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East Lansing, Michigan Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hi there, East Lansing! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why East Lansing police are holding back full bodycam footage now
  • How did two false threats expose gaps in ELHS emergency plans?
  • Biogas pros coming to MSU—should East Lansing operators sign up?

Also on today's calendar: Drake Milligan and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Where did the two roofs meet? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 66 and low of 41 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 61, low: 37.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and cool, with a high of 57 and low of 37 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Police delay releasing bodycam footage of Owings Mills man's death (thebanner.com) — East Lansing police are delaying public release of body camera footage from the April 15 shooting of Michigan State student Isaiah Kirby near Lake Lansing and Abbott roads, after his family objected to an initial edited presentation. State police are investigating, but officials have not yet identified the officers involved or disclosed how many shots were fired, while Kirby’s family continues to call for full, unedited video and transparency.
   

2. Following Two False Threats, Some ELHS Teachers Call for Stronger Emergency Coordination (eastlansinginfo.news) — East Lansing High School staff are raising concerns about confusing communication and emergency procedures after two recent swatting threats forced an evacuation and lockdown. Teachers, union leaders and district officials are now discussing how to improve training, use of the Panic Button app and overall coordination to better protect students during future emergencies.
   

3. American Biogas Council certifies 15 digester operators (wastetodaymagazine.com) — A national biogas training course is coming to Michigan State University in East Lansing this August, offering hands-on learning with real anaerobic digesters. Local operators and sustainability professionals can earn industry-recognized certification while touring working systems and sharpening safety and data skills. Registration details and requirements are available through the American Biogas Council.
   

4. Three MSU graduates reveal they were a few of the faces behind iconic Sparty mascot for three years (fox47news.com) — Three recent Michigan State grads in East Lansing have finally revealed a secret they kept for three years: they were among the people inside the beloved Sparty mascot suit. They describe the physical demands, emotional moments with fans, and what it felt like to step onto the graduation stage and publicly close this hidden chapter of campus life.
   

5. Middle and high school students gather for sustainability summit at MSU (wilx.com) — Students from across Michigan packed MSU’s Kellogg Center in East Lansing for a Student Sustainability Summit focused on real-world environmental projects and careers. Organizers say youth are already leading on climate and conservation, and hope attendees bring practical ideas and tools back to their own schools and communities to improve air, water, land, and local food access.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday May 9
  • Credit Recovery Saturdays
    J.W. Sexton High School Overflow Cafeteria
    8:00 am
  • Uke 'n' Rhythm with Lacy and Ken
    Ten Pound Fiddle University United Methodist Church (UUMC), 1120 S. Harrison, East Lansing, MI, 48823, United States
    11:00 am
  • Everett Presents 'In the Heights'
    Lansing School District Auditorium
    6:00 pm
    • Sunday May 10
  • Mother’s Day at the Zoo - Moms Get FREE Admission
    Potter Park Zoo 1301 S Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912
    9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • My wife and I highly appreciate the recommendations we'd seen here on ND for MP Landscaping - Matt Pollard.
    He and his guy did a small job for us last evening in removing a small dead spruce tree and planting 9 trees and shrubs on the side of our property. … (Nextdoor Bailey)
  • Reliable and Affordable lawn care!
    Taking new clients this year, please reach out to 517-231-3677 and get your free quote scheduled today! (Nextdoor Hawk Hollow)
  • J&H Family Stores - Exit 76 Corporation posted a job opening for Team Member in East Lansing. Apply here.
  • SAS Retail Services posted a job opening for Retail Merchandiser in East Lansing. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near East Lansing here.

Ok East 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

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: At a shingles bar! (Thank you Yann P. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in East Lansing

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