January 29, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Barbara Niess May, CEO/President, Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels. In her first press briefing since the new administration took over, President Trump's press secretary tried to allay fears that despite a federal funding freeze, programs that directly support individuals would not be impacted. She specifically addressed Meals on Wheels, but that national nonprofit dedicated to addressing hunger among America's senior citizens gets a substantial amount of its federal funding that is granted to state units on aging, then is passed to area agencies on aging, and local providers.

January 28, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Kristin Kunes, Human Services Policy Specialist, Washtenaw County Office of Community & Economic Development for this week's Community Cares. A Continuum of Care (CoC) coordinates the community’s policies, strategies, and activities toward ending homelessness.

January 28, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dan Chlebos, Former Police Chief / Court Consultant / Asst. Prof., Justice and Public Policy for this week's Beyond The Courtroom. The Ann Arbor PoIice Department confirms that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has made contact with at least one downtown Ann Arbor business over the weekend. Meantime, there appears to be a pause in the pushback against ICE at the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office.

January 27, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Rita Mitchell, President, Library Green Conservancy Board and Will Hathaway, Member. Six years ago residents of Ann Arbor voted to turn a plot of land in downtown Ann Arbor into a Central Park. That has not happened. Now the city appears to be moving forward with allowing the Ann Arbor District Library to use the site as part of a redevelopment of the library, contrary to what voters had wanted.

January 27, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Sarah Clark, Mott Poll Co-Director at Mott Children's Hospital. A recent Mott Poll highlights concerns about children’s oral health, revealing that only two-thirds of parents with children aged 4 to 17 report their kids brush twice daily. This suggests a gap in dental hygiene practices, often due to busy family schedules, particularly at night when brushing is crucial.

January 27, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan. They cover the company’s advancements in virtual health care, particularly highlighting their virtual dental care service. This service provides members with convenient access to urgent dental care outside regular hours, such as evenings, weekends, and holidays, thus reducing costly emergency room visits.

January 24, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Perry Seibert with the Michigan Movie Critics Guild for this week's Talking Pictures. They discuss the profound impact and legacy of David Lynch, a groundbreaking film director known for his unique contributions to cinema. Perry Seibert highlights Lynch’s multifaceted artistic pursuits, including painting and furniture design, emphasizing his dedication to personal expression over audience approval. Lynch’s films, beginning with “Eraserhead,” are noted for their dreamlike and unsettling qualities.

January 24, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Ashley Schafer, Executive Director, The Ann Arbor Main Street Area Association. MSAA is hosting Galentine’s Day on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, to celebrate friendships. The event will feature participation from over 15 local businesses, including Rock Paper Scissors and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, with offerings like discounts, gifts, and special activities from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Participants can collect a passport at any participating location to gather stickers for a chance to win an ultimate gift basket.

January 23, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Michael Bright, Assistant Calendar Editor at the Ann Arbor Observer, who details various weekend events in the area. A Beatles tribute show at the Encore Musical Theater Company in Dexter with performances from Thursday to Sunday, priced at $51 with child discounts; the Ann Arbor Folk Festival at Hill Auditorium featuring artists like Waxahachie and Josh Ritter; and Afro Domenico’s world music performance at the Arc on Friday. Saturday’s events include Toad the Wet Sprocket headlining a folk and Americana music lineup, and the Ann Arbor Symphony’s winter concert at the Michigan Theater featuring Mozart’s flute concerto.

January 23, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Jason Ennis, Owner, Center Design and Build as well as Kami Michels, Architectural Designer + Interior Designer. They advocate for a design-build approach to renovations, which integrates design and construction to prevent budget discrepancies and miscommunications common in traditional processes. Kami’s experience highlights the pitfalls of separating these roles, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and clear communication with clients to align goals and expectations.