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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, December 9th. You'll hear about a new cannabis dispensary potentially coming to East Peoria, and on this week's episode of Out and About, Artistic Director Ian Thatcher and Executive Director Wendy Thomasson join host Jenn Gordon to talk about the Peoria Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, December 14th. You'll hear about a new law that might require an update to your smoke detectors come January 1st. Plus, The USS East Peoria is back at the Festival of Lights...and it's brighter than ever.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, December 19th. You'll hear about the likelihood the Peoria area will see a white Christmas this holiday season, plus two teams of Peoria area axe throwers recap their time at the 20-22 World Axe Throwing Championships.

In today's episode, you'll hear about a new organization getting involved in Tazewell County school board races by recruiting school board candidates who will, as they say, restore parental rights and protect children. Plus, Dr. Joseph Henry and guest artist Angela Born from the Peoria Area Civic Chorale join Jenn Gordon to talk about An American Family Christmas on this week's episode of Out and About.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Bradley University journalism professor Sara Netzley on why trust in the news media is on the decline...and what that means for society. And learn how a quilt can be more than just a textile. Plus, a conversation with Peoria City councilman Kiran Velpula as WCBU concludes our installment of interviews with at-large council candidates.

In today's episode, you'll hear about how the son of the woman who started Peoria's Cookie Shack is continuing his mother's sweet legacy. And a new internship program at Bradley University is allowing students to work on Capitol Hill with expenses paid. Plus on Out and About, Peoria Symphony Orchestra Music Director Maestro George Stelluto talks about the PSO’s upcoming annual Romance concert.

In today's episode, you'll hear a breakdown of Governor JB Pritzker's State of the State Address...and his priorities for the upcoming year. And learn more about how things are changing as Peoria County Animal Protection Services adopts a more proactive approach. Plus, an in depth look at how people are traveling around the Peoria area.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, February 10th, 2023. First you'll hear from local business leaders about the potential benefits of a new Amazon building in North Pekin. Plus, love is in the air for the Peoria Symphony Orchestra, details on their annual romance concert from Out and About.

In today's episode, you'll hear about how you can enjoy Valentine's Day even if you're not in a romantic relationship. And we check in with an East Peoria flower farmer about her process and what to consider before buying a bouquet on love day. Plus, an interview with Peoria city council at-large candidate Dr. Bernice Gordon-Young.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, February 15th, 2023. You'll hear about the climate changes making Illinois warmer and wetter. Plus, a conversation from our new podcast, Broad Expressions, about public trust in American media.