Good morning, Lansing.

A Lansing cat named Toby tied the Guinness World Record for most toes on a cat last year with 28 toes (seven on each paw), and his extra-toed look has drawn online interest as locals marvel at his unique feature, according to owner Delaney Henderson.

Fish Ladder Music Park will host the 11th Annual Dam Jam Music Festival on Friday (July 17) and Saturday (July 18), offering free outdoor concerts, local food trucks, and a festive riverfront atmosphere that celebrates the region’s diverse music scene.

MSU faculty cast a non-binding vote showing less confidence in the Board of Trustees than in President Guskiewicz after he reversed his decision to leave for Clemson.

The vote results may guide upcoming leadership discussions on campus.

Wildfires in Canada and Minnesota caused a hazy sky over Lansing yesterday, July 16, with smoke drifting over downtown, East Lansing, and Michigan State University.

The sun filtered through the smoke, creating an unusual glow that reminded locals of the regional air quality impact.

Noah Garcia, 13, injured by a falling tree during a storm on July 3 near Cottonwood Campground, is now breathing without oxygen (feeding tube removed) and has moved out of the ICU at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing as of Thursday, July 16.

On July 16, Michigan health officials reported 4,312 cyclosporiasis cases and 102 hospitalizations since the outbreak began on May 1.

The FDA is investigating produce like lettuce & other items while researchers work to identify the source, and no deaths have been reported.

Six athletes + one championship coach have been named to the MSU Spartan Hall of Fame Class of 2026, with an induction ceremony scheduled for Friday, Sept.

11. Tickets are available at MSUSpartans.com.

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.