Category Archives: News

Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp gives tribute to life-saving actions of Howard Buffett
July 20, 2021 - Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp gave tribute to the recent life-saving actions of his Undersheriff, Howard Buffett. Kettelkamp explained that, while on a humanitarian mission...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Rock Springs hosting Summer Prairie Hike
July 20, 2021 - Enjoy a leisurely walk during a Summer Prairie Hike at Rock Springs Conservation Area on Sunday, July 25 at 2 pm. Join a naturalist for a hike through a restored prairie, and learn abo...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

Community Foundation of Macon County announces 2021 Do Something Great honorees
July 20, 2021 - The Community Foundation of Macon County has announced the 2021 Do Something Great honorees. The full list of honorees is listed below. Award for Excellence in Inclusion Evelyn Hood, A...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

LISTEN: Howard G. Buffett and Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp
July 20, 2021 - Howard G. Buffett and Christian County Sheriff Bruce Kettelkamp joined Byers & Co to talk about the similarities in struggles between Macon and Christian Counties, a rescue on the ...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 20, 2021

WATCH: Week 4 of the WSOYMCA Challenge
July 19, 2021 -Catch up with the WSOYMCA Challenge teams as they wrap up week 4 and start week 5! Watch the video now! https://youtu.be/zcH0VXm-ZqM
Jul 19, 2021

New law ensures children can operate a lemonade stand without permit or license
July 19, 2021 - Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill into law that ensures children younger than 16 can operate a lemonade stand without a government permit or license. Senate Bill 119 or Hayli's Law,...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021

First Gig Rock N Roll Camp returning to Millikin for 7th year
July 19, 2021 - First Gig is a day camp for kids aged 10-17 that offers a real "rock n roll experience". During the week-long camp, kids are taught the fundamentals of Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Drums, Rec...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021

New legislation will provide dental services in Illinois schools
July 19, 2021 - Governor J.B. Pritzker has approved new legislation that will provide Illinois schools with expanded dental services. The new law will provide dental services for students during the s...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021

LISTEN: Mike Abba of Ameren
July 19, 2021 - Mike Abba of Ameren joined Byers & Co to talk about their plan to grow the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles on the main travel corridors, at work, and at home.
Michelle Mitchell Jul 19, 2021

Red Tail Run Clubhouse dedicated to longtime Decatur Park District board member
July 17, 2021 - Former Decatur Park District board member Jack Kenny was a part of the board for 28 years. Now he will be a part of Red Tail Run forever. Yesterday the Red Tail Run Golf Clubhouse was ...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 17, 2021