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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Residents, Environmental Groups Concerned about Proposed BWL Plant
BWL claims it is working towards a cleaner portfolio for energy production. Environmentalists question why the company is proposing a fossil fuel-based facility.
Planning Commission Recommends Gas Station, Not B&B Rezoning
A plan to replace a gas station and convenience store on the corner of Abbot Road and Saginaw Street will go back to City Council with the Planning Commission’s approval.
Police, DPW and More Give Budget Presentations
City staff returned for the second straight week to present on budget requests, Tuesday, April 23.
All Saints Episcopal Church Rev. Kit Carlson Retiring
Rev. Kit Carlson has served as rector at All Saints Episcopal Church since 2007.
Annette Irwin: East Lansing’s Leslie Knope?
Planning, Building and Development Director Annette Irwin still carries the reputation of a “Worker Bee” even after 27 years of service to the city.
IN THE COMMUNITY
ELi introduces East Lansing Holiday Lights Contest
Nominate community members with the best light displays by Sunday, Dec. 15. After that, readers will get a chance to vote on their favorites.
DDA Recommends New Pizza Restaurant Downtown, Hears Feedback on Albert El Fresco
The company proposing the new pizza shop hopes it can provide a “decent meal at a decent price” to students between classes and workers on lunch break.
New Business ‘The Local Epicurean’ Brings Specialty Food Market, Italian Cooking Classes
Cooking classes will be offered to aspiring chefs at various skill levels.
New Nigerian Restaurant to Host African Farmers Market
Handie opened this fall in downtown East Lansing. Sunday, Nov. 24 the fast-casual Nigerian restaurant will host an African Farmers Market from noon to 4 p.m.
City Council Passes Building Incentives System, Picks Firm to Lead Search For New Police Chief
Council hopes the incentive system brings environmentally friendly buildings and affordable units.