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
She Shoots, She Scores – Even in Bloomers!
Photo courtesy of the private collection of Donna V. (Jones) Schurtz A new year is here and with it returns the squeak of the sneaker on the high school gym floor. Yes, high school basketball resumes for MHS, Friday, January 7, with a … [Read more...] about She Shoots, She Scores – Even in Bloomers!
2021 – A Year in Pictures: May – Part Two
Business Spotlight: Marcellus Metalcasters. Caitlin McMahan and Brad Ade purchased the Marcellus Metalcasters foundry two years ago, and now have a productive short-run operation that fills a nichein the cast iron industry. Members of … [Read more...] about 2021 – A Year in Pictures: May – Part Two
2021 – A Year in Pictures: May – Part One
"I guess we're on our way, Marcellus!" Words printed in the May 6, 2021, edition of The Marcellus News that describe the passing of the paper from former Editor Dave Moormann to new Editor Kay Schten McAdam. 2021 has been a good year for … [Read more...] about 2021 – A Year in Pictures: May – Part One
Thank you and Happy New Year from The Editor
While in some ways, your Editor is a traditionalist; in others, I say, let’s change things up a bit. Traditionally, in the year-end issue of The Marcellus News, there is a list of happenings that occurred in and around the community the … [Read more...] about Thank you and Happy New Year from The Editor
Rumors are True: Marcellus News Now Available Online
(Photo by Cup of Couple from Pexels) Yes. As of Tuesday, December 21, The Marcellus News is available online by subscription. Please read the questions/answers below that should help you navigate the site. 1) Do I get a … [Read more...] about Rumors are True: Marcellus News Now Available Online
19th Century Tombstone Discovered at News Office
If you’ve driven through Marcellus recently, you may have noticed the progress at the Marcellus News Office, 149 E. Main. Gary Nofsinger, Willard Fenton-Miller, and others have been busy rebuilding the back annex and making the basement … [Read more...] about 19th Century Tombstone Discovered at News Office
Resolution 2021-13: Resolution Re-Establishing Rates for Village Wastewater Removal and Treatment
A Day in the Life. . . Neither snow nor rain nor pandemic
The Marcellus, Michigan, post office c. 1915. The Rural Carriers from left, Thomas Goings, Roy Clemens, Levi Dennis, Francis Beadle, George Emig, Clinton Kester, postmaster; and Harry Sipley. Beadle and Emig were substitute carriers the day … [Read more...] about A Day in the Life. . . Neither snow nor rain nor pandemic