A former financial controller, Deborah Beaudoin, is in hot water for allegedly stealing over $215, 000 from Rose Moving and Storage. The fraud came to light in September 2023, when the Van Buren Township Police Department started looking into it. Homeland Security joined the investigation and found
St. Paul Public Schools didn't hold back when it came to convincing voters to support a new tax levy. They spent a whopping $125, 000 to get the word out. This included everything from lawn signs to YouTube videos featuring parents, students, and teachers. They even hired a consultant to help with t
In the world of education, teachers are often the unsung heroes. They see the daily challenges and know what students need. This is why DonorsChoose, a nonprofit, focuses on helping teachers get the resources they ask for. The organization has a unique view of what's happening in classrooms across A
A recent decision by the Education Department has sparked concern among nursing schools and professionals. The department's new rules limit borrowing for certain graduate programs, including nursing. This has led to worries about a potential shortage of advanced nursing professionals. Several Repub
Ukraine has shared a new 20-point peace plan with the US. This plan is a big step towards ending the war with Russia. But there are still some big disagreements. One big issue is about who controls what land. Ukraine and the US have different ideas. Ukraine wants to keep the land it has now. The US
A familiar face in Jackson County's education scene is getting ready to say goodbye. Kevin Oxley, the superintendent of the Jackson County Intermediate School District, has decided to retire after working in schools for a long time. He made the announcement in December, saying he plans to step down
Israel and Hamas are at odds again. This time, it's about who broke the truce in Gaza. Israel says Hamas is to blame. They claim Hamas hurt an Israeli soldier with a bomb in Rafah. Now, Israel is threatening to hit back. The Israeli leader, Benjamin Netanyahu, says Hamas must follow the rules. The
Harford County's schools are making big changes to how they hire teachers. This comes after a news report revealed that a man with serious charges was hired to teach. The school board president, Aaron Poynton, created a new policy to make sure this doesn't happen again. The new rules say that if so
FAT Brands and its former top bosses are in talks to settle a big money mess with the SEC. The issue? They allegedly used company funds to bankroll the CEO's fancy lifestyle. This isn't just about bad decisions; it's about breaking the rules. The SEC claims that between 2018 and 2020, the company lo
Small businesses today are finding success by focusing on what truly matters. They are not just chasing profits but building meaningful connections with their customers. Take Serenity Forge, for example. This game studio creates games that touch on deep emotions like grief and relationships. Their f
