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Making new memories at Timberlane Inn on Driskels Lake
Victoria Deter stands near the entrance of the two-story suite at the newly renovated Timberlane Inn, on M-60, Jones. Deter and husband Dakota, along with her brother and sister-in-law Whitney and Victoria Stutzman, purchased the property a year ago and are now living their dream. -News Photo As they say, “third time’s the […]
News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library the week of May 18, 2026
In honor of the Ggaténmamen Gdankobthegnanêk Pow Wow (Pokagen Band) this weekend, May 23 and 24 in Dowagiac, the Marcellus Township Library has a display of books by Indigenous authors–including Python’s Kiss featured below. New BooksPython’s Kiss: Stories by Louise Erdrich – From Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award-winning author Louise Erdrich, comes a […]
Contemplation Corner: Go into yourself. . .
“Nobody can counsel and help you, nobody. There is only one single way. Go into yourself. Search for the reason that bids you to write; find out whether it is spreading out its roots in the deepest places of your heart, acknowledge to yourself whether you would have to die if it were denied you […]
Home Arts Club to meet May 27
The Marcellus Home Arts Club will meet Wednesday, May 27, 6 p.m. at Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library. Roll call will be “What is the most unusual material you have used or seen used in a craft?” ###
West Michigan Tourist Association Unveils the2026 Carefree Travel Guide
Grand Rapids, Michigan – The West Michigan Tourist Association (WMTA) is proud to announce the release of the 2026 Carefree Travel Guide, the region’s premier resource for discovering destinations, events, dining, and unforgettable experiences across West Michigan. Designed to inspire both spontaneous getaways and carefully planned vacations, the 2026 guide showcases the breadth of experiences available throughout the region—from lakeshore adventures […]
WNN’s The Woodhouse Report – My 18, 2026
WNN’s The Woodhouse Report is winding down the 2025-2026 season with the final edition slated for Monday, May 25, featuring an interview with Superintendent Dr. Michael Dunn. In the May 18 edition, host Brock Woodhouse and reporter Morgan McClain cover sports, band news, Senior Honors Night, community news and more. Check out […]
SMC Foundation’s financial aid for student scholarships is increasing for 2026-27
At its regular meeting on May 13, Southwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees heard that the SMC Foundation’s financial aid for student scholarships is increasing for 2026-27. Chief Financial Officer Michelle Kite reported that the foundation contributed $500,000 last year and is boosting that to $590,000, plus $80,000 in lease income from the Edward […]
Unearth a Story – CDL Summer Reading Club 2026
Unearth a Story – CDL Summer Reading ClubJune 1 – July 31, 2026 Dig deep and unearth a summer of fun at the Cass District Library! Starting Monday, June 1, stop by your local branch to register and pick up a bingo sheet. Complete one bingo (five in a row up and down, […]
Cass District Library Awarded LSTA Grant to Expand Digital Access
CASSOPOLIS, MI – The Cass District Library (CDL) is delighted to announce it has been awarded a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Public Library Services Grant in the amount of $5,184.00. This grant, administered by the Library of Michigan, is dedicated to enhancing digital literacy and improving information access for residents throughout Cass County. […]
Gov. Whitmer Honors Six Historic Preservation Projects Across Michigan
The annual Governor’s Awards recognize standout historic preservation achievements in Michigan LANSING, Mich. – Six Michigan preservation projects were awarded Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation during a ceremony hosted by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), Governor Whitmer announced today. Communities represented by the projects include Clarkston, Coldwater, Detroit, Isle Royale, Lansing, and Northfield Township. […]
Guest Opinion: Agrivoltaics is growing interest across the U.S.
by Val Ankeny, senior policy associateCenter for Rural Affairs Across the country, farmers, landowners, and rural communities are taking a closer look at how solar development can work alongside agriculture instead of competing with it. Agrivoltaics, or dual-use solar, is growing interest as people look for ways to keep land productive, support conservation, […]
