When a picture is altered to make the subject look better, we say it’s “photoshopped.” When a song goes through the same process, we say it’s “autotuned.” Where did all this digital trickery come from? Today’s one-hit wonder is part of the answer. … MORE
Food Assistance Available for More Families
By the Illinois Radio Network More families in Illinois could be eligible for free and reduced school lunches. The USDA increased the eligibility to a family of four making up to $32,630 a year, or $650 more than last year. Reduced-price lunch is available for families making up to $46,400 a year, $1,000 more than last…… MORE
Basketball Museum Still Planned for Pontiac
By Katherine Murphy Hoops there it is – The proposed Basketball Museum of Illinois has no plans to “travel” out of Pontiac. Rumors have been dribbling out about a possible departure by the group but the Pontiac Daily Leader notes the statements are just that – nothing more than rumors. Bruce Firchau of the Illinois…… MORE
Wednesday Morning Sports Update
By Kevin Bessler Chicago Cubs 3 Milwaukee Brewers 0 Cubs Pitcher Jose Quintana allowed just 3 hits in just over 6 innings to get the win. Catcher Victor Caratini drive in 2 runs as Chicago increased their lead over the Brewers to 2 games in the National League Central division. The two teams will play…… MORE
Two Stories–One Song on Turntable Tuesday
Mick Jagger and Keith Richards were both driving forces in the Rolling Stones. They both had a hand in today’s Turntable Tuesday, but it wasn’t really a collaboration.… MORE
Immunizations at WJEZ
By Neil Doyle Flu season is quickly approaching and in an effort to help fight the illness WJEZ held their 3rd annual Immunization Clinic Monday morning. In partnership with the Livingston County Health Department the clinic helped to provide flu shots as well as several different vaccine options including pneumonia, TDaP, and the new shingles…… MORE
A Remembrance and Tribute for 9/11/2001
WJEZ is proud to present a special audio remembrance in honor of the tragedy and triumph of 9/11/2001. … MORE
Childress Takes Livingston County’s Message to Washington D.C.
Livingston County Sheriff Tony Childress By Katharine Murphy Livingston County Sheriff Tony Childress was in Washington D.C. last week, talking with lawmakers about immigration policy and controlling our borders. Childress met with members of Congress on Capitol Hill to share his experiences and speak of the challenges public safety officers experience when dealing with illegal…… MORE
Commercial Development Continues for Reynolds Street Property
By Neil Doyle The Pontiac City Council earlier this week approved a final plat of a subdivision to further the development of the Rittenhouse property on Reynolds Street in Pontiac. The council waived the preliminary plat at its meeting Monday night, as they followed the city’s zoning board recommendation. The subdivision where the construction will…… MORE
Friday Sports Notes
Chicago Cubs 6 Washington Nationals 4 David Bote knocked in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning as the Cubs took game 1 of a weekend series. Central Illinois’ Ben Zobrist collected 2 hits and knocked in 2 runs in the win. Game two of the series is tonight. St. Louis Cardinals vs. Detroit Tigers…… MORE
