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Steve Michaels

Community Voices contributor

Steve Michaels is a retired radio professional (Big Steve) who has worked at Decatur and other radio stations.

He's having fun contributing to Community Voices and helping us get to know more neighbors.

Arts & Life

APL trivia night to support our furry friends and what that funding does - Nov. 14

Steve Michaels

Jeff Cunningham, Springfield Animal Protective League Events Coordinator and Community Outreach Manager shares how to get your team signed up for APL Trivia Night Friday Nov. 14. This event is one of the most important fundraisers each year for this Sangamon County shelter which provides love and care to more than 2,000 animals every year.
Arts & Life

Thoughts on the end of the Lincoln penny before the Fall Coin Show - Nov. 9

Steve Michaels

Steve Mann shares his thoughts about the Lincoln penny no longer being minted.Mann is with the Central Illinois Numismatic Association and is the Show Chair for the 35th Annual Fall Coin Show November 9, at the Northfield Center in Springfield.