Lelaina MacDonald

Lelaina MacDonald is a copy editor at The Eastern Echo.

A series of colorful artistic designs, all containing the words "I Voted," many featuring Michigan state symbols, such as cherries, the Mackinac Bridge, the state seal, and robins.

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'I Voted' sticker design voting starts June 1

By Lelaina MacDonald | June 3

The 2026 "I Voted" sticker competition voting begins June 1, 2026.

Blue sign says, "Ypsilanti Police Department," surrounded by greenery in front of a building.

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Ypsilanti Police Department responds to a shooting complaint

By Lelaina MacDonald | June 2

A man in Ypsilanti was found with several gunshot wounds on May 30, 2026. He is in stable condition.

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Ypsilanti City Council votes in support of YCUA data center moratorium

By Lelaina MacDonald | May 27

On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Ypsilanti City Council members issued formal support for Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority's 12-month moratorium on data centers.

6 black police SUVs parked in front of a red brick building on a sunny day.

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Two men hospitalized after shooting in Ypsilanti Township

By Lelaina MacDonald | May 27

On the night of Thursday, May 21, 2026, an 18-year-old man and a 33-year-old man were shot in Ypsilanti Township.

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Eastern Michigan University President Kelly discusses partnerships at Ypsilanti City Council meeting

By Lelaina MacDonald | May 22

During the Ypsilanti City Council meeting May 19, 2026, Eastern Michigan University President Kelly gave a presentation focused on the partnership between the university and the City of Ypsilanti.

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Ypsilanti City Council approves resolution for unarmed response program

By Lelaina MacDonald | May 15

Ypsilanti City Council members discussed and approved an unarmed response program for the city of Ypsilanti on May 5, 2026.

Brendan Kelly speaks from behind an EMU-branded podium.

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Eastern Michigan University President Kelly announces provost, chief of staff resignations

By Lelaina MacDonald | April 14

President Brendan Kelly announced two leadership role changes in an email to EMU students, faculty and staff April 13, 2026.

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What students should know about Multicultural Graduation

By Lelaina MacDonald | March 11

The Center of Race and Ethnicity is holding Multicultural Graduation Ceremony on May 1, 2026. Students have until March 25, 2026, to register.

Flyer for Registration Blitz pinned to a bulletin board.

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Course registration for Winter 2026 begins this week

By Lelaina MacDonald | November 6

Students at Eastern Michigan University are preparing to register for their Winter 2026 semester classes.