Category Archives: News

Rock Springs to host Treat Trail October 18th
October 13, 2025 - Decatur's Rock Springs Nature Center will host "Treat Trail" this fall, inviting families to enjoy a spooky evening along the bike trail and through the pine forest on October 18th ...
Lindsay Romano Oct 13, 2025

LISTEN: Brian Barnhart gives his takeaways from the Illini-Ohio State game
October 13, 2025 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini's loss to Ohio State and to preview Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 13, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper recaps the Illini loss to Ohio State and Indiana's case for being a contender
October 13, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini loss to Ohio State, Indiana becoming a title contender, and the MLB Playoffs. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 13, 2025

LISTEN: Julie Moore Wolfe on the search for the next City Manager and City Council dynamics
October 13, 2025 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about the role of City Council members and the search for the next City Manager. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 13, 2025

Haunted Houses Undergo Safety Inspections Ahead of Halloween Season
October 12, 2025 -The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) are teaming up to make sure haunted houses in Illinois are safe before doors open for...
Lindsay Romano Oct 12, 2025 lighthouse / Depositphotos.com

Community Gathers for Annual Blue Jean Ball Supporting Gods Shelter of Love
October 12, 2025 - God's Shelter of Love hosted its annual Blue Jean Ball on Thursday, drawing community members together in support of local women and children experiencing homelessness. The event to...
Lindsay Romano Oct 12, 2025

Theatre 7 Announces 2025-26 Season Lineup
October 12, 2025-Theatre 7 has announced its 2025-26 season of performances, offering a range of theatrical entertainment that includes main-stage productions, special events, and opportunities for co...
Lindsay Romano Oct 12, 2025

HSHS Partners with Chapter to Offer Free Medicare Guidance for Patients
October 12, 2025-Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) is partnering with Chapter, an independent Medicare adviser, to offer free, unbiased consultations for current and newly eligible Medicare patien...
Lindsay Romano Oct 12, 2025

LISTEN: Angela Foulke talks Illini fandom on Byers & Co
October 10, 2025 - Angela Foulke joined Byers & Co to talk about Illini sports fandom, Motown, encyclopedias, and entertainment. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 10, 2025

LISTEN: Brinkoetter's Austin Deaton on the local commercial real estate market
October 10, 2025 - Austin Deaton of Brinkoetter Realtors joined Byers & Co to talk about the local commercial real estate market and how they have been serving the community for 60 years. Listen t...
Lindsay Romano Oct 10, 2025