Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Decatur Park District's Clay Gerhard
September 6, 2023 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about events and shows at the Devon, Grandparents' Days at Scovill Zoo and Overlook Adventure Park, Zooriffi...
Sep 06, 2023

State Treasurer expands outreach for IL ABLE savings program
September 5, 2023 - Now that kids are back in school, parents of children with Individualized Education Plans will receive information about a State Treasurer's Office program that helps families save...
Sep 05, 2023

IL DCFS launches Child Welfare Dashboard
September 5, 2023 -The state has unveiled a new online data dashboard featuring insights and performance indicators maintained by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). DCFS i...
Sep 05, 2023

ISP expands pathways for new troopers
September 5, 2023 - In an effort to build its ranks, the Illinois State Police (ISP) is updating the pre-employment requirements for people applying to become a trooper. Recently signed law makes chan...
Sep 05, 2023

LISTEN: Community Foundation on Byers and Co
September 5, 2023 - Missy Batman and Chasity Casey of the Community Foundation joined Byers & Cot to talk about working at the foundation, earning their reaccreditation, and the success fo the wis...
Sep 05, 2023

LISTEN: Dale Colee on Byers & Co
Dale Colee joined Byers and Co to talk about dips and Del's caramel apples available in store, and Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will include Tom Brinkoetter and Matt Beavers as guests. Listen to t...
Sep 05, 2023

LISTEN: Ride and Run with Kyle May on Byers & Co
September 5, 2023 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about live sporting events, their Labor Day run and pancake breakfast, fall sale, and the popularity of On shoes. Listen to the...
Sep 05, 2023

Decatur AFL-CIO celebrate Labor Day with over $26k in grants and scholarships
September 4, 2023 - Decatur Trades & Labor Assembly, a central labor council of the AFL-CIO, hosted its annual Labor Day Parade and labor picnic in the park. The parade featured Grand Marshal, Con...
Sep 04, 2023

Decatur Area Audubon Society funding bus transportation for programs at conservation district
September 4, 2023 - The Decatur Area Audubon Society is funding up to $10,000 towards bus transportation to the Rock Springs Nature Center or to any of the five Macon County Conservation District area...
Sep 04, 2023

'State of the Unions' report shows increased organizing activity
September 4, 2023 - As workers in Illinois celebrate Labor Day, a new report shows there has been a surge in efforts to organize labor unions in workplaces throughout the state, while overall public a...
Sep 04, 2023