by Paula Johnson This year the cruise was eleven days stretching six of the southern islands from St. Maarten (18ºN) to Barbados (13ºN) – the heart of the Tropic of Cancer to the Equator. I was in sheer heaven on Earth. … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Getting Aboard 2026
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Contemplation Corner: “Pain that is not transformed is transmitted.”
“Pain that is not transformed is transmitted.” – Richard Rohr by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United Methodist Churchpastordonnieb@outlook.com We have all heard the expression, “hurt people, hurt people.” I would think … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Pain that is not transformed is transmitted.”
Earth Talk: Phantom Load
Leaving devices plugged in when not in use can tax the power grid beyond capacity. Credit: Roddy Scheer EarthTalk®From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What does “phantom load” mean with regard to energy … [Read more...] about Earth Talk: Phantom Load
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 30, 2026
Since 2021, the Marcellus Library has hosted a seed library for the community. Seed libraries can be found around the country. They provide a variety of seeds–free of charge–to support food security, self-sufficiency, and healthy … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 30, 2026
Cass District Library – April 2026 Program Schedule
RickWorld Recommends – What we read in March 2026
Happy Spring, Book Lovers! We are back with our recommended reads for the month of March. Sarah Essex recommends: “The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe” by James Patterson and Imogen Edwards Jones. This is advertised as a … [Read more...] about RickWorld Recommends – What we read in March 2026
Kalamazoo County Expo Center – April 2026
April 2026 Schedule of EventsCALL 269.383.8778 www.kalamazooexpocenter.com AprilVFW 6252 Auxiliary BingoPlay Bingo on the following Wednesday & Thursday nights in April: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, and 30. … [Read more...] about Kalamazoo County Expo Center – April 2026
MI Flywheelers looking for volunteers
Volunteers are needed to help complete the final stretch of the Black River Railroad at the Michigan Flywheelers Museum.The museum plans to compete the track this fall. SOUTH HAVEN, MI – The Michigan Flywheelers Museum is calling on … [Read more...] about MI Flywheelers looking for volunteers
Blossomtime Pageant Tickets Public Sale: Miss and Mr. Blossomtime Pageant
The Blossomtime Festival is excited to announce that the 2026 Miss Blossomtime and Mr. Blossomtime Pageant/Showcase of Queens is back! This year’s theme, “Blossomtime. . . Oh the places you will see” has inspired two … [Read more...] about Blossomtime Pageant Tickets Public Sale: Miss and Mr. Blossomtime Pageant
Southwest Michigan Regional Airport to Host Harriet Quimby Women of Aviation Fly-In
BENTON HARBOR, MI – Southwest Michigan Regional Airport will host the Harriet Quimby Women of … [Read more...] about Southwest Michigan Regional Airport to Host Harriet Quimby Women of Aviation Fly-In
Michigan State University Extension offering webinar on Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities in May and October
Michigan State University Extension will be hosting two webinars to help local government officials understand their policy options for Short-Term Rentals (STRs). These 90-minute Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities … [Read more...] about Michigan State University Extension offering webinar on Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities in May and October











