Fliers may prompt more votes in coming elections

In an effort to raise voter turnout, Michigan residents are being notified of whether or not their neighbors voted. Ingham County Board of Commissioners Chairperson Mark Grebner, sent 20,000 fliers out to registered voters across the state listing whether or not their neighbors voted to see if it increases numbers at the polls. The effort is part of a statewide voter turnout study being conducted by Grebner. "We're hoping that fliers like these will get more voter participation," Grebner said.

Burned play structure to be replaced

Efforts to rebuild an East Lansing playground structure that burned down in early July are already underway as police continue to investigate the arson. A replacement for the structure in Harrison Meadows Park, located on Roxburgh Avenue, could be completed by either fall or spring, depending on how smoothly everything goes, said Tim McCaffrey, director of East Lansing parks and recreation. "The city has every intention of replacing the playground structure," he said.

Voters to recieve free CATA bus rides Aug. 8

The Capital Area Transportation Authority, or CATA, will be offering free bus rides to those with valid voter registration cards on Tuesday during regular hours of service.

Walk brings hope to young

Jan Rozich is all too familiar with juvenile diabetes. At age 6, Rozich's daughter and grandson were both diagnosed with the disease, and she wants a cure. "(As a mother) you're living with it day to day, so you're always watching," she said. Rozich was one of about 600 people who participated in the second East Lansing Walk To Cure Diabetes, hosted by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at the MSU Duffy Daugherty Football Building on Saturday.

Iraq war protesters focus on Israel, Lebanon

More than 50 people gathered outside the Capitol building Friday to protest the conflict between Lebanon and Israel.

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Ballot machines could malfunction

Voters and candidates could face the possibility of problems with ballot machines for the primary elections Tuesday. Ingham County Clerk Mike Bryanton and his staff demonstrated how the ballot machines work and the possible problems that could occur with their use at the Ingham County Courthouse on Thursday. "We are hoping for everything to go smoothly," Bryanton said.

Alumnus may plead guilty in melee case

A former MSU student living in Illinois who was charged with offenses from an on-campus disturbance in 2003 might plead guilty to a misdemeanor relating to the incident as part of a plea agreement. Kyle Thomas Manning, a 22-year-old who attended but did not graduate from MSU, is charged with an unlawful assembly felony and an arson of personal property valued at less than $200 misdemeanor.

Park offering free admission, boat rental

The Ingham County Parks Department will host a free day at Hawk Island County Park in Lansing on Sunday.

WEB EXTRA: MSU hosts outreach program for Chinese students

Clusters of American and Chinese students leaned closer together to be heard over the dull roar of the busy room, trying to overcome language and cultural barriers Thursday.

MSU network plans to shut down services

Most MSU network services will be shutdown from 6 to 11 p.m. today as part of a planned power outage for electrical system upgrades at the Computer Center.

A move for goodwill

Lansing — Joseph and Demetria Burton can often be found at community activities or volunteering at local organizations, but now they have decided to do more than participate.

Examination continues for accused

Preliminary examinations for two men charged in connection with an alleged Feb. 23 assault in Hubbard Hall are scheduled to recommence today, according to 54-B District Court records. MSU student Albert Reginald Robinson and nonstudent Joel Ross Hamlar appeared in court previously for their examinations June 23 and July 28, which included testimony from the victims of the incident. On Feb.

Scouts' common cents

Always be prepared — to spend money. That's the motto area business owners were happy to see thousands of Boy Scouts live by this week during the Boy Scouts of America's National Order of the Arrow Conference, which is being held at MSU.

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Final Mich. plate will showcase 'peninsulas'

Michigan drivers will have something new to tack on their vehicles after the Michigan Secretary of State revealed its new license plate Wednesday. Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land unveiled the new plate in Dearborn and Grand Rapids. Judges from across the state spent the last month searching through more than 1,500 entries. "It was a very tough decision to find the right design," said Kelly Chesney, a spokeswoman for the Secretary of State.

MSU ranks in top 100 colleges for LGBT

MSU is among the 100 best colleges for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender, or LGBT, students, according to a book that hit stores Aug.

MIPA director earns journalism award

During the school year, students may find her meandering to a design class or hanging out with high school journalism students in the summer.

State to vote on Single Business Tax

The Single Business Tax is closer to meeting its doom, as a ballot initiative that would repeal it has been approved by the Board of State Canvassers. Members of the organization Repeal The Single Business Tax, or Repeal SBT, which includes Oakland County Executive L.

Scouts help police with evacuation drill

With the help of visiting Boy Scouts, MSU police and the East Lansing Fire Department are making it their mission to "be prepared." More than 250 scouts volunteered Tuesday to participate in organized evacuations of the fourth floor of the Spartan Stadium's tower.