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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 July 2017

July 13, 2017

 

Pioneer Mother’s Memorial Forest

Originally purchased by Joseph Cox in 1816, the 88-acrePioneer Mother's Memorial Forest is one of Indiana's only remaining tracts of virgin hardwood forest.

July 13, 2017

 

The Fight to Fight: The Tuskegee Airmen

During World War II, the Tuskegee Airmen of the 618th and 619th Bomb Squadrons trained at Atterbury Airfield where they fought for freedom at home and abroad.

July 13, 2017

 

Blackerby’s Hangar 5

For over thirty years, the Hangar 5 restaurant has entertained visitors with it's one-of-a-kind and up close view of the Columbus Municipal Airport tarmac.

July 13, 2017

 

Jennie DeVoe

A Hoosier native, Jennie DeVoe fell in love with music as a child. Today, DeVoe has gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence.

July 13, 2017

 

Martina Celerin

After receiving a doctorate in plant sciences, Martina Celerin worked as a molecular geneticist at IU before re-discovering here artistic roots in 2002.

July 18, 2017

 

Jennie DeVoe – “You Belong To Me”

Jennie DeVoe has gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence; Together with guitarist Paul Holdman, DeVoe performs "You Belong To Me."

July 18, 2017

 

Jennie DeVoe – “Mercy Now”

Jennie DeVoe has gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence; Together with guitarist Paul Holdman, DeVoe performs "Mercy Now."

July 18, 2017

 

Jennie DeVoe – “Up To The Mountain”

Jennie DeVoe gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence; Together with guitarist Paul Holdman, DeVoe performs "Up To The Mountain."

July 18, 2017

 

Jennie DeVoe – “Healer”

Jennie DeVoe has gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence; Together with guitarist Paul Holdman, DeVoe performs "Healer."

July 27, 2017

 

IN Words – Ellise Smith

Ellise Smith's journey as a writer began in Detroit, Michigan before moving to Bloomington, Indiana. She performs her original poem, "Where I Belong."

July 27, 2017

 

James Whitcomb Riley: Hoosier Poet

Over 100 years after his death, James Whitcomb Riley remains one of Indiana's most famous literary figures and will be profiled on WTIU's latest documentary.

July 27, 2017

 

Dietrich Jon

Originating from The Netherlands, the Bloomington-based quintet Dietrich Jon, led by singer Diederik Van Wassanaer, combines 70's glam disco with Americana.

July 27, 2017

 

Dietrich Jon – “Sometime”

Dietrich Jon, led by singer Diederik Van Wassanaer, perform their original composition and title track to their upcoming album, "Sometime."

July 27, 2017

 

Dietrich Jon – “Simplistic”

Dietrich Jon, led by singer Diederik Van Wassanaer, perform their original composition, "Simplistic" featured on their upcoming album, "Sometime."

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