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Friday Night Lights in Marcellus delivers! Homecoming 2026 is “one for the books”
After a long week of anticipation, the 2026 MHS Homecoming Queen was crowned at halftime of the Marcellus-Climax Scotts game, October 2. In what is likely a first for MHS, Homecoming Queen Harmony Jones is also a member of the varsity football team. Jones was selected by a vote of the student body and was […]
Reading Recommendations or what RickWorld read in July
by Katy Essex Hey there, Book Lovers! We are back with our recommended reads for the month of July. If you are like me, when it’s uncomfortably hot outside I stay in and read a book! As always, if you have a book to recommend, send the title, author’s name and short summary to […]
Help track Michigan’s next generation of turkeys
If you spot a hen turkey leading a line of poults (baby turkeys) this summer, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources wants to hear from you. It’s time for Michigan’s wild turkey brood survey: a community science effort that helps wildlife biologists understand how well turkeys are reproducing across the state and provides […]
Foster Care: Supporting youth as they transition into adulthood
by Hillary HatchSocial Security Public Affairs Specialist For young people transitioning out of foster care, the move into adulthood can come with both opportunities and challenges. Access to reliable information, financial resources, and trusted support systems can make an important difference during this transition. At Social Security, we’re committed to helping young people […]
SMC alum tackles ‘interesting challenges’ as controls engineer
Five years after speaking at Southwestern Michigan College’s 2021 Commencement, Brenna Maxwell is a year and a half into her career as a controls engineer. “Being a controls engineer is very satisfying,” she said. “We come across many interesting challenges that force us to think outside the box for days or weeks. At the […]
Bridge Academy of Southwest Michigan expands enrollment to serve students 16-22
BENTON HARBOR, MI. – The Bridge Academy of Southwest Michigan announced today that it has expanded enrollment to serve students ages 16–22, creating new opportunities for young people seeking an alternative to a traditional high school setting. Through flexible scheduling, personalized instruction, and career-connected learning, the school helps students earn their diploma while preparing for […]
Join the Big Tree Hunt – Help find Michigan’s biggest trees
Michigan’s statewide search for the biggest trees is back! Ann Arbor, Mich. — August 3, 2026 — Big trees may be hiding in plain sight across Michigan, located in backyards, parks, cemeteries, schools, farms, neighborhoods, natural areas and more. ReLeaf Michigan is inviting residents across the state to help find and nominate Michigan’s biggest […]
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, July 14, 2026
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on July 14, 2026, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Haley M., Haley G. and Watts. Trustee Webb was absent. AgendaMotion by Haley M., supported by Engstrom, to approve the agenda with the following addition: • […]
Bluegill Frolic Committee Meeting Minutes – July 16, 2026
July 16, 2026, at 115 E Main St, Marcellus MichiganCalled to Order: 6:05 pm Adjourned: 7:02 pm Members Present: Todd Snider- President, Billiejo Snider- Secretary, Chelsea Proffitt-Treasurer, Diane and Mark Mierzejewski, Billy and Lois Burandt, Cindy Wilson, Jaclyn Lyles (online) Members Absent: Tommy Puleo, Gavin Trewhitt, Ann Southworth, Amber Meyer Guests Present: Mike and Alisa […]
Newberg Township Ordinance No. 2026-01
NEWBERG TOWNSHIPCASS COUNTYSTATE OF MICHIGAN ORDINANCE NO. 2026-01 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING MARINA OPERATION ON HARWOOD LAKE, NEWBERG TOWNSHIP, CASS COUNTY, MICHIGAN. Section 1. Title and Purpose. This Ordinance shall be known and cited as the “Harwood Lake Marina Prohibition Ordinance”. The purpose of this Ordinance is to protect the environmental integrity, water quality, and natural […]
