Good morning, Lansing.

St. Johns volunteer Les Warner delivers up to 116 meals weekly to homebound neighbors through Good News Kitchen+limited vehicle capacity restricts service.

Washington lawmakers now plan to launch a pilot program under the Delivering for Rural Seniors Act to boost food delivery in rural areas.

In February, Lansing saw several restaurant changes as new spots including Shake Shack and Bubbakoo's Burritos opened near Frandor while longtime favorites like Riedy's Tavern and Bella Grande closed.

Babe's Corner also relocated, shifting the local dining scene.

Michigan drivers paid just below $3 a gallon on Monday as refineries switched to a more expensive summer blend, and experts warned prices could rise if conflicts in the Middle East disrupt supply chains.

Analysts observe the Strait of Hormuz (handling about 20% of oil flows) for signs of increases.

The Impression 5 Science Center in Lansing hosted its annual LEGO Palooza fundraiser this past weekend to support hands-on learning for kids (and families).

Funds raised bolstered the center’s mission to offer interactive science exhibits and educational programs.

MSU’s beloved frisbee-catching dog known as Buckshot passed away Sunday from a rare cancer at 10 years old.

Jim and Terri Foley plan a memorial in the coming weeks and encourage fans to donate to the MSU Student Food Bank to honor his legacy.

On March 2, researchers reported that the Great Lakes were about 50% frozen; Lake Superior and Lake Erie had high ice coverage while Lake Michigan and Lake Ontario remained mostly open (data provided by NOAA) before warmer air is expected to reduce the ice cover later this week.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announced today that the coyote hunting and trapping season runs until Oct.

14 — hunters must hold a base license and nonresidents need a fur harvester license.

Construction began Monday on Oakland Avenue in Lansing as crews start sewer separation work followed by repaving from Center Street to Walnut Street—drivers face detours through July, and further work on Cavanaugh between Cedar and MLK is planned for later this summer.

On March 2, Lansing Catholic beat Perry and advanced to a district semifinal against Laingsburg at 5:30 p.m. on March 4; Ithaca and Waverly also won their quarterfinal games and will face Pewamo-Westphalia (at Ovid-Elsie) and DeWitt (at Grand Ledge) respectively.

Michigan State basketball is trending toward a 3-seed in March Madness — Tom Izzo’s team will host Rutgers Thursday at 8 p.m. on FS1 and travel to Michigan Sunday at 4:30 p.m. on CBS as bracketology updates emerge.

Seven Greater Lansing boys basketball teams will chase regional titles this week as East Lansing faces Loy Norrix today while Sexton, Pewamo-Westphalia and Fowler vie for championship rounds.

Each team needs two wins to advance to the next stage.

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.

Lansing Home & Garden Show

2 PM – 5 PM — Farm Bureau Pavilion — Cost info not provided — Explore the strongest Home & Garden show in the Mid-Michigan area.

Book Signing with Anthony Brogdon

12-1:30 p.m. — Gregory's Soul Food — $10 for the book — Attend a presentation and get your copy of the Black Business Book autographed by the author.

Pi Day 5k Run

9-11 a.m. — Hawk Island Park — Registration required — Celebrate Pi Day with a fun 5k run in the scenic Hawk Island Park.

Michigan Buggy Builders Show

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Lansing Center — Registration required — Explore a vibrant indoor swap meet for off-road buggy enthusiasts featuring vendors and custom builds.

G1/G2 Bi-Sectional Conference 2026

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Bessey Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a day of networking, learning, and brotherhood at the APO Region G Bi-Sectional Spring Conference.

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

11 AM – 1 PM — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the musical journey of the legendary duo, Simon & Garfunkel.