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	Local kids use the power of speech to convey black leaders' dreams By Misty Moore, , Christina Toney, For most kids, memorizing speeches is boring. But for King's Kids, memorizing speeches means doing something for the community. King's Kids is a local oratory team which tries to help local youth become more knowledgeable about black history. Working out of the Martin Luther King Multi-Service Center, the organization teaches kids of any race the works of famous African-Americans, such as Mar
	AFTER THE RACE TRACK By Christina Toney, , Tracey Miller, 14 The sleek, long greyhound approaches speeds of 40 miles per hour as he chases the decoy rabbit around the track. He glides to the finish just behind the seven other dogs in the pack. Little does he know this is his last race. The dog's trainer calls to him beyond the finish line. The greyhound rushes to the trainer and nuzzles his leg, showing love. The man doesn't respond but leads the dog t
	Vet's patients range from dogs to iguanas By Christina Toney, , Tracey Miller, 14 Imagine coming to work in the morning and finding a dog, a horse or even an iguana in your office! For Dr. Ann Pierson, this sort of situation happens on a regular basis. No, Pierson doesn't live in the Twilight Zone, nor is she incredibly unlucky. Pierson is a veterinarian at the Allisonville Animal Hospital. It is her job to treat all sorts of animals every day. She explains the versatility