On Tuesday, Susan Schmidt — an East Lansing educator and former chief of staff to Rep. Mark Meadows, D-East Lansing — will challenge fellow Democrat Sam Singh in Tuesday’s primary to become the state representative for the 69th district. The State News talked with Schmidt about her biggest concerns for the state.
In 2008, Beijing hosted the Summer Olympics for the world to see. The children at the Lil’ Olympians Sports Camp are too young to remember the games, but fast forward four years, and the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, is teaching children the Olympic basics.
The coming months will be crucial for the East Lansing Fire Department as city officials discuss a study conducted by Plante Moran concerning collaboration between the department and five other local municipalities.
The 158th annual Ingham County Fair isn’t just a place to go when you’re having a craving for a corn dog or a ride on the Tilt-A-Whirl. For some, it’s a tradition that has been passed down through generations.
After dealing with personal struggles, Pang Lo discovered love and faith in the religion of Islam. And now in her observance of Ramadan, she has found the ability to thrive in it.
Republican candidate for the 69th district House of Representatives seat Susan McGillicuddy said she’s ready to move up.After serving as the Meridian Charter Township supervisor for 12 years, she wants to try her hand at state politics. The State News sat down with McGillicuddy to speak about her campaign.
The 2012 Summer Olympics just started in London, but the Olympic flame is taking a while to spark in East Lansing bars. The bars haven’t experienced big crowds to watch the games just yet, but hope they will as the games progress.
With the primary election coming up next week on Aug. 7, the three Republican candidates and two Democratic candidates for the 69th district seat in the House of Representatives are in the last stretch to reach out to voters. The State News will profile each of the candidates this week, starting with Democrat Sam Singh.
John Michels bought his 1924 Dodge nearly 60 years ago so he could go fishing while at college; but this Saturday, his car was helping him catch more than fish — it helped him catch attention. The Lansing resident was one of more than 150 car enthusiasts who showed off their wheels at the 20th annual Car Capital Celebration at Adado Riverfront Park, 300 N. Grand Ave., this weekend.
In 2008, Bill Cleary lost his wife of 48 years, along with all social life, forcing him into a shell. With a push from his daughter, Cleary, 89, decided to attend the Senior Prom in 2009, a dance held for senior citizens, and he has not missed the event since.
When Susan Schmidt campaigns door to door, she is surprised by the connection she feels with the community. On Tuesday, the Democratic candidate for the 69th district House of Representatives seat spent about eight hours speaking with voters about their concerns, many of whom she visited before.
Anyone near the Michigan Supreme Court building Wednesday morning probably heard chanting by a large group rallying outside, but might be surprised by the topic of their protest.
Lansing will turn into a display of the area’s antique, rare and collector cars when the 20th annual Car Capital Celebration kicks into gear this weekend. The family-friendly event will take place July 28 at Adado Riverfront Park, 300 N.
With an increase in heat-related illnesses after the recent heat wave, the Department of Community Health urges residents to be careful when temperatures rise.
East Lansing City Council has a loaded docket for its work session scheduled for 7 p.m. today at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road. Among a number of items, council will discuss moving forward with the now defunct City Center II project and possibly take action on a special use permit which would allow for the completion of a fifth floor on the St. Anne’s Loft projects.
Lansing resident Raquel Sanchez puts together a floral arrangement at B/A Florist, 1424 E. Grand River Ave., Monday. Sanchez, a flower designer, said she loves her job because she is able to play with the flowers and be creative.
Two weeks from today, polling places across the state will be filled with citizens casting their ballots for Democratic and Republican candidates for local, state and national office. But living in a college town can complicate matters, as many students are torn between voting for East Lansing candidates and returning to their hometowns.
One weekend each summer, the sidewalk along Grand River Avenue is covered in tents offering savings on a variety of items. But for customers attending this year’s Sidewalk Sales event, the merchant participation was much more sparse.
A local business hopes to encourage healthy lifestyles for East Lansing citizens when it opens later this summer. The Haven, an alternative sports shop located at 543 E. Grand River Ave., will offer yoga and disc golf equipment, as well as an environment for students to get together and hang out.
While Holt resident Zach Burton, left, fires a foam arrow, as Lansing resident Jim Case and Holt resident Lexie Morgan, 15, chat during their family reunion in Patriarche Park, 1100 Alton St., on Sunday.