SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Mayor Signed Letter to Support Low-Income Project on Bailey Lot; Developer Answers Questions
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request turns up a surprising letter, and the vice president for developer ACD explains how a project would restrict who can rent there.
New Principal Seeks ‘High Structure, High Support’ at ELHS
Ashley Schwarzbek takes the leadership reins at the high school after some challenging times during the school year.
Developer Seeks Rezoning of Grove Street’s North End to Allow Denser Housing
Homeowners just to the south are objecting to the proposal, but the church to the north supports it.
The Building C Question: Low-Income Housing or a Free Park Expansion?
The 2018 deal with DRW/Convexity and City Council is setting the stage for the current council to make a big decision.
Three Years In, Developer Says the Only Thing That’ll Work on the Evergreen Properties Is…Student Housing
River Caddis Development’s exclusive deal is facing expiration on July 17; the DDA will ponder the new “collaborative approach” for the next 30 days.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Beal Garden – a Local Treasure for 150 Years
The botanical garden on the MSU campus is known as a place for research, education, tranquility and activities.
Two Small Businesses are Thriving and Surviving
Despite the challenges of East Lansing during the pandemic and post-pandemic. Risky Studios and Campbell’s Market Basket are growing endeavors.
ELPS Board Selects Gary Holbrook to Take Empty Seat
Only three candidates applied for the seat vacated by Amanda Cormier, and then one dropped out.
Calls to Dial Down Rhetoric After Contentious City Manager Hiring Process
“I don’t mind dissent,” Councilmember Dana Watson said last night. “I do mind certain temperatures of it.”
Beloved MMS Band Director Turns in Baton
Patricia Kroth, who retired in June, has left a lasting mark on the band program and thousands of students.













