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.

High school football coach Kerry Martin joins The Morning Newswatch.

Illinois State Senator of the 59th Senate district Gary Forby spoke with Tom Miller this morning before heading to the senate committee hearing concerning cuts to Southern Illinois University and the unsolved budget impasse.