Good morning, Lansing.

Firefighters from the St. Johns, Dallas Township and Elsie fire departments battled a motel fire at 1212 N.

Business 27 on Saturday, June 22 at 3:30 p.m. as high heat, humidity and strong winds caused the blaze to spread quickly — severely damaging the single-story structure.

In St. Johns, lifeguard instructor Becky Kay trained students at the local high school who saved lives, including recent graduate Josh Fromson who rescued a drowning person in the Dominican Republic earlier this year—water safety experts stress swimming safely by knowing limits.

Families enjoying Motz Park are reminded to follow these guidelines as summer heats up.

Michigan hunters reported harvesting nearly 280,000 deer in 2024, but the Department of Natural Resources estimates the actual total was closer to 373,000—reflecting a nearly 25% gap in the reports.

The largest discrepancies were seen in the Upper Peninsula and Northern Lower Michigan.

Today, as temperatures soar into the 90s and Lansing is under a code red for extreme heat, several cooling centers are open, including East Lansing’s Hannah Community Center, Lansing City Hall, and East Lansing Public Library — offering residents a safe spot to cool down.

Officials say the centers will remain available until Tuesday — and more locations may open if the heat continues.

Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services is sharing gun safety resources during National Gun Violence Awareness Month to help families stay safe—free gun locks are available at county offices and through local police partners while supplies last.

Michigan State senior golfer Ashton McCulloch will compete at the Rocket Classic (July 26-29) after returning from a hand injury that ended his season; he received a sponsor exemption at his graduation (June 20) and will play at Detroit Golf Club with support from family and Spartan fans against top professionals.

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.

The Dam Jam Music Festival

5:01 PM – 11:00 PM — Brenke Fish Ladder — Free entry — Celebrate Michigan artists with a vibrant music lineup in Lansing's unique pop-up venue.

Board Game Night at Summit Comics & Games

2-9 p.m. — Summit Comics & Games — Free gaming — Enjoy a night of tabletop fun and connect with fellow gamers in Lansing.

West Michigan Whitecaps vs. Lansing Lugnuts

1-2:35 p.m. — Jackson Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of live baseball as the West Michigan Whitecaps take on the Lansing Lugnuts.

Michigan Energy Codes Deep Dive Workshop

12-6 p.m. — Ingham County Human Services Building — Registration required — Explore crucial updates to the Michigan Energy Code affecting mechanical and electrical systems.