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Prairie Performances: The Danville Symphony Orchestra

The latest episode of Prairie Performances features a Danville Symphony Orchestra performance recorded in our Collins Studio, plus a conversation with Music Director Matthew Sheppard and a special surprise appearance.

Prairie Performances

Prairie Performances: Singing Beauty Against Discord

This week's special episode of Prairie Performances, we'll feature the classical music of Ukraine, and the role that Ukrainian artists play in the war.

Classic Mornings

Winners All Around

I can’t say it anymore.

Evening Concert

The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical

ILLINOIS CLASSICAL: The Evening Concert: DECEMBER 7 – 8 – 9 – 10 – 11 – 12, 2025

The 21st Show

What to know about getting health insurance through Illinois Marketplace

The Director of Get Covered Illinois discusses how to navigate the marketplace and answers questions about qualifications, deadlines, and available plans.

The 21st Show

The latest in health care policies and how it effects the everyday consumer

Health insurance is getting more expensive next year. Costs are rising for people on employer plans, Medicare, and especially for those who buy coverage through the Affordable…

The 217 Today Podcast

217 Today: Improved natural gas storage fields will save customers money, Ameren Illinois says

In today’s deep dive, Cold temperatures have already hit the St. Louis region. With that will come increased use of natural gas to heat homes. Ameren Illinois says…

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