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Guest opinion: 5 lessons from rural grocery stores
by Carlie Jonas, project associateCenter for Rural Affairs Across the U.S., rural grocery store owners are doing far more than stocking shelves. Running a grocery in a small town is more complex, and more essential, than it often appears. When a rural grocery store struggles, the impact affects the entire community. Here’s […]
Treasury: State Individual Income Tax Returns Due in Less Than a Month
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Treasury (Treasury) is reminding taxpayers that state individual income tax returns are due in less than a month. State individual income tax returns must be filed electronically or postmarked through the U.S. Postal Service by 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18. “With the individual income tax deadline approaching […]
Newberg Township Regular Meeting – March 13, 2023
The March 13, 2023, General Board Meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm at the Newberg Township Fire Department. Minutes from the February 13, 2023, general meeting were approved as written. Reports: Assessor: Nothing to report Ordinance: nothing to report Ambulance: Director Rifenberg reported twenty-seven calls for the month of February; twenty-two Newberg and […]
St. Mark’s Free Community Dinner for April
St. Mark’s Free Dinner will be from 5:30-6:30 PM on Thursday, April 20, 2023. The church is located at 412 Cedar Street, Paw Paw. The meal will consist of Spaghetti Pie, salads, and homemade dessert. All in the community are welcome.Â
Paw Paw Community Chorus Plans Spring Concert
The Paw Paw Community Chorus present their Annual Spring Concert, Sunday, May 7, 4 p.m., at United Methodist Church in Paw Paw, 420 W. Michigan Avenue,. The chorus, under the direction of Theresa Vaughn, will be accompanied on piano by Evonne Heystek. The following selections presented by the chorus are as follows: “Come To the […]
MHS Wildcat Marching Band Reveals New Uniform Design
Mark Heather of Orefice LTD, Grand Rapids, worked with Band Director Katy Essex on creating a new design for the Wildcat Marching Band. The uniform is mostly black with Wildcat orange sleeves, collar and plume, with just a hint of white. MHS Director of Bands Katy Essex unveiled the design for the Wildcat Marching Band’s […]
MHS Students Tally 10,030 Minutes of Reading
Melody Schneider’s high school English classes tallied 10,030 minutes of reading between October 24 and November 30. Reading is not only enjoyable but improves memory, increases focus and concentration, reduces stress levels, enhances empathy and creativity, and increases cognitive function. MHS Principal Lynn Wagner is pleased to report that between October 24 and November 30, […]
Nofsinger Passes the Halfway Mark on Way to Coast
Coast-to-coast cyclist Chris Nofsinger just can’t get enough of the cows along the trail. Apparently, the Texas Longhorns, seen here near Winchester, Texas, are so adorable they come right up to the fence when she stops to talk with them. The Ides of March was a time for celebration in Texas on March 15. Marcellus’ […]
MHS Athletes Recognized as SW 10 All Conference
MHS is well represented as SW 10 All Conference Athletes. Starting at left (basketball): Junior Nate Mihills was named Honorable Mention, Sophomore Beau Ferguson, 2nd team; Sophomore Parker Adams, Honorable Mention; Senior Brooklyn VanTilburg, 1st Team; Sophomore Ladora Bet Sargis, Honorable Mention; Junior Clare Flory, Honorable Mention; wrestlers Marvin Jones and Hayden Hartford (not pictured), […]
Marcellus MYWAY Wrestling Concludes with State Tournament
submitted by Nick Seelye The 2023 Marcellus Youth Wrestling Season is coming to an end next weekend after the state tournament, March 24 – 26. This year we had 13 state qualifiers make it in with 5 number-1 seeds, 4 number-2 seeds, 3 number-3 seeds, and 1 number-4 seed. Congratulations to all of our […]
