Brent Robinson of BJR Ranch drives his team of Austrian Halflingers, John and Wayne, during First Friday, July 1. His assistant and fellow draft horse driver is his great niece Josie Adams. Agritourism is where agriculture and tourism … [Read more...] about BJR Ranch: Agriculture + Tourism and some great stories!
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Gyllstrom Garners Top Award for Pineapple Cake
Evelyn Gyllstrom, Marcellus, shows off her first place award in the Great Marcellus Bake Off There were no hanging chads or reports of chicanery in the Great Marcellus Bake Off, just an overwhelming appreciation for Evelyn Gyllstrom’s … [Read more...] about Gyllstrom Garners Top Award for Pineapple Cake
Happy Anniversary, G. W. Jones Exchange Bank – 145 Years of Good Service
On May 28, 1977, the officers of the G. W. Jones Exchange Bank hosted a Centennial Celebration for the bank’s 100th birthday. The large cake was decorated as a replica of the bank’s stone front. Pictured (left to right) in a News … [Read more...] about Happy Anniversary, G. W. Jones Exchange Bank – 145 Years of Good Service
Making Marcellus Memories: First Friday – July 1, 2022
Photos courtesy of Megan Schuur Photography  The Terrill’s clan decked out in red, white and blue for First Friday, July 1. Pictured are (back row left to right) Ron Terrill, Jacqueline Terrill, Dane Terrill, and Brandon Millis. Front … [Read more...] about Making Marcellus Memories: First Friday – July 1, 2022
Romig Continues to Circulate after 22 Years
Larry Romig, US Veteran and man about town, is celebrating 22 years as the Circulation Manager of The Marcellus News. Each week, Romig delivers copies of The News to the local newsstands at Terrill’s Market, Johnny’s Market, and Lawson’s. … [Read more...] about Romig Continues to Circulate after 22 Years
Bits & Pieces: Girl Scout Badges
by Paula Johnson One part of my guided/controlled journey through childhood included a few years in Brownies and Girl Scouts. My mother was a joiner, so I was enlisted to join scouting. Possibly to ensure that I attended meetings or … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Girl Scout Badges
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Jury-rigged by John Mooy A fellow I had met several times by the name of Les was quite an interesting individual. He grew up in southern California and during his lifetime he would become a track star at the college level, an inventor … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Judas Priest at Wings Event Center October 21
Kalamazoo, MI—One of heavy metal’s all-time greats, Judas Priest, will get the opportunity to celebrate their 50th anniversary again this year with the launch of a new North American fall tour. The 50 Heavy Metal Years Tour will also … [Read more...] about Judas Priest at Wings Event Center October 21
Krasl Art Fair: Know Before You Go!
ST. JOSEPH, MI – The 60th Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff is Friday, and Saturay, July 9 and 10. 172 artists from across the nation will turn Lake Bluff Park into an outdoor art experience at the largest fundraiser for Krasl Art Center (KAC). … [Read more...] about Krasl Art Fair: Know Before You Go!
Less than four weeks remain until statewide primary election
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson reminds voters that just under four weeks remain until Michigan’s statewide primary elections on Tuesday, Aug. 2. Voters can already cast their ballot from home or vote early in person by absentee ballot at … [Read more...] about Less than four weeks remain until statewide primary election
2022 West Michigan Photo Contest Now Accepting Entries
WEST MICHIGAN - The West Michigan Tourist Association (WMTA) is excited to announce the launch of their 2022 West Michigan Photo Contest. With so much beauty found in West Michigan, the West Michigan Tourist Association wants travelers to … [Read more...] about 2022 West Michigan Photo Contest Now Accepting Entries
Wightman Wins Engineering Award for Cassopolis Project
BENTON HARBOR, MICH.—The American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan (ACEC/M) honored Wightman with an Engineering Merit Award for its work on the Cassopolis Transformation Project for the Village of Cassopolis. One of 10 awards … [Read more...] about Wightman Wins Engineering Award for Cassopolis Project