Good Day
Lansing
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ BoxLunch will open its new 3,485 sqft store at Meridian Mall in Okemos this weekend, offering pop culture merchandise and special promotions. The grand opening includes live in-store DJ, trivia and prizes from 12 PM to 3 PM and a mystery gift card for the first 50 guests. Stacks 92.1
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ East Lansing author Amy Dua will hold a reading and signing for the final book in her seasonal series, 'Woe is Me … It's Summer,' at the Public Library Saturday morning. Copies will be on sale before its release Tuesday, June 2 (with summery songs by musician Wanda Degen). Lansing City Pulse
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two Michigan State University trustees did not sign a new board code approved on May 17 and had their credentials revoked for the Mackinac Policy Conference on Monday; they face losing privileges unless they later sign the unaltered agreement. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ East Lansing drivers and businesses will cope with a nearly month-long closure of Grand River Avenue between Cedar Street and Spartan Avenue starting June 8 for a major sewer project. The city has set detours, including routes via Hagadorn Road & Abbott Road and Saginaw Street & Haslett Road. FOX 47
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ WKAR-TV's Impact: Michigan returns this week on teen mental health and social media influence. Host Sheri Jones leads panel experts (from medicine, law, and social work) in discussing teen challenges amid algorithm-driven pressures and reveals plans for two more episodes. WKAR
- ➤ Michigan parents are urged to check their toy boxes after Walmart and Ollie's recalled Orb Funkee Squeeze Toys (models Gold Jumbo Monkee and Monkee Mega) due to the risk that the sand filling may contain fibrous tremolite asbestos. Consumers should follow The Orb Factory's instructions for safe removal. WJIM AM
- ➤ A new report shows ticks are spreading in Michigan and causing many Lyme disease cases. Michigan State professor Jean Tsao (a tick expert) said ticks do well in damp, wooded areas and are now moving into new places. Stacks 92.1
- ➤ Pollen counts were high across Michigan on Tuesday and are forecast to be medium-high today, May 27, according to Pollen.com. Birch, oak, mulberry, and ash trees cause allergy symptoms, so residents may want to limit outdoor activities during peak pollen hours. Lansing State Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lansing developer Paul Gentilozzi revealed his 100+ vintage car collection on Tuesday, May 19, at the former Lansing State Journal building + the vehicles show his lifelong passion for classic autos. Lansing State Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Bradly Rakowski and Chris Swope are restoring and moving the Kilbourne-Mead House (built in 1847) to a new location in Old Town Lansing; they are preserving original beams and wood during ongoing renovations. Lansing State Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Lansing MHSAA baseball district schedule lists games that were played yesterday on Tuesday, May 26 and match-ups scheduled for Saturday, May 30 across four divisions at venues including Grand Ledge, Mason, and Hartland. Game times range from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ The 2026 WFTDA North American Playoffs will be held May 29-31 at the Lansing Center, featuring 12 top roller derby teams plus local nonprofit Lansing Roller Derby organizing the event. Fans can expect fast-paced matches and a lively atmosphere downtown. Lansing City Pulse
- ➤ MSU’s adaptive sports program — active since the mid-1950s — brings wheelchair athletes and students together through regular basketball games and inclusive events. Tracy Lalone and others build community bonds as they meet on Wednesday and Friday mornings, fostering lasting friendships and boosting mental health. WKAR
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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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Friday Karaoke Night
9:00 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Unleash your inner rockstar at this lively karaoke night featuring social fun and delicious ramen.
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