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College Pathways – Preparing High School Seniors for FAFSA, Scholarships, and Opportunity
Image Via Pixels-For the 2026–27 academic year, several updates are being introduced to make the process faster, simpler, and more equitable. If you’re a student preparing for college—or a parent supporting that journey—the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is a critical step in securing financial support. For many high school seniors, winter marks the beginning of their transition into adulthood. College applications, FAFSA deadlines, scholarship searches, an
The Chronicle News
Dec 4, 20251 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


McLaren Greater Lansing Welcomes 2025 Babies
Kenneth Young Born at 4:18 p.m. and Hayes Wicker born at 4:20 p.m. on January 1, 2025 Photo provided by Bella Baby; Kenneth Young born...
Yanice Y. Carter
Jan 8, 20251 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


We talk about bad kids too Much
The landscape of Black enterprise is blooming, a testament to resilience and vision.
Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 10, 20244 min read


"How Justice Kyra Harris Bolden is Recognizing Inspirational Moms in Michigan"
LANSING, Mich.—(April 23, 2024) With Mother’s Day approaching, Justice Kyra Harris Bolden—the first Black woman to serve on Michigan’s...
Yanice Y. Carter
May 8, 20242 min read


5 Joyful Activities to Plan for the Holidays
5 Activities to Plan for the Holiday Season.
Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 19, 20231 min read


McLaren Greater Lansing Now Offering Expectant Parents Birthing Classes
McLaren Greater Lansing Now Offering Expectant Parents Birthing Classes
Yanice Y. Carter
Dec 7, 20232 min read


Breaking the Silence Around Infant Loss
Each year roughly one in four pregnancies ends in a loss.
October holds significance to Taryn Gemalsky patient care manager at McLaren.
Yanice Y. Carter
Oct 20, 20235 min read


Ways To Help Your Students Start the School Year Off Right
Make the back-to-school transition easier with beneficial strategies. Here are some ways to help your students start the school year off
Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 14, 20232 min read


Giving Kids a Head Start at Getting Back-to-School Ready
Giving Kids a Head Start at Getting Back-to-School Ready.
Yanice Y. Carter
Aug 11, 20233 min read


GIRLS 4 Science to Offer Free 6-Week STEM Summer Academy for Girls – “Science of Construction”
lasses are in-person, geared to girls 10-18 years of age and
include science exploration, field trips, and mentorships.
Yanice Y. Carter
Jun 22, 20232 min read


Warmer Weather Calls for Active Bodies
Lots of sunshine and longer days provide more opportunities for the entire family to enjoy the outdoors and get active.
Yanice Y. Carter
May 24, 20232 min read


LAFCU’s Listen & Learn Program helps local kids learn about money, teaches magic of math
LAFCU’s Listen & Learn Program helps local kids learn about money, teaches magic of math
Yanice Y. Carter
May 18, 20232 min read


Modifying Your Home for Sensory-Sensitive Individuals (2023)
Recent CDC data notes that one in every 44 children in the United States has been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 13, 20238 min read


High Caliber Karting & Entertainment Debuts Mini Go Karts
High Caliber Karting & Entertainment Debuts Mini Go Karts.
Yanice Y. Carter
Apr 11, 20232 min read


20 Questions that will Help you to get to know your Partner and Create Deeper Intimacy & Connection
Sometimes, the conversations run dry but your partner still has plenty of interesting, never-before-heard info to share. Use this list.
Kristen Freeman
Apr 6, 20232 min read


A Celebration of Women - You are Essential and Unconditionally Loved.
A Celebration of Women - You are Essential and Unconditionally Loved.
J. Domonick Dixie
Mar 30, 20232 min read


Deadline fast-approaching for LAFCU $20K scholarship contest: Submissions open until March 31st
Local credit union calls all Michigan High school seniors to submit a 1-page essay for a college scholarship; awards will total $20k
Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 27, 20232 min read


Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital to Bring Nationally Recognized Pediatric Care to Lansing
Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital, part of Corewell Health™, will be upgrading, expanding and bringing new pediatric specialties to Lansing.
Yanice Y. Carter
Mar 24, 20233 min read
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