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WGLT's Sound Ideas

WGLT's Sound Ideas

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Sound Ideas is WGLT's flagship news program. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with Bloomington-Normal newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. This 30-minute newsmagazine is produced Monday through Friday.

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Episodes
  • McHistory: 'My Store' was a retail jewel in Downtown Bloomington

    McHistory: 'My Store' was a retail jewel in Downtown Bloomington
    Nov 25 2025

    On a new episode of WGLT's McHistory series: It has been many decades since Downtown Bloomington was the premier destination for shoppers in the community. There was a time, though, when there were four large department stores downtown. One of them was My Store.

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    7 mins
  • Thomas Metcalf social studies teacher wins $50,000 classroom furniture makeover

    Thomas Metcalf social studies teacher wins $50,000 classroom furniture makeover
    Nov 25 2025

    Andy Goveia was one of more than 550 K-12 teachers across the country to enter the contest held by KI Furniture.

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    3 mins
  • Holiday cheer in Bloomington-Normal: 40+ events, shows and places to shop this December

    Holiday cheer in Bloomington-Normal: 40+ events, shows and places to shop this December
    Nov 25 2025

    Fall weather is hanging on in Bloomington-Normal, but there’s no denying that the holidays are here. WGLT's list of more than 40 seasonal shows, things to do and places to shop is not exhaustive but is aimed at filling your December calendars and hearts with the spirit of the season.

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    3 mins
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