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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new Planet Fitness is set to open on Lansing’s northside at the Heights at Eastwood lifestyle center at 2435 Showtime Drive in late 2025—this 20,177 square-foot facility will be the fourth mid-Michigan location. Stacks 92.1
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, April 6, officers on U.S. 127 near Barnes Road shot and killed a man after he became noncompliant and produced multiple knives during a 911 call about a freeway hazard (Michigan State Police are investigating the incident and urge anyone with information to come forward). Lansing State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, MSU and Consumers Energy celebrated a partnership by awarding $250,000 to help college graduates start their careers in Michigan at a ceremony in the redesigned lobby of MSU's East Wilson Hall. The funding supports the College of Engineering’s CoRe program—an integrated learning and living community—that offers tutoring, corporate tours and academic advising for future engineers. Michigan State University Today
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of East Lansing’s Human Rights Commission will host a discussion on protest and free speech at Hooked, 3142 E. Grand River Ave., Lansing from 1-3 p.m. on April 13—community members are invited to attend and share their views on this important issue. City of East Lansing
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City leaders held a groundbreaking today for Tower on the Grand, a planned 320-foot building with 28 stories of retail and residential space in downtown Lansing. Developers say the project will include (335,000 square feet with an attached parking garage and nearly one acre of outdoor space) and will bring millions in construction costs to local workers as it nears completion in a little more than two years. WLNS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fowler’s senior Katie Spicer earned a second Michigan Sports Writers all-state first team honor after leading the girls basketball team to a Division 4 state championship this winter, averaging 12.6 points, 4.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 3.1 steals; the Eagles finished the season 27-2 with key wins in the state semifinal and final. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Michigan State football added four transfer receivers to support stars Nick Marsh and Jack Velling after opponents focused on them last season. The new players, including experienced transfers, are expected to spread the field—helping the team build a stronger passing attack for the upcoming fall. Lansing State Journal
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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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Easter Dinner Buffet
11 AM – 8 PM — Capital Prime — $65 ($28 for ages 6-12, free for ages 5 and under) — Enjoy a festive buffet featuring prime rib, ham, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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Lansing Lugnuts vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps
6:05-10:05 p.m. — Jackson Field — Affordable tickets available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball live in East Lansing.
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Trees, Water, and Worms Earth Week Open House
5:30-7 p.m. — Grand Ledge Area District Library — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Week with hands-on STEAM activities and learn about ecosystems and recycling.
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April Real Estate Meetup with Roxanne Case
6-8 p.m. — Achieve Real Estate Team — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate enthusiasts and learn from local expert Roxanne Case.
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Dave & Buster's Lansing VIP Night
6:00 p.m. — Dave & Buster's - Lansing — RSVP required — Enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and gameplay at the new venue in Lansing.
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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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