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Farm bill stalled

From staff and wire reports
May 21, 2008

The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly rejected President George W. Bush’s veto of a roughly $307 billion farm bill, but what should have been a stinging defeat for Bush became an embarrassing episode for Democrats. Only hours before the House’s 316-108 vote, Bush had vetoed the five-year measure, saying it was too expensive and gave too much money to wealthy farmers when farm incomes are high. Only hours later, the House voted 316-108 to override the veto, and the Senate had been expected to quickly follow suit.

NEWS

Police Brief 05/22/08

A 38-year-old woman with no university affiliation had $127 in cash stolen from her wallet between 7:45 a.m. and 12:20 p.m. May 15, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.

MICHIGAN

Mich. celebrates heritage month, embraces culture

Ralph M. Paulk
May 21, 2008

The Asian Pacific American population is increasing faster than any other ethnic group, but to Harold Core, the group’s impact and contributions have gone unnoticed. As Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in Michigan wraps up, the sixth-annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Day celebration will be held from 10 a.m.

MICHIGAN

Homeless veterans receive aid

Marilyn King
May 21, 2008

Tracy Martincic said she did not choose to be homeless. Her fiancé, Iraq war veteran Steve Maxim, did not choose to be homeless either. These situations, Martincic said, are often misunderstood.

MSU

Farm Lane construction expands

Katie Koerner
May 21, 2008

As part of the Farm Lane construction project, beginning Thursday, the road will be closed from Mount Hope Road, north to Wilson Road, and at the intersection of Farm Lane and Trowbridge Road.

NEWS

Insurance industry sees growth in Lansing area

The Lansing area has grown into a hub of insurance and financial activity, according to a report released last week by Capital Area Michigan Works! and Leap Inc., a Lansing-area economic development group.

NEWS

Police Brief 05/21/08

Marilyn King
May 20, 2008

About $755 of construction equipment was stolen from a 26-year-old male with no university affiliation at Demonstration Hall last Tuesday between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.

NEWS

Council hears public concern, OKs budget

Allison Bush
May 20, 2008

Though many of MSU’s students have left the area for the summer, the East Lansing City Council’s discussion surrounding City Center II was under way Tuesday as residents attended the meeting to voice their concerns.

NEWS

Animals hoping for a home

Heather Lockwood
May 20, 2008

It’s “kitten season,” and the Capital Area Humane Society is looking for volunteers to provide foster homes for animals that aren’t quite ready for adoption — especially kittens.

MSU

Workers train for emergencies

Katie Koerner
May 20, 2008

Anthony Blixt has been practicing saving lives for 11 years. Blixt, a member of the Ford Motor Co.‘s Van Dyke plant Emergency Response Team, has been training at the Emergency Response Team Challenge since 1998, when it began at MSU.

MICHIGAN

Office closed for Memorial Day

Ralph M. Paulk
May 20, 2008

All branch offices of the Secretary of State will be closed on May 26 for Memorial Day, according to a press release from Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land. The Secretary of State SUPER!Centers, which normally offer Saturday hours, will be closed on May 24.

MICHIGAN

Phone use while driving faces ban

Nico Rubello
May 20, 2008

While driving back from New York, Jeff Hank said he used his cell phone for everything from work calls, to getting directions, to letting his mother know he was safe. Cell phone usage while driving could be restricted as the Michigan House of Representatives considers a ban on cell phones as early as next week.

NEWS

Starting over

After about seven years at war, some lawmakers are looking to offer military members that have served in Iraq and Afghanistan benefits comparable to the ones offered by the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944, commonly known as the GI Bill of Rights, after World War II.

NEWS

Police Briefs 05/20/08

Marilyn King
May 19, 2008

A 41-year-old woman with no university affiliation had $700 in cash stolen out of her apron at the East Lansing Art Festival around 11 a.m. Saturday, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.