We’re joined by Brian Bretsch from Ameren Illinois to talk about spring storm preparation and how Ameren crews respond when severe weather hits the region. We’ll discuss what goes into restoring power after storms, how crews prioritize outages, and what residents can do to...
Kristen Burns , Executive Director of Wood River Main Street , joins the show to talk about the latest happenings in downtown Wood River. We’ll discuss upcoming events, new businesses opening in the district, and the continued development efforts aimed at bringing more energy and opportunity...
We’re joined by Curtis Stephens of Stephens Planning and Liz Heller from Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli to discuss their upcoming event and the importance of thoughtful financial and estate planning. We’ll learn more about the services Stephens Planning provides, how...
Mayor Art Risavy & Cathy Hensley -Communications Coordinator join us as we continue our State of 2026 interview series. We’ll talk about the progress happening in Edwardsville , ongoing projects in the city, and the work being done to support growth, economic development, and qualit...
Kurt Prenzler joins us to share his final thoughts ahead of the upcoming Republican primary for Madison County Clerk . As voters prepare to head to the polls on Tuesday, Prenzler will discuss his background, priorities for the office, and what he believes voters should consider as they make their...
We’re joined by Luke Mickelson , founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace , now recognized as the largest bed-building charity in the world. Since launching the organization in 2012, Luke and thousands of volunteers have helped deliver more than 350,000 beds to children in need , ensuring...
Jackie Duty- Executive Director & Lori Saunders Center Manager join us from Vitality Women's Clinic for the weekly segment highlighting the impact being made throughout the Riverbend. We’ll talk about the work Vitality continues to do in the community, the conversations surrounding women’s...
Emily Jackson joins us from Senior Services Plus to talk about the upcoming Raise a Glove fundraising event set for April 10 . The event brings the community together to support programs that serve seniors throughout the Riverbend. We’ll discuss what attendees can expect, how the...
Sara Bennett joins us from OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center to talk about the upcoming Community Lunch and Learn: Conversations That Connect – Parenting Teens Today. Parenting teenagers can feel like a balancing act between guidance and independence, and Sara will share insight from her work a...
We’re joined by the team from Elite FT- Justin and his daughter Evelyn to talk about the latest offerings at their facility. From training programs to community-focused fitness opportunities, we’ll break down how they’re helping people across the region stay active, motivated, and...
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