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How to reach us: Advertising: 517-377-1141 Circulation: 866-226-1812 News: 517-541-2512 Classifieds: 877-475-SELL or 877-391-SELL Review & Observer TM Your very own newspaper serving the “City of Two Rivers” since 1867 © 2011 Lansing Community Newspapers Vol. 144 - No. 14 www.PortlandReviewAndObserver.com March 27, 2011 Portland People’s Choice 2011 People’s eople’s Choice hoice 2 2011 011 Log on to: www.lsj.com/ PeoplesChoice to vote for your favorite area businesses Cast your vote! Photo by Tom Thelen A monument to reading To celebrate Reading Week, Westwood Elementary School in Portland displayed a special monument of the presidents of Mount Rushmore reading books. The creation, titled “Mount Readmore” was constructed by art teacher Chris Hodgman and was on display in the school library. PORTLAND — An agreement that would create a local fire authority was presented to the Portland City Council last week. The draft agreement was presented to the council for a review at its March 21 meeting. The agreement would create the Portland Area Fire Authority and would in- clude the City of Portland, Portland Town- ship and Danby Township. The draft agreement is the result of meet- ings between Portland city manager Tom Dempsey, Portland City Council member Steve Fabiano and officials from Portland and Danby townships. The proposed agree- ment is also being reviewed by each town- ship’s board of trustees. No vote has been taken on the proposed agreement by any of the parties involved. The boards of Danby Township and Port- land Township are also reviewing the pro- posed agreement. Dempsey said the efforts to create a lo- cal fire authority are not the result of the level of service offered. “All during our discussions the township representatives have indicated that they are happy with the level of service that they have received,” said Dempsey. “It has got- ten to the point that the two townships are contributing more to the fire department than what the city is contributing. They felt that they should be consulted on all deci- sions because of the capital that they have provided.” Currently, Portland Township and Danby Township contract with the Portland Fire Department for coverage. Both townships, as well as the City of Portland, pay for fire services based on the percentage of runs to each area over the last three years. Deci- Portland, townships discuss fire authority By TOM THELEN [email protected] Proposal currently under consideration See Fire/page 3 PORTLAND — Area residents will have an opportu- nity to get rid of some of their unused electronic items at this year’s Community Clean-Up event. The Portland City Council approved an agreement with Vintage Tech Recyclers during the council’s March 21 meeting. Vintage Tech Recyclers will provide elec- tronic recycling services during the clean-up event, cur- rently scheduled for April 29-30. “This group would accept a variety of electronics items for recycling and there is no cost to the city or townships,” said Tom Dempsey, Portland city manager. “This is an opportunity for residents to dispose of these items and keep them out of the landfill.” Among the items that Vintage Tech Recyclers will ac- cept during the Community Clean-Up include monitors, laptops, televisions, printers, computers, fax machines, scanners, DVD players, VCRs, video game consoles, key- boards, MP3/iPods and all computer parts. The Community Clean-Up is open to residents of the City of Portland, Portland Township and Danby Town- ship. 2011 clean-up event to include electronics recycling By TOM THELEN [email protected] See City/page 4 You Choose Your Own Body Shop! Not the Insurance Company! Doing Auto Body Repair in Portland since 1989 517-647-6333 CALL US FIRST! CALL US FIRST! We’ll Come to You! We’ll Come to You! We Can HELP with your Insurance Claim! Also,some of your Deductible Also,some of your Deductible 517-647-6333 G l a s s M a s t e r s o f P o r t l a n d G l a s s M a s t e r s o f P o r t l a n d Windshield CRACKED? LJ-0100076721 Tri-County Collision Body Shop Tri-County Collision Body Shop FOR AUTO COLLISION FOR AUTO COLLISION 517-647-7751 517-647-7751 HAVE A BAD DAY? We can make it RIGHT , with a FREE COURTESY CAR to get you back on the road" STONE CHIP REPAIR NOW!! STONE CHIP REPAIR NOW!! BEFORE THE COLD WEATHER CRACKS IT LATER! BEFORE THE COLD WEATHER CRACKS IT LATER! or or

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How to reach us: Advertising: 517-377-1141 Circulation: 866-226-1812 News: 517-541-2512 Classifieds: 877-475-SELL or 877-391-SELL

Review & ObserverTM

Your very own newspaper serving the “City of Two Rivers” since 1867 © 2011 Lansing Community Newspapers

Vol. 144 - No. 14 www.PortlandReviewAndObserver.com March 27, 2011

PortlandPeople’sChoice2011

PPeople’seople’sCChoicehoice

22011011Log on to:

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favorite area businesses

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Photo by Tom Thelen

A monument to reading

To celebrate Reading Week, Westwood Elementary School in Portlanddisplayed a special monument of the presidents of Mount Rushmore readingbooks. The creation, titled “Mount Readmore” was constructed by artteacher Chris Hodgman and was on display in the school library.

PORTLAND — An agreement that wouldcreate a local fire authority was presentedto the Portland City Council last week.

The draft agreement was presented tothe council for a review at its March 21meeting. The agreement would create thePortland Area Fire Authority and would in-clude the City of Portland, Portland Town-ship and Danby Township.

The draft agreement is the result of meet-ings between Portland city manager TomDempsey, Portland City Council memberSteve Fabiano and officials from Portlandand Danby townships. The proposed agree-ment is also being reviewed by each town-ship’s board of trustees.

No vote has been taken on the proposed

agreement by any of the parties involved.The boards of Danby Township and Port-land Township are also reviewing the pro-posed agreement.

Dempsey said the efforts to create a lo-cal fire authority are not the result of thelevel of service offered.

“All during our discussions the townshiprepresentatives have indicated that they arehappy with the level of service that theyhave received,” said Dempsey. “It has got-ten to the point that the two townships arecontributing more to the fire departmentthan what the city is contributing. They feltthat they should be consulted on all deci-sions because of the capital that they haveprovided.”

Currently, Portland Township and DanbyTownship contract with the Portland FireDepartment for coverage. Both townships,as well as the City of Portland, pay for fireservices based on the percentage of runs toeach area over the last three years. Deci-

Portland, townshipsdiscuss fire authority

By TOM [email protected]

Proposal currently

under consideration

See Fire/page 3

PORTLAND — Area residents will have an opportu-nity to get rid of some of their unused electronic itemsat this year’s Community Clean-Up event.

The Portland City Council approved an agreementwith Vintage Tech Recyclers during the council’s March21 meeting. Vintage Tech Recyclers will provide elec-

tronic recycling services during the clean-up event, cur-rently scheduled for April 29-30.

“This group would accept a variety of electronicsitems for recycling and there is no cost to the city ortownships,” said Tom Dempsey, Portland city manager.“This is an opportunity for residents to dispose of theseitems and keep them out of the landfill.”

Among the items that Vintage Tech Recyclers will ac-cept during the Community Clean-Up include monitors,

laptops, televisions, printers, computers, fax machines,scanners, DVD players, VCRs, video game consoles, key-boards, MP3/iPods and all computer parts.

The Community Clean-Up is open to residents of theCity of Portland, Portland Township and Danby Town-ship.

2011 clean-up event to include electronics recyclingBy TOM [email protected]

See City/page 4

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VFW announcesmeal schedule

The Portland VFW Post 4090 hasscheduled the following events atthe post home, which is located at1324 E Bridge St. in Portland.

The public is invited to attend.• Sunday, March 27, breakfast

from 8 to 11:30 a.m.• Friday, April 1, burger night/

fish sandwich from 5 to 8 p.m.• Friday, April 8, fish fry from 5

to 8 p.m.• Sunday, April 10, breakfast

from 8 to 11:30 a.m.

Tea Party group tomeet on March 30

The Ionia/Montcalm Tea Partygroup holds its first meeting onWednesday, March 30, at 7 p.m. atthe Wagon Wheel American Grillnear Portland.

Anyone interested in the organi-zation is welcome to attend.

For more information, call (616)527-8860.

Epic offers monthlyfood assistance

Epic-a community church will beoffering monthly food assistance tofamilies in need on the first Satur-day of each month by appointmentonly.

Families in need should contact(517) 647-7750 to set-up an appoint-ment for Saturday, April 2.

GRCC to holdhunter safety course

The Grand River ConservationClub begins its spring hunter safetycourse on Monday, April 11, withadditional class meetings on April14 and April 18.

Sessions take place from 6 to 9p.m. at the club, located at 7345 Ly-ons Road near Portland.

A field exercise will also be heldon April 16.

The time of the exercise will beannounced at the April 14 class ses-sion.

The fee for the course is $5 andis due at the first class session.

Participants must attend all fourclasses to receive a certificate ofcompletion.

For more information, contact

Jim Winslow at (517) 647-6134 orGordy Hoppes at (517) 526-0427

Tryouts announced forGrand Slam academy

LANSING – Grand Slam Base-ball Academy at Court One AthleticClubs will hold a tryout for its 8U,9U and 10U travel summer baseballteams on April 2 from 11 a.m. to12:30 p.m. at its North Club on 1609Lake Lansing Rd. in Lansing. GrandSlam is seeking serious players andcoaches for its Academy programteams. Contact Mike Bess or MarlonWright at Court One (517) 372-9531for further information.

Blood drives totake place in area

The American Red Cross hasscheduled blood drives for the fol-lowing dates:

• Friday, April 1, at Sparrow Io-nia Hospital, 479 Lafayette St., Io-nia, from 10 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

• Wednesday, April 6, at the IoniaMoose Lodge, 869 E. Lincoln St., Io-nia, from noon to 5:45 p.m.

Blood donors must be at least 17years old, weigh at least 110 poundsand be in good general health.To schedule an appointment atone of the above blood drives orfor information on a blood drive,call 1-800-GIVE LIFE or visitwww.redcrossmichigan.org.

Mount Hope Church tocelebrate anniversary

Mount Hope Church of Portlandinvites the community to celebratetheir 20th anniversary this month.

The church, located at 845 IoniaRoad in Portland, holds a special an-niversary worship service on Sun-day, March 27, at 10 a.m.

The guest speakers with be Pas-tor Dave Williams and his wife MaryJo. A reception will following theworship service.

Also, a special Family Fun Nightwill be held at the church starting

at 6 p.m. For more information,contact Mount Hope Church at(517) 647-4136 or visit the church’swebsite atwww.portlandmounthope.org.

Church holds John 3:17Giveaway on April 2

The First Baptist Church of Port-land holds its third annual I John3:17 Giveaway on Saturday, April 2,from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church,located at 406 E. Bridge St. in Port-land. Persons wishing to donate gen-tly used clothing, household goods,baby items may drop them off at thechurch on Friday, April 1, from 9a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information, call (517)647-7197.

K of C hosts indoorflea market on April 10

The Portland Knights of Colum-bus host the final indoor flea marketfundraiser for the season on Sun-day, April 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.at the K of C Hall at 690 MaynardRoad. A wide variety of goods willbe available.

Tables are still available and cost$7 each.

Admission is $1 per person over14 years old. Lunch and homemadedesserts will be available.

For more information, please callDennis at (517) 526-0645.

Eagle Park to holdchicken dinner April 10

Eagle Park is hosting a chickendinner on Sunday, April 10, from 11a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Eagle Park re-ception hall.

Admission is $8 for adults and $4for children ages 10 and under.

Proceeds go toward Eagle Parkimprovements and maintenance.

Legislative luncheonmeets on April 11

The Portland Area Chamber ofCommerce holds its next monthlylegislative luncheon on Monday,April 11, at noon at Jerry’s Restau-rant on Kent Street in downtownPortland.

Residents are invited to stop byand discuss items with local andstate-elected officials.

Courtesy photo

Bring on Watson

St. Joseph School in Pewamo held a “Jeopardy” competitionas part of its 2011 Catholic Schools Week celebration.Students were placed in either the 5/6 grade division or 7/8grade division. Top finishers in both divisions include (left toright) Blake Hengesbach, Nicki Wood, Nicholas Baker, JaredKlein, Savannah Klein, Michelle Feldpausch.

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Kick Butts poster winners

In celebration of Kick Butts Day, a national day of activism that empowersyouth to speak up and take action against tobacco, the Ionia CountySubstance Abuse Initiative hosted a poster contest, in which students fromPortland Middle School had the opportunity to create posters regarding thedangers of tobacco use. The contest winners were (left to right) Holly Reed,Claire Balderson, and Abbey Repson. Not pictured is Carrie Sonday.

All this week, remind your children of the wonder and delight of reading.

Teach them that reading can give them a lifetime of information and amazement.

PORTLAND — The Portland Area Minis-terial Association has announced that Bea-con of Hope counseling services are nowavailable to the Portland community.

Beacon of Hope is based in Holland withsites in Ottawa and Kent counties. The orga-

nization is unique in that counseling servicesare provided at no cost to the client.

Kyle Thompson, MA, LLPC, is the execu-tive director and director of counseling for

Free counseling service

now available in Portland

See Beacon/page 4

sions regarding the department are madeby city officials.

Under the draft agreement, the three-year average of runs would be used todetermine 50 percent of each area’s contri-bution to the authority. 25 percent wouldbe based on population as determined bythe most recent Census, and the final 25percent would be determined by the stateequalized value of the each area covered bythe agreement.

Ambulance not includedAll fire vehicles and equipment current-

ly used by the Portland Fire Departmentwould transfer to the authority if the agree-ment is approved. However, the PortlandAmbulance Department would remain aseparate entity.

“This agreement does not include the am-bulance department,” said Fabiano. “How-ever, it does not prevent the authority frombeing expanded to include the ambulancedepartment in the future.”

Current members of the Portland FireDepartment would be transferred to the

fire authority with the same wages, senior-ity and benefits that they currently hold.

The proposed governing board of the au-thority would consist of two members fromeach of the three municipalities. One mem-ber from each municipality must be a mem-ber of the municipality’s legislative body.

The agreement would also dissolve thePortland Area Municipal Authority, whichincludes members from all three munici-palities and oversees the maintenance ofthe Emergency Services building in Port-land. That responsibility would also trans-fer to the proposed authority.

Portland Mayor James Barnes said hewas open to the idea of an authority.

“If this is a win-win for everyone in-volved I’m all for it,” said Barnes. “If this isgood for the fire department, we could lookat other areas such as ambulance or parksand recreation.”

Council member Julie Clement notedthat this type of regional cooperation waswhat Governor Rick Snyder had spokenabout in discussing his plan for revenuesharing earlier in the day.

“The ultimate question is – what is bestfor the people of Portland,” said Clement.

Continued from page 1

Fire: City, area townships

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Beacon of Hope. Thompson is in the Portland communityevery two weeks with additional counselors in Portlandeach week to provide services. Community members whoare in need of counseling may contact the Beacon of Hopeoffice at the Portland Church of the Nazarene at (517)647-6578 for an appointment.

Beacon of Hope is funded by a number of different sourc-es. Local pastors who are members of the Portland AreaMinisterial Association as raising support for the programby attending an annual golf-a-thon and are seeking sponsors.Anyone who wishes to help with this effort should contacta member of local clergy, including Marilyn Danielson, EdFilter, Father Larry King, Ed Love, Joe Robbe, Dan Stemenor Keith Treman.

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Beacon: Ministers

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Ambulance agreementThe council also approved ambulance service agree-

ments with a number of the surrounding municipalities.Through the agreement, the Portland Ambulance De-

partment will provide ambulance services to Danby Town-ship, Portland Township, Westphalia Township, OrangeTownship, Lyons Township, Sebewa Township, the Villageof Pewamo and the Village of Westphalia.

The amount that the various municipalities pay for theservice did increase for 2011-2012. Those that choose to bebilled based on a per-call basis will see the charge increasefrom $670 to $675 per call. Any insurance money collectedis returned to the municipality.

Local units that choose to be billed based on a flat feeper person will see the fee increase from $11.25 per personto $11.40 per person.

The department will continue to offer a subscriptionplan to all residents in its coverage area. However, theprice of the plan will decrease to $60 per household. Thecharge had been $156.

“When we first offered the plan we had 300 householdsparticipate,” said Dave Brown, director of the PortlandAmbulance Department. “This past year we only had 21,mainly due to the cost.”

The subscription plan covers all ambulance runs to anaddress for an entire year and covers everyone living atthat address. The department bills the patient’s insuranceand accepts what the insurance company pays as paymentin full for that run.

Rivertrail tunnel discussedDempsey also provided the council with an update on

a project by the Michigan Department of Transportation(MDOT) along Interstate 96. MDOT is planning to removethe I-96 bridges over the Rivertrail just east of exit 77.

Dempsey said that MDOT has indicated that the orga-nization does not have the funds to put in a box culvert

as well as place an alternative trail route and have offeredto re-route the trail. An alternate route that had been dis-cussed would be to take the trail along Rowe Avenue toGrand River Avenue and then follow along Grand River Av-enue south to the existing trail at Cutler Road.

“The Parks and Recreation Board met and discussedthe options and recommended accepting the box culvert,”said Dempsey. “We could also ask for an easement for thealternate route so that it could be installed at a later date ifgrant funds become available.”

The council discussed some the decisions that wouldhave to be made in regards to the tunnel, which wouldstretch 200 feet underneath the expressway.

City: Council approves ambulance service agreementContinued from page 1

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PAA dinner party a great successThe Portland Athletic Association 2011 Dinner Party

Committee would like to express our appreciation to thePortland community for helping us achieve our fundrais-ing goal. The event held on Feb. 19 was a great success.As we all know, athletics are usually the first to see budgetcuts when hard times hit, so the purpose for this event wasto raise the necessary funds to help our teams fill in thosegaps created by these cuts. This event allows us to helpfund nine of our athletic teams.

We want to recognize the coaches, administrators, par-ents, merchants & athletes who stepped up to make thisevent a true success.

We have set the date for next year’s event for Feb. 18,2012.

Sherri Gensterblum, Marcy Lay, Jim Niebling,Ray Kimball, John Novara, Jack Anderson

PAA Dinner Party Committee

Efforts of many made 2011 youthwrestling season successful

The Portland Wrestling Club would like to acknowledgethe coaches, parents and sponsors that helped to makethis wrestling season a success. This season has seen anincrease in the number of participants; including the num-

ber of members attending 12 wrestling tournaments as faraway as Jackson. With an average of 12 to 14 wrestlers at-tending each tournament there were 13 first place med-als, 35 second place medals, 38 third place medals, and 16fourth place medals awarded to our wrestlers. At the re-gional tournament held on March 12 seven of our wrestlersqualified for the state tournament held at the Kellogg Cen-ter in Battle Creek March 24-26.

We would especially like to acknowledge our sponsors,The Looking Grand Café, Keusch’s Super Service, Indepen-dent Bank, Subway, Little Caesar’s and The Pizza Shop,

for their generous donations in helping our tournamentheld in Portland, on Feb. 19, a success. We would also liketo recognize Angie Beckhold, P.A. for acting as our on-sitetrainer to help with any injuries. With their help we wereable to host over 250 wrestlers at the Portland High School.This tournament is the largest fund raising event for ourclub.

Special recognition goes to our coaches, Ryan Fedewaand Jonah Lyon. Without your time and dedication to ourchildren none of this would be possible.

The Portland Wrestling Club Board

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Portland High School hasannounced the selection ofMatt Guidi as the recipientof the “Raider of the Week”award for the week ofMarch 7.

Matt is a junior at Port-land High School and is theson of Chris and JeralynMarshall and Ben Platte

Matt has participated inPHS football, basketball, andbaseball for three years. Heis also a member of the Na-tional Honor Society.

After graduation, Mattplans on attending MichiganState University and majorin engineering.

In recognition of beingselected as “Raider of theWeek” at Portland HighSchool, Matt is awarded one

9”/1-item pizza, courtesy ofMarti Schrauben and thePortland Party Store and willreceive a plaque from S&KTrophies courtesy of Lynnand Dan Babbitt.

Raider of the Week

Guidi

I am handing over myplace at the podium forthis week’s newspaper col-umn to Peter Spadafore.Mr. Spadafore is the co-chair of the Save OurSchools (SOS) Coalitionwhich represents parents,school employees, schoolboard members and con-cerned citizens invested inreforming education andschool finance in the stateof Michigan.

I respectfully turn thefloor over to Mr. Spada-fore:

The governor and Leg-islature need to keep the

promise of funding K-12 ed-ucation.

Last year, when the Leg-islature shifted $208 mil-lion from the School AidFund to the General Fundfor community colleges, itwas sold as a one-timetransfer being used underextreme circumstances.Now the governor is pro-posing an unprecedentedshift in School Aid resourc-es from K-12 to universities

and community colleges.Allowing the use of

School Aid dollars for high-er education, a $900 mil-lion transfer, will result ina $470 per pupil cut for ev-ery district. Some districtswill see even deeper cuts.These cuts are on top ofthe increase in state-man-dated costs for retirement,which will cost schools an-other $230 per pupil.

Add the numbers togeth-

er and districts face a $700per pupil cut. Schools can’tabsorb that type of cutwithout devastating theireducational programs andstudents.

Now is the time to investin our future, not cut it outof existence. The SchoolAid Fund, if left alone, hasthe potential to increaseeducation funding by $260per pupil. Yes, you readthat correctly. The gover-

nor has proposed a massivecut when there’s enoughmoney to actually invest ineducation.

In 1994, Michigandersvoted on a state fundingmodel for schools with Pro-posal A. The promise to thepeople was that the statewould shoulder the respon-sibility of funding the K-12system in exchange for lim-

Promises made with Proposal A are not being keptSuperintendent’s

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iting the ability to levylocal school operatingmillages. Since that prom-ise was made, it has beenroutinely broken.

Before last year, thestate never used the SchoolAid Fund for higher educa-tion as these entities havethe ability to raise revenuein ways your schools don’t.

Now Lansing is preparingto use nearly a billion dol-lars from the School AidFund for non-K-12 pro-grams.

Enough is enough. It’stime we hold our electedofficials accountable anddemand they keep thepromise to the taxpayers,the children of Michiganand the future of our state.We can’t cut our way out

of this problem; we need asolution that invests in ed-ucation and prepares everychild for the 21st centuryeconomy and workforce.

School funding isn’t justan education issue - it’s acommunity issue, an eco-nomic recovery issue anda values issue. Educationaffects everyone, with andwithout children. It’s im-perative that we let legisla-

tors know the importanceof rejecting Snyder’s shiftof community colleges anduniversities into the SchoolAid Fund.

The governor has talkedabout “shared sacrifices,”but proposed a budget withnearly $2 billion in tax re-ductions for business paidfor, in part, by huge cuts ineducation. If the governorand Legislature truly value

public education, as theysay they do, they will proveit and keep their promise.”

Thank you Mr. Spada-fore. You can find more in-formation about the SOSCoalition atwww.sosmichigan.org.

There is more detailedinformation concerningthe impact that the Gov-ernor’s proposed budget

would have on PortlandPublic Schools on ourwebsite atwww.portlandk12.org.

Please take a few min-utes and look at both ofthese informative web-sites.

Charles Dumas is thesuperintendent of thePortland Public SchoolDistrict

Continued from page 6

Schools: Proposal A promises are not being kept

Portland High School hasannounced that Sarah Whitehas been selected as the re-cipient of the “Raider of theWeek” award for the weekof March 21.

Sarah is a senior at Port-land High School and is thedaughter of Pat and LorraineWhite.

Sarah has run cross coun-try for four years and trackfor two. She is a member ofthe National Honor Societyand volunteers her time tu-toring and with the Relay forLife. She also works part-time at Playmakers.

After graduation, Sarahplans on attending GrandValley State University topursue a degree in elemen-tary education.

In recognition of beingselected as “Raider of theWeek” at Portland HighSchool, Sarah is awardedone 9”/1-item pizza, courte-sy of Marti Schrauben andthe Portland Party Store andwill receive a plaque fromS&K Trophies courtesy ofLynn and Dan Babbitt.

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The snow is melting andthe temperatures are begin-ning to rise. It is the time onthe calendar when schoolsbegin preparing for the fol-lowing year, and that meansit’s time for kindergartenscreening. For many par-ents, especially those witha child entering school forthe first time, this can be atime of anxiety. I would liketo assure you that our expe-rienced staff is prepared tohelp you through this pro-cess.

We will not experience

any major changes in our DKor kindergarten programsnext year. We will continueto offer half day sessions forthe DK students and all-day,every day sessions for thekindergarteners.

• To enter our DK pro-

gram, students must be 4years old at the start of theschool year and turn 5 be-fore the end of the schoolyear (if they do not meet thiscriteria they would enter the4 year old preschool pro-gram.) We will offer morning(8:30 to 11:30 a.m.) and af-ternoon (12:30 to 3:30 p.m.)DK sessions.

• To enter our kindergar-ten program, students mustbe 5 years of age by Dec.1 of the school year of en-rollment. St. Pat’s was thefirst school in the area to of-

fer all-day, every-day kinder-garten classes, and we haveseen how beneficial it is tothe children. Kindergartenstudents will be in schoolfrom 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.,Monday through Friday.

How will the schoolscreen my child?

St. Patrick School usesthe Gesell DevelopmentalObservation (GDO.) TheGDO is a standard proce-dure for direct observationof a child’s growth and de-velopment. This assessmentis conducted by a trained

examiner who makes ob-servations of a child’s behav-ior and then evaluates theseobservations by comparisonwith normative patterns de-veloped for each develop-mental age. The GDO doesnot have right or wrongresponses. This assessmentprovides a composite pic-ture of a child’s developmen-tal age, his or her individualrate of growth, and his or herintegrity in the total growthprocess.

Is it important to havemy child screened, espe-

cially if I already knowthat I want my child inDK or kindergarten?

The Gesell Institute rec-ommends that every childreceive a developmentalscreening to create a pic-ture of where he or she isin their unique process ofgrowth and development. Ascreening provides informa-tion about a child’s develop-mental maturity comparedto other children at differentages. Developmental screen-

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ing can often provide the first warning signs of develop-mental delay.

How will my child handle the screening process?When your child is screened they will possibly expe-

rience some anxiety. This is perfectly normal. Relax,your child will be fine. Once they are asked to completethe screening tasks, they usually dive right in and givetheir best effort.

Help relieve their anxiety before they arrive by ex-plaining what they will be doing and why. Ask them torelax and try their best. Kids are more resilient than weexpect and love to work hard and give their best effort. Iam not aware of any child that has been scarred for lifeby their kindergarten screening.

Can I as the parent choose to have my childplaced in kindergarten or DK or do I have to whatthe screener advises?

If a child screens for kindergarten, a child may stillbe placed in DK at the request of the parents. If achild screens for DK, that is where the child will beplaced. We will not advance students to kindergartenwho screen for DK. The GDO has proven to be 100 per-cent accurate over the three years I have been adminis-trator at St. Pat’s. We do not want to place students in asituation where they will be unable to be successful.

If you have any further questions in regards toSt. Patrick’s DK or kindergarten programs, pleasecontact me at (517) 647-7551 or by email [email protected]. If you were unableto attend the open house, we can also schedule a time

for you to visit classrooms and meet with your child’steacher. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. You will notbe the first or only person with that same question. Kin-dergarten screening should not be a time of fear andanxiety but should be a celebration of the next step ofyour child’s development.

Screening will take place on Thursday, April 14.Please call the school office at (517) 647-7551 to sched-ule an appointment. Appointments will be scheduledbetween 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., and will last between 30 and60 minutes.

Randy Hodge is the administrator at St. PatrickSchool

Hodge: St. Pat sets date for kindergarten screeningsContinued from page 9

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This report was compiledfrom 27 entries in the log booksof the Portland Police Depart-ment from March 16-23.

Friday, March 118:30 p.m.- report of an

odor of marijuana coming froma building on Grand RiverAvenue. Officer went to theaddress and noted a strongsmell of marijuana coming fromone of the apartments. The offi-cer knocked on the door. Thesubject inside told the officerthat he had a medical marijuanapermit, but could not provide itat the officer’s request.

Officers researched the res-ident’s claim, but could notfind evidence of the subjectbeing issued a medical mari-juana permit. The officer wentback to the apartment andissued a citation for using mari-juana.

Monday, March 148:54 a.m.- report of a loud

dispute between neighbors onGrant Street. Officers spokewith both parties involved

7 p.m.- assist to the Port-land Ambulance Departmentwith a medical call on HillStreet.

8:40 p.m.- officer on patrolobserved a vehicle with adefective headlight in the areaof Grand River Avenue and

Quarterline Street. During a traf-fic stop, the driver provided arestricted driver’s license. Thedriver also stated that the vehi-cle did not have insurance andhad an improper plate. Thedriver was cited for improperplates and for driving an unin-sured vehicle. The vehicle wasimpounded.

11:30 p.m.- assist to a sub-ject on Cross Street who waslocked out of a vehicle.

Tuesday, March 1510:01 a.m.- assist to a sub-

ject on Grand River Avenue whowas locked out of a vehicle.

Wednesday, March 163:52 a.m.- assist to the Port-

land Ambulance Departmentwith a medical call on GreenStreet.

12:15 p.m.- assist to a sub-ject on Ionia Road who waslocked out of a vehicle.

2 p.m.- report of a car/deeraccident at Grand River Avenueand Lincoln Street.

6:24 p.m.- assist to the Port-land Ambulance Department ata medical call on Looking GlassAvenue.

8:24 p.m.- report of an acti-vated alarm on Cross Street.The building was checked andfound to be secure.

Thursday, March 178:55 a.m. - report of a non-

sufficient funds check beingreceived at a business onGrand River Avenue. A letterrequesting payment was sent tothe check writer.

1:05 p.m.- assist to a sub-ject at Maple Street and BridgeStreet who was locked out of avehicle.

10:27 p.m.- assist to theIonia Department of PublicSafety with a follow-up on acase being handled by the IoniaDPS.

Friday, March 1812:12 a.m.- report of a vehi-

cle striking a tree at DonnaStreet and Bethel Street. Afteran investigation, the driver wasarrested for operating whileintoxicated and was trans-ported to the Ionia County Jail.

10:15 a.m.- report of a loudparty that had taken placethe previous evening on EastStreet. Officer spoke with thehome owner and issued awarning regarding future com-plaints.

5:06 p.m.- request to checka residence on Riverside Drive.

5:41 p.m.- report of a loosedog on Ionia Road. The dogwas picked up and taken to thecity kennel.

11:26 p.m.- report of a bark-ing dog on Grant Street. Officerlocated the dog and warned its

owner.Saturday, March 191:20 p.m.- report of a failure

to pay for gasoline at a busi-ness on Grand River Avenue.

Sunday, March 202:59 a.m.- report of an

assault that had taken placeat a business on Grand RiverAvenue. Officers arrived to findthat the suspect had left, butthe suspect’s family was stillon scene. Family membersreported that they were return-ing from a wedding and thesuspect was intoxicated andhad became angry and struck afamily member.

Later, the suspect wasobserved back at the businessusing a telephone. The suspectresisted the officers but wastaken into custody. The suspectwas charged with resisting andobstructing an officer, disorderlyconduct, minor using alcoholand a probation violation.

Monday, March 216:08 p.m.- assist to the

Michigan State Police at thescene of an accident alongInterstate 96 near mile marker80.

9:10 p.m.- assist to the Port-land Ambulance Department ona medical call on Lillian Boule-vard.

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Are You PoisoningYour Kids?

How many of you have felt uneasy over the amount of “diet” soft drinks your children are consuming eachday? If your intuition has given you internal warnings, you are correct. As a chiropractor with a focus inpediatrics, I am very concerned with the increasing use of artificial sweeteners, especially by children. Themost widely used of these is ASPARTAME, marketed as “NutraSweet”, “Equal”, and “Spoonful”. Ata recent World Environmental Conference, the EPA (Environmental ProtectionAgency) announced thatthere was an increasing epidemic of Multiple Sclerosis and Systemic Lupus, among others, caused by athen unknown toxin. It was soon discovered that the toxin in question wasAspartame.

When the temperature of Aspartame exceeds 86 degrees F., the wood alcohol (methanol) in Aspartameconverts to formaldehyde and then to formic acid which then causes metabolic acidosis.

If you think this is not a problem, think again. Body temperature hovers around 98.6 degrees, perfect conditionsfor aspartame to be converted to formaldehyde. This then affects the retina of the eye; not a pleasant side effect.Formaldehyde is grouped in the same drug class as cyanide and arsenic - deadly poisons. It is also used toembalm corpses and as a preservative in vaccines. It has no business being in your child.

Aspartame changes the brain’s chemistry and has been responsible for many neurological problems suchas seizures, manic depression, rage, violence, etc. This methanol toxicity mimics Multiple Sclerosis; thuspeople were being diagnosed with MS in error.

In the case of Systemic Lupus, it is becoming rampant especially among Diet Coke and Diet Pepsidrinkers. It is triggered byAspartame. With continued use, it can be life threatening. When kids get offAspartame, those with Systemic Lupus usually become asymptomatic but the disease cannot be reversed.Those diagnosed with MS (when in reality the disease is methanol toxicity), have noticed that most of theirsymptoms disappear.

If your children are suffering from fibromyalgia symptoms, spasms, shooting pains, numbness in the legs,cramping, dizziness, headaches, joint pains, depression, anxiety attacks, slurred speech, blurred vision, ormemory loss, they may be suffering from Aspartame Disease.

This product is being promoted to children as a weight-loss sweetener. Nothing could be further from thetruth. Aspartame makes one actually crave carbohydrates. Dr. Roberts, a diabetic specialist and a worldexpert on aspartame poisoning, stated at a Congressional hearing recently, that the average weight loss was19 lbs. in people who got off this chemical. Dr. Blaylock, a neurosurgeon, said that it stimulates the braincausing brain damage of varying degrees.

Why has this chemical not been taken off the market?Well…the manufacturer funds theAmerican Diabetes Association, the American Dietetic Association, Congress, and theConference of the American College of Physicians. Need I say more?

For safe and sweet alternatives to aspartame you can try Fructose, Stevia (I am a big fan ofthis one), Barley Malt, Honey and Dark Molasses, all available at your local health foodstore. Let’s take care of our kids!

I have run this article before but there are two additional things that have really begun toconcern me. My first concern is that according to the New England Journal of Medicine, oneway to cut down on obesity is to tax sugared soft drinks. They have proposed that a pennyper ounce will decrease obesity by approximately 10%. So will this lead to an increased useof artificial sweeteners?

My second concern is whatever happened to water!! We are the only animals on the planetthat drink anything other than water once weaned from their mother’s breast milk. Rememberthe things that we put into our bodies do have an effect on a developing nerve system.

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Grade 3-5 Book ClubThe next meeting for the

book club is Tuesday, April26, at 5 p.m. “Chocolate Fe-ver” by Robert Kimmel Smithis the next book we are read-ing for the book club.

Grade 1-2 Book ClubThis week’s book club

will focus on science-fiction/fantasy. You can check out abook at the library or bringone from home. We will meetin the story time room at 6p.m. on Tuesday, March 29.

Go bananasOn Tuesday, April 5, we

will be hosting a BananaParty from 1 to 3 p.m. Wewill be playing Donkey KongCountry on the Wii, Banana-Grams, and other banana re-lated games. We will makebanana splits for snacks andend the party by showing“Curious George: Show methe Monkey.” Be sure andwear yellow to the party!This party is for all ages!

Book driveThe Portland High School

Community Service Club issponsoring a book drivethrough the end of March.One of the drop-off spots isin the children’s room at thePortland District Library. Ifyou have questions pleasecontact Mr. Thompson at thePortland High School.

Quilt raffleA quilt raffle sponsored

by the Ionia County ISD isbeing held to support theDolly Parton’s ImaginationLibrary of Ionia County. Theraffle drawing will be held

on March 31 at noon. Therehave been 34 quilts made byIonia County residents fea-turing the classic children’sbook “The Poky Little Pup-py.” The quilt that is featuredat the Portland District Li-brary was quilted by CarleenKissane of Portland.

All quilts can be viewedonline at www.ioniaisd.orgby clicking on the Imagina-tion Library link. Tickets forthe raffle will be $5 per ticketor $30 for 10 tickets and aresold locally at the Around theBlock Quilt Shop.

The Dolly Parton Imagi-nation Library is a book dis-tribution program for youngchildren. The program pro-vides a book a month frombirth until the child turns5 years of age. Enrolling inthe program is easy. Formsare available online atwww.ioniaisd.org by clickingon the Dolly Parton Imagina-tion Library link, as well as inmany schools, libraries andother community locations.The Portland District Libraryhas forms on hand.

The program is fund com-pletely by community dona-tions. Just $27 provides achild a book a month for anentire year.

Author visitPlease plan on attending

Library to go bananas April 5Library

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Jan Mosserand Kristie Reynolds

the author book talk andbook signing at the IoniaTheater on Thursday, March31, at 7 p.m. There is nocharge to attend, and theprogram is designed forteens and adults. The bookis “Bath Massacre: Ameri-ca’s First School Bombing”by Arnie Bernstein. Bookswill also be available for pur-chase.

Book saleThe Friends of the Li-

brary will have their annualbook sale on April 14-16. If

you have books or audio-visual items to donate, thiswould be a great time to doso. We cannot accept mag-azines, encyclopedias, text-books, or items in poorcondition. Books need tohave their covers, and audio-visuals need to be in playingcondition and in their orig-inal packaging. We thankyou for your donations.

Jan Mosser is the directorof the Portland DistrictLibrary and Kristie Reyn-olds is the youth librarian

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PORTLAND — The Portland Main Street program hasannounced that it will hold its second annual “DowntownPortland Block Party” on Saturday, May 21. A classic car“cruise in” by the Portland Cruisers, local food vendors,live entertainment, and a softball tournament will highlightthis year’s event.

“The Promotions and Marketing Committee is very ex-cited to bring this event back for 2011,” said Main StreetManager Patrick Reagan. “It brought a lot of people down-town last year, and we are hoping that even more peoplewill come to downtown Portland on May 21st.”

The Block Party will once again feature a car “cruise-in’ by the Portland Cruisers Car Club. “Last year, we hadover 200 classic cars come out for the Block Party, so we’repretty excited to have the Portland Cruisers taking part inthis event once again,” said Reagan.

Great food will also highlight this event, as local food

vendors will be selling their best dishes throughout theday.

“We have some great restaurants taking part in thisevent,” Reagan said. “We’re hoping that a lot of people willbe introduced - or reintroduced - to some of the best foodin the area during the Block Party.”

Food vendors for the 2011 Block Part include the Look-ing Grand Café, Cheeky Monkeys, Maria’s Tacos and the“Rebels with a Cause” Relay for Life team.

The Downtown Block Party will once again feature amen’s softball tournament to be held at Powers Park andBogue Flats on May 21. The cost for a team in this year’s tour-nament is $125. The deadline to sign a team up is May 4.

Groups interested in participating in the softball tourna-ment should contact recreation programmer Neil Brown at(517) 647-3207. Registration forms can also be downloadedat www.portlandmainstreet.org.

“More than anything, the Promotions and MarketingCommittee is very impressed with the support that thisevent has received from our sponsors in the first year,” saidReagan. “Portland Federal Credit Union, Tri-County Elec-tric, and TRW are just some of the great sponsors that wealready have this year.”

The goal of the Portland Main Street program is to ac-tively revitalize Portland’s vibrant, charming, and uniquedowntown into a gathering place-one that uses broad-based community support to (1) provide opportunities toentrepreneurs; (2) sustain a strong economic foundationfor the region; and (3) safeguard history, tradition, and asense of community for residents and visitors.

For more information on the program, visit the PortlandMain Street website at www.portlandmainstreet.org or callthe Portland Main Street offices at (517) 647-5027.

— From Portland Main Street

Main Street program to host second block party

IONIA — Residents in IoniaCounty will have many opportuni-ties to dispose of household haz-ardous waste as well as electronicwaste products beginning in April.There will be five householdhazardous waste collections andtwo electronic waste collectionsheld throughout Ionia County. Theevents run from 8 a.m. until noon,are free of charge, and open to Io-

nia County residents. The sched-ule of collections is as follows:

• April 30 at the Ionia CountyHHW Collection Facility - DPW,Ionia

• May 7 at the Portland Emer-gency Services building

• May 21 at the Lake OdessaDPW on M-50

• October 1 at the Ionia Coun-ty HHW Collection Facility - DPW,

IoniaMany items are currently ac-

cepted as household hazardouswaste such as aerosols, batteries,household cleaners, devices con-taining mercury, household and ag-ricultural pesticides, wood stains,pool chemicals, automotive fluidsand oils, compressed gas cylinders(2 pounds or less), oil based paint,fluorescent light bulbs, and more.

Electronics will also be collect-ed in conjunction with the house-hold hazardous waste collectionprogram. Electronics will be col-lected on April 30 and May 21. Theprogram accepts computer com-ponents and accessories as wellas office and household electron-ics. A basic data wipe is availablefor computer components free ofcharge. There is a $10 fee to recy-

cle televisions.The Ionia Conservation Dis-

trict relies on volunteers to helpconduct the collection programs.Anyone who is interested in vol-unteering or would like more infor-mation on the collections, contactthe Ionia Conservation District at(616) 527-2620.

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Here are the current and upcom-ing events at the Portland Area Ser-vices Group.

MONDAY

• Food Bank - 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.• Set Back starting at 12:30 p.m.• Bingo - doors open at 5 p.m. and

early birds start at 6 p.m. It is all pa-per. We offer a light supper. Smokefree.

TUESDAY

• Monthly commodities may bepicked up after 1 p.m. on the fourthTuesday of the month. Quarterlycommodities may be picked up after1 p.m. on the third Tuesday of Febru-ary, May, August and November.

• Weekly Euchre - individual — nopartner required - 1 p.m.; must signup, please call early. (Smoke free.)

• Lunch at noon, $3 suggested do-

nation. You must sign up in advance.• Our monthly board meeting is

on the fourth Tuesday of each month.The public is welcome to attend.

• Miracle Ear will be at the centerfrom 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. To make an ap-pointment, call 1-800-639-8485.

WEDNESDAY

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THURSDAY

• Weekly Euchre - individual — nopartner required - 1 p.m.; must signup, please call early. (Smoke free.)

• Craig Stevens from the IoniaCounty Commission on Aging willbe here the third Thursday of eachmonth from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. to doblood pressure checkups.

• Lunch at noon, $3 suggested do-nation. You must sign up in advance.

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the week of March 27. Suggested do-nation is $3. Must sign up in advanceat the senior center. (Menu subjectto change.)

Tuesday, March 29: Fish andcheese sandwich, french fries, cole-slaw, plum halves.

Thursday, March 31: Salisburysteak, mashed potatoes, broccoli,dinner roll, banana.

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PORTLAND — Westphalia Wildcats,a Clinton County 4-H Club and the sur-rounding area’s trap shooting programwill be having a sign up night for itsshooting sports 4-H program.

Oak Hill Gun Club, the home of the

Westphalia Wildcats, will host the signup on March 28, April 4, April 11, andApril 18 and April 25 at 6 p.m. at the clubat 1900 Pline Road in Portland.

Interested students and their parentsare welcome to attend an informal infor-

mation meeting and sign up at the club.Deadline date for sign up is March 28.

Students must be 12 years of ageor older to join. For more information,contact Mike Schmitz (989) 587-6682 orJohn Sabin (517) 410-9678.

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PORTLAND — The Portland Main Street program will behosting it’s second annual downtown rummage sale on thesecond floor of City Hall on April 15-16. This sale is in con-junction with the City’s annual spring cleanup to be held twoweeks later on April 29-30.

“Many people at this time of the year are gearing up for thegarage sale season, and our Organization and Finance com-mittee felt that this was a great opportunity to kick off thisseason in downtown Portland,” said Main Street Manager Pat-rick Reagan.

City residents will be able to reserve a space on the sec-ond floor of City Hall and pay Main Street just 10 percent oftheir sale proceeds. In addition, Portland Main Street is ex-ploring ways residents can donate items such as eyeglasses,cell phones, and other items that can be used to help those inneed. And those who don’t want to hold their own sale arewelcome to donate items for Main Street to sell.

It also gives residents a chance to sell unwanted items be-fore the spring cleanup.

“Rather than simply filling landfills with unwanted items,this event allows the community members to sell their trea-

Downtown rummage sale set for April 15-16sures to their friends, neighbors, fellow residents, and visi-tors,” said Reagan. “The best part about this event is the factthat we don’t have to deal with the uncertainty of ‘Mother na-ture’ in this climate-controlled setting.”

Space is limited, so individuals interested in having aspace at the rummage sale must fill out a form located on thePortland Main Street website, www.portlandmainstreet.org.

In addition to hosting the sale, Main Street is encouragingchurches, non-profits, and other organizations to hold theirown sales on the same weekend. For a $20 contribution,

Main Street will include all other sales in its promotional ma-terials and will print maps with all sales locations. “Morerummage sales mean more shoppers,” said Organization andFinance Committee chair Julie Clement.

“We encourage people to come on the April 15-16 to shopat the rummage sale, and then to explore everything else ourdowntown has to offer,” said Reagan.

For more information on this event, please contact thePortland Main Street office at (517) 647-5027 or by e-mail [email protected].

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Send announcements toThe Portland Review & Ob-server, 239 S. Cochran, Char-lotte, MI 48813. The deadlineis 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Gariepy — GoodmanRobert and Allie Gariepy

of Prudenville announce theengagement of their daughterGretchen to Kurt Goodman.He is the son of Gene and Le-tha Goodman of Portland.

The bride-elect is a 1999graduate of Houghton LakeHigh School, 2004 graduate ofGrand Valley State Universi-ty with a bachelor’s degree,and a 2006 graduate of West-ern Michigan University witha master’s degree. She is em-

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The prospective groom isa 2000 graduate of St. Pat’sSchool, 2005 graduate of Fer-risStateUniversity,2008grad-uate of Western MichiganUniversity with a master’s de-gree in technical education.He is currently employed byMontcalm Area Career Cen-ter as a teacher.

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Fred HuizengaSummerville, SC

Mr. Fred Huizenga, age 81, formerly ofCaledonia, joined his beautiful wife, DonnaMae Huizenga in heaven. Fred went verypeaceful on Wednesday, March 9, 2011.

After serving his country in the AirForce from 1950 – 1954, he worked forKlingman’s Furniture Co. for over 39 years.

He and Donna were members of Peace Reformed Church forover 20 years.

He is survived by his children, Steve (Pat) Huizenga,Scott (Debbie) Huizenga, and Linda (Russ) Evans;grandchildren and great grandchildren; nieces, nephews,great nieces and great nephews, who he loved dearly. Fredwas preceded in death by his brother Louis Huizenga andmany other family and friends.

With the help of Wescott Plantations Golf Course, Dr.Burger, Jennifer, and staff at Summerville Medical staff andcountless physical therapists, Fred gained the strength andendurance to get back on the greens after 10 years of rehab,using a special handicap golf cart. His passion for helpingothers with disabilities enjoy the game of golf is reflected inthe organizing of a fund in his name; those desiring anexpression of sympathy may consider the WescottHandicapped Golf Fund in Memory of Fred Huizenga., 5000Wescott Club Drive, Summerville SC 29485. Familyservices and burial will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery,Grand Rapids, MI.

Pederson Funeral Home, Rockfordwww.pedersonfuneralhome.com

Donald C. VanAmburgPortland

Age 77, passed away on March 20, 2011.He was born on February 22, 1934 at homein Clinton Co. to Clarence and ClelaVanAmburg. Don was a graduate of Port-land High School class of 1952.

He was employed by General Motorsand retired after 35 years. He loved the out-

doors, and going on annual trips to Canada and Wyoming.He dedicated 50 years as a volunteer fireman in which heserved in many capacities and held the rank of Lieutenant atthe time of his death.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister ArletaReddin; brothers-in-law, Bernard Haines and Richard Bab-bitt; daughter, Ashley. Surviving are his wife, Lisa; childrenSteven (Wanda), Alyson, Anthony (Kimberly) Lott, Angela(Dustin) Ginder and David; grandchildren Dorothy (Dustin),Scott, Logan and Cassandra; sisters Elaine (Marvin) Thrash-er, Georgia Haines, Doris Babbitt, Lois (Allen) Smith;brother-in law, Robert Reddin.

The Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Mon-day, March 28, 2011 at Portland United MethodistChurch with Pastor Keith Treman and the Portland Fire De-partment officiating. Interment will be in North Eagle Ceme-tery. The family will receive friends 4-8 p.m., Sunday, March27, 2011 at the Schrauben-Lehman Funeral Home, 210 E.Bridge St., Portland. Online condolences may be made atwww.schraubenlehman.com

Sunfield Library hostshistoric display

The Sunfield District Library is host-ing a lobby display case designed bythe Sunfield Historical Society fromturn-of-the-century era items provided

for the display by the family of formerGrand Ledge school teacher, MarionFrancis Wolpert Trombley. Ms. Trom-bley taught until 1936 at rural WatsonSchool, and was a life-long resident ofGrand Ledge until her passing, in 2008.She will the subject of a future dis-

play commemorating National Wom-en’s Month, next year.

The library is open Tuesday throughFriday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdayfrom 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Inquiries aboutthe display may be made by calling thelibrary at (517) 566-8065.

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BOXER PUPS white, somew/markings, males, shots& wormed. B e a u t i f u lpups! 269-998-0925

CAT - 6 yr. old adult,neutered male. All shots &medical up to date. Frontdeclawed. Very friendly,loves men. Moved & can’tkeep. $10, to good home.517-316-1181.

CHIHUAHUA TERRIERCROSS PUPPIES 2 girls, 1boy, 1st shots, born on Jan.22, $200. 517-375-3369.

COCKER SPANIEL PUPPIES!Good colors.$300 & up. Shots, wormed989-426-3866 Karen.

COCKER SPANIEL PUPS, 1Chocolate male, a little shybut very loveable. Alsotaking deposits on pupsready to go early April. Allpups wormed & shots,$200-350. (517)745-5689

DESIGNER DASHING/FOXBOY PUPPY, paper trained,shots, $100 cash. 989-682-4564.

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS1st shots, wormed. Readyto go! $275. 989-261-3144

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPSAKC- 2 solid Black. 1 longCoat. 1 sable female. $450.

limited or $550.989-855-3662

[email protected]

GOLDEN RETRIEVER AKCpuppy, born 12/15/10,shots UTD, Vet cert., fe-male, $500. 517-676-0415.

GOLDEN RETRIEVER LIGHT,Dark and Golden, 7 weeks,AKC Registered, Dewclaws, Experienced breed-er, Good with children, pa-rents on site, shots, vetchecked, wormed, Homegrown with tender lovin’care. Soooo calm and lova-ble. Mom and Dad are heretoo, and would love toshow off the kids! $300.( 9 8 9 ) 2 7 7 - 0 9 1 [email protected]

GOLDEN RETRIEVER PUPAKC, 1st shots & wormed,parents on site, handledby children daily, $400.517-749-0682.

GOLDEN Retriever puppiesAKC - Males.

www.simplesite.com/vanhornmcjamesgoldenretrievers.

517-394-3861

JACK RUSSELL PUPS 12wks., males. Parents onsite. Shots, wormed.269-998-0925.

KITS/CATS RESCUED: Manydeclawed; www.trinityacresres-cue. petfinder.com; includesneuter/basic medical $45-$135. 517-410-0074

LAB PUPPIES AKC,CH lines, Dews, Exc.

Temperment, SuperiorGundog pedigree from

Hunt Test Titled parents.Health guaranteed, shots/

vet/ dewormed, OFAhips/elbows CERT. $800

517-420-3597 [email protected]

LAB PUPPIES AKC Choco-late, 1 Black male, shots &wormed, $350. 517-625-3428.

LAB PUPS AKC Black andChocolate, shots, vetchecked, wormed, $250.( 5 1 7 ) 2 4 2 - 0 6 7 [email protected]

LAB PUPS AKC - Black &blonde.1st shots, wormed.Born 1/29. Ready now.$300-$350. 517-641-4690 or517-256-8843

LAB PUPS AKC Chocolate.Ready 4/1. Shots &wormed. $400. Taking de-posits. ALSO 2 black 4 mo.old males, $150 each. 989-277-6494.

LABRADOODLE PUPPIESVet checked, shots &wormed. $250.989-763-7202

LABS PUPPIES AKC-6 wks.old, exp. breeded.

1st shots, worming, vetchecked, $300.989-833-2081.

[email protected]

MINIATURE PINSCHERPUPS different ages & col-ors, $200 cash only.517-857-3036

MIN PIN MIX w/ Terrier$75. 517-896-0976.

MIN PINS Dew claws, tailsdone, first shots, 2 malesleft. $250.00 ea. 517-980-6057.

OLDE BULLDOG PUPSMales & females, 10 wks.ALSO retired adult spayedfemale, $300 to approvedhome. Vet checked, shotsUTD. $500. Reg. additionalcost. 517-763-7324

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POODLE BICHON MIX pup-pies. Shots & wormed, fluf-fy & cute. $250. 989-427-3205

SHELTIE PUP AKC, (1) 4 mo.old female. ALSO COLLIEPUPS AKC, 2 females, 3males. 517-398-1766.

SHEPHERD/ HUSKY MIXVery gentle female. Medi-cal up to date. $25 to goodhome. 517-485-2703.

SHIH-TZU-POODLE PUPS!shots & wormed. Too cutefor words! $250. 616-902-0859

SHIH-TZU PUPS- PARENTSon site. Wormed. ReadyMarch 27th. Taking depos-its. 517-490-6341

TOY POODLE PUPS AKC,Black, 8 wks. old. Wormed.$350-$450. 517-647-6573

YORKIE-MINI SCHNAUZERPUPS "Schnorkies", 1stshots, tails & dewclawsdone, Vet chkd, blk & tan,absolutely adorable, 1male & 1 fem. $250-$350.517-321-7098, 517-977-6338

YORKIE PUPPIES8 weeks old, 1st shots &wormed, will be small.$500. 989-427-3205

YORKIE PUPS AKC 2 males.1st shots & wormed. Pa-rents 3-5 lbs. $475. 517-628-3456

YORKIES $500 YORKI-POOS& Malte-Poos $375/up ToySize Shots Nonshed KidSocialized 989.225.1367

1994 KUBOTA L2900 1100hrs., front bucket, $10,000or best offer. 517-256-0421.

ALICE CHALMERS 200, ex-cellent shape, field ready,$9000. 517-281-1838

FORESTRY EQUIPMENT:3PT. PTO FARMI Loggingwinches. VALBY 3pt. PTOWoodchippers 3pt. Grap-ples, Woodsplitters, Load-er attachments. Three Riv-ers, Inc. 866-638-7885.www.threeriversforestry.com. MC

ALFALFA GRASS-EXCELLENTHay $3 & up. Can deliver.

517-641-6034

GRASS ALFALFA MIXSquare bales, $3.00.517-625-3230.

HAY 1st & 2nd cutting, sq. orround. Also wheat or oatstraw, sq. or round. Eaglearea. 517-202-2371

HAY 1st and 2nd cutting al-falfa. 4 x 5 round bales $20 &$30. STRAW $1 a bale. de-livery avail. 989-834-6267

HAY FOR SALE 1st cutting$3; 2nd cutting, $4; Roundbales available. 517-543-1047

100% SEASONED HARD-WOOD $65 face. Ash, Cher-ry & Oak - cut, split & de-

livered. 517-490-0955

C H E R R Y , MAPLE & OA KSeasoned firewood. Deliv-ered & STACKED. 4’x8’x16"$65. 517-651-5214.

ASSORTED FENTON GLASS517-726-0822 or

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HP NC6400 LAPTOPS IntelCore Duo 2Ghz 2GB 80GBDVDRW Wi-Fi WIN XP ProWidescreen FREE AntivirusOffice $239 517.614.8880

A AMISH LOG HEADBOARDAND Queen Pillow TopMattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for$275. 989-923-1278.

A BED QUEEN PILLOWTOPmattress set, new in plas-tic, $200. Call 517-410-4921.Can deliver.

A TEMPERPADIC/STYLEMEMORY FOAM MAT-TRESS SET Queen, new-never used, as seen on TV,with warranty. Cost$1,800, Sell $695. Can De-liver 989-832-2401. MM

ENTERTAINMENT CENTERSOLID cherry by KnobCreek 57"H x 59"W x 22"DHolds TV and stereo. Sacri-fice for $800 or make offer.Paid $3000. Call after 5PM(517)332-6545

LIVING RM. FURN: Couch,chair, 2 end tables, 2lamps, TV hutch. Excellentcond $450/all 517-339-8829

44 XXX DVDS$220/best offer.517-580-7013

POLE BARNS MICHIGAN’SLargest Pole Barn Compa-ny (Built Best Barns) BestQuality, Best Service, BestPrice. This Week’s SpecialsErected 24’x32’x10’-$6995.00 30’x40’x10’-$8995.00 30’x48’x12’-$12,495.00 60’x120’x14’-$ 5 5 , 9 6 5 . 0 0Licensed/Insured 1-877-802-9591 MM

PIONEER POLE BUILDINGSFree Estimates. Licensedand Insured. 2x6 Trusses.45 Year Warranty,Galvalume Steel—19 Col-ors. Since 1976 #1 in Mich-igan. Call Today 1-800-292-0679 MM

HUSKY METAL ROOFSStanding Seam. MetalShingles/Slate. All inStock. Energy Star Quali-fied. $1000 Tax Rebate.Largest Inventory in Michi-gan. Company Installers.Free Estimates. Since1975! 800-380-2379. MM

ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINEfrom Home. *Medical,*Business, *Paralegal,*Accounting, *CriminalJustice. Job placement as-sistance. Computer availa-ble. Financial Aid if quali-fied. Call 877-895-1828www.CenturaOnline.comMM

IF YOU OR A LOVED ONEU S E D the prescriptiondrug Darvon or Darvocetand suffered heart attack,stroke or death you maybe entitled to compensa-tion. Call Attorney CharlesJohnson 1-800-535-5727MM

WANTED: UNWANTEDappliances, air condition-ers, cars, trucks, vans,farm machinery, lawnmowers, campers, hotwater tanks, aluminum orsteel boats, aluminum win-dows or doors, aluminumtoppers, any types of alu-minum or steel siding,4 wheelers, go carts, trail-ers, batteries.

All picked up for Free.Call 517-628-2818

BEAUTIFUL CONSOLE piano& bench. Needs insidework. $300. 517-243-0997

FIREARM ARMALITE AR-10A4 .308 semi-auto, 3 x 9scope, green furniture,muzzle brake, 5 maga-zines. Less than 100rounds fired. $1300( 5 1 7 ) 2 4 2 - 1 3 5 [email protected]

MICHIGAN ANTIQUE ARMSCOLLECTORS, 500 tableshow. April 2 & 3, Antique& modern firearms & kni-ves. Buy, sell, trade. RockFinancial Showplace,46100 Grand River Ave.,Novi, MI. Admission $6,open to the public 9a.m.More info: 248-556-6590.

REMINGTON MODEL 4 cali-ber 6 mil, Leopold X2,scope, extra clips, 5 boxesshells, case. $795. 349-3136

SINGLE SHOT 22 RemingtonRife-model 514 $150(517)323-7380

A AARDVARK ANTIQUERpaying cash for guns,

jewlery, furniture, art &unusual & bizarre items.

517-819-8700

ALWAYS BUYINGold costume jewelry, es-tate jewelry, and othernice old things. Linda 517-331-1181

BUYING STERLING SILVER,clocks, pocket watches,quilts, Early oil paintings,other nice things.517-202-2570

CASH FOR GUNS , Art, Anti-ques, Jewelry, musical in-struments, Valuables. Call517-204-2004/517-663-3931

CASH PAID Diabetic teststrips. Area’s original, old-est buyer. Friendly & fair.517-505-2726, 888-639-6179

CASH PAIDUp to $15 per 100.Call 517-292-0991

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PIONEER POLE BUILDINGS-FREE ESTIMATES-Licensedand insured-2x6 Trusses-45 Year WarrantyGalvalume Steel-19 Colors-Since 1976-#1 in Michigan-Call Today 1-800-292-0679.MC

COMMERCIAL DISHWASH -ER Jackson Model 24, 240volt, 60 amp, single rackstyle, not a slide through.High temp 2 min. wash &rinse, purchased new 2000,orig. $3200. Heating boos-ter element replaced in2009. Gauge not workingbut spare incl. Item incl.4+ racks & already discon-nected & ready for pickup.Asking $800/best. Cash &carry. Located in Owosso,contact 989-723-1670 forinfo.

88% of our StudentsWork! New Horizons Com-puter Learning Centers ofEast Lansing has alreadyhelped several studentsthis year find new I.T. ornon-patient healthcare po-sitions. Give us a call to-day and set up your free20 minute career assess-ment to determine if wewould be a solution to-ward helping you find acareer in Michigan. Ph. 1-888-413-7876.

AIRLINES ARE HIRING—Train for high paying Avia-tion Career. FAA approvedprogram. Financial aid ifqualified—Job placementassistance. Call AviationInstitute of Maintenance877-891-2281. MM

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAFROM HOME. 6-8 weeks.Accredited. Get a Diploma.Get a job! FREE Brochure.1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 4 - 8 3 3 0 .www.diplomafromhome.com MM

GOVT JOBS PART-TIMEDozens of fields. Paidtraining w/potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits.Annual travel opportuni-ties. Call 1-800-922-1703,M-F 9-3. MC

AIRLINES ARE HIRING -Train for high paying Avia-tion Career. FAA approvedprogram. Financial aid ifqualified - Job placementassistance. Call AviationInstitute of Maintenance(877) 891-2281. MC

ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINEfrom Home. *Medical*Business *Paralegal,*Accounting, *CriminalJustice. Job placement as-sistance. Computer availa-ble. Financial Aid if quali-fied. Call 877-895-1828www.CenturaOnline.com.MC

BETWEEN HIGH SCHOOLAND COLLEGE? Over 18?Drop that entry level posi-tion. Earn what you’reworth !!! Travelw/Successful Young Busi-ness Group. Paid Training.Transportation. LodgingProvided. 1-877-646-5050.MC

WANTED SECRETARYwith skills in computer, ac-counting & filing. Mon.-Fri.9-4. Call 989-224-3422

HEAVY EQUIPMENTOPERATOR TRAINING5 weeks of training on

the following equipment:• Bulldozer •Backhoe• Excavator • Loader

Cost: $5500Location: Lansing

Contact Steve Higgins at517-321-8000 or

[email protected]

TEAM DRIVERS OR SOLOWilling to Team New Signon bonus 140-145k Annual-ly CDL-A/X EndorsementRequired New Truck-HomeTime, Benefits 800-232-9243. MC

TRAINCO TRUCKDRIVING SCHOOLDay-Eve-wkend Classes

Job Placement AssistanceClass B Training (1 day)

(517) 887-1600Train Local Save Hassle

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BUILDING ESTIMATORMust possess computerand building trades knowl-edge. Previous experienceestimating residential andlight commercial projectsa plus. Apply in person at:Menards - 306 S. State RdIonia, MI 48846

ELIGIBILITY SPECIALISTTHE Eligibility Specialistworks collaborativelywith the Michigan Depart-ment of Corrections(MDOC) to screen prison-ers for benefit eligibility,to ensure that a prison-er’s benefits are main-tained during the periodof incarceration and toensure that applicationsfor new benefits or the re-instatement of existingbenefits are completedprior to release. This is atwo year, grant-fundedposition.The eligibility specialistmay be required to travelto any of the 34 correc-tional facilities in Michi-gan. Two years of col-lege study in social work,criminal justice, or relat-ed field. Experience relat-ed to criminal justice, so-cial work or administra-tion of government bene-fit programs. Send Re-sume and Cover Letter toEligibility SpecialistSearch Committee, Michi-gan Council on Crimeand Delinquency, 1000 WSt Joseph, Suite 400, Lans-ing, Michigan 48915 [email protected].

Medical BillingTrainees Needed!Hospitals & Insurance

Companies Now Hiring!No experience?Need Training?

Local Training andJob Placement

1-888-589-9681

DO YOU EARN $800.00 IN ADAY? Your own local can-dy route 25 machines andcandy all for $9995.00. Allmajor credit cards accept-ed 877-915-8222 Vend 3.MC

FOREMOST TRANSPORT,INC. needs 4 CDL owner-operators to haul special-ized trailers delivering RVsand other wheeled freight.Income potential of$110,000 annually. Call 1-866-764-1601 MM

FREE FORECLOSURE LIST-INGS Over 400,000 proper-ties nationwide. Low downpayment. Call now. 800-880-2517 MM

ONLY $29,900Ç 3 Bed/ 2 Bath

Ç Over 1700 Sq. ft.Ç Newly Remodeled

Ç All AppliancesÇ Washer & Dryer

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All Credit Considered& Financing Available

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OPEN HOUSE EACH Sunnoon to 4. 13047 Appletree,$144,900 3 bdrm, 2.5 BA,Condominium, 2 Car Gar,Bsmt, formal DR, DW, FR,FP. (231)730-8781o r ( 2 3 1 ) 7 3 9 - 3 5 0 1www.nexesrealty [email protected]

LAND CONTRACT

10% down1247 WILDFLOWERMason schools. 1523

Sq. ft. new build. 3 BR,2.5 bath, 2 car gar.,

hardwood & ceramicflrs, AC, realtors

welcome. $144,900.517-290-4829 Aurelius

S. of Holt left onGateway

4 BDRM., 3 bath, 3,000 sq.ft., 2 story home on cornerlot. 1719 Vassar Dr. New:roof, furnace, hardwoodfloors & completely re-modeled bathrooms. For-mal dining, gas FP, centralair. 2 car garage. $195K.517-668-6484/517-243-0423

FOR SALE OR LEASE Small 2bdrm house, 1 blk frombusline, completely re-modeled, all new applian-ces incldg W/D, garage.$40,000. Call 517-394-3105.

PRICE REDUCEDTO $25,900!

With 6 Mos. FREE garagerental or buy garage

w/ome for only $32,900.1,300 to 1,200 Sq.Ft.

3 Bdrm/ 2 BathAll credit considered.

Corner lot, all Appliances,Pet Friendly, CA, Pool,24-hr Fitness Center,

Sun Homes atSunset Ridge888-404-8459

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FAR ENOUGH TO get awaybut close enough to go of-ten... Trailer & lot inCedarshores Condo camp-ground in Harrison. Beauti-ful park grounds, chain of5 lakes, summer activities,older park model excel-lently maintained, 2 boats,boat trailer, shed, & fulldeck. MSTA. $15,000. 989-725-5144.

MUST SELL – Lender OREOLiquidation Sale- ALL OF-FERS CONSIDERED:Commercial/Res 80 ac/Lotz/Lotzford Rd. Canton,MI. 3 ac. Commercial AnnArbor, MI. Condo sites; 50ac. raw land Ionia, MI.www.srbservicing.com.

MUST SELL – Lender OREOLiquidation Sale- ALL OF-FERS CONSIDERED: 32 lotsub. w/all utilitiesBelleville, MI. 37 res. lotsw/utilities Uptown VillageMilan, MI. 53 lot incom-plete sub. Fenton, MI. 41res. lots w/utilities CrossCreek Sub. Burton, MI.www.srbservicing.com

LAKEFRONT MOBILE HOMEon beautiful Lake Haines,FL. 55 & over. Furnishedw/Florida rm & carport,park like setting. $12,000.863-956-5200.

GRAND LEDGE - 14’x70’w/expando. 2 bdrm., lg.full bath. 12’x22’ covereddeck. Wood burning fire-place w/3 cords of wood.New kitchen appl. Washer/dryer. New drapes.$8,500. 517-455-6541

0 HOLT 12 bdrm., $1,800.

Little work needed.Financing available.

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IMMEDIATE POSSESSION1988 Schultz 14x70 2 bdrm.1 bath, semi furn., applian-ces, washer, dryer, newshed, located lot 73, Park-view Estates, Portland, MI.$9200/best. 989-831-4952

Hauling-TruckingHauling-Trucking

MasonryMasonry

Painting-PaperingPainting-Papering-Plastering-Plastering

Stump RemovelStump Removel

Floor ServicesFloor Services

DrywallDrywall

Tree ServiceTree Service

Concrete WorkConcrete Work

BasementBasementWaterproofingWaterproofing

Computer SalesComputer Sales-Service-Service

FencingFencing

Cleaning ServiceCleaning Service

Home Improvement-Home Improvement-RepairsRepairs

BASEMENT PROSWATERPROOFING

SPECIALISTEgress windows, sumps& crocks. For all yourbasement waterproof-ing needs call the pros.

Licensed & InsuredCall 517-896-5692

CLEANING SERVICESCommercial & Residential.

Free Estimates.517-648-0664

COMPUTER REVIVER:Upgrades, internet repair, virus,spyware removal, data rec. 30 daywrnty. Erik 517-484-6364. Housecalls.

GOT MUD? Call TomCo As-phalt for crushed asphaltor concrete placed & com-pacted. 517-676-5600.

26 YEARS EXPERIENCEHang, Finish, Texture

Big & Small Jobs. Insured.Call Cheryl 517-204-3110

Gary’s Drywall Finishing"Hang, Finish and Repair"

517-927-3853garysdrywallfinishing.com

DONE RIGHT FENCE &SKID LOADER SERVICE

Fence for all occasions,light excavating, holesaugered, bucket & palletfork work. We clean upscrap metal for free.

For Free EstimateCall 517-669-8066

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• Refinishing• Repairs• Installation

Mr. Natural’sWood Floors

FREE Estimates393-0660 or 490-8696

Since 1988

ACTION CONSTRUCTION &REMODELING. Home Im-provements, Painting,Bsmts, Decks, Handyman.Lic. & Ins. 517-339-2564

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• Brush• Carpet

• Furniture

•Metal

•Wood• Concrete• Shingles

JUNKREMOVAL

Senior Discount

327-6001

Best PriceAround

517.322.4131 Trash removalAppliances, brush, carpet,wood, etc. Senior disc.Eavestrough Cleaning.

TRASH, BRUSH, APPL. haul-ed Yard & build. clean up,trees & bushes trimmed.Low Prices! Mike 393-4664

MASONRY RESTORATIONRes/comm., historic. Re-pair brick, block & stone.Fndn/chimney repair/new.Lic. & Ins. 517-647-5380

PAINTING PERFECTIONS.Int & ext. Quality work.References, free est.(517)332-3281 or 290-4187.

BENJAMINSTUMP REMOVAL

(Formerly Bill’s Stump Re-moval). Prompt service,free estimates. Insured.517 285-7831, 517 625-5652

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• Tree Removal• Stump Grinding• Free Estimates• Fully Insured

Timber Tree Services, LLCCommercial & Residential

24 Hour Service(517) 526-1201

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MALIBU LTZ, 2010 $23,5004,800 mi. Like new, heated seats, remote start.Excellent condition. 517-393-4601

IMPALA 2004 $5,500Auto, cruise, 133000mi., Black

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DODGE 2000 ¾ TON $10,0004x4 w/Fisher snowplow, 2nd owner, V8 auto, looks,drives, runs excellent 517-712-6178

CHARGER RT, 2009 $21,500/BEST25K mi. Hemi. "Brilliant black", grey leather int.Excellent condition. 517-694-7676

FORD F-250, 1997 $6,000Low miles. Well maint., comes w/plow.Excellent condition. 517-712-6178

CAPRICE, 1995 $2800200K hwy. mi. No rust, must see!!!Excellent cond. 517-505-0045

WRANGLER SPORT, 1999 $6,7004x4, lifted, has extras.Excellent condition. 517-676-4709

HANDICAP VANSUSED, BOUGHT & SOLD Mini & full size5751 S. Cedar - Call Dale 517-882-7299

CHEVROLET UPLANDER LS 2007 $10,5006 cyl, 3rd Row Seats, 63000mi., Silver. Must see

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CHRYSLER 2007 $14,200Town & Country Touring, 6 cyl, 3rd Row Seats39000mi., Very clean 517-655-3290

DODGE CARAVAN 1998 $9,000Dodge handicap van with side-powered ramp

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280 ZX, 1983 $230060K mi.,Good condition. 517-676-4709

GRAND AM GT 2004 $5,500Auto, Ram Air, Sunroof, 123000mi., Black

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HONDA PILOT EX 2005 $13,500/OBOGreat shape, Black, 6 cyl, smoke free, 90,000mi

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LEGACY 2.5 I-PREM, 2011 $18,90019,500 mi. Blue, AWD. 30MPG highway.Excellent cond. 517-242-6978

CAMRY LE 2007 $11,50075,000 milesPlease call Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm 989-723-8166

CHEVY SILVERADO 2010 $21,000Work Truck, 8’ box w/bedliner, 1400 mi.

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HANDICAP VANSUSED, BOUGHT & SOLD Mini & full size5751 S. Cedar - Call Dale 517-882-7299

BUICK TERRAZO 2007 $37,000Wheelchair Van, fully loaded, w/Brougham EntravanConversion Sys. Exc. Cond. 517-285-9828

CAR DON’T WORKOr is crashed! Tired of spending money? Will payyou Cash Today & tow away free! Call 517-505-2098

AUTOS & TRUCKS WANTEDWe will pay top dollar for any unwanted vehicle.Free fast pickup. 517-487-8600.

CAR DON’T WORKOr is crashed! Tired of spending money? Will payyou cash Today & tow away free! Call 517-505-2098

CARS & TRUCKS WANTEDPaying cash. 7 days a week.

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BENJAMIN & SON A1 TOWING WANTEDJunk cars, vans & trucks. Top $ paid .

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WE PAY TOP DOLLARfor used cars, trucks & vans. Will beat any offer.Free towing. 517-482-2260

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PORTLAND- 1990 SCHULTZ.14’x72’ 3 bdrm., 2 bath, insmall secluded park nearschool & close to down-town. Central air. Newersteel skirting, roof,evestroughs & decks.$16K. 517-647-2464

DELTA TWP. VACANT 5acres. REDUCED. Heavy in-dustrial, great location.Sale or lease. Land Con-tract available. $134,900.2600 Snow Rd. 586-772-2759 or 810-772-6561.

4 ADJOINING PLOTS in Gar-den of Miracles, East LawnMemory Gardens, Okemos.Value $7100, sell for $3500.Please call 517-663-5364.

ACCORD PROPERTIESStudios, 1 & 2 Bdrms.

Lansing /E. LansingArea. 517-337-7900

FOWLER - Park Place Apts& Point North Apts. -

ST. JOHNS.Units available in both loca-tions. 2 bdrm starting at$400-$485. Nice quiet area,pet friendly. Winter Move-In Special, call 517-202-4778. $350 dep., 1st monthrent free w/ 13 mo. lease.

NOW AVAILABLE ATRIVERWIND APTS.

1 & 2 bdrm., includes wa-ter, sewer, trash & heat.Rent based on income forqualified applicants. Sec.dep req’d. Call 517-974-3756 or you may pickupapp at 300 Riverwind Dr.,DeWitt. TDD# 800-649-3777This instutition is an EqualOpportunity Provider &Employer.

OLD TOWN - LCC - LansingTwp. Beautiful clean 1 & 2bdrms., hardwood floors,$525-$625, heat included.517-896-8732

OLD TOWN - LCC - LansingTwp. Beautiful clean 1 & 2bdrms., hardwood floors,$525-$675, heat included.517-896-8732

ST.JOHNS-INCOME BASED2 BDRM. TOWNHOMES.Beautiful Park setting.

Close to schools & shop-ping. Laundry hookup.SUNTREE APARTMENTS

1100 Sunview Dr.989-224-8919 EHO

APT 1-3 BED NEWLY RE-MODELED 50 FEET FROMLCC, from $545517-204-5550

BEECHFIELD Efficiency thru2 bedroom, $325-$560.Utilities included. TaylorRealty 517-272-1512.

CAPITOL VIEW- 420 W. Ot-tawa. Lg 1 BR, clean, safe.Air, choice oak flrng orfully carptd. Lndry, 1 blkCapitol. Heat-wtr pd. $525517 896-2455/517 322-2456

DOWNTOWN 408 W. IONIA.Studio ($460) & room($335). Utilities included.Close to LCC & Cooley.517-749-3890.

DOWNTOWN LOFT1 bdrm. loft, 1000 sq.ft.,wood floors, stainless ap-pliances, laundry, securedgarage parking. $900/mo.517-482-8771 or 517-719-5600. www.wencoproperties.com

FREE HEAT & W A T E R .Edgemont Waverly. Quietdesirable neighborhood.Lg. clean 1 & 2 bdrm. Nopets. From $525. 712-4915,202-3234, 323-1153

HIGH RISE LIVINGWith Great Views

RENTS YOU CAN AFFORDinclude: Heat, Water, AC,

Garage ParkingLansing Towers

ApartmentsCorner of Ottawa & Pine

517-482-8838 orLansingTowers@comcast.

LANSINGW Michigan. 1 bdrm., livingrm., kitch., bath. $525 +electric.

Call 517-482-8771 or517-719-5600

[email protected]

OLD TOWN-(3)-1 bedroomApts. $485-590. Small to ex-tra large. (1)-2 Bedroomwith sunroom, $675 All ap-pliances and U T I L I T I E SPAID. Quiet nice neighbor-hood. 517-202-6035.

DEWITT TOWNHOUSECountry living, 2 bdrm, fullbsmt., fireplace, largescreened in porch + sun-ning porch, 2 car gar., C/A,minutes from 96-69 hwy.,partial utilities paid, $845mo. 248-756-3224.

LJ-0000902351-01

Located in the beautifulcity of Portland, MI

Leasing spacious2-bedroom

apartment homes

Quiet settings withcity convenience

Pets welcome

On-site laundry facilities

24-hour emergencymaintenance

GREAT MOVE INSPECIAL

$99 security deposit

½ OFF your firstfull month’s rent

Call 888-904-6993to set up a tour ofyour new home

Certain restrictions apply

HOUSE APARTMENTS&PortlandCarriage

This Institution is anEqual Opportunity

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FIRST MONTH FREE and$200 security dep. whenyou sign a 12 mo. lease!Forest View Apts, Haslett* Cozy 1 bdrm apts $560* PET WELCOME* Single level bldg w/ pri-vate entries* Washer/Dryer hook upsin utility room* Vaulted ceiling in livingroom* Storage access* Lovely wooded setting* Close to everythingExpires April 15, 2011

Call today for info and tour!517-803-2648

Conditions apply.

HOLT: 1 BEDROOM , $470+ deposit. Air. Free heat,water, trash pickup. Coinlaundry. New carpet.1960 Aurelius Road. Ap-plications, up front.

** 586-292-3681 **

MASON -2 & 3 bdrm. fireplace,central air, washer/dryer. From $750.

517-282-9669517-349-8000

MERIDIAN MALL, MARSHRD. $550 mo. 1 bdrm., liv.rm., kitchen w/dshwshr,din. rm., walkout balcony,covered parking, securestorage, pool. Call 517-303-4372.

Old Orchard Apts.Holts Best

Value$100 moves you in!"0" application fee &

"0" sec. deposit

1 or 2 bdrms Apts.

Call us today!517-694-8975

conditions apply

PORTLAND- SPACIOUS,CLEAN 1 bdrm., incl. appl.Quiet area. $450/incl. wa-ter, heat & sewer & trash.517-647-2470

LJ-0000903931-01

Circle ShoreApartments

205 N. Scott Rd., St. Johns1st month rent FREE!

Please Call About OurWinter Savings!

989-224-4376*Conditions apply.

EAST LANSING: 2.5 bdrm,1.5 bath, fireplace, air,bsmt, carport, $725.351-9321 or 333-1250

HASLETT LAKEFRONT ONLake Lansing with dock,gazebo, beautiful view,luxury condo apt., lg up-dated upper 2 BR., W/D,fireplace, deck, new maplekitchen, black stainlessappli., carpet, granite,$940. Also, smaller lower 2BR., w/patio, $660. In-cludes snow, trash, lawn.No big dogs. 517-853-6307.

HOUSINGDISCRIMINATION?

Call The Fair HousingCenter at: 1-877-979-FAIR.

5849 ORCHARD CT. Com-pletely remodeled 2 bdrm,1 bath, full basement withwasher/dryer. New car-pet, paint, appliances.Fenced backyard, privatedeck. $650 + utils.517-332-9255.

LANSING 3 BDRM, 1 bathfinished bsmt duplex, $850monthly, excellent locationto MSU, city bus stop,fenced in backyard, availa-ble Apr. 1. Call for appt.517-388-1962.

129 ASTOR LANSING. 4bdrm., 2 bath. Rent to own.Near Ingham Medical.$850/mo. 517-388-1826.

1325 GLENROSE AVE. Verynice 2 bdrm., all applian-ces, lg yard, den, garage.1st, last deposit. $900 +utilities + dep. 517-708-7528.

POTTERVILLE5608 NIXON

Small, but cozy -630 sq. ft., 2 bdrm., 1bath, ½ bsmnt. 1 car

garage. $550/mo.sundancefamilyhomecenter.com

517-575-2668

2011 HOMES!We are currently

pre-leasing brand newhomes that will bearriving Mid-May!

• 3 Bed/2 Bath,• All Appliances,• Washer/Dryer,

• Central Air• Pet Friendly

• Holt School DistrictPayments starting as

low as $799!No Application Fees!Contact us today to

reserve your new home!1-888-235-6948

kensingtonmeadows.comEHO

$225 PER MONTHLease to Own!!! 3 Bed/1Bath - over 800 sq.ft. BrandNew Carpet, Vinyl, & Appli-ances. We Specialize inHard to Finance Individu-als!!!The Meadows of St. Johns

(989)224-7707

A 3 bdrm., newly remodeledhomes. Nice, quiet neigh-borhood. 2 car garage,fenced yard. New high effi-ciency furnace & waterheater. Pets okay. $550 &$799mo. + utilities.517-712-5238

AFFORDABLE HOMES 1-4bdrms, Section 8 OK.Pets OK. Move in spe-cial! Flexible termsavailable. $395-$1095.517-651-1374

CHARLOTTE1280 N. Clinton Trail, 3bdrm., 1.5 bath 1344 sq.ft. ranch home. Full un-finished bsmnt., 2 car at-tached garage. $750+deposit.

517-575-2668sundancefamilyhomecenter.com

COLONIAL VILLAGE2 bdrm. Cape Cod, fire-place, fenced, rec room,appliances, $595 mo.

517-323-4700

EATON RAPIDS2304 Kemler Rd.,3 bdrm., 1 bath,

1300+/- sq. ft., 2 storyhome. $750+ dep.

(avail. after March 15)517-575-2668

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EATON RAPIDS811 East St. 3 bdrm.,

1 bath, 1595 sq. ft. homeon the river, michiganbasement. $775/mo. +deposit. City septic &

well, consumerelectric/gas heat

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3 bdrm., 1.5 bath 1,092sq ft, ranch home.Full bsmnt., 1.5 car

attached garage. $725+517-575-2668

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HOMES FORRENT!

3 bed/ 2 bath homes.Over 1000 Sq. Ft.

*Payments as low as$699.

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~LANSING~1-4 BDRMS

Available! Section 8 OK.$450-$850. Call Mark at

517-482-6600

LANSING HOME FOR rentwith full bsmt & garage.Neat and clean, new paint& carpet. $725-$825 mo.Call 517-641-7271 or 517-214-7648.

NO RENTUNTIL

MAY 1ST*Starting @ $749/mo.

3 Bdrm/ 2 Bath HomeAll Appliances, Pool,24-hr fitness Center,

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888-255-6942*on Select Models

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PORTLAND 3 BDRM., 1 1/2baths, bonus room, ga-rage, in town, $800 per mo.517-862-2220.

ST. JOHNS COUNTRYLIVING- 3 bdrm., 2 bath,newer home on 5 acres.Full fin. bsmnt. 2.5 car ga-rage. Call: 989-205-4919 or989-875-2444. PossibleLand Contract.

WESTPHALIASPACIOUS 3 b d r m ,$700/mo. + deposit, 1 yearlease, credit & referencesreport req’d. 517-230-5915

CANADIAN FISHING CAB-INS for RENT. Walleyes,jumbo perch, bignortherns. Call Hugh orDoris toll free 800-426-2550for free brochure. Or lookat our website:www.bestfishing.com. MM

AVIATION HANGARS FORRENT - Mason/Jewett Air-port. Starting at $130 & upper month. Month tomonth contract. Call Lloydat: 517-589-8619

COMMUNITY ROOM INBath available for rent.Perfect for smaller events:meetings or parties, nearI-69 Expressway. Call 517-641-6244 or email [email protected]

1979 EVENRUDElongshaft, 15HP. $650.

810-841-1396.

HONDA VTX R 1300, 2006,Black, Memphis shadesbatwing, mechanicallystock, saddle bags, Hon-da light bar, newermetzlers front and rear.19,000 miles. Adultowned, very clean.$5595.00 (989)[email protected]

NEW 2010 MALIBU moped.Never used. $800. Call 517-726-0463.

CAMPING MEMBERSHIPLIFETIME. Camp Coast to

Coast USA/Canada$10/night (full hook-up).(Paid $1,595) Must Sell$595, 1-800-236-0327.

FORECLOSURE NOTICE

RANDALL S. MILLER & AS -SOCIATES, P.C. IS A DEBTCOLLECTOR ATTEMPTINGTO COLLECT A DEBT ANDANY INFORMATION OB -

TAINED WILL BE USED FORTHAT PURPOSE.

Mortgage Sale - Default hasbeen made in the conditionsof a certain mortgage madeby Daniel J. Szelag and Sus-an M. Szelag, husband andwife to CitiFinancial Mort-gage Company, Inc.,Mortgagee, dated February23, 2006, and recorded onMarch 6, 2006, in Liber 595,Page 200, Ionia County Re-cords, said mortgage wasassigned to Arch Bay Hold-ings, LLC - Series 2010C, aDelaware limited liabilitycompany by an Assignmentof Mortgage dated Septem-ber 13, 2010 and recordedSeptember 20, 2010 in Liber617, Page 6074, on whichmortgage there is claimedto be due at the date hereofthe sum of One HundredFifty-Eight Thousand SixHundred Seventy-Three and78/100 ($158,673.78) includ-ing interest at the rate of8.80000% per annum.Under the power of salecontained in said mortgageand the statute in such casemade and provided, noticeis hereby given that saidmortgage will be foreclosedby a sale of the mortgagedpremises, or some part ofthem, at public venue, at theplace of holding the CircuitCourt in said Ionia County,where the premises to besold or some part of themare situated, at 10:00 AM onApril 21, 2011Said premises are situatedin the City of Belding, IoniaCounty, Michigan, and aredescribed as:Lot 17, RANNEY‘S FIRST AD-DITION TO THE CITY OFBELDING, as recorded inLiber 3 of Plats, Page 33,Ionia County Records.Commonly known as: 821 NSTATE RDThe redemption period shallbe 6.00 months from thedate of such sale, unless de-termined abandoned in ac-cordance with MCL600.3241a, in which case theredemption period shall be30 days from the date ofsuch sale, or 15 days afterstatutory notice, whicheveris later.

Dated: March 13, 2011

Randall S. Miller & Associ-ates, P.C.Attorneys for Arch BayHoldings, LLC - Series 2010C,a Delaware limited liabilitycompany43252 Woodward Avenue,Suite 180Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302(248) 335-9200Case No. 11MI00222-2

PRO-9058813/13, 20, 27/11-4/3/11

Portland Township will be hosting the Ionia County TownshipOfficers Association meeting on April 11, 2011 at the Tri Coun-ty Co-op at 7:00 p.m.The Portland Township board members will be present.

PRO-908760 3/27/11

City of PortlandSynopsis of the Minutes of the March 7, 2011 City

Council Meeting

The City Council meeting was called to order by MayorBarnes at 7:00 P.M.Present - Mayor Barnes; Mayor Pro-Tem Clement; CouncilMembers VanSlambrouck, Calley and Fabiano; City ManagerDempsey; City Clerk Miller; Police Chief Bauer and CameraOperator CumminsPresentation - City Manager Dempsey presented the resultsof the Community Attitude Survey that was sent out with theproperty tax bills in December of 2010.Approval of Resolution 11-18 authorizing the Mayor andClerk to sign the Wastewater Treatment Plant Contract withDavis Construction and designate the City Manager as the au-thorized signatory to administer the Contract.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of Resolution 11-19 approving the Board of Lightand Power’s recommendation to approve Collins Engineer-ing’s Proposal for Professional Engineering Services.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of Resolution 11-20 approving Michigan PavementMarking’s bid for 2011 street painting.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of Resolution 11-21 approving participation in theState bid process for winter road salt 2011-2012.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of Resolution 11-22 approving, authorizing, and di-recting the Mayor and Clerk to sign a License Agreement tofarm the 52.9 acres at Grand River Ave. and Cutler Rd.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of Resolution 11-23 confirming the Mayor’s appoint-ment of Diane Smith to the DDA.All in favor. Adopted.Approval of the Consent Agenda - Motion by Clement, sup-ported by VanSlambrouck, to approve the Consent Agenda.All in favor. Adopted.Adjournment - Motion by Clement, supported byVanSlambrouck, to adjourn the regular meeting at 7:37 P.M.All in favor. Adopted.A copy of the approved Minutes is available upon request atCity Hall, 259 Kent Street.

Monique I. Miller, City Clerk

PRO-908727 3/27/11

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By David MorganSTAFF WRITER

Been following the gold and silvermarket lately? Well if you have ajewelry box, a lock box full of goldor a coffee can full of old coins, youshould be, according to Ohio ValleyRefinery spokesperson John Miller.“The gold and silver markets have notbeen this strong for over 30 years”said Miller. Typically when the U.S.dollar is weak and the economy isflat, gold and silver markets soar.“That’s good news if you are sittingon a few gold necklaces or an oldclass ring” says Miller.

Starting Tuesday at 9am and everyday this week through Saturday, theOhio Valley Refinery is setting up asatellite refinery right here in Lansingat the Courtyard Lansing. Duringtheir 5 day stay, anyone can bringgold, silver or platinum items andturn them in for immediate payment,explains John Miller. “Just abouteverybody has some amount of goldor silver just lying around collectingdust and this week anybody can selltheirs direct to our refinery. Typicallyselling direct to a refinery is reservedfor larger wholesale customers likejewelry stores, pawn shops andlaboratories” says Miller. “We arechanging how business is done,” heexplains “we want to do businesswith everybody so we took ourbusiness to the streets”. “Our teamsvisit various cities around the countryhosting 5 day events and allowingthe general public to take advantageof our services. “The turnout has beenoverwhelming” says Miller. “Usuallyeach day is busier than the previousday. It seems once people come tous and sell something, they are soamazed what an old ring or goldcoin is worth, they go home and startdigging around for more and tellingrelatives, friends and neighbors. It’slike a feeding frenzy by the third day.People line up with everything fromgold jewelry to sterling silver flatwaresets to old coins. I think during thisbad economy everybody can use

extra money, but most people saythey are taking advantage of sellingdirect to our refinery because of thehigher prices we pay”.

During this special event, anyoneis welcome to bring all types of gold,silver and platinum to the refineryand turn it in for instant payment. Thetypes of items they will accept includeall gold jewelry, gold coins, goldounces, dental gold, old coins madebefore 1965 including silver dollars,halves, quarters and dimes, anythingmarked “sterling” including flatwaresets, tea pots, silver bars, silverounces and all industrial preciousmetals.

What should you expect if you goto the event to sell your gold and/orsilver? Just gather up all gold, silverand platinum in any form. If you arenot sure if it’s gold or silver, bring it inand they will test it for free. When youarrive at the event you will be asked tofill out a simple registration card andwill be issued a number. Seating willbe available. When your number iscalled you will be escorted to a tablewhere your items will be examined,tested and sorted. This only takes afew minutes, using their expertise andspecialized equipment. Items will be

counted and/or weighed. The valueof the items will be determined basedon up to the minute market prices. Livefeeds will be available at the eventdisplaying current market prices of allprecious metals. If you choose to sellyour items, they will be bagged andtagged and you will be escorted tothe cashier to collect your payment.Waiting time to sell your items mayrange from just a few minutes to 1hour, so bring something to read.If you are the owner of a jewelrystore, pawn shop, dentist office or

a dealer you are encouraged tocall ahead to make an appointmentwith the smelt master to discuss theirspecial dealer programs. They canbe reached during Refinery hours at(217) 787-7767.

Ohio Valley Refinery will openfor business Tuesday from 9am–6pm. The event continues every daythrough Saturday. No appointment isneeded for the general public.

WHO: Ohio Valley RefineryReclamation Drive

WHAT: Open to the public to selltheir gold and silver

WHEN: March 29th - April 2nd

WHERE: Courtyard Lansing2710 Lake Lansing RoadLansing, MI 48912Directions: 517.482.0500

TIMES: TUESDAY–FRIDAY9:00am–6:00pm

SATURDAY9:00am–4:00pm

2 (&'.$ !- 1+-" 2

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL

217.787.7767

NATIONWIDE COMPANY IN LANSING THIS WEEKPAYING CASH FOR GOLD, SILVER AND COINS.

Above: Refinery representatives will be on hand starting Tuesday through Saturdayto purchase all gold, silver and platinum items, as well as coins. Public welcome!

ITEMS WE WILLACCEPT INCLUDE:

SCRAP JEWELRYDENTAL GOLD

STERLING SILVERWARESTERLING SILVERSILVER DOLLARS

ALL PRE-1965 COINSINDUSTRIAL SCRAP

ALL FORMS OF PLATINUM

WE BUY SCRAP GOLD& GOLD JEWELRY

COINS: All coins made before 1965.*## .34,%-%34/ )04-',"

VINTAGE GUITARS: Martin, Gibson,Fender, National, Rickenbacker,Gretsch, Mandolins, Banjos & others

WRIST & POCKET WATCHES: Rolex,Tiffany, Hublot, Omega, Chopard,Cartier, Philippe, Waltham, Swatch,Elgin, Bunn Special, Railroad, Ebel,Illinois, Hamilton & all others

JEWELRY: Gold, silver, platinum,diamonds, rubies, sapphires, alltypes of stones and metals, rings,bracelets, necklaces, etc. (includingbroken and early costume jewelry)

ANTIQUE TOYS: All makers and typesof toys made before 1965

WAR MEMORABILIA: RevolutionaryWar, Civil War, WWI, WWII, etc.

ITEMS OF INTEREST