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EL board seeks to fill open position
The East Lansing Downtown Management Board is taking applications for an open board member position.
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EL co-sponsors light exchange program
The city of East Lansing and the Lansing Board of Water and Light are making it a bright idea to turn in old holiday lights for LED ones.
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State Sen. Clarke exits Gov. race
State Sen. Hansen Clarke, D-Detroit, has dropped out of the race for governor. Clarke announced his exit just two weeks after he filed papers for the race following Lt. Gov. John Cherry’s exit.
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Showtyme demonstrates diversity of talent
In the middle of many Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations this weekend, only one could bring the energy and entertainment that others couldn’t, event officials said.
MICHIGAN
Poll: Mich. taxpayers not opposed to paying more
Some Michigan residents are willing to shell out additional tax dollars to propel Michigan’s ailing economy, according to a poll released last week.
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Council hopes to attract students at meeting
The East Lansing City Council will travel to the Union for tonight’s 7:30 p.m. City Council meeting in an attempt to involve more students in the city’s operations.
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New E.L. auto shop breaks fresh ground
At 16 years old, Martin Washburne had no doubts about what he would be doing for a career. When he bought his first car from a reputable local mechanic shortly after his birthday, Washburne decided to test out his new purchase on the highway.
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MSU prof leads fingerprint research
In his 26 years at MSU, Anil Jain has won numerous awards, mentored countless students and received grants from organizations ranging from the National Institute of Justice to the FBI Biometric Center of Excellence.
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Photography studio calls for entries
Perspective2, a photography studio located at 319 E. Grand River Ave., in Lansing, is seeking studio photo contest entrants.
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Nature center to host animal event
Fenner Nature Center, 2020 E. Mount Hope Ave., will hold An Animal Experience With Preuss Pets on Jan. 23.
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Seasonal flu appears later this year
Although much of the country has focused its attention during the previous year on combating and preventing the H1N1 influenza virus, it is this time of year when a common variant of the flu makes its appearance.
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Web voter registration debated
Students attending college away from their hometown might have a more convenient way to register to vote if a bill passed by the Michigan House of Representatives in December is approved by the Senate.
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Mock trial group offers courtroom experience
Everything in a mock trial courtroom is fabricated, but the hands-on experience students gain can be the difference between finding a job and unemployment.
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Ingham County launches new alert system
In case of emergency, check your cell phone. Ingham County is offering an emergency alert system, called Nixle, which can alert anyone signed up for the service of community events or emergencies in the area via e-mail or cell phone.
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2009: ELPD utilizes warrant initiative to arrest offenders
More than 150 criminals with outstanding warrants were brought to justice by the East Lansing Police Department in 2009.
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MSU profs develop model for HIV care in Dominican
A group of MSU professors hope to streamline care for those with HIV in developing nations.
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New cig law splits opinions
Fires caused by cigarettes might be reduced with a new state law.
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MSU researchers study planet's climate, rapid changes foreseen
Decades from now, the plants sprouting from East African farmers’ plots might look far different as the global climate changes, making it critical for farmers to start planning for the future.
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Fair aims to help students prepare for career fairs
The Career Services Network will hold a Career Fair Cram Session from 6-7:30 p.m. today in Room N100 in the Business College Complex.
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Mandela Exhibit opens at Museum
A new exhibit entitled “Dear Mr. Mandela, Dear Mrs. Parks: Children’s Letters, Global Lessons” will open Sunday at the MSU Museum.