Good Day
Lansing
Monday, March 31st, 2025
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Kristana Mobile Home Park in Lansing got a Friday notice to leave by April 1 because of declining occupancy, and managers said they will offer 30 days of hotel housing starting today. Neighbors say the short notice leaves little time to pack and worry about issues such as water shutoffs, storage concerns, and finding new homes. WLNS
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On March 29, Brrs, Beards and Brews: A Lumberjack Festival was held in Old Town Lansing where teams competed in contests such as swinging sausages and beard competitions—hundreds joined to enjoy the quirky events. Organizers hosted a variety of skill-testing challenges that brought local residents together in a lively celebration. WJIM AM
- ➤ The Capital City Film Festival will show over 100 short films bundled by theme, featuring packages like 'Absurdly Funny' + 'ReelAbilities' at venues including Central United Methodist Church, Stage One, and Robin Theatre. Screenings start Wednesday, April 2 at 8:15 p.m. and continue through April 12 with free events and discussions. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan House will focus on bills—aiming to form a public safety and violence prevention fund that cuts 1.5% of sales tax revenue for local governments and sheriff’s departments after spring break. The bipartisan measure will give funds based on local crime rates—areas with less drop in violent crime risk losing support. WKAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aldi is recalling Happy Farms Colby Jack shredded cheese after customer complaints reported possible metal fragments that could hurt if swallowed. The recall covers products with best by dates July 13 and July 14 and involves about 400 cases across Michigan, Connecticut and Ohio. WJIM AM
- ➤ Michigan consumers are advised to check their fridges as Cargill Kitchen Solutions is recalling 212,268 pounds of liquid eggs due to possible sodium hypochlorite contamination from a cleaning product—affected items include Egg Beaters original and cage free egg substitutes and Bob Evans Better’n Eggs sold in 32 oz cartons coded G1804, which should be discarded or returned for a refund. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State basketball ended its season on Sunday when Auburn beat the Spartans 70-64 in the Elite Eight of March Madness. The loss ended the team's run and dashed Coach Tom Izzo’s Final Four hopes. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Jeremy Fears Jr. led MSU to a 73-70 win over Ole Miss, which gave the Spartans a 30-win season and left them one win from the Final Four. MSU will play Auburn in Sunday’s regional final at State Farm Arena at 5:05 p.m. — Fears has shown strong play since his recovery from a thigh injury — as the team looks to keep winning. Lansing State Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of singing, socializing, and delicious food at this popular karaoke event.
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Easter Bunny Pet Photos Fundraiser
11 AM – 3 PM — Feeders Pet Supply — Donation-based — Capture fun moments with your pets alongside the Easter Bunny while supporting Happy Feet Pet Rescue.
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Lansing Symphony Orchestra Pops Series
7:30–9:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — $30-$65 — Experience the unforgettable sounds of disco, pop, and R&B through the voices of LaKisha Jones and Nova Payton.
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Michigan State Spartans vs. Washington Huskies
5 PM — Secchia Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the Spartans take on the Huskies live in an exciting showdown.
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DoNot Stop Half Marathon, 5k/10k
12 AM - 12 PM — Adado Riverfront Park — Entry fee required — Enjoy a race combining fitness with delicious donuts while supporting a worthy cause.
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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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