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Weather creates problems
Wedding anniversaries are meant to be special occasions when a couple enjoys each other's company and reflect on the time spent together.
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WEB ONLY: E.L. Family Aquatic Center to open Saturday
The City of East Lansing Family Aquatic Center opens its 2004 season Saturday. The center features water slides, a zero-depth pool, room for sunbathing, an interactive play area and a wet-dry sandbox. Located on Abbott Road, just north of Lake Lansing Road, the center offers 10-day as well as daily passes.
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E.L. parks, recreation programs losing money
East Lansing city officials are not getting the return investment expected from two of the city's parks and recreation programs. In the midst of another budget crunch, officials are looking at alternative ways to increase revenue with the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, and Active Living For Adults, the city's adult daycare program. The city's annual budget this year will contribute almost $1.2 million from its general fund to the Parks and Recreation Department.
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Racers compete for 'U'
MSU took 34th place out of 129 teams at the International Formula SAE Racing Competition this weekend at the Pontiac Silverdome, due in part to a disqualification during one of the contest's events. The team was disqualified during the endurance event on Saturday, costing the team a crucial 400 out of 1000 points.
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Safety belt zone set in Okemos for today
A safety belt enforcement zone will be set in place at the intersection of Bennett and Hulett roads today at 10 a.m.
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Local group holding fund-raiser for statue
A $75,000 life-sized bronze sculpture of Ransom Eli Olds might soon be appearing in Lansing. The committee, "A City's Ransom in Bronze," has taken up the project and will be holding fundraising events to raise money for the tribute.
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Rise in cigarette tax might not affect spending
Michigan smokers might not have to face another cigarette tax increase this year, but some local business owners and residents say any potential increase would have a minimal effect on smokers' buying habits. Doc Wallace, owner of 7-Eleven, 311 Grove St., said smokers will continue their spending habits regardless of whether there is a tax increase.
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Protestors occupy senator's office
Lansing - As a protest against the U.S. government's financial aid in Israel's occupation of Palestine, a group of about 15 people sat patiently Friday afternoon in U.S.
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E.L. businesses adjust for smaller summer population
Between steady phone calls and a line of dining-room customers, business wasn't tapering off earlier this month for Rice Kitchen owner Jack Fong. Then again, MSU was still in session. While Fong's 8-month-old establishment, 551 E.
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Michigan highways might suffer from federal reductions
Increasing congestion on Michigan highways could cost businesses and commuters in the state hundreds of millions of dollars a year if something isn't done to relieve it, state transportation officials say. The statements come in response to a federal highway spending reauthorization bill that has spent months stagnating because the White House is refusing to accept two proposed versions.
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Center to host event with Wharton official
The first executive director of the Wharton Center, Ken Beachler, will speak at noon on Thursday at the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road. The speech will include Beachler's memories about Wharton Center headliners he encountered, including Duke Ellington and Tony Bennett. Lou and Harry's Five-Star Deli, 245 Ann St., will cater the day's lunch, reservations are required and tickets are $10. Call (517) 337-1113 for more information.
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Proposal might let stores raise liquor prices
A proposed law allowing higher retail liquor prices may give your alcohol budget a sobering buzz. The bill, if passed through the state Senate and subsequently approved by Gov.
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E.L. forum to discuss bullying and hazing
The City of East Lansing will host the community forum, "Take a Stand: Lend a Hand: Moving Toward Action," 7 p.m.
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East Lansing officials cancel work session
The East Lansing City Council's work session Tuesday is canceled. The council will also not hold a regular council meeting on June 1, after Memorial Day.
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CATA adds new times to Northern route
The Capital Area Transportation Authority No. 26 bus route will now run Monday-Friday every 40 minutes starting from 7 a.m.
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Envision East Lansing to unveil sculpture
Envision East Lansing, a group of volunteers who raise money to enhance the downtown area, will host the unveiling of a Children Sculpture Garden at 4 p.m.
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State sponsors contest to help protect lakes
n celebration of "Resources and Recreation Day" Wednesday morning, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land unveiled the 2004 Watercraft Decal Design Challenge, a contest open to all residents.
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Non-stop flights to D.C. to start in July
Independence Air announced Wednesday that starting July 17, it will be providing non-stop trips from Lansing's Capital City Airport to Washington D.C.
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Updated art fair paints downtown
When the first East Lansing Art Festival was organized by Mike Bidwell, the MSU student and a couple of Grand River Avenue businesses funded, organized and ran the entire event.
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Motorcycle safety emphasized
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in Michigan and the Secretary of State's office wants to make drivers of all vehicles respect each other on the road. Earlier this month, Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land also presented the Department of State's "Motorcycle Rider and Safety Education Program." The program is not new, but was recently moved to the Department of State from the Department of Education.