Category Archives: News
LISTEN: Nicole Bateman talks modern factories and regional cooperation in economic development
July 24, 2026 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about modern factories, becoming the Vice Chair of the IEDA Board, regional cooperation, and iFAB c...
Jul 24, 2026
LISTEN: The rise of extravagance for showers, weddings, and dances with Angela Foulke
July 24, 2026 - Angela Foulke joined Byers & Co to talk about her concert going experience, technology and scams, and how weddings, showers, and dances have grown in extravagance. Listen to the po...
Jul 24, 2026
LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the MLB trade deadline and the debut of the new U of I video board
July 24, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the approaching MLB trade deadline and the upcoming debut of the video board at Gies Memorial Stadium at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Listen to ...
Jul 24, 2026
LISTEN: DPS 61 Superintendent Dr. Nicole Nash Moody on summer preparations and available positions in the district
July 24. 2026 - DPS 61 Superintendent Dr. Nicole Nash Moody joined Byers & Co to talk about how she and her family are acclimating to Decatur, her preparation for the upcoming school year, student...
Jul 24, 2026
Dueling Pianos for Scouting Set for Aug. 6 at Children's Museum of Illinois
July 23, 2026 - The 4th annual Dueling Pianos for Scouting will take place Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the Children's Museum of Illinois in Decatur. The event will feature a performance by Fun Pianos...
Jul 23, 2026
Decatur to Host 43rd Annual National Night Out at Dansby Park on August 4
July 23, 2026 - The City of Decatur, the Coalition of Neighborhood Organizations (CONO) and its National Night Out Committee are inviting residents to attend the 43rd Annual National Night Out on Tues...
Jul 23, 2026
Registration Opens for Decatur Leadership Institute Class of 2026
July 23, 2026 - Registration is now open for the Decatur Leadership Institute's Class of 2026. Facilitated by the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce, the 14-week program is designed to prepare parti...
Jul 23, 2026
LISTEN: The Moments remembers Ron Rivera at the Decatur Celebration in 1996
July 23, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments of the show's first live event in 1996 when Ron Rivera came to the Decatur Celebration. Listen to the podcast now!
Jul 23, 2026
LISTEN: Debbie Bogle details a current contract for deed scam to watch out for
July 23, 2026 - Debbie Bogle of the United Way joined Byers & Co to talk about a new contract for deed scam, 211, and ALICE help for people and businesses. Listen to the podcast now!
Jul 23, 2026
LISTEN: Steve Wright talks Cars and Coffee
July 23, 2026 - Steve Wright joined Byers & Co to talk about Cars and Coffee, their upcoming event at St. Teresa to benefit the WSOY Community Food Drive. Listen to the podcast now!
Jul 23, 2026