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Cal Thomas: Will this be the unhappy American birthday?
by Cal ThomasCalThomas.com In one month, the United States will observe its 250th birthday. It is shaping up more like a memorial service for a lost loved one than a party to celebrate something special. Rather than anticipating a happy occasion, America at 250 is increasingly characterized by anger, name- calling and scandals. Performers […]
MICHIGAN WORKS! to Host Hiring Event
BENTON HARBOR, Mich.- When employers are asked about their number one concern, they often talk about finding skilled, work-ready talent and Michigan Works! has a solution available to help them do just that with an upcoming hiring event. The next hiring event will take place in Van Buren CountyTuesday, November 1, from 11:00 am- 2:00 […]
Artists Sought for Ray and Nancy Loeschner Art Competition
Grand Rapids, MI- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is seeking entries for the annual Ray and Nancy Loeschner Art Competition. Celebrating its 21st year, the annual competition welcomes artists from around the globe to respond to the beauty of Meijer Gardens in their work. Through the generosity of the Loeschner family, the winning entries (one […]
November 8 General Election is Near
Less than three weeks remain until Michigan’s November 8 general election and voters have already cast 155,142 absentee ballots, marking a 171 percent increase compared to four weeks ahead of the 2018 general election. More than 1.6 million absentee ballots have been requested by Michigan voters. As of October 10 in Cass County, 5,497 absentee […]
Village of Marcellus Council Proceedings – Regular Meeting, September 27, 2022
President Welburn called the regular meeting of the Marcellus Village Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on September 27, 2022, at the Marcellus Village Hall Council Room. Trustees present: Simmons, Irwin, Thomas, Oswalt, Haley and Webb. Agenda Motion by Simmons, supported by Thomas, to approve the agenda with the following additions: -Under President’s Report – […]
Newberg Township General Meeting, October 10, 2022
The Newberg Township General Meeting head on October 10, 2022, at the Newberg Township Fire Department, was called to order 7pm. Minutes from the September meeting were approved as written. Reports: Assessor: Special meeting for the Bair Lake Improvement Project on October 26, 2022, at 7pm at the Newberg Township Fire Department. This will be […]
Porter TWP Meeting Minutes
Porter Township-Van Buren County, Michigan: Public Hearing, September 14, 2022Township Supervisor Oxley called the Cedar Lake Weed Special Assessment District Public Hearing to Confirm Roll to order at 6:30 p.m. Members present- Meade, Oxley, Bitely and Nesbitt. Also present – Attorney Schuitmaker and 7 guests. Motion by Bitely with support by Meade to adjourn the […]
MHS Homecoming 2022: A Royal Event as ‘Cats Down Concord, 37-14
 Friday, October 7, proved to be a perfect night for homecoming. Not only did the Wildcats score a win over Concord, but fans, friends and families enjoyed the traditional homecoming festivities. Mr. Football 2022, Cordell Jones McNally, had the honor of crowning this year’s Homecoming Queen, senior Drianna Collett ( left) and Homecoming Princess junior […]
Marcellus High School Homecoming 2022
Halftime photos courtesy of Megan Schuur PhotographyBand and Parade Photos by The Marcellus News Senior Kade Nelson escorted fellow senior Drianna Collett during Friday’s halftime festivities. Drianna was chosen Homecoming Queen by a vote of the student body. Representing the Senior class during halftime ceremonies were Elijah Gooden and Nicole Hayford. Also representing the Senior […]
Rocket Cheer to Join Varsity for an Entertaining First Quarter
by Kristen Jackson, MHS Varsity Cheer Coach The Marcellus Varsity and Rocket Cheerleaders are bringing extra spirit to school sporting events this fall. In front (left to right): Jaycee Jordan, Kennedy Schmucker, Brielle Snodgrass, Ruby Reynolds, Aliyah Fisher, Madison Losse, May Cron. Second row (left to right): Callie Conley, Zada Mashke, Willow Stokes, Sophee Stevens, […]
