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Walking drunk can earn breath test
Walking home drunk can lead to an encounter with a police officer, even for those 21 or older, local officials said. East Lansing police Capt.
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Federal legislators to present Kerry plan
U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), U.S. Rep. John Dingell (D-Mich.) and area public and environmental officials will meet today to present presidential candidate John Kerry's proposal to stop Canadian garbage from being sent to Michigan landfills.
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Nurse shortages impact 'U'
With a projected shortage of 794,000 registered nurses nationwide in 2008, the MSU College of Nursing is stepping up to teach more students. Marilyn Rothert, Dean of the College of Nursing, has been working with Provost Lou Anna Simon to bring more nursing instructors to campus.
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Student groups march for migrant workers
A little boy covered his ears and a young girl sitting in a shopping cart asked her father why everyone was yelling as more than 30 people gathered in front of Walmart, 3225 Towne Center Blvd., on Monday to protest its vending of Mt.
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Club to meet, discuss threat of ash borer
The Red Cedar chapter of the Michigan Botanical Club will meet tonight to discuss the effects of the emerald ash borer on local ash trees. Therese Poland of the U.S.
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Llamas showcased, sold at festival
The MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education was packed with award-winning llamas and alpacas this weekend for Lamafest. The event, which shows and sells the animals and their products, brought people from across the country to MSU's campus. "Lamafest is one of the biggest llama shows in the Midwest," Lamafest co-Coordinator Sheryl Topliff said.
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E.L. City Council to hold public hearing on MIP laws
Minors who have been repeatedly caught drinking might face jail time, if the East Lansing City Council approves an ordinance that will revise its current policy. The proposed changes to East Lansing's minor in possession laws will be discussed at a public hearing during the East Lansing City Council meeting 7 p.m.
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MSU group lays sod on Granholm's lawn
About 50 students from MSU's turf management program put 21,000 square feet of Kentucky bluegrass sod on the front yard of the governor's mansion Thursday afternoon.
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Labor day closings for CATA, E.L. offices
In addition to a day off for MSU students, a number of area businesses and local offices will also be closed Monday in observance of Labor Day.
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ASMSU encourages 'U' to vote
Following a year where members of ASMSU's Academic Assembly jokingly referred to an initiative to add candy to the business office as "the best thing we've done all year," student government officials laid out their plans for this year. Student Assembly Chairperson Andrew Schepers said the Student Assembly will look to gain publicity through on-campus events centered on the upcoming presidential election. "We're working to get celebrities or politicians in a roundtable discussion for students before the election," Schepers said. He envisioned something similar to a Michael Moore vs.
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Hospitals retain security
Heavy security measures at hospitals since Sept. 2001 have become second-nature to area hospital patients, local officials said this week.
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West Nile Virus found in 3rd Michigan case
A Grand Rapids boy was released from the hospital after being treated for West Nile virus, said T.J.
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WEB ONLY: Indian student coalition adds new positions, makes goals at first meeting
The Coalition of Indian Undergraduate Students had its first meeting Thursday evening at Erickson Kiva that focused on Satrang, the coalition's annual Indian dance show. The coalition voted to amend its constitution and add two more positions to the existing three involved in coordinating Satrang. "The show is huge.
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Off-campus meal plan opens new options
Spartan Off-Campus Meal Plan customers are now being offered more off-campus dining opportunities, after the plan's coordinating company recently merged with a second, similar company. Off-Campus Dining Network and Off-Campus Access merged to form one larger company, Off-Campus Dining Network, LLC, this summer, increasing the number of universities served around the country to 33. Purchasers of the plan can now use their meal plan cards at businesses in any of the participating cities. "There were a lot of synergies in the two companies," said Cade Lemcke, vice president of marketing for Off-Campus Dining Network, LLC.
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GEU hopes to make impact with T-shirts
A table full of paint supplies was set up for veteran and potential Graduate Employees Union members Thursday at the GEU's open house held at their office, 420 Albert Ave. The GEU members painted their own designs on black T-shirts with "g.e.u.
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Students struggle to find work
Sharla Schryer wants a job now. But like other MSU students, the geography senior faces the problem of finding work in an area flooded with prospective employees. "I've been looking for something probably since the beginning of the summer," Schryer said.
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Four-legged officer retires from police
Oliver, a Lansing police dog, retired Thursday after eight years of service to the department. The dog has received several community awards for his service. While working with Officer Norm Naimy, Oliver was used to find armed suspects in two homicides.
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Local police enforce seat belts for holiday
Police will increase safety belt enforcement on Michigan roadways during the Labor Day weekend as part of the Click It or Ticket program. It is the first time there has been a statewide enforcement effort during the Labor Day weekend since 2001.
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WEB ONLY: Diverse crowd attends Chicano, Latino welcome reception
Different cultures dotted the room at the Chicano and Latino welcome reception Thursday. The Office of Racial Ethnic Student Affairs and Culturas de las Razas Unidas, or CRU, provided students with music and information at the Kellogg Center.
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Reps debate restaurant lawsuits
Customers who sue restaurants claiming the food they ate contributed to weight problems may face an uphill battle on winning lawsuits. A recent trend by many states passing similar laws could get the ball rolling for Michigan's version of the bill, but some lawmakers say they shouldn't be the ones who regulate. A bill designed to keep fast food restaurants from paying damages for weight gain, obesity, or health conditions.