Good Day
Lansing
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Lansing. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At St. Johns, over 40 teams and 60 dogs competed in the annual Canine Frisbee Toss — Fetch Championship where teams from Bay City, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, St. Johns and Lansing earned points for each successful catch. Organizers said the contest is open to any dog that loves to play fetch. FOX 47
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Michigan magnet fisher pulled an artillery shell from the Red Cedar River in Lansing — 911 was called immediately, and a bomb squad assessed and safely removed the dangerous item. WJIM AM
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Consumers Energy warns Michigan residents about spoofed calls and emails—these scams demand prepaid debit or gift card payments and the company stresses it never uses those methods; customers who have shared their details should call 800-477-5050 immediately. WJIM AM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts warn Michigan residents against burning ticks off because the heat stresses them to vomit germs that could make you sick; they advise using +tweezers+ to remove ticks safely. WJIM AM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Michigan State Spartans overcame a 21-14 halftime deficit and fought through double overtime to secure a 42-40 win over Boston College on Saturday at Spartan Stadium—completing a clutch two-point conversion—to boost their record to 2-0. WJIM AM
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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.
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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!
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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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A Beautiful Noise Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience a night of live music with A Beautiful Noise.
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Board Games Gathering at Summit Comics & Games
2-9 p.m. — Summit Comics & Games — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of free gaming and connect with fellow board game enthusiasts.
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Conservation Pool Party
1-3 p.m. — Fenner Nature Center — Free entry — Connect with local conservationists over refreshments and explore vernal pool ecology.
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Sensory Friendly Hours at Impression5
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Impression 5 Science Center — $12 for adults & children — Explore the Science Center with altered exhibits for a sensory-friendly experience.
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Stroller Walk at Frances Park
10-11 a.m. — Frances Park — Free — Enjoy a lively stroller walk with bikes and scooters welcome in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Dam Jam Music Festival
5:01-11 p.m. — Brenke Fish Ladder — Free entry — Celebrate local music with a vibrant lineup and food options along Lansing's riverfront.
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Sportscards & Memorabilia Show
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Lansing Mall — Free admission — Explore sports memorabilia and cards with free parking.
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