🌱 Sixers Star Keeps Promise To Student + Gas Prices Drop In Lansing

Hi all. I'm back with your new copy of the Lansing-East Lansing Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in the community today.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Mostly cloudy. High: 71 Low: 46.
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 78 Low: 49.

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

1. James Harden, Philadelphia 76ers' star, kept his promise to a Michigan State University (MSU) student in attendance at the Game 4 playoff win over the Boston Celtics. Twenty-year-old John Hao is an MSU student who was paralyzed in the campus shooting that occurred in February. He has been in a Chicago rehabilitation center since the incident and had recently returned home. Harden and Hao built a relationship after Harden learned Hao was a fan and gifted him sneakers, money, as well as club box seats to the game over the weekend. The moment came together perfectly as Harden hit the game-winning shot and waved directly to Hao; Harden is encouraging him to stay strong on his path to recovery. (WKAR)
2. Don't forget, Mother's Day is coming up on May 14, so make plans to celebrate and treat your mom. Consider making reservations for a special brunch or take her out for some fun activities in Lansing. If she prefers staying at home, take on the cooking and cleaning responsibilities to give her a break. Remember to cherish the time you have with your mom and make her feel appreciated. Visit the link to see brunch locations accepting reservations in Lansing. (thegame730am.com)
3. Gas prices continue to drop through the country – including Lansing – as the average price per gallon as of Monday morning was $3.34. GasBuddy did a survey of 177 stations in Lansing and discovered that prices were 31.2 cents lower than last month and 101.1 cents lower per gallon than last year. In the City of Lansing, you can find the cheapest gas at $3.09 and the most expensive at $3.69. The lowering of gas prices as well as diesel prices are reflected throughout the entire country as the national average is down 7.5 cents per gallon from last month and 80.7 cents from last year. (WILX)

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Today and tomorrow in Lansing-East Lansing:

Tuesday, May 9

• Baby Friendly Movie: “Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret” At Celebration Cinema Lansing And IMAX (11:00 AM)
• Youth Entrepreneur Program Final Pitch Competition! At The Fledge (6:00 PM)
• Tony Furtado At The Robin Theatre (7:30 PM)

Wednesday, May 10

• WICKED At Wharton Center For Performing Arts (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• For Mother's Day, Potter Park Zoo is offering free admission for all mothers who visit the zoo on Sunday, May 14. Treat mom to a wonderful family day exploring the animals at the zoo! (Potter Park Zoo via Facebook)
• More than 150 artists will gather at the 60th annual East Lansing Arts Festival on May 20-21, beginning at 10 a.m. For more information, you can click here. (The City of East Lansing via Facebook)
• The Greater Lansing Food Bank's mobile distribution will be offering a mix of fresh, frozen, and shelf-stable food items this Wednesday, May 10, from 1-3 p.m. If you or anyone you know needs assistance with groceries this month, feel free to come by the Bethlehem Lutheran Church to grab a few things. (Lansing Housing Commission via Facebook)

That's it for today. See you all soon for another update!

— 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.