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MICHIGAN

Mid-March snow makes for slippery sidewalks, altered bus routes

Sara Konkel
March 12, 2014

The immense snowfall in the middle of March led to a number of problems for commuters throughout East Lansing because of altered bus routes and unplowed roads and sidewalks.National Weather Service meteorologist William Marino predicted teperatures to be around 5 degrees below zero by sunrise Thursday, but said no more snow is expected. Afternoon temperatures could rise to the upper 20s. 

MSU

MSU officials unveil updated model for student services

Olivia Dimmer
March 12, 2014

MSU revealed their 21st century model for student services during a town hall meeting Wednesday. Vice President for Student Affairs and Services Denise Maybank said the model she presented was not set in stone and invited attendees to give their feedback and offer ideas.

FEATURES

Fashion show to display student creations

April Jones
March 12, 2014

It’s not a typical fashion show. The garments aren’t brand name and include wood, plastic and metal elements.For the past four years, students have challenged their designer skills to participate in the Apparel and Textile Design Fashion Show.

NEWS

Snow ordinance amended to ensure safety of students

Name: Kelsey HainesYear, Major: Senior supply chain248 978 6671What street do you live on:GroveWere you responsible for shoveling your own snow this year:Yes we were. three people.Was it a hassle:i would say yes especially over breaks. we wren aware if there was snow fall so we would get fined if there was any because we weren't there to remove it.Did you or any of your roommates ever receive a ticket for not shoveling your snow:yes. just 1, it was $85What do you think of the new snow removal ordinance:i think thats probably for the best considering the students have breaks where theres still potential of snow and we don’t have a lot of control over our driveway and sidewalks when we’re gone so it would be really nice. City Council:GeorgeWhat is your opinion on the new snow removal ordinance:i think its going to fix several problems with the snow removal issue. by shoveling within 48 hours of snowfall it could fix multiple snow falls. the violation will encourage people to have clear sidewalks. we need to have sidewalks lear so our real purpose is that ppl can travel the sidewalks safely and we think these changes make that more likely.What was the reason for holding management companies responsible for snow removal rather than the renters: problems trying to enforce it. we went back and tried to determine ho they were issuing te tickets to and they and to communicate with the owners to see who to issue the tickets to. it was avery burdensome process that slowed it down significantly. hopefully it will encourage them to get the sidewalks clear. the purpose is to simply make sure that our sidewalks can make safe travel so the ppl arent forced to walk on the streets.

MSU

Open for business

Kary Askew Garcia
March 12, 2014

There is nothing more exciting to Megan Baughman than seeing the finished product of her intricately crocheted pieces, from scarves to animal-themed coffee cup cozies.Baughman, an advertising masters student, began creating colorful crocheted products in January for a fun hobby and ended up making it a business. Despite the three hours it takes to make a scarf and headband set, Baughman said she loves the feeling she gets while spending time working on it.