Thousands of Weekly Searches Tap Into ELPD’s Flock Data. Few Come From Local Police.
A 1,700-page document obtained through a records request reveals East Lansing’s Flock database is being used by dozens of police departments around Michigan.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
After Years of Road Closures, Trowbridge Businesses Want to Remind Customers They’re Still Here
Businesses in the Trowbridge Plaza will hold a Thrift and Thrive event on Wednesday, Sept. 23.
Author Hanif Abdurraqib to Headline One Grand Read’s Community-Wide Book Program
ELPL, MSU Libraries and CADL patrons are invited to read Abdurraqib’s “There’s Always This Year” On Basketball and Ascension” and participate in related programs.
East Lansing Continues to Hammer Out Vision for Future Land Use
City officials discussed affordable housing and simplifying the city code.
MSU Student Clinic to Help Homeless Pet Owners Keep Animals Healthy
On Sept. 27, MSU veterinary students will put on a free clinic where people who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless can have their pets cared for.
Lane on Grand River Avenue to be Closed this Week Ahead of Student Book Store Demolition
The building is being demolished so The Howard, a 12-story apartment complex, can be built.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Prime Time Seniors to Bring Generations Together Through Skill-Sharing Classes
East Lansing seniors will teach grade school children how to sew, carve, paint and much more in October.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: A Conversation With East Lansing Public Library
East Lansing Info Deputy Editor Anna Liz Nichols talks with Library Communications Lead Gabby Kindig about ELPL’s programs and resources.
Local Variety Show Turns 20
On Friday, Sept. 18, All Saints Episcopal Church will host its 20th anniversary show for its popular “The Coffeehouse” series.
Council Roundup: Council Moves Forward With Manager Search, Amends Housing Requirement
The council voted to loosen the city’s diverse housing requirement.
Vending Machines Selling Pizza, Sandwiches and Much More Come to East Lansing
The new machines are located in a storefront in downtown East Lansing.