
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...

Dowding Industries at 60: building people, not just parts
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer (Photo by Deb Malewski: Christine Dowding-Metts and Jeff Metts, along with one of their robots, celebrating 60 years of Dowding Industries on June 19.) Dowding Industries may be known locally as just a factory in Eaton Rapids, but its...

Eaton Rapids Summer Camp is taking off!
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer (Photo by Deb Malewski: Raven Rawson, Director of Eaton Rapids new summer camp.) Get ready for a summer filled with adventure, creativity, and nonstop fun! The City of Eaton Rapids is launching its first-ever summer day camp, running...

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...

New monument of Eaton County Vietnam Veterans lost in the war
Kelsey Klont Editor (Photo provided) A memorial monument paying tribute to and recognizing the Vietnam veterans of Eaton County, who had served their country well in giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom will be placed on the Courthouse Square lawn in...

Discovering our community, through a retiree’s eyes
Stacy Holbrook Contributing Writer (Photo provided) I found myself enjoying a visit with Rita Honeysett and John Nicholas at The Jean Bradford Senior Center located at 201 Grand St, Eaton Rapids, where walk-ins and wheelchairs are welcome. I discovered a happy,...

The Farmer’s Loop Sled Dog Race returns as World Cup Qualifier
Kelsey Klont Editor (Photo provided - Pictured L-R is H & H Racing Team: Matt Norton, Jess Norton, Samantha Wawiernia, Sawyer Wawiernia, Trevor Wawiernia) The next best thing in Vermontville other than the Maple Syrup Festival? The Farmer’s Loop Sled Dog...

The Cool Store reopens with a treasure trove of unique finds
Dan LaLone Contributing Writer (Photo By Dan LaLone - Wayne Hayward is proud to show off his stock of collectibles and memorabilia.) After a brief hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, Eaton Rapids’ beloved “Cool Store” is back in business and better than ever....

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...

New apartment development breathes new life into historic Nashville building
Dan LaLone Contributing Writer (Photos provided) A historic piece of Nashville’s past has found new life as a modern apartment complex. The Village Flats, located at 324 N. Queen St., offers 20 renovated units in a building that was originally constructed in...