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ELAF Announces 60th Annual Award Winners

May 26, 2023 - 3:39pm
Awards totaling $6,000 were presented to artists at last weekend’s 60th Annual East Lansing Art Festival (ELAF).

Community, Media Invited to Memorial Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony Wednesday, May 24

May 26, 2023 - 11:52am
In honor of Memorial Day, community members and members of the media are invited to attend a wreath-laying ceremony at East Lansing’s Medal of Honor Memorial and Veterans Monument on Wednesday, May 24 at 11 a.m.

City of East Lansing to Offer Safety Seminars for School-Aged Children, Women

May 26, 2023 - 11:51am
Children between the ages of five and 12 years and women are invited to participate in two upcoming safety seminars offered at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center (ELHCC), 819 Abbot Road in June. The cost for both programs is $30 per person.

ELPD Earns Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police Accreditation

May 25, 2023 - 3:11pm
The East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) is pleased to announce that it has achieved accreditation through the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP). The process is voluntary.

City of East Lansing Offices to be Closed Monday, May 29 in Observance of Memorial Day

May 23, 2023 - 1:08pm
Community members are advised that City of East Lansing offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day.

Community Members Invited to Albert EL Fresco Grand Reopening on May 11

May 22, 2023 - 5:14pm
The City of East Lansing’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is pleased to announce the grand reopening of Albert EL Fresco on Thursday, May 11, from 5-9 p.m.

East Lansing Art Festival Set for Saturday, May 20 to Sunday, May 21 in Downtown East Lansing

May 22, 2023 - 5:13pm
The 60th Annual East Lansing Art Festival will be held over the weekend of May 20-21, bringing more than 150 artists and thousands of visitors to downtown East Lansing. Festival hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, May 20 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, May 21.

East Lansing’s Annual Flushing of Water Mains to Begin Monday, April 24

May 22, 2023 - 5:13pm
The City of East Lansing’s annual flushing of water mains will begin on Monday, April 24. The flushing will take place between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, for approximately two to three weeks.

East Lansing Fire Department Hosts Annual Collapse Rescue Training

May 22, 2023 - 5:12pm
The East Lansing Fire Department (ELFD), along with firefighters from surrounding communities, has been participating in annual training this week at 340 and 344 Evergreen Avenue. The vacant properties are scheduled to be demolished later this summer.

Local Teens Invited to Upcoming Focus Groups to Establish an East Lansing Youth Commission

May 22, 2023 - 5:11pm
East Lansing Mayor Ron Bacon is inviting local teens to be an integral part of forming a new youth commission for the City of East Lansing by participating in one or more of three upcoming focus groups.

Community, Media Invited to Memorial Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony Wednesday, May 24

May 19, 2023 - 5:21pm
In honor of Memorial Day, community members and members of the media are invited to attend a wreath-laying ceremony at East Lansing’s Medal of Honor Memorial and Veterans Monument on Wednesday, May 24 at 11 a.m.

City of East Lansing Certified Gold in Michigan Green Communities Challenge

May 18, 2023 - 10:39am
The City of East Lansing is pleased to announce that it has once again been awarded gold certification in the Michigan Green Communities annual sustainability challenge.

City of East Lansing Welcomes New Finance Director Penny Wright

May 16, 2023 - 3:02pm
The City of East Lansing is pleased to welcome new Finance Director Penny Wright to the staff at City Hall. Her first day of work was Monday, May 8.

2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art Contest Winners Announced

May 15, 2023 - 12:23pm
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission of Mid Michigan (MLK Commission) has officially announced the winners of the 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art Contest.

East Lansing Fire Department Hosts Annual Collapse Rescue Training

May 12, 2023 - 4:46pm
The East Lansing Fire Department (ELFD), along with firefighters from surrounding communities, has been participating in annual training this week at 340 and 344 Evergreen Avenue. The vacant properties are scheduled to be demolished later this summer.

ELPL’s Annual Summer Reading Program Theme is “All Together Now”

May 11, 2023 - 1:40pm
Community members of all ages are invited to participate in the summer reading program from the East Lansing Public Library (ELPL), 950 Abbot Road. The program begins on Monday, June 5.

East Lansing Art Festival Set for Saturday, May 20 to Sunday, May 21 in Downtown East Lansing

May 8, 2023 - 10:34am
The 60th Annual East Lansing Art Festival will be held over the weekend of May 20-21, bringing more than 150 artists and thousands of visitors to downtown East Lansing. Festival hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, May 20 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, May 21.

Update on Next Phase of Neighborhood Improvements Utility Project

May 5, 2023 - 4:25pm
The next phase of the Neighborhood Improvements Utility Project will begin on Monday, May 8 with road closure on Collingwood Drive from Grand River Avenue to Linden Street anticipated by mid-week.

Crystal Awards Honorees Recognized at Annual Reception

May 3, 2023 - 12:03pm
The East Lansing City Council presented its 2023 Crystal Awards at a reception on April 27 at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center.

Downtown East Lansing Businesses Display Art Made by Local K-12 Students

May 2, 2023 - 6:53pm
Community members are invited to visit downtown East Lansing for a special art exhibit featuring artwork made by local students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The exhibit runs now through June 3.

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