Olin offers chance to drive drunk
Imagine getting in the driver’s seat after three beers - and driving into oncoming traffic.Smart Drive’s new “Remediation and Education Program for Driving Under the Influence” gives drivers that chance - virtually.
U college endorses Detroit doctor for prospective dean
A Detroit-area doctor may be the next person to head MSU’s College of Human Medicine.The recommendation for the new dean of the college was presented to the MSU Board of Trustees and will be voted on at its next meeting Feb.
Library tightens security after theft of books
Next to bookworms, it’s perhaps a librarian’s worst nightmare.In July, an assistant came to Kathleen Weessies with an empty hardcover case.
It\'s time for someone to step up
Wincing in disgust even thinking of the possibility, I still realize it could happen. Driving back from Columbus late Saturday night, foreshadowing images were running through my mind - visions of turnovers, careless passes and weak rebounding. It was those failed aspects of the game that made all the difference in MSU’s 64-55 loss to the Buckeyes.
Blood Wedding proves tragic fun
Like the Hatfields and McCoys, Montagues and Capulets, there are the Felixes and the
Professors research effects of deforestation
A team of MSU researchers has been working on a project that could hold the fate of the Amazon rain forests in the balance.Mark Cochrane, a research scientist in the Department of Geography, has spent years in Brazil researching an extensive report titled, “The Future of the Brazilian Amazon.”“The whole point (of our research) is to allow the policy developers and the Brazilian government to make an informed decision,” Cochrane said.
Actor celebrates Michigan heritage in independent film
LANSING - Remember that part in “Dumb and Dumber,” when Harry drinks an Ex-Lax-flavored cup of cocoa and spends his big date on a porcelain throne?Jeff Daniels, who starred as Dumb opposite Jim Carrey’s Dumber, does.And it’s scenes like that which were his inspiration when he wrote his first play ten years ago.“When ‘Dumb and Dumber’ had been out a month or so, I couldn’t believe the reaction,” Daniels said in a recent interview with The State News.“I thought 16-year-old kids would get off on it, but I didn’t think 66-year-old kids would.”With that absurd humor in mind, Daniels wrote “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” in 1991 for his then newly-formed, and now nationally recognized, Purple Rose Theatre in his hometown of Chelsea, Mich.The play, about deer hunters at camp in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, all of whom are searching for the buck story to beat all buck stories, was a hit stretching as far as Sacramento, Calif.“I went to New York at 21 and grew up artistically off Broadway, which is a lot different than on Broadway,” Daniels said.
Spartans lose to U-M, again
Make it 0-3 for MSU athletic teams against Michigan in the past four days. The 8th-ranked Spartan wrestling team was the latest casualty Sunday, losing to the 7th- ranked Wolverines 20-12 before a raucous crowd at Jenison Field House.
End profiling
The Lansing police’s attempt to stop racial profiling is a step in the right direction, but it will not get to the core of the problem. The police will be using demographic data from all traffic stops to help track racial profiling.
Womens gymnastics, track grab wins in weekend competitions
The MSU women’s swimming and diving team fell this weekend to Penn State and Indiana, leaving the Spartans 3-5 overall in dual meets.
Alcohol can lead to serious issues
I am an MSU graduate. I am also an alcoholic. The university did not teach me how to become one, I just am.
Celebritys drug past may vanish
LOS ANGELES - Former “News Radio” actor Andy Dick has complied with drug rehabilitation terms under a program that could clear his record of cocaine and marijuana possession. A judge reviewed a progress report Friday and said the actor appeared to be in compliance with court-ordered treatment. He had been ordered to undergo a two-year drug diversion program after pleading guilty to charges of cocaine and marijuana possession and possession of a smoking device. If he completes the program successfully, he could be cleared of charges. “I feel fine.
Attorney Generals life threatened in letter
Michigan Attorney General Jennifer Granholm’s life was threatened via a letter last week before she made a scheduled speech in Chesterfield Township. A threat assessment was done by the Michigan State Police in conjunction with the Warren Police Department, and it was determined that there was no danger.
Registration deadline arrives for upcoming election
Today is the last day to register to vote for the upcoming special elections. The elections, which are scheduled to take place March 20, are to fill three vacant seats in the state Legislature.Candidates for the seat left behind by Mike Rogers, R-Brighton, who won the 8th Congressional District race in November, include Rep.
Police battle racial profiling
LANSING - Police department officials put about 30 area residents through the same training this weekend that officers have received to combat racial profiling.Two-hour sessions on Saturday and Sunday drew about 15 people to the Harry Hill Vocational Center, 5815 Wise Road, to discuss profiling practices and learn about the department’s strategy to prevent it.Racial profiling is a practice in which police take action based on race, ethnicity or national origin rather than illegal or suspicious activities.“Historically, police officers were taught this.
Spartan offense struggles, looks for improvement
Columbus, Ohio - It was a similar scenario, a game Charlie Bell refers to as “The Twilight Zone.”MSU shot under 40 percent from the field, its leading scorer was held below his average, and opposing fans flooded the court after upsetting the Spartans.
Professors rate best and worst commercials
HASLETT - Football fans weren’t the only ones waiting all year for the Super Bowl - advertising critics also anxiously anticipated the big game. Every year, professors from MSU’s Department of Advertising gather to rate the best and worst Super Bowl commercials.
Legislation introduced to alter licence applications
Rep. Mike Bishop, R-Rochester, introduced a resolution Friday to remove a federal mandate requiring states to collect social security numbers for applicants of drivers and a variety of professional and recreational licenses. The numbers are collected to track down parents who owe child support.
Columnist not offensive to all
I would like to address Joe Pennell’s opinion letter “Columnist was highly offensive” (SN 1/26). I understand you took offense to Brian Emerson Jones’ column, but what exactly did you take offense to?