Month: February 2016

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Kirk should be on the Liberty Walk
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Kirk should be on the Liberty Walk

On a visit to Russell Kirk’s country home, Piety Hill, in Mecosta, Michigan last summer, I explored the grounds of his property — the sprawling lawns under sycamore trees he planted for each of his daughters, the wood-paneled library full of his favorite books, the Italianate house decorated with swords, sacred images, and oriental carpets....

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Women’s basketball snaps losing streak with win over Ferris State

The Hillsdale College women’s basketball team tasted a long-awaited victory this week after a string of close losses over the latter half of the season. After a win over Ferris State Thursday and a close loss to Grand Valley State Saturday, the Chargers hope for a strong finish against Saginaw Valley tonight in their final...

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Rock and punk bands coming to Broad Street

Broad Street Downtown Market will host Michigan-based rock and punk bands 8 Foot Grimiss, Fathom City, Smart Alecs, and Stereo City on March 4 at 8 p.m. 8 Foot Grimiss, a local blues rock band headlining the event, just began recording its first album since returning from a one-year hiatus. “Think of an 8 Foot...