Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, Lansing.
A man was killed earlier today when he walked into the westbound lane and was struck by a semi-truck on I-96 near Webberville—first responders and Ingham County investigators are now working on the case.
MSU settled with student Justin Bowman for $50,000 in early May after he filed a claim of gross negligence following a shooting in Berkey Hall room 114 (he had originally asked for $50 million).
Michigan rates tornado strength using the Enhanced Fujita Scale—measuring 3-second gusts and damage—to help insurance companies decide claim amounts.
Introduced in 2007, the system guides financial assessments after tornado damage.
Hope Middle School in Holt is offering free summer meals for children under 18 from any school district in its Meet Up and Eat Up program.
Lunch will be served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting today until August 8.
Breyers is recalling 17,000 tubs of its Rocky Road ice cream sold in Michigan due to mislabeling that has resulted in Chocolate Truffle labels on products with almonds and plastic contamination concerns—customers with affected 1.5‑quart and 3‑gallon tubs should discard them or return them for a full refund.
With summer on its way, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development shared tips for pet safety, urging owners to keep pets tagged, vaccinated, and hydrated while avoiding foods that can harm them.
The advice warns owners to watch for signs of heat stress and keep pets away from water with algae — steps meant to prevent illness during warm weather —.
Michigan State football landed a commitment from three-star cornerback TJ Umenyiora on June 14; he chose MSU over Auburn and Mississippi State.
The 6-foot-1, 185-pound recruit—son of former NFL player Osi Umenyiora—will join the Spartans’ 2026 class after finishing high school.
The Lansing Lugnuts dropped their fourth straight game on a 13-1 loss to the Western Michigan Whitecaps as Detroit Tigers top prospects Max Clark and Kevin McGonigle each had two RBIs in a contest that left manager Darryl Kennedy praising his team’s strong half—despite the score.
Kennedy said the team took a day off before heading to Quad City to face the River Bandits in their next series.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Greens to Gardens Golf Outing
8 a.m.–5 p.m. — Forest Akers West Golf Course — Fundraiser for Radiology Healing Gardens — Enjoy a day of golf, prizes, and silent auction fun.
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