BASKETBALL
Around the Big Ten: Penn State hurt by loss of Claxton
Here is a quick look at the men’s basketball team’s next three opponents.
SPORTS
Spartans face tough test against Minnesota
It’s been nearly two weeks since the MSU wrestling team last took to the mat, but instead of getting an easy tune-up the Spartans will take on No. 4 Minnesota tonight at Jenison Field House.
ICE HOCKEY
U-M talented, but Spartans will be ready
U-M is No. 1 in the nation for hockey. I’m not worried. The Wolverines happen to be playing the Spartans — the defending national champions. Ever heard of them?
BASKETBALL
Naymick proving valuable on and off the court
He’s been to a Final Four, swatted his way to the top of the MSU all-time blocks list and is pursuing a doctoral degree in finance. But ask fifth-year senior center Drew Naymick how he feels about his portfolio and he’ll say it’s incomplete.
MICHIGAN
Trader Joe's says no to E.L. opening
Trader Joe’s has no plans to locate to 1367 E. Grand River Ave., the former site of Country Markett, a spokeswoman for the grocery chain said.
MSU
Study abroad fair moves to stadium
After 11 years at the Union, the Office of Study Abroad changed venues for its annual spring study abroad fair, holding the event at LaSalle Bank Club in the Spartan Stadium tower Thursday.
MSU
ASMSU could fund voter-awareness concert
ASMSU might sponsor a concert this semester if Student Assembly passes a $180,000 bill to fund the event during its Jan. 31 meeting.
MICHIGAN
Local Mormons look beyond Romney's religious identity
Followers of the Mormon church say there’s more to Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney than being a Mormon. While the former Massachusetts governor and Michigan native is a Mormon, other followers of his faith support him for different reasons.
MSU
Assistant professor's memoir finalist for literature award
Assistant professor Ilana Blumberg’s first published book was named runner-up for a national award and is one of five finalists in the running for the 2008 Sami Rohr Prize in Jewish literature.
MSU
Filing taxes can be hassle-free
For Tom Rayman, filing his tax return form for the first time meant seeking help from his parents. “It was just difficult discerning what everything was and how to interpret it for the first time,” the criminal justice junior said.
MICHIGAN
Tax rebates may be issued
Many MSU students may never reap the benefit of proposed rebates in an economic stimulus package that would potentially give consumers $300 to $1200 in tax refunds.
MICHIGAN
Wall Street fights fear of possible recession
Wall Street pulled off a stunning comeback Wednesday, surging higher in late trading and wiping out what looked to be yet another massive decline.
MICHIGAN
Residents speak against proposed development
Students and residents asked the East Lansing Planning Commission to withhold approval of a zoning request that could lead to the demolition of rental housing along the 300 and 400 blocks of Evergreen Avenue on Wednesday night.
NEWS
Cocaine found in dorm, owner remains unknown
A plastic bag containing a small amount of cocaine was found at about 1:20 a.m. Saturday in a third floor hallway in East Akers Hall, MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.
MSU
Where's the wiener?
No other wienie in history has spread as many miles of smiles as the infamous “Lamborwienie” – the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile.
MICHIGAN
Mich. bill may set tanning salon rules
Just in time for the spring break rush, the Michigan House of Representatives proposed a bill requiring tanning salons to register with the state.
MICHIGAN
Snow limits student traffic
Leah Richmond is used to the cold, but the harshness of this week’s weather has left her feeling chillier than usual. “It can definitely get bad out when it snows a lot,” the East Lansing resident said. “But the last couple of days have just been bitter cold.”
MICHIGAN
Cell phone usage could disturb sleep cycles
Stress and too much homework might not be the only reasons for sleeping troubles. A recent study that included Wayne State University researchers has linked cell phone usage to sleeping difficulties.
MICHIGAN
Card players lay down chips for a cause at local restaurant
Lansing — In a room packed with people, the rustle of clay chips and shuffling cards, Andrew Bonu second-guessed his decision to play poker with his friends.
MSU
MSU student wins contest, awaits trip to Super Bowl
In one year, Jared Knoodle will have been to more major sporting events than many fans get to attend in a lifetime. Knoodle, a turfgrass management senior, attended the Major League Baseball All-Star Game in San Francisco in July. As winner of the sixth annual Toro Super Bowl Sports Turf Training Program, he’s packing his bags for his next destination – Super Bowl XLII in Glendale, Ariz.