Good morning, Lansing.

Two new eateries are coming soon to Lansing + Bubbakoo’s Burritos will open on Valentine's Day near Frandor while Shake Shack debuts Wednesday, Feb.

18 in the former Rite Aid space. Both openings add to a list of 20 restaurants set to launch this year.

Sabrina Sloan stars as multiple figures in Sandra Seaton’s one-woman play 'Sally: A Solo Play,' premiering Feb.

19 through 21 at the Wharton Center’s Pasant Theatre & set at Monticello to explore Sally Hemings’ fight for freedom.

The MSU Rodeo Club is getting the MSU Ag Pavilion ready for a weekend rodeo with events scheduled for Friday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale online (msurodeo.com).

Cannabis is reported as a top job creator in Lansing with over 41,000 positions, though high turnover and a 24% wholesale tax+automation curb job stability.

Local unions push for contracts to secure better pay and stable hours amid evolving market conditions.

Michigan job seekers must double-check job postings online as fake listings using AI and chat apps spread on major boards and social media; consumer safety experts advise not to pay upfront fees or share bank details until the hiring process is confirmed.

Jessica Benavides, a lifelong Lansing educator (homegrown), becomes Interim Superintendent after former leader Ben Shuldiner left at the end of January.

She will focus on community partnerships and student support while strengthening district pride.

Governor Whitmer signed a law banning smartphones from public classrooms starting this fall, though students may carry basic phones and keep smartphones locked up during instruction (districts may impose stricter rules).

The measure exempts private schools and aims to reduce classroom distractions.

MSU apologized Tuesday after an emergency alert meant as a routine test mistakenly warned of active violence, causing confusion among students, staff, and parents.

The university said it will add safeguards to prevent similar errors in the future.

A proposed data center faced heavy opposition at a city council meeting Monday night in downtown Lansing, where nearly 200 residents expressed concerns about job promises and environmental impact + the council will vote on the project on Feb.

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After a 5-2 win over Michigan in Detroit Saturday, Michigan State hockey moved to No. 1 in the USCHO rankings (30 first-place votes) while Michigan fell to second.

The Spartans will play Notre Dame next on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Photos capture the girls basketball game between DeWitt and East Lansing on Tuesday, Feb.

10 at DeWitt High School (the images show key plays by Sydney Black and Naomi Knox as East Lansing celebrated a hard-fought win).

MSU women's basketball is set to face top-15 UCLA in an upcoming game.

Coach Robyn Fralick and Amy Terrian discussed strategies (focusing on star Lauren Betts) as they prepare for the matchup in East Lansing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

mParks Conference & Trade Show

March 4-5 — Lansing Center — Registration required — Explore professional development opportunities and celebrate Michigan's parks and recreation community.

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.

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.