Commission defers plans for E.L. complex

A $20 million complex proposal originally slated for discussion at tonight's East Lansing Planning Commission meeting has been deferred to Dec.

Last thoughts on the political beast that is Schwarzenegger

"Between the time when the oceans drank Atlantis, and the rise of the sons of Aryas, there was an age undreamed of.

Hot art

Glass can be a barrier between the outside world and the inside. It can be broken into shards sharp enough to cut skin.

MSU-DCL graduate receives tax fellowship

Three years ago, Allison Ernst said she would have laughed at the thought of enjoying filing tax returns.But now, the 2002 MSU-DCL College of Law graduate has earned a one-year fellowship at the MSU-DCL Tax Clinic.

West Nile cases lessen this year

The Michigan Department of Community Health reported six cases and one death from the West Nile virus this season - one year after the virus infected 644 Michiganians and killed 51 people.Although the threat in Michigan appears to be dwindling, people living in western states are being hit hard by the virus.

Nature center hosts Halloween adventure

Harris Nature Center, 3998 Van Atta Road in Okemos, will host a Halloween Adventures party from 10 a.m.

Vendetta Red hopes to cash in with opening gig for The Ataris

It sounds simple, but it really is not: Vendetta Red vocalist Zach Davidson just wants his band's fans to have fun at its shows.Thus far, he said most crowds have been lethargic.

Officials: AOL disallows Pilot e-mails; 'U' should switch services to avoid being blocked

Students using the Pilot e-mail service to send e-mails to America Online should upgrade to the mail.msu.edu Web-based service to avoid having their messages blocked, MSU officials warned Tuesday. The recommendation comes in light of calls the MSU Computer Center received Monday from students saying AOL is blocking some of MSU's 30 Pilot servers, disabling any e-mails sent to their network.

Police briefs 10/21/03

Engineering researchers pioneer new biofibers

In the children's story "The Three Little Pigs," the pig who built his house out of straw might have had the right idea. A 20-member team at MSU's Composite Materials & Structures Center in the Engineering Building are making use of biological materials such as hemp, leaves, grass and straw to make construction materials that are one-fourth the cost and one-half the weight of fiberglass, renewable and biodegradable. "After 20 years, when a car's life is over, you can put it in the compost heap," said engineering Professor Manjusri Misra, who oversees the project. The team has been working since January 2002 on the biofibers they hope eventually will replace fiberglass.

Web site offers free food to students

Students short on cash can get free food, pick-up or delivery from one of four East Lansing restaurants simply by logging onto a Web site. Campusfood.com, a network of collegiate restaurants, provides an Internet ordering service and is sponsoring the free food promotion along with Sidestreets Deli, The Pita Pit, D.P.

International fair offers more than credit-based trips

The Office of Study Abroad said it hopes to show that there's more than credit-based international activities.The first annual International Opportunities Abroad Fair will be held from noon to 4:00 p.m.

Bars try to limit fake IDs

Joe Becker's friends warned him against buying alcohol from 7-11, but he was "desperate" for beer.

'U' No. 13 in 1st BCS rankings

With a bye week approaching and almost all of the MSU football team on the road recruiting, the Spartans received a national vote of confidence Monday when they were ranked No.

Lansing candidates hold debate

Lansing mayoral candidates Tony Benavides and Virg Bernero met on campus Monday, in the first and only "official" debate of the 2003 election, to challenge each other's views on issues including same-sex benefits, public safety and recent allegations. The two men came together at the WKAR television studios in the Communication Arts and Sciences Building for the debate, which was moderated by "Off the Record" host Tim Skubick and WKAR radio host Matt Ferguson.

Columnist wrong to criticize GOP Bush

I would like to begin by stating my disgust for the left-wing agenda of this newspaper. Also, I would like to respond to John Bice's column "There's a drink to subdue every bad decision Bush makes" (SN 10/16). I do not understand how Bice can blame the president for the poor air quality at Ground Zero after Sept.

DCL looks to improve 'U' negotiation skills

MSU-DCL College of Law officials say legal disputes in the future will happen in negotiations, not in the courtroom.And they hope to train law students in negotiations in the seminar "Breaking Through Barriers" on Thursday and Friday.

'Mystic River' a chilling drama

There is nothing shallow about director Clint Eastwood's newest movie, "Mystic River." Instead, the dark and emotional tale of three friends is far deeper than just the basic murder mystery. The story unfolds in an Irish Boston neighborhood where three boys are forever changed.

SN wrong in Pledge of Allegiance fight

This letter is in response to "under God" contradicting separation of church and state as mandated by the U.S.

Men's soccer player given offensive award

MSU men's soccer sophomore forward Ryan McMahen was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week on Monday, netting one goal and three assists in MSU's win over Penn State on Sunday. McMahen, who did not play in 2002 because of an injury, brought his season totals to six goals and six assists.