PBS for Central Illinois
Live by Request: John Fogerty
8 pm Saturday on WILL-TV (repeated 10 pm)
You make the set list for rock legend John Fogerty!
Call in during the show—1-888-4-LIVEBY (888-454-8329)—to make a request. You might get to talk live on the air directly to John! Or email your request during the show to (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
The Latest from TV Worth Blogging
Closing Up (The New Yankee Work)shop
Last Friday afternoon brought news that long-running PBS how-to series The New Yankee Workshop has ceased production of new episodes. This announcement wasn't much of a surprise to me; I'd suspected as much ever since the previous season turned out to be all repeats. However, I expect it will be a blow to woodworking fans who've faithfully followed along with Norm Abram for 21 seasons.
Read more on TV Worth Blogging...
Illinois Gardener, 7 pm Thursdays
Answering Questions from Gardeners Across Illinois
Each week, host Dianne Noland and a panel of experts answer viewer questions about lawn and garden care. Because they share advice that's tailored to Illinois growing conditions, the information is always what you need to know, when you need to know it.
The Latest from Prairie Fire
Cape Horn Adventure; Paul Idleman
WILL takes to the seas to travel by boat around Cape Horn; we pay tribute to Paul Idleman and his career as rock and roll photographer.
“Red Grange Remembers” DVD Now Available!
Highlights and Reflections of Football’s First Superstar
WILL-TV’s newest production featuring never-before-broadcast portions of Grange’s last significant interview interspersed with photos and film of his career.
Buy the DVD and watch it anytime! Perfect for Illini and sports fans on your gift list! Or support WILL and receive the DVD.
Read more and watch a video clip.
Lincoln: Prelude to the Presidency
Abraham Lincoln’s experiences on muddy roads, in homes of friends and in courtrooms on Illinois’ Eighth Judicial Circuit shaped the views and honed the skills that guided him when he became president.
Buy the DVD, and watch bonus interviews and stories.
By the People: A Lincoln Portrait
Out of the mouths of central Illinoisans comes a series of moving tributes to Lincoln using the power of his own words. Thirteen video shorts are airing on WILL-TV. Click on the link below to watch them.
Memorial Stadium: True Illini Spirit
Football legends ... architectural pioneers ... war heroes ... and steadfast Illini spirit. The surprising history of Memorial Stadium.
Visit the Memorial Stadium: True Illini Spirit Web site
Digital TV Transition
Are you having trouble receiving WILL’s digital signal? Trying to figure out if you need a new antenna? We can help!
Digital Television FAQ
WILL-TV ended its analog TV broadcasts on March 31, 2009. Here are answers to key questions about receiving digital TV.
