Good morning, Lansing.

A fire damaged Tipsy Nickel Bar + Grille in Mason last Saturday night when crews arrived just after 7 p.m. to contain flames seen along the rooftop; no injuries were reported, and investigators are still looking into the cause.

MSU alumna Sandra Seaton will have her play Sally debut at Wharton Center from Feb.

19 to 21. The world premiere tells the story of Sally Hemings and will feature a full production with costumes + lighting.

Families in Vermontville tapped maple trees Saturday to kick off the 85th maple syrup festival (teaching children about the process that requires 35-40 gallons of sap for one gallon of syrup) and preserving a long-standing tradition in town.

Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bill 495 and House Bill 4141 on Feb.

10 banning cellphone use during class instruction in Michigan schools, with exceptions for emergencies and teacher-approved academic work. Districts must adopt rules online before the next school year.

The Michigan House passed HB 4445 restoring deer baiting in the Lower Peninsula with a vote of 66 to 38; the bill now moves to the Senate & DNR for review.

Until the review is complete, the current bait ban stays in effect.

Portland and Grand Ledge wrestlers won district titles on Feb.

14 at events around Greater Lansing — local champions boosted their undefeated records across weight classes in Williamston, Howell, Olivet and other communities.

Friday, Feb. 13 girls basketball games had Haslett, Pewamo-Westphalia, Bath, Corunna, Leslie, Capital Homeschool and Alma winning contests against league rivals in Greater Lansing, with key performances from Kaitlyn Johnson and Elly Bengel (standout scores helped decide each matchup).

MSU women's basketball will play Michigan today at 4 p.m. at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor.

The rematch follows a thrilling overtime game in East Lansing and will impact NCAA Tournament seeding & foster rivalry pride between top-15 teams.

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.

Curry Hand Pies Workshop with Chef Shirley Boucha

6-8 p.m. — Allen Neighborhood Center — Free entry — Learn to craft delicious curry hand pies in a fun kitchen workshop with Chef Shirley Boucha.