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Letter to the Editor
This writer lived in the Parchment Michigan area for around 40 years before meeting a special man who lived just up the street from our family. I am hoping you will continue following this story because at the story’s conclusion I plan to challenge you to learn from the mistakes I made in my short […]
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
Marcellus Community Schools is pleased to participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) which permits the district to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students. In addition to the obvious savings for families, there are several other benefits for participating in the program. For students, CEP eliminates stigma, requires less time spent in cashier […]
Cranberry Lake Campground Raises Funds for Food Pantry
Cranberry Lake Campground recently sponsored the 9th Annual Silent Auction for the Marcellus Community Food Pantry. We are so thankful and blessed to have had the opportunity to raise $1,836 for the food pantry. Donations were accepted from Marcellus businesses and Cranberry Lake Campground services such as pontoon boat rentals, cabin and bunkhouse rentals, campsites, […]
Small game season kicks off September 15
Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or new to the sport, you can enjoy Michigan’s abundant small game hunting opportunities this fall – all you need is a base license. Several seasons start in September, and it’s the perfect time to spend some time outdoors searching for small game – and maybe scout a spot for deer […]
DNR expects fall surge in highly pathogenic avian influenza
With certain duck and goose hunting seasons starting in September throughout the state, and others to follow this fall and winter, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources asks all hunters to be observant and careful when harvesting and handling wild birds, due to the presence of the highly pathogenic avian influenza virus. Although the rate […]
Bivalent Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines available for booster shots
Pfizer authorized for ages 12 and older; Moderna for ages 18 and up LANSING, Mich. – To better help fight the Omicron variant of COVID-19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for bivalent COVID-19 vaccine for booster doses. This was followed by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) […]
Van Buren Conservation District Hosts Kal-Haven Trail Clean Up
South Haven, MI – The Van Buren Conservation District invites volunteers to join us Sunday, September 18 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for our Kal-Haven Trail Clean Up event. We will meet at the Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park (take Blue Star Hwy North of Phoenix Rd., turn to take E Wells St. West, […]
It’s Time to Celebrate the Fall Harvest!
West Michigan Tourist Association—As summer transitions to fall, it’s time to celebrate the bounty in West Michigan. With Michigan being the third top producer of apples it’s no wonder there are so many apple festivals throughout the fall. Visit historic Downtown Coldwater on Saturday, September 17, for apples, cider, fresh baked goods, crafts, unique artwork, […]
Wildcats Dominate Blackhawks on the Road: 44-18 – Thornburgh Named Athlete of the Week
Junior Cole Thornburgh is the MHS Athlete of the Week. In a big win on the road at Fennville last week, Cole rushed for 196 yards on 18 carries and three TD’s. He also caught one pass for 13 yards. He was just as good on the defensive side of the ball with 7 […]
First Friday, September 2, 2022: A fine evening in photos!
There is no “off” in the future of Terrill’s Market. One of Marcellus’ longest operating businesses, Terrill’s Market, is still going strong after 105 years. Thanks to the dedication of family members, the Terrill’s look forward to serving the community for many more generations to come. Pictured left to right are three generations of Terrills: […]
