Good morning, Lansing.

The MSU Homecoming Parade took place on October 10—community members, students, alumni and local families watched the colorful event as it started near Abbot Road and ended at the Red Cedar Bridge.

The parade featured the MSU ROTC, the Spartan Marching Band and unique displays from various local groups.

Yeti Kitchen at Lansing Shuffle will close on November 2.

The popular Nepali eatery in Lansing is shutting its door as its owners—managing three locations—decided they could not keep all open.

Okemos' iconic neon shopping cart lady is offline for repairs and will be back in six to eight weeks—she will be relit with a celebration featuring music, food trucks, and glowing festivities.

DaBaby delivered a 30-minute performance at Grewal Hall on Oct.

11 for MSU students after fans waited two hours at the door. He said his late arrival came after a stop at the team store to represent MSU and his set featured tracks from earlier albums and collaborations.

Disney’s musical Beauty and the Beast will open tomorrow at the Wharton Center in East Lansing.

The touring production uses nine semi-trucks and adds 100 local workers when it arrives—bringing the classic show to new audiences.

MSU Library offers free sewing machines, mending kits and 3D printing at the Hollander Makerspace so students can make Halloween costumes on campus + the Surplus Store holds weekly Upcycle Friday events from 11 to 3 p.m. and will host a Clothing Repair-A-Thon on October 24 while accepting public donations for costume supplies.

MSU now offers a class that uses Taylor Swift to help students learn about social sciences.

The course covers topics like self-fashioning, fandom, and pop culture—giving all majors a chance to learn how society works.

Today, Governor Whitmer announced Michigan will celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day to honor Native cultures—federal officials will continue to observe Columbus Day in recognition of explorer Christopher Columbus.

The dual observances reflect differing views on U.S. history and its impact on present communities.

Federal officials expanded a listeria recall on prepared pasta meals and deli salads sold in Michigan after tests linked Nate's Fine Foods pre-cooked pasta to at least 20 illnesses, 19 hospitalizations, and four deaths reported since 2024—Michigan shoppers are advised to check their fridges and discard or return any recalled items from retailers including Kroger, Walmart Marketside Meals, and Trader Joe's.

Michigan homeowners face a yard care choice as experts warn that a thick layer of fallen leaves can choke the grass and lead to a dead yard when snow melts.

The state recommends using a mower with a mulching blade because chopped leaves add natural nutrients to the lawn.

Talib Kweli Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Grewal Hall — Tickets available — Experience the thought-provoking hip hop of Talib Kweli live in Lansing.

Friday Karaoke

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a night of singing, socializing, and delicious ramen at a beloved local venue.

Apple Butter Festival

11 AM – 5 PM — Fenner Nature Center — Fundraiser for Fenner Conservancy — Celebrate fall with apple butter, local food, music, and hands-on activities.

Okemos Learning Center Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat

3-6 p.m. — Okemos Professional Building — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with crafts, games, and candy in a sensory-friendly environment.

Fourth Saturday Game Day

2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Connect with fellow gamers and enjoy free gaming at the local family game store.

Lansing Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Connect with top employers in various fields at this comprehensive career fair.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — A lively karaoke experience with music, socializing, and delicious offerings from Ruckus Ramen.

Board Game Night at The Gaming Cantina

1-10 p.m. — The Gaming Cantina Game Room — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of free gaming and networking with fellow board game enthusiasts.

Wuzee Concert

7-9 p.m. — Grewal Hall at 224 — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy popular tracks from Wuzee and discover new music while immersing in the hip-hop scene.

Friday Karaoke Night

9-11 p.m. — The Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night of karaoke fun at a local favorite hangout while indulging in tasty ramen.