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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sultans Mediterranean has opened a new location on Lansing’s West Side at 940 Elmwood Road, serving authentic Mediterranean dishes made from fresh ingredients. The restaurant will be open Monday through Thursday from 11 am to 8 pm + Friday to Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm and will be closed on Sundays. WJIM AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel warned that scams using fake-jury summons and celebrity impersonation messages are rising in Michigan and urged residents to be cautious with unsolicited online requests. WJIM AM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 14th, the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum in East Lansing showed art from local and international artists including works by Mila Lynn, Megan Weaver and Claire E. Heiney. The museum also displayed its permanent collection of over 10,000 pieces—emphasizing its role as a key cultural venue on campus. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The 62nd annual East Lansing Arts Festival began May 17 and ends today — it offers music, dancing, and art booths on M.A.C. Avenue and the university campus. Local summer events like the Christo Rey Church Fiesta and Lansing Beer Fest — will provide more community celebrations across Greater Lansing. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Michigan State University’s Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum opened in 2012 — after two years of construction that cost $45 million to build. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Sen. Gary Peters toured the MSU research center on Friday and warned that uncertainty over federal research funding could let other countries+ easily recruit American experts. He said that without steady investment, rebuilding critical research would take years and weaken America’s lead in science. WKAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Vietti Food Group recalled 4,515 cases of Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses-Baked Beans sold at local stores including Meijer and Walmart—because the product did not declare soy ingredients that may harm people with allergies—Consumers with these cans can return them for a full refund, and no illnesses have been reported. WJIM AM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Lansing neighbor uses an unconventional hack—grating a bar of Irish Spring into shavings and scattering them around his yard—to repel skunks and keep the area smelling fresh. Experts say the trick may also deter deer, though the soap's scent fades over time and needs regular replacement. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
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Ignite Your Leadership Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Regus - Lansing — Course fee applicable — Enhance your leadership skills and empower your team to achieve success.
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Live Music on the Patio with Mark Collins
7-9 p.m. — Pins & Pints — Free entry — Enjoy local artists under the lights on a brand new patio while savoring great food and drink specials.
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Miles for Moms 5K Run/Walk
10 AM – 12 PM — Hawk Island Park — Fundraiser for Hannah's House — Participate in a 5K for a great cause supporting homeless pregnant women and their infants.
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May Real Estate Investor Meetup
6-8 p.m. — Achieve Real Estate Headquarters — Free entry — Connect with fellow real estate investors and learn from industry experts.
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Lansing Match Play Championship
May 31 - June 1 — Groesbeck Golf Course — Entry fee required — Compete in a two-day individual match play tournament with multiple divisions.
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Father’s Day Pottery Painting
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Playing Picasso — $45 per piece — Create a special pottery frame to celebrate Dad while enjoying a fun morning of art and snacks.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 2205 Jolly Rd, Okemos, MI — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living amenities and experience top-rated care services.
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MATS Annual Clinical Symposium
7 AM – 5 PM — Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center — Registrations start at $22.50 — A full day of professional development for athletic trainers and sports professionals.
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Play Board Games at The Gaming Cantina
1-10 p.m. — The Gaming Cantina — Free gaming — Enjoy a night of board games and meet fellow gamers in East Lansing.
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Splash Pad Play Date at Jaycee Park
10-11 a.m. — Jaycee Park — Free — A delightful meetup for families to cool off and enjoy playtime at the splash pad.
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