Former MSU student killed in car accident

Former MSU student Melissa Ernest died Saturday afternoon after she lost control of her SUV on U.S.

Police briefs 08/17/04

Train derails near Owosso

A train owned by Canadian National Railway derailed in Bancroft at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday.

Application to destroy E.L. 'village' aims to provide more housing

Part of a Grand River Avenue building could be demolished to make way for more retail businesses and space for student rentals. At tonight's East Lansing City Council meeting, the council will review an application from Corey Partnership to take a wrecking ball to half of Stonehouse Village - 601 through 603 E.

Lansing's Summerfest promotes area diversity

It isn't necessary to fly a plane around the world in order for local residents to eat authentic homemade Mexican tacos and listen to live South Indian music in one day.

Games promote nutrition, raise doubts

Kari Pierce has her doubts about an attempt by MSU Extension to promote nutrition through computer programs. The Lansing mother and Extension participant said that while learning about nutrition is important, MSU's new computer game, the "Fantastic Food Challenge", might not work as well as expected.

Party members strive to get student vote

Even if MSU legally satisfies federal legislation requiring every student to have access to voter registration materials, both Republicans and Democrats want to see more done at the university level to get students involved in the upcoming election.

Chevy Tahoes possible replacement for 'U' police squad's Ford vehicles

MSU police officers might be sporting new rides next year if a possible deal to replace their current squad cars with Chevy Tahoes is worked out. The current fleet of 13 marked Ford Crown Victorias, have leases that expire at the end of the year, would be replaced by the larger sport utility vehicles when they become available.

Police briefs 08/17/04

'U' safeguards against risk

MSU police will conduct its second phase of emergency preparedness Wednesday morning during a full-scale mock disaster exercise on campus. About a dozen officials know exactly where the drill will take place - so responders such as MSU police, East Lansing Fire Department, the Office of Radiation, Chemical and Biological Safety and other local units will be able to test readiness. "We want to test our preparedness, response function and our ability to recover from whatever may happen so we can make sure we have the proper planning procedures," MSU police Lt.

Nobel Prize nominee to speak at BoarsHead

Three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee Kathy Kelly will speak at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the BoarsHead Theatre, 425 S.

Debate documentary to air Sept. 1

Based on the premise that a sport is defined as any type of intense competition, the College Sports Television cable network created a one-hour long documentary based on the 58th National Debate Tournament, which MSU won earlier this year. With CNN news anchor Aaron Brown as the host, the film premieres on Sept.

600 Target scholarships available to students

Current undergraduate college students, as well as high school seniors and graduates, who aren't Target store employees may apply for the All-Around Scholarship until Nov.

Former athletic director to speak at E.L. event

Former MSU athletic director Clarence Underwood will discuss academics and athletics in urban schools in light of recent scandals in the intercollegiate sports world as part of the East Lansing's Luncheon Speaker Series. Underwood will speak at 12:30 p.m.

Science retreats set up for secondary teachers

Secondary education teachers are invited to participate in fall weekend retreats concentrating on genetics.

Day promotes awareness of transgender concerns

In an effort to bring more attention to a part of society most people either don't understand or know exists, TransGender Michigan officials declared Sunday as International Transgender Awareness Day. "Some people will say, 'Your community is so new,'" TransGender Michigan executive director Rachel Crandall said.

15 years of program's achievement celebrated

For more than a decade, the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program/Summer Research Opportunity Program has helped minority, low-income or first-generation college students pursue graduate school.

Man drowns in Lansing river

Lansing - A man was found dead Tuesday afternoon in the Red Cedar River in Lansing, near Kalamazoo and Clippert Streets. Police were investigating the incident as "a suspicious death," and an autopsy performed Wednesday concluded with inconclusive results. Roberto Martinez, friend of the man he called "Ran Dan," returned after a brief trip Tuesday to the location they were living at - among the trees west of Kalamazoo Street and on the shore of the Red Cedar River - and noticed something wasn't right. Police had taped off the area and were investigating a body found in the water next to their campsite. Martinez said he and a group of men had been "kicking back" at the campsite, where "Ran Dan" had a tent, and "were all drinking." Multiple police and rescue teams swarmed the area after Lansing Police received an anonymous call at about 2:30 p.m.

Third annual folk festival expected to bring 80K people to E.L. streets

East Lansing city officials, along with MSU Museum employees and downtown businesses are getting ready for fun, folk music and food during this weekend's third annual Great Lakes Folk Festival. MSU Museum Communication Manager Lora Helou said the 80,000 expected at this year's festival - the same amount as at last year's event - can taste the flavor and cultures of different countries of the world. "Through music, food and arts, it's a chance to experience lots of different cultures in an accessible way," Helou said.

Police briefs 08/12/04