In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Justin Mason - ABC of Springfield
Ryan McCrady - Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Justin Mason - <a href="https://abcos.wildapricot.org/">ABC of Springfield</a></li>
<li>Ryan McCrady - <a href="https://www.thriveinspi.org/">Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: ABC of Springfield and 

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield 
Betsy Dollar - The Springfield Art Association
Amy Beadle - CILCSA

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Amy Beadle - <a href="https://visitspringfieldillinois.com/">Visit Springfield </a></li>
<li>Betsy Dollar - <a href="https://www.springfieldart.org/">The Springfield Art Association</a></li>
<li>Amy Beadle - <a href="https://www.cilcsa.org/">CILCSA</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: Visit Springfield, SAA, and CILCSA

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Becky Simon - Illinois League of Women Voters
Tara Nickerson - Special Olympics of Illinois
Sara C. Bronin - Professor and Author of "Key To The City"

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Becky Simon - <a href="https://www.lwvil.org/">Illinois League of Women Voters</a></li>
<li>Tara Nickerson - <a href="https://www.soill.org/">Special Olympics of Illinois</a></li>
<li>Sara C. Bronin - <a href="https://wwnorton.com/books/key-to-the-city">Professor and Author of "Key To The City"</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: ILWV, SOILL, & Professor Sara C. Bronin

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Caitlyn Becker, Brittany Robinson, Hannah Goss - Bloom Wine Bar & Florals
Special Agent Nathan - FBI Springfield Field Office

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Caitlyn Becker, Brittany Robinson, Hannah Goss - <a href="https://www.bloomspringfield.com/">Bloom Wine Bar &amp; Florals</a></li>
<li>Special Agent Nathan - <a href="https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/springfield">FBI Springfield Field Office</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: Bloom Wine & Florals, and Springfield FBI Special Agent Nathan talks cybersecurity safety

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Penny Powell - Fifth Street Renaissance

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Penny Powell - <a href="https://www.fsr-sara.org/">Fifth Street Renaissance</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: Fifth Street Renaissance

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Gavin Shevlin - A Taste of Ireland
Wayne Tuttle - Lucid Nightmare Productions
Jeremy Dauber - Professor and Author Jeremy Dauber

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Gavin Shevlin - <a href="https://tickets-center.com/search/Sangamon-Auditorium-at-UIS-Performing-Arts-Center/A-Taste-of-Ireland-tickets/?venueId=3268&amp;performerId=184366&amp;venueName=Sangamon+Auditorium+at+UIS+Performing+Arts+Center&amp;performerName=A+Taste+of+Ireland&amp;vaid=2425&amp;pfaid=113817&amp;tagid=101&amp;nid=1&amp;accid=2750581513&amp;campaignid=20540529282&amp;adgroupid=170463475910&amp;cid=711566209421&amp;akwd=a%20taste%20of%20ireland&amp;mt=e&amp;network=g&amp;dist=s&amp;adposition=&amp;device=c&amp;ismobile=false&amp;devicemodel=&amp;placement=&amp;target=&amp;random=13098937613773520353&amp;loc_physical_ms=9022633&amp;loc_interest_ms=&amp;exid=&amp;fiid=&amp;vx=0&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw99e4BhDiARIsAISE7P8OWAw56dYhkZjP9fOkoA6kFTHExMJMYILE0h_ieRzjpUhbI_Cdf30aAvKTEALw_wcB">A Taste of Ireland</a></li>
<li>Wayne Tuttle - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Lucid-Nightmare-Productions-100063305763113/">Lucid Nightmare Productions</a></li>
<li>Jeremy Dauber - <a href="https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/jeremy-dauber/american-scary/9781643753560/">Professor and Author Jeremy Dauber</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: A Taste of Ireland, Lucid Nightmare Productions, and Author and Professor Jeremey Dauber

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Nick Gentile, Bailey Woolsey, and Oliva Lohse - RISE Springfield
Jerry Curry - Mary Bryant Home For The Blind
Butch Elzea - First Citizens Award
Elizabeth Wake - The Wakery

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<ul>
<li>Nick Gentile, Bailey Woolsey, and Oliva Lohse - <a href="https://www.gscc.org/rise/">RISE Springfield</a></li>
<li>Jerry Curry - <a href="http://www.marybryanthome.org/">Mary Bryant Home For The Blind</a></li>
<li>Butch Elzea - <a href="https://www.firstcitizenaward.org/">First Citizens Award</a></li>
<li>Elizabeth Wake - <a href="https://www.springfieldwakery.com/">The Wakery</a></li>
</ul>
</ul>

Talk of the Town:  RISE, Mary Bryant Home For The Blind, First Citizens Award and The Wakery

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Austin Simmons & Autumn Gwinn - Vegan Chef Challenge
Caren Mansfield - Dana-Thomas House Foundation

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Austin Simmons &amp; Autumn Gwinn - <a href="https://veganchefchallenge.org/springfield/">Vegan Chef Challenge</a></li>
<li>Caren Mansfield - <a href="https://dana-thomas.org/dana-thomas-house-foundation/">Dana-Thomas House Foundation</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: Local Vegan Chef Challenge & the DTHF

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Ryan McCrady - Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Ryan McCrady - <a href="https://www.thriveinspi.org/living-in-spi/">Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: SSGA's Ryan McCrady

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
Liz Bron - EAA Chapter 770 Member
Lou Bart - YMCA
Amy Beadle - Visit Springfield

In this episode of Talk Of The Town, Trent R. Nelson talks with:
<ul>
<li>Liz Bron - <a href="https://chapters.eaa.org/eaa770">EAA Chapter 770 Member</a></li>
<li>Lou Bart - <a href="https://www.springfieldymca.org/">YMCA</a></li>
<li>Amy Beadle - <a href="https://www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/">Visit Springfield</a></li>
</ul>

Talk of the Town: EAA Chapter 770, YMCA, Visit Springfield

Each week, Talk Of The Town takes an in-depth look at what is happening and who is making a difference in and around the Springfield, Illinois community.

Talk Of The Town is a locally produced public affairs program covering issues important to the Springfield community. The program is produced by Mid-West Family Springfield.

If you are interested in sharing information about your organization or have a topic you would like to discuss, please contact us at MidWestFamilySPI.com/TalkOfTheTown or call 217-629-7077.

Each week, Talk Of The Town takes an in-depth look at what is happening and who is making a difference in and around the Springfield, Illinois community.
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Talk Of The Town is a locally produced public affairs program covering issues important to the Springfield community. The program is produced by Mid-West Family Springfield.
If you are interested in sharing information about your organization or have a topic you would like to discuss, please contact us at <a href="https://www.midwestfamilyspi.com/talkofthetown/">MidWestFamilySPI.com/TalkOfTheTown</a> or call 217-629-7077.

Trent R. Nelson talks with writers, intellectuals and important local professionals about the most pressing topics of the community

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The declared public health emergency for COVID-19 officially comes to an end after more than three years. This episode of Podium features highlights from a news conference with state and local officials discussing what happens going forward and honoring "health care heroes" for their work during the pandemic.

The declared public health emergency for COVID-19 officially comes to an end after more than three years. This episode of Podium features highlights from a news conference with state and local officials discussing what happens going forward and honoring "health care heroes" for their work during the pandemic.

COVID Emergency - 5/14/2023

New Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher delivers her inaugural address, while outgoing Mayor Jim Langfelder assesses his legacy.

This episode of Podium features highlights of her speech and interview.

New Springfield Mayor Misty Buscher delivers her inaugural address, while outgoing Mayor Jim Langfelder assesses his legacy.
This episode of Podium features highlights of her speech and interview.

Springfield Inaugural - 5/7/2023

Illinois GOP lawmakers offer package of bills to protect rights of crime victims, cut down on fentanyl deaths.

This episode of Podium features highlights of a Senate GOP news conference. 

Illinois GOP lawmakers offer package of bills to protect rights of crime victims, cut down on fentanyl deaths.
This episode of Podium features highlights of a Senate GOP news conference.

Crime Victims - 4/30/2023

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson addresses the state legislature to advocate for working together to address city problems like crime, the budget, and education.

This episode of Podium features highlights of Johnson's address to a joint legislative session.

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson addresses the state legislature to advocate for working together to address city problems like crime, the budget, and education.
This episode of Podium features highlights of Johnson's address to a joint legislative session.

Chicago - 4/23/2023

A coalition of legal aid groups seeks to help people with past marijuana convictions get them expunged from the record, opening new employment and education opportunities.

This episode of Podium features highlights of group's news conference.

A coalition of legal aid groups seeks to help people with past marijuana convictions get them expunged from the record, opening new employment and education opportunities.
This episode of Podium features highlights of group's news conference.

Marijuana Expungement - 4/16/2023

Springfield Mayor-elect Misty Buscher talks about priorities and preparations after her election win, while outgoing Mayor Jim Langfelder reflects on his time in office and unfinished business.

This episode of Podium features highlights of interviews with both officials. 

Springfield Mayor-elect Misty Buscher talks about priorities and preparations after her election win, while outgoing Mayor Jim Langfelder reflects on his time in office and unfinished business.
This episode of Podium features highlights of interviews with both officials.

2023 Election - 4/9/2023

Representatives of Future Farmers of America gather in Springfield to discuss the future of the agriculture industry in Illinois.

This episode of Podium features highlights of the Agriculture Legislative Day in Springfield.

Representatives of Future Farmers of America gather in Springfield to discuss the future of the agriculture industry in Illinois.
This episode of Podium features highlights of the Agriculture Legislative Day in Springfield.

Agriculture - 4/2/2023

Representatives of Moving Pillsbury Forward provide an update on efforts
to have the abandoned mill demolished and replaced with new development. This episode of Podium features highlights of a Citizens Club presentation.

Representatives of Moving Pillsbury Forward provide an update on efforts to have the abandoned mill demolished and replaced with new development. This episode of Podium features highlights of a Citizens Club presentation.

Moving Pillsbury Forward - 3/26/2023

Governor JB Pritzker visits Springfield to discuss proposals to boost
higher education funding in the state, with emphasis on workforce development
programs. This episode of Podium features highlights of news conference at Lincoln Land Community College.

Governor JB Pritzker visits Springfield to discuss proposals to boost higher education funding in the state, with emphasis on workforce development programs. This episode of Podium features highlights of news conference at Lincoln Land Community College.

Higher Education - 3/19/2023

Governor JB Pritzker visits Springfield to announce details of a new behavioral health workforce center to train more people to provide mental health care. This episode of Podium features highlights of that news conference. 

Governor JB Pritzker visits Springfield to announce details of a new behavioral health workforce center to train more people to provide mental health care. This episode of Podium features highlights of that news conference.

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