Dr. Kevin Sylwester, Associate Professor of Economics at SIU joined Tom Miller in the studio and discussed the potential financial and economic events of the state as well as "need to know" elements of financing.

Illinois State Senator Andy Manar (D-Bunker Hill) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Julee Jordan is with T.M.A.D. (Teens Making a Difference), and she-along with other guests- joined Tom Miller in the studio to talk about the big upcoming event: the Taste of Herrin Family Festival on April 23rd.