USDA-----Michigan farmers planted more corn acres and fewer soybean acres in 2023 than they did in 2022. Periods of cold and wet weather throughout the spring hindered fieldwork activities, but dryer, warmer conditions in mid- to late May … [Read more...] about Michigan Acreage Summary/June Hogs and Pigs
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Michigan traffic fatalities remain alarmingly high
Data shows some good news as teen and alcohol-involved deaths decreased during 2022 Michigan traffic crash deaths remained above 1,100 according to recently released data from the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information … [Read more...] about Michigan traffic fatalities remain alarmingly high
History vs story: Tower mural gets it ‘right’ this time
The Bear Clan will soon welcome visitors arriving from the south thanks to the collaboration between muralist Ruth Andrews, the Jones family, and the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi. The previous mural, originally painted for the G. W. Jones … [Read more...] about History vs story: Tower mural gets it ‘right’ this time
Cass County Historical Society Gets Grand Tour at ELF/BRV
Chris Ryback, Director of IT and Heritage at the Edward Lowe Foundation, Cassopolis, served as tour guide for the Cass County Historical Society during the group’s outing to Big Rock Valley Farm. From a 1986 TV commercial:“In 1947, this … [Read more...] about Cass County Historical Society Gets Grand Tour at ELF/BRV
It takes a Village! Food Pantry Ready to Relocate
submitted by Estela Salazar The Marcellus Community Food Pantry was established in 2009, by a group of volunteers who recognized the need for a Pantry here in our Community. The Marcellus Community Food Pantry started out helping only a … [Read more...] about It takes a Village! Food Pantry Ready to Relocate
Bits & Pieces: Healthy Eating
by Paula Johnson There are many mothers out there whom I know try hard to feed their children (and husbands) nutritious meals. With so many other non-nutritious choices plus fast-food at nearly every inhale point, the challenges are … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Healthy Eating
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The Ever Popular Sweet Toothby John Mooy Did you ever have a hankering for something sweet? Of course, all of us have. This is all a part of helping us to develop self control. However, there are certain delights that when presented to … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Imperial Furniture Tent Sale!
Edwards Corners Bible Church Vacation Bible School 2023
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com The Most Influential Musician You Never Heard Of When you think of Americans whose music has made a lasting difference, you might think of Scott Joplin, Woody Guthrie, Maybelle Carter, Harry Belafonte… or … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Is it really a good idea to burn parcels of land on purpose in order to prevent the spread of actual wildfires? -- C. Hudson, Mesa, … [Read more...] about EarthTalk®
Patch & Remington hosts ‘Art After Dark’ Saturday, July 1
The public is invited to experience an after dark viewing of the current exhibition, “90 Days in the Hole,” Saturday, July 1 at 8:00PM. for “90 Days in the Hole” is a reference to the 90 days (February to May 2023) that it … [Read more...] about Patch & Remington hosts ‘Art After Dark’ Saturday, July 1