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Lansing
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hospice of Lansing beautified its courtyard during this year's week of kindness (planting flowers and cleaning windows) to honor nearly 50 years of service to 300-400 patients. FOX 47
- ➤ Lansing’s Mobile Food Pantry will serve free groceries this Saturday, May 16, at Grace United Methodist Church (1900 Boston Boulevard) in Lansing; vehicles can line up at 7 a.m. with food distribution running from 9-11 a.m. while supplies last. The drive-through event is open to City residents facing financial hardship. FOX 47
- ➤ Volunteers from Big Brothers Big Sisters cleaned up Ranney Park on Tuesday morning as part of FOX 47 News' Week of Kindness initiative — their efforts aimed to create a safe, welcoming space for mentors and children who use the park. FOX 47
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Whitney Who debuted Botanical Underground with Dan MacLachlan in an acoustic show at Pins & Pints on May 14 from 6 to 8 p.m.; Grewal Hall hosted Animals as Leaders on May 14 and will host Kottonmouth Kings on May 16, presented by Q106. Lansing State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Saline native and MSU professor Chayce Griffith, a tree fruit physiology expert, will compete on Jeopardy! today (against Valerie Fulton and a returning champion) while viewers can catch the show on local TV. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MSU campus today sees several road closures affecting Farm Lane, Red Cedar Road, Wilson Road and South Shaw Lane due to construction work. Travel delays have impacted summer users while the Farm Lane Road and Utility-Reconstruction project will complete by Aug. 21 to boost campus infrastructure. WKAR
- ➤ On May 14, police cleared two homeless camps from church property in south Lansing after officials from Robinson Memorial Church and Unitarian Universalist Church submitted no trespassing notices to trigger removal of the residents. The churches sought to address trash and vandalism problems at their sites. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Planned Parenthood of Michigan said on May 13 it will close several clinics unless the state provides a one-time $5-million allocation before October; Gov. Whitmer faces a funding challenge in the Legislature as federal family planning funds were cut. Lansing State Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Seven major projects are changing downtown Lansing’s skyline. The 28-story Tower on Grand, housing 200 apartments, is under construction while a renovated Ovation Center for Music and Arts, new City Hall, public safety complex, and affordable housing projects will open later, promising new amenities for residents + boosting local vibrancy. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The Michigan Manufactured Housing Association held its Capitol Showcase on Wednesday to display manufactured homes under $110,000 that could help ease the local housing challenge; residents visited the view at Adado Park on Thursday (9 a.m. to noon). FOX 47
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State student Kayla Rawlins overcame personal loss and built strength through rigorous bodybuilding training, earning top placements at the NPC Western Michigan Bodybuilding Championships in Kalamazoo. She balances early morning workouts with full-time classes while sharing her journey on TikTok + inspiring other students. WKAR
- ➤ After a 60-win season, the Pistons announced a new TV deal that will bring free over-the-air games on WMYD-TV20 starting next season. The deal with Scripps Sports — set to air pre-season and regular season games — will give fans easier access across Michigan. WJIM AM
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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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Grand Concert Series
6-8 p.m. — Lansing Center, Riverfront Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy a variety of musical genres while soaking up the summer vibes along the Grand River.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Experience a lively atmosphere filled with music, socializing, and culinary delights at this popular local tradition.
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Chalk of the Town 2026
12-4 p.m. — Old Town Lansing — Free entry — Witness local artists create stunning chalk masterpieces in a vibrant open-air gallery.
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2026 Michigan Environmental Compliance Conference
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. — Lansing Center — Registration required — A pivotal gathering for environmental professionals focused on compliance and networking opportunities.
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Covet Concert
8-11 p.m. — Grewal Hall at 224 — $53-$120 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Covet in Lansing's lively concert scene.
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