Good morning, Lansing.

Local readers are invited to vote for their favorite former restaurant in a poll by the State Journal that runs until midnight Thursday, July 9 (the poll features 13 eateries including DeLuca’s and Roma Bakery).

After a July 3 fire forced more than 90 residents from Carriage Lane Apartments into temporary housing, many returned home Tuesday, July 7, and Meridian Township has launched a donation drive to provide food assistance through gift cards and checks at the township hall.

Downtown Lansing Inc. launched a fundraising campaign to honor legendary women with a public art project in downtown.

Local artists will create original artwork on eight traffic signals + a permanent sculpture will be installed as matching donations unlock funds from Patronicity.

MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz, who began exploring a departure in mid-March, announced on Monday he would stay at the university, earning $1 million with a planned $500K raise in October (non-university funded) while Athletic Director J Batt prepares to move to Kentucky with a discussion scheduled later today.

After strong thunderstorms knocked out power to 380,000 Michigan customers on Friday, 62,000 had service restored while 35,000 remained without electricity by Tuesday morning, mostly in southeast Michigan; DTE Energy led the outages with nearly 30,000 customers still off + repair crews continue working.

Since July 1, 2026, Lansing has allowed a free 15-minute parking period for quick downtown visits and shortened paid parking hours to 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays; drivers must use the parking kiosk or app to access this benefit.

Social Security payments for Michigan beneficiaries with birthdays from July 1 to 10 will be distributed today — others will receive checks on July 15 for birthdays from July 11 to 20 and on July 22 for those with later birthdays.

After recent storms, the Michigan Attorney General’s office urges residents to check bills and complete the Power Outage Credit Feedback Inquiry Form to report extended outages.

Qualifying outages can bring a $42 credit—and extra for each additional day—if outage length and frequency meet state guidelines.

The American Red Cross is asking Michiganders to donate blood this summer as vacations cut into donor turnout and hospitals still need supplies for emergencies.

Blood drives will be held at Ford dealerships statewide & all blood types are needed.

Kao USA recalled its Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo (8.5 oz and 33.8 oz) sold in Michigan on July 1 after detecting Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria that could harm immunocompromised people.

Michigan residents are urged to check their products and discard any bottles with affected lot codes (YR010556, YR010566, YR010576).

MDHHS reported 700 cyclosporiasis cases in 33 counties since June 22; 36 hospitalizations were reported, with Monroe County accounting for 173 cases.

Residents and food service operators are advised to thoroughly wash produce and cook foods to lower risk.

Voting is open until Friday, July 10 for Greater Lansing residents to choose the top high school sports moment of the 2025-26 season (candidates include Fowler volleyball’s first state title, Trav Moore’s standout game for DeWitt football, and other key achievements).

Capital City Comic Con 2026

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

Waverly Football Boosters 2nd Annual Car Show

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Waverly High School — Pre-registration $20, Day of show $25 — Rev up your engines for a day supporting the local football program with classic cars.

Cake in the Garden

6-9 p.m. — Horticulture Gardens — $20 — An evening of cake tasting among vibrant gardens and local bakers awaits.

Mid-America Coins Tradeshow

Buy, Sell, Trade collectible coins — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Lansing Center — Admission fee varies — Discover rare coins and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

The Dangling Participles Duo Performance

7-10 p.m. — Side Bar East Lansing — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxed evening with live music from The Dangling Participles Duo in an intimate setting.

Brotherkenzie Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Green Door — Buy tickets online — Experience the enchanting indie pop melodies of Brotherkenzie in an intimate Lansing venue.

Rock Lansing 2026 @ Jackson Field

Jul 31 – Aug 2 — Jackson Field — Check back for ticket pricing — Experience an electrifying weekend of rock music featuring Blacktop Mojo.

Detroit Lions Youth Football: Lansing Fundamentals Mini-Camp

8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Hope Sports Complex — Registration fee applies — Enhance your child’s football skills with expert coaching and fun scrimmages.

Slow Joy Concert

7:30 p.m. — The Green Door — Ticket prices vary — Experience the I Love You So Much I Could Die Tour in a cozy Lansing venue.

Integrated Neuromuscular & Myofascial Release

Aug 7-9 — College of Osteopathic Medicine — 20.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ — Enhance your skills in pain management and osteopathic medicine.