Local music festival raises $1,000 for children's organization

By Joseph MontesThe State NewsWhile playing and listening to the music he loves, a Lansing resident was able to help a local organization.John Krohn put on the third annual Krohnstock in Stockbridge's Memorial Park on Saturday exposing local music, and benefiting the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lansing Inc. The organization links volunteers, who serve as mentors, with at-risk children."We're in the wide-open country where you can walk around barefoot," Krohn said.

Legislatures work to prevent allergy deaths

Michigan lawmakers are working to prevent deaths from severe allergic reactions by passing legislation requiring all ambulances to be equipped with adequate drugs to quickly relieve patients.State Rep.

Video depicts LBGT struggle

Lansing - All the struggles, advancements and setbacks the pride movement has endured for 15 years were showcased in the form of a video on Saturday.The movie aired every 15 minutes throughout the 2003 Annual Michigan Pride LGBT March, Rally & Festival in Lansing, and featured news articles of lesbian, bi, gay and transgender endeavors and interviews, interlaced with photos of past rallies and people from across the state.The collaboration, "One Voice

STUINFO allows guest access

STUINFO isn't just for students. Since the launch of guest authorization to the student information online system, about 1,200 guests have logged on to view students' financial aid and billing information.

Faculty positions filled by Board of Trustees to join 'U' in July

The MSU Board of Trustees was busy appointing new faculty to the university at its meeting June 5.

Police briefs 06/12/03

Bill would set election days

In an effort to increase voter turnout and save school districts and local governments money, a bill introduced in the state House would establish a set number of election days in Michigan.Sponsors and supporters met at the state Capitol Wednesday to discuss the legislation."This is about the voters, we need to make this as simple as possible," Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land said.

Fishing for charity

Firefighters substituted their hoses for fishing poles Wednesday.Several Lansing area firefighters gathered for the first "Firefighters Fishing For Kids" event at Lake Ovid in Sleepy Hollow State Park, 7835 Price Road, in Laingsburg.

Students charged in connection with disturbances move to pretrial

MSU students charged in the March 28-30 disturbances waived their right to arraignment in Ingham County's Circuit Court Wednesday.Ian Bailey, Brian Balamucki, Daniel Callton, Kimberly Martin, Miguel Miranda and Tony Warren's rights to arraignments were waived by Judge James Giddings in the 30th Judicial Circuit Court.The disturbances the students were charged with followed the MSU men's basketball team March loss in the NCAA tournament.

Program offers free drug tests

The Lansing Police Department is handing out free drug tests for parents to test their children.Lansing police Sgt.

'U' consultant receives award

Barbara Steidle is not used to being in the spotlight.As the university's consultant, she spends most of her time working behind the scenes making sure MSU runs smoothly.But on Tuesday, Steidle stepped out of the shadows and into the spotlight to receive the 2003 Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award from the Michigan American Council on Education Network for Women Leaders in Higher Education."She's a woman pioneer at MSU and in the state," said Martha Tack, the state coordinator for the network.

Police briefs 06/11/03

Hey Sparty, it's your BIRTHDAY

A 9-foot 7-inch ceramic statue celebrated its 58th birthday Monday. Sparty, considered to be the world's tallest free-standing ceramic sculpture, had a party thrown by him by Johnny Spirit.

LCC to hire officers with federal grant

Lansing Community College Police & Public Safety department will be hiring two more full-time police officers to protect its growing student body.LCC was awarded a $150,000 federal grant through the Community Oriented Policing Service's Universal Hiring Program to employ the officers.

Director to leave Wharton Center

The curtain will fall on the career of the man responsible for much of Wharton Center's success during the past 11 years.Executive director William Wright announced Tuesday he will step down from his position at the end of the 2003-04 season."I am a person of many interests and wish to have the time to explore these interests," Wright said in a statement.

Restaurant guide

Coffee and dessertsBeaner's Gourmet Coffee1331 E. Grand River Ave. (517)333-9710 270 W.

City council members instill sense of community for 'U'

As students cross Grand River Avenue and explore East Lansing, city officials are hoping to instill a sense of community. "I welcome everyone to come and explore East Lansing," Councilmember Beverly Baten said.

A resource guide on where to get out and get down - under 21

You can't drink yet, legally anyway, which means you can't even enter many of the Lansing area's nightclubs or bars after 9 p.m.

Entertainment Guide

Movie theaters Celebration Cinema 200 E. Edgewood Blvd. in Lansing (517)393-7469 Call for showtimes. Located off Interstate 96 Elmwood Plaza 8 Theaters 936 Mall Drive (517)321-3300 Call for showtimes.

Lofts provide more space

As fall semester nears, MSU students will return to campus and take that first step toward setting up their room for the new school year - building a loft. For the past 25 to 30 years, MSU students have chosen to accommodate more space in their dorm rooms by having a loft built. University Housing Director Angela Brown said the word has gotten out about lofts because students have been contacted with flyers and heard of them through friends. "We don't encourage them because if not constructed properly, they can be a safety hazard," she said.