Live News Updates for Sept. 18-24
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: The ELPD is partnering with the faith community for a coat drive.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
DDA Approves Setting Aside Funds for a Director
The decision to allot $250,000 to hire a director in 2025 followed two strategic planning sessions. Details for the position still need to be ironed out.
ELi Truly Appreciates Our Donors
The contributions of 610 individuals will help sustain ELi’s mission of bringing you the news of East Lansing.
What Does ELi See Ahead in 2024?
Here are the stories on the reporting and editorial team’s radar in the new year.
Anonymous Call About Migrant Buses Coming to EL Lacks ‘Veracity’
City of East Lansing and local service providers suspect the call is a hoax but are, nonetheless, working to be prepared.
A Year in Review: What ELi Covered in 2023
With the year coming to an end, we look back at top stories and issues in the City of East Lansing.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Planning Commission Discusses Tree Removal Process, B&B Definition
No major votes were held, but the Planning Discussion held important discussions around tree removals, a new bed and breakfast definition and a proposed motel.
East Lansing to Host First Solar Energy “Tupperware Party” Tonight
Residents who already made the switch to solar energy will be sharing information about their experience.
Rethinking Farewells: How Funerals and Final Resting Places are Changing
Trends around funeral services and memorials have been changing nationwide. These differences can be seen locally.
Council Sets Guidelines for Charter Review Committee Selection; Partners with Gun Violence Reduction Program
In addition to council settling on an August selection date, City Attorney Anthony Chubb explained the limited scope the committee will have at the June 18 City Council meeting.
Two ‘Top Cops’ to Apply to be ELPD Chief
As East Lansing prepares a search for its new police chief, ELi has learned that there will be two internal candidates in Deputy Chief Jennifer Brown and Interim Chief Chad Pride.