Springfield

The Illinois Human Rights Commission ruled that the City of Springfield’s denial of treatment for gender dysphoria appears to have violated the state’s Human Rights Act.

Horace Mann is a national insurance company with roots in Springfield, Ill. Ryan Greenier, the Principal Officer of the Horace Mann Educators Foundation, spoke to Community Voices about the history of the company and its interest in educators. He also shared the programs and ways Horace Mann helps teachers invest in themselves, as well as ways educators can reach out to the community to invest in their classrooms.

Ryan McCrady, president and CEO, Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, joins Community Voices to discuss the new job tools the organization is providing along with updating the work SSGA is doing to increase economic development in the area.

Horace Mann is a national insurance company with roots in Springfield, Ill. Ryan Greenier, the Principal Officer of the Horace Mann Educators Foundation, spoke to Community Voices about the history of the company and its interest in educators. He also shared the programs and ways Horace Mann helps teachers invest in themselves, as well as ways educators can reach out to the community to invest in their classrooms.

Area musician and writer Amy Benton writes with Nashville friends and Springfield resources like the Springfield Area Arts Council. Look for Amy Benton on your music streaming service, around town, and at AmyBenton.com.

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.

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.

Ryan McCrady, president and CEO, Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, joins Community Voices to discuss the new job tools the organization is providing along with updating the work SSGA is doing to increase economic development in the area.

An interview with Capital City Toastmasters Treasurer Kathy Brennan.

Keena Small, mother of Gregory Small, Jr., said the charge against him is being used to justify the narrative the police officer was right to shoot him.