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E.L. parks, recreation programs losing money

Jaclyn Roeschke
May 25, 2004

East Lansing city officials are not getting the return investment expected from two of the city's parks and recreation programs. In the midst of another budget crunch, officials are looking at alternative ways to increase revenue with the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, and Active Living For Adults, the city's adult daycare program. The city's annual budget this year will contribute almost $1.2 million from its general fund to the Parks and Recreation Department.

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WEB ONLY: E.L. Family Aquatic Center to open Saturday

Jaclyn Roeschke
May 25, 2004

The City of East Lansing Family Aquatic Center opens its 2004 season Saturday. The center features water slides, a zero-depth pool, room for sunbathing, an interactive play area and a wet-dry sandbox. Located on Abbott Road, just north of Lake Lansing Road, the center offers 10-day as well as daily passes.

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Racers compete for 'U'

Sarah Al-ramadhan
May 24, 2004

MSU took 34th place out of 129 teams at the International Formula SAE Racing Competition this weekend at the Pontiac Silverdome, due in part to a disqualification during one of the contest's events. The team was disqualified during the endurance event on Saturday, costing the team a crucial 400 out of 1000 points.

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Local group holding fund-raiser for statue

A $75,000 life-sized bronze sculpture of Ransom Eli Olds might soon be appearing in Lansing. The committee, "A City's Ransom in Bronze," has taken up the project and will be holding fundraising events to raise money for the tribute.

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Rise in cigarette tax might not affect spending

Evan Rondeau
May 24, 2004

Michigan smokers might not have to face another cigarette tax increase this year, but some local business owners and residents say any potential increase would have a minimal effect on smokers' buying habits. Doc Wallace, owner of 7-Eleven, 311 Grove St., said smokers will continue their spending habits regardless of whether there is a tax increase.

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Michigan highways might suffer from federal reductions

Evan Rondeau
May 24, 2004

Increasing congestion on Michigan highways could cost businesses and commuters in the state hundreds of millions of dollars a year if something isn't done to relieve it, state transportation officials say. The statements come in response to a federal highway spending reauthorization bill that has spent months stagnating because the White House is refusing to accept two proposed versions.

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Center to host event with Wharton official

Jaclyn Roeschke
May 24, 2004

The first executive director of the Wharton Center, Ken Beachler, will speak at noon on Thursday at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road. The speech will include Beachler's memories about Wharton Center headliners he encountered, including Duke Ellington and Tony Bennett. Lou and Harry's Five-Star Deli, 245 Ann St., will cater the day's lunch, reservations are required and tickets are $10. Call (517) 337-1113 for more information.

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Motorcycle safety emphasized

Rebecca Mcnulty
May 20, 2004

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Michigan and the Secretary of State's office wants to make drivers of all vehicles respect each other on the road. Earlier this month, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land also presented the Department of State's "Motorcycle Rider and Safety Education Program." The program is not new, but was recently moved to the Department of State from the Department of Education.

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Veterans Day

Sarah Al-ramadhan
May 20, 2004

Lansing- The Michigan branch of the Volunteers of America hosted an event to help serve those who had once, in turn, offered their own services to the country. "The sun has never shone brighter in Lansing all year long," state Rep.