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The 217 Today Podcast

Society EN ↓ 59 episoder

Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illinois unique with 217 Today.

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Illinois Public Media - WILL

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Society

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will.illinois.edu

Siste episode

13. mar 2026

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Episoder

217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Dec. 18 – Dec. 21 18.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.

217 Today: New Illinois Farm Bureau president wants to restore communication and credibility for the venerable organization 17.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, the Illinois Farm Bureau is ushering in a  new leadership, we’ll  hear more from Philip Nelson who won the election.

217 Today: With a federal tax credit ending early, installing home solar is about to get more expensive 16.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, a federal incentive for homeowner solar is rapidly expiring. Congress voted this summer to eliminate the tax credit at the end of this year. But people in the solar industry remain optimistic.

217 Today: Declining attendance & rising maintenance costs bring an end to a historic church building in Champaign 15.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, as church attendance declines in the U.S., some congregations are finding it difficult to maintain their historic buildings.

217 Today: Advocates for Aging Care pushes for solutions as Champaign County faces skilled nursing bed shortage 12.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, Champaign County has one of the worst skilled nursing care shortages in the state. It means sometimes, people have to drive hours to see their loved ones.

217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Dec. 11 – Dec. 14 11.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, we’ll hear what’s coming to the central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture, and entertainment.

217 Today: Improved natural gas storage fields will save customers money, Ameren Illinois says 10.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, Cold temperatures have already hit the St. Louis region. With that will come increased use of natural gas to heat homes. Ameren Illinois says changes to their local gas storage fields will help save customers money.

217 Today: Cottonseeds are loaded with protein. Could these seeds become a new food source? 09.12.2025

In today's deep dive, cottonseeds could help reduce hunger and add new revenue for farmers. One researcher has been working for decades to make edible seeds a reality.  

217 Today: Champaign’s only low-barrier shelter is at risk of closing. Some guests are worried 08.12.2025

In today’s deep dive, the only low-barrier shelter in Champaign-Urbana is at risk of closing. Some guests worry they’ll end up on the streets.

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