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-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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Courtesy Photo-(L to R) Co-Pastor Shantelle and Pastor Terence Hawkins of Mt. Zion Church of Deliverance, Jackson, Michigan. Pastor. They...

Courtesy Photo-Artist and studio owner Jamari Taylor of Jaylei Art sits surrounded by her portraits. Each piece is a reflection of her...

Courtesy Photo-The national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical brings the story of the legendary singer-songwriter to...

Photo Credit: Illustration by Chronicle Graphics. Men in suits form an affirmation line to welcome students back to school, reminding...

Courtesy Photo — The Garrett family—SharRonnie, John, Kimmie, Kory, and Kendra—stands at the heart of our community’s collective...

Not-for-profit organization is working to address the racial wealth gap in Greater Lansing caused by centuries of systemic inequalities ...

Photo Credit-Wix Stock Images-“Ordinary People. Extraordinary Impact.” – Honoring Everyday Heroes Through the Courage Project In a...

Courtesy Photo-Leaders of Legacy.   Founders, Willye Bryan, President Prince Solace, Anne Brown (2022) of the Justice League of Greater...

Courtesy Photo-Logan Taylor, author of In My Eyes: Searching for Self-Worth , is rewriting her narrative, and inviting others to do the...