Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of September.
Good morning, Lansing.
The Lansing Post Office honored letter carrier Jack Grossman Tuesday for his 60 years of service with the U.S. Postal Service in a local ceremony — a milestone that marks his enduring work in the community.
A ceremony held at the Pentagon on Sept.
21 awarded former Lansing resident Robert E. DeVinney the Bronze Star for his service during the Battle of the Bulge — the honor was given posthumously.
MSU students are turning their passion for nail art into small businesses, offering Gel X and French tips through social media while managing classes and dorm life.
Their side gigs help cover tuition and living expenses along East Campus.
On Tuesday, Lansing Promise partnered with Central Michigan University to expand college opportunities for eligible students in the Lansing School District + the initiative will boost local access to higher education.
Lansing Community College marked 20 years of the Shigematsu Memorial Garden Tuesday at its downtown campus.
The garden, which honors the Japan Adventure Program, featured a tree dedication for Dr. Tai Sung Kim — a key figure behind the college’s Japanese initiatives.
MSU President Kevin Guskiewicz delivered his annual address Tuesday, highlighting the 'Uncommon Will' campaign that raised $736 million from 64,000 donors and announcing plans to update the general curriculum and build a new engineering center with $60 million from the state and a $50 million private gift.
Former Mayor David Hollister, a persistent public servant who led downtown renewal and saved GM jobs, died Sept.
22 at 84. He fought Parkinson’s with daily walks and left a legacy that transformed Lansing through determined civic leadership.
The Association for Children’s Mental Health is hosting its 36th statewide conference at MTG Space in Lansing to unite advocates for youth mental health as Suicide Awareness Month ends.
Michigan State University health officials warned the campus about the synthetic opioid cychlorphine, which has been linked to more than 100 deaths including a 16-year-old in California.
They advised students and staff to stay alert and follow safety guidelines.
Junior goalkeeper Jake Grekowicz has anchored MSU men's soccer defense with five clean sheets this season after overcoming early setbacks and injuries.
The Rochester (native) now leads the Spartans with steady play as their Big Ten campaign continues.
Michigan State will miss running back Cam Edwards for the season after he injured his right knee early in Saturday’s game against Nebraska.
Coach Fitzgerald said the team will rely on backups as injuries affect the offense ahead of the contest against Wisconsin, Oct. 3.
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