🌱 Police Begin Maximum Enforcement Period + MSU Programs Rank First

Good morning, friends! It's me, Michelle Paul, your host of the Lansing-East Lansing Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Partly sunny. High: 62 Low: 43.
• Friday: Cooler with a shower. High: 52 Low: 43.

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Here are the top three stories today in Lansing-East Lansing:

1. The Lansing Police Department announced that it has begun a "maximum enforcement period" that will continue for the next couple of weeks, during which officers will be cracking down on drivers who are speeding, driving recklessly, or involved in other traffic offenses. The department is partnering with the Office of Highway Safety Planning to ensure that there will be more officers out on patrol to catch drivers. (WILX)
2. The U.S. News & World Report recently released a list of the top graduate programs in the U.S., and four programs from Michigan State University (MSU) made the top of the list. Three graduate programs from the College of Education made the top of the list for the fifth year in a row, and the supply chain and logistics graduate program made the top spot for the seventh year in a row. The nuclear physics graduate program dropped to spot number two after being number one for 13 years. Many other programs were ranked on the list ranging anywhere from No. 2 to No. 22 on the lists. (WILX)
3. McAlister’s Deli is relocating to a different location here in Lansing. The restaurant's current location at 2901 Preyde Boulevard will close its doors at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, Apr. 28. Its new location on 2129 Lake Lansing Road, about .06 miles away, will host an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 4 at 10:00 a.m. (WILX)

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Today and tomorrow in Lansing-East Lansing:

Thursday, April 27

• Playground Playdate At Osborn Park (5:30 PM)
• Beggars Can't Be Choosers Comedy Show At Beggar's Banquet (7:00 PM)

Friday, April 28

• Preschool StoryTime At East Lansing Public Library (10:30 AM)
• RAW (Real Art Written) Soul Poetry Night At Tatse & Alabosa Bar (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• These adorable pets are looking for a new home! If you're on the search to add a new family member to your household, check out this roundup of pets waiting for adoption here in the Lansing-East Lansing area. (Lansing-East Lansing Patch)
• There's no need to mow your lawn in May! Participate in No Mow May to make sure that our early-season pollinator populations have the resources they need to survive. Learn more about the East Lansing initiative here. (East Lansing Police Department via Facebook)
• The City of Lansing is hiring a Code Compliance Manager! The full-time position includes a competitive wage and a benefits package. Apply now or view other open positions here. (City of Lansing, Michigan - Government via Facebook)
• This season's yard waste collection is underway, and it's up to you to know what materials are acceptable to be placed for pickup. Learn more about the guidelines at the link, and view your collection schedule here. (City of Lansing Public Service Department via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.