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Walking Tightropes in Hopes of Survival, Local Restaurateurs Appeal to Governor

By Andrew Graham | January 26, 2021

Area restaurant owners and managers are appealing to Gov. Whitmer, who is from East Lansing, to consider how to better mitigate the spread of Covid-19 without putting restaurants in dire financial straits.

"Seeds of Resistance" Exhibit Connects Local and Global

Spend Locally: Creative Wellness

Photo Contest Shares Reasons Why Residents Mask Up

City Seeks Funding for Pop-Ups Downtown, Asks People to Use Purchased Gift Cards

Arts & Cultures

ELHS Student and Musician Releases New Single

By Sarah Spohn | January 12, 2021

Wes Millhouse, singer and songwriter for the local band Cross Eyed Strangers, released a solo single. Sarah Spohn reports on the song’s production and meaning.

Arts & Cultures

Real Snow Inspires Snow Creatures in East Lansing

By Alice Dreger | January 8, 2021

The presence of abundant, excellent, easy-packing snow has inspired many in East Lansing to go outside and get creative. Jean Weir brings us a delightful selection. Share yours!

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: Discovering Sparty’s Kabob

By Ann Nichols | January 5, 2021

For our continuing Spend Locally series, ELi’s Ann Nichols tries out Sparty’s Kabob on Trowbridge Road and declares the Iraqi cuisine “astonishing.” And, she reports, the prices are good, too.

Arts & Cultures

Local Arcade Hoping to Avoid Game Over With Help From GoFundMe

By Sarah Spohn | December 29, 2020

Pinball Pete’s has felt the impact of the pandemic and is looking for support through a GoFundMe page. Sarah Spohn reports.

Arts & Cultures

The Top Ten East Lansing Stories of 2020

By Emily Joan Elliott and Alice Dreger | December 29, 2020

What were the biggest stories in East Lansing for 2020? ELi’s Publisher and Managing Editor bring you the top 10 list.

Your ELi

The Ten Stories That Meant the Most to Your ELi Reporters in 2020

By ELi Staff | December 26, 2020

From ELHS closing due to Covid-19, to volunteers sewing masks to donate, to the Harbor Bay dealings, our reporters highlight stories they enjoyed bringing you in 2020. At this page, you can click on “play” buttons to hear individual recordings of the articles read by their own reporters!

Arts & Cultures

UPDATED: Holiday Events to Enjoy During the Pandemic

By Sarah Spohn | December 23, 2020

Sarah Spohn brings an update about a virtual concert available for streaming, beginning today.

Arts & Cultures

Need a Great Last-Minute Holiday Gift Delivered in East Lansing?

By Alice Dreger | December 22, 2020

Purchase an autographed copy of Peter Sagal’s The Incomplete Book of Running. The purchase supports ELi’s Sustainability Campaign, and we can even get it delivered to East Lansing addresses by Christmas Eve!

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: East Lansing Institution Barrels Through Pandemic with Warm Food and Patio

By Christopher A. Wardell | December 22, 2020

Peanut Barrel is serving up its traditional fare and some new dishes and drinks. Christopher A. Wardell reports.

Arts & Cultures

Devoted Quilter Creates Thousands of Lifesaving Masks from Scraps

By Ann Kammerer | December 22, 2020

Dottie Hoopingarner has sewn nearly 2,000 masks during the pandemic. Ann Kammerer brings you this story after a reader first brought it to ELi’s attention.

Arts & Cultures

Stone from Biggby Coffee Shop Gets New Home

By Sarah Spohn | December 21, 2020

Sad to see the Biggby on Grand River Ave. close and later be demolished? Sarah Spohn tells us about the building’s afterlife.

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: Black Cat Bistro

By Ann Nichols | December 19, 2020

In this Ann About Town, Ann shares her love of Black Cat Bistro, reflecting on happy memories and delicious meals. Plus, she provides details on some wonderful deals!

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Crunchy’s

By Andrew Graham | December 18, 2020

Need a bucket of your favorite pub fare? Crunchy’s is still open and serving the community.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Constellation Cat Cafe

By Sarah Spohn | December 17, 2020

The cafe offers patrons a chance to interact with furry friends, enjoy some coffee and even pick up the perfect gift (or cat) for someone in their life. Sarah Spohn reports.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Mi Sushi & Noodles

By Sarah Spohn | December 17, 2020

Want to try a sushi burrito or volcano ramen? Sarah Spohn recommends you drop by Mi Sushi & Noodles then!

Arts & Cultures

Where are you doing your holiday shopping?

By Emily Joan Elliott | December 13, 2020

How can you use your gift-giving dollars to focus on saving local businesses and jobs. We ask some of our community members for advice.

Arts & Cultures

School Board to Vote on Reopening Plan, and Council on Corporate Tax Exemptions

By Andrew Graham | December 12, 2020

Along with School Board and City Council, there are meetings of Planning Commission, Arts Commission, Downtown Development Authority and Police Study Committee. Andrew Graham unpacks it.

Arts & Cultures

Pandemic Brings Band Together Despite Distance

By Sarah Spohn | December 11, 2020

Area band From Big Sur released its fifth album, recorded here in East Lansing, titled “Infinite Morning.” Sarah Spohn reports on the new album and how distance during the pandemic brought the band together.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Foods for Living

By Sarah Spohn | December 10, 2020

Foods for Living offers Michigan-made products and great Christmas gift ideas. Sarah Spohn reports.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Pizza House

By Ann Kammerer | December 9, 2020

Pizza House has always offered more than just pizza. The same is true during the pandemic. Ann Kammerer provides the details.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Action Board Shop Offers Adventure on Four Wheels

By Christopher A. Wardell | December 9, 2020

Always in motion? Pining for the outdoors? Christopher A. Wardell tells you how you can put that experience on wheels.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Grand Traverse Pie Company

By Sarah Spohn | December 9, 2020

Grand Traverse Pie Company believes in the power of pie. Pie means a celebration of traditions, family, and comfort food. Sarah Spohn tells how the celebration continues through the pandemic.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Ellison Brewing + Spirits

By Sarah Spohn | December 7, 2020

Need a cold brew or some cool merch? Check out Ellison Brewing + Spirits in East Lansing. Sarah Spohn reports on what they have to offer.

Spend Locally

Spend Locally: Los Tres Amigos

By Ann Kammerer | December 6, 2020

Los Tres Amigos is offering tasty dishes to-go for all, including vegetarian and vegan options and its signature margaritas.

Spend Locally

Spend Locally: Red Cedar Spirits

By Sarah Spohn | December 6, 2020

Red Cedar Spirits has your holly, your jolly, and all the spirits on the menu. Puns intended. Sarah Spohn explains.

Arts & Cultures

SBS Offers Lots of Fun Gift Options (Now at 30% Off)

By Emily Joan Elliott | December 5, 2020

Art supplies, delights for writers, stocking-stuffers, and Spartan-branded everything. That’s why SBS makes a surprisingly great option for gift shopping.

Arts & Cultures

Campbell’s Needs Us – and They Have Great Groceries AND Gifts

By Alice Dreger | December 5, 2020

Free delivery on all local grocery orders makes Campbell’s a great choice for staying safe and spending locally.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Moosejaw

By Alice Dreger | December 5, 2020

Gloves, hats, flannel shirts, long underwear, wool socks, backpacks, and way cool gear for social distancing . . . or camping. Find it all at Moosejaw in East Lansing.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Groovy Donuts

By Sarah Spohn | December 3, 2020

Have a sweet tooth? Sarah Spohn tells us about the grooviest place in town to fix that problem.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Foster Coffee Company

By Sarah Spohn | December 2, 2020

Foster Coffee Company prides itself on using local products. Sarah Spohn explains what the shop offers patrons and the community.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Pitaya

By Ann Kammerer | December 2, 2020

Looking for that perfect outfit or accessory? ELi’s Ann Kammerer tells you what you can find at Pitaya.

Spend Locally

Spend Locally: Blue Owl Coffee

By Sarah Spohn | November 30, 2020

Need a caffeine fix? ELi’s Sarah Spohn tells you what Blue Owl has to offer.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Saper Galleries and Custom Framing

By Sarah Spohn | November 30, 2020

Need to frame that favorite picture? Want unique art work from around the world? Find that and more at Saper Galleries and Custom Framing.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Flat, Black & Circular

By Christopher A. Wardell | November 30, 2020

Have a music lover in your life? Christopher A. Wardell tells us what you can for them find at Flat, Black & Circular.

Arts & Cultures

Spend Locally: Curious Book Shop and Archives Book Shop

By Sarah Spohn | November 29, 2020

Searching for a gift for the bookworm in your life? Sarah Spohn brings you details on two local used book shops.

Arts & Cultures

Footgear Is Closing After Four Decades in East Lansing

By Alice Dreger | November 28, 2020

“I’m from the working class, and when you grow up with working class people, they never think of retiring,” said Richard Liscombe, owner of Footgear. But then came the pandemic.

Spend Locally

Spend Locally: Wild Birds Unlimited

By Emily Elliott | November 28, 2020

Know someone who is tired of staring at a computer screen? Pick up some supplies from Wild Birds Unlimited to so they can observe some feathered fauna as they take a screen break.

Arts & Cultures

Arts Commission Concerned about Local Businesses and the Arts During Pandemic

By Heather Brothers | November 27, 2020

The Arts Commission heard presentations from some of those applying for Cultural Arts Grants and brainstormed ways to help local businesses. Heather Brothers reports.

Arts & Cultures

What Will You Do Friday?

By Emily Joan Elliott | November 25, 2020

Black Friday is this week and local small business owners are reconsidering what the day might look like in 2020.

Spend Locally

Ann About Town: A Little Fiber Art Therapy in Pandemic-Land

By Ann Nichols | November 23, 2020

In this Ann About Town, Ann explores what Seams and Woven Art – two local small businesses – have to offer. The answer: safe ways to buy a lot more than sewing and knitting supplies!

Arts & Cultures

Racism and Public Health, Falling Revenues, and More Coming to City Meetings This Week

By Emily Joan Elliott | November 15, 2020

Want to weigh in on cultural arts grants, a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis, money problems in Parks & Rec and in the parking system, and traffic on Highland Ave.? ELi’s Emily Joan Elliott tells you which East Lansing City meetings will cover what this week.

Arts & Cultures

Local History Hits the Road at MSU Broad

By Sarah Spohn | November 5, 2020

Hit the road without leaving East Lansing? ELi’s Sarah Spohn previews the MSU Broad’s new exhibit, “InterStates of Mind: Rewriting the Map of the United States in the Age of the Automobile.”

Arts & Cultures

Bailey Park Open to Public Again After Renovations

By Anaiis Rios-Kasoga | October 28, 2020

The park reopened on Friday, Oct. 23, following roughly three years of improvements. Anaiis Rios-Kasoga reports for ELi.

Arts & Cultures

How to Celebrate Halloween During the Pandemic

By Adan Tomas Quan | October 25, 2020

Want to celebrate Halloween while keeping safe during the pandemic? ELi’s Adan Tomas Quan provides you with some ideas (including a Glencairn parade) and safety precautions.

General News

A Brief News Update and Looking Ahead at Next Week

By Andrew Graham | October 24, 2020

ELi is following the happenings on game day and getting you prepped for the next week of meetings in ELPS and City of East Lansing government. Andrew Graham brings you up to speed.

Arts & Cultures

Local Musician Jonathan Townley Releases Debut Album

By Sarah Spohn | October 24, 2020

Local musician Jonathan Townley released his first album yesterday. Sarah Spohn tells us what inspired him and where to find his music.

Arts & Cultures

Multiple Public Art Projects Coming to East Lansing

By Heather Brothers | October 22, 2020

What images best represent East Lansing? The Arts Commission weighed in as they finalize plans for a “Greetings from East Lansing” mural and other public art projects. ELi’s Heather Brothers reports.

Arts & Cultures

Absolute Chamber Music Series Hosting Their First Virtual Concert Tomorrow

By Sarah Spohn | October 21, 2020

Live music brings people together, so what do you do when physical distancing is a necessity? ELi’s Sarah Spohn reports.

Arts & Cultures

No More Slack for Those East Lansing Bars That Have Violated Orders

By Andrew Graham | October 2, 2020

Last weekend, four bars were observed by ELPD and officials from the Ingham County Health Department possibly breaking Covid-19 public health orders. No citations were issues. Read on to find out why.

Arts & Cultures

Singing the Blues, Live But Socially-Distanced

By Sarah Spohn | September 22, 2020

Looking to hear some live music? The Coffeehouse at All Saints provides you with some options: in-person while socially distanced and online.

Arts & Cultures

“Parklets” and Outdoor Art Installations Coming to Downtown East Lansing

By Heather Brothers | September 21, 2020

Winter is just around the corner, but the Arts Commission is looking to engage residents outdoors in the colder months. Find out what’s in store.

Arts & Cultures

RetroDuck Launches Retro T-Shirt Line to Support Local Businesses

By Sarah Spohn | September 11, 2020

Luke Hackney of RetroDuck has launched a new retro T-shirt line to promote pride in East Lansing while supporting local businesses and nonprofits. ELi’s Sarah Spohn provides the details.

Arts & Cultures

Local “Voices” YouTube Series Features Perspectives from Marginalized Community Members

By Sarah Spohn | September 2, 2020

A new take on the old coffee house favorite: the open mic. Sarah Spohn brings us the story.

Schools

The ELHS Band Keeps Marching On

By Adan Tomas Quan | August 31, 2020

How does the show go on during a pandemic for the ELHS Trojan Marching Band? ELi Summer Youth Journalism Program graduate Adan Quan brings us the story.

Arts & Cultures

Last Day to Register for Broad Art Lab Embroidery Workshop

By Sarah Spohn | August 30, 2020

Sign up to have all the virtual workshop materials delivered to your door from the MSU Broad Art Lab.

Arts & Cultures

Prime Time Seniors Staying Connected During Pandemic

By Ann Kammerer | August 15, 2020

“We’ve always including reducing isolation and loneliness among the older population in our annual goals,” Prime Time Seniors Director Kelly Arndt told ELi’s Ann Kammerer. “The pandemic really pushed it to the forefront.”

Arts & Cultures

NPR’s Fresh Air Talks about ELi as a Local News Model

By Alice Dreger | August 4, 2020

ELi readers are excited to hear our work mentioned on Fresh Air this week. Want to know the backstory?

Arts & Cultures

After Two Years, Georgio’s Gourmet Pizza is Back on Grand River Avenue

By Sarah Spohn | August 2, 2020

After months of delay, Georgio’s Gourmet Pizza will reopen a location on Grand River Ave. on Tuesday, Aug. 4. ELi’s Sarah Spohn brings the story.

Arts & Cultures

Hand Sanitizer and Outdoor Seating: How Ellison Brewing and Red Cedar Spirits Have Adapted during the Pandemic

By Sarah Spohn | July 23, 2020

From expanding outdoor seating to making hand sanitizer, ELi’s Sarah Spohn describes how two local spots are contending with COVID-19.

Arts & Cultures

Splash of Color Reopens With Plethora of New Safety Procedures

By Sarah Spohn | July 19, 2020

Splash of Color Tattoo & Piercing Studio has reopened. Sarah Spohn gives the details on the massive studio overhaul, new appointment protocol, investment in PPE, and why they’re happy to be back.

Arts & Cultures

Haven House Receives $14K in Donations, But Needs More to Keep Helping Families

By Sarah Spohn | July 18, 2020

Haven House received a donation exceeding $14,000 from Buddy’s Pizza grand opening in Lansing. ELi’s Sarah Spohn reports how Haven House is using the donation to help families.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing May Consider Regulation of Grubhub, Uber Eats, Other Food Delivery Services

By Andrew Graham | July 12, 2020

Could municipal regulation of food delivery services help local restaurants survive?

Arts & Cultures

The View of Our Downtown Barbers

By Aaron Applebey | July 12, 2020

East Lansing’s downtown barbers are working to keep it all safe. “I lost some family due to COVID-19,” one local barbershop employee tells ELi’s Aaron Applebey. “It’s definitely been an eye-opener.”

Arts & Cultures

Library Eliminates Fines, Aiming for Equity and Accessibility

By Amalia Medina | July 11, 2020

The East Lansing Public Library has a new fine-free policy, eliminating fines for late returns. ELi’s Amalia Medina explains the new policy’s philosophy and practice.

Government

Disability Rights Milestone to be Celebrated by Human Relations Commission

By Emily Joan Elliott | July 7, 2020

The HRC is also working on advocating for people with Down Syndrome who may be denied organ transplants on the basis of having a developmental disability.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Restaurants and Bars Prioritize Safety in Response to Harper’s Outbreak

By Aaron Applebey | June 30, 2020

Managers of East Lansing restaurants and bars tell ELi they’re doing what they can to keep their employees and customers safe.

Arts & Cultures

Longtime East Lansing Record Store’s Re-Opening Brings Relief and Joy

By Christopher A. Wardell | June 28, 2020

Beloved East Lansing record store Flat, Black & Circular has reopened and is bringing relief and joy with fresh tunes. Chris Wardell brings the story of what’s been happening.

Arts & Cultures

Income Tax and Other Sources Being Used to Improve East Lansing Parks

By Emily Joan Elliott | June 26, 2020

In the midst of plunging public revenues, East Lansing Parks & Rec is moving forward with various projects by pulling together funds from various sources. ELi’s Emily Joan Elliott reports.

Arts & Cultures

Traveling Artist to Paint Mural in Downtown East Lansing

By Aaron Applebey | June 25, 2020

Aaron Applebey brings ELi readers the news of muralist, street artist, illustrator, and self-identified doodle dame Laura Asta coming to East Lansing.

Arts & Cultures

High Caliber Karting Art Contest Enters Voting Stage

By Sarah Spohn | June 24, 2020

Now’s your chance to take a break from everything and cast your vote in an art contest sponsored by a local business.

Arts & Cultures

Adopted and Foster Pets Bring Comfort and Companionship During Time of Coronavirus

By Ann Kammerer | June 20, 2020

Some local residents used the recent time at home to bring new pets into their families. ELi’s Ann Kammerer brings the story of three pet adoptions.

Arts & Cultures

Many East Lansing Businesses Are Back Open (and Need Customers to Survive)

By Amalia Medina | June 17, 2020

The weather is beautiful for strolling downtown, and lots of businesses are back open. ELi’s Amalia Medina reports.

Arts & Cultures

Virtual Poet Event to Raise Funds for Local Refugee Shelter

By Sarah Spohn | June 17, 2020

This Thursday night, “Where I’m From,” a virtual poetry event open to all, is raising funds to aid refugees in the local community. ELi’s Sarah Spohn provides the details.

Arts & Cultures

Farmers Market Open Today 10 am – 2 pm

By Alice Dreger | June 14, 2020

What delights can you expect to find at the market on this beautiful day in East Lansing?

Arts & Cultures

Albert Ave. Converted to Outdoor Dine-and-Drink Space

By Alice Dreger | June 12, 2020

Tables will be available 11 am to 10 pm for people who want to sit and enjoy food and drink purchased from restaurants within a 3-block radius.

Arts & Cultures

DDA Debates How to Balance Safety with Downtown Business Revival

By Emily Joan Elliott | June 12, 2020

The DDA supported the idea of live entertainment downtown geared towards families with kids. They also discussed the issue of noise coming from some bars.

Arts & Cultures

Little Local Joys: Friendship Grows In a Backyard Garden

By Ann Kammerer | June 9, 2020

Joe Natoli and Greg Bonito share a garden in the Oakwood neighborhood of East Lansing. There, the friendship grows.

Arts & Cultures

The Farmers Market Opens Sunday, Pandemic Style. Here’s What to Expect.

By Alice Dreger | June 5, 2020

Expect fresh eggs, bread, herbs, spring onions, rhubarb, honey, syrup, greens, cheeses and meat, mushrooms, jams, fermentations, and more.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Public Library to Purchase Outdoor Lockers for Contactless Pickup, Making Plans for Reopening

By Emily Joan Elliott | June 5, 2020

Outdoor lockers will help with 24/7 contactless delivery. What else will be changing at the library?

Arts & Cultures

Little Local Joys: The Puzzle Exchange

By Ann Kammerer | May 28, 2020

“We didn’t realize how much puzzles were in demand until we needed more.”

Arts & Cultures

Foster Coffee Reopens on East Lansing’s Albert Ave.

By Sarah Spohn | May 26, 2020

ELi’s Sarah Spohn talks with Foster Coffee co-owner Nicholas Pidek about how that company is managing reopening.

Arts & Cultures

Little Local Joys: The Fairy Gardens of East Lansing

By Ann Kammerer | May 23, 2020

They’re popping up all over the place. What might you find if you crouch down and look closely?

Arts & Cultures

Little Local Joys: Modern Meets Medieval in Basement Build

By Ann Kammerer | May 21, 2020

In our continuing series on small joys during the stay-at-home orders, we bring you the story of one teenager’s basement quest to build a pipe organ from scratch.

Arts & Cultures

Greatly Expanded Outdoor Dining and Free Parking Aimed at Luring People to Downtown East Lansing

By Chris Gray | May 20, 2020

As long as the state presents no barriers and the weather cooperates, the culture of drinking and dining in East Lansing will change for at least a few months.

Arts & Cultures

Get Ready for More Outdoor Dining, East Lansing

By Chris Gray | May 18, 2020

City staff are looking into ways to enable people to enjoy food and drink (including beer and wine) from local restaurants outside, in public spaces set up with picnic tables.

General News

Hey, 517! Playmakers Has a Run/Walk for Just for Us

By Alice Dreger | May 15, 2020

Marcy Gillespie Kinzer of the Playmakers team updates us on the store’s “fit at home” and virtual injury clinic help. And this Sunday, you can move to share the 517 love.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Art Festival Goes Virtual for the First Time in 57 Years

By Sarah Spohn | May 14, 2020

While it won’t be the same without the 3-D strolling experience, the show will go on for the East Lansing Art Festival.

Arts & Cultures

Council Members Waive $90K in Fees for Bars and Restaurants, But Some Want More Control

By Alice Dreger | May 11, 2020

What’s fair to charge bars and restaurants in East Lansing? And should liquor licenses be more heavily regulated here?

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: Campbell’s for Groceries

By Ann Nichols | May 8, 2020

“It is really the grocery store in East Lansing that many of us have wanted for years. The owners are local, the service is excellent.”

Arts & Cultures

Farmers Market Will Open June 7 With New Health Precautions

By Mark Meyer | May 6, 2020

This year’s market will look a lot different, but will still open on June 7 and run on Sundays in Valley Court Park.

Arts & Cultures

How to Best Support Our Local Coffee Shops, Bakeries, and Restaurants

By Sarah Spohn | May 5, 2020

Here’s how you can help keep your favorite East Lansing-area coffee shops, restaurants, and bakeries alive!

Little Joys

Little Local Joys: Silly Walks Zone

By Ann Kammerer | April 29, 2020

Kit Carlson describes herself as “a total Monty Python fan” and someone in need of a little fun. Who isn’t?

Arts & Cultures

Van Atta’s Nursery and Hammond Farms Reopen with Precautions

By Mark Meyer | April 29, 2020

Customers can come back to Van Atta’s starting today, and can call Hammond Farms for delivery. Here’s what you need to keep in mind.

Arts & Cultures

Council Member Gregg Pushes for Opening Farmers Market in June

By Mark Meyer | April 24, 2020

City staff are looking into whether East Lansing’s market could follow the style of the Allen neighborhood market in Lansing.

Arts & Cultures

Bar and Restaurant Owners Group Helps School District Solve Lunch Debt

By Mark Meyer | April 24, 2020

When the Responsible Hospitality Council learned of the ELPS need, its members quickly took action.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Jazz Festival Is Cancelled, and Art Festival Will Provide Virtual Fare

By Mark Meyer | April 22, 2020

East Lansing’s Summer Solstice Jazz Festival has been added to list of coronavirus casualties.

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: Harvest Boxes and Family Meals from Red Haven

By Ann Nichols | April 21, 2020

In her latest column, Ann Nichols explores the cooking options enabled by one farm-to-table restaurant’s inventive approach.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Library Teen Programming Continues in Online Format

By Sarah Spohn | April 21, 2020

East Lansing Library Teen Services Specialist Beth Scanlon is not letting the pandemic get in the way of her work supporting area youth.

Arts & Cultures

Library Trustees Looking at Declining Revenue, Increasing Needs

By Emily Joan Elliott | April 21, 2020

Trustees of the East Lansing Public Library met to talk about the tough times now and the tough times ahead.

Arts & Cultures

High Caliber Karting Expansion Inspires Community Art Contest

By Sarah Spohn | April 20, 2020

Love working with paint, carving, vinyl decal, wood burning, stain, or some other application? Apply now to participate in an art contest being held by High Caliber Karting.

Arts & Cultures

Sundance Jewelers’ Attempt to Reach Customers Is Blocked at Worst Time

By Mark Meyer | April 17, 2020

Bad time to have a communication to loyal customers go to spam! But Audrey Yonkus shares beautiful photos with ELi.

Arts & Cultures

Local Interfaith Clergy Group Providing Outreach Service This Thursday

By Anaiis Rios-Kasoga | April 14, 2020

Rev. Jennifer Tafel says the idea for the local interfaith service, centered on “hope,” came from a community member.

Arts & Cultures

Little Local Joys: The Ephemerals in Bloom

By Ann Kammerer | April 10, 2020

“All that’s been perfected over a billion years is right in your own backyard,” says Peter Carrington, the curator of Beal Garden.

General News

Eleven Thousand Masks Later, the Requests Haven’t Stopped

By Sarah Spohn | April 10, 2020

The need and the challenges are high, but this ever-growing community of sewists keeps making masks, headbands, gowns, and more.

Arts & Cultures

Drop-In on Blue Owl’s Mic Drop Tonight – Digitally!

By Sarah Spohn | April 8, 2020

Good news: you can continue to enjoy the work of local artists who gather around Blue Owl Coffee’s open mic night. And if you are an artist, you can join in.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing’s Library Has Treasure Trove Online, Open to All

By Chris Gray | April 8, 2020

The East Lansing Public Library’s doors are closed but its online treasure chest is open! Find out what’s available and how things are going financially.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Art Festival Cancelled, as State of Emergency Extended To April 30

By Mark Meyer | April 4, 2020

The City of East Lansing has issued a new list of cancellations and closures, including the 2020 Art Festival, the 2020 Aquatic Center season, and the softball and soccer complexes. Mark Meyer files this report for ELi.

Arts & Cultures

ELHS Black Student Union Promotes Fellowship

By Anaiis Rios-Kasoga | April 1, 2020

ELi’s Anaiis Rios-Kasoga reports on what the Black Student Union at East Lansing High School has been doing to promote self-love, insight, and community.

Arts & Cultures

A Little Joy from Afar: A Note from the Family of Charlie Kang

By Yuni Yi | March 31, 2020

Last week’s “Ann About Town” column on Charlie Kang’s brought a heartwarming letter from Mr. Kang’s daughter, Yuni Yi. We share her note with you.

Arts & Cultures

Threat of Coronavirus Forces Peace Corps Volunteer to Leave Dominican Republic

By Amalia Medina | March 31, 2020

Caitlin Hegg is concerned about the community she left behind two weeks ago when Peace Corps officials told her she had to return to the U.S. Amalia Medina files this report for ELi.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Couple Share View of Pandemic from Taiwan

By Christopher A. Wardell | March 29, 2020

Smitty Smith, known to folks in East Lansing from the Pump House Concert series, shares a view of the pandemic from Taiwan, where he currently resides with his wife.

Little Joys

Little Local Joys: My Aunt’s 100th Birthday

By Coleen Karakitsos of the Whitehills Neighborhood | March 27, 2020

A milestone in life amid emergency conditions: a time to celebrate, albeit a bit more quietly.

Ann About Town

Ann (Not) About Town: Charlie Kang’s, ‘A Truly Local Old Standby’

By Ann Nichols | March 26, 2020

When sheltering in place and staying safe, one must rely on the tried-and-true. For ELi’s Ann Nichols, that means a hearty helping of Korean and Chinese cuisine delivered from Charlie Kang’s.

Little Joys

Stories of Joy. Tales of Hope. We Want Yours.

By Ann Kammerer | March 25, 2020

What’s keeping you positive during the pandemic? We want your little stories of joy, hope, and kindness.

Little Joys

Little Local Joys: My Milk Door

By Laura of the Bailey (Neighborhood) | March 25, 2020

A milk door in the Bailey neighborhood brings a resident joy — and now candles from Massage and Wellness, too!

General News

Volunteer Local Crafters Hard at Work Sewing Masks

By Sarah Spohn | March 21, 2020

Organizer Jessy Gregg calls this community of sewing volunteer ‘crisis crafters.’ They are now making fabric masks to help with the worsening COVID-19 crisis. ELi’s Sarah Spohn reports.

Arts & Cultures
basket of chalk

Break Out the Chalk, Take a Walk and Reconnect (at a Safe Distance, Of Course)

By Amalia Medina | March 21, 2020

A virtual group effort is creating a community healing event for the whole family. Amalia Medina files this report for ELi.

Arts & Cultures

East Lansing Neighbors Are Crowdsourcing Take-Out/Delivery Info to Help Restaurants

By Natalie Rose | March 16, 2020

There’s a new resource to help people in East Lansing figure out which restaurants are doing take-out and delivery. ELi’s Natalie Rose reports.

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: Woven Art

By Ann Nichols | May 22, 2018

Eli’s Ann Nichols has a yarn for you about a fiber arts store in East Lansing, and what makes it a community-within-a-community.

Ann About Town

Ann About Town: El Oasis

By Ann Nichols | June 30, 2016

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11Study Committee - Independent Police Oversight Commission at 6:00 pm
ELPS School Board at 7:00 pm
12City Council Discussion Only at 7:00 pm
Listen & Learn: Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at 7:00 pm
13DDA Public Policy and Market Development at 1:30 pm
Planning Commission Meeting and Public Hearing at 7:00 pm
14A Webinar of Practical Skills Non-Violent Tools for Everyday from 7:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Sponsored by East Lansing Education Foundation
15Forum: What Happened at the Capitol? at 12:00 am
Join faculty from the Department of Political Science at Michigan State University as we seek to understand the events and violence of January 6 and help our community navigate contrasting claims of what these events represent and mean for the future of U.S. democracy.
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18Mid-Michigan MLK Commission Day of Commemoration at 7:00 pm
Dr. Bernice King, daughter of MLK, and Elaine Hardy will appear for an hour-long event on WILX TV 10
19Risk Limit Audit for the General Elections at 9:00 am
DMB Marketing Committee at 4:00 pm
City Council Meeting at 7:00 pm
20Library Board of Trustees Meeting at 4:30 pm
Parks and Rec Meeting at 7:00 pm
21EL-Meridian Water/Sewer Meeting at 7:30 am
DDA Executive and Finance Committee at 11:00 am
DDA Project and Infrastructure Committee at 12:00 pm
ELPS School Board Finance Committee at 2:00 pm
Arts Commission at 5:30 pm
ELPS School Board Mental Health Advisory Committee at 6:00 pm
ELPS School Board Sex Ed Advisory Committee at 6:30 pm
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25Study Committee - Independent Police Oversight Commission at 6:00 pm
ELPS School Board at 7:00 pm
26 27Planning Commission at 7:00 pm
28Downtown Development Authority at 12:00 pm
Brownfield Redevelopment Authority at 1:00 pm
29Downtown Management Board at 1:00 pm
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