Category Archives: News

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile makes a pit stop at Children's Museum of Illinois
July 14, 2021 - The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile stopped at the Children's Museum of Illinois today, as part of their cross-country tour that also includes Louisiana, Rhode Island, and Montana. The Wiener...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 14, 2021

Bust myths about Bats at Rock Springs' Bats in the Barn event
July 14, 2021 - Learn about nature's only flying mammal at Rock Springs Nature Center during Bats in the Barn on Saturday, July 24 from 7-9 pm. Attendees will sort out the difference between bat fact ...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 14, 2021

State Treasurer announces grant eligibility for small non-profits
July 13, 2021 - Small non-profit organizations in Illinois that assist individuals with food, housing, workforce, and economic development are eligible for a grant of up to $20,000 each, Illinois Stat...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

Illinois Department of Labor announces steeper penalties for businesses that do not follow Wage Payment and Collection Act
July 13, 2021 - The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) today announced that employers in Illinois that don't adhere to rules outlined in the Wage Payment and Collection Act are now subject to larger ...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

Governor Pritzker announces an $8 million expansion of the Apprenticeship Illinois program
July 13, 2021 - Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today announced an $8 million expansion of the Apprenticeship Illinois program. Through a N...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

LISTEN: Tonya Saloman of Neuhoff Media in Danville
July 13, 2021 - Tonya Saloman of Neuhoff Media in Danville joined Byers & Co to talk about the Just a Roam Away promotion and what Danville has to offer visitors.
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

LISTEN: Lauren Young previews Pharmacy Facts with Friends
July 13, 2021 - Lauren Young joined Byers & Co to talk about vaccination clinics and previews Pharmacy Facts with Friends that will feature talk on programs at Richland Community College and the A...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

LISTEN: US Congressman Rodney Davis
July 13, 2021 - US Congressman Rodney Davis joined Byers & Co to talk about the possibility of running for governor, the infrastructure deal, statues, and politics.
Michelle Mitchell Jul 13, 2021

Tate & Lyle Sells Controlling Stake of North American and Latin American Businesses to KPS
July 12, 2021- KPS Capital Partners, LP announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement with Tate & Lyle PLC to acquire a controlling stake in its Primary Products business in N...
Jul 13, 2021

Learn about heirloom gardening and native plants at Rock Springs Garden Tour
July 12, 2021 - Did you know Rock Springs is home to multiple gardens? These gardens are cooperative efforts of Macon County Conservation District, Master Gardeners, and Master Naturalists. Enjoy a lo...
Michelle Mitchell Jul 12, 2021