Voters Approve $23.5 Million School Bond
With over 4,600 votes cast, more than two-thirds of voters approved of the bond proposal.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
ELPS Board, Teachers to Consider Later School Start Times During Contract Negotiations
Currently, school start times in the district range from 7:45 a.m. in the high school to 8:45 a.m. in elementary schools.
“First Amendment Audit” of ELPD Draws Widespread Attention Online
A “First Amendment Auditor” films police officers and other government employees to audit their reaction to minor disturbances.
Council Considers New Pizza Restaurant Downtown, Saves BWL Lawsuit Talk for Closed-Session
Council opted to not publicly discuss the Michigan Supreme Court ruling against the city, instead talking about the suit in closed-session.
East Lansing Loses BWL Franchise Fee Lawsuit
The court found East Lansing issued a “disguised tax” through BWL bills.
MSU DEI, Research in Waiting Place; East Lansing Officials Vow to Keep Programs in Place
Executive Orders targeting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs have impacted work on the Michigan State University campus.
IN THE COMMUNITY
ELi is Searching for a New Executive Director
We’re looking for someone to help lead ELi during an exciting period of growth.
ELHS Girls Tennis Team Secures Success Through Togetherness
The ELHS girls tennis team captured its third straight regional championship this season.
East Lansing Mayor George Brookover Will Not Seek Reelection
Brookover will step down after serving four years on City Council – two as mayor.
New Mural Showcases Wonderful Woes of Technology in Grove Street Parking Garage
The mural titled “Vicarious Causation,” is a reflection on the “fickle Gods” of technology.
Pizza Shop, FieldHouse Expansion Rejected by Council; Meijer Pitches a New Gas Station
Council held a public hearing for a gas station proposed for the corner of Abbot Road and Lake Lansing Road.