On Deck has everything you need to know for Monday, January 3. Our top story is about rare sightings of snowy owls in central Illinois. You’ll also hear about Veloxity Labs – a bioanalytical research company based in Peoria. WCBU’s Tim Shelley interviews Veloxity president Shane Needham of Idaho about why he based his company in the River City, and how Veloxity’s work will play a key role in the development of new drugs and treatments. On Deck is produced by WCBU intern Holden Kellogg.