Lack of rain might hurt farmers

The thunderstorms rolling through Michigan early last week came at just the right time for area farmers.

Cursing charges continue to cause cases of clashes in U.S. courts

Three months after a Michigan law against profanity was ruled unconstitutional, cussing cases are popping up in other states.Roseville resident Timothy Boomer, also known as the “cussing canoeist,” swore in front of a family after falling out of a canoe on Aug.

Free movies entertain hundreds under moonlight in Valley Court

An elegant and phosphorescent beam from the moon projected its beauty around Valley Court Park on Thursday where more than 300 people basked in its glow at the Moonlight Film Festival to see the computer-generated movie “Ice Age.” Spectators were treated to the free movie amid Mother Nature’s cool summer night, courtesy of sponsors Video To Go, 300 N.

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Ag Expo to bring demonstration, education, farming strategies

More than 300 exhibitors will highlight the 23rd MSU Ag Expo, the largest and oldest farm show in the state.

Lavigne adds talent to young female artists

When you think of young and beautiful female artists, everyone’s mind has unfortunately been scarred with images of Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera and the rest of a long list of untalented schmoes that have plagued music for too long. Please welcome the new minor to hit the airwaves and skate all over the superficial valley girls of yesterday.

Church arson inquest begins

Richard Holcomb isn’t willing to let arson scorch his faith.“It was just a building and the basis of our religion does not come from a building,” said the former bishop at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 431 E.

Animal lab officials seek more funds

The new Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory scheduled to open this fall could have the capabilities to stop the spread of diseases affecting animals, but the facility is $3 million short of funding.In hopes of receiving the difference, the Michigan Farm Bureau organized a walking tour of the existing Animal Health Diagnostic Laboratory for government representatives and legislative aides Thursday.

Martin takes 2nd place at championship

Junior Sarah Martin was the runner-up in the 86th Michigan Women’s Amateur Golf Championship on Friday. Martin was defeated by Clarkston’s Mary Jane Anderson Hiestand 1-up in the title match at The Moor Course at Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs. After 14 holes Anderson Hiestand led, but Martin birdied the next three holes to tie the match with 17 holes completed. Anderson Hiestand pared the 18th and final hole, with Martin still to put for par.

Motives suspicious for alcohol council

Does anyone else find the East Lansing Responsible Hospitality Council’s latest proposal to curb binge-drinking in the downtown area a bit fishy?

Minimum mess

Mandatory minimum sentences for drug crimes haven’t solved the drug problem we face. It’s time Michigan began to use a more balanced system to reform drug users. Many times, incarceration has been the only option for these drug-related crimes, and treatment is not given enough consideration, possibly sending people to prison when rehabilitation would be much better suited to their case.

Restroom-space complaint filed

Standing in long lines, missing the first act after intermission and crossing your legs while praying you’re next can be a painful experience. Women know the pain of waiting to use the bathroom at sporting events, concerts, plays and practically any other public place. But a formal complaint was filed in June on the issue of “potty parity” with the U.S.

Lugnuts claim tie-breaker over Fort Wayne

Lansing - The Lugnuts split a four-game series with the Fort Wayne Wizards, which was enough to win the season series 7-6.If the teams finish with identical second-half records, the series victory could prove vital since neither team captured a first-half playoff spot.

Research before voting necessary

Kristofer Karol, in his column “Being patriotic means more than buying a flag; public displays infuriating,” (SN 7/11), raises an excellent point about “false” patriots.

Dont be upset at corporate fat-cats, we all lie all the time anyway

I’m sure everyone is sick of reading columns on the Pledge of Allegiance by now, so today I’m going to talk about something else that has ties to religion - ethics. I know that sounds like a boring subject, but given recent headlines showcasing shady accounting practices, and now a lawsuit, against Vice President Dick Cheney and the oil company he ran for five years, I think it’s worth some discussion. President George W.

Good tunes fill air in Fountain Square

Free music is luring East Lansing families downtown to socialize as they listen to artists like Mustard’s Retreat sing humorous folk stories. The Fountain Square Concert Series began June 14 and continues until Aug.

The pastors pedaling pilgrimage

When KariAnna Clausen’s dad taught her to ride the unicycle last fall, she made him promise that in five years he would ride with her across the nation. But Lars Clausen couldn’t wait that long.

Games entertain area festivalgoers

Day two of the Common Ground Festival seemed a little laid-back. That was, of course, unless you were one of the countless people who were swinging a golf club or having a go at a man in a dunk tank. Bands Kool & the Gang and Journey headlined the night’s festivities, but the Hole-In-One golfing challenge continued to gain popularity. Perry resident James Nanasty couldn’t stop swinging away as he was determined to win the grand prize, a $30,000 Chevrolet truck donated by Waldecker Chevrolet of Fowlerville.

Valid Concerns

Michigan voters may soon have the opportunity to voice their opinion on where the remainder of Michigan’s $8 billion portion of the tobacco settlement money goes.

Outside movie helps keep families cool

East Lansing’s Moonlight Film Festival will show the animated film “Ice Age” at 9:30 p.m.