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Gil Opferman is a local beekeeper and former educator. He visited Community Voices to speak about his hobby. He also explained the inner workings of a bee swarm and provided some tips to keep bees healthy.

Mike George has a collection of military aircraft which he shares with the public at the Air Combat Museum. He spoke with Community Voices about the history of the planes on display and the importance of remembering our military history.

Front Row Classics is about to take you on a journey through "Dark City" this week. We're thrilled to welcome back the "Czar of Noir" himself, Eddie Muller, to discuss one of our favorite genres. Eddie has recently released a revised and expanded edition of his book, "Dark City: The Lost World of Film Noir." The book covers the various destinations and colorful characters one comes across when traveling through the world of Noir. Brandon and Eric are thrilled to discuss many of Noir's famous & infamous people and places with one of the genre's foremost experts.

The Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault (PCASA) is working to prevent sexual violence through education. Deb Bonner, preventionist and community advocate for PCASA, spoke with Community Voices about the different programs the organization provides, starting a new podcast and helping the community during the pandemic.

Shad Little is a wind farmer and project developer at Enel, a renewable energy company. On Community Voices he explains the science behind wind energy and what the future of renewable energy may look like.

After more than a year of being closed, the Kidzeum of Health and Science has reopened. Executive Director Leah Wilson spoke with Community Voices about the challenges of being closed and reopening with safety precautions in place.

Reggie Guyton is a local actor and director. He spoke with Community Voices about using storytelling to build better understanding and diversity in the theatre community. He shared his experience of directing "Memphis" and his plans to direct "Gem of the Ocean."

Comedy is returning to Springfield. Donnie B, well-known for booking stand up comedians in Springfield, spoke with Community Voices about upcoming comedy shows in town.

The Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Center for Rural Health and Social Services Development is helping rural communities by providing support to farmers through the Farm Family Resource Initiative. Karen Stallman, agriculture resource specialist at SIU School of Medicine Center for Rural Health and Social Service Development, explained the program on Community Voices.

Kristen Kraus is a personal trainer at the YMCA. She spoke with Community Voices about her inspiration for becoming a trainer and the importance of exercise.