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Experts are seeing a spike in young people threatening to harm themselves and others. Some struggle with severe developmental disabilities. The problem has worsened during the pandemic with treatment facilities at capacity and short on staff. We have a report.And we examine the history of religious exemptions to vaccines. Those stores and more on this episode of Statewide.

Annabelle Reeder is a young filmmaker whose short film "The Baking Competition" was recently featured at the Route 66 International Film Festival. Craig McFarland spoke with Reeder about how she got into filmmaking and her plans for the future.

Front Row Classics celebrates the holiday season with some of the most festive movies from the last century. Brandon welcomes back celebrated film historian and author, Jeremy Arnold to discuss his book, "Christmas in the Movies: 30 Classics to Celebrate the Season." The book covers classic holiday films from the thirties through the early 2000s. Brandon and Jeremy discuss behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes from many well-known yuletide favorites. The interview also spotlights some unknown or unusual picks that may inspire you to give them a view this December.

As AIDS cases first began showing up in Illinois, the disease was a mystery. As part of our series AIDS At 40, we look back to the beginning, the fear and the stigma. Several communities in the Midwest are trying to pump up their economies by offering incentives to get people to move there. We'll find out how that's working. And with the eviction moratorium expired, many are at risk of being displaced. We get an update from one county. Those stories and more on Statewide.

Brynna Wilson is one of the women behind Green Haven in Jacksonville, Ill. The store sells eco-friendly products. The store also carries zero-waste products. Wilson spoke with Community Voices about how the business started and how products are curated.

Beyond the Mouse has been looking forward to bringing you this interview for a long time. Saul Blinkoff has worked in multiple roles throughout the Disney company. He was involved in the College Program at Disney’s MGM Studios. He worked as an animator during the Disney Renaissance on films like Mulan and Pocahontas. He then moved onto the director’s chair bringing us such films as "Kronk’s New Groove." In addition to his work with Disney, Netflix and DreamWorks, Saul has his own podcast "Life of Awesome." He was so generous with his time, and we were able to discuss a lot of his career with him. He is one of the best storytellers we’ve had the chance to speak with on this podcast. Be sure to check out his podcast as soon as the interview is over!Saul’s Website: http://www.saulblinkoff.com

Reverend Susan Phillips is the pastor at First Presbyterian Church in downtown Springfield. She spoke with Community Voices about how her diversity in experiences has shaped her ministry. She also shared the nearly 200-year history of First Presbyterian Church as well as the remodeling of the building to make it more accessible.

Shatriya Smith is a poet and the executive director of the Garvey-Tubman Cultural Arts and Research Center. She spoke with Community Voices about her family's history in Springfield and how she uses poetry to manage anxiety and frustrations. She also recited her favorite poem "home" and gave an update on her upcoming poetry books.

Darcy Darland won best bartender in the Illinois Times 2021 "Best of Springfield" contest. She spoke with Community Voices about her career in bartending. She also shared the importance of connecting with the people she serves and gives advice for those interested in bartending.

The Hindu Temple of Greater Springfield has a new facility in Chatham, Ill. Dr. Kamal Chopra and Ramaa Raghuraman spoke with Community Voices about the opening of the facility and the welcome they have received from the community. They also invited the community to visit the new location and explained the many services the temple plans to offer.Originally aired November 30, 2021.