The oldest lake trout yet discovered in Lake Superior, also known as “Mary Catherine.”DNR researchers recently discovered 62-year-old lake trout By Shawn SitarFisheries research biologist, Michigan Department of Natural Resources … [Read more...] about Lake trout live long and prosper in Lake Superior
Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of September 8
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 8
Cass County Hazardous Waste & Tire Collection – September 24, 2025
SMC welcomes new Chief Assurance Officer
Native Texan Dr. Jeff Freels (pictured), Southwestern Michigan College’s new chief assurance officer, aims to position faculty for success the way he did for students while teaching history at community colleges. Freels, of St. Joseph, … [Read more...] about SMC welcomes new Chief Assurance Officer
Memories from The Marcellus News
Farm and Food File: More proof there are no winners in a trade war
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com September usually marks a turning point of sorts for most people. Summer turns to fall, vacation turns to school, and the green hope and promise of growing crops turns into the yellow and gold of … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: More proof there are no winners in a trade war
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: How to “Rest In Peace” Naturally
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com May we take a minute to talk about your death? And mine, too. I certainly don’t want to rush either one, but there is a matter we should all consider ahead of the “event.” Namely, the … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: How to “Rest In Peace” Naturally
Cal Thomas: Shaping Opinion
by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com NEW ROSS, Ireland – Traveling the world as I have this summer exposed not only different opinions about major issues, but also a difference in how journalists in free countries and propagandists in unfree ones … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas: Shaping Opinion
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library – September 11, 2025
“A lie can travel around the world and back again while the truth is lacing up its boots.” -Mark Twain. If you’re interested in sussing out the truth in a world full of conflicting information, you’ll want to check out these … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library – September 11, 2025
Cass County Regional Art Exhibit, October 4 – December 30
The Cass Area Artists in conjunction with Cass County announce the 9th Regional Open Exhibit, October 4 – December 30, 2025. The exhibit in the Cass County Administration Building is open to all artists 18 years of age or … [Read more...] about Cass County Regional Art Exhibit, October 4 – December 30
EarthTalk® – From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine
Escaped balloons are increasingly becoming a nuisance and a contributor to the degradation of our natural environment… Credit: Pexels.com. Dear EarthTalk: Are escaped balloons a problem for the environment and what can we do to prevent … [Read more...] about EarthTalk® – From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine
Letter to the Editor – September 11, 2025
Dear Editor, As usual, I truly appreciated the August 18 issue of The Marcellus News. It was filled with enlightening information about Marcellus, Cass County and local townships, as well as our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor – September 11, 2025