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28 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: The Anniversary

One year after the tornado Greensburg celebrates their tragedy to triumph with a visit from President Bush. + READ MORE

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28 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: Storm Watch

High School Juniors Taylor Schmidt and Shane Engleken run for class President. Studio 804 leaves town. And, a tornado threatens Greensburg once again. + READ MORE

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27 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: Hoop Dreams

Highlights include primary results, basketball team attempting state championships, and worries over future green initiatives. + READ MORE

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27 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: On the Road

Students from Studio 804 struggle to transport the arts center 270 miles to Greensburg during a huge rain storm. Steve Hewitt explores alternative energy ideas and the residents continue the slow process of rebuilding. + READ MORE

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27 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: Election

Bob Dixson and John Janssen square off for mayor in the first election since the tornado. The kids of Greensburg attend the Prom. Studio 804 shoots for LEED Platinum. + READ MORE

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23 Nov 2008

Greensburg Episode: The Primary

Elections are coming up in Greensburg and the green movement may be in jeopardy. The town gets a new water tower. Studio 804 threatens to abandon Greensburg. + READ MORE

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30 Sep 2008

Ron Shank: A Voice From Greensburg

Ever wonder what it is like to see your home, town and business torn asunder by a monster tornado? The clatter, the crashing, the stomach-knotting fear, the destruction, the desolation, the despair, the loss. Then to see it all rebuilt in an eco-responsible way? The hope, the dream, the goal and the green rebirth of the Kansan town of Greensburg. These stories are told well by the show, but I've always loved the excitement of first-hand accounts. + READ MORE

29 Sep 2008

Greensburg Episode: Back on the Map

The town has a lot to celebrate when a once-in-a lifetime national award puts Greensburg back on the map. The last days of summer see the opening of a pool and a blow-out 4th of July party as Greensburg looks towards the future. + READ MORE

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11 Sep 2008

Greensburg Episode: State of the Union

Greensburg is on the map and City Manager Steve Hewitt gets a surprise invitation from the White House.The townspeople are touched by corporate sponsors who help bring the town back to life by generous donations from John Deere and General Motors. + READ MORE

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5 Sep 2008

Greensburg Webisode, Vol. 11: Shane's Car

This webisode finds Shane Engelken hard at work building a cabin for his 82-year-old grandfather. Since he did not qualify for the low-income apartments in town, Shane's family decided to build him a log cabin, something Shane's grandfather has always wanted, on their property. + READ MORE

 
 
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