Talent competition reveals future musical big shots

Lansing - The capital city proved it was alive Friday night in downtown's Southtown nightclub as 3rd Deggree won the Lansing Live talent competition.The event was hosted by radio station WQHH-FM (96.5) in hopes to pull the world's next big rap or R&B star out of Lansing.A promotion of Rep Yo City, Inc., Lansing Live, the club and the artists participated in a talent search for local artists through select radio marketsThe competition urged local artists to send CDs to the radio station for a chance to perform live at Southtown nightclub, 1146 S.

Groups offer student involvement

Hanging 20 feet in the air on a cliff side, Jeff Beachnau could see MSU's many student organizations below, each trying to draw interest to their groups. The English freshman was taking part in a rock climbing event at Saturday's Party at the Aud, an event that encouraged students to get involved in campus organizations. Beachnau said he was happy to participate in campus activities but was worried about classes starting. "This is a good chance to meet people and see what goes on in more than just the dorm," he said. Hundreds of students attended the event, which also offered candy, refreshments, ice cream, martial arts exhibits, basketball, rock climbing and fencing.

'U' a no-show on Review list

MSU didn't make a showing on the 2004 Princeton Review's party list, after landing the number 12 spot last year. The New York-based organization surveyed 106,000 students at nearly 2,000 North American colleges to compile the data into the book, The Best 351 Colleges, 2004 Edition.

Celebration welcomes residents

A popcorn machine, Apples the clown , ice cream treats and kangaroo bags filled Spartan Village's pavilion Sunday afternoon to welcome new and returning residents to the complex.

Spikers impress coach in green and white scrimmage

The MSU volleyball team kicked off its 2003 season Saturday night with the annual Green and White exhibition match at Jenison Field House. "Tonight was our time to showcase what we've been working on all summer and all preseason," junior outside hitter Kim Schram said.

Missing students search not shameful

I am writing this in response to comments made by Lt." Steven Xiarhos in the recent article,"Return of couple not yet known" (SN 8/13). In it, Xiarhos is quoted as calling the expense of the search effort for MSU students a "shame." Perhaps he could better justify the expense if the search effort had ended in tragedy.

Some rooms overbooked as students move in to 'U'

With her hair pulled back and arms wrapped around a Dell computer, Jessica Katz and two of her friends battled the warm Friday sunshine as they moved her belongings from her over-booked triple room in Abbot Hall into her new room in Mason Hall. While most incoming freshmen were adjusting to the stress and anxiety of moving into dorm rooms on campus, the no-preference freshman had to deal with it twice.

Area river safe after sewage leaks

Lansing area rivers are safe after more than 2 million gallons of raw sewage spewed into the Red Cedar River Aug.

How will the season begin

MSU football head coach John L. Smith isn't worried about naming starters less than a week before the season opener.

'Freddy Vs. Jason' gory fun

When I was a kid, my older brother would rent the "Friday the 13th," and "A Nightmare on Elm St.," flicks, which I was forbidden to watch. That never stopped him from waking me up in the middle of the night and dragging me downstairs to watch them. I was scared of Jason, and today I still get a little shiver when I see him trudging around on screen.

Soccer complex adds walkways, seating

Improvements to the East Lansing Soccer Complex, 3001 Abbott Road, continue to develop with the help of a community-based fundraising drive.

Police briefs 08/25/03

State compiles list of blackout losses

The Michigan State Police Emergency Management Division has collected reports from local communities detailing costs incurred following the August blackout that hit eight states and areas in Canada. A final report of all losses will be presented to Gov.

Simon juggles 2 positions during McPherson's leave of absence in Baghdad

For the first time in nearly a decade, MSU begins an academic year without the leadership of President M.

Missing students won't return to 'U'

Although nametags on their dorm-room doors waited to greet them last week, two MSU students whose disappearance sparked a nationwide search earlier this month won't be back on campus this fall. Danela Alfaro-Lopez and Justin Gouveia,who disappeared on July 26, plan to take the year off from MSU to live and work in Florida, according to Gouveia's mother, Leanne Gouveia.

Job not done

Anyone who knows the words to the Michigan State Fight Song is no doubt familiar with the third verse: "Spartan teams are never beaten, all through the game they fight." MSU President M.

Bookstores lure students for shopping

While trying to enjoy a slice of free pizza, Dana High attempted to balance a stack of books, hold onto a box of free samples and look for her other class requirements. The zoology sophomore was one of hundreds of students wandering around the city this weekend searching for books and enjoying free promotions.

Rioters penalized

One man found out last week he won't be allowed to return to state-funded university campuses for two years, and another learned he will spend seven days in jail for his role in the March 28-30 disturbances which caused more than $40,000 in damage. Daniel Callton, 20, of Nashville, Mich., and Miguel Miranda, 19, of Lansing, were the first of about a dozen people to hear their sentences on felony riot charges.

Students seek prizes, deals despite storms

Despite delays due to torrential rains and a tornado warning, about 5,000 students introduced themselves to local businesses during Thursday's Midnight Madness shopping spree.About 50 downtown businesses opened their doors and extended their hours, prompting students to stroll along East Grand River Avenue in search of good deals, freebies and a taste of East Lansing nightlife.The Capital Area Transportation Authority provided free transportation for the evening."It gets the kids out of the dorms to see what the city has to offer," said Joseph Orlowski, store manager at Steve & Barry's University Sportswear, 515 E.

top 10 Pick-Me-Up Songs

With the start of classes, a good portion of students are ornerier than a sex-deprived manatee. That said, the following is the first of several "Top 10" lists to appear in The State News this semester.