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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.

In today's episode, you'll hear a conversation with new Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias about how he wants to modernize the office. And learn about a new memorial honoring Nance Legins-Costley, the first person freed from slavery through the actions of Abraham Lincoln. Plus, hear why a Morton native decided now was the right time to open a yoga trapeze studio in Peoria.

On this episode of Mother's War on Violence, host Yolanda Wallace speaks with Dr. Francesca Armmer about African American health. Armmer teaches nursing at Bradley University, and is also a member of the Peoria County Board of Health.

In today's episode, you'll hear how the Peoria Police Department is trying to recruit more women. And get a closer look at the changing face of high school Future Farmers of America programs. Plus on Postmark Peoria, learn about a Black farmer's experiences starting up an agricultural operation from scratch.

On this week's episode of Out and About, WCBU's Jody Holtz is joined by assistant director Michelle Tipsword, stage manager Chris Peterlin, and actor Ryan Salisbury to talk about Corn Stock Theatre's upcoming production of She Kills Monsters.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Thursday, March 8th, 2023. First, Pekin mayoral candidate Becky Cloyd is facing questions over her vote to sell a piece of city-owned property to one of her campaign donors, hear her response. Then, a new program could create a revenue stream for the Peoria Fire Department, hear from Chief Shawn Sollberger on how it works.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a Bradley University professor on why women and minorities haven't seen equal representation in sports films. And learn more about why the Illinois Arts Council Agency's leadership recently visited Peoria. Plus, Congressman Eric Sorensen weighs in on a controversial carbon capture pipeline concept that would run through his district.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Dr. Francesca Armmer of Bradley University speak with Mother's War on Violence host Yolanda Wallace about African American Health. Then, a longtime Peoria meteorologist has some positive predictions for farmers this year. Plus, hear from Peoria District 150 School Board candidate Keisha Alexander.