The Reality of the Virtual Metaverse by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Our future was pronounced dead last week. I mean that glorious future of The Metaverse, promised to us by Silicon Valley’s tech and financial … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: April 2, 2026
Farm and Food File for the week of March 30, 2026
Spring is a brave yellow wave, a loud “’How’do!’ and a glint of gold by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com Spring often just burst onto the southern Illinois farm of my youth. One morning you’d see a green blade of something peeking … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File for the week of March 30, 2026
Earth Talk: Phantom Load
Leaving devices plugged in when not in use can tax the power grid beyond capacity. Credit: Roddy Scheer EarthTalk®From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What does “phantom load” mean with regard to energy … [Read more...] about Earth Talk: Phantom Load
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 30, 2026
Since 2021, the Marcellus Library has hosted a seed library for the community. Seed libraries can be found around the country. They provide a variety of seeds–free of charge–to support food security, self-sufficiency, and healthy … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 30, 2026
Cass District Library – April 2026 Program Schedule
MHS spring sports slow to commence due to weather delays
The Wildcats had hoped to get a start on the spring sports season before spring break, but the weather created cancellations for all but one sport – baseball. The season got underway with a single home game against … [Read more...] about MHS spring sports slow to commence due to weather delays
SMC upgrades Roadrunner Trails
Thom Janssen, right, presents Coach Zac Sartori with a $5,429.89 check for the SMC Foundation in support of the trail upgrades. In honor of springtime, even the new Southwestern Michigan College Roadrunner Trails flexible standards … [Read more...] about SMC upgrades Roadrunner Trails
SMC announces ribbon-cutting for new wrestling facility
Southwestern Michigan College is extending an invitation for the ribbon cutting of the colleg’s new 11,195-square-foot wrestling wing, a transformative addition strengthening the college’s commitment to athletics, student … [Read more...] about SMC announces ribbon-cutting for new wrestling facility
SMC and WMU sign articulation agreement
Southwestern Michigan College and Western Michigan University signed an articulation agreement, February 12, establishing a direct transfer pathway from SMC’s Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Criminal Justice to WMU’s Bachelor of … [Read more...] about SMC and WMU sign articulation agreement
Michigan Townships Association Scholarship supports students pursuing public service
Deadline to apply is May 31 Delta Charter Township, MI—Applications are now being accepted for an annual scholarship that provides financial assistance to today’s students who are aspiring to future leadership roles in their community. … [Read more...] about Michigan Townships Association Scholarship supports students pursuing public service
Kalamazoo County Expo Center – April 2026
April 2026 Schedule of EventsCALL 269.383.8778 www.kalamazooexpocenter.com AprilVFW 6252 Auxiliary BingoPlay Bingo on the following Wednesday & Thursday nights in April: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30. … [Read more...] about Kalamazoo County Expo Center – April 2026
MI Flywheelers looking for volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help complete the final stretch of the Black River Railroad at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum.The museum plans to compete the track this fall. SOUTH HAVEN, MI – The Michigan Flywheelers Museum is calling on … [Read more...] about MI Flywheelers looking for volunteers