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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


From the Blackboard to the Pulpit: The Legacy of Rev. Dr. James W. Lynch
The legacy of Rev. Dr. James W. Lynch lives on through his work as both educator and minister, bridging the classroom and the pulpit to...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 21, 20251 min read


Building Beyond the Bell: Black-Owned Businesses Fuel Back-to-School Season
Photo Credit-The Chronicle Media Group:Five-year-old Liam flashes a big smile after getting a fresh back-to-school haircut from Deon...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 21, 20251 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


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


LISC CEO Michael T. Pugh Delivers Commencement Address at Alma Mater, Eastern Michigan University
Michael T. Pugh, president and CEO of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) , returned to his alma mater to deliver the...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jan 27, 20253 min read


Fast-Track Your Career with Free Job Training at Lansing Community College
Are you ready to take the next step in your career, increase your earning potential, or switch to a high-demand field? The Job Training...

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 27, 20242 min read


How Knowing Your Family History Can Help You Understand Your Cancer Risk
Getty image: Halfpoint via Getty Images Your genes determine your eye color and height, and they may also reveal your cancer risk. Having...

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery’s Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators
Nominations Encouraged for Michigan Lottery’s Excellence in Education Awards to Honor Outstanding Educators.

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Room to Grow: Essential Considerations for Buying a Larger Home for Your Home-Based Business
As your home-based business begins to thrive, the prospect of expansion becomes both a necessity and an opportunity.

Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 9, 20243 min read


How to Be Heart-Smart This Holiday Season
While the holidays can be a time of celebration, parties, and family and friend gatherings, this festive season can also be hectic.

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 20, 20243 min read


Advocating for Yourself at the Doctor’s Office: How and Why
Navigating healthcare can be daunting, but advocating for yourself at the doctor’s office remains crucial.

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 7, 20242 min read


Managing Diabetes: Tips and Resources for November's National Diabetes Awareness Month
November is a significant month dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes, a chronic condition that affects millions of people worldwide

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 3, 20241 min read


Human Trafficking: A Hidden Crisis in Our Communities and How We Can Help Prevent It
Human trafficking is a modern-day form of slavery affecting millions worldwide.

Yanice Y. Carter
Nov 3, 20242 min read


Lansing Community College-Tech Forward: Men of Color
Get the inside scoop on how to get started in Trades and Technologies careers during the Tech Forward: Men of Color speaker and networking e

Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 17, 20241 min read


Meet the Candidate: Cirea Strode for Lansing School Board-Championing Trust, Transparency, and Positive Change
Cirea Strode, an advocate for education and community, is thrilled to announce her candidacy for the Lansing School Board

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 27, 20242 min read


Meet the Candidate: Lavonté Heard for Lansing School Board - A Champion for Community-Centered Education
Lavonté Heard is a dynamic candidate running for the Lansing School Board, bringing a vision deeply rooted in community.

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 26, 20242 min read


The Biggest Reasons Ground School Is Important for Pilots
Learn the biggest reasons ground school is important for pilots to see why this part of the training process is far more than just trying to

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 6, 20242 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan Reparations Scholarship Recipient 2024 -Nala Noel • East Lansing High School
Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan Reparations Scholarship Recipient 2024 -Nala Noel • East Lansing High School

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 22, 20242 min read


Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan Reparations Scholarship Recipient — 2024 Ahja Crawford • Holt Senior High School
Justice League of Greater Lansing Michigan Reparations Scholarship Recipient — 2024 Ahja Crawford • Holt Senior High School

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 22, 20242 min read
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