Diane Daugherty and Amy Simpson joined Tom Miller in the studio to give more information regarding the upcoming event: Chef Clash in the Arena, formerly known as 100 Men Who Cook. The proceeds from the event benefit St. Francis Care animal shelter and Gum Drop Kids, a non-profit organization with a mission to feed hungry children in Southern Illinois.

Southern Illinois Miners Manager and Chief Operating Officer Mike Pinto joins The Morning Newswatch.

Michael Jones, director of the General John A. Logan Museum, joins us to talk about the role General Logan played in the Civil War and in starting the Memorial Day holiday.