Local Churches Make Commitment to Faith-Based Reparations
All Saints Episcopal Church and Edgewood United Church will donate $100,000 to the Justice League of Lansing.
SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
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.
Restorative Justice Presentation Given to School Board, Essay Award Winners Recognized at Jan. 22 Meeting
MacDonald Middle School Principal Amy Martin and Associate Principal John Atkinson gave a presentation on restorative justice techniques used by the school at the Monday, Jan. 22 East Lansing Board of Education meeting.
IN THE COMMUNITY
DDA Recommends New Pizza Restaurant Downtown, Hears Feedback on Albert El Fresco
The company proposing the new pizza shop hopes it can provide a “decent meal at a decent price” to students between classes and workers on lunch break.
New Business ‘The Local Epicurean’ Brings Specialty Food Market, Italian Cooking Classes
Cooking classes will be offered to aspiring chefs at various skill levels.
New Nigerian Restaurant to Host African Farmers Market
Handie opened this fall in downtown East Lansing. Sunday, Nov. 24 the fast-casual Nigerian restaurant will host an African Farmers Market from noon to 4 p.m.
City Council Passes Building Incentives System, Picks Firm to Lead Search For New Police Chief
Council hopes the incentive system brings environmentally friendly buildings and affordable units.
Bailey Preschool Under State Investigation
Unchanged diapers and understaffed classrooms are among the accusations made against the preschool and childcare center.