Good Day
Lansing
Monday, April 13th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Okemos Coffee Shop opened on March 20, turning a former auto repair shop into a bright space with brewed coffee, lattes, pastries and local art. Owner Angela Risk renovated the building at 1732 Hamilton Road, and the new shop has quickly become a community meeting spot. WJIM AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ APASO co-hosted a historic listening session at MSU’s Multicultural Center on April 11 to gather community input for a potential Smithsonian museum addition. Student advocates and state officials supported the event as local voices helped shape Asian Pacific American heritage. The State News
- ➤ Local voters selected the top five Indian restaurants in a 2025 Top of the Town contest by WKAR and City Pulse; winners include Grains Indian Cuisine, Persis Indian Grill, Sindhu Indian Cuisine, Sree Saffron and Swagath Indian Cuisine, which offer authentic Indian meals in Lansing, Okemos and East Lansing. Lansing City Pulse
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local business I-CYCLE, started by Michael Arrieta, taught adults and children how to ride a bicycle on Saturday, Apr. 11 in an empty church parking lot using pedal removal to help beginners coast. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Michigan professor at MSU cautions that some new rules for AI chatbots may lack needed research & risk user safety as lawmakers consider proposals like the Kids Over Clicks initiative aimed at protecting minors. Further review is expected in upcoming policy discussions. The State News
- ➤ At MSU Union Sunday afternoon, Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich) spoke at a panel on the Sudanese civil war and said she would consult with colleagues about restoring a U.S. envoy to Sudan. The event was part of a series hosted by MSU student groups and the Najwa Foundation. The State News
- ➤ At MSU, trustees were divided as five members signed a statement defending the general counsel while three quietly backed a dossier questioning Quinn’s handling of key issues. The split, announced Sunday, underscores ongoing governance tensions at the university. The State News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MSU baseball snapped a nearly two-year losing streak against Michigan with a 10-5 win in a home series game. The Spartans will seek momentum ahead of their Tuesday game against Oakland. The State News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Experience a fun evening of singing and socializing with Ruckus Ramen's delicious offerings.
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Swift Night Out: Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Smith Floral & Greenhouses — Free entry — Witness hundreds of Chimney Swifts swirling before their evening roost in a magical urban wildlife spectacle.
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