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Nancy Eve Cohen
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Monday marked 15 years since a strong EF-3 tornado ripped through Hampden County. The storm of June 1, 2011, caused tremendous damage in Springfield.
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We meet newly appointed Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities Juana Matias, find out about the Pre-Pride Party being thrown by the River Valley Democratic Socialists, and have Live Music Friday with The Glad Machine.
Ayu Suryawan
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Today on The Rundown, we discuss the reasons behind ongoing college closures, what's next for the PVTA after finding success in fare-free rides, and the legacy of two local leaders who passed this week.
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