September 26, 2015 • Vol. 136 No. 37
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In The News: Dan Stulberg proud of his time on MPS Board On Sept. 28, Dan Stulberg will take part in his final Marshall Public Schools Board of Education meeting as trustee. After more than 11 years, on the board, Stulberg has decided to step down. “I am very grateful that I've had the opportunity to serve my community and work with some extraordinary individuals during my tenure on the board, but I think it's time to lower the average age of our school board members by giving up my seat at the board table,” Stulberg said. See story on page 19 Marshall artist to be featured at Art Prize Erica Eash of Marshall never dreamed of being a featured artist at an international art competition, but because of her friends and family’s belief in her art, Eash will be featured at the 7th Annual Art Prize in Grand Rapids displaying her work at The B.O.B. “This is my first time ever having my work on display at all,” said Eash. “I’ve always just created art for my own enjoyment so being on display is a bit out of my comfort zone. I feel really fortunate to be able to put my work out there for the first time by participating in such a major event.” See story on page 29 Athena leadership nominees announced Since 1992, Marshall has honored exceptional individuals from the community with the Athena Leadership Award. This year, the Marshall Area Economic Development Alliance continues the local Athena Award tradition by coordinating the award presentation in partnership with major sponsors the Marshall Rotary Foundation and Bud’s Towing. Seven women have been singled out as nominees. See story on page 5 Local librarians pick their 'most banned' reads Sunday, Sept. 27 marks the beginning of Banned Book Week. In anticipation of the annual observance, Marshall District Library staff members were asked to choose a banned book and share what impact it has had on them. See stories throughout issue MHS football now 3-1; MHS swimming and diving team victorious The Marshall High School varsity football team won big for a second straight week, beating Pennfield 49-7 on Sept. 18. The Marshall High School girls swimming and diving team was victorious in its first two home meets of the season last week, including a victory over rival Harper Creek. See sports section
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ast week at the 2015 kick-off event, the Marshall United Way announced a $150,000 goal for this year’s campaign. Leading the way toward that end are, from left, fund drive Co-Chair Linda Engle, Executive Director Cindy Lake and Co-Chair Claudia Murch. The purpose of the Marshall United Way is to afford area residents an opportunity to contribute to civic and social welfare associations that benefit others. It’s a way of neighbors helping neighbors. See story on page 2