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During the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic shut-downs, East Lansing Info (ELi) started sharing stories of what was helping our readers feel more positive. We all loved the series so much, we decided to keep it going! Share with us your “little local joy” and we will have an editor work with you to bring your story!
Alice Dreger | An ELi reader wrote in to say he finally figured out who was planting flowers at Lake Lansing Road and Towar Avenue, brightening the spot. We share his take in our “Little Local Joys” series.
Amalia Medina | Have you seen the bald eagle on the Northern Tier Trail? Amalia Medina reports on the bald eagle and other raptors that you can spot in the area.
Ann Kammerer | Jon Eguia is embracing the cold by making ice sculptures. He hopes to inspire others this winter. Ann Kammerer shares his story.
Alice Dreger | The presence of abundant, excellent, easy-packing snow has inspired many in East Lansing to go outside and get creative. Jean Weir brings us a delightful selection. Share yours!
Sarah Spohn | Sarah Spohn brings an update about a virtual concert available for streaming, beginning today.
Ann Kammerer | Dottie Hoopingarner has sewn nearly 2,000 masks during the pandemic. Ann Kammerer brings you this story after a reader first brought it to ELi’s attention.
Sarah Spohn | Sad to see the Biggby on Grand River Ave. close and later be demolished? Sarah Spohn tells us about the building’s afterlife.
Andrew Graham | The program for little kids is tentatively scheduled to begin in January. If public health orders make it a no-go, registrants will be fully reimbursed. Andrew Graham brings you the details.
Sarah Spohn | Local musician Jonathan Townley released his first album yesterday. Sarah Spohn tells us what inspired him and where to find his music.
Ann Kammerer | Joe Natoli and Greg Bonito share a garden in the Oakwood neighborhood of East Lansing. There, the friendship grows.
Ann Kammerer | “We didn’t realize how much puzzles were in demand until we needed more.”
Ann Kammerer | In our continuing series on small joys during the stay-at-home orders, we bring you the story of one teenager’s basement quest to build a pipe organ from scratch.
Ann Kammerer | Kit Carlson describes herself as “a total Monty Python fan” and someone in need of a little fun. Who isn’t?
Ann Nichols | In her latest column, Ann Nichols explores the cooking options enabled by one farm-to-table restaurant’s inventive approach.
Ann Kammerer | “We’re just stepping back and listening, and hearing the sounds of spring.”
Ann Kammerer | “All that’s been perfected over a billion years is right in your own backyard,” says Peter Carrington, the curator of Beal Garden.
Mark Meyer | This Saturday, Playmakers’ race participants will spread out to run, walk, and roll worldwide at three different distances.
Sarah Spohn | Good news: you can continue to enjoy the work of local artists who gather around Blue Owl Coffee’s open mic night. And if you are an artist, you can join in.
Ann Kammerer | The latest in the Little Local Joys series – stories shared by ELi readers and contributors about little things and positive moments that bring us joy and hope during the coronavirus outbreak.
Ann Kammerer | For our continuing “Little Local Joys” series, ELi’s Ann Kammerer spoke with East Lansing resident Nancy Cuddeback about the movement to honor medical professionals with candles tonight.
Last week’s “Ann About Town” column on Charlie Kang’s brought a heartwarming letter from Mr. Kang’s daughter, Yuni Yi. We share her note with you.
A milestone in life amid emergency conditions: a time to celebrate, albeit a bit more quietly.
Ann Kammerer | What’s keeping you positive during the pandemic? We want your little stories of joy, hope, and kindness.
A milk door in the Bailey neighborhood brings a resident joy — and now candles from Massage and Wellness, too!
Amalia Medina | A virtual group effort is creating a community healing event for the whole family. Amalia Medina files this report for ELi.
Alice Dreger | Many businesses are offering by-appointment help but make sure to call ahead. There are college students willing to help, if you need it. ELi’s Alice Dreger helps by filing this rundown.