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Monday, August 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.

CRIME NEWS

  • Meridian Township Police arrested a suspect after a chase & two home invasions on Friday, using a canine unit and a drone to track him before taking him to Ingham County Jail after he sustained minor injuries.  WLNS

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A local customer visited Horrocks for a salad but left with six unexpected items — including locally grown flowers, Michigan-made ice cream, black raspberry jam, 517 Coffee Co. coffee beans, vanilla bean sea salt and a 'Stay Peachy!' sticker— spending $48 in total.  WJIM AM

SPORTS NEWS

  • Detroit Red Wings prospect Trey Augustine returns to Michigan State for his junior season so he can build his skills and delay his pro debut until after 2026—he posted a strong sophomore season with top honors and now aims to help his team win a national championship.  Lansing State Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/21/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/22/25

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  • Fourth Saturday Game Day

    2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Enjoy an evening of board games in a friendly environment with fellow gamers.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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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.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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  • 2025 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival

    2 PM – 9 PM — Adado Riverfront Park — Admission details not specified — Indulge in various chicken wing flavors and enjoy live music and family activities.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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  • 5th Annual Meridian Motorfest

    8 AM – 5 PM — High Caliber Karting and Entertainment — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled day of sensory-friendly go-kart racing and arcade excitement for all ages.

    Sun, 8/31/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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