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ASPPIRE offers crucial help with social skills to those with disabilities
Isabelle Whiting Contributing Writer Social skills are extremely important for anyone wishing to lead a happy, productive life. But these skills can be a hard thing to learn if, for any reason, they don’t come naturally. For those with disabilities, learning these...
Church windows offer ‘enlightened’ sense of reverence
Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer Glass making was the first industry set up in America in Jamestown in 1607, according to the Stained Glass Association of America. From those early beginnings, stained glass grew and came to adorn churches and temples. Since its...
Charlotte native hitting on all cylinders
Isabelle Whiting Contributing Writer Charlotte native Dave Shuten is currently in California fulfilling his dreams of working at the top level in the world of custom cars and hot rods. Shuten grew up in Charlotte, where he developed an interest in cars. He said it...
Watching Stevie, and other young teens, shine
Douglas M. Hoy Contributing Columnist At first, this column was to be about a remarkable young man, and it is. But it encompasses so much more. Let me introduce you to Stevie Sevenski, or as everyone knows him, “Stevie.” He is a wonderful young man, 14 years of age,...
Leanna Lindsey earns 2019 Youth Achievement Award
Carla Bumstead Editor The 74th annual Christmas Children’s Luncheon was held Dec. 11 at the Eaton Area Senior Center. The event was hosted by Eaton County Juvenile Court and staff from the Eaton County Youth Facility. The highlight of the gathering was the...
Robots enter SEH operating room
Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer A night of celebration has the potential to positively change the lives of patients at Sparrow Eaton Hospital (SEH) in Charlotte. The annual hospital gala has historically been a time of celebration and fun. This year, however, the...
Getting to know … Donis Osborn (and the Eagles club)
Douglas M. Hoy Contributing Columnist During this splendid holiday time of year, many of us think of volunteering to help the disadvantaged, the less fortunate and those who could use just a bit of support. Possibly, that assistance is no more than an understanding...
Guetschow honored for 40 years of service
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer Charlotte City Manager Gregg Guetschow was recognized for his 40 years of service in local government at the Nov. 25 city council meeting. State Rep. Angela Witwer presented him with a framed proclamation signed by herself, Sen. Tom...
Community band to perform
Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer The Charlotte community has been filled with music for the past six years, thanks to a group of volunteer musicians who make up the Charlotte Community Band, which is set to present a concert on Dec. 14. The band, under the direction...
Evelyn Bay mural goes under the sea
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer Artist Michelle Robles Henry recently spent approximately 60 hours painting the back hall of the Evelyn Bay coffee shop in downtown Charlotte — taking it from a long yellow hall to a combination ‘undersea and coffee’ adventure. Henry...