Trinity Bible Church along with the Marcellus and Wakelee United Methodist Churches join to celebrate the 2022 National Day of Prayer on May 5. The theme this year is “Exalt the Lord who has established us” with the supporting … [Read more...] about National Day of Prayer is May 5
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The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Number 42by John Mooy When my wife sees this column, she is going to first say to me, “how do you remember all of that,” followed by, “who else but you would be interested?” And my answer to this often, “the information is from my … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Paw Paw Presbyterian Church Thrift Sale
The annual Presbyterian Church of Paw Paw Thrift Sale is back. The sale is Saturday, April 30, 8:30am to 3:00pm at the Fellowship Hall, 120 Pine Street, Paw Paw. Items for sale include household goods, glassware, gently used men’s, … [Read more...] about Paw Paw Presbyterian Church Thrift Sale
Bits and Pieces: Fast Food
by Paula Johnson Fast food isn’t something that I crave or really even enjoy. I think my arteries thank me, but it has more to do with a variety of good food choices rather than speed and convenience. I rather like the dining experience. … [Read more...] about Bits and Pieces: Fast Food
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings Regular Meeting March 22, 2022
President Welburn called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on March 22, 2022. Trustees present: Simmons, Irwin, Thomas, Wilcox, and Webb. Trustee Oswalt was absent. Agenda Motion by Irwin, … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings Regular Meeting March 22, 2022
Porter Township Van Buren County Regular Meeting March 9, 2022
Trustee Bitely called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present – Bitely, Meade, Packer and Nesbitt. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and twelve guests. Motion by Packer with support by Meade to approve the … [Read more...] about Porter Township Van Buren County Regular Meeting March 9, 2022
Newberg Township April 2022 General Meeting
The General Board Meeting, held at the Newberg Township Fire Department was called to order on April 11, 2022 at 7pm. Minutes from the March 14th meeting were approved as written. Reports: Assessor: Nothing to report. Ordinance: … [Read more...] about Newberg Township April 2022 General Meeting
SMC Debuts New Fight Song during Collage Concert
Southwestern Michigan College’s community will hear its new fight song for the first time as the finale to the April 21 Collage Concert. SMC Bands alumni have been invited back to play on the debut under the direction of retired … [Read more...] about SMC Debuts New Fight Song during Collage Concert
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Business Spotlight: Local Driver Wants Others to BeeSeen
Local business owner, truck driver, inventor and patent holder, Tom Chupp, unveils his self-cleaning semi tail light. “People need to be able to see you,” says long-time semi driver Tom Chupp of Marcellus. “I think it should be on every … [Read more...] about Business Spotlight: Local Driver Wants Others to BeeSeen
Good News Emanates from Marcellus’ Premier Art Gallery
Artist and jewelry designer Laura Cathcart was the guest of honor at an artist’s reception, Saturday, April 9, at Patch & Remington. Her vibrant and compelling abstract works are on exhibit through April. The vibrant and compelling … [Read more...] about Good News Emanates from Marcellus’ Premier Art Gallery
Marcellus Memories
Musical Memories from 1973 The Marcellus High School Jazz Band - the first of its kind at MHS - c. 1973 under the direction of Kenneth C. Schutter (back row, far right). The photo is from their smash-hit album, Marcellus High School … [Read more...] about Marcellus Memories