The landscape of local news is evolving rapidly, and staying informed about the latest local stories is more important than ever. For Michigan’s Black community, access to trustworthy, relevant, and empowering news sources is essential. This blog post explores how local stories shape community awareness, highlights key recent developments, and offers practical ways to engage with and support local journalism. By focusing on clear, direct information, this post aims to provide

A Revival of Tradition HILLSDALE, MI — Hillsdale College will host a special community ceremony this Sunday, November 9th, at 2:00 p.m. This event honors generations of local veterans through a revival of the historic Decoration Day tradition. The ceremony is presented by Hillsdale’s Marines and College Republicans. It will take place at the Soldier Boy Monument, located between Lane and Kendall Halls on campus. This event blends the original post-Civil War tradition of Decor

In a powerful reflection, Colonel James Stokes reminds us that the spirit of Veterans Day lives in how we honor, support, and serve those who once stood watch over our freedom. Courtesy Photo - Colonel James E. Stokes (Ret) Veterans Day is a time for gratitude and recognition. It is not just a day off work or a chance for sales at stores; it is a solemn reminder of the dedication, bravery, and commitment of millions of men and women who have donned the uniform of our nation.

Harvesting Gratitude — Giving Thanks, Giving Back Sunday Chronicle Guest Tony Gant of T&G Consulting joins Host Yanice Yvette Jackson and Co-Host Span at Stacks 92.1 FM for The Sunday Chronicle , where the community knows what the community needs. Photo Credit: The Chronicle Media Group 🎧 Listen to the full interview on Apple Podcasts: Sunday Chronicle Episode 107 – Tony Gant  or scan the QR code below. There’s a steadiness to Antoniese “Tony” Gant that makes you lean in.

Courtesy Photo- Yanice Yvette Jackson , Publisher of The Chronicle News  and visionary behind its statewide expansion, leads with purpose, creativity, and gratitude as the paper celebrates nearly four decades in print. Every season brings a lesson, and this one whispers gratitude . Not the surface kind that fades after a hashtag, but the kind rooted deep—born from struggle, watered by faith, and nurtured through community. This year, we’ve seen seeds planted long ago finally

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Courtesy Photo-Nate Gordon, Owner Jackson Embroidery A Vision Comes to Life JACKSON, MI — From local teams to small businesses, Jackson Embroidery is helping the city wear its pride, one stitch at a time. Founded by Nate Gordon, a Chicago native with a passion for music and design, Jackson Embroidery began in 2020 with a single machine and a vision: to build a local brand that combines creativity, craftsmanship, and community. “I purchased my first embroidery machine in 2020

Courtesy Photo-Diamond Destiny Actor | Singer | Storyteller -Currently touring with TheaterWorksUSA’s Dog Man: The Musical, portraying the dynamic villain Flippy and other roles. A graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Diamond has performed for thousands across North America. Her love for acting began at seven years old and continues to shine through every performance. She hopes audiences see a reflection of themselves in her work and remains deeply grateful for the unwav

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Courtesy Photo Publisher and media visionary Yanice Yvette Jackson continues the 40-year legacy of The Chronicle News, leading the publication into a new era of innovation, storytelling, and community empowerment. When the presses first rolled in 1986, The Chronicle  was more than a newspaper. It was a promise. Larry “Jay Price” Carter and Carolyn Carter , a visionary couple rooted in faith, family, and community, built it from the ground up to show a side of Black life too

Photo Credit:  Chronicle Creative Studio Black innovators continue to shape the cultural and creative landscape, from classrooms to boardrooms, blending legacy with progress in this feature image for “Roots and Renaissance: The Ongoing Story of Black Innovation.” Black brilliance has never gone dormant. It simply evolves with the times. What began as survival became strategy, and what was once dismissed as hustle has grown into an empire of innovation, creativity, and global

Filmmaker and educator Al Smith, founder of Purpix Media and AI Film Lab, created this original graphic to accompany his feature article, “Will AI Take Over the World?” In his piece, Smith explores how wisdom—not worry—should guide our next chapter with technology. Everywhere you turn these days, people are talking about artificial intelligence — or “AI.” It’s in our phones, our workplaces, and even in classrooms where students use it to write essays and create art. For some,

Courtesy Photo - Yanice Y. Jackson, Publisher, The Chronicle News When the leaves change, we change too. Every fall, nature reminds us that transformation isn’t about losing but about creating a legacy. Trees don’t mourn what they shed; they make space for new growth. The same is true for our communities, leaders, and ourselves. Across Michigan, a new kind of leadership is emerging: steady, grounded, and proudly local. It’s the business owner reinvesting in her neighborhood.

Courtesy Photo-Mr Nasaan Jackson; the newest member of the Chronicle Media group is leading the next generation of culture, connection, and expansion for the Chronicle News. The Chronicle Media Group is proud to officially welcome Mr. Nasaan Jackson to the team. More than an intern, Nasaan represents the next generation of creative leadership within our three-pronged expansion strategy—strengthening our reach within our city, throughout the region, and beyond. Investing in th

Many of us as kids dream of one day fighting fires and helping people in their most desperate hour, but few actually answer the call to become a firefighter. It’s no easy feat to earn the job as a firefighter—it requires learning, dedication, and fitness. In our guide to becoming a firefighter below, we’ll break down what it takes and how to do it. Educational Requirements Most fire departments require candidates to possess a high school diploma or equivalent. However, many d

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