SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Controversial East Lansing Charter Amendment is Now in the Governor’s Hands
Four other charter amendments have made it to the ballot, including one that’s confusing even to Council.
Candidates for City Council React to the Hiring of Belleman Over Dempsey
Two candidates say they would have voted for Tim Dempsey, one shows disbelief, others are pragmatic and two haven’t yet responded to ELi.
In 3-2 Vote, Robert Belleman Chosen as Next East Lansing City Manager
There was wide support for internal candidate Tim Dempsey in written communications and public comments. “This is a farce. This is an absolute farce,” one member of the community said after the vote.
Finalist for EL City Manager Was Removed from Post as Cincinnati’s Director of Economic Inclusion
Cincinnati’s City Manager removed Collin Mays from his directorship following an HR investigation, documents show. Mays denied wrongdoing and subsequently resigned.
Finalist for EL City Manager Was Removed from Post as Cincinnati’s Director of Economic Inclusion
Cincinnati’s City Manager removed Collin Mays from his directorship following an HR investigation, documents show. Mays denied wrongdoing and subsequently resigned.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Secontine’s Investigation to be Released
The East Lansing City Council voted to release investigator Randall Secontine’s report at its Feb. 20 meeting.
MacDonald Middle Schooler Cayla Hawkins is Already Breaking Records
MacDonald Middle School student Cayla Hawkins set a new state record in the 400-meter race.
Love Brunch? Join Brunch & Bubbly Event Hosted by Lansing 5:01
Early bird tickets can be purchased through Friday. Attendance numbers are capped, so organizers recommend purchasing ahead.
Book Vending Machine Project Meant to Boost Reading Literacy
Kiwanis Club of East Lansing and WKAR met to discuss and plan strategies to increase young people’s love of reading.
Counselor Guides Students On Post-Graduation Path
MSU graduate, Chloe Wolma, is spending her gap year working with ELHS students to find their way after high school.












