Backyard Broadcasting

Marlin Angelo, President and Steve Baker Head Marshal for the South Williamsport Mummer’s Parade talk with Freddi Hammer about preparing for the 78th Annual event, and how they want everyone in the community to come out October 18th from 2pm ‘til 4pm, to either be in the parade or to observe the fun! 

KANSAS lead vocalist Ronnie Platt is set to perform at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center in Williamsport, PA on October 2, 2025. KANSAS will be touring their KANSAS Classics Series and Freddi Hammer caught up with Ronnie for a few minutes to talk about his career and the upcoming show in Williamsport. 

It's the September 2025 Backyard Business Spotlight with Shawn Carey and Jason Fink (President/CEO, Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce). 

 The Fall schedule is picking up around the area as Shawn and Jason take a look at  local events, PM Exchanges and ribbon cuttings celebrating new businesses!

Also, registration is now open for the 2025 Pie Day 5K Run/Walk in downtown Williamsport on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27th!    

Marcus Henderson, keyboard, saxophone, flute and vocals for The Marshall Tucker Band joins Freddi Hammer before he and the band come to Williamsport this week for a show at the Journey Bank Community Arts Center.  Get tickets at caclive.com 

The Oak Ridge Boys will be in concert on Sunday, September 21st at the Bloomsburg Fair at 2pm. WILQ's Ted Bennett had a chance to talk with William Lee Golden of the Oak Ridge Boys about their career and more.

Respiratory therapy at Geisinger helps adults regain mobility and confidence as they learn to breathe better, whether it’s a chronic condition or an accident or illness.  Team Lead, MikeRichardson, shares details about the program in Muncy and describes the support given to patients in a medically supervised program.

Nancy Secules and Sheryl Wilbur represent the Lions Club of Montgomery and Allenwood who are hosting a DiabetesAwareness Walk  September 13th, and you’re invited to walk the track at Montgomery to support healthy living.

Find out about the projects the Lions take on locally and beyond, and if you’re looking for somewhere to share your passion for serving – the Lions Club is always seekingnew members. 

PA State Police Troop F Montoursville is having their Annual Sunny Day Camp on September 24th at the Lycoming County Fairgrounds in Hughesville.  It’s a one day experience similar to Camp Cadet, for special needs kids 6 years of age and up.

There will be Police, Fire and Medical Emergency personnel on site – plus emergency vehicles, vendors, games, hands-onactivities, music by Backyard Broadcasting and more! 
Sign up by September 5th.

Backyard Broadcasting has a public affairs show called “In Touch” that airs Sunday mornings and focuses on life in and around Lycoming County… brought to you by Geisinger, Muncy and Jersey Shore - state-of-the-art healthcare, close to home.

Senator Gene Yaw and Representative Joe Hamm inviteyou to their annual Senior Expo Thursday, September 18th at Community Baptist Church in Montoursville.
It’s a one-stop-shop for seniors and caregivers who are looking for information and services about Home Health Care, Financial Needs, End-of Life-Planning, and more, plus a chance to securely shred personal documents and discard old medications. 

It's the August 2025 Backyard Business Spotlight with Shawn Carey and Jason Fink (President/CEO, Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce). 

We recap the Grand Slam Parade, Little League World Series as well as the "Williamsport Welcomes The World" street festival as our area saw a boom in event attendance and economic activity that resonated in record numbers! 

Also, we wrap up the month with a preview of PM Exchanges and area ribbon cuttings!