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‘Wounded Warrior’ tells of overcoming adversity

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The Wounded Warrior Project, an organization started in 2003, aims to bring aid to individuals who were injured in the line of duty. Another part of its mission is to bring personal stories directly to the public through their program, Warriors Speak.

Punditry less a wreck with absence of Beck

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Beck, famous for his conspiracy theories and obscure references — i.e. cutting a rabbit in half with a chainsaw — drew audiences of 3 million people at one point; no doubt due to the political jousting as Democrats sat pretty in both congressional chambers.

Confessing isn’t what it used to be

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There are three things one never discusses publicly or with strangers: religion, politics and money. But let’s break this social rule. After all, it’s not a mortal sin. And besides: What’s college for?

Protests present problems, new and old

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The events that unfolded in the small country of Tunisia have made a big impact in Egypt and beyond.

Hefner: permanent playboy, loving husband

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Hefner, twice married and divorced, may have finally found the girl of his dreams. Harris, a psych major and total hottie, has been Hugh’s girlfriend since January 2009. They’re only different from conventional couples because of a 60-year age difference.

Give thanks for family, tradition, bizarre food

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Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for what we have; a time to enjoy a heartfelt dinner with family and friends. Any sort of turkey substitute served at the table like tofurky — a vegetarian alternative to traditional turkey often made with tofu — or turducken — a dish that combines turkey, chicken and duck — is an insult to the very Pilgrims and Native Americans who started this holiday.

Culture showcased in Southfield

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The Native American Festival is held to bring the great traditions of the first Michiganders to light. This year’s festival, organized the Metro Parent magazine, featured various forms of dance and storytelling and the sale of authentic Native American goods.

Alternative dancing studio thrives in Madison Heights

By DAUD YAR and NICHOLE SEGUIN

PoleFIT Revolution, a fitness studio in Madison Heights, celebrated its grand re-opening and expansion by throwing a “Girls Night Out” party on Nov. 6. The event, sponsored by Zumba Mexican Grille and Zodiac Vodka, featured dancing demonstrations, door prizes, raffle prizes, appetizers and refreshments. The studio offers mainly pole dancing classes, but a recent addition [...]

Midterm elections results

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The results are in for state and local midterm elections.

On second thought: Do you see that girl? Dibs

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As you walk to the Oakland Center, an awkward yell suddenly comes from outside South Foundation Hall, echoed by laughter and obnoxious cursing. That’s right; you’ve just been called … by the loudest bidder.

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