Charlotte
Ch-ch-changes in Charlotte area businesses, locations just this year
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo by Joanne Williams/TCJ: Once Mike’s Automotive, then home to Eaton Clothing and Furniture Center, now a business hub, anchored by Valhalla Value and Liquidations, 135 S. Washington St., Charlotte.) Who cares what Punxsutawney Phil...
Was there pizza before Riedy’s?
Joanne Williams Editor (Cindy Gaedert-Gearhart/TCJ: It was 2015, seems like it was just yesterday, when Dan Riedy could be seen pouring the drinks and visiting customers at Riedy’s in downtown Charlotte. Now, Riedy’s retiring and closing up his business.) ...
MDOT spring project in Charlotte includes turning M-79 from four to three lanes to deter big trucks
Dan LaLone Contributing Writer (Joanne Williams/TCJ: In an effort to improve big truck traffic on Cochran Avenue, MDOT is proposing changing four lanes to three including a center turning lane) State transportation officials are moving forward with a 2026 trunkline...
Spring launch predicted for Courthouse elevator
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo by Joanne Williams/TCJ: Just a few more feet and the roof can be completed on the long-awaited Courthouse elevator.) As the January skies rained and pavement iced, work continued on the long-awaited elevator at the downtown Charlotte...
Recycle, reuse holiday items, including the tree, live garland
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo by Joanne Williams/FAN - Check with local recycling centers and tree farms, even zoos and animal rescues to recycle live Christmas trees.) There is nothing sadder than seeing a Christmas tree abandoned on the side of the road. It has been...
Travel agent finds Charlotte to Fiji not that far-flung
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo provided - Dawn Nowlan can provide you the recognized travel knowledge and skills to get you where you want to go.) The winter doldrums often lead to dreams of travel to far-flung places – Australia, Brazil, Figi. Yes, the far-away...
Say cheese, Eaton County! Meet cheesemaker Gary Colles
Deb Malewski Contributing Writer (Photo by Deb Malewski - Gary Colles, The Cheese Guy) In his Charlotte kitchen, Gary Colles can often be found practicing a craft most people never witness firsthand: turning fresh milk into flavorful, artisan cheese. The...
Red’s Relics: a vintage haven in Charlotte
Stacy Holbrook Contributing Writer (Photo by Stacy Holbrook) Step into Red’s Relics, and you are stepping into a time capsule curated with passion, charm, and a whole lot of personality, much like its owner, Anne Johnson. Located at 109 South Cochran Road in...
Local golf enthusiast Grant Snyder invents putter
Ben Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo provided) Local golfer, and Charlotte native, Grant Snyder is very passionate about the sport of golf, so much so that he took matters into his own hands to search for the perfect putter, inventing the Purolla Putter. “I am a big...
Eaton Meat to feature Michigan-sourced meats, local goods in Charlotte
Dan LaLone Contributing Writer (Photo provided of the Garn family.) A new family-owned butcher shop is preparing to open in downtown Charlotte, bringing with it a focus on locally sourced meats and farm products, traditional service and small-town pride. Eaton Meat,...