October 23, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Emily Bush, LMT, Open Your Heart in Saline for this week's Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Report. The SACC report highlights the significance of massage therapy, featuring Emily Bush, a licensed therapist at Open Your Heart Massage in Saline. Emily highlights the calming benefits of massage for children with autism and accommodates diverse client needs, including those with ostomies or pain issues, by offering alternatives like side-lying positions and passive stretches. Her expertise includes Swedish massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, Thai bodywork, prenatal and pediatric massage, and spontaneous muscle release techniques.

October 23, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Sarah Clark, Mott Poll Co-Director. Protein is part of a healthy diet, but it can be hard for parents to tell if their child is consuming it in the right amounts. A new poll shows that one in five parents thinks their child does not get enough protein.

October 22, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with MDOT's Mike Davis, Project Manager and Monica Monsma, Public Involvement and Hearings Officer. The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is organizing an open house to collect public feedback on plans to enhance mobility and quality of life along M-17, known as Washtenaw Avenue, between Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti. The initiative aims to address the increased traffic due to population and business growth by focusing on alternative transportation solutions for vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.

October 22, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dan Chlebos, Asst. Professor of Justice & Public Policy / Former Police Chief. They discuss various topics related to courtroom behavior, teaching methods, and academic integrity, as shared by Dan Chlebos, a former police chief and current university instructor. Chlebos quizzes Lucy Ann on legal issues during their show segment, highlighting his teaching approach of allowing students to use notes and incorporating hints in quizzes to enhance understanding. The conversation then shifts to courtroom etiquette, emphasizing the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries and decorum. Chlebos recounts experiences where inappropriate friendliness could be seen as jury influence and underscores the significance of respecting court protocols.

October 22, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Bud Gibson, Director, EMU Center for Digital Engagement and Bilal Saeed, VP Brand & Marketing Strategy, Detroit Pistons. The upcoming Digital Marketing Workshop at Eastern Michigan University, organized by the Center for Digital Engagement, will explore the intersection of marketing culture and artificial intelligence (AI). Scheduled for November 15th, the event features industry leaders from organizations like the Detroit Pistons, Pinterest, and Google, as well as local tech startups. Bilal Saeed, VP of Marketing and Brand with the Pistons, will deliver the keynote address, discussing AI’s role in enhancing efficiency and automation in business while emphasizing the need for human insight in marketing.

October 21, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Naomi Norman, Superintendent, Washtenaw Intermediate School District. On November 5th, voters in Washtenaw County will decide on a millage renewal to fund special education services in the county’s school districts for 12 years. This renewal maintains the current tax rate of 2.3826 mills and is crucial for covering the costs of special education, which federal and state sources only partially fund. If the renewal fails, local districts would need to draw $57 million from their general funds, potentially leading to cuts in general education programs. The funding supports services for students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and ensures nearly full coverage of special education costs. Superintendent Naomi Norman of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District (WISD) highlights the importance of this renewal to maintain these essential services.

October 21, 2024 ~ 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 discuss the importance of getting flu shots as flu season begins in Southeast Michigan. The conversation highlighted the seasonal changes and the arrival of flu, which can be particularly severe for young children, seniors, and those with chronic health conditions. They emphasized that while flu shots do not completely prevent the flu, they significantly reduce the risk of severe illness and complications, by up to 70% according to the CDC.

October 18, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Perry Seibert, Michigan Movie Critics Guild for this week's Talking Pictures. They discuss the new comedy film “Saturday Night,” directed by Jason Reitman, which explores the behind-the-scenes events leading up to the debut episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The film features key figures such as Lorne Michaels and Dick Ebersole, capturing the tense moments before the show’s first airing. It emulates Aaron Sorkin’s style with dynamic dialogues and focuses on historical accuracy while taking creative liberties. The narrative highlights the contributions of lesser-known but significant figures like Rosie Shuster, portrayed by Rachel Sennett, and includes familiar characters from the original cast, portrayed with depth and recognition.

October 18, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Kristin Jonna, Owner, Vinology and Ashley Schafer, MSAA Executive Director. The restaurant provides an immersive dining experience with events like Black Wine Night, which focuses on entertainment alongside food. This event includes a five-course meal with blind wine tastings using black glasses to enhance the focus on flavor and aroma. It has expanded to three nights due to high demand, with unique dishes crafted by Chef Caleb Jones. Another themed event, the Wild Game Dinner, is scheduled for November 13th, emphasizing local Michigan ingredients. Additionally, downtown Ann Arbor hosts various community events, including a trick-or-treat parade for children and adult-themed activities like Black Wine Night. Kristen Jonah and Ashley Schaefer discuss the importance of these festivities in promoting community engagement and highlight the success of Jonah Construction’s Viridian project in Ann Arbor.

October 17, 2024 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Nick Nerbonne, Media/Digital/Industry Relations Director at Pure Michigan for this week's Pure Michigan Moment. The fall color tour season in Michigan is currently at its peak, with vibrant red and orange hues decorating trees across the state. Nick Nerbonne from Travel Michigan highlights the stunning autumn scenery, attributing it to cooler nights that enhance the leaf colors. He attended a meeting at Tree Tops Resort in Gaylord, where participants admired the impressive fall foliage. Nerbonne predicts the peak colors will last about ten days, potentially extending into late October, depending on weather conditions. The cooler temperatures in northern Michigan contribute to the vivid colors by causing chlorophyll in leaves to dissipate.