Category Archives: News

January 14, 2021 - The United Way of Illinois is launching a '21 Week Equity Challenge' next week. Following a year of unrest and strife, this free, online learning program will provide lessons and re...

January 13, 2021 - Lake Decatur's low water levels have shown people that there is a need for cleanup below the dam. Local resident Steve Nichols has started a Facebook group to bring volunteers toget...

January 13, 2021 - An emergency rule for businesses to enforce masks and social distancing in Illinois stands after a 12 member panel of lawmakers failed to block an emergency mask rule. Some wanted t...

January 13, 2021 - ADM today announced it has been named a winner in the 2021 BIG Innovation Awards presented by the Business Intelligence Group, which recognizes organizations and people bringing new...

January 13, 2021 - The Illinois House has elected its first Black speaker to replace the longest-serving legislative leader in modern U.S. history. Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch will take over the gavel ...

January 13, 2021 - The Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for their Chamber Annual Awards. Winners this year will be selected in each of these seven categories: Entrepre...

January 13, 2021 - The Decatur Family YMCA purchased nine Aerus Guardian air purification systems to help combat viruses and airborne contaminates - including the COVID-19 virus. Cleared by the FDA to...

January 13, 2021 - The Illinois Department of Public Health is now reporting coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination data on its website, with data to be updated daily and additional data to be pro...

January 13, 2021 - Scott Morgan of Springfield Clinic joined Byers & Co to talk about his path to becoming a urologist, kidney stones, and tips to better health.

January 13, 2021 -Tomorrow, the Decatur Municipal Officers Electoral Board will meet to hear an objection to a recent petition for an advisory referendum on the sale of marijuana. The Electoral Board ...