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GRPS Honors Deceased Staff Member: Grand Rapids School Tribute

TL/DR - Mike DeLano, a 59-year-old worker for Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS), was killed in an accident involving a riding lawn mower at Brigg's Park. DeLano, remembered as a kind man and dedicated employee, was honored by a procession of GRPS team members at his funeral on September 26. Despite the efforts of witnesses and first responders,…

Arizona Legislator Slams ‘Misguided’ Homeless Housing Plan in Mesa

TL/DR - Mesa city officials are considering purchasing a motel for $7.4 million to provide shelter for unhoused residents, a part of the Off the Streets Program that started in 2020. This decision has provoked criticism from some state lawmakers and concerns from residents related to public safety, property values, and the use of American Rescue…

Discover Free Food & Merch with MDex: UMich Students’ Ultimate Guide

TL/DR - Three University of Michigan students, Julius Stuhec, Charles Zhong, and Pranav Thotakura, have developed an app called MDex that keeps users informed about free offerings at campus events. The app has been downloaded over 1,700 times since its release on August 23. The developers plan to expand the app to campuses across the US after…

Google Funds Tech Training for Apprentices at Community Colleges

TL/DR - Google is investing $2 million into apprenticeship programs in the Carolinas through a grant to Urban Institute. The funding will provide on-the-job training, classroom education, and mentorship to assist small and medium-sized companies in recruiting and retaining personnel in tech roles, such as software development and data analytics.…