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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the West Mifflin area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
features
spring 2017
14 Library Revival Allegheny County Library Association( ACLA) libraries are at the epicenter of shifts in education and workforce development.
17 Special Section: Home Improvement Get inspired with these amazing smart home, outdoor kitchen and bathroom makeover ideas.
23 All Things Spring! Shed your winter coat and get started on this list of fun ways to enjoy the spring season— right in your own backyard.
28 Parks & Recreation Whether you love to bird-watch, picnic, bike or fish, there’ s a perfect park nearby to help put some spring back in your step.
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This spring, residents can enjoy outdoor recreation and family fun at parks in and around the West Mifflin area. See story on page 28. departments
2 From the Publisher 6 IN the Loop: What’ s News in West Mifflin 8 IN Good Taste: Buzz, Sushi Chef, Umai 10 IN Person: Airman Joseph J. Walters 32 IN Focus: West Mifflin at a Glance
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Industry Insights 7 Eye Care: Associates in Ophthalmology 13 Senior Care: Southwestern HealthCare Center
Dining Out 22 Mulligan’ s Sports Bar & Grill
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