Marion Press
Marion seniors win AAA award
Mara Jolly, Bonnie Kiger, Taylor Kruse, and Madison Sutten holding their award plaquesPhoto from Marion Public Schools Facebook Page Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher Marion High School seniors Mara Jolly, Bonnie Kiger, Taylor Kruse, and Madison Sutten are all recipients of the…
Postcard from the Pines: Give Mom a Tree
Arbor Day happens each April, although just one day to honor and plant trees doesn’t seem quite right. Perhaps the late date is meant to coincide with the coming of green across the land. We are especially fond of our…
Marion boys track team takes fourth at Onekama
By John RaffelCorrespondent Marion competed in the recent Onekama Invitational.The boys finished fourth out of nine teams.“We had a good performance overall on a good weather day,” Marion coach Jason Keeler said. “It was prime time for a track meet.…
Marion library has STEM projects and other fun events
By Genine Hopkins Spring has arrived and we are in the beginning of May, but the Marion Area District Library has a lot of fun activities and events for kids and adults alike. Beyond the Dungeons and Dragons drop in…
Two Osceola County residents charged in Cadillac murder case
Michael Hayes from LeRoy and Katelynne Hendricks from Tustin. Booking Photo courtesy of the Michigan State Police. Jordan WilcoxAssistant Publisher 45-year-old Michael Peter Hayes from LeRoy, and 18-year-old Katelynne Jonelle Hendricks from Tustin, have been formally charged with multiple felonies,…
Commissioners attend state conference
Osceola County Commissioners Tim Michell, Sally Momany, Mark Gregory alongwith Tim Ladd ,the County Administrator pictured below attended the Michigan Association of Counties Legislative Conference held in Lansing this week. The conference featured current County topics and an opportunity to…
Postcard from the Pines: That Old Time Cookin’
It’s that time of year already. Mom’s Day, graduations, reunions, and a host of get-together events are coming at us fast. And if you are hosting an open house, your daughter’s bridal shower or a big birthday party, the moment…
McBain NMC blanks Brethren, wins Comet Cup
By John RaffelCorrespondent MCBAIN – Northern Michigan Christian’s soccer team on Monday beat Brethren 8-0 Jada VanNoord had five goals and assist.Kylee Winkle had two goals and three assists.Sofia Hernandez had one goal and one assist. Lydia Sprague had two assists. Harper…
Postcard from the Pines: The Grocery Game
It’s time, with the hopefully temporary closing of the one grocery store left in our town, to recount the basic story of grocery stores in Marion, Michigan. At one time, we had three grocery stores and several more businesses that…
Marion Village Market closure stuns residents
By Genine Hopkins The sudden closure of the Marion Village Market this past Sunday, April 14, at 9 p.m. stunned residents who for months, had heard rumors of the grocery store being purchased by Roger’s in Lake. Rumors floated since…
Faces in the Crowd: Michigan State Police F/Lt. Travis House, Cadillac Post
Marion Press: Would you tell us about your background where you were born, where you were raised, and your education? First Lieutenant Travis House: I was born in Cadillac, raised in this area, went to Mesick Schools, and graduated from Mesick…
Postcard from the Pines: September songs…
Friday is the last day of September. The month has gone by at warp speed, as they all seem to, that is unless you’re a ten year old. Let me put it this way; it is roughly three months until…
McBain blows 30-point lead
by Ben MurphySports Writer Up 30-0 at the half, the McBain football team seemed to be in good position to take down rival Lake City Friday. The visiting Trojans stormed back in stunning fashion in the second half however, handing…
Obituary: Anna Grace Prielipp
Anna Grace Prielipp, of Marion, went home to her Lord on Monday, September 26, 2022 at Pleasant Ridge AFC Home in Marion. She was 88.Anna was born on July 31, 1934 in Marion, Michigan to Wilber Joe and Mary Elizabeth…
Obituary: Harry Richard McCaughna
Harry Richard McCaughna of Marion passed away, Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Sunnyside Senior Living in Cadillac. He was 88.Harry was born January 5, 1934 in Lake Orion, Michigan to J.D. and Wilma J. (Ballenger) McCaughna and they preceded him…
Special presentation set at Marion library
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Marion Public Library will have a special presentation opened to the public on Your Health Matters.The session is set for 6 p.m on Oct. 12 at the Marion Public Library. The event will focus…
McBain superintendent hopes to better student achievement
By John RaffelCorrespondent MCBAIN – Mc Bain superintendent Scott Akom told the school board, at its September meeting, goals for the school year were to increase student achievement in reading and math and have a Safety officer position.Little Wheels numbers…
Faces in the Crowd: Katya LaGrow
Growing up in Carrollton, Ohio – a small farming community much like McBain – Katya LaGrow wasn’t able to have any pets in the house.But these days, from her home and office in McBain, Katya can have as many pets…
Marion prepares for homecoming week
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Marion Homecoming parade is set for Friday, Sept. 30 at 5:30 pm.. The parade will start on Chadwick Street and end at the high school. Kickoff will be at 7 p.m. on Friday.The district…
Marion offense in high gear with win over Baldwin
by Ben MurphySports Writer Marion gave up a touchdown on the first play from scrimmage in its road West Michigan ‘D’ League 8-man football game at Baldwin on Friday. From there it was all Eagles however, as they racked up…
