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Former Contestant on The Voice Shares his Singing Talents by Michele Earle El Monte
Justin Grennan, one of Mountain View School District’s new members of the Maintenance staff is a man of many talents and he recently shared his vocal talents with students and staff at La Primaria School. Grennan, was a contestant on season one of the hit TV show, The Voice where his exceptional singing led to
him earning one of the top 16 spots in the competition as a member of Christina Aguilera’s team. The La Primaria Cubs were very excited to learn of their hard working Maintenance man’s celebrity status and were impressed with his awesome singing which kicked off a great school day. “I see Mr. Justin working around our school a lot and I didn’t know Mr. Justin could
sing and play the guitar,” said a student. “I watch The Voice and it’s cool that he was on the show. He’s a really good singer and I’m glad he sang for us.” Grennan sang the National Anthem and the popular song Happy. Students clapped, danced and sang along to the upbeat tune. “It’s great to be here and perform for you today,” said Grennan. “La Primaria is a great school and I’m happy
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Film Rebel with a Cause by Annick J. Downhower National
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From film star to race car driver to foods entrepreneur to charitable benefactor, Paul Newman led a full and generous life. For his contributions to the arts and to philanthropy, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) will honor him with the release of a stamp this Friday, September 18. Acting was not Newman’s original focus. Following World War II Navy service, he entered college to study economics. But, when bar room conflicts got him kicked off the football team, Newman took up drama to productively channel his energy. He graduated and eventually landed on Broadway in “Picnic.” His success on stage led to stardom as rebel leads in films such as “The Hustler,” “Cool Hand Luke,” “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” and “The Sting.” When he grew tired of being offered the same types of roles, Newman turned to directing films, including Oscar-
nominated “Rachel Rachel” which stars his wife, Joanne Woodward. Over his career, Newman was nominated for 10 Oscars, winning Best Actor for 1986’s “The Color of Money.” He received an honorary Oscar in 1985 and was awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 1993 for his charitable pursuits. His film career also introduced Newman to auto racing. He fell in love with the sport while making 1969’s “Winning.” He continued racing until age 82, each year changing his race car’s number to reflect his age. In 1980, Newman unintentionally got into the foods business when he bottled his homemade salad dressing and gave it as gifts to family and friends. In his own words, “It started as a joke that got out of hand.” The dressing was so popular, he was encouraged to sell it to grocery stores. Thus began the Newman’s Own all-natural foods line. It also
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