CITY
How are East Lansing businesses preparing for winter break?
Most East Lansing establishments will stay open during the break, but expect to see some schedule changes.
CAMPUS
MSU shifts to centralized safety and security operations center
The MSU Operations Center will provide 24/7 monitoring capabilities, 2,000 campus-wide security cameras, electronic control access to buildings and more all under one roof.
CAMPUS
The end-of-the-semester class surveys are changing. Here's what students think of them.
"I don't have time to breathe, so how do I have time to fill out a 30-minute SIRS form?" Macksood said. Now the form is undergoing its first update since 1979.
CITY
Landlord details winter preparation steps for students leaving during break
A local landlord explains several essential winter preparation steps to take before leaving your house during winter break.
CAMPUS
Board to host private ceremony unveiling former president Lou Anna K. Simon's portrait
Simon will be in attendance at the ceremony. Trustee Melanie Foster said she will also be attending, while trustee Renee Knake Jefferson said she will not be present. The rest of the trustees did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
CAMPUS
Black students in politics inspired by Bolden's appointment to Michigan Supreme Court
“I don’t see many people that look like me — that was actually something that discouraged me to go into politics because it wasn’t that prominent to see Black women in the political field, or if there were there weren't many of us,” Bender said. “Like OK, I can actually be prosperous in my field as well, like if she can do it, I know I can do it too.”
CITY
East Lansing is expecting predictable winter weather – here's what you need to know
East Lansing residents should expect average temperatures and increased precipitation this winter, thanks to a third-straight La Nina season.
CITY
Crumbl Cookies opens new location in Lansing
The other nearest locations of the cookie shop include Grand Rapids, Novi and Ann Arbor. The company also plans to open a location in East Lansing in 2023.
CAMPUS
Incoming students denied on-campus housing for spring semester due to lack of space
“When we found out that the spring incoming class was, like fall, unexpectedly large … we recognized that we would not be able to house that number of students, just based on what we knew about how many students were probably leaving after fall semester, and what spaces we'd have available,” Balks said.
CITY
Ingham County prosecutor Carol Siemon announces retirement and reflects on 40-year career
Siemon’s career in the legal field now spans over 40 years, with her final stint serving as Ingham County’s prosecutor since 2017.
CAMPUS
Student-run theater company Second Stage Productions brings Rocky Horror Show to MSU
In their first full production after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, student-run theater company Second Stage Productions will perform the Rocky Horror Show on Dec. 9 and 10 at MSU.
CAMPUS
What to expect at the last ASMSU general assembly of the semester
ASMSU prepares for a bill-filled last general assembly of the semester at the committee meetings. The last general assembly meeting of the semester will take place on Dec. 8 in the International Center room 115 at 7 p.m.
CAMPUS
Final defendant sentenced for fraudulent claims to the Healing Fund
The final defendant charged with making fraudulent claims to the Healing Fund has been sentenced to 365 days in jail and $191,000 in restitution.
CAMPUS
Office of Spartan Experiences to host "Countdown to Close-Out" week-long events
The Office of Spartan Experiences will be hosting “Countdown to Close-Out,” a campus-wide interactive and collaborative event to close out this fall semester. Students can participate in engaging activities between Dec. 4 - Dec. 9.
CITY
Zyara Grill on Grand River Avenue closes
The restaurant appeared to be closed last month, with “Space available” leasing signs hung up outside the store.
CITY
Michigan’s midterm results have been certified. What does that mean for election misinformation?
Michigan State University political science professor Marty Jordan said that this year’s certifications in Michigan and in other states with similar electoral outcomes could represent a turning point in the national dialogue about election integrity.
CAMPUS
Michigan State Trustee Pat O'Keefe resigns in letter to governor's office
"It is deeply important to Governor Whitmer, both as a Spartan and as governor, that students, staff, faculty, alumni, and the public have confidence in the board," Whitmer's communications director Bobby Leddy said in a statement. "That begins with having great partners and great leadership in these positions. We will begin our search to appoint someone who will stand up for those values and move the university forward."
CAMPUS
MSU to recognize off-campus, commuter, transfer students with appreciation event
A special event to celebrate off-campus and transfer students will be held in the Student Services Building on Dec. 1.
CITY
East Lansing's guide to Black Friday
While Thanksgiving may be the primary focus for most East Lansing residents this week, Black Friday comes in a close second for many. If you plan to spend your holiday in the East Lansing area, here is a guide for your day of shopping.
CITY
Quality Dairy closes Michigan Avenue store in East Lansing
A Michigan State University-themed location on Grand River Avenue closed in June 2020 amid the pandemic and another on Trowbridge Road closed in 2016.