Category Archives: News
Facebook Group Planning Lake Decatur Cleanup
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...
Jan 13, 2021
Emergency Mask Enforcement Rule in Illinois Stands
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...
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ADM Wins 2021 BIG Innovation Award for Unique Probiotic Strain
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...
Jan 13, 2021
IL House Elects First Black Speaker To Replace Madigan
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 ...
Jan 13, 2021
Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce Accepting Nominations for Chamber Awards
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...
Jan 13, 2021
YMCA Installs Air Purification Systems
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...
Jan 13, 2021
IDPH Now Reporting COVID-19 Vaccination Data
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...
Jan 13, 2021
LISTEN: Springfield Clinic Urologist Scott Morgan
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.
Jan 13, 2021
City Electoral Board To Hear Objection To Pot Sale Referendum
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 ...
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How to Dispose of Cardboard Correctly
January 12, 2021 - With Christmas and New Year's over, what do you do with all of the cardboard boxes that have carried all your gifts and packages? More cardboard is being generated by homes rather t...
Jan 12, 2021