Charlotte
A bookstore like no other finds its home in Charlotte, Dead Time Stories
Rodney Burger Contributing Writer (Photo by Rodney Burger) The halls of Charlotte’s Old Eaton County Courthouse now echo with more than the whispers of history; they hold a new chapter to be written. On June 14, Dead Time Stories, a family-owned bookstore devoted to...
Charlotte Pottery: A Legacy of Art and Creativity Begins
Rodney Burger Contributing Writer (Photo by Rodney Burger) In the heart of Charlotte’s social district, a new era of artistic expression has dawned. Thanks to the vision of Mikaela and the unwavering support of her father Brian, brother Dylan and mother Renee, the...
Kids Market Day at Valhalla Value
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo provided - Owners, Brandy and Steve Haeck) Come one, come all! Does your child have an entrepreneurial Spirit? Have they had their own lemonade stand or the idea to sell their homemade crafts or advertise local services...
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...