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
School Bond Will Go Before Voters in May
If approved, the “safety, security, accessibility bond” will go toward improvements at ELHS and MMS as well as a new central office building.
Events, Resources Available as Community Remembers Shooting
MSU and East Lansing are joining together to provide support as everyone continues to process the Feb. 13, 2023, tragedy. Luminary kits are available today for one event planned for Tuesday.
Council Tackles Variety of Issues in Tuesday Meeting
Glencairn rental restriction overlay public hearing set, rejected projects discussed and minutes of Nov. 2 special meeting finally approved during 90-minute session.
Q&A With Environmental Specialist Cliff Walls: AI Recycling Program Wraps Up
East Lansing Environmental Specialist Cliff Walls answered questions via email about the city’s recycling program that used artificial intelligence to identify contaminants in recycling bins.
Pair of Major Road Projects Approved by City Council
City Council voted to approve projects that will have major impacts on two of East Lansing’s busiest roads at the Jan. 23 meeting.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Fall Updates from ELi
ELi has new employees, earned a couple of grants and our team looks forward to continue bringing important stories.
A Century Well Spent: EL Resident Reflects on Life After Celebrating 100th Birthday
From fighting tuberculosis to working with the Red Cross and community groups, Irv Nichols has spent a century helping others.
Early Voting for the General Election Started Today
Election Day is more than a month away, but voting officially started today.
Gallery: Photos From ELHS Homecoming Game
Reporter Mark Pontoni captured last week’s homecoming festivities through photos.
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.