Lansing GardenHouse services community members with flowers, education

At the end of the workshop, each participant was able to take home the arrangement they made, including a vase provided by the GardenHouse. In the future, the GardenHouse will offer more gardening-centric classes, such as how to preserve excess fruits and vegetables.mrThe GardenHouse also offers service projects and youth programs for children living in the Lansing area.mr"The GardenHouse really is one of the most wonderful things in Lansing," Laxton said.

A quick guide to the 2014 primary election

Although East Lansing voters can decide on several proposals, the bulk of primary election voting is deciding which Republican or Democratic candidates are worthy of representing their respective parties in the November election.

Part of the process

Despite statistically low participation, some MSU students are on the front lines in the election season.

The cyclists raced for the Michigan State Criterium Championship, gathering hundreds of cyclists — from beginners to professionals — to compete for cash, coveted jerseys and medals in the early August heat. ap In a criterium race, cyclists compete in a circuit on a closed course. The course ran a total of just over one mile around the downtown Lansing area, skirting widely around the capitol building.apFrom 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., spectators and racers endured 12 individually categorized races.ap

Report calls for indoor tanning safety

In a report released Tuesday, Acting Surgeon General Dr. Boris Lushniak called for Americans to reduce their exposure to ultraviolet rays, whether from the sun or tanning bed, to prevent increased chances of developing the most common cancer, skin cancer, which is largely preventable.mr

Summer Splash turnout decent despite weather worries

Wednesday's weather warmed up just in time for the

Cannabis legalization petition might spark up on ballot

Along with allowing the use, possession or transfer of less than one ounce of marijuana on private property for those age 21 or older, the East Lansing measure additionally allows for those age 21 or older to transport less than one ounce of marijuana.

Local apartments begin yearly clean-up for new residents

The stories Andrews is referring to are part of the Chandler Crossings move-in debacle of fall 2013 — the product of poor planning by past management team The Woodlark Companies, current Chandler Crossings managing agent Adam Martin said.

Ride-sharing app Uber comes to East Lansing

The company has made it possible for anyone to sign up to be a driver after passing a background check.

East Lansing city phone lines down

The City of East Lansing’s phone system is experiencing technical difficulties causing the phone lines to be down.

At East Lansing restaurant, a portrait of post-college employment

Underemployment is on the rise in the U.S., and at Black Cat Bistro, an East Lansing restaurant, employees and MSU alumni provide insight that both affirm and deny the trend.

Gourmet Mac n' Cheese restaurant to make debut in East Lansing soon

Sweet Lorraine’s will be located on Grand River Avenue near Bailey Street. The location was previously Wanderer’s Teahouse and Cafe. The building’s owner, Loren Perry, said construction is on-schedule and running smoothly. Perry said the goal is to finish by August 15. 

Alumna uses tarot cards for spiritual guidance, business

"Often, tarot can be very confusing when you start," Botke said. "It's fun to do together."The study group brings reader of varying experience levels together to enjoy their readings, sometimes pairing up and reading each other.

Lansing women learn self defense

Smith demonstrated each move with Lansing resident Kyle Rogers, who has been training at the American Martial Arts and Fitness Academy for three years. Rogers enjoys the class because he said it’s a good way to remain physically active and to learn how to protect yourself. “And it’s just fun,” he said.

Orchard Street Pump house educates jugglers in quirky hobby

The Orchard Street Pump House in East Lansing is known as Bailey Neighborhood’s community center and home to many concerts.

Police on lookout for man wanted for six counts of criminal sexual conduct

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of East Lansing resident Mikael Alexandre Frutin, who is wanted by police for six felony counts of criminal sexual conduct.

City Council discusses potential Showroom Shine apartment additions

A request to construct a three-story addition onto the existing detail shop at Showroom Shine car wash at 248 West Grand River Avenue was discussed at Tuesday night's East Lansing City Council work session.Showroom Shine President, Owner and Operator Mark Sprinkel BW said the addition would contain a total of nine one-bedroom apartments, with three apartments on each floor. Each of these apartments would have a balcony.

MSU Community Music School plays host to young performer summer camp

Music education senior and instructor at the camp Liz James was given the task of teaching the campers choreography to the song they have been learning throughout the duration of the camp.

New BWL solar panels increase production capabilities

On Tuesday, the Lansing Board of Water & Light announced the completion of the Cedar Street Solar Array which was set to be expanded.

Buffalo Wild Wings closed until next month

Buffalo Wild Wings, 360 Albert Ave., closed Sunday for renovations and will remain closed until August 4.