SEGMENT #1:  Marshmallow’s Hope Community Outreach Director Katy Chadwick

Katy Chadwich outlines what Marshmellow’s Hope is, how it benefits the community and helps to prevent Youth Suiside in the Rockford Area. They have branches in St. Louis, and Springfield as well. She outlines the fundraising efforts and their Gala event coming September 18th at Hard ROck Casino Rockford. More at MarshmallowsHope.org  

SEGMENT #2: Assistant Chief Andrew Schulz Winn-Bur-Sew Fire Department / Hero Climb 

In this episode, the Assistant Fire Chief Andrew Schulz of the WinnBurSew Fire Department discusses his involvement with Hero Climb 2026.  He outlines why he does it, how to get involved, and why WinnBurSea Fire Department is all in for 2026. How to sign up for this event is also highlighted in the segment.

SEGMENT #3:  Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara 

In this segment, Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara outlines how he came up with the decision to step down as Mayor of Rockford, how the process to find his replacement will work, and what his new role as the Executive Director of Municipalities will consist of and how it will benefit the State of Illinois and our local communities. He also wraps with a shout out to attend Festa Italian this weekend.