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This Friday, September 11th, communities across the region honor the fallen and salute first responders with powerful remembrance events — from a Hero Run in Delhi Township raising funds for heroes, to MSU’s symbolic tribute workout where each yard pushed honors a life lost, plus ceremonies in Ionia, Lansing, Mason, and Portland featuring speeches, service members, and Scouts — all keeping the memory alive and showing unwavering support for those who serve.

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Lansing’s Public Service Department just dropped major road updates—E. Mount Hope Ave is officially reopening after major repairs, and they’re revealing the full roadmap for city streets, including fall repaving on Kalamazoo Street. Tune in live at 1:30 PM via News 10+ app or website for all the gritty details.

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Lansing’s downtown traffic circle is getting a spooky-sweet fall upgrade with giant pumpkins—sourced from Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth—set to star at Trick or Treat on the Square and stay through the season for photo ops. Funded by private donations via Downtown Lansing Inc., this festive twist helps build community pride and turns the city center into a seasonal destination, bridging autumn and holiday cheer with a touch of whimsical charm.

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Chief Justice Megan Cavanagh visited Sexton High School to honor students who participated in the Michigan Supreme Court’s immersive education program, presenting them with a rare, signed photo featuring all seven justices — a powerful symbol of how real justice works and how deeply the court connects with young people.

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Sixteen former Michigan hockey players are suing the university, alleging decades of horrific hazing—including forced genital shaving, simulated sex, and threats of assault—under the watch of a coaching staff that allegedly turned a blind eye. The plaintiffs seek compensation and systemic reform, while the school calls the claims “disturbing but misleading,” citing its 1982 anti-hazing policy and arguing it’s not liable for behavior from over 30 years ago.

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Michigan’s early winter may be here sooner than expected, with frost possibly hitting the southern Lower Peninsula as early as October and the Upper Peninsula by mid-September. While measurable snow is still forecast for November across most of the state, lake-effect snow could bring flakes earlier in some areas due to warmer Great Lakes waters. Climate patterns like El Niño may also push for a warmer, drier season — but don’t count on it. Stay weather-ready as winter’s chill creeps in.

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This weekend in Michigan, Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day collide — a powerful reminder of America’s fractured history. While Columbus Day honors the explorer who sparked European colonization, Indigenous Peoples’ Day centers Native resilience and acknowledges centuries of stolen lands, forced displacement, and cultural erasure. Emerging in the late 80s, this alternative observance challenges us to rewrite the narrative — not just for history books, but for how we remember who we are as a nation.

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Fowlerville Community Schools are crushing it academically—19 out of 24 grade and subject areas saw major test score jumps, with English and math hitting their highest averages in 11 years for grades 3–7. Scores climbed over seven percentage points since 2022, with all but one grade-level result improving—and every single one better than two years ago. Students are also outpacing the state: nine of ten key areas show higher proficiency than Michigan’s average, with a combined gap of more than four points. Third-grade math is up to 56.5%, and seventh graders doubled their English and math scores in just one year, both hitting 36.2%. Science and social studies also hit record highs. Superintendent Matt Stuard credits the entire team—teachers, interventionists, staff, and administrators—for this collective success, proving that focused effort delivers real results.

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Patrick Anderson, a 9/11 survivor who was in the World Trade Center when the planes hit, is turning his trauma into purpose by honoring Michigan’s 42 fallen heroes through his nonprofit. This Friday, as the 23rd anniversary of 9/11 arrives, he’ll speak at a remembrance ceremony at Selfridge Air National Guard Base — and across Michigan, communities are rallying to remember, educate, and unite. Events include a Hero Run in Delhi Township raising funds for first responders, a tribute workout at MSU where each sled push honors a life lost, and ceremonies in Ionia, Lansing, Mason, and Portland. Anderson believes the attacks were an act of hate — and that remembering them is key to preventing future tragedies. His story is one of resilience, faith, and the enduring power of remembrance.

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Lansing just rolled out a game-changing mobile resource: a 27-foot bus turned shower and laundry hub, funded by the Ingham County housing millage. Punks With Lunch is bringing dignity and normalcy to unhoused folks by offering private showers, washers, dryers — and more — as they tour neighborhoods in need. Donations of towels, soap, and toiletries are welcome at their Center Street location, noon to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This isn’t just laundry — it’s a lifeline with respect.

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