Category Archives: News

February 3, 2022 - Due to the continuing snowfall and expected cold temperatures, Decatur Public Schools has declared another e-learning day for all students for Friday, February 4, 2022. This means s...

Macon County high school seniors: Need help to pay for college this fall? The deadline is approaching to apply for individual scholarships of up to $6,000 to help fund fall semester 2022 college expen...

February 3, 2022 - Illinois Deputy Governor Andy Manar joined Byers & Co to talk about the State of the State Address by Governor Pritzker and his new job.

February 3, 2022 - Police Chief Shane Brandel joined Byers & Co to talk about the overnight road conditions, the amount of motorist help calls they received, and staffing during hazardous weather.

February 2, 2022 - Governor Pritzker delivered his annual budget address today. His full speech can be listened to below.

February 2, 2022 - When water freezes, the expansion puts pressure on whatever is containing it, including metal or plastic pipes. Even strong pipes can be broken by freezing water. Pipes that freeze ...

February 2, 2022 - U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis announced yesterday that his legislation to honor fallen SPC Jeremy Ridlen has unanimously passed the U.S. House of Representatives. The bill, H.R. 3759, woul...

February 2, 2022 - The snow has come, and if you are anything like me you are not looking forward to standing out in the cold shoveling sidewalks and driveways. Whether you don't want to shovel or you...

February 2, 2022 - Due to the deteriorating roadway conditions as snow continues to fall, Decatur Transit suspended service at 10:00 am this morning. They started this morning bus services along "snow...

February 2, 2022 - In light of the additional projected snowfall during the next 24 hours, Decatur Public Schools has declared another e-learning day for all students for Thursday, February 3, 2022. T...