We’re celebrating our 42nd Run for the Buds! Mark your calendar and lace up your running shoes…it’s Blossomtime and that means we’re gearing up for the 42nd Annual “Run for the Buds.” Run for the Buds is a chip-timed 5K Run/Walk … [Read more...] about 2023 Blossomtime Festival 42nd Run for the Buds 5K Run/Walk
Krasl Art Center invites you to the Mish-Mash Market!
APRIL 11, 2023. ST. JOSEPH, MICH, – Come one, come all to the Mish-Mash Market at Krasl Art Center (KAC)! KAC invites the community to a two-day estate-level sale throughout the whole campus on May 19 & 20, complete with food trucks, … [Read more...] about Krasl Art Center invites you to the Mish-Mash Market!
Crash at Decatur Rd/Marcellus Hwy
Sheriff Richard J. Behnke reports on Friday, April 7, 2023, at approximately 1158 hours, his office responded to a two-vehicle injury crash. The crash occurred at the intersection of Marcellus Hwy and Decatur Rd., Volinia Township, Cass … [Read more...] about Crash at Decatur Rd/Marcellus Hwy
Layman’s Corner
Q: Sharon writes – What will be the manner of Christ’s second coming and can we really be sure He is coming back? A: Our Saviour is coming again. Before parting with His disciples on the earth, He Himself gave them the promise of … [Read more...] about Layman’s Corner
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, we’re highlighting two new nonfiction books available in the library! Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives by Siddharth Kara. Cobalt is an essential component to every lithium-ion rechargeable battery … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
John Marshall Johnson
March 16, 1951 ~ April 3, 2023 John Marshall Johnson, 72 of Marcellus, Michigan, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, in Grand Rapids Michigan. He was born in Niles, Michigan on March 16, 1951, the son of Marshall Eugene Johnson … [Read more...] about John Marshall Johnson
At long last! Village Water Project Breaks Ground April 18!
In a file photo from the June 17, 2021, edition of The Marcellus News, current Village President Dennis Irwin displays a gooseneck lead service line. The State has mandated removal of all such service lines in municipalities across … [Read more...] about At long last! Village Water Project Breaks Ground April 18!
Cass County Historical Society and Pokagon Band present “Living off the Land”
The Cass County Historical Society and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi present “Living off the Land,” Tuesday, May 23, 2023, 7:00pm. The program features food sampling and a slide show on Native Plants and Sustainability … [Read more...] about Cass County Historical Society and Pokagon Band present “Living off the Land”
1,000 – give or take a few – miles to go! Nofsinger closes in on coast
As the map above indicates, Marcellus’ coast-to-coast bicyclist Christine Nofsinger is oh so much closer to San Diego, California. Despite spotty cell service, Nofsinger was able to check in with The News on Sunday, April 2. She … [Read more...] about 1,000 – give or take a few – miles to go! Nofsinger closes in on coast
Congratulations to the Marcellus MYWAY Wrestlers!
Congratulations to the Marcellus MYWAY wrestlers who competed at state, March 24 and 25! You represented our club and our town with class and excellent sportsmanship. Those who placed include: Bryce Cropsey State Champion 130# Lawson … [Read more...] about Congratulations to the Marcellus MYWAY Wrestlers!
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Shhhh! Anti-WOKE Right-Wingers Want to Put You to Sleep It’s always useful in a moment of national urgency to have level-headed experts explain what’s happening. Experts like extremist right-wing … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Marcellus Memories
April 17, 1975: Citizens of Tomorrow This week’s Citizens of Tomorrow are (left to right) Troy Stephen, age 8; LaShel Elizabeth, age 5; and Jennifer Jo, age 8 months, chidlren of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kahler of rural … [Read more...] about Marcellus Memories