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Project Pride helps residents reuse, recycle

Aseel Machi
June 6, 2010

Dozens of orange shirts filled the Abbott Center, 1400 Abbott Road, parking lot Saturday morning at an annual city initiative geared toward helping residents to recycle, reduce and reuse. Citizens stopped by the center with cars filled with recyclables as volunteers emptied out and sorted refuse including bicycles, televisions, electronics and cardboard. The project is a fight against rapidly growing landfills.

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Local artists showcase talent during Old Town chalk event

Ashley Brown
June 6, 2010

Covered with 70 packs of chalk, 20 participants and an extreme amount of imagination, the sidewalks of Lansing’s Old Town were ignited with colorful art during the second annual Chalk of the Town. The event was open to all ages and expertise, with participants ranging from professional graphic artists to Girl Scouts.

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Annual race to aid cancer cure

Emily Wilkins
June 6, 2010

The sixth annual Max’s Race will start at 8:30 a.m., Saturday June 26 at the MSU Auditorium. In addition to a 5K run/walk, the event also will include a one-mile run and a 100-yard dash for kids beginning at about 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., respectively. Jim and Natalie Matthews founded the race in honor of their son, Maxwell Chase Matthews, who died in 2005 from medical complications with spinal meningitis.

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Protesters rally against U.P. mine

Aseel Machi
June 3, 2010

An environmental rally Thursday at the Capitol, hosted by the Yellow Dog Watershed Preserve and the National Wildlife Federation, attempted to gain mass opposition in hopes of preventing a mining operation in Marquette, Mich., which protesters said could harm the surrounding environment.

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Razed homes make room for new apartments

Andrew Krietz
June 2, 2010

The fate of two lots located on Louis Street has become more certain with the demolition of two century-old houses Monday. Plans brought forth to East Lansing City Council last May by Community Resource Management Company, or CRMC, aim to construct a 12-unit apartment complex on both lots that could house up to 48 people, along with a two-level underground parking structure close to campus.

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U.S. House hopeful stops run, remains on Nov. ballot

Karen Confer
June 2, 2010

Citing a lack of funds and support from voters, Kande Ngalamulume on Wednesday announced the end of his campaign to represent Michigan’s 8th District, which includes East Lansing and MSU, in the U.S. House of Representatives, leaving Republican incumbent Mike Rogers the only candidate actively campaigning in the race. Both candidates were running uncontested in their party, leaving the outcome to the November election.

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Senator says no Mich. drilling

Karen Confer
June 2, 2010

An oil leak the magnitude of the current BP Amoco PLC oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico will not happen in the Great Lakes, said U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich. A federal ban on drilling for oil and natural gas in and around the Great Lakes was put in place temporarily in 2000 and then made permanent in 2005.

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Locals asked to be Lansing tourists

Karen Confer
June 2, 2010

The Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau is hosting the 16th annual “Be a Tourist in Your Own Town” event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For $1, participants can purchase a “passport” that grants them free admission to more than 50 Greater Lansing attractions and activities. For an extra 50 cents, participants will receive a stamp that allows them to ride the CATA bus system throughout the day.

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E.L. offers danglers for area businesses

Pat Evans
June 2, 2010

New decorative danglers likely will hang beneath the banners that line the streets of East Lansing. The Downtown Management Board, or DMB, will offer danglers for sale to East Lansing businesses due to merchant interest. The program began May 15, permitting downtown businesses to purchase danglers that hang underneath the “City of the Arts” and “Holiday” banners displayed during the summer and winter months.

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Chili recipes battle head to head Friday

Anthony Odoardi
June 2, 2010

The 15th annual Board of Water and Light Chili Cook-Off will take place from 5-9 p.m. Friday, in Lansing, at Adado Riverfront Park. Chili recipes from restaurants and organizations in the Lansing area will be judged in the competition and have a chance to win the People’s Choice Award, which is voted on by the attendees.

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Dirty Feat to host outdoor challenge

Pat Evans
June 2, 2010

A new event in East Lansing, will take participants through downtown East Lansing, is set to take place June 12. Dirty Feat is an urban adventure race consisting of teams of two competing in challenges, which include running, biking and orienteering.

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Residents invited to home parade

Pat Evans
June 2, 2010

Residents looking for new ideas for home remodeling will be welcomed at the 53rd annual Parade of Homes, which begins Thursday and runs until June 13. The event is hosted by The Greater Lansing Home Builders & Remodelers Association, or GLHBA.

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Bernero gains support of Michigan teachers

Karen Confer
June 1, 2010

In a move that could tip the scales in the 2010 gubernatorial race, the Michigan Education Association, or MEA, announced Friday that it is endorsing Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero, a Democrat, for Michigan’s next governor. The MEA is an East Lansing-based labor union that represents more than 157,000 teachers and education support staff throughout the state.

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Bowling event raises funds for Mission for Mercy

Meagan Choi
May 31, 2010

Community members participated in a bowling fundraiser Saturday at Marvel Lanes, 2120 E. M-78 Highway in East Lansing. An estimated $400 was raised for the mission trip, entitled Mission for Mercy, sponsored by Healthcare Ministries. Mission for Mercy trip members will travel August 20-31 to the Republic of Cameroon, Africa to help provide health care for impoverished residents.

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Mich. 'Click It or Ticket' campaign continues

Andrew Krietz
May 31, 2010

A $65 ticket might be the least of some students’ troubles as area officers stepped up patrol this past weekend and plan to continue during the week ahead in multiple enforcement zones for Michigan’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign, which runs May 24 through Sunday.

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Mine protest to be held at Capitol

Karen Confer
May 31, 2010

A rally to stand against the Eagle Mine Project, a potential copper and nickel mine in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, will be held at 11 a.m. The opponents of the mine project believe it will unnecessarily damage the environment.

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Women's Center to hold annual picnic

Karen Confer
May 31, 2010

The Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame will host its 26th annual Picnic on the Lawn from 5:30-7:30 p.m. This year’s theme is “Picnic Fiesta” and will feature Mexican cuisine and entertainment.