Environment

Cute, right? But be aware these little critters showing up around East Lansing come with prickly self-defense hairs.

ELi's Brad Minor reports on the recent completion of bridge repairs in East Lansing and the surrounding area and on how the City and Ingham County were able to coordinate their efforts to fund the much-needed improvements. 

The goal of the Bogue Street Protected Bike Lane pilot project is to enable bicyclists to coexist safely with pedestrians, vehicles, and buses while traveling one of the busiest routes through MSU's campus. ELi's Mark Meyer reports on the change happening this week.

ELi's Sarah Spohn reports on the anticipated arrival of e-scooters, e-bikes and e-trikes from a South Carolina company that seeks to build its business around community partnerships.

The weather forecast this weekend calls for plenty of sunshine and numerous options to explore the outdoors in and around East Lansing. ELi's Jonathan Townley pinpoints places and events to consider as you plan your activities.

ELi Publisher Alice Dreger explains not just the legal process but the basics of running for Council in East Lansing. Three four-year seats on Council will be on the November 5 ballot.

ELi's Andrew Graham writes about the burgeoning number of bicycles left in city bike racks, and why one biking advocate believes PACE should be more vigilant in rooting out those left to rot.

Why would the City of East Lansing suddenly offer the whistleblower it fired a new job? And what is the job? ELi's Alice Dreger reports on the latest in the case.

If you're looking to clean up or clean out, shop for locally grown food, or simply want to have some outdoor time this weekend, ELi's Jessy Gregg has seven ideas.

Remember that million-dollar property the City of East Lansing put up for bid on eBay, notifying only “approximately twelve interested parties”? The auction winners now indicate they want to build more than a marijuana provisioning center. ELi's Dan Totzkay and Alice Dreger report on the latest developments.

ELi's Jessy Gregg reports on the final phase of the Safe Routes to School Team's major grant application, aimed at paving the way for student pathway improvements to and from Marble Elementary and MacDonald Middle School.

ELi asked human residents of East Lansing to take a survey on our area's resident deer. Are they a joy, or a nuisance, or both? Should Council now authorize a strategic cull? Brad Minor brings you the responses. 

Four engineering students have proposed removing the underwater dam across from MSU’s Administration Building and replacing it with a series of "rock arch rapids." ELi's Jessy Gregg dives below the surface for this report.

On April 18 the City of East Lansing recognized three residents for their contributions to community life. ELi's Noa Kuszai reports on who the recipients are, and how each has worked to improve the city we live in.