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Warren County Senior 4H Judging Teammates Logan Corzatt and Aubrey Killey
Logan Corzatt and Aubrey Killey represent the Warren County Senior 4H Judging team as they discuss their judging team experience, accomplishments and upcoming completions.
Chief Operating Officer with Solvera Health Robin Henry
Henry discusses primary care physicians at the clinics, children's vaccinations, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth Fire Department Chief Casey Rexroat and Assistant Chief Craig Cozadd
Chief Rexroat and Assistant Chief Cozadd talk trainings, calls of service, hydrant flushing, safety on the roadways this planting season, being alert while driving in the construction areas in Monmouth on Harlem and the Public Square, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Recharge Teen Center Coordinator Amy Rogers & Assistant Coordinator Jess Ferguson
Rogers and Ferguson provide an update on the Recharge Teen Center in Monmouth, the available activities for the teens, previews the upcoming Rummage Sale, summer hours, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
WIRC Community Service Public Relations Director Jamie Roth & Domestic Violence Children’s Counselor Kearra
Jamie and Kearra talk National Child Abuse Prevention and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, identifying the signs, reporting cases, plus discuss the importance of the Hands Around the Courthouse events, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Earth Day with Warren County SWCD's Shawnee Sheehan
Warren County Soil and Water Conservation District's Shawnee Sheehan talks all about Earth Day and conservation practices.
State Climatologist Trent Ford Discusses Planting Season Predictions
Planting season is here for many area farmers. State Climatologist Trent Ford talks about recent weather incidents as well as climate patterns for the spring and summer seasons.
West Central Heat vs. Abingdon-Avon Tornadoes Softball on 4-19-24
The Abingdon-Avon Tornadoes host the West Central Heat for a Lincoln Trail Conference game in Abingdon.
West Central Superintendent Stacey Day
Superintendent Day shares good news items from the recent Board of Education Meeting where students raised money for the Angel Tree and American Heart Association, discusses the hiring of new music instructors, the middle school play, a new athletic facility in the future, prom, graduation, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Warren County Sheriff Martin Edwards
Sheriff Edwards talks sharing the roads and slowing down as slow moving equipment and trucks will be on the roadways as planting season gets underway, reminds everyone of locking up their items and garages and homes to deter thefts, discusses the opioid crisis, motorcycle awareness month, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Market Update with River Valley Cooperative's Cody Forde
Forde discusses the April 11 WASDE Report, commodity trade, and crop and livestock markets.
Jean Butcher with Western Illinois Animal Rescue
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.
Manager of Community Resources with OSF HealthCare Stephanie Hilton
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.
Warren County Board Chairman Mike Pearson & Buildings and Grounds Chairman Sean Cavanaugh
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.
Jamieson Community Center Executive Director Nancy Mowen
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.
Associate Dean of Humanities & Fine Arts and Assistant Professor of Music at Carl Sandburg College James Hutchings
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.
1st Annual Spring Flea Market, Craft & Bake Sale April 20th
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.
City of Monmouth Update with Mayor Rod Davies, City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher, and Communications Director Ken Helms
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.
Blue Ribbon Task Force Chairperson Jill Mann
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 Discusses Ferral Hogs in the Midwest
Aaron Sumrall of Pig Brig discusses the wild pig problem and how the Midwest could be impacted.
Illinois Farm Bureau's Tasha Bunting Discusses Vet Shortages
Illinois Farm Bureau Director of Commodity Programs and Food Systems Tasha Bunting discusses large animal vet shortages and the IVET program.
Brandy Woehler & Phil Cooper with Freedom Ride Animal Rescue
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.
United Superintendent Jeff Whitsitt
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.
West Central Heat vs. Galesburg Christian School Lions Baseball on 4-11-24
The West Central Heat host the GCS Lions in Stronghurst.
Advanced Rehab & Sports Medicine Clinic Manager Doug Price
Price talks balance, vertigo, and benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), and how physical therapy can assist on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth College Fighting Scots vs. Knox College Prairie Fire Baseball on 4-10-24
The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Knox College Prairie Fire at Glasgow Field for a Midwest Conference match up.
Warren Achievement Center Marketing Coordinator Sean Cavanaugh & Monmouth College Intern Anna Caster
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.
Buchanan Center for the Arts Program Coordinator Rebecca Quick
Quick discusses an upcoming weekend class, ongoing exhibitions at the BCA, membership opportunities, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Monmouth-Roseville Superintendent Ed Fletcher
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.
IHC Heating & Cooling Owner Justin McKeown
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.
Singer & Actor Patty Nieman Performing at Dahl Chapel April 14th
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.
Edward Jones Presents Financial Focus with Ryan Painter: What should you know about long-term care?
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?
Knox County Area Partnership President Ken Springer
Springer discusses the high school CEO trade show, the Youth Workforce SkillsUSA competition, the upcoming annual meeting, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
United Red Storm vs. Abingdon-Avon Tornadoes Baseball on 4-6-24
The United Red Storm take on Abingdon-Avon in a Lincoln Trail Conference West Division match up.
Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Pam Gaither
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.
Monmouth-Roseville Titans vs. Galesburg Silver Streaks Baseball on 4-4-24
The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the Galesburg Silver Streaks for a non-conference game at Sunny Lane Field.
City of Monmouth Update with Mayor Rod Davies, Communications Director Ken Helms, and City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher
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.
8th Annual Rileystrong 5K Color Run & Kids Fun Run Set for August
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.
Edward Jones Presents Financial Focus with Ryan Painter: Slow and steady: A smart way to invest
You’ve probably heard stories about fortunate investors who “get in the ground floor” of a new, hot company and quickly make a fortune. But while these things may happen, they are exceedingly rare and often depend on hard-to-duplicate circumstances — and they really don’t represent a viable way of investing for one’s goals. A far more tried-and-true approach is the “slow-and-steady” method. To follow this strategy, consider these suggestions.
Monmouth Kiwanis Club Members Tom Best and Sean Cavanaugh
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.
Monmouth Fire Department Chief Casey Rexroat and Firefighter Tyler Osborn
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.
Monmouth-Roseville Titans vs. United Red Storm Softball on 3-27-24
The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the United Red Storm at Monmouth Park.
Eagle View Community Health System Community Health Worker Sabrina Wilson & Behavioral Health Counselor Amanda Bolte
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.
Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Manager Ashlyn Quinn and President Jake Armstrong
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.
2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtable Day 2 (Part 2)
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.
2024 FS Spring Ag Roundtable Day 2 (Part 1)
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.
Illinois' 17th Congressional District Congressman Eric Sorensen
Congressman Sorensen on the WRAM Morning Show.
Retired Monmouth College Business Professor Ken McMillan
McMillan discusses the optimism of the 2024 economy, including the stock market, inflation, COVID dollars, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.
Community National Bank President Alex Hardin
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
Mike Downey, Co-Owner Next Generation Ag Advocates joins the WRAM Morning show to discuss farm succession planning.