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Revealed: Who the City Notified about the eBay Land Sale

Friday, March 15, 2019

The City has released one list showing who staff notified about an eBay auction of a major public asset. Former Lansing Mayor Virg Bernero didn't make the list, but showed up on the scene a day before the auction closed. What else have we now learned about this controversial million-dollar deal?

"There's Just a Lot of Magic Here:" The Coffee House at All Saints

Thursday, March 14, 2019

Started as a way to cheer people up by playing music, The Coffee House at All Saints has grown into a venue where poets, musicians and writers can take the mic and engage with a live audience. ELi's Somer Sodeman reports on this free, community-oriented performance space.

Council Debates Options for Video Recordings of Meetings

Thursday, March 14, 2019

Should East Lansing continue paying about $150,000 per year for a local company to record audio and video of City Council and Planning Commission meetings? The City Manager believes the service is critical to government transparency. ELi's Brad Minor reports.

One Family’s Story: Kathi Terry Remembers Downtown Living in East Lansing

Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Kathi Terry grew up in East Lansing, and remembers downtown grocery stores, working at local businesses and skating down main roads in an ice storm. "Things have changed a lot," she tells ELi's Ann Kammerer, "but for the most part, you still get that same East Lansing feeling."

Vibrant Debate Surrounds Increasing Building Heights Downtown

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Why are so many Planning Commissioners against an ordinance allowing 160-foot-tall buildings downtown, and why are a majority of Downtown Development Authority members for it? As Council Members prepare to decide, ELi's Chris Root explains.

Project with No-Bid, Exclusive Contract on Public Land Is Still Missing Parts

Monday, March 11, 2019

In the hopes of solving a major public debt, East Lansing's Downtown Development Authority gave a no-bid exclusive deal to developers Royal Vlahakis. But investigation by ELi shows the developers still haven't submitted key components of the $190 million proposal. Meanwhile, the required public debt payments are about to ramp up.

Maple Syrup Festival Returns to Fenner This Weekend

Monday, March 11, 2019

This Saturday at Fenner Nature Center you can sample maple-based treats, learn about tree tapping, maple syrup distilling, forestry management, and enjoy a pancake breakfast. Nick Wright tells you what you need to know about this annual family event.

Trojans Take Next Step on Tournament Trail

Saturday, March 9, 2019

The East Lansing girls basketball team won its 13th district title in the past 16 years at home last night by defeating Holt 78-31 in the championship game. Next up: a regional rematch with Coldwater. ELi's Mark Meyer reports.

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