Good Day
Lansing
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Neighbors gathered Saturday at MSU’s Baker Woodlot for a spring ephemeral walk + organizers led a guided tour of early blooms and advised waiting to plant annuals after cold nights; they plan more nature events in the coming months. FOX 47
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MSU students held Studio 450's end-of-year fashion show on April 30 at the Horticulture Gardens from 7 to 10 p.m., featuring student-designed outfits and a model casting process that gave budding designers real-world experience. The State News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MSU held its spring commencement this weekend as thousands of graduates received their diplomas and celebrated new beginnings + lasting friendships. Many praised the campus life that prepared them for future careers. FOX 47
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MDOT will close two southbound lanes on U.S. 127 from today until Friday, May 8 for epoxy overlay work between Forest and Jolly roads. The work follows last year's rebuild — drivers should plan for slower travel between I-96 and I-496. Lansing State Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michigan residents have begun picking morel mushrooms this spring, and the DNR warns that false morels can be deadly if not correctly identified (they lack a hollow cap attached to the stalk) as shown by the new Mi-Morels map available online from the agency. Lansing State Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lansing diners can take advantage of Restaurant.com’s digital certificates that never expire to get 20% off checks of $10 or more using code FOOD20 until May 31 (supporting local restaurants). The coupons allow easy mobile redemption at participating eateries across the region. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tom Izzo, Michigan State's longtime coach, weighed in on plans to expand March Madness from 68 to 76 teams as college rules change. His record 27 straight tournament berths could be affected, yet he remains focused on winning — a sign of shifting times in college basketball. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Over the weekend, prep teams Laingsburg, Lansing Catholic and Charlotte won key softball and baseball tournaments in Greater Lansing. Laingsburg led the Portland Invitational with strong hits, Lansing Catholic clinched the St. Johns invitational and Charlotte bested rivals at the Fowler Invitational. 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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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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