SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Ask ELi: Is East Lansing Ready for a Sudden Influx of Immigrants? (Updated)
Four months after the 3-1 Council vote to declare East Lansing a sanctuary city, ELi gives an overview of what’s happening in the city to prepare should a sudden influx of immigrants occur.
Ashley Schwarzbek Recommended to Fill ELHS Principal Role
The recommendation will go before the ELPS Board of Education in a special meeting this week or next week.
MacDonald Middle School Teacher Under Scrutiny for Using N-Word Apologizes (Updated)
A long-time physical education teacher has issued an apology after the May 10 matter.
East Lansing School Board Meets as School Year Winds Down
Board hears about the professional learning experiences teachers participated in during the school year.
East Lansing Police Chief Kim Johnson Explains How and Why Staffing Is Going Up
The goals and objectives of the department for the coming year include working with a number of community groups and serving EL’s diverse population.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Young and Old(er) Are Jumping Into the Sport of Pickleball
The official grand opening of the renovated Patriarche Park pickleball facility is Thursday but, once the nets went up last week, there was no stopping the enthusiasts from playing.
East Lansing to Celebrate Juneteenth This Sunday (June 18)
Council is encouraging organizations to post copies of General Order No. 3 and encouraging individuals to join the June 18 celebration.
Dan Bollman and Mark Meadows Are Running for City Council
So far, there are three confirmed candidates for the three open seats this November.
East Lansing Resident John Metzler to be Honored by Peace Education Center
The annual meeting is a chance to celebrate the center’s work and honor community members and students.
Budget Shows City of East Lansing Looking to Grow Workforce; Could Get $7M Boost for Pensions
ELi brings you an insider look at the City of East Lansing’s operations, revenue and spending as viewed through the lens of this year’s budget talks.