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Trick, Wilder Tate and Bodhi Crew | Mark's Furry Friends | 03/21/2024
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- Trick, Wilder Tate and Bodhi Crew | Mark's Furry Friends | 03/21/2024
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Hat Trick, Wilder Tate and Bodhi Crew.
Hat Trick is a six-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Wilder Tate and Bodhi Crew are brother and sister. They are five-month-old mixed breed puppies. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Revitalizing Bloomington’s Arena | At Issue with Mark Welp | #120
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- From embezzlement to mismanagement and the pandemic, times have been tough for the city owned arena in Bloomington. However, with the announcement of a new pro hockey team and more events, things are looking up. We talk about the importance of sports and arenas in central Illinois
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- WTVP CEO Announcement | March 21, 2024
- Runtime
- 17:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- WTVP announced today that its next CEO and President will be Peoria native, Jenn Gordon. Chairman of the board, John Wieland made the announcement at a press conference at the station’s headquarters at 101 State Street.
https://www.wtvp.org/blogs/station-announcements/wtvp-names-jenn-gordon-as-next-ceo/
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- Rejuvenating a landmark | Peoria Women's Club | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:35
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #317
The Peoria Women’s Club continues a history of service in its third century.
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- Chris Baumann | CommonGround | A Shot of AG #418
- Runtime
- 26:48
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Founder/Owner of CommonGround a company that connects farmers and landowners. They also provide an insurance product that allows farmers to insure against their cash rents.
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- Helping moms | Zoe House | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:52
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #317
The uniquely new Zoe House will support pregnant moms and babies.
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- Hitting the road | Volpe Service Station | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 3:32
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #317
A tiny filling station still offers only full-service pumps in its ninth decade.
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- Hitting the road | Charlie's Cycle Supply | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:23
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #317
Motorcyclists flock to a small-town mechanic maestro.
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- Silas, Harley, and Allie | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | #210
- Runtime
- 1:29
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Silas, Harley and Allie. Silas is a four-month-old, brown domestic shorthair kitten. Harley and Allie came from the same home so we hope someone will adopt both of them! Harley is a chihuahua and Allie is a Terrier-mix. Both are five-years-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Yoplait, Autumn, and Minor | Mark's Furry Friends | #209
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Yoplait, Autumn and Minor. Yoplait is a five-month-old, buff-colored domestic shorthair kitten. Autumn is an eight-month-old, domestic long hair kitten. Minor is going to be majorly big! He is a three-month-old Great Pyrenees. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Lola, Rocky, and Rubble | Mark's Furry Friends | #207
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Lola, Rocky and Rubble. Lola is a nine-year-old domestic shorthair cat. She was brought to TAPS after her owner passed away. Rocky and Rubble are brothers. These Shepherd-mix boys are five-years-old. We would like to home them together. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Socko, Miss Bella, and Lava | Mark's Furry Friends | #208
- Runtime
- 1:53
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Socko, Miss Bella and Lava. Socko and Miss Bella are 14-year-old domestic shorthair cats. They came to TAPS after their owner died. Lava is a two-year-old Rottweiler. She is very strong, but loveable! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Penny, Teddy, and Pearl | Mark's Furry Friends | #205
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Penny, Teddy and Pearl. Penny and Teddy are brother and sister. They are three-month-old domestic medium hair kittens. Pearl is a two-month-old mixed breed puppy. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Baby Blue, Chew, and Bacca | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | #206
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Baby Blue, Chew and Bacca. Baby Blue is a three-month-old domestic medium hair kitten. Chew and Bacca are brothers. These one-year-old boys are mixed breed and we would love for them to go home together. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- New Cornerstone Baptist Church | Hallelujah, Salvation, and Glory | Gospel Black History Month
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- WTVP Celebrates Black History Month with Gospel performances from local churches.
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- Zion Baptist Church | Glorify Your Name | Gospel Black History Month
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- WTVP Celebrates Black History Month with Gospel performances from local churches.
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- New Cornerstone Baptist Church | God Made Me | Gospel Black History Month
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- WTVP Celebrates Black History Month with Gospel performances from local churches.
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- Zion Baptist Church | Lord You Are Good And Your Mercy Endureth Forever | Gospel Black History Month
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- WTVP Celebrates Black History Month with Gospel performances from local churches.
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- Remarkable artist | You Gotta See This | #316
- Runtime
- 6:22
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #316
Though known in the arts community worldwide, a sculptor works in near-anonymity in Normal.
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- Sweet bakery | You Gotta See This | #316
- Runtime
- 5:49
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #316
Customers come from Chicago and beyond to a lively bakery that is helping revitalize LaSalle.
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- Sweet bakery | Remarkable artist | Community tavern | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 25:11
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode#316
Customers come from Chicago and beyond to a lively bakery that is helping revitalize LaSalle. Though known in the arts community worldwide, a sculptor works in near-anonymity in Normal. The small village of Standard has just one community touch point: a pub run by the same family for four generations. And a unique Route 66 filling station survives as a gift shop.
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- Illinois' Woes | At Issue with Mark Welp | #119
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- From taxes to crime to unemployment, a lot of people have had enough and are leaving the state. How do our leaders combat the negative press? We’ll talk about the positive things central Illinois has to offer businesses and residents.
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- Tank, Ted and Dawson Lark | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | 2-22-2024
- Runtime
- 1:22
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Tank, Ted and Dawson Lark.
Tank is a four-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. His brother Ted looks almost identical! Dawson Lark is a five-year-old Chihuahua. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Brett, Cottontail and Cadbury Egg | Mark's Furry Friends | 2-22-2024
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Brett, Cottontail and Cadbury Egg.
Brett is a playful five-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Cottontail is a fluffy two-month-old mixed breed puppy. He came in with his sister Cadbury Egg. She is an Australian Shepherd mix. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- What Does Greener Living Look Like Close to Home?
- Runtime
- 27:51
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark Welp explores environmental ideas taking root across Central Illinois. See how prescribed burns restore native landscapes, cave homes cut energy use, Epiphany Farms connects farming and restaurants, a Peoria golf course balances recreation with conservation, and local efforts support bees and outdoor learning.
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- Lydia: Ahead of Her Time
- Runtime
- 28:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Most Central Illinoisans are familiar with the name Lydia Moss Bradley, most notably in relation to Bradley University. However, not many may know of her entrepreneurial beginnings in Southeastern Indiana, her involvement with the
Peoria Watch Company or the beginnings of the Peoria Park District.
In a time in society when "women were not allowed," she did!
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- TIF Districts | At Issue With Mark Welp | #118
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Tax Increment Finance districts or TIFS are responsible many major revitalization projects around central Illinois. We’ll explain what they are, where they are, and how they shape the future of our cities.
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- Sunflower, Bryer, and Binny | Mark's Furry Friends | 2-15-2024
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Sunflower, Bryer and Binny. Sunflower is a fluffy, orange domestic shorthair cat. She is two-years-old. Bryer is an eight-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Finally, Binny is a mixed breed dog that has a stout body and Corgi-like legs. He is three-years-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Tyrion, Graham Cracker, and Hanna Banana | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA | 2-15-2024
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Tyrion, Graham Cracker and Hannah Banana. Tyrion is a two-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Graham Cracker is a three-month-old, spotted Catahoula puppy. His sister is Hannah Banana. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- French confections | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:43
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #315
Voila! Macarons gives a behind-the-scenes peek into the Peoria sweets shop.
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- Enduring love | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 5:45
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode #315
A Morton couple recounts their 60-year romance.
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- Peoria's Playground - A History of the Peoria Park District
- Runtime
- 28:03
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Travel back to 1894, when visionary Peoria leaders began shaping a collection of private and city-operated parks into what is now Illinois’ oldest and largest public park district. Using historical photographs, landscape drawings and interviews, Peoria’s Playground: A History of the Peoria Park District, tells a fascinating story of perseverance, vision and a commitment to conservation and recreation that is still thriving today.
This compelling narrative includes the founding and development of Glen Oak Park, the Peoria Zoo, Laura Bradley Park, Grand View Drive, golf courses, recreation facilities and other well-known venues that have enhanced the Peoria area quality of life for more than a century. Along the way, you will learn how societal and lifestyle changes have transformed the purpose and place of public parks in our daily lives.
You may never again see your favorite park the same — or appreciate it more — after taking this enlightening and ins...
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- Peoria's Warehouse District | At Issue With Mark Welp | #117
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Business is picking up in downtown Peoria! We have big updates on the warehouse district. See where and how improvements are being made and the vision city leaders have for the formerly run-down area. We’ve got the lowdown on new businesses, apartments, parking and more.
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- 2/8/2024 | Juniper Breeze, Sun-Ripened Raspberry, and Pawgarita | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Juniper Breeze, Sun Ripened Raspberry and Pawgarita.
Juniper Breeze and Sun Ripened Raspberry are two-month-old domestic shorthair kittens. They were brought to TAPS as part of an unwanted litter. Pawgarita is a two-year-old Pit Bull. She is very energetic! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 2/8/2024 | Clara, Warmth, and Fragrant | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Clara, Warmth and Fragrant.
Clara is a seven-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Warmth and Fragrant are brothers. These Catahoula puppies are two-months-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Cure Violence | At Issue With Mark Welp | #116
- Runtime
- 26:47
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Cure Violence. Can this public health approach stop the spread of violence in Peoria? We talk to the man in charge of implementing this global program here in Peoria and explain how the process works.
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- 2/1/2024 | Gale, Armadillo, and Syrup | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Gale, Armadillo and Syrup.
Gale is an eight-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Armadillo is an orange and white domestic shorthair kitten. He is eight-months-old. Finally, Syrup is a medium-size mixed breed dog. He is one-year-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 2/1/2024 | Sahara, Rearview Mirror, and Haiku | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Sahara, Rearview Mirror and Haiku.
Sahara is a domestic shorthair, black and orange cat. She is one-year-old. Rearview Mirror is a Pitbull mix. This friendly ten-month-old was surrendered after her family’s house burned. Finally, Haiku is a large Terrier mix. This one-year-old is very affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Unsung guitarist | Far-flung music shop | PBS puppeteer | You Gotta See This
- Runtime
- 25:40
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Episode#314
Peoria native crafts documentary on seminal guitarist who influenced big-name rockers. Music fans flock to remarkable store in the middle of nowhere. PBS puppeteer boasts many talents in central Illinois. Dog-loving accountant changes career to make healthy pet food. Phone app alerts users to life-saving opportunities.
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- Ozempic | At Issue With Mark Welp | #115
- Runtime
- 24:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Some people including celebrities like Oprah Winfrey and Elon Musk have admitted to taking the drug to lose weight, even though those drugs are primarily used to treat diabetes. We talk with a local doctor and pharmacist about the pros and cons of Ozempic and similar drugs.
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- 01/24/2024 | Green Bay, Barbara, and Bobble | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Green Bay, Barbara and Bobble. Green Bay is a well-behaved, eight-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Barbara is a four-year-old Labrador and knows basic commands! Finally, Bobble is a Basset Hound mix. She is three-years-old. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 01/25/2024 | Sloppy Joe, Snapple Apple, and Candelight
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Sloppy Joe, Snapple Apple and Candlelight. Sloppy Joe is a laid back, three-year-old domestic shorthair cat. Snapple Apple is a one-year-old grey and white domestic shorthair cat. Finally, Candlelight is a Catahoula mix. This two-year-old just gave birth to 11 puppies and she needs a break! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Amtrak Update | At Issue with Mark Welp | #114
- Runtime
- 25:46
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Currently Peoria is the largest metro area in the state without Amtrak. We talk about what this service could mean for our area in terms of travel, the economy and more.
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- 01/18/2024 | Kaylee, Cinda and Kimber | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Kaylee, Cinda and Kimber.
Kaylee is a five-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Cinda and Kimber are sisters. These two-year-old Beagles clearly love each other! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 01/18/2024 | Copy, Paste and Almond Tea | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Copy, Paste and Almond Tea.
Copy and Paste are four-months-old. This brother and sister are domestic short hair kittens. Almond Tea is a one-year-old mixed breed dog. She was picked up as a stray and is very affectionate! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- WTVP Now #101 | John Wieland | WTVP’s new board chairman
- Runtime
- 24:15
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Though WTVP long has provided unique content unrivaled in central Illinois, recent tumult put the station’s well-being at risk. But Jan. 16 brought a big turnover to the WTVP board of directors, along with $1.2 million in fresh contributions. In this special program, new board Chairman John Wieland talks with WTVP’s Mark Welp and Phil Luciano about the station’s brightened future.
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- Dying Broke | At Issue with Mark Welp | #113
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Are you financially prepared as you or your loved ones need long-term care? We look at how you can make plans before you need care, and what services are available in central Illinois if you’re already in a bad spot.
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- 01/11/2024 | Slushy, Faye, and Ida May | Mark's Furry Friends
- Runtime
- 1:31
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Slushy, Faye and Ida May. Slushy is a seven-month-old domestic shorthair kitten. Faye is a one-year-old mixed-breed dog that recently gave birth to three puppies. Ida May is one of those puppies. She is a three-month-old that is very shy! Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- 01/11/2024 | Penn, Teller, and Morocco | Mark's Furry Friends EXTRA
- Runtime
- 1:33
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- Mark introduces us to Penn, Teller and Morocco. Penn and Teller are brothers! These six-month-old boys are domestic shorthair kittens. Morocco is a wonderful four-year-old Lab. His owner recently passed away and Morocco needs a new family. Help us find good homes for these animals!
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- Jail Mental Health | At Issue with Mark Welp | #112
- Runtime
- 27:01
- Date posted
- 3 years ago
- Description
- More than 70% of people in U.S. jails have at least one diagnosed mental illness or substance use disorder or both. Peoria County Sheriff Chris Watkins talks with us about conditions at his jail and how to help inmates with mental illnesses.

