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Lansing Business News

Business in Lansing runs on corporate developments, market trends, commercial real estate and regional commerce, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on entities ranging from established local firms to large organizations.

Board Approves Revised McDonald's Plan in Lansing

Board Approves Revised McDonald's Plan in Lansing

The Lansing Board of Zoning Appeals signed off on a scaled-back site plan with one variance for the former Jon Anthony Florist property.

Live Poll

Would you support a McDonald's replacing a beloved local landmark in your community?


Openings & Closings

Openings & Closings

Pablo's Mexican Restaurant Expands to Downtown Lansing

The Eastside restaurant will open a second location in the former La Cocina Cubana space at 123 S. Washington Square.


Philanthropy

Philanthropy

Lansing Compilation Raises Money for Humane Society

Todd Karinen's 36-band collection sends all proceeds to the Capital Area Humane Society, alongside a separate Wavelength Records electronic release.

Lansing Compilation Raises Money for Humane Society

Industry

Live Poll

Do you still prefer shopping at physical specialty stores over buying items online?

Retail

FYE Store to Close at Lansing Mall on October 26

The entertainment retailer will shutter its location in Lansing after offering liquidation discounts to shoppers.

FYE Store to Close at Lansing Mall on October 26

People

People

Dykema Hires Kris Young as Policy Advisor

The law firm adds a veteran of Michigan legislative affairs to its government policy team in Lansing.

Dykema Hires Kris Young as Policy Advisor

Jobs

Live Poll

Do you believe technical education events like the Construction Science Expo improve local career outcomes?

Job Fairs

Lansing Hosted Construction Science Expo for Students

The event connected 450 Lansing Public School students with industry leaders to explore careers in construction.

Lansing Hosted Construction Science Expo for Students

Reporting here centers on corporate mergers, store closures, startup funding, and the trade associations that shape the economy. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Industrial shifts and office vacancy rates frequently set the tone for the regional economy. Changing consumer habits and fluctuating interest rates remain the most consistent forces driving these developments.