PBS for Central Illinois
Digital TV Transition
Have you bought a converter box, but can't tune in WILL's digital signal? Or are you just trying to figure out the first steps to going digital? We can help!
The Latest from TV Worth Blogging
It's Hard to Let Go
Effective September 1, PBS dropped Mister Rogers' Neighborhood from its daily kids' lineup. WILL-TV is one of many public TV stations that will continue to air the series on a reduced basis, once a week. (We will air it Sundays at 7:00 am, beginning September 7.) Still, the decision to follow PBS' lead was not an easy one to make for this programmer; I count my one encounter with Fred Rogers as one of the highlights of my 44 years in this world.
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Illinois Gardener - Thursdays at 7 pm
Hanging Baskets
Hanging baskets are great for non-traditional gardens, on your porch, patio or any area that could accommodate the basket.
See more on the Illinois Gardener website
The Latest from Prairie Fire
Edgar Lee Masters; Vachel Lindsay; Carl Sandburg
WILL recreates imagery from the Spoon River Anthology and learns about its author, Edgar Lee Masters; we travel to Springfield and learn about the life and poetry of Vachel Lindsay; we wrap up our "Prairie Poets Special" by discussing the life and work of Carl Sandburg.
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From The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer
Picnics, Potlucks and Tailgates
7 pm Monday, Sept. 8, on WILL-TV
Fall in the air calls for food on the go!
Join David Inge and Doyle Moore as they help their guest cooks prepare a variety of dishes including apple pie cake, tailgate chili and picnic casserole.
Digital Television FAQ
Broadcast of analog TV in the United States ends on February 17, 2009. We have this new thing called Digital TV, which is even better than analog if you're set to receive it. Are you? Here are answers to key questions.
Where to find WILL Digital TV
Where to find WILL-TV's digital television channels over-the-air and on Cable TV systems
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