If you want to make a big purchase, such as a new car or a piece of property, or you were faced with a large, unexpected expense, such as a major home or auto repair, would you have the funds readily available? If not, you might look at what may be your biggest pool of money — your 401(k) or IRA. But should you tap into these accounts well before you retire?

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans battle the Southeastern Suns at the Great Western Shootout.

The West Central Heat take on the Ridgewood Spartans and United Boys Basketball Holiday Tournament.

Pearson and Cavanaugh discuss the transition of Warren County Public Transportation being operated by the Warren County Board, the purchase of a transport van for inmates, the Public Risk Funds Grant, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Attorney Glasgow discusses the operation at Clark and Glasgow, describes the type of crimes they assist the citizens accused in, talks success stories, what a person should do first when they may need an attorney, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.

Sanberg and Armstrong discuss warm December temperatures, reviews 2023, and the Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting.

The long-running Great Western Shootout is back this weekend at Abingdon-Avon High School. A-Town Athletic Director Reid Kelso gave us a preview on the WRAM Morning Show on Friday.

The Monmouth-Roseville Titans are trying to win themselves into a top-4 seed at the Macomb/Western Holiday Tournament. So far, so good, as they picked up a big win on the road at West Hancock. Head coach Jake Sottos talked about the importance of getting wins heading into Sunday night's seeding show.

The United Red Storm take on the West Central Heat in the 3rd place game of the United Girls Basketball Holiday Tournament.

Superintendent Whitsitt discusses the truth and taxation hearing, summer projects within the district, the beginning process of moving grade levels in the buildings, policy updates, the hiring of a new principal at the High School, State Scholars, and more on the WRAM Morning Show.