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Community Voices is seeking a co-host/editor to join Jeff Williams and Randy Eccles in getting to know our neighbors and more. Apply by May 25, 5 p.m.

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R&B Live Ladies Edition singing the dream in central Illinois - Oct. 26

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Randy Eccles

Published September 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM CDT

R&B Live Ladies Edition performing on stage — R&B Live Ladies Edition

Elnora Brooks and Calia Cole join Community Voices to share the work of R&B Live Ladies Edition and to elevate R&B in the central Illinois music scene.

Calia Cole and Elnora Brooks in NPR Illinois Studio A

The next chance to see R&B Live Ladies Edition is:

Halloween Edition - tickets
Oct. 26, 6 p.m. Curve Inn, 3219 S 6th St Rd, Springfield IL