Good Day
Lansing
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rising gas prices near $4 per gallon have allowed one local EV owner to cut fuel costs by 75% after switching last September, while Evergetic Charging Spa sees daily visitors drop from 10-12 to about 5-6 cars (first-time drivers make up much of the shift). FOX 47
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country on the River Music Festival will take place on August 1 at Fish Ladder Music Park (Old Town) along the riverfront at sunset. The free event offers two stages of local and regional country artists (including noted performers). WJIM AM
- ➤ Lansing hosts a weekend of live music with Move House at Green Door and the Kait Rose Fleetwood Mac Tribute at Grewal Hall. Doors open at 10 p.m. and 7 p.m., respectively, offering fans an interactive experience and a nostalgic musical treat. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Lansing Symphony Orchestra has selected five finalists to replace Timothy Muffitt, who ends his 20th season with a final concert May 15. The finalists are +Scott Seaton, Yue Bao, Joshua Gersen, Shizuo Kuwahara, and James Blachly+; they will lead residency sessions starting Oct. 2 with director named this summer. WKAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU alum and radio host Rebecca Hector spoke at MSU on March 30, sharing her unique journey from an English degree to a career in radio — inspiring students to explore new paths and seize internship opportunities. The State News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three peregrine falcon eggs were found at the nesting box at the Eckert Power Plant, continuing the conservation program started in 2004. The eggs will begin a 35-day incubation period & residents can watch live on BWL’s YouTube channel. WKAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City officials said renovations will begin soon at a red-tagged south Lansing apartment complex, with about two dozen units expected to be available for rent by September — a project aimed at improving local housing options. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State University will host its football Spring Showcase on Saturday, Apr. 18 at Spartan Stadium. Gates open at 10:30 a.m. and visitors will enjoy team photos, practice scrimmages, and autographs with free admission & parking. Stacks 92.1
- ➤ Lansing’s baseball history spans nearly 140 years from the Farmers in 1889 to the Senators and Lancers, with the Lugnuts marking their 30th season with Opening Day this week. Local archives note that pioneer Bud Fowler played for the Senators in 1895. WKAR
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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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Izzo Legacy Run/Walk/Roll
5K and 1-Mile — East Lansing, Michigan — Registration fee applies — Celebrate fitness and community with a scenic run on the MSU campus and a chance to meet Coach Izzo.
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