From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: How much “old-growth” forest is left in the U.S. today and what are we doing to protect … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Marcellus Community Food Pantry says, “Thank you and Happy New Year!”
SMC Adding Rooms to Residence Halls
The Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees decided at its regular meeting on Jan. 10 to add new rooms and a total of 36 beds to the three existing residence halls on the Dowagiac campus, expanding capacity to address growing … [Read more...] about SMC Adding Rooms to Residence Halls
Heritage Southwest ISD Honors School Board Members
Heritage Southwest Intermediate School District is joining 537 local and 56 intermediate school districts across Michigan to celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month. “In another year full of challenges for public … [Read more...] about Heritage Southwest ISD Honors School Board Members
Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes, January 9, 2024
Amy Segerdahl called the meeting to order at 6:05 pm. Attendance:Present: Jessica Jarrard, Brian New, Amy Segerdahl, Michelle Drake, Chelsea Proffit, Cary Hansen and Todd SnyderAbsent: Amberly Ware, Mary Morlan, Anne Dean, Shawnie, Cathy … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes, January 9, 2024
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings, Regular Meeting, December 28, 2023
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on December 28, 2023, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Welburn, Haley and Webb. Trustee Thomas was … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings, Regular Meeting, December 28, 2023
Porter Township, Van Buren County, Regular Meeting, December 13, 2023
Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present – Meade, Oxley, Bitely and Nesbitt. Also present – Attorney Christopher Moraitis and ten guests. Moment of silence to remember Harold Schuitmaker, … [Read more...] about Porter Township, Van Buren County, Regular Meeting, December 13, 2023
Public Notices
Do You Need a New or Replacement Social Security Card?
By Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist If you need a new or replacement Social Security card, we’ve got great news! You may be able to complete, or at least start, your application on our website – and, if … [Read more...] about Do You Need a New or Replacement Social Security Card?
Chili Tour Returns to Downtown St. Joe, January 26
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Whether visitors like their chili mild, sweet or fiery hot they will find … [Read more...] about Chili Tour Returns to Downtown St. Joe, January 26
DNR Fisheries: Additional angling opportunities created by successful fall fish stocking
A Michigan DNR fish stocking trailer releases musky fall fingerlings into Van Buren County’s Round Lake. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has announced the totals from its 2023 fall fish stocking efforts. The DNR stocked six … [Read more...] about DNR Fisheries: Additional angling opportunities created by successful fall fish stocking
Southwest Michigan Launches a New, Year-Round Trails Challenge
The Southwest Michigan Trails Challenge steps off this month to entice locals and visitors to explore the region’s hundreds of miles of scenic trails. Sarett Nature Center in Benton Harbor, Michigan (shown), is one of the qualifying … [Read more...] about Southwest Michigan Launches a New, Year-Round Trails Challenge