LANSING, Mich. — There’s a difference between telling young people to dream… and actually giving them somewhere to go. The My Brother’s & Sister’s Keepers Alliance of Metro Lansing, known as MBSK 517, is choosing the second. Through the launch of the Lansing Opportunity Hub, the organization is creating a structured, intentional pathway for youth to connect directly with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and organizations ready to invest in their growth. This is not just another program. It is...

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 heritage. These...

Courtesy Photo: Gospel Powerhouse Kierra Sheard shares the Personal Trials that Transformed Pressure into Purpose with Gospel Sensation Kirk Franklin Kierra Sheard: Finding Her Voice Beyond Legacy, Loss, and the Weight of Expectation There are names that carry history. And then there are names that carry expectation. For Kierra Sheard, both have walked hand in hand since the very beginning. Born into gospel royalty as the daughter of Karen Clark Sheard and niece to the legendary Clark...