Good morning, Lansing.

Pumpkin patch season is on as local farms like Brimley’s in Mason open their U-pick patches today and others such as Uncle John’s in St. Johns offer fall treats + fun activities.

Local morning anchors Seth Wells and Maureen Halliday announced on social media they are leaving WILX News 10 to spend more time with family, with their final broadcast set for Friday, Oct.

9 & marking nearly 10 years of service.

Impression 5 Science Center will break ground on a $3.2 million expansion and launch the Teen Exploration & Creativity Hub (TECH) on Wednesday, Sept.

30 at 10:00 a.m. at its downtown site (200 Museum Drive) as community partners join the ceremony.

Business leaders gathered Friday, Sept.

25 at the Lansing Regional Chamber for the Capitol Connections Breakfast, where they discussed policy and the upcoming midterm elections. The event offered a local forum for dialogue on issues impacting the regional business community.

Sandhill cranes are leaving Michigan as part of their fall migration, drawing bird enthusiasts to see them roost.

The Battle Creek Kiwanis Club is hosting its 31st annual CraneFest on Oct. 10+11.

Steam and hot water services remain disrupted at MSU after last Saturday's power outage, with over half the campus buildings still without full service.

Mobile shower units are available at Brody Neighborhood (with an ADA option at West Circle), and some buildings had restored service as of Thursday, Sept. 24.

Gun safety advocates warn that only half of school districts are meeting the Safe Homes, Safe Schools law requirement to share firearm safe storage information with families before October - districts including Grand Ledge, Lansing and Okemos have already complied while others must act soon.

MSU researchers developed an AI tool to spot lung damage from hazardous dust exposure affecting over 2 million workers.

The innovation is expected to support earlier diagnosis and treatment for those at risk.

Michigan State University is competing with other Big Ten schools in a blood drive challenge for a $1 million prize that will fund student and community health initiatives.

Wednesday's drive exceeded its registration goal, and another drive will take place on Thursday, Oct. 1 at Akers Hall.

Gayl Casgrain, diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2017, is the honoree at the Lansing Parkinson Hero Walk.

The event aims to boost hope (and strengthen community support) for those facing the disease.

MSU women's soccer rallied for a 3-2 win over Nebraska at DeMartin Stadium Thursday night when Emerson Sargeant scored in the 87th minute to lift the Spartans to a 7-1-2 record and 3-1-0 in conference play.