August 16, 1981 ~ August 6, 2025 Adam L. Ferguson, of Constantine passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the age of 43. He was born on August 16, 1981, in Three Rivers, MI. He was the son of Shirley Johnson Davis and David … [Read more...] about Adam L. Ferguson
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Jerry Allen Waldo
August 1, 1967 ~ August 7, 2025 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Allen Waldo on August 7, 2025, at the age of 58. After a long hard-fought battle, surrounded with the love of his family and … [Read more...] about Jerry Allen Waldo
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Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson
July 17, 2025 Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson of Marcellus, Michigan passed away on July 17, 2025, at The Waters in Wakarusa, Indiana. A graveside service was Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Rosehill Cemetery in Nicholasville, … [Read more...] about Winona Elaine (Huff) Johnson
Diane Sue Loikits
December 4, 1940 ~ August 1, 2025 Diane Sue Loikits, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Marcellus on Friday, August 1, 2025. She was born to the late Vine C. and Wilma E. Martin in Elkhart, IN on December 4, 1940. They lived … [Read more...] about Diane Sue Loikits
Paul Duncan Murray
March 16, 1956 ~ November 30, 2024 Paul Duncan Murray passed away unexpectedly in his home in Bristol, Rhode Island on November 30, 2024. Born March 16, 1956, to Lloyd and Florence Murray of Marcellus, Michigan, Paul was the fifth of … [Read more...] about Paul Duncan Murray
Cass County Fair continues through Saturday, August 2
Mackenzie Schuur, WMU student and member of the MHS Class of 2024, garnered yet another Best of Show at the Cass County Fair. This year’s entry in the Vintage Restoration category is a 1963 Murray Fireball Racer Pedal Car. The restoration … [Read more...] about Cass County Fair continues through Saturday, August 2
Wightman releases statement concerning Marcellus downtown beautification project
The News received the following statement just before going to print July 29. Benton Harbor, Mich.— Wightman & Associates, Inc. is aware of the community’s concerns regarding the Main Street/Downtown Beautification Project in the … [Read more...] about Wightman releases statement concerning Marcellus downtown beautification project
If it’s August 1, 2025, it’s time for First Friday in downtown Marcellus!
First Friday event!Free Candy Bar Bingo!Friday, August 1, 2025, 6:30pm - 8:00pmMarcellus United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall197 W. Main, Marcellus ### … [Read more...] about If it’s August 1, 2025, it’s time for First Friday in downtown Marcellus!
Nixie Out of the Water: A Comic Operetta
Water, the source of all life, is our most precious resource. When Nixie, a Finnish water sprite, comes Out of the Water, the Green World is almost destroyed. Will the Queen be released from the monster? Can the Dragonflies fulfill their … [Read more...] about Nixie Out of the Water: A Comic Operetta
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Grand Opening
by John Mooy Sorry to say I missed another grand opening. This one on Main Street in Marcellus. The renovation, restoration and rejuvenation of one of the best community markets in the country. In operation since 1917. The market … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories: Grand Opening
Bits & Pieces: Interesting Bits
by Paula Johnson What do softening butter, early toothbrushes and Scotch tape have in common? Nothing, except this week they all appear in my column. Maybe I’m the only one, but sometimes I need more butter than I have … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Interesting Bits