Charlotte
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...
A Book and a Cozy Corner
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo by Renee Sevenski/TCJ) Jennifer Davis at a very young age has always wanted to live in a bookstore. She spoke of it often and as they say if you put it out there it will come. Even though Jennifer was not living in a bookstore...
The story and life of Darryl Miller – part three
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photos provided) Picking up from where we last met, Darryl found the unlikely American $20 dollar bill in Rome and was able to stay there a little longer studying and learning painting and sculpture from the great European masters....
Charlotte rec softball program thriving with over 100 players
Ben Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo provided) Charlotte youth have had the opportunity to take part in recreational softball programs for the last four years. They have taken full advantage of that as they have seven teams and over 100 total participants as they...
The story and life of Darryl Miller – part two
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo provided) When last we were together, Darryl had just entered Lansing Community College and created his sculpture called “Struggle” inspired by the riots at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. It seems Darryl...
The story and life of Darryl Miller
Renee Sevenski Contributing Writer (Photo Provided) In June of 2024 I was given a task to put together a few words to announce in a press release that The Ella Sharp Museum in Jackson, MI has accepted a sculpture created by Darryl Miller, a 1968 graduate of Charlotte...
New gym in Charlotte, FitStop 24
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo by Kelsey Klont/TCJ - L-R: Eric and Kristen Clark owners of FitStop 24 Charlotte.) Working out leads to a healthier lifestyle, producing endorphins, and boosting your mood. Attending a gym that holds high values of cleanliness,...
Charlotte boys track team enjoyed successful season
Ben Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo provided) The Charlotte boys track and field team was able to enjoy another successful spring. The Orioles were undefeated in dual meets, giving them their third straight Capital Area Activities Conference championship. Things...