‘The Shark Is Broken,’ but the movie trudges on
Nobody expected “Jaws” to be a blockbuster, least of all the long-suffering cast and crew, who were at the mercy of a mechanical shark named “Bruce” that didn’t fare well in the salty ocean …
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Celebrating Cinco De Mayo with an Acapulco burrito
I used to love the Cancun Mexican Grill on West Saginaw Highway. That location was much more convenient than the one in Grand Ledge. So, imagine my surprise when, in 2022, Cancun moved …
Williamston’s ‘Bad Books’ gives nuance to polarizing politics
As artistic director and co-founder of Williamston Theatre, Tony Caselli knows how it feels when material is met by backlash from the community. When Williamston put on an updated version of “Dial …
‘A season worthy of celebrating’
When planning the Broadway series for the Wharton Center’s 45th anniversary season, executive director Eric Olmscheid sought to procure an array of iconic musicals that would honor the theater’s …
‘A season worthy of celebrating’
When planning the Broadway series for the Wharton Center’s 45th anniversary season, executive director Eric Olmscheid sought to procure an array of iconic musicals that would honor the theater’s legacy.
Get rolling to Shove It Pizza Truck
If you frequent downtown Lansing, odds are you’ve seen the Shove It Pizza Truck parked on Allegan Street in front of the post office. Owned by Cameron and Brenda Glinke, Shove It rolled into the …
Jalapeños’ breakfast tacos are the perfect wake-up call
I was introduced to Jalapeños Mexican Restaurant when I started working in downtown Lansing nearly 10 years ago. Before then, I never understood the appeal of breakfast burritos. Mixing eggs and …
Anna’s House’s chilaquiles are ideal for the indecisive
By COURTNEY BOWERMAN My family loves Anna’s House for its relaxed, retro vibe and its variety of vegan options for both breakfast and lunch. It’s a treat whenever we stop by the Okemos area, …
Elijah Ahmad Lewis talks ‘The Wiz’ 50th anniversary tour
Music runs in Elijah Ahmad Lewis’ family. “I started in the industry when I was 7 years old,” Lewis said. “My dad is a music producer and musician, my mother works in …
Riverwalk serves up ‘Little Women’ for the modern era
Anna Hill, the lead in Riverwalk Theatre’s upcoming production of “Little Women,” confessed that she’s never read the original novel. As a young adult, she was more into …