Category Archives: News

LISTEN: The Moments remember Gallery 510's Celebrities Create events
July 1, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments of Gallery 510's Celebrities Create event back in 2007 where local celebrities were paired with artists to create art for a fundraising event. Liste...
Lindsay Romano Jul 01, 2026

LISTEN: Head Coach Billy Riebock previews summer and the upcoming season for Millikin Football
July 1, 2026 - Millikin University head football coach Billy Riebock joined Byers & Co to talk about summer preparations for his second season at MU, their upcoming golf outing, and camps for kids...
Lindsay Romano Jul 01, 2026

LISTEN: DMH CEO Tanya Andricks talks healthcare barriers and communication
July 1, 2026 - Tanya Andricks of DMH joined Byers & Co to talk about the Memorial Health Championship golf tournament, life expectancy numbers, health communications, and removing barriers for peo...
Lindsay Romano Jul 01, 2026

LISTEN: Clay Gerhard previews Decatur Park District 4th of July attractions and activities
July 1, 2026 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the passing of Bob Brilley, dance registration, and special attractions at park facilities during the 4th o...
Lindsay Romano Jul 01, 2026

Decatur Family YMCA Launches Search for Next Chief Executive Officer
June 30, 2026 - The Decatur Family YMCA has officially begun its search for a new Chief Executive Officer, seeking a leader to guide the nearly 150-year-old organization into its next chapter of growt...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026

Salvation Army of Decatur to Host First Red Kettle Car Show July 11
June 30, 2026 - The Salvation Army of Decatur will host its first annual Red Kettle Car Show on Saturday, July 11, bringing together classic cars, modern vehicles and community members to support loca...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026

Heart of Illinois Community Foundation Appoints Alyse Knust as Chief Development Officer
June 30, 2026 - The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation has named Alyse Knust as its new Chief Development Officer, with her appointment taking effect July 13. Knust will lead the Foundation's deve...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026

Officials urge safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
Juen 30, 2026 - As Central Illinois prepares for Fourth of July celebrations, officials are reminding residents to put safety first during holiday festivities. Dr. Brandon Koser, chief medical officer...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026 Elisha Terada / Unsplash

Macon County Health Department to Begin Walk-In Blood Draw Services July 1
June 30, 2026 - Beginning Tuesday, July 1, the Macon County Health Department will offer walk-in blood draw services, providing residents with a convenient option for laboratory specimen collection wi...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026 wedmov / Depositphotos.com

LISTEN: Natalie Beck announces hiring of Alyse Knust in new position of Chief Development Officer
June 30, 2026 - Natalie Beck and Alyse Knust of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about the addition of a new Chief of Development role and the addition of Alyse...
Lindsay Romano Jun 30, 2026