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217 Today: There’s a growing call to restrict junk food purchases by SNAP users, but experts say it’s complex
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about proposed bills introduced this year in Congress that seek to restrict what SNAP recipients can buy.
The 217 Today Podcast
Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illinois unique with 217 Today.
217 Today: How a hidden box of love letters became a historical memoir of WWII
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new memoir from local author Larry Schnell that explores the little-known role of music in war.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Apr. 03 – Apr. 06
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about what is coming to Champaign County in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend celebrates its sixteenth year in April
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about what goes into preparing for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend and what it means for the community.
217 Today: Thousands of deceased donor kidneys are discarded. This organization hopes to revive them
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new Midwest-based organization trying to revive thousands of deceased donor kidneys that were discarded last year.
217 Today: Midwest light pollution kills migrating birds, but scientists know how you can help
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Midwest light pollution kills migrating birds and how people can help prevent it.
217 Today: Urbana couple cultivates healing and growth through nature at Ujima Retreat Center
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with an Urbana couple redefining what it means to learn, grow and heal together through nature.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Mar. 27 – Mar. 30
In today's deep dive, we'll learn what's coming to central Illinois in the world of art, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: Who is running in the April 1 Champaign Unit 4 school board race?
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about who is running in the April 1 Champaign Unit 4 school board race.
217 Today: Brown v. Board in Champaign-Urbana
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with locals and university faculty about what it was like growing up in the American education system post Brown v Board.
