Growing up on a small farm might seem like a strange place to pick up the trade of antique upholstery and restoration. But one small-town girl’s hobby has launched a career that spans more than three decades, focusing on refinishing “grandma’s old chair” to the beautiful piece of furniture it once was.
The East Lansing Planning Commission weighed in on whether to demolish a gas station to build a new apartment complex and whether to build a bar on the first floor of The Residences, 300 Grove St. during public hearings at Wednesday’s meeting.
On Tuesday evening, President Barack Obama laid out his 2013 plans for millions of Americans during his State of the Union address.
You might think politics has nothing to do with love, but even lawmakers step in the path of Cupid’s arrows now and again.
Howard Akumiah spent his Tuesday night in front of two screens: one playing the historical face off between the Spartans and Wolverines, and the other broadcasting the president’s plans for the nation in the upcoming year. “The State of the Union had sound but the game was silent,” he said.“I was a good Spartan and I kept abreast of some political issues.” Akumiah was one of about 20 MSU Roosevelt Institute students and millions of Americans to watch President Barack Obama’s State of the Union Address, an annual synopsis of the president’s goals for the upcoming year and the progress of the country.
An overview of safety regulations for St. Patrick’s Day, 50/50 reporting violations for restaurants and a new sushi restaurant on Lake Lansing Road were discussed during the East Lansing City Council’s regular work session Tuesday.
Michigan law enforcement officers now have the authority to shut down medical marijuana dispensaries after a new court ruling was issued Friday, potentially forcing thousands of county residents to find a new way to purchase the drug. The Michigan Supreme Court issued a 4-1 ruling Friday affirming medical marijuana dispensaries can be shut down under Michigan’s public nuisance law.
A chair and bottles were reportedly thrown from the sixth floor South Case Hall study lounge, a window screen was cut, and derogatory comments were written on whiteboards early Saturday morning, according to MSU police reports and an email to residents from their resident assistant, or RA, obtained by The State News.
Students and community members will have their chance to speak out regarding a proposed apartment complex on Michigan Avenue and a new restaurant that will be located in The Residences, 300 Grove St., during Wednesday’s upcoming East Lansing Planning Commission meeting.
The East Lansing City Council will be holding its regular work session Tuesday to discuss opening a sushi restaurant on Lake Lansing Road, changes to the driving lanes on Michigan Avenue and an overview of safety regulations for St. Patrick’s Day.
Although it might seem cliché or creepy to admit, there’s a distinct, strange quiet in your mind the moment you pull the trigger on a gun.
Two reported assaults on campus this weekend, including one rape, are under investigation by MSU police.
Jessie Still said he first heard the voice of God when he was 8 years old.
After national controversy erupted on a Michigan bill mandating transvaginal ultrasounds prior to an abortion, Michigan legislators dismissed concerns and clarified the bill would do no such thing.
The deadline for submissions to the city for developments plans for a former City Center II property ended at 2 p.m.
Armed with a new name and management, Secrets Night Club is ready to take on a theme new to the club scene in the Lansing area.
The week before Valentine’s Day means extra work for Ruth Leyrer, who spends the holiday preparing floral arrangements. “I have been in the business over 40 years, so I must be a glutton for punishment,” joked Leyrer, owner of Bancroft Flowers, 1417 E. Michigan Ave., in Lansing.
Changes are coming to Chandler Crossings, both in the form of management and new apartment renovations. The Woodlark Companies, Westpac Campus Communities and Torchlight Investors purchased Chandler Crossings from Long Wharf Real Estate Partners LLC in a multi-million dollar acquisition that was executed Jan. 31.
East Lansing currently is under a winter storm warning in preparation for heavy snowfall expected this evening.
After three companies purchased Chandler Crossings for more than $101 million, students are left with questions about changes the switch of ownership might bring.