Category Archives: News

LISTEN: Workforce Investment's Rocki Wilkerson discusses resources for Akorn employees on Byers & Co
February 23, 2023 - Rocki Wilkerson of Workforce Investment Solutions joined Byers & Co to discuss the help available to workers affected by the Akorn closure. Listen to the podcast now! Workforce...
Feb 23, 2023

LISTEN: Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe discusses the closure of Akorn on Byers & Co
February 23, 2023 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to discuss the situation with Akorn Pharmaceuticals and the resources available from the city to the employees affected. Listen to the...
Feb 23, 2023

LISTEN: Mark Reynolds on Thee Morris Code
February 22, 2023- Mark Reynolds, DPS 61 School Board candidate joined host Dr. Juanita Morris on Thee Morris Code to talk about his candidacy, the importance of literacy, accountability, and advocacy...
Feb 22, 2023

Decatur Park District to host "Supper with a Side of Soul" to benefit special needs choir
February 22, 2023 - The Decatur Park District's Heart and Soul Special Needs Choir are hosting "Supper with a Side of Soul" Friday to benefit the program and spots are still available. The dinner will...
Feb 22, 2023

RCC seeking employers to participate in upcoming career fair
February 22, 2023 - Employers looking to reach job seekers are encouraged to sign up for the Richland Community College Career Fair on Friday March 31st. Richland officials say the fair will give busi...
Feb 22, 2023

Decatur Area Arts Council celebrates Black classical composers
February 22, 2023- In support of February's "Storytellers" gallery exhibit, the Decatur Area Arts Council celebrated Black classical composers at its Midday Music Concert. Midday Music Concerts are he...
Feb 22, 2023

Millikin opens Spring Job fair to those affected by Akorn closure
February 22, 2023 - Millikin University has announced they are invited those workers directly affected by layoffs at Akorn Pharmaceuticals to take part in the University's Spring 2023 Career Fair. The...
Feb 22, 2023

LISTEN: Crossing Healthcare talks campus partnerships and training on Byers & Co
February 22, 2023 - Tanya Andricks, Michelle Senger, and Eternity Jeffro of Crossing Healthcare joined Byers & Co to talk about the intentionally supportive culture of their campus and partnership...
Feb 22, 2023

LISTEN: Millikin University talks high school student opportunities on Byers & Co
February 22, 2023 - Lori Kerans and Dr. Dan Miller of Millikin University joined Byers & Co to detail several upcoming events connecting with high school students throughout the state including th...
Feb 22, 2023

LISTEN: Hickory Point Bank's Peggy Myers and Ed Smith of Habitat for Humanity
February 22, 2023 - Peggy Myers of Hickory Point Bank and Ed Smith of Habitat for Humanity joined Byers & Co for the "Hickory Point Bank Community Invested" segment. Peggy talked about her passion...
Feb 22, 2023