Jason Cregier

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Morning Edition Host and News Producer at Northern Public Radio

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Enhance your senses with a night stroll on the prairie in Rockford

2 weeks ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

This week's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes us for a stroll through nature after dark. A Full Moon Hike will be held at Severson Dells Nature Center in Rockford this Friday beginning at 7 p.m.WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier is joined today by Severson Dells Public Programs Coordinator, Liz Wiener, to discuss the nighttime jaunt across the center's prairie trails. Wiener says the trail itself is a little over a mile long.
Home buyers, sellers and project warriors may gather this weekend in Freeport

2 weeks ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

This weekend offers Stephenson County residents to browse a wide range of projects, talk with contractors and learn about all things homes. The Stephenson County Home Show takes place on Saturday. Apr. 12, at the Stephenson County Fairgrounds in Freeport. The event offers free admission to the general public, as well as access to professionals in home services such as landscaping and contractors. Bill Clow is with the Greater Freeport Partnership, which is hosting the event.
Changing seasons offer new opportunities in Sycamore

3 weeks ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

As we have changed from winter to spring, new weather and opportunities invite themselves into our lives. Today's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes us to the city of Sycamore for the Community Expo & Job Fair, which is hosted by the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce and Sycamore Park District. WNIJ's Morning Edition host Jason Cregier is joined by Shelby Crackel of the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce.
Inside the snow globe: Putting Edith back in the Farnsworth House | Under Rocks podcast

4 weeks ago | northernpublicradio.org | Spencer Tritt |Jason Cregier |Susan Stephens

1 of 5 — IMG_7634.JPG 2 of 5 — IMG_7633.JPG 3 of 5 — IMG_7631.JPG 4 of 5 — IMG_7607.JPG 5 of 5 — IMG_7609.JPG Thanks to our wonderful hosts at the Edith Farnsworth House, Kristen Lochner, Scott Mehaffey, Arianna Kiriakos, and of course, our excellent tour guide, John Palmatier. Where should the Under Rocks team head next? Let us know at [email protected].
Wear your green and enjoy St. Patrick's Day in Rockford

1 month ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

This Saturday in Rockford marks the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Rockford, plus the afterparty Paddy Fest in Loves Park. On this weeks WNIJ Community Spotlight, Morning Edition host Jason Cregier is joined by Dick Gorman, of the Irish Marching Society, to discuss the day’s festivities and fun. This year will be the 49th St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Rockford, with the first being held in 1976.
The march towards spring in northern Illinois

1 month ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier |John Jurgens

As we slowly transition from winter to spring in northern Illinois, we may experience wild temperature swings, thunderstorms, snow and rain showers. WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier and 13-WREX meteorologist John Jurgens discuss the variable calamity that we refer to as the early days of spring in the Midwest. Jurgens says there's a good chance of soaking rains this week, but also a cold front that could bring some snow showers as well before the week's end.
Comedian Mohanad Elshieky to share his sharp wit in the Midwest

2 months ago | flipboard.com | Jason Cregier

16 hours agoDespite a "Saturday Night Live" staffer claiming Ryan Reynolds' joke during the 50th anniversary special was "his idea," a representative for the famed sketch comedy show has denied his involvement. During an appearance on the "Fifi, Fev and Nick" podcast on Tuesday, veteran "SNL" staffer Wally …
A rollicking good time at Flannelfest in Janesville

2 months ago | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

This week's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes us just north of the "cheddar curtain" to neighboring Wisconsin for Flannelfest. Flannelfest is an annual event of Wisconsin beer, winter games, food and, well, flannel shirts. Elaina Szyjewski of Downtown Janesville INC. joins WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier to discuss the winter festival.
For Rockford area residents, you don't need to travel far to eat well.

Jan 16, 2025 | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

With the 2025 return of WNIJ's Community Spotlight we highlight some of the best places to grab a bite to eat across the Stateline. The annual Rockford Restaurant Week returns January 23 and runs through February 2. Elizabeth Falls joins WNIJ Morning Edition host to discuss all things good eats. Falls mentions that in 2024 sixty-two restaurants participated in restaurant week, and she anticipates even more for this year's event.
Enjoy all that fall has to offer in Elburn this weekend

Nov 7, 2024 | northernpublicradio.org | Jason Cregier

Today's WNIJ Community Spotlight takes us to Elburn, Illinois for a celebration of fall, but also the upcoming Christmas season. WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier is joined by Heritage Prairie Farm marketing director David Olinger to discuss the farm's 15th edition of its artisan craft and food fair.