Marion Press
Prielipp named new Marion superintendent
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION –- Marion Board of Education president Alicia Michell said the new superintendent will take over on July 1 to replace Steve Brimmer, who will be retiring from that position.The board recently appointed high school principal Danyel…
Postcard from the Pines: Totally Forgotten and almost gone
I had the chance to talk with Doug and Sharon Cutler last week. In the course of our conversation Doug told me that he’s been curious about a certain old, unoccupied (on private property) house west of town. He’s been…
Marion softball lose heartbreaker in district championships
by Ben MurphySports Writer The Marion softball team had a late lead against Mesick in the two’s Division 4 district championship game on Friday. The Lady Eagles, who were the visiting team on their home field, gave up two late…
Obituary: Marion Eva Drake
Marion Eva Drake, age 99, of Marion passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 peacefully at her home surrounded by her children. She was born in Rock Lick, Kentucky on November 13, 1922 to Albert and Hattie (Deaton) Crawford. She…
Faces in the Crowd: Jon Stahl
Jon Stahl, a 2019 Marion graduate, had initially thought that he might become a math teacher. But after a college visit to Mid-Michigan Community College, he changed course.He went into HVAC, earned his certifications, and hit the ground running. First…
Cochran selected as new Osceola County Clerk
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – Tracey Cochran has been appointed the new clerk for Osceola County.County commissioner Roger Elkins of Evart confirmed the appointment which was made by the two circuit court judges.Cochran has been the deputy clerk. She will…
Osceola delays economic development for election outcome
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Osceola County Board of Commissioners, voted to not move forward with economic development until after the August Primary.“There was some concerns that we have some millages coming up and those didn’t pass we’ll probably…
Marion woman sentenced for drug delivery
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – Osceola County prosecuting attorney Anthony Badovinac has announced Shiann Ankney, 43, of Marion, was sentenced on June 3 to the Michigan Department of Corrections for a term of 4 years and three months to 20…
Postcard from the Pines: The ‘Season’ is here
Ken and Helen Richardson in 2016 We hope that everyone had a great ‘official’ start to the summer season. Mom Nature pulled her usual Memorial Day tricks, giving us half good and half so-so weather for the long weekend; then…
Obituary: Helen Ann Bardallis
Helen Ann Bardallis, age 91 of Clare, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 27, 2022 at the Pioneer Golden Estates Living Facility of Clare. On July 6, 1930, Helen was born the daughter of George and Sally (Ykimoff) Raicoff in…
Obituary: Robert Michael “Mike” “Chief” Dwyer
Robert Michael “Mike” “Chief” Dwyer, age 87, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Maple View Retirement Community, Ithaca. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, on Wednesday, June 1,…
Administrators have fond memories of 2022 graduates
Ty Baker and Stella Henderson Jessica Dean For Marion. Valedictorians were Jordan Wood and Emily Krchmar and salutatorian was Emily England. By John RaffelCorrespondent BIG RAPIDS – Local administrators have expressed the fond memories they’ll have to the Class of…
Faces in the Crowd: Dan Kingsbury
Dan Kingsbury has lived in Alaska, Colorado, and Hawaii.But he calls northern Michigan home.As Store Manager at the Marion Village Market, Dan enjoys getting to know the friendly faces that make a northern Michigan community go. After all, he’s one…
Postcard from the Pines: Lilacs, Road Work and the Last Garage Sale…
Haskell Lake Pavement It’s almost the end of May, and with a few weather blips, we seem to be on track to welcome June’s weather, right on time. Mom Nature agrees and has showered the landscape with the most spectacular…
Obituary: Helen Arlene Richardson
Helen Arlene Richardson, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at home with family by her side. She was 88.Helen was born on September 17, 1933 to Arly and Vera (VanWegen) Reedy in Sylvan Township, Michigan. Her life…
Obituary: Norris E. Wilson
Norris E. Wilson – Age 83 of Lake, MI was reunited with his son, Kyle, on May 19, 2022. Norris was born to parents Robert Henry Carl and Hulda (Reynolds) Wilson in Surrey Township on March 8, 1939. Norris graduated…
Faces in the Crowd: Cody Rozeveld
Oh, the places you’ll go.Dr. Seuss said it best: “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose.”Cody Rozeveld, a 2012 NMC graduate, chose a career in cancer…
Eccles hired to lead county parks
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – A change has taken place in the directorship of the Osceola County Parks Department.Carl Baumgras has left as director and the department’s new director is Lyndsey Eccles. The 2022 camping season begins on May 6…
Middle Branch announces tire collection days
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Middle Branch Township office has announced hours for the 2022 annual tire collection:The days and hours are: Thursday, June 9, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Friday, June 10 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday…
Osceola board recognizes first responders
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Osceola County Board of Commissioners, at its meeting last week, voted to approve acknowledgement and use of the county logo to recognize the first responders by providing certificates for a recent lifesaving award.The commissioners…
