WGLT Day Sponsors

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Kurt and Katie Timmerman. Celebrating 42 years of marriage and their continued support for public radio and freedom of the press.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Eric and Sarah Peterson. Eric and Sarah are celebrating another year together and another year of supporting WGLT and public media.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Donna and Martin Nickels. Celebrating the high school graduation of their grandson Collin Smith, and recognizing 2025 graduate and grandson, Logan Smith. 

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Jean and Dennis Lawyer celebrating fifty-two years of marriage and many years supporting WGLT. They encourage the community to support public media now more than ever.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Angela and Dan Yandel on their 17th wedding anniversary. Angela and Dan encourage support for WGLT to continue providing 60 more years of in-depth local news and cultural programming.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Bruce and Diane Boeck in celebration of their 49th anniversary. Bruce and Diane wish listeners a wonderful day and encourage everyone to support public radio, the First Amendment and freedom of the press.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Steve Vogel. Steve’s celebrating his memoir “Broadcast Live—71 true stories including some I’d just as soon forget” which is now available as an audiobook

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Russel and Rebecca Francois. Inviting the community to a free showing of “From Courtroom to Capital; Lincoln’s Path to the Presidency” April 30th at the Normal Theater. Details at mchistory.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Nancy Anderson celebrating the 31st anniversary of her 40th birthday. Nancy observes the milestone by enjoying her favorite things—knitting, crocheting, reading, friends, family and listening to WGLT.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors John Danenberger and Yuki Gottschaldt celebrating Shakespeare’s birthday. Inviting the community to the Illinois Shakespeare Festival at Ewing Theatre for Romeo and Juliet, Two Gentleman of Verona and Our Town..

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Elisabeth and Matt Reed, celebrating Earth Day. They are thankful for WGLT’s fact-based reporting on climate change and encourage everyone to consider how their actions shape our future planet.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Sonya Mau inviting the community to the Multicultural Leadership Program’s graduation April 25 at ISU Brown Ballroom. Ticket information and event details at themclp.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Gwenn Marie and Jim Sikora, recognizing the Wesley United Methodist paper pantry. Providing basic home and personal hygiene products for those in need. Details at wesleyumcbloomington.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Mike and Connie O’Grady. Inviting the community to the Saint Jude Feed and Auction April 11th at Sit N Bull in Hudson. Tickets available at the door.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Julie and Jim Derden. Encouraging listeners to celebrate National Library week by finding joy at your local public library this week and all year long.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors David and Barbara Denham in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary. They have enjoyed a lifetime of love together and extend their gratitude to WGLT and NPR. More on Day Sponsors at wglt.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Ann White, recognizing Heartland Theatre’s senior acting troupe. Young at Heartland kicks off their twenty second year of bringing live theatre to the community. Details at heartlandtheatre.org.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Cindy Kerber in honor of Election Day. Cindy encourages the community to seek trusted journalism and support local news. Reliable reporting empowers informed voters.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Debbie Lindberg inviting the community to the Mid Central Community Action golf outing June fifth. The outing supports the organizations countering domestic violence programs and Mayors Manor. Details at mccainc.org. 

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsors Mike and Karin Kelleher who wish Carol Kelleher a happy birthday. Carol is a master gardener, and a wonderful mother and grandmother.

Today's programming is made possible in part by WGLT Day Sponsor Peter Pontius in celebration of his 56th birthday. He hopes everyone will continue to support local independent media outlets, like WGLT.

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.