LANSING, MICH) The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is reminding consumers who currently have a Medicare Advantage health plan that they can make changes to their plan through March 31, when the Medicare … [Read more...] about Open Enrollment for Current Medicare Advantage Enrollees Runs Through March 31
Marcellus Township Planning Commission 2025 Meeting Dates
The Marcellus Township Planning Commission will hold its 2025 meetings at the Marcellus Township Hall, 13163 Marcellus Highway at 6pm, on the following dates Wednesday, March 12 Wednesday, May 14 Wednesday, July 9 Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Marcellus Township Planning Commission 2025 Meeting Dates
Martha Shugars
September 14, 1942 ~ January 13, 2025 It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Martha "Grandma Cookie" Shugars at the age of 82, the beloved matriarch of our family passed away on Monday, January 13, … [Read more...] about Martha Shugars
Cass County Board of Commissioners appoints Chair, Vice Chair
The Cass County Board of Commissioners has selected Jeremiah Jones, left, as Chair of the Board, and James Lawrence as Vice Chair. The two will hold their positions for the 2025 calendar year. CASS COUNTY, Mich. — A familiar face will be … [Read more...] about Cass County Board of Commissioners appoints Chair, Vice Chair
MLK Jr. Day is Monday, January 20, 2025
The 2025 theme: ‘Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice, and Democracy in the Spirit of Nonviolence365′ Celebrate, commemorate and honor the life, legacy and impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January … [Read more...] about MLK Jr. Day is Monday, January 20, 2025
Family First Hosts Open House January 10
BBB Tips for Donating to Southern California Wildfire Relief Efforts
The photo above was taken by News columnist Paula Johnson’s nephew Macauley. It was taken from the rooftop of his apartment building on Hollywood Blvd in Hollywood, CA. Paula reports that Macauley and his friend who was with him when the … [Read more...] about BBB Tips for Donating to Southern California Wildfire Relief Efforts
Winter Nights at Dr. Lawless Park
It’s that time of the year again when we start wondering what is something fun that a family can do that isn’t going to break the bank…. and the answer is the Winter Nights program at Dr. Lawless Park! This annual program is set for January … [Read more...] about Winter Nights at Dr. Lawless Park
SMC Board tours new housing units in McKenzie Hall
SMC President Dr. Joe Odenwald, center, joined Board Trusttees Becky Moore and Todd Obren, January 8, in a tour of the new housing units in Keith H. McKenzie Hall. DOWAGIAC MI - On Wednesday, January 8, Southwestern Michigan College’s … [Read more...] about SMC Board tours new housing units in McKenzie Hall
MHS Varsity/JV Basketball Re-cap
Sophomore Javonne Robinson evades Centreville’s #30 Cale Gingerich during the JV’s home loss to the Bulldogs, January 13, 29-61.    - News Photo The undefeated Centreville Bulldogs came to town Monday, January 13, for a December … [Read more...] about MHS Varsity/JV Basketball Re-cap
Congratulations to the MHS Athletes of the Week
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine While trees die after harvest & take decades to regrow, bamboo stalks can be continually harvested & regenerated without killing the plant.Credit: Image by Peggy und Marco … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®












