Danny and Amber talk about activities that we can do in our own outdoor living environment, which can give us visual results when it comes to eradicating invasive plants. Amber introduces us to the Terrestrial plant guidelines that take effect in mid-April of this year. Amber gives advice on how to remove invasive plants through both the natural approach or chemical options. Amber provides suggestions on how to get children involved in educating outdoor awareness of invasive plants in the family yard.

Danny and Jon talk about Jon’s work with youth and adolescence for the past 30 years as a psychiatric therapist. Jon goes on to provide some guidance when communicating with children in regards to the pandemic. Jon talks about how parents can talk to their children about what they see on social media. Finally, Jon advises on how to properly approach their own safety with their children and the pandemic.

Danny and Aimee talk about the history of CJ’s Daily Bread. Aimee goes on to talk about how she and several other volunteers saw the need to provide meals to residents in Western Indiana and Eastern Illinois. Aimee goes on to talk about the efforts that this nonprofit agency is doing to partner with the Clark County, IL Backpack Program. Aimee goes on to explain that CJ’s Daily Bread may be called upon to provide nutritious meals to families at the end of the school year. Aimee also expands on ways that we can support this free program to families in the Wabash Valley.

Danny and John talk about his involvement in the Terre Haute North High School band. John talks about the benefits and social growth that comes from students being involved in the band program. John tells us about the BAND app competition and what it entails for the winners. John tells us how we can support the student-produced video and how we can spread the word!    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFds4BVqygk

Danny and Susan talk about what is the Covered Bridge program for families of students in Vermillion and Vigo county. Susan talks about the specialized training that is available for students in the school corporation with any type of disability. Susan goes into how technology is playing an important role in the student’s education. Susan also tells us about Milo, a robot who has been helping Covered Bridge with their efforts in the South Vermillion school corporation (with plans to introduce Milo to students under the Vigo county school corporation & Covered Bridge umbrella).

Danny and producer Chris talk to Terre Haute North High School student Zoee Huxford and she provides an update on how the Riley Dance Marathon brought area students together to raise funds and awareness of the family resource. Zoee also talks about the program that students put together for Black History Month and goes into detail about the community service program that students have been participating in since the Fall. Finally, Zoee talks about Guys & Dolls production at Terre Haute North High School that opens April 30th. 

Danny and Sriram Mohan talk about the Rose Hulman’s Rose-Bud (Building Undergraduate Diversity) program that is putting on an event that will allow high-school and college students to complete activities using creativity, problem-solving skills and teamwork. Sriram introduces us to the SPARK! (Student Projects Advocating Resourceful Knowledge) event that will be held on Saturday, March 14th at the institute’s Sports and Recreation Center. SPARK! is allowing Rose Hulman students to collaborate with high-school students in an event where teams with the best technical and creative designs will win prizes and registration for the event ends on March 9th. Finally, Sriram talks about the theme of the event and gives us some insight on what students will be doing.

Danny and Erin talk about the general programs offered to residents in Vigo and Clay counties. Erin goes on to update us on the recent partnership with the city of Terre Haute to fund the repairs and opening on the pool at the YMCA in Terre Haute. Erin goes on to offer suggestions for families that wish to utilize the programs for the upcoming spring and summer breaks. Finally, Erin talks about the importance of the memberships to keep the existing programs in place and additional funding as they plan for the second half of 2020.

Danny and Amber talk about the history of the Big Read program and the funding source that the library applies for annually to support the project. Amber goes on to talk about the various partners who will play a role in this year’s Big Read. The reading project will reach a vast academic and demographic audience and will be spread throughout the Wabash Valley. Amber also spoke of the additional activities that the library has planned for early spring and summer!

Danny and Paul talk about what is the Wabash Valley Musicians Hall of Fame. Paul goes on to explain how the nonprofit helps area students advance their interests in live performance. Paul updates us on the organizations induction of musicians on March 8th at the Zorah Shrine in Terre Haute. Paul talks about the criteria for being nominated as a member of the class of 2021 in the Wabash Valley Musicians Hall of Fame.

Danny talks with Abbi Moore from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital  and HI99’s Baley to talk about the services that are available to family’s in the Wabash Valley. Baley updates us on the radio station’s effort to raise more than $1 million dollars during the previous years of the radiothon. Abbi talks about how the funds are used to continue cancer research and how the data is shared with the Wabash Valley facilities.

Danny and Brian talk about what the Easter Seals and INDATA project. Brian goes on to explain the three areas of the program including equipment loan, assistive technology demonstration and the financial loan program for residents of Indiana. Brian also talks about their computer loan program for persons with a disability. Finally, Brian talks about how you can support the INDATA projects with a donation of computers or to help spread the word about this program

Danny and Deanna talk about the role that the Maple Center plays in building a stronger community. Deanna goes on to talk about two free programs that are available to residents in the Wabash Valley, acupuncture for addiction and 12 step yoga. Deanna goes on to provide information about heart healthy and nutrition programs available this spring through The Maple Center.

Courtney outlines the role of the SBDC plays in helping small business development and growth. Courtney goes on to talk about the entrepreneur program available to high school students in the Wabash Valley. Courtney also talks about how the SBDC can help individuals who wish to learn how to export to the international market. Finally, Courtney explains all the services provided by the SBDC are free and how to follow them on social media.

Danny Wayne and producer Chris Lopez talk with Zoee Huxford,a senior at Terre Haute North High School. Zoee talks about how the high school has prepared her for the next phase of her academic career. Zoee goes on to share the schools partnership with area high schools on an awareness and fund raising event for Riley Children’s Hospital. Finally, Zoee talks about the Terre Haute North extracurricular activities taking place at Terre Haute North High School.

Danny Wayne speaks with Lori Carpenter from Stadler and Company about her role in educating and helping small business with the most recent tax law changes. Lori Carpenter explains what is “An Enrolled Tax Agent” and goes on to talk about updated IRS tax forms for persons over the age of 65. Finally, Lori updates us on the 529 plans and how this plan can benefit your current tax return.

Danny and Laura talk about the Vigo County Parks’ Master Plan and what it took to get the plan in place. Laura goes on to talk about upcoming events in February and March including on extraction of maple syrup. Laura also outlines programming options for students who are homeschooled, but wish to participate in park activities. Finally, Laura talks about the various county park options for this winter and spring.