WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. You'll hear from ISU football coach Brock Spack ahead of their semifinal game at Villanova. Plus, a look at Country Financial's origin story on its 100th birthday.

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