Business as usual for reopened pizza shop
Gumby's Pizza recently reopened after a four-month hiatus, and while its manager says business is better than ever, some former customers aren't returning. The pizza shop closed in December when a water pipe burst in its building, 311 W.
WEB ONLY: Lugnuts take 2nd straight over Snappers
Lansing - An early offensive explosion and solid pitching gave the Lugnuts their second straight win against the Beloit Snappers on Wednesday at Oldsmobile Park. Carlos Marmol allowed only two runs on five hits in eight innings, and designated hitter Brian Dopirak hit his third home run of the season to lead the Lugnuts to a 5-3 win. "It was a good pitching performance by him, and boy, Dopirak is hot, swinging the bat good," Lansing manager Julio Garcia said.
Students participate in silent protest
Kristin Dunn, dressed in black shorts and a black T-shirt, might have blended into the steady student foot traffic along Farm Lane on Wednesday - if it weren't for the giant silver strip of Duct tape plastered across her mouth. As a participant in MSU student groups' recognition of National Day of Silence, the communication sophomore stood on the sidewalk handing out fliers to passersby.
ASMSU officials attend House Appropriations meeting
Lansing - Rifling through a budget lit by sunlight from a side window in the state House Appropriations room, Andrew Bell checked line by line to make sure higher education appropriations hadn't changed. Wednesday morning, Bell, ASMSU's director of legislative affairs, attended the first of four state House higher education subcommittee meetings to determine next year's Michigan college and university funding. "We're going to make sure we're not left out of anything, that nothing slips by us," Bell said.
Children, 'U' paint river trash cans
Undergraduate students, staff and children from the Lansing School District met Wednesday to discuss the importance of keeping Michigan water clean through artwork.
Late-inning rally lifts Spartans to 9-4 win
It was a typical MSU-Central Michigan baseball contest coming down the stretch. The teams were neck and neck, and whenever one seemed to gain the momentum, the other would charge back to even the score. But Wednesday, it was the Spartans who stole and kept the momentum in the late innings, downing the Chippewas at Kobs Field, 9-4. "They always play us tough," MSU manager Ted Mahan said.
Faculty support needed at meeting
I urge my colleagues across MSU to attend the Academic Senate meeting today at 5 p.m. in B108 Wells Hall.
MIDDAY UPDATE: Suspects remain at large after Mayo Hall robbery and battery incident
Three men remain at large following a robbery and assault in Mayo Hall on Wednesday.MSU police Sgt.
Meeting focuses on budget
About 40 people attended an East Lansing City Council meeting and public hearing regarding the city budget Tuesday. Though the meeting was held on campus at the Union's Gold Rooms A and B and allowed for public discussion of the coming year's budget, no MSU students were on hand to address the council during the public comment time. During the meeting, the city's Human Relations Commission presented the council with recommendations for allotting the city's general fund money that comes from taxpayers. Although cuts in city projects were suggested in order to balance the city budget, the commission did not recommend an increase in property taxes. Due to an expected 2005 state budget deficit of $1.3 billion, local governments have received less funding.
Tada! : 60 Watt shakers
60-watt Shakers What is it exactly? It's a salt and pepper shaker set made from a couple of lightbulbs that have lost their luster.
Reorganization guts programs, hurts TAs
The MSU Administration has made decisions in response to the budget crisis that have significantly harmed the quality of education at our university.
Melrose to combat identity theft with management changes
Melrose Apartments have undergone some management changes in response to allegations that an employee there used tenants' personal information to steal more than $100,000. Residents of the complex, 16789 Chandler Road, soon will be receiving a newsletter with tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft and the company no longer will accept credit cards as a form of payment, a Melrose spokesman said Wednesday. "The complex is no longer gathering that information so it couldn't be stolen," said Robert Kolt, spokesperson for Atlantis Campus Communities IV, the company that manages Melrose. Additionally, Kolt said, all the files with residents' personal information will be under lock and key.
8 a.m. classes help prepare students
I feel that 8 a.m. classes are very important in establishing not only a good sleep schedule, but also dedicating one's self to the class at hand.
'Connie and Carla' funny but relevant
It seems nearly impossible for anyone to follow up "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," the highest-grossing independent feature film of all time. But Nia Vardalos gave it a go with "Connie and Carla." After witnessing a crime involving their boss at the airport dinner theater where they work, Connie (Vardalos) and Carla (Toni Collette) move from Chicago to Los Angeles.
Disc jockey
Haslett High School senior Ben Kastner stands on a windswept, concrete tee on a sunny, 70-degree Friday afternoon.
Dorsey to live at home, attend 'U'
Lansing - The MSU student accused of fraud and identity theft will be allowed to complete her degree and live with her mother throughout the duration of her trial, a judge ruled Wednesday. Denita Dorsey, a 22-year-old communication senior, stood before Ingham County Circuit Court Judge James Giddings on Wednesday at the Veterans Memorial Courthouse, 313 W.
Speed limit alterations prompt bill
A local legislator introduced a bill Tuesday that would give city governments a voice in potential speed limit changes. The bill comes after state officials announced that speed limits on sections of two state-owned roadways in East Lansing would be increased, without giving city officials a say in the matter. "These are communities that have the day-to-day experience managing, enforcing and living on these roads," said State Rep.
Detroit bands set sights on Lansing
The Sights' lead guitarist Eddie Baranek successfully ticks off his guitar repairman every time he brings a shattered six-string to his door.
'Kill Bill' soundtrack captures best of film
Quentin Tarantino is a man of many talents. But perhaps his most overlooked talent is his ability to not only create a fantastic film but weave a soundtrack in with it that both captures the best moments of the film and adds even more feeling to them. The soundtrack for "Kill Bill: Vol.