Category Archives: Local Stories

Primary Election Night Coverage on 97.7FM/970 AM WMAY
As voters across central Illinois head to the polls for the March 17th Primary Election, 97.7 FM/970 AM WMAY will provide live, indepth Election Night coverage starting at 7:00 p.m. WMAY's Election Ni...
Michele Mitchell 6h ago

Free Beer and Hot Wings Return to Mornings on 92.7 WQLZ Starting March 16th
Big things are happening on 92.7 WQLZ, and we're pumped to finally share the news. Beginning Monday, March 16th, Free Beer and Hot Wings make its return to Springfield mornings! You'll be able to catc...
Michele Mitchell 13h ago

Get Ready for the 42nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Downtown Springfield
Springfield's most festive tradition is back! On Saturday, March 14th at the crack o' noon, the 42nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade will bring a whole lot of fun to the heart of downtown. And this ye...
Michele Mitchell Mar 10, 2026

John Spalding Hosts the Sold Out AgeLinc Mardi Graw Masquerade Gala
On Saturday, March 7th, AgeLinc held its 5th Annual Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala at the Crowne Plaza. The event was sold out and brought community members together to support AgeLinc's ongoing services ...
Michele Mitchell Mar 10, 2026

Polar Plunge Draws Record Participation on Lake Springfield
Saturday, March 7th brought the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to the KC Club on Lake Springfield, supporting Special Olympics Illinois. More than 500 registered plungers took part, mar...
Michele Mitchell Mar 09, 2026 Rock (left) from 98.7 WNNS and Ryan (right) from 92.7 WQLZ both took the plunge.

Friends of the Curve Inn Fundraiser
Join us for a special night of community, music, and support as we rally behind The Curve Inn following the devastating fire on February 20, 2026. Saturday, March 21, 2026 4:00pm - 10:00pm Columbian H...
Michele Mitchell Mar 09, 2026

Milestone Moment: All Our Brands Now Under One Roof
On Monday, March 2nd the WCM Springfield team gathered for a special breakfast to celebrate a major milestone - all of our morning shows are officially under one roof at the new Riverton location. Ove...
Michele Mitchell Mar 05, 2026

Community Leaders Help Raise $3,950 at 21st Annual All Sports Trivia Night
Sports fans from across the Springfield area packed into KC Council #364 on Sunday, February 15, 2026, for the 21st Annual All Sports Trivia Night. Presented by Sports Radio 92.3 FM/1450 AM and Channe...
Michele Mitchell Feb 18, 2026

There's something for every Valentine on The Weekender for Friday, February 13, 2026
Parents' Night Out Valentine Edition Saturday at the Kidzeum. Drop off starts at 5pm, pickup by 8pm. More Info 21st Annual All Sports Trivia Night Sunday night at the KC Hall. Trivia starts at 6pm and...
Michele Mitchell Feb 13, 2026

Ballet, theater, art, live music, and celebrating the Lunar New Year on the Weekender for Friday, February 6, 2026
Princess and The Frog: A Children's Ballet The Legacy Theatre Friday at 7pm and Saturday at 3pm and 5pm. More Info The Addams Family Hoogland Center for the Arts Friday at Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunda...
Michele Mitchell Feb 06, 2026
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