Radio Monmouth

Forde discusses the April 11 WASDE Report, commodity trade, and crop and livestock markets.

Butcher previews the upcoming Furry Friends Fundraising event at the Monmouth American Legion on Saturday, April 20th, provides an update on the rescue, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Hilton discusses National Volunteer Week at OSF Holy Family Medical Center and the numerous services they have their hands in, plus talks growth in provided services and faculty on the WRAM Morning Show.

Pearson and Cavanaugh share the latest from the Warren County Board meeting, including the projected totals of sales tax for the future jail, passing on a proposal from a battery storage company, union contracts, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Mowen shares Jamieson Community Center has purchased the former Tom & Linda's Grocery Store, the hiring of a new director for the child care center, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Hutchings previews the upcoming instrumental and vocal ensemble, the Sandburg choir concert on May 3rd, the annual Student Art Show on display in the gallery, the Theater Festival taking place April 26th and 27th, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Diane Fedorow with Warren County Home and Community Education shares the details of the First Annual Spring Flea Market and Craft & Bake Sale on Saturday, April 20th from 9 am to 2 pm at the Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau building in Monmouth.

Discussion on National Public Safety Telecommunication Week and siren meanings during severe weather locally, Monmouth Fire and Police Department monthly reports at the Monmouth City Council meeting, covering trainings and new hires, Discussion on approved bids for the demolition of two properties in Monmouth and the amended General Fund budget and TIF Districts, Requests from City residents on constructing garages and the approval by City Council of the $39.1 million budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, and An update on the former Shopko location and future development projects within the City of Monmouth.

Mann talks Child Abuse Prevention Month, upcoming Hands Around the Courthouse events in Monmouth and Galesburg, signs to be on the lookout for, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Aaron Sumrall of Pig Brig discusses the wild pig problem and how the Midwest could be impacted.

Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems Tasha Bunting discusses large animal vet shortages and the IVET program.

Woehler and Cooper share their 2023 numbers in transporting animals to no kill shelters, discuss an upcoming event, volunteers, before switching gears to LSI Accounting and reminding of tax filing day deadline on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Whitsitt discusses the hiring of a new High School Football Coach, public comments on the addition of Junior High Football, rehires and new hires for the next school year, graduation, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The West Central Heat host the GCS Lions in Stronghurst.

Price talks balance, vertigo, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), and how physical therapy can assist on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Knox College Prairie Fire at Glasgow Field for a Midwest Conference match up.

Cavanaugh discuss the progress on the Community Day Services building, a retirement and promotion, while Caster touches on her project, the slow progression of dementia and the activities to focus on to reduce symptoms on the WRAM Morning Show.

Quick discusses an upcoming weekend class, ongoing exhibitions at the BCA, membership opportunities, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Fletcher provides an update on curriculum for the district, involvement in the IESA and IHSA, discusses the relocation of Junior High football games to Sunny Lane Field, SAT and ACT testing, graduation, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

McKeown talks business at IHC Heating & Cooling in the Monmouth area, preparing for the warmer temperatures, getting those air conditioners running, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Nieman shares on the WRAM Morning Show what got her into performing and acting, plus previews her upcoming show, free and open to the public, on Sunday, April 14th at 2 pm inside Dahl Chapel on the Monmouth College campus.

We all hope to remain healthy and independent throughout our lives – but life can be unpredictable. If you were ever to need some type of long-term care, would you be financially prepared?

Springer discusses the high school CEO trade show, the Youth Workforce SkillsUSA competition, the upcoming annual meeting, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The United Red Storm take on Abingdon-Avon in a Lincoln Trail Conference West Division match up.

Director Gaither discusses upcoming events including a Business After Hours event, the local high school CEO entrepreneur program, the local elected officials' luncheon, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the Galesburg Silver Streaks for a non-conference game at Sunny Lane Field.

Discussion on the Public Budget hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for the City of Monmouth, including property tax rates and pension payments, the power grid, supply, infrastructure, and housing needs local municipalities are seeing the greatest need for, Public Works Department and Building and Zoning reports on demolition bids and yard waste pickup, plus a request by Freedom Ride for a 5K Walk and Fun Run, Midwest Pet Foods request on a temporarily street closure while replacing their roof and the design of creating a parking lot off Market Alley and 1st Street, the approval of bid for reconstruction of North 6th Street, and an update on the Downtown Monmouth construction project.

Michelle Thomas previews the upcoming Rileystrong 5K Color Run and Kids Fun Run on August 24th in honor of her daughter Riley, plus touches on the St. Jude's Memphis to Peoria run, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

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Best and Cavanaugh share the focus of the Monmouth Kiwanis Club, previews the upcoming Pancake and Sausage breakfast at the Monmouth American Legion, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Chief Rexroat and Firefighter Osborn discuss their calls of service during the month of February, department trainings, service anniversaries, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the United Red Storm at Monmouth Park.

Wilson and Bolte discuss an upcoming Summer Med School camp at Recharge Teen Center, the golf tournament in June, bringing awareness to alcohol awareness month during April, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Quinn and Armstrong discuss the release of the first planting intensions report, getting in the fields this spring, Young Leaders kickoff event, scholarship interviews, wrap up the Women In Ag Conference, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The second round of the 2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtables kicked off Wednesday morning with ag leaders across the state of Illinois. Listen to remarks from Krista Swanson, Evan Hultine, Grant Strom, Ken Quinn, Ken McMillan, Wendell Shauman, Ashlyn Quinn, Duane Bonifer, Brenden Marshall, Dan Bowman, Thad Tharp, and WRAM’s Vanessa Wetterling.

Topics of discussion will include Crop Marketing, Propositions Affecting Pig Farmers, Carbon Capture, Global Exports, Food Labeling, and Next Generation Farms.

The second round of the 2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtables kicked off Wednesday morning with ag leaders across the state of Illinois. Listen to remarks from Krista Swanson, Evan Hultine, Grant Strom, Ken Quinn, Ken McMillan, Wendell Shauman, Ashlyn Quinn, Duane Bonifer, Brenden Marshall, Dan Bowman, Thad Tharp, and WRAM’s Vanessa Wetterling.

Topics of discussion will include Crop Marketing, Propositions Affecting Pig Farmers, Carbon Capture, Global Exports, Food Labeling, and Next Generation Farms.

Congressman Sorensen on the WRAM Morning Show.

McMillan discusses the optimism of the 2024 economy, including the stock market, inflation, COVID dollars, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Hardin discusses interest rates, using Apple and Google pay, lines of credit, financial education, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Mike Downey, Co-Owner Next Generation Ag Advocates joins the WRAM Morning show to discuss farm succession planning.

The first round of the 2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtables kicked off Tuesday morning with ag leaders across the state of Illinois. Listen to remarks from Mike Adams, Chris Gavin, Ron Moore, Rob Elliott, David Zimmerman, Jake Armstrong, Representative Dan Swanson, Senator Mike Halpin, Senator Neil Anderson, Holly Spangler, Rich DeSchepper, and WRAM’s Vanessa Wetterling. Part two: Topics of discussion include the upcoming planting season, immigration, the Farm Bill, land prices, and more.

The first round of the 2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtables kicked off Tuesday morning with ag leaders across the state of Illinois. Listen to remarks from Mike Adams, Chris Gavin, Ron Moore, Rob Elliott, David Zimmerman, Jake Armstrong, Ashlyn Quinn, Representative Dan Swanson, Senator Mike Halpin, Senator Neil Anderson, Holly Spangler, Rich DeSchepper, and WRAM’s Vanessa Wetterling. Part one: Topics of discussion include Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Carbon Markets, and Legislation Impacting Farmers.

Chief Switzer discusses the ongoing Downtown Square construction, calls of service during the month of February, golf cart stickers, their vehicle fleet, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Investigator Kramer discusses ongoing scams impacting the local community to be on the lookout for, including malware and email scams, IRS and tax scams, door to door and home improvement scams, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Country Financial's Michael Moore and spoke at the Tri-County Cattlemen's Forum about risk management for livestock.

Osterman and Murdock discuss the process of securing a CEO for the hospital, secession planning, free testing kits, their retail pharmacy, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Baby chick season is here at People's Do It Center! Store manager Steve Koss highlights chick season and spring time deals on the WRAM Ag Hour.

Painter discusses inflation, interest rates, expectations in the financial world, real estate fads, stocks and bonds, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Gerald Mashange from the University of Illinois Department of Agriculture and Consumer Economics discusses his work looking into interest rates in agriculture.

Dr. Elsharoud discusses family medicine, obstetrics, and gynecology services at OSF Holy Family Medical Center, talks growing up in Egypt, when to schedule an appointment with your doctor, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.