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FEATURES

Dave Matthews Band new CD release 'exquisite'

Katie Rausch
May 31, 2005

Dave Matthews and his boys are back at it again, recreating their own sound and can only get better from their latest album, "Stand Up." Armed with creative thinking and a new producer, the band has managed to squeeze all of their artistic juices together in one pot and the dish, of course, is exquisite. The Dave Matthews Band's album is a collage of smooth vocals, righteous ballads and relaxed moods.

NEWS

12 plead guilty: 5 opt for deferment plan

Kris Turner
May 31, 2005

Several people arrested on charges relating to the April 2-3 disturbances have pleaded guilty or have opted to take part in a program that could leave them free from sentencing. Only a few of those charged in the disturbances have been given the option to participate in the program, assistant city attorney Molly Clark said.

FEATURES

Comedic cast, strong acting propel 'Longest Yard'

Katie Rausch
May 31, 2005

Despite what many of you might think, "The Longest Yard" was a pretty good movie. Adam Sandler elevates this comedy from slapstick to interestingly funny. Here we have Paul Crewe (Sandler), an ex-NFL quarterback who has been kicked out of the league after being accused of purposely fixing a game.

NEWS

Memorializing the fallen

Jason Worthy
May 31, 2005

Memorial Day has taken on a new form of observance for one Lansing woman. Neighbors stopped by Apolonia Rosas' home Monday to place American flags and flowers on her lawn to pay respect to her 21-year-old son, Pfc.

MSU

Former dean of MSU dies

Amy Davis
May 31, 2005

Richard Sullivan, former MSU historian and administration member, who is remembered by friends and co-workers for his sense of humor and dedication to the university, died on Thursday.

FEATURES

'Fuse-In' festival attracts diverse crowd

Mara Deutch
May 31, 2005

Belgian DJ and producer, Fabrice Lig, didn't know what to expect when he was offered a chance to spin records at "Fuse-In: Detroit's Electronic Movement." "At first, I was surprised at the scene and this city," Lig said, after his hour-long performance Saturday.

SPORTS

Sprinter becomes key runner for team

Megan Homanick
May 31, 2005

MSU freshman sprinter Jeremy Orr hasn't had a typical track season, but that's what makes the Big Ten Men's Outdoor Track and Field Freshman of the Year award he won last week even more impressive. "I didn't really expect it," Orr said last Tuesday.

MICHIGAN

Michigan homemade

Nick Pelton
May 31, 2005

Lansing- The first quilt Linda Plyler made was for her sister's doll when she was 9. Now more than 40 years later, Plyler is the proud creator of a quilt depicting every city in Michigan with a ZIP code starting with "488." Each of the 80 cities has a square with a photograph, drawing or design . The quilt was on display at the Michigan Historical Center on Friday. "All the photographs I took myself with the exception of Lake Odessa and Cedar Village," said Plyler, who is a Mason resident. East Lansing's square has a picture of Beaumont Tower. Plyler, who is the postmaster in Shaftsburg, Mich.

COMMENTARY

Remembrance

It's a little-known fact, but we employees of The State News work on Sundays. That is because the newspaper comes out on Monday and because MSU holds class on Mondays.

NEWS

Mich. politicians differ from public on stem cell use

Darrell Hughes
May 31, 2005

An MSU professor who is heavily involved with stem cell research says the opinions of Michigan residents about the issue differ from the opinions of the lawmakers who represent them at the state level. Jose Cibelli, an animal science and physiology professor, said the disconnect in beliefs is the result of a lack of communication between legislators and their constituents, and it's holding up scientific research that could save lives. "We have very sophisticated people in Michigan, and they're pretty aware of the potential of stem cell research," he said.

MSU

Quit Tobacco class offered

Nick Pelton
May 31, 2005

Kicking the smoking habit is not easy, but Healthy U and Olin Health Center have teamed up to offer a free, monthly Quit Tobacco Workshop for the MSU community to help smokers take the first step to quitting. "It's a very user-friendly workshop," said Rebecca Allen, a spokeswoman for Olin Health Center. It's not only for people who have their heart set on quitting.

COMMENTARY

Student-E.L. residents left with few sober entertainment options

Editor's note: All characters and events in this column are entirely fictional. So I was carrying a brown baggie full of dog poop in one hand and a lighter in the other, creepin' onto my neighbor's porch after dusk a few nights ago, when he burst through his front door. "Hold it right there, young fella," he rasped.

MICHIGAN

Advocates rally for mental health at Capitol

Lindsey Poisson
May 31, 2005

Lansing - The "Walk a Mile in My Shoes" rally was held Thursday at the Capitol to show legislators and the public issues of funding for mental-health programs and stigmas against the mentally ill in Michigan. A crowd of mental-health advocates and people with mental disabilities gathered on the front lawn and steps of the Capitol chanting "walk a mile in my shoes." The event featured representatives from all 83 counties speaking about the state of mental-health programs in their respective county.

MICHIGAN

John Paul II on way to sainthood

Former Pope John Paul II could soon be a saint since Pope Benedict XVI began the process leading to sainthood in the Roman Catholic Church for his predecessor. The pope's choice to beatify, or make "blessed," John Paul II, who died April 2, waives the standard five-year period before the process begins.

NEWS

MIDDAY UPDATE: Mich. residents voice opinions about stem cell research

Darrell Hughes
May 30, 2005

Michigan supporters of stem cell research said the law against the issue and the way state politicians are silenced on the matter has to change. MSU animal science and physiology professor Jose Cibelli, who is involved with stem cell research, said Michigan residents' views on the issue differ from the politicians who represent them. "We have very sophisticated people in Michigan, and they're pretty aware of the potential of stem cell research," he said.

NEWS

MIDDAY UPDATE: Mason woman creates zip-code quilt depicting 80 Mich. cities

Nick Pelton
May 30, 2005

The first quilt Linda Plyler made was for her sister's doll when she was 9 years old. Now, more than 40 years later, Plyler is the proud creator of a quilt depicting every city in Michigan that has a zip code starting with "488." Each of the 80 cities has a square with a photograph, drawing or design representing that city. "All the photographs I took myself - with the exception of Lake Odessa and Cedar Village," the Mason resident said. East Lansing's square has a picture of Beaumont Tower. The quilt was on display at the Michigan Historical Center on Friday. Plyler, who is the postmaster in Shaftsburg, area code 48882, was asked to make the quilt for her boss, who was the U.S.