Townships in the region have changed a great deal in the past 50 years, but they’re still important places with a good quality of life. Their vitality is clear in at least several ways. They’re valuable for housing, local government, and in some cases churches and stores. Over the years ...
According to the Marshall Municipal Utilities website, on July 3, 1894, a special election was called by the common council to vote on the sale of $25,000 in bonds for the purpose of establishing a water works and electric light utility. The resolution passed by a 190 to 117 vote. Marshall’s ...
Question: I read your last article about school buses and flashing lights. Can you do a reminder on passing a school bus? Answer: It is illegal to pass a school bus when its red lights are flashing and its stop arm is extended. If you are driving on a divided roadway, you do not need to stop ...
We have been learning about Russell’s Marland Burckhardt, who graduated from Russell High School in 1959, enlisted in the Army, and served in Italy before returning to pursue his love and college. His return from Italy was an adventure. “(My friend) Montz, and I volunteered to return ...
“It’s unimaginable.” “I can’t even begin to understand what you must be feeling.” “I cannot imagine what you’ve gone through.” These are a few of the well-meaning sentiments we’ve heard since our world was shattered and our worst fears came true on Aug. 27. While ...
September is a month of reflection, awareness, and hope. It marks both National Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month and National Recovery Month—two observances that shine a light on struggles often carried in silence. Together, they remind us that mental health and recovery are deeply ...