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CHS student finds his own path through Early Middle College
Dakota Carter found himself falling behind his classmates at Charlotte High School. A freshman at the time, academics weren’t a priority for him anyway. Dakota had grown up working on cars in his grandfather’s garage, and he knew that’s what he wanted to do after high...
Charlotte High School recognized as a leader by state officials
One monumental task our public schools are charged with is preparing students to be productive citizens in an ever-changing world. As the job market changes and employer needs follow suit, the way in which students prepare for life after college has to change along...
CHS student athletes finding success in many sports
Success breeds success — in other words it can be contagious. Student athletes at Charlotte High School have found a lot of success at the end of the winter sports season and have shared the wealth. Sports like basketball and football typically draw headlines and...
Students recognized for Optimist Youth Appreciation Week
Tuesday, March 6 students, parents, educators, and community leaders gathered at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center to recognize students for the Charlotte Optimist Club’s Youth Appreciation Week. The evening involved a brief ceremony with guest speakers, an award...
Charlotte competitive cheer team heads to state finals
The Orioles sat squarely in fourth place when they took the mat for the last time Saturday, Feb. 24. The team, which had captured its seventh consecutive league title earlier this season, was in jeopardy of falling short of its goals. But like they have done all...
Lansing Concert Band returns to Charlotte Performing Arts Center stage March 11
Sunday, March 11, at 3 p.m., the Lansing Concert Band will take the stage of the Charlotte Performing Arts Center, featuring several musicians with roots in the Charlotte community. The featured marimba soloist is Charlotte’s own Cody Edgerton, performing “Suite for...
4th Annual Eaton County Home & Business Expo is coming April 14, 15
Are you looking for a way to promote your business? Vendor spaces are still available at this year’s Eaton County Home & Business Expo. The Eaton County Home & Business Expo is a joint effort between the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce and the Locals in Business...
Generosity Celebration a catalyst for community collaboration
There will always be a need for the generosity of others. There are many worthy organizations within our communities that rely on the generosity of others, every day, just to keep their doors open. The fundraising for so many organizations can seem endless. That’s...
Charlotte Board of Education weighs placing $29.6 million bond on November ballot
A Charlotte Public Schools Bond Steering Committee — made up of community members, CPS parents, staff, and administrators — presented the school board its final recommendation to move forward with placing a $29.6 million bond proposal on the November ballot. A full...
Getting to know Angel Colizzi-McCrumb, new owner of Turtle Tom’s
Some of the most moving small town stories are the ones that involve family legacy, small business, and sweet treats. What better story could there be, then, but of a third generation local family owning a beloved downtown ice cream shop? Angel and Rich McCrumb...