Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Retired Brigadier General Robbie Robertson and Dr. John Ruff join The Greg and Dan Show to talk about the Peoria High Alumni Association's Golf Outing at Weaver Ridge on May 31st. 

Brigadier General Robertson and Dr. Ruff discuss the impact that the Alumni Association has on the students of Peoria High, the organization's mission, and the details of the event. 

All proceeds will benefit the Peoria High Alumni Association and their efforts. 

Visit peoriahighalumni.org to register and for more information.

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Greg and Dan speak with Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce President Joshua Gunn as he says goodbye to the Peoria area after arriving in 2020. 

Gunn notes his affection and gratitude for the Peoria area, the excitement of moving to Glendale, Arizona where he will assume a similar role, and reflecting on the impact he created in Peoria. 

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Traffic One's Ken Zurski joins The Greg and Dan Show to preview the upcoming Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 18th. 

Zurski gives his predictions on who might win, the possibility of a Triple Crown winner, and breaking down the field of contenders. 

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The Greg and Dan Show and the Peoria area says goodbye to a Peoria radio legend today. After 40 years on the airwaves throughout the city, Rick Hirschmann is leaving and moving to South Carolina where he doesn't quite know what's next...

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Greg and Dan welcome Peoria Vegan Chef Challenge Organizer Amy Raher and Chef Cody Scogin of Ardor Breads and Provisions for a reflection on the Vegan Chef Challenge that took place throughout the month of April and featured 18 local restaurants. 

Every participant received an award including: 1st Place & Best Breakfast awarded to Intuition Coffee + Juice, 2nd Place & Best Main Course to The Queen of Squash, and 3rd Place & Best Treat given to Tadoughs. 

Chef Cody describes the inspiration behind his team’s award-winning dessert and how Ardor became a reality in downtown Peoria. 

Raher notes the incredible success of the Peoria Vegan Chef Challenge, the retaining of vegan dishes at many of the participating restaurants, and what’s next.

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Sharon Gramm joins The Greg and Dan Show to preview the Opening Day of the Peoria Riverfront Market on Saturday, May 18th from 8:00 AM - Noon. 

Starting on May 18th and continuing every Saturday until September 28th, the Peoria Riverfront Market features local produce, food and beverage, activities for kids, entertainment, and much more.

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Greg and Dan talk to Bruce Huber of the BMW Car Club of America Foundation - Illini Chapter about the Tire Rack Street Survival Safe Driving School on Saturday, July 27th and Sunday, July 28th from 8am - 4pm. 

Huber notes that car crashes are still the leading killer of teens in America, and most of them are caused by simple, avoidable errors. 

Tire Rack Street Survival consists of two classes for drivers, ideally, ages 15-21 and is located in Caterpillar’s Building AC parking lot in Mossville. The program improves driver competence through hands-on experiences in real-world unexpected situations.

Visit streetsurvival.org to register and for more information.

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The St. Jude Corvette Drive is a two-day event benefiting St. Jude Children's Hospital. 

Washington Police Chief and St. Jude Runs Founder Mike McCoy tells Greg and Dan about the preparation leading into today's drive, and the excitement of heading to the St. Jude campus.

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Greg and Dan talk to Shannon Cox of the Peoria Art Guild about the 2024 Sculpture Walk and its Opening Day Event on Saturday, May 18th from 9:00 AM - Noon. 

This free outdoor public art exhibit features 8 new sculptures along both sides of Washington Street from the Peoria Riverfront Museum to the Bob Michel Bridge. The 2024 Sculpture Walk of Peoria exhibit will remain in place until spring 2026.

Enjoy live music, food and beverage, meet the artists, and more at the Peoria Art Guild’s location on Harrison St. Visit peoriaartguild.org for more information on the Sculpture Walk and more Art Guild related events.

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Lee Wenger stops by The Greg and Dan Show to preview the Morton Civic Chorus’ musical revue, Encore, held at the Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center in Morton from May 23-26. 

Encore 2024 marks the 53rd year of raising money for patients of Chronic Kidney disease. The Morton Civic Chorus is the largest fundraising arm for the Central Illinois Memorial Kidney Fund (CIMKF). This year’s Honorary Chairman to assist with their fundraising efforts is Wayne Menold, Senior Vice President of Hometown Banks in Morton. 

Visit cimkf.org for tickets and more information.

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