Neutral follows proven formula

Here’s what we’ve got. A new band following the tried and tested genre of n

Enrollment begins for womens conference

The 2002 Lansing Conference for Women will take place at the Marriott at University Place, 300 M.A.C.

Lawful mistake

The Food and Drug Administration’s approval of GHB - more commonly known as the “date-rape drug” - to treat narcolepsy is a big step in the wrong direction. GHB, or gamma hydroxybutyrate, is a drug known to trigger unconsciousness and cause short-term memory loss, which has led to its notorious reputation as a tool to take advantage of women at parties.

Meaning of religion often misunderstood

Wouldn’t it be nice to be a fly on the wall in the corner of eternity, listening to the dialogue going on beyond the Pearly Gates, Valhalla, the Elysian fields, nirvana or whatever name we humans have placed on that land beyond time - the land of everlasting life.

Monét provides refreshing sound with Love & War

Sometimes a newcomer has the star power to grab people’s attention with something unique and entertaining.

Michigan farms declared disaster areas

Gibbs Berry Farm in Mason has suffered from the spastic weather conditions in Michigan.“There are some places that have gotten rain, but I happen to be in a strip here where we’ve only got rain once in July and June, it wasn’t much, but it helped things some - but things are in tough shape,” owner Donald Gibbs said.The farmer is struggling to make certain he doesn’t loose his crop and has been struggling to stay afloat.“I’m a strawberry and raspberry grower, and we’ve been irrigating like mad.

Land-share proposal approved by council

East Lansing City Council unanimously approved a new draft of a land-share deal with Meridian Township on Tuesday.

City probes housing with survey

An East Lansing-commissioned survey distributed this month to landlords, student government and city officials aims to uncover any discrimination in rental properties. But some student leaders say choosing to do a fair-housing survey in the summer will not paint the most accurate picture of what student life is like in East Lansing. “I think having this survey done in the summer wasn’t the best idea, in terms of getting some strong student input,” ASMSU Student Assembly Chairperson Matt Weingarden said.

Initiative unnoticed, supporters concerned

An Aug. 6 ballot initiative to increase Michigan’s parks and recreation spending is overflowing with supporters and has no organized opposition. But, oddly enough, those supporters are concerned about the lack of debate. Proposal 2 would amend the Michigan constitution to increase the size of the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, which is used to support state and local parks projects.

Police briefs 07/24/02

Possibility for revenue, education to be found in once-popular half-brew

In this cold, cruel, world where the under-21 crowd are segregated from those who are “of age,” I searched for the answer to a prodding question that has plagued me since I have become a so-called adult. Since I’m 19, I can serve and die for my country.

State officials support increased restrictions for IDs

Ting Xiong said she read through piles of documents as an international student from China.“We are not a permanent people here,” the mathematics graduate student said.

ASMSU fills top position

A former ASMSU official is returning to the organization to temporarily fill the post left vacant by the June death of the group’s association director. Social relations senior Joe Mignano, who served as Student Assembly’s 2001-2002 vice chairperson of external affairs, was appointed the interim head of the undergraduate student government’s staff.

Single-game football tickets on sale today

Tickets for three of the Spartans’ eight home football games went on sale this morning. The games against Eastern Michigan on Aug.

Shady deals

Every week it’s another company, another financial problem, another screw up from the folks up top.

Pressure cooker

No one would leave a chocolate bar sitting in their car on a hot day, yet nearly every summer there are reports of children who die because they’re left alone in a vehicle. A Detroit mother is on trial for involuntary manslaughter after her children died in her car.

Jacobsons bankruptcy, closing would leave void at Meridian Mall

It’s been almost two years since Jacobson’s said goodbye to downtown East Lansing. Now the retail chain is likely to say farewell to its shoppers for good. Jacobson Stores Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Jan.

Land use to be discussed at meeting

East Lansing city officials are inviting residents to voice their opinions on the final stages of the Northern Tier Land Use Plan at a public hearing Wednesday. The forum will give residents a chance to voice their opinions of how the land should be developed.

Police briefs 07/22/02

Lugnuts sweep division leaders

Lansing - The Lugnuts broke out the brooms Sunday on the division-leading Dayton Dragons.Lansing (19-12 second half, 56-44 overall) defeated Dayton 10-1 at Oldsmobile Park, 505 E.