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Comedian Jeremy Nunes explains how a joke led him to become Mayor of Dawson | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Beatrice Bonner

Published September 2, 2022 at 11:37 AM CDT

Jeremy Nunes is a local comedian know for his "front porch" comedy.

Jeremy Nunes is a local comedian living in Riverton. He spoke to Community Voices about pursuing a career as a comedian, and how a joke led to his role as Mayor of Dawson, Ill.