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Sunday, April 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ ASMSU held its General Assembly elections last week with only a small increase in voter turnout as many students did not know about the vote and some said the process was rushed because of ice cream incentives. Proposal 2 passed by a narrow margin — critics said the vote did not allow enough time for careful consideration, and ASMSU officials promised to improve the voting process in the next session. The State News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan will receive support from Indiana Department of Transport after an ice storm hit northern lower Michigan two weeks ago—four nine-person debris removal teams are set to arrive today to clear downed trees and debris from key roads. Michigan Department of Transportation has already deployed maintenance crews and equipment from several regions—these efforts are aimed at speeding recovery operations. WLNS
- ➤ On April 12, Montie House in East Lansing held a tree planting event where Till Utopia Garden donated four edible trees—redbud, American plum, elderberry, and chokeberry—and arborist Kelley Smith taught members proper planting techniques to improve food access and tree canopy equity in the community. The State News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Demonstrators are gathering outside Congressman Tom Barrett's office in Lansing and Congressman Tim Walberg's office in Jackson to protest the SAVE Act, a bill passed earlier this week that would require voters to show a passport or birth certificate (and add extra steps for name changes). The bill now heads to the Michigan Senate where its future is uncertain. WLNS
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Johnsonville recalled 22,672 pounds of Bacon Cheddar Bratwurst made in February after plastic pieces were found in 19-ounce trays with package code B9FOD and Est. 1647—consumers are urged to return the product for a refund or discard it to avoid health risks. WJIM AM
- ➤ The USDA warns consumers that some popular soup and bowl products may be contaminated with wood after a cilantro recall found foreign material—items were shipped to stores in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio and should be thrown away or returned. WLNS
- ➤ Aldi recalled Inspired Cuisine Baby Potatoes and Herbs and Butter sold in Michigan after undeclared milk was detected in 385g packages with a use by date of April 12; consumers are advised to discard the items or return them for a refund. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State University baseball beat Northwestern 10-0 in eight innings with junior Joseph Dzierwa pitching seven scoreless innings and sophomore Parker Picot hitting a grand slam. The win snapped a six-game losing streak and improved Michigan State's record to 18-15 as they get ready to start the series at 1 p.m. today. The State News
- ➤ MSU baseball fought back from a 7-2 deficit in extra innings but lost game one of their three-game series to Northwestern 11-10. Coach Boss said four unearned runs due to defensive errors—preventable mistakes by the team—cost the Spartans the win. The State News
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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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BLACKOUT - Live Pro Wrestling
7-9:30 p.m. — Royal Scot Golf & Bowl — All ages welcome — Experience thrilling matches featuring top wrestling talent at the annual BLACKOUT event.
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Michigan State University Softball vs Iowa
12:00 AM — Secchia Stadium — Free entry — Catch the action as MSU faces off against Iowa in a thrilling softball match.
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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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