This season calls for steadiness, not panic. Vision, not noise. Courtesy Photo-Yanice Y. Carter Chronicle News Publisher At The Chronicle News, we rise to meet the challenge because that’s what resilience teaches you. You learn the terrain. You respect the weather. You keep moving anyway. Business, like life, has its ebbs and flows, its sharp turns and slow climbs, and we have learned to endure without losing our edge. We stay ahead of the curve because we have to. Not by cha

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

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

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

As 2025 comes to a close, I find myself reflecting not only on what this year demanded of us but on what The Chronicle  rose to become. This was a year of expansion and endurance. A year where stories traveled farther, voices grew louder, and our responsibility as a community newspaper deepened. From Lansing to Detroit, Jackson to Grand Rapids, The Chronicle  continued to do what it has done for nearly four decades: document our lives with care, tell our stories with truth, a

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

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

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Image Via Pixels-For the 2026–27 academic year, several updates are being introduced to make the process faster, simpler, and more equitable. If you’re a student preparing for college—or a parent supporting that journey—the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a critical step in securing financial support. For many high school seniors, winter marks the beginning of their transition into adulthood. College applications, FAFSA deadlines, scholarship searches, an

Scenes of Excellence across Michigan-educators, families, Community advocates, and youth leaders whose everyday actions strengthem our communities. December arrives with a quiet insistence. The pace slows, lights soften, and something in us leans inward. As we close out another year in Michigan, The Chronicle turns our focus to the people, institutions, and everyday moments that remind us who we are — and who we still have the power to become. This season has always been more

Photo Credit:The Chronicle media Group-Liam poses outside Wharton Center, ready for a fun-filled afternoon at Dog Man: The Musical. The Chronicle recently enjoyed a bright and heartwarming afternoon at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts, attending Dog Man: The Musical with press seating provided through Wharton Center’s continued support of local journalism and community storytelling. Photo Credit:The Chronicle Media Group-Press tickets and playbill provided by Wharton Ce

Image vi Shutterstock-Chadwick Boseman delivers a heartfelt message of gratitude and purpose during a fan event at TCL Chinese Theatre. Known not only for his powerful roles but also his quiet philanthropy, Boseman used his platform to uplift others and inspire hope — a true embodiment of excellence and legacy. As the year comes to a close and we enter a season of reflection and giving, it's fitting to honor someone whose legacy embodied excellence, grace, and generosity — th

Courtesy Photo-Yanice Jackson – Publisher, Strategist, Storyteller. Committed to uplifting voices and building a legacy through media. As we close out the year and step into the spirit of the holiday season, The Chronicle  invites you to join us in reflecting on the stories, milestones, and moments that have shaped our community. December is more than just the final chapter of the calendar — it is a time to honor the excellence we've witnessed and give thanks for those who in

Parents, students, school staff members, and others are encouraged to nominate outstanding public-school educators for the Michigan Lottery’s 2025-26 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 https://www.michiganlottery.com/excellence-in-education . “The Excelle

Courtesy Photo-  Seven local creators complete LEAP’s accelerator, turning influence into business growth and community investment  LANSING, Mich. — (Nov. 17, 2025) The Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP) announced the successful completion of the second cohort of its InfluenceLansing program, a 16-week program equipping local creators to transform their digital influence into sustainable business ventures.    Developed and led by LEAP to grow the region’s creative eco