MSU
Spartan Village fitness center closure causes resident concern
Students living on MSU’s main campus won’t be the only ones having to work a little harder to get a workout this semester.
FEATURES
Helpful tips for frequent, new bargoers
With the excitement of the new school year still in the air, it’s not surprising to see the streets of East Lansing flooded with students on every night of the week that ends in “y.” Drinks are plentiful, great friends are present and good times are to be had.
FEATURES
SN Street Style
With temperatures cooling down on MSU’s campus, individual expression through personal style has become apparent through the added layers.
FEATURES
Bucket list website connects users
“Bucket listing,” the idea of individuals creating a list of things to do before they die, is not new.
COMMENTARY
Political knowledge crucial for students
Tonight, television networks will broadcast the first debate of the 2012 presidential election between President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger, Gov. Mitt Romney.
COMMENTARY
Romney comment off-putting, honest
Soon after Republican nominee Mitt Romney made his infamous “47 percent” comment, my younger brother reached out to me asking for help regarding an extra-credit assignment for his high school government class. Although I risk the accusation that I am doing my brother’s homework (and that this article is late to the party), here’s my take on Romney’s “47 percent.
NEWS
Developing Downtown
From the thousands of initials carved into the wooden booths of Crunchy’s during the past three decades to the posters signed by noted Spartan athletes from the past, it’s obvious the little green burger shack at 254 W. Grand River Ave. has found its niche in East Lansing.
NEWS
Police: 4 minute response time to professor in Engineering Building
Since the beginning of mathematics professor John McCarthy’s class, Kyle Hillman said he knew something was off about his professor.
NEWS
Longboard stolen from truck in Lot 75
An 18-year-old male student reported his longboard or skateboard stolen from the bed of a pickup truck. The board was stolen between 2 – 7 p.m.
FOOTBALL
Mumphery remains humble about touchdown
Trailing No. 12 Ohio State 10-6 in the third quarter, junior quarterback Andrew Maxwell addressed his teammates as they prepared to get the ball back. “I said, ‘Who’s going to be the first one to make a play?
NEWS
More graduates consider selves in lower-income class
According to a recent study by the Pew Research Center, more college graduates feel they are in the lower rungs of society than four years ago.
MICHIGAN
House candidates face off in debate for 69th district
The candidates for the 69th district state House seat sparred over education funding during a debate Monday night, agreeing that the cost of higher education has risen too high, but clashed on how to provide quality education at a lower cost. While Republican Susan McGillicuddy said universities are not doing enough to reduce unnecessary spending, Singh chided the legislature’s decision to cut funding to higher education in previous years. “I don’t want a Michigan that’s on the cheap; I want a Michigan that’s willing to invest in its people,” Singh said. The candidates faced off for a debate hosted by Meridian Township’s HOMTV, launching a month-long series featuring other Ingham County candidates. The candidates also touched on the Michigan business tax, several statewide ballot proposals and women’s health in Michigan. Singh, who fought a close primary battle, has a clearer shot to the House in November as the area historically has voted Democrat and Singh’s endorsement and fundraising count is significantly higher than McGillicuddy’s. The seat is being vacated by Rep.
MSU
Glow Green back for 2nd year
As the streets of East Lansing flood with Spartans this Homecoming, some parts of East Lansing might soon fill with a green glow.
MICHIGAN
Power outage affects residents
About 362 customers of the Lansing Board of Water and Light experienced a short power outage Monday, spokesman Stephen Serkaian said.
MSU
MSU acquires Grand Rapids Press building
The $12 million purchase of the Grand Rapids Press headquarters officially was completed last month.
MSU
Domestic violence remains unseen issue
Just because relationship violence isn’t apparent at the parties Megan Kelly often attends, the social work senior said it isn’t something that’s nonexistent on campus, but something prevalent in all communities — something she thinks MSU students should take better note of.
FOOTBALL
Jackson injury further depletes MSU’s offensive line
As he lay on the grass, screaming out in pain, it was clear Travis Jackson wouldn’t be able to walk off the field on his own. But it wasn’t until after the MSU football team’s (3-2 overall, 0-1 Big Ten) starting center was carted off the field that the extent of his injury was known.
SPORTS
Field hockey suffers loss to Pacific, looks to bounce back
One team’s triumph is another team’s devastation, and that was the case Monday as the MSU field hockey team fell to Pacific, 3-2.
BASKETBALL
Midnight Madness date set for Oct. 12 at Breslin Center
Midnight Madness, the kickoff to the 2012-13 basketball season will take place beginning at 9:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at Breslin Center.
FEATURES
Thrift stores offer clothing with stories
When Debra Kelly goes to work every morning, it isn’t about how many sales she makes or how much money she earns.