Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
Good morning, Lansing.
🏘️ Community
The Diocese of Lansing announced nearly a dozen priest reassignments across 10 parishes in locations including Lansing, East Lansing, Brighton, and Mason, with changes set to take effect July 1.
Bishop Earl Boyea made the announcement Monday.
💼 Business
Two Michigan State University seniors will pitch their startup BRCĒ with patented untie-resistant shoelaces on ABC’s Shark Tank tonight from 10 to 11 p.m. A watch party will be held at Lansing Brewing Company (518 E.
Shiawassee St.) to support them.
🎭 Culture
Wharton Center celebrates its 45th anniversary season with a Broadway series that includes Beetlejuice, Six, The Notebook, The Outsiders, The Lion King, Hell’s Kitchen, Boop! and Phantom of the Opera.
Tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. today to bring high-caliber theater—worthy of legacy performances—to East Lansing.
Wharton Center announced its 45th Broadway Series season for 2026 to 2027 with six shows and two special events; upcoming productions include The Lion King from April 8 to 27, 2027 and The Phantom of the Opera from Aug.
25 to Sept. 5, 2027 with season subscriptions on sale.
🎓 Education
Officials from Potterville and Fowlerville are among six candidates interviewed for Holt’s superintendent role (as David Hornak retires at year’s end).
Public interviews will be held on March 11 and 12 in the board room at 5780 W. Holt Rd., with a final selection expected by summer.
Christopher Hansen, a Potterville Middle School teacher, received an Excellence in Education award from the Michigan Lottery that offers a $2,000 cash prize now and a chance at $10,000 later.
The honor recognizes his work with seventh and eighth grade students both in and out of the classroom.
🏥 Health
Michigan native actor Bruce Campbell said on Monday, March 2 (via social media) that his treatable, not curable, cancer diagnosis will affect his work schedule.
His announcement has drawn support from fellow actors.
🏈 Sports
Ava Harmon, one of the area's top high school swimmers, transferred from Holt after freshman year and quickly found success with a new female coach — Madelyn Zink — who helped her overcome mental challenges and earn third-place finishes in major meets.
She now plans to pursue collegiate or club swimming.
The Sexton boys basketball team won 58 to 55 against Michigan Center at Fowlerville High School on March 3, securing their spot in the regional final against Chelsea on March 5.
Key free throws by Murray, Brown and Summerville helped the team rally late.
MSU's Kennedy Blair earned second team All Big Ten honors Tuesday as she boosted her averages to 13.9 points, 7.1 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 2.4 steals to lead the Spartans.
Coach Robyn Fralick said her growth impressed on both offense and defense.
🎉 Lansing Events
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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.
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.
Music of America: Richard Sherman and Eric Zuber
7:30-10:30 p.m. — College of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance by Richard Sherman and Eric Zuber at Cook Recital Hall.
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