July 4, 2025 - The Village of Forsyth marked a major milestone Friday morning with the official grand opening and ribbon cutting of two new disc golf courses at Forsyth Park, celebrating a yearlong collaboration aimed at expanding recreation opportunities and elevating the community's presence in the sport of disc golf...

July 4, 2026 - Nearly 1,800 people across five central Illinois communities logged more than 175,000 miles during the Memorial Health Mindful Miles Walking Challenge, promoting physical activity and mental well-being throughout the month of May. Participants from Decatur, Jacksonville, Lincoln, Springfield and Taylorvi...

July 4, 2026 - St. Teresa High School is offering a series of youth sports camps this summer, giving area students opportunities to develop skills in basketball, football and baseball ahead of the upcoming school year. The first camp on the schedule is the St. Teresa Bulldogs Basketball Camp, set for July 16-17. The ca...

July 2, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments of the 2008 Partners in Education event and Partners' Salute Award. Listen to the podcast now!

July 2, 2026 - Mark Tupper talks about the streaky Chicago Cubs and some Illini basketball notes from coach Brad Underwood's media appearance. Listen to the podcast now!

July 2, 2026 - Former mayor Paul Osborne joined Byers & Co to talk about American pride, journalism, and the newspaper industry. Listen to the podcast now!

July 1, 2026- DCLI Interns Brison Roberts and Aiven Walker joined co-hosts Dr. Juanita Morris & Dr. Jeremy Morris on Thee Morris Code to talk about their summer internship and their experiences headed into college and highschool. Listen to the podcast now!

July 1, 2026 - The Decatur Public Library and Decatur Public Schools are among Central Illinois recipients of state grant funding aimed at strengthening library services, literacy programs and student learning. State Sen. Doris Turner announced that more than $475,000 has been awarded to 10 public libraries and school ...

July 1, 2026 - The City of Decatur, the Coalition of Neighborhood Organizations (CONO) and its National Night Out Committee are inviting residents to attend the 43rd Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Dansby Park. The free community event will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. at the park, located at 2230 W. Ce...

July 1, 2026 - With dangerously high temperatures and humidity expected to continue across Illinois through the holiday weekend and into the remaining weeks of summer, the Illinois Commerce Commission is encouraging residents to take steps to stay cool while keeping energy costs under control. "We want Illinoisans...

July 1, 2026 - Meridian CUSD 15 kindergarten through fifth-grade students will attend classes at the former Stonington Elementary School during the 2026-27 school year as the district continues recovering from storm damage at its Blue Mound campus. District officials said the temporary relocation is intended to provide...

July 1, 2026 - The Boys & Girls Club of Decatur has announced a $750,000 fundraising campaign as it works to strengthen its financial footing following the organization's recent financial challenges. The campaign, called "Decatur Needs Club Kids," seeks donations to support programming, expand services an...

July 1, 2026 - The following is a list of cooling centers that will be open to escape the heat this week. Decatur Civic Center Civic Center, located at #1 Gary K Anderson Plaza in Decatur Open from Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Decatur Public Library 130 N Franklin Street in Decatur Open from Monday-Thursday from 9 a...

July 1, 2026 - Byers & Co remembers the moments of Gallery 510's Celebrities Create event back in 2007 where local celebrities were paired with artists to create art for a fundraising event. Listen to the podcast now!

July 1, 2026 - Millikin University head football coach Billy Riebock joined Byers & Co to talk about summer preparations for his second season at MU, their upcoming golf outing, and camps for kids. Listen to the podcast now!

July 1, 2026 - Tanya Andricks of DMH joined Byers & Co to talk about the Memorial Health Championship golf tournament, life expectancy numbers, health communications, and removing barriers for people seeking health services. Listen to the podcast now!

July 1, 2026 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the passing of Bob Brilley, dance registration, and special attractions at park facilities during the 4th of July weekend. Listen to the podcast now!

June 30, 2026 - The Decatur Family YMCA has officially begun its search for a new Chief Executive Officer, seeking a leader to guide the nearly 150-year-old organization into its next chapter of growth and community impact. According to the YMCA's executive vacancy announcement, the organization is looking for a "...

June 30, 2026 - The Salvation Army of Decatur will host its first annual Red Kettle Car Show on Saturday, July 11, bringing together classic cars, modern vehicles and community members to support local outreach programs. The family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 229 W. Main Street...

June 30, 2026 - The Heart of Illinois Community Foundation has named Alyse Knust as its new Chief Development Officer, with her appointment taking effect July 13. Knust will lead the Foundation's development, donor engagement, planned giving and philanthropic growth efforts across Macon, Piatt and Moultrie counties. Sh...