U.S. Representative Mike Bost (R, IL-12) joins The Morning Newswatch.

Marsha Griffin is the Democratic candidate running against Representative Terri Bryant for the 115th District. She spoke with Tom Miller to introduce herself as a candidate and state what she has to offer.

Nancy Maxwell, Tasha Rhymes, and Christopher Swims join The Morning Newswatch to tell more about the upcoming "Back to School Bash" happening Saturday,  August 5, from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM at The Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church located at 400 East Main Street in Carbondale.