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12 Toys For The Toy Hall Of Fame
When I grew up, my parents never really spoiled us. We got toys, but I remember thinking to myself - the number of toys I got vs. my friends was very unbalanced. One toy I did have that I remember giving me hours and hours of joy, was my battleship game. I would bring it with me all over the place. My dad and I would s...
5h ago

APL Pet of the Week: Key
Meet Key! Key is a 1 year old grey short hair male cat. He loves cuddles and all the attention he can get! He would be the perfect family cat for anyone in the market for a handsome, perfect boy. Key and all of his buddies are available for adoption at APL, located at 1001 Taintor Rd. Springfield, IL. We are open for v...
8h ago

Wet Nose Wednesday : Serenity
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Sep 17, 2025

These "Modern Stressors" Didn't Exist Back in the Day
Things are a LOT different now than they were 20 or 30 years ago. For example, you used to have to WEAR PANTS while picking out a movie to watch . . . in most jurisdictions. Boomers and Gen X'ers are talking about the "modern stressors" that DIDN'T EXIST back in the day. Here are some highlights: 1. Cyber c...
Sep 16, 2025
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Bosses, Parents, Educators: The Fight for Better Service Starts With Us
Over the weekend, I had one of the worst customer service experiences of my life - and the wild part is, it didn't even happen to me directly. It happened to my lovely wife. The whole situation made me so mad that I couldn't believe anyone would think this kind of behavior was acceptable. But then again, common sense i...
Sep 15, 2025

Channel 1450 Check-In With Leanna Churchill
A visit with Channel 1450's Leanna Churchill recapping the highlights from last weekend's high school sports and giving us a preview of the upcoming weeks' Prep action, including week 4 of Friday Night Lights!
Sep 15, 2025

Week 3 Pep Rally Pop Quiz Braggin Rights Video
What do you get when you put a bunch of cheerleaders on the radio and ask them basic questions about their fellow cheer mates? You get the PEP RALLY POP QUIZ on 99-7 CVS Presented by Every Friday morning on 99-7 CVS with Bondsy we feature a Friday Night Football Game and the cheer squads who'll be making the NOISE on ...
Sep 12, 2025

APL Pet of the Week: Mola!
Today, we met Mola! She is ready for a home! To start your adoption process for Mola, click HERE!
Sep 11, 2025

The 2025 Ride To Remember 9-11
Diane Hughes from Hall's Harley-Davidson stops by to tell us about this Sunday's (9/14/25) "Ride To Remember 9-11", in honor of those that lost their lives and to honor the First Responders and Heroes of 9/11/2001. For more info log on to hallsh-d.com or go to wfmb.com.
Sep 11, 2025

Wet Nose Wednesday : Tats For Tails Fundraiser
Each week we feature a new animal looking for a loving home from Sangamon County Animal Control.
Sep 10, 2025
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Week Four Hype: Quincy Notre Dame vs Sacred Heart-Griffin
The Sacred Heart-Griffin Cyclones host the Quincy Notre Dame Raiders on Friday night. Get ready for their week four Central State Eight West matchup with the hype video.
3h ago

Glenwood Previews Week Four Matchup With Rochester
Talking with Glenwood head coach David Hay, senior wide receiver Blake Lehnen and senior offensive and defensive lineman Cody Moss about the Week Four matchup with Rochester and what they expect on Friday.
7h ago

High School Fantasy Football: Week 4
DP has a monster week three and retakes the lead after Michael grabbed it in Week two. See the results from Week 3 from the players and defenses drafted and check out who DP, Leanna and
15h ago

The Download with DP Episode 3 - Jon Wiezorek
Glenwood’s trainer Jon Wiezorek (4:08) breaks down his career path in athletic trainer and a walk down memory lane to his fighting days – how they started, ended and some great stories in between. Thanks to Jamie
15h ago

Glenwood Settles For Draw With Normal West After Grabbing Two Goal Lead
Noah Lane assisted on both goals as Glenwood went up 2-0 with 36 minutes to play in the game. McKenzie Doe scored on a header as time expired in the first half and Jack Evans finished
18h ago

Cyclones Sweep City Golf for Second Straight Year
Sacred Heart-Griffin won the team and individual titles at the Boys City Golf event held on Wednesday at Lincoln Greens. Freshman Hank Davis won the individual title in a second playoff hole for the Cyclones. Carter
19h ago

COUNTRY Financial High School Football UPickEm 2025: Week Four
A couple big Central State Eight games this week plus a full slate of Sangamo games. DP, Leanna and Michael talk about what they saw last week and Friday’s schedule. Don’t forget to follow the link
Sep 17, 2025

Rochester Dominates Third Set To Complete Comeback Against Sacred Heart Griffin
The Cyclones grabbed the win in the first set 26-24 but the Rockets took an early lead in the third set and never looked back. Rochester volleyball beat Sacred Heart Griffin 2-1 (24-26, 25-21, 25-17) for
Sep 17, 2025

Pier Scores Twice To Power Rockets Past Cyclones
Rochester soccer picked up a big Central State Eight home win 4-2 over Sacred Heart Griffin on Tuesday evening. Nick Pier scored once in each half for the Rockets. Carson Berberet added one in the first
Sep 17, 2025

Hartsburg Emden Takes Final Two Sets for Victory Over Athens
Hartsburg Emden was down 20-13 in the final set and worked their way back for the three set victory over Athens. The Stags won 17-25, 25-15, 26-24. Hartsburg Emden will travel to Routt on Thursday while
Sep 17, 2025