Birth to Five Illinois: Region 9 on Catch the Beat from Market Street

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June 8, 2026

Original coverage on WEFT 90.1 FM, Catch the Beat from Market Street.

Jill Duden (Region 9 Council Manager) and Melissa Watson (Region 9 Family & Community Engagement Specialist) lead the Birth to Five Illinois office for Champaign and Ford Counties. Listen to their “on air” interview!

A headshot of Jill Duden. Jill has short curly blonde hair and is smiling. Jill is wearing a black and white striped shirt with a gold necklace.

Jill Duden, Region 9 Council Manager

A headshot of Melissa Watson. Melissa has long blonde hair and is smiling. Melissa is wearing a black top with colorful polka dots in front of a blue backdrop.

Melissa Watson, Region 9 FACE Specialist

 
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