Good morning, Lansing.

Lake Trust held a free shred day in DeWitt to help residents dispose of documents containing personal information+ officials noted that even old tax forms can expose risks.

The organization will host another event at Lake Lansing on Sept. 19.

A Grand Ledge bus pull raised funds for Special Olympics as local supporters gathered to back athletes and boost community sports programs.

Organizers said the money will help expand participation opportunities in future events.

City Pulse’s 2025 Top of the Town contest named Charlie Kang’s as one of Greater Lansing’s Top 5 Soup spots, recognizing dishes like wonton soup + crab rangoons served on E.

Grand River Ave. in East Lansing.

Lansing Performing Arts Connection launches its matinee musicale series today featuring Brazilian music at its local venue & invites community members to enjoy a vibrant cultural experience.

The Lansing community celebrated a traditional German festival with Oktoberfest Saturday evening at Adado Riverfront Park, drawing about 3,000 locals who enjoyed polka music and German beer.

Organizer Paul Starr expects a larger crowd next year.

Officials from MDARD confirmed spotted lanternfly populations in eight counties including Berrien—a key grape-growing area—and Washtenaw plus five others.

Residents are advised to report sightings in new areas and squish insects in confirmed zones to protect local crops from damage.

Abdul El-Sayed (U.S. Senate candidate) held town halls at MSU Union in East Lansing and at Grewal Hall in Lansing on Sept.

11; he also attended Lansing's 25th anniversary 9/11 memorial ceremony, engaging with students and community members.

The Detroit Lions won 31-30 in overtime against the Saints on Sunday at Ford Field.

Jared Goff, Jahmyr Gibbs and Amon-Ra St. Brown made key plays as the team prepares to play the Bills at their new stadium on Thursday at 8:15 p.m.

Jahmyr Gibbs led the Lions to a season-opening overtime win against the Saints by recording 186 yards and two touchdowns, and teammates praised his endurance + Coach Campbell said the team will monitor his workload as the season progresses.