WEB EXTRA: ASMSU approves `06-07 budget at Tuesday's meeting

Student government officials approved the organization's annual budget after waiting nearly two hours to begin a weekly meeting. ASMSU, MSU's undergraduate student government, was delayed in starting its Tuesday Academic Assembly meeting because committee meetings ran longer than expected. After the wait, the assembly began the meeting by unanimously approving a bill for the assembly's 2006-2007 budget. The budget includes expenses to pay for student government officials to attend a lobbying event in Washington D.C.

Other flawed leaders have holidays, too

I disagree with David Garlock's letter, "Historical man not worth vast attention" (SN 1/19). Although the points he made have been brought up before (such as Ralph Abernathy's "And the Walls Came Tumbling Down"), one man's sins are not cause to rid this country of a day in his honor that stands for service to one's neighbor and standing up for justice.

Officials may vote on East Village

East Lansing planning commissioners intend to reach a final decision tonight on a plan that would lay the groundwork for future redevelopment in the heavily student-occupied East Village area, planning officials said. The East Lansing Planning Commission will consider the hotly contested East Village Master Plan for the second time in as many months at their meeting tonight. "It's my understanding that the chair of the commission wants to bring it to a vote tomorrow," Commissioner Richard Hill-Rowley said. When the commission last reviewed the plan in mid-December, little consensus was reached, despite lengthy discussions. The planning commission has the final authority to adopt the plan.

Chef moves up restaurant ladder, lands at Harper's

For Neal Reeves, cooking was a climb to the top. "I've been cooking since I was 14," he said.

MCRI returns

In only 10 months, people in Michigan will vote on what has become one of the biggest social issues in the state.

Another update from ineffectual governor

It is that time of the year when Gov. Granholm tells us what she wants to accomplish while finishing out her term. There is just one problem. Since 2002, we have been told what she plans to do, but have seen very little in return.

MIDDAY UPDATE: Local cabs and limos plan to take riders to big game in Detroit

The chaos and celebrations accompanying Super Bowl XL in Detroit are attracting Lansing cab and limousine companies to the heart of the action. The game is scheduled for Feb.

Erickson expansion to aid MSU education researchers

A new $2.4-million addition to Erickson Hall will help ease the strain of cramped research space, but College of Education officials say it will take a lot of room to house their growing needs. The addition was approved by the MSU Board of Trustees during its Jan.

E.L. man to seek court re-election

Michigan Supreme Court Justice Michael Cavanagh of East Lansing announced Tuesday that he's running for a fourth term in 2007. Cavanagh, 65, has been on the court since 1983 and is the longest-serving justice currently on the court. "I still have the energy," Cavanagh said, adding that he's a "young 65." This is the last time he will be able to run for re-election because people cannot seek a judicial position past the age of 70.

Agriculture college to offer specializations

Two specializations will be added in fall 2006 for majors within the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, after being approved by Academic Council on Tuesday. A natural resource recreation specialization was created through the department of Community, Agriculture, Recreation and Resource Studies. Agronomy, or the science of soil management and crop production, will be offered by the Department of Crop and Soil Sciences. It will take 17-20 credits to specialize in natural resource recreation and 15-18 for agronomy. The specializations will create better job opportunities for graduates of the college, committee Chairman Michael Schechter said.

Overdue shutout overshadowed by team's injuries

Deep into the NHL season, only one word that can sum up my fantasy hockey team so far — sucky. Fifth out of 12 teams isn't bad, but considering that I had the first overall pick in the draft and tons of expectations to meet when questioned about my abilities to draft a fantasy winner, I'm disappointed. A huge reason for inconsistences is injuries.

Two Canadians highlight verbal commitments

The MSU football team added four new recruits this week to help bump MSU to the No. 28 recruiting class, according to Rivals.com. Ervin Baldwin Defensive end, 6 foot 3, 260 pounds Reedley Community College Baldwin, the No.

Taking flight

Parked at the end of the Lansing Capital City Airport's runway, Shane McClure coached Tim Bowman one last time before preparing for takeoff on Saturday. McClure, a 27-year-old communication senior at MSU, is one of 13 instructors at Lansing Community College's Aviation Flight Program located at the airport, 4100 Capital City Blvd.

City Council approves riot recommendations

East Lansing officials have settled on a series of recommendations for preventing a repeat of last April's disturbances, including better methods for identifying police officers and communicating with MSU and the community. On Tuesday, Deputy City Manager Jean Golden and police Chief Tom Wibert presented the East Lansing City Council with their reactions to 29 recommendations made by an independent review commission formed to investigate the incident.

Granholm to speak on health care, economy in address

The continuing struggle of Michigan's economy will be the focus of Gov. Jennifer Granholm's State of the State address tonight in Lansing. Education and health care will also be on the agenda when Granholm gives her address from the House of Representatives Chamber. "She (Granholm) knows our state is hurting, and she will detail the next phase of her comprehensive plan to create jobs and boost the state's economy," said Granholm spokeswoman Heidi Watson. The current economic slump is an issue both Democrats and Republicans can agree on. "The issue that most of the people of Michigan are concerned about is the continued exodus of jobs from this state," said Nate Bailey, a spokesman for the Michigan Republican Party. Bailey attributed the struggling economy to a lack of a clear economic plan from the governor.

Silver, gold meal plans begin in fall

When students sign up beginning this week to live on campus next fall, they will have two new meal plan options from which to choose.

MSU College of Education boasts top-ranked programs

Cozetta Shannon looked at other graduate education programs before she chose MSU's rehabilitation counseling program.

Delegation visits Lansing

By Trey Scroggin Special for The State News Emerging out of the former Soviet Union, Moldova, a small country located northeast of Romania, has had a rough time as a republic.

WEB EXTRA: Spartans fall to Ferris State on power play goal

The last thing a coach wants to face in a tied hockey game midway through the final period is a five-on-three power play. And that obstacle is exactly what the No.

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