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ArtPrize Oasis Welcomes ‘A Joyful Noise’ After Vandalism Incident

TL/DR - Mary Seger, an artist whose windchimes were stolen from her ArtPrize piece, was offered assistance by ArtPrize and the community to move her artwork to a safer location, the ArtPrize Oasis. At this venue run by ArtPrize, Seger's work will have overnight security. Following the ArtPrize event, the chimes will be sold, ranging from $30 to…

Starbucks Scandal: Man Faces Charges for Concealing Cameras in Restrooms

TL/DR - William Mcalpin Aycock IV has been charged with felony secret peeping. This follows the discovery of hidden cameras in the bathroom of a South Asheville Starbucks. The arrest was made by the Asheville Police Department. Hidden Cameras Found in Asheville Starbucks Bathroom, Man Charged A man identified as William Mcalpin Aycock IV has…

UMich Experts Evaluate UAW Strike Impact on Michigan

TL/DR - The United Auto Workers Union (UAW) has gone on strike after failing to secure a contract agreement with General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis. Around 13,000 union members are demanding a 36% pay rise over four years, improved benefits, shorter work weeks, and the abolition of tiered pay. With Michigan making up 19% of all U.S. automotive…

Grand Rapids’ Sole Abortion Clinic Shuts Down

TL/DR - The Heritage Clinic for Women, the only procedural abortion clinic in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has closed due to the death of its medical director and gynecologist, Dr. Thomas Gordon. Patients in need of procedural abortions now have to travel hours to find alternate services. This has increased wait times at the next closest center, Planned…