Kent in the Country – WOOZ – Marion, IL: Recent Episodes
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It’s almost time for NubAbility Athletics Summer Camps! July 16th through the 21st in DuQuoin! These camps are life-changing for kids from all over the world! And, they all come to Southern Illinois for this experience! I had an opportunity to talk with Sam Kuhnert with NubAbility on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! I love everything about this organization! Want to feel good? Why not consider volunteering? You will get an experience you will never forget helping kids with limb-difference learning how to compete on the playing field! CLICK HERE to find out more!
The consultation is free, and the bloodwork is free when you mention New Country Z100! Now through the end of June! Set up your appointment with True Test in Marion today by calling (618) 422-8688, or visit their website HERE! I had a chance to talk with Matt Short from True Test on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Well, Father’s Day is coming up THIS SUNDAY! And, to no one’s surprise, my Aunt Verna had to talk about it on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Well, not really about Father’s Day…but more about the dad’s!
The deal is STILL ON! NOW, through the end of June, schedule a free consultation at True Test in Marion, mention Z100, and you’ll get free bloodwork! This deal is for both men and women, no matter if you want to lose weight, have more energy, or just find out what’s really going on with your body. Call (618) 422-8688 and set up that appointment with a nurse practitioner at True Test in Marion! I had a chance to talk about it on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show with Matt Short from True Test!
Saturday, June 21st, at Community of Faith Church located just south of the Rt. 13/Rt. 148 intersection in Marion, there will be a benefit for Josh Reed and his family. Recently, Josh was diagnosed with Stage 4 Glioblastoma. All proceeds from the benefit will go towards Josh’s medical expenses and family support as they face this battle.
Hey Jeepers! Blessing of the Jeeps is coming up this Saturday at Bald Knob Cross of Peace! Be on the lookout for Aunt Verna and her friend, Ethel! Hopefully we will have good weather this Saturday! If you missed it, here’s Aunt Verna’s phone call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s the 2025 “Putt for Paws” golf scramble to benefit Save Them All Animal Rescue! Get ready for a great day of golf at Lake of Egypt Country Club on Saturday, June 14th! STAAR (Save Them All Animal Rescue) is a 501c3 charitable organization based in Southern Illinois. They work to help our furry friends make a complete recovery from whatever trauma they were involved in, and help them find forever homes! Use THIS FORM to pre-register and get your team together! I had a chance to talk with Jay from Pure Pet in Marion and Carbondale about this year’s event during our “Neighborhood News” segment on the Kent in the Country Morning Show!
While appointment times last! CALL (618) 422-8688 to set up your free consultation with bloodwork and find out what’s going on with your body! (Must mention Kent and Matt on Z100 radio) It’s time for more energy and time to start living again! I had Matt Short with True Test in Marion on the Kent in the Country Morning Show to talk about this incredible offer!
It’s happening NOW at America’s Car-Mart in Marion, Benton, and Mt. Vernon! Temperature + TAX SALE! This can really help with your down payment, and then you’ve got the car you want! It’s easy! Visit them ONLINE HERE, call (618) 997-5800, OR stop in TODAY!! I had a chance to talk with Jason Taylor with America’s Car-Mart on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show about this sale!
Visit AES Solar ONLINE HERE! Call (618) 988-0888! OR, check them out at their showroom on Rt. 13 in Carterville!
In case you missed it, my Aunt Verna was wanting to hear this one from Hank, Jr. today! And, why can’t we all get a long neck!? (scroll down for Aunt Verna’s phone call)
Hey deer hunters! Want to help out our local food pantries in the Southern Illinois Food Pantry Network? Your deer harvest this year can be donated to help feed folks in Southern Illinois through the Southern Illinois Food Pantry Network. Donate your field-dressed, legally hunted deer at the following local processors, and the meat will be donated to help those in need. Check out the image for info on where you can help out by taking your deer!
It’s time to start saving money on your electric bill! Start producing your own electricity! Call AES Solar for a free energy consultation at (618) 988-0888! OR, go online HERE!
Ready to start saving money on your electric bill? OR, maybe you want to be prepared for the next power outage? AES Solar can help! Visit their showroom on Rt. 13 in Carterville, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM, call (618) 988-0888, or visit them online HERE for a free energy consultation! I had a chance to talk with Shariff from AES Solar on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Are you ready for BIG SAVINGS on everything Milwaukee!?! It’s Milwaukee Power Days at Little Tractor and Equipment Company in Marion! I had a chance to talk with Lindsey from Little Tractor on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s a race, with pumpkins!! Don’t miss the Great Carbondale Pumpkin Race! THIS SATURDAY (10-26-24)! Registration starts at 1PM at the Mill Street Underpass in Carbondale! Racing starts at 2PM! Check out their official website HERE for all the details on how to build your own pumpkin racer! Cheaters beware! Your pumpkin racer will face the “Mallet of Justice” after the race inspection! It’s a ton of fun! I had a chance to talk with Marsha and Dawn with the Carbondale Breakfast Rotary about this free, family-friendly event on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Well it’s that time of year again, when Aunt Verna picks out a questionable Halloween costume idea. AND, it’s the Monster Mash! If you missed it, here’s her phone call from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! (scroll down for phone call)
The Holidays are right around the corner, and all of that great holiday food will be here too! Why wait until January 1st to start on another diet? Get started today with a free consultation at Premiere U in Marion! CALL (618) 993-2906.
Hey Marion, IL! The Marion High School pink-out game is THIS FRIDAY night at Marion High School! Come on out early for dinner by Louie’s P & R, and a chance to bid on some great silent auction items, all in an effort to raise money for some local folks who are battling cancer. I had a chance to talk with event organizer, Joni Manfredo, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
There are more and more Good Samaritans stepping up in Southern Illinois to help those folks affected by Hurricane Helene. Use the form below to send in your local donation collection event to us at New Country Z100. We will add them here to our list, and share online, and on the air from time to time. Thank you for your help!
Riley’s Smokehouse BBQ in Marion
NOW through 8PM, Monday, October 6th
MORE INFO click here!
Murphysboro
Kelly’s Transport will have a trailer set up in the parking lot THIS WEEKEND (10-5-24 and 10-6-24) next to the Murphysboro police station. Also, a collection site will be available at “I Am Java” coffee shop on 14th Street in town.
Non-perishable food items, bottled water, diapers, wipes, etc.
DATES: Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th — more info call (618) 305-0011
Hurricane Relief Local Donation Effort Fill out this form and let us know if you have a local donation event going on for Eastern Tennesse, or Western North Carolina Your Name(Required) First Last Phone(Required)Town(Required)Flyer for your donation eventMax. file size: 600 MB.Your Email(Required)Tell us the who, what, why, and when, of your local donation drive. Let us know some of the things you are looking to take for Hurricane Relief. Please include the deadline to donate.(Required) I agree to the Data Retention Policy
If you are looking for new furniture, you’ve got to check out the anniversary sale going on NOW in the furniture capital of Southern Illinois! BFJ Interiors, ER Brown Furniture, and West Frankfort House Furnishings have come together to bring you unbeatable savings! We tallied it up, and combined, these stores have been in business for 291 years! They aren’t going anywhere! Swing by West Frankfort and check it out! I had a chance to talk with Matt Brown on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Are you headed to Town and Country Days in Eldorado this weekend!? Look for the AES Solar booth at the festival! They’ve been helping folks in Saline County and all over Southern Illinois lower their electric bills since 1999! I had a chance to talk with Shariff Shakir on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
I love it when Matt from True Test in Marion stops by Z100! We had some fun today on the #KiTC Morning Show, AND, he wanted to remind that True Test in Marion has services for ladies too! It’s not just for guys! In case you missed it, check out our segment from this morning’s show…
If it’s time for a car, but your credit isn’t the best, it’s OK! It’s time to get to your nearest Car-Mart location and take advantage of their $99 down plus tax sale! I had a chance to talk with Jason Taylor from America’s Car-Mart on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Happy 110th birthday to the cash register at ER Brown Furniture in West Frankfort, the Furniture Capital of Southern Illinois! To celebrate, ER Brown Furniture is joining forces with BFJ Interiors, and West Frankfort House Furnishings to bring you an amazing sale on name brand furniture you know and trust! Don’t miss the 110 year anniversary sale going on until the end of September ONLY! It’s time to take a drive to West Frankfort, IL, for your new furniture you need just in time for the holidays! I had a chance to talk with Kyle Brown from ER Brown on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show…
Ready to take back control of your electric bill? AES Solar can help! Get a free energy consultation today! (618) 988-0888!
Hey Hey! If you need a car, now is the time! Get to your nearest America’s Car-Mart location and pay just $99 down, plus the tax, and you’re driving! I had a chance to talk with Jason Taylor on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show…
True-Test in Marion is NOW open in their new location next to Thai-D! More room, more opportunities to live your best life! I had a chance to talk with Matt Short about everything this new location has to offer!
Attention veterans! This Sunday is your day at the DuQuoin State Fair! Free parking, free admission, and free entertainment and lunch at the Expo Hall! I had a chance to talk with gold star mom, Gaye Eisenhauer, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show about the event!
My Aunt Verna is ready for the DuQuoin State Fair! Always great to hear her phone call every Thursday morning on the Kent in the Country Morning Show!
This is BIG! Blackberry Smoke is coming to Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort! Get your tickets on sale with a pre-sale Thursday, August 22nd, and to general public Friday, August 23rd! CLICK HERE for TICKETS
Hey guys… feeling wore out all the time? Brain fog? Needing a boost? It’s time to get in with True Test in Marion! I had an opportunity to talk with Matt Short from True Test on today’s #KiTC Morning Show…
Aunt Verna’s girdle got a little overheated yesterday walkin’ home from the dollar store! Be careful out there, it’s dang hot!!
It’s time for the Summer Ski Patrol and on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, Aunt Verna is trying to figure out how to sign up. Her friend, Ethel, is ready to get on the water with a brand new 2024 Sea-Doo Spark! You’ve got a couple chances coming up this weekend to sign up to win it! Tres Hombres, tomorrow, Friday, July 26th from 4-6pm, and Saturday, July 27th from noon to 2pm at Watermark Ford in Marion! Get signed up today!
Installing and servicing solar since 1999, you can trust AES Solar in Carterville! AND, they will come to you in Southern Illinois! Call (618) 988-0888 for a free energy consultation. NO high-pressure, just information to help you make your decision to take control of your electric bill!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for FRIDAY, July 19th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
Ready to lose the weight!? Maybe you’ve tried everything and it just keeps coming back. Get in touch with our friends at Medical Weight Loss Solutions of Marion: Premiere U! They have a solution for you, and they’ll be there with you every step of the way! I had a chance to talk with Destiny Petrowich, PA-C on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
My Aunt Verna surprised me on the show this morning with an early phone call! She wants to wish your family a very happy and safe 4th of July! #AMERICA!
It’s TIME to start saving money on your electric bill! Get with the company in Southern Illinois who’s been installing solar since 1999! AES Solar in Carterville! (618) 988-0888!
Strengthening families by creating memories that matter! That’s what it’s all about at Zoomers RV of Illinois! Are you ready to go camping with your family and start making those memories? Get to Zoomers RV of Illinois at the Ina exit on I-57! They’ve got a camper that’s perfect for your family, and your budget! I was able to talk about some of my favorite camping memories with Mike Weaver, owner of Zoomers RV, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Well, it’s a big day for Aunt Verna! She’s headed to the foot Dr. to finally get that bunion taken care of! AND, she heard a pair of original blue suede shoes worn by Elvis are hitting the auction block! In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
There’s a ton of great entertainment coming to the Event Center at Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort! JUST ANNOUNCED on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show… it’s the Oak Ridge Boys! With over 50 years of touring, the legendary Oak Ridge Boys are celebrating with their farewell tour! Don’t miss an opportunity to see the Oaks ONE MORE TIME! AND, you’ll be able to see them in our own backyard, right here at Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19th!! In case you missed it, I had Johnathan Condit with Walker’s Bluff Casino Resort on the air this morning with the announcement! CLICK HERE for TICKETS! ON SALE Friday, June 28th, at 10AM!
If you’re tired of the anxiety from opening your electric bill every month, it’s time to get in touch with AES Solar in Carterville! CALL (618) 988-0888 or stop by their showroom in Carterville with 4 fully-functional systems on display! I had a chance to talk with Shariff on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show…
It’s never too late to lose the weight with Premiere U: Medical Weight Loss Solutions of Marion! I had a chance to talk with Destiny Petrowich, PA-C, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for TUESDAY, June 25th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
LOOK OUT for Verna in her cut-off shorts and American Flag bikini top! Oh boy! Street Machine Nationals this weekend in DuQuoin!
It’s time to go solar and start gaining piece of mind about your electric bill with AES Solar! Proudly selling American made products for your entire system! You can see 4 fully-functional working systems at their showroom on Rt. 13 in Carterville, 9A-5P Monday through Friday!
It’s the CMA Music Festival, CMA Fest! AND, I had a chance to talk with Josh Gass on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Josh has been attending the CMA Fest for many years, when it was at the fairgrounds in Nashville and called, Fan Fair! He knows the ins and outs of everything in Nashville, and he has some great advice if this is your first time at the CMA Fest! Here’s out interview from this morning’s show…
Look out NASHVILLE! Here’s comes Verna! My Aunt Verna is headed to the CMA Fest today! In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
The 4th Annual Brayden King Baseball Tournament is happening THIS WEEKEND (June 8th and 9th) at the Vienna baseball fields! Teams from all over will be in for competition! Just $5 admission, kids 5 and under are free! Silent auction items, raffle, and great food! I had a chance to talk with Brayden’s mom, Kathy Poole, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. (scroll down for interview)
Mark your calendars for this fun event to help the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Saturday, June 22nd at the Herrin Bocce Courts. The folks at Teddy’s Sports Bar and Grill are working to raise a ton of money for the life-saving research going on at St. Jude with a bocce tournament! YOU MUST SIGN UP in ADVANCE! Deadline to sign up is THURSDAY, JUNE 20th! Use the form below to enter your team into the tournament and get it in to Teddy’s in Herrin TODAY! Thank you for helping the kids!
My Aunt Verna is ready for the Blessing of the Jeeps THIS SATURDAY! (6-1-24) Scroll down for her phone call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
When the power goes out, do you have something to keep your essentials running? What about the food in your fridge or freezer? Do you have a loved one who uses a C-PAP or oxygen machine? I had a chance to talk with Sharriff with AES Solar about the options to keep your lights on when the power goes out! Get in touch with AES Solar on Rt. 13 in Carterville today!
Are you ready for the ‘Festa! Check out their website for everything you need to know before you head out to Herrinfesta Italiana! My Aunt Verna is super excited! In case you missed it, here’s her call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! See you at the ‘Festa!
Find out more about Cornerstone Church in Marion at their website, HERE! I had a chance to talk with Pastor Michael Nave on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
McKenna Walters from Marion is your 2024 Miss Herrinfesta Italiana! It’s time for the Festa! AND for all of the information about this amazing Southern Illinois festival, check out their official WEBSITE! Here’s my interview with McKenna from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s the annual Blessing of the Bikes at Bald Knob Cross of Peace THIS SUNDAY! 8AM-3PM! I had Jena Guined and Eric Gregge with Bald Knob Cross in the studio this morning to talk about the big event this weekend!
Be on the look-out this Sunday at Bald Knob Cross of Peace for my Aunt Verna with her friend Ethel! It’s The Blessing of the Bikes! In case you missed it, here’s my Aunt Verna from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Schedule a tour TODAY at The Landings in Carbondale! CLICK HERE for more info! AND, I was joined in the studio today by Jody Nelson who had information on their May special!
Aunt Verna is doing OK after all the weather we had yesterday, and she had the perfect song choice for Mother’s Day this weekend!
Ready to lose the weight before summer! Get in touch with Medical Weight Loss Solutions powered by Premiere U in Marion! (618) 993-2906 and set up an appointment.
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for THURSDAY, MAY 2nd, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
It’s time for the duck race that helps Johnson County cancer patients! The Heather Treat Memorial Duck Race is happening THIS SATURDAY, May 5th, 2pm at Tunnel Hill Community or Christ Church pond! There’s all kinds of fun for everyone, plus drizzle mini-donuts food truck! ADOPT YOUR DUCKS HERE! You don’t need to be present to win! This non-profit organization has been going since 1994, and they have given thousands of dollars to local cancer patients in Johnson County. I had a chance to talk with event organizer, Robin Harper-Whitehead, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show…
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for WEDNESDAY, MAY 1st, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
If you’re ready to take control of your electric bill, it’s time to get with AES Solar on Rt. 13 in Carterville! You can swing by their showroom during business hours and see 4 fully-functional systems running and producing electricity, so you’ll have an idea of how they will look on your home! Don’t wait until the end of this year to set up a free consultation, do it today! Call (618) 988-0888!
Pastor Michael Nave from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Check out Cornerstone Church in Marion! Service times are Friday at 6:15PM, Sunday mornings at 9:15AM and 11:00AM!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for Thursday, APRIL 25th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
Get in touch with AES Solar in Carterville for your free energy consultation! Call (618) 988-0888!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for TUESDAY, APRIL 16th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
It’s the birthday shout-out from the Kent in the Country Morning Show for MONDAY, APRIL 15th, 2024! A reminder, we do the birthdays on the show, Monday through Friday at 7:45AM! Look for the daily birthday post on our New Country Z100 Facebook page! Or, you can text in your birthdays, the morning of, to our local text line before 7:30AM! (618) 985-3983!
My Aunt Verna made some new friends during this past total solar eclipse! And, she had a few things to say about the Morgan Wallen chair tossing event! In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show.
Before you open your electric bill, do you ever get a little nervous? Maybe a lot!?! It’s electric bill anxiety, and it’s time to take control with AES Solar! Call (618) 988-0888 or visit them at their showroom in Carterville to find out how!
Congratulations to WINNER #1 – Trey Jackonicz from West Frankfort, IL! Game #2 starts in the 7AM hour on Monday, April 22nd, during our LIVE beach broadcast from the Holiday Inn Resort in PCB, FL![audio mp3="https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/1325/2024/04/09185711/WINNER-1-4-18-24-Trey-Jackonicz.mp3"]It’s Time to Play Beach Bum Bingo!How to play:
Pick up a Beach Bum Bingo card at Small’s Meat Market in Marion, Paradise Pools
& Spas in Carterville or either Big Daddy’s Liquor & Fuel locations in Pittsburg & Colp OR download a Beach Bum Bingo card from a link below!
Listen to Z100 in the 7am, noon, and 4pm hours each weekday for the Big Daddy’s Liquor & Fuel/Beach Bum Bingo Song that hour. Put an “X” on your Beach Bum Bingo card square where that song is. (Keep track of time/date each song you put an “x” on is played also) The first caller to get through at 1-800-455-1100 when you get a Bingo who can correctly identify the song, artist, date it was played and time it was played will win a certificate for a 4 day, 3 night stay in a state room at the Holiday Inn Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida*.
Non-winning Bingo cards can be sent in for one of two consolation trips. Non-winning Bingo cards that were picked up at designated sponsors, Small’s Market in Marion, Paradise Pools & Spas in Carterville or Big Daddy’s Liquor & Fuel in Pittsburg and Colp will also be eligible for Consolation Cash prizes of $250 or $500.
CLICK HERE for full contest rules and regulations!— CARD #2 DOWNLOAD LINK —
It’s fun-filled event for the whole family! The Little Grassy Get Down is coming to SIU Touch of Nature on October 6th – 8th! Music all day and night! You can camp out that weekend too! CLICK
Here’s the video Robert and I were talking about this morning on the #KiTC Morning Show… Two large wine containers broke yesterday in the town of Levira, Portugal, which lead to the streets being flooded with wine.
It’s time for the 19th Annual Veterans on Parade in downtown Marion! 10AM this Saturday! I had a chance to talk with event organizer, Ed Davis, on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Make plans to be in Carterville this weekend for the annual Carterville Lion’s Club Fair! All kinds of fun for the whole family! I had a chance to talk with Ed Davis with the Lion’s Club, and Meadow Lerner, Carterville Lion’s Club Miss Teen, on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
It’s RACE TIME this weekend in DuQuoin! I had a chance to a talk with Ken Schrader about the upcoming USAC Silver Crown, UMP Modifieds, and ARCA series races coming to the DuQuoin Mile track!
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in our 5th annual Jeepin’ for St. Jude Jeep Run! Our grand total this year is $8,600.00 for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! I had an opportunity to talk with Dave Arnold and Chuck Walker with Absher-Arnold Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram on this year’s event! Keep listening for details about next year’s Jeep run!
Attention all veterans! This Sunday, August 27th, is Veteran’s Day at the DuQuoin State Fair. FREE for all Veteran’s and their families. Enter through gate #2! Events begin at 2PM at the Expo Hall on the fairgrounds.
What’s your thermostat set at these days? With AES Solar in Carterville you can lower your electric bills and actually set the thermostat at a comfortable level! Visit them on Rt. 13 in Carterville, M-F 9AM to
It’s time for the 2023 DuQuoin State Fair: Harvest the Fun! Check out the daily line-up HERE at their official website! Tickets are still available for all of the grandstand shows at the box office, or at
Lordy, sometimes I just can’t figure her out. My Aunt Verna was a little confused as to why we don’t have any Flo-Rida tickets to give away for the DuQuoin State Fair this year. She even called
It’s an exciting time at Cornerstone Church in Marion! Pastor Michael Nave had some big news to share on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
It’s time to take control of your electric bill with AES Solar in Carterville! With all of the incentives, and the up-tick of interest in solar, there are a lot of fly-by-night companies using high-pressure sales tactics
Medical Weight Loss Solutions in Marion has helped Miranda lose 30 pounds and she’s still going! Listen in to her story from today’s #KiTC Morning Show! CALL (618) 993-2906 and set up your appointment time today!
It’s time to go camping with Zoomers RV of Illinois! Get some incredible deals on new travel trailers, 5th wheels, and motorhomes, before they have to move them to their new location just off I-57 in Ina!
I had a chance to talk with SIU’s Luke Martin! Luke is the new radio Voice of the Salukis! Don’t forget, SIU Football’s first home game is September 2nd! Get your tickets at www.SIUSALUKIS.com!
Two more added to this year’s grandstand line-up at the DuQuoin State Fair! It’s Travis Denning with Conner Smith on Sunday, August, 27th! Get your tickets now at ticketmaster.com! Or you can call the box office at
Don’t miss out on the moving sale goin on THIS WEEK at Zoomers RV of Illinois! You can save some serious money and start making those family memories that will last a lifetime in your new camper!
DuQuoin State Fair manager, Josh Gross, joined me on the air this morning to give us a heads-up on this year’s fair. Discount wristbands will be available at Casey’s beginning July 31st! For more information on the
Whether it’s residential, or for your business, AES Solar can help lower your electric bills! Call them at (618) 988-0888, or visit them online at AESSolar.com!
The Williamson County Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society is coming up THIS SATURDAY (7-22-23) from 7PM to 9PM at Marion’s Tower Square. You are encouraged to join the fight against cancer, and ban
Have you tried Fired Up Jams and Jellies yet!? You’ll have a perfect chance this weekend (July 22nd and 23rd) at the SI Made Expo at the Pavilion in Marion! This stuff is AWESOME! Check out their
Finley Meyer recently attended her first country concert EVER! And let’s just say it was pretty memorable! She was able to make it on stage with Lainey Wilson at Busch Stadium in St. Louis during her set
If you missed the “Solar-bration” this past weekend at AES Solar in Carterville, don’t worry! There’s still time to cash in on all of the great incentives to go solar! Take control of your electric bill with
It’s the grand re-opening sale for America’s Car-Mart THIS Friday and Sunday! (July 14th and 15th) There are all kinds of things going on at America’s Car-Mart! I had a chance to catch up with Chuck Weaver
It’s Medical Weight Loss Solutions for total body health and wellness! You’ve heard a lot these days about hormone replacement therapy, and how it can benefit your life. It’s important to get this treatment from a place
BIG NEWS for Southern Illinois! ZOOMERS RV is moving to the old Uncle Joe’s location in INA! With 15 acres of room for inventory, sales, and service! Before the move, they’d rather sell everything at their current
Join in on all the FUN with the 24th annual AES Solar-bration! Swing by AES Solar on Rt. 13 in Carterville THIS SATURDAY (7-8-23) from 10AM to 2PM for Caribbean Hut food truck, Cold Blooded Coffee, bounce
I was joined in the studio today by Bob Swayze, family nurse practitioner with AST Primary Care in Marion. What is Biote? AND, is it right for you?
Gas Prices are CRAZY this summer! But you’re in luck, Absher-Arnold Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep Ram and New Country Z100 are here to help! Just fill out the form at the bottom of this page, and each week ONE LUCKY
There’s still time to hit your weight loss goals for summer! Ask about the 1/2 price deal when you call (618) 993-2906 and talk to the professionals at Medical Weight Loss Solutions of Marion! Check out their
It’s almost time for the 2023 Jeepin’ 4 St. Jude Jeep Run, proudly brought to you by Absher-Arnold Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep/Ram and New Country Z100! That’s right, it’s that time again, and we hope you’re ready for another day of fun for
When Kaycee took her 8-year-old daughter, Finley, to Busch Stadium for her first country concert, she had no idea that Finley would end up on stage with Lainey Wilson! Finley’s sign, and the help of a lot
I had a chance to talk with Brian Croft with SIU’s Touch of Nature about all of their great summer camps coming up this year! Go to TON.SIU.EDU for all the information and get your kid outside
There is a special NOW through July 11th! Download the “Alle” app with Advanced Surgical Technology, book a Diamondglow facial, and you’ll save $30 off the treatment price! What is the Diamondglow facial? I had a chance to talk with Aesthetician Brittney Henson on this amazing treatment on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
It’s the annual Blessing of the Jeeps at the Bald Knob Cross of Peace THIS SATURDAY! Things open up at 8AM with a full day of fun for Jeep enthusiasts! I had a chance to talk with the folks from Bald Knob Cross this morning on the #KiTC Morning Show!
It’s circus time!! I had a chance to talk with Ashley Ojeda, an aerialist with the Carden International Circus coming to DuQuoin this weekend! Saturday 2pm and 6pm, or Sunday at 2pm! Ashley does the hair hang! Crazy! Get your tickets NOW at their official WEBSITE HERE!
Visit Cornerstone Church online HERE! Service times in Marion 6:15pm Friday, Sunday morning 9:15AM and 11AM!
Calling all food enthusiasts!New Country Z100 and Smalls Meat Market proudly present ‘Cookin’ with Kent,’ a harmonious blend of local business and delicious dishes! Hosted by the ever-charismatic Kent Zimmer, this one-of-a-kind video series invites you to join us on a culinary journey like no other. From the kitchen to the grill, Kent will guide you through recipes that feature the finest ingredients from Smalls Meat Market. Get ready to turn up the flavor and let your taste buds sing as ‘Cookin’ with Kent’ brings the perfect harmony of country music and mouthwatering meals right into your home.
Episode One: Pepper SteakNeed the recipe to follow along? Just Click Here!
Episode Two: Thrill of the Grill
Get in touch with AES Solar today! (618) 988-0888! All you need is a copy of your current electric bill! They’ve been installing solar since 1999! AND, save the date for the AES “Solar-bration” coming up on July 8th!
Do you need a car? Having trouble coming up with a down payment? America’s Car Mart can help! They have location sin Mt. Vernon, Benton, and their superstore in Marion! CLICK HERE for their website, or call (618) 997-5800!
It’s ACM, CMA, and Grammy-award-winner Suzy Bogguss THIS SATURDAY night at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center! (5-13-23) If you don’t have tickets yet, go to www.marionccc.com and get your tickets NOW! I had a chance to catch up with Suzy on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
The ACM’s are tonight on Amazon Prime, and my Aunt Verna will be watching the whole show at her friend Ethel’s house. She is a little upset that Luke Bryan didn’t make the cut this year. In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from this morning’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Cornerstone Church welcomes YOU! Just as you are! Come on out Fridays at 6:15PM, Sundays at 9:15AM and 11AM! Check ’em out online HERE! I was joined by Pastor Michael Nave on this morning’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Have a copy of your current electric bill? That’s all you need to get started with AES Solar! Call them today at (618) 988-0888 and find out how easy it is to start taking control of your electric bill!
It’s time to welcome home our nation’s true heroes…our veterans! Veteran’s Honor Flight Mission #10 will be arriving back at Veteran’s Airport in Marion around 8:30pm this evening! (5-9-23) Festivities start at 5PM at the airport, with food trucks, music, and FUN! Wear your red, white, and blue, and park in the Sam’s Club/Cornerstone Church parking lot. Rides Mass Transit will be running complimentary shuttle service every 15 minutes. I was joined in the studio today by organizers Amanda Throgmorton and Deborah Hogg to talk about tonight’s celebration!
It’s time for some fun! For a great cause! The 17th Annual Heather Treat Memorial Duck Race to benefit Johnson County cancer patients is coming up THIS SUNDAY (5-7-23) at 2PM. Get to the pond next to the Community of Christ Church in Tunnel Hill. Visit www.heathertreatmemorial.org to find out how you can donate and adopt a flock of ducks to help out! Event begins at 1PM with music, food, and fun! Ducks take off at 2PM! I had a chance to talk with Robin Harper-Whitehead on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about this year’s duck race!
Set up your appointment with Dr. Laurence Hatchett today! CALL (618) 998-8500 or click on their official website!
Cornerstone Church in Marion has service times on Friday at 6:15PM and Sunday Morning at 9:15AM and 11AM!
Got a copy of your most recent electric bill? That’s all you need to get started with AES Solar! Call (618) 988-0888 today and schedule your free consultation!
Don’t miss it! Ben’s Lawn Service and Trailer Sales in Benton, IL is having their GRAND OPENING! Located just north of the square in Benton, you’ll save $500 OFF your new Kioti tractor! Plus, up to $350 OFF your new zero turn! They are giving away a DooLittle trailer at 1PM sharp! You must be present to WIN this Saturday, April 29th!
Call Hatchett Rejuvenation in Marion today and set up your appointment with Dr. Laurence Hatchett. (618) 998-8500
There are a number of underlying conditions that can cause weight gain, or can make it difficult to lose weight. Devin Haub, Family Nurse Practitioner with AST Primary Care in Marion joined me on the show today to talk about some of them. Call her office and set up an appointment today! (618) 969-8886!
If you’re ready to take control of your electric bill, call AES Solar in Carterville for a free consultation. All you need is a copy of your latest electric bill. CALL (618) 988-0888!
It’s time to lose the weight and keep it off! Contact Medical Weight Loss Solutions in Marion and find out how they can help you! Free Consultation through the end of this month! (618) 993-2906
It’s almost time for the 2023 Jeepin’ 4 St. Jude Jeep Run, proudly brought to you by Absher-Arnold Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep/Ram and New Country Z100!
That’s right, it’s that time again, and we hope you’re ready for another day of fun for an incredible cause! Mark your calendars for June 24, 2023!This year we have a new list of exciting venues, including Giant City Lodge, Starview Vineyards, Alto Vineyards,and the all-new Walker’s Bluff Casino!
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Absher-Arnold at (618) 993-5000or order onlineat Jeepin4stjude.bigcartel.com
It’s time for the Open House, THIS SATURDAY, April 15th 2-4PM at Hatchett Rejuvenation in Marion! Cindy Davis joined me on the show today to talk about some of the things going on this Saturday afternoon! CALL today to reserve your space, (618) 998-8500!
It’s Easter at Cornerstone Church in Marion! Service times are 8:00AM, 9:30AM, and 11:00AM! Check it out! I had a chance to talk about this incredible Easter story with Pastor Michael on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
Herrinfesta Italiana is right around the corner! Memorial Day Weekend in beautiful Herrin, IL! The entertainment is FREE! Gates open at 6PM, music starts at 7PM each night!
Friday, May26 — Jungle DogsSaturday, May 27th — Shane ProfittSunday, May 28th — Head EastI had a chance to speak with Herrinfesta representative, Joey Helleny” on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Hey ladies, check out the Empower RF events coming to Advanced Surgical Technology in Centralia, and at their new office in Herrin! CALL (618) 942-9497 to RSVP your space today! The Centralia office will hold their event on April 4th at 5:30pm, and the Herrin office will hold their event on April 13th from 4-6PM! What is Empower RF? Elaine Lundeberg joined me in the studio to talk about it on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s Trivia Night at the Oscars THIS FRIDAY night at the Pavilion in Marion from 6-10PM! (3-31-23) CLICK HERE to pre-register your team, and to bid on their silent auction items! You don’t need to be present to bid on the silent auction items. ALL proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Illinois. I had a chance to talk with Tina Carpenter about this year’s event on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
Living your best life! Let Hatchett Rejuvenation in Marion help! They have an open house coming up on Saturday, April 15th. Make an appointment today by calling (618) 998-8500! I had a chance to talk with Dr. Laurence Hatchett on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show.
This weekend, March 25th and 26th, don’t miss the Maple Syrup Festival at SIU’s Touch of Nature! It’s gonna be great! Maple Syrup demonstrations, Lumberjack games, music, nature hikes and MORE! I had a chance to talk with Brian from Touch of Nature about this year’s event!
Dylan with Little Egypt Pest Control is serious about helping you and your family enjoy your backyard again! Last summer, did your back yeard get overrun by mosquitos? How about your pole barn? Was it filled with wasps? Let Little Egypt Pest Control help with that! Visit Little Egypt Pest Control ONLINE, or call (618) 268-1309!
How does an $11 electric bill sound? Pretty good to me! It’s happening for folks who have already gone solar! Get in touch with AES Solar at (618) 988-0888 and find out how you can take control of your electric bill!
What is a trigger point injection, and when is it used? Who is a candidate for a trigger point injection? I had a chance to talk with Family Nurse Practitioner, Bob Swayze, with AST Primary Care in Marion. If you need help with pain relief, call for an appointment at (618) 899-9193!
I had a chance to talk with Michelle Snyder with Southern Illinois Wellness Expo! This event is for the whole family, this Saturday, March 25th, from 8AM to 12 noon at John A. Logan College! CLICK HERE for the official SI Wellness Expo WEBSITE!
Do you love good music? BBQ? Bourbon? This is going to be amazing! Make plans to visit St. Louis’ Forest Park for the Evolution Festival! What a line-up! Everybody from Morgan Wade and Brandi Carlisle, to Ice Cube and the Sugarhill Gang! Great food, fun, and all just a short drive away! August 26th and 27th at Forest Park in St. Louis, MO. I was able to speak with Co-Producer Steve Schankman on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
It’s time to feel better! Hatchett Rejuvenation in Marion can help you in so many areas of your life! CALL (618) 998-8500 to reserve your space at their open house on Saturday, April 15th, from 2-4PM at their office in Marion. I had a chance to talk with Cindy Davis on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about the open house and how Hatchett Rejuvenation can help!
Don’t miss Little Tractor and Equipment Company‘s Spring OPEN HOUSE! It’s THIS SATURDAY, (3-25-23) at their Marion location across from Watermark Ford! Bring the whole family for lunch, kids’ peddle tractor pulls, fun and games, and you will have a chance to WIN a Hustler zero-turn mower! I had a chance to talk with Lindsey from Little Tractor about this Saturday’s event on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
There is a lot of mis-information out there when it comes to solar power for your home. If you’re ready to take control of your electric bill, it’s time to go with the company who’s been installing solar in Southern Illinois since 1999! AES Solar! CALL (618) 988-0888 and get a free energy consultation at your home! All you need is your current electric bill! I had a chance to talk with Shariff Shakir on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show about the wild wild west of solar on the internet these days. CLICK HERE for the official AES Solar website!
Advanced Surgical Technology is having a charity event in the month of March! Two great organizations will benefit with your help! Check out the AST Face Book page for more details! The two charities that will benefit include The Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois, and Spero Family Services! I had a chance to talk with Meranda Serati with Advanced Surgical Technology, and Tina Carpenter of the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois to find out more on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
It’s time to start thinking about summer! Get in touch with Medical Weight Loss Solutions in Marion today! The appointment fee of $99 is waived for a limited time! CALL (618) 993-2906 to get in touch with Destiny Petrowich and start seeing results! Here’s our interview from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
If you need a car, but other places are telling you no… get to your nearest America’s Car-Mart location TODAY! I had a chance to talk with Chuck Weaver from America’s Car-Mart on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Cindy Davis, Clinical Director at Hatchett Rejuvenation , joined me on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. They are having an event on April 15th from 2-4PM. While you are there you can learn more about the services they offer, and how they can help you live your best life! Call (618) 998-8500 to reserve your space!
Have you ever been out in your backyard on a perfect Summer day, only to have it ruined by a horde of mosquitos? That’s terrible! Take your yard back with the help from Little Egypt Pest Control in Anna! They can help! CLICK HERE for their website, and follow them on Facebook and Instagram! I had a chance to talk with Dylan from Little Egypt Pest Control on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
Sam Hunt is coming to SIU at the Banterra Center on Thursday, August 3rd, at 7PM! TICKETS go ON-SALE Friday morning, March 10th, at 10AM! Special Guests will be Brett Young and Lily Rose!
We are proud to welcome Sam Hunt to Southern Illinois with SIU and the Dunbar Music Group!
CLICK HERE for TICKET INFORMATION
The price of energy continues to rise. Wouldn’t it be great to have some control over that? AES Solar in Carterville can help! Call them today for a FREE consultation. The number is (618) 988-0888! Or CLICK on THEIR WEBSITE!
Schedule an appointment with AST Primary Care today by calling (618) 969-8886! Their goal is to help you become the healthiest version of yourself! If you’ve been struggling to lose weight, AST can help! I had a chance to talk with Devan Haub with AST Primary Care in Marion on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
Adam Webb, lead singer for local Southern Illinois country-rock band, The Holleyboys, has just released a new single titled, “I’m Free“. It’s available for download TODAY, everywhere you get your music! I had a chance to talk with Adam on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show about the song, and what inspired him to record it! Follow Adam on Instagram HERE! Lot’s of good music coming your way!
If you’re thinking about finally taking control of your electric bill, get in touch with AES Solar in Carterville TODAY! Call (618) 988-0888 and get a free consultation!
Go to their WEBSITE today! It’s a huge sale going on right now with America’s Car-Mart!
What is net metering? AND, why is it so important? My friend Shariff Shakir from AES Solar was in the studio this morning to explain how important this is. Especially if you’re an Ameren Illinois customer. Ready to go solar? Go with the company that’s been installing solar since 1999, AES Solar! Call (618) 988-0888!
Ladies, are you exhausted at the end of the day? Work, kid’s practices, dinner, repeat. Sometimes it could be you’re just tired, or, it may be something else. On today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, I talked with Dr. Laurence Hatchet and Cindy Davis about the different treatment plans they have available for you! CALL Hatchett Rejuvenation at (618) 998-8500 to set up an appointment today!
Its the hot topic of the day… hormone replacement therapy. But just what is it? AND, more importantly, how do you do it the right way? I had a chance to speak with Destiny from Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion about it on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show! Call them at (618) 993-2906 to set up your appointment!
Beginning THIS SATURDAY, March 4th, through Saturday, March 18th, bring your junk to the old depot in downtown Dahlgren for Junkin’ 4 St. Jude! Every year a group of volunteers from Dahlgren, led by Dennis Johnson, and Mrs. Reyling’s 6th grade class at Dahlgren Elementary School, collect old appliances, scrap metal, aluminum cans, etc. down at the roll-off bin at the Old Depot.
They take the scrap to a recycling center, collect the money, and donate all of it to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through our Radiothon coming up at the end of March! For ANY QUESTIONS on what you can “junk”, contact Denis Johnson at (618) 237-1509. Here’s my interview with Dennis on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
Are you needing a new chain link fence!? A good fence makes great sense! Why not place a bid on this chain link fence package from 360 Fence in Johnston City, IL! It includes a lot! Here’s what you’ll get if you’re the high bidder…
200’ of 4’ tall galvanized 11.5 guage residential chain link.This includes all posts, top rail, one 4’ wide walk-thru gate, one 10’ wide double drive gate and everything to complete the fence.All posts are set in concrete.
They will deliver all material and install wherever it needs to go.
If customer is wanting to add more material they will be responsible for material purchase.But they will install additional fence at no charge.Use the form below to place an online bid!Thank you to 360 Fence in Johnston City, IL!A reminder, this auction will end with a LIVE on-air auction during our TUESDAY, March 28th broadcast. If you are the high bidder, you will need to pay within 2 business days at River Radio Studios on rt 13 in Carterville. For this item you will be able to pay by credit card, cash, or check made payable to “St. Jude”.
St. Jude AUCTION 2023 - 360 Fence Chain Link Fence 200 feet of chain-link fence donated from 360 Fence in Johnston City! Auction will END with a LIVE on-air auction on Tuesday, March 28th! Thank you for helping St. Jude! Your Name(Required) First Last Town(Required)Phone(Required)Your Email(Required)Bid Amount for fence $$$(Required) I agree to the Data Retention Policy
I was talkin’ with my Aunt Verna on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show and I found out she is really excited about the Big Reveal Party at Rent One Park tonight! She’s mainly excited for the “baseball men”. Anyway, gates open at 6PM tonight at Rent One Park! Free Mt. Dew, Free Popcorn, and the first 1,000 through the gate will get a free ticket to the team’s home opener! We’ll all know the name of the team at 6:30pm tonight! Find out more HERE!
It’s a big topic this weekend at Cornerstone Church! Intimacy! Get ready to find out more from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
* Please note that at this time we are still making final changes and additions to each auction page. Please check back frequently to see any new updates you may have missed! ***
It’s that time of year again!!! Welcome to the 2023 Radiothon and Auction to benefit the incredible, life-changing mission of St Jude Children’s Research Hospital! We are so thankful to our sponsors for helping us organize this event, lets raise some money for St Jude! This page will serve as the landing for each day of auctions, with our featured “big ticket” items listed below, followed by a link to each day’s live auction items! Thank you so much for your participation, and good luck!
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF EVENT SPONSORS
— Feature Listings —
*Please Click Each Hyperlink For Listing Details*
— Pure Pet Package —
Package Details TBA
— Starlight Lake Wedding Venue —
If you’re the high bidder, you’ll have use of Starlight Lake for ANY event of up to 150 people (wedding/reception, family reunion, etc.) Includes access to Starlight Lake facility and grounds from 8AM until 11PM. Tables and chairs for up to 150 people. For 2023 or 2024 dates subject to availability. Value $3,750.00.
— Rend Lake College Fall Semester Tuition —
High bidder will receive 12 credit hours of tuition, whether you live in-district, or out of district!
— Pool from Paradise Pools & Spas —
If you’re the high-bidder for this amazing St. Jude auction, you’ll get the 24-foot round Rio 2 pool, beaded liner, A-frame ladder, pump, filter, maintenance kit, start-up chemicals, and installation! Even the dirt work! A $7,246 VALUE!
— DAILY AUCTIONS —
Ready to start saving on your electric bill! Take advantage of all of the incentives NOW before they are gone! Get in touch with the professionals in Southern Illinois who have been doing solar since 1999! It’s AES Solar! CALL (618) 988-0888 or visit their showroom on Rt. 13 in Carterville!
Even if your credit isn’t perfect, America’s Car-Mart has your car ready for you! Bring in that tax refund and let’s get you into a dependable ride today! I had a chance to talk with Chuck Weaver on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about the tax sale going on right now at America’s Car-Mart!
Don’t miss the Big Reveal coming to Rent One Park on 2-23-23! Have you seen the video yet? Check it out!
It’s going to be a huge community party up at Rent One Park on Thursday, February 23rd! The name of the new team, and the team logo will be revealed at 6:30PM! FREE admission! FREE Mt. Dew and popcorn! AND a FREE ticket to the 2023 home opening game! Just BE THERE! Go to www.thereareothers.net to find out more! I had Tony and “Rooster” in the studio today to talk about all of the exciting things going on with the new team, Black Diamond, the Turn restaurant and Oasis Home Center!
It’s a big ‘ol Mardi Gras party this Sunday (2-19-23) at the Banterra Center for SIU Men’s Basketball! Use the PROMO CODE “Party” to get a ticket for just $7 at www.siusalukis.com! Get there about noon, tip-off is at 1PM and the game will be broadcast on ESPN 2! The 2002 Sweet 16 team will be on-hand before the game to sign autographs too! It wouldn’t be a Mardi Gras party without the beads! If you catch some, you could win some great prizes too! I had an opportunity to talk with head coach Bryan Mullins on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Apparently my Aunt Verna has an outfit similar to the one Rhianna wore at half-time this year. Lord help us! Here’s her phone call in case you missed it on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
There’s still time to get back on the bandwagon and see some real results with Semaglutide at Medical Weight Loss Solutions in Marion, IL!
It’s safe, it’s convenient, and most of all… it works! I had Destiny Petrowich PA with Medical Weight Loss Solutions in the studio today on the Kent in the Country Morning Show to talk about this revolutionary treatment for weight loss. Maybe you need to lose 10 pounds, maybe you need to lose 100 pounds, whatever it is, the professionals at Medical Weight Loss Solutions in Marion can help you! Call TODAY and set that appointment! (618) 993-2906! RIGHT NOW the normal $99 consultation fee will be waived, AND you’ll SAVE $100 off your first month of Semaglutide. You must make that appointment before the end of February! (2-28-2023)
Here’s the Valentine’s gift that keeps on giving… a lower electric bill with AES Solar! Over time, your custom designed solar panel system will pay for itself with the energy it produces! On today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, I talked with Shariff Shakir from AES Solar about some common myths about solar! VISIT their WEBSITE to set up a free consultation today while the incentives are still at their best!
First thing is this…I didn’t realize how important testosterone is for men, AND women!
If you are ready to focus on your health and well-being, it’s time to get in touch with Hatchett Rejuvenation in Marion! Right now their special for couples includes $100 OFF plus free labs! Just make an appointment before March 1st! Call them today at (618) 998-8500! AND, in case you missed it, I had an opportunity to talk with Dr. Lawrence Hatchett and Cindy Davis PA on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show.
CLICK HERE to apply online with America’s Car-Mart! You can use your tax refund to get your car today! I had Chuck from America’s Car-Mart on the Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It was a windy morning for my Aunt Verna! She was excited about the big football game this weekend too! Here’s her phone call from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
This year’s “Taste of Chocolate” event to benefit the Survivor Empowerment Center is SOLD OUT! A huge thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket! You can still help out the mission of the Survivor Empowerment Center and get some pretty cool stuff, just place a bid they have going on right now for their silent auction! CLICK on THIS LINK for all the details! I had a chance to talk with Tara Bel-Janowick on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show to find out more…
I had a chance to talk with Brittney Henson, aesthetician with AST Aesthetics on today’s Medical Minute. There are some great February specials you can take advantage of just in time for Valentine’s Day!
What is micro-needling? That’s the question I asked Tracy Baker from SI Med Spa PLUS on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show! I learned somethin’ new today! Get in for gift certificates, just in time for Valentine’s Day at SI Med Spa PLUS in Marion! Here’s my interview with Tracy from today’s show…
Finally! Something to look forward to on a Monday! Introducing Milwaukee Mondays on New Country Z100 powered by Wallace Industrial in West Frankfort! Be listening on the Kent in the Country Morning Show on Monday morning, and with Shawna Mathews during the Monday afternoon show! When you hear the power tool sound effect, be caller number 10 and you’ll score a genuine Milwaukee power tool, just like the professionals use, from Wallace Industrial in West Frankfort! Wallace Industrial Tools and Supplies, located behind McDonald’s in West Frankfort, offers the largest selection of Milwaukee tools within a two-hour radius! Here are some of the tools you can WIN…
M18 FUEL 1/2-inch hammer drill/driver
M18 FUEL Blower
M18 ROVER Dual Power Flood Light
Are you fed up with the high electric bills yet? Here’s the deal, those electric rates aren’t going down any time soon. Why not take control of your electric bill, and get in touch with AES Solar for a free consultation! Get educated on solar from a company who’s been doing it since 1999! In case you missed it, here’s my interview with Sharriff Shakir with AES Solar on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
The SIU Basketball Salukis are setting in the top spot of the Missouri Valley Conference! Just 3 home games to go and we want to pack the Banterra Center tomorrow (2-8-23) night!! I was joined by Brice Williams from SIU Athletics with a great deal for the next home game! Just $11 gets you a corner chair back seat, a soft drink and a food item! While they last! Check out this link www.SIUSalukis.com/promo and use the code “eleven”! Here’s more from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
It’s time to take control of your weight loss goals with Medical Weight Loss Solutions of Marion! A division of Neuropathy and Pain Solutions, let the professionals at Medical Weight Loss Solutions create a custom plan to help you achieve your goals. Whether you have 10 pounds, or 100 pounds to lose, they can design a plan for you with treatments like semaglutide! What is semaglutide? Listen in as Destiny Petrowich PA, tells you all about it from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
It’s almost concert time for Dillon Carmichael at the Benton Civic Center! Friday, February 17th! Just in time for Valentines Day! GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! PLUS! Just announced! We are teaming up with Rend Lake Cabins in the Woods to offer up an exclusive front-row ticket package!
We are going to auction off 2 front-row tickets for the Dillon Carmichael concert on Friday, February 17th, with a 2-night stay at Rend Lake Cabins, AND we’ll throw in dinner for two at Lafiesta Mexican Restaurant in Benton the night of the show! WOW! What an ultimate Valentine’s gift! ALL of the money raised will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Use the form below to place an online bid! We will close this auction on Monday, February 13th, at 9AM CST with a continuation of a LIVE auction on the Kent in the Country Morning Show! You’ll be asked to call in at that time with your final bids at 1-800-455-1100. If you are the high bidder, you will be asked to come by River Radio Studios on Rt. 13 in Carterville by Wednesday, February 8th at 5PM at pay with cash, or check made payable to “St. Jude”. Thank you for helping the kids! Use the form below to place your online bid!
St. Jude AUCTION - Dillon Carmichael Rend Lake Cabins package This is where you can bid on 2 FRONT ROW tickets to the Dillon Carmichael Show on Feb. 17th, PLUS a 2-night stay at Rend Lake Cabin in the Woods Feb. 16th through the 18th! AND dinner for 2 at Lafiesta in Benton the night of the concert! * Your Name First Last * Town * Phone * Your Email * Bid Amount $$$*Remember if you are the high bidder, you will pay for your item with cash, or check made payable to "St. Jude" within 2 business days at River Radio Studios, Rt. 13 in Carterville. We are unable to run a credit or debit card. We can not ship items. I agree to the Data Retention Policy
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It’s National Wear Red for Women Day with the American Heart Association! I had a chance to talk with Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Stephen Awuor, with SIH Prairie Heart Institute on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show.
Be listening in on the Kent in the Country Morning Show for a chance to play “Love Is In The Air”, with Absher-Arnold Motors in Marion! Every morning Kent will randomly play an audio cut of a country love song, with the word, “love”, in the title! You’ll only hear the word “love”, being sung! If you think you know what song it is, be the first caller in at 1-800-455-1100 with the correct answer and you’ll get qualified for our grand prize! 2 tickets to a Grand Ole Opry show at a date of your choosing, and two round-trip tickets on-board Cape Air to Nashville, TN! Every qualifier will score a two-topping pizza from Primo’s in Energy and Carbondale!
Daily Qualifiers :
Cody Stoffle from Johnston City
Maggie Stacey from Sesser
It’s the cure winter-time cabin fever! The 14th Annual Boat and Fishing Show at the Pavilion in Marion this weekend! Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! Admission and Parking is FREE! But we are encouraging you to bring in your non-perishable food items to help out our local food pantries! CLICK HERE for more information with Visit SI! I had a chance to talk with Ashley Spiller with Visit SI and Larry Webb with Oasis Outdoors on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! (scroll down for audio)
Well, my Aunt Verna was a little ticked off today with the ‘ol groundhog! She decided to make her own ground hog using some Small’s Meat Market fresh ground sausage! In case you missed it, scroll down for her phone call from today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show. And, here’s the actual “Punxsatawney Phil” making his weather prediction this morning!
Come on out to Cornerstone Church in Marion this weekend! Service times are Friday night at 6:15PM, and Sunday morning at 9:15AM and 11:00AM! I had a chance to talk with Pastor Michael Nave on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
You may be ready for lower electric bills with solar, but have you googled “solar” yet? Everybody and his brother and sister and first and second cousins know something about it. And it’s easy to get more confused that when you began! When it comes to solar, go with the company that has been doing this since 1999. AES Solar in Carterville. Located just off of Rt. 13, find them online HERE, and call (618) 988-0888 for a free home consulation to see your energy savings!
Tax time = Car time!
Check out America’s Car-Mart, formerly Auto Credit of Southern Illinois! There is a huge sale going on right now! And the best selection of cars and trucks in stock and ready to go! I had a chance to talk with Chuck Weaver on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about how you can get a car with no money out of your pocket today!
Are you ready for a new YOU!?! It’s time to get in touch with the team at Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion! Shawna was joined in the studio the other day by Destiny Petrovich talking about Medical Weight Loss. Find out more on their facebook page, and call (618) 993-2906 to set up an appointment TODAY!
It’s time for Valentine’s Day! Everybody loves a clean car! Stop in to Platinum Finish Auto Detailing in Marion and pick up those gift certificates TODAY! I had a chance to talk with Zach Hutchinson on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about the services they offer!
Join Cornerstone Church in Marion THIS weekend! Friday at 6:15PM, and Sunday at 9:15AM and 11:00AM! Or ONLINE!
If you’re ready for a new mattress, but don’t feel like shelling out a crazy amount of money on a mattress, you’ve got to check out Mattress By Appointment in Marion, IL! You will save 50-80% on brand new mattresses, in the cellophane, with all of the features you need and want! Plus, no-credit needed financing too! Call Shawn the Mattress Guy at (618) 440-5707 and set your appointment time! It’s just you, and nobody else in the store! No high-pressure sales, and you’ll have the opportunity to try out all of the mattresses! In case you missed it, here’s more from the Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Does your car’s exterior need a little TLC? Check out the menu of services on the Platinum Finish Auto Detailing Facebook page! They’ve actually lowered prices on many of the services they offer! WOW! If you’re ready for a clean car, it’s time to make an appointment with Zach Hutchinson and the team at Platinum Finish Auto Detailing in Marion. Call (618) 751-4403! AND, stop in on your lunch hour and pick up some gift certificates for Valentine’s Day! I had a chance to talk with Zach on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! (Scroll down for audio)
Well, it wasn’t a very good blind date last week for Aunt Verna! In case you missed it, she filled me in on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. As always, Aunt Verna is proudly presented by Small’s Meat Market in Marion! Don’t forget about Super Football Movie Trivia coming next week to the show! You can CLICK HERE and get in on the grand prize drawing, BBQ pulled pork dinner for 10 people! Perfect for your big-game gathering coming up!
What’s happening at Cornerstone Church this weekend? Pastor Michael Nave will fill you in! Don’t forget, Cornerstone Church is located in Marion, right next to Sam’s Club! Their service times are Friday at 6:15PM, and then Sunday morning at 9:15AM and 11:00AM! CLICK HERE for their official website! In case you missesd it, here’s Pastor Michael from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Ronda Ray is an independent artist who is doing some pretty big things with her music! Born and raised in West Frankfort, IL, now touring the country performing LIVE! Most recently you may have seen her at The Turn restaurant and lounge out at Kokopelli in Marion, IL. But today I had a chance to talk with her from London, England! Ronda has been nominated for a “Radio Wigwam” award, and the awards show is tonight, From London! You’ll be able to stream it LIVE through her official Facebook page, HERE. New Country Z100’s own Shawna Mathews is in Merry ‘Ol England as well showing support to her friend and livin’ it up! I had a chance to talk with both of them on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
The big game will be here before you know it! Reynold’s Roofing and Exteriors, along with Small’s Meat Market and New Country Z100, are gonna celebrate all things football with Super Football Movie Trivia on the Kent in the Country Morning Show! Be listening in every weekday morning beginning on Thursday, January 26th, through Wednesday, February 8th, for your chance to play and WIN! If you know the answer to the trivia question about a famous football movie, call Kent on the show at 1-800-455-1100! If you’re the right caller with the correct answer, you’ll WIN a great daily prize from Small’s Meat Market! Then, on Friday, February 10th, we will give away the grand prize, a Big-Game BBQ party pack from Small’s! Pulled Pork, buns, chips, sauce, and potato salad for 10 people! Perfect for your big game party! (SCROLL DOWN TO ENTER) Be listening in for Super Football Movie Trivia presented by Reynold’s Roofing and Exteriors, Small’s Meat Market, and New Country Z100!
Here’s a list of our daily prizes!
Thursday, January 26th — 3 pounds of bacon
Friday, January 27th — 3 pounds of ground chuck
Monday, January 30th — $25 Small’s Meat Market gift card
Tuesday, January 31st — 3 pounds bratwurst
Wednesday, February 1st — Velveeta, Tortilla Chips, and Rotel
Thursday, February 2nd — 3 pounds of sausage
Friday, February 3rd — 1 whole side BBQ ribs
Monday, February 6th — 1 pork butt
Tuesday, February 7th — 24-pack Coca-Cola
Wednesday, February 8th — Choice of 3 BBQ rubs
GRAND PRIZE GIVEAWAY! Pulled Pork, Buns, Chips, Sauce, Chow, and Potato Salad for 10 people! Use the form below to register for the giveaway scheduled for Friday, February 10th, 2023!
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It’s the Medical Minute with Advanced Surgical Technology! AST’s new Surgery Center is open on Rushing Drive in Herrin and is ready to help you! Maybe you think you have to go to a big hospital, in St. Louis, or Nashville, to get expert care with your procedure. The Surgery Center with AST in Herrin can handle all kinds of procedures, professionally, close to home! I had a chance to talk with Bob Swayze, Nurse Practitioner with AST Primary Care, about his recent experience at the new surgery center on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
The 24th Annual SIU Saluki Softball fundraiser dinner is THIS SATURDAY (1-21-23) at the Charles Helleny Pavilion inside the Banterra Center in Carbondale! Dinner starts at 6PM with Crystal’s Catering and includes Italian Beef, Chicken, Fettuccini Alfredo, and that world-famous Crystal’s Salad! Tickets are just $20! And they are still available! Call (618) 527-3339 to reserve your spot! OR CLICK HERE! I had a chance to talk with SIU Softball head coach Jen Sewell, Associate Head Coach Mary Jo Firnbach (MJ), and Assistant Coach Kenzi Bennett on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about Saturday night’s event!
It’s Question and Answer time with AES Solar on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show! Just like you, I am “concerned” about the rising costs of my electric bill! It’s time to start generating your own electricity with AES Solar! If you’ve got questions about solar like I do, give them a call at (618) 988-0888 and set up a free consultation TODAY!
It’s time for the 11th annual Hospice of Southern Illinois Red Carpet Gala! This year’s theme is “Brilliantly British”! Come dressed as royalty, or your favorite Brit! This fun-filled night of food, fun, music, and MORE FUN will be held Saturday, January 28th, and the Pavilion in Marion! Get your tickets at www.hospice.org/events! I had Herb Voss, Kay Dozier, and Melise Oakley with Hospice of Southern Illinois in the studio with me this morning to talk about an event, 3 years in the making!
Puppy Love sponsored by Pure Pet in Carbondale & MarionFebruary will be here before you know it!
February is the month of love & who doesn’t LOVE a cute puppy?
Remember the day you got your canine companion? Cute & cuddly. Send us a picture of your dog from his/her “puppy days” so we can all lower our blood pressure by looking at cute puppies. It really is therapeutic. And we would just love to see them.
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Formerly Auto Credit of Southern Illinois, America’s Car-Mart is ready to help you get into a car with NO money out of your pocket TODAY! It’s tax-time, and that means it is CAR TIME with America’s Car-Mart! CLICK HERE for their website, and you can still call (618)997-5800! I had a chance to talk with Chuck Weaver with America’s Car Mart about the new name, and what that means for Southern Illinois on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s brand new for Southern Illinois! A great way to SAVE serious money and get a better night’s sleep! I had a chance to talk with Shawn Bolley with Mattress By Appointment in Marion, IL! They are located in the Town and Country Shopping Center next to the UPS Store. You SAVE money, 50-80%, buying brand NEW mattress shipped directly to the store! AND, there are no pushy salespeople! You make an appointment by calling Shawn at (618) 440-5707, he will meet you at the store, and now you can try out all of the mattresses before you buy! Find out more at their website, and then follow them on Facebook! In case you missed it, here’s my interview with Shawn on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
This is the one I talk about on the Kent in the CountryMorning Show all the time! It’s amazing! You are on top of a mountain with the most incredible views, but still close to everything Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, TN has to offer! Check out the website for Mountain Top Views Cabin in Pigeon Forge! (www.mountaintopviewscabin.com) Right now is a great time to escape to the Smokey Mountains and enjoy this beautiful, fully furnished cabin! January and February have less traffic, and everything is open! The comedy barn, Dixie Stampede, dinner shows, everything! CLICK HERE and book your family’s getaway! Here’s a video from the last time we went down! (Scroll down for audio from today’s show)
So I knew my Aunt Verna was updating her dating profiles, but man oh man, she really moved quickly on this one! Her goal is to have a boyfriend by Valentine’s Day this year! AND, she wanted to hear a little Dolly this morning too! (scroll down to hear her phone call from the Kent in the Country Morning Show this morning)
It’s a new year, and if you’re looking to get into church in 2023, check out Cornerstone Church in Marion! They have service times on Friday at 6:15pm, and then 2 on Sunday mornings at 9:15AM and 11AM! Located right next to Sam’s Club. Today, Pastor Michael Nave joined me on the Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Are you tired of getting a high electric bill every month? Are you ready to start generating your own electricity? NOW is the time to get in touch with the Solar Professionals at AES Solar in Carterville! They’ve been installing solar since 1999, and they can help you out! CALL for a free consultation at (618) 988-0888! I had an opportunity to talk with Shariff Shakir with AES Solar on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Have you heard about Semaglutide? A lot of folks are talking about it on TikTok and social media. What is it? Can it help you lose weight? I had a chance to talk with Destiny Petrowich from Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion about this on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. CALL (618) 993-2906 to set up an appointment. NOW, they are waving the $99 appointment fee!
It’s a new year, and maybe you’d like to have a new car, but… you don’t have the money for a new car. It’s alright! Get your car, truck, van, SUV, whatever, on over to Platinum Finish Auto Detailing in Marion! Call Zach at (618) 751-4403 and get your vehicle in to Platinum Finish! Ask about their headlight restoration, and their ceramic windshield protection too!
My Aunt Verna is gonna go find herself a fancy dress at the Elegance Expo this Sunday from Noon to 4PM at the Pavilion in Marion! Are you a “bride-to-be”? CLICK HERE and get pre-registered for this year’s event! Seriously! You can find everything for your big day in one place! AND, if you missed my Aunt Verna’s phone call this morning, she’s also excited for Elvis’ birthday on Sunday!
I had a chance to talk with Dillon Carmichael on the Kent in the Country Morning Show this morning! Dillon is coming to the Benton Civic Center on Friday, February 17th! Get your tickets HERE! This would be a great Valentine’s Day gift and an awesome concert! You can find out more about Dillon and his music at his Facebook page HERE!
Get your tickets TODAY!!
Family Nurse Practioner, Bob Swayze, with AST Primary Care in Marion has some good information if you are looking to get healthy in 2023! Call (618) 899-9193 and set up an appointment with AST Primary Care for a wellness exam, and let them partner with you on your journey to better health in the new year!
It’s a year-end blowout sale going on at Zoomers RV of Illinois! Just north of Zeigler on Rt. 148! 2022 travel trailers, 5th wheels, toy haulers, you name it, it’s all on sale! Zoomers will not be undersold! Check out their inventory at www.zoomersRV.com! And I had Dave Jackson with Zoomers RV of Illinois in the studio with me on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show talking about selling campers, many at invoice!
When Aunt Verna bakes up a rum cake, it’s mainly 90% rum, and 10% cake. But it’s all made with 100% love!
Pastor Michael is excited! It’s the greatest story ever told, and you can experience all the Joy of the season at Cornerstone! Candlelight service times… Thursday at 6:15pm, Friday 6:15pm, and Saturday at 4:30pm! Visit www.christmasatcornerstone.org for more information!
So I opened my electric bill a couple months ago and…. SURPRISE! Lordy! I couldn’t believe it! I went down the rabbit hole and googled “solar”, and now my phone is blowing up with automatic robots asking me to send them my utility bill. Nope! I should’ve called AES Solar first! AES Solar is located right down the road from River Radio studios on Rt. 13 in Carterville, and they’ve been installing solar since 1999! If you’re like me, and you are concerned about the rising utility rates, maybe it’s time to give solar a genuine look. CALL AES Solar at (618) 988-0888, or visit www.AESSolar.com! I had an opportunity to talk with Shariff Shakir on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about solar, and how it can help you out as a home owner stay ahead of the rising cost of energy!
Feeling like you may be coming down with something? Maybe you need a vitamin boost? Check out Immunity Infusions available NOW at Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion! CALL (618) 993-2906 to set up your appointment today!
The SIU Basketball Salukis have a huge party planned for New Year’s Day 2023! And we want you to BE THERE! The SIU Salukis will take on Belmont University on New Year’s Day at the Banterra Center. Tip-off scheduled for 4PM. This game will be broadcast on either ESPN2 or ESPNU and we want to pack the place! Tickets will be available at an ultra-discounted price beginning on Monday, December 19th at 7AM CST, and continuing through Thursday, December 29th! You must get your tickets online! CLICK HERE for more information on how to get your discounted tickets, and about all of the great events planned for New Year’s Day! Including the world’s biggest balloon drop! In case you missed it, here’s my interview with SIU Athletic Director, Tim Leonard on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Well ‘ol Aunt Verna wishes Santa Baby would bring her a boyfriend! I don’t know if that’s gonna happen this year or not. I think she’ll probably just get a lump of coal in her stocking! In case you mnissed it, here’s the phone call from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, proudly presented by Small’s Meat Market in Marion!
It’s Christmas at Cornerstone! Pastor Michael Nave joined me on the Kent in the CountryMorning Show to talk about what’s coming up at Cornerstone Church in Marion! Check out THIS WEBSITE for more! And Merry Christmas from everyone at Cornerstone Church!
Don’t miss Chase McDaniel in Z100’s Radio Roadhouse presented by Traxx in Carbondale! Tune in Tuesday, December 20th at 2pm!
I had a chance to talk with Bob Swayze, Family Nurse Practitioner with AST Primary Care in Marion on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. When was the last time you had your blood pressure and cholesterol checked? Call today to set up an appointment! (618) 899-9193!
We believe in the mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and we know YOU DO TOO! We need your help! Will you join us in a Quest for a Million Pennies in 2023! Along with First Bank and Trust Company of Murphysboro, we want to raise a ton of money for our St. Jude Radiothon! It’s coming up on Thursday, and Friday, March 30th and 31st, 2023! It would be amazing to bring in a million pennies this year, and be able to give an extra $10,000.00 toward the life-saving research that continues, right now, at St. Jude in Memphis, TN! Anyone can be a part of the Quest!
Thank you teachers, kids, businesses, everyone! We appreciate your help in our Quest for a Million Pennies!
The Quest for a Million Pennies is ON for 2023! Fill out the form below, and let us know you are on board for the Quest in 2023! You can collect money all the way up through the week of our radiothon, March 30th and 31st! Simply place a container out for anyone to donate! But, all of that loose change needs to be rolled up, and changed over into a cashier’s check made payable to “St. Jude”. First Bank & Trust of Murphysboro at 1403 Walnut Street will be happy to do that for you. All money must be in NO LATER than FRIDAY, March 31st, at 5PM! You can drop off your check if you’d like in-person at River Radio Studios, 1431 Country Aire Drive, Carterville, IL, 62918. OR, just drop it in the mail!
Send us a text at (618) 985-3983 if you have any questions!
St. Jude Won’t Stop, and we won’t either! We love St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Thank you for helping us in 2023 on the Quest for a Million Pennies!
Quest for a Million Pennies 2023 * Your Name First Last * Town * Phone * Your Email * Organization + School Classroom + School Organization + Business + Church Group + Civic Organization + Self + Other * School * Classroom and grade level * Have you been on the Quest for a Million Pennies before? + Yes + No * If you are not a part of a school, tell us about your business/group/self! * Tell us why you are ready to help out St. Jude! * PictureMax. file size: 600 MB.We'd love to share a picture of your group on our website and facebook! Just make sure you have permission to share it with us first! I agree to the Data Retention Policy
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If you’ve tried everything to help with the pain you’re suffering from, maybe it’s time to try Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion! I had a chance to talk with Destiny Petrowich on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show about some of their alternative treatment programs they offer that can provide real relief!
We believe in the mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and we know YOU DO TOO! We need your help! Will you join us in a Quest for a Million Pennies in 2023! Along with First Bank and Trust Company of Murphysboro, we want to raise a ton of money for our St. Jude Radiothon! It’s coming up on Thursday, and Friday, March 30th and 31st, 2023! It would be amazing to bring in a million pennies this year, and be able to give an extra $10,000.00 toward the life-saving research that continues, right now, at St. Jude in Memphis, TN! Anyone can be a part of the Quest!
Thank you teachers, kids, businesses, everyone! We appreciate your help in our Quest for a Million Pennies!
The Quest for a Million Pennies is ON for 2023! Fill out the form below, and let us know you are on board for the Quest in 2023! You can collect money all the way up through the week of our radiothon, March 30th and 31st! Simply place a container out for anyone to donate! But, all of that loose change needs to be rolled up, and changed over into a cashier’s check made payable to “St. Jude”. First Bank & Trust of Murphysboro at 1403 Walnut Street will be happy to do that for you. All money must be in NO LATER than FRIDAY, March 31st, at 5PM! You can drop off your check if you’d like in-person at River Radio Studios, 1431 Country Aire Drive, Carterville, IL, 62918. OR, just drop it in the mail!
Send us a text at (618) 985-3983 if you have any questions!
St. Jude Won’t Stop, and we won’t either! We love St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Thank you for helping us in 2023 on the Quest for a Million Pennies!
Quest for a Million Pennies 2023 * Your Name First Last * Town * Phone * Your Email * Organization + School Classroom + School Organization + Business + Church Group + Civic Organization + Self + Other * School * Classroom and grade level * Have you been on the Quest for a Million Pennies before? + Yes + No * If you are not a part of a school, tell us about your business/group/self! * Tell us why you are ready to help out St. Jude! * PictureMax. file size: 600 MB.We'd love to share a picture of your group on our website and facebook! Just make sure you have permission to share it with us first! I agree to the Data Retention Policy
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Dillon Carmichael is coming to the Benton Civic Center on Friday, February 17th at 7PM! New Country Z100 is teaming up with the Benton Civic Center to bring Dillon to Southern Illinois! Tickets ON SALE NOW at the Benton Civic Center website. CLICK HERE! For a limited time, use promo code “Z100” to SAVE $5 off the $27 ticket price and early 6pm entry to venue! A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Dillon Carmichael is the singer with “Son Of A…” Check out the video below and then visit the Benton Civic Center website to get your tickets TODAY!!
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!
Have you seen the new AST facility being built on Rushing Drive in Herrin just off of Rt. 13? It’s amazing! They have a ribbon cutting scheduled for THIS FRIDAY (12-9-22) at 4PM. I had a chance to talk with the folks from AST Primary Care in Herrin on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show.
Do you suffer from migraines? Have you contacted Neuropathy and Pain Solutions in Marion yet? CALL (618) 993-2906 to set up an appointment and let them develop a treatment plan for you! I had a chance to talk with Destiny Petrowich PA-C, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show about the treatment options that can provide real relief!
Are you ready for Christmas yet!? Well my Aunt Verna is! In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Are you ready for the Christmas season!? Check out www.christmasatcornerstone.org to find out more!
It’s the best Christmas gift ever! A completely detailed car, from top to bottom with Platinum Finish Auto Detailing in Marion! Get your gift certificates today and give the gift of a clean car! Better-Than-New showroom shine!
Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Jeepin’ for St. Jude Jeep Run a huge success! It’s all about the kids! Dave Arnold from Absher-Arnold Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram joined me in the studio this
It’s time to get your Christmas Gift Certificates from Platinum Finish Auto Detailing in Marion TODAY! Stock up for Christmas and give them the gift of a clean car! Better than showroom new! I had a chance
Pastor Michael Nave from Cornerstone Church joined me on the Kent in the Country Morning Show this morning, with a couple of tips on how to have a great Thanksgiving!
Yeah it’s gettin’ to be that time of year! Deer season is here! My Aunt Verna was extremely happy this morning, and if you see her down at the Deer festival parade in Golconda this weekend, she’ll
It’s the freshest you can get! Deer hunters from all over the world are using products from J and S Scents and getting huge results! I had a chance to talk with Jeff Williamson on today’s Kent in
I had a chance to talk with Family Nurse Practitioner, Devin Haub, with AST Primary Care on the importance of health screenings! Contact the Marion office at (618) 969-8886 to schedule an appointment.
ZOOMERS RV of Illinois, formerly Larry’s Trailer Sales, is a volume dealer that sells RV’s all over America! People who are new to camping, and seasoned veterans alike, know a great deal when they see one! That’s
If you said it was the Luke Bryan performance… winner winner chicken dinner! My Aunt Verna from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. Scroll under Luke’s performance to hear what she had to say about it!
Pastor Michael Nave from Cornerstone church had a big word to talk about today… Hypocrite. In case you missed it, here’s our interview from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. Check out Cornerstone Church this weekend
Get your holiday shopping done early. Guys, your wife called, and she wants a clean car! Get in touch with Platinum Finish Auto Detailing check one item off your list. Her car will look better than brand
Are you suffering with pain from Neuropathy? Tingling or pain in your extremities? Sometimes worse at night, this pain can affect all aspects of your day-to-day life. There’s help available here locally in Southern Illinois. Check out
CLOSEOUT pricing on all remaining NEW 2022 campers at Zoomers RV of Illinois! Check out this amazing deal! It’s time for a new camper, and for creating memories with your family! Call ZOOMERS RV at (618) 596-6414
It’s a “Maroon-Out” for the first Saluki home game this Monday night at the Banterra Center! The kids can give high-fives to the plays on the court before the game! Tickets just $6 at www.siusalukis.com!
Are you ready to take your family camping? Let’s go to ZOOMERS RV! Have you been to Zoomers RV yet? Maybe you’re just hearing about Zoomers! They are located in the former Larry’s Trailer Sales lot on
My Aunt Verna from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. Apparently she has her eyes set on Tom Brady. Lord help us all!
Have you ever noticed how some cars look like they just left the showroom floor? Either someone just dropped a ton of money on a new car, or, they just received an Iron-Decon treatment from Platinum Finish
My Aunt Verna is ready for Halloween this year! She had some dandy Halloween jokes for you this morning! In case you missed it, here’s her phone call from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Here’s the good news for your day! We say congratulations to 7-year -old Hallie McFarland from Thompsonville, IL as she took home a 1st place trophy from this year’s Illinois State Fiddle Contest held in Effingham this
Do you have an older car? Want to make it look new again? Maybe you have a brand new car, would you like to keep it looking like new for a long time to come? Check out
It’s been 30 years of doing fright, RIGHT! The Haunted Forest is back at the Saline County Fairgrounds Thursday, October 27th, through Saturday, October 29th! Coleman Tri-County Services has done it again! The Haunted Forest is bigger
From today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, my Aunt Verna is ready for all of the fun with SIU Homecoming! Parade at 10AM, tailgating at 11AM, and kick-off is at 2PM!
Are you ready for a getaway to the Smokies!? It’s time to book Mountain Top Views Cabin! This place is amazing and every time we go down, we have a blast with our family! This cabin is
With all of the events going on in Southern Illinois this weekend, my Aunt Verna had to have the perfect fall outfit!
Pastor Michael Nave with Cornerstone Church in Marion has “3 R’s” that can help you out in your relationships! Check out Cornerstone Church HERE!
It’s time for another Veterans Honor Flight of Southern Illinois! Mission #9 will take off from Veteran’s Airport just before 6AM on Tuesday, October 4th! Our nation’s true heroes, our veterans, will fly to Washington, DC, tour
Don’t miss Grand Ole Opry member John Conlee at this year’s West City Fall Festival! Saturday, October 8th! It’s a FREE concert for everyone! For more information about the West City Fall Festival, CLICK HERE! And, in
Oh man look out outdoorsmen! My Aunt Verna is lookin’ for a new boyfriend at this year’s National Hunting and Fishing Days at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds! In case you missed the phone call on today’s Kent in
I had a chance to talk with Joni Manfredo from Marion who is organizing the school’s annual “Pink-Out” Football Game. Get out early to the Marion Football Field this Friday night! (9-23-22) Festivities start at 5:30 with
You don’t want to miss this one! Coleman Tri-County Services in Harrisburg is celebrating their 50th anniversary with a concert featuring Josh Turner! Wednesday, October 5th, 6pm at the Saline County Fairgrounds! I had a chance to
Check out this picture of our Country Concert Correspondent, Ann Conner, with Jordan Davis after the show on Tuesday night! Check out this interview from today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
Well she still hasn’t found a boyfriend at the fair, but she has her eye out on the Illinois State Troopers. Look out for my Aunt Verna at this year’s DuQuoin State Fair!
It’s time to discover your God-given potential! Get to Cornerstone Church this weekend! Pastor Michael from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
On today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show, I official announced DuQuoin resident, Ann Conner as our DuQuoin State Fair Country Concert Correspondent. Ann has been going to the fair to see the grandstand shows for decades, and I
The first annual Southern Illinois Truck Showdown is coming up this Saturday, September 3rd, at Rent One Park in Marion! 9AM-4PM. Just $20 to enter your truck! I had a chance to talk with Brett Sullivan, event
Hey, you are invited! Come on out to Cornerstone Church in Marion this weekend!, or join them ONLINE HERE! It’s all about becoming the person God created you to be!
Aunt Verna used to chase boys around the playground with a stick! What!? Have a great school year! From Aunt Verna to You!!
Kendell Marvel has done it again! Look for “Come On Sunshine” by Kendell coming out September 23rd! Get it wherever you listen to music, and you can buy it on vinyl through his OFFICIAL WEBSITE! Also September
Little League teams across the country right now are playing in tournaments, trying to get to the Little League World Series, which will be played later this month in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. One of these games was played
Z100 Night at the Opry…….Friday, September 23rd……featuring Southern Illinois native Kendell Marvel!! Get your tickets for only $45 using the code Z10045 at www.opry.com! Z100 Night at the Opry featuring Kendell Marvel FRIDAY, September 23rd! Remember PROMO
Don’t miss CMA, ACM, and Grammy Award winner, Suzy Bogguss! She’ll be at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Saturday, August 27th for an amazing night of music! GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! I had a chance
The mega millions jackpot is over 1 billion, and my Aunt Verna knows exactly what she would do with the money if she won it! Spoiler alert: It involves Luke Bryan.
Here is your chance to win Morgan Wallen tickets when he performs in St. Louis. This giveaway is sponsored by Reynolds Roofing, Exteriors, and Coating New Country Z100, Reynolds Exteriors & Smalls Meat Market give you 2
Just announced!! “38 Special” will Rock the Beer Tent at this year’s DuQuoin State Fair on Friday, August 26th! FREE! I was able to talk with Josh Gross from the DuQuoin State Fair about this show and
Here’s an easy way to get in on the winning for all of the great shows at this year’s DuQuoin State Fair! Celebrating 100 years! Text “Cole” to (618) 985-3983 for a chance to win tickets to
It’s camp week for Nubability Athletics! And that means hundreds of kids with limb difference will get the opportunity to learn they “don’t need 2” make any exceptions when it comes to playing main-stream sports! They’ll be
I had an opportunity to talk with Josh Gross with this year’s DuQuoin State Fair about another band being announced for the Beer Tent at this year’s fair! Remember, these shows are FREE! We will see you
Well my Aunt Verna is surviving the heat ok, and lucky for her neighbors, she’s been told by local law enforcement to keep her kiddie pool put away! It was just too much for the neighbor kids!
JUST ANNOUNCED! Legendary rock group, Head East will be performing in the beer tent at this year’s DuQuoin State Fair! AND, it’s FREE! I was able to catch up with DuQuoin State Fair manager Josh Gross on
Apparently my Aunt Verna’s friend, Ethel, has just got herself a jeep! Be on the lookout for them riding around in this year’s Jeepin’ for St. Jude Jeep Run! Have you registered your Jeep yet? C’mon and
Lance Baldwin is a 9-year-old boy from Johnston City who is battling Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare bone cancer, in St. Louis. Some folks are getting a benefit together for his family to help with medical expenses. Check
How would you like to WIN 2 tickets to THIS SUNDAY’s Cards/Cubs game at Busch Stadium! (Sunday, June 26th, 2022 — 1:15PM game time) New Country Z100 and T-Street Rides in Christopher would love for you to
Looking for a great place to take the family? Ready to just get away for a few days! Pigeon Forge TN is just a few hours down the road! Enjoy everything Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg have to
It’s coming up on Columbus Day weekend this year at SIU’s Touch of Nature! The Little Grassy “Get Down” is a 3-day music festival! AND, it’s one for the entire family! Bring the kids! Get your tickets
My Aunt Verna is excited about Trace Adkins at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Friday, June 17th! Get your tickets HERE!
I had a chance to talk with Jared from Shotgun Eddy’s on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Their having a crawfish boil this Saturday! They’ll be out there all day! Serving starts at 1PM! Come early
I had a chance to talk with Zach Taylor from Zeigler on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Zach has enthusiasm! AND a dad bod! And he is in the running for a $100 gift card
The 2nd Annual Brayden King Memorial Baseball Tournament is coming up this weekend in Vienna! I was able to talk with Brayden’s mom, Kathy Poole, on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show this morning! Make plans to be
What you want to do, might not be what’s best for you. Something to think about today with our friend Pastor Michael Nave with Cornerstone Church!
With the price of gas over $5 a gallon, My dear sweet Aunt Verna decided to do something about it. I really didn’t think she would go through with it, but I guess she did! My Aunt
I had a chance to catch up with John Spicer on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. John will be playing Herrinfesta Italiana with Blacktop Boulevard Saturday night, after show opener, Lewis Creek at 6PM. John has been
The Shriner’s Circus is coming to the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 4th at 2:00pm and 6:00pm, AND on Sunday, June 5th, at 1:00PM! Get your tickets HERE! AND be listening to WIN family 4-packs on
Well, be on the look-out for my Aunt Verna at this year’s Herrinfesta Italiana! I guess she’s got a tube top for every concert! Lord help us!
Well I knew it was just a matter of time, and whenever the temp finally breaks 90 degrees, it’s bound to happen. My Aunt Verna got her tube top ready for the summer concerts coming up. Just
Maybe you’ve heard Philippians 4:13 you’re entire life, and maybe it’s your favorite verse, but maybe you’ve never really thought about what it really means! Pastor Michael Nave from Cornerstone Church joined me on the show this
The Old King Festival gets underway TONIGHT (5-12-22) in downtown West Frankfort! The Hollerboys get the whole thing started tonight! I had a chance to talk with Adam Webb with the Hollerboys on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
I had a chance to talk with Kyle Orso with the River2River Relay! After a 2-year break, the 80 mile race across Southern Illinois is back! Be on the lookout for over 2,000 runners and their relay
I had a chance to speak with Allison Hassler with 100+ Women Who Care on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show. Their next event is coming up on Wednesday, April 27th, at Walker’s Bluff. A local non-profit
Check out this big ‘ol Crappie 5-year-old Logan Walker from Herrin got when he went fishin’ with his Uncle Shawn! He’s hooked! Logan takes home a Primo’s Pizza with the Cheese sticks! Has your kid Gone Fishin’
It’s tomorrow night! Tuesday, April 19th, don’t miss HYPROV at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center! What do you get when you combine a master hypnotist, with a comedian? You get HYPROV, Improv comedy under hypnosis! This
Do you know what was inside Jeremy’s egg? Every year I share this story with our New Country Z100 listeners, and every year it brings the same result. I love it! I love Good Friday, and what
The Easter Sunrise Service is coming up THIS SUNDAY! EASTER SUNDAY! It’s the 86th annual community Easter Sunrise Service from the cross, and it will be awesome! Gates open at 5AM, and service starts at 6:30AM! For more details about everything at the cross, follow them on facebook HERE! And in case you missed it, my guest, Jeffrey Isbell, was on the Kent in the Country Morning Show this morning! Big things are happening at the Bald Knob Cross of Peace!
I had a chance to talk with 12-year-old Luke Bryant on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! This kid is a fisherman extraordinaire! He may not wear skinny jeans like the country singer, Luke Bryan, but he sure can catch a catfish! Luke is from Goreville and he caught and released this 9 1/2 pound channel cat at a pond in Johnson county! Way to go Luke! Hey if you’ve got a kid fishin’ picture in your phone, send it to us at GONE FISHIN’ with Harrison’s Sport Shop in Hurst! CLICK HERE!
I had a chance to talk with Landin Williams from Desoto on today’s Kent in the Country Morning Show! Landin goes to school at Desoto Grade School, and according to his grandmother, Michelle, he goes fishin’ every day after school. If you have gone fishin’ with your kids lately, share a picture in our “Gone Fishin'” photo gallery with Harrison’s Sport Shop! Just CLICK HERE!
Its time for Fun in the Sun! Get Back to the Beach with Z100’s Beach Bum Bingo!
Presented by RNR Tire Express and
Reynolds Exteriors!
It’s your chance to win a 4 day / 3 night stay at the Holiday Inn Resort in
Panama City Beach Florida! Pick up your Beach Bum Bingo card at Small’s Meat Market in Marion or
RNR Tire Express in Marion or Harrisburg or download a card from z100fm.com. Listen for the
Riley’s Smokehouse Beach Bum Bingo songs in the 7am, noon and 4pm hours. Keep track of
the date and time that song was played. The first person to call in with a bingo and correctly
identify each song, artist and the exact time it was played, wins a trip!! Non-winning bingo
cards are eligible for the Grand Prize: a 5 day 4 night stay in the Penthouse Suite!! Non winning
cards picked up at Small’s Meat Market or RNR Tire are eligible for Consolation Cash! Beach Bum
Bingo…. It’s easy, it’s fun and it can be your ticket to a beach vacation! Beach Bum Bingo
presented by RNR Tire Express with locations in Marion and Harrisburg and by Reynold’s
Exteriors.
Download your official Game 1 card in the link provided below!
Beach Bum Bingo Rules
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Here’s our local Beach Bum Bingo WINNERS! Game #1 – Bridgett Murrie from Vienna! CLICK HERE for her winning bingo!
Game #2 – Sarah Davis from Broughton! CLICK HERE for her winning bingo!
We’re “Gone Fishin”! With Harrison’s Sport Shop in Hurst! Get those fishin’ pictures in to us!
Are you headed out on a family fishin’ trip? Once your kids catch that big ‘ol fish, snap a picture and send it to us using the form below! We’ll showcase your kid’s fishin’ picture online, and they may WIN a weekly prize from Primo’s Pizza in Energy and Carbondale! Let’s have some fun for 2022! It’s “Gone Fishin'” with Harrison’s Sport Shop in Hurst!
Check out 2-year-old Kaiden’s casting skills!!
Gone Fishin' 2022 This is where you can submit a picture of your kids with the fish they just caught! We love seeing all the great fishin' pictures! Keep in mind, we may use your picture on our website, and on our social media channels.
- Your Name*
First
Last * Town * Phone * Tell us about your pictureWho is in it, where was the picture taken, and how old is (are) the kid(s) in the picture? * Kid Fishin' Picture
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Gone Fishin’ photo gallery 2022
Savannah-3
Rylan-10
Rhett-Jones
Landin-Williams
Josie-3
Jensen-2
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Emma-Jo-fishin-with-papa
Easton-5
Bentley-catfish
Don’t miss the Gatlin Brothers at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center THIS FRIDAY NIGHT! (3-11-22) Get your tickets HERE!
AUCTION LINE is (618) 985-2114
Scheduled auction days: (dates and times subject to change)
March 1 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $1,370.00
March 3 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,340.00
March 8 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,601.00
March 10 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $3,025.00
March 15 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,965.00
March 17 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $10,115.00
March 22 – CLICK HERE for Auction List
It’s time once again for another exciting line-up of LIVE auction items to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
Business owners, do you have any items/services you’d like to donate? You’ll feel good knowing 100% of the money raised will go to the life-saving research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital . You’ll get some incredible publicity on the radio, and online at our website and social media channels! We’ll schedule your item for one of our upcoming auction days. Just get in touch with Tracy here at Z100 at tracym@riverradio.net, or you can call her during normal business hours at (618) 985-4843! We can even make a gift certificate for you if you would like to donate one of your services!
Some of the items already donated for this year’s auctions include a driveway or parking lot from Samron Midwest Contracting valued at $5,000! (cost for project exceeding $5000 will be paid directly to Samron.)
CLICK HERE to place a bid for the driveway or parking lot!
The driveway/parking lot can be either concrete or asphalt! You can choose whatever best fit your needs! The professionals at Samron will make it look spectacular!
We’ve got a Rend Lake College tuition waiver good for in or out of district for Fall semester 2022
How about a 24-foot round Nova pool with installation from Paradise Pools and Spas!
$5000 wedding package from Starlight Lake Wedding Venue
Dr. Zavala of Bellisima Spa,
Got a dog? Check out this ULTIMATE pet package from PURE PET!
A Luke Combs autographed guitar
Holiday Inn Resort in Panama City Beach Florida 4 days/3 nights vacation,
And an ultimate “I’m With The Band” experience and a “Songwriting Session” package from NashTours
A year’s worth of Botox, 150 units, from CORE Med Spa in Marion
- more!
The live on-air auction is sponsored by Tres Hombres These LIVE on-air auctions are a great way for you to get something cool, and help out the kids of St. Jude at the same time! Be listening on auction days, Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, and the special phone number to bid is (618) 985-2114! Your call will be answered by a volunteer ready to take your bid on whatever item you hear on the air, and see online! When you find something you want, call in, and bid HIGH! Then keep listening to see if you are outbid! If someone bids higher than you, call back and raise your bid amount on the item you’d like to have! YOU WILL NOT BE ON THE AIR when you call in to our phone bank! We’ll get your name, bid amount, and phone number when you call in! Auction times are from approximately 7AM to 8AM, and 8AM until 9AM CST on our auction days!
If you are the high bidder, we simply ask that come pay for your item(s) with cash, or check made payable to “St. Jude”, within 2 business days. We are located just off Rt. 13 at River Radio Studios, 1431 Country Air Drive, Carterville, IL!
Good luck! And thank you for helping the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
AUCTION LINE is (618) 985-2114
Scheduled auction days: (dates and times subject to change)
March 1 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $1,370.00
March 3 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,340.00
March 8 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,601.00
March 10 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $3,025.00
March 15 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $2,965.00
March 17 – CLICK HERE for Auction List TOTAL for St. Jude: $10,115.00
March 22 – CLICK HERE for Auction List
I had an opportunity to talk with Linda Bickers from Starlight Lake Wedding Venue in Marion! Linda has a heart for the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and she wants to help out by donating the use of her beautiful facility for your special day! Starlight Lake is beautiful, and located just 4 and 1/2 miles south of the Square in Marion, IL! If you’re looking for a venue to get married, either this year, or in 2023, CLICK HERE to find out more info, and place a bid! Even if you’ve already booked your wedding with Starlight Lake, if you are the high bidder, Linda will make sure your money goes to St. Jude! Here’s Linda to tell you more from this morning’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show!
I had an opportunity to talk with Dave Murray from SAMRON Midwest Contracting on today’s Kent in the CountryMorning Show! SAMRON is donating a concrete, or asphalt driveway, at your home or business! Up to $5,000! Do you have a gravel drive, and you’ve always wanted an asphalt drive on your property? Maybe you want a concrete driveway? CLICK HERE to place a bid for our St. Jude Auction! And if you have any questions on the details, you can call SAMRON at (618) 687-5500, or visit their website at www.samron.com! PLUS, find them on Facebook!
Tickets go on sale for Martina McBride at the Marion Cultural and Civic Center on Thursday, March 3rd! Martina will be in concert on Thursday, April 21st, at 7PM! This is one you don’t want to miss!! GET YOUR TICKETS! CLICK HERE to get your tickets!!
The Monsters of Destruction are coming to the Southern Illinois Center in DuQuoin! THIS WEEKEND! CLICK HERE to get your tickets! I had an opportunity to talk with driver Brad Shippert, with Against the Grain Monster Truck on today’s #KiTC Morning Show!
Pastor Michael Nave from Cornerstone Church talking about Love and Respect in Marriage! You can find out more about CORNERSTONE CHURCH at their website, Cornerstonechurch.community!
SPECIAL MEDIA NOTIFICATION
FOR RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd, 7:10AM CT
- GARTH BROOKS returns to Nashville, TN
- Nissan Stadium
- April 16th, 7PM
- 8 ticket limit
- In-the-round seating
Presented by Amazon Music RAIN OR SHINE
TICKETS ON SALE
Friday, MARCH 4th *
10AM CST SHARP!
8 ticket limit!!
In-The-Round Seating
ONLY 3 Ways to Buy:
1) www.ticketmaster.com/garthbrooks
2) The Garth Brooks Line at Ticketmaster 1-877-654-2784
3) The Ticketmaster app on your mobile device
*No advance box office sales.**
ALL SEATS RESERVED
$94.95 ALL INCLUSIVE
*PURCHASER ASSUMES COVID RISK
*All COVID rules apply
It’s time once again for another exciting line-up of LIVE auction items to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
Business owners, do you have any items/services you’d like to donate? You’ll feel good knowing 100% of the money raised will go to the life-saving research at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital . You’ll get some incredible publicity on the radio, and online at our website and social media channels! We’ll schedule your item for one of our upcoming auction days. Just get in touch with Tracy here at Z100 at tracym@riverradio.net, or you can call her during normal business hours at (618) 985-4843! We can even make a gift certificate for you if you would like to donate one of your services!
Some of the items already donated for this year’s auctions include a driveway or parking lot from Samron Midwest Contracting valued at $5,000! (cost for project exceeding $5000 will be paid directly to Samron.)
The driveway/parking lot can be either concrete or asphalt! You can choose whatever best fit your needs! The professionals at Samron will make it look spectacular!
We’ve got a Rend Lake College tuition waiver good for in or out of district for Fall semester 2022, $5000 wedding package from Starlight Lake Wedding Venue, packages from Dr. Zavala of Bellisima Spa, a Luke Combs autographed guitar, Holiday Inn Resort in Panama City Beach Florida 4 days/3 nights vacation, an ultimate “I’m With The Band” experience and a “Songwriting Session” package from NashTours + more!
The live on-air auction is sponsored by Tres Hombres These LIVE on-air auctions are a great way for you to get something cool, and help out the kids of St. Jude at the same time! Be listening on auction days, Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, and phone in your bid to 618-985-2114 to our Z100/St. Jude phone bank! Your call will be answered by a volunteer ready to take your bid on whatever item you hear on the air, and see online! When you find something you want, call in, and bid HIGH! Then keep listening to see if you are outbid! If someone bids higher than you, call back and raise your bid amount on the item you’d like to have! YOU WILL NOT BE ON THE AIR when you call in to our phone bank! We’ll get your name, bid amount, and phone number when you call in! Auction times are from approximately 7AM to 8AM, and 8AM until 9AM CST on our auction days! Auction line phone number 618-985-2114 If you are the high bidder, we simply ask that come pay for your item(s) with cash, or check made payable to “St. Jude”, within 2 business days. We are located just off Rt. 13 at River Radio Studios, 1431 Country Air Drive, Carterville, IL!
Good luck! And thank you for helping the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
Scheduled auction days: (dates and times subject to change)
March 1 – CLICK HERE for Auction List
March 3
March 8
March 10
March 15
March 17
March 22
I had a chance to talk with Cory Richard, general manager of Smoothie King in Marion, and also the new Smoothie King in Carbondale! It’s a celebration coming up the week of February 14th through the 18th for Smoothie King in Carbondale! Valentine’s Day, at the Carbondale location, it’s buy one, get one free of equal or lesser price! Plus a whole lot more! There’s a lot to love about Smoothie King, if you missed it, here’s the interview from this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show…
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Want to try and WIN round trip airfare for 2 on Cape Air to Nashville!? PLUS 2 tickets to a Grand Ole Opry show!? It’s time to play, “LOVE is in the AIR”!
Listen all through the day on New Country Z100 for your cue to call in and try to figure this out. If you’re the correct caller at 1-800-455-1100, we will play a quick snippet of a country LOVE song. You’ll only hear the word being sung… LOVE! Think about the classic game show, name that tune! Well, you’ll have to try and name that tune by hearing only one note! If you can do it, you’ll win a valentine’s gift set, PLUS, you’ll be entered into the grand prize drawing for airfare for two to Nashville, TN on board Cape Air! PLUS, tickets to an Opry show! We could play at anytime between 7AM and 5PM Monday through Friday! Good Luck!
*Remember, every answer will have “LOVE” in the title!
Every daily winner gets a Beanie Baby Valentine’s Prize Pack!
Don’t miss Luke Bryan at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheater on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th! Special guest will be Riley Green PLUS Mitchell Tenpenny! Tickets on sale Friday, February 4th at 10AM PRE-SALE is Thursday, February 3rd, 10AM to 10PM (PASSWORD: CURTAIN) CLICK HERE to get your tickets!!
The Monsters of Destruction Monster Trucks are coming to the Southern Illinois Center in DuQuoin! Friday through Sunday, February 25th-27th!
We want you to be there! AND we would LOVE to help out the kids of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! We have a party pack of 20 tickets to auction off for the Monster Trucks, plus PARKING PASSES! You can use the form below and place a bid for the Monster Truck party pack, and we’ll keep track of the high bidders online, and also on the air. We will close this auction down on Monday, February 7th at 9AM with a LIVE on-air auction with the Kent in the Country Morning Show. If you are the high bidder, you’ll get your choice of dates and times you’d like to go! Good luck! AND thank you for helping St. Jude!
*Remember, if you are the high bidder, you’ll need to come by River Radio Studios on Rt. 13 in Carterville and pick up your tickets within 2 business days. Cash or check made payable to “St. Jude”.
AUCTION is CLOSED! THANK YOU to Yvonne Isaacs from Thompsonville! $550.oo was the high bid to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
How well do you know your football movies!?
We had a BLAST playing Super Football Movie Trivia on the Kent in the Country Morning Show! The contest is now finished, but we want to thank everyone for playing along! AND congrats to Mitch Wright from Herrin, IL! He WINS the GRAND PRIZE PIGSKIN PARTY, just in time for the BIG GAME on Sunday, February 13th! BBQ, buns, chow, sauce, and tater salad for 10! From Small’s Meat Market in Marion!
Valentine’s Day is coming up and we can help you out in the gifting department with these pretty Purse packages that are lovingly put together to raise money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In addition to the Purse Packages, our Beanie Baby and Beanie Baby Puppy Auctions continue until February 9th. They are so stinkin’ cute! We would like to honor the Nelson family’s wish, and help use these collectible items as a way to raise money for the life-saving research going on right now at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital! Our auctions powered by Tres Hombres Mexican Restaurant in Carbondale.
Remember, every penny raised goes to St. Jude! Click on the links to take a look at our current auctions!
St. Jude Purse Package #1
St. Jude Purse Package #2
St. Jude Purse Package #3
St. Jude Purse Package #4
VALENTINE’S DAY BEANIE BABY (BEARS) AUCTION
VALENTINE’S DAY BEANIE BABY (PUPPIES) AUCTION
We are still looking for a bidder for the Valentine Puppies AND for the Valentine Bears & Monkeys! Remember all the money goes to St. Jude!
How cold is it??? My Aunt Verna had a lot to say about it on this morning’s Kent in the Country Morning Show!
It’s time for the final concert in the Dunbar Music Festival coming to the Pavilion in Marion! Don’t miss Parmalee and LANCO in a co-headlining concert! Saturday, March 12th! TICKETS start at just $29 and go on sale FRIDAY, JANUARY 21st at 10AM at www.ilshows.com! This is the final concert in the 3-day Dunbar Music Festival! Thursday, March 10th, it’s Aaron Lewis! AND FRIDAY, March 11th, check out Mitchell Tenpenny!
Tax time is car time, we all know that! But, you don’t have to wait until your official W-2 form comes in from your employer to get a car TODAY at Auto Credit of Southern Illinois! You don’t even need any money out of your pocket either! Chuck Weaver from Auto Credit joined me on the Kent in the CountryMorning Show to share some important information about this sale!
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