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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ MSU alum Brittany Slater released her debut novel that tells the story of her journey through single parenthood, homelessness, and dead-end jobs after graduating. The book uses her personal struggles as a guide to finding strength and resilience — blending hardship and hope — so that readers, including her nine-year-old son, can see how challenges can be overcome. The State News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife advocates from Wildside Rehabilitation and Education Center worked with Lansing police earlier this week to try to rescue a snowy owl with an injured leg and left eye near downtown Lansing (the bird was seen near Interstate 496 between the US 127 interchange and Clemens Avenue and is believed to be eating despite its injuries). Lansing State Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Senate Majority Floor Leader Sam Singh said he is disappointed by a budget standoff with Governor Whitmer and urged House Speaker Matt Hall to set targets so lawmakers can meet soon. Lawmakers must reach an agreement quickly - a government shutdown will occur on October 1 if no budget is approved. Stacks 92.1
- ➤ Lue Yang, a Hmong immigrant from St. Johns who came as an infant and was convicted of a home invasion in his youth, was detained by ICE on July 15 at his workplace and now faces the risk of deportation to Laos. His family and advocates say he built a stable life here and warn that returning could endanger him + exposing limits of Michigan’s Clean Slate law. Bridge Michigan
- ➤ Starting Aug11, road work will begin on the M-99 ramp to westbound I-96 — it will be closed for resurfacing until Sept26 as drivers follow a detour via eastbound I-96. South Meridian Road at M-43 will close from Aug11 to Sept14 — crews will rebuild the intersection as part of the bridge replacement project over the Red Cedar River. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ Ingham County 911 dispatchers ratified a three-year contract with pay raises and a signing bonus but still face high overtime and turnover—county officials will vote on the deal on Aug. 26 and may approve a six-month temporary staffing contract to ease the shortage. Lansing State Journal
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Department of Justice released a list of twenty places with policies that override federal immigration laws—East Lansing was the only Michigan city named. The department said these sanctuary policies hinder law enforcement—East Lansing’s mayor declined to comment. The State News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Locals in Lansing are flocking to Nip N Sip Drive-In, a cash-only spot with no website that lets customers order by pressing a button at the parking lot — serving meals like turkey subs, fries, and coneys quickly from their cars or nearby picnic tables. The review praised the tasty food and prompt service while promising a return visit to try more items — reinforcing the drive-in’s unique, no-frills style. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Michigan State hockey filled two roster gaps for the upcoming season by signing forward Cole Burke from Trenton and defenseman Sean Barnhill after an NHL departure and an injury. The team also secured commitments from three future prospects—Gavin Burcar, Tyler Martyniuk, and Brooks Rogowski—to join in later seasons. Lansing State Journal
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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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