100 episodes
The Leadoff WGLT
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5.0 • 13 Ratings
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WGLT's The Leadoff is a daily dose of Bloomington-Normal news, arts and culture, and music. Every day on WGLT's daily podcast, we'll deep-dive into one local story. Then we'll get you ready for the day (or the weekend) with a look ahead with WGLT reporters and guests from the community. Available by 5 a.m. every weekday.
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The Leadoff 05-08-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, May 8, 2024. You'll hear about the grand opening of a new chocolate factory in Bloomington. Plus, you'll hear local perspectives on the United Methodist Church's reversal on LGBTQ clergy and approving new language that opens the doors for same-sex marriages.
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The Leadoff 05-07-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, May 7, 2024. You'll hear about the Center for Human Services looking to develop a new housing project. Plus, an early look at the race for Bloomington mayor.
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The Leadoff 05-06-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, May 6, 2024. You'll hear about Chestnut Health Systems' new family dental clinic in west Bloomington. Plus, a look at Prairie Fire Theatre's new children's opera.
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The Leadoff 05-03-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, May 3, 2024. You'll hear about expansion plans (and incentives) at Rivian. Plus, an interview with a Normal West teacher and softball coach who strives for excellence.
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The Leadoff 05-02-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, May 2, 2024. You'll hear the latest on a pro-Palestinian protest on the Quad at ISU. Plus, hear about Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe's State of the City address.
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The Leadoff 05-01-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, May 1, 2024. You'll hear about a new pro-Palestinian tent encampment set up on the Illinois State University Quad. Plus, a closer look at a plan to eliminate the state's grocery tax.
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Customer Reviews
Great resource
I listen every morning and feel lucky—most communities this size don’t have access to a podcast of important local news.
Informative
Great local news