Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
Good morning, Lansing.
🏘️ Community
Local Methodist churches in Holt provided $10 free gas to over 100 residents on Tuesday as part of a community initiative to begin Lent.
The Catholic Diocese of Lansing emphasized almsgiving as a key part of Lent to address both physical and spiritual needs.
Mayor Schor announced plans to build a mod pod community on the Ingham County Human Services Building parking lot to house people experiencing homelessness.
Neighbors on Armstrong Road expressed concerns over safety & property maintenance as city officials plan proper fencing, management & oversight.
💼 Business
PetalPop Cafe is set to open next month at 519 West Ionia St. in Lansing and will serve comfort food with floral notes, including lavender, rose, or hibiscus pancakes and sodas (an homage to former councilperson Lucile Belen).
The cafe will offer dine-in, patio seating, and delivery.
🎭 Culture
Today, the Wharton Center hosts the world premiere of Sally: A Solo Play, a one-woman drama about Sally Hemings — linked to former President Jefferson.
Written by local playwright Sandra Seaton and directed by Hannah Ryan, the show runs at Pasant Theatre in East Lansing through Feb. 21.
The history piece reviews Michigan & Washington avenues which thrived as lively hubs of shops, clubs, and cafés from the early 1900s to the 1950s in Lansing.
Old images and stories highlight a time when the buzz on these streets set the stage for today’s Washington Square events.
Celebration Cinema debuted its new C Premium XL auditorium on Feb.
12 with dual 4K projectors and a Dolby ATMOS sound system (37 speakers), replacing its old IMAX and investing $800K for improved viewing; NCG Cinema will open a new IMAX at Eastwood Towne Center in March for Project Hail Mary.
🎓 Education
Michigan State University’s Board of Trustees voted last Friday to demolish the historic IM West by spring, removing its 190,000 sqft facility that served decades of student recreation.
The building’s legacy will live on in memories and traditions (including its famous oversized door) from its long history on campus.
Jacob Dohrmann, a middle school STEAM teacher at Reese Middle School, was named this week's Michigan Lottery Excellence in Education award winner.
He received a $2,000 check for his work with classroom and after-school programs.
Capital Area District Libraries have selected six new titles for Black History Month, featuring both fiction and nonfiction that highlight diverse narratives and resilience.
The collection is now available to borrow at local branches.
📰 Real Estate
The Lansing Brownfield Redevelopment Authority approved a plan to build 124 Capitol Walk Apartments on a downtown parking lot off Chestnut Street, developed by Lawton Group.
City Council will review the proposal on March 9 and if approved, construction will begin this fall.
🏈 Sports
The Lansing Lugnuts will host a job fair at Jackson Field in downtown Lansing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb.
21 to hire seasonal and part-time staff for roles including ticket takers, ushers, and grounds crew + some positions may be filled on the spot.
MSU women’s basketball celebrated a senior day win Wednesday evening with a 104-68 victory over Northwestern at Breslin Center, as five seniors combined for 63 points to help snap a two-game skid.
The team will prepare to face ranked Minnesota Sunday at 6 p.m.
Today at 7:30 p.m., No. 1 Michigan State hockey hosts Notre Dame at Munn Ice Arena as the Spartans seek control in the Big Ten race for a third straight title.
Fresh from a bye week, key players fuel their push — a critical step for the season.
MSU announced that the Spartans’ 15th spring practice will be open to the public at Spartan Stadium on Saturday, April 18.
The free fan event will include team autographs ahead of the session and offer a first look at Coach Pat Fitzgerald's squad this season.
East Lansing's KJ Torbert is a finalist for the 46th Hal Schram Mr. Basketball Award; coaches will vote between Feb.
25 and March 1 and the award will be given on March 9 in downtown Detroit.
🎉 Lansing Events
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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.
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.
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