Arrowheadsby John Mooy About this time of the year a fellow came into town (Marcellus) on his small Ford tractor with a plow attached to the back. He would drive up one street and down the next and for a nominal fee would quickly plow … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
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International Non-profit Comes to SongFarmers of Van Buren County Gatherings every 3rd Sunday
SongFarmers of Van Buren County will host a gathering of musicians and listeners on Sunday, June 18, 2023. The event will be held at Porter Township Hall, 88040 M-40, Lawton, MI. This event is Free! Subsequent events will be held the 3rd … [Read more...] about International Non-profit Comes to SongFarmers of Van Buren County Gatherings every 3rd Sunday
Showcasing the DNR: The Kirtland’s Warbler is Many Things
A Kirtland’s warbler is shown perched in a jack pine tree in Lower Michigan by Kathleen LaveyCommunications representative,Forest Resources DivisionMichigan Department of Natural Resources The tiny, gray-and-yellow bird known as the … [Read more...] about Showcasing the DNR: The Kirtland’s Warbler is Many Things
Families Encouraged to Save with MET for their Children’s College Education
Prepaid College-Savings Plan Waiving Enrollment Fees on New Contracts through June 2 LANSING — In celebration of National 529 Day and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s proclamation of May 22 through May 29 as 529 Awareness Week, the Michigan … [Read more...] about Families Encouraged to Save with MET for their Children’s College Education
12 Well-Paying Jobs coming to New Dairy Processing Facility in Constantine
LANSING, Mich. – Last week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined the Michigan Economic Development Corporation in announcing Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) approval of a new dairy processing facility in the village of Constantine that will … [Read more...] about 12 Well-Paying Jobs coming to New Dairy Processing Facility in Constantine
Volunteers Needed for Community Tree Planting Event
Kalamazoo, MI -- ReLeaf Michigan, a statewide non-profit tree organization, in collaboration with Bell’s Brewery, the city of Kalamazoo, the Kalamazoo Washington Square Library, and the Edison Neighborhood Association is looking for … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed for Community Tree Planting Event
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting -May 9, 2023
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on May 9, 2023, at the Marcellus Village Hall Council Room. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Welburn, Thomas, Haley and … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting -May 9, 2023
Annual Memorial Day Ceremony – Monday, May 29, 2023
90 Days in the Hole debuts at Patch & Remington June 2
According to Patch & Remington co-founder Tony Ruacho, “Marcellus has probably never seen anything like this.” This is “90 Days in the Hole” by local artist Vern. The exhibit kicks off the 2023 season of First Fridays in downtown … [Read more...] about 90 Days in the Hole debuts at Patch & Remington June 2
Underground Railroad Days Returns to Vandalia July 8 & 9
The third floor of the Bonine Carriage House west of Vandalia will be open for tours during Underground Railroad Days, July 8 and 9. The Underground Railroad Society of Cass County, Michigan (URSCC) announces Underground Railroad Days … [Read more...] about Underground Railroad Days Returns to Vandalia July 8 & 9
Is That a Goat I See at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park?
Yes, indeed, there are goats at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park, but only temporarily. Goats to Go from Willowbrook Farms are helping with weed control at the park over the Memorial Day weekend. “It certainly may be a goat you see at our Dr. T.K. … [Read more...] about Is That a Goat I See at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park?
Court Employees Donate to Cass County Animal Control
Cass County Juvenile Probation Officer, Alexi Fuller, presents Cass County Animal Control Director, Ron Butts, and Cocoa with the $1,000 donation from the Court Employees’ Jeans Day Program. Cassopolis, MI----- If you stop by the Cass … [Read more...] about Court Employees Donate to Cass County Animal Control