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MDHHS alerts Healthy Michigan Plan beneficiaries of steps to prepare for federally required changes to Medicaid
State working to ensure families keep their health care coverage LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is preparing to implement federally required changes to Medicaid due to the passage of H.R. 1. Among the changes are new work requirements and more frequent eligibility checks for some individuals enrolled in the Healthy Michigan Plan (HMP). “Health care coverage plays a critical role in helping people access preventative care, manage chronic conditions and stay healthy,” said Amy Epkey, MDHHS acting director. “Our priority is helping beneficiaries understand these new requirements so they can comply […]
Newberg Township General Meeting, March 11, 2024
The March 11, 2024, Newberg Township General Meeting was called to order at the Newberg Township Fire Department at 7:00pm. Minutes from the February 12, 2024, meeting were approved as written. Reports:Assessor– nothing to report Ordinance: Not present Ambulance- Director Schrader reported thirty-seven calls for the month of February; eleven Newberg and nine Porter, with […]
Marcellus Township Regular Board Meeting Minutes – February 20, 2024
Supervisor Koshar called the meeting to order at 6:00pm and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call: Koshar, Schick, Hess, Mroz, and Plummer Motion by Schick, second by Hess, to approve the agenda – All Ayes – motion carried Motion by Hess, second by Schick, to approve the minutes from the January 16, 2024 as presented. All ayes – motion carried. Motion by Hess, support by Mroz, to pay the bills as presented. Roll Call: Ayes: Koshar, Mroz, Schick, Hess, and Plummer. Motion Carried Motion by Koshar, support by Plummer, to accept treasurer’s report as presented. All Ayes – motion carried. Public Comments: REPORTS: Section 10.03 Accessory Building. Roll Call vote: Ayes: Koshar, Mroz, Schick, Plummer, Hess – Nays: N/A – Motion Carried New Business Old Business Public Comments Motion by Plummer, support by Hess, to adjourn at 7:47pm. All Ayes – Motion carried. Respectfully submitted,Darcie L PlummerTownship Clerk Edward KosharTownship Supervisor
Cass County Women Making History during Women’s History Month
While the ‘Power Quartet’ pictured above is likely too humble to embrace the moniker, their combined efforts are bringing much needed blight elimination projects to Marcellus and Cassopolis. Pictured, left to right, are Jacqueline Terrill, Marcellus Village Manager; Sarah Ayers, Marcellus Economic Development Director; Hope Anderson, Cass County Treasurer and Chair of the Cass County […]
Great Things Happen at Marcellus Community Schools!
The Marcellus Community Schools tested the decibel levels of everyone’s smartphones, Friday, March 15, with an assembly celebrating all three schools achieving the designation of Reward School. The gym was filled to the rafters with students from all three schools, staff, administration, board members, and volunteers. Marcellus Community Schools Celebrates Rewards School […]
Seniors at Volinia Outcome School Ready to Serve, March 23
Three of the Volinia Outcome School maple syrup experts posed outside the sugar shack recently after giving a guided tour to The News. The trio enthusiastically explained the process and are anxious to welcome everyone to the annual Maple Pancake Breakfast, March 23. Left to right are sophomore Kyal, and seniors Hunter and Keegan. One […]
VFW #4054 Auxiliary Plants ‘Weeping Cherry’ for Suicide Awareness
Members of the VFW #4054 Auxiliary planted a Weeping Cherry Tree at the post, Wednesday, March 13, as a symbol of “the tears shed for those who took their life.” Chaplain Roberta Park read a prayer to honor all those departed. Pictured, left to right, are Tony Ruacho, Roberta Park, Vicki Cooper, Marie Guest, […]
Marcellus DDA: Champions of Community Involvement
submitted by Nicki Hackenberg, Vice Chair, Marcellus DDA The Marcellus Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is doing BIG things. We’re working to be champions of community involvement. Over the next few months, our downtown community will be undergoing the water main replacement we’ve seen throughout the village. We highly encourage you to brave the construction […]
