SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
How Hard Is It to Park in Downtown East Lansing? Depends Who You Ask
There’s no topic quite so contentious as parking downtown, as became evident at Thursday’s DDA meeting.
Kerry Ebersole Singh, Christopher Wardell and Erik Altmann Seek EL Council Seats
The deadline for filing for candidacy in the East Lansing City Council race passed today at 4 p.m. and it looks like there are either seven or eight candidates running for the three open seats on the November ballot. Interim City Clerk Marie Wicks told ELi at 4:54 p.m. today, “I can confirm that Mark…
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.
Council Settles on Interview Process for City Manager, Approves Ballot Initiative to Expand Council
Five candidates accepted and two alternates approved to take part in a full day and evening of interviews scheduled for Aug. 7.
Ask ELi: Parks, Recreation & Arts Director Explains Increases in Fees
Cathy DeShambo replied to questions about the recreation fee structures and provided a link to the department’s budget document.
IN THE COMMUNITY
ELPD Officer Tells DDA of Downtown Public Safety Concerns
Officer Katey Harrison identified parking garages as hotspots for nighttime activity as well as the Fieldhouse and Harper’s.
Permanent ELPL Director Interviews to Begin in January
The deadline for applications was Nov. 17. The Library Commission subcommittee hopes to present its findings and recommendations at the Dec. 13 meeting.
Live News Updates for Nov. 20-26
Current top story: Karen Jennings is leaving the Arts Commission after six years.
Ingham Community Health Center to Open in ELHS
The regular meeting of the school board also included a report on plans of the local chapter of MSAN.
Need a Hot Dog? University Weiner is the Place
Two Michigan State University students partnered to open the business that features Michigan-made hot dogs and other Michigan products.













