Regional Media Podcast Network

Dancing with the Stars performer Val Chmerkovskiy was recently sidelined while on tour in Peoria, Illinois, after experiencing severe dizziness—symptoms doctors traced to benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV. The condition, caused by loose calcium crystals in the inner ear, has also affected Bloomington resident Dave Williams for decades. Treatment methods have come a long way, from basic...

Dancing with the Stars performer Val Chmerkovskiy was recently sidelined while on tour in Peoria, Illinois, after experiencing severe dizziness—symptoms doctors traced to benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV. The condition, caused by loose calcium crystals in the inner ear, has also affected Bloomington resident Dave Williams for decades. Treatment methods have come a long way, from basic...

RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss Infant Immunization Week, Every Kid Health Week, Lab Special, Insurance Navigators, and the "12 Communities in 12 Months" Outreach Event in Toulon. This week, Henry and Stark County Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics are highlighting import...

A conversation about services and support available through the Y.

Carolyn Spencer, CGH Auxiliary Volunteer and Vice President, here to talk about all the volunteer opportunities at CGH in honor of national volunteer week.

Kathleen VanDeRostyne joined Tom Katz for "Here's To Your Health" on Wake Up Tri-Counties to honor the many volunteers at Hammond-Henry Hospital. This week on "Here's to Your Health," Hammond Henry Hospital shines a spotlight on its dedicated volunteers as part of Volunteer Appreciation Week. Kathleen VanDeRostyne, volunteer supervisor, shared that the hospital relies on 150 active volunteers to s...

Dallas discusses events the chamber is involved with coming up.

Melinda talks about all the great summer events coming up.

Sterling Mayor Diana Merdian and City Manager Scott Shumard discuss the recent city council meeting and other city issues.

The Braveheart Children’s Advocacy Center is rallying the community with a Superhero 5K event today. Scheduled for 10 AM, the run encourages participants to don their favorite superhero costumes, supporting children overcoming abuse and trauma. Activities begin earlier at 9 AM with booths from local partners like OSF Healthcare and Abilities Plus, providing games and resources for families. Follow...

Connie Johnson joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss upcoming events in Cambridge for April and May 2026. Cambridge residents can look forward to a busy spring with a variety of community activities. The public library is offering a seed library—a perfect opportunity for anyone hoping to grow vegetables or flowers, and it’s free to participate. For families, there’s a Kids’ Movie and Paint Day on...

Economist and policy analyst Phil Kerpen joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss how new credit card regulations could shake up wallets and businesses across Illinois and the nation. Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, explains that capping credit card interest rates at 10%—an idea floated by politicians across the spectrum—could make it all but impossible for most Americans to get a car...

RaeAnn Tucker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss STI Awareness Month and Week, the community outreach event in Toulon, family planning services, Lab Special, and insurance navigators. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, in partnership with First Choice Healthcare Clinics, are bringing their “12 Communities, 12 Months” series to Toulon on April 29th. From 7:30 to 9:30 at West Main Co...

Samantha Rux from OSF HealthCare joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss the Braveheart Children's Advocacy Center's annual Superhero 5K, in which OSF Saint Luke is a sponsor and participant, National Donate Life Month, the Flag-Raising Ceremony, and the Golf Classic's return. The Braveheart Children's Advocacy Center is gearing up for its annual Superhero 5K and resource fair this Saturday, April...

Kewanee Mayor Gary Moore and newly appointed City Manager Kasey Mitchell joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the decision to offer the role to the first-ever female, Kasey Mitchell. Kewanee has named Kasey Mitchell as its new City Manager after a period serving in the interim role. Mayor Gary Moore spoke highly of Mitchell’s transition, explaining that while she was initially hesitant to tak...

Residents in Galva are advised that hydrant flushing is underway across town, starting in the southeast near the park district and moving through other areas this week. Locals may experience discolored water and should run taps until the water clears before doing laundry. The city council discussed contract renewal with Home Count Consulting to continue downtown improvements, including work at the...

Kewanee City Council considered multiple resolutions in its latest session. Among the items, councilmembers approved an agreement allowing city police services in park district areas, aiming to enhance safety across public spaces. The council also discussed urgent repairs to a hazardous, caved-in sidewalk at First and Main Streets, moving to allocate funds and coordinate contractors for immediate...

Sara Billiet joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about upcoming events in April at the Kewanee Public Library. The Kewanee Public Library is gearing up for a busy April with new programs for all ages. Adults can join the Page Turners Book Club or the new Curious Minds nonfiction group. There’s also a Tabletop Club for board game enthusiasts. For young adults, the library offers weekly video gaming...

The Kewanee Fire Department presented awards at the March 9th Kewanee City Council meeting, recognizing outstanding service and honoring firefighters for acts of bravery and dedication. Dean Olson, Kim Cernovich, and Terry Eby presented awards to the civilians and first responders who performed CPR when they went into cardiac arrest. OSF Saint Luke Medical Center Emergency Department was presented...

Etta LaFlora, director of the Sunshine Community Services Center in Kewanee, joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to share the latest updates on the stepladder tutoring program. The Sunshine Community Services Center in Kewanee continues its efforts to support local students through its Stepladder Tutoring Program, even after canceling traditional Easter tag days. Community members can help fund after-scho...