Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of May.
Good morning, Lansing.
📰 Economy
Michigan drivers now pay much more to drive than they did five years ago.
Insurance costs have risen (from $2,600 to $3,200) and gas taxes have doubled (from 26.3 to 52.4 cents per gallon) as gas now costs about $4.18 per gallon compared to roughly $3.30 in 2021.
🎓 Education
DeWitt High School held its prom on Saturday, May 2 at Eagle Eye Golf Club in Bath Township.
Photos capture the energy and celebration of the night (from Nick King).
🏈 Sports
Michigan State men’s tennis lost four to one to South Carolina in the NCAA tournament second round on Saturday, May 2, after Ozan Baris earned the team’s only win — likely marking his final match with the Spartans.
The Gamecocks now advance to the Sweet 16.
🎉 Lansing Events
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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.
Imagine National Dance Challenge
All day — Lansing Center — Entry fee varies — Experience a dance competition prioritizing student success and satisfaction.
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.
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.
JCW Wrestling Showdown
6 PM – 12 AM — Grewal Hall at 224 — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill of JCW Wrestling live in Lansing.
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.
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.
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.
Citizen Soldier Concert
6-10 p.m. — Grewal Hall at 224 — $59-$64 — Experience the electrifying sounds of Citizen Soldier live in Lansing.
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