Ads claims wrong, credit due for work

I’m writing in response to a very inaccurate ad which recently ran on local television stations.

Affirmative action insight comes after looking at options, seeing for oneself

Before coming to the United States to study at MSU almost three years ago, I had never even heard of affirmative action, let alone possessed an opinion on the matter. That sort of scenario doesn’t last long with people who are as opinionated as I am. Affirmative action was present, and still is, everywhere - in the media, lecture halls and casual conversation in the cafeteria.

Police briefs 06/19/02

Little-known program could help with rental property repairs

For years, East Lansing has offered to help rental property owners fix moldy walls, cracked ceiling and other safety concerns.

DTN warns residents of terrorism

Merchandise management junior Alison Framke got a surprise when she opened the mail that came to her Capitol Villa apartment. Included with her regular mail was a warning from DTN Management Co., which owns the apartment complex at 1696 E.

Spring weather causes mosquito population to fall

Woodlands and parks may seem a bit more peaceful this summer because the buzzing of thousands of blood-sucking insects is noticeably absent. That’s because the string of strange weather in May that left many Michiganians shivering also killed off the first crop of mosquitoes. “Ordinarily this time of year we would have lots of mosquitoes out on the wing, biting people and being very bothersome,” said Ned Walker, an entomology associate professor and one of the state’s premier mosquito experts.

East All Stars claim title, 2 Lugnuts move to Single A in Daytona

Lansing - In the 38th annual Midwest League All-Star Game the East All-Stars defeated the West All-Stars 6-3 Tuesday night at Oldsmobile Park.In the seven-year history of the Lansing Lugnuts, the team has played host to three All-Star games.

Mayors office denies racism

Lansing - Mayor David Hollister’s administration denied accusations of racism in the mayor’s administration Monday, a day after accusations were leveled at a public meeting that a top official was fired because she is black.“I reject and deny the accusations,” Deputy Mayor David Wiener said at Monday’s city council meeting.

SN approves $2.16M budget for 2002-2003

The State News Board of Directors approved a $2.16 million budget for the newspaper for the 2002-2003 fiscal year.About $80,000 of that budget is covered by a $1 increase in student taxes approved in March, State News General Manager Marty Sprigg said.

U.S. team continues to turn heads

Jeonju, South Korea - On Monday afternoon, two old foes, the United States and Mexico, battled far from home.

Roach continues to evolve

The infectious rap-rock collaboration is back. But this time around fans of Papa Roach’s major-label debut may be a little surprised to find a new crowd at its concerts. Its latest effort, “lovehatetragedy,” has a more radio-friendly, rock ’n‘ roll edge to it. Singer Jacoby Shaddix focuses more on his singing than rapping and screaming the pain away like he used to.

Aziatic set to put AZ atop rap world

AZ’s newly released album “Aziatic,” is definitely another collector’s item from one of hip-hop’s purest lyricist.

Letter writers idea ridiculous at best

On behalf of myself, a straight political liberal, and my roommate, a gay political liberal, I would like to apologize to letter writer E.H.

Jucifer fails to make its own noise

To be sinister or not is the question at hand when listening to Jucifer’s second album, “I Name You Destroyer,” a hypnotic grunge album full of rough guitar and vastly ranging vocals. Jucifer, a duo from Athens, Ga., consists of Edgar Livengood and Amber Valentine.

All-Star festivities entertain community

Lansing - The 2002 Midwest League All-Star Game attracted everybody and their mother to Oldsmobile Park Tuesday night. The annual event, which showcased 63 of the top prospects in the league this year, was much more than a game. As attendants entered they were given inflatable plastic noisemakers to create an enthusiastic environment and the recipients wasted little time putting them to use. Prior to the summer classic, fans swarmed the All Stars to capture their autographs on baseballs, baseball caps and programs. Many people attended to take in the game, but just as many were at the park to take in at least one of the side attractions. Lansing native Shawn Gilmore, who tries to take in at least five Lugnuts’ games a season, was one of the many individuals taking part in pregame festivities. Although he didn’t know any of the players from the Kane County Cougars or Beloit Snappers, he was more than eager to get their signatures.

Professor brings cases, experience to U

The “hands-on” philosophy of MSU’s forensic anthropology program brings prominent cases and serious students to the university. Anthropology Professor Norman Sauer’s current investigation at the campus lab could reopen a 7-year-old missing person case.

Lot fate left up to council

Lansing - An East Lansing developer tried Tuesday to sweeten its late bid to buy a city-owned downtown lot by adding an extra $1 million to its offer - more than double the leading offer.But Eyde Co.’s $4.2 million offer won’t postpone the city council’s Monday vote on whether to accept $2.2 million for the land from developers Gary Granger and Joel Ferguson, an MSU trustee, a plan that has been in the works for nearly two years.The council is expected to vote on the issue Monday.Eyde made its original offer last week for the Triangle site, located along the Grand River at the northeast corner of Kalamazoo Street and Grand Avenue.

Nickelodeons special on same-sex parenting creates controversy

Despite a staggering 100,000 e-mails and phone calls that threatened to crash its system, Nickelodeon aired a children’s special about same-sex parents Tuesday night. The half-hour show, “Nick News Special Edition: My Family is Different,” was hosted by Linda Ellerbee, included Rosie O’Donnell as a special guest and featured comments from the Rev.

No permission

It’s time the Legislature fixes a problem that’s been making neighbors into enemies for years.

Cigarette tax hike unfair for smokers

I’d like to comment on the state Legislature’s consideration of an additional 30-cent per pack cigarette tax hike. When will our elected officials stop placing the burden of state tax revenues on the most economically disadvantaged segment of our population?