Radio Monmouth
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Radio MonmouthMay 16, 2024
Collin Watters, Illinois Corn Director of Exports & Logistics
Collin Watters, Illinois Corn Director of Exports & Logistics discusses the importance of trade for Illinois farmers and farmers across the country.
Stephanie Porter, Illinois Soybean Association Outreach Agronomist
Stephanie Porter an Illinois Soybean Association Outreach Agronomist discusses late season soybean planting.
Shelby Carlson, U of I Extension Youth Development Educator
Shelby Carlson, U of I Extension Youth Development Educator, discusses upcoming 4-H BBQ's, upcoming judging contests, and fair deadlines.
Sabrina Wilson with Eagle View Community Health System
Wilson discusses a new provider joining the Eagle View team, the upcoming Health Fair in August, the golf tournament, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Manager Ashlyn Quinn & Young Leader Committee Chair Justin Allaman
Quinn and Allaman discuss the Farm Bill, legislation in the State of Illinois, scholarship recipients, plus upcoming events, including Headshot Happ Hour, Trivia Night Fundraiser, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth Farmers Market & More Held on Fridays Through August
Sharon Stevens and Konstanze Fowler, Monmouth Farmers Market Managers, preview the vendors that will be on hand during the Friday Farmers Markets at the Warren County History Museum from 5 to 7 pm weekly.
Margie Allen and Wes Young, Producers with the Upcoming Choral Dynamics Production 'Rolling in the Deep'
Allen and Young preview the upcoming production of 'Rolling in the Deep,' which will hit The Orpheum Theatre stage Friday, May 31st, Saturday, June 1st, and Sunday, June 2nd.
Jimmy John's Franchise to Open in Monmouth, IL
Area Manager Matt Haberman discusses opening a Jimmy John's in Monmouth on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth Police Department Chief Joe Switzer
Chief Switzer shares call of service, in car and body cameras at the Department, summer driving season, golf cart and non-highway registration stickers, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth Police Department Investigator Josh Kramer
Investigator Kramer discusses the Warren County CrimeStoppers, receiving a state award, plus talks cash prize scams, door to door salesmen, what action to take if you fall victim to a scam, the upcoming FOP Fishing Derby, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
2024 Memorial Day Service
Annual Memorial Day Service from the Monmouth American Legion, featuring Keynote Speaker Esther Joy King.
West Central Heat Softball Season Ends with Loss to Ridgewood in Sectional Championship on 5-25-24
The West Central Heat lose to the Ridgewood Spartans 4-0 in class 1A sectional championship game in Williamsfield.
Lynn Williams; USDA Food Safety Specialist
With the holiday weekend upon us, Lynn Williams with the USDA joins WRAM's Kailey Foster in a discussion about food safety when grilling out.
McDonough District Hospital CEO Bill Murdock and Vice President of Business Strategy Patrick Osterman
Murdock and Osterman discuss volume of population at the hospital, their convenience clinic services, collaborations with surrounding medical care facilities, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Cheri Stanton and Martin Edwards with the Monmouth American Legion
Stanton and Edwards share the Memorial Day Firing Squad schedule on Sunday, May 26th at the local cemeteries, plus preview the Memorial Day Service at the Legion with the Monmouth Municipal Band beginning at 9:30 am followed by the program at 10 am, which can also be heard on AM 1330/FM 95.7 WRAM.
Attorney Zach Vancil with Clark and Glasgow Law Office
Vancil talks criminal defense, joining Clark and Glasgow Law Office, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Sarah Walters with Market Alley Wines
Walters discusses being named Business of the Year with the Monmouth Chamber of Commerce, live music events weekly at MAW, the Downtown Beautification, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Curt Shimmin with the Maple City Antique Tractor Association
Shimmin talks the upcoming 40 mile tractor ride on Saturday June 1st, an Ag in the Classroom fundraiser, plus previews additional summer events with the Maple City Antique Tractor Association on the WRAM Morning Show.
West Central Heat vs. Sterling Newman Central Catholic Lady Comets Softball Sectional Semifinal on 5-22-24
The West Central Heat defeat the Lady Comets 5-0 in the class 1A sectional semifinals in Williamsfield.
2024-25 United FFA Officer Team
Meet the 2024-25 United FFA officer team including Hannah Thompson, president; Meredith Yung, vice president, Leighton Trego, secretary; Nevaeh Bickerton, reporter; Aiden Martin, treasurer; Parker Scott, sentinel; Rose Leary, historian; and Jack Allgeyer, plot chair.
FarmDoc Daily's Carl Zulauf Discusses Average Age of Farmers
Retired Ohio State University Professor and Farm Doc Daily Contributor Carl Zulauf discusses his work looking into the average age of United States Farmers.
Henderson County Sheriff Matt Link, Detective Jacob Marlow, and TRIAD Officer Gary Lucas
Sheriff Link, Detective Marlow, and Officer Lucas discuss a new app based program to provide tips to the department, burglaries, boat safety, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth Fire Chief Casey Rexroat and Chaplain Brad Bone
Chief Rexroat and Chaplain Bone discuss nationwide and local services offered to the department and their families, plus talk hydrant flushing, Memorial Day Weekend, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Bridgeway's Vice President of Behavioral Health Services Stacy Brown
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Brown discusses self care, seeking services, offering support to others, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Advanced Rehab & Sports Medicine Clinic Manager Doug Price
Price talks common injuries and surgeries of the shoulder, as well as posture, muscles, scheduling therapy appointments, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
City of Monmouth Update with City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher and Communications Director Ken Helms
Discussion on the potential weather risk and reminder of when storm sirens are activated locally, Discussion on reports presented by Monmouth Police Chief Joe Switzer and Fire Chief Casey Rexroat, An update on the bid for the parking lot off 1st Street and the progress on the bid for the Downtown Monmouth Streetscape, Discussion on the approval of an Engineering Agreement for a Water Treatment Plant, Update on the 6th Street reconstruction, as well as the Harlem Avenue project, and Discussion on ordinance reading for the vacation of alleyways, calls of service within the City of Monmouth, and the ongoing lead service line project.
4-H Check-In: Alexia Kane & Brooklyn Miller
Alexia Kane & Brooklyn Miller share how they are preparing their 4-H projects for the county fair.
Dr. Ally Braet with Kehoe Eye Care
Dr. Braet talks allergy season, UV protection for the eyes, scheduling school exams for the kids, wearing safety glasses when working outdoors, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Conservation Check-In: Shawnee Sheehan, Warren County SWCD
Shawnee Sheehan, Warren County SWCD shares upcoming events and deadlines.
Galesburg and Knoxville Farmers Market Organizer: Kathy Walker
Farmers market season is here! Kathy Walker, organizer of the Galesburg Farmers Market shares some of the highlights of this year's market as well as introduces the new market coming to Knoxville.
Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Ryan Painter: 'How is Your Retirement Income Taxed?'
Once you’re retired, you will likely need to draw on several types of income for your living expenses. You’ll need to know where these funds are coming from and how much you can count on, but you should also be aware of how this money is taxed — because this knowledge can help you plan and budget for your retirement years.
Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce Director Andrea Monroe & Member of the Maple City Area Partnership Leadership Team Chris Gavin
Monroe and Gavin discuss the upcoming golf outing, goals of the Maple City Area Partnership, including housing, jobs, and available resources, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth-Roseville Titans vs. Rockridge Rockets Baseball Regional Championship on 5-18-24
The Monmouth-Roseville Titans take on Rockridge in a class 2A regional championship at Princeton High School.
United Red Storm vs. Illini Bluffs Tigers Baseball Regional Championship on 5-18-24
The United Red Storm take on Illini Bluffs for a class 1A regional championship at United High School.
West Central Heat Softball Claim 1A Regional and Third Straight Sectional Appearance
The West Central Heat defeat the Fulton Steamers 10-0 in six innings to win 3rd straight regional and send themselves to the Williamsfield sectional tournament.
Denny Brown Previews the 32 Annual Aledo Rhubarb Festival
The 32 annual Rhubarb Festival returns to Aledo June 7th and 8th. Denny Brown shares what visitors can expect with this year's festival.
Trevor Davies with McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory
Davies was named Citizen of the Year through the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, plus talks business at McGuire and Davies Funeral Home, and his position with the Illinois Funeral Directors Association on the WRAM Morning Show.
Chuck Steck and Charlie Steck with Revolution Bowl in Roseville
Chuck and Charlie talk the transformation of the former Roseville Lanes and Diner to Revolution Bowl, offered lunch and dinner specials, open and league bowling, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Major Gifts Officer for the Foundation at OSF HealthCare Tyler Sherwood
Sherwood shares his role with OSF HealthCare, the current focus of obtaining gifts, including Bushels of Hope and working to equip local children with the strong Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math skills on the WRAM Morning Show.
Warren County Board Chairman Mike Pearson and Buildings & Grounds Committee Chair Sean Cavanaugh
Pearson and Cavanaugh provide an update on the progress of the masonry project at the Warren County Courthouse, discuss the purchase of body cameras for the police force, delay of taxes, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
4-H Check-In: Danica Lambert
Danica Lambert shares how she is preparing her 4-H project for the county fair.
Extension Specialist Dr. Teresa Steckler on Asian Longhorned Ticks
Extension Specialist Dr. Teresa Steckler discusses the detection of Asian longhorned ticks in Illinois and the impact the pests have on livestock.
Dame Fine Coffee Owner Dillan Vancil
Vancil talks expansions, available products, and more with Dame Fine Coffee on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth-Roseville Superintendent Ed Fletcher
Superintendent Fletcher discusses the FFA summer leadership trip, students receiving Seal of Biliteracy Accommodations, student recognition for the Illinois Principal's Association breakfast, Excellence in Education awards, graduation, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Jamieson Community Center Executive Director Nancy Mowen
Director Mowen shares the success of the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, previews the Annual Halfway to Freezing for Food, items in the greatest need, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth-Roseville Titan Girls Soccer Claim Program's First Regional Title!!
The Monmouth-Roseville Titans defeat Beardstown 1-0 to win program's first regional title. Daniella Carmona's penalty kick with 11 minutes left is the game's only goal.
American Carbon Alliance CEO Tom Buis
Tom Buis, CEO of the American Carbon Alliance discusses the benefits of carbon capture projects on commodity prices and discusses the newly launched SAF Coalition.
Carl Sandburg College Kang Hee Hong
Carl Sandburg College Director of Workforce Development and Community Education Kang Hee Hong details youth summer camps and SkillsUSA Illinois State Champions.
Warren County Public Library Youth Services Librarian Mindy Newberry
Newberry discusses the Summer Reading Program at the Warren County Public Library and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Founder of Solvera Health Phil Caplis and Chief Operating Officer Robin Henry
Caplis and Henry discuss available services, savings on prescription medications, physicians, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.