Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Millikin's Paul Lidy talks alumni engagement on Byers & Co.
July 26, 2023 - Paul Lidy of Millikin University joined Byers & Co. to talk about the university's recent alumni engagement, especially with the Class of 2023. Listen to the podcast now!
Jul 26, 2023

LISTEN: Community Invested with Hickory Point Bank and James Millikin Homestead
July 26, 2023 - Karla Miller of Hickory Point Bank and Ann-Marie Hillyer of the James Millikin Homestead joined Byers & Co. for the bank's monthly "Community Invested" segment. The bank supports t...
Jul 26, 2023

LISTEN: Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District on Byers & Co.
July 26, 2023 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co. to talk about the week's high temperatures, golf at the Park District, and upcoming shows at The Devon. Listen to the p...
Jul 26, 2023

Veterans and Gold Star Families Day at State Fair slated for August 13
July 25, 2023 - The Illinois State Fair, in cooperation with with the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs, will welcome veterans and their families to enjoy a free day at the fair on Sunday, Augus...
Jul 25, 2023 Illinois State Fair // Illinois.gov

217 Wiffle Ball Classic returning for 8th year next week
July 25, 2023 - The 217 Wiffle Ball Classic, an annual fundraiser dedicated to furthering research for Alzheimer's disease and supporting local treatment programs, will return to a backyard off of Los...
Jul 25, 2023 217 Wiffle Ball Classic // Facebook

Macon County Fairgrounds hosting Christian Music Festival August 26
July 25, 2023 - The Macon County Fairgrounds will soon host a day of Christian music, featuring local, regional and national talent. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, artists including Av...
Jul 25, 2023 John Price / Unsplash

Gov. Pritzker expands derecho-related disaster proclamation to Macon County
July 25, 2023 - Gov. JP Pritzker announced today the disaster proclamation related to the severe weather that tore through the state June 29 through July 4 will be expanded to include 13 additional co...
Jul 25, 2023

Ursula Beck Pro Tennis Classic returning to Decatur for 25th year
July 25, 2023 - The annual Ursula Beck Pro Tennis Classic, a USTA Pro Circuit tournament, is set to return to Decatur for its 25th year. Balls will fly at the Fairview Tennis Center starting Monday, J...
Jul 25, 2023

HSHS names new Senior VP and Chief Physician Executive
July 25, 2023 - The Hospital Sisters Health System named its new Senior Vice President and Chief Physician Executive yesterday. Kevin Lewis, MD, CPE, FAASM, will begin his new role on August 28, overs...
Jul 25, 2023

LISTEN: Community Foundation discusses honoring Vinnie and Debra Barbee on Byers & Co
June 25, 2024 - Rachel Moran of the Community Foundation and Vinnie and Debra Barbee joined Byers & Co to talk about the Do Something Great Awards and the Barbee's commitment to serving the commun...
Jul 25, 2023