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The goal of the series is to increase the public’s awareness of disparities that exist in our own backyard and to encourage discussion and action to create a more just and equitable community.

The Illinois State Fair will once again host auto racing on August 21 and August 22, 2021. Adam Mackey with Track Enterprises spoke to Community Voices about racing and what to expect at the fair.

Students are heading back to classrooms. For many teachers, that brings mixed emotions. We'll hear how some educators are gearing up for the new school year.Health care professionals have had a difficult time with the pandemic. Now, with another COVID surge underway, we'll find out how they're holding up. And a small town plans to create a museum to honor the first Black man to cast a vote in Illinois. Those stories and more on this episode of Statewide.

The Springfield Sliders take to the field again. General Manager of the minor league team, Tod Miller, spoke to Community Voices about the team, upcoming promotions and if downtown could host a stadiu

Jordan and Aurora Coffey are the couple behind Luminary Kitchen & Provisions. They previously operated American Harvest but pivoted to owning a quick service restaurant during the pandemic. Their restaurant is known for their house-made and local products. The couple spoke to Community Voices about their careers and their plans for the future.

Alysia Callison is the Rock Springs Nature Center manager in Decatur. She spoke with Community Voices about the various recreational activities at the nature center as well as in the Macon County Conservation District.

Dave Heinzel is a local multimedia artist. During the pandemic he built white signs with the message "everything will be okay," which were located at multiple homes in the Springfield area. He spoke with Community Voices about the signs and his other creative projects.

Nicolas Paz is the owner of Aztca Mexican Grill. He spoke with Community Voices about his motivation to give back to his community and the challenges he has faced during the pandemic.

Michelle Knox is the owner of WindSolarUSA. She spoke with Community Voices about her surprising career change into the solar energy industry. She also breaks down how solar energy works and explains tax incentives for homeowners and business owners who install solar energy technology.

Tyler Pence is the head cross country and track coach at the University of Illinois Springfield. He spoke with Community Voices about his career and sticking with running after many injuries. He also qualified for the U.S. Olympic team trials and spoke about his plans for competing in the future.Originally aired Aug. 30, 2021