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SPECIAL ELI REPORTING
Council Denies Starbucks Drive-Thru Hours Extension; Approval of Employee Retention Bonuses Tabled
June as Pride Month and Juneteenth as a holiday are now formally recognized in the City of East Lansing.
ELi Investigation Shows Unusual Uses of East Lansing Taxes for ‘Nongovernmental’ Charities
Weeks after being advised by Lansing’s deputy mayor that giving cash away to a local charity violates state law, East Lansing’s mayor supported another $5,000 donation by his city. And why did former city manager George Lahanas start two “nongovernmental” charities from City Hall?
A Tale of Two Lawsuits (against East Lansing)
Twin cases provide insight into the risks and costs of suits against the city from large, national groups.
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.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Estrella Torrez Sworn in as School Board Trustee
The Oct. 23 meeting included a presentation by the ELHS principal, adoption of 24 board policy revisions and approval of a bond proposal for security enhancements.
Autumn is a Beautiful Time to Experience Nature in East Lansing
With migrating birds, squirrels fattening up for winter and diverse city parks, this is a good time of year to get outside.
Live News Updates for Oct. 30-Nov. 5
ELi Now is a column from the East Lansing Info reporting and editorial staff, created as a space to provide live updates of East Lansing news. Current top story: Interim Director of Planning, Building and Development Tim Dempsey is leaving for a job in Saginaw.
Dyslexia Advocacy, Ninja Warrior are Passions of MacDonald Middle School Student
The young organizer of Saturday’s Dollars 4 Dyslexia Fundraising Open House has set her sights on raising $6,000.
Parks & Rec Advisory Commission Hears Updates on Local Projects
Commissioners heard a presentations on lyme disease interventions, the aquatic center and city park upgrades.