In 1930, 27% of farmers had a radio set, while only 10% had electricity. Many farmers saw its immense value not only for connecting them with the world but also for protecting their livelihoods, and WILL has provided this vital resource for area farmers since the station’s inception.
Today, those in Central Illinois often look to WILL as a trusted source of local, state, and national news. But news wasn’t always a main focus of WILL. This began to change after WWII.
This year WILL celebrates a century of information, entertainment, and service to our community.
From music and ag reports to global news and local stories, listeners have been able to count on WILL for 100 years. This centennial is a milestone few public media stations in the country have met and is a once in a lifetime opportunity to share WILL's amazing story with the world.
