Wednesday, March 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lansing police are calling for public assistance in locating 28-year-old Raequan Jahmare-Steffon Brown, last seen February 11 near Gier Park. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ University of Michigan Health-Sparrow commenced the demolition of the old Eastern High School in Lansing to make way for a new psychiatric facility, despite preservationists' efforts to save the site. Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ United Way's VITA tax preparation mobile unit is touring the Lansing area to offer free tax filing assistance to households earning under $67,000, aiming to alleviate the financial burden of tax season. FOX 47
- ➤ Sheri Jones, a veteran news anchor with WLNS 6 News, is retiring on May 9 after a 35-year career covering significant events and has been inducted into Michigan's Broadcasting and Journalism Halls of Fame. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The 'For the Love of Blankets' initiative, started by nurse Christina Zimmerman at McLaren Greater Lansing, has expanded hospital-wide thanks to community support and grants, aiming to provide warmth and comfort to patients. Stacks 92.1
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-96 at US-127 in Lansing, Michigan, is closed in both directions due to a collision between a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck. WLNS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wharton Center in East Lansing announces its 2025-2026 Broadway Series, featuring six premieres and two returning classics. Stacks 92.1
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan State Outdoors Club, founded in 1927, enriches student lives by offering accessible outdoor adventures and fostering a welcoming community. WKAR
SPORTS NEWS
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Friday Karaoke Night at The Avenue Cafe
Friday Karaoke at The Avenue Cafe in Lansing offers an entertaining evening filled with music and socializing, featuring a welcoming stage for singers of all levels.
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Grease Performance at Lansing Catholic High School
The Lansing Catholic High School Performing Arts presents a live performance of 'Grease'.
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Time to Paddy - St. Patrick's Themed 5k/10k and Half Marathon
The Time to Paddy event features a family-friendly St. Patrick's themed 5k/10k run and Lucky 13.1 Half Marathon at Burchard Park, with attractive swag for participants.
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Life of Pi - Theater Performance
Experience the dramatic adaptation of 'Life of Pi' at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts in East Lansing.
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Comprehensive Arborist Training in Lansing, Michigan
This event offers in-depth training on climbing, rigging, and emergency response techniques, providing 5.75 CEU credits and adhering to established safety standards.
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Life of Pi Performance
A theatrical adaptation of the acclaimed novel 'Life of Pi' will be performed at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts in East Lansing.
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Pi Day 5k: A Fun Run for Science
The Pi Day 5k is a community fun run event at Hawk Island Park aimed at raising funds for the Impression 5 Science Center.
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MC Lyte Live Performance
MC Lyte will be performing live at Grewal Hall in Lansing, offering fans a chance to experience her music in an intimate setting.
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St. Patrick's Day Irish Song Sing-Along
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by singing traditional Irish songs with song leaders in a lively atmosphere, complete with provided lyric sheets and a beverage.
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Great Lakes Vegetation Management Conference 2025
This conference will cover various sessions on vegetation management, providing networking opportunities and continuing education credits.
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11th Annual Evening to Change a Child's Story
All are welcome to CASA for Kids Inc.'s 11th Annual Evening to Change a Child's Story gala! Enjoy live and silent auctions, delicious food, great people, and help to change the stories of local children experiencing the foster care system.
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