November Volunteer of the Month: Bill Castanier
When it comes to the history of Lansing, Lastronauts know to turn to Bill Castanier – Lansing resident and member of the Historical Society of Greater Lansing.
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Lace Up for the Holidays: Festive Races to Keep You Moving
By: Melissa Cole
Whether you are running or walking there are some fun options to participate in a race this holiday session.
Lansing General Motors plant to build new 2027 Cadillac CT5
By Victoria Witke (via WKAR)
The next generation Cadillac CT5 midsize sedan will be assembled at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant, General Motors confirmed to WKAR News on Oct. 16.
The new 2027 CT5s will be gas-powered – not electric, despite $1.4 billion being invested in electrifying the plant last year.
Council declares Lansing an ‘LGBTQ+ welcoming city'
By Leo V. Kaplan (via Lansing City Pulse)
Three weeks after threats made against transgender patrons at the Avenue Cafe galvanized local pro-trans activists, the Lansing City Council has officially declared Lansing an “LGBTQ+ welcoming city.”
The resolution passed Monday, 7-0, with 3rd Ward Councilmember Adam Hussain absent.
Silver Bells in the City, Lansing’s signature holiday celebration, returns for 41st year
Silver Bells in the City is a Lansing tradition that is loved by generations of families. Silver Bells in the City attracts an average of 40,000 people to the capital city each year and takes place annually on the Friday before Thanksgiving in Lansing, Michigan.
Call for Volunteers: Fall Cut Back and Clean Up
Calling all lovers of autumn! We are seeking volunteers to join us in manicuring Michigan’s Downtown. What to expect: a lunch hour of beautifying and cleaning up our downtown district as we work to create a place for everyone to visit and enjoy in the cooler months!
From Downtown Lansing to Shark Tank: Sweet Encounter secures $35K investment
Nikki Thompson Frazier, owner of Sweet Encounter Bakery and former Middle Village participant, has taken her business from a local storefront in Michigan’s Downtown to the national spotlight — landing a $35,000 investment after pitching at the Clover x Shark Tank Summit.
68-foot spruce from Sault Ste. Marie picked as 2025 State Tree
By: Daylyn Huff (via WLNS)
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) has selected the 2025 state Christmas tree.
A 68-foot spruce from Sault Ste. Marie was chosen to light up our State Capitol. The DTMB says the tree will be harvested later this month. The spruce will arrive in Downtown Lansing on Saturday, November 1.
Great Harvest Bakery & Café Opens in Downtown Lansing
(via WITL)
Lansing foodies didn’t have to wait too long for the latest restaurant to open its doors.
There is, undoubtedly, a restaurant boom happening in the greater Lansing area this year. We’re only partway through 2025, and we’ve already seen over 35 restaurants, cafés, bakeries, and more open their doors. Now, we can add another one to the list.
Downtown Lansing Inc. celebrates 15 years as a Michigan Main Street program
(via Michigan Economic Development Corporation)
Downtown Lansing is continuing its work to create a thriving and inclusive district. Downtown Lansing Inc. works to help businesses succeed through offerings like the Downtown Business Huddle, sign grant program, business trainings and resources available through MMS.
