Olivet
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...
Author invokes family, memories to celebrate her daughter, publish first children’s book
Joanne Williams Editor (Joanne Williams/TCJ: Madeline (Maddie) Snyder, now children’s book author, shares her love of reading with daughter Kennedy, 4.) Once upon a time, parents read to their children. “Reading aloud is a shared experience that builds human...
The signs do not reflect the times in Olivet – just yet
Joanne Williams Editor (photo by Joanne Williams/TCJ) What do you want to see in the new year? For the City of Olivet, the answer might be new “welcome to” signs to the city. Since July 2024, four such signs, plus one for city hall, have been in progress and off the...
Fourth grader writes the President, who responds
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo by Joanne Williams/TCJ: Nine-year-old Addie Harris has taken letter-writing to heart in her correspondence with the President.) Imagine writing a letter to the president and getting a response. Fourth-grader Addalyn Harris does not...
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...
There’s a new police chief in the city of Olivet, not new to area
Joanne Williams Editor (Photo provided) The City of Olivet has a new police chief who is anything but new to law enforcement or the area. Johnny Lopez was sworn in as chief of police at the October City Council meeting. By his side was outgoing Chief Shawn...
From field to scoop: The Mullins family is feeding the future
Rodney Burger Contributing Writer (Photo provided) In Calhoun County, where farmland meets community pride, Jordan and Lauren Mullins are quietly redefining what it means to be local producers. As first-generation farmers with a brand-new family and a mountain of...
Tim’s Pizza returns under new ownership, thriving with community support
Dan Lalone Contributing Writer (Photo by Dan Lalone) Tim’s Pizza, a local favorite in Olivet, has reopened under new ownership, much to the delight of longtime customers. Kim Haver purchased the restaurant in July 2024 after the retirement of former owner Scott in...
My Happy Place thrift shoppe
Stacy N. Holbrook Contributing Writer (Photo Provided) Let’s take a journey to My Happy Place, in Olivet, MI. Introducing Dawn Bennett Davis, a 1981 Graduate from Eaton Rapids Schools, a woman with a passion in crafting, antiquing, and refinishing furniture. After...
Welcome Olivet Nutrition
Kelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo provided) There is a new nutrition store in Olivet! Wendy Cornish, owner of Oriole Nutrition, has expanded her health drinks and products to Olivet having opened Olivet Nutrition. Olivet Nutrition brings teabombs, protein shakes...