Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the Cubs and Dodgers playoff wins and the Illini matchup with Ohio State
October 10, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Cubs and Dodgers wins in the MLB Playoffs and the Illini's matchup with the top ranked Ohio State Buckeyes. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 10, 2025

LISTEN: Eisenhower band members talk about playing with the Marching Illini and in Hawaii
October 10, 2025 - Eisenhower High School band teacher Jennifer Morrow, and student leaders, Mary Howe, Emmersyn Walton, and Kaylee Sommer, joined Byers & Co to talk about their chance to play wit...
Lindsay Romano Oct 10, 2025

LISTEN: Debbie Bogle on a fun incentive to help get a handicap accessible ramp built
October 9, 2025 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about a special opportunity to help someone in need of a handicap accessible ramp to their home, Dine United, and Hallowe...
Lindsay Romano Oct 09, 2025

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks Illini basketball, Brad Underwood, and MLB Playoffs
October 9, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about Brad Underwood's show in Decatur, the Illini's B1G10 preseason ranking, the MLB Playoffs, and Sport talk. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Oct 09, 2025

LISTEN: Millikin Homestead and the J.J. Moran & Sons Building history with Paul Osborne
October 9, 2025 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about the city's voluntary water conservation request, the Millikin Homestead, the importance of local news, and the J.J. Mora...
Lindsay Romano Oct 09, 2025

State Urges Cyber Safety During Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 8, 2025 -Governor JB Pritzker has declared October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Illinois, encouraging residents to take steps to protect themselves from online threats. The Illinois Dep...
Lindsay Romano Oct 08, 2025 Richard Patterson / CC

City requesting voluntary water conservation due to drought conditions
October 8, 2025 -The City of Decatur is requesting that all water customers voluntarily reduce the amount of water they use until further notice due to drought conditions in the Lake Decatur watershed...
Lindsay Romano Oct 08, 2025

Rock Springs Conservation Area to host Fall Harvest Festival October 11th
October 8, 2025 - The Macon County Conservation District will host its annual Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 11, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Rock Springs Conservation Area, offering a range of fal...
Lindsay Romano Oct 08, 2025

Thinkwell Makerspace to Host "Haunted Beach Party" this weekend
October 8, 2025 - Thinkwell Makerspace is hosting a unique Halloween experience with its inaugural "Haunted Beach Party" on Saturday, October 11, from 6-11 p.m. at The Hub, located at 120 N. Franklin ...
Lindsay Romano Oct 08, 2025

WSOY's Deals of the Century on Byers & Co
We're celebrating 100 years of WSOY by giving YOU the gift of amazing deals! It's WSOY's Deals of the Century on Byers & Co, live every Thursday on Byers & Co! Each week, we'll spotlight a hot...
Lindsay Romano Oct 08, 2025