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MONDAY,FEBRUARY22,2010RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 3

RECORD - ENTERPRISE

The River Valley

Serving Portions of Montcalm, Mecosta, Newaygo and Kent Counties

Over 800 registered participants hit

the hard water between the Croton and

Hardy Ponds in hopes of catching a tro-

phy walleye, pike, perch or bluegill, for

the 4th Annual Dam to Dam Ice Fish-

ing Contest. This event is held annu-

ally in February during the DNRs freeshing weekend. All proceeds from

registration fees, plus sales of rafe

tickets, go directly to the Big Brothers

and Big Sisters of Newaygo County,

with the donation being matched by

the Fremont Area Foundation.

Visit damtodamcontest.com for pho-

tos, information on the success of this

years event, and a listing of the events

sponsors.

United States Canoe Association (USCA)selects Newaygo Michigans MuskegonRiver for USCAs 2011 National Canoe &Kayak Championships

Chicago IL - The USCA announces the selectionof Newaygo Michigans Muskegon River as the sitefor its Canoe and Kayak National Championshipfor 2011. The Newaygo team made an outstanding

presentation and won the bid by a sizable margin,stated Gareth Stevens, Chair of the Publications andMarketing Committees at USCA. The USCA looksforward to helping make the Newaygo Nationals in2011 on the Muskegon River a success to remem-ber.

Martin Ecker, a Muskegon Michigan based ex-ert paddler and Race Organizer for the 2011 event,as delighted with the outcome: Newaygo was suc-

essful at winning the bid because of true teamwork.etween the people at Pure Michigan, the Newaygohamber of Commerce, and Powers Outdoors (the

ocal sponsor), the delegates felt comfortable thate could handle a race of this magnitude. I am con-dent we can conduct a superb race on the worldlass Muskegon River with the support of all of thetate and local organizations.

The USCA Nationals holds a major, six-day na-

ional canoe and kayak championship event everyear, usually in early-to-mid August. The week-long

MontcalmPanhandle

fund growsThe Montcalm Panhandle fund is $10,000 bet-er off this year do to the very successful fund raisereld at Latitudes Road House. The panhandle boardould like to extend a huge thank you to Communi-

y First Credit Union, The Howard City DDA, Peasensurance Agency Inc, RC Senior Health Care LLCnd Trumpets & Dove Financial Services for under-riting the dinner portion of the evening. The boardcknowledges all of the participants table sponsorsnd folks that donated to the cause. The communityund balance is nearing $76,520 which should al-ow $4,000 in grant money every year. Accordingo Chairman Richard Pease foundations and en-owments are the way to help ensure future growth

n a community, private money for parks, librar-es school and civic organizations. For GoodFor

orever. The board would like to express a specialhank you to Latitudes for the very special menuhat was enjoyed and for giving us the restaurant

See PANHANDLE page 4

NewaygoCounty

gets nodfor USCA

SeeNEWAYGO page 6

4th Annual Dam to Dam IceFishing Contest

Drillin holes and settingup the ice camp

Some of the days catch at the CrotonAmerican Legions weigh in station

Wacky Hats are a fun part of the day

Leinenkugel, one of the main sponsorsof the event, provides hot chocolate


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COMMUNITY NEWS Army National Guard Pvt. David Kooistra has

graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill,Lawton, Okla.

During the nine weeks of training, the soldierstudied the Army mission and received instructionand training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Armyhistory, core values and traditions, military courtesy,military justice, physical tness, rst aid, rie marks-manship, weapons use, map reading and land navi-gation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat,and eld maneuvers and tactics.

He is the son of David Kooistra Sr. of Blackfoot

Trail, Howard City, Mich.The private is a 2008 graduate of Tri County Se-

nior High School, Howard City.

Army Reserve Pvt. Sheila McBride has graduatedfrom basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Colum-bia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, the soldierstudied the Army mission, history, tradition and corevalues, physical tness, and received instruction andpractice in basic combat skills, military weapons,chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and cer-emony, marching, rie marksmanship, armed andunarmed combat, map reading, eld tactics, militarycourtesy, military justice system, basic rst aid, footmarches, and eld training exercises.

She is the daughter of Dennis and Edith McBride

of Cypress Ave., Newaygo, Mich.McBride is a 2004 graduate of Morley StanwoodHigh School, Morley, Mich.

Justine Wells, Local Resident Honored WithDeans List - Fall 2009 Semester

Sand Lake resident Justine Wells is among theoutstanding scholars recognized by Kuyper CollegesDeans List - Fall 2009 Semester. On a 4.0 scale, astudent must have a minimum Grade Point Aver-age of 3.5 for the semester and a minimum cumula-tive Grade Point Average of 3.2 to be placed on theDeans List. Justine is a 2008 graduate of Tri CountyHS and is majoring in Youth Ministries.

MCC announces fall 2009 honors listsSIDNEY The Montcalm Community College fall

2009 semester honors lists include 633 students.

Of these, 302 students obtained a 3.7 to 4.0 GPAearning them a place on the Presidents Honors Listor the Part-time Presidents Honors List and 331 stu-dents earned a place on the Honors List or Part-timeHonors List with GPAs of 3.3 to 3.69. Full-time stu-dents must have earned at least 12 credits during thesemester and part-time students must have earnedat least six credits during the semester to be eligiblefor honors. A list of the honors students and theircity or town of residence follows.

Presidents Honors list (3.7 to 4.0 GPA):Cedar Springs - Susan Atkinson, Tiffany Francis-

co, Julie Greenbauer, Meletta Pangborn, RoseanneShears and Nicholas Wagner.

Edmore - Amanda Dykhuis, Kayla Hale, MichaelMcCrory, Justin Preston and Amanda Sutten.

Gowen - Thea Bartrum, Curtis Brayton, DavidProctor, Jamie VanGessel and Tara Vereeke.

Greenville - Ronda Allen, Andrew Aylsworth,Lacy Bittenbender, Michael Bunce, Andrew Chris-man, Kinsey Christensen, Linda Cooper, Ami Cope,Kelly Crittenden, Veronica Dawson, Roxana Dumi-tru, Jodie Eckstorm, Camille Gaffney, Jessica Garvin,Jennifer Gibson, Aleeson Gladding, Margaret Glad-ding, Lori Grimm, Sheila Hansen, Angelita London,Jeffery Navarro, Jeremy Neve, Daniel Penner, LeahPerry, Serena Rothley, Heather Sherwood, PennySimones, Marlo Tiffany, Eric Vaughn, Kathryn Wall,Stephanie Woodman and Marjorie Henry.

Howard City - Debra Childs, Ryan Ruzek, RobertSoles and Eva Walter.Lakeview - Jeffrey Davis, Brooke Edison, Elana

Powell and Bridgette Premo.Pierson - Tammie Siegrist.Rockford - Alisha Jacobsson and Julie Walker.Sand Lake - Jill Burkhardt, Mendee Fennessy,

Steven Hayden, Kyle VanDyke and Daniel Williams.Sidney - Jason Barrus and Nick Muns.Six Lakes - Jason Hiscock, Brooke McGinn,

Kathy Nance, Rebekah Quisenberry and Judith Wei-denfeller.

Sparta - Candice Russell.Stanton - Rebecca Bean, Chad Borton, Alexis

Brayton, Elizabeth Campbell, Laura Holland, ReneKorsky, Jason Lake, Margaret Mortensen, JaredNielsen, Morgan Sanders, Lacy Thornton, KaylaTrygstad and Elmer Vera.

Trufant - Chris Welsheimer and Sally Wingate.

for the night, and all of the following who made the eveningpossible with their generosity.

Table SponsorsIndependent Bank, Select Care Physical Therapy Inc., All

American Taxidermy, Johnsons Automotive Repair, Ed &Robin Blair, J&H Family Stores, Arks Electric Inc., DeansLandscaping & Excavating, Spectrum Heatlh & KensleyHospital, Heckman & Son Lawn Care, Heckmans FuneralHome Inc.,Droski Insurance Agency, Inc., J.I.S Tire Ser-

vice, Howard City Auto Clinic/Consignment Shop, DianneM Longoria, PLC Attorney At Law, Parts Plus, Hills BodyShop, S.R. Automotive, Inc., Servpro of Ionia & MontcalmCounties, Mark Stevens Realty Development LLC., Robin-son Septic Service, Ace Home Health Care, Big Bens Tire &Auto Repair, Finish Line Auto Body, Mattsons True ValueHardware, DW Video & Multimedia LLC., Howard City AutoGlass, Leppinks, James Scholten, Max & Patricia ZamarripaField of Dreams Foundation Inc., Baxter Construction, LLC.,McKays Towing, JR Aggregates, Tri-County Body Shop, J.M.Anderson Insurance, Howard House, Robinson Equipment,Mike Huckleberry-State Representative, Brian Calley-StateRepresentative, Edward Sternisha-State Representative, andAAA-Marcey Allington

DonationsDick & Deb DeBruyn, Chris & Sheryl Sanders, Richard &

Cheryl Pease, Robert & Rose Bonga, Lotus Salon, CharlenesCaf & Coffee House, Hansen Collision Inc., Keller NorthCountry Motors, Prudential Preferred Realtors-Mark Ste-vens, Natures Atrium, River Valley/ The Pioneer Group, Ser-vice Master Clean, Subway Restaurant, Howard City MobileMart, Leppinks, Finish Line Auto Body, Droski InsuranceAgency Inc., Print City, Pizza Time, Angela Taylor, Bill & Cin-dy Pease, Charlie & Jan Francis, Whites Bargain House Inc.,Whitesh Lake Golf, Grill and Loons Nest, Robinson Equip-ment, M-46 Mobile, Howard City Auto Glass, Mike Hulbert,Mark Peterson, and Carol Simpson.

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MONDAY,FEBRUARY22,2010RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 5LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Reader thankscommunity for family-

oriented eventsTO THE EDITOR:

The past few weeks there have beencomplaints about the Winter Festival inHoward City, and I am quite irritated bythe comments of an uninformed few.

My family and I enjoyed the winterfestival. We participated in the Fam-ily Friendly pancake breakfast. My boyshad a wonderful time on the communityprovided sledding hills, and I witnessedquite a few others warming themselves atthe bon re. Due to prior engagements wecould not participate in the activities pro-vided for children at the library, but we didtake a shot at the hockey shoot-out over atthe dentist ofce, put on by the HowardCity Skate Park Committee.

We enjoy the fact that Howard City istrying to plan family orientated activitiesi.e. Harvest Festival and Winter Festival.This being the rst Winter Fest, I under-stand there may be some glitches along theway.

I would like to thank the community

members who take time out of their busylives to come together to provide us withsuch events. Maybe if more communitymembers would get involved with com-mittees to better our community we couldreally make these festivals something to beenjoyed by all.

GIna HOEzEE

Readers are glad to beback in the area

TO THE EDITOR:To the River Valley Shopper editor and

the coordinators of Winterfest,My family and I recently reestablished

ourselves in the Howard City area. We re-located here from the Traverse City area,

where every where you looked there wassomething to do. We were a little con-cerned moving back, as to what activitiesthe community could offer our family.Well, we could not have been more wrong.

My family is very pleased with every-thing Howard City has to offer. My wife,four children, and I took full advantage ofthe harvest Festival, and plan to do so againnext year. We also were thoroughly pleasedwith the recent Winterfest Celebration. We were very fortunate that Mother Nature

chose to cooperate. My children loved thesledding and we took the opportunity tocreate a snowman in our yard that the en-tire family contributed to. There seems tobe a well established balance between thechildrens events and an offering for theparents later. I realize that these festivalsare no small undertaking. With anythingthat involves the entire community it re-quires coordination, time, and volunteers.I just wanted everyone involved to knowthat we appreciate it and look forward tothe next community event.

THE MulHOllanDs

Reader unhappy with

paper, criticismTO THE EDITOR:

This letter is written in response to thecriticisms published in the paper over thelast couple of weeks by persons who maynot be aware of what really happened atthe entertainment tent presented by Lati-tudes Roadhouse or what was offered toattendees at the rst Winter Fest.

First of all, I am questioning why TheRiver Valley Shopper would publish a letter,criticizing a charity event put on by a localorganization, from a citizen who was out ofstate on vacation at the time the event hap-pened. The entertainment tent is a popularfund raiser for The Field of Dreams Foun-dation which Latitudes sponsors and sup-

ports. The tent brought in enough money

for the foundation to give Helping Handsa check for one thousand dollars plus con-tribute to the foundation itself. I, myself volunteered on Saturday night and washappy to see many community leaders andfriends enjoying the music and having agood time chatting with acquaintances anddancing. As far as I could see, there was nodegradation or humiliation of women go-ing on anywhere in that tent.

Also, last summer a pastor did come totown and had a tent revival in the lot across

the street from Whites. No one pitched at.The second letter I am responding to is

the one that said that the Winter Festivalwas not community related and the accu-sation that childrenand the elderly werenot taken into consideration. There werechildren and family related activities allday long. Events included a hockey shoot,snow painting, fort building, snowakeshoot and a sliding hill. There was hotcocoa and coffee at the community bonreprovided by the Lions Club, a pancake breakfast to support the new skate parkand a snow mobile poker run. I hear thatnext year the committee is adding frozenchicken bowling and a sh shanty race. Ifthese arent family events, I dont know

what is. From what I understand, the Se-nior Center was asked to participate witha Euchre tournament and they declined.They could have had a band during the daywith dancing or something. Maybe offereda place for people enjoying the festival tocome in and warm up during the day onSaturday. They chose not to participate.

If individuals and organizations dont want to volunteer their time to help tomake the town a better place than otherscan only do the best they can. The groupsthat put on the Harvest Festival, the WinterFestival and the Tree Lighting Ceremonyaresmall and work hard because they careabout this community. My advice is to stopthinking bad thoughts about our town andget busy trying to make it better.

JOlEnE MIcHaEls

Hrvet Fet committee memberFormer Tow coi Member,former pig ommiioer

Editors note: The letters publishedin the River Valley Record Enterprise donot reect the overall opinion of the pa-per. Letters to the editor may be writtenby any member of the community whowishes to express their view of a certainissue. Letters should be in good taste andno longer than 500 words.

Reader: You hadto be there

TO THE EDITOR: As President of the Montcalm County

Panhandle Area Chamber of Commerce,and after hearing of the results of the event,from Board Member Mark Stevens and Ex-ecutive Director Marianne Shepard, at ourmonthly board meeting I feel the respon-sibility to report to the community, to saythank you to the dozens of volunteers thatput on a really great community event.

For the rst annual Winterfest therewere 41 snowmobiles, with very little snow,that took part in a fun run. No less than 40people were involved in a Eucher tourna-ment. The Sliding hill had a large group of youngsters laughing and playing. One ofthe kids, I understand, is already suggest-ing improvements for next years slidinghill. The fort building at the Library wasa huge success along with the snow paint-ing.

The beer tent was a hit with the adults.Friday had approximately 200 attendeesand Saturday, I understand had another600 people. One of the best parts of thebeer tent is that a portion of the prots will be donated to Helping Hands. Our deep-est thanks to Lattitudes and Miller Lite forhelping such a great cause. The nal results

SeelETTERs

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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

1950 The Hills Soda Grill next to

the hospital in Lakeview has been

sold to Lloyd and Anna Snyder

of Florida, who were formerly of

Greenville.

The North Star Bus Line has

reported it will stop service to the

Lakeview area in March as fewer

people still use the bus to travel toGrand Rapids.

1960 A large gray balloon released

from the University of Minnesota at

Minneapolis landed last week six

miles south of Stanwood, where

brothers Henry and Arthur Conner,

Jr. found the debris.

Miss Wilma Morrow of Lakev-

iew has received her LPN degree

from Merry School of Practical

Nursing in Cadillac, and is now

employed at Greenville Memorial

Hospital.

1975 the new water wagon at the

Lakeview fire department has been

dedicated in the memory of George

Liscombe, longtime local fireman.

Marine Cpl. Gregory Colbert

of Stanwood has reported for duty

with the 2nd Marine Division at theMarine Corps Base in Fort Lejeune,

NC.

1995 Lakeviews Lions Club and

Chamber of Commerce are joining

forces to promote a fund raising Las

Vegas Night at the Lakeview VFW

post.

Lucinda Bucholtz of Lakeview

has recently added a line of Colo-

nial Candles of Cope Cod to her

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EVENT: Grant Christian School hosted their fth annual DaddyDonut Day for preschool families on Thursday, Jan. 21. Besidesenjoying a good selection of donuts and a healthy glass of choco-late milk, dads experienced the day in the life of their preschoollearner. Donut projects, feet measuring and comparing, shav-ing faces, Bible story time, and other fun activities lled the time.Preschoolers were treated to a special family connection when four

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GMHS hosts sixthannual Day of Dance

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tration at 9:30 a.m.). GMHS will present afun-lled day of dancing and heart healthyactivities with the theme, Dancing Throughthe Decades. Whether young enough forHip-Hop or old enough for the Two Step, Dayof Dance will provide dancing opportunitiesand activities for all ages.

With heart disease the number one killerof women and men, and February being pro-claimed National Heart Health Month, Dayof Dance, created through the GMHS af-liation with the national Spirit of Womenorganization, provides the perfect blend ofopportunities for education and activity--aday designed to look at how to prevent heartdisease and how to take steps to help manage

lifestyles so people can live long and healthylives. Day of Dance provides an opportunityto move women, their families and friends, to

take ACTION to live a more healthy life. Theday is free to all and provides an opportunityto take advantage ofnHealth Screeningsn Dance Lessons and Class Participation

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Spirit of Women efforts for Day of Dancehave expanded to some 70 cities across thenation and GMHS is proud to be holding its6th annual event. Last year over 700 women,men and children of all ages joined us forthe lively day of fun-lled activities. We arethrilled to have this exciting Day of Dance andother health related activities for our com-munityprevious participants have includedall ages from just a few weeks old to peoplein their 90s. Its a wonderful way to engagefamilies and friends in fun, heart-healthy ac-

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POLE BUILDINGS for garage, work-shop or storage. Custom built, using topquality materials. Call Kevin Smith, SmithConstruction, Barryton. (989) 382-7506.Licensed, insured.

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MORLEY - LARGE 2/bedroom mobile.Large yard, storage shed. $450/month.Deposit. No dogs. 231-937-4905/231-856-8945

MORLEY MOTELDaily Rooms from $40, Weeklyrooms from $145. Includes utilities.No Deposit. (231)856-7820.

SHADY LAWN MOTEL: Sand Lake, MI.Special rates. Furnished cabin with kitch-enette $113.25/week. Furnished small cab-ins, $96.60/week. (Above prices includeutilities) Call for availability (616)696-0386, or (616)638-5658. If no answer, call(616)636-8967.

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Village of Howard CityOpportunity for Employment

The Village of Howard City is now accepting applications for the position offull-time Equipment Operator/General Laborer. This is a full time positionwith the Howard City Municipal Services Department. $10.00 Per Hourwith full benefits. Please submit resume, cover letter, work experiencesand references to: Municipal Services Director, Re: Job Posting Village ofHoward City, 220 White Street; P.O Box 510, Howard City, MI 49329. TheVillage of Howard City is an equal opportunity employer. Resumes will beaccepted until 3-18-10. Full posting can be found online at howardcity.org.No phone calls please.

WINFIELD TOWNSHIPFEBRUARY 11, 2010

Meeting called to order and opened with the Pledge by Supervisor Phyllis Larson.

Members present: Supervisor Phyllis Larson, Clerk Colleen Stebbins, Treasurer

Roy Killinger, Trustee Dan Kanouse and Trustee Jim Radford.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Motion by Roy, second by Jim to approve the

agenda, voice vote, motion passed.

CLERK REPORT: Stand approved as read.

TREASURER REPORT: Total on hand $125,648.39 including $17,347.21 in tax

account, stand approved as read.

REPORTS: Assessors report read by Phyllis stating 2 land divisions are pending,

1 completed. Mt. Pleasant MTA Board of Review schooling raised several questionson agriculture of which the instructor appeared to have difference of opinion from

our State Representatives. BOARD OF REVIEW dates: March 8, 2010 9 a.m. to

3 p.m. and March 9, 2010 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Motion by Roy, second by Dan to accept Board of Review petitions by mail, voice

vote, motion passed.

Resolution by Roy, second by Jim to accept Federal poverty guidelines for poverty

exemption, roll call: Dan yes, Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes, resolution

passed.

ZONING ADMINISTRATOR: Dave Kelsey issued 1 permit and working with

Cliff Bloom on another.

PLANNING COMMISSION: Dan reported a public hearing was held January 25,

2010 to discuss proposed update on ordinance to comply with Michigan Enabling

Act, tabled until next months Board of Trustees meeting.

Fire Department: Fire Chief Bill Knapp no fire runs last month and 2 taking

training.

PARK & CEMETERY: Motion by Jim, second by Roy to accept Mike & Sons

Lawn Care contract the same as last years rate $4.600.00, roll call: Jim yes, Colleenyes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes, Dan yes, motion passed.

ROADS: Phyllis has copies of road contracts except for blacktopping. County

Road Commission noted that Winfield Township roads have held together better

than any other in the county because of the three applications of chloride at 2,000

gallons a mile.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Opened at 7:37 p.m. Mel had a web question and Bill

asked about grants for roads. Public comments closed at 7:39 p.m.

OLD BUSINESS: Motion by Dan, second by Jim to appoint Dale Ulrich to Board

of Review for 2 year term, roll call: Colleen no, Phyllis yes, Roy no, Dan yes,

Jim yes, motion passed. Motion by Dan, second by Roy to pay for up to 3 for

MTA dinner, roll call: Phyllis yes, Roy yes, Dan yes, Jim yes, Colleen yes, motion

passed.

PAYMENT OF BILLS: Motion by Dan, second by Jim to pay bills check number

8401 to check number 8436 in the amount of $9,680.31, roll call: Roy yes, Dan yes.

Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, motion passed.

BOARD COMMENTS:

Roy: NoneDan: None

Jim: Asked if Suwanee be under consideration for paving.

Colleen: Motion by Dan, second by Jim to amend budget by transferring $89.48

from line item 101-515-956 drains to line item 101-528-801 waste disposal, roll

call: Dan yes, Jim yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes, motion passed.

Motion by Dan, second by Roy to replace the wall phone in the hall, roll call: Jim

yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Roy yes, Dan yes, motion passed.

Sign contract for Clean-up Day June 5, 2010 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon.

Phyllis: None

ADJOURN: Motion by Dan, second by Roy to adjourn at 9:13 p.m., voice vote,

motion passed.

Respectfully,

Colleen Stebbins

Winfield Township Clerk

Next meeting: March 11, 2010 7 p.m.

Treasurer: Roy Killinger 989-352-6812

Assessor: Jerrilynn Strong 989-382-5452Burning permits: Fire Chief Bill Knapp 989-818-0905

Zoning Permits; David Kelsey 989-289-2268

Cemetery Concerns: Phyllis Larson 231-762-4342

PIERSON TOWNSHIP, MONTCALM COUNTYMARCH BOARD OF REVIEW

The Pierson Township Board of Review will conduct its organizational meeting

on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. at the Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville

Road, Pierson, Michigan.

2010 Tentative Factors:

Agricultural Real Property 1.00000

Commercial Real Property 1.00000

Industrial Real Property 1.00000

Residential Real Property 1.00000

Personal Property 1.00000

The Board of Review will meet for assessment appeals at the Township Hall on the

following days:

Monday, March 8, 2010: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 11, 2010: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

For those who are unable to attend, written appeals will be accepted if received by

March 5, 2010.

Reynolds Township

Regular Meeting of the BoardMeeting Date: February 11, 2010

Called to order: 7:00 p.m.

Members present: Supervisor Keith Grannis, Clerk Tina Porzondek, Treasurer

Roger Stedman, Trustee Lee Olsen

Absent: Trustee Ann Yanke

Action Items:

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

fire and police reports. Motion made by Porzondek, second by Stedman, 4 ayes, 1absent. Approved. No zoning activity for January.

Motion to approve the Village of Howard City Fire contract for 2010-2011 by

Porzondek, second by Stedman. 4 ayes, 1 absent. Approved.

Discussion items:

Reynolds Township Budget Hearing set for March 11, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the

Reynolds Township Hall located at 215 E. Edgerton St. Howard City, MI

Board of Review will be held on Mon. March 8, 2010 9 a.m. to noon & 1 p.m. to 4

p.m. and Tues. March 9, 2010 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. & 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Michigan Dept. of Labor and Economic growth approved the townships application

to enforce building code. Application will be sent to the State Construction Code

Commission for consideration.

The supervisor recognized the Treasurer and Clerks Township Governance

Academy graduation.

Public comment:

A resident asked questions about fire costs and insurance billing.

Adjourned: 7:23 p.m.

Next Meeting: March 11, 2010 at 7:00 p.m.

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

website www.montcalm.org/reynolds.twp

Amendment to theTownship Cemetery Ordinance

PIERSON TOWNSHIPMONTCALM COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Ordinance No. 2010-01

An ordinance to protect the public health, safety and general welfare by estab-lishing regulations relating to the operation, control, maintenance and manage-ment of cemeteries owned, controlled or operated by the Township of Pierson inMontcalm County, Michigan to provide penalties for the violations of said ordi-nance, and to repeal all ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict therewith.

THE TOWNSHIP OF PIERSON, COUNTY OF MONTCALM, MICHIGANORDAINS:

Section 6. Grave openings

(c) Winter burials will be conducted from December 15th,to March 15th. The cost for grave openings will be $700.00 and$250.00 for cremains. Such fees shall be set from time to time byresolution of the Township Board, payable to Pierson Township.

Copies of the ordinance may be inspected or purchased at the offices of thePierson Township Clerk, Pierson Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville Road, dur-

ing business hours.

Dated: February 2, 2010 Township Board of theTownship of Pierson


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REED CITY: 1&2 Bedroom, $500-$650per month. Utilities included, no pets,on-site manager. (231)465-4049

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NOW SEEKING QUALIFIED senior andfamily applicants to fill 1, 2 and 3 bedroomunits located at Parkview and EvergreenVillage. Income based on rent with utili-ties included, cable available at reducedrates. Close to downtown, active residencouncil, group activities, neighborhoodwatch program and security cameras.Apply at 9 Parkview Village, Big Rapids.(231)796-8689. The application is alsoavailable atbigrapidshousing.org

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WINFIELD TOWNSHIP

BOARD OF REVIEW MEETINGS

Winfield Township Hall

15212 Howard City-Edmore Road

Amble, Michigan

March 2, 2010 7 pm Organization Meeting

March 8, 2010 9 am 3 pm Board of Review

March 9, 2010 3 pm 9 pm Board of Review

Any questions call:

Jerrilynn Strong, Assessor 989-382-7963

Phyllis Larson, Supervisor 231-762-4342

Public AuctionJerry Hiess FarmsSaturday March 6th, 2010 at 10:00 am.

Contact sale manager Dan Folkema 231-519-1022.

Location: 12031 Pear Ave, Grant, MI 49327Directions: From Grant M-37 (traffic light) to 120th st. turn east 7mi to Pear.Turn south to sale site.

Tractors and Trailer, Hay Equipment, Tillage and Planting Equipment,Harvesting, and More!! For more information, complete listing, andpictures go to

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REYNOLDS TOWNSHIPBOARD OF REVIEW

Will meet at the township office 215 E. Edgerton Howard City, MI 49329

Mon. March 8th 9 am to noon & 1 pm to 4 pm

Tues. March 9th 1 pm to 4 pm & 6 pm to 9 pm

to hear appeals of 2010 property assessments

BY APPOINTMENT OR LETTER ONLY

Call the Assessor @ 937-4992 for an appointment

and Tues. March 2nd 10am for an organizational meeting only

Tina Porzondek, Township Clerk

PUBLIC NOTICEGRANT TOWNSHIPAssessor Position

Grant Township is now seeking applications for the position of

Assessor. Anyone interested should submit a Letter of Interest,

Resume and References to Deborah Berends, the Grant Township

Clerk, at 1323 E. 104th St., Grant, MI 49327.

The deadline for applications is Monday, March 01, 2010.

PUBLIC NOTICEGRANT TOWNSHIP

Cemetery Grave Opening Position

Grant Township is now seeking applications for the position

of Cemetery Grave Opener. Anyone interested should submit a

Letter of Interest, Resume and References to Deborah Berends,

the Grant Township Clerk, at 1323 E. 104 th St., Grant, MI 49327.

The deadline for applications is Monday, March 01, 2010.

Public Hearing Notice

Big Prairie Township

Planning CommissionSpecial Land Use Request

The Big Prairie Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearingat the Big Prairie Township offices located at 2815 Elm Street within BigPrairie Township at its regular meeting on Wednesday, March 17, 2010,at 6:30 p.m. for the following:

Mr. Michael Anderson has requested special land use approval for hisproperty located at 8694 Walleye Lane in the Township (PermanentParcel No. 62-16-02-400-005) in order to upgrade and replace the existingsingle-wide mobile home with a larger mobile home in accordance withSection 3.11(L) of the Big Prairie Township Zoning Ordinance.

All interested parties will be given an opportunity to be heard at thishearing or written comments may be sent prior to the hearing to theaddress below.

Judith Baker, ClerkBig Prairie Township5160 Croton-Hardy DriveNewaygo, MI 49337231-652-7390

In Memory

MAUDE SORENSONPassed away one year ago February 19, 2009

We miss you - We love youAnd you will always be in our prayers

The Workman & Sorenson Families

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Movie:Alvin & The ChipmunksFri. 6 & 9 PM Sat. & Sun. 3, 6 & 9 PM

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Help is Available:A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of eachmonth (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30 p.m. in the ConferenceRooms at Carson City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at989-330-4091.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 Thursday ofevery month from 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977W. 72nd St. (M-82), Newaygo, MI. For more information contact DebKaminski, 231-924-7013.Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, MiracleDrop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No duesor fees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help peoplecope with stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Infocall Carol (989)831-8778.Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pmon Thursdays, meeting 6:10-7:10pm. Info. Dee at (231)652-2583. SpartaMethodist Church. Weigh in 5:00-6:00pm on Tuesdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. Info. Betty at (616)691-7120. White Cloud, Commission onAging. Weigh in 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93Gibbs 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, meeting10:00-11:00am. East M-46. Sand Lake, Resurrection Lutheran Church.Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays, meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 NorthlandDr. Howard City, Reynolds Township Hall (back building), Thursdaysweigh-in 4:30-5:10 PM, meeting 5:15-6:00 PM. First meeting free. Forinformation 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 of

Newaygo. 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-7:00pm12&12 12 Steps Traditions-Open; Thursday-12Noon-Open, 7:00pm-Open, 7:00pm-Closed (N/S) nonsmoking, 7:00pm-Alanon; Friday-AllOpen-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 wantconvenient parking.Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drugfree). 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? Bingefor no apparent reason? No DuesWe are a fellowship. FREMONT: FirstCongregational Church, 714 Hillcrest, Thursday, 10:45-11:45. Contact689-6553, 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, 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 accessible toyou - 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 - John924-8027, Mon. 7:30pm - C; Step Mtg.; Thurs. 7:30pm - CNewaygo 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 alltypes 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 gamenight 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 way ofyou being able to really live? Newaygo County meeting, Friday s, 10:00am,United Methodist Church, 240 Williams Street, White Cloud. For moreinformation, call 689-7330, or toll-free, 1-800-968-7330.

Upcoming Events:Montage The Art of MCCs Faculty and Staff and acollection of original African art are on display through Feb. 28in the art gallery in Montcalm Community Colleges InstructionNorth Building in Sidney. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondaysthrough Thursdays. Admission is free.

Fish Fry Dinner - Fridays, February 19 thru March 26, from 4:30 - 7:00 pm at Christ The King Church, 9596 N.Reed Rd, Howard City. Adults $8, Kids (6-12) $3, Family $25,Seniors (62+) $7.

The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled atthe following locations to distribute free food to individuals andfamilies in need. Most food distributions take approximatelyone hour. See below for registration details. Please do not arrivemore than 30 minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bringyour own container to hold 50 lbs. of food. Saturday, February13th, 10:00 am, First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont,Please call (231) 924-2460 to register. Saturday, February 20th,1:00 pm, Grant Assembly of God, Grant. Tuesday, February

23rd, 5:00 pm, River Valley Community Church, Newaygo.Wednesday, February 24th, 10:00 am, NCCS, Fremont.Wednesday, February 24th, 5:00 pm, Hesperia CommunityEducation, Hesperia - Sponsored by Lighthouse CommunityChurch. Saturday, February 27th, 2:00 pm, Commission onAging, White Cloud - Sponsored by Lighthouse Wesleyan.

Pancake Breakfast sponsored by the Cedar Springs LionsClub - Saturday February 20th, at the Cedar Springs MethodistChurch, corner of Main & Church. All you can eat, adult $6/seniors $5/under 12 free.

The Montcalm County Local Board for Emergency Foodand Shelter Programs has announced the availability offunds for the year 2010. These funds, provided by the FederalEmergency Management Agency, are available to nonprofitor governmental agencies that deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs in Montcalm County. Applications areavailable from the United Way of Montcalm County, and aredue no later than February 22, 2010. For more information,contact Denise Hubbard, United Way Director, at 616-225-1082.Join the Horizons Club of Independent Bank for a daytrip to the Fire keepers Casino in Battle Creek. The date isWednesday, February 24. Your cost is $30 and you will receive acasino package back worth $25. Sign up now at any IndependentBanking Center for complete details or call Ruth Decker @231.652.1641 to assure you a seat on the motor coach.

Free Food Truck - 4:00 pm, Thursday, February 25, 2010, atFree Methodist Church, 110 N. Edgar Rd, Lakeview. Sponsoredby the Lakeview Ministorial Association, along with The AmbleMotorcycle Group providing funds for the February food truck.

Blood Drive - Sunday, February 28, at Heritage UnitedMethodist Church, 19931 West Kendaville Rd, Pierson. From10am - 2pm.

Pancake Breakfast for the Coral Fire Department - Sunday,February 28, 2010, 8am - 1pm at the Coral Community Center.$5-adults, $3-child (4-12), under 3 free.

The Purpose Driven Life Class - Tuesday mornings beginningMarch 2 from 10 AM - Noon at Still Waters CounselingMinistry, 218 N. Ensley in Howard City. Lead by Pastor RonWynn. To register call Jill at (231) 937-6193. Knowing yourpurpose gives your life meaning!

The Stanton Womens Club hosts a beach party-themedwine and beer-tasting fundraiser from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday,March 5, at Clifford Lake Inn in Stanton. Includes silentauction and a 50-50 drawing. Tickets are $20 per person. ContactLynette Feazel by e-mail at [email protected] or ShellyStrautz-Springborn at [email protected] or 989-831-8805 to purchase tickets or for more information. All proceedsbenefit club activities within the community.

Benefit Auction & 50/50 Drawings - Presented by theHeaven Is My Home Show. Saturday, March 6th at theGreenville American Legion Hall. Free food and beverages foreveryone. Live Christian/Country Music. All monies raised paysfor Heaven Is My Home Food Ministry. For more informationcall 616-263-9494 or 989-831-4231.

Female Urinary Incontinence Seminar - Kelly Wiersema,MD and Connie Januzelli, DO of Spectrum HealthObstetrics and Gynecology in Greenville are hosting a freeseminar highlighting the symptoms and treatment options. Joinus on Monday, March 15 from 6:30-8 pm at United Hospital.RSVP by calling 616.754.2944.

NCCS Camp Newaygo Family Explorers Club - everymonth the Club will participate in a different outdoor activity.Explore the outdoors and connect with nature, as a family! Call231-652-1184 for more information.

Free Kids Aerobics at the Lakeview Community WellnessCenter, Wednesdays from 3:30 - 4:15. Ages 5-10, CollieneWillison instructing. 423 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lakeview. 989-

352-7510.

Hospice of Michigan Offers Living on Support Group

2nd Wednesday of each month from 2:00 pm 3:00 pm at VerasHouse located at 18 Justice St in Newaygo. For more informationplease call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or 800-837-3630.

Angel Food Ministries at Solon Center Wesleyan Church,15671 Algoma Ave., Cedar Springs, MI 49319. For info call616-696-8236.

Mid-Michigan District Health Department Hearing& Vision Screening Clinic. Free vision testing, as well ashearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Monday through Friday.

The third Thursday of each month, Wendy Lewkowski,MSW, Bereavement Coordinator for Heartland Hospice will beholding a grief support group. This group is open to anyonein the community and will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the HeartlandHospice office located at 1041 West Main Street, Fremont, MI.Call Wendy with any questions 231-924-0153.

The Power of a Praying Parent. Classes start weekly at theStill Waters Ministry Center, 218 Williams St, Howard City.10am - 11:30 am. Free of charge. To register call Jill at 231-937-6193.

Would you like to know about becoming a Catholic?Through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA),adults who have never been baptized, or have been baptizedin another Christian tradition have the opportunity to studyCatholicism in a group setting. If you would like to know more,please call Christ The King Catholic Church at 231-937-5757and leave your name and phone number.

The Lakeview Area Seniors is a non-denominationalgroup gathering on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00PM to 3:00. Interested people of all ages are encouraged attend.If you would like further information about these meetings, theLakeview Area Seniors, or transportation to meetings, pleasecall: Marlene Scott 989-352-6661, Dorothy Jensen 989-831-4496, Nancy Olsen 231-937-6272, Gary Wakenhut 989-352-6996.

The Howard City Skate Park Committee meets Thursdayevenings, 7:00 p.m. @ the Howard City Village Hall locatedbehind the Village offices. Call Marianne @ 231.937.6203 formore information.

The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2ndWednesday of month, 7:00 p.m., @ Timothy C. HauensteinReynolds Township Library. Volunteers are needed. Info. CallCheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Library Happenings:Family Time at the Sand Lake/Nelson Twp. Library - Tuesdays,February 2nd - 23rd at 10:00 am. Stories, songs, crafts & other bookrelated fun for the family, with a different theme each week.

Music & Movement - Families will get movin and groovin withrhymes, songs, musical activities, instruments, and movement-basedgames. Sand Lake/Nelson Twp Library, Wednesdays February 3rd -24th at 6:30 pm.

Library Offers Internet Safety Program for Parents and Kids - February 23, 2010 at the Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds TownshipLibrary. Topics covered include cyber bullying, privacy and waysparents and their kids can safeguard themselves on popular internetsites. The program begins at 6 pm and will run for an hour and a halfwith plenty of time for questions.

Fireside Chatters Book Discussion - Adult Book Club - March1, 2010, at 1:30 pm at the Sand Lake/Nelson Township Library, 88Eighth St., Sand Lake. Join us for a friendly, informal book discussion.Enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book with others. This monthsselection is The Book of Unholy Mischief by Elle Newmark.

Home-School Group Meeting at the Sand Lake/Nelson TwpLibrary, Tuesday, March 9th at 3:00 pm. Parents and children arewelcome. Plan events or projects, and work together on assignments.Join together in a community of learning for all ages.

Faith Meets Fiction, Adult Book Club Discussion - Wednesday,March 10, 2010, at 1:30 pm at the Sand Lake/Nelson TownshipLibrary, 88 Eighth St., Sand Lake. Join us for a friendly bookdiscussion on inspirational titles. Share a cup of coffee and a good

book with others. This months selection is No Place for a Lady byMaggie Brendan.

Toddler Time every Monday at 11:00 am at the Timothy C.Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Ages 19 Months-3 year olds,listen to a story, do a craft, sing songs and other activities. Everyone iswelcome, questions call 231-937-5575 and ask for Cheryl

Preschool Storytime: Every Tuesday at 11:00 am at the TimothyC. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Ages 3-5 year olds,come listen to stories, make a craft and other activities. Everyone iswelcome, questions call 231-937-5575 and ask for Cheryl.

The Timothy Hauenstein Reynolds Twp Friends of the Librarymeetfrom 9:00 - 11:00 am on the second Wednesday of the month.All interested persons are welcome to attend. Library location, 117Williams St., Howard City.


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P225/60R16

DORAL SDL 60Price includes mounting, balancing,new valve stem and installation.

$7920

P225/60R16QUADRA LE

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P265/70R17DUELER AT RH-S OWLPrice includes mounting, balancing,

new valve stem and installation.

$12740

P235/75R15GOODYEAR WRANGLER RTS

Price includes mounting, balancing,new valve stem and installation.

$

9926


Per Tire, Plus Tax

Per Tire, Plus Tax Per Tire, Plus Tax

Per Tire, Plus Tax

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River Valley News Shopper, February 21, 2010