Individuals need not look very far to be reminded of the importance of planning for retirement. more

This property was built in 1880, and it’s seen better days. A fire in 2017 left the house red-tagged. While owners David and Kimberly Hallett mow the lawn — for the most part — the property is boarded up. Some of the roof is covered by tarps. more

From art exhibits and crafting workshops to live music, theater productions, a fair, an auto show and a new festival hosted by Lansing 5:01 and City Pulse, there’s no shortage of events to enjoy in Greater Lansing this weekend. more

Before Ernest Hemingway became a celebrated novelist, he wrote short stories, many of which had roots Up North in Michigan. Perhaps his most famous story is “Big Two-Hearted River,” … more

This impressive sculpture, “The Unisphere,” has reposed off the lobby of the Michigan State University International Center since it was given to the university by the Class of 1966. … more

John McIntyre, aka Wolf, has been an ardent supporter of — and contributor to — Lansing’s music scene for decades. Both his bands, They’re Dead and Suburban Ants, push the … more

ARIES (March 21-April 19) : Emotions are not inconvenient distractions from reason and logic. They are key to the rigorous functioning of our rational minds. Neurologist Antonio Damasio proved this … more

The Clinton County Arts Council and City of St. Johns’ free outdoor concert series has four shows left to go before the summer wraps up. Bill Tennant, one of the founding members of the arts … more

“Be Here Now,” by Deborah Zoe Laufer, running at the Williamston Theatre through Aug. 20, is a strong showing by all involved. I highly recommend seeing this production, though it deals … more

Every summer, Michigan State University’s College of Music hosts a weeklong piano program for young musicians on the autism spectrum. Participants take part in instruction, lectures, … more

Red Cedar Spirits  2000 Merrill Rd. East Lansing Friday Night Jams The Three Mikes Fri. July 28, 7-10 PM Sunday Jazz  Anthony Stanco, Rodney Whitaker and Randy … more

Friday Night Jams
The Three Mikes
Fri. July 28, 7-10 PM 

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This weekend is less busy than usual, but we still have plenty of concerts, art exhibits and theater productions to enjoy, plus a soccer match, a hot sauce trivia contest and more. more

Red Cedar Spirits  2000 Merrill Rd. East Lansing Sunday Jazz Randy Napoleon, Paul Keller, and Will Crandell Sun. July 23, 6-9 PM more

As Bill Blanchard wrote his new book about his late spouse’s life, “Jan’s Journey: A Portrait to Last a Hundred Years,” he was often asked if it was about her battle with multiple sclerosis. more

Whether you’re looking to gig and record locally, try your hand performing at open mics or just attend local shows and shop for records, Greater Lansing has you covered. Here’s a beginner’s guide of what to keep on your radar. more

Last year, when I wrote about the state of Lansing hip-hop, I said I felt that a collection of the greatest voices ever to represent the genre was born in Lansing. While that remains true, I also … more

Looking back on his band’s platinum-selling success, the Verve Pipe’s Brian Vander Ark quickly pointed to his most surreal moment from the group’s peak. more

When it comes to jazz venues, Greater Lansing is a Midwestern-modest wine connoisseur. Tucked mostly out of sight are barrels and bottles of the finest stuff — nationally acclaimed musicians like trombonist Michael Dease, bassist Rodney Whitaker and guitarist Randy Napoleon, along with their ever-multiplying students, all in various stages of star evolution. more

If you venture down Michigan Avenue on a Friday or Saturday night, you’ll likely be confronted by the sound of raucous performances blasting from the likes of The Avenue Cafe, The Green Door Bar & Grill, Mac’s Bar and other staple venues on the strip. more