Good morning, Lansing.

Frances Park offers visitors a peaceful urban retreat with a rose garden featuring 155 varieties, picnic areas, and woodland trails near the Grand River.

Named for Mrs. S. Frances Moores (donor from 1918), the park brings nature and recreation close to the city.

Volunteers will begin cleaning state highways under MDOT's Adopt-A-Highway program on Saturday, April 11, gathering to remove litter from rural roads across southern Michigan, and additional clean-ups are planned for summer & fall.

On Saturday, heavy rains flooded The Quarters parking lot and left dozens of cars damaged.

Neighbors remain upset over recurring floods as management said the pump was fully operational while an overflow from a nearby drainage field caused the incident.

Westlund's Apple Market in Lansing wants to bring The All-American Rejects to perform for a parking lot concert as part of their House Party Tour.

The store asks fans to tag the band on social media (boosting support) for the planned event.

Gas prices in Michigan dropped after five weeks of increases, with rates averaging about $3.81 a gallon in Lansing today—drivers still pay roughly 60 cents more than last month amid pressure from rising oil prices.

Teacher Dee Smith of Ashley Community Schools from a small village north of Lansing will travel 1,300 miles to NASA's Johnson Space Center in Texas in a few months—joining NASA's LiftOff Summer Institute to gain hands-on space experience for her classroom.

On April 6, NOAA reported Great Lakes ice cover dropped to 7.44%, with Lake St. Clair completely ice-free and Lake Huron showing 15.17% ice near the Straits of Mackinac.

Researchers continue daily tracking as the winter ice season recedes post-peak.

Heavy rains last week pushed water into low-lying areas across Lansing and Eaton County, leaving some roads closed as flood warnings remain for several rivers.

Officials advise caution as light showers are forecast for Wednesday night + rains are expected on Thursday.

Dyson Mingo, an environmental science major and top Falco player at MSU Esports, is known for his skill and warmth in the gaming lounge.

He travels to tournaments across the Midwest and earned a varsity roster spot with scholarship, showing strong talent and community spirit (Bloomfield Hills native).

Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in overtime for the Flyers on Sunday, Apr.

5 after signing on March 29, as several MSU players signed pro deals while key underclassmen, including freshman Ryker Lee, will return to the Spartans next season.

Boom Ball will bring its high-energy baseball show to Jackson Field on July 4 (fans will enjoy interactive gameplay, music and fireworks during a two-hour event).

Michigan Sports Writers announced the Division 4 boys basketball all-state teams yesterday, spotlighting Concord’s championship run with top honors for Jett Smith and coach Marcus Gill — selections that came after the season closed at Michigan State’s Breslin Center.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.