Sixty years later, Dowding is a world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabricated and precision-machined components, and assemblies. Still family-led, the company is now guided by Skip’s ...

On June 14, Dead Time Stories, a family-owned bookstore devoted to true crime and tales of dark history, opened its doors within the courthouse, breathing fresh life into this historic space. Its ...

(Photo by Deb Malewski: Raven Rawson, Director of Eaton Rapids new summer camp.) ...

Thanks to the vision of Mikaela and the unwavering support of her father Brian, brother Dylan and mother Renee, the community now has a welcoming place to embrace the art of creation. Welcome to the ...

Mr. Michael McDonald, age 78 of, Nashville, MI passed away on January 31, 2025, at Clearstream Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Hastings, MI. Michael was born in Charlotte, MI, on October 09, 1946 ...

Ronald Norman Seavolt, born August 3, 1939 passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at the age of 85. Ron was born in Roxand Twp., Eaton County, Mulliken, the son of Ted and Margaret Seavolt. On April 29, ...

Robert “Bob” William Thomas, a man referred to by his children as “The Mayor,” died on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, after a battle with ALS. Bob, 70, of Charlotte, formerly of Gwinn, MI was born on May 17, ...

Kelsey Klont Editor (Photo provided) A memorial monument paying tribute to and recognizing the Vietnam veterans of Eaton County, who had served their country well in giving the ultimate sacrifice for ...

David Jack Woodbeck. David Jack Woodbeck, age 78, of Charlotte, was born on October 6, 1946, and passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, who will ...

John “Nelson” Appelman was the kind of man that would make anyone comfortable in a conversation. With many varied interests, there was always something to talk about and plenty of activities to keep ...

With profound sadness and love, we share the passing of John Grover Woodworth who departed this world on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Charlotte, the ...

Nancy Lee Manning, born on March 21, 1933, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of her Savior on April 13, 2025, in Potterville, Michigan. She lived a life that was a ...