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Lansing
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Union City and Three Rivers began cleanup after tornadoes damaged homes and blocked roads over the weekend. Gov. Whitmer declared a state of emergency and state resources were deployed to support recovery and help neighbors restore services. Lansing State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Potter Park Zoo announced on Monday that Vikentii, a 16-year-old Amur tiger cherished by visitors and known for playing in the snow, was euthanized after a health decline from arthritis. His passing marks the end of an inspiring chapter at the zoo. Lansing City Pulse
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michigan’s expanded Early Childhood Educator Wage Initiative now gives $200 monthly for part-time and $300 for full-time child care providers in 10 regional coalitions. The program will run through September and aims to boost financial stability for educators selected based on need. WKAR
- ➤ Michigan recorded its highest four-year graduation rate in 2025, reaching 84% according to the state Department of Education, up from last year’s 82.8%. The gains came as minority, military-connected, and economically disadvantaged students all improved, with local districts reporting steady progress. WJIM AM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Forecasts call for a mix of rain and snow returning to Lansing and surrounding areas by late Saturday night into Sunday. Some parts along I-96 may see up to 7 inches (5-6 inches in Lansing), which could prompt increased plow activity this weekend. WJIM AM
- ➤ Ingham County Emergency Manager Rob Dale said severe weather is returning after recent storms; he urged residents to sign up for local alert systems and identify safe shelter locations as forecasts indicate stronger storms might arrive after evening. FOX 47
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State and local officials encourage residents to join a statewide tornado drill scheduled for 1 p.m. on March 18 during Severe Weather Awareness Week from March 15 to 21. Families are urged to prepare emergency kits + review safe shelter locations ahead of severe weather risks. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ State officials and Gov. Whitmer are asking why the National Weather Service did not issue a tornado watch near Union City after deadly storms caused four deaths in southwest counties last week. They call for a federal review (concerns include possible impacts from past budget cuts). WKAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ KJ Torbert was named Michigan Mr. Basketball (the first in the area since 2000) as he led East Lansing to a state championship run while joining three past winners in celebrating Greater Lansing's long basketball legacy. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ DeWitt girls basketball beat Sturgis 39-38 on March 9, 2026 with a key play by Carly Dennis, and the Panthers will face Holt in the regional final on March 11. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ High school girls basketball teams from Greater Lansing played Monday in the regional games with matchups (Division 1 at Holt, Division 2 at Alma and Tecumseh, Division 3 at New Lothrop and Division 4 at Fowler) and finals for all divisions will be held Wednesday. Lansing State Journal
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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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Dirty Dancing in Concert
8-11 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Tickets starting at $180 — Experience the nostalgia and excitement of Dirty Dancing in a live concert setting.
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Chippewas vs. Spartans Baseball Game
3:35-6:30 p.m. — Kobs Field — Tickets from $10 — Witness an exciting college baseball showdown between the Central Michigan Chippewas and Michigan State Spartans.
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