Wethersfield Third Grade students, Atlas, Brady, and John, joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to bring "The Good News" about Valentine's Day with their classmates. "The Good News" with Wethersfield students airs on Friday's at 7:50 AM when the kids have school.Por Regional Media

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Illinois Farm Bureau Board Member from New Windsor, Jeff KirwanPor Regional Media

QC 2025 Farm Show Director, Rob JunkerPor Regional Media

Austin Pearce from the Geneseo FFA at the 2025 Farm ShowPor Regional Media

Jake Anderson from State Bank of Toulon at the 2025 Farm ShowPor Regional Media

Dianne Packee and Jon Looney joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming Quarter Madness on March 14, 2025. The Kewanee Rotary Club is set to host its 14th annual Quarter Madness event at the Kewanee Elks Lodge, bringing the community together for an evening of excitement and philanthropy. The event kicks off at 6:30 PM, with doors openi…

Etta LaFlora joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming Community Black History Extravaganza on February 16th at 2 PM at the First Congregational Church on West Prospect Street in Kewanee. Centered on the theme "Achieving more with togetherness and love," the event promises a vibrant celebration of culture and community. Highlights incl…

The Atkinson Fire Department joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about their upcoming 2nd Annual Taco Fundraiser to benefit the Atkinson Fire Department. The supper is on March 2, 2025, from 3 to 7 PM at 101 East Henry Street in Atkinson. In prior years, they held chili fundraisers but switched to Tacos because everyone loves tacos and people were …

Raising awareness for heart health on Wake Up Tri-Counties, RaeAnn Tucker joined Seth Parlier in the Sav-A-Lot Studio to highlight the importance of cardiovascular care, especially for women. With February marking Heart Health Awareness Month, the conversation centered on the sobering fact that heart disease remains the leading cause of death for w…

Seth Parlier and Russ Hughes talk basketball on "The Day of Love" for this week's edition of The Boiler Shop. The Kewanee Boilermakers boy's basketball team plays against the Newman-Catholic Comets at home tonight, February 14, 2025, at 7 PM. Come spend some of your Valentine's Night with the Kewanee Boilermakers basketball team.…

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This Friday, February 7th, marks "Wear Red Day," a key event during American Heart Month aimed at raising awareness about heart disease, particularly among women. Samantha Rux from OSF HealthCare joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to emphasize the importance of prevention and early action. Heart disease manifests differently in women than in men, making a…

In a heartfelt tribute, the Galva community honored Dr. Scott Caravello at last night’s council meeting. After running Galva Pharmacy for over three decades, Caravello's store was among the 2,900 pharmacies that closed this year. Mayor Volkert praised his dedication, saying, "He has done so much for the community." Meanwhile, the city faces financi…

Russ Hughes joined Wake Up Tri-Counties for the Friday Edition of “The Boiler Shop” to talk about winter sports and the new shot clock at the Tuesday home game against Monmouth-Roseville.Por Regional Media

Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson is championing a new bill aimed at securing the future of family farms in the state. With the majority of Illinois farms being family-owned, Swanson emphasizes the importance of passing these operations to the next generation. His legislation introduces state tax incentives for landowners who rent their far…

Illinois State Representative Dan Swanson is championing a new bill aimed at securing the future of family farms in the state. With the majority of Illinois farms being family-owned, Swanson emphasizes the importance of passing these operations to the next generation. His legislation introduces state tax incentives for landowners who rent their far…

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Country music fans, mark your calendars! Randy Houser is set to light up the Marshall-Putnam Fair on July 17, 2025, at the fairgrounds in Henry, Illinois. Known for hits like "How Country Feels" and "Runnin' Outta Moonlight," Houser will take the stage as the headliner, promising an unforgettable night. The event will also feature performances by T…

The Henry County Farm Bureau is gearing up for a bustling season ahead, with several key events on the horizon. Katie Laleman recently shared updates on the Wake Up Tri-Counties program, highlighting the American Farm Bureau Convention in San Antonio, Texas. Among the standout moments, Sadie Asher represented Illinois in the Excellence in Agricultu…

Hammond-Henry Hospital is thrilled to introduce Dr. James Schrier as their newest general surgeon. Dr. Schrier, a board-certified surgeon, brings a wealth of expertise to the community, offering a wide range of surgical services, including appendectomy, breast cancer care, and robotic surgeries using the DaVinci system. With a strong educational ba…

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RaeAnn Tucker joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss Wear Red Day on February 7th, Heart Health Month in February, and the Smoke-Free Illinois Act. This Friday, February 7th, marks National Wear Red Day, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about women and heart disease. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, alongside their First Choice …

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Sara Billiet joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about upcoming events at the Kewanee Public Library. Don't miss "Story Time" with Sara on the Kewanee Public Library Facebook page every Tuesday at 1 PM. The Kewanee Public Library Information Services Department invites adults to a friendly and exciting puzzle exchange event. Scheduled for January 3…

Sam Rux from OSF HealthCare joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about National Blood Donor Month and giveaways at the Kewanee High School Basketball game on January 31, 2025, for "Pack the Place." January is National Blood Donor Awareness Month. There are blood drives every other month at OSF Saint Luck Medical Center. The next blood drive is Febru…

RaeAnn Tucker joined Seth Parlier on Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about what's happening with the Henry and Stark County Health Departments. January is National Birth Defects Month, and the 2025 theme is "Every Journey Matters." This nationwide initiative emphasizes making healthy choices to reduce the risks of birth defects. Pregnant women and tho…

Russ joined Seth in the studio for The Boiler Shop to talk boys basketball. Tonight, January 31st, is "Pack the Place" at Kewanee High School. The Kewanee Boilermakers will face off against Princeton tonight at Brockman Gym. Freshman and sophomore games start at 5:30 PM, with the varsity game at 7 PM. Fan gear and raffle tickets will be available s…

Third-grade students from Wethersfield Elementary School joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to bring "The Good News" about their favorite things to do. Killian, Ace, and David gave us "The Good News" on this Friday morning.Por Regional Media

Dr. Owen McConnell joined Tom Katz on Wake Up Tri-Counties for the first "Here's to Your Health" Hammond-Henry news segment on WKEI radio. Dr. McConnell talks about non-medicinal options for pain, including chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture. In December, Hammond-Henry Hospital in Geneseo expanded its healthcare services by introducing a new …

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As the winter months settle in, RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark County Health Department highlights the importance of safeguarding mental health. She pointed out that Seasonal Affect Disorder (SAD) can significantly impact daily functioning, manifesting as mood swings, increased fatigue, or even physical discomfort like headaches. For those …

Sam Rux joined Seth Parlier on Wake Up Tri-Counties to discuss career opportunities with OSF Healthcare. All available career opportunities are listed on the website at https://www.osfcareers.org/. There are numerous educational opportunities available to all mission partners. Sam suggests filtering by location or facility when searching for jobs, …

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Russ Hughes joined Wake Up Tri-Counties for the Friday Edition of "The Boiler Shop" to talk about basketball and wrestling. Come out and support Kewanee boys basketball against Erie-Prophetstown tonight, January 24th, at home.Por Regional Media

Wethersfield 3rd-grade students joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to bring "The Good News." Charlie, Kynlie, and Aspen presented "The Good News" this Friday morning about snow days and schoolwork during those e-learning days.Por Regional Media

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State Senator Li Arellano, Jr., is inviting the public to participate in the 'Valentines for Seniors' card drive. This initiative aims to brighten the lives of elderly residents in nursing homes and assisted-living facilities by distributing handmade Valentine cards. Senator Arellano urges the 37th Senate District’s community members, including stu…

It was another successful year for Good Fellows Baskets at Christmas. The goal of the Good Fellows Christmas Basket program is to make sure no one in Kewanee goes hungry at Christmas. It was another great year for the volunteer efforts of students from Kewanee, Wethersfield, and Visitation, who collected can goods for the baskets and pitched in to …

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Wethersfield 3rd Grade students, Kennedy and Maely, joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to bring The Good News on Friday mornings. Kennedy and Maely gave tips on staying warm and safe in the winter when outside, such as during recess at school.Por Regional Media