Thelda Mathews, seated, was honored recently by the SMC Board of Trustees. With Thelda are, left to right, SMC President Dr. Joe Odenwald, former president Dr. David Mathews, and SMC Board Chairman Tom Jerdon. Thelda … [Read more...] about SMC Honors Thelda Mathews
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South Haven Hosts Inaugural Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge
The South Haven/Van Buren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (SHVB CVB) announced the launch of the Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge, running through the end of October 2024. Visitors and locals are invited to explore South Haven’s … [Read more...] about South Haven Hosts Inaugural Pure Michigan Trail Town Challenge
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Buonarrotiby John Mooy This is a bit of an unusual name. Did he grow up in Marcellus? Perhaps he was from Lawton or Schoolcraft. Do you recognize the name? You do know of him. How about if I help and give you his first name, … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Bits & Pieces: June Trivia
A budget-friendly alarm clock: the knocker-upper by Paula Johnson Questions:1. Who was Billy the Kid?2. When someone sneezes, what does the common German reply, “Gesundheit,” mean?3. What is a kerfuffle?4. What is the name of the … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: June Trivia
Farm and Food File
Mexico’s president-elect faces longstanding ag problems by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com While Americans still face a long season of political campaigning, more than 80 other nations this year or are about to go to the … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Should Congress Honor Donald Trump with a Medal, a Statue… or What? by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Here’s a member of Congress with too much time on his hands… and way too little of anything on his mind. Greg Steube … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental impacts of the widespread legalization of marijuana in recent years? -- Mac Styles, Tallahassee, FL Cannabis is an … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Latest DNR survey shows stable wolf population in Michigan
The survey estimates 762 wolves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, showing a consistent population for the past 14 years The 2024 winter wolf population survey estimate from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources found a minimum of 762 … [Read more...] about Latest DNR survey shows stable wolf population in Michigan
Cass District Library – July 2024 Programs
T’ai Chi with Alyse Knepple Mondays at 11am – Mason/Union Branch Join Alyse Knepple at the Mason/Union Branch for T’ai Chi. T’ai Chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Alyse will offer a free introductory class, … [Read more...] about Cass District Library – July 2024 Programs
CDL Explores Southwest Michigan’s Culinary Tapestry with MI Notable Author Visit
by Molly HarwoodCDL MARKETING & PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR Cass District Library brought together food enthusiasts, literary aficionados, and curious minds alike for a captivating journey into Southwest Michigan’s culinary heritage … [Read more...] about CDL Explores Southwest Michigan’s Culinary Tapestry with MI Notable Author Visit
News Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, the library is highlighting two new adult non-fiction books available to our readers. The Conservative Environmentalist: Common Sense Solutions for a Sustainable Future by Beni Backer. Backer, Founder and Executive Chairman of … [Read more...] about News Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library