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Cattleman Hayden Beard At The Knox County Fair

July 14, 2023 21:23 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MB

Cattleman Hayden Beard shares his showing background at the Knox County Fair and his post-college goals.

Young Showman Ali Hinkes Shares Why She Loves Showing Pigs

July 14, 2023 20:00 - 2 minutes - 2.75 MB

After a successful day in the show ring, 9-year-old Ali Hinkes tells WRAM all about her show pigs and why she loves showing.

Hope Flaspohler; Knox County Fair Junior Barrow, and Gilt Show Judge

July 14, 2023 19:52 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MB

The livestock shows continued on Thursday at the Knox County Fair with the Junior Barrow, Market Barrow, and Gilt show. Hope Flaspohler of Batesville Indiana, judged the Junior Barrow, and Gilt Show. She shares what she looks for in the show ring.

Integrous Risk Solutions Chief Operations Officer Brian Morefield

July 14, 2023 15:16 - 16 minutes - 16.4 MB

Morefield highlights what Integrous Risk Solutions entails, talks armed security, situational awareness, and more on the WRAM Morning Show. (Integrous Risk Solutions is a Veteran owned, nationwide company based out of North Carolina. www.integrousrisksolutions.com. Operating in the corporate, private, public, and government sectors, we combine personal attention and a team approach to ensure client safety and security. Integrity drives all our planning and strategy. We are proud, we are str...

Family Practitioner with Solvera Health Serafino Sauro, MD

July 13, 2023 14:10 - 19 minutes - 22.1 MB

Dr. Sauro discusses Lyme Disease, signs and symptoms to identify and treatments on the WRAM Morning Show.

Chris Fleming Shares Tips For Showing Goats

July 12, 2023 19:51 - 5 minutes - 6.12 MB

Chris Fleming was the judge of the American Boer Goat Association and the Illinois Wether Series at the Knox County Fair on Tuesday. Whether it be at a local or national show, he shares some of the things he looks for when he judges goats.

Aubree Killey Shares Insights Into Her Showing Career

July 12, 2023 19:16 - 8 minutes - 7.81 MB

It's fair week and exhibitors are busy preparing for their show. Aubree Killey joined the Noon Ag Hour to discuss her showing career and how she prepares for a show.

What To Expect When Visiting the Knox County Fair

July 12, 2023 14:43 - 3 minutes - 3.49 MB

Lynn Lydic, office manager of the Knox County Fair gives a sneak peek into their 2023 fair week.

Bridgeway's ROSC System of Care Coordinators Leann Courson and Jeff McFadden

July 12, 2023 14:28 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

Courson and McFadden highlight an upcoming movie night at The Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, July 22nd at 6pm, where "Generation Found," a powerful story discussing youth addiction recovery.

2023 Miss Knox County Fair; Clara Kuelper

July 12, 2023 14:15 - 4 minutes - 4.59 MB

Clara Kuelper, the 2023 Miss Knox County Fair helps kick off the Knox County Fair. She tells us about the pageant, her agriculture background, and some highlights of this year's fair.

Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship Recipient Connor Gibb

July 07, 2023 15:08 - 4 minutes - 3.71 MB

This year, the Warren- Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation presented 17 students with scholarships to help further their education in agriculture. Among those recipients is Connor Gibb, a recent graduate from West Central High School. He shares his experience in agriculture and future goals as he prepares to attend Southeastern Community College in West Burlington this fall.

Warren- Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship Recipient Mason Carnes

July 07, 2023 15:02 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MB

This year, the Warren- Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation presented 17 students with scholarships to help further their education in agriculture. Among those recipients is Mason Carnes, a recent graduate from West Central Highschool. He shares his future goals as he prepares to attend Black Hawk College this fall.

Warren- Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation Scholarship Recipient Dexter Ricketts

July 07, 2023 14:54 - 4 minutes - 4.31 MB

This year, the Warren- Henderson Farm Bureau Foundation presented 17 students with scholarships to help further their education in agriculture. Among those recipients is Dexter Ricketts who is working towards an associate degree in science. He shares his background and future plans in agriculture with WRAM's Kailey Foster.

Galesburg High School Educator and with SkillsUSA Corbyn Wascher

July 07, 2023 13:59 - 9 minutes - 8.35 MB

Wascher explains SkillsUSA, which is a United States career and technical student organization serving more than 395,000 high school, college and middle school students and professional members enrolled in training programs in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations.

Big River Resources' David Zimmerman Gives Ethanol Update

July 06, 2023 20:16 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Big River Resources CEO and President David Zimmerman joined the WRAM Morning Show to discuss the current crop and give an update on issues and legislation impacting the ethanol industry.

Little Texas Performing in Bishop Hill for Concerts in the Colony July 8th

July 06, 2023 14:19 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Lead Vocalist and Guitarist of Little Texas Porter Howell talks the 30th anniversary of the release of their sophomore album 'Big Time,' plus their upcoming Concert in the Colony at Bishop Hill on Saturday, July 8th.

Remarks from Monmouth City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher and Mayor Rod Davies on Draft Ordinance on Urban Hens

July 05, 2023 15:21 - 8 minutes - 7.53 MB

Discussion on the draft of a proposed ordinance for urban hens within the City of Monmouth

Hertz Farm Management's Troy Coziahr Gives Crop Report

July 05, 2023 15:06 - 10 minutes - 9.38 MB

Hertz Farm Management Farm Manager Troy Coziahr gives a local crop report, shares pest concerns as well as shares Hertz Farm Management's recent move.

State Climatologist Discusses Recent Storms And Their Impact On Growing Drought

July 05, 2023 14:52 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford joins Kailey Foster to discuss the recent storms that hit western Illinois and what it means for growing drought.

The Impact of the Canada Wildfires On Midwest Livestock

June 30, 2023 15:20 - 7 minutes - 7.31 MB

The smoke may have lifted but this may not be the last we are going to see of it. University of Illinois's Angela Green-Miller talks about some of the effects smokey skies from a wildfire can have on livestock.

Annual Monmouth Municipal Airport Fly-In Breakfast on July 4th

June 29, 2023 14:15 - 13 minutes - 25 MB

President of the Monmouth Flying Club Trevor Davies and former President and current Club Member Jared Kunkle preview the upcoming Fly-In breakfast at the Monmouth Municipal Airport on Tuesday, July 4th.

Local U.S. Flag Giveaway on Friday, June 30th at American Family Insurance

June 29, 2023 14:10 - 6 minutes - 12.8 MB

American Family Insurance Agent Carol Shaw and member of the American Legion Auxiliary Annette Manthai share the details on the U.S. Flag Giveaway to the first 25 people at American Family Insurance, 702 North Main Street in Monmouth.

Farm Rescue Helps Illinois Farm Families In Times Of Crisis

June 29, 2023 14:08 - 9 minutes - 8.98 MB

Farm Rescue is a nonprofit organization that provides free planting, haying, harvesting, commodity hauling, and livestock feeding assistance to farm families who have experienced a major illness, injury, or natural disaster. Dan Erdman from Farm Rescue talks about the organization's latest expansion into Illinois.

Warren County YMCA Youth Development and Member Services Director Ben Davis

June 28, 2023 14:04 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MB

Davis discusses the ongoing t-ball and Big K baseball at the Warren County YMCA, plus also previews fall sports including flag football and soccer on the WRAM Morning Show.

Illinois Corn Marketing Board Discusses Proposed USEPA Electric Vehicle Mandate

June 27, 2023 15:32 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB

Rob Elliott local farmer with the IL Corn Marketing Board joined the WRAM Morning Show to discuss the USEPA proposed tailpipe rule that would mandate the sale of electric vehicles over the next nine years and how this rule would impact ethanol and farmers.

Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Ryan Painter: "Should You be ‘Selfish’ in Retirement?"

June 26, 2023 14:43 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MB

As a parent, you naturally want to help your children — but is it always a good idea to provide them with support when they’re adults? You may want to proceed carefully in this area — to protect everyone’s financial interests.

Western Illinois Regional Council Public Relations Manager Jamie Roth

June 23, 2023 14:58 - 8 minutes - 15.3 MB

Roth shares their expansion into the Galesburg community with a branch office, plus explains the benefits of the non-profit including job coaching, utilities assistance, scholarship opportunities, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Warren County 911 Coordinator Ken Helms

June 23, 2023 14:54 - 7 minutes - 13.4 MB

Helms talks recruitment for part-time and full-time dispatchers in Warren County with on the job training, competitive compensation packages, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Bruce and Dan Burgland Share Details On Their Solar Farm Project

June 23, 2023 14:22 - 14 minutes - 27.3 MB

Bruce and Dan Burgland join the WRAM Morning Show to discuss the solar project going in at the US Highway 67 and US Highway 34 interchange west of the city of Monmouth.

Local Crop Update With Agronomist Lance Tarchione

June 23, 2023 14:12 - 18 minutes - 33.1 MB

Bayer Technical Agronomist Lance Tarchione joined the WRAM Morning Show to discuss growing conditions for corn and beans and how this year's growing drought compares to the drought of 1988 and 2012.

Senior Mortgage Banker Justin Gensler & Mortgage Banker Tyler Dykeman with 217 Mortgage

June 22, 2023 14:14 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB

Gensler and Dykeman discuss the home buying process and how each process is tailored to your personal goals, aspirations and milestones. For more information, visit Flat Branch Home Loans | Home Mortgage Lender.

Dr. Christopher Barber, Coordinator of the Criminal Justice Program at Carl Sandburg College

June 21, 2023 14:15 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MB

Dr. Barber discusses the virtual reality system in which students can be put into situations and practice how to approach subjects, hands-on classroom learning, including dusting, fingerprinting and blood spatter, plus touches on the current need for applicants at law enforcement agencies, and how the program prepares students for work in all sorts of areas of criminal justice, not just as police officers.

Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau Holds 35th Annual Meeting

June 20, 2023 15:39 - 10 minutes - 11.1 MB

Justin Allaman Young Leader Chairman for the Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau shares highlights from their Annual Meeting, opportunities for Young Leaders in Farm Bureau, and the upcoming Trivia Night event.

Introducing Thaddeus Bergschneider; 2023-24 Illinois State FFA President

June 20, 2023 15:02 - 6 minutes - 6.1 MB

The 2023-24 Illinois FFA State Officer Team was elected on June 15th in Springfield. Thaddeus Bergschneider from the Franklin FFA Chapter was elected to serve as State President. He joined the WRAM Ag News Hour following the election to discuss his FFA experience.

City of Monmouth Update with Communications Director Ken Helms, Mayor Rod Davies, and City Administrator Lew Steinbrecher

June 20, 2023 14:46 - 20 minutes - 20.6 MB

Helms, Davies, and Steinbrecher discuss the current and upcoming road resurfacing projects throughout on the City of Monmouth, the retirement of Robert Spud Riley, Public safety reports for the Monmouth Fire and Police Departments including trainings, public outreach with the local schools, and open positions within the departments, the three-year renewal on the ACFSME contract and grants within the City of Monmouth, and provide discussion on the upcoming reinstatement of the State of Illino...

Illinois Farm Bureau Shares Student Opportunities In Agriculture

June 20, 2023 14:15 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MB

Illinois Farm Bureau president Rich Guebert joined the WRAM Ag Noon Hour during the 95th Illinois FFA Convention to discuss opportunities for students in agriculture, the past legislative session, and drying conditions across the state.

Monmouth-Roseville FFA Students Share Their State Convention Experience as Delegates

June 19, 2023 15:19 - 4 minutes - 4.36 MB

Members of local FFA programs were among the over 5,000 students that traveled to Springfield June 13-15 for the 95th annual Illinois State FFA Convention. Among those students were six students from the Monmouth-Roseville FFA Chapter. Kendyl Kane and Haley Frakes represented the chapter as delegates, voting on the 2023-24 state officers.

Monmouth-Roseville FFA Students Share Their State Convention Experience

June 19, 2023 15:14 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MB

Members of local FFA programs were among the over 5,000 students that traveled to Springfield June 13-15 for the 95th annual Illinois State FFA Convention. Among those students were six students from the Monmouth-Roseville FFA Chapter. Molly McVey, Allison Murphy, John Casteele, and Camden Johnson joined Kailey Foster during the convention to discuss their experience.

Founder & Executive Director of Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank Lee Ann Porter

June 19, 2023 14:29 - 10 minutes - 11 MB

Founded by Lee Ann Porter in 2015, Loving Bottoms Diaper Bank is a non-profit organization dedicated to addressing diaper need in Central Illinois. As a mom who experienced diaper need in 2004, Lee Ann understood the hardship of families deciding between basic necessities.

Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Ryan Painter: 'Biggest threats to a comfortable retirement?'

June 19, 2023 13:48 - 3 minutes - 3.06 MB

If you save and invest for decades, you’d like to know you can retire without financial worries. Nonetheless, you still have to be aware of some threats to a comfortable retirement — and how to respond to them.

Sarah & Mike Moore - New Owners of Moore Memorial Homes

June 16, 2023 14:09 - 7 minutes - 7.14 MB

Sarah and Mike discuss the transition of purchasing Wise Family Funeral Home and establishing Moore Memorial Homes in Roseville, Alexis, and Avon.

Warren County Fair President Jon Strickler Previews Upcoming 2023 Fair

June 16, 2023 14:06 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MB

The 2023 Warren County Agricultural Fair will be held July 15th through the 22nd at the Fairgrounds in Roseville. For a complete list of events, visit Home (ilwcf.com).

West Central Head Start Executive Director Mary Reed and Family Services Manager Lisa Medina Foshay

June 15, 2023 14:20 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Reed and Medina-Foshay share their ongoing summer recruitment program for the next school year of West Central Head Start's home-based birth to 3 program and preschool for children ages 3 to 5, which are all free, including transportation.

District 71 State Representative Dan Swanson

June 14, 2023 15:07 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Representative Swanson provides a field outlook then discusses recent legislation out of the Illinois General Assembly on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jamieson Community Center Executive Director Nancy Mowen & Essential Goods Manager Christa Millard

June 14, 2023 15:03 - 7 minutes - 7.16 MB

Mowen and Millard wrap up the Annual Halfway to Freezing for Food event and also share the increase of visits at Jamieson Community Center.

Marcia Parrish and Stan Jenks with Community Care Days

June 14, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 8.8 MB

Parrish and Jenks share the background of Community Care Days among the local churches and preview the upcoming projects for the work weekend on June 16th and 17th for homeowners in the local community.

Ryan Armstong and Chris Gavin Discuss the 7th Annual Ride for Ryder Event

June 13, 2023 14:20 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MB

Armstrong and Gavin preview the Ride for Ryder bike ride event on Saturday, June 24th, in memory of Ryder Armstrong on the WRAM Morning Show.

Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Ryan Painter: 'Special needs trust could ease families’ stress'

June 12, 2023 14:36 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MB

If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues, but you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support your loved one requires. Consequently, you may want to consider establishing a special needs trust.

Advanced Rehab Clinic Manager Doug Price

June 09, 2023 13:44 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Price talks back pain and ways the staff at Advanced Rehab will address your pain, plus explains you do not need a referral for physical therapy services.

Local Country Financial Agent Ben Olson

June 07, 2023 14:03 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Olson discusses the wide range of insurance policy coverage, the return of premium, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.