Good Day
Lansing
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Lansing will host Feel the Love from Feb. 13-15 with local shopping, dining, and special promotions to mark a festive Valentine's weekend (organized by participating businesses). Lansing State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer Miller, a K-5 academic interventionist at Fowlerville Elementary School, was named Michigan Lottery's Excellence in Education Award winner and received a $2,000 check. She has overcome health challenges and dedicated over a decade to inspiring student success. FOX 47
- ➤ High school students in the greater Lansing area are learning construction skills and management at Lansing Community College West through the Eaton RESA program — a hands-on course addressing local workforce shortages — as they build complete sheds this semester. FOX 47
- ➤ Governor Whitmer unveiled a state budget proposal on Wednesday that included a historic $625 million investment in student literacy programs statewide (covering teacher training, summer school and universal Pre-K by fall) as lawmakers plan to debate the proposal by June 30. FOX 47
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ East Lansing officials are considering a camping ban that would restrict sleeping in public spaces and impose up to $25 fines for violations. They will meet on Feb. 12 with homelessness advocates to review the ordinance amid growing community concerns. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Michigan AG Dana Nessel warned shoppers ahead of Valentine’s Day that they must verify online stores, perform image searches of products, and use credit cards to avoid scams (avoid sharing sensitive information through texts or emails). WJIM AM
- ➤ Mayor Schor approved the Ingham County Human Services Building at 5303 S Cedar St. as the site for the Nova Housing Initiative after unanimous advisory board recommendations. City staff will begin negotiations and start zoning and state licensing procedures — actions aimed at moving the project forward. FOX 47
- ➤ Governor Whitmer signed bipartisan bills at Waverly High School near Lansing Tuesday that ban cell phones in public K-12 classrooms while allowing exemptions for academic use, medical needs and emergencies. The ban takes effect this fall and excludes private schools. Stacks 92.1
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tom Izzo’s 99-year-old mom received an AI-generated poster showing her scoring on Kur Teng, and the image now hangs in her Appleton retirement home+ sparking lighthearted banter + among local fans. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ MSU environmental science senior Dyson Mingo, known as Dice, is a top-ranked Falco player who led his varsity esports team in October 2025 & he plans to keep competing after graduation by joining a local Michigan team. The State News
- ➤ MSU women's basketball lost 86-63 to UCLA on Wednesday (a humbling game at Breslin Center), with coach Robyn Fralick urging the team to learn from the loss as they prepare for a Sunday rematch with Michigan in Ann Arbor. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ MSU bench players helped secure an 85-83 overtime win over Illinois on Feb. 7, led by strong defense and a key 3-pointer from Kur Teng + the Spartans now prepare for an 8 p.m. game against Wisconsin in Madison on Feb. 13. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Bracket projections released Tuesday, Feb. 10, place the MSU women’s basketball team among the top-16 seeds, setting them to host the NCAA tournament opening rounds at the Breslin Center; the field will be unveiled on Mar. 16. Lansing State Journal
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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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