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Hagadorn Road work to begin Monday

Kristen Daum
February 27, 2007

Beginning Monday, avoid Hagadorn Road near MSU's campus. If you don't, you'll face a detour. Hagadorn Road will be closed from East Grand River Avenue to East Shaw Lane until mid-August, while the Ingham County Road Commission constructs a new bridge across the Red Cedar River. The $2.3 million project involves turning the four-lane, 90-foot bridge into a six-lane, 117-foot bridge by the end of the summer.

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Greek house gets face-lift

Kristen Daum
February 27, 2007

One MSU fraternity house has been sold and another is up for grabs. The MSU chapters of Delta Upsilon and Beta Theta Pi became inactive during the past year, and the chapter houses went vacant as a result.

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WEB EXTRA: Local elementary school holds fundraiser for class trip

Petra Canan
February 23, 2007

An array of red, white and green balloons, paper flowers and handmade signs transformed the Marble Elementary School multipurpose room into the Italian bistro "Ristorante del Marmo" for a special cause. MSU students lent a helping hand to the community serving up hot food at the fourth grade spaghetti dinner at 5:30 p.m.

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Carjacking defense: Wrong man charged

A jury will continue deliberations tomorrow in the Deandre Smith's carjacking trial after spending about four hours sequestered Thursday. Smith, 26, a Detroit resident, is charged with stealing a 2002 green Chevrolet Malibu at gunpoint from an MSU student Oct.

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Inmate refuses to testify in Brown case

Cash Kruth
February 23, 2007

Lansing — An inmate with one of the men charged with the 1973 murder of Martin V. Brown refused to testify Thursday, saying doing so would endanger his life. Michael Vincent Emerson told the court he would not answer any questions because it would compromise his safety.

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40-day Lenten season began Wednesday

Tara Thoel
February 22, 2007

For many MSU students, Wednesday was the start of a 40-day period of reflection, fasting and charity. Bethany Peerbolte, a member of the Lutheran Student Organization, said sacrificing something for 40 days isn't too much to ask compared with everything Jesus has done for her.

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Initiatives to boost Mich. economy

Alex Altman
February 22, 2007

Michigan's struggle to emerge from its looming budget deficit might be eased by new developments being made in its capital city. "One of the key pieces of the governor's plan to revitalize Michigan is to ensure that we have vibrant cities, including Lansing," said Michelle Begnoche, a spokeswoman for Gov.

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Proposal endorses alternative fuel

Alex Altman
February 20, 2007

Proposed legislation in the Michigan House of Representatives could require state agencies to start the statewide movement to use alternative fuel. The proposal, which would amend the Management and Budget Act, would require all motor vehicles purchased or leased by state agencies to be capable of running on an alternative fuel by October. Republican Rep.

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Salon opens new locations

Cash Kruth
February 20, 2007

Michiganians don't have to go far for relaxation or comfort. One step into a Douglas J facility and customers become guests. The East Lansing-based salon is expanding to offer its services throughout the state, opening its latest branch in Grand Rapids. "We saw a need for a school on the west side of the state," said Andrea Liebart, vice president of marketing for Douglas J.

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City sells E.L. goods to celebrate 100 years

Kristen Daum
February 20, 2007

Residents can commemorate East Lansing's Centennial Celebration with keepsakes. They can be purchased at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road. Log on to www.cityofeastlansing.com/centennial or call (517) 319-6927 for more information.

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Council to hear from residents

Kristen Daum
February 19, 2007

From dog leashes to mandated recycling, residents can share their thoughts on multiple issues during this week's East Lansing City Council meeting. Time for public hearings is provided during the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

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Ex-wife lied to police in '73 case

Cash Kruth
February 16, 2007

Lansing — The ex-wife of a man charged with the 1973 murder of an MSU student testified she lied to police about her ex-husband's involvement in the crime Thursday. Roberta Price, ex-wife of Kumbi Salim — who is charged with the murder of Martin V.

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Student's design takes 2nd

The design — a sidewalk twisted like an awareness ribbon, hitting a brick wall emblazoned with bronze plaques in honor of the 529 Michigan police officers who've lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Program keeps E.L. kids active

Matt Flint
February 15, 2007

Ashley Harmon seemed confident of a win Wednesday night. As the fifth-grader's team sat back, the opponents wildly threw balled pieces of paper into a trash can. "I think we're going to win," Harmon said.

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Senate birth-control bill draws support

Alex Altman
February 15, 2007

The Planned Parenthood Affiliates of Michigan called on state legislators Tuesday at the Capitol Building to join them in fighting the country's problems with unintended pregnancies. The "Prevention First" initiative was established to expand access to birth control and accurate sex education on both national and statewide levels, said Sarah Scranton, executive director for Planned Parenthood affiliates of Michigan. "Improving access to preventative health care, supporting healthy families, should be a shared statewide goal that we all can agree upon," Scranton said.