🌱 Affordable Housing Project Downtown + Parks & Rec Department Hiring

Hi Lansing-East Lansing! Like many of you, the Patch staff is taking some time off for Memorial Day, so you won’t see this newsletter in your inbox for a few days. We’ll be back soon, but in the meantime, here’s what’s happening in and around town this weekend.

But first, your weekend weather:

• Saturday: Sunny and warm. High: 78 Low: 51.
• Sunday: Partly sunny and warm. High: 81 Low: 52.
• Monday: Partly sunny and very warm. High: 84 Low: 57.

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Here are the top three stories today in Lansing-East Lansing:

1. A plan is being proposed in downtown Lansing to build an apartment complex on South Grand Avenue hopefully assisting the homeless in the area. It is estimated that the apartment complex would cost $22.5 million to construct but location wise it would be right across the street from the CATA bus station and a large retail space. This project would take over the east side of the 400 block on South Grand Avenue and most of the apartments would be priced to cater to low-income tenants. (WILX)
2. If you know a teen looking to make extra money this summer and get a foot into the workforce you should direct them to Lansing Parks and Recreation as they are looking to hire teens for the summer. There are several different jobs the department is offering for teens as early as 16 years old, from camp counselor to lifeguard, to even a baseball umpire, tons of different opportunities to get into the workforce and make some extra cash. If you think you are or know a great candidate for the position you can apply online and the department will reach out for a quick interview and you can go from there! (FOX 47 News)
3. This past Thursday a high school student at Waverly High School was taken into custody for allegedly bringing an airsoft gun to school. The gun was discovered when the student showed it to another student and that student reported it to the school staff. When the school resource officer attempted to make contact with the student he fled from the school, he was later tracked down by Eaton County deputies, and the airsoft gun was discovered. As a minor, he is being held at the Eaton County Youth Facility and it is unclear if he will be formally charged or not. (MLive.com)

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This weekend in Lansing-East Lansing:

Saturday, May 27

• Food Distribution Day At Mount Hope Church (9:30 AM)
• Vintage & Artisan Pop-Up Market At Grave Danger (10:00 AM)
• Pryorities Duo At Reno's North Sports Bar (6:00 PM)

Sunday, May 28

• Walk-In Studio At Playing Picasso (12:00 PM)
• May 2023 Public Feature Show At Abrams Planetarium (4:00 PM)

Monday, May 29

• New Art Exhibit Showcases Collage At The Peoples Church Of East Lansing (10:00 AM)
• Tai Chi Class For Cancer Survivors At Karmanos Cancer Institute (10:00 AM)
• Photo Skills: Editing on iPhone At Apple Eastwood Towne Center (2:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The MSU Police and Public Safety Department offers 30-minute sessions where a certified child safety seat technician teaches the proper use and installation of car seats in your car. Whether you are a new or expecting parent or someone who has children in the family this is the perfect course for you, you can make an appointment by emailing carseats@dpps.msu.edu. (MSU Police & Public Safety via Facebook)
• The East Lansing Firefighters Local 1609 would like to thank Planet Fitness for donating workout equipment to the department and helping keep the department in tip-top shape. Four treadmills, ellipticals, and stationary bikes were donated to the station and they will be crucial in keeping firefighters in shape for the groundbreaking work they do daily. (East Lansing Firefighters via Facebook)
• The East Lansing Public Library will be hosting its Teen Pride Prom on Jun. 6 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Come out in your finest or most comfortable prom outfit and enjoy a night filled with food, games, music, and more while celebrating Pride Month. (East Lansing Public Library via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you next week with a new update!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.