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
Porter Township – Van Buren County Regular Meeting, August 13, 2025
Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Moraitis and twelve guests. Motion by Packer with support by Nesbitt to approve … [Read more...] about Porter Township – Van Buren County Regular Meeting, August 13, 2025
Village Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, August 26, 2025
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on August 26, 2025, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Webb, Irwin, Haley M., Haley G. and … [Read more...] about Village Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, August 26, 2025
Cass Family Clinic opens new healthcare facility in Dowagiac
Cass Family Clinic staff and board members gather as Board President Tracy Hertsel (front center) cuts the ribbon on the organization’s new Dowagiac clinic, located at 57392 M-51 S., on August 29. The Dowagiac clinic is Cass Family … [Read more...] about Cass Family Clinic opens new healthcare facility in Dowagiac