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DNR Hunter Safety Education Week begins Aug. 10
Dozens of in-person classes offered throughout the state Registration is open for more than 50 in-person hunter safety education classes, all taking place during the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Hunter Safety Education Week Aug. 10-16. These classes, held at locations around the state, provide a convenient way to earn your hunter safety […]
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Should Congress Honor Donald Trump with a Medal, a Statue… or What? by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com  Here’s a member of Congress with too much time on his hands… and way too little of anything on his mind. Greg Steube of Florida, is a run-of-the-mill, extremist Republican specializing in such partisan slapstick as trying to […]
Are we in for an insane MLB trade deadline?
 I know for a fact that the editor of this fine newspaper will not find this article really entertaining (just kidding Kay :)) but I have a feeling baseball fans are in for one heck of a trade deadline. With the expansion of the Wild Card, it has led to an increase of transactions […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental impacts of the widespread legalization of marijuana in recent years?                          — Mac Styles, Tallahassee, FL Cannabis is an increasingly popular recreational and medicinal drug that is capable of producing psychogenic effects. As more states legalize cannabis for some medicinal and recreational uses, […]
Latest DNR survey shows stable wolf population in Michigan
The survey estimates 762 wolves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, showing a consistent population for the past 14 years The 2024 winter wolf population survey estimate from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources found a minimum of 762 wolves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. This year’s estimate showed an increase of 131 animals compared to the 2022 estimate […]
Cass District Library – July 2024 Programs
T’ai Chi with Alyse Knepple Mondays at 11am – Mason/Union Branch Join Alyse Knepple at the Mason/Union Branch for T’ai Chi. T’ai Chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Alyse will offer a free introductory class, followed by four weekly classes which will cost $40.00. Little Explorers Mondays at 11am -Edwardsburg Branch Bring your little ones […]
CDL Explores Southwest Michigan’s Culinary Tapestry with MI Notable Author Visit
by Molly HarwoodCDL MARKETING & PROGRAMMING COORDINATOR   Cass District Library brought together food enthusiasts, literary aficionados, and curious minds alike for a captivating journey into Southwest Michigan’s culinary heritage with Abra Berens, a distinguished Michigan Notable author. Abra shared insights into her writing process, culinary philosophy, and the rich tapestry of Southwest Michigan’s fresh […]
News Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library
This week, the library is highlighting two new adult non-fiction books available to our readers. The Conservative Environmentalist: Common Sense Solutions for a Sustainable Future by Beni Backer. Backer, Founder and Executive Chairman of the American Conservative Coalition, is a young, conservative environmentalist providing readers with a bold vision for both solving our country’s climate […]
AAA: 2.6 Million Michiganders will Travel during July 4th Week
This year’s Independence Day forecast will set new records DEARBORN, Mich., (June 20, 2024) — AAA projects Independence Day travelers will set new records both nationwide and in Michigan. More than 70.9 million people around the U.S. are expected to travel 50 miles or more away from home. More than 2.6 million of those will be Michigan […]
