Good morning, Lansing.

Sheetz plans to expand its Michigan base to nearly 20 stores by year-end, adding a location under construction in East Lansing and another in Warren.

The company will also launch 100 Indiana stores over the next decade with plans to create long-term jobs.

The Spartan Stampede rodeo, held Feb.

13-15 at Michigan State, attracted 6,500 fans and showcased student-led efforts that delivered an inclusive celebration of Western heritage. MSU students organized every detail—from barrel racing highlights to community outreach—for a memorable family event.

Clue is touring the Wharton Center with a mix of mystery and comedy that transforms a spooky mansion set into an immersive stage.

The 90-minute show (no intermission) features lively performances, playful nods to a classic board game and film, and fast twists that invite Lansing theater fans.

East Lansing City Council designated the city as a pollinator-friendly community with a 10-year commitment, reducing chemical pesticides and building safe habitats for bees and other insects (an effort that supports local agriculture and landscapes).

Mass transit systems in rural Michigan are facing rising fuel costs and a shortage of bus drivers, noted the state's top transit official; local agencies including CATA + SMART must stretch limited funding as inflation pressures operating costs.

CATA’s Road Ahead transit study invites community input through open houses on Wednesday, Apr.

15 at East Lansing Public Library from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Tuesday, May 12 at Foster Community Center from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Raw Farm has recalled several cheddar cheeses after the FDA linked unpasteurized milk cheeses to an E. coli outbreak that sickened nine and sent three to the hospital.

Consumers should return items bought at Whole Foods Market (or Sprouts Farmers Market) for a refund.

The Lansing Park Board voted Wednesday against recommending the sale of the city-owned riverfront property tied to the Lansing Shuffle to appear on the ballot, leaving the City Council to decide by May 12.

Munn Ice Arena will host a 24-hour hockey game from April 18 to 19 with over 80 players including MSU students to raise funds for pediatric cancer; doors open at 12:15 p.m. on April 18 (a showcase, meet-and-greet and skills competition are included).

East Lansing's KJ Torbert was named the Michigan Sports Writers Division 1 basketball player of the year on Thursday, April 9 after leading his team to the state championship game, and Rockford coach Kyle Clough earned coach of the year as his team lost 54 to 50 for their defeat.

Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale is set to lead the U.S. National Junior Team at the World Junior Championships from Dec.

26 through Jan. 5, stepping away from his MSU role next season. He brings a wealth of USA Hockey experience + a strong coaching record.

KJ Torbert, a Bowling Green signee who led East Lansing to a 27-2 record and state runner-up finish, was named player of the year by Michigan Sports Writers Division 1 all-state team on Apr.

9. Junior Kingston Thomas earned second-team all-state honors.

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.

Pollinators, Yards, and You

6-8 p.m. — East Lansing Public Library — Free entry — Learn how to support local pollinators and discover new sustainable practices for your yard.