Radio Monmouth

Discussion on the Public Hearing for the Truth & Taxation Levy for the City of Monmouth, Discussion on the Building & Zoning and Woodard & Curran Reports, Discussion on the swearing-in of Paul Mangieri as a Captain with the Monmouth Fire Department and the joint contract with Animal Control with Warren County, Discussion and approval on the IEPA Lead Service Line Replacement Loan Ordinance and the approval of the Tax Levy Ordinance, Update on the Harlem Avenue project, and Discussion on goals in 2026 for the City of Monmouth.

Savannah previews the upcoming 31st Dickens on the Square in Downtown Macomb December 5th and 6th on the WRAM Morning Show.

Danielle Cox and Jennifer Smith discuss the upcoming Bicentennial Celebration on Saturday, December 13th, free and open to the public, at the Warren County History Museum to celebrate the 200th year of Warren County.

Thanks to market swings, evolving tax laws and new technology, it may be a good year to consider tax-loss harvesting – a strategy that can help reduce taxes and improve long-term returns.

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots travel Collegeville, Minnesota for a NCAA Division 3 second round playoff game.

Galesburg FFA Officers Logan, Cameron, and Francesca discuss fall events, National FFA Convention and upcoming fundraising events.

Andrea and Sydney preview the annual Christmas on the Square in Downtown Monmouth December 5th on the WRAM Morning Show.

Ann and Rebecca recap the Taste of the Arts Gala, upcoming participation in the community, the 12 Days of Christmas at the BCA Gift Shop, Susan Van Kirk's new book, the Security Savings Bank Amateur Photography Show, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Officer Huston talks holiday safety, locking up belongings, homes, garages, vehicles, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Eric Miller introduces Miller Ag Solutions and Parts and discusses his journey into farming and starting his business, highlighting the challenges in the current farm economy and his strategy to offer affordable parts to help control costs.

Ramona talks National Rural Health Day, challenges in healthcare, use of technology, same day appointments at the OSF Medical Group Rural Health Clinic, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Ron talks inventory, available services, classes, and more at the Sewing Center by Ron in Galesburg on the WRAM Morning Show.

Warren County Soil and Water Resource Conservationist Shawnee Sheehan discusses upcoming deadlines, programs and events on the WRAM Ag Hour.

State Climatologist Trent Ford gives a fall weather update and a look at some winter predictions.

Holiday cheer has a way of loosening purse strings – sometimes more than we can afford. In 2024, one-third of Americans ended the year with holiday debt averaging $1,181. And 60% of them were stressed about it, according to a December 2024 Lending Tree survey.

Patrick discusses the opening of the sports performance center in Macomb, Leapfrog 'A' safety grade, respiratory illness season, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Adele and Scott discuss the informational process of hospice care, use of Medicare, navigating the holiday season with loved ones, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jake and Ashlyn talk annual meeting, the Women in Ag registration, polies, elections with the Illinois Farm Bureau, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Coach Grant previews the upcoming Titans boys basketball season on the Monmouth McDonald's Coach's Corner.

The 2025 Rural Health Forum brought together medical leaders from across the region to discuss the biggest issues facing rural health care. Hear from panelists Lisa DeKezel, Dr. Mark Meeker, Robin Henry, Patrick Caplis, Patrick Osterman, Gloria Bamforth, Bill Murdock, Luke Raymond, Ali Sours, Eric Rahn, Jenna Link, Representative Norine Hammond, Melissa Shepherd, Michele Gabriel, and William Hayes.

Mike and Sean discuss the budget and levy for next year, the move of the meeting to be held at 5 pm going forward, progress on the new jail, update on the courthouse steps, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jeannie discusses fundraising in Warren, Henderson, Mercer, and Knox Counties, progress of the ongoing campaign, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Patricia and Barry discuss programming and students at Monmouth College, goals, the six academic schools, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Stephanie previews the Rural Health Forum on WRAM, the 5 Star Rating received for OSF HealthCare, respiratory illness season, the gift shop, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jeremy previews the winter seasons for United athletes in girls and boys basketball and wrestling on WRAM.

Coach Lancaster previews the upcoming season for the United Red Storm Boys Basketball squad on the Monmouth McDonald's Coach's Corner.

Hannah discusses the food selections at Cornucopia, gluten free options, available products, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Eric and Stacey talk Giving Tuesday with the Sandburg Foundation, how to make a donation, scholarships, success grants, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Nancy talks food needs for the pantry ahead of the 25th Annual Freezing for Food, the upcoming Christmas programs, an update on the services at Jamieson Community Center, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Coach Luper discusses his first year as the Head Coach for the Titans varsity squad, recaps their first game of the season, a season outlook for the young Titans teams, and more on the Monmouth McDonald's Coach's Corner.

Hear from members of the Black Hawk College judging team: Grace Angotti- Assistant coachChase Harker- memberJace Judson- memberLogan Corzatt- memberDrew Jacobson- member

Taylor discusses annual eye exams, new glasses lines, use of wearing polarized sunglasses, the Meta glasses, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Staci previews the upcoming Turkey to Tree Fitness Challenge with the Warren County YMCA, a community blood drive, the winter basketball season, winter camp registration, a lifeguarding class, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Lew and Ken share reports updates from the Monmouth Police and Fire Departments, the 2025 tax levy presentation, the AFSCME Union Contract, preview of the December bid for the lead service line project, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Doug talks total joint replacements, sharing the most common joints replaced, recovery time, direct access to physical therapy and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jenna talks holiday cooking safety, the recall of infant formula, respiratory illness season in Warren County, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Coach Olson discusses the start of the 2025-2026 season with a young squad, getting back in the gym for tournament play, and more on the Monmouth McDonald's Coach's Corner.

As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to make some smart moves before the calendar flips to 2026. Think of it as a financial tune-up that could help with saving money and setting you up for success in the months ahead. Here are some things to consider.

Kathryn and Margaret discuss their English Learners graduates, paraprofessional programs, professional development opportunities, RAES, child and family programs, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Coach Braun discusses the 26th win over Knox College during the Annual Turkey Bowl, previews the upcoming meeting with St. John's in the NCAA Playoffs, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Nathan recaps the latest in the Monmouth College Fighting Scots sports seasons, along with rankings, awards, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Jeremy recaps the Monmouth-Roseville Titans Football season, talks swimming finals, previews the winter seasons at the high school, and more on the Monmouth McDonald's Coach's Corner.

The Monmouth College Fighting Scots host the Knox College Prairie Fire in the Bronze Turkey Bowl.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans battle the Richmond-Burton Rockets in a quarterfinal class 3A football match up.

University of Illinois Extension 4-H Youth Development Educator Shelby Carlson has been honored at both the state and national levels for her outstanding contributions to youth development programming.

Craig and Connor talk new firefighters, kitchen safety during the holiday season cooking time, use of space heaters, Christmas decoration safety, carbon monoxide detectors, winter travel safety, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Day lists the West Central Board Members, the tentative tax levy, local sports successes, upcoming Christmas concerts and play, ongoing projects, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Hawkins shares the United Board of Education members, local sports successes, tax levy draft, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Bryon discusses the purchase of 96 Public Square, progress at the BTC building, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Superintendent Fletcher talks health insurance for the school district, choir, swim team, attendance, recognizes the school board members, upcoming Christmas concerts, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Senator Halpin provides a legislative update on WRAM.