This Day in Michigan History: Fenner Nature Center opens its doors
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - On August 1, 1959, Fenner Nature Center opened to the public in Lansing. The 134 acre urban nature preserve quickly became a haven for wildlife and education. The walking trails include wildlife viewing and inspired generations to appreciate nature. Subscribe to our News 10 newsletter and...
Helping protect people with disabilities
Since its launch two years ago, 224 graduates have completed the program. Quiet weather continues but with wildfire smoke around. Calm weather conditions are expected but wildfire smoke will linger for a few more days. More wildfire smoke this weekend. Updated: 19 hours ago. Wildfire smoke will continue to impact...
This Michigan Diner Was Just Named the Most Charming in the State
Michigan is home to a ton of great foods and restaurants sprinkled all across the state of Michigan. From the legendary diners in Northern Michigan, to the local mom and pop shops sprinkled across all the small towns Michigan has to offer. There is a small town Michigan diner that...
Shy cat hopes for patient, loving family
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– Meet Tamarind, a worried cat who came to the shelter after her owner passed away. She is trying so hard to be brave, but every noise causes her to shrink back into a corner. When things quiet down, she loves head scratches and making biscuits with her cute little paws! Since she […]
Happening today – A job fair and a JazzFest
(WSYM) - FOX47 News is helping inform you of the top local stories in your neighborhood. Happening Today helps neighbors know what is going on throughout the day.
Lansing homes available for under $100,000 as market shifts
Local realtor Robert Dowding says many Lansing residents could own homes for less than they're currently paying in rent. Click to learn more.
East Lansing Police to launch new tool to receive community feedback
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - Members of the East Lansing community will soon have a new tool to use to provide feedback to the East Lansing Police Department (ELPD). ELPD has worked with PowerEngage on a platform called PowerDMS to launch the new software that uses text messaging to provide community members with an...
East Lansing Faces Lasting Impact from City Staff Turnover
Staffing turnover has been a central concern in East Lansing city government in recent years, as departures have drained the city ranks of talent and experience. These departures are largely responsible for some of the most visible local issues, and the city is still working to find long term fits for several...
Mid-Michigan Matters: Pilgrim Fest connects families with back-to-school supplies
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -If you’re in need of back-to-school gear and who isn’t with school coming up, the Pilgrim Fest in Lansing has you covered. Pastor Ed Rockett with the Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church now sits down with Taylor Gattoni to speak in an event coming up in just a little bit here in August.
Michigan’s largest free veteran event is back in Fowlerville
These rights include V.A. clinics, Medicaid and Medicare, and SNAP benefits. Quiet weather continues but with wildfire smoke around. Calm weather conditions are expected but wildfire smoke will linger for a few more days. More wildfire smoke this weekend. Updated: 16 hours ago. Wildfire smoke will continue to impact...