This is the first detection of Asian longhorned ticks in Michigan LANSING, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reporting the first detection of the Asian longhorned tick … [Read more...] about Asian Longhorned Ticks Discovered in Berrien County
Call for nominations for 2026 Dairy Farm of the Year Award
East Lansing, MI — The Michigan State University Department of Animal Science is now seeking nominations for the 2026 Dairy Farm of the Year Award. Since 1958, the Dairy Farm of the Year Award has celebrated a farmer, farm partners or … [Read more...] about Call for nominations for 2026 Dairy Farm of the Year Award
MSU-led research team receives $500K grant to combat herbicide-resistant weeds in soybeans
EAST LANSING, Mich. — A national research team led by Michigan State University has received a $500,000 grant from the United Soybean Board to develop new diagnostic tools for herbicide-resistant weeds in soybeans. The award currently … [Read more...] about MSU-led research team receives $500K grant to combat herbicide-resistant weeds in soybeans
Gov. Whitmer Leads Delegation toAustralia toStrengthenBusinessTiesandDefense Manufacturing, Tout Michigan’s Leadership in Industry Sectors
The governor plans to meet with companies in Michigan’s growth industries, including mobility, defense, clean energy, healthcare and MedTech, and cybersecurity LANSING, Mich. – On June 16, Governor Gretchen Whitmer kicked off … [Read more...] about Gov. Whitmer Leads Delegation toAustralia toStrengthenBusinessTiesandDefense Manufacturing, Tout Michigan’s Leadership in Industry Sectors
Roger Seelye Jr.
May 25, 2025 Roger Seelye, Jr. passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025. As a lifetime resident of Marcellus, he had spent the past two years in an assisted living home in Wayland after suffering a severe stroke. Roger loved farming, … [Read more...] about Roger Seelye Jr.
Public Notices
High School Students place in statewide contest promoting safe teen driving
Brandywine one of three schools recognized H. H. Dow High School students in Midland County earned first place in a statewide competition campaigning for the Strive for a Safer Drive (S4SD) program. The first-place selection … [Read more...] about High School Students place in statewide contest promoting safe teen driving
Marcellus Community Food Pantry adds evening hours
The Marcellus Community Food Pantry (214 E. Main) has added evening hours! Effective immediately the Pantry will be open Wednesday: Mornings from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM AND Evenings from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM These hours will … [Read more...] about Marcellus Community Food Pantry adds evening hours
“Juneteenth Karaoke Fundraiser” June 20 at P & R
Marcellus – Celebrate Juneteenth with Karaoke Night at Patch and Remington, 115 E Main, Marcellus, on Friday, June 20, from 5 – 7 pm. Join Nixie Out of the Water performers from Constantine, Marcellus, Cassopolis and Dowagiac in sharing … [Read more...] about “Juneteenth Karaoke Fundraiser” June 20 at P & R
Underground Railroad Days, July 12 and 13 in Vandalia
The Underground Railroad Society of Cass County (URSCC) and Village of Vandalia are celebrating the history of the Underground Railroad, Saturday and Sunday, July 12 and 13. Activities include guided tours … [Read more...] about Underground Railroad Days, July 12 and 13 in Vandalia
Thank you from Marcellus Elementary
Elementary Principal Sarah “Mrs. B” Bischoff in her ‘sundae’ best!. Bischoff rewarded her students for exceeding this year’s fundraising goal. The treat was making Mrs. B into a human ice cream sundae. Dear Marcellus Elementary Families … [Read more...] about Thank you from Marcellus Elementary
Health emergencies linked to recreational nitrous oxide use increase significantly
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is warning residents about a dramatic increase in emergency health care incidents related to recreational use of nitrous oxide or “laughing gas” in … [Read more...] about Health emergencies linked to recreational nitrous oxide use increase significantly