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Mason’s Rayner Park to be torn down and rebuilt
MASON, Mich. (WLNS) – Rayner Park, one of the last wooden parks in mid-Michigan, built in 1993, is set to be demolished and replaced. This comes after concerns about the park’s maintenance and safety, as the city says it was only expected to last 20 years. “So I grew up in Mason just down the road,” […]
Sweet indoor cat and his brother are in need of a new home
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– Meet The Archer, who came to the shelter with his brother after their owner passed away. They both were a little worried about all the changes when they arrived. The Archer and his brother are sweet boys but The Archer has a more outgoing personality. Both...
Events of Thursday, July 18, 2024
Kiwanis Kids Film Series: “Elemental” In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy discover something elemental: how much they actually have in common. The Michigan Theatre Kids Film Series is sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Jackson. Showtimes are 11 AM and 2 PM. Doors open one half hour before showtimes. Kids Combo: Small Drink and Popcorn for $5. Admission is $1. Michigan Theatre, Downtown Jackson.
Take your weekend to new heights at the Hot Air Jubilee presented by Tripp’s Collision
JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - The Hot Air Jubilee is dedicated to uniting the community through a family-friendly event that celebrates the beauty of hot air balloons. The main focus of the Jubilee is obviously the Hot Air Balloons, however that’s not all there is to enjoy. When you and your family come to Ella Sharp Park during the event you will be greeted by some longtime Jubilee favorites such as Craft booths, the Kids Kingdom, Vendors, and an Auto Show. Being at the park this year offers a whole new set of opportunities for you to experience the Hurst Planetarium, Ella Sharp Museum, and the Mini Golf Course.
The story and life of Darryl Miller
In June of 2024 I was given a task to put together a few words to announce in a press release that The Ella Sharp Museum in Jackson, MI has accepted a sculpture created by Darryl Miller, a 1968 graduate of Charlotte High School. In beginning the process of putting such an article together and gathering information I reached out to Darryl Miller directly, thinking that I would receive the information straight from the sculptor himself. He spoke to me in a humble way as I carried on asking questions. I quickly found myself intrigued with the account of his journey toward becoming a sculptor. I scribbled many notes and ended the conversation saying that I would be in touch with final article for him to proof. I started writing and putting my notes together. This included me not having trust in myself to correctly spell a few names of places, people, an artist that he had mentioned. A few spell checks turned into hours of enjoyable reading and ended up sparking more questions for Darry Miller. I immediately identified that this would not be a simple story about a local museum receiving a local sculptor’s piece of art.
Tribute to Jim Judge at the Michigan Theatre Saturday
Jackson, Mich. (WKHM, Greg O’Connor) — Memory lane will be on fire Saturday afternoon and well into the evening at the Michigan Theatre in Jackson. Former Jacksonian, now a highly successful California businessman, Greg Dixon, is sponsoring “A Tribute to Jackson Rock Music Legend Jim Judge” and “Toad.” The event is a jam session of Jackson all-stars and will start up at 4 p.m. Saturday, July 20.
Parks, Recreation & Arts Day at the East Lansing Farmers Market This Weekend
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Community members are invited to celebrate Parks, Recreation and Arts Day at the East Lansing Farmers Market (ELFM) on Sunday, July 21. East Lansing’s Parks, Recreation and Arts Day coincides with the national recognition of Parks and Recreation Month, which has been celebrated annually during the month of July since 1985. This year’s theme is “Where You Belong.”
Tyler Cole traces journey from East Lansing to Billboard charts
From recording a double-platinum song with Willow Smith to producing an album for Weezer and securing a lead writing role on a Spike Lee film, Tyler Cole’s career has taken him to places most artists can only dream of. All the while, the 28-year-old Los Angeles-based artist hasn’t forgotten...
Jazz Tuesdays at Moriarty’s Pub marks 10 years
Why are four knitted chickens from Lansing roosting on a New York City jazz musician’s bookshelf?. Tuesday (July 23) marks the 10th anniversary of a small but mighty musical miracle, Jazz Tuesdays at Moriarty’s Pub. Collateral knitted-chicken dispersal is only part of the story. Since 2014, hundreds of...
Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists Physical Therapy - 07/17/24
LANSING, Mich. — Physical Therapy can help you feel more confident, and be stronger to protect against falling. Elise Maynard (PT, DPT) at Orthopaedic Rehab Specialists in Holt has some valuable information about vertigo, balance and fall prevention and home tips to help you maintain your balance on uneven ground. For more information please visit orsmi.com or call (877) 202-2175.
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