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E.L. Chili Cook-Off set for Sunday
East Lansing will host its Winter Bowl Soup & Chili Cook-Off from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday in downtown East Lansing.
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Retailers make bigger push for online shopping
As holiday shoppers hunt for the best bargains this winter, Web sites are trying to entice consumers to purchase gifts online for extra deals, but some experts say it won’t have a large impact on in-store shopping.
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Lansing Mayor Bernero might run for governor
A familiar face to Lansing-area residents said he might throw his hat into the 2010 Michigan gubernatorial ring. Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero said he is considering a run for governor and will make a decision about his candidacy within a month.
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Sign of the Times
East Lansing resident Susan Woods has been fundraising for the past 13 years, all for an event that is held only once a year.
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Greater Lansing Food Bank receives fewer donations than last year; remains hopeful, thankful
As students and East Lansing residents are enjoying the beginning of the holiday season, local food banks said the holiday cheer was felt through the number of donations received during the weekend, although numbers were slightly lower than last year.
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Bishop announces campaign chairs
Senate Majority Leader Mike Bishop announced Monday Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson and Michigan Republican Party Secretary Hank Fuhs will serve as the co-chairs for his campaign for Michigan Attorney General.
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Residents of E.L. might find bats visiting warm homes
Warm, cozy houses are the perfect antidote for the icy winter months, but some people might find unwanted creatures lurking in their walls or attic that also are looking for relief from the cold.
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Council to discuss overlay districts
The East Lansing City Council is scheduled to discuss resolutions regarding several neighborhoods at its 7:30 p.m. meeting tonight at City Hall, 410 Abbot Road.
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2 exhibitions open at Lansing gallery
The Lansing Art Gallery, 113 S. Washington Square, in Lansing, has two exhibitions open until Dec. 23. “Michigan Wildlife Art Masters” is displayed in the Mezzanine Gallery and features five Michigan artists. “In Another Light” displays Gale Nobes’ photographs in the Main Gallery.
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E.L. venue to host 2 concerts this week
(SCENE) Metrospace, 110 Charles St., will host two concerts featuring local music Friday and Saturday.
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Food drive to be held in Lansing
The Downtown Lansing Food Fight Against Hunger is scheduled to take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday.
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Officials not worried about bar crowd
While many bars are gearing up for large crowds tonight, several East Lansing bars have said they aren’t anticipating many students to stay in the area for what has been called the biggest bar night of the year.
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Above-average temperatures to end soon
East Lansing’s recent string of 50-degree weather might come to an end this weekend as students travel home for Thanksgiving, said Dave Young, chief meteorologist at WLNS-TV.
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Council to discuss taxicabs, Sec. of State consolidation
East Lansing City Council members are expected to discuss several topics at their Tuesday work session, including the location of taxicabs in the city, a resolution about the proposed closing of the downtown East Lansing Secretary of State branch office and the CATA/Michigan Avenue project.
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Mich. rate of recycling decreases
Despite lower statewide recycling rates, East Lansing and MSU officials said the decrease does not reflect a lower number of active participants in the Lansing area.
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Mich. Legislature working on reducing overdraft fees
Black Friday might be a little brighter during future holiday shopping seasons if legislation to protect consumers from excessive overdraft fees makes it through the Michigan Legislature.
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Cougar sighting reported in Mich.'s U.P.
Students who head up north for the holidays might see more than just deer and squirrels in the trees of the Upper Peninsula.
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Mich. Legislature working on reducing overdraft fees
Black Friday might be a little brighter during future holiday shopping seasons if legislation to protect consumers from excessive overdraft fees makes it through the Michigan Legislature.
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Holiday coat drive to be held Dec. 5
The Community Relations Coalition will host a holiday coat drive from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 5 in the Lincoln Room of the Kellogg Center.
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25th annual Silver Bells enjoys record numbers
Downtown Lansing was illuminated with a holiday glow Friday as the streets were filled with light-covered trees, businesses and horse-drawn carriages. About 150,000 students and area residents gathered at the 25th annual Silver Bells in the City tree-lighting event to kick off the holiday season.