You can hear us weekdays 6am - 10am on 104.5 WFMB in Springfield. John Spalding...has been on the radio in Springfield for over 30 years. John's been doing the morning show on 104.5 WFMB in 1995, and he's been stuck there ever since. Michele MItchell...has been doing the morning show with John since 1998...they are the longest-running morning show in Springfield.
Michele's Before and After Carpet Cleaning Photos
I had to share these with you, because I was so amazed at the result! It's embarrassing to show you how awful the carpet was before, but look at the amazin job Peerless did...even getting red paint out.
Weekend Marquee/E Buzz for May 25, 2012
by Michele Mitchell,posted May 25 2012 8:29AM
Movie in the Park: Friday at dusk at Robin Roberts Stadium. Featured film is "Captain America: The First Avenger." Admission is free.
Springfield TT Motorcycle Races: Friday at 5pm and Saturday at 7pm at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in the multi-purpose arena. www.illinoismda.com
Springfield Mile Motorcycle Race: Sunday in the grandstand of the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Gates open at 9am and racing starts at 1pm. www.illinoismda.com
Music in the Park: Sunday 4-7pm in Lincoln Park. Featuring classic rock from Screamin' Vatos. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Admission is free.
E Buzz
"Idol" Finale Viewership Ever
First lets say that most shows would kill to have about 21 1/2 million people tune in, however when it comes to and "American Idol" finale show that's not good. In fact it's the lowest ratings ever for an "Idol" finale. Ouch.
Out on Blu-Ray/DVD
If you're looking for a flick to watch over the long holiday weekend, here are some that just came out this week.
Red Tails: Based on the true story of a group of African-American pilots. Starring Cuba Gooding, Jr., Terrence Howard. This Means War: Two CIA agents find out they're dating the same woman. Starring Reese Witherspoon, Chris Pine, and Tom Hardy. The Secret World of Arrietty: Animated story of tiny people who live under the floorboard of a house.
Memorial Day Weekend Marathons
One of the best things about a long weekend is TV show marathons! You can catch up on or just enjoy your favorite shows all over again. For the full list click here. Here are some of the highlights... Military Movie Marathon Saturday on AMC from 1:30am - 5am Sunday. See "The Great Raid," "Tank Commandos," "Battle of the Bulge," "The Green Berets," "Midway," "Heartbreak ridge," "Flags of our Fathers," "Letters from Iwo Jima," and "Patton." Military Movie Marthon Sunday on TCM 6am - Midnight with "Command Decision," "Bataan," "First to Fight," "Breakthrough," "The Hill," "The Steel Helmet," and more. NCIS Marathon On USA 8am - 10pm Saturday. Mary Tyler Moore Show Marathon Saturday 9am - 9pm on Hallmark.