Category Archives: News
LISTEN: Peggy Myers of Hickory Point Bank Announces 2nd $500 Refresh Winner
December 21, 2020 - Peggy Myers of Hickory Point Bank joined Byers & Co to talk about how historically low interest rates have created a strong housing market and announce the second $500 winner f...
Dec 21, 2020
Another Gold Coin Dropped In Local Salvation Army Kettle
December 20, 2020 - On December 17, 2020, at Walmart North, The Salvation Army found a donation of a full 1 ounce 10 karat gold coin. It was found in a Red Kettle by Lt. Shanell Debela. "It is always ...
Dec 20, 2020
HSHS St. Mary's Appoints Theresa Rutherford as New President and CEO
December 20, 2020 - HSHS St. Mary's Hospital has appointed Theresa Rutherford as its new president and CEO effective January 3rd. Rutherford, RN, MSN, MBA, FACHE comes to St. Mary's from HSHS St. Anth...
Dec 20, 2020
Write In Candidate Triggers Primary for Decatur City Council Election
December 20, 2020 - A candidate who filed intentions to run as a write-in for Decatur City Council has triggered a primary election. Eric Summerlott filed a Declaration of Intent to be a Write-In Cand...
Dec 20, 2020
Decatur Fire Declared Winner of "Gurneys, Guns and Hoses"
December 20, 2020 - A friendly competition between local first responders to raise funds for the Salvation Army has a 2020 winner. "Gurneys, Guns and Hoses", held Dec. 10-12th, raised $14,099.37 with ...
Dec 20, 2020
Two Year Vehicle Registration Will Have to Wait Until Pandemic Subsides
December 20, 2020 - Illinoisans will have to wait until the pandemic subsides to take advantage of the new law allowing for two-year vehicle registration. Enacted in 2018, the legislation enables two-...
Dec 20, 2020
Arts Council Releases Original Christmas Song Dedicated To Decatur
December 20, 2020 - The Decatur Area Arts Council has released an original Christmas song specifically about and for Decatur. The Arts Council says "Christmastime in Soy City" is intended to be a fest...
Dec 20, 2020
Decatur Pokemon Go Group Evolves During Pandemic
December 18, 2020 - Note: The photo used is from a pre-COVID event. Pokemon Go was an undeniable smash hit when it burst onto the scene back in July of 2016. By September of the same year, it had been...
Dec 18, 2020
LISTEN: Aric Lee Discusses the Lead Up to His Final Show
December 18, 2020 - Aric Lee joined Byers & Co to talk about the lead up to his final talk show, reflects back on years of covering high school athletes, and looks forward to his new professional ...
Dec 18, 2020
LISTEN: Principal Holly Kitson of Parsons Discusses Starting a School Day on Facebook Live
December 18, 2020 - Principal Holly Kitson of Parsons joined Byers & Co to talk about their new way of starting their school day on Facebook Live, having pride in her staff, plans to return to in-...
Dec 18, 2020