Along The Rock

Episode 31Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Pam Martinez executive director of the Sauk Valley Food Bank. To learn more, visit their website:https://saukvalleyfoodbank.org/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley! Check out...

Episode 30Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Woodlawn Arts Academy Executive Director Christy Zepezauer about this year's production of "The Nutcracker Ballet." Two of the performers, Sammi Oyen and Annie McGrail, each perform a dance from the ballet. To learn mo...

Episode 29Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Darren Mangler of The Dixon: Historic Theatre about restoration efforts, and current and upcoming shows. To learn more, visit their websites:https://dixontheatre.com/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more local st...

Episode 28Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Keri Olson (Whiteside County) and Ashley Richter (Lee and Ogle County) as they start campaign season for the United Way and how the organization helps the community. To learn more, visit their websites:https://uwwhiteside.org/https:...

Episode 26Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Pam Fluck, executive director of Self Help Enterprises, and clients Betty Terry and Jimmy Booth. The organization recently celebrated its 60th anniversary. To learn more, visit their website:https://self-help.agency/ 🔔 Don’t forget...

Episode 26Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Director Dawn Arndt, actor Jaiden Lawton & mentor Lilli Highley about the Penguin Project of the Sauk Valley's theater production of Roald Dahl’s "Willy Wonka Jr." To learn more, visit their website:https://penguin...

Episode 25Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Director Ben Lightner, and students Falan Schwarz & Grace Shoemaker-Fenwick, about Dixon High School's fall theater production of "Thirteen Past Midnight" To learn more, visit their Facebook Page:https://www.facebo...

Episode 24Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Director Carolyn Sutton, and students Quinn Stahr and Marissa Bliefnick, about Rock Falls High School's fall theater production of "A Lighter Shade of Noir." To learn more, visit their Facebook Page:https://www.faceboo...

Episode 23Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Director Ellen Johnson, and students Kaitlyn Moore and Owen Gaffey, about Sterling High School's fall theater production of "Pride & Prejudice." To learn more, visit their website:https://www.centennialauditorium.o...

Episode 22Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode of Along the Rock, host Mark Morris speaks with Jacqueline Donaldson, executive director of Rock River Hospice & Home, about what Hospice has to offer to those in their care. To learn more, visit their website:https://hospicerockriver.org/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, an...

Episode 21Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Emily Hammer & Denise Garcia, Whiteside County Senior Center & Whiteside County Public Transportation, about all that the center offers no matter what age you are. To learn more, visit their websites:https://wc-seniorcenter.org/https://ridewcpt.net/ 🔔 Do...

Episode 20Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Cory Law from the Whiteside County Health Department about the history of vaccinations. To learn more, visit their website:https://whitesidehealth.org/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more local stories from the Sauk Valley! Check out ⁠The Rad...

Episode 19Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Benjamin Snow (Rep. Brad Fritts' 2023-24 Educator of the Year) about his motivation toward teaching and the changes in teaching since COVID.For more information visit Challand Middle School on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/challandmiddleschoolTo learn mor...

Episode 18Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Courtney Teller, P.A. of the Lee County Health Department about seasonal illness and various vaccinations. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/LCHDILTo learn more, visit their website:https://www.lchd.com/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like,...

Episode 17Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with ZOWA Live Wrestling Entertainment's own Ryan (Zeke) Zschiesche about the world of professional wrestling and ZOWA's upcoming shows at the RB&W District Park during the Taco Throwdown event. For more information about ZOWA visit them on Facebook:https:...

Episode 16Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Nancy Gates who, at the age of 90, volunteers at the CGH Medical Center and many other organizations. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/cghmedicalcenterTo learn more, visit their website:https://www.cghmc.com/join-our-team/volun...

Episode 15Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Nathan Stahr fills in for Mark and talks with Addy Watts & McKenzie Woodard about their recent trip to the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Girls State in Springfield. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/alaforveteransTo learn more, visit thei...

Episode 14Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Dallas Knack of the Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce. They discuss her taking over as Chamber Director and the resources that they have to offer to local businesses. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SaukValleyChamber/To lea...

Episode 13Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Marion Younger of the Dixon PADS about K's Korners' Queen of Hearts and 50/50 donations and what Dixon PADS offers to the community. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/padsdixonil/https://www.facebook.com/KsKorner72/To le...

Episode 12Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Mary Thormahlen, the Media and Marketing Coordinator for NAMI Sauk Area about September's National Suicide Prevention MonthFor more information visit them on Facebook:www.facebook.com/namisaukarea/To learn more, visit their website:www.namisaukarea.org/ 🔔 Do...

Episode 11Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with the new Artistic Director of Dixon Stage Left, Jimmy Ferraro. They talk about Jimmy's past accomplishments and what to expect from Dixon Stage Left at their new location. To learn more, visit https://dixonstageleft.org/ 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and s...

Episode 10Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Alejandro Chavira, Sterling Police Department & Jason LaMendola, Sauk Valley Police Academy, about available local policing jobs and the Police Academy at Sauk Valley Community College. To learn more, visit their websites:https://www.sterling-il.gov/174/Polic...

Episode 9Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Floyd Dunn founder of the Valor Support Project. They talk about helping support mental health and combat homelessness among veterans. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564401969728To learn more, visit their webs...

Episode 8Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Jayce Eustice, American Red Cross of Illinois Regional Communications Manager. They talk about blood supply shortages and how important it is to donate blood. For more information visit them on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/RedCrossILTo learn more, visit their...

Due to the full name of the golf tournament discussed here, this video contains mild profanity. Viewer discretion is advised. Episode 7Along the Rock is a video podcast hosted by Mark Morris and produced by The Radar Free Press. In this episode, Mark talks with Tony Walters and Chris Schueler the owners of Brother Daryl's and the founders of the YSJ Classic Golf Tournament. They discuss what i...