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EarthTalk: Bird feeders
You may not be doing birds a favor giving them access to your bird feeder. EarthTalkFrom the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: How has the prevalence of bird feeders in the U.S. affected birds’ evolution? Is putting up a bird feeder good or bad for ecosystems and the planet? —Estelle Louis, Twin […]
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From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Wind power has been on the rise in the U.S. in recent years, but proponents worry about its future under Trump. Photo: pexels.com Dear EarthTalk: How is wind power doing in the U.S.? Is Trump going to harm it? – P.K. via email Wind energy is the largest single […]
Contemplation Corner: “When people put profit before righteousness . . .”
“When people put profit before righteousness, they cannot be satisfied without graspingfor more.” ― Mencius by Pastor Donnie BrooksMarcellus United Methodist Church Mencius was a 4th century Chinese Confucian philosopher. He believed strongly in the inherent goodness of humanity, especially when it would seek to cultivate itself it in the way of heaven. Left […]
Governor Whitmer Announces 129 New Jobs Across Van Buren, Shiawassee, and Kalamazoo Counties
LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced recently three business expansion projects receiving Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) support that will help create 129 new jobs and result in over $23 million in total capital investment in Van Buren, Shiawassee and Kalamazoo Counties. “Today’s announcements further advance the state’s design and manufacturing leadership by adding 129 new jobs and driving more than $23 million of […]
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
This past weekend, I was privileged to attend two fantastic events at Marcellus Community Schools. These community events showcased the talents and hard work of our students and staff, and I couldn’t be more proud! On Saturday morning, the Volinia Outcomes School hosted their annual Maple Festival Pancake Breakfast. In addition to the […]
Band Notes for the Week of March 24, 2025
Band Notes will be taking a couple of weeks off due to spring break beginning on Friday, March 28. Until then. . . This Day in Music History – March 27 1973: Liza Minnelli, daughter of Judy Garland and Vinente Minelli, wins an Oscar for Best Actress for her role in Cabaret, beating out Diana […]
Michigan Delegation Embarks on Investment Mission to the UK and Ireland to Strengthen Economic and Tourism Ties
LANSING, Mich. – On Sunday, March 23, Governor Gretchen Whitmer embarked on a weeklong international investment mission to the United Kingdom and Ireland to reinforce Michigan’s commitment to expanding trade, tourism, and economic partnership with two of Europe’s key economies. “Michigan has long enjoyed strong economic and cultural ties with the UK and Ireland, and this mission presents […]
Michigan Retailers See Drastic Drop in February Sales Activity
Retail Index down over 20 points LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Retailers Association reports that February 2025’s Retail Index decreased to 41.5, a steep decline compared to January’s 62.2 on the 100-point Retail Index. This marks the first month with an index rating below 50.0 since September 2024, ending a four-month stretch of strong index scores. The […]
Women’s History Month 2025 – Frances “Fran” Alvord Harris
“Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations” From the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame meet Frances “Fran” Alvord Harris1909- 1998 Fran Harris of Westland began her broadcasting career at a time when that was not the province of women. She began by doing a commercial program in 1930 and then progressed to doing […]
March is National Reading Month
March is National Reading Month Suggested titles from The Marcellus News Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell The Good Wife of Bath by Karen Brooks Lone Women by Victor LaValle The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn The Guest List by Lucy Foley The Only Good Indians by Stephan Graham Jones The Lincoln Highway by Amor Toles Storm […]
