Good Day
Lansing
Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rain forced the annual Capitol lawn Easter egg hunt indoors to Grewal Hall (224 S. Washington Square) on April 4; families lined up and enjoyed an egg walk with treats from local businesses. Lansing State Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, flooding at The Quarters apartments in East Lansing left cars submerged and residents scrambling for transportation while nearby roads were briefly closed; management did not comment. FOX 47
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy customers will see electric bills rise by 8.9% starting May 1 as the Michigan Public Service Commission approved a $276.6 million rate hike; the increase follows last year's change and could signal more hikes later. This decision affects more than 2 million households. WJIM AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Flooding on campus has led officials to set up barricades on walkways near the Red Cedar River – a known flood zone – and warn students and staff to stay clear of those areas. Crews will monitor conditions until April 9 and may cancel events if the flooding worsens. The State News
- ➤ MSU’s Board of Trustees will vote on Friday, April 10, to split a $330M energy project into a heat-and-power unit and chilled water plant and to fund the Spartan Success Center for first-generation students at the Hannah Administration Building while considering a 98-acre land donation in Escanaba for academic research. The State News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The MSU Pollinators Club installed its first bee hotel—located near Baker Woodlot and across from the MSU Surplus store—on Wednesday, Apr. 1 to boost native bee populations and local plant pollination; it plans to add two more hotels this month. The State News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USDA announced it will close Michigan's four Forest Service research facilities as part of a restructuring plan that moves its headquarters to Salt Lake City, affecting sites in East Lansing & Houghton. A state forestry researcher said the closures may impact nearly 3 million acres of forestland. Lansing State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michigan has doubled out-of-state placements for youths with severe mental health needs since local facilities closed after the pandemic, forcing children to travel hundreds of miles for care. Families say high costs and long distances challenge visits as state officials work to boost local capacity. Bridge Michigan
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Nikki Smith earned the all-around title at the NCAA Tempe Regional Final with a score of 39.725 as MSU Gymnastics fell short of qualifying for the NCAA Championships after losses to Florida and Georgia. The meet marked her final collegiate appearance as the Spartans ended their season at 197.000. The State News
- ➤ Michigan beat Arizona on Saturday to earn a championship spot and will face UConn at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Monday, April 6 at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $181 + buy soon +. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Last Saturday at Arizona State, MSU gymnastics scored 197.000 in the NCAA Tempe Regional and finished third behind Florida and Georgia, missing a spot in the NCAA Championships. The Spartans wrapped up their fifth straight regional final appearance with individual qualifiers to be announced Monday. Lansing State Journal
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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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