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Last dance for Illiniwek

In case you're one of the few who hasn't seen the Chief's dance, check out this video.

This is printed on T-shirts for the Chief's last dance.  Note the reference to his relationship with the Quaker of Pennsylvania:

Offensive parties stir debate

Clemson Students Commemorate Dr. King
Latest racially-themed party featured blackface, enhanced rears
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John Edwards meets "The Drive"

We got an interesting view behind the scenes of the political process. When Democrat John Edwards made a fund raising stop in Downs, we were invited to observe the process and meet the presidential hopeful.  We'll preview the 2008 lineup on both sides of the aisle.  Stick around for updates!

There's no shame...

True Bears fans are happy they made it to the Super Bowl after all these years.  We'll just see what happens next season.......

This is a photo of members of the 182nd Airlift Wing of the Illinois Air National Guard who are currently deployed to Afghanistan.  The 182nd is based in Peoria.

Beth made a few friends at Soldier Field. 
Click here to see her game pics!

Beth gets hitched

The wedding tour is finally over.  Check out her page to see new photos from the Kentucky wedding.  No, they didn't have moonshine!


Guest Drivers on WJBC

Kenny "The World's Largest Elf" helped collect gifts at Eastland Mall.  Thanks to everyone who showed up to support the WJBC Brotherhood Tree.  You really made a difference!

Kenny visits with Beth's husband, Eric. Let's hope he tells Santa that Beth wants a few sparkly items!

Zoo News

On the second Tuesday of every month we take you to the Miller Park Zoo. Director John Tobias always has the latest zoo news & events.

Bigfoot is back!

Could this be physical proof that Bigfoot exists?

Professional Bigfoot Hunter Tom Biscardi recently showed us a hand he found in New York state.  He says DNA tests show it is not human or from any known primate.  He says the ends of the fingers are gone, so the hand would have been really big.

Tom says this is a picture of Bigfoot, but not the one supposedly sighted near Funks Grove.  You can check out his on-going hunt at www.searchingforbigfoot.com.

When was the last time you carpooled?

This movement hopes to stop rising gas prices.

 

We got a lot of requests for this!

This is the anti-identity theft company that's offering discounts for veterans in the wake of the VA losing 26 million people's information.  LifeLock is a monthly service that watches over your credit.

Prison Break "star" 

Steve Christopher is a State Farm architect by day.  But, his hobby is working as an extra in television and films.  He just finished a stint as a guard on Fox's "Prison Break".  Look below; that's him on the right.  He can also be seen in the film Confederate Zombie Masacre.

 

Hayseed Dixie "grassrocks" The Drive

The Bluegrass/Rock band Hayseed Dixie played their hits live in studio with Beth.  Check out their latest CD "A Hot Piece of Grass".  It's great!!!

Hall of Famer Fergie Jenkins!

The former Cub and all-around good guy stopped in the Twin Cities to raise money for Special Olympics.

 

Occasionally, Hollywood stops in Central Illinois...

Actors Steven Williams and Daniel Roebuck from the movie "Grave's End" hang out with Steve.  The film was part of Normal Theater's Indy Horror Film Festival.

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A Disney cat fight?!

Some people have too much time on their hands.  This is an actual list of the hottest Disney characters!

Take the Talk Pop Quiz!

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The Drive Hits the Road

 

'Tis the season!

Brotherhood Tree 2006

We broadcast at the Eastland Mall while you donated many gifts.  Thanks for your support!

Reindeer Talk

Steve tries on some reindeer antlers, as Beth feeds a reindeer at the Miller Park Zoo.

The Drive visits the Children's Discovery Museum in Uptown Normal.  It was just one of many drop-off sites for the 2006 WJBC Brotherhood Tree. Y'all helped 6,000 people in McLean County who needed a holiday boost.  Merry Christmas!

-Steve & Beth

Inside the Cultural District

Steve & Beth camped outside the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts before the grand opening. Below, you can look at the renovations inside the 86-year-old landmark:

The lobby still has its stained glass windows, but a lot has changed.  Look how bright it looks now!

The theater has too many improvements to list.  Most noticeable are the new seats, carpeting and lights.

 

Tacklin' Football with Denver

Karen Harris "volunteers" to take a snap.

Beth lands her first spiral.

The graduating class of 2006.  Way to go ladies!

 

The Hot Dog Competition

Beth's fiancé, Eric, starts strong....

GM Red Pitcher tries to keep up with the eaters....

Matt eats seven hot dogs in 10 minutes.

 

Troops Leave for Iraq

Steve (far right) reports as the buses pass a cheering crowd.  The 33rd Military Police Battalion is headed for Iraq, after training at Fort Dix, NJ.

Beth reported from State Farm Headquarters, where the company's Military Affinity Group did a good job of motivating people.  Thanks State Farm for the pics!

Members of the troop stand during a going away ceremony at Kingsley Junior High School in Normal.

Mellencamp!

Beth and her sister, Katy, after the John Mellencamp concert at U.S. Cellular Coliseum.  Nice Guy!!

Beth Goes Caroling

Beth joins Station Manager Janae Jontry and the Illinois Symphony Orchestra Barber Shoppers to carol for the Brotherhood Tree.  Look for us next Christmas!

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Roadside attractions

Ford's E-85 Pickup

 

Ford dropped by to show off its E-85 flex-fuel truck.

The gas cap reads "Ethanol Fuel or Unleaded".

 

The Best Burger in Baseball

This is it.  The 1,000 calorie bacon cheeseburger with a Krispy Kreme bun.  You can only find it at a Gateway Grizzlies ballgame in Sauget, IL.  That's a Minor League team near St. Louis.

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