OHSP reminds drivers, passengers to buckle up every trip, every time To remind everyone about the importance of buckling up, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) has announced a “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement … [Read more...] about “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement begins May 15
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week we are highlighting two nonfiction books. One can ask “why read nonfiction?’ There are several reasons. First, books about the past can enlighten us about where we are now. Second, we can be inspired by other people’s lives. … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Deadline Looming for Cass County Swine Exhibitors
All youth swine exhibitors must complete their yearly YQCA certification in order to exhibit at the 2023 Cass County (MI) Fair. “In order to help youth achieve this requirement, we have been holding in-person classes every month since … [Read more...] about Deadline Looming for Cass County Swine Exhibitors
DNR: Take action now to prevent problems with wildlife
It can be enjoyable to watch wildlife near our homes. However, when wild animals get too comfortable living near humans, it can cause problems. Conflicts with geese, deer, turkey, coyote and bears are most common in the spring and summer. … [Read more...] about DNR: Take action now to prevent problems with wildlife
Enjoying trout season? Don’t forget invasive species prevention!
The flies are tied and rods and waders are in action as the 2023 statewide trout season got underway April 29. Before heading out to that favorite fishing spot this season, the departments of Natural Resources and Environment, … [Read more...] about Enjoying trout season? Don’t forget invasive species prevention!
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Checking the Price You Pay for Corporate Food Oftentimes, when you suspect you’re being gouged by corporate price fixers – you are. Take the rat-a-tat-tat of today’s price jumps at … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
DTMB begins search for the 2023 Michigan Christmas tree
LANSING, Mich. -- The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) has kicked off the search for the tree to grace the Capitol grounds for the 2023 holiday season. DTMB is tasked with the search and harvest of the state … [Read more...] about DTMB begins search for the 2023 Michigan Christmas tree
St. Joe Farmers Market Set To Open May 27
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Market-goers will enjoy fresh finds at the weekly St. Joe Farmers Market held in scenic Lake Bluff Park in downtown St. Joseph. The 2023 St. Joe Farmers Market season kicks off Saturday, May 27 from 9:00a–2:00p and … [Read more...] about St. Joe Farmers Market Set To Open May 27
Social Security: Eligibility for spouse’s benefits
by Hillary HatchSocial Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security helps you secure today and tomorrow with financial benefits, information, and tools that support you throughout life’s journey. If you don’t have enough … [Read more...] about Social Security: Eligibility for spouse’s benefits
Home Arts Club to Meet
On Wednesday, May 24, the Home Arts Club will meet at the Marcellus United Methodist Church. The meeting will begin at six o’clock. Program for that Wednesday is Healing Words. … [Read more...] about Home Arts Club to Meet
Layman’s Corner
Q: April writes: “Since the New Testament teaches that we are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, do we still need to keep the Ten Commandments? A: Thank you April for your question. There was never a time in Earth’s … [Read more...] about Layman’s Corner
Linda Joy Owen
April 18, 1950 - May 8, 2023 Linda Joy Owen, age 73 of Marcellus died Monday, May 8, 2023, at Rose Arbor Hospice in Kalamazoo. She was born in Three Rivers, Michigan on April 18, 1950, the daughter of Jack R. and Ilah Mae (Westphal) … [Read more...] about Linda Joy Owen