DOWAGIC MI ---When a call went out to pay tribute to Southwestern Michigan College Hall of Fame Coach Ron Gunn, 219 individuals contributed. Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer Brent Brewer, who becomes interim … [Read more...] about Donations bolster upgrades to SMC trails
Team RickWorld Reads of the Week
Team RickWorld has heard that the competition is heating up in the Marcellus Library’s Read through the Decades Challenge. The library is celebrating it’s 100th anniversary of service this year with a months-long challenge … [Read more...] about Team RickWorld Reads of the Week
Memories from The Marcellus News
You may be eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
by Hillary HatchSocial Security Public Affairs Specialist You may be able to get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you already receive Social Security benefits. About 2.5 million adults and children get SSI and Social … [Read more...] about You may be eligible for SSI and Social Security Benefits
Join the Bluegill Frolic Parade and show Marcellus your interpretation of any part of the 1900s!
It's time to sign-up for the Bluegill Frolic Parade.After many years, the Parade returns to Main Street, Marcellus, Saturday, August 16, 11:00am.Don't miss out - help us make it the best parade in years! Just download and fill out the … [Read more...] about Join the Bluegill Frolic Parade and show Marcellus your interpretation of any part of the 1900s!
Show your support of the 2025 Bluegill Frolic by ordering your official hoodie today!
The Bluegill Frolic, 499 S. Burney Street, MarcellusFriday, August 15, and Saturday, August 16, 2025 (click on the image below to access the form online) marcellusbluegillfrolic@gmail.com ### … [Read more...] about Show your support of the 2025 Bluegill Frolic by ordering your official hoodie today!
Discover Southwest Michigan Art, Culture — and a Chance to Win an All-Inclusive Getaway
Creative Connections Challenge Returns to Southwest Michigan BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (May 8, 2025) — Southwest Michigan’s arts and culture scene continues to spark imaginations with the return of the Creative Connections Challenge. The … [Read more...] about Discover Southwest Michigan Art, Culture — and a Chance to Win an All-Inclusive Getaway
Senators Cherry and Bumstead Discuss License Fee Increase Proposal
Lansing, MI — A new legislative package introduced by Senators John Cherry (D-Flint) and Jon Bumstead (R-North Muskegon) aims to raise hunting and fishing license fees in Michigan for the first time in nearly a decade. The bipartisan … [Read more...] about Senators Cherry and Bumstead Discuss License Fee Increase Proposal
Beckwith Theater: Come be a part of the show
Dowagiac’s Beckwith Theater is holding open auditions for Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None, May 25 and 27. And Then There Were None is the bestselling mystery of all time. The story begins … [Read more...] about Beckwith Theater: Come be a part of the show
Gov. Whitmer Releases Data on How Pregnant Women and Michiganders with Disabilities Will Be Impacted by Devastating Medicaid Cuts
New MDHHS report shows Medicaid cuts could strip Michigan hospitals of billions of dollars, terminate health care for 750,000 Michiganders LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released data on the devastating … [Read more...] about Gov. Whitmer Releases Data on How Pregnant Women and Michiganders with Disabilities Will Be Impacted by Devastating Medicaid Cuts
Gov. Whitmer Statement After Securing Massive Federal Commitment to Protect Great Lakes Economy
President takes executive action to recommit federal support for Brandon Road Interbasin Project that will protect Great Lakes, Midwest economy weeks after Governor advocated for it in White House meeting LANSING, Mich. – On May 9, … [Read more...] about Gov. Whitmer Statement After Securing Massive Federal Commitment to Protect Great Lakes Economy
Gov. Whitmer Announces $25 Million in Statewide Placemaking Grants to Support Vibrant Communities, Encourage Population Growth
Placemaking and development projects across Michigan’s 10 prosperity regions will receive support from the MEDC’s Revitalization and Placemaking program LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic … [Read more...] about Gov. Whitmer Announces $25 Million in Statewide Placemaking Grants to Support Vibrant Communities, Encourage Population Growth