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About Greensburg

On May 4, 2007, a deadly tornado struck Greensburg, Kansas, ripping the town to shreds.Still, the spirit of the citizens of Greensburg are what make the journey most inspirational, as they are ordinary, everyday people of great character who choose to face adversity head on and create a better life for themselves.

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On the Scene in Greensburg

With more than 1,500 people displaced by a tornado and scores waiting to return to their homes, Pilgrim Films is on the ground in Greensburg, KS creating a documentary of the destruction and green rebirth of the town. Pilgrim Films Executive Producer Kathryn Takis answered some questions for Planet Green on the anniversary of the tornado.

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CBS' Early Show in Greensburg

CBS' The Early Show was in Greensburg to help with the reconstruction and to document the action via their series, "Tragedy to Triumph: Greensburg Rising."

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Barack Obama Commends Greensburg's Eco-friendly Example

The warning sirens that went off in Greensburg on May 4, 2007, signaled what could have been the end of this small Kansas town. Almost two years later, President Barack Obama called Mayor Bob Dixson to Washington, DC, to honor Greensburg's efforts.

 
 
 
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