FEATURES
Foxy Shazam gives eccentric performance
As Daisy adjusted his tape-repaired glasses, he shared a realization about his life as a touring musician.
Greg Olsen
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FEATURES
Event raises awareness for Michigan puppy mills
As the legislators left the Capitol for lunch Tuesday, they were greeted by an unexpected surprise — a parade of puppies and dog enthusiasts circling the building for Michigan Puppy Mill Awareness Day.
FEATURES
Alumnus releases web series on Yahoo!
Since graduating from MSU in 2009, Philip Moon has moved to Los Angeles and started a career in screen writing.
NEWS
State Rep. Bob Genetski found guilty of operating while intoxicated
State Rep. Bob Genetski was stonefaced as the jury announced their decision — he was guilty of operating while intoxicated near MSU’s campus — after just under two hours of deliberation about the case Tuesday afternoon.
NEWS
State Rep. Genetski awaiting verdict in trial
After closing arguments from attorneys Tuesday morning, State Rep. Bob Genetski, R-Saugatuck, currently is awaiting the verdict of a six-person jury as he faces charges of operating while intoxicated. Genetski’s lawyer Mike Nichols and Ingham County Assistant Prosecutor Russel Church spent the morning asking a witness follow-up questions in East Lansing’s 54-B District Court and finally delivering their closing statements in the two-day jury trial. If convicted, the legislator could face a 93-day jail sentence. Genetski, the chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education, was “pulled over by MSU police Jan.
NEWS
Setting the Agenda
When Don Power vacated his seat on council on Aug. 22, newly appointed East Lansing City councilmember Kathleen Boyle saw it as her opportunity to escalate her already-prominent involvement with the city of East Lansing.
NEWS
No verdict reached in Rep. Genetski’s trial
No verdict was reached Monday in the jury trial of State Rep. Bob Genetski, R-Saugatuck, who was arrested Jan. 19 by MSU police for allegedly operating while intoxicated.
NEWS
Singh receives endorsements for election
State House Democratic candidate Sam Singh, who is running for the 69th district seat, received an endorsement from the Michigan Licensed Beverage Association last week, adding to a growing list of support from area associations and individuals. But some political experts say despite candidates publicizing the support they’ve earned, endorsements aren’t always likely to have an impact on area voters, who often already are divided along party lines in the general election. Singh is cruising to an easy victory in the Democratic-leaning district, which includes East Lansing, after securing dozens of endorsements for a tight primary battle. Bill Ballenger, editor of Inside Michigan Politics, said in a general election, voters often already are decided on which candidate to vote for and are less likely to pay attention to endorsements.
FOOTBALL
ASMSU works to curb unsportsmanlike conduct
Although normally the MSU football team is the focus of home games, lately it’s been the student section getting attention.
MSU
MSUFCU announces new application
MSU Federal Credit Union wants to make mobile banking easier with its new mobile banking application. With the new app, customers can view account balances, transfer funds, make loan payments, deposit checks via eDeposit for mobile, locate ATMs and use financial calculators.
MSU
Event offers LBGT safe space
Lauren Spencer knows what it’s like for MSU students who feel vulnerable when it comes to having an underrepresented sexual identity and ethnicity.
MSU
Lenski lab finds evolutionary advancement
At first glance, some might look at Richard Lenski’s research as nothing more than a collection of cloudy test tubes.
MSU
Students, MSUFCU create finance video game
Thanks to the vision of six students with specializations in game design and development, they’ve taken the concept of finance and transformed it into a fun and relatable video game for the Spartan community.
FOOTBALL
Calhoun gets valuable experience against EMU
The 2011 second-team All-Big Ten junior defensive end William Gholston would not start at the position for the first time since he was suspended one game against Wisconsin last year. Instead, redshirt freshman Shilique Calhoun started at defensive end opposite sophomore Marcus Rush and played during the first half.
FOOTBALL
Spartan leaders focused on starting games stronger
When Mark Dantonio met with the media following the No. 20 MSU football team’s (3-1) 23-7 victory over Eastern Michigan on Saturday, one of his biggest frustrations was the slow start that saw his team trailing 7-3 at halftime.
SPORTS
New app highlights best of Big Ten athletics
For Spartan football fans, a new, free iPhone app will be released this week that allows fans to instantly watch highlights from the game on their phones.
VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball optimistic heading into conference play
In a volleyball conference ruled by powerhouses Penn State and Nebraska, it can be hard for the Spartans to get the spotlight in the Big Ten.
SOCCER
Kruetz named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week
Tim Kreutz was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week on Monday for his goal and assist in the Spartans’ 2-1 win over Western Michigan on Friday evening.
FEATURES
Hellblinki to perform at Mac's Bar Wednesday
October is around the corner, and with the new month, Halloween preparations are under way. Costumes, candy and creepy decorations are a given, but many students may be stumped when it comes to the perfect Halloween season soundtrack.
COMMENTARY
Unhealthy eating deserves closer look
Obesity is a health issue plaguing America, and the number of Americans who are considered obese continues to increase. In Michigan, obesity among adults is expected to reach 59.4 percent from the current 31.3 percent by 2030 if obesity rates stay on their current pace, according to a report released last Tuesday by Trust for America’s Health and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.