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(40:02) Overcoming fear to live a life of purpose. Former AOL executive Jean Case returned to her home town of Bloomington Normal to write that book.…

(1:25) Ford is investing 500 million dollars in Rivian Automotive, which has an auto plant in Normal. We'll unpack what that might mean. (10:54) ROTC…

A central Illinois LGBTQ advocacy group is a quarter century old and it wasn't easy getting protections in Bloomington Normal. Hear about progress and…

On today's episode, you'll hear from Dave Mouser, the next superintendent at District 87 in Bloomington. Plus, a Chestnut Health Systems expert helps you navigate conversational landmines on Thanksgiving. And we'll unpack what potential new owners of The Pantagraph could mean for local journalism.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. You'll hear why donating money -- rather than food -- might be a better option for local social service agencies. Plus, student reporter Jordan Mead talks to those who can't go home for the holidays.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, Nov. 22, 2021. You'll hear what Sen. Dick Durbin thinks will happen next on the Build Back Better legislation. Plus, Larry Carius has an update on the Bloomington-Normal Restaurant Scene.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021. You'll hear about District 87's new superintendent, Dave Mouser. Plus, a Chestnut Health Systems expert helps you navigate COVID vaccine etiquette at family holiday parties.

It can be lonely over the holidays for international students stuck in the U.S. because of money, travel times, or pandemic restrictions. Hear how they're coping and the help they get. Plus, a new Philly Steak place has opened and a fried chicken option is coming to the Bloomington Normal Restaurant Scene. Supply chain disruptions have already slowed down Rivian's start of production. Could it get worse? E-V journalist Steve Levine talks about why America needs to build out its battery-metals processing capability. And the Musical 'Rent' defined a generation that came up in the 1990s. Now, that classic retelling of La Boheme is on a farewell tour stopping in Bloomington.

On today's episode, District 87's school board president explains their new choice for superintendent. Plus, you'll hear from state Sen. Jason Barickman. And Eric Stock talks to the national champion Heartland Community College women's soccer team.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. You'll hear about why Growmark is exploring carbon capture and other innovations. Plus, an update on COVID-19 in McLean County.