Good morning, Lansing.

Photos from Friday, June 20 show Michigan State University’s Hidden Lake Gardens in Tipton, where visitors viewed the conservatory’s tropical plants and arid dome exhibits.

Guests also explored the trails and the Sky Walk canopy bridge linking different garden sections.

Capital City Comic Con returns this weekend in Lansing and will run Friday from 3pm to 8pm, Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 10am to 5pm—offering panels, tabletop games, eSports tournaments, a cosplay contest and a kids zone with free admission for children 13 and under while featuring guests such as Garrett Wang, Barry Lowing and Tara Sands.

Triple-A Michigan says the state average gas price is now $3.15 this week, which is 11¢ lower than last week—5¢ lower than last month and 43¢ less than last year.

Metro Detroit prices are highest at $3.20 while Marquette has the lowest at $3.00, and southwest counties like Calhoun and St. Joseph are near $3.02 per gallon.

Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation Project in Lansing is in its fifth phase, with crews working between Lathrop Street and Holmes Street and causing detours and lower foot traffic for local businesses (for example, Jerusalem Bakery reports fewer visitors) as UM Health Sparrow Hospital provides alternate routes. Officials say phase six will begin in September and the entire project will be finished in October.

Voting for the Greater Lansing boys high school coach of the year is open until July 11.

Nominees include Jim Baker of Lansing Catholic football, Dan Coon of Fowlerville wrestling, Ray Mitchell of East Lansing basketball, Kam Riley of Fowler basketball and Bryan Scheurer of Portland St. Patrick baseball+ each led teams to state tournament success+ and community votes will decide the winner for 2024-25.

Goran Suton, a former Everett star, joins Michigan State’s coaching staff as a graduate assistant for the 2025-26 season — he spent over a decade playing overseas and working as a realtor in Florida before returning home to help the program.

The Moneyball Pro-Am basketball league resumes today at Eastern High School after a Fourth of July break, with Tuesday games set for 6 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. The six-team summer league, now in its 20th season, features college players, former college players plus professionals including Michigan State’s men’s roster, and offers free admission with donations welcome.

Lansing Catholic coach Tim Simpson was voted girls coach of the year by the Lansing State Journal fan poll after guiding the Cougars to a Division 3 state championship in October—his team edged Pewamo-Westphalia by 11 points to secure their second title while he also led another state championship team in the past.

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.

Board Game Day at Evolution Games

2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Enjoy a day of board games, networking, and fun with fellow gamers.

Ingham County Fair

4 PM – 10 PM — Ingham County Fairgrounds — Admission fees vary — Celebrate community spirit with rides, games, and a large animal auction.

Breakthrough Basketball Elite Skills & Playmaking Basketball Camp

Jul 29-31 — Court One Training Center — Registration required — Elevate your basketball skills while learning elite techniques and character development.

2025 JazzFest Michigan

Various — Michigan Institute for Contemporary Art — Cost varies — Experience the rich sounds of jazz at this vibrant annual festival across multiple venues.

Friday Karaoke

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry for 21+ — Enjoy a lively evening of karaoke and culinary delights at the local favorite venue.