Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Angela Foulke talks about Illini basketball and the campus at the U of I
April 17, 2026 - Angela Foulke joined Byers & Co to talk about recent Illini basketball news, cell phone volume etiquette in public, and the evolution of campus at the University of Illinois. List...
Lindsay Romano Apr 17, 2026

LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks about Illini news from Brad Underwood's Kickin' Cancer event
April 17, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about Brad Underwood's Kickin' Cancer event, Illini gymnastics, and Major League Baseball. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Apr 17, 2026

LISTEN: Hope Academy Update with Principal Tasia Burks, Londyn Cook Anderson and Seriah Menendez
April 17, 2026 - Hope Academy Principal Tasia Burks and students, Londyn Cook Anderson and Seriah Menendez, joined Byers & Co to give an update on what makes the school special to them. Listen to ...
Lindsay Romano Apr 17, 2026

Millikin University to Host 'Milli-Fest' Community Celebration
April 16, 2026- Millikin University will host a new campus and community event, "Milli-Fest," April 17 and 18. The free, public event will feature a weekend of activities designed for all ages, bringi...
Lindsay Romano Apr 16, 2026

Decatur Rotary Launches "Beachfront Bliss" Raffle to Support Local Causes
April 16, 2026- The Decatur Rotary Club is hosting a "Beachfront Bliss Getaway for Two" raffle, giving participants the chance to win a four-night, all-inclusive stay at a 4+ star resort in Mexico or ...
Lindsay Romano Apr 16, 2026

Rock and Gem Show Returning to Decatur
April 16, 2026- The Rockhounds of Central and Southern Illinois will host its annual Rock and Gem Show April 18-19 at the Decatur Conference Center & Hotel. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p....
Lindsay Romano Apr 16, 2026

Tickets Available for 'That's What She Said' Live Storytelling Event in Decatur
April 16, 2026 - Last minute tickets are still available for That's What She Said: Heart of Illinois, a one-night live storytelling performance scheduled for April 18, 2026, at the Lincoln Square Thea...
Lindsay Romano Apr 16, 2026

LISTEN: The Moments remembers the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings
April 15, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments when bombs went off at the 2013 Boston Marathon. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Apr 15, 2026

LISTEN: Dr. Karen Lauritzen and Dr. Andrew Smith talk online courses at Millikin University for aspiring teachers
April 15, 2026 - Dr. Karen Lauritzen and Dr. Andrew Smith of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to talk about their new online option for students looking to become licensed teachers. Listen to...
Lindsay Romano Apr 15, 2026

LISTEN: Meet new DMH pediatrician Dr. Kara Shafer with Tanya Andricks
April 15, 2026 - CEO Tanya Andricks and Dr. Kara Shafer of Decatur Memorial Hospital joined Byers & Co to talk about Dr. Shafer's path to becoming a pediatrician at DMH. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Apr 15, 2026