Today, May 18, many Bath, Michigan, residents will wake up knowing it’s the 95th anniversary of the Bath School massacre, which remains the worst school disaster in U.S. history.   … more

Hooked was bustling, and not just because of the construction next door. During a 50-degree day, with the sun shining, patrons were chatting away while enjoying their fresh coffees on the patio.  more

Surprisingly, some highly sought-after fashion, nail, hair and makeup professionals are based in Lansing — not just New York, Los Angeles or Miami.  more

While on vacation in the Upper Peninsula, odd couples Laurel and Arnie and  Claire and Charles unwittingly become amateur homicide detectives after they stumble into an investigation of a suspicious death. Soon, as told in Deb Davies’ new mystery, “White Nights,” they discover the case may not have been accidental.   more

Two important American novels, both penned by counterculture icons, celebrate significant anniversaries this year, and both authors play an important role in the great American road trip.  more

After its formation back in 2000, Know Lyfe quickly became a heavy hitter in Lansing’s metal scene. From there, the band took off, released a stack of records, and made waves nationally — even reaching the Billboard charts. After 15 years as Know Lyfe, the outfit rebranded as Heartsick, but continued to unleash its signature concoction of alternative-metal and post-hardcore into its distinct brand of progressive heavy metal.  more

When Elizabeth Read’s mother passed after nearly three years of fighting pancreatic cancer, her grief left her wanting to help others battling the disease. This led Read to starting a nonprofit organization focused on alleviating everyday burdens for cancer patients.   more

Melding a lush wave of distorted guitars with undeniably magnetic vocal melodies is what Silktail does best —and the sonic proof is fully documented. Back in 2019, the band issued its debut EP, “Salt,” and then dropped a limited 7-inch, “Vapor,” in 2021.   more

Arts Night Out, the Arts Council of Greater Lansing’s bi-monthly event in Old Town, returns this week. Celebrate local artists and businesses through live music, curated exhibits, crafts, demonstrations and more. more

Don’t strike out on your chance to try some of Michigan’s best brews. more

The late poet Robert Frost once said, “A poem begins with a lump in the throat; a homesickness or a love sickness. It is a reaching-out toward expression; an effort to find fulfillment.” For local poet Masaki Takahashi, some of that gratifying fulfillment has arrived: he is the Lansing region’s new poet laureate. more

Throughout time, humans have argued about what art is. Whether this piece or that piece is truly art, and about the value — the monetary as well as the aesthetical — of art. Riverwalk Theatre’s latest production, “Art,” employs those debates as three friends battle about a white canvas.  more

Art and technology come together in a space where Lansing creatives can learn and make.   more

Edward Rosick’s first book was on a medical topic — understandably, given he is a Lansing-area physician.  more

Sunny skies, concerts, food and fun will be happening in Traverse City, Grand Rapids and other Michigan communities as festivals return this year after cancellations and limitations in the previous two years due to COVID-19. more

After months of rehearsal and preparation, the Jazz Studies program’s leading ensemble took first place in the nation at the Jack Rudin Jazz Championship at Jazz at Lincoln Center Wednesday (April 20). more

Rent Strike’s frontman and principal songwriter, John Warmb, said the band has been “shaking off some rust” in preparation for the festival.  more

Terry Terry is the first to admit he’ll never get a prize for his musical skills. He plays flute and drums in a jam band that gathers sporadically at his house, called The Other Band.   more

The last Eye for Design was not identified by our readers. The detail — a sheet metal clad window extruding from an exterior wall — belongs to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department building on North Washington Avenue in Lansing. more

While reading longtime Michigan political consultant G.T. Long’s memoir, the name Lee Atwater may pop in your head. Atwater played on the national political stage and was noticed for his aggressive campaigning and political stumping. Long performed a similar role for such Northern Michigan and Upper Peninsula Democratic candidates as Mitch Irwin and Pat Gagliardi in the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s.   more