Technology Update: MSU Technologist Talks About GPS
Jan. 6, 2006 | WKAR
- The use of Global Positioning Systems is on the rise. Author and MSU Technologist Rich Wiggins tells Scott Pohl the technology can save you from getting lost.
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New Chairman Discusses Ingham Budget
Jan. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- New Ingham County Board of Commissioners Chair Victor Celentino talks with Scott Pohl about the County's 2006 budget.
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New Lansing Mayor Talks About Revitalizing The City
Jan. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- The City of Lansing has a new mayor. Virg Bernero tells Rob South he plans to re-invigorate the city.
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Detroit Auto Dealer Association President Talks About Auto Show
Jan. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- WKAR's Scott Pohl talks with Carl Galeana about the North American International Auto Show.
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Hearing Held On Affirmative Action Petition Drive
Jan. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- Voters told a state commission last night they were misled into signing petitions to limit affirmative action in Michigan. MPRN's Sarah Hulett has more.
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Under the Radar: A Woman In Berlin By Anonymous.
Jan. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- Lev Raphael tells WKAR's Melissa Ingells this is a diary unlike any you have ever read before.
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Maggots Used To Help Heal Diabetic Wounds
Jan. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- A doctor in Bay City is using maggots to heal stubborn foot wounds. WKAR's Melissa Ingells has the story.
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Former Lansing Mayor Talks About Regionalism
Jan. 19, 2006 | WKAR
- Rob South talks to the man who's been asked to put together a regional plan to improve Mid-Michigan's economy, David Hollister.
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Movie Review: The Golden Globes And The Oscars
Jan. 20, 2006 | WKAR
- What can we predict about the Academy Awards, based on the results of the Golden Globes? WKAR's Scott Pohl has his monthly movie talk with Robin Swartz.
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Behind The Scenes At "The Lion King"
Jan. 20, 2006 | WKAR
- WKAR's Scott Pohl talks with Michael Carey, Head Carpenter for the Wharton Center production of Disney's "The Lion King".
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Organizations Running Low On Heating Funds
Jan. 26, 2006 | WKAR
- Low income families could find it difficult to pay their heating bills this winter. Charities that help them keep the heat on may also have trouble, as WKAR's Rob South reports.
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State Of The State Remarks Focus On Economy
Jan. 26, 2006 | MPR
- Governor Granholm delivered the final State of the State address of her first term last night. As expected, the Governor's remarks focused on fixing Michigan's economy.
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MSU Works To Eliminate Illegal File-Sharing
Jan. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- Illegal file-sharing is a big problem at Michigan State. WKAR's Erin Toner reports on internet piracy at MSU and what's being done to curb it.
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Music Review: New Kate Rusby Album Reviewed
Jan. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- Kate Rusby's new CD "The Girl Who Couldn't Fly" is reviewed by Pat Power, talking to WKAR's Melissa Ingells.
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Changes In Store For Local Songfest
Feb. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- Sally Potter freshens up the Mid-Winter Singing Festival in East Lansing. WKAR's Scott Pohl talks with Sally.
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Smokers Try Laser Therapy To Kick The Habit
Jan. 30, 2006 | WKAR
- Clinics using laser therapy as a smoking cessation method are reporting an 80 to 90 percent success rate. WKAR's LaToya Dennis reports.
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Bernero Gives First State Of The City Address
Jan. 31, 2006 | WKAR
- In Lansing, the city's new Mayor has delivered his first state of the city address. Rob South reports.
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Technology Update: Tablet PCs Finally Start To Catch On
Feb. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks about tablet PCs in his monthly interview with author and MSU technologist Rich Wiggins.
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Group Launches Drive For Unicameral Legislature
Feb. 2, 2006 | MPR
- The "Fire the Senate" campaign says a one-chamber Legislature would be more open and less costly. Rick Pluta reports.
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Professor Rates Super Bowl Ads
Feb. 6, 2006 | WKAR
- MSU advertising professor Bruce Vanden Bergh talks with Scott Pohl about the Super Bowl ads.
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Students Use Security Studies On The Job
Feb. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Erin Toner looks at how some former students are using homeland security studies in their careers.
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MSU Children's Choir Contributed To Grammy Nominated Project.
Feb. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- The MSU Children's Choir took part in a project that's nominated for a Grammy Award. Scott Pohl reports.
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MSU Museum Celebrates Darwin Discovery Day
Feb. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- MSU paleontologist Danita Brandt speaks with 90.5 WKAR's Melissa Ingells about Darwin Discovery Day.
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Heald To Perform In Local Production
Feb. 16, 2006 | WKAR
- Anthony Heald will perform in a staged reading of the play "Love Letters" in Lansing this weekend. 90.5's Scott Pohl spoke with him.
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Under the Radar: Lev Raphael Talks About His New Memoir
Feb. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- Lev Raphael talks with Melissa Ingells about his new memoir, "Writing A Jewish Life".
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Lansing Budget Faces Little-Known Threat
Feb. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- As Lansing's new mayor works on a fiscal plan for the coming year, 90.5 WKAR's Erin Toner reports on a growing threat to municipal budgets.
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Movie Review: Swartz Looks At "Eight Below"
Feb. 17, 2006 | WKAR
- New movie should appeal to dog lovers everywhere. 90.5's Scott Pohl talks with Robin Swartz.
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Governor Proposes State-Run 401-K Plan
Feb. 17, 2006 | WKAR
- Governor's proposal is aimed at encouraging more small companies to offer retirement plans to their employees. Sarah Hulett reports.
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Critics Call For Local Control Of Genetically Engineered Crops
Feb. 14, 2006 | WKAR
- Local critics say federal agencies aren't doing a good job of testing genetically modified food for safety. Sarah Hulett has the story.
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Sit-Down Strikers Honored
Feb. 17, 2006 | MPR
- Four of the participants in a ground-breaking sit-down strike in Flint 69 years ago have been honored at the state Capitol. Rick Pluta spoke with them.
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Election 2006: Analyst Looks At Special Primary Election
Feb. 20, 2006 | WKAR
- Mark Grebner spoke with 90.5's Melissa Ingells about tomorrow's election in Ingham County.
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Children's Film Festival Opens
Feb. 23, 2006 | WKAR
- The ninth annual East Lansing Children's Film Festival begins Friday night. Scott Pohl talks with the director.
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Music Review: Eddie Palmieri's "Listen Here"
Feb. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- Jazz reviewer Bob Roth talks with 90.5's Melissa Ingells about Eddie Palmieri's CD, "Listen Here".
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Lansing Mayor Talks About South Korea Trip
Feb. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- The Lansing region has a new sister city. Rob South spoke with Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero about the agreement.
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Technology Update: Computer Help Desks
Mar. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Help desks are the subject of Scott Pohl's monthly interview with Rich Wiggins.
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Technology Update: Favorite Computer Help Calls
Mar. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl asks Rich Wiggins for a few choice examples of computer help calls.
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Health Care Reform Recommended
Mar. 1, 2006 | MPR
- The Michigan State Medical Society is offering a broad set of recommendations outlining goals for health care reform. Rick Pluta has the story.
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Parole Procedures Questioned
Mar. 1, 2006 | WKAR
- Lawmakers grilled Michigan's top prison official at a hearing into parole procedures. MPRN's Sarah Hulett explains.
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DeVos Talks About The Economy
Mar. 2, 2006 | MPR
- GOP gubernatorial hopeful Dick DeVos says people are uncertain about Michigan's economy. MPRN's Rick Pluta has more.
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Resident Talks About Plant Demolition
Mar. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- GM has started tearing down the Lansing Car Assembly plant. Neighborhood resident Jonas Chenault told Gretchen Millich he will miss it.
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Mystery Author Talks About Latest Novel
Mar. 6, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl interviews Rita Mae Brown, who will be in Okemos tonight to talk about her new novel, Sour Puss.
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Chairman Talks About Highfields' Approach
Mar. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Charles Corley speaks with WKAR's Rob South about the youth training facility.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Looks At Arthur And George
Mar. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells and Lev Raphael talk about the new book by Julian Barnes, offering a fictional look at Arthur Conan Doyle.
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Election 2006: Candidates Face Off In Special Election
Mar. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- Ingham County voters decide tomorrow whether to send Whitmer or Green to the state Senate. Gretchen Millich reports.
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MSU Holds First Israeli Film Festival
Mar. 16, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Ellen Rothfeld, organizer of the Israeli Film Festival.
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Movie Review: New From The Makers Of The Matrix Trilogy
Mar. 17, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl and Robin Swartz talk about the new movie, "V is for Vendetta," and other entertainment choices.
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Meterologist Says We've Had A Mild Winter
Mar. 20, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Andy Provenzano about the weather for this first day of spring.
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Film Festival Kicks Off
Mar. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- The ninth annual East Lansing Film Festival begins tonight. Scott Pohl talks with festival director Susan Woods.
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Cooking With Local Foods: Okemos-Raised Shrimp
Mar. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl interviews chef Eric Villegas about cooking with locally-raised shrimp.
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House Considers Stem Cell Research
Mar. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- The Michigan Legislature may relax restrictions on embryonic stem cell research. Melissa Ingells reports.
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UAW Members Weighing Options
Mar. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- General Motors' plan to offer early retirement to its workers is getting good feedback from UAW members. Rob South reports.
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Proposed City Budget Calls For Job Cuts
Mar. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- The Lansing city council will get details of Mayor Virg Bernero's 2007 budget proposal tonight. Rob South reports.
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Veterans Block Protest At Local Military Funeral
Mar. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- A veterans group acted against protestors at a local military funeral yesterday. Erin Toner was there.
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Music Review: New Derek Trucks CD
Mar. 31, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Scott Allman about "Songlines" by the Derek Trucks Band.
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Legislature And Governor At Odds Over Business Taxes
Mar. 31, 2006 | MPR
- Legislators have sent a bill to Governor Granholm that would repeal Michigan's main business tax. Rick Pluta reports.
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Technology Update: Not Everything On The Web Is True
Apr. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl's monthly interview with Rich Wiggins is about how inaccurate information can be on the web.
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Storm Spotter Offers Weather Advice
Apr. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Don Tillitson has been doing storm spotter training since 1976. Melissa Ingells talked with him about his avocation.
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MSU Vet-a-Visit Gives Kids A Close Look At Animals
Apr. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- MSU's College of Veterinary Medicine held its annual open house, called Vet-a-Visit, over the weekend. Melissa Ingells was there.
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State Court Of Appeals Considers Same-Sex Benefit Case
Apr. 12, 2006 | MPR
- The state Court of Appeals is deciding whether Michigan’s constitution forbids public employee benefits for same-sex partners. Rick Pluta reports.
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Lansing-Made Film Debuts Tonight
Apr. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- "An Apology to the Dead" debuts at Celebration Cinema tonight. Scott Pohl spoke with the film's creators.
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Under the Radar: New Erica Jong Memoir Reviewed
Apr. 14, 2006 | WKAR
- Reviewer Lev Raphael talks about Erica Jong's new memoir with Melissa Ingells.
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Lansing Considers Closing Golf Courses To Save Money
Apr. 17, 2006 | WKAR
- Mayor Virg Bernero has targeted two of Lansing's four golf courses closure in his attempt to balance the city's budget. Rob South Reports
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New Environment-Friendly Sewer Design Saves Money
Apr. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- A concept called "low-impact" design is making sewer projects cheaper and better for the environment. Erin Toner Reports.
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Movie Review: Robin Swartz Looks At Local Filmmakers
Apr. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Robin Swartz tells Scott Pohl the East Lansing Film Festival is one reason more movies are being made in the Lansing area.
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Judge Okays Plan To Fence Off Neo-Nazi Rally
Apr. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- A judge has denied a request by a neo-Nazi group to stop police from erecting a fence around a rally at the state Capitol. Erin Toner Reports.
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Officials Tour Lansing's Ottawa Street Power Station.
Apr. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- city officials are hopeful a new tenant can be found for the Lansing Board of Water and Light's Ottawa Street power station.
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Cooking With Local Foods: It's Wild Leek Season In Michigan
Apr. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Chef Eric Villegas talks with Scott Pohl about cooking with wild leeks, or ramps.
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Residential Airpark Creates Controversy
May. 1, 2006 | WKAR
- Outside of Lansing, an auto mechanic is building a residential airpark. Erin Toner has the story.
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Picasso in East Lansing: MSU Expert Talks About Picasso
May. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- Kresge Art Museum Curator April Kingsley talks with Scott Pohl about Picasso in anticipation of a local exhibit starting Sunday.
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Picasso in East Lansing: Gallery Owner Talks About Picasso Exhibit
May. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl has the second of our three-part look at a local Picasso exhibition, with a visit to Saper Galleries.
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Picasso in East Lansing: Picasso Exhibit Not Indicative Of Healthy Local Galleries
May. 4, 2006 | WKAR
- People are not buying as much art as they once did in Michigan. Gretchen Millich finds out what local galleries are doing to keep their doors open.
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MSU Art Museum Displays Sand Mandala....For A Few Days
May. 4, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with a Tibetan monk about his sand mandala, being constructed at MSU's Kresge Art Museum this week.
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Technology Update: MSU Expert Reviews Home Computer Security
May. 5, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with author and MSU technologist Rich Wiggins about fending off attacks on your comptuer.
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Clothing Designer Uses Almost Anything To Create Designs
May. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with clothing designer Cat Chow about her exhibition at MSU's Kresge Art Museum.
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MSU Professor Studies Social Status Of Hyenas
May. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Kay Holekamp tells Melissa Ingells that social status can be physically inherited, at least if you're a hyena.
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Meier Talks About His Years Conducting GLSO
May. 11, 2006 | WKAR
- Greater Lansing Symphony Orchestra Conductor is ready for good-bye concert.
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Under the Radar: The Kill By Emile Zola
May. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- Lev Raphael found a new translation of a French novel that captured his attention. He tells Melissa Ingells about it.
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MSU Begins New Housing Project
May. 15, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl looks at the new University Village project with housing and food services chief Chuck Gagliano.
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Artist Cliff Logan Makes Utensils From Discarded Wood
May. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl reports on one of the emerging artists featured at the East Lansing Art Festival this weekend.
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How To Handle A Potentially Dangerous Dog
May. 19, 2006 | WKAR
- Gretchen Millich talks to police dog instructor Hector Hernandez, who explains how to defend against a dog attack.
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GM Donation Brings Attention To Local VFW Home
May. 19, 2006 | WKAR
- Rob South looks at the VFW National Home for Children in Eaton Rapids.
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Ceremony Honors Notable Michiganians
May. 23, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl has a look at the new Michigan Walk of Fame.
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Boarshead Co-founder Returns To Lansing
May. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- Boarshead Theatre co-founder Richard Thomsen was back in Lansing this week to perform. Scott Pohl spoke with him.
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Technology Update: Protecting Your Computer
Jun. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with author and MSU technologist Rich Wiggins about safe computing.
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Election 2006: Gubernatorial Candidates Appear At Mackinac Conference
May. 31, 2006 | MPR
- Influential business leaders will compare the candidates for governor this week. Michigan Public Radio's Rick Pluta has more.
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Election 2006: Mackinac Policy Conference Focuses On Gubernatorial Race
Jun. 2, 2006 | MPR
- State political leaders meet to consider gubernatorial candidates and their economic policies. Rick Pluta reports.
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New Local Theatre To Open
Jun. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl reports Williamston's new theatre is ready to open for it's first performances.
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Local Theater Troupes Plan Summer Schedules
Jun. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- A busy summer is in store for local theatre lovers. Scott Pohl looks at some of the plays.
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Movie Review: Swartz Reviews "A Prairie Home Companion" Movie
Jun. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- The new movie "A Prairie Home Companion" opens nationwide on Friday. Scott Pohl spoke with reviewer Robin Swartz about it.
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Lansing Native Nominated For Tony Award
Jun. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Lansing native Lisa Kron, who is one of the nominees for a Best Actress Tony Award .
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Sportscaster Explains "Why My Wife Thinks I'm An Idiot"
Jun. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- ESPN sportscaster Mike Greenberg is in town to promote a new book about how men and women are different. Scott Pohl spoke with him.
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Officials Go After Lansing's Problem Homes
Jun. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- Chris McCarus has a report on the city's efforts to get rid of red-tagged homes.
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The Whipworm As Potential Medicine
Jun. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- Is a parasitic worm a cure for inflammatory bowel disease? Melissa Ingells talks with MSU Microbiology Professor Linda Mansfield.
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Former Michigan School For The Blind Property To Be Sold
Jun. 14, 2006 | WKAR
- As the state prepares to sell the old Michigan School For The Blind property, Reporter Rob South has a retrospective.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews "The Futurist"
Jun. 16, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells spoke with Lev Raphael about James P. Othmer's book "The Futurist".
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Benton Harbor Leaders Say City Is Getting Back On Its Feet
Jun. 16, 2006 | WKAR
- Erin Toner reports that Benton Harbor is striving to rebuild three years after riots highlighted the city's economic problems.
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National Guard Soldier Prepares To Leave For Iraq
Jun. 19, 2006 | WKAR
- LaToya Dennis reports on a Michigan National guardsman spending one last day with his family before he leaves for Iraq.
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WKAR TV Special Features "The Millikens"
Jun. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Capitol Correspondent Tim Skubick spoke with WKAR's Melissa Ingells about the new public TV special "The Millikens."
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Meterologist Talks About The Summer Of 2006
Jun. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Today is the first day of summer, but we've already hit 90 degrees a few times. Scott Pohl talks with TV 10 meterologist Andy Provenzano.
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Potter Park Will Get New Cavies
Jun. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- The director of Potter Park Zoo talks with LaToya Dennis about a rare animal he hopes to have on exhibit again soon.
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Diverse Neighborhood In Lansing Attracts Gays And Others
Jun. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- Gretchen Millich visited Lansing's so-called "lesbian zip code".
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Book Of MSU-Related Stories To Be Published
Jun. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl has a look at the "Chicken Soup for the Spartan Soul" project.
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Beaner's Strives To Be Number Two
Jun. 23, 2006 | WKAR
- One local company wants a bigger piece of the gourmet coffee market. Rob South reports.
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"Michigan At Risk" Takes A Look At Michigan Race Relations
Jun. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells talks with journalist Christopher Cook, writer and producer of "The Hate Next Door," airing tonight on WKAR-TV.
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Michigan Basket Maker Talks About Her Art
Jun. 30, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Native American basket-maker Kelly Church and her apprentice daughter, Cherish Parrish.
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Program Helps Golf Courses Be More "Green"
Jun. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Erin Toner reports on a program that helps golf courses comply with environmental laws, save money and become more natural.
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Demmer To Renovate Motor Wheel Plant
Jul. 6, 2006 | WKAR
- Demmer Corporation will spend $12 million to upgrade the old Motor Wheel factory. Erin Toner spoke with Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero about the deal.
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LSO Preview: New Music Director Plans For Upcoming Season
Jul. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells spoke with new LSO conductor Timothy Muffitt about his plans for the Fall 2006 season.
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Election 2006: Abortion Ballot Question Creates Rift
Jul. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- An effort to write a ban on abortion into Michigan's constitution has created a wedge in the state's politically influential anti-abortion movement.
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MSU's 27th Ag Expo Gets Underway
Jul. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- The latest equipment the farming industry has to offer is on display at Michigan State University's Ag Expo. Scott Pohl spoke with organizer Kirk Heinze.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews Book Of Writings On Sex
Jul. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Lev Raphael tells Melissa Ingells about the Cleis Press "Best Sex Writing 2006 Anthology."
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Election 2006: Bill Ballenger On 69th State House Primary Candidates.
Aug. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- The winner of the democratic primary in the 69th state house district will be the favorite to win in the Fall. Scott Pohl spoke with Bill Ballenger.
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Election 2006: Analyst Reviews Candidates In 67th State House Primary
Aug. 1, 2006 | WKAR
- LaToya Dennis spoke with Mark Grebner of Practical Political Consulting about the candidates in the 67th district state house primary.
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Book TV Tour Bus Comes To Lansing
Aug. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Anne Haller of C-SPAN about the Book TV tour bus.
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Election 2006: Ballenger Reviews Candidates In 68th District Primary
Aug. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- There's a crowded field of Democrats in the primary to represent the city of Lansing in the state legislature. Bill Ballenger spoke with Gretchen Millich.
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Election 2006: Strategist Looks At 7th Congressional District GOP Primary
Aug. 4, 2006 | WKAR
- Rob South talks with campaign strategist Steve Mitchell about the Republican race for the seventh district congressional seat.
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Election 2006: Race Clouds GOP Senate Primary
Aug. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Republicans will pick a candidate tomorrow to challenge incumbent Debbie Stabenow. Rachel Lippmann reports.
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Election 2006: Bouchard Wins GOP Senate Primary
Aug. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Mike Bouchard is the Republicans' choice to face Democratic U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow this Fall. Rachel Lippmann and Rick Pluta report.
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Election 2006: Ballenger Reviews Primary Results
Aug. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Political analyst Bill Ballenger of Inside Michigan Politics didn't find any big surprises in the results from yesterday's primary. He spoke with Scott Pohl.
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Folk Fest Features Young Musicians
Aug. 11, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Great Lakes Folk Festival artistic coordinator Marsha MacDowell.
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Glass Castle Author Interviewed
Aug. 23, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with author Jeannette Walls about her book "The Glass Castle", the focus of the East Lansing - MSU One Book, One Community program
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews "Burning Rainbow Farm"
Aug. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- Book investigates how Michigan's Rainbow Farm and its owners met their demise.
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Cooking With Local Foods: Chef Talks About Michigan Sweet Corn
Aug. 25, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with chef Eric Villegas about sweet corn.
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Election 2006: State Political Parties Select Candidates
Aug. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Republicans and Democrats finalized their tickets for the November ballot at party conventions this past weekend. Rachel Lippmann and Rick Pluta report.
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Lansing City Council Seeks To Limit Public Comment
Aug. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Lansing's City Council wants to change its public comment rules in hopes of shortening council meetings. Rob South reports.
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Katrina Evacuee Considers What It Would Take To Return
Aug. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- WKAR's LaToya Dennis spoke with Lois Vincent, a Hurricane Katrina evacuee, about what she would need to move back to New Orleans.
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Lansing's Pattengill Middle School Prepares For Move
Aug. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells spoke with Pattengill Principal Synthia Taylor about her students moving to a new building.
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Lansing Begins To Search For A School Superintendent
Sep. 5, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Lansing school board Vice President Hugh Clarke Jr. about the superintendent search.
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John Peakes Talks About New Role
Sep. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with John Peakes about his role in "Trying"
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Henning Authors Second Book About MSU Sports
Sep. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Lynn Henning about his new book, "Spartan Seasons Two."
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Researcher Finds Better Care For Sexual Assault Victims
Sep. 18, 2006 | WKAR
- Michigan State University research has found that emergency care for sexual assault victims has improved.
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New Film Mocks Amway-Type Direct Marketing
Sep. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Loki Mulholland about "Believe".
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Meterologist Looks Back At A Streaky Summer
Sep. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl looks at the summer past, and the autumn to come, with Andy Provenzano.
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Geoff Muldaur Appears Locally
Sep. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Scott Allman about the music of Geoff Muldaur.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews Book With Environmental Theme
Sep. 26, 2006 | WKAR
- Lev Raphael spoke with Melissa Ingells about a book on global warming.
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Jeff Daniels Writes Prequel To "Escanaba In Da Moonlight"
Sep. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Jeff Daniels about "Escanaba In Love"
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Technology Update: Fifty Years Of MSU Computing Celebrated
Sep. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Rich Wiggins about the history of computing at MSU.
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MSU Creates Position To Improve Community Relations
Oct. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- WKAR's Rob South talks with MSU's new Community/Student Liaison
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Election 2006: Democrats Press Nursing Home Charges
Oct. 4, 2006 | WKAR
- Rick Pluta reports on Dick DeVos' involvement in a company called Alterra
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MSU Program To Teach Arabic To Youngsters
Oct. 4, 2006 | WKAR
- An MSU language professor talks about a program to teach children Arabic starting in Kindergarten.
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Theater Series Deals With Legal Issues
Oct. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- A series of three plays with legal themes will be presented at three different theatres in Lansing this season.
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Election 2006: Michigan U.S. Senate Race Overshadowed
Oct. 23, 2006 | WKAR
- Voters don't seem excited by the U.S. Senate race in Michigan. Rachel Lippmann reports.
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MSU Announces Med School Partnership
Oct. 12, 2006 | WKAR
- MSU officials and the Van Andel Institute have announced their partnership in Grand Rapids.
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Homeless in Mid-Michigan: Demographics Of Lansing's Homeless Population Changing
Oct. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- WKAR's Rob South looks at homelessness in the Lansing area and how local agencies are dealing with the problem.
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Election 2006: How Would Granholm Or DeVos Work With Legislature?
Oct. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- Granholm has had a testy relationship with legislators; DeVos says he's developed negotiating skills in the world of business. Rick Pluta reports.
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Homeless in Mid-Michigan: Long-Held Sterotype Of Homeless People No Longer Holds
Oct. 25, 2006 | WKAR
- More Lansing-area families are finding themselves without a stable home. Rob South reports.
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Homeless in Mid-Michigan: Advocate's Mission Is To Help Homeless Fight Addiction
Oct. 26, 2006 | WKAR
- One Lansing man's job is to connect with addicted homeless people and help them recover. Rob South recorded some of his thoughts.
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Election 2006: Economy Top Issue In Gubernatorial Race
Oct. 26, 2006 | WKAR
- The economy and loss of jobs is the top concern of voters this Fall. Rick Pluta reports the gubernatorial candidates have lots to say about it.
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MSU Students Work With Stratford Professionals
Oct. 30, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with Stratford Festival of Canada artistic director Richard Monette.
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Homeless in Mid-Michigan: Homeless Advocates Hope To Change Approach
Oct. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- Rob South reports a change is on the horizon that backers hope will end homelessness in ten years.
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Election 2006: Mass Transit An Election Issue In Detroit
Oct. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- Experts say Southeast Michigan needs a mass transit system and it’s an issue Michigan’s Governor will have to deal with. Rick Pluta reports
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Election 2006: Democrats Wondering What Happened In The Seventh
Oct. 30, 2006 | WKAR
- Pundit says Michigan's 7th district could have been closer. Rob South explains.
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Election 2006: MSU Trustee Race Features A High-Profile Name
Oct. 31, 2006 | WKAR
- The MSU trustee race includes a candidate who is better known for his accomplishments in the world of sports than in higher education or politics.
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Election 2006: Proposal Would Mandate Funding Levels For Education
Oct. 31, 2006 | WKAR
- Supporters and opponents differ on the potential effect of Proposal 5.
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Election 2006: Michigan's 8th Congressional Race Reviewed
Nov. 1, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl talks with two analysts about Mike Rogers and the Democrat who hopes to knock him out of his seat, Jim Marcinkowski.
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Election 2006: Fate Of Potter Park May Hang On Millage Issue
Nov. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- A millage proposal is being sold as the Potter Park Zoo's best hope for survival. Rob South reports.
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Milk Transport Arrest Raises Agricultural Issue
Nov. 2, 2006 | WKAR
- Michigan agriculture authorities have opened up a debate about the practice of selling unprocessed food. Chris McCarus reports.
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Election 2006: Voters Determine Future Of Affirmative Action In Michigan.
Nov. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- Proposal Two challenges voters to examine their beliefs about race and gender. Gretchen Millich reports.
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21st Century Jobs Fund Faces Criticism
Nov. 3, 2006 | WKAR
- A high-tech job fund is facing criticism from some of its beneficiaries. Robert Frederick reports from Ann Arbor.
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Election 2006: Gubernatorial Candidates Make Last Push
Nov. 6, 2006 | WKAR
- Dick DeVos and Jennifer Granholm are traversing the state in their campaign busses, making their last-minute pleas to Michigan voters. Rick Pluta reports.
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Election 2006: Campaigns Wind Down
Nov. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Candidates engaged in last-minute campaigning on the eve of election day. Rick Pluta and Rachel Lippmann report.
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Election 2006: Granholm Wins Second Term As Governor
Nov. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Yesterday's election will change the balance of power at the state Capitol. Rick Pluta and Rachel Lippman report.
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Election 2006: Analyst Reviews Granholm Win
Nov. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Bill Ballenger tells Scott Pohl the Granholm forces ran an effective negative campaign against Dick DeVos.
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LSO Preview: Summon The Spirits
Nov. 9, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells spoke with Lansing Symphony Orchestra Conductor Timothy Muffitt about the orchestra's concert this week.
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MSU Screens Middle Eastern Movies
Nov. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- A MSU department is hosting a film festival with a Middle Eastern flavor. Scott Pohl has the story.
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Under the Radar: Holleran Novel Takes Place In Washington D.C.
Nov. 10, 2006 | WKAR
- Local author and book reviewer Lev Raphael talks with Melissa Ingells about the book "Grief".
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State Supreme Court Hears Voter ID Arguments
Nov. 14, 2006 | WKAR
- Republicans and Democrats disagree on whether voters should have to produce a photo ID. Rick Pluta reports on legal arguments in the case.
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NPR's Burnett Pens Book About His Work
Nov. 17, 2006 | WKAR
- NPR correspondent John Burnett has written a book about the stories he's covered. Scott Pohl spoke with him about it.
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Election 2006: MSU Students Voice Concerns Over Proposal Two
Nov. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Some MSU students fear Proposal Two could mean a decrease in minority enrollment and fewer diversity programs. 90.5's Rob Goren reports.
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Law Would Designate Ford Field Free Speech Zone
Nov. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- A lawmaker says taxpayers helped fund Ford Field and should be able to display their discontent with the Lions. Rick Pluta reports.
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Book Celebrates History Of MSU Agriculture Education
Nov. 24, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl speaks to Ray Vlasin and Ken VerBurg, authors of a new book on one of MSU's oldest colleges.
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MSU Selects Dantonio As Football Coach
Nov. 28, 2006 | WKAR
- Mark Dantonio was named Monday as the new head coach of MSU's football team. Rob Goren reports.
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Co-housing Community Takes Root In Downtown Lansing
Nov. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Reporter Chris McCarus pays a visit to the Genesee Garden Co-housing community in Lansing.
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Governor Unveils Replacement For Single Business Tax
Nov. 30, 2006 | WKAR
- The Governor unveiled her plan for a new state business tax yesterday. Rick Pluta reports.
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Cable TV Bill Complicated And Controversial
Dec. 5, 2006 | WKAR
- The state legislature is looking at a bill that would make it easier for telecommunications companies to break into cable TV. Rick Pluta reports.
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Ernie Harwell Audiobook Published
Dec. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Ernie Harwell has put out a four-CD audiobook. Scott Pohl reports.
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Proposal Two Supporters Warn Of Legal Action
Dec. 8, 2006 | WKAR
- Leaders of the Michigan Civil Rights Initiative say they’re watching to see how public universities and government agencies react to it. Rick Pluta reports.
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Election 2006: Skubick Writes Book About Historic Gubernatorial Election
Dec. 13, 2006 | WKAR
- Scott Pohl spoke with Tim Skubick about his new book, which chronicles the 2006 race for Michigan Governor.
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New Bovine Ear Tag Requirement Controversial
Dec. 15, 2006 | WKAR
- The state has announced it's tightening restrictions on cows transported from farms to fight bovine tuberculosis. Chris McCarus reports.
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LSO Preview: Holiday Pops 2006
Dec. 15, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells interviewed LSO Conductor Timothy Muffitt about the upcoming Holiday Pops Concert.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews Book On The Paranormal
Dec. 7, 2006 | WKAR
- Reviewer Lev Raphael talks with WKAR's Melissa Ingells about Deborah Blum's book "Ghost Hunters."
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Careful Processing Turns Game Into A Holiday Meal
Dec. 21, 2006 | WKAR
- Taking game from the field to the table requires deliberate care. Rob South reports.
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Granholm Warns Of Spending Cuts
Dec. 22, 2006 | WKAR
- In her final news conference of the year, Governor Granholm left open the possibility of a tax hike to balance the state’s budget. Rick Pluta reports.
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Northern Michigan Business Hopes To Expand
Dec. 27, 2006 | WKAR
- A business occupying a former air base in northern Michigan is hoping to grow. Chris McCarus reports there's an obstacle to that expansion.
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Under the Radar: Raphael Reviews Book On James Bond
Dec. 29, 2006 | WKAR
- Melissa Ingells talks to Lev Raphael about "The Man Who Saved Britain: A Personal Journey into the Disturbing World of James Bond."
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