Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Lansing.
Tommy's Express Car Wash in Lansing is hosting a haunted car wash at 6415 S.
Cedar St. on Friday, Oct. 30 and Saturday, Oct. 31 from 7-10 p.m. for $25 (with $5 off presale) (parents should note jump scares may not suit young children).
Heavy traffic is expected this weekend as MSU Family Weekend runs Friday to Sunday + a home football game is set for Saturday at Spartan Stadium.
Drivers are advised to allow extra time on campus and downtown streets.
Quality Dairy donuts and rolls return today after state officials cleared its Lansing bakery, with additional baked goods coming Friday - customers can soon enjoy their favorites again.
Yesterday, the Lansing School District broke ground on the new Sheridan Road School that will serve grades 5-8 — featuring dedicated spaces for subjects and collaboration.
Details on construction are still being finalized.
Potter Park Zoo reached a major conservation milestone by sending over 26,000 Puerto Rican crested toad tadpoles to Puerto Rico as part of its long-running program; the zoo shipped this year’s batch last week to support recovery of the endangered species.
Michigan’s DNR asks hikers to keep safe and report any black bear dens spotted this fall and winter by noting GPS coordinates and contacting designated officials.
This step will help researchers manage and study bear populations.
In September, 46 Ingham County food establishments passed routine inspections with no violations, showing the health department's strong effort to prevent foodborne illness.
The list includes restaurants, coffee shops, and school cafeterias (with chains like Applebee's and McDonald's) across the area.
The City of Lansing and Capital Area Housing Partnership (CAHP) broke ground on three new single-family homes in Lansing yesterday.
Officials said the project will add valuable housing options for local residents.
Michigan State men’s soccer kept the Big Bear Trophy after a 1-1 draw with Michigan at DeMartin Stadium today, even though a late penalty tied the game.
The team will face Ohio State at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16.
Northwestern quarterback Aidan Chiles returns to Spartan Stadium on Saturday at noon to face Michigan State, led by freshman Alessio Milivojevic who is aiming for the team's first Big Ten win (MSU is 2-4 in conference play) as Northwestern moves into the AP Top 25.
Michigan State quarterback Alessio Milivojevic boosted the offense after a slow start against Illinois on Oct.
14 in East Lansing. The Spartans still need to adjust their game plan to secure a win.
Grand Ledge will host DeWitt on Friday, Oct.
16 for the CAAC Blue championship as the undefeated Comets aim to secure the league title, while other Week 8 games feature Fowler at Ithaca, Olivet at Lakewood and Hastings at Mason.
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