Karen Binder with Grand River Spirits in Carbondale stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss some common misconceptions regarding moonshine.

Joey Watson, a trooper with the Illinois State Police, stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss the increased roadside safety checks being administered by ISP during the Thanksgiving week.

Shad Zimbro and Rodney Cabaness with Black Diamond Harley-Davidson in Marion stop by The Morning Newswatch to discuss their many promotions they run throughout the year, including rock concerts, and dropping $10,000 out of a helicopter. They also discuss the many charitable events they put on for people in our area.

Bart Mann, an organizer with the Herrin Community Thanksgiving Day Dinner, stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss all of the effort which goes into creating a Thanksgiving Day celebration for the city of Herrin.

Annette McMichael is the Communications Director SAFE, which stands for Southern Illinoisans Against Fracturing Our Environment. McMichael sat down with Tom Miller on the Morning Newswatch to discuss a court case unfolding in Madison County, which could put a halt to fracking in Illinois altogether.

Carbondale businessman John "Mike" Henry stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss his recent announcement to run for Mayor of Carbondale, and the ideas that he has to improve the city.

State Senator Gary Forby (D-Benton) stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss all the news surrounding the fall veto session which begins today.

Carbondale Councilwoman Jane Addams stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss a potential property tax increase and to also talk about her announcement to run for Mayor of the city.

LaShonda Thomas with the Jackson County Health Department stops by The Morning Newswatch to discuss details regarding the Affordable Care Act.

Williamson County Commissioner Ron Ellis stopped by The Morning Newswatch on Monday morning.