by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com A “New” Political Party That’s the Same Old Business-As-Usual As John Mellencamp sings: “If you don’t stand for something, you’ll fall for anything.” True. And here’s and equally true twist on that … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: How is America’s outdated power grid inhibiting efforts to fight climate change?-- Jim S., Milwaukee, WI Our outdated power grid is indeed a significant hindrance to … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Marcellus Memories
submitted by Willard RobinsonMHS Class of ‘49 The recent stories in The Marcellus News on the old grain tower triggered a memory from my growing up in Marcellus in the 1930’s. During those years, Main Street was a busy place on Saturday … [Read more...] about Marcellus Memories
Midwest Fest to Benefit Small Businesses
DECATUR, MI----- On Saturday, July 29, from 4:00-11:00 p.m., Final Gravity Brewing Company will be hosting Midwest Fest in the 100 Block of downtown Decatur. Midwest Fest is a festival that includes an amazing lineup of performers … [Read more...] about Midwest Fest to Benefit Small Businesses
Preparing for Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale August 11 – 13, 2023, along US-12
Bargain Hunters and Treasure Seekers: If you love shopping and searching for hidden treasures, this journey is for you! The US-12 Heritage Trail Garage Sale is called, “Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale!” Every year … [Read more...] about Preparing for Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale August 11 – 13, 2023, along US-12
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week we are building on last week’s theme about books with main characters who are dealing with what happened in the past. Author Melanie Harlow said: “We have history. That has weight. It has meaning. And you of all people know … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Cass District Library August 2023 Programming
August Programming T’AI CHI WITH ALYSE KNEPPLE MASON/UNION BRANCH - MONDAYS: 11:00AMT’AI CHI WITH BARBARA GOLDFARB HOWARD BRANCH - THURSDAYS: 5:30PMT’ai Chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Alyse will … [Read more...] about Cass District Library August 2023 Programming
Afternoon with the Arts: Reception Features Artist Patrick Thomas and the Paw Paw Community Chorus
The Paw Paw Community Chorus invites the public to a special art reception and concert featuring artist Patrick Thomas and the Chorus, on Sunday, September 10, 2:00 – 4:00pm, at Portage District Library. The afternoon begins with a short … [Read more...] about Afternoon with the Arts: Reception Features Artist Patrick Thomas and the Paw Paw Community Chorus
USDA Accepts Nearly 2.7 Million Acres in Grassland CRP Signup
WASHINGTON, July 19, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting offers for nearly 2.7 million acres from agricultural producers and private landowners through this year’s Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) … [Read more...] about USDA Accepts Nearly 2.7 Million Acres in Grassland CRP Signup
Beef Industry Commission Restores State Checkoff
Move will boost MBIC budget; officials note funding needed to ‘battle for beef.’ The Michigan Beef Industry Commission voted recently to restore a state checkoff program on the sale of cattle in Michigan. The move is expected to … [Read more...] about Beef Industry Commission Restores State Checkoff
Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy Public Comment Period & Public Hearing
Newberg Township July 2023 General Meeting
The Newberg Township July 2023 General Meeting was called to order at 7pm at the Newberg Township Fire Department. The minutes from the June 12, 2023, meeting were approved as written. Reports:Ordinance: Nothing to report for the month. … [Read more...] about Newberg Township July 2023 General Meeting