WTVP
Roberta English | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 522
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- Roberta English | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 522
- Runtime
- 26:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- With a major in Journalism, this native Chicagoan dreamed of reporting. Then life took Roberta English to Ohio, Kansas, Arkansas, Ireland, England, Virginia and D.C. After finally landing back in Illinois, she landed in Peoria and did an outstanding job as COO of Neighborhood House. Her wild side got her, and as allergic to animals as she is…She’s at the helm at Wildlife Prairie Park.
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- 01/23/2025 | Twin, Charlotte Street and Henrietta Street | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:10
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Twin, Charlotte Street and Henrietta Street. Twin is a feisty, domestic shorthair kitten. She is two-months-old. Charlotte Street and Henrietta Street are sisters. The three-month-old mixed breed puppies will get a lot bigger! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 01/23/2025 | Billy, Dillon and Patricia | Mark’s Furry Friends Extra
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Billy, Dillon and Patricia. Billy and Dillon are brothers. These two-month-old domestic shorthair kittens came to TAPS with several other siblings. Patricia is a seven-month-old Chihuahua. She is very affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Peoria Mayoral Debate 2025 - Primary
- Runtime
- 56:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Watch the 2025 Peoria Mayoral Primary Debate between incumbent Peoria Mayor Rita Ali, and Peoria City Council members Chuck Grayeb and John Kelly. Tim Shelley (WCBU) and Mark Welp (WTVP) moderate the hour-long debate with questions submitted in advance by the public. The debate is presented by WTVP, WCBU, Peoria Public Radio, the League of Women Voters of Greater Peoria and the NAACP of Peoria.
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- 01/16/2025 | Phantom, Wynter and Celyn | Mark’s Furry Friends Extra
- Runtime
- 1:42
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Phantom, Wynter and Celyn. Phantom is a bit shy at first, but will come around quickly. He is a two-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Wynter and Celyn are sisters. They are beautiful three-month-old German Shepherd mixes. They are big babies and will get bigger. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 01/16/2025 | Jello, Josh and Jonah| Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Jello, Josh and Jonah. Jello is a domestic shorthair kitten. She is six-months-old. Jello’s friend Jonah is a little younger at five-months-old. He is also a domestic shorthair kitten. Jonah is a feisty long hair Chihuahua. He is six-years-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Adrienne & Drew DeSutter | Farming / Mental Health | A Shot of AG | ep 524
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Drew is 4th generation farming the family farm in Woodhull, IL and was recognized by the Illinois Soybean Association as a "20 under 40" award winner for his leadership. Adrienne did not grow up on a farm and shares stories of all she has learned over the years and stresses the importance of prioritizing your health and sanity and how it impacts the sustainability of your farm.
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- Dave Molleck | LimeLight Communications | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 521
- Runtime
- 23:36
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- While information is, technically, available 24/7 at our fingertips…it’s really not! Daily newspapers certainly aren’t what they used to be as staffs have been slashed. But, people still want their local news. And Dave Molleck, through LimeLight Communications has found a way to deliver- literally - to thousands of homes in Central Illinois through the Neighborhood Voice newspapers.
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- Best of: Timeless Classic | Wartime Legacy | A Beloved Bakery | You Gotta See This | ep. 408
- Runtime
- 25:02
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- This special "You Gotta See This" episode features highlights from the past year, including the history of Monopoly, the pivotal role of Camp Ellis during the war, a spotlight on a beloved local bakery, and a fun alpaca beach party. Join us for a journey filled with fascinating history, local charm, and delightful surprises!
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- Support Services Hub | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 222
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- One Illinois county facing health challenges is opening a unique support service hub. Lifelong Access recently got a nearly 22-million dollar grant from the state to open a new hub for health and wellness services.
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- Todd Main | Illinois Soybean Markets | A Shot of AG | episode 524
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Todd Main has more than 20yrs experience in leading initiatives to advance support for sustainable public policies. As Director of Market Development at the Illinois Soybean Association, he develops strategies to support new uses for Illinois soybeans and good trade relations with potential buyers from new markets all over the world. Soy Innovation Centers are an engine for research development.
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- Jonathon Romain | Change That Narrative | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 520
- Runtime
- 26:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Reflecting on and learning from his mistakes, Jonathon Romain was able to turn his life around. Yet, the public perceptions, in large part, haven’t changed. Through ArtInc, after school activities are reaching a lot of kids. And Jonathon, a renowned artist/painter, is taking action. With the aid of contemporaries, he published a book, advancing and inspiring ways to Change the Narrative.
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- Choose Greater Peoria | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 221
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Attracting talented workers to our area is just one of the goals of Choose Greater Peoria. The group now has a magazine to tout the area.
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- Tate Ulm | Black Band Distillery | A Shot of AG | episode 523
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Tate Ulm of Farmington, IL, is Brand Ambassador for Black Band Distillery, a small-batch craft distillery nestled in Peoria’s vibrant Warehouse District who proudly sources its grains from local organic farmers. Once celebrated as the whiskey capital of the world, Peoria’s rich distilling legacy was silenced by Prohibition—but Black Band is reviving that history, one handcrafted batch at a time.
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- William Sewell Jr | Peoria Public School Foundation | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | 518
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- William’s love story started out as a solid friendship. And deep faith was the glue. When Will and Shara finally realized that their friendship and mutual respect for each other blossomed, they married and had a family. Interestingly, they both journaled their thoughts and memories. After cancer took Shara, Will found their journals paralleled many times. And writing helped relieve his grief.
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- The Whitney Reynolds Show | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 220
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- You don’t see a lot of talk shows on PBS stations, so the ones you do see are there for a good reason. We’re going to introduce you to Whitney Reynolds. The eighth season of her show debuts here on WTVP next week.
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- 1/2/2025 | Quinn, Jetson and Lumi | Mark’s Furry Friends Extra
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Quinn, Jetson and Lumi. Quinn came to TAPS with three siblings. She is a three-month-old, domestic shorthair kitten. Jetson is a six-month-old black Lab. Lumi is a very calm Chihuahua. She is six-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 1/2/2025 | Harbor, Kori, Moez | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Harbor, Kori and Moez. Harbor is a blue-eyed, grey domestic shorthair cat. He is seven-years-old. Kori is an affectionate, three-month-old. She is a domestic shorthair kitten. Moez is a seven-month-old Pit Bull. This baby has a lot of energy! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- The Penguin Project | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 6:17
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 407
The Penguin Project shows us how all abilities shine on stage.
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- Santa Claus | Santa Secrets | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 407
Get ready for a holly jolly ride on You Gotta See This! We’re grilling the REAL Santa for his secrets.
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- Cinnamon Tree Farm | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:29
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 407
Get ready for a holly jolly ride on You Gotta See This! We’re meeting a family of 11 rocking the Christmas spirit on their Brimfield tree farm.
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- Dream Center | Life Skills | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 6:36
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 407
We’re hanging with kids learning life hacks at the Dream Center.
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- Dave Bishop | Organic Farmer/Teacher | A Shot of AG | episode 522
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Dave Bishop from Atlanta, IL teaches regenerative agriculture classes at Heartland College but for the past 40 years he has farmed. A drought in 1988 caused him to think about his farm differently and became certified organic in 2004 and highly diversify his farm. Finding ways to keep the wealth created from the land in local communities is a high priority.
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- Cindy Morris | Peoria Public School Foundation | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Ep 518
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Innovation is alive and well in the Peoria Public Schools. And the 365 Breakfast, now entering its’ 10th year, is one of the favorite events which will be celebrated on January 9th. PPS Foundation President, Cindy Morris explains all about the breakfast (and the luncheons the culinary students prepare twice a month!) She also enlightens us on the Woodruff Career and Technical Center offerings.
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- Theodore, Minnie and Millie | Mark's Furry Friends | 12/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Theodore, Minnie and Millie. Theodore is a medium sized domestic shorthair cat. This grey Tabby is four-years-old. Minnie and Millie are sisters! They are two-month-old Border Collie mixes. They also have a brother available for adoption! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Wren, Ashton and Mico | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 12/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Wren, Ashton and Mico. Wren and Ashton are brothers! These three-month-old domestic shorthair kittens were brought to TAPS as part of a litter. Mico is a handsome Boarder Collie mix. This two-month-old also has sisters available for adoption. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Modifying Shopping Malls | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 219
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The reports of central Illinois mall deaths are greatly exaggerated! We learn how Northwoods Mall in Peoria is surviving and thriving while competing with online retailers.
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- Megan Dwyer | Farmer/Crop Advisor | A Shot of AG | episode 521
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Megan is a 4th generation farmer from Geneseo IL, who survived a head on collision that almost took her life 2 years ago and is still healing. She is the Director of Conservation and Nutrient Stewardship at IL Corn. Corn check-off is a vital part of ensuring IL corn growers best interests. Megan believes we need more people with ag backgrounds to be in leadership and policy making roles.
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- Nathan Taylor | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Ep 517
- Runtime
- 26:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- A love of music is part of Nathan Taylor’s life every day. Painting and graphic arts resonated. But he had bills to pay. So he picked up a larger paint brush and uses those strokes. Construction is also a part of his life. And to find some respite, Taylor meditates daily and practices yoga at The Breathing Tree Yoga studio he founded. He’s quite an interesting guy!
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- Basil, Thorn and Bibble | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 12/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Basil, Thorn and Bibble. Basil and Thorn are two-month-old brothers! They are very handsome, domestic shorthair kittens. Bibble is a baby Blue Heeler. She is three-months-old and full of energy! She also has siblings available for adoption. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Poppy, Hobie and Tika | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 12/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Poppy, Hobie and Tika. Poppy is a good-sized, domestic shorthair kitten. She is one-year-old. Hobie and Tika are siblings. These adorable three-month-old Blue Heelers have other siblings available for adoption. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Skill Builders | Tree Farm | Santa | Inclusion | You Gotta See This | episode 407
- Runtime
- 26:27
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Get ready for a holly jolly ride on You Gotta See This! We’re hanging with kids learning life hacks at the Dream Center, grilling the REAL Santa for his secrets, and meeting a family of 11 rocking the Christmas spirit on their Brimfield tree farm. Plus, the Penguin Project shows us how all abilities shine on stage. It’s festive, feel-good fun you won’t want to miss!
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- Bloomington Venues Success | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 218
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Bloomington’s oldest entertainment venue just had its busiest month ever and the arena is bouncing back after some troubled years.
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- Gabby, Superstition and Molly | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 12/12/2024
- Runtime
- 1:39
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Gabby, Superstition and Molly. Gabby is a black and white, domestic shorthair kitten. She is four-years-old. Three-month-old Superstition is a curious girl. She is a domestic shorthair kitten. Molly is a one-year-old Pit Bull. She is calm and great on a leash. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Mario, Tree Frog and Mikayla | Mark's Furry Friends | 12/12/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Mario, Tree Frog and Mikayla.
Mario is a beautiful, orange domestic shorthair kitten. He is five-months-old. Tree Frog is a three-year-old Pit Bull. He is a little shy when you first meet him. Mikayla is a black and white Border Collie mix. This two-year-old is very calm! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- WTVP-PBS Holiday Reel Two
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Happy holidays from your friends and neighbors at WTVP-PBS!
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- Sara Fuller | Showing Pigs / Family Farm | A Shot of AG | episode 520
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Sara is 4th gen on the farm, where her family grows corn and soybeans. From a young age, she developed a connection to agriculture, especially through her love of showing pigs—a passion that began at just 8 years old. Today, Sara continues to contribute to the farm she loves while also excelling in her career as an account manager at Agsurance, where she helps others navigate agricultural insurance.
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- WTVP-PBS Holiday 2024 Reel One
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Happy Holidays from your friends and neighbors at WTVP-PBS!
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- Keye, Pancake and Miguel | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 12/05/2024
- Runtime
- 1:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Keye, Pancake and Miguel.
Keye is a medium-sized, domestic shorthair cat. He is two-years-old. Pancake is a one-year-old Husky mix. She was a shy stray at first, but loves meeting new people. Miguel is a strong puppy. He is a ten-month-old Pit Bull. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Crew, Little Kim and Brody | Mark's Furry Friends | 12/05/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Crew, Little Kim and Brody.
Crew is a lovely young man. He is a four-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Little Kim is also a four-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. This orange fluffball only has one eye, but is very healthy. Brody is a one-year-old brown and white Beagle. He loves attention and long walks! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Susie Papenhause | Peoria Historical Society | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Ep 516
- Runtime
- 26:41
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Central Illinois has so much rich history, and the Peoria Historical Society is keeping it alive. An active Board is developing new ideas encouraging people to embrace all we have. The aim is to preserve, share and celebrate the stories of Peoria. Reaching out to the Community to be involved helps in trumpeting the area’s contributions! And a Historical Fictional book club? There’s more!
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- Freshetta, Totino and Happy Feet | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 11/28/2024
- Runtime
- 1:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Freshetta, Totino and Happy Feet. Freshetta is a one-year-old domestic shorthair kitten. Totino is Freshetta’s son. He is a one-year-old domestic shorthair kitten. Happy Feet is a very happy Pit Bull! He is three-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Chessy, Kronk and Squilliam Fancyson | Mark's Furry Friends | 11/28/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Chessy, Kronk and Squilliam Fancyson. Chessy is a five-month-old domestic shorthair, tuxedo kitten. She loves to play and cuddle! Kronk is a mature Chihuahua. He is 10-years-old and very relaxed. Squilliam Fancyson is very unique one-year-old. She is a Chinese Crescent dog which is a hairless breed. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Paws Giving Independence | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 6:20
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #406
Discover how service dogs bring independence to Central Illinois residents.
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- Small Town Circus | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 6:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #406
You Gotta See This flips for an acrobat class teaching circus tricks.
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- Telescope | Northmoor Observatory | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:27
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 406
You Gotta See This explores a historic Peoria telescope.
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- Pretendly | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:57
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 406
This week on You Gotta See This!: meet kids who turned pretending into a business.
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- Sawyer Cottrell | Ag Teacher & Rancher | A Shot of AG | episode 519
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Sawyer didn't grow up farming but dreamed of working in ag since he was little. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a lot of hard work he and his wife founded Central Illinois Beanwalkers, where they employ local kids to weed fields while creating a positive workplace environment. They are 1st generation ranchers growing Wagyu Cattle and he's proud to be an Ag teacher in Eureka.
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- Suzette Boulais | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 515
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Moving to Central Illinois in the early 80’s, Suzette Boulais counseled troubled teens. A few decades later, she took a painting class, and the rest is history. She finds solace in putting brush to canvas and creating works of art…works to inspire and uplift. She says her paintings are mostly “quiet meditations and reflections, designed to calm and comfort.” And each piece is worth contemplating.
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- Pumpernickel, Divine and Gremlin | Mark's Furry Friends | 11/21/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Pumpernickel, Divine and Gremlin. Pumpernickel and Divine are a bonded pair, which means they must be adopted together. Pumpernickel is a two-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Divine is a one-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Gremlin is a one-year-old Pit Bull. She loves affection! Help us find good homes for these animals!
