Good morning, Lansing.

Lansing officials enforced new public camping rules that led to citations for homeless residents such as Crystal White near Maguire Park — a move meant to heighten public safety.

Advocates including Greg Pratt of Michigan HOPE warn that these crackdowns may push the city’s most vulnerable further from help — adding barriers to securing stable housing.

Tim O'Rourke, co-owner of Stober's, said on video that the stained glass centerpiece known as Merlin gives the bar its special character—without it, the business would be just another dive bar.

Lord Huron front man Ben Schneider from Okemos will perform at Meadow Brook Amphitheatre in Rochester Hills on August 9 to promote the band's new album The Cosmic Selector Vol.

1, released in July — the group will then head overseas for their European tour.

Stober's bar in Lansing shows a 22-foot wide and 13-foot tall stained-glass sculpture of Merlin carved from Haitian mahogany—the soul of the dive bar—as co-owner Tim O'Rourke said on July 25.

Photos taken on Monday, Aug.

5 show Michigan State University’s Beal Botanical Garden in East Lansing with views of a pond, blooming black-eyed susans, a painted steel sculpture gate by Albert Paley, and other garden features. The images capture a serene setting plus vibrant details of the garden’s art and nature.

Michigan State University’s W.J.

Beal Botanical Garden is the oldest continuously operating garden in the United States and is listed on the Michigan State Register of Historic Places. The 7 acre garden on MSU’s north campus was started in 1873 by Professor W.J. Beal and holds over 2,200 plant species for visitors to enjoy.

On Thursday, Aug. 7—a Lansing resident's FOIA request for an updated red-tagged properties list remains in progress after the city, using its allowed 10-day extension, failed to meet the promised reply by Tuesday.

He said discussions with city officials revealed that concerns over property occupancy and the retirement of the staff member who compiled the list have contributed to the delay, and he plans to update his story daily until it is received.

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.

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.

Friday Karaoke

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a fun night of karaoke with friends at this lively local favorite.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a lively karaoke night with friends at a local favorite spot in Lansing.

Play Board Games at The Gaming Cantina

1-10 p.m. — The Gaming Cantina — Free gaming — Engage with fellow gamers in a welcoming environment with food and drinks nearby.