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On Deck has everything you need to know for Tuesday, January 4. Our top story is about snow and ice removal efforts following this weekend’s snow storm. You’ll also hear about the Center for Youth and Family Services’ COVID-19 relief program. WBCU’s Jody Holtz interviews CYFS Community Development director Jeff Turnbull and Program Director for Community Volunteerism Jenny Lee about the center’s 2022 plans for helping those in need. On Deck is produced by WCBU intern Holden Kellogg.

On today's episode, you'll learn about Veloxity Labs, a new biotech startup founded here in Peoria. Plus, an interview with the head of the state's new Office of Firearm Violence Prevention. And you'll hear an update on plans to convert the former seven-story Methodist College building in downtown Peoria into units for families experiencing homelessness.

On today's episode, the Peoria-based Center for Youth and Family Solutions looks to build an army of volunteers to help during COVID-19. Plus, hear from the authors of a new book about implicit bias in education. And you'll meet Josh Osborn, the Navy veteran turned ecologist who leads the waterfowl aerial inventories from the Forbes Biological Station in Havana.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Cal Thomas, Springfield Clinic's vice president of business development and marketing, about their business model and why they're expanding in Peoria. Plus, you'll hear an interview with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali and get an update on long-range planning in the City of Washington.

On Deck has everything you need to know for Wednesday, January 5. Our top story is about the status of the Tazewell County salt dome after a wind storm destroyed the dome’s roof. You’ll also hear about the city of Washington’s 25-year comprehensive plan. WBCU correspondent Tim Alexander interviews the city’s Jon Oliphant about upcoming projects in the pipeline. On Deck is produced by WCBU intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, January 7. Our top story is about conditions inside Unity Point and OSF Healthcare as the county's ICU bed availability falls to 11%. You’ll also hear about how December was an exceptionally warm month for the state. WCBU's Tim Shelley interviews Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford about why that's symptomatic of the long-term trend of warming winters. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, February 7. Our top story is about how last week’s winter snow storm affected one family-owned towing company. You'll also hear about a new book recently published by Methodist College professor Joel Shoemaker. WCBU’s Jody Holtz interviews the Peoria author about how the novella explores sexuality and religion in a light-hearted manner. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On today's episode, a special from our partners at Illinois Lawmakers, who recap this week's State of the State address and budget proposal in Springfield.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, host Jenn Gordon is joined by Travis Olson to talk about Peoria Players current production, "The SpongeBob Musical."Unabashedly optimistic and surprisingly inspirational, the show is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg, and includes original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Lady Antebellum, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, They Might Be Giants, David Bowie and many more. The show runs Feb. 4-6 and Feb. 9-12 at Peoria Players Theatre. For tickets and more information visit Peoria Players Theatre.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Planning and Zoning Board chairman Michael Wiesehan about the torrent of short-term rental applications. Plus, an interview about kidney health with Rhonda Smith, an advocate for the central Illinois chapter of The Links Inc. And learn about the two Peoria Park District facilities on the South Side that will see major upgrades soon.