Good Day
Lansing
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Flooding from the Looking Glass River has submerged Riverside Park in DeWitt and led some residents to consider an evacuation plan as water levels rise; meteorologists forecast the river will crest at 8 feet by Saturday evening and may take until Monday to recede. FOX 47
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Keith Urban will headline the Ally Community Concert on Saturday, Aug. 29 at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club in Grand Blanc during the Ally Challenge, which runs from Aug. 24 to Aug. 30; tickets start at $15 and go on sale today at 10:00 a.m. WJIM AM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU opened its new Student Recreation and Wellness Center on Wednesday, April 15 to offer triple the workout space, a 50-meter pool, indoor-outdoor areas, and multipurpose courts. The older IM West gym will close on April 25 — its pool stays open until replacement is finished. The State News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service confirmed eight tornadoes from storms on April 14 and 15, including an EF-0 near Lansing that touched down near Newburg Road and traveled 1.7 miles, causing structural damage as survey teams verified additional twisters in west and southeast Michigan. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced planned bridge work on Interstates 69, 96 and 496 along with Old U.S. 27 and M-50, prompting lane or ramp closures beginning Monday, April 20 until work finishes by May 22. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan Sports Writers released the all-state girls basketball teams on Thursday, Apr. 16 – naming Lilly Williams of Howell as Division 1 Player of the Year and awarding Bernard Loudermill of Muskegon as Coach of the Year. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The MSU football team will host its Spring Showcase Saturday, April 18 at Spartan Stadium - fans can enter at 10:30 a.m. for a noon kickoff and later meet new head coach Pat Fitzgerald for autographs as free tickets, parking and concessions are available amid rain showers. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The Big Ten announced a new volleyball tournament that will take place from Nov. 20 to 25 at Fishers Event Center in Fishers, Indiana. Teams such as MSU will challenge for an NCAA bid. The State News
- ➤ East Lansing's Sydney Black and DeWitt's Carly Dennis were named to the Michigan Sports Writers Division 1 all-state girls basketball team on Thursday, April 16 (Black averaged 16.0 points and 6.9 rebounds) and Dennis, the Panthers’ leading scorer (averaging 12.1 points), earned honorable mention. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Anna Wypych, the 2025 Michigan Miss Basketball winner, joined MSU as the Spartans rebuild their roster after nine departures. The former Butler guard returns home to boost the team for her upcoming freshman season. The State News
- ➤ Spartan Stadium will host the Spartan Showcase tomorrow, featuring football activities including photos, games, autographs, and a look at Head Coach Pat Fitzgerald and the 2026 Spartans — admission is free. Stacks 92.1
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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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Imagine National Dance Challenge
All day — Lansing Center — Entry fee varies — Experience a dance competition prioritizing student success and satisfaction.
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Swift Night Out
8-9:30 p.m. — Smith Floral & Greenhouses — Free entry — Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with a mesmerizing display of Chimney Swifts in flight.
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