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The Greater Peoria Farm Show returns December 1st through 3rd at the Peoria Civic Center, marking its 45th year. Show manager Ron Bormaster says visitors will find everything from seed, feed, drones, tractors, tillage equipment, tools, cattle supplies, and new farm technology. Admission and parking are free. The show runs 9 AM to 4 PM Tuesday and Wednesday and 9 AM to 3 PM Thursday. Daily giveaways include $1,000 in show bucks, with a UTV giveaway through German-Bliss, and $2,000 in diesel fuel is also planned. Seminars from the University of Illinois and Farm Bureau will cover weather, cover crops, soil, and more.

Henry and Stark County Health Departments are spotlighting several November health reminders. National Nurse Practitioners Week, November 8th through 14th, recognizes local providers serving First Choice Healthcare clinics in Kewanee and Toulon, including primary care and psychiatric mental health services.

The department is also promoting confidential reproductive health services for Thanks Birth Control Day on November 12th, including contraception, STI testing, treatment, and education.

Medicare patients are reminded that annual wellness visits are covered at no cost. Flu shots are available for adults and children, with COVID shots for adults. November also brings a $30 A1C test special for diagnosed diabetics with a doctor’s order.

Friday at the Movies with Sean spotlights Wild Horse Nine, starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. Set on Easter Island in 1972, the film follows a retiring CIA agent whose fading memory complicates one last, mysterious request to his partner. Sean Kernan calls it “terrific,” praising the sharp comedy, strong suspense, and standout chemistry between Malkovich and Rockwell. The cast also features Steve Buscemi and Parker Posey, adding to the film’s offbeat energy. With its CIA conspiracy backdrop and confident tone, Sean says Wild Horse Nine is one of 2026’s best, with Malkovich possibly headed for Oscar attention.

Galva Mayor Rich Volkert says the city’s latest council meeting included a clean audit report, with officials praised for strong financial practices despite limited staffing. Council members also heard about East End Table and Tap’s senior meal program, which has about 90 donated meals available and offers low-cost senior portions. The council reviewed two bids for a vacant property, weighing whether a proposed new home would bring added tax value. A resident also raised concerns about a railroad crossing, which the city plans to pursue. Volkert said the fall cleanup was a success, filling five dumpsters across town.

Janna Groharing joined us with information on the upcoming festive season. We also heard a Twin City's Farmers Market update, and a few other things happening in the next few weeks.

Keri Olson usually joins us on the first Tuesday of the month. Well this Tuesday Keri was doing her part on election day as a judge. Stepping in was Chris Yucus, Operations Assistant at The United Way.

In the update for November we discussed Help for The Holidays utilizing "211" and the help the number provides. We also covered the importance of reading just 15 minutes a day with your kids. And finally end of year giving and how you can help the effort.

OSF St. Luke Medical Center is expanding access to advanced imaging services for local patients. Radiology leaders Blaine and Dan highlighted services including mammograms, ultrasound, vascular imaging, bone density scans, CT, MRI, X-rays, and nuclear medicine. They emphasized the importance of annual mammograms beginning at age 40, or earlier for those with a family history of breast cancer. OSF is also offering advanced breast imaging options, including Automated Breast Ultrasound (ABUS) scans for patients with dense breast tissue and growing MRI breast imaging capabilities in Kewanee. Officials say equipment upgrades are bringing high-quality scans closer to home, reducing travel and improving early detection.

Henry County Board candidate Debbie Castile says her top priority is keeping Hillcrest Home open, affordable, and staffed with employees who want to stay. Castile, a Cambridge resident and longtime Henry County resident, told Wake Up Tri-Counties she supports careful planning on emerging issues, including data centers and carbon sequestration, saying safety and local ordinances must come first. She also wants renewed focus on tourism, especially restoring visitor traffic to Bishop Hill. Castile encouraged residents to attend county board and committee meetings, ask questions, and share concerns through the Henry County website, saying stronger communities depend on public involvement.