From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental and other pros and cons of ditching the gas guzzler for an electric vehicle (EV)? -- S.H., Washington, … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting: May 23, 2023
President Irwin called the regular, joint meeting of the Marcellus Village Council and the Village of Marcellus Planning Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. on May 23, 2023, in the Marcellus Village Hall Fire Station. Trustees present: Markle, … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting: May 23, 2023
Porter Township – Van Buren County, MI
Budget WorkshopMay 10, 2023 Supervisor Oxley called the Budget Workshop to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present- Meade, Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, and Packer. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and one guest. Supervisor Oxley closed the … [Read more...] about Porter Township – Van Buren County, MI
Pat Mason – Celebration of Life
Rolland J. Wessell, Jr.
April 20, 1949 – May 27, 2023Big Rapids, MI - Formerly of Three Rivers, MI Rolland James Wessell, Jr. died unexpectedly Saturday, May 27, 2023, in South Haven, MI. He was born April 20, 1949, in Three Rivers, MI son of Rolland and … [Read more...] about Rolland J. Wessell, Jr.
USDA Launches Effort to Strengthen Substantiation of Animal-Raising Claims
WASHINGTON, June 14, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that it is implementing a multi-step effort aimed at strengthening the substantiation of animal-raising claims. This action builds on the significant work … [Read more...] about USDA Launches Effort to Strengthen Substantiation of Animal-Raising Claims
SMC Adopts Balanced Budgets
Following a public hearing on Tuesday, June 13, the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees adopted balanced 2023-24 fiscal-year budgets. The $25,290,000 general fund for July 1, 2023-June 30, 2024, anticipates $9.6 million from … [Read more...] about SMC Adopts Balanced Budgets
Village of Marcellus – Public Notices
Marcellus Community Schools – Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Budget
Lakes Surf Festival returns to Muskegon August 12
Muskegon, MI—This year’s Great Lakes Surf Festival is anticipating 2,500-3,000 participants, making it not only the largest surf festival in the country but the largest in the WORLD! Drawing visitors from every age group, water … [Read more...] about Lakes Surf Festival returns to Muskegon August 12
Wanted – volunteers interested in creating a bit of history
SOUTH HAVEN - The Michigan Flywheelers Museum is looking for volunteers of all skill levels who would be interested in helping build a railroad. Starting Saturday, June 24 as well as Saturday, July 15 and 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., the … [Read more...] about Wanted – volunteers interested in creating a bit of history
Applications open for community tree planting grants
Grant proposals for community tree planting projects are being accepted by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources for the 2023 DTE Energy Foundation partnership grant program. This program supports tree planting projects … [Read more...] about Applications open for community tree planting grants