WBGL Community Matters

Today's guest is Jeff Morlock. He leads Battle Cross Crusaders who provide various types of recognition to U.S. veterans and their families. Jeff shares how his group will be honoring our fallen heroes on Memorial Day.

We are often concerned about matters of physical health and well being when it comes to our children or grand-children, but what about their mental health? Dr. Joannie Debrito is a counselor and Focus On The Family Contributor who provides insight into this important topic.

"In 2020, an estimated 5.8 million Americans aged 65 years or older had Alzheimer's disease. This number is projected to nearly triple to 14 million people by 2060." Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. President & Chief Executive Officer of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America, discusses areas of research, funding, education and care, as they pertain to this important issue.

April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month and with this in mind, we are talking with Lora Mock. She's a retired physical therapist and current coach of a Rock Steady Boxing gym. Also, Neal Merchen is with us on today's show. He's a member of this gym, and he talks about how it has helped him on his journey with Parkinson's Disease.

Brad Uken, Director of the Champaign County Farm Bureau, discusses what farmers are currently doing to prepare for planting and how world events could impact farming and food prices in 2023.

I's a fun and informative conversation about severe weather with storm chaser, drone pilot and WBGL Radio/WCIA TV chief meteorologist, Kevin Lighty!

Sara Foretz, Lead Reporter and National Spokesperson for Convoy Of Hope shares about the Ukrainian Refugee Crisis and How Convoy Of Hope, with their local partners and churches are stepping up to help men, women and children who are fleeing their country for safety and security.

A high percentage of first time dads were raised without a father in the home. Author Kendall Smith experienced the struggles of growing up without his dad, and so he decided to form a plan for raising his child. His plan translated to a book which helps rookie dad's find meaning and success in raising their kids.

Intermittent Fasting is becoming known as a way to lose weight, improve your health, and simplify your lifestyle. Marisa Moon is a board Certified Health and Intermittent Fasting Coach who will share how intermittent fasting can be done and how it can benefit our health.

Dr. Jolene Erlacher is an author, speaker, college professor and founder of Leading Tomorrow. Her passion is to "equip a new generation of leaders, resource and inform experienced leaders, and develop inter-generational teams for influential and effective service in a rapidly changing culture."