August 16, 1937 ~ June 10, 2024 George Richard Diethrich, of Marcellus, a man of unwavering strength and a sharp engineering mind, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Cassopolis, at the age of 86. Born on August 16, 1937, in Constantine, … [Read more...] about George Richard Diethrich
Marcellus to Host First-Ever Small Business Summit
Marcellus, MI — The Marcellus Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is proud to announce the inaugural Small Business Summit, set to take place on Thursday, June 20, in Marcellus, MI at the Marcellus VFW. This free event is open to all local … [Read more...] about Marcellus to Host First-Ever Small Business Summit
Morris testifies on the importance of funding rural communities
Zach Morris, Executive Director of Market One, testifies in Lansing, on June 4, in front of the House Committee on Economic Development and Small Business about the importance of funding coming to rural communities. PAW PAW, Mich.- On … [Read more...] about Morris testifies on the importance of funding rural communities
Market Van Buren honors local businesses and announces new brand
PAW PAW, Mich.- On June 5, Market Van Buren hosted its fourth annual Awards Event at Marion Magnolia Farms in Cassopolis, Michigan. The event brought together local business owners and municipal leaders from Cass and Van Buren counties to … [Read more...] about Market Van Buren honors local businesses and announces new brand
Happy Flag Day – June 14, 2024!
Every Color in the Flag Has a Purpose The Founding Fathers didn’t decide that red, white, and blue made the perfect color scheme because of aesthetics. Rather, these colors represent important values: Red: Stands for … [Read more...] about Happy Flag Day – June 14, 2024!
That’s a wrap! MHS 2024 spring sports season concludes with special recognition night
MHS athletes were honored during a special recognition night, Monday, June 3. Those honored participated in the spring sports of track, baseball, softball, golf and girls’ soccer. Also recognized were the Athletic Boosters, Darcie … [Read more...] about That’s a wrap! MHS 2024 spring sports season concludes with special recognition night
Thank you, Little Leaguers, from Coach Ware!
Coach Justin Ware sends a heartfelt “thank you” to his players, Kaden Asmus, Will Conley, Mason Hill, Mason White, Sawyer Northrop, Grayson Irwin, Jacob Perry, Beckett Sharp, Abram Hunter, Owen Ware, Mason DeVries, Tyler Cron, and Raylan … [Read more...] about Thank you, Little Leaguers, from Coach Ware!
Farm and Food File
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com ‘Overalls, two shoes and a belt’ The clothes we wore, like the crops we worked, marked the seasons on the dairy farm of my youth. Coveralls, for example, suggested winter while (ahem) “cover … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
There’s the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly… and Then Sam Alito by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Sam Alito is so ugly that he can’t even see his ugliness. I don’t mean looks, but the deep inner ugliness of character that keeps … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, the library is highlighting two new books—one a work of nonfiction and the other fiction. The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson. Abraham Lincoln won a tight … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes, May 21, 2024
AgendaCalled to order at: 6:10pmAttendance: Brian New, Amy Segerdahl, Jessica Jarrard, Cary Hansen, Todd Snider, and Josh HansenAbsent: Chelsea, Mary, Anne, and Amberly Treasury Report: As of 5/21/24 our current balance amount is … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes, May 21, 2024
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, Thank you for your great coverage of Marcellus Schools special events...of all grade levels and all activities! It is always exceptional. I always feel privileged to have a chance to know what’s going on in the schools. … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor