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Good day Lansing! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How one Lansing podcast makes City Council drama actually understandable
  • How a bigger MSU pavilion could bring more money into Lansing
  • What Lansing’s new court deal means for the north-side encampment

Also on today's calendar: Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings and 3 more events.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Windy with rain, with a high of 47 and low of 24 degrees.
  • Friday: Windy; morning flurries, temps: high: 26, low: 22.
  • Saturday: Not as cold; a p.m. shower, with a high of 41 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!

📰 News we're reading

1. 'What Lansing Council' podcast recaps theatrics, drama and policy of City Hall meetings (wkar.org) — A Lansing resident has launched the “What Lansing Council” podcast to translate often-confusing City Council meetings into clear, accessible recaps for neighbors. Drawing on her experience as a local election poll worker, she hopes to boost confidence in down-ballot voting and civic engagement. She also shares practical tips for contacting councilmembers and dreams of involving MSU and LCC students in future episodes.
   

2. Michigan Farm Bureau Pavilion Expansion Approved; 2nd Arena Planned (wlen.com) — Michigan State University is moving ahead with plans to expand the Michigan Farm Bureau Pavilion in East Lansing, adding a second indoor arena to boost event capacity. The project, still in the planning phase, could range from 24,000 to over 40,000 square feet and is expected to strengthen the local economy by supporting more agricultural and community events.
   

3. Lansing reaches deal to break up homeless encampment, offer temporary shelter (wilx.com) — Lansing officials have reached a court-approved deal to close a homeless encampment near Dietrich Park while offering six weeks of city-funded emergency shelter and transportation starting by December 22. Anyone still at the camp after December 23 could be removed as a trespasser. The agreement coincides with the city floating a sixth potential site for its proposed ModPod community.
   

4. Lansing Santa gives back to those he does business with (lansingstatejournal.com) — A longtime Lansing resident is suiting up as Santa to surprise the local businesses he frequents, including waving to traffic outside Affordable Tire & Service Center on Larch Street. Bernaldo Hernandez spends his holiday season roaming Lansing in costume, sharing cheer with workers and passersby as his personal way of giving back to the community that keeps him rolling year-round.
   

5. Lawmakers discuss repealing Michigan's red flag law (wlns.com) — State lawmakers gathered in Lansing to debate repealing Michigan’s red flag law, which lets courts temporarily remove guns from people deemed dangerous. Supporters and opponents packed the House Office Building, clashing over due process, public safety, and how broadly the law defines who can request an order. No vote has been scheduled yet, so Lansing residents should watch for next steps.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I'm interested in doing one free clean for someone in need for the holidays.
    whether it be a mom who is struggling, an elder who cant clean for themselves, or maybe someone struggling with mental health... Please message me or… (Nextdoor Kensington Meadows)
  • Threat prompts lockdowns at Waverly Community Schools in Lansing, Michigan.
    9:56AM on Dec 17: A threat received via phone to Waverly Community Schools prompted the lockdown of both Waverly High School and Waverly Middle… (Nextdoor )
  • Meijer, Inc. posted a job opening for Produce Clerk in Lansing. Apply here.
  • Copart, Inc. posted a job opening for Loader Operator in Lansing. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lansing here.

Ok Lansing! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

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