by John Mooy I was on my traditional Saturday morning run to the dump when I pulled off to the side of the road next to a large blueberry field. I was off the road far enough so I could safely get out of the truck. … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: For the Birds
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News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 16, 2026
Let’s get crafty at the Library! Our craft events are some of our most popular. Every Tuesday from 5-7PM, bring your unfinished project to work on for “Craft and Chat”. At the end of this month, we are introducing a new … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of March 16, 2026
Contemplation Corner: “Men can starve from a lack of self-realization . . .”
“Men can starve from a lack of self-realization as much as they can from a lack of bread.”― Richard Wright, Native Son by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United Methodist Churchpastordonnieb@outlook.com Now, from a … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Men can starve from a lack of self-realization . . .”
Guest Opinion: Farm, Food, and National Security Act passed out of House Ag Committee
by Kalee Olson, senior policy managerCenter for Rural Affairs On March 5, the House Committee on Agriculture passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act, taking the first step in yet another attempt to pass new farm … [Read more...] about Guest Opinion: Farm, Food, and National Security Act passed out of House Ag Committee
Earth Talk: River Otters
After a tough 300 years or so, river otters are finally starting to come back across the United States thanks to the efforts of dedicated conservationists. Credit: Pexels.com. From the Editors of E - The Environmental Magazine Dear … [Read more...] about Earth Talk: River Otters
MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program launches new self-paced Fruit Pest Management course
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Michigan State University’s Pesticide Safety Education Program has released a new self-paced online course designed to help pesticide applicators strengthen their fruit pest management skills and … [Read more...] about MSU Pesticide Safety Education Program launches new self-paced Fruit Pest Management course
2026 Cass County Historical Society lectures and events
Come be part of the show – Beckwith Theatre announces auditions for “1776”
1776: The seminal event in American History blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons: proud, frightened, uncertain, … [Read more...] about Come be part of the show – Beckwith Theatre announces auditions for “1776”
Krasl Art Center Announces 2026 Label Design Competition: Krasl Handcrafted
[St. Joseph, MI, March 16, 2026] - Krasl Art Center is pleased to announce a new artist competition to help the organization prepare for the 2026 Krasl Art Fair on the Bluff. It is a regional competition with the region … [Read more...] about Krasl Art Center Announces 2026 Label Design Competition: Krasl Handcrafted
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting – February 24, 2026
President Irwin called the scheduled regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on February 24, 2026, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Webb, Haley M., Haley G. and … [Read more...] about Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting – February 24, 2026
Four tornadoes recorded in southwest Michigan, March 6
The Cass County Sheriff’s Office released the above photo of some of the damage caused by an EF-1 tornado that touched down near Edwardsburg, Friday, March 6. The storm moved northeast creating even greater damage in Three Rivers and Union … [Read more...] about Four tornadoes recorded in southwest Michigan, March 6
Woodhouse places 3rd in State Wrestling Finals
MHS junior Brock Woodhouse wrestled his way to the third spot on the podium during the MHSAA State Wrestling Championship, March 6 and 7, at Ford Field Detroit. Woodhouse returned home Sunday, March 8, and was greeted by a Marcellus Fire … [Read more...] about Woodhouse places 3rd in State Wrestling Finals