It’s Not Just You, Mosquitoes Are Getting Worse
A warmer, wetter climate has brought more mosquitoes.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
DDA Recommends Point System to Encourage Green Building Practices, Affordable Housing
If the system is eventually approved by council, developers could spend points to bypass council approval that is usually needed for special use permits to add height to buildings or reduce the minimum lot size requirement.
Charter Review Committee Holds First Meeting
The committee started its year-long review of the city charter at a Thursday, Aug. 22 meeting.
Aging population Finds an Ally in East Lansing Prime Time Seniors LGBTQ+ Programming
The Prime Time Seniors Program is helping older members of the LGBTQ+ community face the unique challenges they face.
EL Hosting Events to Address Climate Change’s Impact on Older Residents
The series of events includes a talk with author Danielle Arigoni, followed by a community discussion and a community planning workshop.
City Officials Taking Feedback About Flooding at Aug. 15 Event
A June storm brought 3-4 inches of rain and a July storm brought upwards of 7 inches. Both storms brought widespread flooding in East Lansing.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Council Approves Motel, Calls Out BWL Rate Increases
BWL will increase its rates at the start of October.
ELHS Boys Soccer Team Looks to New Goal Scorers to Continue Recent Run of Success
The Trojans will look to capture a fourth consecutive CAAC-Blue title.
ELHS Girls Swim Team Dives Into New Season
Despite being down several swimmers, the ELHS Trojans girls swim team took home first place at the Holt Invitational.
ELHS Boys Tennis Team Looks to Build on Last Season’s Success
The Trojans boys tennis team lost some key contributors from last year’s team that earned its way into the state tournament, but returning players are ready to step up.
City Officials Search for Answers to Flooding at Community Listening Session
The city is looking to identify all factors contributing to widespread flooding in recent years.