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Eaton County · Eaton CountyKelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo provided) Backing the Blue Michigan is a local organization that gives back to police departments across the state. In 2017 Backing the Blue Michigan, a nonprofit organization, was started by Jennifer Keller, a local resident who wanted to help local police departments and fallen officers’ families with fundraiser dinners and galas. After the organization started Backing the Blue Michigan was bringing supp…See the Story
Backing the Blue Michigan’s annual fundraiser
Baseball · Eaton CountyBen Murphy Contributing Writer (Photo courtesy of Metro Creative Solutions) Jey Zubal has plenty of coaching experience, having over a decade grooming athletes on the baseball field. After 11 years away from the game, Zubal is back, as he takes over the Eaton Rapids varsity program. The last time he was coach he led the Greyhounds to a district title back in 2013.
“We return eight players and the entire pitching staff from a team that went 12-14…See the Story
Eaton Rapids baseball ready for season under head coach
Eaton County · Eaton CountyTravis Silvas Contributing Writer (Photo Provided) For nearly 24 years, Bryan Myrkle has worn many hats for the City of Charlotte all while operating as the city’s Community Development Director. On Monday, March 25, the Charlotte City Council recognized the many ways Myrkle has dedicated the majority of his professional career to his community through a special proclamation. “With profound admiration and heartfelt appreciation, we honor his out…See the Story
City honors Myrkle’s two decades of service
Eaton County · Eaton CountyKelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo provided – Pictured L to R: Matt Norton, Jessica Norton, Samantha and Sawyer Wawiernia.) Sled dog racing has been a sporting event testing the relationship between man and his best friend, the dog, ever since 1908 in Alaska. The typical setting for sled dog racing can be pictured in feet of snow as contestants race in arctic temperatures with husky dogs, but that is not the only form of the sport. Dryland …See the Story
Sled Dog Race in Vermontville
Eaton County · Eaton CountyChristi Whiting Editor (Photo courtesy of Metro Creative Solutions) Let’s start with the definition of sportsmanship: “Fair and generous behavior or treatment of others, especially in a sports contest; ‘he displayed great sportsmanship in defeat.’ When playing a sport, you have an understanding and should be committed to fair play, ethical behavior and integrity, and general goodwill toward an opponent. An athlete should be disciplined enough to…See the Story
The importance of sportsmanship
Charlotte, Michigan · CharlotteKelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo by Kelsey Klont/TCJ) John Peck Auctions is a family owned and operated auction company that for nearly half a century has conducted thousands of successful live on site and online auction sales throughout Michigan. Now they have expanded their reach and service with their new location in Charlotte. Originally started in Gladwin, John Peck Sr. started providing his auction services in 1979. John’s son, John…See the Story
John Peck Auctions opens new location in Charlotte
Charlotte, Michigan · CharlotteKelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo Provided – Deborah, Rachel, Rebekah, James, and Tim.) The legacy of the Olson family that started in Charlotte continues on. In 2000, Tim and his wife Deborah (known as Chris) and their three children; Rebekah, Rachel, and James moved to Charlotte from their prior home in St. Helens, Michigan. Tim, who was a pastor for many years, received his Ordination from Fort Wayne Seminary. When he took the lead prea…See the Story
Remembering a local family giving back
Eaton County · Eaton CountyKelsey Klont Contributing Writer (Photo Provided – The full board of directors: Emily Smith, Director; Michael Corrigan, Advisor and Director; Denise Hummel, Co-Founder and Executive Director; Sydney Hummel, Director, Secretary, and Treasurer; and Lori Brown, Director. ) The Focus On Love Foundation is celebrating their five year anniversary this month! This organization uses photography as a way for children to cope with their emotions and also…See the Story
