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Michigan Apple Crop Expected to be High Quality: Apples will have good size and color
Lansing, Mich. – The Michigan Apple industry is expecting a high-quality crop of apples in 2026. The majority of apple-producing regions in Michigan report above-average apple crops with exceptional fruit size and color. Michigan Apple industry representatives have stated that they believe the crop is larger than the USDA estimated 25 million bushels (1.05 billion […]
Bits & Pieces: Standing on one leg
by Paula Johnson Over the last several weeks, I have run across some interesting “bits and pieces” of health information. To be clear, I am NOT a health nut. I am not even a gym rat – though I do have two siblings I would put in that last category. However, I am concerned […]
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library for the week of June 22, 2026
Of course the Marcellus Township Library has a variety of book clubs for you to join or pop in on! We have two bring-your-own book style book clubs–you bring whatever you’ve been reading to share with the group. The First Thursday Book Club meets the first Thursday of the month at 10 AM; […]
Contemplation Corner: “As long as we are lonely . . . “
“As long as we are lonely, we cannot be hospitable because as lonely people we cannot create free space. Our own need to still our inner cravings of loneliness makes us cling to others instead of creating space for them.” -Henri Nouwen (Reaching Out: The Three Movements of the Spiritual Life) by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus […]
Guest opinion: 5 lessons from rural grocery stores
by Carlie Jonas, project associateCenter for Rural Affairs Across the U.S., rural grocery store owners are doing far more than stocking shelves. Running a grocery in a small town is more complex, and more essential, than it often appears. When a rural grocery store struggles, the impact affects the entire community. Here’s […]
Turbo Talks Sports: Turbo’s Golf Guide 2026
I though this would be fitting considering summer is officially here and the US Open was last weekend so let’s talk some golf. This is a subject that is near and dear to my heart. In high school I worked at Olde Mill Golf Course in Schoolcraft and had buddies who worked at Pine View […]
107th Adams McKain Family Reunion to be held on July 11, 2026
107 years after celebrating the return of family who fought in World War 1, descendants of Uriah Mason Adams and Jane McKain Adams will mark the occasion by gathering at the family’s Centennial farm. The first family gathering, honoring returning military relatives, was held at the home of Horace Chester Adams and his wife […]
Traditional Archery weekend at Dowagiac Conservation Club
DOWAGIAC- The Dowagiac Conservation Club located at 54551 M-51 North, Dowagiac will host its 5th Annual Traditional Archery Shoot Friday, June 26th to Sunday, June 28th. This 3-day event runs Friday and Saturday 8am-Dusk and Sunday 8am-1pm. Admission for adults is $20 a day or $30 for a weekend pass. Kids 16 and under are […]
MDARD Takes Steps to Protect Michigan from New World Screwworm
Effective June 17, Michigan implements new domestic animal entry requirements to prevent spread of NWS LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) today announced new domestic animal movement requirements designed to keep New World screwworm(NWS) out of Michigan. While no detections have been found in the state, confirmed infestations in Texas and New Mexico […]
Band Notes for the week of June 22, 2026
Coming Up:July 1: Drumline practice 10am-Noon July 8: Drumline practice 10am-Noon July 15: Drumline practice 10am-Noon July 22: Drumline practice 10am-Noon July 31: Freshman Marching Band Basics 8am-Noon August 10-14 – Marching Band CampMonday-Thursday 8am-4pm; Friday 8am-2pm August 15: Bluegill Frolic Parade (HS Band), Report Time TBD September 19: Cassopolis Marching Invitational October 13: MSBOA […]
