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Lansing Parks Launches Sunrise Yoga Programs as Summer Heat Intensifies
Lansing residents are turning to early-morning sessions in city parks as summer heat builds and wellness programs expand.
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Temperature, Light and Noise Dramatically Impact Lansing Residents' Sleep Quality
Local sleep patterns shift when indoor conditions stray outside narrow ranges for cool air, darkness and quiet.
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Greater Lansing Tours Showcase Free Capitol Visits, Haunted Sites, Craft Trail
Free Capitol visits, haunted outings, media access and a craft beverage trail draw residents and visitors to established regional offerings.
community
Lansing's Complete 2026 Seasonal Guide: Kayaking, Snow Tubing, More
Lansing offers a packed calendar of outdoor fun across all four seasons, here’s where to go and what to do, from the Grand River to Hawk Island Park.
wellness
Lansing Shops Stock 5 Local Fermented Foods Boosting Gut Health
Lansing shoppers are finding more fermented options at neighborhood markets and stores this summer as interest in digestive health grows.
wellness
Lansing Parks and Recreation Launches Free Fitness Events Through July
Lansing Parks and Recreation has scheduled multiple no-cost group exercise sessions at city parks and trails through the end of July.
community
Lansing Residents Discover 100+ Miles of Trails and Waterways
The Lansing River Trail and nearby parks give residents direct access to hiking, paddling and biking without leaving the region.
finance
Craig Ryan Fine Clothing Drives Downtown Lansing’s Retail Revival
The opening of Craig Ryan Fine Clothing’s fifth location has helped lift downtown vacancy rates and signals renewed momentum for local retail entrepreneurs.
wellness
Exercise for Anxiety in Lansing: Local Program Results
Lansing wellness programs show 150 minutes weekly exercise reduces anxiety 18%. Discover free running clubs and fitness options on River Trail and Washington Avenue.
Politics
Lansing City Council Approves New Stormwater Fee Structure; Residents Face Higher Bills Starting October
The council voted 6-3 to implement a property-based stormwater charge that officials say will fund $8.2 million in drainage repairs over five years, but some homeowners will see costs double.
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Five Seasonal Recipes Using Local Produce Available Now at Lansing Markets
From zucchini fritters to sweet corn chowder, mid-Michigan's summer harvest is hitting its peak, and local farms are ready to feed it.
Politics
Lansing City Council Approves Residential Utility Stabilization Ordinance on Household Bills
The July 8 vote keeps base water and sewer charges unchanged for the next fiscal year while directing existing reserves to the city's utility assistance program.
finance
S&P 500 rose 1.24% as global markets advance
Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Lansing investors and retirement balances.
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Lansing Families Master Weekend Meal Prep for Hectic Schedules
Lansing households lean on weekend batch cooking to handle long shifts at the Capitol and factory floors.
finance
Lansing’s Startup Scene Surges with New Funding and Programs
Record funding boosts and targeted support programs highlight emerging opportunities for Greater Lansing startups.
wellness
Lansing Hosts Multiple Fun Runs and Charity Walks This Month
Lansing residents have multiple group exercise options along the riverfront and downtown corridors this month.
Technology
Lansing Fiber Expands to 87%, Speeds Hit 142 Mbps as Costs Drop
With average speeds hitting 142 Mbps and fiber coverage already reaching 87 percent of the city, providers are laying the groundwork for faster, cheaper internet options across Lansing.
Technology
Lansing Startups Attract National Attention With Surgical Robotics, PFAS Solutions
From surgical robotics to PFAS cleanup, a wave of young companies is drawing regional investment and national attention.
finance
Global Market Pressures Test Lansing Employers as Local Workforce Agencies Expand Training Options
Capital Area Michigan Works! and partner programs are helping Greater Lansing businesses address hiring and skill gaps shaped by wider economic conditions.
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Lansing City Clerk Processes Absentee Ballot Changes Before Election Day
Lansing residents direct requests to change absentee votes through the local city clerk under state rules that allow spoiling and replacement before the deadline.
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Whitmer Pushes Science of Reading Training for Lansing K-5 Teachers
The push to require science of reading training for K-5 teachers carries direct implications for how early literacy instruction reaches students in Lansing schools.
wellness
Nature Walks Lansing Locals Love: Hidden Trail Guide
Discover unmarked nature walks Lansing residents use for quiet summer fitness. Avoid crowded main trails with these shaded local routes.
wellness
Lansing Adults Sleep Less as Screen Time Rises, Programs Help
Lansing adults report shorter rest amid longer screen hours and irregular schedules, with local programs offering fixes.