Good morning, Lansing.

Marsh Pointe Apartments at 5895 Marsh Road in Haslett will host an indoor yard sale and bake sale on Friday, June 6th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., offering artwork, antiques, clothing, and cookies as yard sale season begins.

Michigan's last Hot 'n Now in Sturgis will celebrate its 35th anniversary on June 7—featuring cool fun stuff—while plans are underway for two more locations to open near Gun Lake Casino and in Alpena this summer.

Michigan homes are lighting their porch lights green today to honor veterans on Memorial Day — a tribute that began with Walmart’s campaign in 2011.

The effort was revived with the Greenlight a Veteran campaign in 2013 and uses the color green to reflect the military uniforms seen in service.

Kris Kaleta, a chainsaw artist, carved wooden sculptures including a bear, a giraffe, an eagle and a turtle at the corner of Jolly and Aurelius in Lansing on an overcast May day—he began his work after carving a birthday gift for his brother.

He competed in events in Pennsylvania and sells his pieces to fund buying a car and securing a permanent home.

Local grocery stores are helping neighbors save on food essentials this summer.

Meijer offers up to 60% off store-brand items until mid-July and Kroger gives a 10% discount to military members today — easing rising grocery costs for many families.

A disassembled, unloaded gun was found on the Dwight Rich School of the Arts campus on Thursday — no students or staff were injured — and the school will add metal detectors to enhance safety.

Michigan State University hosted the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals today with over 600 teams from 31 states and 11 countries, drawing about 16,000 guests in dorms and 3,500 in local hotels — an event that boosts local businesses and introduces future Spartans to the campus.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services warned that tick-borne diseases such as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis have risen sharply—Lyme cases increased by 168% and anaplasmosis cases nearly quintupled in recent years.

Officials urged residents to use EPA-registered insect repellent, perform daily tick checks, and seek medical care if symptoms like fever or muscle aches occur.

Shoppers in Michigan must check their pantries for recalled Yellowstone Brown Sugar Molasses Baked Beans after Vietti Food Group announced the recall on May 2 due to undeclared soy allergy risks—customers with a soy sensitivity risk a severe reaction.

The 15 oz cans display a "Best if Used By Feb 17" marking and must be returned to the store for a refund.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Latin Nights Salsa Concert Fundraiser

6:30-11 p.m. — East Lansing Hannah Community Center — Donation-based entry — Celebrate Latin Caribbean culture with live salsa music and dance while supporting local artists.

Lansing Fiesta & Carnival 2025

4 PM – 8 PM — Adado Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with vibrant music, diverse food, and cultural discovery.

Splash Pad Play Date

10-11 a.m. — St. Johns Community Spray Park — Free entry — Meet local families and cool off while the kids enjoy the splash pad fun.