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Breaking Barriers on Tour: Lisa René Pitts Brings Black Excellence to A Beautiful Noise
Courtesy Photo-The national tour of A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical brings the story of the legendary singer-songwriter to...

Yanice Y. Carter
Sep 20, 20254 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


The Chronicle News Community Spotlight- Build Hope in Jackson: A Home for Kimmie Garrett and Her Family
Courtesy Photo — The Garrett family—SharRonnie, John, Kimmie, Kory, and Kendra—stands at the heart of our community’s collective strength. After an unimaginable journey, hopes are rising again with the Build Hope in Jackson campaign. Kimmie and her family face a new challenge: finding a safe, wheelchair-accessible home where they can live together comfortably. Their current home isn’t designed to support Kimmie’s needs, making everyday tasks more difficult for her and her lov

The Chronicle News
Aug 15, 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


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


In My Eyes: Logan Taylor’s Journey Through Pain, Purpose, and Publishing Her Power
Courtesy Photo-Logan Taylor, author of In My Eyes: Searching for Self-Worth , is rewriting her narrative, and inviting others to do the...

Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 2, 20254 min read


Get Ready, Lansing! Pilgrim Fest 2025 is Coming—And You’re Invited to the Ultimate Day of Blessings, Fun & Community Love!
LANSING, MI — Something BIG is happening in Lansing this summer—and you don’t want to miss it! Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church is rolling out...

Yanice Y. Carter
Jul 13, 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


The Chronicle News’ Community Spotlight DJ Crazy Caz: The Soundtrack of a City — One Last Mix, One Eternal Memory 🎤
Courtesy Photo: Brandon “DJ Crazy Caz” Henderson — the heartbeat of the city and a legend behind the decks. Your light lives on in...

Yanice Y. Carter
May 7, 20253 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


Breaking Boundaries with Strings: A Chronicle Exclusive with Black Violin
By Yanice Y. Jackson | The Chronicle News Courtesy Photo-(R to L) Kev Marcus (violin) and Wil Baptiste (viola), the powerhouse duo behind...

Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 10, 20256 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


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


Unveiling the Legacy: The Inspiring Story of Hometown Hero Ayanna D. Neal, Attorney and Trailblazer for Justice
Courtesy Photo-Ayanna D. Neal Attorney; Sexual Assault & Civil Rights Team Leader at Grewal Law PLLC. Lansing native Ayanna D. Neal has...

Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 11, 20252 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


Celebrating the Legacy of Michael Jackson: How He Broke Barriers in Music and Culture
Photo Credit Kevin Mazur-Michael Jackson performs during the "Bad" tour at Madison Square Garden in New York City circa March 1988....

Yanice Y. Carter
Feb 26, 20252 min read


The Impact and Importance of Black History in Shaping American Identity
Black Excellence: The Foundation of American History" 🎶🏀📖🔬✨ This powerful illustration highlights the impact of Black contributions...

Yanice Y. Carter
Feb 26, 20252 min read
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