Headaches increasing along Michigan Ave with construction [Video]

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Excavators and road crews began the second phase of the Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project last week. While some people who live and work nearby said they look forward to the finished product, they said it’s coming with challenges.

City of Lansing Public Service Director Andy Kilpatrick said the project will bring a much-needed facelift to this major artery through the Capital City.

“It’s not just the right of way, lines,  sidewalks, and roads Everything under the road. And we are also reconfiguring it,” said Kilpatrick.

That means four lanes for cars and along with a bike line. Kilpatrick does admit that the project is two weeks behind.

The transformation has thrown a curveball to nearby businesses. An employee of a sandwich shop said he has seen a 75 percent drop in sales compared to this time last year.

They’re not alone. Hair cuts are still getting booked at Barber Love Barbershop …