http://will.atlas.uiuc.edu/prairiefire/pbCoreEpisode/pf2008-04-17 WILL, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Series Episode Find out how the arts organization 40 north/88 west nurtures local artists. Come along to a vintage baseball game played by the Rock Springs Ground Squirrels. And learn about the World War II experiences of Champaign's John O'Connor, who flew missions on the B-24 and also put his skills as trumpeter to use. Abstract Segment Champaign, History, Music, World War II, WILL Custom Prairie Fire Subject Headings John O’Connor of Champaign served in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He was chosen as lead pilot with the first experimental flying unit aboard the B-24 Liberator. He flew 50 missions and also used his skills as a trumpeter and band director. Flying back from a mission, John and his crew would often pull out their instruments and play. O’Connor later became a member of the Medicare 7, 8 or 9 Jazz Band, performing around the country. Abstract Denise La Grassa Producer Julius Bolton Chief Camera - Segment Segment History, Hobbies, Decatur, Illinois Culture/History, Sports, WILL Custom Prairie Fire Subject Headings A group of baseball players in Macon County is preserving the old days of baseball. The Rock Springs Ground Squirrels play the game by 1860s rules, which don’t allow swearing or gloves. Producer Julius Bolton takes viewers to the Macon County Conservation District to enjoy a bygone era from our national pastime. Abstract Julius Bolton and Jeff Bossert Producer Tim Hartin Editor Segment Arts/Culture, Champaign, Champaign County, Urbana, WILL Custom Prairie Fire Subject Headings The mission of 40 north/88 west is to nurture artists in Champaign County by fostering collaboration, and keeping them informed about opportunities and events. Producer Virginia Steffen introduces some of the artists who are part of 40 north and the work they are creating in central Illinois. Abstract Virginia Steffen Producer Julius Bolton, David Noreen, Henry Radcliff, Virginia Steffen Chief Camera - Segment WILL-TV, University of Illinois Copyright Holder Publisher ¬© 2008 University of Illinois 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 video/mp4 http://will.atlas.uiuc.edu/prairiefire/episode/pf2008-04-17 Moving Image MPEG video MPEG-4 00:28 eng http://willmedia.atlas.uiuc.edu/mpeg4/pf2008-04-17.mp4 WILL Public Media, University of Illinois 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 video/x-flv http://will.atlas.uiuc.edu/prairiefire/episode/pf2008-04-17 Moving Image Flash Video Flash Media 8 00:28 eng http://willmedia.atlas.uiuc.edu/flash/pf2008-04-17.flv WILL Public Media, University of Illinois 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 2008-04-17T20:30:00-06:00 video/vnd.rn-realvideo http://willmedia.will.uiuc.edu/ramgen/pf2008-04-17.rv Moving Image 00:28:00