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Serving PortionS of MontcalM, MecoSta, newaygo and Kent countieS
WINTERFEST DISPLAY WINNERS
WINNERS: Business division (LEFT) The Village of Howard City, Mark Rambo, Village
Manager and residential division (RIGHT) Brent Poprawski, Howard City, resident. (AT RIGHT)
From left to right, the judges, Ronna Kilts, First Runner Up, Sarah Vuillemont, Harvest Festival
Queen, and Dakota Niles, Second Runner Up
POLAR PLUNGE
Be sure to check out pictures of all of the entered

displays on the website; howardcity.org.
Thank you to all of the businesses and residents of
Howard City that entered the contest this year.
A special thank you goes out to our judges for the
business division; the 2010 Howard City Harvest Festival
Queen and her court.
WINNERS: (LEFT) Marianne VanBennekom, Panhandle Area Chamber of Commerce, Thank you for making the 2011 Winterfest a memo-
Dennis Thenikl, Winterfest Penguin Polar Plunge Race First Place Winner (RIGHT) rable one.
VanBennekom, Panhandle Area Chamber of Commerce, Sherril Gillespie, second place Submitted by Paige Denslow and Tesha Gould ---
winner Winterfest Penguin Polar Plunge Race.
Winterfest Committee
MINI MED SCHOOL

Fifth-graders at Baldwin
Heights Elementary School “op-
erated” on “bodies” they made
from papier-mâché and Twizzlers
on Thursday, Jan. 20, transform-
ing the school’s gym into a “Mini
Medical School.” The Mini Med
School concluded a four-week
science unit focusing on the hu-
man body and its systems.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR POLICY

DEADLINES INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Letters published in the River Valley Record-En-
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terprise do not reflect the overall opinion of the paper.
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community who wishes to express their view of a certain Classified/Display advertising . . . . Noon on Thursday Page 7
issue. Letters should be in good taste and no longer than
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For more information, contact the River Valley Office n MCC Honors, Page 8
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Remembering: This article is going to Commander Dennis, Dee H., Jim, Dee B., and Bingo. And myself, Mrs Claus, handed
seem out of place, but with Santa and I Bess, Bill and two guests, and members of out hats and gloves to the men and women
getting back to the North Pole I have time The Lakeview Post went to Grand Rapids there. This is another job well done by the
now to write this. On December 21, 2010 Home for Veterans. They put on a lunch VFW and Auxiliary Thank you, Mrs Claus
CHAMBER NEWS
Casey and Clare Arm-
strong of Grand Rapids are
pleased to announce the birth
of their first child, a daugh-
ter Berkley Ann Elizabeth
Armstrong.
Born on Jan.
12, 2011 at
Spectrum
Butterworth,
weighing
4 lbs. 12
ounces and
18 inches
long.
Proud
first-time
grandparents are Brian and
Elizabeth Higgins of Grand
Rapids and Don and Ruth Ann
Armstrong of Sand Lake. Also
welcoming Berkley are great-
grandmas, Norma Gross of
Sand Lake, Esther Armstrong
of Pierson and Jacqueline
Higgins of Toledo, Ohio, along
with many excited aunts,
uncles and cousins
Samantha Lambright and

Erik Faulkner of Big Rapids
happily announce the birth of
Ayla Bethany Faulkner on Jan.
17 in The Birthing Center at
Mecosta County Medical Cen-
In photo, Dee Becker, VFW Post and businesses for their support: Village pendent Bank, Firstbank, Stein Brothers ter in Big Rapids. Welcoming
3006 Auxiliary, presents a donation to of Howard City and the DPW, Pere Mar- Pizza, River Valley News Shopper, Kindel baby home are grandparents
Winterfest Committee members Mark quette Snowmobile Club, Howard City and Company, Community First Fed- George and Connie Lambright
Stevens, Prudential Preferred Realtors, Downtown Development Authority, West eral Credit Union, Mattson’s Hardware, of Howard City and Cheryl
and Marianne VanBennekom, Panhandle Michigan Snow Runner, TCH Reynolds JandH Family Stores, Howard City Chiro- Gardenour of White Cloud;
Area Chamber of Commerce director. Township Library, Howard City VFW Post practic, Print and Save Now!, SR Automo- great-grandparents Cleo and
The Auxiliary’s generous donation was # 3306, Women’s Auxiliary of Howard tive, Muse Dance Academy, High Point Vera Saxton of Grant, Pat Lam-
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the funding and promotion of Winterfest. Lions Club, Latitudes Restaurant, Droski Bills, Tim Kitner with Tri County Schools, of Big Rapids, and Richard
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TRI COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL

9th Grade lebury, Tyler Huston, Ryan Inman, Jett Jelinski,
Christian Johnson, Macey Ketelaar, Jordan Kinsey,
Devin Thurston, Connor Vanderhyde, Cassandra
Vodry, Sarah Vuillemot, Austin Weining, Christo-
Jordan Atkins, Hannah Akey, Whitney AMe- Maria Lagunas, Audree Lalonde, Steven Lehmkuh- pher White, Haylee Williams, Casey Wood, Meghan
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ler, McKenna Clark, Alicia Curtis, Landon Dailey,
Tiffany Davis, Tyler Day, James Degeer, Mollyanne Diego Pignanessi, Andy Pyne, Allyson Rackley, Juan 12th Grade
DeJohn, Matthew Dever, Cassandra Dexter, Michael Reyes, Andrew Rienks, Dustin Ruppert, Payton
Schrader, Shana Shqair, Trent Slavens, Cody Smits, John Adams, Justin Aiken, Nate Akey, Brianna
Fellows, Alexis Firovich, Alyssa Gardner, Chelsea Ashley, Alissa Ball, Felicia Balyeat, Caitlin Becker,
Goodfellow, Emily Gould, Elijah Groendal, Anthony Bryant Strong, Jade Tafe, Derek Talsma, Mallorie
Taylor, Ricki Thielke, Brittany Vanderzand, Sienna Emilie Beckman, Kyle Bergman, Shelbi Besemer,
Guppy, Nanise Hadley, Michael Heiss, Alexandrea Kristen Bessey, Lena Beuscher, Jennifer Bitler, Col-
Vandyke, Brooke Vos, Kayla Vos, Karley Wagner,
Hershberger, Jonathon Hill, Leah Hoane, Cam- lin Boden, Debora Boneta, Samantha Jo Bourdon,
Victoria Wirick, Madison Woodman-Miller
eron Hysell, Tiara Kerr, Nicole Ketelaar, Anthony Emily Britten, Cherilynn Brooks, Nicholas Buck-
Khoury, Jacob Knox, Lydsae Kranz, Kira Longcore, ingham, Julie Buckmaster, Silvia Carestiato, Stacy
Khyllian Lowry, Michaela Lytle, Micki Martin, Paige
McGhan, Matthew McGuire, Taylor Merchant, Ca-
11th Grade Chatman, Shawn Collins, Jade Degeer, Samual Dex-
ter, Katelyn Ebenstein, Erik Einum, Ashlie Feikema,
leb Miller, Chelsey Modzelewski, Casey Moore, Scott Joshua Alles, Devin Anderson, Jack-Daniel Arm- Frazier Firovich, Seth Fliearman, Lauren Fox, Nik-
Myers, Sarah Paepke, Kendall Powell, Kimberly strong, Tyler Ashley, Emily Austin, Natasha Azure, kol Friar, Trevor Gould, Denton Grant, Justin Grav-
Redner, Jordin Rubingh, Tanner Ruppert, Taylor Olivia Barrett, Tyler Bennett, Camden Birdsell, elin, Angela Gray, Justin Gray, Kailey Grospin, Jas-
Scheidel, Ashlyn Sutton, Opal Tafe, Dylan Talsma, Mercede Boden, Rebecca Bogardus, Paul Bradley, min Guppy, Desmond Harold, Samantha Hodges,
Alicia Todd, Kolten Waterman, Stephen White Keegan Brewster, Rebecca Brooks, Alanna Butler, Catherine Howe, Brandie Hoyt, Panisa Jarukornva-
Jaxson Butler, Cassandra Cook, Zachary Devault, sin, Andrew Jason, Adam Johnson, Courtney Keech,
Tranquility Devereaux, Keyonna Devries, Cody De- Nicholas Ketelaar, William Keuhs III, Ronna Kilts,
10th Grade witt, Benjamin Durian, Brandon Empie, Michael Cassandra Kinser, Kendra Klein, Cody Klunder,
Franken, Tylor French, Kaitlyn Geers, Jessica Gib- Mariah Kohn, Megan Kuzee, Cody Laramy, Ger-
James Abbott, Jared Aiken, Peter Baak, Dana son, Alyssa Griffin, Jonah Groendal, Cody Gross, ald Lawrence, Sangwon Lee, Michael Lovley, Alicia
Ballivian, Katlynne Baron, Allison Barr, Dominique Shayna Gross, Karlie Haywood, Lauren Hinton, Marek, Cheyenanna McClure, Alexander McKeever,
Bartholomy, Robert Bean, Brooke Besemer, Emma Carlton Hodges, Amber Imhoff, Bridget Inman, Da- Gina Mencarelli, Shara Meredith, Kyle Merlington,
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on Dewey, Tiffany Dillon, Cody Dines, Bradley Ed- Garvey, Jessica McKenna, Shelby Meernik, Bailey Olsen, Alexandreia Overla, Ponnatcha Pakulpongsa,
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es, Jeremy Hoezee, Lindsay Holliman, Mark Huck- thy Thielke, Andrew Thompson, Ashley Thornhill, Wrench, Heather Wynsma, Joseph Zukowski
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Lakeview Jaycees Winterfest set for Feb. 11-13 Fremont

The Lakeview Jaycees, in conjunction
with BEVRA snowmobile racing, will host
snowmobile racing, snowmobile demos,
a vintage snowmobile trail ride, a vintage
Everyone is welcome to come join in the
fun!
Sno-Bash set
the first annual Lakeview Jaycees Winter-
fest February 11 through 13.
snowmobile show, a 1,000 foot Radar Run,
fishing tournament, Polar Dip, Hole in One
For a full listing of events as well as
times and locations, please visitwww.villa-
for Feb. 5
Many fun activities are planned for Tournament, Kids’ Games, and Igloo mak- geoflakeview.com or call (989) 352-6069 or
Are you looking for some-
the entire family including, all day vintage ing and story time. (989)560-3781.
thing fun to do outside? Come
on out and chase away those
SAND LAKE winter blues and have some

fun at the Fremont Sno-Bash.
There’s lots of things to do for
the whole family. For more in-
formation, contact the Chamber
office a (231) 924-0770.
All Day Self Guided Snow
Shoe Walk - Branstrom Park
(Free) ~Maps available at the
Fremont Chamber office
9 a.m. - noon - Fremont
Soccer Club Sign-Ups - Fremont
Chamber of Commerce
10 a.m. Frostbite Run
- Fremont High School ~ For
more information visit www.
fremontxc.com
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Snow Flake
Scavenger Hunt - Downtown
Fremont
Additional details avail-
able at Market Place Pavilion
- Fremont Fun Cash Prizes
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Snowball
Bowling Contest - Fremont
Market Place ~ Kids 12 and Un-
der, Get a Strike win a prize
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sno-Bash
Vintage Sled Show/Swap - Fre-
mont Market Place
Public welcome to display
their vintage snowmobiles
11:30 am - 1:30 pm Chili &
Salsa Competition - Fremont
Market Place (Cash Prizes)
Contact the Fremont Area
Chamber for registration infor-
mation
Sand Lake 500 Snowmobile Drag Races Bowl of chili available to the
public for $1.00 donation
and Winterfest set for Feb. 12 3 p.m. Judging of the Com-

munity Snow Sculpture Contest
6 p.m. Guided - Twilight
The Sand Lake 500 Snowmobile Drag p.m. Good Luck to all the Fishermen and sculpture demonstration at the pavilion. If Snow Shoe Walk - Branstrom
Races and Winterfest will be held on Satur- women. you get cold, you can stop in at the Meth- (Free) ~ Start at lower parking
day February 12th. We are all excited about Winterfest Golf will also take place on odist Church for hot coffee, hot chocolate, lot - bring lights
Yankee Zephyr Racing coming back for the beautiful Sand Lake. This will be a 9 hole and cookies. They are also hosting a craft
second year. This race is open to the public, course with the average distance of 30 for the kids, and a bake sale. Don’t forget to
so bring your sleds, bring your friends, and yards to the flag. Bring your clubs, colored get your raffle ticket for the Garmin GPS.
race your friends as many times as you can golf balls will be provided. Tee off will start The outhouse races will be held on Ma- Does your
get back in line. Gate fee is $10, Racing is at 1 p.m. We have received some wonderful ple Street in front of Mary Queen of Apos-
$20. The track is located at the Sand Lake gifts for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place winners from tles Catholic Church. Get your (3) person ‘remote’
water tower adjacent to the White Pine Pilgrims Run, Whitefish Golf course, and team together, build your outhouse, and
Trail The Falls at Barber Creek. Prizes will be register at 12:30. Races start at 1 p.m. control you?
The Winterfest brings an array of fun awarded at the Sand Bar immediately fol- Don’t forget to decorate and name your
activities for everyone who isn’t at the lowing. Sign up at the Sand Bar or Peterson outhouse. There will be prizes! North AmericAN Precis
race track. First we are kicking off the day Tax and Accounting on Lake Street. $10 for And while you are there, stop in at the syNdicAte
with a Pancake breakfast at the VFW hall adults, $5 for kids under 12. Catholic church for their second best sale. If your home is like many in
right down town on Lake Street. You will For lunch, you might want to take Get warm and do a little bargain shop- the U.S., you have at least four
be served scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, the family to the Resurrection Lutheran ping! remote control devices and need
home made toast, coffee, juice, & PAN- Church just off Northland Drive. They will Keep your eyes open for the horse to push a lot of buttons to sim-
CAKES! All of this for $7, Seniors - $5, provide a Hot Dog, chips, and a pop for drawn Sleigh. Flag them down and go for ply watch TV or a DVD. Since
Kids 10 & under - $3. $2.50. While there the kids can participate a ride, it’s FREE! While you are on the 2005, the average number of re-
The ice fishing contest on Sand Lake in their carnival which includes two bounce Sleigh, take the family to the Nelson Town- mote controls in the living room
will start at 8 a.m. and go until 4 p.m. houses, bowling, lollipop tree, crafts and ship Library. They will be hosting crafts for has grown worldwide and, as a
There is a cash prize of $100 for the heavi- more. This will be from noon until 3 p.m. the kids, snowman building contest from 11 result, consumers are showing
est fish, and $100 for the longest fist. If this The adults will want to stop by the Ea- a.m. - noon (prizes for 1st and 2nd place), a a clear interest in technologies
is the same fish, then some lucky fisherman gles Club and the Sand Bar to taste each story time, hot chocolate, a book sale, and that make home entertainment
will win the entire $200. You can register of their special recipe chili in a Winterfest MORE. simple again.
at the Blackdog Outfitters on Lake St. Reg- commemorative mug. Please go to www.sandlakechamberof- Fortunately, with the right
istration is from now until 10a.m. on Feb- You will want to stop at Salsbury Park commerce.com for all of the details. We are remote, you can replace up to a
ruary 12, Winterfest day. The weighing and to see all of the Vintage Snowmobiles that looking forward to seeing you there. dozen others.
the measuring will take place back at the will be there from 9a.m. through the after- Submitted by Brenda Ridgeway, VP According to the “Global
Blackdog Outfitters between 4 p.m. and 5 noon. You will also be able to watch the ice Sand Lake Chamber of Commerce Remote Control Trends Study”
by independent research firm
Wakefield Research, nine out
of ten Americans believe their
home entertainment experience
would be more enjoyable if they
only needed to push a single but-
ton to enjoy their favorite televi-
sion show or movie.
Other findings in the survey
include:
n One in five Americans owns
a device, such as a DVD player or
home audio system, that is con-
nected but rarely or never used
due to a missing remote.
n Two out of three Americans
have lost the remote in or around
their home.
n More than a quarter of
Americans would rather give up
their toothbrush for an entire
month than their remote con-
trol.
MCC FALL 2010 HONORS

SIDNEY – The Montcalm Lyons: Ashley Holton and Brandt, Bobbie Bright, Frazier Greenville: Andrew Fenwick: Christian Jew-
Community College fall 2010 Christina McCarty. Firovich, Ronda Magoon, Acker, Wendy Allen, Lucas ell, Andra Loucks and Corinne
semester honors lists include Maple Rapids: Shawn Mariah Mathews, Peggy Pe- Brokaw, Joel Bryan, Bren- Spear.
548 students. Good and Alicia Miller. terman, Brandon White and don Chrisman, Alec Dakin, Gowen: Bruce Allen,
Of these, 269 students Morley: Cathy Moore. Sara White. Rebecca Dean, Samantha Mark Brown, Haley Clark,
obtained a 3.7 to 4.0 GPA Newaygo: Mary Pryer. Hubbardston: Andrew Hodges, Earl Hollar III, Tina Tyler Cranmer, Nicolette Nor-
earning them a place on the Orleans: Amanda Brown, Brianna Fuller and McGill, Lanny Miller, Kyle man and Benjamin Verway.
President’s Honors List or the Hamilton and Paloma Ibarra- Tanya Holland. Naffziger, Else Olsen, Stephen Grand Rapids: Amanda
Part-time President’s Honors Ramirez. Ionia: Cherie Aquino, Jes- Russell, Heather Sherwood, Shack.
List and 279 students earned Pierson: Gina Dillon and sica Chubb, Anthony Drake, Penny Simones, Dustin Sno- Greenville: Nicole Akker-
a place on the Honors List or Herbert Jones. Jenifer Morseau, Albert Mur- ap, Amanda Stafford, Marlo huis, Craig Bigelow, Taylor
Part-time Honors List with Portland: Felicia Hull. ray, Anton Ponischil, Joseph Tiffany, David Vandenburg, Charlefour, Elizabeth Cooley,
GPAs of 3.3 to 3.69. Full-time Riverdale: Rosella La- Smith and Josh Vallad. Christian Wagner and Lindsey Marcus Cooper, Joanna
students must have earned at Paugh. Lake Odessa: Emily Walker. Corder, Laurie Ann Derosha,
least 12 credits during the se- Rockford: Alisha Ja- Rohrbacher. Howard City: Anna Patrick DeYoung, Amy Dil-
mester and part-time students cobsson, Rebekah Jacobsson, Lakeview: Alyssa Grego- Allington, Kacey Anderson, lon, Richard Dunham, Erica
must have earned at least six Page Lombardo-Elmore, Julie ry, Melissa Inman, Erika Jo- Dylan Lewis, Janel Munsell, Eckert, Angela Hansen, Tana
credits during the semester to Walker and Lindsay Witt. seph, Cody Poulson, Bridgette Robert Soles and Heather Jenks, Marilyn Keen-Wood-
be eligible for honors. A list Sand Lake: Joel Herald, Premo, Patty Premo, Myriah Walker. ruff, Susan Larsen, Nichole
of the honors students and Sara Ransom and Steven Schwartz and Montanna Ionia: Terri Bennett, Matulaitis, Amanda Pack-
their city or town of residence Scholten. Ward. Kasey Brown, Katie Dwyer, ard, Jennifer Reynolds, Amy
follows. Sheridan: Abigail Geh- Lyons: Kyle Shattuck. Dawn Eastman, Shannon Rus, Blake Schrader, Alexis
rke, Tiantaya Perry, Marissa McBride: Andy Wilcox. Jones, Rachel Kasper, Stef- Thacker, Emily Tousley,
Petersen, Stephaine Ryan, Middleton: Josh Inniger. fanie Lake, Michael Leary and Ruby VanderKodde, Heather
President’s Kayla Skinner and Megan Mt. Pleasant: Kathleen Leah Spohr. VanderStel, Eric Vaughn, Car-
Waite. Stuner. Kent City: Linda John- rie Vickers, Lindsay Weeden,
Honors list Sidney: Nick Muns and Muir: Kayice Smith. son. Jessica White, Olive White,
Serena Yildirm. Newaygo: Jessica Coo- Lakeview: Seth Baird, Christopher Williams and
(3.7 to 4.0 GPA): Sparta: David Sumpter. per. Ian Conway, Benjamin Gary Williams.
Alma: Amber Bowerman. Stanton: Rhonda Blais- Perrinton: Brooke A. Royston, Gail Shurlow and Howard City: Ashley
Belding: Nancy Comp- dell, Rayann Horner, Kaleigh Baker, Jessica Buck and Kelly Wright. Greenhoe, Tim Metzger and
ton, Josh Fuller, Edward Nielsen, Kristilyn Palmer, Heather Wachowski. Lansing: Ashley Post. Colleen Ritz.
Gundrum, Amanda Johnson, Cindy Patmore, Cassandra Pierson: Patricia Becker, McBride: LauraLee Hubbardston: Heather
Rachel McGee, Christopher Peterson, Melissa Raible, Brandon Striegle and Alexan- Parcher. Nash.
Ogden and Karalyn Simmons. Britta Ross, Tricia Smyth, der Walli. Morley: Thomas Wheel- Ionia: Uchenna Amadi,
Carson City: Tanya Kayla Trygstad, Elmer Vera Riverdale: Tiffany Ho- er. Bonnie Arrell, Stephanie
Douglas, Kyle Hagerman, and Joshua Wills. gan. Orleans: Joel Palmer. Bowne, Emily Carmey, Devin
John Parks and Andrew Rockford: Ashley Kitch- Pierson: Michelle John- Elliott, Ryan Emery, Michael
en and April Yowtz. ston and Tonya Warren. Garnes II, Antonio Hayes,
Seiler.
Cedar Springs: Kelly El-
Part-time Sand Lake: Jill Sand Lake: Betty Leeuw, Jessica Kemp, James Lee III,
Burkhardt and Sonjia Hen- Nathan Maxson and Scott Joshua Malone, Kody Mayse,
lick, Julie Greenbauer, Melet-
ta Pangborn, Trisha Schmidt
President’s nings. Wilson. Jeremy McGill-Smith, Mar-
Saranac: Jessica Fritz Saranac: Stacey Kirby quille Rowe, Ashley Sims,
and Nicholas Wagner.
Coral: Elizabeth Corne-
Honors List Sheridan: Debra Barnes, and Cassandra Leslie. Charles Talbert and Jessica
Lori Hufford, Trisha Lillie, Sheridan: Brooke Hus- Wandel.
lisse.
Crystal: Amber Beechler,
(3.7 to 4.0 GPA): Sarah Parr and Courtney tin, Kristina Pritchard, Renee Lakeview: Lindsey Bras-
Marcy Dent, Paige Spalsbury Alma: Laura Clark and Spittka. Reeve, Roger Tinnin, Amanda ington, Cassie Hopkins, Kylee
and Micah Watson. Jose Ramirez. Sidney: Dawn Sellers. Waite, Branden Wheeler and Jensen, Kimberly Reiffer and
Edmore: Kari Alexander, Belding: Dana Alexan- Six Lakes: Cade An- Kelly Zeller. Garrett Wesseling.
Morgan Bandfield, Wendy der-Brom, Melanie Arnold, dersen, Morgan Andersen, Six Lakes: Rebekah Lowell: Kristina Bem and
Binge, Amanda Sutten, Amy Matthew Bannen, Michael Karen Fuller, Dawn Waite and Barnes and Ricky Huff. Glenda Davenport.
Thrush and Meekin Udell. Hinds, Cynthia Hoag, Kevin Catrina Woodruff. St. Johns: Elizabeth Middleton: Monica
Fenwick: Johnathon Krouse, Victoria Langsdale, Stanton: Bree Muilen- Moore. Acker, Kelsey Hyde, Clarissa
Heath, Christopher Mc- Kevin Lipp and Michael Van- burg, Taryn Muilenburg, Jeff Stanton: Rebecca Payne and Bailey Steiss.
Glamery, Hannah Middleton, Wormer II. Ridgeway, Tressa Sorsen and Bean, Timothy Bennett, Morley: Regina Nestle.
Ian Parks, Carrie Strong and Blanchard: Julie David- Brian Swarts. Scott Brigham, Cassandra Perrinton: Ross Madden
Rachel VanKleeck. son, Mark DeYoung and Kay Trufant: Terry Smith, Chinevere, Scott Fish, Carrie and Kylie Mills.
Gowen: Cheryl Bergeron, E. Karcher. Heather Stevens and Sally Hallihan, Jordan Hoffman, Pierson: Olivia Garga-
Christin Croad, Daniel Jones, Carson City: Jennifer Wingate. Alexandria Jeffery, Charity gliano.
Jessica McDaniel, Doreen Castillo and Ashley Corder. Vestaburg: Kayla Dill, Mackie, James Scott, Tiphanie Portland: Stephanie Jor-
Reynolds and Synthia Taylor. Cedar Springs: Susan Leslie Johnson, Cari Litwiller Spaulding, Jessica Wernette dan and Angela Wren.
Grand Rapids: Kath- Atkinson, Joann Learned, and Samuel McNerney. and Samantha Wiser. Riverdale: Carmen Rod-
erine Beach and Meredith Bonnie Nelson and Rebekah Trufant: Maxwell Newell. gers, Miranda Stout and Paige
Vestaburg: Ariyah Winkelman.
Hammond.
Greenville: Julienne
Raisch.
Comstock Park: Thomas Honors List Carr, Dawson Mallay, Jacob Rockford: Kerri Clement
McAlvey, Chris Peasley, David and Hilary Harrington.
Adrianse, Ronda Allen,
Michael Bunce, Lucas Camp-
Beeney.
Coral: Shara Meredith.
(3.3 to 3.69 GPA): Pettit Jr., Lydia Ryckman and Sand Lake: Douglas Reed
bell, Kinsey Christensen, Ami Crystal: Samantha An- Jenessa Wing. and Sarah Rienks.
Alma: Timothy Conner
Cope, Ruth Coston, Camille derson and Kenneth Mcintrye Saranac: Elizabeth Bacon
and Veronica Story.
and Andrea Sage.
Gaffney, Keleigh Garvey,
Helen Greenhoe, Michael
Jr.
Edmore: Elaine Low-
Belding: Marcy For-
rest, Angela Insley, Rachael
Part-time Sheridan: Kayla Anaya,
Diane Hamlin, Elizabeth Lin-
Hatch, Jessie Howard, Han-
nah Hutson, Katie Kohn,
ery, Jessica Palmer, Teresa
Papendick, Katrina Soper and
Jensen, Erik Thaxton, Kyle
Thaxton, Randy Treynor and
Honors List geman, Larry Matson, Tammy
Miller, Teren Turner and Lois
Katherine Laidlaw, Matthew
Lofts, Kendra Moon, Jeffery
Sydnee Stratton.
Fenwick: Jasmine Childs,
Diane Wisman.
Blanchard: Danielle
(3.3 to 3.69 GPA): Westfall.
Navarro, Jeremy Neve, Troi Antonio Smith and Mark Alma: Eric DeLong and Sidney: Evon Christensen
Foster.
Prosser, Clara Ramirez, Katee VanKleeck. Terrin Smith. and Jennifer Williams.
Breckenridge: Emily
Ramirez, Amanda Redding, Gowen: April Allenbaugh, Ashley: Garrett Slavik. Six Lakes: Jeffrey Beach,
Saxton.
Billie Sanders, Eric Scranton, Kelli Larsen, Donna Seelman, Belding: Olga Gwinn, Au- Justin Dilday, Chariti Hill
Carson City: Karen
Kelcie Spohn, Erica TreJo, James Swigart, Tyler Tiffany drey Hotchkiss, Mary Huyck, Withey, Allison Moore, Adam
Harrington, Leanne Lance,
Kathryn Wall, Will Wilder Jr., and Savannah Wilson. Corynne LeBel, Patrick Papendick, Jamie Ropoleski
Jeremy McAlvey and Lisa
Kimberlee Wotring and Lisa Greenville: Gerald O’Donnel, Sean O’Donnel and and Brent Wilcox.
Needham.
Wotring. Bailey, Patricia Butts, An- Corey Yeasley. St. Louis: Rachelle Bor-
Cedar Springs: Wendy
Howard City: Pamela drew Chrisman, Bryon Belmont: Janet Scofield. der.
Kempkers, John Klas, Tammy
Bogucki, Tara Braun, Jolene Cooper, Veronica Dawson, Blanchard: Carrie Lud- Stanton: Jacob Baldwin,
Price and Rebecca Schatz.
Gitchel, Edward Kusmierski, Lois Elliott, Jessica Goodwin, wig. Erin Berzley, Rylie Buck,
Crystal: Jennifer Bahm
Breanna Lintemuth, Ryan Rachel Hammond, Nicole Carson City: Anjali Wayne Bupp II, Jody Collins,
and Amber Hoitinga.
Ruzek, Rachel Weed and Hrynchyshyn, Larissa John- Bhimalli, Alicen Esch, Judith Sarah Crawford, Christopher
Edmore: Ethan Anna,
Deborah Woodard. son, Gentri King, Steven Miller, Kaci Miller, Amber Foster, Cody Mogdis, Miranda
Alyssa Ball, Evan Ellis, Kayla
Hubbardston: Debbie Koonce, Kamey Krum-Howe, Pinkston and Charleen Shubi- Petersen, Brittany Sinclair,
Hale, Amber Johnson and
Waite. Lori Nyenhuis, Britney Pe- towski. Chelsea Smith, Lloyd Strawn,
Elizabeth Williams.
Ionia: David Bailey, Jen- tersen, Stephanie Rectenwal, Cedar Springs: Rachelle Jason Triggs, Rachel VanZo-
Elwell: Tiffanie Hoorn-
nicee Battle, Stacy Everitt, Shawn Robinson, Carmalene Fretz and Chelsey Petersen. est and Susanna Yoder.
stra.
Kimberly Hawley and Heather Slentz, Lorinda Strouse, Crystal: Shawn Stewart Sumner: Jeremy McMul-
Fenwick: Delia Bailey, Lori
Kline, Brenda Mapes, Melinda Andrea Taylor, Erica Thomas, and Nathan Wing. len.
Daly, Kristina Deacons, Gina
Platte and Edna Thompson. Timera Tiffany, Deborah Van- Edmore: Albert Alderton, Vestaburg: Trudy Austin,
Heath, David Nelson, James
Lakeview: David Hansen denburg, Katherine Wagner, Amber Devlin, Jeramie Man- Lauren Bissell, Ashley Gonza-
Sisler and Rachael Zeigler.
II, Nichole Johnson, Sheila Tasha Welch, Brittany Well- gus, Nathan Peterson, Trisha lez, Beau Kuhn, Rachael Otto,
Gowen: Robert Kelley.
Sheneman and Linda Voelker. man and Ric Woods. Seeley, Billi Smith and Sage Drew Snyder, Ashton Welch
Grand Rapids: Allison
Lowell: Katy Horsley. Howard City: Rose Thebo. and Jarred Wing.
Ohman.
030 Special Notices People Helping People.
FORECLOSURE ABANDONED STOR-
AGE units: Sold to highest bidder unless
redeemed before sale on Saturday, Feb- FREE 2 Week Trial
ruary 12, 2011, 9:30am, C&D Self Stor-
age, 18883 Almy Rd., Howard City. V.
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Applications are being taken to fill the un-expired term on the Big
NOTICE IS HEREBY given that January
(231) 796-4658 (231) 652-2337 Technology that allows you
to use your cell or touch tone
Prairie Township Parks Commission.
phone to adjust your Anthem!
Peggy Frank, MA, CCC-A
31, 2011 at 12:00 pm, Midway Self Stor-
age will be offering for sale under the judi- You must be a Township Resident.
cial lien process by public sale the fol-
lowing storage units. The sale will be cash HORSE RIDING LESSONS For more information and an application, please contact me at the number
below. Deadline for applications is February 3, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
only. Midway Self Storage reserves the
right to refuse any and all offers. The sale
IN CEDAR SPRINGS
Now enrolling students for spring riding. Judith Baker, Clerk • 231-652-7390
R Place Ranch
will be at the following location 23490 Jef-
ferson Rd., Newaygo, MI 49337. Lyle
Big Prairie Township, 5160 Croton-Hardy Dr, Newaygo, MI 49337
Hiskey B5 and Roger Jones C12&13.
Tom & Sherrie Logsdon, Instructors
PANCAKE BREAKFAST @HOWARD
CITY VFW Feb 5th 7am-11am $6-
All ages are welcome WINFIELD TOWNSHIP
Riding all year long: January 13, 2011
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT. Indoor arena, trails, outdoor jumping
PROCEEDS GOING TOWARDS course, ride english or western Meeting called to order and opened with the Pledge by Supervisor Phyllis Larson.
LOCAL FOOD PANTRY & LOCAL Girl Scounts can earn badges Members present: Supervisor Phyllis Larson, Clerk Colleen Stebbins, Treasurer Roy
SAFETY CLASSES We are a full-service working horse ranch, Killinger, Trustee Dan Kanouse and Trustee Jim Radford.
specializing in teaching horse lovers of all ages & APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Motion by Roy, second by Dan to approve the
experience the skill of properly working with and agenda, voice vote, motion passed.
enjoying the friendship or horses
PLEASE SHOVEL CLERK REPORT: Stand approved as corrected.
13021 Stout Ave. • Cedar Springs
OUT Your Mailbox! TREASURER REPORT: Fire Department $16,977.46, Municipal fund $33,830.55,
If our drivers can't reach your
616-696-4391 Tax account $5,515.41, General checking $64,669.26 for a total of $120,992.68. In-
mailbox, they can't deliver Rplace@wmis.net • www.RPlaceRanch.net terest this month $35.95. Two million dispersed to schools yesterday. Out of 1755
your shopper's guide and/or parcels, about 950 have paid to date. Stand approved as read with Treasurer, Clerk,
and Bank balancing.
newspaper. Give our drivers
a hand and shovel around CARS TO BE AUCTIONED TO THE PUBLIC
MONDAY, JAN. 31 • 6:30 PM
REPORTS: Assessor Jerrilynn Strong reporting getting ready for Board of Review
your mailbox. Thank You! in March. It took over 6 hours to reprinting and re-setting up tax program to correct
error made by Montcalm County Drain Commission for Winfield Lake drain (values
We accept income tax return checks doubled to taxpayer). From reports there were 6 townships that had errors. Drain
03 Kia Spectra 4 dr. 93 Ford Ranger Commission said they would reimburse the Townships for the expenses.
River Valley 04 Chevy Cavalier 2 dr. Sharp! 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 Motion by Roy, second by Dan to bill the Montcalm County Drain Commission for
reprint and re-setting up tax program, voice vote, motion passed.
00 Kia Sportage 4x4 97 Chevy XCab w/capper 4x4
Classifieds 02 Suzuki Gd Vitara 4x4 Loaded 95 Beretta Sharp! Township drain assessment bill for Black Drain, we are holding the check until the
01 Explorer 2 dr., 4x4, black 93 Sunbird Sharp! questions are answered.
Howard City, Newaygo
Lakeview, Cedar Springs 00 Grand Am 2 dr., SE, 2 tone 92 Acclaim Sharp! Fire Department: Fire Chief Bill Knapp is the new president for the Montcalm
00 Neon 4 dr., economy 01 Montana Quad Seating County Fire Association. Reported 2 fire runs and 1 intent run. Presented invoice
White Cloud, Sparta
00 Town & Country Transportation 97 Grand Am 4 dr., burgundy from 11-11-10 held because he just received the third pager.
(231)937-4740 99 Tracker Soft top, 4x4 97 Grand Am 4 dr., GT, V6 Zoning: Dave Kelsey reported no permits this last month and 1 denied.
Deadline:
98 Infinity QX4 4x4, family car 97 Nissan Pickup Red Planning Commission: They are working on a survey for the residents of the town-
Thursday, 12noon 97 Dakota Reg. Cab 4 - S10 4x4 - Blazers & Jimmy’s 95/98 ship and their next meeting is January 24, 2011 at 7 p.m.
Big Trucks Also • Too many to list Cemetery: Talked about putting a sign in the Amble Cemetery to remind people to
Email:
rvshopper@pioneergroup.com Open All Week Long use the dumper. Colleen will check with the current lawn care service about contract
for this year and need trash/brush disposal included in the contract.
Go Online: For Your Convenience! 9 to 5
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Opened at 7:38 p.m. Jim Fase asked about graveling Lake
www.pioneergroup.com This is a partial listing
EXPRESSWAY AUTO AUCTION

Montcalm road from Master to Amble and update on Winfield Lake pier. Phyllis
and Colleen responded that Maple Valley did sign contract last year after we had
completed our contracts and we have tried for at least 8 years to have it done. Public
231-937-5868 • 1-800-560-0838 comment closed at 7:45 p.m.
AT EXIT 120 OFF U.S. 131 • ONE MINUTE EAST ON M-46 Motion by Roy, second by Dan to add a check for $35.00 to Mecosta County Asses-
040 Lost and Found sor’s Association for Board of Review training at Remus, roll call: Roy yes, Dan yes,
Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, motion passed.
LOST TWO POMERANIAN dogs white
male, dark choclate color female. You can brighten Resolution by Dan, second by Jim to add Deputy Treasurer signature to the General
Reward! Call 231-354-0018
someone’s day and $25 Checking and Tax account, roll call: Dan yes, Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy
yes, resolution passed.
050 Help Wanted
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS IN the greater
is all you’ll pay!! PAYMENT OF BILLS: Motion by Jim, second by Roy to add $150.06 for Bill
Knapp, $30.00 for MTA, and $35.00 Board of Review training to list of bills, voice
Place a Happy Ad for your special vote, motion passed.
Howard City area . Work when you
want for great pay! Home Care compnany person by stopping by The River Valley Motion by Jim, second by Dan to pay check number 8810 through check number
hiring HHA's, CNA's, or homecare persons 8851 for a total of $9,776.04, roll call: Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes,
with experience. Full and part time. Call News Shopper or calling Dan yes, motion passed.
989.831.5000 for an interview.
(231) 937-4740 BOARD COMMENTS:
Roy: None
Dan: None
CASINO BUS TRIP! Jim: None

Colleen: Attended the Mecosta County Election Coordinating Committee meeting
LITTLE RIVER CASINO in Big Rapids January 5, 2011. Special election for Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate
School District February 22, 2011for a 1.25 millage proposal increase, this affects
Morley-Stanwood School District.
SAT., FEB. 12, 2011 Motion by Dan, second by Jim to allow clerk to spend up to $300.00 for Quick Books,
DEPART: roll call: Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes, Dan yes, Jim yes, motion passed.
Colleen asked concerning mud run; ordinance covers public gathering of 1,000 or
Tri County High School • 10:00 am (Please arrive by 9:45 am) more people. Dan commented that if a charge is made creating profit, they may
Big Rapids Carpool Parking Lot • 10:30 am become a home-based business and subject to a site plan review.
(Located M-20 & US 131) Phyllis: None
County Commissioner Ron Baker stated that County Controller, Chris Hyzer is in-
RETURN: - 6:30 PM - Big Rapids • 7:00 PM TCHS tending to hold discussions with us concerning possible Winfield Lake pier.
$35 per person • Price includes $20 River Credit & a $5 food voucher ADJOURN: Motion by Dan, second by Jim to adjourn at 8:37 pm., voice vote,
motion passed.
MUST BE 21 YEARS OLD
Respectfully,
Call today to make your reservation!!!! Colleen Stebbins, Winfield Township Clerk
Lynn Aiken 231.349.6944 Next Meeting: February 10, 2011 at 7 p.m.
Fundraising event sponsored by Treasurer: Roy Killinger 989-352-6812
Tri County High School Senior All Nighter Fundraising Committee Assessor: Jerrilynn Strong 989-382-5452
Bus transportation provided by: COMPASS COACH Burning Permits: Fire Chief Bill Knapp 989-818-0905
Cemetery Concerns: Phyllis Larson 231-762-4342
Tri County School News

January 31, 2011
A C A D E M I C S • A RT S • A T H L E T I C S • A C H I E V E M E N T
Students in Mrs. Bolf’s science class at Edgerton Upper Elementary
faced a challenge to defy gravity. While learning about force and motion
students were given a 68-centimeter ramp and asked to raise one end
15 centimeters off the floor. Then they were to roll a marble down the
ramp, while keeping the marble on the ramp the longest amount of
time possible without stopping.
Most marbles stayed on the ramp
for two to three seconds, but a
few students came up with some
unique ways to keep the marble
moving for up to 20 seconds.
They either had to increase
the friction to slow the marble
or create a longer path, which
is exactly what Dakota Greer,
Eighth grade student, Samantha Inman, was recognized as the first Lindsey Garske, and Nicole
place winner in the annual “Patriot’s Pen” essay contest held by the Smith accomplished (see picture).
local VFW post. This contest, sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign
Wars, is for students in grades sixth through eighth. The students were Early On Michigan is a system designed to coordinate services
asked to respond to the theme “Does Patriotism Still Matter?” They for families who have children (ages 0 - 36 months) experiencing
were judged according to the following criteria: knowledge of theme, developmental delays or who have disabilities or special needs. The
theme development, and clarity of ideas. Samantha’s essay spoke to the goal of Early On is to identify children who have a developmental
importance of being proud of one’s country and having a willingness to delay or who have a condition that places them at risk for a delay. The
stand up for and believe in it.
Samantha was first chosen as the top winner among middle school outcome desired for all children is to have the best possible start when
participants from Tri County Middle School. For this she was awarded they enter kindergarten. Some children in Early On are also eligible for
$75 and asked to attend a banquet to honor the first place winners from the birth to three special education program but not all of them.
other schools within our district. It was at this banquet that Samantha As part of the Early On process, every child referred is offered a
was honored as the first place winner for the entire district. She developmental assessment to determine how he/she is doing in each
eloquently read her essay in front of hundreds of people and received area of development. The developmental assessment evaluates the
another cash prize of $200, as well as a first place trophy, medal, and following areas:
plaque. • Communication: how the child responds and understands
At the end of January she will be sent to Kalamazoo to attend a language as well as how he/she says and uses sounds, words and
weekend-long gathering of district first place winners. During this sentences.
weekend one essay will be chosen to advance to the national level. • Fine Motor: how the child uses his hands, eyes and hand and eyes
When asked how Samantha feels about all this recognition, she smiled together.
and stated, “I didn’t think I was going to win at all, but I was really • Gross Motor: how the child integrates reflexes, moves, crawls,
happy when I did.” walks, runs, jumps etc.
• Cognitive: how the child uses the other areas to understand his
world, solve problems and play.
The Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association’s District VII • Self-Care: how the child eats, dresses, brushes teeth etc.
Middle School Honors Band performed Sunday, January 9 in the Sparta • Social-Emotional: how the child responds to his world, develops
High School auditorium. Ms. Penny Daab Cushway was the featured relationships, feelings and emotional states.
conductor and the band performed admirably. Tri County Middle Information is sought from your child’s physician to provide input
School was represented by: Back row - Rylee Gross and Jessica Gardner regarding your child’s current health status. Information that you
(trumpet) and Jack Dejonge (trombone). Front row - Lilia Hauenstein provide in all of these areas is critical to the child’s assessment as you
(flute), Nicole Smith (bass clarinet) and Erin Snyder (clarinet). are your child’s first teacher and you know them best.
If the child is eligible for Early On, you and the assessment team will
work together to develop a plan. Your child’s needs will be discussed
and your needs as related to caring for your child can be included in
the plan. There are a variety of services that may be provided to you
and your family. Your plan will be reviewed regularly to determine if
your child continues to need these services.
Every child develops at his or her own pace. However, a child’s
development is predictable with skills developing at a certain time or
order. If you think your child may be eligible for Early On, please do not
hesitate, call Dan Brant, Director of Special Education at (616) 636-5454;
Amy Stauffer, Early On Coordinator for Montcalm Area ISD at (616)225-
4748; or visit http://www.1800earlyon.org/online_referral.php
Daniel Brant, M. Ed.
Director of Special Education
(Thank you to the Sand Lake Elementary staff for assistance with this information)
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Tri County School News

January 31, 2011
A C A D E M I C S • A RT S • A T H L E T I C S • A C H I E V E M E N T
The High School Drama Team will be performing the play, “Fawlty Parisi Speed School will be coming to Tri County High School in
Towers” at the Kent Theatre on Eighth Main Street in Cedar Springs on February. This one-hour session is FREE to any Tri County student
February 18 and Saturday, February 19. Both shows begin at 7 p.m. who is 13 years or older. It runs from Saturday, February 5 to March 12,
Fawlty Towers is the best-loved bad hotel in the world and here from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Make certain that you wear athletic attire and be
we meet the snobbish, manic Basil; his over-coiffured domineering prepared to work hard.
wife, Sybil; the hopeless but ever-hopeful waiter Manuel; the calm and Parisi Speed School out of MVP in Rockford will be working with
capable Polly - and of course the steady stream of abused guests. athletes to make them quicker, faster, stronger, and increase endurance.
Parisi works with a number of professional teams so take advantage of
this unique opportunity.
The Tri County Senior All-Nighter committee has planed a casino
bus trip to the Little River Casino on Saturday, February 12. The bus
will be departing from Tri County High School at 10 a.m., please arrive On March 1, 2, and 3 all juniors in the state of Michigan are required
by 9:45. Return time is 7 p.m. The cost is $35 per person and includes to take the MME test. Tri County High School requires all students to
$20 River Credit and a $5 food voucher. You must be 21 years old to
participate. Call today to make your reservation: Lynn Aiken 231-349- take the MME test as a graduation requirement. Seniors who did not
6944. The bus transportation is provided by Compass Coach. complete all three days of testing in 2010, will also need to test on
March 1, 2, and 3. On March 1, students will be taking the ACT test,
on March 2, they will take the Work Keys, and March 3, they will take
The Tri County the Michigan math, Michigan science, and Michigan social studies.
Middle School Pom Team Attendance is required for all three days. On March 1, juniors will be
competed in the Jenison dismissed early after taking the ACT test. The testing will be finished
Pom Competition around 12:15 p.m. and transportation will not be available until 2:21,
Saturday, January 8. The please plan accordingly. On March 2 and 3 the juniors will remain at
girls earned a first place school after testing.
trophy in Jazz and a third On March 1 all freshmen and sophomores will be taking the PLAN
place trophy in Poms. test, a pre ACT test. They will also be involved in career day activities,
Kim Hayden, a former including: Career Cruising, college presentation, military presentations,
Tri County Varsity career center presentations, trade school presentations, and career
Dancer, coaches the presentations.
team. The Tri County On March 1 seniors do not report to Tri County High School, they
Middle School Poms will be given the opportunity to go on a college visit, job shadow,
have another competition or volunteer. Students can go to www.workpaths.com to find more
planned at Davenport information on job shadowing opportunities.
College in February. Test taking tips:
Congratulations girls! Go to www.actstudent.org and click on test prep. This is a great
resource for students and parents, including: practice test questions,
test taking tips, and test day procedures.
Each month, at the school board meeting, Tri County recognizes individuals for their dedication and support to the schools. This individual
could be a student, school group, teacher, community member, business, staff member, or volunteer.
In January Independent Bank of Sand Lake was recognized for their 14-year partnership with Sand Lake Elementary. Under this partnership the
students have learned banking principals and the importance of saving money.
The TC Middle School staff and students were also recognized for their accomplishment of collecting 1,040 toys for the Toys for Tots collection.
Mrs. Sheldon, Mrs. Way, Gardner, Melanyna Staffen, Keira Boomstra, Sam Cisneros, J.D. Bradley accepted the certificate.
The TC Board of Education was recognized for their dedication to the school. Board members include: Robert Cichewicz, Tim Grant, Chad
Dailey, Kevin Hoisington, Sharon Schwalbach, Janel Powell, and Jill Fennessy. These devoted individuals are committed to the continuing success of
our schools and students. They bear responsibility and oversight for the school budget and for the entire student body, employees, and buildings.
Pictured is the Tri County Board of Education. Independent Bank was recognized for their partnership Middle school staff and students collected over a thousand
with Sand Lake Elementary. toys for Toys for Tots.
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KENT THEATRE Tri County Area Schools is now seeking applications for
One (1) Title I Paraprofessional at MacNaughton Elementary.
8 N. Main St. • Cedar Springs Applicants must meet highly qualified requirements.
616-696-7469
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www.kenttheatre.org Application deadline is Tuesday, February 1, 2011.
Anyone interested should submit Letter of Interest, Resume and
Feb. 4, 5, & 6
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Feeder Lambs .......................$80.00 to $190.00 Commercial .............................$70.00 to $85.00
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Upcoming Events: Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, Help is Available:
and informative discussions? Westen A Price Foundation Angel Food Ministries at Solon Center Wesleyan Church, 15671 Algoma
Rabbit Hunt - Tamarack Sportsman Club: Jan. 29th - 6:30 meetings 6:30pm every 3rd Tuesday of every month at Stanwood Ave., Cedar Springs, MI 49319. For info call 616-696-8236.
- 8:00 am sign ups and breakfast. Contact 989-352-6428 for Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) Call Bonnie @ The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,
details. 231-823-8002. as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more
Soup/Chili Cookoff & Supper Entertainment Saturday, information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Monday
Free Kids Aerobics at the Lakeview Community Wellness through Friday.
January 29, 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m.??? Music ‘til 10 p.m. Contact Center, Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:15. Ages 5-10, Colliene Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and ground service
Sandie Lake @ 616-984-2191. Maple Valley Complex - Willison instructing. 423 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lakeview. 989- for those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo transportation.
Trufant. 352-7510. 616-636-5523.
A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department’s Family Hospice of Michigan – Offers Living on Support Group (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at Carson
Planning Clinics provide confidential care to men and women 2nd Wednesday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm at City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.
in need of contraception and reproductive health services. Vera’s House located at 18 Justice St in Newaygo. For more Newaygo County’s newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you have
Charges for services and supplies are based on income. Clinics information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or 800- been recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet with
are scheduled as follows: January 31: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. others to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every month
837-3630. from 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. 72nd St. (M-82),
to 5 p.m. For more information or to schedule an appointment, Newaygo, MI. For more information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013.
call (989) 831-5237, Ext. 5, Monday through Friday. The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd
Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, Miracle
Wednesday of month, 7:00pm, @ Timothy C. Hauenstein Drop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues or
In honor of Martin Luther King Day, guest lecturer Lisa Reynolds Township Library. Volunteers are needed. Info. Call fees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people cope
Key presents “Dealing with Diversity” from noon to 1 p.m. Cheryl @ 231-937-5686. with stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol
Jan. 31 in rooms D303-305 in Montcalm Community College’s (989)831-8778.
Beatrice E. Doser Building. Admission is free. Lunch is provided Mecosta County Sheriff’s Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pm
for students with a current MCC ID and is $2 for all others. Thursday of each month in the basement of the Mecosta on Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. • Sparta
County jail. Looking for new members. For more information Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm.
The event is sponsored by MCC’s Culture and Travel Club. Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. • White Cloud, Commission on Aging. Weigh in
call (231) 796-0966. 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. • Lakeview, New
Lakeview Area Seniors will meet on Tuesday, February 1st, Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, meeting
for a “game day”. Come, chat, join friends for cards, board games Free Clothing for those in need - Seventh Day Adventist 6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. • Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church.
and bingo. Enjoy snacks, coffee, tea or punch. Bring a friend. Church, 8060 M-46, Lakeview, in the Community Building Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East M-46. • Sand
Remember the AARP “drivers safety class” on February behind the church. Thursdays from 1-4pm. 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
9th and 10th. Class begins at 10:00 AM until 3:30 PM. Class Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Hall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:30-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. First meeting free.
is free and lunch furnished. Meeting place is at the United Bartholomew’s Church - Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call For information call 231-937-4441.
Church of Christ fellowship hall on the corner of Lincoln and Carole (231)652-6183. Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am,
5th street in Lakeview. Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan.
Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.
The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at Howard City VFW Post 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd. Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,
the following locations to distribute free food to individuals and Come sew at Heritage United Methodist Church on
Health Department, White Cloud.
families in need. Most food distributions take approximately Fridays from 10am to 3pm. Bring your machine and call for
Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer! Reformers
one hour. See below for registration details. Please do not arrive Unanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction, offered at Bills Lake
supply list. New projects every week. Call Debbie Castle at Baptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east of Newaygo. Every Friday night
more than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. 7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.
231-354-6910 for more details or email at dcastle@pathwaynet.
Bring your own container to hold 50 lbs. of food. Wednesday, Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &
com. Everyone welcome.
February 2, 5:00 pm, Grant Christian Reformed Church, Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-
Grant; Friday, February 4, 10:00 am, St. Joseph Catholic Greenville Auction & Flea Market - Every Friday at the 6:30pm Women’s-Open, 7:00pm Men’s-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&12
Old Meijer Store in Greenville on M-91. Flea market starts at 12 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pm-
Church, White Cloud - Sponsored by White Cloud Local Area Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-All Open-12Noon, 7:00pm,
Churches. 7:00am, Auction at 10:00am. Vendors and consignors wanted. 9:00pm; Saturday-All Open-8:30am, 10:00am, 7:00pm; Sunday-All Open-
Digital Photo Presention - Join Dr. Alan Charnley at the Call 616-225-9999 or email wwauctions@yahoo.com. 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,
United Church of Christ in Lakeview on Friday, February 4th Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, 7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.
at 7 pm for a digital photo presentation featuring photos from Howard City, MI 4th Saturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).
Idaho, Yellowstone National Park and other local hot spots. in the fellowship hall. For more info, please call the church @ Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell
231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231-937-2036. Street, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.
Prints available for purchase. Refreshments available. Free
Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Binge
admission. (989) 352-6120. Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veteran’s for no apparent reason? No Dues…We are a fellowship. FREMONT: First
Saturday, February 5 – Fremont Sno-Bash ~ Are you Breakfast for Veterans and/or wives (companions) or widows Congregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact 689-
6553, Marge.
looking for something fun to do outside? Come on out and chase at 209 W Washington 7:30am-8:45am.
Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm,
away those winter blues and have some fun at the Fremont Sno- Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT)
Bash. There’s lots of things to do for the whole family. For more Edgerton, open 7 days a week. Call Karen West or Dawny Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St.
information, contact the Chamber office a 231 924-0770. Kniffen 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule of events. Noon Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.
Blood Drive Sunday Feb. 6, 10am-2pm Heritage United lunches Tues, Wed, Thurs. Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 Wilcox
Street, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.
Methodist Church, 19931 W Kendaville RD, Fellowship Hall. Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are living
Call Paul 231-937-4310.
First Annual Lakeview Jaycees Winterfest, February
Library Happenings: 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,
11 through 13. The Lakeview Jaycees, in conjunction with Library Cafe For A Day at Croton Township Library on Feb. please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652-
BEVRA snowmobile racing, will host the Winterfest. Please 19, Sat. 9A.M.-12 Noon put on by Friends of the Library. Stock 5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.
visit www.villageoflakeview.com or call 989-352-6069 or 989- up on books at Book Sale. Buy some cookies, cup of coffee, or SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday,
560-3781. cocoa. 8260 S. Croton-Hardy Drive in Croton. Hope to see you 7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, Wednesdays,
8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm, Roger 887-
Pink Out Basketball Game will be held on February 11th there!! 8508 (Spanish Speaking)
@ Fremont High School (Girls & Boys Varsity Games) T-Shirt Toddler Time every Monday at 11:00am a story, craft, songs KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya 675-
sales began January 17th Contact Cindy Wilde 231-834-5622. and more at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township
7663
SAND LAKE: St. Mary’s/Mary Queen of Apostle Catholic Church, basement
Amble United Methodist Church Chilli Cook-off. Bring Library. Ages 18 months-3 years old. For more information call of church, rear door, 51 Maple Street, Sand Lake. Mon. 8pm. Women only
chilli + be judged or come to taste. Feb. 12th @ 4-7 pm. Call Cheryl at 231-937-5575. - Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Community Room), corner of Maple
231-937-5705. Street and Sixth Street, Sand Lake. Tuesdays at 7pm (front door entrance).
Preschool Storytime every Tuesday at 11:00am stories, craft CROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri. 8pm - C;
Tri County Senior All Nighter Casino Bus Trip! Little and activities at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Sun. 7pm - O
River Casino, Saturday, February 12, $35 per person MUST Library. Ages 3 years to 5 years old. For more information call HOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-
BE 21 YEARS OLD. Contact Lynn Aiken 231.349.6944. Bus Cheryl at 231-937-9396. 5081, Wed. 7:30pm - O
transportation provided by: Compass Coach. Preschool Storytime at the Croton Library on Tuesdays GRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.; Sun.
7:00pm - O
Montcalm Community College (MCC) hosts a belated from 10:00am-11:00am. Program is for 2-5 year olds and FREMONT: St Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan TUES., WEDS. & FRI.: Noon-O;
Valentine’s Day dance and concert Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. in the involves books, crafts, songs & fun. NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner First SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30
gymnasium in MCC’s Activities Building. Admission is free. The Friends of the Grant Area District Library meet at
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.
Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, 10am on the third Tuesday of the month in the Community Al-Anon: Tues. 8pm; Al-A teen: Tues. 8pm
year round, Monday 1-4pm, Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole Room. All interested persons are welcome to attend. The library NEWAYGO: St. Bartholomew Church, NS, 599 Brooks - Basement - John 924-
(231)652-6183. is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant. 8027, Mon. 7:30pm - C; Step Mtg.; Thurs. 7:30pm - C
Newaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracy’s Custom River
Life Style Change, Weight loss etc @ Natures Atrium every The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the Boats, just North of Speedway Unit #3. Mon. Noon (O), 7:30pm; Tues. Noon,
tues 6:30pm-7:30pm Call 231-937-9370. first Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm at the library. Please 7:30pm; Wed. Noon, 7:30pm; Thurs. Noon, 7:30pm; Fri. Noon, 5:30pm (Men
The Lakeview Area Seniors is a non-denominational come if interested in helping your local library. only), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only – all types of recovery welcome);
Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3rd Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck dinner
group gathering on the first Tuesday of each month from Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library 6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, with game night following); Sun. 1:00pm, 7:30pm
1:00pm to 3:00. Interested people of all ages are encouraged holds Tweens program every Thursday after school at 4:00. (O).
attend. If you would like further information about these A variety of activities and learning experiences, with a book WHITE CLOUD: Mental Health Bldg. - Basement, 1049 Newell - 689-1779-
Non-Smoking, Mon. & Wed. 8pm - C
meetings, the Lakeview Area Seniors, or transportation to discussion once a month. Ages 8-12 years old, questions call
SELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL PROBLEMS:
meetings, please call: Marlene Scott 989-352-6661, Dorothy Cheryl at 231-937-9396. Is your ability to function and live a normal life impaired because you have an
Jensen 989-831-4496, Nancy Olsen 231-937-6272. The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, 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”?
Southern Chapter of the Pere Marquette Snowmobile at Newaygo City Hall, open every Friday, 10am to 6pm and Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 10:00am, United Methodist Church, 240
Club will hold their monthly meeting the second Tuesday Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends with hundreds of books Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free,
of each month at 7:00pm. The meetings will be held at the at Bargain Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund. 1-800-968-7330.
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You moved into your house several years ago, stashed all work so well with rod iron nightstands and a mahogany much you have to spend on bedroom furniture and stick to
of the leftover furniture in your bedroom, made up your dresser. it. Don’t be afraid to look for bargains at sales and second-
bed and that was that. You have worked on every room When shopping for bedroom furniture, you will also want hand stores. You just might find that antique mirror you’ve
since and neglected your bedroom. The walls are still the to keep the size of your bedroom in mind. How much been looking for to hang above your brand-new chest.
same shade of pea green and the furniture, well, they’re square footage do you have to fill? Is there enough space After all of these years, you’re finally taking the plunge
all hand-me-downs. You’ve got the bed you had in col- for a king-size bed, or should you scale down and buy a and getting new bedroom furniture. Take your time and
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like pine, iron and leather; just make sure they comple- Of course, budget will play a part in your selection pro-
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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, tasteless and poisonous gas that is given off by the in- Carbon monoxide detectors are available and can be installed as easily as a smoke de-
sufficient burning of natural gas and other substances containing carbon. It can be gen- tector. However, having one or more of these in your home is not an excuse for failing
erated from heating systems that use natural gas, as well as gasoline-powered vehicles, to properly maintain your carbon monoxide producing appliances.
charcoal grills or any device that burns gasoline, oil, wood, kerosene or charcoal. The There are many things that will do us or our family harm if left unchecked. Carbon
danger in exposure to carbon monoxide is the effect on the oxygen levels in the body. monoxide is one of them. However, with proper maintenance of appliances, installation
Carbon monoxide displaces the oxygen in blood and deprives vital organs like the heart of carbon monoxide detectors and common sense, we can keep ourselves and the ones
and brain of it. Prevention is the key to keeping you and your family safe from carbon we love safe.
monoxide exposure.
To avoid carbon monoxide exposure, choose and install appliances that are properly
vented. Most new appliances are designed to be carbon monoxide safe, but they have
to be installed correctly. If you are a do-it-yourselfer, make sure these appliances are
properly vented to the outside. If someone else is installing them, make sure they are
certified to do so. As for existing appliances that burn natural gas or any other carbon
monoxide producing material, make sure they are serviced regularly and operating cor-
rectly.
There are few things regarding carbon monoxide that most of us have done that we
shouldn’t. Never let your car idle in the garage, even with the garage door open. Carbon
monoxide can build up quickly, and if your garage is connected to your home, the fumes
will also invade your living area. Never use a gas oven to heat your home. Never run a
kerosene space heater in a non-ventilated room. Finally, never ignore the symptoms of
carbon monoxide poisoning.
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The Warm Glow Of Copper
By Tresa Erickson
Ugh. Every time you go into your kitchen, you so if you have the budget, you might want to hire
are taken aback by the sad state of your coun- a professional. If you decide to tackle the instal-
tertops. They are faded, scratched, scuffed and lation yourself, you should read up on working
dinged. The time has come for you to replace with copper and take a class about it, if possible.
them. You have looked at a number of materials In addition to learning how to install the mate-
from butcher block to granite, but the one that rial properly, you may also learn how to make
you keep returning to is copper. designs within it to create a unique kitchen.
You love the look of copper, and the counter- Whether you install the countertops yourself or
tops and sink display at the store has caught your hire someone to do it, make sure you seal them.
eye. You think it would look fantastic in your This will protect the copper from acidic materi-
old-world kitchen and do wonders to improve its als and scratches. To further protect the coun-
appearance. Copper can be expensive, so before tertops, use a cutting board. If you are worried
you do anything, make sure you can afford it. about damaging the copper, you might to use it
If you can’t, don’t despair. You may be able to more sparingly, perhaps in one or two areas in
select a less expensive metal and have it retoned your kitchen rather than on every countertop.
and repolished to look like copper. Copper can give your kitchen a warm glow. Just
Once you have found copper countertops you be aware that it costs more and requires more
like, you will have to determine whether to in- care. Know what you are getting into before you
stall them yourself or have it done. Copper is have copper countertops installed.
Fairview very malleable, making it difficult to work with,
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