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The Wakery, a local business to serve non-alcoholic drinks late in the evening | Community Voices

The Wakery is a new business serving non-alcoholic cocktails in downtown Springfield, Ill.
Elizabeth Wake
The Wakery is a new business serving non-alcoholic cocktails in downtown Springfield, Ill.

Elizabeth Wake is the owner of Wakery, a local business serving non-alcoholic cocktails and drink options in downtown Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about starting her business at the Farmers Market and how the new brick and mortar location will be open to serve non-alcoholic drinks late into the evening.

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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