Richardson, who grew up in Lansing, will move back to the area to take over as Glencairn Elementary School principal.
The Trojans girls soccer team started to find its identity late in the season, a development coach Jeff Lyon hopes carries over to next year.
Currently, the city code doesn’t require multi-family housing complexes built before 2007 to have on-site recycling services.
ELHS Lacrosse Coach William Wismer looked for his team to accomplish three goals this season: Improve as players, improve the team culture and improve the young men in the program. Wismer proudly said this year’s squad met its goals.
On Wednesday the city held an open house to continue to gather input for its non-motorized transportation plan.
The ELHS girls tennis team will compete at the two-day state tournament, which kicks off today in Grand Rapids.
The murals are designed to remind elementary students of the STEP problem solving routine utilized by the school district.
The sighting was called a “lifer” by one local birder.
Rev. Kit Carlson has served as rector at All Saints Episcopal Church since 2007.
The East Lansing Public Library met yesterday for its April meeting.
A look at how East Lansing schools would spend the $23.5 million in the bond proposal, if voters approve it at the May special election.
Andy Gordon will look to craft a healthier urban forest in the city.
East Lansing and MSU star basketball player Klarissa Bell now teaches in the school district she grew up in.
A Folk Festival hasn’t been held in East Lansing since 2017. But action is being taken to explore bringing the event back, or something similar, in the future.
The former mayor has earned a masters degree in public policy from Harvard and returned to East Lansing.
The meeting was the first since Kevin King took over as library director on March 4.
New East Lansing Public Library Director Kevin King believes building solid relationships with library staff and East Lansing residents is key to success in his role.
ELPL Interim Director Angelo Moreno spent much of his last meeting at the helm discussing finances with the library board.
All Saints Episcopal Church will celebrate women in church leadership by holding a screening of “The Philadelphia Eleven.”
The East Lansing Arts Commission discussed the possibility of installing five heat-applied vinyl murals at its Feb. 15 meeting.
MacDonald Middle School student Cayla Hawkins set a new state record in the 400-meter race.
Kiwanis Club of East Lansing and WKAR met to discuss and plan strategies to increase young people’s love of reading.
MSU and East Lansing are joining together to provide support as everyone continues to process the Feb. 13, 2023, tragedy. Luminary kits are available today for one event planned for Tuesday.
MSU graduate, Chloe Wolma, is spending her gap year working with ELHS students to find their way after high school.
East Lansing Environmental Specialist Cliff Walls answered questions via email about the city’s recycling program that used artificial intelligence to identify contaminants in recycling bins.
City Council voted to approve projects that will have major impacts on two of East Lansing’s busiest roads at the Jan. 23 meeting.
Strategic planning, budgets and reviewing the one-year report on the Jan. 11, 2023, incident were all part of the recent meeting.
The Transportation Commission unanimously approved recommending the plan be implemented for the stretch of road from Burcham Drive to Grand River Avenue.
The board unanimously moves to offer the job to Kevin King, who will come to EL from the Kalamazoo Public Library.
The city hopes to answer questions and clear up concerns about overlay districts during the Jan. 17 informational session.
The Library Board of Trustees will begin public interviews early this month.
The Housing Commission approved two rental requests, but the three in the proposed overlay district are on hold.
The commission unanimously approved the resolution, which will now be presented to City Council.
The Downtown Management Board heard crime statistics from ELPD Deputy Chief Chad Pride and about the Advent House Ministries homelessness outreach program.
The proposal calls for altering Hagadorn Road between Grand River and Burcham Drive from four lanes to three.
Grant program is for the needs of low-to-moderate income people and neighborhoods.
The deadline for applications was Nov. 17. The Library Commission subcommittee hopes to present its findings and recommendations at the Dec. 13 meeting.
The incident occurred early Sunday morning during celebrations downtown, two days before Halloween. ELPD reminds community members to take safety precautions.
A personally decorated plywood table, four red Solo cups, two dice and rules agreed upon by players are the basics of the game. Sort of.
MDOT’s road reconfiguration plans are meant to “improve safety,” but those who live in the neighborhoods worry they could make travel more dangerous.
Public participants held a “dialogue” as they sought solutions and suggestions for a plan to guide the ELPD.
Those interested in applying for the open trustee position have until noon Friday to submit an application.
ELi is providing introductions to the eight East Lansing City Council candidates. In the third installment in our series, Mya Gregory provides a profile of Rebecca Kasen. Why is Kasen running?
ELi is providing introductions to the eight East Lansing City Council candidates. In the third installment in our series, Mya Gregory provides a profile of Christopher Wardell. Why is Wardell running?
ELi is providing introductions to the eight East Lansing City Council candidates. In the second installment in our series, Mya Gregory provides a profile of Noel Garcia. Why is Garcia running?
Building lasting relationships, supporting students and creating a safe environment are goals all three bring to their new positions.
There was wide support for internal candidate Tim Dempsey in written communications and public comments. “This is a farce. This is an absolute farce,” one member of the community said after the vote.
“Parking is everything,” said one local business owner in objection to the plan. But the developer insisted the privately-owned parking lot parcel is “going away” regardless of whether his project is approved.
All candidates responded to 21 questions from council members before going into interviews before city staff and then attending an evening reception at the Hannah Center.
After an unanimous vote of support, Adult Services Librarian Angelo Moreno has been offered the position of interim director of the East Lansing Public Library.
Long-anticipated opening of the Abbot Road branch was celebrated during a July 21 event featuring music, local foods, and speakers from the credit union, university, city and more.
In its first meeting after No Mow May, the commission talked about what worked, some challenges and future potential goals.
The East Lansing Kiwanis Community Band kicks off its 2023 season with a concert Thursday, July 20.
East Lansing’s City Council has decided to relieve developer DRW Convexity of its responsibilities where downtown affordable housing is concerned and to give PK Companies a try instead. As part of their Park District project, Chicago-based developers DRW Convexity agreed to construct an affordable apartment building at a now-vacant lot known as “Parcel C” (333…
The nonprofit organization teaches the game of football, but also promotes “sportsmanship, teamwork, honesty, responsibility, and self-discipline.”
All Saints Episcopal Church and Edgewood United Church will donate $100,000 to the Justice League of Lansing.
A small but spirited crowd gathered to recognize the day in 1863 the last enslaved African Americans learned they were free.
The official grand opening of the renovated Patriarche Park pickleball facility is Thursday but, once the nets went up last week, there was no stopping the enthusiasts from playing.
Eleven track team members have qualified to compete in the state championships Saturday, June 3, at Rockford High School.
The proposed FY24 budget for ELPRA is just under $5.5 million, which is an increase of $189,330 from FY23.
The proposed city budget for next year would increase spending on trees, continue waste and recycling programs residents have come to expect and look to renewable energy.
Officers Cuong Dang-Le and Brennan Surman have now joined the ranks of the East Lansing Police Department. Get the story and photos from ELi.