Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
Good morning, Lansing.
💼 Business
O&W Inc.—one of three Michigan distributors—will offer Yuengling Lager, Yuengling Black & Tan, and Yuengling Flight in East Lansing, Ann Arbor and Detroit as locals check the updated Beer Finder website for hundreds of spots selling the brew.
Packaged beer will be released in September.
Larry Kirchhoff of All Star Mechanical had his two TV commercials turned down by WLNS and Fox 47 despite earlier script approvals—he spent $13,500 to produce provocative 30-second spots that drew both anger and praise.
He said he will talk with the stations later this week as he weighs his free speech options.
🚨 Crime
Lansing police are seeking help to find 12-year-old Faith Ann-Marie Brown (last seen on Aug.
19 near the 3900 block of Hartford Road in southwest Lansing wearing a black T-shirt, gray sweatpants, a pink umbrella and a Hello Kitty backpack) and ask anyone with information to call 517-483-4600.
🎓 Education
The new Mt. Hope School in Lansing opened on August 20, welcoming more than 400 students to a $30 million building that took two years to build — it is the first of several district improvements approved after a 2022 tax vote.
District officials and teachers celebrated the start of the school year as more renovations are planned for other campuses.
🏥 Health
At Potter Park Zoo, eastern black rhino Doppsee, 18, was treated after a July 28 medical emergency and her condition worsened to critical on August 19 as she stopped eating and showed signs of colic—zoo officials said they are using all available treatments to help her recover.
🎉 Lansing Events
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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.
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.
2025 MSU Family Weekend
10 AM – 8 PM — Michigan State University — Registration required — Explore campus and connect with your student during a weekend of activities.
Capital City Dragon Boat Race
9 AM – 5 PM — Grand River Park — Free entry — Swing by the Dragon Boat Race and snag some FREE BOOKS!
BluesFest Michigan
All day — Old Town Lansing River View Lofts — Cost TBA — Experience a vibrant open-air festival showcasing diverse Blues music and family-friendly activities.
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