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Victim in NBA player assault is female MSU student
According to court records, Taylor and the victim "had a dating relationship."
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Jemele Hill, Homecoming grand marshal, discusses her time at MSU
ESPN columnist Jemele Hill, a journalism alumna and former reporter for The State News, will serve as the grand marshal for the 2014 Homecoming.
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New Year is brought in at Rosh Hashana
Not everyone celebrates New Year’s on Dec. 31. Some people are celebrating it starting Sept. 24 this year.
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E.L. Jimmy John's locations report credit card data security breach
Students who purchased food from Jimmy John's in East Lansing between June and August should be on the alert for becoming victims of credit and debit card fraud, as the franchise announced today it became aware of "a possible security incident," at some of its stores, including two in East Lansing.
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MSUFCU named best workplace by Detroit Free Press
The Detroit Free Press has named the MSU Federal Credit Union number one in the large-employer category
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MSU students bussed to New York City for weekend climate march
Members from MSU Greenpeace took a charter bus to Sunday’s rally, organized to draw the attention of the delegates attending Tuesday’s U.N. Climate Summit.
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East Lansing to test upgraded parking meters
The 300 block of Albert Avenue will test 10 new, modern parking meters for six months.
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MSU, Lansing area alike celebrate International Day of Peace
Community members came out to various events to recognize the International Day of Peace, which is celebrated on September 21. The day was designated by the United Nations in 1981 as an attempt to send the message across the world that we need peace, said Lynn Bartley, president of the Greater Lansing United Nations Association.
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Former MSU research wins Ig Nobel Prize
A former MSU doctor was recognized last week for his part in a unique research study that showed that salt-cured pork may be an effective way to stop severe nosebleeds.
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ROTC cadets learn weapons, survival skills in weekend training
“For the freshmen, this is the first time some of them have ever shot a weapon in their life,” Cadet Sean Woods said.
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Student business incubator expands workspace
MSUFCU provided the Hatch with a three-year gift, funding the workspace's growth from 1,135 square feet to 2,549.
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Zipcar comes to downtown East Lansing
Car sharing service Zipcar now has two official parking spots in downtown East Lansing.
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Chandler TapHouse to host grand opening Sept. 27
General Manager, Craig JensenWe have dollar pint night on Thursdays…. dollar domestic drafts all day (hope to bring students in)From 3-7 happy hour everyday, $2 domestic pints and $2 single-well drinks “We’re just a great upbeat venue where you can come to watch sports games while having a drink.” Grand opening the 27th Might have different beer vendors We have a DJ Donny D playing that night All day…start at 11:00am close at 2:00am Jim King, bartender EL resident All day Thursdays= dollar pint night…. only dollar pint night in EL (thing that makes them unique)“This is the taphouse, we have to provide.”47 beers on draft Game day specials…we feature at $5 Sparty island which is basically a green long island…personal cocktailEvery bartender has their own personal cocktail list and people come in to see them specifically….”our bartender continuity is fantastic”We also have the most seats at our bar than any place in EL…it varies but they generally have around 52 “Once our grand opening hits, we expect to be absolutely slammed”
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Student organization works to assist homeless expecting mothers
MSU student organization FAMILY will hold a baby shower for pregnant homeless women.
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Casting call for 'Batman v. Superman' movie released
Casting Talent, a casting talent agency out of the United Kingdom and the Michigan Film office, are looking for extras for the filming of "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice" in mid-Michigan next month.
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Decriminalization of marijuana to be on November 2015 ballot in E.L.
A proposal that will allow adults 21 and older to use, possess, or transfer one ounce or less of marijuana on private property was submitted by Coalition for a Safer East Lansing to be voted upon on November’s ballot.
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East Lansing to accept household items through curbside recycling program
Residents of East Lansing will have the opportunity to recycle their clothing at the curb by the end of October.East Lansing’s Environmental Services Administrator Catherine DeShambo said that Simple Recycling, a company dedicated to recycling household appliances and clothing, would start operating in
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East Lansing ranks as No. 2 in 'Happiest Small Places in America'
East Lansing and Royal Oak ranked in ‘10 Happiest Small Places in America.’
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Breaking barriers
Many international students pursue degrees and careers, forcing them out of their comfort zones. It isn’t easy. But both MSU and East Lansing are taking steps to ease the transition.
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Sweet Lorraine's serves up macaroni and cheese on opening day
Lorraine Platman and her husband, Gary Sussman, co-own the store and are MSU alumni.