Prairie Performances: The Danville Symphony Orchestra
On this week's episode of Prairie Performances, we are featuring a live concert from the Danville Symphony Orchestra, recorded here in the Collins Studio!
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Mister Rogers: It’s You I Like
Premiering in 2018, the documentary celebrated the 50th anniversary of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. A host of celebrities provide a heartfelt tribute to the pioneering PBS series that became an inconic and enduring landmark in the world of children's television.Latest News
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Prairie Performances
Afternoon at the Opera
Afternoon at the Opera: Strauss’ Arabella
This week on Afternoon at the Opera, it's Strauss’ Arabellathe as performed by Vienna State Opera Chorus and Orchestra, this Saturday at Noon.
Evening Concert
The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical
ILLINOIS CLASSICAL: The Evening Concert: NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5, 2025
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The 21st Show
The penny’s dead. Your credit card might cost more. What now?
The penny is history, and retailers across the country are trying to figure out how to adapt. Meanwhile, a settlement between credit card companies and merchants could mean…
The 21st Show
Author charts path for revival of Congress
Philip A. Wallach is the author of the book "Why Congress", which was released in 2023 and is still relevant today. In the book, Wallach argues that the future…
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Transgender people are looking for safer places to live. Some have found a home in central Illinois
In today’s deep dive, the political climate in some states has encouraged hostility towards trans people. It's causing some to leave in search of more…
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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.
