It seems like it is now a place to complain about football, facilities, housing, and other offices. There are no rumors to confirm - only complaints that could best be handled by calling departments to request help. I don't think it looks very good for the University for prospective students, parents, and other people to see these type of complaints that random people, who are too lazy to ask the appropriate office, submit. Many of your points are valid. The importance is that the Rumor Mill is informative and accessible and that it encourages people to seek answers to their questions.
Safety is always our primary concern.
On September 15, I put in a work order to have light bulbs replaced in MG 131, where I teach BI 381 Genetics. It's hard to see the board when the front of the room is dark. So, almost two weeks later, it's still dark. When we called to find out about the progress of the job, we were told that everything was backed up because of homecoming. Sorry about the inconvenience, VP Fox has addressed the issue.