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
East Lansing Council Race Kicks Into High Gear With Absentee Ballots Out this Week
Candidates have distributed lawn signs and are sending out mailers, as they look to get a pitch to voters who will cast their ballot early.
DDA Announces Sale of Long-Held Evergreen Properties
Interest and principal payments on the Evergreen Avenue properties have been a significant drain on the DDA’s budget since the land was purchased in 2009.
Meet Mr. East Lansing
Matt Apostle’s work as the city’s community and economic develpment specialist requires he work with almost every corner of the community.
Calls for Transparency Clash with Safety Concerns in East Lansing Police Oversight Debate
Proposed changes to the police oversight commission have sparked debate over transparency, public safety and accountability ahead of a crucial City Council vote.
Council Votes to Give Rate Increase to Labor Attorney; Refers Charter Committee’s Recommendations to Attorney
The city reached a new contract with its labor counsel just months ago. But after every lawyer in the firm’s labor department left, council voted to approve a new contract at roughly double the rate.
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.