Dear Editor, It was an unusual holiday season this year with both the Christmas and New Year celebration days falling on Marcellus News release days! It made me realize just how much I appreciate having this … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor – January 15, 2026
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Village reports sewer overflow
Village of Marcellus, Michigan – The Village of Marcellus reported a sewer overflow from East Lift Station No. 1 on January 3, 2026, after a valve in the system was not opened during operation. The Village’s drinking water system and … [Read more...] about Village reports sewer overflow
Michigan Works! To host February Job Fair
BENTON HARBOR, Mich.- If you’re looking for a job, you’ll want to join Michigan Works! at their next job fair where an estimated 25 employers will be meeting with candidates to fill their open positions. The next event will … [Read more...] about Michigan Works! To host February Job Fair
MSU Extension’s Citizen Planner Program to be offered in Hastings, MI beginning March 3
Michigan State University Extension is offering its premiere Michigan Citizen Planner program in Hastings, MI (Barry County) beginning March 3rd. Citizen Planner offers land use education for locally appointed and elected planning officials … [Read more...] about MSU Extension’s Citizen Planner Program to be offered in Hastings, MI beginning March 3
Turk Seeks Votes for MEC Board
Public Notice – January 15, 2026
Michigan licenses first dental therapist to help increase access to care; address workforce shortages
Ferris State University preparing to launch dental therapy program LANSING, Mich. – As part of an effort by the Michigan Department of Health and … [Read more...] about Michigan licenses first dental therapist to help increase access to care; address workforce shortages
Michigan Lottery Contributes More Than $1 Billion to Schools for Seventh Consecutive Year
Tops $30 Billion in Contribution Since 1972 LANSING, Mich. – Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Michigan Lottery contributed more than $1 billion to the School Aid Fund for the seventh … [Read more...] about Michigan Lottery Contributes More Than $1 Billion to Schools for Seventh Consecutive Year
2026 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade Accepting Applications
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
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