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Hammocking ban to be discussed
The language of the ordinance states, “No person shall break or cut branches ... or otherwise damage or mutilate any tree.”
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Need a place to study for finals? Check out these favorites
For students graduating this semester and for everyone else, passing final exams is a must. Check out these favorite study spots and take the quiz to find out which would be best for you.
MICHIGAN
Student assaulted at McDonalds on Thursday
A video has surfaced of a McDonald's worker punching an MSU student — the force of the blow knocking him to the ground — after an altercation the student had with employees at the McDonald's on Grand River Avenue. The incident happened around 3 a.m. Thursday and the student suffered non-life threatening injuries, East Lansing police Lt. Steve Gonzalez said.
MICHIGAN
Michigan Democrats introduce bill package to mandate equal pay among genders
State Sen. Rebekah Warren, D-Ann Arbor, recently re-introduced two bills that would remedy the pay inequity gap between women and men and would prohibit wage discrimination based on gender.
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Pride Prom celebrates LGBT community
This year’s Pride Prom was complete with a space theme and boasting the tongue-in-cheek title “Intergaylactic.”
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Taste of East Lansing boasts local cuisine
The streets of Albert Avenue were packed with hungry patrons on Saturday afternoon as the fourth annual Taste of East Lansing celebration kicked off.
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Anti-Cancer Society hosts second charity duck race
“Cancer sucks, buy a duck.” On Saturday, MSU’s Anti-Cancer Society held their second annual duck race on the Red Cedar to raise money for their organization. For $2, anyone could buy a mini rubber duck with a number on it.
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MSU student groups and governments seek change, look to grow
On campus there isn’t a single voice claiming to represent the students of MSU and the issues they care about. There is a chorus.
MICHIGAN
MSU's week in review 4/24/15
iral reporter Katie Winkler recaps the top stories from The State News this week.
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Students take documentary production to the next level
What began as a group assignment for their telecommunications class turned into a long term project for 11 documentary specialization students.
MICHIGAN
Suspect arrested in 2010 homicide in East Lansing
Montrell Darshawn Morgan was arraigned today in East Lansing 54B District Court for the murder of Adrian House in 2010.
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Domonique Clemons elected president of ASMSU
Leadership has officially changed hands within ASMSU, MSU’s undergraduate student government.
MICHIGAN
Two percent higher education funding increase to be put to a vote
Under the recommended budget, the total appropriation for Michigan State University would be about $269.6 million — which means an increase of about $5.15 million.
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Fraternity sends 14-year-old to Disney World
Grand Rapids resident Isaac Postma is like most other 14-year-old boys, but with spinal muscular atrophy, even basic daily functions are almost impossible for him.
MICHIGAN
Bill allowing landlords to ban weed use moves forwards
The Michigan House of Representatives Judiciary Committee approved an amendment to the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act on Tuesday that will protect landlords who prohibit the use of marijuana on their property, including medicinal marijuana.
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Public hearings held on new development
East Lansing City Council held three pubic hearings regarding a site plan and special use permits, the largest of which focused on the former Taco Bell building at 565 E. Grand River Ave.
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White House advisers visit MSU, announce climate change strategy
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Senior White House Advisor Brian Deese announced a plan Thursday afternoon in Kellogg Center to partner with farmers, ranchers and forest land owners to address the threat of climate change.
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Lansing Symphony Orchestra presents "Music of Motown" Friday
For one night only, Motown is back. This Friday evening, the Wharton Center is partnering up with the Lansing Symphony to put on "Music of Motown". Diatetics freshman Arturo Gregory is ecstatic for the event, and is happy to see Motown music make a revival this Friday. "Friday's performance feels like a great opportunity for people to come and experience what is Motown," Gregory said.
MICHIGAN
Anonymous donor gives $1.5 million to the East Lansing Public Library
For frantic MSU students with finals week looming on their mind, it’s easy to forget that libraries are more than just places to spend a caffeine-fueled night of cramming. But following an anonymous gift, the East Lansing Public Library is looking to expand and become a community staple.
NEWS
ASMSU hosting tailgate before Green and White game this Saturday
With the Green and White game this Saturday, many students are gearing up to get back into Spartan Stadium again after months of separation.