ELi on Earth

Right on schedule, Burcham-Henge has appeared. ELi's Aron Sousa reports.

We've been hearing that the EL skunk population is unusually high this year, and seeing evidence in our gardens. ELi's Paige Filice explains possible reasons for the high numbers, and what you can do to avoid smelly situations.

East Lansing will be able witness a partial solar eclipse this afternoon. ELi's Aron Sousa brings you what you need to know.

Seen the solar-energy-generating carports being installed in various MSU parking lots? Ian Hoopingarner provides the backstory and explains who is profiting in what way.

Get stuff out of your house and into the hands of folks who can use it at the City of East Lansing's annual recycling event. You can also volunteer, for a great chance to serve your community and the environment. ELi's Cassandra Heos tells you how.

Several MSU student organizations are collaborating on The Big Green Gig, a celebration of Earth Day, in Valley Court Park this Saturday. The event will feature live music, plant giveaways and hands-on activities.

This Saturday marks the 22nd annual Quiet Water Symposium, an event focused on non-motorized outdoor activities and environmental conservation. ELi's Paige Filice brings you the story.

Astronomer Robert Victor provides ELi's readers news about our October night skies along with details about how you can start by heading to the MSU Observatory this weekend for Public Observing Nights.

Four years after East Lansing applied for a renewal of its expired environmental permit to dump millions of gallons a day of treated wastewater into the Red Cedar River, the DEQ is suddenly reviewing the application. A lot has happened at that plant since that application went in. The DEQ is giving the public only until Friday to weigh in.

Astronomer Robert Victor brings ELi's readers news of a fun local gathering opportunity atop an MSU parking ramp. Grab your best friend and check it out?

What's all that in the roundabout where Burcham Road meets Park Lake Road? ELi's Environment reporter Paige Filice explains.

Above: The moon and Venus, as seen from East Lansing a few months ago

This Friday and Saturday, July 15 and 16, mark the start of a five-week interval when all five bright planets or our solar system can be observed during evening twilight in East Lansing.