Our Daily Show! With CJ Nasello: Ft: Calhoun County Fair, Lacy, Michael Gebbin, and More!

August 20, 2025 | 4,290 views | Save

Start your morning with Our Daily Show and all things local in the Riverbend!

At 9:20, Patrick Simon joins us via Zoom to talk about the upcoming Calhoun County Fair, a tradition filled with entertainment, livestock shows, carnival rides, and events for the entire family. Learn what’s new this year and why the fair continues to be one of the highlights of summer in Calhoun County, Illinois.

At 10:10, historian Lacy McDonald takes us back 100 years with her ongoing series that explores the Riverbend’s history, featuring stories, people, and events that continue to shape our region today.

At 10:35, entrepreneur and author Michael Gebben discusses his brand-new book, diving into the lessons, insights, and inspirations behind it. Whether you’re an avid reader or someone looking for motivation, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Catch every conversation on Riverbender.com, Roku TV, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts—your home for local news, events, and stories across Alton, Godfrey, Edwardsville, Granite City, and the Metro East.

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