Stories By Brent Raeth
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Opinion
/ 7 days agoThe Role of Social Media in Shaping Thought and Behavior
It was midnight, and sixteen-year-old Emily lay in bed, her face illuminated by the glow of her phone screen. She had...
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Opinion
/ 3 weeks agoThe Rise of Overprotective Parenting: Shielding Children from Growth
It was a warm summer afternoon when eight-year-old Jackson begged his mother to let him walk to the neighborhood park alone....
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Opinion
/ 1 month agoThe Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure
It was a typical morning at a suburban high school when a controversy erupted. A teacher had invited a local journalist...
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Community
/ 1 month agoWhen the Home Goes Silent: How the Decline of Parental Involvement Is Undermining Education
The role of parents in their children’s education has long been recognized as a cornerstone of academic and personal success. However,...
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Business
/ 1 month agoCivic Membership Decline: Why Community Isn’t Dead—It’s Just Different
Last weekend, I attended Rotary President Elect Training (PELS), where I joined incoming club presidents from across our district to prepare...
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Business
/ 2 months agoStoney Ridge Winery: Bringing Passion, Exceptional Wine, and Hospitality to Montague
With strong community support, a commitment to quality, and a reputation for excellence, Stoney Ridge Winery is a destination for wine...
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Community
/ 2 months agoTrigger Warning: You’re Going to Get Mad
Both conservatives and progressives claim to stand for truth and justice, yet both sides frequently engage in hypocrisy and flawed reasoning....
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Community
/ 2 months agoNBC Middle School Design Thinking Team Showcases Innovation at West Michigan Design Prize
Though the competition was intense, the NBC Middle School team demonstrated exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills.
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Business
/ 2 months agoStrengthening the Future: Connecting Local Manufacturing and Education
This pivotal event will bring together educators, industry leaders, and local stakeholders to discuss how best to prepare students for careers...
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Community
/ 6 months agoElection Day: The Culmination of Your Civic Duty
As Election Day arrives, the months of preparation, research, and anticipation culminate in a single action: casting your vote. This is...
