Live News Updates for Nov. 20-26
Current top story: Karen Jennings is leaving the Arts Commission after six years.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Following in his Father’s Footsteps, George Brookover is Mayor of East Lansing
Erik Altmann, Mark Meadows and Kerry Ebersole Singh are sworn in, joining George Brookover and Dana Watson on City Council.
Sadness, Fear, Anger Linger After Oct. 7 Attack and Ongoing Violence
Local faith leaders have come together to show their “support and love for local Jewish and Muslim communities.”
Ebersole Singh Runs Way Ahead of Pack; Meadows, Altmann to Return to Council
In unofficial results from Tuesday’s election, Dan Bollman narrowly missed out on the third slot. Noel Garcia finished fifth, Joshua Ramirez-Roberts was sixth, Rebecca Kasen seventh and Chris Wardell eighth.
Special Council Meeting: Assertion Charter Was Violated Found to be Without Merit, City Attorney Will Settle Two Lawsuits
The agenda for the Thursday meeting was added to the city calendar on Wednesday.
Mysteriously Delivered Packet Tells Story of City Raises and Promotions
Councilmember George Brookover expressed discomfort with the actions taken by the outgoing interim city manager. Randy Talifarro, the new city manager and finance director respond.
IN THE COMMUNITY
ELPD Officer Tells DDA of Downtown Public Safety Concerns
Officer Katey Harrison identified parking garages as hotspots for nighttime activity as well as the Fieldhouse and Harper’s.
Permanent ELPL Director Interviews to Begin in January
The deadline for applications was Nov. 17. The Library Commission subcommittee hopes to present its findings and recommendations at the Dec. 13 meeting.
Ingham Community Health Center to Open in ELHS
The regular meeting of the school board also included a report on plans of the local chapter of MSAN.
Need a Hot Dog? University Weiner is the Place
Two Michigan State University students partnered to open the business that features Michigan-made hot dogs and other Michigan products.
Live News Updates for Nov. 13-19
Current top stories: Peace Education Center’s Alternative Holiday sale is Friday and Saturday. Read a report on Monday’s Human Rights Commission meeting.