Good morning, Lansing.

Monroe native Jeff Arcuri’s Netflix special — Nice to Meet You — debuted on July 7 and climbed to No. 4 on Netflix’s U.S. TV chart, drawing on his early Michigan stage work to deliver personal stories and fast-paced crowd work.

Local school districts are proposing operating millage + sinking fund renewals on the Aug.

4 ballot. Voters in Ingham, Eaton, and Ionia counties will decide on proposed rate increases to help fund schools from 2027 to 2036.

MSU's Write On! program has undergraduates traveling 36 miles each week to Parnall Correctional Facility to help incarcerated students improve their writing skills.

The program, which began in spring 2025, is expanding with plans for a dedicated class and certification.

NOAA says a brewing Super El Niño may alter Michigan's weather later this fall and winter + forecasts predict an 81% chance of very strong conditions from Oct. through Dec. that could extend into early spring.

Michigan residents will see a partial solar eclipse on Aug.

12 from about 1 to 1:35 p.m. where only about 3% of the sun will be covered, so viewers should use proper eclipse glasses to safely view it.

Health officials advise residents to treat diarrhea at home amid the cyclosporiasis outbreak by drinking oral rehydration solutions (following WHO formulas) and avoiding sugary drinks, alcohol, and greasy foods; doctors recommend seeking care for persistent symptoms.

The Lansing State Journal featured local Baseball Hall of Famer John Smoltz, a Waverly graduate whose career included 213 wins, a Cy Young Award (1996), and a lasting legacy in Greater Lansing sports.

The series aims to highlight the region’s top athletes over several weeks.

Two Michigan State baseball players were selected in the 2026 MLB Draft on Sunday.

Pitcher Nolan Higgins was picked by the Blue Jays in the fifth round and outfielder Nick Williams was chosen by the Nationals (both completed their MSU degrees), adding to Coach Boss Jr.'s 41 Spartan selections.

Michigan State and Gonzaga women kick off a doubleheader at 2 p.m. ET, with the men set for 5:30 p.m. ET on Dec.

19 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs (tickets go on sale tomorrow) for the Acrisure Series event.

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.