Tuesday, January 13, 2026

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FEATURES

Powwow celebrates tradition

Dressed in long robes, they danced to beating drums under a cloudy sky. Myriad-colored bead strands swung and jangled around their necks, foot-long feathers protruded from their hands, hair and bodies and leather fringes swayed around their waists.

MICHIGAN

Library offers hands-on learning

Lady bug hotels, praying mantis hats and crepe paper flowers were just a few things on the agenda Saturday at East Lansing Public Library, 950 Abbot Road, as the Children’s Gardening Club met and explored ways in which insects can be helpful in gardens.

COMMENTARY

Stereotypes not only from media

It may feel like a cliché in 2008, but it doesn’t seem without merit to critique the ongoing relationship with the media and those who find themselves influenced by it every day.

NEWS

Leaving behind a legacy

Ron Mason’s allegiance to MSU spanned nearly three decades — a tenure in which he held multiple athletic capacities and helped MSU flourish into a national hockey powerhouse. His legacy will be difficult to replace, but MSU will have to find a way.