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Changing Lives in Two Months or Less: How LCC’s Job Training Center Is Opening Doors Across Mid-Michigan
Courtesy Photo-Lansing Community College Campus Outside the Arts and Sciences building. For many people in Mid-Michigan, the idea of going back to school feels out of reach. Time is limited. Money is tight. Life is already full. Yet the need for stability, better wages, and meaningful work remains urgent. That’s where the Job Training Center (JTC) at Lansing Community College steps in, offering a different path forward. Located at LCC’s West Campus, the Job Training Center i
Yanice Y. Carter
14 hours ago3 min read


A Chronicle Family Review of The Wiz at Wharton Center for the Performing Arts-Ease on Down the Road, Together
Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group-Liam stands in front of the WIZ poster, excited to see the show! Seeing The Wiz live at the Wharton Center was pure joy from start to finish. From the moment the curtain rose, the energy in the room was electric. The costumes were bold and stunning, the music was infectious, and the performances pulled the audience right in. This was not a show you quietly watched. This was a show you felt . I attended with my son Liam, and we truly ha
Yanice Y. Carter
15 hours ago2 min read



Small Business


The Chronicle News' Small Business Spotlight: Tammara McCollum's Journey from Setback to Sweet Comeback with Smoothies n' Stax
Courtesy Photo-Tammara McCollum "They say research is key." Tammara sips, studies, and sets the bar higher. Smoothies n’ Stax is...
The Chronicle News
Aug 112 min read


Health Heroes: Black-Owned Businesses as Community Pillars
Black-owned small businesses transform their communities, driving innovation and fostering health and prosperity. These enterprises are...
The Chronicle News
Jun 233 min read

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MSU Women’s Basketball: Impressive Start to the Season
Four games into the season the Spartans already look formidable. With 7 new players on roster, MSU started the season strong against Mercyhurst with the most points (125), and the fewest turnovers (3), in a game in program history. We currently lead the Big Ten in several major stats: scoring, assists, turnover margin, steals per game, bench points, and more. We are top ten in the country in all of those categories and we lead college basketball in assist to turnover ratio. M
Tobias Webb
Nov 185 min read


The Evolution of Homecoming Traditions and Their Cultural Impact
Howard University (Washington, D.C.) — A trumpet player lifts the melody on The Yard during Homecoming weekend, drawing the crowd into...
Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 94 min read


Former Detroit Tigers hurler Les Cain is a Man of Principle
Cain pitched for the Tigers for 3 1/2 seasons, a half-season short of getting a pension Guest Commentary by Douglas J. Gladstone Photo...
Douglas J. Gladstone
Apr 264 min read


📰 The Chronicle Tribute George Foreman: A Champion of Resilience and Change
George Foreman — Icon of Boxing, Business, and Philanthropy. tribute image generated with AI by The Chronicle News. George Foreman, an...
Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 72 min read


Lansing Roller Derby | 2024 Home Season Bout #2
LANSING, Mich. – Lansing Roller Derby is back for their 2025 home season. This year will include intraleague competition, travel...
Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 241 min read


Empowering the Next Generation: Supporting Women Student-Athletes at MSU
By Erin Butterfield, MSUFCU Marketing Manager What does it mean to feel empowered? When our leadership and marketing teams took on the...
Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 42 min read


LCC Athletes Winning Games, in National Spotlight
Courtesy Photo-NJCAA-Division-II-Cross-Country-National-Championship Lansing Community College Athletics did big things in 2024. For...
Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 42 min read


The Impact and Importance of Black History in Shaping American Identity
Black Excellence: The Foundation of American History" 🎶🏀📖🔬✨ This powerful illustration highlights the impact of Black contributions...
Yanice Y. Carter
Feb 262 min read


MSU Women’s Basketball: 1-1 in the First Week of Big Ten Play
MSU Women’s basketball lost to an 8th ranked Maryland by a slim margin over the weekend, then beat Purdue by 18 to ring in the new year...
Tobias Webb
Jan 87 min read


Lansing Sports Commission Hosts Inaugural FIERCE Women in Sports Event
Celebrates National Girls & Women in Sports Day, February 5 LANSING, MICH. – Jan. 8, 2025 – The Lansing Sports Commission® is excited...
Yanice Y. Carter
Jan 82 min read
Entertainment


A Chronicle Family Review of The Wiz at Wharton Center for the Performing Arts-Ease on Down the Road, Together
Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group-Liam stands in front of the WIZ poster, excited to see the show! Seeing The Wiz live at the Wharton Center was pure joy from start to finish. From the moment the curtain rose, the energy in the room was electric. The costumes were bold and stunning, the music was infectious, and the performances pulled the audience right in. This was not a show you quietly watched. This was a show you felt . I attended with my son Liam, and we truly ha


Celebrating 30 Years of Sisterhood, Strength, and Heart — Why Waiting to Exhale Still Speaks to Us
Photo via WIX AI - Thirty years later, the story still breathes. Waiting to Exhale returns as a cultural landmark that redefined sisterhood, vulnerability, and Black womanhood on screen. Some stories don’t age; they deepen. Celebrating 30 years of Waiting to Exhale , a groundbreaking film that centered Black women’s stories, friendships, and emotional truth, and still speaks powerfully across generations. The year 2025 marked the 30th anniversary of Waiting to Exhale , a fil
Music


Empowering Communities Through Faith The Inspiring Journey of Pastor Terence & Co-Pastor Shantelle Hawkins
Courtesy Photo-(L to R) Co-Pastor Shantelle and Pastor Terence Hawkins of Mt. Zion Church of Deliverance, Jackson, Michigan. Pastor. They...


Breaking Barriers on Tour: Lisa René Pitts Brings Black Excellence to A Beautiful Noise
Courtesy Photo-The national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical brings the story of the legendary singer-songwriter to...
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Embracing Light in Michigan: How Community Resilience and Generosity Spark Hope This Holiday Season
Courtesy Photo-Downtown Detroit.org The holiday season in Michigan is more than just a time for celebration. It is a season where communities come together to share light, hope, and strength. In cities and towns across the state, from Detroit to Grand Rapids to Mid-Michigan, the spirit of Christmas generosity, the principles of Kwanzaa, and the resilience celebrated during Hanukkah create a powerful foundation for community miracles, both big and small. As a community advocat
Yanice Y. Carter
2 days ago3 min read
Inspiration


Changing Lives in Two Months or Less: How LCC’s Job Training Center Is Opening Doors Across Mid-Michigan
Courtesy Photo-Lansing Community College Campus Outside the Arts and Sciences building. For many people in Mid-Michigan, the idea of going back to school feels out of reach. Time is limited. Money is tight. Life is already full. Yet the need for stability, better wages, and meaningful work remains urgent. That’s where the Job Training Center (JTC) at Lansing Community College steps in, offering a different path forward. Located at LCC’s West Campus, the Job Training Center i


A Chronicle Family Review of The Wiz at Wharton Center for the Performing Arts-Ease on Down the Road, Together
Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group-Liam stands in front of the WIZ poster, excited to see the show! Seeing The Wiz live at the Wharton Center was pure joy from start to finish. From the moment the curtain rose, the energy in the room was electric. The costumes were bold and stunning, the music was infectious, and the performances pulled the audience right in. This was not a show you quietly watched. This was a show you felt . I attended with my son Liam, and we truly ha


Small Business Spotlight: Luxury Is the Standard-Lanitra Middlebrook Is Building Beauty, Healing, and Legacy, One Chair at a Time
Courtesy Photo-Owner of the Standard Salon Troy, Lanitra Middlebrook Recently, I visited The Standard Salon in Troy, Michigan, and left with more than just a silk press and a facial—I left feeling lighter, seen, and restored. Feeling self-conscious due to a recent breakout, I hesitated to be seen that day. However, Lanitra’s invitation to experience her Salon and Spa Services transformed my spirit in unexpected ways. Photo Credit-The Chronicle Media Group-From Publisher Yan

Weather


Lansing Activates ‘Code Blue’ Cold Weather Emergency Plan
The Lansing Fire Department’s Emergency Management Division and the Department of Human Relations & Community Services (HRCS), in...
Mental Health


McLaren Greater Lansing’s Pet Therapy Program Brings Comfort and Connection
Meet Cali, Mclaren Greater Lansing’s newest therapy dog McLaren Greater Lansing has launched a pet therapy program, and leading the way...


Spin to Heal: DJing as Therapy for the Mind, Body, and Soul
📸 A steady hand, a healing rhythm. DJ Crazy Caz in his element — reminding us that music isn’t just entertainment, it’s therapy. His...
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