Good morning, Lansing.

The ATS of Lansing (formerly Airport Tavern, at 5000 N.

Grand River Ave.) has reopened under new owner Marcus Powers. It retains beloved menu items like The Tavern steak and blackened salmon sandwich for loyal locals (a nod to its history).

Coral Gables in East Lansing has changed its hours amid strong community support after its June 2 announcement of closing (Tuesday, June 30).

The restaurant now opens later and closes between 2 and 4 p.m. so staff can rest; visitors should check Facebook for current hours.

Allegiant Air will cut four Michigan flight routes beginning in July, including Newark to Flint, Flint to Destin, Fort Lauderdale to Traverse City, and Grand Rapids to Los Angeles, with some Flint and Traverse City flights resuming after September.

The FBI warned local workers using Microsoft 365 that a phishing scam called Kali365 is tricking users with emails containing device codes that let attackers access accounts without a password (it urged recipients to report any suspicious emails to the Internet Crime Complaint Center).

Several local theaters will present multiple productions this summer, including 'Honky Tonk Laundry, the Musical' (7 p.m. June 18-20 at MSU Summer Circle Courtyard) and '& Juliet' (Tuesday, June 23-June 28 at Wharton Center Cobb Great Hall) as additional shows run through August.

Potter Park Zoo celebrates red panda Degan Reid's 15th birthday — zoo staff note he enjoys quiet June mornings, special treats and cozy naps, and they invite locals to send well wishes for many more years.

The MSU Research Foundation is investing $20 million in a new 68,000 sqft Rosenberg Center on campus at 195 Crescent Road to boost research and startup growth; the multi tenant facility will house offices & incubation space and is expected to be completed in summer 2027.

MSU community members backed a petition calling for board resignations after President Guskiewicz announced his move to Clemson and AD J Batt took a new role at Kentucky.

Basketball coach Tom Izzo urged alumni to sign and over 4,000 signatures have been collected amid discussions on trustee selection changes.

Bath Township's Eagle Eye golf course, ranked eighth in Michigan by Golfweek, features a replica of TPC Sawgrass' island par 3 hole and will host the 105th Michigan Amateur from June 29 to July 3 (its upcoming tournament).

Michigan State football landed its 15th recruit by signing three star defensive back Don Spillers III from Detroit Martin Luther King on Monday, June 15.

The versatile athlete who also played offense and special teams chose the Spartans over offers including Illinois from a competitive process.

Lansing Lugnuts pitcher Ryan Magdic struck out nine batters in seven innings on Friday, June 12, earning Midwest League pitcher of the week as he was promoted to Double-A Midland RockHounds on Tuesday, June 16 (he is the second Lugnuts player awarded this season).

Several Greater Lansing high school baseball teams celebrated state honors after reaching the quarterfinals; Portland St. Patrick had five Division 4 all-state selections + Williamston had three Division 2 honorees, with several other area schools also recognized.

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.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a night of singing and camaraderie with locals at this vibrant karaoke event.

Capital City Comic Con 2026

All day — Lansing Center — Ticket prices vary — A 3-day celebration of comics, cosplay, collectibles, and community activities.