Ralls Melotte is an architect and writer with Springfield roots.

Carly Shank, artistic programs director for the UIS Performing Arts Center discusses Staley Class Acts educational outreach, sensory-friendly performances, and the new Our Stage / Our Voices program.

Marcel Tworek and Justin Blandford discuss the Old State Capitol being added to the National Park Service's National Underground Railroad Network of Freedom.

Jason Benetti, White Sox announcer, shares his story at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum’s “For the People” speaker series, featuring bold thinkers with unique insights into the people of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Kelly Hubbard is a policy analyst for March of Dimes. She spoke to Community Voices about the Maternity Care Desert report and the inequities to maternity care in Illinois.

Tom Bazan is the Young Philanthropists Grant Committee Chair. He spoke to Community Voices about the Young Philanthropists giving circle which helps support non-profits which support children. He also shared how the group welcomes members of all ages.

Mitch Ladd is the co-host for The Geek Awakens, a Springfield-based podcast and talk show nominated for the best podcast in Springfield. He talked with Community Voices about his love of all things geek, as well as some tips for aspiring podcasters.

Pamela Salela is the coordinator of the Central Illinois Nonprofit Resource Center. She spoke to Community Voices about the database available for non profits to use that allows them to search numerous grant opportunities. She also shared how she helps strengthen nonprofits by providing workshops to develop a variety of skills, including grant writing and fundraising skills.

Elizabeth Wake is the owner of Wakery, a local business serving non-alcoholic cocktails and drink options in downtown Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about starting her business at the Farmers Market and how the new brick and mortar location will be open to serve non-alcoholic drinks late into the evening.

Julia Johnson is the owner of Daisy Jane's, a local boutique for gifts and children's items located in downtown Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about Daisy Jane's new location. She also gives us an inside look at the local artists and items found within the shop.