Area politicians help Korean mayors through leadership training program
Lansing Mayor David Hollister spoke with 20 Korean mayors Monday on economic strategies and how important an image is to a city. It was all part of the event titled “Transforming Civic Society and Government in the 21st Century,” a leadership training program promoting decentralization of the Korean government.
Bagel Fragel closes, serves final orders
Customers filled Bagel Fragel Deli on Monday afternoon to solemnly wait out the last few moments of the store’s 27-year existence.Owner Terri Bettinger tearfully hugged longtime customers goodbye after she took their last orders.
Michigan author to discuss book tonight
When thinking about addictions, drug and alcohol dependencies usually come to mind. But not for Sue William Silverman - her addiction was sex.
Three residents hope to unseat Lansing mayor
Three Lansing residents are vying to ascend to the city’s chief executive post, but they are going to have to climb over a two-term mayor to get there.And each admits unseating a rather popular David Hollister isn’t going to be easy.Some political analysts say it’s not even possible.“It’s already over; Hollister is a shoe-in,” said Mark Grebner, who works for East Lansing-based Practical Political Consulting, 220 Albert Ave.
Courts reading of law is wrong
I can’t understand why we even have a constitution. Isn’t it so the citizens can tell their government what powers it doesn’t have and how it is supposed to exercise those it does?
Trustees plan future of campus
The MSU Board of Trustees’ 2020 Vision is making the view of campus clearer. Maps of the 20-year campus master plan, called the 2020 Vision, were presented to the trustees during a meeting last week. They will see the official plan in June and be asked to approve it in late fall. “We need to put together a sweeping plan to put this together,” MSU President M.
Two-out heroics lift Lugnuts to victory
LANSING - After losing 9-4 to the Quad City River Bandits on Monday night, the Lansing Lugnuts had a successful, quick turnaround for Tuesday morning’s series-ending contest. The game started at 10:35 a.m.
Gun law deserves more consideration
It’s disappointing so many people are cheering at the news that the concealed weapons reform law our legislature passed might now be sidetracked until November 2002.
Pastor seeks council ward seat
In the page 3 story “Lansing locals seek ward position,” (SN 5/17) Lester Stone was left out. Stone, 50, has been pastor at Friendship Baptist Church, 925 W.
Lansing officials oppose new gas line
LANSING - David Murray said Lansing needs a gasoline pipeline, but not at the risk to the environment and residents. And Lansing City Council members agreed the risk was too great, as they urged Lansing Mayor David Hollister to do anything possible to stop Wolverine Pipeline Co. from building a gas line through Lansing. “I think the first thing we need to do is take care of the environment,” said Murray, a Delta Township resident.
Screaming Staind offering has slower-paced gems
Staind Break the Cycle (Flip Records/Elektra) Sounding a lot like Metallica, Korn and many others before them, Staind’s new album, “Break the Cycle,” should be called “Break the Eardrums.” Staind just added itself to the long list of heavy metal/hard-core bands.
Pop-saturated movie soundtracks appeal is too young for students
Various Artists Shrek Soundtrack (Dreamworks Records) With any movie release nowadays, there’s usually a soundtrack close behind.
U might tap into oil, gas
MSU may be able to add more funds to its coffers - without raising tuition.Sturgeon Point Development Co. is drilling for oil and natural gas on the university’s property in Troy, Mich.
End of the road
Firestone’s decision to end its partnership with Ford Motor Co. was the best choice for the tire company. Bridgestone/Firestone Inc. announced Tuesday it would stop selling tires to Ford Motor Co. Ford has also announced intentions to replace up to 13 million Firestone tires in an effort to improve public relations since the massive tire recall last summer. Bridgestone/Firestone executives have admitted problems with its Wilderness AT tires, which used to be standard packaging on the Ford Explorer, but also attribute the sport utility vehicle’s problems to Ford’s design. General Motors still uses Firestone tires on 14 models, and has found no problems. John Lampe, Bridgestone/Firestone chief executive and president, said on ABC’s “Good Morning America” on Tuesday that Ford Explorers with replaced tires in Venezuela continue to roll over. While both companies clearly have problems, Firestone made a wise decision by splitting with Ford. Firestone has made attempts to improve its product by recalling the ATX, ATX II and Wilderness AT model tires.
Day at ballpark provides lessons that cant be taught in classroom
LANSING - While the Lansing Lugnuts turned Oldsmobile Park into a classroom Tuesday - schooling the Quad City River Bandits 11-2 - about 5,500 students of all ages from around the state witnessed the great American pastime firsthand. Kim Hawkings, an eighth-grader from Pattengill Middle School in Lansing, attended the event for the third time and said the atmosphere is not only better at the ballpark than in the classroom, but the menu is tastier too. “You get to miss class,” said Hawkings, while chowing down on a hot dog, nachos, cotton candy and french fries.
Animated film features humorous Myers as ogre; delights all ages
An animated feature-length film doesn’t always get the credit it most often deserves. Many times, cartoon movies are brushed aside as trivial and childish - but anyone who subscribes to this obviously hasn’t seen “Shrek.” Mike Myers, best known for being a “Saturday Night Live” cast member and star of the “Austin Powers” films, does an outrageously hilarious job as the voice of the title character.
U honors memory of former provost
Although former Spartan Provost Lawrence Boger finished his career as an Oklahoma State University Cowboy, MSU leaders who remember his life agree that he bled green and white. “He was a member of the Spartan family in every sense of the word,” said Roger Wilkinson, former MSU vice president for Finance and Operations.
ACLU members plan to discuss course of action
In the wake of the information the Lansing-area chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union received in response to a Freedom of Information Act request to the university, members are now examining the packet and considering their options. No definite action will be taken until a meeting can be held.
Study abroad experience shouldn't be missed
At this time last year I was far, far away from here and thrilled about it to the point of near-delirium.