It is that time of year once again when preparations for the annual Grand Floral Parade commence. This longstanding tradition in Southwest Michigan invites participation from new units. If your service club or business would like to … [Read more...] about 2026 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade Accepting Applications
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Beckwith Theatre Company Presents 2nd Annual Local Playwright Festival of 10-Minute Plays
Festival Returns by Popular Demand to Celebrate Southwest Michigan’s Homegrown Theatre Talent\ Dowagiac, MI – Beckwith Theatre Company kicks off its season with the return of the Local Playwright Festival, a dynamic showcase of original … [Read more...] about Beckwith Theatre Company Presents 2nd Annual Local Playwright Festival of 10-Minute Plays
Cheers to 100 years! – Marcellus TWP Library concludes centennial celebration
Library Director Patty Buckhold, far left, does the honors in the library’s Noon Year’s Eve Balloon Drop, December 31. The event was the culmination of a year-long celebration in honor of the library’s centennial. - News Photo … [Read more...] about Cheers to 100 years! – Marcellus TWP Library concludes centennial celebration
SMC names Dr. Klint Pleasant as 9th president
At a special public meeting on December 29, the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees voted to appoint Dr. Klint Pleasant of Rochester Hills, Mich., (pictured) to the position of college President. He is currently the Senior Vice … [Read more...] about SMC names Dr. Klint Pleasant as 9th president
Cass Family Clinic welcomes new LMSW at Mobile Health Clinic
Rachel Schiman will serve as the Mobile Health Clinic’s LMSW CASSOPOLIS, Mich., Dec. 18, 2025 – Cass Family Clinic has announced the appointment of Rachel Schiman, pictured, who will serve as the licensed master social worker for its … [Read more...] about Cass Family Clinic welcomes new LMSW at Mobile Health Clinic
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Decatur VFW Post #6248 Reverse Raffle – January 24
The Decatur VFW Post 6248 is holding a Reverse Raffle, Saturday, January 24, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 11:30p.m. Join us for fun, prizes and celebration! Prizes you can win: • $7,500 Grand Prize. • 50/50 … [Read more...] about Decatur VFW Post #6248 Reverse Raffle – January 24
Cal Thomas for the week of January 5, 2026
Ever Again by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com How many more Jews must die before the world wakes up and does something about it? Maybe that’s the problem: the world doesn’t want to wake up as too many people are fine with hating … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas for the week of January 5, 2026
Jim Hightower for the week of January 5, 2026
Billionaire Money is Corrupting Our Democracy by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com Recent polling confirms what you’d hear if you talked to people at most any Chat & Chew Café across America – namely, our political system is … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower for the week of January 5, 2026
Farm and Food File for the week of January 5, 2026
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com USDA begins 2026 down 20 percent in staff with plans to cut more by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com One of the most under-reported stories of 2025–the departure of more than … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File for the week of January 5, 2026
Bit & Pieces: Tiny Pecan Pies
by Paula Johnson Do you love pecan pie, yet want only one or two bites because it is so rich? Do you love cookies, but feel that making 12 at a time and repeating the in and out of the oven for each batch gets bit tedious and a lot … [Read more...] about Bit & Pieces: Tiny Pecan Pies
