Farewell from ELi Founder Alice Dreger
A long look back at ELi – and bright hopes for the future – from founder Alice Dreger.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
City Hall to be Moved?
The city will seek proposals for a new building to relocate city hall to, a site to construct a new city hall or renovations to improve the current site.
Grove Street Housing Proposal Back in Front of Council
Council held a public hearing on a rezoning request from Hagan Realty.
ELPD Cracks “Grandparents Scam”
The victim of the scheme received a call from an individual posing as her distressed 16-year-old granddaughter.
Graffiti at MAC May Have Referenced UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting, Spurs Enhanced Security
Meridian Township police are investigating the graffiti.
Interim Police Chief Chad Pride Steps Down, Jen Brown Fills Role
New ELPD Interim Chief Jen Brown has served as a deputy chief for the department since December 2023.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Homelessness, Ceasefire Resolution and Fix to Behavioral Problems at the Library Discussed by HRC
The HRC discussed the possibility of East Lansing purchasing pods to temporarily house people, a move that would mirror recent action by the Lansing City Council.
Enjoy “A Taste of Folk Festival” Today Through Sunday
It’s been eight years since the Great Lakes Folk Festival brought nearly 80,000 people to the downtown streets of East Lansing for a weekend of live music and culture. But the popular community event – or at least a smaller version of it – is back. From Thursday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Aug 10, the…
Valley Court Park to Get Major Makeover with New Amenities and Design
A plan approved by City Council includes putting an amphitheater, restroom building and more in the park.
East Lansing Faces Lasting Impact from City Staff Turnover
With key departments still led by interim directors and institutional knowledge lost, city leaders work to stabilize staffing and restore momentum.
From Curious Beginners to Seasoned Spotters, East Lansing Birders Club Soars in Popularity
The Birders Club draws nearly 40 members each meeting, making it one of the library’s more popular programs.