Good morning, Lansing.

Regent Park offers a peaceful 3-acre escape with open fields, wooded trails and a new playground for families, dog walkers and wildlife enthusiasts; State Journal photographer Nick King features the park in his ongoing Walk in the Park series at (600 Regent Street).

Snowplows in Lansing sport playful names like Truck Norris and Frosty the Snowplow as MDOT features an interactive map tracking these vehicles around town.

Residents enjoy a touch of humor this winter (bringing a lighthearted vibe to the community).

A one million dollar Powerball ticket sold at Kroger in Howell matched all five white balls but missed the Powerball drawn in Arkansas on Wednesday.

The ticket remains eligible for a prize claim for one year.

Freezing rain has caused power outages across parts of Michigan with about 8,800 customers affected, including some in Lansing served by the Board of Water and Light.

Residents are advised to check their provider’s status and stay 25-feet away from any downed-power lines.

A new study finds over 60% of residents in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula want fewer wolves because of concerns about livestock, deer, and safety.

Researchers from MSU advise the Department of Natural Resources to use non-lethal methods + public input to keep the wolf population balanced.

Michigan Natural Resources Commission approved changes — expanding underwater spearfishing in parts of Michigan lakes in April, simplifying turkey hunting, and allowing buck take in Liberty and Independence hunts.

The panel paused a goose-killing program and will decide on coyote season rules in January.

Michigan Department of Transportation crews salted highways early Friday in Delta Township to keep roads safe for post-Christmas travelers amid icy, wet conditions.

They plan to work through the night in two shifts to address freezing rain.

Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel hired Utah’s Kyle Whittingham as the Wolverines’ head coach on a five-year contract paying $8.2 million per year.

Interim coach Biff Poggi endorsed the move on Friday while Whittingham is expected to join bowl prep in Orlando today + his arrival marks a new era.

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.

USC Trojans vs. Michigan State Spartans Women's Basketball

8-11 p.m. — Breslin Center — Tickets start at fair pricing — Catch a thrilling women's basketball matchup in East Lansing.

Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Michigan State Spartans Men's Hockey

6-9 p.m. — Munn Ice Arena — Tickets starting at $77 — Watch a thrilling college hockey matchup between two fierce rivals.