Charlotte
Coats for the Community Program
Stacy Holbrook Contributing Writer (Photo by Stacy Holbrook) Bella Grande Consignment, specializing in plus size women’s clothes, 14 and up, is owned by Angel Fulkerson and located at 227 S. Cochran Ave, Charlotte, MI. You can find her on Facebook, too. Angel’s motto...
Children’s book author is a Charlotte native
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo Provided - Susan Christenson at her book signing.) Local author, Susan “Cooper” Christenson, is making significant strides in the realm of children’s literature with the release of her latest book, “My Doodle Ate Oodles of...
Charlotte social district, the first in Eaton County
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo by Kelsey Klont/TCJ - Charlotte social district is now open!) In 2020, the state of Michigan passed bill MCL 436.1551, which allows of the open carry and consumption of adult beverages in a designated space in towns and...
Military Hero Christmas Tree returns
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo by Renee Sevenski/TCJ) For many years Krystal Simpson, known as Krys to many, took pride in preparing each year a tree that is located on the Courthouse Square. She would trim it out with lights that represented the Red, White...
Smart food lockers, first of their kind in Michigan
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo by Kelsey Klont/TCJ) Food insecurity is not rare in today’s world; there is some level of food insecurity everywhere you look. In Eaton County 12.8% of its population, about 14,000 people, is subject to the challenges and stigma...
Valhalla Value celebrates two years
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo provided - Brandy and Steve Haeck) Black Friday shopping! It could be a reaction of scream and run, or you could be planning your very early morning plans to go. Back in November 2021, Brandy Haeck was asked to join her good...
Douglas Tait meet and greet at Eaton Theatre
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo Provided) Adrenaline junkies, white knucklers, and scary movie lovers next weekend will be your chance to meet Hollywood film actor, director, and professional stunt man Douglas Tait at the Eaton Theatre for a meet and greet...
Vietnam Veterans Annual Picnic
Christi Whiting Editor (Photo provided) This year’s picnic is planned for August 24 at Bennett Park in Charlotte, starting at noon. All Vietnam vets and their spouses are invited and should bring a dish to pass. Whistlepig BBQ in Charlotte will be furnishing pulled...
The story and life of Darryl Miller – part four
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo provided) As we look back on Darryl Miller we can say that he started sharing his artistic abilities right here in our very own town of Charlotte Michigan when he was ten years of age. He had amazing people take an interest...
Feel like a star at Hollywood Jacks
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo by Renee Sevenski/TCJ) Hollywood Jacks is set to open soon in Charlotte, as the city’s second cannabis dispensary, since the August 2023 City Council vote. Owner Brian Miller and his fiancé, Keisha Howe, are filled with...