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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local residents posted red heart messages on Old Town storefronts after JazzFest Michigan's Friday performances to support businesses vandalized on July 30— the hearts remained visible yesterday while a fundraiser for the shops is scheduled for Aug. 21. Lansing State Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tashawn Bernard, a 14-year-old from Lansing, is suing the city, former police chief Ellery Sosebee and two officers for 11 counts including false arrest and excessive force after a 2023 incident that was captured in a viral video—his lawsuit filed July 27 claims his constitutional rights were violated due to inadequate training and supervision. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Late on Aug. 1, Meridian Township police arrested a suspect after a foot chase that led to two break-ins at occupied homes—he sustained minor injuries during the arrest, was treated, and is now in jail. Lansing State Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State University Extension will lay off 94 employees and end its SNAP-Ed program on Oct. 1 due to federal funding cuts under the Big Beautiful Bill signed on July 4 — a grant worth more than 10 million dollars that for 30 years helped low-income families learn about healthy eating and physical activity will be lost. Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In May, Ingham County Judge Richard Garcia ruled that pigs on Ted Nugent’s ranch are domestic after a DNR undercover probe sought evidence of illegal feral swine hunts at several game farms. Nugent called the probe 'cowardly' while officials ordered two other farms to address wild swine concerns — a decision that has sparked statewide debate —. WJIM AM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Metal fragments were found in fully cooked frozen ground beef, leading to a recall of 1,065 pounds of Ada Valley products sold in Michigan, California, Delaware, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. Consumers with packages marked with lot codes 35156 or 35157 and pack dates May 28 and May 30 should discard the products or return them for a full refund — the recall was initiated after the company alerted USDA's FSIS. WJIM AM
- ➤ Officials announced a recall after a packaging mix-up led to some Celsius Astro Vibe cans being filled with High Noon vodka seltzer—consumers are advised to check lot codes L CCB 02JL25 from 2:55 to 3:11 and High Noon Beach Variety codes L CCC 17JL25 from 14:00 to 23:59 and L CCC 18JL25 from 00:00 to 03:00 to avoid unintentional alcohol consumption. WJIM AM
- ➤ Michigan stores are pulling Reser's Fine Foods Ham Salad and Molly's Kitchen Ham Salad from shelves after the USDA warned that breadcrumbs in these ready-to-eat products may be contaminated with Listeria — no related illnesses have been reported and customers should return the recalled items for a refund. The Reser's product has a sell-by date of Sept. 1, and the Molly's product bears a sell-by date of Aug. 31. WJIM AM
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide helps Michigan parents plan for a beach day with toddlers by listing key items such as SPF 50+ sunscreen, extra towels, swim diapers, and backup snacks — the guide aims to ease the packing struggle while keeping outings safe and fun. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Board Game Meetup at Summit Comics & Games
2-9 p.m. — Summit Comics & Games — Free entry — Enjoy free gaming and connect with fellow board game enthusiasts in Lansing's local game store.
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Capital Region Owner2Owner Networking Event
4-6 p.m. — Pickleball Barn — Free entry — Connect with local small business owners while enjoying pickleball and community updates.
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Friday Karaoke
9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of karaoke with friends at this lively local favorite.
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Play Board Games at Evolution Games
2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Enjoy an evening of board gaming, networking with fellow enthusiasts, and browsing a local game shop.
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Western Michigan Broncos vs. Michigan State Spartans Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Spartan Stadium — Tickets from $52 — Experience college football action as the Broncos take on the Spartans in East Lansing.
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