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MONDAY,AUGUST1,2011RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:n Blue and Gold Ceremony

held to honor soldiers

nRFD Boys to play atZellies Opry House

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

terprise do not reect the overall opinion of the paper.

Letters to the editor may be written by any member of the

community who wishes to express their view of a certainissue. Letters should be in good taste and no longer than

500 words.

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

ENDING ON A POSITIVE NOTE: (FRONT, Left to Right) Emily Rodenhouse, MorganGaston, Arabella Brodowski, Ashlee Johnson, Elizabeth Yelland. (MIDDLE, Left to Right)Norma Sower and Amelia Lincoln from Drug Free Montcalm, Mollie Rodenhouse, AndrewBrodowski, Cameo Brodowski, Corban Spittka. (BACK, Left to Right) Lakin Spittka, BriannaBrodowski, Courtney Spittka, Brittney VanderKodde, Rachel Rodenhouse, Kodde DeVries,Kyle Jenema (Courtesy photo)

How do youth end fair on a

positive note? They have a hoe-down! With the help of a DFM(Drug Free Montcalm) grant, 4-H youth will be able to end theirtime at Fair in a constructiveway. Fair is a time where a yearsworth of planning and work arenally showcased. It is a time ofso many emotions: excitement,anxiety while getting judged andwaiting for results, sometimesdisappointment and sometimesjubilation. It is reuniting withold friends and meeting newones. Living on these emotionalroller coasters for a week can be

tough on kids.

So, as Fair wraps up andeveryone is getting ready to goback and resume their normallives, one last night is dedicatedto giving the youth just a littlebit of fun and an upbeat way torelieve some of those emotions.They have a dance and pizzaparty. Members of the Green-ville Outlaws 4-H club wrote fora youth grant from Drug FreeMontcalm to support this activ-ity. It will allow youth to havea fun way to come down offthe rush of Fair, and reinforcepositive choices.

Greenville Outlaws 4-H Club

is spearheading this dance andpizza party. It is open to all threehundred-plus 4-H youth mem-bers. Said Sandy Spittka of theGreenville Outlaws 4-H group,This $500 grant allows us tohelp youth have one more nightof safe fun, and it shows youththat they can have fun withoutdrugs, alcohol or tobacco. Theyare getting one more construc-tive choice in entertainment!Plus, youth will be handlingmost of the work of this event,from decorating and promotionto set up and tear down.

Drug Free Montcalm Grants4-H fair a great hoedown

The Montcalm County Pan-handle Area Chamber is seek-ing award nominations forindividuals who have made a dif-ference within the community.The Chamber has established anannual award honoring it rstrecipient Dorothy A. Ravell. TheDorothy Ravell Making a Differ-ence Award is presented at thePanhandle Chambers AnnualMeeting in October.

In addition to the nomineesroutine duties and responsibili-ties, as a member of the com-munity, some individuals go theextra mile to get involved in pro-grams and activities that benet

the community. These individu-als display leadership, initia-tive, creativity, and dedication.Through his or her involvement,he or she inspires others to getinvolved and make a difference inthe lives of others.

The Dorothy A Ravell Makinga Difference Award is an awarddesigned to honor an individual,living or deceased, who has madea signicant impact upon the

community. (This individual doesnot need to be a current, or past,member of the chamber.)

Award Criteria:nLeadership Ability to mo-

tivate and inspire others to ac-complish a specic goal or objec-tive. This involves an element ofrisk in order to benet others.

n Initiative Demonstratesability to take charge by creat-ing and developing a program,project, or activity that impactsthe community. Has a personalcommitment to see the projectthrough to its resolution with de-termined effort.

nCreativity Develops/pro-poses creative ways to accom-plish the goals and objectives ofthe project.

nDedication Is recognized by others for being dedicated to

achieving the desired results. Accomplishes much within thecommunity by his or her pursuit,courage, enthusiasm, and zeal.

Recognition Recognized byothers for their commitment tothe success of the initiative.

When making a nomination,the following is required:

n Please provide all infor-mation to the best of your abilityand submit this coversheet with a

short biography of the individualyou are nominating.

nPlease consult the AwardsCriteria.

nPlease keep your nomina-tion as brief as possible while still

addressing all criteria.n If you wish to submit a

nomination form for more thanone nominee, please complete aseparate form for each individu-al.

Please contact the Panhandle Area Chamber of Commerce at(231) 937-5681 or visit our web-site www.panhandlechamber.com for more information andthe application form.

All nominations should betyped and submitted to the cham-ber by 5:00 p.m. on 08/26/2011.

The Chambers 2011 AnnualMeeting will be held on Tuesday,Oct. 18, 2011.

Community nominations sought for service award

Tackling Cancer Week kicksoff September 25, 2011 at 1:00pmwith a Cancer Fundraising FlagFootball Game. Alumni neededfor Tri County vs. Newaygogame at Goodin-Parker FieldTri County High School to helpraise funds to support cancerresearch. Player fee of $10 in-cludes an ofcial Flag Football

Game t-shirt. Admission to the Alumni Flag Football Game isfree. Donations will be accepted.All proceeds will be donated toyear two of Lakes 8 ConferenceTackling Cancer effort.

Tackling Cancer Week willend with Newaygo hosting TriCounty on September 30, 2011

for Varsity Football, Volleyball,and Soccer. A Cancer Survivorwalk will take place prior to the Varsity Football game. Players will be playing to honor thoseaffected by cancer. Recognitionof jersey sponsors will be an-nounced at half time of the Var-sity Football game.

Look for more details about

t-shirt sales and Alumni FlagFootball Game activities. Alum-ni who wish to participate in theag football game contact:

Tri County: [email protected] Denise Barry231.414.4302

Newaygo: [email protected].

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SIDNEY Its not too lateto register for fall semester2011 classes at Montcalm Com-munity College.

Online registration for fall

semester continues through6 p.m. Aug. 3. Payment for allregistration completed at thistime is due by 4 p.m. on Aug.4.

Registration resumes at 8a.m. on Aug. 9. Payment is dueat the time of registration. Allregular registration ends at 6p.m. on Aug. 17.

The schedule is avail-able through MyMontcalm atmy.montcalm.edu. Select theRegistration/Records tab toaccess the course search andregistration functions.

MCCs fall classes begin

Aug. 20 unless otherwise not-ed.

Zellies Opry House is delighted to wel-come the legendary bluegrass band, The RFDBoys, on Friday, Aug. 5.

The RFD Boys have been delighting audi-ences since 1969 with their fabulous musician-ship and sly, exquisitely timed between-songhumor. With an appearance on the cover ofBluegrass Unlimited, with songs recorded bythe likes of the Country Gentlemen, and with

performances alongside bluegrass greats like

Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley, the RFD Boysare a part of Americas bluegrass tradition.

In the last three decades, the RFD Boyshave shared stages with a whos who of blue-grass and country musicians, from Bill Mon-roe and Ralph Stanley to Ricky Skaggs andRandy Travis. Their music has taken them allover Michigan, the midwest and as far awayas Europe.

Come on out for what promises to be an

exciting evening of live music, including apre-show by the Zellies Opry House houseband. Enjoy a full evening of entertainmentin air-conditioned comfort for a mere $5/per-son.

Tickets are available at Zellies OpryHouse, call (616) 260-3032 or www.zellieso-pryhouse.com. Doors will open at 6 p.m., withthe pre-show at 6:10 p.m. and the concert be-

ginning at 7 p.m.

Zellies Opry House welcomes the RFD Boys

Registration

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Chapter 188 honored four ofMichigans sons and their par-ents at a Blue to Gold Ceremo-ny. The young men we honored were Joseph Prentler, DavidHuhn, Jacob Crebessa and Jer-emiah Crebessa.

Our rural community cametogether to honor and remem-ber these young men for a shorttime at our county fair on theafternoon of July 9. There werefriends and family, Fair Boardmembers, Vietnam Vets, cur-rently serving young men inuniform, Blue Star Mothers andsome of the young men from Jo-sephs unit that came in from allover the country just to be therewith his Mom because he cant be any longer. The ceremony was short but full of meaningfor all of us as we sat with these

Mothers and Fathers to honor

their sons service. The serviceto our country that was paidwith the ultimate sacrice. TheGold Star Banner had a GoldStar covering a Blue Star, likeat one time our Countrys Flagcovered their caskets, and nowthe memories are all that is leftthat cover the life that is no lon-ger with us.

As we read their names maywe stop a moment and remem- ber what they meant to theirMothers and Fathers, they weretheir hearts. As I write this, it isJuly 20 th and today the agsare again ying at half-mast inour state, in honor of anotherone of Michigans fallen. Maywe never forget what each namerepresents as each Gold Starbanner is presented, a Mothersand/or a Fathers heart that is

gone.

Blue and Gold Ceremonyheld to honor soldiers

and their parents

Danny and Amber Nyson of Greenville became parents

of a baby girl at Carson City Hospital. Mari Jayne Nysonwas born at 3:10 pm on July 6, 2011. She was 7 pounds, 2

ounces and 20 inches long. Mari Jayne has two sisters; Ta-

mara and Chelsie Nyson. Grandparents are Dan and Mary

Nyson from Lakeview.

Behnke

- StadtfeldEngagement

Sarah Behnke and

Jason Stadtfeld arehappy to announce their

upcoming marriage.

Sarah is the daughter of

Gary and Joann Behnke

of Howard City. Jason is

the son of Bill and Sandy

Stadtfeld of Mecosta.

The couple will be mar-

ried on Sept. 17, 2011 inRemus where they will

live.

ENGAGEMENT

Attnton all wv,t, aght, moth- an ganmoth of avtan:

When our loved ones werein the service we worked hardto help them in every aspect.Well ladies, now that they are

out they need us all the more.All of the programs of theLadies Auxiliary of the VFW,NEED YOUR HELP! We arelosing sisters every month.Our men and women arecoming home but they needour help now more than ever.We need to work at gettingbetter care and better health,

all needs we told them theywould get once out. The politi-cians are always trying to cutbenefits for veterans. We as

Auxiliary Sisters are workingto keep those programs. Ifnot a member of the Auxiliaryplease join to help us, if youare a member, please help us.If we dont work together theprograms will be gone. Pleasehelp them! Come to a meet-

ing. Sisters that are alreadymembers, cant you find sometime to help? We told them wewould always be there to help.Our work will never be doneas long as there is conflict inthe World. Help Us Say Yeswe can help.

LAdies AuxiLiAryRenner Lobker Post 3306

Ladies Auxiliary looks forvolunteers and new members

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Do YouRecall?

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Health & Wellness Centers

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

Owned by Pharmacists - Run by Pharmacists

1951 The Dusty Trails Saddle

Club held its regular meeting at the

Langston Town Hall to discuss the

next horse show at the Greenville

County Fair Grounds.

The Lake Theatre in Lakeview

has been sold to the Ray Russellfamily of Greenville.

1961 A crane well over 100 feet

tall has been putting pre-cast cement

slabs into place forming the roof of

the new hospital addition in Lakev-

iew.

The Harold Manleys of Morley

are celebrating their 40th wedding

anniversary.

1976 Marine Pvt. George Chipman

of Mecosta has completed the infan-

try combat training course at Camp

Pendleton, CA.

The Basil Bremers of rural Hin-

ton Township are celebrating their

25th wedding anniversary.

1996 Brandi Moyer of Lakeviewreceived a surprise visit from Fox

17 television celebrity Maranda

who saw a green reading program

poster in the front window, and knew

a young member of the summer

reading program at the library lived

there.

Shelley Ray, a Lakeview grad, is

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032 Public Notices

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MY'S Board of Directors is seeking an indi-vidual interested in public education to filla two year board of director term. Inter-ested candidates apply by completingboard application available in CCA'sCentral Office, 215 S. State Street, BigRapids, in the southwest corner of the ele-mentary building.

040 Lost and Found

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DATAASSISTANT: NCMH is seeking anindividual to become part of our Infor-mation Systems Department in a DatAssistant role. This individual will performa variety of responsibilities related todata entry utilizing an electronic clinicalrecord and various Microsoft Office Appli-cations as well as other office type duties.Analytical and problem solving skillsincluding proficiency with numbers andcomputers is require. Must be able to man-age a variety of duties simultaneously,exhibit flexibility in diversity of assign-ments and complete by required dead-lines. Also, position assists Health Infor-mation Officer by performing basic cler-ical tasks, filing, scanning and answeringphones. Must have strong written and ver-bal communication and work well inteam-based environment. High School

Diploma or equivalent is required. Thisposition will work a minimum of 32 hoursper week. Salary range $11.32-$15.41 pehour based on experience. Send resumeto Newaygo County Mental Health, Attn:Human Resources, PO Box 867, WhiteCloud MI 49349, email to [email protected] or fax 231-689-7345. EOE.

THE MECOSTA-OSCEOLA INTER-

MEDIATE School District is acceptingapplications for a Paraeducator for Engi-neering & Precision Technology (schoolyear position). A complete posting isavailable at www.moisd.org. Interestedapplicants must submit a letter of appli-cation, resume, transcripts and three let-ters of reference by August 11, 2011 to:Mark R. Klumpp, Assistant Superinten-

dent, Mecosta-Osceola IntermediateSchool District, 15760 190th Avenue,Big Rapids, MI 49307.

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Teen Beauty: Skin Care and Make-up ClassSaturday, August 6

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The game of golf is a greatway to bring people togeth-er to raise money for a goodcause. On Saturday, Aug. 13 at9 a.m., Birchwood Golf Coursewill host the 13th Annual GolfTournament sponsored by thePanhandle Area Chamber ofCommerce, with funds raisedbeneting the Robert Al-ger Scholarship Fund and theChamber of Commerce.

The Robert Alger Scholar-ship Fund awards a Five Hun-dred Dollar college scholarshipannually to a Panhandle Areagraduating senior. To date, thefund has given $6,500 to areagraduates.

It is encouraging to knowthat the area residents andbusinesses support furthereducation among our youth.We have almost reached ourgoal of $10,000.00 for a per-manent endowment fund withthe Greenville Area Commu-nity Foundation. With GACFmanaging these funds, it will

be assured that the scholar-ships will continue for years tocome, stated Marianne Van-Bennekom, Chamber Director.

Golfers are needed to par-ticipate in the 18 hole scramble,which begins with registrationat 8:30am. Cost to enter is only$50 per golfer and includesgreens fee, cart, lunch and doorprizes.

A prize of $500 will beawarded to the top nishingteam, with $300 and $200blind draws, based on 24teams. Top prizes also includea chance to win a trip to Vegas,chance at a $3,000 Hole in One

sponsored by Pease Insurance,

Birchwood Golf Course holds annual tournament

a chance to win a Chrysler 200with a Hole in One sponsored byEd Koehn Jeep, Chrysler, Dodgeof Greenville.

Prizes will be awarded forclosest to the pin and longestdrive. Silent auctions items in-

clude set of clubs donated by

Jones Distributing, a $300 valueCobra GPS from Lynco Productsand J & H Family Stores and a basket of homemade wine do-nated by Rich and Cheryl Pease.

Participants will nd a reg-istration form online at www.

panhandlechamber.com or they

can call the Chamber of Com-merce ofce at (231) 937-5681or Birchwood at (231) 762-4424to registration.

If you would like to join thefollowing sponsors, call theChamber of Commerce today!

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Unreasonableexpectations ofthe supervisor orthe boardLetter to the editor:

In 2009 we purchased theproperty in Reynolds Townshipat 23156 W. Almy Rd., HowardCity, and we began building ourretirement home. We paid our$450 to the Board of Review re-questing permission to occupythe walk-out basement whilewe were building, only thebasement was done but not themain oor so the request wasdenied. We were told we couldlive there it was with in theordinance. The township tookus to Court and we lost, we didnot meet all the codes. We paidthe nes in 2010 we received atemporary camping permit tolive on the property while wewere building and added theupstairs on. Then we past allcodes and received a temporaryoccupancy permit for the walk-out lower level so we moved in.This was still not good enoughso the Township took us backto Court and we lost once againbecause all the codes for theupstairs was not completed andwe paid the nes. During theCourt process we completed allinspections for the completehome and received a temporaryoccupancy permit for the entiredwelling but this is still notgood enough for the Township.

So the Township insisted thatwe can not live in our home

until we receive a permanentoccupancy permit.

I dont understand themind set of the Supervisor orthe Board. I am at a total lossof what the board expects andwhy they would want to inicthardships on their constituen-cies. Is this a dictatorship ornot you decide feel free to comesee for your self and make your

own decision.robert richardsHoward City

What happenedto Howard City?Letter to the editor:

I used to be a proud citizenof Howard City, but not somuch anymore. Talking to mywife after work and nding outthat children are not allowed toplay in sprinklers or use waterto cool off on hot days because

their water bill is too highis just awful. As a citizen ofHoward City I think somethingshould be done about the risingcosts of water in the Village. Iknow that my water bill for lastmonth was almost $90 for twopeople. That is higher then mygas bill. Maybe it is time fora change in the Village sinceevery time you ask a questionyou get a run around.

I for one would much rathersee lower water bills and taxesthen brick work uptown butthen, I dont think we wereever asked. Besides how canthey lower water bills and taxeswhen there are so many housessitting empty because people

could no long afford to livehere.

Whatever happened to ourpeaceful little village wherechildren could play in the waterwithout taking out a secondmortgage on your house. Whathappened to not being afraid toput things in the yard withoutgetting them stolen? Whathappened to caring about the

people who live in the village?Mike sMith

Answeringconcerns overzoning issuesLetter to the editor:

This letter is in response toprevious letters to the editorand many citizens questionsconcerning Mr. Powells zon-ing issues. Given the amountof misinformation circulating

in the community regardingthe Powell zoning matters,we believe it was necessary torespond.

First, Reynolds Townshipofcials have attempted towork with Mr. Powell for wellover a year to bring both of hisproperties (his property on thenorth side of M-82 involvingexcavating, septic, landscap-ing and other businesses, aswell as the property immedi-ately across the street to thesouth) into compliance withthe Reynolds Township ZoningOrdinance. Over the last 20

years, Mr. Powell has expandedhis business and uses on hisproperty on the north side of

M-82, generally without anyzoning approvals. The Town-ship approval from the early1990s was simply for a septictank business. The ZoningOrdinance has not allowed thegeneral excavating business,landscaping, outdoor materialsstorage or similar business onthe property for well over 20years. As for the heavy equip-

ment storage, stock piling ofmaterials and similar matterswhich are occurring on Mr.Powells parcel on the southside of M-82, none of thoseuses have been lawful in a resi-dentially zoned area under theZoning Ordinance.

Since last Fall, Mr. Powellhas received numerous lettersfrom the Township regardingthe zoning violations on his twoproperties, as well as Town-ship suggestions about how toremedy those violations. TheTownship pointed out that Mr.Powell could either apply for aC-2 rezoning or apply for a use variance. However, the Town-ship also noted that under bothMichigan statute and the Zon-ing Ordinance, use variancesare very difcult to obtain.One of the standards that theapplicant must prove for a usevariance is that the property isalmost worthless as currentlyzoned and that the immediatehardship causing the need forthe variance request was notcreated by any action of theapplicant. Of course, for theparcel to the north, there aremany uses which could oc-cur (and are occurring) on theproperty.

The denial of the use vari-

ance is not necessarily the endof this matter. Mr. Powellcould apply for a rezoning tothe C-2 zoning designation. Oralternately, he, or any memberof the community, could re-quest an amendment to the textof the C-1 zoning regulationsin the Zoning Ordinance to al-low landscaping and a nurserybusiness within that zone as a

matter of right. Given the waybusinesses have changed andevolved over the years, such anamendment might be appropri-ate. Mr. Powell, Willett Smith,and Louise Culver have metwith Township ofcials thisweek to again outline the op-tions Mr. Powell has to resolvethese issues. It is our opinionthis was an encouraging meet-ing with positive steps to bringMr. Powells property intocompliance.

Given the rhetoric of Mr.Powell and some of his sup-porters, one would think thatthe Township is attempting toput him out of business. Noth-ing could be further from thetruth. The Township wishesto see Mr. Powells businessthrive, as we do all businessesin the community.

It is important to keep inmind that these zoning issuesare not a matter of liking ordisliking a particular busi-ness or its owner. Rather, theissue is compliance with thelaw and whether everyone willhave to comply with the ZoningOrdinance in a fair and uniformmanner.

keith Grannis

SupervisorReynolds Township

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

THIS WEEK:Mon., August 1ABSOLUTE NITE

6:30 PM SHARP!!!!

Expressway PublicAuto AuctionDick Nagy, Auctioneer

Were Open 5 days a week 9 - 5Selling vehicles wholesale to the

public for the past 20 years131 Expressway at M46 (east)

Exit 120 Howard City

CALL 231-937-5868OR 231-218-5031

or visit our website atexpresswayautoauction.org

Good selection of latemodel Cars, Trucks & Vans

Regular Sale to follow

Dick is selling a public auctionThursday, Aug. 11, 4 pm at

18842 12 Mile Rd., Leroy, MI.Visit the website for complete listing & pics.

Next Regular SaleMon., August 15

CLOSED LABOR DAYfor the holiday

CROTON TOWNSHIPNOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY TO INCORPORATE

AS A CHARTER TOWNSHIP

AND RIGHT TO REFERENDUM

Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that t he town-

ship of Croton has a population of 2,000 or more, and the township board has the right toexercise one of three options concerning status as a charter township under the provisions

of the Charter Township Act, Public Act 359 of 1947, as amended (MCL 42.3a):

Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a charter township.

Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as a charter

township by resolution. At least 60 days after the adoption of the resolution of intent, the

township board may adopt the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next regular

or special township election the question of incorporation as a charter township.

If Option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the township have the right to

file a Right to Referendum Petition. This petition must be filed before the final adoption

of the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

The petition must follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as prescribed in

the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488), and the heading must indicate Disagree-

ment of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township. The petition must be signed by not

less than 10% of the number of electors of the township voting for township supervisor at

the last election in which a supervisor was elected.

If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on the ballot at

the next general or special township election.

Debbra Wright, Croton Township Clerk

Annual Public HearingNewaygo County Mental Health Board of Directors will hold an annual

public hearing to consider input from consumers, advocates, and commu-

nity members about how to improve local delivery of mental health and

developmental disability services in Newaygo County.

The public hearing will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2011, 10:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m. in the Board Room of the Newaygo County Mental Health

Center, 1049 Newell, White Cloud, Michigan.

Testimony will be received during the hearing. Each participant is askedto keep his/her comments to no more than ten (10) minutes. Written com-

ments will be received at the hearing and through August 15, 2011.

Written testimony should be sent to Greg Snyder, Chief Executive Officer,

at the Newaygo County Mental Health Center, P.O. Box 867, White Cloud

MI 49349.

Individuals requiring special accommodations to participate in the public

hearing should contact Jean Shutts prior to August 9, 2011, at 231-689-

7553 or 1-800-968-7330.

PIERSON TOWNSHIPMONTCALM COUNTY

P.O. BOX 109/21156 CANNONSVILLE ROAD PIERSON, MI 49339

Dear Township Resident and or Property Owner:

On Tuesday August 16 at 7pm., there will be a meeting of the Pierson Township Zon-

ing Board of Appeals (ZBA) to be held at the Township Hall, 21156 Cannonsville

Road, Pierson, Michigan.

The ZBA will hear an appeal from Dan and Rita Buyze concerning the property

located at 2526 Center Court Pierson Township, Montcalm County, Michigan. The

property is legally described as:

PERMANENT PARCEL NUMBER 59-015-241-001-00Side yard - 20 feet in total, 10 feet for each side yard

The variance request is to allow the Buyze to build an addition with an 8 set back

instead of 10.

Thank You

Zoning Board of Appeals

CCW CLASSSaturday, August 6

One Day Class$100

Questions or ReservationsContact

231-689-5734(Evenings)

NOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY TO INCORPORATE

AS A CHARTER TOWNSHIP AND

RIGHT TO REFERENDUM

Official notification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that

the Township of Big Prairie has a population of 2,000 or more, and the Township

board has a right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter town-

ship under the provision of the Charter Township Act, Public Act 359 of 1947, as

amended (MCL42.3a):

1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a chartertownship.

2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as

a charter township by resolution. At least 60 days after the adoption of the

resolution of intent, the township board may adopt a resolution to incorpo-

rate as a charter township.

3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next

regular or special election the question of incorporation as a charter town-

ship. If Option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the town-

ship have the right to file a: Right of Referendum Petition. This petition must

be filed before the final adoption of the resolution to incorporate as a charter

township. The petition must follow, in general form, the nominating petition

form as prescribed in the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488), and the

heading must indicate Disagreement of intent to incorporate as a Charter

Township. The petition must be signed by not less than 10% of the number

of electors of the township voting for township supervisor at the last election

in which a supervisor was elected.

If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on

the ballot at the next general or special township election.

Judith Baker, Big Prairie Township Clerk


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MONDAY,AUGUST1,2011RIVERVALLEYNEWSSHOPPER 9050 Help Wanted

HE MECOSTA-OSCEOLA INTER-

MEDIATE School District is acceptingapplications for a Transportation Mechan-icAssistant (year-round position). Acom-plete posting is available atwww.moisd.org. Interested applicantsmust submit a letter of application,resume, certifications/licensure and threeletters of reference by August 10, 2011 to:Mark R. Klumpp, Assistant Superinten-dent. Mecosta-Osceola IntermediateSchool District, 15760 190th Avenue,Big Rapids, MI 49307.

090 BusinessServicesBOOKKEEPING: 30-YEARS EXPERI-

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110 For Rent

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DAILY Rooms from $40, Weeklyrooms from $165. Includes utilities.No Deposit. (231)856-7820.

SHADYLAWN MOTEL: Sand Lake, MI.Special rates. Furnished cabin with kitch-enette $113.25/week. Furnished small cab-

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WINFIELD TOWNSHIPMONTCALM COUNTY, MICHIGAN

NOTICE OF RIGHT TO REFERENDUM

ON BECOMING A CHARTER TOWNSHIP

Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State

that the Township of Winfield has a population of 2000 or more accord-

ing to the most recent United States Census and is therefore eligible to be

incorporated as a charter township under the provisions of Section 3a of

the Charter Township Act, 1947 PA 359 (MCL 42.3a). The township board

has the right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter

township, as follows:

1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a char-

ter township;

2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as

a charter township;

3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the

next regular or special township election the question of incorporation

as a charter township.

In the event option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the

township have the right to file a Right to Referendum Petition. This peti-

tion must be filed within the 60 days which must lapse between passage of a

resolution of the intent to incorporate and final passage of the resolution to

incorporate as a charter township.

The petition shall follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as

prescribed in the Michigan Election Law, and in the heading will indicate

Disagreement of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township. The petition

must be signed by not less than 10% of the registered voters of the township

based on the vote cast for all candidates for supervisor at the last election at

which a supervisor was elected.

If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on

the ballot at the next general or special township election.

Colleen A. Stebbins

Winfield Township Clerk

Person with special needs, as defined in the American with Disabilities Act,

should contact the Township Clerk.

WINFIELD TOWNSHIPJuly 14, 2011

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

at 7:04 p.m. Members present: Supervisor Phyllis Larson, Clerk Colleen Stebbins,

Treasurer Cathy Killinger, and Trustee Dan Kanouse, absent Trustee Jim Radford.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Motion by Dan, second by Colleen to approve

the agenda, voice vote, motion passed.

CLERK REPORT: Stand approved as read.

TREASURER REPORT: Fire Department $16,998.51, Municipal Funds

$33,872.51, Tax account $1,713.66, General Checking $103,400.43 for a total of

$155,985.11, stand approved as read. Interest this month $31.76.

Motion by Dan, second by Colleen for Treasurer to spend up to $350.00 includes

$50.00 for labor, to update her computer, roll call: Dan yes, Colleen yes, Phyllis yes,Cathy yes, motion passed.

REPORTS:Assessor Jeri reported doing field work and ready for Board of Review

July 19, 2011. Tax bills have been printed and mailed.

Fire Department: Bill reported 1 fire and the repairs to the damaged fire barn have

been completed.

Zoning: Dave Kelsey reported 6 permits this month and will be gone from August 4

to August 19, so Trustee Dan Kanouse will be doing permits until Dave returns.

Dan Kanouses phone number 989-352-7852.

Planning Commission: Dan reported they are working on township survey, Medi-

cal Marijuana Ordinance, and at the July 25 meeting there will be a Public Hearing

for a special land use permit.

PUBLIC COMMENTS: Opened at 7:35 p.m. Janice Jordon inquiring about burn-

ing or bonfires being within 10 to 12 feet from buildings. Closed at 7:40 p.m.

New Business: Winfield Township has the opportunity to become a Chartered

Township again. Board will vote on this next month.

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

9031 through check number 9066 and IRS deposit for a total of $29,793.20, roll call:Colleen yes, Phyllis yes, Cathy yes, Dan yes, motion passed.

BOARD COMMENTS:

Cathy: None

Dan: None

Colleen: Motion by Dan, second by Colleen to adjust 2010-2011 budget, move

$22.00 to 101-276-930 Cemetery maintenance from 101-101-803 Township legal

service, roll call: Phyllis yes, Cathy yes, Dan yes, Colleen yes, motion passed.

Phyllis: None

County Commissioner Ron Baker commented on he would like to see County Road

Commissioners changed from 3 to 5 members hoping this would represent the

county better.

ADJOURN: Motion by Dan, second by Colleen to adjourn at 8 p.m., voice vote,

motion passed.

Respectfully,

Colleen Stebbins

Winfield Township Clerk

Next meeting: August 11, 2011 at 7 p.m.

Treasurer: Cathy Killinger 989-352-6812Assessor: Jerrilynn Strong 989-382-5452

Burning permits: Fire Chief Bill Knapp 989-818-0905

Cemetery Concerns: Phyllis Larson 231-762-4342

NOTICELAST DAY TO REGISTER

NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ELECTORS OF

THE VILLAGE OF HOWARD CITY, MONTCALM COUNTY, MICHIGAN

ALL ELECTORS ARE HEREBY GIVEN NOTICE that the Village of Howard

City General Election will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011.

Electors who wish to vote in the general election must be registered no later than

Monday, August 15, 2011. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office, the

County Clerks office, the Reynolds Township Clerks office, or the Village Clerks

office.

If you wish to register at the Village Clerks office the hours are Monday-Thursday

7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. The Reynolds Township Clerks

office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Kim Alexander, ClerkVillage of Howard City

125 E. Shaw Street

Howard City, Michigan

231-937-4311

PUBLIC NOTICEREYNOLDS TOWNSHIP, MONTCALM COUNTY

NOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY TO INCORPORATE AS

A CHARTER TOWNSHIP AND RIGHT TO REFERENDUM

Official certification has been received from the Michigan Secretary of State that the

township of Reynolds has a population of 2,000 or more, and the township board

has the right to exercise one of three options concerning status as a charter town-

ship under the provisions of the Charter Township Act, Public Act 359 of 1947, as

amended (MCL 42.3a):

1. Adopt by majority vote a resolution opposed to incorporation as a charter town-ship.

2. Adopt by majority vote a resolution of intent to approve incorporation as a charter

township by resolution. At least 60 days after the adoption of the resolution of intent,

the township board may adopt the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

3. Adopt by majority vote a resolution to place before the electorate at the next regu-

lar or special township election the question of incorporation as a charter township.

If Option 2 is adopted by the township board, the citizens of the township have the

right to file a Right to Referendum Petition. This petition must be filed before the

final adoption of the resolution to incorporate as a charter township.

The petition must follow, in general form, the nominating petition form as prescribed

in the Michigan Election Law (MCL 168.488), and the heading must indicate Dis-

agreement of Intent to Incorporate as a Charter Township. The petition must be

signed by not less than 10% of the number of electors of the township voting for

township supervisor at the last election in which a supervisor was elected.

If the petition is successful, the question of incorporation will be placed on the ballot

at the next general or special township election.

Respectfully submitted,

Tina Porzondek, Clerk

PUBLIC AUCTIONTHURSDAY, AUGUST 11 4:00 PM

Having moved my mother to live with my sister in Arizona, I will sell the below listed

items at public auction to the highest bidders at my barn, next to the farm located at

18842 12 Mile Road., Leroy, MI 49655.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Take 131 Expressway to exit 159 (Ashton exit also 11

Mile Road), through the town of Ashton - approximately 2 miles past the blinker

light north on 190th Avenue, curve right onto 12 Mile Road to the auction site. Fol-

low auction signs.

NAGY AUCTION AND APPRAISAL

Richard P. Dick Nagy - Auctioneer8930 Maple Hill Road Howard City, MI 49329

231-937-5868

For pictures of this auction and other upcoming auctions visit us on our website @expresswayautoauction.org

Auctioneers Note: Since the sale will be starting at 4 in the afternoon it will move quickly. Be prepared

to start right on time. Inspection starts day of auction at noon. Payment methods include cash, per-sonal check, Visa or Mastercard credit or debit. Check and credit cards will be subject to 2% fee.All items sold AS IS - WHERE IS with no warranties expressed or implied regarding merchantabilityfor any particular purpose. All announcements sale day take precedence over any and all printed mat-ter. The auction company takes on no l iability and are strictly agents for the seller.

HOUSEHOLD ITEMS:

Magic Chef 20 lb. capacity gas dryer,

dressers, computer desks, couches,

end tables, leather trunk, jewelry boxes,

Honeywell air purifier, small oil lanterns,

window blinds, floor lamps, cooler, Cokebottles in carrier, Harry Potter videos,

new kitchen knife sets, set of Lord of

the Rings goblets, assorted pots, dishes,

pans, glasses, silverware and cooking

aids, double bed mattress and box spring

from VanDries Furniture, window air

conditioner, electric fry pan, shoe rack,

bedding, pool cue stick, table humidifier,

Hewlett Packard printer, small picture

frames, microwaves, electric room heat-

ers, Dirt Devil upright vacuum, cookie jar,

toaster ovens, lamps, rugs, televisions,

assorted baskets and picnic basket, mu-

sic CDs, mirrors, wall pictures, clocks,

electric power washers, Canon printer,

book and closet shelves, kitchen table,

bedroom set, living room chair, brass

looking headboard, Harley Davidson mer-chandise and assorted knick knacks.

AUTOMOBILES AND EQUIPMENT:

2003 Dodge Caravan 18K miles (Nice ve-

hicle), 4x4 covered trailer, Argo 6 wheel

utility vehicle, Chipper with 302 Ford

engine, Cub Cadet 46 lawn mower 20

HP, Simplicity snow thrower, Ariens self

propelled 6.5 HP push mower, Sears

20 4 HP mulching push mower, Power

Pro Shop push mower, Stihl 340 back

pack leaf blower (missing extension),

Weedeater gas vac. 1974 F750 Ford dump

truck with Western 10 commercial blade

(works),1986 Ford F150 6 cylinder pro-

pane powered pick up (new clutch), JohnDeere PTO manure spreader, 18 gallon

shop vac, 30 gallon electric water heater,

Miller propane mobile home furnace,

compressor, yard wagon, 20 - 100 lb.

propane tanks, Skil circular saw, Milwau-

kee quick blade release sawsall, assorted

battery operated drills, misc. hand tools

and sockets, Stanley miter box, 12 volt

wet/dry vacuum cleaner, assorted yard

tools, gas cans, Stinger mosquito killer,

Burgess propane insect fogger, and many

other items too numerous to mention.

SPORTING GOODS:

2 pr. Guide Gear snow shoes, roller skates,

small traps, Avid outdoors tent 8x8 dome,

propane camping stove, life vests, North-

west Territories 14x12 - 3 room screenedtent, Timberwolf two wheel quad (needs

work), Morida 250x Four Traxx quad,

1993 Sea Doo 30-up Bombardier Jet Ski,

3 lantern style outdoor lights, large Arctic

Cat helmet w/3 others, 1997 Polaris 500

snowmobile w/trailer.

ANIMALS:

Grade Paint Mare, Grade Brown Mare, 3

western saddles, and misc. tack


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Area Happenings run free of charge for non-profit groups.Mail: Th

e River Valley News Shopper, 491 W. Shaw, Howard City, MI 49329 Fax: 231-937-4048Email: [email protected] DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY 12 NOON

Help is Available: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 ground servicefor those with medical needs, pastors in need, missionaries cargo transportation.www.pilotsforchristmi.com or call 616-636-5523.

A free Bariatric Support Group will meet the first Tuesday of each month (beginning in February 2010) at 6:30pm in the Conference Rooms at CarsonCity 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. Weigh in5:25-5:55pm on Thursdays, meeting 6:00-7:00pm. 93 Gibbs St. Lakeview, NewLife United Methodist Church. Weigh in 5:45-6:10pm on Mondays, meeting6:15-7:15pm. East M-46. Lakeview, New Life United Methodist Church.Weigh in 9:30am on Wednesdays, meeting 10:00-11:00am. East M-46. SandLake, Resurrection Lutheran Church. Weigh in 8:30-9:00am on Tuesdays,meeting 9:15-10:00am. 180 Northland Dr. Howard City, Howard City VFWHall, Thursdays weigh-in 4:15-5:10pm, meeting 5:15-6:00pm. Fi rst meeting free.For information call 231-937-4441.

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

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

Addictions Program: Feel trapped in addiction? There is an answer! ReformersUnanimous. A caring addiction program for any addiction, offered at Bills LakeBaptist Church, 8549 Swan Ave., 7 miles east of Newaygo. Every Friday night7-9p.m. Info. call 652-9940.

Rebos House 10 N. First Street, Cedar Springs, Michigan. Meeting Days &Times: Monday-7pm, Big Book Meeting-Open; Tuesday-12Noon-Open, 5:30-6:30pm Womens-Open, 7:00pm Mens-Open; Wednesday-7:00pm 12&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-All Open-

9:00am, 2:00pm, 7:00pm.; Friday-7:00pm-Young People of Addictions-Open.Contact Sandy W. 616-636-8253. Last Thursday every month speakers meeting,7:30pm. Arrive early if you want convenient parking.

Teen 12-Step Meeting (Help and support for staying alcohol and drug free).Wednesdays 7-8pm, White Cloud United Methodist Church, 1125 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.

MORLEY: Open Meeting. Smoking allowed. 19180 Monroe, Morley. Call

Darryl for more info. (616) 826-0859.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)

KENT CITY: Kent City Baptist Church, Friday 12noon, Rick or Tonya 675-7663

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).

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 - John 924-

8027, Mon. 7:30pm - C; Step Mtg.; Thurs. 7:30pm - CNewaygo Area Alano Club: 8406 Mason/M-37, Behind Tracys Custom RiverBoats, 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 (Menonly), 7:30pm (NON-Smoking - Women only all types of recovery welcome);Sat. Noon, 7:30pm (3rd Sat. of month is open, non-smoking, potluck dinner6:30p, 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 prob lem? 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.

at 616-340-9709.

Flea Market- Every Saturday, thru Oct 29, 9am 3pm. Flea Market will be in ourMel Trotter Sparta Store parking lot. Booth spaces available. Please call 616-887-

4021 for information on booth rentals.Caron City Hospital Farmers Market, on Mondays, Summer 2011, 8am-12pm atthe Carson City Hospital Administration Entrance. Fruits, vegetables, baked goods,flowers and more, any local gardener or farmer is invited to participate. Call Anne at989-584-3971 ext 216 for more information.

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

Lakeview Seniors Come early (1:00) for cards, ga mes, refreshments and socialtime. The LV Seniors meet the 1st Tuesday of each month. Come join us, bring afriend.

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

Interested in local, healthy food sources, preparation, and informativediscussions? Westen A Price Foundation meetings 6:30pm every 3rd Tuesday ofevery month at Stanwood Free Methodist (Stanwood Dr. and Pierce Rd.) CallBonnie @ 231-823-8002.

Hospice of Michigan Offers Living on Support Group2nd Wednesday of eachmonth from 2:00pm 3:00pm at Veras House located at 18 Justice St in Newaygo.For more information please call Diane Snyder at 231-924-6123 or 800-837-3630.

The Howard City Harvest Festival Committee meets 2nd Wednesday ofmonth, 7:00pm, @ Timothy C. Hauenstein Reynolds Township Library. Volunteersare needed. Info. Call Cheryl @ 231-937-5686.

Mecosta County Sheriffs Posse meets at 7p.m. the second Thursday of each

month in the basement of the Mecosta County jail. Looking for new members. Formore information call (231) 796-0966.

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

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

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

Come sew at Heritage United Methodist Church on Fridays from 10am to3pm. Bring your machine and call for supply list. New projects every week. CallDebbie Castle at 231-354-6910 for more details or email at [email protected]. Everyone welcome.

Greenville Auction & Flea Market - Every Friday at the Old Meijer Store inGreenville on M-91. Flea market starts at 7:00am, Auction at 10:00am. Vendors andconsignors wanted. Call 616-225-9999 or email [email protected].

Howard City Farmers Marketis open on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.

Family Farm & Home Small Animals Sell and Swap 139 W River Dr, Newaygo2nd 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.

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

Attention Seniors - Howard City Action Center, 132 E. Edgerton, open 7 daysa week. Call Karen West or Dawny Kniffen 231-937-5950 for weekly schedule ofevents. Noon lunches Tues, Wed, Thurs.

Library Happenings:Drumming with Jim Walsh at Grant Area District Library. Do you march tothe beat of your own drum? Join us for this interactive, experiential, musical event.Come to the drumming circle to help us create a community of rhythm. Jim Walshsdrumming program will be held at the Grant Area District Library on Tuesday,August 2nd, 2011 and will be the final program as part of our Summer Reading Club.For more information call the library at 231-834-5713 or visit the website at www.grantlibrary.net.

Kent District Library - Sand Lake Branch: Pet Show Tuesday, August 2,10:30am. Is your pet a star? Can your pet do cool tricks? Or do you just want to showoff how smart, cute or funny your pet is? Join us for a wonderful library pet show. Allacts must pre-register. Stop in the library for details.

The Grant Area District Library is pleased to present local authors andMichigan post card collections, Chris Byron and Tom Wilson in a program at6:30pm on August 4th, in the Community Room of the Library located at 122 ElderSt. in Grant. Chris and Tom share a love of Northern Michigan and a fascinationwith its history. They are especially interested in the history of Michigans tourismindustry. Their collection of antique postcards and tourist and travel ephemera

was the inspiration for four books documenting the history of an area in postcards.Please join us for this wonderful travelogue program. Chris and Tom will have a slideshow presentation and also offer their books for purchase after the program. Lightrefreshments will be served. This program is free and open to the public.

Friday, August 5th, 2011 is the last day to participate in the Summer ReadingClub at the Grant Library. All participants who meet their reading goal are invitedto join us for our One World Readers Party at 1:00. We will have cake and drinks,and will hold our Grand Prize drawing where children can win bikes, gift certificates,zoo passes and more! Dont forget to bring your ticket! Must be present to win!

If you have ever wanted to join a bowling league, but cant lift the ball orplay a round of tennis without running around the court, then join the GrantArea District Library every Monday between 4 and 5pm to play Wii Sports. Thisfun gaming system allows the armchair athlete all the fun of playing the game, butwithout the need to sweat. Baseball, tennis, golf and bowling are among the gamesthat will be played these Monday afternoons. So bring a friend and come to theLibrary on Monday and see what a good sport you can be! For more information, callthe Library at 231-834-5713. Have fun, get involved and come play Wii with us.

Preschool Storytime at the Croton Library on Tuesdays from 10:00am-11:00am.Program is for 2-5 year olds and involves books, crafts, songs & fun.

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

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

library.New Members Needed - The friends of the Timothy C. Hauenstien ReynoldsTownship Library is looking for additional members who are able and want to helpthe friends of the Library excel in advancing the library. We meet the 2nd Wednesdayof the month. Please contact Vicky Paulen at 231-937-5190.

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 City Hall,open every Friday, 10am to 6pm and Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends withhundreds of books at Bargain Prices. Proceeds for new Library Building Fund.

Upcoming Events:Lost Country Band, enjoy the best in classic country music. July 30th, 7-11pm atthe VFW, Lakeview, MI. 50/50 Drawing, free popcorn, open to the public, byob.GRAND RAPIDS ACCORDION ENSEMBLE TO PERFORM Dont missa wonderful night of toe tappin music by this entertaining ensemble! There will bea free concert in Brooks Park (downtown Newaygo) on Sunday, July 31. The concertwill start at 6:30 p.m. Preceding the concert, Family of God Community Churchinvites everyone to a free dinner of grilled hotdogs - also served in the park from5:30-6:30 p.m. Make sure to bring your lawn chairs and plan to be entertained! Afreewill offering will be taken. In case of rain, the concert will be held at Family ofGod Community Church, 90 Quarterline, Newaygo. If you have questions, pleasecall the church office at 652-6500.

MUSIC BY THE POND 2011 - Presented by Glen Curtis Foundation, Villageof Edmore and Edmore Chamber of Commerce. Location: Gazebo next to CurtisPond - Sheldon St. - Edmore. When: Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm July 31 and Aug28. Please bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. In case of rain all shows will bemoved into the Curtis Building. JULY - Ionia - Maple Valley Community Band hasa new program this year which includes a variety of music. We will hear Dixie Land,marches and some swing. This 30 piece band has musicians from all over includingBelding, Ionia, Vermontville, Greenville, Grand Rapids and many other surroundingareas. AUGUST - Gravel Ridge come and listen to music performed by one ofour areas local bands. They will perform bluegrass for our listening enjoyment. Ourevening of music will wind down the Edmore Potato Festival with ice cream beingserved by the local Edmore area Chamber of Commerce.

Starting August 1, 2011 the Monday Night Euchre Games at the Sheridan

VFW Post will Resume at the upper level of the post. All euchre games will start at6:30pm on every Monday evening. You do not need to bring a partner. Partners willbe selected by a draw for each game. We will play eight games each e vening and thecost to play is two dollars per evening for all eight games. Euchres will cost extra.

The Newaygo County Mobile Food Pantry is scheduled at the following locationsto distribute free food to individuals and families in need. Please do not arrive morethan 30 minutes prior to the scheduled delivery time. Bring your own container tohold 50 lbs of food. You will check in upon arrival unless otherwise stated. Monday,August 1st, 5pm, Fremont United Methodist Church, Fremont; Tuesday, August2nd, 10am, Northland Church of Christ, Newaygo/Grant; Wednesday, August3rd, 5pm, Grant Christian Reformed Church, Grant; Friday, August 5th, 10am, St.

Joseph Catholic Church, White Cloud - Sponsored by White Cloud Area Churches;Saturday, August 6th, 10am, Pine Grove Community, Howard City/Croton.

Ensley Baptist Church - Vacation Bible School is August 1-5 from 9:30am to12:00pm.

Deerfield Bible Church - Vacation Bible School, 759 150th Ave. Morley, MI.Contact Jan Eckert 231-856-7870. Ages 4-13, August 1-5 from 9am to 11:30am.SunSurf Beach Bash!

Village of Howard City - 2011 Music in the Park - Every Tuesday night 7pmto 9pm. Located at Ensley Park in Downtown Howard City thru August 16. August2nd: Showdown - Rock/Classic Rock/Old School R&B. Showdowns Classic Rocksound is a perfect fit for those who find less to love in todays music and enjoy morethe glory of days of rock. Aug 9th: Country Sides Band - Come and enjoy some oldcountry music, polkas, waltz and dance music by the best sax player in the country,featuring Jerry Bissell, Gene Harris, Noreen Gondre and Don Kik. August 16th: Bo

White & The Bluezers - A multi-talented band whose main philosophy is to havefun! Based in rhythm and blues, individual band members experience covers thespectrum of popular music including rock, country, combo, jazz, classic rock, oldiesand big band. Rain Schedule: In case of inclement weather the concerts will be heldat Zellies Opry House at 230 Edgerton Street. Sponsored by: Village of Howard City,Howard City DDA, Reynolds Township, Pierson Township, Firstbank of HowardCity and the Panhandle Chamber of Commerce.

Senator Judy Emmons will be the speaker at the Lakeview Area Seniorsmeeting on Tuesday, August 2nd at 2:00 PM at the Lakeview United Church ofChrist Fellowship Hall. Come with any questions or concerns about our state of theState, Judy will be happy to address your inquires.

Heritage Village celebrates its 25th anniversary with its annual HeritageFestival, Aug. 4-6 in Montcalm Heritage Village, located on Montcalm CommunityColleges Sidney Campus. The three day celebration features historical displays,events, refreshments and music for all ages. There will also be a book sale and yardsale. Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritagevillage.aspx for more information.

Bob Milne Concert - Ragtime and boogie-woogie pianist Bob Milne returns toMontcalm Community Colleges Barn Theater for one performance at 7pm on Aug.5th during the Heritage Festival. Milne demonstrates the showy styles of the ragtimeera on the piano and highlights his tunes with stories and commentaries about themusic and musicians of the mid 1800s through the 1920s. Tickets are $10 and willbe available at the door beginning at 6:30pm. Contact MCC Dean of Instructionand Faculty Gary Hauck at [email protected] or call 989-328-1234 for moreinformation.

Heritage Festival pancake breakfast - The Montcalm Community CollegeFoundation hosts its pancake breakfast from 7am to 10am, August 6th in MCCsActivities Building, during the 24th Annual Heritage Festival. The cost is $5 perperson in advance or $6 at the door. Proceeds from the breakfast support MCCscholarships. Advance tickets are available by calling 989-328-1284 or by [email protected]. Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritagevillage.aspx for moreinformation about Heritage Festival.

Grant Wrestling Clubs Summer Wrestling Clinic: Featuring 2X OlympicCoach Rob Hermann, August 6, 2011. Schedule - 8am-9am check in, 9am-12:00Session 1, 12:00-12:30 break/lunch, 12:30-3:30 Session 2. Preregistration fee $50includes lunch and t -shirt. The clinic will be held at Grant High School, 331 E.State St. Grant MI. For more information contact: [email protected] or TamiMontney at 231-206-1202.

Food: Aug. 9th at Howard Citys Music in the park. We will be serving SloppyJoes, cookies and drink for $3.00. Popcorn will be $1.00 per bag. Quilt Tickets will beon sale 6 for $5.00 All proceeds go to the Friends of the Library.

Pierson Outdoor Market, 21751 Cannonsville Rd. Pierson, next to Sticks-N-Stones Etc. and J&H Family Stores. 10am to 6pm $10 Spot. Schedule as follows:August 12th, North Country Band begins at 10am, open jam 1pm to 3pm; August13th, Oh Brother Band, 11am to 3pm; August 26th open jam 10am to 3pm; August27th open jam 10am to 3pm; Sept. 9th open jam 10am to 3pm; Sept. 17th open jam10am to 3pm; Sept. 23rd open jam 10am to 3pm and Sept. 24th open jam 10am to3pm. For more information call Stacy at 616-636-8677 or stop in to Sticks-N-Stones.Check us out on FACEBOOK/Pierson Outdoor Market or www.sticks-n-stonesetc.com. Book your spot today!

Horns of Power Concert Saturday, August 20th at 8:00 at the GHS PerformingArts Danish Festival - $10

Lakeview High School Alumni (this includes any former Lakeview High Schoolstudent & guest from 2011 & earlier) and retired teachers are invited to attend theannual Alumni Banquet, to be held at the Lakeview High School, on Sunday,September 11, 2011. The cost is $13 per person, with open house at 11am a nd dinnerserved at 1pm. Reservations must be made prior to August 31st by sending payment,your name, maiden name (if applicable) and year of graduation to: Arnold KemptonTreasurer at 8128 5 Mile rd, Mecosta Mi 49332. If you can not attend and desire acopy of the 2010 Secretarys report, please send a self addressed stamped envelope to:Bernard Behrenwald, PO Box 149, Lakeview MI 48850. Questions may be directedto Arnold at 231-972-8518 or Bernard at 989-352-7945. Please spread the wordto out of town classmates. Last year we started a new program. It is in Memory ofa Lakeview High School Graduate. Someone will receive $100.00 at the Alumnidinner this year.

Vendors needed for a Womens Expo to be held on Oct. 15 at Pine GroveChurch and sponsored by Stillwaters Counseling Center. Tables will be $50.00which includes lunch. For more information call Judy at 231-937-4031 or Brooke


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Board of Education VacancyTri County Area Schools is now seeking applications to filla board vacancy. Anyone interested must be a resident ofthe Tri County Area School District and should submit Let-ter of Interest and Resume to: Allen Cumings, Tri CountyArea Schools, 94 Cherry Street, PO Box 79, Sand Lake,MI 49343 or To: [email protected]. Deadlinefor applications is Friday, August 5, 2011, by 12:00 p.m.Interviews will take place on Wednesday, August 10 , 2011.

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$11,995

2005 GULFSTREAM CONQUESTQuad Bunks, Front Bedroom, A/C

$12,995

2007 FOREST RIVER WILDWOODTwo Slides, Bunk House, A/C

$15,995

2005 FLEETWOOD GEARBOX300 Toy Hauler, Slps 8, 3 Axle, Awning

$7,495

2009 SUZUKI V-STROM 650Hard Saddle, Bags & Trunk.

$44,995

2003 SOUTHWIND 36EV-10, 2 Slides, 26,000 Miles.

$14,995

2007 TIMBERLAND TIMBERLODGEUpper Level Bunk House, Frnt BR, Full

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