Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Dan talk with Police Chief Brad Dixon about the Peoria Police Department's recent trial of drone technology and how it is changing emergency response. He explains how drone pilots coordinate with officers on the ground, allowing drones to arrive at scenes three to four minutes before responding officers. He also discusses the department's test week, the factors that will determine whether the program becomes permanent, the FAA's line-of-sight requirements, and the process of launching and deploying drones to help improve public safety.

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Greg and Dan talk with Kelsy Martin, Senior Market Manager for Broadway in Peoria, and Scott McGorty, Vice President of Programming for the American Theatre Guild, about the organization's mission to bring Broadway's biggest productions to communities across the country. They discuss how the incredible support from the Peoria community has helped make Broadway in Peoria a success and announce that Disney's The Lion King will be part of the 2027-2028 Broadway in Peoria season.

They also share what audiences can expect from the award-winning production, highlighting its unforgettable music, breathtaking puppetry, and stunning visual effects. As North America's longest-running and most attended Broadway tour, The Lion King continues to captivate audiences of all ages while showcasing the magic of live theater.

For more information about the show, tickets, and Broadway in Peoria, visit Peoria Civic Center.

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Greg and Dan talk with Bobby Parker about Peoria City Soccer, the team's current season, and what fans can expect as the club heads into the playoffs. He reflects on the organization's history, the growth of soccer in the Peoria area, and the excitement surrounding this year's postseason. He also previews the playoff schedule and encourages the community to come out and support the team as they pursue another successful run.

Tickets and more information can be found at www.peoriacitysoccer.com/tickets

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Greg and Dan talk with Morgan DeGroot and Raynah Unes-Reid about Morgan's long journey toward receiving a kidney transplant. Morgan shares her personal story, the challenges of living while waiting for a donor, and what the transplant process is like, while Raynah explains how she stepped in to help her best friend by creating the Morgan Needs an Organ Benefit Series. Together, they highlight upcoming fundraising events, discuss the importance of organ donation awareness, and explain how the community can support Morgan throughout her transplant journey.

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Greg and Dan talk with BU President Jim Shadid about the recently announced transformation of Harper Hall. He reflects on the building's history, explains the vision behind the major renovation project, and discusses plans to complete it by Fall 2028. He also shares when construction is expected to begin, the motivation for investing in the project, how it ties into Bradley's commitment to enhancing the student experience, and the role it will play alongside the university's Golden Gateway initiative.

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Greg and Dan talk with Stephanie Cole about the upcoming 7th Annual Jeep Creep for St. Jude, taking place on August 15th at Uftring Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram. Jeep Creep for St. Jude is a fundraising event where Jeep owners and supporters come together to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through a community Jeep gathering and charitable activities. She also shares that, for the first time, the first 50 Jeeps to raise $2,500 will earn a trip to Memphis, Tennessee, to visit St. Jude and see firsthand the impact of their fundraising efforts.

For more information, visit www.stjudejeeps.org

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Greg and Dan talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council about the mission to strengthen the regional economy and support long-term growth. He discusses how the rise of AI infrastructure and data centers is influencing economic development, the role of hardware and technology in supporting artificial intelligence, and why companies are investing in this rapidly expanding industry. He also highlights the positive impact these investments can have on job creation, business growth, and the future of the Greater Peoria region.

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Greg and Dan talk with Dave Johnson of Pearl Technology about Europe's new General Safety Regulation 2 (GSR2) requirements for new vehicles, including the use of driver-monitoring cameras designed to detect distracted or drowsy driving. Dave explains how the technology works, why these safety features are being required, and how they aim to reduce crashes and improve road safety. He also discusses what these changes could mean for the future of vehicle technology around the world.

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Greg and Dan talk with Ginny Gibbs about the upcoming Havens of the Heart Garden Walk hosted by the Pilot Club of Peoria on Saturday, July 11th from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM. She shares details about the event, what guests can expect during the garden walk, and how the $15 admission helps support the Pilot Club’s grant program and projects benefiting local nonprofit agencies throughout the Peoria area.

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Greg and Dan talk with Aaron Comte about recent tragic events that took place at Springdale Cemetery and the community’s role in helping provide information. He discusses the impact of these incidents, the importance of protecting this historic space, and asks anyone with helpful information to come forward and assist with the investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Springdale Cemetery office at 309-681-1400, email [email protected], or call the non-emergency police line (309-673-4521) and reference case #202646542.

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