Good Day
Lansing
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ MSU seniors Tanvi Gadamsetti and Madhav Aggarwal pitched their start-up BRCĒ on Shark Tank this week and secured a $300,000 deal for 20% of the company + they said their innovative grippy shoelace material is designed to reduce ankle injuries at school and work. Lansing City Pulse
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wharton Center at Michigan State University is set to host the Tony Award-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo from March 10 to March 15 with evening+matinee performances. The Broadway show brings a funny yet heartfelt story to the local community. Stacks 92.1
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A state audit found that MDHHS did not consistently check credentials for school services staff from July 2022 to Sept. 2024, which delayed timely federal reimbursements. The department said it will update its internal review process within 60 days. WKAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Carrie Rheingans is advancing two bills that will require insurers to disclose when using artificial intelligence in claims processing and treatment decisions amid warnings from health professionals that unregulated AI may risk patient care; a survey shows 71% of insurers already use or plan AI. FOX 47
- ➤ Michigan municipalities that host recreational cannabis dispensaries will receive 2025 tax revenue as state sales dropped 3% last year; Lansing will see $1.4 million from its 26 licenses + payments are based on roughly $54,000 per license. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The DeWitt girls basketball team captured its fourth straight district title today after beating East Lansing 51-41, with Sophia Beland scoring 18 points, and will face Sturgis in the Division 1 regional semifinals on Monday, Mar. 9 at Holt High School. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Holt girls basketball beat Okemos 47-46 on Friday, with Olivia Gadson and Maya Barker scoring key points for their fourth consecutive district championship win (Holt 18-5). Holt coach Edwin Jones said the win builds respect and promises ongoing program growth. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Regional finals on March 5 provided final scores for four divisions and set up boys basketball quarterfinal matchups for Tuesday, March 10; most games will be held at neutral sites (except one team that upset its way to a hosting role). Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The Spartans tied 3-3 with Minnesota on March 6 before awaiting their Big Ten tournament semifinals opponent on March 14 at Munn Ice Arena. MSU freshman goaltender Melvin Strahl made 32 saves in his third career start during the match + he helped secure a hard-fought result. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The Lugnuts have posted a part-time job for Big Lug, a mascot who will entertain fans at games starting in late March in Lansing. The role requires an energetic person available Friday & Sunday with a flexible schedule and experience-based pay. Lansing State Journal
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Sibelius, Puts & Beethoven Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the LSO's performance featuring works by Sibelius, Puts, and Beethoven.
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