Climate change is taking a toll on humans’ eye health and health care professionals are wondering what to do. Dear EarthTalk: What’s the connection between global warming and increased eye problems for humans? —Pauline Mercy, … [Read more...] about EarthTalk® – From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine
Memories from The Marcellus News
Bluegill Frolic seeks committee members
The Bluegill Frolic is seeking a Parade Director to oversee and manage all aspects of the annual parade. This role is essential to ensuring smooth operations, strong community participation, and a successful event for our town. Key … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic seeks committee members
Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of September 15
The clock is ticking on Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library’s Reading Through the Decades Challenge. Team RickWorld is joining other avid readers of all ages in celebrating the library’s 100th anniversary. The grand finale is the … [Read more...] about Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of September 15
2025-2026 Makers Trail Passport Challenge is underway
DON’T MISS THE FUN. TAKE THE 2025-2026 MAKERS TRAIL PASSPORT CHALLENGE.Earn more rewards with every Southwest Michigan craft beverage stop. BENTON HARBOR, Michigan (September 12, 2025) — Michigan craft beverage fans, here’s a challenge … [Read more...] about 2025-2026 Makers Trail Passport Challenge is underway
MHS FFA sends two to Nationals – a chapter first
MHS juniors Morgan McClain, left, and Ally Wright are headed to the FFA National Conventioin in Indianapolis, October 29 - November 1 in Indianapolis. - News Photo MHS juniors Morgan McClain and Allyson Wright are headed to the FFA … [Read more...] about MHS FFA sends two to Nationals – a chapter first
Personal parking to support Principal’s Project Fund
MHS Principal Lynn Wagner, left, and senior Ariah Evans, with stencils in hand, numbered each of the 70 parking spaces in the school’s student parking lot recently. The cost to lease a spot is $30 with the proceeds benefiting the … [Read more...] about Personal parking to support Principal’s Project Fund
Hundreds of Cancer Advocates Gather in D.C. to Urge Congress to Sustain Vital Research and Prevention Funding
As a critical government funding deadline nears, patients and survivors from across the country unite to ask for continued federal support for lifesaving cancer research and prevention programs. WASHINGTON, … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Cancer Advocates Gather in D.C. to Urge Congress to Sustain Vital Research and Prevention Funding
Public Auction – September 26, 2025
Michigan FAFSA Completions Surpass Last Year’s Total
Milestone highlights MiLEAP’s role in boosting FAFSA completion through innovative outreach, partnerships and direct support to students and families LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of … [Read more...] about Michigan FAFSA Completions Surpass Last Year’s Total
SMC’s Brewer announces ‘historic fall’
Interim President Brent Brewer detailed an “historic fall” Sept. 10 for the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees. From an economic impact study and three capital improvement projects to 1,100 students participating in 17 … [Read more...] about SMC’s Brewer announces ‘historic fall’
Charles F. Maschke
February 17, 1940 ~ September 12, 2025 Charles F. Maschke, 85, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, at Georgetown Hospital. He was born February 17, 1940, in Marcellus, Michigan, the only son of the late Zada Weikel and Frederick … [Read more...] about Charles F. Maschke