Did the Village of Marcellus really lose 124 people since 2010? According to figures released recently by the Census Bureau, it did - from 1,198 in 2010 to 1,074 in 2020. Although the Census Bureau’s analysis of the quality of the counts … [Read more...] about Missing: 124 Village Residents
Boulevard Billies Bring Bluegrass to First Friday, July 1
The Boulevard Billies bring a heapin’ helpin’ of fun and American roots music to First Friday, July 1, 5:00 - 8:00pm, in downtown Marcellus. The First Friday group is hosting a Happy Birthday, USA! party, July 1, from 5:00-8:00pm in … [Read more...] about Boulevard Billies Bring Bluegrass to First Friday, July 1
MAHS Museum Update
A small piece of Marcellus' history: the Stone House under construction (1898-1904) on West Main Street, Marcellus. The home is on the National Register of Historic Places. Thanks to the prompting in last week’s News by columnists John … [Read more...] about MAHS Museum Update
As I See It: Ukraine Matters. . . at least to me
by Kay Schten McAdam John Mooy’s “The Ukraine Situation” published in the February 24 edition of The News is very much appreciated by one who cares personally about Ukraine. Why should we care about Ukraine? Why should the … [Read more...] about As I See It: Ukraine Matters. . . at least to me
Village Council Takes Up Annexation Discussion
“I think we should seriously start thinking about annexing property to the Village of Marcellus . . . . We’re running out of where Marcellus can go.” Village President Ron Welburn closed the regular Council meeting of February 8 by … [Read more...] about Village Council Takes Up Annexation Discussion
Black History Month Quiz
The courtyard of the National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis. Test your memory! In February 10's Bits & Pieces on page three of The News by columnist Paula Johnson, we test your knowledge of little-known facts or facts you may have … [Read more...] about Black History Month Quiz
Middle School Investigates Media Club
Marcellus Middle School students mets recently with The News to investigate the formation of a Media Club. Those attending were back row, left to right: Addison Barton, Emma Caudill, Lucy Hughes, Kayleen Webber, Cole Spry. Front row: Morgan … [Read more...] about Middle School Investigates Media Club
As I See It: The COVID Chronicles
Long time readers of The News may recall a regular feature titled “As I See It.” As the title suggests, the musings were one writer’s point-of-view. The Editor hereby lays claim to the feature, due to the circumstances discussed … [Read more...] about As I See It: The COVID Chronicles
Class of ’72: Where Are You?
The year was 1972. The year the Cowboys defeated the Dolphins, 24-3, in Super Bowl VI; Elvis and Priscilla separated, The Godfather was released, five White House operatives were arrested for burglarizing the office of the Democratic … [Read more...] about Class of ’72: Where Are You?
Upcoming Water Project Provides Opportunity for Village
The Village of Marcellus conducted business at a steady pace the week of January 10. First, at the Council Meeting, January 11; followed by a Planning Commission meeting, January 12; and concluding with the regular meeting of the DDA, … [Read more...] about Upcoming Water Project Provides Opportunity for Village
Ladycats Basketball Highlights
Junior Ladycat Brooklyn VanTilburg puts up two during the team’s away game at Bloomingdale. The Cardinals proved to be a tough opponent for the Ladycats besting them 51-32. The Ladycats scored a win against Decatur last week, overpowering … [Read more...] about Ladycats Basketball Highlights
MHS Alumni Spotlight: Alums Launch MAHS
The family of Arnold Schten (above), MHS Class of ‘46, recently founded the Marcellus Area Historical Society in his honor. Pictured in first row, left to right: Kay Schten McAdam, Class of ‘74; C. Abigail Schten, Class of ‘46; Kam Oomen, … [Read more...] about MHS Alumni Spotlight: Alums Launch MAHS