MICHIGAN

Red Cedar River drainage dispute prompts lawsuit against Lansing

Michael Kransz

April 6, 2014

The owner of a Lansing-area shopping center is taking the city of Lansing to court over allegations that city officials are using a proposed drainage project to underwrite construction costs on a private development on the Red Cedar Golf Course property.Brought against the city by Lansing Retail Center LLC, which owns Frandor Shopping Center, the lawsuit claims a proposed drainage project will make the Red Cedar Golf Course viable for construction using taxpayer dollars from a proposed special drainage assessment.

BASEBALL

MSU baseball completes sweep of Siena, adds to streak

Robert Bondy

April 6, 2014

By Robert Bondyrbondy@statenews.comTHE STATE NEWSnnMSU baseball used 12 hits and another stellar outing from its pitching staff to complete the three-game series sweep of Siena on Sunday afternoon, winning 5-1 at McLane Baseball Stadium at Old College Field.The game was a one-run game until junior right fielder Jimmy Pickens brought in three runs on a first-pitch double in the bottom of the seventh to seal the win for MSU.

MICHIGAN

Attorney General moves to expedite same sex marriage appeal

Emily Jenks

April 6, 2014

Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette moved to quicken an appeal against a federal judge’s ruling on Michigan’s gay marriage ban by filing to expedite it.

SOFTBALL

Spartan softball swept by Penn State at home for Big Ten Conference losses

Omari Sankofa II

April 6, 2014

Despite warm, sunny weather, the MSU softball team (8-24 overall, 1-8 Big Ten) couldn't break its cold streak against Penn State, falling 6-0 at Secchia Stadium

MICHIGAN

Annual antique book show highlights heritage in books

Kary Askew Garcia

April 6, 2014

History freshman Jacob Mccormick fingered through a bin of local antique pamphlets and at the Michigan Antiquarian Book and Paper Show at the Lansing Center on Sunday and picked a light blue program to add to his collection.

FEATURES

NPHC hosts annual Stroll Off competition

April Jones

April 6, 2014

Whether it was in groups of three or 15, members of MSU’s National Pan-Hellenic Council brought their best moves to IM Sports West  or their annual Stroll Off.

FEATURES

Comedians from MTV's 'Girl Code' perform racy routine for students

Erin Gray

April 6, 2014

The International Center was packed on Saturday night  as students gathered for a comedic stand-up show by cast members of the MTV show, “Girl Code.”  The show features various comedians talking about topics such as boyfriends, farting, makeup, pregnancy scares, jealousy and more.

MSU

Students compete in weekend Sports Night

Ben Stram

April 6, 2014

MSU students showed their knack for athleticism at IM Sports-East during Sports Night, a social and sporting event hosted by University Activities Board, or UAB.

MSU

Students remove trash from Red Cedar River for cleanup

Sierra Lay

April 6, 2014

The only thing more exciting than riding bikes around campus: pulling them out of the river.

BASEBALL

Spartan baseball sweeps Siena in doubleheader

Omari Sankofa II

April 5, 2014

MSU baseball used stifling pitching to go 2-0 on Saturday, sweeping a doubleheader against Siena at McLane Baseball Stadium at Old College Field.

SOFTBALL

Softball loses to Penn State, 7-3

Robert Bondy

April 5, 2014

MSU softball failed to take advantage of multiple scoring chances, falling to Penn State 7-3 Saturday afternoon at Secchia Stadium.

SOFTBALL

Softball falls to Penn State, 9-3

Omari Sankofa II

April 4, 2014

On a dreary, gray afternoon with chilly winds and puddles of rain outside, the MSU softball team (8-22 overall, 1-6 overall) fell to Penn State (8-22, 1-6) at Secchia Stadium, 9-3.

MSU

Constitutionality of ASMSU president decided in a week

Kary Askew Garcia

April 3, 2014

The All University Student Hearing Board discussed the issue that was recently brought up by ASMSU College of Engineering Representative Christopher Baldwin about an alleged election code violation during the special election in February.

BASEBALL

Spartan baseball falls to Lugnuts in Crosstown Showdown

Robert Bondy

April 3, 2014

LANSING — MSU baseball failed to take advantage of key offensive opportunities and fell, 3-2, Thursday night in the eighth annual Crosstown Showdown against MLB minor league foe Lansing Lugnuts at Cooley Law School Stadium.

BASEBALL

Fans brave cold for Crosstown Showdown despite MSU loss

Omari Sankofa II

April 3, 2014

LANSING — Despite less-than-ideal temperatures and dreary skies, Lansing grandparents Edward and Charlene Buss couldn't pass up the opportunity to take their grandsons, Collin Moore, 10, and Lucas Moore, 8, to an MSU sporting event.

FEATURES

Happy hours

April Jones

April 3, 2014

A night out in East Lansing can mean anything from a escape to Ireland to Long Island Iced Teas strong enough to keep customers buzzing all night.It can mean belting out show tunes to a crowded room or munching on salty crack fries that are as addicting as the name implies.

MICHIGAN

Dreams beyond the plate

Erin Hampton

April 3, 2014

For some, working at Brody Square might not exactly be a dream job.

MICHIGAN

Residents have until Monday for ice storm debris removal

Michael Kransz

April 3, 2014

Residents have until Monday to bring all ice storm debris to the curb for removal as is, with some residents struggling to meet the deadline.

MICHIGAN

Lansing hosts celebration of Sparty creator

Sierra Lay

April 3, 2014

Many students would admit they’ve taken a selfie with the Sparty at the intersection of Kalamazoo Street and Chestnut Road.

FOOTBALL

Jones looking to step up at middle linebacker

Robert Bondy

April 3, 2014

The middle linebacker has been notoriously known as the quarterback of the defense, and for the last three seasons, minus the 2014 Rose Bowl, Max Bullough has been that guy for MSU.