Summer Books For Kids; Illini 4000 & The Portraits Project
On the 21st: We heard recommendations for summer reading for kids, and spoke with college students who are biking across the country to raise awareness about cancer.
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The 21st’s Summer Book List (Vol. 2, Children’s Books)
List of Suggested Summer Reading for Children by Diane Foote, Curator, Butler Children’s Literature Center at Dominican University; and Jesse Wyer, Children's Services, Bloomington Public Library
Urbana Alderwoman Marlin Plans Mayoral Run
Ward 7 Alderwoman Diane Marlin says she wants to be become 'the city's biggest cheeleader,' and adopt a positive tone in launching her campaign for mayor. She admits the fight over property tax exemptions at the city's two hospitals are hurting finances, but also says it's taking up too much of the focus on the city.
Former WILL Radio Host Steve Shoemaker Offers Poetic Guide To Sin With New Book
Steve Shoemaker, a retired minister and former WILL-AM talk show host has published his first book of poetry, "A Sin A Week", devoted to short poems about sins that just about anyone might be capable of.
The Future For Coal In Illinois; In Running, Is Less More?
On the 21st: We discussed the current state of coal in Illinois and learned what the future may hold for the mining, production and use of coal in the state. Plus, when it comes to running, is shorter the new longer?
