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Artist lets us into his home and his head
By Lawrence Cosentino

When sinewy, silver-coiffed Charlie Nash feels strongly about something — which is all the time — he stares intently to his left, as if monitoring a mental corridor only he can see.
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East Lansing land rush endangers more than fireflies
By Allan Ross

On East Lansing’s southwest side, dusk falls on the Red Cedar River boardwalk half an hour earlier than the rest of the city. The yawning trees create a natural arcade below, blocking out the last rays of day, and a few dozen people have gathered here on this early July evening. Some sit in lawn chairs fanning themselves. Others meander up and down a small stretch of the path, swatting mosquitoes, and waiting for the light show to begin. Kids dart here and there. Finally, after a few random strobes, the performance begins in the foliage on the other side of the river.
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Feds probing fraud charge in Michigan AARP
The U.S. postal inspector is investigating the possible embezzlement of almost $46,000 in the Michigan headquarters of the AARP.
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Third city board member may quit over Rhodes-Reed
Another member of the advisory board to the Lansing Human Relations and Community Services Department is considering resigning because of the dismissal of its director, Genice Rhodes-Reed.
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Council candidates agree on need for better housing
Housing appears to be the No. 1 issue for the candidates for the Lansing City Council at-large seat in the Aug. 6 primary election.
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Lansing: John Pollard
Showdown at the City Hall corral

Civil Liberties: Henry Silverman
God’s justice through the eyes of Scalia threatens civil rights

Sports: Mike Sinnott
U of M should know better




Live & Local:
Your guide to live entertainment in Lansing and the surrounding area!

Music:
Lady Veliquette’s Rendezvous

Art:
Who painted these? That guy decked out in plaid and a wig

Theater:
New thespian energy pops up on Creole and Hannah stages

Film:
More films at the Hannah? Yes, if film society has any say

Commentary:
What happened to all-ages shows?



Internet & Technology: Bonnie Bucqueroux
Ranking the Canidates' Websites, Part 3
Bonior’s site doesn’t match his high-tech plans for schools

Advice Goddess: Amy Alkon
It’s simple, really: Ask zero women out, you’ll get zero dates

Restaurant Guide:
Previous restaurant reviews

Letter to the Editor