Michigan Notable Books Tour makes stop in Lansing
Eyes were intently locked on MSU alumnus Jack Dempsey as he discussed his first book, “Michigan and the Civil War: A Great and Bloody Sacrifice,” at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School Brennan Library on Wednesday as part of his two-day Michigan Notable Books Tour appearances.
Sultan's Restaurant's new location serving downtown East Lansing
Even though they’re opening their doors during a time many MSU students travel back home for the summer, the new location of Sultan’s Restaurant, 235 Ann St., has not had any problems selling their popular chicken shawarmas and fresh-squeezed juices, owner Bassam Mahmoud said.
Counseling bill passes to House
A clash between what some call religious freedom and others call discrimination is making its way through the Michigan House of Representatives, as a bill regarding counseling students prepares to hit the House floor. A bill introduced by Rep.
High school jazz band makes 25th appearance at E.L. Art Festival
Along with many other artists coming to East Lansing this weekend for the 49th annual East Lansing Art Festival, nine eclectic, local bands, including the East Lansing High School Jazz Band, also will make an appearance. The East Lansing High School Jazz Band has been playing in the ELAF for over 25 years, East Lansing Art Festival Program Coordinator Corinn VanWyck said. “The quality of programming in music we have in East Lansing is great for tying in those roots of our community and showing how we support the students,” she said.
E.L. City Council discusses City Center II agreement
Tuesday night, East Lansing City Council met with Strathmore Development Co. President Scott Chappelle for the first time since the council voted in favor a pre-development agreement on the City Center II project. In a previous meeting, the council had agreed to allow Chappelle to begin demolition of a building located at 303 Abbot Road, provided he complete a due-diligence report.
Area businesses learn about global expansion
In light of developments to the global business market in the past few years, business owners, importers, exporters and local leaders gathered on Tuesday at Kellogg Center to discuss businesses’ options to expand globally, at the Port Lansing 2012 Global Logistics Conference. The Capital Region International Airport and Port Lansing brought in experts with international business to speak on their experiences and tips on supply chain management, international logistics, international finance and other various global trade exercises. Tim Daman, president and CEO of Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce said he works in partnership with the Capital Region International Airport on managing and marketing the Port Lansing services as well as the Foreign Trade Zone, and said the conference was a way for them to introduce these services to the attendees of the conference. “The expectations of what we were hoping to do here was expose businesses throughout the greater Lansing region to the opportunities for international and global trade and the resources that were established and built here locally,” Daman said. Matt Szukalowski, UPS marketing manager of the Great Lakes District branch, said his company uses Port Lansing to export and import packages daily, but he came to the conference to learn more about the logistics aspect. “UPS is obviously very versed in logistics, but looking at it from the customer’s perspective — what do they expect from the provider?” Larry Finney, supply chain manager of Air Lift Company, attended the event to pitch his company to Port Lansing, but found he learned more about what Port Lansing can do for his company. “I’ve gained a lot more today than I expected,” Finney said.
Bernero welcomes new Old Town businesses
With ceremonial golden scissors in hand, Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero visited Old Town Tuesday afternoon and dropped in to see new additions to the area and welcome new businesses with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Escorted by members of the Old Town Commercial Association, or OTCA, Bernero visited four new stores to check out the merchandise, welcome the owners to the neighborhood and wish them the best of luck. Bernero’s first stop was Gallery 1212, 1212 Turner St., in Lansing, which opened in November 2011.
Former East Lansing School Board president enters House race
Susan Schmidt, a Democrat and East Lansing resident, officially announced her registration as a candidate for the 69th District seat for the state House of Representatives on Tuesday morning. A former president of the East Lansing School Board and instructor at Lansing Community College, Schmidt made the announcement at 9:30 a.m.
Seminar addresses health concern
Despite the large amount of debate about health care reform in the past few years, according to medical professionals from across the state, one major topic is missing from the discussion: prevention.
Old Mich. State Police building torn down
A commotion that began in April 2012 is continuing into the summer, as the demolition of the former Michigan State Police Headquarters progresses. After moving to a new location, 333 S.
MSU hosts honor guard training for Mich. officers
Throughout last week, the MSU Police Department and the East Lansing Fire Department was home to a training school for officers across Michigan to become ceremonial honor guards in their departments.
Local businesses benefit from Mother’s Day gift purchases
Physiology senior Christina Andersen thinks every day is Mother’s Day.
A dog day afternoon
MSU alumnus Taylor Bond, left, and biomedical laboratory operations junior Melissa Rust play with dogs Otis and Remmington Sunday afternoon outside a home on M.A.C.
Bust a move
Communication sophomore Rachel Bonello leaves Spartan Dance Center every Wednesday with a smile. Bonello teaches a group of 8 and 9 year olds competitive hip-hop at the center, located at 3498 Lake Lansing Road.
E.L. stores prepare for summer business lull
While students prepare for finals week, businesses in East Lansing prepare for what comes after — the exodus of their customers.
Bills stall in House
Controversial bills that would provide more requirements for voters and third party registrants remain stalled in a House committee after legislators heard testimony about the bills in the Redistricting and Elections Committee on Tuesday morning. Several advocacy groups testified against the bills, including representatives from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People.
Face time: Randall Talifarro
In January, East Lansing Fire Chief Randall Talifarro was placed in charge of both the East Lansing and Lansing fire departments and now spends time working in each division. Talifarro replaced Lansing Fire Chief Tom Cochran after he retired in January. Cochran now provides assistance to the departments on an as-needed basis.
Trustee endorses candidate Schmidt
Susan Schmidt, a Democratic candidate for the 69th District House seat, received the endorsement of MSU Trustee Chairman Joel Ferguson on Tuesday.
Police try to speed up rape kit tests
DNA testing of sexual assault victims throughout the state might be analyzed more quickly and effectively with the implementation of a specialized rape kit testing laboratory, Michigan State Police officials said Monday.