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MSU study helps identify arrogant bosses
Arrogance in the workplace can lead to problems, such as lack of productivity and an uncomfortable work environment.
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Bugs invade children's garden
Three-year-old Aubrey Howe was all smiles Tuesday morning as she let a Vietnamese Walking Stick sit on her hand at the Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden.
Lilly Keyes
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158th annual Ingham County Fair brings tradition, fond memories
The 158th annual Ingham County Fair isn’t just a place to go when you’re having a craving for a corn dog or a ride on the Tilt-A-Whirl. For some, it’s a tradition that has been passed down through generations.
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Muslim community fasts for religious understanding for month of Ramadan
After dealing with personal struggles, Pang Lo discovered love and faith in the religion of Islam. And now in her observance of Ramadan, she has found the ability to thrive in it.
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Face Time: Susan McGillicuddy
Republican candidate for the 69th district House of Representatives seat Susan McGillicuddy said she’s ready to move up.After serving as the Meridian Charter Township supervisor for 12 years, she wants to try her hand at state politics. The State News sat down with McGillicuddy to speak about her campaign.
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Dairy Store creates new Diamond Jubilee flavor among others for fall
With only about a month left before the fall semester, the Dairy Store already is busy at work getting ready for the next rush of students with a few new flavors being released in the next month.
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MSU Dubai will offer new law programs
Students wanting to learn about the American legal system and increase their chances of finding work can now take classes taught by MSU professors at MSU’s Dubai campus to receive a Master of Laws degree.
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Summer blooming
Ferris State University sophomore Ian Wenk waters plants at the Beal Botanical Garden on Monday, July 30, 2012. Wenk is working at the garden for the summer.
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East Lansing bars, restaurants await crowds of Olympic spectators
The 2012 Summer Olympics just started in London, but the Olympic flame is taking a while to spark in East Lansing bars. The bars haven’t experienced big crowds to watch the games just yet, but hope they will as the games progress.
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Face time: Sam Singh
With the primary election coming up next week on Aug. 7, the three Republican candidates and two Democratic candidates for the 69th district seat in the House of Representatives are in the last stretch to reach out to voters. The State News will profile each of the candidates this week, starting with Democrat Sam Singh.
Darcie Moran
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Lansing car show displays old vehicles, local pride
John Michels bought his 1924 Dodge nearly 60 years ago so he could go fishing while at college; but this Saturday, his car was helping him catch more than fish — it helped him catch attention. The Lansing resident was one of more than 150 car enthusiasts who showed off their wheels at the 20th annual Car Capital Celebration at Adado Riverfront Park, 300 N. Grand Ave., this weekend.
Adam Toolin
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Senior citizens enjoy 7th annual Senior Prom
In 2008, Bill Cleary lost his wife of 48 years, along with all social life, forcing him into a shell. With a push from his daughter, Cleary, 89, decided to attend the Senior Prom in 2009, a dance held for senior citizens, and he has not missed the event since.
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Making an Impact
Journalism senior Jesse Wiza said she spends a lot of her summer days listening to music in preparation for her show, “Sit Or Spin.”
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Candidates use advertising to try to get votes
When Susan Schmidt campaigns door to door, she is surprised by the connection she feels with the community. On Tuesday, the Democratic candidate for the 69th district House of Representatives seat spent about eight hours speaking with voters about their concerns, many of whom she visited before.
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Community rallies for misfiled petition
Anyone near the Michigan Supreme Court building Wednesday morning probably heard chanting by a large group rallying outside, but might be surprised by the topic of their protest.
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Face Time: Manager of MSU Bikes Service Center Tim Potter
MSU Bikes Service Center, formerly run through the Physical Plant, has joined the Surplus Store and Recycling Center. The Surplus Store and Recycling Center currently sells bikes from time to time, but it does not offer repairs or have as steady of a stream of merchandise as the MSU Bikes Service Center.
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Neat cars come to Lansing this weekend
Lansing will turn into a display of the area’s antique, rare and collector cars when the 20th annual Car Capital Celebration kicks into gear this weekend. The family-friendly event will take place July 28 at Adado Riverfront Park, 300 N.
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Research forum held in Engineering Building
Tuesday, about 225 students, all dressed in their best, flooded the northwest wing of the Engineering Building to participate in the Summer Undergraduate Research Forum. The forum was attended by students from about 60 universities from across the country, and a few from Puerto Rico.
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Heat-related illness increases 89 percent during heat wave
With an increase in heat-related illnesses after the recent heat wave, the Department of Community Health urges residents to be careful when temperatures rise.
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City Council continues debate on City Center II, St. Anne's
East Lansing City Council has a loaded docket for its work session scheduled for 7 p.m. today at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road. Among a number of items, council will discuss moving forward with the now defunct City Center II project and possibly take action on a special use permit which would allow for the completion of a fifth floor on the St. Anne’s Loft projects.