Michigan Teen Celebrates Solo Flight: Curiosity Propels Achievement

TL/DR - Nolan McCleery, a 16-year-old sophomore at Washtenaw International High School, earned his student pilot’s license after completing his first solo flight. McCleery, who began taking lessons at the Ann Arbor Municipal Airport in May, is interested in space and sees piloting as a stepping stone toward becoming an astronaut. He is currently…

Local Court’s Landmark Ruling on Biometric Health Case

TL/DR - The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the state’s Biometric Information Privacy Act does not apply to health care professionals in hospitals. This decision was made during a case involving two nurses who sued their employers for using fingerprint-enabled storage for medication. The court found that Illinois law clearly exempts the use…

Top 3 Candidates for GRCC Student Life Director Unveil Vision

TL/DR - The Student Life Director position at Grand Rapids Community College has three finalists: Madison Creutz, Joseph DeDonato, and Valerie Butterfield. Madison Creutz is the current Assistant Director for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Grand Valley State University, with a focus on student conduct.…