‘Woman Warrior’ Unveils Four Generations of Japanese American History in Illinois
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‘Woman Warrior’ Unveils Four Generations of Japanese American History in Illinois

URBANA —The Spurlock Museum in Urbana will host a one-woman show on December 2, following its successful run in Chicago. This performance delves into the Japanese-American experience in Illinois, spanning four generations. Connie Shirakawa, the creator and performer of ‘Woman Warrior,’ initially believed she had no stories to share. However, as she delved into the…

217 Today: Mental health is an issue in the veterinary field. But misconceptions can cloud the narrative

217 Today: Mental health is an issue in the veterinary field. But misconceptions can cloud the narrative

November 30, 2023 Today’s headlines: Meta’s newest data center officially came online yesterday. Construction of the 24-mile Kickapoo Rail Trail in east central Illinois began seven years ago. Now, the project could be finished in the next two years, thanks to a state grant. A one-woman show exploring four generations of the Japanese American experience in…