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Meijer announces distribution of 25,000 COVID-19 vaccines this week
Meijer encouraged anyone interested in the vaccine to register online, via text or over the phone.
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1st case of B.1.1.7. found in Greater Lansing area
The case of B.1.1.7. was identified in Eaton County, directly west of Ingham County.
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Pandemic food security program approved for 810,000 Michigan children
Families with pre-kindergarten through grade 12 students that qualify for free or reduced lunches will receive an estimated $77.06 or $127.53 monthly per child depending on the school's reopening status.
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Humans Rights Commission and ELPD discuss 'community policing' initiatives, 2020 complaint summary released
The East Lansing Human Rights Commission held a meeting with East Lansing Police Department's Chief Kim Johnson and Deputy Chief Steve Gonzalez, discussing policy revisions and the 2020 complaint summary.
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Marlon C. Lynch looks forward to position as MSU police chief and VP for public safety
Lynch said, "Our department should reflect the population of the community that it serves," and sees opportunities to do so at MSU.
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Don Miller, East Lansing serial killer, up for parole, ELPD not in favor
Lt. Scot Sexton of the East Lansing Police Department (ELPD) Investigations/Detective Bureau told The State News that ELPD is not in favor of serial killer Don Miller's release.
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Gov. Whitmer allows contact sports to compete starting Feb. 8
The order requires masks to be worn at all times during practices and competition, and if they cannot be worn then athletes should be regularly tested for COVID-19.
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Rep. Slotkin: domestic terrorism “not just a Washington problem”
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) called for an independent bipartisan review of the Jan. 6 events at the U.S. Capitol and outlined her agenda to tackle domestic terrorism.
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East Lansing still seen as a high risk area for COVID-19 in Ingham County
East Lansing is still an area of high risk for COVID-19, according to the ICHD. This follows an order of 'enhanced physical distancing' from the University.
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Dr. Joneigh Khaldun of MDHHS testifies on Michigan vaccinations
Dr. Joneigh Khaldun laid out goals regarding Michigan's vaccination strategy.
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8,900 Moderna vaccine doses originally deemed compromised remain useable
After the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services deemed the doses compromised, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined the doses are still useable according to Moderna standards.
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Local activists push for holiday celebrating Malcolm X’s father, died in Lansing
Earl Little's death was officially ruled an accident by police. However, Malcolm X and historians believe he was murdered by a white supremacist group called the Black Legion.
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Michigan ranked in the lowest category of the State Equality Index
The State Equality Index (SEI) measures how laws in each state affect the LGBTQ+ community.
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USDA sharpshooters remove 65 deer from East Lansing parks, meat donated to food bank
City Council member Dana Watson said deer removal has always been a divisive issue in East Lansing, with some being concerned about hearing the shots, while others are against the lethal removal in general.
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Downtown Development Authority creates TikTok challenge to promote East Lansing businesses
The winner of the TikTok challenge will get a $200 downtown East Lansing e-gift card from the DDA.
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Ventilation inspections recommended as part of MI Safe Dining Program
The MI COVID-19 Safer Dining Program is a voluntary program in which businesses have their ventilation systems inspected by a licensed HVAC professional, in order to improve circulation within the workplace and reduce the risk of COVID-19 spread.
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East Lansing City Council issues emergency public health order, violators face $500 fine
The East Lansing City Council issued an emergency ordinance requiring compliance with any public health orders issued by the State, the Ingham County Health Department, the Mid-Michigan District Health Department or either county's Health Officer Thursday in a special meeting.
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East Lansing Art Festival postponed until Aug. 7-8
The city of East Lansing have decided to postpone the 2021 East Lansing Art Festival until the weekend of Aug. 7-8.
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Health Officer Linda Vail has 'cautious optimism' as COVID-19 restrictions loosen
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services allowed for bars and restaurants to reopen indoor dining at 25% capacity, effective Feb. 1. East Lansing Public Schools are also slated to open by March 1.
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Whitmer calls for unity, announces job plan and statewide tour in State of the State Address
Whitmer said Michigan does not have the needed supply of COVID-19 vaccines yet, but once it does the state has a plan to vaccinate 50,000 people per day.