“A man will be imprisoned in a room with a door that’s unlocked and opens inwards; as long as it does not occur to him to pull rather than push.” – Ludwig Wittgenstein – Culture and Value by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “A man will be imprisoned in a room with a door that’s unlocked and opens inwards;’
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Have Questions? Ask a Pastor – October 16, 2025
Pastor Donnie Brooks of the Marcellus United Methodist Church answers your questions at pastordonnieb@outlook.com Pastor Donnie, is “Christian nationalism” Christian?Part I It was difficult to find a good formulation of … [Read more...] about Have Questions? Ask a Pastor – October 16, 2025
Porter TWP – Van Buren County – Meeting Minutes
Election Commission Meeting - September 10, 2025 Supervisor Oxley called the meeting to order at 6:50p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – four … [Read more...] about Porter TWP – Van Buren County – Meeting Minutes
Home Arts Club to Meet
The Marcellus Home Arts Club will meet Wednesday, October 22, at 6 p.m. at the Wakelee Bible Church. The evening’s program is a Fall Craft. We will be sharing a memory about Halloween for the roll call. ### … [Read more...] about Home Arts Club to Meet
Public Notices – October 16, 2025
Marcellus Community Food Pantry Supports Families in Need Through the Meijer Simply Give Hunger Relief Program
Campaign set to run through December 27, 2025 Marcellus, MI – Marcellus Community Food Pantry is proud to announce a partnership with Meijer to provide much-needed relief to local families facing food insecurity through the retailer’s … [Read more...] about Marcellus Community Food Pantry Supports Families in Need Through the Meijer Simply Give Hunger Relief Program
Heartfelt Thanks to the MHS Class of 2026
To the Editor: On behalf of our family, I would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere and heart-felt gratitude to the Marcellus class of 2026 for their efforts and commitment in refurbishing Ray Gyllstrom … [Read more...] about Heartfelt Thanks to the MHS Class of 2026
Marine Corps 250th Birthday Celebration
Marine Corps 250th Birthday CelebrationSaturday, November 8, 2025Marcellus VFW Post #4054 Social hour 5:00, Dinner 6:00 PM, Program 7:00Prime Rib or Cornish Game Hen, Amish Green beans, salad bar, Baked Potato, dinner roll, birthday … [Read more...] about Marine Corps 250th Birthday Celebration
Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of October 6
Below is this week’s list of Team RickWorld’s lastest reading adventures in the Marcellus Library’s Read Through the Decades Challenge. Justin Ware: Apaprently is continuing to read a really long book. . . Katy Essex: He’s Not … [Read more...] about Team RickWorld: What we’re reading the week of October 6
Cass District Library invites the public to “Meet the Director”
Cass District Library invites the public to meet new Director Chris Korenowsky. Public meet and greets will be held at the following locations: Mason Union Branch17049 US-12, EdwardsburgMonday, October 20: 4:00 - 7:00 PM Howard … [Read more...] about Cass District Library invites the public to “Meet the Director”
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Sidewalk Gate. . . Several Stories
by John Mooy If you have ever read my column in The Marcellus News, you’ve noticed that through the years I have worked relatively hard to make certain I avoided the entanglement I might experience if I delved too deeply into the … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Sidewalk Gate. . . Several Stories
Bits & Pieces: October Trivia
by Paula Johnson Happy Halloween! I don’t mean to trick any of you. I want you to find all these as treats. Questions:1. In which state is Happy Hour illegal?2. How did Juicy Fruit gum become famous in the grocery store business?3. … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: October Trivia