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MAHS accepting reservations for 2026 tours of Historic Jones House Museum
The Marcellus Area Historical Society is accepting reservations for tours of the Historic Jones House Museum, 188 W. Main, Marcellus. Tours are by appointment only unless otherwise noted. Tours are conducted in the spring, fall and winter as the house does not yet have air conditioning – as the Home Arts Club will […]
Band Notes for the week of February 23, 2026
Coming UpFeb. 25: Pre-Festival Band Concert, 7pm March 3: High School Band Festival, 10:15am St. Joseph High School March 10: Half Day March 11: Middle School Band Festival, 10:55am Lake Michigan College March 21: State Solo and Ensemble March 23: Middle School Honor Band, Andrews University High School Band FestivalOn Tuesday, March 3 the High […]
SMC announces that AAS graduates are eligible to apply for Social Service Technician (SST) license
Southwestern Michigan College is pleased to announce that graduates of the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Social Work program will be eligible to apply for the Social Service Technician (SST) license through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). An SST assists clients in accessing needed social programs, working under a social worker […]
SMC Board of Trustees unanimously approves contract of incoming ninth president
At its regular meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11, the Southwestern Michigan College Board of Trustees unanimously approved the contract of Dr. Klint Pleasant, incoming ninth president of SMC. Board Chair Thomas F. Jerdon said that trustees have reviewed extensive compensation data from the other Michigan community colleges as well as national data. While the national […]
Team successfully completes this winter’s UP moose collaring and capture effort
DNR Wildlife Division biologists Clay Buchanan, left, and Kristie Sitar conduct a biological workup on a newly collared moose in Iron County. Photo credit: Michigan DNR A cooperative moose research team, including the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, Northern Michigan University and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, has concluded its efforts to capture and […]
MDARD Announces Winners of 2025 Michigan Youth Livestock Scholarships
LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Michigan Youth Livestock Scholarship Fund (MYLSF) awards. “Scholarship funding encourages continued growth and opportunities for younger generations,” said MDARD Director Tim Boring. “MDARD’s mission is to improve quality of life for Michiganders and supporting […]
St. Joe Today hosts Savor the Shoreline March 2-31
ST. JOSEPH, MICH. — Get a taste of Southwest Michigan as select restaurants offer specials during St. Joe Today’s restaurant month celebration, Savor the Shoreline, held March 2-31! Sponsored by Sturgis Bank, The Inn at Harbor Shores and Infusco Coffee. “We are thrilled to bring the community together for Savor the Shoreline,” says ST. […]
Kalamazoo County Expo Center – March 2026 Events
Calendar of Events for the Kalamazoo County Expo Center & FairgroundCALL 269.383.8778 www.kalamazooexpocenter.com 03/07 Kalamazoo Indoor Garage SaleIndoor garage sale with antiques, collectibles, used household items, kids’ items, furniture, clothing and more. This is NOT a craft show. Early bird admission 8am-9am$5, General admission 9am-3pm $2, 18 and under free. For more information contact Lorie Money at lorie.money123@gmail.com or 269-903-5820 https://www.facebook.com/events/1404558421114429 Saturday 8:00am-3:00pm Expo North & Room A 03/07-03/08 Craft ShowTwo full days to shop over 250 local artists and crafters. Get ready for spring! Admission is free. For more information contact Lorie Money at lorie.money123@gmail.com or 269-903-5820 https://www.facebook.com/events/421214517719160 Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday10:00am-3:00pm Main Expo& Expo South 03/13-03/15 Kalamazoo Home & Garden ExpoSouthwest Michigan’s premier home and garden event showcasing new building trends, products, ideas […]
Newberg Township General Meeting – February 9, 2026
The Newberg Township Board met at the Newberg Township Fire Department in regular session on February 9, 2026. Supervisor Covey led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. Clerk Duff called roll: Present: Blackburn, Covey, Griffiths, Duff, Harvey Absent: Additions/Deletions to AgendaNone at this time. Approval of the AgendaMotion […]
