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Memories from The Marcellus News – September 17
From The Marcellus News – September 17, 1959: The Marcellus Wildcats will officially open their 1959 gridiron season Friday evening, September 18, when they host the Cassopolis Rangers. The game, which begins at 8 p.m., will makr the “Cats” first performance under the guidance of football coach Paul Gunderman and assistant coach Dan Kruger. […]
Turbo Talks Sports: Are the Lions complete frauds???
Yep. We are asking that question yet again. Why might you ask? The Lions lost to the Eagles on Sunday night and they didn’t look all that hot. The Eagles came away with a big win and that left more questions amongst Lions fans. I have seen folks online wondering why they believed in any […]
DNR reports Allegan County’s first CWD-positive wild deer
This photo was submitted to the Michigan DNR by a Leighton Township resident who reported the emaciated doe. On exam at the DNR’s Wildlife Disease Lab, the deer was noted to be in poor physical condition with no body fat. Leighton Township is located in northeast Allegan County. Allegan is now the 17th Michigan county […]
MEC/SMC Fiber Cup esports results
(Cassopolis, MI) – Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC), in partnership with Southwestern Michigan College (SMC), held the third annual Fiber Cup esports video game tournament in southwest Michigan on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025. Ten teams of three competed in a double-elimination Rocket League tournament hosted in the MEC Esports Arena at SMC’s Barbara Wood Building. […]
Guide helps you pick, plant trees that will thrive in your space
Thinking of planting a new tree in your yard? Put down that shovel for a minute and check out the new Michigan Communities Tree Species Selection Guide. “Think of this guide as a menu of tree species with information to help you make an informed decision when you want to plant,” said Lawrence Law, forester with […]
Think ‘Beyond the Bin’ at this free grain marketing workshop on December 4
The Beyond the Bin Grain Marketing workshop takes a hands-on approach to covering foundational marketing principles. One RUP credit is available. By Nicolle Ritchie, Michigan State University Extension There’s more to farming than successfully growing a crop, but navigating grain marketing can be overwhelming. Where do you begin? What drives your decisions? What choices are […]
MSU Extension Van Buren County Hosts Workshop on Communicating through Conflict This Holiday Season
This winter season the Michigan State University (MSU) Extension Van Buren County office will be hosting an in-person workshop to help folks get through conflicts a little better. From challenging coworkers to frustrating family members, the holidays can be filled with conflicts. That is why it is especially important to develop and maintain positive relationships by gaining skills to handle conflict competently. Join MSU Extension on Saturday, December 6th for a two-hour interactive Communicating through Conflict workshop that will provide participants with tools and […]
Enroll now for MSU Extension’s popular Introduction to Lakes Online course
Register today for this unique opportunity to learn about inland lakes. Michigan residents are fortunate to live in a state rich with over 11,000 inland lakes, offering clean water, scenic views, and diverse wildlife. As fall winds down, now is a great time for those who enjoy our lakes to learn more about them and how […]
Board of Commissioners appoints Cass County administrator
Board Chair Jeremiah Jones and Administrator Jennifer Rentfrow CASS COUNTY, Mich. — The Cass County Board of Commissioners voted Thursday, November 6, to offer the position of county administrator to Jennifer Rentfrow. Rentfrow, of Edwardsburg, has served as interim county administrator eight of the last 11 months, beginning in December 2024, and has been […]
MDHHS directs SNAP vendor to resume issuing full payments for November
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has directed its Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT vendor to once again begin issuing full SNAP benefits to Michigan SNAP recipients. SNAP recipients who normally receive their benefits on the ninth of the month should receive their full SNAP allotment within […]
