by Paula Johnson Normally, I enjoy what some might call heavy reading. As a social science major (history, geography, civics/government, economics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology), I gravitate toward non-fiction. If I chose … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: A Reading Pile
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Memories from The Marcellus News – February 5
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Kyle
by John Mooy I received this email from our dear friend Tina who lives in Colorado. I have worked in a number of teaching situations in which we worked with lawyers. In short, our classes would feature story (how you … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Kyle
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library – February 5, 2026
“For there is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.”--Amanda Gorman, National Youth Poet Laureate February is Black History Month, watch this column for new books … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library – February 5, 2026
Contemplation Corner for February 5, 2026
“The tyranny of this dictatorship isn’t primarily the fault of Big Business, nor of the demagogues who do their dirty work. It’s the fault of Doremus Jessup! Of all the conscientious, respectable, lazy-minded Doremus Jessups, who have let … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner for February 5, 2026
DIFS Promotes MI Open Accounts to Ensure Electronic Payments Access
(LANSING, MICH) – With tax season upon us, the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is reminding Michiganders that now is the time to establish a relationship with a bank or credit union, as the federal government … [Read more...] about DIFS Promotes MI Open Accounts to Ensure Electronic Payments Access
A weekend of frosty fun at the 2026 Ice Fest, Feb. 6-8
ST. JOSEPH, Mich. —St. Joseph, Mich, is renowned as a four-season water wonderland, with Lake Michigan and nearby rivers and inland lakes. This time of year, the city’s focus turns to frozen water during the 2025 Ice Fest. Presented by … [Read more...] about A weekend of frosty fun at the 2026 Ice Fest, Feb. 6-8
Public Notices – February 5, 2026
Marcellus Township – December 16, 2025
Regular Board Meeting Minutes - December 16, 2025 Supervisor Koshar called the meeting to order at 6:00pm. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Brian Lamoreaux. Roll Call: Koshar, Mroz, Schick, Hess, and Plummer Motion by Hess, … [Read more...] about Marcellus Township – December 16, 2025
Township talks trash and like the Phoenix the old dump may rise again
by Kay Schten McAdam, EditorThe Marcellus News There is no such thing as ‘away.’ When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere. – Annie Leonard, authorand former Executive Director of Greenpeace International But … [Read more...] about Township talks trash and like the Phoenix the old dump may rise again
Cass District Library to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Edwardsburg Branch
Rendering of the new Cass District Library Edwardsburg Branch EDWARDSBURG, MI – [January 22, 2026] – The Cass District Library (CDL) is thrilled to announce a date for the grand opening of its new, state-of-the-art Edwardsburg … [Read more...] about Cass District Library to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Edwardsburg Branch
Cass County Board of Commissioners approve 2026 committee assignments
The Cass County Board of Commissioners. In front, left to right, Sam Barrera, District 6; Michael Grice, District 5; Alan Northrop, District 3, and Roseann Marchetti, District 7. In back, left to right, Thomas Langley, District 1, James … [Read more...] about Cass County Board of Commissioners approve 2026 committee assignments












