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Sen. Steve McClure (R-Springfield) was ln Springfield's Morning News Wednesday to discuss welcoming NASCAR champion Justin Allgaier to the Capitol, one of his colleagues on trial for bribery, and the need for campaign finance reform in Illinois. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher joined Patrick in studio to discuss the future of the Wyndham Hotel, downtown struggles, and a tourism economy.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WAND-TV Statehouse reporter Mike Miletich joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the marathon of votes scheduled this week and the controversy over homeschooling legislation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Charlie Meier (R-Okawville) is among a group of House Republicans raising alarms about the Department of Human Services and Department of Children of Family Services. He joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the issues.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lee Enterprises statehouse reporter Brenden Moore joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss a week where 500 bills could be called in the House and what Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton is planning for 2026.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Congressman John Shimkus joins Patrick to discuss tariffs, our standing in the world, and the future of the GOP in Illinois. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Cyrus Winnett and Heather Burton  - IPHCA & Central Counties Health Centers   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitol News Illinois reporter Beth Hundsdorfer joins Patrick to talk about Scott's Law, the battle over homeschooling regulation, and a federal investigation into the Illinois Department of Human Services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Seidel, federal courts reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times, joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss the corruption trial of Sen. Emil Jones III (D-Chicago). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield Melissa Horn - Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce LaDonna Wilson and Sean Robb - Springfield Theatre Center's "Next To Normal" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On this episode of Business in the 217, Trent R. Nelson talks with: Jim Watts - ImpactLife Trent R. Nelson spoke with Jim Watts of ImpactLife about the joy of being kind to others, how the bank gives back to communities around the area and greater country when they're in trouble, donating blood in general, and what kind of positive incentive those who give the gift of life can receive across April...

Former Illinois Republican Party Chairman Don Tracy joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss GOP struggles in Tuesday's election and how the party moves forward in 2026.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Manufacturers' Association President & CEO Mark Denzler joined Springfield's Morning News to discuss President Trump's tariffs and what it means for Illinois business and manufacturing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Hart stops by to chat with Mike Wennmacher about what is coming up this month in the local arts and theater community.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trent R. Nelson speaks with CEO, and President Ryan McCrady, for their bi-weekly chat concerning the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: An update on all of the infrastructural innovations happening across the community State jobs and the impact of state money across o...

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with:  Cyrus Winnett and Heather Burton  - IPHCA & Central Counties Health Centers   For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Cyrus Winnett of the IPHA and Heather Burton of Central Counties Health Centers, who discussed healthcare access, affordable medicine prices, legislation that could imp...

Erik Davis, Managing Editor of Fandango.com stops by for his weekly chat. This week Erik joins us live from CinemaCon in Las Vegas. We discuss everything from John Wick 5, Jurassic World Rebirth to Superman and everything in between. We also discuss the new Minecraft movie starring Jack Black and Jason Mamoa opening this weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnys...

Chicago Tribune political reporter Dan Petrella joined Springfield's Morning News Thursday to discuss the rough night for Illinois Republicans in Tuesday's election and if they have a path forward.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sangamon County Democratic Party Chairman Bill Houlihan, who also sits on the State Democratic Central Committee and the Democratic National Committee, discussed Tuesday's results in Capital Township, with the Springfield School Board, and Democratic wins around the state.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Republican operative Collin Corbett joined Patrick to discuss the rough night Tuesday for Illinois Republicans and the path forward for the GOP into 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host speaks with: Lou Bart - YMCA Trent R. Nelson spoke with the Y's Lou Bart for their monthly chat concerning the upcoming schedule of events for the Y, and all the wonderful programs and opportunities that it provides for the community, its adults, and its children! Share and subscribe, and ensure that your neighbors and loved ones have...

Trent R. Nelson speaks with Michelle Ownbey, publisher of the Springfield Business Journal and Illinois Times, about the latest happenings in the Springfield business community and all of the relevant bits fit for the greater community to learn about. Topics Discussed In This Interview: A budget proposal before Illinois lawmakers would use $500 million to turn some of Illinois' biggest state-owned...

In this episode of Let's Talk...with Trent R. Nelson, our host talks with: Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield For this discussion, Trent R. Nelson enjoyed speaking with Amy Beadle of Visit Springfield concerning what's been going on across the community since last they sat down and spoke, how March went, and what to expect across all of April and even a bit of May as well! Share and subscribe, and ens...