Logan Pappenfort is the Curator of Anthropology at Dickson Mounds State Museum. He is also a member of the Peoria Tribe of Indians Oklahoma. Pappenfort spoke to Community Voices about what is offered at the Dickson Mounds State Museum. He also gave insight into the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA).

Jennifer Friday is the owner of the Village Tea Room & Gift Shop. She opened the tea room when she realized there were no local tea rooms to enjoy. She spoke with Community Voices about her career as a florist turned shop and restaurant owner.

Sangamon Reclaimed is under new leadership. Co-owner Amanda Compton and Director of Sales Greg Hardwood spoke with Community Voices about the transition in leadership and how they got involved in the wood-working community.

The Illinois State Museum educates the community about Illinois natural history as well as the history of the land's indigenous people. Director of Interpretation at the Illinois State Museum Jenn Edginton spoke with Community Voices about new programming that tells the story of indigenous people and the ancestral land Illinoisans live on.

The 2021 Sangamon County Citizen Survey is discussed with Molly Lamb and AJ Simmons of UIS Center for State Policy and Leadership who conducted the survey in partnership with the United Way of Central Illinois and the Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln.

The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln leads a process of planning to improve the future of Springfield.

Phil Funkenbusch recently retired from the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum after working many years working as the show director. Funkenbusch has a long history working in theatre, having worked in New York City before making his move back to Central Illinois. He spoke with Community Voices about his career and what he's doing now that he is retired.Originally aired September 27, 2021.

Andrea McLaughlin and Robbie Robert are the owners of Robert's Seafood Market. They spoke to Community Voices about the fourth-generation-owned business and how it got its start in Springfield. We also learned about the many products the store offers, which includes game meat, olive oils and other high-quality items.

Dan Frachey is the owner of Legacy Weavers Video. During the pandemic Frachey was forced to pivot his career and opened a business to help others tell their stories through video. He spoke with Community Voices about his new career and the services his company offers.Originally aired September 22, 2021.

Anvil & Forge Brewing and Distilling is a business in downtown Springfield owned by three brothers. Mike Zerkle spoke to Community Voices about brewing and how the business got its name. He also shared changes to the business including a pizza service, as well as new entertainment.