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Given the uncertainties around current wastewater treatment’s efficacy for microplastics, scientists are developing novel removal methods.  EarthTalkFrom the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What are some … [Read more...] about EarthTalk: Removing microplastics from drinking water

by Val Ankeny, senior policy associateCenter for Rural Affairs       Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), a U.S. Department of Agriculture program, helps agricultural producers and rural small businesses invest in renewable energy … [Read more...] about Guest Opinion: REAP is worthwhile for farmers

Stop by the Bluegill Frolic to see your favorite hometown library! We will have a booth set up. Stop by for some bookish fun! New Book Arrivals:Dangerous, Dirty, Violent, and Young: A Fugitive Family in the Revolutionary Underground by … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library the week of August 3, 2026

“The power of the story of Jesus’ suffering and death is that it is both an account of the greatest political tragedy in history, the death of the son of God, and a display of the most profound and intimate personal and interpersonal … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: The power of the story. . .

by Katy Essex    Hey there, Book Lovers! We are back with our recommended reads for the month of July.  If you are like me, when it’s uncomfortably hot outside I stay in and read a book!  As always, if you have a book to recommend, send … [Read more...] about Reading Recommendations or what RickWorld read in July

by Hillary HatchSocial Security Public Affairs Specialist    For young people transitioning out of foster care, the move into adulthood can come with both opportunities and challenges. Access to reliable information, financial … [Read more...] about Foster Care: Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood

Michigan’s statewide search for the biggest trees is back! Ann Arbor, Mich. — August 3, 2026 —  Big trees may be hiding in plain sight across Michigan, located in backyards, parks, cemeteries, schools, farms, neighborhoods, natural … [Read more...] about Join the Big Tree Hunt – Help find Michigan’s biggest trees

President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on July 14, 2026, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Haley M., Haley G. and Watts. Trustee Webb was … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, July 14, 2026