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BASKETBALL

Let's Get It Started

AUBURN HILLS, Mich.– As much emphasis is put on the rigors of the regular season, there’s no time quite like March Madness.

MSU

Steamy Habits

Soaking in a 116-degree Japanese hot bath while breathing through an oxygen mask is normal for Hotwater Works Inc. owner and MSU alumnus James McFarland.

COMMENTARY

15 things you won’t miss about MSU

It’s a true college tragedy. It’s 3 p.m. Thursday, and you and your friends decide to start your weekend off early. So you head down to the The Riv to share a few pitchers at ‘Rama. Only one problem: it’s 10 degrees, snowing and the line is wrapped halfway around the building.