Foundation has announced the release of its 2025 collectible Illinois state park holiday ornament, featuring the iconic bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln re...
Dec 22, 2025
Turner law designates official state bean
December 22, 2025 -Illinois will soon have an official state bean starting Jan. 1, thanks to a new law championed by State Senator Doris Turner. "Our state's symbols highlight the important pieces tha...
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HSHS Implements Visitor Restrictions as Cold and Flu Cases Rise
December 22, 2025 - As seasonal cold and flu cases increase, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has announced temporary visitor restrictions across its Illinois hospitals to help protect patients, ...
Dec 22, 2025
Fire Officials Share Safety Reminders During the Holiday Season
December 22, 2025 -Fire officials are reminding residents that the holiday season brings an increased risk of home fires, often caused by decorations, candles, and cooking activities. With more people...
Dec 22, 2025
Illinois Treasurer Encourages College Savings Gifts This Holiday Season
December 22, 2025 - Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging residents to consider contributing to a child's Bright Start 529 college savings account as a holiday gift. The program all...
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LISTEN: Dr. Juanita Morris talks about holidays, the end of the year, and religion
December 22, 2025 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the holiday season, the end of the year, working collaboratively, and religion. Listen to the podcast now!
Dec 22, 2025
LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks about the come from behind win for the Bears and previews the Braggin' Rights Game
December 22, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Bears comeback victory over the Packers to clinch a playoff spot and previews the Braggin' Rights Game between Illinois and Missouri. Listen to the podc...
Dec 22, 2025
LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe talks holidays, the city manager job search and upcoming elections
December 22, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about to talk about food security, elections, the city manager job search, football, and holidays. Listen to the podcast now!
Dec 22, 2025
The Cinnamon Bear available on NowDecatur.com
December 1, 2025 - The Holiday radio classic "The Cinnamon Bear" is available on NowDecatur.com with a special chance to listen on Christmas Day. The Cinnamon Bear debuted the day after Thanksgiving i...
Dec 21, 2025
EHS Marching Panthers raising funds for rare opportunity to perform at Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade
December 21, 2025 - The Eisenhower High School Marching Panthers are calling on the community for support as they prepare for a rare and prestigious opportunity in 2026. The band has been invited to j...
Dec 21, 2025