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Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Since 1907
Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Calvin University's official student newspaper since 1907

Calvin University Chimes

Flint water crisis: where are we now?

Carolyn Muyskens
October 28, 2016

One year ago, on Oct. 2, 2015, Gov. Rick Snyder publicly acknowledged that high levels of lead had been reported in Flint residents’ water. Today, after a seven-month-long federal state of emergency...

Just how dangerous is lead?

Brianna Busschar
April 21, 2016

While Michiganders and anyone paying attention to the news lately know about the dangers of lead, it is probably less well known that lead poisoning and lead contamination affect people all across the...

Flint water crisis urges national response

Sophie VanSickle
February 19, 2016

Flint, Mich., was declared to be in a state of emergency due to the contamination of lead in their water on Jan. 6, 2016. As a result, Governor Snyder has been a recipient of severe complaints for not...

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Calvin supported water drive raises over 300 cases of water donations

Alden Hartopo
February 4, 2016

Senior Martin Cervantes successfully raised nearly 300 cases of water and 64 gallons jugs last Saturday for Flint residents affected by the ongoing water crisis. Around 50 students gathered on campus...

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