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A staffer left Interlochen amid abuse allegations. He later taught for decades and faced other allegations
When popular band director John Stanley Ross left Interlochen Arts Academy in 2000, he wrote a letter attributing his departure to personal reasons. Until recently, Ross’s true reason for leaving has been unknown to the public. His story is a part of a larger phenomenon called “pass the harasser.”
Grey and Bruce County leaders push for child care and rural funding at AMO
Grey County Deputy Warden Brian Milne said it’s like political speed dating. “That’s what it feels like.” Elected officials and staff from Grey and Bruce counties recently travelled to the annual Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa, which ran from Aug.16 to 19. It’s a chance for local officials to meet with […]
The Media Has Made Donald Trump Look More Coherent Than He Is. It’s Called ‘Sanewashing’
On September 5, 2024, after giving a speech about his economic plans for the United States, Donald Trump was asked what he would do, if re-elected president, to make childcare more affordable. Trump then offered a nonsensical, 374-word response: well, I would do that, and we’re sitting down — you know, … [continued]
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Michigan scientists concerned about proposed rule to politically control research funding
A new rule proposed by the White House’s Office of Management and Budget (OMB) would fundamentally change the way that federal funding is managed for scientific research — but for now, the Senate has blocked it.
University of Michigan chooses site for controversial “computing center” near Ypsilanti
The university announced Tuesday that it has selected a 144-acre parcel on Textile Road in Ypsilanti for the $1.25 billion project.