January 12, 2026 - Brian Barnhart joined Byers & Co to talk about the Illini's impressive road win over a ranked Iowa team, the College Football Playoff, Nate Scheelhaase as a potential head coach in the NFL, and what will be covered on Monday Morning Quarterbacks. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 12, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about attending and speaking at the National ALICE Summit, DCLI programming in 2026, the adult Community Public Safety Academy, doing the work in Decatur, and DPS 61 3rd grade planting day. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 12, 2026 - Mayor Julie Moore Wolfe joined Byers & Co to talk about a recent zoning change request, working with neighboring communities, recent shootings, and the importance of community issues. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 12, 2026 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to preview Soy City Buzz on First Mid Monday that will include Aric Lee talking sports, Sydney Pottalala of Maroa-Forsyth talking Young CEO, and Forsyth mayor Jim Peck. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 9, 2026 - Nicole Bateman of the Economic Development Corporation joined Byers & Co to talk about a precision fermentation innovation challenge presented by iFAB and Kraft Heinz, the end of 2025, expectations for 2026, attracting businesses to the area, and workforce development. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 9, 2026 - Angela Foulke of the Decatur Family YMCA joined Byers & Co to talk about the business at the Y with people trying to start the year off right with their fitness goals, upcoming programs at the Y, college sports, tv options, and the Flying Illini. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 9, 2026 - Ashley Grayned of DPS 61, and MacArthur and Prep Academy students, Sharrif Bobbitt and Alivia Bray, joined Byers & Co to talk about the growth of the prep academy and how it is helping the students' map out their futures with both a high school diploma and associate's degree achieved during high school. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 8, 2026 - Jim Arndt of Arndt Municipal Support Inc. joined Byers & Co to talk about how his business is consulting with the City of Decatur on their search for the next city manager and gives insight on the timeline and process. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 7, 2026 - Tanya Andricks and Dr. Nadal Aker of Decatur Memorial Hospital joined Byers & Co to talk about Dr. Aker's path to DMH, the people of Decatur, the value of conversations with patients, AI, and modern practices for cardiovascular treatments and care. Listen to the podcast now!

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January 7, 2026 - Dustin Bradshaw and Jamie Gower of the Decatur Park District joined Byers & Co to talk about the upcoming season at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater and to preview the 10 shows already announced. Listen to the podcast now!

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