About three years ago, U.S. Forest Service researcher Leah Bauer was studying the Chinese long-horned beetle in China, when she heard an Asian beetle called the emerald ash borer had established itself in Michigan. Since then, the ash borer has spread to 28 U.S.
Nine people will decide the fate of seven Lansing schools and their hundreds of students and staff tonight at the Lansing Board of Education meeting. Due to declining enrollment and $32 million in budget deficits from the past three years, the district is considering closing five elementary schools and one middle school.
The East Lansing Circuit City store, 2655 E. Grand River Ave., is scheduled to close by the end of the month, the electronic consumer's Web site said.
Modeling a pastel, tulle dress for the workers at the Class Clothing Sale, Laura Galgan said she knew she had found the perfect Halloween costume. Earlier in the day, the sociology junior bought a vintage hat, and she came back that afternoon for a long winter coat.
An MSU student is in critical condition in a Saginaw hospital after a car crash Monday night. St.
The American Legion Auxiliary is holding its Winter Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at the American Legion Hall, 830 S.
The Youth Development Corporation, 806 N. Capitol Ave., in Lansing is offering employment counseling for 16 to 21 year olds.
The calendar is full of Black History Month events for the Lansing area. The Capital Area District Library brought The Storytellers to local libraries to share its diverse music with residents.
Gov. Jennifer Granholm is saying 'no' to having a monument of the Ten Commandments in the rotunda of the state Capitol, days after saying she wouldn't mind having one. Granholm had said on the WKAR television show "Off the Record" that having a statue of the commandments in the Capitol wouldn't bother her. "I know that will make some people mad, but I think they are universal values," Granholm said.
"I worry about getting the flu, and the cold. The weather this year has been a lot different from previous years with the changes in temperature.
Two "MacGyver bombs" exploded Tuesday on the back porch of a rental duplex on Burcham Drive, officials said.
Dorm-bound college freshmen are urged to receive a new meningitis vaccine that will be available within the next few months, a federal government committee said this month. Menactra, a longer-lasting vaccine, will be targeted toward at-risk groups such as children ages 11 to 12 years old, teens entering high school and college freshmen, said Bonnie Herbert, spokeswoman for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Food and Drug Administration approved the new vaccine, which is made by Sanofi Pasteur, in January. College students have the highest risk of contracting meningitis because of their close living quarters, Herbert said.
Michigan Democrats have expressed happiness that former presidential candidate Howard Dean has been elected to the position of chairman of the Democratic National Committee, although others say it's just good politics to be pleased about his win. Randy Neice, former chairman of MSU Students for Dean and a political theory senior, said he's happy Dean was selected, adding he could be a balancing force if the Democratic presidential candidate in 2008 is more conservative. "It benefits us to have someone who's fiscally responsible and relatively socially liberal," said Niece, who also is on the executive board of the MSU College Democrats. Dean, who is also the former governor of Vermont, took the position over from Terry McAuliffe, who led party for four years.
The National Safety Council will offer a defensive driving course Thursday at the Lansing Area Safety Council, 3315 S.
Ingham County MSU Extension will host the 2005 Corn and Soybean Day from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Ingham County Fairgrounds Community Building, 700 E.
With her grandson by her side to interpret, Saliha Azizi made her way into Wharton Center on Monday to take the oath to become a United States citizen. Originally from Afghanistan, Azizi joined about 380 people from Michigan at the Swearing-In Ceremony of New Citizens.
Stacia Pierce was in her element as she stepped before a Wednesday night congregation at Life Changers Christian Center in Lansing. A co-pastor at the non-denominational Christian church, Pierce received cheers and hearty "Amens" as she shared her message that has gained national attention and even earned a nod from the White House last month. Pierce was invited to meet with pastors' wives from around the country and to listen to President Bush, first lady Laura Bush and former Secretary of State Colin Powell during inaugural events in Washington, she said. "One thing we all agreed upon is we need God to change things in our communities," Pierce said.
By Gabrielle Russon Special For The State News Swords clashed and whips cracked during the "Dragon's Faire" at the East Lansing Public Library on Sunday afternoon. The medieval-themed event featured The Ring of Steel, a student performing troupe from the University of Michigan, who showcased their sword-fighting skills and medieval talents for about 200 people.
Services have been set for an East Lansing woman killed Friday evening after being hit by a car while crossing Haslett Road near Hagadorn Road. Tulin Stavely, 30, was pronounced dead at the scene after being hit at about 7:30 p.m.
Students in the Northern Tier will soon have a new place to get their weekly caffeine boost. Construction on a new Beaner's Gourmet Coffee, located on the corners of Lake Lansing and Abbott roads, already has begun. The Beaner's store is scheduled to open in the end of February.