ELi’s Voter Guide for the Aug. 4 Election
Find out what’s on the ballot, the different ways to vote and more!
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Artists Turned Scrap Into Sculptures for Lansing’s ScrapFest
Sculptures artists made out of scrap metal will be on display in Lansing’s Old Town this weekend.
A Week of Extreme Heat Fueled East Lansing’s July 3 Storm
The storm caused damage to trees, power lines and more in East Lansing.
DOJ’s Reasoning for Monitoring East Lansing’s Election Doesn’t Make Sense, Officials Say
The Department of Justice plans to send election monitors to East Lansing’s Aug. 4 primary election.
As Hannah Community Center Turns 100, East Lansing Eyes Third-Floor Expansion
Programming in the city could be expanded if the third floor of the Hannah Community Center is renovated.
DDA, Planning Commission Recommend Large Apartment Downtown, but Parking Could Still Sink Project
Developers will need to submit a parking plan, a requirement that was not previously clear.
IN THE COMMUNITY
East Lansing Pushes Back on DOJ Assertions About 2024 Election Administration
Clerk Emily Gordon wrote that claims in the DOJ’s letter are inaccurate and asked for clarification on different points.
Some Grand River Businesses Are Seeing Fewer Than Half Their Usual Customers With Road Closure
The road work has blocked the main entrances of several businesses along East Lansing’s busiest street.
ELPS to Hire Safety Director After Spring Swatting Incidents
The position will come through a contract with a security company.
River Cleanup Program Gives Lansing Area’s Unhoused Residents Work, Purpose and Hope
Environmental group Michigan Waterways Stewards is partnering with unhoused people to clean Lansing area rivers.
ELPL’s New Musical Children’s Garden Was Years in the Making
The musical garden has been in the works since 2019.