Local Business Owner Comes to Aid of East Lansing Family Hurt by Theft
When Minh Nguyen and Mina Pham discovered that their son’s wagon had been stolen from their East Lansing apartment, it meant more than the loss of a plaything. For the small family trying to make ends meet on Nguyen’s post-doctoral student salary from Michigan State University, it was a lifeline. “We don’t have a car…
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
East Lansing DDA Hears Proposals for Social District, to Repeal Parts of Pretextual Stop Ordinance and More
Police Chief Jen Brown shared the suggestions from a work group assigned with addressing issues in downtown East Lansing.
East Lansing Sued for Police Brutality, Misleading Press Release
The City of East Lansing, ELPD Chief Jen Brown and an ELPD officer are all named in the lawsuits.
Farmers Markets Offer Relief With Federal Food Assistance in Limbo
While SNAP benefits remain in limbo, food assistance is available at local farmers markets.
ELPS Board Hears Presentation on Preliminary Audit
An audit showed ELPS improved its net financial position last fiscal year.
An East Lansing Resident’s Advocacy has Brought Greater Accessibility Awareness to Local Government
Alexander “Zander” Bowles is a regular at East Lansing City Council meetings and has given advice on how to make city facilities more accessible.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Council Roundup: East Lansing Turns Attention to Loud Cars, Hires a Communications Coach for its Police Chief at Busy Meeting
Council also appointed members to serve on a financial health review team.
East Lansing Makers: The Wreath Lady
East Lansing resident Kate Powers’ front door is marked by seasonal wreaths she creates herself.
Snow-Covered Sidewalks Can Leave East Lansing Residents With Disabilities Facing Barriers and Fines
With a snow storm last night large enough to cancel school for East Lansing Public School students, remember to shovel the sidewalks near your home.
East Lansing Insider Podcast: A Conversation With City Rescue Mission
City Mission Community Outreach Director Laura Grimwood speaks about the organizations shelter and food programs, and trends with the unhoused population.
East Lansing’s Winter Fest to Feature Winter Olympics Style Games, Crafts, Market, Ice Carvings and More
Winter Fest will take place on Saturday, and feature ice block carving, a winter farmers market and much more.