The Latest
From big horses to bunnies, MHS students shine at the Fair
Got results from the Cass County Fair?Please remember to send results and photos to editor@marcellusnews.com ###
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Never Happened Before
Chipmunk on Trunk Hoodby John Mooy Here in South Haven, it has been a banner year for rodents and varmints. They seem to be everywhere and all of the time. Squirrels, chipmunks, raccoons and even the occasional skunk. They have all made their way into our lives this summer. I still watch these creatures […]
News from Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, the library is highlighting two new non-fiction books. I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine by Daniel J. Levitin. Music is perhaps one of humanity’s oldest medicines and its most universal. Historically, multiple cultures have developed rich traditions for using sound and rhythm to ease suffering, stimulate healing, and calm […]
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, August 27, 2024
President Irwin called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on August 27, 2024, in the Marcellus Village Hall. Trustees present: Markle, Engstrom, Welburn, Haley and Webb. Trustee Thomas was absent. AgendaMotion by Irwin, supported by Engstrom, to approve the agenda as presented. Ayes: All. Nays: None. Motion carried. […]
Porter Township Van Buren County – Regular Meeting, August 15, 2024
Trustee Bitely called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Members present – Bitely, Nesbitt, and Smith. Also present – Attorney Moraitis and seven guests. Motion by Nesbitt with support by Smith to approve the minutes of the Election Commission meeting on July 10, 2024. Voice vote – all yes. Motion passed. Motion […]
Eagle spruce becomes State of Michigan’s 38th Christmas tree
The official 2024 state Christmas tree, a 60-foot spruce from Eagle in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) has selected the official 2024 state Christmas tree, a 60-foot spruce from Eagle in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. Eagle residents Rich and Dorcas Albertson donated the tree. The spruce will […]
Hunters: Remember to ‘Clean. Drain. Dry.’ to protect waterfowl habitat
Invasive hydrilla is considered one of the world’s most invasive aquatic plants. Photo courtesy of Leslie J. Mehrhoff, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org. With the recent discovery of two new invasive aquatic plants in Michigan, the Michigan Invasive Species Program is asking waterfowl hunters across the state to take extra precautions this season to prevent the spread […]
Michigan residents can apply for Home Heating Tax Credit until September 30
State funds from this credit reduce heating bills of qualified Michigan renters, homeowners LANSING, Mich. – Tax credits are not just for tax season. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) to encourage qualified Michigan residents to apply for the Home Heating Credit before […]
Michigan’s “Hot 50” and “Career Outlook” reports highlight in-demand jobs for students and job seekers
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB) Michigan Center for Data and Analytics has released the state’s latest “Hot 50” and “Career Outlook” publications. Both reports, updated every other year, provide information on careers that will be in the highest demand in Michigan through 2032. “We’re excited to provide […]
Request for Third Party Environmental Review Consulting for CDBG CHILL Grant: Village of Marcellus
REQUEST FOR THIRD PARTY ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW CONSULTING FOR CDBG CHILL GRANT: VILLAGE OF MARCELLUS The Village of Marcellus is accepting proposals for Third Party Environmental Review Consulting services for a proposed Community Development Block Grant CHILL Grant (CDBG Housing Initiatives Local Livability), funded by the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA). The Village of Marcellus […]
Public Notice
Harmoni Towers proposes to build a 260-foot Self-Support Communications Tower at theapprox. vicinity of 18727 Mount Zion Street, Cassopolis, Cass County, MI, 49031 [41-50-42.9396 N,85-55-37.1706 W]. Public comments regarding potential effects from this site on historic properties may be submitted within 30 days from the date of this publication to: Trileaf Corp,Charles Hotchkissc.hotchkiss@trileaf.com1515 Des Peres […]
