by Paula Johnson Thought I would try a little different format for Bits and Pieces with tidbits of information. I usually do a little quiz, but some things just need a little more explanation than a simple answer. 1. How many U.S. … [Read more...] about Bits and Pieces: New Trivia
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Home Arts: The Marcellus Home Arts club will meet on Wednesday, June 22, for potluck. The meeting will begin at 6:00 o’clock at Hemlock Lake campground. Chicken will be provided. Members are asked to bring a dish to pass. … [Read more...] about Community Announcements/News
New State-record Flathead Catfish Tops 53 pounds
Lloyd Tanner, from Hobart, Indiana, was fishing the St. Joe River in Berrien County in the early-morning hours Sunday, May 29, when he caught a flathead catfish weighing 53.35 pounds and measuring 48 inches. While fishing with cut bait … [Read more...] about New State-record Flathead Catfish Tops 53 pounds
Village of Marcellus DDA Job Opportunity
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
In March, the school board approved the addition of an Agriscience program and a Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter. Last month, the school board hired Abby Asmus (pictured) to fill the teaching position and lead the new … [Read more...] about Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
Great Marcellus Bake-off
Porter Township Public Notices
Porter Township Minutes
Porter Township Van Buren County, Michigan Budget Workshop, May 11, 2022 Supervisor Oxley called the Budget Workshop to order at 6:30 p.m. Members present- Meade, Nesbitt, Oxley and Packer. Also present – Attorney … [Read more...] about Porter Township Minutes
When the Lemonade Stand Makes Bank: Young entrepreneurs and taxes
Teens and young adults often go into business for themselves over the summer or after school. This work can include babysitting, lawn mowing, dog walking or other part-time or temporary work. When a teen or young adult is an employee of a … [Read more...] about When the Lemonade Stand Makes Bank: Young entrepreneurs and taxes
St. Julian Winery’s Ciao Bolle Awarded Double Gold at 2022 Rosé Competition
PAW PAW, MI - Michigan’s longest operating winery, St. Julian Winery, has added more esteemed awards to its portfolio following this year’s THE Rosé competition held in May at the Fort Lauderdale women’s Club in South Florida. St. … [Read more...] about St. Julian Winery’s Ciao Bolle Awarded Double Gold at 2022 Rosé Competition
Michigan Dept. of Agriculture & Rural Development Announces 2022 Grant Recipients for County Fairs
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) Director Gary McDowell today announced the recipients of the 2022 competitive grants to county fairs to make building and other capital improvements on … [Read more...] about Michigan Dept. of Agriculture & Rural Development Announces 2022 Grant Recipients for County Fairs
COVID Emergency Rental Assistance Program Application Period to end June 30
Michigan renters, landlords encouraged to apply as soon as possible ahead of deadline LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) has announced that it will soon have enough applications through the COVID … [Read more...] about COVID Emergency Rental Assistance Program Application Period to end June 30