Current State #232 | January 14, 2014

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Published January 14, 2014 at 12:41 PM EST

Today on Current State: the legacy of Connie Binsfeld; recommendations for Lansing School District buildings; leaking water infrastructure; and comedian Mike Birbiglia.

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