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December grad overcomes obstacles to earn dental school admission
KOKOMO, Ind. — As Gracie McClain’s parents drove her to an emergency room, she couldn’t help but think her lifelong dream of becoming a dentist was gone. “It was really scary,” she said. “I temporarily lost my ability to speak properly. Everything that came out of my mouth was gibberish, and I couldn’t see very well. It was a very unusual experience.” McClain, who was 17 at the time, learned within a few days she’d had a stroke. Luckily, it didn’t have long-term effects — and did not keep her from
Coworking Space Available!
We are excited to announce we will be hosting a coworking space at The aMPersand on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9am-1pm. Not only will there be reliable Wi-Fi, but there will be accountability to be productive with others. While there will be accountability, there will also be community! Studies show that we are more productive when our brains take breaks every so often and connect with others. What a perfect space to do this!We will also offer 10% off your entire purchase if you select one of
America at 250: Reflections on Community Exhibit at Minnetrista
What does it mean to be an American? Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore this question in America at 250: Reflections on Community, on view April 4 through October 25, 2026, in the Center Building’s Gallery 2. As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this interactive exhibition centers on the people and perspectives that shape American identity today. Through dialogue, storytelling, and shared reflection, visitors are invited to consider their own experiences—and how individual
Lisa Edwards on How Marion Works: The Podcast
Catch the Latest How Marion Works Podcast ft. Lisa Edwards of MFD