Radio Monmouth

Mikayla Schaefer, Illinois Pork Producers Marketing Manager, kicks off National Pork Month by talking about the tenderloin trail and ways to incorporate pork into your diet.

Richard previews the upcoming competition for the 2026 Illinois State Cornhusking Contest Sunday, October 4th outside Monmouth.

Missie talks enrollment dates, changes with Medicare plans in 2027, individual health insurance plans, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Tom and Mary preview the 3rd Annual Cemetery Walk at the Monmouth Municipal Cemetery on October 7th.

WRAM's Kailey Killey joined Shane Gipe as he kicked off his harvest season. Gipe discuss the 2026 crops, cattle, and more.

Shelby Carlson, local Extension 4-H and Youth Educator joined WRAM's Kailey Killey to discuss Sunflower Showmanship, 4-H shooting sports, and Welcome to the Real World.

Kelly talks swearing in new volunteers, previews an upcoming fundraiser, seeking board members, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Erin and Michelle discuss the Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening program available through the Knox County Health Department, scheduling mammograms, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Tiffany and Ben discuss the donation being presented to Monmouth-Roseville High School through the Sport Your School Giveaway with the Illinois High School Association, sponsored by Country Financial.

Chief Switzer shares the August monthly report for the department, new hires, Flock cameras, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jayne discusses financial services with Monmouth College for students, a new program called Scots Pledge, FAFSA, qualifying for grants, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jenny discusses fall items on the menu at the Monmouth McDonald's.

Wanda and Pat discuss a received grant, Harvest Meals, new providers with McDonough District Hospital, prostate cancer screenings, allergy season, mammograms, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Ripon College Red Hawks for a Midwest Conference match up at April Zorn Memorial Stadium.

The United Red Storm visit the Rushville/Industry Rockets for a LincolnLand South Division match up.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans travel to Mendota High School for TRAC West Division match up against the Trojans.

Eugene previews the events taking place during the Great Nicola Magic Festival September 26th at the Warren County History Museum.

Ashlyn talks fall harvest, events with the Warren-Henderson Farm Bureau, leaders traveling to Washington, D.C., and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Chief Rexroat talks driving safety this harvest season, grain bin safety, new hires, a received grant for new equipment, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jason and Jenny highlight the events taking place during the Open House at the Wyatt Earp Birthplace in Monmouth Saturday, September 26th.

Teri discusses the upcoming Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive, fall sports with the Warren County Falcons, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Judy discusses the upcoming Soup and Spaghetti Suppers at the Monmouth American Legion, kitchen hours, the Saturday Burger Frys, volunteering, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Tracy and Mary highlight the events to take place during Old Roseville Days October 3rd and 4th on the WRAM Morning Show.

Discussion on the update provided by Smithfield Representatives at the latest Monmouth City Council Meeting, the Flock Cameras within the City of Monmouth, the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Response Grant Application, reports provided to Monmouth City Council from Fire Chief Casey Rexroat and Police Chief Joe Switzer, and upgrades to come at various traffic light signals around the City of Monmouth.

Sarah previews the 30-year celebration of advocacy for Stone-Hayes Center for Independent Living September 24th, including guest speakers, an open house, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Kathryn and Jodi talk student achievements, Head Start programs, curriculum, short-term substitute training, upcoming events, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots travel to Mt. Vernon, Iowa for their Midwest Conference opener.

The United Red Storm host the Abingdon-Avon Tornadoes for Homecoming.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans travel to Spring Valley to take on the Red Devils in a TRAC Mississippi River Division match up.

Jen talks the start of class on the Monmouth College campus, Family Day and Community Day on Saturday, September 26th, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Danica discusses safety recalls, mobile service availability for vehicle appointments, online booking, an ongoing food drive, inventory, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Adrienne talks planting information to strengthen farm family growth and wellness, being a Keynote Speaker during Bridgeway's 2026 Discover Wellness Summit, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Wendy Ferguson, with the University of Illinois Extension, discusses upcoming horticulture and community events- including the upcoming Rainscape Class, native seed share, and pumpkin smash.

Leah Moormon provides an update on the McDonough County Farm Bureau's upcoming programming and the current status of local harvest activities.

The United FFA Officer Team joined WRAM's Kailey Killey to kick off the new school year.

Members of the 2026 West Central FFA Officer Team attended the WRAM Ag Breakfast and Roundtable discussion on Friday, September 11th. They reflected on the experience and gave a peak into fall activities.

Rebecca and Emily preview an upcoming Car Seat Safety Check Event, plus discuss programs with the Regional Office of Education #33, Moms on the Move with OSF HealthCare, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Mike and Sean talk public transportation, public defenders for Warren County, structural integrity of the Courthouse, elevator work, employee insurance costs, union negotiations, the tentative budget, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Brayden reports the City's well pumps are back up and running, discusses ongoing projects, Phase 2 of Harlem, lead service line replacement, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Lou addresses misinformation with the Monmouth Smithfield facility, the City's water system, and more on WRAM.

Rebecca and Madison discuss upcoming classes and events, renovations, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Fletcher discusses the budget, transportation, an upcoming Family Night, enrollment, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Ann and Jeannie preview the 5th Hispanic Heritage Festival taking place in Downtown Monmouth September 19th, including the vendors, food, announcement of the art competition winners, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Doug talks Physical Therapy Month, when to seek treatment, rehab before surgeries, balance disorders, the aging process, free screens, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the United Red Storm for Pink-Out Night/Volley for a Cure.

What does “rural” really mean when it comes to education?On this episode of Rural School Voices, host Karli Strom is joined by Dr. Chris Janssen, a longtime school administrator and advocate for rural and small schools. Together, they are challenging some of the common assumptions about rural education in Illinois—and highlighting what makes these schools so special.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans host the United Red Storm for Pink-Out Night/Volley for a Cure.

Hear from panelists Pam Riney-Kehrberg, Ryan Painter, Dan Bowman, Alyssa Stewart, Shawnee Sheehan, Ken Quinn, Ken McMillian, Brian Postin, Tyler Schleich, Jake Armstrong, Representative Norine Hammond, Mike Connell, Annie Hadden and Brendan Marshall, with moderators Ashlyn Quinn, Kailey Killey, Vanessa Wetterling, and Jared Kunkle on WRAM.

Hear from panelists Pam Riney-Kehrberg, Ryan Painter, Dan Bowman, Alyssa Stewart, Shawnee Sheehan, Ken Quinn, Ken McMillian, Brian Postin, Tyler Schleich, Jake Armstrong, Representative Norine Hammond, Mike Connell, Annie Hadden and Brendan Marshall, with moderators Ashlyn Quinn, Kailey Killey, Vanessa Wetterling, and Jared Kunkle on WRAM.

Ken discusses the receival of a grant for the Knox County Sanitary District, economic development, the Knox County CEO Program, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jeanne previews the 10th Annual Wiswell-Robeson Lecture on the Monmouth College campus, featuring Pamela Riney-Kehrberg, on the WRAM Morning Show.