Good Day
Lansing
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ University Weiner will open a second location at Lansing Shuffle on May 15 to reach a broader local audience. The business plans quick service and local partnerships * including promotions with the Lansing Lugnuts. The State News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen local artists will display their work this weekend at the final Cottage Lane home at 128 Regent St. The Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired cottage features a secret pool room and will host live ukulele music Friday evening as a last chance for public visits before developer Dave Muylle moves in. Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ Local musician Apollo, a former St. Johns High School junior with 80+ million streams, is staging a comeback with his upcoming EP ‘The Boy Who Cried Wolf’ on his Midwest Kids Collective label; his first single ‘Logan’ is now available on streaming services & he remains committed to his Michigan roots. Lansing City Pulse
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teens in Lansing can apply for lifeguard, summer camp counselor and other city jobs with pay ranging from $15 to $20 an hour, while younger teens may work in zoo maintenance roles if they secure work permits (check with their school counselor). Lansing City Pulse
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA predicted the aurora borealis might have lit the sky during Tuesday's Lyrids meteor shower, and Michigan residents have a slim chance of seeing them tonight—Alaska and states near the border offered the best odds. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Flooding and heavy rain have delayed spring planting as waterlogged fields in mid-Michigan hinder tractors. Experts warn crop yields may drop if the weather does not improve and farmers are waiting for a temporary break in the rain. WKAR
- ➤ Purdue’s Aeroeco lab — tracking bird migration — reported that about 5.5 million birds are set to fly tonight over Michigan, and scientists urge residents to dim outdoor lights to help the birds navigate safely. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eaton County declared a local state of emergency after severe storms caused widespread damage and officials began checking if the county will get state or federal aid. Residents with uninsured losses are urged to document their damage to help build a case for assistance. FOX 47
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State Police will host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25, with all 31 posts in Lansing open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for safe disposal of unused or expired medications — a move that helps reduce drug misuse and environmental risks. Stacks 92.1
- ➤ Due to recent floodwaters and early warm weather, experts say mosquitoes will thrive in standing water found in bird baths, kiddie pools, and clogged gutters — residents can reduce breeding areas by removing these water sources. Lansing State Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A Minnesota developer pulled his $90M, 13-story downtown proposal for East Lansing before the April 21 council vote. He will resubmit revised designs in the coming months amid local concerns about the building's height + parking plans. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Greater Lansing prep teams, including Fowlerville and Lansing Catholic, secured wins in softball, baseball, soccer and tennis at local school fields with key pitching plus decisive plays driving the contests. Lansing State Journal
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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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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of singing and socializing in Lansing's lively karaoke scene.
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~ Abraham Lincoln
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