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On today's episode, Eric Stock talks to a national library leader about the future of libraries -- and where Bloomington's expansion plans fit in. Plus, a new installment of Sound Health looks at the prospects of "forever COVID" and what that means for health care systems. And we'll recap a major climate change summit in central Illinois.

It has been a long time since the Illinois Secretary of State's race was an opportunity, but incumbent Jesse White is calling it a day. Bloomington State Representative Dan Brady says he'll try for the office that oversees driver's licenses. 'Go eat a bug' is more than a playground taunt. In many parts of the world it's good advice. A central Illinois author has a new book about edible insects. Hear about Heartland Theater's latest production, “Human Terrain. And it's the season for charitable donations. Not for profits want to make them stretch.

If manners make the man, suits certainly signal success. Hear from the Jule Foundation, a group that offers upscale clothing to young Black men to help them overcome stigma and enter the business world. Supply Chain issues have forced the Illinois State University dining service back to basics in some cases. ISU Executive Chef Matt Horton says it's amazing what you can cook with five basic ingredients. And you can go beyond sports and into the heart of a champion power lifter in central Illinois. She fell in love with it in junior high.

On today's episode, U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis talks to Sarah Nardi about his vote on the infrastructure bill. Charlie Schlenker talks to Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington about a push to hire more women. And Jon Norton previews a country singer-songwriter's show Thursday night in downtown Bloomington.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021. You'll hear about state Rep. Dan Brady's run for Illinois Secretary of State. And arts correspondent Lauren Warnecke previews Heartland Theatre's "Human Terrain," which completes its run this weekend.

Tara Dente examines the emotions that flood the hearts of many people when they return to their “hometowns” on her latest single and most recent album. The New Jersey born singer-songwriter is now based in Nashville. Dente opens for Matthew Curry when he returns to his Bloomington hometown Saturday.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021. You'll hear about a new approach to making sure a teacher shortage doesn't become a principal shortage. Plus, a look at how the labor market is playing out for seasonal hiring in central Illinois.

On today's episode, Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason talks about the vaccination rate among city employees. Plus, a new installment of Sound Health focuses on sharing family medical histories during holiday gatherings. And hear the music of Tara Dente ahead of her local show on Saturday.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Normal City Manager Pam Reece. Plus, a look at staff churn in McLean County law enforcement agencies. And what the Advent season has in common with drag.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. You'll hear about U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth's reaction to the final version of the defense spending bill that just passed. Plus, what the season of Advent and drag have in common.