Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present – Meade, Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt and Packer. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and seven guests. Motion by Bitely with support by Packer to … [Read more...] about Porter Township, Van Buren County, MI, Regular Meeting – February 8, 2023
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Layman’s Corner
Q: Lynette writes - I have a question about John 5:39: “You search the scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they which testify of me.” What is the point of searching the scriptures if we really can’t … [Read more...] about Layman’s Corner
Village of Marcellus Notches Big Win
It’s not “if” anymore. Marcellus’ hoped for streetscape project is now a “when.” Marcllus will soon have a look similar to the above rendering once enhancements are made to the downtown area between Centre and Burney streets. Thanks to over … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Notches Big Win
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to MHS Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26
Marcellus Community Schools is pleased to present the Youth Edition of The Wizard of Oz, Saturday, March 25, 7pm, and Sunday, March 26, 2:00pm, in the MHS Varsity Gym. The performance is based on the classic 1939 motion picture … [Read more...] about Follow the Yellow Brick Road to MHS Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26
SOLD! Wild Patch Under New Ownership!
It’s official! Marcellus’ favorite ice cream shop lives on under new ownership. Ron and Pat Welburn, and family, announced Monday, March 6, 2023, that Nicki & Kyle Hostetler, pictured with Remi, are the new owners of the Wild Patch, … [Read more...] about SOLD! Wild Patch Under New Ownership!
Travels with Chris: P & R’s Tony Ruacho joins the journey
Patch & Remington’s Tony Ruacho has joined Chris Nofsinger for part of her cross country bicycle journey in support of the Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library. Here they strike a pose at their truck stop camping site in Simmesport, … [Read more...] about Travels with Chris: P & R’s Tony Ruacho joins the journey
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Stop Right-Wing Censorship of Library Books Sometimes, stupid political ideas beget even stupider political tactics. For example, a faction of right-wing Republicans want to stop public discussion and … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Bits & Pieces: Lemon Blueberry Bread
Lemon Blueberry Bread fresh from the oven by Paula Johnson My cousin, Sue, used to be the Cake Lady of Warren County, Illinois. She made multi-layer wedding cakes, specialty birthday and occasion cakes and scores of cupcakes. She told … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Lemon Blueberry Bread
Where oh Where Does The Marcellus News go each week?
Believe it not, The Marcellus News is mailed each week to 125 cities in 25 states across the US. As of March 6, 2023, this is where The News goes: Alaska: Fairbanks California: Hillsborough, La Verne, Riverside, San Diego Colorado: … [Read more...] about Where oh Where Does The Marcellus News go each week?
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
ESPECIALLY for: Jim, Lynne, Katie, Harold, Tom, Bryan, Jon, Kim, Mike, Mary K8 (OFM) and Madeline by John Mooy I know it’s difficult to believe but there are some people who don’t subscribe to The Marcellus News for whatever reason. … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting
February 14, 2023 President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on February 14, 2023, at the Marcellus Village Hall Council Room. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Welburn, Thomas, … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting
Letter to to the Editor
March 3, 2023 Editor: Thursday evening, March 2nd, at its regularly scheduled meeting the Cass County Board of Commissioners passed a dangerous and ill-conceived resolution. This resolution first states at length the commissioners’ … [Read more...] about Letter to to the Editor