Greg & Dan Show Interviews

Greg and Dan talk with Sean Sullivan and Pat Sullivan of Kelleher's Irish Pub & Eatery about their annual Fourth of July Family Fun Fest supporting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Peoria. They explain how the event transforms the Kelleher’s parking lot and nearby Water Street into a festive riverfront celebration space on July 4th starting at 5:00 PM.

They also discuss why the fundraiser has remained such an important tradition for so many years. The event includes food, drinks, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and a reserved viewing area for the fireworks show over the Peoria Riverfront, making it a long-standing summer highlight for families across the area!

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Greg and Dan talk with Mike Wild and Chief Brad Dixon about Choose Greater Peoria Red, White, and Boom Presented by i3 Broadband, on Saturday, July 4th. They discuss the enhanced security measures in place this year, including the clear bag policy, why attendees should arrive earlier than usual, and the importance of being patient during such a large community event. They also share what visitors can expect from this year's show.

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Greg and Dan talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council! 

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Greg and Dan talk with John Farmer musician, about what he's currently working on and the journey that led him into music creation. He shares his musical background, explains how he discovered the AI-powered music platform Suno, and how it inspired him to create the virtual artist "Clarapetra"

Find out more at https://www.clarapetra.com/

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Greg and Dan talk with Kristen Williams Reynolds from the Itoo Society about the 59th Annual Itoo Shish-Ka-Bob, taking place Sunday, June 28th from 11:00 AM–6:00 PM at the Itoo Banquet Hall on Farmington Road. She highlights the delicious menu, explains the different ways guests can order, shares how the food is prepared for the annual event, and discusses the mission of the Itoo Society and its commitment to preserving cultural traditions while supporting the community!

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Greg and Dan talk with Shawn Degenhart about the upcoming God Bless America Patriotic Gospel Fest happening Thursday, July 2nd at Five Points Washington. He shares details about the event, how the idea for the festival came together, and what attendees can expect from this celebration of faith, patriotism, and gospel music.

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Greg and Dan talk with Julie Bonar and Tessa Mahoney about the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program, which begins Monday as part of its annual rollout. They explain how the program works, including the distribution of coupons that seniors can use at local farmers markets to access fresh produce. The discussion also covers the challenges of maintaining healthy eating habits, the importance of nutrition education, and how the program helps support both seniors and local farmers in the community!

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Greg and Dan talk with Liz Skinner, who served as mayor of Delavan for 17 years before retiring in May 2025, about the upcoming America 250 Celebration on June 30th at Veterans Park. She discusses the patriotic concert and who will be performing, the planning and preparation behind the event, and the importance of bringing the community together to celebrate the nation’s history and heritage.

For more information, go to The Optimist Club of Delevan on Facebook!

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Greg and Dan talk with Jason Klein, Vice President of Electric Operations for Ameren about the significant impact recent severe weather has had on the electrical system across the region. He discusses the number of utility poles lost over the past two weeks, the widespread outages that occurred, and the efforts made by Ameren Illinois crews and mutual aid teams to restore power to affected customers. He also shares what customers should know moving forward.

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Greg and Dan talk with Chris Setti of the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council about disaster resilience and preparedness among businesses throughout the region. He discusses the economic impact that disasters can have on communities, the importance of planning and recovery efforts, and why maintaining a strong, vibrant downtown Peoria is critical to the area's long-term growth and success.

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