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MONDAY,JULY25,2011•RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:n Community News, Page 4

n Will Pearsall to play,

Page 5nDining w/ Diabetes, Page 8

LETTER TO THE EDITOR POLICY Letters published in the River Valley Record-En-

terprise do not reect the overall opinion of the paper.

Letters to the editor may be written by any member of the

community who wishes to express their view of a certainissue. Letters should be in good taste and no longer than

500 words.

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The Kelly Miller Circus, founded dur-ing the Great Depression, is marking an-

other milestone this year as it celebratesits seventy-third anniversary. Founded in1938 by Obert Miller and his sons Kelly and Dores, this traditional tented circushas seen the passing of over half of the lastcentury and still offers the same great fam-ily entertainment it presented in its hum- ble beginnings.

Thanks to the sponsorship of the J & HFamily Stores for the benet of The Ensley Park Committee, the all new 2011 editionof the Kelly Miller Circus will be in town onFriday Aug. 26, 2011 for two performancesat 4:30 & 7:30 p.m. at the Howard City BallParks behind McNaughton School.

This year’s show features elephants,

horses and a cast of international circusstars under a beautiful circus big top. The

tent raising itself is a great free show that will take place at 9:00 a.m. and the publicis invited to witness this very entertainingevent.

Enjoying a day at the circus means a lotmore than just old-fashioned family fun.This event is a fundraiser that J & H Fam-ily Stores is sponsoring for the benet of The Ensley Park Committee.

Advance tickets will save you money and can be purchased at Community FirstCredit Union, First Bank, IndependentBank, Leppinks, Pierson Mobil, HowardCity Mobil, Sticks & Stones, and the M-46Truck Stop. Advanced ticket sales mustend on the 25th of August.

Circus celebrates73rd year in 2011

COURTESY PHOTOS/KELLY MILLER CIRCUS

SIDNEY – Heritage Village celebrates its25th anniversary with its annual Heritage Fes-tival, Aug. 4-6 in Montcalm Heritage Village, lo-cated on Montcalm Community College’s Sidney campus.

Take a trip down memory lane during thethree-day celebration, which features histori-cal displays, events, refreshments and music forall ages. The festival is offered by the MontcalmHeritage Village Committee, a group of commu-nity volunteers that works year around in thehistorical Heritage Village on the college’s cam-pus; MCC and the MCC Foundation.

Montcalm Heritage Village was establishedin 1986 on MCC’s campus and has grown to in-clude more than 20 buildings and hundreds of

artifacts from local areas depicting life in Michi-gan in the late 1800s and early 1900s.The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

The opening ceremony is Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. in theVillage Church.

Several events run all three days includinghistorical displays in Heritage Village buildings,a tool and machinery show in the blacksmithshop, display of a 1937 Chevrolet-General Pump-er re truck, Civil War encampment, schoolroomreenactments in the Gafeld School until 1 p.m.,a quilt show and quilting instruction, live music,printing demonstrations, a bake sale, used book sale, yard sale and craft demonstrations.

Aug. 4 is the Montcalm County Commissionon Aging Day. Special events for senior citizensare in MCC’s Beatrice E. Doser Building and in-clude bingo, dessert and refreshment samples by

local vendors, and health and lifestyle booths.Bob Milne, the top ragtime and boogie-woo-gie pianist in the United States, returns to Mont-calm Community College’s Barn Theater for oneperformance at 7 p.m. Aug. 5. Milne demon-strates the showy styles of the ragtime era on thepiano and highlights his tunes with stories andcommentaries about the music and musiciansof the mid-1800s through the 1920s. Tickets are$10 and will be available at the door beginningat 6:30 p.m. Contact MCC Dean of Instructionand Faculty Gary Hauck at [email protected] or (989) 328-1234 for more information.

On Aug. 6, the MCC Foundation hosts itspancake breakfast from 7 to 10 a.m. in MCC’sActivities Building. Proceeds from the breakfastsupport MCC scholarships. The cost is $5 perperson in advance or $6 at the door. Advance

tickets are available by calling (989) 328-1284or by e-mailing [email protected]. Otherspecial events on Aug. 6 include children’s ac-tivities, a blacksmith demonstration and VintageBaseball games, following rules and customsfrom the 1860s.

Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritagevillage.aspx for a complete schedule of events or formore information about Montcalm Heritage Vil-lage.

MCC hoststhree-dayhistorical

celebrationThe Red Flannel Festival

Board of Directors has been working diligently to providefresh new events for the 72nd“Knight & Day Red Flannels Are Here To Stay!” Festivalcelebration. “The board hasadded over 20 new events inthe last few years and boastsover 2,700 fans on our Face- book page,” said PresidentMichele Tracy-Andres. “This board is extremely dedicatedto ensuring the Red FlannelFestival the biggest and bestever! We’re already workingon plans for NEW EVENTS forthe 73rd celebration in 2012!”

There is denitely a his-

torical connection with thetheme and the Original 1939Order of Knights of the RedFlannel Drawers. Accordingto the authors of the CedarSprings Story, Sue Harrisonand Donna DeJong, the histo-ry of the Order of the Knightsof the Red Flannel Drawers isas follows:

The rst Red Flannel Day was held Nov. 11, 1939 andCarleton Cady wrote in thatissue of the Grand RapidsPress:

“Lurid lingerie adorned thelimbs of nearly every citizen.Scarlet certicates of knight-

hood were issued to members of the Order of Knightsof the Red Flannel Drawers, who proudly wore the badge, which, in miniature, repro-duced the article that on win-ter Monday’s ies from CedarSprings’ clotheslines.”

Their password was “itch”.Dr. C. W. Brayman, James H.Cook and Jack Pollock weresome of the rst membersin good standing, crowingthe rst Red Flannel Queen,Maxine Smith. We believe theminiature badges referred toare the small, red annel cut-outs you see on lapels today.

The Festival continues toexpand its advertising port-folio with the addition of sev-eral billboards to advertisethis year’s events! Again this year, the Festival has part-nered with WLAV, 96.9 FM

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RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER•MONDAY,JULY25,2011

COMMUNITY NEWSFishel earns

scholarship from LSSUSAULT STE. MARIE — Lake Supe-

rior State University is proud to announcethat Nathan Fishel, amember of the 2011graduating class from

M o rle y-Sta n w o o dHigh School has beenawarded the LakerGold Scholarshipcommencing fall se-mester, 2011. Nathanis the son of Danieland Laura Fishel and resides near Morley.Nathan will major in mechanical engi-neering while at LSSU.

The Laker Gold Scholarship wasawarded based upon a competition thattook place one Jan. 22, 2011. It is an in- vitational Scholarship in which over 45academically talented students competed with the top three winning the Laker GoldScholarship.

Walter F. HowarthAmerican Legion

Auxiliary wins awardsThe Department of Michigan Ameri-

can Legion Auxiliary Convention was heldJune-23-26, 2011 at the Van Andel Arenain Grand Rapids.

Marrion (Pic) Webster was presenteda special award “Honored Past President” by the Michigan Department of the Amer-ican Legion Auxiliary. Pic was chosen forthis award in recognition of her dedica-tion to the Auxiliary Department of Mich-igan/ Department Past President.. Pic has

held many ofces at the National, Depart-

ment and Unit levels. Pic also received aNational Award for her dedication to theEducation Program; she has always car-ried a special place in her heart for theEducational projects she heads up locally.Pic is loved and respected by her fellow members at Unit 381. Congratulations Pic you are the greatest.

President Roxanne Berg from WalterF. Howarth Unit 381 was administeredthe oath of ofce as our Ninth District

President. Unit members from variousUnits throughout Michigan were in atten-dance.

Additional awards were presented toother dedicated women of Walter F. How-arth Auxiliary Unit 381.

nBonnie Kalkofen (1 award) for service hours spent at the Grand RapidsHome for Veterans.

nKathy Kailunas for her dedication tothe Poppies Program (1 award) , V.A.& R.(1 award) and National Security (1 award)

Congratulations Kathy Kailunas for your narratives, which were chosen to beforwarded to American Legion Auxiliary National convention for further competi-tion. It is not everyday someone receives

the honor of being in competition at theNational level—you did it twice in one year. Way to go Kathy.

(By Joyce Twining)

Stage Door PlayersChildren’s Theatre topresent ‘Beauty and

the Beast’ An enchanting, romantic and warm

dramatization of the beloved tale, Beau-ty and the Beast, written by Michele L. Vacca will be presented by Stage Door

Players children’s theatre on July 30 at 7

p.m., July 31 at 2 p.m. and Aug. 5 and 6at 7 p.m. Director Bev Guikema is excitedabout the upcoming show and the greatcast of children with whom she has been working.

Florabunda, the enchantress is thehostess and narrator. Belinda, the hero-ine, is a young woman of strong opinions,education and talent. Her proud fatheris Henry Beaumont. One day disasterstrikes and Henry and Belinda are forced

to move to the country and become farm-ers.

Henry later wanders into the gardenof the Beast who promises to spare his lifeif Belinda will live in the castle with him.Gradually she and the Beast become in-separable. When she returns from a visitto her father, they learn how deeply they care for each other.

Plan to attend this show and enjoy the beautiful set designed and created by EricLeMire and the acting abilities shown by the young people of the cast. Tickets are$5 and can be reserved by calling 689-5437 or will be available at the door.

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NEW this year, the Festival will debut the FIRSTEVER Celtic Highlander Games hosted in Kent Coun-ty on Saturday, October 1, 2011. Six different ancientCeltic events will be performed all day!

Another new event is the Corn hole (bean bag toss)Tournament to be held Saturday, October 1 in theGrand Lodge.

The NEW Fireghter Parade debuts on Friday,September 23 at 9:30 pm to kick off the festivities!There are two weekends full of fun!

The Red Flannel Grand Lodge has EXPANDED and will feature entertainment from local favorite, MainStreet Band. NEW this year, international renownedIrish folk singer, Mossy Moran will perform, as well asother entertainment. Be sure to visit www.mossymo-ran.com for CD’s and samples of his music.

In keeping with the theme, the Festival is proud tohost the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree patrioticmarching unit from Belmont, Michigan in the GrandParade this year!

The Festival is pleased to announce the QueenScholarship Pageant and Lion’s Lumberjack Supper ismoving back to Cedar Springs High School this year!“We’re proud of the strong, collaborative relationship with the School Board and Superintendent Ron Mc-Dermod,” said Curt Tackmann, Festival Secretary.

“Of course, all of the traditional events are still inplace,” said Andres. “The Car & Tractor Shows, Muse-um Open House, Chili Cook Off, Bed Races and GrandParade are wonderful traditions!” For a full schedule of events, or to download event applications, visit www.redannelfestival.org.

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FLANNELCONTINuED FROM PAGE 3

One of Florida’s nest Contemporary Blues Artists, Will Pearsall will be performing in concert at the White-sh Golf Club and Grill at 7:30 PM. The price of admis -sion is a suggested $12 donation. This is an encore per-formance. Last year Will left the stage toa standing ovationleaving the audience wanting more. Nice toknow that sometimes

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Tandem Trailer w/Beaver Tail, 16’ V Bottom Fiberglass Boat 4 CycleEngine w/ Trailer, 1964 Ford Project Car 2 Dr Hardtop (no engine),Lawn Boy Lawn Mower, Limb Cutters, Fish Poles, Sprayer, CarBumper, Jack, Char Broil Gas Grill, Shepard Hooks, Lawn Furniture,Patio Set, Lanterns, 2 Burner cook Stove, Saws, Flood Lights, Weed

Whipper, Solar Lights, Military Cot, Tools, Outdoor Fire Pit,Block Planes, Torches, Old Primitives, Drills, Outboard Mo-tor TP 391755, Bench Vise, Shop Vac, Scythe Blades, PaperBaler, Many Hand Tools, Sears Craftsman Table Saw, Tools

boxes, Hand Cart, Ladders, Dunlap Golf Clubs, Patio Set w/ Padded Chairs, Many Handled Tools, Crates, Snow Boards,MTD Yard machine Snow Blower, Weber Grill and MORE!

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Another Sale with a Large V ariety of Furniture, Tools, Collectiblesand More! 2 Rings all day. Sales Tax applies to this sale. Full Lunch Service Available.Come and Join us for the Day.

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In Michigan, most rabies cases oc-cur during the summer months, so of-ficials from the Michigan Departmentsof Agriculture and Rural Development(MDARD), Community Health (MDCH)and Natural Resources (DNR) are urg-ing residents to protect themselvesand their animals against the disease.Rabies is a viral disease that can infect

mammals, it causes inflammation of thebrain and once symptoms begin there isno treatment, and it is always fatal.

“Never handle wild animals,” saidDr. Dean Sienko, MDCH Interim Chief Medical Executive. “It’s also importantto teach children to never touch unfa-miliar wild or unfamiliar domestic ani-mals.”

Any mammal is capable of being in-fected with rabies. Rodents rarely testpositive for rabies, however recently a woodchuck (a larger member of therodent family) bit a person in OaklandCounty and tested positive for rabies.This is the first time rabies has beenfound in a woodchuck in Michigan. Thebite victim received post exposure treat-

ment for rabies and is doing well. Fur-ther testing at the MDCH Lab identifiedthe rabies type as a skunk strain. Severalspecies of wild animals serve as reser-voirs for the rabies virus in the U.S. Forexample, bats throughout Michigan cantransmit rabies and counties in south-east Michigan and the Thumb harbor astrain of rabies associated with skunks.

“Any unprovoked wild mammal thathas bitten a human should be eutha-nized and submitted for rabies testing,”said Dr. Steve Schmitt, DNR State Wild-life Veterinarian. “Save bats for testingif there is even the slightest question of exposure, especially if the bat was foundin a sleeping area.”

It’s also important that residents

take steps to prevent rabies in their live-stock and pets.

“Rabies is out there and own-ers need to vaccinate their live-stock and pets – including horses– and avoid contact with wild ani-mals,” said Dr. Steve Halstead,MDARD State Veterinarian. “Skunk strain rabies can infect domesticpets and livestock following fights orother contact.”

Rabies is a virus that infects the ner- vous system of humans and other mam-mals. It is transmitted by the bite of aninfected animal, or if saliva from an in-fected animal gets onto a mucous mem- brane such as the eyes, nose, or mouth,or into a break in the skin.

Rabies is fatal if proper treatmentis not received. Preventive treatment isgiven to people who are exposed to a po-tentially rabid animal. Treatment is notnecessary if an animal tests negative forrabies.

Michigan citizens are encouraged totake the following precautions:

n Seek medical care if you are bit-ten by a wild animal. If possible, collectthe animal and consult with local health

authorities to determine if rabies testingis necessary.

n If you awaken to a bat in a room where you have been sleeping, seek medical attention. Secure the bat andconsult with local public health officialsabout the need for rabies testing. If theanimal tests negative, then rabies postexposure treatment can be avoided.

nMichigan citizens should be pro-active and have their pets and livestock vaccinated against rabies. By working with their veterinarians, pet owners cantake significant steps toward providinga safe and healthy environment for theirfamilies and animals.

For information about rabies inMichigan, visit Michigan’s Emerging

Disease website at www.michigan.gov/rabies.

Michigan residents urgednot to handle wildlife

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People with diabetes can have a hardtime understanding what they should eat.Michigan State University Extension will be offering the “Dining With Diabetes”seminar at the Montcalm County Com-mission on Aging ofce, 613 North StateStreet in Stanton on Tuesdays, Aug. 9through Aug. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m.

Dining with Diabetes is a once a week class that runs for four weeks. This classis open to those with diabetes, their family members and caretakers. Whether you are

newly diagnosed or want to refresh yourknowledge, plan to come. Space is limitedand pre-registration is required.

You will learn how to prepare mealsthat are healthy, easy to prepare and tastegood. Recipes will be demonstrated andparticipants will have the opportunity totaste each one. Participants will also learnup-to-date information on nutrition, mealplanning, exercise and how to understandcommon diabetes-related medical tests.Each participant will receive recipe book-

lets and handouts.Diabetes is a very serious and costly

disease, but research has shown that those who learn to manage their blood glucose(sugar) levels, eat healthy and exerciseregularly can lower their risk of complica-tions and lead a healthier and more pro-ductive life.

Registration for this program can bemade by calling the Montcalm County Commission on Aging ofce at (989) 831-7476 or the MSU Ionia Extension ofce

toll-free 1-888-678-3464/1/Ionia by Aug.3. The entry fee is $50 for an individual or$60 for couples sharing a notebook. Partialscholarships are available to adults receiv-ing income-based government assistance.

Michigan State University Extension Programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion,age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status.

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Friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstein

Reynolds Township LibraryMinutes of the July 13, 2011 meeting

Members & Guests Present: Pat Bauman, Brenda Burgess, Maxine Forward, Vicky Paulen,

Lavonne Rehfus, Kera Roesly, Patricia Smith, Toni Wagoner, Harriet Wahoski, Shirley

Westveer, Marjorie Morgan, Chris Poprawski and Janice Williams, Library Director.

Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by President Vicky Paulen.

Approval of Minutes: Motion by Shirley W. to approve the June 8, 2011, minutes as readseconded by Chris P. All approved.

Treasurers Report: Due to Linda’s absence, no report was given.

Director’s Report: Janice W.

• Reported to the group the library is having a very successful Summer Reading Program

with over 400 kids registered. 150 – 200 kids have been in attendance at the twice weeklyprograms. The carnival was a big success with almost 300 kids attending. A special thanks

to the Summer Reading Sponsors for making all this possible.

• Reported that Tonya Nichols will present a program on Massage on Tuesday, July 19 at6:00 p.m. at the library.

• Reported to the group that the Used Book Cart netted sales of $75 in June.

• Requested that the Friends purchase a case of copy paper for their use in printing documents

and posters. Motion by Shirley W. to purchase a case of copy paper for reproducing items

for the Friends Group. Seconded by Harriet W. All Approved.

Publicity Report: Due to Arlene’s absence, no publicity report was given.

OLD BUSINESS2011 Quilt: Will setup a schedule at the next meeting to sell quilt tickets at Leppinks.

Used Book Sale (Town-Wide Yard Sales): There was a discussion on having the used book

sale in the park next year, both Friday and Saturday.

Food Booth for Music in the Park: Committee Members are Vicky P., Maxine F., Lavonne

R. The menu will consist of Sloppy Joes, popcorn, cookies and soft drinks.

Country Sides Band on Aug. 9th. Meet at the park at 6:00p.m.

NEW BUSINESS

Pieces of the Past Quilt Program: Motion by Brenda B, seconded by Majorie M. to pay

the fee of $100.00 for a program by well-known quilter Krista Prout from Rosebush. All

approved. Her lecture: Women of the Civil War and their Quilting and how they survived,

will be of interest in conjunction with the 150th anniversary of the beginning of the CivilWar. The program will be presented on August 10 at 11:00 a.m. at the Library. She will also

be bringing Howard City and Amble memorabilia. Members were reminded to pass out the

posters.

Local Author Program: Lavern Timmerman, the author of “The Color of Night”, is

scheduled to speak about his book on Tuesday, September 20, at 6:30 p.m. at the Library.Mr. Timmerman is from the Sand Lake Area. Toni W. is the chairman for this event. Copiesof his book will be available for purchase at the library ahead of time.

OTHER BUSINESS

Parade of Homes: Brenda B reported that we still need 1 more home for the Christmas Tour

of homes. The home tour will be 12:30-4:30, refreshments at the library will be 2-5, with

the drawing at 5.

One Book, One County, Montcalm: The book selection for this year’s event is “Look

Me in the Eye: My Life with Asperger’s” by John Elder Robison. This book discussion willtake place at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library on Monday, September

12, at 1:30 p.m. in the Library Reading Room. Stop by the library for a schedule of county-

wide events concerning this year’s book selection.

Book Club: The book for August is “The Art of Racing in the Rain, by Garth Stein. The

book discussion will take place on Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. in the Library Reading

Room. Everyone is encouraged to read the book and join in on the discussion.

Adjournment: Shirley W. made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Brenda B. All

approved.

Next Meeting: Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.

NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!

Reynolds Township Regular Meeting of the BoardMeeting Date: July 14, 2011

Called to order: 7:00 p.m.

Members present: Supervisor Keith Grannis, Clerk Tina Porzondek, Trustee Lee

Olsen, Trustee Ann Yanke. Absent: Treasurer Roger Stedman

Action Items:

Motion to approve consent agenda containing previous minutes, treasurer’s report,

zoning report, fire report and police report by Olsen, second by Yanke. 4 ayes, 1

absent, approved.

Motion made by Yanke, second by Porzondek to appoint Dana Langworthy to the

Zoning Board of Appeals. 4 ayes, 1 absent, approved.

Motion made by Olsen, second by Porzondek to accept the Merit Network Agree-

ment under the METRO Act allowing Merit Network, Inc. to expand fiber optic

infrastructure along public right -of-way of US 131. 4 ayes, 1 absent, approved.

Motion by Yanke, second by Olsen to approve the purchase of a cell phone to be

used by the zoning administrator to conduct township business. 4 ayes, 1 absent,

approved.

Discussion Items:

A special election will be held August 2, 2011 for the Montcalm Community Col-

lege Operating Mileage Proposal. Polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m.

Discussed the Notice of Eligibility to Incorporate as a Charter Township and Right

to Referendum posting. The board will consider a resolution to oppose incorpora-

tion as a charter township at the next regular board meeting.

Keith Grannis reported that the Montcalm Alliance has received a grant to identify

and prioritize Brownfield areas in the county.

Public Comments:

Ron Baker, County Commissioner commented on Montcalm Alliance’s efforts to

identify Brownfield areas and also commented on their work to finding a viable

approach to expand public transportation.

The board thanked Ron Baker for bringing the issue of expanding county road com-

mission members to the forefront again.

Dana Langworthy commented on his appointment to the Zoning Board of Appeals

and looks forward to serving the township residents.

Adjourned: 7:40 p.m.

Next Meeting: August 11, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. 215 E. Edgerton St. Howard City

For more information call the township office at 231-937-6739 or check our web-

site www.montcalm.org/reynolds.twp

Croton Township MeetingJune 13, 2011

Supervisor Howarth opens meeting with Pledge of Allegiance.

Members present: Supervisor Jean Howarth, Clerk Debbra Wright, Treasurer Chris Hadley, Trust-

ees Chris Ortwien, Morgan Heinzman.

Meeting called to order 7:00 pm.Motion Chris Hadley and Chris Ortwien approve agenda changes. All in favor motion passed.Dept. reports:

Library: Ashley. Reading program kicks off Wednesday June 15, 2011. July 23rd Pancake break-fast at Newaygo County Sportsman’s Club on Elm Ave.

Transfer Station: John Erard. Running smoothly, clean up days went very well. Campground trash

is building.Building Dept.: Don Reagan. Building permits are the same as this time last year.

Announcement Commentary: Softball game, Power Paddle, Hookin’ up Hero’s.Public Comment: Jim Squires asked about the two trailers in Carrigan Dr. Subdivision. Don will

contact the owners to see if will grant permission to move them.Budget amendment Elections $600. Motion by Morgan Heinzman and Chris Hadley to increase

election budget by $600.00, money to come from contingency fund. Roll call vote Ayes Ortwein,Wright, Hadley, Heinzman, Howarth. Nays None motion passed.

Al duChemin Park upgrade. Letters of explanation from Lynne Grant and Dale PlatzMotion Morgan Heinzman and Chris Hadley to table duChemin upgrade overrun until 6/28 Tues-day meeting until we can speak with NN Committee. Motion passed

Motion Chris Ortwein and Chris Hadley to table budget amendment until duChemin park upgradeproject is discussed. All in favor. Motion passed.

Sexton: Dawn Starr. Recommends the Board setting aside an area for single plots. Also suggestschecking into winter storage instead of trying to perform burials in the winter.

Chris Ortwein: Mute Swan Plan. Thurs. June 16, 2011 Plane will fly over and do mute swan count.Will discuss at next monthly meeting and move forward.

Motion Morgan Heinzman and Deb Wright to table Xyotek Contract Tues. June 26, 2011 meeting.

All in favor. Motion passed.Chris Ortwein discusses tax sale/ distressed property at 6737 E. Hill, Parcel #20-04-382-008. Twp.

Possible buy.Consult with Cliff Bloom to discuss the property on Croton-Hardy Dr.

Motion by Chris Hadley and 2nd Chris Ortwein to authorize Don Reagan to spend up to $500.00,To build frame for Consumers Energy Sign. Roll call vote. Ayes Heinzman, Wright, Ortwein, Had-

ley, Howarth. Nays None.

Chris Ortwein: Carrigan Dr. assessment. Newaygo Nationals- vendors Chris Ortwein will speakwith Scott Faulkner and email board members.

Motion, Morgan Heinzman and Chris Ortwein to approve $750 for Croton Hardy Building repairs.Roll call vote Ayes Wright, Hadley, Heinzman Ortwein, Howarth. Nays None. Motion passed.

Motion by Hadley 2nd by Wright to adjourn meeting 9:45 p.m. All in favor motion passed. Meet-ing adjourned.

Respectfully submitted by:Debbra Wright, Croton Township Clerk

VILLAGE OF HOWARD CITYMEETING SYNOPSIS

July 11, 2011Call to order: 7:00 p.m.Present: Scott, Cummings, Gondre, Harris, Marek, Thomas, Williams

Actions taken: • Approved consent agenda

• Approved agenda as amended• Authorized pay request #2 for Contract #1

• Authorized pay request #2 for Contract #3

• Presented Sid Corl an Appreciation Plaque• MICAN Presentation

• Recognize Max and Patricia Zamarripa Foundation as non-profit• DPW Employee discussion

• Paid bills totaling $8,026.56.

Adjourn: 8:10 p.m.

A complete copy of the minutes is available at the Village Office during regular of-

fice hours or on our website www.howardcity.org.

Kim Alexander, Clerk

NOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY TO INCORPORATE AS

A CHARTER TOWNSHIP AND RIGHT TO REFERENDUM

Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that the

township of Pierson Township has a population of 2,000 or more, and the township

board has the right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter town-

ship under the provisions of the Charter Township Act, Public Act 359 of 1947, asamended (MCL 42.3a):

1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a charter township.

2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as a charter

township by resolution. At least 60 days after the adoption of the resolution of intent, the

township board may adopt the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next regular

or special township election the question of incorporation as a charter township.

If Option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the township have the right

to file a “Right to Referendum Petition.” This petition must be filed before the final adop-

tion of the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

The petition must follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as prescribed in

the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488), and the heading must indicate “Disagree-

ment of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township.” The petition must be signed by not

less than 10% of the number of electors of the township voting for township supervisor

at the last election in which a supervisor was elected.

If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on the ballot at

the next general or special township election.

The meeting will be held August 3rd, 2011 at 7pm at the Pierson Township Hall

21156 Cannonsville Rd. Pierson MI 49339.

If you have any questions please call Brooke Scott at 616 636 8570



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Help is Available:The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Mondaythrough Friday.

Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground servicefor those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo transportation.www.pilotsforchristmi.com or call 616-636-5523.

A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at CarsonCity Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.

Newaygo County’s newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you havebeen recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet withothers to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every monthfrom 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. 72nd St. (M-82), Newaygo, MI. For more information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013.

Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, MiracleDrop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues orfees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people copewith stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol(989)831-8778.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pmon Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. • SpartaMethodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm.

Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. • White Cloud, Commission on Aging. Weigh in5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. • Lakeview, NewLife United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, meeting6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. • Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church.Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East M-46. • SandLake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays,meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. • Howard City, Howard City VFWHall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:15-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. Fi rst meeting free.For information call 231-937-4441.

Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am,Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan.Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.

Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,Health Department, White Cloud.

Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer! ReformersUnanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction, offered at Bills LakeBaptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east of Newaygo. Every Friday night7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.

Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-6:30pm Women’s-Open, 7:00pm Men’s-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&1212 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pm-Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-All Open-12Noon, 7:00pm,9:00pm; Saturday-All Open-8:30am, 10:00am, 7:00pm; Sunday-All Open-

9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of Addictions-Open.Contact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers meeting,7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.

Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 NewellStreet, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.

Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Bingefor no apparent reason? No Dues…We are a fellowship. FREMONT: FirstCongregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact 689-6553, Marge.

Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm,United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT)

Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St.Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.

Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 WilcoxStreet, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are livingwith physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. ServingMecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: If you think you have a problem drinking,please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652-5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.

MORLEY: Open Meeting. Smoking allowed. 19180 Monroe, Morley. Call

Darryl for more info. (616) 826-0859.SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday,7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, Wednesdays,8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm, Roger 887-8508 (Spanish Speaking)

KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya 675-7663

SAND LAKE: Sand Lake Alcoholics Anonymous/NA: (AA/NA ClosedMeeting - Women Only). Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Bldg next tothe church), corner of Maple Street and Sixth Street, Tuesday at 7:00pm. (frontdoor entrance).

CROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri. 8pm - C;Sun. 7pm - O

HOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-5081, Wed. 7:30pm - O

GRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.; Sun.7:00pm - O

FREMONT: St Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan TUES., WEDS. & FRI.: Noon-O; NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner First SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30Speaker - O, SUN. 11:00am - O; Fremont Christian Church, 10 E. Elm MON. -THURS. 12 Noon - O TUES. Al-Anon: 8:00pm SAT. 11AM - O.

Al-Anon: Tues. 8pm; Al-A teen: Tues. 8pm

NEWAYGO: St. Bartholomew Church, NS, 599 Brooks - Basement - John 924-

8027, Mon. 7:30pm - C; Step Mtg.; Thurs. 7:30pm - CNewaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracy’s Custom RiverBoats, just North of Speedway Unit #3. Mon. Noon (O), 7:30pm; Tues. Noon,7:30pm; Wed. Noon, 7:30pm; Thurs. Noon, 7:30pm; Fri. Noon, 5:30pm (Menonly), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only – all types of recovery welcome);Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3rd Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck dinner6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, with game night following); Sun. 1:00pm, 7:30pm(O).

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SELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL PROBLEMS: Is your ability to function and live a normal life impaired because you have anemotional or mental prob lem? Is stress, depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks,substance abuse or fear getting in the way of you being able to really “live”? Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 5:00pm, United Methodist Church, 240Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free,1-800-968-7330.

Band, 11am to 3pm; August 26th open jam 10am to 3pm; August 27th open jam 10amto 3pm; Sept. 9th open jam 10am to 3pm; Sept. 17th open jam 10am to 3pm; Sept. 23rdopen jam 10am to 3pm and Sept. 24th open jam 10am to 3pm. For more informationcall Stacy at 616-636-8677 or stop in to Sticks-N-Stones. Check us out on FACEBOOK/Pierson Outdoor Market or www.sticks-n-stonesetc.com. Book your spot today!

Horns of Power Concert Saturday, August 20th at 8:00 at the GHS Performing ArtsDanish Festival - $10

Lakeview High School Alumni (this includes any former Lakeview High Schoolstudent & guest from 2011 & earlier) and retired teachers are invited to attend theannual Alumni Banquet, to be held at the Lakeview High School, on Sunday,September 11, 2011. The cost is $13 per person, with open house at 11am and dinnerserved at 1pm. Reservations must be made prior to August 31st by sending payment, yourname, maiden name (if applicable) and year of graduation to: Arnold Kempton Treasurerat 8128 5 Mile rd, Mecosta Mi 49332. If you can not attend and desire a copy of the 2010Secretary’s report, please send a self addressed stamped envelope to: Bernard Behrenwald,PO Box 149, Lakeview MI 48850. Questions may be directed to Arnold at 231-972-8518or Bernard at 989-352-7945. Please spread the word to out of town classmates. Last yearwe started a new program. It is in Memory of a Lakeview High School Graduate. Someonewill receive $100.00 at the Alumni dinner this year.

Vendors needed for a Women’s Expo to be held on Oct. 15 at Pine Grove Churchand sponsored by Stillwaters Counseling Center. Tables will be $50.00 which includeslunch. For more information call Judy at 231-937-4031 or Brooke at 616-340-9709.

Flea Market - Every Saturday, thru Oct 29, 9am – 3pm. Flea Market will be in our MelTrotter Sparta Store parking lot. Booth spaces available. Please call 616-887-4021 forinformation on booth rentals.

Caron City Hospital Farmer’s Market, on Mondays, Summer 2011, 8am-12pm at theCarson City Hospital Administration Entrance. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowersand more, any local gardener or farmer is invited to participate. Call Anne at 989-584-3971 ext 216 for more information.

Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, year round, Monday 1-4pm,Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Lakeview Seniors — Come early (1:00) for cards, games, refreshments and social time.The LV Seniors meet the 1st Tuesday of each month. Come join us, bring a friend.

Life Style Change, Weight loss etc @ Natures Atrium every tues 6:30pm-7:30pm Call231-937-9370.

Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, and informativediscussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 3rd Tuesday of everymonth at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) Call Bonnie @ 231-823-8002.

Hospice of Michigan – Offers Living on Support Group 2nd Wednesday of eachmonth from 2:00pm – 3:00pm at Vera’s House located at 18 Justice St in Newaygo. Formore information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or 800-837-3630.

The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd Wednesday of month, 7:00pm, @ Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Volunteers are needed.Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Mecosta County Sheriff’s Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday of eachmonth in the basement of the Mecosta County jail. Looking for new members. For moreinformation call (231) 796-0966.

Free Clothing for those in need - Seventh Day Adventist Church, 8060 M-46,Lakeview, in the Community Building behind the church. Thursdays from 1-4pm.

Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Bartholomew’s Church - Thursday3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard City VFW Post3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd.

Come sew at Heritage United Methodist Church on Fridays from 10am to 3pm.Bring your machine and call for supply list. New projects every week. Cal l Debbie Castle at231-354-6910 for more details or email at [email protected]. Everyone welcome.

Greenville Auction & Flea Market - Every Friday at the Old Meijer Store in Greenvilleon M-91. Flea market starts at 7:00am, Auction at 10:00am. Vendors and consignorswanted. Call 616-225-9999 or email [email protected].

Howard City Farmers Market is open on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.

Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Dr, Newaygo 2ndSaturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-4641.

Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard City, MI 4th Saturdayof each month from 6pm to 8pm in the fellowship hall. For more info, please call thechurch @ 231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231-937-2036.

Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veteran’s Breakfast for Veteransand/or wives (companions) or widows at 209 W Washington 7:30am-8:45am.

Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, open 7 days a week.Call Karen West or Dawny Kniffen 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule of events. Noonlunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.

Library Happenings:Sand Lake/Nelson Township Library: “Novel Destination” Monday, July 25th,

6:30pm Adult Book Discussion - “Strength in What Remains” by Tracy Kidder.Travel to the Grant Area District Library to catch this “one-derful” show, featuringdazzling juggling, a creative whirlwind of tricks and many audience favorites. Joel Tacey’sOne-derful World Comedy Show will be held on Tuesday, July 26, at 1:00. This interactivenew show will have kids and parents crazy about reading and laughing out loud.

Grant Area District Library Book Discussion Group: please join us in the discussionof The Whistling Season by Ivan Doig on July 27th, at 10am in the Periodical Room.Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk.

Kent District Library - Sand Lake Branch: “Pet Show” Tuesday, August 2, 10:30am.Is your pet a star? Can your pet do cool tricks? Or do you just want to show off how smart,cute or funny your pet is? Join us for a wonderful library pet show. All acts must pre-register. Stop in the library for details.

If you have ever wanted to join a bowling league, but can’t lift the ball or playa round of tennis without running around the court, then join the Grant AreaDistrict Library every Monday between 4 and 5pm to play Wii Sports. This fun gamingsystem allows the armchair athlete all the fun of playing the game, but without the needto sweat. Baseball, tennis, golf and bowling are among the games that will be played theseMonday afternoons. So bring a friend and come to the Library on Monday and see what agood sport you can be! For more information, call the Library at 231-834-5713. Have fun,get involved and come play Wii with us.

Preschool Storytime at the Croton Library on Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am.Program is for 2-5 year olds and i nvolves books, crafts, songs & fun.

The Friends of the Grant Area District Library meet at 10am on the third Tuesday of the month in the Community Room. All interested persons are welcome to attend. Thelibrary is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant.

The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the first Wednesday of eachmonth at 1:00pm at the library. Please come if interested in helping your local library.

New Members Needed - The friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds TownshipLibrary is looking for additional members who are able and want to help the friends of theLibrary excel in advancing the library. We meet the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Pleasecontact Vicky Paulen at 231-937-5190.

Friends of the White Cloud Community Library meet monthly, the first Thursday at1:00 p.m. The library is located at 1038 Wilcox in White Cloud. Everyone is welcome.

Shelf Life Book Club - meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM at theTamarack District Library in Lakeview. Book titles are published in the Shelf Life BookClub brochure and on the Monthly Event Flyers at the library.

Wiggles and Giggles - is a toddler story time program, at 10:30 AM every Friday at theTamarack District Library in Lakeview that brings stories, songs, crafts and activity toyour child.

The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at Newaygo City Hall, openevery Friday, 10am to 6pm and Memorial D ay and Labor Day Weekends with hundreds of books at Bargain Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.

Upcoming Events:The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the following locationsto distribute free food to individuals and families in need. Please do not arrive more than30 minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bring your own container to hold 50 lbsof food. You will check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated. Saturday, July 23rd, 1pm,Grant Wesleyan Church, Grant, please call 231-834-7222 to pre-register; Tuesday, July26th, 5pm, River Valley Community Church, Newaygo.

Little Whitefish Lake Association is having lake wide rummage sales on Saturday, July 23rd, from 9am until 5pm. Follow the signs around the lake bordered by North BassLake Road, Kendaville Rd., White Rd., and Lake Dr. The main sale will be near thepublic access boat ramp on Main St. off Kendaville Rd. The Association has about 200members.

Grace Community Church Gospel Jamboree, BBQ/Pot luck, 4-8pm on Saturday, July 23rd, In the pavilion behind the church.

The Friends of the Croton Township Library Pancake Breakfast is at the NewaygoCounty Sportsman’s Club at 7951 Elm Avenue in Croton Township on Sat. July 23 from8-11 a.m. Cost is Adults & Ages 11 and up $5 each. Under age 4 is free. Ages 4-10 is$3 each. All money to help the Croton Township Library. Will have some gift sets andbooks for sale too.

Maple Valley Twp. Fire Dept., Trufant Station, 4th Annual Pizza Party Fundraiser. July 23rd, 4:30 to 8:00pm, $8 adult, $5 children 10 and under. Enjoy a slice of pizza withyour volunteer Firemen under the big tent between Stumps Pizzeria and the Post Office.

Blood Drive, Sunday, July 24, 2011 from 10am-2pm. Heritage United MethodistChurch, 19931 W. Kendaville Rd., Fellowship Hall. (1-866-MIBLOOD or miblood.org) Now accepting 16 year olds with parental permission. Appointment preferred. Questions?Call Paul Eickenroth at 231-937-4310.

PANDAMANIA VBS 2011 July 24th - 28 th, 6:30 - 8:30 PM What happens whena pack of panda bears invade The Springs? A wild celebration of God’s unconditionallove! At PandaMania Vacation Bible School kids ages 4 yrs. - 6 th grade will discover thatGod has a purpose and plan for everyone and that He crafted each of us with His ownloving hands. Pre-registration is encouraged by downloading a registration form at www.thespringschurch.info and dropping it off at The Springs Church, 135 N. Grant Street inCedar Springs. Also, be sure to check us out on Sundays this summer @ 10 AM. OURCHURCH ROCKS! For more info please contact the church office @ 616.696.2970.

The Mid-Michigan District Health Department’s Family Planning Clinics: 615 N. State St., Stanton - July 25th and 28th from 8am to noon and 1pm to 5pm.Immunization Clinics: 1014 E. Washington, Greenville - July 27th from 9am to 11amand 1pm to 3:30pm. For more information regarding any of these programs offered throughthe Mid-Michigan District Health Dept. please call 989-831-5237 ext 5 , Monday throughFriday. Wic Benefit Pick-up: 1014 E. Washington, Greenville - July 27th from 8am tonoon and 12:30 to 4:30.

Village of Howard City - 2011 Music in the Park - Every Tuesday night 7pm to 9pm.Located at Ensley Park in Downtown Howard Ci ty thru August 16. July 26th: Zelli es OpryHouse - Local Bluegrass at its best! Our hidden Howard City treasure has decided to takethe show on the road. The musical traditions of Tennessee’s Ryman Auditorium will beon display at Ensley Park. August 2nd: Showdown - Rock/Classic Rock/Old School R&B.Showdown’s Classic Rock sound is a perfect fit for those who find less to love in today’smusic and enjoy more the glory of days of rock. Aug 9th: Country Sides Band - Come andenjoy some old country music, polkas, waltz and dance music by the best sax player in thecountry, featuring Jerry Bissell, Gene Harris, Noreen Gondre and Don Ki k. August 16th:Bo White & The Bluezers - A multi-talented band whose main p hilosophy is to have fun!Based in rhythm and blues, individual band members experience covers the spectrum of popular music including rock, country, combo, jazz, classic rock, oldies and big band. RainSchedule: In case of inclement weather the concerts will be held at Zellies Opry House at230 Edgerton Street. Sponsored by: Village of Howard City, Howard City DDA, ReynoldsTownship, Pierson Township, Firstbank of Howard City and the Panhandle Chamber of Commerce.

Fellas take your gal and a few of your best friends, pile in the ol’ Packard and come on overto the Pine Grove Senior Grill for Brats on the Barbee. For all those age 60 and overwe’re throwing our annual “Brat Picnic” at Noon the 27th of July. Come n get em, bratshot off the grill can be found on the Northwest corner of M-82 and Beech Ave.

Free Food Truck at Amble Free Methodist Church, July 28th, 5pm.

Free Food Truck: Sponsored by the Lakeview Ministerial Association, Lakeview VFWand Firstbank. 4pm on Thursday, July 28th, at the Free Methodist Church, 110 N. EdgarRd. Lakeview, MI.

Lost Country Band, enjoy the best in classic country music. July 30th, 7-11pm at theVFW, Lakeview, MI. 50/50 Drawing, free popcorn, open to the public, byob.

GRAND RAPIDS ACCORDION ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM — Don’t miss awonderful night of toe tappin’ music by this entertaining ensemble! There will be a freeconcert in Brooks Park (downtown Newaygo) on Sunday, July 31. The concert will start at6:30 p.m. Preceding the concert, Family of God Community Church invites everyone toa free dinner of grilled hotdogs - also served in the park from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Make sure tobring your lawn chairs and plan to be entertained! A freewill offering will be taken. In caseof rain, the concert will be held at Family of God Community Church, 90 Quarterline, Newaygo. If you have questions, please call the church office at 652-6500.

MUSIC BY THE POND 2011 - Presented by Glen Curtis Foundation, Village of Edmore and Edmore Chamber of Commerce. Location: Gazebo next to Curtis Pond -Sheldon St. - Edmore. When: Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm July 31 and Aug 28. Please

bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. In case of rain all shows will be moved into theCurtis Building. JULY - “Ionia - Maple Valley Community Band” has a new program thisyear which includes a variety of music. We will hear Dixie Land, marches and some swing.This 30 piece band has musicians from all over including Belding, Ionia, Vermontville,Greenville, Grand Rapids and many other surrounding areas. AUGUST - “GravelRidge” come and listen to music performed by one of our areas local bands. They willperform bluegrass for our listening enjoyment. Our evening of music will wind down theEdmore Potato Festival with ice cream being served by the local Edmore area Chamberof Commerce.

Ensley Baptist Church - Vacation Bible School is August 1-5 from 9:30am to12:00pm.

Deerfield Bible Church - Vacation Bible School, 759 150th Ave. Morley, MI.Contact Jan Eckert 231-856-7870. Ages 4-13, August 1-5 f rom 9am to 11:30am. SunSurf Beach Bash!

Senator Judy Emmons will be the speaker at the Lakeview Area Seniors meetingon Tuesday, August 2nd at 2:00 PM at the Lakeview United Church of Christ FellowshipHall. Come with any questions or concerns about our “state of the State”, Judy will behappy to address your inquires.

Heritage Village celebrates its 25th anniversary with its annual HeritageFestival, Aug. 4-6 in Montcalm Heritage Village, located on Montcalm CommunityCollege’s Sidney Campus. The three day celebration features historical displays, events,refreshments and music for all ages. There will also be a book sale and yard sale. Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritagevillage.aspx for more information.

Bob Milne Concert - Ragtime and boogie-woogie pianist Bob Milne returns to MontcalmCommunity College’s Barn Theater for one performance at 7pm on Aug. 5th during the

Heritage Festival. Milne demonstrates the showy styles of the ragtime era on the pianoand highlights his tunes with stories and commentaries about the music and musiciansof the mid 1800’s through the 1920’s. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the doorbeginning at 6:30pm. Contact MCC Dean of Instruction and Faculty Gary Hauck [email protected] or call 989-328-1234 fo r more information.

Heritage Festival pancake breakfast - The Montcalm Community College Foundationhosts its pancake breakfast from 7am to 10am, August 6th in MCC’s Activities Building,during the 24th Annual Heritage Festival. The cost is $5 per person in advance or $6at the door. Proceeds from the breakfast support MCC scholarships. Advance ticketsare available by calling 989-328-1284 or by emailing [email protected]. Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritagevillage.aspx for more information about Heritage Festival.

Grant Wrestling Club’s Summer Wrestling Clinic: Featuring 2X Olympic Coach RobHermann, August 6, 2011. Schedule - 8am-9am check in, 9am-12:00 Session 1, 12:00-12:30 break/lunch, 12:30-3:30 Session 2. Preregistration fee $50 includes lunch and t-shirt. The clinic will be held at Grant High School, 331 E. State St. Grant MI. For moreinformation contact: [email protected] or Tami Montney at 231-206-1202 .

Pierson Outdoor Market, 21751 Cannonsville Rd. Pierson, next to Sticks-N-StonesEtc. and J&H Family Stores. 10am to 6pm $10 Spot. Schedule as follows: August 12th, North Country Band begins at 10am, open jam 1pm to 3pm; August 13th, “Oh” Brother




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AUCTION SALESun., July 31, 2011 at 1:00 p.m.

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South to Auction

598 Henkel Rd., Kent Co. Follow Auction Signs.

Please Note: The Day of Sale is SUNDAY!This auction sale has a nice selection of garage items,tools, yard care, mower, household appliances, furniture,and antique items. There are many items to be unpackedand some surprises may be found.

Tracey is moving to a smaller home and is selling itemsshe no longer needs.

Please check the web site for full list or call for a flyer tobe mailed to you.

Tracey Thompson, ownerLunch wagon, rain tents and restroom facilities are available on site.

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Please, NO calls after 9 p.m.Mike 616-984-2573 Mark 616-984-5122

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Howard City, MI 231-937-4579

Medicaid might pay Dad’s rent. So Dad, age

70, needed more care than you could give him.

Prior to 2007 Dad might have qualified forMedicaid assistance in paying his nursing home

bills under its low-income rules, without havingto sell the family home or farm or his car. Hemight have been able to keep a certain amount

of his cash and some other more minor valued

assets and still qualify for help.

He spent his own dough. First, in theory, Dad

had to spend or use up all his other assets on

his own nursing home bill. But when that ranout, Medicaid assisted. Dad got to live the dig-

nified life he deserved. The family farm was

preserved.

The feds fought it. In 1993, Federal law re-

quired each state to develop a plan to give the

Feds back the Medicaid money it spent on longterm care, from each deceased’s assets. The

federal government wanted Dad’s originally ex-empted property. Michigan’s governors foughtit. In 2007 Michigan was the last state, though

kicking and screaming, to adopt its plan. In a

nutshell for Dad, Michigan’s plan provides thatthe federal government can recover its Medic-

aid money from Dad’s estate after he dies, but

only from those of Dad’s assets (in Dad’s case,the family farm) passing to his beneficiaries

through probate (not from his life insurance orhis retirement money). Avoid probate, avoid ex-

pense-recovery. A good estate plan could avoid

probate and thus save the farm.

Does the family farm go? Michigan began itsasset recovery enforcement plan on July 1. Spe-

cifically, Michigan seeks reimbursement from

Dad’s probate assets for expenses that Medicaidpaid for any long-term care services (like nurs-

ing home expenses) for him, if he was age 55 orolder on September 30, 2007, and provided he

didn’t leave a spouse or minor/dependent childliving in the home/farm. Only by using legal

estate planning techniques like trusts and ladybird deeds to pass Dad’s property to you with-out probate, could Dad’s valued family farm

and its tradition been preserved.

OUCH! Now they want Dad’s life insurance. And now Governor Snyder’s on to Dad. At the

direction of the Governor’s office the Senate

Committee on Appropriations is currently con-sidering Senate Bills 404-406, which are gear-

ing to grab more of Dad’s assets. These Senate

bills could wipe out the farm/home exemption,impose a lien on Dad’s farm/home while he’s

alive, and grab other assets – like Dad’s life

insurance and retirement accounts – to repayMedicaid for advancing Dad money to pay his

long term care rent and expenses. Apparently

the Gov’s figured out that we know how to pre-vent so many diseases, or stave them off for

years, that most of us will spend a good partof our lives in a nursing home not knowing our

own names. He also knows we’ll all want to

save the family farm. So the Gov prefers thatDad pay his own bills, and pay them now, even

if it means losing the family farm. Apparently

the Governor thinks we should save Medicaidfor the truly poor. There’s a thought.

Jeanne L. Jerow practices with a certificate in Es-

tate Planning, Divorce & Custody, Business Law,

Wills/Trusts/Probate law, Real Estate, Auto Inju-

ries. Reach her at bigrapidslawyer.com. Remem-

ber if you read it here it’s not your personal legal

advice. Don’t depend on it.

Can you say “Bye-Bye Family Farm”?Dad’s family farm and life insurance were

once safe, but no longer By Jeanne L. Jerow, Attorney, Howard City • Reach her at Bigrapidslawyer.com

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Tri County Rocket Football, & CheerleaderSign Ups for the

2011 SeasonSign-Ups 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the baseball

field on Emory St., Howard City

August 2, 4, 9, 11Prep Sports will be at sign-ups selling equipment

on August 9 & 11.Bring birth certificate, health insurance information, andchild (to be weighed). Cost is $30. Flag 4 - 7 years old,tackle 8 years old - 8th grade.

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There must be a catperson out there thatis looking for an adultneutered male cat.Harley fits the bill! Hewas released to theshelter on July 13thand hopes he can finda new home as soon aspossible. He is 8 yearsold and weighs about15 pounds. This lov-able boy would makea great companion!ID# 11/07/43 added07/15/2011

Go to www.petfinder.com/shelters/montcalm.htmlfor a full list of adoptable animals.

Hours: Mon. 3 - 6 pm;Tu, W, Th. 12 Noon - 6 pm; Fri. 3 - 6 pm.

Males dogs are $115.00 which covers the neuter surgery as well as all vac-cinations a heartworm test and a $20.00 adoption fee. Females are $125.00which includes all of the above as well. $10.00 is required for MontcalmCounty Residents for the Dog License at the time of adoption. Male cats are70.00 which includes FVRCP vaccine as well as a rabies vaccine and theneuter Surgery. Females are $75.00 which includes all of the above. Insome cases an animal may need extra treatment such as for ear mites or

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Not affiliated with any other therapyprovider in the area. Operated by husband

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Working Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9 am to 5 pm*Early morning and late evening appt. are available, please inquire within.

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FOR SALE OR Rent:Newly remodeled 1992 Victorian,3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.Hardwood flooring in the kitchen,all appliances included.Located in the Tri County School District,with sheltered bus stop.Large wooded lots and off street parking.Lot Rent includes:Water, Sewer and Trash.Call Charlotte @ 231-937-5501 for moreinformation, or email [email protected]

HOWARD CITY 2/BEDROOM Duplex

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110 For Rent

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RENT-TO-OWN! 4-BEDROOM, 1-BATH home. Deeded lake access onMaston Lake. $5000 down!$700/month. (517)712-2392.

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Healing and Health CareMany years ago Dr. Bruce Bennett from Lakeview Medical Center told me, “in the field of medicine there are healers and

there are technicians; you must learn to be both”. At the time I was not sure what he meant, but over the years it turnedout to be a great bit of insight. I have continued to study and learn in both of these areas.

Technology is the area of medicine that traditional health care has been following. Surgery, pharmacology, tests andmedical imaging have advanced tremendously in the last 30 years and costs of care have sky rocketed along with that.(Isn’t it interesting that the cost of an MRI in the US is $1700 to $2000 compared to $160 in Japan?) But in spite of thenegatives, I am still amazed every day, at the life saving things that the technology of medicine can perform.

I do not always agree with the way prescription medicines are used in this country. The drug industry has had a hugeinfluence on the education of health care providers and many times we are coached by them to try to micro manage body chemistry to create a specific outcome. In some cases that is necessary. But we have lost sight of the fact that the body canheal itself in most cases. And often we have simply accepted unwanted side effects as part of the benefit of the drug.

In natural health, we have seen a huge increase in the technology also. There are thousands of new computers,sensors, herbs, supplements, and treatment devices. Along with the new, there is a resurrection of many of the old andancient methods that still have validity. With the increased understanding of quantum physics we are now better able tounderstand what is happening with Energy Medicine.

In homeopathy, for example, the energy signature from a plant is captured by a remedy preparation and now is able tobe transferred to a person or pet to heal symptoms that match the remedy. There is no simple explanation at the presenttime for how and why this works, but I am sure it is related to quantum physics. We have seen so much success withhomeopathy, and at first, it was difficult to make the leap to use things when we really do not knowhow they work. On the other hand, I do not really know exactly how most prescription medicines work either, so maybe it is not too much of a stretch.

There are some new energy healing methods beginning to immerge onto the scene. Dr. Eric Pearlhas doing amazing energy healing work which he calls Reconnection. This is different than most of the “New Age” healing techniques and claims remarkable results.

I used to watch Dr. Bennett just sit at the bedside of a very ill patient, sometimes all night, andmany times they got better even though he really did not do anything. He never could explain it, but

would just say, “Sometimes they just needed someone there”. That seemed very strange to me asa new graduate, thinking we should cure the world with drugs and surgery. Now I understand thatthe good Doc was, in some unknown way, truly a healer, in addition to being a good technician.

Put Your Health in Your Own Hands. Bob Huttinga PA-C. 989-352-6500.

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2007 Chevy Uplander Mini Van, 60,000 actual miles, fancy silver,priced to sell. 2 to choose from.Call Paul.

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8051 ISLAND VIEW, NEWAYGO:Private lake-front - Pettit Lake, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths $79,000. Art 616.453.7655

2480 W SHORE DR., (BIG WHITEFISH LAKE) SAND LAKE: Residential Lot $149,900.Roberta A. Landstra 616.453.7655

1600 175TH AVE., MORLEY: 2 bedroom home with 484 Feet of private frontage onLittle Muskegon River. $45,000. Brynadette 616.835.2624

Arthur K. Eggerding Realty 616.453.7655Carla We lch 616.437.1327 • Brynadette Powell 616.835.2624

Brynadette Powell616-835-2624

FREE HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION

LOCATION:Montcalm County 4-H Fairgrounds8784 West Peck Road, Greenville

Sat., Aug. 6, 2011 • 9 am. to 2 p.m.Open to all residents of Montcalm County!

~~ Funded by the Montcalm County Solid Waste Management Committee ~~

RecyclingFee for tires!

Recycling Fee

for Televisions

& Microwaves

ITEMS CURRENTLY ACCEPTED:FROM YOUR HOME:

AerosolsAppliance & Flashlight BatteriesCompact Fluorescent Light Bulbs

(CFL’s)Cooking OilDyesFloor Care ProductsFloor WaxesFluorescent Light BulbsFurniture PolishesMercury Batteries (camera,

calculator, hearing aid)Mercury (elemental)Medicines (expired and excess)Oven CleanersScouring PowdersSpot & Stain RemoversSpray Dust CleanersThermometersThermostatsUpholstery/Carpet Cleaners

PESTICIDES:AlgaecidesAnt and Roach Powders

Bug Sprays, Sticks & CreamsFly StripsFungicidesGarden Dusts & SpraysHerbicidesInsecticidesRat & Rodent Poisons

FROM YOUR WORKSHOP:AlcoholCreosoteCutting OilGluesMineral SpiritsNaphthaPaint Brush CleanersPolyurethane CoatingsRust RemoversTurpentineWood Stains & Preservatives

FROM YOUR GARAGE:AntifreezeAuto BatteriesBrake FluidCar Waxes & SolventsContaminated OilDiesel FuelEngine CleanersGasolineKeroseneMetal PolishesMixed FuelOil/Gas MixtureTransmission Fluid

MISCELLANEOUS:UnknownsChemical FertilizersDry Cleaning SolventsFiberglass EpoxyGun Cleaning SolventsLighter FluidsMoth Balls & FlakesPhotographic ChemicalsSwimming Pool Acid & ChlorineNail Polish RemoverSharps (medical needles and syringes)

PAINT PRODUCTS:Oil Based PaintAutomobileModelPrinterPaint StripperThinnerSpray PaintsArtists’ Paints & MediumsLead Based PaintDeck StainPreservativesVarnish and SolventsVarnish and Sealers

Latex paint is non-hazardous.Once it is dry, it an be thrown

out with the regular trash!

USED OIL:Containers will be available at thecollection site for disposal of used oiland used oil filters. Oil allowed to bedumped in the containers includes:hydraulic, transmission, diesel, homeheating oil and motor oil.

MERCURY THERMOMETEREXCHANGE:

Exchange a mercury thermometer fora FREE oral digial thermometer. Thisis the last year to receive a free digitalthermometer.

ELECTRONIC WASTE

AND TIRE COLLECTION

Electronic RecyclingThe following electronics will be ac-

cepted at NO CHARGE:

Computer Components and Ac-

cessories: Computers (laptops and

PCs), monitors, keyboards, mice, printers,scanners, speakers, modems, power

cords/cables, disk drives, PDAs, etc.

Office and Household Electronics:Copiers, calculators, telephones, Ipods,answering and fax machines, radios,

typewriters, gaming units, VCR’s/DVD/

CD/MP3 players, cell phones, stereos,ballasts, etc.

RECYCLING FEES:Microwaves - $5.00 each

Televisions - $5.00 eachConsole Televisions - $10.00 each

Tire Recycling• Passenger and light truck tires up to

18 inches will be accepted.

• Limit - 10 tires per vehicle

• Tires must be dry and free of debris

$1.00 per tire(on or off rim)

ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED:❑ Explosives ❑ Latex Paint ❑ Appliances

❑ Radioactive Material ❑ Business Waste

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VISIT US ON OUR WEB SITE @WWW.KNIGHTAUTOSALES.COM

989-831-83581516 N. Peoples Rd., StantonHours:

Monday-Friday 8-6:00Closed Saturday Sunday 8:30-3:00

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08 Chevy Impala LS 4 Door Loaded3.5 Eng., 6 Pass, 56k Miles, Local Trade .....$12,495 or $240 Mo.

08 Dodge Grand Caravan3.3 Eng, Loaded, Stow & Go Seating .............$9,995 or $190 Mo.

08 Chevy Cobalt LT 4 Door 2.2 Eng, Air, Cruise, CD Player, 1 Owner ........$8,995 or $179 Mo.

08 Pontiac Grand Prix 4 Door 3800 Eng, Loaded, Leather ........................$11,995 or $225 Mo.

08 Buick LaCrosse CX 4 Door 3.8 Eng, Loaded, Leather, Factory Warranty $13,995 or $260 Mo.

08 Pontiac G6 GT 4 Door 2.4 Eng, Leather, Loaded, Power Seat.........$10,995 or $200 Mo.

06 Ford Freestar SEL Mini VanV6 Eng, Loaded, Arizona Auto .......................$8,995 or $175 Mo.

06 Chevy Malibu Maxx LT 4 Door 3500 Eng, Loaded, AZ Auto, 61k Miles ..........$9,995 or $195 Mo.

06 Ford E150 Cargo Van4.6 Eng, Air, Auto ...............................

NOW $5,995 or $150 Mo.05 Chevy Malibu Classic 4 Door 2.2 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Auto ......$6,495 or $199 Mo.

05 Chevy 2500 Express Cargo Van4.8 Eng, Air, Auto, Cruise ..............................$4,995 or $135 Mo.

05 Pontiac Bonneville SE 4 Door 3800 Eng, Loaded, Rust Free, Arizona Auto...$7,995 or $210 Mo.

05 Chevy Aveo LS 5 Door Hatchback Great Gas Mileage, Auto, Air, Arizona Auto ....$5,495 or $140 Mo.

04 Buick LeSabre Limited 4 Door 3.8 Eng, Loaded, Leather, 1 Owner ...............$8,995 or $279 Mo.

04 Ford F150 Reg Cab 4x2 Pickup4.6 Eng, Air, Cruise, 49k Miles, Sharp .........$10,995 or $340 Mo.

04 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 Loaded5.3 Eng, 3rd Seat, Heated Leather Seats ....$10,995 or $340 Mo.

04 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4x45.3 Eng, Loaded, Dual Air ..............................$9,995 or $320 Mo.

03 GMC Sierra 1500 Reg Cab Pickup4.3 Eng, Automatic, Air .................................$5,995 or $200 Mo.

03 Ford E250 Cargo Van5.4 Eng, Air, Tilt, Cruise .............................................................$2,995

02 Ford E250 Cargo Van5.4 Eng, Power Windows, Cruise, Air ..........................................$2,995

01 Buick Park Ave 4 Door 3800 V6 Eng, P Seats, CD Player, Sun Roof ... $4,995 or $200 Mo.

00 Chevy Silverado Reg Cab 4x4 Pickup5.3 Eng, Air, Local Trade In ...........................$4,995 or $200 Mo.

00 Buick Century Custom 4 Door 3.1 Eng, Loaded, Leather ..........................................................$2,995

00 Saturn L200 4 Door 2.2 Eng, Air, Cruise, Power Windows & Locks ............................$3,495

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Crystal FountainRestaurant

2535 30th Ave.Blanchard on M-66

(989) 561-2212

SIX LAKESHARDWAREDOWNTOWN SIX LAKES

989-365-3000Open 7 Days

The Area’s

Most Complete

Hardware Store

Marathon Gas • Kerosene • Diesel Amzoil • Groceries • Live Bait • Beer Wine

• Liquor • ATM • Lotto • Race Fuel

3265 W. M-46 • Six Lakes

The Little Store

989-365-3824Candles & Gifts

A Bit of Everything for EVERYONE!Residential & Commercial

Commissions, Doors, EntrywaysWindow Restorations

Glaswerk & Antiques

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989-831-8051Open 7 Days A W eek • Free Wi-Fi

Monday - Saturday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm • Sunday 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

Pizza, Fries, Mushrooms, Onion Rings &Mozzarella Sticks Now Available!

1 The Intersection

101 E. Bridge • Six Lakes

989-365-3506

It’s All Under The Apple Tree!

3 Miles North of Stanton on M-66 or 5 Miles South of M-46 on M-66

(989)831-4228

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2011 Calendar

Sept 17-18Apple Picking

Pick Your Own Apples

Wagon Rides to theOrchard

Sept 24-25 & Oct 1-2Fun Day on the Farm

Fun Farm ActivitiesPony RidesPig Races

Oct 15Great Pumpkin Day

Scarecrow MakingPumpkin Picking

Follow us on Facebook!or Visit our Website:

www.andersonandgirls.com

Anderson & GirlsOrchards & Gifts

StantonHardware Corp.

Owner: Kevin Battig

989-283-1131102 N. Mill St. • Stanton

Monday - Saturday 8-7 • Sunday 10-3

Where Friendly Service

Comes With A Smile!


989.365.9057

Stroll Our Outdoor Marketplace

Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 8am - Mid Evening • Rain or Shine!

There is Food, Fun & Much to See in a Great Family AtmosphereFREE Admission � FREE Parking

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Natures Chain of Lakes

Nature’s Chain Campground

SeasonalSites

Available

NaturesChain.com 989-365-3564

OpenMay-Oct

9851 N. Holland RdSix Lakes, MI

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• Chemicals • Supplies • Water Toys• Parts for Pools/Spas

Hot Tub Sales and Repair Service

Local People you can Trust Serving the Area Since 1988

Two Locations To Serve You

Stanton on N. M-66 989-831-4117

Greenville on N. M-91 616-754-4440



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888-937-4514

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MARINE PARTSINBOARD & OUTBOARD• Motor Parts

• Trailer Parts

• Fuel Pumps, Filters

• Ignitions

• Alternators

• Out Drive Parts

• Bimini Tops/Covers

• Trim/Tilt

• Propellers

• Starters

• Carpet

• Hardware

• Propeller Repair

Buy On-line!

PartsandPropellers.com

Sparks Welding and

Construction, LLC 17731 West River Dr. • Morley, MI 49336

231-856-7679

SENIOR DISCOUNT

Call For a FREE ESTIMATE

Andrew T. Callender

Tree Work of All Kinds

• Tree & Stump Removal & Trimming

• Shrub Removal & Trimming

• Tree Bracing & Repair • Lot Clearing

• Storm Clean Up • Pruning

Specializing In Working

Around

Power Lines & Houses

Serving Montcalm, Kent, Newaygo, Mecosta, and Osceola

Counties and more!! Also Canadian Lakes area!!


1-800-982-4540 or 231-937-5607

Fully Insured

“We Go All Over!”

nsured Over!”

ANDY’STREE SERVICE

SAVEMONEYCALL MIKE'S WINDOWS SIDING - ROOFING - SUNROOMS • Michigan Made Windows!

Call Now 1-888-761-1997 • Call Now 231-592-48231103 N. State St. • Big Rapids, Michigan

FREE

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ShopLocally

CALLNOW!

Spring Special on Windows!We make them in Michigan.

We install them.We warranty them.

Starting at $189SAVE ON ENERGY COSTS!

Spring Special on

Vinyl Siding!

Call now for best price,plus free gutter system

with roof and siding!

Spring Special onShingle or Steel Roofing!Call now for best price,plus free gutter system

with roof and siding!

DON’T BE FOOLEDBY OUT OF STATE

COMPANY’S!

SHOP LOCAL!

CALL MIKE’S!

Pole Barns • GaragesSunrooms

All Types of ConstructionSteel & Storm Doors

Over 2,000 Happy

Customers Recommend Us!

SERVICE DIRECTORY

For Rates & Information Call 231-937-4740

or ates & nformation all

Cedar Body

Shop13399 White Creek

Cedar Springs1/4 Mile S. of 17 Mile Rd.

616-696-1830

Robert

Overla

Concrete

616-262-8036HOWARD CITY

All types of Concrete ConstructionIncluding Brick, Block, Poured Walls

FARMWORKManure Pits, Slabs, Bunker Silos

SEPTIC TANK

CLEANINGAlso Portable Toilet Rentals

for any occasion

ROBINSONServing: Cedar Springs • Sand LakeHoward City & Surrounding Areas

231-937-8282

616-636-5565If YOU can’t flush…You may need US!

DentonBoys

Drilling Toys

Denton and SonsWater Well Drilling8744 124th St. • Sand Lake

OFFICE FAX

616-636-5684 616-636-4623

Jim Denton • 616-636-8638

S. Wemmer, D.D.S.205 E. Edgerton • Howard City

Family DentistryHours by Appointment

231-937-5725

RENT THISSPACE

For Information

& Rates

Call Lori at

231-937-4740

616.364.0550 Bill Coleman1.800.396.2233 Owner

Quick StartBatteries

Starters & Alternators

2121 Alpine, N.W. • Grand RapidsHours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-12

RENT THISSPACE

For Information& Rates

Call Lori at

231-937-4740

No jobtoo big

or too small.

Commercial • IndustrialResidential • Agriculture

FREE ESTIMATES

Licensed & Insured

616-636-8289Pierson • Since 1980




170 Itemsfor Sale

DIAMONDBACK MEN'S WILDWOOD

21-speed comfort/mountain bike w/rackmint condition, $225 OBO. Davi(989)339-4147.

KENMORE REFRIGERATOR/STOVE

SET. 2006 model, white, frost free. Rungreat. New $900, sell $199 for bothwww.hammondwholesale.com. 320 WMain Street, Carson City. (989)584-1600See us on Facebook. We deliver too!

MEN'S LEATHER RECLINER $275Upholstered Side chair $175. (231)972-

7950

MTD 5HPCHIPPER/SHREDDER. Goocondition $185 Call (281)414-3075.

NEW REESE 2000LB 12volt winchPower cord, remote etc. $110. (231)775-3051 Cadillac.

REBUILT COMPUTERS & LAPTOPSAlso Computer repair & virus removalReasonable Rates. (231)856-7883

SEALY MATTRESS SALE- Full, queeor king-size $95/set includes framewww.Hammondwholesale.com. 320 WMain Street, Carson City (989)584-1600See us on Facebook. We deliver too!

UTILITY TRAILER 4X8 with 2ft. sidwalls and ramp gate. $450/cash. CalCarl 616-232-8702.

A Leisure Living Managed Community

www.leisure-living.com

Big Rapids’ PremierAssisted Living

CommunityEvergreen Terrace is a community designed to

provide choice and convenience for those requiringvarious levels of assistance with daily activities.

Call Wendi today to make your reservation!801 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307 • Phone: 231-527-1050

[email protected]

Teen Beauty: Skin Care and Make-up ClassSaturday, August 6

10 a.m. to noon

Esthetician, Tricia Grundy, will work with you and your teen on:

Basic and Acne Skin Care Skin Assessment through use of Skin Scope

Hands-on make-up application/color matching

Make-up Tips and Tricks for hiding blemishes and more

Cost: $25 per Mother/Daughter

Hurry, space is limited.

Call Ahhh at 231.924.7800 for reservations.

In partnership with Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial and

Spirit of Women, purchase a lifetime Spirit of Women

Membership and receive an additional 10% off products the

day of your class.

$25.00 one time fee.

The Spaat Tamarac

1401 W. Main St., Fremont | 231.924.7800 | tamaracwellness.org

2009 Chrysler Town & CountryTouring * Power Sliders/Liftgate

$16,995

2008 Chevy Silverado5.3L * Vortec * V8

$17,995

2008 Cadillac SRX4AWD * 3rd Row Seats

$16,495

2008 Chevy HHR LS2.2 Ecotech * Stripe Pkg

$9,495

2004 Chevy SilveradoExt * 4x4 * Z71

$13,995

2006 Honda OdysseyEX * 3.5 V6

$13,995

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix GT23.8L * V6 * Leather

$13,495

2008 Chevy MalibuLS * 2.2L * 4 Cyl

$12,495

2002 Dodge Ram Quad Cab4x4 * Jasper Engine

$6,795

2004 Toyota Corolla S40 MPG HWY * Clean Interior

$5,995

2009 Chevy Traverse LSFWD * 3rd Row Seating * Rear Air & Heat

$14,995

2004 Hyundai Santa FeGLS Trim Pkg * 27 MPG$7,995

www.231yescars.com

19449 M46 Highway • Howard City • 1 Mile East of US131 off Exit 120

1-866-643-5021

Mecosta Health Services“Where caring comes from the heart.”

Peter VanDeMark, M.D.Internal Medicine

Accepting New Patients

705 Oak Street, Suite 11Big Rapids, MI 49307For an appointment call:(231) 796-4406

Dr. VanDeMark deals with the prevention,diagnosis and treatment of adult diseases.He is board certied in Internal Medicine.

Oce location next to the hospital in the Professional Building.

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MONDAY,JULY25,2011•RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 2170 Items

for SaleWHEEL HORSE 10HP, older riding lawntractor, runs, looks and works great.$600.15ftdeep V smoker-craft, aluminum fish-ing boat with 18 horse evenrude motorand trailer. $1600.231-856-7669

Winter Cleaning?

And now have

stuff to sell?Let our Classified Ads

help you out! CallTHE RIVER VALLEY NEWSSHOPPER

231-937-4740

Firewood

MIXEDHARDWOOD:

Cut approximately 16" long,

1-1/3 full cord. Delivered $120(989)352-7679

Furniture

GOING OUT OF Business Sale: Furni-ture Liquidations: Save to 50% chests $98,Futon sofa complete $225, Day Beds,starting at $129, Loves from $288, 4-piece bedroom $299, Mattresses or foun-dations, Twin size $68 each piece insets, Bunkbeds starting from $199. Fur-niture liquidators, 16 E. Main in Fremont,MI. 231-924-9727.

Mattress Sets

MATTRESS SETS:

GOING out of Business Sale! Mattress-es & Foundations: Twin $68, Full $78Queen $98 each piece, sold in sets. Fur-niture Liquidators, 231-924-9727, 16 E.Main, Fremont.

210 Boats andMarine Equipment

14FT JON BOAT with 8HP YamahaMotor, new trailer, boat cover, otheraccessories. $2,200. Call Lino Favero(231)972-7566.

230 RecreationalVehicles

FOR SALE REESE 16K 5TH WheelHitch, like new, $500. (989)388-7105.

240 ManufacturedHomes

18 MODELS ON DISPLAYREPOS starting $11,000

New MODULARS $58,000

(231)775-8102Little Valley Homes

2004 TROPHYPARK Model Trailer inexcellent condition. Located on HardyPond with a beautiful sandy beachand swimming area along with docks

for boat slipping. Will sleep six very com-fortably. Has a 20 x 10 three seasonroom. 20 x 16 and 10 x 10 decks.Large storage shed. Shower and tubwith standard flush toilet. Full sizeappliances and lots of cupboards.Large closets. Central air and heat.Most all of the furniture in the trailer willstay. Truly a turn key trailer.

Asking $44,900.00.Contact 616-481-6585 or 616-481-

6922.

RENT-TO-OWN: NICE REMODELED

2 & 3 Bedroom-2 Bath homes with allappliances, large lot in quiet park. Stoprenting and start owning. For details call616-364-7402.

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9292 Howard City-Edmore Road (M-46) • Lakeview 989-352-TIRE (8473)

Cooper • Nokian • Sigma • Firestone • Michelin • Bridgestone • BF GoodrichPlus So Much More!

• Semi Truck & Farm Tire Service

• FREE Tire Rotation on New Tires• FREE Lifetime Repair on a set

of 4 New Tires• Cooper Discoverer M&S & Weather Master Tires. Goodfor Cars & Plow Trucks

• Over 1500 Used Tires inGreat Shape

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Now Available: Service Truck for On or Off Road Service

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C HURCH D IRECTORY

Rev. Darryl Miller Phone: 616-636-5673

Worship Service 9:30 amChildren’s Church 9:30 am

~ FOR RENT ~Church Ed. Building with fully

equipped kitchen. Make reservationsnow for your parties, family reunions,showers, graduations, group meetings.

Call Crystal Gould at 616-636-5615$65.00 Rental, additional $25.00

refundable cleaning fee.• NO ALCOHOL •

SAND LAKEUNITED

METHODISTCHURCH

45 6th St. • Sand Lake

EmmanuelBaptistChurch

16028 Isabella St. • Coral

Morning Worship 10 am

Sunday School 11:15 am

Evening Service 6 pm

Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm

Pastor Bert Boes

231-354-6347

231-354-6311

Gospel Jamboree 3rd Sat. of the month.

A warm welcome awaits you at

BIG PRAIRIE

COMMUNITY CHURCH

1988 S. Elm, White Cloud(2 mi. N. of Hilltop Store - Hardy Dam)

Sunday Worship 9:30 amSunday School 10:45 am

Pastor Arnold Guikema Jr.

Ph. 231-689-0255

or 231-689-1850

304 Shaw St. • Howard City

Celebrating 135 Years of Ministry in Howard City

Sunday School .....................9:45 am

Morning Worship ...............11:00 am

Evening Worship .................6:00 pm

Wednesday 6:30 - 8:15 pm Awana (grades K-6th)

Teen Activity Center

Adults Bible Study & Prayer 6:30 pm

Pastor Brian Humphreys

Associate Pastor Paul Austin

Church Phone: 231-937-4809

www.howardcitybaptist.com

First BaptistChurch

HERITAGEUnited Methodist Church19931 W. Kendaville • Pierson

Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Sunday School 9:30 am*

Sunday Youth Activities 5:30 pm*

Wed.: Kids Club 6 pm*

*September to May

Brad Brillhart, Pastor Office Phone

231-937-4310

9920 Reed Rd., Howard City

Non Denominational Sunday Morning

Worship Service 10 am

Sunday Evening Service & Youth Group 6 pm

Mens & Womens Discipleshipgroups offered throughout the week.

For more info, call or visit our web site at:

www.grace-hc.orgEmail: [email protected]

Pastor Joel Cooper Pastor Jorge Ballivian

231-937-6440 or 937-6833

Corner of Cypress & 136th

www.ensleyumc.org

Rev. Darryl Miller Office: 616-636-5659

Sunday Worship 11 amSunday School 9:45 am

Open Hearts, Open Minds,Open Doors

South EnsleyUnited

MethodistChurch

You’re Invited To…

PiersonBible Church

101 Grand • Pierson, MISunday School – 9:45 am

Worship – 11:00 am

Evening – 6:00 pmTeens – 5:30 pm

Tuesday - Grief Share 9:00 am

Wed. Services – 6:00 pm

BLAST during school year – 6-7:15 pm

Ladies Bible Study – 1:00 pm

Ladies J.O.Y. meets 1st Thursday

of the month at 1:00 pm

Pastor Thomas Sluys

616-636-5542 www.piersonbiblechurch.org

CHURCH OF THE

FULL GOSPEL(Since 1946)

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M-37 South of Newaygo

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1051 E. Howard City Rd.

Edmore

989-427-5645110 Edgar St. • Lakeview

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description of some of them.

Don’t drop the ring

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My, how time has flown. Seems like only yesterday you were packing up for the big

move to your house. Now your children are all grown, some with children of their own,

and the house you have cherished for so long seems big and empty. The time has come

for you to downsize.

Downsizing typically involves moving to a smaller home, which creates a number of

positives. Depending upon how much you still owe on your current house, you may

make enough of a profit to put down a substantial down payment on a smaller houseor buy it outright. Either way, you will have more cash in your pocket for other things.

With less square footage, you will have lower utility bills and make fewer purchases,

allowing you to save even more money. You will also have less to care for, easing stress

and freeing up time.

With downsizing also come some negatives, of course. You may not have the room for

out-of-town guests, much less your possessions. Chances are everything in your home

right now will not fit in your new home. If you own a lot you’re partial to, getting rid

of some of it may not be easy. Ask your family and friends to help. They might even be

willing to take some items off your hands. Wouldn’t you rather see your daughter using

your mother’s china now than making her wait until after your death? The same goes

for your phonograph. It would look lovely in your friend’s parlor, and they’re even

willing to pay you what it’s worth.

When sorting through your possessions, start in the rooms you use the least to avoid

having to walk through an obstacle course for days on end. Move from large pieces to

small and color-code everything according to whether you want to keep it, give it to a

family member or friend, donate it to charity or sell it. With heirlooms you’re handing

down, write down any significant details or memories associated with them for future

owners. With heirlooms you’re selling, bring in an expert to assess them and recom-

mend the best method of sale.

Sifting through your possessions will take time. Don’t rush the process, or you could

end up making decisions you regret. Go through everything, old cards, letters, papers

and more, and keep what’s important to you. If you’re holding onto items for yourgrown kids, don’t. Let them know what you have and find out what they want you to

do with it. Do not take it to your new home. You need all of the space there for your

own things. Give your children a time frame to retrieve the items they want or donate

them to charity.

Paring down won’t be easy, but it can be done. Be firm in what you want to keep and

bequeath items only when ready. Don’t succumb to the pressure of friends and family.

It’s your memories, so do with them as you wish. Just don’t go overboard, or you’ll

end up feeling like a can of sardines in your new home. Remember, you’re downsizing

to free up time and money and reduce stress. The more stuff you have, the less likely

that is to happen.

Less Can Be MoreBy Tresa Erickson

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Love the lazy days of summer, but hate the heat? Tired of the air

conditioning running continuously? Why not install an attic fan and

give your air conditioning system a break on those cool nights?

Attic fans can make a great difference in the temperature of your

home. They pull the hot air out of your attic and the cool air in

through your windows, reducing the temperature of your home up

to 10 degrees and extending the life of your roof shingles.

Attic fans work best in regions with cooler mornings and evenings.

They are not advised for regions with heavy pollen and pollution, as

they will draw the irritants into the home. The fans are most effec-

tive in the early morning and late evening when temperatures have

dropped and may allow you to turn off the air conditioning during

those times and save a little on your utility bills.

Attic fans come in two general types: gable-mounted, which are se-cured to an outside attic wall, and floor-mounted, which are secured

to the att ic floor. Gable-mounted fans require professional installa-

tion, making them more costly, but are not nearly as noisy as floor-

mounted fans, which can be installed by most do-it-yourselfers.

Most attic fans are powered by electricity in one of two ways: direct-

drive or belt-driven. In the former, fan blades are attached directly

to the spinning shaft of the motor; in the latter, they’re turned by a

belt. Belt-driven fans cost more, but are quieter and more powerful,

durable and easily maintained than direct-drive ones.

Whatever the type of attic fan chosen, self-closing louvers must be

mounted along with it. These allow for the movement of air when

the fan is in use and keep attic dust out of the house when the fan

is not in use.

Should you decide you want an attic fan, you will have to select the

right one for your needs. The larger your home, the more powerful

fan you may need. You will also need the proper venting and may

have some electrical concerns as well. Do your homework, and if

needed, consult a professional. They should be able to advise you

on the proper fan and installation of it.

Cool Down For LessBy Tresa Erickson




TIMBERLANDEQUIPMENT

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REPAIR & SALESSpecializing in Chainsaw Sharpening & Repair

Authorized Dealer For:

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Furniture Liquidators OF FINE FURNITURE

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Energy Star Tax Credits on Roofs.

Call for details.

Your Home Never

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W a y - C o o l

WednesdaysDowntown Howard City

July 27th - August 10

PRIZES!Fun

For TheWholeFamily

We’re Diggin’ It In Howard City!!Prizes furnished by: Droski Insurance Agency, Kindel & Company, Howard City Auto Clinic,

Muse Dance Academy and Dr. Scott Wemmer, DDS, Latitudes, Pease Insurance Agency

August 10th TREASURE HUNTin the wilds of downtownPick up your 1st clue at Howard City Auto Clinic,

and then sleuth your way through downtownto win your “gold” treasure!

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July 18 - August 3and you could

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• Muse Dance Academy• Zellie’s Opry House

• Latitudes• Pizza Time

• Kindel & Company• Classic Treasures Resale• Howard City Auto Clinic• Dr. Scott W. Wemmer,

D.D.S.

STOP AT THESE BUSINESSES:For every $50 spent at

downtown businesses, you’llreceive a ticket for our

$250 GrandPrize Drawing!

SO SAVE THOSE SLIPS!

August 3rd5 - 7 PM LADIES NIGHT!

Into theRiver Valleyoffice to pick

up a hardhat!

End the evening atLatitudes for a FREE

glass of wine!Provided by

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Wear yourdecoratedhard hat todowntown

businesses forspecial deals& discounts!

Strut your stuff at our mini hard hat“fashion” show!

Gift certificates are awarded for the best hard hat!

Vote for your favorite coloring picturedisplayed at area downtown businesses!

Mon. - Wed. July 25th - 27th

Gift certificates will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place kid Picasso’s!

July 27th

FASHION SHOW6 PM AT LATITUDES




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2011 CHEVROLET AVEO LT

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2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX LT • Remote Start • Power Driver Seat • Rearview Camera• Pioneer 8 Speaker Sound S ystem with Amplifier

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CLEARANCE PRICED!

2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE

11T445$29,334*

WAS $32,439

NOW ONLY

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AVAILABLE

ONE

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TRUCK!

2011 SILVERADO 1500

11T411

$18,808*

REGULAR CAB

WAS $23,390

NOW ONLY

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AVAILABLE

2011 SILVERADO 1500

11T380

$23,523*

EXTENDED CAB

WAS $29,169

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2011 SILVERADO 2500

11T092

$25,665*

REGULAR CAB

WAS $30,010

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AVAILABLE

$45,840*

CREW CAB

WAS $52,325

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2011 SILVERADO 3500 DIESEL LT

11T455

0% A.P.R.

AVAILABLE

$47,226*

CREW CAB

WAS $53,805

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river valley news shopper, july 25, 2011

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