June 17, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Melissa Sheldon, Director of Research, Ann Arbor SPARK / FAME Administrator as well as Drew Denton, FAME Graduate. The Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education, known as FAME, is a national model blending classroom learning with paid, hands-on training. Michigan’s Mitten Chapter is the first and only chapter in the state. Ann Arbor SPARK serves as the regional convener and coordinator.

June 16, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Nick Nerbonne, Media/Digital/Industry Relations Director with Travel Michigan for National Fudge Day! He highlighted the collaboration between Pure Michigan and Ryba’s Fudge Shops on Mackinac Island, featuring the new Great Lakes Turtle Twist fudge. Nick also discussed the tradition of fudge-making on the island, travel trends in Michigan, and the state’s unique attractions.

June 16, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Skott Schoonover, Owner/Founder/Member of Water Tower Distilling CO. for this week's Ann Arbor/ Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce Report. They discuss the new craft distillery in Ypsilanti. Schoonover shares the journey from corporate burnout to opening the distillery with his wife, Charlene Mountie, highlighting the unique distillation process and locally-inspired spirits. He also emphasizes the importance of community, the history behind the distillery’s name, and the experience offered at their tasting room.

June 16, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Nicole Bernacik, Financial Education Specialist, University of Michigan Credit Union for this week's Money Monday! They discuss common travel scams. Nicole highlighted five specific scams: fake free vacations, fraudulent international travel documents, fake currency exchanges, bogus Wi-Fi networks, and vacation rental scams.

June 16, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Marie Boze, President of the Ann Arbor Jaycees. Marie discusses the organization’s mission to empower young professionals to be community stewards through events and volunteer opportunities. The Jaycees biggest fundraiser, the Summer Carnival, is coming up, and Bowes clarifies that proceeds go directly back into the community.

June 16, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for today's A Healthier Michigan! Pharmacy claims expenses at Blue Cross rose 15% last year, five times the rate of inflation. Drug companies set prices without regulation, and patent laws allow monopolies, leading to higher health insurance costs for consumers.

June 13, 2025 ~ Dean Erskine is joined by Wendy Welch from the Humane Society of Huron Valley for Pet of The Week! The focus this week is Tallulah, a 14-year-old black and white cat in need of a home where everyone is over the age of five. Wendy highlights a free webinar on “Coexisting with Coyotes” and the “Rescue Reading” program for kids to practice literacy with animals.

June 13, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Perry Seibert with the Michigan Movie Critics Guild for this week's Talking Pictures! Perry focuses on Wes Anderson’s new film, The Phoenician Scheme, discussing Anderson’s distinctive style, recurring themes, and the film’s strengths and weaknesses.

June 13, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Ashley Schafer, Executive Director, Main Street Area Association as we head downtown! Ashley discusses the A2 Summer Streets program, which includes live music, extended outdoor dining, and activities like Bar 3 on Main. The program runs Thursdays through Sundays all summer long. Schaefer also highlights Father’s Day weekend shopping options and parking information.

June 12, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Michael Bright, Assistant Calendar Editor with the Ann Arbor Observer. Michael provides some wonderful activities happening in mid-June. Events include Shakespeare in the Arb, Top of the Park, and a Randy Rainbow comedy show. Also mentioned are the Jackson Road Cruise and the Ann Arbor Garden Walk.