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MONDAY,MAY28,2012RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 3

RECORD - ENTERPRISE

The River Valley

Serving PortionSof MontcalM, MecoSta, newaygoand Kent countieS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:nObituaries

nMud Bowl Mania

nCommunity News

nStage Door Theater

LETTER TO THE EDITOR POLICYLetters published in the River Valley Record-Enterprise

do not reect the overall opinion of the paper. A letter to the

editor may be written once per month by any member of

the community who wishes to express their view of a certain

issue. Letters should be in good taste, be no longer than 500

words, include the signature and home town of the writer.

DEADLINESNews/Editorial Submissions. .. . Noon on Tuesday

Area Happenings and Directories. .. . Noon on Wednesday

Classifed/Display advertising. .. . Noon on Thursday

For more inormation, contact the River Valley Ofceat (231) 937-4740

Thanks to the generous contributionsfrom local and area merchants, organizationsand individual patrons the Lakeview Cham-ber of Commerce recently announced thenew expanded schedule for their 2012 Musicin the Park Concert Series. This Wednesday-night, summer tradition in Lakeview is nowcelebrating its 18th year of great lawn chairmusic with a line up of 10 concerts featuringlocal, regional and national touring musi-cians.

The series will be held at 7 p.m. at Lakev-

iews Lakeside Park, just off main street andon the shores of Tamarack Lake. Admissionis free. In the event of rain, the concert will bemoved to the Tamarack Room of the LakeviewLibrary or the Lakeview Community Churchdepending on the size of the act. Bring a lawnchair and be prepared to be entertained.

Lakeview chamber expands concert seriesSCHEDULE:

June 20 FREE FLIGHT (Vintage Rock)June 27 JAZZ IS RESTLESS (1920s Jazz

and Blues)July 11 THE GRAVEL RIDGE BAND (Lo-

cal Bluegrass Favorites)July 18 THE RFD BOYS (Bluegrass)July 25 THE RIVER ROGUES (Dixieland

Jazz)Aug. 1 MULEBONE (Memphis Blues/

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Blues Guitar)Aug. 15 THE GEORGE COLE TRIO(Acoustic Jazz)

Aug. 22 SISTER WILENE (Country/Swing)

Aug. 29 BO WHITE AND THE BLUEZERS(Chicago Blues/Rock)

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1952 The Bert Stouts of Morley

celebrated their 60th anniversary

at their sons cottage on Long Lake

near Belding in Ionia county.

The Dale Griffins of Stanwood

have returned home after 2 weeks

of vacation in Canada.

1962 The Ledger Food Center

in Howard City is closing as

owner Les Ledger has accepted

a position in a supermarket in

Grand Rapids.Larry Smith of Lakeview has

captured the $10 prize for under

14 fishermen by pulling in a

5-1/2 lb. 30-1/2 pike in a fishing

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1977 Local Lakeview State

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promoted to Det III Sergeant and

is presently located in Lansing.

Jim Wood, teach at Lakeview,was recently honored by the MEA

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OBITUARIES

Knute O. Shine Cotten Jr.Knute O. Shine Cotten, Jr., 85, of Sand Lake,

died Thursday, May 17, 2012, at home.Knute was born Sept. 13, 1926, in Heth, Ark.,

the son of Knute and Lottie (Wait) Cotten, Sr. Heworked for Shaw Crane Industries (Dresser Indus-tries) for 37 years. He enjoyed coin collecting andgardening. His true passion was nding dilapidat-ed tractors and bringing them to life and visiting

with neighbors and friends. He and his wife wereproud to be Ensley residents for 54 years and hadlived in Florida for the past 12 years.

Surviving are his children, Dennis (Jayne)Cotten of Grand Rapids and Debra (John) Castleof St. Cloud, Fla., Kathy (Dan) Butler of SandLake; grandchildren, Shannon Henderson, Jessi-ca Jansen, Kara McCarty, Sheryl Detrick, MelissaThompson, Denny Cotten and Kim Thompson;great-grandchildren, Devin and Taylor McCarty,Kennedy, James and John Henderson, Kaley, Al-lison and Alexis Jansen, Joshua, Noah and LaurenDetrick and Brenna, Savanah and Juliann Thomp-son; brothers, Harry (Carla) Cotten and Bill Cot-ten; sisters, Charlotte Ann (Tommy) Pearson,Betty Burns and Dorothy McClain; many niecesand nephews including a special niece, Barb Cot-ten. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie;son, Ollie; grandson, Kyle Boss; brothers, Charles,

Elmer and Floyd Cotten; and sisters, Helen An-derson and Ruth Peterson.

The family received friends at the Bliss-Wit-ters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs whereservices were held with Pastor James Uhe ofciat-ing. Interment North Ensley Cemetery. Memorialcontributions may be made to Heartland Hospice,Fremont.

Velma J. BehnkeVelma J. Behnke, 85, of Howard City, passed

away at her residence on May 19, 2012.She was born May 24, 1926, in Big Rapids,

the daughter of Ray and Rose (Lutjens) Endlein.During her working years she worked as an LPNfor many years, as well as helping her husband onthe farm. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran

Church.Surviving are her children, Nancy (Larry)

Hosington of Howard City, Barbara (Tim) Allesof Howard City, Bruce (Bonnie) Behnke of Ce-dar Springs and Gary (Joann) Behnke of CedarSprings; nine grandchildren and six great-grand-children; one brother, Donald Dunkelberg; onesister, Beatrice VanVorhees; and many nieces andnephews

She was preceded in death by her parents, andher husband, Frank in 1995.

Memorial services took place at Bethel Lu-theran church with pastor Steve Frentz ofciat-ing. Arrangements were entrusted to the Heck-man Funeral Home.

Scott A. GermainHOWARD CITY Scott A. Germain, 42, of

Howard City, passed away on May 21, 2012, atSpectrum Health-Kelsey Campus.

He was born on May 4, 1970, in Allegan, theson of Albert and Linda (Mabus) Germain. Dur-ing his working years, he worked as a truck driver.He enjoyed being outdoors and assisting at thegreenhouse. He enjoyed gambling, but most of allhe loved being with his family and friends.

In 2008, he married Michelle Roush, who sur-vives. Also surviving are his son, Lance, of Allegan;two step sons, Dakota and Brenden Armstrong, ofHoward City; one sister, Kelly Ann Germain, ofOtsego; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Hewas preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services took place at 1 p.m. on Sat-urday, May 26, 2012, at the Heckman FuneralHome with the Rev. Brad Brillhart ofciating andburial in the Coral Cemetery.

FREMONT The date for the2012 Mud Bowl Mania, mud volley-ball tournament has been official lyannounced Saturday, July 14 andregistration is now open.

Mud Bowl Mania is a mud vol-leyball tournament, and is aboutthe easiest and most fun way to getinvolved in helping those less for-tunate in your community. All pro-ceeds from Mud Bowl Mania will

help TrueNorth Community Servicesprevent hunger and homelessness,and provide meaningful mentoringopportunities for youth in NewaygoCounty.

Organizers expect up to 75 teamsto compete in the tournament this

year. There are only two divisions ofplay; one 18-and-under, and one 18-and-older adult open. Tournamentdivisions will be played on very mud-dy, beach-size courts. Teams mayconsist of at least four, or up to eightplayers, with up to six on the courtat a time. As this is a co-ed tourna-ment, at least two of the players onthe court at all times must be of theopposite sex. All players will receive

a Mud Bowl Mania T-shirt, and med-als will be awarded to the top teamsin each division.

In addition to the main event,there will be a community breakfastin the morning before the tourna-ment and a benefit drawing with a

number of great prizes including adeluxe Weber gas grill, a processedpig, a 10 Water Crest Kayak with twoguided river trips, and a $500 Wescogas card provided by Deur Dairy andLandheer Insurance. Spankys pizzaand world famous breadsticks, alongwith other affordable food and bev-erage items will be available on site,all day as well.

There is a flat-rate registrationprice this year of $150 per team, andALL registrations must be received(e-mailed or postmarked) by July 6,2012. For more information includ-ing registration forms visit www.mudbowlmania.com

On Saturday the 23rd, therst event is a free pancakebreakfast at Cowden Lake BibleAcademy at 8 a.m. The paradewill start at 11 a.m. with the line-up beginning at 9:30 a.m. (nopre-registration required). Thena barbecued chicken dinner willbe served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

($6 adults, $4 kids, and specialprice for families). Chari Milesand her group will perform old-

time gospel and patriotic musicto entertain the diners. She is alocal gal with quite a following.

There will be 3-on-3 basket-ball at the CLBA gym, a bucketbrigade relay, horseshoes, and asoapbox derby as competitionsduring the afternoon. Through-out the afternoon, 150 years of

memorabilia will be on display;crafters will have booths in thepark; and an antique village and

engine display will be open 1 to5 p.m. There also will be town-wide yard sales.

Arrangements have beenmade for some special en-tertainment. Joyce Leonard,Michigans Yodeling Sweet-heart, and Tumbleweed Philwill be appearing from 2 to 5

p.m. at Coral Park. Joyce andPhil bring you the best in tra-ditional country, western, and

gospel music. Joyce is an awardwinning yodeler and has manyfans all over Michigan. Gordonthe Magician will provide funfamily entertainment at 1 p.m.and again at 4 p.m. at the Fire-house. A great success with chil-dren and adults, he does magicand puppets. Then, from 7 to 9

p.m., West Michigans PremierCountry Band, Stolen Horses,will perform original, current,

and traditional country musiclive at Coral Park. They are avery popular group and, withtheir energy, connect well withthe crowd.

Bring lawn chairs for theseevents so you will be comfort-able during the performances.The schedule and events are

subject to change without no-tice. Come one, come all for agreat day of fun and history.

Coral Days 150th Anniversary Celebration

MUDBOWL MANIA 2012

MESSY FUN: One of the Mud Bowl Mania teams (The Arnold Palmers) at the end of the tournament lastyear.

Registration under way for Mud Bowl Mania

Gas card winnersAnderson Inursance Angency recently drew the

winners of two $50 gas card give-away, which it spon-sored at the 2012 Business Expo.

The rst winner was John Chadwick, and the sec-ond winner was Amy Platt.

Anderson Insurance would like to thank everyonewho stopped by its booth.

Newaygo Band participatesin MSBOA State Festival

On the afternoon of Friday, May 4, the Newaygo HighSchool Symphonic Band traveled to Big Rapids to participatein the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association StateFestival. Under the direction of Daniel Barnett, Newaygo per-formed Second Suite in F for Military Band by Holst, Move-

ment I and Movement II (Class AA music) and DeerpathDances by Holsinger.

The MSBOA State Festival is an opportunity for ensemblesfrom member schools to perform a program of three pieces foradjudication, one of which must be from MSBOAs requiredlist. Each group is evaluated by three performance judges andone sight-reading judge. Ensembles are rated on a scale from 1to 5 with 1 being the highest rating possible. The overall scoreis computed using a formula which combines the ratings ofeach judge. At the State level, ensembles are held to a higherlevel of musicianship in both the performance and sight-read-ing rooms. Only bands that displayed exemplary skills at thedistrict level are able to participate at the state level.

The Newaygo High School Symphonic Band left Big Rap-ids earning a Division 1 (Superior) rating from each perfor-mance judge and the sight-reading judge. Their overall scorewas an outstanding 1. Congratulations Newaygo High Schoolband members on this excellent performances.


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After many months of planning by theTri County 2012 Senior All-Nighter Par-ent Committee, the TC Senior All NightCelebration, an alcohol and drug freeevent, was held on May 17, immediatelyafter Tri County 2012 Senior class night.The event was well attended, by about 75percent of TCs class of 2012. The parentsheld many kinds of fundraisers, gath-ered donations from the community, andplanned all of the details for the venue

and entertainment for the evening, whichwas all kept a secret, to add more excite-ment and anticipation for the seniors whocould attend.

The evening began with two busloadsof TC seniors leaving TCHS for theirsurprise destination. The students wereexcited, singing songs like the wheelson the bus go round and round on theirway to their destination. After a littlemore than one hour, and a short delay atEvart McDonalds, they arrived at theirnal destination. The parents had chosenSpring Hill camp in Evart for their specialcelebration Carnival evening.

After a brief welcome, the studentsstarted their celebration with a variety offood. They all were able to feast on a subsandwich and taco bar, while they sur-veyed the area and the schedule for the

evening. Then, the students split theirtime for 2-3 hours participating in severalactivities that were unique to Spring Hill.They went down a Zipline, swam in a poolwith a special waterslide, climbed a RockWall, went on a special Johnny Jump andother climbing apparatuses. The studentsalso received beach towels and tee shirtsto wear, and have all of their friends sign,as the evening fun continued.

Meanwhile, the carnival games began,where students would earn tickets byparticipating, to use to put in containersnumbered for 20 different prizes. Theseprizes had been chosen by the parentcommittee, because they were items thatyoung adults would appreciate, simplyfor fun, or as they go off to college, or go

to work and nd their own place to live.These prizes ranged from gift certicates,

to electronics, from luggage to cameras.The students enjoyed the balloon-dartgame, football throw, stand the bottle, alarge blow up relay maze, mega-twister,candid fun photos and caricature artists,to name a few of the activities. Then, af-ter midnight, a DJ was there for severalhours of music and dancing fun, as thestudents were able to enjoy an ice creambar, along with other treats. The celebra-tion ended with two of the best eventsof the evening. A hypnotist entertainedthe crowd with some magic and by hyp-notizing 14 students, with entertainingfunny imaginary situations that every-one could really appreciate. Everyonewas wide-awake and were amazed byhow their fellow classmates acted; it was

very funny. Finally, the evening endedwith the awarding of the 20 large prizes,

along with a bag of special gifts for everysenior who attended. These gifts includeda drawstring backpack, some gift cards, aash drive, a portable cooler tote and fold-able laundry hamper. The students werepleasantly surprised to be honored withall of these gifts by the parents and com-munity. Since the TC Senior All-nighterhas ended, we have received many thankyou emails and Facebook messages fromstudents and parents alike. Thank youfor special night to remember was saidby several students, and is an indicationthat the evening was a huge success.

Now that the event is over, due tothe parents planning and the generos-ity of the community, there are still somefunds remaining after all of the bills have

been paid. Therefore, the committee hasdecided to donate approximately $300

to the TC Senior Class charity DevosChildrens Hospital, as well as to the classitself, to use for its 5-year class reunion.Finally, the TC 2012 Senior All Night par-ent committee would really like to thankall the parents, businesses, Tri Countystaff and the Montcalm County Drug FreeCollaborative, for all of your donations offunds, gifts, time or simply sharing yourideas, which helped us make this eveninga success. We know that our TC Classof 2012 was special, and everyone whohelped us reach our goal is proof of whata wonderful community we have.

Submitted by: Linda Bradley, TriCounty 2012 Senior All-nighter ParentCommittee President.

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MONDAY,MAY28,2012RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 7COMMUNITY NEWS

2012 Michigan Notable Authorcomes to Howard City

Scott Sparling, author of Wire to Wire, will be speakingat the Timothy C Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library,Howard City at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 7. This program isopen to the public and free of charge. Sparlings novel wasrecently named a 2012 Michigan Notable Book.

Wire to Wire is Sparlings rst novel. It is a tale offriendship and loss, and creates a portrait of Northern Mich-igan in the 1970s. While riding atop a freight car through De-troit, Michael Slater is nearly killed when his head touches apower line. After recovering, he hopes to spend his life qui-etly in the desert; but when he nearly kills a man he returnsto Michigan, seeking out his old train-hopping pal, only tond that his problems follow.

Sparling grew up in the Jackson area and graduated fromAntioch College in Ohio. He now lives outside Portland, Ore-gon, with his wife and son. In the 1970s and early 80s, Spar-ling rode freight trains across the United States and Canada.Parts of Wire to Wire grew out of those travels. Sparlingalso runs Segerle.com, a popular website about the musicof Bob Seger.

Publishers Weekly praised Sparlings debut as wellcrafted and thrilling, tying together an obvious love for bothMichigan and railroads with an expert sense of timing andplot.

Copies of Wire to Wire will available for purchase andautographing following his presentation. Refreshments also

will be served.

Porter named to honor societyWyoming Eric Porter of How-

ard City was inducted into the NationalTechnical Honor Society (NTHS) at ITTTechnical Institute on May 4. Induct-ees are recognized for their scholasticachievement, attendance, and workethic.

NTHS is committed to various com-munity service projects including men-toring fellow students, helping veteransthrough the DA Blodgett Program in ad-

dition to ongoing food and clothing drives.Porter is working on his associates of applied sciences de-

gree in information technology computer network systems.

Independent Bank announcesGrand Giveaway winners

IONIA Independent Bank is proud to announce thewinners o f its Grand Giveaway Sweepstakes for the monthof May:n Edith T. from Alpena

n Timothy C. from CMUnMichael K. from LeslienWilliam K. from Oscodan James R. from OscodaFor the remainder of 2012, Independent Bank will be

giving away ve $1,000 prizes each month. Every time cus-tomers swipe their debit card they are entered to win. Simplyby using their debit card for everyday purchases like a cup ofcoffee, gas or groceries, they have a chance at adding $1,000to their bank account.

The Sweepstakes are a fun way for Independent Bank tothank its customers for using their debit cards. Each monthany one of our debit card customers could win. It could be acollege student or a local business person its completelyrandom. Plus, the prize of $1,000 can make a big impact onsomeones budget. We are excited about the contest becauseits a great way for us to re-invest in our communities andpay it forward to our customers, said Independent BanksMarketing Director Tricia Raquepaw.

To ask us about our $1,000 Grand Giveaway ($1,000Debit Card and Point of Sale Monthly Cash Giveaway Sweep-stakes), stop by your local ofce, call (800) 355-0641 or visitIndependentBank.com to learn more.

Dancing Plus Annual RevueDancing Plus students from Cedar Springs and sur-

rounding areas will be presenting their annual revue entitledBorn To Dance. They have been practicing and perfectingtheir tap, ballet, jazz, gymnastics, ag and hip hop routinessince last September in anticipation of this special event.The production will take place in full costume at 1 p.m. onSaturday, June 2 at the Cedar Springs High School Audito-rium. All seats are reserved. Tickets are only $11. They areavailable at Dancing Plus and at the door.

PORTER

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TO THE EDITOR:

Today my elderly aunt lost her home in ahouse re. This could have been preventedthrough simply cleaning the dryer vent duct-

work.She had had health issues for a number of

years and was living there off and on by herself.As such, this isnt something you think aboutcleaning.

She was extremely lucky to have a workingsmoke alarm and a second exit in her homehad recently been cleared for a possible emer-gency.

Im writing this in the hopes that otherpeople out there who have elderly family liv-ing alone will stop in and check on them. Makesure their smoke alarms are working, check theexits to be sure that they can get out in case ofan emergency and clean the lint of the duct-work for the dryer. There are other things thatshould also be checked and a quick visit to yourlocal re department could be life saving.

The years of memories lost in a re cant bereplaced and neither can a life.

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The Stage Door Players are proud tohost a convention of romance writersand their fans. Five authors have beennominated for the Loveknot Awardfor the Best Romance of the Year. Thenominated authors are:

Hattie Glick (Denise Gray of WhiteCloud), Priscilla and Veronica Em-berly ( Mary Unger of Howard City),Chet Farquirk (David Schmuker of Bel-mont), Edith Crumpowski ( Peggy Snellof Rockford) and Lady Dorothy Knolls( Tammy Reagan of Howard City).Benton Fish (Ken Busch), the editor ofHeartthrob Books is the Master of Cer-emonies.

My Fatal Valentine begins almostimmediately in this audience par-ticipation murder/mystery by EileenMoushey. Contributing to the may-hem are Maynard Glick (Ken Koning

of Newaygo), Mitzi Mooney (MillianneLewis of Pierson), Martha Crumpow-ski (Dorothy Galicki of Howard City).Providing security for the evening isJane Forthright (Shelly VandePanne ofHoward City) the no nonsense Head ofSecurity for Heartthrob Books.

The play will be performed at theEdgar Farms on M-46 at Gravel RidgeRoad. Maude Petry (Shirley Corner ofNewaygo ) has the festivities planed for7 p.m. on June 1 and 2. She has a won-derful dinner and local talent plannedfor the evening. Reservations are amust. Please purchase your tickets for$25 at Firstbank or Uptown Hair De-sign in Lakeview. In Howard City tick-ets are available at Firstbank and Kindle& Company. For more information callStage Door Theater at (231) 689-5437.

Photographycontest

Firstbank recently held itsannual photography contest.This years contest was fash-

ioned to beneft the PanhandleArea Chamber of Commerceand its logo depicting Lakes,Farms, Trails, and Forests. Any-one could submit a photo ineach category. The only require-ment was the photos had to betaken in the four township Pan-handle Area. There were over60 photos submitted and werevoted on by the general public.We would like to congratulatethe winners in each category.Forests Mollie Vanderbos,Lakes Angela McCane, Trails Scott Randle, Farms An-gela McCane. We look forwardto next years contest.

Stage Door Players topresent a dinner/theater

You dont need a will. Well, probably, you dont

need a will.

Its a common misconception that if you dont have

a will or a trust or any other estate plan, your stuff

will go to the state of Michigan when you die. It

will not. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

Well, probably nothing.

When you die with no will, Michigans default

statute rules. That statute has been on the books for

many years. It was drafted by the Legislature with

the help of estate planners and trust lawyers, with

input from representatives of several communities

and associations with the interests of our more elder

citizens in mind. So probably the default statute will

take care of distributing your stuff through probate

if you die without a will.

But the problem is that it might not. No default leg-

islation can perfectly predict every family structure

and the wishes of family members who die without

a will. For example, with no will your estate passes

to your spouse. However if you dont have a spouse,

it passes in equal shares to your children, which

would include children born during your marriage,

and children adopted by you. But if youre a man

who fathered a child while you were not married to

the mother, without a will that child might end up in

a fight with her siblings over your estate.

If youd had a child with your wife before you gotmarried but your name didnt make it to the childs

birth certificate and you and your wife die in the

same accident, then your parents can try to step in to

take your stuff if you die without a will. Your child

might have to fight for what youd hope shed in-

herit. Probably that will lead to a probate lawsuit.

If you had children from your first marriage, and

your wife had had children from her first marriage,

then you two had a child together (more and more a

common scenario), and then your wife died? Prob-

ably you wont like it that you dont get all of her

stuff because she died without a will. Youll get so

much off the top, but youll have to share the rest

with her 2 children and your child together.

When Aunt Clarice, who never married or had chil-

dren, dies without a will at age 88, perhaps you ex-

pect to receive the larger share of her estate. Her

house is worth $85,000. She has a chunk of change

in CDs. You and your spouse have taken care of her

the last 8 years. Perhaps you even retired early to

take care of Aunt Clarice. She promised you shed

remember you in her will. So youre expecting what

you think is a fair chunk. But imagine your surprise

when you learn that Aunt Clarice didnt remember

to make out a will. You wont be happy that her es-

tate will be split by default statute rather unequally

among you, your three siblings, Aunt Clarices threeliving siblings, and Aunt Clarices three deceased

siblings 8 children. Bottom line? You could receive

only 1/15th of her estate, perhaps just $10,000 for

all your years of sacrifice for her, instead of what

she had promised you. Probably youll end up in a

probate lawsuit fighting all your relatives.

From the moment you have a dependent a spouse,

child, grandchild, or other who depends on you

you owe it to your family to set down your wish for

how to divide your property and debts when you

die. Save them the anger and frustration of hav-

ing to take the shares that the default law will give

them. Save them from probate, and law suits and

family discord that never goes away.

If nothing else, the Michigan legislature has passed

a law that helps people prepare their own wills. Goto www.michigan.gov and search for the statutory

will. Fill it out. Take it to the bank and sign it before

a notary.

Put your will in your will and end up a winner.

Because if you have no children or descendants or

heirs and no will, then and only then, your estate

will in fact go to the state - probably.

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Jeanne Jerow practices Estate and Trust Planning (Certificate),

Adoptions, Probate, Business Law, Property law, extensively in

Divorce & Custody, Auto Accidents, Bankruptcy. Remember,

because you read it here, its not your personal legal advice.

Dont depend on it.

No Will Will WinBy Jeanne L. Jerow, Attorney, Counselor, Mediator Howard City

On behalf of

the Hayden familywe would like to thank all of you for the

wonderful outpouring of support. You have

been placed in our lives at a time we need

you most. Many have asked what they can

do to help. Several have started to organize

fundraisers to help with the cost of being

away from home, surgeries, and treatment of

the cancer. Words cant express our gratitude.

For those who have asked about helping with fundraisers, we would

like to have you call one of the numbers below to assist or find out

more details. Flyers will be posted around Pierson, Sand Lake, and

Howard City as the dates are closer. The following are dates we have

organized or are in the process of organizing: Bow Shoot: sponsored

by the Rustic and Larry Rhoades, June 9th, a baseball tournament is

being organized, and a family day is being organized both for some

time in June/July. Again please call if you wish to assist in any way.There will be jars in local businesses for donations as well. There is a

fund set up at Independent Bank if you would like to donate.

Numbers to contact: Judy Amacher 231-250-4144and Susan Amacher 231-937-7126

With Grateful Hearts,

The Hayden Family


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CROTON TOWNSHIP

BOARD MEETINGApril 9, 2012

Meeting called to order at 7:00 p.m.

Pledge of Allegiance led by Supervisor Jean Howarth

Members Present: Morgan Heinzman, Debbra Wright, Christine Hadley, and Jean Howarth. Chris Ortwein i s absent.

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve the bills presented by the clerk, treasurers report and minutes. All inFavor, motion passed.

No Petitions or Correspondence at this time

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

Maintenance Docks are almost done at the Campground, pipes have been fixed and water samples are in. #1 wellneeds upgrades.

Fire Dept. 19 fire calls last month. Everything has been pretty quiet for the most part. Bids are being sought for park-ing lot re-seal.

No public comment on agenda items

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve Resolution 2012-07 General Appropriations Act. Roll call vote. Ayes:Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein.

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to approve Resolution 2012-08 Supervisory Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hein-zman, Wright, and Hadley. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Howarth.

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd J. Howarth to approve the Resolution 2012-09 Treasurers Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hei-nzman, Howarth, and Wright. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Hadley.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve the Resolution 2012-10 Clerks Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Hadley,Heinzman, and Howarth Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein, and Wright.

Motion D. Wright, 2nd C. Hadley to approve the Resolution 2012-11 Trustee Salary. Roll call vote. Ayes: Wright, Had-ley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein and Heinzman.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to table Resolution 2012-12 Campground Rules till the next meeting. All in favor,motion passed.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve up to $1700.00 for the Planning Commission Survey Project. Roll callvote. Ayes: Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd by J. Howarth to table the Resolution for the library till next meeting.

All in favor, motion passed.

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd D. Wright to approve the bid for Andersons Well Drilling in the amount of $1990.75 forthe campground well. Roll call vote. Ayes: Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain:Ortwein.

Motion M. Heinzman, 2nd C. Hadley to table the Transfer Station backhoe repair till next meeting. All in favor, motionpassed.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd J. Howarth to approve D and B Brining for the 2012 Season. All in favor, motion passed.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to approve the Campground budget for 2012-13 fiscal year. Roll call vote. Ayes:Heinzman, Wright, Hadley, and Howarth. Nays: none. Absent/Abstain: Ortwein.

Public Commented at this time.

Motion C. Hadley, 2nd M. Heinzman to adjourn the meeting. All in favor, motion passed.

Meeting to Adjourn at 7:45 p.m.

Respectfully,Submitted byDebbra WrightCroton Township Clerk

Recorded by,Traca BartholomewCroton Township Recording Secretary

REYNOLDS TOWNSHIPRegular Meeting of the Board

215 E. Edgerton St., P.O. Box 69, Howard City, MI

Meeting Date: May 10, 2012

Called to order: 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance given.Members present: Supervisor Keith Grannis, Clerk Tina Porzondek, Trea-surer Roger Stedman, Trustee Lee Olsen, Trustee Ann Yanke

Action Items:Motion to approve consent agenda containing previous minutes, special

meeting minutes, treasurers report, zoning report, fire report and policereport by Porzondek, second by Olsen. 5 ayes, approved. Reports postedin the township hall.

Discussion Items:

Clerk Porzondek gave an update from Consumers Energy. The streetlightat Timerland Dr. and Blackhawk Tr. will be installed this summer. Installationwill be complete prior to the start of the school year.

Treasurer Stedman reported that Reynolds Township Clean-Up Day is June2, 2012 from 8 a.m.-noon at the Pierson Landfill. Residents do not need toget a pass prior to Clean-Up day. Residents will be required to show proof

of residency and/or proof of land ownership at the landfill.

Trustee Yanke and Clerk Porzondek attended the Michigan Township Asso-ciations workshop that addressed the top ten legal issues for townships.

Supervisor Grannis attended the Montcalm Alliance meeting and providedinformation about grants available to assist with brownfield clean-up.

Supervisor Grannis reported that the executive committee was providedwith the Village-Township Joint Master Plan draft.

Supervisor Grannis brought the board up to date on the Daggett Rd. guard-

rail project. Partial road closures on Daggett Rd. expected in late July. Theincreased truck traffic on Almy Rd. due to construction on US 131 will beaddressed by the Montcalm County Road Commission.

Clerk Porzondek provided information about the Military and OverseasVoter Empowerment Act (MOVE).

Treasurer Stedman commented that the tax and assessment software willneed to be updated to reflect P.A.115 of 2012 changes to primary residenceexemption dates.

The Reynolds Township board wishes to thank Dennis Stewart, Command-er of the Howard City VFW Post for his donation of a flag and flagpole.

Public Comment: None

Adjourned: 7:26 p.m.

Next Meeting: June 14, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. 215 E. Edgerton St. Howard

City

For more information call the township office at 231-937-6739 or check ourwebsite www.montcalm.org/reynolds.twp

Meeting in Brief:

Maple Valley Township Board Regular MeetingMay 14, 2012

Board Present: Kain, Sanders, Miller, Betten, PetersenBoard Absent: None

Action Items:

Regular Minutes of April 9, 2012 were read and approved with correction.

MOTION Betten 2nd Petersen to accept the treasurers report as read. Mo-tion Passed.

MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to have Hanshues Custom Siding do the roofat Trufant Fire Barn for $6,044.22 and Coral Fire Barn for $1,500 total

$7544.22. Motion Passed.MOTION Sanders 2nd Miller to have Abe Hatt Construction do cemeteryroof in Coral for $1733.71 and Trufant cemetery roof for $1200 with a total of$2933.71. Motion Passed

MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to pay Lakeview Band $100 for Memorial Dayservice. Motion Passed.

MOTION Betten 2nd Miller to pay a Pastor $50 for Memorial Day service.Motion Passed

MOTION Petersen 2nd Miller to pay John Kain up to $68 for ice cream forband. Motion Passed.

MOTION Petersen 2nd Kain to give a $500 donation to the Coral Day 150year celebration committee. Motion Passed.

MOT ION Petersen 2nd Kain to pay bill s as presented Ck # 4742 through Ck# 4786 in the amount of $17,467.65 also electronic transfer of $647.26 for atotal of $18,114.91. Motion Passed.

MOTION Petersen 2nd Kain to have Dan Lake work with John Schwandt onmaintenance at the Trufant Complex. Motion Passed.

Items of Interest

Discussed Special Use Public Hearing, parking, gravel roads, weeds and

DEQ and the annual meeting date.

Election August 7, 2012 Fire and Road Millage on ballot. Please considerboth.

Next Regular Meeting:

June 11, 2012 at 7 pm in the Coral Community Center.Complex Meeting 7 pm last Sunday at Maple Valley ComplexFull Minutes: Clerk Shirley Sanders at 231-354 -6774 or 354-6496

WINFIELD TOWNSHIP CLEAN-UP DAYRESIDENTS ONLY

Proof of residency required: Drivers license,

voter registration or property tax statement.

JUNE 2, 2012 8 am to NoonAt Larsen-Keeler Park

NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ACCEPTED

NO PAINT, NO OIL, NO YARD WASTE,

NO TIRES, NO MATTRESS OR BOX SPRINGSCAN TAKE BATTERIES

Questions call Dan Kanouse 616-446-2017 or

Phyllis Larson 231-762-4342

PIERSON TOWNSHIP CLEAN-UP DAYWHEN: SATURDAY, June 2nd, 2012

8:00 AM 12:00 NOON

WHERE: CENTRAL SANITARY LANDFILL

21545 CANNONSVILLE ROAD(ACROSS FROM THE TOWNSHIP HALL)

AMOUNT: ONE PICK-UP TRUCK OR SMALL TRAILEREntry Ticket: Proof of Residency or Property Ownership

UNACCEPTABLE MATERIALSHousehold Hazardous Waste; Oil Base Paint; Paint Thinners andCleaners; Bleaches; Ammonia, Pesticides, Insecticides; Most LiquidWaste; Used Motor Oil; Batter ies; All Yard Waste.

ACCEPTABLE MATERIALSAppliances with Freon removed, must have EPA sticker and asigned Evacuation Form.

NO TIRES UNLESS CUT IN HALF( in any direction)

TCAS ACCEPTING BIDS USED VAN

Tri County Area Schools is accepting bids on One (1) 1995 Ford

Windstar 7 Passenger Van. Van is being sold As Is, and is avail-

able to be viewed at TCAS Transportation Dept., 424 Emory Street,

Howard City, MI, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 6:00

am 5:00 p.m. Sealed bids must be clearly marked Van Bid and

must be received by Monday, June 4, 2012 by 1:00 p.m., at the

TCAS Transportation Dept., 424 Emory Street, Howard City, MI

49329. Bid opening will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, June

4, 2012.

Vehicle must be removed at owners expense no later than 5:00p.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012. If you have questions regarding this

van please contact TCAS Transportation Director, Linda Dixon at

(231) 937-4386 or stop in and ask for Linda or Jim.

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Cedar Springs Sand Lake Howard City Morley Amble Gowen Trufant Coral Kent City Grant Bailey

Newaygo White Cloud Croton/Hardy Pierson Lakeview

Area Happenings run free of charge for non-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:New Open Meeting: 11 Step Spiritual Group (we use the Life RecoveryBible) Mondays 6pm at Resurrection Church in Newaygo. 2nd entrance,conference room. Call Val or Fred S. 231-937-8049.

The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing,as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For moreinformation or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 831-3644, Mondaythrough Friday.

Michigan Chapter of Pilots for Christ - We provide free air and groundservice for those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargotransportation. www.pilotsforchristmi.com or call 616-636-5523.

A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of eachmonth (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms atCarson City Hospital. For more information, contact Ellen at 989-330-4091.

Newaygo Countys newest Cancer Support Group - Whether you havebeen recently diagnosed, in treatment or living beyond your cancer, meet withothers to share and offer hope for one another. Last Thursday of every monthfrom 6:30 until 8:30 at Living Hope Physical Therapy, 977 W. 72nd St. (M-82),

Newaygo, MI. For more information contact Deb Kaminski, 231-924-7013.

Emotions Anonymous (EA) - Meetings every Wednesday, 1pm, MiracleDrop-In Center, 310 E. Main St., Stanton. Everyone is welcome. No dues orfees. Emotions Anonymous offers a twelve step program to help people copewith stress in daily living and to live a healthier emotional life. Info call Carol(989)831-8778.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): Newaygo. Weigh in 5:30-6:10pmon 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 on Aging. Weighin 5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. Lakeview,

New Life United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays,meeting 6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. Lakeview, New Life United MethodistChurch. Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. EastM-46. Sand Lake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am onTuesdays, meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. Howard City, HowardCity VFW Hall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:15-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. Firstmeeting free. For information call 231-937-4441.

Grief Recovery Support Group Weekly Meetings Tuesdays 9:30-11:00am,Pierson Bible Church, ministries building, 101 Grand St., Pierson, Michigan.Call 636-5542 or 636-5680 for info.

Emphysema Support Group Meetings 2nd Tuesday of month, 5:30pm,Health Department, White Cloud.

Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-6:30pm Womens-Open, 7:00pm Mens-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&1212 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-AllOpen-9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of Addictions-Open. Contact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers

meeting, 7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 NewellStreet, 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. Contact 689-6553, Marge.

Drug Problem? Narcotics Anonymous Now Meeting on Thursdays, 7pm,United Methodist Church, 1125 Newell St., White Cloud. (C, NS, BT)

Newaygo Al-Anon Meeting, 7:30pm, Monday. 18 Justice St., next to St.Marks Episcopal Church, behind City Hall.

Teen 12-Step Meeting Seventh Day Adventist-Baptist Church, 984 WilcoxStreet, White Cloud (next to the Teen Center) Tuesday 7:00-8:00pm.

Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault 24 Hour Crisis Line: If you are livingwith physical, emotional, or verbal abuse, Call 1-800-374-WISE. ServingMecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: If you think you have a problem drinking,please call. Let no disabilities keep you away. We are accessible to you - 652-5574. O = Open Meeting, C = Alcoholics Only.

CEDAR SPRINGS: East Nelson United Methodist Church. 9024 18 Mile Rd.between Tisdel & Keller Ave. Saturdays at 10am. Open meeting, AA - Alanon.

Non Smoking. Call Sandy M. 616-696-3205.

SPARTA: Sparta United Methodist Church, Monday 7:00pm; Monday,7:30pm, Frank 678-4534, Wednesdays, 12noon, Harold 678-7508, Wednesdays,8:00pm, Anggie 887-9952; Sparta Baptist Church, Fridays 7:30pm, Roger 887-8508 (Spanish Speaking)

SAND LAKE: Sand Lake Alcoholics Anonymous/NA: (AA/NA ClosedMeeting - Women Only). Sand Lake United Methodist Church (Bldg next tothe church), corner of Maple Street and Sixth Street, Tuesday at 7:00pm. (frontdoor entrance). Sand Lake, open meeting, Mondays 7pm at St. Marys CatholicChurch, Sand Lake.

CROTON-HARDY: New Croton Township Hall, 5833 Division, Fri. 8pm -C; Sun. 7pm - O

HOWARD CITY: VFW Hall, 1/2 mile south of Howard City, Larry 616-723-5081, Wed. 7:30pm - O

GRANT: Community Bldg., 105 S. Front- 678-7508, Wed. 7:00pm - O.; Sun.7:00pm - O

FREMONT: St Johns Episcopal, 124 Sullivan TUES., WEDS. & FRI.: Noon-O;NCCS Building, 6308 S. Warner First SAT. of the month 6:30 Potlock 7:30Speaker - O, SUN. 11:00am - O; Fremont Christian Church, 10 E. Elm MON. -THURS. 12 Noon - O TUES. Al-Anon: 8:00pm SAT. 11AM - O.

Al-Anon: Tues. 8pm; Al-A teen: Tues. 8pm

NEWAYGO: St. Bartholomew Church, NS, 599 Brooks - Basement - John924-8027, 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 (3rd

Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluckdinner 6:30p, speaker meeting 7:30p, with game night following); Sun. 1:00pm,7:30pm (O).

WHITE CLOUD: Mental Health Bldg. - Basement, 1049 Newell - 689-1779-Non-Smoking, Mon. & Wed. 8pm - C

SELF-HELP GROUP FOR EMOTIONAL OR MENTAL PROBLEMS: Is your ability to function and live a normal life impaired because you have anemotional or mental problem? Is stress, depression, anger, anxiety, panic attacks,substance abuse or fear getting in the way of you being able to really live?

Newaygo County meeting, Fridays, 5:00pm, United Methodist Church, 240Williams Street, White Cloud. For more information, call 689-7330, or toll-free, 1-800-968-7330.

Cub Scout Pack 3323 meets Mondays 5:45-6:45 at the Sand Lake VFW. Boys

ages 7-11 or grades 1-5 welcome. Call Sarah 616-799-0206 or Eric 616-799-0875(leave message).

Old fashioned square dance - Howard City VFW $5/mo, year round, Monday1-4pm, Potluck at 2:15pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Lakeview Seniors Come early (1:00) for cards, games, refreshments andsocial time. The LV Seniors meet the 1st Tuesday of each month. Come join us,bring a friend.

Life Style Change, Weight loss etc @ Natures Atrium every Tues 6:30pm-7:30pm Call 231-937-9370.

Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, and informativediscussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 4th Tuesday ofevery month at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) CallBonnie @ 231-823-8002.

Celebrate Recovery - For everyone with a hurt, habit or hang up. Every Wed.,night 6:30-8:30 at Lakeview Community Church 989-332-6477.

Hospice of Michigan Offers Living on Support Group 2nd Wednesdayof each month from 2:00pm 3:00pm at Veras House located at 18 Justice Stin Newaygo. For more information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or800-837-3630.

The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd Wednesday ofmonth, 7:00pm, @ H.C. Municipal Village Building Council Room. Volunteersare needed. Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Mecosta County Sheriffs Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday of eachmonth in the basement of the Mecosta County Jail. Looking for new members.

For more information call (231) 796-0966.Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group: We Meet every Thursday atGreenville Community Church. Dinner at 5:30pm, Worship at 6pm, Group at7pm. Any one wishing to only come for group is more than welcome to do that.Call 616-824-5130 or 616-894-0840 for more information.

Free Clothing for those in need - Seventh Day Adventist Church, 8060M-46, Lakeview, in the Community Building behind the church. Thursdaysfrom 1-4pm.

Free Western Square Dance Lessons - Newaygo St. Bartholomews Church -Thursday 3:30pm-6:00pm. Call Carole (231)652-6183.

Pierson Outdoor Market: 21751 Cannonsville Rd., Pierson - 8am-? - 2012dates will be every Fri., and the 1st Sat., of every month. Call Stacy at 616-636-8677, or stop in to Sticks-N-Stones Etc. for more information.

Fish Fry every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5 - 7pm at the Howard City VFWPost 3306, 1001 S. Ensley Rd.

Bingo - ongoing every Fri. night at Renner Lobker VFW Post # 3306, 1001Ensley St., Howard City. Doors open at 5pm, sales begin at 5:30 and game beginsat 6:30. Everyone Welcome!

Stitch Friday at Heritage United Methodist Church into your craftcalendar Sew Happy meets from 10am - 3pm. Not into sewing? It mattersnot if you stitch or knit, paint or iron. Pack your machine, project(s) and ideasand thread your way on over. Youll fit into the pattern of fellowship just fine.Pack a dish to pass in your brown bag. A question just weaved into your mind?Call Debbie Castle at 231-354-6910 or email [email protected], one

and all welcome, wed be Sew Happy to see you.Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Dr,

Newaygo 2nd Saturday of the month 8am-Noon 231-856-4641.

Gospel Jam @ Grace Community Church 9920 Reed Rd, Howard City, MI 4thSaturday of each month from 6pm to 8pm in the fellowship hall. For more info,please call the church @ 231-937-6440 or Gene @ 231-937-2036.

Bingo every Sunday at the Greenville American Legion Post #101, from 1pm-6pm, doors open at 11am. 1320 W. Washington St. (M-57).

Every Sunday Sheridan VFW Post 5065 FREE Veterans Breakfast forVeterans and/or wives (companions) or widows at 209 W Washington 7:30am-8:45am.

Gifts from the Heart free clothing ministry serving the great people ofNewaygo County area. Bring your tax free donations to Res. Life Church,

Newaygo, on the 3rd Sun. of every month from 10:30am-1pm. Distributionon the 3rd Tues. of every month from 3pm-5pm, bring your own bag. For moreinformation regarding volunteering, donating or distribution, please call Jackieat 231-652-4905. You may also view detailed information at www.resonline.orgor visit Res. Life Church during office hours, Mon-Thurs. 9am-3pm and pick upyour own copy of all the instructions.

Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, open 7 daysa week. Call Karen West 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule of events. Noonlunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.

Library Happenings:$1.00 a bag Book Sale - The Friends of the Croton Township Library arehaving a $1/bag book sale from now until June 1st. The sale is in the CommunityRoom at the Library in Croton.

Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Book Store re-opening Memorialweekend, at Newaygo City Hall. Open Memorial Weekend, Labor DayWeekend, special events and every Friday from June 6 till mid Oct., from 11am to5pm. 100s of books at bargain prices. Proceeds to benefit the new Library fund.

The Timothy C. Hauenstien Reynolds Township Library will be havingToddler Time every Monday morning at 11am. There will be stories, crafts,songs and activities for the toddlers. Toddler Time is for children ages 18 months- 3 years old. If you have any questions please call the library at 231-937-5575.

The Friends of the Grant Area District Library meet at 10am on the thirdTuesday of the month in the Community Room. All interested persons arewelcome to attend. The library is located at 122 Elder St. in Grant.

The Friends of the Croton Township Library meet the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm at the library. Please come if interested in helping yourlocal library.

The Friends of Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library meetthe 2nd Wednesday of the month at 9:30am in the community room at thelibrary. We welcome you to join us for food, fellowship and an opportunity tocontribute to the well being of our local library. The library is located at 117 W.Williams St., Howard City, MI 49329. Phone 231-937-5575.

Friends of the White Cloud Community Library meet monthly, the firstThursday at 1:00 p.m. The library is located at 1038 Wilcox in White Cloud.Everyone is welcome.

Shelf Life Book Club - meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 PM at theTamarack District Library in Lakeview. Book titles are published in the Shelf LifeBook Club brochure and on the Monthly Event Flyers at the library.

Wiggles and Giggles - is a toddler story time program, at 10:30 AM every Fridayat the Tamarack District Library in Lakeview that brings stories, songs, crafts andactivity to your child.

The Newaygo Area Friends of the Library Bookstore, at Newaygo CityHall, is now closed until Memorial Day Weekend. Hundreds of books at BargainPrices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.

Upcoming Events:Original Gospel Jamboree, May 26, 2012 - 6:30 Potluck - 7pm Music -Amazing Grace Acres Church, M37 & Woodland Park Dr., Brohman. Featuring:

Nate and Friends, Faith Gospel Team, Lucky Fulton M.C., Everyone Welcome!

The annual Howard City/Tri County High School reunion will be held at6pm on May 26, at Heritage United Methodist Church, 19931 Kendaville Rd.,Pierson. The cost for the banquet is $15 per person. The evening will begin withpunch and fellowship at 6pm, dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Call Vicky Paulenat 231-937-5190 for reservations.

Forestry Discovery, Sunday, May 27, 2pm-4pm, What does it take to becomea forester? Participants will practice the skills that foresters use including treeidentification with a key and determining a trees health, size and age. (4 yearsold and up) Donations of $5/person, $4/seniors, $15/family of four or more.Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.

Music by the Pond 2012, Location: Gazebo next to Curtis Pond, Sheldon St.,Edmore. When: Sun., evenings at 6:30pm on May 27, June 24, July 29 and Aug.,26. Please bring your own lawn chair or blankets. In case of rain all shows will bemoved into the Curtis Building.

13th Annual Amble Motorcycle Group Charity Ride. Sunday, May 27at the Amble Roadhouse, 9490 Main St., Amble, MI. $15 per driver, $10 perpassenger, includes: ride, pig roast, 2 bands and all the fun you can stand. $10per person for dinner and party only. Door prices, 50/50 drawings, prize raffles,Sign up 10am, Ride leaves NOON Sharp. No minors, rain gear recommended,

camping available. Proceeds to the Helping Hands Food Pantry, Howard City.To donate time, $, materials or vendors, call Tracy at 616-218-0810 or 989-352-5077.

The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the followinglocations to distribute free food to individuals and families in need. Most fooddistributions take approximately one hour. Please do not arrive more than 30minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bring your own container to hold50 lbs. of food. You will check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated: Tues.,May 29, 5pm, River Valley Community Church, Newaygo; Fri., June 1, 10am,St. Joseph Catholic Church, White Cloud - Sponsored by Local Area Churches;Sat., June 2, 10am, Pine Grove Community Church, Croton/Howard City; Sat.,

June 2, 1pm, Grant Wesleyan Church, Grant - Call to Pre-Register 231-834-7222; Mon., June 4, 5pm, Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont; Sat.,June 9, 9:30am, First Christian Reformed Church, Fremont.

Pine Grove Community Church Senior Lunch: Lunch Days a comin, thecook crews a hummin. Mas got this tasty menu planned, featuring, ScallopedMacaroni and Ham. Now I dont know what the rest of the menu may be. Butknowin Ma, the taste of it will surely please. So my friends age 60, also those whoare more, I encourage you to come thru our door. At Noon the 30th of May, thenfor some Bingo please stay. Where O where you beseech? Why right here on ourcorner of M-82 and Beech.

Sat., June 2nd, Russell H. Gilbert Memorial Kids Free Fishing Day. Ages3-16 only can register. 8:30am register, poles in water at 9:30am. Bring the familyand enjoy a free event. Kids bring your poles, tackle and bait. Register to winprizes. Donuts, juice, coffee, water, hot dogs, chips and pop will be provided.Location: Lake White Cloud (Millpond) James Street, White Cloud. New thisyear, White River Longbeards will be having a shooting range. We are a non-profit organization. Join us on our website [email protected] orwww.facebook.com/russellGilbert kids free fishing.

Ooey Gooey Day - Sunday, June 3rd, 1pm-3pm. Learn to craft/make funslimy play-dough, silly putty creatures and fun items that your children can makeand take home. Best suited for children ages 3-8 years old (all ages welcome) wearplay clothes for messes to be made. For allergy concerns - flour, starch, salts, oils,coloring, Elmers glue. Donations of $6 per child. Howard Christensen NatureCenter, 16190 Red Pine, Kent City.

The Gleaner Grand Arbor #733 would like to invite the Sand Lakecommunity to a flag raising ceremony to honor our flag on June 9, 2012at 10am at the Sand Lake Library in Sand Lake. If you love your flag and country,please come and join us. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony.

Hookin Up Heroes: A Military Veteran Appreciation Event. 5 stop, 100mile Charity Motorcycle Ride, Military Pro/Am fishing tournament on HardyPond, Tournament Weigh-in Ceremony, Military Fly Over. June 9th, startingat Newaygo Sportsman Club, 7951 Elm Ave. Opening at 7am for breakfast andregistration. 5 pigs will be roasted in a competition with 5 teams, each representinga branch of the Military, live music, raffles and door prizes. All proceeds donatedto the Brain Injury Association of Michigan (BIAMI - Veterans Program)Contact information: Ron Monroe 231-590-2376 [email protected] or EdLewis 231-652-1720 www.newaygocountysportsmansclub.org

The Larsen Brothers in Concert - Thurs., June 14th at 7pm. Tickets: $7.50per person. Drawn back together by the Lord to use their gifts for a higher calling.The Larsen Brothers perform Christian, Gospel, Country and Acoustic Music.

They play originals, old gospel, new country and bluegrass. For more information,please call the Greenville Area Community Center at 616-754-9163.

The Sheridan VFW Post is now taking applications for the upcomingEuchre Tournament that will be held at the Post on Sat., June 16th. Thetournament starts at 10am and will be completed about 3:30pm. The cost of thetournament is $10 per player and the fee may be paid the day of the tournament.Advanced registration is urged as late entries may not be seated, you may call thepost at 989-291-9680. Registration on site starts at 8:30am.

Montcalm Community Colleges 2012 summer camps for youths focus onscience, fine arts, writing, recreation, sports and test-taking preparation this year.Camps include: Fine Arts Camp: Ancient Egypt is June 25-29, cost $90. DigitalWriting Camp is June 18-22, cost $90. Camp Discovery: The Wonderful Worldof Nature is July 10-12, cost $60. Outdoor Recreation Camp is July 16-20, costis $90. Sports Camp is July 23-27, cost $90. ACT Test Prep Boot Camp is July30-Aug 3, cost $150. Visit www.montcalm.edu/camps for more info.

Annual Coral Days Festival, June 22 & 23, celebrating 150 years of Coral.Come participate in the Coral Day Parade, June 23. Wanted: Old vehicles, oldtractors, floats, bands, politicians and whatever. NO REGISTRATION! Line-upstarts at 9:30am, parade at 11am. Also Soapbox Derby is 3-5pm, bring your ownsoapbox. Contact Kathy at 231-354-6431 (Coral Power Shop) about soapboxspecifications. Crafters also wanted. Contact Kathy.

The Womens Action Network is currently seeking vendors for the 2012Danish Festival. Booth space is located at Veterans Park in Greenville and rentsfor $125 before July 1st. After July 1st, a $25 late fee will be added. Each spaceis approximately 20x20 in size. Contact Jennifer Iteen for more information at

616-835-6937.VFW Camp Trotter for Children (ages 7-12) Five sessions starting July 15through Aug. 12. Contact Maxine Scram 231-519-1374.

UAW Local 548 Retirees from Michigan Plating & Stamping, Gulf &Western and CEMSI is having its Retirees Picnic on Saturday, July 21stat Long Lake Park. (West Side of Park - open shelter - Long Lake Dr., Sparta)Rain or Shine! 10am till ??? Lunch at Noon. For more information contact MaryWidmayer 231-937-4496.

Greenville Area Community Center: For more information regarding anyof the following, please call the Center at 616-754-9163. Line Dancing, TaeKwon Do Class, Driving School, Corvette Club, Stamp Club or FiberArts Club.


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THE PIRATES! BANDOF MISFITSFri. 6 & 9 PM, Sat. 3, 6 & 9 PM, Sun. 3 & 6 PM

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JUNE MILLERis 70 and Fabulous!!!

Please join us Saturday, June 9th

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plex to celebrate Junes Big 7-0 along

with her 3 boys Dan, Brian, and David

(all the way from Texas!).

No gifts please! BYOB and BYODS

(Bring Your Own Dancin Shoes).

And join us for a good time!

We would like to thank all of those who gave a

helping hand, friendly smile, and caring hearts in

our Mothers difficult times. All your prayers, get

well cards and cards of sympathy and donations

were greatly appreciated. Thank You Pastor Boes

and all our families who were so supportive. Special

thank you to Brigham Funeral Home for making

things easier for all our families.

Family of Virginia Jaquays

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BIG RAPIDS

Huge 9th Annual Mecosta CountyGarage and Plant Sale- Fair-grounds West Avenue, Big Rapids.Thursday 6/7, Friday 6/8, 8am-4pm.Dressers, dolls, baby items, an-tiques, Lounger, Rocker, Electric

Organ with bench, pet supplies andso much more. Wide variety ofplants just in time for springplanting. GREAT PRICES!

HESS LAKE

Annual Hess Lake Sale: June 1st2nd, Newaygo.

MORLEY

Estate sale by Morley's only gasstation. Big inventory addition justreceived - most anything exceptfood. Bargain's galore. Weekend'sonly.

NEWAYGO

Timberline Court, North on New-costa off M-82. May 31st-June 2nd.9am-5pm. Baby/items, misc.household/items .

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FOUND: DARK BROWN pit bull,Howard City area. Very sweet. Call616-205-6261 to identify.

LOST: GRAY CAT w/green eyes, de-clawed/neutered, name-Walter,wearing flea collar. Orange catw/white stripes, 7 toes, declawed/neutered, name-Peaches. Call231-349-1380.

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Full-time opportunity for a dynamicperson to join our commercial salesprint division team. Interestedcandidates should possess a his-tory of sales and customer servicebackground. Excellent com-munication and organizational skillsare a must. Prior experience withinside sales, billing and Excel arepreferred. Candidate must haveexcellent phone skills, be able tomuti-task and handle pressure in aproduction setting. The Pioneer of-fers a full benefit package. Sendletter of interest and resume to:

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Or email:[email protected]

HELP WANTED - PART-time, 3 jobsin 1. Bartender/Bar KitchenCook/Cleaning person. Apply inperson. Croton American Legion Post381, 6812 S. Croton-Hardy Dr.

MEDICAL OFFICE RECEPTIONISTaccepting applications for a MedicalOffice Receptionist position at Ne-waygo County Mental Health. Suc-cessful candidates must possesscomputer, typing (minimum 55 wpm),grammar, punctuation, proofreading,transcription, multi-line phone pro-ficiencies, excellent communicationand customer relation skills to ef-fectively interact with staff and cus-tomers in the front desk area. Pre-vious medical office experience pre-ferred. High School diploma or

equivalent is required. Drug testingand extensive background check ad-ministered. This is a part time position(24-32 hours per week) with a payrange of $11.32-15.42 per hour basedon experience. Visit our website atwww.newaygocmh.org. Interested in-dividuals should fax 231-689-7345,email [email protected] or mailcover letters and resumes, to HumanResources, PO Box 867, White Cloud,MI 49349; BY JUNE 8, 2012. EOE

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