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ALPLM offers a chance to see signed copy of Emancipation Proclamation
January 6, 2026 - A copy of the Emancipation Proclamation signed by Abraham Lincoln is now on display at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as part of a special exhibit, giving the pu...
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026

ILCC encouranges Illinoisans to try "Dry January"
January 6, 2026 - The Illinois Liquor Control Commission is encouraging Illinoisans to mark the new year with a new challenge: Dry January. Dry January is a one-month sobriety challenge where particip...
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026 Adam Jaime / Unsplash

LISTEN: Natalie Beck on 2025 for the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation and looks forward to 2026
January 6, 2026 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about her trip to Australia, their busy 2025, the African American Heritage Trail, and goals ...
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026

LISTEN: Dale Colee details reduced prices and shortages for popular medications
January 6, 2026 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to preview Pharmacy Facts with Friends and to talk about the reduced prices and shortage of some popular medications. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026

LISTEN: Mark Tupper on ISU's heartbreaking FCS Championship loss and the impact of the college football portal on the Illini
January 6, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about Illinois State's heartbreaking loss in the FCS National Championship and the craziness of the college football transfer portal including how it is impacting t...
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026

LISTEN: Kyle May details end of year deals and new year products at Fleet Feet
January 6, 2026 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about the end of the year, sales on products, new products, running events, and nutrition. Listen to the podcast now!
Lindsay Romano Jan 06, 2026

LISTEN: Kyle Karsten & Amy Bliefnick on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday
January 5, 2026 -Kyle Karsten & Amy Bliefnick from Macon Resources Inc., joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Megan Breheny-Bennett on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the impact ...
Lindsay Romano Jan 05, 2026

LISTEN: Tanya Melendez on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday
January 5, 2026 - Tanya Melendez, Executive Director at Good Samaritan Inn joined co-hosts Michael Breheny & Megan Breheny-Bennett on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday, to talk about the impact of...
Lindsay Romano Jan 05, 2026

Temporary Visitor Restrictions in Effect for Memorial Health Hospitals to Help Prevent Spread of Respiratory Illnesses
January 5, 2026 - Memorial Health is implementing temporary visitor restrictions at its five hospitals to curb the spread of respiratory illnesses. HSHS St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur as well as other...
Lindsay Romano Jan 05, 2026

Holiday Gift Cards: Know Your Rights and What to Do With Unwanted Ones
January 5, 2026 -As the holiday season wraps up, gift cards remain one of the most common presents exchanged, but they often go unused. Illinois consumers should know that state law offers strong prot...
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