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Popular Stories:Ekoostik Hookah: Much More Than Rock N' RollClark BirchmeierEkoostik Hookah, a very diverse rock-band, boasts a sound that is more than pleasing for all music lovers. Members of Ekoostik Hookah, Dave Katz, John Mullins, and Cliff Starbuck, tell Grand Central about their music, and how it became what it is today. Fans can catch their upcoming show on August 13th at the State Theater in Kalamazoo, Michigan, as part of the World Disc Golf Championship Association Conference.Visit CMU 
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Ekoostik Hookah: Much More Than Rock N' RollClark Birchmeier Ekoostik Hookah, a very diverse rock-band, boasts a sound that is more than pleasing for all music lovers. Members of Ekoostik Hookah, Dave Katz, John Mullins, and Cliff Starbuck, tell Grand Central about their music, and how it became what it is today. Fans can catch their upcoming show on August 13th at the State Theater in Kalamazoo, Michigan, as part of the World Disc Golf Championship Association Conference. Taking Life by the TailDan Stewart Cheryl Wade was born blind, but that has not deterred her from enjoying every aspect of her life. She attributes the love of God for her zest in life and is not bothered by the fact that she cannot see. Cheryl and her German Shepherd Harper work as a team to tackle the events of their day. "The Bottom Line"Dan Stewart Mid Michigan Braille LLC in Alma Michigan has been translating textbooks into Braille books for blind students for about five years. Owner Malcolm Bryant explains the process of what it takes for each book to become Braille. Revel in the RegaliaNeil Blake The 19th annual Central Michigan University Powwow contest took place on March 29 and 30, 2008 in Rose Arena. Powwows are traditionally social and dancing events which also have religious significance. Native American pride and tradition are clearly evident. There are several categories of dance including traditional, grass, jingle dress, and fancy dances. The regalia of the dancers vary greatly from person to person but bright colors and bells are most popular. Uncommonly Good MusiciansClark Birchmeier This segment's musician is Scott Brown, a steel-drum player
from Grand Rapids, Michigan. Do you know any amazing musicians
that would like to be featured in the next musician spotlight?
Contact us at grandcentralmedia@gmail.com Sit down with Giordan WatsonJeff Blevins Join Grand Central's Jeff Blevins as he sits down to talk a little basketball with Senior Guard Giordan Watson The BraukersJohn Brumbaugh Ted and Brandi Brauker, 22-year-old music students at Central Michigan University, were married in June 2007. The Braukers have faced difficulties as a young married couple, particularly financial ones. “At first, it was difficult because we were just always broke all the time,” Brandi said. To cope with these difficulties, the Braukers work full-time jobs in addition to being full-time students. The Simple LifeNeil Blake Mikayla Larner, 10, of Baldwin, Mich. lives in a home schooling family where they raise much of their own food. Mikayla spends lots of her time outside with her siblings, Chelsea and Anthony and enjoys riding the family’s western mustangs. Soon, they will move farther away from large communities into the Michigan’s Porcupine Mountains to continue their integrated and simple way of life. Winter BackpackingNeil Blake Jerry Dimaria is an employee at Central Michigan University and is an avid backpacker. In January, Dimaria headed to the Upper Peninsula to the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore for a weekend of backpacking and exploring with friends. Winter backpacking provides him with a way to get out into nature and decompress. Dumpster DivingNicky Lockman A look into the eating and playing habits of Jeff LaMonde, dumpster diver extraordinare. Intricate DecorCaleb Newman and Nicky Lockman Meet Bob, and some of the other employes of Intricate Decor, location on Pickard Street in Mount Pleasant Brothers for a lifetimePatrick Siller The Brothers of Delta Chi discuss what the fraternity means to them. The Polar KidSophie Hays
Student dresses up as a polar bear to spread awareness for global warming. Incentives Bring Filmmakers to MichiganClark Birchmeier Western Michigan Film & Video Alliance is an ever-growing on-line community, considering Michigan's natural beauty is a filmmaker's dream. Representative of WMFVA, Chuck Peterson, explains how tax incentives could have a lasting impact on the filmmaking industry and hopefully, the economy of Michigan.
HD2: 91.5 Modern Rock Making The UpgradeClark Birchmeier Graduate Assistant, Jason Kester, speaks about the
changes that 91.5 Modern Rock is undergoing. Jason discusses the advantages to Hybrid Digital Radio. "You gotta have a strong stomach"Dan Stewart As the snow melts deer carcasses appear in the ditches along the sides of the roads. It is the job of the Isabella County inmates to pick up the dead deer while simultaneously trying to "stomach" the smell.
An Honest LookNicky Lockman Phyllis Begasse is a 101-year-old woman living in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. She emigrated to the United States when she was 14-years-old. This is her story. John Stossel speaks at CMUClark Birchmeier
John Stossel delivered a great speech to a very large group of
students on Wednesday, March 19th at Plachta Auditorium in
Warriner Hall. Watch what Stossel had to say.
The SawmillDan Stewart Weber Brother's Sawmill Inc. in Beal City, Mich., has been a family owned business since the early 1900's. Every family member is adamant about keeping the business running and keeping it in the family.
Umphrey's McGee: The acension continuesClark Birchmeier The acension continues for Chicago’s Umphrey’s McGee, not only in terms of their commercial success but in creative accomplishment and instrumental achievement as well. The band formed in the late 90s in the South Bend area. The band consists of Kris Myers, Joel Cummins, Jake Cinninger, Brendan Bayliss, Andy Farag and Ryan Stasik. We spoke with Jake, Andy, and Ryan. The Ice ManJohn Brumbaugh As operations manager of Centre I.C.E. Arena, one of Tod Cook's primary duties is to drive the zamboni throughout the day. Myth Busters visit CMUNeil Blake, Jason Whitmore, Jeff Blevins, and Lindsay Holt Grant Imahara and Kari Byron of the Discovery Channel's MythBusters spoke to a sold out crowd in Plachta Auditorium on Saturday, Jan. 26. Afterward, Lindsay Holt sat down with them for an exclusive interview where she found out what Grant and Kari did before they were on the show, and what advice they would give someone interested in more than a typical 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. job. Discover Mackinac Island.Gregory Angel Gregory Angel takes us on an exploration of Mackinac Island. Meet the
mayor of the island, Margaret Doud. Driving the DrunksLiana E. LaRue and M. Colleen Steinaway A look into the life of a Mount Pleasant Taxi driver. Clip Clip Buzz BuzzHolly Parker
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