Start your morning with a community fundraiser and thoughtful local commentary from across the Riverbend.
At 9:20 AM, we’re joined by Scott Richardson to talk about his upcoming Scott’s Freedom From Cancer Benefit, happening Saturday, February 21 at the Alton VFW. The event runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM with food trucks, vendors, and family activities, and continues from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM with live music from Borderline Band, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and a taco bar dinner. We’ll discuss how the benefit came together, what attendees can expect throughout the day, and how the community can help support Scott in his fight against cancer. It’s a full day built around unity, resilience, and rallying behind one of our own.
At 10:20 AM, Sydney Sinks joins us for Blog Talk, breaking down her latest Riverbender.com piece. We’ll explore the themes behind her writing, what inspired it, and how it connects to conversations happening right now across the Riverbend.
A morning centered on community support and meaningful local conversation.
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