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Community Voices

Beatrice Bonner, Randy Eccles

Community Voices is events you might have missed and conversations with neighbors, artists, and area business people. Get to know your neighbors with Community Voices. Suggest a guest at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.

society & culture documentary

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Springfield Chess Club builds community one move at a...

Community Voices ·

2025/03/03

Jimmie Cecil and Josh Turner are members of the Springfield Chess Club, an organization which brings chess players in the area together. They spoke to Community Voices about the club, its members and how the organization helps its players build skill. To learn more about the Springfield Chess Club visit http://springfieldchessclub.com/

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Discover Sicily like a local with Jen DeJong of...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/28

Jen DeJong is the owner of Sicilian Encounters. She spoke to Community Voices about her business through which she helps guests explore Sicily and her mother's hometown, Montevago, like a local. She explained the history of Sicily and its rich culture and cuisine. She also shared what it was like growing up with an Italian parent and grandparent and how she hopes to create more opportunities for cultural exchange between Illinois and Montevago residents.To learn more visit:

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Michal Dawson Connor returns to the Hoogland with...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/24

Michal Dawson Connor performs his arrangement of spirituals that he has researched from the era of American slavery Feb. 28 at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. He joins Community Voices to share his passion, reflect on his time performing in "The Lincolns of Springfield" here, and share how the Los Angeles wildfires affected him. Connor has published a book on his research, The Slave Letters.

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Bill Baker explains chainsaw artistry and the funny...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/19

Bill Baker is a talented chainsaw artist and the owner of Top Notch Chainsaw Carving. He also makes an appearance on the HBO Max series “Somebody Somewhere” as the “genius chainsaw artist.” An Illinois resident with carvings across the state, Bill Baker spoke to Community Voices about his interest in chainsaw carvings, safety practices and, of course, the hilarious behind-the-scenes story of his TV appearance.For more information about Bill Baker visit: https://www.topnotchcarving.com/

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A Conversation with UIS Women's Basketball Coach...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/19

Olivia Lett is the head coach of the University of Illinois Springfield Women's Basketball Program. She discusses her journey from player to coach, her coaching philosophy, and the challenges and triumphs of leading a collegiate team. Coach Lett also gives insight into women's basketball and how it has evolved.

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16:40

Crash Planet continues to evolve

Community Voices ·

2025/02/13

The central Illinois band, Crash Planet, has two EPs out — 2023's Subconscious and 2024's False Summit. They play shows in the area and are planning a regional tour.

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Kevin Veara shares his love of nature through art at...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/12

Kevin Veara is a new member artist at Perspectives Art Gallery in Petersburg. He spoke to Community Voices about his passion for nature and his process of painting birds using vibrant colors and geometric patterns. Veara will be featured in an upcoming exhibit at the Perspectives Art Gallery on Feb. 15-22. The opening reception is on Feb. 15, from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. with an artist talk at 2:00 p.m. For more information about Veara and his exhibit visit:

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Illinois History Day turns students into young...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/11

Illinois History Day (an affiliate of National History Day) is a project-based learning program for 6th-12th grade students. The program enhances learning history through research, analysis, and discovery. Students are asked to pick a topic of their choosing related to the National History Day theme and use the research skills they learn in their classrooms to develop a project. Projects consist of papers, exhibits, performances, documentaries, or websites. This year's theme is rights and

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Who done it? Chatham Library celebrates 25 years of...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/11

The Chatham Area Public Library hosts an annual murder mystery fundraiser, and this March marks the 25th time there’s been a murder in the library. Library Director Amy Byers and playwright Ryan Byers spoke to Community Voices about the fundraiser and how it helps contribute to the programming provided at the library. Ryan Byers also shared how he writes a zany, original script each year.The murder mystery will take place at 7 p.m. on March 14-15 at the Chatham Area Public Library. For more

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Actor Nancy Cole shares her journey from stage to screen

Community Voices ·

2025/02/07

Nancy Cole is an actor who has performed on several stages in Central Illinois, but she’s also made appearances in commercials, independent films and in the backgrounds of several TV series. She spoke to Community Voices about the behind-the-scenes of background acting and her experience on the set of the HBO Max series “Somebody Somewhere.”

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Bradley Swanson reflects on 50 years of NPR Illinois

Community Voices ·

2025/02/06

Bradley Swanson started at NPR Illinois in 1977 as Operations Director. He became general manager of the station in 1999 and retired in 2004. He spoke to Community Voices about his first impressions of public radio, the story behind the station's changing call letters, and advancements in technology and fundraising. Brad also talks about the importance of public radio.Listen to people share reflections and memories of the past 50 years of NPR Illinois all year long on Community Voices.

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Ken Lam returns to the ISO to guest conduct Romantic...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/06

Ken Lam is director of orchestral studies at The Tianjin Juilliard School and resident conductor of the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra. He was also music director of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra from 2017 to 2022. Ken is returning to Illinois as guest conductor of the ISO's upcoming concert Romantic Reflections. The concert takes place Friday Feb. 7 in Springfield and Saturday Feb. 8 in Bloomington-Normal. He spoke to Community Voices about The Tianjin Juilliard School, what people can expect to

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Brandon Yates explains how DeepWalk uses scanning...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/06

Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield’s business incubator, hosts a speaker series, called Founders, Failure and Fun, which features lessons from entrepreneurs. In December, Brandon Yates spoke to a crowd at Innovate Springfield about his experience as the cofounder and CEO of DeepWalk, a company that uses scanning software to assist with ADA compliance of sidewalks. He shared the challenges of starting a business and how the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign provided

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Athena Award nominations are open

Community Voices ·

2025/02/05

Every year Illinois Women in Leadership gives out the Athena Award to a woman who exemplifies a commitment to mentoring other women. Heather Burton spoke to Community Voices about the award and the process to submit a nomination. She also shared the importance of mentoring and how to get involved with the organization.For more information about nominations for the Athena Award visit: https://www.iwil.biz/

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Scarlet's Darling rocks album #2, 'I Didn't Mean to...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/04

Jack McLaughlin and Jordan Shea are joined by Noah Thuma in Scarlet's Darling. I Didn't Mean to Call Your Name, is their Feb. 7, 2025 album release.

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Dr. Amelia Frank discusses the origins and impact of...

Community Voices ·

2025/02/03

The Standardized Patient Program, which is replicated at medical schools across the country, originated at SIU School of Medicine. Dr. Amelia Frank spoke to Community Voices about the program. She explained how this program uses trained individuals to simulate real patient scenarios, helping future doctors develop their clinical skills. Dr. Frank also explained the process of becoming a standardized patient, the importance of continued learning for doctors and the various methods they employ to stay

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An epic tale of forbidden love, loyalty, and betrayal...

Community Voices ·

2025/01/29

Springfield Theatre Centre's production Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida runs 2/7/25 - 2/9/24 and 2/14/25 - 2/16/25. Aida is a musical based on the opera of the same name written by Antonio Ghislanzoni with music by Giuseppe Verdi. The musical tells the story of the love triangle between Aida, a Nubian princess stolen from her country, Amneris, an Egyptian princess, and Radames, the soldier they both love. Aida is forced to choose between love and the responsibility that she faces as the leader of her

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Learn about the importance of summer learning...

Community Voices ·

2025/01/28

The Citizens Club of Springfield met in December 2024 to host a program called "Summer Learning in Springfield: Bridging Opportunity Gaps." The panel for the event included Molly Berendt, CEO of Compass for Kids, Jennifer Gill, Superintendent of Springfield Public School District 186, and Terrance Jordan, Director of School Leadership & Family and Community Engagement of Springfield Public School District 186. The discussion was moderated by John Kelker, former president of The United Way of Central

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Meet UIS Director of Athletics Mike Hermann

Community Voices ·

2025/01/28

Mike Hermann accepted the role of Athletic Director at the University of Illinois Springfield in summer 2024. He spoke to Community Voices about his career, how his desire to get back to Division II sports led him to UIS, and his plans for athletics at UIS and in the community. He also shared the successes UIS athletes have in sports and in the classroom.

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New Philadelphia holds legacy of entrepreneurship and...

Community Voices ·

2025/01/24

Looking at the land known as New Philadelphia, it may be difficult to image its once thriving community. However, the land is an important part of Illinois history. It became part of the national park service in 2022, as it holds the legacy of Free Frank McWorter, who was born into slavery but managed to purchase freedom for himself and his family. Interim President of the New Philadelphia Association Gerald McWorter and incoming board member Brian Mitchell spoke to Community Voices about New

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