Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Lansing.
💼 Business
Kositchek's men's apparel store in downtown Lansing, a historic business dating back to the mid-1800s, will not reopen, the owner said this month.
The closure ends a long-standing local institution.
🎓 Education
Williamston High School held its graduation ceremony Sunday, June 7 at MSU's Wharton Center in East Lansing.
Photos from the event show graduates celebrating their academic milestones.
🌲 Environment
Volunteers gathered Saturday for the annual Michigan Waterways Stewards Lansing Rivers and River Trails Cleanup, removing trash along several rivers and parks to improve local waterways.
Organizers noted that over 5,000 volunteers have helped remove over 250,000 pounds of trash through ongoing efforts & community engagement.
📰 Lifestyle
Based on votes in WKAR and City Pulse's 2025 Top of the Town contest, five new dining spots were named winners.
The list features Art and Jake's Sports Bar and Grill on Preyde Blvd., Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurant on Lake Lansing Road, Grains Indian Cuisine on S. Waverly Road, That New Place in Williamston, and The Morning Post in East Lansing.
🎉 Lansing Events
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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.
Covet Concert
8-11 p.m. — Grewal Hall at 224 — $53-$120 — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Covet in Lansing's lively concert scene.
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.
Mosaic Style Love Birds Paint and Sip
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Hooked — Alcohol not included — Unleash your creativity with a fun mosaic painting session guided by talented local artists.
Lansing Fiesta & Carnival
All day — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, kids under 10 free — Experience four days of fun with carnival rides, live music, and delicious food options.
Lansing Fiesta & Carnival
June 18-21 — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, kids under 10 enter free — Celebrate community with carnival rides, live music, and delicious food trucks.
Lansing Fiesta & Carnival
4-7 p.m. — Adado Riverfront Park — $10 per day for adults, free for kids under 10 — Celebrate community with rides, music, food trucks, and contests at this vibrant carnival.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Time varies — Court One Training Center — Camp full; waiting list available — Enhance your basketball skills with focused training in East Lansing.
Jhariah Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Green Door — Ticket information available on the official site — Enjoy an exciting live performance by Jhariah in Lansing.
Great Lakes Loons vs. Lansing Lugnuts Baseball
1:05 – 2:05 p.m. — Jackson Field — Free entry with game ticket — Catch exciting baseball action while enjoying the Conservation Carnival festivities.
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