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Local hip-hop showcase to bring diverse performance to city

MSU alumni Tyrell Slappey and Marcus Edwards were tired of hearing the same repetitive songs on the radio in their days on campus. When the pair began creating their own hip-hop beats three years ago in their Hubbard Hall dorm room, they knew it was the start of something big. After graduating from MSU, Slappey and Edwards became part of a group of eight hip-hop artists called High Royalty.

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Movie remakes worth reflection

With the premiere of “Footloose” approaching and dozens of movie remakes at the box office in the past few years, I can’t help but notice that Hollywood has been taking lessons from the television industry recently — movie producers have resorted to reruns.

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Knowledge could give saving grace

Throughout my life, I have come to know several people who have attempted or had thoughts of suicide, which isn’t uncommon, considering suicide is the third most common cause of death among young adults age 15-24, according to the American Association of Suicidology.

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E.L. brings unique blend of sounds for Folk Festival

On Friday, the Great Lakes Folk Festival will invade East Lansing, bringing music and different cultures together for the three-day event. The festival, — entering its 10th year of existence — will feature 17 musical groups and artists, a variety of food vendors and a Green Arts marketplace, which will showcase goods made by vendors who reuse and recycle materials.