Eaton Rapids
The sheep safely graze as guests use farm as an event venue and photo spot
Joanne Williams Editor (Joanne Williams/FAN: Ginny and Gary Gillean and baby lamb Cinnamon are by the cow area of the farm with the goats and lambs behind them.) Just minutes from downtown Eaton Rapids is one of the most bucolic places you might ever see or...
Tour of Horner Mill signals work to come
Stacy Holbrook Contributing Writer (Stacey Holbrook/FAN: Touring the inside of Horner Mill are [from left] Mike Baker, Eaton County Land Bank Authority committee member, Congressman Tom Barrett, and Dairus Reynnet, chair of the Land Bank.) For 188 years, Eaton...
Things have changed, and history remains for Pettit’s 140-years
Stacy Holbrook Contributing Writer (Joanne Williams/FAN: Mari Lin Pettit shows off a commemorative ornament that a customer and friend made for the 140th anniversary celebration of her family’s store, Pettit Hardware.) This year, Pettit’s Hardware is...
Brookfield Township ends fire coverage with Hamlin, millage announced
Dan LaLone Contributing Writer (Courtesy photo: The cost of running a township, village and city has made several area municipalities, including Brookfield Township, introduce a special assessment to raise more funds to support services, including fire protection...
A community steps in: Heart and Hands finds a new home
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer (Deb Malewski/FAN: The new Hearts and Hands pantry was community-supported and now rests in Hamlin Township.) Last October, Eaton Rapids Heart and Hands (ERHH) food pantry received unexpected and devastating news: it would need to find...
Community matters observed by fourth graders, addressed by ER Mayor
Joanne Williams Editor (Joanne Williams/FAN: Eaton Rapids Mayor Pamela Colestock helped fourth graders learn about government, especially the workings of the council and the responsibilities of the citizens of the city.) What do you get when you empower fourth...
Ezekiel – a gathering place and a house that faith and support built
Joanne Williams Editor (Joanne Williams/TCJ: Darla Sanders (left) and Dee Anna McCarrick arrange the free items in the women’s clothing room at the House of Ezekiel.) The House of Ezekiel has given rebirth to the faith that once stood as the South Cochran...
When you can’t find the appropriate book, write one, as this author has done
Joanne Williams Editor (Joanne Williams/FAN: Writer Diane Vogel has published her first book - a gift for her grandchild and a colorful journey through creative art and inspiring words.) Author Diane Vogel thinks “Jesus is Kinda Like a Garbage Truck.” Now, wait a...
Urban Air now a May event in Eaton Rapids
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer (Courtesy photo- Music, food, games and more fill the Eaton Rapids streets during Urban Air, now a spring event.) Urban Air, Eaton Rapids’ popular Airstream travel trailer festival, is shifting from its traditional fall schedule...
Eaton Rapids soccer looks to continue title success, dominate in non-conference matches
Ben Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo provided- This year’s Greyhound soccer team is eager to repeat last year’s records and rule in the CAAC White league.) The last three years have gone pretty well for the Eaton Rapids girls soccer team. The Lady Greyhounds won...