Sidestreets Deli serves it up fresh from scratch
Christine Terpening Contributing Writer (Photo by Christine Terpening: Some of the desserts you can find at Sidestreets Deli & Bakery) Deli is short for delicatessen, but in the bustling town of Charlotte it’s short for delicious. Sidestreets Deli, a New...
Women Working Wonders continue donations to local charities
Submitted by Women Working Wonders (Photo Provided: WWW Sponsor Linda Vandenberg presents donations to Vocal Music Director Anthony Funaro and Choral and Drama Booster President Jane Boyd in March 2023.) Women Working Wonders (WWW) of Eaton Rapids is a...
Hands-Free Driving Law takes effect June 30
Submitted by Michigan Chamber (Photo Courtesy of Metro Creative Solutions) Legislation making it illegal to hold and use a mobile electronic device while operating a motor vehicle in Michigan will take effect June 30, making Michigan the 26th state to establish...
Welcome Michigan’s Mercantile
Submitted by Katherine Bussard ( Photo Provided - Artisan items in the store include tops and purses like the ones on the mannequin made by women rescued from human trafficking (one of the only non-local makers), and many handcrafted items by local artists right here...
Charlotte girls track and field had successful, conference winning season
Ben Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo provided - 2023 Girls track and field.) It had been a long time since the Charlotte girls track and field team won a league championship. A really long time. However, thanks to the Lady Orioles impressive 2023 season, they...
ERMC Foundation Scholarship Recipient
Submitted by Eaton Rapids Medical Center Foundation (Photo Provided) Eaton Rapids High School graduate, Elly Ruddick, is the recipient of the 2023 Annual Eaton Rapids Medical Center (ERMC) Foundation Scholarship. Ruddick was awarded $1,000 toward continuing her...
China One in Eaton Rapids has a fresh new style for Chinese dining
Lisa Lee Contributing Writer (Photo by Lisa Lee) New owners have revamped the former China Buffet into a fast-food style Chinese restaurant. But don’t let the style fool you: the food is fast, but it is cooked fresh to each order with quality ingredients and with...
Charlotte’s 27 festivals cast city in new light
Submitted by Don Sovey (Photos by TCJ Staff) Since we moved here 45 years ago our family has seen many great improvements in the city and surrounding townships. It is a great place to work and raise a family. Our children attended Charlotte Public Schools...
Old Mill Furniture celebrates 55 years
Christi Whiting Editor (Photo By Cindy Gaedert-Gearhart) A favorite staple and go-to location in Eaton Rapids, Old Mill has been here for your needs for 55 years and they are still going strong. In a world where the business landscape is constantly changing, Old Mill...
Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce hosts Yankee Doodle Day
Submitted by Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce (Photo Provided) The Grand Ledge Chamber of Commerce will host the 38th Annual Yankee Doodle Day Saturday, June 17, 2023. This family-friendly community event will be at Jaycee Park, 525 E. River Street in downtown...