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Decatur to Host 25th Annual aw Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge Benefiting Special Olympics Illinois
February 23, 2026 - Residents are invited to brave the cold for a cause as the 25th Annual Decatur Polar Plunge returns Saturday, March 7, at the Beach House on Lake Decatur. The event is part of the ...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Brian Barnhart recaps the Illini west coast trip and looks towards Michigan
February 23, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini splitting their two west coast road trip games, the upcoming matchup with Michigan, and Monday Morning Quarterbacks. L...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Dr. Juanita Morris on the opportunity of early impact for the new school superintendent
February 23, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about the hiring of a new DPS61 superintendent, what they are working on at DCLI, and Thee Morris Code. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Mark Tupper recaps the Illini loss to UCLA and the gold medal win for Team USA hockey
February 23, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini's overtime loss to UCLA and the United States gold medal winning ice hockey teams. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe on recent important local hirings
February 23, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about the Decatur Bean Ballers, the recent city manager and superintendent hirings, Decatur Moves, and the water level of Lake...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

LISTEN: Kevin Breheny talks about recent local events and the weekend of sports
February 23, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about the weekend of sports, recent local events he attended, party planning 20 years ago, and Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday. Listen...
Lindsay Romano Feb 23, 2026

Illinois America 250 Commission Launches "Passport to Illinois" Ahead of Nation's 250th Anniversary
February 22, 2026 - The Illinois America 250 Commission has unveiled the first-ever Passport to Illinois, a limited-edition keepsake inviting residents and visitors to explore historic sites across th...
Lindsay Romano Feb 22, 2026

A Night of Talent & Treats: Heart & Soul Has Talent planned at Scovill Banquet Facility
February 22, 2026 - A community talent showcase event titled A Night of Talent & Treats: Heart & Soul Has Talent is scheduled for Friday, February 27, at 6:30 p.m. at the Scovill Banquet Facil...
Lindsay Romano Feb 22, 2026

VerHeecke Claims State Title; Three Macon County Wrestlers Place at IHSA Finals
February 22, 2026 - Macon County was well represented at the Illinois High School Association Boys Wrestling Individual State Championships, held February 19-21 at the State Farm Center- and history w...
Lindsay Romano Feb 22, 2026

Decatur Regional Chamber to Host 'Dine & Decide' Candidate Forum March 4
February 22, 2026 - The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce will host a candidate forum titled "Dine & Decide" on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, offering voters an opportunity to hear directly from ca...
Lindsay Romano Feb 22, 2026