The Lucy Ann Lance Show

November 6, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Grant Welch, Assistant Instructor, Students Kale Gadd, Victoria Dang, Andre Bailey, Eilidh Hutchings. Now in its 56th year, this program is constructing its 55th house at 5172 Pratt Road. You can help support the program by attending "Flippin' Out for Student Builders" 14th annual Pancake Supper Fundraiser at Pioneer High School, Tuesday, December 2....

November 6, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Nick Nerbonne for this week's Pure Michigan Moment! Nick highlights numerous November events in Michigan, including Frankenmuth’s holiday open house, the Edmund Fitzgerald’s 50th anniversary commemoration at the Dossin Great Lakes Museum, and the Leelanau Peninsula wine trail’s “Toast of the Season.” Other events mentioned are the Ann Arbor Turkey Trot,...

November 5, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Dr. Delsa D. Chapman, Ed. D., Deputy Superintendent, Michigan Department of Education, Division of Assessment, School Improvement, and Systems Support. The Michigan Department of Education is recognizing 13 public schools that the department nominated to be 2025 Blue Ribbon Schools, including Angell Elementary School in Ann Arbor. Hosted by Simplecast...

November 5, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Frank Rubino for this week's On The Couch! The FBI says it thwarted a Halloween terrorism plot involving 16 - 20 year-old suspects in Dearborn, Michigan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 5, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dr. Rick Notter, Vice President of Individual Business at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for this week's A Healthier Michigan! 2026 Open Enrollment Checklist includes options for different demographics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 5, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Dr. Colleen Bullard, Clinical Director, Comprehensive Dentistry; Bill Bullard, CEO for this week's Saline Area Chamber of Commerce Report! Dr. Bullard has a background in in psychology and social work before she became a dentist, giving her a perspective that most dentists and entrepreneurs don’t have. This husband-wife duo have now opened up their seco...

November 5, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Naomi Norman, Superintendent WISD. Washington County voters approved the Career Technical Education Millage with 54.78% in favor. Naomi discussed how this funding will expand career technical education programs for all students, from elementary to high school. The initiative seeks to provide equal access, cover existing program costs, and create new p...

November 4, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andrew Felder, Executive Director, Aid in Milan for this week's Community Cares. What happens when the federal food assistance you and your family may rely on, is no longer there? Millions of Americans are facing that question as the government shut down marches on and federal dollars dissipate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pc...

November 3, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Brian Eady, Owner; Mike Trosien, Owner; and Nick Kouba, GM / Golf Pro at XGolf Ann Arbor for this week's Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti Chamber of Commerce Report. This indoor golf and entertainment venue offers state of the art golf simulators no matter what stage your game is in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for inform...

November 3, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Adam de Angeli, Member, Citizens Against Regressive Taxes. Washtenaw County voters will determine whether to fund a 1-mill tax for Career Technical Education, but this group is saying no to an increase in property taxes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

November 3, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Paula Gardner, Business Editor, Bridge Michigan. A comprehensive look at what's planned for a data center campus being developed in the Saline area and what it could mean for the community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 3, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined monthly by Buddy Stark, Planetarium Manager, University of Michigan Museum of Natural History as we Skywatch in the month of November! Buddy Stark from the University of Michigan Planetarium discusses celestial events for November, including Comet 3I Atlas, the Leonid meteor shower, and the Pleiades star cluster. He explains how binoculars can help view...

November 3, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications. Andy notes that the flu can be severe, especially for young children, seniors, and those with chronic conditions, and emphasizes that Blue Cross provides no-cost flu vaccines to members. Getting a flu shot reduces healthcare costs and lessens the chance of severe illness, though it takes two weeks for the v...

October 31, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Phil Santer, Chief Operating Officer, Ann Arbor SPARK. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is calling it the largest economic project in Michigan history, as Artificial Intelligence giant OpenAI - creator of ChatGPT - along with Oracle Inc. and Related Digital, will build a data center campus on 250 acres in Saline Township as part of their Stargate in...

October 31, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Wendy Welch, HSHV Director of Communications for The Weekly Wag! They talk about Quailor Moon, a domesticated quail available for adoption at the Humane Society of Huron Valley. They discuss her characteristics, habits, and care requirements, noting that keeping a quail is an unusual but rewarding experience. Wendy also mentions Camp Paws, a program f...

October 31, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Perry Seibert for this week's Talking Pictures! They discussed the new film Blue Moon, a one-night biopic about songwriter Lorenz Hart. Perry describes it as a character study, focusing on Hart’s loneliness and creativity, despite his struggles with alcoholism and the breakup of his partnership with Richard Rodgers. Perry also praised Ethan Hawke’s pe...

October 31, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Ashley Schafer, Executive Director, Main Street Area Association. They discuss the economic benefits of big concerts at Michigan Stadium. Ashley highlights the success of the recent Zach Bryan concert, which generated $5 million in merchandise sales and filled hotels, drawing visitors from across the country. They anticipate even greater impact from t...

October 30, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Michael Bright, Assistant Calendar Editor with the Ann Arbor Observer. Michael shares details on various weekend activities, including a corn maze, a stamp show, opera performances, and concerts by Matthew Ball and the Ann Arbor Concert Band. The discussion also covers a review of Rogers and Hart’s music and a performance by the River Raisin Ragtime R...

October 30, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Carrie Mickey and Jennifer Budd, Kitchen Designers with Chelsea Lumber. Learn how color drenching and wood tones are taking over kitchen design, as these talented designers share their expertise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Pete Nowakowski, Marketing & Communications Director at BRAG Ann Arbor for this week's Around The Home! This annual event, which has been held in conjunction with elections and a silent auction, honors members for their achievements in the building and remodeling industry, such as "Associate of the Year" and "Builder of the Year" Hosted by Simplecast,...

October 30, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined weekly by Nick Nerbonne, Media/Digital/Industry Relations Director for Travel Michigan, the folks behind the beloved Pure Michigan campaign! They highlight various spooky events, from haunted houses like Wired’s Night Terrors and Jackson’s Underworld to family-friendly light shows at Michigan International Speedway. Nick also mention unique experiences s...

October 29, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Brian Puffer, Director of Saline Community Education as well as Chris Galicki, Artist. The twice a year Saline Craft Show has been named among the best craft shows in the country. The Sunshine Artist Magazine ranks the November show fifth in the country. The Spring show is ranked 18th. No other show has two entries in the top 100., nor is there anothe...

October 29, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined weekly by Psychotherapist Frank Rubino for On The Couch! They discuss the “Secret Life of Secret Wishes.” Frank explains that wishes only come true if one works towards them, unlike goals. They also discuss how a rich fantasy life can spark interest and motivation, leading to a plan for achievement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://p...

102925 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Dr. Amy Milewski, Vice President of Clinical Partnerships & Associate Chief Medical Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Dr. Milewski explains how shifting hormone levels impact metabolism, cardiovascular and bone health, and mental well-being, leading to symptoms like increased belly fat and hot flashes. They suggest strategies such as physical acti...

October 29, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance is joined by Greg Kalikas, General Manager, Eastern Michigan Sports Properties. As Eastern Michigan Athletics’ exclusive multimedia rightsholder, Eastern Michigan Sports Properties in partnership with Learfield manages all aspects of the rights relationship, providing corporate partners both traditional and new media opportunities with the university. Hosted by Si...