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Cats & Dogs! Alex Michael, Tori Beth and Lego | Mark's Furry Friends | 09/19/2024
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- Cats & Dogs! Alex Michael, Tori Beth and Lego | Mark's Furry Friends | 09/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Alex Michael, Tori Beth and Lego. Alex Michael is an active, domestic shorthair kitten. He is six-months-old. Tori Beth is a five-month-old, domestic medium hair kitten that loves to play! Lego is a two-year-old Husky. This blue and brown-eyed boy is very affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Sunday Funday, Buffalo Billy and Hank Williams | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 09/19/2024
- Runtime
- 1:50
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Sunday Funday, Buffalo Billy & Hank Williams. Sunday Funday loves people! He is a one-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Buffalo Billy is a very calm Chihuahua. He is six-years-old. Hank Williams is a Great Dane-Mastiff mix, but he really isn’t that big! Hank is two-years-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Election Integrity | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 208
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Central Illinois election officials have a lot on their plates including trying to prevent misinformation, illegal voting and more. We talk with representatives from two central Illinois counties about how they’re dealing with these outside distractions and what you need to know before voting.
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- Jim & Laura Sniff | Picket Fence Foundation - Part 2 | A Shot of AG | episode 509
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Part 2 of 2
Jim and Laura are deeply committed to creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities in their community. In Chillicothe, IL, they’ve founded two impactful non-profits that serve both children and adults with disabilities. The first, Blue Ridge Community Farm, and second Picket Fence Foundation, a florist and garden center that proudly employs individuals with disabilities.
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- Cats & Dogs! James Wilson, Thirteen and Rusty Dunn | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 09/12/2024
- Runtime
- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to James Wilson, Thirteen and Rusty Dunn. James Wilson and Thirteen are brother and sister! These beautiful domestic shorthair kittens are three-months-old. Rusty Dunn is a beagle mix. This five-year-old was brought to TAPS after a house fire. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Cats & Dogs! Lady Fluffington, Junior and Frankie | Mark's Furry Friends | 09/12/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Lady Fluffington, Junior and Frankie. Lady Fluffington is a colorful, domestic shorthair kitten. She is four-months-old. Junior and Frankie are brothers! They are three-month-old Pomeranian-Chihuahua mixes. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- River City Labs | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 207
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Have you ever wanted to build a gadget or make a piece or art or just play with some cool machines? You can do that and more in central Illinois without having to shell out big bucks to buy a 3-D printer or a laser cutter or a forge. We’ll tell you about a space where you can create, tinker and learn from some really smart people.
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- Sean and Jill Morrissey | Balm Diggity | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 505
- Runtime
- 26:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Tackling a quick learning curve, a Stark County farmer and beekeeper along with his Mom have done what they set out to do. It’s the Balm Diggity! Pardon? It’s an all natural Lip Balm made with only 5 ingredients. With their beeswax, they add jojoba oil, coconut oil, shea butter - and a fragrance to make their products. They share the story of their start a year ago and their future plans.
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- Cats & Dogs! Encanto, Elemental and Baby | Mark's Furry Friends | 09/05/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Encanto, Elemental and Baby. Encanto and Elemental are brothers! These domestic shorthair, black kittens are five-months-old. Baby has had a rough life and needs a patient owner. This Pit Bull is four-years-old. This little girl is affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Cats & Dogs! Thistle, Kimchi and Clark Kent | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 09/05/2024
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Thistle, Kimchi and Clark Kent. Thistle is an orange, domestic shorthair cat. She is four-years-old and outgoing! Kimchi is an eight-year-old Coon Hound. She is a little shy, but very sweet. Clark Kent is a two-year-old German Shepherd mix. His brindle color makes him look super! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Peoria Drum Circle | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 3:37
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 404
A moving way to spend Friday evenings full of drumming, dance and much more.
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- Alpaca Beach Party | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 3:41
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #404
Beach party and alpacas!
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- LeTourneau Steal House | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 4:35
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #404
A Peoria innovator built steel houses that decades ago seemed destined for widespread sales, until World War II got in the way.
- Title
- Steel houses | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode # 404
A Chillicothe designer has created model houses made of steel that can save construction and energy costs.
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- Camp Ellis | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:36
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #404
The town of Bernadotte made great sacrifices to host Camp Ellis and house German prisoners of World War II.
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- Cats & Dogs! Zazu, Luca and Mercury | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 08/28/2024
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Zazu, Luca and Mercury. Zazu is one chill dude! He is a one-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Luca is very affectionate. He is a five-month-old black kitten. Mercury is very responsive to training! He is a one-year-old mixed breed dog. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Camp Ellis | Steel houses | Alpaca Beach Party | You Gotta See This | episode 404
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The town of Bernadotte made great sacrifices to host Camp Ellis and house German prisoners of World War II. A Chillicothe designer has created model houses made of steel that can save construction and energy costs. A Peoria innovator built steel houses that decades ago seemed destined for widespread sales, until World War II got in the way. And a beach party with Alpacas!
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- Death Doula | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 206
- Runtime
- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Doulas provide guidance and support for pregnant women. These childbirth coaches help usher in new lives. but did you know there are death doulas? They are people who prepare you for the end of your life. We’ll talk with a central Illinois death doula and learn why this field is growing.
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- Cats & Dogs! Madam Meow, Bellisima and Winky | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra | 08/28/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Madam Meow, Bellisima and Winky. Madam Meow is a domestic shorthair cat. She is one-year-old and was brought to TAPS from a hoarding situation. Bellisima is a 12-year-old Dachshund mix. She is very good-natured! Winky is a seven-year-old Chihuahua mix. This little girl is affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Jim & Laura Sniff | Blue Ridge Community Farm - Part 1 | A Shot of AG | episode 508
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Part 1 of 2 - Jim and Laura have a farm just outside of Chillicothe, IL that serves adults and children with disabilities giving them the chance to experience life on the farm in a unique way.
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- Barbara Kane | Peoria Garden Club | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 504
- Runtime
- 26:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Barbara Kane is the Co-President of The Peoria Garden Club. The Club celebrates its 100th Anniversary this year and has had plenty to offer Mrs. Kane. History of the Club led her to discover our connection to Peoria, Arizona! And she shares all that the Club participates in to beautify Central Illinois. Her journey is as colorful as the lovely plantings around town.
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- 08/22/2024 | Fireworks, Penny and Scruffles | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra
- Runtime
- 1:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Fireworks, Penny and Scruffles. Fireworks is a tuxedo kitten. This domestic shorthair kitten is five-months-old. Penny is a six-year-old Chihuahua that loves affection. Scruffles is a Poodle mix. This two-year-old has a lot of energy! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 08/22/2024 | Buzz Cut, Bobby Pin and Ficus | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Buzz Cut, Bobby Pin and Ficus. Buzz Cut and Bobby Pin are siblings! These three-month-olds are domestic shorthair kittens. Buzz Cut is grey and white. Bobby Pin is a dilute calico. Ficus is a blue-eyed Alaskan Husky mix. She is six-months-old and loves to play! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Kristina Koehler | Eyes Up Equestrian | A Shot of AG | episode 507
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Kristina, was a small town teacher/dreamer who got into training horses by accident. She became a high performance athlete and travels to compete in "Eventing". Her riding school "Eyes Up Equestrian" is a program that has riding opportunities for all ages in Brimfield, IL.
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- Micki McCarthy | Fundraisier | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 503
- Runtime
- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Growing up in California in the 60’s was quite a time for Micki McCarthy as it was for folks her age then. Yet, she fell in love and that love brought her to Central Illinois. Her passion to focus on how to make things better here, through serendipity, got her involved in many projects we see every day. With her past experiences, her present involvement and future ahead, we’re in good hands!
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- Renewable Energy | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 205
- Runtime
- 26:01
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Illinois is on a path to clean energy by reducing dependence on fossil fuels and coal and charging toward electricity produced by wind and the sun. There are many challenges to overcome and a lot of people to win over. We talk with a national group hoping to convince people state by state that renewable energy is the way to go.
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- 08/15/2024 | RK, Goodluck Bear and Funshine Bear | Mark's Furry Friend
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to RK, Goodluck Bear and Funshine Bear.
RK is a grey and white domestic shorthair kitten. This three-month-old was found in the middle of a busy road! Goodluck Bear and Funshine Bear are siblings. These three-month-old Lab-Retriever mixes are big and will get bigger! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 08/15/2024 | Bentley, Rover and Tallahassee | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra
- Runtime
- 1:38
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Bentley, Rover and Tallahassee.
Bentley and Rover are brothers! These four-month-old, domestic shorthair kittens survived a fire and need a good home. Tallahassee spent the last two years chained to a tree in Florida. She is getting healthy at TAPS and is ready for responsible owners. This two-year-old is a lovable Pit Bull. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Poetry therapy | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 3:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #403
An East Peoria resident publishes a book after her poems help navigate life changes.
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- Helpful youths | Boys To Men Empowerment | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:10
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #403
A new Peoria organization mentors youths with a landscaping mission.
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- Indo-Chinese Box Turtle | Miller Park Zoo | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 4:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #403
And Wild Side visits a box turtle!
@MillerParkZoo
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- Brandy Renshaw | Farmer/Entrepreneur | A Shot of AG | episode 506
- Runtime
- 26:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Brandy from Olive Branch, IL, redefines the image of a modern farmer. Facing the challenges of farming along the river, her resilience was put to the test when the levee break of 2016 forever altered her family's farming operation. In this episode, Brandy opens up about her mother's struggle with schizophrenia and the profound bond she formed with her father through their shared love of farming.
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- Diane Rock | OLLI at Bradley University | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 502
- Runtime
- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- You’ve no doubt seen the white busses with bold lettering OLLI on the side traveling around Central Illinois. But, what exactly is OLLI (hint - it’s the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute) at Bradley? It’s for folks over the age of 50 with a thirst for knowledge, camaraderie, and adventure. Membership chair Diane Rock shares how she became an OLLI advocate and a lot about the programs offered.
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- Endangered Animals | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 204
- Runtime
- 26:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Illinois may seem to have an abundance of plants and animals, but there should be a lot more. We’re talking about endangered and threatened species in the Land of Lincoln. We’ll find out why some mammals, birds, fish and reptiles are scarce, and we’ll definitely talk about some animals you’ve never heard of before!
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- 08/08/2024 | Bingo, Huey McGuey and Indy | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Bingo, Huey McGuey and Indy. Bingo is a domestic medium hair kitten. This playful girl is three-months-old. Huey McGuey and Indy are siblings! These tiny three-year-olds are mixed breed puppies. He is very friendly! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 08/08/2024 | Cookie Crisp, Golden Corral and Hathaway | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Cookie Crisp, Golden Corral and Hathaway. Cookie Crisp is a beautiful, black and orange cat. She is a one-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Golden Corral is an orange and white cat. She is a six-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Hathaway is a Border Collie mix. She is seven-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
- Title
- Greener Choices at School and at Home
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark Welp looks at practical ways Central Illinois communities are going greener. Peoria Public Schools prepares for electric buses, a Normal church turns its grounds into a certified wildlife habitat, and the Ecology Action Center demonstrates vermicomposting. The episode also checks in on environmental projects and the endangered Indiana bat.
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- Elizabeth Pratt | Rural Entrepreneurs | A Shot of AG | episode 505
- Runtime
- 26:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- In Sheffield, IL, Elizabeth is a believer in the power of relationships within rural communities. She opened Royal Super Mart, recognizing that a grocery store is vital to the social, physical, and economic well-being of her town. She and her husband Tim established Cornerstone, a hub designed to provide essential health resources and foster organic health connections within the community.
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- Matt “BlindStein” Stein | BS Entertainment | Consider This with Christine Zak-Edmonds | Episode 501
- Runtime
- 26:16
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Early on, Matt “BlindStein” could see his future. But little by little, his vision got skewed. By the time he was in High School, his night vision all but disappeared. In his 20’s it was all but gone. As Matt worked to adjust to his new normal, he never lost his sense of humor. So, he put his gift of humor to work and now performs and brings in comics for Central Illinois audiences to enjoy.
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- Otters | Miller Park Zoo | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 3:30
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #402
Wild Side visits otters!
@MillerParkZoo
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- Young Entrepreneurs | At Issue with Mark Welp | episode 203
- Runtime
- 25:31
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- They are only in their twenties, but two Bradley University graduates are young entrepreneurs making waves in the technology field. Their start-up company creates assistive technologies for people who need help. We’ll talk about their products, what motivates them and how they want to change the world.
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- 08/01/2024 | Hobbes, Nerds and Saturday Night | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Hobbes, Nerds and Saturday Night. Hobbes is a three-year-old domestic shorthair cat. He loves attention and being petted. Nerds and Saturday Night are brothers. They are two-month-old mixed breed puppies. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 08/01/2024 | Libra, London and Short Stack | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Hobbes, Nerds and Saturday Night. Hobbes is a three-year-old domestic shorthair cat. He loves attention and being petted. Nerds and Saturday Night are brothers. They are two-month-old mixed breed puppies. Help us find good homes for these animals!
- Title
- Roller derby | Peoria Prowlers | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 6:12
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #402
Producer Amy practices with the Peoria Prowlers roller derby team.
- Title
- Mobile cigars | Cigar Shack | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 4:20
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #402
A mobile cigar lounge cruises throughout central Illinois for private and public events.
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- Massive Monopoly | Macomb | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:57
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Episode #402
A Macomb public square hosts the world’s biggest Monopoly game.
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- Curt Sinclair | Extension Specialist/shooting sports | A Shot of AG | episode 504
- Runtime
- 26:48
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Curt, with farm family roots in Jasper and Fayette Counties, Illinois, is an avid hunter and fisherman. Passionate about outdoor safety and environmental education, he teaches 4-H shooting sports, motivated by witnessing several accidents in his youth. Curt believes lifelong passions begin with a spark and encourages everyone to volunteer and donate to support these vital programs.
- Title
- Massive Monopoly | Roller derby | Mobile cigars | You Gotta See This | episode 402
- Runtime
- 27:02
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- A Macomb public square hosts the world’s biggest Monopoly game. Producer Amy practices with the Peoria Prowlers roller derby team. A café-pub in Lostant boasts a quirky roadside attraction: The Iron Man. A mobile cigar lounge cruises throughout central Illinois for private and public events. And Wild Side visits otters!
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- 07/25/2024 | Prancer, Luke Perry and Vincent Young | Mark's Furry Friends | Web Extra
- Runtime
- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Prancer, Luke Perry and Vincent Young. Prancer is a very fluffy, domestic long hair cat. The owner of this two-year-old girl passed away, so we need to find her a new home! Luke Perry and Vincent Young are three-month-old brothers. We expect these Lab mixes to grow into big boys! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 07/25/2024 | Snap, Tie and Kiki Dee | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Snap, Tie and Kiki Dee. Snap and Tie are four-month-old sisters. They are nearly identical domestic shorthair kittens. Kiki Dee is a friendly, one-year-old mixed breed dog. Help us find good homes for these animals!
