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MONDAY,DECEMBER28,2009RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 3

RECORD - ENTERPRISE

The River Valley

Serving Portions of Montcalm, Mecosta, Newaygo and Kent Counties

G.C.S. PATRIOTS

OF THE MONTH

Grant Christian Schools sta ishappy to announce their congratula-tions to two Patriots o the Month orNovember or their excellent displayso caring behaviors.

Second grade student, ElizabethCammenga is the daughter o Jamesand Anne Cammenga. Lizzy said shewas excited and happy when Princi-pal Brower announced her as a Patrioto the Month. When asked to describewhat caring means, Lizzy shared, Itslike helping and all that As an ex-ample o how to show caring behavior,she said, I somebody is stuck on aword, you can help them get it. Someo Lizzys avorites include cheese balls,purple (or blue), reading, writing, and

going to the theater. Dreaming o heruture, Lizzy shared she wants to be aswimming instructor. She attends the

Grant Reormed Church and Luke 2 isher avorite scripture right now. Herone piece o advice or other is, Dontever up!

Fourth grader, Grace Dole is thedaughter o Andy and Erin Dole. Gracewas shocked when Principal Browerhanded her the Patriot o the Monthcertifcate. She understands caringbehavior to be shown when you arekind to people. She said you needto help people and show them youreally think they matter. Favorites atthe top o Graces list include: chickenvoila, pink, reading, and making hatsor people who need them. When shegrows up she thinks she would like tobe teacher. Grace attends the Casno-

via Reormed church and likes readingthe Psalms. Her advice to others is,Do your best!

White Cloud

one of

nations best White Cloud High School has been

named one of the nations best highschools in a recent study by U.S. News &World Report.

U.S. News & World Report - in collab-ration with School Evaluation Services,K-12 education and data research and

nalysis business that provides parentsith education data - analyzed academicnd enrollment data from more than

21,000 public high schools to find theery best across the country.

These top schools were placed intoold, silver, bronze, or honorable men-ion categories.

White Cloud High School earned a

ronze Medal for successfully meetingwo of the three key performance indica-or criteria.

U.S. News uses a three-step processhat analyzes first how schools are edu-ating all of their students, then their mi-ority and disadvantaged students, and

inally their college-bound students.One major challenge all of the na-

ions best public high schools are facings how to continue to challenge studentsespite budget pressures, the reportoted.

GoinG for a ride A newly established transportation

service will soon be offered in Kent, Mont-calm and Newaygo County Communitiesincluding Howard City, Newaygo, Grant,

Pierson, Trufant, Coral, Sand Lake, CedarSprings, Kent City, Belmont, Rockford,Sparta, Comstock Park and other areas aswell. The services ofcially commence onJanuary 1, 2010, although shuttle servicesfor New Years Eve celebrations will be of-fered.

Tri-County Call-A-Ride, LLC will offerquality, dependable transportation servic-es at affordable prices to their clients. Tri-County Call-A-Ride operates much like a

Taxi service taking on demand calls as wellas scheduled rides. There are absolutely nocriteria to be met in order to use the ser-vice, simply pick up the phone and call foryour ride. The vehicle eet is equipped tohandle wheelchair and mobility chairs, andof course, walk-on riders. The operation is

based out of the Sand Lake area. If you arecalling on demand for a ride, it is askedthat you give 10 - 45 minutes for your rideto arrive and whether your ride is sched-

uled or phoned in last minute, it is alsoasked that you are ready when the driverarrives and that you have your paymentready when reaching your destination.

Tri-County Call-A-Ride is an indepen-dently owned and operated transportationsystem and receives no government mon-

ies to assist in operating.Tri-County Call-A-Ride is happy to

provide Medicaid, Medicare, Social Securi-ty or other insurance transportation upon

the approval and required paperwork fromyour case worker or provider.For more information about Tri-Coun-

ty Call-A-Ride and the services, includingfares, they provide, please visit their web-site at www.tricountycallaride.com or callthe dispatch ofce at (616) 889-4646.

SIDNEY Montcalm CommunityCollege presented its Alden PerkinsDedicated Service Award to Adminis-trative Services Assistant Julie Stock-well during the colleges annual holi-day celebration Dec. 18.

MCC President Bob Ferrentinolauded Stockwell for her commitment

to the college and to the community.Julie is the rst point of contact

for many people at MCC. She is a teamplayer who takes pride in serving stu-dents and community members, andher friendly demeanor helps peoplefeel at home, Ferrentino said.

Stockwell, of Six Lakes, beganher career at MCC 19 years ago. Shehas been recognized by her peers forjumping in to help whenever theneed arises, making her a valuable as-set to the college.

The award recognizes dedicatedservice to MCC, commitment to highstandards of work performance, careand concern for the public and fellowemployees, and creativity and innova-

tion. The MCC Board of Trustees ini-tiated the award in 1986 as a posthu-mous tribute to Perkins, the collegesformer Bursar.

HONOR: Montcalm CommunityCollege President Bob Ferrentinopresents the Alden Perkins Dedi-cated Service Award to Admin-istrative Services Assistant JulieStockwell. (Courtesy Photo)

MCC honorsemployee forher dedicated

service


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COMMUNITY NEWS

Is the theme of the

2010 Adult Winter

Reading Program atthe Timothy C. Hauen-

stein Reynolds Town-

ship Library. Each

person 18 or older that

registers will receive a

friends coffee mug.

Complete all the re-

quirements and receive

a coupon for a free

dessert at Charlenes

Mystic Caf in How-

ard City. Take your

friends mug to the

caf to receive a free

ll of coffee to go withyour dessert. All n-

ishers will be place in

the grand prize draw-

ing on April 3, 2010.

Registration starts

Jan. 2, 2010. The

Adult Winter Reading

Program is sponsored

by the Friends of the

Timothy C. Hauenstein

Reynolds Township

Library.

Coffee b the Book

MONTCALM MARRIAGE LICENSESTimothy Weiler and Nokle Mahlich of LakeviewTravis Muste and Mindy Llewellyn of Howard CityWilliam Stoner, Jr and Velda Misner of Howard CityReuben Yoder of Lakeview and Amelia Stutzman of StantonHeath Hudkins and Michele Byington of EdmoreTimothy Curnutt and Jenny Baker of TrufantJarred Hall and Sasha Bradley of GreenvilleJeffrey Grice and Rachel McGuire of GreenvilleJonathan Diehl and Heather Chapman of LakeviewIsaac Olvera of Greenville and Shellie Anzaldua of BeldingMatthew Walker and Heather Brocato of Howard CityRobert Sowles and Monica Clark of GreenvillePatrick Roberts and Geanna Mason of Lakeview

Vernon Hayden or Coral and Adrianna Hayden of Howard CityAndrew Padden and Tiffany McElhinny of LakeviewCorey Pfeiffer and Nicole Hammer of GreenvilleRyan McDonald and Kelly Hansen of GreenvilleJason Smith and Brandi Kirby of GowenSampson Coston of Vestaburg and Lori Martin of Cedar Springs

NEwAyGO MARRIAGE LICENSEJoshua VanDenBerg (US Army) and Brooke Benton of Grant

NEW ARRIVALShannon Dawn Hawkins and

Dustin William Lee Larkins of Westphalia became parents of a baby girl at Carson City Hospital.Paige JoLee Ann May Larkins was born December 9, 2009, at 10:01am. She weighed 6 lbs. 0 ozs. andwas 20 inches long. Paige has twosisters, Alexis and Cheyenne Cher-

pes and one brother, Hunter Cher-pes. Grandparents are Don andCindy Hawkins of Carson City,Stanley Larkins of Weidman, andRobin and David Vatora of Elsie.The mother is the former ShannonDawn Cherpes.

HospItAL

WELcomEs NEW

fAmILy doctoRCARSON CITY Michael Al-

lison, D.O., has joined the staff atCarson City Hospital. Dr. Allison, afamily medicine physician, will becaring for patients at Carson FamilyCare Center beginning January 4.

Dr. Allison earned his under-graduate degree from ColoradoState University in 1995 and amasters degree in anatomy fromthe same institution in 2002. Heearned his Doctor of OsteopathicMedicine degree from Kansas CityUniversity of Medicine and Biosci-ences in 2006. His internship wascompleted at St. Josephs Health-care in Clinton Township, Michigan,and his residency was completed atHenry Ford Macomb Family Medi-cine. Board-certied, Dr. Allisonspecializes in family practice and

in osteopathic manipulative treat-ment.

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(StatePoint)Many experts have shared

their conclusions about howcable television and the Internethave kept countless Americanson their behinds for longer peri-ods of time. Ironically, while allthis has been going on, scientistshave been discovering the mostabout health and exercise -- andhow staying active can ward off a

range of illnesses as we age. What it comes down to is

this: there are fewer and fewerexcuses for letting your body runits course without exercise. Forseniors, in particular, exercisehas been linked to reduced riskfor such ailments as prostatecancer, osteoporosis, heart dis-ease and stroke, among others.

There has been much new re-search on the topic, with all signspointing seniors to the exercisemat and away from the couch.

Indeed, with one out of sixmen confronting prostate can-cer at some point in life, theProstate Cancer Foundation re-cently released a new Nutrition,Exercise, and Prostate Cancerguide, a series of new strategiesthat help stem the developmentand progression of prostate can-cer. Visit www.pcf.org to orderor download a free copy of theguide. The key is combining ex-ercise with a diet rich in fruitsand vegetables and low in pro-cessed sugars and refned carbo-hydrates.

A new study from Dr. Ste-phen Freedland at Duke and theDurham Veterans Affairs Hospi-tal also underscores the impactregular exercise has in protect-

ing men from prostate cancer,

while also making the diseaseless aggressive.

More than anything else, thecombination of diet and exerciselooks to be a strong pre-emptivestep against many ailments.

With breast cancer a similarlydaunting disease among women,healthy options unsurprisinglyhave been linked to lifestyle,particularly exercise and nutri-

tion. With as little as four hoursof exercise a week and a low-fatdiet, the risk of breast cancer can be lessened. Abstaining fromdrinking alcohol has also beenshown to decrease the risk ofbreast cancer.

And there are plenty of ail-ments that plague both oldermen and women that can behelped by exercise. Among themis osteoporosis, which affects the bone density of people as theyage. By focusing on exercises thathave a direct impact on the skel-eton, like basketball or jumpingjacks, the symptoms of osteopo-rosis can be avoided.

New research also showsits never too late for seniors to become active. Even those af-icted with Type 2 diabetes canhelp turn things around with anexercise regimen. And its well-known that exercise can helpstrengthen arteries and poten-tially reduce the risk of heart at-tacks and strokes.

Of course, before starting anydiet or exercise program, seniorsshould consult their doctors. Butwhen it comes to health, a smallseries of simple lifestyle changescan help extend your bodys war-ranty, making a world of differ-

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Way back when

Do YouRecall?

Compiled by Virginia Tully

Health & Wellness Centers

Edmore Lakeview Stanton989-427-5141 989-352-8168 989-831-4140

Owned by Pharmacists - Run by Pharmacists

1949 Holly S. Blanding of Lakeview

recently celebrated his 90th birthday

with a gathering of family and friends

at the home of his daughter and son-

in-law: the N.M. Greens.

Don Bush, Hinton Township fa-

ther in Mecosta County, has been

named the new field man for the

Michigan Sugar Co. to contract landto plant sugar beets.

1959 The Harold Hammels of Six

Lakes celebrated their 25th wedding

anniversary with an open house at the

Lakeview High School gym.

Dale Wanink of Lakeview has

enlisted in the U.S. Navy, and will

be taking his basic training at Great

Lakes, IL.

1974 Arthur Sifuentes of Lakeview

has been promoted to Major in the

U.S. Marine Corps.

Ron Inman, a quarter horse trainer

from Six Lakes, and Dr. Walter Con-

nelly, a vet from Remus, have been

appointed to a panel on horse man-

agement to be held at CMU in Janu-

ary.

1994 The Lakeview Educational

Association presented a large check tothe Lakeview Ministerial Association

to provide meat for 250 food baskets

that will help provide holiday comfort

and joy for local needy families.

Lakeview Elementary school 4th

graders have been tuning up their sing-

ing voices for several weeks and spent

the final few hours before Christmas

break singing carols around the Old

Home Town.

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FOX PRICE:

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2009 PONTIAC G6 SEDAN

FOX PRICE:

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2010 BUICK LACROSSE CX

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LANSING Michigan Department ofAgriculture (MDA) Director Don Koivistotoday announced the United States De-partment of Agriculture (USDA) approvedshrinking the states Bovine Tuberculosis(TB) Modied Accredited Zone (MAZ) toa small area in northern Lower Michigan.

MDA also updated Michigans zoning or-der in Public Act 466, as amended, the Animal Industry Act to parallel the fed-eral changes.

MDAs zoning rule changes are effec-tive January 4, 2010.

After months of public hearings, ed-ucational meetings, and discussions withfederal regulatory ofcials, we are happyto report Michigan cattle producers andMDA are one step closer to concentratingour disease eradication efforts in the zonewhere we know bovine TB exists, Koivis-to said. Federal rule and zoning orderchanges are based on the national pro-gram and will help keep Michigan farm-ers in business while preventing spread

of bovine TB outside of the zone.Bovine TB is a contagious bacte-rial disease of cattle that can affect othermammals, including humans. In 1917,the federal government established anationwide Bovine TB Eradication Pro-gram. The program assigns status levelsfor each state based on the prevalence ofthe disease in that state.

In 1994, a wild Michigan white-taileddeer was diagnosed with a unique strainof bovine TB. As a result, MDA began acomprehensive surveillance plan to de-termine the extent of the disease in Mich-igans livestock.

Based on initial surveillance, USDAdowngraded Michigans Bovine TB FreeStatus in 2000 from Free to Modied Ac-

credited. This drop in status resulted inextensive restrictions on animal move-ment with burdensome regulations onMichigans cattle producers.

Since 1998, 46 Michigan cattle farmsand four privately owned cervid opera-tions have been bovine TB positive. Themajority of farms have been depopulated.In 2008, two cattle herds and one pri-

vately owned cervid operation were foundpositive, and in 2009 only one cattle herdand one privately owned cervid operationhave been conrmed positive for bovineTB - all of these farms were in the smallerMAZ.

MDA, in partnership with Michigan

State University Extension, will launch anoutreach and education campaign. Pro-ducers in the affected areas will receivean informational packet on the changes.The new Michigan rules have differentregulatory applications for the followingzones and subzones:

Modied Accredited Zone (MAZ) -Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, Osco-

da, Presque Isle counties and those partsof Iosco and Ogemaw counties north ofthe southernmost boundaries of the Hu-ron National Forest and the Au SableState Forest.

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n Subzone 1 - Antrim, Charlevoix,Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, and Ot-sego counties.

n Subzone 2 - Arenac, Clare, Glad-

win, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Missau-kee, Osceola, Roscommon, and Wexfordcounties, and those portions of Iosco andOgemaw counties not included in theMAZ.

nSubzone 3 - All counties in LowerMichigan not included in the MAAZ Sub-

zone 1, Subzone 2, or the MAZ.

Bovine TB Free -Upper Peninsula

The proposed bovine TB zonal bound-aries were presented to the MichiganCommission of Agriculture on July 21,2009. Additionally, the proposed ruleswere published in the legal section of 16newspapers statewide, posted on boththe MDA and Emerging Diseases web-sites, and were presented at public meet-ings in July.

Go to the MDA and Emerging Dis-eases websites for a map and additional

information including a booklet explain-ing the Split State Status and Zoning Rulechanges at www.michigan.gov/mda orwww.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases.

The Split State Status rule is postedin the Federal Register under: http://ed-ocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/E9-30128.htm.

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Here are some noteworthy tips from pet ex-perts at North Shore Animal League America,the worlds largest no-kill animal rescue andadoption organization, on keeping your bestfriends happy and safe during the winter holi-

day stretch.n Candles or any open-ame objects should

be kept far out of your pets reach and never leftunattended. That tempting icker may attractpets, putting them at risk for burns or--evenworse--knocking it over and starting a re.

n Shimmering tinsel is a huge temptationfor pets, especially cats. Ingesting tinsel or rib-bons can not only lead to stomach aches, it canget wrapped around your pets intestines, caus-ing major problems, which may require surgicalintervention. Wrapping paper and glass orna-ments may also pose threats. If eaten, these cancause depression, upset stomach, vomiting ordiarrhea. Glass ornaments can cause internalbleeding if shards make internal cuts. So be cer-tain to keep these items out of your pets reach.n A holiday tree can be a problem. If its

not properly secured, a curious kitty or peep-ing pooch can knock it over. Water from yourholiday tree can also pose problems, so keep itcovered. Often, tree water may contain fertil-izers or preservatives which can lead to an up-set stomach. Pine needles are also dangerous ifswallowed, as they are sharp and have the po-tential to puncture intestines.n Holly, evergreens and mistletoe are com-

mon holiday plants that are toxic to pets. Poin-settia, though not truly poisonous, can causegastric upset if its sap is ingested. Use goodjudgment in placing these plants.

n Electrical cords are another potentialholiday hazard. Chewing on them can deliver aharmful jolt, burns, abnormal heartbeat, evendeath. Its best to have all cords secured and outof the way.

n Remember that people food and beverag-es can upset pets stomachs and some can evencause major illness or death. Keep fatty foodssuch as turkey or ham down to a minimum andtotally avoid onions, onion powder, grapes, rai-sins and chocolate. The best rule of thumb is tokeep people food and beverages for people.

You can learn more about pet health andsafety and pet adoptions and how you can helpNorth Shore Animal League America by visitingwww.AnimalLeague.org.

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LANSING As cold weathersettles in, Michigan residentslight their replaces and turn up

the thermostats to keep the chilloutside.

While the department doesntcontrol the price of these fuels,we know that citizens are feelingthe pinch of heating their homesand businesses. Every day, ourinspectors are working diligentlyto ensure consumers get whatthey pay for, said Don Koivisto,Michigan Department of Agricul-ture Director. Our Motor FuelsQuality and Weights and Mea-sures programs are on point forprotecting Michigans consum-ers pocketbooks from fraud, butalso strive to foster a marketplacein which businesses can compete

fairly.According to estimates by the

National Institute of Standardsand Technology, weights andmeasures activities facilitate anestimated $170 billion in com-merce in Michigan. This includes virtually all of Michigans $71.3billion agricultural economy.

The rise in prices for fueloil and liqueed-petroleum gas

(LPG) are taking a more signi-cant bite out of consumers heat-ing budgets. MDAs inspectors

conduct specialized winter proj-ects to test delivery meters forthese fuels. Located in more ruralareas of the state, these truck-mounted meters require special-ized proving equipment, as wellas unique cooperation from oper-ators. So far in 2009, inspectorstested almost 300 fuel oil andLPG meters.

Its critical for Michigansconsumers to have condencein their day-to-day purchasesand the same holds true for the business community as farmers,producers, packers, distributors, wholesalers, and retailers mustall have condence in the integ-

rity of commerce in Michigan,said Koivisto. So as you hit theroad this winter or turn up yourthermostat, you can be assuredthat MDA will continue to protectthe fairness and equity of thesefuels.

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Newaygo County Mental Health will hold regular month-ly meetings of the Board of Directors on the 2nd Tues-day of the month, beginning in January 2010.

January 12 February 9 March 9

April 13 May 11 June 8

July 13 August 10 September 14

October 12 November 9 December 14

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Called to order: 7:00 p.m.

Members present: Supervisor Keith Grannis, Treasurer Roger Stedman, Clerk Tina

Porzondek Trustee Ann Yanke, Trustee Lee OlsenAction Items:

Motion to approve consent agenda containing previous minutes, treasurers report,

fire and police reports and the zoning report. Motion by Yanke, second by Olsen, 5

ayes, approved.

Discussion items:

The Township passed their 14 point review. The board recognized the efforts of their

assessor, Beverly Stedman and deputy assessor, Ralph Hauenstein.

Northwoods Inspections will present info to the Township regarding building

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Grannis gave a synopsis of the legislative luncheon sponsored by the Panhandle

Chamber of Commerce.

The board gave an update of the Joint Master Plan meeting.

Public comment:

Dave Veersma asked about open zoning violations.

Ron Baker commented on communications from the Drain Commissioner. Informed

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Tri County School NewsAC A D E M I C S ART S AT H L E T I C S AC H I E V E M E N T

December 28, 2009

By Jeannette Birdsell

Miss Serenity Bashore, a senior at Tri County, has been teaching Spanish tofirst graders at Sand Lake and MacNaugton Elementary. Through an InnovativeSpanish Outreach Program, Mrs. Patin, High School Spanish teacher, hasextended learning totwo classrooms thisyear.

Each week Mis sSerenity comes inwith a smile on herface, great patience,and an enthusiasmfor teaching. Mrs .Birdsells first gradeclass has enjoyed thetime they received eachweek. Through music,

projects, and games,they learn a whole lotof Spanish and have awhole lot of fun too.

Megan Yost, a sophomore, earned first place inthe VFW essay contest. The theme was, Heroes inAmerica.

There are obvious choices for heroes like doctorsand firemen, but then there are the good Samaritanswho brighten someones day with a smile, said Megan,who wrote on this topic.

Megan was awarded $100. Ben Parkhurst, a senior,earned second place and $75. Tyler Bennett ,

a sophomore, earned third place and $50. Both boyswere absent for comment.

By Patty BergmanOn Tuesday, November 24, the fifth grade students at Edgerton completed

their science unit on body systems by dissecting a pigs lungs and heart.Students donned in plastic gloves and assisted by a team of knowledgeableparents examined the respiratory and circulatory systems using a pig specimen.Students examined the exterior and interiors of the specimens. They used amarble to distinguish the esophagus from the trachea. Students also inflatedlung tissue by using a straw and some wind power from their own lungs. Thehearts chambers were identified and flagged with vocabulary tags. Teachersassisted as needed, but the parents were the expert scientists in charge.

In addition to the dissection experience, the Montcalm Community

College nursing students provided stations to reinforce anatomy and CPRsteps. Students role-played emergency situations and how to start the CPR

process. Nursing studentshelped Edgerton studentsconstruct a lung modeland discuss the breathingprocess. All Edgerton fifthgraders did a great job ofparticipation and usingtheir science investigationskills. Edgerton teacherswish to thank the parentsand nurses for assistingin this exciting learningexperience.

A group of eighth graders participated in a service project that gave one

family a surprise this Christmas. The students began by collecting empty sodacans with a target goal of earning 300 dollars. Student J.J. Hubbard came upwith the idea ofcollecting cansa n d h e w a sinstrumental ingathering them.

The groupreached their300 dollar goaland adopted afamily of five.They decidedto donate $50to the HumaneS o c i e t y a n d

spend $250 onthe family.A few eighth graders took charge of the details. Tiffany Davis, Gary Scott,

Alexis Brock, and Amanda Hadd returned the cans for the deposit, shoppedfor the family, and wrapped the presents. During their shopping excursion,the four students were each responsible for purchasing gifts for one of thefamily members, but helped each other and worked together on the fifthmember. They shopped for three hours, Gary said.

We were looking for good deals, said Alexis. Each family member wascarefully considered and the students were happy with their purchases.

It warms your heart to help others and it feels good, said Tiffany. Allstudents said they would do this again in the future.

Mrs. Laskey and her students were awarded the best Christmas door in themiddle school. Her door displays a picture of the gingerbread baker (withMrs. Laskeys face) and the caption, My gingerbread kids are getting away!Oh dear! Students faces are pasted on gingerbread bodies, running awayfrom her. The word caption above the students reads, Run, run, as fast as youcan. Mrs. Laskey cant catch us, were the gingerbread kids!

Christmas shoppers, from left to right, Amanda Hadd, Gary Scott, TiffanyDavis, and Alexis Brock.

Mrs. Laskey poses by herChristmas door. She had alot of fun with this project.

**The next senior all-nighter meeting is January 4 at 7:00 at the highschool.**There will be a Soup/Sub Sale from Frandale Soup & Subs runs January 4 19 with delivery at Sand Lake Elementary on February 4, between 4:00-5:30p.m. Order forms will be sent home with your senior student mid-Decemberor you can pick them up at the meeting on the 4th.**Silent auction items are needed for the Feb 6 Auction at the HeritageMethodist Church. There will be more information to come.

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This fall, the Tri County High School staff used their Professional LearningCommunity (PLC) time to lend a hand to Helping Hands of Howard City.Creativity reached across all curriculums as the Specials department hosteda tile painting workshop. Teachers purchased supplies for working witheither four or six tiles. During the PLC time on November 23, teachers andadministrators met in the art room to paint their tiles. On December 14, staffmet once again and transformed their tiles into coasters, trivets, or servingtrays.

Art teacher, Carole Nielsen, and woods teacher, James Cain, were thecreative forces behind the project. Mrs. Nielsen was able to have Glossiepaints donated by Maureen Roslanic of Service Reproduction Company. These

paints made it possiblefor teachers to paint adesign of their choice oneach tile. Mr. Cain andhis students constructed

the wood coaster holders,trivets and trays. Alsocontributing to theproject were Home Ec.teacher, Mrs. Rodgers,who baked the tilesand Mrs. Dollberg whohelped in organizing andcoordinating the event

with her November Charitees sales.Teachers really enjoyed the time and made some beautiful projects. The

final projects were soldfor ten and twelve dollarsa piece. Many of theprojects were purchasedby staff members to give

as Christmas presents.Proceeds from the tileproject were joined withthe profits from theNovember Chariteessales and over $660 wasgiven to Helping Handsof Howard City.

Tri County High School bowling teams participated in the 300 Bowl Jimmy KBradley Holiday Classic Tournament on Saturday, December 12. The varsityboys team walked away with a third place victory. Pictured is Zach Puff, NickGross, Cody Gross, Adam Johnson, Cody Klunder, Camden Birdsell, ShawnKlunder, and Coach Don.

Front row (l to r): Keirstin Hoag, Natasha Azure, and Bobbie Gould. Middle row (l to r):Mickaela Walters, Rachel Brimmer, Shelbi Besemer, Sommer Williams, and Nicole Newell.Back row (l to r): Lauren Olsen, Emily Austin, Morgan Grecheski, Sarah Snarski, CoachKristin Maxson, Devyn Dodd, Kristen Bessey, Julie Buckmaster, and Brooke Besemer.

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The Newaygo County Mobile FoodPantry is scheduled at the followinglocations to distribute free food to individualsand families in need. Most food distributionstake approximately one hour. See belowfor registration details. Please do not arrive

more than 30 minutes prior to the scheduleddelivery time. Bring your own container tohold 50 lbs. of food. Tuesday, December 29th,5:00 pm, River Valley Community Church,

Newaygo. Monday, January 4th, 5:00 pm,Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont.Friday, January 8th, 10:00 am, St. JosephCatholic Church, White Cloud - Sponsoredby White Cloud Local Area Churches.

Creative Playtime - Join us for a play dateat the library. We offer many activities thatencourage creative play and early literacy. Forparents and children ages 6 and under. SandLake/Nelson Twp. Branch, Tuesday, December

29, 10:00 a.m.Live Bluegrass style music Tuesday,December 29, 6 pm - 8 pm, featuring theNew Life Pickers playing old time Gospel,Folk and Country music at the Old DepotRestaurant in Grant. Free of charge.

Senior Lunch at Pine Grove CommunityChurch - Weve come to our season finale,we wish to bid our friends a fond farewell.The Noon time feast we lay before you, is justa simple way that we may tell, our friends age60 (and older) come dine, enjoy, hear thismessage we bring. Well keep you snuggled

in our hearts until we see one another comespring. Lets give credit where credit is due,and thank our cooks before we bid adieu.December 30th on the corner of M-82 &Beech is where wed like to see you.

New Years Candlelight Service - See theold year out and the New Year in. Music-Music-Music at Amazing Grace AcresChurch on M-37 and Woodland Park Drivein Brohman. December 31, 8:30 - 12:15 am.Bring finger food and a car load!

Youth All Nighter Extravaganza,December 31st. Bowling, roller skating,crazy games at wee hours of the night, a time

to reconnect lives to God. From 6 pm - 6 am.Grace Community Church (Reed Road, northof M-46). Cost is $6.00 plus $14 for bowlingand roller skating. Call 231-937-6440 to signup.

Mid-Michigan District Health DepartmentHearing & Vision Screening Clinic. Freevision testing, as well as hearing screeningtests for all children ages 3 to 21. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointment,

call (989) 831-3644, Monday throughFriday.

The third Thursday of each month,WendyLewkowski, MSW, Bereavement Coordinatorfor Heartland Hospice will be holding a griefsupport group. This group is open to anyonein the community and will begin at 6:00 p.m.in the Heartland Hospice office located at1041 West Main Street, Fremont, MI. CallWendy with any questions 231-924-0153.

Toddler Time every Monday at 11:00 amat the Timothy C. Hauenstein ReynoldsTownship Library. Ages 19 Months-3 yearolds, listen to a story, do a craft, sing songsand other activities. Everyone is welcome,

questions call 231-937-5575 and ask forCheryl

Preschool Storytime:Every Tuesday at 11:00am at the Timothy C. Hauenstein ReynoldsTownship Library. Ages 3-5 year olds, comelisten to stories, make a craft and otheractivities. Everyone is welcome, questionscall 231-937-5575 and ask for Cheryl.

The Power of a Praying Parent. Classesstart weekly at the Still Waters MinistryCenter, 218 Williams St, Howard City. 10am- 11:30 am. Free of charge. To register call Jillat 231-937-6193.

Would you like to know about becominga Catholic? Through the Rite of ChristianInitiation of Adults (RCIA), adults who havenever been baptized, or have been baptizedin another Christian tradition have theopportunity to study Catholicism in a groupsetting. If you would like to know more,please call Christ The King Catholic Churchat 231-937-5757 and leave your name andphone number.

The Lakeview Area Seniors is a non-denominational group gathering on thefirst Tuesday of each month from 1:00 PMto 3:00. Interested people of all ages areencouraged attend. If you would like furtherinformation about these meetings, theLakeview Area Seniors, or transportation tomeetings, please call: Marlene Scott 989-352-6661, Dorothy Jensen 989-831-4496, NancyOlsen 231-937-6272, Gary Wakenhut 989-352-6996.

The Timothy Hauenstein Reynolds TwpFriends of the Library meet from 9:00 -11:00 am on the second Wednesday of themonth. All interested persons are welcometo attend. Library location, 117 Williams St.,Howard City.

The Howard City Skate Park Committeemeets Thursday evenings,7:00 p.m. @ theHoward City Village Hall located behind theVillage offices. Call Marianne @ 231.937.6203for more information.

The Howard City Harvest FestivalCommittee meets 2nd Wednesday ofmonth, 7:00 p.m., @ Timothy C. HauensteinReynolds Township Library. Volunteers areneeded. Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Area Happenings are ran free of charge for non-profit groups.Mail: The River Valley News Shopper, 491 W. Shaw, Howard City, MI 49329 Fax: 231-937-4048Email: [email protected] DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 12 NOON

Help is Available:Newaygo Countys newest Cancer Support Group - Whether youhave been recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer,meet with others to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursdayof every month from 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy,977 W. 72nd St. (M-82), Newaygo, MI. For more information contactDeb 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 programto help people cope with stress in daily living and to live a healthieremotional life. Info call Carol (989)831-8778.Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pmon Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. Sparta Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting6:00-7:00pm. Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. White Cloud, Commissionon Aging. Weigh in 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm.93 Gibbs St. Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in5:45-6:10pm 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 LutheranChurch. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays, meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180Northland Dr. Howard City, Reynolds Township Hall (back building),

Thursdays weigh-in 4:30-5:10 PM, meeting 5:15-6:00 PM. First meetingfree. For information call 231-937-4441.Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am, Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St.,Pierson, Michigan. Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,Health Department, White Cloud.Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer!Reformers Unanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction,offered at Bills Lake Baptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east ofNewaygo. Every Friday night 7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days& Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-6:30pm 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 earlyif 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, 1125Newell Street, White Cloud. No cost, anonymous.Overeaters Anonymous - Do you eat when youre not hungry? Bingefor 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 toSt. Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984Wilcox Street, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you areliving 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 problemdrinking, please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessibleto you - 652-5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.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, Fridays7:30pm, Roger 887-8508 (Spanish Speaking)KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya675-7663SAND LAKE: St. Marys/Mary Queen of Apostle Catholic Church,basement of church, rear door, 51 Maple Street, Sand Lake. David 231-937-5577, Mon. 8pm - CCROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri.8pm - C; Sun. 7pm - OHOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-5081, Wed. 7:30pm - OGRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.;Sun. 7:00pm - OFREMONT: St. Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan, Tues., Thurs. & Fri.12noon - C, Sun. 11:00am - O, NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner (M-82).Fremont Christian Church, 10 E. Elm (non-smoking), Tues. & Thurs.8pm - C; Sat. 11am - OAl-Anon: Tues. 8pm; Al-A teen: Tues. 8pmNEWAYGO: 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 CustomRiver 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 isopen, non-smoking, potluck dinner 6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, withgame night following); Sun. 1:00pm, 7:30pm (O).WHITE CLOUD: Mental Health Bldg. - Basement, 1049 Newell - 689-1779- Non-Smoking, Mon. & Wed. 8pm - CSELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTALPROBLEMS: Is your ability to function and live a normal life impairedbecause you have an emotional or mental problem? Is stress, depression,anger, anxiety, panic attacks, substance abuse or fear getting in the wayof you being able to really live? Newaygo County meeting, Fridays,10:00am, United Methodist Church, 240 Williams Street, White Cloud.For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free, 1-800-968-7330.


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Please ShovelOut Your Mailbox!

If our drivers cant reach yourmailbox, they cant deliver yourshoppers guide and/or news-paper.

Give our drivers a hand andshovel around your mailbox.Thank You!

030 Special Notices

SENIOR DAY (50 years plus) at ThisOld House Antiques & Resale in Neway-go every Tuesday with 25% off all mer-chandise (unless marked "Firm"). Comein & check out the nice clothes & thingsthat have been donated for CampNewaygo & Vera's House. Spend local& help my 2 charities at the same time.

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HELP WANTED: Bookwalter MotoSales in Stanton is accepting applicationsfor a GM Certified Technician. Apply in per-son: 335 Sheridan Rd., Stanton.

MPI HAS BEEN hiring area residents foover 21 years with no layoffs ever. 40hours/week, year-round employmenand $8.00/hour to start. Hiring both menand women to work at our Big Rapidsoffice. Call to make an appointment.(231)796-9286

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COORDINATORDo you understand the differencebetween a tweet and a tweet up?How about a friend and a fan? Wemay have an opportunity for you.Youll also need strong interpersonalskills and a flair for marketing. The Pio-neer Group is looking for a socialmedia coordinator to help us build rela-tionships and business via our web-sites, twitter, facebook and the newmedia platforms of the 21st century.The ability to work as part of a teamis critical. Understanding computers,websites and technology is alsoimportant. This is full time opportuni-ty. Send resume and letter of interestto: The Pioneer Group, HR ManagerNina Jones, at 115 N. Michigan Ave,

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100 Pets & Supplies

AKC PEMBROKE WELSH Corgie Pup-pies. Born 10-5-09, Tri's and Sables.$300 & 350.Ph. (231)734-2724

IF YOU ARE EVER IN THE AREA PLEASE STOP IN DURING OUR

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free to contact us.

We have many puppies at theshelter awaiting good homes. Wehave a pair of Lancashire Heeler mixpuppies along with a litter of 8 weekold lab/springer spaniel mix puppies.There are males as well as males tochoose from. They will make a greataddition to any family!! Adopt a newpuppy today. For more adoptableanimals please visit our new web

page www.montcalm.petfinder.com

There are many other wonderfulanimals waiting to be adopted from the shelter. Please comein and visit the animals. Our hours (beginning 11/16/09) areMon.-Fri. 12:30 to 5pm, closed Saturdays. Animal ControlOfficers will still be available from 9am-5pm Mon. - Fri.People wishing to purchase a license can still do so at animalcontrol during regular hours or at the Treasurers office.

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In this season of hope,beauty, faith and goodwill,

we feel truly blessed tohave friends and neighbors

like you, and hope that youenjoy a holiday thats aswonderful as you are.

Happy Holidays!

Wherever youre dashing

off to this holiday season,

we hope joy and laughter

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Happy Holidays!

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Silent NightHoly Night

The Staff at

Wish All a Safe &

Happy Holidayseason.

Please accept our best wishes for avery Merry Christmas and a

healthy and prosperous New Year.

We feel truly honored toserve this community

and appreciate yourtrust in us.

HeckmanFuneral Home, Inc.

Randy Heckman, Director225 E. Edgerton Howard City

231-937-4315www.heckmanfuneralhomeinc.com

www.howardcity.org

May the coming

season bring

peace, joy and

contentment to

you and yours. Its

always a pleasure

to see you and we

hope youll stop in

again, soon.

Ed Koehn

One Mile West of Greenville on M-57

616-754-4689

www.edkoehn.net

FORD LINCOLN MERCURY

GREENVILLE

Heres hoping your holiday season findsyou laughing all the way!

Happy Holidays and many thanks foryour generous support.

Ed KoehnCHRYSLER DODGE JEEPGR E E N V I L L E

11282 M-57 Greenville, MI 48838

(800) 369-7014 Toll Freewww.edkoehn.com

WITH THANKSFOR YOUR TRUST

Heres hoping everything runssmoothly for you this Christmas.

We value your trust in us andthank you for your loyal patronage.

NO NEW AGEJUST PURE HEALTH

NUTRITIONAL & HERBAL CONSULTATIONSREFLEXOLOGY MASSAGECRANIALSACRAL THERAPY

HERBS, VITAMINS & SUPPLEMENTS

837 W. Shaw Howard City231-937-9370

www.naturesatrium.com

WITH OUR GRATITUDE

THANK YOU.We just cant thank youenough for your valued

business this year.Have a happy holiday!

Ringing in 2010!2010 The staff of The River Valley News Shopper

would like to wish all our readers andadvertisers a Happy New Year!

RAY WINNIEAUTO SALES

CAR RENTALS VAN RENTALS

INSURANCE RENTALS WELCOME

Corner of M-57 & M-91 Greenville

616-754-7195 1-800-557-7171

raywinnieautosales.com

Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9-7Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9-6; Sat. 9-2

Happy Holidays!

Wishing you and yourfamily a most memorable

holiday season.

Happy

HolidaysAs another year comes to a close,

we recall the many kind people

weve had the privilege to serve

this year and we wish you all a

holiday season thats as special

and memorable as you are.

TINNEYAUTOMOTIVE

M-57 West of Greenville

616-754-3605www.tinneyautomotive.com

Let thegood timesroll!We know wed like to celebrate

your friendship & support.

Happy New Year & manythanks for making this past year

a good one for us.

345 Main St.

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