“All her life she had never had intimates, except for her father, Oscar Klebs, Lafe Resnick, Pat Bramble, Eleanor, and Dr. Wormser. Yet she had always been in crowds. She discovered now that the purpose of travel is not to seek new people, … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “All her life she never had intimates. . .”
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News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of April 27, 2026
The Marcellus Twp Library is pleased to host our Local Author Fair during the May First Friday event from 5 PM - 7 PM. Stop by to meet eleven local authors, buy a book, get it signed, or just chat with local authors. Refreshments are … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of April 27, 2026
Memories from The Marcellus News – April 30
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Chew the Fat
by John Mooy I know that many of my columns start with the phrase, “when I was little and growing up.” And since that time, I’ve often added something to that phrase to make it even more engaging. “When I was little and growing up … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Chew the Fat
Bits & Pieces: Pondering
by Paula Johnson Sometimes one can get so old that we take things for granted. Like seeing things or reading something. A few weeks ago, I was reading an article, and the writer mentioned a steno pad. For whatever … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Pondering
Farm and Food File for the week of April 27, 2026
Bet on fertilizer cartel, not the disorganized DOJ or late-coming USDA by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com The maddening part of today’s fertilizer crush is not the steep price spikes that hit U.S. farmers immediately after the … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File for the week of April 27, 2026
Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Forget Being “Moderate”
Forget Being “Moderate”--Democrats Should Be the Mad-As-Hell Party by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com There are towns in Texas named New Deal, Fair Play, Progresso, Utopia, -- and even Buck Naked! But what you won’t … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: Forget Being “Moderate”
Cal Thomas: As Goes Virginia
WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA - FEBRUARY 24: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivers the Democratic response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address on February 24, 2026 in Williamsburg, Virginia. Spanberger is serving in her … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas: As Goes Virginia
Cass District Library May 2026 Program Schedule
Guest opinion: Entrepreneurship is vital to rural communities
by Kim PrestonLending Services Director, Center for Rural Affairs Small businesses play a critical role in creating jobs, driving economic growth, and contributing to the overall well-being of rural communities. In many … [Read more...] about Guest opinion: Entrepreneurship is vital to rural communities
2026 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade, Saturday, May 9
Blossomtime is delighted to welcome back the Pokagon Band/Four Winds Casinos as their official 2026 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade sponsor. The parade will take place on Saturday, May 9 at 1 p.m. The Blossomtime Festival is … [Read more...] about 2026 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade, Saturday, May 9
American Gold Star Mothers Walk-a-Thon for suicide awareness, May 17
The American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. – Western Michigan Chapter is currently seeking the communities of Southwest Michigan’s help in bringing awareness to the tragedy of Military and Veteran Suicide. We will be hosting our 4rd … [Read more...] about American Gold Star Mothers Walk-a-Thon for suicide awareness, May 17