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

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

In Lansing, some families quietly shape the future of their communities through generations of service. The Taylor family is one of them. From youth mentorship and literacy programs to cultural dance and community outreach, the work of Dr. Lee Taylor, AnJanette “Ms. Angel” Taylor, and Heather Taylor reflects a shared belief that when women invest in their communities, entire generations rise. Together, their work spans more than five decades of leadership rooted in education,

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

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Courtesy Photo:Corean Canty, founder of Speak More Human and co-founder of Shift to Play, helps leaders and organizations strengthen communication, culture, and connection by empowering people to find and use their authentic voice. Some leaders build businesses. Others build movements in how people think, communicate, and show up in the world. For Corean Canty, leadership begins with one powerful idea: OUR VOICE MATTERS. A seasoned communications strategist, speaker, and peop

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: Meet Ali Bennett, Founder and CEO of Grassroots Giving, launched the Lansing-based initiative in 2023 to help first-generation entrepreneurs connect with the resources, knowledge, and community support needed to build sustainable businesses. In every generation, there are people who recognize that the systems around them were never designed for everyone to thrive. Instead of waiting for change, they begin building something new. For Ali Bennett, that moment ca

Courtesy Photo:Ashlee Willis, Founder and CEO of Michigan Premier Events and Ms. Lansing 2026 – Candidate for Ms. Michigan Corporate America, has spent the past decade bringing organizations, leaders, and communities together through meaningful, professionally curated events across Michigan. For Ashlee Willis, leadership begins with connection. As the Founder and CEO of Michigan Premier Events, Willis has spent the last decade helping organizations across Michigan bring their

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

Courtesy Photo: Teresa A. Bingman stands in front of the open doors which lead to the courtroom where attorneys present arguments before the Michigan Supreme Court. From Oklahoma to Michigan. From Courtrooms to Community. Some careers are chosen. Others seem etched into one’s DNA. Watching Attorney Teresa A. Caine Bingman command the courtroom with grace and authority, it becomes evident that advocacy is not simply what she does, it is who she is. For Teresa A. Caine Bingman

EP14 - Pop That! Occasionally the viral game show “Pop The Balloon” shows up in my feed. I’ll admit… it’s entertaining. But at the same time I can’t help but wonder: Who on earth would willingly subject themselves to humiliation just to be seen? Clearly… thousands. As the father of four beautiful daughters, these things hit differently. As they get older and conversations about dating start to happen, the discussions around character, respect, and social media become more imp

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Courtesy photo:Dr. Tareva Watts, CEO, Founder, and Clinical Director of Inspired Faith Counseling and Consultation in Lansing, Michigan. A clinical therapist, author, and mental health advocate committed to building healed generations through faith-centered wellness and emotional healing. Some women build platforms. Some build brands. And some build people. Dr. Tareva Watts is doing the sacred work of building healed generations. As CEO, Founder, and Clinical Director of Insp

Courtesy Photo-The Honorable Judge Wanda M. Stokes, Ingham County Circuit Court Judge, brings decades of legal experience in both public and private sectors. Appointed in 2018 and re-elected in 2020, she is also a dedicated community leader and proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. There are women who study history. There are women who write history. And then there are women who stand inside it and move it forward. Judge Wanda M. Stokes is one of those women. Long

LANSING, Mich. – Mayor Andy Schor announced that he has released the City’s 2025 Annual Report, detailing major accomplishments, financial performance, and strategic investments that have strengthened the community over the past year. The full report is posted on the Mayor’s page on the city’s website. The 220-page, comprehensive report outlines key achievements across public safety, infrastructure, economic development, housing, sustainability, and community services. It a

Courtesy Photo:Dr. Toni Glasscoe, Associate Vice President of External Affairs, Development, and K-12 Operations at Lansing Community College. That title is long. The impact is even longer. In partnership with the Executive Leadership Team, she leads community relations for the College, maintaining and strengthening relationships with business leaders, nonprofit organizations, and community stakeholders. Her work ensures that the mission of Lansing Community College is not ju