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Michigan's Dental Dynasty: The Lucas-Perry Family Shines in The Chronicle Small Business Spotlight
Courtesy Photo- (L to R) Laval, Victoria, Evelyn Crystal and Patrick In the heart of Michigan, a remarkable family is redefining...

Yanice Y. Jackson
Feb 205 min read


The Chronicle Small Business Spotlight: The Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure Foundation
Story and Mission Founded in 2019, the Barbara Leatherwood Fight for the Cure Foundation was established to honor the memories of...

Yanice Y. Jackson
Jan 163 min read


The Chronicle Small Business Spotlight: Behind the Brand with Bernice Stephen of Faceless Fashion Art
Courtesy Photo-Bernice Stephen of Faceless Fashion-Art and Designs In the heart of Detroit, Michigan, where grit meets grace, Bernice...
Yanice Jackson
Jan 143 min read


Lights, Camera, Action! One Day Film Skool Inspires the Next Generation of Storytellers
Photo Credit-Yanice Jackson Chronicle Media Group. The Students actively listen to One Day Film Skool Founder and Instructor Mr. Al Smith...

Yanice Y. Jackson
Jan 83 min read


The Community Catalyst Brings Joy and Support to Lansing with 5th Annual Food and Essentials Giveaway
Photo Credit Carmen Hughes Sr-Executive Director Community Catalyst Yanice Jackson and crew outside of distribution site #1...
Yanice Jackson
Dec 26, 20242 min read


Room to Grow: Essential Considerations for Buying a Larger Home for Your Home-Based Business
As your home-based business begins to thrive, the prospect of expansion becomes both a necessity and an opportunity.
Yanice Jackson
Dec 9, 20243 min read


Support Black-Owned Businesses: 450+ Places to Start Online
Support Black-Owned Businesses: 450+ Places to Start Online

Sophia Conti
Nov 10, 20246 min read


How to Champion Change as a Local Business Owner
As a small business owner, you can significantly impact community health and well-being while enhancing your business’s reputation.
Yanice Jackson
Oct 25, 20243 min read


The Chronicle Small Business Spotlight-How R.M. Easterly is Revolutionizing the Small Business Scene with THYIM: A Success Story
For R.M. Easterly, the road to becoming a successful entrepreneur started in the most unlikely of places—stranded on the side of a highway,
Yanice Jackson
Oct 24, 20242 min read


Local Author E. Dean Releases Debut Children’s Book, Ethan’s Rise
E. Dean, a Lansing native, has long been inspired by the power of storytelling to teach and uplift.
Yanice Jackson
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Small Business Spotlight: Al "Leal" Smith – From Marketing to Mentorship and Filmmaking
Al's passion for film continued to burn brightly, leading him to launch Purpix Media and Future Filmmakers.

Yanice Y. Jackson
Oct 14, 20242 min read


The Chronicle Small Business Spotlight-D.U.S Couture: Empowering Lansing Through Fashion
Meet Dasjahnne U Swanson Owner, D.U.S Couture & D.U.S for Him & Her
Yanice Jackson
Oct 13, 20242 min read


The National Business League Hosts the 37th Annual National Black Supplier Welcome Reception at Prime on Peachtree in Atlanta, Georgia
An Unmissable Gathering of Black Suppliers, Fortune 500 Corporations, and Industry Leaders – Empowering Economic Freedom Through Partnership
Yanice Jackson
Oct 11, 20242 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 Jackson
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Health Heroes: Black-Owned Businesses as Community Pillars
Black-owned small businesses transform their communities, driving innovation and fostering health and prosperity.
Yanice Jackson
Aug 22, 20243 min read


Walk Worthy Menswear By Aondray Worthy Presents "100 Men in Suits" Event to Inspire Lansing's Youth
Walk Worthy Menswear, by Aondray A. Worthy is excited to announce the "100 Men in Suits" event, set to take place on August 21st, 2024
Yanice Jackson
Aug 13, 20241 min read


USBC Applauds Biden-Harris Administration's Historic $2 Billion Distribution for Discriminated Farmers
USBC Applauds Biden-Harris Administration's Historic $2 Billion Distribution for Discriminated Farmers
Yanice Jackson
Aug 13, 20241 min read


LAFCU accepting donations through Aug. 16 for annual back-to-school supply drive
LAFCU accepting donations through Aug. 16 for annual back-to-school supply drive
Yanice Jackson
Aug 13, 20242 min read


Building Blocks of a Better World: Starting Your Own Nonprofit
Starting your own nonprofit
Yanice Jackson
Jul 25, 20243 min read


Kristina Lyke Candidate for Michigan’s 50th District State Representative Race
Kristina Lyke is an exceptional attorney known for her unwavering compassion and dedication to serving others
Yanice Jackson
Jul 22, 20241 min read
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