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WTVP 47 PRODUCTIONS DESCRIPTIONS

AT ISSUE - WTVP 47's ongoing, locally produced public affairs program. Hosted by series producer H Wayne Wilson, this weekly show examines issues of importance to the people of Central Illinois. One week might feature a look at how education is financed in the state, another might give viewers a chance to ask questions of a local mayor or sheriff. All AT ISSUE programs provide vital information to our viewers--whether that be about problems at the Peoria Housing Authority, issues of joint cooperation between governmental units, or riverfront development on both sides of the Illinois River. AT ISSUE is just one more way that WTVP 47 serves you through public television.

ILLINOIS ADVENTURE: Now in its fourteenth award-winning season, this adventure has become a cornerstone of WTVP's local programming. Shot on location throughout the state, ILLINOIS ADVENTURE shows WTVP viewers the many interesting places to visit and things to do just a few hours from home. From fishing on Lake Michigan, to searching out tree frogs in the Cache River swamp, to visiting long forgotten towns that are vital parts of Illinois' history, there's something for everyone here. Partially underwritten by the generous people at Country Companies Insurance & Financial Services in Bloomington, ILLINOIS ADVENTURE is traveling the highways and byways of our state for you.

WTVP 47's  production of WHO ARE THE SISTERS? is a first-ever, inside look at the Sisters of the Third Order of Saint Francis. The Sisters' mission is to never turn away anyone in need of care, regardless of ability to pay, and they currently operate the second largest corporation in Peoria, with medical centers in Peoria, Bloomington, Galesburg, Pontiac, Rockford, and Escanaba, Michigan. WHO ARE THE SISTERS? - a 56-minute special produced by H Wayne Wilson - presents an impressive and inspirational look at their service to God and to Community.

MAIN STREET MEMORIES: WTVP 47's nostalgic look back at Peoria in the 30's, 40's, and 50's is just one example of the outstanding special programs that we've produced over the last 25 years. Did you know that WTVP 47 was the first station to televise Bradley Basketball, or Rivermen Hockey? The Peoria Symphony, the Civic Chorale, the Central Illinois Youth Symphony, and the Peoria Ballet have all performed on WTVP 47 specials. And music isn't our only area of interest. From THE LEGACY PROJECT to  DUTY FIRST we provide our viewers and members with thought-provoking and entertaining programming produced through membership dollars.