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🌱 What’s replacing Mason’s longtime Big Boy, and what’s next in Okemos?

Okemos, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Morning Okemos! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What’s replacing Mason’s longtime Big Boy, and what’s next in Okemos?
  • Thinking about priesthood? Hear directly from St. Martha’s pastor this August.
  • Which Okemos star is suiting up in the all-star showdown?

Also on today's calendar: Lansing Beerfest.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Clouds and sun; less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 84, low: 62.
  • Sunday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 69 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Mason Big Boy to close after nearly 50 years. Property to be sold (lansingstatejournal.com) — A longtime Mason Big Boy restaurant will close June 25 as its owner retires and the property is sold for a planned gas station, ending nearly 50 years as a local gathering spot. For Okemos readers, the story also points to separate coverage of possible redevelopment at the vacant Old Chicago Pizza site in town.
   

• Men's Discernment Retreat (dioceseoflansing.org) — Men in the Okemos area discerning a call to the priesthood can join an August 4–6 retreat in DeWitt led in part by St. Martha’s pastor, Fr. Ryan Riley. The program offers talks, small groups, daily Mass, and scholarships for those needing financial help.
   

• Capital Area All-Star games headlined by Mr. Basketball KJ Torbert (lansingstatejournal.com) — Local hoops fans can watch Okemos standout Elizabeth Schafer compete in the Capital Area All-Star girls game at Holt High School on June 17, alongside top talent from across Greater Lansing. The evening also features a boys all-star matchup headlined by Mr. Basketball KJ Torbert, plus dunk and 3-point contests, with $10 admission and kids 5 and under free.
   

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💬 Chatter

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  • Hi folks ..
    my housemate is heartbroken and she is eager to find her new fur baby to spoil and love . We are a dog and cat household . The small Pom got along… (Nextdoor Okemos)
  • The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Freight/Receiving in Okemos. Apply here.
  • Acosta Group - Acosta Sales & Marketing Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Specialist in Okemos. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Okemos here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Lansing

  • Join Us! WKAR at East Lansing Pride 2026 (wkar.org)
  • LaSalle JV acquires purpose-built student housing community near Michigan State University (irei.com)
  • Where to Find Farmers Markets Across Greater Lansing This Summer (eastlansinginfo.news)

Ok Okemos! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Okemos

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