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From Assumptions to Understanding: A Chronicle Writer Reflects on the Marine Corps Educators Workshop
When many people think about Marine Corps training, they often imagine nonstop yelling, impossible physical challenges, and intense discipline. That was certainly part of what I expected before attending the 2026 Michigan Marine Corps Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina. As a writer representing The Chronicle News, I was invited alongside educators, community leaders, and media professionals from across Michigan to experience first
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Onto The NCAA Match Play Semifinals! EMU Takes Down No. 4 Texas!
EMU faces No. 1 Stanford on Tuesday, May 26, at 5:05 p.m. ET CARLSBAD, Calif. (EMUEagles.com) -- Eastern Michigan University women’s golf kept its dream run alive with a thrilling 3.5-1.5 win over No. 4 Texas in NCAA Match Play quarterfinal action at the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championships. Jasmine Leovao delivered the decisive moment with a birdie on the par-5 18th hole, sending the Eagles into the national semifinals and one step closer to a championship. The Ci
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Streamlining Access to Commonly Used Warehouse Items
Improve warehouse efficiency with smart layouts, clear labeling, and better storage systems that make commonly used items easy to find and access.
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40Dubb Podcast Launches to Capture the Voices and Stories of Growing Up Lansing in the 1980s
LANSING, MICHIGAN – A new podcast rooted in community, nostalgia, and storytelling is set to bring the memories of growing up in Lansing during the 1980s back to life. 40Dubb: Stories From the Era, hosted by Matt McKinnon and Ken Barnes, will officially launch this summer, offering a powerful platform for voices from the Lansing community to share their experiences growing up during the late 1970s and 1980s. The podcast focuses on the culture, friendships, athletics, and ever
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Lansing to Host 2026 WFTDA North America Playoffs at Lansing Center
Lansing will welcome high-level roller derby competition this weekend as the 2026 WFTDA North America Playoffs – Michigan come to the Lansing Center, May 29–31, 2026. Hosted by Lansing Roller Derby, the three-day tournament will feature top-ranked teams from across North America competing in a WFTDA-sanctioned postseason event. The tournament includes 12 teams and 17 games, with teams battling for placement and advancement toward the 2026 WFTDA Championships. Modern roller de
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NFL Releases 2026 Schedule, With Primetime Games, Holiday Showdowns and Lions Matchups Drawing Early Attention
The NFL has officially released the 2026 regular season schedule, featuring primetime matchups, holiday football traditions, international games, and another highly anticipated season for the Detroit Lions and teams across the league. Graphic design concept by ChatGPT/OpenAI inspired by official NFL schedule release information. The NFL has officially released its 2026 regular season schedule, giving football fans across the country, including Detroit Lions fans here in Michi
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The Art of the Deal: Why the 2026 NFL Draft Will Be Won in the Trade Room
The NFL Draft used to be simple. Wait your turn. Make your pick. Hope you got it right. Not anymore. In today’s league, the smartest teams aren’t just drafting well, they’re moving with intention. And heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, one truth is rising above the noise: The teams that win won’t just pick players. They’ll position themselves. A Draft Built for Movement This year’s class is being described as deep, but not top-heavy. That means something important: There isn’t
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Apr 83 min read
Eagles Soaring: Eastern Michigan Athletics Celebrates Standout Spring Season
Courtesy Photo: Eastern & Sukterm Sweep Titles at Silicon Valley Showcase. Eastern Michigan Eagles women's golf captured the team title at the Silicon Valley Showcase, led by Baiyok Sukterm, who earned her first EMU individual win after leading the tournament from start to finish. The Eagles’ victory marked their third team title of the season. Spring is bringing more than warmer weather to Eastern Michigan University, it’s bringing wins, milestones, and momentum across multi
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Brains and Buckets: Eagles Earn Academic All-MAC Honor
While Eastern Michigan continues to make noise in competition, the wins aren’t just happening under bright lights, they’re happening in the classroom too. Eastern Michigan women’s basketball standouts Sisi Eleko and Brooklyn Thrash have been named to the Academic All-MAC Team, a recognition that honors student-athletes who excel both academically and athletically. And this wasn’t just a participation trophy moment. This was earned. Eleko, one of the Mid-American Conference’s
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Step Into Summer: Three Tips for Pain-Free Feet
Photo provided by iStock/Getty Images After a long, cold winter, it’s hard to imagine warm weather right around the corner. However, as the temperature rises, so does our time spent outdoors—walking, mowing the lawn, or heading to the beach. Many people don’t realize that the shift to warmer weather can lead to a spike in foot-related injuries. Before you head outside, here is how you can protect your feet and stay active all season long. 1. Start Slow When we get our first w
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Mar 273 min read
Jayne Kennedy: The Woman Who Set the Tone in Sports Broadcasting
Photo Credit: Getty Images — Jayne Kennedy at the news desk, breaking barriers as one of the first Black women in sports broadcasting and redefining what presence looked like on television. Before it became common to see women covering major sports, there was Jayne Kennedy. In the 1970s, Jayne Kennedy broke barriers as one of the first Black women in sports broadcasting, stepping into a male-dominated industry with confidence, intelligence, and undeniable presence. Photo Cred
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Love, Legacy, and the Lucas-Perry Family | A Story of Partnership, Purpose, and Generational Excellence | A Chronicle Community Spotlight Feature
Courtesy Photo:Family and friends gathered in Detroit for “The Emerald City: A Celebration of Legacy and Love,” honoring the 43-year marriage of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry. Some stories are not just about success. They are about legacy. When you listen to the story of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry, you quickly realize their journey was never simply about careers or accomplishments. It was about building something enduring together, brick by brick, year by year, f
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MSU Women’s Basketball Dominates On Senior Night
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography The Spartans won emphatically against the Northwestern Wildcats while celebrating their seniors on Wednesday night. The final score was 104 to 68 and MSU looked great 'offensively, shooting 53 percent from the field and 50 percent from deep. Grace VanSlooten would not be denied on her way to 22 points and she thwarted Northwestern in the post with 3 blocks. She forced the Wildcats’ leading scorer, a 6’4 Grace Sullivan, t
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Feb 212 min read
MSU Women’s Basketball: Spartans Facing a Big Ten Gauntlet
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence, Beige Planet Photography MSU Women’s Basketball has been dealt some recent adversity in Big Ten games, and are 2 and 2 in their last four outings, as they’ve hit the extremely tough latter part of conference play. Half of their remaining opponents are ranked in the top 25; Big Ten basketball is as good as it’s ever been. The Spartans’ recent losses came against the 8th ranked Michigan Wolverines in overtime at the Breslin Center, and a tough awa
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Shirley M. Carter-Powell Featured in Upcoming “I Know I Can” Chronicle Kids Community Coloring Book
Against All Odds Foundation founder Shirley M. Carter-Powell has spent decades turning survival into service. As the Founder and President of Against All Odds Foundation, Shirley is a two-time cancer survivor who has dedicated her life to supporting other survivors, cancer patients, families, and underserved community members during some of life’s most difficult moments. Through advocacy, encouragement, survivor outreach, basic-needs support, and the Bobbie Jackson Scholarshi
DJ Cutt Nice Featured in Upcoming “I Know I Can” Chronicle Kids Community Coloring Book
For years, DJ Cutt Nice has used music not only to entertain, but to educate, uplift, and preserve culture throughout the Lansing community and beyond. Known as “The 45 Advocate,” DJ Cutt Nice has built a reputation as a respected DJ, music historian, collector, and community voice dedicated to keeping the art of DJing alive for future generations. His passion for music, vinyl culture, storytelling, and community engagement has inspired countless people through both performan
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Runner Tips: How To Train for Your First Marathon
A first marathon can feel intimidating, but the right training mindset helps new runners approach every mile with confidence, purpose, and pride.
Bebe Moore Campbell: The Voice That Helped Black America Talk About Mental Health
Long before conversations about therapy, trauma, and emotional wellness became more common in Black communities, Bebe Moore Campbell was already challenging the silence. An accomplished author, journalist, and mental health advocate, Campbell used her voice to speak openly about the emotional struggles many Black families quietly carried for generations. Through her writing, public advocacy, and community work, she helped create space for conversations that had too often been
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From Assumptions to Understanding: A Chronicle Writer Reflects on the Marine Corps Educators Workshop
When many people think about Marine Corps training, they often imagine nonstop yelling, impossible physical challenges, and intense discipline. That was certainly part of what I expected before attending the 2026 Michigan Marine Corps Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina. As a writer representing The Chronicle News, I was invited alongside educators, community leaders, and media professionals from across Michigan to experience first
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Obituary & Memorials
Memorial Day in Our 250th Year | A Nation’s Enduring Debt
Courtesy Photo: Colonel James E. Stokes (Ret.), Michigan Army National Guard leader and Lansing native. As our nation approaches the 250th anniversary of its founding, we pause once again on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026, to honor those who gave their lives in defense of the United States of America. This sacred day, observed in towns and cities across our land, is not merely a date on the calendar, it is a solemn covenant between a grateful nation and the brave men and women w
Louise Little: The Radical Mother Who Raised a Revolutionary Leader
Photo Credit: Gettys Image-Louise Little, mother of Malcom Little (Malcom X) During Women’s History Month, we honor women whose courage, intellect, and leadership have shaped history, even when their names remain unfamiliar. One such woman is Louise Little, political activist, educator, and the guiding force behind Malcolm X. Born in Grenada in the late 1890s, Louise Little grew up in a family that valued education and self-determination. Fluent in English, French, and Creole
WOMEN MAKING HISTORY 2026 LEGACY FEATURE:Chronicle News Pioneer Carolyn Carter | The Quiet Architect of Legacy, The Heart Behind the Headlines
Courtesy Photo:Carolyn Carter Before the titles, before the legacy, before the lives she would touch… there was this moment. A young woman, full of light, already becoming who she was called to be. Silent strength. That is the phrase that comes to mind when I think of Carolyn (Hill) Carter. Not loud. Not attention-seeking. Not chasing recognition. But steady… faithful… foundational. Born on June 22, 1951, in Great Lakes, Illinois, to Willie L. Hill and Emma Garland, Carolyn’s
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From Assumptions to Understanding: A Chronicle Writer Reflects on the Marine Corps Educators Workshop
When many people think about Marine Corps training, they often imagine nonstop yelling, impossible physical challenges, and intense discipline. That was certainly part of what I expected before attending the 2026 Michigan Marine Corps Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina. As a writer representing The Chronicle News, I was invited alongside educators, community leaders, and media professionals from across Michigan to experience first
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From Assumptions to Understanding: A Chronicle Writer Reflects on the Marine Corps Educators Workshop
When many people think about Marine Corps training, they often imagine nonstop yelling, impossible physical challenges, and intense discipline. That was certainly part of what I expected before attending the 2026 Michigan Marine Corps Educators Workshop at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island in South Carolina. As a writer representing The Chronicle News, I was invited alongside educators, community leaders, and media professionals from across Michigan to experience first
DJ Cutt Nice Featured in Upcoming “I Know I Can” Chronicle Kids Community Coloring Book
For years, DJ Cutt Nice has used music not only to entertain, but to educate, uplift, and preserve culture throughout the Lansing community and beyond. Known as “The 45 Advocate,” DJ Cutt Nice has built a reputation as a respected DJ, music historian, collector, and community voice dedicated to keeping the art of DJing alive for future generations. His passion for music, vinyl culture, storytelling, and community engagement has inspired countless people through both performan
The Chronicle News and WKAR Public Media Announce Community Collaboration Focused on Education, Storytelling, and Family Engagement
Courtesy Photo-Robin Pizzo, M.Ed. Director of Education & Regional Director, Michigan Learning Channel, focuses on literacy, family engagement, and expanding access to educational resources throughout Michigan's Capital Region LANSING, Mich. — The Chronicle News and WKAR Public Media are proud to announce a new collaborative partnership designed to expand access to meaningful community-centered education content and resources. The collaboration will focus on strengthening con
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