Episodes
Heather Frykman joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the upcoming Doggy Costume Contest on Saturday, October 18, 2025, during the Fourth Annual Enchanted Pumpkin Festival. There’s a special treat in store for pet lovers at Kewanee’s Berrien Park. Heather Frykman, the Elegant Ms. Illinois Imperial Nations, is bringing back the beloved Doggy Costume Contest. Registration runs from 11:30 to 12:30, with costumed canines taking center stage at 1 PM. The $20 entry fee supports the People Bonding With Animals – Joy charity, benefiting senior, veteran, and disabled pet owners. This year’s even...
Cassandra Schmoll with the Henry County Senior Citizens Center joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the Baked Potato Fundraiser, Medicare Open Enrollment, Friday cinnamon rolls, Tuesday dinner, weekday lunch, and the 2026 trips. The Henry County Senior Center in Kewanee is inviting the public to its popular baked potato fundraiser happening on October 15th, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Attendees will enjoy a personalized baked potato meal, selecting from a variety of toppings, plus a cookie, for just $8. Just call ahead to ensure there are still baked potatoes available. The event offers dine-i...
RaeAnn Tucker from the Henry and Stark Health Departments and First Choice Healthcare Clinics joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about World Infection Prevention Week, CPR classes, Kewanee and Geneseo fall clinics, Covid shots, flu shot clinics, and insurance navigators. World Infection Prevention Week is being recognized across Henry and Stark Counties, as health officials urge residents to stay vigilant amid rising cases of flu, COVID-19, and RSV. The “Stand UPPP” campaign encourages handwashing, staying up-to-date on vaccines, and remaining at home when ill. Adult and pediatric flu shot...
Galva Mayor Rich Volkert joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to recap the October 6, 2025, city council meeting and talk about upcoming events in Galva. Discussion about Freedom Fest was the highlight of the meeting. So far, they have raised around $21,000 towards the 2026 Fourth of July fireworks show. There is a trivia fundraiser on November 8th to raise funds for fireworks.
Residents are reminded to remove all artificial and potted flowers, plants, shepherd’s hooks, and figurines from gravesites by Sunday, October 19th. Military markers and solar lights are allowed to stay, but no new items may...