The Village of Marcellus is seeking proposals from qualified Building Inspectors or Experienced Contractors to conduct initial building inspections for each Home Improvement Project (HIP) funded under the Michigan State Housing Development … [Read more...] about REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES FOR MSHDA CHILL GRANT PROGRAM
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Strike up the band! Frolic Parade returns to Main Street . . .
Good news for the annual Bluegill Frolic Parade! After years of meandering through Marcellus’ residential district, the parade is back on Main Street. The Bluegill Frolic Committee is now accepting applications to participate in the big … [Read more...] about Strike up the band! Frolic Parade returns to Main Street . . .
Happy Valentine’s Day from The Marcellus News
Thank you for your continued support of The Marcellus News - The Only Newspaper in the World That Cares About Marcellus! Larry * Nancy * Sarah * John * Paula * Turbo * Nanette * Katy * Kay ### … [Read more...] about Happy Valentine’s Day from The Marcellus News
Six MHS Wrestlers Headed to Regionals
Six MHS wrestlers are headed to Regionals this weekend after qualifying in District action this past weekend. Leading the way is District Champion Carlee Osborn, top of the podium. Also earning a spot at Regionals are, left to right, … [Read more...] about Six MHS Wrestlers Headed to Regionals
Beckwith Theatre Company presents “The Odd Couple”
DOWAGIAC MI -----The Beckwith Theatre Company presents the classic Neil Simon comedy, The Odd Couple, March 7-16, directed by Toni Mayberry. The play tells the story of the divorced Oscar Madison, and if his messy apartment … [Read more...] about Beckwith Theatre Company presents “The Odd Couple”
Governor Whitmer’s proposed budget prioritizes clean water, energy infrastructure, cleanup
Lead line replacement, cleaning up contamination, increasing government transparency, and strengthening the state’s energy infrastructure are a few of the priorities represented in Governor Whitmer’s proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 budget. … [Read more...] about Governor Whitmer’s proposed budget prioritizes clean water, energy infrastructure, cleanup
Celebrating Black History Month: Surrender
Surrenderby Angelina Weld GrimkéWe ask for peace. We, at the boundO life, are weary of the round In search of Truth. We know the quest Is not for us, the vision blest Is meant for other eyes. Uncrowned, We go, with heads … [Read more...] about Celebrating Black History Month: Surrender
The True Books of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Big Red
by John Mooy In my mind, all the people I grew up with in Marcellus will remain forever young. That’s how I remember them and those memories have not been diminished in the least since I left there in 1964. So, the … [Read more...] about The True Books of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Big Red
Bits & Pieces: Bumper Stickers and Grammar
by Paula Johnson I read an article the other day about bumper stickers. Remember them? We don’t see much of them today, but there was a time that car bumpers almost needed to be replaced when a car was sold. I found it interesting … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Bumper Stickers and Grammar
Collaborative UP moose study launched
Aerial surveys and research studies aim to uncover insights into moose population trends and challenges in the Upper Peninsula By Rachel LincolnWildlife outreach coordinatorMichigan Department of Natural Resources The 1,000-pound … [Read more...] about Collaborative UP moose study launched
Farm and Food File – Trump trade strategy: Big sticks, big bets
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com Sir Isaac Newton–he of “For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction” fame– was a polymath who excelled in math, physics, astronomy, alchemy, and theology. And now, if … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File – Trump trade strategy: Big sticks, big bets
Porter Township – Van Buren County, 88040 M-40, Lawton MI 49095 – Regular Meeting, January 8, 2025
Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt and Smith. Also present – Attorney Moraitis and eight guests. Motion by Bitely with support by Nesbitt to approve the minutes … [Read more...] about Porter Township – Van Buren County, 88040 M-40, Lawton MI 49095 – Regular Meeting, January 8, 2025