(L-R) Brandy Grove, Dina Michaels, Mary Rogers, Hannah Hahn, Blake Stadel and (front) Joey McLaughlin

Springfield, IL  (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – The 18th Annual Cares for Kids Radiothon, hosted by Capitol Media Group, raised $120,700 to benefit HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital – a Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. The two-day event, held Nov. 21 – 22, featured live broadcasts from 103.7 WDBR, 101.9 The Wolf, and WTAX 93.9 FM/1240 AM, with local radio personalities Blake Stadel, Dina Michaels, Mikee Connolly, Joey McLaughlin, and Sarah Smerz interviewing doctors, nurses, patient families, and donors.

Capitol Media Group Vice President and General Manager Chris Bullock praised the community’s generosity and his team’s dedication. “The stories of how many children are helped each and every year is so heart-warming. We have such a treasure right here in Springfield that is a great resource for babies and children all over Central Illinois, and the Central Illinois community is so gracious every year. I’m extremely proud of our team for another amazing year!”

Since its inception in 2003, the radiothon has raised over $2 million for HSHS St. John’s Children’s Hospital. The annual event continues to bring the Springfield community and businesses together to support vital healthcare for local children and families.