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🎉Central Illinois Weekend Guide | Hot Air Balloons, Comedy, Baseball & More! (June 27–29, 2025)
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- 🎉Central Illinois Weekend Guide | Hot Air Balloons, Comedy, Baseball & More! (June 27–29, 2025)
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- 🐾 Adopt Cute Animals in Central Illinois: Meet Bambi, Hercules & Wilhelmina!
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- 1:22
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- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Bambi, Hercules and Wilhelmina. Bambi and Hercules are litter mates. They are two-month-old, domestic short hair kittens. Wilhelmina is a very cute Pit Bull. This baby is only two-months-old! Help us find good homes for these animals!
https://tapsshelter.org/
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- Chad Bell | Illinois Farmer | A Shot of AG | ep 542
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- 26:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Chad Bell, a grain and livestock farmer from Viola, IL, raises corn, beans, wheat, and pigs. When he recently uncovered his grandparents’ handwritten farm journals, he found a powerful connection to his family’s legacy—daily notes on weather, struggles, and innovation. Now, Chad shares both his modern farming journey and legacy through social media.
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- Laura Lane | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 540
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- 24:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Over the years, Nova Singers has premiered 11 new works by composers. And this small, select group of artists each has extensive choral experience and vocal training, so you know they will always hit the high notes! Founder and Musical Director Laura Lane has distinguished herself as an enthusiastic and enlightening leader resulting in the group having a reputation for innovative virtuosity Sent from my iPad
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- Ukraine Mission | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 239
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- 27:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the United States has provided billions of dollars in military and humanitarian aid to the former Soviet Union republic. A Peoria man recently completed his second humanitarian mission to Ukraine and joins us to talk about his work.
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- Adopt adorable animals in Central Illinois 🐾— Meet Butterfly, Pixie, and Joe Junior
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- 1:31
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- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Butterfly, Pixie and Joe Junior. Butterfly is a blue-eyed, Siamese mix. She is 15 pounds and five-years-old. Pixie is a shy, mixed breed puppy. She is 11-months-old. Joe Junior is a friendly, easygoing guy. He is a five-year-old mixed breed. Help us find good homes for these animals!
https://tapsshelter.org/
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- Weekend Excitement in Central Illinois 🎉: Festivals, Concerts, Sports & Cultural Events Extravaganza
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Spend an exciting weekend in Central Illinois filled with festivals, live music, sporting events, and cultural activities. Experience the festive atmosphere at Heritage Days and the carnival excitement in Princeville. Catch performances from bands like Band of Horses and Disco Biscuits along the Peoria Riverfront. Enjoy the lively Water Street block parties and browse sports memorabilia at local shows. Attend a documentary screening in Metamora or enjoy theatrical productions in Normal. Discover all the happenings and make the most of your weekend getaway!
Events for the Weekend of June 20 - 22, 2025
00:00 Opening
00:10 Princeville Heritage Days
00:16 Riverfront Concerts
00:27 Water Street Block Parties
00:37 Sport Card & Memorabilla Show
00:47 The Underground Railroad in Metamora
00:56 Guys and Dolls
01:05 G. Love & Special Sauce
01:12 Special Olympics Illinois
01:21 Girls Night the Musical
01:31 Clo...
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- Alice Michlik | Birdhouse Coffee | A Shot of AG | ep 541
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- 26:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Alice Michlik, a classically educated East Peoria native, returned home after business school in New York to launch Birdhouse Coffee—an entrepreneurial nod to a beloved local legacy. Her mobile coffee shop is more than a business; it’s a hub for community connection and a platform to spotlight local artists.
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- Cheryl Langley & Crystal Routley | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 539
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Bookworms take note! Coming to the Peoria Civic Center in September, a place for some 100 area Authors to display their wares. The Book Nook owner, Cheryl Langley and area author, Crystal Routley, conjured up an idea to showcase, in one place, the many Central Illinois authors. Being readers themselves they felt all things literary should be available to all.
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Magnolia, Poppy Mcllroy and Warren | 06/12/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Magnolia, Poppy Mcllroy and Warren. Magnolia and Poppy Mcllroy are two-month-old sisters. These domestic shorthair kittens have two brothers, and their mother Georgia is here too. Warren is a beautiful two-month-old Pit Bull. He also has siblings at TAPS. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Aging Assistance | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 238
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- 27:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- From meals to health and wellness, the Older Americans Act funds a lot of programs for seniors here in central Illinois. We’ll hear why funding for the act could be at risk and what it means for you or someone you love.
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- Mark's Furry Friends Extra | Georgia, Wren and Whitney | 06/12/2025
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Georgia, Wren and Whitney. Georgia is a one-year-old domestic shorthair cat. She has four kittens also available for adoption. Wren and Whitney are two-month-old Pit Bulls. They have a cute white stripe running down their faces. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Explore Central Illinois This Weekend 🎉 | June 13 - 15, 2025 | Living It Up!
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Join Mark Whelp for an energetic overview of the top weekend events in Central Illinois. From free live music and farmers' markets to exciting softball championship games and vintage car exhibitions, there's plenty to enjoy. Explore family-friendly outings, musical performances, and cultural happenings taking place from June 13-15. Prepare your weekend plans and maximize your local entertainment. Don't miss the fun—see you there!
Events for the Weekend of June 13 - 15, 2025
00:00 Opening
00:10 Princeville Music in the Square
00:19 IHSA Class 3A & $A Softball State Finals
00:30 Eastlight Theatre - Ride the Cyclone
00:41 East Peoria Farmers' Market
00:52 Peoria Zoon - Fathers & Floats
00:58 Tailgate N' Tallboys
01:10 Movies at the Mural
01:21 Baby Animals Day
01:32 Autorama at the Arena
01:42 Closing
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- Mark's Furry Friends Extra | Jace, Jade and Melanie | 06/05/2025
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- 1:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Jace, Jade and Melanie. Jace and Jade are siblings. They were brought to TAPS with their other brothers and sisters. They are two-month-old domestic shorthair kittens. Melanie is a five-month-old, mixed breed puppy. She does well walking on a leash. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Leonard, Kole and Carrot | 06/05/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Leonard, Kole and Carrot. Leonard is a handsome, domestic shorthair cat. The five-year-old is an orange tabby. Kole is an energetic mixed breed. He is four-months-old. Carrot is a Smooth Collie. This puppy is two-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Weird Illinois | Friendship Shoe Fence
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- They say, good fences make good neighbors. In Cornell, Illinois, a fence brings neighbors from around the country and around the world. This isn't just any fence. This is The Friendship Shoe Fence. Take a pair. Leave a pair. What started as an idea from a trip to New Zealand, has become a regular roadside attraction.
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- Explore Central Illinois This Weekend 🎉 | June 6 - 7, 2025 | Living It Up!
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Come along for a brief glimpse into the lively happenings across Central Illinois this weekend (June 6 & 7, 2025). Enjoy live concerts along the Peoria riverfront, explore festivals, markets, and baseball matchups—offering activities for all ages! Find family-friendly events, theater shows, and additional entertainment. Organize your weekend to enjoy the vibrant local celebrations. Ensure you don’t miss the exciting moments happening right in your community!
Events for the Weekend of June 6 & 7, 2025.
00:00 Introduction & Weekend Highlights
00:11 Dexter O'Neil and the Funk Yard
00:20 Spring Bay Watermelon Festival
00:30 9 to 5 the Musical
00:40 Peoria Riverfront Market
00:48 Party in the Park
01:00 Illinois Game Con
01:10 Normal Corn Belters
01:20 Peguin Project: Newsies Jr.
01:32 Downtown Bloomington Farmers' Market
01:40 Wrap-up
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Turnip, Bok Choy and Rocky Road | 05/29/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Turnip, Bok Choy and Rocky Road. Turnip and Bok Choy are beautiful, domestic shorthair kittens. These boys are three-months-old. Rocky Road is a laid-back Pit Bull. He is five-months-old and will get bigger! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends Extra | Lainey, Sookie and Stanley | 05/29/2025
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Lainey, Sookie and Stanley. Lainey is a gray, domestic shorthair kitten. She is one-year-old. Sookie is a Poodle-Irish Setter mix. She is eight-years-old and very energetic! Stanley is a two-year-old Pit Bull. He loves kids and other dogs, but not cats! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mary Ann Fahey-Darling & Mary Jo Papich | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 538
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- 25:26
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- If you’re a music lover and you’ve been around Central Illinois for any length of time, you’ve no doubt heard of Mary Ann Fahey-Darling and Mary Jo Papich. Among other musical Ministries, they formed the St. Anthony Camerata Chorale. The choir performs all genres of sacred and secular music with a dual purpose - to share proceeds from their annual concerts to serve the hungry and homeless.
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- Homeless Village | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 237
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- 27:01
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- As the homeless epidemic continues to worsen, a Bloomington organization is providing relief to people experiencing homelessness. This proposed idea has been successful in much larger cities. We explore the proposed shelter village.
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- Beth Marcoot | Marcoot Jersey Creamery | A Shot of AG | ep 540
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- 26:48
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Beth Marcoot and her sister Amy run a 7th-generation dairy farm in Greenville, IL, where Jersey cows graze on pasture and are milked with robotic milkers. Since 2010, they’ve been making award-winning cheese and have expanded into Wagyu/Jersey beef, agritourism, and innovative products like Extreme Ice and Dog-O’s—treats made from cheesemaking whey.
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- S Blake Duncan | Peoria Bach Festival | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 537
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- 26:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The joy of music prevails annually with The Bach Music Festival, always the first week of June. Vintage instruments performed by musicians love to perform compositions of the Baroque period. Music teachers have their students given the opportunity to play and share their talents. College students and members of the community are pleased that they too can perform. 8 events are planned this year.
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- Endangered Wetlands | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 236
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- 26:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Wetlands are important to our water quality and controlling floods. Protections for wetlands in Illinois are at risk. We’ll explain why and learn if the state can protect these ecosystems that are no longer covered by federal law.
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- 05/22/2025 | Goldfinch, Bella, Luna | Mark’s Furry Friends Extra
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Gold Finch, Bella and Luna.Gold Finch is a very relaxed, domestic shorthair kitten. He is two-months-old. Bella and Luna are a bonded pair of dogs and need to go home together. Bella is a nine-year-old Miniature Poodle and Luna is an eight-year-old Bichon. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 05/22/2025 | Cam, Chessie, Ravioli | Mark’s Furry Friends Extra
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Mark introduces us to Cam, Chessie and Ravioli. Cam is a two-year-old, domestic shorthair cat. He loves to play! Chessie is a one-year-old, domestic shorthair cat. Ravioli is a four-month-old baby and he is already 40 pounds! He is a German Shepherd and will get bigger. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Marcellus Sommerville | Friendship House | A Shot of AG | ep 539
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- 27:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Marcellus Sommerville, President and CEO of Friendship House in Peoria, is passionate about providing hope to those in need. Growing up with little, he became a father figure to his siblings—an early training ground for his future in service. After a 14-year pro basketball career overseas, he returned home with a heart for youth sports and a mission to uplift his community.
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- Dave Getz | Ruth the Musical | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 536
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- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Inspiration can come at any time. But for one young Mortonite, it came while he was still in college, during a Sunday morning sermon. Dave Getz, a musician with a Masters in music, composed, directed and produced Ruth the Musical. It took him 7 years to musically tell the story of Ruth’s devotion to the Lord… and to her mother-in-law. And another 7 years later, he’s telling the story again.
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- Mark's Furry Friends Extra| Toto, Tracy and Penny | 05/15/2025
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Toto, Tracy and Penny.
Toto is a three-month-old, buff and white Tabby. He and his brother Scarecrow love to play! Tracy and Penny are two-year-old sisters. These Chihuahuas are timid, but sweet. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Robin, Indigo Bunting and Moose | 05/15/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Robin, Indigo Bunting and Moose.
Robin and Indigo Bunting are litter mates. They are two-month-old, domestic shorthair kittens. Moose is a very curly Labrador-Poodle mix. This eight-month-old cutey is already 50 pounds but is very clam and sweet. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends Extra| Aspen, Luke Spencer and Ripley | 05/08/2025
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- 1:36
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Aspen, Luke Spencer and Ripley.
Aspen is a domestic shorthair, grey and white cat. He is one-year-old. Luke Spencer is a seven-year-old orange and white cat. This domestic shorthair cat loves to cuddle. Ripley is a seven-year-old sweetie. She is a Miniature Pinscher-Chihuahua mix. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Othello, Joe and Spicy Mayo | 05/08/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Description: Mark introduces us to Othello, Joe and Spicy Mayo.
Othello is a big boy! He is a four-year-old, domestic shorthair cat. Joe is a loveable Lab mix. He is only six-months-old and will get bigger! Spicy Mayo is a Border Collie mix. He is three-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mike McCoy | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 235
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- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- He is a well-known face in both central Illinois law enforcement and philanthropy. Mike McCoy is retiring after 48 years on the beat. We’ll talk with him about his work in public safety and his service to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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- Environmental Policy, Drinking Water and the Future of Farming
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- 26:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark Welp examines how federal and state decisions are changing environmental policy in Illinois, including impacts on the Peoria Ag Lab and local sustainability work. The episode updates efforts to protect the Mahomet Aquifer and visits Illinois State University's vertical farm to see how controlled agriculture could grow food year-round.
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- John King | Michlig Ag Solutions | A Shot of AG | ep 538
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- 26:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- John grew up helping on the family farm and in their retail business, building a strong work ethic. After playing college baseball and earning an MBA, he and his dad Don founded Michlig Ag Solutions in 2024, offering Ground Level Dispatch to deliver real-time market info to farmers.
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- Mickey Schallau | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 535
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- 27:00
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Sports of all kinds was just simply in her blood! Mickey Schallau was a gifted athlete. As a result, when Title 9 first came into being, she was recruited to develop an organized sports program for young women at the Academy of Our Lady. Her ability to coach extended to High School men’s golf. And for over 50 years, she’s coached some 10-thousand students. She shares her story and her roots.
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- County Health Update | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 234
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- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- We’re talking about your health. Policies in Washington D.C. are changing as cuts are being made to the CDC, FDA and other agencies protecting public health. We’ll tell you how these changes affect central Illinois, plus updates on vaccines, covid and the resurgence of measles.
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- Lisa Barry | Tres Rojas Winery | A Shot of AG | ep 537
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- 26:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Lisa and Bob turned their dream into reality by opening Tres Rojas Winery in Washington, IL, after years of dedication. They cultivate 11 grape varieties and welcome visitors to their tasting room from May to September. The winery also features a scenic event space, making it a destination for wine lovers and special gatherings alike.
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- Peggy Bonner | Percussionist | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 534
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- 25:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- An interesting gift from her Aunt of drum sticks inspired Peggy Bonner to start rat-a-tat tatting. And she’s still pounding away! She’s known for her percussion skills. She’s the principal percussionist with the Peoria Symphony. When touring Musicals come to town, she’s the first call percussionist, how about that!
Peggy shares her love of music with students of all ages. She’s inspiring!
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- Young Minds Center | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 233
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- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Central Illinois has a new youth-focused behavioral health facility. We talk about the Young Minds Center at Trillium Place and why it is needed.
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Almira, Ira and Carley | 05/01/2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Almira, Ira and Carley. Almira is a fuzzy, three-month-old. She is a domestic shorthair kitten. Ira is a two-year-old domestic shorthair cat. She is shy at first but eventually loves to snuggle! Carley is a Labrador-Australian Shepherd mix. She is three-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Phyllis, Baldor and Baan | 05/01/2025
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Phyllis, Baldor and Baan. Phyllis is a lovely Torbico. She is a seven-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Baldor is a six-month-old Foxhound. He has a lot of energy! Baan is an eight-year-old Chihuahua mix. He is very calm and friendly. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Sean & Marci Meyer | Belted Cow Orchard | A Shot of AG | ep 536
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- 27:02
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Marci and Sean Meyer of Kirkwood, IL, embraced diversification by planting an apple orchard and opening a farm store featuring locally sourced goods. They bought an old cider press, and Marci rises at 4 a.m. daily to bake fresh doughnuts and pastries. Their success is deeply rooted in community support, with every family member—including their grandkids—playing a role in the operation.
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- Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | Pop, Iggy and Merri | 4-25-2025
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Pop, Iggy and Merri.
Pop or Poppy is a six-month-old, domestic medium hair kitten. She is quiet and shy. Iggy is also six-months-old. He is a domestic shorthair kitten. Merri is one of several Foxhound dogs at TAPS. He is six-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | Zorro, Kobe and Reece | 4-25-2025
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Zorro, Kobe and Reece.
Zorro is a two-year-old tuxedo cat. This domestic shorthair boy is very smart! Kobe is an energetic Pointer mix. He is six-months-old. Reece is a three-year-old Labrador mix. She loves long walks. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Education Concerns | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 232
- Runtime
- 26:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The Trump administration wants to eliminate the Department of Education. We talk with two central Illinois regional superintendents about what that means for local students.
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- Molly Blogg | Hornbaker Gardens | A Shot of AG | ep 535
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- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Molly Blogg, owner and CEO of Hornbaker Gardens in Princeton, IL, is carrying on her family’s legacy as a second-generation leader. Renowned for their niche Hosta market, they offer 400 varieties, attracting "Hostaholics" from across the Midwest and shipping nationwide.
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- Randy Rundle | Former Radio Host | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 532
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- 26:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Almost by accident, he got an early start in radio. And early on, never really realized this would be his career for the next 52 years. Randy Rundle’s soothing voice was the first thing Central Illinoisans could tune in to start their day. After calling it quits in 2024, Randy manages to keep busy in his home studio. And he literally puts the pedal to the metal as a vehicle relocation guy!
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- Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | Reuben, Elaine and Jerry | 4-17-2025
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Mark introduces us to Reuben, Elaine and Jerry.
Reuben is a four-month-old, domestic shorthair kitten. His mother and siblings are also available for adoption. Elaine and Jerry are a bonded pair. They are five-year-old Bassett Hound mixes. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mark's Furry Friends | French Onion, Salsa and Hibiscus | 4-17-2025
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to French Onion, Salsa and Hibiscus.
French Onion and Salsa are sisters. They are four-month-old, domestic shorthair kittens. Hibiscus is a Blue Heeler mix. This eight-month-old has a lot of energy! Help us find good homes for these animals!
