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Operation Holiday Cheer set for November 14 in Paw Paw
Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., (BSMA) is a group of local area moms whose children are serving or have served in the U.S. Military. BSMA also has associate members who support the BSMA mission. BSMA is a non-profit 501(c) 3 service organization supporting America’s service members, veterans, their families and each other. The Southwest […]
Newberg Township Minutes – August 10, 2026
The Newberg Township Board met at the Newberg Township Fire Department in regular session on August 10th 2026. Supervisor led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Clerk Duff called roll:Present: Harvey, Rifenberg, Griffiths, Duff and Blackburn. Absent: none Additions/Deletions to Agenda Supervisor Rifenberg added Ordinance Officer under New […]
Porter Township Minutes – July 8, 2026
Bankson Lake Weed Special Assessment District Public Hearing – July 8, 2026Supervisor Oxley called the public hearing to order at 6:45 p.m. Members present – Oxley, Bitely, Nesbitt, Packer, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and ten guests. Supervisor Oxley closed the Bankson Weed Public Hearing closed at 6:53 pm. Regular Meeting – July […]
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting – July 28, 2026
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on July 28, 2026, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Haley M., Haley G. and Watts. Trustee Webb was absent. AgendaMotion by Irwin, supported by Engstrom, to approve the agenda with the following addition: – Under President’s […]
Marcellus Community Schools ready for the future thanks to #WildcatNation
Look at all those smiles. . . . The Marcellus Community Schools Board of Education and staff members expressed gratitude during the regular board meeting, August 10, to those who voted in favor of the district’s bond proposal. Back row, left to right, Board Vice-President Ed Asmus, Trustee Justin Ware, Volinia Outcomes Principal […]
From big horses to bunnies, MHS students shine at the Fair
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Southwest Michigan Civic Learning Sessions
A free, three-part in-person community series features balanced, research-informed conversations on topics relevant to Van Buren, Berrien, and Cass County communities. The sessions are facilitated by Education Access Consulting on behalf of the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission. The sessions are educational and non-advocacy in nature, designed to elevate community questions, lived experiences, information needs, and […]
Michigan WIC Program increases income threshold, more families may now qualify
LANSING, Mich. – The income guidelines for the Michigan Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program were recently adjusted due to federal guidelines, and more Michigan families may now qualify for benefits. Under the updated WIC income eligibility guidelines, a family of four can now qualify with an annual income of up to $61,050, an increase of more than $1,500. WIC, […]
Band Notes for the week of August 10, 2026
Happy Band Camp Week! – August 10-14 – Monday-Thursday 8am-4pm; Friday 8am-2pm Saturday, August 15: Bluegill Frolic Parade 10am. Report time is 9:15am.Wednesday, Aug. 19: Marching Band Rehearsal, 7pm-9pm.Wednesday, August 26: Marching Band Rehearsal, 7pm-9pmThursday, August 27: Home Football Game. Marching Band Report at 5:30pm.Wednesday, Sept. 2: Marching Band Rehearsal, 7pm-9pmThursday, Sept. 3: Home Football […]
Earth Talk: Leave the leaves
By leaving leaves and organic debris on the ground, we are promoting biodiversity and welcoming backyard wildlife. Credit: Roddy Scheer. EarthTalk: From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What is the Xerces Society’s “Leave the Leaves” campaign all about and how many sites participate? –Randy J., Newark, NJ The Xerces Society’s “Leave […]
