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Decatur Police increase enforcement efforts for the holidays, says "No excuses will be accepted."
December 23, 2025 -The Decatur Police Department has joined forces with the Illinois Department of Transportation for the "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" and "Drive High, Get a DUI" enforcement campa...
Dec 23, 2025
NORAD Prepares to Track Santa's Christmas Eve Journey
December 23, 2025 -For decades, children and families around the country have relied on one of the most magical holiday traditions: tracking Santa Claus as he delivers presents on Christmas Eve. This ...
Dec 23, 2025
Still time to get in those Christmas wishes at the Santa House in Central Park
December 23, 2025 - There is still time to get your Christmas wishes to Santa! The Santa House, located in the Transfer House in Central Park in downtown Decatur, will be open today,Tuesday, December ...
Dec 23, 2025
Decatur Police say simple steps can help keep homes safe during holiday travel
December 23, 2025 - With many families traveling during the holidays, The Decatur Police are reminding residents to take a few simple precautions to protect their homes while they're away. While most ...
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Children's Museum to host Happy Noon Year
December 23, 2025 - The Childrens Museum of Illinois will once again host "Happy Noon Year" at the museum for children and families on Decemeber 31st. The event runs 10am - 2pm with the annual balloon...
Dec 23, 2025
Don't let holiday leftovers become the gift that keeps giving: Holiday food safety tips
December 23, 2024 -The holiday season is a time for family gatherings and large meals, but it also brings an increased risk of foodborne illness if leftovers are not handled properly. Health officials...
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LISTEN: Young Leaders in Action detail their grant program for helping meet basic needs for students
December 23, 2025 - Young Leaders in Action students, Will Grohne of Mt. Zion, Arya Sojitra of Maroa-Forsyth, and Heath Allen of Sangamon Valley, along with Temethia Joyner, joined Byers & Co to t...
Dec 23, 2025
LISTEN: Mark Tupper on the Illini's blowout win in the Braggin' Rights Game and the NFL slate for the holiday weekend
December 23, 2025 - Mark Tupper talks about the Illini's Braggin' Rights blowout win over Missouri and the full holiday slate of NFL games. Listen to the podcast now!
Dec 23, 2025
Listen: Last minute holiday shopping with Kyle May of Fleet Feet
December 23, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about holiday shopping, upcoming events, and new product availability. Listen to the podcast now!
Dec 23, 2025
Illinois Conservation Foundation releases 2025 state park ornament
December 22, 2025 -The Illinois Conservation Foundation has announced the release of its 2025 collectible Illinois state park holiday ornament, featuring the iconic bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln re...
Dec 22, 2025