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Small Town, Big Trouble: The Data Center Dilemma

December 20, 2025

In a small farming community near Ann Arbor, Michigan, a heated debate has been sparked by a recent decision made by the Saline Township Board of Trustees. The board chose to settle a lawsuit, allowing a massive data center project to proceed. This project, involving OpenAI and Oracle, has caused qu

business

Wall Street's Tech-Powered Rally: A Closer Look

December 20, 2025

Wall Street saw a boost on Friday, marking the second day of gains after some shaky starts earlier in the week. Tech stocks, especially those in the artificial intelligence sector, were the stars of the show. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both ended the week on a high note, despite some rough patches. The

crime

A Tale of Theft and Consequences: The South American Theft Group's Downfall

December 20, 2025

In a recent court case, two men linked to a group known as the South American Theft Group (SATG) were given prison sentences for their part in a burglary that took place in the Grand Rapids area. The group is suspected of stealing items worth $266, 000 from a home. The two men, William David Villarr

crime

Hate Symbol Stirs Concern at Michigan State University

December 19, 2025

A disturbing discovery at Michigan State University has sparked a police investigation. A swastika, a symbol often associated with hate and anti-Semitism, was found painted on the Chabad Jewish Center. This incident has raised concerns about safety and tolerance on campus. The East Lansing Police D

environment

Michigan's Move: New Laws to Control Data Center Growth

December 19, 2025

Michigan is taking steps to manage the rapid expansion of data centers. Three new bills aim to control water use, transparency, and costs linked to these large facilities. The legislation comes as more people in Michigan express worries about the impact of data centers on their communities. The bil

sports

Michigan's 2026 Recruits: What's Next After the Big Change?

December 18, 2025

Right now, Michigan's football team is in a bit of a mess. The coach, Sherrone Moore, was let go, and that has left a lot of uncertainty. This uncertainty is also affecting the recruits who had signed up to join the team in 2026. So far, only two recruits have decided to leave. Matt Ludwig, a four-

politics

Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

December 18, 2025

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

crime

Football Coach's Troubled Relationship Unveiled

December 18, 2025

A former Michigan football coach, Sherrone Moore, is in hot water after a series of disturbing events. Police reports reveal that Moore had a rocky relationship with a female football staffer. The staffer's lawyer claims that Moore had a history of domestic violence against her. On December 10th, M

sports

Michigan's Football Program: A Deep Dive into Misconduct

December 18, 2025

Michigan University is serious about finding out what's been going on in its football program and athletic department. They want to be sure they don't miss anything important. The interim president, Domenico Grasso, said this week has been tough for everyone involved. The trouble started when footb

business

Oracle's Michigan Data Center Deal: A Strategic Shift

December 18, 2025

Oracle Corp. has confirmed that the final talks for an equity agreement regarding their Michigan data center project are progressing as planned. Interestingly, Blue Owl Capital, a company known for financing large-scale data center projects, is not involved in this particular deal. This decision wa