Drew Baldridge joins Big Jake while his hit song "She's Somebody's Daughter" is sitting at #3 on the Top 40 Hot Country Songs Chart. Drew tells the story of his career path leading up to 2019, COVID hitting and shutting down Nashville-his record label-and nearly his career. But out of the darkest of times, social media and the power of perseverance by Drew, the light is at the end of the tunnel and his career is back on track with now even more potential for success than when he first started. What a story...we can't wait to see what's next!

 

Tony Wielt, your local State Farm Agent in Mt. Vernon stopped by the Big Jake show this morning to discuss the upcoming Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Home & Outdoor Expo at the Times Square Mall.

 
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Regional Recruiters Mikeala & Whitney join Big Jake to discuss Deaconess Illinois' upcoming Healthcare Hiring Event in Mt. Vernon.

They are inviting healthcare professionals and job seekers to attend an upcoming Healthcare Hiring Event on Tuesday, July 29, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Conference Center, 8 Doctors Park, Mt. Vernon, IL.

This walk-in style event will offer attendees the opportunity to connect directly with department leaders, HR representatives and clinic managers to learn more about available positions and take part in on-the spot interviews.

Deaconess Illinois is actively hiring for a variety of roles, including:

• Registered Nurses (RNs)

• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Clinical and non-clinical support staff

• …and many more roles essential to delivering high-quality care.

Job seekers are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume and come prepared to speak with hiring managers and leadership representatives.

“This event reflects our ongoing investment in people and our commitment to growing a strong, compassionate healthcare workforce,” said Thomas Rye, MBA, PHR, Deaconess Illinois Director of Human Resources. “As we continue building a new era of care at Deaconess Illinois, we are looking for healthcare professionals who are passionate about excellence and patient-centered care,” said Desireé R. Stumpf, MJ, BSN, RN, HACP-CMS, SSGB, Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Chief Nursing Officer. “Whether you’re early in your career or seeking your next opportunity, we welcome you to explore what Deaconess Illinois has to offer.”

To explore open positions in advance, visit deaconess.com/careers.

 
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Noelle with the Jefferson County Child Abuse Awareness Committee (JCCAAC) joined Big Jake's show alongside Dale from Roadhouse Harley-Davidson to discuss their hosting the annual community collaborative.

This is a FREE community event for families. The event is a collaborative effort amongst many area agencies that provide services to Jefferson County. The event has the traditional “proclamation reading” by the mayor (or someone from their office) and other speakers focused on the same goal. The reading of the proclamation reminds the community that April is nationally known as child abuse awareness month.

During the month of April, efforts are ramped up to spread awareness with the goal of prevention for ALL abuse and neglect. Please join in supporting the area agencies to learn more about what they do for our county, along with having fun, free giveaways, free food, and the annual Pinwheel Planting.

Save the date!

https://www.facebook.com/jeffcochildabuseprevention

 
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