MICHIGAN
Meridian Township reassessing its deer population
The deer hunting season has come and gone in Michigan, nut local officials still are looking for ways to manage the deer population.
SPORTS
Wrestling team prepares for rival Michigan
After two recent losses to top-ranked Big Ten teams, the wrestling team will need to have control this Friday when facing Michigan, a rival who ranks No.
BASKETBALL
MSU football, basketball programs have faced similar challenges
It’s well documented how much the football and basketball programs at MSU are intertwined. Tom Izzo loves how the football program is run, and how head football coach Mark Dantonio runs his team, and Dantonio feels the same about Izzo. The basketball team traveled to Indianapolis to cheer on the football team in the Big Ten Championship Game, and some of the football team, led by “Yes man” Travis Jackson pumped up the Breslin Center crowd in the Big Ten home opener. Izzo said many times that he dreams of the day when the football and basketball teams will both win national championships, and that dream seemingly is getting closer to a reality if the results continue as they currently are. The fact that MSU has not lost a Big Ten game in football and men’s basketball in the 2013-14 academic year, and that conference power Ohio State hasn’t gotten a win in either sport since facing off against MSU reinforces that right now is a good time to be a Spartan. But that doesn’t mean the term “just like football” doesn’t apply to the entire season on the court, and not just after wins against the Buckeyes. The comparisons begin before last season even ended. Both had somewhat disappointing seasons after the football team finished the regular season 6-6 in 2012, and the basketball team finished 24-7 with three losses in their last five games. And both had some success in the postseason that increased the pressure on each team the following season. The football team got out to an interesting start in 2013, with a few lackluster performances and a quarterback controversy, while the basketball team had to deal with a plethora of injuries. Connor Cook eventually settled in under center and got into an unprecedented groove, while the basketball team trudged through their schedule with nine different lineups in 14 games to get off to the best start in program history.
NEWS
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow speaks out about invasive Asian carp
On Wednesday U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., said current proposals to stop Asian carp are incomplete and urged citizens to voice their opinions. The proposals, compiled by the Army Corps of Engineers in the Great Lakes and Mississippi River Interbasin Study, describe eight options for controlling the entry of invasive species into the Great Lakes. But Sen.
ICE HOCKEY
U-M game takes on added meaning as Spartan hockey heads to Detroit for rivalry series start
It was evident in the smiles, jokes and comments as players left the Spartan locker room on the lowest level of Comerica Park on Dec. 28 that MSU hockey was pleased with its performance that evening.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
MSU women's basketball looks for win against Illinois
For some of the players on the women’s basketball team, Thursday’s home game against Illinois will be business as usual.
COMMENTARY
Don’t be afraid to apply for jobs, get work experience before graduation
It’s that time of year again. The time where the three-letter word we’re all dreading is on the burning to-do list. It’s a word that changes you into a grown-up and confirms, despite our willingness to accept it, your employment status. J-O-B.
COMMENTARY
How to start your internship search
Has the return of the Polar Vortex got you thinking more and more about warmer weather and summer? As you sit and daydream about temperatures rising above 75 degrees and possible new challenges and experiences that may come your way, include doing an internship in your summer plans.
SPORTS
Wrestling in need of victory after losses to Minnesota, Iowa
After two recent losses to top-ranked Big Ten teams, the wrestling team will have to focus on having control when facing Michigan this Friday, a rival who ranks No.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Column: Basketball season has parallels to championship football run
It’s well documented how much the football and basketball programs at MSU are intertwined.
NEWS
Alaskan moose finds new home in Potter Park Zoo
The Potter Park Zoo received a new addition Wednesday afternoon when Willow, a moose from Anchorage, Ala., was brought into her new home. Willow, 8, was brought to Lansing after her mother was struck by a vehicle back in Anchorage, according to a statement from Potter Park Zoo. Potter Park Zoo’s Director of Animal Health, Dr. Tara Harrison, travelled to Anchorage to accompany the moose on her trip to Lansing, a trip that was more than 3,800 miles long. The Potter Park Zoo administration said Willow will not be on display until her extensive enclosure is completed sometime during the 2014 season. The staff at the zoo has been working with many people, such as MSU county parks, and local tree services, hoping to make the environment suitable for the young moose.
NEWS
Gov. Snyder, Republican legislative leaders announce plan to reduce Detroit pension cuts
Gov. Rick Snyder, Senate Majority Leader Randy Richardville and House Speaker Jase Bolger announced this afternoon that state officials are working toward a plan to protect Detroit retiree pensions.
FEATURES
Weekend will bring a variety of performances
This weekend will provide more theater-oriented events for students to attend and will be packed with a variety of different performances.
NEWS
East Lansing Mayor continues recovery
East Lansing City Council’s Tuesday meeting was the second conducted without Mayor Nathan Triplett, who is recovering at home after successful surgery to address his Crohn’s disease. “He was very happy the surgery went well,” Mayor Pro Tem Diane Goddeeris said.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Cleaves visit, second-half defense highlight close win for Spartans
Walking into Tuesday’s game, No. 3 MSU knew it would have to contain Indiana freshman forward Noah Vonleh, who is nearly averaging a double-double in his young career. Luckily for head coach Tom Izzo, his Spartans did just that, but the containment didn’t come until the second half. Vonleh, who started the game scoring seven of Indiana’s first 11 points, almost went missing in the second half, scoring only four points and attempting no 3-pointers.
BASKETBALL
Slow start, strong finish
There’s something about Indiana that gets Gary Harris’ adrenaline flowing. The sophomore guard torched the Hoosiers for the fourth time in his career, scoring 24 and leading the No.
FEATURES
Alumna struggles with life-threatening staph infection
Doctors repeatedly pointing out that MSU graduate Stacy Blakeslee might not pull through her life-threatening condition haven’t deterred her family from hoping for more of her smiles and future family dinners. Stacy was diagnosed with a severe staph infection that has spread throughout her body — including her brain.
NEWS
Witnesses testify in I-96 shooter case
For Stockbridge, Mich. resident James Smith, the trip from his parents’ house to his old apartment in Okemos on the night of Oct.
NEWS
Simon speaks on Purdue shooting
In the wake of the tragic shooting that took place Tuesday at Purdue University, President Lou Anna K.
