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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Delivery Drivers and Downtown Parking Continue to be at Odds
The fast pace that delivery drivers move in and out of illegal parking locations makes it difficult for the city to enforce parking rules.
Two County Millages on August Ballot
The millages up for renewal at the August Primary Election provide funding for essential services to older residents and health care services for low income residents.
University Lutheran Church to Host Community Concerts
The performances will take place the first three Sundays of August.
Advance Peace Will Work to Reduce Gun Violence in East Lansing
The Advance Peace program will work directly with East Lansing residents most at risk of being involved in gun violence.
Only One Candidate Has Applied to Run for School Board, as Filing Deadline Approaches
The filing deadline is July 23 and four school board seats will be up for grabs in November’s election.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Planning Moves Forward for Possible 2025 Folk Festival
The Folk Festival Study Committee has provided an early glimpse at what a 2025 festival may look like.
Technical Mishap Puts Scare Into Whitehills Elementary Staff, Prompts Fixes to ELPS Emergency Preparedness
The incident occurred during a professional development day, when students were not on site.
A Home for the Dicksons
David Dickson, Michigan State College’s first Black faculty member, resided in the city in a time marked by racist housing policies.
Doctor Raised in EL Travels to Gaza to Care for War Victims
Dr. Omar Malas traveled to aid Palestinians in Northern Gaza, an area hit hardest during the war between Israel and Hamas.
City Accepts Settlement in Lawsuit Stemming From Denied Insurance Claim
The city accepted a $185,000 settlement after initially seeking more than $825,000.