🌱 State Welcomes 46 New Troopers + Lansing Holds Crash Training

Hey, friends! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Lansing-East Lansing Patch newsletter. Come along to find out the most important things happening around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Partly sunny. High: 84 Low: 58.
• Sunday: Cloudy, a few showers; cooler. High: 66 Low: 52.

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

1. Michigan welcomed 46 new troopers to the force on Friday as they graduated from the training academy. The class started with 63 recruits back in January and 46 came out on the other side well-trained and ready to serve the community; they will report to their new assignments next week and begin their field training. With the addition of this newest class of troopers, the Michigan State Police force is now just shy of 1,200 troopers statewide, with the next academy beginning in Lansing on Jul. 9. (WJRT)
2. Earlier this week, Lansing police hosted a realistic mock crash between a car and a motorcycle using crash dummies to simulate real-life scenarios. The training aimed to equip officers with the skills to handle crash scenes effectively and raise awareness about motorcycle safety. Advice was given to both motorcyclists and drivers to promote responsible behavior and vigilance on the road. (WILX)
3. Michigan's tourism lobby and education groups are at odds over the start date of the school year, with the tourism lobby advocating for schools to open after Labor Day, while the education lobby wants local schools to have the authority to decide the start date. Lansing City Council member Peter Spadafore has introduced a bill that would give school boards the option to open before Labor Day, aiming to prioritize education over the state's tourism industry. A proposed compromise suggests closing schools on Mondays and Fridays throughout August to provide more vacation time for families. (WLNS)

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Today and tomorrow in Lansing-East Lansing:

Saturday, June 10

• Nerdageddon 2023 At Lansing Mall (11:00 AM)
• Candles & Cocktails At Graduate Hotel East Lansing (6:00 PM)
• How The Light Comes At East Lansing Hannah Community Center (7:00 PM)

Sunday, June 11

• East Lansing Farmers Market At Valley Court Park (10:00 AM)
• Lansing Mom Mom's Night Out At Foster Coffee Company (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• The East Lansing Fire Department has issued a burning ban throughout the city until further notice due to the climate conditions and any violations will be viewed as a misdemeanor. Violations can lead to a fine of up to $500 or up to 90 days of imprisonment. Click the link for more information. (East Lansing Police Department via Facebook)
• If you are planning on spending a lot of time this summer in downtown East Lansing, you may want to consider grabbing a discount multi-use parking voucher. These vouchers are good for all gated facilities and can save you money when parking downtown. (The City of East Lansing via Facebook)
• Earlier this week the East Lansing Public Library held a teen Pride Prom as another way to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and Pride Month. It was a wonderful night for all who attended, and you can see photos from the event at the link! (ELPL - East Lansing Public Library via Facebook)

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• Surya Kriya Workshop June 10-11, 2023 (June 10)

Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you soon with your next 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.