“At some point in life the world’s beauty becomes enough. You don’t need to photograph, paint, or even remember it. It is enough.” ― Toni Morrison by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United Methodist … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “At some point in life the world’s beauty becomes enough.”
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OK2SAY Reports Record-Breaking Tip Volume, Highlighting Critical Need for Student Safety and Mental Health Support
Annual Report Draws Attention to Outcomes LANSING, Mich. – OK2SAY, Michigan’s confidential student safety tipline, reported a 20% surge in tip volume compared to the previous year, according to the program’s 2024 Annual Report. With an … [Read more...] about OK2SAY Reports Record-Breaking Tip Volume, Highlighting Critical Need for Student Safety and Mental Health Support
Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson
July 17, 2025 Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson of Marcellus, Michigan passed away on July 17, 2025, at The Waters in Wakarusa, Indiana. A graveside service was Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Rosehill Cemetery in Nicholasville, … [Read more...] about Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson
Diane Sue Loikits
December 4, 1940 ~ August 1, 2025 Diane Sue Loikits, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Marcellus on Friday, August 1, 2025. She was born to the late Vine C. and Wilma E. Martin in Elkhart, IN on December 4, 1940. They lived … [Read more...] about Diane Sue Loikits
Paul Duncan Murray
March 16, 1956 ~ November 30, 2024 Paul Duncan Murray passed away unexpectedly in his home in Bristol, Rhode Island on November 30, 2024. Born March 16, 1956, to Lloyd and Florence Murray of Marcellus, Michigan, Paul was the fifth of … [Read more...] about Paul Duncan Murray
Cass County Fair continues through Saturday, August 2
Mackenzie Schuur, WMU student and member of the MHS Class of 2024, garnered yet another Best of Show at the Cass County Fair. This year’s entry in the Vintage Restoration category is a 1963 Murray Fireball Racer Pedal Car. The restoration … [Read more...] about Cass County Fair continues through Saturday, August 2
Wightman releases statement concerning Marcellus downtown beautification project
The News received the following statement just before going to print July 29. Benton Harbor, Mich.— Wightman & Associates, Inc. is aware of the community’s concerns regarding the Main Street/Downtown Beautification Project in the … [Read more...] about Wightman releases statement concerning Marcellus downtown beautification project
If it’s August 1, 2025, it’s time for First Friday in downtown Marcellus!
First Friday event!Free Candy Bar Bingo!Friday, August 1, 2025, 6:30pm - 8:00pmMarcellus United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall197 W. Main, Marcellus ### … [Read more...] about If it’s August 1, 2025, it’s time for First Friday in downtown Marcellus!
Nixie Out of the Water: A Comic Operetta
Water, the source of all life, is our most precious resource. When Nixie, a Finnish water sprite, comes Out of the Water, the Green World is almost destroyed. Will the Queen be released from the monster? Can the Dragonflies fulfill their … [Read more...] about Nixie Out of the Water: A Comic Operetta
Farm and Food File: ‘Why would federal policy favor legal fictional entities over individual family farms?’
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com That’s a great question and it was asked–and answered–by Jonathan Coppess, an associate professor of law and policy at the University of Illinois, in a “dismaying” July 17 farmdocDAILY analysis of … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: ‘Why would federal policy favor legal fictional entities over individual family farms?’
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Gaza is a moral reckoning for Israel – and for you and me
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Some outrages are so outrageous that I don’t even want to talk about them. But that’s when we must speak out. Indeed, let’s rage against our government’s wholly-unprincipled embrace … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Gaza is a moral reckoning for Israel – and for you and me