Jacob resident Roger Twenhafel has donated his time and skills to Operation BBQ Relief, a volunteer group helping those affected by natural disasters. Roger joins The Morning Newswatch to talk about his experiences helping victims of the Gulf Coast Hurricanes.

Tom Miller speaks with Carterville Mayor Brad Robinson and discusses topics, including the city council's decision to hire a new police chief.

SIU President Randy Dunn joins us a day after the university names an interim chancellor to replace Rita Cheng.