Jacksonville natives Devin Smock and Samuel Watkins run Subterranean Sound and Vision. They talk to us about a feature length film that they are producing and directing called 'HOLLER'; a zombie movie with a twist.

Local Science Fiction Author Amanda LaMarca Speaks About Her Most Recent Book, "The Creators". She has a book signing on July 25th, 2026, at Harvest Market, 3001 Veterans Parkway, 62704, 11am-2pm.

ALL THE ANIMALS MADE IT THROUGH Jeff Cunningham with the Animal Protective League Brings Us an Update

Kimberly Cullen with Safe Families East Central Illinois Works to Keep Families Out of Foster Care System

Slow Food and Friends Potluck Dinner with Alana Rynolds and Maribel Cruz Hine birthday on SAA Campus, Condell Studio. 700 N. 4th St. Springfield, IL. July 10, 2026, 5 to 7:30 pm. All are welcome.

Illinois' music tells the story of our state. Discover how French Creole traditions, folk music, and river culture have helped shape Illinois and America for 250 years.Episode two of six in a special NPR Illinois series in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

Dave Kimsey and Nick Koch Bring Us Info on Chatham Jaycees Sweetcorn Festival. July, 17 and 18, 2026

Illinois 250 wants your story. Discover how 'Illinois Voices 250' is preserving the thoughts of everyday people for generations as America marks its anniversary. Episode one of six in a special NPR Illinois series in partnership with Illinois Humanities.

Bethany Sheppard Brings Nature and Art Together to Grow Bonny Grace and Florals

The Tony Award winning Broadway musical 1776 will be presented by the Hoogland Center for the Arts this week as part of the City of Springfield's America 250 celebration. The show will run July 1-5. The Wednesday through Friday performances will begin at 7:30pm, both weekend shows will be 2pm matinees. Craig was joined in studio by fellow casemates, Aasne Vigesaa who plays Abagail Adams and Jim Leach who takes on the role of John Hancock in the show. For more information and tickets visit: HCFTA.org