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Gobbling turkeys remain heart of Illinois farm for nearly a century
By Maria Chen
NASA needs more astronauts, and applications are now open
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
More from Maria →Reporter · Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 2:30 PM · 1 min read
The final choices for the new class of astronauts are expected to be announced in late 2027. The application is open now and runs through Dec. 3.
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
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