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Community Voices

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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33:19

Hear Songs from Tom Irwin and His Sing Along Book for...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/27

Hear Songs from Tom Irwin and His Sing Along Book for Kids at Downtown Discovery Day in Jacksonville, Illinois. This event starts at 11am and goes to 2pm on Saturday, Sept. 12 on the Jacksonville Square.

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16:40

The Declaration still has work for us to do to secure...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/25

What can the Declaration of Independence teach us about labor, free speech and voting rights today? Illinois 250 explores the history—and the unfinished work of democracy. In partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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16:40

From a Chatham kitchen to millions of monthly...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/24

From a Chatham kitchen to 10 million monthly visitors, Kasey Schwartz built AllThingsMamma.com into a thriving recipe business—and has learned how to adapt as the digital world changes.

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16:40

COMPASS FOR KIDS Back to School Brunch 2026...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/21

Brandy Apgar and Christy Freeman Stark with COMPASS FOR KIDS speak on the history and impact of this educational resource for underserved kids. BACK TO SCHOOL BRUNCH and volunteering opportunities.

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16:39

It Is Not Exactly a TINY HOUSE Yet It Is a MINI ART...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/21

Seth! Leary built a wee art house called 'Gallery 1624'. It's located at 1624 Holmes Ave. for those who want to take a little look. He was inspired by one that he saw in a Chicago neighborhood.

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16:40

Copper Coin brings the music of Prince to The Muni...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/20

Copper Coin Ballet Comapny’s Rockballet returns Sept. 12 with an all-Prince program, live music and dance under the stars at Springfield Muni Opera. Purple Rain, anyone?

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16:40

Brittany Apgar's journey powers Women's Pro Baseball...

Community Voices ·

2026/08/03

She trained from sunrise to midnight to make history. Meet Brittany Apgar, a founding Women's Pro Baseball League player inspiring the next generation in Springfield.

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16:40

Dr. Mesbah ditches health insurance to bring back...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/27

Discover a different approach to health care. Dr. Hossain Mesbah explains how direct primary care puts patients—not insurance paperwork—at the center of medicine.

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16:41

How the Declaration shaped Native American history |...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/23

How did the Declaration of Independence shape Native American history? Author Kimberly Sigafus explores resilience, truth, and inclusion in America's story. This Illinois 250 episode is produced in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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16:40

From quilt codes to heritage trails - Illinois Black...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/16

From Underground Railroad quilt codes to the Black Panther Heritage Trail, learn how Illinoisans are preserving Black history for future generations in this Illinois 250 episode in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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16:40

The National Road, Route 66, and more; Illinois Roads...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/09

The U.S. story is written on Illinois roads. Discover the National Road, Route 66, and the highways that shaped a nation in this Illinois 250 episode in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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16:40

How Illinois became a crossroads of American music |...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/04

Illinois' music tells the story of our state. Discover how French Creole traditions, folk music, and river culture have helped shape Illinois and America for 250 years.Episode two of six in a special NPR Illinois series in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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16:40

Illinois 250 invites every resident to help tell the...

Community Voices ·

2026/07/01

Illinois 250 wants your story. Discover how 'Illinois Voices 250' is preserving the thoughts of everyday people for generations as America marks its anniversary. Episode one of six in a special NPR Illinois series in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

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17:34

Local advocate on how people and businesses can...

Community Voices ·

2026/06/17

From handwritten notes to instant invoices: see how AI is transforming small business. Catch Adam Gurski’s live demos are June 10–11, with more to come.

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19:11

Reunification Ride keeps incarcerated moms, their...

Community Voices ·

2026/05/29

A unique Illinois program helps incarcerated mothers stay connected to their children through family visits, crafts, meals, and love.

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16:40

Preview the 2026 Levitt AMP Springfield summer of...

Community Voices ·

2026/05/28

Levitt AMP Springfield concert series kicks off the 2026 season. Bella Szabo provides some attendance tips.

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16:40

Civil War heritage group brings national convention...

Community Voices ·

2026/05/27

Families forever shaped by the Civil War gather in Springfield this summer at the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War national convention.

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16:40

Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens is growing more than food

Community Voices ·

2026/05/21

Fresh food, free events, and friendships are growing at the Enos Park Neighborhood Gardens — where community blooms one raised bed at a time. 🌱

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16:39

Small-Town Secrets Unravel in Zion Falls Mystery -...

Community Voices ·

2026/05/18

A beloved small-town doctor is found dead—and secrets unravel fast. Mount Zion author Chris Cooper debuts a new murder mystery.

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18:48

WQNA nearing return to Springfield’s airwaves with...

Community Voices ·

2026/05/12

WQNA is coming back to Springfield’s airwaves. After 7 years, the eclectic, community-driven station is weeks from relaunch. Here’s what to expect.

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