March 14, 2025 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about all that the YMCA has to offer. Listen to the podcast now!

March 14, 2025 - Nicole Bateman joined Byers & Co to talk about Tillamook and Ag Tech Week. Listen to the podcast now!

March 14, 2025 - Ag Academy teacher Scott Davison and students Jerome Fyke, Danasia Currie, Dakota McDermith, and Mason McCay, joined Byers & Co to talk about their upcoming forging competition and their experience forging hammers in class. Listen to the podcast now!

March 14, 2025 - Meteorologist JC Fulz joined Byers & Co to detail the hazardous weather expected for the weekend. Listen to the podcast now!

March 13, 2025 - An organization that combines professional wrestling with charitable giving, raising funds and awareness for children battling critical illnesses will hold The Prodigy Projects: Sliderz Showdown to support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital on March 23rd. "The Prodigy Project is once again brin...

March 13, 2025 - The Illinois Department of Employment Security announced that nonfarm payrolls were almost unchanged, down -1,100 (0.0%), while the unemployment rate was unchanged at 4.9 percent in January, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and released by IDES. The Decem...

March 13, 2025 - The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) announced the recipients of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program. A total of $4 million was awarded to 178 fire departments/districts and EMS providers across the state, including over $72,000 for three districts in Macon County. The program was e...

March 13, 2025 -State Senator Doris Turner is inviting residents to attend a senior resource fair on Tuesday, April 22. The event will take place from noon to 2 p.m. at Decatur Public Library, located at 130 N. Franklin St. in Decatur. It is free and open to the public. "The upcoming event will give seniors a one-...

March 12, 2025 -The new Tillamook County Creamery Association's (TCCA) Decatur plant is ramping up it's ice cream production since starting operations in January. The media were invited on a VIP tour of the facility, which is expected to produce 6 million gallons of Tillamook Ice Cream by the end of 2025. The Decatur f...

March 12, 2025 - The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) is advising taxpayers to be vigilant when preparing tax returns in order to avoid several common errors which can lead to delays, rejections, or even penalties. "We encourage taxpayers to file electronically and review their information carefully in order ...

March 12, 2025 - State Senator Doris Turner joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illinois state flag, public education, the current political climate, their mobile DMV event, and a senior health fair. Listen to the podcast now!

March 12, 2025 - Clay Gerhard of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about shows at the Devon, Alice in Wonderland Jr., and Scovill Zoo. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2025 - The nomination window for the 2024 Chamber Awards is now open to recognize the achievements made by local businesses and organizations. Anyone can submit a nomination. Nominations must be for a Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce (DRCC) member business or organization; for individual awards, the nomin...

March 11, 2025 - Natalie Beck of the Heart of Illinois Community Foundation joined Byers & Co to talk about That's What She Said, grants, offering prestigious classes to community organizations, and YLIA. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2025 - Dale Colee joined Byers & Co to talk about Pharmacy Facts with Friends, spring shopping downtown, the impact of the Walgreen's sale, and pharmacy related legislation. Listen to the podcast now

March 11, 2025 - Kyle May of Fleet Feet joined Byers & Co to talk about the community events he attended over the weekend, increased people in store as the weather is getting warmer, upcoming running events, new and sale items in store, and Drive to Survive. Listen to the podcast now!

March 11, 2025 -The Scouts will host the inaugural Decatur Pintwood Derby for adults on Saturday, April 5 to support local scouting programs. The event will be held from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Decatur Brew Works. Individuals and organizations can compete by racing custom-built or purchased pinewood derby cars while suppo...

March 11, 2025 - The American Cancer Society will host "Fork Cancer", a culinary event to help raise funds for cancer research and patient support. The event will be held Thursday, March 20th, 2025 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm at Richland Community College and will feature cuisine prepared by local chefs from various M...

March 10, 2025- Megan Breheny-Bennett, Parish Engagement Coordinator for Holy Family Catholic Church, joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Dan Martini, on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the upcoming Reboot event featuring Chris Stefanick. Listen to the podcast now!

March 10, 2025- Brynn Hanson from Doherty's, joined co-hosts Matt Bennett & Dan Martini, on Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday to talk about the upcoming St. Patrick's Day celebration at the restaurant. Listen to the podcast now!