Democrats overwhelm ballot for state seat

Six Democrats and one Republican are competing for the 68th District seat in the House of Representatives, which represents Lansing. The Aug.

Agricultural affair

Mike Roth watched the contestant in front of him struggle to maneuver the large tractor and four-wheel trailer between poles Tuesday.

Able beings should be allowed to refuse medical treatment

In 1973, 25-year-old Donald Dax Cowart was severely burned when his car erupted in flames. Cowart was inspecting a piece of land in Texas with his father on a summer morning when he realized their car wouldn't start.

Bookstore offers variety, charm

Lansing — It was always a dream for Lansing resident Scott Harris and his wife Debbie Krantz to own a bookstore. Their dream became a reality in May when they opened Everybody Reads, 2019 E.

Cats looking for homes

Every summer, the Ingham County Animal Shelter struggles to compete with numerous free kitten offers from a multitude of cat owners.

WEB EXTRA: City Council approves improvements to 2 E.L. parks

The East Lansing City Council approved plans to revamp two parks at its meeting Tuesday night. The park on the corner of Albert Avenue and Abbott Road will receive a fountain and a new fence.

MSU doctors create treatment plan for patient relationships

A new treatment developed by MSU doctors is designed to help physicians create better relationships and communication with their patients. The treatment plan uses several methods, such as pharmaceutical treatment and behavioral changes, to help doctors treat patients with symptoms that are difficult to diagnose.

'Dupree' disappoints

Why is it people always seem to want to ruin a good thing when it is going well? In the movie "You, Me and Dupree," Owen Wilson decides to separate himself from his fellow frat packers and try to see if his luck is as good as it used to be. In the past couple of years, actors like Wilson, his brother Luke Wilson, Vince Vaughn and Will Ferrell all seemed to be in the same films together, including "Wedding Crashers" and "Old School." This past year, each actor has decided to take on a solo project. So far Vaughn, who released "The Break-Up" earlier this summer, succeeded at the box office — the film broke the $100 million mark — but failed to please critics. In "Dupree," Wilson seems to suffer from the same problem, which is unlike his films of the past.

Chapman's 'World Tax Fund' won't help poor

This letter is in response to Jason Michael Chapman's column, "Globalism, 'World Tax Fund,' can help to eliminate dire poverty," (SN 7/18). First of all, I agree with Chapman that Americans are living the good life and are, for the most part, extremely unappreciative.

Boating restrictions promote safety

Boating is a way of life in Michigan. From Labor Day to Memorial Day lakes throughout the state are peppered with boats.

Piedra misinformed, Middle East is peaceful, ethical

As one of the wise few who read Daniel Piedra's letter, "United States supports Israel with good reason," (SN 7/17), I felt I needed to share his wisdom with my peers over here in Cairo. We spend much of our day following the developments in Israel and Lebanon.

Police briefs 07/19/06

Seminar aims to combat identity theft

It can start with losing your wallet, throwing away an old utility bill, buying products from the Internet or simply paying with your credit card at a restaurant.

MSU aims to acquire research building

MSU may purchase property located about a mile and a half away from campus near Grand River Avenue because of a growing need for research space. The building could provide several colleges with additional space to conduct laboratory and classroom research for both faculty and students, said George Benson, executive director of the MSU Foundation. The two-story building, owned by the Huntsman Corp., is located at 4917 Dawn Ave., near Paul Revere's Tavern, 2703 E.

Company offers to get rid of junk mail

After realizing most of his mail was junk mail, Ferndale resident Tim Pfannes knew there had to be a way to take himself off mailing lists. Soon after, Pfannes and his two brothers, Shane Pfannes and MSU alumnus Sander DeVries, began their company, 41Pounds.org.

Farm fresh snacks

Tuesday morning, Holly Markham arrived at the MSU Student Organic Farm, 3291 College Road, to begin harvesting produce to take with her to the MSU Agricultural Equipment Exposition, or Ag Expo. For the first year since its inception, people attending the Ag Expo could buy a snack that was not prepared by MSU Concessions.

Meadows isn't interested in protecting environment

I was shocked to hear Mark Meadows' claim that he will work to protect our environment. I have lived adjacent to the wetlands at the corner of Abbott and Lake Lansing roads for 25 years.

Golden Smog album full of talent, needs to be more compact

It must be the summer of the super group. In May, hip-hop fans were taken to "St. Elsewhere" by powerhouse duo Gnarls Barkley.

MSU hosts 27th annual agricultural exposition

Tractor competitions, ice cream sampling and a petting zoo are just a few things the MSU Agricultural Equipment Exposition, or Ag Expo, will offer this week. This summer will mark the 27th year MSU has hosted the event, said Laura Probyn, spokeswoman for the Ag Expo. The expo begins today and continues until Thursday, and is sponsored by the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, opens at 9 a.m.

Should the U.S. be involved in the Mid East conflict?

"Honestly, we have our own problems to deal with. We've already gotten involved in Iraq and Afghanistan.