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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 6]
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Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 5]
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An 8-year-old girl who touched the lives of people around the world is remembered by hundreds on MSU’s campus. The anniversary of the Boston bombings has marathoners preparing to head back to the starting line. And, drastic weather this winter is making for a harsh allergy season in Mid-Michigan. Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 4]
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Gay couples recently married in Michigan can now receive federal benefits, but are still not recognized by the state government. Changes to the CATA bus system could make an easier commute for many residents from East Lansing to Okemos. And, gluten-free diets are becoming increasingly popular, even for those without celiac disease.
Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 3]
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A recent false alarm of a gunman at Michigan State has many people concerned about their safety, and what to do in the event of a future threat. Ticket scalping may be decriminalized in the State of Michigan, allowing more people to legally sell tickets above face value. And, the Spartans are on a winning streak, having made it past the first round of the NCAA tournament, after recently winning the Big 10 Tournament.
Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 2]
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A new bill proposed may give unpaid interns in Michigan the same protections as other paid employees. MSU President Lou Anna K. Simon gave her annual State of the University address, giving some students reason to speak out against the administration. And, a suspect has been arrested in connection to the death of MSU student Dominique Nolff. Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
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Focal Point Spring 2014 [Show 1]
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President Barack Obama traveled to Michigan State University to sign the Agriculture Act of 2014. A shooting just of of MSU’s campus has some worried for their safety. And, many people are getting last minute flu shots due to the recent outbreak going around Mid-Michigan. Focal Point is an Emmy awarding winning, student produced newscast from the School of Journalism at Michigan State University.
Agriculture
New machine helps pick apples faster, safer
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By TIARA MAROCCO
Capital News Service
It is a crisp fall morning and the birds are chirping as you grab your coat, a wooden basket and a small ladder and head to the apple orchard. Light greens, yellows and reds pop out from under the dark green leaves of the apple trees as you spot the perfect apple to add to your basket. It is a popular fall activity. But it’s also work for commercial growers. And a new
apple-picking creation could make it a bit easier as orchard owners struggle with a declining workforce. Apple picking usually requires fruit-pickers to stand on ladders to gather the apples. Handpicking is the most consistent and traditional way to gather apples.