Tricia Higgins, Marketing Director with the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, stops by to discuss how they’ve started their annual Girl Scout Cookie Program. Not only is the Cookie Program the largest girl led entrepreneurial program in the world, it is also a catalyst to fueling all of the adventures of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Customers aren’t simply purchasing cookies – they are empowering girls. Every purchase stays local and provides girls opportunities like camping, travel, robotics, and so much more. gsofsi.org/findcookies to search out a cookie booth nearest you!

Allison Heater, Family Finding & Recruitment Supervisor with Caritas Family Solutions joins the show to discuss the changes in Foster Care, the number of children locally in care or looking for a stable home environment, respite care,...
Kaskaskia College President George Evans joins Big Jake’s show this morning to discuss the economic impact KC has on the local communities, their new gym ground breaking, and their upcoming Foundation Scholarship Fundraiser....
Local businessmen, civic leaders, and others will prepare their favorite dishes and compete for their chance to win a Golden Skillet. Chefs will face off in a fun filled evening where guest are able to sample a...