Madelyn Turrill is a student teacher in the English Department at Salem High School.  She is also a 2020 Canton High School graduate and a former staff member at 88.1 the Park.  Ms. Turrill is a student at Michigan State University.  88.1 the Park’s, Alyssa Ajai, talked with Ms. Turrill about student teaching, the love of reading, favorite teachers and her time at 88.1 the Park.  This interview was originally aired on March 19, 2025.

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Local businessman, Don Soenen, recently opened  a restaurant and fine dining establishment in Plymouth’s Old Village area.  Chicane is at the former site of Stella’s Trackside and Station 885.  The restaurant will feature live music and includes a banquet space.  88.1 the Park’s Station Manager, Bill Keith, spoke with Soenen about the restaurant’s inspiration and the benefits of being located in Plymouth and Old Village.

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Madelyn Turrill is a student teacher in the English Department at Salem High School.  She is also a 2020 Canton High School graduate and a former staff member at 88.1 the Park.  Ms. Turrill is a student at Michigan State University.  88.1 the Park’s, Alyssa Ajai, talked with Ms. Turrill about student teaching, the love of reading, favorite teachers and her time at 88.1 the Park.

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The Rock Shop at Salem High School has been raising funds for a local family dealing with Angelman Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.  The campaign is also working to raise awareness of the work of the Angelman Syndrome Foundation.  88.1 the Park’s, Claudia Fisher, spoke with Salem Marketing Teacher and Rock Shop Coordinator, Cristina Scappaticci, to learn more about their efforts.

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The Park Players Theater Company at Plymouth-Canton Educational Park will present The Dreamer on Friday and Saturday March 7 and 8, at 7:00 p.m. at the DuBois Little Theater at Canton High School.  The play was written by Irish Playwright, Liam Finnegan, at the request of the Park Players.  The play opened February 28 and March 1.  Following the one act play, Finnegan will read a short story and take questions from the audience and actors.  88.1 the Park’s News Director, Anya Read, spoke with Park Players Associate Director, Jennifer Neumann and Finnegan.

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