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The Ingham County Prosecutor's Office and Small Talk Children's Advocacy Center recognized Child Abuse Awareness Month by planting 50 blue and silver pinwheels outside the Veterans Memorial Courthouse on Monday, Apr.

6. The event also featured courtroom advocate dog Basil and about 20 community members.

Steve Tennes is finishing pruning at his 213-acre Country Mill Farms southwest of East Lansing as he monitors spring temperatures to protect apple, peach and blueberry crops.

The farm will open its u-pick season for organic blueberries on July 22 and schedule family fall harvest events later.

Capital City Film Festival opens today with First Feature, a documentary on former MSU student Thomas Reilly-King.

The film details his bold filmmaking journey from student projects to local screenings — showcasing his creative dedication.

The Capital City Film Festival will feature ‘Desire: The Carl Craig Story’ at 6 p.m. April 16 at Central United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall—a film that highlights the Detroit native’s legacy while offering local viewers a taste of unique storytelling.

Festival organizers have carefully curated a diverse lineup.

A Consumer Reports analysis released April 7 compared grocery prices to Walmart, showing that wholesale stores like Costco and BJ's offer savings while premium chains cost more.

Shoppers in Lansing can use the ranking to decide where to spend less.

Flood warnings remain active after heavy weekend rains overfilled Michigan rivers (affecting counties such as Ingham and Kent), and officials urge residents to avoid flooded streets as more rain is forecast for Friday morning, Apr.

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Consumers Energy plans to sell its 13 dams to Confluence Hydro for $1 each, prompting community concerns + state regulators to push for careful review.

The Michigan Public Service Commission will decide on the deal later this year while the company asserts that the buyer will operate the dams safely.

P-W's Grady Eklund, the second all-time leading scorer in Greater Lansing, led the Michigan Sports Writers Division 3 all-state squad after guiding his team to a state title, while coach Dominic Schneider earned top Division 3 honors after a 27 to 2 season.

Michigan State hockey senior center Tiernan Shoudy signed a professional contract with the Wheeling Nailers for the rest of the 2025-26 season, making him the eighth Spartan to go pro using his trusted play in key moments under coach Adam Nightingale.

Michigan State starting guard Rashunda Jones entered the transfer portal Tuesday, becoming the fourth Spartan women's basketball player to do so and reducing the team's roster to five players.

Michigan State women's basketball starter Rashunda Jones entered the transfer portal on Tuesday, April 7 after averaging 11.7 points per game and starting 28 of 31 games last season.

Her move leaves Kennedy Blair as the only primary starter returning.

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.