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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Archive for December 2016

December 1, 2016

 

Jesse Lacy – “Harder Than Diamonds”

Jesse Lacy, the 2016 Folk Alliance International Conference Scholarship recipient, performs "Resurrection Stone," an original song from his upcoming album.

December 8, 2016

 

Rodney Stepp & The Steppin’ Out Band – “Second Chance”

"Rodney Stepp and the Steppin' Out Band" perform "Second Chance,” the title track from their debut album "Second Chance."

December 8, 2016

 

Rodney Stepp & The Steppin Out Band – “Three Way”

"Rodney Stepp and the Steppin' Out Band" perform "Three Way,” an original song from their debut album "Second Chance."

December 8, 2016

 

Rodney Stepp & The Steppin’ Out Band

Legendary keyboardist Rodney Stepp teams with 4 other musicians, creating a fusion of smooth jazz and R&B that is "Rodney Stepp and The Steppin' Out Band."

December 8, 2016

 

Voyage to Vincennes

Established by French fur traders as a strategic post, Vincennes was Indiana's first European settlement, and eventual capital of the Northwest Territory.

December 8, 2016

 

Wabash Lights

On March 31, 1880, press flocked to Wabash, Indiana as its lighting display flickered alive, making the town the first electrically lighted city in the world.

December 8, 2016

 

Gennett & Starr Piano Company

Between 1922 and 1928, Gennett Records, in Richmond, Indiana, revolutionized jazz, producing the earliest recordings of Louis Armstrong and King Oliver.

December 15, 2016

 

Wylie House by Candlelight

Join candlelit Christmas celebrations held at the Wylie House Museum, the historic home built in 1835 by Indiana University's first president, Andrew Wylie.

December 15, 2016

 

Veach’s Toy Station

Family-owned and operated since 1938, Veach's Toy Station in Richmond, Indiana, offers over 16,000 square-feet of toys and was voted Indiana's Best Toy Store!

December 15, 2016

 

Holidays with the Harrisons

When Hoosier Benjamin Harrison became the 23rd President of the United States in 1889, he introduced the country to new policies and holiday traditions.

December 15, 2016

 

Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band – “Plasma for Christmas”

Effortlessly combining multiple genres and eras, the Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band has gained national popularity for their unique sound and driving energy.

December 15, 2016

 

Rev. Peyton’s Big Damn Band – “Auld Lang Syne”

Effortlessly combining multiple genres and eras, the Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band has gained national popularity for their unique sound and driving energy.

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