Mid-West Family Broadcasting News/Talk 92.7 WMAY-FM Taylorville/Springfield IL has named Patrick Pfingsten as the new host of “Springfield’s Morning News” starting on Monday, July 29.

Pfingsten currently operates a public relations firm and writes a political newsletter “The Illinoize”. He previously was a reporter and anchor for WDWS Champaign from 2005 to 2011 before working in communications for multiple Illinois Republican politicians. He has also served as a fill-in host at WMAY-FM since 2022.

Mid-West Family Broadcasting Springfield General Manager Mark Van Allen stated, “In our divided political world, we decided it was time to break from the partisan talking points and start listening to someone who will cut through the bull. The public deserves information and opinions they can trust, and we believe Patrick will be a great asset to Springfield and our entire state in raising the level of debate in our politics.”

Pfingsten, who will replace Mike Wennmacher in mornings said, “I’m honored to be asked to continue the long tradition of WMAY’s commitment to Springfield, surrounding communities, and the state of Illinois. Our state and nation are at a critical time and too many media figures are too consumed with trying to push an agenda. We’re going to lean on the truth.” The show will include video streaming and promoted through the Illinoize newsletter.