Angela & McKenzie stop by the show to discuss the MASSIVE amount of events taking place in downtown Mt. Vernon and the surrounding Jefferson County area this weekend.
https://enjoymtvernon.com/events/
Future Business Leaders of America is a student organization for motivated students who want to have fun and grow as leaders. FBLA is a student leadership organization with many facets. While business is in the name, careers and leadership development programs benefits all students. Mt. Vernon Township High School's FBLA Adviser Julie Hayes and 2 MVTHS Seniors joined Big Jake's show this morning to chat about their program, future plans, and of course their annual Pink-Out Football Game to benefit Breast Cancer Treatment/Research on Friday, 9/13.
The FBLA has hosted this fundraiser since 2012 when the President (at that time) & football player wanted to do a fundraiser for breast cancer because his mother had been diagnosed.
Fans can purchase a Jersey Sponsorship for $100 to get a survivor or someone's name that is/was affected by breast cancer on the back of a Jersey worn by player during the game. That sponsor can also take part in the Jersey Ceremony after the game, where players give their game-worn jersey to the sponsor.
Pinkout Designed Shirts will also be available for purchase via the link below or the day of the game for Short sleeve ($15); Long sleeve ($20) Crew ($25) Hoodie ($35). T-Shirt Pickup at school next Tuesday 9/10. Online: https://shopsilkworm.com/mtvernonpinkout
Business Sponsors are also available. Sponsors get their business logo printed on back of Pinkout Shirts that will be worn LONG after the game on 9/13, all for a $100 donation.
The FBLA will also host a Rubberduck Drop Raffle where Pink rubber ducks dropped from the bucket of fire truck (fire science instructors) and the Duck closest to the "X" wins $100. Tickets can be purchased the night of the game for this too.
Angela joins Big Jake's show to discuss Mt. Vernon’s beloved Salute to Freedom returns for its 39th year on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport. This free, family-friendly celebration features a full evening of food, fun, and fireworks.
Gates open at 5:00 p.m. with free admission and free parking. A wide variety of local food vendors will be on site, including:
American Ice Cream
Billy Bob’s BBQ
Buttercup’s Hand-Dipped Ice Cream
Crazy Asian Eats
El Ranch Taco Truck
Fat Jack’s / Melissa’s Place
Hamp’s Concessions
Launay Concessions
R & J Arctic Oasis
Simply Soul
Snowie
Taco Jo’s
Tommy D’s Flavored Freeze
Uncle Joe Sauces
In addition to great food, families can enjoy pay-to-play activities, including inflatables, face painting, laser tag, and more, provided by:
Brandy’s Fancy Faces
Party Up Inflatables
R & J Tactical Lazer Tag
R & J Gelly Ball
R & J Mobile Arcade
Market Days vendors will be set up with unique local goods and crafts. Confirmed vendors include:
618 Freeze Dried Sweets & Treats
All Shook Up
Avon
Franklin County Christian Action Council
Gravity Falls
Laura Seidel
Punk You Out
SPIRIT OF ART
The Happy Hippie
Uncle Randy's Sweets and More
Gene’s Fishing & Pointy Things
… and more!
Live entertainment begins at 5:00 p.m. with a live DJ, followed by a performance from Edwin Linson at 6:30 p.m. The grand finale fireworks show will begin around 9:00 p.m.
The Mt. Vernon Lions Club will operate a shuttle service from the parking area. After the event, attendees needing transportation back to their vehicles should visit the Mt. Vernon Tourism tent near the main stage.
Please note: No personal fireworks (including sparklers) or pets are allowed on the grounds.
For more information, visit enjoymtvernon.com or contact Mt. Vernon Tourism at (618) 242-3151.
The Legendary Trace Adkins joins Big Jake's show to chat about his new song, “What Color’s Your Wild” which is out now. Official music video premiered on CMT and Trace performed on the TODAY show. Adkins has been out on the road with Blake Shelton for the Friends & Heroes tour, then kicking off his own headlining What Color’s Your Wild tour with the Wolfe Cattle Company/Cord McCoy Extreme Bull Bash show on Saturday, 3/29 in Du Quoin at the Southern Illinois Center! Trace is also appearing at the Opry 100 celebration, airing Wednesday night on NBC. He makes mention of his cameo in the movie, Day of Reckoning which releases in theaters next Friday, 3/28. Get your tickets to see Trace Adkins in Du Quoin at wolfecattlecompany.com or listen to 94.1FM, WMIX for more chances to win!
