Category: Local Culture
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In Memoriam: Carl “Mr. Positive” Bentson
Carl “Mr. Positive” Bentson passed away on December 18. He was 62 Years old. A lifelong West 7th resident, Bentson was known as “Mr. Positive”…
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God Bless Carl Bentson
There is a hole in the heart of West 7th Street now. Carl Bentson, 62, has died. He was a friend of many of us…
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A 1950s Gentleman-Type Doctor Exchange
I asked real estate sale guru-friend Steve Sprafka if he had any famous clients or notable sales recently. “Eric Clapton bought two 1969 Fender twin…
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West 7th Fort Road Federation January 2025
Holiday Decor Competition: Do you have a neighbor that wows you every year with their holiday decor? Nominations are now open for the third annual…
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A Very West End Holiday
This holiday season, there is lots to see and do in the area: from artisan craft markets to Broadway theatrical productions, and everything in between,…
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Local Author Writes the History of West 7th
Joe Landsberger has always been a student of West 7th history. Now he’s sharing some of that long-held, and much researched, knowledge with the rest…
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Thank you, West End
Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to those who have contributed to our Give to the Max Day campaign this year. Thanks to…
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Winter’s Gifts
Building Community The snow blower is ready to go. It is possible; of course, we will have another poor excuse for a winter, like last…
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New Asian Market Moving Closer To Opening
Viengchan Oriental Market is moving ever closer to opening its doors at the site of the former Cooper’s Foods, 633 West 7th. St. In a…
