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MICHIGAN

Job outlook for college students remains bleak

As President Barack Obama infused optimism into crowds in downtown Detroit Monday in his Labor Day speech regarding the current state of the job market, a new report raises more doubts about Michigan’s progress in developing an employment-friendly environment.

MICHIGAN

Eco-friendly house looks to increase reputation

In an effort to increase their presence as a green building, Michigan Energy Options, a local non-profit organization dedicated to environmental and energy conservation, is updating its amenities and attempting to become more beneficial to the East Lansing community.

MICHIGAN

Students left without homes between leases

Jim Maclellan is homeless. Temporarily, at least. The 2011 alumnus, who is staying at MSU to pursue a master’s degree in the fall, can’t afford to give up his university laboratory job — he has to stay in East Lansing until classes begin.

MICHIGAN

Quran burner to give speeches at Capitol

Florida pastor Terry Jones’ views toward Islam are well-documented. He became a nationally recognized figure after declaring Sept. 11 International Burn a Koran Day, and on a trip to Dearborn, Mich., he was arrested on charges of disturbing the peace.

MICHIGAN

Venue adds intimacy to folk weekend

While crowds of folk music lovers gathered throughout downtown East Lansing this weekend for the Great Lakes Folk Festival, a smaller group of folk fanatics gathered at (SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St., for a more intimate performance.