Rosekrans gets ‘effective’ rating
Superintendent Mark Rosekrans has received an “Effective” evaluation from the Charlotte Public Schools Board of Education. Board members voted unanimously Monday, March 11 to approve the evaluation, which was conducted in closed session during a special board of...
Evelyn Bay Coffee enters new chapter of family business
Erica Limas had been groomed for this moment for nearly 20 years. Working alongside one’s mom for that long presents its share of challenges. However, she learned a great deal from Fay Binkowski and they both knew the time had come. Limas became the official owner of...
Lipsey named Charlotte Chamber of Commerce interim director
Amanda Lipsey can see the potential in Charlotte. As a small business owner, she knows the challenges that face the business community, but chooses to recognize them as opportunities. Now she has the chance to share that positive outlook with her fellow business...
Kiwanis Club leads charge in bringing Miracle League to Charlotte
Compelled by a presentation made at last year’s Kiwanis International Conference, members of the Charlotte Kiwanis Club are pushing forward with plans to bring a Miracle League ballpark and playground to Charlotte. However, the task is no small undertaking. “It’s...
Crafty creation to benefit Maple Valley’s sophomore class
Amy Jo Kinyon Flashes Editor The dress, shoes, tuxedo, transportation, dinner, and pictures: when it comes to prom the list of things that need to be purchased seems endless. On top of the accessories, the venue must be booked and decorations hung. The sophomore class...
Flight Club takes Oriole Pride to new heights
Bryce Johnson found himself lost in the middle of the Dome Friday, Feb. 19. He was expecting to hear that the Flight Club had won the MHSAA Battle of the Fans. Instead, he learned the Orioles had fallen just short of Traverse City West High School. “I was waving...
Entertaining weekend planned for Michigan Nordic Fire Festival
This weekend’s inaugural Michigan Nordic Fire Festival will feature fun and entertainment throughout the event. Friday evening’s free community bonfire at the Sledding Hill area across from Lincoln Park will feature stage performances from Shahira Dance & Fitness,...
Charlotte Public Schools seeks recreation millage renewal
Voters in the Charlotte Public Schools district will decide Tuesday, March 8 whether or not to renew the .5 mill Recreation and Playground millage established in 2011. The proposal that will appear on the March 8 ballot asks voters to approve a renewal for six years....
Nordic Fire Festival ready to heat up Charlotte for a weekend
The Viking longships can almost be seen making their way down the Battle Creek River. The Charlotte community better prepare for the invasion … and for the fun. These Vikings mean no ill will. They come not to pillage or plunder, but rather to share their heritage...
Community Dinners continue to serve despite dwindling sponsors
Joyce Favero could hardly contain the emotions that poured from her small frame. The Community Dinners program desperately needed the support it received Wednesday, Feb. 17. The House of Ruth, a local home for men with disabilities, donated $1,000 to the Community...