Tourney tidbits

By the time you read this, you might've already consumed some green beer. But if you haven't and are looking for something to do, then look no further.

Police briefs 03/17/06

Remembering Iraq

Sunday, this country will have another monumental anniversary, although it's doubtful we'll celebrate it.

Izzo pleased with routine come March

When George Mason's name flipped over on the screen during last Sunday's NCAA Tournament Selection Show, a small explosion broke out in head coach Jim Larranaga's basement.

Maintaining the tournament tradition

Finally, it's time to dance. With an up-and-down regular season now behind them, it's time for the Spartans to head to the one place they have found comfort: the NCAA Tournament. MSU tips off with George Mason at 7:10 p.m.

RHA to form committee concerning new ID policy

MSU officials say proposed changes to the university's policy for late-night guests in residence halls are merely a technical "change in procedure," not a result of recent crime in campus dorms. But members of the Residence Halls Association, or RHA, have expressed concern that the university did not seek input from students for the changes.

WEB EXTRA: George Mason hands MSU 1st-round tournament loss, 75-65

Dayton, Ohio — Despite a disappointing regular season, expectations were still high for the MSU men's basketball team as it entered the NCAA Tournament. In a span of two and a half hours, those expectations were crushed by an upstart George Mason team, as the No.

Former MSU players reminisce, predict wins

Charlie Bell, former MSU guard, Milwaukee Bucks guard His Final Four: Duke, Memphis, UConn and Boston College His finals: UConn over Duke MSU in the tournament: Losing to UConn in the Elite Eight Why MSU won't reach the Final Four: "I really like them but they can't do it with just the three players.

WEB EXTRA: Meeting to address dorm renovation schedule

An informational session about the renovation of Snyder and Phillips halls will be held at 4:30 p.m.

Long-awaited raise

The minimum wage hasn't been raised in nine years. That means people who make only $5.15 an hour have been getting roughly the same salary for almost a decade, although the cost of living has changed.

Icers pose threat to tourney opponents

How would you describe the No. 5 MSU hockey team? In previous years, you might have called the Spartans underachievers and wanted to pull your hair out while watching games. But that was in previous years. If there's one thing the MSU hockey team has proven this season, it's that the Spartans are no fluke. The Spartans are the definition of the word "team." Multiple players have stepped up this season with game-changing goals, hits and saves.

Ribbon-cutting today for new MSU center

A grand opening ceremony and tour of MSU's new Learning and Assessment Center will begin at 3 p.m.

The bartender: The Blarney Stone

St. Patrick's Day is tomorrow, and what's more festive than throwing back a few green refreshments?

St. Patrick's Day is tomorrow, and what's more festive than throwing back a few green refreshments?

Minkel's 'methodical' style equates to success on the mat

Aside from his desk, three computers and typical office supplies, a large birdcage stands in the corner of MSU wrestling coach Tom Minkel's IM-Sports West office.

New wage increase won't help economy

Recently, the Republican-controlled Michigan Senate gave in to Democratic pressure and agreed to a bill to raise the Michigan minimum wage to $6.95 by this fall and $7.40 an hour by July 2008.

Eat. Drink. Craic.

Blimey! The Aerosmith show at the Breslin Center is canceled, and the green eggs and beer breakfast at Crunchy's is already sold out. But the luck of the Irish can still grant you a good time on St.

Roberston doesn't represent Israelis

This letter is in response to the comments made by television evangelist Pat Robertson. Commenting on the war in Iraq and the recent unrest over the cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in Europe, Robertson attempts to characterize all Muslims by stating that the recent outpouring of rage "just shows the kind of people we're dealing with. "These people are crazed fanatics, and I want to say it now: I believe it's motivated by demonic power.

Patch treats depression

Patients now have more options to treat major depression after federal officials approved the first antidepressant skin patch. The Food and Drug Administration approved the once-a-day skin patch — expected to be available to consumers in April — that delivers Emsam, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, through the skin and into the bloodstream at a constant rate. Greta DeWolf, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Michigan vice president, said the patch offers another option for patients who are resistant to other antidepressants.

MIDDAY UPDATE: MSU student speaks to high schoolers about her rape

Two years ago when she woke up in her dorm room with the horrible realization she had been raped the previous night, the MSU junior said it was almost impossible to confide in her suitemate, and eventually the police. But on Wednesday, the student stood in front of more than 100 Haslett High School freshmen and sophomores to tell her story — in hopes her words could prevent others from being assaulted or help them find the strength to report the crime. The student, who asked that her name not be used for privacy, had gone out with friends in April 2004, had several drinks and returned to Case Hall where she fell asleep alone with the door closed, but unlocked.