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MSU student wins contest, hits road to Final Four

Mike Blasky
March 17, 2008

Even if the MSU men’s basketball team doesn’t make it to San Antonio for this year’s Final Four, one Spartan will be representing the Green and White April 5-7. Steven Book was chosen last week as one of four winners of the Coke Zero Ultimate Dream Job contest, which means he’ll be spending the next three weeks watching every NCAA Tournament game and writing a blog on his experiences from San Antonio.

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Police Brief 03/18/08

Kelly House
March 17, 2008

About $580 worth of textbooks and padlocks were stolen from MSU-Detroit College of Law Building sometime between 6:30 p.m. March 4 and 7:30 a.m. March 10, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.

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Care for a bonsi tree

Matt Flint
March 17, 2008

Growing your own bonsai tree can be an enjoyable and rewarding achievement. As soon as the seeds start to grow, it’s important to know how you want your tree to look. A bonsai tree can be made to look nearly any way the gardener wants.

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Graduate student's contract review

Pete Nichols
March 17, 2008

With a May 15 contract expiration date looming, the Graduate Employees Union and MSU began the bargaining process last week for their next three-year contract. Having started negotiations last week and entering another round Monday, the union has presented the university with a list of items they would like to see addressed or added to the contract.

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Music mixes past with present

Stephanie Goldberg
March 17, 2008

With a surfboard-sized slab of wood in her lap, strumming chords with a bamboo stick in one hand and patting strings with the other, Jin Hi Kim used an ancient instrument to teach students about Korean culture Monday.

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One-piece bathing suits both flattering, stylish

Liz Kersjes
March 17, 2008

A bitter and cold winter is starting to show the first signs of spring, which means it’s time to begin thinking about spring and summer wear. For many, that means it’s swimsuit time. Some beach-bound ladies might want to enjoy the sun without having to wear a string bikini, while others might enjoy breaking out of the mold and donning a truly original look.

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What's in and what's out in pop culture this week

Thea Neal
March 17, 2008

“Hot mess” / “fierce” Ashton Kutcher’s new paparazzi-been- “Punk’d” show, “Pop Fiction” / Ashton Kutcher’s film and TV career Lindsay Lohan’s future leggings-only clothing line / Lauren Conrad’s expensive, yet boring clothing line

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Do you have a green thumb?

Keiara Tenant
March 17, 2008

From remembering to water your plants every day to making sure they get enough sunlight, gardening can be a time consuming activity. Some students view gardening as a relaxing hobby, but for others who weren’t born with a green thumb, it can prove to be somewhat frustrating.

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Growing greens

Maggie Lillis
March 17, 2008

They may be little, but herbs and spices can do big things. Not only can they test budding gardening skills, but they can add flair to otherwise bland kitchen fare. You can find reasonably priced plants and seeds to start or transplant into your windowsill or outdoor garden. In essence, if conditions are right and your commitment is strong, growing herbs and spices can accent your green thumb or culinary chops in no time. Here are some tips to get your hands dirty just in time for spring.

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Gulping a gallon quickly not healthy

Dennis Martell
March 17, 2008

Dr. D., My boyfriend is planning on taking part in some stupid gallon challenge contest this Friday, where they will try to chug a gallon of milk as fast as they can. Apparently they saw it on YouTube.com and want to try and beat the record. Could you please tell him he’s an ass. —TK

MICHIGAN

Ceremony to honor council member

Brian McVicar
March 17, 2008

Beverly Baten, a former member of the East Lansing City Council, will be honored Wednesday for her contributions to the city. The ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road.

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Charges dropped, more awaits football players

Kelly House
March 17, 2008

A single charge of unarmed robbery against both sophomore MSU cornerback Jeremy Ware and former sophomore cornerback-wide receiver T.J. Williams was dismissed Monday due to lack of evidence, sparing them from the possibility of up to 15 years in prison.

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St. Patty's suffers from case of Mondays

While much of the city was still dark Monday morning, students dressed in green, toting Irish flags and singing songs lined up outside East Lansing bars to get a head start on St. Patrick’s Day.