Grammy-Winning Artists and ‘The Late Night Show’ Talent to Take Stage at Summer Solstice Jazz Festival
The two-day festival will be held Friday, June 21 and Saturday, June 22 and is expected to bring about 7,000 people to downtown East Lansing.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Checking in With the Charter Review Committee
So far, the committee has recommended 19 changes to East Lansing’s guiding document.
ELPL Board Approves Budget Recommendation
Despite revenue from the property tax growing at a lower rate than past years, ELPL is projected to carry a healthy budget in FY26.
Divide Between ELPD, Police Oversight Commission on Display at March Meeting
Interim Police Chief Jen Brown asserted that some members of ELIPOC “hate cops” at the March 5 meeting.
Community Invited to Get Creative, Find Personal Connections, Enter MLK Art Contest
Submissions for the contest are being accepted through April 13.
View the Scenes of Celebration After ELHS Basketball Wins State Title and Read Mayor George Brookover’s Letter to the Team
“Your effort, hard work, spirit and teamwork are an example to our entire City. When we do things together, good things can often happen,” Brookover wrote in a letter to the ELHS boys basketball team.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Homelessness, Ceasefire Resolution and Fix to Behavioral Problems at the Library Discussed by HRC
The HRC discussed the possibility of East Lansing purchasing pods to temporarily house people, a move that would mirror recent action by the Lansing City Council.
Enjoy “A Taste of Folk Festival” Today Through Sunday
It’s been eight years since the Great Lakes Folk Festival brought nearly 80,000 people to the downtown streets of East Lansing for a weekend of live music and culture. But the popular community event – or at least a smaller version of it – is back. From Thursday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug 10, the…
Valley Court Park to Get Major Makeover with New Amenities and Design
A plan approved by City Council includes putting an amphitheater, restroom building and more in the park.
East Lansing Faces Lasting Impact from City Staff Turnover
With key departments still led by interim directors and institutional knowledge lost, city leaders work to stabilize staffing and restore momentum.
From Curious Beginners to Seasoned Spotters, East Lansing Birders Club Soars in Popularity
The Birders Club draws nearly 40 members each meeting, making it one of the library’s more popular programs.