Special Edition

Brian Hughes speaks with Mary Ann Iezzi, Executive Director of the Lackawanna Blind Association and client Marty McKeel about the 97th Annual Helen Keller Day Fashion Show, coming up on Friday April 24th beginning at 5:30pm at the Manor on Main in Dickson City. Brian speaks with Scott Kremp, President of Kremp Florist in Willow Grove, Pa. about changes in the Floral Industry. An encore of Brian’s interview with comedian and social influencer Jeannine Luby about her funny and serious activities coming up in April and May. WILK’s Sue Henry speaks with Ashley Maconeghy, owner of Bingham's Family Restaurant in Susquehanna County, which is once again in the running for USA Today's "Best Roadside Diner" honors. And an encore of Brian’s interview with Gretchen Duff from Bethany Christian Services about strengthening families and empowering youth.

Host Nancy Kman and special guest Maria DeLuca, Dean of Early College and Educational Partnerships, discuss the "Two Plus Two" strategy, a pathway that allows students to earn a prestigious four-year degree while saving tens of thousands of dollars in tuition debt.

In This Episode:

The Two Plus Two Strategy: How starting at LCCC for the first two years allows students to transfer to a four-year university as a junior, and graduate with the same bachelor's degree as their peers. Dramatic Cost Savings: A comparison of LCCC’s affordable tuition vs. that of private institutions. Transfer Agreements: Discussing partnerships with the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and local private colleges like Misericordia and Wilkes that guarantee credit transfers and scholarships. Support for the Undecided: How the General Studies program allows students to explore various career paths for just $150 per credit before committing to a major. Grandparent Guidance: Shareable tips to help grandchildren navigate personal finance, academic advising, and details on finding "hidden" scholarship opportunities that often go unused.

Brian Hughes speak with safety activist Eileen Miller, who discusses Paul Miller’s Law, which will begin fining PA drivers who operate vehicles while texting, calling, scrolling, or taking photos while driving, even at red lights, with $50 fines for drivers beginning on June 5th, as well as spotlighting National Distracted Driving Awareness Month during the month of April. Brian speaks with John Augustine, President and CEO of Penn Northeast about the proliferation of data centers in Northeast Pa. And Brian speaks with author Max Furek about his new book, and appearance to benefit the Back Mountain Memorial Library on April 26th.

WILK’s Sue Henry speaks with Wyoming County DA Joe Peters about his new gambling initiative. Brian Hughes speaks with Tom Martin from the Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Contractors National Association about trade job opportunities in Pa. An encore of Brian’s interview with Kathy, Chitrali and Melissa from Misericordia University about their SLP Connect program for people with aphasia, dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases. An encore of Sue Henry’s interview with Pa. Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulitch on senior issues in Pennsylvania. And an encore of Brian’s interview with Sean Gallagher from SEIA on how solar power can slow the spike in energy prices in Pennsylvania.

Brian Hughes speaks with Amanda Marchegiani from the Northeast Regional Cancer Center about Casual Day, coming up on Thursday March 26th. Brian speaks with Mary Lee from Lingokids who has a solution for quality kids screentime and Spring Break activities. Brian speaks with comedian and social influencer Jeannine Luby about her funny and serious activities coming up in April and May. Brian speaks with Gretchen Duff from Bethany Christian Services about strengthening families and empowering youth. And an encore of Brian’s interview with author Jan Cress Dondi, author of the book, “The Navigator’s Letter”, about the true mission by her father Bob Cress and Uncle John White to destroy a German oil refinery in Romania in August 1943.

Brian Hughes speaks with Wyoming County District Attorney Joe Peters on the subjects of Human Trafficking and Fentanyl. Brian speaks with Amber and Cristin from Northeast Child Care Services about their Pa Pre K Counts program. Brian speaks with Kathy, Chitrali and Mellissa from Misericordia University about their SLP Connect program for people with aphasia, dementia and other neurodegenerative diseases. Brian speaks to Sean Gallagher from SEIA on how solar power can slow the spike in energy prices in Pennsylvania. And Brian speaks with David Parmalee from Little Theatre Wilkes Barre about their upcoming production of “A Chorus Line”, coming up March 20th thru the 29th at the theatre on North Main Street, and WILK’s Jason Barsky speaks with Bob Durkin from the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce on the Chamber’s planning process.

WILK’s Sue Henry speaks with Pa. Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulitch on senior issues in Pennsylvania. Brian Hughes speaks with Sandy Markwood from USAging about the hidden hunger crisis among seniors. Brian speaks with Robert Gordon, Director of Policy and Research for APCIA about why home insurance prices are rising in Pennsylvania. Brian speaks with Dr. Theresa Whited about the need for a yearly Covid 19 vaccine. And Brian speaks with Ryan Jay about the Battle of the Bards 18, Free Community Theatre featuring 4 new plays written in 3 days on Sunday March 8th at 6pm at the V Spot, located on Providence Road in Scranton

Brian Hughes speaks with Karen Ryczak from the Northeast Regional Cancer Center about National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month during the month of March. Brian speaks with Mark Davis and Courtney Wagner from the Trucksville United Methodist Church about their Pillars Vision Celebration,beginning with their Community Easter Celebration Breakfast on Saturday March 21, 2026 in the Church’s Fellowship Hall. WILK’s Sue Henry speaks with Fred DeSanto and Anna Gallo from Victory Sports about the organization’s mission and their plans moving forward. And an encore of Brian’s interview with LCCC President John Yudichak and Misericordia University President Daniel Myers about the Accelerate Your Degree collaboration between the 2 schools in simplifying the transfer process and helping students save money.

Nancy & Jason from the WILK Morning News speak with Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan about the debate over data centers and ICE activities. An encore of Brian Hughes’ interview with Mary Liz Donato, Head of the Lackawanna County Dept. of Planning & Gus Fahey from Valley in Motion about Safe Streets Lackawanna, an initiative to reduce fatal and severe injury crashes by 50% by 2045. Nancy & Jason speak with Amy Liester from the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce about the Scranton 3.0 Plan in the Local Business Community Update. And Brian speaks with author and NEPA native John Yamrus about his latest book, “Captain Beefheart Never Licked My Decals Off, Baby”.

Brian Hughes speaks with LCCC President John Yudichak and Misericordia University President Daniel Myers about the Accelerate Your Degree collaboration between the 2 schools in simplifying the transfer process and helping students save money. WILK’s Sue Henry speaks with Cassandra Coleman, Executive Director of America 250 PA who discusses Pennsylvania’s participation in America’s 250th birthday festivities. Brian speaks with singer and producer Robert Allan Mycko about Jessup’s 150th Birthday celebrations this year. An encore of Brian’s interview with Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett about her new book on dealing with toxic bosses. And WILK’s Bob Cordaro speaks with legendary area journalist David DeCosmo about covering the art and memorabilia thefts at the Everhart Museum in Scranton.