'Wedding' disgusts, disappoints
The "American Pie" gross-out film series has only gotten, well, grosser. The third installment to the "American Pie" series, "American Wedding," has taken the tacky jokes and wacky stunts to a new low. While "American Pie" set a standard for scenes that make your stomach lurch - the infamous pie scene - the newest addition to the "Pie" family returns to those gut-churning moments in excess. From Stifler messing around with grandma to Jim's most recent mess-up moment with a dog, "American Wedding" crosses the boundaries of good humor. The first two films of the series gave the audience enough of a reprieve to enjoy a good laugh, while this movie just plain grosses the audience out. While gross-out comedies can be at times entertaining, the movie pushes the limits beyond what is tolerable.
Woman turns self in after false sex claim
A 19-year-old MSU student turned herself into authorities at court Monday for falsifying a police report that claimed she was sexually assaulted on an East Lansing street.Jenna King was arraigned in East Lansing's 54-B District Court on felony charges of falsely reporting that she was assaulted on the 300 block of Division Street.
Electing president a compromise
I had just been getting over my distaste for President Bush. At the beginning of his term, I vehemently opposed nearly everything he did.
Randolph melds masterpiece
Robert Randolph and the Family Band are like a breath of fresh air in the stale music industry. "Unclassified," the group's latest release, beautifully meshes funk, blues, Latin, rock, country and gospel into a brilliant, adrenaline-filled collection of great tunes. Whether laying down instrumental jams or lyrically driven rock, the group's disc has something others lack.
Benavides, Bernero take primary
Lansing - In two lively gatherings, Mayor Tony Benavides and State Sen. Virg Bernero celebrated their victories in Tuesday's Lansing mayoral primary race.Benavides came out on top, gathering 6,668 of the total 12,182 votes.
Debaters tune skills at 'U'
Alex Amemone traveled thousands of miles from her Tucson, Ariz., home to MSU's campus just to win an argument.The 16-year-old is one of about 300 high schoolers who had to adjust to life in the dorms during the 13th annual Spartan Debate Institute."I finally learned how to do my own laundry," Amemone said.
Cellular School
There is a new state law allowing school districts to let middle and high school students bring cell phones into buildings.
Gay course at U-M scrutinized by group
A traditional family organization hopes to get rid of a University of Michigan class it says teaches students how to be gay.The American Family Association of Michigan is criticizing an English class titled "How to Be Gay: Homosexuality and Initiation." The class began in the fall term of 2000 and this fall will be the third time the class is offered to U-M students.
Optical scan to replace voting methods by 2006
Lansing - Ingham County voters will have to adapt to a new voting system as early as 2004, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land said Monday.Land outlined plans for a uniform voting system for Michigan, which currently employs five different methods at the polls.
Residents gather to prevent crime
The streets of Lansing neighborhoods were filled with residents and police officers on Tuesday evening as they gathered to join a nationwide effort to cut crime and make neighborhoods safer to live in.
2 students still missing
Police are continuing to search for two MSU students who traveled to Massachusetts for a vacation more than 11 days ago but never returned. Officers involved in the investigation have only a handful of clues and say the search is nothing short of "frustrating." Justin Gouveia, 21, and Danela Alfaro-Lopez, 19, who are dating, booked two nights at a bed and breakfast on Cape Cod, Mass., but left after only one night.
Atrocious attention
It seems if a person does something commendable in today's world, the issue is rarely covered. Sure, there might be a 10-second spot on the 6 o'clock news, but that's about it.But if a person does something against the law or morally wrong in society's eyes, we can't get enough of it.This is where the Kobe Bryant case comes into play.
Teachers carrying guns only creates dangerous atmosphere
When two closely matched nations compete militarily against each other, often one will develop a new, powerful weapon, subsequently prompting the other to develop an even newer, more powerful weapon.During the Cold War, this precarious situation was commonplace, a competition which thankfully ended without a direct shot fired.Now, almost 15 years removed from the implosion of the Soviet Union, some members of the Conservative Right would like to bring the same stable serenity of an arms race to the high school classroom.
Folk festival coming to E.L. streets
Those craving an eclectic blend of art and music this weekend should look no further than downtown East Lansing.
Mayor looks to keep seat
Editor's note: This is the last in a series of articles profiling Lansing's six candidates for mayor.Lansing - When Mayor Tony Benavides talks about Lansing, it's almost as if he's mayor of a small town.He knows neighborhoods, ordinances, city businesses and some citizens by name.
Student arraigned on charges of filing false police report
A 19-year-old MSU student was arraigned in East Lansing's 54-B District Court today on charges of falsifying a police report about sexual assault.Jenna King claimed that she was sexually assaulted by two men on the 300 block of Division Street on July 20.East Lansing police Capt.
JazzFest swings into Old Town
Lansing - Sunny skies, smooth jazz and the aroma of barbecued pork filled the air Saturday while Webberville resident Jim Smith thoughtfully munched from a bag of peanuts as the 2003 Lansing JazzFest was swinging into full effect all around him. Old Town played host to the ninth annual JazzFest during the weekend, featuring performances by the nationally renowned Rumba Club, African-inspired Biakuye and other groups such as Sunny Wilkinson and Raw Silk featuring Beverly Robinson. The event brought an estimated 12,000 to Lansing's Old Town, organizers said. Smith said the event brought a positive influence to the district. "It's in a good, safe area that's not congested," Smith said.
Fessing up
There is something the phrases "flawed intelligence" and "the Bush administration" have in common.