October 14, 2024 -- The Better Business Bureau in Western Michigan (BBB®) is warning adults to beware of imposters as open enrollment begins for Medicare, and open enrollment nears for Healthcare.gov. Scammers see the … [Read more...] about BBB Tip: Beware of healthcare scams as open enrollment begins
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Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Thrillers combine elements of crime, horror and other genres, but are best defined by the moods they elicit in readers: heightened feelings of suspense, excitement, surprise, anticipation and anxiety. If you’re looking for a book that will … [Read more...] about Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
Contemplation Corner: “Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing themselves.” – Leo Tolstoy
Pastor Donnie Brooks Many have the heard the name of Leo Tolstoy. Jokes about War and Peace being the longest book known to humankind. It is certainly a long book, one that took me several years to complete (one of the … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing themselves.” – Leo Tolstoy
A parade, royalty and a big win for the Wildcats – Marcellus at its finest for Homecoming
MHS Homecoming Week 2024 was a celebration of school spirit, community pride, a big Wildcat victory and the crowning of the Homecoming Queen and Princess on Friday, October 11. Pictured with Homecoming Queen Abby Tone, second from right, … [Read more...] about A parade, royalty and a big win for the Wildcats – Marcellus at its finest for Homecoming
2024 Homecoming Parade Highlights
The Junior Class’s winning float, “Kiss the Beavers Bye”-News Photo … [Read more...] about 2024 Homecoming Parade Highlights
We’re #1 – Again! MHS Wildcat Band Gets Top Honors at 2024 Marching Band Festival
The Marcellus Wildcat Marching Band scored its 9th First Division Rating in a row at the MSBOA District VI Festival at Paw Paw Middle School, Tuesday, October 8. A total of 12 bands were adjudicated by three professionals in the areas of … [Read more...] about We’re #1 – Again! MHS Wildcat Band Gets Top Honors at 2024 Marching Band Festival
VFW 4054 Auxiliary Dues/Membership Drive
Present members of VFW #4054 Auxiliary who haven’t paid dues for 2025 need to get them in before December 15, 2024, so they won’t be considered late. Members are encouraged to consider a life membership, which is based on … [Read more...] about VFW 4054 Auxiliary Dues/Membership Drive
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: An Incredible Night of Rain
by John Mooy As you head south out of Marcellus and just before you get to the VFW building you can look off to the left or east side of the road and see what now remains of what we in Marcellus recall as a large pond, almost a … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: An Incredible Night of Rain
Bits & Pieces: October Trivia
by Paula Johnson Halloween is nearly upon us, but you might not find decorations for this holiday except in the clearance aisle because merchandizing is already swamping the stores for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Maybe some of these … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: October Trivia
Farm and Food File: Crypto is buying Congress and understaffed CFTC ‘oversight’
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)–that toy poodle of a government watchdog overseeing the world’s largest agricultural and financial futures contracts–is being courted by the … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File: Crypto is buying Congress and understaffed CFTC ‘oversight’
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Holy Donald Trump! An Oklahoma Bible Story
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com As schoolkids learn in civics class, our government is made up of three separate branches. Your church is not one of them. Unless you live in Oklahoma. There, a … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Holy Donald Trump! An Oklahoma Bible Story
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From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Some musical instruments manufacturers are beginning to adopt eco-friendly practices to minimize their environmental footprints. Dear EarthTalk: How are musical instrument … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®