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Keep Your Eyes Peeled for an Invasive Plant – Kudzu
Kudzu grows from root crowns that you can see at soil level. One root crown can sprout up to 30 vines. If unchecked, these vines can take root and develop more root crowns. This year, the CISMA Team of the Van Buren Conservation District are continuing our efforts against invasive Kudzu. Kudzu […]
Dyes appointed to SMC Board
Southwestern Michigan College’s Board of Trustees, May 10, filled the vacancy created by Keith McKenzie’s retirement by appointing lifelong Cass County resident Dwight “Skip” Dyes of Calvin Township. Dyes attended SMC, then transferred to Michigan State University and studied Agricultural Technology. He spent 30 years in career technical education with the Heritage Southwest Intermediate School […]
MHS Fields Five SW10 Scholar Athletes
MHS is proud to announce the 2022-23 SW10 Senior Scholar Athletes. Front row (left to right): Edriana Madiam, Nicole Hayford and Maddie Smith,. Standing are Brooklyn Vantilburg and Kyle Drauch. On Wednesday, May 10, the student athletes attended a conference luncheon hosted by La Cantina in Paw Paw, where Mark Uyl, MHSAA Executive Director, […]
MHS Varsity Baseball/Softball Recap
MHS Senior Eian O’Neill makes a play at the plate for the Wildcats when they split a doubleheader against the White Pigeon Chiefs, Tuesday, May 9. The ‘Cats won the first 16-6, while White Pigeon took the second game, 16-8. -photo courtesy of Megan Schuur Photography Marcellus defeated the White Pigeon Chiefs in game one […]
Entries wanted: Cass County seeks design entries for coin contest
The Cass County Board of Commissioners is seeking design entries for a new coin that will be used to recognize residents, employees and others who positively impact Cass County. CASS COUNTY, Mich. — Since becoming chair of the board of commissioners in January, Jeremiah Jones has made a priority of recognizing County employees, residents, volunteers […]
MDHHS provides update as federal Public Health Emergency comes to an end
Free COVID-19 testing and vaccines to continue to be available LANSING, Mich. – As the federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) came to a close May 11, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) provided updates about changes to data reporting, Epidemic Orders and the continued availability of COVID-19 testing and vaccines. “MDHHS will […]
AG Nessel Announces Distribution of $141 Million Settlement to Millions of Low-Income Americans Deceived by TurboTax Owner Intuit
Consumers to Receive Checks in the Mail from Multistate Settlement Without Needing to File a Claim LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that consumers who were tricked by TurboTax’s owner Intuit into paying for free tax services will begin receiving checks from a $141 million multistate settlement announced in May 2022. Approximately 4.4 […]
EarthTalk®
From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: What’s the background on the “No Mow May” movement? – J.D., via email Lawns cover some 40 million acres—or two percent—of land in the United States, making them the single largest irrigated crop we grow. We mow, rake, fertilize, weed, chemically treat and water […]
“Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement begins May 15
OHSP reminds drivers, passengers to buckle up every trip, every time To remind everyone about the importance of buckling up, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) has announced a “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement campaign that will run from May 15 to June 4. Officers from police departments, sheriff’s offices and […]
Deadline Looming for Cass County Swine Exhibitors
All youth swine exhibitors must complete their yearly YQCA certification in order to exhibit at the 2023 Cass County (MI) Fair. “In order to help youth achieve this requirement, we have been holding in-person classes every month since January,” states Rennie Witham, Cass County 4-H Coordinator. “We only have two classes left… May 22nd and […]
DNR: Take action now to prevent problems with wildlife
It can be enjoyable to watch wildlife near our homes. However, when wild animals get too comfortable living near humans, it can cause problems. Conflicts with geese, deer, turkey, coyote and bears are most common in the spring and summer. Taking proactive steps this spring can prevent conflicts with wildlife for the rest of the […]
