Good Day
Lansing
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Summer and Farmers Market Guide offers a comprehensive list of upcoming community events (festivals, concerts, cultural shows) scheduled from May through Labor Day across Lansing and nearby areas. Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ Area farmers markets offer fresh local produce many days this summer. For example, Allen Farmers Market meets Wednesdays from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at the Allen Neighborhood Center until Oct. 29 and East Lansing Farmers Market runs Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (June 7 to Oct. 25). Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ Advance Peace and Hood 2 Hood hosted a BBQ near Chestnut and Hillsdale on Wednesday to connect neighbors with resources — they plan more summer events to reduce the gun violence spike typically seen this season. FOX 47
- ➤ Farmers market season has kicked off in South Lansing and across local markets, where vendors from Jean Aldrich-Simmons to Alysha Cowles offer starter plants and artisanal treats. Updated Cottage Food Law now lets vendors ship foods (providing new opportunities for urban growers) and enables Double Up Food Bucks for produce. Lansing City Pulse
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The East Lansing Art Festival and the MSU Spring Arts & Crafts Show brought thousands of visitors to see art—including paintings, woodcarvings, jewelry, and pottery + handcrafted goods on Saturday and Sunday. Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ Naing Myanmar Family Restaurant in south Lansing revived its space with a separate grocery store and now draws busy tables for its Burmese & Southeast Asian dishes, offering locals a warm, flavorful dining experience. Lansing City Pulse
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ High gas prices are making summer travel expensive for Lansing drivers. Analysts say the average price is $4.75 a gallon — nearly double the cost on some trips — and many locals are cutting back on plans for Memorial Day weekend. FOX 47
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, May 18, storms swept Michigan’s southern lower peninsula with wind gusts reaching 90 mph in Woodbury, causing trees to fall and leaving nearly 29,000 customers without power. Additional storms affected the southeast lower peninsula on Tuesday, May 19, intensifying disruption + prompting utility responses. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan residents planning to cross into Canada this Memorial Day weekend may face long delays at Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste. Marie crossings, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Travelers should have proper documents ready and check wait times online before leaving. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Regular CATA riders must adjust their plans on Monday, May 25, when most services will not run in observance of Memorial Day while the Paratransit Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Services resume standard routes Tuesday, May 26 + same-day rides cannot be scheduled. Stacks 92.1
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Energy experts advise Lansing residents to set thermostats at 78 degrees and raise them when they're away to lower cooling costs as summer heat builds. They recommend closing blinds and postponing energy-heavy chores to help save up to 10% on utilities — tips to keep homes comfortable today. Lansing State Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ WalletHub’s ranking released May 19 shows Flint as the nation’s most affordable housing market while Detroit ranks second among 300 U.S. cities based on factors plus vacancy, median home prices, and rent-to-price ratios. The study also noted that seven Michigan cities, including Lansing, offer affordable home prices. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The student-run MSU men's club volleyball team managed its own budgeting, scheduling, and social media while competing in tournaments and traveling to Kansas, Illinois, and Indiana, with members crediting the program for athletic competition and personal growth (building lifelong bonds). WKAR
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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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