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WEMC cuts back "Democracy Now!"
Show is too "polarizing," says EMU as board member threatens to withhold funds

Amid rumors of unethical donor influence, appalled listeners are questioning EMU’s decision to reduce air-time for "Democracy Now!" on the EMU radio station, WEMC, from a daily afternoon rush-hour show to once a week at 6 p.m. Friday. Read more...

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One on one with Amy Goodman

Calling the diminishing of diverse media voices the “Clear Channeling of America,” Amy Goodman, the petite, but energy-packed host of "Democracy Now!" took time to talk with the Weather Vane before her rousing speech to an estimated 425 people at Community Mennonite Church Saturday night. Read more...

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Men’s soccer opens promising season

With one of the largest rosters in recent years, this year’s men’s soccer team hopes to also be one of the best. Read more...

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Field hockey prepares for difficult season in 2004

With only seven returning players from the 2003 ODAC championship team, this season will present a challenging transition for the Lady Royals. Read more...

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Shapiro rocks Hillside

On August 31, the day before classes began at EMU, a multitude of students congregated in Hillside Suites to celebrate the last night of summer with some live music. Second floor hosted the solo music of EMU sophomore Mark Risser, followed by well-known local band Shapiro. Read more...