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A courageous cadet
Warren senior Clarence Ketterer's bravery honored
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By Dillon Thorne Staff Reporter Never leave a fallen comrade behind. This U.S. armed forces motto held true when Army Cadet Clarence Ketterer successfully rescued numerous Iraqis after a deadly attack two years ago. The Warren senior and ROTC member was stationed in Habbaniyah, Iraq as a squad leader with the 1st Battalion, 125th Infantry Regiment of the Michigan Army National Guard from June 2005 to June 2006 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Two killed in car, train collision
Police investigating Saturday crash; one in critical condition
Allen John Pego's uncle remembers him as a good family man who was fun to be around. Samuel Pego said his nephew also was "one heck of a sculptor." "He was just a beautiful person," Samuel Pego said Sunday afternoon. "He was very humble." Allen John Pego was one of two Mount Pleasant residents who were killed Saturday in a collision involving a vehicle and the Santa Express train.
Pianist records, releases album
Wade has played piano for 17 years; now it has paid off
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With only six months of formal training and an inability to read music, Brandon Wade cut his first album. Wade first got the idea for the album "Seven Bridges" from his friend Cherith. He named track five of the album after her. Wade started recording the album in October; it was ready to distribute Dec.
CMU exceeds fundrasing goal
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Central Michigan University has exceeded its goal for this year's Annual University Campaign. The campaign, which started Oct. 12, officially ended Friday. The goal of the campaign was to raise $600,000. As of Friday morning, $607,069 had been raised, according to the AUC Web site, cmuauc.
Copper Beech may not renew ICTC contract
Apartment complex expresses interest, yet to pay its dues
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Residents of Copper Beech Townhomes may have to find an alternate mode of transportation to campus next semester. The apartment complex on 4750 E. Bluegrass Road has not yet renewed its contract with the Isabella County Transportation Commission, a bus system that transports people around Mount Pleasant and to class.
Life in brief
Workplace violence How to deal with difficult situations A workshop for preventing violence in the workplace will take place at 10 a.m. today in Rowe 229 for faculty and staff to attend. The event, hosted by Human Resources, will focus on how to be proactive in dangerous situations, how to help yourself and others, and what to do if you are in a difficult situation.
Students save cash by using BookThief.com
Professor, alumnus co-create book exchange Web site
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A new crook is in town. But instead of stealing money, it is helping students save it. BookThief.com is a national Web site that charges 99 cents per listing for students to buy and sell textbooks. Deborah Gray, associate marketing professor, and CMU 1990 alumnus Gary Chubb created the site that went live Nov.
A change of pace
Students often unable to keep regular routine
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Kristel Johnson and Katie Sowers are going to miss each other during winter break. The Sagola sophomore and Allenton sophomore will be without an exercise partner when they go home. "Here we have each other, but at home I don't have anyone," Johnson said.
Consistency key for 5K
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Ryan Hackett is ready to direct the first Runners CMU 5K run. The Shepherd junior usually runs in races, but he is taking a back seat for this competition. Runners, 2316 S Mission St., will host the 3.1-mile race Jan. 26. The event will begin at 9 a.m. and will take place on the south end of Mission Street.
Budget woes eliminate bonuses
Appropriation cuts cause incentive loss for staff officers
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It is the season of giving, but CMU's budget is not as generous as it has been in the past. As a result of reductions in state appropriations, CMU is eliminating the Pay for Performance program, which gave professional and administrative staff a bonus at the end of each fiscal year.
Caul seeks biannual plan
Budget cycle could have more stability with different bill
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Rep. Bill Caul wants to see Michigan's state budget cycle extended from one year to two years. Caul, R-Mount Pleasant, said a biannual budget would add stability to those who depend on the money schools and local governments receive from state funds. "They get pulled back and forth as to what they will get each year, and this would help end that," he said.
Man arrested for stealing, crashing car
Wrath faces two counts for theft, auto accident
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CMU Police arrested the man accused of stealing a student's car from Lot 63 on Nov. 17. Chief Assistant Prosecutor Roy Kranz said Kendall Wrath was arrested and arraigned on Dec. 3 and currently is lodged in the Isabella County Jail. Wrath is being charged on two different counts for the theft and accident.
Roommates share holiday despite contrasting religions
'Chrismukkah' means equal festive representation
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Sara Bloomberg lights a menorah rather than a Christmas tree during the holiday season. The Farmington Hills junior, a Jewish student at CMU, started her annual celebration of Hanukkah this past Tuesday. Though she cannot be with her family during the entire holiday this year, she will celebrate Hanukkah in a different way with her roommate, Wixom senior Amanda Crabtree.
Mutilated cat, laptop theft put students on-edge
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A mutilated cat found at a local apartment complex this weekend has some students worried for their safety. A group of students say they are not sure if the skinned and decapitated cat they found hanging from their door knob Saturday night is meant to be interpreted as a threat.
Fighting for clarity
Busload of people from Grand Rapids join NAACP march
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David Kolic walked Main Street's snow-covered pavement holding a sign saying "what a nooseance" as he marched to the office of Isabella County Prosecuting Attorney Larry Burdick. The Ann Arbor senior, along with 30 other people including 1140 WJNZ AM talk show host Robert S.
Prosecutor seeks further investigation
Lack of clear victim could impede case
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It could take a few more weeks to determine whether or not there is enough evidence to file criminal charges against a student who hung four nooses inside a classroom last month. Isabella County Prosecuting Attorney Larry Burdick requested further investigation by Central Michigan University Police before going forward with the case, which he said is common practice.
Taking it step by step
Choreography a fun new experience for Fish 'n' Chips musical group
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A cappela isn't all about singing anymore - at least not for Fish 'n' Chips. It's all in the hips, as they've practiced choreography throughout the semester. The group had never attempted dancing while performing until Saturday's winter concert in Warriner Hall's Plachta Auditorium.
Police: Lock doors, take home valuables
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There is no such thing as being too cautious when closing up an apartment or residence hall room for winter break, university and police officials said. Sgt. Sarah Cuthbertson of the Mount Pleasant Police Department said locking doors at residences and taking valuable items home are the two of the best ways to ensure security.
A fond farewell
Students, faculty, staff say goodbye to dean Kohrman
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More than 100 people lined up in the Industrial Engineering and Technology Building's lobby Friday to say goodbye to Bob Kohrman. Staff, faculty and friends, both young and old, all stood in line to say farewell to the dean of the College of Science and Technology, who is retiring at the end of this semester.
Professor, local artist to display work
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The Charles V. Park Library's Baber Room offers more than just comfortable chairs. The room features four art exhibits each academic year, often showcasing the work of local artists and Central Michigan University faculty, said Library Exhibition Coordinator Megan Moreno.
Speaker fosters interaction
Keynote lecturer provides knowledge, facts about disease
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Ricardo Bowden stood Friday night in reconciliation with his past. Bowden, 54, has lived with AIDS for 20 years. "I want to be useful to others about this battle to promote awareness," he said. Bowden did that Friday evening in Bovee University Center's Auditorium.
Annual ceremony honors eagle feather
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Members of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe spent the last several days honoring one of its most important symbols - the eagle feather. The annual Eagle Feather Honoring ceremony for the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe took place at the Ziibiwing Center of Anishinabe Culture and Lifeways, 6650 E.
Christmas Break driving tips
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Psychology professor Richard Backs said drowsiness is the biggest source of accidents between midnight and 6 a.m. With winter break approaching, students are in a rush to finish their exams and head home. Backs said they need to make sure to monitor themselves.
Red Cross sends cheer to Iraq with holiday cards
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It's the time of year when students are spending time with family and remembering loved ones. But Dave Weston hopes people share their compassion with complete strangers. Weston, Isabella County American Red Cross blood services coordinator, is taking part in an initiative that will send holiday cards to injured United States military personnel.
On the Rox concert tickles audience
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Jeremy Rowe had never seen an a cappella performance before. But after Friday's On the Rox concert in Moore Hall's Townsend Kiva, he said he would go see another. "I thought it was wonderful," the Farmington Hills freshman said. On the Rox is a group of 11 women, directed by founder and Escanaba senior Nicole Borden.
