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Virus infects DTN network

Sarah Mcevilly
August 27, 2003

For students living in apartments owned by DTN Management, logging onto the Internet has been anything but easy.DTN-owned properties were no exception to one of the latest computer viruses to hit the nation - the Msblast worm, also known as "blaster." On Tuesday, it caused a complete shutdown of DTN's computer network, affecting about 14 complexes and 1,200 students. The virus had slowed down the MSU campus computer network, which is still experiencing minor problems.

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Student pleads guilty to false police report

The MSU student who said she was sexually assaulted in East Lansing last month has pleaded guilty to filing a false police report.Jenna King, 19, could face a maximum penalty of 93 days in jail and $500 in fines when she is sentenced Sept.

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United Way begins funding campaign

Meghan Gilbert
August 27, 2003

Despite last year's $2 million embezzlement scandal, the Capital Area United Way has kicked off its 2003 fund-raising campaign successfully, organization leaders said. The campaign officially began Monday and with early contributors including Fifth Third Bank, the nonprofit organization is already on schedule to meet or exceed the $6.9 million raised last year. The number of pledges from Fifth Third Bank rose 14 percent this year with a 59-percent increase in total dollars raised, said Jim Paul, the bank's vice president regional manager.

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City council debates name for 6-acre park

Scott Bartosiewicz
August 27, 2003

The name of a six-acre piece of land on the Lansing River Trail will depend on city councilmembers' definition of memorial. "A park should be named after someone who did something great for the community and someone the people remember and respect," Lansing resident Darnell Oldham Sr.

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Theta Delta Chi granted extension for repairs

Allison Lucy
August 26, 2003

After facing condemnation from East Lansing officials over the summer, the members of Theta Delta Chi were granted a one-month extension to finish repairs on their house.Members have been meeting since July to fix up the house, 139 Bailey St., after it was found in violation of East Lansing housing codes."They have been making excellent progress, however, there are still some more minor things to take care of," said Jean Golden, East Lansing deputy city manager.

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Bookstores lure students for shopping

Scott Bartosiewicz
August 25, 2003

While trying to enjoy a slice of free pizza, Dana High attempted to balance a stack of books, hold onto a box of free samples and look for her other class requirements. The zoology sophomore was one of hundreds of students wandering around the city this weekend searching for books and enjoying free promotions.

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State compiles list of blackout losses

The Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division has collected reports from local communities detailing costs incurred following the August blackout that hit eight states and areas in Canada. A final report of all losses will be presented to Gov.

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E.L. schools might delay start dates by 2 weeks

Sarah Mcevilly
August 25, 2003

Summer isn't over yet for students in the East Lansing Public School District. Students, teachers and administrators were expected to return to classrooms today, but with construction continuing at East Lansing High School and MacDonald Middle School, school officials decided to delay the beginning of the school year by as much as two weeks. "We need safe and appropriate working conditions for the kids," East Lansing Superintendent Thomas Giblin said.

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Fraternity repairs their chapter

Sarah Frank
August 15, 2003

Armed with hammers and nails, Lysol and scrub brushes, more than 15 members and alumni of the Theta Delta Chi fraternity worked together to repair the chapter's house, which was found in disrepair by East Lansing housing inspectors in early July.

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Legislation attempts to curb spam

Antonio Planas
August 15, 2003

Internet users might see a reduction in the high number of solicitation e-mails, also known as spam, because of a new state law.The law, known as the Unsolicited Commercial E-mail Protection Act by the state House, requires bulk e-mailers to include the letters "ADV:" as the first four characters of all spam e-mails.The bill, introduced by Rep.