Dr. Tim Morthland, founder of Morthland College in West Frankfort, joins us to talk about the growing college and new dorm buildings.

Republican Congressman John Shimkus joins us to discuss issues like ISIS, coal production in the U.S. and immigration. He also answered a view questions from listeners over the phone....
Carbondale City Manager Gary Williams joins the Morning Newswatch....
U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) joins The Morning Newswatch....