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Petition promoting death penalty in Mich. misses deadline, won't be on 2004 ballot

Evan Rondeau

July 12, 2004

Supporters of an initiative to lift Michigan's 158-year ban on capital punishment say despite missing their July 5 deadline to get the issue before Michigan voters this November, they will continue their push to abolish the ban. The petition sought to amend the state constitution to allow the death penalty in cases in which a law enforcement or corrections officer has been killed.

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'U' surveys to focus on compost business

Elizabeth Piet

July 12, 2004

MSU Extension is working to help Michigan farmers by surveying the state's agriculture industry in order to find compost business opportunities.

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Michigan Works to host 3 open houses

Elizabeth Piet

July 12, 2004

Capital Area Michigan Works is hosting three simultaneous open houses from 5 p.m to 7 p.m. on July 28 to celebrate more than a half million customers served.

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Subway terminates 'Sub Club'

Carl Lindquist

July 12, 2004

Even before Subway began franchising out in the early 1970s, its original shop in Bridgeport, Conn. developed the Sub Club loyalty program. As of Aug.

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Lansing property tax bills due in August

Agnes Soriano

July 12, 2004

July 2004 property tax bills for the city of Lansing are due on or before Aug. 31. If payments aren't received by the deadline, the resident will receive a 3 percent penalty.

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Federal aid available to May flood victims

Maddie Trier

July 12, 2004

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, has set up shop in Dearborn Heights to help occupants of Ingham County who experienced damage to their properties by the May floods. FEMA will offer low-interest loans through the U.S.

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Health-conscious world unconscious of weight

Jaclyn Roeschke

July 12, 2004

In the age of South Beach, Atkins and Slim Fast, Americans today are more conscious of the problems associated with being overweight. But most people aren't doing anything about it. A study conducted by Ipsos-Insight Public Affairs, a survey-based market research group, found while Americans might be more aware of weight issues, they are less likely to be aware of their own weight problems.

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Police, fire departments compete in annual blood drive

Rebecca Mcnulty

July 8, 2004

The Lansing Police and Fire Departments are hoping a little friendly competition will go a long way.

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Mich. institutions hoping to see more state funds for fire prevention

Andrew Kolly

July 8, 2004

City officials are calling for further fire prevention funding to Michigan cities that house tax-exempt state institutions, such as public universities.

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Legislation passed to build Reagan statue

Elizabeth Piet

July 8, 2004

Two bills supporting a commemorative monument for the late President Ronald Reagan passed in the Michigan House on Tuesday. One of the bills would create a commission to oversee the cost, design and construction of a monument dedicated to Reagan, while the other would create a fund in the Michigan Department of Treasury to pay for the project.

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Deposit law could expand to include tea, water, juice

Evan Rondeau

July 6, 2004

Proposed legislation that would help eliminate tons of waste produced by non-recyclable cans and bottles is being welcomed by some of Michigan's population, but legislators said it's facing tough opposition by many state businesses. Sen.

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Community celebrates patriotism, holiday

Lansing - Despite Sunday's rainy weather, Lansing residents came out to celebrate America's freedom because of their Fourth of July tradition. People came to Louis F.

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Local locomotive moves from salvage yard to on-screen star

It's hard to imagine Christmas in July. The bright, hot sun overwhelms images of jolly old Saint Nick, Christmas trees and snow.

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E.L. library offers adult reading program

Agnes Soriano

July 1, 2004

The East Lansing Public Library's Summer Reading Club is for anyone who is at least 18 years old.

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Sting arrests fall through

Carl Lindquist

July 1, 2004

Charges will not be filed against more than half of the 12 men arrested during a public sex sting last month at a Holt-area rest stop, Ingham County Prosecutor Stuart Dunnings III said.

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Bike path to provide safe, fun environment

Meridian Township - Okemos resident Christina Riddle just wanted to make sure fellow cyclists don't have to go through the same pain she did. While riding her bike on Mount Hope Road one Saturday afternoon, four years ago, Riddle was hospitalized after being struck by a car struck going 50 mph.

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Pizzeria brings soccer fans together

Normally, Bell's Greek Pizza at 225 M.A.C. Ave. is busy in the wee hours of the morning serving up slices, as the bar crowd stumbles in to engage in late-night fervor and feast. But for the past month, the little pizzeria has been packed all afternoon as it plays host to a large and diverse gathering of international flavor.

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Local activities abound for weekend

Rebecca Mcnulty

July 1, 2004

Fireworks, concerts and a parade of dogs are just some of the activities in that people staying in the Lansing area for this holiday weekend can take part.

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Golf outing to raise scholarship money

Ed Ronco

June 29, 2004

The Dick Letts Memorial Golf Outing, which raises scholarship money for minority students at Lansing Community College, will be held July 24 at Forest Akers East Golf Course. For more information, call Deborah Sudduth at (517) 355-6527.

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E.L. Public Library to offer computer class

Rebecca Mcnulty

June 29, 2004

Adults interested in learning computer skills are invited to attend the East Lansing Public Library's computer classes.