Good Day
Lansing
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Lansing can join a local Easter egg hunt (Capitol Lawn and Washington Square) on April 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a candy giveaway and community fun as part of the holiday weekend celebrations. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ After a harsh winter with Code Blue teams extending shelter-run hours, homelessness advocates warn that limited housing options mean more tents and encampments will appear. City programs are now reassessing strategies as winter has ended and housing remains scarce. Lansing City Pulse
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mac's Bar hosts a popular open mic every Monday night where local comics gather to perform before 9 p.m. The event welcomes both seasoned and aspiring performers with a supportive atmosphere & a growing local comedy culture. Lansing City Pulse
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Social Security beneficiaries get SSI payments today while regular benefits will be issued on April 8 for birthdays one to ten, April 15 for birthdays eleven to twenty, and April 22 for birthdays twenty-one to thirty-one + the COLA raised payments by 2.8% since January. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Deep Green’s planned fuel cell power plant in a low-income Lansing neighborhood faces strong community opposition over potential environmental and health risks. City council will vote on the project and related zoning changes soon + residents call for halting industrial development in residential areas. Lansing City Pulse
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State hockey senior center Charlie Stramel, a transfer from Wisconsin, led the Spartans with 44 points & served as an alternate captain before sustaining a broken ankle in the final game; he helped secure an overtime win at Penn State and earned All-Big Ten First Team honors. The State News
- ➤ Trey Augustine, the Michigan State goalie from South Lyon, signed a three-year entry-level deal with Detroit Red Wings’ AHL affiliate on Tuesday; his contract will start next season after he boosted the Spartans’ strong college record. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ MSU men's basketball players hosted a pickup game at IM West Tuesday with students. The event allowed fans to meet five players during casual hoops (including dunk contests and creative moves) following a recent loss. The State News
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Engage in a fun evening of karaoke and culinary delights with friends.
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Clue on Stage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic mystery game brought to life on stage with unexpected twists.
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Color Pop 5K Fun Run
Color Pop 5K Fun Run — All Day — Capital Region International Airport — Registration fees apply — Celebrate movement and fun in vibrant color at this community-based run.
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2026 Michigan Safety Conference
1 PM – 4 PM — Lansing Center — Check website for pricing — Enhance your workplace safety skills and network with professionals at this annual conference.
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Resistance Welding Training Seminar
8 AM – 5 PM — Hilton Garden Inn Lansing West — Ticket information available — Enhance your skills in resistance welding with expert-led intensive training.
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MSU Concert Orchestra: Making Herstory
7:30 PM — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Reserve your seat — Experience an inspiring orchestral performance featuring music by women composers.
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MSU Concert Band and Campus Band Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy an evening of diverse band music featuring works by renowned composers like Gustav Holst and Reena Esmail.
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MSU Symphony Orchestra Season Finale
7:30 PM — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant evening of international dance-inspired music performed by the MSU Symphony Orchestra.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of karaoke at a beloved local hangout with food and drinks.
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MSU Choirs with Wind Symphony
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Cobb Great Hall at Wharton Center — Ticket prices may vary — Experience a night of harmonious performances by the MSU Choirs accompanied by the Wind Symphony.
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