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Songs of the American Revolution
Enjoying The American Revolution? Take a deeper dive into the Revolutionary period from a unique angle — the role music played in this historic fight for independence. More functional than artistic, music served a special purpose by helping shape public sentiment during this formative period in our country's history.Latest News
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Classic Mornings
Clef Notes
Music in Jane Austen’s World
It’s a banner year for Jane Austen fans. Not only is it the author’s 250th birthday on December 16, but it is also the 30th anniversary of the BBC adaptation of…
Evening Concert
The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical
This Week On The Evening Concert: Sunday Nov. 16 - Friday Nov. 21, 2025
Music by Debussy, Dvorak, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich and others.
WILL AM
The 21st Show
Documenting free speech battles across the Midwest
Fee speech is a fundamental right in America, but it’s facing many challenges this year from the Trump administration to universities to television networks. A trio of…
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Nov. 20 – Nov. 23
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
The 21st Show
Sudanese-American artist raises awareness about country’s crisis through comedy
Sudanese-American comedian Samir Abdul shares his experience surviving the Darfur Genocide in the 2000's before coming to the U.S. as a refugee with his family eventually…
WILL TV
Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire: Season 3 - Episode 3 - Nov2025
We celebrate Prairie Fire’s Mid-America Regional Emmy® wins with a special edition of the show. We’ll go behind the scenes with the production team, hear from…
Mid-American Gardener
October 2025 Wrap-Up
We had back into the studio this month to show you some helpful ways to get ready for the winter!
State of Change
The state of the Illinois Prairie
State of Change 2025 looks at efforts to retain existing prairie in Illinois, as well as strategies to restore some areas to a more natural state.
