Category Archives: News

Fall Harvest Festival coming to Rock Springs
September 21, 2021 - Celebrate fall with fun outdoor activities during the Fall Harvest Festival at Rock Springs Conservation Area on Saturday, October 16 from 1 pm to 4 pm. Activities will include 3D...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 21, 2021 Various fresh ripe pumpkins as background, top view. Holiday decoration

LISTEN: Reverend Courtney Carson
September 21, 2021 - Rev. Courtney Carson of Richland Community College joined Byers & Co to talk about a cornhole/bags tournament ahead of the WSOY Community Food Drive and the positive success s...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 21, 2021

Five Points railroad crossing under repair through October 1st
September 20, 2021 - The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that 22nd Street in Decatur (Illinois 121) will be closed from today through Friday, Oct. 1. The closure is necessary to upgrad...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 20, 2021

Prairie Pedal bicycle ride to raise funds for local natural areas and wildlife
September 20, 2021 - Support natural areas and wildlife by riding your bicycle in Prairie Pedal. The Macon County Conservation Foundation will hold this annual bicycling fundraiser event on Sunday, Se...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 20, 2021

Illinois Departments of Agriculture and Labor highlights National Farm Safety and Health Week
September 20, 2021 - With another harvest season beginning, the Illinois Departments of Agriculture (IDOA) and Labor (IDOL) are reminding all farm workers to stay safe, especially during the upcoming ...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 20, 2021 Waist up portrait of senior farmer on field, looking at camera.

LISTEN: Dr. Isaac Zuniga
September 20, 2021 - Dr. Isaac Zuniga joined Byers & Co to talk about a family-friendly event in Fairview Park to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Michelle Mitchell Sep 20, 2021

WATCH: RCC Agriculture Facility
Richland Community College Students will soon be able to enjoy a new Ag facility. Get a sneak peek! https://youtu.be/LXRsRcnwrWo
Sep 17, 2021

Upcoming Macon County Health Department vaccine clinics
September 17, 2021 - The Macon County Health Department (MCHD) is offering the following COVID-19 vaccine clinics for Macon County the week of September 20th: Wednesday, September 22nd, 2021 Location:...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 17, 2021

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois hosting Diamonds & Desserts - Decatur Outdoor Edition
September 17, 2021 - Girl Scouts of Central Illinois presents Diamonds & Desserts, its signature event to raise awareness and funds in the greater Decatur area. This year's event will be held outd...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 17, 2021

Millikin University student organization Big Blue Backpacks begin sixth year of addressing food insecurity
September 17, 2021 - Today at Dennis Lab School, Big Blue Backpacks announced they are extending their efforts and will provide for 80 students at American Dreamer STEM Academy with food each weekend ...
Michelle Mitchell Sep 17, 2021