Russo running unopposed for District 2 seat
Anthony Russo Age: 50 Occupation: Health Care/Business Analyst Family: Daughter, Isabella, second grader at Washington Elementary Why are you running for this position? To bring fiscal responsibility and common sense back to city council and to make a difference in...
Mitchell running unopposed for District 1 seat
Bill Mitchell Age: 63 Occupation: Retired: Mechanical Designer, Part time: Instructional Electrical Lab Technician at Lansing Community College Family: Wife of 40 years, Carol Mitchell; son, Justin Mitchell; daughter, Carli Silvas; grandchildren, Hayden, Leah, and...
Bahmer, Dyer square off for At-Large seat
Information on each of the candidates running for Charlotte City Council At-Large is listed below in alphabetical order — Chris Bahmer and Branden Dyer. Chris Bahmer Age: Occupation: Mechanic at Tim’s Auto Repair Family: Why are you running for this position? A draw...
Johnston, Wyszynski square off for District 2 seat
Information on each of the candidates running for Charlotte City Council District 2 is listed below in alphabetical order — Brand Johnston and James Wyszynski. Brad Johnston Age: 39 Occupation: Family: Wife and three children Why are you running for this...
4 candidates vying for mayoral seat
Information on each of the candidates running for Mayor of the City of Charlotte are listed below in alphabetical order — Joe Daly, Tim Lewis, Yvonne Ridge and Zachary Story. Joseph Daly Age: 22 Years Old Occupation: Insurance Agent at Russell &...

New Olivet craft/gift store inspired by the seasons
An artist at heart, Jamie Kita has always been inspired by the changing seasons. She didn’t realize just how much she enjoyed the change between seasons until she spent time living in Texas, where seasons seemed to exist only in theory. Back in Michigan, the changing...
Dimondale Business Association needs help solving mysterious ‘Murder at the Masquerade’
The Dimondale Business Association (DBA) has narrowed its list of suspects, but needs your help in putting the clues together that will identify who committed the “Murder at the Masquerade.” This unique and fun fund-raiser, planned for Saturday, Nov. 7, is a new...
Screaming Banshee makes debut in Potterville October 25
Whether running from one or running like one, the screaming banshee is serving as inspiration for runners to come together at Lake Alliance in Potterville on Sunday, Oct. 25. The Screaming Banshee 5K/10K/Half/Kids Miler is the newest creation of the Pville Pacers...

SIREN ‘thankful’ for The Big Salad’s newest creation
As Jason Vanderstelt started putting some of his favorite salad ingredients together, an obvious theme began to reveal itself. With the help of one of his competitors and the creative juices that flow from collaborating, the “Lettuce Give Thanks” salad was born....
Chamber of Commerce director featured speaker at next Coffee with the Community
Part of the mission of the Can Do! Youth Pillar is exposing local youth to the opportunities for growth and professional fulfillment in their hometown. Grace Boehmer, Executive Director of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, has proven that you don’t have to leave your...