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Way back when

Do You
Recall?
Compiled by Virginia Tully

1952 Sgt. Floyd Wilson, USAF,
is on a 30-day furlough home
after 14 months on active duty in
Korea.
Harkens Market in Lakeview
will now be open Friday evenings,
and on Saturday, while Waldos
in Amble will stay open late on
Wednesdays.
1962 Congratulations to Don
Olsen and Lloyd Skutt, Jr. of
Lakeview on the opening of their
new building Lakeview Builders
Supply on M-46.
The Carl Imhoffs of Lakeview
are observing their 25th
anniversary with an open house at
the local high school gym.
1977 5th grader Pat Boyd of
Lakeview won Most Outstanding
Wrestler in the 9-10 year-olds
at the Region IV National Kids
Wrestling Championships in
Joliet, IL.
An open house was held to
honor Lakeview resident Hattie
Schwandt on her 90th birthday.
1997 Lakeview High School
band members nished with
a 2nd place at the recent state
competition.
11-year-old Ryan Oberlin of
Lakeview was the winner of the
portable basketball system given
away by Leppinks Food Center
and Jays Foods.
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OBITUARIES
Its fnally here. After a year
of planning, and a name change,
owners David and Marcy Myers
are ready to open the Lakev-
iew ice cream and specialty hot
dog cafe-style restaurant, Dip-
pity Dog Cones and Franks, with
their Grand Opening happening
May 5 and 6.
Its been a whole year from the
initial idea, but the Myerss want-
ed to make sure that the new place
was perfect. They also wanted to
open at a good time of year ... and
spring is always a good time for
thinking about ice cream.
Located at 337 S. Lincoln Ave.,
in downtown Lakeview, Dippity
Dog Cones & Franks now resides
where Myers Discount Flooring
store was for many years.
We decided it was a good
time to close our fooring store
two years ago. The situation with
the economy was bad. Not many
people were thinking of purchas-
ing new fooring, and after 25
years of installing foors, it was
starting to get physically chal-
lenging, David said.
Marcy also is the owner and
Broker of Your Team Realty in
Lakeview. David and Marcy have
four sons. Two of them, Keaton
and Mason Myers, attend Lakev-
iew Middle School.
Dippity Dog Cones & Franks
will offer soft serve, plus 16 fa-
vors of hard ice cream, with two
sugar-free and one dairy-free.
They also will offer the shakes,
furries, foats, malts, sundaes
and a delicious banana split. The
specialty franks are fabulous
and they also have a mouth-wa-
tering pork BBQ sandwich.
We will offer four specialty
hot dogs: the Schnauzer Kraut,
Chicago Collie, Taco Chihuahua
and the melt in your mouth, Chili
Chow Chow. We plan on being
recognized for the unique tastes
of our chili dog sauce, BBQ and
sour kraut, Marcy said.
Dippity Dog will be open year
round. The menu will change
slightly for the colder months of
the year.
Summer hours will be 11 a.m.
to 9 p.m., Monday through Sat-
urday, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on
Sunday, so far. If the demand is
there for later hours, Dippity Dog
will accommodate. They also will
offer group discounts.
We want the teachers to
bring in their students for a treat,
as well as the sports teams. We
want to make sure it is afford-
able for a group. We also plan on
inviting Santa and some other
holiday visitors over the year.
We want everyone to watch the
paper for upcoming coupons and
daily specials. David and Marcy
added.
We appreciate the commu-
nity for all their support and en-
thusiasm. It has defnitely made
this a fun adventure, the Myerss
went on the say, Also, a special
thank you to our village manager
of Lakeview, James Freed, for all
his encouragement.
We are so thankful to the
community for their support and
patience. We know a lot of you
have been anxious for us to open
our doors, Marcy said.
Be sure to call (989) 352-
1212 and place your order, or
visit Dippity Dog Cones & Franks
downtown Lakeview.
Dippity Dog Cones & Franks opens in Lakeview
Geraldine
Goodfellow
Geraldine Goodfellow, 86, of Mor-
ley, passed away April 29, 2012, at
Mecosta County Medical Center.
She was born June 6, 1926, in Kent
City, the daughter of Roy and Ruth
(Fisher) Willis. Geraldine loved her
family. She took pride in her beautiful
lawn and loved the Detroit Tigers. She
was a member of Northland United
Methodist Church.
Surviving are six children, Ruth-
anne (Jerry) Brewster, James Jr. (Di-
ane) Goodfellow, Patti (Steve) Davis,
Julie (Robert) Goodfellow, Lee (Tina)
Goodfellow and Randy (Jill) Goodfel-
low; 17 grandchildren, Todd (Gretchen)
Brewster, Beth (Matt) Boughan, Mike
(Pam) Goodfellow, Wendy (Todd) Le-
non, Jesse and Ashley Lubberts, Sky-
ler Goodfellow, Dustin and Danielle
Kuzee, Brooke (Joe) Derevage, Brenna
Jankowski, Chandra (Brian) Drach,
Nick and Noah Goodfellow, JD Gerst
and Brandon Goodfellow; 11 great-
grandchildren, Chole Brewster, Trevor
Myers, Anthony Goodfellow, Austin,
Andrew and Kylie Lennon, Riley and
Mckenna Pontz, Andrew and Olivia
Derevage and Piper Flanagan; and one
sister-in-law, Irene Nickolai.
She was preceded in death by her
husband, James in 2007; two broth-
ers; one sister; and a grandson, Casey
Jankowski.
Private services will be held at a later
date. Memorials to Northland UMC or
Cystic Fibrosis may be left at the Heck-
man Funeral home to whom arrange-
ments have been entrusted.
Shawn Mogdis and Wendy Visser
of Greenville became parents of a
baby girl at Carson City Hospital. Bryn-
leigh Anne was born at 5:22 p.m. on
April 21, 2012. She weighed 6 pounds,
14 ounces and was 19 inches long. She
has one sister, Hayden. Grandparents
are, Cheryel Beardslee and Scott and
Kim Mogdis, all of Belding.
QUOTE OF
THE WEEK
It has yet to be proven that
intelligence has any survival
value.
ARTHUR C. CLARK
GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY
Schnickes celebrate
golden anniversary
Jean and Ralph Schnicke had
a surprise party thrown for them
on their 50th wedding anniver-
sary, while at their winter home
in Arizona. The surprise party was
planned and given in their honor
at the campground they stay at.
The surprise also included a min-
ister so that they could renew their
vows, and even included bouquet
of fowers for the lovely Jean and
an anniversary cake for the hap-
py couple. Their anniversary was
Feb. 16. Their children are, Doug-
las Schnicke, Michele (Schnicke)
Rose and David Schnicke. Please
be sure to wish them a happy 50th
anniversary.
COMMUNITY NEWS
MSU Extension offering class on
family finance
Have you ever felt that your money just mysteriously evap-
orates from your wallet without your knowledge? Do you fnd
it impossible to save for long term goals or even emergencies?
Are you making only minimum payments on your credit cards?
Have you been denied credit in the past? If you answered yes
to any of these questions you may be interested in a class being
offered by MSU Extension Family Financial Literacy Educator,
Linda Huyck. The class will cover topics, such as setting fnan-
cial goals, making and using a spending plan, improving your
credit score and protecting yourself from identity theft.
Financial skills are not something you are either born with
or without. They are skills and as skills can be developed and
improved upon with practice. We are living in extraordinary f-
nancial times and need all of the tools we can acquire to prosper
in such an environment.
The class is a two part series being offered at the Hillcrest
Ministry Center in Greenville on Tuesday, May 8 and Thursday,
May 10 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. There is a $5 charge for the
class to cover the cost of materials. For more information or to
register, call the MSU Montcalm Extension offce at 989-831-
7500. You will be glad you did.
Hometown Hero
Andew T. Bouwkamp
Air Force Airman Andrew T. Bouwkamp grad-
uated from basic military training at Lackland
Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
The airman completed an intensive,
eight-week program that included training
in military discipline and studies, Air Force
core values, physical ftness, and basic warfare
principles and skills.
Airmen who complete basic training earn four
credits toward an associate in applied science degree through
the Community College of the Air Force.
Bouwkamp is the son of Bruce Bouwkamp and Michelle Far-
rell of of Sand Lake.
He is a 2010 graduate of Grant High School.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Special birthday
Wallace (Bud) Lewis will be cele-
brating his 90th Birthday on May 13,
2012. Please send cards to wish Bud
a Happy 90th Birthday. 1791 150th
Ave., Morley, MI. 49336.
Coral Celebrates
150th Birthday
This year of 2012 the community of Coral is hav-
ing its 150th birthday. That means Coral was founded
in 1862 during Civil War days. The Coral Days Festival
Committee has been working hard to mark such a spe-
cial occasion with a celebration during the annual Coral
Days Festival, June 22-23.
The committee has been raising funds to add some
historical favor to the celebration. There will be the
opening of a time capsule buried in 1962 to begin the
Friday night events. A room will be set up with memo-
rabilia from the old days of Coral. If anyone has some
antique or historical items or photos that they want to
loan to the committee for those two days, they may con-
tact Kathy Gunderman at Coral Power Shop. There also
will be an old fashioned bucket brigade race and a soap
box derby.
The committee is hoping to have some antique cars
and tractors on display. There will be the usual car show
and fremans water ball and a host of other activities to
enjoy as well. A schedule of events will be forthcoming in
The River Valley News Shopper at a later date.
Coming soon to Howard City
The Jewelers Armoire LLC is opening soon at 730
Shaw St., in Howard City. The store will occupy the pre-
viously vacant suite in the Leppinks Plaza. Local jewelry
artists Jessi Kozak from Kozaks Keepsakes and Mary
Jo Wells from Yours or Mine Jewelry Design have com-
bined efforts to open a jewelry store that also will carry
jewelry making supplies and quality hand crafted items.
The store also will be featuring classes on various jewelry
making techniques and will be looking for other crafters
to come and share their crafting knowledge. The crafters
corner will feature handmade items from local area resi-
dents. This also will be the new home of the fundraising
program Jewels for Local Schools.
Now Available: 2012 Michigan
Agri-Tourism Guide
LANSING Just in time for spring bedding plants,
hanging fowering baskets, nursery stock, and fresh
Michigan asparagus, the 2012 Michigan Agri-Tourism
Guide is now available
online and in print in
May 2012.
This statewide
listing is the perfect
pocket guide for those
looking for Michigan
produce, foriculture
and nursery products,
and specialty food
items like jams, baked
goods, maple syrup,
honey, said Keith
Creagh, Director of
the Michigan Depart-
ment of Agriculture
and Rural Develop-
ment (MDARD). The
guide also helps locate
family friendly activi-
ties such as hay rides, petting farms, fshing ponds, corn
mazes, and riding stables providing our families with a
great hands-on rural experience.
The 2012 guide was created by the Michigan Agri-
Tourism Association (MATA) in partnership with Ju-
lian Vail, LLC and Farm Bureau Insurance. Copies of
the guide are available free of charge at all 14 Michigan
Welcome Centers; and at nearly 450 Farm Bureau In-
surance agent offces across Michigan as well as county
Farm Bureau offces.
Farm markets and agri-tourism are an important
part of the agriculture industry in Michigan, said Jim
Robinson, executive vice president of Farm Bureau
Insurance. As Michigans Insurance Company, we
are proud to support efforts that promote homegrown
Michigan products. This guide is a guide to having fun
on the farms and in the rural communities of our great
state.
The guide features an alphabetical index, GPS loca-
tions and has a regional tab design to help customers
fnd the markets and products they are searching for. It
also features 16 full-color pages and an availability chart
showcasing when the various types of fresh Michigan
fruits, vegetables and other products are in season.
The Michigan Agri-Tourism Association is proud to
provide this guide for our customers, said Chuck Good-
man, MATA board president and operator of Stoney
Beach Farm, LLC in Traverse City. Michigan farm mar-
keters are gearing up for a terrifc season, and look for-
ward to welcoming visitors to their farms to share our
high quality, locally grown food and agricultural prod-
ucts and unique on-farm experiences.
In addition to the printed guide, farm listings can be
accessed via a searchable database on MATAs website
at www.MichiganFarmFun.com. For the Farm Bureau
Insurance agent nearest you, visit www.farmbureauin-
surance-mi.com.
Please contact the MATA offce for additional infor-
mation and visit the website for Agri-Tourism opportu-
nities at www.MichiganFarmFun.com
Tri County students will be
visited by Andrew Belock at
school assemblies
On May 11, Andrew Belock will be the speaker for the
middle and high school assemblies. Andrew has a pas-
sion to share with students the cost of making destruc-
tive decisions.
Decisions can change the direction of ones life for
the good and beautiful or the bad and ugly. Andrews ad-
diction to drugs led him to abandoning the promise of
playing high school football and a college scholarship to
a life of crime. This ended in tragedy by altering a State
Troopers life that led him to jail and probation affecting
his fnances and life for years to come. In the evening
Andrew will be speaking at the high school to anyone
who wants to come and hear about the hope and trans-
formation of his life.
For more information, call (231) 937-6440 and ask
for the assemblies and the Keep It Real Event with An-
drew Belock.
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2012 EXPO WINNERS
Winner of the 1/2 Page B&W Display Ad
STICKS-N-STONES
ETC.
Winners of 1 Free Classied*
Bob Longoria
Kay Abshire
Sue Pierson
Mary Zenk
David L. Warner
Jacklyn Bassett
Missie Williams
Amber Lertz
Bill MacTavish
Jody Warner
Lavonne Rehfus
Paul Rehfus
Darlene Wolgamott
David Platt
Neta Abshire
Lynne Disvons
Ronald Bassett
Jeanne Corbett
Nancy Jeffrey
Kelly Price
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Award, this is the introductory award that recognizes orga-
nizations for protecting patient health and environmental
stewardship.
Leading the sustainability charge for the hospitals is Co-
rey Ballmer, Supply Chain Management Supervisor. Corey
is dedicated to helping employees, medical staff, patients
and visitors understand the importance of being environ-
mentally minded in the health care setting.
At United and Kelsey Hospitals, we recognize the link
between the health of each individual and the health of the
environment, said Ballmer, supply chain management su-
pervisor for United and Kelsey hospitals and Green Team
chair. Thats why we are committed to environmentally
responsible practices and are taking the lead to promote a
healthier community.
Some of the recent green initiatives that both United
and Kelsey Hospitals have employed include:
nSingle stream recycling
nLight bulb recycling
nAlkaline battery recycling
nScrap metal recycling
nElectronics recycling
nFormal Green Team with representatives from var-
ious departments to develop and implement earth friendly
tactics
Additionally, in the last year, United Hospital has host-
ed several onsite Farmers Markets, drawing in local ven-
dors and promoting the events to employees and the sur-
rounding neighborhoods. United has also developed and
implemented a process for sharps container recycling.
We are pleased to be recognized for these signifcant
achievements, said Tina Freese-Decker, Spectrum Health
United and Kelsey Hospitals President. We are proud to
be a model of how health facilities develop and implement
programs to improve the health of our patients, staff and
community.
The Practice Greenhealth Environmental Excellence
Awards were presented in Denver, CO, at CleanMed, the
premier national environmental conference for leaders in
health care sustainability.
Practice Greenhealth is the nations leading member-
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State also inspected aircraft
spray systems and calibrated,
characterized spray patterns
LAKEViEW Michigans skilled aerial pesticide
applicators performed Operation SAFE Fly-in, a
clinic conducted by the Michigan Department of Agri-
culture and rural Development (MDArD), to examine
the precision, safety, and security of the spray systems
of both planes and helicopters.
Operation SAFE is a self-regulating application
fight effciency (SAFE) clinic sponsored by MDARD,
the Michigan Agricultural Aviation Association and
Michigan State University Pesticide Safety Education
Program. The event occurs annually and provides the
opportunity to address any questions related to pesti-
cide use and regulations before the upcoming season.
Operation SAFE protects both the environment
and human health by ensuring aerial pesticide appli-
cations are done safely and securely and that equip-
ment is maintained and up-to-date, said Keith Cre-
agh, MDArD Director. The event demonstrates the
commitment of both the state and the industry to pro-
vide safe and proper pesticide spraying and aircraft
handling.
MDArD will use an application droplet calibra-
tion system to analyze aircraft application patterns
and droplet size. This technology has been used by the
federal government to calibrate aircraft application
patterns in response to the 2010 gulf oil crisis. The
department will administer aircraft equipment cali-
bration and characterization test fights for each pilot
along with an aircraft spray system inspection. The
pilots will fy low over a line of water-sensitive cards
to simulate an application. Spray droplets landing on
the cards will be counted and analyzed by computer-
assisted instrument to ensure proper characterization
of spray droplets.
Approximately 15 pilots participate in Operation
SAFE annually and by attending this event once every
three years with an aircraft, pilots meets the legal re-
quirements for renewing applicator certifcation or a
business license issued by MDArD.
Aerial applications are one tool that is used to
help protect or enhance agricultural crops and public
health, said Gina Alessandri, MDArDs Pesticide and
Plant Pest Management Division Director. For exam-
ple, agricultural aviators may seed wheat felds, help
mitigate gypsy moth infestations or health-threaten-
ing mosquito populations, or apply pesticides to agri-
cultural crops suffering from insect or disease pests.
MDARD requires any aerial application frm work-
ing in Michigan to be licensed annually. in addition,
pilots are certifed and participate in a continuing edu-
cation program. There are 26 state-licensed aerial ap-
plication frms.
Operation SAFE began in April 1981 in Lakeview,
Michigan. The event is held at a different location each
year and hosted by a different commercial aerial appli-
cator service. This year, Operation SAFE will be host-
ed by Heritage Ag., LLC at the Griffth Field; Lakeview
Airport one mile northeast of Lakeview.
Operation SAFE Aerial
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THE RIVER VALLEY
NEWS SHOPPER
Total Market Coverage
2012 EXPO WINNERS
Winner of the 1/2 Page B&W Display Ad
STICKS-N-STONES
ETC.
Winners of 1 Free Classied*
Bob Longoria
Kay Abshire
Sue Pierson
Mary Zenk
David L. Warner
Jacklyn Bassett
Missie Williams
Amber Lertz
Bill MacTavish
Jody Warner
Lavonne Rehfus
Paul Rehfus
Darlene Wolgamott
David Platt
Neta Abshire
Lynne Disvons
Ronald Bassett
Jeanne Corbett
Nancy Jeffrey
Kelly Price
*Up to 15 Words - No Garage Sale Ads Please
Become an active hometown tourist
North AmericAN Precis syNdicAte
If you are looking for ways to entertain your
children this summer that dont include sedentary
activities like watching television or playing video
games, consider becoming a local tourist in your
own hometown.
Vacations can be a great time to explore all that
your hometown has to offer.
Participating in nearby activities or events can
be a great way to get your family off the couch, out
of the house and on the road to becoming more
physically active.
Many cities and towns host summer festivals,
farmers markets, outdoor concerts (with dancing),
museum exhibits, summer holiday celebrations and
family-based activities, and best of all many are
free.
When planning your familys active tour, here
are some suggestions that you may want to con-
sider:
Shop local. Use local, in-season ingredients to
make healthy family meals. A trip to a lively farm-
ers market or local farm can be a wonderful way to
fnd inexpensive and fresh ingredients, and you can
even burn a few calories picking your own produce!
Set a family challenge. Provide your family
with inexpensive pedometers and spend the day at a
nearby museum or local attraction. Challenge your
family to track their steps and provide a healthy
incentive to the person who ends the day with the
most.
Enjoy healthy and refreshing sweet treats.
Try your hand at fresh fruit Popsicles, or freeze your
familys favorite fruits, such as grapes or blueber-
ries.
Plan a healthy and fun family staycation.
Find a few days on the calendar when you can turn
time at home into an active staycation for your
family a vacation that doesnt involve travel. Let
children add their favorite physical activity to the
schedule and get the whole family moving.
Check with your local visitor center or the com-
munity section of your newspaper for events or ac-
tivities happening in your neighborhood.
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Sat., May 12, 2012 10:00 A.M.
Located: North of Grand Rapids OR South of Big Rapids on US 131 to exit 110, East through Sand Lake, North on
Federal/Northland to Stanton Rd, East to Trufant OR South of Lakeview OR North of Greenville on M91 to Stanton Rd,
West to Trufant. Trufant Flea Market 303 North C St. Trufant, MI Montcalm Co. Follow Auction Signs
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Letter to the Editor
During several of our monthly Reynolds Township Board meetings
our Board Members have stated that they are sworn by an Oath to
enforce the ordinances and rules of Reynolds Township. I agree. I
believe that if the residents of the Township disagree with these or-
dinances or policies then we should change them. I have tried to do
that on several different occasions without much luck. I presented
the proper forms to our Supervisor asking for time to be set aside
to allow the full Board and the citizens of our community to hear
my request and, if it had merit, it would be considered for change
or modication. Its no surprise to me that that is as far as it ever
got. Our Supervisor and Board members chose not to respond to
these requests. I believe it should be the right of every resident to
be allowed to present their request to the full Board no matter who
presents the request or the topic. But it seems that when you are
a Board member you have total control on what is allowed or not
or how things are enforced. This Oath they speak of -- is it only for
their agenda?
In Aprils agenda they posted the following: Public comments are
limited to 3 minutes per person. A person wishing to address the
Township Board shall state their name and address. If more than
one person wishes to speak on the same subject they must choose
a spokesperson to address the Township Board. The Township
Board may at their discretion respond to comments and/or ques-
tions after all been received. I see the Board is now taking more
steps to control or stop the right of each person to speak on their
own behalf. Not only that, now you have to give your address be-
fore youre allowed to speak. You never had to do this in the past.
WHATS the purpose behind that? Possibly intimidation?
Ask yourself the following questions: How far is this Board willing
to go to take away your rights? If you are brave enough to speak
out, what will be the repercussions? Given what we had to endure,
I understand why people are hesitant to speak up. You would think
the Trustees are there to represent the residents of the Township,
but those of you that have been going to the meetings may agree
that this does not seem to be the case. They are silent, rarely ask
questions, or have any comments. The way they vote speaks for
itself. It seems that one or two members control what is allowed.
This is strictly my own opinion. You need to make your own decision
or draw your own conclusions -- come to the meetings and see for
yourself.
Robert Richards
Reynolds Township Resident
Paid for by Robert Richards
Village of Howard City
Curbside Clean Up
May 19, 2012

Curbside Spring Clean Up will be on May 19, 2012. All trash and ap-
pliances must be at the curb by 6:00 a.m. Please DO NOT put items
to the road until the 18th. Appliances must have a sticker. Stickers
are available at the Village Ofce after May 1st. Building and re-
modeling debris will not be accepted. Please make sure to put all
trash and debris in boxes or containers. If you have any questions
please call Kim at 231-937-4311 ext. 1.
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204 S. Michigan, Big Rapids
(231) 796-4658
348 Adams (M-37), Newaygo
(231) 652-2337
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322. S. Lafayette St., Greenville
(616) 225-9892
NOTICE
BIG PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
CLEAN UP DAY Sat., May 12 9 am to 1 pm
Hardy Dam Recreational Area Croton Hardy Drive
FREE TO TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS (Must show proof of residence)
NO CEMENT, BRUSH, SHINGLES, LIQUIDS (paint, oil, etc.)
OR HAZARDOUS MATERIALS.
Household trash must be BOXED or BAGGED (No loose trash)
Trucks or trailer loads welcome. YOU MUST UNLOAD!!!!
Appliance drop off is FREE
NOTE: MATTRESSES & BOX SPRINGS ARE NO LONGER
FREE. THERE IS A $15.00 CHARGE EACH
There is a charge for propane tanks - $5.00
NO TIRES BATTERIES ARE FREE
For other information call Judy Baker, Clerk 231-652-7390
Volunteers needed. Call Jackie at 231-652-1096
Tri County Area Schools
Presents:
Drugs and
Our Youth
Highlights
Emerging Drugs
What and WHY?
Become empowered
as a community to
protect our youth
May 10th at 7:00 pm - TC High School Gym
Please join us in learning new trends in
emerging drugs and prevention through
awareness. This is a Parent only
presentation please. Presented in
cooperation with Howard City Police
Department and Drug Free Montcalm.
Tri County Area Schools
Academics Arts Athletics Achievement
Telephone: 616-636-5454
10
Cedar Springs Sand Lake Howard City Morley Amble
Gowen Trufant Coral Kent City Grant Bailey
Newaygo White Cloud
Croton/Hardy Pierson Lakeview
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.
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.
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:
The Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township has a new web site that
contains program information, access to music downloads, ebooks, and much more.
Please check out our new web site at www.tchrtl.michlibrary.org.
The Friends of the Grant Area District Library are sponsoring their spring
Flutter-Buy Book and Bake Sale on May 10th and 11th from 9 to 5pm. There
are thousands of gently used books in all categories of ction and non-ction for
children to adults. There will also be some items in other formats such as DVD and
CD. The library is accepting gently used books to offer in our bi annual sales. Drop
donations off anytime during library hours.
KDLville Ribbon-Cutting Party, join Katie L. the elephant as she cuts the ribbon
and welcomes you to KDLville, KDLs new Early Literacy play space. Play and learn
with crafts, games, balloon animals, and KDLville cake. For ages 6 and younger.
Tues., May 15, 10:30am at the Sand Lake Library.
Calling all Vets! On May 24th at 6:30pm the Grant Area District Library is
sponsoring a project perfect for celebrating Memorial Day. Honor Flight Michigan,
The Legacy Documentary tells the life stories of several Michigan Soldiers who
served their country some 60 years ago during WWII. It chronicles their all expenses
paid Honor Flight (almost 60 years later) to see the WWII Memorial in Washington
D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight Michigan. There is no cost to attend this program.
Arrangements can be made if anyone in attendance would like to purchase a copy of
the DVD, Book or CD Soundtrack and all proceeds go to help fund the building of
Michigans Ofcial WWII Legacy Memorial.
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.
If you have ever wanted to join a bowling league, but cant lift the ball or
play a round of tennis without running around the court, then join the Grant
Area District Library every Monday between 4 and 5pm to play Wii Sports. This
fun gaming system allows the armchair athlete all the fun of playing the game, but
without the need to sweat. Baseball, tennis, golf and bowling are among the games
that will be played these Monday afternoons. So bring a friend and come to the
Library on Monday and see what a good sport you can be! For more information, call
the Library at 231-834-5713. Have fun, get involved and come play Wii with us.
The Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds Township Library will be having
Preschool Storytime every Tues. morning at 11am. There will be stories, crafts,
songs and activities for the Preschoolers. We will be learning about letters each week.
Preschool Storytime is for children 3-5 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:
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: Sat., May 5, 10am, Pine
Grove Comm. Church, Croton/Howard City; Mon., May 7, 5pm, Fremont United
Methodist Church, Fremont; Wed., May 9, 5pm, Hesperia Community Ed, Hesperia
- sponsored by local area churches; Thurs., May 10, 3pm, Amazing Grace Acres
Church, Brohman; Mon., May 14, 10am, White Cloud Eagles, White Cloud; Tues.,
May 15, 4:30pm, Northland Church of Christ, Grant/Newaygo.
Just in time for Mothers Day, Morley-Stanwood Troop 123 will be selling
Hanging Flower Baskets on Sat., May 5th and Fri., May 11th and Sat., May
12th. Combo Patio Pots, Mosquito Plants and Flowering Maple Plants will also be
available. We will be selling at a new location this year, at the Morley American
Legion Post at 2560 Northland Dr. from 9am to 5pm all three days. Thank you for
continuing to support your Local Scout Troop.
The Flat River Community Players Proudly Present: Dearly Beloved, by
Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten. A story of a completely dysfunctional
but loveable Texas family in the throes of another series of life-changing events. The
Futrelle Sisters are throwing a wedding. Come watch this fun play to nd out what
happens! May 5 at 8pm, Sun., May 6 at 2pm, Fri., May 11 at 8pm and Sat., May 12
at 8pm. Tickets: Adults $12, Children/Seniors $10. For tickets or more information
please call 616-754-8207.
Pancake Breakfast - Howard Christensen Nature Center Fund Raiser. Sun.,
May 6, 9am-11:30am. Imagine buttered pancakes smothered in warm maple syrup,
hot sausage, orange juice, and coffee. Whats not to like about a pancake breakfast
fundraiser event. Please help support HCNC!! Keep the doors Open! Donation
of $5/person, $4/seniors, $18/family of four or more. Howard Christensen Nature
Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.
Annual Rummage Sale: Sand Lake United Methodist Church, 45 W. Maple St.,
Sand Lake. May 10, 11 &12, 9am-5pm Thurs., & Fri., Sat., 9am-Noon.
Mothers Day Craft Show, Sat., May 12, 9am-4pm, at the Lakeview Hotel in
downtown Lakeview, for more info. call Jeannie 231-937-6555.
An evening with the Knights, Sat., May 12, 6pm hors doeuvres and cocktails,
7pm dinner, live entertainment by: Countryside Band. A spring chicken dinner
professionally prepared by executive chef David Whitey Willer and served by The
Knights of Columbus Council 13653 Members. Christ the King Hall, 9596 Reed
Rd., Howard City. $25 per person. A charity event to benet: The Helping Hands
Food Pantry of Howard City. For tickets, contact: Steve Barnes 231-856-7715 or
Don Willer 616-745-2224.
Hospice of Michigan will host a Time of Remembrance program. This program
will offer the community an evening to remember our dear family and friends who
have left us. This program will include music, readings and an opportunity for
reection. A reception with refreshments will be served at the conclusion of the
program. The program is free and will be held on Tues., May 15, from 6-8pm at the
Big Rapids Hospice of Michigan ofce located at 400 Perry Ave. Please call Tangela
Zielinski to register at 231-527-0913.
One Book Kick-Off, nd out what everyone is reading during the 2012 One
Book One County Montcalm kick-off celebration on May 16 from noon to 1pm at
Montcalm Community Colleges Michigan Technical Education Center (M-TEC)
on the colleges Greenville Campus. A free light lunch is provided. Reservations are
required and may be made by calling 989-328-1236 or e-mail Instructional Services
Administrative Assistant Jane Lalonde at jane1@montcalm.edu. Attend the event
to learn the title of the 2012 book selection. Program sponsors are Chemical Bank
and MCC.
Old Fashion Family Game Night, Friday, May 18, 6:30-8:00pm. We will be
setting up tables with your favorite family classic games: Monopoly, Chess, Checkers,
Scrabble, Candy Land, Life and other classics. We will have hot chocolate by the
replace and some yummy snacks. You are encouraged to bring in your favorite
games. Donation of $5/person or $18/family of four or more. Howard Christensen
Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.
Mother/Daughter Salad Luncheon, Sat., May 19 at 12:30pm. Sand Lake United
Methodist Church, 45 W. Maple St., Sand Lake. Help us celebrate 140 years of
Ministry, if you have history with SLUMC, we would love to see you again. RSVP
before Thur., May 17th. 616-887-0890 or 616-636-5425.
The Sheridan VFW Post is now accepting parade entries for the annual
Memorial Day Parade in Sheridan. Those desiring to be in the parade may
contact the Post at 909-291-9680 for further information and for parade applications
or contact Eric Halvorsen, parade director 989-291-3401. The parade will begin at
11am on Mon., May 28th at or near the old Carnation Plant. Parade positions will
being forming at 10am. Applications will be closed on Thurs., May 24th. Late entries
will be assigned at the end of the parade.
Music by the Pond 2012, Location: Gazebo next to Curtis Pond, Sheldon St.,
Edmore. When: Sun., evenings at 6:30pm on May 25, 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.
Annual Coral Days Festival, June 22nd & 23rd - Crafters who want to rent
a booth for $10 please contact Kathy Gunderman at 231-354-6431 (Coral Power
Shop)
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.
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.
Tri County Senior All Nighter Parent Meeting: Every Monday night at 6:45pm
in the library at the Tri County High School. Any and all Senior Parents Welcome!
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.
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.
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CORAL
HUGE BARN SALE, 1st time, May
11th & 12th, 8am-7pm. 15378 W.
Cannonsville Rd., Coral. Furniture,
antiques, crystal, post cards,
books, jewelry, dishes, bedding,
clothes, vintage perfumes and
perfume bottles, much, much more.
LAKEVIEW
2-Garage Sales on 95th Ave.
between 4 & 5 Mile Roads. 7 Miles
N. of Lakeview. May 11th-Friday
Only. Boys/girls and women's
clothes, furniture-North Woods
Decor & misc.
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Vera Wilsie Elementary
140 Main Street, Newaygo, MI 49337
231-652-6371
KINDERGARTEN ROUND-UP
Registration Form
May 9, 10, 11, 2012
We are looking for children who will be ve on or before December
1, 2012. If you have a child who will be starting school in the fall,
please ll out the form below and return it to our school.
Childs Name: _____________________________________________
Birth Date: ______________________ Boy _______ Girl ________
City and State of Birth: _____________________________________
Mothers Name: _____________ Fathers Name: _________________
Address where you reside: ____________________________________
____________________________________

House Phone: __________________ Cell Phone: _________________
Preschool Attended _________________________________________
You must provide the following items; you may send them in ahead of time,
or bring to Round-up with you:
1. Birth Certicate
2. Proof of Residency
(Utility bill, rental agreement, notarized statement if you share a home)
3. Shot Records
We will have a dinner for incoming kindergarten students and their parents
in May at the Vera Wilsie Elementary School. We will send a post card out
as a reminder!
First Middle Last
City State Zip
Since 1988
2 Miles North of Greenville on M-91
616-754-6800
2003 HONDA ODYSSEY EXL
DVD, Leather, Local Trade.
$
6,995
1999 FORD F-150 EXT. CAB
Sharp!
$
4,995
2006 FORD ECONOLINE
Cargo Van.
$
3,995
2003 FORD TAURUS WAGON
Clean.
$
2,995
2003 SUBARU FORESTER
AWD, Auto.
$
5,995
2001 OLDSMOBILE ALERO
Red, Leather, Power Roof.
$
3,995
2005 SATURN RELAY MINI VAN
25 MPG.
$
5,995
1998 TOYOTA CAMRY
Great MPG!
$
3,495
2005 HONDA CIVIC
2 Door. 40 MPG!!
$
7,995
2009 CHEVROLET AVEO
Auto., 21K, Local Trade.
$
8,995
2003 JEEP LIBERTY
4x4, Auto.
$
5,995
2007 CHEVY IMPALA LT
Leather, Loaded.
$
7,995
2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
2500 H.D., Crew Cab, 4x4.
$
19,995
2010 CHEVROLET IMPALA
Power Roof, Loaded.
$
11,995
2008 FORD RANGER
5 Speed, Air.
$
6,995
2005 FORD F-150 SUPER CREW
XLT, Loaded.
$
14,995
2003 SATURN L200
Loaded.
$
5,995
2008 FORD TAURUS X
3rd Seat, Loaded.
$
9,995
2009 DODGE JOURNEY
Loaded.
$
9,995
2003 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO
Extra Nice!
$
5,995
2009 SUBARU FORESTER
AWD, 4x4.
$
12,995
2005 DODGE RAM 2500 4x4
Quad Cab, Hemi, Auto.
$
15,995
2005 KIA SPORTAGE SUV
Fuel Economy.
$
9,995
2009 MAZDA 3 TOURING
Only 15K.
$
13,995
JEEP WRANGLER
2 IN STOCK!
From
$
14,995
2004 FORD F-250 LARIAT
Crew Cab, Diesel, 70K.
$
20,995
2006 FORD 12 PASS. VAN
Loaded.
$
9,995
2003 JEEP LIBERTY 4x4
Sharp.
$
6,995
2003 FORD F-150 4x4
Longbox.
$
6,995
2009 TOYOTA SIENNA LE
Mini Van, Loaded.
$
14,995
2008 DODGE CARAVAN
Stow-N-Go, Well Equipped.
$
11,995
1500 4x4, Ext. Cab.
$
9,995
2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING
4 Door, Loaded.
$
9,995
2007 NISSAN SENTRA
40 MPG!
$
8,995
2006 TOYOTA COROLLA S
Sharp.
$
9,995
2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER
Cargo Van, V6.
$
9,995
2008 KIA RONDO
Auto., 48K.
$
10,995
2005 KIA OPTIMA
Auto., Loaded.
$
6,995
2007 BUICK LUCERNE
46K, Loaded.
$
12,995
2008 CHEVROLET MALIBU
Loaded, 4 Door, 45K.
$
12,995
2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE
Sporty!
$
8,995
2009 MAZDA 5 MINI VAN
Leather, Power Roof.
$
11,995
KENT THEATRE
8 N. Main St. Cedar Springs www.kenttheatre.org
616-696-7469
May 11, 12, 13
THE LUCKY ONE
Fri. 6 & 9 PM, Sat. 3, 6 & 9 PM, Sun. 3 & 6 PM
Tickets: $3.00
COUPON
FREE MEDIUM POPCORN
with the purchase of a large pop.
One coupon per person, per purchase. Expires May 31, 2012
Planned movie titles may be changed by the distributor without notice.
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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
SENIOR DISCOUNTS
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Baskets Perennials Flowers
Vegetable Flats & Herbs
From
Back Road Garden
Greenhouse
Open May 1st 231.629.1553
17497 Lake Montcalm Rd. East of Federal
w
ith
24-7
You Dont Know When Youll Need Us!
When Things Go Wrong,
Youve Got Someone On Your Side!
Were On
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24 Hours
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7 Days
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Surrounding
Counties
Jump
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Lock Outs
Flat Tire
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Were There For You!
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Located At:
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FREE Rotation & Repair
w/Your New Tire
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Most Brands Available
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VFW Post #4249
9075 Mason Dr. Newaygo
Bingo Ball Sales Start at 4:00. Bingo starts at 6:00.
May 7, 2012
Special Letter X - 21 numbers - $350
Progressive Jackpot - 51 numbers - $300 + 1/2 Sales
Jackpot - 53 numbers - $500
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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.
SEASONAL DOCK FOR Rent at
Reynolds landing on Hardy Pond. Call
616-225-9421.
032 Public Notices
FORECLOSED ABANDONED
STORAGE units: Sold to highest
bidder unless redeemed before sale
on Saturday May 26, 2012, 9:30 a.m.,
C&D Self Storage 18883 Almy Road,
Howard City: Bills; Carter; Benson:
Carter, Rose, Simpson collectibles,
household goods, electronics, tools,
bikes. toys; large units.
040 Lost and Found
FOUND BRACELET: LEFT at the
River Valley Shopper booth at the
business expo. Please call to de-
scribe. 231-937-4740.
050 Help Wanted
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.
CNA/HOME HEALTH Aides
needed for Big Rapids and sur-
rounding areas. Call Gaye at
Elders' Helpers at 616-454-8305.
DRIVERS: CO & O/Ops. $1500 Sign
On Bonus per driver! Excellent
Pay/Benefits. $.35-.45cpm.
Regional/OTR Singles/Teams. Lease
Purchase Avail. 0% Down. CDL-A 1yr.
Jamie/Eric: 888-912-7342 or 563-579-
3421.
EXPERIENCED MARINE
MECHANIC: Apply in person at
Southside Marine, 5441 South Green
St. in Fremont.
EXPERIENCED OTR DRIVERS.
Looking for "your keys to
success?" Look no further. We
offer a safety bonus, home time,
competitive pay and benefit
package. if interested call 231-937-
9451 or email
dispatch@dtwtransport.net
for further information.
HOME HEALTH AIDE - part time for
adult male - Big Rapids area. phone:
517-694-9152 or email resume and
letter to
shirleyaquino@rocketmail.com. Must
have CPR and first aide certifications.
$9.50/hr
MAKE MANISTEE
YOUR MASTERPIECE
The Manistee News Advocate is a
blank canvas in need of the right
editor a combination of artist,
leader and visionary to make our
5,000 circ. daily a masterpiece. Get
back to what you love journalism.
Previous editor experience required.
Were a family-owned company that
rewards loyalty, innovation and hard
work on Michigan's beautiful West
Coast. Send resume to:
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Manistee, MI 49660
Email:
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Deal line for applications
May 14, 2012
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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
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
United Hospital
Patients at United Hospital have access to surgical specialists in obstetrics, urology,
orthopaedics, ENT (ears, nose and throat), endoscopy and general surgerybeneting
from the expertise available at Spectrum Health. For coordinated, compassionate
surgical care, we provide greater possibilities for advanced treatment close to home.
To learn more about Theodor Asgeirsson, MD, and other surgeons, visit
spectrumhealth.org/united or call 616.225.8667.
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050 Help Wanted
TRUCK DRIVER NEED in lumber and
logging industry. (616)866-9317
090 Business Services
YEAR ROUND
CLEANING!
I will make your place shine!!
Reasonable, Reliable, References,
Insured.
Also home helper services provided.
Melody 616-636-7147.
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
SIDING, WINDOWS, ROOFING, deck
power-washing, basement re-
modeling. 22-yrs in business. Moss
Construction, Licensed and insured.
Call Mark at (989)289-4886,
markmossconstruction@casair.net.
100 Pets & Supplies
POMERANIAN PUPPIES, 1
chocolate/white female, 1 black/white
female, 1 black male. $300/each. Vet
checked, first shots. Call Pat 231-834-
1861.
110 For Rent
1-2 BEDROOM, Reed City, rent in-
cludes utilities, 1-year lease. No pets,
starting at $500/month. (231)465-
4049.
3-4 BEDROOM, 2 Bath. Located on
Quiet Street in Indian Lakes Just
North of Howard City. $800 per month.
Call for more information. 231-250-
5907. Available June 1, 2012
CROTON AREA: 3-Bedroom, 2-Bath
Log Duplex, Radiant heat, quiet
country setting next to Federal Land.
No Pets, No Smoking.
$950/month/deposit. Long term only, 1
year lease. 231-652-1173
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.
MOBILE HOME FOR Rent,
$600/month. 2-bedroom, 2-bath, in
Stanwood. Call Eric, 231-598-1424 for
more information.
ROOM MATE WANTED. $300/month
includes everything. Howard City
Area. 231-937-5316.
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.
SMALL COTTAGE MUSKEGON
River, Rogers Heights. Mature person
with references. $550/month plus
utilities (616)399-6659
TAMARACK CREEK SENIOR APTS,
710 W. Edgerton in Howard City has
one bedroom units. Rent based on
income with limited subsidy. Minimum
rent $400.00.Community room and
laundry area for residents use. Inside
mail delivery. Applications at office on
site or by calling 1-800-225-7982. To
qualify persons must be 62 years old
or disabled of any age. Barrier free
unit in building. Applications in foyer or
call Beverly 1-800-225-7982. Man-
aged by Stratford Group Ltd., 442 W.
Baldwin, Alpena, MI. This institution is
an equal opportunity provider, and
employer. TDD
#1-800-855-1155. EHO
WOODRIDGE APARTMENTS
70 North Lester, White Cloud
Walking Distance to Everything!
Playground
Close to Schools
Rent Based on Income
TDD: 800-649-3777
Equal Housing Opportunity
Barrier Free Units Available
This institution is an equal
opportunity
provider and employer
Call Today!
231-225-6592
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.
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Life and Fear of Dying
About ve years ago, Richard Boomer, a local resident started a newspaper called, Lakeview Area News.
Unfortunately, a few years after, Mr. Boomer died. His family, the editor (Linda Huckins), and the will staff carried on
with the paper until last week when the newspaper had to close.
It is very interesting to observe the lifecycle of an entity such as the Lakeview Area News. Like a living thing, the
newspaper was born, it came into existence, and it matured and then died. We are born, we mature, and then we
pass. There is much debate about the afterlife and if there is a fore life. There are lively arguments about the concept
of reincarnation, past lives, and genetic memory.
There are reports of people recalling near-death experiences. There are people who nearly die, and did not recall
anything. There are hundreds of traditions about what happens to us when we die. There is often a great deal of fear
associated with dying and what is going to happen to us after we die. Over the years I have done a lot of work with
hospice and peoples reaction to dying varies a great deal. Some ght to survive and some are ready and peacefully
slip away.
It is important to understand that we, like every living entity, have a lifecycle. We all are going to die. For ones peace
of mind and stress control, we must spend some time thinking about death. Perhaps we can read some books, counsel
with a spiritual advisor, or attend some seminars. This way we can have some peace about what will happen.
My belief is that after we die, part of this carries on. I think we are much like the newspaper. The physical newspaper,
the Lakeview Area News, has died. But an e-mail version of the newspaper carries on.
Have you noticed when someone dies, everything else carries on. The Earth continues to turn. The sun, the stars
still shine. People who remain continue to live and go to their jobs and build new relationships.
A part of us carries on in the hearts and minds of those that we love. And from time to time,
the name of the person whose past is spoken. But I believe there is something more that exists.
Mostly that belief has been developed by my patients and others who have had near-death
experiences. The strength of that belief is what overcomes the fear of dying. Instead of fear, I feel
an excited anticipation. It feels much like being ready to go on a trip.
If you are experiencing fear of dying, it is very important to nd peace with this. It is very stress
producing and will make your life unpleasant. Seek some help, use some homeopathic remedies,
do some reading, and seek some spiritual counsel. This way the rest of your life can be peaceful
and joyful.
Put Your Health in Your Own Hands. Bob Huttinga PA-C. 989-352-6500.
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Call
Cheryl Rosen, Realtor
231-250-1390
cheryl@patriot-realty.net
10676 N. Cleveland
50 frontage on Bitely Lake
2 BR, 2 BA
Fireplace
Views Galore
Added Extra RV Hookup
$
144,900
3947 W. Birch St.
30 lake access on
beautiful Nichols Lake, Bitely
Cozy, sharp & ready to move
in & enjoy summer
Priced to sell quickly
$
76,900
1381 Shady Lane
50 frontage on all sports
Turk Lake, Greenville
Cute, clean & comfy
cottage - 2 BR, 1 BA
Sandy beach and more!
$
121,900
1717 E. 88th
3 BR, 1 BA
Fireplace, 2+ car garage
Park-like setting yard
Swimming access across
the road at Hess Lake
$
104,900
1741 E. 88th
3 BR, 1 BA, furnished
Swimming access is just across
the road at Hess Lake
Large 3 wooded lots with easy access for
parking RV, boat or building site for pole barn
$
64,900
2415 13 Mile Rd.
80 frontage on Bitely Lake
Lives large - sleeps 10-12
Shady + extra large lake lot
New steel roof
$
148,800
SALE
Pending
Just
Listed
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Listed
Just
Listed
New
Price
COTTAGE PROPERTIES
Feature of
the Week!
2010 Buick LaCrosse
CXL, low miles, cardinal
red, looks brand new. Stop
in to see Paul Riley.
BOOKWALTER
MOTOR SALES
S. M-66 Stanton. MI
989-831-5271
Toll Free: 866-831-5271
2007 Buick Terraza CXL,
leather, loaded, local one
owner, full power. Get with Paul
soon!
2000 Buick LeSabre, leather,
loaded, nice clean car. Just see
Paul.
2005 Chevy Impala, local one
owner trade, lots of extras!
Contact Paul Riley.
2003 Ford Explorer, Sport
Trac package, 4WD, local one
owner, absolutely mint and
yours when you see Paul.
Just arrivied...2005 Cadillac
DeVille, local, lady-owned,
excellent condition, full power
and yours when you see Paul
Riley.
2010 Chevy Impala LT, LTZ,
low miles, 3 to choose from.
Ask for Paul.
2011 Chevy Impala, full power,
low miles, 6 to choose from if
you go see Paul Riley.
2009 Pontiac G6, GM Certied,
low miles. Call Paul.
1997 Cadillac DeVille, local
one owner, 75,000 actual miles,
absolutely mint. $4,500 plus
tax & tags. Contact Paul Riley
today!
2008 Buick Lucerne CXL, low
miles, full power, priced to sell.
Contact Paul today.
2007 Nisson Versa, local one
owner trade, 53,000 miles,
priced to sell. Just ask for Paul.
2009 Chevy Traverse, 34,000
actual miles, GM Certied, full
power. Be sure to get with Paul
Riley.
Just arrived...1999 2WD Heavy
Duty 3/4 Ton Ford Extended
Cab, V10, one owner, 43,000
actual miles, looks brand new.
Save BIG $$$ when you call
Paul Riley.
Just arrived! The all NEW 2013
Chevy Malibu, with eAssist and
full power.
Test drive one today!
New spring 2012, Spectrum Health United Lifestyles is offering a free*
sevenweek education series for seniors.
Attend them all or just a few; it is totally up to you!
Super Seniors: April 9, 2012
Plate method-cooking demo & sample, Sit and Be Fit tone & stretch
CPR for Seniors: April 16, 2012
Learn and practice basic life saving skills (opportunity to purchase materials)
Super Seniors: April 23, 2012
Better eating for better aging-cooking demo & sample, Sit and Be Fit (part 2)
AARP Driver Safety Program 1st session: April 30, 2012
*$10 fee for AARP Driver Safety program
AARP Driver Safety Program 2nd session: May 1, 2012
Medicare Information: May 7, 2012
Help sorting through the ins and outs of the Medicare system
Super Seniors: May 14, 2012
Nutrient needs for Seniors Cooking demo & sample,
Sit and be Fit arthritis exercise
Understanding Alzheimers: May 21, 2012
Alzheimers safety video
Location:
United Lifestyles
407 S. Nelson
Greenville MI 48838
Class Time:
9:30 to 11 a.m.
AARP class:
12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
For details and registration,
please call 616.754.6185.
Registration is required.
SeniorMoments
Education Series
United Lifestyles
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EXPIRES MAY 31, 2012 - 4 PM
AUCTIONEERS:
Bob Rottier 231-638-6152
Steve Rottier 989-615-3506
Cash, Check w/ positive ID. MasterCard and Visa accepted.
Registered Auctioneer # 2801000032
Full lunch service available.
ESTATE AUCTION
DATE: SAT., MAY 12 @ 10:00 A.M.
LOCATION: On Site - 2443 Ramshorn Dr.
FREMONT, MICHIGAN 49412
DIRECTIONS: From Fremont: North of Fremont on Stone Rd. to 24th St., East to
Ramshorn. Watch for signs. Close to the corner of 24th and Ramshorn.
SELLER: Linda Bryan and Sharon Wallace -
Co-Executors for the Russ Witte Estate, have commissioned Auction Connec-
tion Inc. to sell the following items at auction.
THIS IS JUST A PARTIAL LIST WATCH OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES
www.auctionconnectioninc.com
COLLECTIBLES/HOUSEHOLD: Dinner Bell, Copper Boilers,
Crockery Jugs, 45 Records, Record Albums, Wall Pocket,
Kids Toys, Fisher Price Toys, Pedestal Ash Tray, Pressure
Canners, Canning Jars, Lava Lamp, Baking Pans, Old Wall
Telephone, Radio DVD Player, Microwave, Egg Basket, Old
Fire Extinguisher, Old Chandelier, and MORE!

FURNITURE: Melville Clark
Spinet Piano, Couch, End Ta-
bles, Queen Size Bed, Bookshelf
Bed, Older Pine Cabinet, Twin
Beds, Waterfall Bed and Dress-
er, Kitchen Table and 6 Chairs,
Glider Rocker, Small Desk,
Recliner, Eden Pure Heater, Entertainment Center, Bagged
Chairs, Lazy Boy Recliner, Oak Drop Leaf Table, Ladder
Back Rocker, Record Cabinet, Bedroom Suite, Enamel Top
Kitchen Cabinet, Porch Glider, and MORE!

TOOLS/GARAGE: Fish Poles and
Spears, Tackle Box, Fish Lures,
Tip Ups, Boat Oars, Scrap Steel,
Century 230 Amp Welder, Ward
30 Amp Battery Charger, Small
Air Compressor, Small Air
Compressor, Deer Horns, Yard
Tools, Roto Tiller, Shop Lights, Stewart Cow Clipper, Jig
Saw, Poulan Chain Saw, Socket Sets, Tap and Dye Set, Bl
& Decker Sanders, Power Saw, Rope Bullet Heater, Deck
Sprayer, Log Chain, Grease/Oil Cans, Delta 12 Planner,
Yard Wagon, Levels, Running Gear, hay Rack, Band Saw,
Craftsman Belt Sander, Scroll Saw, Rockwell Table Saw,
Drill Press, Craftsman Rolling Tool Cabinet, 5500 Watt Gen-
erator, Bench Grinder, Ice Tongs, Harpoon Fork, Barn Beam
Auger Hand Corn Planter, Small Corn Grinder, JD Plow
Clevis, 40 Wood Ladder, Honda, Murray 42 Lawn Mower,
22 Cubic ft. Lawn Sweeper, Yard Wind Mill (6), Large
Rocks, Sheppard Hooks, Yard Swing, Steel Wheels, Dairy
Show Halters, Lightening Rod Stands, JD 12 3 Sec Drag,
Wood Fence Posts, Apple Crates, Stainless Steel Milk Tank, Old Bicycles, Wishing
Well, Ice Shanty of Runner, Pop Up Shanty, Platform Scale, and MORE!!!!

AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Russ and Thelma Witte lived on this farm for many years,
both have passed away, Lots of Farm Items, Household, Furniture, Theres sure to
be some great nds. 2 Rings all day. Watch our web site for added pictures the
week of the sale. Full Lunch Service Available.
Come and Join us for the Day. To see pictures go to
www.auctionconnectioninc.com
The sale. On June 14, 2006, Mr. Shreve sold his
motorcycle to a fellow named Jay. He signed
over the title, gave up the keys, took the money.
Mr. Shreve thought hed made a good deal. He
cancelled the bikes insurance. He was excited.
In his excitement and haste to get the money to
the bank, Mr. Shreve did not remove the license
plate. Leaving the plate on the bike turned out to
be the turning point in the lawsuit that followed,
and why the deal went south.
The re-sale. Sometime shortly after the sale, Jay
assigned the title maybe again sold the cycle?
- to Kenneth Curler. Jay gave Mr. Curler the mo-
torcycle title signed by Mr. Shreve. Mr. Shreve
didnt lled in Jays name as the buyer, but some-
one wrote in Mr. Curlers name as the buyer and
June 18, 2012 as the date of sale. However Mr.
Shreve insisted to the trial court that he had sold
the bike to Jay on June 14th not the 18th.
The accident. On June 17, 2006, Mr. Curler had
been in an accident with another vehicle while
riding his new motorcycle. Neither Mr. Curler
nor the other vehicle/owner had insurance.
The rst insurer. The case was assigned to Titan
Insurance Company by the Michigan Assigned
Claims Facility, which handles many uninsured
vehicles accidents for the Insurance industry in
Michigan. Titan decided that Shreves insurer,
State Farm, was rst in line to cover liability for
all the injuries sustained in the accident because
Shreve was the last titled insurer of the bike.
State Farm denied it. State Farm disagreed.
It argued that once Shreve had signed over the
motorcycle title to Jay and actually delivered the
bike to Jay (on the 14th) Shreve was no longer
the owner. State Farm insisted it could not have
been the insurer of the bike when its client was
only a former owner. Thus the date of sale be-
came an issue for the trial court to decide. Curler
admitted that he was the bikes owner at the time
of the accident. But Titan still insisted State
Farm would have to pay.
The Court of Appeals disagreed. The Court of
Appeals didnt much care about the date of sale.
It looked to the law instead (go gure). It found
that because Shreves license plate was on the
bike at the time of the accident, Shreve was the
Registrant. Theres no denying thats what the
law says. And under Michigan law #500.3114(5),
the insurer for the Registrant of a motor vehicle
in the accident is in the list of insurers having
some priority responsibility for injuries sus-
tained. Shreves insurers priority was fourth, but
no-one else had insurance, so the Appeals Court
moved State Farm to rst priority position.
The license plate asco. When the Legislature
passes laws, the Courts job is to uphold them.
The legislative intent of holding a plate owners
insurer liable for potential personal injury/prop-
erty injury however remotely - goes to the goal
of helping pay the bills. Anyone having some in-
terest in the vehicle, however remote, puts their
insurer on the hook. Shreves failure to remove
the plate gave the injured person help paying
their bills.
Reconsider? State Farm is ling a petition for
reconsideration by the Appeals Court, based on
Curler admitting he was the new owner of the
vehicle. But it looks like motorcycle madness to
me. When your plates on someone elses vehi-
cle and that vehicles in an accident? And no-one
else has any insurance to pay the victims health
care bills? Someones trying to pull some wool
over someones eyes. And the Appeals Court has
too many eyes to blind.
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Jeanne Jerow practices Property law, extensively in Divorce &
Custody, Estate and Trust Planning certicate, Adoptions, Pro-
bate, Auto Accidents, Business Law. Remember, because you
read it here, its not your personal legal advice. Dont depend
on it.
Motorcycle madess
By Jeanne L. Jerow, Attorney, Counselor, Mediator Howard City
PATTERSON PLUMBING GOING
OUT OF BUSINESS AUCTION
Saturday MAY 12th, 2012 10:00 AM
7481 S. M-37 Baldwin, Michigan
Direction: 1 mile South of Baldwin (North of Airport) on M-37
CURRIE PARKER AUCTION SERVICE
PHIL CURRIE 231-796-6617 BOB PARKER 231-823-2329
717 SHERIDAN ST. BIG RAPIDS, MICHIGAN 49307
CONDITIONS AND TERMS OF SALE: CASH, GOOD CHECK WITH ID - NOTHING REMOVED UNTIL SETTLED FOR
- NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR DAMAGED ITEMS
Verbal statements at time of sale take precedence over written documents.
PORTA JOHN WWW.CURRIEPARKERAUCTION.COM & AUCTION ZIP LUNCH WAGON
Auctioneer note: Mr. Patterson has been in the plumbing business for 60yrs. Lots of new
plumbing supplies (3 Bldgs full) very clean sale. Be prepared for 2 rings.
2000 Chevy Silverado 350 Std
pickup w/bed utility box, 72000
miles
JOHN DEER 4200 diesel 1200 hrs
Attachments:
Loader
Back hoe
60 mower deck
Fork lift w/pallet fork
Extra bucket
5200 Watt Generator
Pipe cutters
Myers shallow well pump
Myers sewage ejector
2-sump pump
Bladder tank
3- hot water coils for wood
stove heating
Kitchen sinks
Faucets
Lots of plumbing supplies:
Fittings PVC, Quest, cpuc
pro pross 1/2 TO 3/4
1/8 to 1/2 compression t
3/8 to 11/2 Ball & Gate valves
Heat pump 40,000 BTU
Pipe threaders (hand)
Hand pipe threaders
Electric pipe threader
Mudd pump
Air power drain cleaner
Ladders
5th wheel hitch for Chev
Double axel 18 ft load trailer
10 ft enclosed box trailer
Open utility trailer
2 electric pipe thawers
R 12 & 22 Refrigerator gauges
Flag pole
Electric cords
Wheel barrow
Manual typewriter
5 telephones
Car ramps
Cement blocks
Stair climbing dolly
Pipe Wrenches
Rigid pipe expanders to 1
Laser level
Rigid drain snake
Copper cleaning machine
Portable Propane 40,000BTU
Iron, galvanized and PVC
ttings 1/2 to 1PVC to4
Supply valves
Toilet valves
Misc. furnace repairs parts
Soft copper
Rigid Propress tool to 1
Back ow prevetor kit
Refrigerator reclaim unit
Vacuum pump
Refrigerator leak detector
Copy machine
Boss 8 ft snowplow
w/attachments
Antique desk & 1 regular desk
2 Desk chairs
Fax machine
Super heat pyrometer
4 drawer ling cabinet
5-open metal cabinets
2 tables
Carport 18x20 ft
Saw saw
Faucet seat kit
Treat lumber
2x6, 2x8 & 2x10
Scrap copper, brass
Firewood
Chain saw, 2-air tanks 90psi
Hand tools, Dewalt cutoff saw
Chain fall, battery chargers
Boss snow plow 8 ft w/
attachments
HOUSE
3 br 2 bath/2 car garage,
sunroom, nished basement
2 parcels
PARCEL 1, .91 acre M/L
(commercial) Parcel # 43-14-
010-024-15
PARCEL 2, 1.65 acres M/L
(residential) Parcel # 43-14-010-
024-11
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Powells Greenhouse
At POWELLS EXCAVATING & SEPTIC, INC.
231-937-5014
20544 M-82 Howard City
OPEN
Mon. - Fri. 8 - 5
Sat. 9 - 6
Give Your Mom What She Needs to
Take Her Garden to the Next Level!
Our products are of the highest quality.
Hanging Baskets
Shepherd Hooks
Tree Hangers
Pavers
Trees
Colored Mulches
Natural Stone
Beach Sand
Lawn Edging
Top Soil
Flowers
Perennials
Plants
Tomato Cages
Shrubs
Bushes
Campre Rings
(24 - 48)
Combo Planters
Bark
Grass Seed
231-937-2277
19449 M46 Highway Howard City
1 Mile East of US131 off Exit 120
2009 Chrysler
Town & Country
$15,995
2004 Chevy
Tahoe LT
Z71
$14,495
2009
Dodge Nitro
SLT 4WD
$13,995
2008 Saturn
Outlook
XE AWD
$13,995
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
2009
Pontiac Vibe
$10,795
Visit Our
Website!
www.
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2010 Subaru
Outback
Premium
$16,995
2010 Subaru
Outback
Limited
$18,495
2007 Pontiac
G5 GT
$8,795
2000
Pontiac
Grand Am GT
$5,495
12th Annual
Golf Scramble
June 1, 2012

Sponsored by:
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Please respond by Tuesday, May 22, 2012.
To register additional golfers, please include
information on a separate sheet and return
with this form.
Golfer #1
Name _____________________________________
Address ___________________________________
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State/ZIP __________________________________
E-mail _____________________________________
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Address ___________________________________
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170 Items for Sale
14FT GRUMAN FLAT bottom boat
and trailer with seats $450. (361)443-
6439.
15" RYON SADDLE, Fort Worth
Texas made, $250 (231)832-4005
please leave message.
170 Items for Sale
ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING bills.
OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from
Central Boiler. Absolute Comfort
Mechanical Contractors 231-652-
5286.
KAYAK 15FT. WITH rudder and
paddle $300 (248)259-1878.
170 Items for Sale
TAG SALE. LIFETIME collection of
Milo Drilling. Antiques: Railroad lan-
terns, steins, crocks, apothecary jars,
woodworking tools, scales, copper,
brass, bells, wooden kitchen tools and
bowls, political buttons, ships wheel, 8'
barrel top secretary, much more!
Household: dishes, furniture, game
table w/chairs, lighted display cabinet,
much misc.
Tools: many wrenches, screwdrivers,
table saw, tool chest on wheels. Lots
more!
7885 S. M-37 (1 mile south/Baldwin).
Thur-Fri-Sat, May 10, 11, 12, 9-4.
Cash and credit cards accepted.
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
DOLL SALE: COLLECTION of por-
celain and vinyl dolls. May 10th-12th.
$5 to $200. Call 231-937-4571 for
directions.
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3298 W. Howard City - Edmore Rd. Six Lakes
(on the corner of M-46 & M-66 North)
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ANDY KEEP THOSE
PRICES LOW!
LISTEN TO YOUR
MOTHER!!
Parts with Repair
See Andy for Details.
RV
With coupon only.
Expires 5/1/12 RV
Brand New
Amana
Dishwasher
$
269
While Supplies Last
Mon.-Fri. 9-3/Sat. 9-1 572 S. State SE Sparta 616-887-1999
Across from Family Fare, Next to Burger King (In the Back)
Samsung
French Door
Bottom Drawer
Was $3,399
$
1,799
Washer or Dryer
From
$
159
NOW
OK-OK
Mom!
Whitesh Lake
Golf & Grill
Loons Nest
Banquet Center
Mothers Day Buffet
May 13 11:30 - 3:30
Mothers receive FREE Gift & Golf!
Reservations Suggested
1-888-368-5666
Join Us For Weekly
Leagues & Scrambles
Openings available for both!
U.S. 131, Pierson Exit (114)
www.whiteshgolfandgrill.com
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170 Items for Sale
14FT GRUMAN FLAT bottom boat
and trailer with seats $450. (361)443-
6439.
15" RYON SADDLE, Fort Worth
Texas made, $250 (231)832-4005
please leave message.
170 Items for Sale
ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING bills.
OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from
Central Boiler. Absolute Comfort
Mechanical Contractors 231-652-
5286.
KAYAK 15FT. WITH rudder and
paddle $300 (248)259-1878.
170 Items for Sale
TAG SALE. LIFETIME collection of
Milo Drilling. Antiques: Railroad lan-
terns, steins, crocks, apothecary jars,
woodworking tools, scales, copper,
brass, bells, wooden kitchen tools and
bowls, political buttons, ships wheel, 8'
barrel top secretary, much more!
Household: dishes, furniture, game
table w/chairs, lighted display cabinet,
much misc.
Tools: many wrenches, screwdrivers,
table saw, tool chest on wheels. Lots
more!
7885 S. M-37 (1 mile south/Baldwin).
Thur-Fri-Sat, May 10, 11, 12, 9-4.
Cash and credit cards accepted.
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
DOLL SALE: COLLECTION of por-
celain and vinyl dolls. May 10th-12th.
$5 to $200. Call 231-937-4571 for
directions.
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NELSONS
FARM MARKET
Fresh From
the Farm
HOURS: Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 6 pm Sun. Noon - 5 pm
469 W. 112th St. Located 1 mile North of Grant
231-834-8441
Maple Syrup Honey
Preserves Butters
Salsa
FRESH
SWEET
APPLE
CIDER
(No preservatives)
OPENING FOR THE SEASON
MAY 7th
Beautiful HANGING BASKETS
just in time for Mothers Day!
Flat of Flowers & Vegetables
Perennials (1 qt. size)
Fresh Michigan Asparagus
We still have a few apples
HOMEMADE
CARAMEL
APPLES
F
resh
New for this year
MORE TOPPINGS!
Frozen:
Cherries,
Blueberries,
Strawberries,
Peaches
Shelled Corn
Cob Corn
Bird Food
Hay
Straw
Bagged Mulch & Soil
BAKERY
IS
OPEN!
FAMILY DINING FOOD & SPIRITS
(231) 652-1196
864 E. 88th St. Newaygo
Tues.-Thurs. 11 am to 10 pm
Fri. & Sat. 11 am - 11 pm
Sunday 11 am - 8 pm
Closed Monday
Gift Certicates Available
Serving Daily Lunch
& Dinner Specials
Seafood Prime Rib Steaks Ribs
~ Sandwiches to Lobster ~
Smugglers Cove
Mothers Day Sun., May 13
Join Us For Specials!
Call for reservations.
231-856-4570
Mon.-Sat. 8-9 Sun. 8-8 Downtown Morley
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING LOCALLY!
Henry & Candy
Hand-Dipped
Ice Cream
Coming Soon!
Party
Store
Henry Says:
HAPPY MOTHERS
DAY TO ALL!
Coke
Products
12 Packs
2/$
8
00
+ Dep.
+ Tax &
Dep.
30 Pack
Hamms
$
13
99
Wee Bees
Bells
OBERON
Is Back!
18 Pack 16 oz. Cans
Busch &
Busch Light
$
13
99
+ Tax &
Dep.
Town Club
16 oz. Glass Bottles
99
N
e
w
!
Per Bottle
+ Dep.
Check out
our new
selection
of Jays
Chips!
BED &
BREAKFAST
Sunday, May 13
11 am - 2 pm
$
9
00
Plus Gratuity
Mothers Day Brunch
12 Hot Buffet Items
15 Cold Buffet Items
Desserts
Includes Choice of Beverage:
Ice Tea, Coffee, or Lemonade
~ Reservations Suggested ~
www.theshackbedandbreakfast.com
231-924-6683
2263 W. 14th St. White Cloud, MI
On Robinson Lake
Shop Local & Save Gas
21875 Monroe
Morley, MI
231-349-9306
Mon - Sat 8am - 7pm
Sun 11am - 6pm
Saenz
Gand Produce Growers
REENHOUSES
S
N
Monroe
Greenhouses
Jefferson Exit 125
2
1
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2
3
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1
3
1
Roadside
Market
AMPLE PARKING
Brady Lake
GREENHOUSES
OPEN
Seed Potatoes
Onion Sets
Variety of Seeds
Available
(Sorry, no corn seed)
Mothers Day
HANGING
BASKETS
Beautiful owering
Wave Petunias
Million Bells
Geraniums, etc.
TOMATOES
Many Varieties
Early Girl Mt. Pride
Big Boy Beefsteak
Heirloom
Brandy Wine
Etc.
Open Mothers Day
Come in &
browse thru our
greenhouses & pick
up a FREE Early
Girl Tomato Starter
(1 x 1 size)
Beautiful Flowering
HANGING
BASKETS
1000s to choose from
Beautiful Terra Color
10 Combination
Pots
Greenhouse Hours:
Mon. - Sat.
8 am - 7 pm
Sun. 11 am - 6 pm
ROADSIDE
MARKET
Open In June
Large Selection
Flowering
ANNUALS
Pansy Marigolds
Celosia in bloom &
3.5 accent plants
Spikes Bocopu
Vinca Vines Ferns Etc.
Cabbage Broccoli
Brussel Sprouts
Spanish Onions
Ready for early
planting in ats
(12 pks, 4 ct. ea.)
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170 Items for Sale
FISH FOR STOCKING Most Vari-
eties- Ponds, Lakes LAGGIS FISH
FARM (269)628-2056 Days (269)624-
6215 Evenings
170 Items for Sale
REBUILT COMPUTERS &
LAPTOPS: Also Computer repair &
virus removal. Reasonable Rates.
(231)856-7883
170 Items for Sale
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!!
BOAT 12FT ALUMINUM V-hull, good
solid boat, no leaks, $225 (231)652-
6134.
HARLEY DAVIDSON ENGINE parts
1984-1999 big twin (S&S, Jim's, etc.)
$500 or less. (989)339-4147.
HAY FOR SALE, 1st cutting, square
bales, $1.50/bale, approximately 300-
400 bales. Call (616)984-2416
MERCURY MOTOR, 7.5hp, electric
start. $425 runs excellent. Call 231-
937-4100.
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.
RIDING LAWN MOWER,
Wheelhorse. $300 231-937-5825.
THREE PIECE ENTERTAINMENT
center wall unit, cherry. Needs minor
repairs $200 OBO (231)660-2975.
TWIN BED SET, light blond slatted
head/foot boards, new mattress,
matching dresser, $100 (586)693-
0312.
WINNIE THE POOH play center, like
new, in box, $75. Bitely area (517)902
-3882.
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NORTHLAND
TRAILERS
903 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac 1/4 Mile S. of the Wex
Sales Parts Service
231-775-3101
Northland Trailers
is proud to announce the all new Super Lite,
33 ft., half ton towable
Fifth Wheel
by
A must see, great look, great floor plan!
Farmers Market Now Open
Flowering Baskets In-Season Produce
Annual & Perennial Plants
Craft Vendors
Accepting Bridge Cards
Starting 5/12 open every Saturday 9 am - 1 pm
at the depot, downtown Howard City
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
$200,000
$180,000
$160,000
$140,000
$120,000
$100,000
$80,000
$60,000
$40,000
$20,000
$0
SPRING CLEANING
SPECIAL
231-349-5877
Serving Big Rapids
and surrounding
area
(Will drive 1 hr.)
Carpet Cleaning
$
99
pp
For 4
Rooms
Car Detailing
Special
$
99
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Starting at
Randy Lettinga ................... 616-437-2005 Paul Peterson ............ 231-239-1897
George Herman .................. 616-498-8152 Mike Petersen ........... 231-598-1029
Dan Folkema ...................... 231-519-1022 Bob VandeHevel ........ 231-423-7641
RAVENNA AUCTION
SALE EVERY MONDAY Selling prices as of 4-23-12
231-853-5738
Visit our new website @ www.ravennaauction.com
Selling at 3:30 PM Outside ......... TOP
Hay ................................................$4.75
Straw ............................................$1.60
Round Bales ................................$35.00
Feeder Pigs ...................................... N/A
Wood ............................................... N/A
Livestock selling at 5:30 PM
SHEEP & GOATS
Fat Lambs .................................$215.00
Feeder Lambs ...........................$250.00
Ewes ...........................................$95.00
Goats/selling by head ................$150.00
CALVES
Top Veal ....................................$185.00
Deacons ....................................$150.00
Back to Farm Deacons ..............$250.00
FEEDER CATTLE
Choice Steers 250-400# ............$185.00
Choice Steers 400# & up ..........$145.00
Choice Heifers ...........................$150.00
Holstein Steers 250-400# .........$150.00
Holstein Steers 400# & up ........$120.00
HOGS .................................. TOP
Hogs 200-230# ...........................$59.00
Hogs 230-250# ...........................$60.00
Ruffs ...........................................$51.00
Boars ..........................................$42.00
SLAUGHTER CATTLE
Choice Steers ............................$121.00
Choice Heifers ...........................$118.00
Holstein Steers ..........................$118.00
COWS
Top Cows ....................................$93.50
Canners & Cutters .......................$75.00
Thurs. Rail Cows (9am-3pm) .......$158.00
BULLS .........................................$97.00
DAIRY
Fresh Cows & Heifers ............$2,200.00
Springing Heifers ...................$1,950.00
Shortbred Heifers ...................$1,100.00
Open Heifers .............................$750.00
Heifers Calves ...........................$350.00
Bulls .......................................$1,950.00
2012 CHEVY CRUZE
2012 CHEVY MALIBU LS
Malibu: 24 month lease, 10k/year, $1,600 due @ sign plus tax title, lic and doc for GM Employees and family members.
Cruze: 24 month lease, 10k/year, $1,775 due @ sign plus tax title, lic and doc for GM Employees and family members.
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Select Care Physical Therapy
North End of Town (Next to Carpet Store)
7762 N. Federal Road, Howard City, MI 49329
Aquatic Therapy (Only one in Town)
Anodyne for Neuropathy
Vestibular Rehab/Balance Training/
Fall Prevention
Sports Medicine/Kinesio Taping
Work Injuries/Auto Injuries
Pain Management
Orthopaedic Manual Therapy
Arthritis/Fibromyalgia/Osteoporosis
Therapy Program
Post-op Edema Management
Not afliated with any other therapy
provider in the area. Operated by husband
and wife physical therapist team with
combined experience of 30 years.
Our therapists work only at this location,
and are highly trained and certied.
Our Hand-On approach is the strength
behind our successful treatment programs.
Therapy provided by licensed
physical therapists only.
Working Hours: Mon. to Fri. 9 am to 5 pm
*Early morning and late evening appt. are available, please inquire within.
All insurances are welcome, exible payment plans for co-payments, deductible, private pay, etc.
231-937-8485
Fax: 231-937-9836
www.selectcarePT.com
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170 Items for Sale
WOMEN'S THUNDERBIRD golf clubs
and bag, nearly new, beautiful set
$150 (989)382-9295.
WORK BENCH WITH vise and
handing light $70. Call (231)796-5707.
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-
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250 Autos for Sale
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280 Farm Goods
1ST CUTTING HAY for sale.
$2.50/bale 616-889-4797.
FARRIER SERVICE: DEPENDABLE
& knowledgeable, trail, performance,
to corrective, well studied in lameness,
hoof mapping, shoeing for soundness,
competitive rates. 989-287-0144
HAY FOR SALE
1ST CUTTING 2011 hay, must empty
the barn $1.50 bale. (231)867-3656
290 Farm Equipment
1950 JOHN DEERE B. $2400. Front
bucket, brush hog, good rubber, ori-
ginal 6-volt , runs okay. Grant/231-834
-5443.
MASSEY FERGUSON 230
Tractor/diesel; Hay Wagon w/new
rack; 3pt. 10ft. Disc; 12ft. Drag; 3pt. "3
-section" Drag; Field Digger 3pt; Case
bottom Plow; JD 2-bottom Plow; Oliver
2-bottom Plow; MM 13-hole Grain
Drill; 4ft. Cultipacker; Oat & Rye
Straw. (231)796-3843
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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.
PINE GROVE
Community Church
A Christian Reformed
Ministry
Sunday Service 10 am
Boys & Girls Clubs
Wednesday at 7 pm
Teen Activities - Call Church
231-937-5250
On M-82, 5 miles west of
Howard City
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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Arthur K. Eggerding Inc.
Realtor / Broker
Committed to marketing your property!
28 Years Experience, VA loans. Call Today!
Brynadette Powell 616.835.2624
Arthur K. Eggerding Realty 616.453.7655
Brynadette Powell
616-835-2624
8752 Oak Dr., Sand Lake - Baptist Lake Frontage - Great view and shing! 3 bedroom, 2 full baths. Walkout
basement, central air and new furnace, new roof. $170,000.
122 Bradford St., Stanton - Huge 4 BR house in downtown Stanton. Priced with built in equity. In-ground pool
with a bathhouse, changing room, & elec. sauna. Wood burning replace is the center of family room. $85,000
16375 Larsen Ave., Gowen - Large 20 acre wooded lot, with a 3 BR (possible 4) single family home. Large
variety of wildlife, private aerated 1/2 acre pond stocked with sh, sandy beach. Home warranty. Close to golf
courses, lakes & downtown Greenville. $139,900.
MILDRED HOUTING
LEISURE ACRES
TAKING APPLICATIONS
for 1 & 2 bedroom apart-
ments. Must be 62 years of
age or handicapped or dis-
abled of any age. Designed
for extremely low, very low
and low income. Rent based
on 30% of income. For
more information please call
(616) 696-3920/TDD 1-800-
649-3777.
Equal Housing
Opportunity.
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Automotive Guide
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COMPLETE INVENTORY AT: www.RandyMerrenAuto.com
616-754-6800
ANDERSON
INSURANCE
AUTO HOME LIFE BUSINESS
231-937-5634
Fax: (231) 937-5240
230 West Shaw, P.O. Box 129
Howard City
Email: jim@jmandersonagency.net
Expert Color Match Frame Repair
Collision Work
State Certied Tech.
Free Estimates
Low Cost Rentals Available
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
Bassetts Body Shop
Auto & Boat Repair
Complete Collision Repair Glass Insurance Work
Fiberglass & Gel Work Painting
Clean-ups & Detailing Upholstery
11888 Northland Dr. Cedar Springs
Just north of 14 Mile Rd.
40 Years At This Location
616-696-1347
VANDYKES ENGINE
REBUILDING
Since 1957
17 Westwood Fremont
(231) 924-3170
Head Pressure Checking & Reconditioning
Crank Shaft Grinding Engine Parts & Kits Available
Cylinder Block Boring - Automotive, AG and Industrial
Spring Into a GPS
By Craig W. Armstrong
Spring is here and its time to enjoy driving
again. Gone are the icy roads, blowing snow
and brown slush. You may be considering a
trip to enjoy the warmer spring weather. You
know where you want to go; you just dont
know how to get there. Thats where a GPS
can help.
A GPS or Global Positioning System is a mar-
vel of modern technology. Its a device that
computes your location using triangulation.
The GPS unit in your vehicle is actually just
a receiver that receives signals from orbiting
satellites. Once the unit knows where you
are, it can instruct you on how to get to your
destination. After putting your destination
information into the device, it will give you
step-by-step instructions on how to get there.
Before you buy any technology, it is import
to ask yourself a few questions. As with most
things, you get what you pay for. The more
you spend on a GPS, the more features it will
contain. Some GPSs come with a bundle,
which contains extra components. Of course,
a GPS can also be purchased by itself.
Consider warranty, support and upgrades.
The longer warranty you can get, the better.
If you are thinking about buying an extended
warranty, make sure it covers something that
is likely to break down. Make sure there is
toll-free or Internet support. Some people
dont do well with written instructions, so its
nice to be able to talk to another human be-
ing. Talk to whoever is selling you the device
about upgrades. Will it require an upgrade?
Approximately when will it need an upgrade?
What will it cost?
Find out if the device is plug and play. This
means is it ready to use right out the box.
Consider where you will mount the device in
your vehicle. Does the unit come with what
you will need to mount it?
One of the coolest things about many GPSs
is that they can speak. Having a unit that can
speak is convenient. It allows you to keep your
eyes on the road while it gives you directions.
Keep in mind some devices will simply say,
Take the next right, while others will have
the ability to give you specic street names,
Turn left on Washington Street. Some units
can be programmed to speak in an American
or English accent or in a male or female voice.
Many units can speak multiple languages. If
you cant speak Japanese, this really isnt help-
ful, but it can be entertaining on long trips.
Investing in a GPS can save you time and frus-
tration. Just make sure you do your homework
and ask the right questions. Getting a GPS that
ts your needs will make your travels a lot
smoother.
BATTERIES UNLIMITED
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Farm Marine ATV Cycle Lawn & Garden
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Automotive Guide
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231-937-6100
New AC Delco & Motorcraft Distributor!
You survived winter, and
now that spring has sprung,
you think you have it made.
Wrong. Spring showers bring
more than May owers; they
also bring treacherous driv-
ing conditions. From rain to
fog, construction to wildlife,
spring has its share of driving
obstacles.
Spring can bring torrential
rain and ooded roads. The
dangers of these are obvi-
ous. Excessive speed on a
drenched road can cause
your vehicle to hydroplane.
Hydroplaning occurs when
the vehicle loses traction and
slides like a sled over snow.
Also, keep an eye out for pot-
holes. If a pothole is lled
with water, you cannot judge
how deep it is. Going through
a pothole at high speed can
cause damage to your vehicle
as well as cause you to lose
control. It is also important
to watch for puddles of wa-
ter along the side of the road.
While it was fun jumping in
puddles as a kid, it can be
dangerous to drive through
them as an adult. If you have
ever driven through a puddle,
you know how it can com-
pletely shift your vehicle and
send you spinning to regain
control.
Another danger from Mother
Nature is fog. As tempera-
tures rise, fog can form over
ground which is cooler. Fog
restricts or completely elimi-
nates visibility. The most
important rule for driving in
fog is to SLOW DOWN. You
must be able to stop within
your sight distance. Be sure
to slow down BEFORE you
enter the fog, not after. Keep
your low beam headlights on
in the fog and dont hesitate
to put on your hazard light.
The key to driving in fog is
to be seen.
Whether you are driving in
rain or fog, it is important to
keep a safe distance between
your car and others on the
road. A good rule of thumb
is the two-second rule. As a
vehicle in front of you pass-
es a stationary object, begin
counting. At least two sec-
onds should pass before you
pass the same object. Keep-
ing a two-second distance is
always a good idea, but it is
especially important in in-
clement weather.
Warmer weather also brings
road construction. The or-
ange barrels will be out, so
take special care to give the
road crew the space they
need. Observe all construc-
tion speed limits and be pre-
pared for delays. Pay atten-
tion and dont wait until
the last minute to merge into
one lane.
Spring means the owers are
blooming and animals are
being born. Deer and other
wildlife will be out and about
and running into roadways.
Animals tend to run into traf-
c, not away from it. Keep
an eye out and reduce your
speed in areas animals are
known to habitat.
Winter may be over, but
spring brings its own driv-
ing risks. Stay vigilant as you
drive your way into summer.
Spring Driving Safety Tips
By Craig W. Armstrong
CARFAX GREAT RESOURCE BUT DONT
LET THIS BE THE ONLY RESOURCE
As with any program, there are limits. Keep in mind not all accidents or damage losses are
reported to Carfax, therefore you need to take a physical inventory to determine potential hidden
damage. Vehicle damage on the outer panels is obvious to most and easier to identify. Damage
to interior panels and structural panels are more difcult to spot if not impossible without remov-
ing the outer sheet metal or bumper covers. There are a number of signs you can look for to help
determine if the vehicle has been in an accident or suffered a loss of some type without an initial
teardown.
1. Body lines, missed matched, attened in spots or distorted
2. Gaps between panels. Example: door to fender, take a look at the other side, are they the same
or is one side wider or tighter?
3. Hood to fender gaps, are they even on both side from the headlamps to the windshield?
4. Clear coat peeling or hazing, this could be caused by poor prep and/or application. Poor tting
panels can also be signs that someone has worked on the vehicle
If you are thinking of purchasing a vehicle and would typically have your mechanic check out the
mechanical functions, you may also want to have your collision shop do an inspection as well. Keep
in mind, even with all of the resources available to you, that the used vehicle you purchase could
have been in an accident but repaired correctly! We would all hope for good quality repairs but there
are those out there that only repair for the money and the customer becomes the victim.
Example of Hidden Prior Damage: Minor front bumper cover damage that should have been a
quick easy repair, but once the front bumper fascia is removed you see where it had been improperly
repaired on the right front at an earlier time.

We at Ed Koehn Collision Center take great pride in the repairs made to your vehicle and welcome
any questions you may have regarding your vehicle and/or the repairs made to your vehicle by us
or any other shop. Feel free to stop in at any time during business hours if we can be of assistance.
We look forward to serving you!
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Gurskis Auto Sales & Service
9770 Howard City Edmore Rd.
Lakeview, MI 48850
Phone: 989-352-1154
Fax: 989-352-1157
Email: gurskisauto@yahoo.com
Dave Gurski - Owner
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8722 Elm Ave. Newaygo
Corner of M-82 & Elm,
9 Miles East of Newaygo
231-652-9400
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$
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In Business Since 1945 in
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VISIT US ON OUR WEB SITE @
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989-831-8358
1516 N. Peoples Rd., Stanton
Hours:
Monday-Friday 8-6:00
Closed Saturday
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09 Chevy Impala LT 4 Door Loaded
3.5 Eng, AZ Auto, Factory War, Column Shift .......$12,995 or $240 Mo.
09 Dodge Grand Caravan SE Mini Van
3.3 Eng, Loaded, Stow N Go Seating .......................$9,995 or $180 Mo.
08 Ford Taurus X AWD SLE SUV
3.5 Eng, Loaded, 7 Pass, 3rd Seat, AZ Auto .........$12,995 or $240 Mo.
08 Ford F150 XLT Super Cab 4x4 Pickup
4.6 Eng, Loaded, Sharp .......................................$10,995 or $220 Mo.
08 Pontiac Grand Prix 4 Door
3800 Eng, Loaded, Leather .................................$10,995 or $215 Mo.
08 Chevy Impala LT 4 Door
3.5 Eng, Loaded, AZ Auto ........................... NOW $9,995 or $200 Mo.
08 Chevy Express Ext Cargo Van
6.6 Duramax Diesel, Auto, Air .................................$6,995 or $150 Mo.
07 Chevy Silverado K1500 Crew Cab 4x4 Pickup
4.8 Eng, Loaded, AZ Truck ..................................$16,995 or $299 Mo.
07 Dodge Dakota Crew Cab 4x4 Pickup
4.7 Eng, Arizona Truck, PW/PL/PS .......................$10,995 or $200 Mo.
07 Chevy Cobalt LT 4 Door
2.2 Eng, Air, Cruise, CD Player, One Owner . NOW $7,995 or $169 Mo.
07 Dodge Caliber SXT 4 Door
2.0 Eng, CD Player, Loaded, AZ Auto .......................$7,995 or $169 Mo.
07 Ford Taurus SE 4 Door
3.0 Eng, Loaded, AZ Auto .......................................$6,995 or $150 Mo.
06 Chevy Equinox LT AWD SUV
3.4 Eng, Loaded, P Windows & Locks, Air, Cruise ...$8,995 or $199 Mo.
06 Chevy Malibu LT 4 Door
3.5 Eng, Loaded, Air, Cruise P Windows & Locks ....$7,995 or $179 Mo.
06 Chevy Express EXT Cargo Van
4.8 Eng, Air, Auto, 3/4 Ton .....................................$4,995 or $135 Mo.
05 Buick LeSabre Custom 4 Door
3800 V6, Loaded, Arizona Auto ..............................$7,995 or $210 Mo.
05 Ford Focus ZXW Station Wagon
4 Cyl, Loaded, AZ Auto ...........................................$6,995 or $150 Mo.
05 Buick LeSabre Custom 4 Door
3800 V6 Eng, Loaded .............................................$4,995 or $170 Mo.
04 Buick Park Ave 4 Door
3800 Eng, Loaded, Leather, Arizona Auto ...............$7,995 or $250 Mo.
04 Ford Focus SE 4 Door
2.3 Eng, CD Player, Loaded, AZ Auto .......................$6,995 or $230 Mo.
03 Pontiac Aztek FWD SUV
3.4 Eng, Leather, Sunroof, Arizona Auto .................$5,995 or $195 Mo.
02 Buick Century Custom 4 Door
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01 Dodge Grand Caravan Mini Van
3.3 Eng, Dual A/C, Southern Van ............................$2,995 or $140 Mo.
99 Chevy Astro AWD Window Van
4.3 Eng, Automatic, Runs Great ..........................................................$2,995
91 Dodge Stealth RT 2 Door
3.0 Eng, Auto, Leather, Loaded, Sharp, 111k Miles .............................$4,995
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MOISD SCHOOLS OF CHOICE: Any student who resides in a school district within the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
may apply for acceptance to his/her school of choice. The ve public school districts within the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School
District accepting applications for enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year under MOISD Schools of Choice are:
Big Rapids Public Schools
21034 Fifteen Mile Rd.
Big Rapids, MI 49307
(231) 796-2627
Chippewa Hills School District
3226 Arthur Road
Remus, MI 49340
(989) 967-2000
Evart Public Schools
321 N. Hemlock
Evart, MI 49631
(231) 734-5594
Morley Stanwood Community Schools
4700 Northland Drive
Morley, MI 49336
(231) 856-4392
Reed City Area Public Schools
220 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite A
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-2201
SCHOOLS OF CHOICE Section 105C: Any student who resides in a school district adjacent (a contiguous district located in another ISD)
to the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District may apply for acceptance to his/her school of choice. The ve public school districts
within the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District accepting applications for enrollment under Schools of Choice Section 105C
for the 2012-2013 school year are Big Rapids Public Schools, Chippewa Hills School District, Evart Public Schools, Morley Stanwood
Community Schools and Reed City Area Public Schools.
Applications for Schools of Choice can be obtained at the school where the student wishes to attend. An application form must be
completed for each student wishing to participate in the Schools of Choice Program.
The enrollment period for considering applications is through the fourth Friday in May (May 25, 2012). The space available in each
participating district and the space available at each building determines the number of transfers allowed under Schools of Choice. At
this time, the districts have open enrollment for all grades. Contact the district of your choice if you have questions concerning openings
for a particular grade level.
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Tree & Stump Removal & Trimming
Shrub Removal & Trimming
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Lot Clearing
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ANDYS TREE SERVICE
FARM AUCTION
LIVE ON-SITE!
GOODFELLOWS BLUEBERRIES
Thurs. Morning May 10 @ 11 AM
LOCATION: 100th St. Fremont, MI (30 miles NW of Grand Rapids)
DIRECTIONS: From Fremont take Warner Ave. south 6 miles to 100th St.
west 2 miles. OR 2 miles north of Bridgeton on Warner. (Newaygo Co.)
Having sold the blueberry farm, I have decided to have
Art Smith Auctioneers sell the equipment at public auction.
Regards, Stuart Goodfellow
FEW SMALL ITEMS, PLEASE BE ON TIME!!
Inspection Wed. May 9 from 3-5 PM OR Thus. 9-11: AM
BLUEBERRY HARVESTER:
1972 B.E.I. Self-propelled Slapper blueberry harvester with Waukesha 4 cyl.
gas engine, 4 wheel hydraulic drive, 2490 hours,
Always stored indoors & in very nice condition. (1 owner); (4) 3 wheel tag-a-
long trailers for blueberry harvester
TRACTORS:
1995 Ford Mod. 4430, diesel, 4 wheel drive, WF, PS, 3 pt., 4 season cab, PS,
70HP, 2064 hr. (1 owner);
1978 IHC Mod. 584, diesel, WF, PS, 3pt, 52HP; Mid 1960 Ford Mod. 2000, 4
cyl. gas, with front loader, WF, PS, 3pt, 33HP, 3300 hr.;Massey Ferguson Mod.
20 Industrial, 3 cyl. gas, WF, 3pt. PS, 42HP; 1940 Farmall Mod. A, WF, with
snow plow; Farmall Mod. BN, shop-built, reverse drive orchard fork-lift, wheel
weights.
FARM EQUIPMENT:
3pt. 6 brushhog; 3pt. 5 rotovator with new blades; 3pt. 7 disc, like new; 3pt.
8 drag; 3pt. 6 cultivator; 3pt. 5 heavy duty ail mower; 3pt. Jacto-Arbus #
400, 105 gal. blueberry sprayer, new in 2008, used 2 years, (one owner); 3pt.
Vicon fertilizer spreader with berglass hopper; 3pt. Vicon fertilizer spreader
with metal hopper.
STAKE TRUCK: 1979 Ford 6000, Detroit Diesel, air brakes, 20 at bed, duels.
MISCELLANEOUS: 3 sec. roller conveyor; 1 corner roller conveyor; Acetylene
torch set; 12V yard sprayer;
Approx. 280 Can-Am blueberry lugs; Approx. 120 Pint lugs; Approx. 140 Nesco
blueberry lugs; Approx. 3000 of irrigation pipe, connections, sprinkler head;
Misc. shop tools, wrenches & other items found in farm shop; Drainage hose;
Rakes, hoes, shovels etc. etc.
See web for listing and photos.
www.artsmithauctions.com
or call for yer at 616-696-2598
2012 GMC SIERRA
2012 GMC ACADIA
Acadia: 24 month lease, 10k/year, $2,050 due @ sign plus tax title, lic and doc for GM Employees and family members.
Sierra: 24 month lease, 10k/year, $2,925 due @ sign plus tax title, lic and doc for GM Employees and family members.
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A true story from Deereld Publishing Inc.
Authored by: Gordon Galloway
His life was good with football, family,
girls, parties and the sawmill; then everything
changed.
Randy Park
Former Big Rapids coach and teacher
Autographed books available.
Deereld Publishing
P.O. Box 146 Morley, MI 49336
231-856-4496
Book is $12.00 + $2.75 Shipping
Also available at The Old Pioneer Store
Downtown Big Rapids
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
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OLD U.S. 131 HOWARD CITY Open 6 Days - Mon. - Fri. 8 - 6 Sat. 8 - 1 231-937-4962
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For Sale!
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ORGANIC NUTRIENTS AND CHEMICAL FREE!
Perfect for ower beds and gardens.
It also works as a great weed barrier!
Compost is available at Sticks-N-Stones
21723 W. Cannonsville, Pierson
and Saenz Greenhouse, 21875 Monroe, Morley
231-349-9306
Large amounts by the yard or more can be found at
Dragt Farms in Howard City.
Call to arrange a pick up time $25 per yard, $25 delivery
231-215-5681
Call for fresh
ASPARAGUS!
Its All Under
The Apple Tree at
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Stanton, MI (989) 831-4228
3 Miles North of Stanton on M-66 or 5 Miles South or M-46 on M-66
Mothers Day Celebration
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Lunch Special for Mom
More events listed on our website:
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1995 Ford Windstar
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2005 Town & Country
$
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2002 Jeep Liberty
$
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1997 Expedition E. B.
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2002 Dodge Intrepid
$
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2006 Pontiac Torrent
$
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2001 Olds Silhouette
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2006 Ford 500
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2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT
V6 and 4 wheel drive.
Shiny black and metallic and cloth inside. yyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
$
225 mo.*
P9297
2009 FORD FOCUS SE
Fresh trade in by an older couple who like it
so much they bought another one. y g y g
$
189 mo.*
P9264A
2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE LS
6,300 miles.
Clean history report. y p y p
$
259 mo.*
P9306
2011 FORD FOCUS SEL
Leather and nice options in the top of the
line SEL model.
$
259 mo.*
P9288
2012 FORD MUSTANG
13,217 low miles and
a 305 horsepower V6. p
CALL!
P9284
OUT FOR
A BATH
New 2012 Ford Fiesta SE
5 Door Hatchback.
12C87
$
17,138
64*
New 2012 Ford Focus SE
5 Door Hatchback.
12C96
$
17,055
64*
New 2012 Ford Fusion SE
Moon Roof, Automatic.
12C86
$
18,565
12*
New 2012 Ford Mustang
Premium
12C93
$
25,268
44*
New 2012 Ford Escape
XLT
12T57
$
20,658
30*
New 2012 Ford Edge
SEL
12T90
$
28,383
93*
New 2012 Ford F150
Super Cab 4x4
12T86
$
28,876
92*
Prices are plus destination fee and tax, title. All incentives to dealer. See dealer for details.
Vanderhyde Ford
*All payments plus tax, title, plate, doc fee. Based on A+ credit, 05-07 models 3.9% APR at 60 months, 08 and newer models 3.9% APR at 72 months.

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