Category Archives: News
LISTEN: Clay Gerhard previews fall activities and programs for kids
October 1, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about multiple programs and activities for children at the DISC, Halloween Glow Golf, and the new bicycle skil...
Oct 1, 2025
God's Shelter of Love to host Blue Jean Ball October 9th
September 30, 2025 -God's Shelter of Love will host the annual Blue Jean Ball on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 1 Bachrach Ct., Decatur, IL. The event aims to raise funds to...
Sep 30, 2025
Drivers Urged to Exercise Caution During Central Illinois Harvest Season
September 30, 2025 -As harvest season begins across Central Illinois, local law enforcement agencies and area Farm Bureaus are urging motorists to slow down, stay alert, and use caution when traveling...
Sep 30, 2025
Hunters Feeding Illinois Returns for Fourth Season to Fight Food Insecurity
September 30, 2025 -Hunters Feeding Illinois is back for its fourth season, continuing its mission to provide lean protein to families in need across the state. The program, a collaboration between Fe...
Sep 30, 2025
Annual Sports Card and Memorabilia Show Coming to Decatur Civic Center
September 30, 2025- History of the Heartland will host its annual "Play Ball! Sports Card and Memorabilia Show" on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Decatur Civic Center, l...
Sep 30, 2025
Sen. Doris Turner secures funding for four Central Illinois literacy programs
September 30, 2025 - Over $227,000 is coming to Springfield and Decatur to support four literacy programs. "Libraries are essential, serving as a vibrant hub in our communities for all residents to ut...
Sep 30, 2025
LISTEN: Byers & Co live from the Macon County Farm Bureau
September 30, 2025 - Byers & Co continues the Century Tour with a stop at the Macon County Farm Bureau! Listen to the podcast below to find out more about their programs, education, events, plus l...
Sep 30, 2025
LISTEN: Director of the Illinois Department of Ag, Jerry Costello, on Byers & Co
September 30, 2025 - Director of the Illinois Department of Ag, Jerry Costello, joined Byers & Co live at the Macon County Farm Bureau to talk about the Illinois Grain Tour. The IDOA is welcoming ...
Sep 30, 2025
LISTEN: Heart of Illinois Community Foundation on Byers & Co, live from the Macon County Farm Bureau
September 30, 2025 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation, along with Betsy Tanner, joined Byers & Co live from the Macon County Farm Bureau to talk about the importance of t...
Sep 30, 2025
LISTEN: Fleet Feet's Kyle May on Byers & Co live from the Macon County Farm Bureau
September 30, 2025 - Fleet Feet's Kyle May joined Byers & Co on the road live from the Macon County Farm Bureau. Kyle talked about their recent WSOY Food Drive fundraiser and a number of fall hike...
Sep 30, 2025