



Sue and Tim Conley 12/10/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Sue and Tim Conley in celebration of the Western Avenue Greenway Project. Thanks to community volunteers who have developed and maintained this six-block green space in Peoria for more than forty years.

Alexander and Astrid Swan 11/24/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Alex and Astrid Swan. They wish their daughter Ellie a very happy birthday today!

Christine Malson 11/23/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Christine Malson who relies on WCBU and NPR for independent journalism that digs deeper into stories that matter. She loves the thoughtful coverage from across town and around world.

Sean Kerwin 11/21/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Sean Kerwin celebrating our public school educators and support professionals during American Education Week. This is the week to thank those working hard to make great public schools even better

Kristin McHugh-Johnston 11/18/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Kristin and Eugene Johnston inviting the community to visit Festival of Trees, Thursday through Saturday, benefitting Peoria's Crittenton Centers.

Jim Runyon and Mary Peifer 11/10/2025
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Jim Runyon and Mary Peifer who have listened to public radio since their wedding day 46 years ago. They encourage everyone to join them and become monthly contributors and day sponsors.

Pat Hagenbuch Family 11/4/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor the family of Pat Hagenbuch, on what would have been her 83rd birthday. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Pat was also a pioneering businesswoman who lived a life of service.

Brooke Nelson 11/1/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Brooke Nelson wishing happy birthday to Sam Berkes! Brooke is grateful Sam keeps the house running and the kids and wife happy.

Terry Whitehead 10/24/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Terry Whitehead. He encourages everyone to support the ARK, a no-kill animal shelter in Lacon. Community donations power the shelter’s daily work or keep pets safe and healthy while they await adoption.

Marlynn and Subhash Patel 10/20/25
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Marlynn and Subhash Patel, celebrating Diwali, Hindu’s festival of lights. Diwali symbolizes the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Happy Diwali to all!