MSUFCU Showcases ‘Strength in Roots’ During Grand Opening Celebration
Long-anticipated opening of the Abbot Road branch was celebrated during a July 21 event featuring music, local foods, and speakers from the credit union, university, city and more.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
First Major Storm on Its Way
Here are reminders on how to handle the expected heavy snow along with announcements of city closings.
Council Rejects Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Resolution
Despite emotional testimony from many personally impacted by the conflict, the resolution drafted by the Human Rights Commission was rejected 4-1.
Council Kicks off 2024 with Stacked Meeting Agenda
Tuesday’s meeting includes 10 items on the business agenda, 3 public hearings and a mysterious closed session.
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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.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Pair of Developments are Approved by Council
Council approved a gas station and convenience store, and a multi-tenant retail and restaurant space at its Aug. 13 meeting.
Charter Amendment Committee Members Picked; Proposed Rental Ordinance Changes Revealed at Council Meeting
Diane Goddeeris, Jonathan Forman, Jeffrey Hank, Veronica Wilkerson-Johnson, Ruben Martinez, Jill Rhode and Pam Weil have been selected to serve on the charter review committee.
DDA Zeroes in on Marketing Firm for Evergreen Properties; Revises MOU for Executive Director
DDA members favored an applicant to market its Evergreen properties, but want to negotiate the price tag.
Two EL Activists Honored
Thasin Sardar was recognized with the Peacemaker of the Year award and Chris Root received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Lansing Area Peace Education Center’s June meeting.
ELPS Welcomes New Director of Special Education
Precios Armstrong comes to the position with more than 25 years of experience in education and a doctorate in educational leadership.