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  Cranberry Lake Campground, 10301 Bent Road, Marcellus, welcomes all to a special Peace Celebration, in honor of the International Day of Peace, Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21.    The event begins Friday at … [Read more...] about Peace Celebration at Cranberry Lake Campground, September 19 – 21

by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com Anger is building; solutions are fleeting The farmers who spoke at a Sept. 2 meeting with congressional officials in Brookland, AR were respectful, plain-spoken, and worried, according to the … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File for the week of September 15, 2025

by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com She fled Ukraine for fear she might be killed in the war with Russia and came to America where she thought she might be safe. She was wrong.    Iryna Zarutska, 23, was sitting alone on a train … [Read more...] about Cal Thomas: The Girl on the Train

by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com My life goals have never included making a lot of money… and I’ve certainly succeeded in that regard. Yet, I do consider myself rich. Not like the Wall Street “richie-rich,” but in the modest … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower – America’s #1 Populist: No need to raise social security taxes – make the rich pay their full share!

by Paula Johnson  The first full weekend in September was a special weekend for the three Hinrichs’ kids and all the extended families. John’s wife, Gina, spent over a year preparing for the art event that would bring many of us … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Reunion Day One

by John Mooy Marcellus was a mecca for anyone growing up there who had an interest in the out-of-doors, nature and what exploring the rivers, lakes and wooded areas might lead young “explorers” to come across on a warm sunny summer … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: The Magnificent Monarch

 “The only thing that you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.”― Albert Einstein.     This week’s book selections feature libraries as the center of our human connection.    In The Book … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library for the week of September 15, 2025

Why talk to a chatbot when you can ask a human beingand share the answer with others? Ever had a question about a certain doctrine or about a certain belief? Pastor Donnie of the Marcellus United Methodist Church will explore, … [Read more...] about “Life’s Big Questions: Ask a Pastor”

“Authentic love must be founded on reciprocal recognition of two freedoms.” -Simone De Beauvoir by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United Methodist Churchpastordonnieb@outlook.com   An odd choice you might say for a “Contemplation … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “Authentic love. . . “

Climate change is taking a toll on humans’ eye health and health care professionals are wondering what to do. Dear EarthTalk: What’s the connection between global warming and increased eye problems for humans?      —Pauline Mercy, … [Read more...] about EarthTalk® – From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine

The Bluegill Frolic is seeking a Parade Director to oversee and manage all aspects of the annual parade. This role is essential to ensuring smooth operations, strong community participation, and a successful event for our town. Key … [Read more...] about Bluegill Frolic seeks committee members