Good morning, Lansing.

The nonprofit Freetail Store will close on March 31 and its sister organization Capital Area Diaper Bank is looking for a new location after both groups declined to renew their lease at the Lansing Mall because rising rent made staying too costly—Linda Karl said reduced access to free diapers could hurt local families. The diaper bank, which distributed over 350,000 diapers last year, may struggle to serve many in Ingham County.

The Lansing area saw 10 new eateries open in 2025 from January through March—these include coffee shops, casual spots, and a fine dining restaurant across the city.

More restaurants and cafes are set to open later this year.

No.8 MSU gymnastics ended their season with a 24-4 record after a historic run of being in the top 10 every week, winning key meets at Jenison Field House (their final regular season event) and at the Big Ten Championships (where several gymnasts earned honors).

The team now will head to the NCAA Regionals from April 2-6.

After beating Ohio State 4-3 in double overtime, Michigan State hockey earned its second consecutive NCAA Tournament spot as the No. 2 overall seed and will face Cornell at Huntington Center in Toledo on March 27 at 5:30 p.m.—the win secured their top regional seeding.

Michigan State beat New Mexico 71 to 63 on Sunday night as the Spartans advanced to the Sweet 16 — the second time in three seasons with key plays from junior forward Frankie Fidler and senior guard Jaden Akins.

They will face No.6 seed Ole Miss on Friday, March 28 in the South Region semifinal.

Michigan State University baseball won its first Big Ten series of the year on Sunday by defeating Penn State 10—5.

The win improved MSU’s record to 16—7 and the team will play Notre Dame midweek before hosting Illinois for a series starting March 28 at 3:05 p.m.

Michigan State basketball overcame a slow start to beat New Mexico 71-63 and reach the Sweet 16 in March Madness—turning the game with strong second-half plays.

The team will face Ole Miss on Friday in Atlanta.

2025 Brand Protection Strategy Summit

8 AM - 12 PM | Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center | $125-$975 | Engage with industry experts on brand protection strategies and the impact of technology.

Avery Anna Concert

7-11 p.m. | Grewal Hall at 224 | Ticket sales available online | Enjoy an evening with Avery Anna's captivating music in Lansing.

Michigan State Spartans vs. Illinois Fighting Illini Baseball Game

3:35 p.m. — Kobs Field — Tickets available — Catch the action as the Spartans take on the Fighting Illini at home.

Friday Karaoke Night at The Avenue

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of singing, socializing, and delicious food from Ruckus Ramen.

Brookdale Delta On-Site Tour

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Brookdale Delta | Free entry | Explore a cozy assisted living community with vibrant amenities and compassionate caregivers.

Viridis and Campus Choir Concert

7:30-9:45 p.m. — Fairchild Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a captivating musical performance while supporting your favorite cause.

Tyrus - Comedian

7:30 p.m. — Albert A. White Performing Arts Theater — $91+ — Experience the energy of Tyrus live in East Lansing for a night of comedy.

Board Games at The Gaming Cantina

1-10 p.m. — The Gaming Cantina — Free entry — Enjoy a night of free gaming and connect with fellow enthusiasts in a vibrant atmosphere.

Generator Live Performance

6-9 p.m. — UrbanBeat — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant mix of blues, funk, rock, and soul from the dynamic band Generator.

Lansing Lugnuts vs. Great Lakes Loons

6:05 p.m. — Jackson Field — Ticket prices vary — Witness the thrilling matchup between the Lansing Lugnuts and the Great Lakes Loons live on the field.

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.