WGLT Day Sponsors

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Stephen and Mary Peterson in celebration of Stephen’s seventy third birthday. They encourage everyone to financially support the news and music programming from WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Michael Laffey. Michael invites the community to the Kiwanis Pancake Days February 21st and 22nd at the Bloomington Center for Performing Arts. Ticket details at Bloomington Kiwanis dot org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor the Bartley family in memory of Bill Bartley. Bill was passionate about helping others through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. The Bartley family also thanks WGLT for quality local news.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Susan Real honoring East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Their work is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older Americans and their families. Details at eciaaa.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Mary and Hank Campbell, recognizing Dreams Are Possible. Classes offered can help women improve their opportunities to obtain employment with a sustainable income.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Susan Kalter. Susan urges everyone to continue fighting for the First Amendment – freedom of speech, the press, and academic freedom – along with all our freedoms.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Pam Lubeck. The New Covenant Community church welcomes all on Sundays at 10:30 am to their new church home, located at twelve nineteen East Grove Street in Bloomington.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Julie and Steve Kubsch who look forward to listening to WGLT, playing with their grandsons, and taking new adventures in 2026.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jennifer and John Chizmar in support of local independent news coverage. They encourage everyone to join them in making a financial contribution to WGLT before the year ends.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor the Otterman family. They encourage everyone to be kind, stay curious, and show compassion. Discovering how much we have in common builds community.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Tom Crumpler and Kay Moss in celebration of their twenty-first wedding anniversary. They look forward to another year of WGLT’s important, credible and balanced news for our community.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Alan Sender and Elizabeth Robb Sender. They are celebrating Beth's special birthday, the fiftieth anniversary of their first date, and the recent marriages of their daughters. 

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor the Coy Family, with gratitude to WGLT and NPR for thorough local and national reporting. And they applaud AuLani Coy who is dancing in the Nutcracker this weekend.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Sandy Groves inviting the community to support educational awards for women by participating in the Soroptimist Club Two Fifty Raffle. Details on Facebook at Soroptimist B-N.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Binoy and Joceline Edathiparambil, wishing their daughter Agnes a happy eleventh birthday. They also thank the teachers dedicated to providing quality education for all their students.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Lea Cline, celebrating the nineteenth anniversary of her twenty-ninth birthday. She encourages everyone to support small businesses in McLean County when shopping for birthday or holiday gifts.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Larry and Karen Apfelbaum. They encourage everyone to adopt from animal rescue programs. Pet owners can consider options to spay, neuter, vaccinate and microchip animals to help build a safer community.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Phyl and Greg Reichert honoring NPR and WGLT for providing factual and in-depth reporting. They appreciate the local, national and international news helping to create a more informed public.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Ben Matthews celebrating our public schools and union educators during American Education Week. Join Ben in thanking those working hard to make our great public schools even better for all students.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Kathleen Marifjeren recognizing Faith in Action’s community service. Adults over age 60 receive transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores and food pantries at no charge. Details at bnfia.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Kathryn Gillespie celebrating the work of volunteers at Home Sweet Home Ministries. These individuals are an integral part of the mission to bring hope to the unhoused in Bloomington-Normal.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Tonya Weber on National Broadcast Traffic Professionals Appreciation Day. She encourages everyone to celebrate the work of these NPR puzzle masters with a donation to WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors John Pryor and Hannah Eisner. They dedicate today to diversity, equality, and inclusion, values they believe enhance our country.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jay and Doris Groves. Jay and Doris are thankful for the School Street Food Pantry in Normal serving college students experiencing food insecurity.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Tom Ochs who is celebrating thirty-eight years with Hoffman Ochs General Contractors. Congratulations on your work anniversary, Tom.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Steve and Mary Vogel. They congratulate WGLT journalists for receiving a national Edward R. Murrow Award in New York City. Steve and Mary value WGLT’s work more than ever. 

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Nancy Slattery. Nancy relies on WGLT as a local source for trusted news. With the increased need for community support, she encourages everyone to contribute to public media .

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Doctor Danielle Kim and John Kim. They invite the community to join them in celebrating their twentieth anniversary by supporting a free press and contributing to WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Mark Webb and Todd Garrison. They consider public broadcasting and independent journalism as vitally important and encourage everyone to support public media.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Ruthie Cobb, recognizing the local non-profit organizations enhancing the quality of life in McLean County. She appreciates those supporting and promoting arts and historic preservation.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Stan and Martha Geison, celebrating their 43rd anniversary and their love for public radio. Stan and Martha regard WGLT as the lifeblood of balanced news in the Twin Cities.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Jeff Secord encouraging everyone to give back to our community. Jeff recommends supporting the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation or one of the many other nonprofits serving Bloomington-Normal.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Mark Austill and Chris Kaufman. Mark and Chris are celebrating twenty-five years of marriage and over thirty years of supporting WGLT and NPR.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors John and Marilyn Freese expressing their gratitude to WGLT. They appreciate the balanced news and important event updates that help keep our community informed and engaged.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Joel Haefner, wishing his partner Cynthia Huff a very happy birthday. Cynthia absorbs all her favorite shows like 1A and All Things Considered while grooming her show poodles.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jo Porter and Bruce Bergethon, in loving memory of Bill Sulaski. Bill was a fan of the blues, the Cubs, and the Redbirds, and a WGLT advocate and supporter.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Robert J. Lenz in honor of former ISU President Samuel E. Braden. Braden provided critical university leadership at an important stage of development under the Board of Regents.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jessica and Jason Chambers celebrating twenty years of the ISU Horticulture Center through its Autumnal Festivals. They encourage everyone to get outside and connect with nature.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Peggy Hundley, inviting the community to Zoo Do September twentieth. Zoo Do is an adults-only benefit for Miller Park Zoo presented by the Zoological Society. Details at MPZS.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jane and Rich Beal, reminding the community this public service depends on local financial support. They encourage everyone to join them in standing with public media by setting up a monthly contribution.

Today’s programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Mid Central Community Action welcoming the community to its Family Friendly Fundraiser supporting Mayors Manor, September 6 from 2 to 5 P.M. at Pheasant Lanes. Details at MCCAinc.org.

Today’s programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Evelyn Young who wishes all students the best as they embark on a new school year. From Pre-K to returning seniors, enjoy the learning experience!

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Kay Wilson. She encourages everyone to support local nonprofits like WGLT, the YWCA, and the Community Health Care Clinic.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Phylis VerSteegh welcoming all returning and new ISU students, faculty, and staff. And thanking the WGLT staff for continuing to provide this community with unbiased and up-to-the minute news.

Today's programming is made possible in part by Bill and Kathy Neil, encouraging C.P.R. and A.E.D. training. If heart attack or cardiac arrest strikes, C.P.R. and an A.E.D. can save lives, maybe even your own.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Todd and Corin Chapman, celebrating a happy 18th anniversary with their kids Ellie & Max. They encourage everyone to contribute to WGLT to help sustain local journalism.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Cindy Ross-Ringer in loving memory of her husband John, who would have turned 92 this month.  He introduced her to public radio more than 30 years ago. She encourages you to contribute to WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by a WGLT Day Sponsor in memory of Allan Horsman on what would have been his 90th birthday.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Martin and Jamie Smith in celebration of their thirty-second wedding anniversary. They encourage the listening audience to join them in financially supporting WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Marc and Darlene Miller. They celebrate that on this day forty-eight years ago, the Traveller science-fiction role-playing game was published in uptown Normal by the Game Designers’ Workshop.