Cass County Sheriff Rick Behnke wants you. . . especially if you can do some sit-ups and push-ups. The Sheriff brought his sales pitch along with some disappointing, but not entirely unexpected, news to the Village Council’s … [Read more...] about County Sheriff Brings Sales Pitch to Council: ‘Wanted – Police Academy Candidates’
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Mother Nature Wreaks Havoc on MHS Athletic Schedule but the Games Go On!
Tough week last week on the MHS Athletic Schedule. Two days of ice prompted the cancellation of seven games, however, contests were able to continue later in the week. Pictured above is #1 Ladora Bet Sargis holding Decatur’s Hannah … [Read more...] about Mother Nature Wreaks Havoc on MHS Athletic Schedule but the Games Go On!
MHS Grapplers Shine Over Weekend
Marcellus’ Nate Irwin, second from left, became the highest placing Wildcat grappler, to date, at The Greater Berrien County Tournament, with a third place finish. Not pictured, freshman Brock Woodhouse who came home with a solid 6th … [Read more...] about MHS Grapplers Shine Over Weekend
Farm and Food File
by Alan Guebertfarmandfoodfile.com New year, not-so-new start While January left the old year behind, it didn’t leave behind any of the baggage 2023 saddled American farmers and ranchers with. The chief worry … [Read more...] about Farm and Food File
Detroit. . . Heartbreak City
I guess the old saying of “All good things must come to an end” applies here. But man, oh man…what a game that was! Yes, is there heartbreak with Lions fans? Absolutely! However, this isn’t the end Lions fans! This thing is … [Read more...] about Detroit. . . Heartbreak City
Hunter’s Rendezvous Planned for February 10
DOWAGIAC- the Dowagiac Conservation Club will hold its 27th Annual Hunter’s Rendezvous on Saturday, February 10, at its club grounds, located at 54551 M-51 North, Dowagiac. This event will run from 11am – 5 pm and is open to the public. … [Read more...] about Hunter’s Rendezvous Planned for February 10
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Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
by Jim Hightowerjimhightower.com The Shameful Greed of the Solano County Gold Rush Farming can be a deeply satisfying life – you’re connecting directly to nature, you are your own boss, and you do work that’s real, benefitting … [Read more...] about Jim Hightower: America’s #1 Populist
Bits & Pieces: Paula and John Breakfast at Hotel Center
by Paula Johnson Family stories are the best. There is often nothing sweeter for children than listening to one of their parent’s having time with siblings telling stories of their own childhood. If grandmas or grandpas are … [Read more...] about Bits & Pieces: Paula and John Breakfast at Hotel Center
The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
The Mail Boxby John Mooy When you grow up in a small town with a father who is a rural mail carrier there are a number of things that happen. You become familiar with the people on the mail route. You probably have the … [Read more...] about The True Book of Mostly Unrelated Stories
Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
Marcellus Schools Superintendent shares the smiles of FFA members (left to right) Lyssa Robson, Seth Newland, and Abby Asmus after the students’ success at FFA Districts. On March 18, the Marcellus Board of Education will hold a work … [Read more...] about Inside the Marcellus Community Schools
Band Notes – January 29, 2024
Band Notes - January 29, 2024 Coming Up:Jan. 31: Cookie dough fundraiser begins!Feb. 10: HS Solo and Ensemble at SMCFeb. 2: Pre-Festival Band Concert at 7pm; Band Grades 7-12Feb. 22: ½ Day for Parent Teacher Conferences. Session 1: … [Read more...] about Band Notes – January 29, 2024