“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign encourages sober driving The end of summer is traditionally marked by the Labor Day holiday and is a time for friends and families to enjoy pool parties, backyard barbecues and late-summer road … [Read more...] about Stay safe on the roads as Labor Day holiday nears
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Elder Abuse: Combating Injustice
By Hillary HatchSocial Security Public Affairs Specialist Elder abuse is the intentional mistreatment or harming of an older person. An older person is defined by the Social Security Act as someone over age 60. This abuse takes many … [Read more...] about Elder Abuse: Combating Injustice
Michigan Flywheelers celebrates 40 years of hosting old engine and tractor shows
SOUTH HAVEN, MI - Four decades ago a small group of old engine guys got together and hauled their antique hit-n-miss engines to a friend’s house and held their first show. Forty years later, that show has turned into one of the largest … [Read more...] about Michigan Flywheelers celebrates 40 years of hosting old engine and tractor shows
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor, I wanted to write to you about a wonderful experience I had recently due to a sweet generous neighbor, Marilyn Eddy. My two granddaughters, Nealani (10) and Asiri (8), were visiting from Germany. I’d heard that Marilyn … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor
Afternoon with the Arts: An Art Reception Featuring Artist Patrick Thomas and the Paw Paw Community Chorus
The Paw Paw Community Chorus will be performing in collaboration with Artist Patrick Thomas on Sunday September 10 at the Portage District Library from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. The chorus, under the direction of Theresa Vaughn, will be … [Read more...] about Afternoon with the Arts: An Art Reception Featuring Artist Patrick Thomas and the Paw Paw Community Chorus
Cass County veteran donates cemetery plots to fellow veterans in need
CASS COUNTY, Mich. — A Cass County resident has found a way to give one final thanks to four local veterans. Cass County Veterans Coordinator Karee Krause announced during the Aug. 17 Board of Commissioners Committee of the Whole meeting … [Read more...] about Cass County veteran donates cemetery plots to fellow veterans in need
Marcellus Memories
August 22, 1968: Supervisors Okay Sunday Sale of Liquor in County: On August 13, Cass County joined the list of counties in Michigan to approve the sale of liquor on Sunday at restaurants, hotels and clubs where food is the main item of … [Read more...] about Marcellus Memories
Showcasing the DNR: Celebrating a century of Fort Wilkins as a state park
A modern bird’s eye view of Fort Wilkins, including Lake Fannie Hooe. By Barry JamesHistorian, Michigan History Center This summer, Fort Wilkins, located a mile east of the village of Copper Harbor in Keweenaw County, is turning 100 … [Read more...] about Showcasing the DNR: Celebrating a century of Fort Wilkins as a state park
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, August 8, 2023
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on August 8, 2023, in the Marcellus Village Hall Council Room. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Welburn, Thomas, Haley and … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, August 8, 2023
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Shingledecker Takes ‘Best of Show’ Honors in Frolic’s Classic Car Show
The third annual Bluegill Frolic Classic Car & Bike Show was a real draw on Saturday, August 19. Kudos to organizer Brian New for making this an integral part of the Frolic. Fifty vehicles lined Main Street from Burney to the railroad … [Read more...] about Shingledecker Takes ‘Best of Show’ Honors in Frolic’s Classic Car Show
Bluegill Frolic 2023: We came! We saw! We Frolicked!
2023 Bluegill Frolic Parade Grand Marshall Jimmy Shannon got a royal reception during the parade, Saturday, August 19. From the best band in the land to the Goff Lake Campground golf cart contingent, the parade was full of vibrant color, … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic 2023: We came! We saw! We Frolicked!