MASON, Mich. – Thousands of music lovers will once again fill the streets of historic downtown Mason this August as the 17th Annual Mason Sun Dried Music Festival returns for three unforgettable days of live music, shopping, food, family fun, and community celebration. For seventeen years, the Mason Sun Dried Music Festival has been more than a music festival, it has become a beloved community tradition. From August 28–30, 2026, downtown Mason will once again come alive with

LANSING, Mich., July 8, 2026 LCC Performing Arts presents Going Medieval! Two comedic plays from the 1400s. The Second Shepherd’s Play and Mankind represent two of the funniest plays from this period. The Second Shepherd’s Play is one of the most well-known Mystery Plays from the period which depicts the lives of three shepherds just before the nativity. Known for its blend of religious theme and regional humor, this is one of several plays included in the Wakefield Mystery C

The Capital Area Transportation Authority will host a series of public meetings to present proposed service changes effective Aug. 24, 2026. The following routes and services are included in the proposed service changes: Route 1 – Downtown Lansing – Meridian Mall: Weekday service frequency would change from every 9–15 minutes to every 15 minutes. Late-night service, Thursday through Saturday, would be eliminated. Final departures Monday through Saturday from the CATA Transpor

Courtesy Photo: Dena K. Morgan City of Jackson Michigan Mayoral Candidate 2026 As the August 4, 2026, mayoral primary approaches, Dena K. Morgan is asking the citizens of Jackson for the opportunity to serve as their next mayor. She believes the role of mayor is about rebuilding trust between residents and City Hall, listening to the people, and turning ideas into meaningful action. “I want to build trust with the citizens at City Hall, deliver the will of the people, and mak

So… our youngest daughter is in gymnastics. And her gym? Clear across the other side of Indianapolis. It’s a commute. Instead of driving all the way back home, I’ve started making a stop at the library. Quiet. Focused. A place to reset and create. On one of those days, I went looking for inspiration—flipping through graphic novels and comics—and stumbled across “8 Million Genies.” The premise stopped me cold: What if everyone in the world got one wish… at the same time? Sound

Parents, students, school staff members, and others are encouraged to nominate outstanding public-school educators for the Michigan Lottery’s 2026-27 Excellence in Education awards. All public-school employees may be nominated for the Excellence in Education awards, which recognize educators who go “above and beyond” to make a difference in the lives of children. To nominate a public-school educator, go to www.michiganlottery.com/excellence-in-education. The Michigan Lottery

Courtesy Photo: Chronicle News Publisher and Editor Yanice Y. Carter Dear Readers, As we move deeper into summer, I invite each of us to pause for a moment, not to focus on what divides us, but on what heals us. Healing comes in many forms. It is found in a conversation with a trusted friend, a prayer whispered in quiet moments, a counselor's encouragement, a neighbor lending a helping hand, or simply choosing hope when life feels heavy. Our communities have faced challenges,

Chronicle News Publisher and Editor Yanice Y. Carter There is something special about summertime. The pace slows down just enough for us to notice things we often miss. A child discovers a love for reading. A teenager lands a first job. A family visits a museum for the first time. An entrepreneur finally launches that business they've been talking about for years. Learning isn't confined to four classroom walls, it happens wherever curiosity is welcomed. As a publisher, I spe

Courtesy Photo: Chronicle News Publisher and Editor Yanice Y. Carter Summer has a way a way of being people together. Neighborhood festivals fill our parks. Children laugh on playgrounds. Volunteers roll up their sleeves. Small businesses welcome customers through their doors. Across Michigan, people are showing up, not because they have to, but because they care. That's what impact looks like. Too often, we measure success by titles, awards, or headlines. But some of the gre

The excitement is building as the 2nd Annual HBCU Initiative: Empower, Educate & Excellence prepares to return to Lansing this December, continuing a mission that is about much more than college recruitment. It is about opening doors, expanding dreams, and introducing young people to the rich legacy and life-changing opportunities found at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Scheduled for Friday, December 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 5852 Wise Road in

As families across Greater Lansing prepare for another school year, one of the community's most anticipated back-to-school celebrations returns with a day filled with hope, generosity, and unforgettable memories. Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, under the leadership of Bishop Dr. Ed Rockett, will host Pilgrim Fest 2026 on Saturday, August 29, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 5200 Pleasant Grove Road in Lansing. The annual community festival has become a signature event that brings to

For more than two decades, the Uplift Our Youth Foundation has remained committed to one simple but powerful belief: when young people are given opportunities to succeed, entire communities flourish. Founded in 2002 by the late Larry Leatherwood, the Greater Lansing-based nonprofit has become one of the region's enduring champions for youth development. Leatherwood envisioned an organization that would not only provide financial assistance to youth-serving organizations but a

Nonprofit to expand its thrift enterprise to live sell clothing and accessories to create community while increasing revenue to help fund essential programs for veterans, seniors, and families SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (July 1, 2026) – VOA Michigan (formerly Volunteers of America Michigan) today announced the launch of its new MI Thrift by VOA Michigan showroom on Whatnot, a popular, fast-growing livestreaming e-commerce app founded in 2019. The new revenue-producing enterprise will

The Fund honors the legacy of Joyce M. Grant, an educator, administrator, community organizer, global activist, and lifelong learner. East Lansing, Mich. — The newly formed Joyce Grant Fund has opened applications for its first cycle of scholarship awards, with a mission to broaden educational access for Black women in midlife. The Fund supports Black women age 30 and older across Massachusetts and Michigan as they pursue new educational pathways. By offering one-time scholar

Exciting New Season Premiere SILVER SPRING, MD – June 24 – The beloved duo is back in the kitchen! "Cooking Sessions with Tamar & Ms. E" is returning for its highly anticipated second season. After making history as CLEO TV's highest-performing series debut ever, this hit show will premiere all-new episodes on Wednesday, July 8. Each episode promises to be filled with delicious recipes and even more laughter, hosted by the dynamic Tamar Braxton and Ms. E. New episodes of "Coo

Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group-A Key to the City. A Lifetime of Service. Congratulations to Mr. Gregory Eaton on receiving the Key to the City during Lansing’s Juneteenth Celebration. A well-earned honor for a man whose legacy has helped shape our community for generations. There are moments when a community pauses to recognize an individual whose life has quietly shaped generations. At this year’s Lansing Juneteenth Celebration, one of those moments unfolded as Lans

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