Tricia Higgins, Marketing Director with the Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, stops by to discuss how they've started their annual Girl Scout Cookie Program. Not only is the Cookie Program the largest girl led entrepreneurial program in the world, it is also a catalyst to fueling all of the adventures of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Customers aren’t simply purchasing cookies – they are empowering girls. Every purchase stays local and provides girls opportunities like camping, travel, robotics, and so much more. gsofsi.org/findcookies to search out a cookie booth nearest you!

Regional Recruiters Makyla & Whitney join Big Jake to discuss Deaconess Illinois' upcoming Healthcare Hiring Event in Mt. Vernon.

They are inviting healthcare professionals and job seekers to attend an upcoming Healthcare Hiring Event on Tuesday, July 29, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Conference Center, 8 Doctors Park, Mt. Vernon, IL.

This walk-in style event will offer attendees the opportunity to connect directly with department leaders, HR representatives and clinic managers to learn more about available positions and take part in on-the spot interviews.

Deaconess Illinois is actively hiring for a variety of roles, including:

• Registered Nurses (RNs)

• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

• Clinical and non-clinical support staff

• …and many more roles essential to delivering high-quality care.

Job seekers are encouraged to bring a copy of their resume and come prepared to speak with hiring managers and leadership representatives.

“This event reflects our ongoing investment in people and our commitment to growing a strong, compassionate healthcare workforce,” said Thomas Rye, MBA, PHR, Deaconess Illinois Director of Human Resources. “As we continue building a new era of care at Deaconess Illinois, we are looking for healthcare professionals who are passionate about excellence and patient-centered care,” said Desireé R. Stumpf, MJ, BSN, RN, HACP-CMS, SSGB, Deaconess Illinois Crossroads Chief Nursing Officer. “Whether you’re early in your career or seeking your next opportunity, we welcome you to explore what Deaconess Illinois has to offer.”

To explore open positions in advance, visit deaconess.com/careers.

JIm & Teresa join Big Jake's show this morning to chat about the science experiment in the sky that is piloting a hot air balloon. Be sure to get out and see Good Greeph or Blu E'nuff this weekend at Foundation Park in Centralia for the 35th Balloon Fest! Get more details at https://centraliachamber.com/balloon-fest and be sure to buy those wristbands!