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The River Valley
Serving PortionS of MontcalM, MecoSta, newaygo and Kent countieS
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
nObituaries
nMud Bowl Mania
nCommunity News
nStage Door Theater
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Thanks to the generous contributions
from local and area merchants, organizations
and individual patrons the Lakeview Cham-
ber of Commerce recently announced the
new expanded schedule for their 2012 Music
in the Park Concert Series. This Wednesday-
night, summer tradition in Lakeview is now
celebrating its 18th year of great lawn chair
music with a line up of 10 concerts featuring
local, regional and national touring musi-
cians.
The series will be held at 7 p.m. at Lakev-
iews Lakeside Park, just off main street and
on the shores of Tamarack Lake. Admission
is free. In the event of rain, the concert will be
moved to the Tamarack Room of the Lakeview
Library or the Lakeview Community Church
depending on the size of the act. Bring a lawn
chair and be prepared to be entertained.
Lakeview chamber expands concert series
SCHEDULE:
June 20 FREE FLIGHT (Vintage Rock)
June 27 JAZZ IS RESTLESS (1920s Jazz
and Blues)
July 11 THE GRAVEL RIDGE BAND (Lo-
cal Bluegrass Favorites)
July 18 THE RFD BOYS (Bluegrass)
July 25 THE RIVER ROGUES (Dixieland
Jazz)
Aug. 1 MULEBONE (Memphis Blues/
Jazz)
Aug. 8 WILL PEARSALL (Contemporary
Blues Guitar)
Aug. 15 THE GEORGE COLE TRIO
(Acoustic Jazz)
Aug. 22 SISTER WILENE (Country/
Swing)
Aug. 29 BO WHITE AND THE BLUEZERS
(Chicago Blues/Rock)
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Way back when

Do You
Recall?
Compiled by Virginia Tully

1952 The Bert Stouts of Morley
celebrated their 60th anniversary
at their sons cottage on Long Lake
near Belding in Ionia county.
The Dale Grifns of Stanwood
have returned home after 2 weeks
of vacation in Canada.
1962 The Ledger Food Center
in Howard City is closing as
owner Les Ledger has accepted
a position in a supermarket in
Grand Rapids.
Larry Smith of Lakeview has
captured the $10 prize for under
14 shermen by pulling in a
5-1/2 lb. 30-1/2 pike in a shing
contest sponsored by Lakeview
Sports and Marine.
1977 Local Lakeview State
Trooper David Hubbard has been
promoted to Det III Sergeant and
is presently located in Lansing.
Jim Wood, teach at Lakeview,
was recently honored by the MEA
for his efforts in the local Red
Cross Blood Drive.
1997 Once again the Old Fence
Rider Museum in Six Lakes will
open at months end with owner
Carmen Drain providing a wealth
of Michigan history.
Kent Lincoln has returned
from Kalamazoo to join his father
Dallas and brother Todd in the
insurance business at the local
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OBITUARIES
Knute O. Shine Cotten Jr.
Knute O. Shine Cotten, Jr., 85, of Sand Lake,
died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at home.
Knute was born Sept. 13, 1926, in Heth, Ark.,
the son of Knute and Lottie (Wait) Cotten, Sr. He
worked for Shaw Crane Industries (Dresser Indus-
tries) for 37 years. He enjoyed coin collecting and
gardening. His true passion was fnding dilapidat-
ed tractors and bringing them to life and visiting
with neighbors and friends. He and his wife were
proud to be Ensley residents for 54 years and had
lived in Florida for the past 12 years.
Surviving are his children, Dennis (Jayne)
Cotten of Grand Rapids and Debra (John) Castle
of St. Cloud, Fla., Kathy (Dan) Butler of Sand
Lake; grandchildren, Shannon Henderson, Jessi-
ca Jansen, Kara McCarty, Sheryl Detrick, Melissa
Thompson, Denny Cotten and Kim Thompson;
great-grandchildren, Devin and Taylor McCarty,
Kennedy, James and John Henderson, Kaley, Al-
lison and Alexis Jansen, Joshua, Noah and Lauren
Detrick and Brenna, Savanah and Juliann Thomp-
son; brothers, Harry (Carla) Cotten and Bill Cot-
ten; sisters, Charlotte Ann (Tommy) Pearson,
Betty Burns and Dorothy McClain; many nieces
and nephews including a special niece, Barb Cot-
ten. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie;
son, Ollie; grandson, Kyle Boss; brothers, Charles,
Elmer and Floyd Cotten; and sisters, Helen An-
derson and Ruth Peterson.
The family received friends at the Bliss-Wit-
ters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs where
services were held with Pastor James Uhe offciat-
ing. Interment North Ensley Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice,
Fremont.
Velma J. Behnke
Velma J. Behnke, 85, of Howard City, passed
away at her residence on May 19, 2012.
She was born May 24, 1926, in Big Rapids,
the daughter of Ray and Rose (Lutjens) Endlein.
During her working years she worked as an LPN
for many years, as well as helping her husband on
the farm. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran
Church.
Surviving are her children, Nancy (Larry)
Hosington of Howard City, Barbara (Tim) Alles
of Howard City, Bruce (Bonnie) Behnke of Ce-
dar Springs and Gary (Joann) Behnke of Cedar
Springs; nine grandchildren and six great-grand-
children; one brother, Donald Dunkelberg; one
sister, Beatrice VanVorhees; and many nieces and
nephews
She was preceded in death by her parents, and
her husband, Frank in 1995.
Memorial services took place at Bethel Lu-
theran church with pastor Steve Frentz offciat-
ing. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heck-
man Funeral Home.
Scott A. Germain
HOWARD CITY Scott A. Germain, 42, of
Howard City, passed away on May 21, 2012, at
Spectrum Health-Kelsey Campus.
He was born on May 4, 1970, in Allegan, the
son of Albert and Linda (Mabus) Germain. Dur-
ing his working years, he worked as a truck driver.
He enjoyed being outdoors and assisting at the
greenhouse. He enjoyed gambling, but most of all
he loved being with his family and friends.
In 2008, he married Michelle Roush, who sur-
vives. Also surviving are his son, Lance, of Allegan;
two step sons, Dakota and Brenden Armstrong, of
Howard City; one sister, Kelly Ann Germain, of
Otsego; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He
was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services took place at 1 p.m. on Sat-
urday, May 26, 2012, at the Heckman Funeral
Home with the Rev. Brad Brillhart offciating and
burial in the Coral Cemetery.
FREMONT The date for the
2012 Mud Bowl Mania, mud volley-
ball tournament has been officially
announced Saturday, July 14 and
registration is now open.
Mud Bowl Mania is a mud vol-
leyball tournament, and is about
the easiest and most fun way to get
involved in helping those less for-
tunate in your community. All pro-
ceeds from Mud Bowl Mania will
help TrueNorth Community Services
prevent hunger and homelessness,
and provide meaningful mentoring
opportunities for youth in Newaygo
County.
Organizers expect up to 75 teams
to compete in the tournament this
year. There are only two divisions of
play; one 18-and-under, and one 18-
and-older adult open. Tournament
divisions will be played on very mud-
dy, beach-size courts. Teams may
consist of at least four, or up to eight
players, with up to six on the court
at a time. As this is a co-ed tourna-
ment, at least two of the players on
the court at all times must be of the
opposite sex. All players will receive
a Mud Bowl Mania T-shirt, and med-
als will be awarded to the top teams
in each division.
In addition to the main event,
there will be a community breakfast
in the morning before the tourna-
ment and a benefit drawing with a
number of great prizes including a
deluxe Weber gas grill, a processed
pig, a 10 Water Crest Kayak with two
guided river trips, and a $500 Wesco
gas card provided by Deur Dairy and
Landheer Insurance. Spankys pizza
and world famous breadsticks, along
with other affordable food and bev-
erage items will be available on site,
all day as well.
There is a flat-rate registration
price this year of $150 per team, and
ALL registrations must be received
(e-mailed or postmarked) by July 6,
2012. For more information includ-
ing registration forms visit www.
mudbowlmania.com
On Saturday the 23rd, the
frst event is a free pancake
breakfast at Cowden Lake Bible
Academy at 8 a.m. The parade
will start at 11 a.m. with the line-
up beginning at 9:30 a.m. (no
pre-registration required). Then
a barbecued chicken dinner will
be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
($6 adults, $4 kids, and special
price for families). Chari Miles
and her group will perform old-
time gospel and patriotic music
to entertain the diners. She is a
local gal with quite a following.
There will be 3-on-3 basket-
ball at the CLBA gym, a bucket
brigade relay, horseshoes, and a
soapbox derby as competitions
during the afternoon. Through-
out the afternoon, 150 years of
memorabilia will be on display;
crafters will have booths in the
park; and an antique village and
engine display will be open 1 to
5 p.m. There also will be town-
wide yard sales.
Arrangements have been
made for some special en-
tertainment. Joyce Leonard,
Michigans Yodeling Sweet-
heart, and Tumbleweed Phil
will be appearing from 2 to 5
p.m. at Coral Park. Joyce and
Phil bring you the best in tra-
ditional country, western, and
gospel music. Joyce is an award
winning yodeler and has many
fans all over Michigan. Gordon
the Magician will provide fun
family entertainment at 1 p.m.
and again at 4 p.m. at the Fire-
house. A great success with chil-
dren and adults, he does magic
and puppets. Then, from 7 to 9
p.m., West Michigans Premier
Country Band, Stolen Horses,
will perform original, current,
and traditional country music
live at Coral Park. They are a
very popular group and, with
their energy, connect well with
the crowd.
Bring lawn chairs for these
events so you will be comfort-
able during the performances.
The schedule and events are
subject to change without no-
tice. Come one, come all for a
great day of fun and history.
Coral Days 150th Anniversary Celebration
MUDBOWL MANIA 2012
MESSY FUN: One of the Mud Bowl Mania teams (The Arnold Palmers) at the end of the tournament last
year.
Registration under way for Mud Bowl Mania
Gas card winners
Anderson Inursance Angency recently drew the
winners of two $50 gas card give-away, which it spon-
sored at the 2012 Business Expo.
The frst winner was John Chadwick, and the sec-
ond winner was Amy Platt.
Anderson Insurance would like to thank everyone
who stopped by its booth.
Newaygo Band participates
in MSBOA State Festival
On the afternoon of Friday, May 4, the Newaygo High
School Symphonic Band traveled to Big Rapids to participate
in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association State
Festival. Under the direction of Daniel Barnett, Newaygo per-
formed Second Suite in F for Military Band by Holst, Move-
ment I and Movement II (Class AA music) and Deerpath
Dances by Holsinger.
The MSBOA State Festival is an opportunity for ensembles
from member schools to perform a program of three pieces for
adjudication, one of which must be from MSBOAs required
list. Each group is evaluated by three performance judges and
one sight-reading judge. Ensembles are rated on a scale from 1
to 5 with 1 being the highest rating possible. The overall score
is computed using a formula which combines the ratings of
each judge. At the State level, ensembles are held to a higher
level of musicianship in both the performance and sight-read-
ing rooms. Only bands that displayed exemplary skills at the
district level are able to participate at the state level.
The Newaygo High School Symphonic Band left Big Rap-
ids earning a Division 1 (Superior) rating from each perfor-
mance judge and the sight-reading judge. Their overall score
was an outstanding 1. Congratulations Newaygo High School
band members on this excellent performances.
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After many months of planning by the
Tri County 2012 Senior All-Nighter Par-
ent Committee, the TC Senior All Night
Celebration, an alcohol and drug free
event, was held on May 17, immediately
after Tri County 2012 Senior class night.
The event was well attended, by about 75
percent of TCs class of 2012. The parents
held many kinds of fundraisers, gath-
ered donations from the community, and
planned all of the details for the venue
and entertainment for the evening, which
was all kept a secret, to add more excite-
ment and anticipation for the seniors who
could attend.
The evening began with two busloads
of TC seniors leaving TCHS for their
surprise destination. The students were
excited, singing songs like the wheels
on the bus go round and round on their
way to their destination. After a little
more than one hour, and a short delay at
Evart McDonalds, they arrived at their
fnal destination. The parents had chosen
Spring Hill camp in Evart for their special
celebration Carnival evening.
After a brief welcome, the students
started their celebration with a variety of
food. They all were able to feast on a sub
sandwich and taco bar, while they sur-
veyed the area and the schedule for the
evening. Then, the students split their
time for 2-3 hours participating in several
activities that were unique to Spring Hill.
They went down a Zipline, swam in a pool
with a special waterslide, climbed a Rock
Wall, went on a special Johnny Jump and
other climbing apparatuses. The students
also received beach towels and tee shirts
to wear, and have all of their friends sign,
as the evening fun continued.
Meanwhile, the carnival games began,
where students would earn tickets by
participating, to use to put in containers
numbered for 20 different prizes. These
prizes had been chosen by the parent
committee, because they were items that
young adults would appreciate, simply
for fun, or as they go off to college, or go
to work and fnd their own place to live.
These prizes ranged from gift certifcates,
to electronics, from luggage to cameras.
The students enjoyed the balloon-dart
game, football throw, stand the bottle, a
large blow up relay maze, mega-twister,
candid fun photos and caricature artists,
to name a few of the activities. Then, af-
ter midnight, a DJ was there for several
hours of music and dancing fun, as the
students were able to enjoy an ice cream
bar, along with other treats. The celebra-
tion ended with two of the best events
of the evening. A hypnotist entertained
the crowd with some magic and by hyp-
notizing 14 students, with entertaining
funny imaginary situations that every-
one could really appreciate. Everyone
was wide-awake and were amazed by
how their fellow classmates acted; it was
very funny. Finally, the evening ended
with the awarding of the 20 large prizes,
along with a bag of special gifts for every
senior who attended. These gifts included
a drawstring backpack, some gift cards, a
fash drive, a portable cooler tote and fold-
able laundry hamper. The students were
pleasantly surprised to be honored with
all of these gifts by the parents and com-
munity. Since the TC Senior All-nighter
has ended, we have received many thank
you emails and Facebook messages from
students and parents alike. Thank you
for special night to remember was said
by several students, and is an indication
that the evening was a huge success.
Now that the event is over, due to
the parents planning and the generos-
ity of the community, there are still some
funds remaining after all of the bills have
been paid. Therefore, the committee has
decided to donate approximately $300
to the TC Senior Class charity Devos
Childrens Hospital, as well as to the class
itself, to use for its 5-year class reunion.
Finally, the TC 2012 Senior All Night par-
ent committee would really like to thank
all the parents, businesses, Tri County
staff and the Montcalm County Drug Free
Collaborative, for all of your donations of
funds, gifts, time or simply sharing your
ideas, which helped us make this evening
a success. We know that our TC Class
of 2012 was special, and everyone who
helped us reach our goal is proof of what
a wonderful community we have.
Submitted by: Linda Bradley, Tri
County 2012 Senior All-nighter Parent
Committee President.
Tri County 2012 Senior Class alcohol-free celebration a success
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COMMUNITY NEWS
2012 Michigan Notable Author
comes to Howard City
Scott Sparling, author of Wire to Wire, will be speaking
at the Timothy C Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library,
Howard City at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 7. This program is
open to the public and free of charge. Sparlings novel was
recently named a 2012 Michigan Notable Book.
Wire to Wire is Sparlings frst novel. It is a tale of
friendship and loss, and creates a portrait of Northern Mich-
igan in the 1970s. While riding atop a freight car through De-
troit, Michael Slater is nearly killed when his head touches a
power line. After recovering, he hopes to spend his life qui-
etly in the desert; but when he nearly kills a man he returns
to Michigan, seeking out his old train-hopping pal, only to
fnd that his problems follow.
Sparling grew up in the Jackson area and graduated from
Antioch College in Ohio. He now lives outside Portland, Ore-
gon, with his wife and son. In the 1970s and early 80s, Spar-
ling rode freight trains across the United States and Canada.
Parts of Wire to Wire grew out of those travels. Sparling
also runs Segerfle.com, a popular website about the music
of Bob Seger.
Publishers Weekly praised Sparlings debut as well
crafted and thrilling, tying together an obvious love for both
Michigan and railroads with an expert sense of timing and
plot.
Copies of Wire to Wire will available for purchase and
autographing following his presentation. Refreshments also
will be served.
Porter named to honor society
Wyoming Eric Porter of How-
ard City was inducted into the National
Technical Honor Society (NTHS) at ITT
Technical Institute on May 4. Induct-
ees are recognized for their scholastic
achievement, attendance, and work
ethic.
NTHS is committed to various com-
munity service projects including men-
toring fellow students, helping veterans
through the DA Blodgett Program in ad-
dition to ongoing food and clothing drives.
Porter is working on his associates of applied sciences de-
gree in information technology computer network systems.
Independent Bank announces
Grand Giveaway winners
IONIA Independent Bank is proud to announce the
winners of its Grand Giveaway Sweepstakes for the month
of May:
n Edith T. from Alpena
n Timothy C. from CMU
n Michael K. from Leslie
n William K. from Oscoda
n James R. from Oscoda
For the remainder of 2012, Independent Bank will be
giving away fve $1,000 prizes each month. Every time cus-
tomers swipe their debit card they are entered to win. Simply
by using their debit card for everyday purchases like a cup of
coffee, gas or groceries, they have a chance at adding $1,000
to their bank account.
The Sweepstakes are a fun way for Independent Bank to
thank its customers for using their debit cards. Each month
any one of our debit card customers could win. It could be a
college student or a local business person its completely
random. Plus, the prize of $1,000 can make a big impact on
someones budget. We are excited about the contest because
its a great way for us to re-invest in our communities and
pay it forward to our customers, said Independent Banks
Marketing Director Tricia Raquepaw.
To ask us about our $1,000 Grand Giveaway ($1,000
Debit Card and Point of Sale Monthly Cash Giveaway Sweep-
stakes), stop by your local offce, call (800) 355-0641 or visit
IndependentBank.com to learn more.
Dancing Plus Annual Revue
Dancing Plus students from Cedar Springs and sur-
rounding areas will be presenting their annual revue entitled
Born To Dance. They have been practicing and perfecting
their tap, ballet, jazz, gymnastics, fag and hip hop routines
since last September in anticipation of this special event.
The production will take place in full costume at 1 p.m. on
Saturday, June 2 at the Cedar Springs High School Audito-
rium. All seats are reserved. Tickets are only $11. They are
available at Dancing Plus and at the door.
PORTER
Check on older family
members, friends
TO THE EDITOR:
Today my elderly aunt lost her home in a
house fre. This could have been prevented
through simply cleaning the dryer vent duct-
work.
She had had health issues for a number of
years and was living there off and on by herself.
As such, this isnt something you think about
cleaning.
She was extremely lucky to have a working
smoke alarm and a second exit in her home
had recently been cleared for a possible emer-
gency.
Im writing this in the hopes that other
people out there who have elderly family liv-
ing alone will stop in and check on them. Make
sure their smoke alarms are working, check the
exits to be sure that they can get out in case of
an emergency and clean the lint of the duct-
work for the dryer. There are other things that
should also be checked and a quick visit to your
local fre department could be life saving.
The years of memories lost in a fre cant be
replaced and neither can a life.
NaNcy a. clOusE
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The Stage Door Players are proud to
host a convention of romance writers
and their fans. Five authors have been
nominated for the Loveknot Award
for the Best Romance of the Year. The
nominated authors are:
Hattie Glick (Denise Gray of White
Cloud), Priscilla and Veronica Em-
berly ( Mary Unger of Howard City),
Chet Farquirk (David Schmuker of Bel-
mont), Edith Crumpowski ( Peggy Snell
of Rockford) and Lady Dorothy Knolls
( Tammy Reagan of Howard City).
Benton Fish (Ken Busch), the editor of
Heartthrob Books is the Master of Cer-
emonies.
My Fatal Valentine begins almost
immediately in this audience par-
ticipation murder/mystery by Eileen
Moushey. Contributing to the may-
hem are Maynard Glick (Ken Koning
of Newaygo), Mitzi Mooney (Millianne
Lewis of Pierson), Martha Crumpow-
ski (Dorothy Galicki of Howard City).
Providing security for the evening is
Jane Forthright (Shelly VandePanne of
Howard City) the no nonsense Head of
Security for Heartthrob Books.
The play will be performed at the
Edgar Farms on M-46 at Gravel Ridge
Road. Maude Petry (Shirley Corner of
Newaygo ) has the festivities planed for
7 p.m. on June 1 and 2. She has a won-
derful dinner and local talent planned
for the evening. Reservations are a
must. Please purchase your tickets for
$25 at Firstbank or Uptown Hair De-
sign in Lakeview. In Howard City tick-
ets are available at Firstbank and Kindle
& Company. For more information call
Stage Door Theater at (231) 689-5437.
Photography
contest
Firstbank recently held its
annual photography contest.
This years contest was fash-
ioned to beneft the Panhandle
Area Chamber of Commerce
and its logo depicting Lakes,
Farms, Trails, and Forests. Any-
one could submit a photo in
each category. The only require-
ment was the photos had to be
taken in the four township Pan-
handle Area. There were over
60 photos submitted and were
voted on by the general public.
We would like to congratulate
the winners in each category.
Forests Mollie Vanderbos,
Lakes Angela McCane, Trails
Scott Randle, Farms An-
gela McCane. We look forward
to next years contest.
Stage Door Players to
present a dinner/theater
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You dont need a will. Well, probably, you dont
need a will.
Its a common misconception that if you dont have
a will or a trust or any other estate plan, your stuff
will go to the state of Michigan when you die. It
will not. Nothing could be farther from the truth.
Well, probably nothing.
When you die with no will, Michigans default
statute rules. That statute has been on the books for
many years. It was drafted by the Legislature with
the help of estate planners and trust lawyers, with
input from representatives of several communities
and associations with the interests of our more elder
citizens in mind. So probably the default statute will
take care of distributing your stuff through probate
if you die without a will.
But the problem is that it might not. No default leg-
islation can perfectly predict every family structure
and the wishes of family members who die without
a will. For example, with no will your estate passes
to your spouse. However if you dont have a spouse,
it passes in equal shares to your children, which
would include children born during your marriage,
and children adopted by you. But if youre a man
who fathered a child while you were not married to
the mother, without a will that child might end up in
a ght with her siblings over your estate.
If youd had a child with your wife before you got
married but your name didnt make it to the childs
birth certicate and you and your wife die in the
same accident, then your parents can try to step in to
take your stuff if you die without a will. Your child
might have to ght for what youd hope shed in-
herit. Probably that will lead to a probate lawsuit.
If you had children from your rst marriage, and
your wife had had children from her rst marriage,
then you two had a child together (more and more a
common scenario), and then your wife died? Prob-
ably you wont like it that you dont get all of her
stuff because she died without a will. Youll get so
much off the top, but youll have to share the rest
with her 2 children and your child together.
When Aunt Clarice, who never married or had chil-
dren, dies without a will at age 88, perhaps you ex-
pect to receive the larger share of her estate. Her
house is worth $85,000. She has a chunk of change
in CDs. You and your spouse have taken care of her
the last 8 years. Perhaps you even retired early to
take care of Aunt Clarice. She promised you shed
remember you in her will. So youre expecting what
you think is a fair chunk. But imagine your surprise
when you learn that Aunt Clarice didnt remember
to make out a will. You wont be happy that her es-
tate will be split by default statute rather unequally
among you, your three siblings, Aunt Clarices three
living siblings, and Aunt Clarices three deceased
siblings 8 children. Bottom line? You could receive
only 1/15th of her estate, perhaps just $10,000 for
all your years of sacrice for her, instead of what
she had promised you. Probably youll end up in a
probate lawsuit ghting all your relatives.
From the moment you have a dependent a spouse,
child, grandchild, or other who depends on you
you owe it to your family to set down your wish for
how to divide your property and debts when you
die. Save them the anger and frustration of hav-
ing to take the shares that the default law will give
them. Save them from probate, and law suits and
family discord that never goes away.
If nothing else, the Michigan legislature has passed
a law that helps people prepare their own wills. Go
to www.michigan.gov and search for the statutory
will. Fill it out. Take it to the bank and sign it before
a notary.
Put your will in your will and end up a winner.
Because if you have no children or descendants or
heirs and no will, then and only then, your estate
will in fact go to the state - probably.
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Jeanne Jerow practices Estate and Trust Planning (Certicate),
Adoptions, Probate, Business Law, Property law, extensively in
Divorce & Custody, Auto Accidents, Bankruptcy. Remember,
because you read it here, its not your personal legal advice.
Dont depend on it.
No Will Will Win
By Jeanne L. Jerow, Attorney, Counselor, Mediator Howard City
On behalf of
the Hayden family
we would like to thank all of you for the
wonderful outpouring of support. You have
been placed in our lives at a time we need
you most. Many have asked what they can
do to help. Several have started to organize
fundraisers to help with the cost of being
away from home, surgeries, and treatment of
the cancer. Words cant express our gratitude.
For those who have asked about helping with fundraisers, we would
like to have you call one of the numbers below to assist or nd out
more details. Flyers will be posted around Pierson, Sand Lake, and
Howard City as the dates are closer. The following are dates we have
organized or are in the process of organizing: Bow Shoot: sponsored
by the Rustic and Larry Rhoades, June 9th, a baseball tournament is
being organized, and a family day is being organized both for some
time in June/July. Again please call if you wish to assist in any way.
There will be jars in local businesses for donations as well. There is a
fund set up at Independent Bank if you would like to donate.
Numbers to contact: Judy Amacher 231-250-4144
and Susan Amacher 231-937-7126
With Grateful Hearts,
The Hayden Family
9
CROTON TOWNSHIP
BOARD MEETING
April 9, 2012
Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance led by Supervisor Jean Howarth
Members Present: Morgan Heinzman, Debbra Wright, Christine Hadley, and Jean Howarth. Chris Ortwein is absent.
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve the bills presented by the clerk, treasurer s report and minutes. All in
Favor, motion passed.
No Petitions or Correspondence at this time
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Maintenance Docks are almost done at the Campground, pipes have been xed and water samples are in. #1 well
needs upgrades.
Fire Dept. 19 re calls last month. Everything has been pretty quiet for the most part. Bids are being sought for park-
ing lot re-seal.
No public comment on agenda items
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve Resolution 2012-07 General Appropriations Act. Roll call vote. Ayes:
Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein.
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve Resolution 2012-08 Supervisory Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hein-
zman, Wright, and Hadley. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Howarth.
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd J. Howarth to approve the Resolution 2012-09 Treasurers Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hei-
nzman, Howarth, and Wright. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Hadley.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve the Resolution 2012-10 Clerks Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hadley,
Heinzman, and Howarth Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein, and Wright.
Motion D. Wright, 2nd C. Hadley to approve the Resolution 2012-11 Trustee Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Wright, Had-
ley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Heinzman.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to table Resolution 2012-12 Campground Rules till the next meeting. All in favor,
motion passed.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve up to $1700.00 for the Planning Commission Survey Project. Roll call
vote. Ayes: Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd by J. Howarth to table the Resolution for the library till next meeting.
All in favor, motion passed.
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd D. Wright to approve the bid for Andersons Well Drilling in the amount of $1990.75 for
the campground well. Roll call vote. Ayes: Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain:
Ortwein.
Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to table the Transfer Station backhoe repair till next meeting. All in favor, motion
passed.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd J. Howarth to approve D and B Brining for the 2012 Season. All in favor, motion passed.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve the Campground budget for 2012-13 scal year. Roll call vote. Ayes:
Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein.
Public Commented at this time.
Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to adjourn the meeting. All in favor, motion passed.
Meeting to Adjourn at 7:45 p.m.
Respectfully,
Submitted by
Debbra Wright
Croton Township Clerk
Recorded by,
Traca Bartholomew
Croton Township Recording Secretary
REYNOLDS TOWNSHIP
Regular Meeting of the Board
215 E. Edgerton St., P.O. Box 69, Howard City, MI
Meeting Date: May 10, 2012
Called to order: 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance given.
Members present: Supervisor Keith Grannis, Clerk Tina Porzondek, Trea-
surer Roger Stedman, Trustee Lee Olsen, Trustee Ann Yanke
Action Items:
Motion to approve consent agenda containing previous minutes, special
meeting minutes, treasurers report, zoning report, re report and police
report by Porzondek, second by Olsen. 5 ayes, approved. Reports posted
in the township hall.
Discussion Items:
Clerk Porzondek gave an update from Consumers Energy. The streetlight
at Timerland Dr. and Blackhawk Tr. will be installed this summer. Installation
will be complete prior to the start of the school year.
Treasurer Stedman reported that Reynolds Township Clean-Up Day is June
2, 2012 from 8 a.m.-noon at the Pierson Landll. Residents do not need to
get a pass prior to Clean-Up day. Residents will be required to show proof
of residency and/or proof of land ownership at the landll.
Trustee Yanke and Clerk Porzondek attended the Michigan Township Asso-
ciations workshop that addressed the top ten legal issues for townships.
Supervisor Grannis attended the Montcalm Alliance meeting and provided
information about grants available to assist with browneld clean-up.
Supervisor Grannis reported that the executive committee was provided
with the Village-Township Joint Master Plan draft.
Supervisor Grannis brought the board up to date on the Daggett Rd. guard-
rail project. Partial road closures on Daggett Rd. expected in late July. The
increased truck trafc on Almy Rd. due to construction on US 131 will be
addressed by the Montcalm County Road Commission.
Clerk Porzondek provided information about the Military and Overseas
Voter Empowerment Act (MOVE).
Treasurer Stedman commented that the tax and assessment software will
need to be updated to reect P.A.115 of 2012 changes to primary residence
exemption dates.
The Reynolds Township board wishes to thank Dennis Stewart, Command-
er of the Howard City VFW Post for his donation of a ag and agpole.
Public Comment: None
Adjourned: 7:26 p.m.
Next Meeting: June 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. 215 E. Edgerton St. Howard
City
For more information call the township ofce at 231-937-6739 or check our
website www.montcalm.org/reynolds.twp
Meeting in Brief:
Maple Valley Township Board Regular Meeting
May 14, 2012
Board Present: Kain, Sanders, Miller, Betten, Petersen
Board Absent: None
Action Items:
Regular Minutes of April 9, 2012 were read and approved with correction.
MOTION Betten 2nd Petersen to accept the treasurers report as read. Mo-
tion Passed.
MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to have Hanshues Custom Siding do the roof
at Trufant Fire Barn for $6,044.22 and Coral Fire Barn for $1,500 total
$7544.22. Motion Passed.
MOTION Sanders 2nd Miller to have Abe Hatt Construction do cemetery
roof in Coral for $1733.71 and Trufant cemetery roof for $1200 with a total of
$2933.71. Motion Passed
MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to pay Lakeview Band $100 for Memorial Day
service. Motion Passed.
MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to pay a Pastor $50 for Memorial Day service.
Motion Passed
MOTION Petersen 2nd Miller to pay John Kain up to $68 for ice cream for
band. Motion Passed.
MOTION Petersen 2nd Kain to give a $500 donation to the Coral Day 150
year celebration committee. Motion Passed.
MOT ION Petersen 2nd Kain to pay bills as presented Ck # 4742 through Ck
# 4786 in the amount of $17,467.65 also electronic transfer of $647.26 for a
total of $18,114.91. Motion Passed.
MOTION Petersen 2nd Kain to have Dan Lake work with John Schwandt on
maintenance at the Trufant Complex. Motion Passed.
Items of Interest
Discussed Special Use Public Hearing, parking, gravel roads, weeds and
DEQ and the annual meeting date.
Election August 7, 2012 Fire and Road Millage on ballot. Please consider
both.
Next Regular Meeting:
June 11, 2012 at 7 pm in the Coral Community Center.
Complex Meeting 7 pm last Sunday at Maple Valley Complex
Full Minutes: Clerk Shirley Sanders at 231-354 -6774 or 354-6496
WINFIELD TOWNSHIP CLEAN-UP DAY
RESIDENTS ONLY
Proof of residency required: Drivers license,
voter registration or property tax statement.
JUNE 2, 2012 8 am to Noon
At Larsen-Keeler Park
NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACCEPTED
NO PAINT, NO OIL, NO YARD WASTE,
NO TIRES, NO MATTRESS OR BOX SPRINGS
CAN TAKE BATTERIES
Questions call Dan Kanouse 616-446-2017 or
Phyllis Larson 231-762-4342
PIERSON TOWNSHIP CLEAN-UP DAY
WHEN: SATURDAY, June 2nd, 2012
8:00 AM 12:00 NOON
WHERE: CENTRAL SANITARY LANDFILL
21545 CANNONSVILLE ROAD
(ACROSS FROM THE TOWNSHIP HALL)
AMOUNT: ONE PICK-UP TRUCK OR SMALL TRAILER
Entry Ticket: Proof of Residency or Property Ownership
UNACCEPTABLE MATERIALS
Household Hazardous Waste; Oil Base Paint; Paint Thinners and
Cleaners; Bleaches; Ammonia, Pesticides, Insecticides; Most Liquid
Waste; Used Motor Oil; Batteries; All Yard Waste.
ACCEPTABLE MATERIALS
Appliances with Freon removed, must have EPA sticker and a
signed Evacuation Form.
NO TIRES UNLESS CUT IN HALF
( in any direction)
TCAS ACCEPTING BIDS USED VAN
Tri County Area Schools is accepting bids on One (1) 1995 Ford
Windstar 7 Passenger Van. Van is being sold As Is, and is avail-
able to be viewed at TCAS Transportation Dept., 424 Emory Street,
Howard City, MI, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:00
am 5:00 p.m. Sealed bids must be clearly marked Van Bid and
must be received by Monday, June 4, 2012 by 1:00 p.m., at the
TCAS Transportation Dept., 424 Emory Street, Howard City, MI
49329. Bid opening will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June
4, 2012.
Vehicle must be removed at owners expense no later than 5:00
p.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012. If you have questions regarding this
van please contact TCAS Transportation Director, Linda Dixon at
(231) 937-4386 or stop in and ask for Linda or Jim.
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Area Happenings run free of charge for non-prot groups.
Mail: The River Valley News Shopper, 491 W. Shaw, Howard City, MI 49329 Fax: 231-937-4048
Email: rvshopper@pioneergroup.com DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 12 NOON
Help is Available:
New Open Meeting: 11 Step Spiritual Group (we use the Life Recovery
Bible) Mondays 6pm at Resurrection Church in Newaygo. 2nd entrance,
conference room. Call Val or Fred S. 231-937-8049.
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,
as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more
information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Monday
through Friday.
Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground
service for 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 rst Tuesday of each
month (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at
Carson City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.
Newaygo Countys newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you have
been recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet with
others to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every month
from 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, Miracle
Drop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues or
fees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people cope
with 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 5:30-6:10pm
on Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. Sparta
Methodist 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
in 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. Lakeview,
New Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays,
meeting 6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. Lakeview, New Life United Methodist
Church. Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East
M-46. Sand Lake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on
Tuesdays, meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. Howard City, Howard
City VFW Hall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:15-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. First
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.
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 Womens-Open, 7:00pm Mens-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&12
12 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 Newell
Street, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.
Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when youre not hungry? Binge
for no apparent reason? No DuesWe are a fellowship. FREMONT: First
Congregational 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 Wilcox
Street, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are living
with physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. Serving
Mecosta, 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.
CEDAR SPRINGS: East Nelson United Methodist Church. 9024 18 Mile Rd.
between Tisdel & Keller Ave. Saturdays at 10am. Open meeting, AA - Alanon.
Non Smoking. Call Sandy M. 616-696-3205.
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)
SAND LAKE: Sand Lake Alcoholics Anonymous/NA: (AA/NA Closed
Meeting - Women Only). Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Bldg next to
the church), corner of Maple Street and Sixth Street, Tuesday at 7:00pm. (front
door entrance). Sand Lake, open meeting, Mondays 7pm at St. Marys Catholic
Church, Sand Lake.
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 7:30
Speaker - 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 - C
Newaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracys Custom
River Boats, 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
(Men only), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only all types of recovery
welcome); Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3
rd
Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck
dinner 6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, with game night following); Sun. 1:00pm,
7:30pm (O).
WHITE CLOUD: Mental Health Bldg. - Basement, 1049 Newell - 689-1779-
Non-Smoking, Mon. & Wed. 8pm - C
SELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL PROBLEMS:
Is your ability to function and live a normal life impaired because you have an
emotional or mental problem? 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, 240
Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-
free, 1-800-968-7330.
Cub Scout Pack 3323 meets Mondays 5:45-6:45 at the Sand Lake VFW. Boys
ages 7-11 or grades 1-5 welcome. Call Sarah 616-799-0206 or Eric 616-799-0875
(leave message).
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 Call 231-937-9370.
Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, and informative
discussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 4th Tuesday of
every month at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) Call
Bonnie @ 231-823-8002.
Celebrate Recovery - For everyone with a hurt, habit or hang up. Every Wed.,
night 6:30-8:30 at Lakeview Community Church 989-332-6477.
Hospice of Michigan Offers Living on Support Group 2nd Wednesday
of each month from 2:00pm 3:00pm at Veras House located at 18 Justice St
in Newaygo. For more 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, @ H.C. Municipal Village Building Council Room. Volunteers
are needed. Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.
Mecosta County Sheriffs Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday of each
month in the basement of the Mecosta County Jail. Looking for new members.
For more information call (231) 796-0966.
Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group: We Meet every Thursday at
Greenville Community Church. Dinner at 5:30pm, Worship at 6pm, Group at
7pm. Any one wishing to only come for group is more than welcome to do that.
Call 616-824-5130 or 616-894-0840 for more information.
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. Bartholomews Church -
Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.
Pierson Outdoor Market: 21751 Cannonsville Rd., Pierson - 8am-? - 2012
dates will be every Fri., and the 1st Sat., of every month. Call Stacy at 616-636-
8677, or stop in to Sticks-N-Stones Etc. for more information.
Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard City VFW
Post 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd.
Bingo - ongoing every Fri. night at Renner Lobker VFW Post # 3306, 1001
Ensley St., Howard City. Doors open at 5pm, sales begin at 5:30 and game begins
at 6:30. Everyone Welcome!
Stitch Friday at Heritage United Methodist Church into your craft
calendar Sew Happy meets from 10am - 3pm. Not into sewing? It matters
not if you stitch or knit, paint or iron. Pack your machine, project(s) and ideas
and thread your way on over. Youll t into the pattern of fellowship just ne.
Pack a dish to pass in your brown bag. A question just weaved into your mind?
Call Debbie Castle at 231-354-6910 or email debpitterpatter@yahoo.com, one
and all welcome, wed be Sew Happy to see you.
Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Dr,
Newaygo 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-4641.
Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard City, MI 4th
Saturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm in the fellowship hall. For more info,
please call the church @ 231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231-937-2036.
Bingo every Sunday at the Greenville American Legion Post #101, from 1pm-
6pm, doors open at 11am. 1320 W. Washington St. (M-57).
Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veterans Breakfast for
Veterans and/or wives (companions) or widows at 209 W Washington 7:30am-
8:45am.
Gifts from the Heart free clothing ministry serving the great people of
Newaygo County area. Bring your tax free donations to Res. Life Church,
Newaygo, on the 3rd Sun. of every month from 10:30am-1pm. Distribution
on the 3rd Tues. of every month from 3pm-5pm, bring your own bag. For more
information regarding volunteering, donating or distribution, please call Jackie
at 231-652-4905. You may also view detailed information at www.resonline.org
or visit Res. Life Church during ofce hours, Mon-Thurs. 9am-3pm and pick up
your own copy of all the instructions.
Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, open 7 days
a week. Call Karen West 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule of events. Noon
lunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.
Library Happenings:
$1.00 a bag Book Sale - The Friends of the Croton Township Library are
having a $1/bag book sale from now until June 1st. The sale is in the Community
Room at the Library in Croton.
Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Book Store re-opening Memorial
weekend, at Newaygo City Hall. Open Memorial Weekend, Labor Day
Weekend, special events and every Friday from June 6 till mid Oct., from 11am to
5pm. 100s of books at bargain prices. Proceeds to benet the new Library fund.
The Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds Township Library will be having
Toddler Time every Monday morning at 11am. There will be stories, crafts,
songs and activities for the toddlers. Toddler Time is for children ages 18 months
- 3 years old. If you have any questions please call the library at 231-937-5575.
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. The library is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant.
The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the rst Wednesday
of each month at 1:00pm at the library. Please come if interested in helping your
local library.
The Friends of Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library meet
the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9:30am in the community room at the
library. We welcome you to join us for food, fellowship and an opportunity to
contribute to the well being of our local library. The library is located at 117 W.
Williams St., Howard City, MI 49329. Phone 231-937-5575.
Friends of the White Cloud Community Library meet monthly, the rst
Thursday at 1:00 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 the
Tamarack District Library in Lakeview. Book titles are published in the Shelf Life
Book Club 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 the Tamarack District Library in Lakeview that brings stories, songs, crafts and
activity to your child.
The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at Newaygo City
Hall, is now closed until Memorial Day Weekend. Hundreds of books at Bargain
Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.
Upcoming Events:
Original Gospel Jamboree, May 26, 2012 - 6:30 Potluck - 7pm Music -
Amazing Grace Acres Church, M37 & Woodland Park Dr., Brohman. Featuring:
Nate and Friends, Faith Gospel Team, Lucky Fulton M.C., Everyone Welcome!
The annual Howard City/Tri County High School reunion will be held at
6pm on May 26, at Heritage United Methodist Church, 19931 Kendaville Rd.,
Pierson. The cost for the banquet is $15 per person. The evening will begin with
punch and fellowship at 6pm, dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Call Vicky Paulen
at 231-937-5190 for reservations.
Forestry Discovery, Sunday, May 27, 2pm-4pm, What does it take to become
a forester? Participants will practice the skills that foresters use including tree
identication with a key and determining a trees health, size and age. (4 years
old and up) Donations of $5/person, $4/seniors, $15/family of four or more.
Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.
Music by the Pond 2012, Location: Gazebo next to Curtis Pond, Sheldon St.,
Edmore. When: Sun., evenings at 6:30pm on May 27, June 24, July 29 and Aug.,
26. Please bring your own lawn chair or blankets. In case of rain all shows will be
moved into the Curtis Building.
13th Annual Amble Motorcycle Group Charity Ride. Sunday, May 27
at the Amble Roadhouse, 9490 Main St., Amble, MI. $15 per driver, $10 per
passenger, includes: ride, pig roast, 2 bands and all the fun you can stand. $10
per person for dinner and party only. Door prices, 50/50 drawings, prize rafes,
Sign up 10am, Ride leaves NOON Sharp. No minors, rain gear recommended,
camping available. Proceeds to the Helping Hands Food Pantry, Howard City.
To donate time, $, materials or vendors, call Tracy at 616-218-0810 or 989-352-
5077.
The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the following
locations to distribute free food to individuals and families in need. Most food
distributions take approximately one hour. Please do not arrive more than 30
minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bring your own container to hold
50 lbs. of food. You will check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated: Tues.,
May 29, 5pm, River Valley Community Church, Newaygo; Fri., June 1, 10am,
St. Joseph Catholic Church, White Cloud - Sponsored by Local Area Churches;
Sat., June 2, 10am, Pine Grove Community Church, Croton/Howard City; Sat.,
June 2, 1pm, Grant Wesleyan Church, Grant - Call to Pre-Register 231-834-
7222; Mon., June 4, 5pm, Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont; Sat.,
June 9, 9:30am, First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont.
Pine Grove Community Church Senior Lunch: Lunch Days a comin, the
cook crews a hummin. Mas got this tasty menu planned, featuring, Scalloped
Macaroni and Ham. Now I dont know what the rest of the menu may be. But
knowin Ma, the taste of it will surely please. So my friends age 60, also those who
are more, I encourage you to come thru our door. At Noon the 30th of May, then
for some Bingo please stay. Where O where you beseech? Why right here on our
corner of M-82 and Beech.
Sat., June 2nd, Russell H. Gilbert Memorial Kids Free Fishing Day. Ages
3-16 only can register. 8:30am register, poles in water at 9:30am. Bring the family
and enjoy a free event. Kids bring your poles, tackle and bait. Register to win
prizes. Donuts, juice, coffee, water, hot dogs, chips and pop will be provided.
Location: Lake White Cloud (Millpond) James Street, White Cloud. New this
year, White River Longbeards will be having a shooting range. We are a non-
prot organization. Join us on our website r.h.gilbertkidssh@hotmail.com or
www.facebook.com/russellGilbert kids free shing.
Ooey Gooey Day - Sunday, June 3rd, 1pm-3pm. Learn to craft/make fun
slimy play-dough, silly putty creatures and fun items that your children can make
and take home. Best suited for children ages 3-8 years old (all ages welcome) wear
play clothes for messes to be made. For allergy concerns - our, starch, salts, oils,
coloring, Elmers glue. Donations of $6 per child. Howard Christensen Nature
Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.
The Gleaner Grand Arbor #733 would like to invite the Sand Lake
community to a ag raising ceremony to honor our ag on June 9, 2012
at 10am at the Sand Lake Library in Sand Lake. If you love your ag and country,
please come and join us. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony.
Hookin Up Heroes: A Military Veteran Appreciation Event. 5 stop, 100
mile Charity Motorcycle Ride, Military Pro/Am shing tournament on Hardy
Pond, Tournament Weigh-in Ceremony, Military Fly Over. June 9th, starting
at Newaygo Sportsman Club, 7951 Elm Ave. Opening at 7am for breakfast and
registration. 5 pigs will be roasted in a competition with 5 teams, each representing
a branch of the Military, live music, rafes and door prizes. All proceeds donated
to the Brain Injury Association of Michigan (BIAMI - Veterans Program)
Contact information: Ron Monroe 231-590-2376 monroer@michigan.gov or Ed
Lewis 231-652-1720 www.newaygocountysportsmansclub.org
The Larsen Brothers in Concert - Thurs., June 14that 7pm. Tickets: $7.50
per person. Drawn back together by the Lord to use their gifts for a higher calling.
The Larsen Brothers perform Christian, Gospel, Country and Acoustic Music.
They play originals, old gospel, new country and bluegrass. For more information,
please call the Greenville Area Community Center at 616-754-9163.
The Sheridan VFW Post is now taking applications for the upcoming
Euchre Tournament that will be held at the Post on Sat., June 16th. The
tournament starts at 10am and will be completed about 3:30pm. The cost of the
tournament is $10 per player and the fee may be paid the day of the tournament.
Advanced registration is urged as late entries may not be seated, you may call the
post at 989-291-9680. Registration on site starts at 8:30am.
Montcalm Community Colleges 2012 summer camps for youths focus on
science, ne arts, writing, recreation, sports and test-taking preparation this year.
Camps include: Fine Arts Camp: Ancient Egypt is June 25-29, cost $90. Digital
Writing Camp is June 18-22, cost $90. Camp Discovery: The Wonderful World
of Nature is July 10-12, cost $60. Outdoor Recreation Camp is July 16-20, cost
is $90. Sports Camp is July 23-27, cost $90. ACT Test Prep Boot Camp is July
30-Aug 3, cost $150. Visit www.montcalm.edu/camps for more info.
Annual Coral Days Festival, June 22 & 23, celebrating 150 years of Coral.
Come participate in the Coral Day Parade, June 23. Wanted: Old vehicles, old
tractors, oats, bands, politicians and whatever. NO REGISTRATION! Line-up
starts at 9:30am, parade at 11am. Also Soapbox Derby is 3-5pm, bring your own
soapbox. Contact Kathy at 231-354-6431 (Coral Power Shop) about soapbox
specications. Crafters also wanted. Contact Kathy.
The Womens Action Network is currently seeking vendors for the 2012
Danish Festival. Booth space is located at Veterans Park in Greenville and rents
for $125 before July 1st. After July 1st, a $25 late fee will be added. Each space
is approximately 20x20 in size. Contact Jennifer Iteen for more information at
616-835-6937.
VFW Camp Trotter for Children (ages 7-12) Five sessions starting July 15
through Aug. 12. Contact Maxine Scram 231-519-1374.
UAW Local 548 Retirees from Michigan Plating & Stamping, Gulf &
Western and CEMSI is having its Retirees Picnic on Saturday, July 21st
at Long Lake Park. (West Side of Park - open shelter - Long Lake Dr., Sparta)
Rain or Shine! 10am till ??? Lunch at Noon. For more information contact Mary
Widmayer 231-937-4496.
Greenville Area Community Center: For more information regarding any
of the following, please call the Center at 616-754-9163. Line Dancing, Tae
Kwon Do Class, Driving School, Corvette Club, Stamp Club or Fiber
Arts Club.
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2006 Dodge Ram 4x4
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2006 Ford 12 Pass. Van
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2007 Buick Lucerne
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2010 Chevy Impala
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2 Miles North of Greenville on M-91
616-754-6800
AUCTION SALE
at
Pierson Self
Storage
100 Fourth St.
Pierson, MI 49339
Saturday, May 26
at 11:00 a.m.
For total contents per judicial
lien process under MCL570.521
ET-SHQ, as single units, reserves
the right to refuse any and all
bids. Cash only.
616-318-8568
Household and
miscellaneous items.
Units, 3, 4, 23, 25, 41, 42, 43, 57
HOWARD CITY
TOWNWIDE
YARD SALE
June 15 & 16
Flea Market in the Park
$10 a day
Call Sid 231-937-5155
www.howardcity.org
KENT THEATRE
8 N. Main St. Cedar Springs www.kenttheatre.org
616-696-7469
June 1, 2 & 3
THE PIRATES! BAND OF MISFITS
Fri. 6 & 9 PM, Sat. 3, 6 & 9 PM, Sun. 3 & 6 PM
Tickets: $3.00
MOVIE COUPON
FREE MEDIUM POPCORN
with the purchase of a large pop.
One coupon per person, per purchase. Expires August 31, 2012
Planned movie titles may be changed by the distributor without notice.
JUNE MILLER
is 70 and Fabulous!!!
Please join us Saturday, June 9th
from 7-11pm at the Maple Valley Com-
plex to celebrate Junes Big 7-0 along
with her 3 boys Dan, Brian, and David
(all the way from Texas!).
No gifts please! BYOB and BYODS
(Bring Your Own Dancin Shoes).
And join us for a good time!
We would like to thank all of those who gave a
helping hand, friendly smile, and caring hearts in
our Mothers difcult times. All your prayers, get
well cards and cards of sympathy and donations
were greatly appreciated. Thank You Pastor Boes
and all our families who were so supportive. Special
thank you to Brigham Funeral Home for making
things easier for all our families.
Family of Virginia Jaquays
GOLDSTAR OUTDOORS
444 W. M-46, Edmore, MI 48829 (989) 427-6037 Fax (989) 427-2050
www.goldstaroutdoor.com The Areas Largest Hunting & Fishing Store!
OVER
16,000
GUNS,
BOWS &
CROSSBOWS WWSSSSSS
SOLD!
YOU CAN TRUST GOLDSTARS EXPERIENCED STAFF TO GET THE JOB DONE!!!!!
Over 1200
Guns, Bows &
Crossbows In
Stock!!!!!
Quality
Name Brands
You Can
TRUST!!
OVER 120 DIFFERENT
HANDGUN MODELS TO
CHOOSE FROM INCLUDING
HARD TO FIND MODELS!!
Great Selection of
Quality Food Plot
Seed & Deer Minerals
In Stock!!!!!
More Rods,
Reels, Tackle &
Live Bait Than
Ever!!!!!
OVER 60 DIFFERENT BOW &
CROSSBOW MODELS IN STOCK!
TRY THEM BEFORE YOU BUY
THEM IN OUR TEST LANE
AMMO!
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030 Special Notices
GREENVILLE
OLD MEIJER FLEA AND
FARMERS MARKET!!!
Venders, Farmers,
Antiquers and Yard Sellers.
WHEN: Every Friday and Sat-
urday Starting on April 6.
WHERE: 1220 N. Lafayette
Greenville, MI 48838
HOW MUCH: A donation of
$10.00 for three Car Spaces per
Day.
HUGE SPACES AND CHEAP!
Please Call: (616)225-9999 For
Reservations and Information.
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BIG RAPIDS
Huge 9th Annual Mecosta County
Garage and Plant Sale- Fair-
grounds West Avenue, Big Rapids.
Thursday 6/7, Friday 6/8, 8am-4pm.
Dressers, dolls, baby items, an-
tiques, Lounger, Rocker, Electric
Organ with bench, pet supplies and
so much more. Wide variety of
plants just in time for spring
planting. GREAT PRICES!
HESS LAKE
Annual Hess Lake Sale: June 1st-
2nd, Newaygo.
MORLEY
Estate sale by Morley's only gas
station. Big inventory addition just
received - most anything except
food. Bargain's galore. Weekend's
only.
NEWAYGO
Timberline Court, North on New-
costa off M-82. May 31st-June 2nd.
9am-5pm. Baby/items, misc.
household/items.
040 Lost and Found
FOUND: DARK BROWN pit bull,
Howard City area. Very sweet. Call
616-205-6261 to identify.
LOST: GRAY CAT w/green eyes, de-
clawed/neutered, name-Walter,
wearing flea collar. Orange cat
w/white stripes, 7 toes, de-
clawed/neutered, name-Peaches. Call
231-349-1380.
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In loving memory of
RUSSEL CHAPMAN
Who passed away 25 years ago
Memorial Day, May 30th.
Silent thoughts, Silent tears
Keeps your memory, always near.
Sadly missed by your wife Beverly,
step-children & grandchildren.
Car Bodies
Tin/Steel
#1 & #2 Copper
Yellow Brass
Catalytic Converters
Radiators
Aluminum
Clean Auto Cast Iron
Cast Iron
2x2 ft. Steel
Batteries
(Prices subject to change without notice)
8878 E. 88th St. (M-82)
Howard City
231-937-4175
Hours:
Mon. - Fri. 8:30 - 5
Sat. 8:30 - 2 Sun. Closed
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DONATIONS TO DATE TO
MONTCALM PANHANDLE
COMMUNITY FUND
Donations
may be sent to:
Montcalm
Panhandle
Community
Fund
P.O. Box 596
Howard City,
MI 49329
Call
231-937-6758
with any
questions
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050 Help Wanted
DO YOU WANT
TO MAKE A
DIFFERENCE?
Enthusiastic, dependable
teammates needed to fill
20 fundraising positions.
Full and part-time.
Weekly pay/bonuses.
Valid D.L. and I.D.
(231)796-9276
BOOKWALTER MOTOR SALES
is looking for a Body Shop
Technician. Must be State Cer-
tified. Apply in Person. S M-66 in
Stanton.
MPI IS NOW hiring for full time only,
40 hours/paid weekly. Enjoyable at-
mosphere raising funds for Breast
Cancer Awareness. Come help raise
funds to save lives. A valid Drivers Li-
cense or State I.D. is mandatory for
interview. Call (231)796-9276 for in-
terview.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVE
Full-time opportunity for a dynamic
person to join our commercial sales
print division team. Interested
candidates should possess a his-
tory of sales and customer service
background. Excellent com-
munication and organizational skills
are a must. Prior experience with
inside sales, billing and Excel are
preferred. Candidate must have
excellent phone skills, be able to
muti-task and handle pressure in a
production setting. The Pioneer of-
fers a full benefit package. Send
letter of interest and resume to:
Pioneer Group
Attn: Nina Jones
Human Resources
115 N. Michigan Avenue
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Or email:
njones@pioneergroup.com
HELP WANTED - PART-time, 3 jobs
in 1. Bartender/Bar Kitchen
Cook/Cleaning person. Apply in
person. Croton American Legion Post
381, 6812 S. Croton-Hardy Dr.
MEDICAL OFFICE RECEPTIONIST
accepting applications for a Medical
Office Receptionist position at Ne-
waygo County Mental Health. Suc-
cessful candidates must possess
computer, typing (minimum 55 wpm),
grammar, punctuation, proofreading,
transcription, multi-line phone pro-
ficiencies, excellent communication
and customer relation skills to ef-
fectively interact with staff and cus-
tomers in the front desk area. Pre-
vious medical office experience pre-
ferred. High School diploma or
equivalent is required. Drug testing
and extensive background check ad-
ministered. This is a part time position
(24-32 hours per week) with a pay
range of $11.32-15.42 per hour based
on experience. Visit our website at
www.newaygocmh.org. Interested in-
dividuals should fax 231-689-7345,
email jobs@newaygocmh.org or mail
cover letters and resumes, to Human
Resources, PO Box 867, White Cloud,
MI 49349; BY JUNE 8, 2012. EOE
TRUCK DRIVER NEED in lumber and
logging industry. (616)866-9317
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14061 Northland Drive Big Rapids
Toll Free 800.486.9486 www.garytrimarco.com
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TIGERS
vs
Chicago
White Sox
Plus Ballpark
Picnic
July 22nd
$50 Each
Call
231-937-6758
United Hospital
Spectrum Health United Hospital Heart &
Vascular Center and Stanley & Blanche Ash
Emergency Department
Please join us as we celebrate the opening of the rst phase of the United For Health
expansion and renovation project. View the progress of the Stanley & Blanche Ash
Emergency Department and the newly opened Spectrum Health United Hospital Heart
& Vascular Center.
Saturday, June 2
10:00 a.m. to Noon
For more information, call 616.225.6421
Youre Invited!
Community Sneak Peek
Everybodys talking about whats in the classifieds.
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TAYLOR
SEED & GRAIN
Soybeans
TAYLOR
SEED & GRAIN
(Formerly Six Lakes Elevator)
125 S. Railroad Six Lakes
616-520-3264
Providing what you need to get the job done.
Good Supply of Seed Available for the
2012 Planting Season
Buying Wheat, Oats, Barley, Rye &
Soybeans for the 2012 Season
Custom Grain Cleaning
We Offer Grahams Organic Livestock
& Poultry Feed. Call for Availability.
Alfalfa
12771 Northland Drive
Cedar Springs
1 Mile North of M-57 (14 Mile Road)
Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9:30 am - 8 pm
Tue., Thur. & Fri. 9:30 am - 6 pm
Sat. 10 am - 2 pm
www.cedarcarco.com
WE BUY
WE SELL WE TRADE
CALL OR VISIT US TO SEE
WHAT YOUR VEHICLE IS WORTH
LARSEN AUCTION
Sat., June 2, 2012 10:00 A.M.
Located: N of Grand Rapids or S of Big Rapids on US131 to M46/Saginaw exit 120, E to Amble Rd, S to
14774 Waterwheel Rd, E to Auction. Howard City, Montcalm County. Follow Auction Signs
Petersen Auction Service
A Family Tradition Providing Quality Service Since 1934
Mike no phone calls Mark
616-984-2573 after 9 p.m. 616-984-5122
www.petersenauction.com
CORVETTE GARAGE ITEMS - TOOLS
1975 Corvette Sting Ray, T top, 350 auto., headers, 56K, black
interior, white exterior North Star 5500 W Generator w/ 9 hp
Honda, used 1x Husqvarna 338-350 & 55 Chain Saws Dewalt
Sawz All, new 3 Fimco 15 gal Spray Tanks w/ 12 V pumps, 1 w/
boom Troybuilt 8 hp Kohler rear tine tiller Crafstman 5 & 6
Vise 3 T Floor Jack 7 pc Router Bits Pipe Wrenches Levels
Squares Crowbars Lg Qty Drill Bits Skil, Dewalt Drills
Split Maul Craftsman Skil Saw Circ Saw Wilton C Clamps
10 Collapsible Tbl Saw Chic. Feeders/Waterers Clevis
Chamberlain Buffer Polisher, NIB Allied Tool Kit Bolt Cutters
Hitch Receivers Craftsman Bit Set Makita Circ. Saw Treated
2x4s & 2x6s Dewalt Cordless 12V Drill Limb Loppers Misc
Socket Sets Creeper Funnels Golf Clubs Ammo Boxes
Mole Traps Ping Pong Tbl Qty. Baseball Bats 16 Truck Tire
chains Qty Saws, Clamps, Wrenches, Pliers, Tools Sm 3 hp
Air Comp. Lg Cast Iron Pot 20x30 Canopy Log Chain Qty
Metal Shelves Qty Refrig Parts & Filters, all new Tool Boxes
Drawer cabinets w/ contents Hot Shot Heater Lg Qty New
Elec. Parts 2 gal Muratic Acid Charcoal Grill Fence Post
Puller Rubbermaid Tool cabinet 8 Metal Gate 26 pc Galv.
Roof Steel 10 ft Qty Cedar Boards Alum Scoop Elec. Prod
Qty T Fence Post Garden Hose Hammock Hi Tensile Wire
w/ winder Brinkman Gas Grill Come Along 2 Blk Diamond
Plate Tool Boxes 1 pr 5 ft trailer Ramps Qty Better Built 20
gal Muck Buckets Qty 3x12 Cement Blocks Qty Tree Planting
Spuds Qty Hand Sprayers Gas Cans B&D Elec. Edger Oak
Front door 24 Alum Ladder Huffy boys Bike 26 Qty Feed
Bags Back Pack Sprayer Agri Fab Wheelbarrow Wild Thing
Weed Eater Fish Nets Long Handle Tools Post Hole Digger
Workmate Tbl Saw Qty 5 gal Buckets Hi Lift Jack Seedalizer
Garden Planter Earthway Chest Mt Spreader Lumber Wol.
Plywood , 5/8 Lawn Trailer, lg tires Earthquake MC43 Sm
Rototiller, elec start
FARM EQUIPMENT & HAY
Kilbros #300 Grav. Box & Run Gear 1x2 Wire & Chix Wire,
new 125 bu Gravity Box & Run Gear 1R Horse Drawn Potato
Diggger Brillion 14 Cultipacker, 4 axle & end Transport King
Cutter 6 1/2 3 pt Disk, 20 blades, new 30 bales 3rd Cut Pure
Alfalfa Hay from 2011
GUNS - AMMO - SPORTING GOODS - GUN SAFE
Win M67, 22 bolt, pistol grip Survival Rie, 22 cal Thomp-
son contender, 22 bbl only, scope, new never red S&W 22
Pistol Kit Gun - Browning Buck Mark, 22LR Pistol near new
H&R Topper M88, 20ga, 3 sgl Rem M870 LW, 20 ga pump
Rem M48 20ga auto, 2 full choke, excel. Cond. Sav. M93
22 WMR stainless, Weaver 4x12 scope Topper M158, 12ga
sgl, 3, full choke Gun Cases, hard & soft Stack on Total
Defense Gun Safe, holds 30 guns 3 22 Ruger Banana Clips
Sunburst Hunting Lite Tasco Scopes, 4x15 & 3x9x32 Sim-
mons Stainless 3x9 Scope Weaver 22 tip off Scope, 6 power
Lg Qty Ammo: 300 Win Mag, 45 Colt, 22, 250, 410, 12, 16, 20
ga shotgun, 7mm 10mm, 30-06, 22-250, 303 British, 38 spec,
45 Colt, 44 Rem Mag, 38/357 See Web Site For More Info
Sev Gun & Pistol Cleaning Kits Hunting Clothes, Lg, XLg
Waders Hip Boots 3 Burner LPG Grill 4 & 5 draw File
Cab. Coleman Power House Camp Stove, near new K Bar
Knife, NIB Sleeping Bags Folding Camp Chairs Tackle Box,
full Jennings Aero Star Comp. bow, one of rst ones made
Boning & Hunting Knives, Uncle Henry Camping Lanterns 2
new Cutting Boards Propane Turkey Roaster 3 Tree Stands
Excalibur Dehydrator 10A Cast Iron Fry pan Camp Dishes
Walkie Talkies Igloo Cooler Fans Hunt Socks, Gloves Deer
Horns Trophies Alum Tree Stand Metal 22 target Bench
Rest Sighting Rest New Tree Seat Spears, Oars Goose, Duck
Decoys Viking 10x46 Snow Shoes, made in Cadillac Freeman
Snow Shoes 2 new Coleman Lantern Stands 4 sets Shooting
Ear Muffs Rachet Tie Downs, 1 & 2 Traps: Qty Live Traps,
Conabear 110, Onida Victor, #1 Sgl spring, #1 Jump Trap, #4
Dbl Spring Trap
DOG EQUIPMENT - PENS - SUPPLIES
20 Dog Coops, 4x4 wol. Wood, galv. metal roofs 12 Dog Pens
to take down w/ 12 ga 2x4 wire, 5- 75x75, 7 20x20 Qty Dog
Medicine Wormer, Syringes, Tatoo Equip. Wambach Beagle
Measure 50# Dog Self Feeder 3 self Feeders 22 Elec. Welp-
ing Nest dog Dish 2 side by side Dog Coops Elec. Dog Walker
Collapsible 24x36 Dog Drop Pens 2x4 Alum Dog Box Plas.
Dog House Pet Carriers Nail Trimmers Qty. Plastic coated
Chick. Wire to be removed Snaps, Leads, Dog Chains 20 +
Plastic Bbl Dog Houses 10W 20L 10H Galv. Chain Dog Pen
3 up off ground Dog Pens 2 34 # bags Purina Puppy Chow 2
bags 35# Purina Pro Plan Shredded Blend Dog Food
HOUSEHOLD
Lazy Boy Recliner Kirby, Dirt Devil Vacs C-mas Lites Wizard
13.2 cu ft Freezer Chefs Choice Elec Slicer Qty St James
Winery Wine Lg Wine Rack Luggage VCR Exer. Bike
Rd Tbl, 3 chairs Frigidaire AC Hat Collection Wrought Iron
Lawn Chairs Birdseye Maple Desk Complete Dell Computer
Computer Table
See Web Site For Complete Listing
All day Auction, selling w/ 2 rings part of the day
Corvette, Guns sell at noon followed by Farm Equip.
Many Items Too Numerous to Mention
Dale Larsen, Owner
Dale was an avid hunter, beagle raiser and trainer and enjoyed
the outdoors. He is moving south and selling everything he is
not taking with him.
Terms: Cash or good check w/ ID , out of state checks require
bank letter of credit. We accept debit or credit cards with a 4%
fee added. Not responsible for personal injury accidents or
goods after sold, everything sells as is, all information is be-
lieved to be correct, but it is not a guarantee. Use your own in-
spection and judgment when purchasing. Announcements made
sale day take precedence over printed material. Auctioneers act
as selling agents only. Lunch wagon, rain tents and restroom
facilities are available.
SAVE
35% OFF
GOING OUT
OF BUSINESS
ALL TOBACCO PRODUCTS
257 S. Cass St. Downtown Morley
(Across from Okkes)
231-856-0140
Open 9 am - 6 pm Mon. Wed. Fri.
231-856-4570
Mon.-Sat. 8-9 Sun. 8-8 Downtown Morley
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING LOCALLY!
Henry & Candy
Hand-Dipped
Ice Cream
IS BACK!
Party
Store
Coke
Products
12 Packs
2/$
8
00
+ Dep.
+ Tax &
Dep.
30 Pack
Hamms
$
13
99
Wee Bees
Bells
OBERON
Is Back!
15 Pack 12 oz. Cans
Coors Light
& Miller Lite
$
12
49
+ Tax &
Dep.
Henry Says:
We Salute
Our Veterans!
18 Pack 12 oz. Cans
Busch &
Busch Light
are back!
$
9
89
+ Tax &
Dep.
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Gallon of
Whole or 2%
MILK
$
3
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050 Help Wanted
THE MECOSTA-OSCEOLA Inter-
mediate School District is accepting
applications for a Speech and Lan-
guage Pathologist (full-time school
year position). A complete posting is
available at www.moisd.org. Inter-
ested applicants must submit a letter
of application, resume, certifications,
transcripts, and references by June 8,
2012 to: Mark R. Klumpp, Assistant
Superintendent, Mecosta-Osceola In-
termediate School District, 15760
190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307.
090 Business Services
AAA CONCRETE LICENSED and
insured. Remove, replace or repair.
Driveways, sidewalks to seawalls. 39
years experience. Call 231-834-0365.
Free estimates.
BARREL RACING & POLE Bending
horse(s) for lease! Want to compete in
NBHA or Rodeo but don't have "the
horse"? Maybe just learn the ropes
and have fun? Rautio Ranch offers
finished barrel and pole horses to
lease. We include the barn, feed, care
and lessons! Run with us this summer!
Call (231)679-4219 for more in-
formation on this great new program.
PRESSURE WASHING: HOUSES,
decks, sidewalks, motor homes, etc.
Call AAA Concrete. 231-834-0365.
Ensley Roofing, LLC
Specializing in flat roofing
finding leaks on all roofs
home/business
14x70 trailer rubber roof with warranty
$1400
free estimates
(616)636-8288
SPRING DOCK INSTALLATION.
AAA Concrete, 231-834-0365.
100 Pets & Supplies
COUNTRY BREEZE CANINE
Training: Group and private obed-
ience classes, In-home and In-kennel
training options. AKC/UKC Field Bred
Labrador stud services available.
Contact Heather: (231)519-0835
countrybreezek9s@gmail.com
POMERANIAN PUPPIES, 1
black/white parti female, 1 black male.
$300/each. Vet checked, UTD shots,
dewormed. 231-834-1861 or 231-652-
5973.
110 For Rent
1 BEDROOM APARTMENT. Howard
City. $110/week plus deposit & util-
ities. No Pets. 231-937-4820.
1-2 BEDROOM, Reed City, rent in-
cludes utilities, 1-year lease. No pets,
starting at $500/month. (231)465-
4049.
E-mail your
classified ad to
rvshopper
@pioneergroup.com
HOWARD CITY 2/Bedroom Duplex
near M46/131. Credit/Criminal back-
ground check. Year lease.
$160/weekly plus utilities. 989-287-
0009.
2-BEDROOM, 1-Bath totally re-
furbished apartment downtown Big
Rapids. All brand new everything;
custom kitchen with all new ap-
pliances, new bathroom fixtures,
new carpet through out, central air,
washer/dryer, no pets/smoking.
Rent plus utilities, security deposit,
references. Call (231)592-8380 or
(231)592-0031.
MORLEY MOTEL
DAILY Rooms from $40, Weekly
rooms from $150. Includes util-
ities. No Deposit. (231)856-7820.
SHADY LAWN MOTEL: Sand Lake,
MI. Special rates. Furnished cabin
with kitchenette $113.25/week. Fur-
nished small cabins, $96.60/week.
(Above prices include utilities) Call for
availability (616)696-0386, or
(616)638-5658. If no answer, call
(616)636-8967.
160 Real Estate
BEAUTIFUL COMMERCIAL
BUILDING downtown Howard City.
Set up for a small cafe downstairs and
most cafe equipment included. Please
call 231-354-6461.
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HOWARD CITY
Howard City VFW will be observing
Memorial Day at the Post.
Memorial at 10:00 a.m.
The public is invited to attend.
We would welcome the public joining
us at the post. So come on down and join us.
Cemetery Services will be continued at:
Reynolds - 10:30, Amble - 11:00,
& Coral - 1:00
MORLEY
9:30 a.m. - Memorial Day Parade through Morley.
The Knox-Helms Morley American Legion Post
#554 will be there.
The Womens Auxiliary is offering a luncheon
immediately following the parade.
Everyone is welcome!
231-856-4229
CROTON
Walter F. Howarth, American Legion Post 381
Memorial Service 12 Noon
at the rock in front of the Post.
NORTH ENSLEY CEMETERY
PATRIOTIC PROGRAM
Monday, May 28th.
10:30 AM - Business Meeting at 10:30,
program immediately following at 11:00.
In case of rain, Ensley Twp. Hall.
SAND LAKE / PIERSON
Pierson Township
Annual Memorial Day Observance - 11:00am
Featuring the Sand Lake
VFW Honor Guard and
members of the
Tri-County Marching Band
at the Pierson Township Cemetery,
Cannonsville Road.
GRANT / NEWAYGO
Newaygo Cemetery - 8:30 a.m.
Newaygo Catholic Cemetery - 8:45 a.m.
Wreath Drop at Bridgeton Bridge - 9:10 a.m.
Bridgeton Cemetery - 9:20 a.m.
Ashland Cemetery - 9:40 a.m.
Parkview Cemetery - 10:00 a.m.
Hillside Cemetery - 11:00 a.m.
North Ensley Cemetery - 11:20 a.m.
Final Service at Newaygo VFW Post #4249,
9075 Mason Drive - 12:00 Noon
CRANDELL CEMETERY
Monday, May 28th
Program at 1:00 pm with business meeting to
follow. In case of rain, meeting will be held at
S. Ensley Church.
WHITE CLOUD
Opening Exercises: 10:00 am NEW LOCATION
Wilcox & Williams, across from the Post Ofce
1. Flag Raising The White Cloud Girl Scouts - RoseMary Straight
2. National Anthem The White Cloud High School Band
Jamie Denslow, Director
3. Pledge of Allegiance The White Cloud Boy Scouts - Steve Gray
PARADE TO THE CEMETERY
1. Welcome Mr. LeRoy Stratton
2. Invocation Pastor Jason Baustian
White Cloud Faith Bible Church
3. Song God Bless the USA by Lee Greenwood,
sung by, Ashley Pierce
4. Reading Faith Bible Church, Chaplain Gary Bergren
5. Speaker Rick Prysock, Attorney
6. Singer There She Stands by Michael W. Smith
Sung by Micquaya Vanboxel
7. Flag Retirement Ceremony, Girl Scouts
8. Veterans Ceremony Senior Vice Commander Mr. Sam Cruzan
9. Taps White Cloud High School Band Members
Featuring the Sounds of The Music Connection Jerry & Katherine Smith
Refreshments following the ceremony at the High School Cafeteria,
Served by White Cloud Faith Bible Church.
Sponsored By The White Cloud Area Chamber
Ed Koehn
FORD LINCOLN
GREENVILLE
One Mile West of Greenville on M-57
616-754-4689
Visit Our Website:
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CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM
GREENVILLE
11282 W. Carson City Rd. Greenville, MI 48838
616-754-4689
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Vanderhyde Ford
345 Main St. Cedar Springs
Where The Trucks Are!
616-696-1541
www.vanderhydeford.com
Coral Power Shop
Small Engine Specialists
15990 Grant St. Coral 231-354-6431
Briggs & Stratton Kohler Tecumseh MTD
Yardman Huskee Murray Frigidaire Poulan
Weed Eater Parts & Service
Blades & Belts In Stock For Most Lawn Mowers
Oregon Bars Chains Sprockets
In Stock For Most Chain Saws
Welding Gases Air Gas Linde GTW
Located 15 min.
north of GR
Sparta Ave., Sparta
616-887-1791
The Vanderhydes Are Horse Tradin
In Sparta
Scott Wemmer
D.D.S.
Family Dentistry
205 E. Edgerton Howard City
231-937-5725
13603 Northland Dr. NE Cedar Springs
616-696-1410
www.blisswitterspike.com
Free Estimates Complete Collision
Glass Installed
All Over Paint & Spot Repair
69 Northland Dr. Sand Lake
616-636-5341
69 Northland Dr. Sand Lake
616.636.5341
The Corner Closet LTD.
1st Class in Secondhand
Consignment/Resale Since 1981
For consigning info please stop in or call.
Mon.-Fri. 9-6 Sat. 9-5
Newaygo Off M-37 behind Cartellis Pizza
across from State Police Post
231-652-6247
8426 S. MASON NEWAYGO
231-652-9552
AUTOMOTIVE
REPAIR SERVICE
INC.
17160 Warrior Drive
Howard City
231-937-5010
Specializing In:
Game Heads,
Mammals,
and Fish
allamericantaxidermy.com
River Valley
News Shopper
491 W. Shaw Howard City
231-937-4740
Fax: 937-4048
Email: rvshopper@pioneergroup.com
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160 Real Estate
THE
RIVER VALLEY
NEWS SHOPPER
491 W. Shaw (M-82)
Howard City
(231)937-4740
Open Monday-Thursday
9am-5pm
Friday 9am-1pm
For all of your
advertising needs!
LAND FOR SALE
HOWARD CITY & PIERSON Areas -
2 acres to 30 acres. Great building
sites or hunting property. Call 231-937
-6758. Land contract terms available.
170 Items for Sale
1999 FORD F-250, V-10 Triton 52,600
miles, new tires, battery (no rust).
2007 Springdale 5th Wheel. Excellent
condition. (non-smoker) $27,000.00
OBO (231)250-8655.
ACCORDION, GOOD CONDITION,
like new, w/music books. $250/OBO
231-796-9525.
AMERICAN RACING CHEVY rims,
20x9, 6x5 bolt pattern, $350 OBO
(231)349-9993.
ANDYS
TREE SERVICE
TREE WORK OF
ALL KINDS
Specializing around
power lines &
houses
Serving Montcalm,
Newaygo, Kent
& Mecosta Counties
& more!
WE ACCEPT ALL
MAJOR CREDIT
CARDS
www.andystreeservice.com
FREE ESTIMATES
FULLY INSURED
800-982-4540
We go all over!!
CAR DOLLY $300 (231)832-2446
leave message.
CONSOLE PIANO, BENCH, sheet
music $350 (231)972-2629.
ELECTRIC TWIN BED w/adjustable
head/foot, also massage $500.
(231)796-5107.
GENERATOR 7000 WATT con-
tinuous, 10,000 peak, 14hp Vanguard
OHV Engine, runs good. little used
$750. DVD COLLECTION 470 titles,
many hard to find, all originals/no
copies, children, drama, sci-fi, doc-
umentary (no porn) $300.
STOVE/RANGE $150 good shape.
GAS GRILL Pro Series 2700
Brinkman, 17"x36" cooking area w/6
cast iron burners-1700 BTU side
burner $650 new sell for $190 231-
856-0563 or 231-414-2248.
GOLF BAG AND clubs for 8 to 12
year old $50. Call Jill (231)527-1997.
HARLEY DAVIDSON ENGINE parts
1984-1999 big twin (S&S, Jim's, etc.)
$500 or less. (989)339-4147.
HEAVY SOLID DINING room suite
w/4 chairs (2 captains) $150 231-580-
6328.
ONE BOTTOM PLOW for Ford
Tractor or will fix other tractors $110
(361)443-6439.
PELLET, WOOD, GAS stoves &
fireplaces. Lopi-Avanlon-Fireplace
Xtrodinaire, Firecheif indoor or out-
door wood furnaces. Nordic hot tubs
with free cover & delivery within 40
miles. Stove parts and glass for most
stoves. Newaygo WoodStove &
Fireplace, South on M-37, Newaygo.
231-652-1546.
ROOF TOP ANTENNA good con-
dition $50 (231)519-3389.
170 Items for Sale
RAMPS FOR AUTO and truck,
commercial/heavy duty, $400.
(231)689-1944
REBUILT COMPUTERS &
LAPTOPS: Also Computer repair &
virus removal. Reasonable Rates.
(231)856-7883
170 Items for Sale
AIR/CONDITIONERS. APPLIANCES
antiques, furniture, beds, books.
Theos 2-3/4 miles South of Grant.
14185 Mason Drive (M-37). Hours,
11am-4pm, Mon. Tues. Friday, Sat
(231)834-0016, cell (616)477-5528.
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Grant Chamber of Commerce
Day at the Lake
Sponsored by Spectrum Health Grant Medical Ofce
Saturday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Blanche Lake Park (Take State Road east to Park Drive, turn left.)
Join us for a memorable day at Blanche Lake.
The Community is welcome.
Enjoy hot dogs, chips and beverages.
Then get moving:
Volleyball Pick-up Games
Horseshoe Pit
Meet and greet your new Grant Medical Ofce Providers
Kayaks and Canoes available for use
Kids Games
Fishing (gear provided)
Giveaways
This event is free to the community.
Bring your lawn chairs.
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Stk #G2325A *WITH APPROVED CREDIT, TAX, TITLE, LICENSE AND DOC. EXTRA
2004 CHEVY IMPALA
NICELY EQUIPPED AND
PRICED TO SELL
$
5,494
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Stk #C2376A *20% CASH OR TRADE DOWN, TAX & LICENSE EXTRA, WAC.
2008 CHEVY IMPALA
LEATHER, HEATED SEATS,
VERY CLEAN
$
159 MO.
*
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ALeisure Living Managed Community
www.leisure-living.com
Big Rapids Premier
Assisted Living
Community
Evergreen Terrace is a community designed to
provide choice and convenience for those requiring
various levels of assistance with daily activities.
Call Kim today to make your reservation!
801 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids, MI 49307 Phone: 231-527-1050
k.miller@leisure-living.com
Alternative Heating
and Fuel
Pro Pellets Early Buy Sale -
Alternative Heating and Fuel is
offering Pro Pellet wood pellets for
only $180/ton!
Stock up now before
fuel prices go any higher!
910 N. M-37, 7 miles N. of Baldwin
231-745-6110
alternativeheatingandfuel.com
y
$
180
Only /ton!
SPARTA
88 E. Division
Sparta
616-887-1761
The
Vanderhydes
Are Horse
Tradin In
Sparta
Located 15 min.
north of GR
Sparta Ave., Sparta
616-887-1791
ANDYS
DISCOUNT
APPLIANCE CENTER
Always
Different
Stuff
572 S. State SE Sparta
Across from Family Fare, Next to Burger King (In the Back)
616-887-1999
SPARTA CIVIC CENTER
The Sparta Civic Center is a not-for-prot
community building that sits adjacent to Rogers
Park. The Civic Center is a community building
that is open to the public to rent.
Concerts in Rogers Park!
Free & family-friendly Concert Series held at the
band shell in Rogers Park in downtown Sparta at
the new time of 6:30 pm each Wednesday June
13, 2012 through August 22, 2012. Rogers Park is
located one block north of downtown Sparta on
Union Street
Howard Christensen Nature Center
616-675-3158
OOEY GOOEY DAY
Sunday, June 3, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn to craft/make fun slimy play-dough, silly
putty creatures and fun items that your children
can make and take home. Best suited for children
ages 3 - 8 years old (all ages welcomed) -
wear play clothing for messes to be made!
For allergy concerns: Flour, starch, salts, oils,
coloring, Elmers glue.
Donation of $6/child
RECYCLE THAT!
Sunday, June 17, 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Learn a new craft for teaching our younger children
how to recycle we will be using recycled items to
teach and create a craft. Join us in making a Fos-
sil Dinosaur rendition
(K - 5th Grade)
Donation of $5/child
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SAVE ON ENERGY COSTS!
DONT BE FOOLED
BY OUT OF STATE
COMPANIES
CALL MIKES!
SHOP LOCAL!
Pole Barns Garages
Sunrooms
All Types of Construction
Steel & Storm Doors
Over 2,000 Happy
Customers Recommend Us!
Spring Special on
Vinyl Siding!
Call now for best price.
BOOK NOW AND SAVE!
Supporting dreams.
Floor Covering Appliances Bedding Televisions
BIG RAPIDS FURNITURE
210 N. Michigan 231-527-1248 Big Rapids
More Than You Imagined, For Less Than You Expect
www.br-furniture.com
Store Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm Sun Noon-4pm
231-937-2277
19449 M46 Highway Howard City
1 Mile East of US131 off Exit 120
2004 Chevy
Tahoe LT
Z71
$14,495
2010 Ford
Taurus SE
$14,995
2009 Chevy
Impala LTZ
$13,995
2007 Nissan
Maxima SE
$12,995
2010 Dodge
Grand
Caravan SE
$11,995
2006 Ford
Escape
XLT 4WD
$8,995
2003 GMC
Envoy
SLT AWD
$8,995
Visit Our
Website!
www.
231yescars.com
2010 Subaru
Outback
Premium
$16,995
2007 Pontiac
G5 GT
$8,995
2000
Pontiac
Grand Am GT
$5,495
2009 Chevy
Malibu LT
$10,995
2000 Chevy
Cavalier
$2,995
2009 Ford
Flex SEL
$24,995
2 TO CHOOSE
FROM!
2010 Chevy
Equinox
FWD LT
$14,995
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170 Items for Sale
Winter Cleaning?
And now have
stuff to sell?
Let our Classified Ads
help you out! Call
THE RIVER VALLEY NEWS
SHOPPER
231-937-4740
FIREWOOD
HARDWOOD SLABS $25 per cord
cut to length. $25 per face-cord. Al-
bert L. Yoder, 6614 150th Avenue,
Stanwood, MI 49346.
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2-PRIME DOWNTOWN BIG RAPIDS
COMMERCIAL OFFICE SPACES
FOR RENT
1. 110 N. Michigan Avenue (next to Art Works).
Approx. 1,700 sq.ft.
2. 221 Maple Street. (across from Patterson Flowers).
Approx 800 sq.ft.
For more information please call Debbie
(231)592-8380 or (231)592-0031
A-1
Michigans Oldest & Finest
Roof Replacement System
FREE ESTIMATES
12X60 14X70
$3,280 $3,980
CONSERVES ENERGY
MADE IN MICHIGAN
Accepted
MOBILE ROOF-OVER SYSTEM
INSTALLED
1-800-872-2089
www.mobilehomeroofsmi.com
SPECIAL COUPON
$200 OFF REGULAR PRICE
EXPIRES MAY 31, 2012 - 4 PM
MARINE PARTS
INBOARD & OUTBOARD
Aluminum Welding
17731 West River Dr. Morley, MI 49336
231-856-7679
Buy On-line!
partsandpropellers.com
Marine Parts In-Board & Out-Board
PROP REPAIR
SPRING COMBO
Tri-County Shopper River Valley Shopper
Pioneer East Shopper Mondays Pioneer
Reach Over 53,000 Homes!
15 Words ~ $36.00
Additional words 35 each per week.
Call or Email
(231)592-8348
classied@pioneergroup.com
Now Open
(Formerly Grant Tavern)
Hand Formed Burgers, Chicken Sandwiches,
Wraps, Hot Dogs & More
Fresh Cut French Fries and
Homemade Baked Beans
Family Friendly Atmosphere
1895 Maple (M-37) Downtown Grant
Open Every Day 11 am - 2 am
231-834-5388
KNIGHT
AUTO & PARTS
SALES
989-831-8358
1516 N. Peoples Rd.
Stanton, MI
Open
Mon-Fri
7:30am to
5pm
Closed
Saturday
Open Sunday
9am to 3pm
2000 And Newer
Domestic
Used Parts
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Greater Possibilities
For Health And Wellness
FREE Fitness Weight Loss Study
Tamarac is looking for participants who wish to be part of a 30-day tness
weight loss study. Tamarac will waive the monthly fee for those who wish
to participate.
Can 30 days improve your health?
Call now to participate in a free tness and weight loss study.
Participant Requirements
Age 21 or older
Not on a regular tness routine
Must follow a supervised program with moderate exercise
three times per week
Must complete a wellness prole
Must be a rst time guest of Tamarac
Unavailable to Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial Employees
Sign up by June 18. Sessions begin July 9.
Space is limited. Call to sign up! 231.924.1863
30-Day Program
Full facility access
for 30 days
Weekly weigh-ins
Meet with tness
guide and dietician
Create personalized
activity calendar
1401 W. Main St., Fremont | 231.924.1600 | tamaracwellness.org
Fully We
Go All
Over!
Andrew T. Callender
Tree & Stump Removal & Trimming
Shrub Removal & Trimming
Tree Bracing & Repair
Lot Clearing
Storm Clean Up Pruning
SENIOR DISCOUNT Call For a FREE ESTIMATE
Serving Montcalm, Kent, Newaygo,
Mecosta, Osceola Counties and more!!
Also Canadian Lakes area!!
www.andystreeservice.com
1-800-982-4540 or 231-937-5607
Tree Work of All Kinds
Specializing In Working Around Power Lines & Houses I W S A P L & H
ANDYS TREE SERVICE
Fish for a great deal Fish for a great deal
in the classieds! in the classieds!
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240 Manufactured Homes
4 BEDROOM, 2 bath home, new
carpet, shed, decks, A.C., appli-
ances, $34,900.00, Financing
Available. Cedar Springs, 616-696-
1100 or
www.cedarfieldcommunity.net
250 Autos for Sale
WANT TO SELL YOUR
CAR OR TRUCK???
Let a River Valley
News Shopper
Classified
work for you!!!
Call Classifieds
today!!
(231)937-4740
280 Farm Goods
FARRIER SERVICE: DEPENDABLE
& knowledgeable, trail, performance,
to corrective, well studied in lameness,
hoof mapping, shoeing for soundness,
competitive rates. 989-287-0144
300 Wanted to Buy
CASH PAID Retiree Paying Fair
Price $100 to $10,000 For All Run-
ning Cars Trucks, All Motor Cycles
and Utility trailers. Golf Carts, ATV,
Campers
Pontoon Boats, Tractors, Snow-
mobiles. Free Pick-up.
(231)689-1894 or (616)291-0266
I WANT TO buy a refrigerator, stove,
washer, dryer and furniture in good
shape. Have cash. 989-584-6818.
991 Mega Market
Community Papers of
Michigan
Ph. 1-800-783-0267
STATEWIDE
CLASSIFIED NETWORK
Ads placed in Michigan Mega Market
Classified Network appear in free cir-
culation community papers and
shopping guides reaching the grass
roots of Michigan. Your advertising
can be delivered weekly to more than
2,100,000 households throughout the
state. ONLY $249 Call this paper to
place a classified ad of 25 words or
less and reach across the state.
Readers: THIS PUBLICATION DOES
NOT KNOWINGLY ACCEPT ad-
vertising which is deceptive,
fraudulent, or which might otherwise
violate the law or accepted standards
of taste. However, this publication
does not warrant or guarantee the
accuracy of any advertisement, nor
the quality of the goods or services
advertised. Readers are cautioned to
thoroughly investigate all claims made
in any advertisements, and to use
good judgment and reasonable care,
particularly when dealing with per-
sons unknown to you who ask for
money in advance of delivery of the
goods or services advertised.
ADOPTION
PREGNANT? CONSIDER AD-
OPTION- A loving alternative.
Wonderful couples to choose from.
Call for pics/information, choose your
babys family and future. Expenses
paid. 1-866-236-7638. 24/7.
A CHILDLESS, SUCCESSFUL wo-
man seeks to adopt. Loving/stable
home. Will be hands-on mom. Large
extended family w/adopted relatives.
Financial security. Expenses paid.
Lets help each other! Emily/Adam. 1-
800-790-5260
991 Mega Market
MATTRESS SETS
A TEMPERPADIC/STYLE MEMORY
FOAM MATTRESS SET Queen, new-
never used, as seen on TV, with
warranty. Cost $1,800, Sell $695. Can
Deliver 989-832-2401
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RENT THIS
SPACE
For Information
& Rates
Call Lori at
231-937-4740
SERVICE DIRECTORY
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Overla
Concrete
616-262-8036
HOWARD CITY
All types of Concrete Construction
Including Brick, Block, Poured Walls
FARMWORK
Manure Pits, Slabs, Bunker Silos
SEPTIC TANK
CLEANING
Also Portable Toilet Rentals
for any occasion
ROBINSON
Serving: Cedar Springs Sand Lake
Howard City & Surrounding Areas
231-937-8282
616-636-5565
If YOU cant ush
You may need US!
Denton
Boys
Drilling Toys
Denton and Sons
Water Well Drilling
8744 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 Dentistry
Hours by Appointment
231-937-5725
616.364.0550 Bill Coleman
1.800.396.2233 Owner
Quick Start
Batteries
Starters & Alternators
2121 Alpine, N.W. Grand Rapids
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-5, Sat. 9-12
For professional work and
guaranteed satisfaction, See Us!
Call 616-696-1830
Dan Scheidel, Owner
Mon. - Fri. 8 - 5
13399 White Creek Cedar Springs Off 131 Expressway
1/2 mile south of 17 Mile, Cedar Springs
CEDAR BODY SHOP INC.
Serving The Area Since 1954
Expert Color Match
Frame Repair
Collision Work
State Certied Tech.
Low Cost Rentals Available
Free Estimates
FREE
ESTIMATES
Offering Crushed Asphalt
Road Grading & Maintenance
Private Roads/Driveways
2
3
1
937-8179
Cell: 231-580-6037 Toll Free: (866) 701-0184
New installation of: Driveways & Parking Lots Patchwork
Seal Coating Hot Rubber Crack Filling Aggregates
Excavating Bobcat Work
www.lanesasphalt.com
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Got a garage stuffed with things you
no longer need or want?
Basement and attic stuffed, too? Take all of your old things and turn
them into cash with a garage sale.
Having a garage sale is easy. All you have to do is place an ad with
us and pick up your garage sale kit. The kit will include everything
you need to conduct the sale, including:
SPECIAL! COUPON for 50% OFF classied ad
to advertise any left over items.
Ad must be placed 30 days from original ad date.
Call Lori at 231-937-4740
Deadlines: Pioneer - 2 Days Prior at Noon River Valley Deadline Thursday noon.
Two 11x14
garage sale
signs.
2
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Your ad on
Google Maps
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Audibel Hearing Center
204 S. Michigan, Big Rapids
(231) 796-4658
348 Adams (M-37), Newaygo
(231) 652-2337
People Helping People.
400 FREE BATTERIES
*
With the purchase of an Audibel
Anthem hearing aid system
*Cannot be used or combined with other discounts or prior sales.
Anthem by Audibel,
the fastest selling new
product in Starkeys history.
Truly a hearing aid worthy of
your consideration.
Peggy Frank, MA, CCC-A
322. S. Lafayette St., Greenville
(616) 225-9892
MIKES REPAIR
Auto & Small Engine
Pick Up & Delivery Available
Call Mikes Repair 231-937-4746
Snowmobiles
Small Engines
Lawn Mowers
Weed Wackers
Leaf/Snowblowers
Chain Saws
ANY Blade Sharpening
Struts Brakes
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Raw Milk, the Sacred Food?
Last week I wrote an article about the problems with milk. In reality most of these problems come from milk that has been
processed, that is, pasteurized and homogenized.
During the process of pasteurization, milk is heated to 161 degrees to destroy the bacteria that are supposedly harmful to humans.
This heating causes a great deal of damage to the natural benets of milk. The proteins are modied, the natural enzymes are damaged,
good healthy organisms are destroyed, and some healthy fats are changed to Trans fats.
Many of you may remember whole milk that separated. The cream was removed from the top and used to make butter. The
remainder was called skimmed milk and is supposed to be healthy for us. The homogenizing process keeps the cream from separating
from the rest of the milk. The fat in milk is in very large macromolecules which oat. Homogenization is mechanical extruding process
that makes the fat particles very small so they are no longer lighter than the watery part of the milk. This greatly changes our ability to
digest and use the milk fat like nature intended. During the process of homogenization an enzyme called Xanthane Oxidase is released.
In raw milk this enzymes kills pathogenic bacteria, but when broken out of it natural environment it is extremely acidic and foreign to
our body chemistry. It is one of the contributing causes of osteoporosis and arterial inammation.
In primitive cultures, milk, especially butter, was referred to as a sacred food. It was given to both parents before they became
pregnant, a woman during her pregnancy, and to mothers while nursing. Because they did not have refrigeration, and raw milk spoiled
easily, all of these cultures used some form of fermentation to preserve milk products. This includes yogurt, sour cream, cottage
cheese, and all forms of other cheeses. When made from unprocessed milk, these foods can be very benecial.
As I mentioned last week, we still see people who have problems with unprocessed dairy products, but not nearly as much as
processed dairy. There are some that still have lactose intolerance, meaning they do not have the enzymes to digest milk sugar, lactose.
There are some who are allergic to the casein which causes irritable bowel syndrome, Crohns disease, excessive postnasal mucus,
allergic rhinitis, asthma, chronic hives, eczema and other allergic and inammatory conditions.
So, to see if the dairy products are harmful to you, use the two-week elimination / challenge test, or the pulse test. If you can handle
dairy products, we strongly recommend that they be organic and unprocessed. Organic raw milk does not contain any heavy metals,
growth hormone, antibiotics, herbicides or pesticides, greatly reducing toxic loads compared to commercial
milk.
The Weston A. Price Foundation can be helpful to locate raw dairy resources. Their website (www.realmilk.
com) should give you chapter locations as well as the date and location of their annual convention. If you live
near Lakeview, called the store or email, and we can give you contact information for the local chapters.
If you are like me, and cannot tolerate dairy products (neither raw nor processed), dont cry. There are
good alternatives. We recommend rice milk, almond milk, rice yogurt, coconut yogurt, rice ice cream, almond
cheese, and organic goat cheese. We generally do not recommend soy products (like Silk) unless they are
certied organic and made from whole soy. Soy isolates have been known to be very inammatory. Many soy
products contain phyto estrogens. These are not very healthy for males, growing children, or women who have
estrogen dominance and weight issues.
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2000 Chevrolet SILVERADO 4x4
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2002 Chevrolet CAVALIER
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2002 Chevrolet CAVALIER
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2002 GMC YUKON
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2003 Buick CENTURY
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2003 Chevrolet CUTAWAY VAN
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2006 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
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2006 Ford TAURUS
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2006 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
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2007 Ford TAURUS
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23 May 2012
Open Letter To Our Neighbors
In light of recently enacted legislation and ordinances, we felt it necessary to
let you know who we are and what we stand for. First of all, we are medical
marijuana patients and their families. For the most part, we are no different
than you except we chose to take some measure of control over our own
health and care. Most of us have lived for some time with serious debilitat-
ing medical conditions and as such have been treated with a host of drugs
before seeking relief with MMj (medical marijuana). This is what is usually
left out of the conversation. The average MMj patient is 52 years old with a
medical history of being treated with prescribed drugs that have serious side
effects, and about a good chance of being legally disabled. Once we start
medicating with MMj, our use of the other drugs goes down dramatically. So
with that in mind, we present to you from the Center for Disease Control,
Bureau of Vital Statistics, 2008.
Annual American Deaths from:
Tobacco ............. 400,000
Alcohol ............... 100,000
All Legal Drugs .... 20,000
All Illegal Drugs.... 15,000
Caffeine ................. 2,000
Aspirin....................... 500
Marijuana ...................... 0
In the future, we intend to explain how the recently enacted Reynolds Town-
ship MMj ordinance is in violation of MI state law, and the nancial risk of
such to the Township residents plus the ramications of recently enacted
state legislation.
Yours Respectfully,
North Star Community Club
Next open meeting is 6pm, 4 June 2012 @ Eds on M46
Paid for by North Star Community Club
CHURCH DIRECTORY
Rev. Darryl Miller
Phone: 616-636-5673
Worship Service 9:30 am
Childrens Church 9:30 am
~ FOR RENT ~
Church Ed. Building with fully
equipped kitchen. Make reservations
now 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 LAKE
UNITED
METHODIST
CHURCH
45 6th St. Sand Lake
Emmanuel
Baptist
Church
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.
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 Baptist
Church
HERITAGE
United Methodist Church
19931 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
Ofce 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 Discipleship
groups offered throughout the week.
For more info, call or visit our web site at:
www.grace-hc.org
Email: grace@oneisp.net
Pastor Joel Cooper
Pastor Jorge Ballivian
231-937-6440 or 937-6833
Corner of Cypress & 136th
www.ensleyumc.org
Rev. Darryl Miller
Ofce: 616-636-5659
Sunday Worship 11 am
Open Hearts, Open Minds,
Open Doors
South Ensley
United
Methodist
Church
Youre Invited To
Pierson
Bible Church
101 Grand Pierson, MI
Worship 11:00 am
Evening 6:00 pm
Teens 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)
Non-Denominational
Pentecostal Grace
180 E. Lake St.
SAND LAKE
1 block E. of Trafc Light
Sunday School 10 am
Sunday Morning 11 am
Sunday Night 6 pm
Wed. Bible Study 7 pm
Pastor Verta Giddings
(616) 636-5628
Pastor Gary Giddings
(616) 799-0331
231-937-4921
Pastor Steven Frentz
Worship Service 9:30 am
Sat. Night Service 5:00
Youth Activities - Call Church
www.bethellutheranchurchonline.org
Bethel
Lutheran
Church
M-46 East of Old 131
Deereld
Bible Church
To know Christ and
to make Christ known.
759 150th Avenue Morley
Pastor Frank Taylor
231-580-9649
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service 11:00 a.m.
Evening Service 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m.
110 Edgar St. Lakeview
1 Mile North of M-46 on Youngman Rd.
Sunday Morning Worship
9:30 am
Sunday School 11 am
Sunday Evening Bible Study
6 pm
Wednesday Kids Program &
Prayer Meeting 7 pm
Other Opportunities: Choir,
Small Group Bible Studies,
& Youth Groups
989-352-6836
St. Margaret Mary
Catholic Church
Sunday Morning Worship
9 AM
Tues. & Thurs. Morning
Worship
8:30 AM
Rev. Joseph Pettit
1051 E. Howard City Rd.
Edmore
989-427-5645
9530 N. Federal
Howard City, MI 49329
231-937-5606
Sun. 8:30am - Traditional
Sun. 11am - Contemporary
& Kidz JAMM
Wed. 7pm - All ages
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A Christian Reformed
Ministry
Tent Services Begin
10 am May 27th
CONCERTS 6 PM
July 15 & 29, Sept. 2
231-937-5250
On M-82, 5 miles west of
Howard City
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Drop Off Donations:
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93 Gibbs St., White Cloud
8:30am-3pm/Until June 4th
Yard Sale June 8th & 15th
9am - 3pm
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Contact Maxine Scram for an application at 231-519-1374
All campers will be checked for head lice before admitted as a camper
Campers Gender: Male or Female Shirt Size: (Circle) (Youth or Adult) S M L XL
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Parent or Guardian Name (Please print) ___________________________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________
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Kitchen appliance included. Large size city lot. New furnace 2011. Walking distance to all schools, parks, and shopping. $65,900
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private aerated 1/2 acre pond stocked with sh, sandy beach. Home warranty. Close to golf courses, lakes & downtown Greenville.
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