B97.5 WBBA Radio

08/26/2025

I'm going to tell a short little story. Two best friends had a dream together. To do what we love. Together we made some bad decisions and if I made it seem like he made all the decisions it's not true. My friend is a good man who had good intentions. I never meant to throw him under the bus. He's never been anything but good to me. And to him I just feel like I need to issue this apology and say God bless my friend. Together we made some assumptions that were incorrect initially. And we took a really good friendship and it got torn apart because of it. I know I don't really want to go out of my way saying anything else about this. But I feel like I owe this man this much. Because I was in the wrong. I'm trying to make things right for the community. But I also need to make things right with my friend. I feel like this whole thing will be cursed from the beginning if I don't do that. Jim Fishback is a good man. A talented man. A man who has done so very much for me. I just could not let things end on a bad note for somebody I think so highly of even if we had some very terrible disagreements.

08/25/2025

08/25/2025

Hey friends,

B97.5 WBBA Radio is looking for a few good people right here in our community. We need folks who can help us out part-time, not just with sales, but also as voices and representatives of our hometown.

This is more than a sales job — it’s about being a connection between WBBA and the people we serve. You’d help local businesses grow through advertising (and earn a generous commission for every client you bring on), but you’d also be a community voice, sharing bulletins, announcements, and local happenings on the air so everyone can stay connected.

WBBA has been part of Pike County since 1954, and after being off the air for a while, we’re working hard to rebuild our legacy. We can’t do it alone. We need local people, with local pride, to help us keep this station strong and truly community powered.

This is a 1099 independent contractor opportunity, so it’s flexible and great for anyone who wants to be involved while making some extra income.

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, send me a message here or email me at [email protected].

Let’s rebuild our legacy together as a community.

– Mike

08/23/2025

📻 A Note from Mike at WBBA

You know, radio sure isn’t what it used to be — and honestly, that’s a good thing. Back in the day, everything had to come out of one big studio. But with today’s technology, our “studio” is wherever we are. I can run the entire station right from my smartphone, and our correspondents with a computer and a good microphone can sound just as clear as if they were sitting in a control room.

That freedom lets us do what matters most: stay closer to Pike County and the people who make it special. We’ll have local folks on the air soon, and soon we will have a spot in town where you can drop things off or meet up with us, and when we need to gather, there are plenty of welcoming places right here in the community to do it.

After COVID, like many of you, we learned that home can be a workplace too. Radio doesn’t need fancy studios anymore — just good people, good stories, and good music.

WBBA has been part of Pike County since 1954. With these modern tools, we’re not just keeping it alive — we’re making it stronger than ever, while staying true to our hometown roots. ❤️

Thanks for listening and for being part of this journey with us.

– Mike Batchelor
President
Cornerstone Media Group
B97.5 WBBA-FM

08/23/2025

The Pikeland School District is saddened to announce the passing of longtime educator Gary Woods. Mr. Woods devoted 42 years to the district, including 22 years as a math teacher, 11 years as assistant principal at Pittsfield High School, one year as principal, and eight years as assistant superintendent. He began his tenure with the district as a student teacher in the fall of 1971 and concluded it with his retirement in 2013. Mr. Woods nurtured countless Pittsfield High School graduates, providing them with a strong foundation in mathematics, particularly geometry, and helped sustain the district’s tradition of academic and extracurricular excellence. He was truly the epitome of the Saukee Spirit, continuing to support the school district, the teams, and the students—years after his retirement—through his steadfast involvement and contributions.

Mrs. Greger

08/22/2025

✨ Imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery… but there’s only ONE original! ✨

🎶 Lots of birds on the radio dial, but there’s only one B – B97.5 WBBA Radio.

📻 Born and bred in Pike County since 1954, we’re proud to bring you local news, weather, sports, ag reports, and the music you love.

Don’t settle for imitations — stick with the station that’s been part of your community for over 70 years. 💛🐝

👉 B97.5 WBBA Radio — Totally Original. Totally Pike County and the Two Rivers Region!

Streaming live at B975Radio.com

08/22/2025

📻 Big news at B97.5 WBBA Radio! 🎉

WBBA is now officially managed by Cornerstone Media Group, LLC — owned by myself, Michael Batchelor (75%) and Mark Batchelor (25%). We are based in St. Charles, MO but will be having some local folks help out in our operation as well! And I will be in the Twin Pikes and across the Two River region through the week!

We’re here to serve Pike County with the best music, news, sports & community connection ❤️. A special thank you to Doug Smith and the fine folks at Eagle Valley Bank.

🗣️ Got ideas? Share them with us right here on our page! In a radio dial full of birds, there's only one B... Regional Radio from Pike County, IL to all of the Two Rivers Region. Pike County born and bred since 1954!

Special deals for local merchants who want to get on the ground floor to help us rebuild our legacy as a community! We are more than a radio station, we are a full service media company that will soon be launching a new Two Rivers Regional News website and offer custom websites, as well as a full range of marketing services! I can also offer complete IT services for your business as well! We are looking at other ways to build other media for our region! We want to help you succeed, and we want to make Pittsfield, Pike County, and the entire Two Rivers Region a better place! Help us rebuild our legacy together as a community!

Mike Batchelor
President
Cornerstone Media Group, LLC
WBBA-FM B97.5 Radio
Pittsfield, IL

08/21/2025

We're Back!!! I know you missed us! New news and obits later tonight....

08/19/2025

If you haven't been listening the last hour or so, you missed these great songs! Its the best mix designed just for Pike County and the Two Rivers Region! B975Radio.com

08/19/2025

🌙🎶 The Lonesome Highway 🚗✨

Every night from Midnight to 5AM on B97.5, we’re keeping all the night owls, insomniacs, and graveyard shift workers company! 🕛➡️🌅

🎸 Rock & Roll Oldies from the 50s & 60s
🤠 Country Legends like Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Charley Pride & so many more!

Only on the station that’s been Pike County Born & Bred Since 1954 📻
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