Long before conversations about therapy, trauma, and emotional wellness became more common in Black communities, Bebe Moore Campbell was already challenging the silence. An accomplished author, journalist, and mental health advocate, Campbell used her voice to speak openly about the emotional struggles many Black families quietly carried for generations. Through her writing, public advocacy, and community work, she helped create space for conversations that had too often been

For generations, many learned to survive in silence. Healing begins when we finally feel heard. There was a time in many Black households when phrases like “pray about it,” “stay strong,” or “what happens in this house stays in this house” stood in for conversations about mental health. For generations, survival often came before softness. Many families carried grief, anxiety, trauma, exhaustion, and depression without ever having the language to name it. Yet even in silence,

​ Courtesy Photo: Robin Pizzo, Dorectio of Education WKAR/Regional Director of Michigan Learning Channel. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and May 9 was proclaimed as Mental Health Day for Children, Youth and Their Families by Governor Whitmer. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, this year’s theme, Stigma Grows in Silence and Healing Begins in Community ensures no one struggles alone. The NAMI website also promotes, “Your Story Can Spark Healing.” This i

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Courtesy Photo:Elyse Ribbons, founder of Chengdu Teahouse in Lansing, is honored for building community through culture, tea, and connection in Women Making History 2026. Sometimes reinvention is not a setback. It’s an invitation. After spending decades living and working in China, Elyse Ribbons returned to the United States with a decision to make: how do you begin again? Her answer was both simple and powerful, create space. In 2024, she opened Chengdu Teahouse in Lansing’s

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Courtesy Photo:Meet Candace Phillips, owner of CandyShoppe Hair Studio and CEO of CandeCollective, a beauty industry leader empowering women through entrepreneurship and mentorship. She uses her platform to uplift communities and inspire the next generation of women leaders. For Candace Phillips, beauty has never been just about hair and style. It has always been about confidence, culture, and helping people step into the best version of themselves. A Lansing native, Candace

Courtesy Photo:Dr. Shenika Hankerson, Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland, is a leading scholar in Black Language research. Meet Dr. Shenika Hankerson, a scholar, educator, and advocate whose work centers the power, identity, and cultural significance of Black language. A proud graduate of Michigan State University, where she earned her Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Writing, Dr. Hankerson has built a career at the intersection of scholarship, and community impact. Today

Managing your money effectively often comes down to identifying where it quietly slips away. Many everyday expenses feel small in the moment, but over time they can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year. By taking a closer look at your spending habits, you’ll be able to identify some common expenses you can eliminate from your budget and free up room in your savings, investments, or experiences that truly matter. Unused Subscriptions and Memberships Subscr

Too many Black women carry the weight of families, careers, communities, and expectations while ignoring the signals their bodies are sending. Fatigue, headaches, dizziness, burnout, these are not weaknesses. They are warnings. Rest is not a luxury. It is survival. National Day of Rest for Black Women March 10 is recognized as the National Day of Rest for Black Women, a day meant to remind us of something many of us have been conditioned to ignore. Rest. Black women have long

Courtesy Photo:Dr. Melody Angel, physician, entrepreneur, and founder of Full Well, whose second act reflects resilience, healing, and visionary leadership In 2012, Dr. Melody Angel lost her husband to suicide. She lost a 45-unit real estate portfolio. She faced bankruptcy in the aftermath of the housing collapse. Her daughter was seven years old. Many people survive seasons like that. Few decide to rise from them with intention. Dr. Melody Angel did not just rebuild. She too

Photo Credit:The Chronicle Media Group-Representing the next generation of community storytellers, Liam Carter dives into hands-on learning at Impression 5. LANSING, Mich. — Creativity was in full force February 28 and March 1 as families gathered at Impression 5 Science Center for LEGO®Palooza 2026, the museum’s annual family-focused fundraiser. Presented by Impression 5 and supported by the MSUFCU Desk Drawer Foundation and T-Fiber, the two-day event transformed the Science

A Living Tribute to Those Who Help Build Greater Lansing Courtesy Photo-Lansing Community College Changemakers Center LANSING, Mich. — History does not sit quietly on shelves. It moves. It breathes. It gathers in rooms where people come together to honor those who made the way possible. That spirit filled the Downtown Campus of Lansing Community College as leaders, families, students, and community partners gathered for the ribbon cutting and inaugural induction ceremony of t

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Martin Luther King Jr. is often remembered on one day each year, but his vision for equality and justice calls for continuous commitment. His legacy challenges us to live out principles of courage, leadership, service, and unity every day. This post explores how individuals and communities can honor Dr. King’s ideals beyond the annual holiday. Through personal stories, local initiatives, and reflections from diverse voices, we will uncover practical ways to keep his spirit al

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

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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

Courtesy Photo- Six Vietnam War-era veterans were pinned by Brian L. Love, director of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency; Gov. Gretchen Whitmer; and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Paul D. Rogers, adjutant general and director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs LANSING, Mich. – On Wednesday, Nov. 12, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) honored Michigan's more than 486,000 veterans at the 6th annual Veterans Day Recognition Ceremony at the State Capi

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