We Are Here

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The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to Celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We are here, and here is a great place to be.

  1. Episode 27: Patrick Chismarick, Chismarick Realty

    11/03/2025

    Episode 27: Patrick Chismarick, Chismarick Realty

    In episode 27, we sit down with Patrick Chismarick. Patrick is the Designated Managing Broker of Chismarick Realty, which his family has owned and operated for 2 generations. He is also the 4th generation owner, property and operations manager at family-owned Town & Country Apartments in Streator. Link to Chismarick Reality: https://www.chismarickrealty.com Link to Town and Country Apartments: https://www.rentwithtownandcountry.com The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    57 min
  2. Episode 26: Greg Tullis, President of the Streator Rotary Club

    10/06/2025

    Episode 26: Greg Tullis, President of the Streator Rotary Club

    In episode 26, we have a conversation with Greg Tullis. Greg is a Streator Native who over the years has been active in many aspects of life in our City including Engle Lane Theater, local banking, Rotary Club, and more! Link to Rotary Club International https://www.rotary.org/en The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    1h 16m
  3. Episode 25: Dr. Mark Wargo, M.D.

    09/01/2025

    Episode 25: Dr. Mark Wargo, M.D.

    In episode 25, we sit down with Dr. Mark Wargo. Dr. Wargo is a family medicine doctor in Streator, Illinois and is affiliated with OSF St. Elizabeth Medical Center. He received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Link to OSF Healthcare: https://www.osfhealthcare.org/locatio... The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    45 min
  4. Episode 24: Paula Krohe & Jessica Pastirik, Operation Christmas Child at Central

    07/07/2025

    Episode 24: Paula Krohe & Jessica Pastirik, Operation Christmas Child at Central

    In episode 24, we sit down with Paula Krohe (Project Leader) and Jessica Pastirik (Central Drop-off Team Leader) of Operation Christmas Child at Central Church of Christ. Every year, Samaritan’s Purse sends millions of gift-filled Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes to children in need around the world together with the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. For over 20 years, Central Church of Christ has partnered with Samaritan’s Purse to represent OCC in Streator and is now a central drop-off location for our area. For more information on Samaritan's Purse and Operation Christmas Child, check out their website: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child If you or your group would like to to pack OCC boxes with Central Church of Christ, please contact our office at (815) 673-1581 or email us at connect@centrallive.net The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    44 min
  5. Episode 23: Derek Barichello: Executive Director, Streator Chamber of Commerce

    06/02/2025

    Episode 23: Derek Barichello: Executive Director, Streator Chamber of Commerce

    In episode 23, we sit down with Derek Barichello, the new Executive Director of the Streator Chamber of Commerce and Facilitator for the Streator Area CEO program. As the Executive Director of the Streator Chamber, the Derek is responsible for all Chamber operations, including economic development, public relations, marketing, budgeting, events planning, legislative outreach, and personnel management. Streator Chamber Website and phone number: https://www.streatorchamber.com. (815) 672-2921 Chamber email: info@streatorchamber.com Streator Area CEO Website: https://www.streatorareaceo.com/ The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    45 min
  6. Episode 22: Toni Pettit: Owner, Good Morning Good Day Cafe

    05/05/2025

    Episode 22: Toni Pettit: Owner, Good Morning Good Day Cafe

    In episode 22, we talk with Toni Pettit, owner of the Good Morning, Good Day Cafe. Good Morning, Good Day Cafe has become a staple in the Streator community. Toni and her team strive to provide the best Eastern European cuisine and coffee in town. They take pride in their commitment to sustainability by using recycled, repurposed, and reused materials throughout the authentically and uniquely decorated cafe. Link to Good Morning Good Day Cafe website: ⁠https://goodmorninggooddaycafeil.com⁠ Baldwin House Facebook Page ⁠https://www.facebook.com/StreatorsBaldwinHouse⁠ The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    1h 11m
  7. Episode 21: Chuck Giacinto, Pastor of Grace Community Church

    04/07/2025

    Episode 21: Chuck Giacinto, Pastor of Grace Community Church

    In episode 21, we talk with Pastor Chuck Giacinto from Grace Community Church in Streator. Pastor Chuck is a Streator native who is passionate for ministry, music and people. He's following in the footsteps of his parents, Chuck Sr. and Sharon, founders of Grace Church. "What began as a prayer meeting in a living room has blossomed into a fruitful church family and passionate community of believers that not only offers a diverse array of ministries, but is also a haven for the arts and worship." We are so glad to have Chuck as our guest and to be able to call him our fellow minister of the Gospel and brother in Christ! Grace's Website: https://www.streatorgrace.church The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.. The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    1h 1m
  8. Episode 20: Joe Richard, Light Up Streator & Streator Fest Committee Member

    03/03/2025

    Episode 20: Joe Richard, Light Up Streator & Streator Fest Committee Member

    In episode 20 we talk with Joe Richard who volunteers with Streator Fest and Light Up Streator. These amazing festivities happen every year thanks to a great group of Streator volunteers! You can find out more information about the events below! Streator Fest Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/streatorfest Streator Tourism: https://www.streator.org/events/4th_of_july.php The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.. The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We hope you enjoy our show and it helps you grow where you're planted.

    40 min
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The We Are Here podcast was born out of a vision to Celebrate our beloved hometown of Streator. We believe the best way to grow is to grow where you're planted AND to grow the place where you're planted. Our goals are simple... o Give our city a voice by letting people tell their stories. o Build bridges by connecting with leaders in our community. o Celebrate who we are and where we’re going. We are here, and here is a great place to be.

Information

  • Channel
    Central Live
  • Creator
    Tony Ross & Paul Webster
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    28
  • Show Website
    We Are Here
  • Provider
    Central Church of Christ

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