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In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we’re celebrating the power of community in Southwest Michigan. Natalie sits down with Dr. Melinda Gruber, newly appointed President of the Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan, to talk about how philanthropy, partnership, and local generosity are strengthening health care close to home. With more than 30 years in the community and nearly two decades serving Corewell Health, Dr. Gruber shares her vision for the Foundation as a catalyst for health, healing, and wellness. She highlights inspiring examples of local impact, from team-led diaper and holiday drives, to patient assistance funds that help families remain safely in their homes, to community support for the enhanced behavioral health unit. Dr. Gruber also emphasizes a powerful promise: 100% of gifts to the Foundation in Southwest Michigan stay local and support the purpose intended. Hear how together, we can continue building a healthier future for our friends, families, and neighbors — and discover how you can get involved.

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Core Conversations - Episode 9 - Melinda Gruber

99.9 Y Country March 16, 2026 7:00 am

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we’re celebrating the power of community in Southwest Michigan. Natalie sits down with Dr. Melinda Gruber, newly appointed President of the Corewell Health Foundation Southwest Michigan, to talk about how philanthropy, partnership, and local generosity are strengthening health care close to home. With more than 30 years in the community and nearly two decades serving Corewell Health, Dr. Gruber shares her vision for the Foundation as a catalyst for health, healing, and wellness. She highlights inspiring examples of local impact, from team-led diaper and holiday drives, to patient assistance funds that help families remain safely in their homes, to community support for the enhanced behavioral health unit. Dr. Gruber also emphasizes a powerful promise: 100% of gifts to the Foundation in Southwest Michigan stay local and support the purpose intended. Hear how together, we can continue building a healthier future for our friends, families, and neighbors — and discover how you can get involved. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

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Corewell Health Podcast - Episode 9 - Melinda Gruber

99.9 Y Country March 16, 2026 5:10 am

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This guy did not care who heard his search history.

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AI Guy Walks Into a Bar

99.9 Y Country March 14, 2026 2:08 pm

In this episode of the March Forth campaign from Mid-West Family Marketing and Media, we spotlight the impactful work being done by the Youth Service Bureau of St. Joseph County. Executive Director Christina McGovern joins us to share how YSB provides immediate safety, support, and resources for teens and young adults experiencing homelessness. Through six programs and a new 22,000-square-foot facility, YSB is expanding its ability to serve vulnerable youth and families throughout the community. From their teen drop-in center to family support services, the organization is helping young people find stability, connection, and hope during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Christina also discusses the often unseen reality of teen homelessness in St. Joseph County, where an estimated 1,500 to 2,000 young people between the ages of 13 and 18 experience homelessness each year. Through strong community support and dedicated staff, YSB is providing a safe place where teens can access food, showers, counseling, and critical resources that help them move forward. To learn more about YSB Youth Service Bureau, volunteer, or support their mission, visit ysbsjc.org or follow them on social media. This nonprofit spotlight is part of the March Forth campaign from Mid-West Family Marketing and Media, highlighting organizations making a meaningful difference across Michiana, sponsored by Mason Jar Cafe.

In this episode of the March Forth campaign from Mid-West Family Marketing and Media, we spotlight the impactful work being done by the Youth Service Bureau of St. Joseph County.

Executive Director Christina McGovern joins us to share how YSB provides immediate safety, support, and resources for teens and young adults experiencing homelessness. Through six programs and a new 22,000-square-foot facility, YSB is expanding its ability to serve vulnerable youth and families throughout the community. From their teen drop-in center to family support services, the organization is helping young people find stability, connection, and hope during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Christina also discusses the often unseen reality of teen homelessness in St. Joseph County, where an estimated 1,500 to 2,000 young people between the ages of 13 and 18 experience homelessness each year. Through strong community support and dedicated staff, YSB is providing a safe place where teens can access food, showers, counseling, and critical resources that help them move forward.

To learn more about YSB Youth Service Bureau, volunteer, or support their mission, visit ysbsjc.org or follow them on social media.

This nonprofit spotlight is part of the March Forth campaign from Mid-West Family Marketing and Media, highlighting organizations making a meaningful difference across Michiana, sponsored by Mason Jar Cafe.

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March Forth – Youth Service Bureau of St. Joseph County

99.9 Y Country March 11, 2026 2:34 pm

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, Stephanie Ostrander, Vice President of Human Resources at Corewell Health South, discusses how workforce development is strengthening health care in Southwest Michigan. With nearly two decades in the region, she shares how intentional pipeline programs and community partnerships are attracting and growing local talent. Stephanie highlights the recruitment of more than 100 providers this year and the success of an in-house Medical Assistant training program with 100% retention. As demand for services continues to grow, so does the commitment to expanding access to high-quality health care. This conversation emphasizes how investing in people today is shaping the future of health care for the entire community. See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

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Corewell Health Podcast - Episode 7 - Stephanie Ostrander

99.9 Y Country March 9, 2026 11:38 am

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we sit down with Heather Lallo, Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller at Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan, to explore the powerful connection between finance and patient care. With more than 14 years at Corewell Health and leadership experience across Michigan, Heather shares how financial decisions directly impact access to care, technology investments, and the long-term sustainability of health care in Southwest Michigan. She highlights a $15 million renovation of the inpatient behavioral health unit in St. Joseph, Michigan, offering insight into how strategic investments improve patient outcomes and keep essential services close to home. Together, Natalie and Heather discuss the challenges facing today’s health care landscape and how thoughtful financial stewardship ensures Corewell Health can continue reinvesting in its people, facilities, and services for years to come.   See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.

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Corewell Health Podcast - Episode 8 - Heather Lallo

99.9 Y Country March 9, 2026 9:55 am

In this episode of Core Conversations with Natalie Baggio, we sit down with Heather Lallo, Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller at Corewell Health in Southwest Michigan, to explore the powerful connection between finance and patient care. With more than 14 years at Corewell Health and leadership experience across Michigan, Heather shares how financial decisions directly impact access to care, technology investments, and the long-term sustainability of health care in Southwest Michigan. She highlights a $15 million renovation of the inpatient behavioral health unit in St. Joseph, Michigan, offering insight into how strategic investments improve patient outcomes and keep essential services close to home. Together, Natalie and Heather discuss the challenges facing today’s health care landscape and how thoughtful financial stewardship ensures Corewell Health can continue reinvesting in its people, facilities, and services for years to come.

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Core Conversations - Episode 8 - Heather Lallo

99.9 Y Country March 9, 2026 7:01 am

Throughout March, Mid-West Family Marketing and Media is proud to spotlight local nonprofits through the March Forth to Support campaign, highlighting organizations that are making a meaningful difference across Southwest Michigan and Michiana. In this episode, we talk with leaders from United Way of Southwest Michigan about how their work helps strengthen local communities. From supporting education and financial stability to connecting families with essential resources, United Way partners with organizations across the region to improve lives and create lasting impact. Watch to learn more about their mission, the people they serve, and how community support helps move this important work forward. March Forth to Support celebrates the organizations working every day to build a stronger community. Presented by Mason Jar Cafe.

Throughout March, Mid-West Family Marketing and Media is proud to spotlight local nonprofits through the March Forth to Support campaign, highlighting organizations that are making a meaningful difference across Southwest Michigan and Michiana.

In this episode, we talk with leaders from United Way of Southwest Michigan about how their work helps strengthen local communities. From supporting education and financial stability to connecting families with essential resources, United Way partners with organizations across the region to improve lives and create lasting impact.

Watch to learn more about their mission, the people they serve, and how community support helps move this important work forward.

March Forth to Support celebrates the organizations working every day to build a stronger community.

Presented by Mason Jar Cafe.

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March Forth – United Way of Southwest Michigan

99.9 Y Country March 7, 2026 5:34 pm

Mid-West Family Marketing and Media is proud to highlight local nonprofits and community organizations through the March Forth campaign, shining a spotlight on the people making a difference right here in our communities. In this episode, Jonny Reinhardt talks with Nick Kieffer, about the incredible work that goes into organizing one of Indiana’s largest events. Drawing more than 200,000 guests each year, the Elkhart County 4-H Fair brings together agriculture, youth development, local businesses, and family fun for nine days of community celebration. Nick shares how the fair relies on more than 100 volunteers, the year-round work that happens behind the scenes, and why the event continues to be such an important tradition for Elkhart County. He also previews this year’s grandstand entertainment lineup, including performances from Ludacris, Brett Young, Jamie McDonald, and Charlie Crockett, with another exciting artist announcement coming soon. Learn how you can get involved, volunteer, and support the fair — and find tickets and event information at 4hfair.org. This conversation is part of Mid-West Family Marketing and Media’s March Forth campaign, connecting listeners with organizations that are making a real difference locally. Presented by Mason Jar Cafe and First State Bank.

Mid-West Family Marketing and Media is proud to highlight local nonprofits and community organizations through the March Forth campaign, shining a spotlight on the people making a difference right here in our communities.

In this episode, Jonny Reinhardt talks with Nick Kieffer, about the incredible work that goes into organizing one of Indiana’s largest events. Drawing more than 200,000 guests each year, the Elkhart County 4-H Fair brings together agriculture, youth development, local businesses, and family fun for nine days of community celebration.

Nick shares how the fair relies on more than 100 volunteers, the year-round work that happens behind the scenes, and why the event continues to be such an important tradition for Elkhart County. He also previews this year’s grandstand entertainment lineup, including performances from Ludacris, Brett Young, Jamie McDonald, and Charlie Crockett, with another exciting artist announcement coming soon.

Learn how you can get involved, volunteer, and support the fair — and find tickets and event information at 4hfair.org.

This conversation is part of Mid-West Family Marketing and Media’s March Forth campaign, connecting listeners with organizations that are making a real difference locally.

Presented by Mason Jar Cafe and First State Bank.

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March Forth – Elkhart County 4H Fair

99.9 Y Country March 7, 2026 8:30 am

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