LIFE
Officials warn against dangers of binge drinking on St. Patrick's Day
Along with COVID-19, overdrinking is a major concern to the community on St. Patrick's day.
LIFE
Importance of St. Patrick's Day: celebrating Irish culture and traditions
While Americans find time to celebrate the holiday around working hours, Saint Patrick’s feast day is a federal holiday in Ireland and it’s considered the first major holiday after Christmas and New Year’s.
MSU
MSU ranks 2nd in state for graduate salaries
According to GradReports.com, the state of Michigan tends to have lower costs of living, which ultimately results in smaller salaries for alumni who stay in the state graduation. Despite this, 14 Michigan schools had higher salary rates than the national median.
MSU
Graduation at MSU will look a little different this year
With outdoor gathering restrictions in place, each graduate will be permitted up to two guests with tickets required for entrance.
SPOTLIGHT
The story of MSU's last competing diver: Amanda Ling
Amanda Ling is the last diver to compete for MSU. And her coach's path may end when hers does, too.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
'Big Ten Country,' MSU men's hoops makes trip to familiar stomping grounds for First Four matchup
That goes with exception of hallway stretch sessions Head Coach Tom Izzo plans to keep the team together.
MICHIGAN
Ingham County Health Official cites concern over a potential surge in cases
According to the CDC director, plateaus and a slight increase in cases have led to surges in the past, though there is hope the vaccine efforts will help in mitigation of these risks.
MICHIGAN
AG office charges Holland man with making threats against public officials
Attorney General Dana Nessel charged Holland man Joshua Docter with crimes for making death threats against President Joe Biden, U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
MSU
UK coronavirus variant detected at Michigan State
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 616 active cases of the U.K. variant in Michigan.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Know Thy Enemy: March Madness kicks off with Spartans in First Four against Bruins
MSU will face off with UCLA in the First Four on Thursday evening.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
A botched COVID test and a lot of emotions: Inside a wild selection show for MSU women's hoops
Selection Monday was a little strange for MSU women's hoops.
NEWS
East Lansing Crime Warp: The story of Officer James
Serving 11 years as a police officer on the East Lansing Police Department team, Officer James most likely never expected to be known as the only officer to die in the line of duty. This week find out how one call took the life of ELPD’s own.
MEN'S SOCCER
MSU suffers their 2nd straight loss in a last-minute thriller to Indiana
MSU men's soccer lost in the 87th minute of Monday's match.
MICHIGAN
EL bars and restaurants prepare for St. Patrick's Day amid COVID-19
Preparations for March 17 are looking slightly different this year for downtown East Lansing bars and restaurants due to COVID-19 restrictions, compared to the crowded celebrations of previous years.
MSU
ASMSU proposed bill advocates for MSU to transition from fossil fuels to renewables
Although there is currently no set date for MSU’s Energy Transition Plan, a plan to transition from fossil fuels to renewables, to be executed. Nonetheless, Lajiness said that the effort should still be pushed to make sure that the ETSC is held accountable for the plan.
ICE HOCKEY
Pierce Charleson's postseason performance gives hint of what he can be for MSU hockey
Pierce Charleson's career night nearly pushed MSU to an upset of Minnesota.
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL
Michigan State women's basketball earns NCAA Tournament berth, will face No. 7 seed Iowa State
Michigan State is in the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019 after last year's tournament was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
LIFE
A socially distanced St. Patrick's Day: MSU and city officials cite concern
MSU and city officials share safe ways to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
LIFE
City Stars: Professional piercer reflects on working at Splash of Color
For 21 years now, Renee McKeith has worked as a professional piercer at Splash of Color Tattoo and Piercing Studio in downtown East Lansing. McKeith, who is also the current manager, said her time working at the studio has been anything but ordinary.
MSU
Petition asks to let summer graduates walk at spring commencements
“It just feels like a slap in the face," Ashlynn Seymour said.