There’s room for one more on the Marcellus Downtown Development Authority. Members of the Village and DDA enjoy a moment in front of the Tailgater building on East Main Street. The historic building is set to undergo much needed … [Read more...] about Your Face Here: DDA Seeks Team Member – Apply today!
Juneteenth 2023
On June 19, 1865, nearly two years after President Abraham Lincoln emancipated enslaved Africans in America, Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas with news of freedom. More than 250,000 African Americans embraced freedom by … [Read more...] about Juneteenth 2023
Happy Birthday from The Marcellus News
First Friday announces Big ‘Gill Dash for Cash Youth Fishing Contest
First Fridays are getting fishy this summer. The Marcellus Enrichment Initiative (MEI) is sponsoring a Youth Fishing Contest for kids ages 17 and under, Friday, July 7, 6:00 – 7:00pm, at the Farm & Artisan Market. Contestants may … [Read more...] about First Friday announces Big ‘Gill Dash for Cash Youth Fishing Contest
Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library Receives National Grant for Small and Rural Libraries
$20,000 Grant Will Help the Library Work with Residents to Improve Access & Inclusion The Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library has been selected as one of 240 libraries to participate in Libraries Transforming Communities: … [Read more...] about Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library Receives National Grant for Small and Rural Libraries
Marcellus Memories
June 20, 1963: Marcellus P.O. Gets New Zip Code: Our five-digit ZIP Code is 49067, Postmaster Frank Townsend announced today. “Everyone in Marcellus, Michigan, will use this ZIP Code to speed mail deliveries,” Postmaster Townsend … [Read more...] about Marcellus Memories
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com The Unreported News About Your “Newspaper” Why would your local newspaper not even mention an important local news story? Perhaps because it’s a damning story about the conglomerate owner of the … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
DNR moose survey results show population in western UP statistically unchanged since 2019
Some survey indicators mark dynamics to watch going forward In survey results reported to the Michigan Natural Resources Commission in Roscommon June 8, the moose population estimate for the western Upper Peninsula was not statistically … [Read more...] about DNR moose survey results show population in western UP statistically unchanged since 2019
Fish kills may be more common during summer heat
Bluegill and Black Crappie victims of summer heat With increasing temperatures across Michigan, anglers, boaters and lakefront property owners may discover dead fish or other aquatic animals. While such sights can be startling, the … [Read more...] about Fish kills may be more common during summer heat
First mosquito-borne virus of 2023 detected in Michigan: residents urged to protect against mosquito bites
LANSING, Mich. – Michiganders are being urged to take precautions against mosquito bites as mosquitos recently collected in Saginaw County have tested positive for Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV) at the Michigan Department of Health and Human … [Read more...] about First mosquito-borne virus of 2023 detected in Michigan: residents urged to protect against mosquito bites
Nominations open for MSU’s 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award
The Michigan State University Department of Animal Science is seeking nominations for the 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award. The Dairy Farm of the Year Award is presented to a farmer, farm partners or family that has distinguished … [Read more...] about Nominations open for MSU’s 2024 Dairy Farm of the Year Award
MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days
The public is invited to learn about research and programming that impact Michigan food and natural resources EAST LANSING, Mich. — This summer, Michigan State University Extension and MSU AgBioResearch will be hosting field days at … [Read more...] about MSU AgBioResearch, Extension to host research center field days