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Home Arts Club to meet July 22
The Marcellus Home Arts Club will meet Wednesday, July 22, 6 p.m., at the Wakelee Bible Church. The evenings program will be “All About Bees” by Charlotte Hubbard. Roll call for the evening will be to name a product that contains bee’s … [Read more...] about Home Arts Club to meet July 22
A faster and more convenient way to request a Social Security Number and card
by Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist If you need an original Social Security number (SSN) or a replacement card, you can now complete your request online, and if needed, schedule an appointment for … [Read more...] about A faster and more convenient way to request a Social Security Number and card
Porter Township, Van Buren County, Meeting Minutes – June 10, 2026
Budget Public Hearing June 10, 2026Supervisor Oxley called the Budget Public Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and four guests. … [Read more...] about Porter Township, Van Buren County, Meeting Minutes – June 10, 2026
Public Notices – July 16, 2026
Village of Marcellus Continues Housing Rehabilitation Efforts, Bringing More Than $1.4 Million in Community Investment
Village and Third-Party Administrative staff meet with Michigan State Housing Development Authority staff for initial round closeouts. Pictured from left to right: Village Manager Jacqueline Terrill, MSHDA Manager Adam Holcomb, Chris … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Continues Housing Rehabilitation Efforts, Bringing More Than $1.4 Million in Community Investment
Making new memories at Timberlane Inn on Driskels Lake
Victoria Deter stands near the entrance of the two-story suite at the newly renovated Timberlane Inn, on M-60, Jones. Deter and husband Dakota, along with her brother and sister-in-law Whitney and Victoria Stutzman, purchased the property a … [Read more...] about Making new memories at Timberlane Inn on Driskels Lake
Happy Independence Day 2026! A reminder of the reason for the season
Declaration of Independence: A Transcription from the National Archives The following text is a transcription of the Stone Engraving of the parchment Declaration of Independence (the document on display in the Rotunda at the National … [Read more...] about Happy Independence Day 2026! A reminder of the reason for the season
Bits & Pieces: The American’s Creed
by Paula Johnson Bob Elsey used to ask me if I missed teaching. I would tell him that that was a difficult question for me to answer. I do not miss teaching in today’s world. When I started teaching, I was part of the … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: The American’s Creed
Marcellus Schools Bond Proposal on the August 4, 2026, ballot
Marcellus Schools is asking voters to decide on a $12.25 million bond proposal. If approved, the proposal will not increase the current tax rate. It is structured to replace existing debt as it is paid off, which keeps the tax rate at its … [Read more...] about Marcellus Schools Bond Proposal on the August 4, 2026, ballot
The countdown is on for Bluegill Frolic 2026!
Bluegill Frolic 2026 July Event Schedule Saturday, July 11: The Brynn Cummings Show at Reginas Event Center (Sold Out) Thursday, July 16: Bluegill Frolic July Meeting - 6pm at Patch & Remington, 115 E. Main (Public is welcome to … [Read more...] about The countdown is on for Bluegill Frolic 2026!
Bluegill Frolic 2026 Car Show Winners
Lincoln Meiser’s 1985 Ford F150 was one of about 30 vehicles that participated in the Marcellus Bluegill Frolic Car/Bike Show at VFW Post 4054, Saturday, June 20. The show was sponsored by Willow Lake Sportsman’s Club. ### … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic 2026 Car Show Winners