Good Day
Lansing
Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter in Mason is offering reduced adoption fees at its Empty the Shelters event, where spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped pets are available. The shelter on Buhl Street is open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (adoptions stop at 4:30 p.m.) Stacks 92.1
- ➤ Grassroots Groundwork and a new homeless shelter remain firm in using the name The Nest after a dispute over the shared moniker; the mental health group continues free peer support while the shelter, which has registered the name, is set to open mid-May downtown. Lansing State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, Starfarm will perform at Grewal Hall with an 80s cover set that brings fun and familiar tunes. Meanwhile, local DJs and artists keep the electronic music scene lively at Mac's Bar on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and a free community music festival is planned for Aug. 30. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Wharton Center announced its 2026-27 Performing Arts Season featuring returning icons like Sutton Foster and Yo-Yo Ma and emerging acts at multiple downtown venues — from Broadway cabaret to dance. Performances start in October and continue through May, offering diverse art experiences for the community. Lansing State Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, April 30, gas prices in Lansing jumped nearly $1 per gallon as some stations charged $4.99 for regular unleaded while a local Costco offered it for $4.19, a rise that could affect drivers in the area. Lansing State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU is hosting graduation ceremonies starting today at Breslin Center and Wharton Center. Graduates and families will celebrate Master’s, Doctoral, Nursing and other degrees over the weekend with events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Stacks 92.1
- ➤ MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz received over two dozen emails from the Jewish community raising concerns that leftist commentator Hasan Piker's campus visit could promote extremist views (including antisemitic rhetoric), and he clarified that the university did not invite Piker while upholding free speech values. The State News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, April 29, a Powerball drawing produced a $143 million jackpot win from tickets sold in Indiana and Kansas, and a Michigan ticket won $1 million or $2 million. Michigan sales ended at 9:45 p.m., and the next drawing is set for Saturday, May 2 at 10:59 p.m. Lansing State Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data centers are moving into Mid-Michigan, and residents are raising concerns about local property values as new projects begin; real estate expert Rochelle Ridgell said demand will determine if property values rise, fall, or remain stable. FOX 47
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Keagan Noble helped the No. 11-ranked Okemos baseball team start league play at 8-0 by hitting a grand slam and home run last week, earning him LSJ boys athlete of the week and praise as a strong team leader. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Michigan State Women’s Soccer coach Jeff Hosler, an East Lansing native hired in June 2021, builds a competitive family atmosphere that has led the team to Big Ten titles and NCAA postseason runs, inspiring local players with his proven work ethic + emphasis on growth. WKAR
- ➤ On April 30, Greater Lansing teams played in baseball and softball contests, with Okemos staying unbeaten in CAAC Blue — and standout players like Jimmy Pignataro and Laci Neal driving wins that fueled local sports excitement. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ MSU men's tennis overcame early season struggles to win the Big Ten and conference championships, entering the NCAA tournament. The Spartans, led by coach Harry Jadun (an East Lansing native), will start play today at 11 a.m. against North Carolina after a season built on teamwork and resilience. Lansing State Journal
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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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JCW Wrestling Showdown
6 PM – 12 AM — Grewal Hall at 224 — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of JCW Wrestling live in Lansing.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lansing Mall — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable aquatic spectacle with breathtaking aerial performances that captivate the audience.
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CCOCC Benefit Car Show for VETLIFE
9 AM – 3 PM — Lansing Community College — Admission details may vary — Celebrate car culture while supporting veteran life organizations at this community-focused car show.
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Paper Chase 5K
2 PM — 325 Riverfront Dr, Lansing, MI — Cost not specified — Celebrate the 11th Anniversary with a fun run hosted by the Ingham County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section.
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