Courtesy Photo: Dick Peffley, General Manager of Lansing Board of Water and Light. LBWL is a public owned utility governed by the Board of Directors. When it comes to keeping the lights on in Lansing, the Lansing Board of Water & Light  is helping power the community. In a recent episode of The Sunday Chronicle, I sat down with Dick Peffley, General Manager of BWL, to talk about leadership, community responsibility, and one of the organization’s most impactful initiatives, t

Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) General Manager Dick Peffley issues the following statement: “The Lansing Board of Water & Light (BWL) understands that Deep Green has made the decision to withdraw their proposals for both the purchase and the rezoning of the E. Kalamazoo St. and S. Cedar St. property and defer project specific questions to them. We believe in the benefits this project would bring to the City of Lansing and our customers, including the benefit to our futu

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) Mental Health and Suicide Prevention (MHSP) team hosted two LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) trainings in March. Attendees learned how to recognize signs of suicide, offer lifesaving intervention support and connect people to safety. “ASIST is more than a training – it’s a powerful way to bring communities together around a shared responsibility to look out for one another,” said MVAA MHSP m

Courtesy Photo: Eastern & Sukterm Sweep Titles at Silicon Valley Showcase. Eastern Michigan Eagles women's golf captured the team title at the Silicon Valley Showcase, led by Baiyok Sukterm, who earned her first EMU individual win after leading the tournament from start to finish. The Eagles’ victory marked their third team title of the season. Spring is bringing more than warmer weather to Eastern Michigan University, it’s bringing wins, milestones, and momentum across multi

While Eastern Michigan continues to make noise in competition, the wins aren’t just happening under bright lights, they’re happening in the classroom too. Eastern Michigan women’s basketball standouts Sisi Eleko and Brooklyn Thrash have been named to the Academic All-MAC Team, a recognition that honors student-athletes who excel both academically and athletically. And this wasn’t just a participation trophy moment. This was earned. Eleko, one of the Mid-American Conference’s

Easter weekend is pulling up with options, and not the stressful kind. We’re talking parks full of laughter, churches opening their doors, and kids running like they just discovered gold (because… candy 🍬). If you’ve been wondering “Where should I take the kids?” This is your answer. 🌸 FRIDAY, APRIL 3 📍 Metro Detroit Canterbury Village Eggstravaganza 🗓️ April 3–4 📍 Lake Orion 🚁 Helicopter egg drop, petting zoo, games, Easter Bunny 👉 https://canterburyvillage.com Bunnyv

Courtesy Photo: Nature Breaks the Law explores conflicts and resolutions resulting from humans and wildlife sharing the same habitat. Author: Mary Roach . The Great Lakes Fact or Fake  delves beneath the surface of the world’s largest chain of freshwater lakes, confirming truths and debunking myths in an effort to protect this unique watershed. Author: Dave Dempsey MidMichigan  — Greater Lansing area residents are invited to a series of events celebrating our Great Lakes her

Courtesy Photo: #WeWill2026 William Lawrence has entered the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District. LANSING, Mich. – New polling shows William Lawrence is leading with 45.2% among likely Democratic primary voters in the 7th Congressional District after hearing a brief biography of all three major candidates, according to a March 17-18 survey. Respondents were first asked which candidate they would support if the election were held today. Responses show

LANSING, Mich. – In partnership with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), Gleaner Life Insurance Society’s Capital Arbor #772 donated more than 130 care kits of essential items for Michigan veterans experiencing homelessness. “Every one of these care kits represents more than just essential supplies, it sends a powerful message to Michigan veterans that their community cares,” said MVAA homeless veteran coordinator Cassie Smith. “That kind of support is often the fi

Photo Credit:The Chronicle Media Group Yanice Carter spent some time in the chair at Dr. Evelyn Lucas-Perry’s office, and it was more than an appointment, it was an experience. From the dentist to the staff, the care, professionalism, and attention to detail all felt intentional. You can always tell when a team is operating in excellence, and that day, I felt it. As a publisher, I have the honor of telling powerful stories, but every now and then, one becomes personal. Dr. Ev

Courtesy Photo- ( L to R) Jan Henderson, Yanice Carter and Brenda Henderson. Connection, community, and celebration all in one frame. March 19, 2026, BATH, Mich.  — There are events you attend, and then there are moments you feel. The 2026 White Rose Gala, hosted by the Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, was one of those moments. Held at Eagle Eye Golf and Banquet Center, the evening brought together leaders across business, education, healthcare, law,

Courtesy Photo: Dr. Terra DeFoe, Founder of De’Cole & Associates, is honored in Women Making History 2026 for her leadership in policy, civic engagement, and community impact across Michigan and beyond. Some leaders seek recognition. Others build impact that speaks for itself. Dr. Terra DeFoe is firmly the latter. As Founder and Managing Partner of De’Cole & Associates, Dr. DeFoe has spent decades shaping policy, empowering communities, and creating pathways where barriers on

Courtesy Photo:Dr. Joan Thomasina Jackson Johnson (In Loving Memory) A visionary leader, clinical psychologist, and former Director of Human Relations and Community Services for the City of Lansing, Dr. Johnson dedicated her life to uplifting communities through advocacy, healing, and service. Her legacy continues to shape the city she served with compassion, brilliance, and unwavering purpose. There are some people whose impact doesn’t end when they leave…it echoes. Dr. Joan

Not just a family. A formation. Not just success. ;A standard. Grace in their posture. Precision in their work. Power in their presence. They don’t just carry a name, they expand it. They don’t just enter rooms; they redefine excellence. The Lucas-Perry women refined. Respected. Revolutionary. There are families…and then there are institutions disguised as families. The Lucas-Perry legacy is one of those rare, powerful stories where love didn’t just endure, it multiplied… int

Courtesy Photo: Rhonda Stokes, owner of Rhonda’s Reflections in Lansing, Michigan, is redefining beauty through a commitment to healthy Black hair, strong branding, and empowering women to embrace the fullness of their crown. For more than two decades, Rhonda Stokes has been helping women rediscover the beauty and strength of their natural crown. As the owner of Rhonda’s Reflections Salon in Lansing, Michigan, Rhonda opened her doors in 1999 with a passion that began long bef

Courtesy Photo:Family and friends gathered in Detroit for “The Emerald City: A Celebration of Legacy and Love,” honoring the 43-year marriage of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry. Some stories are not just about success. They are about legacy. When you listen to the story of Lavel and Dr. Patricia Lucas-Perry, you quickly realize their journey was never simply about careers or accomplishments. It was about building something enduring together, brick by brick, year by year, f

March 9, 2026, LANSING, Mich. — The Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will host the 2026 White Rose Gala, “A White Rose Legacy: Friendship, Service, and Impact,” on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 5:30–9:00 p.m. at Eagle Eye Golf and Banquet Center, 15500 Chandler Road, Bath. One of Mid-Michigan’s premier celebrations of leadership and philanthropy, the evening will bring together leaders from business, nonprofit, education, legal, and civic sectors to re

Courtesy Photo: Stacy Leatherwood Cannon M.D. For more than 26 years, Dr. Leatherwood -Cannon has dedicated her career to caring for children and strengthening communities through medicine. Today she serves as a Senior Staff Attending Physician at Henry Ford Health and a champion for childhood wellness. Some people discover their calling over time. For Dr. Stacy Leatherwood Cannon, the calling came early. At just four years old, she already knew she wanted to become a pediatr

Courtesy Photo: Lucianna Solis, Community Relations and Faith-Based Initiatives Manager for City of Lansing Mayor Andy Schor Some leaders arrive in their roles through career paths. Others arrive through lived experience. For Lucianna Solis, service has always been rooted in something deeply personal. Today, Solis serves as the Mayor’s Community Relations and Faith-Based Initiatives Manager for the City of Lansing, a role she officially stepped into in 2021. But her commitmen

Courtesy Photo:Judy Kehler, founder of Kehler Strategy Group, brings decades of leadership, financial insight, and strategic vision to the work of building stronger organizations and communities. Some women do not just lead organizations, they help reshape how communities think, plan, and grow. Judy Kehler is one of those women. As the Founder of Kehler Strategy Group, Judy brings decades of leadership, financial insight, and strategic vision to the table. Her professional pa