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Bits & Pieces: Learning from mistakes
by Paula Johnson Oops! I once had a secretary who said “oops!” whenever she caught herself in a mistake. How gentle that word is. John and I didn’t grow up with “oops,” we grew up with punishment and an “I’m sorry.”. That being said, not all mistakes are as drastic as others. NASA […]
MHS Varsity Softball Improves Record to 6-3
Carlyn Deer looks homeward during the Ladycats contest againt the visting Lawrence Tigers, Monday, April 22. Carlyn singled in a run in game one and and collected two hits in three at bats in game two. -Photo courtesy of Monica Moore-Deer contributors: The Marcellus News,Assistant Coach Mark Hari and Monica Moore-Deer Marcellus […]
Cornerstone begins construction on highly anticipated CDL Branch in Edwardsburg
With the celebratory groundbreaking of the Cass District Library (CDL) Branch in Edwardsburg being mere weeks away (see below), CDL is excited to share details of the first construction phase. Phase One includes site preparation which will make way on the property for the building and support services to come. The library is thrilled […]
Sheriff Behnke announces ‘no third term’ – Roach tosses hat into ring
CASSOPOLIS – – – – -After 37 years of serving the citizens of Cass County, Sheriff Richard J. Behnke announces that he will not seek a third term as Cass County Sheriff. The decision was not easy; however, after discussion with his family, he feels it is time to start another chapter in his life. […]
Marcellus Memories from The Marcellus News
April 27, 1900Social & Personal: House to rent. G. W. Flanders’ property; inquire of C.S. Jones The Methodist Church has a new roof and other repairs will go on the inside. The social at Mrs. Charles Bradt’s Wednesday eve was largely attended. 75 cent corsets for 50 cents. HUDSON Mrs. Peterson of Grand Rapids, […]
A promising start for the Tigers. . .
Are the Tigers back? Are they going to be competitive in their division? Will they make the playoffs? These are questions I am sure every Tigers fans are asking themselves and if they aren’t they should! This team is filled with young studs but are they on the verge of being really good…but are they […]
Kalamazoo County Expo Center – May 2024 Schedule of events
05/01 VFW 6252 Auxiliary BingoPlay Bingo on the following Wednesday & Thursday nights in May: 1, 2, 8, 9,15, 16, 29, and 30. Bingo will NOT be held May 22‐23. Doors open at4:30pm. Game begins at 6:00pm. For more information join the Facebook group to stay updated! https://www.facebook.com/groups/866168380492503Must be 18yrs old to play. Wednesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm‐10:00pm Room A 05/03‐05/05 63rd Annual Kalamazoo Rock, Gem & Mineral ShowOne of the largest and best attended shows in Michigan. Featuring 50Mineral, Gem, and Jewelry vendors. Admission: $5 adults, kids under12 free with adult admission. Scouts in uniform admitted free. Cash only.For more information contact David Haas atstonehouserock@cs.com kalamazoorockclub.org Friday 4:00pm‐8:00pm Saturday 10:00am‐6:00pm Sunday 10:00am‐5:00pm EntireExpo Center 05/10‐05/11 Southwest MI Spectacular Card ShowTrading cards, sports, Pokemon, collectibles, clothing and more. Find it all […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Woe the pancakes! Is maple syrup really at risk due to global warming?— B. Simmons, Middlebury, VT Maple syrup, that staple of the American breakfast table, is not only a cherished product across North America, but also plays a significant role in the economies […]
Farm and Food File
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com How to win the SAF game: Part 1 The easiest way to win any game is to rig the rules. That’s what Big Ag and its loyal boosters at the Department of Agriculture (USDA) appear to be doing to make sure their new project, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, or SAF, a […]
Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com The True Story About Coca-Cola’s Plastic Fairy Tale Years ago, Coca-Cola excitedly debuted a new formula for its soda, dubbing it “New Coke.” Consumers hated it, and sales plummeted – a marketing fiasco. But here comes Coke again, pushing an even worse product: “A Better Plastic Bottle,” trumpeting it as […]
Bits & Pieces: Rosebuds and Youth
by Paula Johnson Young people may wonder why old people linger in the past. Well, I have come to the conclusion (now that I am an “old people”) that we find it a safer place than the present. I grew up during the Cold War, McCarthyism and “free love.” I imagine that […]
