Easter Vigil Reflections Across Family and Faith in Big Rapids
A sister’s RCIA vigil at St. Paul’s Church anchors a weekend trip to Big Rapids. The piece blends family scenes, spring weather, birds and wildlife, a Prair ie Style house, and plan s for Pentecost music while noting church leadership’s call for mercy and renewal.
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Kathy
Ferris State University
St. Paul's Catholic Church
Big Rapids
RCIA
St. Paul's
Damascus
Christ
Middle East
Wayne
Muskegon River
Enquirer letter argues against mascot name change
Barbara M Whitehair of Battle Creek writes that school mascot names are outdated and offensive terms like dagos and kikes should be discarded, urging focus on broader world issues, education, and enrollment rather than local controversy. She questions recall votes and promotes globalization over local identity.
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Battle Creek
Marshall
Issue deeper than recalls in Marshall School Board fight
Harold Thomas argues the recall debate masks broader problems in Marshall. He notes Michigan and federal checks and balances, questions lack of similar school district oversight, and asks who pays for transport to a new east side elementary school while past land decisions and enrollments stir controversy.
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Marshall School Board
Michigan
United States
Congress
Kalamazoo Ave
Brewer Street
Marshall
Harold Thomas
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Oaklawn Hospital
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