Live News Updates for Oct. 16-22
ELi Now is a column from the East Lansing Info reporting and editorial staff, created as a space to provide live updates of East Lansing news. Current top story: City is looking to pull the license for Spin scooters.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Ebersole Singh Runs Way Ahead of Pack; Meadows, Altmann to Return to Council
In unofficial results from Tuesday’s election, Dan Bollman narrowly missed out on the third slot. Noel Garcia finished fifth, Joshua Ramirez-Roberts was sixth, Rebecca Kasen seventh and Chris Wardell eighth.
Special Council Meeting: Assertion Charter Was Violated Found to be Without Merit, City Attorney Will Settle Two Lawsuits
The agenda for the Thursday meeting was added to the city calendar on Wednesday.
Mysteriously Delivered Packet Tells Story of City Raises and Promotions
Councilmember George Brookover expressed discomfort with the actions taken by the outgoing interim city manager. Randy Talifarro, the new city manager and finance director respond.
Everything You Need to Know Ahead of Tuesday’s City Council Elections
Here’s a roundup of ELi’s election coverage leading up to the polls opening throughout the City of East Lansing on Nov. 7.
Campaign Expenses Reveal Big Differences in Resources Available to Candidates
ELi analyzes and breaks down financial records from the Ingham County Clerk.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Secontine’s Investigation to be Released
The East Lansing City Council voted to release investigator Randall Secontine’s report at its Feb. 20 meeting.
MacDonald Middle Schooler Cayla Hawkins is Already Breaking Records
MacDonald Middle School student Cayla Hawkins set a new state record in the 400-meter race.
Love Brunch? Join Brunch & Bubbly Event Hosted by Lansing 5:01
Early bird tickets can be purchased through Friday. Attendance numbers are capped, so organizers recommend purchasing ahead.
Book Vending Machine Project Meant to Boost Reading Literacy
Kiwanis Club of East Lansing and WKAR met to discuss and plan strategies to increase young people’s love of reading.
Counselor Guides Students On Post-Graduation Path
MSU graduate, Chloe Wolma, is spending her gap year working with ELHS students to find their way after high school.