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Tuesday, June 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan State Police Jackson Post issued a scam alert after receiving reports that texts claiming to be from the Michigan DMV threaten to suspend driver’s licenses if a fraudulent fine is not paid — the messages falsely state that records of missed payments will lead to legal action and include a link to a fake website — and officials warned recipients to delete the texts and not share personal information. WLNS
- ➤ Lansing Police identified Marvin High Jr., 58, as the man fatally shot at about 5:38 p.m. Sunday at the 3300 block of Bardaville Street off North Grand River Avenue east of Waverly Road—no arrests have been made. Lansing State Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Juneteenth is a federal—state holiday that marks the end of slavery and will be observed on June 19 with closures of government offices and banks. Parades—festivals and community events across the state will offer reflections and celebrations of the historic freedom declared in 1865. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Professor David Ortega at MSU studied 143 bills from 34 states that aim to limit foreign ownership of farmland. His research shows that lawmakers act more from national security concerns and political views than from economic reasons—findings that may guide future policy decisions. Michigan State University Today
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A 65-year-old Lansing woman became a first-time homeowner in May using Ingham County's down payment assistance program (which offers up to $30,000 in aid) funded by a $15 million state grant. The program favors first-generation buyers and single-person households with incomes below $56,480 (helping make homeownership attainable at any age). FOX 47
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ MSU faculty Sarah Dunkel-Jackson won the NHL’s Willie O’Ree Community Hero Award before game two of the Stanley Cup Finals in Edmonton—she received a $25,000 donation to support her Sports Are For Everyone program that runs the Hockey Challenge Camp and Baseball Challenge League for children with unique medical and learning needs. The State News
- ➤ Six Greater Lansing teams in baseball, softball and girls soccer remain in title contention in the final week of the MHSAA season, with state semifinal and quarterfinal games scheduled today and in the coming days at Michigan State University, Central Michigan University and Jackson College. DeWitt girls soccer faces New Boston Huron at 6 p.m. today, Grand Ledge and Laingsburg softball play their quarterfinals at 4 p.m. today, Mason baseball meets Standish-Sterling on June 12 at 2:30 p.m., Olivet baseball plays Marine City on June 12 at 11:30 a.m., and Portland St. Patrick baseball takes on Norway on June 13 (at MSU). Lansing State Journal
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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.
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Lansing Fiesta & Carnival 2025
4 PM – 8 PM — Adado Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with vibrant music, diverse food, and cultural discovery.
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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.
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2025 Max's Race for The Davies Project
8-9 a.m. — MSU International Center — Registration fee required — Participate in the 20th annual 5k run/walk featuring a scavenger hunt of Max's favorite things.
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On-Site Tour at Red Cedar Lodge
9 AM – 7 PM — Red Cedar Lodge — Free entry — Explore the exceptional assisted living options and amenities offered in a welcoming community.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Various times — Court One Training Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with focused drills in East Lansing's youth camp.
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Downtown Lansing Volunteer Open House
5-7 p.m. — Lansing Shuffle — Free entry — Engage with the community and discover volunteer opportunities that impact Downtown Lansing's future.
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Trail Town 10K & 5K
8-11 a.m. — Potter Park Zoo — Registration fee required — Experience the beauty of the Lansing River Trail while participating in a timed 10K or 5K run.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Sing your heart out at Lansing's lively karaoke night with food from Ruckus Ramen.
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