Thee Morris Code

05/28/2026

Come see what’s next for our DCLI Healthcare Programs on June 3. I’ll be there broadcasting live from the new space, and we would love for you to stop by, say hello, and learn more about the opportunities ahead for students.

Come see our new DCLI Healthcare Programs space at DMH!

We are excited to welcome students, families, and the community to stop by, tour the space, and learn more about our Residential CNA Program.

This open house is for anyone who wants to see the new space, ask questions, and learn more about future CNA class opportunities. If you or someone you know may be interested in upcoming CNA classes, we will have a sign-up sheet available at the open house.

Dr. Juanita Morris will also be doing a live remote during the open house, so stop by, say hello, and be part of the celebration.

DCLI Residential CNA Program Open House
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
2254 N. Union St., Decatur, IL

Stop by, take a look around, and help us celebrate this exciting new space for DCLI Healthcare Programs.

05/20/2026

✨ Join me tomorrow morning ✨

Our next Women’s Leadership Session is:
“Build the Damn Table.”

If you’re tired of waiting for permission, waiting to be chosen, or waiting for the “right time,” this conversation is for you.

We’ll talk about leadership, ownership, influence, and what it means to create opportunities instead of waiting for them to appear.

🗓 Tomorrow, May 21
⏰ 7AM–8AM CST
💻 Online via Zoom
✔ Free Seminar

Register here: juanitamorris.com/courses

05/12/2026

Join me Wednesday, May 13th on Thee Morris Code! ✨

I’m looking forward to welcoming Keith Creigton to the show. 🎙️

Keith brings years of experience as both a classroom educator and administrator, giving him a well-rounded view of what’s really happening in today’s schools. From working directly with students to helping shape learning environments, he’s seen firsthand what works, what doesn’t, and where education is headed.

We’ll talk about his journey in education, his perspective on today’s students, and what he believes are the most important keys to preparing the next generation for success.

📻 Tune in at 5:05pm on WSOY 1340AM / 103.3FM
or stream live at NowDecatur.com

Catch the replay anytime on Thee Morris Code Podcast on Apple Podcasts or at juanitamorris.com/new-page

05/09/2026

Great opportunity for students still looking for a paid summer internship. DCLI has two programs left with limited spots available. Please share with any young people who may be interested!

ONLY 2 Summer Internship Programs Left!

Are you ready to make this summer count? The school year is almost over, and DCLI still has a limited number of spots available in two incredible paid summer internship programs!

DCLI Summer Public Safety Internship Program
DCLI 8-Week Summer Internship Program

If you’re interested, make plans to attend one of the mandatory information and registration sessions below. You only need to attend ONE date for your chosen program.

Monday, May 11
Public Safety Internship: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
8-Week Internship: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

OR

Thursday, May 14
Public Safety Internship: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
8-Week Internship: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location:
3080 S Business Route 51
Decatur, IL 62521
(Decatur Public Schools FFA Building)

Spots are limited, so don’t wait to secure your place! This is a great opportunity to gain experience, build connections, and explore future career paths this summer.

05/07/2026

Community gardens do so much more than grow vegetables, they bring people together. 🌱

This is a great opportunity to learn more about planting warm-season crops while helping prepare the Southside Hill Community Garden for the growing season ahead. 🌿🍅

Check out the details below and register if you’d like to participate!

Register at go.illinois.edu/Homegrown

Homegrown Harvest presents monthly workshops to support vegetable gardeners of all levels. Help the Southside Hill Community Garden prepare for this year's growing season and learn about planting warm-season crops.

May 8 | 10 a.m. | Southside Hill Community Garden in Decatur

🔗Register at go.illinois.edu/Homegrown

05/06/2026

Join me on Thursday, May 21 for our next Women's Leadership session:
“Build the Damn Table.”

When the door doesn’t open, you design the building.

This conversation is about ownership, influence, and redefining power on your own terms. Whether you’re launching something new, reshaping your role, or leading differently, this session will challenge you to stop waiting for permission and start architecting impact.

You do not have to wait for a seat at someone else’s table to lead with purpose and vision.

🗓 Thursday, May 21
⏰ 7AM–8AM CST
💻 Online via Zoom
✔ Free Seminar

Register here: juanitamorris.com/courses

05/05/2026

Join me Wednesday, May 6th on Thee Morris Code!

I’m excited to welcome Rachel Strode, Executive Director of Baby TALK Decatur Area Programs, to the show.

Rachel’s work sits at the intersection of family, finance, and community. A lifelong Decatur resident and Herald & Review “20 Under 40” honoree, she brings nearly two decades of experience from banking, wealth advising, and nonprofit leadership into her role at Baby TALK. She’s passionate about helping families build strong foundations early, knowing that the support and decisions made in those first years can shape everything that follows.

📻 Tune in at 5:05pm on WSOY 1340AM / 103.3FM
or stream live at NowDecatur.com

Catch the replay anytime on Thee Morris Code Podcast on Apple Podcasts or at juanitamorris.com/new-page

Learn more about Rachel’s work: www.babytalk.org

04/28/2026

Join me this Wednesday, April 29th at 5:05pm on Thee Morris Code as I sit down with LaTonya Ricks James.
A proud Decatur native and MacArthur High School graduate, LaTonya brings a story rooted in growth, leadership, and purpose. With degrees from Illinois State, Tennessee State, and the University of Illinois, she’s spent more than 25 years leading in Human Resources for a major technology company.
Tune in at 5:05pm on WSOY 1340AM / 103.3FM
or stream live at NowDecatur.com
Catch replays and past episodes anytime at juanitamorris.com/new-page
You won’t want to miss this conversation.

04/27/2026

Always a great conversation with Brian Byers on Byers & Co.
We talked DCLI programming and the Ag Building, take a few minutes to listen in and hear what’s ahead. 🎙️

April 27, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about DCLI programming and the Ag building. Listen to the podcast now!

04/21/2026

Join me tomorrow, Wednesday, April 22 on Thee Morris Code at 5:05pm on WSOY 1340AM/103.3FM or streaming live at NowDecatur.com.

I’ll be joined by Jamie Fawley from the Decatur Area Arts Council as we talk about the impact of the arts right here in our community and the work happening across Decatur.

Tune in live or catch the replay by subscribing to Thee Morris Code Podcast on Apple Podcasts.
You can also listen anytime at juanitamorris.com/new-page.

Make sure you don’t miss this conversation!

04/20/2026

I had a great conversation on Byers & Co talking about the incredible women in our community, graduation season for our students (and my own children), and what’s happening at the FFA ag building.
Take a listen below 🎙️👇

April 20, 2026 - Dr. Juanita Morris joined Byers & Co to talk about exceptional local women, graduations for students and her own children, and activity at the FFA ag building. Listen to the podcast now!