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Dam Jam Music Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Return to Original Location
3-Day Music Festival Returns to Rotary Park 3-Day Music Festival Returns to Rotary Park, Lansing, MI – Lansing 5:01's Dam Jam Music...

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Detroit’s Black Film Festival: Where Cinema Meets Culture and Cocktails
Detroit is a city that has always known how to tell a story. From Motown’s rhythm to the murals on the east side, the narrative of...

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 4, 20252 min read


Don’t Be Fooled: How to Spot and Avoid Imposter Scams
Not everyone behind the screen is who they claim to be. Don’t let the mask fool you—learn to recognize the signs. Photo: Wix Stock...

TRUE Community Credit Union
Sep 3, 20252 min read


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...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 27, 20252 min read


Empowering Futures: How Lansing's HBCU Initiative is Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders
Photo Credit: J3 Went Digital-Focused before the upcoming event: Nasaan Jackson, founder of the HBCU Initiative, takes a moment to...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 21, 20253 min read


A Letter from the Publisher Yanice Y. Jackson-Homecoming, Healing, and Hope: Michigan’s Season of Legacy and Lift
Publisher Yanice Jackson leads The Chronicle’s mission to connect communities, amplify hometown heroes, and remind us all that it truly...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 21, 20252 min read


Dino Days and Big Dreams How Imagine Planet Sparks Inspiration for Jackson Youth
Courtesy Photo-Imagine Planet team. In Jackson, learning doesn’t just happen in classrooms; sometimes it roars to life with dinosaurs. At...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 17, 20252 min read


Empowering Communities: The Role of Education Beyond the Classroom
Photo Credit: Illustration by Chronicle Graphics. Men in suits form an affirmation line to welcome students back to school, reminding...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 17, 20252 min read


Celebrating Community Spirit with Festivals in Michigan
Michigan is a state rich in culture, history, and natural beauty. One of the best ways to experience the heart of Michigan is through its...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 16, 20253 min read


The Chronicle News Community Spotlight- Build Hope in Jackson: A Home for Kimmie Garrett and Her Family-Sponsored by TRUE Community Credit Union
Courtesy Photo — The Garrett family—SharRonnie, John, Kimmie, Kory, and Kendra—stands at the heart of our community’s collective...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 15, 20252 min read


American Lung Association New Report Finds More People AreExposed to Dangerous Air Pollution Levels
2025 “State of the Air” report shows Black Americans are one and a half times more likely to live in communities with very unhealthy air...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 15, 20254 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan awards Reparations Scholarships to 10 students
Not-for-profit organization is working to address the racial wealth gap in Greater Lansing caused by centuries of systemic inequalities ...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 15, 20253 min read


Backpacks, Books, and Big Smiles: Back‑to‑School Events Serve Families Across Michigan
As late summer settles in, families across Michigan are gearing up for a new school year. A wave of community events is making the...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20252 min read


Celebrating Everyday Bravery: United Way's $5M Courage Project for Community Heroes
Photo Credit-Wix Stock Images-“Ordinary People. Extraordinary Impact.” – Honoring Everyday Heroes Through the Courage Project In a...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20252 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan awards Reparations Scholarships to 10 students
Courtesy Photo-Leaders of Legacy. Founders, Willye Bryan, President Prince Solace, Anne Brown (2022) of the Justice League of Greater...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 3, 20253 min read


Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Mia Amari Sims 2006–2025 A Shining Light in Our Hearts
Courtesy Photo-Mia Amari Sims- July 21, 2007 – July 27, 2025 “She didn’t need a spotlight to be a light.” In loving memory of a bright...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 2, 20254 min read


Small Business Tips – Sponsored by TRUE Community Credit Union-Smart Moves for Small Business Owners
Running a small business takes more than a great idea—it takes planning, persistence, and smart decisions. At TRUE Community Credit...

TRUE Community Credit Union
Aug 2, 20252 min read


The Chronicle News Community Spotlight-Inspiring the Next Generation: Lansing Native Champions HBCU Initiative
Courtesy Photo Nasaan Jackson-Visionary behind the HBCU Initiative, a program created expose to students to the legacy, leadership, and...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jul 29, 20253 min read


Linkage Community to Launch as Independent Initiative Supporting Artists Across Michigan Living Beyond Incarceration
Statewide Creative Network Will Transition from University of Michigan’s Prison Creative Arts Project on August 1, 2025 ANN ARBOR, MI —...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jul 13, 20252 min read


How to Start a Successful Neighborhood Crop Swap
Learn seven things you need to start a neighborhood crop swap, from finding an accessible meeting spot to stocking sturdy boxes and establishing trust.

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 25, 20253 min read
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