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Sunday, July 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gage Cannabis will close 20 dispensaries and four grow operations in Michigan by September, which will cut about 250 jobs from the state. The company said it is leaving Michigan to focus on markets like New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Ohio — aiming for better returns. WJIM AM
- ➤ Costco announced it has recalled several household items sold in Michigan, including window air conditioners prone to mold, tires at risk for detachment, adjustable dumbbells with loose weight plates, and power banks with battery overheating concerns+ Michigan customers are urged to stop using these products immediately and return them for a full refund at their local store. WJIM AM
- ➤ Walmart announced a recall of 850,000 Ozark Trail 64-oz insulated water bottles sold in Michigan since 2017 after defective lids — which may explode when storing liquid — injured users and caused one permanent vision loss. Customers should stop using these bottles and return them to Walmart for a full refund. WJIM AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI has warned Michigan residents that scammers pose as savvy investors to promote fake stock trading groups and trick people into buying stocks of low value—then sell their shares and vanish, leaving victims with worthless investments. WJIM AM
- ➤ The Michigan Supreme Court ruled on July 12 that Jennifer Crumbley must remain in prison as her request for bond was denied—upholding the lower court decision on her involuntary manslaughter convictions linked to the Oxford High School shooting. WKAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ScrapFest returned to Old Town Lansing this weekend with teams collecting up to 500 pounds of scrap metal to create nearly 50 sculptures for the free festival. The annual event featured live entertainment, vendors, and food trucks—proceeds benefiting the local Old Town Commercial Association—attracting thousands from Lansing and nearby. WJIM AM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michigan law now restricts legal fireworks use to set days including the weekends before Memorial and Labor Day, June 29 to July 4, if July 5 falls on a Friday or Saturday, and December 31 until 1 am on January 1—fireworks are allowed only between 11 am and 11:45 pm. Violating these rules may lead to fines up to $1,000 and some local areas enforce extra restrictions. WJIM AM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Orkin’s 2025 Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List shows four Michigan cities ranked among the worst—Detroit at No. 3, Grand Rapids at No. 7, Flint at No. 16, and Lansing at No. 48. Health experts urge residents to inspect beds, furniture, and secondhand items to help prevent bed bug infestations. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Mondelez voluntarily recalled misbranded Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches in Michigan after some wrappers mistakenly show cheese instead of peanut butter, posing a risk for those with peanut allergies—customers should check products with best-by dates from November 1 to 9 and January 2 to 22 and return them for a refund. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 517 football camp in Lansing was hosted by Carolina Panthers tackle Taylor Moton and featured current and former NFL and college players like Jacoby Windman and Brad Jones to teach over 350 kids about football and sportsmanship (Michigan State running back Jace Clarizio also volunteered). WLNS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ingham County Fair
4 PM – 10 PM — Ingham County Fairgrounds — Admission fees vary — Celebrate community spirit with rides, games, and a large animal auction.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Friday Karaoke Night
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Sing your heart out at this lively local favorite with friends and great food from Ruckus Ramen.
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