Speaking of laboring. . . the above photo from the Nat Mooy Collection was loaned recently to the Marcellus Area Historical Society. If you were around 50 years ago - the photo was taken in 1974 - you may remember Pug Schmidt who worked for … [Read more...] about Take a break: Labor Day 2024 is Monday, September 2
Sunshine, Summertime and Smiles
Young entrepreneur Mallory Niskala of Marcellus welcomes customers to Mallory’s Sunshine Summertime lemonade stand at Big Fish Lake. In the dog days of summer it can be difficult to get kids motivated. Mallory Niskala of Marcellus found … [Read more...] about Sunshine, Summertime and Smiles
Update on MHS Varsity Football Schedule and 2024 Roster
Please be aware that the schedule for the MHS Varsity Football team has been amended. The first Varsity home football game scheduled for Friday, September 6, was forfeited by Bloomingdale, so there is no game that night The away game … [Read more...] about Update on MHS Varsity Football Schedule and 2024 Roster
Michigan Works! Announces Employer Lineup at Upcoming Job Fair
BENTON HARBOR, Mich.- If you’re looking for a job, you’ll want to join Michigan Works! at their next hiring event where an estimated 25 employers will be meeting with candidates to fill their open positions. The next hiring event … [Read more...] about Michigan Works! Announces Employer Lineup at Upcoming Job Fair
Residents of Cass and Van Buren county ties invited to flood plan open house
CASS COUNTY, Mich. — Local, state and federal officials are working to reduce the effects of severe weather and natural disasters. On Tuesday, Sept. 10, FEMA will hold an in-person Open House in Cassopolis. At this event, FEMA will answer … [Read more...] about Residents of Cass and Van Buren county ties invited to flood plan open house
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine A recent report found that 20% of 59 different produce categories posed significant health risks to consumers despite current pesticide limits. Dear EarthTalk: What’s the most … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: The Right-wing Attack on Social Security is Un-American
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Right-wing ideologues are mounting a three-pronged fraud trying to delegitimize Social Security, slash its benefits, then – zzzzzt – kill it. First, they tried to demonize our public … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: The Right-wing Attack on Social Security is Un-American
Farm and Food File: Alternative diesel fuels the law of unintended consequences
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com In our increasingly urgent quest to clean up our climate-altering, carbon-fueled culture, biodiesel and renewable diesel have become two new darlings of alternative fuel advocates. … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: Alternative diesel fuels the law of unintended consequences
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, the library is highlighting two works of adult fiction. The first is the book that has been chosen for our next Community Read on September 19, 2024, at 6 PM. The library has one copy of this book—we have ordered additional … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Contemplation Corner: “Going the Extra Mile”
Dr. Steven F. Pace To go the extra mile means to do more than we are required. This expression is often associated with customer service and going above and beyond what is needed. This can also be done on an individual level by listening … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Going the Extra Mile”
SMC Ready for Fall
Southwestern Michigan College put in the work this summer to be poised for a three-peat this fall, President Dr. Joseph Odenwald reported to the Board of Trustees at their regular meeting on August 21. Enrollment shows a 2-percent … [Read more...] about SMC Ready for Fall
Michigan Irish Music Festival 2024 25th Anniversary
Muskegon, MI – The Michigan Irish Music Festival, presented by Family Financial Credit Union, is excited for a stellar 25th Anniversary celebration. Join the festivities September 12-15th at Heritage Landing in downtown Muskegon, … [Read more...] about Michigan Irish Music Festival 2024 25th Anniversary