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WOMAN OF MANY FACETS: YANICE JACKSON LEADS THE CHRONICLE INTO A NATIONAL ERA
From Local Legacy to National Stage — Chronicle Media Grows Beyond the Midwest Photo Credit: Tay Lee, Heart of the City Photography —...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 2, 20253 min read


Timothy "TJ the DJ" Jackson: Lansing’s Living Legacy in The Chronicle News 39th Anniversary Black History Spotlight
Courtesy Photo from the 1980s — Timothy “TJ the DJ” Jackson behind the board at WXLA 1170 AM, featured in The Metroplex News. A true...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 14, 20252 min read


Mr. Party: Luther William Brown Sr., Lansing’s Ambassador of Celebration
Courtesy Photo-Luther William Brown Sr.—known to Lansing as “Mr. Party”—dressed in his signature tuxedo and bowler hat, ready to turn any...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 13, 20254 min read


Rob-roy Nelson: Airwaves, Grace, and a Calling Beyond the Mic
Rob-roy Nelson pictured in his study, where faith and wisdom guide his ministry. From the airwaves to the pulpit, his message remains one...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 13, 20253 min read


🎙️ The Mighty Span Daniel – Mic Skills, Soul Work, and the Legacy of Sound
Yanice Jackson and The Mighty Span Daniel strike a pose before recording an episode of The Sunday Chronicle at Stacks 92.1 FM — where...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 9, 20253 min read


SOUTHSIDE FESTIVAL SERIES HOSTS 6TH ANNUAL LOCAL AUTHORS EXPO & BOOK FAIR
JACKSON MICH - The Southside Festival Series kicks of its 7th Annual series of festivals with the 6th Annual Local Authors Expo & Book...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 8, 20251 min read


DJ Kool Herc: The Father of Hip-Hop and the Original Beat Architect
Gettys Image-DJ Kool Herc is in action — the legendary father of hip-hop rocking the turntables decades after changing music history. His...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 7, 20252 min read


📰 Jay Price "The Morning Mayor" Honoring the Life and Legacy of A Founding Voice of Lansing Michigan's Black Media
Courtesy Photo — Jay Price behind the mic at WLTH Radio in Gary, Indiana, spinning records and shaping the sound of soul in the early...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 7, 20252 min read


🕊️ Lansing Remembers DJ Crazy Caz: Voices from the Community 🎧
Brandon Henderson—known to so many as DJ Crazy Caz—was more than a DJ. He was the DJ. A mentor. A brother. A hometown hero. A...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 3, 20254 min read


Honoring Crazy Caz: DJ Cutt Nice, The Turntable Brotherhood, and a Legacy That Won’t Fade
When it comes to spinning records with precision, soul, and a deep love for the culture, few can match the consistency and cool of DJ...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 2, 20252 min read


DJ Crazy Caz: The Soundtrack of a City- One Last Mix; One Eternal Memory.
“Sometimes you grow so much, your wings outstretch the city you're from—you can't even move without brushing up against someone, and they...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 2, 20253 min read


📰 The Chronicle News Small Business Spotlight- Meika’s Boutique N More; New Location, Same Excellence
Courtesy Photo-Shemeika Barney, Founder & CEO of Meika’s Boutique N More and Exclusive Travel N More, brings style, service, and...

Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 7, 20252 min read


📰 The Chronicle News Small Business Spotlight-Bonita Mitchell | Thread of Hope Records
Courtesy Photo- Bonita Mitchell , founder of Thread of Hope Records and recording artist behind the powerful new single “Let This Mind Be...

Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 7, 20253 min read


LCC Jazz Band Performs with Transcendence Performing Arts Center Featuring Candace N. Potts
Photo Credit-Kevin Fowler LANSING, Mich. — The LCC Jazz Band, led by Jonathon Gewirtz, will present a concert in collaboration with the...

Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 6, 20251 min read


The Chronicle News' Small Business Spotlight: Tammara McCollum's Journey from Setback to Sweet Comeback with Smoothies n' Stax
Courtesy Photo-Tammara McCollum "They say research is key." Tammara sips, studies, and sets the bar higher. Smoothies n’ Stax is...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 25, 20253 min read


Exploring the Impact of Women's History Month: Recognizing the Achievements of Remarkable Women
Courtesy Photo-The Honorable Judge Wanda M. Stokes, Ingham County Circuit Court Judge, brings decades of legal experience in both public...

Judge Wanda Stokes
Mar 24, 20257 min read


Choose Lansing® Reports State of Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Courtesy Photo-Choose Lansing® acknowledged local businesses for anniversaries. LANSING, MICH. – March 5, 2025 – Choose Lansing ® held...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 5, 20252 min read


Lansing to Provide Free Feminine Hygiene Products in City Facilities
LANSING, Mich. - In an effort to ensure that residents and visitors to city facilities have access to essential health products, Mayor...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 5, 20252 min read


Downtown Lansing Inc. Announces the 61st Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the Capitol Lawn Followed by Bunny Hop on the Square Will Take Place on Saturday, April 19
Community invited to Michigan’s Downtown for an afternoon of Easter-themed, family-fun activities LANSING, Mich. (March 3, 2025) - ...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 5, 20252 min read


Golden Gatherings 2025: Partnering for Change & Stability
Lansing, MI – Golden Gatherings is a heartfelt initiative by DAP Services & Resources dedicated to uplifting and supporting underserved...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 5, 20252 min read
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