Tracy with the Walk to End Alzheimer's was in studio on Big Jake's show Tuesday to talk about the upcoming walk in Centralia this Saturday, September 21st. Learn more, sign up, or donate at the link below!
https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2024/MO-GreaterMissouri?pg=entry&fr_id=17725
The Washington County Fairboard are excited to announce the concert lineup for the 2025 fair on Wednesday, July 9th, at the Washington County Fairgrounds in Nashville.
Headlining the show is Parmalee (https://www.wmix94.com/episode/parmalee/), a leading country act with four #1 singles and over 1 billion streams. Known for hits like “Carolina,” “Just the Way,” and “Take My Name,” they recently topped the charts with “Girl In Mine.”
Opening for Parmalee is Redferrin, an innovative Nashville singer/songwriter known for his energetic and rebellious style. He recently made his opry debut in February. Redferrin is currently streaming over 200 million globally and was recognized as an Amazon Artist to Watch in 2024. He joins Big Jake's show to discuss his dirtbike riding career before making the jump to pursue music, his influences, country music today, and what to expect when gates open at 6 PM, and the show starts at 7 PM on July 9th. General Admission, Track, and VIP Pit tickets go on sale now at 8 AM, available at thewashingtoncountyfair.com. Don’t miss it!
Courtney Beal with the U of I Extension (Bond-Clinton-Jefferson-Marion-and Washington Counties) sits down with Big Jake to discuss their current canned food drive going on that will see a big push during the Mt. Vernon Rams game on Saturday, 2/8.
Future Business Leaders of America is a student organization for motivated students who want to have fun and grow as leaders. FBLA is a student leadership organization with many facets. While business is in the name, careers and leadership development programs benefits all students. Mt. Vernon Township High School's FBLA Adviser Julie Hayes and 2 MVTHS Seniors joined Big Jake's show this morning to chat about their program, future plans, and of course their annual Pink-Out Football Game to benefit Breast Cancer Treatment/Research on Friday, 9/13.
The FBLA has hosted this fundraiser since 2012 when the President (at that time) & football player wanted to do a fundraiser for breast cancer because his mother had been diagnosed.
Fans can purchase a Jersey Sponsorship for $100 to get a survivor or someone's name that is/was affected by breast cancer on the back of a Jersey worn by player during the game. That sponsor can also take part in the Jersey Ceremony after the game, where players give their game-worn jersey to the sponsor.
Pinkout Designed Shirts will also be available for purchase via the link below or the day of the game for Short sleeve ($15); Long sleeve ($20) Crew ($25) Hoodie ($35). T-Shirt Pickup at school next Tuesday 9/10. Online: https://shopsilkworm.com/mtvernonpinkout
Business Sponsors are also available. Sponsors get their business logo printed on back of Pinkout Shirts that will be worn LONG after the game on 9/13, all for a $100 donation.
The FBLA will also host a Rubberduck Drop Raffle where Pink rubber ducks dropped from the bucket of fire truck (fire science instructors) and the Duck closest to the "X" wins $100. Tickets can be purchased the night of the game for this too.
