Charlotte
Church votes to become ‘Open and Affirming’
On Oct. 27, the First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ (UCC), in Charlotte unanimously voted to become an “Open and Affirming (ONA) congregation.” According to the church’s ONA committee — that has been working on the initiative for over two years — the...
Hospital renovation project reaches final phase
Amy Jo Parish Contributing Writer Driving by the corner of Harris Street and Lansing Road in Charlotte gives spectators a whole new view. Demolition began a few weeks ago on a large portion of Sparrow Eaton Hospital and gave a view into the rooms from the street....
Courtship complete: HGB officially becomes Sparrow Eaton Hospital
The sun set on Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital Monday, Sept. 30, giving life to the sunrise of Sparrow Eaton Hospital as Tuesday, Oct. 1 marked the end of a three-year transition to become a member of the Sparrow Health System. “HGB celebrates falling gracefully...
Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home donation boosts upcoming Fire Department Open House
The number of ways volunteer firefighters give back to their community in Charlotte is endless. It’s not only time that they so generously give performing often times dangerous duties, it’s sometimes money out of their own pockets to make some of the Charlotte Fire...
Ongoing Urban/Rural Conversation culminates in Sept. 21 event in Charlotte
This summer has been one of discovery for artists throughout Mid-Michigan. Thanks to the efforts of Michigan Art Share, through a grant from Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs, and Michigan State University Extension, Urban/Rural Conversations on arts...
Getting to know … Mike Ranville
Douglas M. Hoy Contributing Writer Each of us in our lifetime come in contact with a vast cadre of people, swaying us, influencing our ways, enriching the fabric of our existence. Many have come, gone and possibly been forgotten. A smaller portion may have made a...
Team One Chevrolet Grand Parade to draw thousands to downtown Charlotte
If you want a good seat for the Frontier Days Team One Chevrolet Grand Parade on Saturday, Sept. 7, come early. The parade will begin at 10:30 a.m., but many people will reserve their place by setting up chairs and blankets along the parade route hours in advance. The...
Cooper Rush and Gavin Miller inspire each other
Adam Droscha Contributing Writer It would be safe to assume that several thousand miles and an age difference of nearly 20 years would prevent two people from becoming good friends, let alone making regular trips across the distance to visit one another. Those...
Timepiece Park a showpiece for Charlotte’s revitalization
When Timepiece Park officially opens in a couple weeks, it will mark a significant point in downtown Charlotte’s revitalization efforts. For all its lightning rod qualities, its ability to spark passionate conversations about city funds, street conditions, and...
Howe named 2019 Frontier Days Grand Marshal; Blocker is Junior Grand Marshal
Out of the many nominations submitted by community members this year, the Charlotte Frontier Days Board has selected Charlotte’s own David Howe to serve as the 2019 Frontier Days Grand Marshal. David has been a businessman in Charlotte for more than 40 years. You may...