Free classes can help you on your way to a new business
The Charlotte Farmers and Artisans Market has become so successful it opened a winter market this year to accommodate those looking to continue to reach customers. One of the reasons for its success is the number of vendors who have taken advantage of the Cottage Law...
Hooping For A Cure — a great Charlotte community tradition
By Brent Crossman In 1982 my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was 12 years old and did not really have any idea what my mother was going through. Her only option back then was a mastectomy and chemotherapy. After her surgery and treatments, my mother...
PNC volunteers earn $6K for AL!VE through PNC Grants for Great Hours
AL!VE, the destination health park in Charlotte has been awarded $6,000 from the PNC Foundation in recognition of the volunteer efforts of PNC employees Jacky Halliwill, Jonathan Novestke, Matthew Bogusz, Lynsey Adams, Sarah Kopulos, and Layla Graham, who earned the...
Eaton County Corrections officer resigns amid charges of embezzlement
Former Eaton County Corrections officer, Allan Coker was arraigned Monday, Feb. 8 on charges of embezzlement of over $50 by a public official. In December 2015, Eaton County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Command reviewed and requested further investigation of some...
Royalty crowned to reign over syrup festival
Amy Jo Kinyon Flashes Editor It was an evening of both goodbyes and welcomes as the 2015 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen and her court stepped aside to introduce new royalty. Maple Valley Junior Athena Crane was crowned as the 2016 queen and is enthusiastic to...
‘Celebrities’ take the stage Feb. 18 for inaugural Dancing with the Charlotte Stars
Though there is no guarantee as to the quality of dancing that will take place, the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce does anticipate a wildly entertaining evening Thursday, Feb. 18 as it presents the inaugural Dancing with the Charlotte Stars at your Charlotte Performing...
Tide changing for downtown Charlotte
Momentum built in January with the announcement of the Project Rising Tide Action Strategy as well as Charlotte’s acceptance into the Michigan Main Street program continued Monday, Feb. 8. Charlotte City Council voted unanimously to create an Obsolete Property...
New stylist fits right in with family atmosphere at Grand Central Station
Going into any new situation can be cause for trepidation. Being the newcomer to a team that has a long history working together may even be a little intimidating. Fortunately for Hillary Pereida, the newest stylist at Grand Central Station hair salon in Charlotte,...
Family, staff determined to carry on legacy at Eric Rogers, LLC
The pain of Eric Rogers’ sudden death was weighing heavy on the hearts and minds of family and staff at Eric Rogers LLC as fresh snow fell just days after his passing. In true Eric fashion, though, they pushed through, honoring contracts signed and services promised...
CHS Flight Club to host MHSAA, competes for State Championship
An old proverb states, “It takes an entire village to raise a student section.” Well, maybe not exactly, but all can agree that is definitely true in Charlotte. The student section at Charlotte High School, named the Flight Club, is one of the fastest growing clubs at...