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Staying alive

For the first time, the humans defeated the zombies in MSU's annual Spartans vs Zombies competition. We sent a reporter into the campus-wide battle.

FOOTBALL

Witness writes letter in support of Delton Williams following arrest

Delton Williams was suspended indefinitely by head coach Mark Dantonio after being charged with flaunting a firearm on campus during a traffic incident on South Shaw Lane and Red Cedar Road on March 16.  A month since his not guilty plea in East Lansing's 54-B District Court, the man who accused the running back of pointing a gun at him has asked MSU police to drop the charges on Williams.  In a letter obtained by the Detroit Free Press, the man, 23-years-old, did research on Williams' past and discovered the tragedies he experienced during his upbringing in Erie, Pa., which led to speculation as to "why (Williams) would have a weapon."  Williams, despite having a permit for the Smith and Wesson .40 caliber pistol, admitted to police that he raised the gun inside his car.

SOFTBALL

Lea Foerster has showed promise in freshman season

For the MSU softball team, this season has been one that hasn't had many bright spots.  Freshman outfielder Lea Foerster has been one of those bright spots. Head coach Jacquie Joseph has noticed the improvement of Foester, and in a season where MSU has fallen to 16-29, including a 1-15 record in the conference. "I've been impressed with Lea since day one," she said.

FEATURES

"Hair" performers shed clothes to educate viewers

On Friday night, students in the MSU Theatre Department production of Hair presented the finished product of their four months of preparation to an eager audience. Perhaps the most shocking— and most moving— moment of the show, which has a myriad of mature and controversial themes, occurred when the cast stripped down completely in an act of protest that closes out the first act.

MICHIGAN

Record store day draws music fanatics to local stores

“It’s crazy to do all of this by hand,”kc said Jon Howardkc, the manager of Flat Black and Circular, as he looked at a stack of over 500 unboxed records. “But it’s fun and people enjoy shopping for this kind of stuff. It’s a happy place to work.” am

SOFTBALL

MSU softball losses another tough game

By Troy Jefferson Tjefferson@statenews.com It was another tough luck loss for the softball team on Sunday afternoon. Minnesota (37-7 overall, 12-3 Big Ten) completed its sweep of MSU (16-29 overall, 1-15 Big Ten) at Secchia Stadium, defeating the Spartans, 9-4.

MSU

UAB prepares for marquee drag show event

MSU’s drag personas are being dusted off to come out and strut their stuff at the 2015 Official MSU Drag Show, which will take place 9 p.m. Friday at the Crossroads Food Court in the International Center.

MICHIGAN

Mental health mural painting moved until summer

The week, which was held during the end of March and beginning of April, was meant to raise awareness and spark discussion regarding mental health. A mural was set to be painted during this time, but because of inclement weather and not having complete permission from all parties involved, it was postponed.