McCain has survived, revived American politics

The son and grandson of U.S. Navy admirals survived torture from both the Hanoi Hilton during the Vietnam War and debating Texas Gov.

E.L. board positions to be filled, all can apply

The City of East Lansing is looking for residents to fill positions on a number of advisory boards and commissions.People on boards such as the planning commission, the zoning board of appeals, the housing commission and the commission on the environment have the opportunity to bring their expertise to the East Lansing City Council, Mayor Pro Tem Beth Schwarze said.“What those boards do is advise the city council on the way policy should be shaped,” Schwarze said.

Homecoming is a time to reflect about U

Last Sunday, I had occasion to return to campus from Cincinnati, jewel of the Ohio River. On the way back, I stopped by my house, just a stone’s throw from I-75 once it winds its way into Michigan.

GOP raises ad spending

As many watch the presidential race fall into a bitter battle of verbal accusations, the Republican Party has made the move to increase the battle on national television.The party recently made a decision to bulk up its advertising budget in 17 states, including Michigan, where the GOP feels the need to combat Democratic television ads and get its message to the public.Along with the increased spending, the party is unveiling a new line of commercials designed by the Republican National Committee.

Some students very superstitious

Black cats, broken mirrors, heads-down pennies - all superstitions to be avoided, but especially today, Friday the 13th. “There are so many (superstitions),” said Gary Hoppenstand, a professor of American Thought and Language.

Homecoming traffic creates need for alternate routes

With the 2000 Homecoming parade flooding streets tonight at 6 p.m., those coming to campus might want to plan alternate routes.Traffic could be hectic.

Alumni, staff celebrate Unions historic past

Standing in an elegant ballroom in the Union, Bob Bruinsma recalls the 27 memorable years he spent working one floor below.“I have had a lot of pleasant memories here and met many great people,” the 73-year-old Lansing resident said while glimpsing at a slide show that featured photographs of the building’s history.

Spikers optimistic to face No. 7 Badgers

MSU women’s volleyball takes to the road this weekend for Big Ten matches against Wisconsin and Northwestern.The No.

Alumni Association hosts annual brunch

With Homecoming hitting MSU today, preparations are underway to welcome about 700 alumni back to the banks of the Red Cedar. The MSU Alumni Association is sponsoring the annual Green and White Homecoming Brunch at the Kellogg Center on Saturday. “It’s a fun activity,” said Keith Williams, Alumni Association executive director.

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U teams gear up for another weekend of competition

Ice HockeyThe men’s ice hockey team has been practicing at The Summit, 9410 Davis Highway in Lansing, all week preparing for the Olympic-size ice at the Johnson Nissan Classic in Anchorage, Alaska this weekend.Seventh-ranked MSU will face host Alaska-Anchorage at midnight tonight and Merrimack on Saturday at 8:05 p.m.

Actor works stage in political speech

“Jaws” may have dropped on campus Thursday. During a special visit, Academy Award-winner Richard Dreyfuss stopped at MSU to stump for Democrat Vice President Al Gore and encourage political activism.Dreyfuss, the well-known star of the shark movie and “Mr. Holland’s Opus,” spoke to more than 200 students at Case Hall’s cafeteria.

E.L. rearranges budget to benefit local parks

The East Lansing City Council approved changes to the $50 million city budget late Tuesday night that will include more money for parks and recreational facilities. Residents will reap the benefits of the budget change by enjoying park improvements in such parks as Harrison Meadows Park and the East Lansing Soccer Complex.

Riverwalks latest play features U

Divorce is a controversial social issue that many people take seriously. In light of that, Riverwalk Theatre is producing the comedy “Let’s Get a Divorce.” Set in France during the late 19th century, the play depicts how a traditional society copes with the idea of divorce. “It’s about a society based on smoke and mirrors.

Prognosticators, Spartans will look for Homecoming magic against Badgers

The guru boys took a beating last week, both going 1-3. Like the Spartans, they’ll be looking to rebound this week. Records to date: Arthole: (17-9) Special K: Too sorry to mention. Wisconsin (3-3) at MSU (3-2) Here’s a matchup of two teams that can really feel each other’s pain.

Couple injured in plane crash

MERIDIAN TWP. - The Jaws of Life were used to pull a couple from a small two-seat plane in a quiet neighborhood near Lake Lansing and Abbott roads late Wednesday night. Witnesses say they heard a loud crash as the plane hit several trees before crashing into the backyard of 6047 Harkson Drive in Meridian Township. Bob Boyd, the 55-year-old director of maintenance for Capital City Airport, and his wife, Kathy, were returning from Pennsylvania with their dog when his single-engine Cherokee plane went down at about 9:40 p.m., said Robert Kolt, spokesman for Capital City Airport. The Boyds were rushed to Sparrow Hospital where their conditions were unknown, but both survivors were talking and conscious as they were being extricated. As paramedics removed Kathy Boyd from the scene, she kept asking about her dog to make sure it was OK. The dog apparently escaped serious injury. Kolt said the pair received lacerations and one of the Boyds suffered a broken arm. Boyd had called the airport minutes before to inform air traffic controllers that the aircraft was out of gas and he was looking for a place to land. “We received word they were low on fuel and going down in the area of the old Davis airport,” Kolt said.

Club rules have changed over years for first ladies

They are not only their husbands’ closest advisers, they are the only ones privileged enough to call them by their first names. The role played by the women of the White House has changed.

Receiver gives verbal commitment to U

MSU football coach Bobby Williams received his fourth verbal commitment and first from outside the state of Michigan for the 2001 season on Oct.

Rock incident was worth attention

A recent letter to the editor by Ellen Sciba (“Rock article was not newsworthy,” SN 10/10) appallingly tried to downplay the painting over of a Hispanic Heritage Month display on the rock on Farm Lane by fraternity pledges.

Snider ties school golf record in Big Ten - Big 12 Shootout

Women’s golf Junior Stacy Snider led the women’s golf team to a third-place finish in the Big Ten-Big 12 Shootout on Tuesday in Franklin, Ind. Snider tied a school record with her 54-hole total of 216 for the event.