Monday, February 9th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MSU APASO hosted its 23rd annual Cultural Vogue event on Feb. 7 at Great Cobb Hall, featuring student performances that celebrated empowerment, culture and community. The event drew local supporters who enjoyed dances and songs highlighting diverse traditions — a vibrant celebration of heritage. The State News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A series of local games on Feb. 7 showed mixed results for Lansing teams — DeWitt topped Mason with Landon Kurncz scoring 23 points, while East Lansing teams lost to Northview and East Kentwood during the 2K26 showcase at Grand Rapids Community College. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ MSU wrestling lost 40–6 to No. 8 Iowa at Jenison Fieldhouse as the Hawkeyes won six matches by technical fall — the Spartans will face Rutgers Friday, Feb. 13 at the same venue. The State News
- ➤ Michigan State basketball got back on track Saturday when freshman Cam Ward + Jordan Scott helped the Spartans beat No. 5 Illinois 85 to 82. The team will play Wisconsin on Friday, Feb. 13 at 8:00 p.m. The State News
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Nermis Mieses Recital
7:30-11:30 p.m. — College of Music — Free entry — Experience an evening of love and longing through the music of Schumann and more.
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MSU Jazz Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — College of Arts and Letters — Ticketed event — Experience the artistry and improvisational spark of MSU jazz artists with standards and original works.
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Board Game Night at Summit Comics & Games
2-9 p.m. — Summit Comics & Games — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of board gaming with fellow enthusiasts in a welcoming environment.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
3-7 p.m. — Cook Recital Hall At MSU College of Music — Ticketed event — Celebrate the Lunar New Year with cultural performances and festivities.
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Chance Huiet Jazz Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Fairchild Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with Chance Trottman-Huiet performing live.
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Adult Casual Clay Wheel Workshop
6-8 p.m. — REACH Studio Art Center — 20% discount for second registrant and beyond — Unleash your creativity in this beginner-friendly clay workshop and enjoy a relaxed artistic experience.
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LEGO®Palooza 2026
9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Impression 5 Science Center — Kids $20, Adults $15 — A two-day fundraising extravaganza filled with over 20 special LEGO® themed activities for the whole family.
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mParks Conference & Trade Show
March 4-5 — Lansing Center — Registration required — Explore professional development opportunities and celebrate Michigan's parks and recreation community.
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The Wild Honey Collective Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Green Door — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of melodic tunes by The Wild Honey Collective with engaging lyrics and music videos.
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Time to Paddy 5k/10k & Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon
8-11 a.m. — Burchard Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with family-friendly running events and festive giveaways.
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