Good morning, Lansing.

The Dick’s Sporting Goods Outlet on west Lansing will close on January 17 and hold a going out of business sale with all sales final.

The store (opened in 2023) advises patrons to visit nearby branches for their sporting goods needs.

The board will fill a seat left by Dr. Deyanira Nevárez Martinez after her election to City Council; applications open Dec.

18, 6 p.m. to Jan. 5, 5 p.m., interviews are set for Jan. 8 (or Jan. 9 if needed) and the new member is sworn in on Jan. 22.

The school board named Jessica Benavides, a Lansing schools veteran, as interim superintendent on Dec.

18 after beginning contract talks on Dec. 11; she will take over on Feb. 1 as Ben Shuldiner stays until Jan. 31 + he accepted a position in Seattle.

State utility regulators approved DTE Energy’s contracts on Thursday for Michigan’s first hyperscale data center in Saline Township (575-acre Stargate facility) that will serve Oracle, OpenAI and Related Digital; conditions attached aim to protect ratepayers and secure a projected $300 million annual cost savings.

Danone U.S. is recalling So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster frozen dessert in 1-pint containers sold in Michigan due to possible hard objects from cashew inclusions; consumers should check the UPC (74473476138) and best-by date Aug.

8, 2027 and avoid eating the product.

East Lansing boys basketball excelled on Dec.

18 when its Trojans beat Waverly 74-62 in a CAAC Blue game. Senior DeQuarius Stewart led with 18 points and 6 rebounds — prompting coach Ray Mitchell to expect him to step up as a key playmaker moving forward.

Michigan State's club dodgeball team is the nation's top-ranked squad, fueled by competitive practices at IM Circle in East Lansing.

The team won national titles in 2023 and 2024 and now sports an 8-0 season start as it eyes another championship in Columbus next year.

Leigha Roberson scored 16 points, her best for the season, as Portland won 62 to 28 against Ionia on Dec.

19, 2025, boosting the Raiders' confidence. The game showcased strong teamwork and marked a turning point in her performance — a sign of growing reliability on the court.

Eastern announced on Friday, Dec.

19 that Hall of Fame coach Dan Boggan is returning to coach after he last served in 2017. Boggan replaces Jordan Morgan and will work to rebuild the football program after a 2-7 finish.

Tom Izzo unveiled the 2027 Final Four logo Friday, Dec.

19 at Ford Field where he recalled his 2009 run and set high hopes for the event; Final Four games will be held on April 3 and 5 as the city gears up for a weeklong basketball celebration.

Board Game Day at Evolution Games

2-11 p.m. — Evolution Games — Free gaming — Enjoy a day of board gaming and connect with fellow gamers in a welcoming environment.

Threads and Bread Dinner

8 p.m. — 900 West Apartments and Townhomes — Free meal — Providing food and personal bags to support underprivileged community members.

November BOTM: One Dark Window

7-9 p.m. — Foster Community Center — Light snacks and beverages provided — Engage in a mystical discussion about Elspeth's journey in the eerie kingdom of Blunder.

Verdi, Miller, and Brahms Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Wharton Center for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic compositions by Verdi and Brahms alongside contemporary work by Miller.

Comedy and Music Night with Johnny Hamcheck

7-8:30 p.m. — Macs Bar — $10 — Experience a unique blend of stand-up comedy and music from the quirky social media sensation Johnny Hamcheck.