Episodios

  • There's a theme to this gathering of The Micah Walk Band

    There's a theme to this gathering of The Micah Walk Band
    May 22 2025
    Community Voices has a new theme thanks to the Micah Walk Band dusting off the masters and stripping the vocals from their song, Last One Home. The band shares what they have been up to since playing together.
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  • Springfield’s new cultural arts magazine celebrates local creativity

    Springfield’s new cultural arts magazine celebrates local creativity
    May 22 2025
    Monica Zanetti Reed is the founder of the Springfield Cultural Arts Foundation and the owner of Wild Rose Artisans Gallery & Boutique. Kristen Chiaro is a board member of the foundation. They spoke to Community Voices about the mission behind the Springfield Cultural Arts Foundation and its magazine, which uplifts local artists. They discuss the magazine’s rich content—from artist interviews to recipes and skincare tips—and share plans for a cultural street festival. They also share an update on Wild Rose boutique and how businesses are faring in the downtown area.
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    17 m
  • Ann Comerford expresses the importance of community and third places

    Ann Comerford expresses the importance of community and third places
    May 20 2025
    Ann Comerford is the Associate Vice Chancellor for Auxiliary Services for the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield. Ann came to campus in 2017 to open the UIS Student Union, which officially opened a year later. Ann spoke to Community Voices about her journey into higher education, the purpose of student unions on college campuses, and the importance of community.
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    17 m
  • What families need to know: Special education law with Attorney Matt Cohen

    What families need to know: Special education law with Attorney Matt Cohen
    May 20 2025
    Matt Cohen is an attorney and founder of Matt Cohen & Associates. He specializes in special education, disability rights, and human services law. He spoke to Community Voices about the history of special education laws in Illinois, challenges that schools and families face, and gives his opinion on how the dismantlement of the Department of Education would affect education and kids with disabilities. Matt also gives advice on how families of children with special needs should navigate the school system. Learn more about the resources Matt Cohen & Associates have to offer here.
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    23 m
  • Meet Julie Pryde, the 2025 University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award recipient

    Meet Julie Pryde, the 2025 University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award recipient
    May 8 2025
    Julie Pryde is the administrator of the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District. She is a UIS Master of Public Health graduate and the 2025 University of Illinois Alumni Humanitarian Award recipient. She spoke to Community Voices about what led her to public health, the evolution of HIV/AIDS medications and education, and attitudes toward immunizations. Julie also shared her approach to humor and provided insight into how she makes health information accessible for all ages.
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    33 m
  • Answering your pressing questions about the state of NPR Illinois

    Answering your pressing questions about the state of NPR Illinois
    May 6 2025
    May 1 - May 2 were Public Media Giving Days and the start of NPR Illinois' Spring Fund Drive. There has been talk about the uncertainty of public media funding, which has left many listeners and donors questioning why. NPR Illinois General Manager Randy Eccles and NPR Illinois Director of Development Kate McKenzie spoke with Bea Bonner about the spring fund drive, station funding, and insight into the uncertainty of defunding the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).
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    17 m
  • Why libraries are still relevant in the digital era

    Why libraries are still relevant in the digital era
    May 5 2025
    Williamsville Public Library & Museum Director Natalie Albers explaines why libraries are relevant in the digital age.
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    17 m
  • Leo Wilder shares their vision for inclusive education at Pride Learning Academy

    Leo Wilder shares their vision for inclusive education at Pride Learning Academy
    May 2 2025
    Mx. Leo Wilder is the founder of Pride Learning Academy, a microschool intended to better meet the needs of students. Wilder spoke to Community Voices about his inspiration behind starting the academy and how the school can prevent bullying, promote outdoor activities, support mental health, accommodate diverse learners and prepare students with practical skills.For more information about Pride Learning Academy visit: https://www.pridelearningacademy.com/
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    23 m
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