Shaw Media entered the northern Illinois radio market in April 2023 by acquiring a group of market-leading Illinois Valley stations. The addition of radio stations enhanced the company’s already vibrant mix of Northern Illinois digital and print media. The combination of print, radio, and digital offerings allows us to better serve our markets in unique ways. Our goal is to forge deep ties in our communities as we strive to help make them better places to live.
We are the proud owners of the third oldest, continuously owned and operated family newspaper in the nation. Our legacy of success dates back to our founding in 1851. We’re the number one source of independent local news and information in the communities we serve, and one of the nation’s largest newspaper publishers. That success is due to our talented group of employees who put their very best into Shaw Media’s award-winning daily and weekly print and digital publications located in Illinois and Iowa. Our history of success continues today.
The pedigree of Shaw Media reads like a fascinating lesson in American history—involving documented Mayflower ancestry and a government office in the Plymouth colonies; a daring, orphaned 14 year-old Pony Express rider turned printer/newspaper editor; the founding of the early Republican party; a partnership with Abraham Lincoln; and a determined businesswoman blazing professional trails in the early 1900s. It’s a story characterized by tenacity, drive, and vision—the same qualities that still define Shaw Media today.
The communities we cover make up a population of over three million people, and over one million households. We reach over two and a half million readers in print and online every month. We partner with thousands of small businesses, community non-profits, and municipalities to make our communities better places to live.
Our Staff
- Dani Holland – Program Director: Radio Announcer
- Zane Trumman, Connor Hopkins, Daniel Jones, Annie Vinyard – Radio Announcer
- Elizabeth Griffin – Traffic Programmer/Digital Specialist/On Air Talent
- Tina Devine – Traffic Manager
- Michelle Soderholm – Account Executive
- Jared Dutko – Account Executive
- Jeff Billig – Account Executive
- Julia Fowkes – Promotion and Event Manager
- Ryan Wells – Revenue Director
OUR STATIONS
Walls 102
WALLS 102 is your live and local country station! More people listen to WALLS 102 during the workday than any other station. You can hear your favorite country hits in and around Oglesby, Ottawa, LaSalle, Peru, and Streator. Your home for wall-to-wall country! WALLS 102 is streaming online at walls102.com and on IOS and Android apps at WALLS 102.
Mornings with Dani
Brought to you by Steinberg Furniture, DJ’s Carpet Furniture & More, Koolmaster, Eureka Savings Bank, and Town & Country Services. Dani has been working in radio since she was a teenager! She loves a good cup of coffee, her daughters along with her clueless husband, and her dogs! You can listen to Dani, weekday mornings, 6am – 10am!
Crook & Chase Countdown
Each weekend, Crook and Chase count down the top 30 songs as reported by Mediabase 24/7. The show features four hours of hits, humor, and artist interviews. Listen every Sunday, 7am – 10am.
Zane Midday Show
The Zane Midday Show is proudly brought to you by Debo Ace Hardware! Catch Zane every weekday from 10 AM – 3 PM for great music, entertainment, and more. With three college radio awards and 14 nominations, including a recent nod for his morning sports updates on Shaw Local Radio, Zane brings award-worthy energy to your day!
Walls Afternoons
WALS Afternoons is brought to you by: First State Bank. A Peru, IL native! Annie has worked in radio all over the place, from Arizona to Oregon. Her guilty pleasure is watching the latest trashy t.v. show. Join Annie every weekday from 3pm – 7pm.
WALS Nights
Turn up your nights with WALS Nights! From 7 PM – 11 PM weeknights, we’re bringing you the best country hits, the latest news, and the perfect soundtrack to wind down or kick back. Whether you’re on the road or relaxing at home, WALS Nights has your evening covered!
Q Hit Music
Q HIT MUSIC is your Top 40 station with all the hits all the time! Playing all the hits in LaSalle, Bureau, and Putnam County! Q Hit Music is live, local, and streaming at qhitmusic.com and on the app for Apple and Android at Q Hit Music.
Q Hit Mornings
Q Hit Mornings is sponsored by DJ’s Carpet Furniture & More, and Eureka Savings Bank LaSalle. Wake up with Zane weekday mornings! Catch him during Q Hit Music’s Morning Show from 6am –10am.
Wake up with The Ryan Seacrest Show!
Catch Ryan every Sunday from 6 AM – 10 AM for the hottest hits, celeb buzz, and the best way to start your day! Don’t miss the energy, the music, and all the fun—only on Q Hits Music
Midday Vibes with D Brown
From 10 AM – 3 PM weekdays, D Brown’s got your workday covered with the hottest hits, fun stories, and the energy you need to power through the day! Whether you’re jamming at the office or cruising around town, turn it up and let’s make midday awesome!
The Afternoon Daydream
The Afternoon Daydream brought to you by Marquette Academy. Day is a Waukegan, IL native. Music is one of his lifelines. It keeps him going. Getting to talk about it to the masses is a plus. Hang out with Day, weekdays 3pm – 7pm.
Your songs, your hour!
It’s the TME All Request Hour—Monday through Friday from 6 PM – 7 PM! You pick ‘em, we play ‘em! Call in, text, or hit us up on social and get your favorite hits on the air. One hour, all requests, all YOU!
Your nights just got better with Q Nights & Connor!
From 7 PM – Midnight weekdays, Connor brings you the biggest hits, the best vibes, and nonstop energy to keep your night going strong! Whether you’re out and about or chilling at home, Q Nights is your perfect soundtrack
Classic country wglc
CLASSIC COUNTRY WGLC is the area’s choice for classic country! Tune in for local spots, news, and agriculture. WGLC spreads to Northern LaSalle and Bureau Counties and is streaming online at wglc.net and on the app for Apple and Android at WGLC Classic Country.
The Breakfast Show
The Breakfast Show is sponsored Liberty Village of Peru and Mendota Area Senior Services. The Breakfast Show – Mornings from 6am – 10am.
Midday Jamboree with Ashley Blake
Weekdays, 10 AM – 2 PM. Get through your day with the best classic country hits, fun conversations, and Ashley’s infectious energy!
Afternoons on the Farm with Mark Stevens
Mon-Fri, 2 PM – 7 PM. Whether you’re working hard or winding down, Mark brings the perfect mix of country classics and good ol’ storytelling!
Rick Jackson’s Country Hall of Fame
Saturdays, 6 PM – 9 PM. Celebrate country music’s greatest legends and timeless hits with Rick Jackson every Saturday night!
Country Nights with Dave Sanders
Weeknights, 7 PM – Midnight
Kick back with Dave Sanders for an evening of classic country favorites and late-night stories to keep you company!
The Late-Night Country Ride with Kevin Freeman
Weekdays, Midnight – 5 AM. Whether you’re up late or up early, Kevin keeps you rollin’ with the best classic country all night long!
classic hits 106
CLASSIC HITS 106 is the greatest “feel good” hits of the 80’s & 90’s. Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Journey, Madonna and more. From the 106-minute commercial free Lunch Run. From the 5 After 5 with Chuck O’Brien in the Afternoon to Annie at Night playing all the hits.
Casey Kasem’s Classic Countdown
Sundays, 6 AM – 9 AM. Relive the magic of the charts with Casey Kasem as he counts down the biggest hits from the past!
Wake Up & Rock with Connor
Weekday Mornings, 6 AM – 10 AM. Start your day with high energy, good vibes, and the best classic hits to get you moving!
Midday Melodies with Haynes Johns
Monday – Sunday, 10 AM – 3 PM. From workday anthems to lunchtime classics, Haynes keeps the good times rolling all day long!
Weekend Rewind with Craig Collins
Saturday & Sunday, 3 PM – 7 PM. Whether you’re on the go or kicking back, Craig brings the best classic hits to soundtrack your weekend!
REWIND with Gary Bryan
Saturdays, 7 PM. The greatest hits of all time, plus trivia, tidbits, and cool features—Gary Bryan brings the classics back to life!
Nights with Annie – The Soundtrack to Your Evening
Mon-Fri, 7 PM – 10 PM. Whether you’re winding down or still rocking, Annie’s got the classic hits to keep your night going strong
Overnight Gold with Bob Worthington
Midnight – 6 AM, Every Day. Up late? Bob’s spinning classic hits all night long to keep you company till the sun comes up!
Love 98.5
LOVE 98.5 is a great place to start listening to all your favorite love songs. Dive into LOVE 98.5 to get in your feels!
Mornings with Day
Start your day with great music and good vibes! Join Day every morning from 6 AM – 10 AM on LOVE 98.5.
Middays with Ashley Ryan
The best mix of music and entertainment to get you through your day! Listen to Ashley Ryan, Monday – Friday, 10 AM – 3 PM on LOVE 98.5.
Midday Weekends with Scott Connors
Your weekend soundtrack is in good hands with Scott Connors! Catch him Saturdays and Sundays from 11 AM – 4 PM on LOVE 98.5.
Afternoons with Tim McLaughlin
Keep your afternoon moving with Tim McLaughlin, weekdays from 3 PM – 7 PM on LOVE 98.5.
Evenings with Steve Leigh
Unwind and relax with Steve Leigh every night from 7 PM – 11 PM, bringing you the perfect mix of music on LOVE 98.5.
100.9 FM rocks!
100.9 FM ROCKS! is your all-around great rock radio station. Every city should have a Classic Rock station like this. Since 1970, WBGZ has been rockin’ the Illinois Valley. Generations of Classic Rock fans have grown up with this station. Back in the day WBZG helped launch the careers of groups like Head East and REO Speedwagon.
Little Steven’s Underground Garage
Rock out with the coolest tunes and deep cuts from rock history. Catch Little Steven every Friday & Saturday night from 9 PM – 11 PM on Rock 100.9.
Marty in the Morning
Wake up with Marty and start your day with classic rock, laughs, and the energy you need! Weekdays 5 AM – 9 AM on Rock 100.9.
Middays with McKenzie Rae
McKenzie Rae keeps the rock rolling while you work, bringing you the best classic and modern hits weekdays from 9 AM – 2 PM on Rock 100.9.
Afternoons with Bryan Jester
Power through your afternoon with Bryan Jester, spinning rock’s biggest anthems weekdays from 2 PM – 7 PM on Rock 100.9.
Nights with Steve Gorman
The night rocks harder with Steve Gorman. Tune in weeknights from 7 PM – Midnight for the best in rock on Rock 100.9.
Overnights with Carl Russo
Whether you’re up late or up early, Carl Russo keeps the rock going strong weeknights from Midnight – 5 AM on Rock 100.9.