If we don't make data centers for artificial intelligence more efficient soon,the environmental consequences could be dire... Credit: Pexels.com. EarthTalk®From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What’s … [Read more...] about Earth Talk – Data Centers
Engagement Announcement – December 18, 2025
Mr. & Mrs. Edward and Angela Asmus of Vandalia, MI, are delighted to announce the engagement of their daughter, Bailey Lucille Asmus, to Tristen Alexander Peugh, grandson of Arnold & Cheryl Peugh of South Bend, IN. The bride is a … [Read more...] about Engagement Announcement – December 18, 2025
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – December 18, 2025
by Doug Maher, PrincipalVolinia Outcomes School My name is Doug Maher. I teach math, and I am also the principal at Volinia Outcomes School. As a veteran educator of 31 years, I have never witnessed a more generous and … [Read more...] about Inside the Marcellus Community Schools – December 18, 2025
Showcasing the DNR: A landmark investment in public land
Elk graze in an open field on the Black River Ranch property, located within the heart of Michigan’s elk country. (Photo courtesy of the former landowner). Over 8,800 acres added to the Pigeon River Country State Forest by Kerry … [Read more...] about Showcasing the DNR: A landmark investment in public land
Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of Dec. 15
This is it! This is the final installment of Team RickWorld’s book list in the Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library’s Read Through the Decades Challenge! Although we’ll continue reading until the Noon Year’s Eve party on December 31, we … [Read more...] about Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of Dec. 15
SMC graduates 14 nurses December 10
On Wednesday, December 10, Southwestern Michigan College, welcomed fourteen new nurses to America’s largest health care profession with more than four million registered nurses (RNs) nationwide. Despite growth, the United States … [Read more...] about SMC graduates 14 nurses December 10
Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program seeks entries for 2026
Applications are now being accepted for the Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program for 2026 spring, summer and fall and 2027 winter residency periods. The Artist-in-Residence Program is open to artists and artisans whose work can … [Read more...] about Porcupine Mountains Artist-in-Residence Program seeks entries for 2026
$420,149 in State Grants Awarded to Cass County Problem-Solving/Treatment Courts
Cassopolis, Michigan, December 10, 2025 – Chief Judge Carol Montavon Bealor announces that the Cass County Problem-Solving/Treatment Courts have received $420,149 in the following grant awards from the State Court … [Read more...] about $420,149 in State Grants Awarded to Cass County Problem-Solving/Treatment Courts
MDHHS issues statement on hepatitis B vaccine
LANSING, Mich. – Vaccines play a critical role in the prevention and control of infectious diseases and have led to the eradication of several diseases and significant reductions in illnesses and fatalities. The Michigan Department of … [Read more...] about MDHHS issues statement on hepatitis B vaccine
Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes – December 11, 2025
Date: December 11, 2025Time: 7:12 PM – 8:10 PMLocation: 115 E Main St, Marcellus, MI (Patch & Remington) Present: Jaclyn Lyles, Todd Snider, Diane Mierzejewski Absent: Chelsea Proffitt, Cindy Wilson, Billiejo Snider, Tommy … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes – December 11, 2025
Newberg Township General Meeting – December 8, 2025
The Newberg Township Board met at the Newberg Township Fire Department in regular session on December 8, 2025. Supervisor Covey led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Clerk Duff … [Read more...] about Newberg Township General Meeting – December 8, 2025
Porter Township Van Buren County – Regular Meeting, November 12, 2025
Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Moraitis and four guests. Motion by Bitely with support by Nesbitt to approve … [Read more...] about Porter Township Van Buren County – Regular Meeting, November 12, 2025