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Cass Family Clinic’s Summer Greeter Program returns for a third year
Cass Family Clinic’s 2026 Summer GreeterThis year’s summer greeters at Cass Family Clinic include William, Ryley, M’atli, Jocelyn, Brooklyn, Jaii, Courtney, Annaleigh, Isabel, Abigail, Trevon, Jamya, and Sienna, with Rachele providing instruction during orientation. Program provides paid job opportunities to 19 local high school students CASSOPOLIS, DOWAGIAC, NILES, Mich., July 8, 2026 – Cass Family […]
Cal Thomas: Platner is not Democrats’ only problem
BLUE HILL, MAINE – JUNE 9: Former Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner speaks at his Primary Election event on June 9, 2026 in Blue Hill, Maine. Platner was the presumptive Democratic nominee hoping to face incumbent Sen. Collins (R-ME) for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat in the general election. (Photo by CJ Gunther/Getty Images) by […]
Bits & Pieces: July Trivia 2026
by Paula Johnson You never know about the weather in Michigan. So, whether you are beating the heat or celebrating some needed rain, have a try at these pieces of trivia. Questions1. What does reposeful mean? 2. Which world leader abolished beards, putting a tax on them? 3. What are mandibular tori and where are […]
Earth Talk: Roadless Rule
Conservationists fear Trump’s gutting of the roadless rule could lead to the end of American wilderness. EarthTalkFrom the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What is the “roadless rule” and what will happen to our forests if the Trump administration succeeds in repealing it? — Chas Church, Portland, OR The Roadless Area Conservation […]
Home Arts Club to meet July 22
The Marcellus Home Arts Club will meet Wednesday, July 22, 6 p.m., at the Wakelee Bible Church. The evenings program will be “All About Bees” by Charlotte Hubbard. Roll call for the evening will be to name a product that contains bee’s wax. ###
A faster and more convenient way to request a Social Security Number and card
by Hillary Hatch, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist If you need an original Social Security number (SSN) or a replacement card, you can now complete your request online, and if needed, schedule an appointment for faster service. How It WorksWhen you visit our Social Security number and card page at ssa.gov/number-card, we’ll ask you […]
Porter Township, Van Buren County, Meeting Minutes – June 10, 2026
Budget Public Hearing June 10, 2026Supervisor Oxley called the Budget Public Hearing to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and four guests. Supervisor Oxley closed the Budget Public Hearing at 6:15 pm. Fire Special Assessment District Public Hearing June 10, 2026Supervisor Oxley […]
Village of Marcellus Continues Housing Rehabilitation Efforts, Bringing More Than $1.4 Million in Community Investment
Village and Third-Party Administrative staff meet with Michigan State Housing Development Authority staff for initial round closeouts. Pictured from left to right: Village Manager Jacqueline Terrill, MSHDA Manager Adam Holcomb, Chris Nofsinger, Sarah Ayers, MSHDA Specialist Juli Chant, Seth Carlson. The Village of Marcellus continues making progress on local housing rehabilitation efforts through the federally […]
