Charlotte’s Burt recognized for service with Quilt of Valor
The audience gathered at Charlotte VFW Post 2406 Saturday afternoon could understand the emotion David Burt was trying to keep under wraps. He took a minute to apologize before his gratitude took over and tears began to stream down his face. “If you’ll bear with me,...
5th annual Golf, Grilling and Guys’ Health event features family-friendly activities
Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital annually celebrates National Men’s Health Month with its Golf, Grilling and Guys’ Health event Father’s Day weekend at AL!VE. The free health fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, June 18, features family-oriented activities...
CHS, Charlotte Early Middle College provide chance to earn up to 63 free college credits
This week, Charlotte High School students will start scheduling classes for the 2016-2017 school year. As they begin the process, they will find that the opportunities that they have available to them are greater than at any other time in the school’s history, and...
Betty’s Beacons looking to collect 3 Quarts of Quarters for a Cure
Chuck Brandon doesn’t have the exact amount calculated just yet. That would take a tremendous amount of loose change. So he’s counting on the support of fellow Relay for Life participants to help him find out just how much money can be raised by filling a three-quart...
Curiosity, generous spirit lead to life-saving decision
Amy Jo Kinyon The County Journal A simple bandage on the arm of Monty Lee Gemalsky led to the saving of his life. A resident of Eaton Rapids, Gemalsky works for the Board of Water and Light and was at a job site when Matthew Prather of Potterville noticed the...
School board contemplates balanced calendar recommendation
Will Charlotte Public Schools make the move to a balanced calendar by the 2017-18 school year? It’s a question CPS Board of Education President Mike Bruce said he is not ready to answer. On Monday, April 18, Charlotte Public Schools Superintendent Mark Rosekrans made...
New clerk brings optimism and ideas to City of Olivet
Amy Jo Kinyon The County Journal The community feel of Olivet and its small-town atmosphere enticed Erin Bierly to apply to fill the clerk vacancy at the city. Bierly fills the position of Becky Palmer, who retired in March after 31 years of service. “I am so excited...
Band Bounce: Continuing the tradition of musical excellence
Amy Jo Kinyon The County Journal For eight decades, the Charlotte Public Schools band program has entertained the community at its annual Band Bounce. This year is sure to be no different. A host of variety acts are deep in rehearsals, getting ready for next weekend’s...
CPS Officers honored publicly for service to community
Knowing all too well the sacrifices the officers in her department are willing to make on a daily basis, Charlotte Police Chief Lisa Sherman presented several members of her department with commendations for service during the Monday, April 11 Charlotte City Council...
Planning Commission seeking input on food trucks
The City of Charlotte Planning Commission is seeking input from residents, local business owners, food truck operators and other mobile vendors as it considers whether to permit these kinds of mobile businesses in the city. Community Development Director Bryan Myrkle...