Live News Updates for Oct. 9-15
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: Fiber to Fashion Festival is Saturday downtown.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
ELi Facebook Page is Down
The staff is working diligently to fix the problem ASAP.
Youth Pursue Education While Experiencing Homelessness
Last school year, 41 ELPS students experienced homelessness. School staff works to ensure students experiencing homelessness have the tools necessary to meet their academic potential.
Brookover Negotiates EV Charger at Car Wash; Gas Station and B&B Proposals Rejected
City Council heard another statement condemning the election of Singh as mayor pro tem over Watson.
Council Attempts to Outline Ambitions for 2024-2025 Term
The last two city departments presented their priorities, while the strategic planning process was met with some resistance.
Council Holds Three Public Hearings, Defers Decisions
The proposals for a car wash, bed and breakfast, and new gas station are on Tuesday’s City Council meeting agenda.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Drastic Stormwater Management Measures? BWL to Explain Rate Increases? Folk Fest Returning? Questions Emerge from Council Meeting
At its Sept. 17 meeting, City Council voted to accept a property donation on Cresenwood Road to be used as a park or green space.
Local Organization Celebrates Raising $1 Million in Charitable Donations
After starting with 41 members in 2010, Greater Lansing 100+ Women Who Care has grown to around 200 members strong.
ELHS Volleyball Team Looks to Continue Strong Start to the Season
Coach Heather Stanley is optimistic about this year’s team.
Library Roundup: Updates from the Latest Board Meeting and Director Kevin King
ELPL is moving forward with its Strategic Planning Process that engaged more than 1,000 residents.
Council Approves Motel, Calls Out BWL Rate Increases
BWL will increase its rates at the start of October.