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Music has a long history of serving as a way to connect with people. Many times, it’s an extension of language, allowing us to communicate thoughts, feelings, and emotions just by listening.

The state's governor signed a bill into law that will require graduates to pass the same civics test given to candidates for U.S. citizenship. Similar measures are being considered in other states.

WCBU's On Deck podcast has everything you need to start your day for Friday, March 24, 2023. First, hear from the Peoria Prowlers roller derby team, raising awareness of their sport as they prepare to get back in action this weekend. Then, it's Out and About with Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright, learn about the unique exhibition of collage art on display at the Peoria Public Library.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, March 22nd. First, learn about major investments coming to East Peoria roads. Then, hear from current school board president and longest serving incumbent Martha Ross about her campaign for reelection to the Peoria Public Schools District Board.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, April 21. Our top story is about the lifting of mask mandates on airplanes flying out of the Peoria International Airport and on Peoria busses operated via CityLink. You’ll also hear about how a look at the DIY counterculture scene of the ‘80s and ‘90s took home this year’s Book of the Year award from the Illinois State Historical Society. In a re-air of a June 2021 interview, WCBU's Tim Shelley interviews “Punks in Peoria” co-authors Jonathan Wright and Dawson Barrett about the intermingling of music, culture, class, politics, and urban history in 20th century Peoria. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, April 5th, 2023. First, we'll round up results from the consolidate elections for city councils, school boards and even a mayor's office in the Greater Peoria area. Then, a conversation with Peoria County's Chief DEI Officer Andre Allen, with an update on the work he's done in the new position.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Tuesday, April 18th. First, the Illinois Senate Republican minority unveils a package of proposals to incentivize and grow state businesses. Then, the Peoria Area Association of Realtors speaks with WCBU's Tim Shelley about possible futures for the former sites of two schools on Peoria's south side.

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.

WCBU's On Deck podcast has everything you need to start your day for Thursday, May 18th, 2023. First, the Peoria Area Association of Realtors hosts a third roundtable on the future of the former McKinley and Harrison school sites. Then, Director of Airports Gene Olson talks about pandemic recovery and ongoing projects at the Peoria International Airport.

WCBU's On Deck podcast has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, May 31st, 2023. First, the Peoria Ag Lab makes a breakthrough on cat litter, how soybean hulls may be the key to less dust and odor. Then, it's "road construction" season in Illinois, hear from a Peoria County Highway Department engineer on the projects to look out for.