WBOI welcomes StoryCorps!

A Wonderful StoryCorps Experience! The StoryCorps MobileBooth is now at the Allen County Public Library in the parking lot on Washington Blvd. across from the Plaza. All Interview slots have been filled and what an exceptional time we have all had. Interviews will wrap up on July 31st and we will begin to air local segments soon.  Thanks to all who have helped us fill those slots, all who have participated, and to our great StoryCorps facilitators - Lilly, Liz, and Jorge.  We've loved having you in Fort Wayne You can visit the  StoryCorps MobileBooth Blog.   StoryCorps is a nonprofit whose mission is to provide Americans of all backgrounds and beliefs with the opportunity to record, share, and preserve the stories of our lives. Since 2003, over 50,000 everyday people have interviewed family and friends through StoryCorps.  StoryCorps' visit to Fort Wayne is hosted by Northeast Indiana Public Radio, a community-supported nonprofit public radio organization.

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Midday Matters   Missed a program?  Now you can listen online or download the mp3. Click the JUKEBOX link in the nav bar above! Coming up on Midday Matters: Call us with your questions 452-1185! Or email any time to middaymatters@nipr.fm MONDAY, JULY 19  -- NEWS REVIEW -- East Allen County Schools officials discuss their plans to ask patrons to support the schools with increased property taxes;  the latest battle line in the war against the spread of the Asian carp is in Fort Wayne;   and Ball State economist Michael Hicks with his outlook for the second half of 2010. TUESDAY, JULY 20  -- FINANCIAL FOCUS -- New Ivy Tech – Northeast chancellor Jerilee Mosier discusses her educational journey, and her vision for the local Ivy Tech campus. WEDNESDAY, JULY 21  -- HEALTH 360 -- A heart transplant recipient shares his story.   Plus, an update on West Nile virus. THURSDAY, JULY 22 -- Ricky Kemery is back, with more gardening and plant advice for you.   The phone lines will be open…we’ll be waiting to hear from you! FRIDAY, JULY 23 -- ART-CENTRIC -- (To be announced.) Grab your lunch and let's talk about it, because your Midday Matters.   Each weekday at noon on 89.1fm.

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