(Photo by E. Jason Wambsgans/Pool/Getty Images)In the latest development in the migrant crisis in Illinois, the state was told to "prepare" for 25 busses of migrants EACH DAY... what can we as downstate residents do about this?Get our free mobile appAccording to NBC Chicago, the state of Illinois was told to "prepare" for 25 busses full of migrants coming from the Mexico border each day. NBC Chicago goes on to say..."Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker was told to prepare for up to 25 buses full of migrants each day as Chicago struggles to shelter and keep up with an influx of migrants being sent...…(Photo by E. Jason Wambsgans/Pool/Getty Images)In the latest development in the migrant crisis in Illinois, the state was told to "prepare" for 25 busses of migrants EACH DAY... what can we as downstate residents do about this?Get our free mobile appAccording to NBC Chicago, the state of Illinois was told to "prepare" for 25 busses full of migrants coming from the Mexico border each day. NBC Chicago goes on to say..."Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker was told to prepare for up to 25 buses full of migrants each day as Chicago struggles to shelter and keep up with an influx of migrants being sent...WW…

Mat Hayward, Getty ImagesOne night. Great music. All for a great cause.Get our free mobile appCountry music singer Matt Stell is coming to Quincy on October 14 for the #belikegrace Foundation Fundraiser. The show will take place at the Oakley-Lindsay Center with doors opening at 6 pm and Blackstop South kicking off the night and Matt Stell taking the stage at 9 pm.There will be games, food and drinks, and a night for kindness, and all proceeds going to help the community and scholarships sponsored by the #belikegrace Foundation. Tickets are priced fairly reasonable. General admission...…Mat Hayward, Getty ImagesOne night. Great music. All for a great cause.Get our free mobile appCountry music singer Matt Stell is coming to Quincy on October 14 for the #belikegrace Foundation Fundraiser. The show will take place at the Oakley-Lindsay Center with doors opening at 6 pm and Blackstop South kicking off the night and Matt Stell taking the stage at 9 pm.There will be games, food and drinks, and a night for kindness, and all proceeds going to help the community and scholarships sponsored by the #belikegrace Foundation. Tickets are priced fairly reasonable. General admission...WW…

Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesYou can listen to Kansas City Chiefs football all season long here on 97.9 KICK-FM. Here is a breakdown of the Chiefs 2023/2024 schedule.Get our free mobile app97.9 KICK-FM is again proud to be your radio home for Kansas City Chiefs football all season long. You can listen to every Chiefs game this season on our airwaves, including a pregame show that starts an hour before kickoff and a postgame show. Here is a look at the 2023/2024 Kansas City Chiefs schedule.Thursday, September 7th home vs the Detroit Lions at 7:30 pmSunday, September 17th at the...…Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesYou can listen to Kansas City Chiefs football all season long here on 97.9 KICK-FM. Here is a breakdown of the Chiefs 2023/2024 schedule.Get our free mobile app97.9 KICK-FM is again proud to be your radio home for Kansas City Chiefs football all season long. You can listen to every Chiefs game this season on our airwaves, including a pregame show that starts an hour before kickoff and a postgame show. Here is a look at the 2023/2024 Kansas City Chiefs schedule.Thursday, September 7th home vs the Detroit Lions at 7:30 pmSunday, September 17th at the...WW…

Mon-Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pmYou’ve officially found your work space happy place! With Jess on the Job, it’s all about country music, pop culture, and the motivation you need to get through your workday.Show MoreInternet Says You Should 'Flee Missouri as Soon as Possible'The internet thinks you should (and I quote) "flee Missouri as soon as possible". I'll explain why they're concerned about you.Here is More Proof Chicago is the Best Big City in the USAStop the count, no more debating, Chicago is the best big city in the USA and it is getting embarrassing if you think New York City, Los...…Mon-Fri 10:00 am - 3:00 pmYou’ve officially found your work space happy place! With Jess on the Job, it’s all about country music, pop culture, and the motivation you need to get through your workday.Show MoreInternet Says You Should 'Flee Missouri as Soon as Possible'The internet thinks you should (and I quote) "flee Missouri as soon as possible". I'll explain why they're concerned about you.Here is More Proof Chicago is the Best Big City in the USAStop the count, no more debating, Chicago is the best big city in the USA and it is getting embarrassing if you think New York City, Los...WW…

Mon-Fri 3:00 pm - 7:00 pmPlaying your favorite Country Music for the Ride Home!I’ve always been fascinated by radio. I love the shared experience of it. Whatever you’re hearing, there are thousands of others listening right along with you. It still blows my mind. In 2002 I stepped away from the microphone and college to join the U.S. Army. After serving six years, which included two tours in Iraq, I returned to radio in 2008. I’m married to an amazing woman, Hannah, and we have three spectacular girls. Yes, THREE girls. My dog Wesley and I are tragically outnumbered. Outside the studio...…Mon-Fri 3:00 pm - 7:00 pmPlaying your favorite Country Music for the Ride Home!I’ve always been fascinated by radio. I love the shared experience of it. Whatever you’re hearing, there are thousands of others listening right along with you. It still blows my mind. In 2002 I stepped away from the microphone and college to join the U.S. Army. After serving six years, which included two tours in Iraq, I returned to radio in 2008. I’m married to an amazing woman, Hannah, and we have three spectacular girls. Yes, THREE girls. My dog Wesley and I are tragically outnumbered. Outside the studio...WW…

Canva.comThese donuts aren't your average glazed or sprinkled donuts, these are the legendary Voodoo Donuts and they are finally opening up a location here in the Land of Lincoln!Get our free mobile appAccording to Yahoo, the city of Chicago is the next spot for the wild and popular Voodoo Donuts to open a new location! Yahoo says..."Voodoo Doughnut announced Wednesday it will be opening its 21st store in the Fulton Market neighborhood. The new gourmet donut shop will be located at 945 W. Randolph St. Voodoo Doughnut sells over 50 flavor options, including fan favorites such as the Bacon...…Canva.comThese donuts aren't your average glazed or sprinkled donuts, these are the legendary Voodoo Donuts and they are finally opening up a location here in the Land of Lincoln!Get our free mobile appAccording to Yahoo, the city of Chicago is the next spot for the wild and popular Voodoo Donuts to open a new location! Yahoo says..."Voodoo Doughnut announced Wednesday it will be opening its 21st store in the Fulton Market neighborhood. The new gourmet donut shop will be located at 945 W. Randolph St. Voodoo Doughnut sells over 50 flavor options, including fan favorites such as the Bacon...WW…

Google Maps/CanvaIf you're looking to get freaked out by one of the most haunted places in Illinois I think I found it for you.Get our free mobile appThe once grand McPike Mansion stood in Alton Illinois for years as the main staple of the town. Now after sitting for many years, the current owners are trying to bring the place back to life. However, you know that saying "If these walls could talk," well they are. This home is considered one of the most haunted homes in Illinois and the nation.According to House Beautiful, McPike Mansion is the place to visit this spooky...…Google Maps/CanvaIf you're looking to get freaked out by one of the most haunted places in Illinois I think I found it for you.Get our free mobile appThe once grand McPike Mansion stood in Alton Illinois for years as the main staple of the town. Now after sitting for many years, the current owners are trying to bring the place back to life. However, you know that saying "If these walls could talk," well they are. This home is considered one of the most haunted homes in Illinois and the nation.According to House Beautiful, McPike Mansion is the place to visit this spooky...WW…

Google Maps/CanvaSee friends...learning can be fun and FREE.Get our free mobile appThe best things in life are free and St. Louis has a few options for parents who want their kids to learn and not pay a whole lot of money. We are so lucky to have St. Louis Zoo as a free option for a fun day out with the family, and you would think that would top the list from MSN as the best free attraction in the Show-Me State. But It's NOT.MSN says that the Saint Louis Science Center is the Best American Attraction in the Show-Me State. There are a few attractions that you do have to have a paid...…Google Maps/CanvaSee friends...learning can be fun and FREE.Get our free mobile appThe best things in life are free and St. Louis has a few options for parents who want their kids to learn and not pay a whole lot of money. We are so lucky to have St. Louis Zoo as a free option for a fun day out with the family, and you would think that would top the list from MSN as the best free attraction in the Show-Me State. But It's NOT.MSN says that the Saint Louis Science Center is the Best American Attraction in the Show-Me State. There are a few attractions that you do have to have a paid...WW…

CanvaThere are 28 prisons in Illinois, and one is considered the worst in the nation. It's also been home to some big-name mobsters and celebrities you might have heard of.Get our free mobile appAccording to Money INC, Marion Prison is among 20 of the worst prisons in the nation. Built in the early 1960s this prison has been "home" to some big names in American history. Including a baseball athlete, a lot of famous crime bosses, and spies. The prison, known as a supermax prison, is located in Marion, Illinois (Southern Illinois) and was built to replace Alcatraz.Money INC. says,United...…CanvaThere are 28 prisons in Illinois, and one is considered the worst in the nation. It's also been home to some big-name mobsters and celebrities you might have heard of.Get our free mobile appAccording to Money INC, Marion Prison is among 20 of the worst prisons in the nation. Built in the early 1960s this prison has been "home" to some big names in American history. Including a baseball athlete, a lot of famous crime bosses, and spies. The prison, known as a supermax prison, is located in Marion, Illinois (Southern Illinois) and was built to replace Alcatraz.Money INC. says,United...WW…