Good morning, Lansing.

Capital Region International Airport will celebrate its 100th anniversary this Saturday.

The airport, known for its cargo & passenger services and key role in local travel, will also start upgrades to improve operations and support future growth.

The Ingham County Continuum of Care reported 847 unhoused people in 2026 compared to 643 last year.

Lansing allocated $800,000 in its budget to deploy 50 mod pods for transitional housing later this year — a move aimed at easing the rising homelessness challenge.

University Weiner closed its East Lansing spot to shift to Lansing Shuffle, which opened May 29 and now offers specialty dogs with hand-cut fries downtown.

The eatery is giving away two tickets for Friday's Lugnuts game and will reopen in East Lansing later & further engage the community.

Michigan hosts six vibrant festivals this June, with Lansing Beer Fest at Adado Riverfront Park on June 13; other events in Mackinac, Livonia, Jackson, Grand Haven and Frankenmuth offer live music, art and family fun.

Riverwalk Theatre’s season finale presents ‘Seussical’ — an immersive production that mashes Dr. Seuss stories into a love tale promoting self-acceptance.

Directed by Tom Ferris and Marcus Fields, the show uses the full stage at Riverwalk Theatre to engage audiences with interactive auction segments and vibrant performances.

Jenny Nogales Copa shared Bolivian Quechua traditions and snacks with about 20 MSU attendees at Wells Hall today.

She holds regular classes and cultural presentations (a taste of the Andes) to preserve her native language and heritage.

The Lansing Juneteenth Celebration will host a Negro league tribute game on Saturday, June 13, from noon to 6 p.m. at Benjamin Davis Park (5500 Pleasant Grove Road).

Four teams will face off as Derrick Quinney throws the first pitch and Madison Bradley performs the Black national anthem.

Michigan State University trustees will vote on next year’s tuition and operating budget at a June 12 meeting in Benton Harbor.

The board has steadily raised tuition after a three-year freeze and approved a 5% increase in housing and dining rates this April.

Lansing Community College said a February 2025 data breach affected about 174,000 people whose personal information may include names, Social Security numbers, and driver’s license details (the college is offering two years of complimentary credit monitoring and has strengthened its systems).

The Michigan State University board is considering U.S. Sen. Gary Peters as interim president as it looks to replace Kevin Guskiewicz amid leadership changes (Peters holds degrees including one from MSU and has a record of bipartisan work).

His appointment could occur after he resigns from the Senate early.

Gov. Whitmer is pushing for extra funds for literacy programs by proposing increased teacher training, vetted curricula, and extra reading materials plus launching a new literacy council to guide efforts; lawmakers will soon debate if teacher training should be mandatory while critics call for faster results.

Tuesday’s storms damaged roofs and scattered debris in Oneida Township + Grand Ledge; a National Weather Service meteorologist said the damage likely points to a tornado though it remains unconfirmed, and residents should prepare as more strong storms are expected tomorrow night and Thursday night.

Churchill Gardens, a new neighborhood in south Lansing near Pleasant Grove and South Waverly roads, may break ground next spring if city council approves the $30 million project.

Developed by Hope Lovell, it features a land bank trust and a farm (a nod to affordable living) to lower housing costs.

Kingston Thomas, an all-state selection from East Lansing High School, will play his senior season at La Lumiere (a prep school in Indiana known for producing NBA players).

His move comes as he joins Division I recruitment after a standout run with his team.

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.

Asbestos and Lead Awareness Workshop

Half-day — Lansing Community College — Free — Learn about the dangers of asbestos and lead exposure in your community.