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A cut above
The barbershop is a classic symbol of Americana and is a tradition that continues today, inspiring some unexpected connections.
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Hello, my name is Jessica Stroud
Hailing from the small town of McBain, Mich., Jessica Stroud, 21, was only 12 years old when she decided she wanted to be a part of the rodeo life.
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Guilt-free feasting
Thanksgiving means a host of classic American dishes — roasted turkey, creamy green-bean casserole, sweet, squishy cranberry sauce and warm, fluffy stuffing. But this annual feast sometimes comes with a side of guilt, as one more slice of pumpkin pie may call for loosening your belt or taking a long nap.
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Thanksgiving alternatives
For those who are not going home to the food, family and traditional Thanksgiving festivities, there are options here in East Lansing.
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Thanksgiving playlist
Sure, times have changed since the Pilgrims and Native Americans were exchanging peace, love and small pox, but one thing remains the same — a hell of a lot of food.
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Take proper actions to stop staph infection
I exercise daily on campus. Recently, my family doctor diagnosed me with having a staph infection called MRSA.
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Holiday more about family than eating
Call me crazy, but Thanksgiving is not about the food.
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Face time: Peter Richards
Peter Richards, 33, is an MSU alumnus and the director and curator of (SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St., a free alternative-art gallery in downtown East Lansing that features a variety of contemporary artwork.
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Walks, runs tradition at Thanksgiving
Whether you typically stay home or conquer sales on Black Friday, this weekend offers other activities that can keep you moving and energized before or after the coveted holiday dinner.
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Nonalchoholic Thanksgiving drinks
So you’re burning your feet off next to the fireplace, your adolescent cousins are trying to convince you to play “chubby bunny” and your mom has asked you to do so many things that you’re contemplating running away to Nepal to become a Sherpa. You need a good drink.
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Author, columnist writes book about boozing experiences
When it comes to drinking, Dan Dunn is a man who knows what he’s talking about.
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Pulp magazine collectors gather for show
For just one day, men on biplanes fought the German war machine while masked avengers prowled the dark streets for criminals. Scantily clad women gazed seductively and occasionally roamed the jungle, while intrepid space explorers boarded art deco rocket ships to Venus.
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MSU student returns after ninja warrior competition in Japan
Editor’s note: Colin Bell was first profiled in The State News on Aug. 9. Economics junior Colin Bell took this semester off from MSU classes to travel to Japan. Not to do an internship or to study abroad — but to be a ninja warrior.
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Freshmen fifteen Q's
College is a whole new world for many freshmen traveling campus for the first time. The State News sat down with one of these brave explorers to get a glimpse, in 15 questions or less, at a new face on campus and their perspective on their new frontier.
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Prayer power
As morning gives way to afternoon, the cold wind blowing outside, a congregation comes to its feet at their pews and chairs. The church, with its crisp white walls and maroon carpet, stays warm with the heat of two fireplaces. Eight windows line the room with lit candles on their sills.
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Night moves
After a long night out with friends or buried beneath a pile of books, hunger inevitably strikes. Look no further than the streets of East Lansing to satisfy all those late night cravings.
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Hello, my name is Ray Walsh
What started as a way to pay for college eventually became Ray Walsh’s passion.
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Menna's creator dubs corner store 'hang out'
After 11 years as a Lansing resident, former MSU student Joe Conrad, 29, finally put his food industry management studies to use.
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Winterizing exercise routines combines interests, abilities
While the urge to hibernate may creep up in the coming months of finals, frigid weather and holiday festivities, there are still plenty of opportunities to keep moving.
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High heels: Still uncomfortable
As I write this on this chilly Thursday afternoon, my feet are throbbing. My heels are raw, and my toes are crunched into a position that would make even the most enthusiastic foot binder proud.