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On this week’s Out and About during Jazz Appreciation Month, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Dr. Todd Kelly and Jim Kidder about the Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra, performing this Sunday, April 16 at 3 p.m. at the Dingeldine Music Center.

In today's episode, you'll learn how the Peoria Park District is gearing up for upcoming summer projects and events. Plus, find out why a Bradley University professor is teaming up with filmmakers to shoot a mult-part documentary series on wildlife conservation in the Midwest.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the network of advocacy and legal aid agencies working to help Illinoisans secure expungement of cannabis-related criminal records. And learn how climate change is affecting the production of syrup in Central Illinois. Plus, on Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Dr. Todd Kelly and Jim Kidder about the Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Friday, April 14th. First, WCBU's Tim Shelley speaks with the company Wolf Carbon Solutions, to get more answers about the proposed carbon dioxide pipeline that would run through Peoria's BioUrja plant. Then, it's Jazz Appreciation Month! Learn more about a performance happening this weekend.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Friday, April 21st, 2023. First, a new regional talent attraction effort touted by business and philanthropic leaders, learn more about Choose Greater Peoria. Then, a new permanent art installation at the Peoria Heights Public Library, learn more about the sculptures from artist Preston Jackson.

In today's episode, WCBU examines Peoria County's S-T-I rates and the continuing initiatives to bring them down. And Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood says more people are overdosing on the drug "tranq" this year. Plus, on Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright talks with Jerry Kolb and artist Preston Jackson about the Peoria Heights Earth Day Garden Celebration.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Blues legend Buddy Guy about his career and upcoming stop at the Peoria Civic Center. And learn why Native American history may soon be a mandatory part of the curriculum in Illinois schools. Plus, on Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with George Stelluto, Music Director of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra, and vocalist Debbie Wileman about the final concert of the PSO’s 125th Season tomorrow

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Monday, April 24th, 2023. First, the administrator of the Federal Transit Administration tells WCBU's Tim Shelley what an infusion of money from bipartisan infrastructure legislation means for public transportation. Then, the Co-Chairs of the Peoria City/County Joint Commission on Racial Justice and Equity share some insights from their 30-page report, as well as next steps.

In today's episode, you'll hear about how a group of Hispanic Peoria business owners are putting on a new Cinco de Mayo bash. And, one of Central Illinois' larger banks has a new leader at the helm. J. Lance Carter, the incoming CEO of Heartland Bank and Trust speaks with Charlie Schlenker. Plus, on Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Madison Boedecker and Jarod Hazzard about Peoria Player’s upcoming production of the musical “The Wedding Singer."

On this week’s Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Madison Boedecker and Jarod Hazzard about Peoria Player’s upcoming production of the Tony nominated musical "The Wedding Singer,” directed by Robin Hunt.