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Porter Township, Lawton MI – August 2026 Meeting Minutes
Bankson Lake Weed Special Assessment District Public Hearing – August 12, 2026 Supervisor Oxley called the Bankson Lake Weed Special Assessment District public hearing to order at 6:45 p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, and Smith. Also present – 25 guests. Supervisor Oxley closed the Bankson Lake Weed Special Assessment District public hearing […]
Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale Returns August 8–10, 2025!
The US-12 Heritage Trail Garage Sale: A 200-Mile Treasure Hunt Across Southern Michigan Get ready, bargain hunters and treasure seekers! The beloved US-12 Heritage Trail Garage Sale—affectionately known as Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale—returns Friday, August 8 through Sunday, August 10, 2025. Spanning over 200 miles from New Buffalo to Detroit, this annual tradition invites thousands to explore the unique […]
Terrill’s Grand Reopening: I just want to see this store be the best service to the community that it possibly can be
Blake Terrill, right, with father and partner Dane Terrill welcomed the multitudes to the Grand Reopening of Terrill’s Market, 119 E. Main, Marcellus, Friday, July 18. Blake has implemented many changes to the market since taking the helm one year ago. – News Photo “I’m young and optimistic and believe that anything […]
Village of Marcellus Celebrates Successful High-Water Grant Project
A Brighter, Drier Future for Residents and Businesses on East Read Street MARCELLUS, MI – July 8, 2025 – The Village of Marcellus is proud to announce the progress and positive outcomes of its High-Water Infrastructure Grant Project, a project that has dramatically improved stormwater management and enhanced the aesthetic appeal of a section of […]
MHS Class of 2026 students hope to leave a legacy by saving a park
Members of the MHS Class of 2026 presented a proposal to refurbish Ray Gyllstrom Memorial Park to members of the Marcellus Village Council, Tuesday, July 15. The trio completed the project in the last semester of their junior year and hope with the Village’s approval and sufficient funding to complete the project before graduation. Pictured […]
Marcellus Community Schools August 5 Special Election FAQ
-submitted by Superintendent Dr. Michael Dunn On August 5, 2025, Marcellus Community Schools will have a ballot issue which will be a Non-Homestead Operating Millage Renewal. Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the renewal: What does “non-homestead” mean?Non-homestead represents industrial, commercial and some agricultural property and “second homes.” It does not include a […]
Cass Family Clinic hosts ribbon-cutting for mobile health clinic
Cass Family Clinic hosted a ribbon-cutting event with community leaders for its new Mobile Health Clinic, Tuesday, July 15, in Cassopolis. The year-round Mobile Health Clinic will offer health and wellness exams, sports physicals, substance use disorder (SUD) behavioral therapy, influenza vaccinations, and other medical resources. CASSOPOLIS, Mich., July 16, 2025 – Cass Family Clinic […]
‘Good Trouble’ National Day of Action observed in Cassopolis
Text and Photos submitted to The News CASSOPOLIS, MI—–Friday evening, July 17, in Cassopolis, about 100 people gathered with protest signs, American flags, and song in front of the Cass County Courthouse to join in a National Day of Action organized by the group “Good Trouble Lives On.” Across the country people rallied to commemorate […]
Bits & Pieces: Navy Ice Cream
by Paula Johnson The other day I had an interesting bit of US history wave across my inbox. The Navy is famous and infamous for many things since its establishment by the Continental Congress in October 1775. For me, it’s special because both my brother John and my Uncle Gerry (Gerard) served in the […]
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Road Trip
by John Mooy Growing up in Marcellus we were surrounded by rivers, lakes and ponds. It was never difficult to imagine having a bit of Huck Finn or Tom Sawyer when the early morning destination might be to explore and spend the day on the banks of the Rocky River or floating across one of […]
Cal Thomas: Bibi tells the truth
by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com During his visit to Washington last week, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was interviewed for an hour by Fox News and radio host Mark Levin. The interview was a rebuke to the pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel slant so many in the media convey to the public. Asked about Iran and its proxies, […]
