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Mitch Albom to sign books at local store
Journalist Mitch Albom will be signing copies of his book, "The Five People You Meet in Heaven," at 7:30 p.m.
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Veterans share memories of war, equipment
When Mel Buschman prepared to go overseas during World War II, he put everything he needed into a sack, including his dress uniform. But all Buschman eventually carried was a canteen, a jacket and a raincoat. "We slept 46 days and nights with nothing over our head but a raincoat," he said.
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Williamston art sale features local talents
Local art lovers can view or buy their favorite artists' work at the fourth annual "Art for the Soul" sale in Williamston on Saturday. Ten artists will exhibit and sell their work from 10 a.m.
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Local shelter benefits from angel fund raiser
Angels will be popping up all over town as the East Lansing UAW Non-Supervisory employees begin a campaign to benefit a local shelter and advocacy center. The event, on behalf of Child & Family Services, Capital Area and the Angel House project, offers a pin-up angel card to anyone who makes a donation to the Angel House shelter, 4287 Five Oaks Drive in Lansing.
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Absentee voting bill dismissed in Senate
A bill that would remove restrictions for absentee voting stalled in the Michigan Senate on Wednesday when legislators voted to leave it in a committee. The two-year session is scheduled to end Thursday and bills do not carry over into the new term. The bill, which was introduced by Sen.
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State police welcome new troopers
Pounding out a rhythmic beat with their heavy boots, 89 men and women marched into the Lansing Center's Main Ballroom as Michigan State Police recruits - and left as troopers. Recruits from the 120th Trooper Recruit School graduation were sworn in and received their trooper badges on Thursday, after about five months of intense training.
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Experts forecast drier winter
Snow enthusiasts might find less of the white powder than usual this winter, experts say. Winter temperatures are expected to be fairly typical, but snowfall is projected to be lighter this season, local and national meteorologists said. Throughout the winter weather season - defined by meteorologists as December through February - a weak El Niño system in the Pacific near the equator is going to lead to drier-than-usual conditions, said David Beachler, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service's Grand Rapids center. "We're pretty confident that the pattern we've forecasted for this winter is going to pan out," said Beachler, adding that even with the service's projections, nature can still be unpredictable.
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Michigan PGA moves to East Lansing area
The Michigan chapter of the Professional Golfers' Association of America is moving to the East Lansing area, which could help raise the prestige of local courses.
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Evening car accident leaves woman dead
A 34-year-old woman was killed by a police cruiser as she walked in the middle of an U.S. 127 ramp on Tuesday night, Ingham County Sheriff Gene Wriggelsworth said. Tina Marie Potter, who has no known address but has parents living in Ludington, was determined dead on the scene. Deputy Robert McElmurray was on his way to a call in Webberville, and as he exited northbound U.S.
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Granholm picked for vice chairwoman spot
Michigan's first female governor will join fellow Democratic governors in assisting her political party's cause. Gov.
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Legislators debate same-sex benefits
A Michigan state representative is constructing a House resolution to oppose considering domestic-partnership benefits in future contracts for same-sex state employees. Rep.
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Holiday nature event features family fun
The Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Meridian Township, is sponsoring "Holiday in the Woods" a seasonal family event. The event will take place from 10 a.m.
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Would a smoking ban at East Lansing bars and restaurants be a good idea?
"It would be a great idea. I hate going to the bar and coming home and reeking of smoke. The health risks are just as important even though it's not something you think about in the short-term." Erin Purdy communication senior "It would be a bad idea.
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Senate delays bill to allow state pipeline veto
The same day Rep. Michael Murphy, D-Lansing, held a town meeting to oppose a proposed gas pipeline running through Lansing, state senators announced they will not consider a related bill this year. Last month, the House passed a bill that would give the state government the power to decide if utility pipelines pass through city property on state-owned property.
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Winter festival will include chili, Santa
East Lansing will host its annual Winter Festival and Chili Cook-Off from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Marriott at University Place, 300 M.A.C.
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E.L. retailers react to new liquor law
Some local liquor retailers say they don't plan to raise their liquor prices in response to a gubernatorial decision that allows them to do just that. The bill, which Gov.
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ID theft trial moved to undetermined date
Former MSU student Denita Dorsey's circuit court trial was moved to an undetermined date, county court clerks said. The May graduate faces 27 charges for identity theft and fraud of more than $100,000 from earlier this year.
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E.L. council members to review renovations
East Lansing City Council members will get their first look at the semi-renovated East Lansing High School when they meet with the city's Board of Education tonight. The groups also will touch base on mutual concerns, such as snow plowing services, and will discuss the possibility of housing some school buses at a new East Lansing Department of Public Works site. Mayor Mark Meadows said the council is looking forward to touring the new high school during one of its quarterly meetings with the school district. "It was a big issue for the community when they voted to provide the school board with funds to make those changes," Meadows said. Construction on the $55 million project, which began in January 2001, is about 75 percent complete, said Paula Steele, principal at East Lansing High School. New music rooms, two gymnasiums, a 550-seat student union, an inside track and science laboratories are among the completed additions to the building, Steele said. The auditorium is scheduled to be completed in mid-December, and a media center will be finished by August 2005. "Everybody's been really patient," Steele said.
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E.L. officials discuss blighted designation
East Lansing City Council members said at a meeting Tuesday they would like to discuss the East Village blight designation with property owners who want to opt out of the area before the decision is made.
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E.L. Post Office opens new self-mailing center
With the swipe of a card and the push of a few buttons, local postal customers can now mail letters and packages themselves.