by Jim Hightower Let’s all sing the holiday classic: “All I want for Christmas… Is Something Not Made of Plastic.” Easier sung than done. Plastic is now ubiquitous in toys, electronics, tools, air, water… and us. … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Big Oil’s Slick Attempt to Greenwash Its Massive Plastic Pollution
Farm and Food File: T’was the season of all our seasons–and for good reasons
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com On the southern Illinois dairy farm of my youth, we marked seasons by the work more than by the month. The planting season, for example, usually began in April and often ended when … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: T’was the season of all our seasons–and for good reasons
Memories from The Marcellus News
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of December 1, 2025
We can learn a lot from one another; that may be some of the appeal of memoirs. Check out these new memoirs in our collection. Vagabond: A Memoir by Tim Curry Few stars in Hollywood can boast the kind of resume Tony award-nominated … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of December 1, 2025
Earth Talk: PFAs
A University of Wisconsin researcher studies PFAS chemicals which have caused environmental & health issues around the world. Why are they legal here? Credit: Bonnie Willison, Wisconsin Sea Grant, FlickerCC. EarthTalk® - From the … [Read more...] about Earth Talk: PFAs
Letter to the Editor – December 4, 2025
Editor: Some of you may recall my previous letter about our sidewalks. Public pressure on the Village Council has been essential for progress in holding Wightman and Balkema accountable. Despite following official … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor – December 4, 2025
MDHHS encourages urgent flu vaccination
Vaccine also helps protect against new variant subclade K LANSING, Michigan — Influenza activity is increasing across parts of the United States, including in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) … [Read more...] about MDHHS encourages urgent flu vaccination
Cass Family Clinic’s new Integration Station strengthens customer service
Cass Family Clinic’s new Integration Station is located in a former Cass County probation office on M-62 near Cass Family Clinic’s Cassopolis clinic. CASSOPOLIS, Mich., Nov. 24, 2025 – Cass Family Clinic has announced the launch of its … [Read more...] about Cass Family Clinic’s new Integration Station strengthens customer service
SMC Criminal Justice Professor writing book on serial killers
Southwestern Michigan College Criminal Justice Professor Dr. Don Ricker, pictured, is writing the book on serial killers. A textbook, no less. He signed a contract with Kendall-Hunt Publishing of Dubuque, Iowa, with a target release … [Read more...] about SMC Criminal Justice Professor writing book on serial killers
St. Joe Winter Beer Fest returns January 31, 2026
ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — St. Joe Today invites everyone 21 years and older to come out of hibernation and meet up with friends at this lakeside destination during the 2026 St. Joe Winter Beer Fest. The event takes place on Saturday, January 31, … [Read more...] about St. Joe Winter Beer Fest returns January 31, 2026
ReLeaf Michigan Announces 2023-2025 Michigan Big Tree Hunt Winner in Cass County
November 20, 2025 – Ann Arbor, MI – ReLeaf Michigan, a statewide non-profit tree planting and education organization, announces the winners of the 16th biennial Michigan Big Tree Hunt contest, held from spring 2023 through August 2025. The … [Read more...] about ReLeaf Michigan Announces 2023-2025 Michigan Big Tree Hunt Winner in Cass County
Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center Debuts New Traveling Exhibit: Hall of Heroes
The Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center is thrilled to welcome its newest traveling exhibit, Hall of Heroes, a dynamic and immersive experience that brings guests into the world of superheroes, crime fighters, gadgets, and … [Read more...] about Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Center Debuts New Traveling Exhibit: Hall of Heroes