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End of project relieves local residents, businesses
Life is getting back to normal for residents and business owners impacted by the Abbot/Chandler Road project.
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Fuels, energy cause debate between House candidates
Energy conservation and alternative fuels remain top priorities of the candidates running to represent the 8th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Pedicure safety emphasized
With sandal season in full swing, East Lansing resident Stephanie Miller said she thought getting pedicures twice a month would not only make her feet ready for the beach, but also give her a chance to relax and be pampered.
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Cell phone health risks under debate
Over the past few years researchers have attempted to pin cellular phones as the culprits behind cancer, brain tumors and even attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD.
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Monday voter deadline for Aug. primary
For students looking to vote in the Aug. 5 Michigan primary, Monday is the deadline to register.
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Road opens earlier than expected
The Abbot/Chandler road reconstruction project was completed ahead of schedule, as both the northbound and southbound lanes opened to traffic Wednesday afternoon, according to a city of East Lansing press release.
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Word on the street
Why do you think people get crazy on the roads during a holiday weekend?
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Hazards of the holiday
Fourth of July weekend means hot dogs, fireworks and fun — but it can also mean an increased level of risk on the roads.
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Vacant downtown space to house tech companies
MSU students, professors and East Lansing residents who are looking to start up a technology-based business could soon have a place to do so.
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E.L. police host camp for students
Thanks to the Camp ELPD scavenger hunt around MacDonald Middle School, 11-year-old Brittany Price will know her way around when she enters 7th grade in the fall.
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Mich. group to host energy-efficient party
In order to spread awareness on energy efficiency, clean energy and global warming, Clean Water Action is hosting a Lights Out Party Thursday that will be run completely without the use of electricity.
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Downtown E.L. shops to host sidewalk sale through Saturday
Students and East Lansing residents can do their shopping outside this weekend by attending the annual East Lansing sidewalk sales.
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Fire experts warn Mich. residents of fireworks safety
Fireworks light up the Michigan skies every Fourth of July season with varying degrees of color, sound and power but East Lansing fire marshal, Bob Pratt said a lot of these displays are breaking Michigan law.
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LCC student given 60 days in jail for role in Cedar Fest riot
A 20-year-old Lansing Community College student was sentenced to 60 days in the Ingham County Jail for obstructing a police officer and assembling for riot during the Cedar Fest riot.
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Abbot/Chandler project expected to end early
Students living along the northern portion of Abbot Road won’t have to take a detour much longer, as the Abbot/Chandler reconstruction project is ahead of schedule.
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MSU, zoo help rattlesnakes
MSU is partnering with Central Michigan University and Potter Park Zoo to do tracking research on the state-protected eastern massasauga rattlesnake and eastern fox snakes to help prevent them from becoming threatened or endangered species.
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Homegrown company promises students high-tech employment
Liquid Web Inc. formally announced plans Tuesday to create 600 computer technology jobs during four years in the Lansing area with the creation of its third Lansing data center.
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Council to consider driving resolutions, parking lot issues
The East Lansing City Council will discuss rezoning plans for City Center II, expansion to city parking and a distracted driving resolution at its work session tonight.
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Health care proposal would level field, put pressure on state budget
Critics of a ballot proposal that would make the state responsible for providing affordable health care for all Michigan residents said the proposal might put too much pressure on the state’s already tight budget, while supporters said it will level the playing field for those who can’t afford coverage.