It’s a sure sign of summer when the Cass County Historical Society opens the historic Newton House for tours. On Sunday, June 4, from 1:00 to 4:30pm, the doors open to the public with a special exhibit by Blue Dart Art painters. … [Read more...] about Historic Newton House Opens for Season
VBCD Holds Grazing Workshop June 14 in Bangor
BANGOR, MI – The Van Buren Conservation District will be holding a Grazing Workshop on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM at Windshadow Farm in Bangor. This event brings together pasture-based farmers and ranchers across the … [Read more...] about VBCD Holds Grazing Workshop June 14 in Bangor
Dyes appointed to SMC Board
Southwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees, May 10, filled the vacancy created by Keith McKenzie’s retirement by appointing lifelong Cass County resident Dwight “Skip” Dyes of Calvin Township. Dyes attended SMC, then transferred … [Read more...] about Dyes appointed to SMC Board
MHS Fields Five SW10 Scholar Athletes
MHS is proud to announce the 2022-23 SW10 Senior Scholar Athletes. Front row (left to right): Edriana Madiam, Nicole Hayford and Maddie Smith,. Standing are Brooklyn Vantilburg and Kyle Drauch. On Wednesday, May 10, the student … [Read more...] about MHS Fields Five SW10 Scholar Athletes
MHS Varsity Baseball/Softball Recap
MHS Senior Eian O’Neill makes a play at the plate for the Wildcats when they split a doubleheader against the White Pigeon Chiefs, Tuesday, May 9. The ‘Cats won the first 16-6, while White Pigeon took the second game, 16-8. … [Read more...] about MHS Varsity Baseball/Softball Recap
Entries wanted: Cass County seeks design entries for coin contest
The Cass County Board of Commissioners is seeking design entries for a new coin that will be used to recognize residents, employees and others who positively impact Cass County. CASS COUNTY, Mich. — Since becoming chair of the board of … [Read more...] about Entries wanted: Cass County seeks design entries for coin contest
MDHHS provides update as federal Public Health Emergency comes to an end
Free COVID-19 testing and vaccines to continue to be available LANSING, Mich. – As the federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) came to a close May 11, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) provided updates about … [Read more...] about MDHHS provides update as federal Public Health Emergency comes to an end
AG Nessel Announces Distribution of $141 Million Settlement to Millions of Low-Income Americans Deceived by TurboTax Owner Intuit
Consumers to Receive Checks in the Mail from Multistate Settlement Without Needing to File a Claim LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that consumers who were tricked by TurboTax’s owner Intuit into paying for free … [Read more...] about AG Nessel Announces Distribution of $141 Million Settlement to Millions of Low-Income Americans Deceived by TurboTax Owner Intuit
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What’s the background on the “No Mow May” movement? – J.D., via email Lawns cover some 40 million acres—or two percent—of land in the United States, making them the … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
“Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement begins May 15
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