Day Sponsorship

Support for NPR Illinois comes from day sponsors Audrey Bellot and Marjory Clements Rudiak, in memory of NPR supporter and single-malt scotch lover, Dayle Clements, on her 71st birthday. 

Dayle was witty and dry, with an irreverent sense of humor and unmistakable laugh -- thanks for a lifetime of shocking wait staff and making us giggle during Mass! Happy Birthday, Mom.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day sponsors, David and Mary Caroline Mitchell, in appreciation of the live broadcast of the Service of Nine Lessons and Carols from Cambridge England, an important holiday tradition for our family and friends.  Wishing peace on earth and goodwill to all.  

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you, and Day Sponsors Cathy and Phil Gonet in memory of good friend, UIS Alum, and strong supporter of NPR Illinois, Bill Hall who would be 74 today.

Happy birthday, Bill! 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsors, Rich and Dana Saal in celebration of Erin and Julie's Birthday. Happy Birthday, Erin and Julie!

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsor, Winnie Tuthill, noting the Springfield Choral Society’s presentation of Handel’s “Messiah”, Dr. Abby Musgrove conducting. This Saturday night at 7:30 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Tickets at the door or at SpringfieldChoralSociety.org.

Support from listeners like you and Day Sponsors, Kathy Shepard & Mark Smith, noting the Springfield Choral Society’s presentation of Handel’s “Messiah”, Dr. Abby Musgrove conducting. This Saturday night at 7:30 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Tickets at the door or at Springfield Choral Society.org.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsor, Bill Holland, saluting volunteers at The Children's Holiday Store at Fairhills Mall in Springfield, which supports Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery and its care of children in crisis. Details at miniobeirne.org. 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsors Mike and Nancy Zimmers, saluting volunteers at the Children's Holiday Store at Fairhills Mall in Springfield which supports Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery and its care of children in crisis.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsors Donna Lerch and Patrick Foster in memory of Paul Lerch on the 59th anniversary of his birth.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the Day Sponsorship of Charles Kurfman on his and his wife Amy’s 28th wedding anniversary--Thank you, Amy, for 28 wonderful years. We have  been blessed with 4 awesome kids: Lily, A.J., Emma and Liam and I look forward to many more happy years together.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you, and Day Sponsor Diana DeWeese announcing the Abraham Lincoln Unitarian Universalist Congregation’s Arts and Crafts Fair November 16, 2019 from 9-3 with a preview night featuring a soup dinner for purchase November 15, 2019 from 6-8pm.

More info at ALUUC.org

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the Day Sponsorship of Clark and Barb Germann; celebrating the August 17th marriage of their niece Katie Mayes to Michael Welin, and the newlyweds generous request of ‘no gifts’ but rather for friends to please donate to NPR Illinois.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners, like you, and Day Sponsor, Mark Russillo, commemorating 20 years of partnership with the comely, argent-haired Thea Chesley: "Of all the film noir scenes, in all the local Midwestern gin joints; you walked into mine. Happy Anniversary, Thea Chesley!"

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the day sponsorship of Karen Penning. 

Matt Penning loved to listen to NPR Illinois. He enjoyed and respected the NPR Illinois staff.  Matt felt privileged to be a part of it through his support of the station and Public Radio. Remembering Matt today on his birthday, and being thankful for the love and beauty he brought into our lives and into this world.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the day sponsorship of Mike and Amy Jackson, recognizing the birthday of Julius Rosenwald, born in 1862 in Springfield. America's first social philanthropist, Julius championed African American education. A study bill to create a Julius Rosenwald national park has been introduced by Senator Durbin. Happy Birthday, Mr. Rosenwald.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from Donna Povse in memory of Paul Povse on his birthday. 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsor Curt Evoy. Remembering his niece Stacey on her 30th birthday. Cystic Fibrosis needs a cure-information available at CFF.org.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Rachel Pevey, in memory of her mother Deborah Smith on her 70th birthday. Deborah believed in the mission of public broadcasting to create a more informed and engaged public.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Michael Orr recognizing 65 years of senior living at the Communities of the Illinois Presbyterian Home. More info at 217-546-5622 and iphcommunities.org. 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the Day Sponsorship of Lisa Rusher, celebrating the life of Lawrence Roerig June 22nd at Cafe Moxo from 5pm to 8pm. 

Support comes from NPR Illinois listeners, like you, and Day Sponsor Melissa Hostetter, wishing her husband Erik a very happy birthday! Happy Birthday, Erik!

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the bequest of Phillip E. Bornstein, M.D. in honor of the Flag of the United States of America which gave his emigrant parents asylum and opportunity. 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the Day Sponsorship of Jay Mogerman. The Mogerman Family wishes Happy Birthday to Susan Mogerman who remains safe, comfortable, and loved. Although she can't remember, we can! Happy Birthday, Susan! 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Blake Roderick. Celebrating 100 Years of Farm Bureau in Pike County with Ken Bradbury’s play, Lilacs, Land & Long-Necked Chickens. Information about this weekend’s performances at go.uis.edu/chickens.

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners like you and Day Sponsor Curt Evoy. Remembering his niece Stacey and all who fight Cystic Fibrosis as Cystic Fibrosis Awarenes Month ends. Information available at CFF.org 

Support for NPR Illinois comes from listeners, like you, and Day Sponsor Mark Grant, in celebration of 31 wonderful years married to his love and muse - Deborah Cavanaugh-Grant!

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the day sponsorship of Calendar Club members Jeannine and John Rude, retiring from the Meridian School District after 54 years of combined service. Happy retirement!

Support for NPR Illinois comes from the day sponsorship of James and Brenda Yale, fondly remembering the late Ken Bradbury. Ken’s final work, Branson Bound, will be presented April 26-28th at Jacksonville’s Lovejoy Hall. A celebration of life will follow Sunday’s matinee performance. More information at 217-473-4735.