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THE 'SOUTHERN ILLINOIS MADE" TALENT SHOW - FRIDAY, JULY 18th
DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO HELP DISCOVER OUR REGION'S NEXT GREAT VOICE!
The Southern Illinois Made Talent Show is coming—and you're invited!Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dinner, and live voting as 10 incredible contestants compete for the title of Southern Illinois' Top Talent! 
Date: July 18th 2025
Location: The Little Nashville Cafe
Schedule:
* 5:00 PM – Cocktail Hour
* 6:00 PM – Dinner (brisket, salmon, starch & veggie)
* 7:00 PM – Show Begins!
Tickets & Tables:
* Table for 6
* Table for 4
* Individual Tickets
Live audience voting brought you by WFCN News - Swinford Media Group will narrow the 10 contestants to 2 finalists—and YOU help decide the winner! Grand prize awarded at the end of the night.
2 tables of 4 reserved for our title sponsors.
Don’t wait—seating is limited and this show will sell out fast! Reserve your table or ticket today and be part of a night full of Southern Illinois talent, food, and community pride.Get your tickets here:
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