https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-01-07.pdf db6205a0c95502885e67f0a600bcea38 PDF Text Text BULK rate LI VS. POSTAGE u*v■. 2i? w cwhu4r9c0-hixs.ti ■w-x.cy Paid Hast^gsJ4149058 Permit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 1 —Tuesday, January 7, 1997 Vermontville EMTs’ new ambulance ready to go by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Vermontville EMTs have something to celebrate — a new ambulance! Thanks to township offi­ cials, the vehicle was pur­ chased in October and is now fully equipped and ready to service the community. Township officials said the goal is to provide the best equiopment possible for both the fire fighters and the ambu­ lance crew, even though funds are limited. "Our old amublance was 14 years old," said Township Su­ pervisor Russell Laverty. Funds are limited but this is a priority.". Laverty also said that the last major purchase made by Vermontville Township was a new tanker for the fire depart­ ment. "That was just four years ago," he said. "And it wasn't new, but new to Vermontville Township." According to Laverty, the township purchased a used fuel tanker and then made many renovations. That tanker, now used to fight fires, is new for all practical purposes. Ambulance Director Shirley Harmon said she was very impressed with the purchase and said that one of the biggest advantages is space. "We had no room in the back of the other ambulance," she said. "This has lots of space to store our equipment, and lots of room to work." Harmon said that whenever a medical emergency arises, at least four crew memebers are involved, three in the ambu­ lance, making adequate room to work a necessity. "We always have one per­ son remain at the department for dispatch, a driver and two in the rear of the ambulance for patient care," she said. There are at least 14 people involved right now, including 11 medical personnel and then three drivers. "We have 11 medical per­ sonnel," said Harmon. "Some are EMTs, others are first re­ sponders." Along with the new vehi- See New ambulance P. 3 Vermontville Ambulance officials now can better service the community thanks to the purchase of this new ambulance. (Back from left) Chris Harmon, James Wright, Darwin (Smoky) Alldaffer, Rod Harmon, Monty O'Dell, Joe Ancona (Front row) Shirley Harmon, Shaun Ancona, Wendy Wright, Marilyn Frith, and Marianne Martin. Hartwell tallies career high in Lions’ trip to Palace Chris Hartwell's career high of 14 points did not come Thursday on any basic basketball floor. His total was scored on the same court that one of the NBA's hottest teams call home. Hartwell's 14-point effort, that included four 3-pointers, highlighted Maple Valley's appearance at the Palace in Auburn Hills where Coach Jerry Reese's team fell to Portland High 64-52. The Detroit Pistons may have "Horse Power", but Hartwell certainly showed off some of the "Lions Power." "He (Hartwell) was on fire," Reese said of his guard's shooting performance. Mike Heyboer tallied 11 points. Jim Mitchell and Trent Harvey each added 7 markers, also for the varsity Lions. Harvey was credited with two assists, while Heyboer collected two steals. Leading the way for the victorious Raiders were Nick Pohl, 12 points, and Pete Dakovic, 11 points. Maple Valley trailed after one quarter 16-12 and 35-24 at the half. In the third quarter, the Lions' defense improved and held the Raiders to 11 points, managing 12 themselves. In total, the Lions drained six 3-pointers, but were not as fortunate at the free throw line. Maple Valley was 2-of-4 from the charity stripe, while Portland made 19-of-29 attempts. Reese also mentioned rebounding as a major difference between the two teams. "Their rebounds caused us a lot of problems," Reese said. U Their rebounds caused us a lot of problems. (We had) no defensive rebounds. — Jerry Reese "(We had) no defensive rebounds." The whole experience of playing at the Palace was thoroughly enjoyed by those associated with the Maple Valley basketball family. "(It was) just an awesome feeling being out on that floor," Reese said. "The true meaning will occur years from now. All involved will have fond memories." The basketball game turned out to be a community event. The players, cheerleaders, parents and fans all- took something away from the bus rides, the hotel stay and the hoop contest itself. Portland High was invited to play in the game and contacted Maple Valley to see if they would like to join them in the contest. Todd Gonser, Maple Valley's athletic director, was mainly responsible for organizing the event and Burr Hartenburg first scheduled the contest. Administrators Alan McLean, Larry Lenz, bus drivers Bob Harvey and Sarah Mapes and coach Scot Lenz were others who helped to make the time in Auburn Hills a successful adventure. "What a great feeling of support," Reese said. "So many parents and fans traveling that far to support our youth. It was just an awesome experience." In This Issue • Two young accident victims recovering nicely • There’s ‘fowl playing’ at Chase’s Maple Grove Bird House • Nashville adds new police officer • ‘Sewing Bee’ to help Eaton County homeless �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997 — Page 2 Two young accident victims recovering nicely Writer's note: The Maple I "This was all just a terrible the truck, which was put out Valley News covered this un-^ 'accident," he said during a re- by his father in law, and fortunate accident and has tried cent interview. "My father in headed to Pennock Hospital to keep the community law poured old gas onto that with the windows down. "The quicker the heat was abreast ofthe girls' recovery. brush fire, conditions were Thanks to the support ofthe just right and in minutes we diminished the better Off they community andprayers, these had a very serious situation. would be," he said he- kept little girls are back in school Using gas on fires should be telling himself. Wife Renita was working at against the law. People don't and will make afull recovery. realize just how dangerous it the hospital and when she re­ by Cindy J. Smith ceived that call to come to the is." Staff Writer Both girls were rushed to emergency room, she thought After many months of med­ water right after the incident, it was just that they needed ical treatment and prayers and then to Pennock Hospital, extra help. from the community, two lit­ from that point on, Alex "I had no idea what was go­ tle girls from Nashville are Napier said, the day became a ing on," she said. "And then back in school and doing well. blur. when I got downstairs and saw Both were severely burned "It happened so fast," he Aaron, I thought probably one in August in what many said. "I felt the heat, looked of the girls had fallen and called a freak accident. over and the girls' hair was needed stitches, I wasn't at all Ashley and Amber Napier just singed. My truck also prepared for what I was about were just collecting sticks to caught fire." to see." roast hot dogs with their fa­ When Renita saw her little Napier picked up one daugh­ ther while their grandfather ter and headed to water. His girls, she said that all she felt and grandmother burned brush mother in law also burned fol­ was numb, but knew that she on the family farm. Within lowed with the younger sib­ had to remain strong. Losing seconds a happy afternoon ling. Little Kayla Napier was her head wouldn't help the sit­ turned tragic and a valuable so frightened that she ran and uation. lesson about using gasoline hid. The girls at that point were on fires was cemented into After dousing the girls in no longer in pain, but they Aaron (Alex) Napier's head. the lake, he loaded them into were in shock, and once IVs were administered they were transported immediately to Bronson Bum Unit in Kalamazoo. • ’’The best bum unit in the state," he said. ■ Alex said after that terrible accident, he was. in shock, as was his father in law and mother in faw. "They both felt just terri­ ble," he said. "It was an acci­ dent, but my father in law was in pretty rough shape for a while." After that what the young couple and their family was about to witness was far be­ yond anything that they had ever imagined. "It was so awful,” remem­ bered Renita. "Little Amber was severely burned on her face and neck and had to be put on a respirator to. prevent a problem breathing when swelling began from the bums." She said that sister Ashley was awake and alert through­ out most of her stay at the For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from. We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Hours: Monday - Friday Come try our Xerox machine... capable of collating, copying and stapling 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Char otte _thograph 144 S. Cochron • Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 no. A Division of J-Ad Graphics After a terrible accident last fall these three little girls are once again happy and healthy. Parents Aaron and Renita Napier of Nashville counted their blessings over the holidays and wish to thank all of their friends and neighbors who helped them through their ordeal. hospital, but Amber did not $4,000 was raised by friends open her eyes for almost a at the Outboard Inn in Nashville, the Bliss matched month. "We thought at one point those funds with savings that we might lose her," said bonds for his girls. Soon afterward, another Aaron. "It was truly a miracle benefit was planned by family that she came through it." Her stay in the hospital was members, which also netted six weeks including rehab, and substantial funds. All was put he credits her recovery to the to good use. "We do have good medical support and prayers of the insurance," he said. "I can't community. "Everyone has done so imagine having this sort of much," he said. "Local thing happen with no insur­ churches put them on their ance." The Napiers said that hospi­ prayer lists, neighbors and friends came to the hospital to tal bills exceeded $250,000. help us through the ordeal and Now the girls are finally family members helped back back home, Mom and Dad are home with Kayla. Throughout the ordeal, Alex See Accident victims P 3 wanted to be with his daugh­ ters at the hospital and he said that the support from his employer, E.W. Bliss, was tremendous. "They let me know right away that my job would be there when this was over," he said. "Fellow employees came to the hospital and then there was the benefit. Napier said that when LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ....... 7 Sunday School..... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship .... 11 a.m. .Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.............9:30 a.m. Worship Service......... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship... ,... 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class....... ....... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN ml. East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service........................... ...6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service............................ 11 P.M. Service.............................. 7 Wed. Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. .Worship......... 11 a.m. .After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997 — Page 3 NEW AMBULANCE, continued from front— School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu milk. Honey will be served Note: Breakfast sold dai­ with rolls to lower fat content, ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents low fat dressings will be — cereal, muffin or donut, offered. juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate or white milk or Maple Valley whole milk. Fuller Street School Wednesday, Jan. 8 Fish on bun, augratin potatoes, banana, milk. Thursday, Jan. 9 Salad bar or hamburg w/bun, tator rounds, apple juice. Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 8 Friday, Jan. 10 Chicli/crackes, pickle spears, pear, peanut butter sandwich. Hot dog w/bun, french fries, pickle spear, fruit cocktail. Thursday, Jan. 9 Monday, Jan. 13 Hamburger/bun, fresh fruit, pudding. French toast, w/syrup, sausage links, orange juice, scrambled eggs. corn, Friday, Jan. 10 Pizza, peas, applesauce. Tuesday, Jan. 14 Monday, Jan. 13 Chili w/salad bar, tossed salad, garlic toast, peaches. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of Taco’s/Nacho Pcs., lettuce/cheese, pear, graham cracker. Tuesday, Jan. 14 Com dog, peas, fruit jello, cookie. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 8 Spaghetti, garden salad, roll, margarine, pears. Thursday, Jan. 9 Hamburger gravy, whipped potatoes, carrots, peaches, muffin, salad bar. Friday, Jan. 10 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce, bread, margarine. Monday, Jan. 13 Burrito/sauce, rice, green beans, pears, cookie, bread, margarine. Tuesday, Jan. 14 Thinking about quitting offered in Charlotte “Freedom From Smok­ ing,” co-sponsored by Hayes Green Beach Hospital and the American Lung Association, will offer a free introductory session “Thinking About Quitting” Monday, Jan. 13, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the HGB Hospital Classroom, 321 E. Harris, Charlotte (ad­ jacent to the stone mansion). The class series begins on Jan. 20, with meetings scheduled on Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 5, 10, 17 and March 3. To best serve the needs of the group, class time will be determined by the participants during the introductory session. The fee for the entire series is $60. During the class series, par­ ticipants will learn to understnad their habit, learn how to modify behavior, relax and avoid relapse. Call (517) 543-1050, exten­ sion 200 to register for the free introductory session. ACCIDENT VICTIMS back to work and things are somewhat on a normal sched­ ule. Ashley and Kayla are busy with school and friends and little Amber has finally returned to Head Start. "We still have doctors visits now and then and the girls have to wear pressure suits for the next year," said Renita. "Those help with proper heal­ ing. But, they will not have to have any more surgery." Aaron said that doctors told them the brain sends messages to repair skin that has been Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 Chili, crackers, pickles, com bread, cherry crisp, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. cle, personnel also have got­ ten some new equipment and additional training. "We now have a pulse oximeter," said Harmon. "It is a tool that when placed on the end of the patient's finger in­ dicates how much oxygen is in the blood. We can determine from that whether we need to put the patients on oxygen." The crew also has some­ thing called a cpmbitube, which is used to provide a bet­ ter airway. It is a tube that is insurted through the patients throat and into the lungs. All ambulance personnel were required to take additional training in September, before either piece of equipmemt was used. Additional training also has taken place for an Automated External Defibrillator, which was purchased just four years ago. That machine, described as very sophisticated by some, automatically measures and analyzes heart rhythms, an important tool when dealing with a heart attack victim. "That purchase was possible because ofdonated money and fund-raisers," said Harmon. "There is a lot of training involved for our personnel," said Harmon. "In addition to any new training, our EMTs are required to take 30 hours of training over a three-year period and our first responders are required to take 18 hours." All would be considered worthwhile, even if just one life were saved as a result of the department's efforts, but it is amazing how many runs are made each year, according to Harmon. "Our runs are going up steadly," said Harmon. "Our average is now about 130 per year." Township officials and am­ bulance personnel were on hand at the Fire Barn just a few weeks ago for "Christmas Around the Village" and had the new ambulance opened up for tours. Many residents took advantage that day and learned about all of the equipment used during medical emergen­ cies. "This was quite a purchase for a township this size," said Vermontville Treasurer Erma Jean Baker. "But it was neces­ sary, to assure the best service possible to our community." HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — Got 10 minutes? 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It works. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997 — Page 4 There’s ‘fowl playing’ at Chase Maple Grove Bird House Many exotic birds can be located right here in Barry County! Don Chase and his feathered friends have become quite popular around the area! Peacocks like this one show off in front of company, Some of these birds are from as far away as China. Nashville quite regularly. Nashville, one may notice a large sign that says the Feathered friends that is. StaffWriter "Maple Grove Bird Barn." When traveling down Maple Friends are flying in these days to visit Don Chase of Grove Road just south of That's another name for Chase's barn which now houses more than 35 pens of birds, some from foreign countries. It all began several years ago, with just a few birds and CHERYL PIERCE, Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Mich. the need to keep busy. 517-852-2377 "My wife was sick with cancer at the time," he said. "She needed something to keep her busy while resting in ...for Men, the house and always enjoyed Women & Children bird watching." Chase wheeled her hospital Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm bed near a large window and by Cindy J. Smith CHERYL'S HAIR SHOP Hairstyles REDKEN Multi-Listing Service from Lake Michigan to Williamson, from St. Johns to Leslie Plus State and National through RLI. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. 2475 Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Office: (517) 726-0967 VERMONTVILLE SCHOOLS, Carlisle Hwy. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 10 acres. Home sits back from the road. Calf Joan. LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS, Saubee Road. 3 bedroom home with full basement, 2-car garage with workshop. Sits back from the road. Call Joan. ATTENTION DEVELOPERS - 75 acres for sale in the Mt. Pleasant area. Call Dixie. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS, Casgrove Street. A snug two bedroom home ready for You! Walking distance from Fuller Street Schools, one block from M-66 in Nashville. Fenced yard with 114-car garage. Call Rhea. 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START YOUR OWN WINERY - Vineyard is ready for your own personal touch. 27 acres with over 5,000 sq. ft. of buildings with office. Call Dixie. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. — MODEL HOME OPEN DAILY — Home that isT° T opeMA^K MnA dKaihhlyP.LANSn P.fLrAomNS 9 n-F0R F5 0aRt 2Y0UR Y4705URIonNEW NiaEWRd.H0MEH, 0VMerEm- oVist Vntivsitlleour o.ur HECKAMAN Model 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 • 517-726-0721 — HECKAMAN MODULAR HOMES ... WILL BUILD TO SUIT — This guy doesn't have a name, but is absolutely breath taking to watch. He resides in the Bird Bam on Maple Grove Road just south of Nashville. bought a pair of peacocks, which proved to be good company. "Those darn birds would watch her afternoon soaps with her through that big window," he laughed. "She enjoyed them so much that I got interested in buying a few more. Soon he hooked up a tele­ phone close to his wife's bed and she began "bird shop­ ping," calling all over the United States and making ap­ pointments to see prospective purchases. Once a peacock or pheasant was located, an ap­ pointment would be made and Chase would load up the pickup. Sometimes they would come home with a new bird and sometimes they would just have a good time visiting and bird watching. "We had some pretty big phone bills back then," he Said. "It took a lot of research to locate a bird and then make sure that it could adapt to Michigan environment." Many of those calls were made to the San Diego Zoo, where Chase had folks on the line letting him know just what kinds ofhabitat and feed were necessary to keep a par­ ticular bird healthy. He has since lost his wife, but the bird population at his farm just keeps on growing. Every day he spends hours at the "bird house" and is con­ stantly looking for a new and more exotic pheasants, pea­ cocks or ducks. His "flights" have taken him across the United States, and he has mail ordered his feathered friends from far away places such as India and China. "It's habit forming, you can't stop with just one or two," he said. "But I'm kind of particular about what I buy." Chase says he isn’t inter­ ested in just an exotic breed, the bird has to be pretty. "I generally won't buy it until I have seen it, or at least a photo," he said. "There are a lot of beautiful birds out there, but you have to be kind of careful when selecting one to bring home." His usual purchase is done with careful scrutiny: Is the bird healthy? Will it do well in the "bird house?" After the purchase, the new addition to his flock makes a temporary home in his barn, separated from others. That ar­ rangement is usually for 30 days to make sure that the bird is disease free. Special atten­ tion also is given to adapting the bird's diet and so on. "One might think that all of these birds would be hard to feed," Chase said. "But Mater's right in downtown Nashville keep me taken care of." Mater's Feed Store and More special orders a blend for his birds. Chase said there has never been a problem with any picky eaters. He said many people have stopped at his farm just to have a look around. They are curious about the birds and his way of life. His farm has been featured in several articles and some of his birds have even been on television. "Yeah, we were on TV once," he said. "And also fea­ tured in an article written by Consumers Power Company. First the meter man arrived, then he came back with his family. Pretty soon another gal was out from the power company, and before I knew it I was a feature in their monthly magazine!" His gets more pleasure however from smaller visi­ tors. "I love it when kids come out to see the birds," he said. "I’ll never forget when one lit­ tle girl was out and I gave her a chicken to take home. Her mother asked where in the world they would keep it and I said I thought a box in the front room was just fine!" Putting all kidding aside, Chase welcomes visitors to the "bird house," but says that you may want to wait till spring. "In the spring when the peacock's feathers are in bloom, they are absolutely beautiful," he said. "It is something that everyone can appreciate." VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville �The Maple Valley .News, Nashville, Tuesday, January, 7, 1997 — Page 5 Nashville adds new police officer Nashville Police Chief Jim Falk has announced the addi­ tion of another full-time offi­ cer to the village force. Michael Theodore Kolassa began his duties Jan. 1 on full-time status, he had been serving the force on a part time basis since last August. Kolassa came on board with what Falk describes as a "great deal of dedication to his em­ ployer." "When we set up interviews for this position and Kolassa was contacted, he was forced to decline due to his former work schedule. He wanted very badly to have the oppor­ tunity to take a position here but refused to 'call in sick' to make an interview because he felt responsible to his former employer," said Falk. "We set up another inter­ view time for Mike and were very impressed with his quali­ fications," said Falk. "He in­ terviewed very well." Kolassa's prior experience includes work as a security guard, and a part time officer with the Homer Police De- department before," he said. "That officer told me that Nashville was a' wonderful community and that the de­ partment was well run." Kolassa said that those words have proven to be true, and he is very happy with the current arrangement. He also said that there is something about a small community like Nashville that makes one feel right at home. It has turned put to be much like what he dreamed of as a youngster. "I always wanted to be a po­ lice officer, ever since I was little," said Mike. "It is my chance to make a difference and every day will bring about a new challenge:" He added that he is a "team player" and like other officers on the force wants Nashville Michael Kolassa to be a safe place raise a fam­ partment in a small commu­ nity northeast of Battle Creek. ily. That force includes two full­ He said that he had been en­ couraged to apply in Nashville time and one part-time officer by a former officer of the de­ in addition to Falk, keeping the village covered almost partment. "A friend of mine, also a around the clock seven days a police officer, did work in this week. 53 Books available on the shelf at Sunfield Public Library Monthly meetings of the board of the Sunfield District Library are held the third Monday of the month at 5 p.m. in the library. The public is always invited to attend. The next meeting is Jan. 20 and the annual budget will be discussed.. The library' has begun to receive its supply oftax forms and has a new service to offer this year, a CD-ROM of Federal Tax Forms supplied by the IRS, which can be used on public use computer to ob­ tain copies of forms. The library also has the reproduci­ ble forms, .volume one, as well a a small supply of the standard 'forms. New Books: Through the Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 15 — 4-H Advisory Council Extension Office, Hastings. Jan. 21 & 28 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more information call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Jan. 23 — 4-H Poultry Meeting 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building, Hastings. Jan. 25 — 4-H Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 27 — 4-H Rabbit Judging and Meat Animals Workshop, 7 p.m., Hastings High School, Hastings. Jan. 31-Feb. 2 — 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 4 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more infor­ mation call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. (Until further notice our office will be closed daily from 12-1 p.m. Thank you.) generosity oftwo former Sun­ field residents, the library has been able to purchase a new Grolier’s Academic American Encyclopedia, deluxe library edition. With it came a CDROM version of the multi­ media Grolier’s encyclopedia. This encyclopedia is written at the senior high school/adult level and is an addition to the encyclopedia collection. It will be for use in the library only (no checkout) and will enable the library to let cir­ culate the 1986 version of the World Book encyclopedia which is so popular. Other new books: 50th An­ niversary Dr. Spock’s Baby and Child Care; The Direc­ tory of Saints — A Concise Guide to Patron Saints; The Fallen Man by Tony Hillerman; The Columbia Dic­ tionary ofFamiliar Quotations — Famous Lines; and a new collection of Berenstain Bear Family Time Books — Say Please and Thank You, On the Road, Back to School, Bed­ time Story, Help Around the House, and, Hold Hands at the Big Mall. IW Short Cuts $29” "SIted 10 VISITS $24" • Hair Problems • Hard Water Product Build-up • Chlorine, Heat, Styling TANNING PACKAGES Damage • Harsh Chemical Services • Air Pollution • Moisture Depletion • Protein Loss • Frizz and Split Ends... WE CAN FIX IT! |! Askfor the... ! Ultimate Treatment. ..s 15 With... Malibu Treatment. Now Selling...Kenra, Lanza, Body Drench, Matrix and Back to Basics Phone 948*9392 227 E. 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For more information on the wide range of business printing services we have to offer, call 945-9554 to arrange a free, no obligation consultation. the best placefor the best business printing at the bestprice—guaranteed. Call Today... (616) 945-9554 or 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997 — Page 6 'Sewing Bee’ to help Eaton County homeless expected to last throughout the day. Staff Writer "We plan to wrap things up Those who love to sew and would like to something by 6 p.m.," said Ellard. Ellard said that the idea be­ worthwhile for the commu­ nity, may want to put gan with a donation of flan­ Wednesday, Jan. 8, on their nel, and from there things calendars and be part ofan an­ skyrocketed. "There were so many people nual sewing bee which will benefit homeless people who made this all possible," she said, "like one lady who throughout Eaton County. Mona Ellard of the Eaton had found a $20 bill on the sidewalk." County Extension office has Ellard said that the woman announced that a "Sewing told her that when finding the Bee” has been scheduled, and money she laid it on her help is needed. "Last year we tried this and dresser and decided that the were very successful," she good Lord would let her know said. "We made many children what to do with it. The same day when reading the paper very happy." She said that for some she saw the story about the warm pajamas are taken for upcoming sewing bee. "She went out and bought a granted, but for others they are whole bolt of really nice flan­ a real luxury. "Many of these children are nel, elastic and all sorts of not sleeping in the best of things to help with the pro­ conditions," she said. "There ject," said Ellard. "And then are organizations who donate there were others who donated outer clothing like coats and patterns and banding. Results were many pairs of boots, but pajamas are also a PJs that were donated to the necessity." This year activities will get Eaton County Homeless Pro­ under way at 10 a.m. and are ject and quality time for many by Cindy J. Smith Diana s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 MAPLE VALLEY Rea* Estate ( A \ K 1< We encourage everyone to attend, sewing enthusiasts, 4-Hers and anyone else interested in helping out. The main thing is to come and enjoy working together to benefit children in our community. — Mona Ellard area 4-Hers and community leaders. "We had many children and parents working side by side that day with a common goal," said Ellard. "Women from the Family Community Education Association (formerly the Eaton County Homemakers) were there, 4Hers and people from all walks of life." She added that many walked in carrying their sewing ma­ chines and stayed for the entire day. Others came and went as schedules permitted. One such volunteer was Peggy Papoi, who is a 4-H sewing leader. "This whole project was re­ ally something," said Peggy. "I brought along one of my older 4-Hers and we had a good time." She added that discussions about the event also were valuable at home. "The whole concept just blew my children's minds," she said. "They couldn't be­ lieve that there were kids liv­ ing that close to us who didn't MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., ST. NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*1915 REALTOR* Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) MLS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available In Nashville, comfortable, 2 (possible 3) bedroom ranch home with garage & breezeway; on large lot with mature shade trees, nice garden spot and straw­ berry bed. Call for showing — owners moving south. (N-49) Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells............................... 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(N-50) JUST LISTED: IN NASHVILLE - between Vermontville & Nashville. "In the country." Call Nyle for more details. (VL-41) APPROX. 3 ACRES TRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF THREE ROLLING & WOODED PAR­ CELS: (B) 2.2 acres................. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres................. $9,500. (E) 11.35 acres........... $19,300. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITES - 4 rolling par­ cels with woods. Walk-out sites. If you're looking for a charming location to build your dream home, these 10-15 acre parcels are it. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home pack­ ages. (VL-52) NASHVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 bath. This home has been com­ pletely remodeled with great room & open stairway. A must see. Call Nyle for an appoint­ ment. (N-51) NOW AVAILABLE: 3 PARCELS • 1.2 EACH Priced from $7,000 to $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Parcels will be surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-46) ACRES 237.6 ACRES PRIME FARM LAND - Fully tiled, frontage on three roads. Land contract terms. Call Nyle for more details. _____ (VL-53) own a pair of pajamas. It taught them to be much more appreciative of the things that they sometimes take for granted, of how privileged they really are." Anyone wishing to partici­ pate, rather all day or any por­ tion ofthe day should come to the extension office with ne­ cessities such as scissors and pins. "We encourage everyone to attend, sewing enthusiasts, 4Hers and anyone else inter­ ested in helping out,” said El­ lard. "The main thing is to come and enjoy working to­ gether to benefit children in our community." Those who need additional information about the event can call the Eaton County Ex­ tension office at (517) 543­ 2310. ‘Lifesteps’ weight loss series to start A “Lifesteps” weight reduction series will start at the Hayes Green Beach por­ table classroom with a free orientation tonight (Jan. 7) at 7 p.m. The classes will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 21. The cost for the 16 classes, plus individual sessions with a registered dietitian, is $160. Participants will be asked to meet privately with a Registered Dietitian before the Jan. 21 starting date. There will be a sign-up sheet at the free orientation session. A panel of instructors will be available to answer questions. Lifesteps is conducted by a team of trained health profes­ sionals. During the program, participants will receive in­ dividual attention, learn to recognize their eating and ac­ tivity patterns and, when necessary, change them. The 16-week program lets participants select meals from the foods they already use and enjoy. They will learn how to fit exercise into daily life and gain added encouragement of seeing others control their weight. To register, call Brenda Schofield, Community Educa­ tion Coordinator at (517) 543-1050, extension 200. In Memoriam IN MEMORIAM In memory of BiUy Ray Maker Jr., who passed away January 8, 1990 People say it gets easier with time. It’s been 7 years and it still feels like it was yesterday. We know your in a much better place, away from your iUness and pain. But our hearts still ache everyday without you. We love and miss you! Mom & Dad, Grandma Merrick, BUI,, Beckey, ecey, Kelly, ey, Max and Katie Fresh As A Daisy Ideas ^Tips From Home Economists At Daisy Brand Sour Cream Saving Fat Grams With Sour Cream (NAPS)—No matter how hard you try to convince your family about the importance of reducing fat grams, if a dish doesn’t taste good, they won’t eat it. So, the only way to be sure your family eats healthier is to serve them low-fat meals that are so delicious they won’t even notice how healthy they are. Many favorite ingredi­ ents, such as sour cream, come in low-fat versions that are delicious. On baked potatoes, you can use light sour cream, such as Daisy Light and add only 2.5 grams offat per two tablespoons as compared to 24 grams offat for butter. Low-fat sour cream can serve as a sensational sub­ stitute in salad dressing, as part of nachos, or served sweetened with berries. It’s especially useful in cutting fat grams and adding creamy flavor to mayonnaise-based dress­ ings. Here are recipes for tangy Twice Baked Potatoes and a crisp and crunchy Apple Waldorf Salad. Twice Baked Potatoes 5 large potatoes 1 T. onion flakes 1/2 c. low-fat cottage­ cheese 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/2 c. Daisy Light Sour Cream lii teaspoon parsley, chopped 1/8 c. skim milk 2.5 oz. reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, shredded 1. Bake potatoes at 375°F for 1 1/2 hours until soft. 2. Slice potatoes in half lengthwise. Scoop out potato, saving the skin. 3. Mash potatoes. Add remaining ingredients except Cheddar cheese; blend together until smooth. 4. Fill potato skins and top with 1 table­ spoon Cheddar cheese. 5. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until hot. 6. Can be made ahead of time and refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen. Light sour cream oners creamy delicious flavor and few fat grams in such favorites as baked potatoes, salads, nachos and desserts. Yield: 10 servings Per serving (1/2 pota­ to): 181 cal, 3 gm fat, 8 gm pro, 33 gm carb, 8 mg chol, 207 mg sodium, 3 gm dietary fiber Daisy Light Sour Cream makes this recipe rich, creamy and healthy, without the addi­ tion ofbutter or margarine which would substantially increase bothfat and calories. Recipe makeover modified from “What’s Cooking at the Cooper Clinic” ©1992 by It’s Cooking, Inc. Apple Waldorf Salad Granny Smith apple Red Delicious apple T. lemon juice c. chopped celery T. slightly chopped pecan halves 1/4 c. raisins 1/4 c. Daisy Light Sour Cream Dash of cinnamon Dash of nutmeg 1 T. light mayonnaise Purple cabbage or lettuce leaves (optional) 1 1 1 1/2 1 1. Chop unpeeled ap­ ples; sprinkle with lemon juice. 2. Add other ingredi­ ents; combine gently. 3. Serve on purple cabbage leaf or lettuce leaf. Yield: 4 servings Per Serving (1/2 cup): 110 cal, 4 gm fat, 2 gm pro, 19 gm carb, 5 mg chol, 32 mg sodium, 2 gm dietary fiber By substituting Daisy Light in place ofmayon­ naise in a standard Apple WaldorfSalad recipe, this makeover reduced fat per 112 cup servingfrom 15 gm to only 4 gm. Recipe makeover modifiedfrom 'What's Cooking at the Cooper Clinic' ©1992 by It’s Cooking, Inc. 50% Off All Silk Flower Arrangements and Pic’s Mapes Florist 207 North Main Street, Nashville • Phone 852-2050 TOLL FREE 1-800-445-2050 (in and out ofstate state) B Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997 — Page 7 AAA Michigan offers snowmobile safety tips Owners of more than 264,000 registered snowmobiles in Michigan should ensure that safety is their co-pilot before they hit the trail this winter, advises AAA Michigan. “Though most snowmobile riders safely enjoy Michigan’s popular outdoor sport, rising crash and injury members are a major concern to all snowmobilers, said AAA Community Safety Services Manager Jerry Basch. “Ex­ cessive speed, alcohol and rider inexperience is a for­ mula that last season combin­ ed to produce record tragic results,” said Basch. During the 1995-96 season, a record 45 persons died in 42 crashes. Compare that to the 1994-95 winter, when 18 crashes claimed 18 lives. Alcohol and speed were prin­ cipal factors in last winter’s accidents, he said. Alcohol was involved in two-thirds of the fatalities. Excessive speed was a fac­ tor in 36 of the 42 reported fatal crashes last season. *» life W Anisins especially ifthe ice is less than 6 inches thick. Never travel on rivers, where ice thicknesses can vary. Watch for animals, fences, tree stumps and stretched wire that may be concealed by snow. Like a car, snowmobiles are often theft targets. Take the R R ^■^IlljUH, totebra Rkj, MuH i tit jm fnWfejtilj, ™® llmtn^ ®* tiki(ttf«ta W. tMP®' hWjIllift llHIpbUfi pn,ll?i«i>l*l iptiiuu t^M®1 irtfest {ufayife itt nil JiiikBi|fe tato skin wiitiai# iliilk- WilM G ,ssiiW wljf? :trnua the State Department of Natural Resources’ Forest Management Division at (517) 373-4175, or by writing to Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Forest Management Division, P.O. Box 30452, Lansing, MI 48909-7952. * Always wear a helmet. If a "full-face" model isn’t available, combine helmet with protective eyewear and face mask. Avoid travel in severe cold. * Wear a snowmobile suit, insulated boots and mittens. Avoid scarves and other loose clothing which may be dangerous. * Let someone know your plans. Travel in groups in unfamiliar areas. * Pack a first-aid kit, compass, map, matches, an aluminum foil-type survival blanket, tool kit, rope and extra ignition key. $ Never drink alcohol before or while snowmobiling. * Use approved trails. Be considerate of private property. Never travel on a river. Avoid other bodies of water if ice is less than 6 inches thick. SSSl $ Be alert for animals, fences, tree stumps, stretched wire and other hazards. Compare Co National Brands and Save! iittet uidMitink^ a Jsffta iijapwiH tuitikai ta**’ ignition key when the machine *s parked, and chain and padlock your snowmobile. Never leave a snowmobile running unattended. Twenty maps showing more than 5,500 miles of statemaintained snowmobile trails are available free by calling $ $ Snowmobilers Play It Safe $ $ Obituaries ItK^ wt “Operating a snowmobile in­ get overconfident and go volves more thanjust knowing faster without realizing the how to start it,” Basch said. possible consequences.” “It takes coordination of The State Department of balance and weight transfer Natural Resources and the with throttle control.” Michigan Snowmobile “Snowmobiles can easily Association are joining to help travel more than 50 mph. Vi­ curb the rise in deaths and in­ sion and control become pro- juries through more enforce­ blems, especially on rough ment, pressing for mandatory terrain, when show is falling safety classes in the state and during periods of low Legislature, and emphasizing light,” Basch added. The mix some common-sense rules of of highway vehicles and the trail. AAA urges snowmobiles frequently leads snowmobilers to: to disaster. Steering can be • Wear a helmet. If a imprecise, especially on ice.” “full-face” model isn’t available, wear eye protection According to the State and face mask to guard Department of Natural against frostbite. Headlights Resources, snowmobile must be turned on even in registrations have jumped 26 daylight to be more easily percent since 1990, with an seen. estimated 20,000 to 25,000 •Dress warmly, added in Michigan as preferably in a snowmobile replacements or new suit, with insulated boots and machines each winter. “Some mittens. Don’t wear scarves sleds are literally hotrods on and other loose clothing that tracks,” Basch added. “High- can tangle in equipment or performance snowmobiles can passing objects. produce upward of 155 • Avoid snowmobiling horsepower, more than many alone in frigid weather or in cars,” he said. “Drivers can dangerous wind chill condi­ tions. Use the “buddy system” and let someone know your itinerary. • Pack a first-aid kit, com­ pass, map, matches, an aluminum foil-type survival blanket, tool kit, rope and ex­ tra ignition key. • Never drink alcohol before or while snowmobiling. Lonnie Ray Garvie • Travel on approved STURGIS - Lonnie Ray Johnny of Lansing, and Ricky; trails, or where allowed, on Garvie, age 39, passed away two sisters, Tonna Grubb of the right shoulder of the road. Saturday, December 28, 1996 Sturgis and Sheila Monroy of Be considerate of private in Sturgis. Athens; one halfbrother, Scott property. • Avoid bodies of water Mr Garvie was employed as of Hastings; three half sisters, K a cook at Herrmanns Restaur­ Kelly of Lagrange, Indiana, Tina Marie of Burr Oaks and ant in Sturgis. Mr. Garvie was preceded In Karen of Kalamazoo. B death by his Grandparents, Funeral services were held ood Harold and Velma Garvie; and Thursday, January 2, 1997 at one Brother, Robert Garvie. the Rosier Funeral Home, He is survived by five child­ Mapes-Fisher Chapel, ren, Lonnie R. Jr., Evelyn, Sunfield. April, Cheyenne and Autumn; Interment was in the parents, Nancy Garvie of Sunfield Cemetery. Lagrange, Indiana and John Memorial contributions and Marie Garvie of Vermont­ may be made in care of the ville; Four brothers, Neil of family, in memory of Lonnie. Angola, Indiana, James and Get The Best Look In Town At... I Central-Vite Vitamin C Oyster Shell Echinacea 300's 500 mg. 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To get you started, the Michigan Association of CPAs provides these 20 ways to boost your savings — and the return on your savings — in 1997 and in years to come. 1) Pare down your debt. Unless you can find an invest­ ment with an after-tax return that’s higher than what you’re paying on your debt (and that’s not likely), reducing your debt is the first step toward smart saving. 2) Track your spending. If you don’t have a clue about where your money goes, try monitoring your spending for a few months. Then look for ways to cut back spending and increase your savings. 3) Pay yourself first. As long as your debts are under control, put a pre-determined amount away in a savings plan each month before you make big-ticket purchases. 4) Make it automatic. Authorize your bank to transfer a set amount each month from your checking ac­ count to a savings account, mutual fund or another invest­ ment vehicle. 5) Maximize your 401(k) contribution. Remember every dollar you invest in this qualified retirement plan reduces your.gross income by the same amount. 6) Save the small stuff. Rather than cashing small checks you received for divi­ dend payments, insurance reimbursement, birthday gifts, and the like, deposit them in your savings account. NOTICE Castleton Township is requesting bids for snowplowing at the township hall property located at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Mi. Specifications may be obtained by contacting the clerk at 852­ 9479 or 852-9193. Bids must be received by 5 pm January 14, 1997.. The township reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk 200 NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W96 property taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of FMB Maynard Allen Bank on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 10th, 11th, 31st, and Feb. 1st, 14th, 15th, and 28th, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Feb. 28th will be returned. March 1st delinquent taxes may be paid to the Eaton County Treasurer with penalty and interest. Dog Licenses have changed. Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. After Feb. 28th they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN Sunfield Township Treasurer Phone 517-566-8913 7) Bank “extra” checks. If you get paid biweekly, two months out of the year you’ll get three instead of the usual two paychecks. Save those two checks and you’ll boost your savings significantly. . 8) Revise your W-4 form. If you got a large tax refund last year, reduce your withholding for 1997. You’ll get a bigger paycheck and you can save or invest the extra cash so that you — and not Uncle Sam — earns interest on your money. 9) Save your raise. Resolve to save the extra money you get in your paycheck after you’ve gotten a raise. Do the same with any bonuses you receive and you’ll really come out ahead. 10) Make it painless. If your adjustable rate mortgage adjusts downward, plan to save — not spend — your monthly windfall. 11) Reach for higher yields. To compete with money market mutual funds, some banks offer penalty-free Cer­ tificates of Deposit (CDs) — but watch out for hidden charges. 12) Put found money away. If you’re earning more than the Social Security withholding cap on payroll taxes, your Social Security deduction will stop before year-end. Take the portion of your salary that you previous­ ly turned over to the govern- Blood drive planned in Nashville A Red Cross blood drive will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 10, at the Castle­ ton Township Hall, 915 Reed St. in Nashville. The goal is 60 pints. Karen Despres, director of the Barry County chapter of the American Red Cross, said the blood supplies are low, but demand continues to be high. Anyone who is at least 17 years old, weighs at least 110 pounds, is in reasonably good health and hasn't given blood within 56 days of the date of the drive is eligible to con­ tribute. Starting at $549°° ment and put it toward your personal retirement savings. 13) Switch credit cards. With a credit card that charges less interest, you can pay off your balance faster and free up money for saving. 14) Open a “think twice” account. Every time you decide not to buy something, write a check for the amount you would have paid for the item and deposit it into a separate account. Before long, you’ll forget what you gave up and have a tidy sum to invest. 15) Pay down your mor­ tgage. 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To the residents and property owners of Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan, the owners of land within the Special Assessment District and any other interested persons: PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that an assessor’s plat called Thornapple Lake Assessor’s Plat has been ordered and has been filed with the Castleton Township Clerk at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michi­ gan. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held in the Castleton Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville on January 8, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. for the purpose of approving the plat and the special assessment district. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact the Castleton Township Board at least 7 days prior to the meeting by writing or calling the following: Castleton Township, 915 Reed St., Nashville, Ml 49073. Phone (517) 852-9479. Dated December 19,1996 Loma Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk �New Year! New Relationship To place your FREE ad IICS To listen to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, Call 1-900-860-2104 ONLY $1.99 per minute will be charged to your monthly telephone bill. You must De 18 years or older and have a touchtone phone 24 noun a day! the ultimate wa k Females Seeking Males Call 1-900-860-2104 % J'S BUBBLY BLONDE Blue-eyed SWF, 20, 5’3”, outgoing, laid-back, enjoys roller-skating, bowling, seeks trustworthy SM.Adf.3882 SIS ON A WHIM Attractive SF, 29,5*6”, dark hair, brown eyes, easygoing, enjoys thunderstorms, the outdoors, travel, seeks laid-back, passionate, exciting SM. Ad#2164 BE MY BEST FRIEND Outgoing SWF, 51,5'5", medium build, brown hair, glasses, enjoys life, employed, hass many varied hobbies, seeks honest, ton-favtog SM. Ad#.4477 RESPECT ME Single white female, 33, 5'3”, long brown hair, enjoys karate, exercising, taking warns, horseback riding, seeks caring, responsible single male. Ad#.2828 ABILITY TO GROW Spontaneous single white female, 40, medium build, brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys reading, camping, bowling, shooting pool, movies, dining out, seeks humorous single male. Ad#.3475 AQUARIAN Pretty single white female, 46,5’9”, medium build, long brown hair/eyes, enjoys the outdoors, swim­ ming, reading, dancing, taking walks, seeks hon­ est, handsome single male. Ad#.7O4O Mlil ENJOYS LIFE SWF, 57,5', 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, easygoing, enjoys bird watching, crocheting, travel, seeks goal-oriented single male. Ad#.4299 NOT INTERESTED IN GAMES Sweet, lovely SBF, 50, nice-looking, loves kids, music, TV, quiet evenings home, seeks sweet, non­ violent, faithful SM. Ad#.955O DON’T PUSH THE LIMIT SHF, 28, enjoys Bingo, TV, writing letters, dubs, looking tor a serious relationship with a SM, who won’t hurt her, and will love her for who she is. Adf.4015 SPONTANEOUS Single white female, 53, 5*4”, brown hair, green eyes, ton-loving, enjoys long walks, rollerblading, water sports, seeks loving single male, non-smok­ er, non-drinker. Ad#.5239 ANYTHING FUN . SHF, 18,5*4”, l20lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, out­ going, student, enjoys rollerblading, the beach, seeking sincere, canng, respectful SM. Ad#.1169 SOMETHING IN COMMON? SW mom, 20, 5*4”, brown hair/eyes, outgoing, down-to-earth, patient, understanding, enjoys singing, writing poetry, seeks humorous, trustwor­ thy SM. Ad#.5876 SWEET-HEARTED Brown-skinned SB mom, 2B, 5’4’, 155lbs., dark eyes, employed, enjoys bowling, shooting pool, seeks honest, kind, ton-loving SM. Ad#.3229 SHOW YOUR EMOTIONS! Friendly, loving SW mom, 29, 5*3”, brown hair/eyes, enjoys time with her son, quiet evenings in, seeks outspoken, caring SM. Ad#. 1967 01 LAID-BACK REDHEAD SWF, 27,5T, toll-figured, blue eyes, enjoys read­ ing, movies, barbecues, seeks hardworking, caring SM, 6’+, 200lbs. Ad#. 1969 CONSERVATIVE SWF, 39,5'2”, 98lbs., employed, enjoys exercising, football, the outdoors, biking, seeking physically fit, attractive, non-smoking single male. Ad#.7311 ’VaWkl jfeii FEMININE CHARMS SW mom, 26,5’2", 145lbs., dark hair/eyes, happygo-lucky, enjoys camping, water skiing, seeks fam­ ily-oriented SM, who is perfect for her. Ad#.25O5 LOTS OF FUN Friendly, happy SWF, 20, 5’4", brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys volleyball, jogging, movies, seeks caring, intelligent, goal-oriented SM. Ad#.5568 CLEAR THINKER Good-hearted, humorous, marriage-minded SB mom, 22,6'6", heavyset, enjoys cooking, reading, travel, seeks SM, who will treat her right Ad#.5326 MIGHT BE IDEAL Single black female, 25,5*11”, 130lbs., black hair, brown eyes, easygoing, hobbies include basketball, long walks, seeks tall, muscular single male. Ad#.8636 . SIMILAR INTERESTS SWF, 27, medium build, shy, enjoys bowling, camping, movies, country music, gardening, seeks SM, who likes kids. Ad#.l569 SEEKING STABILITY Positive SW mom, 30, 5’, red hair, green eyes, glasses, employed, enjoys reading, country music, movies, seeks honest, sincere, supportive SM. Ad#.4282 TEASE AND BE TEASED Pleasant, humorous SWF, 72,5’5", graying brown hair, blue eyes, retired, likes walks, sunsets, reading, TV, seeks kind, considerate, humorous, fun SM.Ad#.1794 IDEAL DATE SBF, 23, 5'3”, black hair, sweet, nurse, likes movies, comedy shows, travel, bicycling, seeks special, laid-back, employed SM. Ad#.2524 DETAILS LATER SWF, 23, 5*7", brown hair, hazel eyes, outgoing, employed, likes sports, cooking, bowling, seeks kind, generous, upbeat SM. Ad#.4578 ABSOLUTE BEST FRIENDS SWF, 42, 5'10", I24lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, active, employed, likes reading, writing poetry, classic cars, drag racing, seeks tall, attractive, strong, drug-free SM. Ad#.2253 DANCE WITH ME SWF, 65, white hair, nice-looking, enjoys life, bowl­ ing, fishing, traveling, seeks neat, upbeat SCM, non-smoker, non-dnnker, with similar interests. Ad#.7600 . BEAUTIFUL SMILE Sweet SWF, 21,5'5”, brown hair, hazel eyes, kind, bubbly, enjoys playing pool, music, walks on the beach, seeks honest, caring, respectful SM. Ad#.11O6 SEEKS SWEET & SENSITIVE Affectionate SWF, 45, 57”, honest, open, secre­ tary, enjoys rollerblading, skiing, swimming, movies, seeks similar SM, who likes kids, animals, and family times. Ad#.8782 Single white female, 27,5*6”, 115lbs., lovable, nice, caring, enjoys swimming, skating, movies, bowling, riding horses, seeks nice, loving single male. Ad#.5451 WILD ABOUT DANCING HONEST & CARING Energetic single white mom, 37, 5'2", 105lbs., employed, enjoys art, history, travel, seeks caring, responsible, honest single male, who likes chil­ Focused, attractive SWF, 28, 5’5”, 260lbs., blond hair, brown eyes, enjoys camping, movies, swim­ ming, seeking employed, independent, goal-orient­ ed SM, who likes children. Ad#.7728 KIND OF CRAZY GOOD OUTLOOK Spontaneous single black female, 28, 5*8”, black hair, brown eyes, es, enjoys volleyball, working out, soccer, seeks extremely humorous, fit, attractive Full-figured SWF, 18, blonde hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys shopping, movies, long drives, quiet evenings, seeks friendly, caring SM, with a good personality. Ad#. 1997 A LITTLE WARPED FEEL COMPATIBLE? SW mom of three, 29, 5'3", 145lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, friendly, funny, enjoys knitting, the out­ doors, seeks honest SM, who loves kids and life. Outgoing, independent single white mom, 23, employed, enjoys bowling, time with her son, craft shows, seeking honest, attractive single male. Ad#.2592 . NEW ADVENTURES TALKATIVE DELIGHT SWF, 32, 5'4",. brown hair, hazel eyes, friendly, funny, enjoys art work, playing frisbee, coin collect­ ing, seeks honest, fun-loving SM. Ad#.2726 Chunky, cute SWF, 24,5*3", dark hair, hazel eyes, bubbly, employed, enjoys music, reading, shopshop­ ping, seeks honest, open-minded, witty SM. Adi.7936 A GREAT SMILE SWF, 45, little overweight, blonde hair, blue eyes, spunky, silly, caring, employed, enjoys dancing, singing, sports, seeks N/S, witty, extroverted SM. Ad«.1617 Determined SW mom, 36, 5*8", fit, blonde hair, independent, enjoys artwork, working out, seeks active, self-assured, nurturing, stable single male. Ad#.4383 NO TIME FOR USERS Sincere SW mom, 42, 4’11", 130lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, welder, enjoys music, movies, seeks honest, single white Christian male. Ad#.1103 RELIEVE DAILY STRESS INTERESTED? SW mom, 27,5'1", medium build, long brown hair, levelheaded, enjoys reading, long walks, movies, seeks faithful, accepting SM. Ad#.3115 AN EMPTY HEART Professional SW mom, m, 27, 27, 57 57””, , brown brown hair/eyes, hair/eyes, warm, caring, enjoys family fun, the gym, football, seeks mature, confident, considerate, honest SM. Ad#.689O BEAUTIFUL PERSON Fun-loving, single white female, 28, 57", enjoys long walks, talks, Disney, working, seeks honest, goal-oriented, single male, for lifelong relationship. Ad#.7663 LOVE THE OUTDOORS Outgoing WWWF, 52, long brown hair/eyes, retired, enjoys taking walks, music, dining out, pic­ nics, quiet times, seeking sincere, humorous SM. HOLD ON MY HEART Humorous single white female, 18,5*5", heavyset, homemaker, hobbies are crochet, music, seeks nice, thoughtful single male, for comforting times & friendship. Ad#.2896 COMMUNICATIVE GAL Happy SBF, 20, medium build, long hair, brown eyes, college student, enjoys shopping, singing, seeks honest SM, to formulate friendship with. Ad#.4141 BE HAPPY AGAIN ANYTHING IN COMMON? Humorous SWF, 41,5’1", brown eyes, enjoys riding horses, antique shopping, down-hill skiing, seeks trustworthy, loyal SM. Adf.9444 DAY AT THE CIRCUS Healthy, dean SWF, 36, happy-go-lucky, active, enjoys movies, shopping, museums, carnivals, seeks respectful, joyful SM, to share ideas with. Ad#.3366 AN ARTIST SWF, 36,5'6”, 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys writing, reading, music, seeking honest, mature, stable SM. Ad#.5276 , QUALITY TIME Short, humorous, employed SWF, 21, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys friends, four-wheeling, hockey, seeks honest, open SM. Ad#.5787 BEST OF THE BEST Caring, professional SBCF, 47,5*6”, salt & pepper hair, brown eyes, toll-figured, enjoys dining out, attending church, biking, singing, seeks honest, truthful, jovial SCM. Ad#.9163 HARD WORKER Quiet/outgoing SWF, 22, 5’5", dark hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys music, crafts, walking, time with family, seeks sincere, honest, easygoing SM. Ad#.l309 LIKES TO HAVE FUN A LITTLE SHY Outgoing, employed SWF, 50, 5'7", biondish hair, blue eyes, great smile, enjoys her dogs, the outdoors, swimming, seeking compatible SM. Ad#.7020 LETS GET TOGETHER UNDERSTANDING & CARING Outgoing SW mom, 30, 5*4”, 104lbs., brown hair/eyes, em ployed, likes swimming, long walks, sunsets, seeks ks trustworthy, employed S dad. Ad#.3331 LOOKING FOR MR. RIGHT Single white female, 52, 5'2”, 135lbs., employed, enjoys sports, fishing, bowling, seeking honest, sincere single white male. Ad#.4544 WITTY SWF, 33, brown hair/eyes, intelligent, ton, enjoys poetry, hiking, photography, cooking seeks honest, hardworking SM. Ad#. 1962 THE BEST QUALITIES Open-minded, employed SWF, 22, 5*3", long red hair, hazel eyes, enjoys music, creative writing, video games, seeking sincere, gentle, ton-loving SM. Ad#.4114 VERY FAMILY-ORIENTED LEARN MORE DIGNITY & RESPECT BABYSITS FOR NOW Easygoing SWF, 18, 6'11”, 160lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys puzzles, reading, music, seeks wed-rounded, carefree SM. Ad#. 1343 KIND OF CRAZY Upbeat, humorous, employed SWF, 20, 5’5", enjoys the arts, theatre, music, going out, seeks non-selfish, spiritual, humorous SM, with same goals. Ad#.7667 INSISTS ON HONESTY Employed SWF, 33,5*6”, 230lbs.. brown hair/eyes, outgoing, humorous, hobbies include raising her son, sports, seeking open SM. Ad#.2299 SMOOTH ROAD AHEAD Youthful, attractive single white female, 60, 57", auburn hair, hazel eyes, personable, professional, enjoys big band music, attending church, movies, traveling, seeks loyal, compatible single male. Ad#.2000 HEALTH, HAPPINESS & HUMANITY Males Seeking Females TALK TO ME Handsome SWM, 39, medium build, witty, enjoys long drives, riding motorcycles, car races, seeking kSinRg charismatic, congenial, fun-loving, sincere Adf.8888 Employed SBM, 21, 5'5”, easy to get along with, enjoys movies, playing games, seeks laid-back, WANTS PERFECT MATE sortable SF. Ad#.1144 EVERLASTING HAPPINESS Single white male, 48,6’, 186lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, gregarious, enjoys bowling, renting movies, llong dnves, billiards, seeks mature, honest, humorous single female. Ad#.3844 VERY ROMANTIC SECURE & SAFE Slender SWF, 42, 5*6’’, dark hair, reserved, employed, enjoys winter hiking, socializing, seeks trusting, stable, supporting, considerate SM. Ad#.533O Check with your local phone company for a possible 900 block if you’re having trouble dialing the 900#. If your ad was deleted, re-record your voice greeting, remembering NOT to use a cordless phone, leave your last name, address, telephone number or use vulgar language. SHARE MY LIFE Classy, professional SWF, 52,5'5", l80lbs., enjoys singing, seeking seeki honest, sincere, compassionate SM.Ad#.1116 TALKATIVE Very outgoing SWF, 57, 5’8”, medium build, brunette, employed, enjoys bowling, skiing, dancing, singing, traveling, biking, dining out, seeks sin­ cere, honest SM. Ad#.1957 I’M LOOKING SWF, 18, 5'6”, blonde hair, blue eyes, intelligent, student, enjoys the beach, movies, rollerblading, seeks outgoing, intelligent SM. Ad#.1516 ALL THIS AND MOREI SWF, 40,5'7”, 130lbs., fit, active, ambitious, likes swimming, dancing, volleyball, travel, seeks hon­ est, respectful, trustworthy, communicative SM. Ad#.731O Your print ad will appear in the paper 7­ 10 days after you record your voice greet­ ing. Male B Divorced F Hispanic C H White W A WWWidowed S N/S Non-smoker NA Native American Double Dater V M D Service provided by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrie Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. SLOW DANCING SWF, 29,5', brown hair/eyes, likes laughter, bowl­ ing, fishing, western riding, camping, seeks honest, compromising, spontaneous SM. Ad#.2167 Black Female Christian Asian Single 14221 JM.JW 1230 EASYGOING Athletic single white male, 29,6'4”, 190lbs., brown hair, green eyes, open-minded, in the Air Force, enjoys scuba diving, skiing, travel, seeks honest, sincere, humorous, spontaneous single female. Ad#.396O PREFERS REDHEADS Good-looking SWM, 31,6’1”, 180lbs., hazel eyes, mustache, employed, dancing, snowmobiling, golf­ ing, boating, seeking SF, 5'-5*5", 100-115lbs., for possible relationship. Ad#.4725 YOUNG-LOOKING? SWM, 53, 5'10”, 200lbs., a little shy, employed, likes summer activities, seeks active SF, who likes drag racing. Ad#.8611 DYNAMIC PERSONALITY Confident, creative, professional SBM, 24, shaved head, dark brown eyes, slim build, enjoys computers, cooking, drawing, music, seeks honest, intelli­ gent, bright SF. Ad#.9339 SHY AT TIMES SWM, 34, 6', 160lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, romantic, cuddly, sincere, employed, ed, enjoys fish­ ing, camping, seeks open, honest, independent SF. Ad#.267O NIGHT SHIFT SWM, 29,4*11”, 180lbs., brown hair, green eyes, friendly, easy to get along with, enjoys dancing, fishing, hunting, camping, wishing for an honest, outgoing SF. Adff.1819 FANCY THIS ONE Single black male, 40, good looks, employed, enjoys painting & working on cars, seeks quietnatured, attractive, sexy single female, for dating. Ad#.5437 COULD WORK OUT SWM, 49, 6’1", 18dbs., beard, brown hair, blue eyes, laid-back, likes golf, bowling, working out, seeks independent, honest SF, with similar interinter­ ests. Ad#.7183 ARE YOU SPONTANEOUS? Divorced white male, 49,5*9”, wavy hair, blue eyes, enjoys romance, travel, sports, seeks divorced female, 40-49, no games. Ad#. 1440 MANY HOBBIES Single white male, 37, 5*10”, 190lbs., blue-eyed blond, fun-loving, enjoys camping, biking, guitar, seeks honest female with a positive attitude. Ad#. 1669 Humorous SWM, 46,5'11", l60lbs., enjoys motorcycling, scuba diving, snowmobiling, seeks funny SF, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.78O2 OPEN YOUR MIND SWM, 34, 5*9”, l40lbs., hobbies include skiing, rock climbing, camping, shows, the occasional beer, seeks fun-loving, fit, cute SF. Ad#.9472 SM, 25,5’8”, 155lbs., black hair, brown eyes, com­ passionate, enjoys travel, reading, cooking, com­ puters, seeks ton-loving, honest D/SF. Ad#.7711 DEVELOP THE TIME Single white male, 35, 6'1", 210lbs., black hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoy taking walks, reading, picnics, bowling, seeking honest, caring, sensi­ tive single tomale. Ad#.4444 MUST BE TRUSTWORTHY MELLOW FELLOW SWM, 39, 57”, medium build, brown hair/eyes, business owner, enjoys antique cars, poetry, com­ puters, collecting old coins, motorcycles, seeks likeable SF. Adtf.1254 LIFE’S A PARTY Single white male, 20,6'1”, blond, green eyes, ton­ loving, enjoys playing sports, time with friends, seeks outgoing single female, 18-22. Ad#.5537 * WATCH THE STARS Attractive SWM, 24, 6'3”, 180lbs., light blond hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys bowling, horseback riding, canoeing, long walks, seeks N/S SF, for possible relationship. Ad#. 1960 VERY LIKEABLE SWM, 26, 250lbs., outgoing, funny, employed, enjoys fire fighting, bowling, camping, fishing,, seeking honest, trustworthy, caring SF. Ad#.727O A REALLY GOOD FRIEND Outgoing SNAM, 39,5'16*, 175lbs, black hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys camping, fishing, garden­ ing, long walks, seeks honest, trustworthy SF. Ad#.5726 ENHANCE YOUR LIFEI HANDSOME LOVE TO HAVE FUN SWM, 36, 5*5", 245lbs., brown curly hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys cooking, auto racing, snowmobiling, photography, seeks SF, who enjoys laughter. Ad#.258O GOOD LISTENER Humorous, open-minded SBM, 28, 6’1”, 255lbs., short black hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys meeting new people, working out, writing, walks, seeks communicative SF. Ad#.6896 BE UP-FRONT SWM, 38, 5'8”, l60lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys sports, time with kids, computers, the outdoors, seeking truthful SF, for possible relationship. Ad#.5607 EX-ARMY SWM, 30,6'2”, 225lbs., muscular huOd, employed, enjoys outdoor activities, seeking trustworthy, hon­ est, faithful SF. Ad«.2135 CUDDLE BUG! Funny, caring SWM, 19, 5'10”, 171lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys working on cars, animals, seeks outgoing, easygoing SF. Ad#.5731 THUNDERSTORMS SWM, 33, 6'4”, 200lbs., brown hair, ton-loving, enjoys golf, Sunday football, movies, starry nights, seeks goal-oriented, upbeat, fit D/SF. Ad#.2l92 ONE ON ONE Physically fit SWM, 40,5'11”, 165lbs., hazel eyes, stable, employed, enjoys camping, walking, biking, movies, seeks happy, secure, honest SF. Ad#.5556 LETS GO OUT Fun-loving SWM, 44, 5’11”, 165lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, hobbies are golfing, movies, music, seeks honest, ton-loving, active SF. Ad#. 1951 UNDERSTANDING SWM, 25,-6T, 245lbs., black hair, brown eyes, outa, ton-loving, honest, likes bowling, reading, j, seeks compatible, caring SF. Ad#. 1471 CHECK THIS OUT Professional, fit SWM, 49, 6’1", 190lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys traveling, biking, running, dining out, the outdoors, seeks SF, with similar qualities, tor possible relationship. Ad#. 5166 Outspoken SWM, 33,6,165lbs., dark hair, green eyes, easygoing, employed, with varied interests, seeks talkative, secure, carefree SF. Ad#. 1763 RELATIONSHIP Nice SWM, 40,6*. 170lbs., green eyes, employed, enjoys sports, outdoor ton, seeks honest, caring SF, who knows what she wants out of life. Ad#.2564 SWM, 34, hard working, employed, enjoys snow­ mobiling, fishing, quiet times,, seeking nice, com­ patible, financially secure, attractive SF. Ad#.4262 ELUSIVE, TRUE HAPPINESS To listen to ads or leave your message call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 1. To renew, change or cancelyourad, call 1-800-273-5877. HANDSOME MATE Good-humored SWM, 30, 5’10", 175lbs., brown hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys sailing, water sports, reading, music, seeks active, honest SF. Ad#.6789 . Friendly SWM, 21, 6'1", black hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys water siding, ice fishing, reading books, jogging, seeks respectful, introspective SE Ad#.9875 PEOPLE SKILLS For complete confidentiality, give your Instant Mailbox number instead of your phone number when leaving a message. Call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3, to listen to responses left for you and find out when your replies were picked up. ROUND OUT MY LIFE Cute SWM, 31, 5'10", 180lbs., brown hair/eyes, easygoing, open-minded, employed, enjoys crafts, fishing, seeks trustworthy, honest, fun-loving SF. Ad#2465 SWF, 20,5*8", 135lbs., dark hair, green eyes, funloving, enjoys movies, park walks, dining out, seeks hopelessly romantic SM. Ad#.6616 Single white male, 50,5*9”, 175lbs., physically fit, brown hair/eyes, professional, enjoys reading, jogging, outdoor activities, traveling, seeks attractive single female. Ad#.4650 To listen to or, leave a message for you Suitable System Matches call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3. CALL HIM TO TALK SWM, 38,6’3’, 195lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, quiet, caring, works in mill, likes bowling, car races, musmus­ cle cars, seeks SF. Ad#.1971 STAND BY ME To place a voice greeting call 1-800-5584394, enter option 1, 24 hours a day!. | call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3, anytime. POSITIVE ATTITUDE SWM, 24,5'11”, l40lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, fun, student, likes percussion, music, sports, seeks honest, respectful, fun-loving SF. Ad#.9O31 RELATE TO ME? Adventurous, professional SWF, 34,5'4”, slender, brown hair/eyes, enjoys reading, quilting, cooking, seeking sincere, honest, energetic SM. Ad#.4526 To listen to messages, call 1-800-558-4394, enter option 2, once every 7 days for FREE, or BE HAPPY Tall, blue-eyed SWM, 37, easygoing, enjoys motor car shows, muscle cars, seeking ton-loving, sports,,,, gentle, attractive SF. Ad#.197O Single white male, 36, 6'1", 210lbs., black hair, brown eyes, self-employed, enjoys old movies, bowling, reading, relaxing, seeks honest, caring, sensitive single female. 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Outgoing SWM, 49, 5'10", 200lbs„ blue-eyed blond, enjoys enj the lake, boating, water skiing,, sun­ shine, seeks ton-loving loving SF, for companion companionship. Ad#.8415 Fun-loving, single white male, 27,6’1”, brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys a variety of activities,, seeks kind single female, who has good values. Ad#.9632 Delightful, active SWM, 30, 57”, 180lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys the outdoors, bowling, billiards, seeks energetic SF, to share ideas & ambitions in life. Ad#.7366 ENJOYS PEOPLE SWF, 38, 5’1”, 110lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, social worker, likes tennis, bowling, seeks honest, ton-loving SM, who can get along with people. Ad#.1314 WANTED: PETITE LADY SWM, 46, 6’1”, brown hair, blue eyes, fun-loving, easygoing, likes farming, horses, agriculture, seeks SF, with common interests. Ad#.9894 MEET WITH ME WILL LEND AN EAR... Witty single black mom, 30,5*. 100lbs., likes good conversation, collecting things, like rocks, shells, poems, seeks honest, dean single male. Ad# .2845 LIFETIME PARTNER Single white male, 32, 5’8”, 150lbs., long brown hair/eyes, easygoing, friendly, employed, enj enjoys running, working out, reading, traveling, seeks romantic, petite single female. Ad#. 1988 SW mom of two, 33,5*9”, 105lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, employed, , , enjoys dancing,, family time,, seeks nice single male, who likes children. Ad#.6594 ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 45, 5'5”, brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, employed, enjoys reading, embroidery, seeks personable, humorous single male. Ad#. 1245 GRAPHIC DESIGNER Cuddly SWF, 59, athletic, soft-spoken, employed, enjoys nature, gardening, kids, cooking, seeks family-oriented, humorous, active SM. Ad#.3661 SM. Ad#.7344 DANCE WITH ME Bubbly, N/S SW mom, 40, 57", good-humored, employed, enjoys sports & much more, seeks cool, caring SM, for special fun times. Kalamazoo area. Ad#.1956 JOYFUL PASSIONS Pretty SWF, 27,5'6", 135lbs., blondish-brown hair, green eyes, manager, enjoys church, dancing, singing, sseeks nice, attractive, affectionate SM. Adf.8180 Friendly, employed SWF, 20, 5'8”, medium build, brown hair, green eyes, enjoys dancing, movies, the outdoors, seeks caring, hone honest, understanding BE WITH ME SWF, 34, 5*4”, blonde hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys outdoor sports, camping, family outings, seeks honest, caring SM, who likes children. Ad#.1555 GOOD COMMUNICATION STUDENT Fun, loving SWF, 31, 4’11”, 100lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, warm, employed, seeks open, kind, warm, communicative SM, no games. Ad#.1O44 LOVES CHILDREN Easygoing, employed DW mom, 23,5'4”, long dark brown hair, full-figured, enjoys crafts, long walks, candle making, king, dancing, seeks trustworthy, com­ municative SM. Ad#.9223 SBF, 19, 57”, 130lbs., red hair, brown eyes, shy, likes rollerblading, dancing, jogging, seeks friendly, understanding, honest, goal-oriented SM. Ad#.3O77 GOOD LISTENER Easygoing single white female, 24, 5*5”, 125lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys taking walks, movies, music, singing, time with children, seeks trustworthy, loyal single male. Ad#.3393 Attractive, outgoing SWF, 52,5*2", blonde hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys bowling, camping, car races, golf, seeks loving, caring, affectionate SCM. Ad#.6344 SWF, 27,5’9", brown hair/eyes, 135lbs., shy, facto­ ry worker, likes the beach, tong drives, music, seeks honest, ton-loving, goal-oriented SM. Ad#.9080 A LOT IN COMMON? SIT & TALK Friendly SW mom of one, 29,5'3", brown hair/eyes, glasses, medium build, employed, enjoys reading, movies, family time, seeks SM. Ad#.8633 OLD-FASHIONED GIRL OPEN YOUR HEART SWF, 48, 5’10", blonde, green eyes, personable, enjoys dancing, bowling, bowling, darts, swimming, football, games, gam es, seeks truthful, reliable, humorous SM. .117O SEEKS MR. RIGHT Fun SW mom, 20, 5*2”, 165lbs„ enjoys taking walks, seeking communicative SM, who is fun to be with, for possible relationship. Ad#.9496 FABULOUS DATE! Single white female, 23, 57”, 115lbs., strawberry blonde hair, blue-green eyes, employed, enjoys dancing, gardening, animals, seeks single male. Ad#.9689 . WWWF, 59, 5'2", I45lbs., blue eyes, quiet, employed, enjoys gardening, camping, fishing, sports, seeks honest, faithful SM. Ad#.3834 SBF, 20, 5'9’, copper hair, brown eyes, athletic build, outgoing, upbeat, enjoys sports, reading, poetry, seeks trustworthy, secure SM. 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SW dad, 38, 5*10”, 16dbs., brown hair/eyes, happy, easygoing, enjoys guitar, fishing, hunting, movies, seeks trusting, patient, laid-back, employed SF. Ad#.3838 OUTSPOKEN Athletic SM, 22, medium build, college student, employed, enjoys soccer, skiing, dancing, biking, martial arts, seeks honest, loyal, open-minded SF. Ad#.2774 BROKEN HEART? Single white male, 40, 6, l60lbs., auburn hair, enthusiastic, enjoys reading, slow dancing, quiet evenings, seeking single white female, 25-45, slim/medium build, for possible relationship. Ad#.4882 CALL THIS ADI Fun SWM, 22, 5'10”, I35lbs., employed, enjoys basketball, football, volleyball, seeks neat, honest, trustworthy SF. Ad#. 3313 LETS GET TOGETHER SBM, 26, 5'9”, brown-skinned, casual dresser, employed, enjoys dancing, dubs, music, travel, seeks nice, caring, understanding SF. 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Laid-back, retired SWM, 44,57”, 165lbs., medium build, enjoys astronomy, astrology, religion, accent history, seeking intelligent, sincere, compassionate SF. Ad#.782O Easygoing SWM, 50, 5'8”, 160lbs., greyish-brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys outdoor sports, bowling, quiet times, seeks caring, patient, understanding SF. Ad#.9599 SWM, 36, 6', 180lbs., blond, brown eyes, enjoys working out, mountain biking, boating, skiing, seeks fun-loving, nice-looking SF Holland area a plus. TOO BUSY TO VEGETATE ENGAGING SMILE GOOD TIMES SWM, 44,6*. 195lbs.. red hair, blue eyes, talkative, outgoing, thoughtful, has diverse interests, seeks stable, adventurous, independent SF. Ad#.7368 NEW WAY OF MEETING Gregarious SWM, 34,6*4”, 2l0lbs„ brown hair, root beer-colored eyes, enjoys fantastic hugs, skiing, fireside chats, seeks honest, considerate, civil SF. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 fax (616) 945-5192 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 7, 1997_ Page 11 JFK for a new generation How To Grow Healthier Children (NAPS)—True or False? Since more people are aware of the importance of a healthy lifestyle, children are healthier today than their parents were. False. The rate of obesity in children has risen 55 per­ cent in 25 years. Today’s kids spend more time watching TV and playing video games than they do exercising. Fortunately, families can turn this trend around with a few simple lifestyle changes. A recent report by the U.S. Surgeon General states that exercise is important because it raises the heart rate, improves breathing, boosts energy, improves metabolism and helps lower blood cholesterol levels. Here’s a few ways to get kids moving: • Limit television watc­ hing. Encourage kids to spend time outdoors. • Check out play groups, local “fun-runs” and sports teams as ways to increase activity levels. • Let kids walk the dog, or schedule a family walk for after dinner. • Provide kids access to a variety of exercise options such as monkey bars, a bas­ ketball hoop, a track, or bike path. • Set an example by making exercise a priority in your life. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm 0/e stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Since good nutrition can help reduce cholesterol lev­ els, replace your child’s fatty lunchbox favorites with healthy choices. Select low-fat versions of luncheon meats and dairy products. Instead of fatty candy and cookies, serve frozen grapes, melon balls, ripple-cut carrot sticks and juicy strips ofred pepper. Top off nutrient dense snacks with Harvest Pumpkin Squares, a tasty baked treat made with pumpkin, an excellent source of beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber. This is one of many low-fat recipes in Savor The Flavor, a cookbook by Gail L. Becker, R.D. To order or for more healthy ideas, call the Butter Buds® toll-free number, 1­ 800-231-1123, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. HARVEST PUMPKIN SQUARES 3/4 1/4 1/2 1/2 1/4 cup all purpose flour cup wheat germ tsp. baking powder tsp, ground cinnamon tsp. each ground ginger, ground nut­ meg, baking soda and salt 1/4 cup reduced-calorie, margarine 2 Tbsps. Butter Buds® Sprinkles 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar 2/3 cup canned solid­ pack pumpkin 1/2 cup liquid egg substitute 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/3 cup dried currants or raisins Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a medium bowl, com­ bine first eight ingredi­ ents. In a large bowl, beat margarine, Butter Buds and brown sugar with electric beater. Beat in pumpkin, egg substitute and vanilla. Stir in dry ingredients until well blended; add currants and mix well. Pour into prepared pan. Bake 35-40 min­ utes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack. Cut into 16 2inch squares. Makes 16 servings. Per Serving (1 square): 100 .calories, 2 g protein, 19 g carbohydrate, 2 g fat, <1. mg cholesterol, 125 mg sodium Diabetic Exchange: 1 starch/ bread exchange TIP: For Halloween, use extra raisins to make funny faces on Harvest Pumpkin Squares. Have kids use their imagina­ tions to decorate! Recipes for a healthy living to be offered Food demonstrations and tasty recipes will be offered Tuesday, Jan. 28, at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at 551 Courthouse Prive, Charlotte. Hayes Green Beach Hospital and the Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension Office are co-sponsoring this event, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The presenters will be Mona Ellard, MSU Extension economist, Pat Thurston and Pat Willard, registered dietitians. The cost will be $5 per per­ son and participation is limited to the first 40 registrants. Fees will be col­ lected at the door. To register, call Brenda Schofield, Community Educa­ tion coordinator at (517) 543-1050, extension 200. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD December 4, 1996 Meeting called to order at 7:15 p.m. by J. Cooley. All board members were present. O. Moore and J. Whelpley also present. Township Improvement budget was amended. Minutes from November meeting were approved. Treasurer's report was approved. Bills in the amount of $9531.67 were approved for payment. Reports from fire, ambulance, transfer-recycling, library were given. Approved Board of Review members. Discussed Thornapple-Mud Creek Flood Plain. Accepted W. Wilson's resigna­ tion from the board as Trustee. Meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Lorna Wilson, Clerk Attested to by J. Cooley, Supervisor (201) Miscellaneous HUGE SAVINGS on Selected Models ofNew Arch Type Steel Building. 25x26, 30x38. Great backyard shops - 2 car garages. Easy financing available. Call immediately 1-800-222-6335 Pets ENGLISH SPRINGER SPANIEL PUPPIES. AKC liver/white males. Beautiful markings, gentle. 878-7259 (NAPS) — Those bom after 1960 may not remember John Fitzgerald Kennedy, the man, but their lives are nevertheless shaped by one of our nation’s most powerful myths — the debate over JFK’s accomplishments and the con­ troversy surrounding his assassination. To trace how the image of JFK has shaped the years since his death and how those years have shaped a new generation’s image of him, historian Conover Hunt has written “JFK for a New Generation’’ (Sixth Floor Museum, Southern Methodist University Press, $19.95, hardcover $34.95). Hunt, who served as project director and chief curator of the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas, spent 18 years resear­ ching and writing this book. The museum with its web site and expanded archival research facility, focusing on Kennedy’s life, times, and death and legacy, served as a research lab for Hunt’s book. The National Historic Land­ mark plays host to three million visitors a year. Hunt’s engaging, heavily il­ lustrated narrative places Ken- Methodist men’s breakfast set for January 11 The Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be Saturday, Jan. 11, from 7 to 10 a.m. It will be all-you-can-eat, with a free­ will offering. nedy firmly back within the context of his era, a context she feels has been lost in the endless media retelling of the Kennedy years. The first two chapters pre­ sent a dramatic recreation of the assassination in Dallas and the four days that followed the tragedy. Chapter three provides the historical and cultural context for analyzing JFK’s political legacy. Ms. Hunt’s chronicle of each president that follow­ ed Kennedy links the past with the world in which we live to­ day. Chapter four traces the origins and defines the nature of the controversy over the president’s death. Her fifth chapter describes the international efforts to create permanent com­ memorations, including the founding of the Kennedy Library in Massachusetts and The Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas. The book, which reads like a personal visit through 30 years of American history, conducted by a knowledgeable guide, is now available in book stores. Basketball game to be re-scheduled This Saturday's (Jan. 11) basketball game between Maple Valley and Stockbridge has been rescheduled for Feb. 1. 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Kowa ewski was named the The team ended up sixth 9’8 points. winner of the Jesse Snow 72 Galesburg-Augusta finished award, given each year to the at the wrestler first with 174 1/2 points. In top total, there were 10 teams al tournament. The Lions also had three the wrestling event and 106 wrestlers were placed fourth: individuals. Bryan Faurot, at 130, took Chris Dunham at 140, Jamie a second place for Maple Davis at 189 and Andy Adams Valley. Faurot was pinned by at 215. Maple Valley will wrestle Jared Thomas, of G-A, in 1:31 of the championship East Jackson and Manchester Wednesday at E. Jackson and match. Pat Lowe also earned a then will return home to face second place in the 135-pound Bellevue and Saranac on weight class. Lowe lost a 10-Thursday night. 9 decision to G-A's Alec ^£ $SSSSSSS£SSSSSSXSSSS££SSS points before making a late charge in the game s final minutes. Ken Lackscheide made two free throws with eight seconds Lions’ spikers take part in G-A Classic It was a tough go-around for host Rams (5-3) 15-11 and Maple Valley s young varsity 15-9. Other teams at the Holiday volleyball team last Friday at Galesburg-Augusta Classic included Kalamazoo the Christian (6-2) and ClimaxHoliday Classic. The Lions went 0-8 on the Scots (3-5). Maple Valley will next play day against some very talented Portland St. Patrick on foes. white Pigeon (6-2) won the Monday. tournaments title beating the SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS SSSSSSSSSS^ Beef Liver •Z) Maple Valley's freshman basketball team beat Lansing Christian 63-59. The Lions trailed throughout and were behind by as many as 10 7-9 Lb. Average Smoked Picnics left to help secure the Maple Valley victory. Joey Bowers led the Lions with 22 points and 10 steals. Rich Smith had 15 points and 10 rebounds, Nathan Swift 9 points and Justin VanAlstme grabbed 13 caroms. 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The concept of baling old tin cans to be used later in au­ tomobiles and other commodi­ ties already is taking shape in many communities. In Barry County, W. Simmons Enter­ prises is operating success­ fully, but they would like to move their business from Case Road in Assyria Town­ ship to Nashville. According to Will Sim­ mons, who approached coun­ cil members last week, his present business includes aluminum melting, salvage removal and metal baling, among other things. He wants to expand the recycling por­ tion of his business, but cur­ rent zoning rules prohibit ex­ pansion. Assyria Township is po­ liced by county zoning. Those rules would not allow Sim­ mons to expand his business without special use permits. The Village of Nashville, on the other hand, is governed by its own set of ordinances. Any decision made by village officials would take precedence over county zoning rules. Simmons said the county is most definitely against any expansion. "There is a slight problem with the zoning board in Barry County," he said. "They have already told me that if I apply for the special use permits or zoning changes, they will most likely turn me down." Maple Valley News con­ tacted County Planning and Zoning officials who agreed with his understanding. "His business was grandfa­ ther in," said Jim McManus, director of Barry County Planning, Zoning and Build­ ing. "It is a non-conforming use and he could not expand or change the business without going through special proce­ dures." What does "grandfathered in” mean? When the Sim­ mons family began business at the present site it was a scrap yard, with several acres being used to collect and then dismantle old cars (commonly referred to as a junk yard). A few years ago, when the younger Simmons took over, he began the recycling busi­ ness and now that portion of the business is done on apSee Recycling, P. 2 New Thornapple Lake plat will appear on local maps by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer After five years of planning and extensive work completed by Reynolds Land Surveyors of Hastings, a new plat along Thornapple Lake Road will appear on the maps. Preliminary plans for what is now known as the Thor­ napple Lake Assessors Plat began in 1991. After working with poor property descrip­ tions, Castleton Township of­ ficials decided that forming such a plat would end a lot of confusion. Long, confusing and often erroneous descriptions could be removed from township tax rolls, and then questionable property boundaries could be established. Those descrip­ tions would now be just lot numbers. All was finalized at a public hearing Jan. 8. "There were many prob­ lems," said Supervisor Justin Cooley. "When the party which owns the Thornapple Skating Rink wanted to sell, their plans were changed be­ cause their property lines as recorded in the former legal description ran right through the center of the skating rink." The board began working with former county surveyors, King and Carr, but with little progress. After 1992, King was no longer the county land surveyor and his successor, Brian Reynolds, agreed to take on the project. Reynolds reported at previ­ ous meetings hosted by the township that there were in­ deed many road blocks along the way, but finally all the pieces of a completed puzzle were in place late this fall. The final steps were approval from the Barry County Road Commission and two public hearings at the Castleton Township Hall. Those road blocks did in­ crease the cost of the project, estimated at $20,000, but only minimally, Cooley said. "Originally the project was estimated at $20,000," said Cooley. "With all of the extra work, our final bill was $22,828." He went on to say that there would be costs assessed to property owners included within the platted district (31 parcels in all) but the town­ ship picked up part of the tab. "The township paid for 40 See Lake plat, P. 4 Nashville area dairy farmer receives MMPA recognition by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Nashville area farmer Kevin Pixley, who was voted Out­ standing Young Dairy Coop­ erator of the Year by the Barry-Eaton Michigan Milk Producers Association, says dairy farming can be quite re­ warding. Pixley, involved in a family operation on Kalamo High­ way, south of Nashville, said that to him there were no ma­ jor decisions to make about a career once graduation from high school approached. After all, farming is all he ever wanted to do. "I've been helping since I was a youngster," he said. "I pretty much grew up on the tractor and helping with the cows." Pixley's family moved to their farm when he was just two months old. His father, Leonard, had been raised on a farm in Barry County and left his career to follow his dream. "Yeah, sometimes I look back and wonder if I have made the right decisions," said Leonard. "I could have retired from General Motors last September, but there is no life like that on a farm." He said that when he pur­ chased the farm, about 200 acres in all, it was a package deal, with a herd of 40 cows included. "I started out purchasing 40 acres of ground just down the 11 Sometimes I look back and wonder if I have made the right decisions. I could have retired from General Motors last September, but there is no life like that on a farm. — Leonard Pixley road," he said. "Then the farm came up for sale, and we bought the whole operation. He went on to say that from the time Kevin was a toddler he was around the bams and wanting to ride on the tractor. "Kevin always wanted to A vist in the Pixley's barn is kind of like a walk back in time. The old stantion barn is still used for milking though they have added a pipline and it's still a family operation. ride on the tractor with his grandpa," said Leonard, "but we were afraid he would fall off. We tied him to the tractor seat with binder twine so we wouldn't lose him in the field!" That was the beginning of a partnership for father and son, and throughout Kevin's high school years he was involved as much as possible with the farming operation. When not busy in the fields, he was working with one of his prize cows getting ready as a 4-Her to attend the Barry County Fair with the Mayo 4-H Club. "The fair was always a lot of fun," he said. "I ended up taking a cow named Priscilla my first year (the entire herd has names!). My favorite was Catherine, but she was just stubborn enough that she wouldn't lead." Though both of those cows have long since died of old age, there are granddaughters coming into the barn every night to be milked with the rest of the herd. That herd has grown in size, a decision made when Kevin graduated from high school See MMPA honor, P. 2 Pixley's joined the Barry Eaton Local MMPA in 1972 when Kevin was just a youngster. He always sported a MMPA cap like the one he has on in this picture when doing his chores. The MMPA sign has always been displayed on the family farm. In This Issue • Local MMPA expresses worry over dairy price flucuation • Lions rebound to shoot past Shamrocks • Nashville Chamber to meet • Newest books at Putnam Library �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 2 MMt P*A * *■ * ** * • ■ and declared thApjTp tvaj^ea to becoi^e?‘a permape^t para of the operation* Wh^n ;Walki ng i ntothl'blrn ntothl'blr these (lays, ifs; miith lik<^ a trip babkdnaime.-The* Herd, all grade Holsteins (some red and white) stand patiently in stations waiting their turn to be milked. Most are big pets wanting their heads scratched and handing out a few friendly laps (cow kisses). The family dogs wander around the bam and a two-man operation, fa­ ther and son, are busy putting on milkers and chatting about their day's work. When the time comes for spring plant­ ing and the fall harvest, the days are long. But not too long, according to Kevin and wife Lisa. "We make it a policy not to work too late into the night," said Kevin. "After all, we have to get up and do it all over again tomorrow!" Lisa added, "There are some continued from front pagelong hours, but also some farm, she runs after parts and benefits that we wouldn't have helps out when she can. Kev­ in's brother, Andrew, though if Kevin worked offthe farm. The couple have lunch to­ employed off the farm, also] helps out on a regular basis gether many days. I "I am a nurse at Commu­ when needed. "Mom keeps all of our nity Hospital in Battle Creek," said Lisa. "When I'm records and runs for.parts," not working it's really nice to said Kevin. "She is pretty have breakfast and lunch with much at our disposal when Kevin, How many couples she isn't at work!" Putting the jokes aside, the can do that around work Pixley family said that there schedules?" Many times Lisa can be found has never been a question as around the bam, too, usually to whether to "get bigger” and helping with calf chores. That employ hired help. They are allows the couple, married happy and making a decent now for just three years, to living just the way things are. There is even time off when spend time together. "The only thing that I needed, with both couples haven't learned to do is milk," trading time for short vaca­ she joked. "My mother in law tions "It is a matter of priorities," warned me not to. She said that once I did, my help would said Kevin. "And I think we have been pretty fortunate." be requested regularly!" When his dad is ready to re­ The mother in law (Maxine), however, is active tire in a few years, Kevin in the operation too. Even plans to keep the family farm with a full-time job off the running, and probably with $ $ Snowmobilers Play It Safe $ $ $ Always wear a helmet. If a "full-face" model isn't available, combine helmet with protective eyewear and face mask. Avoid travel in severe cold. $ Wear a snowmobile suit, insulated boots and mittens. Avoid scarves and other loose clothing which may be dangerous. $ Let someone know your plans. Travel in groups in unfamiliar areas. $ Pack a first-aid kit, compass, map, matches, an aluminum foil-type survival blanket, tool kit, rope and extra ignition key. $ Never drink alcohol before or while snowmobiling. * Use approved trails. Be considerate of private property. Never travel on a river. Avoid other bodies of water if ice is less than 6 inches thick. $ Be alert for animals, fences, tree stumps, stretched wire and other hazards. AAA Michigan Kevin said that as a youngster he always enjoyed showing dairy at the Barry County Fair. Kevin was one of Kevin's first fair experiences and his barn yard friend is Heather. very few changes. "I would like to maybe put a parlor in some day," he said, "But we don't plan to make any major changes." RECYCLING, continued from frontpage— proximately three acres. He said that he contracts primar­ ily with places like Browning Ferris Industries (BFI) to ob­ tain the scrap tin, and then bales and distributes it to a fa­ cility that melts the product down for reuse. "It (the balers) is really unique," said Simmons during an interview following his re­ quest to council. "We can crush several truck loads of cans in just a few hours." That crusher, though very efficient to operate, is also large and cumbersome. When asked if there were a possibil­ ity of moving the equipment around from site to site, Simmons said that due to the time needed to dismantle and transport it, the machine re­ ally needed a permanent home. "I would prefer to do busi­ ness in one location," he said. "It takes at least two days to dismantle the machine, then it has to be transported and it takes several days to set it back up before we could be back in operation. What about environmental issues? Would there be a dan­ ger in having the facility in Nashville? What about the noise? According to Simmons and Councilman Frank Dunham, who is a member of the Transfer Recycle Board, there should be no problem. "There will be no cars in­ volved," said Dunham. "I see no hazards with tires or oil. Dunham suggested that be­ fore any decisions were made, noise could be metered, as well as traffic flow. "Maybe MYOCHA or the EPA could do that kind of test for you," he suggested. "It would be nice to get a general idea ofdaily operations." He suggested measuring decibel levels at the site and then at marked areas, around the site. What if Nashville turns down Simmons request to move his business into town? "What if you moved into Nashville and it didn't work out," asked Denny Mapes. "What would be your op­ tions." "I guess I would move to Ionia County, said Simmons. There are a lot of other places I could go, but they would be further away and it takes a long time to build up clientele." Now the Transfer Recycle Board made up of delegates from the village and both Castleton and Maple Grove Townships will continue to investigate the possibility, and come back to the the village with a recomendation. Meanwhile Simmons is to do some homework including montoring of noise and traffic at his present location. Village officials would have the last word on whether Simmons would be allowed to operate in Nashville. NEED SOMETHING PRINTED? Color, Block and White... Lots or just a few. Call... J-Ad Graphics 945-9554 TODAY I .OCA 1. OMOMC®- SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School......... Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... Evening Worship.... 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"There were no bills that exceeded $1000," reported Cooley. "Even the bill for the largest lot was just over $800 for this project." This area along Thornapple Lake Road is now known as the Thornapple Lake Assessors Plat. Once-erroneous descriptions are now identified simply as lots within the plat eliminating a lot of confusion and previous problems associated with real estate transactions. Arrangements for those bills can also be handled in different ways. All property owners included in the plat will be given five years to pay their bill. The first payment was included with 1996 winter tax bills. "They do have the option to pay the entire bill up front to the township," reported Coo­ ley. "That would eliminate any interest." Those electing to have a portion of their bill added to their property taxes would be paying an additional 6 percent interest. Cooley said there were some unhappy people as the final details on the project were ironed out last fall. 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If farmers have any ques­ tions they should contact their county office immediately. ple had been informed throughout the ordeal,“but when it came time to get out their pocket books, they didn't want to pay for it. Some of those complaints were based on lack of knowledge of the project because they were new property owners. Letters sent by township of­ ficials had reached prior own­ ers who hadn't passed on the information. One such resident felt that it was unfair to include his property based on no prior knowledge ofthe project. Tim Bryans had purchased his home on a land contract and he said this pending bill was news to him. "What about me?" he had asked. "I bought my property later and no one told me. Why should I be expected to pay for it when I didn't have a say so?" "You didn't ask the right questions prior to your pur­ chase," Cooley had replied. The supervisor said last week that if the township were to do this again, assess­ ments would be applied up front, based on an estimate. Additional costs could be levied later. "By placing the assessments on the property at the begin­ ning of the project, we could have that assessment recorded as a lein on the property,' he said. "That way it would ap­ pear when ever a sale took place and everyone would be informed." 50% Off All Silk Flower Arrangements and Pic’s also... Christinas Items Mapes Florist 207 North Main Street, Nashville • Phone 852-2050 TOLL FREE 1-800-445-2050 __ (in and out ofstate) Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 5 Spartan Motors acquires equity stake in Carpenter Industries Custom chassis manufac­ turer Spartan Motors, of Charlotte has announced an agreement to purchase a 33 percent equity interest in school bus body maker Carpenter Industries Inc. Spartan said it is investing $10 million in privately-held Carpenter Industries in equal partnership with the San Mateo, Calif.-based invest­ ment firm Recovery Equity Investors, Inc. (REI) and former sole owners Dr. Beurt SerVaas and SerVaas, Inc. The deal closed Jan. 6. “Acquiring a portion of Carpenter is both a sound in­ vestment and a strategic move to ensure Spartan’s continued growth in the school bus market and successful entry into step van chassis,” said John Sztykiel, Spartan Motors president and chief operating officer. “The school bus market is unique as all of the major players either manufac­ ture their own chassis or are aligned with a single chassis builder. By partnering with Carpenter and integrating the chassis and body design, we are making an investment in market share that will have an immediate and profitable im­ pact on our chassis business.” Sztykiel added that the alliance with Carpenter in­ creases Spartan’s overall market potential by more than 130 percent, as the combined 70,000 unit school bus and step van markets easily sur­ pass Spartan’s total market share opportunities in motorhome, fire truck, transit bus and concrete mixer chassis. “Spartan Motors and the board of directors have been acquisition minded for some time, but we have been pa- tient, and this patience has paid off,” said Spartan Motors Chairman and Chief Executive Officer George Sztykiel. “Our alliance with Carpenter presents an exciting challenge for Spartan as we use our management ex­ perience and abilities to im­ prove efficiencies, increase profitability and grow the business of both companies.” Terms of the acquisition agreement call for each ownership party to hold two ofthe six seats on the board of directors of Carpenter In­ dustries. Spartan also expects to be involved in the day-today operations of Carpenter. Spartan said its 33 percent stake in Richmond, Ind.-based Carpenter will be reflected as equity income on its income statement. Spartan expects Carpenter will be pro­ fitable in 1997, but will likely post a modest loss in the first half of 1997 as it completes a restructuring and production ramp-up. “Spartan and REI bring the necessary resources to ensure Carpenter can grow and build on its long history as a leader in the school bus business,” said Carpenter President Timothy Durham. “Spartan’s manufacturing and engineer­ ing expertise will also be in­ valuable as we ramp up our new Richmond facility to full production, work to increase our share of the school bus market, and seek out new growth areas such as the step van market.” Spartan emphasized that the acquisition agreement ex­ pressly restricts Carpenter from entering the mass transit or shuttle bus market and thus does not detract from Spar­ tan’s existing customers and Sidney Joe Stanton NASHVILLE - Sidney Joy le; one daughter, Marylin Stanton, age 88, of Nashville Olmstead of Lawton; one and Sebastian, Florida, died brother, Rufus Stanton of January 7, 1997 at Sebastian Lacey; one sister, Annabelle River Medical Center after a WolffofDowling; four grand­ children and six great brief illness. He was bom April 27,1908 grandchildren. In lieu offlowers, the family in Johnstown Twp. Mr. Stanton was employed suggests donations be make to for 25 years at Eaton Manufac­ the charity of one’s choice in turing Company and was a memory of Mr. Stanton. Mr. Stanton was a member farmer in Maple Grove Twp. He is survived by his wife of of the Indian River Cremation 68 years, Louise; one son, Society. Shirley L. Stanton ofNashvil- J u*, 620 Jordan Lake Street • Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 616-374-8169 or 1-800-238-4333 • Fax 616-374-8796 Join us for one of our Travel Shows! NASHVILLE - Goodtime Pizza on Jan. 30 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. HASTINGS - County Seat on Jan. 30 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Stop by, bring your family and friends, have some refreshments and hear about our 1997 tours! The Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farm operators enrolled in the Agriculture Marketing Transition Act (AMTA) that contracts without written cash rent agreements must be updated for the 1997 crop year to receive the December or January advanced payment. In 1996 many farm operators who were cash ren­ ting land opted not to submit a written lease agreement, but to certify to operating the farm for the 1996 crop year. To receive an advanced pay­ ment for the 1997 crop year, producers cash renting farms can submit a written lease, or certify to having control ofthe farm for the 1997 crop year. To receive 1997 advanced payments in December pro­ ducers must update their con­ tracts before Dec. 13. Pro­ ducers have until Jan. 15, to update contracts and still receive the advanced payment in January. Contracts not up­ dated by Jan. 15 will receive the entire 1997 contract pay­ ment in September. Reach over Diana’s Place The place to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 overall industry average for Type D buses as a percentage of manufacturers’ total volume is 27 percent (of a total 36,000 unit market) and growing, offering Spartan a realistic growth opportunity for its chassis sales. “Our investment in Carpenter ensures we have the necessary management and operations input to grow both Carpenter’s share of the market and Spartan’s chassis business,” John Sztykiel said. “We are in a unique position to simultaneously grow our profits and sales, and strengthen the return on our investment through one strategic alliance.” Carpenter Industries, which sells its products through a na­ tionwide network of 40 dealers, has historically cap­ tured 14 percent ofthe overall school bus market. In December 1995, Carpenter moved its head­ quarters and manufacturing from Mitchell, Ind. to the former Wayne Corp, bus facility in Richmond. The new 565,000-square-foot plant ac­ commodates more modem operations, while offering three times the capacity of the former Mitchell facility, both of which support a more cost effective production process. Spartan Motors is a leading manufacturer of custom chassis for motorhomes, fire trucks, transit buses, school buses, concrete mixers and other specialty vehicles. The company entered the school bus chassis market with Carpenter in the second quarter 1995 with its Merqury Series front and rear engine transit style or Type D chassis. The statements contained in this news release include cer­ tain predictions and projec­ tions that may be considered forward-looking statements by the securities laws. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, in­ cluding but not limited to economic, competitive, governmental and technological factors affecting the company's operations, markets, products, services and prices and actual results may differ materially. Schantz to celebrate his 99th birthday Austin Schantz celebrated his 99th birthday Jan. 8, 1997. His address is Hanover House #2, 2900 Evans Court, Hastings, MI 49058. AMTA contracts must be updated Obituaries Hartzlers’ Charters and Tours, Inc. business. “We are not limiting Carpenter’s growth. Instead, we recognize the oppor­ tunities in the combined 70,000 unit school bus and step van markets which should not be compromised to go after a piece of the smaller transit bus market,” said John Sztykiel. Sztykiel emphasized that step vans, which include parcel delivery trucks, snack food delivery vehicles, tool trucks and others, represent a new market segment for both Carpenter and Spartan. Carpenter is launching its first step van product in January 1997, and expects to begin building its signature Crown Step Van on a Spartan chassis in the second half of 1997. “The step van market of­ fers a great deal of potential for Carpenter as we adapt the safety and driver comfort in­ novations pioneered by our school bus line into this new and dynamic market,” said Robert Otto, Carpenter ex­ ecutive vice president and head of the company’s Step Van Divsion. “Integrating Spartan into the design, engineering and manufactur­ ing stages will also be a big competitive advantage in terms of product innovations, cost efficiencies and ease of serviceability.” On the school bus side, Carpenter sold around 4,000 buses in 1996, ofwhich only 3 percent were transit style or Type D school buses. Carpenter’s Type D buses are the only models for which Spartan Motors currently builds chassis. 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FARM - 80 acres. 21/z miles from M-66 and M-79. 9 bedroom house, 40x92 pole barn. Call Dixie. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Call 945-9554 — MODEL HOME OPEN DAILY — CALL DIXIE TO MAKE PLANS FOR YOUR NEW HOME. Visit our HECKAMAN Model Home that is open daily from 9-5 at 2475 Ionia Rd., Vermontville. 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week • 517-726-0721 - HECKAMAN MODULAR HOMES ... WILL BUILD TO SUIT 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 6 Local MM PA expresses worry over dairy price ‘fluctuations’ Meet this years Barry Eaton Delegates (from Lee Cairns and Dan Javor. seven years," said Wosje. "But this last year has seen the most volatile prices in his­ tory. Not just where milk is concerned, but also in the grain market." This year Dan Javor (center) was elected as Barry Eaton Local’s SecretaryWhy? According to Wosje, Treasurer. reasurer Current Current President President is is Lee Lee Cairns Cairns (right) (right) and and ViceVice President President is is Larry Larry the poor harvest that farmers Carpenter. experienced in 1995, com­ bined with unsually large ex­ month at Goodtime Pizza in dairy corporations. by Cindy J. Smith Nashville. Over the last year, dairy opports, resulted in a "tight" Staff Writer The group, much smaller erators have seen the greatest market for com. Those who keep track of than a few years ago talked market flucuations in history. "It drove the market up this pennies while grocery shop­ summer," he said, "to record about struggles in dealing Many are struggling with the ping may have noticed that the price of butter has come with today's market and the uncertainty of this month's highs. But now the market is benefits for belonging to a co- milk check and wonder just coming back down." down in recent weeks. . what is lying ahead for those He compared the grain mar­ The current market and its op like Michigan Milk. Today's dairy farmers face few who have "stuck it out." ket to current milk marketing effect on today's dairy produc­ MMPA Director William where there is no stability. ers was a topic of discussion many challanges, from ex­ "Most of us can remember when the Barry-Eaton Local treme flucuations in the mar­ Bamber was on hand, and he Michigan Milk Producers As­ ket caused by outside forces, brought local farmers some the day when price support sociation (MMPA) met last to competing with today's good news and some bad meant something," he com­ mented. "In prior years a news. He attributes a recent hike change of 50 cents per pound (early 1996) in milk prices to from spring to fall was con­ recent MMPA programs and sidered extreme." decisions like the purchase of Why all the fuss? McDonald Milk, but warned In early years, prices were de­ about the effects of the farm termined in part by parity, A non-profit organization has positions avail­ bill and recent "nose dives" in where the government pro­ able. Requirements are H/S graduate, willing to the price of milk. vided a "bottom" to the mar­ learn, loves putting smiles on children’s faces. His comments were right in ket. That bottom was based line with those made by Gen­ on an equation of costs to Applications available at: eral Manager Walter Wosje at produce goods in relationship 110 S. Main St., (Rear of church) that same gathering. to prices recieved. With recent changes in the "Milk prices have been Vermontville Farm Bill, that concept is out volatile over the past six to the window and all is depen­ dent on supply and demand MEMBERS OF BARRYnow. EATON BOARD OF REALTORS "In 1982 or so farmers were & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE producing more milk than people were drinking," he f \ 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE said. "President Reagan said, 'That's it. Prices will no Phone (517) 852-1915 longer be based upon parity, Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI they will be based upon sup­ (Graduate Realtors Institute) ply and demand." EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Wosje said that shortly after, • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) -*oan & Homer Winegar. Eves. 726-0223 HMS when milk was at its peak, • Home Warranty Available Nyle Wells............................. ............ 726-1234 farmers were seeing $13.10 (per hundred weight of milk) That didn't last long, soon prices began coming down. 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(VL-22) trees, garden spot, home has garage & breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) VERMONTVILLE NEW LISTING!! 4 bedroom brick home on 10 acres in the village. "Handy­ man special" (house needs work). Two-car garage - 2 years old. Trees on property and pasture land. Call Homer for more details. (V-54) VILLE - 3 bedrooms, 5 room ranch home, tastefully decor­ ated. Includes range/oven & disposal. Single car garage. Must be seen to appreciate 11 Call Homer for more "infor­ mation." (N-48) 237.6 ACRES PRIME FARM LAND - Fully tiled, frontage on three roads. Land contract terms. Call Nyle for more details. (VL-53) BUILDING SITES - 4 rolling par­ cels with woods. Walk-out sites. If you're looking for a charming location to build your dream home, these 10-15 acre parcels are it. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home pack­ ages. (VL-52) NASHVILLE - IDEAL “STARTER OR “RETIREMENT” 2 BEDROOM - 5 Many newer improvements and "updat­ ing" — newer roof, siding, windows, doors, furnace & more. Range, refrigerator, washer & dryer are included. Call Homer & get all the details. (N-43) ROOM HOME Wosje had put together an analysis of production and prices since 1985, reporting that in 1995, 12 years after the change in price support, prices were once again fairly stable, but 1996 was an en­ tirely different story. "1996 saw a constant in­ crease up until September," he said. "Then there was a fall of from $15.30 ( per hundred pounds of milk) to $10.10. Never before has the spread between price supports and market price been so high!' Wosje told those present that they had not yet seen that drop in their milk checks be­ cause of a 60-day lag, but they would be experiencing it over Continued next page — Maude the Cow has been a major attraction at both story hour and the Barry County Fair. She like many other diary promotions can be credited to Mary Javor and Ruby Cairns, Barry Eaton MMPA Communicators. • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 42 42 42 42 Happy Birthday Son! HENRY STEWART — Jan. 13 — Love... Dad & Mom and all the family 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 • 42 RL Hill Tax Service New Location... Thornapple Lake Estates, 6334 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specialty Farms, Partnerships & Small Corporations. Call 517-851-0111 42 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page— the next couple of months. And whenever milk prices flucuate, there will be an ef­ fect on butter, according to Wosje, one year ago in Jan­ uary butter prices began in­ creasing. "They went up every Fri­ day," he said. "You could al­ most name your price." He said at that time co-ops began selling their surplus butter abroad but didn't get it all sold in time. Soon prices began coming back down. Now that surplus is affecting grocery shelves, bringing the cost down to consumers right here to home. Lifestyles on the farm also were discussed by the group. With the numbers down, it has become obvious that the 'family farm' is not what it was 25 year ago. What is a family farm to­ day? Is a family-owned opera­ tion, milking more than 500 cows, considered a typical family farm, or is the defini­ tion still a "mom and pop" operation? At least one local farmer said that though he can appre­ ciate the good old days, the concept of a small farm just isn't feasible in today's world. "I really apprecaite the con­ cept of the family farm with a red bam and picket fence," said Dave Demond, "but eco­ nomics have taken over. And, how many ofyour kids are in­ terested in remaining on the farm and milking cows?" Though some news at the meeting seemed bleak for lo­ cal armers, there was a high note. The local MMPA has worked very hard over the past few years to promote the dairy industry in Barry County, and is well recognized for their ef­ forts. One example of promot­ ing the dairy industry to the public is the "Little Red Bam" found at the Barry County Fair each year. The bam, organized by Lee In recent years, local MMPA Communicators Mary Javor and Ruby Cairns have put on a story hour to promote Diary Month (June) at the Hastings Library. Their morning full of activities includes story time a tour of the milk truck, a visit with Maude the Cow and dairy treats. <f I really appreciate the concept of the family farm with a red barn and picket fence, but economics have taken over. And, how many of your kids are interested in remaining on the farm and milking cows? J ’ Cairns, is pulled onto the fairgrounds each year and parked right next to the show area, which is nestled between several livestock bams. Cairns stocks the barn with a variety of wholesome treats, such as milk and ice cream, at a low cost. A half pint of chocolate milk is usually not much more than a quarter. "Knowledge of the bam has grown and people look for­ ward to stopping by," said Cairns. "That bam has been at the fair now for 20 years." He added, "Kids came out of the woodwork last year. We gave away 1,100 ice cream bars on kids day!" Dairy Communicators Mary Javor and Ruby Cairns also have been responsible in get­ ting the word out about dairy products. Many remember the duo from school programs and at the fair, but their biggest success story over recent years is an annual story hour at the Hastings Public Library. Though many Fridays at the library feature guest speakers. When Javor and Cairns got involved to promote the dairy industry, their "Friday" brought in people of all ages. Last year the parking lot was full of animals, a milk truck and lots of goodies, all dairy products. Maude the Cow also was wandering around and was very liberal with hugs and handshakes, bringing squeals from pre­ schoolers. Once inside the library, chilren were entertained with stories and a talk with a local I’ We will be CLOSED January 1 to February 4. •♦ MONISTAT 7 Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete ) line of Invitations, Reception Cards, K, Thank Yous and more. ty our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 -= HOURS: am to 6 pm K * M -a:? m a c e pharmacy# Monistat 7 Halls Your Choice of Select Formulas Cough Drops Bags of30 VITAMINDROPS MONISTAT" 7 Monistat 3 .......................... $12.99 Fact Plus One Step Pregancy Single Test 7.79 Tylenol Gel tabs zw-/ fcgaggMOiL '• EXTRA STRENGTH Tylenol ! |4*Hoiir Uqui-Cefc^ Selsun Blue Extra Strength Caplets, eelcaps or eeltabs 100'S Tylenol Extended Relief Caplets 100's i Dimetapir Your Choice of Select Formulas $6.99 *** BARGAIN OF THE WEEK ★★★ Dimetapp I Shampoo and Hair Treatment 4 oz. 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To be involved in the planning of no-till club events, call Phil Smith at 566-8461. fl A New Year Bonanza • 130 S. Main, Vermontville In an age of information overload, farmers are looking for practical and useful ways to access and discuss new technology. The Eaton Coun­ ty No-till club provides a forum in which to have this type of discussion. The club represents a close partnership between area pro­ ducers, agribusiness, MSU Eaton County Extension, and the Thomapple Grand SCD. Each year the club holds three educational programs in the winter months, plus a fall tour. The Eaton County No-till club will hold the first of its three 1997 winter meetings on Wednesday, Jan. 29, beginn­ ing at 9 a.m. at the Eaton County office building. All in­ terested producers are invited to attend. Producers are en­ couraged to bring topic ideas for future programs and for Vermontville senior citizens will meet at the Methodist Church for a potluck dinner Wednesday, Jan. 15, at noon. Meat will be furnished. 3^45 f M $ TROWBRIDGE’S g »$• Senior citizens to meet Jan. 15 219 Main Street, •lit Ilf Eaton no-till club helps search for ‘answers 'Wedding Announcements — Dave Demond Coplett *RCJVUB-M»M6UOl | veterinarian. Both communicators re­ ported they are planning even more dairy promotions for the upcoming year. Door prizes and awards, and elections of officers topped the MMPA's afternoon, with spe­ cial recogination given to the organization's two newes,t members, Kris Javor and Scott McKelvey. Both young men were given T-shirts for the occasion. Perry Stowell was also recognized for his longevity. in service to the Barry-Eaton Local and to the dairy industry. Stowell began marketing with Michigan Milk in 1963. Each year the organization awards one outstanding dairy cooperator. This year Kevin Pixley was recognized. New officers and delegates also were announced follow­ ing collection of ballots from members. 1997 Delegates are Clarence (Lee) Cairns, Barry Carpenter, Dan Javor and Kevin Pixley. Dairy Communicators Javor and Cairns were elected to fill another term, and other officers include President Lee Cairns, Secretary-Treasurer Dan Javor and Vice President Larry Carpenter. Choice Clear Eyes Eye Drops & .Soz. eye; £& eyes Original ™ACR orACR Formulas (h 4 U Ph. 517-726-0569 Vitamin E 400 iu 100's ____ Shampoo or Conditioners Original Formulas 15 oz., Plus, Baby, Essentials or < VYour Your Exotics 11 oz. $3.99 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 8 Winter dehydration in horses discussed by MSU experts It’s a little known fact that horses can actually be thirstier in the winter than they are in the summer. “During cold weather, especially if the humidity is high, a horse's thirst mechanism does not always function as efficiently as it does in the summer,” said Ken Gallagher, a Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine Exten­ sion equine veterinarian. Some water is lost from a horse’s body every day through the urine, feces and moisture in breath exhaled from the lungs. Ifthe horse is performing during cold weather, significant water can also be lost from sweating. Dehydration occurs if a horse loses too much water from its body and does not replenish it, or if a horse just is not consuming enough water every day to meet its bodily needs. A three to four percent loss of body water will cause mild dehydration. Some horses will only drink five to six gallons ofwater per day, eat normally and remain healthy. “These horses are the exception; their kidneys have the ability to concentrate urine and recycle more of the water back into the body,” said Gallagher. Most horses are not capable ofthis kind ofkidney function and should be provided adequate, good quality water. Most adult horses weighing 1,000 lbs. require a minimum of 10 to 12 gallons of water each day for their basic physicological needs. Good-quality water must be free of harmful germs, foreign material, excessive minerals, environmental pollutants and unusual flavors. Occasionally, horses will eat snow if it is available and cut back on drinking water somewhat. “Horseowners should not depend on snow as a water source and should provide an adequate water supply,” he said. Regardless of season and weather conditions, horses should have water every day in plentiful supply. It is the most important nutrient, because it is needed for almost every bodily func- NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, December , December 18,1996. 18,1996. An ordinance To Provide For The Regulation An Licensing Of Massage Parlors was passed at the regular meeting. Copy of ordinance is on file in the Eaton County Clerk’s Office. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 ext. 225 or 485­ 6444 ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners NOTICE The Nashville Village Council would like to remind the residents of Nashville that prop­ erty owners are responsible for the removal of snow on the sidewalks located on their property. Thank you for your help in making our side­ walks safe to walk on. Nashville Village Council tion: it helps to maintain appetite and proper moisture level in feed and feces, main­ tains normal blood volume and aids in the normal function of sweat glands. There, are two common complications resulting from inadequate water consumption i during cold weather. The first is decreased feed intake. “Even if good-quality feed is offered, the horse will cut back on consumption if it is not drinking sufficient water,” said Gallagher. One reason for this is the lack of saliva to mix with the feed as it is being chewed. A normal adult horse in a state of good hydration will secrete up to 10 gallons of saliva per day to help soften the food mass as it is chewed and swallowed. If the appetite is affected and less feed is consumed, the horse might not receive enough energy to tolerate the cold weather, he said. The second, and potentially more harmful complication, is impaction colic or constipa­ tion. Both the feed material during digestion and the fecal contents after digestion must maintain adequate moisture levels or they can cause a blockage in the intestinal tract. A horse will not become impacted in one day from decreased water consumption. The process usually happens over several days to several weeks. “Ifthe horse becomes chronically dehydrated over a period of time, the body reserves are lowered and a blockage can occur,” said Gallagher. The usual signs of an im­ pending impaction colic are depression, decreased appetite and decreased production of manure that is drier than nor­ mal. Ifthese signs are observ­ ed, a veterinarian should be called. Early detection usually means the colic can often be resolved without requiring surgery. Always provide adequate, good-quality water, Record system offered for important papers This is the time of year i allows you to record numbers when important legal papers for your life insurance policy, flood your mail box: Internal IRAs, certificates of deposit, Revenue W-2’s, Individual deeds, retirement plans, Retirement Account bonds and others. statements, bank statements The record system is free to and year-end mortgage ac­ any Eaton County resident. count documents. There is not Stop by the MSU Extension at a better time to put your im­ 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite portant papers in order. One, Charlotte, or call The Eaton County MSU 543-2310 or 372-5594. There Extension office is offering a is a fee for mailing. special bulletin that will aid Those living outside of with this task. ‘ ‘Record of Im­ Eaton County should contact portant Family Papers, ’ ’ their local county MSU Ex­ E-0451, is just that — a com­ tension office. plete record system that Eaton 4-H Horse Committee to meet The Eaton County 4-H Horse Development Commit­ tee will meet Thursday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. at the Extension office. Committee reports will be given on the upcoming clinic and horse show and the pro­ gram will include a rousing game of Equine “Twister.” Each 4-H club with a horse project should send at least two members. All members, parents and leaders interested Production Employees Battle Creek Company 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Openings Find a Friend and Apply Now! in the horse project are welcome and encouraged to attend. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Small animal group to meet The Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association will hold a meeting on Wednes­ day, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building Public Meeting Room. Plans for the Eaton County rabbit and goat shows will be discussed. Also, there will be an educational program presented. The meeting is open to any 4-H rabbit, poultry, and goat project member, leader or parent. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Market Beef weigh-in is Feb. 1 Trillium Staffing Solutions 103 E. Lovett, Charlotte (517) 543-2023 Please contact us!!! The 1997 Eaton County 4-H Beef Weigh-in will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, between 8 a.m. and noon at the Charlotte fairgrounds. The weigh-in is mandatory for all members planning to show and sell market and carcass animals at the 1997 Eaton County 4-H Fair. For more information, call Tracey Gordeneer, beef superintendent, at (517) 726-1309 or the Eaton County MSU Extension office, (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. preferably on a free-choice basis. If horses are given ac­ cess to a tank or automatic waterer, consumption cannot be determined accurately. Owners should watch for signs that these horses are not eating well or becoming lethargic. If horses are watered from pails, either by hand or in a stall, be aware the stomach capacity of a 1,000-pound adult horse is on­ ly five to six gallons, so it is difficult for them to drink more than that amount at one time. Two waterings per day will provide only the minimum amount of water needed. Under those conditions, a horse should have an oppor­ tunity to drink more frequent­ ly, especially if the horse is performing. Previously, it was thought the best water temperature for horses was from 45 to 65 degrees, and if the water got colder, many horses would decrease consumption. This was especially true of horses 12 years ofage or older whose teeth are sometimes more sen­ sitive to cold water. A recent study ofwater con­ sumption by ponies during cold weather indicated warm­ ing the water well above freezing temperature resulted in approximately 40 percent more water consumed per day. It probably is not necessary to increase the water temperature a great deal for every horse, Gallagher said, but it would be worthwhile if consumption is below normal or if a horse has tendency to get impacted. Increasing salt intake might also stimulate a horse to drink more. The idle, adult 1,000-pound horse should be consuming about two ounces of salt per day. If salt has been added in a commercial grain mix, an owner can offer the horse an additional handful of loose salt in the grain box or provide a salt block. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 15 — 4-H Advisory Council Extension Office, Hastings. Jan. 21 & 28 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more information call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Jan. 22 — 4-H Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building, Hastings. Jan. 23 — 4-H Poultry Meeting 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building, Hastings. Jan. 25 — 4-H Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 27 — 4-H .Rabbit Judging andjMeat Animals XYorkshop,J p.m., Hastings High School, Hastings. Jan. 27 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6 p.m:, Hastings High School Ag Room. Jan. 31-Feb. 2 — 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 1 — State 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show entry forms and fees are due back into MSU Cooperative Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 4 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more infor­ mation call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. (Until further notice our office will be closed daily from 12-1 p.m. Thank you.) NOTICE Castleton Township is requesting bids for snowplowing at the township hall property located at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Mi. Specifications may be obtained by contacting the clerk at 852­ 9479 or 852-9193. Bids must be received by 5 pm January 14, 1997.. The township reserves the tight to accept or reject any or all bids. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk 200 SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W96 property taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of FMB Maynard Allen Bank on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 10th, 11th, 31st, and Feb. 1st, 14th, 15th, and 28th, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Feb. 28th will be returned. March 1st delinquent taxes may be paid to the Eaton County Treasurer with penalty and interest. Dog Licenses have changed. Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. After Feb. 28th they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN Sunfield Township Treasurer Phone 517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 14. 1997 — Page 9 SSk v C Kv ><W,. ><W h^'ln h^ln kJ °ii » s» s»$$i $•&<: wS’^,. •ore Ti^tL Ti’^tL SS;; SSJS* SSJS Wkinkuf^ Wkinku R& «K £ri®.Ia I * H (tyfflt [UM Ofc, italfflMl Snack-tacular”Ideas For Better Snacking (NAPS)—Craving a snack as you bum the mid­ night oil or huddle by the television? Now’s the per­ fect time to develop some new snacking habits that are surprisingly tasty, con­ venient and healthy, too, according to Molly Gee, R.D., of Methodist Hospital’s Institute for Preventive Medicine and the Baylor College ofMedicine. “Before you run out to buy typical traditional snack foods, take a look in the ‘cereal aisle’ of your own kitchen,” Gee advises. “As a crunchy snack, with or without milk, your shelf of Frosted Mini-Wheats, Corn Pops or Frosted Flakes offers a convenient and healthy way to satisfy a between-meal or latenight snack attack.” z Gee points out that the high fat, high sodium and “empty calories” ofmost tra­ ditional snack foods can sab­ otage attempts to eat better. “But that doesn’t mean that snacking has to go. Delicious popular cereals are satisfying snacks that provide plenty ofvitamins and minerals, are low-fat or fat-free and often offer fiber benefits, too,” she said. “Cereal helps snackers fuel up while they fill up.” In conjunction with Kellogg Company, Gee recommends these “Snacktacular Substitutes” for typical snacks: EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm iniaMMii!iil!-l *| We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe •• Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DOOUROWNWORi. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. >• VERMONTVILLE Kellogg’s Snack-tacular Substitutes” Instead of: Try: Chips Frosted Mini­ Wheats Caramel com Com Pops Chocolate chip Cocoa cookies and milk Krispies and milk Frosted Flakes and milk Kellogg Kitchens also offers these two tempting sweet and savory snack recipes that rate high on taste, texture, conve­ nience and nutrition. Ice cream KELLOGG’S6 CIRCUS MIX 2 cups KELLOGG’S* FROOTLOOPS* cereal 1 cup KELLOGG’S* CORNPOPS* cereal 1 cup KELLOGG’S* SMACKS* cereal 1 cup animal crackers 1/3 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces Combine all ingre­ dients. Store in air­ tight container. Yield: About 5 cups. Nutrition Facts: Serving size 1/2 cup (27 g) • Calories 110 • Fat cal 27 • % Daily Value • Total Fat 4% (3g) • Sat Fat 5% (1g) • Cholest 1% (5 mg) • Sodium 3% (80 mg) • Total Carb 7% (21g) • Fiber 3% (lg) • Sugars 10g • Protein 1g • Vitamin A 8% • Vitamin C 10% • Calcium 0% • Iron 8%. KELLOGG’S* CRISPIX MIX SAVORYBBQ STYLE 8 cups KELLOGG’S CRISPIX* cereal 1 cup mini-pretzel twists 1 cup honey roasted peanuts 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon onion salt 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (hickory or mesquite barbeque flavoring) 1. In 2-gall on zipper­ type storage bag, com­ bine KELLOGG’S® CRISPIX® cereal, pret­ zels and peanuts. Set aside. 2. Mix together sugar and spices. Set aside. 3. Combine oil, Wor­ cestershire sauce, and liq­ uid smoke. Mix well Pour oil mixture over cereal mixture. Close bag and gently toss cereal mixture until well coated. Add spice mixture and close bag. Gently toss cereal mixture until well coated. Store in airtight container. Yield: About 8 cups. Nutrition Facts: Serving size 1/2 cup (29 g) • Calories 130 • Fat cal 54 • % Daily Value • Total Fat 10% (6g) • Sat Fat 4% (0.5 g) • Cholest 2% (5 mg) • Sodium 14% (330 mg) • Total Carb 6% (17g) • Fiber 5% (lg) • Sugars 3g • Protein 3g • Vitamin A10% • Vitamin C 15% • Calcium 0% • Iron 6%. Nashville Chamber to meet Jan. 16 The Nashville Chamber of Commerce will have the first meeting of 1997 on Thursday evening, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. at Goodtime Pizza. Local businesses are invited to come and join in the effort of keeping the chamber active. Members who have paid their dues will be given their new certificates of member­ ship at this meeting. For Sale 8 GEORGIA PACIFIC 4’X8’ sheets ofChestnut Creek Moon­ light Paneling, best quality, brand new, priced to sell, $75. 616-664-4983 ___________ BEAUTIFUL KING SIZE brass bed with brand new “Pillow top” mattress set includes deluxe frame. Cost $1,200 must sell, $375. 1-517-676-6414' OAK FINISH BEDROOM OUTFIT. Includes 6 drawer dresser with mirror, 4 drawer chest, headboard and queen size mattress set 1 week old, cost $950. Sell for $300. 1-517-699-2251____________ QUEEN SIZE Sealy posturpedic firm mattress set with frame. 3 months old, cost $850, sacrifice $190. 1-517-882-6175 SEASONED HARDWOOD $35 large face cord or $70 pick­ up load 566-8526. For Rent FASStn BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair. Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair FOR RENT: 1 bedroom upstairs apartment, nice. .517-852-9386 For Sale Automotive 1986 BUICK RIVIERA. Beau­ ty! Front wheel drive, good in snow, good tires, always starts, $2,995. 616-664-4983______ ’87 PLYMOUTH HORIZON. 4 door manual transmission, very clean, 27-38mpg. $1,100 OBO. 517-726-0052 after 6pm. Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontvilte National Ads Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOMEWORKERS NEEDED NOW. $120 daily processing mail from your home forNation­ al Coupon. Easy! No experience needed. Limited openings. Application 1-800-426-3252, Ext4000, 24hrs HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.-Monday thru Friday The Roots of delinquency are found in teenage boys FACTS Science Service — dependent observation of the Boys are much more likely Male adolescents are far more children in the home. than girls to express problem likely than girls to become The significant findings behavior in the form of juvenile delinquents. But what were three. First, experienc­ lawbreaking. While the factors favor the development ing a step parent or single stability of a biological family of delinquency in young parent family increased the is important, developing good teenage boys? chances of arrest by twofold parent-child relations and con­ A new study showed that by the time the boys were 14 sistent discipline in a step living in a single parent family years of age. Second, poor family might also lower the or having step parents more problem-solving ability and chances for delinquency in the than doubled the rate of delin­ peer relations were not teenage boys. quency in boys. Other fin­ uniformly associated with in­ dings from this study from creased arrests. Third, good Oregon State included that parent-child relations and con­ delinquency increased when sistent discipline seemed to discipline was poor and when lower the chances of arrest parent-child relations were indirectly. poor. Studies of juvenile delin­ quency in the last few years have sought to identify which family factors tend to promote delinquency. Three distinct 517-726-0323 aspects of family life appear Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat to contribute to delinquency. Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel First, poor parent-child at­ tachment decreases the child’s • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane ability to adopt sound values. Service • Limestone • Large and Small Second, poor parenting prac­ Field Tile tices increase the child’s im­ pulsive, antisocial behavior. — Call for Free Estimates — Third, divorce and remarriage can disrupt the normal process of establishing social relations. This study of 194 families with one boy in the fourth grade were from the Nor­ FREE ESTIMATES thwest United States. The Fast, Friendly, Professional Services children were chosen from a high delinquency area where 852-2290 more than 40 percent of the boys will be arrested by age 17. The families were almost all working-class Caucasians. Information was gathered by interviewing the parents and children and conducting in201 North Main Street — Nashville HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION VCR REPAIR THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $ 15.00 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 14, 1997 — Page 10 New Year! 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STAND BY ME Friendly SWM, 21, 6’1", black hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys water skiing, ice fishing, reading books, jogging, seeks respectful, introspective SF Ad#.9875 MELLOW FELLOW SWM, 39, 57", medium build, brown hair/eyes, business owner, enjoys antique cars, poetry, com­ puters, collecting old coins, motorcycles, seeks likeable SF. Ad#.1254 LIFE’S A PARTY Single white male, 20,6'1”, blond, green eyes, funloving, enjoys playing sports, time with friends, seeks outgoing single female, 18-22. Ad#.5537 WATCH THE STARS Attractive SWM, 24, 6'3”, 180lbs., light blond hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys bowling, horseback riding, canoeing, long walks, seeks N/S SF, for possible relationship. Ad#.i960 VERY LIKEABLE SWM, 26, 250lbs., outgoing, funny, employed, enjoys fire fighting, bowling, camping, fishing, seeking honest, trustworthy, caring SF. Ad#.7270 LOVE TO HAVE FUN GOOD LISTENER Humorous, open-minded SBM, 28, 6'1", 255lbs., short black hair, brown eyes, employed, enjoys meeting new people, working out, writing, walks, seeks communicative SF. Ad#.6896 BE UP-FRONT SWM, 38, 5'8", 160lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys sports, time with kids, comput­ ers, the outdoors, seeking truthful SF, for possible relationship. Ad#.5607 EX-ARMY SWM, 30,6’2”, 225lbs., muscular build, employed, enjoys outdoor activities, seeking trustworthy, hon­ est, faithful SF. Ad# .2135 CUDDLE BUGI Funny, caring SWM, 19,5'10”, 171 lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys working on cars, animals, seeks outgoing, easygoing SF. Ad#.5731 THUNDERSTORMS SWM, 33, 6*4”, 200lbs., brown hair, fun-loving, enjoys golf, Sunday football, movies, starry nights, seeks goal-oriented, upbeat, fit D/SF. Ad#.2l92 ONE ON ONE Physically fit SWM, 40,5'11”, 165lbs., hazel eyes, stable, employed, enjoys camping, walking, biking, movies, seeks happy, secure, honest SF. Ad#.5556 LETS GO OUT A REALLY GOOD FRIEND Fun-loving SWM, 44, 5'11", 165lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, hobbies are golfing, movies, music, seeks honest, fun-loving, active SF. Ad#. 1951 Outgoing SNAM, 39,5'10”, 175lbs, black hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys camping, fishing, gardening, long walks, seeks honest, trustworthy SF. Adf.5726 . SWM, 25,6’1", 245lbs., black hair, brown eyes, out­ going, fun-loving, honest, likes bowling, reading, biking, seeks compatible, caring SF. Ad#.1471 ENHANCE YOUR LIFEI Professional, fit SWM, 49, 6'1”, 190lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys traveling, biking, running, dining out, the outdoors, seeks SF, with similar qualities, for possible relationship. Ad#.5166 RELATIONSHIP HEALTHY MAN SWM, 41, 5'9”, beard, caring, affectionate, employed, likes friends, computers, philosophy, music, movies, good times, seeks compatible, trustworthy, sharing SF. Ad#.38O5 Upbeat SWM, 42, medium build, muscular, easyS, employed, enjoys golf, bowling, camping, g, seeks honest SF. with Integrity. Ad#.2754 WANTS LIFELONG PARTNER SWF, 21-29. Ad#.5555 Outgoing SWM, 49, 5*10”, 200lbs., blue-eyed blond, enjoys the lake, boating, water skiing, sun­ shine, seeks fun-loving SF, for companionship. Ad«.8415 SWM, 34, hard working, employed, enjoys snowmobiling, fishing, quiet times, seeking nice, com­ patible, financially secure, attractive SF. Ad#.4262 Single white male, 49, 5'9", 17dbs., works out, employed, Civil War enactor, likes walking, golfing, movies, seeks honest, attractive, slender, 5'3"-5’8”, outgoing single female. Ad#.6835 LIFE, LOVE, LAUGHTER ELUSIVE, TRUE HAPPINESS MASCULINE CHARM SWM, 20,5*10", 205lbs., brown hair, greenish-blue eyes, enjoys movies, mall walking, seeks humorous, employed SF, who is ready to settle down. 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January 14, 1997 — Page 11 Personal financial plans: mapping your fiscal future Mi. »• *t<v**i ii£ i “!#r *! **'»»»•»> *****»* ut *•'»'•»»n *i*l»* ut 2jj;8! jj; *S»3J »3J ue« W If you think only the value of your investments, wealthy need personal finan- retirement plan, and your । cial plans, think again. A per­ home. It also should show i sonal financial plan serves as a your liabilities — or, what you road map to your financial owe — such as your mor­ future by identifying your tgage, home equity loans and financial goals, assessing your credit card balances. The dif­ ' current financial position and ferences between the total providing strategies for value of what you own and reaching your goals. Plain and what you owe is your net simple, it can help you make worth. the most of your money. The To accomplish your goals, Michigan Association of you need to make your net CPAs provides this step-byworth grow. 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As you prepare your per­ sonal financial plan, you may want to consult with a CPA who can also advise you on the role taxes play in your plan. Historical Society to meet Jan. 16 Barry County Historical Society will meet Thursday, Jan. 16, with a board meeting at 6:30 p.m. and the regular meeting at 7:30 at the Hastings Public Library, 121 South Church St., Hastings. Willy McDonald, a water­ fowl expert and carving educator will give the pro­ gram showing a video of his own making, titled “Close Encounters of the Bird Avenue Kind” and “If This Decoy Could Talk.” McDonald owns and operates a retail store in Richland called The Duck Blind, which features carving and art supplies. He also teaches duck carving at the shop. For the past nine years he has taught a continuing educa­ tion class at Michigan State University. Willy and Diane McDonald are Barry County residents, living on Wall Lake, near Delton. Refreshment hosts will be Barbara Schondelmayer, Russ and Jean Hammond. 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Lions rebound to shoot past Portland Shamrocks Scott Spitzer (21) charges through the lane for 2 of his 11 points in last Tuesday's basketball game with Portland St. Patrick. Coach Jerry Reese was worried Tuesday night that his Maple Valley basketball team might not be prepared for the task at hand. The Lions, coming off a memorable game with Portland last Thursday at The Palace in Auburn Hills, not only had to battle against complacency, but also had a real test going with the charity stripe. Despite these challenges, the Lions had all Of the solutions, defeating Portland St. Patrick 75-67. Maple Valley, now 3-2, will open Southern Michigan Athletic Association action Friday night on an up, and the Bellevue Broncos will be its next challenge. Maple Valley led St. Patrick 33-31 at half, but free throws helped the visitors to stay close during those opening 16 minutes. The Shamrocks went to the charity stripe 16 times and hit 8, while Scott Spitzer made good on the lone Lions' attempt. "In the first half, it kept them in the ball game," Reese explained. "We tried (in the second half) to move our defense back a little bit." Some sharp shooting at the free throw line, long-range baskets and an improved defense helped the home team to turn the comer during the third quarter. First, it was forward Jim Mitchell making good on the team's first two field goal attempts in the half. Then it was center Wesley Quick connecting on the team's third opportunity (39-35). After that, the Lions began to turn to Page... As in guard Cody Page. The junior guard drilled a 3pointer after a Mike Heyboer steal to put Maple Valley ahead 46-41 with 3:15 to play in the third quarter and then drained two consecutive jumpers in the final 2:30 to help put his team in front after 54-41. Page finished the-game with a team-high 17 points, a total that included a 3-point shot in each quarter. With that kind of shooting, Reese is willing to let Page fire at will. "He's been our leading scorer all the way through," Reese said of Page. "He's just starting to get confidence. I give him the green light on anything." Page's final 3-pointer put the Lions ahead 66-55 midway through the final frame. What followed — Trent Harvey's second block of the contest — was just as important, if not more, to Maple Valley's overall success. "Our toughest transition has been defense and rebounding," Reese explained. "We're learning a lot about team defense, boxing out and rebounding. There's a lot of room for improvement, but we're further along than what I expected." Page was one of four Maple Valley eagers to score in double figures against St. Patrick. Mike Heyboer tallied 13 points, while Spitzer and Mitchell each added 11 markers. Matt Cramer hit for 23 points, including four 3pointers for St. Patrick, while teammate Mark Krieger managed 14 points. M.V. 7th grade eagers beat St. Philip 45-22 Maple Valley's seventh grade basketball team extended its winning streak on Jan. 6 defeating St. Philip 45-22. Nicholas Jones led the team with 13 points, John Terberg tallied 6 and Scot Rice added 4 points. Nine Maple Valley players scored 2 points. Jacob Skelton pulled down 5 rebounds, Darin Thrun dished out 2 assists and Jones managed 5 steals to lead the team. The team split up Monday, with half traveling to Lansing Christian and the other half playing at Delton. S?<^^^S^?a SSSSSS^S^SSSSSSSg^Sg£SSe£££SSS£SSS^ g.^sss^aassgsssssssssssssss'; sssssssssss'; USDA Choice Breaded Lean & Meaty Sliced -TaBone Steak Por Store Made, Bulk Pork £ Sausage r Pork cutlets Steak 2 Lb. 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Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 3 — Tuesday, January 21, 1997 Susan Atkinson 16th foreign visitor for Masons South African teenager felt at home with Vermontville family by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer One might call Bill and Sharon Mason "world travelers." The Vermontville couple has visited with students from all over the world. Their visits, however, haven't taken them far. Most have been right in their living room! The pair, dedicated to the local Lions Club foreign exchange program, have been host parents for students now for several years. Their newest visitor, Susan Atkinson from South Africa now makes 16 "adopted kids" who have experienced the "American dream" through visits to their home. Though Bill said each student has brought something unique to their home, whether it be sharing a custom or cooking a foreign dish, this visit has been really special. "We got really lucky this time,” he joked. "She is so easy to please and there is definitely no communication barriers." Mason said that this trip, like the others planned through the Lions organization, gave the teens a chance to pick out the county that they would most like to visit. Originally, Atkinson had chosen to go to Europe, but when the European slots were filled, she was given a chance to come to the USA. Michigan sounded very intriguing to the young woman, and after nearly 20 hours in the air and a long layover in London, she was at home with her new family for a few weeks. "We call her the European reject," joked Mason as he winked at his "newest daughter." "But I'm really glad that it happened this way," he added. "We feel really lucky to have this, experience." Susan arrived at the airport in Lansing for her visit to the Masons' home' on Dec. 29. Before that she had flown to Indianapolis and spent the Christmas holiday with another host family. She already had boarded a plane for home Monday, Jan. 20, and many tears were shed. Maple Valley News had the opportunity to visit with Susan, who said that once here she realized that her perception of America had been much different than she has experienced. "I thought that America was all big cities, and then ended up in Vermontville," she said. "It is much like my town, Cenburion, South Africa." See Foreign student, P.2 Meet Susan Atkinson, the newest addition Bill and Sharon Mason's family in Vermontville. Susan is one of 16 students that the Mason's have hosted in their home through a Lions Exchange Program. ‘The Music Man’ to appear next month at Opera House by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter "The Music Man" will be performed by "The Revue" on stage at the Vermontville Opera House Feb. 6-9. This will be the theater troupe's third show packed with music and entertainment. The Vermontville-based group, founded just last April, has gotten off the ground nicely, according to Producer, Bill Reynolds. Since the group formed, many talented members of the community have come forward to make bigger and better productions possible. In fact, there is a full season planned for this year. "The Revue" held auditions and rehearsals last summer for its first production, "The Importance of Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. That show was performed four times in June and was determined to be a great success. Because the group and the idea was well received, a second perfor­ mance, 'The Foreigner' by Larry Shue appeared on the stage in August. Both of those productions contained a somewhat small cast, beginning with just eight members. Now, how­ ever, the group has gained popularity, the cast to perform in February contains 30 members, including adults and children. Of the 30 to appear on stage, most are locals, but others travel from Lansing, Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. Seems like quite a job to The Music Man is sure to thrill theatergoers of all ages. This is one show that you don’t want to miss! ” — Sheri Reynolds Moody, Kim Knoll, Nancy Moore, Don Clakeley, Lynn Blakeley, Haley Todd, Becky Howard, Meaghann Patrick, Sheri Reynolds, Mary Lou Bignail, Nick Blakeley, Nathan Blakeley and Trent Graham. "The Music Man is sure to thrill theatergoers of all ages," said Reynolds. "This is a show that you don't want to miss!" Advance tickets are on sale now and can be obtained by phoning (517) 726-0804. The show cost just $7 for adults, $6 students and seniors, and $5 for children under the age of 13. There are a variety of show times to choose from, with evening presentations on Feb. 6, 7 and 8 (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) at 7 p.m. and af­ ternoon shows at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9. organize, but those behind the Hill spends much of his time scenes, including Producer dodging the towns mayor, Bill Reynolds, Director who is played by non other Jeremy Schneider, Musical than Bill Mason, and pursues Director Ryan Rosin and a love affair with the local Choreographer Jennifer Jewitt librarian played by Terri said the response from the Sessions. Other cast members include community has been so over­ Hansen, whelming that the work Janel Travis involved in planning such a McIntyre, Sara Holly, Laura production has seemed Trumble, Rob Brummler, Marabeth Graham, Stan incidential. 'The Music Man," written Graham, Rob Rosin, Adam by Meredith Willson, and pre­ sented through Music Theater International, takes place in 1912, in a small town of River City, Iowa, and con­ tains something for every type of audience — a love story, • Maple Valley PTO seeking soup labels lots of suspense, action and of again course lots of music. When Harold Hill (played • DHIA tells local group dairy changes to be by John Young) comes to beneficial town and tells the locals that he can save their boys from a • Time to apply for ‘Syrup Queen’ disaster by starting up a band, competition he comes across his old friend, • Eagles soar past Lion hoopsters Marcellus Washbum (played by Matt Knoll). Professor In This Issue "The Music Man" premires at the Vermontville Opera House February 6,7, &8! Don't miss your chance to see many local talents be sure to get your tickets early. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 2 FOREIGN STUDENT, continued from front page— Those who have had the chance meet Susan also have learned much about her. |iome. Though there are areas in South Africa -.where tribal customs are still practiced and families live in primitive huts, her home is much like any found here. School is much the same also. In South Africa however, students wear uniforms. And her family and friends? "You wouldn't think they were any different than the people down the street," she said. "I did have one boy ask me if I knew any 'bush men'," she laughed. There was one major shock for her, however — the weather! Susan had never seen snow before her visit to Michigan, and since has been thrilled about the opportunity to go sledding with her new American friends. She has also seen her first basket ball game, the Maple Valley Lions of course, toured Michigan State University, Diana’s Place The place to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 visited General Motors, and even took part in karaoke and country line dancing! "Bill took me to GM, where I watched them assemble the Chevy Cavalier and the Pontiac Sunbird," she said. "I even saw the electric car!" She commented that universities in South Africa were not as large as Michigan State. "And they told me I didn't even get to see all of it!" she said. Most of the Masons' foreign guests have been to their home during the summer months. It may seem like a visit over Christmas, no matter how much fun, could be difficult for teens to be away from home over the holidays. Not so at least for Susan. "I don't want to go home," she said. "I'm going to miss all of the new friends I've made here, and especially my American family!" Maplewood teachers go to school on computers Maple Valley teachers and other staff will be 'going back to school' to learn the latest about computers throughout the month of January. A computer lab has been1 set up at Maplewood Elementary and the group will be meeting every Tuesday. For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from. We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Hours: Monday - Friday otte o thOQPeph PIC. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Come try our Xerox machine... capable of collating, copying and stapling 144 S. Cochran • Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 Maplewood Elementary teachers and staff members are spending some time as stu­ dents this month, meeting af­ ter school for computer classes, which are designed to put them more in tune with today's newest technology. The classes, designed for "beginners," deal with word processing and how to get around in the Claris Works 4.0 system. Each Tuesday, after students pack it up and go home, staff members grab their materials and head off to class in a computer lab set up in a portable classroom, which also will be used by students. The first of four classes be­ gan last week, and the focus was on creating a folder, using the mouse and learning to save and destroy documents. Teachers later will be using graphics and library tools, learning to back up data, and dealing with most comnjon problems associated with word processing. Eyesight protection program planned in Charlotte Feb. 6 A professional from the Charlotte Eye Care Associates will share ways an adult can protect eyes and watch for certain vision conditions that may develop due to the natural aging process. The program, sponsored by the Eaton Association for Family and Community Education (FCE) will be held Thursday, Feb. 6, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the public meeting room at the Eaton County of- fice building, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. The world is more difficult to maneuver when your sight becomes impaired. The human eye, although complex and containing more than a million parts, can not be worn out by use. If kept healthy, they will last a lifetime. There is a $3 charge for non-members. The public is invited. Call (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594 for a reservation. I .OC A I . Cl HHCH SCI! KDC I . CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service .......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and lortfa Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va mi. East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Scho 10 a.m. Worship......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class....... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m, PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T; Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St:’Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. WedrEve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10a.tn. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 3 Maple Valley PTO seeking soup labels again It's good soup weather, and Maple Valley PTO needs all of your soup labels. "I know when it's cold and wet outside soup is a great warmer upper. Hang on to those labels and send them to school with your youngsters," said Tammy Christensen of the PTO. This label drive, much like the one held last year, is in­ tended to purchase new play­ ground and classroom equip- ment for area youngsters. Last year, enough labels were col­ lected to purchase tether ball poles for each elementary playground, among other things. This year, however, PTO officials report a slow flow. If the label drive does not pick up, there may not be enough for large purchases, which will benefit each building. The drive ends March 1. Besides the schools, there are drop-offpoints downtown, in both Nashville and Ver­ montville, including Carl's Market, Mace Pharmacy and Vermontville Grocery. This years Elementary Car­ nival is also right around the comer and many volunteers are needed to make the event possible. For the first time ever, the Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School will be for an elementary carnival, and many games are planned for elementary children of all ages, including fishing for prizes, bowling, and even a dunk tank. Parents who are able to help with the carnival March 21, can call Cathy Spears for de­ tails at 852-0987. Hartzlers’ Charters and Tours, Inc. 620 Jordan Lake Street • Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 6164744169 or 1400-238-4333 • Fax 6164744796 Join us for one of our Travel Shows! NASHVILLE - Goodtime Pizza on Jan. 30 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. HASTINGS - County Seat on Jan. 30 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Stop by, bring your family and friends, have some refreshments and hear about our 1997 tours! A Heritage of Strength and Safety Cjr j. p' * Our STRENGTH lies in OVER EIGHTEEN MILLION DOLLARS OF RESERVES. This amount FAR EXCEEDS all requirements. You can be assured of the SAFETY of your funds with this solid foundation. For over 59 YEARS, EATON FEDERAL has paid very competitive rates to our savers and financed thousands of homes to our Mid-Michigan customers. We are proud of our history and especially of the many fine people who are a part of our LOCAL COMPANY. — FINANCIAL STATEMENT — After the Close of Business December 31, 1996 Assets Growth Mortgage Loans and Liens on Real Estate •■p t®* ■ t ejMCis iai IknUinii tn ktMti spi tn tautMz ddatirii ■BI ar. rrilsi® Mortgage Participation Loans on Savings Accounts Consumer Loans Accrued Interest . ................ Real Estate Owned and in Judgment Education Loans Investments and Securities Cash on Hand in Banks Office Buildings and Equipment (less depreciation) Deferred Charges and other Assets $152,984,439.55 ... 10,056,545.83 402,015.38 771,732.16 703,205.72 .59,162.31 1,324,423.56 ... 15,550,691.53 1,567,655.46 2,717,712.21 1,543,119.65 187,680,703.36 Liabilities Savings Accounts Advances for Taxes and Insurance Advances from Federal Home Loan Bank Other Liabilities General Reserves ■-i fJB-lStbi®1 161,177,355.95 ...1,891,538.58 ...5,000,000.00 771,101.49 . 18.840,707,34 187,680,703.36 1937 1947 1957 1962 1967. 1972 1977 1982 1987 1989 1990 1992 1993 1994. 1995. 1996 The following table reflects the growth of the Bank since organization: $ 30,150.85 1,063,348.50 3,728,655.06 9,436,492:86 16,251,913.49 28,583,304.66 51,320,359.37 70,263,637.28 99,850,346.11 112,276,315.47 122,514,614.00 143,935,041.83 147,703,270.45 150,153,617.00 175,635,918.00 187,680,703.36 Officers and Directors til *% n . % ■ I g 5^5^IJ*9 IJ* ’ !<•* Chairman of the Board ... 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Manager Assistant Vice President Assistant Vice President Assistant Branch Manager Assistant Branch Manager Assistant Branch Manager Assistant Branch Manager Bank Eaton Rapids 663-1551 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FDIC INSURED OFFICE HOURS Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon Grand Ledge 627-6292 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 4 Missionaries to India share experiences, culture in Quimby by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Imagine packing up belong­ ings g and your family and spending the next years in a foreign country, helping oth­ ers who live in poverty and primitive conditions. A rewarding experience? That's exactly what Dick and Peg Vreeland ofGrand Rapids thought. They shared their ex­ periences as missionaries in India with children last week at the Quimby After School Special program. Their story is unique. Nei­ ther had started as missionar­ ies. Dick was a successful CPA and Peg an elementary school teacher when they met and married. Both were very active in the United Methodist Church they belonged to in Grand Rapids. They wanted t<? do something for others, and decided on missionary work, not knowing where their ad- Arent they cute!! These youngsters look like they are praying, but this is a sign for hello and good-by in India. poperdam, which is a flat tor­ complete with head dresses! Then there were lessons in tilla like snack, bananas and language. In India each state "mixture." The mixture is just that, a has its own language, making communication barriers a part combination of nuts and grains, much like what Amer­ of everyday life. "Imagine going just across icans would call "nuts and the state line into Indiana or bolts" or Chex party mix. It Ohio and finding that people however is dusted with chili their spoke a different lan­ pepper making the snack guage," said Peg. "That is quite spicy. And bananas? A common what it is like in India." She .said that all children in snack here in the U.S. too, India learn at least two lan­ but kids also learned that in guages. First they learn to India bananas come in many speak a parent language, the varieties, like apples do here, language spoken by their some as small as an index mother and father, and second finger and others very large their state language, which and red in color rather than may be different than that yellow. Music from India was also spoken at home. Many have also added English to their vo­ shared with the group, and much their surprise, the song cabulary in recent years. What about food in India, is that they learned was right in it different than what most their hymnal at church! This program, is just one of Americans eat? It certainly is. Dick and Peg many special events offered brought along some treats throughout the year at the Affrom India which were shared with the children, including Centinued next page — When Dick and Peg Vreeland promised to bring a little of their mission in India to the Quimby After School Special Program, children there had no idea that they would be part of a fashion show! The dress that Rhonda Pennepacker is wearing is known as a Sori and is a single piece of silk, several yards long, wrapped around and around to make a garment. Each state in India produces a unique type of silk. NOTICE: Nashville Maple Syrup Association Annual Meeting • Jan. 29,1997 Castleton Township Hall 7:00 p.m. Public invited. Maple Syrup available in Nashville at: Carl’s Supermarket, Hastings City Bank and Mace Pharmacy. (102) FOUR WHEEL DRIVE 1993 GMC JIMMY SLE 4 door, fully loaded, 73,000 miles. Price reduced - $12,500 Days 517-852-0713 Nights 517-726-1253 The container that Dick Vreeland is holding is actually a lunch box from India. This and many othef items that we would not see in the United States were part of last weeks presentation to kids at Quimby After School Special. ventures would take them. Then came the call. The pair packed up a few belongings and their three small children (at that time their youngest son was just a baby), and off they went. The /Short Cuts Full Service Beauty Salon and Barber Shop * UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP i _ Now Selling Australian Tanning Products____ short cats Welcomes... Angie Bomsace (formerly the Hairport) Now taking Appointments s29" ioLanza, visits $24" Body Drench, TANNING PACKAGES Now Selling.. .Kema, Matrix and Back to Basics Phone 948-9392 227 E. STATE - HASTINGS HOURS: Mon.-Tues. 9 am-7 pm; Wed.-Fri. 9 am-6 Sat. 9-3 • WALK-INS WELCOME KENRA* next 14 years were filled with what they described as very fulfilling and rewarding. Though they lived in somewhat conventional hous­ ing, just down the street were natives residing in huts and even in cardboard boxes. Mere day to day existence was a struggle. "It was very sad," said Peg. "Sometimes when a big rain came the box which was their home was completely washed away. They had nothing left." The Vreelands were able to do much through their work to help native people and they taught their own children some very important life lessons from the experience. They brought back many fond memories of their work, and some culture from India that they shared with the children at Quimby last week., Some were language and dress from another country. While two children volun­ teered to be models for India a attire, others sat on the edge of their seats. When finished, Rhonda Pennepacker and Scott Larsen were transformed into a young couple from India, 77tli uArinucd! ^-Ve/imonh/iWe ^i/temen s Saturday, February 15,1997 8:00 pm -1:00 am At the Fire Station • $10.00 Per Couple • $5.00 Single Tickets available night ofdance, at Ken’s Standard, Sweetwater Country Store, A or anyfireman /{p <r �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 5 New materials at Vermontville Township Library A limited number of 1996 federal tax forms are now available. All other forms from 1991 to 1996 are available on CD-Rom. These forms can be printed out and will be accepted for filing taxes. Please remember that the librarians are not tax experts and are not allowed to give advice. Also on CD-Rom are the 1996 version of Encyclopedia Americana from Grolier, and a resume program for Whirl- wind Technologies. As with the copier machine there is a 20-cent charge per page. New Books Junior titles — Disney’s 101 Dalmations: Special Collec­ tor’s Edition by Anne Mazer, Those Can Do Pigs by David McPhail, The Inside Outside Book of Libraries by Roxie Munro, Wolves and Wild Dogs by Norman Barrett, Broken Days by Ann Rinaldi, Mammals: Inside Outside by Steve Parker, The Emperor’s Shield — Hardy Boys Obituaries Christopher Jerome McClurkin Before the end of their lesson on India, the Quimby kids had their own little concert, complete with instruments brought back from the Vreeland's mission work. From previous page— activity, and an after school ter School Special program, snack. These same kids are sponsored by Quimby and involved with special pro­ Peach United Methodist grams for parents and grand­ parents, the Christmas parade churches, i Every Wednesday after­ and other activities, all due to noon, the church is full of area volunteers. Anyone wishing to find out children coming from all di­ rections and of all ages who more about the After School spend about two hours with Special program can contact Bible lessons, music and a fun Ruby Cairns at 945-9341. HASTINGS - Christopher Jerome McClurkin, age 6 weeks, of Hastings, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 1997 at his residence. He was bom on December 2,1996 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. He is survived by his parents, Shannon Bennett of Hastings and Eric McClurkin of Charlotte; maternal grand­ parents, Robin and Jeff Bennett of Hastings; paternal grandfather, Ira McClurkin of Charlotte; paternal grand­ mother, Margaret McClurkin of Eaton Rapids; great­ grandparents, Nancy and Clar­ ence Pomeroy of Hastings, Debbie and Maurice Eaton of Nashville and Genevieve and Roger Bennett of Dowling; great-great-grandparents, Eula and Charles Cooley of Clear­ water, Florida and Alice Eaton ofNashville; aunts and uncles, Brook and Michael Bennett of Hastings and Cheryl and Chris McClurkin of Hawaii; many great-aunts and great-uncles and cousins. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 17,1997 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Lester DeGroot officiating. Burial took place at Hast­ ings Riverside Cemetery Babyland. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. 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Adult titles — Malcomb X: The Great Photographs by Thulani Davis, The Step-ByStep Needlecraft En- cyclopedia by Judy Brittain, Tlie Movie Book: An Il­ lustrated History of Don Shiach, The Fallen Man by Tony Hillerman, Aiframe by Michael Crichton, Remember When by Judith McNaught, Kovel’s Guide to Selling, Buying and Fixing Your Anti­ que Collectables by Ralph and Terry Kovel, The History of Animation by Charles Soloman, Arizona Gun Law by J.T. Edson, Jed The Dread by Alan Dean Foster, Dark Rage by Lowell Cauffiel, Mudd In Your Eye by Jerry Oltion, Triumph ofthe Moun­ tain Man by William W. Johnstone, Whose Death Is It Anyway? by Elizabeth Daniels Squire, Cities of the Dead by Linda Barnes and One Fine Day by H.B. Gilmour. Videos — Independence Day and The Land Before Time IV. jQook^ourjQoveliestl Expert Cutting Highlighting Coloring • Permanents at... THE Village Hair Port 470 E. Main, Vermontville Call — 726-0257 Josephine L. Nichols According to the Vreelands, men in India do not cut their hair, but wrap it in a bun and then cover it with a head dress. This hat of sorts is a single piece of material wrapped and folded around their heads. Scott Larsen is getting his first lesson in customary dress in India. The most silent people are generally those who think most highly of themselves. —William Hazlitt Pancake Breakfast at the COA Masonic Temple in Nashville /or February 1st 8:30 - 11:00 Entertainment by Nashville Five Freewill offering Procedes go to buying a defribillatorfor the Nashville Ambulance. Sponsored by Grace Community Church Primetimers. NASHVILLE - Josephine L. Nichols, age 69, ofNashvil­ le, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 1997 at Butter­ worth Hospital, Grand Rapids. Mrs. Nichols was bom on February 28, 1927 in Eaton Rapids, the daughter of Ernest and Helen (Pocock) Balch. She graduated from Nash­ ville High School in 1944 and married William Nichols on May 1, 1945. She was a Nurse Aide at Barry County Medical Care Facility aid a Nurse for in home health care. She was a member of the Hastings Women ofthe Moose #626, the Nashville Eastern Star, and the/former Nashville Evangelical United Brethren. Mrs. Nichols enjoyed knit­ ting, crocheting, reading, and crossword puzzles. She was preceded in death by one brother, Lawrence Balch and her parents, Ernest and Helen Balch. She is survived by two daughters, Suellen Furlong of Nashville and Stacia (James) Starr of Muskegon; one son, Dale (Jane) Nichols ofWyom­ ing; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 17, 1997 at the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville with Reverend Steve Wright officiating. Burial took place in Lake­ view Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions Reach over SO,OOO area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Pay 7 Days A Week may be made to Diabetes Association or Moose Heart. 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Call Dixie. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 6 DHIA tells local group dairy changes will be beneficial Local milk tester, John Decker is retiring after 35 years of service to the Barry County area. Donny Griffin presented John with a special farewell gift at last weeks DHIA Annual Meeting. Barry County can be very proud of local Dairy producers. Three area couples received special recognition at DHIA Annual meeting last week for outstanding production within their herds, (from left) Milk Tester, Becky Yeiger, Sally and David Bivens of Bellevue, Jim Fish of Hickory Corners, Donny and Diane Griffin of Hastings. changes are under way, all will be of benefit to local dairy farmers. As Barry County Local DHIA met last week at Goodtime Pizza in Nashville, by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Newest reports from Mich­ igan Dairy Herd Improvement Association (DHIA) officials conclude that through many CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE, Owner © 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Mich. 517-852-2377 Hairstyles ...for Men, Women & Children REDKEN Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm "HE POWER BEHIND BEAUTIFUL HAIR* MAPLE VALLEY \ Joe Brokaw was on hand from DHIA Central to offer con­ gratulations to those in the area who have excelled in herd management techniques and to bring the latest news from Lansing. "Several things are taking place today," he told the group. "We are changing the DHIA complexion." According to Brokaw, dairy farmers who have had to rely on outside services for milk testing in the past to qualify to appear in official records now will have other options. Owners now can send samples to the United States Department of Agriculture, just as official testers have MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Real Estate 227 N. 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Call Nyle for Call Homer.. (VL-46) more details. (VL-53) YOUR CHOICE: always done, to qualify them for awards based upon herd production. Another change that will af­ fect local dairymen is a new "code of ethics," devised by the DHIA to eliminate at least some of the risk of lawsuits. "This is not a set of rules,' cautioned Brokaw, "but a set of ethics, which will contain about 17 items." He said several local DHIA groups have faced lawsuits in past years and though not a large number, the association was doing its part to eliminate some risks to local groups, and eliminate the organiza­ tion's need to police record keeping on local farms. "Just a fancy way of cover­ ing our butts!" he joked. There was also discussion over the right to privacy when having herds tested. It is required that members keep accurate records that in­ clude regular testing for herd average (pounds of milk pro­ duced) butterfat content, bacte­ rial count and so one. Those diary operators belonging to DHIA automatically have re­ sults of that testing posted with the organization, which rewards members for high herd production, individual cow production, and using stan­ dards to improve their herds. Brokaw said a limited dis­ closure policy allows access for very few of these records by outsiders. "Unless authorized, no one but you sees test results when you have private testing done on your herds," Brokaw said. He also mentioned that new standards for those milk testers are in the works, elim­ inating large variables in fees and wages. 'That will put everyone on a level playing field," he said. Another concern that was *25.00 10 Visit Maple Valley Little League meeting set for Jan. 23 The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association will hold a planning meeting on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. in Room A-2 at the high school. The meeting will be held to discus and plan for the upcoming 1997 season. The meeting is open for anyone who wishes to attend. Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday 8:00 - 5:30; Saturday 8:00 - 2:00 We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn't You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► ► ► ► ► ► ► ► �The Maple ValleyNews, Nashville,Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page— put to rest during Brokaw's presentation was the viability of the DHIA organization. With the dairy industry facing many challenges, he told the group that any rumors that DHIA was not financially sound were untrue. "I want to make sure that you all understand that we are financially sound," he said. "Much more so than many other organizations." He went on to explain that the DHIA had contacted other organizations for their help in finding solutions to today's problems, ways to benefit their owners. One of the biggest changes facing the group, is the in­ creased number of "commer­ cial size" herds in the state. Small family operated farms are not as prevalent as in earlier days, making management much more demanding. "We (DHIA) are not losing cows," he said, "but losing herds, and we have to stay on the cutting edge. There have been a lot of changes in the last few years and we are constantly looking into the future. We are staying ahead of what's happening in the indus­ try." Brokaw commented that one of the things he enjoyed the most in his position with the DHIA was to present awards to area dairymen who had excelled in farm management. He said he was particularly happy that night for the op­ portunity to announce that cow awards. Certificates were awarded for each category. Though local farmers have much to be proud of, accord­ ing to Brokaw, all agreed that their successful record keeping was due in a large part to local milk tester John Decker of Delton, who is retiring after 35 years of service. As he stood to receive a gift from the Barry DHIA members, Decker received a round ofap­ plause. One of the biggest changes facing the group, is the increased number of ‘commercial size’ herds in the state. Small family operated farms are not as prevalent as in earlier days, making management much more demanding. — J,oe B„rok,aw dairyman David Bivens of Ladine Farms from Bellevue had something very significant to be proud of. "This farm was ranked 10th in the state,” he said. "That says an awful lot for a really good operation." Bivens who will be receiv­ ing a certificate from the DHIA, was one of three local trophy winners at the annual t meeting, recognized for high dollar value in his herd. The Bivens family has a herd of 102 cows and a herd average of 29,189 (pounds of milk produced by individual cows). Other winners included Don Griffin Jr., who had the highest increase in herd average (pounds of milk produced) over the past five years. Griffin had increased his herd average by more than 2,000 pounds. Jim Fish of Hickory Comers was the final trophy winner from the group, with the highest lifetime production. That award is given based on individual records, on a cow within a particular herd Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 21 & 28 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more information call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Jan. 22 — Pesticide Testing — 9 a.m. for review and 12:00 (noon) for Testing. Jan. 22 — 4-H Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building, Hastings. Jan. 23 — 4-H Rodeo Developmental Committee Meeting scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Courts and Law Building HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Jan. 25 — 4-H Volunteer Appreciation and Awards Banquet, 7 p.m., Barry Expo Center, Fairgrounds, Hastings. Jan. 27 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee and Judging Meat Animals Workshop, 7 p.m., Hastings High School, Hastings. Jan. 27 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room. Jan. 31-Feb. 2 — 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 1 — Slate 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show entry forms and fees are due back into MSU Cooperative Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 4 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more infor­ mation call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Feb. 7-8 — 4-H Horseback Riding for Handicappers/Handicapper Programs Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station. that has given the most milk over her lifetime. With nine lactations (calvings) behind her and still going strong, a cow in Fish's herd had produced 210,769 pounds of milk to date. Griffin and Bivens also were recipients of many individual e Always wear a helmet. If a "full-face" model isn't available, combine helmet with protective eyewear and face mask. Avoid travel in severe cold. e Wear a snowmobile suit, insulated boots and mittens. Avoid scarves and other loose clothing which may be dangerous. Egan and Lowe both 3-1 at Edwardsburg * Let someone know your plans. Travel in groups in unfamiliar areas. Tournament Maple Valley's varsity wrestling team traveled to Edwardsburg Saturday to take part in a team tournament. The Lions battled some very good competition in Niles Brandywine (8-65), Coldwater (28-59), South Haven (18-59) and Sturgis (31-43). Earning silver medals for the Maple Valley team were Mike Egan in the 112-weight class and Pat Lowe at 135. Both wrestlers went 3-1 on the day. Egan is now 10-5 and Lowe 16-3 for the season. Maple Valley will take part in a league match with Dansville and Potterville on Thursday and will take part in the East Jackson Tournament next Saturday. * Pack a first-aid kit, compass, map, matches, an aluminum foil-type survival blanket, tool kit, rope and extra ignition key. * Never drink alcohol before or while showmobiling. S Use approved trails. Be considerate of private property. Never travel on a river. Avoid other bodies of water if ice is less than 6 inches thick. * Be alert for animals, fences, tree stumps, stretched wire and other hazards. AAA Michigan HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 219 Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 Sale Ends Jan. 31, 1997 NATURE’S RESOURCE PREMIUM HERBS Individuals, Specialty Farms, Partnerships & Small Corporations. Call 517-851-0111 HERB SALE! Nature's Resource™Premium Herb Infoline 1-800-314-H ERB Ginkgo Biloba Echinacea $"749 $499 RL Hill Tax Service Thornapple Lake Estates, 6334 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville cautioned that success with any feeding program was dependent upon continued analysis and monitoring. After presentations, results of an election for new officers were reported. Doug Westendorp and Jim Fish both were elected to three-year terms on the board. They join Jeff Butler, David Bivens, Don Griffin and Dan Wenger. All left with door prizes donated by local businesses. S $ Snowmobilers Play It Safe $ $ Echinacea/ Goldenseal NATURE'S 1 *2/ RESOURCE 100 CAPSULES 100 CAPSULES New Location ... Dairy Extension Specialist, Stan Moore was also present for the meeting and presented dairy operators with the latest research results on nutrient programs. Moore, appointed to work with diary farmers in Eaton, Barty and Calhoun Counties, had just completed extensive research on the effects of sulfur and dry matter intake in dairy herds. He shared the results of that research and 100 CAPSULES ^Goldenseal ^Natuie^lade VITAMIN SALE! Vitamin E Odorless Garlic 100 TABLETS 400 I.U. 5I799 *459 Essential Balance® 100+30 TABLETS Vitamin C 5f799 100SOFTGELS Calcium, Magnesium & Zinc Super B Complex 500 mg <2*9 100 TABLETS ^ature^faJf Z*S Z*Super H-Complf1 100 TABLETS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 8 Minutes of the Board off Education MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Regulor Meeting • High School Library • Monday, 1-13-97 • 7:00 p.m. Present: K. Krolik, President; J. Sessions, Secretary; A. Avery; M. Callton; T. James; A. Montgomery. Absent: T. Christensen. 1. The meeting was called to order by President Kolik at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for atten­ dance which is listed above. Others present: Black, Gonser, Hartenburg, Hynes, McLean, Potter and Powers. 2. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the minutes of the 12/9/96 meeting as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 3. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $57,936.40 from the general fund. Motion carried 6-0. 4. A motion was made by Montgomery and sup­ ported by James to transfer $239,924.47 for the 12/20/96 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 5. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Montgomery to transfer $210,350.33 for the 1/3/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 6. Communications: Notification was received of a $1,168 grant from the EISD for School-to-Work. Sup't. McLean reported that all recommendations of the OCR compliance review had been met. A finance commit­ tee meeting was set for January 27th at 7:00 in the ad­ ministration office. After R. Tobias inquired about printing minutes of board meetings in the MV News, there was a consensus to resume publication. 7. Reports: Sup't. McLean reported on sub teaching costs and reviewed the various bond plan proposals. VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville A work session was set for 1 /21/97 at 7:30 p.m. in the library to discuss the proposals. 8. It was the unanimous decision of the board to add a request for an unpaid leave and a staff resignation to the agenda. They also agreed to move #7 to #1. 9. The policy committee recommended that from now on staff members be paid a mileage allowance for school-related trips within a 125 mile radius (250 miles maximum reimbursement) and reimburse ac­ tual mileage expenses for trips over 250 total miles. It was the consensus of the board to accept this inter­ pretation of policy GAN-R. 10. A motion was made by James and supported by Avery to approve the first reading of the 7th grade HIV/AIDS curriculum as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 11. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to release Nicholas Stockbridge to attend Lakewood Public Schools for the remainder of the 96-97 school year. Motion carried 5-1 (Nay-Callton). 12. Supt. McLean asked to table the increase in lunch prices for further study. 13. Raising investment limitations was referred to the finance committee. 14. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by James to pay nan-staff coaches beginning with the 97/98 school year; the method and amount of pay­ ment will be determined later during the budget pro­ cess. Motion carried 6-0. 15. A motion was made by Montgomery and sup­ ported by Callton to accept the resignation of Julie McMillen effective January 6, 1997 from the position of playground aide at Fuller Elementary. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 16. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to grant Shelly Tebo's request for maternity leave beginning 1/6/97, using her remaining sick days; the remainder of the leave will be unpaid. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 17. A motion was made by Montgomery and sup­ ported by Avery to approve Cynthia Walker’s request for a leave beginning 1/29/97; she will be using 7 sick days, the remainder of her leave will be unpaid. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 18. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Montgomery to accept the resignation of Lisa Trum­ ble, a parapro at Maplewood Elementary. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 19. Todd Gonser showed the board the new hurdles being ordered for the track and reported that they are also looking at pits and other equipment necessary to For Sale Automotive EATON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS January 15,1997 AGENDA 1986 BUICK RIVIERA. Beau­ ty! Front wheel drive, good in snow, good tires, always starts, $2,995. 616-664-4983 National Ads HOMEWORKERS NEEDED NOW. $120 daily processing mail from your home for Nation­ al Coupon. Easy! No experience needed. Limited openings. Application 1-800-426-3252, Ext4000, 24hrs 9:00 am Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag Invocation Roll Call Agenda Additions or Changes Minutes of Dec. 18, 1996 Communications Limited Public Comment COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS Equalization Committee hold home meets this spring. A sample of the shirts ordered for the jr. high volleyball team was available for preview. 20. Guenther Mittlestaedt asked the board to con sider increasing the number of coaches in the varsity and JV football programs as well as making money available for professional development for coaches. 1. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION (202) School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 22 Spaghetti w/meat, green beans, garlic bread, pears. Thursday, Jan. 23 Salad bar or hamburg w/bun, tater rounds, apple juice. Friday, Jan. 24 Pizza, pickle spear, tossed salad, fruit mix. Monday, Jan. 27 Macaroni & cheese, sweet potatoes, tuna sandwich, blueberry cobbler. Tuesday, Jan. 28 Walking taco w/meat & let­ tuce, com, trail mix, fruit slushy. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Report on 1996 Equalization Studies Health and Human Services Human Services Collaborative Council Review Public Safety Buildings and Grounds Historical Commission Appointment Public Works and Planning Resolution to Revise Construction Code Department Fee Schedule Resolution to Amend the Civil Infraction Ordinance to Include Mechanical Code Violations Resolution to Amend 1996 Dimondale Recycling Center Grant Resolution to Approve 1997 Household Hazard Battery Collection Program Contract Resolution to Revise Community Development Department Fee Schedule Resolution to Amend Aerial Photo Fee Schedule Parks Commission Appointment Personnel Committee Finance Committee 201 AKC, UKA Chocolate Lab puppies. Guaranteed. 517-852-1525 Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 22 Spaghetti, garden salad, pears, roll/margarine. Thursday, Jan. 23 Hamburger gravy, whipped potatoes, peaches, garlic toast, salad bar. K - chicken nuggets. Friday, Jan. 24 Tacos, lettuce/cheese, Tex Mex rice, apple crisp. Monday, Jan. 27 Burrito/sauce, com, rice, bread/margarine. Tuesday, Jan. 28 Mac/cheese, mixed veg., blueberry cobbler, bread sticks, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. corn, peach, Thursday, Jan. 23 Pizza, green beans, fresh fruit. Friday, Jan. 24 Burrito/cheese, fruit jello. carrots, Monday, Jan. 27 Au gratin potatoes, green beans, pineapple, meat sandwich. Tuesday, Jan. 28 Ham patty/bun, corn. HELP WANTED: The Township of Sunfield is looking for a local indi­ vidual to fill the position of Cemetery Sexton. To be responsible for grave openings & closings, founda­ tions, & cemetery records. Must be willing to be available. Interested persons can call Supervisor Jack S. Smith (517) 566-8172 or Clerk Sheryl Smith (517) 566-8461. Leave message. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE ★ ★★ YOU ★ ★ ★ (A Pets 1996 General Fund Budget Amendments 1996 Special Revenue Fund Budget Amendments 1996/1997 General Fund Budget Amendments 1996/1997 Special Revenue Fund Budget Amendments Claims and Purchases Unfinished Business Commissioner Disclosure Statements New Business Limited Public Comment Adjourn to Feb. 19, 1997 REMINDER: A tour of the Youth Facility has been scheduled for the Board after the meeting (approximately 10:30). A program and lunch will follow the tour. Note: Breakfast sold dai­ ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Wednesday, Jan. 22 BBQ/bun, cookie. For Sale 8 GEORGIA PACIFIC 4’X8’ sheets ofChestnut Creek Moon­ light Paneling, best quality, brand new, priced to sell, $75. 616-664-4983____________ BEDROOM OUTFIT, beauti­ ful oak finish includes dresser, chest, headboard and queen size orthopedic firm mattress set, 1 month old, cost $1100, sacrifice $300. 1-517-699-2251______ BEAUTIFUL KING SIZE brass bed with brand new “Pillow lop” mattress set includes deluxe frame. Cost $1,200 must sell, $375. 1-517-676-6414___________ QUEEN SIZE Sealy posturpedic firm mattress set with frame. Still in plastic! Cost $800, asking $250. 1-517-882-6175______ SEASONED HARDWOOD $35 large face cord or $70 pick­ up load 566-8526. peach. IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: J your <0 ► JOB IS r your REDIT• EDIT• 4 EASY -: TERMS . 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Volunteers will be on hand to help Wednesdays, starting Jan. 29, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Castleton Township Hall, Nashville. Appointments can be made by calling the Nashville Village office at 852-9544. The programs, sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service, will be held weekly from the last week of January through the middle of April or as long as requests for help warrant them. AARP volunteers, who are EWING WELL DRILLING, - INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks •Plastic & Steel Pipe ’• Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORi. Wsk#1^ stool See Tax help, P. 11 The queen and her alternate will reign over the Ver­ montville Syrup Festival in April and will promote pure maple syrup products at other times during the year. They are expected to appear in 12 to 14 parades.' A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the queen. The alternate will receive $250. Mileage also is paid for the two to represent the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup As­ sociation at parades within a 50 radius ofVermontville. 4-H news offered Eaton 4-H Dairy Committee to meet Dairy project members, leaders and parents are invited to the next dairy committee meeting Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County office building in Charlotte. Officers for 1997 will be elected. Educational workshops will be discussed, as well as other plans for the upcoming year. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Style Revue meeting is tonight The 1997 Eaton County 4-H Style Revue has been schedul- ed for April and that means it’s time to begin planning for the event. There will be a Style Revue planning meeting Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County MSU Extension office. Any leaders, members or parents involved in the per­ sonal appearance project are invited and encouraged to at­ tend. A theme will be chosen and responsibilities will be assigned to clubs.’ For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H volunteer leader training scheduled From Our Readers... There will be a 4-H volunteer training session for new and returning volunteers and for anyone who would like to know more about possibly becoming a -4-H volunteer. The 4-H program allows adults as well as youth to ex­ plore areas of interest with the support of research-based materials and resources from Michigan State University Ex­ tension. The training will cover the basic structure and purpose of Eaton County 4-H programs, resource materials available to volunteers, and training opportunities. There also will be veteran volunteers available for ques­ tions and answers. To pre-register or for more information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4" to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm pirn trained to complete basic in­ come tax forms, will be on hand to answer questions. Taxpayers are urged to bring gether of the girls and their parents will be held Feb. 4 to discuss the duties of the syrup royalty. A maple syrup queen and an alternate queen will be se­ lected during a 7 p.m. dinner and program Tuesday, Feb. II at the Vermontville Con­ gregational Church., said Marlene Martin, who has coordinated the contest and worked with the queens and courts for many years. The local Lions Club hosts the community dinner. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available iyeopaiiogsl#^ (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Engagements Fisher ■ Varney to wed Dale and Peggy Fisher of Vermontville wish to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Jennifer Dale, to Christopher James Vamey, son of Richard and Sharon Vamey. The couple will be united in marriage April 8, 1997 in Cancun, Mexico. NOTICE The Castleton Township Board is seeking applicants to fill the Trustee vacancy on the township board. This person shall submit a letter of interest to: Lorna L. Wilson, Township Clerk 915 Reed Street P.O. box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 This letter must be received no later than January 31,1997 200 at 5 p.m. M-66 Tire Light Service, Oil Changes, Mechanic on Duty, Shocks • Brakes • Muffler • Batteries & Petersen Enterprises 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Charles Viele would be an outstanding commissioner To the editor: When Charles Viele was being considered for a posi­ tion on the Eaton County Road Commission, there was concern in some commis­ sioners’ minds, not for lack of confidence in his integrity or ability, but that he would make two members of the three-man commission from one township. I had no such concern. I knew of his background in earth moving and construction and knew him to be a man of unquestionable integrity. Therefore, I knew that he would look on his respon­ sibilities as a person responsi­ ble for all ofthe local roads in the county and not just his own area. NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W96 property taxes for Sunfield Tbwnship at the Sunfield Branch of FMB Maynard Allen Bank on Friday and Saturday, Jan. 10th, 11th, 31st, and Feb. 1st, 14th, 15th, and 28th, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Feb. 28th will be returned. March 1st delinquent taxes may be paid to the Eaton County Treasurer with penalty and interest. Dog Licenses have changed. Neutered/spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/spayed dog is $12.00. After Feb. 28th they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail. THANK YOU ROBERT D. HYVARINEN Sunfield Township Treasurer Phone 517-566-8913 That he and John Moore did so well is reflected in the con­ dition of our roads today. With not enough money available to adequately meet all of the problems with our roads and bridges, they stret­ ched those dollars. The Road Commission has done a most commendable job all over Eaton County. Charley Viele is entitled to a large share of appreciation and acclaim. We all benefit from his tireless effort and the expertise that he brought to the job. Now he is replaced by a member from Delta Township, and not because of any lack in him. The northeast comer of the county has been pushing for a representative on the Road Commission for years. Delta alone has close to a third of Eaton County’s population and five commis­ sioners (one-third of the membership of the Board of Commissioners) on the board. I say that new member steps into some awful big footprints that Charley leaves the Road Commission and Eaton County. We owe Charles Viele a vote ofthanks! May God bless him and his family in all ofhis future efforts. He is and will continue to be, an outstanding citizen and public servant. Edgar Fleetham Sunfield P.S. Greetings from Avon Park, Fla., for the past week the temperature has been in the 80s, but will cool down to 60 this weekend. For Rent 1 bedroom upstairs apartment, nice. 517-852-9386 FOR RENT: IT’S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME rniPROVEmEniS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, you can make it better! • • • • • • Tools • Plumbing Electrical Hardware • Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry Roofing Siding • Paneling Andersen Windows Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber 852-0882 4 LUMBER YARD t 219 S. State, Nashville �New Year! New Relationship? 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Ad#.2111 CHARISMATIC NEW WAY OF MEETING Built, single, white male, 21,5*10*, 175lbs., athlete, musician, enjoys bowling, shooting pool, seeks trusting, communicative, loyal, single female for serious relationship. Ad#.3693 Single white male, 20, 6’2", 270lbs., blue-eyed blond, hard worker, enjoys sports, movies, music, seeks outgoing single female, for open talks before dating. AOT.5608 SWM, 24,5'11", 140lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, fun, student, likes percussion, music, sports, seeks honest, rrespectful, fun-loving SF. Ad#.9031 LIFETIME PARTNER Single white male, 32, 5'8*, 150lbs., long brown hair/eyes, easygoing, friendly, employed, enjoys running, working out,, reading, traveling, seeks romantic, petite single female. Ad#.1988 POSITIVE ATTITUDE ROUND OUT MY LIFE Cute SWM, 31, 5’10", 180lbs., brown hair/eyes, easygoing, open-minded, employed, enjoys crafts, fishing, seeks trustworthy, honest, fun-loving SF. Ad#.2465 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. January 21. 1997 — Page 11 Lady Lions upset Eages; drop match with Viking spikers Maple Valley's varsity volleyball team just had one of those magical moments last Wednesday, as the Lady Lions had a near-perfect performance against a very talented Olivet team. The result a 15-13, 15-4 home victory. Olivet, along with St. Philip (ranked No. 1 in Class D) and Dansville, are one of the Southern Michigan Athletic Association squads picked to contend for league honors this winter. with 3 service aces, Dawn "We could do no wrong," Stine 8 points, 2 service aces, Maple Valley Coach Duska 4 kills, Bethany Poyer 5 Brumm said. points, Leslie Grant 4 points Serving and court and 4 blocks and Joheather movement paid big dividends Grant 5 blocks and 10 assists for the Lady Lions Wednesday in the victory over Olivet. night. The two Grant sisters — Brumm said that her team Joheather and Leslie — are made good on 43-of-49 service used as the team's primary attempts and used an passers in Brumm's double aggressive attack, with many setter starting offense. contributors, to help slow Maple Valley began the down their SMAA foes. week with a 15-5, 15-8 loss Tia Poll scored 9 points to Bronson. The Lady Lions HOOP ACTION continued from Page 12 ’’’ii; !**» !*» *** »*WL ?&*»!■'&1?l'p »L&& •***w» **J*^ **’»t*^ J*’**> **n^» ■*?*«*^ *>4J5* *r ’**w i?k Ms l■ua■ ***« ®M ®MW ^3»taai8» *«»»aihg ran n S}a* 1®*® •a a***» *aZ E}SJm» »5tr 1,38 IBB ssirerC^ ,m OEIIE e—. CBMflli !>■■»«#» ■riKBfBB* ■A gBasO ■iQttf "We went through spots of executing our offense really well, but instead of us making our free throws, they made theirs." Olivet made 20-of-32 free throw attempts in the game and 15-of-24 in the first half. Maple Valley finished 15-of29, but only connected on 4of-7 in the opening 16 minutes. Rebounding also played a part in the game’s outcome. In the first half, the Eagles sailed in for 24 rebounds compared to the Lions' team total of 11. Olivet took its first lead (16-15) with 2:40 remaining in the first quarter on a 3pointer from Lorin Granger and soon extended its advantage to five points (20­ 15) on a basket by Jim Fitches with 1:26 left in that opening frame. Fitches finished with a team-high 20 points, one of three Eagles to score in double figures. A layup by Scott Spitzer ended the first quarter with Maple Valley trailing by three points (22-19). Another layup by Spitzer on a breakaway early in the second quarter trimmed the deficit to one point (24-23) with six minutes remaining in the first half. Spitzer gave the Lions a big boost with 18 points, 11 of those coming in the opening two quarters. "That's his career high," Reese said of Spitzer's 18 points. "If you leave him alone, he can spot up and make his shots.” The Olivet lead was still at one point (28-27) with 5:38 to go, but two quick baskets by Fitches (32-27) and a couple of questionable calls put the hometown Lions even further behind. Cody Page, who finished the game with 10 points, made two jumpers at the conclusion of the second quarter to help keep Maple Valley within striking distance (38-33). At half, the Eagles were ahead by six points (39-33),. but a scoop shot by Jim TAX HELP from Page 9 copies of their 1995 returns, as well as information about 1996 taxable income and de­ ductions. If eligible for any Michigan tax credits, taxpay­ ers also should bring informa­ tion about amounts paid in 1996 for property taxes or rent, heating costs and pre­ scriptions and drugs together with the 1996 form SSA1099 — Social Security bene­ fit statement. team with 25 kills and Poll tops the Lady Lions with 40 total points, including 15 service aces. In the Jan. 6 match with Portland St. Patrick, Poll was 13-of-13 serving with aces. The play of those two spikers, along with the sharp serving of captain Kerri Dean (85 percent average), make the Lady Lions a very deep team, despite their youth. Brumm is optimistic that her 9 juniors and 3 sophomores are just beginning to realize how good they can be. "We're very young and we have a lot to learn," Brumm said. "Our strong point would have to be our serving." Maple Valley's volleyball fortunes look to get even better with the expected return of Erica Krolik. The junior is currently out ofaction because of a basketball injury, but is hopeful to make a return to the Maple Valley volleyball lineup before the end of the season. The Lady Lions were scheduled to compete at the Union City tournament on Saturday, weather permitting. Union City is currently No. 5 in the Class C volleyball rankings, accordin g to the State Coaches. HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — Wheat 2000 meeting to be held in Charlotte Area farmers can attend a session on wheat production and management from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the MSU Extension office in Charlotte. Lunch is included. Reserva­ tions are requested by calling (517) 543-2310. The meeting is co-sponsored by Ciba. “In light of the head scab infestation in 1996, it is im- Cobb W Wtaf % Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair I I I Richard Cobb • David 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd, Vermontville Mitchell to start the third stanza (39-35) gave the Lions even more reason for optimism to open the second half. The action went back-andfourth for most of the third quarter with Olivet holding leads that ranged from three to seven points. A Nick Davis bank shot as the horn sounded gave the Eagles a 53-46 advantage heading into the final eight minutes. Trent Harvey, who finished second on the Lions' team with 13 points, fouled out with 2:22 left and the grimace on his face told the entire story. Rebounds, free throws, an official's whistle — It all seemed to go against the home team Lions on Friday night. had some solid personal performances, but were not able to put together a total team effort in the Bronson match as they were able to achieve versus Olivet. Stine scored 6 points, 3 kills and 2 blocks, Poll tallied 4 points and Joheather Grant registered 3 blocks and made 8 assists. Stine was 9-of-9 serving, while Poll made good on 7-of-8 attempts behind the line. Stine currently leads the Mich. Lie. #23-174tf portant for area farmers to be as current as possible on the management and production of wheat,” says Natalie Rec­ tor, MSU Extension Agent. Head scab and the potential for vomitoxin is a concern at many levels. For individual farmers it reduces yields and creates the concern for dockage when sold. As an in­ dustry in.the state, wheat is a very important crop and adds diversity to crop production. The weather, specifically at wheat flowering, is still the most critical factor for disease infestations. But variety selec­ tion and production manage­ ment do leave some options for farmers to improve their wheat production. “Farmers are invited to the Feb. 6 meeting to discuss the current and future wheat pro­ duction practices with two MSU specialists, Dr. Rick Ward, MSU Plant Breeder and Dr. Pat Hart, MSU Plant Pathologist. All interested people are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call MSU Extension at (517) 543-2310. Senior citizens to meet Jan. 15 Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re*upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m*Monday thru Friday Vermontville senior citizens will meet at the Methodist Church for a potluck dinner Wednesday, Jan. 15, at noon. Meat will be furnished. Maple Syrup group to meet tonight The Vermontville Maple Syrup festival Group will meet at 7:30 tonight at the Congregational Church. ...to improve your image with affordable, high quality printing. Forget bean counting — get the quality you need to compete with the best. • • • • Full staff creative services. Full and spot color printing. Business forms -- business cards. "On-demand" copying. The best place for the best business printing at the best price — guaranteed. can: 945-9554 Fax: 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 21, 1997 — Page 12 Olivet Eagles soar past Lions in SMAA hoop play 73-65 What a difference a year makes. A season ago, Maple Valley's varsity basketball team was busy chalking up big scoring numbers in its road towards the Class C State quarterfinals. But, nine seniors graduated from that team, leaving Coach Jerry Reese with just three returning players with varsity experience. In comparison, Olivet's eagers were suffering through a difficult 5-16 campaign and any thought of beating its Southern Michigan Athletic Association foe would have been far fetched. The new season, however, has been one of drastic change as evident by Friday night's outcome at Maple Valley High. The visiting Eagles sank their free throws when they needed to and crashed the boards constantly in chalking up a 73-65 win over the Lions. Olivet is now 7-1 for the year, 3-0 in the SMAA, while Maple Valley drops to 3-4 and 1-1. "Our fouls again and rebounds hurt us, especially in the first half," Reese said. See Hoop action, P. 11 Trent Harvey (50) barrels in for 2 of his 13 points as Scott Spitzer (21) scored his career Lion high of 18 points Friday, a total that included two 3-pointers. (Photo by Perry Hardin). 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Box,, Post Grape Nuts or waffle Crisp Vermontville Grocery — and — Fresh M_ea.t Market Open 6 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-01-28.pdf 72a4fb6056ea7c886073aa0e153c585d PDF Text Text BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID HASTIR PUBLIC LI BRARY |2!SCku CHs 49C58 Pennit No. 7 Hastmjs.MI HASTiNGS. Mt 49u5a 1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 490f>£ P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 4 — Tuesday, January 28, 1997 Volunteer coaches to be on M.V. School payroll in 1997 Some coaching positions at Maple Valley will no longer be volunteer. Those who have been helping in past years will be getting a paycheck, thanks to action taken by the Board ofEducation. According to school offi­ cials, many volunteers have given their time for Maple Valley High School sports programs, there for nightly practices and every game sim­ ply for the kids. They said they feel it is time to say thanks to these individuals and at the same time cover some liability issues associated with all volunteer positions. At a recent Board of Education meeting, the topic was discussed at length, and though salaries for these posi­ tions are part of future discus­ sions after the adoption of next year's budget, the concept was overwhelmingly ap­ proved. "We have a lot ofgreat vol­ unteers, and these people should be on the payroll at Maple Valley," said Athletic Director, Todd Gonser. "We will be deciding those salaries during the summer of 1997." Gonser also mentioned the liability issue. "Our insurance company has recommended that these coaches be paid something to cover both liability and workman's compen­ sation issues," he said. "And 4< We have a lot of great volunteers, and these people should be on the payroll at Maple Valley. We will be deciding those salaries during the summer of ” 1997. — Todd Gonser, athletic director from my perspective, we have many individuals who have given many, many years of their own time and money to Maple Valley sports pro­ grams. It's time we give something back." In every junior and senior high sports program. Maple Valley's paid coaches rely on help from volunteers, who of­ ten are available for every School pizza sales to start on Feb. 10 Area teens soon will be around the neighborhood with pizza orders in hand, hoping that friends and neighbors will help to support the Maple Valley yearbook. "We need everyone’s help to fund our program and make the yearbook possible," said Cindy Gatewood from the schools. "All proceeds from this pizza sale will go directly to cover yearbook expenses." Every year, students in­ volved with the yearbook staff work on a limited budget and volunteer many hours to make the publication possible. Rachael Brown has been instrumental in publishing the last Maple Valley Yearbook and knows first hand of all the hard work and money that it takes to make the project possible. She and her friend, Samantha Smith may appear on your door step with some of these goodies to help pay for this year's edition of the yearbook. There are lots of- treats to choose from and sales start soon, don't miss out!-!! There are no funds available from the school budget, so this team of teens must rely on fund-raisers and sales. "There are lots of pictures to take and lots ofwork to put the yearbook together," said Rachael Brown. "But it is also a lot of fun." This year, Gatewood has added some incentive for students, in an effort to boost sales and help everyone on a strict bud­ get to purchase their own yearbook. A wide range of items are available for pur­ chase, and the sale of20 items enables a student to get a "free" yearbook. "We are providing an oppor­ tunity for every Maple Valley student to have a yearbook," Brown said. "If you have al­ ready paid for yours, you will receive a full refund, providing you sell 20 items!" A contest will also be on­ going between classmates, with $50 available to the top salesman or saleswoman. Sales will begin Feb. 10, and some of the things avail­ able from "Club's Choice” menu are many varieties of pizza, garlic cheese bread and desserts like cheesecake, pie and apple dumplings. Prices range from $5.50 to $9 depending on your taste, and each item purchased must be paid for at the time of the order. Here are details ofthe sale: • Junior and senior high students will receive "Club's Choice" order forms Monday, Feb. 10, and sales will begin immediately. Extra forms will be available in room B-4 at the high school. • All paid orders must be complete and returned to school by Monday, Feb. 24. Checks should be made payable to Maple Valley Schools. • Goods will be delivered on March 19. practice and game throughout a sports season. Varsity football coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said he is concerned that most don't realize the amount of time and effort that this type of com­ mitment takes from individu­ als. He said that in 1979 there were paid coaches at least for the football season, and through the years, because of budget cuts, they became vol­ unteer. "In 1979 there was one var­ sity coach (football) and two assistants on the payroll," he said. "And because of budget problems, you (meaning the former Board of Education) kept cutting positions," he said. "I was told then that when times were good, more paid positions would be avail­ able. I know times haven't gotten any better, but I think we should at least investigated adding these volunteers to the payroll.” Mittelstaedt told school board members that he felt it was unfair to continue to ask indi­ viduals to devote their time and efforts without compensa­ tion. "I feel funny about continu­ ing to ask these people to scout, coach and travel with no money," he said. "Don Roscoe has helped coach how for ten years and never been paid. I wonder if you (school board members) are aware of these coaches' commitment. He continued, "And then there is Gary Hamilton. He has spent a lol of his own money going to clinics." After the meeting, Maple Valley News contacted head varsity basketball coach Jerry Reese, who said that volun­ teers at Maple Valley have been very influential to both the athletic program and to personal lives of students. "Maple Valley has been very fortunate to have so many caring and dedicated volunteer coaches," he said. "The success enjoyed by our youth are shared by volunteers from elementary through high school programs. The suc­ cesses not only include athlet­ ics but helping your young­ sters become outstanding members of our community and society.” When paychecks will be forthcoming, and how much the salaries will be, will be a topic of discussion prior to beginning of the 1997-98 school year. Charlotte area man dies in snowmobile crash in rural area A snowmobile accident last week left one Charlotte area man dead, and his young niece with injuries. According to reports from the Eaton County Sherriff Department, 34-year-old Nick Bergman died after he lost control of the snowmobile he was driving. The machine traveled over a downed fence and then over a 15- to 20-foot embankment and through a wooded area before coming to rest on a frozen pond just before 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, in a rural area on Kalamo Highway. Charlotte Fire and ambulance crews were called to the scene and both Bergman and his niece, 9-year-old Erica Converse, were transported to Charlotte Hayes Green Beach Hospital where Bergman was pemounced dead. Converse was treated and released and is now recovering at home. In This Issue... • Nashville Village Council OKs annual budget for fiscal year • Daughter of local couple lends hand in Bosnian effort • Winter ‘Homecoming Week’ celebrated at Maple Valley • Local officials take part in state township meeting �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 2 Barry County Red Cross planning two drives next week The Barry County chapter ! 7 p.m. Goal will be 60 pints of the American • Red Cross | collected. “If you can bring a will have two blood drives in I friend along to help us suc- ceed our goal; the extra blood the first week of February.. On Feb. 3, it will be at the ' is needed very badly,” said St. Ambrose ChUrdK in Delton J Barry County ; Red Cross Director, Karen Despres. from 1 to 7 p.m. Goal for this The blood drives that were drive will be 60 pints cancelled throughout collected. Michigan because of bad The other drive will be at weather has caused critical the Castleton Township Hall shortages in inventory. Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 1 to Therefore, the Red Cross is trying to help make up the dif­ ference by holding a previous­ ly unscheduled blood drive in Nashville. Beginning Feb. 3, the Red Cross will be implementing a whole new program. “MACS” is the acronym for “Manufacturing and Com­ puter Standardization,” which will give Red Cross information to at least get you started,” Despres said. “I have looked this new program over very closely atld feel that if we give it a chance, and maybe a little bit of time to iron out any wrinkles, the entire donation process will go much more smoothly.” Anyone at least 17 years old, weighing at least 110 staff in Michigan instant in­ local Red Cross office at (616) formation on the health 945-3122 to schedule an ap­ history on a person who used pointment, he/she will have a to donate in Florida, Wyom­ “Blood Dpnor Record” all ing, or Nbw Yorjs. Literally .filled put .and waiting lor ar,, anyplace in the-.Uiiited' States rival, leaving only the health that one has donated blood to 'J^history portion to finish’ and , the American Red Cross,, confirm. ’ “There are a number* of. his/her histdry will be in the . other changes that will be inT“MACS” recbfds. If the donor wants to take a plemented as you go through, minute in advance to call the the process, but this is enough " See Red Cross, P. 3 GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. >' HOMETOWN! LUMBgR YARD Only one life — will soon be past __ • 219 S. State St. nly what's done for Christ will last. Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service ■ LAWN MOWER CENTER • 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 North Main, Nashville I once heard a religious leader mention several times that we should pray for God's grace. The dictionary may describe grace as a kindness or favor. In addition, there are many other descriptions ofgrace, including a prayer said before or after meals; however, God's grace can be described as unearnedfavor or mercy ofour Heavenly Father. The Bible tells us that Mary, the mother ofJesus, was highly favored by God; Mary was full ofGod's grace. In the book ofRomans 3:24, it tells us that by God's grace we are put right with God through faith in Jesus Christ. It is God’s grace that saves us, and praying for God's grace should be part ofour daily prayer life. God can get our attention in many ways to draw us to Him, and when he is gentle to us, he is extending His mercy to us. When we recognize how kind God is to us at various times, we can understand in a small way how much He loves us. His mercy and grace endure forever. First Corinthians 15:33 TEAM ONE •VWWMWVWVWVt CHEVROLET . OLDSMOBILE 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Charlotte LEROY SLEEPER Call Toll-Free 517-543-0200 1-800-752-7700 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. □ *WOLEVER’S realtor* *REAL ESTATE For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withholdfrom them that walk uprightly. —KJV Psalms 84:11 MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852-2005 For a Fair Deal on a New or Used Car or Truck Dick Tobias RES. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 (517) 726-0637 ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER |, LOCAI.CULRCHSCnEDTLl-: CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship................... 11 a.m. Evening Worship............... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road (!4 mi. East of M-66, 5 ml. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............ 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School ........ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 am Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWAN A.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. January 28. 1997 — Page 3 'Accelerated Reading’ program turns on the computers Students at Fuller Elemen­ tary are involved in a new reading'program, one that in- volves lots of books and a conclusion of each. The "Accelerated Reading turn on the computer at the Program," put in place to en- Meet some of Fuller Elementary’s most excellent readers! These students are just a few of the ‘reading stars' that are displayed in the hallway, (back from left) Stacie Cook, Thomas Reichard, Danny Durecka, Alicia Phillips, Dhanielle Tobias (second row) Jenna Denton, Amanda Duke, Brent Cummings, Aaron Myers, JamieYoung, Janelie Farnum, Zachary Drake, Shane Shance (front row) Bekah Welch, Cortney Warner and Sarah VanderHoef. Congratulations Kids!!! Part of the Accelerated Reading program at Fuller Elementary is a test on the computer after finishing a book. Once finished each student gets a printed copy of their test results. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 29 Chicken patty, whipped potatoes, pineapple. Thursday, Jan. 30 Escalloped potato/ham, peas, mixed fruit, muffin, salad. K-Pizza. Friday, Jan. 31 Pizza, cherry stix, carrot stix w/dip, chips, applesauce. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Jan. 29 Taco’s/Nacho’s Pcs., let­ tuce, cheese, pear, graham cracker. it’s about hair texture. Short Cuts Introduces... ANGI BONIFACE Tanning............... *29.99 SHORT CUTS Full Service Beauty Salon and Barber Shop Phone 948-9392 227 E. State, Hastings Hours: M T 9 am-7 pm; W-F 9 am-6 pm; Sat. 9-3 • WALK-INS WELCOME Wednesday, Jan. 29 Chicken fries, mashed potatoes, bread and butter, cherry crisp. Potato bar. it’s not about skin color, "Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Thursday, Jan. 30 Hot dog/bun, tatar rounds, fruit mix, cookie. Friday, Jan. 31 Pizza, peas, applesauce. Note: Breakfast sold dai­ ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. WE USE AND RECOMMEND KENRA PROFESSIONAL HAIRCARE PRODUCTS CERTIFIED KENRA GLOBAL SALON Mapes Florist 207 N. Main St; Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat 9 am to 1 pm Thursday, Jan. 30 Friday, Jan. 31 Nachos, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. RED CROSS from Page 2 pounds and in reasonably good health can give blood and help save as many as four lives. There is no upper age limit. “In the past people that have sugar diabetes or have had cancer or hepatitis, were all automatically deferred from ever giving blood. This is no longer true. If your diabetes is controlled, you can give blood. If you survived cancer, without having radia­ tion therapy, you can give blood. If you had hepatitis before your 11th birthday, you can give blood,” Despres said. The Barry County Red Cross is a member agency of the Barry County United Way. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment PRIMESTAR QUALITY SATELLITE system wireless cable. No equipment to buy. No down payment Special installa­ tion rates in January, as little as $10 down. Call Jim at 765-3011 or 1-800-5-PRIME-5 your authorized Primestar agent for this area. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 courage the students to read on their own, has proven to be successful. The incentive? That turn on the computer al the con­ clusion of each book. The program, a recent purchase, uses many, computer skills, making the test not only fun but educational. If the youngsters passes the test accompanying his or her reading assignment there is a point given. Eventually, names begin to appear on a poster in the third grade hall­ way. Last week, Maple Valley some of the buildings newest News visited Fuller Street and "reading stars" all very excited had to chance to visit with about the project. Call Dixie, Joan, Rhea or Jim for your Real Estate Needs: HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. (517) 726-0967 Mulll-Llstlng Service from Lake Michigan to Williamson, from SI. Johns to Leslie Plus Slate and‘National through RLI. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. HORIZON Cali Dixie for Your Building Needs... & ASSOCIATES, INC. 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A’s & B’s — Holly Clouse, ► ► ► ► ► ► ► ► Rabbits and more rabbits will fill the 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 1 for the Eaton County 4-H Rabbit Show. The show begins at 10 a.m. with showmanship classes. Exhibitors are asked to have their rabbits in the building and checked in by 9 a.m. En­ try fees are $2 per entry, $1 per entry for fur classes and $1 for showmanship. The show is open to any Michigan 4-H member. The public is invited to stop by to see the show and visit with 4-H members and families. MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Joan & Homer Winegar.. Nyle Wells.............................. • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Mrs. Pettengill All A’s — Owen Blakely, Rachel Brandenburg, Mindy McKelvey, Karla Rasey, Richie Wilson. A’s & B’s — Pat Arras, Becky Bumford, Jessica Cowell, Danny Davis, Rachelle Drallette, Kari Emerick, Britt Leonard, Elizabeth Lincoln, Brett Maki, Candi Miller, Aubrey Murphy, Amanda Scramlin, Richie Wilson. Mrs. Williams All A’s — Austin Fassett. B Average — Garry Cousins, Samantha Allen, Nick Burpee, Jason Camp­ bell, Nathan Carney, Ashley Gordeneer, Josh . Grasman, Lindsey Hagen, Jessica Mansfield, Samantha Mater, Mike Mead, Tim Miller, Beth Mulvany, Melissa Nisse, Dawn Rhoades, Jeff Taylor, Brieann Treloar, Cydney West. Eaton County 4-H rabbit show planned Feb. 1 Phone (517) 852-1915 HMS Andrew Kenyon, Jennifer Dunn, Brenda Dayton, Cameron Smith, Holly Forest, Meaghan Pierce, Jessie Grant, Kristen Vanderhoef, Chad Powers. Eves. 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 There is no admission fee to see the show. For additional information, call Travis Grimwood, show superintendent or the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Market Beef weigh-in is Feb. 1 The 1997 Eaton County 4-H Beef Weigh-in will be held Saturday, Feb. 1, between 8 a.m. and noon at the Charlotte Fairgrounds. This weigh-in is mandatory for all members planning to show and sell market and car­ cass animals at the 1997 Eaton County 4-H Fair. For more information, con­ tact Tracey Gordeneer, beef superintendent, at (517) 726-1309 or the Eaton County MSU Extension office, (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Obituaries Doris Haynor-----SUNFIELD - Doris Haynor, age 81, of Sunfield passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 1997 at her residence. Mrs. Haynor was bom on May 6, 1915, the daughter of Pearl (Griffin) Cure and Hiram Cure at their residence in Sunfield. She graduated from Sunfield High School in 1933. She was a partner with Maude Hanna in C & H Dry Goods, located in Sunfield, beginning in 1941. She bought the busi­ ness in 1943, selling it in 1947. She was married to Robert Haynor of Wheeler on March 4,1947 and he was well known as the C & O Railway Agent and served at Sunfield, Grand Ledge and Ionia; she has lived with her sons and families in Sunfield and Clarksville . in recent years and since 1947 she has dedicated her life to her husband, children, and grand- children; her kind and loving ways will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 1985. She is survived by two sons, Kerry Haynor of Sunfield and Rodney Haynor ofClarksville; three grandchildren, Lee, Caroline and Paul Haynor; two cousins, Harold Hanna of Sunfield and Ella (Griffin) Worrall of Phoenix, Arizona; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 24, 1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel with the Reverend Earl Thomas officiating. Interment took place in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society in memory of Mrs. Haynor. Robert Edwin Rumfield SUNFIELD - Robert Edwin Rumfield, age 66, of Sunfield, passed away on Sunday Janunary 19,1997 at his residence in Ionia County. Mr. Rumfield was bom on March 9,1930 in Hastings, the son of Verd and Anna M. (Mallory) Rumfield, Senior. He was lifelong Sunfield resident and farmer, he retired from Oldsmobile in 1988 as a power sweeper operartor after twenty-three years of service, he received the FFA’s Ameri­ can Farmer Award, was a member ofthe American Agri­ culture Movement, drove school bus for Sunfield and Lakewood Schools. He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Denise Marie Rumfield. Mr. Rumfield is survived by his children, Robin Brace, Susan (Mike) Roper, and Tim (Julie) Rumfield; seven grand­ children, Eric and Aaron Brace, Michelle and Leanna Roper, Jeff, Nick and Danny Rumfield; former son-in-law, Keith Brace, formerly married to Joan (Jones) Austin; sister, Elizabeth (William) Hunt; brother, Verd (Sally) Rumfield Junior. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, January 22, 1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Interment took place in the Welch Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ionia Hospice, S.P.Y.’s, or Ameri­ can Cancer Society. VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI Penny Supper February 1,1997 Pork Chops & Dressing, Cabbage Rolls & Stuffed Peppers Serving...5:30 to 7:00 pm Help Wanted COORDINATOR-CETUSA SEEKS individual who is self­ PRICE REDUCED!! NASHVILLE 2 BR NASHVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 bath. This home has been com­ pletely remodeled with great room & open stairway. A must see. Call Nyle for an appoint­ ment. 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JOHN DEERE Located on 2900 N. Broadway Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) Hom: Mon.-Fit. 7 am-5 pm; Than. 7 »m-7 pm; Sat 7 am-12 Naan GOOD DEALS...AND A GOOD DEAL MORE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 5 Maple Grove robbery suspects waive preliminary exams Pictured here at their December arraignment in Barry County District Court are (from left) Michael Dupree, Christopher Cummings and Tomas Parson. All three waived preliminary exams in Eaton County Wednesday on charges related to a Dec. 9 armed robbery of a Lawrence Road home and were scheduled for Feb. 20 arraignments in Eaton County Circuit Court. by Jason Carr Stjw tjw jw SJf Li . ™ ffltate, SKIjflj Owpsitaj HsiW HloMp The Maple Valley High School Student Council spon­ sored a canned food drive dur­ ing the last two weeks of December. A total of 571 items were collected and were distributed in Nashville and Vermontville Dec. 19. The winning classrooms received a pizza party Dec. 20. The winning group at the senior high was Mr. Spencer’s class with 112 cans, and the junior high’s winner was Mrs. Kyre’s class with 79. Vermontville Woman’s Club to meet Feb. 3 *JS> > «> niijfyw£ Canned food drive totals 571 items Staff Writer Three Charlotte area men charged in the Dec. 9 armed robbery of the Laurel Manor Adult Foster Care home in Maple Grove Township, waived their preliminary ex­ ams on related charges in Eaton County. Michael J. Dupree, 18, of Charlotte, Tomas E. Parsons, 20, of Charlotte, and Ryan Cummings, 17, of Holt, all were scheduled for an 8:30 a.m. arraignment in Eaton County'Circuit Court on Feb. 20. All are charged with posses­ sion of a sawed-off shotgun and possession of marijuana in Eaton County. Chief As­ sistant Prosecutor Mike Eagen informed the court that plea agreements have been offered to Parsons and Dupree, while plea discussions are continu- ing with Cummings. Parson and Dupree have also been charged each with four counts of first degree home invasion. Eagen told the court in the Parson case, if he pleads guilty to the home invasion charges and testifies against Dupree and Cummings, then upon sentencing prosecutors will drop the weapons and marijuana charges, as well as supplemental habitual offender charges. Eagen said in the Dupree case, if he pleads guilty to the home invasion charges and testifies against Parson and Cummings, then upon sentencing prosecutors will drop the weapons and marijuana charges, as well as recommending that the minimum sentence for Dupree not exceed the minimum sentencing in Dupree's Barry County case.. VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville Cummings has has not not been been Cummings formally charged with home invasion, Eagen told victims after the hearing, because plea agreement negotiations are still going on. He told victims that guns taken from their homes are believed to have been used in the robbery in Maple Grove township. , Cummings, Dupree and Parson are charged in Barry County with armed robbery, home invasion and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. The three are alleged to have burst into the foster care home armed with shotguns and wearing black ski masks. They allegedly bound and gagged the owner of the home, the cook, and a visiting neighborhood teen, and took more than $1,500 belonging to residents. Lost & Found FOUND: BLACK FEMALE lab looking puppy, about 6mo. to a year old in downtown Nashvil­ le area. 517-726-0333. GET MORE NEWS! 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Election of officers will take place followed by a pro­ gram on home schooling presented by Lorraine Benedict, a member of the Ionia County Christian Homeschoolers Association and who home schools her children. New members and guests ae always welcome. CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscella­ neous items with classifieds in both The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. Student council members (from left) Beth Balom, Erin Booher and Casey Smith show off canned food collected. Maple Valley Arms Apartment 100-106 Lentz Nashville, MI 49073 Now Accepting Application 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartment Stove and Refrigerator furnished. Subsidized For Application, Phone 852-9628 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 1w0 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 6 Nashville Village Council OKs amended budget for fiscal year by Jason Carr Staff Writer The Nashville Village Council Thursday night ap­ proved an amended budget for the 1996-97 fiscal year. The budget amendments re­ flect higher than projected tax revenue and grant money for sidewalks and police and Vil­ lage Clerk Cathy Lentz told council members this is ex­ pected to be the last amended budget for the fiscal year. The village had projected general fund revenues ofabout $472,000 and general fund ex­ penditures of $412,000 in its first budget of the year, but those numbers have been re­ vised to $533,000 and $450,000, respectively. Council member and Fi­ nance Committee member Carroll Wolfe told council, "It's been a good year overall. Some of our expenditures have been high, but it's gener­ ally been a good year." Wolfe said the village's other accounts in major streets, local streets, sewer and water have all gained in their fund balance numbers. Nashville began the year with a general fund balance of $155,821 and is expecting to end the year at $238,258 — a 52.9 percent increase. Total fund balance at the beginning of the year was $580,571 and is expected to end at $698,807 — a 20.4% increase. In other business Thursday, the council: • Received a gift from Stephanie Thorne of an out­ door ice skating rink. Thome told council she could pur­ chase a liner to use as a skat­ ing rink for $250. The largest size she could purchase would be 32'x56'. She said the liner would be filled with water to freeze, and at the end of the winter could have the water siphoned off and be rolled up without dam­ age. The only cost to the De­ partment of Public Works (DPW) would be to set up, tear down and occasional maintenance. Pancake Breakfast at the COA Masonic Temple in Nashville from February 1st 8:30 -11:00 Entertainment by Nashville Five Freewill offering Proceeds go to buying a defribillatorfor the Nashville Ambulance. Sponsored by Grace Community Church Primetimers. TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service New Location ooo Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships and Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD — 15 Years Experience — Call 517-851-0111 TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES U The village should look at saving money for the purpose of a new village hall. We should look ahead 20 years and start working toward that goal. — Frank Dunham "So if it's a total bust out idea, it's not a lot of money," said Thome. Council member Mike Callton said a skating rink had been second to playground equipment on a recreation sur­ vey ofNashville residents. DPW director Scott Decker said the ideal spot for the rink would be at Nashville's tennis courts. He added the water could be brought in by a fire department tanker truck, and could be siphoned off by the truck at the end ofthe winter. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Jan. 31-Feb. 2 — 4-H Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Feb. 1 — State 4-H Rabbit/Cavy Show entry forms and fees are due back into MSU Cooperative Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 3 — Goat Management and Kidding Workshop at the Ex­ po Center, 7:00 p.m. Feb. 4 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more infor­ mation call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Feb. 7-8 — 4-H Horseback Riding for Handicappers/Handicapper Programs Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station. Feb. 8 — 9th Annual Michigan 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic at Michigan State University Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education (located on Farm Lane, south of Mt. Hope Hwy.) Feb. 8-9 — 4-H Youth Leadership Forum, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. Feb. 11 — Rodeo Developmental Committee Meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. Feb. 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. USDA Building. Feb. 15 — Sewing and Personal Appearance Workshop 10:00 a.m. at the Extension Office. Feb. 24 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m. (promptly) at Hastings High School in the Ag Room. Feb. 24 — Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. at Hastings High School in the Ag Room. • Discussed handicapped parking near the Nashville Post Office. The middle of the handicapped parking spot in front of the post office aligns with a ramp provided for use by wheelchairs. Council dis­ cussed eliminating the spot and changing a regular parking spot near the post office to handicapped. Councilman Dennis Mapes said this possibility would ef­ fectively eliminate two park­ ing spaces, while there are a row of handicapped spaces in front ofthe Masonic Lodge. Other council members suggested Nashville has two more handicapped spots than it needs according to formula, and eliminating those extra two spots could free up park­ ing. "I don't know if we need to reduce the number of spots," Mapes said, adding he was considering breaking up the clustering of handicapped spots near the downtown. Police Chief Jim Falk told council, "Either way you look at it you have to keep that ramp clear. One person can pull in and block it and some­ how you have to keep it open for them." Decker added the village may also have to go through the State of Michigan. Council asked Falk and Decker to check on state regu­ lations before proceeding. • Heard council members comments. Frank Dunham said the vil­ lage needed to look at making the village hall handicapped accessible. Discussion cen­ tered around whether it would be more feasible to extend a ramp through the hall's back door as opposed to the front, but White said to his knowl­ edge, "if you do it from the back you have to do it in the front." Dunham added the village should look at saving money for the purpose of a new vil­ lage hall adding, "we should look ahead 20 years and start working toward that goal." Dunham also said residents have asked him about having the village maintain alley­ ways, which for some resi­ dents are the only access they have to garages. He said as a rule the village has not main­ tained alleys, but there is no ordinance dictating the vil­ lage's responsibility over al­ leys. He suggested that while some alleys could be elimi­ nated by turning them over to property owners, others may have to be kept for village government interests. Mapes Mapes said said that that most most alleys alleys are "antiquated. You can't get a fire truck through a few of them." He said if residents wanted alleys maintained, the village could assess the cost back to them similar to side­ walks. Dunham also said council should discuss giving a four percent pay increase to DPW employees. He said the last raise to DPW employees was two years. Other council members said they should consider pay in­ creases for DPW, police and office employees all at the same time. The matter was turned over to a special com­ mittee made up of Callton, Dunham and White. • Heard White say the Barry County Tourist Council will be meeting in Nashville, Feb. 10. Lee's Nails are back in town at 101 N. 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MEREDITH WILLSON’S OiY SHOWING: FEB. 6,7; 8 CURTAIN 7:00 • FEB. 8 & 9 CURTAIN 2:00 LOCATION: VERMONTVILLE OPERA HOUSE TICKETS: ADULT $7.00 STUDENTS & SENIOR CITIZEN $6.00 CHILD 13 & UNDER $5 00 ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE BY PHONE ONLY AT 726-0804 ___GROUP AND GENERAL INFORMATION CALL 726-0804 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 7 Daughter of local couple lends hand in Bosnia effort by Michael Tolzmann wes wesS uu© SJSSRS* sw mJ. * MjiWt "™* *h hSKiWi For most people in Taszar, Hungary, a rural farm village nestled just north of the Balkans, American GIs roll­ ing through their streets is a pretty amazing sight. For most of their lives, the red flag of communism, and images of goosestepping soldiers, food shortages and a lack of personal freedoms have been the norm. Today, these senior veterans of the Cold War see an unbelievably different pic­ ture. Huge trucks carrying American soldiers and sup­ plies rumble over the cob­ blestone streets alongside Hungarian vehicles in a scene that just six short years ago would have been labeled fan­ tasy at best. Army National Guard Sgt. Janine M. Barham, daughter of David and Connie Ander­ son, 5641 Maple Grove Road, Nashville, plays a part in the transformation within this former Warsaw Pact country, as she and her fellow soldiers set the stage in Hungary in support of the NATO peace mission “Operation Joint Endeavor” in BosniaHerzegovina. Barham works in Hungary where just a few years ago Soviet troops were based. This place is now buzzing with American GI activity at what is called the Intermediate Staging Base, Taszar, Hungary. Army soldiers go­ ing to Bosnia from Germany, Reach over 50,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week make calls home to loved ones, listen and watch Armed Forces Television and Radio, play billiards, and shop at a post exchange located in a nearby tent. Many of these amenities are not found at the outpost camps in Bosnia, where they have been, or are on their way to. Life for Barham, though, is no party or easy street. Her role is to help provide for and support this peacekeeping mission. “I arrived in Germany June 17, and after some training moved to Hungary July 1,” Barham said. “We expect to be here until March 1997.” “We have one day off each week,” said Barham. “On those days I take advantage of functions sponsored by the local Army Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Center like trips to Lake Balaton, a trail­ ride on horseback, a trip to a Army National Guard Sgt. Janine M. Barham distributes correspondence for members of her unit at the end of a busy day. Barham is an administrative noncommissioned officer stationed in Hungary in support of soldiers moving in and out of Bosnia-Herzegovina. (Photo by Michael Tolzmann) or those headed from Bosnia back home, stop here for sup­ plies and a place to rest. Barham’s role helps make the Bosnian peace mission a suc­ cessful one. Barham is an administrative noncommissioned officer with the 131st Mobile Public Af­ fairs Detachment, Alabama National Guard, normally sta­ tioned in Montgomery, Ala. “Ordinarily I work with the 279th Signal Battalion in Guntersville, Ala., setting up telephone networks for military missions and helping in the office typing and fil­ ing,” explained Barham. “The 131st Mobile Public Af­ fairs Detachment needed me to serve as an administrative clerk for the mission here in Hungary. I provide ad­ ministrative support for a public affairs office which produces a daily newspaper and a magazine-style publica- tion weekly. This is my first deployment outside the United States since joining the Na­ tional Guard in 1988.” Barham is a 1990 graduate of Faulkner University, Montgomery. At the staging base, food, water, ammunition and fuel are stockpiled for the transient soldiers. Most soldiers deploying to Bosnia reach Hungary by plane, rail or bus. Here they marry up with their tanks, trucks and other kx? y, 1 N rtulHt A as? ? Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation Sk ...will be... TAPPING TREES ...in Vermontville. If you don’t want your trees tapped, please put a white cloth around the tree. ANY QUESTIONS? Phone Gene Fisher at. 726-0670 Tylenol M EXTRA STRENGTH Tylenol —■ EXTRA STRENGTH je’itaifa • NOTICE • Blizzard Of Bargains e Cehobt Tylenol HELP WANTED vehicles before rolling them a half-day’s drive into the near­ by Bosnian Balkans. 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I’ve been studying the Hungarian language, but it’s so unrelated to any other language you can only use it in Hungary.” Even though life in Hungary today is becoming more and more westernized, and in some ways could be compared to places like Ger­ many, the soldiers deployed here still miss something. “I miss my friends at home and my sisters and parents,” said Barham. “I also miss my pets, my civilian job, my signal unit, and the Scottsboro Players Little Theater Group.” For Barham and other soldiers stationed in Hungary, time away from loved ones and the comforts of home are temporary. But the peace and tranquility they bring to this part of Europe are likely to last for years to come. 852-0845 RC $5.39 HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 8 Shooting woes hinder Lion hoopsters shot at ‘Hawks’ Andy Oleson (5) leans and launches a shot during Friday’s varsity hoop contest at Maple Valley High. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Jim Mitchell (24) scores 2 of his 12 points over two Leslie defenders, but the Lions still lost by a 64-53 score. (Photo by Perry Hardin) NOTICE: Nashville Maple Syrup Association Annual Meeting • Jan. 29,1997 Castleton Township Hall 7:00 p.m. Public invited. Maple Syrup available in Nashville at: Carl’s Supermarket, Hastings City Bank and Mace Pharmacy. (102) Maple Valley's shooting seemed as cold as the weather outside Friday night, as the varsity Lions lost its SMAA contest to Leslie 64-53. Coach Jerry Resse described it as "tough luck shooting" as his Maple Valley team made 6-of-26 field goal attempts in the first half and finished 21of-59. That compounded with Leslie's 15-dfr 19 fortunes at the free throw line in the NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED 1997 - 98 BUDGET PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Thursday, February 6,1997 at 7 o’clock pm at the Village Office, Vermontville, Michigan, the Vermontville Village Council will hold a public hearing to consider the Village’s proposed 1997-98 budget. fourth quarter keptJthe Lions Maple Valley's mark of 6-of- 5 p.m. • Regulhrfjl scheduled action 12. on the defensive. Maple Valley, now 3-6 and between Dansville on Friday. Leslie led 13-8 after the opening eight minutes and 1-2 in the SMAA, will riot *nigftt, for all high school 29-19 at the half. After three play tonight but will host basketball teams, remains the same. quarters, Leslie still held a Stockbridge on Friday. Schedule. And on Saturday, the comfortable edge at 42-33. Changes freshman, junior varsity and Jim Mitchell topped Maple loiiight: the freshman varsity will makeup their Valley in scoring with 12 points, Cody Page added 11 basketball team will host games with Stockbridge. The and Mike Heyboer tallied 10 Pewamo-Westphalia and not .freshman will kick things off points. Mitchell, along with Saranac, game time is set for at 4 p.m. Travis VanAlstine, were the Lions' top rebounders, with 5 apiece. Maple Valley out­ rebounded Leslie 18-10 in the first half with 11 of those caroms coming on the offensive glass. Nick Boertman scored 27 points for the Slack Hawks, There will be a public hearing Thursday, including five 3-pointers and Chad Arnett managed 17; February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the points with’ 11 of'Ahose Council Chambers to discuss a proposed markers coming from 15 free parking ordinance for M-66 in front of Good throw attempts. Leslie finished *21-df-34 at the Time Pizza to the North end Village Limits. chanty stripe, compared to NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Tkiuk You... Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk The Village Council may not adopt its proposed 1997 - 98 bud­ get until after the public hearing. A copy of the proposed 1997 - 98 budget including the proposed property tax millage rate is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Village Office. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING THE PROPERTY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THIS HEARING. There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the proposed 1997-1998 fiscal year budget for the Village of Nashville. This notice is given by order of the Village Council. Sharon Stewart, Village Clerk 203 United Wiay Reaching those who need help. Touching us all.* Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 9 M.V. Varsity spikers travel to Delton for tournament fcK HMiKiaiiik l the Maple Valley Community Education program, will begin its ninth season in February. The KFHL has expanded to 12 teams with the addition of the expansion Senators. KFHL Coordinator David Seventh grade eagers quite active on courts The seventh grade Lions' basketball teams have been quite busy recently. ■ Aid ■ kriij, Iht XE-WUfflui mh mriidqta gn WoiMfeil tail >‘u NOTICE The Castleton Township Board is seeking applicants to fill the Trustee vacancy on the township board. This person shall submit a letter of interest to: Lorna L. Wilson, Township Clerk 915 Reed Street P.O. box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 This letter must be received no later than January 31,1997 at 5 p.m. 200 NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in organizational and regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Thursday, January 2 and Wednesday, January 15,1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 ext. 225 or 485-6444 ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 202 NOTICE OF ORDINANCE ADOPTION At their regularly scheduled January 15, 1997 meeting, the Eaton County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the following: An amendment to the Municipal Civil Infraction Ordinance to provide for sanctions for viola­ tions of the Mechanical Code. This Ordinance takes effect upon publication of the Notice of Adoption. Challenges to adoption of the ordi­ nance must be filed within 50 days of adoption. Challenges must be in the form of a petition filed with the County Clerk and signed by not less than 20% of the electors of the County. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 201 On Jan. 13, the boys traveled in different directions. The B team lost to Lansing Christian 28-21 and the A team beat Delton 59-22. Mike Hirneiss scored 8 points, Scot Rice 6 points and 4 rebounds, Brian Smith 4 rebounds and Bruce Rasmussen 4 steals for the B team. Jeremy Wiser managed 16 points and 4 steals, Darin Thrun 9 points and 6 assists and Devin Phenix 8 points and 7 rebounds for the A team. Both Maple Valley teams hosted Olivet on Jan. 20. Rice tallied 14 points, Hirneiss 13 points and 7 steals, Scot Rice 7 rebounds, Brandon Hopkins 6 points and Brandon Holton 6 points. Nick Jones scored 20 to go along with 5 assists for the A team. Wiser had 15 points and 4 steals, Thrun 8 points and 6 rebounds and John Terberg grabbed 5 rebounds. The Lions traveled to Leslie on Jan. 22 and scored a 46-42 win. Phenix, Jones and Thrun each had 8 points and tallied Terberg 6 points. Terberg, Phenix and Jacob Skelton also combined for 19 rebounds. The B team finishes off its season on Wednesday when they host St. Philip, while the A team travels to Pennfield. Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. CrtL.945-9554 The Hastings Banner Maple Valley's volleyball team works a play in its matchup with Three Rivers during Saturday's Delton Tournament. The varsity volleyball team rival Middleville 15-1, 15-3, took part in the 10-team Three Rivers 15-6, 15-3 and Delton-Kellogg Tournament Potterville 15-10, 15-6. In its fourth matchup of the on Saturday, facing some very good competition along the day, the Lions drew a forfeit against Vicksburg. Vicksburg way. Maple Valley lost to area and Potterville both qualified for the tournament's final four. Coach Duska Brumm's team will travel to Leslie for SMAA action on Thursday and will play in the Saranac Tournament this Saturday. REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 10, 1997 To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City of Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT VILLAGE HALL FEBRUARY 10,1997 - LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 204 N. Main Street, Nashville For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROP­ ERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. 3 - 2 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEES Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28. 1997 — Page 10 Winter ‘Homecoming Week’ at Maple Valley filled with fun and surprizes was recently selected for- a Charlotte, and ofcourse prepa­ rations for college. good citizen award. Others who appe ared on this When not busy with school Friday night's halftime fes­ there were daily class competi­ tivities topped off a week of tions and a pep rally Friday Winter Homecoming events at with games that elicited tons of laughter from fellow Maple Valley. Along with crowning of classmates and staff at the this year's king and queen high school. Meet Troy Duffey and Trish Sloan, representing the Sophmore class for this years homecoming events. This cute couple is Robb Rosin and Mandy Ashley, King and Queen candidates for the 1997 Maple Valley Winter Homecoming. Josh Cook and Tomi Jo Sealy represented the Junior class in this years winter homecoming events. selected them both for the honor. Meet the 1997 Maple Valley Winter Homecoming King and Queen, Scott Spitzer and Tara Stewart. The honor was quite a surprize for the couple who have been dating for almost two years. Congratulations to both of you!!! (photos by Perry Hardin) Both ofthese seniors are ac­ tive in sports programs at Maple Valley. Spitzer is probably best known as cap­ tain of the school's basketball team, and Stewart is captain ofthe cheerleading squad! Tara, daughter of Art and Brenda (Swift) Stewart of Nashville, is also captain of the girls' softball team, and Though no prince and princess are chosen for the winter homecoming events, each class is represented by one couple who appears on the court. This is Justin Van Alstine and Lauren Hansbarger representing the Freshman class. School officials didn't have a hard time finding volunteers for an old favorite. Tug-Of -War'1 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28. 1997 __Page 11 Slip - sliding - away! All of the recent snow triggered a great idea for youngsters at Fuller Elementary's PPI and Special Education Classrooms. Why not have a sledding party!! Last week youngsters were out on the big hill in front of the school with teachers and moms having a great time! Let the winter fun begin! Fuller Street PPI Students had their own sledding party last week. Though there were few remains of the snow storm by Friday, the hill in front of Fuller Street was still plenty slippery. Looks like the teachers had as much fun as the kids did!! HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — HOMECOMING WEEK, from P. 10 The 1997 Winter Home­ coming prince and princess court included Justin VanAls- tine, Lauren Hansbarger, Troy Duffey, Tish Sloan, Josh Cook and Tomi Jo Sealy. Grace and Poise certainly didn’t describe the Pyramid Contest at the Valley last Friday. Cheers and laughter filled the gym as students contestants while trying to successfully build a pyramid took lots of tumbles. 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Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville ’ The Maple Valley Wrestling Club will be open to wrestlers 1st grade through 12th grade. Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.nv Monday thru Friday Mich. Lie. #23-174g (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE For further information contact: Teresa Jones 852-9497 Bonnie Silsbee 852-1736 Tony Wawiernia 726-0010 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, January 28, 1997 — Page 12 Local officials take part in Michigan Township meeting MIA Media Center Many area officials gathered in Detroit last week for the 44th annual Michigan Township Association Conference. Among them were representatives from the Nashville and Vermontville area,, taking in work shops and sharing ideas and solutions to problems with others from across the state, (from left) MTA Public Affairs & Information Officer, Evelyn David, Vermontville Township Treasurer Erma Jean Baker, Castleton Township Trustee Don Langham and wife Shirley and Castleton Township Treasurer, Loretta Pixley. Castleton Township Supervisor Justin Cooley and Vermontville Township Supervisor Russell Laverty were also at the conference. Heard about It is very foolish .to insist on being the only one who is right. —La Rochefoucauld RAPID REFUND? 'Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations> Reception Cards, , Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and | see one ofour Find out if you qualify at H&R BLOCK Grace Wolfe That man is richest You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. 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Prices good thru Saturday feess Mazola Oil Com Oil or Right Blend Tall Kitchen Bags J ^SSSSSSSSSSSSS^££SSSSSSSSS££^SS3SSSS3SSSSS£SSS?SS3SSSSSSS5K£SSSS££s’ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-02-04.pdf c8858857757d5098f47e4fa7cb53076d PDF Text Text bulk rate U. S. POSTAGE PAID Hu tings. Ml 49058 Permit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905(1 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan phone 945-9554 (Hastinas) HASTINGS, MI 49058 I893 Vol. 125-No. 5 — Tuesday, February 4, 1997 School Board mulls over plans to eliminate “portables by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer After months of debate, Maple Valley School Board members have been able to put together a couple of pro­ posals to eliminate portable classrooms in the district, but there will be costs. Portable classrooms have been needed in the district in recent years because of lack of space, but getting rid of them has been discussed at many re­ cent school board meetings. Past articles in the Maple Val­ ley News have contained pre­ liminary ideas, just as they have been presented to board members and Maple Valley Superintendent Alan McLean. The board's first step was to hire professionals who could give officials some options and present them with projects that have been completed in other districts, . perhaps demonstrating what works and what doesn't. Phase two of the plan began soon afterward, with more meetings and open houses scheduled to allow citizens to present their ideas. Options were worked and re-worked, as were conditions and descrip­ tions of renovations of current buildings in the district. If a renovation project were to take place, most buildings would require extensive work to comply with current codes. But there are questions, such as, if a new building were to be erected, where would it go, and what type of construction and number of classrooms would best suit Maple Valley? A project eliminating portable classrooms and making minimal renovations to existing buildings would cost taxpayers about $8 million. — Superintendent Alan McLean Though at the conclusion of every session, most there agreed that while the need for more classrooms was evident, economics would play a major role in any decisions to add new buildings to the district. Finally at a work session on January 21, things began to make sense. Professionals from Greiner and Associates and Wolgast presented school board members with some Costs, something that could help eliminate overcrowding at Maple Valley and at the same time be affordable to lo­ cal residents. According to both, a project eliminating portable class­ rooms and making minimal renovations to existing build­ ings would cost taxpayers about $8 million. That translates into approx­ imately 5.5 mills, a slightly higher rate that the recent three mills levied that paid for technology, band uniforms and the new track located be­ hind the high school. That project was paid for over three years, ending with the 1996 winter tax bills. That three mills, according to those at the meeting, would cost the average taxpayer in the district an extra $50 per year. This proposal would cost those same taxpayers about $75 per year. Can the district afford needed renovations? Though school board officials are be­ coming more optimistic about the cost being presented to them, voters will make the ul­ timate decision, and there are still several meetings needed to iron out details before any type of project appears on the ballot. If a millage vote is to be held, it could involve 5.5 mills for three years. "The Music Man’ to appear next weekend at Opera House by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Looking for some inside entertainment on a cold weekend? It's time once again for a new production by "The Revue" in Vermontville. "The Music Man" will be performed by the new Vermontville.based group at the Vermontville Opera House Feb. 6-9. This will be the theater group's third show packed with music and entertainment since they were founded just last April. According to Producer, Bill Reynolds, this performance promises to be the best yet. Since the group formed, many talented members of the community have come forward to make bigger and better productions possible. In fact, there is a full season planned for this year. "The Revue" held auditions and rehearsals last summer for its first production, "The Importance of Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. That show was performed four times in June and was determined to be a great success. Because the group and the idea was well received, a second performance, 'The Foreigner' by Larry Shue appeared on the stage in August. Both of those productions contained a somewhat small cast, beginning with just eight members. Now, however, the group has gained popularity, the cast to perform in February contains 30 members, including adults and children. Of the 30 to appear on stage, most are locals, but others travel from Lansing, Battle Creek and Kalamazoo. Seems like quite a job to organize, but those behind the scenes, including Producer Bill Reynolds, Director Jeremy Schneider, Musical Director Ryan Rosin and Choreographer’Jennifer Jewitt said the response from the community has been so over­ whelming that the work involved in planning such a production has seemed incidential. 'The Music Man," written by Meredith Willson, and presented through Music Theater International, takes place in 1912, in a small town of River City, Iowa, and contains something for every type of audience — a love story, lots of suspense, action and of course lots of music. When Harold Hill (played by John Young) comes to town and tells the locals that he can save their boys from a disaster by starting up a band, he comes across his old friend, Marcellus Washbum (played by Matt Knoll). Professor Hill spends much of his time dodging the towns mayor, who is played by non other than Bill Mason, and pursues a love affair with the local librarian played by Terri Sessions. Other cast members include Janel Hansen, Travis McIntyre, Sara Holly, Laura Trumble, Rob Brummler, Marabeth Graham, Stan Graham, Rob Rosin, Adam Moody, Kim Knoll, Nancy Moore, Don Blakley, Lynn Blakley, Haley Todd, Becky Howard, Meaghann Patrick, Sheri Reynolds, Mary Lou Bignail, Nick Blakley, Nathan Blakley and Trent Graham. "The Music Man is sure to thrill theater-goers of all ages," said Reynolds. "This is a show that you don't want to miss!" Advance tickets are on sale now and can be obtained by phoning (517) 726-0804. The'show cost just $7 for adults, $6 students and seniors,' and $5 for children under the age of 13. There are a variety of show times to choose from, with evening presentations on Feb. 6, 7 and 8 (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) at 7 p.m. and af­ ternoon shows at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9. Tickets are now on sale for "The Music Man” which will be on stage in Vermontville this weekend. Don't miss your chance to see The Revue's latest production. Seats are limited-You may want to purchase advance tickets!! Teri Sessions and John Young portray a couple very much in love in The Revue's newest production, "The Music Man". �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 4, 1997 — Page 2 Another benefit planned for cancer victim Herb Miller Meet Herb and Lynette Miller. Married only a short time and with three small children, the couple now face the uncertainty of Herb's illness. A Benefit is planned for this weekend to help with medical expenses. | W by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter After a brush with death, a Woodland man is on the road to recovery and his friends are planning a benefit this weekend to help with medical expenses. Herb Miller's life was just beginning, married to the girl of his dreams, three young children, and the job he had always dreamed of, driving a semi truck. But his world was turned upside down when doctors discovered a cancerous tumor behind his left eye. The tumor, known as drogliena, is very rare, and in Miller's case it struck very suddenly. "I really hadn't been sick,' he recalled. "Just blurred vision in my left eye for a few days and a slight headache. I went to the doctor and was treated forjust a head cold, but the symptoms didn't go away." The headache worsened and on a Saturday morning he felt what he described as strange when he woke up. He had his wife drive him to the emergency room at Pennock Short Cuts faI Full Service Beauty Salon and Barber Shop * UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP * Now Selling Australian Tanning Products I TANNING PACKAGES - MONTH UNLIMITED - 10 VISITS Lanza, Body Drench, Matrix and Back to Basics Now Selling.. .Kenra, Phone 948-9392 $29" $24" KENRA 227 E. STATE - HASTINGS HOURS: Mon.-Tues. 9 arn-7 pm; Wed.-Fri. 9 am-6 pm; Sat. 9-3 • WALK-INS WELCOME This is Herb, his dad and best friend, Dan Smith. The two young men have been inseparable since teens, and Dan was by his bedside when Herb faced his cancer surgery. u Herb and I have been friends forever, to lose my best friend would turn my life into turmoil. — Dan Smith Hospital in Hastings, where a cat scan revealed the tumor. It soon became a race against time. Doctors had told him he had only months to live. Where were the best doctors and what treatments were available for his condition? "That time was really tough for all of us," recalled his best friend, Dan Smith. "A lot of shock and disbelief." He went on, "Herb and I have been friends forever, to lose my best friend would turn my life into turmoil”. That's when another close friend took over and began her search to save her "big brother." "Herb has always been like a brother to me," said Tammy Ketchum. "I began the most frantic search of my life.” Ketchum went to the library in Lansing and began to look up cancer specialists around the country. She made call after call, and soon found a doctor in Ann Arbor who turned out to be Herb's best hope. "Once we found Dr. Greenberg at U of M, he saw Herb right away," said Ketchum, "and almost immediately scheduled surgery." She added, "With every doctor I talked to I kept on saying, He's only 29 and. with three kids, he has a lot to do yet with his life." Miller's trip into the operating room and the hours that followed were very frightening for family and friends. "Just before they took Herb into surgery I just leaned down and kissed his forehead and said 'I love you, man, think of all of the good stuff," said Smith. "Then I paced the floor and did a lot ofpraying." Continued next page— • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 16 Happy Birthday 16 GRANDDAUGHTER 16 Jane Lynn Spears Sweet 16 — Feb. 8th, 1997 — 16 Love... Grandpa & Grandma Stewart 16* 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • 16 • LOCALCHURCH S®HED®j ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. .Evening Service... ..6 p.m. Sunday School..... Wednesday Family Night Service ...............7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ 11a.m. P.M. Worship........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship........................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. ■south of Nashville) Sunday School ............. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.............. 11:15 a.m. °.M. Service..................... 6 p. .m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship.......... 1 1 a.m. Church School.............. 1 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship..-...... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes. Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 10 a.m. Worship........ 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville M-79 West Church Service............ 9:30 a.m Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class......................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.............................. 11 P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service............................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. Sunday Scho One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Phone 517-852-9228 Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd &. 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book u.sed at all services. For more i.nformation call 948-9327 or Rev. D.avid T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican .Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN' OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Boman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 4, 1997 — Page 3 impediment or loss of memory. There was a lot of "good Ketchum, who remained by stuff to think about. Miller's side until the surgery "We had some really great began said that it was his times growing up," said mother, Betty, who gave Smith. "I reminded him to everyone a glimmer of hope. think about the nights we "We were all really scared,' "cruised" and all of the she said. "Betty told us a story mischief that we got into as about angels and said that we teenagers. His mom probably couldn't stand at the end of doesn't want to know half of Herb's bed because that is what we did back then." where the angels stand. Those While Miller was under,- his angels must have been family and friends stood vigil watching over Herb. He came in the hospital waiting room through the operation with no for what seemed an eternity. It complications." was necessary to remove as After three hours of surgery much of the tumor as and then many hours in possible, but many risks were recovery, Miller awakened involved because it laid with no apparent damage to pressed against Miller's brain. his brain, and doctors reported The operation could have left that they had been able to him without sight in his left remove 99 percent of the eye, paralysis, a speech tumor. From previous page — However, the road ahead would still be rough. Miller spent many weeks house bound after leaving the hospital. He also had to make decisions on follow-up treatment. There was radiation and chemotherapy to consider, and effects that the treatments would have on daily life.. He and his friends once again began researching, and found that use of "Sharks Cartilage" has been effective in shrinking and sometimes eliminating tumors. "Most of our information about the treatment came from books," said Miller. One in particular was interesting, called, "Sharks don't get cancer. Again, friends and family encouraged him to try whatever treatment necessary and to fight. He had a lot to live for. Boy Scouts Valentine’s Dinner recycling set The Vermontville United Methodist Church is offering you the opportunity to have a quiet, romantic Valentine’s Dinner in a Christian setting. The dinner for two will include candles, flowers, sparkling grape juice, spaghetti, garlic bread, tossed salad and dessert. all this for only $15.00 per couple. Space is limited, so get your reservations early. Reservations available for 5 pm or 6:30 pm Call Lois Hammonds at 726-0189 for reservations flr and/or more i This is open to people of all ages that ^re in love! m? Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sun­ field from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 8. The scouts will take newspaper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; plastic, No. 2 only, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; and magazines, tied or in grocery bags, no Readers Digest. Residents are asked not to drop items off early. The next recycling date will be April 12. "It's a matter of being in control," said Ketchum. "Do whatever you have to do to convince yourselfthat you can beat this cancer." Miller has fought, and was able to return to work on Jan. 14. Though he tires easily, he said that for the most part the cancer is like a bad dream that he wants to put behind him. Every morning the "Dragon Fly” climbs into a new truck that was painted special for him by friends and co-workers at L.G. Cook Dispatchers and he heads off doing what he loves best. Herb's battle is long from over, every three months he will return to the hospital for a CAT scan, which will reveal if the portion of the tumor left is growing. If the Sharks Cartilage doesn't work, he will face radiation. Then there are the medical bills. Herb's treatment is costing hundreds of dollars each month. Once again, however, those who love him are marshaling forces for another benefit. The Woodland Eagles will be host for a benefit bingo this Saturday. Doors will open at noon and people can play right until midnight. Throughout the afternoon and evening, baked goods will be on sale, and many drawings will take place. Details on the game? You need not be rich to play. Cards can be purchased at the price of two for 25 cents. The game will also feature random 100% paybacks. More information can be obtained by calling 374-3113 or 374-7226. Seniors exploitation conference set Feb. 19 Eaton County MSU Exten­ sion is a downlink site for a satellite teleconference on the well being of the elderly, focusing on the financial ex­ ploitation of seniors, Wednes­ day, Feb. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the public meeting room at the Eaton County Of­ fice Building, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. There is a $12 fee. This program is being coor­ dinated through Kirkland Community College and being co-sponsored by the Michigan Family Independency Agen­ cy, Michigan Office of Ser­ vices to the Aging and Michigan Partnership for Community Caring. Those interested in atten­ ding may call the Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension for registration information at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Did you fail to claim a deduction or a credit to which you are entitled? For help with filing an amended income tax return, your friends at America's #1 income tax preparation firm H&R BLOCK Jill VanDerHoef You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 Your TOTAL Convenience Stores All Items While Supplies Last! Hamlin’s Quik Stop A&L Quik Stop 1401 Jordan Lake Street Lake Odessa 374-5791 HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 5 a.m. to Midnight; Saturday 6 a.m. to Midnight; Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. STOP Diesel Fuel Available 441 E. Broadway • Woodland I ATTA available at lake Odessa LU 11V & WOODLAND PRICES GOOD THRU TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11 367-4961 HOURS: Mon.-Thurs. 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Fri. 5 a.m. to Midnight; Saturday 6 a.m. to Midnight; Sunday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. | NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS") Miller Products 12 Pack Cans 12 oz Hamlin’s + tax & dep 44 Oz. Fountain Drink & R.C Coffee Kick 15-Pk. Cans 5 am - 9 am 12-20 oz. Quik Stop Vermontville $Q00 Baremans •% Milk Gallon Coke or Pepsi 2 Liter 495 East Main ■aaA® $999 £ each + dep, �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. February 4, 1997 — Page 4 M.V. Yearbook pizza sales fundraiser starts Feb. 10 from the school budget, so yearbook. "We are providing an oppor­ this team of teens must rely tunity for every Maple Valley on fund-raisers and sales. And this year there is student to have a yearbook," something new in store, she "If you have already paid Gatewood has arranged for a for yours, you will receive a new line of products, full refund, providing you sell including pizza, garlic cheese 20 items!" A contest will also be on­ bread, and even desserts. She has also added some going between classmates, incentive for students, in an with $50 available to the top effort to boost sales and help salesman or saleswoman. Students should begin their everyone on a strict budget to purchase their own yearbook. rounds in about a week, and A wide range of items are this years menu should fit available for purchase, and the even the tightest budget. Prices range from $5.50 to sale of 20 items enables a student to get a "free" $9 depending on your taste, and each item purchased must be paid for at the time of the order. Here are details ofthe sale: • Junior and senior high students will receive "Club's Per Visit Choice" order forms Monday, Feb. 10, and sales will begin Walk-ins immediately. Extra forms will ‘15.00 5 Visit be available in room B-4 at Package the high school. • All paid orders must be ‘25.00 10 Visit complete and returned to Package school by Monday, Feb. 24. Checks should be made ‘40.00 20 Visit ► payable to Maple Valley Package Schools. • Goods will be delivered on Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday March 19. Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Annual pizza sales will be underway next week to help fund the Maple Valley Yearbook and your help is needed. "We need everyone's help to fund our program and make the yearbook possible," said Cindy Gatewood from the schools. "All proceeds from this pizza sale will go directly to cover yearbook expenses." Every year, students in­ volved with the yearbook staff work on a limited budget and volunteer many hours to make the publication possible. There are no funds available TANNING We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 Look for the ridicu­ lous in everything and you will find it. —Jules Renard • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • One to Full Color Copy Experts c c y y Full Color Copies 1111/^ each 8/2XII” only Expires Feb. 17th, 1997 (No copyrighted pictures) (N Charotte , Cl Lthograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Fuller Street Kindergartners celebrated 100 days of School last Friday, with lots of treats. While Rose Dunham's students counted and ate M&M's, Tammy Kings class had a pizza party and a 100 Day Hat Parade! Here are a few of the hats seen in the hallway that day. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 5 Spaghetti, garden salad, bread stix, pears. Thursday, Feb. 6 Sloppy joe, whipped potatoes, peaches, muffin squares, salad bar. K-Chick nuggets. Friday, Feb. 7 Tacos, lettuce/cheese, Tex Mex rice, apple crisp, bread, margarine. Monday, Feb. 10 Burrito/sauce, com, rice, pears, bread, margarine; cookie. Tuesday, Feb. 11 Ravioli, pickle, combread, peaches, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) 100 days of school celebrated • tots, pickle spear, homemade fruited Jell-o w/whip topping. Monday, Feb. 10 Toni’s pepperoni pizza, crisp com, chilled pineapple. Tuesday, Feb. 11 Taco, Nacho Bar, w/homemade brownie. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or -juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 5 Burrito/cheese, peas, pear. Thursday, Feb. 6 Pizza, com, fruit mix. Friday, Feb. 7 Chicken pattie/bun, baked beans, fresh fruit, cookie. Monday, Feb. 10 Spaghettio’s/cheese, peas, peach, peanut butter sandwich. Tuesday, Feb. 11 Tacos/nacho pieces, lettuce/cheese, pear, butter sandwich, graham cracker. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Breakfast set in Vermontville The Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be held Saturday, Feb. 8, between 7 and 10 a.m. A free-will offering will be accepted for the all-you-caneat breakfast. Wednesday, Feb. 5 Homemade scalloped potatoes, baked ham, homemade dinner, roll w/margarine, chilled peaches. Thursday, Feb. 6 Homemade hot turkey sand­ wich w/gravy, mashed potatoes, banana pudding or salad bar. Friday, Feb. 7 Homemade Bar-B-Q, tator Help Wanted ATTENTION, HOME WORKERS NEEDED! Legiti­ mate companies listed with their area Chamber of Commerce, need you now! Call 616-667-1390 for a free infor­ mation package. FIRE PREVENTION TECHNICIAN- To 15/HR and Great Benefits Pkg! Entry/ Skilled! 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Jason Craven, Austin Earl and Joe Cook were recognized during Pack 3176's January Meeting Monday evening as the "Top Salesmen" in this year's window cling fund-raiser. Upcoming events for Pack 3176 include the annual Blue and Gold Banquet Monday, Feb. 24, at 6 p.m., which will celebrate the 87th an­ niversary of the Boy Scouts of America and the graduation of the pack's second-year Webelos. The Pinewood Derby will be held Saturday, March 22, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Kel­ logg Elementary School. The weigh-in will be on March 15. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 THE REMODELING IS DONE - New roof, siding, drywall & carpet. Country kitchen with 314-car garage in Nashville. Call Dixie. The chance of winning a tasty prize had Cub Scouts and leaders going around in circles during Pack 3176's January meeting at the V.F.W. Post 8260 hall in Nashville Monday evening. by Art Frith Create a moment she’ll never forget. Valentine's Day is Friday, February 14. The special day is fast approaching! Make a great impression with our Cuddle Up Bouquet, a fresh bouquet and a lovable teddy bear in a cuddly Valentine sweater. And as a bonus, we’ve added a gift of romantic love songs on CD courtesy of Teleflora and Warner Bros. Records, Inc. It’s the complete Valentine’s Day gift solution! To send the Cuddle Up Bouquet anywhere in the U.S. or Canada, call £ or visit our shop. Olclefloiii Mapes Florist g 207 N. Main St., Nashville StS. Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm January's meeting Monday evening for the Cub Scouts of Nashville Pack 3176 was a piece of cake. To be more specific, it was a Cake Walk. A variety of cakes in all colors and shapes, including Bart Simpson and Mario, were available for.the walk. Partic­ ipants paid one dollar for the opportunity to walk around a circle with hopes of standing on the winning number when the music stopped. Second-year Webelos pre­ sented with their engineer, family Member, communica­ tor, handyman, outdoorsman, traveler and scholar activity pins were Jason Craven, Jason Wood, Cory Archer and Shaun Engle. Jarrod Thomason, Josh Sutfin, Josh DeCamp and Corbin Gardner all received their Bear badges. Jason Craven, Austin Earl and Joe Cook were recdgnized as the top salesmen during the pack's recent window cling fund-raiser. A number of leaders were introduced to the parents and Cubs. Dave Kuempel succeeds Jim Heney as cubmaster, who has assumed the duties of scoutmaster of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 187. Craig Cur­ tis and Doug Griener are the pack's new assistant cubmas­ ter and Webelos den leader, re­ spectively. VICTORIAN HOME with original wood­ work and floor plan. Brick exterior in excellent condition. 27 acre orchard/vineyard can be added. 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OWN YOUR OWN WINERY 27 acre orchard & vineyard. 5050 retail bldg. Adjoining property has Victorian home for sale. Call Dixie. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 4, 1997 — Page 6 DARE program gets underway for local elementary schools by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer The DARE program is un­ der way once again and local Lions have teamed up with the Eaton County Sheriffs Department to assure that all area sixth-graders get a full semester of Drug Abuse Re­ sistance Education. The Lions were hosts for Parents' Night last Tuesday, introducing Deputy Frank Hall, who will be working with the Maplewood sixth graders this year. In past years, Mike Monroe taught the program. "I have been a police officer since 1971," said Hall to those present for the parents' night. "I attended special train­ ing for the DARE program hosted by the Michigan State 44 Though we do a lot of things in the community, one of the biggest things we invest in each year is the DARE program for area . kids. — Doug Durkee, president, Vermontville Lions Police. It was one of the said Hall. The program is toughest schools I ever at- now taught across the coun­ try." tended." Hall also said that since the The DARE program was founded in 1983 in Los Ange- program is standardized, if a les, because of rising drug child were to move to another school district anywhere in the problems among youth. "A PTO set up a program United States, he or she could in LA because they were los- pick up right where they left ing the battle against drugs," off with DARE classroom in­ struction. At Maplewood, things are already under way this semester, with an intro­ ductory session behind the deputy. 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One might wonder how area Lions are able to fund the DARE program. They are involved in many fund raisers, but probably is the biggest each year is the DARE Golf Outing. Kris Green is holding the keys to a new car, sponsored by Davis, Pontiac, Buick, GMC of Charlotte for a hole in one at last years outing. WINTER SPECIALS Beano Ricola Tablets 12's Cough Drops Bags of 24 Packets 24's drugs and consequences result­ model could there be when ing from poor choices. talking about consequences of Is a police officer's influ­ drug use? ence that beneficial?. When finished with instruc­ "It sure is," said Hall. tion each week, Hall also will He said that though teachers chat with the students and an­ have a positive impact on swer individual questions their students, a police officer about the session or to drug sometimes has the tendency to use in general. 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Hall told Maple Valley News that he was very appreciative of the support received from the Vermontville Lions. "I thank the Vermontville Lions for the amount of effort MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI REALTOR* (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS NY|e Wells • Home Warranty Available ves. 726-0223 loan & Homer Winegar • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) ............ ............ 726-1234 DARE graduation is always a special event. Many times the Lions purchase something special of each of the students completing the DARE program. that they put into this pro­ gram every year," he said. "I don't think community sup­ port in any other school comes close to the financial support we receive from he Vermontville Lions!" The Lions, along with liai­ son, Kris Green, organize the EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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(VL-53) (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. «■ VERMONTVILLE Here are afewfacts about DARE that may be helpful to parents. • It has been found that most fifth- and sixth-graders are more sophisticated about substance abuse than class­ room teachers. • DARE goes far beyond traditional drug abuse programs. Typically these pro­ grams warn children not to use drugs, but don't teach them to resist the pressure to try them. DARE gives children skills to recognize and resist the subtle and overt pressure that cause them to experiment with drugs and alcohol. • DARE targets student when they are most vulnerable to tremendous peer pressure. The 17 lessons help children to build self esteem, manage soccer balls and basketballs. "The main thing is that stress, resist pro-drug media these kids see DARE continu-messages, and identify alternaally," said Gene Fisher of the tives to drug use. • DARE doesn’t just tell Lions. "Everywhere you look them to say no — it teaches you will see DARE." them how to say no! program and purchase not only necessities, but many ex­ tras as well. "Though we do a lot of things in the community, one of the biggest things we in­ vest in each year is the DARE program for area kids," said Lions President, Doug Dur­ kee. To assure the success of the program, these Lions want children surrounded by the DARE logo ogo on a daily ay basis. ass. One of the biggest reminders is the sign when entering Maplewood grounds, that reminds everyone that the school is drug free. Other reminders include classroom supplies like pens, pencils and notepads, and playground equipment like jump ropes, �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 4,'1997__Page 9 Missionaries to speak on Belize locally Feb. 9 Estate planning series to be held in February Dr. and Mrs. Alton Smith, Assemblies of God mis­ sionaries to Belize, will be featured guest speakers at the Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Sunday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m., according to Rev. Glenn Branham, pastor. The Smiths have had a wide ministry in Africa and Latin America. Their first two terms of ser- Michigan State University Extension will sponsor an estate planning series Wednesday evenings, Feb. 12, 19 and 26, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at M & M Kates and Katering in Tekonsha. “There is nothign more im­ portant for a farm family than to plan their estate and proper­ ty transfer,” says Natalie Rector, Extension field crops agent. “It is important for families to realize how vital estate planning is to the future of their spouse and children and to the potential of the farm operation to continue,” she adds. There are also many dif­ ferent tools available in managing estates. Learning more about them will help participants know which will vice were at the West Africa Advanced School of Theology at Lome, Togo, West Africa, where Alton was academic dean and Norma was head librarians. They also taught there. The Smiths also ministered in local churches besides their main work at the school. In 1986, Alton accepted the directorate of the Seminaire Obituaries Constance (Connie) Merica WALKER - Mrs. Constance (Connie) Merica, age 60, of Walker passed away Monday, January 27, 1997 and went to be with her Lord. She is survived by her husband, Wendel; her two children, Wendell Jr. (Lonnai) Merica of Pierson and Cindy (Dan) Komoelje ofMarne; two grandchildren, Wendy and Cory; one brother, Carl Carter ofFlorida; one sister, Marjorie (Paul) Carpenter of Comstock fi|Ute |IMl feftijarjnka IBg. M ‘itetaiWta _। j sxtfiiilsfeis __ _. rntnfcadta , ‘ ■ arata 'WEssiiks Park and several nieces and Dr. Alton and Norma Smith nephews. Funeral services were held des Assemblees de Dieu in struction supervisor on Thursday, January 30, 1997 at Haiti. Norma Smith again compus. Grandville Assembly of God. took charge of the library and “The Belizian Assemblies Pastor John Godfrey they both taught classes. Durof God is a church with a vi­ officiated. ing their years in Haiti, the sion,” Alton emphasizes. Interment was at Rosedale Smiths worked to expand the “They have a will to work, Memorial Park. school’s facilities and to refine and they give sacrificially of Memorial contributions the organization of its time and money. The church may be left to Hillcrest Child- infrastructure. is leaving its infancy. Its ren’s Home, P.O. Box 670, Since 1991, the Smiths have ‘Golden Age of' Growth’ Hotsprings, Arkansas, 71902. ministered in Belize and are looms ahead. The years just looking forward to returning before us in Belize will prothere. They have again been vide us with the greatest soul­ involved in Bible school winning opportunities in the education. Alton directs the church’s history.” WOODLAND - Frank L. brother, Ray Schmitter and one Assemblies of God Bible In­ Besides her ministry in Klein, age 90, of Woodland, sister, Peggy Love. stitute of Belize and is conlibrary organization, Norma He is survived by his passed away on Saturday, has had the privilege of work­ February 1, 1997 at Thornap­ daughter, Sophia (Alfred) ing with the Chinese com­ ple Manor, Hastings. Root of Woodland; three munity in Belize. Mr. Klein was born on Janu­ grandsons, Mark Weyerman of “Working with the Chinese ary 10, 1907 in St. Lawrence Nashville, Lewis Weyerman CHARLOTTE - Mr.. Abrahas helped to give birth to the County, New York, the son of of Kinchloe and Shawn Root ham Cowles “A.C.” Wheeler, new International Assembly John W. & Louise W. (Brinck) of Woodland; two grand- age 95, of Charlotte died of God in Belize City,” she Klein. daughters, Julie Wernett of Friday, January 31, 1997. reports. “We see a magnifi­ He was married to Oveta North Shores and Carrie Park-Mr. Wheeler was bom on cent future for this work.” Nowland in Gladwin on er of Hastings; eleven great September 14,1901 in Bloom­ August 7,1931. Rg grandchildren; randchildren; one brother, ingdale, the son ofObiadiah & He was a retired fanner in Ralph Schmitter of California Lula (Conn) Wheeler. the Nashville and Woodland and one niece, Betty Werner. He was a streetcar operator areas and also worked at E.W. Funeral services will be held in Lansing when in college and Bliss Co., Piston Ring Co. in on Tuesday, February 4, 1997 worked for many years in the Hastings and was a master 11:00 a.m. at Maple Valley transportation department and welder for the National Steel Chapel-Genther Funeral Home also as a bus supervisor for the Co. in Chicago, Illinois. in Nashville with Rev. George Potterville school system until He was president for the Speas officiating.. his retirement. Retirees Club and enjoyed Burial will take place in Oak Mr. Wheeler was a member woodworking. Ridge Cemetery, Flat Rock. of the Potterville United Mr. Klein was preceded in Memorial contributions Methodist Church. death by his wife, Oveta on may be made to Kilpatrick Mr. Cobum is survived by November 12, 1996; one United Brethren Church. two sons, James Wheeler of Nashville and Paul Wheeler of Detroit; 4 grandchildren; 6 great grand children; three ssisters, Clara Tessman of Traverse City, Esther (Earl) - annual w [2 Randall of Grand Rapids and Marguerite Zimmerman of Dimondale monaean and a daughter-inauger-nlaw, Mary Wheeler of Ark Veterinary Services Dansville. He was preceded in death by LEASHES CARRIERS his wife, Margaret and son, PLEASE PLEASE Gardner. DR. LARRY JULIUS Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at Pray Most proceeds to wildlife rehabilitation. Funeral Home in Charlotte Quality vaccines all at only $12.00 EACH • (Po with Pastor John E. Buker oo OVERLAP of DUE DATES SAFE - update anytime. AJOl officiating. 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The afternoon then was tary, where teachers Tammy Wilde and Clara Arvizu handed topped off with cookies and out "End of the Semester" punch, pictures and a chance awards in front of many for the kids to show their mothers and fathers around the guests. The awards were given for classroom. Students receiving awards many subject, areas, such as math and reading, and for included Cameron Abfalter, those who helped in the of- Leah Allen, Matt Bauer, Andi NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the proposed 1997-1998 fiscal year budget for the Village of Nashville. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Cohoon, Kim Craven, Josh DeCamp, Amanda Duke, Jami Gilbert, Keith Lackscheide, A.J. Olmstead, Sara Pash, Brook Primm, Norm Porter, Tom Reichard, Vicki Rhodes, Danielle Turpin, Bryan Theisen, Courtney Warner, Zeke Weiland, Harvey Wyskowski, Andrea Cobb, Stacie Cook, Ben Cousins, Jenna Denton, Amber Edinger, Corbin Gardner, Charlie Hall, Rusty Harris, James Heney, Chasity Hester, Amanda Kirchoff, Aaron My­ ers, Adam Myers, Mickenzie Nighbert, John Parsons-Cole, Ashley Samann, Evan Smith, Keisha Ward, Bekah Welch, Kelsey West and Salena Woodman. These boys from Tammy Wildes class are holding an array of awards ranging from 'Top Readers" to "Office Helpers" Engagements Vanderhoff - Patrick to wed Cheryll Simmons is proud to announce the engagement NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss a proposed parking ordinance for M-66 in front of Good Time Pizza to the North end Village Limits. REGISTRATION NOTICE FOR VILLAGE GENERAL ELECTION MARCH 10, 1997 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk To the Qualified Electors of the Village of Nashville (Precinct No. 1) COUNTY OF BARRY, STATE OF MICHIGAN Notice is hereby given that in conformity with the “Michigan Election Law”, I, the undersigned Clerk, will upon any day, except Sunday and a legal holiday, the day of any regular or special election or primary election, receive for registration the name of any legal voter in said Township, City of Village not already registered who may APPLY TO ME PERSONALLY for such registration. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT I WILL BE AT VILLAGE HALL FEBRUARY 10, 1997 - LAST DAY The 30th Day Preceding Said Election As provided by Section 498, Act No. 116, Public Acts of 1954 As Amended at 204 N. Main Street, Nashville For the purposes of REVIEWING and REGISTRATION and REGISTERING such of the qualified electors in said TOWNSHIP, CITY or VILLAGE as SHALL PROP­ ERLY apply therefor. The name of no person but an ACTUAL RESIDENT of the precinct at the time of registration and entitled under the constitution, if remaining such resident, to vote at the next election, shall be entered in the registration book. ’ 3 - 2 YEAR TERM VILLAGE TRUSTEES Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk of her daughter Shawn Marie Vanderhoff to Curtis Patrick. Shawn is from Vermont­ ville and works at Citizens Elevator. She graduated from Maple Valley. Both her father, Skip Vanderhoff, and her mother live in Hastings. Curtis is also from Ver­ montville and works at The Pet- Comer. He graduated from American School. Cur­ tis’ parents, Ken and Carol Patrick, are also from Ver­ montville. Wedding services are planned for May 31. We’re buckling down on buckling up! Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! 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Many special guests appeared for the occasion, like Stacie Cook's dad, Doug. Though almost every third graders received an award of some type, these children can be especially proud. They are the top award winners! Meet Shamar Gearhart and Zeke Wieland of Clara Arvizu's class, and Bekah Welch and Aaron Myers of Tammy Wilde's class. Congratulations Kids!!! HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile .. — Call for Free Estimates — Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174ff 726-0670 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. February 4, 1997 — Page 12 Frosh eagers now 6-4 for the season Lowe first, Egan second at Bellevue Invite Pal Lowe took home a first and Mike Egan a second from the Bellevue Invitational Saturday for high school wrestlers. Lowe, at 135, defeated Drew Bercaw by a 7-0 score. home as placers. Maple Valley 76 Egan was 2-1 for the Bath 12 tournament and is 19-7 for the Winners for Coach Chris year. M.aple Valley also had four Rickett's team were Egan with wrestlers who earned third a pin in 14 seconds, Rob places: Bryan Faurot (130), Slocum with a pin at 119 in Jamie Davis (189), Andy 2:49, Chris Dunham with a 14-0 major decision at 125, AGrdaasmmsan ((227155).) and Jason Faurot with a pin that took 1:05, Lowe on a void, Trevor The Bellevue Invite gave out trophies to the top four Wawiemia with a void at 140, teams and the Lions finished Jeremiah Swift with a void at in fourth. Olivet was the team 145, Dan Shipman with a pin in 51 seconds at 160, Tim champion of the event. Five Maple Valley wrestlers Harmon with a void at 171, went to Charlotte on Davis with a pin in 32 Saturday, but none came seconds at 189, Adams with a pin in 1:54 at 215 and Grasman with a pin in 5:09 at 275. Maple Valley 71 Lansing Christian 0 Egan, Slocum, Dunham, Lowe, Joe Kenyon at 140, Jeremiah Swift at 145, Davis, Adams and Grasman all drew Maple Valley's varsity voids, while Faurot had a pin p basketball team lost to in 1:03, Shipman a p pin in 1:00 and Harmon a 15-0 tech.' Dansville Friday night 64-49, Addison's Matt Rowe in the finals 20-5. Lowe was 2-0 on the day and is 24-4 for the season. Egan lost his championship decision at 112 to Quincy's Eighth grade cage teams active during the week The eighth grade A-team recently defeated Olivet 54-37, while the B-team lost to the seventh grade All-State squad 51-27. Jason Warriner led the Bteam with 13 points and 9 rebounds. Others who contributed were Chris Ripley (6 points) and Gordon Durecka (4 points). In the A-team contest Maple Valley led Olivet 23-6 after one quarter and then cruised to the win. Ken Holton tallied 14 points and pulled down 10 rebounds and Adam Watson played great defense and scored 12 points. The junior high team lost to Leslie 43-32, with the Leslie team sinking five free throws in the final three seconds. Eric Goris had 9 points and Holton managed 8 points. Maple Valley's freshman basketball team stands at 6-4 after its recent slate ofgames. On Jan. 25 the Lions played Bellevue and came away with a 69-58 win. Nine players scored for the winners with Joey Bowers topping the team with 13 points. Justin VanAlstine, Jeff Aspinall and Rich Smith each had 11 points. On Jan. 28 Maple Valley's frosh lost to PewamoWestphalia 51-50. Maple Valley had a shot to win in the final seconds, but did not Calendar of Events Maple Valley falls to Dansville An undefeated season reported for seventh grade A team scoring just 6 of its points in the fourth quarter. Mike Heyboer led the Lions with 16 points and Jim Mitchell added 12 points. Mitchell also came up with 9 rebounds, while Mike Heyboer grabbed 6 caroms. On a positive note, Maple Valley was a perfect 8-of-8 from the free throw line. Maple Valley plays at St. Philip tonight. The seventh grade Hirneiss tallied 7 points, basketball team ended an 11-0 while Andrew Krolik and Jake season last week when Goodner managed 6 points playing as a full team. The B apiece. Goodner also had 11 team split its four games with rebounds. Hirneiss made 5 a 2-2 mark. steals, Bruce Rasmussen 4 On Jan. 27 defeated steals and Jesse Boehmer Dansville 42-24. John Terberg grabbed 7 rebounds. and Scot Rice each had 6 On Jan. 29 the A team won points, while Nick Jones and over Pennfield 45-43. Rice Jeremy Wiser each contributed scored 15 and Wiser followed 5 points. Jones also had 4 with 8 markers. Devin Phenix assists and 5 steals and Jason tallied 6 points and 8 Silsbee and Brandon Holton rebounds, Darin Thrun had 5 each pulled down 3 rebounds. assists and Nick Jones dished The B squad beat St. Philip out 4 assists. 27-20 last Wednesday. Mike fall in the second of two matches on Jan. 30. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. PRIMESTAR - QUALITY SATELLITE system wireless cable. No equipment to buy. No down payment. Special installation rates in January, as little as $10 down. Call Jim at 765-3011 or 1-800-5-PRIME-5 your authorized Primestar agent for this area.__________________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 convert on the attempt. Balance scoring helped to Lions to stay in the game with Craig Harvey getting 11 points, Smith scoring 10 and Aspinall adding 9. Smith also grabbed 12 rebounds. Highs for the season include a 26-point effort by Bowers in a 62-36 win over Olivet and VanAlstine's 20 points in a 76-41 triumph over Portland St. Patrick. Still, the Maple Valley coach believes that defense is the area that the Lions need to improve in. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Feb. 4 — Introductory AMAP Workshop... For more infor­ mation call Bill Bivens at (517) 353-4518. Feb. 7-8 — 4-H Horseback Riding for Handicappers/Handicapper Programs Workshop, Kellogg Biological Station. Feb. 8 — 9th Annual Michigan 4-H Horse Benefit Clinic at Michigan State University Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education (located on Farm Lane, south of Mt. Hope Hwy.) Feb. 8-9 — 4-H Youth Leadership Forum, Kettunen Center, Tustin, Michigan. Feb. 10 — 4-H Poultry Club at 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. Feb. 11 — Rodeo Developmental Committee Meeting at 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. Feb. 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. USDA Building. Feb. 12 — Teen Club to meet at 7:30, call the Extension Office for location. Feb. 15 — Sewing and Personal Appearance Workshop 10:00 a.m. at the Extension Office. Feb. 19 — 4-H Advisory Council at 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. Feb. 24 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m. (promptly) at Hastings High School in the Ag Room. 7-9# Avg. Wt., Smoked Boneless, Skinless 5 Pounds or More, Picnics Chicken Breast Hamburger 99* 99*. Lesser Amts. $1.29 Pound Gallon, Bareman’s 1/2 Gal., Bareman’s 2% Milk $929 Orange Juice ORANGE JUICE Al 2 Litcr Pepsi Products 99* uMBp99*dep. Gallon IGA 46 Oz., All Flavors 12 Oz., IGA P.P. 651, Hl-Dri Hl-DRlj SAVE 26C Snack Packs Concentrate 50C 79* SAVE Superpower 1 Dozen 3, Your <1,3<L Large Eggs 53* With one filled Super SaverCard! IGA Ph 726-0640 Cholee 99* 39* 4.4 Oz., All Flavors, Hunt’s Bleach SAVE Paper Towels 50c c 99^ Vermontville Grocery | -and- Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday I � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-02-11.pdf 85f13a35763268cf5d7e22a6c84a816d PDF Text Text BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE Ml 49u5o-1893 PAID 49058 PennitNo.7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) rSch Sh $treet $tt HasUWS5’”1 Maple Valley Child Care Center closes its doors due to debts by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Mounting debts have forced the Maple Valley Child Care Center to close its doors effective Jan. 30, perhaps forever. Former center board mem’ bers said there were problems making payroll, but it was an outstanding debt with workers compensation fees that prompted the Michigan Employment Security Commission (MESC) to empty the center's account, leaving no money to pay other for obli­ gations or buy supplies. "Having to close the doors was really hard," said Kelly Jo Williams, former board mem­ ber. "At that last meeting, we were all really sad. There were a lot of tears shed." Williams went on to say that current board members have worked very hard to keep the center open for kids. "They weren't about to give up easily," she said. These same members plaim that the financial state of the center is no fault of theirs, but due to mismanagement long before they took over. Former director MaryAnn Curth said the problems re­ cently have come to a head, but they are the result ofdebts owed by the former organization known as the Maple Valley Co-Op before the present center even opened its doors. That organization was based t { When we opened our doors in 1993, we assumed the assets of the co-op, and in doing that we assumed some j y of their debt. — Mary Ann Curth out of Nashville. When it dis­ solved, the Maple Valley Child Care Center was formed and housed in the new Christian Education wing of the Congregational Church in Vermontville. "When we opened our doors in 1993, we assumed the assets of the co-op, and in doing that we assumed some of their debt," Curth said. Curth's recollection of that transaction was confirmed by many other past board mem­ bers. But Sharon Elzinga, who was co-op treasurerjust before the reorganization, said that when she took that position there were also outstanding debts, but all were paid prior to her resignation. "There was a lot of money owed to a lot of people when I took over," she said. "The first thing I did was to talk to professional people from SCORE (Service Core of Re­ tired Executives) in Grand Rapids," she said. "They ad­ vised me on setting up the center's books and then talk­ ing to creditors and paying bills owed as soon as possible. At that point the balance in the Co-Op Checking account was a mere $12.36, Elzinga See Child care, P. 4 Vol. 125-No. 6 — Tuesday, February 11, 1997 Two Nashville park grant applications were ‘rejected by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Two grant applications to the Department ofNatural Re­ sources (DNR), which would have enhanced Putnam Park in Nashville, have been turned down. In a related development, meanwhile, Barry County of­ ficials have decided to sever ties with Small Government Consultants after a year of "less than satisfactory" results from the firm in writing grant applications to enhance county development. According to statements made by Commissioner Tim Burd Wednesday, the county will not renew a contract with SGC and owners Craig Starkweather and Patrick Doyle, though no formal action has been taken yet. "We're all done," Burd said. "He (Starkweather) won't be retained for another year. Hiring a consultant was not a bad idea, but these guys didn't do what was expected." <t We’re all done. He (Starkweather) won’t be retained for another year. Hiring a consultant was not a bad idea, but these guys didn’t do what was expected. ’5 — Tim Burd This follows a year of what Burd claims are shortcomings of Craig Starkweather. "He wasn't nearly as aggressive as I thought he should be," Burd said. "We had to almost spoon feed him all along." What does this news mean to Nashville officials who have just received word from the DNR that grants that would provide improvements for Putnam Park have been re­ jected? A plan to add walkways along the Thornapple River and another portion of the Clowns Dreamland addition to Putnam park are now on the back burner. The plan for those im­ provements goes back many months. The original applica­ tion, written in March 1996 by Dr. Michael Callton, a member of the Nashville Vil­ lage Council, was intended to provide a walk way along the Thomapple River. The other, applied for by the Clowns Dreamland group would help to provide additional play­ ground equipment in the park. On the advice of county of­ ficials, Starkweather critiqued the plan written by Callton. Starkweather had written the grant application for the Clowns Dreamland applicaSee Grant rejected, P. 2 Four young ladies vie for ‘97 Maple Syrup Queen title prepare for tonight by learning all the parades and represent all they can about tapping and Vermontville." Holly, daughter of Tom and boiling maple syrup. The Syrup Queen title is Kathy Carrigan of Ver­ like a dream come true for montville, is also involved some young ladies who recall with high school dramas and watching the crowning of musicals, and enjoys her part queens while just little girls. in the Maple Valley Jazz Holly Carrigan said that being Band. Syrup Queen has been her Mandy Pierce feels much dream since very young. the same way, wishing she "I have wanted to be queen could someday ride on that since I was little," she said. "I float and wave to admirers. "It has been a dream of think it would be fun to be in mine since I was very young," she said. "My favorite event was watching the queens rid­ ing on their float. I think that being queen would be a won­ derful experience and it would be lots of fun to meet new people while representing Vermontville." Mandy, the daughter of Foye and Sarah Pierce of Vermontville, is also a busy teen. As a member of the Maple Valley band, she plays the trumpet, the bassoon and the xylophone. She is also a member of National Honor Society and has been seen on stage during high school drama performances, and when not involved in school is very active in the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Candidate Beth Sleeper has talked with former queens and said she hopes to win this year's crown because of the experiences that they have Me^Hhe1997 Vermiontville Syrup Queen Candidates. Selection of our queen talked about. will take place tonight at the Congregational Church in Vermontville, (from left) ""I've seen how much fun Beth Sleeper, Nicole Wilson, Holly Carrigan and Mandy Pierce. the other queens have had and by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Plans are getting under way for this year's Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival, and tonight is the big night for area girls vying for the title of 1997 Syrup Queen Four young girls from the community are hoping to walk away with the title after careful scrutiny from judges in the annual pageant this evening. There will be dinner, pictures, and then the official competition at the Ver­ montville Congregational Church, beginning at 7 pm. Only a queen and alternate will be chosen this year, there will be no court. This year's candidates are Nicole Wilson, Beth Sleeper, Holly Carrigan and Mandy Pierce, all juniors at Maple Valley High School. They have been using their extra time they have these days to I've always wanted to try out," she said. "I think it would be a great experience.” Beth, the daughter of Leroy and Barbara Sleeper of Ver­ montville, is also involved in high school acting, taking part in dramas and musicals. She is on the Maple Valley girls' softball team and plays in the Jazz band. Nicole Wilson is the only candidate this year from Nashville. One of the main at­ tractions of the queen's reign to this young lady is repre­ senting something that she likes to do, make maple syrup. "I have wanted to do this for a long time," she said. "And I have first-hand experience in making maple syrup." Nicole, daughter of Richard and Stephanie Wilson of Nashville, can be recognized as one of Maple Valley's cheerleaders. She also runs cross country and track. Vermontville Syrup Asso­ ciation’s own Gene Fisher said that there is a full slate of ac­ tivities scheduled for syrup festival weekend this year, and he and other members of the association are busy planning what they hope to be a spec­ tacular event. "We have more vendors calling and wanting to partici­ pate each year," he said. " One of this year's big attrac­ tions will be the Michigan Trappers Association, accord­ ing to Fisher and a second an­ nual teen dance at the opera house. Producers Earl and Lorna Wilson will be honored this year. Watch for their story in upcoming issues. In This Issue. • Mentoring program for reading launched at Maple Valley schools • Bow hunters Expo attracts sportsmen from across the U.S. • Sixth graders to select '97 Syrup Festival parade name • Middle School athletes get chance to shine and grow �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 2 GRANTS REJECTED, continued from front page reason that Nashville and ate many of the funds." There is more to the story other areas in Barry County are not benefitting from DNR than that, according to Burd money, or are the grants sub­ who represents the residents mitted by county consultants in Nashville on the County less than adequate? According ^Board. Though Burd could not to Barry County Board of •confirm ;the exact amount of Commissioners Chairman grants that were applied for James Baily, it's just a matter since .the county contracted with Small Government Conof money. Bailey said that though sultants a yearago, he did say many such grants were that Starkweather's perfor­ applied for by Barry County, mance was *less than desir­ none were approved. He was able.” "Nobody (meaning the told that the dollars just weren't available. Among commissioners) was happy those rejected were requests with him," said Burd. "Hiring for grants to improve a consultant was not a bad idea, but he didn't do what we Charlton Park. "I would be a lot more dis­ expected." Burd went on to confirm appointed if I knew that we did something wrong," he earlier reports that the county said. "But the DNR said there had not renewed another con­ was all of this money, and tract with the consulting firm, then the state didn't appropri- but Bailey reported that SCG had sent a letter letting the county know that they would "be unavailable for service" for another year. Burd insisted that without the help of SGC, the county may not have received a $160,000 grant for jail reno­ vations, but things have gone down hill since. "I'm about as unimpressed as I can be," he had said dur- ‘ ing a recent county board meeting. "We got the one big grant and we spent $32,000 on the contract and administration fees. I sure expected a whole lot more." Though Nashville officials said that they had little to re­ port as far as an impression of These days, being "unattached" in the banking world is becoming unusual. At Starkweather, President Gary Hastings City Bank, we're proud of our tradition as a strong, independent White said that his lack of presence in the community is community bank. a disservice. "He should have been visit­ And while we're still single, we're also big on commitment The dollar you deposit ing all of the municipalities," at Hastings City Bank is loaned to a person or business right here in the area...not said White. "Our tax dollars to someone halfway across the country. What's more, we support our local were helping to fund his posi­ community organizations with financial gifts and employee participation. Help tion, I feel that he should have been here asking what he making this a good place to live today...and an even better place tomorrow. could do for each community (in the way of grant writing). Any bank can say it cares about community. Don't you want to bank with one that Despite repeated attempts, has been doing it for 111 years? Starkweather and his associ­ ates at SGC could not be reached. The hiring of Small Gov­ Member FDIC ernment Consultants a year Hometown Bank Since 1886 ago was a controversial move by the board, which pulled its $20,000 annual funding of the tion and submitted both to the, DNR. Officials from Nashville, now are less than pleased with; results, and rather iuipusecl..* "I had been notified that we were in the top pick (30 per­ cent) for the available funds," said Callton. "But I pretty much know that there were only so many dollars, and probably Nashville wasn't considered a high priority." According to Caliton, after donating his time to write the initial grant proposal, it was sent on to Starkweather for his professional opinion. Starkweather then made some minor changes before present­ ing it to DNR officials. "The written application for the walkway looked really good," commented DNR Recreation Grant Supervisor Mike McDonald. "Good enough that we considered it to be in the top 30% of our applications. We then made a site visit. At that point, we had to turn it down. "We do field inspections on 30 to 40% of the trails before deciding where the money will be spent," said McDonald. "There are a number of variables that are looked at, such as need, quality of the site, the cost benefit ratio and the poverty level of the community, before we make any decisions. In the end, only 9% of that original 30% receive money.” McDonald added that he was less impressed by the Clowns Dreamland application, and based on the application, it did not make the "first cut." Are limited funds the only 111 years old & still single. next? According to Bailey, grant writing will not take a back seat. "I still feel that grant writ­ ing is an important service to provide in the county," he said. "Nashville may or may not have applied for grant money on their own, but it is important the county provide that kind of help to local units." Bailey went on to say that though no formal action has been taken, commissioners are looking at options to hire others to do the grant writing on a commission basis only. Joint Economic Development Commission to pay SGC $24,000 a year and a 5 percent administrative fee. Besides the $24,000, SGC has collected $8,000 for its work on the successful jail grant. Some, however, have con­ tended that the jail grant actu­ ally would have been success­ ful without SGC. <The. board's move a year ago also was controversial because it hired SGC without taking bids from any other potential grant writer. What will the county do On the shelf at Sunfield District Library frey’s reading club, there are copies of the two books recently recommended on her show, She’s Come Undone by Wally Lamb and The Book of Ruth by Jane Hamilton. The next meeting of the Sunfield District Library Board will be Monday, Feb. 17, at 5 p.m. at the library. The public is invited to attend. A new face around the Sun­ field Library is Ward MacCready, who is the new assis­ tant, replacing Yvonne Albright, who helped out for the past few months. Ward and his family, wife Pam and daughters Angie and Meagan, live in Sunfield. After several years in the banking industry, MacCready has decided to work closer to home and share his love for books and the library with the community. New books this week are: Firestorm by Lisa Tawn Bergren; Sunsets by Robin Jones Gunn; Frommer’s 97 Chicago Guide; Frommer’s Portable New Orleans; Con­ sumer Guide 1997 Cars; Let’s Go 1997 Rome; Let’s Go 1997 Paris; the Tightwad Gazette III; Dun & Bradstreet Guide to $Your Investments$ 1997. For those who are “members” of Oprah Win- Reach over 30,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week ^a gttngg City iBank I.OC’ AI . CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH ‘ GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ............ n Evening Worship.... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. .Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER > CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School........ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 P.M. Worship......... .......... 6 . Wednesday Evening Worship................. ........ 7 REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. E.vening Worship 6:00 p.m. .. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes .Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m.; Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m.’“ Adult Class........ .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN (Vs ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship............................ 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service...................... 9:45 Sunday School.,.................. 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sun. School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS ST. CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. . REV. DANIEL SMITH MC N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (afte?7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News. NasAvilli, Tuesday, February II. 19*7— Pope3 Go Ahead Borrow Our Money. We Could Use The Space In The Vault Help us make room and we’ll help you add a room. Or do any home improvement project you want. Or consolidate your bills, educate your kids, take a vacation, whatever. With a EATON FEDERAL HOME EQUITY LOAN, you can borrow at an extremely low rate, and the interest is usually tax deductible. For more information, call any of our offices today. Eaton Federal FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543*3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 FDIC INSURED EQUAL HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS; Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 4 Mentoring program for reading launched at Maple Valley Craig Clements shares one of his favorite Curious George stories with Ruth Pino who volunteers at Fuller Street for one on one reading time every Wednesday. More volunteers are needed! Madelyn Forest is one of many volunteers at Maplewood Elementary who are involved with the new mentoring program. She is working with Cody Tyler. breakfast at Maplewood, Realtor Elsie Wolever, bringing in members of the Vermontville Hardware owner business community and Doug Durkee and employees pairing them with kids. of the bank. As Sheryl McLean served Business owners, however, rolls, fruit and coffee to many are not the only target group. downtown merchants, she told McLean hopes that anyone them of the importance of the with a few hours to spare can extra reading time, and what help. they could do to help. Some "We need volunteers for of those volunteers included these youngsters each week," she said. "I hope to start this off this semester, and when next fall arrives, I hope that the program will continue to grow." This volunteer program is much like tutoring. Each Syrup Association person on the list, anyone trees in the near from the community who can give time, meets with the same youngster each week for string around those a half hour. The student reads some of his or her favorites to want tapped. begin with, and then as time by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter A new program has just been instituted to provide oneon-one reading time for elementary students at Maple Valley, and a chance for members of the community to get involved. The mentoring program was launched recently with a ATTENTION: NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Nashville Maple will be tapping future. Please put white trees you do not MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Real Estate l A X X. 2 00 277 KNI . M AAAA IIN M C STT., N KAIASCHUVVILIILICE mg Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HNIS' * Multiple Listing Service (MLS) . 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"The important thing is that they get the extra exposure to reading." « Many volunteers have begun their sessions with students, like Madelyn Forest. A retired school teacher. Forest said she looks forward to her time each week because she loves to read, and what better way to share that then with a child? "I have free time and like to read," she said. "And I like to Continued next page— CHILD CARE, continued from frontpage— said. That's when she and Anne Woodman went into action and began weekend fund-raisers. "We wanted to raise the tuition, but others complained," she said. "So we began having fund-raisers, mostly bake sales, almost every weekend to pay off back debts." At that point, the co-op owed a substantial amount of money to the Nashville church for rent. Elzinga produced documents to Maple Valley News that confirmed when retiring from her posi­ tion bills were paid up to date and a savings account had been established, which con­ tained $500.81. At that point the books, according to Elzinga were turned over to Karen Kirchhoff of Vermontville. Maple Valley News made several attempts to contact Kirchhoff, but calls were not returned. Regardless of who is at fault and how long the bills to MESC have been owed, that total now exceeds $20,000, according to some. "It got to the point where MESC was just taking the money owed from our ac­ count,' said Kelly Jo Williams. "Last week was the last straw.” Williams said that though the board was forced to close the doors just one week ago, it may have been much sooner if not for the Vermontville Congregational Church. When the center first opened in 1993, an arrangement had been made with church offi­ cials to rent the new addition, which contained classrooms. There was also permission to use the church's kitchen to provide meals to children. Since then the church has paid utilities, and for the most part did not charge rent be­ cause it was important to keep the center open. "The church made us one of their missions," said Williams. "They have been wonderful!" Susan Liason, former co-op board member and Pastor Eric Liason’s wife, said that she had been involved briefly with the board two years ago and knew' aH'too ■well-about' the poor financial situation at that ment plans that were currently time. She said that a review of being used, saying only that the records at that point in most cases they work with painted a very dismal picture. non-profit organizations like Though board members had the Maple Valley Child Care worked to reduce the debt, it Center. Though many different ver­ was too little too late. "They have watched every sions of the situation exists, nickel and dime, she said. MESC now more than likely "And have decreased the debt will deal with the center in bankruptcy court, according to slowly and steadily." Liason said the problem lies board members? Meanwhile, children have in part with the MESCs re­ fusal to work with the center. been shuffled to other centers She said that through the cen- or licensed homes in the area, ter had successfully dealt with and Curth is holding payment plans for other debts, preschool programs in her the MESC had refused to home at no charge for those work out terms that the center who were attending the center. "Because I am concerned could afford. "MESC is worse than the about these kids," she said. IRS," she said. "They have Those who need a reference been the one agency that con- to care providers in the area sistently wouldn't work with can call on Curth,. who has obtained a list, hoping to help us." MESC officials refused to out parents who now need of comment on the situation, ac- child care. tual bills owed or any pay- FREE Education ...for everyone without a high school diploma. Sign-up for classes before February 14th and receive a free « Adult Education » Cookbook V Contact Today: Maple valley Community Education 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville 9 1-517-852-2145 > �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 5 MENTORING, from Page 4 see children interested in reading. I much prefer a good book over watching television!" The Maplewood slate of volunteers is just beginning to fill. McLean has many openings that will fit most any schedule. Each volunteer will work with one child (or more if desired) and build that working relationship throughout the second semester at Maplewood. 44 A similar program has been instituted at Fuller Elementary for younger readers, and Principal Bernie Hynes said she desperately needs volunteers. She said she hopes that more people like Ruth Pino will come forward and help out the youngsters with reading skills. Pino, a retired school teacher, volunteered her services three weeks ago and visits the school each WtuJ***11 WtJ n *** ■ .j. .j.,f, S Swts *wt s: Jfata* : ®Cis®Cis, ■k* ImisWUbA, J}®’ tfagUgagty at tai n< infatoj, {Mehl pjpBi; Irfsilo h totals »taW.’| Halite rstafe tafeiivte Owens to celebrate 40th anniversary Albert and Marian Owen will be celebrating their anniversary with an open house on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the VFW Hall in Nashville. The open house will be given by their children. No gifts, please, just your attendance. Dinner will be 5 to 6:30 p.m. Dancing and conversation 6:30 to 10 p.m. Tkjta tatata I’ve got to do something. I’m here because my president told me ■ ■ to! — Volunteer Ruth Pino Wednesday, where she spends several hours with students. Her room, furnished much like a library, is colorful and comfortable and children look forward to their turn to read their favorite book. Pino said that she feels strongly about the program, which is patterned after President Clinton's plan to make better readers of our children. "Clinton said during a speech that it will take volunteers to get our children off to a good start," she said. "I've got to do something. I'm here because my president told me to!" Pino is working with youngsters on sight words, and to begin with, on reading for fun. She said she hopes to work on content further into the semester. "I think that content is very important," she said. "Many times all of us can read the words, but knowing what you just read is the key." She added that she finds the work to be very satisfying and hopes others will follow suit. "It is really satisfying to see these children serious about reading," she said. "It is a real pleasure to work with them and I know that I will make a difference. I'm also excited to know that I am part of a group of people responding to the president's request." Many volunteers are needed for the mentoring program at both Fuller and Maplewood. Those interested in helping can contact building principals for more information. New books available at Vermontville Township Public Library New titles Chilton’s Auto Repair Manual my by Carl Hiaasen; Animal Adult: The Clinic by 1993-1997 by The Chilton Farm by George Orwell and Jonathon Kellerman; Drums Book Company; The 1997 Death Rides a Black Horse by of Autumn by Diana National Job Hotline Direc- Lewis B. Patten. Gabaldon; Shadow Dawn by tory by Marcia P. 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Both had practicing or on a bear hunt, spent the last several months he spends every day working planning and preparing for the to provide other hunters with event, but to them, no matter the "perfect bow," enabling how difficult the tasks, if it them to get the best shot pos­ involved bow hunting, it was sible . "I have been doing this for fun. "I have loved to bow hunt quite a while," he recalled dur­ ever since I was just a kid," ing the expo Saturday. "We Brumm said. "I pestered my began with a small business folks for a bow for my 12th at my home, and have had the birthday and have bow hunted shop in Nashville now for every since." nine years." Brumm doesn't just hunt or Shepard said that like Jerry, bow hunting has been his love since a teenager. The two got aquatinted and began their "adventure" when Brumm owned the hardware store in FREE ESTIMATES Nashville. Fast, Friendly, Professional Ser "Jerry had the hardware and a shooting range above the store," recalled Shepard. "I used to go over there all the time." This duo, like many other bow manufacturers at the expo, have a unique product 201 North Main Street — Nashville by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Bowhunters from all over the United States showed up at the Barry Expo Center Feb. 1. Itwasn't because of hunting season, or deer camp, but rather a "Bowhunters Expo," where the latest in bows and arrows were on sale, and, of course, many stories of the last hunt were shared among sports enthusiasts. Known as the "Traditional Bowhunter's Expo," this was the second such event hosted VCR REPAIR 852-2290 THE MOVIE STAT Cleaning: Cl $15.00 HORIZON HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 IONIA RD. ■ MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS - 2 plus bedroom home on just less than 2 acres, south of Vermontville. 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"We have these "For ease in carrying," said equipment used in earlier days three-day seminars and guaran­ to make some of the first Shepard "We wanted to build tee that when done, anyone something that no one else bows, wooden barrels for enrolled will have a working whiskey and wooden spokes has." bow to take home with Others at the expo had cus­ for wagon wheels. It allows them." tom made bows as well, two free hands to work on the The products, are not only some specializing in kids wood, and according to Joe, unique, but also very different makes it possible for even an bows, others in the art ofbow making, and some even had amateur to make his or her than compound bows, which are purchased by many for snake skin bows, with some own bow. Continued next page— "Just about anyone can pretty wild stories to tell about their adventures. One such group, Chandler Archery of New Lenox, III., was there with custom bows that would fit any frame and personality. Bruce Chandler, owner of the company, also is involved in teaching children archery. "Yeah, I'm known as the 'arrow guy' to local 4-Hers," he said. He, like Brumm, began making bows because he en­ joyed it, and soon it became a business. "I started this business 14 years ago as a hobby and I guess I got carried away," he said. Chandler said an important emphasis he puts on his busi­ ness is that bow hunting is not just for men, it is indeed a family sport. "Many families get started with just one bow, and soon they find that they all enjoy hunting or target practicing," he said. "And it is a hobby that can be affordable or very extravagant, depending on the individual." Chandler had many of his bows on display, ranging from $300 to what he called Many professionals were on hand at the "Infinity." Bowhunters Expo. Jerry Brumm, owner of Great Those touring the expo Northern Bowhunting Company in Nashville shows who weren't shopping for twelve year old Chance Rathburn of Vermontville how bows or supplies, or practic­ to properly draw a bow to shoot. ing in a shoot (they were held all day), may stopped by a chat with the Swank family from Illinois, who spent the weekend making bows and were glad to let willing partic­ ipants try their hand at the art. The brothers, Bernard and *4.00 per Visit Joe, had brought along all the Walk-ins essentials, there were logs *15.00 5 Visit from their trees, strings, and a contraption known as the Package "bow horse," which is used to *25.00 10 Visit whittle down the wood until a < Package bow is formed. Many classes < are held in the art of bow *40.00 20 Visit making at Swank's "Mystik < Package < Longbows." TANNING The bow horse also is < Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.tn. NEW BOOKS, From Page 5 by Scholastic; The Book of Ghosts II by Bruce Coville; Riddle ofthe Ruby Gazelle by Carolyn Keene and Happy Holiday Jessie by Ann Martin. We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • » V W • V V • 852-1757 **V*VT* *V �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page— hunting. "The traditional bow is much different," said Joe. "Each is sized to an individ­ ual, and many variables are taken into consideration, like size and weight, and of course what you are going to be hunting for." Can you imagine getting close enough to a bear to shoot it with a bow? The ex­ perts at the Traditional Bowhunters Expo said it's not a problem, provided that the right bow and arrows are used, and the bow is the appropriate size and weight for the hunter. For those who were already equipped, there was still much to see and do at the expo last weekend. A full schedule of special guests and clinics kept the show going for all who at­ tended. E. Donnall Thomas Jr., edi­ tor of "The Adventuresome Bowman," was on hand to share stories, and C. Fred Asbell, editor for Bowhunter Magazine, also made an ap­ pearance. There were seminars on stalking the white tail deer, bow hunting in Africa and Alaska, shaving sharp broad­ heads, and calling rattling and hunting that trophy white tail. Brumm and Shepard declared the weekend a huge success and plans a third "Bowhunters Expo" next year at the same time. "This is a great time of year to have such an event," he said. "Cabin fever sets in after winter hunting season, so most really enjoy this." Meanwhile the two are back to work in their shop in Nashville, doing what they Obituaries Gordon Henry Gardner Gordon went to be with his lord after a valient fight with cancer. He was living in New York and working on a dairy farm before the onset ofhis cancer. He wanted to thank every­ one for their prayers and kind­ ness during his fight. Special love and comfort to Ruby Lou. Love to Ruby Violet, Noelle, Fred, Skippy, Dr. David, Catherine, Kat & Larry and Chris. Gordon is survived by his Helen I. Barlow Joe Swank spent the weekend demonstrating the art of bow making. Those passers by who were brave were allowed to try their hand at the art. love and what makes other hunting enthusiasts happy. "I love seeing the look in some ones eyes when they get that bow," remarked Shepard. "And listening to their stories about the successful hunt." Plans for next years expo are all ready under way, but both Brumm and Shepard will take a break in just a few weeks. "Yea were going to Texas Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu announced Wednesday, Feb. 12 Chicken supreme, red potato, green beans w/red pepper, dinner roll/margarine, pudding. Thursday, Feb. 13 Shaved pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, California for a wild boar hunt (with bows of course) just away to relax and have a little fun," said Shepard. When the two arrive back at the shop in Nashville they will begin working on something else new. "We're always rattling ideas around in our heads," they said. Who knows what the pair will have on display next year at the expo? NASHVILLE Helen I. Barlow, age 57, of Nashville, passed away on Friday, February 7, 1997 at Battle Creek Health System Community Site after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Barlow was bom on June 11,1939 in Hastings, the daught­ er of Kenneth and loleen (Newton) Clark. She attended Hastings schools. Mrs. Barlow was married to Donald Barlow in 1955. The marriage ended later in separation. She was a retired bus driver for the Maple Valley Schools and for 17 years drove the special kids to school. Mrs. Barlow was easily recog­ nized by her smile and was her children’s best friend. She was an avid flower gardener, loved birds, especially hummingbirds and was a beautiful cross stitcher. Mrs. Barlow was preceded in death by an infant son, Donny Barlow, two sons and her father, Kenneth Clark. Monday, Feb. 17 Closed in observance of President’s Day. KENRA Business Services Gift Certificates Expires 2-15-97 tanning.......................... *29.99 SHORT CUTS Full Service Beauty Salon and Barber Shop Phone 948-9392 227 E. State, Hastings Hours: M-T 9 am-7 pm; W-F 9 am-6 pm; Sat. 9-3 • WALK-INS WELCOME WE USE AND RECOMMEND KENRA PROFESSIONAL HAIRCARE PRODUCTS ■ CERTIFIED KBNRA GLOBAL SALON If you ygget this booklet, you won't need a form. Just a phone. Tbit yeir, millioaf will file ihoir fax rofurnf by — utia, TeleFilo, a free service from the IRS. The call it eity and refundt ata fest. Check yoar mail for a TeleFilo booklet. ■MBjeM | Department o! the Treasury <52y/l Internal Revenue Service It's frao. It’s fait. 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Vitamin E 400 IU Caps 100’s select Formulas 852-0845 Your Choice 2 QZ Choice Events Wednesday, Feb. 12 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, country string; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Feb. 13 — Hastings, music, Reid/Nye; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Feb. 14 Hastings, music/bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Feb. 17 — All sites closed. Tuesday, Feb. 18 — Hastings, Alz. meeting, 1-3 p.m.; puzzle day. it’s about hair texture. Lois (Fred) Holiman of Florida, Louise Wilson of Fine Lake and Gladys (Marty) Hummel! of Hesperia. Visitation will be Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funerl Home, Nashville. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 12, 1997 at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Susan Trow­ bridge officiating. Burial will take place at Barryville Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholorship Fund. Friday, Feb. 14 Baked chicken quarter, bak­ ed potato w/S.C., French cut beans, dinner roll/margarine, cheesecake. Tuesday, Feb. 18 Valentine’s Week Special: PERMS a COLOR • 10% off She is survived by her very special friend, Jay Cole ofBattle Creek; two daughters, Julie Mitchell and her companion Don Henry of Nashville and Leta Barlow and her companion David Sandora of Georgetown, S.C.; two sons, Morris Barlow and Robert Barlow, both of Hastings; three grandchildren, Jeremy Barlow, Kenny Mitchell and Garrett Mitchell; her mother, loleen Clark ofEnglew­ ood, Florida; two brothers, Floyd (Carol) Clark of Freeport and Leon (Pauline) Clark of Wisconsin and four sisters, Evelyn Ulrich of Nashville, Sandy (Bob) Miller of Florida, blend, bun, jello. Stuffed pepper, hot mixed beans, carrots, bread/margarine, cobbler. it’s not about skin color. mother and father, Joyce & Alberta Gardner and Johanna Terry; sisters, Lori and her Woudstra are his loving husband Lynn Denton and grandmothers. V/e loved him then, we love their children, Johathon & Jenna. Jackie and her husband him now. He will be greatly & Joseph Vermetti and their sorely missed. children, Jacob, Joey and Funeral services were held Jason. Uncle Jack & Sharon, Thursday, February 6, 1997 at aunt Nancy & Gary Monroe, the Maple Valley Chapelaunt Janice & Jim Oms, aunt Genther Funeral Home in Judy & Art Headlee, aunt Nashville. Memorial contributions Jolene & Mike Freeman and many cousins. Gerald Gardner may be made to the American & Henry “Woody” Woudstra Cancer Society or Maple were his loving grandfathers. Valley Scholorship Fund. ; ,„,, „ 9 am to 4 pm Saturday .y $1.99 $3.99 .y. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 8 Maple Valley Jr. - Sr. High ‘honor roll’ announced •Indicates all A’s. 7th Grade Bethany Adams, Chris An­ drews, Devon Augustine, Jessica Chaffee, Beth Con­ klin, Amanda Cook, Sarah Cook, Shelbi Cousins, Samantha Curtis, Miranda Farr, Paul Felder, Jason Graham, Hillary Grant, •Rebecca Guernsey, Cassaundra Hager, Kenneth Hayes, Nathan Heinze, James Henry, Michael Hill, Michael Himeiss, Jason Hoffman, Raymond Hole, Rebecca Holland, Brandon Holton, Brandon Hopkins, ♦Christina Jackson, ’Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie, ’Nicholas Jones, Andrew Krolik, Daniel Mace, Paula Mason, Kari Matson, Megan McCauley, Samantha McIntyre, Derek Musser, Melissa Musser, Brandy Ojala, Devin Phenix, Allison Phillips, Lacey Plan­ ck, Russell Rhodes, Jessica Ripley, Kevin Ripley, David Rumsey, Aaron Scott, Becky Scripter, Jason Silsbee, Jacob Skelton, Bryan Smith, Diana Speck, Patrick Stephens, Michael Strong, Lizzie Sundrla, *Bethany Swift, John Terberg, •Darin Thrun, Christy Todd, Alesia VanEngen, Casey Watling, Jennifer Whitmore, ♦Camille Wieland, Jeremy Wiser, Laura Wyman. 8th Grade Jason Abfalter, Christian Allwardt, Mark Ayles, ’Brian Burt, Daniel Callton, *Jason Carrigan, Amber Caudill, Christy Cook, Dacia Davis, Davis Drumm, Gordon Durecka, Andy Ewing, Eric Goris, Sara Gretzner, Michael Hamilton, Jessica Heney, Dwayne Hester, Ken­ dall Holton, Karla Hughes, Jessica Hummel, Jeffery Jones, Matthew Keeler, Travis Kersjes, Timothy Kienutske, ♦Jennifer Mansfield, Gwen McDougal, Levi McIntire, Kenith Mead, Kenny Mitchell, Buddy Musser, Nicole Myers, Amber Newton, Torri Newton, Jessica Patrick, Amy Reid, Michael Reid, Jeff Rhoades, Lacey Ripley, •Amanda Robins, Jenny Rugg, Tim Rumsey, Dana Seitier, Stacy Shepperly, Chad Spears, Carly Spitzley, Kristen Sprague, Trent Swift, Matthew Thorne, Casey VanEngen, Adam Watson, Timothy Wawiernia, Philicia West, Jamie Wyble, Lacy Wyble. 9th Grade Emily Aspinall, John Aspinall, Carrie Balko, *Shilo Beals, Julie Behrndt, *Eren Berry, Raechelle Blossom, Amanda Briggs, Heather Brisco, *Ann Carney, Patrick Chaffee, Jessica Cook, Angela Decker, Julia Draper, Jessica Dunham, Joe Elliston, Ryan Emerick, Matt Emery, Matthew France, Brandon Garvey, Jessica Gearin, Lauren Hansbarger, *Craig Harvey, Sarah Irish, Sixth graders to select 1997 Syrup Festival Parade name The 1997 Vermontville Syrup Festival is right around the corner and area sixth graders are invited to help name this years parade. Members of the Syrup Association want kids to be a part of selecting this years theme and have put together a contest with cash prizes, tickets for rides at the festival and a chance to lead the parade! The contest, known simply as "Name the Parade" is now underway and students who are eligible are asked to send post cards or letters to Russ and Bonnie Laverty at 6967 North Ionia Road in Vermontville. Today is the deadline to mail those entries! Last year's parade was known as "The Golden Glow of Maple Syrup", what do you suppose this years parade will be remembered as? Officials also want to remind all children in the area that they are invited to participate in the annual Children's Parade. 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Dog license deadline is near Eaton County dog owners are reminded that the deadline is nearing for purchase of dog licenses. The license fee through Feb. 28 is $7 for any dog that is spayed or neutered. The fee for dogs not spayed or neutered is $12. A valid rabies vaccination certificate and a spay or neuter certificate must be presented at the time of purchase. On or after March 1 the license fee is $25 per dog. Licenses may be obtained by mailing certificates, along with the correct fee, to the Eaton County Animal Control Department, 1085 In­ dependence Blvd., Charlotte, MI 48813. Licenses may also be obtained from the Eaton County Treasurer’s office or from local township and city treasurers. Anyone with questions or concerns may contact the Eaton County Animal Control office Monday through Friday during normal business hours at 543-5755 or 482-8803. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss a proposed parking ordinance for M-66 in front of Good Time Pizza to the North end Village Limits. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING There will be a public hearing Thursday, February 13, 1997 at 7:00 pm in the Council Chambers to discuss the proposed 1997-1998 fiscal year budget for the Village of Nashville. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 9 Lunch at Goodtime Pizza reward for reading at home Lunch with Mrs. Long at Goodtime Pizza! Only two groups of children have read every night and earned that outing. Just last week Kayla Rodriquez, Olivia Tabor, Olivia Blakely and Timmy Wood were treated to pizza and ice cream by Mrs. Long! The only thing needed to earn this reward is reading every night at home and returning ‘apple slips' to Mrs. Long. These second graders have been doing a lot of reading at home and shared some of their favorite books with Maple Valley News, (from left) Olivia Tabor, Kayla Rodrequez, Timmy Wood and Olivia Blakely. Reading at home is an important goal in Mrs. Long's second grade classroom at Fuller Elementary and this year she has implemented a new program to keep kids reading on a nightly basis. returned to school, those students get 'lunch out" with Each student is to read 20­ minutes each night with mom and dad and then return an "apple slip" to school with their signatures. Readers are marked on the calendar and when enough slips are Mrs. Long. and remember those slips! I To date only eight students look forward to our lunch at have accompanied Mrs. Long > Goodtime!!" to Goodtime for pizza and ice cream, but she hopes by the end of the school year that each one ofher second graders will have gotten that reward. "I'm sure that many of these kids are reading with mom and Receive all the news for dad, but they aren't bringing the Barry County area in the apple slips back to the Hastings Banner. school," she said. "Part of this Cdl/...945-9554 program is to teach them responsibility in remembering The Hastings the slips." The message from Mrs. Long Banner is "Keep on reading at home, Subscribe TODAY! M-66 Tire Light Service, Oil Changes, Mechanic on Duty, Shocks • Brakes • Muffler • Batteries • Petersen Enterprises ®2 11 VVla>0 r® iMtattfa ,Bai tataiifni sons:!® Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, MI 48849 The ultimate reward?? Pizza!! Looks like Olivia Tabor is sure enjoying hers!! M MVKBI !■< an■ ack fata UM b . t fctaitato ER HUM IBB I^llt BR Johnson OUTBOARDS jw CUB® Reading at home has took on a whole new meaning this year for students in Mrs. Longs second grade classroom, with many rewards. 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Not only will the new middle school volleyball and wrestling teams give many students a chance to compete and enjoy an extracurricular activity immediately, but it HOMEOWNERS!© living from paycheck to paycheck! WANS BY PHONE SAME BfflfAPPBOWlli Grand Rapldr 1-616-957-4430 Statewide: 1-800968-2221 AAA Mourctct a FINANCIAL COWeORXTION HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION should also enhance the quality of play for the high school programs as well. "I think this will be a great addition to the volleyball program," volleyball coach Christy Lamke said. "It seems like our high school team has been at a disadvantage; Now there is equal experience." The same sentiments can also be heard from those involved with the new middle school wrestling squad. / "Hopefully, this will help our high school team," wrestling coach Doug Jones explained. "If we can catch the The seventh grade junior high volleyball team includes (front row, from left) Jessica Ripley, Christy Todd, Kari Matson, Alesia VanEngen, Nikki James, Lacey Planck, Miranda Farr, Sam McIntyre, Shelbi Cousins; (second row) Casey Watling, Bethany Adams, Samantha Curtis, Ashley Fox, Melinda Powers, Allison Phillips, Jessica Chaffee, Bethany Swift and Devon Augustine. Not pictured: Paula Mason and Darcy McKenzie. really good wrestlers now Dansville {March 21). Away wrestling programs are before they reach high school, battles come against Dansville assistants Mike Silsbee and this experience will make it a (Feb. 21), St. Philip (Feb. Ken Trumble. Their purpose 27), Bellevue (March 10), is to encourage and provide stronger team." Organization for the middle Olivet (March 13) and Leslie additional sport for junior school wrestlers began last (March 17). high students. Maple Valley's The volleyball teams could new squad will have a team summer and they open their campaign with 12 wrestlers. not compete if it wasn't for atmosphere, but will also The first meet is just one the help of coaches Duska stress individual participation. "This experience will make week away, when the home Brumm, Sandy Briggs Christy Lamke' and the determination it (high school squad) a squad travels to Delton for a Feb. 18 meet. Other meets are of Carol Kraai. The coaches stronger team," Jones said "This is going to be really at Leslie (Feb. 19), at are doing some double duty Climax-Scotts .(.Feb. ,24), since they also have jobs with great for Maple Valley," home against Olivet (Feb. the high school programs. Brumm said. "We're looking 27), home versus Lansing Kraai, a former varsity for some great games when Christian (March 3), at volleyball coach at Maple these girls hit high school." Dansville (March 6), at Valley, felt that the need to Springport (March 10) and at have middle school programs was essential and helped to get Olivet (March 15). After Lansing Christian, the the volleyball program off the volleyball teams will have 11 ground. Some 30 girls are additional matches including thankful for that persistence. , "There are a lot of kids home event's against Bellevue around here who are interested (Feb. 13), Olivet (Feb. 18), Leslie (Feb. 20), Lansing in sports," Brumm said. 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No appointments • No office fees • No games LICENSES DUE BY MARCH 1, 1997 GRAND LEDGE GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY The Maple Valley Junior High wrestling team includes (front row from left) Manager: Michelle-Silsbee, Issac Franco, Chad Spears, Jason Silsbee, Jeff Jones, Randy Silsbee, Kieth Lackschiede, and Assistant Coach: Ken Trumble (back row) Coach: Doug Jones, Manager: Jamie Jones, Trent Swift, Daniel Coon, Jacob Cole, Troy Sloan, and Assistant Coach: Mike Silsbee. Missing from the photo is Mike Washburn. M.V. Eighth grade eagers conclude season »*5 The eighth grade basketball team ended its season with wins over Dansville (47-35) and Pennfield (60-52) and a BMULLIKEN team loss to St. Philip (49­ ARK VET CLINIC Main St. 23). SaL, Feb. 8,9-11:30 a.m. • SaL, Feb. 15,3-5 p.m. The Dansville victory avenged the team's only loss SUNFIELD of the season. Maple Valley FIRE HALL Main St., Sunfield trailed by 5 points entering SaL, Feb. 15,12-2:30 p.m. • Sun., Feb. 16,3-5 p.m. the fourth quarter, but thanks Saturday, February 22 • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. to tough defensive limited NASHVILLE Dansville to just 6 points in POWERS GARAGE Next to Good Time Pizza the final frame. Casey *»*•/ SaL, Feb. 8, 3-5 p.m. • Sun., Feb. 9, 3-5 p.m. VanEngen led the team with Sunday, February 23 • 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. BAl £ 4 16 points and Jason Abfalter Please pass this information on to afriend or relative — thanks. Bl 4 had 9 points, all 9 coming in the fourth quarter. Maple Valley also trailed to Pennfield (27-20), but came ;ha9.k..-jjj.tfe.;^cond_half_and FIRE HALL on M-100 North of Town SaL, Feb. 8 • Sun., Feb. 16 • Sat., Feb. 22 Sun., Feb. 23 • All - Noon to 2:30 p.m. scored 40 points in the final 12.minutes. Eric Goris tallied 15 points, Abfalter managed 13 markers and Casey VanEngen added 11 points. The B team struggled versus St. Philip with Chris Ripley leading the way with 6 points. Overall, the eighth grade Lions were 7-4 on the year. Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. <• VERMONTVILLE FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance. Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.* Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11. 1997 — Page 11 Freshman team continues winning School Lunch Menu Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 12 Homemade baked spaghet­ ti, seasoned green beans, garlic toast, homemade strawberry shortcake. Thursday, Feb. 13 Homemade ham & cheese submarine, mustard & mayonnaise, buttered peas, chilled pear halves or salad bar. Friday, Feb. 14 Heart shaped chicken nuggets w/dip, whipped potatoes w/gravy, fresh fruit, valentine cookie. Monday, Feb. 17 No school. No salad bar this week. ■Tuesday, Feb. 18 Homemade macaroni & cheese, steamed broccoli, homemade cherry cobbler, Kellogg 4th grade school honor roll for the 2nd nine weeks Mrs. Smith All A’s — Erin Hummel, Tessa Robles, Laura Trumble. A/B Average — Ben Boss, Kelsey Elliston, Dustin Jones, Jessica McMillen, Nate Smith, Ryan VanZandt. Mr. Hustwick All A’s — Katie Eldred, Andrew Gaber. A/B Average — Sarah Chaffee, Jason Craven, Matt Conklin, Daniel Brooks, Lance Burpee, Sammy Cowell, Joey Desrochers, Dustin Drumm, Kelly Fox, Nick Grant, Brandon Mon­ tgomery, Jesse Page, Mat­ thew Scramlin, Lacey Wiser, Nichole Whelpley. Mrs. Hansen All A’s — Adam Moody, Phillip Vincent. A/B Average — Travis Doyle, Krista Driksna, Kevin Fassett, Amanda Ketchum, Kristin Mead, Tom Miller, Bethany Wenger. Mrs. Hunt A/B Average Sadie Blodgett, Mike Furlong, Christina Hill, Stephanie Hof­ fman, Micheal Rhodes, Tif­ fany Thomas, Myles Watling, Amy Clark, Todd Cupp, Paul Morgan, Trescha Trowbridge. Mr. Smith A/B Average — Kevin Fox, Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead, Shawna TeVelde, Rochelle Currier, Scott Duke, Mathew Hallifax, Devin Musser, Beth Platte, Amber Primm, Aman­ da Rumsey. Superintendent’s Corner soft bread sticks. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 12 Chicken nuggets/dip, mash­ ed potatoes, blueberry sauce, butter sandwich. Thursday, Feb. 13 Hot dog/bun, tater rounds, peach. Friday, Feb. 14 Pizza, peas, cookie. fruit jello, Monday, Feb. 17 President’s Day. No school. Tuesday, Feb. 18 Chili/crackers, pickle spears, pear, combread. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 12 Chicken patty/bun, whip­ ped potatoes, pineapple. Thursday, Feb. 13 Mac. & cheese, mixed veg., blueberry cobbler, roll/margarine, salad bar. Friday, Feb. 14 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce, bread/magarine. Monday, Feb. 17 Maple Valley's freshman basketball team recently defeated Dansville 62-50. Justin VanAlstine had 18 points and 6 assists, Joey Bowers 14 points, Rich Smith 11 points and 12 rebounds and Joey Aspinall tallied 9 points. 4-H shooting sportsmeet set Feb. 15 All 4-H shooting sports members, leaders and parents are invited to attend the se­ cond shooting sports meet on Saturday, Feb. 15, in Charlotte. BB gun participants will meet from 10 a.m. to noon and archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m., both at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Muzzleloading, air pellet and .22 cal. participants will meet from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Family Shooters Corral in Eaton Rapids. Participants are asked to bring their equipment ifthey have it. Equipment will be checked and information Newest citizen— Robbie Hanford, along with his parents, Bruce and Kellie of Vermontville, are proud to announce the birth of Andrew William on Feb. 1, 1997 at 3:21 p.m. Weighing 6 lbs., 8 ozs. and 20 inches long. The proud grandparents are Robert and Bonnie Hanford of Hastings; Saundra and the late Arthur William Haas of Ver­ montville; great-grandparents Joel and Gladys Hummel of Vermontville and Wilda Haas of Lake Odessa. shared on equipment needs. Dates and information on future meets will be shared. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. won easily over St. Philip 82­ 50. Bowers scored 14 and made 4 steals, Craig Harvey tallied 13 points and Rich Smith had 11 points and 9 boards. REMINDER ACTIONADS Really Work... Sell Cars, Homes, Pets, Anything! Call... 945-9554 TAXES » TAXES • TAXES - TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service Mew Location ... Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships and Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD — 15 Years Experience — Call 517-851-0111 TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES President’s Day. No school. Local group considers building needs— Tuesday, Feb. 18 Hamburger/bun, cheeseburger/bun, French fries, mixed fruit. No salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Looking fora By Alan K. McLean Over the past 4-5 months, the board of education and many, many concerned and caring community members have been meeting and deciding what course ofaction to take concerning the building program at Maple Valley. As of this date, we have finalized a plan of action that we feel will greatly benefit the current students of Maple Valley and enable future students to learn more effectively. The basic goals of the planning committees never wavered. The building plan was designed to accomplish a variety of objectives and we feel the program will meet those objectives. Over the course of the next several “Superintendent’s Comer” articles, I will attempt to articulate each component ofthe building program and outline why it is important for kids. The first objective that we attempted to meet was to eliminate all portables in the district. This was our major priority. By adding enough rooms to various buildings that utilize portables, we can make a better learning en­ vironment for children, reduce operational costs immensely and control future costs. Exact number of rooms and the advantages will be detailed in future articles. Objective two was to separate the junior high Steve Parker had a gamehigh 23 points and Justin VanAlstine made two free throws in the final 20 seconds to give the Lions a win over Stockbridge. VanAlstine was 6-of-6 from the charity stripe and managed 12 points. Joey Bowers also scored 12 points. Maple Valley’s frosh squad students from the high school students. It has become abun­ dantly clear to everyone in­ volved with this project that parents in this district would like to insure that their 7th and 8th grade students do not in­ teract with the high school students. When the original building was constructed, there was a junior high wing and a high school section. Over the years, the population and commitment to program has made it impossible to maintain that separation. We have long wanted to operate two separate schedules within the length of the day. However, we do not have enough room to separate teachers or schedules. By adding rooms, we can effectively run a stand alone junior high program totally independent from the high school program. The third goal was to improve the grounds and transportation delivery system. With this in mind, the committee and board has decided to ask for separate issues to construct a new bus garage to replace the outdated facility in Nashville that no longer meets the needs of today’s bus fleet. In addition, the plan will have dollars built in to improve the site at each facility and athletic facilities at the high school. More details in successive articles. In the Service HUM? Sean P. Haley Navy Airman Sean P. Haley, son of Brian D. and Cheryl L. Haley of 7337 W. Lawrence, Vermontville, is halfway through a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific Ocean and the Persian Gulf while serving with Sea Control Squadron 29,, em­ barked aboard the aircraft car­ rier USS Kitty Hawk. Haley’s squadron is one of 10 tactical aircraft squadrons attached to the USS Kitty Hawk battle group. The battle group also includes six sur­ face combatants, two sub­ marines, and the three-ship USS Essex amphibious ready group. Haley’s squadron flies the S-3B Viking, a multi-purpose aircraft capable of locating and destroying enemy sub­ marines, long-range surveillance of shipping, airto-air refueling and other missions as required. Haley has visited Bahrain, Hong Kong and Singapore. The T 1995 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in July 1995. Looking for Extra Cash? -Call- 945-9554 Sell anything FASTI Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH PRINT SHOP • Full Color » Signs • Copying » Laminating • Addressing ...and MORE! • Complete Binding 945-5078 I FAX: (616) 945-5192 or can 945-9554 (616) �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 11, 1997 — Page 12 Three win titles as Maple Valley Lions finish in 3rd Mike Egan, Pal Lowe and Andy Adams all were weight class champions for Maple Valley at Saturday's SMAA team tournament at Olivet High. Egan defeated Leslie's Cody Toves to capture the 112pound crown. Egan, 2-0 on the day, won the match with a 17-1 tech. fall. Lowe faced Dansville's Shane Frost in the finals at 135 and came out a winner on a 15-0 tech. fall. Lowe finished his day at 3-0. Adams met up with Olivet's Joe Frazier in the 215-pound championship and won with a pin in 1:33. The Lions also had one wrestler who finished in second: Jamie Davis. Davis, at 189, lost to Potterville's Brock Moore by a pin. Jason Grasman (275), Rob Slocum (119) and Ben Snow (125) had third places, while Bryan Faurot (130) and Jeremiah Swift (145) ended up fourth. Olivet's team won the tournament with 216 points, Leslie was second with 199 1/2 points and Maple Valley took third with 133 points. The Lions have team districts Wednesday at Comstock and have individual districts Saturday at Delton. St. Johns 63 Maple Valley 14 Egan, Faurot and Lowe won for the Lions with Lowe’s triumph coming on a pin in 3:30. Maple Valley 52 Bellevue 24 Egan (112), Chris Dunham (125), Jon Kenyon (140), Adams (215) and Grasman (275) had voids, Slocum (119), Lowe (135) and Davis (189) were victors with pins and Faurot (130) won a 19-8 decision. Lakewood 35 Maple Valley 30 Egan (112) and Grasman (275) both won via a pin, Dunham (125) and Lowe (135) scored triumphs on decisions and Slocum (119) and Dan Shipman (160). Maple Valley wrestled Thursday night against Lakewood and Bellevue to prepare for Saturday's showdoen. KBS to offer new volunteer training program People who enjoy learning new things and sharing their time with others are invited to become volunteers at MSU Kellogg Biological Station (KBS) located near Hickory Comers. Several volunteerorienta­ tions and training sessions are scheduled this month and in March. They will focus on training tour guides for the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, Kellogg Farm and W.K. Kellogg Forest. Other volunteer opportunities in­ clude maple sugaring, landscaping/gardening and pro­ viding clerical assistance. An overall KBS orientation will take place Wednesday, March 5, at 9 a.m. in the In business for yourself? Find out about the income tax consequences from H&R BLOCK- Helen Vedder You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 1£ Stuffed Breast I Stack Building at the Station’s Education Center. It will in* elude general information about KBS and an overview of the station’s volunteer program. Maple syrup training will be held Feb. 26. Tour guide training sessions will be held at Kellogg Farm March 12, at Kellogg Bird Sanctuary on March 19 and W.K. Kellogg Forest March 26. “We’re looking for in­ dividuals who are willing to share their time and interests with the many youth and adults groups that visit our facilities each year,’’ says KBS Volunteer Program Coordinator Barbara Baker. KBS volunteers are asked to Sixloin Steak Choice Boneless 49 46 Os., IGA Tomato Juice BUNDLE#2 59* 5 Lb. Country Ribs • 5 Lb. Pork Chops 5 Lb. Boneless Ham* 5 Lb. Bacon 5 Lb. Sausage 5 Lb. Boston Butt Roast 30 Lb. avg. wt. । , Oscar Mayer Fun Pack 15 Oz. Chef Boyardee Can Pasta 01 1/2 Gal., Creamee 89^ 99* A i $5999 x savf “p p to XI x with one Completed Super Saver Card BUNDLE#3 \'A 7 A IGA Frosting & Ice Cream Cake Mi.x es 1 $4995 Boneless Sirloin Steak Pork Chops Country Style Ribs Chicken Breast • 3 Lb. T-Bones Ground Beef • 25 Lb. avg. wt. Lb. ’J $499 5 Lb. Pork Steak 5 Lb. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 7 — Tuesday, February 18, 1997 Hot lunch becomes “hot issue at Maple Valley Schools by Cindy Smith Staff Writer The term "hot lunch" sud­ denly has taken on a whole new meaning at Maple Valley schools. Cooks are hot over recent Board of Education discus­ sions to contract for outside services, and Superintendent Alan McLean is boiling mad following claims that the food service budget has been mis­ represented. The school board last week had planned to raise prices and to hire an outside contractor to implement changes to the cur­ rent food service program. Those prices are going up a quarter effective March 1, but many think that it will take more than an increase to fund program is not yet running in the program effectively. the red. "Our food service budget "Our food service budget is has been slowly losing bleeding badly," he said. "If it money," said McLean. "It has continues in this direction, we always been my belief that the will have to use general fund program should pay for it­ monies to run the program." self." He said he believes that the He described this year's best solution would be a "food budget as "bleeding badly," service director," but because though at the present time the of budget constraints that isn't Teen pleads quilty in Maple Grove robbery case A Holt area man has pleaded guilty to his role in the Dec. 9 armed robbery of the Laurel Manor Adult Foster Care home in Maple Grove Town­ ship. Christopher Cummings; 17, pleaded guilty to one count of armed robbery at his arraignment Thursday in Barry County's Fifth Circuit Court. Prosecutor Dale Crowley informed the court that pur- suant to plea negotiations, his office would dismiss charges of one count of first degree home invasion, two counts of assault with intent to rob while armed and four counts of possessing a firearm during the commission of a felony. Crowley said his office would also recommend a window of five to ten years as a mini­ mum sentence, while the court would be free to impose any restitution. During testimony before Circuit Judge James Fisher, Cummings said he and his al­ leged co-conspirators, Tomas E. Parsons and Michael J. Dupree, knew of the foster care home and had planned the robbery at Parsons' home in Charlotte. The three allegedly burst into the foster care home armed with shotguns and wearing black ski masks. The group allegedly bound and gagged the owner of the home, the cook and a visiting neighborhood teen and took about $1,500 belonging to residents. Sentencing was scheduled for March 6. Cummings could be sentenced up to life in prison. possible. that would not allow for outA contract with outside ser-siders to come in and take vices, however, may be bene-over responsibilities. ficial, he said. Sherwood said that in 1993 "My recommendation at a foundation grant was estabthis point is twofold," he said. lished that was to fund in part "First is to raise prices and the the food service budget. FICA second would be to continue and retirement fundss were dialogue with Charlotte." built into that grant and McLean had spoken with should have shown up as a Charlotte Schools Food Ser- "credit" to the food service acvice Director Katie DeLuca, count. who contracts with other dis­ "If you are receiving funds tricts to implement changes. for food service, it needs to go Cooks at Maple Valley in there," she said. "It is beclaim they have been success-cause of food services that you ful in providing a quality received that FICA and retire­ lunch at an affordable price ment. It certainly would have and that the problem may be made a difference in your acin part ofMcLean's bookkeep- counting." ing. They brought along Sherwood claimed that union representative Karen while those revenues were not Sherwood, who claimed that showing up in the budget, ex­ Maple Valley's "books" were penditures to pay employee reinaccurate, and that ifthe bud- tirement and FICA were and get appeared properly in black that gave the account a lopand white, there would be no sided effect. McLean commented on need for concern. She also re­ minded the board that Maple See Hot lunch, P. 3 Valley cooks had a contract New Maple Syrup Queen’s dream is coming true! Mandy Pierce (right) has been crowned as the 1997 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. Beth Sleeper was selected to be the alternate queen. by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor A 17-year-old Maple Val­ ley High School student who has dreamed about be­ ing Vermontville's maple syrup queen since childhood had that wish fulfilled last week. Mandy Pierce, daughter of Foye and Sarah Pierce, was the judges' pick at the annual Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen contest, held Feb. 11 after a community dinner at the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church. A lifelong resident of Vermontville, Mandy said, "Being queen was a dream of mine when I was very young. I always wanted to watch the queen come down in the parade and her float and everything. "I think it will be a great learning experience to meet new people," she said of her upcoming one-year reign. When her name was an­ nounced as the queen, "I was really surprised. I almost fainted," Mandy said. "I was really nervous." Beth Sleeper, 17, daughter of LeRoy and Barbara Sleeper of Vermontville, was named alternate queen. Mandy and Beth were se­ lected from a field of four contestants. Knowledge of the maple syrup process, from the tree to the table, as well as first hand experience in making syrup are part of the criteria considered by judges. The judges also score contestants on appearance, poise, speak­ ing skills, ability to repre­ sent the community and a written essay. Mandy hopes to be an ac­ countant and plans to major in business management and accounting in college. The new queen, who has "reddish auburn hair" and green eyes, has previously participated in the Syrup Festival through her 4-H Club and other activities. Mandy spent time last year helping syrup producers John and Roxanne Ripley with many facets of syrup making. She helped them collect sap through a tubing system and helped pump the sap from the tank into their "sugar shack" where maple sap is boiled into syrup. Mandy helped to boil the sap and fill syrup containers in addition to washing filters and cleaning the building. Mandy, a National Honor Society member, plays trumpet, horn, xylophone and bassoon for the high school band. She also partic­ ipates in school musicals and dramas and enjoys being a 4-H Club member. She is president of the Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club and attends Ver­ montville Bible Church. Her hobbies are reading, writing short stories and lyrics, drawing, painting, sewing, and raising goats and rabbits. She has three brothers and one sister who range in age from 3 to 19. The alternate queen, Beth, See New queen, P. 2 In This Issue • MV PTO Planning fundraisers, carnival • Alternative education program exceeds expectations • Revue’s production of ‘The Music Man’ is sell out • Kathryn Murphy running towards glory at II. of Memphis �The Maple Volley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 2 NEW QUEEN, continued from frontpage— plans to pursue a career as a pediatrician. She hopes to be the foiirth generation of her family to attend Michigan State University. A member of the National Honor Society, her extracur­ ricular school activities in­ clude softball, jazz band, marching band, Spanish Club and participating in school musicals and dramas. Interests for Beth include sewing, reading, making jewelry with modeling clay and participating in a youth group. Beth has been attending Vermontville's Syrup Festi­ val every year since she was a three-month-old baby. 'Tve been everything (at the festival) from a spectator to a pooper-scooper." As a young child, Beth re­ calls helping her father tap the family's maple trees and checking the sap buckets daily. The Vermontville Lions CJub sponsored the commu­ nity dinner held before the queen contest. The new maple syrup roy­ alty will reign over Ver­ montville's annual Syrup Festival in April and pro­ mote the community and its pure maple syrup products in other communities around the state. Serving as queen contest judges were David Wayne Huva of WLCM Radio in Charlotte, Daniel Holmes of Community Newspapers in Charlotte, Marian Pennock, a maple syrup producer; and Elaine Gilbert of J-Ad Graphics. Horse Committee meeting reset Due to inclement weather the January 4-H Horse Development Committee meeting was called off. It has been rescheduled for Thurs­ day, Feb. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Extension office. Topics ofdiscussion will in­ clude horse show, fair trophies, clinic, and upcoming opportunities and events. Each 4-H club with a horse project should send at least two members. All members, volunteers and parents in­ terested in the horse project are invited and encouraged to attend. For further information call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m; Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be past —n : 219 S. State St. Only what's done for Christ will last. Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service ■ LAWN MOWER CENTER ■ 130 S. 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The dictionary describes integrity as strength and firmness of character. Integrity is something that is developed over the years and cannot be pu "based at any price. It is a gift, from God. He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will befound out. Revised Standard Version Proverbs 10:9 | Ad# N972A150 | First Corinthians 15:33 TEAM DIXIE WMVMWMW. CHEVROLET . OLDSMOBILE 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Charlotte MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Dick Tobias 1-800-752-7700 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. *WOLEVER’S REALTOR* REALTOR*REAL ESTATE RES. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517)726.0637 (517)7264637 BROKER 109 North Main, Nashville Call Toll-Free 517-543-0200 ELSIE E. WOLEVER Insurance Agency . 852-2005 For a Fair Deal on a New or Used Car or Truck I.OCAI .CI ILRCI I SCHEDU ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 1 a.m. Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ........... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 P.M. Worship......... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening Worship ............................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..........11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (’A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School ..............10 a.m. A.M. Service............... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service...................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship ............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... -.11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass.................. 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service...................... 11 a.m. P.M: Service......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service........................ 7 p.m. Sunday Scho 10 a.m. Worship......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Worship Service..................... 9:45 Sunday School...................... 11:15 Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. mEvening Worship .6:00 p.m. m.; Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.)9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service ............. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 3 HOT LUNCH , Sherwood's figures after the meeting, saying that they were inaccurate. Sherwood also said she would advise against contract­ ing outside services, saying that it would not be a wise way to spend district money. "Ifyou take your capital and spend it for contracted service, you don't get anything tangi­ ble for your money," she said. “You had $40,000 in there (the food service account) and you decided to spend it on other things. That's OK, but don't blame employees, it is a bookkeeping matter!" And the cooks' contract? continued from front page (< Our food service budget is bleeding badly. If it continues in this direction, we will have to use General Fund money to fund the program. Maple Valley PTO planning fundraisers and carnival Many activities for Maple Valley children on the calendar for the Parent-Teacher Organization this spring PTO members say they still need help from the community, and people are urged to be present at their next meet­ ing. — Supt. Alan McLean PTO members and guests will meet at the Fuller Library at 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 24, According to Maplewood cook this year. to finalize plans for this year’s "We have a contract," she spring carnival and annual Kelly Vorce, the Board of Ed­ ucation is going to be hard said. "It doesn't allow for spring book sale, both of pressed to make any changes someone else to come in and which will take place in order products or-take over any March. of our responsibilities.” PTO President Cathy Vorce also said that she and Spears said a fund-raiser is other head cooks in the district now under way to help pay for were qualified to make the these activities, but it will right decisions and had been take everyone’s cooperation very successful in running the and help to make it success­ hot lunch program. ful. All elementary children "That’s what we are trained will be bringing home “A cauliflower, mixed fruit, Fuller Street School to do," she said. "We are pro­ Bee-autiful Spring" folder this bread stix, salad bar. Lunch Menu NOTE — Choice of lowfat fessionals and work hard to week, full of candy and gift white milk served with each get the best product for the items. Wednesday, Feb. 19 Ravioli, green beans, meal. Salad, pizza and district's money and provide a "If everyone would help out chicken nuggets served daily menu that is appealing to with this by tapping their re­ pineapple, jelly sandwich. at the high school as an entree. Maple Valley youngsters." Thursday, Feb. 20 sources we would be grateful," Pizza, com, fresh fruit. Fuller Street cook Gloria said Spears. "This fund raiser Friday, Feb. 21 Maplewood Lunch Menu Hummel said, "We are con­ will help to pay for the carni­ Barbeque/bun, peas, peach, cerned that you are trying to val and book sale, and we Wednesday, Feb. 19 cookie. hire Charlotte to take over want both to be successful." Monday, Feb. 24 Scrambled egg omelet part of our program," she said. Spears went on to say that Hamburger/gravy, mashed w/ham and cheese, french Vorce also said that she the carnival planned for March potatoes, pineapple, peanut toast, maple syrup, muffin would volunteer to look into 21 at the junior-senior high butter sandwich. w/margarine, fruit pie. possible changes rather than school should be a lot of fun. Thursday, Feb. 20 Tuesday, Feb. 25 Fishwich/bun, cheese slice, Homemade Salisbury steak, have someone come in from Activities are planned for all ages. whipped potatoes w/gravy, outside. com, fruit jello. "I am fresh out of school "We are still looking for Note: Breakfast sold daily. homemade dinner, rolls Cold breakfast — 75 cents — w/margarine, chilled and feel that I could provide volunteers to help with the some good suggestions," she carnival, too," she said. "If cereal, muffin or donut, juice, pineapple. milk. Menu subject to change, Friday, Feb. 21 said. "It takes a lot of years of there is anything that you can choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate Toni’s sausage pizza, training to do this job." do, either the night of the cargolden com, fruit cocktail, or white milk or whole milk. "I believe that it would be a trail mix. wonderful idea to go to Char­ Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. Monday, Feb. 24 lotte for expertise," said KroHigh School Lunch Menu Grilled chicken on bun lik. "But I detect animosity," w/lettuce and mayo, potato "We don't have any animos­ Wednesday, Feb. 19 logs, blueberry crisp. ity with Katie DeLuca," Spaghetti, garden salad, Tuesday, Feb. 25 pears, roll/margarine. Hot dog w/bun, mustard replied one cook, "The ani­ Thursday, Feb. 20 and ketchup, homemade col­ mosity comes from our sug­ Hamburger gravy, whipped eslaw, potato cips, chilled gestions to raise prices last spring and your refusal to do potatoes, carrots, peaches, fruit juice or salad bar. garlic toast, salad bar. KNote: Breakfast includes: so." chicken nuggets. Sherwood added, "Ifyou are milk, fruit or juice, Friday, Feb. 21 bread/cereal product. Choice looking for someone to make Tacos, lettuce/cheese, Tex of main entree daily, seconds recommendations, it would be Mex rice, apple crisp, bread, on vegetable daily, choice of all right. But not for ordering margarine. milk. Honey will be served or making up menus. These Monday, Feb. 24 with rolls to lower fat content, cooks have a contract." Burrito/sauce, com, rice, low fat dressings will be After a night of heated dis­ bread, margarine. offered. cussion, board members voted Tuesday, Feb. 25 only to raise prices. Negotia­ Pizza, casserole, broccoli, tions will continue with cooks regarding any contract­ ing with DeLuca. Though it is rumored that the price tag for DeLuca's ad­ vice is in the tune of $1,000 per month, she would not ver­ The place to go for Professional Styling ify that information, and only for the Whole Family said that she does indeed con­ tract with other districts, de­ Corner of M-66 and Thomapple Lake Road pending on their needs. Owner — Diana Kuempel 852-9481 She said she plans to meet with Maple Valley cooks Feb. 20 to discuss options and an­ swer their questions. More discussion will take place at the March Board of Education meeting. School Lunch Menu Diana's Place Mapes Florist • Fresh Cut Flowers • Silk Dried Flowers • Holidays • Birthdays • Funerals • Plush Animals • Balloons • Plants/Planters • Cards — DELIVERY AVAILABLE — 207 N. Main St, Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm Pets 3 YR. 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Spears also said the group is still collecting Campbell's soup labels and urges the public to bring those into school or to a local drop-off point as soon as possible. Maple Valley senior admitted toTri-State Kevin Conkey, a student at Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School has been admitted to Tri-State University, Angola, Ind., majoring in civil engineering for the 1997-98 school year, and has been awarded a dean’s scholarship. Tri-State University, found­ ed in 1884, is recognized as a leader in career oriented education, and offers pro­ grams in the schools of engineering, business, and the arts and sciences. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 4 Alternative education exceeds expectations Meet Mike Jensen, the newest addition to Maple Valley's Alternative Education Program. He, like Tate Mix has a unique way of dealing with teens. Murals like this now appear on the walls in the Alternative Ed building at Maple Valley. Thanks to the creativity and hard work of students like Jerrod Cousins, Tom Stube, Jeremy Mix, Amanda Farmer, Matt Rose and David Renolds a once drab classroom is now bright and cheerful. by Cindy Smith Staff Writer With just one semester un­ der their belts, those involved with alternative education at Maple Valley schools are re­ porting that enrollment and success of the program far ex­ ceeds original expectations. Tate Mix portrayed a posi­ tive picture to the Maple Val­ ley Board of Education last week, outlining success of the first semester and expansion in the works, including the addition of another teacher. "We started the school year with 45 students," he said, "almost double what we shot for." Mix went on to say that of the 45 students enrolled there was a 75 percent success rate at the semester end. "The national average is only 50%" he said. And there is more good news. 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Call Eves. 726-0223 ......... 726-1234 ment for second semester in­ Kellogg. Since that time I have had no negative com­ cludes 60 students, "We had to cap the program ments, only positive ones!" Hartenburg added that stu­ at 60 students, " he said. "That's all we have room for." dents from alternative ed have The alternative education done some nice things for program is designed for at-risk fourth-graders at Kellogg, in­ teens, those who do not fair cluding providing a haunted well in a traditional high house for a Halloween celebra­ school settings. Graduation tion, which was constructed in requirements do not differ the Kellogg school basement. from mainstreamed students, Now a new addition to the but teaching concepts in this alternative ed program is pro­ program do. viding teens a greater variety Mix"s reputation for dealing of classes and another role successfully with teens, com­ model. Mike Jensen came on board bined with Community Edu­ cation Director Linda Miller's two weeks ago as a new ability to turn troubled young adults around has become so 11 There have well known that some have been 171 moved into the district to take fewer part in the program. Many expulsions teens already living in the from Maple Maple Valley district who did Valley since not do well at the senior high the school have been enrolled in alternative yy ed program. the program, with few disci­ plinary problems. — Tate Mix It has had a positive affect on the high school as well, Mix said. teacher. He, like Mix has a "There have been 171 fewer history of successfully workexpulsions from Maple Valley ing with young adults who since the alternative ed pro­ need less structured classroom gram," reported Mix. "Alter­ instruction to feel comfortable native teaching means alterna­ and achieve success. tive methods." "This program is the very He added that the positives best chance for some students of the program far outweigh to finish high school," said any negatives, a remark that Jensen, "We allow them to was followed by praise for the develop some friendships with program from Kellogg Princi­ adult figures that to an extent pal Burr Hartenburg, who is have authority on a daily badirectly across the street. sis, to develop respect without "I had a few questions from pressure." parents when the year began," Jensen, from the Wayland said Hartenburg. "They were area, has been teaching since anxious about the alternative 1993 with much of his expe­ ed program being so close to rience in programs like the one at Maple Valley. Some of that experience in­ cludes a position at Discov­ ery School in Grand Rapids and the North Kent Alterna­ tive Education Program. His arrival at Maple Valley as a part-time teacher has added a chance for more vari­ ety for students. He is teach­ ing world geography, U.S. history and civics, along with lending a hand with computer training. "I wanted someone with ex­ perience with at-risk students, and computer experience would be a plus," Mix said. "This man has both. He owns his own computer business." Jensen is not the only addi­ tion to the program. Many computers have been donated, and extra classroom space has been added. When the school opened in September, a portion of the building, an old church on Washington Street, was rented as an apartment. Since then tenants have moved out, and the school has been able to secure a rental agreement for a third classroom. Other changes also have taken place in the building, changes that the students can be credited for. They have managed to turn a once drab interior into a brighter and cheerier atmosphere with paint and brushes. They’re decorat­ ing in much like the project at other buildings in the district, with bright murals depicting cartoon characters. 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(VL-52) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF THREE ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 acres................... $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres................... $9,500. (E) 11.35 acres............. $19,300. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) 4 Tonya May, Teresa Gordon and Kelly Rodeman are a few of the students at Maple Valley Alternative Ed that helped to make their classroom a little brighter. The students have helped to make many improvements to their building since classes began last fall. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997__Page 5 Brumm ■ Harp exchange wedding vows Karla Brumm and Donald Harp were united in marriage on Oct. 19, 1996, at 3 p.m., at Kilpatrick United Brethren Church in Woodland. Rev. Ken Vaught officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Roger Brumm of Nashville, and David and Sharon Sixberry of Hastings. The groom’s parents are Richard and Betty Harp of Charlotte. Presented in marriage by her father the bride wore a floor-length gown of white satin and beads with a train. She wore a fingertip veil with blusher. Attending the bride was her sister, Kris Slagel, matron of honor. Teresa Decker, sister of the groom, and Roberta S| s w S. Harp, sister-in-law of the groom were bridesmaids. They were attired in gowns of purple satin. Attending the groom was the brother-in-law of the bride, Charlie Slagel, bestman. Scott Decker, brother-in-law of the groom, and Tom Harp, brother of the groom were groomsmen. The groom wore a black tuxedo with a black and white bow tie and vest, while the others wore black tuxedos with pur­ ple and teal bowl ties and vests. Ushers were Kent Brumm, brother ofthe bride, and Ray­ mond Decker, nephew of the groom. Amber Slagel, niece of the bride was the flowergirl. Trenton Courtney Mabel Brumm to celebrate her 100th Mabel A. Brumm will celebrate her 100th birthday on Feb. 19. The family is holding a card showerin her honor. The cards may be sent to 510 N. Main St., Nashville, MI 49073 where she resides. hCXrteJ Engagements Support United way Reaching those who need help. Touching us all. ‘Oy Mte Moore - Uhl to wed £'*s '* 2*Sn( '•hi । L Pl’X *’,th6ht' ’“'k^ 0 tea H .‘ II Mupsik tehiiMi tek hahw ■J HIMink MtenlKil tetei fcddtatattt te*te- nuri» ■ W ifciuHE I iam (fctaist:1 sne fajtaikia ttaiikteii kw jtrfitiW IBS jEBiBKl®" t'te m . 133 ginki^1 tejte iahte*^ :utat awte® toted “ fte# nises^ sapitte Sherry Moore and Daniel Uhl will be wed on February 21, 1997 at 3:30 p.m. by the Justice of the Peace at the Hastings Courthouse. The mother of the bride is Donna Bentley of Hastings. The groom’s parents are Ellen and Harold Uhl of Arizona. The reception will be held at the VFW Hall in Nashville at 6:30 p.m. The people assisting at the reception will be Kelly Moore, Denise Uhl, Marcee Reed, Joellen Raffler, Mike Raffler, Becky Howard, Sherri Uhl, Breanne Haley and Jackie Carol. Standing up for the bride and groom will be Bobby Hubley and Marcee Reed. was the ringbearer. Master and mistress of ceremony were Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lord, uncle and aunt of the bride. The guestbook was attended by Kathy Ball, sister of the groom. Connie Growendyk was the organist and Ellen Grafius of Lansing was the harpist. Following the ceremony a reception was held in the fellowship hall of the church, with a catered dinner. After a honeymoon to Disney World in Florida, the couple now resides in Vermontville. RAPID REFUND? Find out if you qualify at H&R BLOCK Jill VanDerHoef You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 Wood - Collier to wed Doug and Christine Wood of Charlotte are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter Lisa to Michael Collier. He is the son of Ruth Ann and Dale Collier, both of Sunfield. Lisa is a 1994 graduate of Maple Valley High School, 1996 graduate of Davenport Business College in Kalamazoo, and currently works as an administrative assistant at Michigan Society of Association Executives in E. Lansing. Michael is a 1992 graduate of Maple Valley High, atten­ ding Hartwood University at Lansing Community College, majoring in business and duce management. A May 31, 1997 wedding is marketing, and is currently working at Horrocks in pro- being planned. Heard about ( Orfor Free Latex Wall Poi^ 5, sEmnSrARnaint on Supreme Odor Free Latex Paints SERVISTAR. carries a complete line of Odor Free paints, so you won’t have to stop living in the rooms you’ve been painting. 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Smith Staff Writer Alan Hamlin has just opened his doors at V-Junction, a fork in the road leading into Vermontville that is now busy with a new convenier.ce market and gasoline. Hamlin's Quick Stop, for­ merly the V-Junction Party Story, opened Jan. 30 after a full month of renovations and the shelves are now stocked with many new items. Pumps are finally installed and gas went on sale Friday, Feb. 7. "It's one stop shopping," described Hamlin, who has tailored this station after those which he opened previously in Woodland and Lake Odessa. Those coming through the front door will see many con­ venience items, but also milk Christine Turner is very busy these days at Hamlins. With the addition of gasoline and a wide assortment of convenience items, the store is a busy place. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 VICTORIAN HOME with original wood­ work and floor plan. Brick exterior in excellent condition. 27 acre orchard/vineyard can be added. Eaton County, 30 minutes to Lansing. Make an offer. Call Dixie. QUIET COUNTRY SETTING - Bellevue schools. Needs T.L.C. Call Rhea. 10 ACRE PARCEL IN THE COUNTRY with a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. This home is only 3 years old. Priced to sell at $79,900. Call Joan, 517-726-0721 or 517-852-0863. IONIA RD. • MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS - 2 plus bedroom home, newer roof, newer furnace, water heater, newer carpeting, washer, dryer & stove remain. Outbuild­ ings. $65,000. Call Joan 517-852-0863. SAUBEE RD. - LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, full finished basement. Large 2-car pole barn with workshop. $113,000. Call Joan 852-0863. OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT - Mulliken. $62,000. OWNER ANXIOUS - Make an offer. 2 bedroom ranch in Nashville. Call Rhea. ALL J HIS PICTURE IS MISSING IS YOUR BUSINESS OR HOME - Village of Nash­ ville. Call Dixie. Price reduced. ATTENTION BUILDERS • 19 acres,, residential. Vermontville. $62,000. Call Dixie. NOW IS THE TIME TO CONSIDER LAKE PROPERTY ■ Here is a lovely investment lot for a home or mobile, for only $12,000. Call Joan. LOTS FOR SALE IN NASHVILLE - Call Rhea. HASTINGS BUSINESS NEAR THE COM­ MUNITY COLLEGE - Great potential. Liq­ uor license included. Call Dixie. TOO NEW FOR PICTURE - Gentleman farm, 30 acre. Remodeled farmhouse, 2 pole barns, 20 min. to Charlotte, Battle Creek & Marshall. Home Warranty. $160,000. Call Dixie. 80 ACRE HUNTING LODGE for you and your buddies. 9 bedrooms. Over 4,800 s/f in pole bldgs. $160,000. Call Dixie. OFFICE SPACE in Charlotte’s Industrial Park. Call Dixie. DEVELOPMENTAL LAND - 75 acres. Resi­ dential. Mt. Pleasant. Call Dixie. GREAT INVESTMENT - GOOD RETURN 90% leased. Industrial office/warehouse. Phase I & II done, is clean. Call Dixie. INDUSTRIAL LOT FOR SALE - Charlotte Dean’s Ind. Park. Call Dixie. WINE MAKERS ■ Grape acreage currently at 2.5 acre, can be expanded to 27 acres. Buildings ideally suited for a winery and tasting room. Close to large cities for a steady customer base. Also close to MSU wine research and teaching facility. Acreage can be subdivided into four perked parcels. Call Dixie. Gas went on sale just one week ago at Hamlins. By offering fuel at competitive prices, Alan Hamlin hopes that this Vermontville based convenience market jvill do as well as his stores in Lake Odessa and Woodland. and eggs, fountain pop, hot chocolate and fresh doughnuts. Fountain pop is something that Hamlin hopes will be a big attraction, offering both Coke and Pepsi, and cookies, doughnuts and muffins available to early morning travel­ ers. "The coffee is always on," he said. And there is even more treats on the way. The cooler is-already installed and as soon as warm weather arrives so will the Hudsonville hand­ dipped ice cream. Why Vermontville? Hamlin said that several years ago he became interested in owning and operating small gas sta­ tion and convenience markets after learning from some friends who had made similiar business ventures, that it could be an enjoyable way to make a living. When he made the decision to purchase the Lake Odessa station and then the Woodland station, said he was very pleased with the results, espe­ cially those associated with gas sales. "I'm selling more gas than was projected at both facili­ ties," he said. Vermontville seemed like a •great location to expand and this site has been in the back ofhis mind now for six years. "John Joseph used to own this place and I came in shortly after he made it a con­ venience store," said Al. "We have discussed it on and off for the last six years." Once the decision was made to purchase the market, more work was to be done, Hamlin approached Vermontville Vil­ lage officials and Eaton County officials with his plans and asked for their ap­ proval. "They have been very coop­ erative," he said. "They helped us every way they could." Hamlin said that the lack of adequate parking has been a concern, and that soon there will be much more parking available at the station. Mounds of dirt that customers now see on the east side ofthe building will soon be removed and parking spaces will be added. Hamlin said that he is hoping that regular advertised specials and longer hours will also benefit his Vermontville area customers. And if cash is a problem it need not be. many major credit cards are also accepted at the new mar­ ket. Here is a quick reference of hours for new customers; Monday-Thursday, 5 a.m. un­ til 11 p.m.; Friday 5 a.m. un­ til midnight, Saturday 6 a.m. until midnight; Sunday 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. Yes there is fountain pop at the Junction! Hamlin's offers both Cold Coke and Cold Pepsi in a variety of sizes. Glenna Thorn of Vermontville stops in quite regularly. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE, Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Mich. 517-852-2377 Hairstyles REDKEN ...for Men, Women & Children Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm McCall, Simplicity, Kwik Sew Patterns 33% OFF New Shipment of Quilt Books and Calicoes PSORIASIS? i Finally, a spray that works. I Relief in 8 out of 10 cases. I ! Stops your itching. I Restores to normal your J flaking, red skin and ■ scalp. See and feel l results in as few as 7 j days or 100% ofyour l money back. BRING THIS COUPON FOR I 15% OFF I YOUR. PURCHASE [_New Fabrics Arriving QUESTIONS? E3-pi-«7S SK*US? This spray is wonderfur CALL TOLL FREE ! 1-888-PSO-RIAS (776-7427) ext. 616 Sewing Machine Repair by Mr. J. 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station PEN^Monday-Bujrsday 8 am-5:30; Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am 5:30 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 7 Minutes of Maple Valley School Board HELPFUL HINTS ON LOSING WEIGHT 7b Start Taking It Off, Stop Putting It Off by Kathleen Sullivan (NAPS)—All of us pro­ crastinate. But, it’s a habit that keeps us from getting what we want, prevents us from achiev­ ing our goals. Basically, procrastination is about “I don’t have to do it today.” But if you make changes from the bottom up that completely re­ verse this way of think­ ing, you can achieve any­ thing you want. This is particularly true when embarking on a weight loss program. I joined Weight Watchers at the height of the holi­ day season—right before Thanksgiving. And you can, too—without miss­ ing out on the turkey, the cranberries, and even the pumpkin pie. But, if you want to start taking it off, stop putting it off! Here are some of my tips: 1. Develop a “half­ full” mentality.. Many of us have a tendency to see what’s missing in a given situation—to see the glass “half-empty” as opposed to “half-full.” This is a particularly negative habit when attempting to make a change in your life. If your glass is “half­ full,” your natural tenden­ cy will be to try and fill it up the rest of the way— after all, you reason, you’re almost there. But if you only look at the obsta­ cles, you’ll be far less like­ ly to tdke that first step towards making a change. far better chance ofreach­ ing those goals. 4. Remove unneces­ sary temptations. When I 3. Set reasonable goals. joined Weight Watchers, the first thing I did was clean out the “culprits” from my cupboards. Instead, I replaced those “procrastina­ tion boosters” with “procras­ tination busters”—delicious treats—fruits and vegetables—which were low in fat and high in fiber. As a result, I avoided the daily battle to keep on track that keeps many people from achieving their goals. I still have occa­ sional indulgences, but now I enjoy them as part of a healthy eating plan. Many of us set sky-high goals that are nearly impos­ sible to reach—and then we get discouraged when we fall short. I’ve learned to set rea­ sonable goals that can be accomplished that day or— at most—during that week. Don’t even think of setting goals that are more than a week away—it’s easy to become distracted. By keep­ ing your sights on what you want to achieve during the next 24 hours, you’ll have a Remember, whether it’s Spring, Summer, Fall or Winter—anyone can beat the urge to procrastinate. All it takes is the desire to achieve a goal—such as weight loss—and a few basic steps. But why wait? Do it today! If your goal is to achieve a healthier weight, call Weight Watchers at 1 (800) 651-6000 and you’ll get the information you need to get .started. Kathleen Sullivan: A Weight Watchers suc­ cess story—all year ’round. Kathleen Sullivan's Seasonal Success Tips ! Kathleen Sullivan is truly a “woman for all [ seasons” when it comes, to maintaining a healthy । weight—and you can be, too. Here are some of her J seasonal “procrastination busters”: Fall, six pounds ahead! Winter This is the most sedentary season. Get up and get active! Ifyou’ve lost or mainttained weight during the holiday season, keep the momentum going. Spring Most people are just beginning to think about losing weight for the summer, but iif y you jjoined a weight g loss pg program in the fall or winter, you’re ahead of the game! Take advantage of the energizing springtime weather to increase your activity level and enjoy nature’s bounty offoods that are naturally low in fat and high in fiber. 2. Alter your daily rou­ tine. To really succeed, change the “patterns” in your life. For example, ifyou’re used to getting up at 8:00 a.m., get up at 7:30 a.m. instead. Or, ifyou always turn on the television after dinner, go out for an evening walk. By altering your daily routine, you’ll be able to make significant changes in other areas—because the focus won’t be entirely on that one goal. When I began the Weight Watchers Program, I didn’t simply change my menu—I set new priorities which improved my lifestyle. Now, in addition to losing weight, I’m more active and more in control ofmy life. Studies have shown that the average person gains about six pounds during the holidays. Get a jump on the holiday rush—start your weight loss program before the holiday season begins and— even if you don’t lose weight—you’ll be I' Summer Memorial Day, family picnics, and the Fourth of July can prove tempting to some, but, by now, you’ve learned that you can enjoy all the food you want at these summertime gatherings and still achieve or maintain jd healthy weight. Use this new knowledge to avoid season season-­ al temptations, and you’ll succeed in ybur weight loss goals year ’round! Jobs Wanted Community Notices DAYCARE AVAILABLE 1ST & 2ND SHIFTS in my Nashville area home. Nutritious meals & snacks provided. I’m an at home mother of two school aged children, very loving atmo­ sphere, very reasonable rates, call 517-852-9320 anytime. ATTENTION: MV CLASS OF 1972. Reunion planning meeting Saturday, February 22, at 10 a.m. at Bev Rost’s, 307 Fuller St. Questions call Bev at 517-852-0826 or'Vickie Reid at 517-852-1544. Miscellaneous COMING SOON Annual R.V. and camping show at Kala­ mazoo County Fair Grounds, Feb. 28, Mar. 1 & 2. Presented by Battle Creek/Kalamazoo R.V. Dealers Association. HUGE SAVINGS on Selected Models of Arch Type Steel Buildings. 25x42, 30x40. Great for Backyard Shop, 2 Car Garages. Easy Financing Avail­ able. Call immediately 1-800-222-6335. Recreation For Sale SOFA SLEEPER, dark green $35.00; wingbacked chair $20. 616-664-4983 VCR REPAIR Regular Meeting High School Library Monday, Jan. 13, 1997 7:00 p.m. Present: A. Avery: M. Callton; T. Christensen; T. James; J. Sessions. Absent: J. Krolik (entered 7:05 p.m.); A. Montgomery (entered 8:09 p.m.). 1. The meeting was called to ordre by Vice President Callton at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Administrators Black, Gonser, Hartenburg, Hynes, McLean, Miller, and Potter: P. Kihn and P. Powers. 2. A motion was made by Christensen and supported by Avery to approve the minutes of the January 13, 1997 meeting as presented. Motion carried 5-0. (Krolik entered the meeting at 7:05 p.m.) 3. A motion was made by Ses­ sions and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $76,076.98 from the general fund. Motion carried 6-0. 4. A motion was made by Christensen and supported by Callton to pay the bills in the amount of $16,719.85 from the enhancement fund. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 5. A motion was made by Callton and supported by James to release check #509, dated 12/9/96 in the amount of $14,254.00 from the energy bond fund. Motion carried 6-0. 6. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Ses­ sions to transfer $224,116.91 for the 1/17/97 payroll and $227,433.39 for the 1/31/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 7. Communications received include notice by M. Martin of in­ tent to return to teaching at the jr/sr high school after a leave of absence, a thank you from basketball team members Mike and Andy Heyboer for allowing the team to play at the Palace, an unsigned letter regarding the food service program and an­ nouncement of a baseball boosters benefit golf outing to be held 6/14/97. Avery relayed a parent concern regarding science texts. 8. Reports: D. Vanderhoef re­ quested recognition of an equestrian dub-referred to the athletic committee. T. Mix reported on the alternative ed program. B. Hartenburg reported on disposition of trophies and the trophy case at Kellogg Elementary. It was the consensus of the board to donate the trophy case to Charlton Park. N. Potter presented the revised internet Acceptable Use Procedure. Supt. McLean gave an update on the bond issue and remaining enhancement funds. (Montgomery entered the meeting at 8:09 p.m.) 9. After lengthy discussion regarding the food service budget, a motion was made by Callton and supported by Christensen to raise the price of student and adult meals by 25 cents effective March 1, 1997. Motion carried 6-1, Montgomery dissenting. An ad hoc committee (Callton, James, Montgomery, Kihn, Potter, K. Vorce) was formed to study consulting/contracting with Charlotte Pubic Schools to coordinate the food service program. (Christensen left the meeting at 9:07 p.m.) 10. A motion was made by James and supported by Avery to approve T. Gonser's recom­ mendation to hire D. Brumm, C. Lamke and S. Briggs to share the jr. high volleyball coaching posi­ tion. Motion carried 6-0. 11. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Ses­ sions to approve the second reading and adopt the 7th grade HIV/AIDS curriculum as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 12. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to approve the first reading of the K-12 science curriculum as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 13. Schedule special meeting. A special meeting was schedul­ ed for Thursday, February 20, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the ad­ ministration office for the pur­ pose of approving the applica­ tion for preliminary bond qualification. 14. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to accept the resignation of Denice Scramlin, assistant cook at the jr/sr high school effective February 17, 1997. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 15. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Mon­ tgomery to accept the resigna­ tion of Kay Flower from her posi­ tions as bus driver and cashier in the jr/sr high school cafeteria effective February 28, 1997. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 16. Annual election resolu­ tion: A motion was made by Montgomery and supported by Avery to adopt the resolution calling the Annual School Elec­ tion for June 9,1997. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 17. A motion was made by Montgomery and supported by Sessions to approve the 1996/97 budget amendment showing revenues of $8,715,558, expenditures of $8,897,054 and projected 7% + fund equity on 6/30/97. Motion carried 6-0. 18. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Callton to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting ad­ journed at 9:40 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUB­ JECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. (100) For Rent DELTON/IIASTINGS AREA best location, park like setting, cozy, warm home and garage, beautiful all new interior and carpeting, large, comfy bedroom, for 1 or 2 adults, no children, no smoking or pets, $450 plus utilities. 616-664-4983. Child Care BRENDA’S COUNTRY DAYCARE has 3 full time openings. DF080074413. Call 517-852-1626. All Gallons H.W.I. Paint Example... Interior Semi-Gloss Deluxe Reg.*l8” NOW $I424 Through Feb. 28th Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main St., Vermontville • 517-726-1121 • Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am - 6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am - 5 pm —ATTENTION— Customers, please let us know if you would like a computer read-out of your prescription expenses for your 1996 taxes. Dry Cleaning Tuesday and Thursday Copies IO* each • Photo Service 852-2290 SWfSffiW THE MOVIE STATION 219 Main Street, Nashville • 852-0845 FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street —Nashville HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 8 The Revue’s production of The Music Man’ is sellout! Meet the River City Quartet, A great addition to last week's production of "The Music Man." by Cindy J Smith ATTENTION: NASHVILLE RESIDENTS StaffWriter The Revue's latest production,, of "The Music Man" last weekend, at the Vermontville Opera House was determined Nashville Maple Syrup Association to be a great success, with of four performances be­ will be tapping trees in the near two ing a sellout. Who would imagine that the future. village of Vermontville Please put white string around those little could turn out such talent? trees you do not want tapped. When Bill Reynolds first began to put his idea of com­ munity theater into action, only a few came forward to participate in "The Revue." Following a first performance however, the idea began to grow on people and now with a cast of more than 30, a- full Professor Harold Hill came to River City with a scheme to turn a fast buck. He slate of shows has been almost went to jail once caught but managed to make some major changes in River planned for this year. City in the mean time. "We had a great weekend," reported Bill Reynolds follow­ buck. Though his scheme A pit orchestra set the mood many solos and a performance ing Sunday's performance. backfired and he was arrested, for the trip to River City,, of the River City Quartet. "Performances on Friday and this young man managed to Iowa, and provided notes for Continued next page _ Sunday sold out. Better than turn enemies into friends, and Sealed bids will be accepted by the 900 people came through the convince all of the townspeoMichigan Department of Natural Resour­ doors to the Opera House last ple that they had something to weekend!" contribute, all through orga­ ces at the Barry State Game Area field "The Music Man" brought nizing a boys' band. office until 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 6, out young and old alike and His plan also restored a 1997 for removal of various buildings on offered them a mixture of mu- young boy's confidence, and State Game Area lands in Barry County. 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales sic, comedy and even a little taught many, including the and Service on: romance. town librarian who hated men, Bid packages may be obtained by The musical began with a a few lessons about love. MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment calling 795-3280, or in person at the ride on the train among the Many cast members can be White Planters • Ford Tractors company of "traveling sales­ credited for the show's suc­ Barry State Game Area Field Office and • New Holland Equipment men" into a one horse town, cess, but many others in the Plainwell District Office. Call now and set up an appointment for where a scoundrel decided on a community have donated scheme that would turn a fast time, money, supplies, and a check on your equipment so you’re equipment. ready for Spring. "Ryan Rosin said, "We ap­ preciate all of you and what you have done to make this a 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville success.” Cast members for this latest 517-852-1910 performance come from all over, and from many walks of life. There are high school students, such as Travis McIn­ tyre, Nick Blakely, Megann The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Patrick, Robb Rosin, Hayley Opera House, South Main Street, Vermontville, Ml 49096 on Todd, Trent Graham, Matt Tuesday, March 4, 1997, 7:00 P.M. to organize the Board and Knoll, Kimberly Knoll, Erin Mack and Teri Sessions. Then Review the Tax Roll of 1997. there are much younger talents like Adam Moody, Sara PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD: Holly, Nathan Blakely and Mon. - March 10-9 a.m. to noon -1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Laura Trumble. Tues. - March 11-1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. There also are many adults performing with "The Revue" both on stage and behind the Any property owners wishing to examine their assessment and to scenes, including Mary Lou show cause why the 1997 valuation should be changed are urged Bignail, Don and Lynn to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and mul­ Blakely, Rob Brummler, Stan and Marabeth Graham, Janel tiplier of 1.000 for all classes of real and personal property. Those Hansen, Pat Hansen, Becky people requiring handicap assistance, please call 726-1115 for Howard, Jennifer Jewett, Bill arrangements. Mason, Nancy Moore, Bill and Jenny Reynolds, Ryan William Crittenden, Assessor; Rosin, Jeremy Schneider, John C. Young, John W. Russell Laverty, Supervisor Young, Leah Sleeper, Deb 517-726-1115 McIntyre, Trina Fisher and Michelle Polcyn. MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES BARRY STATE GAME AREA BUILDING SALES ★ ★ ATTENTION★ ★ Farmers and Homeowners NOTICE VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW Maple Valley implement Inc. NOTICE Effective March 3,1997 Maple Valley Schools will be increasing the price of meals by 25c New meal prices will be: Student Breakfast - $1.00 Adult Breakfast - $1.50 Elementary Lunch - $1.50 Jr/Sr High School Lunch - $1.75 Adult Lunch - $2.25 Milk prices will remain at 30c Reduced breakfast and lunch prices will remain the same. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. February 18. 1997 _ Page 9 Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin,, sex, disability, age or religion: Feb. 19 — 4-H Advisory Council at 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. Feb. 22 — Barry County Farm Bureau “Farm Safety in a Kid’s World,” 10:15 a.m. to noon at the Barry County Expo Center. Feb. 24 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting 6:00 p.m. (promptly) at Hastings High School in the Ag Room. Feb. 24 — Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. at Hastings High School in the Ag Room. Feb. 25 — 4-H Companion Pet Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 25 — 4-H Dairy Developmental Committee, 8 p.m.. Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 27 — New 4-H Volunteer Selection Interviews, 7 p.m.. Courts and Law Building Conference Room, Hastings. March 1-9 — Ag and Natural Resources Week, Michigan State University. A lot of interesting characters were on stage last weekend. Meet Mrs. Paroo, her grandson Winthrop and Amaryllis. Wedding Announcements Some of the stars seen last week were oia ravontes, like Pat Hansen and Megann Patrick. Others were new faces and pretty darn good actors too, like Rob Brummler. Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. 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Lie. #23-1748’ From previous page — Those individuals included Michael Sudrovech, Zach Stevenson, Jayson Dibble, Leann Reinecke, Andrew Koeh, Linda Craig, Marian Owen, Sara Osterman, Dennis VanderHoef, Scott Hansen and Betsy Parish. A much smaller version of the Revue will be on stage during the Vermontville Syrup Festival, with a show titled "Who's On First." Larger productions are planned for early summer and auditions are just around the comer. "The Revue" is still seeking actors and actresses. "We have a great time, come and enjoy the fun,:" said Bill Reynolds. Those who want to be a part of community theater may contact Reynolds at 726­ 0804. Feel The Power of the New STIHL 017 now only s19995 • • • • Stihl carries a full line of outdoor power tools, including trimmers, edgers For Sale Automotive ’92 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT. 4 door, 4x4, 79,000 miles, excellent conditon, $12,000 OBO. Call 517-543-7758 or 517-852-1973. NEW 1996 BUICK REGAL GranSport. White, beauty, front wheel drive, V-6 auto, leather, moon-roof, am/frn cassett and cd. All options, plus keyless entry. Full warranty 3 years 36,000 miles. Sticker price $24,577. Price to sell at $21,750 616-664-4983. 14" bar & chain 30cc • 1.8ci Incredible power Lightweight; 8.3 lbs. STIHL & power leaf blowers.The #1 Selling Chain Saw Worldwide. Vern’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 SB (616) 367-4544 16TSA Winter Hours: Mon. & Tues. 9:00 - 5:00; Wednesday Closed; Thurs. & Fri. 9:00 - 5:00; Sat. 9:00 -12:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 10 Area well-represented with 14 matmen at regional action Pat Lowe pins the opposition in his winning performance Saturday at districts. He will join Egan this weekend at regionals. Fourteen area wrestlers qualified for State at Saturday's district at Delton High and six of those athletes were crowned weight class champions. The 14 wrestlers from Delton, Middleville and Maple Valley high schools will now compete at the Comstock High individual regional to be held this Saturday. Weight class winners included Kyle Brower, of Middleville, Joe Daniels, of Delton, Robert Isom, also of Delton, Pat Lowe, from Maple Valley, Ron Haynes, of Middleville, and Steve Lehman, also from Middleville. - Brower beat his Hamilton opponent 4-2 to grab the 103pound title. Brower was on top all the way and gave the Hawkeye very few chances to score. Daniels pinned a wrestler from Comstock Park in 45 seconds to remain undefeated at 130 with a sparkling 35-0 record. Isom, who had to beat teammate Nick Hannar to qualify for his chance at a championship, defeated a Coopersville foe 6-4 in the 140-pound class finale. Lowe prevailed 3-2 over Comstock Park to taste victory at 135. The matchup was intense, but Lowe rose to Maple Valley's Mike Egan qualified for individual regionals with tough wrestling work at Delton High last Saturday. the occasion by grabbing an early lead on the second-place finisher. Haynes, at 171, scored a controversial 5-4 decision over his opponent from Byron Center. Points were awarded to Haynes in the third quarter because of some pushing that lead to the wrestlers going out-of-bounds. Murphy running towards glory at U. of Memphis Kathryn Murphy is having one fine freshman year at college. The Maple Valley graduate is not only making the grade as a student at the University of Memphis, but she is also on an incredible record-setting pace. Murphy, who competes on the Memphis track team, has already set three records and remember Murphy is only a freshman. On Feb. 1, Murphy ran in the 800 at the University of Kentucky Rod McCravy Memorial and recorded her first school record with a time of 2:22.21. At the same meet, Murphy notched record No. 2 with a sparkling 5:18.80 in the mile run. Then, competing at the Feb. 8 McDonald's Saluki Invitational at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, the freshman phenom, helped her Tiger team to break the school mark in the distance medley relay. Murphy, along with Gwen Sanders, Rachel Weston and Melissa Greer, finish the course in 12:55.80. Murphy ran the anchor leg, a position usually not awarded to a freshman college runner. Murphy was an All-State athlete in both cross country and track while at Maple Valley High School. She holds numerous school records in both sports and was a State champion runner as a senior. The University of Memphis track team will return to Carbondale this weekend for additional competition and then will head to Houston on Feb. 21-22 for the Conference USA Championships. The Tigers are a charter member of Conference USA, the nation's newest all-sports league. Other members include the University of Alabama Birmingham, Cincinnati, DePaul, the University of Houston, Louisville, Marquette, the University of North Carolina Charlotte, St. Louis, South Florida, Southern Mississippi and Tulane. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! (/> WE CAN FINANCE TERMS d IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 _______________& Ask for Ken Today Kathryn Murphy has continued her winning ways as a top point totaler at the University of Memphis. And Steve Lehman was the sixth from the Barry County area to win a weight class title by pinning teammate Miso Glavin in 1:21 at 215. Glavin ended up in second place. Second places were obtained by Middleville's Evan Space (112), Middleville's Spencer Romph (145) and Glavin. Space lost to Hamilton 3-2, while Romph dropped a tough 5-3 decision to a wrestler from’ Belding. Mike Egan, of Maple Valley, Justin DeBoode, of Middleville and Luke Middleton, of Middleville, all earned third-place honors. Egan beat Wyoming Rogers 12-0 in his final match, DeBoode beat Hannar 12-10 and Middleton scored a 14-4 triumph over his Byron Center foe. Hannar and Phil Schallhom, both placed fourth to also qualify for regionals. Schallhorn was pinned by Byron Center in 2:49 in his last match. Lions’ mats men place second at regionals Maple Valley's wrestlers made it to the finals of last Wednesday's Division III districts at Comstock High, but then met up against a very determined Delton squad who used that fire to win the title by a 64-18 score. Three Lions won matches versus the Panthers: Mike Egan, at 112, Pat Lowe, at 135, and Jason Grasman, at 275. Egan pinned Sean Hall in 1:00, Lowe pinned Dana Earl in 4:20 and Grasman pinned Jack Baird in 3:27. To get to the finals, the Lions had to beat the host Comstock team. And that's just what they did by a 48-35 margin. Maple Valley winners in the consolation match were Egan, Robert Slocum (119), Bryan Faurot (130), Lowe, John Kenyon (140), Jeremy Swift (145), Andy Adams (215) and Grasman. Egan won with a 1:31 fall, Lowe pinned his Colt opponent in 3:42 and Adams also had a pin tha't took 1:26. Slocum, Faurot, Kenyon, Swift and Grasman all received forfeits. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. . OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of ... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORt. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18. 1997 — Page 11 Nashville area youth awaiting forensic exam in local burglary Brandon Eric Cross, 18, of Nashville awaits a forensic examination to see if he is mentally competent to stand trial on two counts of break­ ing and entering and one count of destruction of property, af­ ter he and four juveniles al­ legedly broke into the Fuller Street School and VFW Hall in Nashville. According to reports the charges stem from an incident Dec. 21, when windows were broken, computers tampered with and fire extinguishers sprayed all over the school. Damages there exceeded $2000. During a hearing last Wednesday in Hastings before Barry County District Judge Gary Holman, Cross' cash surety bond of $5,000 was continued, allowing for his re­ lease from the Barry County Jail once posted, but it is un­ likely that he will be out for long. He is to appear before Circuit Court Judge James Fisher on a charge of proba­ tion violation resulting from similar charges Feb. 20. "He is easily persuaded by Free pregnancy testing at HGB Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte, in con­ junction with the Barry-Eaton District Health Department, is offering free pregnancy tests. The tests are available in the Hospital’s Obstetrics Clinic every Monday and Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. Along with a free test, participants will also receive patient informa- Senior citizens’ potluck planned A red, white and blue senior citizen potluck dinner will be held at the Vermontville Methodist Church Wednes­ day, Feb. 19, at noon. Bring a dish to pass. Meat and drinks will be furnished. The program will be by Deena Wright. tion and appropriate referrals. Hayes Green Beach Hospital’s OB Clinic is located in the Professional Of­ fice Building Specialty Clinics Suite at 123 Lansing Street, Charlotte. The tests are available on a walk-in basis and results are available immediately. .Six family practice physi­ cians and an obstetrician/gynecologist rotate staff­ ing of the clinic. Dr. James Balger, Dr. Frederick Bean, Dr. Gerald Gass, Dr. Roman Kwapiszewski, Dr. Robert Leeser, Dr. Douglas Vanator and Dr. Sandra Russell are the clinic physicians. The OB Clinic is open Mon­ day and Thursday mornings. Appointments for the clinic may be scheduled by calling the hospital’s specialty clinics at (517) 543-9500. Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events set Wednesday, Feb. 19 Pork chop aujus, scalloped potato, mixed veggie, bread, others," commented his attor­ ney Michael McPhillips. "He margarine, pineapple. Thursday, Feb. 20 would not likely participate in Sloppy joes, O’Brien this kind of activity if left to potato, lima beans, bun, jello. his own devices." 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Call customer service at 1-800-273-5877 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 18, 1997 — Page 12 Bruins Explode in Kellogg Floor Hockey League opener trick, along with a pair of goals apiece from Mitch Magoon, Joey James and Dustin Powers. The Bruins' 14 points broke the old regular season record for points scored in a single game (13) set back in 1995. A total of five short­ hand goals by the Bruins is a record for a regular season game. The Bruins-Penguins com­ bined 17 points also tied a 1994 record, set by these same two teams. However, in the '94 meeting, it was the Penguins who came out by Art Frith The Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) started with a bang last week with the Bruins breaking a pair of records in their first win of the 1997 season. The Bruins faced off against the Penguins in Sat­ urday's final game. Three seconds into the first period, Nick Newton sent the puck flying past the Penguins' goalie for the Bruins' first point en route to a 14-3 win over the Penguins. Kyle Musser led the Bru­ ins' scoring attack with a hat on top 11 -6. In Saturday's other games: The Senators dropped a 6-3 decision to the Kings in their KFHL debut. Jeremy Dunn made the KFHL record books, scoring the Senators' first goal on an assist, by Jordan Bursley. The Red Wings began the season on a winning note as they flew past the Flyers 4-3, The Blackhawks and Bru­ ins started off the '97 season Friday evening with the Blackhawks taking a 4-1 win. Jeff Taylor led the Blackhawks' scoring with a Goalies were busy stopping a lot of scoring efforts as Kellogg Floor Hockey League play started earlier this month. pair of goals. Also on Friday: The Canadians squeaked past the North Stars 4-3; and a pair of goals by Kyle Halliwill help lead the Penguins to a 4-1 win over the Rangers. 4-H Animal Science workshop to be held The action was fast and furious in the opening rounds of the play in the Kellogg Floor Hockey League Feb. 7 and 8. Boneless Combo Beef & 1* Eckrich I The Animal Science Parent/Leader Training Workshop will take place Saturday, March 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Van Buren Vocational Technology Center in Lawrence, Mich. This workshop is intended to be fun, hands-on and motivational. Livestock project leaders, key leaders, fair livestock superintendents, fair board members, parents and Exten­ sion 4-H staff members from the 11-county Southwest region are invited to attend. Participants can build leader­ ship skills, develop a stronger county animal science pro- Franks I B FREE t Rooarst.t bUuYyoOnNeEE., FO1 B F1 & 1GET ONE * Excluding Beef & Cheese gram and build educational and subject matter skills. State 4-H staff and Michigan State University livestock specialists will present information on a variety of topics. Some of the sessions to be presented will include basic nutrition, selection and management of 4-H beef, sheep, swine and dairy pro­ jects, recognizing and motivating youth and adult volunteers, sportsmanship and ethics in 4-H animal projects, building more “science into your animal project, 4-H animal projects and fairs, and more. The cost ofthe workshop is Breaded 1 Pork Cutlets L J __ I1 $5 per person and includes a catered lunch. Information brochures with a registration form included are available at the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office in Charlotte. Registration forms and fees must be returned to the Cass County MSU Extension office in Cassopolis no later than Friday, Feb. 21. Checks should be made payable to MSU Extension. For more information, call Anne Pease, Eaton County 4-H program assistant at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594 (Lansing line). 1# Eckrich Reg. & Thick f Bologna FREE ‘iiDBIIU VYnNONEE, GET ONE' ; f 1 4 4 /aiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii BOLOGNA ,Z! y. y ■/ llliilllllillllllllll 5?' yy> Vi I 3 Pk- -I Hi-C boxmlu ®U* BUY ONE, H Drink GET ONE FREE 4 '66 VA pcorn w 1 < NATURAL?’ ppie Juice Apple Sauce BUY ONE, GET ONE BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE FREE Vit. D Milk Chocolate Milk 99* BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE 50 Oz., IGA 1/2 1/2 Gal., Gal., Bare Bareman’s Potatoes BUY ONE, GET ONE 64 Oz., IGA Gal., Bareman’s Betty Crocker Specialty pk. Pop Secret veg. Oil I § BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE ’ YDozen, IGA Large 2 liter ggs 7»Up UY ONE, Products ree i Crisco FREE GET ONE 99+*d <4 1/2 Gal., Cree-mee ice £IG£&A Cream ph 7260640 99* 16 Oz. Vermontville Grocery -and- $ Fresh Meat Market 4 Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 afh-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday • J � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-02-25.pdf 76510512616f818b9532ec7b549ace6d PDF Text Text H H T INGS 121 S 905 93 BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID HmUbcMAI 49058 Penn it No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastinas) Vol. 125-No. 8 — Tuesday, February 25, 1997 David Demond chosen new Castleton Township Trustee Many around Nashville and Woodland recognize David Demond because of his partic­ ipation in Farm Bureau, the local Michigan Milk Produc­ ers Association, and school activities. Now he has taken on a new responsibility, as a Castleton Township Trustee. Demond officially became part of the Castleton Town­ ship Board ofTrustees Feb. 5. He replaced Trustee Bill Wil­ son who left his position on the board after being appointed fire chief for the Castleton­ Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department. This is Demond's first offi­ cial "political venture" and he said that he has no "ax to grind," or "personal agenda," agricultural county and that he simply wants to do some­ type of growth is a benefit to thing to help in his commu­ our community." nity. He went on to say that Among his concerns are things obviously have to land use, and providing ade­ change and development will take place throughout Castle­ quate services to constituents. As a dairy farmer for more ton Township just as in other than 35 years, he also is con­ areas of the county. The ques­ cerned about preserving agri­ tion is how much and what culture and the lack of interest type of growth is right for the by others to do so. He hopes area His dedication to agriculture that his influence on the Castleton board will beneficial is what impressed Castleton to other farmers in the town­ Township Treasurer Loretta Pixley. ship. "He will be an excellent ad­ "I was appalled by the number of township and dition to the board," she said. county officials that didn't "His background in farming want Fillmore (Equipment) to and interest in preserving our build in Carlton Township," agricultural land will be an as­ he said. "We are primarily an set to Castleton Township." And then there is the bud­ get. "The state mandates many ofthe services provided by lo­ cal units of government," he said. "The problem is that many times they don't produce funding for those same ser­ vices or programs and town­ ships like ours are forced to cut corners." Demond said that he hoped that through working together as a group, and sharing ideas for funding services, that the township would be able to continue excellent service to residents. "Services like fire and am­ bulance are very important," he said. "Services like that take many hours of training M.V. FFA members to attend convention Members of the Maple Val­ Association and the National ley FFA chapter will be in FFA Foundation. Among 254 FFA members East' Lansing at the MSU campus next month as the who qualify for State FFA de­ Michigan Association of FFA grees’, are four students from celebrates 69 years at’ an an­ Maple Valley High, including Nick Thompson, Aaron Bran­ nual convention. During a three-day conven­ denburg, Rich Krebs-and Tim tion, which will take place on Harmon. Several adults also will be March 3, 4 arid 5 as part of Agricultural Natural Re­ honored for their service to sources Week (ANR Week), FFA. State President Teresa FFA members from across the Swamba of the Capac FFA state will gather to conduct chapter and other state officers business and to recognize fel­ will preside over the conven­ low members for outstanding tion sessions. During those sessions, two official dele­ achievements. There are several activities gates from each of the 120 planned for the state conven­ chapters across the state will tion this year, all centered represent the membership in around the theme, "FFA, Cre­ voting on key issues of busi­ ness. Loren Wright and B.J. ating a Reaction." According to State FFA Griffin will represent the Advisor Richard Karelse, in­ Maple Valley FFA chapter. centive awards will be pre­ Other highlights ofthe state sented to more than 600 out­ convention include many ex­ standing FFA members and hibits, the naming of the chapters' by the State FFA State Farmer and State Agri- Incentive awards will be presented to more than 600 outstanding FFA members and chapters by the State FFA Association and the National FFA Foundation. — Advisor Richard Karelse businessman and election of 1997-1998 officers. Those who have won hon­ ors in local, district and re­ gional competition will com­ pete in the state finals in nine different leadership contests vying for awards in commu­ nity development, agricultural proficiency, outstanding scholarship and chapter mem­ bership contests. Maple Valley members just finished with district competi- Th?se Maple Valley FFA members will receive special recognition at State Convention this year, (from left) Rich Krebs, Nick Thompson, Aaron Brandenburg, Advisor Janet Cornell and Tim Harmon. tion Feb. 6 at the Allegan County Technical Education Center and many came home with impressive awards. Nick Thompson, a "gold ribbon" winner, took first place in a Job Interview com­ petition. Hannah Wieland won a sec­ ond place gold in Prepared Public Speaking, and the Maple Valley Parliamentary Procedure team also brought home a second place gold rib­ bon. Team members included Chairman Brad Rapson, Secretary Loren Wright, B.J. Grif­ fin, Josh Curtis and Bret Leonard. Once declared District champs, those same students went on to regionals where the competition was much stiffer. There Nick Thompson received another gold ribbon and is now considered an al­ ternate for state competitions. Hannah Wieland received a silver ribbon, and the Maple Valley Parliamentary Proce­ dure Team, including new members Pat Chaffee arid Tom Powers, also came home with a silver ribbon. "These students did an ex­ cellent job," said agriscience education teacher Janet Cor­ nell, who also acts as advisor to the local FFA organization. "I am really proud of their ac­ complishments." David Demond has just been appointed as Trustee to the Castleton Township Board. and a lot of dedication by those on the department and a lot ofplanning and funding by the township to keep every­ thing up to date.” Demond can also add a little different perspective to the Castleton Board because ofhis location. He and his wife, Celia, live north of Nashville on Wellman Road. Living closer to Woodland than Nashville, he can provide representation for a different portion of the township. "That part of the township hasn't had any representation for quite some time," said Clerk Loma Wilson. "I think adding Dave to the board will be an asset." She added, "I have worked with him before with Farm Bureau projects and believe he will bring a lot of good com­ mon sense ideas to the board." Aside from accepting the position on the board, another change is coming his way — the sale ofhis dairy herd. "The cows are scheduled to sell next month," he said. "I will have more time on my hands." Demond still plans to con­ tinue driving school bus for Lakewood, however, saying that if he can handle a bus load of kids every day, town­ ship business shouldn't be a problem. He also added that he looks forward to working with those on the board; commending ev­ eryone for their dedication to the community. "Everyone on the Castleton board seems very dedicated," he said. "Like the Wilson family. We need this kind of people who make improving our community their pas­ sion." In This Issue • Patches and Posies to close Vermontville store • Brazilian student enjoys year-long stay in Nashville • ‘The Wizard of Oz’ set for Mar. 13-15 • Ex-Eaton County Treasurer is guilty of embezzlement �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 2 Obituaries America’s Drug Problem Is Not As Big As You Think. Anna K. Cornet HASTINGS Anna K. Cornett, age’ 83, of Hastings passed away Wednesday February 19, 1997 at the Mid Michigan Regional Medical Center in Midland. She was bom November 24, 1913 in Pittson, Pennsylvania the daughter of William and Rose (Zakowski) Kurtinitis. She was raised and attended schools in Pittson. She married Grady Cornett October 1,1942, he died April 17, 1978. She moved to Nashville in 1966 and then to Hastings after her husbands death. She was currently living with her neice, Mary Ann Garrison in Midland. Mrs. Cornett loved to travel, do puzzles, crochet and crafts. She was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church. Mrs. Cornett was preceded in death by her husband; six brother and one sister. She is survived by two step­ sons, Grady Cornett Jr. of North Carolina and Arley Cornett of Clark, New Jersey; one step-daughter, Virginia Wurth of Vestal, New York; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Kurt of Clinton Twp. and Ann Kurtinitis of Pennsylvania and many neices, nephews and cousins. Funeral services were held Saturday February 22,1997 at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Father Charles H. Fischer officiated. Burial took place at Hast­ ings Twp. Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Hast­ ings or Charity of ones choice. Wesley It can start as a dare. Or youthful curiosity. Or it may be a way to escape problems at home. Whatever the reasons, studies show that an alarming number of young children are trying drugs. Unfortunately too many parents still do not believe that their kids are at risk. The truth is, it’s never too early to start teaching your kids about the dangers of drugs. If you’re not sure how to talk to them, call 1-800-624-0100 and ask for a free booklet called Growing Up Drug-Free-A Parent’s Guide To Prevention. Call today, because if you don’t take care of little problems, they can easily grow into big ones. Partnership for a Drug-Free America® HASTINGS - Wesley C. Friend, age 81, of Hastings passed away Thursday Febru­ ary 20, 1997 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mr. Friend was bom on June 20, 1915 in Detroit the son of Wesley and Mary (Demmos) Friend. He was raised in the Dearborn area and attended Dearborn schools. He graduated from Dearborn High School. He was married to Dorothy Wecht on April 30, 1937 and she died in 1989. He later married Lorena (Rau) Fruin on May 19, 1990 and she survives. He lived in the Detroit, Dearborn and Berkley areass before moving to Dowling in the early 1950’s. He moved to the Coats Grove area in 1954 and lived at his last address since 1990. Mr. Friend was employed at Eaton Manufacturing Company in Battle Creek for 35 years before his retirement. Other employment included farming, construction work and Ford Motor Company. He was a member of the Nashville United Methodist Church, former 4-H leader, avid bowler, camper and fisherman. Mr. Friend was preceded in death by his first wife Dorothy; four great grandchildren and one sister, Ruth Gum. He is survived by his wife, Lorena; one daughter, Dorothy (Russell) Kelley of Freeport; one son, Wesley E. (Kaye) Friend ofWoodland; two stepsons, Paul Fruin of Hastings and Phillip Fruin of San Antonio, Texas; one step-daughter, Phillis Purchis of Floresville, Texas; seventeen grandchildren and twenty-six grandchildren. Funeral services took place Monday February 24, 1997 at Wren Funeral Home. Rev. James L. Hynes officiated. Burial took place at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church or Barry County Commission of Aging. Looking for Extra Cash? -Call945-9554 Sell anything FASTI CHIWH SCHEELE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .n a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship ......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 110 S. Main, Vermontville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............ 9:30 a.m Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time........ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class............................ 10:50 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vt ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 0 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service........................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service...................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Homan Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 3 Patches and Posies to close Vermontville store Feb. 28 She (Eileen Pittman) struggles like many small business off the beaten track, offering specialized services, but unable to attract customers because of competition in larger cities. the street over lunch, Pittman has always been right in the midst of what ever event was planned in Vermontville. Many remember her as presi­ dent of the Chamber of Commerce, while others asso­ ciate her name with large do­ nations for what ever charity was in need. Still others will remember all of her extra help at Syrup Festival time, and her ability to take fabric and with some imagination, turn it into a background for one of "The Revue's" plays at the Opera House. One might wonder just what she will do when she closes up the shop. "The better question is what won't I do," she joked. love best, and even more so "Pittmans Plateau Farms" now with my work for 'Re­ where she and husband Ben vue' productions. That is a lot live on Gresham Highway of fun." will soon be the home of her Pittman invites everyone to new greenhouse. stop by Patches and Posies for "It will be a small green­ one last look around. Though house," she said, "but I will no major holidays are coming carry flats of flowers and veg­ up before the doors close for etables and plan on going into the last time, many items left perennials," "I will still carry on the shelves at bargain quite a few items." prices could be tucked away She also plans to continue to until a birthday, an anniver­ cater flowers for weddings, and sary or maybe Easter or pot urns for the cemeteries Mother's Day. There are also just like in past years, and many Christmas items left on with any luck will have an the shelves. open house in December with "They will be much more lots of Christmas items. expensive next December "I'm going to be busy all when they are in demand," she right," she said, "doing what I said. We're Always Willing To Lend A Helping Hand! Eileen Pittman will close the front doors to this unique little shop the end of the month. * talk Ar a •l&Bfiat ■ WfetH uMwittaj. si tei mdMu S viMHW 3 KJffifeiii ti ft ■ E by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Patches and Posies, a unique part of Vermontville's Main Street for the past five years, with a floral arrange­ ment or gift item for most ev­ ery occasionis closing. Owner Eileen Pittman is closing her doors at the end of the business day Feb. 28, marking the end to an "era." Pittman's shop has been more than the typical flower shop. While some browse for a gift, other customers are chatting over a cup of coffee or waiting for Pittman to mend that favorite shirt on the machine near the back of her shop where she does alter­ ations. "I'm gonna miss my shop here on Main Street," she said last week. "My customers have been very good to me, but there just isn't enough traffic through Vermontville to meet the overhead." Pittman said that she strug­ gles like many small business off the beaten track, offering specialized services, but un­ able to attract customers be­ cause of competition in larger cities. "You can get plants at places like Wal-Mart and K mart now, and there are nu­ merous shops in Charlotte and Hastings," said Pittman. "Almost no one comes to Vermontville to buy flowers, Maple Valley grad earned to Alma dean’s list Kathryn McDougal of Ver­ montville was one of more than 350 students named to the dean’s list for outstanding academic performance during the 1996 Fall Term at Alma College. Students who achieve a 3.5 or better grade point average during a term, while carrying a minimum of 13 credits (at least eight of which are evaluative grades), are named to the dean’s list. McDougal is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. and there just isn't enough business here in town to keep the shop afloat." This last couple of weeks have been hard for her. "There are so many good memories here," she said. "I could tell you all kinds of sto­ ries!” She said that it is difficult to plan sometimes when get­ ting started, and one of her fondest memories occurred right after she opened, prepar­ ing for her first Thanksgiving holiday at Patches and Posies. "I'll never forget it,' she said. "I thought for sure that we wouldn't be busy so I planned accordingly and didn't order a lot of extra flowers for the occasion." She sold everything she had made for holiday tables and then some. "The last man who came through that door before clos­ ing bought pink carnations for Thanksgiving!" she laughed. "It's all I had left and he was­ n't going home empty handed!" And Mother's Day has al­ ways been a lot of fun in her shop. "It's of course our biggest day of the year," she said. "You would be surprised at how many wait until the last minute to get flowers for mom." She said that one year after closing the shop for the Mother's Day weekend she had one dozen roses left and made a trip across the street to Bill's where she and the tavern owner devised a plan to make a fast buck and get at least one patron off the hook with mom. "We sold raffle tickets for those roses," she said. "Every one in there bought lots of tickets hoping to go home with those flowers because they had forgotten to buy something for mom. It was hilarious!" At the conclusion of the duo's raffle, the two had made pretty good money and one customer was extremely grate­ ful. Rather in the shop or down New Mortgage or Equity Loans New Construction or Remodeling Call Us ... 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American dad Mike said, school sports, and celebrated "We have really had a lot of his first Holloween. The holiday, taken for fun. His first experience was granted by most of us, doesn't sledding down the hill at Put­ exist in Brazil, and Ge nam Park." The Calltons planned an­ thought that pumpkin carving other big ski trip last week­ end. Many other outings have helped to expose him to our way of life, like a trip to Chicago, and one to Auburn Hills, where he visited the The place to goforprofessional styling Palace for a special Maple Valley basketball game, and Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. to Detroit to visit the Renais­ Owner - Diana Kuempel sance Center. His visit has been even 852-9481 more interesting because he has enough knowledge of the English language that there by Cindy J. 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"He tends to mix up fingers and toes," said Shelly, "and concepts of his and hers. It tends to get really funny." The Calltons also said that when he first arrived, he would talk to them in English but speak Portuguese on the telephone when calling home. Now an English word or two just sneaks into his conversa­ tions with family back in Brazil. The most amazing part of Ge's ability to communicate so well is that much of his language was self taught. "We had an English class back home, but it was pretty useless," he said. "Just simple sentences that you would never use!" Ge said that though he fits in well with American cul­ ture, it is very different than back home. Callton's home, historical and very large, is certainly a change. At home he and most of his friends live in apart­ ments. Travel is also much differ­ ent. "There are no freeways in Brazil," said Ge. "Travel here is much faster and very differ­ ent." And then there is school. Ge said that school here is very different than back home. "In Brazil, the teachers change classes, not the stu- Continued nextpage— Subscribe TODAY! Imagine not ever carving a pumpkin for Halloween! Until his visit to the United States, Ge had never celebrated a Halloween holiday. He and American father, Dr. Michael Callton carved their jack-o-lanterns together this year. FOR SALE By Owner REMODELED 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN VERMONTVILLE Possession upon closing. 517-726-1159 or 726-1235 TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES RL Hill Tax Service New Location ••• Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thomapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships and Small Corporations Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD Ca/L.945-9554 The Hastings Banner Call 517-851-0111 — 15 Years Experience — TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 7 Superintendent’s Corner Changes in Fuller outlined By Alan K. McLean As I mentioned in the last article, the Board ofEducation has approved the proposed bond issue language and will be asking the community on April 29 to support a building program that is totally student oriented and will reflect a basic improvement strategy for our buildings. The first part of that strategy is Fuller Elementary. If successful, the bond issue will allow us to do several things at Fuller Elementary. Our number one goal remains the elimination of all portables. The bond issue will do that. With successful passage, all portables will be sold and replaced with conventional classrooms. Those portables are extremely expensive to heat and main­ tain. In excess of $35,000 per year is needed to provide heat and light to the existing portables. In addition, hundreds of labor hours are lost cleaning the ten individual buildings as op­ posed to cleaning ten interior rooms. More important, the learning environment in a portable is not as effective as a room in a conventional building. Students must leave their portables for all group activities such as lunch, physical education, music, art and assemblies. Total grade ac­ tivities are difficult to coordinate. We need to get these children out of portables and into a conventional building. By adding classrooms at Fuller, we can do that. Other improvements to Fuller will include an expansion to the kitchen of 400 square feet. This will enable our food ser­ vice staffto be able to operate more effectively while preparing food for the 500-plus students at Fuller. The mulit-purpose room will be expanded to accommodate large-group activities such as art and music. Staff now must move from room to room eliminating many “long-term” ac­ tivities. This will also enable us to more effectively schedule programs during lunch. Currently, no group activity can be scheduled for two hours per day because ofthe lunch schedules in the current multi-purpose room. Lastly, much needed age-appropriate playgrounds and playground apparatus will be available. There is a world ofdif­ ference in the physical ability of a kindergartner as opposed to a third-grader. Our play areas for these students must reflect those differences. As you can see, there will be no frills at Fuller: elimination ofportables, small kitchen addition, small multi-purpose additionand improved playgrounds... basic stuff! Next week... Maplewood. Eaton County No-Till Club to meet Feb. 26 EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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No-Till Club meetings are designed by producers for producers. Input both during the meeting and in planning for future meetings is encouraged. Lunch for this program, will be provided at no cost. For more information call Eaton County MSU Extension at (517) 543-2310, or stop in the office at 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. Maple Valley Alumni banquet plans get underway It's time again to plan for the annual Maple Valley Alumni banquet, and this is one that shouldn't be missed, according to organizer Judy Hook. "This year we will honor four educators, people who have made a big difference to students here in past years," said Hook. Those who will be in the "spotlight" this year include Charles Ross, whom many will remember as the famous 1950s Nashville High football coach. Another is his wife, Joanne, who taught elementary school; Dorothy (LaDuke) Dowsett, known to most as Miss LaDuke; and Pauline Hunt, who began teaching at Fuller Elementary in Nashville and in later years was the librarian at Maple Valley High. Anyone with funny antecdotes or stories about these people are urged to contact the Maple Valley News. They will be featured in the paper This year's menu includes a Reservations have to be in just prior to the banquet. choice of Swiss steak and by May 19 and accompanied These honorees are just a chicken and dinner will cost by payment for dinner. Mem­ portion of this year's program. $7. bers also can renew their As usual, the evening's festiv­ A special invitation is open memberships at this time for ities will include dinner and a to honored classes of 1962, $1 per year. time for reminiscing. 1957, 1947, 1937, 1927, Send reservations to: MV The alumni banquet is 1922, and 1917 this year and Alumni Association, 704 East scheduled, as usual, for the all graduates from Nashville St., Nashville, Mich., 49073. Saturday of Memorial Day and Vermontville High are in­ Those needing more infor­ weekend, a busy time with vited to attend, as well as mation can call Hook at 852­ graduations and holiday plans. Maple Valley graduates. 9655. "It would be a great addition to your holiday weekend plans," said Hook. "What bet­ VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI ter way to spend a Saturday evening than with old friends?" The doors of Maple Valley High School will open that afternoon at 4:30 p.m. and the punch bowl will be ready for those wishing to spend some Swiss Steak and Salmon Loaf time before dinner with old friends. Dinner will be served Serving... at 6:30 p.m. and the program will follow.’ Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Gordon Gardener wish to thank all our family, friends, and neighbors for their kindness, prayers and sympathy during his illness and death. Special thanks to the family Medical, Richard Genther, and the Ladies of the Grace Church. Thanks for all the cards, letters, donations, food, and calls. Penny Supper March 1, 1997 5:30 to 7:00 pm 1040A to Z, No one knows their way around the tax code better than the professionals of H&R Block. Our experienced preparers can help you pay less or get more back. Our rates are reasonable, we stand behind our work. Sound like someone you can use? H&R BLOCK Helen Vedder 354 S. 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Select Formulas ORIGINAL FORMULA 219 Main Street, Nashville • 852-0845 HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 8 ‘The Wizard of Oz’ production planned for March 13-15 An old-time favorite, "The Wizard Of Oz," goes on stage at the Maple Valley High au­ ditorium March 13, 14 and 15 with a large cast, including old favorites and many new faces. This musical has been planned with children in mind. "We have planned a special matinee for kids on the 15th (of March)," said Director Norma Jean Acker. "This is a real family production and we hope that all will take advan­ tage and bring the kids, make an afternoon of it." Though many associate the "Wizard of Oz" with the movie, this production is based upon the book and will be somewhat different, but very entertaining according to Acker. Fans will follow Dorothy on her adventure to the land of Oz with the cowardly lion, the tin man, and the scarecrow, and will meet up with the wicked witch, and of course the wizard. Dog lovers may miss Toto in this production, but the cast will include Aunt Em and Uncle Henry, and, of course, This is a real family all of the munchkins! production and we hope that riE=7D Just who all is in MV's czigo all will take advantage and production of the Wizard of Oz? Dorothy is double cast in bring the kids, make an ,. this production because the afternoon of it. part is so much fun, and de­ pending on which night you — Norma Jean Acker C£ZJ0 decide to take in the show you Another favorite in the pro­ take the adventure along the Megann Patrick or Tomi Jo duction, the scarecrow, will be yellow brick road with either Sealy. double cast by Dan Leep and Robb Rosin. More of the favorites from the "Wizard of Oz" include Aunt Em played by Beth Sleeper, Farmhand Joe and the Wizard himself, played by Craig McDougal, Uncle Henry played by Matt Knoll, The Tin Woodman played by Kyle Curtis and the Cowardly Lion played by Travis McIn­ tire. Chris Dunham, Brad Rap- Effective April 1, 1997 Lakeview Cemetery plots, both resident and non-resident, will go up in price. TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDINANCE #2-13-97 There shall be no parking at any time within the east right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north Village limit. Which way to Emerald City??? Why just follow the yellow brick road to Maple Valley High where Dorothy, the scarecrow, the tin man and the cowardly lion venture through the enchanted forest in search of the Wizard. son, Amy Jo Parish, Sarah Hughes, Rachel Ritenburgh, Annie Carney, Hayley Todd, Mandy Pierce, Bethany Poyer, and Holly Carrigan will wel­ come the audience to Munchkin Land. Others on stage will include Rachel Brown, Nicole Wil­ son, Crystal Prieur, Erin Car­ ney, Melissa Dickey, Carrie Balko, Corey, Matt Hall, Roxanne Guernsey, Shilo Beals, Kristen Frith, Melissa Kirwin, Jessica Gearin, Kristy Sealy, Teri Sessions, Kim Knoll, Lauren Hansbarger, Liz Stanton,. Emilie Gould and Corey Pethick. Lets not forget all of those who work behind the scenes. "There are many people in­ volved with this producation that don't appear on stage but have made it all possible," said Acker. "Like coreographer, Vickie Diebold who has been a part of our productions since 'Fiddler On the Roof." Others that Acker men­ tioned include Doug Acker, Jim King, Trent Graham and Jason Joppie who have been working on set construction, and Leah Sleeper. "Leah is our artist behind the scenes," she said. Tickets will soon go on sale and all seats for this fam­ ily show are $3. Curtain times are Thursday, March 13; Friday, March 14; and Saturday, March 15, at 7 p.m. The Saturday matinee will be at 2 p.m. There shall be no parking at any time within the west right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thornapple River and from 100 feet South of the Thornapple River north to the north Village limit. This order becomes effective when signs giving notice of same have been erect­ ed. This Ordinance to be published in the Maple Valley news on Feb. 25 & March 4, 1997. Moved by Kenyon, supported by Pash that this Traffic Control Ordinance be adopted as read. Fl A needs local volunteers— Volunteers are needed at the Eaton County Family Inde­ pendence Agency (formerly Department of Social Ser­ vices). According to Volunteers Services Supervisor Beverly Pardee, donations of time, clothing and furniture are needed now for many needy families in the area. Though the center needs all types of household items, those highest on the priority list include vacuum cleaners, table and chairs, refrigerators, microwaves, beds and cribs, and washers and dryers. The agency is also looking for individuals who could do­ nate just a few hours of their time each week for the payee program. "These individuals would be needed just two to four hours per week," said Pardee. "They would provide one on one as­ sistance with money man­ agement for current clients." Anyone who can volunteer their time is urged to contact Pardee at (517) 543-4419. Those wishing to donate fur­ niture or appliances can call the agency at (517) 543-4353. NOTICE Effective March 3,1997 Maple Valley Schools will be increasing the price of meals by 25<J New meal prices will be: Student Breakfast - $1.00 Adult Breakfast - $1.50 Elementary Lunch - $1.50 Jr/Sr High School Lunch - $1.75 Adult Lunch - $2.25 Milk prices will remain at 30< Reduced breakfast and lunch prices will remain the same. GENERAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, STATE OF MICHIGAN at THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 204 NORTH MAIN STREET within said Village on... Dated: 2-13-97 Ayes: Pash, White, Mapes, Dunham, Wolff, Kenyon, Callton Nays: None Absent: None MARCH 10, 1997 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers VIZ- James Falk Traffic Engineer Acting Chief of Police Cathy Lentz Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk, do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the Nashville Village Council, on, 2-13-97 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk (3) Village Trustees - 2 Year Terms NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Election Law, Act 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720, On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the evening, and not longer.. E Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the closing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O’CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O’CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 5 School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Feb. 26 Nacho w/meat and cheese, California blend vegetables, chilled peaches, ice cream cup. Thursday, Feb. 27 Homemade vegetable soup, egg salad sandwich, crackers, fruited Jell-O or salad bar. Friday, Feb. 28 Baked chicken nuggets w/dip, seasoned carrots, bread slice w/jam, chilled pear halves. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. The boys have found many common interests, Among them is guitar playing. From previous page— i !*%» 1|#ki kl»k*“*«« . I “BftflliiBiadl klW®IW KlmNiK^I ?VaUeySM finoeasingthepritt ofmeilsby25( meilpriceswiilbe: ffllBratal-P ittekfet-P Iflljiy Iri'P dents,” he said. "And we go to school only half of the day, but for 200 days each year." Lunch at school was some­ thing new and so were school sports. In his country, there are no sports associated with school, only the basics, read­ ing writing and arithmetic. Classes are also much more structured there. "Education is more relaxed here," he said. "Over there I attended a private school and school was strictly business, no fun like it is here!" One of the Maple Valley events that Ge found to be en­ tertaining was the donkey basketball game in which he and his American dad played. He also earned a letter running cross country. Ge and his American broth- ers have become very close since his arrival, and truly act like brothers, according to their mom and dad. "They debate issues all of the time, just like real broth­ ers," joked Shelly. "The boys also have found many com’ mon interests, including mu-, sic. The Calltons said they have learned through being a host family that teens in other parts of the world tend to lis­ ten to American music and watch a lot of American films. "I am pretty amazed at how much he knows about Ameri­ can culture," said brother Cody. "We have talked a lott about movies." And the music? Ge and younger brother Dan both love the guitar and many evenings the pair can be found in the basement teaching each Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, Feb. 26 Turkey ala king, carrots, veggie, biscuit, cake. Thursday, Feb. 27 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad/dressing, cream­ ed com, garlic bread, pears. Friday, Feb. 28 Chefs Choice. Monday, March 3 Veal cutlet, scalloped potatoes, saute green pepper PSORIASIS? Finally, a spray that works. Relief in 8 out of 10 cases. Stops your itch­ ing. Restores to nor­ mal your flaking, red skin and scalp. 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MAIN STREET CJSS OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 am to 5:30 pm 852-0713 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm VISA WE SHIP UPS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 6 ‘Nineteen Wheels’ band visits Kellogg Elementary School by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter "Nineteen Wheels" rolled into Kellogg Elementary last week, creating some "heavy damage” among local fourth­ graders. It wasn't a runaway semi, but rather a Lansing-based band that provided a full hour of familiar tunes. The band, normally oh tour or booked in popular clubs, had never performed for an el­ ementary school audience be­ fore. The kids were treated to a performance as a repayment of sorts for helping band mem­ bers through a crises. . Teacher Bob Smith has his class working on many unique writing assignments and in­ corporates "real world applica­ tion" into his teaching. He introduced the band's music to his students in class, and when they learned that band members had been vic­ tims of thievery while on tour, the students wanted to help out. Their catastrophe began while on tour in New Orleans. After encountering a rainstorm, they decided to pull their van off the road and set­ tle for the night in a hotel room. "It was raining really hard so we didn't take all of our equipment in with us,' said the bands extra hand,Kevin "The next morning I went outside and couldn't find the van." Everything was gone, and though police finally located the van, all of the contents were missing including in­ struments and equipment and none were insured. They had hit rock bottom. When friends back in Michigan learned of their plight, they began donating time and resources to replace what Nineteen Wheels had lost. There were benefits and donations, and though these fourth-graders didn't send money, their contribution Meet the "Nineteen Wheels1' from Lansing.’ They made a personal visit to Kellogg Elementary last week to show their appreciation to local fourth graders who helped them out during a recent crises. MAPLE VALLEY ’Vf Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE I A \ \ 227 N MA)N ST NASHVILLE « Phone (517) 852-1915 K Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS" • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells............................... RECENTLY REMODELED ■ NASH­ PRICE REDUCED!! NASHVILLE 2 BR VILLE - 3 bedrooms, RANCH - Possession at close. 5-room ranch home, tastefully decor­ ated. Includes range/oven & disposal. Single car garage. Must be seen to appreciate!! Call Homer for more "infor­ mation." 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(V-54) LAND CONTRACT TERMS ■ YOUR CHOICE OF THREE WOODED PARCELS: ROLLING & (B) 2.2 acres.................. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.................. $9,500. (E) 11.35 acres............ $19,300. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE of (3) 12 ACRE PAR­ Rolling "tree lined", with "walk-out" building sites. Also (4) 2 ACRE PARCELS with "walk-out" sites. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) CELS - JUST LISTED: ON 4 ACRES “IN COUNTRY” - MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS - Two houses & large bam, needs work, great potential! Call Homer for more details & appointment to see! (CH-56) The concert was a big hit and everyone stuck around for autographs. touched the hearts of these young musicians. Each child in Bob Smith's class personalized a card for band members and all were sent to Lansing. "What these kids did made us all feel really wonderful, and We wanted to show our appreciation," said the bands drummer, Greg. They did just that. Their hour-long performance brought cheers from the stands and afterward produced many questions about their lifestyles and career choices. "I can't speak for everyone of course," said Greg, "but I do this because I enjoy mak­ ing other people feel good. I have been playing the drums since I was just a little boy." He went on to say that his grandfather-had played in a jazz band. "Music has always been a part of my life," he said. Members of Nineteen Wheels told the youngsters that they had lifted their spir­ its and made them Nashville stars. "Nashville, Michigan, that is!" Many or the group’s hits are played daily on WGRD in Grand Rapids and The EDGE in Lansing. The group, to­ gether now forjust two years, has toured the entire United States, cut two CDs and has become a popular name among clubs around West Michigan. After last week's show at Kellogg Elementary, band members stuck around for au­ tographs. Who knows? Someday these guys could be at the top of the music charts and these kids from Maple Valley can tell others that they were some of the first to know "Nineteen Wheels" personally. Wouldn't it be great to actually meet the drummer of your favorite band and shake his hand, last Wednesday was pretty exciting for these fourth grade girls at Kellogg Elementary!!! VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Poge 9 Bolla searches for the bestpizza recipe in America (NAPS)—Any way you The Bolla Ultimate slice it, pizza is one of the Pizza Party contest invites nation’s most popular foods pizza lovers to submit when friends get together their original recipes along for dinner. In fact, almost with a description, in 50 two-thirds of Americans words or less, of the “per­ order pizza for a casual fect casual evening with evening with friends, pizza and Bolla.” People according to a recent can enter recipes in one of national survey commis­ seven contest categories: sioned by Bolla wines.* most creative, most tradi­ The “Bolla Pizza Poll” coin­ tional, best use of cheese, cides with Bella’s first-ever best use of sauce, best veg­ pizza recipe contest which etarian, best thin crust or invites consumers to send best deep dish. Recipes in their pizza recipes for a will be judged on taste, chance to win a trip for originality, wine compatibil­ four to Italy, home of Bolla ity and creativity of the wines and birthplace of short essay. pizza. One grand prize winner, “Making and eating pizza to be announced during has become an American October’s National Pizza pastime and Bolla’s Pizza Month, receives a five-day Poll indicates that 93 per­ trip to Italy for four, includ­ cent of Americans eat at ing round-trip airfare, hotel least one pizza a month,” accommodations, a tour of says Pasquale (Pat) Bruno, the Bolla winery and a pizza Jr., Chicago Sun-Times dinner with a member ofthe restaurant critic and author Bolla family. Seven finalists, of The Ultimate Pizza cook­ one from each pizza catego­ book and The Great Chicago- ry, win the opportunity to Style Pizza Cookbook. “Since become the guest pizza chefs pizza and wine complement at pizzerias in their home­ each other so well, Bolla is towns, where Bolla will host tapping into the pizza trend pizza parties for the winners and searching the nation to and seven oftheir friends. find America’s best pizza.” To enter the Bolla Ulti- mate Pizza Party contest and receive a free pizza booklet, send a recipe and description of“the perfect casual evening with pizza and Bolla” to: Bolla Pizza Recipe Contest, P.O. Box 39101, Chicago, IL 60639. Limit one entry per envelope. Entries must be postmarked no later than August 15,1996.** This summer, Bolla is searching for the best pizza in America. For a taste of pizza all season long and to get those creative pizza ideas started, try this recipe from Bolla wines and the test kitchens at Pizza Today magazine: SUMMER HERB PIZZA Perfect with Bolla Sangiovese Ingredients: 1 recipe basic pizza dough 2 Tbsp, olive oil 1 Tbsp, minced garlic 1/2 cup pesto sauce 1/2 grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup grated mozzarella 1/2 Tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary 1 Tbsp, chopped fresh basil 1 Tbsp, chopped fresh chives or green onions 1 Tbsp, chopped fresh tarragon • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. • Brush the olive oil on the prepared dough. Spread on the garlic and pesto, Cover the pizza with cheeses. • Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until crust is golden. Sprinkle fresh chopped herbs on the baked pizza. ® * Bolla Pizza Poll is a nationwide survey ofconsumers. Surveyfindings have a plus/minus threepercent margin oferror and areprojectable nationwide. 1-800-BOLLA-03 Ex-Eaton County Treasurer is quilty of embezzlement Former Eaton County Deputy Treasurer Eileen Kline awaits sentencing on March 20 in Eaton County Circuit Court, after being found guilty of embezzlement. According to the Eaton County Clerk's office, a jury found Kline guilty of six counts of embezzlement all over $100. That verdict Feb. 6 came after a trial, which began on Jan. 27 in Circuit Court. Earlier reports from Prose­ cuting Attorney Jeffery Sauter indicated that his office was contacted last spring to inves­ tigate a loss of $3,800 from the county treasurers office. After that investigation, state auditors were called in, and as a result Kline was arrested on five counts of felony embez­ zlement. Additional charges were brought against Kline in October. All totaled, about $7,890 was missing from the treasurer's office. Those same reports indicated that the al­ leged incidents took place on In the Service Shane C. Scott Army Pvt. Shane C. Scott has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Knox, Radcliff, Ky. During the training, trainees received instruction in drill and ceremonies, weapons, map reading, tac­ tics, military courtesy, military justice, first aid, and Army history and traditions. Scott is the son of Sherman and Judy Scott of 187 W. First St., Vermontville. The private is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Jan. 11, 1995, Dec. 6, 1995 and on Dec. 11, 1995. When asked if the charges were due to a misappropria­ tion of funds. Chief Assistant Prosecutor Michael Eagen replied, "All six counts in­ volved money that should have been deposited, but was- n't. None were reported as a mistake in transferring funds.” While awaiting sentencing, Kline remains free on a $10,000 bond. She was dis­ missed from her job in the Eaton County Treasurer's of­ fice shortly after charges were filed. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Feb. 25 — 4-H Companion Pet Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. Feb. 25 — 4-H Dairy Developmental Committee, 8 p.m., Ex­ tension Office, Hastings. Feb. 27 — 4-H Nonlivestock Committee 6:30 p.m., at the Ex­ tension Office, Hastings. Feb. 27 — New 4-H Volunteer Selection Interviews, 7 p.m., Courts and Law Building Conference Room, Hastings. March 1-9 — Ag and Natural Resources Week, Michigan State University. March 5 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. March 7 — West Central 4-H Lock-In, Grand Haven. March 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., U.S.D.A. Building, Hastings. March 14-15 4-H Horticulture and Plant Science Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. 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Ad#.4321 �[sCjJ JSuS ^JJSwSS The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 11 Baseball and softball are ‘just around the corner A 'W'^ b'4^ '4^ S S isV “ SS'j' s!^ V *h&s 5rS?tS;S^l ks$jj Sit*& *!rS r r&sa Si;; t?w. i,i Hr' Hr Hr' »”'** *>.C£ ”• * fi,e,<r* • fe* *S*'i Si '•»• ®tga ®utga Sss • 'ata 3*»H’a « *’»s ««« «««, ™ •T»»ss. T» »ss. »ss ■*• «■Bithkk •■”1SI «-■ KISS <!•«£,*«» iri» ■■■««• iti HMBBran •st 53 HUW p S.'S&SMir, RW ■■«■» M MM *’" JtBH" M( ’»«(i4si ■■• uniiS “• aaiw* !■* u ■it e mw* isaa b««J'' ■«» •»■ -rs? (■■UM* «•»■>■' ff« Jftf 0»W** % **:* ,: gggp* J®st While the calendar may still say that it's winter, spring is just around the comer and with spring comes baseball and softball. The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association will hold its baseball and softball signups on March 5 from 6-9 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. After the signups, the little league board will hold officer elections and a business meeting. Board members, league directors, coaches and assistant are coaches needed. Participation is needed if the summer baseball and softball program is to continue. Baseball and softball will be softball. The new division will play in the Ionia League. The divisions are Junior (14) and Senior (15-16). The boys travel teams would like to add two new teams in there is enough interest,' one in Pee Wee Reese (11-12) and one in Sandy Koufax (13-14). This would allow Maple Valley to have one team Willie Mays (9-10), one in Pee Wee Reese continued from Page 12 and one in Sandy Koufax. County champioi), winning 5­ same weight class final. Steve to go on afterwards at the These teams will play in the 3 over Byron Center's Ryan Lehman pinned Middleville school. Lehman said that his Mid-Michigan League, which St. Pierre at 171. Haynes teammate Miso Glavan in pin was not necessarily to offers competitive baseball in the age divisions. The 15tallied his final two points in 1:21 at the 215 finale. please the basketball fans who year-old boys will play in the the final two seconds of the "I didn't want to hear it were waiting patiently in the Pony Boys League. third period. from these guys (his stands. The Maple Valley Youth He's (St. Pierre) is real Middleville teammates) if I Steve Lehman's dad, Baseball and Softball tough and I have a lot of would have lost," Lehman Middleville coach Tom Association hope you consider respect for him," Haynes said. said. "I really didn't think Lehman, was named as one of a position in the program and "I knew that I was going (to (though) that he was pinned." two regional Coaches of the looks forward to a successful State), but I wanted the higher Year also on Saturday. 1997 season. seed. I want to place high." Lehman's and Glavan's The final two State match concluded the regional For Sale Automotive Want to Rent qualifyers were from the same event at Comstock. 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Tools • Plumbing Electrical Hardware • Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, February 25, 1997 — Page 12 Two M.V. Lions quality for State wrestling finals Two wins and you’re in! Fourteen wrestlers representing the Barry County area too part in the Division III individual regionals Saturday at Comstock High School. And eleven of the fourteen qualified for the State finals — March 7-8 at the University Arena at Western Lehman (215) and Miso Glavan (215). Delton and Maple Valley each qualified two individuals and the Lions also captured a weight class championship. The Panthers had Joe Daniels (130) and Robert Isom (140) make it in, while the Lions qualified Mike Egan (112) and Pat Lowe (135). Michigan University — by winning two matches and placing in the top four of their respective weight classes. Middleville qualified seven with six wrestling for first or second place. The seven were Kyle Brower (103), Evan Space (112), Spencer Romph (145), Luke Middleton (160), Ron Haynes (171), Steve Pat Lowe was a weight class champion at 135, giving the Lions two individuate at State March 7-8 in Kalamazoo. Isom placed second after Other local wrestlers to give credit to my coaches competing at Comstock on who every day make us run dropping a 5-2 decision to Jackson Lumen Christi's Saturday were Delton's Nick two miles in the hall.” and Curtis Allen. Isom wanted the Daniels (37-0) Hanner (140) and Phil Schallhorn (189) and Constantine's Brandon Ambris championship, but says he Middleville's Justin DeBoode (41-0) competed in a match of will be ready for the big dance undefeateds at 130, but in two weeks. (140). "I wasn't even concerned Brower placed third with a Ambris won the title with a 3-2 win over Brandywine's 7-1 decision. In the finals about State, more I was Adam Zink in the finals. The seconds Daniels was thrown concerned about taking the Trojan spark plug won* that into the scorers' table and his chart," Isom said. "I have two match in dramatic fashion, first reaction was to help out weeks to get all of the owies scoring two points in the final the individual who was gone... first (place at State) would be nice." working the table. second ofthe third period. Romph also scored a second Lowe won the 135-pound Space was second at 112 after dropping a 7-5 decision weight class by beating place falling 10-4 to Belding's to Hamilton's Freddy Mireles. Comstock Park's Micah Josh McBride in his Egan won 8-0 over Foster 15-6. Like Egan, it championship match. Middleton scored the area's Brandywine's Brian Syrette to will be Lowe's first trip to second championship with a get third‘in the same weight State. "I was just trying my convincing 18-2 decision class. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 9 — Tuesday, March 4, 1997 Two men sentenced in Maple Grove adult foster home robbery Two Charlotte men were sentenced to prison on charges of armed robbery stemming from the break-in Dec. 9 of the Laurel Manor Adult Foster Care home in Maple Grove Township. Tomas E. Parsons, 20, and Michael J. Dupree, 18, were sentenced in Barry County's Fifth Circuit Court before Circuit Judge James Fisher. The two men and their co­ conspirator, Christopher Cummings who pleaded guilty in Circuit Court Feb. 13 to armed robbery, came into the foster care home armed with shotguns and wearing black ski masks. They bound and gagged the owner of the home, the cook and a visiting neighborhood record. "There's no way for me to teen and took about $1,500 belonging to residents. tell the court what made him In comments to the court, do this. There's no way for Prosecutor Dale Crowley said him to tell the court what a plea agreement with Dupree made him do this," said required him to recommend a Hillary. In imposing sentence, minimum sentence of 5-10 years in prison. He said the Fisher said, "It certainly is an owner of the home was more unhappy day for me to see a interested in rehabilitation 18-year old person with no than retribution. prior record come before me He said when the three sus- for something like this." He pects were arrested, they had added the case was "particuseveral shotguns which "ap- larly senseless" given peared they were about to be- Dupree's lack of a prior record. gin a course of armed robHe sentenced Dupree to 6bery." 15 years in prison, with credit Dupree's attorney, Frank for 74 days served. Hillary, said his client admits In courts before the court, his actions were "horrendous." Crowley said a plea agreement He Said Dupree had no prior with Parsons required him to recommend a minimum sen­ tence of 5-15 years in prison. "I submit that of the three defendants, Mr. Parsons was the leader based on his age and prior criminal history," he said. In noting that Parsons was on youthful offender sta­ tus for a prior offense he said, "This defendant has had at least two years of opportunity for reformation. What Mr. Parsons has proved is he is a danger to society and should be locked up'.at this time." He recommended a prison term with a minimum of 10 years to a maximum of 25 years in prison. Parsons' attorney, David Dimmers, reminded the court Parsons' grandparents had sent When the three suspects were arrested, they had several shotguns which ‘appeared they were about to begin a course of armed robbery.’ — Prosecutor Dale Crowley a letter pointing out Parson had exhibited bad behavior, demonstrated poor judgment and immaturity. "He is repentant, he knows how foolish this was. He is very apologetic to the persons who suffered from his ac­ tions," said Dimmers. In imposing sentence, Fisher said "I repeat what I said to Mr. Dupree. I really think you have the potential to rehabilitate yourself." He said he was taking into ac­ count the nature of the of­ fense, and Parsons' prior con­ tact with the legal system," from which Mr. Parsons ap­ parently learned nothing," as well as his age and potential for rehabilitation. He sentenced Parsons to 8­ 15 years in prison, with credit for 74 days served. Sentencing for Cummings is scheduled for March 6. Syrup season gets under way with ‘Sugaring Off’ Haighs did the honors this year, boiling up the sweet syrup for "Sugaring Off" events at the Congregational Church. by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Syrup season is officially under way, buckets line the maples in the woods and plans are being finalized for a week­ end full of festivities. One of the most popular pre-"syrup weekend" events each year is "Sugaring Off," and last week the basement of the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church was full as folks gathered for a potluck supper, entertainment and the "official taste test." Every year those who love the sweet taste of maple syrup line up with bowls in hand for the occasion, and all take a turn stirring the sweet juice into candy. Some like their syrup on ice cream, or even just crushed ice. Others prefer the candy, and many just scoop up all they can with There is nothing in the world as sweet as maple syrup. This years queen Mandy Pierce (right) and alternate Beth Sleeper sample the treat. their spoons, savoring the fresh treat. This year Amos and Joyce Haigh did the honors of boil­ ing in the kitchen. As long­ time local producers, they en­ joy helping out. Lots of other special guests were present at last Thursday's event, including this year's syrup queen, Mandy Pierce, accompanied by her family, alternate Beth Sleeper and her family, outgoing queen Sarah Hughes, and Megann, Garry and Dianne Patrick who pro­ vided entertainment for the evening. Many remember Megann from school musicals and tal­ ent shows, but few know how she got her start. Her mom, Dianne, a music major in college, got her start much the same way that she has helped to lead Megann. First there were school musi­ cals and later many sblos with the church choir. "My mom taught me every­ thing I know," Megann told her audience at Sugaring Off. "We are going to sing to­ gether tonight." (Dad took care ofthe music). With the help of her mother, Megann has sung at places a big as the Breslin Center. She plans to perform again on stage at the talent show during Syrup Festival, and when out of high school will have a double major in music and law in college. Though not a queen, or part of the evening's entertain­ ment, another young lady was present, with much to be proud of. Rachelle Drallette was there to personally shake the hand of Gene Fisher after the announcement that she will lead this year's parade. She was pronounced this years winner with the theme-, "Tournament of the Tree Tap- pers." Having the winning entry was "extra special" according to the sixth-grader because she and her family have only lived See Sugaring OffP. 2 Rachelle Drallette will lead this years parade! The youngster won an annual contest for sixth graders choosing the parade theme. All will march to Parade of the Tree Tappers this year! In This Issue ... • Nashville girl returns from ‘Little Miss Michigan’ contest • Vermontville pastor returns for ‘Holy Land’ trip • Fl A offers new hours, transparent boundaries • National Farmers Organization group meets in Charlotte �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 2 SUGARING OFF, in the area for a short time. "We just mbved here two years ago," said her mother, Sara. "We love the commu­ nity and had a really wonderful time at the festival last year. We look forward to being part of Maple Syrup Weekend again this year' Rachelle said that she loves to draw and write stories, so this contest was right up her alley. She, sat down at the kitchen table one night along with her parents and younger brother Joel, and began work­ ing on a good idea for a parade theme after an announcement for the contest was made at school. Once the family got started, imaginations went wild, and when done they had not one, from front page but six entries sent in; This will be Rachelle's sec­ ond opportunity to be part of the parade. Last year she marched with her scout troop. This year she will lead the pa­ rade. Rachelle will be followed by the queen and alternate, the Maple Valley marching band, and many entries from all over the state. Though it may seem that the last weekend in April is still a ways off, there is much to do to prepare for the event, and those involved said it's a good idea to get reservations soon in for parade entries. Mapes Florist • Fresh Cut Howers • Silk Dried Howers • Holidays • Birthdays • Funerals • Plush Animals • Balloons • Plants/Planters • Cards — DELIVERY AVAILABLE — 207 N. Main SL, Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm Little Christopher Pierce enjoys Sugaring Off events with mom. Police office hours expanding in Bellevue area Community Policing is ex­ panding in the Bellevue area with available office hours at the Bellevue Township Hall, 201 N. Main in Bellevue. Eaton County Sheriff Rick Wahl has announced that Deputy .Mike Raines, com­ munity policing coordinator for the Eaton County Sheriff Department, will be there to speak with local residents about their needs and con­ cerns on Mondays from 2 to 4 p.m. The community policing program has been active in the area for the last three years. Deputy Roger Rockafellow is assigned to Bellevue Township and attends township meetings to report on sheriff department ac­ tivities and maintain clear communications between township officials and the sheriff’s department. The purpose of community policing is crime prevention through neighborhood watch groups, educational pro­ grams, and development of mutual partnerships with Eaton County residents. “By assigning officers to watch certain townships, when time permits, we can be more responsive to the needs of citizens,*’ Wahl said. Deputy Raines is also available to answer communi­ ty policing questions in the morning Monday through Friday, at the sheriff’s department at 543-3512, extension 689. Lost & Found Do you pay for child care .. .or for the care of a disabled dependent? LOST FEMALE BRITTANY almost all white. Vermontville area. Reward. 517-726-0002 Business Services Find out if you qualify at H&R BLOCK Megann Patrick and mom, Dianne entertained the crowd with duets during the annual Sugaring Off event. tSt Jill VanDerHoef You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. 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Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHukuh OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 P.M. Worship......... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening Worship....................................... 7 REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vertnontville Morning Worship............ 11 am. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday am. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. . Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: ■ . 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St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 am. Church Service............... 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 3 Nashville girl returns from ‘Little Miss Michigan’ contest by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Little Bonnie Laymance flashes a big smile to others a lot at Fuller Elementary these days. The first-grader, named Lit­ tle Miss Barry County Petite last fall, just returned from state competition with a tro­ phy and some mighty big sto­ ries to share with friends and classmates. This little beauty, nomi­ nated originally by an un­ known admirer, dazzled a large audience in Novi just two weeks ago, one of 134 girls from across the state to vie for the title of Little Miss Michi­ gan. Though Nashville's entry is not known as Miss Michigan, the experience was one that she said she will never forget. Her story began last fall when the phone rang and she was interviewed for the Barry County title. "Though she does have a beautiful smile, it was the conversation over the tele­ phone that convinced local judges that she was their girl," said her mom, Beverly Kirk. "She loves to talk and talk and talk!" She was asked all of the typical questions, of course, what she wanted to be when she grew up, her hobbies and favorite past times, and the one she remembers the most, what she likes to do on a rainy day. "That's easy, " she said. "Play games with my mom and sister." After preparing for her reign as Miss Barry County Petite, it was soon time for state competition. That meant things would get really busy, but it really would be more fun than work, according to Bonnie Mom, Grandma and Aunt Bobbie Weller began getting the youngster ready for her big debut. It was going to be fun, after all it brought back a lot of memories. Both Grandma Ideal Location... Reasonable Priced... Superlow Rent... weekend. "We made a weekend of it," said mom. "Stayed in a hotel, ate out and the whole works!" "It was pretty plush," squealed Bonnie. 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Then there was a perm, and yes, pierced ears, something that she had always dreamed about. "I had to have pretty curls to hold up my crown," she said. "And (pointing to her ear rings) look at these!" Finally February had arrived and it was time for the big Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: March 1-9 — Ag and Natural Resources Week, Michigan State University. March 5 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. March 7 — West Central 4-H Lock-In, Grand Haven. March 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., U.S.D.A. Building, Hastings. CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP & CHERYL PIERCE, Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Mich. 517*852-2377 Hairstyles 290 Spring St. Vermontville, Michigan We Have Vacancies for a modeling career or tele­ vision, she does plan to make an appearance at the Maple Syrup Festival in April. "I want to ride on a float and wear my crown," she said, "like the syrup queen!" Until parade time the crown is tucked away in the closet along with the gown and shoes, but there is no question as to which little girl on the playground she is. When she flashes that smile, she can be spotted easily. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. Vermontville Meadows Apartments All Rents are Subsidized, Direct Subsidy Available When You Qualify stage for Sunday's contest when they would all be under spotlights and hoping to rein as Little Miss Michigan and go on to the national competi­ tion. Bonnie Lynn didn't walk away Miss Michigan, but she did come home with a trophy, inscribed with the words "Jr. America City Queen." "What I really wanted was a new crown," she said. 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Eric Li son from Vermontville's Congrega­ tional Church has just re- turned from a trip to the Holy Land as one of 90 ministers from across the United States who actually walked in Jesus's steps. THE VERMONTVILLE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED MARCH 6, 7 & 8. In Order To Lay New Carpet MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate "This kind of trip brings a whole new perspective to your work as a minister," he said last week after his return, "Many describe this as a true mountain top experience." Lison's trip was made pos­ sible through the Knights of Templar, an organization de­ rived from the Masons. Each year, this Christian organiza­ tion collects applications from across the country and sends many ministers and priests on their own journey to Jerusalem. Once there, the group tours for several days, visits the sites where biblical history MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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Once there he found a such a con­ trast in ways of life and reli­ gious beliefs and practices that it would take weeks to absorb everything. He described parts ofGalilee like much of Michigan and Iowa farm country, and moun­ Eric Lison was recently chosen by the Knights of tains that only compared to Templar to tour the Holy Land. He and 70 other that seen in Colorado and ministers from across the United States just returned Wyoming. from their tour. "Breathtaking," he said. "The most magnificent spot there is where the Sermon on the Mountain took place. From the top of that moun­ tain you can see the whole country and feel just beauty and peacefulness." But only moments away were crowded city streets, Starting: March 22, 6 to 8 weeks long armed soldiers "walking the Place: Nashville Ambulance Station beat" and obvious tension. Time: Starting at 9:00 a.m. "It was quite a contrast," he I Callfor more information said. "While we were there, Lebanon was bombed. 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During the tour, he visited the site of the latest bus bombing there. "Another very important site in history," he said. "Though most would think the only historical sites there have to do with our religious beliefs." Destruction from continued war has left much the country with little natural resources, one of the most noticeable is the lack of forest land. During their tour, group members spent an afternoon planting trees to replace those de­ stroyed. "Over 2 million trees have been planted by such groups," he said. " Our group placed 18 trees in the ground while there, all pines and pistachio trees, hoping that we have made a difference somehow." Though tour guides kept his group very busy, Sunday was a free day and Lison's group decided to take in Sunday ser­ vices at the historical Holy Sepulcher. That site, a church built over the place where Jesus was crucified and buried, now contains a large church build- ing housing six different religious beliefs, all hosting Sunday services at the same time. "It was really something," he said. "While monks were chanting in the background we visited Greek Orthodox, Armenian and Catholic services and then finally ended up in the cellar of the building where we had our own service. It just took a while for us to decide on what God wanted us to do that morning." Lison said that one of the most touching parts of his trip was taking the same walk that Jesus took upon his crucifixion. He described the streets as crowded and narrow and the trudge up to the mountain top was difficult, even without the added burden of a cross on one’s back. "The only way that I can describe the streets would be much like the mall at Christmas time, 'he said. "Hundreds of people pushing and shoving, the journey a very slow one. Combine that with walking up that steep mountain with the weight of that cross on his back." Another part of the tour that touched Lison's heart was a visit to the Holocaust mu- Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES•TAXES RL Hill Tax Service New Locationooo Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Lot 37, Nashville Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships and Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT WITH AD — 15 Years Experience — Call 517-851-0111 TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES seum, where millions of children taken in death camps are remembered. And, finally, there was a visit to Oskar Shindler's grave, something that most back home can re­ late to after seeing the Academy award winning movie "Shindler's List” on television recently. "Some people knelt to the ground and began to weep," he said. "Such sites affect everyone differently, but all are a very touching experience." In spite of all of the tourism, daily life there away from such sites goes on peacefully, and is much like many picture it from many years ago. "Shepherds" still live among the hills in tents, moving their families and flocks on a regular basis, depending on where there is water and food. "Many of those people still live in tents year round," said Lison. "The tents made of leather or felt may be as long as our church building with two rooms, one private room for the family and one open for social events and where the flock of sheep may be brought inside on cold nights." "They don't think of themselves as poor though," he said. "It is their way of life." Nearby there are cities, though no large houses as we know city and village streets here, most reside in apart­ ments and if own a vehicle it is a very small car. "An income there of $18,000 to $24,000 is consid­ ered upper middle class," he said. "But it doesn't appear to be poverty stricken. I have seen more evident poverty in inner cities right here in the United States.” Diet there is also based largely on religious beliefs, and Lison's group encountered what is known as "Kosher Food." "There is a strong belief there that one can never eat dairy and meat at the same meal,” he said. That was really evident when ordering pizza. "You could get a sausage pizza or cheese, but not both at the same time," he said. Lison said that in spite of all ofthe differences witnessed during his visit, all people there, regardless of their reli­ gious beliefs, were anxious to chat with the group and he came home feeling that he had a lot to share with his congre­ gation. "I hope to share that same excitement over our Christian beliefs that I felt while there," he said. 4-H Exploration Days set to canoeing the Red Cedar are This event takes place at be held June 18-20 at just a few of the attractions Michigan State University, Michigan State University, is available to teens. Planned June 18-20. The total cost is an annual State youth develop­ entertainment is also an $115, which includes all ment conference designed for option. meals from Wednesday lunch youth aged 12 to 19 and in­ During the first evening this through Friday lunch and volves nearly 3,000 par­ year “Three Men and a overnight housing for ticipants from all parts of Tenor” will delight par­ Wednesday and Thursday. Michigan in more than 150 ticipants with their renditions There is also a commuter op­ hands-on learning sessions, of Motown, doo-wop, rock tion for $45 per person, which field trips and leisure and pop classics, barbershop does not include lodging or opportunities. and big band music, which in­ meals. Youth do not need to be a clude liberal doses of humor. To register or for additional 4-H member in order to On the second evening teens information about this ex­ participate. will have the option of atten­ citing opportunity contact the The program is designed to ding the State 4-H Awards Eaton County MSU Extension help youth learn new ideas, Assembly and later in the office at (517) 543-2310 or techniques and skills they can evening the traditional 4-H (517) 372-5594. The deadline use in their clubs and com­ dance. to register is April 30. munities, offer in-depth action learning in areas of interest, give youth access to the Michigan State University campus and its wealth of resources, develop leadership abilities and enhance personal *4.00 per Visit growth, offer leisure activities Walk-ins and the chance to meet new people, and create a better *15.00 5 Visit understanding of Michigan Package 4-H youth programs, MSU Extension and Michigan State *25.00 10 Visit University itself. Package Just a sampling of past courses offered during this *40.00 20 Visit three-day event include Teen Package Business Development, Sign Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Language, Cedar Carving, Self-Defense, a Performing Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Arts Academy, Electronics, We care about how you look at... Animal Scence, Science, Staned Stained Glass, Bread Making, Aeorspace, Climbing and Rapelling. HAIR CARE & TANNING In addition to attending ...Shouldn’t You? workshops of their choice, participants have time to enjoy Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 leisure activities on campus. Ice skating, roller blading and TANNING STYLES-R-US SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 6 New Maple Valley equestrian team being formed for students out to be a great barrel pony!" Though Jewell credits Rebel for her success at the fair, many others in her 4-H group say that it is her determination that has gotten her many awards. "She is one of those kids who works really hard," said VanderHoef. Jewell now has many rib­ bons, including one for re­ serve champion. "That year I went on to state after being part of the Parade of Champions at the fair,' she said. "Another year I went to Region Rodeo finals and placed fourth there!" She and Rebel are still a very close pair, but because Jewell is now growing up, the pony has been passed down to her younger sister and she has a new task at hand, working with Jasmine, who is half Arabian and "very emotional," as this young lady puts it. "She will definitely be a challenge," said Jewell. "She eral public, according to by Cindy J. Smith VanderHoef. Its purpose is to Staff Writer Jill Shance and Dennis provide students with a chance VanderHoef have teamed up to to learn life-long skills provide a new program for through horsemanship. VanderHoef approached the high school students at Maple Valley, one that can build self Maple Valley Board of esteem, establish new friend­ Education at the February ships outside of school and be meeting and outlined his plans. rewarding. The team, once developed, Teens who wish to partici­ will be part of a district con­ pate need not be musically in­ clined nor honor students. The taining 22 others, including only prerequisite is access to a Eaton Rapids, Charlotte, Olivet and Ionia. horse. Classification of the local "We hope to develop the Maple Valley equestrian equestrian team will depend team," said VanderHoef. "This upon the number of students will provide an activity for riding. "We are opening this up to those kids who may not be an athlete or musically inclined. all students at Maple Valley It should make school more High," said Vanderhoef. "After meaningful for some of these tryouts, we hope to have a good team and I think that we other students." The idea, though new to will. There are a lot of kids in Maple Valley, has been im­ this district who are good plemented successfully in horsemen." Vanderhoef went on to say many other districts, though it is not well known to the gen- that many teens in the area is absolutely beautiful and very intelligent but also very emotional. Sometimes I wish she wasn't quite so smart!" She and Jasmine began working on riding English for this year's fair, some that she says Jasmine is doing under pressure. Jewell, however, is always up for a new challenge and says that after barrel racing and goat tying, she can do anything. Though she has been around horses all her life, she is very interested in the advantages of the equestrian team. "We’ll have a good team," she said. "There are some ex­ tremely good horse people who have volunteered their time to help. They can con­ tribute a lot." She added that it feels really good when doing well in the horse arena. "People stand and cheer, it's really great," she said. "It is Continued next page— Michelle Jewell has just begun her work with her Jasmine and hopes to enroll her in events with the Equestrian team. Isn't she pretty!! There is no relationship like that between a young girl and her horse. This is Eren Barry and her horse Sabie. She plans to take part in the new Maple Valley Equestrian Team. involved in 4-H programs would be good candidates. "After they fair they really don't have anything to work toward until the next sum­ mer," he said. "These meets are in the fall, so it will pro­ vide activities after the con­ clusion of the fair." He added that other posi­ tives to such a program would be the opportunity to work with each of these students on safety, horsemanship and to be more proficient at what they are doing. Some area teens already have their names on the list, hoping to be part of the first ever such team here. Maple Valley News inter­ viewed Michelle Jewell, Eren Berry and Dawn VanderVleucht last week. All three are members of the Maple Valley Riders and have had previous riding experi­ ence. They are excited about being part of the new pro­ gram. VanderVleucht, who said that she really enjoys riding, has been showing her horse Good horseman ship, safety, and being more proficient are goals of the new Maple Valley Equestrain Team. Shiloh since she was only 8 years old. She said that riding, whether it's through a 4-H program or one such as this is not only a lot of fun but gives her the opportunity to build a close relationship with her horse. "Shiloh is like my best friend," she said. "It is also a big responsibility, and a lot of work, but it's all worth the work because riding is so much fun!" This Maple Valley junior has had a lot of experience in the show ring, something that will help when part of this new team. She said she learned early not to have high expectations, things don't al­ ways go your way. ""My first year with Shiloh was a good year!" she said. "I Dawn VanderVleucht enjoys getting Shiloh ready got two first places in walk for the fair each year. The opportunity to show and trot. But there have been outside of the fair and have the teams years that I have fallen off accomplishments shard at school is really exciting. too!" Part of what draws VanderVleucht to this new program is learning new skills. Her past experience has been riding western, and she is just learning to ride English. The equestrian program in­ cludes many areas she has not competed in before, like jumping and reining events, and she looks forward to the experience. She is already working with Shiloh in preparation for the 1997 Eaton County Fair and hoping to make the equestrian team as well. "I am fortunate," she said. "I board my horse at Evert's on Pease Road and they have an indoor arena. I am able to work with her on a daily basis all winter long." Jewell, a freshman, is prob­ ably best known in the 4-H arena as a rodeo star. Her story is unique and one ofhard work and many rewards. When first becoming inter­ ested in riding, she and her parents visited the livestock auction in Lake Odessa, where they met her pony, "Rebel," who has lived up to his name! "Buying Rebel was on a whim," she said. "I wanted a Eren and Sabie are together on a daily basis, she pony and he was just $500. encourages others to work with a horse. “You will find Since that time he has turned it very rewarding" she said. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page — wonderful when everyone rec­ ognizes your accomplish­ ments." Berry, also a freshman and a member of the Maple Valley Riders, said there is no rela­ tionship like that between a horse and its owner. She also started riding when very young and has raised her quar­ terhorse Sabie from a colt. "I started out with her mother Too-D when I was old enough for 4-H," she said. "I was there the day that Sabie was bom and we instantly bonded. I have helped to train her and we are best friends, we're buds!" When Berry was first old enough to show at the fair, it was through a program known as Clover Buds, designed for youngsters not yet old enough for regular 4-H programs, but old enough to be allowed to show on a limited basis. She came home from the fair that year with a smile that was hard to erase. "I started out when I was just 7," she said. "Because of my age, I could compete in leading classes but my leader convinced those in charge that I should be able to compete in the saddle 'just for experience' and they let me." The result was very surpris­ ing . "I took second place!” she squealed. "Beating riders with much more experience in the ring that I had." That experience, of course, was with Too-D, but as soon as Sabie was old enough and broken in, Berry had her in the ring at the fair and did remarkably well. "I didn't expect to do well that first year," she said. "But Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Events like Barrel Racing will be part of the new Maple Valley Equestrian Program. This is Michelle Jewell from Nashville who with her pony Rebel have won many Rodeo Events in past years. I got grand champion halter!" The three girls said that the 4-H experiences, especially their week at the fair each year, has taught them responsibility, gained many new friendships, and have been a very overall positive influence on their lives. They all said they feel that being part of this program will do the same for others in the Maple Valley District, re­ gardless ofprevious 4-H experience. Everyone selected for the team will be gi ven a chance to accumulate points while competing in individual events, thus will be a part of how the team places overall. If the new Maple Valley equestrian team does well, they will have the opportunity after three meets in the fall to compete for the district cham­ pionship and then possibly go on to a state meet. VanderHoef and Shance still await board approval before beginning, They expect to have the board's blessing in March. "With board approval this becomes a school team like any other," said VanderHoef. "The MIHA carries the liabil­ ity for all meets." Those who are interested in participating should contact either Dennis VanderHoef or Jill Shance at school. Transportation to meets will be responsibility of parents and a one-time entry fee of $30 covers the season. There is no cost to the dis­ trict. Wednesday, March 5 Chicken cacciatore over pasta, peas, carrots, bread, margarine, fruit cocktail. Thursday, March 6 Hamburger calico bean casserole, coleslaw, O’Brien potatoes, bread, margarine, baked whole apple. Friday, March 7 Macaroni and cheese, mix­ ed veggie, tossed salad, dress­ ing, bread, margarine, ■cobbler. Monday, March 10 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, Italian green beans, bread, margarine, dessert. Tuesday, March 11 Chicken tahitian, red potato, peas, bread, margarine, cookie. Events Wednesday, March 5 — Hastings, craft day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, March 6 — Hastings, music, Reid/Nye; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Hastings 8:30-12:30 Tax Day. Friday, March 7 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, Social Day. Hastings, 9:00-12:00, Tax Day. Monday, March 10 — Hastings, music, Peter- son/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, crafts; Delton, Dulcimer 11:30. Tuesday, March 11 — Puz­ zle day. Maplewood Elementary lunch menu set Wednesday, March 5 Nacho w/meat and cheese, crisp golden corn, soft pretzel, rainbow sherbert, juice. Thursday, March 6 Hot turkey sandwich, mash­ ed potatoes w/gravy, blue jello w/fruit, or salad bar. Friday, March 7 1/2 day. Breakfast only. Monday, March 10 Homemade sloppy joes w/bun, potato wedges, brownie, red apple. Tuesday, March 11 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy, bread and butter, fruit cocktail. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Unlbedway Reaching those who need help. Touching us all.* FIA offers extended hours and transparent county lines Changes are taking place at both the Barry and Eaton counties' Family Indepen­ dence Agency (FIA) offices. The dually administered offices are working to ac­ commodate the needs of clients who are employed as well as those who live close to the county line that sepa­ rates Barry and Eaton coun­ ties. Extended office hours will be offered effective March 3 in both counties' FIA of­ fices. Since more clients are entering the work force, this policy is designed to expand accessibility to office ser­ vices for clients. Offices will be open for client services from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. each Wednesday and by appointment at other times. Food stamp issuance will be from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1-6 p.m. on Wednesdays. The current office hours, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., including food stamp issuance hours of 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon and 1­ 4 p.m., will remain in effect for the other Workdays ofthe week. Same day new appli­ cation interviews are offered from 7:30-10 a.m. each morning. Fifty-five percent of Fam­ ily Independence Program (formerly AFDC) clients in both Barry and Eaton coun­ ties are now employed, ac­ cording to Ronald J. Decker, director of Barry and Eaton FIA offices. The number of employed clients receiving food stamps, Medicaid and child care assistance are also at similar high levels. "We need to encourage and support our employed clients WE WILL BE OPEN SUNDAYS 11 - 3 PM STARTING MARCH 9TH. Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm; Soon starting the 9th Sunday 11 am -3 pm so changes are being made to accommodate the working client," Decker said. Already, both offices have implemented what is called "transparent county lines" in order to better serve clients near the Barry-Eaton line. As an example, since Dec. 1, residents of south Lake Odessa area, Woodbury, Vermontville, Nashville and Bellevue are informed by FIA staff that they may choose to have their case in a county office that is not their county of residence. The case will then remain in that county office until clo­ sure. Clients who are looking for employment have several resources available in both counties. Employment ser­ vices are available in both Barry and Eaton counties. In Barry, the MESA Job Ser­ vice is available in the Barry FIA office from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every day. A rep­ resentative from Michigan Rehabilitation Services is available in the Barry FIA office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week. Additionally, On-the-Job and skills training through the Job Training Partnership Act and Section 107a of the School Aid Act plus School to Work services are avail­ able in Barry County at the Barry Intermediate School District Office, 535 Wood­ lawn Ave., Hastings, adja- - See FIA, Page 11 ...to improve your image with affordable, high quality printing. Forget bean counting — get the quality you need to compete with the best. • • • • Full staff creative services. Full and spot color printing. Business forms -- business cards. "On-demand” copying. The best place for the best business printing at the best price — guaranteed. can: 945-9554 Fax: 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 8 Local ‘When I Grow Up’ essays local winners announced Elisha also wrote about teachers whom she knew only through history books, like Anne Sullivan, who dedicated her life to helping Helen Keller. "She believed that she could change a child's life, and I also believe that I can," wrote the fifth-grader. Though this young lady re­ alizes that there are many hours of study involved before receiving a teaching certifi­ cate, she said that she looks forward to the challenge. "It is a journey that I look Meet Elisha Gibson (left,) an.d. S.tefanie Joostberns, this years winners of the forward to taking with pride McDonald's "When I Grow Up" essay Contest. As first place winner, Elisha will go and determination," she-said. onto .district competition. -Bot-h girls received cash‘ prizes for *th•-e-«ir en-tr-i-e-s-. Second place winner Stefanie Joostberns hopes to se­ ence courses," she said. "I am after taking part in this con- competition, and if a winner HORIZON cure a much different career, going to California Tech Uni­ test, Elisha received $20 and there, she will be among a se& ASSOCIATES, INC. Stefanie $10. Elisha's essay lect few who present oral and looks to her grandfather versity." 2475 Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI 49096 Both girls are little richer will be sent on for regional speeches at state competition. for inspiration. If you are thinking about buying or selling "When I grow up, I want to in Eaton or Barry connties... be an electrical engineer, just like my grandpa," she said. Stefanie told classmates that her grandfather, Tom Joostbems, who found himself in the "bucket" many times up in the air working on power lines and street lights, had de­ George A. Ruffner, Jr signed a platform lift for the Ruffner ofAllegan; three step­ HASTINGS - Mr. George side of his company truck. brothers, Shawn (Kathy) "I think that I will be good A. Ruffner, Jr., age 32, ofHast­ Huffmaster ofWayland, Brian Call at this career because I am cu­ ings passed away Wednesday Strazisar of Woodland, Chris February. 26, 1997 at the rious about how things Strazisar of Woodland; step­ Office: 517-726-0967 University of Michigan Medi­ work," she said. "I also like to cal Center in Ann Arbor. sister, Beth Strazisar of U.S. Residence: 517-852-0863 do challenging things." Navy/Pensacola, Florida; step­ Mr. Ruffner was born Fax: 517-726-1300 mother, Carol Ruffner ofAlle­ Stefanie had done a lot of February 12, 1965 in Charlot­ gan; grandfather, Clyde When you are having your morning coffee, research on her career choice te, the son of George and Joan Ruffner of Nashville; great and noted that she too would (Staal) Ruffner. I have been on the job for over an hour. grandmother, Sylvia Norton of study very hard. He was raised in the Hast­ Office Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Olivet; step-grandmother, "I'll have to take several ad ­ ings area and attended Hast ­ Field Hours: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. May Bucher of Newcomer­ vanced mathematics and sci- ings schools, graduating in stown, Ohio; two nephews, Levi Ruffner and David Huffmaster; three nieces, Shayla Koben, Tlyse Belka, Elizabeth Huffmaster. Services were held Saturday 1983 from Hastings High March 8, 1997 at the Wren Johnson's Baby School. Funeral Home. Rev. Kenneth Shampoo, Creamy Oil, Mr. Ruffner did truck driv-'R. Vaught officiated. Bath Powder or Lotion ing most of his life and most Memorial contributions 15 oz. or Baby Oil 14 oz. recently for the Bruinsma may be made to The Benjamin Dairy Farms in Freeport. Ruffner Fund or the American During his high school years Heart Association. he participated on the wres­ tling team, the Yeckley 4-H Club and loved riding in speed Johnson's Diaper Rash Relief2 oz. - $1.99 & action horse shows. Johnson's Cotton Swabs 375's - $1.88 Mr. Ruffner was preceded in death by his father in 1996 and Children's Motrin Children's Motrin grandmother, Evelyn Ruffner. Pedia Care Cold He is survived by his son, Chewable Tablets Jr. Strength Chewable Tablets Infant Drops or Benjamin Ruffner of Morris­ 50 mg. • 24's 100 mg. • 24's Infant Drops Plus town, Tennessee; mother and step-father, Joan & John Stra.5oz. zisar ofHastings; three sisters, OFFERING COMPLETE Jodie Ruffner (Tim Koben) of WATER & WELL Middleville, Tammy (Scot) DRILLING & PUMP Belka of Middleville, Shanna The annual essay contest, "When I Grow Up," sponsored by McDonald's, is over lo­ cally and kids across the state are busy submitting their work hoping to be finalists. Competition at Maplewood Elementary is finished and this year's first- and secondplace winners shared their work with the Maple Valley News last week. Elisha Gibson and Stefanie Joostberns both spent consid­ erable time think about career options, and based their selections and essays on people who have played an important role in their lives. First place winner, Elisha Gibson wants to be a teacher some day. Her essay, "ABCs and 123s" was based up her desire to teach youngsters in elementary school, possibly making an impression like her first grade teacher, Vicki Williams, made on her. "My role model is Mrs. Vicki Williams, a teacher here at Maplewood," she wrote. "Mrs. Williams had a way of explaining questions so we could understand better, and she believed that we could learn." Obituaries JOAN SHANAFELT suPEie SAVINGS ON CHILDRENS MEDICATIONS EWING WELL DRILLING INC. SALES & SERVICE Margaret Bailey Children's Tylenol Infant Tylenol Elixir . Suspension Drops 4oz. .5oz. 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Na»hville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 10 Nashville Cub Scouts move up at Blue and Gold Banquet Webelos Jason Wood, Cory Archer, Shaun Engle, Jimmy Whelpley and Scott Duke officially moved out of Cub Scouts and into Boy Scouts during the cross over ceremony, part of Pack 3176's monthly meeting Monday night at the V.F.W. Post 8260 hall in Nashville. Creedance Hoffman, Jerry Brown, Timmy Wood, Silas Smith, Chris Lienhart, and Jamie Corwin received their Wolf badge Monday night during Cub Scout Pack 3176‘s monthly meeting at the V.F. W. Post 8260 hall in Nashville Monday night. by Art Frith Jim Heney and Jaimie Phillips were recognized by the members of Pack 3176 for their years of leadership and volunteer work with the Cub Scout program in Nashville. The annual Blue and Gold Banquet, a cross-over cere­ mony, awards and a visit by a guest from "down under" were all part of Pack 3176's monthly meeting at the VFW Post 8260 Hall in Nashville last week Monday. Five Webelos ended their Cub Scouting adventure and began their quest for Scouting's highest rank, Eagle Scout, when they crossed over during a ceremony conducted by members of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 187. Jason Wood, Scott Duke, Shaun Engle, Cory Archer and Jimmy Whelpley were escorted over the bridge by their parents. Scoutmaster Jim Heney welcomed the graduates, who were presented with a Boy Scout neckerchief. Creedance Hoffman, Jerry Brown, Timmy Wood, Silas Smith, Chris Lienhart and Jamie Corwin were presented with their Wolf badge. Bears receiving a gold and silver TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDINANCE #2-13-97 There shall be no parking at any time within the east right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north Village limit. There shall be no parking at any time within the west right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thornapple River and from 100 feet South of the Thornapple River north to the north Village limit. This order becomes effective when signs giving notice of same have been erect­ ed. This Ordinance to be published in the Maple Valley news on Feb. 25 & March 4, 1997. Moved by Kenyon, supported by Pash that this Traffic Control Ordinance be adopted as read. Dated: 2-13-97 Ayes: Pash, White, Mapes, Dunham, Wolff, Kenyon, Callton Nays: None Absent: None James Falk Traffic Engineer Acting Chief of Police Cathy Lentz Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk, do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the Nashville Village Council, on, 2-13-97 Cathy Lentz Village Clerk During Cub Scout Pack 3176's monthly meeting Monday night in Nashville, Gold and Silver Arrow Points were presented to Josh DeCamp, Jarrod Thomason, Corbin Gardner, Josh Sutfin, Charlie Hall, Mathew Bauer, James Heney IV, Rudy Martinez and Zachary Drake. arrow point included: Josh DeCamp, Jarrod Thomason, Corbin Gardner, Josh Sutfin, Mathew Bauer, James Heney IV, Rudy Martinez, Zachary Drake and Charlie Hall. Hall also received his Bear badge. Prior to his crossing over, Webelo Scott Duke was presented with the scholar, scientist, craftsman, geologist and readyman activity pins and two compass points. The Pack presented plaques to a pair of departing adult volunteer leaders, Jim Heney, the outgoing Pack 3176 cubmaster who is now scoutmaster ofTroop 187, and Webelos Den Leader Jaimie Phillips, who were recognized for their years of work in support of the Cub Scouting program in Nashville. Included on the list of special guests at the Blue and Gold Banquet was Frannie, a Wallabee, and her owner Terry McKinney. As he held the small cousin of the kangaroo in his arms, McKinney told the audience about the background and history of the Wallabee and how this visitor from Australia came to become a member of his family. Frannie, who calmly sat at a table with McKinney the entire evening, clearly stole the show as nearly everyone wanted to take a look at or pet the cuddly guest. Thank You CARD OF THANKS Thank you to everyone who sent me birthday cards, and came to visit me at my home. For my 100th birthday on February 19,1997. "Frannie" a Wallabee owned by Terry McKinney stole the hearts of everyone in attendance Monday night at Cub Scout Pack 3176's Blue and Gold Banquet at the V.F.W. Post 8260 Hall in Nashville. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 11 National Farmers Organization meets in Charlotte last week by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Family farms are soon to be a thing of the past, mostly because there has been no group effort to gain control of the market according to the National Farmers Organiza­ tion, which met last week in Charlotte. Leaders from all over the United States talked with area farmers ilast Thursday, shed­ ding some light on prospects for a brighter future in farm­ ing, prospects that can only take place through effective bargaining and setting a price for their own commodities. The National Farmers Or­ ganization is not a new group by any means. In fact the or­ ganization has been in exis­ tence since 1958, when a small group of farmers banded together in Southwest Iowa and Northeast Missouri when a new law passed by the Eisenhower administration coupled with a poor yield caused acute financial prob­ lems there. They began gathering in living rooms and restaurants, their meetings known as "Dollar Days." At the conclu­ sion of each session, the hat was passed and each farmer put in a dollar to finance the group's efforts. Founders felt that farmers should have a strong voice in setting the price on their commodities at the farm gate that would return to them the cost of their production plusra reasonable profit. Soon the organization began to grow, and districts were established, as well as a board of directors. Today the organization represents farmers all across the United States and markets grain, milk and meat. Their presence around the Barry and Eaton County area is growing and they hope to get the word out to others that if things don't change soon, there won't be enough food FIA, continued from Page 7 cent to the Barry FIA office. In Eaton County, the EISD Employment Service Center provides employabil­ ity skills training, direct placement, On-the-Job and Skill Training through the Job Training Partnership Act and the School Aid Act, plus School to Work services. In addition, representatives from Michigan Employment Security Agency and Michi­ gan Rehabilitation Services are available on site at the EISD Employment Service Center, 311 W. First St., Charlotte. Hours at the Em­ ployment Service Center are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. All applicants for and re­ cipients of Family Indepen­ dence Program Assistance are formally referred to the Work First Program in each county for job placement services after application for assistance is made. For more information, contact Barry FIA at 616­ 948-3200; or Eaton FIA at 517-543-8060. The Barry FIA is at 555 W. Woodlawn,- Hastings. Eaton FIA is located at 1050 Independence Blvd., Char­ lotte. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile ' — Call for Free Estimates — Our family farm structure is rapidly running out of J ti — Paul Olson vice president, NFO produced to feed America. Are things more serious than most farmers want to admit? DeVere Noakes thinks so, and as a member of the National Farmers Organization, he talked with the group frankly about his own family farm and how he hoped to provide for future generations. The Noakes farm, located in Litchfield was once the home for a large hog operation. Though pigs are thing of the past, he still has cash crops with a location just outside of the city limits and now deals with urban growth. He wants to protect what has been in his family for four genera­ tions. His great-grandfather first settled here, coming to Amer­ ica as a teen trying to escape a dim future in England in the early 1800s. "Grandpa left for America from England when he was just 16," said Noakes. He had asked his father what he would do when he grew up, expecting some help in estab­ lishing a career, but there here no prospects there. Because he would most likely end up in the shipyards, he left one night with nothing but the clothes on his back and came to the land of his dreams, America, where he settled in as a farmer oh the very spot where Noakes now lives. The farm was passed on to Noakes' grandfather, and then to his fa­ ther, and so on. Now Noakes fears that there will be no future generations on his farm. "The farm just doesn't sup­ port a family any more," he said. Four generations here, but a farmer won't follow, and for one reason only, eco­ nomics." Noakes said that the only way the farming industry could be turned around was through group effort. He praised the National Farmers Organization for the work that they have done to gain control GENERAL ELECTION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Election will be held in the VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE, STATE OF MICHIGAN at THE VILLAGE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 204 NORTH MAIN STREET within said Village on... MARCH 10, 1997 For the purpose of voting for the election of the following officers, VIZ: (3) Village Trustees - 2 Year Terms NOTICE RELATIVE TO OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE POLLS Election Law, Act 116, P.A. 1954 SECTION 720, On the day of any election, the polls shall be opened at 7 o’clock in the forenoon, and shall be continuously open until 8 o’clock in the evening, and not longer. Every qualified elector present and in line at the polls at the hour prescribed for the clos­ ing thereof shall be allowed to vote. THE POLLS FOR THE SAID ELECTION WILL BE OPEN FROM 7 O’CLOCK A.M. AND REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 8 O’CLOCK P.M., OF THE SAME ELECTION DAY Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk of the market, but cautioned that there is much more to do. His concerns are shared by Leo Homan, grain service cen­ ter manager for NFO. Homan, involved primarily with commodity futures trad­ ing, said that one of the biggest problems facing local farmers today is that only a small portion of the group has any control over the market. "Farmers making over $100,000 per year dictate prices," he said. "That entire group would fit into the University of Michi­ gan Stadium, it is only about 17% of the total farmers across the United States. He also blamed some of the current prices on the Board of Trades' ability to trade in high volume. He said that farmers should look at the situation much like a farm auction, and that controls should be placed on the amount of products sold, limiting sales to avail­ able commodities. "Right now they trade ap­ proximately 80 times what we are able to produce," he said. "There should be some re­ straints on volume of trade based upon production." • What about diary price fluc­ tuations? According to the or­ ganization's dairy operations director, Steven Steely, Kraft (yes the one we all recognize from the grocery store) is tak­ ing a big bite out of profits for dairy farmers. Steely brought along ah ar­ ticle that he shared with local farmers which stated Philip Morris, which owns Kraft, is orchestrating food shortages, most obviously milk, and us­ ing the Wisconsin Cheese Market as a tool to do so. Dairy products are held, rather than exported, thus big bucks go those controlling the ex­ ports, and meanwhile an ex­ cess here causes prices to fall. Milk prices are based on the National Cheese Exchange, and have fallen sharply in re­ cent months. "In the United States, Kraft is the market maker," said Steely. "For every penny that a 40-pound block of cheese drops, it increases Kraft's rev­ enue by 15 million dollars!" Because of the situation, several organizations have banded, including area co-ops, the National Milk Producers Federation, Farm Bureau, and the National Farmers Union. A letter was delivered to the Clinton Administration in December asking for an execu­ tive order halting National Cheese Exchange activities. Steely also said that local co-ops though coming across as the farmers' friend, can also do more harm than good, and local dairyman are going deeper and deeper into debt be­ cause of extra costs for haul­ ing. "People say today that farmers are not well orga­ nized,'' he said. "They are or­ ganized, but through the wrong channels like co-ops.." He said that the NFO had met with Michigan Milk Pro­ ducers Association and the Farmers Union and set crite­ ria, hoping to make things better for local dairy farmers. Some of the things they wanted to accomplish was the re-introduction of a govern­ ment subsidized export pro­ gram, set a new floor price of See NFO, page 12 Effective April 1, 1997 Lakeview Cemetery plots, both resident and non-resident, will go up in price. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE CO your <0 * : joBts ■ YOUR ^CREDIT J easy terms IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Bankruptcy Repossession - J0 Slow Pay jS0 Bad Credit Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today NOTICE VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF REVIEW The Vermontville Township Board of Review will meet at the Opera House, South Main Street, Vermontville, Ml 49096 on Tuesday, March 4, 1997, 7:00 P.M. to organize the Board and Review the Tax Roll of 1997. PUBLIC HEARINGS WILL BE HELD: Mon. - March 10-9 a.m. to noon -1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tues. - March 11-1 p.m. to 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Any property owners wishing to examine their assessment and to show cause why the 1997 valuation should be changed are urged to attend at these scheduled times. Tentative ratio of 50% and mul­ tiplier of 1.000 for all classes of real and personal property. Those people requiring handicap assistance, please call 726-1115 for arrangements. William Crittenden, Assessor; Russell Laverty, Supervisor 517-726-1115 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 12 Maplewood students kick off “March Is Reading Month Month” Bright streamers of every are under way in hopes that color in the rainbow filled the the fifth- and sixth-graders can gym at Maplewood last Fri- accumulate enough points to day, when teachers and stu- embarrass Principal Nancy dents kicked off "Reading Potter. Mrs. Potter on a dare, told Month" with a special assem­ the youngsters that if they can bly. Stories, songs and a special collectively earn 2,000 points, poem were only a portion of she will appear at school on the afternoon's events. The April 1 in her pajamas. biggest attraction was the "pot All contests are on a volunof gold" symbolizing the end tary basis and a daily tabulaof the rainbow that Sheryl tion of points by classroom McLean had filled with color-will be kept. Aside from the ful treats, which were won by dare, classrooms with the raffle. most points will earn such The theme this year, "Color rewards as ice cream and pizza. Some of the points toward My World" will be evident in and hallway, that goal can be earned quite every classroom c and the whole month of easily. Here is a run down of this March is full of special events to celebrate and many contests week's activities: • Monday, March 3: Wear Blue Day. • Tuesday, March 4: Create a book mark. • Wednesday, March 5: An­ swer Kim's trivia question. It's also read the Maple Valley News Day. • Thursday, March 6: Acros­ tics Days. • Friday, March 7: Poetry Day and classroom windows due. This is worth a lot of points! • Monday, March 10: Exer­ cise your mind, wear jogging clothes • Tuesday, March 11: An­ other trivia question. Streamers of every color filled the Maplewood gym last Friday, as all of the students and teachers participated in the assembly to kick off reading month. MSU sheep production meetings planned The Michigan Sheep Alliance is sponsoring two educational meetings designed to deal with large flock pro­ duction concerns. The meetings are scheduled for March 5 and March 25 at the Manchester Sale Bam Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. CaZL.945-9554 The Hastings Banner located on Route 52, approx­ imately seven miles south of 1-94 exit 159 and about three miles north of Manchester. Both meetings are open to all interested producers who recognize the opportunity for expansion and are free. The March 5 session is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. This sessions will look at the Keys to Profitable Large Scale Lamb Feeding Opera­ tions. The guest speaker is Bill Eschelman, 50,000 hd feedlot operator from Hurley, S.D. Participants can learn how large commercial feedlot operators view the lamb in­ dustry arid the product they produce. The March 25 session is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ^9 ■is®-' Ukp sp# ilk* Isidi «l IwA W <­ i Wba Ml Principal Nancy Potter dares Maplewood students to participate in the March is Reading Month activities. She may not be smiling on April 1. If enough points are accumulated by the fifth and sixth graders, she will be in her pj's that day!! Cobb Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 Mich. Lie. #23-174ff $14 per hundred weight for milk, and stop using the Na­ tional Cheese Exchange to calculate prices. "We have to get our milk out of the wrong people's hands and into the right peo­ ple's hands," he said. "We (the farmers) don't own or operate any ofthe plants and therefore have no conflict of interest, as others do who now help to set the price." Spring is here! Is your mower ready? WALK BEHIND MOWERS At the end of every rainbow is a "pot of gold” and the pot at Maplewood was full of Skittles last Friday. It was part of the "Color Our World Brighter" kick-off to celebrate reading month. This is just one of many lucky winners that day. NATIONAL FARMERS GROUP, continued from Page 11 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville .jatis *39 • Sharpen Blades • Change Oil • Clean Under Deck • New Spark Plugs • Check Recoil Operation • Clean & Inspect Air Filter • Set High & Low Engine Speeds • Complete 25 Point Service Inspection and Notify Owner of Needed Repairs LAWN & GARDEN TRACTORS *69 • Sharpen Blades • Change Oil • Clean Under Deck • Change Oil Filter • Install New Spark Plugs • Clean & Inspect Air Filter • Set High & Low Engine Speeds • Remove Snow Equipment & Install & Level Mower Deck • Perform 50 Point Service Inspection and Notify Owner of Needed Repairs • Do Complete Safety Check Open: Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 7 am- 5pm; Thurs. 7 am-7 pm; Sat. 7 am-12 noon Steely's speech was just a warmup to NFO Vice Presi­ dent, Paul Olsen's, who said it was time local fanners got their heads out of the sand, and listen to a common sense approach to effective market­ ing, weather it be for milk, grain or meat. "Todays farmers have gotten bigger, better and more effi- Jr. livestock group to meet in Charlotte The next Eaton County Junior Livestock Association meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, to 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Of­ fice Building in Charlotte. Agenda items include an update on dairy steer and veal classes at the fair, a commit­ tee report on the produce for handling late paid invoices from the sale at the fair, and a vote on the suggested by-laws change to hold specie representatives’ nominations and voting during the fair. The meeting is open to any beef, sheep and swine 4-H member, leader or parent. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. cient, run faster and sent their wives to town to get ajob be­ cause their farms don't cash flow family living these days," he said. "Our family farm structure is rapidly run­ ning out of time. Are our wives and kids supposed to work for nothing, and we, 80 hours a week just to survive? You had better start asking for your fair share!" He said that he had traveled to many farm auctions and the chit chat at each was much the same —- a particular farmer had been forced out of busi­ ness because he drove the wrong colored tractor, didn't own any of those blue silos, milked to many cows, or did n't send his wife to town for aJ job. All of those were just ex­ cuses. "He simply didn't get a fair ’ price, it's plain and simple,"! he said. NFO membership is grow­ ing steadily in Michigan ac­ cording to Organization mem­ bers. All believe that strength comes in numbers, and more 3 farmers should band together to force some changes and protect their livelihoods. Memberships to the group are available through local representative, DeVere Noakes who can be reached at (517) 635-7521. 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It was determined that arson was the cause of the fire, which is under investigation by the Eaton County Sheriff Department, the State Fire Marshal’s office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. (NAPS)—A growing sugar number ofolder Americans U2 pound fresh are warming up to the idea mushrooms, sliced that an important way to 2 medium potatoes, reduce the risk ofheart discubed ease and stroke is to follow In a medium (2 quart) a healthy diet. This includes saucepan, heat 2 tea­ savory stews that offer the spoons oil over medium extra bonus of being rich in heat until hot. Add beef complex carbohydrates, and garlic and brown for fiber, vitamins and miner­ 5 minutes. Remove beef als, but are low in fat. Here with liquid to a bowl and On Thursday, March 6, then is a Mushroom Beef set aside. Saute onions from 2 to 3 p.m. weatherman Stew with potatoes, a tra­ and white sugar in 1 tea­ Andy Provenzano of Channel ditional stew with a new spoon oil over medium twist—sugar is used to heat until lightly brown. 6 Lansing, will be “Up Front caramelize the onions and Remove onions and sep­ and Personal” at the monthly flavor the sauce. Developed arate from beef. Add meeting ofthe Eaton Associa­ by the The Sugar Associa­ meat back to saucepan. tion for Family and Com­ tion, it’s nutritious and easy Stir in stock (or bouillon munity Education in the Eaton to prepare. Simply put, an with water), vinegar, County Office Building’s enjoyable dinner that’s good tomato paste, bay leaves, public meeting room, 551 and good for you. pepper and brown sugar. Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. Beef Mushroom Stew Cover and simmer over Provenzano will be sharing 2 teaspoons low heat for 1 hour, stir­ his personal experiences of vegetable oil ring occasionally. Add working behind the camera 1 pound lean stew mushrooms, potatoes and and his perspective as a local beef, onions and simmer cov­ television celebrity. He is 1-inch cubes ered for 20 minutes over known for the weather school 2 cloves garlic, low heat, stirring occa­ portion ofthe news broadcast, minced sionally. If stew is too where young and old learn 1 onion, chopped thick, add 1/4-1Z2 cup specific weather tips.. 1 teaspoon white water. Remove bay To register for the program, sugar leaves before serving. call the Eaton County MSU 1 teaspoon vegetable Makes 4 servings (5 Extension Office at (517) oil cups total). 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Instead ofbeing Kellogg for younger children “off by themselves,” they would have meant bringing would be a part of the in­ the entire building up to code termediate building at (an enormous cost) installing Maplewood which willl see a an elevator, enclosing both seven room addition. stairwells, installing sprinkler Early in the planning pro­ systems, and assuring that all cess, the construction bathrooms, entrance ways, managers and architects and approaches were in comestablished that adding seven pliance with A.D.A. stan­ new rooms to Maplewood dards. Adding seven would be enormously cheaper classrooms was obviously Obituaries Leo Frank OLIVET - Leo Franklin passed away Friday, February Finley, age 19, of Olivet 28, 1997. Sharon L. Tyrrell. HASTINGS - Sharon L. Tyrrell, age 51, of Hastings, passed away Wednesday February 26, 1997 at her residence. She was bom June 22, 1945 in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Ford and Rita (Malone) Lipscomb. She attended school at St. Francis Xavier and graduated from Grand Rapids Catholic Central, she also attended Kellogg Community College. Mrs. Tyrrell worked for Pennock Hospital p for llyrs., y ., Tender Care office, Thomapple Valley Credit Union and Antiques sold Home Interior Products. ANTIQUE SHOW AT THE She was a recovered alcoBARRY COUNTY EXPO holic who touched many lives, CENTER: MARCH 8TH & helping others on the road to, 9TH. TWO LARGE BUILD­ recovery. She enjoyed shop­ INGS, QUALITY ANTI­ ping, decorating, arts and QUES. NORTH OF HAST­ crafts and was a devoted INGS ON M-37. SATURDAY, grandmother. She held a 10AM-7PM; SUNDAY, “cousins night” for her grand10AM-5PM; $2 ADMISSION. children each summer, camp­ ing and loving them dearly. Help Wanted She gave them all nick-names, LOOKING FOR A LIVE in to Maynard, aynar, Odie, e, Butch, utc, Rosie, ose, care for a blind lady of 75 yrs Ladie Boy, Raughtman, Jiold. Room, board and salary. Beth, Cody Bear, Lambie Pie, Call after 7pm. 517-726-1020. and Christopher, Steven Stacy, Jordan, Teanna and For Rent Tori. NASHVILLE 2 BEDROOM DUPLEX- country; Also, 1 bedroom apartment 517-852-9386 For Sale Automotive 1995 DODGE INTREPID 45,000 miles, excellent condi­ tion, $1 1,995. Call 616-672-9450. ‘92 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT, 80,000 miles, $11,000. Call 517-852-7758 NEW 1996 BUICK REGAL GranSport. White, beauty, front wheel drive, V-6 auto, leather, moon-roof, am/fin cassett and cd. All options, plus keyless entry. Full warranty 3 years 36,000 miles. Sticker price $24,577. Price to sell at $21,750 616-664-4983. National Ads BIG INCOME HELPING PEOPLE live more comfortab­ ly. Call 1-888-263-0619 with cheapest direction. In ad­ dition, Kellogg classrooms are a mere 640-700 square feet while the state recommends a minimum of 820 square feet. Our kids are simply too confined. Putting all our adult, com­ munity and alternative educa­ tion programs in Kellogg will do several things. It will: • Save the district the $14,000-$16.000 per year we are currently paying for rental ofbuildings to house adult and community education programs. • Eliminate the need to br­ ing the building up to code since it will be “grandfathered” with adult programs housed there. • Allow us to work on the building deficiencies a little at a time instead of incurring enormous expenses to renovate the entire facility, and • Continue to make the building available for any and all community use. This is a sensible move for children and the community alike. The building will re­ main a focal point for the Village of Nashville and,, at the same time, provide a bet­ ter learning environment for our fourth graders. Mr. Finley was bom on August 3, 1977 in Eaton Rapids, the son of Robert and Rena (Biddle) Finley. He was employed in the fifteen grandchildren; one grandson, Dragos, still in shipping department for Russia, she never got to meet; Masterbilt of Olivet Leo was active in the Herit­ brother Neal (Jackie) Lips­ comb of Grand Rapids; sister age Hills W.O.L. Basketball Joyce (Larry) Angel ofColor­ Program. Mr. Finley was preceded in ado; several nieces and death by his father, Robert nephews. Funeral servces services were held Charles Finley and grand­ Funera e Saturday March 1 1997 at fathers, Leo Clay Finley and , Girrbach Funeral Home in Robert Franklin Biddle. He is survived by his wife, Hastings. Pastor Lester Anglea; his parents, Rena DeGroot officiated. Burial took place at Rutland (Glen) Segar; two g brothers,, Twp. Ronald RonaldFinley Finleyof ofBellevue Bellevueand and Twp. Cemetery. Cemetery. Memorial contributions can Paul Segar; three sisters, Gretchen (Paul) Cruz of Wes,t be made to the Sharron L. Palm Beach, Florida, Roberta Tyrrell Memorial Fund. (Shawn) Walker of San Diego, She married Ronald L. California and Maggie Sparks Tyrrell March 21, 1987. of West Palm Beach, Florida; She was a member of the close niece and nephew, Nashville Baptist Church. Melody and Kasey Brown of She was preceded in death Bellevue; grandparents, by her parents, Ford and Rita Margaret Finley ofMesick and Lipscomb. Dorothy L. Biddle ofSheridan; Mrs. Tyrrell is survived by one uncle, Ronald Finley of her husband Ronald L. Tyrrell Mesick and father and mother­ of Hastings; three daughters, in-law, Frank and Sue Holmes Kari (Tim) Burd ofNashville, of Charlotte. Kristine (Tim) Cheney of Funeral services will be held Hastings, Melissa (Carl) Lein- Tuesday, March 4, 1997 at hart of Nashville; three sons, 2:00 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Randy (Ellen) Coon of Home in Charlotte with Pastor Holland, Jeffrey (Deb) Tyrrell David MacDonald officiating. of Hastings, Jody (Shawn) Interment will take place at Tyrrell of Grand Rapids; Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page 14 KFHL records still falling in ‘97 During the third week, the electronic scoreboard ap­ peared stuck as the number three was the popular score. The Red Wings and Rangers started Monday off with a 3-3 tie. Josh Cook picked up a pair of goals and an assist for the Rangers while Patrick Bueker led the Wings' scoring drive with two goals. Threethree was the score at the final buzzer for the North Stars and Senators. Justin Starks con­ tinued to have the hot stick for the Senators as he deliv­ ered a pair of power-play goals in the first period. Jeremy Dunn had a goal and an assist in the third period to wrap up the Senators' scoring. All of the North Stars scoring came in the second period off a pair of goals by James Frith and a solo shot by Jonathan Denton. Continuing the evening's trend, it was a 3-3 tie for the Flyers and Canadiens. Nate Smith, Cameron Smith and Josh Grasman each had single goals for the Flyers. The Canadiens' three points came from Chad Ouellette, Jesse Page and Terry Desrochers. A 7-0 shutout of the Penguins by the Maple Leafs broke the tie trend. Brieann Treloar and Brett Leonard each had a pair of goals for the Leafs. On by Art Frith Three weeks into the season, Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) records continue to fall. In the first week, after dropping a 6-3 decision to the Kings in their KFHL debut, the Senators came back with a vengeance and hammered the Bruins 8-3. Justin Starks' seven goals (five in the secondperiod) and one assist for the Senators set a new record for the most points scored by a single player in a regular season game. The Canadiens downed the Red Wings 4-3 while the North Stars streaked past the Flyers 5-1.The Penguins and Blues settled for a 4-4 tie. Daniel Brooks led the Blues' scoring attack with four goals, while the Penguins picked up goals by Michelle Strong, Myranda Greenman, Mike Wendorf, Christopher Morris and Max Wilson. In other KFHL action.... the Maple Leafs crowned the Kings 4-1 with Brandon Montgomery delivering a pair of goals for the Leafs; it was a 2-2 tie for the Blackhawks and Rangers. Both Blackhawk goals came from Jeff Taylor. Hannah Cole and Ryan Grider delivered the pair of goals for the Rangers. Friday...the Kings blanked the Flyers 3-0, it was the Bru­ ins 6-1 winners over the Blues, and the Red Wings flew past the Blackhawks 5-3. Saturday's KFHL action saw the Senators and Blues skid to a 4-4 tie, the Black­ hawks shut out the Penguins 2- 0, the Kings edged the Canadiens 3-2, and the Maple Leafs blanked the Rangers 5­ 0. After three complete weeks of play, Justin Starks of the Senators leads the league in scoring with 14 goals and one assist. The next closest scorer is the Maple Leafs' Eric Smith with 7 goals and 4 as­ sists. 1997 KFHL STAND­ INGS (as of22 Feb) Maple Leafs 4-0, Kings 3- 1, Canadiens 2-1-1, Red Wings 2-1-1, Blackhawks 2-1-1, Sena­ tors 1-1-2, Bruins 2-2, North Stars 1-1-1, Pen­ guins 1-3-1, Rangers 0­ 2-2, Blues 0-2-2, Flyers 0-3-1. ★ ★ ATTENTION ★ ★ Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointment for a check on your equipment so you’re readyfor Spring. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 4-H Swine project clinic planned There will be a swine workshop on selecting, feeding, caring for and managing 4-H swine projects Monday, March 17, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. Brian Hines, Extension swine/livestock agent, will be the presenter. The workshop is open to any interested 4-H members, leaders or parents. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 1997 MAPLE VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL/SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION SIGN-UP AND PERMISSION SLIP Please complete and return this form to Sign-Up Night at Maple Valley High School Cafeteria on Wednesday, March 5,1997 at 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. All fees must be paid at this time. Make checks payable to: Maple Valley Little League. Please Note: Copy of birth certificate is required for first time sign-up. Players Name_______________________ Addrp^s Pho Birth Date.----------------------------------------- Sex: M______F_______ Players age of August 1,1997 CHECK ONE: ----------- CO-ED Tee Ball — BOYS Pee Wee League Born Between 8-1-89 & 8-1-91 (Ages 6 & 7) Bom Between 8-1-87 & 8-1-89 (Ages 8 & 9) ■ GIRLS Pee Wee League —— BOYS Minor Little League Bom Between 8-1-86 & 8-1-89 (Ages 8 & 9, & 10) Bom Between 8-1-85 & 8-1-87 (Ages 10 & 11) Born Between 8-1-83 & 8-1-85 (Ages 12 & 13) Born Between 8-1-83 & 8-1-86 (Ages 11,12 & 13) — BOYS Major Little League " GIRLS Little League TRAVEL TEAMS.BOYS Ages 10 years and under (Willie Mays Division) Bom on or After Aug. 1,1986 The North Stars managed to walk away with a 3-3 tie against Justin Starks and the Senators during the third week of play in the Kellogg Floor Hockey League. Baseball, softball season around the corner While the calendar may still say that it’s winter, spring is just around the corner and with spring comes baseball and softball. The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association will hold its baseball and softball signups on March 5 from 6-9 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. After the signups, the little league board will hold officer elections and a business meeting. Board members, league directors, coaches and assistant coaches are needed. Participation is needed if the summer baseball and softball ----------- GIRLS Junior Age 14 Bom on or After Aug. 1,1982 ------- — GIRLS Senior Ages 15-16 Born on or After Aug. 1,1981 C^iitiV^ll^t20'00,per childforfirst two children infamily and $5for each child after thefirst two. T-Ball will be $15.00perplayer. Travel Team will be $20.00 PLUS cost ofyour uniform. play Ml**that Si8nS “P af‘“ 'he dead Une °£ MARCH 28'1997 wil* n0‘be g^anteed the opportunity to Please do not send money or slips to school. Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball, it's officers and coaches will not be responsible for any injuries incurred while playing summer baseball or softball. Parents Signature Shirt Size: Youth M Date Adult: Please Check ifyou would like to: S M L XL XXL Coach Help Coach interest, one in Pee Wee Reese (11-12) and one in Sandy Koufax (13-14). This would allow Maple Valley to have one team Willie Mays (9-10), one in Pee Wee Reese and one in Sandy Koufax. These teams will play in the Mid-Michigan League, which offers competitive baseball in the age divisions. The 15year-old boys will play in the Pony Boys League. The Maple Valley Youth Baseball and Softball Association hope you consider a position in the program and looks forward to a successful 1997 season. USA Volleyball seeks coaches and players The USA Volleyball Center of Grand Rapids has named Rod Wilde as its new head coach for the USA Volleyball and Junior Olympic programs that jsegin on March 10. Jr. High team scores win on mats Maple Valley's Junior High wrestling team traveled to Climax for a tri-meet on Feb. 24. Maple Valley winners against the Climax-Scots team were Jason Silsbee (120, pin in 1:10), Randy Silsbee (125, pin in 1:22), Troy Sloan (130, pin in 25 seconds), Jeff Jones (135, pin in 1:11) and Mike Washbum (140, pin in 3:56). Winners against Schoolcraft were Jeff Rhoades (115, 7-2 decision and pin in 4:16), Jason Silsbee (120, pin in 32 seconds), Randy Silsbee (125, pin in 52 seconds), Troy Sloan (130, pin in 40 seconds), Jeff Jones (135, pin in 1:56), Jacob Cole (140, pin in 34 seconds) and Kyle Lacksheide (heavyweight, pin in 2:02). —— BOYS Ages 12 years and under (Pee Wee Reese Division) Bom on or After Aug. 1,1984 BOYS Ages 14 years and under (Sandy Koufax Division) Bom on or After Aug. 1,1982 ----------- BOYS Pony League Ages 14-15 Bom on or After Aug. 1,1981 program is to continue. Baseball and softball will be offered to the following age divisions: Co-ed Tee Ball (ages 6-7), Pee Wee Girls (8­ 10), Pee Wee Boys (8-9), Boys Minor League (10-11), Boys Major League (12-13) and Girls Little League (11­ 13). The board is expanding their travel teams and are offering a new age division for girls softball. The new division will play in the Ionia League. The divisions are Junior (14) and Senior (15-16). The boys travel teams would like to add two new teams in there is enough Lions to take part in Bellevue district tourney Maple Valley's varsity basketball team began its quest for a district title last night in the Bellevue district. The Lions (6-12) will face Olivet (13-5) on Wednesday night if they get past the host Broncos (13-5) in the district's opener. Wilde is a former assistant coach for the USA Men's National Volleyball team. The USA Volleyball Center's AAU Junior Olympic program, Stars & Stripes Junior Volleyball Club, will provide Midwest players the opportunity to compete in four age divisions: 18-andunder, 16-and-under, 14-andunder and 12-and-under. Tryout dates are 18-and-under March 13,16-and-under March 18, 14-and-under March 17 and 12-and-under March 17. The Center will be holding a mandatory player and parent meeting March 10 for those interested in playing for the Stars & Stripes Volleyball Club. The volleyball club is also accepting applications from those interested in coaching a Stars & Stripes team. Each coach will receive IMPACT certification, a training process offered through USA Volleyball (the national governing body for the sport of volleyball) and the American Volleyball Coaches Association. IMPACT certification is designed for volleyball coaches of all levels and is mandatory for anyone wishing to coach a junior team. If there are any further questions, contact the Center at (616) 224-5544. Jr. wrestling gets underway Maple Valley's junior high wrestling team traveled to Delton on Feb. 18 to open its season. Only three of the team's 12 members had previous wrestling experience. Winners included Jeff Rhodes at 115 (pin in 3:54), Jason Silsbee at 120 (pin in forty seconds), Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in fifty two seconds), Isaac Franco at 130 (pin in 1:51) and Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 2:42). On Feb. 19 the team wrestled at Leslie with four mats men wrestling against Stockbridge. Winners at Leslie included Rhodes three times at 115 (pin in twenty two seconds, pin in twenty seven seconds and a pin in 2:07), Randy Silsbee twice at 125 (a 9-1 decision and a pin in 2:32), Troy Sloan at 130 (pin in 2:30), Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 1:29) and Jacob Cole at 140 (pin in 1:57). If you get this booklet you won’t need a form. Just a phone. 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Carefree SWM, 22, 6'1", 220lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, enjoys riding horses, country music and dancing, NASCAR, seeking easygoing SF, with similar interests. Adf.7403 SWF, 34, 5'4”, blonde hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys outdoor sports, camping, family outings, seeks honest, caring SM, who likes children. Ad#.1555 HONEST & CARING Focused, attractive SWF, 28, 5'5", 260lbs., blond hair, brown eyes, enjoys camping, movies, swim­ ming, seeking employed, independent, goal-orient­ ed SM, who likes children. Ad#.7728 LAUGHS & MEMORIES Single white female, 33, 5’3", Iona-brown hair, enjoys karate, exercising, taking walks, horseback riding, seeks caring, responsible single male. Adf .2828 SETTLE DOWN? to your YOUNG-AT-HEART RESPECT ME REALISTIC GOALS Optimistic, relaxed SWM, 45, 5’9”, brown hair, employed, enjoys cooking, movies, beach walks, seeks honest, liberal, intellectual SF, for wonderful limes. 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SWEEP ME AWAY ENJOYS PEOPLE SWF, 38, 5T, lids., blonde hair, blue eyes, social worker, likes tennis, bowing, seeks honest, fan-tovinq SM, who can get along with people. Adf. 1314 Easygoing single white mom, 22, 5*1", 135lbs., strawberry blonde hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys music, movies, time with daughter,r, seeks trustworthy, honest singfe male. Ad#.8991 Childless SWF, 54,5'2", brown hair/eyes, hobbies include fishing, boating, antiques, flea markets, seeks honest SM, for partnership. Adf .5240 ENERGETIC Active SW mom, 28, 5*. 85Ibs, brown heir, blue eyes, upbeat enjoys sports, playing cards, seeking patient humorous SM, likes kids. Ad#.8424 male. Adf.1245 Single white female, 20,5'5”,. 115lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys dancing, partying, good times, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. 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Single white female, 43.5~6", 140fcs.. blonde hair, blue eyes, Cathofic, fanny, employed, Bees travel, sports, dining out, music, reeding, seeking Amor­ ous, honest commuted single mate. Adf.1209 Fun-loving, single white female, 34,5'10", medium build, outgoing, goal-oriented, likes travel, biking, camping, movies, dancing, seeks responsible, focused, honest, funny single male. Ad# 1995 Bubbly, fan-loving single white female, 50, under 5’, redhead, green eyes, enjoys dancing, movies, Bingo, travel, seeks warm-hearted, honest, open single male. Ad#. 1227 . CAREER-ORIENTED I’M A CANCER SW mom, 32,5’6", sandy blonde, blue eyes, fanI loving, enjoys swimming, biking, skiing, reading, I movies, seeks honest, communicative SM I Ad# 9876 . Pretty SWF, 27,5*6", 135t». btorxtish-brown hair, green eyes, manager, enjoys church, dandng. singing, seeks nice, attractive, affectionate SM. 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Ad#.4756 2451 Wehrle Drive, Willia .Y. 14 �The Moele Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 4, 1997 — Page Maple Valley Lions hoopsters come up with big season end Maple Valley's varsity basketball team had one of its best performances in its final regular season game, defeating SMAA foe St. Philip 78-66 at home on Friday night. The Lions (7-13 overall and 4-8 in SMAA play) received 39 of their 78 points from three double digit scorers. Cody Page tallied 16 points, including four 3pointers, Mike Heyboer scored T3 points, with 11 coming from the free throw line, and Scott Spitzer added 13 points, including one 3-pointer. Dave Garland led -the St. Philip team with 15 markers: Mike Heyboer made 4 steals and Jim Mitchell 12 rebounds also to guide the hometown Lions to the season-ending win. Maple Valley will take part in the district basketball , tournament this week at Bellevue High. Jim Mitchess lauches a jumper over two St. Philip defenders in Friday’s SMAA game at Maple Valley. Mike Heyboer was one of three Lions who tallied in double digits as Maple Valley posted 78 points in a win over St. Phil. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Photos by Perry Hardin 3SSSSSSSSSSSSS$£SSS£J USDA Choice * Boneless No Waste Omstead Battered Pork Sizzlers Bone Steak SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS From Ball Tip, Choice 1# Pkg., Wampler Sround Turkey 32 Oz., IGA Catsup j mburger Beef Sizzlers ssssssssssssssgsisassssssss &sssss&ssssssssssss&smsssssss^ssssassssssBL 28 Oz., Asst. Prego 28 Oz., IGA Spaghetti Sauces Instant Rice 15-20 Oz., Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes or Gallon, Bareman’s Lowfat & Skim Apple Jacks Milk Bareman’s 24 Oz. Cottage Cheese 's^MmaS Milk 2 Liter I 7»Up : Products IG?A£ ? 99*. Ph 726-0S40 Vermontville Grocery Rh es Mkt we Dep. Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Eri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday sssssssxssssssssmssssssxssxs j j ■7%. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-03-11.pdf 46a3c8c5765ea0b962f1fde8f07b492b PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 10 — Tuesday, March 11, 1997 Vermontville man appointed to Veterans Trust Board position by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Tom Williams of Ver­ montville has always been an advocate for veterans, so what better choice for an appoint­ ment to the Michigan Veter- ans Trust Fund Board of Trustees? The Vietnam Veterans of America appointed Williams to a two-year term as the group's representative for Eaton County Feb. 18, and in a letter expressed their thanks for all he has done for local vets. "On behalf of the board and staff, allow me to express ap­ preciation for the service you have given, and will continue to provide," wrote Brig. Gen­ eral Michael J. Rice, deputy director and assistant adjuntant general for Veterans Affairs. Williams, along with many others representing veterans, the VFW and the American Last defendant in Maple Grove robbery sentenced by Jason Carr StaffWriter The last of three defendants was sentenced to prison Thursday for his role in the Dec. 9 break-in and armed robbery of the Laurel Manor Adult Foster Care home in Maple Grove Township. Christopher Cummings, 18, and his co-conspirators Tomas E. Parsons, 20, and Michael J. Dupree, 18, all of Charlotte entered the home with shotguns and wearing ski masks. They bound and gagged the owner of the home, the cook and visiting neighborhood teen and took about $1,500 belonging to residents. Prosecutor Dale Crowley told the court that under the terms of the plea agreement with Cummings, he would recommend a minimum prison term of five to 10 years. He recommended a total sentence of eight to 15 years. Cummings pleaded guilty tp armed robbery in Circuit Court Feb. 13. "This defendant appears very similar to the other defendant, Mr. Parsons," said Crowley. He said like Parsons, Cummings had been through the juvenile court system. Cummings* attorney, David Gilbert, disagreed with Crow­ ley's contention that Cum­ mings was similar to Parsons. He said Cummings success­ fully completed his probation for a juvenile felony of mali­ cious destruction of property over $100. "The idea that my client is like Mr. Parsons," Gilbert said, "Mr. Parsons had an adult felony conviction" and was the leader ofthe break-in. In imposing sentence, Cir­ cuit Judge James Fisher said he thought the probation de­ partment's recommended sen­ tence falling between the sen­ tences given to Dupree and Parsons "makes sense. Some­ one could have been killed very easily if someone made a mistake," he said. Sea Robbery, P. 12 Legion, will be helping others with emergency situations. According to the state office of the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund, this committee plays an important role in dispersing funds to fellow veterans who for whatever reason cannot meet financial obliga­ tions. The trust fund, established in 1946 by the State Legislature, was established to help all veterans. Williams and other committee members will meet on a regular basis and review applications of those who need some extra help. According to a recent press relase this organization has helped 465 veterans and their dependents in Eaton County alone over the past three years. * Many around Vermontville know Williams, but he is perhaps best recognized for his efforts to organize the Ellis E Austin parade in Vermontville in the spring of last year. Williams had served with Austin in the Vietnam War and was fortunate enough to return home. Austin became one of those sad statistics, recorded as "missing in action". Thirty years to the day of his disappearance, public officials and veterans from all over gathered in Vermontville to honor their fallen comrade, and to pay tribute to others who gave their lives in Viet­ nam. Among special guests at that parade was Austin's Kathy Austin Lockston, who had lost her father, her hero, at age 18. She told a very personal story of the effects his disappearance had on her family. First was the hope that he would some day return, and then despair when finally ready to accept his fate and say See Trust fund, P. 7 Wizard of 0z’ production set this weekend at high school Those looking for some family entertainment close to home may want to "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" to Maple Valley High this weekend. "The Wizard Of Oz" will go on stage in the high school auditorium Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 13, 14 and 15, with a large cast, including old favorites and many new faces. With weeks of preparation, a colorful stage is ready for the journey to Oz. That, combined with dance, and solos can attract all ages. This musical has been planned with children in mind. "We have planned a special matinee for kids on the 15th (of March)," said Director Norma Jean Acker. "This is a real family production and we hope that all will take advan­ tage and bring the kids, make an afternoon of it." Though many associate the "Wizard of Oz" with the movie, this production is based upon the book and will be somewhat different, but also entertaining according to Acker. Fans will follow Dorothy on her adventure to the land of Oz with the cowardly lion, the tin man, and the scarecrow, and will meet up with the wicked witch and, of course, the wizard. Dog lovers may miss Toto in this production, but the cast will include Aunt Em and No need to grab your glasses, your not seeing double! There is however two Dorothy's and two scarecrows in Maple Valley's "The Wizard of Oz". With each curtain will come a different combination of characters this weekend. Will Dorothy, the scarecrow and the tin man make it safely to Oz, or will the wicked witch cook up some mischief ? Travel with these characters through the enchanted forest at Maple V alley High this weekend. Uncle Henry, and, of course, all of the munchkins. Just who all is in MV's production of the Wizard of Oz? Dorothy is double cast in this production because the part is so much fun, and de­ pending on which night you decide to take in the show you take the adventure along the yellow brick road with gither Megann Patrick or Tomi Jo Sealy. Another favorite in the pro­ duction, the scarecrow, will be double cast by Dan Leep and Robb Rosin. More of the favorites from the "Wizard of Oz" include Aunt Em played by Beth Sleeper, Farmhand Joe and the Wizard himself, played by Craig McDougal, Uncle Henry played by Matt Knoll, The Tin Woodman played by Kyle Curtis and the Cowardly Lion played by Travis McIn­ tire. Chris Dunham, Brad Rapson, Amy Jo Parish, Sarah Hughes, Rachel Ritenburgh, See Wizard of Oz, P. 2 In This Issue. • Maplewood kids have ‘Color Our World’ window contest • Nashville’s first Syrup Queen reflects on her one-year reign • Three seats open in school election • Hoopsters and matmen finish season �Th* Mopl* Valley N*w». Naihvill*. Tuesday. March 11, 1997 — Pag* 2 WIZARD OF OZ, continued from front page These a just a few of the characters that will introduce you to Emerald City this This cowardly lion is looking to the Wizard for some courage. Will he, Dorothy, The tinman and the scarecrow find their way to Oz. Will Dorothy ever get back to Kansas?? Annie Carney, Hayley Todd. Mandy Pierce, Bethany Poyer, and Holly Carrigan will wel- come the audience to Munch kin Land. Others on stage will include V CHERYL CHERYLS ’S HAIR SHOP 1 | ° CHERYL PIERCE, Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml • U Ap 517-852*2377 A Hairstyles...for .for Men, Women * V VUI & Children AV EDA. 1A. O q T Rachel Brown, Nicole Wil­ son, Crystal Prieur, Erin Car­ ney, Melissa Dickey, Carrie Balko, Corey, Matt Hall, Roxanne Guernsey, Shilo Beals, Kristen Frith, Melissa Kirwin, Jessica Gearin, Kristy Sealy, Kim Knoll, Lauren Hansbarger, Liz Stanton, Emi lie Gould and Corey Pethick. "There are many people in­ volved with this production that don't appear on stage but have made it all possible," said Acker. "Like choreo­ grapher, Vickie Diebold who has been a part of our Heard about RAPID REFUND? Find out if you qualify at H &R BLOCK Helen Vedder You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 weekend during the production of The Wizard of Oz. productions since ’Fiddler On the Roof." Others that Acker men­ tioned include Doug Acker, Jim King, Trent Graham and Jason Joppie who have been working on set construction, and Leah Sleeper. "Leah is our artist behind the scenes,” she said. Tickets are still available at the door for $3, and depending on who your favorite stars are, and of course your schedule, there is a show to please everyone. • Thursday March 13: Opening night will have Megann Patrick and Dan Leep starring in this production with some real surprises along the yellow brick road, starting at 7 p.m. • Friday night, March 14, this show begins at 7 p.m. and features the duo of Tomi Jo Sealy and Robb Rosin. • A Saturday matinee is planned with youngsters in mind and will feature Megann Patrick as Dorothy, and Robb Rosin as "the Scarecrow." Curtain time is 2pm. • Saturday night is the last chance to see this production. Curtain time is 7 p.m. and for the final production of the Wizard, Tomi Jo Sealy and Dan Leep will appear as Dorothy and the Scarecrow. Are Dorothy and the scarecrow lost or are they are wondering how to escape from the pranks of the wicked witch ? Medical First Responder Class EE Starting: March 22, 6 to 8 weeks long Place: Nashville Ambulance Station Time: Starting at 9:00 a.m. Call for more information 517-852-9661 Successful students will receive a State License LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ..11a.m. Evening Worship.... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of MSB on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .u a.m. P.M. Worship......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship.................. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN ('A ml. East of MSB, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................ 10 a.m, A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m P.M. Service ..................... 6 p.m PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service.................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service........................ 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship .... m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................. 9:45 Sunday School.................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO E E E E I I I E E �Maple Volley News, Nashville. Tuesday, March 11. 1997 — Page 3 Eaton Federals**^ Bank Serving Mid- Michigan for 60 Years ®1937 —1997 . While The Big Banks Are Building Their Empires, We're Building Better Communities. The following is a list of projects and organizations we participated with in 1996 Helping Hands - Eaton County Olivet High School Band Nashville Walk for Warmth Eaton County 4-H Clubs Eaton Rapids Chamber of Commerce Housing Services for Eaton County Eaton County Child Abuse Prevention Council Junior Achievement Courthouse Square Ass'n. Michigan Sheriff's Ass'n. Grand Ledge Rotary Eaton County Habitat for Humanity SADD Lock-in Youth Baseball Grand Ledge Lions Club Michigan Week Newspapers for Schools Young People Citizenship Seminar Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival American Cancer Society Bike A Thon Olivet Softball Say No to Drugs Olympic Torch Olivet Lions Club Emergency Housing for Eaton County Olivet Summer Recreation Crime Stoppers Eaton County 4-H Fair Eaton Rapids Historical Society Shrine Circus for Needy Children Eaton County Extension Services National Fire Safety Olivet FFA Greenhouse Calhoun County Fair Nashville Lions Club Christine Bird Fund Eaton County Community Foundation CHS Oriole Scramble Eaton County Crop Walk Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Charlotte Frontier Days Eaton Rapids 5th Grade Jr. Pro Basketball Eaton County Cancer Society Eaton Rapids Playground Charlotte, Olivet, Eaton Rapids, Grand Ledge & Nashville United Way School Employees Appreciation Reception Child Abuse, Neglect & Prevention Council Juvenile Court Christmas Lunch Radio Talking Book Eagles Christmas Dinner Community Service Is A Priority At Eaton Federal! Our Corporate Office Is Here In The Heart Of Mid-Michigan Shouldn't you bank with a local bank? Eaton Federal FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 OFFICE HOURS; Grand Ledge - 627-6292 Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon .......................................................s..... —... ...................... �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 11. 1997 — Page A Colonial Days’ planned at From Our Readers... Maplewood Elementary Nashville Boy Scouts need more volunteers To the editor: It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping prepare young men to make ethical choices and to achieve their full potential through the course of their lives. The values we attempt to in­ still are based on those found in the Boy Scout Oath and Law. The oath is: “On my honor, I will do my best to do my du­ ty, to God and my country and to obey the scout law; to help other people at all times, to keep myselfphysically strong, mentally awake and morally straight.” The law is: “A scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, reverent.” As adult leaders and members of the committee of Troop 176 in Nashville, we affirm that we believe and follow the values prescribed by the mission statement of the Boy Scouts of America. All meetings are open to anyone interested in learning more about who we are and what we stand for. During warm weather, we meet at the scout hall by the river. In cold weather, meetings are held at the Castleton Township Hall or the community building. Our troop conducts meetings and activities accor­ ding to guidelines established by the Boy Scouts ofAmerica. Our main concern is for the COME DANCE THE NIGHTAWAY WITH... The Nashville Ambulance Crew Place: VFW Hall o Date: March 15 Time 8:00 p.m. Cost $6.00 single $10.00 couple Door prizes, 50/50 drawing, Fund Raiser safety, welfare, growth and development of our young men. We feel that this is one of the most important ex­ periences a boy can have. The nation^ average for boys attaining the rank of Eagle is three out of every hundred. Of approximately 60 boys registered to troop 176 over the last 10 years, seven boys have achieved. This number is well above the na­ tional average. We are very proud of these boys and all adults who remain committed to the scouting program. Our Eagles are Andy Swartz, Sam Javor, Rudy Othmer, Ben and Chris Mudry, Josh Cerny and Lee Ossenheimer. We have two boys close to earning their Eagle. Chris Dunham and Jon Mudry should both be Eagles in the next 18 months. So many families today have both parents working or have single parents. This makes our need for volunteers much greater. We need individuals willing to offer services as adult leaders, merit badge counselors, and board of review interviewers. We are sponsored by the VFW Post in Nashville and we could ask for no truer friends, especially John Rapson. If you have time to give, call Sue Dunham at 852-1925 or Elton Tait at 852-0816. Troop 176 committee and leaders, Nashville SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts c Full Color Copies I u 0 N A A d each r 8%xl 1" only I r Good through March ’97 (No copyrighted pictures) I (N Char otte a Lithograph inc. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 ______ Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Amy Smith's students have been dipping candles and dying cloth with berry juice as part of a lesson on colonial times. They will share these experiences and others at a "Colonial Celebration'1 for moms and dads next Tuesday, (from left) Erica Johnson, Pat Andrews, Mark Rodrequez, Nicole Rucinski, Amber Terberg, Rachelle Swift and Casey Mayo. Two classrooms at Maple­ wood have taken a trip back in time. History lessons in Amy Smith's and Lori Bunker's classrooms have involved more than opening up the books lately. These kids have witnessed just how some an­ cestors lived in colonial times, with lessons in things such as candle making, cloth dying, and day to day living in the 13 colonies. "It has been quite a lesson," said Smith. "With these hands on activities, I believe that the kids absorb so much more." Now those students are go­ ing to share what they have learned with parents, and grandparents in a "Colonial Days Celebration" Tuesday, March 18. All of these special guests will be entertained with speeches and demonstrations and then a turkey dinner for Dunhams to celebrate 25 years the grand finale! On March 17th, 1997, Frank and Susan Dunham of The mornings activities Nashville will be celebrating their twenty-fifth will begin at 9 a.m. in the anniversary. They were married in the St. Mary gym and both teachers are Catholic Church in Charlotte, Michigan. The Dunhams hoping for a big turn out. Af­ have four sons, Thomas, Joseph, James and Christo­ ter each class has put on their pher. They will celebrate with their family on Sunday, demonstrations, dinner will be March 16th. served. Volunteers are needed for TAXES • TAXES • TAXES • TAXES this event, and those interested in helping should contact Maplewood school and leave a H > H p message for either teacher. ; RL Hill Tax Service: New Location... National Honor Society review process begins Induction into this year’s Maple Valley National Honor Society will be held on Mon­ day, March 24, at 7 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. Any sophomore, junior or senior who has accumulated at 3.3 grade point average or better is a candidate for membership. Members are selected based on academic ability, character, leadership and community service. Membership applications have already been sent out. Any students who feel they should have received a letter and didn’t should see Gail Johnson immediately. Thornapple Lake Estates 6334 Thornapple Lake Road, Lot 37, Nashville CD 111 Individuals, Specializing in Farms, Partnerships & Small Corporations NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT With Ad * Call 517-852-0121 S3XV1 • S3XV1 • S > S <» 15 Years Experience • S3XV1 • S3XV1 THE REVUE Will be holding auditions for the,,. Baseball Show at the Vermontville Opera House, March 17th at 6 p.m. All ages, 4th grade to adult. Please call if unable to come to above date. For more information call 517*726*0804 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 11, 1997 — Page 5 Spartan Motors' year-end operating results improved Spartan Motors of Charlotte has announced results for the year ended Dec. 31, highlighted by increased gross margin, improved operating results and closure ofits Mex­ ico operations. The custom chassis manufacturer posted net earn­ ings of $2.3 million, or 18 cents per share, on net revenues of $175.8 million in 1996, versus net earnings of $3.4 million, or 27 cents per share, on net revenues of $154.1 million in 1995. Spar­ tan’s net earnings were below the previous year as a result of a one-time charge of $4.4 million related to its decision to close its Spartan de Mexico operation. Exclusive of the one-time charge from the company’s discontinued Mexico opera­ tion, Spartan Motors would have recorded net earnings of $5.1 million, or 41 cents per share, for the year ended Dec. 31, 1996. “We are very happy with Spartan’s progress in 1996, as we were able to expand our product and revenue based and continue to improve our operating margins,” Spartan Motors President and Chief Operating Officer John Sztykiel said. “Our decision to close the Spartan de Mexico operation illustrates our focus on deploying, our assets in profitable business segments which offer clear growth horizons.” Sztykiel added that Mex­ ico’s reduced restrictions and tariffs associated with impor­ ting chassis to Mexico also support closing the facility. Additionally, Spartan’s recent acquisition of a minority stake in Carpenter Industries Inc. affords the company access to Carpenter’s established Mex­ ican and Central American sales and distribution network to address future market op­ portunities in this region. For the year ended Dec. 31, Spartan’s gross margin (gross profit as a percentage of sales) Obituaries (Robert) Lee Bell OKEMOS - (Robert) Lee Bell, age 86, of Okemos, formerly of Nashville, passed away Monday, March 3, 1997 at his son’s home in Delton. He was bom November 12, 1910 in Maple Grove of Barry County, the son of Joseph and Lottie (Newton) Bell. He graduated from Nashvil­ le High School. Mr. Bell married Iona Gillespie in Potterville on April 22, 1934. He farmed with his two younger brothers until 1945 when he went to work at MSU. He was a shepherd there until his retirement in 1972 and contributed much to the lives­ tock industry. Mr. Bell was preceded in death by his wife, Iona, May 5, 1996; one grandson, Jeffrey Whitmyer and two brothers, Albert and Paul Bell. He is survived by two sons, Duane C. (Kay) Bell of Bliss­ field and Robert L. Bell of Delton; three daughters, Beverly K. Whitmyer of Haslett, Barbara J. (George) Owens of Roswell, New Mexico and Janice M. (Dan) Wolverton of Holt; thirteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Thursday, March 6,1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel. Rev. Robert Palmer officiated. Burial took place at Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Kalamazoo or The Cancer Society. Will Be Closed March 11-15 Diana's Place The Place to Go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 8 Diana Kuempel — Owner — 852-9481 HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. 2475 Ionia Rd., Vermontville, MI 49096 If you are thinking about buying or selling Call JOAN SHANAFELT Office: 517-726-0967 Residence: 517-852-0863 Fax: 517-726-1300 When you are having your morning coffee, I have been on the job for over an hour. Office Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Field Hours: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. increased to 15.5 percent, up from 14.5 percent in 1995, fueled by improved operating effiencies, reduced and more accurate inventories, and a stronger mix ofhigher margin chassis. Spartan’s selling, general and administrative ex­ penses also grew at a slower rate than sales in 1996, reflec­ ting the company’s commit­ ment to cost management. For the fourth quarter, Spartan Motors posted a net loss of $1.2 million, or 10 cents a share, on $42.4 million in revenues. This compares to net earnings of $1.2 million, or 10 cents per share, on net revenues of $45.1 million for the same period in 1995. Exclusive of the charge related to the company’s discontinued Spartan de Mex­ ico operation, Spartan posted net earnings of $1.6 million, or 12 cents per share, in the fourth quarter 1996. “Our growth prospects in transit buses, school buses and our other markets demand the full attention of our time and financial resources. Our deci­ sion to close Spartan de Mex­ ico allows us to wipe the slate clean and recommit our energy toward business segments, which add value and offer measurable growth opportunities,” said Chief Financial Officer Richard Schalter. Spartan’s improved operating results in 1996 were driven by a more than 100 percent increase in the com­ pany’s transit and school bus chassis sales, as well as a solid rebound in motorhome chassis sales. Moving forward, Spartan expects continued groth in Barry County COA menu and events set Wednesday, March 12 Breaded pork patty, baked potato, sour cream, mixed veggies, dinner roll, margarine, dessert. Thursday, March 13 Spanish Rice, com, tossed salad w/dressing, bread, margarine, cobbler. Friday, March 14 Tuna noodle casserole, green beans, stewed tomatoes, bread, margarine, fruit. Monday, March 17 Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pears. Tuesday, March 18 Veal birds w/gravy, - red potato, European blend, bread, margarine, pudding. Events Wednesday, March 12 — Hastings, craft day; Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, Dulcimer at 11:30; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, March 13 Hastings, music, Reid/Nye; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Hastings 8:30-12:30 Tax Day. Friday, March 14 — Hastings, Dulcimer; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, puzzle- day. Hastings, 9:00-12:00, Tax Day. Monday, March 1-7- — Hastings, music/party, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, party day, Nashville 5; Woodland, party day; Delton, party day. Tuesday, March 18 — Puz­ zle day. Hastings, Alz. meeting, 1-3 p.m. its bus chassis business, margin improvement in motorhome chassis fueled by Spartan’s new independent front suspension (IFS) chassis, and initial market penetration in concrete mixers and the 35,000-unit step van industry. “Our commitment to new and diverse markets in 1996 will pay dividends in the com­ ing year as we work to in­ crease the scope of custombuilt Spartan chassis,” said Sztvkiel. In January 1997, Spartan announced its purchase of a one-third stake in school bus body builder Carpenter In­ dustries. Spartan previously reported that Carpenter would post a modest loss in the first half of 1996. which would be reflected as an equity line item on Spartan Motors’ quarterly earnings results. “We are working closely with Carpenter to drive im­ proved quality and production efficiencies in both their school bus and new step van HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. markets, and the results are beginning to take hold,” Sztykiel said. “Carpenter's production improvements are also impacting sales as dealers and customers recognize the successful turnaround and for­ ward progress Carpenter has achieved.” Spartan Motors is one ofthe world’s leading manufac­ turers of custom chassis for motor homes, fire trucks, transit buses, school buses, concrete mixers and specialty vehicles. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. 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GRAND LEDGE SCHOOLS ■ Large yard. 2 bedroom home that has been completely renovated. Only $62,000. BELLEVUE SCHOOLS - A great choice for your family. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Large fenced yard. Partially finished walk-out basement. 3 miles south of Bellevue on hard surfaced road. Call Rhea 517-852-9414 or 800-801-6043. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS, CASGROVE STREET - A snug 2 bedroom home ready for YOU1 Walking distance from Fuller Street Schools, one block from M-66 in Nashville. Fenced yard with 116-car gar­ age. Call Rhea 517-852-9414. 19 ACRES VACANT LAND In Village of Vermontville. This could be a residential development. $62,000. Call Dixie 517­ 726-0721. 80 ACRE FARM with 9 bedroom home. 40x92 pole barn, with land for hunting or farming. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. 10 ACRE BUILDING SITES NEAR LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - Land could be divided. Has been perked. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. COMMERCIAL/INCOME PRICE REDUCED MAKE AN OFFER. Hastings party store with high traffic count. Room for a second business income. $190,000. Call Dixie. INDUSTRIAL PARK • CHARLOTTE 2 acres. $75,000. Call Dixie. OFFICE/WAREHOUSE IN CHARLOTTE Bldg, is 90% leased. Will lease remanding area or sell entire 3 acres and 18,000 S/F building. Call Dixie. EQUITY BUILDERS - Two rentals in Lans­ ing. Receive rental payments for more than mortgage payment. Call Dixie. ~COUPON HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. REALESTATE L 517-726-0721 When you list your home with us FREE...Market Analysis and $400 towards closing costs or 1 Year Home Warranty at closing. COUPON GOOD THROUGH MARCH 31,1997 �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 11, 1M7 Page Maplewood kids have ‘Color Our World’ window contest by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Rainbows, fish, racing cars, candy and cartoons: What do they all have in common? All now appear on the win- Meet the fifth grade winners of the window painting contest at Maplewood. This colorful window was a combined effort. Students from Lori Bunker's room and Amy Smith's room teamed up and spent many hours. Congratulations Kids!! Tiger looks as though he could bounce right off that window and into your lap! This was also declared a winner and representing Paula Guajardo’s class are Holly Clouse and Marc Landgraf. Thanks to you, all sorts of everyday products are being made from the paper, plastic, metal and glass that you've been recycling. But to keep recycling working to help protect the environment, you need to buy those products. £ recycled materials, and buy them. It would mean the world to all of us. To receive a free brochure, write Buy Recycled, Environmental Defense Fund, 257 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10010, or call 1-800-CALL-EDF. wEFA ENVIRONMENTAL Reading must be as sweet as candy! This M & M window was the creation of sixth graders in Vicki William's classroom. Representing the class are Jessica Mansfield, Brieann Treloar, Ashley Goordeneer and Austin Fassett. dows at Maplewood Elementary in every bright color imaginable! It's all part of this year's reading month theme, "Color Our World," and a contest that could put Principal Nancy Potter in a real predicament. When March calendars were passed out during a "kick-off assembly Feb. 28, Potter dared the students to take part in all of the activities planned, though none were a require­ ment. If enough points were accumulated by all of the classrooms combined, she would have to appear at school on April 1 in her pa­ jamas! Now with a week's worth of special events under their belts, the totals are slowly adding up. Though many ac­ tivities are under way, the window painting contest has been by far the most popular. All of the classrooms had to devise a plan for their win­ dows that would incorporate the importance of reading while using imaginations and incorporating this year's theme. Now almost every window in the building is covered in bright colors and depicts some slogan. Maple Valley News visited Maplewood with a panel of judges on Friday and wit­ nessed the selection of win­ ners for the window painting contest. Though each room is a winner for participating, four certificates were passed out for exceptional windows. Two rooms • working to­ gether managed to catch the judges' eyes with Smithsville and Bunker Island, placing the classrooms in first place for the fifth-grade section of the building. M & M's coloring window next to the office completed by Vicki William's sixthgraders, also was a first place winner. Two honorable mention awards were also presented. A tiger, painted by sixth-graders in Paula Guajardo's room looks as though he may jump right out of the window and grab those passing by! He and his colorful friends produced a honorable mention award. And last, but not least, was the small window at the end of the fifth grade hallway be­ longing to students who re­ ceive some special help from Glenna McDonald. A bright Indy car there races to the fin­ ish line, which is lined with books. That, too, received an honorable mention award. More contests and special events are planned for this week at Maplewood, and there are even some surprises along the way. Continued next page— VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival TALENT SHOW perto" to"" 0^ ^ Friday, April 25, 1997 •6:30 PM* Call...517-726-1077 or 517-852-0882 Two Divisions: Junior: 13 & Under Senior: 14 & Over Celebrate the joy of spring Easter is Sunday, March 30. Enjoy the beauty and magic of spring with fresh flowers presented in this one-of-a-kind Teleflora keepsake. Crafted of fine French crystal, Teleflora's Crystal Tulip Centerpiece adds sparkle to any celebration. To send the Crystal Tulip Centerpiece anywhere in the U.S. Mapes Florist ' - Delivery Available - 207 N. 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Tuesday, March 11, 1997 Poge 8 Nashville’s first Syrup Queen reflects on her one-year reign Vermontville Sarah and Roxanne met some 'questionable' characters while participating in various parades. One such fellow was this clown who hitched a ride on their float. Saturday of the Vermontville Syrup Festival, especially the Grand Parade and events that follow are something that every queen treasurers. 1996 Alternate Queen Roxanne Guernsey (left) and Queen Sarah Hughes are shared the stage with last years honored producers, the Martins. by Cindy J. Smith Soitaajfjf W nrruitcerr When selected as the Vermontville Syrup Queen VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THS MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville MAPLE VALLEY /VCReal Estate \v 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE . jusl • J special surprise Hughes, the first Nashville native to reign. Many little girls dream of claiming that title, riding on a float and waving to admirers, and Sarah was no different. The past year, however, hasn't been just fame and glory. She takes the responsibility of promoting her communUy and maple syrup very seriously. She also has made some new friends along the way, and with her enthusiasm, she has made MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS * THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR* R* Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Usting Service (MLS) • Hone Warranty Available oan & Homer Winegar.. Nyle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 PRICE REDUCED!! NASHVILLE 2 BR RANCH - Possession at close. $57,000!! (CASH) On large lot with nice shade trees, garden spot, home has garage & breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) 2 HOUSES - Large barn & granary — on 4 plus acres. Needs work — sold "as is." 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This competition, from scratch. The results were never noticed before how like everything else, was great, according to Sarah, and much people got into the taken seriously. Sarah spent it meant more when it was parade and, of course, I had many hours at the library in done because the girls had never been involved behind Vermontville researching worked so hard. the scenes. There is a lot more history and prior festivals. Then came the big day. than I thought to making She also decided to visit a "I have always just loved syrup!" local producer. After the syrup festival, the Saturday of festival," said "I went out and visited the the queen. "There is so much Hughes began planning her Wilsons," she said. "It was a going on. Representing the summer calendar. There would lot of fun and I felt better community meant a lot to be parades and festivals ofone prepared. And the library was me." kind or another throughout the full of books just relating to She also said that the year. This made for an the past festivals!" weekend and preparations were Continued next page She also visited with former queen Sarah Mater for tips, and had her parents drill her every night, making sure she could answer questions that she anticipated. . That was just a dose of the hard work to come. Her first lesson, after the excitement of her new title wound down a bit, was with the float. Some might think that the float, decorated special for the queen and her alternate, is the work of others. Not so. Hughes and alternate Roxanne Guernsey got their hands dirty right off the bat, taking the old float out of storage and trying to resurrect it into something presentable for the parade. "We waited too long to get started," said Sarah. "It was a mess." The two worked every night after school, coming home covered with paint and glitter. "It was a lot of fun, but a lot of work too," she said. "Every night we would work until late, stopping long Passing along a photo album to capture the year's enough to walk down the activities is a tradition with Vermontville's past queens. street and get something to Sarah Hughes's book is full now full and Mandy's eat." family will soon have their camera in hand when she When many attempts to begins her reign as queen. refurbish the prior year's sign �The Manle Valiev News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 11, 1997 — Page 9 There were times during the year when the girls were introduced to queens and princesses from around the state. Here they are visiting with Miss Michigan. From previous page— interesting summer, not just for Sarah, but also for her mom and dad. It took a lot of team effort, everybody had a job. John became "transportation director," pulling the float out of storage and making sure that it arrived safely and on Ideal Location... Reasonable Priced... 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"We really had to be well organized and prepared for anything on very trip." Keeping it all together was not difficult for Ruth, she said. She rather enjoyed the task because it brought back fond memories when she vied for the title of Miss Downtown Kalamazoo l when hn she was not much older than Sarah. There was the usual attire, such as Sarah's crown, that had to be ready to slip on just before the parade on each trip, and then there were the extras like sun screen, gloves and jackets, and umbrellas when the weather looked questionable. Fortunately the only time umbrellas were used was to guard against the sun. "We got really lucky," Sarah said. "The weather was beautiful throughout the season, the sun was even shining during the Hastings Christmas Parade." 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The pair also visited with Queen, Mandy Pierce, who other "queens and princesses" said that she has already begun across the state. One of taking pictures. In just a few short weeks, Sarah's favorite stops was the Showboat parade in Sarah will be giving her parade Chesaning. There she met farewell speech, one that she Miss Michigan, and other says will be hard to complete with out a few tears. queens from various festivals. "It's going to be hard to say "We all hung out at the Heritage House," she said. "It good-bye," she said. "It was really an honor representing was a lot of fun!" Another highlight of the my community as Syrup year was when her mother was Queen." able to make connections, and the girls waved to admirers from a 1967 Chrysler 500. "It was really neat riding in a convertible,' she said. "We rode all the way home with the top down and then cruised around town when we got back!" Sarah, like many past queens, kept a scrap book of the year's activities. 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During her visit to Ionia she was introduced to "Barney" And his fellow hounds, all abused Bassett hounds adopted by the Humane Society. Barney and his friends were part of that parade. Receiving prescriptions through the mail doesn’t mean you’re saving money. Especially when you consider what you’re giving up. With something as important as your health, you us /'JAIL • can’t afford to he uninformed. That’s why when we fill most of your prescriptions, you get a Patient Information Leaflet that tells all the important facts about your medicine. And, if you have any other questions, we’re right here in town to help. FIRST UNITED METHOD­ IST CHURCH, 209 W. Green St., Hastings, is seeking some­ one to care for infants and toddlers in the chruch nursery during Sunday school, morning worship services and occasional other church events. This is a paid staff position for more information call 945-9574. WAREHOUSE/LIGHT INDUSTRIAL: Long term assignments in the Grand Ledge/ Sunfield areas. Experience with air tools, assembly work, pack­ aging warehouse, shipping and receiving preferred. Call OnLine Employment Services at 517-886-2200. 219 Main Street, Nashville • 852-0845 HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. March 11. 1997 — Page 10 Swanson’s is big company behind small Nashville storefront cleaning. The work bench there is always busy, with maintenance work that can be brought in, and isn't needed immediately. Much of the technicians' work, however, is "one site" and just a phone call away. Senior field service techni­ cian Aaron Barnum told the Maple Valley News that his typical day may begin with a phone call at an area Burger by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter When passing by the store­ front of Swanson's in Nashville, many may wonder just what goes on behind the counter. Who would ever guess that what appears to be a small business in Nashville actually markets parts all over the United States, and keeps much of the equipment in your fa­ vorite restaurant in top notch running condition. It all began with somewhat of a whim several years ago, when the companies CEO, Craig Swanson became weary of living in Detroit. He had been facing the way of life in the big city while working for his father for several years. It was time for a change, ION. HEATING i COOLING 800 762-8277 Swanson. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Continued next page — Superintendent’s Corner Vans such as this one leave the Nashville location and service the entire state. This is just a portion of the crew at Swansons (from left) Technicians Shane Miller and Matt Swegles,Senior Field Service Technician, Aaron Barnum, Executive Sales Director, Tom Nelson, Accounts PayableSecretary, Lisa Hansen, Vice President, Craig Swanson Jr. Secretary, Bonnie Rutherford, and CEO Craig Looks as though Tom Nelson is buried in paper work. A lot goes on at Swansons, with calls from all over the United States and eight technicians on the road, this Executive Sales Director puts in some long hours. King, where something is wrong with the walk-in freezer, and the restaurant stands to lose many pounds of meat and their week's supply of french fries if the problem isn't fixed immediately. Usually a place of business such as Burger King has what Swanson's refers to as an SMA agreement, which enti- and after doing some research, he felt that Nashville would be a great place to start his own business. He could bring his family up in a small town atmosphere and at the same time be centrally located amongst many large Michigan cities: Swanson started Swanson Commercial Food Equipment Service Inc. in his barn on Kalamo Highway, servicing restaurant equipment for sur­ rounding cities, a business that he thought then would remain small and could sup­ port his family. "I didn't anticipate back then that I would even have one employee," he said. He said that soon his son became involved and things just began unfolding. Now the company employs 14 in all, including Craig Jr., now vice president, executive manager Tom Nelson, secretaries LAS VEGAS NIGHT NASHVILLE VFW, 304 South State, Nashville - Saturday, March 22nd 6:00 PM until 1:00 AM Betting: s1.00 Minimum • $5.00 Maximum *500.00 Maximum Win Per Person FREE BLACK ADMISSION JACK Must be 18 DICE to enter. GAMES BIG WHEEL **SPONSORED BY THE NASHVILLE VFW** Allproceeds go to the M.V. Youth Little League Baseball and Softball Association License #M28242 Bonnie Rutherford and Lisa Hansen, and service techni­ cians Aaron Barnum, Kirk Andrews, Steve Peabody, Keith Busher, Tony Eye, Shane Miller, Matt Swegles and David Koch. Barry Brant also handles the company's UPS needs. This same company, which almost appears to be non-exis­ tent to those outside of the commercial food business, continues to unfold and ex­ pand into new areas. Though once primarily known by several manufactur­ ers as the company that they could count on to install and service things like fryers, juice machines and ovens in local eating establishments, schools and hospitals, Swanson Food Equipment Service now handle such things as heating systems and refrigeration units for the same types of businesses and is rapidly advancing toward the next phase, residential sales and service. When coming though the front door, it doesn't appear that there is much "'stock" on hand, but what lies beyond is a haven for those in the food preparation business. The back room resembles a warehouse, with parts labeled for almost every manufacturer of appliances imaginable. Tags mark various parts there belonging to Bunn-O-Matic, General Electric, Frymaster and many other brands. Those parts are ordered and delivered on a regular basis, allowing the company's tech­ nicians access to replace bro­ ken ovens, coffee makers, walk-in coolers and the like. "The UPS truck pulls in here daily," said Rutherford. "It is amazing how many parts go through here." That same supply room is used by companies throughout the United States, who phone Swanson's and order whatever is needed to fix equipment at their local McDonald's, Wendy's or Ponderosa. Then there is what employ­ ees at Swanson's refer to as "the dungeon." The basement of their Main Street facility is full of many items waiting for just the right part, or a top to bottom Maplewood additions and renovations By Alan K. McLean To house the fourth-grade students coming from Kellogg, Maplewood will see six new classrooms, a new multi-purpose room, and the south exterior hallway enclosed. This three-part project accomplishes many things. As I mentioned in the last article, adding six classrooms to Maplewood is immensely cheaper than remodeling Kellogg. Kellogg must cease to be a building for younger children. In fact, one ofthe state department officials said that we must get children out ofthat building soon. By adding the classrooms to Maplewood, we provide much larger classrooms for students and a greatly improved atmosphere for fourth-graders. Secondly, our current schedule mandates that the multi­ purpose room be used as a cafeteria. The largest learning area in the building is closed to education for 214 hours per day. That restricts our ability to schedule students for non-core cur­ riculum activities and learning experiences. By adding a larger multi-purpose room, we can still feed three grades while at the same time use the older smaller area for instructional services. It will be converted into an art area and a band room to support the beginning instructional phases ofthe award-winning Maple Valley band program. Last, but certainly not least, we will enclose the exterior southern hallway. As most ofyou know, students must exit to the outside every time they use restrooms, go to lunch or art or music, or simply run an errand. That is obviously not a healthy atmosphere. In addition, each time the doors open, much ofthe heat in those rooms escapes, causing Maplewood extensive heating bills. Indeed, the cost to heat Maplewood is approx­ imately double that of Fuller with virtually the same square footage of interior building space. Adding on to Maplewood provides an enhanced learning en­ vironment for the district’s fourth-graders, gives us an oppor­ tunity to provide more educational opportunities with an ex­ panded multi-purpose room and saves the district tens of thousands of dollars over the year in energy savings. It makes sense! NOTICE SOFTBALL/BASEBALL TEAMS Any organization, league, or team wishing to use the field(s) in Riverside Park for the 1997 season should contact the Nashville Village Office at 852-9544 by 3-31­ 97 with your requests. Be sure to include who you rep­ resent, what time(s) and day(s) you are requesting. Once all requests are in we wilt compile a tentative schedule. There will be a fee for tournament use of the fields. Please call for more information. Nashville Village Council WE ARE NOW OPEN SUNDAY 11AM-3PM Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main St., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm; Soon starting the 9th Sunday 11 am - 3 pm �‘»t **■»!■ Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 11, 1997 — Page 11 From previous page— ties them to response time of [four hours. III The SMA, or service main­ tenance agreement, was devel< tlkS^Nr oped by Swanson’s to better VM? |serve serve thcir customers, who IQ II* M* WW■ ul■s*<< W ,ike this case cou,d Iose thousands ofdollars if waiting Aw for parts or next day service. Restaurants, hospital kitchens and even schools contract with Swanson’s, which after taking an inven­ tory of equipment, develops a routine maintenance plan, vis­ iting often to avoid equipment failure. When something does happen, that contract assures ' that when a call is made, those same technicians will be there within, four hours, whether it is during a normal business day or at 3 a.m. Sunday. With their ready access to parts, or replacement equipment, ifnecessary, whatever was broken, if "critical equipment," is usually back up and running quickly. "We are on call seven days a week and 24 hours a day,” said Barnum. "It is rare to find a company such as ours thatt will go that extra mile." "Critical equipment" is that which is essential to daily operations, and that same service agreement assures that when making routine visits, Swanson's techs will replace things like burners, elements and wiring before trouble begins. That, according to Craig Swanson Swanson, will will reduce reduce energ energy y EWING WELL DRILLING INC. I®. td|iglh!,i!iigd«k±i iq.hidpin.tiMu OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE Soon you will see a big change in our showroom. We will be offering heating and cooling units for homes as well, and with the same reliable service as we have had in ’ the past. — Craig Jr. costs, reduce food waste, and because a budget for mainte­ nance is established prior to signing of a contract, will avoid costly surprises. Another advantage to contracting with Swanson's, whether or not a crises occurs, is the ability to "one stop shop." With the addition of trained personnel to repair such things as walk-in coolers and heating systems,, business establishments can contact just one place to service all of their repair and maintenance needs. "Much easier than making a half a dozen calls," said Barnum. "It is rare to find a service company in this field that will cover all of these bases. We will take care of everything from the coffee machines to the walk-in coolers, the whole gammet. ” Barnum also commented that finding qualified technicians these days may be difficult because of "mass exodus" a few years ago. "Everybody left Michigan and went elsewhere for more money," he said. "It then became very difficult to find someone qualified to take care of repairs and maintenance on this kind ofequipment." He added that Swanson's is a one of a kind company, pro­ viding a service overall that no one else in the area does. This sounds great for local restaurants, schools and local nursing homes, which must have kitchen equipment and heating and cooling systems operational on a daily basis, but what about residential customers? Service to homeowners and residential contractors is right around the comer. “Soon you will see a big change in our showroom," said Craig Jr. "We will be offering heating and cooling units for homes as well, and with the same reliable service as we have had in the past. We expect that local contractors will find our central loca­ tion ideal." In spite of all of the recent changes, several companyowned vehicles, and eight ser­ vice technicians, the outside appearance of the store front on Main Street in Nashville will not change, nor will the company's logo, "Small enough to know you... large enough to serve you. "We will always provide an excellent service and stand be­ hind our work," Craig Jr. said. School Lunch Menu 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm H/e stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORi. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 12 Chili w/bun, potato chips, homemade coleslaw, cookie, sliced peaches. Thursday, March 13 Ham and cheese submarine, mustard and mayo, celery and carrot, stix w/ranch dip, orange juice or salad bar. Friday, March 14 Toni’s pepperoni pizza, golden com, banana pudding, trail mix. Monday, March 17 Grilled chicken patty w/bun, sweet potatoes, green grapes. Tuesday, March 18 Cheeseburger w/bun, let­ tuce and tomato, pickle spears, cherry crisp, or salad bar. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds MECHANIC Fillmore Equipment of Hastings, a leading John Deere dealership in West Michigan is seeking skilled agricultur­ al equipment technicians. Opportunities exist in equip­ ment set-up and delivery and in diagnosis and repair of high tech powertrain systems. Excellent benefits and a new facility. Contact Fillmore Equipment Inc. 616-945-9526 JOHN DEERE w Equipment, Inc. on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 12 Chicken patty/bun, whip­ ped potatoes, garden salad, pineapple. Thursday, March 13 Escalloped potatoes, ham, green beans, cherry crisp, roll, margarine, salad bar. KPizza. Friday, March 14 Nacho chips, meat, cheese,refried beans, applesauce, bread, margarine. Monday, March 17 Hamburger, bun, cheeseburger, bun, tri taters, applesauce. Tuesday, March 18 Fish nuggets, baked potato, blueberry cobbler, roll, margarine, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. For Sale Automotive NEW 1996 BUICK REGAL GranSport. White, beauty, front wheel drive, V-6 auto, leather, moon-roof, am/fm cassett and cd. All options, plus keyless entry. Full warranty 3 years 36,000 miles. Sticker price $24,577. Price to sell at $21,750 616-664-4983.___________ CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and New additions at Vermontville Twp. Library Adult Smilla’s Sense of Snow by Peter Hoeg, Tek Power by William Shatner, VCR’s and Camcorders for Dummies by McComb and Rathbone, Frommer’s Comprehensive Travel Guide: Honolulu and Oahu by Faye Hammel, Frommer’s Comprehensive Travel Guide: Puerto Vallarata, Manzanillo and Guadalajara by Faye Ham­ mel, Bob Villa’s Toolbox: The Ultimate Guide to Por­ table Hand and Power Tools by Bob Vila, Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson by Jim Supica, and Evening Class by Maeve Binchy. Junior Cats by Kate Petty, Geology by Frank Rhodes, Football’s Awesome Quarter­ backs by D.J. Ameson, Baseball’s Awesome Hitters by D.J. Ameson, Space Vehicles by Kent Alexander, Eaton Small Animal Assoc, to meet The Eaton County 4-H Small Animal Association will hold a meeting Wednesday, March'12, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County office building, public meeting room. Plans for the Eaton County Goat Show will be discussed. The meeting is open to any 4-H rabbit, poultry and goat project member, leader or parent. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Amazing Space Facts by Dinah L. Moche, A Visit to China by Mary Packard, If You Were an Astronaut by Dinah L. Moche, The New Puppy by Laurence Arnholt. Arthur's Back to School Day by Lillian Hoban, The Blue and the Gray by Eve Bunting, Bright and Early Thursday Evening by Audrey and Don Wood, The Great Lost Treasure Hunt by Disney, Garfield’s Longest Catnap by Jim Davis, Down the Drain by Justine Korman, Boo Whoo by Kees Moerbeek, Who’s There? by Charles Reasoner, Creepy, Crawly, Halloween Fright by Thomas Beach, Granzy Remembers by Man’ Grace Ketner. “Mine Will,’’ Said John by Helen Griffith. The Old Lady and the Birds by Tony Johnston, My Father Is in the Navy by Robin McKinley, Henry’s Gift: The Magic Eye by David Worsiek and Families Are Special by Nan Hunt. On the shelf at Sunfield Public Library New adult books this week are: Ranch Vacations the Complete Guide to Guest and Resort, Fly-Fishing, and Cross-Country Skiing Ran­ ches; Evening Class by Maeve Binchy; The Dancing Floor by Barbara Michaels; Shiloh Autumn by Bodie and Brock Thoene; and, The Ar­ thritis Cure — The Medical Miracle That Can Halt, Reverse, and May Even Cure Osteoarthritis by Dr. Jason Theodosakis. New junior books are: Bully for You, Teddy Roosevelt; Absolutely Nor­ mal Chaos; The Berenstain Bear Scouts and the Sinister Smoke Ring; Skylark; The Magic School Bus Ups and Downs (about floating and sinking); The Magic School Bus Shows and Tells (about archaeology); The Journey Home; More Than One; and. Rough and Ready Railroaders. NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, February 19, 1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 ext. 225 or 485-6444 ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 100 IKe are making big changes at VERN’S REPAIR This week we will be setting up the New STIHL Concept Store. This means increased inventories of equipment and supplies. Stop in and check our progress. We now honor any... STIHL Chain STHL Loops BUY ONE — GET ONE ...FREE!! (No coupon necessary.) dealers coupons or advertised prices on any STIHL. products! Just bring in a valid coupon or ad, and we will meet or beat the price! Any Stihl dealer! Also Big Reductions on Heavy-duty STIHL Bars!! Great Prices on... STIHL SAWS! Great Selection of Used Saws Also!!! STOP IN TODAY!!! Vern’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 (616) 367-4544 Winter Hours: Mon. & Tues. 9:00 - 5:00; Wednesday Closed; Thurs. & Fri. 9:00 - 5:00; Sai. 9:00 -12:00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 11, 1997 Page 12 Three seats open in school election The Maple Vallfy annual school election will be held Monday, June 9. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Kellogg Elementary in Nashville and Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville. The Maple Valley Board of Education has two, four-year positions expiring June 30, as well as one two-year position to fill a vacancy. Those interested in running for the available positions, should call the superinten­ dent’s office at (517) 852-9699 for information. Petitions are available at the superintendent’s office 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The deadline for filing nominating petitions is 4 p.m. Monday, April 7. Anyone in need of an absentee ballot also may con­ tact the superintendent’s of­ fice for an application. Absentee ballots will be available by Tuesday, May 20. The office also will be open Saturday, June 7, until 2 p.m. for absentee voting. Boy Scout Troop 176 goes north Scouts in Troop 176 headed north one weekend last month to the cabin of special friends Terry and Julie Swartz. They spent Friday to Sun­ day, Feb. 21-23, at the cabin near Tippee Dam. Scout­ master Elton Tait and Terry Swartz drove them up on Fri­ day night. John Mudry, Chad Oullette, Jason Engle, Mark Engle and Chris Dunham at­ tended the campout. Scouts’ went ice fishing and had fun though they came away with no big fish stories. Sledding down a gravel pit hill was a test of courage they had no trouble passing. At night, they stayed warm Maple Valley senior recieves LSSU award Michael R. Heyboer Lake Superior State Univer­ sity has announced that Michael R. Heyboer’s senior at Maple Valley High School has been awarded a Board of Trustees Scholarship for the fall semester. The son of Jim and Diane Heyboer, he will be majoring in mechanical engineering. The university, located along the Canadian border at Sault Ste. Marie in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, offers more than 60 undergraduate programs and two master’s degree programs to 3,400 students. The smallest of Michigan’s 15 public universities, LSSu has a 19:1 student-toinstructor ratio. in the cabin, drinking lots of hot chocolate and played risk. Winners were Jon Mudry and Elton Tait. They planned their own menus. For breakfast, they prepared pancakes and sausage. For another meal, they fixed hot dogs. Mainstays were hot chocolate and Elton Tait’s secret scout­ master trail mix. Scouts are preparing a court of honor, this month. Chris Dunham, Mark Engle and Chad Oullette will advance a rank. They are also planning a summer trip to Camp Gerber at Whitehall. For Sale BEAUTIFUL BRASS HEAD­ BOARD with Queen size mattress set Still in plastic. Sacrifice $170.1-517-699-2251 BEAUTIFUL KING SIZE brass bed with frame and Sealy Pillow Top deluxe mattress set. 2 months old, cost $1,400. Must sell! $350. 1-517-676-6414 FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings. SOFA SLEEPER, dark green $35.00; wingbacked chair $20. 616-664-4983 National Ads Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174ff Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU * * ★ YOUR JOB IS YOUR RENT 7F* IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 0 0 0 0 Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit SALES j STAFF J ADMISSIONS/CLERICAL (HOSPITAL). 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There is a growing knowledge of the benefits of working with less oil, butter, shorten­ ing and margarine—in short, healthy cooking. With the invention of the non-stick frypan by T-Fal, the need for oil, butter and other saturat­ ed fats in cooking was all but eliminated. And fabulous dishes can be turned out with non-stick pans which need little or no oil and which wash up in seconds. Non­ stick cookware like T-Fal’s Armaral Exclusive II fea­ tures four solid layers of T-Fal’s non-stiek coating with a granite texture base that is so durable it will stand up for a life­ time. The tri-layer porce­ lain enamel exteriors offer colors such as blue, green and black with gleaming gold speckles. And with T-Fal’s em­ phasis on healthy life­ styles, the 10-piece line includes a roomy stock pot with a glass steamer and lid that makes steaming all-important vegetables a breeze. Here are three healthycooking recipes created by T-Fal. Photo: Lou Manna Cook healthier with non-stick cookware like T-Fal’s new Armaral Excl spoon breadcrumbs, capers and Tabasco sauce, blending well. Gently fold in crab­ meat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. mixture into equal-size patties or cakes. Dredge patties in remaining 2 table­ Form spoons breadcrumbs, coating each very light­ ly. Arrange crabcakes on a baking sheet, cov­ er loosely and refriger­ ate for at least 20 min­ utes. Cook crabcakes in a large T-Fal fry pan until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Serve immediate­ LIGHT CRAB CAKES 1 1/2 iVfe 1/2 2 lb. lump crabmeat cup mayonnaise tbs. lemon juice tsp. Dijon mustard egg whites, slightly beaten 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley 3 tbs. Italian-style breadcrumbs, divided 1 tbs. capers, drained 3 drops Tabasco sauce, or to taste Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges Pick over crabmeat, removing any shell or cartilage. In a medium bowl, combine mayon­ naise, lemon juice and mustard. Add egg whites, parsley, 1 table- ly and garnish as desired. Makes 4 large crab cakes and 6 small cakes SAUTEED SHRIMP WITH MANGO PAPAYA SALSA 1 mango peeled, seeded and diced 1 papaya, peeled, seeded and diced 2 jalapeno peppers, diced 2 tbs. fresh lime juice 2 tbs. minced shallots • 2 tbs. fresh cilantro or parsley 2 tbs. olive oil 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined I1/* tbs. minced garlic 1 tbs. fresh ginger­ root, finely grated Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl to make salsa. Heat oil in T-Fal fry pan over medi­ um heat. Add shrimp and cook, stirring occa­ sionally for 2 minutes. Add garlic, gingerroot and lemon juice; cook for 1-2 minutes more or until shrimp are cooked through. Serve each portion of shrimp topped with salsa. Serves 4 WARM CAULIFLOWER SALAD 1 large head cauliflower, broken into small pieces 1/3 cup chopped celery 3 tbs. light sesame oil 1 tbs. chopped red pepper 1 tbs. lemon juice 1 tsp. Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp. curry powder 1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. sea salt or substitute In a T-Fal steamer, steam cauliflower until tender but still crisp, about 8 minutes. In a large bowl combine re­ maining ingredients. Add the warm cauliflower and toss to combine. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serves 4 For information on obtaining more healthy-cooking recipes, call T-Fal Corporation at 1-800-395­ 8325. 0 un 3 HR 91b JJSi ’Si ROBBERY from frontpage "I really don't like sending someone your age to prison Mr. Cummings, but you haven't left me much of a choice," concluded Fisher. He sentenced Cummings to seven to 15 years in prison with credit for 81 days served. 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March 11, 1997 — Page 14 Maple Valley Lions’ hoop season ends with district loss Maple Valley played its third close game of the season Monday with SMAA foe Bellevue, but this time the result meant the end of the Lions' 1996-97 season. Maple Valley battled tooth and nail with district host Bellevue in the tournament's opener on Monday. When the last whistle sounded, however, it was the Broncos who walked away with the 65-61 win. The victory allowed Bellevue (15-6) to play in Wednesday's Class C district contest against Olivet. The loss ended Maple Valley's season at 7-14. Bellevue led after one quarter 15-12 and increased that margin to six points (35­ 29) at half. The Broncos took control early on by scoring the game's first nine points. Maple Valley got to within two points (37-35) early in the third quarter, but still found itself behind 53-48 after three quarters. David Taylor tallied 15 points, Jim Mitchell 12 and Mike Heyboer 10 to lead the Lions' team. For the Broncos, Kyle Olmstead had a game-high 21 points and Kevin Graham added 19 markers. The free throw line shooting was mostly a non­ factor in the outcome as Maple Valley made good on 15-of-21 attempts and Bellevue was 14-of-22 from the charity stripe. oac Jerry Reese instructs his players during a time-out at the special Jan. 2 contest. Maple Leafs remain atop KFHL standings jtii by Art Frith The Lions' cheerleaders certainly enjoyed the limelight when Maple Valley's hoopsters took center stage at The Palace. (Photo provided) As the 1997 Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) season approaches the halfway mark, the Maple Leafs remain undefeated and on top of the KFHL standings. On Monday, the league leaders shut out the North Stars 3-0, the Flyers soared past the Bruins 4-2 and the Red Wings flew past the Senators 5-3. The North Stars bounced back from their loss earlier in the week to edge the Blues 2­ 1. Jonathan Denton picked III® life III® ll kr liM in ta,i ita wi rai mt The Blackhawks picked up a 3-2 win over the Canadians during week four of Kellogg Floor Hockey League play in Nashville last week. Maple Valley's defense hovers around a St. Patrick player in the Jan. 2 hoop contest at the Palace in Auburn Hills. (Photo provided) up a goal and an assist, while Austin Fassett delivered the orange puck into the Blues' net to complete the North Stars' scoring drive. The Blues' only goal of the game came with 9:21 remaining in the first period on a double assist from Melissa Jewel and Kelly Fox to Daniel Brooks. In other action on Friday, the Canadiens squeaked by the Rangers 4-3. Terry Desrochers led the Got W minutes? File your taxes. returns by phone — using TeleFile, a free service from the IRS. The call is easy and refunds are fast. Check your mail for a TeleFile booklet. Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service htlpy/www.iri.uttre«>.jov puck to Ben Smith with 3:45 remaining to play to wrap up the Flyers' scoring for the day. The Maple Leafs continued their winning ways with a 6-2 win over the Red Wings; Blackhawks edged the Canadiens 3-2 behind a pair of goals by Nick Ewing; goalie Nick Newton successfully protected the goal as the Bruins blanked the Northstars 1-0. The only goal of the game came on a double assist by Mark Rodriguez and Dustin Powers to Mitchell Magoon. Justin Starks (Senators) continues to lead all KFHL scorers with 14 goals and one assist with Eric Smith a distant second with seven goals and four assists. Junior High wrestlers post wins in 3 matches This year, millions will file their tax 1996Te!eF!k fll Canadiens' scoring drive with a pair of goals. Ty VanAlstine delivered a solo shot in the second period and Brandon Schantz had a goal and an assist. The Rangers' scoring came in the second period off a pair of power play goals front Josh Cook and Hannah Cole, and a goal by Justin Wymer on an assist from Travis Irish. The Bruins wrapped up Friday's action with a 2-1 win over the Kings. On Saturday, the Rangers grounded the Flyers 4-2 behind the hot stick of Josh Cook, who delivered a hat trick and an assist for the Rangers. Matthew Scramlin scored a solo goal early in the first period and passed the Hi Tele File It's free. It's fast. It works. Maple Valley's junior high wrestling team won three times against Lansing Christian on March 3. The Lion winners were Jeff Rhoades at 115 (pin in 23 seconds), Jason Silsbee at 120 (pin in 24 seconds) and Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in 2:43). On March 6, Maple Valley took part in a tri-meet. In the Dansville match winners were Jeff Rhoades at 115 (pin in 22 seconds), Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 29 seconds), Jacob Cole at 140 (pin in 2:13) and Jason Silsbee (pin in 1:07). Against Jackson Catholic winners included JeffRhoades at 115 (pin 44 seconds), Jason Silsbee at 120 (pin in 31 seconds), Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in 2:34), Isaac Franco at 130 (pin in 3:02), Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 26 seconds), . Jacob Cole at 140 (pin in 44 seconds) and Kyle Lackscheide (pin in 52 seconds). fab lniitii fal Win hit bill *!jk fall fa, n • '‘fan “farkj ‘tit, Mi *«*ii fax fa* iid I f ,fe �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 11, 1997__Page 15 Sign-ups still possible for little league programs Any boy or girl who wishes to participate in the Maple Valley Little League baseball and softball programs, but missed attending sign-up night can still sign-up. Sign-up slips can be picked up 4at any Maple Valley Community School offices. For more information, you can call any of the league directors: Jeff Fisher (co-ed softball) at 726-1194; Don Rugg (pee wee boys) at 726­ 1334; Lisa Trumble (pee. wee girls) at 726-0002; Doreen Root (little league girls) 726­ 0001; Jon Boss (boys minor league) at 726-0659; David March 27 at the Maplewood Cook (boys major league) at gymnasium from 6 p.m.-7:30 852-2324; Kathy Spears (girls p.m. The Willie Mays team travel teams) at 852-0987 and (9 and 10-year-olds) is in need Gary Burpee (boys travel of players as is the Boy's teams) at 852-9782. Pony team (15 year-olds). Deadline for sign-up is March 28. Anyone who is interested in umpiring this 4-H Shooting sports season may contact a league director. Try-outs for the Pee meet to be held Wee Reese travel team (11 and All 4-H shooting sports 12-year-olds) is March 18 and members, leaders and parents March 21 at the Maplewood are invited to attend the next gymnasium from 6 p.m.-7:30 shooting sports meet on Saturp.m. Try-outs for the Sandy day, March 15. Koufax travel team (13 and BB gun participants will 14-year-olds) is March 25 and meet from 10 a.m. to noon and archery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m., both at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Muzzle loading, air pellet and .22 cal participants will meet from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Family Shooters Corral in assists, second in rebounds Eaton Rapids. and a 10-point average), Rich Participants are asked to br­ Smith (led in rebounds, 9- ing their equipment if they point average), Craig Harvey have it. (leader in block shots, 7-point For more informtion, call average), Jeff Aspinall (6.5- the Eaton County MSU Ex­ point average) and Nathan tension office at (517) Swift (6-point average, third 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. in steals, third in assists). The Lions averaged 58 points per game, while opponents averaged 53 points per game. Freshmen eagers tie for first SMAA League title Maple Valley's freshmen basketball team ended its season 14-6 overall and 11-1 in the SMAA standings. The 11-1 record tied the Lions with Bellevue for first place. Joey Bowers led the team in scoring with a 12-point average. Bowers also was first on the Maple Valley squad in steals and second in„assists. Other team leaders included Justin VanAlstine (first in Ellard appointed Eaton Extension director Mona J. Ellard has been ap­ pointed director of Eaton County Michigan State University Extension, effec­ tive March 1, with a joint decision by the Michigan State University Board of Trustees and the Eaton Coun­ ty Board of Commissioners. Ellard received a bachelor of science degree in home economics from Western Michigan University in 1969 and a master’s degree in human ecology education from Michigan State Univer­ sity in 1975. She was a high school teacher for Bentley Community Schools in Burton from 1969 to 1982. She was appointed Extension home economist for Eaton County in 1982, a position held until her latest assignment. Ellard is a member of the Eaton County Community Foundation Board, Hayes Green Beach Board of Direc­ tors, past president ofGFWCCharlotte and president-elect of the Michigan Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. Ellard’s duties will include administration and coordina­ tion ofall Extension programs in agriculture and natural resources, home economics, 4-H and community development for Baton County. Chronic fatigue syndrome seminar set at area hospital Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte is spon­ soring a free seminar, “Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.” Those interested in learning more about fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome can join Dr. Niti Thakur and Dr. Ramona Kwapiszewski for a review of symptoms and diagnosis of these conditions. The speakers will discuss how to lead a more comfortable, active life. '“Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome” will be Thursday, March 13, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Eaton In­ termediate School District, 1790 E. Packard Highway, Charlotte. To register or for further in- formation, call the Communi­ ty Education Department at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, (517) 543-1050, extension 200. Newest citizen announced— BOY, Thomas Duane Hamilton born at Metropolitan Hospital on Feb. 27 at 2:06 p.m. to Jeff and Suzi Hamilton of Alto. Weighing 8 lbs. 2 ozs. and 1914 inches long. He is welcomed home by his brother Gregrey. Duane and RuthAnn Hamilton of Nashville and Dewey and Miriam Horn of Hastingss are the grandparents. Serving our Country Nicholas W. Gilmore ■■ftoui pdblWiiHlII 11 Ij mai’taftosni;. 'Mi/oiii hj. lit Hif/t a tsUifil aEseHnEni £ Otten n rtiWuiiomidlij uisxx ftsSlxliii^i rriHKjbf tiHKjbf teCniiahti Mluls HititHti fn'gliiit auaih MHtttm smlii taissl pmecied ihii«lnit IwilniMa^ jgisea HW/Mi tut ut it SX^XXiAdkliSii i U Up« Marine Pfc. Nicholas W. Gilmore, son ofMr. and Mrs. A.C. Gilmore of 274 W. Third St., Vermontville, recently completed the basic engineer equipment mechanic course with Marine Corps Detachment, U.S. Army Engineer School, Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. During the course, Gilmore learned how to inspect, main­ tain and repair engineering and earth moving equipment used by the U.S. Marine Corps. Gilmore learned how to work on numerous types of engines, including road graders, bulldozers and com­ bat excavators. He also learn­ ed to repair forklifts and trac­ tors used on airfields and high-speed, high-mobility cranes used for . loading ships and trucks. Additionally, Gilmore received instruction on gasoline and diesel engine troubleshooting, hydraulic, clutch and brake systems, and related repair shop safety measures. With his newly ac­ quired skills, Gilmore is ready to work with other Marines in the engineering and construc­ tion field, providing working and living spaces is a con­ stantly changing environment. As a graduate of the basic engineer equipment mechanic course, Gilmore continues to increase his skill and knowledge as part ofthe U.S. Marine Corps. Whether assigned to ships, squadrons or shore commands around the world, men and women like Gilmore are making a dif­ ference as they work as part of the most highly technical naval, force in history. The 1996 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Marine Corps in May 1996. •itgs iis Calendar of Events *4*^ I” The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: March 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., U.S.D.A. Building, Hastings. March 12-13 — State 4-H Rabbit Training Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 14-15 4-H Horticulture and Plant Science Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March 15 — Leadership Update, Welcome Comers Church, 9:00 a.m., RSVP by 3/7/97. March 15-16 — 4-H Family Science Weekend, Kettunen Center, Tustin. March, 19 — 4.-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. March 20 — Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. March 20 — Pesticide Testing. Call Extension Office, 948-4862 for information and to enroll. March 20 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. March 24 — Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room. March 25 — Rodeo Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. April 19-20 — 4-H State Performing Arts Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. bu’ll be filing in a jet maintainefi by Tommy. .Wherilbmmy grows up,he’ll be an aircraft he’ll work on a jet that you ’nameday. ■' the job will require an advanced Ofchemistry7, physics, and trigonoIQmunately, very few kidsare being to master such sophisticated subjects, want children who can handle tomorrow’s good jobs, more kids need to take more challenging academic courses. To find out how you can help the effort to raise standards in America’s schools, please call 1-800-96-PROMISE. _ U.S. Department of Education Ifwe all pitch in and National Governors' Association American Federation of Teachers help, America will get The National Alliance of Business i where it; heeds to go. education excellence partnership �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 11, 1997 — Page 16 Wrestling season closes with honors at individual finals Six out of the eleven area wrestlers who took part in the Division III State Individual Championship this past weekend in Kalamazoo placed with two third-place performances highlighting the local accomplishments. Wrestlers from Middleville, Maple Valley and Delton all competed at the University Arena at Western Michigan University and came away with lots ofhardware. For Delton, Robert Isom, at 140, and Joe Daniels, at 130, both came away with thirds. Isom pinned Benzie Central's C.J. Sierzputowski in 23 seconds in the placement round. Isom's other weekend wins came against Grayling's Jason Hall (8-0 decision), Ida's Tyler Nowitzke (4-0 decision), Durand's Brent Perrin (8-1 decision) and Portland's Pat Guilford (10-5 decision). "Isom made a good start for next season," Delton Coach Aaron Tabor said. And what about Isom's quick work of Sierzputowski to close his stellar season? "It was thrilling," Tabor said. Daniels won five times during the two-day event, including a courageous 12-6 decision over Goodrich's Brad Taylor in the final round. Daniels, despite a painful right shoulder, fought till the end and beat a solid Goodrich opponent by six points. His Lowe’s triumphs came against Bentley's Mike Horwath (11-5 decision), Garyling's Ben Malonen (8-2 decision),, Alma's Gary Terwilliger (15-10 decision) and Saginaw Swan Valley's Joe Deibel (8-2 decision). H Mike went Lowe lost to Comstock Park's about as far Micah Foster, on a 9-4 as we decision, to finish in fourth expected. He place. "Pat wrestled really well gave it his today, almost above our all. It was his expectations," Maple Valley first (State Coach Tony Wawiemia said. tournament) Romph had wins against Yale's Richard Meharg (8-4 and that decision), Howard City's was his ,, Jeremiah Gitchell (7-3 goal. decision) and Fowlerville's Robert Wellman .(6-5 — MV Coach decision). Romph lost to Chris Ricketts Benzie Central's Tom Demitroff to take a fourth at (8-6 decision) and Inkster's 145. Makimba Mimms (3-1 Middleville Coach Tom decision). Lehman said Romph began "This is the end of Joe's Saturday on a roll with his 6career in high school and he 5 victory over Wellman. was here to do his best," Middleville's Kyle Brower, Delton Coach Aaron Tabor at 103, and Steve Lehman, at 215, also placed' at the State said. The two wrestlers were championship.. instrumental in the Panthers' Brower, after losing his first post-season success this match, scored victories over winter. Caro's Eric Nguyen (5-4 "They did the best that they decision), Jackson Lumen could do and I’m real proud off Christi's Denny Glandon (7-2 them," Tabor added. decision) and Birch Run's Jeff Maple Valley's Pat Lowe Derengowski (5-3 decision). "Kyle's biggest problem is (135) and Middleville's Spencer Romph (145) both that he needs to gain about 10 finished fourth in their pounds," Coach Lehman said. "He weighed 93 at the weight respective weight classes. other wins came against Clintondale's Sean Dettloff (7­ 1 decision), Shepard's Kurt (3-2 Root decision), Montrose's Winston Ruffin IQ Oz., Pkg., Thorn Apple Valley JLrfiprrfle r.zApple" Apple Store Made :SS£SSSSSSSSSSSS3SS 22 Oz., IGA [iilsiri] Lb. ss 10 Oz., Kellogg’s P.P. 654, Coffee Hi-Dri Creamer Towels KRISPIES w I/ 16* Banquet SoSl Extra Helping Dinners %I ‘ 48 Oz., IGA 10 Oz., IGA Frozen. Cranberry ii?? 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Steve Lehman ends his high school career with 95 pins (third in the school's history) and 155 wins (second all-time on the Trojan charts). Other local wrestlers competing at WMU were Middleville's Evan Space (112), Luke Middleton (160), Ron Haynes (171), Miso Glavan (215) and Maple Valley's Mike Egan (112). Space tallied a win over Bratwurst 99* 4 Gal., Bareman’s \ u \\ Vitamin D in, but Kyle is a very tough kid." Lehman finished up his stellar prep wrestling career with three more pins to put in his cap. Lehman defeated Muskegon Orchard View's Josh Glass (a pin in 3:41), Caro's Phil Millerov (a pin in 1:53) and DeWitt's John Braska (a pin in 4:44) in the placement round. For Middleville Coach Tom Lehman Saturday had to be an emotional moment in his coaching career. Steve will be the last of his sons to compete on the Trojan team. Store Made < Smoky Links SM6kY LINKS? Maple Valley's Pat Lowe scored a fourth place finish in the 135-pound weight class at the Division III Individual Championship at WMU. rss~ Open ? am’8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday £ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-03-18.pdf 156084fe2b62cba778040afe5e192cc7 PDF Text Text bulk rate JUSTIN P IC Hi... (?) $ CHURCH ST. W£ 4S£5»lS 'U-S. POSTAGE paid Ha«ings,Ml49058 Pennit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49050 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 11 —Tuesday, March 18, 1997 Two incumbents, May win in Nashville election Clerk Nancy Boersma. "Any­ one who questions that tally StaffWriter can certainly review our Election results are in for records." the village of Nashville, and Steortz , with 15 votes total though only two candidates under "no party" affiliation, appeared on the ballot with claimed on Thursday that the three positions to fill, local election was a tie. She at­ write-in campaigns made the tacked council members say­ news. ing that because May’s first After the Board of Can­ name appeared as Steven as a vassers met following the Republican candidate with 15 March 10 election, Republi­ votes cast and as Steve under can candidates Frank Dunham the no party affiliation with and Dennis Mapes were an additional six votes that the elected with 31 and 27 votes, latter should be excluded from respectively. And though only results. 46 people turned out to vote, "The county is being incon­ there were 10 additional names sistent" she said. "Two years appearing as write-ins. ago I had more votes than Former council member Steve Corwin, but they and Zoning Administrator weren't all identical, so they Steven May was declared the weren't counted. This time winner, but there is question May and I tied." about the legality of that Village President Gary tally, according to write in White informed Steortz that candidate Penni Steortz. she could inquire at the county Records indicate that May clerk's office if she had ques­ did indeed win that third seat tions about how votes were on council with a total of 21 counted. votes cast. That included 15 "You could have challenged votes cast for "Steven May" that tally," he said. and an additional six cast for That, however, didn't satisfy "Steve May". Steortz. "Steven May did win with "I am getting the impres­ 21 votes," confirmed County sion that the county is dictatby Cindy J. Smith ing to Nashville who they want on council," she said. "I intend to protest this!" Records from the county clerk's office indicate that Steortz's name did appear in 1995 as a write-in candidate, and she received 12 votes. Corwin re­ ceived 13. There were no indi­ cations of a tie. Michael Beachnau was also a close contender with 14 write in votes cast, followed by Ben Page with 10. Six additional votes were scattered between six other candidates. Of those elected, Mapes and Dunham are certainly not newcomers. Both have served continuously on the council over, the past few years and have been active on various committees. Frank Dunham who has resided in town for 24 years has served the last three on the council, spending much of his time assisting on Department of Public Works matters, helping manage the Castle­ Maple Grove and Nashville Transfer Recycling station and serving on the Fire and Am­ bulance Board, also made up of members from the three lo- Dennis Mapes Steven May Frank Dunham cal units of government. Those who are not familiar with Dunham from council may know him through scouts, as a leader of troop 176, or as a former Maple Valley Jaycees member.’ As an 18-year veteran of Consumers Power Company, he has been visible in the community and has spent the past nine years working out of the Hastings office. Dunham said that he con­ tinues to participate in village matters because he is con­ cerned about his community and wants to be a part of positive changes. "I want to do everything possible to help improve the quality of life within the vil­ lage," he said. Future plans include plan­ ning for a bicycle path in town "I would very much like to see the village develop a non­ motorized pedestrian corridor on the old railroad bed," he said. Dennis Mapes is also a three-year veteran on the council, currently working with the DPW, and Fire and Ambulance Board and the Castleton-Maple Grove Nashville Recycle Station. Prior committee work in­ cludes the library and manag­ ing the Nashville Police Department. Many know Mapes who moved to the community in 1986, as a small business owner, operating a flower shop on Main Street. He has also donated much of his time to extra-curricular Continued on pg. 10 Vermontville grapples with mobile home zoning issues by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen Mandy Pierce is flanked by her parents and grandparents. On the left are her parents Foye and Sarah Pierce and on the right are grandparents Florence and Robert Donley. New Vermontville queen has natural flair for maple syrup by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Mandy Pierce should be a real natural at promoting the Vermontville Maple Syrup Association's pure maple syrup products around the state. While pancakes and syrup traditionally go-together, the 1997 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen prefers to drink the syrupy product. That's her favorite way to consume the maple nectar. "I like it (syrup) when it's really, really, really hot like coffee hot. I just drink it," said Mandy, who was se­ lected queen last month. "I'll eat it on pancakes, but I like going to Maple Manor (where syrup making is demonstrated) and getting the little cups of syrup," she said. It took about four days for reality to set in after the syrup queen contest. "It did­ n't hit me until the Saturday afterwards," Mandy said. "I went shopping and thought "Oh my gosh I'm queen. It was kind of shocking." As queen, Mandy, and al­ ternate queen Beth Sleeper will be representing Ver- Continued on pg. 4 Zoning again is a hot dis­ cussion topic among Ver­ montville Village officials, and this time the culprit isn't junk cars, but what to do with regulations for mobile homes. After a request to place in town a single-wide mobile home that was 19 years old, village and county officials seem unsure of who sets the limits and who polices current ordinances. Councilman Rod Harmon said that when Russ Bennett made the request to place a mobile home in the village, he "pulled the wool over" of­ ficials' eyes by stating that in his attorney's opinion the trailer should be allowed. Now, after more research has been conducted, Harmon said that the law cited by Bennett at that meeting was misinter­ preted. Bennett disagrees. "As a residential builder, I happen to know that Ver­ montville is exempt from the county planning department's jurisdiction," he said. Bennett said that when h< purchased the mobile home for his daughter he wanted to be "up front" and follow all of the rules. "I started out at the village to get permission," he said. "They sent me to the county planning department, who told me tthat they had no jurisdiction or zoning and finally gave me the permit." Harmon.had'questioned the information that Bennett presented to the village. He began doing some research and contacted legal counsel. He asked fellow council members March 6 to adopt a portion of the county’s current ordinances on mobile homes as an "emergency precaution," stating that it should safeguard the village from such requests in the future. That section of Eaton County ordinances, which reads "An approved singlewide mobile home cannot be more than 10 years old and must contain at least 720 square feet of floor area." Other language in the ordinance states that a manufactured home must be inspected and approved to meet safety standards. Harmon also stated that many of the problems existing are due to a lack of inter- est in the village to develop ordinances. This follows Continued on pg. 10 In This Issue. • Eaton Economic Development Director hired • DAR Award winner announced • Band Bust is this weekend �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 —— Page 2 Holy week services set; begin March 23 Easter'season neanrig, and area churches have planned community services for Holy Week. According to NashviUe United ‘ Methodist Pastor James Hynes, several area ministers and pastors have combined forces to provide what will be a special service for Palm Sunday. Nashville Baptist Church will be host for the event .which begins at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 23. The Rev. Alan Mettler from the Nazarene Church will deliver the message and several "spe- cial" additions are planned by area church choirs. A Good Friday service also is planned at Nashville United Methodist. According to Rev. Hynes, that service, planned for 1 p.m. March 28, will be co-sponsored by Peace United Methodist. Methodist and begins at 7:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served following the service at 8:30 a.m. "The Rev. Susan Trow­ bridge will be sharing the sermon with me that after­ noon," he said. "We invite ev­ eryone to attend." And early risers can take part in a "Sunrise Service" on Easter Sunday. That too is hosted by Nashville United Looking for a PRINTER? 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LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Clbverdale Road (’A mi. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 0 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 3 Eaton County hires development director Many planning and zoning changes are underway in Eaton County and a new face in the court house. All "positive change" toward involving the community in plans for future growth. New Eaton County Com­ munity Development Director Richard Trent has taken up residence in the basement of the Eaton County complex. "Part of the county's re-organization" he said. Former Planning Director Amy J.P. McEwan shared office space with building officials, but building and planning now are definitely two separate entities. When the Maple Valley News recently contacted McEwan, who now works for the city of Battle Creek, she said that new offices in the county were organized due primarily to space needs. "There were 12 people working in that little office," she said. "There just wasn't enough room." She also said that because there wasn't additional office space on the first floor of the county building, it was neces­ sary to put community development in the basement. "Not quite as convenient, because many citizens need to visit both departments," she said. "But it allows enough space and privacy for everyone to operate." Though Trent got stuck in what some refer to as "the dungeon," it isn't because his position isn't important. His (interpretation of current ordinances and input into any changes will have an effect on county growth and development, and policing of current violations. Trent comes to Eaton County with quite a back­ ground. A New York native, he ended up in East Lansing after high school and obtained a degree from Michigan State University in urban and resi­ dential planning. He then went to work for the Michi­ gan Department ofTransporta­ tion and spent the next few years generating maps and stats for the highway depart­ ment, primarily used for bus and rail travel. His last post was in Merid­ ian Township located in the East Lansing area. "Things there are growing pretty fast," he said. "I helped to process short-term planning projects there." Among some of his duties were site plans, special use permits, planning for platted areas and re-zoning-projects. "Requirements for zoning in Meridian Township are pretty stringent," he said. "It was my job to make sure that all of those requirements were met." A day's work could include anything from posting legal notices for public hearings to putting together a site plan after visiting a property, or ironing out details as to where buildings could be placed. Though Trent said that his experiences along the way have given him the tools needed to perform his newest tasks at Eaton County, he is focusing his energy right now on getting to know the com­ munity. "I. want to get out and meet all of these township officials and let them know that I am here to answer questions and work through zoning issues with them," he said. Planning and zoning has become a hot topic of discussion in Eaton County. Many changes are taking place and emphasis has been placed on community involvement. According to the information that he; has* collected to date, his work will take him in almost every direction in Eaton County, where county ordinances and rules govern other entities. There are how­ ever, instances where his hands are tied. "We don't have jurisdiction on the entire county," he said. "There are cities and villages who have their own zoning ordinances." He said that with different entities comes different rules, and "sometimes the public be­ comes confused about who to call, and what they can or can NOTICE Fresh Maple Syrup is available from the Nashville Maple Syrup Assoc, at Mace's Pharmacy, Carl's Supermarket, and Hastings City Bank in Nashville, or stop by the Syrup Shack, located next to Putnam Park in Nashville. Call ahead to see if we are boiling (852-0145). Thank you for your support. not do. "We often get calls here at the county building and it turns out to be an issue that we can’t resolve," he said. "We try to steer people in the right direction." Once he’s familiar with the area, Trent will have a much bigger task ahead of him — his involvement with the "County Comprehensive Development Plan." Sounds a little complicated to some, but Trent wants ev­ eryone's input and help with the plan, which is just in be­ ginning stages. The plan, designed to "con­ trol" future development in Eaton County will deal with many different topics and in­ terests. Former Director McEwan said she felt it's, very impor­ Richard Trent is Eaton County's new Community Development Director. His goal tant for the public and local is to involve citizens and local officials in planning for Eaton County's future. officials to become involved with the plan. "This plan is designed and constructed as the foundation for future ordinances," she HORIZON said. "As many people as pos­ BUILDERS sible should be involved with & HOME & ASSOCIATES, INC. this process." SALES, INC. 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INDUSTRIAL PARK ■ CHARLOTTE - 2 acres. $75,000. Call Dixie. OFFICE/WAREHOUSE IN CHARLOTTE Bldg, is 90% leased. Will lease remanding area or sell entire 3 acres and 18,000 S/F building. Call Dixie. EQUITY BUILDERS - Two rentals in Lans­ ing. Receive rental payments for more than mortgage payment. Call Dixie. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 4 QUEEN...continued from front page montville and promoting its syrup products at parades around the state and during Vermontville's Maple Syrup Festival the last weekend of April. Mandy and Beth, both 17, have a goal to set a record for the number of parades they attend for the Ver­ montville Maple Syrup As­ sociation "so the next queens will have a real hard time trying to beat our record," Mandy said. "Right now we're just concentrating on beating last year's queen." Mandy is a lifelong resi­ dent ofthe Vermontville area who grew up dreaming that one day she would be the syrup queen. Her birthplace, however, is hard to pinpoint because her birth was an adventurous one. Mandy was born in an ambulance "somewhere be­ tween Barryville hill and Quimby" on M-79, said her mother Sarah Pierce. Mandy was supposed to be bom at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, but she arrived en­ route. Mandy's mom said her first child took so long to ar­ rive that she had decided she wouldn't go to the hospital right away when labor started with her second child, Mandy. However, Mandy was anxious to make her de­ but and there was no time for her dad, Foye Pierce, to get home from work to take his wife to the hospital. The ambulance intervened and even picked up a physician in Nashville who delivered Mandy while the vehicle was racing toward Hastings. Mandy describes her child­ hood as an interesting one, and through 4-H she has de­ veloped an interest in many creative arts. She plays four musical instruments, writes, paints, sings and acts. Living in a rural area, "We had a lot of animals when I was growing up so showing animals was really fun in 4­ H," Mandy said. "We had everything from pigs to goats, eventually." She especially wanted goats and got her first one in 1990. "We have cows right now. We don't have pigs anymore. We have a horse and three rabbits. "We have kind of a zoo around here. We've had birds and a chinchilla one time that was running around the house and snakes." This is Mandy's 10th year in 4-H. "4-H is kind of a big deal in this family. It's kind of a Ribbons and plaques for Mandy's accomplishments in 4-H are plentiful. She also has trophies from a Bible Olympics program in which she participated as a young child. EASONS Vermontville's syrup festival has always been special for Queen Mandy. In this 1988 photo, she is shown (center) riding on a 4-H float. generation thing. My grandma was in it. My grandma's mom was in it. "I get to meet a lot of new people all the time," she says of a reason why she likes 4-H. "I think it's really fun to be competitive against other people around the county. Eventually you get used to seeing the same people every year. We try and psyche each other out on the day of the competition and you get to be friends with the people in 4-H when you've grown up around them." Showing rabbits and goats have been favorite 4-H activ­ ities in the past. Mandy cur­ rently. has four goats, but hasn't shown them for sev­ eral years, but plans to start showing again this summer: Mandy is president of the Vermontville Junior Farmers 4-H Club and her mother is the administrative leader. Be­ tween 45 to 55 young peo­ ple usually participate in the club each year. Every office on the 4-H club board has been held by Mandy at one time or an­ other. She has been secre­ tary, treasurer, vice presi­ dent, junior vice president, junior treasurer and junior secretary. Her employment at the 4­ H office in Charlotte last summer helped Mandy decide on a career direction. She hopes to become an accoun­ tant. A junior at Maple Valley High School, Mandy has spent all of her school years in the same district. She and alternate queen Beth have been friends since kindergarten. "She (Beth) was my first friend," Mandy said. And the HARVEST GOLD SHAG CARPETING Diana’s Place The place to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Hastings City Bank has two great home equity plans for those pressing home improvements. TANNING Make improvements around the old homestead with a Home Equity Fixed Loan or Home Equity Line of Creditfrom Hastings City Bank. Both plans come with competitive interest rates and a fast response to your application. 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Multi-talented in music, Mandy's favorite instrument is the bassoon. "I've stuck with it longer than I've played anything else," she said. "I like the bassoon be­ cause it's just interesting...It's funny when I walk around with it at competi­ tion and people (say)...what is that? I like the sound it makes. It kind of sounds like a frog. "I took (bassoon) lessons in seventh grade and more in eighth grade and then started playing in ninth grade be­ cause the high school bas­ soonist had graduated." One marching season with the school band, she played a few songs on the xylophone and from sixth through ninth grade she played trumpet. Recently, Mandy started playing French horn, "which is kind of hard," she said. "It's different, that's all there is to it. It's tough trying to adjust to the melodies be­ cause I always played third part trumpet and so I always had the background music. It wasn't really important and now I have an important piece and it's kind of diffi­ cult." Last week was Mandy's fifth time to perform in school musical and- drama productions. In the Wizard of Oz, she was one of the Munchkins in the Lullaby League. She had a few speaking parts and also sang a song with Dorothy and some of the other girls. In the past, she has ap­ peared in "Sticks and Stones," "Brigadoon,” and "The Mouse that Roared." Art has been an interest since elementary school. "Instead of doing my school work I'd be drawing little pictures, doodling all over my folders...," Mandy said. She especially likes paint­ ing and drawing. "I used to like water colors all the time but now I like drawing with ink, design­ ing." She's in the process of creating artwork designs for a friend's ceiling. She likes painting on glass with acrylics. Once she decorated a window in her bedroom with that medium. In 4-H, she got involved in country painting. One of her projects is a duck with an antique-looking finish. "I also like writing lyrics. It's kind of like my version of poetry. All my friends tell me I could sell them but I don't think I could part with them," Mandy said. She also likes writing po­ ems, short stories and chil­ dren's books. Cross-stitching is another hobby. • paint equipment on the Maplewood playground. In that same vein of helping, Mandy also enjoyed answer­ ing phones during a telethon on WKAR-TV in East Lans­ ing. Mandy has three brothers: Foye, 19, Nick, 15, Chris, 3, and a sister Autumn, 13. "I like to do things that are unusual. Not many peo­ ple would cross stitch pears," she said of her cur­ rent project. A National Honor Society student, Mandy said her fa­ vorite classes are speech and introduction to business. For the school's "Make a difference day,” she helped Mandy displays a pencil sketch she made of a covered bridge, some woven baskets she made and a country painted duck and rabbit. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval.. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 and SAVE ... 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Receiving three year awards were Janette Emery and Mike Heyboer. Two year awards were presented to Evelyn Ackley, Aaron Brandenburg, Bernard Garvey, Marie Jewell and Allison McLean. One year awards for the 3.5 GPA or better went to Dana Hamilton, Sarah Hughes, Dan Leep, Amy Parish, Angela Rumsey, Scott Spitzer, Nick Thompson, Heidi Vedder and Matt Williams. It was also a night to introduce the parents of this years Maple Valley Basketball team and cheerleaders, and many moms and dads stepped onto the floor to be recognized with their teens. This years cheerleaders include senior, Tara Stewart, Nashville Firemen's ! Pancake Breakfast I Served with Pure Maple Syrup I | March 22nd & 23rd 7:00 am to 1:00 pm NASHVILLE FIRE STATION I 324 N. Main St., Nashville, Ml Adults $4.00 Kids $2.50 • Under 5 Free MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY ' and Juniors Jamie Rasey, Nicole Wilson, Rachael Pettengill, Jennifer Forquer and Kellie Davis. Maple Valley Lions are out there in front of their fans every week , but this program offered a time for a formal introduction with mom and dad. The 199.6-1997 Maple Valley Varsity team includes Senior Captains Scott Spitzer, Jim Mitchell and Mike Heyboer. Juniors on the team include David Taylor, Chris Hartwell, Andy. Oleson, Clayton Hall, Travis VanAlstine, Cody Page, Andy Heyboer, Wesley Quick and Trent Harvey. EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE \*< Real Estate i\ \ \ 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 zz ft M J REALTOR* SVS/ht'^9 i Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduore Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available NEW LISTING "NASHVILLE ■ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home; Good possibility for "no down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726- ON LARGE CORNER LOT IN NASH­ 2-story home on large corner lot, 3 bedrooms, enclosed front porch & first floor laundry. Call for more "details" and appointment to see. (N-57) VILLE - VERMONTVILLE ■ ON 16 ACRES 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 TOO NEW FOR PHOTO VERMONTVILLE ■ ENJOY THIS completely remodeled, 3 bed­ room home. Original wood­ work, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) PRICE JUST REDUCED!! RECENTLY Nashville, 3 bed­ rooms, 5-room ranch home. tastefully decorated. Single car garage. Must be seen to appreciate!! Call Homer for more "information." (N-48) REMODELED - 4 bedroom brick home on 10 acres in the village. "Handy­ man Special" (house needs work). Two-car garage, 2 years old. Trees on property and pasture land. Call Homer for more details. (V-54) Eves. Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells.......................... ON 7 ACRES “IN COUNTRY" Two bedroom double wide with a "country view", 2 baths, full basement, nice deck. Call Nyle for more "info." (CH-55) SOUTHEAST OF NASHVILLE - PRICE REDUCED!! NASHVILLE 2 BR Possession at dose. On large lot with nice shade trees, garden spot, home has garage & breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) RANCH - VACANT LOTS &LAND NOW AVAILABLE: 3 PARCELS, 1.2 Priced from $7,000 to $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Parcels will be surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-46) ACRES EACH LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR $57,000!! (CASH) 2 HOUSES - Large barn & granary — on 4 plus acres. Needs work — sold "as is."" (CH-56) WE NEED LISTINGS!! “SPRINGTIME BUYERS" ARE LOOKING NOW! If you are thinking of “making a change," give us a call. Whether you are contemplating a smaller home or a larger home, getting the family into the “country” or need to move into town - please let us help you “make your move!" Give us a call if you are thinking of... “SELLING" or “BUYING"!! CHOICE OF THREE WOODED PARCELS: ROLLING & (B) 2.2 acres 8,900. (D) 2.3 acres 9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE of (3) 12 ACRE PAR­ CELS - Rolling "tree lined", with "walk-out" building sites. Also (4) 2 ACRE PARCELS with "walk-out" sites. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) A Several students were honored at "Parents Night" on February 28. A special half time presentation at the Maple Valley Basketball game. Maple Leafs undefeated in five weeks in the KFHL by Art Frith Under the direction of Coach Ray Garvey, the Maple Leafs continue to defeat the competition and remain un­ beaten as the Kellogg Floor Hockey League winds up the first half of the 1997 season. On Monday: Eric Smith scored. a hat trick as the league-leading Maple Leafs grounded the Flyers 4-1; the Blues left their opponents with a sad song as they crowned the Kings 5-3. Kelly Fox and Daniel Brooks each had a pair of goals for the Blues. Richie Wilson led the Kings' scoring with two goals; the Blackhawks slammed the Senators 6-1. Steven Loveall's goal, with 1:08 remaining in the game, prevented the Senators from being shut out. Friday's Results: The Senators continued their slump as they lost to the Maple Leafs 6-1. Justin Starks, who continues to lead the KFHL in scoring this sea­ son, scored the Senators' only Junior high wrestlers compete in tri-meet Maple Valley's junior high wrestling team took part in a tri-meet last week at Springport. The Lions battled both the host school and Jonesville. Winners versus Springport were Jeff Rhoades at 115 (pin in 2:42), Jason Silsbee at 120 (pin in 2:24), Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in 25 seconds), Troy Sloan at 130 (19-5 decision) and JeffJones at 135 (pin in 3:15).' In the Jonesville match, seven Maple Valley wrestlers notched wins: Rhoades at 115 (pin in 20 seconds), Jason’ Silsbee at 120 (pin in 8 seconds), Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in 1:50), Isaac Franco at 125 (pin in 47 seconds), Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 2:15), Jacob Cole at 140 (pin in 2:30) and Chad Spears at 145 (pin in 56 seconds). goal of the game 1:05 into the first period on an assist from Jennifer Dunn. The remainder of the match was all Maple Leafs. Brett Leonard and-Eli Bush each scored a pair of goals to lead the Leafs' scor­ ing attack; and the North Stars dethroned the Kings with a 4­ 2 win; an outstanding performance by goalie Nate Racine allowed the Penguins to blank the Flyers 2-0 in the evening's final pairing. On Saturday: The Red Wings slipped past the Blues 4-3. Allen Musser scored a pair of goals for the Red Wings, while Tommy Griffin's two goals led the Blues scoring drive. The Rangers' 7-1 win made it a losing week for the Senators, who scored three points in as many games. In what appeared to be a shut out, Matthew Bauer and Joshua Bursley combined for the Senators' only goal with 14 seconds remaining in the game. The Rangers' Josh Cook had the hot stick on the 'day, scoring five goals; the Canadiens edged the Penguins 4-3. For Sale 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC! UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $300 OEO. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 -evenings. FREE! KIRBY Sweeper (recent-model) cost $950 new. You pay balance due or repair bill $76.90. 1-517-676-6414 SERTA KING SIZE MATTRESS SET with deluxe frame. 1 month old, cost over $1,000 sacrafice $325. 1-517-676-6414 For Rent ONE BEDROOM NICE. 517-852-9385 VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville 16 BUBBA 16 BUBBA 16 BUBBA 16 ^appy C >\tnber c cWe tow youf g > <jjacf, ® Shane, Shannon, S 'Ben, <J)ayton, OB ^osh > 9i vaana 9L vaana gl vaana si- �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 7 AIR DUCT CLEANING Barry County Commission on Aging Lunch Menu WE IMPROVE YOUR INDOOR AIR QUALITY GUARANTEED SYMPTOMS OF DIRTY AIR DUCTS ** Eye, Nose & Throat Irritation * Asthma, Dermatitis & Dry Skin * Headache, Fatigue, Irritability & Reduced Concentration WITH THIS COUPON RECEIVE $30.00 OFF AIR DUCT CLEANING EXPIRES 03/31/97 | * Dust, Dirt, Lint & Pollen * Dust Mites, Human & Animal Hair & Skin Particles * Bacteria, Viruses & Fungi * Decaying Organic Matter "Family Owned and Operated "Reasonable Rates "Satisfaction Guaranteed Call Today For Your Appointment ACCENT CLEANERS (517) 726-1070 or 1(800) o9r81-7051 ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE The Annual Meeting of the Township of Sunfield Board will be held Thursday, March 27,1997 at 7:30 pm at the Sunfield Community Room. The Budget Hearing will be included in the agenda. Special Township Board Meeting to follow Annual Meeting to approve the 1997-98 Budget. The public is urged to attend. ♦♦♦Notice - In the spirit of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability should feel free to contact Sheryl Smith, Sunfield Township Clerk, P.O. Box 68, Sunfield MI. 48890, 517-566-8461 or 517-543-1360 if requesting special services to effectively participate in the meeting. Cobs Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & I Wednesday, March 19 Special St. Patrick’s Day menu. Thursday, March 20 Goulash, com, Italian green beans, bread, citrus sections. Friday, March 21 Baked fish, squash, spinach, bread, margarine, cookie. Monday, March 24 Chicken supreme, red potato, w/onion and gr. pep­ per, green beans, bread, margarine. Tuesday, March 25 Chili con came, com, peas, muffin, margarine, applesauce. Events Wednesday, March 19 — Hastings, craft day; Nashville 5; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, blood pressur day, Kathy MMAP; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, March 20 — Hastings, music, Reid/Nye; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Hastings 9:00-12:00 Tax Day. Friday, March 21 — Hastings, Easter Egg Hunt; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, Nashville 5. Hastings, 9:00-12:00, Tax Day. Monday, March 24 — Hastings, music/party, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, crafts; Delton, game day. Tuesday, March 25 — Puz­ zle day. Lincoln Meadows, Kathy, MMAP. For Sale Automotive 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $300 OBO. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. 1995 DODGE INTREPID, excellent condition, $11,995, caU 616-672-9450 Richard Cobb • David Cobb^ 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville I I I I I I INDOOR AIR POLLUTANTS Jobs Wanted Mich. Lie. #23-1748' WILL BABYSIT in my home. 517-726-1305 Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please take notice that the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, has called a special election to be held in the school district on Tuesday, April 29,1997. TAKE NOTICE that the following propositions will be submitted at the spe­ cial bond election* I. BONDING PROPOSAL* SCHOOL BUILDING ADDITIONS Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Seven Million Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($7,220,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School: relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site. • erecting, furnishing and equipping high school additions to and partially remodeling, furnishing and re-equipping the middle/high school and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) II. BONDING PROPOSAL • BUS MAINTENANCE FACILI­ TY Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping a new bus maintenance facility; and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) III. BONDING PROPOSAL • FOOTBALL FIELD FACILITY RELOCATION Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: constructing, furnishing and equipping improvements to and relocating the football field facilities to the high school site? IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: easy terms (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29,1997, IS MONDAY MARCH 31,1997. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MARCH 31,1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office in your county, city or township clerk's office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. &e£ 'Into (fat *7^^^ Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call "I “800’441 “3758 & Ask for Ken Today______ ' This notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 8 Tara Stewart wins DAR award Tara Stewart is Maple Valley's most recent recipient of the Daughter of the American Revolution Good Citizen award. The DAR is a group of women who believe in rewarding high school students who have demonstrated good citizenship. Each year one teen from every district is honored, along with his or her parents at a luncheon and afternoon of activities. Tara and her par­ ents, Art and Brenda Stewart, took part in the event at the end of October. "It was really a lot of fun, " she said. "We went to Marshall, toured the Governor's HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone * Large and Small Field Tile ' — Call for Free Estimates — ★ ★ ATTENTION * * Farmers and Homeowners 35 Yfears ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointmentfor a check on your equipment so you’re readyfor Spring. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 Mansion, had lunch and a program. I was even presented with flowers!" Tara was one of many nom­ inees from Maple Valley, and the award came as quite a surprise to her. Teachers all were given an opportunity to nom­ inate students they believe de­ serving. After nominations are made, a committee selects each year’s winner. Tara's actions have made quite an impression on others, according to local school offi­ cials. She has put others ahead of herself, wanting to help with a problem and giving her teachers a hand with extra projects. She often can be found in the counseling office at school, where she works as an aide for Ward Rooks, during what would be her study hall time each day. Rooks did not let on that Tara had won the award once the decision was made. "He asked me who I Miscellaneous COUNTRY FEVER DANCE: Open for line dance, lessons, couples dancing. Tuesday beginners, Wednesday line dance, Thursday couples, Fridays and Saturdays o pen dance. 7-10pm Tues.-Thur., FriSat 7-12pm. 616-758-3939 for further infonnaiton. HUGE SAVINGS on Selected thought would be good for the award," she said. "I had already been selected, but he didn't want me to know just yet!" She added that once the an­ nouncement was made, she was very surprised. "I couldn't believe it!" she said. "But who would be a better choice for the award?" asked Rooks. "She works so well with everybody and gets along well with classmates and all ofher teachers." When she looks back over her high school years the DAR certificate will be one of many things that she can be proud of. Among other things, she is class president this year, co-captain of the varsity softball team and captain ofthe cheerleading team. "You don't always recognize me at games," she said. "I'm the one in the Lions suit!" Tara plans to put her best assets to work following high school graduation. She will attend Ferris State and pursu­ ing a career in pediatric nurs­ ing. MSU Science Theater slated Older youth and adults can enjoy the MSU Science Models of Arch Type Steel Theater presentation of * ‘PrinBuildings. 25x26, 30x42, ciples of Flight” Monday, 50x200. Great for storage, March 24, at the Eaton Counshops, garages. Easy Financing ty Office Building, 551 CourAvailable. Call immediately thouse Drive, in Charlotte. 1-800-222-6335. MSU Science Theater puts the fun back in science while applying the principles to everyday life. The presenta­ tion begins at 7 p.m. and is geared toward older elemen­ tary, middle and high school students. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend. Space is limited, sq call the Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594 to pre­ register. This program is sponsored by Eaton County 4-H youth programs. IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS Tara Stewart is Maple Valley's most recipient of the DAR Award, and who better to give her the news but High School Counselor, Ward Rooks. Congratulations Tara you are truly an inspiration to others! NOTICE Annual Meeting for Vermontville Township on March 27,1997 has been can­ celled. The regular Township Meeting scheduled for The March 25,1997 will be moved to Thursday March 27, 1997. All annual reports are due to the clerk by April 24,1997. Marcia K. Grant, Vermontville Twp. Clerk 100 NOTICE SOFTBALL/BASEBALL TEAMS Any organization, league, or team wishing to use the field(s) in Riverside Park for the 1997 season should contact the Nashville Village Office at 852-9544 by 3-31­ 97 with your requests. Be sure to include who you rep­ resent, what time(s) and day(s) you are requesting. Once all requests are in we will compile a tentative schedule. There will be a fee for tournament use of the fields. Please call for more information. Nashville Village Council A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, you can make it better! • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints • Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber • Delivery • Planning HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 304 South State, Nashville Saturday, March 22nd 6:00 PM until 1:00 AM Betting: s1.00 Minimum • s5.00 Maximum $500.00 Maximum Win Per Person EDI? I? Must be 18 to enter. BLACK JACK DICE GAMES BIG WHEEL **SPONSORED BY THE NASHVILLE VFW** 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 NASHVILLE VFW, ADMISSION See Us For: • Estimates • Savings LAS VEGAS NIGHT W£4 Allproceeds go to the M. V. Youth Little League Baseball and Softball Association License #M28242 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 9 Obituaries Edith H. Parks < NASHVILLE - Edith H. Parks, age 86, passed away at Clark Retirement Home early Sunday morning, March 9, 1997. She was bom in Maple Grove, December 14, 1910. She has lived at Clark Home since 1975 when she retired as a Methodist Missionary Teacher from Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) where she served for 37 years. She was a graduate ofNash­ ville High School in 1927 and Albion College and taught in Temperance, Capac and North Branch before going to Rhodesia. She is survived by her cousins Alice Comstock and Nancy (Rev. Gordon) SpalenAlice Louise (Jka aohoof n)Wyoming, Byeoiemr onfg L,argo c,e Fl oouridsae (on) eero argo, ora and many friends both in the United States and Zimbabwe. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 12,1997 in the Chapel a,t Clark ,irement te ape at ar Ret etrement Community. Rev. Charles Fu olmlmmeru, nRteyv.. Do env.Entem aranens and Rev. Gordon Spalenka officiated. Interment took place at Lakeside Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Burton Heights Cheugrchs United fonr ethe Methodist Aefroicasn University. y. Funeral arrangements were F g made by Zaagman Memorial Chapel. Elbert C. Travis •***IMIH IOTICE raw '.®e Jtenisngbisete wiail skkiW SsWW VERMONTVILLE - Elbert C. Travis, age 77, ofVermont­ ville passed away Tuesday, March 11, 1997. He was born October 5, 1919 in Nashville, the son of Guy and Eva (Seaman) Travis. On August 31, 1940 he married Alice Marie Harry. Mr. Travis worked for General Foods for 32 years, retiring in 1979. He was a member of the 25 Year Club, Kalamo Historical Society and board member of the Kalamo Methodist Church, where he attended. He moved to Kalamo in 1954 where he farmed cattle, which was his hobby. He and Alice enjoyed camping with their motorhome. His grand­ children were a big part of his life, Rex taking after his grand- dad with his love for cattle and farming, they had a lot in common. He also loved fishing with his grandchildren. Mr. Travis is survived by his wife, Alice; two daughters, Mary (Roy) Weldon ofAlbion and Beverly (Robert) Hender­ shot of Climax; four granchildren, Rex Weldon, Scott Weldon, Holly Weldon and Lori Hendershot. Funeral services were held Friday, March 14,1997 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Rev. Mark Thompson officiated. Interment took place at Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue. The family has suggested memorial contributions to the Kalamo United Methodist Church. Margarette E. (Yager) Lovell SUNFIELD - Margarette E. (Yager) Lovell, age 83, of Sunfield, passed away at Moore’s Adult Foster Care in Charlotte on Wednesday March 12, 1997. She was bom April 22,1913 in Sebewa Township Township, the daughter ofEdward and Emma (Scheel) Yager. She was married to Gordon Lovell on June 17, 1933. Mrs. Lovell was the office manager and bookkeeper for the Lovell Implement Company in Charlotte for over Odessa and one brother, Theo Yager of Lake Odessa,. Funeral services were held Friday, March 14, 1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher ser Chapel, ape, Sunfield. une. Rev. ev. Charles ares Moore oore of o the te First rst Baptist Church in Charlotte officiated. Interment took place at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may bee mae made to to te the Hayes may ayes Green-Beach Hospital, Char­ lotte or the Sunfield Area spon25 years. She was a member of sors of Programs for Youth, the WCTU and the Vermont­ aka S.P.Y.’s. ville Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by one sister, Beatrice Daniels National Ads of California. “POSTAL JOBS” Mrs. Lovell is survived by $12.68/hr to start, plus bene­ her husband, Gordon Arby fits. Carriers, sorters, clerks, Lovell; one daughter, Donna computer p trainees.. For applicapp Jeanne (Donald) Tirrell of tion and exam information, calll Charlotte; one son, Kendalll 1-219-791-1191 ext. #30, ((Joanne) Lovell of Portland; 9am-9pm 7 days. six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren; one sister, Bernice Trask of Lake NHS helps WKAR with winterfest By Robb Rosin The Maple Valley National Honor society recently par­ ticipated in the WKAR Winterfest, the annual on-air fund-raising campaign. WKAR offered area honor society students a chance to help die community and par­ ticipate in this televised event. The Maple Valley National Honor Society members helped answer phones and received pledges during their shift at the station. Spring Showers. Easter is Sunday, March 30. Teleflora’s Spring Showers Bouquet combines fresh spring flowers with a cheery ceramic watering can, delighting everyone who receives it. Afterwards, this practical keepsake will add beauty to any garden. To send this lovely springtime gift anywhere in the U.S. or Canada, call or visit our shop. Come in and see our newplush animals for Spring. Qreat selection ofplush animals and Spring gifts for under $5.00 Oltlefloiii' Mapes Florist ■ - Delivery Avai lable- 207 N. Main St, Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm CARM/VAi Wesley “Wes” R. Wood VERMONTVILLE Wesley “Wes” R. Wood, age 32, of Vermontville, formerly of Nashville, passed away Sunday, March 16, 1997 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. He was born November 17, 1964 in Hastings, the son of Robert and Mary (Hummel) Wood. Mr. Wood graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1983 and from Michigan State University with a degree in electrical technology in 1986. He married Kim Roush on September 12, 1987 in Charlotte. His employment includes Hickey Electric in Nashville and was currently employed at Union Pump in Battle Creek as an electrician. Mr. Wood enjoyed hunting, camping, working in the garage and fixing cars. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Clara Belle Hummel and a grandfather, Lawerance Wood, Sr. Mr. Wood is survived by his wife, Kim; two children, Angie and Kelly at home; parents, Bob and Mary Wood ofNash­ ville; two brothers, Ken (Debi) Wood of Nashville and Bob (Carleen) Wood Jr. of Vermontville; one sister, Robbin Glass of Nashville; grandparents, Joel and Gladys Hummel of Vermontville; grandma, Viola Wood ofHast­ ings; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ray and Mari­ lyn Roush of Nashville, plus many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will take place Tuesday, March 18, 1997, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home, Nashville. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 1997, 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Rob Van Engen officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wood children. Community Calendar April 12-13 — 4-H State Rabbit Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center Workshop, Tustin, MI. April 16 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. April 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office, Hastings. April 17 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, 9:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. April 19-20 — 4-H State Performing Arts Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. COME JOIN US! MAPLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL MARCH 21,1997 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM SPONSORED BY MAPLE VALLEY ELEMENTARY PTO �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 10 VILLAGE ELECTION., ■continued from front page activities at school, and is probably best known there as president of the Maple Valley Band Boosters. Aside from that, he is a past treasurer and has been active in activities including fund-raising and trips since 1993. He also has helped serve up pancakes and fresh maple syrup for the boosters at festival every year. Mapes, a longtime Kellog­ g's employee, is also a Naval Reservist with a NATO unit, considered a "ready reserve." During his tenure with the council, his most recent ac­ complishment has been reno­ vations of council chambers. In the 17 years that the small building on Main Street has been used for village meetings and elections, there have been few changes made. Recently he spearheaded plans for new drywall, paint, lights, and car­ pet for the chambers. He is also eager to promote the village and be a part of positive growth and develop­ ment. "For a small community, Nashville has a lot of poten­ tial just waiting to be used," he said. "I want to be a part of that, to make our community the best place to live in this area." Steven May also comes to the council with experience. After serving 16 months on council involved with Build- ings and Grounds, the DPW and sitting on the Cemetery Board, he spent additional time as Nashville's Zoning Administrator. That experience and knowledge may prove to be beneficial to current and future zoning issues.. issues. "One of the things that we need here in town is a code for inspection of rental property," he commented during an interview. "That could prevent another fire." May, like Mapes, also is concerned about future growth in the village, hoping to be a part of making changes that would be a positive influence to the community. ZONING.. .continued from front pag many meetings to discuss zoning where little or no sup­ port was shown by the com­ munity. A committee was formed over a year ago to begin work­ ing on zoning issues and to make recommendations to council, which would result in adoption of ordinances. Carol Murphy had volunteered to spearhead the efforts, but after a year of scheduling meetings with only a handful of people in attendance, she resigned in February. Where does the county come in? According to Harmon and others on the council, they are trying to get clar­ ification from county officials as to whether county ordi­ nances apply to Vermontville. "We have gone around and around at the county build­ ing," he said. "It is our belief right now that for whatever rules we don't have, county rules apply." Not so, according to Eaton County Community Devel­ opment Director Richard Trent. "We have no jurisdiction over Vermontville," he told the Maple Valley News. Trent said that he had spent considerable time diving into current ordinances since his hire and that county zoning rules and regulations excluded cities, villages and some townships. His interpretation of those rules were backed by former County Planner Amy J.P. McEwen, who said that vil­ lage could not be covered be- cause their were incorporated. "Any body that is incorpo­ rated cannot be covered under our zoning rules,' she said. "Most villages in the county have their own zoning ordi­ nances." Why then, some might ask, -do residents have to go to the coun -jo obtain building permits? "Zoning issues and building issues are two separate items," according to McEwen. "If there are no building officials in the village (building in­ spectors etc.) then the county must provide that service." According to village offi­ cials, there are no require­ ments for single-wide mobile homes. Those same officials would like to adopt their own ordinances, but have put deci­ sions on the back burner. Sunfield Township Meeting Dates Meetings for the Township of Sunfield for the fiscal year 1997/98 will be held on the first Monday of each month at 8:00 p.m. at the Sunfield Community Room on Main Street. Meetings are scheduled as follows unless posted otherwise. “April 14, 1997 May 5,1997 June 2,1997 July 7,1997 August 4, 1997 ‘September 2,1997 October 6,1997 November 3,1997 December 1,1997 January 5,1998 February 2, 1998 March 2,1998 April 6,1998 ‘Note the exception for holiday. “Notice change in scheduled meeting date. ' The Annual Meeting g of the Elector's will y, be held Thursday, M March 26, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. In the spirit of compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability should feel free to contact the Sunfield Township Clerk, Sheryl A. Smith, at PO Box 68, Sunfield Ml. 48890 or by phoning (517) 566-8461 or (517) 543-1360 if requesting special services to effectively participate in the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on March 27, 1997 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. To hear comments on an application fora Parks Grant to help pave a walk path by the river in Riverside Park. Nashville Village Council Band Bust set for March 21-22 "Band Bust" is coming to Maple Valley March 21 and 22. They aren't destroying in­ struments, or organizing a movement to disassemble the band. This is a "special musi­ cal" that will preview on the stage in the MV auditorium. Local talents, all members of Maple Valley's high school band are planning a variety of short skits. All were created for a night of light and fun family entertainment. "These should really make you laugh," said Sarah Hughes, one of the perform­ ers. Doors to the auditorium will open at 7:30 both nights, and all tickets are $2. "There is a lot of potential here for change," he said. "I would like to be a part of that." May also has been an active part of other community affairs. He was an assistant coach in the "Maple Valley Concrete Pee Wee league. That team won the championship last year. And in his extra time? After receiving a bachelor's degree in bio-psychology last spring, May went to work as a gen­ eral manager for Taco Bell. He said that he is anxious to begin his work with coun­ cil. He will begin is two-year term April 1. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 19 Homemade spaghetti, garlic bread, green beans, vanilla and blueberry swirl pudding. Thursday, March 20 Celebrate spring, tuna sand­ wich, chips, garden salad, strawberries. Friday, March 21 Toni’s pizza, crisp golden com, pickle spears, raspberry sherbert. Monday, March 24 Baked ham, scalloped potatoes, peanut butter sand­ wich, green grapes. Tuesday, March 25 Baked macaroni and cheese, broccoli, bread stix, blueberry cobbler, juice or salad bar. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 19 Spaghetti, garden salad, pears, roll, margarine. Thursday, March 20 Hamburger gravy, garden salad, whipped potatoes, mix­ ed fruit, muffin square, salad bar, K-nuggets. Friday, March 21 Tacos, lettuce, cheese, Tex Mex rice, apple crisp, bread, margarine. Monday, March 24 Burrito, sauce, com, rice, bread, margarine. Tuesday, March 25 Pizza cass., green beans, cherry crisp, bread stix, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. FOR SALE The Township of Vermontville will be acceptinq sealed bids for the sale of 1981 FORD AMBULANCE TYPE II ENGINE: 460 cu. w/auto transmission MILES: 45,500 Sealed bids will be received by the Township Clerk at 5150 Round Lake Rd., Vermontville, Ml. 49096 until 5:00 p.m. on April 24,1997. Mark bid envelope Ambulance Bid”. For questions or further information contact Asst. Chief Monte O’Dell at (517) 726-1444. Vermontville Township reserves theri9ht t0.reiec! or acceP* any and all bids. Martins to celebrate 50th anniversary Charles and Chloe Martin of Vermontville will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on Saturday, March 22, 1997, from 2-5 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville. The open house will be given by their five daughters and families. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion, Alternative Education & Vocational Classes. Class are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All other adults may take a class for $50.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES ■ MONDAY thru THURSDAY Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School • 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. SPRING TERM - EVENING CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, MARCH 24,1997. MONDAY Computer Science - A. Watson Keyboarding • Word Perfect English - L. Miller WEDNESDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study World Geography - D. Hustwick TUESDAY Civics - M. Smith Independent Study World History - M. Smith THURSDAY Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, MARCH 24,1997 8:00 AM-3:00 PM CLASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE CHURCH ON THE CORNER OF WASHINGTON AND QUEEN STREET IN NASHVILLE. Classes Available: • Math • Science • English • Civics • World History • U.S. History • World Geography • Physical Education/Health • Consumer Education • Life Skills ENROLL TODAY!! This is the last 8 week session before summer Maple Valley Community Education Office is located in the Maple Valley Jc-Sr. High School 12:00 noon to 10:00 pan. Monday thru Thursday 852-2145 The Village off Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids for sidewalk replacement in the business district of South Main. Specifications are available at: The Village Office 121 Eastside Dr. Sealed bids must be received by 3 p.m. on April 3,1997. Bids will be reviewed at 3 p.m. The Village of Vermontville reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. Vermontville Village Council �TheMaple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 11 Regular Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Minutes of the Board of Education Horse development committee to meet The next Eaton County HDC meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at the Eaton County Office Building. Topics ofdiscussion will in­ clude fair trophies and task assignments for the county horse show on July 19 and 20. All members, volunteers and parents interested in the horse project are welcome and en­ couraged to attend. Each 4-H club with a horse project should send at least two members for voting purposes. Jr/Sr High School Library • Monday, March 10, 1997 • 7:00 p.m. inxn ^•'® 1B» GijMSoi •* M»SW MM’ * ta-Iiii ■ ® wiii aeaaw KMOffi IBUIP ttON iniaim rg.g'V'i»®'[5to j^g.jrjtti'liMi BU1W Present: A. Avery; M. Callton; T. Christensen; T. James; J. Krolik; A. Montgomery; J. Sessions. 1. The meeting was called to order by President Krolik at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for atten­ dance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Gonser, Hynes, Lenz, A. McLean, Potter and Powers. 2. A motion was made by Montgomery and supported by Christensen to approve the minutes of the February 10, 1997 regular meeting with the correction to item #6 Reports that Hartenburg was to do whatever was necessary with the trophy case at Kellogg to assure the safety of students in that building. Motion carried 7-0. 3. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to approve the minutes of the February 20, 1997 special meeting as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 4. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Christensen to pay the bills in the amount of $100,410.79 from the general fund. Motion carried 7-0. 5. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to transfer $228,969.76 for the 2/14/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 7-0. 6. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to transfer $249,808.93 for the 2/28/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 7-0. 7. Ward Rooks reported on plans for the upcoming senior trip to Washington D.C. and NHS trip to Toron­ to; it was the consensus of the Board to approve the trips. Larry Lenz reported on implementation of the new driver ed graduated licensing requirements. Tony Phenix and Keith Jones requested that the Board con­ sider limiting the number of players on teams below the varsity level; the matter was referred to the Board athletic council. Supt. McLean reported on financial projections for the 1997-98 school year. 8. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the second reading and adopt both the 7th grade HIV/AIDS curriculum and the K-12 science curriculum as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 9. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the resolution to call a bond elec­ tion on Tuesday, April 29, 1997 as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 10. Board Secretary Jerry Sessions appointed Jill Booher to act as administrator for the upcoming elections. 11. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to approve the first reading of the new and revised components of the Michigan Health Model curriculum, including the new 9th grade HIV/AIDS curriculum. Motion carried 7-0. 12. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Callton to accept the bid of $14,051.33 from Eubulus Computer Solutions to network the high school building and install two drops in each classroom for internet connection. Motion carried 7-0. 13. A motion was made by Callton and supported by James to approve the food service management agreement with Charlotte Public Schools through the end of the 97-98 school year with review at the end of this year and mid-year 97-98. Motion carried 7-0. 14. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by James to approve the following recommendations for spring sports coaching positions: Varsity BaseballGuenther Mittelstaedt; JV Baseball-Scot Lenz; Freshman Baseball-Steve Boggess and Mike Meade, volunteers; Varsity Softball-Chris Ricketts; JV Softball-'' Duska Brumm; Girls Varsity Track-Gary Hamilton, volunteer; Boys Varsity Track-Chris Pash; Girls Jr. High Track-Melissa Strong; Boys Jr. High Track-Jeff Byrne. Motion carried 7-0. 15. Early retirement incentive was tabled until next meeting. 16. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to accept the resignation of bus driver Belinda Ellison, effective February 28, 1997. Motion carried 7-0. 17. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to hold a speical meeting on Monday, March 17, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Jr/Sr High School Library for the purpose of setting matters to be voted upon at the annual election, possible executive session for disciplinary and legal matters, approval of equestrian team request, superintendent evaluation and budget decisions. Motion carried 7-0. 18. Todd Gonser informed the board that the Jr. High Pride Club trip to Cedar Point is scheduled for May 22, 1997. 19. A motion was made by James and supported by Montgomery to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 9-15 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. ..................... OPP Horse designation forms are available at the Extension of­ fice and must be turned in to the general livestock superintendent or the horse superintendent by May 1. The Eaton County Fair Board has selected a new horse superintendent, Tom Auvenshine, of Charlotte. For further information about 4-H horse projects,contact the Eaton County Exten­ sion office, 4-H youth pro­ gram at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1,1997 thru March 31,1998 will be held in con­ junction with the annual meeting at the Township Hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville on March 29, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed bud­ get may be obtained at the Township Hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk by writing 9752 Evart, Nashville, or phon­ ing 852-1859. Wayne and Sherry Gould of Nashville will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary on March 18, 1997, with a family dinner hosted by their children. ’ The former Sherry Latta and Wayne Gould were married March 18, 1972 at Nashville Baptist Church. The couple have three children, Leslie (Kyle) Booher of Big Rapids, Emilie and Lee, at home. Wayne and Sherry will be going on a Caribbean cruise in a few weeks. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE '.WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Besidential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DOOUROWN WORi. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately following the annual meeting. Susie Butler, Clerk Maple Grove Township t®AREl YOUCONCERNEDABOUTYOUR1 ^^'CHlLD^ DEVEM>PMIENn| ARE THEREDIFFICULTlES WITH SPEECH.: COORDINATION/ BEHAVIOR OR LEARNING? Eaton Intermediate School District is assessing local school district preschoolers as a service to parents. While children are being tested, parents will have an opportunity to talk with the preschool team about services. Helpful flyers on preschool development will be available. If you are interested, please call Mary Gurd or Pat McClelland at (517) 852-9468 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for an appointment. The testing will be done at the PPI Portable Classroom behind Fuller Elementary School on March 26, 1997. THIS IS NOT KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUP. Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE The testing will be done by appointment only. Please call (517) 852-9468 for your appointment by March 25. We’ll look forward to seeing you! Sponsored by Maple Valley Schools and Project Find, Eaton Intermediate School District �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 18, 1997 — Page 12 Nickel-Smrcina marry Stacey Lynn Smrcina and David Benjamin Nickel ex­ changed wedding vows Nov. 30, 1996, at St. Francis DeSales Church in Muskegon, Mich. They were attended by maid of honor, Barbara Orchard and best man, Joel Wetzel. Other attendants were Trisha Predko, Melissa Fox, Kim Gowin, Marie Klemp, Nicole McMillen and Kerry Nickel. Flower girl was Jocelyn Naparela. Groomsmen were Kevin Cornish, Lee Smrcina, Darrin Neff, Tim Tobias, An­ dy Goodrich and Rich Long. Ushers were Drew Senters, Dave Pashe and Michael Or­ chard. Ring bearer was Dominic Bertolone. The parents ofthe bride are Lee and Karen Smrcina of Muskegon, Mich. The bridegroom is the son of Gary and Kathy Nickel of Nashville, Mich. The bride graduated from Western Michigan University and is employed by Norrell Services. The bridegroom is employed by Michigan Veterinary Supply. The couple took a honey­ moon cruise is the Gulf of Mexico. The Nickel’s reside in Hastings. Mich. Calendar of Events Bahs-Roscoe exchange vows On Nov. 29, 1996, Angela Louise Bahs and Brandon Patrick Roscoe joined their hearts and hands to exchange wedding vows at St. Phillip Catholic Church in Battle Creek, MI. The newlyweds would like to thank all family and friends for helping to make their wedding day even more special. The couple currently resides in Farmington Hills, Mich. Angie is a computer software sales consultant for Oracle Corporation, and Brandon is a career consultant for Dickson Associates. PRIMESTAR - QUALITY Business Services SATELLITE system wireless BANKRUPTCY LEGAL cable. No equipment to buy. No Services. First consultation free. down payment Special installa­ Fees fully explained in advance. tion on raes n January, anuar as rates in as littlee as as Call 945-3512 for appointment$10 down. Call Jim at 765-3011 VERMONTVILLE ROOF- or 1-800-5-PRIME-5 your ING David Halliwill owner. authorized Primestar agent for 517-543-1002 this area. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: March 19 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. March 20 — Poultry Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. March 20 — Pesticide Testing. Call Extension Office, 948-4862 for information and to enroll. March 20 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Extension Office. March 24 — Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hastings High School Ag Room. March 25 — Rodeo Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. March 27 — Goat tattooing, 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. April.2 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m., Expo'Building Fairgrounds, Hastings. 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Smith Staff Writer A bond election for building renovations and additions that school officials say is very important for Maple Valley kids is scheduled for Wednes­ day, April 29. Promotions for the schools' request already are planned by the Bond Committee. Soon there will be banners in windows, new place mats in local restaurants and maybe even buttons, all with a very simple and direct message, "Just for Kids, Yes, Yes, Yes." The group's slogan also will appear as "Say yes to building the future." "That just says it all," a committee spokesperson said. "We need to do something about the classroom situation at Maple Valley and we need to do it now." Voters will be looking at three proposals April 29, and will decide on a new bus garage, additional parking, new bleachers and school ren­ ovations. But the most impor­ tant issue, according to all in­ volved, is eliminating portable classrooms. Right now there are 17 such mobile home type buildings in the district. Most are used for classroom space for lower elementary students, many of which are never part of a "reg­ ular classroom" in the Fuller Street building until they have reached the third grade. "Camper School," as Amy Laverty's children describe the situation, is not only costly to the district, but also a safety issue, according to many. "There are lots of arguments for eliminating the portables," said Allison Avery. "The situ­ ation makes team teaching impossible and there are no interactions with other class­ rooms. One might describe it as 'Poverty of spirit'. How­ ever, there is also the subject of safety." Fuller Street Principal Bernie Hynes said that one of her biggest concerns is the tornado season. "There is plenty of open space behind those portable' classrooms," she said. "If there were to be a tornado, it could be really tragic." Hynes went on to say that just getting all of the children out of the portables and safely into the school is only part of the problem. Overcrowding within the school also makes it difficult to provide safe shelter to all of the students at Fuller, and if a storm should destroy the classrooms, portable 44 percent of the students there would have no place to goThere is also a concern over the large number of children from "broken homes." With Easter egg hunt set for Saturday, March 29 easy accessibility to those children and many trips into and out of the classroom to go to the library, the lunch room and gym class, Hynes said she is afraid that it would be easy for a non-custodial parent to swipe a child and go unno­ ticed. "I really worry about these children being taken," she said. There is also a concern over costs. According to Superin­ tendent Alan McLean, the cost to heat the portables is tremendous. "It cost $350 per month just to heat the one portable at Kellogg," he said. "We are spending an average of $40,000 a year to heat these portable classrooms." Concerned people can eliminate the portable classrooms and add more classroom space to Maplewood and allow for some improvements to the junior-senior high school by supporting Proposal No. 1. What's Proposal No. 1 going to cost? According to in­ formation provided by McLean, for the average property owner in the district the cost would be $39 per year over the current levy. That translates into 4.95 mills. What about Proposal No. 2? If voters were to pass and additional .1714 mills, the Continued on pg. 2 'Competition" forced the closure of Maple Valley Amoco just two weeks ago. The station had been a reliable source for service since 1929. Maple Valley Amoco closing marks the ‘end of an era by a friendly smile," offered Ed Johncock who in earlier StaffWriter Maple Valley Amoco closed years leased a service area in it doors last week, marking the back. the end of an era. John Hughes, a principal The little gray building set­ shareholder in the business, ting on the corner of M-66 said that today's competition and M-79 was more than just just made things too hard. "There are others who offer another gas station. It was one of the few places still in exis­ the convenience market and so tence where "full service" in­ much more," he said. "We cluded pumping gas, washing just don't m ake enough the windshield and checking money selling gasoline." Hughes became involved the oil. "And always accompanied with the station in 1986, and by Cindy J. Smith Continued on pg. 2 Parking close to Putnam Park still an issue by Cindy J. Smith The Easter Bunny will make a "special stop" in Nashville this weekend, hid­ ing bright colored eggs and a few surprises at Putnam Park for area children. This will be the first such Easter Egg Hunt at Putnam Park and the event is spon­ sored by adults from Grace Community Church, who want to make the weekend ex­ tra special for youngsters. Though "the bunny" will not make a personal appear­ ance, he will be stopping by sometime during the wee Beginning at 10 a.m., hours of Saturday morning to preschoolers and children in assist with preparations, find­ kindergarten will begin their ing hiding places for his hunt for treasurers. They will Easter goodies. be followed by first-, secondBy the time 10 a.m. rolls and 3rd-graders, and finally around Saturday, Putnam Park fourth-, fifth- and sixth-graders will be full of surprises. will look for eggs, candy and According to spokesperson some special prizes. Jennifer Forell, the "hunt" Regardless of weather, the will begin at 10 a.m. for little hunt will go on. people and should conclude by "Bring your umbrella if it noon, During that two hours looks like rain," said Forell, children of various age groups "and your own bag." will be able to participate. Everyone from the commu­ To keep things fair, a nity is invited to participate. schedule has been put together Those with questions can call that divides children by ages. Forell at 726-0256. has struggled since to maintain the "full service" atmosphere that he felt important to regular customers and those just passing through. The station was a landmark in Nashville as early as 1929, when it was operated by Merrill Hinckley who worked there until World War H. Then a Mobile station, Hinckley took pride as man­ ager and looked forward to Staff Writer Those who want to park along M-66 close to Putnam Park may be able to do so on a limited basis after all. After a public hearing, vil­ lage officials have made changes to recent ordinances eliminating parking north of the bridge. Now a second pub­ lic hearing is scheduled in April, after citizens living along that stretch have voiced dissatisfaction. The trouble began shortly after the new playground equipment was placed in the "Clowns Dreamland" portion of the park. Traffic to the park increased and many motorists began parking along the west side of M-66 rather than in a lot already established in the park. Safety then became a big concern for village officials. Director of Public Works Scott Decker said that after observing many cars parked along the street and children attempting to cross with lim­ ited visibility, be was afraid that there could be an accident. "Our biggest concern is Our biggest concern is over safety, there are a lot of children crossing the road to get to the park.” - Scott Decker any changes and asked to do a traffic study. "We had asked for a traffic study prior to making any de­ cisions," said Falk, and that study was done in February. However, we still don't have any word from the state on their findings." Those findings will soon be available to village officials according to Robert Briere of the State Highway Depart­ ment. Briere said that the state even went one step farther, and studied the entire M-66 corridor in Nashville. He plans to release information after a meeting with other of­ ficials. "The next step is a joint in­ vestigation with the State Po­ lice and Police Chief Falk," said Briere. "After we meet and discuss information ob­ tained from our study, we will be making a recommendation to those who make the final determination on speed reduc­ tions. The preliminary work done Continued on pg. 8 Director of Public Works In This Issue over safety there," he said. "There are a lot of children crossing the road to get to the park. If the park weren’t on a hill and if the speed limit were re­ duced, perhaps village officials wouldn't have taken drastic measures. But Nashville Po­ lice Chief Jim Falk said the State Highway Department had been contacted prior to • Third graders learn about being principal • ‘Syrup Edition’ getting ready for festival • Fuller kids present show ‘under the Big Top’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 2 AMOCO,. .continued from front page Many in town remember original station manager, Merrill Hinckley, who would open the station in the midle of the night if an emergency arose and a “friend” needed gas. (Photo provided) MAPLE VALLEY VT Real Estate ’A.\h providing his customers, most friends and neighbors with gas, oil, a tire change when needed, and a friendly smile. Merrill's daughter, Petie Latta, said that she had fond memories of that station, es­ pecially of the candy counter and family picnics. Shortly after becoming manager, Hinckley purchased a home just across the street, and rigged up a buzzer system to communicate with his wife and children while at work. "The station and our home had the same phone number," said Latta. "And Dad devised a way to send messages back and forth when the phone rang." Latta said one buzz meant the call was for the station, two meant it was for Mom, and so on. Whenever the phone rang, everyone at home waited to hear four buzzes. "That always meant that there was little going on and we could come over to the sta­ tion and raid the candy counter," she said. "Dad would buzz the house and then stand outside of the station and just laugh as the front door to home would swing open and it would be a mad dash to get across the street!" Latta said that lunch time during the summer months also was fun. On weekdays when her father was at the sta­ tion and weather permitted, the family always picnicked behind the station. Dad then MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS » THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Joan & Homer Winegar. Nyle Wells............................ ves. 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 JUST LISTED: VERMONTVILLE • VERMONTVILLE • ON 10 ACRES - 4 ENJOY THIS completely remod­ bedroom brick home on 10 acres in the village. "Handy­ man Special" (house needs work). Two-car garage, 2 years old. Trees on property and pasture land. Call Homer for more details. (V-54) eled, 3 bedroom home. Origi­ nal woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) ON 7 ACRES “IN NEW LISTING: NASHVILLE ■ 3 BED­ 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for ROOM, COUNTRY” SOUTHEAST OF NASHVILLE - Two bedroom double wide with a "country view", 2 baths, full basement, nice deck. Call Nyle for more "info." (CH-55) PRICE JUST REDUCED!! RECENTLY REMODELED - Nashville, 3 bed­ rooms, 5-room ranch home, tastefully decorated. Single car garage. Must be seen to appreciate!! Call Homer for more "information." (N-48) ON LARGE CORNER LOT IN NASH­ PRICE REDUCED!! NASHVILLE 2 BR VILLE - 2-story home on large RANCH - Possession at close. corner lot, 3 bedrooms, enclosed front porch & first floor laundry. Call Homer for more "details" and appoint­ ment to see. (N-57) On large lot with nice shade trees, garden spot, home has garage & breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) and while playing watch for a most, 'Fuzzy's was more than customer. When someone where you bought your gas, it drove into the station he was a place to hang out after would go gas up their car and school or to stop in for a bot­ then return to finish the tle of pop and catch up on all the latest news. game." Back then, more than 25 Hinckley left the station to work as a security guard at years ago, Ed Johncock said EW Bliss during World War II he enjoyed his service work in and then returned for a short the back of the shop, primar­ time after the war. Sometime ily because of the "social at­ after his return, the original mosphere." "Fuzzy used to work at building, octagon in shape, was tom down and the con­ Oldsmobile," said Johncock. crete block building that "He quit to run the station and stands on the comer today was took a lot of pride in his business." put in its place. Johncock, who began work­ The Amoco station has car­ ing alongside Woodward in ried on the tradition of earlier 1968, said that back then there years, when most remember was no reason to be concerned the station as "Fuzzy’s. "Everybody knew Fuzzy," over competition like today. "We pumped more gas than said Hughes, speaking of anybody in town back then," Harold Woodward. Back then, according to he said. I hate to see that sta­ tion go." BOND., .continued from front page (Graduate Realtors Institute) HMS enjoy lunch and be ready when a customer drove in for gas. Life back then was much different than now. Some­ times the slow pace allowed for Merrill to skip across the street and join his family for a few minutes during working hours. Other times, when an emergency arose, he might get a knock on the door late at night and open the station for a friend. "I remember many times when someone would knock on our door late at night and need gas," said Latta. "Dad would put his shoes one and open up the station. "I remember back then that we played croquette in our yard, the whole community would sometimes be there," said Latta. "Dad would skip across the street for his turn, REALTOR* Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available When what is now known as Maple Valley Amoco first opened the station, then owned by Mobile looked much different. An Octagon building once stood on that corner. However, old fashioned "full service" there hadn’t changed. The station doors were closed for the last time on March 9. 1 VACANT LAND NOW AVAILABLE: 3 PARCELS, U EACH Priced from $7,000 to $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Parcels will be surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-46) ACRES LAND CONTRACT TERMS ■ YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: $57,000!! (CASH) 2 HOUSES - Large barn & granary — on 4 plus acres. Needs work — sold "as is." Call Homer for details. (CH-56) WE NEED LISTINGS!! SPRINGTIME BUYERS” ARE LOOKING NOW! H you ore thinking of “making a change,” give us a call. Whether you are contemplating a smaller home or a larger home, getting the family into the country” or need to move into town — please let us help you "make your move!” Give us a call if you are thinking of... “SELLING” or “BUYING”!! (B) 2.2 acres .$8,900. (D) 2.3 acres .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE OF (3) APPROX. 12 ACRES EACH PARCELS FOR $18,900! or (4) 2 acre parcels for $11,900 each!! Rolling & "tree lined" with "walk-out" building sites. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. district could have a new bus garage and additional parking. That proposal alone would in­ crease taxes by $3.43 per year, based on the scenario of $20,000 taxable valuation or a home valued at $40,000. The current bus garage provides only limited working space for repairs, no training area or meeting room. Proposal No. 3 again is less than a full mill at .2057 mill. It would provide the district with $300,000, enough place new bleachers and a press box, moving lights, a concession stand and rest rooms at the new track/football field. "Our bleachers at the field behind Fuller Street are in poor repair,' said Superinten­ dent McLean. "We have had two separate accidents within the past year. The district could face a lawsuit if the sit­ uation isn't improved." Based on the same scenario as previous examples, Propo­ sition No. 3 would cost the average taxpayer $4.11 per year. Those who support the bond issue said that they feel there may be some miscon­ ceptions about just what money will be used for. They say that all can rest assured that once this bond issue is passed, the money can only be used as specified in ballot lan­ guage, and all expenditures will be monitored by the state. At the bottom of each pro­ posal language reads as fol­ lows regarding those expendi­ tures: The Maple Valley Bond program and eliminate an adCommittee members also said ministrator." The deadline for registering that they want to put to rest any concerns over the Kellogg to vote in this election is March 31. building. Those wishing to assure There are no plans now for renovations because it would that they will have a part in simply be too costly. Accord- the April Bond Election ing to architects from Griener should contact their township and Associates, to comply or village clerk prior to next with current laws, modifica- Monday: •In Assyria Township, call tions to the building would include such things as eleva­ Dena Miller 758-3410 •In Maple Grove Township, tors. That building however will call Susie Butler 852-1859] •In Castleton Township, not sit vacant. Plans are to use the classroom space for al­ call Lorna Wilson 852-9193 •In Vermontville Township, ternative education programs and the gym for community call Marcia Grant 726-0750 •In Kalamo Township, call programs and some Maple Cherie Everett 726-1322 Valley sports programs. •In Chester Township, call "There would be a savings of $81,000 a year if we moved Sheila Draper 543-7750 elementary grades out of that •In Sunfield Township, call building,' said McLean. "We Sheryl Smith 566-8461 •In Carmel Township, call eliminate rental of the church building now used for the Phyllis Smuts 543-3098 FASSETT BODYSHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering1 • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 3 Cappon victim of armed robbery Obituaries Lucile Frances Love VERMONTVILLE - Lucile Frances Love, age 71, of Vermontville passed away Tuesday, March 18, 1997. Mrs. Love was bom February 20,1926 in Eaton County, the daughter of Lloyd and Edith (Smith) Case. She was a Korean War veteran. Mrs. Love was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence in 1982 and three brothers, Allen Case, Colon Case and Robert Case. She is survived by two sisters, Frances Shetenhelm and Flossie Corey, both of Vermontville and several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton County Humane Society or the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Envelopes available at the funeral home. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Nellie Marie Ramsey POTTERVILLE - Nellie Marie Ramsey, age 79, of Potterville, passed away on Friday, March 21, 1997. She was bom November 13, 1917 in Wabash, Indiana, the daughter of John & Mabel (Brown) Week. Mrs. Ramsey was a member of the First Baptist Church in Charlotte and the Mary Murray Circle. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Clarence Eldridge in 1948 and Eddie Ramsey in 1977; two grand­ sons, Jason and John. Mrs. Ramsey is survived by three daughters, Linda (John) Jane of Potterville, Charlotte (Raymond) Carmony ofNashville and Phyllis (Larry) Belcher of Vermontville; two sons, Everett Eldridge of S “Jot ,, fess 5*{J< W ** i ’•■nfanil ty I B/ ’(Kx'®a'ic *Wj • Bi hd ta,' ■ I kattaatsskis.1 is ni k®' |B ^iHilEKE Mil. ., | tai m to* 2* Sacramento, California and Ernest (JoAnn) Ramsey of Charlotte; one step-daughter, Iva Lee (Bill) Robison ofHolt; ten grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; five brothers, John Week, Robert Week, Charles Week, Richard Week and Albert Week; five sisters, Gladys Taylor, Elizabeth Taylor, Mary Reed, Dorothy Dickinson and Adella Scott. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 25, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Charles Moore officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church or American Diabetes Association. Envelopes available at the funeral home. The Cappons station in Nashville became victim of an armed robbery early Sunday morning. According to reports released yesterday by the Barry County Sheriffs Department, at 4:14 Sunday morning an unidentified male wearing a ski mask entered station with a silver hand gun and escaped with an undetermined amount of money. During the incident a female clerk was reportedly struck several times. She was treated at Pennock Hospital in Hastings and released. The robbery is still under investigation and as of press time no arrests had been made. Roger D. Hosey NASHVILLE - Roger D. Hosey, age 60, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 1997 at Hospice of Greater Grand Rapids. He was bom January 21, 1937 in Walton Township in Eaton County, the son of Melvin and Mary (Halsey) Hosey. Mr. Hosey graduated from Vermontville High School in 1954 and earned his Journey­ man Degree in machine repair in 1970. He married Kathleen Ballard on March 27, 1957 in Vermontville. Mr. Hosey was employed at Oldsmobile and McKesson Company, both in Lansing, Bliss Manufacturing in Hast­ ings and Rockwell Company in Battle Creek. He enjoyed playing cards, woodworking, story telling, he loved his family and his pets. Mr. Wood was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Hosey and a sister, Audra Reynolds. He is survived by his wife, Kay; one daughter, Rae (Jeff) Murphy ofNashville;oneson, Roger C. (Angie) Hosey of Nashville; three granddaugh­ ters, Kathryn Murphy of Memphis, Tennessee, Cassady and Aubrey Murphy both of Nashville; his mother, Mary Halsey of Vermontville; mother-in-law, Tina Ballard of Bellevue; three sisters, Ardella (George) Hall ofRoscommon, Wilma (Glenn) Powers of Vermontville and Mary Lou (Doug) Faust ofCharlotte; two brothers, Melvin D. (Harleen) Hosey of Coopersville and William (Marilyn) Hosey of Vermontville; brother-in-law, Alfred (Sharon) Ballard of Bellevue, plus many special nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place. Memorial luncheon was held Friday, March 21,1997 at the Nashville V.F.W. Post. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. “It’s the most important purchase of our life. We wanted to deal with someone we trust. When you find that perfect house you can’t risk losing it. You need to go to someone you can trust. At Eaton Federal we care about you, we’ll respond to your loan request in a timely manner and treat you like someone special. We are a local independent consumer bank, we are not a branch of some out-of-the area giant. We keep the loans we make, so when you have a question you can come into any of our offices and talk to a person, not a phone number. 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To assist the princiRebekah's hour also was in­ pal, at least 20 points had to teresting because she Was asbe earned. And once the privi- sistant principal right in the lege was given, each would midst of an argument between start all over accumulating students. "I got to talk with Mrs. Hynes about what to do when students fight," she said. "We made them write paragraphs, I guess. I went a little easy on them!" Both girls were also asked Theplace to goforprofessional styling to assist teacher, Susan Doozan with ideas for other Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. reading activities. Owner - Diana Kuempel "That was really fun,' both agreed. It seems as though the ex­ perience made a good impression on both girls, Rebekah by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Imagine as a third-grader sit­ ting in the principal's chair and making decisions that af­ fect your entire school. That's just what two girls at Fuller Street Elementary did last week — almost. 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LOW RATE FINANCING AVAILABLE! This is Bernie Hynes behind the desk, its Rebekah Welch acting as "Assistant Principal". She said the job was a lot of fun!! wants.to-.be a teacher when she grows up and Sarah said that she wants to sit in the principal's chair. "Being a principal must be a lot of fun," she said. "I'll go back and help any time!" Eaton horse riding program needs volunteers The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association is seek­ ing volunteers to help with the spring riding session. Volunteers may come for all or part ofthe day. Students for the riding program come from the Eaton Intermediate School District. The classes take place behind the Eatbn Intermediate/Meadowview School, 1790 East Padcard Highway in Charlotte. The spring riding session is scheduled for Tuesdays, April 8 through May 27, from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.-m. The course teaches the sport of horsemamship to the physical­ ly, mentally or emotionally handicapped. Classes are made up of up to six students who progress at the same rate. Classes are 45 minutes long and consist of traditional riding lessons, along with mounted exercise. Games also can be a part of the riding lesson. All students start with a person walking at the head of the horse and two people next to each student. As the student improves, helpers are removed, all depending on the student’s ability. The inten­ tion is not only to teach the sport of horsemanship, but also to give a fun experience oftherapeutic riding. “In 20 years of operating this program, we have had on­ ly good responses .from students, teachej and parents!” a spokesperson said. . The ESRVA program is formed entirely by volunteers except for the instructor, who is certified to teach horseback riding for the handicapped through 4-H. The program is offered to students at no charge. The ESRVA is funded en­ tirely by donations and fund­ raisers. The next fund-raiser is an open house show scheduled for May 18 at the Eaton County Fairgrounds in Charlotte. Volunteers still are needed in many capacities for the spr­ ing program: To lead horses, sidewalk horses (helping students balance), help with stable management (classes for the students about horses and their care), to trailer horses to the riding program and to help with the child care for the children of the volunteers. Participants may come for all or part of the day. Free child care is provided. No ex­ perience is necessary to volunteer. Orientation for new volunteers is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 25, at the EISD/Meadowview School, 1790 East Packard Highway, Charlotte. For more information on the Horse show or on becom­ ing a volunteer,- call 627-8888, 543-8978 or 321-3337. Help Wanted $“AVON” HAS ALOT TO OFFER! Reliable Representa­ tives needed! Great Earnings/ Benefits. Ind/Sales/Rep. 1-800-423-7112,____________ PEDDLERS NEEDED! FAST GROWING HOME show­ company needs enthusiastic people to sell our country collectables and enjoy great income. Call Beth Cravens 616-623-6042. VERMONTVILLE JOHN DEERE Maple Syrup Festival JI Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) 94S-9526 Hours: Monday-Friday. 7 am-5 pm; Thursday 7 am-7 pm; Saturday 7 am-12 noon pedof^ dof^ df^ TALENT SHOW Friday, April 25, 1997 • 6:30 PM • Call...517-726-1077 or 517-852-0882 Two Divisions: Junior: 13 & Under Senior: 14 & Over Sarah VanderHoef said that one of the highlights of her position as “Assistant Principal" was her time on the telephone. Is she scheduling appointments of checking up on students who were absent that day? 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The troop members also entertained parents and guests with a Michigan Indian lore story of the first robin. Each scout made a presentation describ­ ing one troop outing. Special guests for the even­ ing were Chief of Police Jim Falk and officer Terry Johnson, who talked to the boys about an Explorer post that they are organizing. The troop presented both men with certificates, thanking them for their support of scouting. Several other guests were honored by the troop for their continued support of Boy Scouting in Nashville. John Rapson and the VFW were presented with a certificate of merit. Phil Hayes, scouting’s district commissioner, attend­ ed and was presented with a certificate. He received “Most Valuable Player” for his help and concern for the boys of troop 176. Sheila Dunn also was recognized for her continuing service to scouting. She is the troop committee secretary. Mark Andrews was in­ troduced to the troop and parents as newest adult volunteer. The boys also gave a round ofapplause to the only grandparents to attend, Frank and Esther Dunham. Scoutmaster Elton Tait spoke to the group about scouting and upcoming events. The scouts closed the evening with the oath. Troop 176 is working on raising funds for summer BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 PRIMESTAR - QUALITY SATELLITE system wireless cable. No equipment to buy. No down payment Special installa­ tion rates in January, as little as $10 down. Call Jim at 765-3011 or 1-800-5-PRIME-5 your authorized Primestar agent for this area. 16 8 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 & 16 $ 16 V 168 £ Happy Birthday 16 16 3 £ 16 16 $ & 16 March 30th 16 £ Love, Mom, 16 Claude, Shannon, 16 Jeremy, & Denver £ £ 16 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ 16 $ Troy! • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 40 40 Police Chief Jim Falk and officer Terry Johnson receive certificates from the Boy Scouts. camp at Whitehall’s Camp Gerber. There will be a draw­ ing for afghans in April. They are also collecting pop bottles and cans. Wish this old fisherman a Anyone wishing to donate to the boys summer camp fund can call Sue Dunham at 852-1925 or Elton Tait at 852-0816. 40 Happy 40th Birthday — On March 26th — 40 Love, Pat, Karl, Kandy, Marty and Diane 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • 40 • EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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You can also call one of the following league directors for information: JeffFisher (co-ed tee ball ages 6 and 7) at 726­ 1194, Lisa Trumble (pee wee girls ages 8-10) at 726-0002, Don Rugg (pee wee boys ages 8 and 9) at 726-1334, Doreen Root (little league girls 11­ 13) at 726-0001, Jon Boss School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 26 Hamburger on bun, tater tots, lettuce, pickle and tomato, apple crisp. Thursday, March 27 Hot dog or chili dog, french fries, glorified rice, cookie or salad bar. Friday, March 28 Chicken patty w/bun, mash­ ed potatoes, peaches, trail mix. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 10, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The public hearing will hear discussion on re­ placing the Traffic Control Ordin­ ance 2-13-97 with a new ordinance that will allow parking (where marked) on the east side of M-66 north of the bridge to the Village limits. Nashville Village Council of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, March 26 Chicken patty/bun, whip­ ped potatoes, garden salad, pineapple. TTiursday, March 27 Tuna and noodles, sweet potatoes, peaches, garlic toast, salad bar. K-Pizza. Friday, March 28 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce, bread, margarine. Monday, March 31 Hamburger, cheeseburger, potato wedge, applesauce. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Miscellaneous COUNTRY FEVER DANCE: Open for line dance, lessons, couples dancing. Tuesday beginners, Wednesday line dance, Thursday couples, Fridays and Saturdays open dance. 7-10pm Tues.-Thur., FriSaL 7-12pm. 616-758-3939 for further informaiton. HUGE SAVINGS on Selected Models of Arch Type Steel Buildings. 25x26, 30x42,. 50x200. Great for storage, shops, garages. Easy Financing Available. Call immediately 1-800-222-6335. NOTICE (minor boys ages 10-11) at 726-0659), David Cook (major boys 12-13) at 852­ 2324 and Kathy Spears (girls travel teams ages 14-16) at 852-0987. Parents please take note of the cut-off date and make sure that your son or daughter has the opportunity to play. Fresh Maple Syrup is available from the Nashville Maple Syrup Assoc, at Mace's Pharmacy, Carl's Supermarket, and Hastings City Bank in Nashville, or stop by the Syrup Shack, located next to Putnam Park in Nashville. Call ahead to see if we are boiling (852-0145). Thank you for your support. IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment, whatever you call “home you can make it better! • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints Merlllat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning HOMESTOWNi LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 VISA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 6 Students getting ‘Syrup Edition’ ready for festival This is Beth Balcom's second year as "Editor" with the group. She gets to read everyone else's "copy" which she says can be very entertaining! by Cindy J. Smith Then they actually go to Staff Writer work. Local maple syrup produc­ Each of the 11 staff writers ers are busy preparing for in Gatewood's class this year what they hope to be their was given a variety of as­ biggest festival ever and pa­ signments, and a few resource rade plans are being finalized. materials. The rest was up to All of that planning would them. be for naught if the word did­ Soon each had direction and n't get out, and a group of began putting thoughts onto teens from Maple Valley do paper. Photos taken from pre­ just that every year, under the vious issues were dug out and direction ofCindy Gatewood. cameras were in hand when The latest copy of "The "on assignment." That imagi­ Syrup Edition" soon will be nation is what "editor" Beth out, with articles about all as­ Balcom says is fascinating pects of the annual event. about the project. These kids talk with pro­ "Everybody has a different ducers, write about the history style and really great ideas," of Vermontville, collect in­ she said. "It is editing the formation on scheduled events work that has been a great ex­ and interview the queen. All perience." the information goes into Balcom said that though she "their paper," known as "The knows ahead of time what as­ Souvenir Edition" featuring signments will be coming the festival. across her desk, but there are Work begins each spring, always a few surprises. usually in late February with "Some of these are really the distribution of assign­ good," she said while editing ments. Old editions are re­ the latest copy on her desk. viewed and many discussions This is Beth's second year take place about "what's hot as editor for the Maple Syrup and what's not" this year. Edition, and she said that NOTICE SOFTBALL/BASEBALL TEAMS Any organization, league, or team wishing to use the field(s) in Riverside Park for the 1997 season should contact the Nashville Village Office at 852-9544 by 3-31­ 97 with your requests. Be sure to include who you rep­ resent, what time(s) and day(s) you are requesting. Once all requests are in we will compile a tentative schedule. There will be a fee for tournament use of the fields. Please call for more information. Nashville Village Council though Cindy Gatewood checks the stories that are submitted for content, her work to correct spelling and punctuation is giving her a lot of insight which could help prepare her for a career in journalism. "I really haven’t made up my mind exactly what I want to do when I get to out of school, but it will be related to journalism," she said. "Maybe writing for a paper or magazine or even broadcast­ ing." She added as did other stu­ dents that probably the most difficult part of their job in preparing the paper is "What do I ask in an interview!" "When you haven't inter­ viewed the public before, that can be difficult," he said. "We all get pretty nervous." That subsides however, once the conversation is un­ derway and the students find that most interviewees are in­ teresting and there is always something new to be learned. And that is reflected in their work. Each student inter­ viewed by the Maple Valley News said that though the process of writing their paper they are meeting people, learning about the impact of history on their their own left) Josh Brace, Chris Hartwell. Jessica Gilmore, Jamie Rasey, Kerri Dean, Jessie Pennington, Casey Hansbarger, Shelly Arras, Beth Balcom, Kevin Conkey and Luke Rairigh. Josh Brace and Jessica Gilmore are busy looking at the work done in past years and deciding what angles to use this year to attract readers. community, getting a taste of the sugaring business, and at the same time sharpening their writing skills. This marks the 29th year that students from Maple Val­ ley have participated in this project. Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone * Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — Star Wars: A New Hope; Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back; Star Wars: Return of the Jedi; D3 The Mighty Ducks; Bambi; and Fly Away Home. Simmons; Your Rabbit: A Kids Guide to Raising and Showing by Nancy Searle; and Fossil Identifier by Scott Weidensaul. The library has installed new carpeting. Pat Gardener from Custom Home Interior, Charlotte, worked through the weekend in order to minimize the disruption of services. Funding for the new carpet was provided by the Annette Davis estate. The library board members and stall all helped to make the project a success. A large contingent of unexpected volunteers round­ ed out the work force. 3001: The Final Odyssey by Arthur C. Clarke; Vegas Heat by Fem Michaels; Ignition by Kevin Anderson; The Partner by John Grisham; This Day All Gods Die: The Gap Into Ruin by Stephen Donaldson; Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist by Dorothy Gilman; A Thin Dark Line by Tami Hoag; The Escape Artist by Diane Chamberlain; Beyond Recognition by Ridley Pear­ son; The Dancing Floor by Barbart Michaels; Sole Sur­ vivor by Dean Koontz; Dead­ 5 ly Sweet in Ann Arbor by Jerry Prescott; Now or Never The 1997 Eaton County 4-H by Elizabeth Prescott; The Swine Weigh-in will be held Bone Collector by Jeffrey Saturday, April 5, between 10 Deaver; Working on a a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Eaton Miracle by Mahlon Johnson; County Fairgrounds in Change Your Job, Change Charlotte. Your Life: High Impact This weigh-in is mandatory Strategies For Finding Great for all members planning to Jobs in the 90s; and Eight show and sell market and car­ Weeks to Optimum Health by cass animals at the Eaton Andrew Weil. County Fair July 5-2. For more information con­ Junior Titles tact Dan Haigh, swine Tropical Rain Forest by superintendent, at (517) April Pulley Sayre; Your 543-5326 or the Eaton County Sheep: A Kids Guide to Rais­ MSU Extension office at ing and Showing by Paula (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594, Swine weigh-in will be April VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION 201 North Main Street — Nashville Videos Adult Titles HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Cleaning: $ 15.00 New titles at the VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY Many hours are spent each year going through old photographs and deciding what can be utilized for the next edition. Going though that bit of history can also be a lot of fun! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 7 On the Shelf at... SUNFIELD DISTRICT LIBRARY New adult books this week are: Change Your Job — Change Your Life; God Save the Queen! by Dorothy Can­ ned; Abuse of Power by Nan­ cy Taylor Rosenberg; The Partner by John Grisham (the waiting list has already started!); Vegas Rich by Fem Michaels; Love’s Encore by Sandra Brown; Pentecost Alley by Anne Perry; Welder’s Handbook A Complete Guide to MIG, TIG, Arc and Oxyacetylene Welding; and Tom Clancy’s Op Center — Acts of War. New for the reference sec­ tion is Worldmark En­ cyclopedia of the Nations, eighth edition. Five volumes cover United Nations, Africa, America, Asia and Oceania The Canadiens and Blues skidded to a 2-2 tie during the ice storm shortened sixth week of Kellogg Floor Hockey League play at Kellogg Elementary School in Nashville. Ice storm freezes floor hockey play by Art Frith book as the first teams to play Mother Nature's icy blast to a 0-0 tie. In other action Monday through Maple Valley March 13 and 14 shortened the Kel­ evening: the North Stars put logg Floor Hockey League another notch in the win col(KEHL) play during week six, umn as they doubled the Red but not before a real nothing Wings 4-2. Lance Burpee led game went into the record the North Stars' scoring with books. a pair of goals. The Canadiens On Monday...an outstand­ played the same tune as their ing defensive performance by opponents as they skidded to a goalies Travis Irish of the 2-2 tie with the Blues. The Rangers and the Bruins' Nick Canadiens' scoring came Newton put the Rangers and solely from Brandon Schantz's "Bruins in the KFHL record two points, including a Girls open track season with record Rachel Pettengill set a new Krolik also registered third team record to highlight place performances. Sessions Maple Valley's performance at had a high jump of 4-10 and the March 20 Saginaw Valley Krolik threw the shot put 31­ Indoor Invitational. 9. Pettengill had a 9.76 in the Danielle Watson also placed 55-meter hurdles to set the with a sixth (14-8) in the long indoor Maple Valley record. jump. Her finish was good enough Maple Valley placed for third place. seventh at the event with 19 Teri Sessions and Erica points. । it Barry County Commission on Aging LUNCH MENU ft* t! Wednesday, March 26 *?L>* ;! hh< ; Sliced baked ham w/pineapple ring, squash, Prince Ed­ ward medley, dinner roll, margarine, cake. Jr ft* * jffttl Thursday, March 27 1**1 ill “L *(1*^1 Shaved pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, California blend, bun, jello. Friday, March 28 Closed in observance of Good Friday. fiS> Monday, March 31 Stuffed pepper, hot mixed beans, carrots, bread, margarine, cobbler. Events jr"" c j* -i**; fir -i; „ Easter is Sunday, March 30. Teleflora’s Spring Showers Bouquet combines fresh spring flowers with a cheery ceramic watering can, delighting everyone who receives it. Afterwards, this practical keepsake will add beauty to any garden. To send this lovely springtime gift anywhere in the U.S. or Canada, call or visit our shop. Come in and see our new plush animals for Spring. Qreat selection ofplush animals and Spring giftsfor under $5.00 Oll'lefloiii’ Mapes Florist Wednesday, March 26 Hastings, foot care, blood pressure day, craft day; Nashville, dulcimer; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday party. Thursday, March 27 — Hastings, sing-along, line dancing, Reid/Nye; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Hastings 8: 30-12:30 Tax Day. Friday, March 28 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, bir­ thday party. Hastings, 9: 00-12:00, Tax Day. Monday, March 31 — Hastings, line dancing, music/party, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, crafts; Delton, game day. V CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP I fl u power-play goal. On Saturday...play resumed following Friday's "ice-out". The Maple Leafs clobbered the Canadiens 6-1. Brett Leonard led the Leafs' scoring attack with a pair of goals and an assist, while Brieann Treloar and Eric Smith each picked up a goal and two assists. Jeff Taylor slapped out two goals as the Blackhawks scalped the Blues 4-1; and the Kings beat the Penguins 4-2. Bless you Gladys Hummel - Delivery Available - 207 N. Main St, Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat 9 am to 1 pm We Now Stock. Master Touch Paint in 5 gallon buckets! I|11 P /A Introductory offer For Sale Automotive while supplies last. 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $300 OBO. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. ’92 JEEP CHEROKEE with sport package and sun roof. Call 517-852-1973. Now Open Sunday 11-3. Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Doug Durkee — Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm Neosporin Benadryl Caladryl Original Ointment .5 oz. Original or Extra Strength Cream 1 oz. Lotion • 6 oz. Clear or Pink nsM^ilF wBenadryf muDnucnnr NEOSPORIN^ NEOSPOyN- Neosporin Plus Ointment .5 oz. - $3.09 Your Choice Benadryl' tnmwi Your Choice Benadryl Original Spray 2 oz. - $3.39 Mennen Aosept Rid Speed Stick Gel 3 oz. Disinfecting Solution 12 oz. Pediculicide Shampoo 2 oz. ora .V.ision. Diskifactant ■maxUmus^^. 50?£ 0?£ Your Choice of Select Formulas Desitin Baby Ointment • 2 oz. or Desitin Daily Care Ointment • 2 oz. . CHERYL PIERCE, Owner 3d3d6b6b6b6b1l1l Curtis Curtis K RK Rd., d., ININashville, ashville, MI MI •• 517*852-2377 517*852-2377 A n 3RC 219 Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 arye...oren,omen HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday & Children Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm • CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank the doctors and staff for the wonderful care I received at Pennock Hospital; also, those at Tendercare for the physical therapy and Pennock Home Care following my knee surgety. A special thanks to family and friends, Club 60 in Nashville for prayers, cards, plants, food and visits. Scaly Things (The Nature Company Young Discoveries Library); Those Can-Do Pigs; Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten; and Let’s Count It Out, Jesse Bear. Spring Showers. Thank You ?Si{S Si{ S jiw In Bt 1 )t Bfchta^ and Europe, with sections in each on geography, history, economics and political science. These are for reference use and will remain in the library. New junior books are: THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURE FLOWER AND PLANT ESSENCES . DESITIN 1 MAMIMMOWTMOtT MAMIMMOWTMOtT MlafflOtntM Sale Dates March 5 - March 19,1997 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 8 Prime Timers’ provide community service by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer The "Prime Timers" com­ munity service is provided by a unique group in Nashville. These senior citizens, given their name because of their ages, are all giving of their time to improve the commu­ nity. Their latest project is a donation to the Nashville Fire and Ambulance crews, all with proceeds from a pancake breakfast. "There is nothing really un­ usual about our group," said Marge Shilton. "We're just doing our part and are one of many care cells at Grace Community (Church)." The care cells are small groups of people meeting with others their own age to discuss their faith, gain strength from one another and focus on things that they can do to benefit the community. Some of those groups are teens, others are young adults and so on. Officials from the Castle­ ton-Maple Grove-Nashville Fire Department said that the Prime Timers and member Floyd Shilton are what community spirit is all about, something to be commended in today's world. "There is no other church like this in the community," said Fireman Rod Scramlin. "They are truly community oriented." Scramlin and New Fire Chief Bill Wilson met with Shilton last week to accept a check from the Prime Timers, money that will be used to benefit the community with better equipment and services. "This group doesn't just help in their own church, they work throughout the commu­ nity," said Wilson, "They do the same for everybody in all walks of life." One might think that a group that such as this would be large. It must take a lot of hands and a lot of organization to accomplish what they have. Surprisingly that isn't so. The Prime Timers, in existence now for just over a year, consists of only 12 members. They meet just once a month, but seem to accomplish a lot at each meeting. "We really just get together and talk about what we can do next to help out," said Marge Shilton. "That's what we're all about." Prime Timer, Floyd Shilton, also a member of the fire and ambulance board presented checks to Fire Chief Bill Wilson and fireman Rod Scramlin last week. Proceeds from the groups latest Pancake Breakfast were all donated, just one of many things this 'Community Minded" group has done since they were formed just one year ago. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 HORSE FARM - Something for the whole family. Remodeled farmhouse situated on 12-30 acres with room for the kids to play. 2 pole barns. Convenient country location. One-half mile to Ackley Lake access. Call Dixie. $160,000. 10 ACRE PARCEL IN THE COUNTRY with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Home is only 3 years old. Priced to sell at $79,900. Call Joan 517-852-0863. SAUBEE RD., LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 3 bedroom, 2 baths, full basement. Pole barn and workshop. 2 acres. $113,000. Call Joan 517-852-0863. MULLIKEN - Grand Ledge schools. Tired of rent! Buy this cute, 2 bedroom home with large back yard for only $62,000. — VACANT LAND — 0 DOWN FINANCING - Only $68,000 for this lovely little home. Kitchen, dining, living, and family room and much more. Nearly 2 acres. Barns and sheds. Call Joan today 517-852-0863. QUIET COUNTRY SETTING, BELLEVUE SCHOOLS - 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, with walk-out basement. Convenient to Char­ lotte, Bellevue or Battle Creek. On paved road. Call Rhea 517-852-9414 or 800-801-6043. ELEGANT 4 bedroom home with open floor plan. Many updates. 3Vz-car garage, only $85,000. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. VICTORIAN HOME - Brick exterior, beautiful woodwork, and if that’s not enough, it sits on 1 acre IN THE COUNTRY. You must see this lovely home. RETIRING TO THE CITY? We have resi­ dential lots convenient to shopping. Call Rhea 517-852-9414. BUILDING SITE - 10 ACRES (COULD BE DIVIDED) - Woodland Elementary, Lake­ wood High School. Perked. Call Dixie 517­ 726-0721. MONEY MAKER FOR RESIDENTIAL LAND DEVELOPERS - 75 acres is waiting to put cash in your pocket. 7 miles S.W. of Mt. Pleasant. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. ALL-SPORT LAKE - Undeveloped 90x100 lake lot. Will accept mobile homes on a foundation. $12,000. Call Joan 517­ 852-0863. NICE SIZED LOT NEAR FREEWAY IN VILLAGE OF OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. Call Joan at 517-852-0863. BUSINESS LOT IN VILLAGE GROWTH AREA - Zoned for business or residential, city water & sewer. Call Dixie. PUTNAM.. . continued from front page by the highway department dealt with information such as number of cars traveling through the area, and average speed. At the meeting, they will combine that with acci­ dent reports and other informa­ tion. "Once that is all compiled it may take an additional three months before any official re­ sults will dictate changes," he said. Briere also cautioned that because the study was com­ pleted does not necessarily mean that any changes will take place. Falk said that besides safety, another issue is avail­ able parking for residents who live along that stretch, most on small lots, with no room for more than one vehicle. Some of those residents had appeared before the council on Feb. 13, concerned that with the "No Parking" ordinance that was presented that night, any guests that came to visit would have to park several blocks away. That proposed ordinance read as follows: "There shall be no parking at any time within the east right of way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north village limit." It also read, "There shall be no parking at any time within the west right of way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thomapple River and from 100 feet south of the Thomapple River north to the north village limit." That language, adopted as read, meant limited parking in front of Goodtime Pizza, and then on up the street, "No parking — period." Those same citizens then formed a petition drive to urge the council to reconsider their decision. "I headed up that petition drive," said Janet Jarman of 804 North Main St. during an interview following the hearing. "Forty people signed the petition because we are concerned over the situation." Jarman went on to say that she felt the village should be more concerned with the speed limit coming down that hill rather than the parking. She said she realized, however, that any changes made to the speed limit would come from the State Highway Department. She added that in the past, parked cars seemed to slow traffic somewhat. "Those parked cars did slow people down," she said. "With no parking I'm afraid that they might come down that hill even faster. Besides, there really isn’t enough parking available within the park grounds. On March 13, council members discussed a new ordinance that would replace the ordinance passed in February. This "modification" .would re­ sult in limited parking along the East side of the street only. Such action would allow those residents parking di­ rectly in front of their homes, but eliminate parking along the west side of the street in front of the park, where all of those residents’ mail boxes happen to be located. The new language reads as follows: "There shall no parking at any time within the east right of way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north side of the Thomapple River. There shall be park­ ing north of the Thomapple River north to the village limits, where marked for parking on the roadway." It also says, "There shall be no parking at any time within the west right of way of M-66 from 100 feet sought of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thomapple River and from 100 feet south of the Thomapple River north to the north village limit. Such language allows for 13 designated parking spots. Four lie north of Philadelphia Street and begin just north of a new planned crosswalk to the park. The additional nine spots lie north of Kellogg Street, ending just south of Brumm Road. "This should allow for ade-. quate parking for those residents," said Falk. That public hearing is scheduled for April 10 in council chambers. Have you heard REMODELING ALMOST COMPLETED on this 3 bedroom home. New siding & many new windows in 1996. Lake Odessa. OWN FOR LESS THAN RENT - Cute ranch, with walk-out and garage. Call Rhea 517-852-9414. 80 ACRE FARM - 40x92 pole barn. 20x60 block building. 65 acres tillable, 12 acres wooded. $160,000. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. — COMMERCIAL — BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - You could be the owner of a party store in an excellent location. Liquor license included. Great potential. Call Dixie 517-726-0721. from the IRS? Your friends at America's #1 income tax preparation firm are avilable year-round to help you. H&R BLOCK Helen Vedder You can trust H&R Block. 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 9 Fuller students show skills at ‘Big Top’ presentation >is ***» ihT"^ T"^ *?iSi L**'* **'* Meet some of the tight rope walkers in "Gabers Bigtop". These two pretty little girls are Rachel Butler and Brittney Eaton. *»? »? fct ^"*» 5?^ *ilil^# M» «> fenijih]^ lata ikaSj.' Mb ite s KSWaii i Hi Bi a Ml nd® Bx ismisJJfes i;» ifclkn^hi as MlOOfettscdM ■ >?. 's^takii Mitta —,, bikW Ideal Location... Reasonable Priced... Superlow Rent... **%-£*. B l* |l0f f** g JJ -- The "Big Top" came to Fuller Street Elementary last week, with clowns, animals, a snake charmer and even a mu­ sician. These weren't the typical trained professionals, they were Linda Gaber's kindergart­ ners, and the show turned out to be pretty entertaining. Ringmasters in top hats in­ troduced each act, furnished guests with popcorn and the entire cast of kindergartners kept their audience in stitches during an hour of various acts during both morning and af­ ternoon performances. This years "circus cast" in­ cluded ringmasters Lucas Rus­ sell and Jennie Wolcott. There were also "prancing ponies" Tiffy Cowell, Britney Brydges, Bailey Jo Flower, Kayla Chapman, Catalina Mata, Melinda Rugg, Kari Curtis, Kinsey Bartlett, Stacey Fassett and Sabrina Wright, who galloped into the room in bright colors and feathers. Clowns are always fun, and this circus had lots of them. Adam Pleshe, Brandon Don­ ald, Sean Gillum, Aricka Rose, Emily Archer and Joshua Wetzel kept everyone laughing. Then there were the trapeze artists and the tightrope walk­ ers. Though these "ropes" and "swings" were much closer to the ground, these little per­ formers kept everyone on the edge of their seats. They in­ cluded trapeze artists, Jesse Miller, Eric Clements, Jorge Miller and Kevin McDonald, and tightrope walkers Rachel Butler, Brittney Eaton, Amanda Beare and Ashlee Gross. And snake charmers? Chris Eldridge and Jacob Rosenberg both garbed in traditional's nake charmer" outfits, played a silly tune that with the help of friends behind stage kept a big green slithering up and down a rope. There were also dancing Mr. Razzle Dazzle had a hat full of surprises! Cory Whitaker practiced his magic for morning audiences at the Big Top. Vermontville Meadows Apartments monkeys, elephants, bears seals and lions. Children dressed as their favorite ani­ mals were dancing, singing or just acting silly. They in­ cluded Adam Sears, John Staffen, Ryan Brooke, Sarah Jo Culhane, Donnie Jensen, Dustin Cook, Kayla Chap­ man, Tiffy Cowell, Mindy Rugg, Kinsey Bartlett, Sab­ rina Wright, Chris Eldridge, Rachel Butler, Bailey Jo Flower, Stacey Fassett, Michelle Curtis, Kari Curtis, Holly Rathburn and Cierra Royston. Lion tamers Brandon De­ mars and Dustin Houghton kept all of these creatures in line. And the grand finale? Why of course the ever famous 'Mr. Razzle Dazzle"! Both Cory Whitaker and John Knox had been practicing their magic. Their act included the ever popular "rabbit in the hat act," sawing a volunteer in two, and escaping from a locked box in just seconds. The circus is an annual event in Gaber's room, a chance for children to work as a team on preparing for the event, build self confidence and use their imagination. Engagements Reid-Sensiba Ardie and Sue Reid of Nashville are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter Arnie Lynn Reid to Joshua Sensiba. He is the son of Dawn and Don Cousins of Stanton, MI, and Wesley and Nancy Sensiba of Freeport, MI. The bride-to-be is a 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is now atten­ ding Kellogg Community Col­ lege for a career in nursing. She is currently employed as a nurses aide at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. The groom-to-be is a 1993 He is currently employed at graduate of Lakewood High Hastings Fiberglass. A wedding has been set for School and will graduate in May from Kellogg Communi-June 21 at the First United ty College with an associates Methodist Church in degree in law enforcement. Hastings. MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion, Alternative Education & Vocational Classes. Class are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All other adults may take a class for $50.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES - MONDAY thru THURSDAY Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School • 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. SPRING TERM ■ EVENING CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, MARCH 24,1997. rot- Sale 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $300 OBO. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Goblles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings. FOR SALE: LAYING HENS, geese, ducks, 517-543-0569 GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. MONDAY Computer Science - A. Watson Keyboarding • Word Perfect English - L. Miller TUESDAY Civics - M. Smith Independent Study World History - M. Smith WEDNESDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick, Independent Study World Geography - D. Hustwick THURSDAY Science - T. Mix Math - T. Mix Independent Study ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN MONDAY, MARCH 24,1997 8:00 AM-3:00 PM CLASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE CHURCH ON THE CORNER OF WASHINGTON AND QUEEN STREET IN NASHVILLE. Classes Available: • Math • Science • English • Civics • World History • U.S. History • World Geography • Physical Education/Health • Consumer Education • Life Skills ENROLL TODAY!! This is the last 8 week session before summer Maple Valley Community Education Office is located in the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday 852-2145 Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE * * * YOU 290 Spring St. Vermontville, Michigan All Rents are Subsidized, Direct Subsidy Available When You Qualify We Have Vacancies FOR 1 & 2 BEDROOMS! Call today! YOUR JOB IS YOUR REDIT IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: -I I I J FRIENDLY SALES STAFF Bankruptcy Repossession NO Slow Pay CREDIT Bad Credit 3.CHECK 'fyoee (616) 948-2441 TDD 1-800-649-3777 Equal Housing Opportunity Presented by. Red Oak Management Co. Inc. Contact One Off Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff! Today...And You Can Be In The Car off Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask ffor Ken Today �The Maple Valley New», Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 10 Minutes of Special Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Board of Education Jr./Sr. High School Library • Monday, March 17, 1997 • 7:00 p.m. Present: A. Avery: M. Callton; T. Christensen: J. Krolik; A. Montgomery: J. Sessions. Absent: T. James. 1. The meeting was called to order by Presiden Krolik at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for atten­ dance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Hynes, Lenz, McLean, Powers. 2. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to approve the minutes of the March 10, 1997 regular meeting as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 3. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Montgomery to transfer $230,363.67 for the 3/14/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 4. McLean presented a three-year budget projection. 5. Additional agenda items: It was the unanimous decision of the board members present to add the ap­ pointment of election inspectors as item #7 and a re­ quest for an unpaid leave as item #8 under new business. 6. Early retirement incentive was referred to the finance committee, who will meet before April 14, 1997. 7. A motion was made by Sessions and supported Christensen to approve the request to recognize the Maple Valley Equestrian Team. Motion carried 6-0. 8. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Montgomery to go into executive session at the re­ quest of the student's parents for the purpose of con­ sidering a recommendation for expulsion. Roll call vote — Ayes: Avery, Callton, Christensen, Krolik, Montgomery, Sessions. Motion carried 6-0. Time: 7:30 ____OPENAPRIL 1st____ BONNIE’S PLACE 132 Main Street, Sunfield ★ Home Cooking * Monday-Saturday 6 am - 8 pm; Sundays 7 am - 3 pm *1 nutted... Fillmore Equipment, PLANTING/SEEDING SERVICE CLINIC Join us on Thurday Evening, March 27 starting at 7:00 pm. 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml 49058 (North of Hastings on M-43) Phone: 945-9526 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7-5; Thurs. 7-7; Sat. 7-12 noon The village of Vermontville will be accepting sealed bids for sidewalk replacement in the business district of South Main. Specifications are available at: The Village Office 121 Eastside Dr. Sealed bids must be received by 3 p.m. on April 3,1997. Bids will be reviewed at 3 p.m. The Village of Vermontville reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. ____________ Vermontville Village Council p.m. 9. Open session resumed at 7:55 p.m. 10. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Montgomery to accept the recommendation of the jr/sr high school administrators to expel Rorey Camp­ bell for the remainder of the 1996-97 school year for drug offenses. Motion carried 6-0. 11. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Callton to go into executive session, at the request of the employee involved, for the purpose of considering a recommendation for dismissal. Roll call vote — Ayes: Avery, Callton, Christensen, Krolik, Mon­ tgomery, Sessions. Motion carried 6-0. Time: 7:57 p.m. 12. Open session resumed at 10:00 p.m. 13. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Christensen to accept the recommendation of the supervisor and administration to dismiss Sharon Robins from her position as bus driver based on the documentation presented. Motion carried 5-1 with Callton voting nay. 14. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to adopt the resolution setting matters to be voted on at the Annual School Election to be held June 9, 1997, namely, the election of two members of the Board of Education for four-year terms and one member for two years to fill a vacancy. Motion carried 6-0. 15. A motion was made by Cailton and supported by Avery to extend Supt. McLean's contract for an addi­ tional year through June 30, 2000 based on his positive and improving evaluation. Motion carried 6-0. 16. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the resolution to appoint the following election inspectors: Susie Butler­ Chairperson, Nancy Byrd, Junia Jarvie, Dorothy Williams and Lorna Wilson in Precinct #1; and Sharon Stewart-Chairperson, Janice Baker, Patty Cooley, Kim Eldred and Marcia Grant in Precinct #2. Motion carried 6-0. 17. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Montgomery to approve teacher Bob Smith's request for unpaid leave after using all of his accumulated sick days. Motion carried 6-0. 18. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Montgomery to adjourn the meeting. Motion car­ ried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. (100) PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on March 27, 1997 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. To hear comments on an application for a Parks Grant to help pave a walk path by the river in Riverside Park. Nashville Village Council Tough drunk driving laws will take effect April 1 New drunk driving laws take effect in Michigan on April Fool’s Day, and it’s no joke. The four laws Public Acts 490,491,492 and 493 — provide stiffer penalties for minors and first-time violators, and clamp down hard on repeat offenders. “We applaud state legislators for taking a firm stance against drunk drivers,” said Jerry Basch, AAA Michigan Community Safety Services Manager. “Alcohol continues to play a major role in Michigan crashes. In fact, alcohol was a factor in 36.9 percent of all fatal crashes in this state during 1995 — an in­ crease of 7.8 percent.” According to Basch, about one-third of those arrested or convicted ofdrunk driving are repeat offenders. As many as 75 percent of convicted drunk drivers nationwide continue to drive with a suspended license. Young drivers are also at risk. One of the most hazardous driving behaviors reported among high school students is the consumption of alcoholic beverages before driving. Studies suggest that as many as 61 percent of all dangerous driving events involving high school seniors involve alcohol. Following is a summary of the four new Michigan laws, designed to help reduce the number of alcohol-related injuries and deaths: • PA 490 — Allows for the warrantless arrest of an intox­ icated person found in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, if any part of that vehicle intrudes onto the roadway. The warrantless arrest provision also applies to boat operators who have been involved in a crash and are suspected ofbe­ ing drunk. • PA 491 — Gives judges the power to seize a vehicle for a first-time drunk driving arrest, a second impaired con­ viction within seven years, three drunk driving convic­ tions within 10 years or an alcohol conviction where a driver caused serious injury or death. • PA 492 — Penalties per­ taining to underage drinking or possession include fines of up to $100, and/or 90 dys in jail; community service and substance abuse counseling for first-time offenders. Police can arrest minors based on the results of a preliminary breath test, and a driver’s license can be suspended or restricted after just one conviction. • PA 493 — The owner of a vehicle used by a minor in the transporting of alcohol could have his or her vehicle impounded for 15 to 30 days (if that person had knowledge of or gave consent to the use of the vehicle for transporting alcohol). Police are required to notify a minor’s parents or legal guardian following a drunk driving arrest. In 1995, almost 50 percent of all alcohol-related crashes involved injury or death, and more than 36 percent of all fatal crashes involved drinking. Here are some quick facts regarding Michigan drinking and driving in 1995: • One person is killed in an alcohol-related crash every 15.5 hours. • Of all fatal crashes, 36.9 percent involved at least one drinking operator or pedestrian. • Of the 512 alcoholrelated fatal crashes, 311 (60.7 percent) involved one vehicle. • More than 23 percent of all drivers involved in fatal crashes were under 25 years of age. • There were 566 HBD (Had Been Drinking) fatalities in 1995, up 6.8 percent from 1994. TU^k You Support United Way Reaching those who need help. Touching us all.' NOTICE MAPLE GROVE TOWNSHIP A public hearing on the proposed Maple Grove Township budget for the coming fiscal year, April 1, 1997 thru March 31,1998 will be held in con­ junction with the annual meeting at the Township Hall, 721 Durkee St., Nashville on March 29, 1997 at 1:30 p.m. Copies of the proposed bud­ get may be obtained at the Township Hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or services should contact Susie Butler, Clerk by writing 9752 Evart, Nashville, or phon­ ing 852-1859. A special meeting of the Maple Grove Township Board will be held immediately following the annual meeting. Susie Butler, Clerk Maple Grove Township �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — I AV FFA chapter, 2 students recognized at convention Nick Thompson received a $100 check for winning the Stote Beef Proficiency Award in entrepreneurship. Sunfield Township %^S’njN % nIjSN > v- SIS ?•*$: i **Sv ***Sk wnjji'w, »Jhw •» njji'w jji'w ,J«» 'ffifflx, llbk'* ® Us ®>® 5L‘*M iwiij 'Rt'itaiBijiiij' Meeting Dates Meetings for the Township of Sunfield for the fiscal year 1997/98 will be held on the first Monday of each month at 8:00 p.m. at the Sunfield Community Room on Main Street. Meetings are sched­ uled as follows unless posted otherwise. “April 14. 1997 May 5,1997 June 2,1997 July 7,1997 August 4,1997 ‘September 2,1997 October 6,1997 November 3,1997 December 1,1997 January 5,1998 February 2,1998 March 2,1998 April 6,1998 ‘Note the exception for holiday. “Notice change in scheduled meeting date. The Annual Meeting of the Elector's will be held Thursday, March 26, 1998 at 7:30 p.m. In the spirit of compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a dis­ ability should feel free to contact the Sunfield Township Clerk, Sheryl A. Smith, at PO Box 68, Sunfield Ml. 48890 or by phoning (517) 566-8461 or (517) 543-1360 if requesting special services to effectively participate in the meeting. '®ki SBlRlhffn *111 IK •sfr 'UsIffijjJS tthDii^ttg «■ iKyUpain ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE The Annual Meeting of the Township of Sunfield Board will be held Thursday, March 27,1997 at 7:30 pm at the Sunfield Community Room. The Budget Hearing will be included in the agenda. Special Township Board Meeting to follow Annual Meeting to approve the 1997-98 Budget. The public is urged to attend. ♦♦♦Notice - In the spirit of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability should feel free to contact Sheryl Smith, Sunfield Township Clerk, P.O. Box 68, Sunfield MI. 48890, 517-566-8461 or 517-543-1360 if requesting special services to effectively participate in the meeting. NOTICE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP ANNUAL MEETING BUDGET HEARING A PUBLIC HEARING on the proposed Castleton Township budget for the fiscal year, April 1, 1997 thru March 31,1998 will be held in conjunction with the ANNU­ AL MEETING in the Township Hall, 915 Reed St., Nashville on March 26, 1997 at 7:00 pm. THE PROPER­ TY TAX MILLAGE RATE PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUB­ JECT OF THIS HEARING. Copies of the proposed budget may be obtained at the Township Hall. Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids or ser­ vices should contact the Castleton Township Board by calling or writing the following: Lorna Wilson, Clerk Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township 915 Reed St. Nashville, Ml. 49073 (517) 852-9479 The Maple Valley FFA was selected as a superior chapter and received an Outstanding Chapter Silver Award at the 69th State FFA Convention March 3-5 on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing. The chapter award pro­ gram, sponsored as a special project of the National FFA Foundation, is designed to recognize chapters for plann­ ing and implementing ac­ tivities that promote student, chapter and community development. Also receiving recognition at state convention were two members for excellence in their project areas. Nick Thompson won the State Beef Proficiency Award in en­ trepreneurship, and Aaron Brandenburg received a Silver Proficiency Award in diver­ sified crop production­ placement. Proficiency awards are designed to recognize and reward individuals for outstanding achievement in their project areas. Members participating in the convention festivities in­ cluded Nick Thompson, Aaron Brandenburg, Hannah Wieland, Tim Harmon, Tom Powers, Pat Chaffee, B.J. Griffin and Brad Rapson. Also attending was chapter advisor Janet Cornell. Eight Maple Valley wrestlers place at Olivet Eight of 10 Maple Valley Junior High wrestlers placed at the Olivet Tournament on March 15. Scoring first places were Jeff Rhoades at 115, Randy Silsbee at 130 and Jacob Cole at 145 A. Jason Silsbee at 125 and Jeff Jones at 137 each collected second places. Troy Sloan placed third at 130. Kyle Lackscheide, at heavyweight, and Chad Spears, at 145 B took fourth places. On March 20 Maple Valley and Olivet squared off in a dual. Winners for Maple Valley were Jeff Rhoades (14­ 0 decision), Jason Silsbee at 120 (pin in 1:01), Randy Silsbee at 125 (pin in 1:04), Troy Sloan at 130 (pin in 3:57), Jeff Jones at 135 (pin in 57 seconds) and Jacob Cole at 140 (pin in 51 seconds). Modeling clinic set for tonight There will be a Pre-Style Revue Modeling Clinic for 4-H Personal Appearance project members from 6:30 to 8:30 tonight at the Eaton County Office Building, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. All 1997 Style Revue par­ ticipants are encourged to attend. Topics to be covered will include Aerobics for a Better You, Make Up and Hair Care/Style, Accessories for a Finishing Touch, and Model­ ing Techniques. The purpose of this clinic and of Style Revue is to prepare youth to successfully present themselves in public forums by developing poise and confidence. For additional information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS Please take notice that the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, has called a special election to be held in the school district on Tuesday, April 29,1997. TAKE NOTICE that the following propositions will be submitted at the spe­ cial bond election: I. BONDING PROPOSAL* SCHOOL BUILDING ADDITIONS Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Seven Million Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($7,220,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site. • erecting, furnishing and equipping high school additions to and partially remodeling, furnishing and re-equipping the middle/high school and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) II. BONDING PROPOSAL • BUS MAINTENANCE FACILI­ TY Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping a new bus maintenance facility; and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) III. BONDING PROPOSAL • FOOTBALL FIELD FACILITY RELOCATION Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: constructing, furnishing and equipping improvements to and relocating the football field facilities to the high school site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 29,1997, IS MONDAY MARCH 31,1997. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MARCH 31,1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office in your county, city or township clerk’s office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, March 25, 1997 — Page 12 Kids have become the new mobile society ing him, Mark - replies, In years past, when the “nothing.” His parents are phrase “mobile society” was very concerned about him. introduced, it referred to the They have been divorced for changes in family mobility. six months. Surely, if the Often people were forced to leave a home town to seek divorce is bothering Mark, he employment in another com­ would tell them! There is a widespread munity. The ebb and flow of society created new family misunderstanding about the support systems, many of effects of divorce on adolescents. Despite their in­ them non-blood relatives. creased access to support Today children have become the new “mobile systems outside the family — society.” The increase in peer groups, parents of divorced parents establishing friends, school counselors, two different households, has etc. — many teenagers are ab­ forced children to move on a solutely shaken up when their weekly basis from one families dissolve. household to the other Teenagers have important creating a system where developmental tasks of their children are always on the own that cn be upset by parental divorce. Basically, their move. The 1990 census indicated job is to move toward in­ that 7 of 10 Michigan’s dependence from their children were in families parents. This is usually ac­ headed by a married couple. complished in a series of ad­ Less than a third oftwo-parent vances and retreats, alter­ families include both birth nating between pushing out parents, indicating step- or into the world and returning to blended families are now the more dependent, childish behavior. Like young norm in Michigan. How do Eaton County children, they tend to see their families fare? In 1994, Eaton parents in terms of their own County had the highest needs, either as weak, fallen divorce rate in the state. All idols or powerful, idealized children are affected by the figures. The adolescent wants divorce of their parents. stable, reliable parents to safe­ Here is a case study: ly fight against or fall back on Mark 15, has always in order to gather strength for been what many would call the next foray. the “All-American kid.” He When parents divorce, appears to be happy, gets adolescents often feel the above average grades, is in­ tables have been turned on volved in sports and is sur­ them, that the parents are leaving them instead of the rounded by friends. Lately however, he seems other way around. to be tired all the time, has not Divorce confronts the been doing much with his adolescent with the fact that friends, quit the track team the parents are separate in­ and his grades have dropped. dividuals, rather than a unit, When asked what is bother- and they are sexual persons. At this age, anger is often directed at both parents for being selfish and insensitive in putting their own needs first. Understanding that divorce is a process of family reorganization, a process that people do survive, can help. The ways in which parents can help children to cope with the situation will vary with each teen. Some general sug­ gestions include: 1) Reassure the child, in age-appropriate ways, that he or she will continue to be lov­ ed and cared for by both parents. 2) Recognize the impor­ tance of spending individual time with the teen whenever possible. 3) Encourage open com-' munication and provide a model of honest, but civil ways of expressing feelings to the teen. Do not, however, use your teen as a personal counselor and discuss depressed or angry feelings at length. Find a more appropriate sounding board. 4) Try to keep clear “who owns the problem.” Give you child control over some discussions that are Cadet Troop 600 from Nashville Girl Scouts recently visited the Bonley Farms in legitimately his/hers, but avoid involving him/her in the Sunfield. 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The actions included counseling, verbal warnings, written warn­ ings and then finally suspen­ sion, all according to provi­ sions in current employees contracts. A statement released by Powers following the incident is as follows: "Based upon many months of obervations, evaluations, and documentation of inci­ dences, it is our (meaning himself and Superintendent Alan McLean) belief that the employment of this individual should be terminated." Powers added, "We sent our recommendation to the Board of Education, they in turn voted to end the driver's em­ ployment." An incident report released by Superintendent Alan McLean, following a Freedom of In­ formation request, includes in­ fractions such as not showing up for work, refusing to use her bus radio, refusing to fill out required daily inspection forms, refusing to cooperate with other drivers, and more than one alleged incident that officials claim endangered the lives of students while on their way to school. One such incident was an accident March 26, 1996. While driving her bus, Robins reportedly pulled out in front of two cars almost causing a three-vehicle accident. Two complaints were issued to Powers after that incident, one from the driver of one of those vehicles and one from a bus driver following Robins. Another involved passing a parked school bus on the right side while transporting pas­ sengers at Kellogg Elementary in Nashville. Still another in­ volved an alleged illegal utum. Another complaint issued March 3, 1997, came from a parent who called the school and reported that Robins had failed to use her red flashing lights when stopping to drop off a student. "Following that incident Sharon was shown the law re­ garding proper use of lights," reported McLean. "She was also counseled as a result of the complaint, and told that further investigation would continue regarding the inci­ dent. That was not the first such incident that had been re­ ported regarding Robins. She had received counceling for prior offenses.. Officials said that following that complaint, Robins' reac­ tion was not one of concern for students safety, but rather accusations of no support from superiors. Robins was then notified that the child's parents were willing to sign a statement involving the incident, and that after contacting school at­ torneys regarding her perfor­ mance she would be suspended pending further investigation. Following the suspension, the school board was forced to get involved After reviewing the matter, the Board of Edu­ cation meet with Robins to discuss the her displiniary record, and as a result of that meeting voted to terminate her employment. Maple Valley News made several attempts to contact Robins regarding her dis­ missal but received no re­ sponse. Community enjoys Tireman’s Breakfast’ This is little Ryan Cook. He seems to really be enjoying those pancakes! by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Pancakes, fresh maple syrup and company pretty much summed up activities at the Nashville Fire Bam last week­ end, as fireman and their fami­ lies manned the griddles at the fifth annual "Fireman's Break­ fast." Fire Chief Bill Wilson was there serving up orange juice and pouring coffee for visi­ tors. He said that the annual event brings the community and the firefighters together. "This is a really nice way for us to communicate with the public," he said. Let them get acquainted with the firefighters, and see the equipment. Let them see what their tax dollars are paying for.” Wilson also said that such an event helps the morale Steve Augustine and Jeff Carpenter make a great team in the kitchen and cook up a storm. Neither would say however if they were willing to do dishes! among the department's vol­ unteers and their families. Most of those families were there working alongside the firefighters. "This is wonderful way to get our families involved down here at the department," he said. "There are many times that we (firefighters) are called away from a family event or in the middle of the night on a fire run, and we need their support to success­ fully run the department. By involving them they get to know one another a little bet­ ter, and we all become closer." There are 16 volunteers on the Nashville department, and when Maple Valley News dropped in Sunday morning amidst the after-church crowd, See Breakfast, P. 2 In This Issue. • Ex-Eaton treasurer sentenced in embezzlement case • PTO holds first carnival at Maple Valley High School Though we are used to seeing these guys fighting fires, they do pretty well in the kitchen too! (from left) Pat Powers, Brian Chaffee who is hiding, Jack Semrau, Rick Hilton, Kenny Wood, .Glen Erway, Rod Scramlin, Steve Augustine, Doug Cook, Jeff Carpenter, Chris Earl, Chief Bill Wilson, Retired Chief Earl Wilson, and Bill Semrau. Missing from the photo are Curt Scramlin who was busy with customers when we had the camera ready, and Gale Wetzel. • Police seeking help in Feb. 11 arson truck fire case • Spring sports preview in this issue �Th* Maple VoBoy Nows. Nashville, Tuesday April 1. 1997 — Page 2 BREAKFAST. continued from front page 37 AI 14 of there allhsrifi thcq uumlrct t Some were flipping pan­ MMWwf wf cakes. of rlflFiituL''MMW ca stacks with syrup from the Wilson farm, still others were showing guests around the building describing the de- MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate Y partments equipment and plans to provide the commu- nity with fire protection. Among attractions al the MEMBOK OF BARBY- 1 EATON BOARD OF REALTORS a tic rultw upm service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE \ Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR* amtMr, Homer Winegar, GM AfLS! 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(N-51) LAND CONTRACT TERMS • YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING 6 W000ED PARCELS: (8) 2.2 acres................ $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres................ $9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. (Vl-22) YOUR CHOICE OF (3) APPROX. 12 ACRES $57,0001! (CASH) - Large barn A granary — on 4 plus ocre*. Need* . work — sold "as is." Call Homer for details. (CH-56) 2 HOUSES EACH PARCELS FOR $18,8001 or (4) 2 ocre parcel* for $11,900 each! I Rolling & “tree lined" with "walk-out" building sites. Coll Nyle to discus* lot & home package*. (Vl-52)J0 fire barn are two pumper trucks, a tanker and an old newspaper delivery truck soon to be renovated to carry equipment. "We have plans to trans­ form that into a utility truck," said Wilson. "We have many things such as the rescue tool that need to be transported and we simply don't adequate stor­ age and access to these type of things on the truck. Wilson said that because many items like shovels and rakes are now stored in a compartment on top of a truck, it is very difficult to get to them in a hurry and can even be dangerous in slippery conditions. The new utility truck will eliminate all of that, and give volunteers room to add more tools when needed. Though there are many new things at the Nashville Fire Department, funded by Castle­ ton-Maple Grove-Nashville governments, perhaps the biggest attraction last weekend was an old truck that has been the highlight of many local parades. That truck, a 1919 Model T Ford, is a one of a kind, ac­ cording to retired Chief Earl Wilson. "That was built by Robin­ son Distributing Company in Charlotte," said Earl, "And as far as I know is the only one left around." Wilson said he, like most other members of the depart­ ment, weren't around when the truck arrived in Nashville, but stories about the vehicle have been passed along by many of the old timers who brought the truck to town after digging it out of an old bam in Olivet. "That was back in the late '40s" said the elder Wilson. "They brought it back to Nashville in pieces and it has been here in our department every since." Wilson is one of few on the department who can actually drive the old truck, which is a "three pedal" system. He, like former fireman "Mike" (Orville) Everett, has fond memories of parades and fire meetings where the truck was the center of attention. Everett said that though it One of the biggest attractions at the Fire Barn is the old Model T Truck. Katie Wilson and Page Semrau spent many hours on the truck last weekend. has been many years ago, he remembers it in Hastings pa­ rades in the 1940s, just like it was yesterday. "I used to take that old truck up to Hastings on a flat bed trailer," he said. "I remember dropping it off at the old fairgrounds that day and then getting the call when I got home." He went on to describe the incident as "pretty funny". "Those guys called me up and asked me to come back," he said. "They couldn't even get it off the trailer because no one could figure out how to drive it!" The old truck hasn't been part of a parade now for a few years, but it still attracts kids whenever at the fire bam, offi­ cials there are hoping that the truck and other events, like their pancake breakfast, will be enough incentive for peo­ ple to slop in. "People used to just stop in because they were curious about what was going on with the department," said Chief Wilson. "We are trying to get the community involved again." Wilson dubbed this years breakfast a success, saying that the crowds were tremendous and the support community overwhelming. "The Nashville Fire Department wishes to thank the community for their support, it wouldn't have been a success without everyone's help," he said. "A special thank you our families who spent many hours helping, to Kent Oil for their donation of Propane and Wilson's Sugar Bush for the syrup." Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD March 5, 1997 Called to order at 7:05 p.m. All board members present. Minutes approved as printed. Treasurer's report approved as printed. Bills In the amount of $6835.00 approved for payment. Budget amended. Fire and ambulance reports given. Township Advisory Board set up. Rood tour was set. Correspondence was read. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J.W. Cooley, (100) Supervisor LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School ............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... . 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. Sunday School..... :45 a.m. Momshlp Worship .11 a.m. Evening Service... ....6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ol M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ........... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School .............. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............. 9:30 a.m Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m Fellowship Time ....... 10:30 a_m Adult Class 10:50 a.m. One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('A ml. East of M-66. 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service............... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service ..................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m Worship.................. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service...................... 9:45 Sunday School.....................11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 1, 1997 — Page 3 Ex-Eaton treasurer sentenced in embezzlement case ”*,wj it? **** h IU. fclsiS’S fclsiS S* T ting andon Dec. 11, 1995. Was this simply a book keeping mistake? According to Chief Assistant Prosecutor Michael Eagen, it was not. "All, six (incidents) in­ volved money that should have been deposited but was­ n't," he said. "None were re­ ported as a mistake in transfer­ ring funds. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer A former Eaton County Deputy Treasurer has been found guilty and sentenced on embezzlement charges, but has now filed an appeal in the case. Besides fines and costs to­ taling $750 and restitution, Eileen Kline will be spending the next 150 days in the Eaton County Jail, must perform 200 hours of community ser­ vice upon her release in lieu of an additional 60 days. She also will remain on probation for 36 months. According to reports from Eaton County Circuit Court, Kline was sentenced March 20 on six counts of embezzle­ ment, for stealing $6,857.60 while serving as Eaton County Deputy Treasurer. Eaton County Prosecutor Jeffrey Sauter indicated that his office had been contacted almost one year ago to inves­ tigate a loss of $3,800 from the treasurer's office. After that investigation, auditors were called in and Kline was arrested as a result. Additional charges were brought against Kline in October after further investiga­ tion and information released indicated that the alleged inci­ dents all took place during tax collection time, including Jan., 11, 1995, Dec. 6, 1995, spent considerable time exam­ ining records. To be more through would have taken considerable time and funds. "State Auditor John Bengel examined records from four months and found there to be money missing each and every month," he said. "To examine all of the records there would have taken in excess of two years." Eagen went on to describe He also stated that according her crime as a two-part to Bengel, the procedures used scheme. in the treasurer's office should "She accomplished this two have prevented this type of ways," he said. "One was a crime from happening. Some check substitution scheme and improvements have been made the other was taking cash and in the office "check and balthen placing information in a ; ance system" at this point, journal to indicate receipts of making such a crime in the insufficient fund checks." future nearly impossible. According to Eagen, Kline was taking checks that had ar­ rived through the mail to the treasurer's office, and then rather than receipt them in ap­ propriate books, was placing them in deposits and remov­ ing the identical amounts of cash. She was also taking cash over the counter, entering that money as non-sufficient funds in records and then pocketing that money. In all cases the books appeared to have balanced. Eagen said authorities aren't sure all of the money taken has been accounted for. He said that the investigation in­ volved state auditors who Thomas Eveland denied the re­ quest. "Under current statue the judge could have taken away that pension but stated that in this case he didn't feel it was appropriate," said Eagen. Kline has decided to appeal her case. She was before Judge Eveland last Thursday (March 27) with a motion for bond pending her appeal. That motion was denied and she re­ mains jailed. Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be April 12 from 7-10 a.m A good will offering pays for this all you can eat breakfast. Just saying Thank You for 60 wonderful years did not seem like enough, so we are offering this special Anniversary Certificate. Cappon’s victim of MB ■Ila Eagen also said that testimony and evidence during Kline's trail indicated that she was in serious financial trouble, though she denied any fi­ nancial problems. "She had approximately 13 credit cards all maxed out at the time of the trial," he said. "At that time she owed an excess of $24,000 on those cards." Eagen feels that the sentence should have been more harsh, and had asked that Kline's pension earned while in the treasurers office be forfeited, stating that in his opin­ ion any time a public official is found taking money while in office, that pension is not deserved. Circuit Judge armed robbery locally Bbll 'w»! i|U kiinMdlH] 1 Larw: arw: Fnrt toMraw. P faiwnni IwLlfa ■“ “flat wm W The investigation continues Hastings and released. Barry County Deputies were regarding an armed robbery at Cappon's gas station in called to the scene and though Nashville, and local assisted by Battle Creek's Canine Unit, no suspects were authorities need your help According to reports apprehended. Since the time of the released by the Barry County Sheriffs Department, at 4:14 robbery, Barry County Sunday March 23, an Sheriffs law enforcement unidentified male wearing a officials and Troopers from Nashville Police ski mask entered station with the a silver handgun and escaped Department have continued a with an undetermined amount joint investigation. To date no arrests have been made. of money. Anyone with information During the incident a female clerk reportedly was about the robbery is asked to struck in the face and over the call the Barry County Sheriffs or Silent head several times. Sh§ was Department treated at Pennock Hospital in Observer. 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Staff at Fuller Elementary each year prepare time for the roundup, which consists of a visit with teachers to deter- mine where what classroom situation a child is best suited for and a visit with nurses from the Barry-Eaton Health Department, who provide hearing and vision screening. All children will be given a series of "Gasell" tests with a teacher. The tests range from drawing, to answering ques­ tions to writing their name. The NashvilleAmbulance would like to thank the following merchants and P^P^for donationsfor our dance. Two J’s Outboard Inn Nashville Hardware Hastings City Bank Nashville Savings Loan Sports Stuff Styles R Us Country Kettle Home Town Lumber Shell Subway C Store South End Mussers Clays Dinner Bell Good Time Pizza Kent Oil Co. 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To place all of them in the same classroom environ­ ment would tie ineffective, forcing some to struggle while other require more chal­ lenges. The young fives program at Fuller is the result of a pro­ gram developed several years ago designed for those old enough to start school, but not socially, emotionally or even chronologically as ma­ ture as potential classmates. This came in the midst of a trend to "push" youngsters, placing higher expectations on them at a younger age. Remember kindergarten in days gone by? The day con­ sisted of a snack time, a story, a nap and some recess time most days. Now kindergart­ ners are reading and counting Spring Is Here Time For New Siding WolwrintTechnofogh* SIDING IS A SMART INVESTMENT. PAYING TOO MUCH FOR IT ISN’T. Re-siding is one of the most cost efficient home improvements you can make. Because it adds to the beauty and comfort of your home right away, and adds to the resale value later. 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"While kindergarten chil­ dren tend to be more indepen­ dent and organized in their play and plan toward a pre­ dictable outcome, young five children need more support and direction." She also cautions that chil­ dren whose test results indi­ cate that they are best suited for the "Young Fives" pro­ gram are not "behind” in their development. She cautions parents to lis­ ten closely to results of thechild's testing and warns that though some parents are reluctant to place their child in a Young Fives classroom, to place them in kindergarten in­ stead could be damaging. "Their first year of school is the most important," she said. "Placing them in a regular kindergarten class when not ready may cause them to 'shut down' and often reflects their attitude toward school all the way through high school." Kindergarten teacher Tammy King also cautioned about the challenges at school and appropriate placing. "Many parents don't stop to think about what that child may encounter down the road," she said. "There will be Maple Valley grad teaching Spanish Albion College student Gabriel S. Priddy is par­ ticipating in the Foreign Language Enrichment Series (FLES) at Albion College. Priddy is teaching Spanish during the spring semester to elementary students in the Al­ bion area. Priddy is a sophomore ma­ joring in Spanish. He is the son of Steven and Sandy Prid­ dy ofNashville and a graduate of Maple Valley High School. FLES participants visit local elementary and middle schools for one hour each week teaching the basics of foreign language, such as col­ ors, numbrs, and holiday words and phrases. ’ more challenges as they get which is designed to place the child where he or she will best older." King cited such things as reap the benefits of school. An appointment for testing being the only one in the class who isn't old enough for can be obtained by calling a driver's license or struggling Fuller Street school at 852­ 9468. A parent orientation in sports because of size. All of the teachers urge, meeting also is scheduled for that though the choice is up 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 15. Watch the Maple Valley to parents, to listen to the re­ sults of the Gasell Test, News for further details. The hallways at Fuller Elementary are bright and cheery to create a positive learning environment. Be sure to tour the facility before it is time for your child to start kindergarten. Make them familiar with their school surroundings. ► TANNING ► *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday ► Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. W? care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► ► ► �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 1, 1997 — Page 5 PTO holds first carnival at Maple Valley High School The first ever carnival at Maple Valley High School has come and gone, and ac­ cording to Maple Valley Ele­ mentary PTO President, Kathy Spears, it was a success in more ways than one. It wasn't the abundance of popcorn, painted faces or cot­ ton candy that impressed Spears last Friday evening. Rather, she said, it was the way in which the community pulled together for area kids. "The whole thing was won- derful and I don't know where to start," she said. "Teachers, moms and dads, grandparents, everybody, we had so much help!" Though the PTO has spon­ sored carnivals for many years, this is the first time that it has ever been held at the high school facility. It provided much more space and seemed more like a commu­ nity event, eliminating the Nashville-Vermontville stigma. Children of all ages could find something there of inter­ est, according to those who walked through the doors that night. There was plenty to eat, with cotton candy and popcorn being the favorites, lots of balloons and games for all. "The sports minded child was in heaven,' she said. "There was a football toss, a basketball shoot, a slap shoot ‘Home poisons’ topic at local program Craig Ouverson will present what he describes as "shock­ ing revelations" about how Americans are poisoning themselves at the Vermontville Opera House Friday at 7 p.m. In Ouverson's pamphlet, "Did You Know," readers may be surprised by some claims about health. "About 70 percent of all Joe and Ada Combs Evangelists to lead revival Evangelists Joe and Ada Combs will be at the Nashville Assembly of God Sunday, April 6, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and at 7p.m. April 7-11 for a special time of revival. The Combs’ ministry has been one of pastoral, evangelistic and missionary work in many states and in nine countries. They have seen the power and effects of the Gospel in the rich, the poor, in kings, in paupers, in educated, and in illiterate in locations that vary from major American cities to Haitian, Taiwanese and African villages. Evangelist Combs is known as “the old-fashioned country preacher.” Pastor Glenn Branham in­ vites everyone to attend this revival at the Nashville Assembly of god, 735 Reed St. For more information, call (517) 852-9819. human cancers are produced by exposure to chemicals in our environment," he quotes from materials received from Iowa State University. And he re­ ports that cancer is the num­ ber one cause of death of chil­ dren in industrialized nations when 40 years ago cancer in children was regarded as un­ usual. One of the items that will be stressed in the presentation is long-term effects of house­ hold products that most think are harmless. "Even when you follow di­ rections on the label, most cleaning products can be harmful," he said. Toxic fumes from those same products may cause slight reactions when using them, but over an extended pe­ riod of time, according to Ouverson, the body may sud­ denly respond with cancer, heart disease, lung problems, or damage to the liver or im­ mune systems. One of the biggest culprits, he says, is Lysol, something most Americans associate with killing germs and pre­ venting the spread of colds. "Lysol contains a substance called Phenol," he said, "which in even small amounts can cause nausea, vomiting, paralysis and even cardiac ar­ rest. It is the same deadly in­ gredient used in Agent Orange that causes genetic mutation, birth defects and cancer." What about formaldehyde, which exists in some sham­ poos, dish washing detergents and even mouthwash? Ouverson's presentation not only will apply to the dangers that lie in homes across the country, but also to chemicals used by dairy farmers which once replaced by organic prod­ ucts could get rid mastitis, calf scours and save money on veterinary bills. Organic products will be available for sale following Ouverson's presentation. (hockey) and even putt putt Mary Slag, Ruth Dunham and golf." Inez Hubka. For the less ambitious there Spears also commented that was the duck pond and pogs, such an event always creates a and face painting seemed to at­ mess! tract everyone. "The Maple Valley High In conjunction with the car­ school staff was very kind to nival the PTO had its annual let us hold the carnival there," spring book sale, known this she said. "It made a lot of ex­ year as "Books Under the Big tra work for Steve Augustine Top" which was also very and Darlene Hughes, but they successful, according to were really gracious about it!" Spears. There also were many par­ And though just one ents who spent hours preparevening of fun, the event took many months to plan and VFW Post 8260 many hands. Spears said that she was impressed with the number of teachers who chipped in. "Without them I don't know what we would have done," she said. She singled out Fuller Ham, Turkey Street Principal Bernie Hynes and teachers Linda Gaber, Serving... Geraldine Long, Clara Arvizu, Tammy Wilde, Allan Hames, ing g and policing games throughout the evening. Though Spears said it was impossible to list everyone individually, she mentioned that Janet Adams, Marcia Grant, Darlene Rumsey, Barb Clark, Kathy Newton and Julie McMillen all were of special help. Anyone who missed the carnival can get a glimpse of those happy faces, on Channel 7. - Nashville, Ml. Penny Supper April 5, 1997 and Dressing 5:30 to 7:00 pm HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. 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This year the group's rabbit members managed to take several awards while at the county fair, and one youngster since then has gone on to the State Rabbit Show. Nick Ewing, a second-year member,, have made it to State Show, is now displaying a second there were impressive results from showmanship contests at place ribbon from the show.. "State Show is a lot of fun the fair. Those members inand you learn a lot," he said. cluded Chrissy Racine, "There were over 1,000 kids Autumn Pierce, Brian Rumsey, Jeff Rumsey, Nate there with rabbits." Ewing didn't compete Racine and Beth and Patrick against all 1000, but there Mulvany. were about 20 children with rabbits in his Angora class, In the group's newest prowhere his "Ebony" ended up ject, they will be easy to spot at the Vermontville Syrup in second place. He also said that there are Festival which is less than other parts of 4-H that are one month away, with their much more important than petting zoo. This group of placing youngsters brings critters of placing in in an an event. event. "Like working with other all kinds into town each year people in the community," he for the festival, a chance for said. "4-H can be really re­ others to have "hands on" who don't have animals at home. warding." Other members of VJF also The zoo always contains have done well with their rab­ such things as rabbits, calves, bits this year. Though noneand sheep and one could only guess what else will be in the Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 These Vermontville Jr. Farmers were also showmanship winners this past year. Young Nick Ewing (with ribbon) even competed at the state level, (back from left) Jeff Rumsey, Nate Racine, Beth Mulvany, Patrick Mulvany (front) Chrissy Racine, Nick Ewing, Autumn Pierce holding younger brother Christopher, and Brian Rumsey. bam this year. "Ebony and I will be there," said Nick "I'm bringing my other rabbits too!" Maple Valley Alumni banquet plans starting VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville It's time again to plan for the annual Maple Valley Alumni banquet, and this is one that shouldn't be missed, according to organizer Judy Hook. "This year we will honor four educators, people who have made a big difference to students here in past years," said Hook. Those who will be in the "spotlight" this year include Charles Ross, whom many will remember as the famous 1950s Nashville High football MAPLE VALLEY BASEBALL BOOSTERS — and — MULBERRY FORE GOLF COURSE Present FIRST ANNUAL BENEFIT GOLF OUTING! Saturday, June 14 • 9:30 AM $40 Per Person • 4 Man Blind Draw Scramble Prizes - Raffles • Long Drive & Putting Contests !! Hole In One Prize !! A New Car From Seif Chevrolet & Buick of Hastings - Burger & Brat Meal Included Don't Play coif? ** Come Out & Support Maple Valley Baseball By Having Lunch With Us $1O Per Person Participate In Reliving The Glory Days “Remember How Good We Used To Be” All Public Are Welcome ESPECIALLY Former Vermontville High Wildcats, Nashville High Tigers & Maple Valley Lions Players All Proceeds To ' Benefit Ball Diamond Renovation ______(Donations Appreciated) OUESTIONS/RESERVATIONS Call Mulberry Fore (517) 852-0760 Don Blakely 852-9948 Roger Corey 726-0248 coach. Another is his wife, Joanne, who taught elementary school; Dorothy (LaDuke) Dowsett, known to most as Miss LaDuke; and Pauline Hunt, who began teaching at Fuller Elementary in Nashville and in later years was the librarian at Maple Valley High. Anyone with funny antecdotes or stories about these people are urged to contact the Maple Valley News. They will be featured in the paper just prior to the banquet. These honorees are just a portion of this year's program. As usual, the evening's festiv­ ities will include dinner and a time for reminiscing. 4-H Advisory Council meets The Eaton County 4-H Ad­ visory Council will meet Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building Public Meeting Room. Business includes food shack issues, craft show report and scheduling for fair. Each club should have at least one youth and one adult representative present. For Sale 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $250. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 4 9 055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings. National Ads $80 DAILY possible mailing circulars for National Coupon Network. Easy! No experience needed. Call: 1-800-426-3252, ext. 4000, 24hrs___________ HOMEOWNERS WANTED!!! 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Reservations have to be in by May 19 and accompanied by payment for dinner. Mem­ bers also can renew their memberships at this time for $1 per year. Send reservations to: MV Alumni Association, 704 East St., Nashville, Mich., 49073. Those needing more infor­ mation can call Hook at 852­ 9655. Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 LEARN ABOUT ORGANIC FARMING 1. Would you like to save money on medical bills?? 2. Would you like to get rid of allergies?? 3. Would you like to have less sickness in your family?? 4. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LIVE A HEALTHIER MORE PRODUCTIVE LIFE?? CRAIG OUVERSON Organic Farmer from Iowa will keep you in suspense with SHOCKING REVELATIONS on how we are poisoning ourselves and our children with many of the house­ hold products we use everyday that contain poisonous toxic chemicals that are a danger to our health. 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FORNIA - Alfred Nyle He was preceded in death by Atkins, age 72, of Hastings, Memorial sendees were Roberts, age 58, of Los his parents, Nelson and Ethel; passed away Friday, March 21, held on Thursday, March 27, Angeles, California, passed one sister, Elvina; one brother, 1997 at Tendercare in 1997, at the Grace Luthem away Wednesday, March 12, Robert and a niece, Vicky Hastings. Church in Hastings. Pastor Richard E. Pennock 1997. O’Brien. She was born April 5, 1924 Michael Anton officiated. Nyle was bom January 15, Nyle is survived by one in Seaier County, Tennessee, Burial took place at Wood­ HASTINGS - Richard E. He was preceded in death by 1939 in Middleton, the son of brother, Jack (Inez) Roberts of she graduated from high land Cemetery. Pennock, age 54, of Hastings, his parents; one grandson, Nelson and Ethel Roberts. Lansing; four sisters, Gene­ school in Cleveland, Ohio in Memorial contributions passed away Monday, March Tucker Polacovich and two He graduated from vieve (Alex) Bollinger of 1942. may be made to the family. 24, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. brothers. Vermontville High School in Marquette; Onalee Gabrick of She married Paul H. Atkins Arrangements were made Mr. Pennock was bom on Mr. Pennock is survived by 1956 and after serving in the Nashville, Berneda (Allen) March 16, 1945. by Ginbach Funeral Home in February 5, 1943 in Inglew- his wife, Lucille; one daughter, U.S. Air Fence, he moved to Scheurer of Ionia and Kay She lived in Grand Ledge, Hastings. ood, California, the son of Melissa (Jim) Polakovich of California and then to Hawaii, (Pat) O ’ Brien of Vermontville, Woodland and Hastings. She Nyal and Elenor (Kellogg) Grand Rapids; one son, Eric where in 1969, he received a Help Wanted Pennock. (Terri) Pennock of Grand Bachelor’s degree in Mathe­ plus many nieces and loved to bake and read her nephews. Bible. $ “AVON” HAS ALOT TO He was raised in the Nash­ Rapids; one granddaughter, matics from the University of Memorial services were Mrs. Atkins was preceded in OFFER! Reliable Representaville area and attended Nash­ Alexandra Polakovich of Hawaii. held in Los Angeles, Califor ­ death by a son, Steven Atkins tives needed! Great Earnings/ ville schools. He graduated in Grand Rapids; one brother, Nyle retired in 1996 from nia on March 15, 1997. in 1977; four brothers and Benefits.. Ind/Sales/Rep. 1961 from W.K. Kellogg High Dennis (Roberta) Pennock of Star Supermarkets, where he Contributions may be made three sisters. 1-800-423-7112. DeWitt and many nieces, School. served as Vice President of to the Diabetes Foundation. She is survived by her SWIMMING INSTRUCHe served in the U.S. Army nephews, aunts, uncles and husband, Paul H. Atkins of TORS. The YMCA of Barry cousins. from 1964 until 1966. Nashville; one son, James County seeks certified ARC Funeral services were held Mr. Pennock was married to (Sherrie) Atkins of Hastings; YMCA certified WSI and LifeLucille D. Merrick on Decem­ Thursday, March 27, 1997 at Leva M. Norris three daughters, Virginia Lee guarding swimming instructors Wren Funeral Home. Pastor ber 13, 1969. CHELSEA Leva M. Chelsea. of Freeport, Pamela (William) for its summer backyarrd pool His employment included Jeff Arnett officiated. Norris, age 79, of Chelsea, Expressions of sympathy Memorial contributions passed away, Sunday, March maybe made to the charity of Bradenberg of Virginia and program. Rc-ccrtification and E.W. Bliss Company in Hast­ Lu Anne Reaser of Freeport; training is available. Excellent may be made to Barry ings, LakeIndustrial Odessa Machine Monday, 19977itaat twelve grandchildren; twelve pay and hours. Interested parties Products, Welding Community Hospice or the 23, Co,mm ounniatyy ,Hosp alt. Chelsea one’s choice. great grandchildren and one should call the YMCA, (now known as Enprotech Brain Tumor Research Fund, She was bom October 3, brother, Richard Allen of 616-945-4574 for more Mechanical Services) in Lans- c/o Dr. Harry S. Greenburg, information. 1917 in Nashville, the daughting. He retired in 1995 because Taubman Center, 1500 E. er of Dorr and Kate (Rarick) Medical Center Drive, Ann of failing health. Webb. Mr. Pennock was a member Arbor, MI 48109-0316. Mrs. Norris had been a resi­ of Hastings Moose Lodge, dent ofChelsea since 1957 and Hastings Country Club, Hastwas retired from Thetford ings Elks Lodge, Hastings and Sidney A. Green Corp. Battle Creek Conservation She was preceded in death NASHVILLE Sidney A. Clubs, The American Legion, by a brother, Louie Webb. Michigan Trap Shooting Asso­ Green, age 49, of Nashville, Mrs. Norris is survived by ciation, Amateur Trap Shoot­ passed away Tuesday, March two sons, Ted and John Norris, 25, 1997 at Pennock Hospital, ing Association, National Rifle both of Chelsea; five grand­ Find out if you qualify at Association. He was also an Hastings. children; one brother, Robert He was born October 1, avid golfer, hunter and trap Webb of Barryton and one 1947 in Hastings, the son of shooting enthusiast. sister, Lucille Hamilton of Richard and Feme (Schulze) Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Jill VanDerHoef Green. Funeral services were held Mr. Green graduated from Wednesday, March 26,1997 at Maple Valley High School and Staffan-Mitchell Funeral received his Journeyman Home. Rev. Richard Dake 354 S. Cochran, Charlotte • Phone 543-4339 Degree from Lansing officiating. Burial will be in Community College. Oak Grove East Cemetery, 209 Main, Eaton Rapids • Phone 663-1331 He married Agnes Smith on . 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The team includes Meghan Gaber, Megan VanEngen, Cody Montgomery, Michael Chapman, Justin McMillen and Aaron Curtis. Coach is Mary Chapman. Congratulations Kids!!! Combined efforts by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter W from community volunteers have Grace Community Church andproduced outstanding results Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair f Richard Cobb • David 517-726-0577 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-i74ff in Maple Valley's first "Odyssey Of the Mind" com­ petition, according to Fuller Street teacher Linda Gaber. The program, designed to "stretch imaginations and promote team effort" has been around a long lime. Several districts throughout the state participate each year with teams including youngsters as young as 6 or 7, and as old as 17. All are given the chance to compete with other young­ sters of the same age in re­ gional competition. The kids must prepare skits and demonstrate their ability to work together as a team to solve a problem. Creativity plays a big part in how they place among other schools. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU Owt 10 IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: terms 0 0 0 0 Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Meet the "Can You Dig It Team". These fifth and sixth graders under the direction of Vicki Mansfield had a wonderful time at the competition. Team members are Holly Clouse, Jessica Mansfield, Owen Blakely, Katherine Varney, Dan Sealy and Micah Tobias. Those who are declared win- known as the 'Good News' ners can then go on to com­ team took a first place!” pete at the state level and some even at the national level. This is Maple Valley's first attempt in putting together The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met teams for the "Odyssey of the in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Mind" competition in Lansing Charlotte on Wednesday, March 19, 1997. earlier this month. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk's Preparations for the event, Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543­ however, began last fall. 7500 ext. 225 or 485-6444 ext. 225. "We actually got a rather Linda M. Twitchell late start in November," said Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Gaber, "It takes a lot of prepa­ 101 ration. Next year we hope to start preparing in September." Gaber said that the first step in getting ready to compete against other schools is plac­ ing the children into teams, in appropriate age groups. Each team is then to give itself a The Village of Vermontville will be collecting name, prepare a skit tol demonstrate a problem and a leaves & limbs (less than 2” diameter) April solution and then be ready to 7-10. Leaves & limbs MUST be at curbside perform in front ofjudges se­ no bags, please. lected from various schools. Each team must have at least five members, but cannot ex­ Village of Vermontville ceed seven. There were five teams from Maple Valley who competed in Region 2 this year, demon­ HANSBARCER CONSTRUCTION strating skills among peers from schools that have partic­ ipated in the competition foi several years. Some of those Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat opponents included Okemos, Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel DeWitt, Charlotte, • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Potterville, Williamston Lakewood and Grand Ledge. Service • Limestone ■ Large and Small "They all did very well, Field Tile considering this was our first — Call for Free Estimates — attempt," said Gaber. "Our first1.'. ahd’-’sedo'rld-gradfci’S, — NOTICE — NOTICE 517-726-0323 Contact One Of Our Experienced and knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. April 1. 1997 — Page 9 Police still seeking help in Feb. 11 arson truck fire case A truck fire Feb. 11, deter­ mined to be arson by Nashville police, still is un­ solved and police are asking for help from the public. According to reports, Frank (Skip) Purchis of 718 South Washington St. had borrowed the 1994 Ford F-150, belong­ ing to Arnold Histed, and awoke to an explosion just shortly after midnight. "About 12:30, the truck, which was sitting in our driveway, exploded," said Purchis' father, Frank Jr. "He woke us up and said. Mom and dad, you’d better get up and out of the house, I think it’s going to go.” The elder Frank then looked out the window and found the rear of the truck to be fully engulfed. At that point, the fire department was called. Police records confirm that the police were dispatched at 12:37 a.m., followed by the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Fire Department, which arrived on the scene shortly after. Though Histed’s insurance company has not released in- ODYSSEY OF MIND, formation relating to amount of damage at this point, Pur­ chase said that the cab and rear of the truck looked to be de­ stroyed. "Probably the only thing salvageable would be the run­ ning gear,” he said. "My son also lost a lot of equipment in the back of the truck." Frank III reportedly had been working skidding logs and had chain saws and gaso­ line stored in the box of the pickup, ready for work the next day. Along with losing his possessions, his father's truck which was parked near the Ford, also obtained exten­ sive damage from the heat and flames. "My son ran out and moved my truck," said Frank Jr. "I wouldn’t have gotten into it I was afraid that it was going to explode." He went on to say that dur­ ing the incident there were three explosions, all gas cans in the rear of the truck. The tanks themselves on the truck did not explode. "Probably the only thing continued from Page 8 That team, coached by Mary Chapman, consisted of six youngsters, including Meghan Gaber, Megan VanEngen, Cody Montgomery, Michael Chapman, Justin McMillan and Aaron Curtis. ing out of 16 teams. Third- and fourth-graders be­ "I think that they would longing to the "Omerdroid" have done even better had they team from Maple Valley built not been the very first to their own robot and managed compete," said Gaber. ’’All of to capture a seventh place rat- their opponents had the oppor­ tunity to watch before going on stage." The Omerdroids, coached by Cathy Newton, included Dustin Jones, Joey Desrochers, Alicia Olson, Dhanielle Tobias, Andrew The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are Gaber, Mindy Newton and open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, Brandon Montgomery. disability, age or religion: Though they didn't receive a April 2 — 4-H Livestock. Developmental Committee, 7:30 placing, Rob VanEngen's p.m., Expo Building Fairgrounds, Hastings. team consisting of third- and April 3 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, 7:30 p.m., fourth-graders also did very Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. well, according to Gaber. April 9 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., The "Heroic Proportions" U.S.D.A. Building, Hastings. Team delt with animal April 12 — Teen Club Laser Bowling, 8 p.m. $1 for shoes, $2 species. Those youngsters in­ per game. Call Extension Office for location and reservations. cluded Jessica McMillan, April 12 — Region 1,4-H Rodeo Safety Clinic, time and place Selena Woodman, Garret Van to be announced. Engen, Adam Gonser, April 12 — Vetavisit, MSU Veterinary Clinic, East Lansing. Amanda Kirchhoff and Danny April 12-13 — 4-H State Rabbit Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Laverty. Center Workshop, Tustin, MI. There were also two fifthApril 15 — Rodeo entries due at the Extension Office for and sixth-grade teams compet­ Rothburry Rodeo. ing, one headed by teacher April 16 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. Sheryl Mclean, and known as April 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Exten­ "Balloonsy." Their problem sion Office, Hastings. was to create cars and then April 17 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, 9:30 p.m., Ex­ manage to get them through a po Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. maze of balloons. April 19 — 4-H Clowning Workshop, Hope Township Hall, Colin McLean, Matt 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dunham, Jeremiah Griffin, April 19-20 — 4-H State Performing Arts Workshop, KetRichie Wood, Menial Wieland tunen Center, Tustin. and Melissa Jewell all partici- Calendar of Events HELP WANTED: Person to clean the Castleton Township Hall, in Nashville, on a regular basis. For more infor­ mation contact the Clerk at 517-852-9479 or 517-852-9193. PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 10, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The public hearing will hear discussion on re­ placing the Traffic Control Ordin­ ance 2-13-97 with a new ordinance that will allow parking (where marked) on the east side of M-66 north of the bridge to the Village limits. Nashville Village Council On the shelf at Sunfield Public Library New adult books this week include: Saved by the Light by Dannion Brinkley; Within the Light by Cherie Sutherland; The Fit or Fat Woman by Covert Bailey; Kathy Smith’s Fitness Makeover; The Wild Baron by Catherine Coulter; An Instant Guide to Seashore Life; Stones from the River by Ursula Hegi (Oprah Win­ frey’s current book club selec­ tion); Chromosome 6 by Tobin Cook; and Acts ofLove by Judith Michael. New junior books are: The Rifle by Gary Paulsen (author of Hatchet and Brian’s Winter); Words by Heart by Onida Sebestyen (School Library Journal Best Book of the Year); Patterns in Nature; Charles Darwin and Evolu­ tion; A Week of Lullabies; The Queen’s Goat; Leonore’s Big Break; Rough and Ready Loggers; Flood; What’s Wrong With Me? and Spirals. For Sale Automotive 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $250. Call 616-945-9340, after.6:00pm. pated on that team. The other team, "Can You Dig It,” was a group of fifthand sixth-graders who had to make four artifacts. The stu­ dents included Holly Clouse, Jessica Mansfield, Owen Blakley, Katherine Varney, Dan Sealy and Micah Tobias. Their coach was Vicki Mansfield who said that this was a great experience. "I was amazed at how well these kids worked together to solve their problem," she said. "Given the amount of freedom and the requirements of this program these kids did a great job!" "Some of these groups met several hours after school each week, and some many many weekends,” she said. "Without all of these adults (coaches) willing to give of their time Maple Valley couldn't have competed." She added "Without the help of Grace Community Church, who funded our program this year, we never would have gotten Odyssey of the Mind off the ground here at Maple Valley." that saved the house," he said. According to Purchis, Histed’s vehicle seemed to attract a lot of visitors. He asked that it be removed from his prop­ erty when visited by the Fire Marshall two days after the incident. It was taken to Mussers Service Station and then eventually released to the Ford Motor Credit Corpora­ tion in Lansing.* "I guess that the owner was behind on payments,” said Purchis. Maple Valley News was unable to make contact with Histed to confirm that infor­ mation. Arson is a serious offense, and there are rewards for those willing to help authorities solve such crimes. Last year an Arson Control Program helped put 33 arsonists where they belong, behind bars. There is a reward of up to $5000 for information regard­ ing this case and Nashville Police urge anyone with in­ formation to come forward. All calls will be kept anony­ mous. Those with information can call Nashville Police Depart­ ment at 852-9866 or 1-80044-ARSON. NOTICE The Vermontville Village Office will be closed April 7-11 for remodeling. Vermontville Village Council ★ ★ ATTENTION ★★ Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointmentfor a check on your equipment so you’re readyfor Spring. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 ft's Done, And We're Ready!!! The new STIHL “Concept Store” is done & ready for business at... VERN’S REPAIR It is packed with stihl products for your chain saw or trimmer. All the most popular accessories are in stock!!! We’re also stocked full of stihl Power Equipment!!! • Chain Saws • Blowers • Cut Quiks • Edgers • Power Washers • Earth Borers ... and the new line of “Quad Port Powered” Trimmers Buy One... stihl CHAIN LOOP Get One FREE! "No coupon necessary." Purchase Any STIHL Accessory between now and April 10th, and receive 10% Off* 'Excludes chain & oil. Vern’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 �New coach leads Lions’ boys into track campaign Much is new with Maple Valley track this year. First, the boys team has a new coach. Chris Pash takes over a program that has achieved many accolades in the SMAA league and in overall competitions. The new coach is ready for the challenge which starts Saturday at the Sparta Relays. Second, the Lions' squad has many new faces this spring. What this means is the new coach will have to get early contributions from a, number of freshmen and sophomores. The third thing that is new in Maple Valley track pertains to both the boys and the girls and that's a new track. April 24 is the scheduled first date for the new track in a competition versus Eaton Rapids. Home meets will follow on May 6 against St. Philip, May 8 against Dansville and May 13 against Lansing Catholic and Olivet. Maple Valley's boys track team includes (front row, from left) Chris Libecki, Andy Patrick, Jon Kenyon, Chris Dunham, Steve Frith, Ben Hester; (middle row) Dennis Rodeman, Scott Rooks, Robb Rosin, Greg Brooks, Guilherme Campos, Marty Dawson; (back row) Coach Chris Pash, Scott VanEngen, Darwin Cheeseman, Shawn Graham, Dave Taylor, Jon Kay, Matt Hall and Coach Ryan Rosin. Maple Valley baseball team should push for league honors Maple Valley's varsity baseball team includes (front row, from left) Dan Leep, Kevin Hansen, Brady Simpson, Jared Osborne, Matt Williams, Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt; (middle row) Chris Hartwell, Trevor Wawiernia, Dustin London, Andy Heyboer, Jason Thompson, Andy Oleson; (back row) Coach Kim Hansen and Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. Missing are Kevin Conkey and Nick Waara. Looking fora PRINTER? Look out St. Philip, a group of baseball Lions look quite hungry this spring. Maple Valley's varsity baseball squad placed second to St. Philip last year with a 9-3 league mark. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt returns a good portion of that club this spring and the Lions should give the Tigers a real tussle on the diamonds. Secondbaseman Kevin Conkey hit .261 in '96, but shinned even more in the field with a .960 fielding percentage. Coach Mittelstaedt describes Conkey as a good base runner and a smart player. Thirdbaseman/pitcher Kevin Hansen had 23 RBI and also saw limited varsity action on the mound. The senior will a valuable member if Maple Valley is to challenge St. Phil. Senior Jim Mitchell plays at first base where he fielded 1,000 percent during summer games. Last spring, Mitchell topped the Lions in walks. Joel Mittelstaedt led Valley with a .328 average in '96, making All-SMAA. Besides his infield work, Joel Mittelstaedt can also help the team with his pitching. Outfielder Dan Leep, pitcher Matt Williams and utility player Nick Waara are other solid ball players. Leep, a hard worker according to his coach, is a strong fielder, Williams recorded 42 strikeouts in 31 innings in '96 and Waara can pitch, catch or play in Maple Valley's outfield. Maple Valley will entertain Barry County foe Hastings for doubleheader action on April 15. Nine return from softball squad that won 20 on 1996 team Coach Chris Ricketts returns nine players off of last season's 20-8 Maple Valley varsity softball team. How good the Lions are in 1997 may well depend on the squad's competitive nature. If that's the case April 15 season-opener with Hastings should be a good test. Maple Stine spent much of 1996 Valley is scheduled to host the on the pitcher's mound, while Saxons on that day in a Stewart and Kuemple provided doubleheader. the punch at the plate. Ricketts will rely on Tara Kuemple and Stine will make Stewart, Dawn Stine and up both parts of the softball Jenny Kuemple to help push team's battery with Kuemple this spring's team in the right being Maple Valley's starting direction. catcher. PRINT SHOP • Full Color • Signs • Copying • Addressing • Laminating ...and MORE! • Complete Binding (616) 945-5078 I FAX: (616) 945-5192 or call 945-9554 printing specialists Maple Valley's varsity softball team includes (front row, from left) Evelyn Ackley, Jenny Kuemple, Tara Stewart, Bess Ann Martin, Sarah Hughes; (middle row) Beth Sleeper, JoHeather Grant, Melissa Mater, Casey Hansbarger, Kim Pennington; (back row) Coach Chris Ricketts, Kerri Dean, Dawn Stine," Dawn Spears, Amanda Farr-and-MandyBeemer.* • • • • • .............................. ■ ■ ................ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 1, 1997 — Page 11 SPORTS PREVIEW) ( Depth, talent make Maple Valley girls league contenders A weak link is not visible on this springs girls track team at Maple Valley High. And even better Coach Gary Hamilton's team is hardworking and talented. These optimistic traits and characteristics make Maple Valley an SMAA contender along with front-runner Olivet. Last year, the girls were second in the league, but finished third at the regional event. Danielle Watson, who was conference athletes. Smith jjumper and a sprinter and Valley team. including Teri Sessions who the regional champ in the runs middle distance, Booher Poyer providess even more jn total, the Lions have 16 competes in both the high lojtg jump, Erica Krolik, is a sprinter, Gons is a long sprinting depth for the Maple returning letterwinners, jump and the long jump. Heidi Eberly and Dawn VanderVlucht, give Maple Valley returning athletes with State experience. Krolik, Eberly and VanderVlucht ran on Maple Valley's 3200 meter relay team a season ago. VanderVlucht, Eberly and Krolik join Marin Smith, Erin Booher, Stacie Goris and Bethany Poyer as returning Jr. high matmen take finale Maple Valley's junior high wrestlers finished the season with a home match against Climax-Scots on March 27. Seven out of 11 wrestlers won matches for Maple Valley: Jeff Rhoades won on a 45 second pin at 115, Jason Silsbee had a 53 second pin at 120, Isaac Franco recorded a pin in 1:22 at 125, Mike tbll ., L*s| Utt ■ 191 KsHWlil raiiHta Brik I&jWi Bmi aril fejC^fefeli r-jfe Washburn pinned his 130 opponent in 1:57, Jeff Jones registered a pin in 1:24 at 135, Jacob Cole's match lasted just 10 second with a pin at 140 and Chad Spears had the seventh pin for Maple Valley with a 2:05 fall at 145. Kyle Lackscheide, Trent Swift, Troy Sloan and Randy Silsbee also wrestled for the local team. Bethany Poyer, Stacie Gohs, Cristina Desrochers, Erica Krolik, Leslie Grant;, (back row) Alexis S wmiiith, Emilie Gould, Tami Sealy, Lauren Hansbarger, Kristy Sea-*ly, R”o—se But• ch■ er, Melissa Kirwin, Andrea Mac■e ~ and Coach Gary Hamilton. MERCHANTS SMPPX^i^.. W® LETS SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS! Auto Parts Center Mace Pharmacy 112 N. Main St., Nashville Phone 852-9500 219 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-0845 The Movie Station 201 N. Main St., Nashville (next to Hastings City Bank) Phone 852-2290 irflWM JSiMDI Maple Valley's girls track team includes (front row, from left) Danielle Watson, Dawn VanderVlucht, Erin Booher, Teri Sessions, Marin Smith, Nicole Wilson, Rachel Pettengill; (middle row) Hayley Todd, Becky Wilson, Faith Livingston, Trish Sloan, Heidi Eberly, Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Phone (517) 726-0640 Tobias-Mason Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Helmut’s Kaffeehaus 202 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2130 Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Homes 204 N. Queen St-, Nashville Phone 517-852-0840 Wolever’s Real Estate 126 S. Main St., Nashville Phone 852-1501 Musser Service 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. 737 Sherman (7 blocks E. of Main) Nashville • Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland 113 Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1551 637 S. Main, Nashville 852-9822 Citizens L.L.C. Company 870 South Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0514 Wheeler s Manne Service S. M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 Eaton Federal Savings Bank 109 S. Main St., Nashville Phone 852-1830 Maple Valley Real Estate Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Main St., Vermontville Ph. 726-0181 I Fax 726-0060 Hometown Lumber 219 S. State, Nashville Phone 852-0882 Diana’s Place 301 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-1811 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville • Phone 852-9481 157 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 517-726-0330 Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center Hastings City Bank 130 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0569 203 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-0790 Kent Oil & Propane M-66 Tire M-66 at S. Village Limits Nashville • Phone 852-9210 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa • Phone 374-1200 State Farm Insurance Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods Inc. — Ruth Hughes — 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 Hecker Agency Nancy’s Beauty Shop 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 227 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 Nashville Locker Service Feed Store & More 225 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9680 Carl’s Super Market, Inc. 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 Ken’s Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0589 Goodtime Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 233 N. Main, Nashville Power’s Service Mapes Family Florist 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Phone 852-9587 207 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2050 Country Kettle Cafe “Nashville's Friendly Restaurant with Family Prices" South End Food & Beverage Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-1900 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 1, 1997 — Page 12 Freesytle wrestling program begins fourth season locally Wrestling season is under way at Maple Valley, but not all the grapplers are on a high school team. It's a freestyle program de­ veloped by Tony Wawiemia four years ago. It has grown tremendously and now in­ cludes 24 youngsters, includ­ ing two from outside the school district. Freestyle wrestling is a lit­ tle different than the high school variety. When watch­ ing the sport, one won't no­ tice much difference from a 'regular' wrestling meet, ex- cept that some of the partici­ pants are much younger and there are a few "moves" that are pretty uncommon in high school sports. One of the big attractions to the program is that everyone can get involved. Wrestlers, boys and girls, often begin at the age of 6 and can partici­ pate in the program until they are 17. "It is a great way to get them started," said Wawiemia. "It helps to prepare them for high school wrestling." One additional aspect that makes the sport unique is that because so many age groups are involved, it often becomes a family sport, something that Dad can do with the boys for some quality time. That's exactly what has taken place for the Silsbee boys of Nashville. Though the father, Mike, wasn't in­ volved in high school sports as a youth, he has always wanted to be part of the wrestling scene. Now he as­ sists Wawiema in coaching the freestyle program and sons Jason and Randy accompany One of the advantages of the Freestyle program is the ability for kids to begin at a early age. These youngsters will have many years of experience under their belts by the time they are old enough to participate in high school sports. Meet Maple Valley's Freestyle wrestlers. (Back from left) Coach Ray Barland, Coach Doug Hansbarger, Randy Silsbee, Jason Silsbee, Ryan Rowse, Andy Adams, Jason Grasman, Josh Grasman, Tony Thurlby, Chris Dunham, Coach Tony Wawiemia, Michael Sleeper, Coach Mike Silsbee (front row) Coach Craig Greenfield,’ Ryan Brooke, Dustin Hati, Tyler Greenfield, Keith Lackscheide, Thomas Rowse, Cole Hansbarger, Brandon Brooke, Richie Wilson, Jimmy Hirneiss, Corbin Gardner and Trent Barland. him at practices and meets. The program has been benefi­ cial to both boys in building self esteem and allowing them to participate at a young age. "I've wrestled now for six or seven years," said Jason. "I started when I was just a little kid." Jason said that though he certainly hasn't won every match, the he has come out on top in some rather surpris­ ing situations. "I've gotten a few first place medals," he said. "But one of the biggest matches I remem­ ber was with a kid from Lake Odessa. He was a lot bigger than me, but I beat him!" Brother Randy said that he too has won some and lost some, but more important, the expe­ rience has helped him to pre­ pare for high school sports. "Its a head start,” he said. ing. They, like teammates "This is really good for kids , from Maple Valley, said that something to do. There aren't one thing is for sure, all of a lot of winter sports for kids this just wouldn't be possible until they get into junior high without adult volunteers. and high school. I'm 15 and Wawiemia is joined by have been wrestling now since many other volunteers, like I was just 8." Silsbee and Doug Jones, who The freestyle program at are there for practice three Maple Valley continues to at­ nights a week and give their tract newcomers. Last year the lime every weekend for team included one girl who matches. according to team mates did Fans may want to put the well. following dates and locations This year two Hastings on their calendar, and see the boys have joined the group. Maple Valley Free Style team Ryan and Thomas Rowse, in action. brothers from the Hastings •April 5 at Ionia area, said that they learned •April 12 at Leslie about the program from rela­ •April 19 at Charlotte tives who live in the Maple •April 26 District Finals. Valley district. Both are ex­ For more information about cited about the chance to wres­ the program or upcoming tle, and said that so far the ex­ matches, Wawiemia can be perience has been very reward- reached at 726-0010. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastino«l Vol. 125-No. 14 — Tuesday, April 8, 1997 Maplewood students force principal to wear her ‘pajamas’ to school Students at Maplewood had the last laugh after a contest last week when Principal Nancy Potter came to school in her pajamas! a chancee for each classroom It was all part of a 'dare" for to accumulate points, which March reading activities, began one Friday, Feb. 28. which included daily contests That day, with a special as­ sembly to kick off reading month, teacher, Sheryl McLean told students that there would be a special "prize" for participating in the activities planned ahead, all geared around a "Color My World" theme. There could be pizza or ice cream for winners, but how about a really big in­ centive? None of the activities were required, so there had to be something to entice the boys and girls. Several ideas were tossed around, and Potter dared the children to beat the odds. Ev­ eryone agreed at that point that it would be fun to take her on, maybe show their principal that she would in­ deed be the victim of the last March was full of fun activities like "Crazy Hat Day"'. laugh. Each student who wore a silly hat to school helped to put Nancy Potter in her PJ's! See Pajamas, Page 2 Meet the winners of Maplewoods Reading Month contest! Mrs. Luyendyk's room earned a total of 418 points by completing various tasks. Friday they all celebrated with a pizza party! Fire destroys residence in Assyria Township, Wednesday by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Tim and Michelle Shea of 5500 East Butler Road in Dowling returned home Wednesday to find their house destroyed by fire. The early afternoon fire in Assyria Township may have gone unnoticed for some time if not for passersby who saw smoke from North Avenue and decided to investigate. When arriving at the comer of Butler and Barryville Roads they saw fire coming from the center of the residence and went to a nearby home to call 911. "It was burning right up through the middle section of the house and going fast,"" re- When firefighters from the Castleton-Maple-GroveNashville and Bellevue departments arrived at this home at the corner of Butler and Barryville roads in rural Assyria Township Wednesday, it was totally marked an onlooker who wished to remain anonymous. According to reports, when Bellevue and Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville firefighters arrived on the scene, the home was totally engulfed. Fire marshals were called to the scene to investigate, and though no official report has been released, according to in- vestigator Mark Slusher or Lansing, it appears that the blaze was accidental. "We believe that it started in the clothes dryer," he said following the investigation. His remarks were confirmed by a fire report completed by the Bellevue Fire Department, which states that the dryer had been left on when Mrs. Shea engulfed in flames. Though the Shea family did have adequate insurance, they desperately need a place to live while they rebuild. left the home around noon. Estimated damage to the home is $50,000, but that doesn't include contents. Ev­ ery thing that the family owned was destroyed, and they are now forced to stay in a ho­ tel until arrangements can be made to rent while rebuilding. The family is requesting that anyone with a furnished rental property, maybe a fur­ nished cottage or something of that nature in the Battle Creek area, to contact them. Their insurance will be paying for those types of expenses while they attempt to rebuild their home. Anyone with information about such property should contact the family at (616) 962-1006. Friends at Pleasantview school also have chipped in with a donation box and they need everyone's help. At this point the Sheas have no clothes, or personal items, and any type of gift would be ap­ preciated. "You just don't think about what would happen if you were to have a fire," said Michelle's mother. "These kids didn't have a clean change of clothes, diapers for the baby or even a toothbrush." The family's sizes are listed below for those wanting to help: •Jacob: Size 2 T or 3T. •Melissa: five slim pants and size five shirts •Jonny: pants size is six slim and shirts are a seven. Donations of toys also would be helpful, as all were lost in the fire. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 2 PAJAMAS, continued from front page— Could the kids accumulate enough points to succeed? The goal agreed to was 3,000 points. Each classroom woujd tally points weekly and the children could see how they fared against fellow students by watching the scoreboard outside of Potter's office. Each week was filled with chances to get ahead of other classrooms. There was a win­ dow painting contest, a create a bookmark contest, green horn day, lots of trivia ques­ tions and silly things like Wear a Silly Hat Day and they read riddles andjokes. Is this Principal Nancy Potters normal school attire? I should hope not! It's all pat of a "dare" that she presented to students for Reading Month. Window painting was another reading month activity at Maplewood Elementary. These youngsters are ready to get started with paint brushes. When finished every window in the building was bright and depicted this year theme. And, Nancy Potter was a little closer to loosing her bet. Does this look like the ultimate reward for a good job or what!! Vanessa Farrot and Kirsten VanderHoef were among second place winners in the contest at Maplewood and Friday was Ice cream day!! They even shared some of their treats with Maple Valley News!! Potter was a good sport throughout the month and en­ couraged the students to do well. She, like all other staff members in the building, par­ ticipated in wearing appropri­ ate hats or T-shirts when the special day came and she even chose many of the trivia ques­ tions for students. To keep encouraging the kids, a special display was created outside the gym, with pictures of participants on many of the special days set aside. Barb Dickinson kept a weekly tally of points and one March 31, Potter herself made the announcement. April 1 was D-Day! Totals were impressive to say the least, as students had managed to accumulate 3,503 points and the poor principal ap­ peared at Maplewood in her pjs and slippers and even put a few curlers in her hair to make give the outfit that "official look." She toured each classroom, congratulating the students on a job well done. Though every classroom participated in the contest, some did better than others and those students now look forward to additional prizes. First place winners in the contest were the students in Susan Luyendyk's room, who accumulated 418 points. Those youngsters now look forward to a pizza party in their classroom. Paula Guajardo's class was right behind in second place with a total of 385 points. Those kids will be treated to an ice cream sundae party in their room. And third place? Lori Bunker's students weren't far behind with a total of 370 points won through various events in March. Now the pj incident is over, and Potter is back to wearing normal attire, but its' anyone's guess what will take place next in the building. One of the fun events at the contest was Greenhorn Day. Every student who brought something new that they were learning to do got a few extra points. Here Daniel Sealey with a gift he received for Christmas. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDUC CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M~66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... ....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............ 9:30 a.m Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.......... 10:50 a.m. One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. 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PASTOR DUANE CROSS PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 2S0 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 3 Maplewood Elementary names students to honor roll 5th Grade Mrs. Luyendyk B Average — Sheena Andler, Jerrica Ashcraft, Maggie Bonner, Eli Bush, Joel Drallette, Tommy Grif­ fin, Joe Harmon, Jamie Hayes, Stefanie Joostbems, Caitlin King, Hilary Krolik, Christi O’Dell, Nate Racine, Scott Setchfield, Ben Smith, Valerine Smith, Ashley Trumble. Mrs. Kipp A’s — Kathryn All All Andy Mrs. Tuckey A’s — Chelsea Brandenburg, Derek Ripley. B Average — Niesha Bar­ nhart, Patrick Bueker, Don­ na Cripe, Andrea Eaton, Elisha Gibson, Kristina Mc­ Callum, Heidi McCrimmon, Marcus Musser, Ben Owen, Dale Platte, Corey Sears, Michaelle Strong, Ty Vanalstine. Mrs. Snyder A’s and B’s — Jeff Dia­ Carney, Dustin Powers. A’s and B’s — Terry Desrochers, Megan Garvey, Melissa Jewell, Allen Musser, Dan Sealy, Kelly Wilson. All Rachelle Swift, Thomason. mond, Amanda Driksna, Andrea Thornton, Krystal Miller. 6th Grade Ms. Braun All A’s — Cassie Turner, Mrs. Bunker A’s — Muriel Kaylene Rutledge. Wieland. A’s and B’s Katie Clark, Jeremy Dunn, Jen­ nifer Grant, Elissa Gretzner, Michael Johnson, Nicole McMillon, Garrett Mitchell, Nick Newton, Trisha Sears, Kira Watling, Caleb Watson. A’s and B’s — Andrew Belen, Matthew Dunham, Megan Greenfield, Steven Loveall, Kyle Musser, Becky Reid, Brett Smith, Laci Wolever. Mrs. Smith All A’s — Meagan Put­ Mr. Harns All A’s Jennie Pet- nam, Chayla Robles, Amber Terberg. A/B Average — Pat An­ drews, Michael Bartlett, An­ thony Cook, Erica Johnson, Jon Lentz, Casey Mays, Mark Rodriguez, Sara Scott, tengill, Chad Croff. A’s and B’s — Stephanie France, Michelle Silsbee, Jarrad Klapko, Micah Tobias, Zach Vorce. All A’s — Jonathan Den­ ton, Collin McLean, Meaghan Pierce, Cameron Smith, Eric Smith. A’s and B’s — Brett Bum­ ford, Holly Clouse, Brenda Dayton, Jennifer Dunn, Holly Forest, Jessie Grant, Travis Irish, Andrew Ke­ nyon, Krystal Root, Kristen Vanderhoef. Mrs. Pettengill All A’s — Owen Blakely, Rachel Brandenburg, Jessica Cowell, Mindy McKelvey, Karla Rasey. A’s and B’s — Brandon Brooke, Danny Davis, Rachelle Drallette, Tony Duke, Kari Emerick, Britt Leonard, Elizabeth Lincoln, Candi Miller, Aubrey Mur­ phy, Brandon Schantz, Amanda Scramlin, Richie Wilson. Mrs. Williams All A’s — TM Mifier. B Average — Samantha Allen, Nick Burpee, Jason Campbell, Nathan Carney, Austin Fassett, Ashley Gordeneer, Josh Grasman, Lindsey Hagen, Jessica Mansfield, Samantha Mater, Mike Mead, Beth Mulvany, Melissa Nisse, Dawn Rhoades, Brieann Treloar, Cydney West. Mrs. Guajardo It’s Pippi Longstocking Yes Pippi was at Fuller Elementary last week! Each year Tammy Wilde's third graders spend a Pippi Longstocking Day and this year everyone came dressed for the occasion with braids, freckles and outfits that were really Pippi style!! HORIZON HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder louti »oun«s OMQtruNtrr MLS. (517) 726-0721 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Obituaries Elizabeth ‘Betty’Ann Hopper VERMONTVILLE - Elizabeth, New Jersey. Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Mrs. Hopper was married to Hopper, age 87, of Vermont­ Lyman Hopper and he died in ville, passed away Saturday, 1979. 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Be in Hastings' future growth pattern. Party store with potential second business possibilities. (CM602DB) INDUSTRIAL LOT for sale, Charlotte. Dean’s Industrial Park. (CM603DB) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 4 Area woman’s soap making can be a dangerous adventure by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Those who know Zandra (Ferris) Belson often have re­ ferred to her as the "crafty neighbor" or "the girl with re­ ally original 4-H entries." Her ability to come up with something new and different hasn't changed. Her latest ad­ venture? Making soaps for her Olde Thyme Soap & Sundries shop. This can be somewhat of a chore and really even danger­ ous if not well informed, ac­ cording to the Barryville Road resident. Before beginning, she spent over a year just studying and researching the ins and outs of soap making. "It's really quite complicated to make soap from scratch and can be dangerous because you are using active lye," she cau­ tioned. "That's why I have de­ veloped a "base" for soaps that is very safe. Belson said that when using active lye, many don't realize just how easy it is to get burns. She wears a mask, rubber gloves and works when at home alone to assure that no one else would get ill from toxic fumes. However, once the lye and other ingredients in her base have gone though a process known as saponifi­ cation, the product becomes very safe. "Sponi fication is a chemical process," she said. "Once complete, the base formed with lye and other ingredients is very safe to work with and you are ready to experiment with scents, herbs and oils." Belson, in fact, has now de­ veloped 17 different soaps, all from her base and various other ingredients. Her selec­ tion includes such soaps as cinnamon, lavender and others developed specially for sensi­ tive skin. There are also grain soaps containing things like oatmeal, and botanical soaps that contain plant ingredients like basil and thyme. "Thyme is the 1997 herb of the year," she said. "When go­ ing to craft shows or into shops which carry herbs and soaps, you will find large volumes on the shelves." Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be April 12 from 7-10 a.m. A good will offering pays for this all you can eat breakfast. while the soap cooled. Later it would be transferred to a plas­ tic cooling rack and would remain there until completely ready for packaging. It's a pro­ cess that can last several weeks. "As the soap continues to cool, evaporation is taking place," she said. "All of the water must be gone before the soap is considered finished. The counter set aside for soap "curing," meanwhile, is full of wonderful aromas. Belson admits that though she has practiced and perfected her recipes that there is an oc­ casional "oops" that usually ends up in the washing ma­ chine. "You can use it in the washer," she said. "I try not to waste any of the product be­ cause mistakes can be very costly. Oils and extracts Zandra isn't making shredding cheese for pizza, she is preparing soap, a hobby that she says is very interesting. She now wants to share the art of soap making with others around Barry County and has developed a kit to make the task very easy. Downtown Nashville Southern Shoe Jeans Shop Southern ASHVILLE HARDWARE products for those reasons. "You can't smell the thyme when used in the right amounts with other scents," she said. Her trade name, "Olde Thyme Soap & Sundries" is named after the herb. She also has developed soaps for very sensitive skin and said that she has cus­ tomers that keep coming back claiming that her products are wonderful for exema, very dry skin and other aliments. "Probably the reason is that my products are made from very pure ingredients and con­ tain no detergent which is found in all over the counter soaps," she said. "The deter­ gent is the same product used for cleaning your clothes and is developed for long shelf life." She invited the Maple Val­ ley News into her home for a soap making demonstration last week. Her base product, prepared and on the counter re­ sembles shredded cheese when ready for the process, which one might compare to candy making. Temperature and tim­ ing are very important for a good batch of soap.. "It's to be shredded before Q putting it on to boil,' she said. "If the pieces of base are too large it will affect the product." Once finished with the "cooking process," Belson be­ gan filling molds that would be left for at least 24 hours She said that the reason it has become so popular is be­ cause of its effectiveness to fight germs. "It Jias been scientifically proven that thyme contains properties that are antiseptic, antibacterial and antiviral," she said. Belson uses just a wee bit of thyme in all of her soap Coming Soon to Boots • Shoes Hats which are used in soap mak­ ing are very expensive." Sometimes, however, a soap like the basil scent, couldn't be used for laundry. She has found that these make excellent deer repellent. They are packaged in a bag and hung over branches of young trees recently planted in the Belsons' woods and have kept the deer from destroying the trees. Belson wants to share the art of soap making with oth­ ers around Barry County and has now developed a kit that makes the task very simple and gives others the ability to "experiment" with their fa­ vorite scent. Those who choose to pur­ chase the kit will find every­ thing included needed to make SPORTING GOODS' INC. , Nashville, Michigan • 233 N. Main Street OPEN: Monday-Saturday 8 am to 5:30 pm This is just a sample of products available at "Olde Thyme Soap & Sundries". Now that Zandra Belson has perfected her soaps, she may add even more products to her shelves this summer. Diana’s Place The place to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Barry County Women's Festival presents Nationally Renowned Humorist PEGGY KLINE "Where's My Ruby Red Slippers?" THURSDAY, APRIL 17 • 6 PM Middle Villa Inn, Middleville (M-37) 852-0713 "Spring Into Summer" WE SHIP UPS by Sea Shanty and Bob's Vintage Clothing of Gun Lake STYLE SHOW DINNER Serving Prime Rib or Stuffed Chicken Breast Music: Paul Anthony Meek "In the likeness of Yanni $20.00 Reservations Required Specify choice of entree' Visa, Discovery, MasterCard Call 795-3640 or Send check to: Women's Festival P.O. Box 68, Middleville, MI 49333 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 5 From previous page— several batches of soap. The base product is accompanied by a drying mat, a choice of wheat germ and honey or herb garden scent, a grader for the base product, and so on. "You just need to add a sauce pan and distilled water,” she said. "I have tried to make these kits accessible to every­ one so these ingredients are all included for $39.95 No need to search far for your own kit. Olde Thyme Soap & Sundries orders are a simple phone call away, at (616) 758-3202. Be Ison also will have a dis­ play at the Barry County Spring Craft Show Saturday, April 12, where one can find her soap, soap making kits, oils, and bath blends. "A great idea for that extra special gift, or for personal use,” she said. Local insurance agency manager receives ‘top sales honors’ for ‘96 Several agents in the Bahs Agency earned top company­ wide honors for their outstan­ ding sales during 1996. Many of them led the company in specific sales categories, mak­ ing the agency one of the best in the state. Fann Bureau Insurance, one of the state's major in­ surers, has a statewide force of 400 agents serving more than 350,000 Michigan policyholders. School Lunch Menu Maplewood Lunch Menu Monday, April 14 Wednesday, April 9 Pancakes, sausage links, tater tots, applesauce, 1/2 pint milk. Spring Break. Thursday, April 10 Tuesday, April 15 Ham and cheese sub, carrot sticks, hot cinnamon apples, Friday, April 11 pretzel rod, 1/2 pint milk. Spring Break. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Monday, April 14 Pancakes or pizza, sausage Cold breakfast — 75 cents — links, tater tots, applesauce, cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. milk. Menu subject to change, Tuesday, April 15 choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate Ham and cheese sub, carrot or white milk or whole milk. sticks, hot cimmamon apples, Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. pretzel rod, milk. High School Lunch Menu Note: Breakfast includes: Wednesday, April 9 milk, fruit or juice, Spring Break. bread/cereal product. Choice Thursday, April 10 of main entree daily, seconds Spring Break. on vegetable daily, choice of Friday, April 11 milk. Honey will be served Spring Break. with rolls to lower fat content, Monday, April 14 low fat dressings will be Burnto/sauce, green beans, offered. rice, pears, bread, margarine, Fuller Street School cookie. Spring Break. Sue Bahs A variety of molds can be used when making soap. Candy molds, syrup molds and cookies molds are just a few of those used to create a soap to fit every decor. Zandra also has developed a variety of soaps to use with various skin ail­ ments. Sue Bahs ofNashville, local agency manager for Farm Bureau Insurance, has been named one of the company’s top managers of 1996 for her agency’s outstanding record of sales and service. Bahs, who holds the CIC professionals designation and manages 17 agents serving Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, and southeast Kent counties, earned several agency production awards during the recent Farm Bureau Insurance Sales Convention in Traverse City. The Bahs Agency led the company in three major sales objectives: new general lines policies, new annuity premium and new single premium deferred annuity production. The agency sur­ passed 1996 sales objectives in all categories. Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 9 Spring Break. Thursday, April 10 Spring Break. Friday, April 11 Spring Break. Tuesday, April 15 Ravioli, com, mixed fruit, com bread, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Mothers Day is just around the comer and bath salts or body oil is always a wonderful gift idea. Zandra can fill most any order. New books on the shelf at Sunfield Library New adult books this week include: Saved by the Light by Dann ion Brinkley; Within the Light by Cherie Sutherland; The Fit or Fat Woman by Covert Bailey; Kathy Smith’s Fitness Makeover; The Wild Baron by Catherine Coulter; An Instant Guide to Seashore Life; Stones from the River by Ursula Hegi (Oprah Win­ frey’s current book club selec­ tion); Chromosome 6 by Robin Cook; and Acts ofLove by Judith Michael. New junior books are: The Rifle by Gary Paulsen (author of Hatchet and Brian’s Winter); Words by Heart by Onida Sebestyen (School Library Journal Best Book of the Year); Patterns in Nature; Charles Darwin and Evolu­ tion; A Week of Lullabies; The Queen’s Goat; Leonore’s Big Break; Rough and Ready Loggers; Flood; What’s Wrong With Me? and Spirals. TANNING *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:UU p.tn. 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Those who know the Wilsons well can attest that these two have been making syrup all of their married lives. Their story is unique, and it goes back many years. One thing is certain — though processing has changed, a lot over the years, their old-fashioned family val­ ues have not. The Wilson operation now involves four generations, and on a typical day in March, anyone who visits the Thor­ napple Road farm may find Great Grandpa Ceylon Garlinger alongside the youngest of the Wilson family scrub­ bing buckets while Earl and Bill are in the woods collect­ ing sap. Meanwhile, Loma is alongside daughter-in-law Becky in the kitchen, making that maple sugar candy that everyone looks forward to. This place that they all call home has been in the family now for 160 years. Ceylon was bom and raised on the farm and began collecting sap with his father just as soon as he was old enough to go into the woods. The price of syrup has changed drastically since that time and more modem equip­ ment has replaced the pan used over the wood fire back then. "I started working with my dad in the woods in 1937," he said. "The first time I sold syrup, it was just $1 per gal­ lon." * Garlinger said that though son in law Earl and grandson Bill think that boiling is a lot of work now, back then it was much harder. "There ain't no work to boiling any more," he said. "Everything is too automatic, so I just help scrub the buck­ ets!" MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 11 Mom referred to us as the ‘ Three Musketeers.’ The only rule was if you spilled a pail of sap on someone you had to stand there and take ■ ■ one! — Bill Wilson Garlinger said that he vividly remembers earlier days in the woods, and especially the inspectors who would just stop by for a visit when he had no time for socializing. Most were what he referred to as "city slickers" with little knowledge of syrup process­ ing. 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April 8, 1997 — Page 7 One of Becky and Loma's jobs each spring is making and packaging maple syrup candy and job that will be passed down to Becky's girls someday. At age four, Katie is already helping mommy and grandma in the kitchen at candy making time! Her job? She waits patiently while another batch is cooling and then always gets to remove the heart candy from the mold. According to mom and grandma they really have to watch her close, she has quite a sweet tooth! From previous page— il-ltsl titiriityn bllH] llinij sk®^ taiifift’- ■» When talking to the Wilson family, most everyone enjoys a particular detail of syrup making. For Bill, however, probably the best part of syrup season involved his friends. Each day, as soon as school was out when he was a teen, Bill would rush home with Dan Keech and Wes Wood and the three would make their way to the woods, having a wonderful time. ""Mom referred to us as the 'Three Musketeers," he said. "The only rule was that if you spilled a bucket of sap on someone you in return had to stand there and take one!" Bill and Dan were also in 4­ H together, and they managed to entertain the entire club ev­ ery March according to his mom. "We always had to have thee March meeting at our house," remembered Loma. "And Dan and Bill would put on a candy making demonstration." She said that to perfect their act however would take nights of practice, all of which were pretty entertaining. Finally, however, when meeting night came, the two would manage to get the candy into the molds. After­ ward, the entire club would partake of vanilla ice cream covered with fresh maple syrup. Bill's son Max now accom­ panies his dad and grandpa to the woods, and who knows what he and his friends will dream up when the time comes? Once the sap has quit run­ ning, and all is boiled and canned, one might think that 'maple syrup season' is over. But that's just the first phase of the season for the Wilson family. The second phase is about to begin and soon Lorna and Becky pull out the candy molds. "Becky really loves to make the candy and does a wonderful job," said Lorna. "And now her children love to help too!" Loma's earliest recollection of; candy making was as a child, when she was right along side of her mom, Doris (Garlinger) Fisher, and got to take all ofthe candy out ofthe molds when cooled. That soon became Becky's job. "Becky has magic fingers,” she said. "She never breaks a piece of candy when taking it out of the mold!” Now Becky's girls, Kelly and Katie, have become in­ volved and can't wait to help remove candy from the many molds that have been pur­ chased through the years, though "hearts" are their fa­ vorite. Aside from traditional maple leaves, they have ac­ quired Christmas and Easter molds, Indians, and many oth­ ers, allowing them to make "special" candy for any occa­ sion. Good Neighbor Pharmacy u I started working with my dad in the woods in 1937. The first time I sold syrup it was $1 per gallon. — Ceylon Garlinger The girls and bother Max also help package the candy, and all look forward to their - time at Symp Festival each year where they work alongside their mom and dad and grandpa and grandma, selling the treats they have worked so hard to produce. "The kids do really well and love to work along our side,' said Loma, who added that Kelly has really surprised the family with her ability to talk with customers about the de­ tails of syrup processing. Does that sound like a fu­ ture queen candidate? Wilson's syrup also mar­ keted world wide. In past years orders have been filled for Australia, lapan and England and many gallons of symp and pounds of candy have been sent to Vietnam. Many gallons are also sold in Vermontville each year at .5 5 219 Main Stree • - -- . the Syrup Festival and the phone is always ringing with requests for orders. The most important part of this family tradition however isn't any one detail, whether it be marketing or candy making, but rather the time that is spent together as a family. "We all have a good time as a family working together," said Loma, "and doing some­ thing with our family that I am sure they will carry on some day." The Wilsons will be at the same spot as usual at festival time this year, all four generations. fMACE MW . HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday Quality Vitamin Products At Sensible Prices Oyster Shell Calcium Vitamin E 4001.U. Ginseng 250 mg. Central-Vite For Seniors 500mg.w/D • 100’s Softgels • 100's Softgels • 30's 6O's v If etWP5 am***vv; 99 Q GINSENG Children's Chewable Chromium Picolinate Vitamins • 100's 200 mcg. • 100's Iron & Zinc • 100's 250's Vitamin C 500 mg. w/ Rose Hips One Daily Vitamins 100's Garlic Tabs 1250 mg. 250's Odorless • 100's Antioxidant 6O's Four generations are involved with syrup making at the Wilson Farm and everyone has a job! That's grandpa and grandma Garlinger on the left, Earl and Lorna Wilson on the right and Bill and Beck on the steps with the latest of the crew, young Kelly, Max and Katie. Every year the family looks forward to the season. • • ....... March/April 1997 One Daily Brewers Vitamins w/ Calcium, Yeast 7.5 Grains �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 8 Maple Valley has mother-daughter writing team to brag about Her work is in short story form, and all about shoes! "The first book of its kind," she said. Tina (May) Croff got her start as a young mother to be while attending continuing education classes at Maple Valley. She said her teacher then, a Mrs. Priddy can be credited. "She put several writing topics on the board and we all had to choose one and then write a story," said Croff. "Mine was 'Orange Tennis Shoes."' Croff said that though it seemed difficult at first "once she got started with the short story it just seemed to come together. It turned out to be wait on the shelf in the shoe store. It was called 'The Or­ Elizabeth has written several poems but this is a favorite and will be published in ange Sneakers' and began like a book of poetry later this year. Who knows she may be on shelves across the this: United States someday. "Well here I am, another a fight once and it really hurt. day sitting on the shelf. He different perspective. by Cindy J. Smith Though both write quite of- When something like that could have put me on the top Staff Writer There is some undiscovered ten, neither had been pub­ happens I just write about it." shelf! Oh wait! Here he comes Lincoln's teacher convinced with a one half off sale sign. talent in the Maple Valley lished, at least not until re­ area. There are people who, if cently when Lincoln was noti- the sixth-grader that her work Please let it be for me, I've given the right opportunity, fied that she had won a writ­ should be entered in competi­ been here in this store for may someday be in history ing contest and would be fea- tion after reading several months, and no one has books, or in one case, on li- tured in a book of poetry that pieces of her poetry and soon looked at me. Hurrah! He put brary shelves. will be published yet this they contacted "Anthology of me on the top shelf. Now Poetry by Young Americans," maybe someone will see me!" Perhaps two of them, Tina year. The story goes on to tell Elizabeth said that it all be- a publisher of young artists' Croff and daughter Elizabeth Lincoln, are very much alike gan with just writing her feel­ works. This contest, which about the trials and triumphs in one regard — they both ings. When something hap- includes entries from across whenever a potential owner love to write! And, though pened rather sad or happy she the United States', is an annual would stop to try on the mom's specialty is children's had a knack for putting her event focusing on fostering sneakers, and finally the job creative expression in young when chosen by just the right stories and Elizabeth's is po- thoughts down on paper. little girl. etry, they have much the same "Like when something hap- people. After completing the first drive and a way of putting pens between me and one of Lincoln wasted no time short story, Croff said that she "simple things in life" in a my friends," she said. "We had when she found out about the contest, she worked diligently liked the shoe idea and began to put some of her favorite to write about different types work in perfect copy and then of shoes whenever the mood hit her. just hoped for the best. "I used to work nights at a When her work was selected to be included in the 1997 edi­ local party store," she said. "I tion of Anthology of Poetry found myself watching peo­ by Young Americans, teachers ple's feet, observing shoes and VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN at Maplewood become so ex­ suddenly I would get another Home of the Maple Syrup Festival cited that the school purchased idea and begin writing." Some of her characters in­ two copies of the book for the school library. Her scout clude cowboy boots, work The meeting dates for the 1997/98 fiscal year troop from Vermontville also for Vermontville township are as follows: purchased a copy, which will be donated to the Ver­ □ April 24,1997 □ October 30,1997 montville Public Library. □ May 29,1997 □ November 26,1997 Lincoln agreed to have one Sunfield Boy Scouts will □ June 26,1997 □ December 23,1997 of her favorite pieces included run recycling at west end of in the paper, known simply as Carl’s Parking lot in Sunfield □ July 31,1997 □ January 29,1998 "The Friend." from 9 a.m. to noon on Satur­ □ August 28,1997 □ February 26,1998 "I have a friend that lives in day, April 12. □ September 25,1997 □ March 26,1998 The scouts will take: my heart, she guides me through the newspaper, tied or in grocery day and leads me through the bags; glass, clear, clean, no All meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. at the caps; aluminum, no paper or night. Opera House, corners of First and Main, She helps me with the plastic coating; tin cans, Vermontville, Michigan. clean, flatten, no labels; and problems that I may have. She will always be there for magazines, tied or in grocery me, she lives inside me and bags (no Reader’s Digest). Scouts ask that the items not always will." be dropped off early. Her mother is very proud, The next recycling date will of course, and said that she be June 14. has been an inspiration to Please note: Scouts can not continue with her short stories take no. 2 plastic until further and search for a publisher. notice. NOTICE Vermontville Township Scouts recy cleing set for April 12 PUBLIC HEARING The Nashville Village Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April 10, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The public hearing will hear discussion on re­ placing the Traffic Control Ordin­ ance 2-13-97 with a new ordinance that will allow parking (where marked) on the east side of M-66 north of the bridge to the Village limits. Nashville Village Council This is the cover to Tina's book which she hopes to have published soon. The red high heal and the loafer, both have interesting personalities, and are contained in one of Croff's stories. the first of many stories about shoes, and high heels. Daughshoes and the characters who ter Elizabeth's favorite howwear them. ever is 'baby Moccasins" writEach shoe that she writes ten about moccasins that she about has a distinct personal-wore when very young. ity and some kind of issue, Tina now has designed a and each story has a lesson, cover for her book of short usually about feelings. All are stories and plans to begin the geared toward young readers, task of contacting publishers. ages 3 to 9. Who knows, maybe someHer first story turned out to day the work of mother and be about a shoe waiting for an daughter will appear together owner, the long and lonely on library shelves everywhere! NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be having a SPRING CLEAN-UP on Monday, April 14,1997 and Monday, April 21,1997. The village will pick up brush and leaves only. Nashville Village Council CASTLETON TOWNSHIP The regular board meetings of the Castleton Township board are the first Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the township hall located at 915 Reed Street, Nashville. The meeting dates are as follows: April 2 May 7 June 4 July 2 August 6 September 3 October 1 November December January 7 February 4 March 4 Castleton Township will provide necessary and rea­ sonable aids and services for the handicapped and hearing impaired upon 5 days notice to the Castleton Township Clerk. Lorna L. Wilson, Castleton Township Clerk 915 Reed Street, Nashville, Ml. 49073 (517) 852-9479 or 852-9139 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 9 Nashville area Boy Scouts hold ‘Court of Honor’ event by Art Frith Awards, leadership recogni­ tion, announcements of up­ coming events and refresh­ ments all were part of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 187's Court of Honor last Monday, March 31. Ten boys took the first step on the trail to the Boy Scouts' highest rank of Eagle Scout. Ryan Grider, Shaun Engle, Josh Cook, Adam Earl, Ben Swan, Brian Swan, Jason Wood, Chris Patrick, Mike Draper, John Harwood, Cory Archer and Jason Craven each received their Scout badges. Adam Earl, Ben Swan, Mark Landgraf, Brian Swan, Mike Draper and Chris Patrick were presented with their Tenderfoot badges. Receiving their Second Class badges were Chris Patrick, Adam Earl, Mark Landgraf, Ben Swan and Jason Wood. Ben Swan, who recently transferred to Nashville from Hastings, was the only member of Troop 187 to be advanced to First Class. Scoutmaster Jim Heney re­ ported that since the unit was organized last November, Troop 187 has grown from five scouts and five adults to a roster o roser of 20 scous scouts an and nne nine adult volunteer leaders. During Faeubruvaoryu and March, the scouts and an au eaerswere scouts adult leaders were busy collecting sap for the Nashvi Maple Syrup AssoNashville ciation: This week Troop 187 is conductingjunior leader train­ ing, which will prepare the scouts for assuming leadership positions within the troop. Members of Nashville Boy Scout Troop 187 moving along the trail to Eagle during Monday night's Court of Honor: Ryan Grider, Shaun Engle, Josh Cook, Adam Earl, Ben Swan, Brian Swan, Jason Wood, Cory Archer, John Harwood, Chris Patrick, Mike Draper, Jason Craven and Mark Landgraf. Former spiritualist to give talk at Charlotte Jr. High School ““Witt. Attain i !rfi* T#n^i Mitdtfiitij ',aa?'fli Ben Alexander, widely recognized as an authority of spiritualism and the occult, will detail his experiences as a former spiritualist medium during a three-day lecture in Charlotte. The lectures will be held Saturday, May 3, and Monday, May 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the Charlotte Junior High School auditorium, located at 301 Horatio. Alexander also w will bee exaner aso speaking at the Charlotte Church of Christ on Sunday, May 4, at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. as well as 6 p.m. The church OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP 4” to 12” WELLS Village ol to* iM fflGCli* y, April HlW i,ApriWi®J Killpich^ idleavesonl/- and television programs, in­ cluding the 700 Club, Trinity Broadcasting Network, KMOX (St. Louis), WGN (Chicago), KGO (San Fran­ cisco), WLW (Cincinnati), KING-TV (Seattle), WOWO (Ft. Wayne), James Kennedy, and the Marlin Maddox show and many other programs. He is the author ofthe book “Out from Darkness. ”Reservations are not needed to attend the lectures. For more information or for directions, contact the Charlotte Church of Christ at (517) 543-4064 or (517) 543-1500. EWING Vermontville Township WELL DRILLING, Library news offered INC. SALES & SERVICE NOIICI' is located at 1825 S, Cochran Ave. Alexander will discuss several vital topics including an informative lesson on what the Bible says about Spiritualism and contacting the dead. He also will be speaking on Ouija boards, demon possession, New Age and a slide presentation giving an overall view of the cult­ occult explosion.-' For more tan than 25 years, Alexander has traveled throughout the world expos­ ing the many different aspects of spiritualism. He has spoken on approximately 1,000 rdio Residential Commercial Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORi. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Maple Syrup Festival, Mildred Allen Memorial Library and Women’s Club scrapbooks are on display at the library. Federal tax forms for 1990 through 1997 are available on CD-ROM and cost 20 cents each. The Maple Valley Com­ puter Center is continuing to underwrite the library’s In­ ternet access, which comes with an e-mail address. Anyone wishing to contact the library can do so at thebookbags@mvcc.com. It also can be reached by fax at (517) 726-1366. These services are not available for public use but the library will try to accom­ modate adults wishing to ob­ tain specific information from Internet sources. The new book-drop has been installed in the parking lot and is ready to use. The library will be closed Friday, April 25, and Satur­ day, April 26, for the Syrup Festival. The library has made im­ provements this year and in­ vites the community to drop in. Donations of any kind, books, services and monetary are always welcome and appreciated. ‘Food, Facts and Fun’ series starts April 18 Hayes Green Beach Hospital has announced its fourth annual “Food, Facts and Fun” series for folks age 55 and over, a series of six luncheon sessions offered April through September. It includes a healthy buffet lunch, helpful information and door prizes from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $15 for the series, or $3 per session, payable in advance or at the door. Advance reservations are required for all sessions. The series begins April 18 at the Charlotte Library with a presentation on “Gardening in Containers.” The series continues May 16 with a presentation on “The Hospice Concept” in the Hospital’s Classroom (behind the stone mansion). The remainder of the ses­ sions: June 20 — Food for Thought; July 25 — Cataracts; August 15 — Lear­ ning with Laughter; and JWT JfafMoAne People Who Know Use Valvoune* make reservations, call Hayes Green Beach Hospital at (517) 543-1050, extension 362. VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE: Service Is Our Motto WE: Cut Keys • Cut Glass Thread Pipe See us for your hardware needs. Vermontville Hardware 517-73C-II1I 131 S. Main Street Vermontville HOURS: Mon.-Frl. 8:30-6; Sat. 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 pm Doug Durkee — Proprietor New Product In Stock Innovative concrete systems 18"xl8" Natural & Red Z12-X12" Natural Charcoal each «™ WOM® SWGOSS 381 8"x4" Autumn Gold or Range Red SX Straight Borders White & Red W74 12" Round Red Charcoal 12" Hexagon Red Charcoal Curved Borders White & Red 033 each M-66 Tire interstate September 19 — Influenza, will be held at the Lawrence Avenue United Methodist Church. For more information or to each Charcoal & Red 2°9 each each Landscaping Timber Railroad Ties Batteries CHANCE $18.99 ___„ Petersen Enterprises BUY SELL • TRADE USED CARS 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa. Ml 48849 /(fOixlOeJr 9 J*/y4jl* IZUU HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD Cash A Carry 517-852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 10 Local Pinewood Derby winners named Pack 3176 1997 Pinewood Derby winners were recognized during the pack meeting on March 17 at the VFW Post 8260 Hall in Nashville. by Art Frith The winners of the local 1997 Pinewood Derby were recognized during the Cub Scout Pack 3176 meeting March 24. Derby April 26 in Hastings, The top four winners from officially were recognized by each den, who raced March 22 Cubmaster Dave Kuempel. and advance to the Chief The winners were: Tiger Cubs — fourth place, Noonday District Pinewood Loans For Homeowners Kellogg Elementary honor roll named Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Cobs WO fenfcf & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb f f Yl 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Anthony Corwin; third place, Joey Smith; second place, Brody Swift; first place, Austin Earl. Wolves: fourth place, Timmy Wood; third place, Silas Smith; second place, Creedance Hoffman; first place, Jamie Corwin. Bears: fourth place, James D. Heney IV; third place, Joshua DeCamp; second place, Char­ lie Hail; and first place, Zachary Drake. In the pack's overall compe­ tition, Austin Earl placed first, Jamie Corwin came in second and Zachary Drake was third. In the open class com­ petition, Cory Archer, Jason Wood and Jason Craven placed first, second and third, respec­ tively. Best in Design honors went .0 Tyler Corwin (first place), Austin Earl (second place) and Jerry Brown (third place). Also during the meeting, Lance Howard was presented with his Bobcat badge. Mich. Lie. #23-i74ff Mrs. Hansen All A’s — Amanda Ket­ chum, Adam Moody. A/B Average Travis Doyle, Krista Driksna, Kevin Fassett, Kristin Mead, Tom Miller, Phillip Vincent, Bethany Wenger. Mrs. Hunt Joshua Bursley, Myles Watling, Tiffany Thomas, Michael Rhodes, Paul Morgan, Stephanie Hoffman, Mike Furlong, Todd Cupp, Sadie Blodgett. Mr. Hustick All A’s — Katie Eldred. A/B Average Lance Burpee, Sarah Chaffee, Samantha Cowell, Joey Desrochers, Dustin Drumm, Kelly Fox, Andrew Gaber, Nick Grant, Brandon Mon­ tgomery, Jesse Page, Matt Scramlin, Lacey Wiser. Mrs. Smith All A’s — Erin Hummel, Laura Trumble. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EASY TERMS A/B Average — Ben Boss, Kelsey Elliston, Kortney Ew­ ing, Dustin Jones, Jessica McMillen, Tessa Robles, Kailey Smith, Nate Smith, Ryan VanZandt. Mr. Smith A/B Average — Michelle Bauer, Jeff Bissett, Rochelle Currier, Kevin fox, Amanda Mead, Dustin Mead, Ashley Rasmussen, Shawna TeVelde. Barry County COA lunch menu set Wednesday, April 9 Roast turkey w/gravy, mashed potatoes, Prince Ed­ ward medley, dinner roll, margarine, dessert. Thursday, April 10 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad, dressing, cream­ ed com, garlic bread, pears. Friday, April 11 Chefs choice. Monday, April 14 Veal cutlet, baked potato, sour cream, mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pudding. Tuesday, April 15 Turkey stew w/gravy, mashed potates, French cut beans, bread, margarine, plums. Events Wednesday, April 9 — Hastings, craft day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, April 10 — Hastings, Music, Nye/Reid; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, April 11 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, April 14 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, master gardener; Delton, game day. Tuesday, April 15 — Hastings, Alz. Meeting; Nashville, master gardener. we Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1 -800-441 -3758 ' & Ask for Ken Today Lance Howard receives his Bobcat badge from Cubmaster Dave Kuempel during Nashville Cub Scout Pack 3176's March meeting at the V.F.W. Post 8260 Hall in Nashville. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: April 8 — Companion Pet Meeting, 7 p.m., at the Extension Office. April 9 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., U.S.D.A. Building, Hastings. April 12 — Teen Club Laser Bowling, 8 p.m. $1 for shoes, $2 per game. Call Extension Office for location and reservations. April 12 — Region 1,4-H Rodeo Safety Clinic, time and place to be announced. April 12 — Vetavisit, MSU Veterinary Clinic, East Lansing. April 12-13 — 4-H State Rabbit Leaders Workshop, Kettunen Center Workshop, Tustin, MI. April 15 — Rodeo entries due at the Extension Office for Rothburry Rodeo. April 16 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. April 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. April 17 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, 9:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. 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(517) 726*0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.-Monday thru Friday Factory Direct (800) 942-1234 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 — Page 11 Volunteer development retreat April 19 Eaton County 4-H Youth gram assistant, will train parPrograms will sponsor a ticipants in effective com­ Leader Retreat “Building munication skills and Tonya Blocks for Effective 4-H VanBuren, 4-H Youth Agent Groups” from 9 a.m. to 4 will lead the group through p.m. Saturday, April 19, in “Survival in the Rockies,” an Charlotte. exercise to help teach Sheila Urban Smith from problem-solving. Throughout the State 4-H Office will con­ the day, participants will take duct a training in “True Col­ part in hands-on activities and ors,” an experimental, fun- build networks with fellow filled personality type test. volunteers. Pete Wilford, 4-H volunteer, The cost of the retreat is $8 and Anne Pearse, 4-H pro- per person or two people for Ruth Swanson celebrates 90th Ruth (Byrans) Swanson Holder will celebrate her 90th birthday on April 16, 1997. Let’s have a card shower for her. Her address is Ruth Older, 25060 Battle Creek Hwy., Bellevue, Mich. 49021, c/o Patricia’s Foster Care Home. Boating safety classes offered The Marine Division of the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department will hold boating safety classes for boaters ages 12 and over at the sheriff department, 1025 In­ dependence Blvd., Charlotte. Athlete sorry... •MnO&irisiiiBti hil*!^ ci htylMU ^tt'3S^ta&3 fa To my school, team and community; I would like to apologize for my actions in the track team picture shown in the last issue of the Maple Valley News. There is no excuse for what I did and be assured it will never happen again. Thanks, Andy Patrick. The first session will be held April 7, 8, 9 and 10 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The second session is May 19, 20, 21 and 22, also from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Students who complete the course will receive a boating safety certificate, which per­ mits a 12-year-old to operate a boat or personal watercraft without direct adult supervision. The classes are free of charge and are sponsored by the Eaton County Sheriffs Department through a grant from the Michigan Depart­ ment of Natural Resources. For more information call the Marine Division at 372-8217 or 543-3512, extension 376; or call Sgt. Brian Peacock at extension 395. 1 IfaFfasUOilkU!,!^ $10, and includes all materials, snacks and lunch. For further information or for a registration form, call die Extension Office at (517) 53-2310 or 372-5594. Registrations and registration fees must be received by Fri­ day, April 11. Maple Valley FFA annual club banquet planned April 17 The Maple Valley FFA will hold the annual chapter ban­ quet Thursday, April 17, at 6:30 p.m., at Maple Valley High School. Highlights of the banquet include guest speaker Comer Skinner of the Region I FFA Alumni, greetings from state officers, and. a slide show about this year’s events and activities. Region I Alumni will be guest speaker at the banquet to help in this endeavor. The members have many exciting items on the banquet agenda as well as a guest speaker. A slide show of this year’s activities will be shown, retiring chapter of­ ficers will be giving inspira­ tional speeches, and a silent auction will be held. CARD OF THANKS AIRLINE/CUSTOMER We would like to thank all of our friends, neighbors and fami-ly for all the wonderful cards, gifts, and for attending our 50th wedding anniversary open house. We had a great trun our and a great day full of fun. 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FFA Chapter invites former members to annual banquet The FFA is holding their annual banquet, Thursday, April 17th at 6:30 p.m. The banquet, which will be held at the Maple Valley High School, is a great opportunity for former members and sup­ porters to get involved on a local basis. The FFA is interested in organizing a local Alumni chapter. Comer Skinner ofthe Thank You won the girls title with 108 points. The next action for Maple Valley's track teams is Saturday, April 12 at Godwin Heights. The home opener is slated for April 24 against Eaton Rapids. Jobs Wanted WILL BABYSIT IN MY home. 5517-726-1305 For Rent FINE LAKE DUPLEX Two bedrooms on the water, $550/mo., one year lease. 616-963-6457 after 5pm. Farm AUCTION REGISTER POLLED HEREFORDS: Hciffers, bred cows and semen tested bulls. Excellent perfor­ mance. Southwestern Michigan Polled Hereford Assoc. Spring Sale, Saturday, April 12, Show 10am, Sale 12:30pm, Allegan County Fairgrounds, Allegan, MI. 616-721-8356 for catalog. 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It is the fourth time in KFHL his­ tory that a team has gone un­ defeated during the regular sea­ son. On Monday, the Canadiens bashed the Bruins 7-3 be­ hind the hot stick of Joey Reach over 50,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Pay 7 Pays A Week Desrochers who picked up four goals and an assist on the final night of the regular sea­ son. Joey James scored the Bruins’ only goal early in the second period. In other action on Monday.... the North Stars finished the season with a 4-1 pounding of the Penguins and the Blackhawks slipped past the Kings 3-2. FINAL STANDINGS Maple Leafs, 11-0-0; Blackhawks 7-3-1; Canadiens, 6-3-2; North Stars, 6-4-1; Red Wings, 6-4-1; Rangers, 5-3-3; Kings, 5-6-0; Bruins, 4-6-1; Penguins, 3-7-1; Flyers, 3-7­ 1; Blues, 1-7-3; Senators, 1­ 8-2. A pair of Maple Leafs picked up KFHL honors. Eric Smith captured the regular season scoring title with a total of 34 points (19 goals and 15 assists). Melissa Nisse topped the list of defensive players. Following spring break this week, KFHL play will get The North Stars edge the Blackhawks 2-1 as the 1997 Kellogg Floor Hockey League season winds down. TALENT SHOW Friday, April 25, 1997 • 6:30 PM • Call...517-726-1077 or 517-852-0882 Two Divisions: Junior: 13 & Under Senior: 14 & Over Garage Sale Local woman promoted at Carter’s Shelly Cobb of Carter’s Plus in Charlotte recently was promoted to grocery receiver. Cobb is responsible for veri­ fying all grocery deliveries at the Plus store. Cobb began with Carter’s Plus in 1995 as a cashier. She was then promoted to assistant scanning coordinator, where she was involved in com­ puterized price verifications throughout the store, helping to maintain accurate and cur­ rent pricing in the cash register system. In July 1996, Cobb was nominated and named Associate of Month by her fellow associates. She was recognized for her willingness and motivation to get the job done, and her friendly, courteous and outgoing per- Local sisters perfect at VERMONTVILLE Baker College Maple Syrup Festival So- under way once again with post-season action Monday, April 14. The Senators and Blues will face off in a 5 p.m. exhibition game, followed by the Maple Leafs and Bruins at 6 p.m. and Blackhawks and Kings at 7 p.m. Post-season tournament play resumes on April 18 at 5 p.m., when the Penguins and Flyers meet in an exhibition game. The quarterfinals con­ tinue at 6 p.m. with the Canadiens and Rangers with the North Stars and Red Wings finishing up Friday evening's action. The semi-fi­ nals will be Saturday, April 19, at 1 and 2 p.m., followed by the 1997 KFHL champi­ onship game at 6 P.M.on Monday, April 21, at Kellogg Elementary School in Nashville. Sisters Tracy and Jody Hickey ofNashville have been named to the president's list at Baker College of Owosso. Both women, Maple Valley High School graduates and daughters of Bernard and Ruth Hickey of Nashville, earned perfect 4.0 grade point aver­ ages. 10# Bag, Fresh Ground rger sonality reflected toward the customers, according to Carter’s officials. She now lives in Vermont­ ville and attends Kellogg Community College in Battie Creek, working toward a cer­ tificate as a licensed practical nurse. Cobb is the daughter of Richard Cobb and Gwenn Mishler, both of Vermontville. Carter’s Inc. was founded in Charlotte by Theo Carter in 1952. The Corporate Offices oversee the operation of 18 supermarkets throughout Michigan (including Theo Carter’s and Big Valu). They employ more than 200 associates in Charlotte and nearly 1,500 company-wide. COLLECTABLES, ANTI­ QUES, OLD TRUNKS, quilts, old linen and pictures, costume jewelry, old books, knic knacs, clothing (from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s), Dunken Fife table, stove with double oven, lots ofhouse­ hold items, small and larger girls clothing, jeans (sizes 3,5, and 7), chest of drawers, and lots of surprises. 7998 Brown Rd. Vermontville, from Hastings take Coats Grove Rd. to Kelly to the end of the road (comer of Brown and Kelly). From Nash­ ville take M-66 to Coats Grove turns into Kelly to end of road. April 11 and 12 from 9-? For Sale Automotive 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $250. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. ch steak SiJ&SS: 1# Pkg., Stehouwer 2# Bag, Frank’s Beef Sizzlers Sauerkraut Store M Bratwurst I I I 4199 I 6 BEEF SIZZLERS 2# Jar, IGA 32 Oz., IGA Grape Mustard rop* 17 Oz., Kellogg’s Honey Smacks or Froot Loops Coke Products Post Grape Nuts or 13.75­ 24 Oz woffle Crisp IGA 50 Oz., Reg. or Natural IGA Apple Sauce 7.8 Oz., Saus., Comb., Pepp., Jeno’s Cris & Tasty Euty Pizza Vermontville Grocery - and Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-04-15.pdf ea52bb0d4099600f90a2bb8d36718dd3 PDF Text Text 12/30/00 Hastings Publ icLibrary 121 BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID F S. Church Street Hastings, HI. 49058 Hastings J*4I 49058 Permit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. uagvjitf c PUBLIC LIE Y 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905£ T. 121 S CHU P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan HASTINGS. Ml 49058 1893 Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 15 — Tuesday, April 15,. 1997 Syrup Festival to mark golden anniversary for Hildred Peabody Indian princesses you see in guessed that the first and only several dances and, of course, books,' she said. "Our 'Great Vermontville Princess would Many look forward to the Vermontville Maple Syrup Chief,' Grant Hawkins was presented with a beautiful full someday have a daughter reigning as syrup queen? Festival each year, whether grand head dress." The two were to be part of parade or all the goodies. But this year the festival an annual tradition, much like the crowning of the queen, but In 1957, her oldest daughter, Nancy Jo, reigned over the festival as queen. the grand parade. After Nancy Jo's reign as queen, just two years later, younger daughter Becky Sue became the alternate queen. "Yes, we have been a part more to one that never took place. Before "That was just after they decided to choose high school of the festival ever since I can remember," said Peabody. girls as candidates," Hildred said. "The girls were chosen that year by high school "Besides those special years, I have organized the children's parade and served on the committee for festival, even as chairman." by Smith Cindy J. Staff Writer it’s the means games, much the Vermontville woman. special anniversary. It's a preparations for another festival had rolled around, Hildred Peabody, the first Slout passed away. "Vern had a chance to plan "princess," was crowned in 1947, so this festival marks the festival the way he wanted teachers and then went to Michigan State University for that year,' she said. "He put a 50 years since her special day. his creativity and originality to work." That event, though 50 years and, as Though it turns out, only much has changed since her reign, she says she still becomes just as excited over festival events as she did back then. We all remember the queens through the years, but a princess? The idea was one that came with the appointment of Vern Slout as chairman of the Syrup Festival Committee, w ho wanted to add some fresh ideas to Festival weekend. The princess and another figure, the "Big Chief," would reign over festival creating a events, pioneer type ago, is fresh in big dinner the dinner and the announcement of who would be queen." Pancakes and sausage that year, by the way, were a mere Hildred's memory, and she said she often goes to her scrap books 75 and reminisces over those days, when things were much different. highlights of the weekend cents per serving, according to the program, and today," she said. "They were young members of community. I was 31 chosen as princess." Peabody Peabody said the when many organizations would nominate women from the community and then the selection of a atmosphere. winner would be by secret "As princess, I was presented a band with a single feather, much like pictures of ballot. "I didn’t even know that I was a candidate for princess Over the years Hildred has been involved in all aspects of the syrup festival. She has collected many 'memories' in this scrape book, and recently shared some of those special events with the Maple Valley News. until I was announced the winner," she said. The Big Chief was an See Peabody, Page 5 lagoon system for a dumping a front end hitch for DPW ground will be in trouble with crews the village. when snow plowing at a cost of$1020 Village officials took action was remember when 'Aunt last week the council: • Approved the purchase of last Thursday to try to assure community, recent Vermontville residents who have been using the village Hawkins, a founding member the a Vermontville to try stop (lumping at lagoon altogether different matter. of "I during Jemima' was providing some of the pancake flour for the Syrup Festival and did several a pancake derby, included "Back then queen candidates weren't high school girls, like She recalled other special memories interview. 1991 GMC to use • Accepted a bid from Slagel Construction of Hastings for it comes to a stop. appointed without opposition. According to Clerk Sharon "Probably because everyone in the community dearly loved Stewart, the first step will be in the downtown area. Old a survey to determine where sidewalk will be removed and summer at a total selected, he had brought us fencing will be placed. Even­ tually 980 feet of high tinsel fence along the west boundary our mail for many years." of the lagoons will appear, $20,770. The village will pick up one-third of the bill and then signs will be put up, and property owners will be him," she said. "He had just retired as a mail carrier when The end of her reign as was princess beginning of involvement just the Hildred's Syrup with warning should of consequences anyone be caught construction of new sidewalk new replaced sometime this cost of responsible for the balance. • Approved the purchase of dumping.- a grinder pump basin for the the years she worked hard to All these measurers were approved last week, and village garage at a cost of $2,465.76 Festival events, and through help plan the event, serving Reynolds Surveying out of • Approved the purchase of on the committee, even as Hastings is expected to begin two new hand held radios for chairwoman. One year she was featured in work soon. Once work is completed U the DPW's use at a cost of many local newspapers as the determine where the fence will • Discussed the upcoming "best cook in Vermontville" be and a fence is Michigan Municipal League when she recipe made for located $1032 her secret erected, it will become clear meeting in Hastings Thurs­ Syrup that the village means busi­ day, April 24. Rod Harmon, Maple available to the public. ness, officials said The recipe, handed down from her grandmother contains Each of the signs, all 24 Lloyd Wolever and Wilbur Marsh will all attend meeting two cups of the sweet syrup, of a $500 fine if caught dump­ montville. always from a local producer, ing. "All violators will be pros­ on Walnut Street and referred ecuted," warned Stewart. In other village business tee. of course. At that time, as wife of Village President Donald • Discussed water problems them to the Street Commit­ Kelsey and the mother of three small children, she was also involved (like today) in many community organizations, and said that even the busiest In This Issue... homemaker could find time to make her simple recipe. "An easy pie for the busy homemaker,'' she had said, when promoting the annual event, "You can make it from some of the syrup you purchase at the Syrup Festival Everyone knows about the tradition of crowning a Syrup Queen each year in Vermontville at the festival. But a Princess and Big Chief? Hildred (Kelsey) Peabody was the one and only princess and was crowned (or feathered may be more appropriate) 50 years ago! the representing Ver­ inches by 24 inches will warn next week." More surprises were in store for the Vermontville woman, for who would ever have • Standing committees announced by Nashville Council • Maplewood kids again to raffle quilt during syrup festival • Grandma Sorenson returns to tell tales at Fuller Elementary • Voters to decide on 3 bond proposals at April 29 election �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 Page 2 Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all,without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: April 15 — Rodeo entries due at the Extension Office for Rothburry Rodeo. April 16 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. April 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Exten­ sion Office, Hastings. GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. 1. ~ l| hometown; LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be past nly what’s done for Christ will last. ! 11 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. 8S2-0882 Trowbridge Service - LAWN MOWER CENTER • 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 North Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852*2005 April 17 — Bam' County Fairboard Meeting, 9:30 p.m., Ex­ po Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. April 19 — 4-H Clowning Workshop, Hope Township Hall, 11 a.m. to 3 p.fti. jjNFx* .■mmC May 3-4 — 4-H Leisure Education Leadership Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. May 7 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m. Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 10 — Barry County Jr. Livestock Field Day, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 14 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., USDA Building, Hastings. May 15 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, April 19-20 — 4-H State Performing Arts Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. April 24 — Special Young Clover Training, 7 p.m., Learn ‘N’ Play Child Care Center, Hastings. April 24 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. April 28 — Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Hastings High School Ag Room. May 1 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, tion to be announced. May 21 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 2-4 — 4-H Challenge Leader Training Orientation, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. fice, Hastings. May 26 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, time and place to be announced. Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Loca­ Fruits Of The Spirit <2/t. Paul tells us in the Holy Bible that the Fruits of the Holy Spirit are love, joy, peace, pat­ ience, kindness, goodness, faith­ fulness, humili­ ty and self-con­ trol. Of these nine items that St. Paul men­ tions, he lists “love” as the first and it seems that the other eight qualities all tie into love. When Jesus was asked what the greatest commandment was, He said to love God with all your heart and then, to love your neighbor and yourself. Love brings joy, peace and patience, and they bring kindness, goodness, and faithfulness. When we realize how much God loves us, despite our weaknesses, we should become humble. Once we know Jesus Christ as our Savior, we truly become children of God; however, at times, we may not reflect the fruits of the Spirit as we should. We can all be encouraged by St. Paul’s words that he is always striv­ ing to hit the mark. We too, should try to hit the mark. I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling ofGod in Christ Jesus. KJV Philippians 3:14 Dick Tobias For a Fair Deal on a New or Used Car or Truck First Corinthians 15:33 TEAM DIXIE ■YAYrYAWAW.*/. Chevrolet . olds mo bile 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Charlotte Call Toll-Free 517-543-0200 1-800-752-7700 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 8S2-0S45 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. WOLEVER’S realtor' REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER RES 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637(517) 726-0637 LQCAL,CH0B^SGHfiDfitE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy; 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School..... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. Worship Senrice......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................. 7 pm REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship.......... 11 a.m. Church School.............. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..9:30 a.m Sunday School. ........ 10:00 Fellowship Tim .10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN ■ (’/> ml. East of M-66. 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service...................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.............................. 11 P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service............................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................... 9:45 Sunday School................... 11:15 . REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................ 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITEO METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Church Service.............. 11 a.m. . PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �q. The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 3 & Kivelas to celebrate 35 years together 52-0845] Mel and Pat Kivela of Skanee, Mi., and formerly of Vermontville, will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary with an open house on Sunday, April 20, 1997, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at the home of their daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Jerry Garlinger of 8618 Thornapple Lk. Rd., Nashville. The Kivelas were married on June 2, 1962 in the chapel of First Congregational Church of Charlotte. Mel and Pat are both retired from Maple Valley Schools, Mel after 30 years teaching and Pat after 33 years as secretary to superintendent of schools. They spend summers in Skanee and winters in Lakeland, Fla. Their children are Jerry and Charlotte (Foote) Garlinger of Nashville, Jack and Deb (Foote) Vineyard of North Manchester, Indiana and Ken Foote of Vermontville. They have six grandchildren. The couple requests no gifts, please. Phil and Laura Metzger and Dave and Kathy Mace of Nashville, are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their children Lisa Metzger and Matthew Mace. Lisa is a 1994 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently attending Western Michigan Universi­ ty. She will graduate in December 197 with a major in accountancy. Lisa is employed by Western Michigan University as a junior accountant. Matthew is a 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently attending Western Michigan Universi-ty. He will graduate in August 1998 with a major in com­ puter information systems. Matthew is self-employed as a computer consultant and web site developer. An Aug. 23, 1997 wedding is being planned. Cudney ■ Patrick Tamara Cudney of Owosso and Aaron Patrick of Ver­ montville are planning to be married on May 10. The bride-to-be is the daughter of Robert and June Cudney of Owosso. A graduate of Owosso High School, she attends Lansing Community College and is employed at Shiawassee Com­ munity Mental Health in Owosso. The future bridegroom is the son of Darwin and Christina Foster of Vermontville and Ed and Virginia Patrick of Grand Ledge. A graduate of Maple Valley High School and the Criminal Justice Academy at Lansing Community college, he is employed at the state of Michigan Correctional Facili­ ty in Wayne County. The ceremony uniting Mary Lou Katke and Brian Curtis Gillum in marriage will be performed on April 26, 1997. The future bride, of Big Rapids, is the daughter of Richard and Janet Katke of Mecosta. She is a graduate of Ferris State University. Her fiance, also of Big Rapids, is the son of Henry Jr. and Harriett Gillum of Nashville and Neal and San­ dra Wilkins of Freeport. He is a graduate of Central High School and Ferris State University. Weiler - Davis Mr. and Mrs. J. William Weller and Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Davis are pleased to announce the engagement of their children Yvette Kimber­ ly Weller and Brandon Lee Davis. Yvette is a graduate of Cen­ tral Michigan University and is currently working in Eaton Rapids. Brandon is studying music education at Central Michigan University. Their wedding is planned for this summer on June 14th. Diana’s Place The place to go forprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Come visit us during our M IJ5W " MM :rand s® openings CELEBRATION! southern Shoe & Boot co 1 .«» SlillS...... ss? mu OPEN SATURDAY, APRIL 19th • 10 AM ■ 6 PM Savings Storewide! 20% Off Everything—one week only* I 5*"' fl Cowboy Boots - Work Boots THAT MEANS: Only$392° *5120 Kids’ Boots Reg. $49.00. Reg. $39.00 $192° $51®« S Boys’ Hiker Boots Reg. $64.95. $19^9 $9596 Packers Reg. $119.95. 23" y $3036 Cowboy Hats I 0* fl Ml i f-L i - Reg.$24.00. Reg. $37.95 — These Prices Good thru April 25, 1997 — DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE Across from Hardware (517) 852-2540 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 4 Obituaries Richard C. Chaffee, Sr. NASHVILLE - Richard C. Chaffee, Sr., age 78, of Nash­ ville, passed away Saturday, April 5, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Chaffee was bom on January 22, 1919 at Hastings Township, Barry County, the son of Ira & Grace (Lewis) Chaffee. He was raised in the Hast­ ings Township area and attended The Quimby School. He served in the Army Infantry during WWH. Mr. Chaffee was married to June Searles on November 29, 1937. He was employed at the Barry County Road Commis­ sion for 33 years. He had previ­ ously worked in carpentry, farming and a machine opera­ tor for Hastings Manufacturing Company. Mr. Chaffee was an avid outdoorsman enjoying espe­ cially fishing, hunting and gardening. He was preceded in death by J Malcom /ZMlkeZ/ Symonds t his wife, June on Nov. 8,1993; his parents; three brothers, Edwin, Harold and Clarence Chaffee and one sister, Mary McClurkin. Mr. Chaffee is survived by four sons, Richard (Marilyn) Chaffee, Jr. of Nashville, Robert (Patsy) Chaffee of Bellevue, Ronald (Ione) Chaf­ fee of Freeport and Russell (June) Chaffee of Nashville; eleven grandchildren; several great grandchildren; one great grandchild; two sisters, Elea­ nor Merrick of Nashville and Ilah Norris of Delton and one brother, Keith Chaffee of Graveside services took * * ■ * ...celebrated his 90th birthday on April 14th, 1997. ♦ * place on Monday, April 7, 1997 at Hastings Township * To help him celebrate this special day, his family andfriends8atheredathishomein t ♦ Cemetery. Rev. Susan TrowbnMemoTiaiat?o * Nashville for a dinner party. May ♦ may be made to American hhe have many more! If you see ♦ fhim in ihis hisi yyard yard, i ard, wish him a ♦♦ + f i. .i i . ♦ bi.rt. hday!. ♦ * vg happy birthday! ♦ £♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦$ Lung Association, Barry ^unty ^odety or chanty or one s choice. Arrangements were made hy Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. * HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open dally. 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 — RESIDENTIAL — NEW LISTING — LAKE ODESSA - 3 bedroom, new siding & some new windows in 1996. Lakewood schools. Make an offer. (RE110JS) — FARMS — VICTORIAN HOME, Vermontville, with original woodwork, and floor plan. Brick exterior In excellent condition. 30 minutes to Lansing. Home Warranty. (RE109DB) BELLEVUE SCHOOLS - 3 bedroom home with newer carpet and vinyl. (FE108RF) THE REMODELING IS DONE. NASHVILLE - New roof, siding, drywall and carpet. Country kitchen with 3Vi-car garage in Nashville. 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Mr. Webb served in the United States Army in 1943. ■ He married Thelma Weyerman on February 3, 1945. His employment included Federal Mod. for 27 years; farming for Carl Grashuis for 10 years and Paul Endsley for 12 years, retiring in 1987. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Clinton and Clayton Webb. Mr. Webb is survived by his wife, Thelma; one son, Richard Webb of Roscommon; six grandchildren, H.W. Spid­ er Webb, Steven Webb, Patsy Webb, Roberta Janesse, Greg Janesse, and Michael Janesse; four sisters, Amber Wheelock of Grand Rapids, Opal Moser of Battle Creek, Ruby Bridges of Nashville and Garnet Nick­ elson of Hastings; one brother, Arthur Webb of Battle Creek; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held Thursday, April 10,1997 at Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings with Rev. Kenneth R. Vaught officiating. Burial was at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Thomapple Manor. Ralph Levi Hanchett-------------NASHVILLE - Ralph Levi Hanchett, age 87, of Nashville, passed away, Tuesday, April 8, 1997 at Thomapple Manor, Hastings. He was bora on April 11, 1909 in Ypsilanti, the son of Foster Levi and Mabel (Proc­ ter) Hanchett. Mr. Hanchett attended school in Plymouth and moved to the Battle Creek area after. He married Nina Coffman in Hastings on June 17, 1934. Mr. Hanchett farmed most of his life and raised cattle and milk cows. He also worked at Eaton Manufacturing and in later years worked at the Nash­ ville Gravel Company. He was a member of the Fann Bureau and the Grange. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and reading Zane Grey West­ ern novels. Mr. Hanchett was preceded in death by three brothers, Everett Hanchett, Clifford Hanchett and Harry Miller and one sister, Ilda Hanchett. He is survived by his wife, Nina; one daughter, Darlene Hughes of Nashville; two granddaughters, Kathi (Bob) Schroder of Bellevue and Kaye (Ed) Herrera of San Beraardio, California; two great grand­ sons, Wyatt and Tanner Schroder and one nephew, Ted Hanchett of New Mexico. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 11, 1997 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Rev. Don Roscoe officiated. Burial took place at Ellis Cemetery, Lacey. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society. long illness. He was bora September 10, 1972 in London, England, the son fo Steven & Jeanne Friddle. Mr. Friddle attended the Christian school at Nashville N azarene Church, the Maple Valley High School and graduated from high school in Spokane, Washington. He was a chess champion, enjoyed fishing, playing checkers, four wheeling and playing hide and go seek in the woods. Mr. Friddle is survived by his mother, Jeanne Flower of San Antonio, Texas; father, Jack S. Smith____ SUNFIELD - Jack S. Smith, 75, of Sunfield passed away Wednesday, April 9,1997 at a Lansing hospital. He was a former Lansing resident, graduate of MSU and was a Township Supervisor. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 52 years, Dorothy L. Smith; three children, Jacque­ line (Ken) Carr of Sunfield, Raymond Smith of Dallas, Texas and Phillip (Sheryl) Smith of Sunfield; six grand­ children, Kendra, Sara and Amanda Carr, Brandy, Jeffrey and Marlena Smith; one brother, Robert E. Smith and one sister, Mary Jane Huxtable. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 12, 1997 at the Sunfield United Methodis Church. Rev. Harris Hoekwater officiated. The pallbearers were Clay Martz, Kendall Wilcox, Jim Steward, Jack M. Smith, Pete Wilford and Robert Avery. Interment took place at the Sunfield Cemetery. For those wishing, contribu­ tions may be made to the Sunfield United Methodist Church or the Lakewood Chor­ al Society. Arangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Lucy E. Rise SUNFIELD - Lucy E. Rise, age 96, of Sunfield passed away Friday, April 11, 1997. She was born in Sunfield on January 2, 1901, the daughter of Jacob and Frances Hoover and was the oldest of seven children. Mrs. Rise was married to Ralph W. Rise in 1918 and raised three children, Neil W., Lillion Louise Estep and Zack W. Rise. She was a devoted Christian and a member of the Sunfield United Methodist Church. Mrs. Rise was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; two children, son, Neil and daughter, Louise; one brother and five sisters. She is survived by her sister, Virginia Roberts of Lake Odessa; one son, Zack; four grandsons, Jack Estep of Sara­ nac, Douglas Rise of Bay City, Micheal Rise of Sunfield and Brian Rise of Midland; four granddaughters, Janice (Rise) Bingaman of Syracuse, New York, Joanne (Rise) Hodges of Midland, Bonnie (Estep) Foltz of Sunfield and Carla (Estep) Smith of Nashville; seventeen great grandchildren and thirteen great great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday, April 14, 1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. The pallbearers were Douglas Rise, Michael Rise, Brian Rise, Gary Foltz, Greg Estep, Bill Cappon, Doug Foltz, Steve Foltz and Neil Estep. Graveside services were held on Monday, April 14, 1997 at the Dale Cemetery in Beaverton. For those wishing, contribu­ tions may be made to the Eaton County Hospice or the Sunfield United Methodist Church. * * ♦ If all men were just, there would be no need of valor. —Agesilaus TANNING *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package < < PARTY STORE NEAR HASTINGS COM­ MUNITY COLLEGE, with liquor license (CM602DB) INDUSTRIAL LOT - 2 acres in Charlotte (CM603DB) Steven Friddle of Spokane, Washington; one sister, Bever­ ly in San Antonio, Texas; two brothers, Daniel Hill in the British Army and Adam Friddle of San Antonio, Texas; one step brother, Patrick Flow­ er of San Antonio, Texas; grandparents, Paul and Jeanet­ te Friddle of Nashville and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services were held on Saturday, April 12, 1997 at the Wilcox Cemetery, Nashville. Rev. Lester DeGroot of Nashville Baptist Church officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Muscular Dystrophy Association.Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.tn.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:(X) p.m. W? care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? 1 Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997_Page 5 PEABODY, 2973379 continued from front page— promotion things along the ■ way," she said. "We had Aunt Jemima there herself flipping pancakes at one point." One of her favorite jobs, regardless of the work involved, was the children's parade and she still plays an active role in that part of festival weekend. 1980 brought another well deserved surprise, when she was named honored citizen and parade marshal. "She has sparked community improvement projects such as the Opera House historical marker, Community Christmas Tree and the library story hour. We salute her," wrote Vernon Trowbridge, president of the Maple Syrup Corporation. Trowbridge went on to say that year that she would be long remembered the originator of the children's parade and the arts and crafts addition to the Syrup Festival activities. "She has always been an avid promoter in one capacity or another in the 40 years since the very first festival began," he went on. "For that we salute her." This year will be another to add to the scrap book, marking 50 years for Hildred Peabody, and she said she doesn't intend to slow down any time soon. Her children Mildred’s always been very active in the Festival, and famous for making her maple syrup pie in this photo. Does anyone know who this might be? are all expected to be home for the event, and her son, Doug Kelsey, will also be part of the festivities, serving as emcee for the weekend. "It's the only way I can keep him out of trouble," she Said with a laugh. ■" tamtam k ta iwil Si Mipes-FisJff Oi|d -s MdiUtftta it ital!s,Jbiiii । iM talkltyw E^SiC^h'l Barry County COA sets lunch menu and coming events ■ fie Ss fit klil ±c Ea. - Muwik ia W!tteWeC»eja id ]0Qi gj gqknMfc m Cm9 ta** ■j, yflj yfljttili* Wednesday, April 16 Pork patty w/mushroom gravy, red potato, Oriental blend, bread, margarine, dessert. Thursday, April 17 iirOBl Ribbettes, O’Brien potatoes, coleslaw, com muf­ fin, margarine, cookie. hi «c £ Tb u u Friday, April 18 Chicken caccioatore over pasta, peas, carrots, bread, margarine, fruit cocktail. !■ d Monday, April 21 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, Italian green beans, bread, margarine, dessert.. Tuesday, April 22 Verlin E. Shaver and Virginia A. (Grant) Shaver of 3160 Mulliken Road, Charlotte, Mi. are recently celebrating their 50th anniversary. The Shavers were married March 21, 1947 in the bride's family home on Gresham Hwy. northwest of Charlotte. Then later purchased a parcel of land from the groom's family farm on the corner of Lamie Hwy. and Mulliken Road and have resided there for 32 years. Verlie and Virginia are both retirees from the Charlotte Public School System. The Shavers' children are: Greg and Vickie Shaver, Steve and Nancy Shaver, Dave and Shannah Shaver of Charlotte, Mi. and Denny and Kelly Shaver of Nashville, Mi. They have all together 13 grandchil­ dren. Verlie and Virginia will be celebrating their 50th anniversary with an open house held on Saturday, May 3rd from 2-6 p.m. at Chester Gospel Church located on Vermontville Hwy. just northwest of Charlotte. This milestone in Verlie and Virginia's life can not be celebrated properly without the fellowship of family members and close friends. Chicken Tahitian, red potato, peas, bread, margarine, cookie. Events Wednesday, April 16 — Hastings, craft day, Nashville 5; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, blood pressure day, 12-1 Kathy MMAP; Delton, master gardener. Thursday, April 17 — All sites closed. Volunteer lun­ cheon at Moose Hall 10:30. Friday, April 18 — Hastings, master gardener, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, April 21 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, craft day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, April 22 — all sites, puzzle day. 2-4 Kathy MMAP, Lincoln Meadows. image with affordable, high-quality business printing services The business printing experts are here to help you stay ahead of the competition. Our friendly, knowledgeable sales staff takes as much time as necessary to understand your business printing needs. Our representatives explain the procedures and materials required, and the time and costs involved in your printing job, so that you know exactly what to expect. 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Some activities that you may want to try include: • Forcing flowering bran­ ches. Cut branches from your favorite flowering ornamental trees and shrubs and force arts and crafts using dried seeds or plants. • Plant a bean tepee using long poles and pole beans. Form a tepee shape with five or six poles which are about six feet long. Plant pole beans mer gardening projects. This year consider involv­ ing the young people in your life in the preparations and them to bloom indoors. The Extension office has a bulletin “Forcing Flowering Bran­ ches” (bulletin E-1844) which planting. Gardening projects can promote math skills, encourage kids to plan ahead, be the springboard for cooking outlines the steps. — •Grow miniature vegetables. Plant some miniature varieties or harvest some standard vegetables at immature stages. Carrots, potatoes, snap beans, beets, summer squash and cherry at the base and watch them climb. • Build a sunflower house by planting tall sunflower seeds in the outline of a square, leaving a two-foot space unplanted as a “door.” April in mid-Michigan may mean days of sunshine and balmy temperatures or it may mean three inches of snow and baking activities and can stimulate interest in many areas of science such as hor­ ticulture, ecology and meteorology. Youth who work together with other young people on a horticulture activity learn cooperation and responsibility and develop leadership skills. Successful projects and ac­ tivities lead to improved con­ fidence and self-esteem. Ac­ tivities that do not end suc­ cessfully can still teach pa­ tience and help young people tomatoes are very popular miniature vegetables • Have a contest to see who can produce the earliest tomato or the oddest shaped potato. • Visit a green house, garden center, florist, misery or the MSU 4-H Children’s To really make it interesting plant morning glory seeds by the sunflower seeks and they will climb the sunflowers to decorate the house. Both the sunflower house and the bean tepee make wonderful outdoor play rooms for children. • Design a pizza garden. Have the kids plant all of their favorite ingredients for pizza such as tomatoes, peppers, onions, basil and oregano. These are just a few of the exciting gardening activities you can do with children. The Extension office has numerous bulletins available on gardening to help you and the 4-H staff has more ideas for gardening with children. Consider starting a 4-H gardening project with kids in your neighborhood, church or apartment complex. You don’t need much spare or a lot of time, and you don’t need to be a horticulture specialist. It’s a wonderful way to en­ joy the outdoors and see the wonderful world of plants through fresh, young eyes while giving kids experiences they will treasure for a lifetime. If you would like in­ formation about starting a 4-H Gardening project or if you would like to volunteer with an existing project, call a 4-H staff member at the Eaton County Extension office, (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Ruth (Byrans) Swanson Holder will celebrate her 90th birthday on April 16, 1997. Let’s have a card shower for her. Her address is Ruth Holder, 25060 Battle Creek Hwy., Bellevue, Mich. 49021, c/o Patricia’s Foster Care Home. Nashville Village President his the committee. •Maple Syrup Association recommendations to council Representative: Mike Kenyon' Gary White announced last week regarding standing •Office Staff Committee: committees for the 1997-1998 Carroll Wolff and Chris Pash. year. After discussion all were Wolff adopted. •Director of Public Works: committee. Scott Decker •Acting Chief of Police: Chairman Frank Dunham and Jim Falk •Council Gary White. •Transfer/Recyle President •Zoning Pro Dennis Mapes. Chairman, of Public Committee: Frank will chair •Library this Emergency Services Pro­ viders is observing Food Bank average of 15 meals each month of the year. One child Month. ESP Inc. provides emergen­ cy food to those in need. The number of individuals living below the poverty level in Eaton County has increased 21.5 percent from 1980 to 1990. While government pro­ grams help, most have trouble meeting the basic living ex­ in every 12 in Eaton County lives in the poverty level. ESP Inc. presented a resolution last month to the Eaton County Board of Com­ missioners to designate “April Is Eaton County Food Bank Month.” The resolution was passed by the Commissioners. The 16 food pantries of ESP Inc. provide emergency food but cannot keep up with the growing demand for food. According to Agnes Lautner, treasurer of ESP Inc., “The Emergency Services Pro­ viders receive a grant from the Greater Lansing Food Bank each year, which is used to purchase food at the American Red Cross Regional Food Distribution Center, but there remains a need , to con­ duct local food drives to assist in stocking the pantries.” The fastest growing seg­ ment of the population in need of emergency food assistance are working poor families with children. As high-paying manufacturing jobs are replaced with lower paying service jobs, many workers are forced to see assistance to penses. The result? Every poor and near-poor person liv­ ing in Michigan misses an supplement their income. Lautner stated, “there is a continuing need to promote awareness.” What can you do? When purchasing your groceries purchase an extra item or two that could be given to the local food bank and drop it in the food drive box at your local grocery store or church. If it would be easier to give a monetary donation, the money would be used to purchase food at well below wholesale prices. A contribution of just $39 provides a family of four Board: Chris Chairman, (ZBA) Pash, Mike Kenyon and Gary Pash will chair this Stall, Mark Rigelman, Ben Page and Larry Romanek. committee Committee: •Finance Carroll •Planning Wolff, Chairman, and Mark Recreation Commission: Nelson Brumm, Gerald Rigelman, Shoup, Warren Travoli, Committee: Mike Kenyon and Melissa Steve May. Kenyon will chair Callton and Ben Page. Lingoes, down on buckling up! Mike Plant early, prepare to wait for rhubarb, asparagus mixture. Water well after planting and as needed during dry weather. As the shoots come up in the spring, fill in the trench with more of the soil, taking care not to cover the young growing tips. By summer, the trench should be completely filled. Plant rhubarb crowns three feet apart. The planting holes should be as deep as needed so that the buds at the top of the crown will be covered with about one inch of loose soil. Hurry up, then wait — that’s the plan for establishing and harvesting rhubarb and asparagus in the vegetable garden. Plant these perennial crops as soon as you can work the soil in the spring, advises Patricia Tirrell, Eaton County MSU Extension Hor­ ticulturist. Then be patient — it will be two to three years before you can harvest a full crop from these plants. They’ll need care in .the meantime, of course — weeding and watering during dry weather and fertilizing. So they won’t be in the way of spring or fall garden tilling, Water well after planting. Space rows of rhubarb and asparagus five feet apart. Fertilize asparagus and rhubarb in the spring before growth begins and asparagus again in July. Harvest lightly the next year if plants seem to be growing vigorously, removing a few stalks from each rhubarb plant and asparagus spears that ap­ plant them to one side of the garden or in another spot in the landscape, she suggests. Be sure to choose a site with well drained soil and plenty of sunlight. To prepare the site for rhubarb and asparagus, eliminate quackgrass and other perennials with Roun­ dup, then work the soil to depth of 12 inches. Asparagus and rhubarb can be planted from seed, but they are usually planted as oneyear-old crowns. Growing from seed is less reliable and extends the time to the first harvest, Tirrell says. Tq plant asparagus, dig a trench one foot wide and one foot deep and space crowns 12 to 18 inches apart in the bot­ tom. Work generous amounts of organic matter into the soil removed from the trench, and cover the crowns in the trench with two inches of the soil pear during the first five weeks of growth in the spring. In the third year, you can take up to one-third of the rhubarb stalks and all the young asparagus spears until early July. Where plants are not growing vigorously — in poor soils or in beds where com­ petition from weeds is heavy — it may take another year or two before you can harvest a full crop. Remove flower stalks in early summer, suggests Tir­ rell, to divert energy into crowns instead of seeds and strengthen your rhubarb bed for the following year. "Wedding Announcements buckling Larry Decker, Frank Dunham, Sally with a six-day food supply. Monetary donations can be sent to Emergency Services Providers, Inc. 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State in Nashville (517)852-0882 VISA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 8 Maplewood kids again to raffle quilt during Syrup Festival by Cindy J. Smith student participated, by first Staff Writer Those Maplewood students drawing and then painting a are al it again, creating a one of a kind quilt to be raffled off displayed in the hallway at MapleWood. A panel ofjudges during Syrup Festival events then selected some of the in just two weeks. Some may remember last squares for a real quilt, which year's quill, an idea inspired Festival. The project gained so much by teacher Sheryl McLean, which was initialed to cele­ paper quilt square, which was was then raffled off at Syrup attention that it has become brate Earth Week. Each child's classroom had a an annual event. This year, particular theme having to do ated. This quilt will not revolve with Earth Week and every another original has been cre­ All of these Maplewood students have helped to personalize this years quilt which will be raffled off during Syrup Festival activities. around Earth Week as did last squares were chosen for this from any fifth- or sixth-grader year's, rather it will depict an­ year's "quilt creation." Once at Maplewood and are just $1 other original idea, a theme announced, spent each. For chose who wish to for reading month, known as many hours in McLean's classroom during recess time increase their odds, six tickets can be purchased for $5. There at and after school transferring their art work onto cloth. is no limit on the number of tickets any one individual can Maplewood to celebrate read­ ing month, all revolving Each square brightly painted was then almost complete. buy. 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Main St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-205 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 9 rtsTea«tW^ 5b to i®'1 la fchas®" tJIBM.'1*4 '.gri s>J �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 10 Vern’s Repair has new display designed by Stihl by Kathryn Seelye Staff Writer Vern’s Repair in Woodland to one-third the size previ­ without until the next trip, a safety visor set. The head­ ously required. forgotten item. Stihl designed phones greatly reduce the im­ of loud like “This is much handier for the system after studying con­ pact Makley. sumer purchasing patterns and mowers, while the mesh visor noises, recently received new display shelving and a stock area de­ customers,” “When a customer comes in, hopes displaying everything protects the eyes and face from signed by Stihl. Rick Makley of Hastings, they can see everything I have together will greatly benefit flying objects jettisoned from available. I know how much I the smaller retailers. who took over the business hate going someplace to get said mowers, trimmers and similar Makley said though Vern’s equipment. The mesh visor his father, Vern, began 27 something getting Repair does all kinds of repair also can be raised over the years ago, said, “We have a limited space to use for dis­ halfway, or closer to, home on Stihl equipment, it is a re­ and remembering there was head to allow the wearer to take a drink or eat without plays. This new system by one more thing I needed.” tail outlet for Stihl products, equipment and accessories. Stihl is great. The new system has every­ thing displayed in like groups. and having to remove the head­ available equipment and acces­ sories to be shown in a much tant thing we offer here,” said phones. “When There sharpening Makley, “is a complete line of something sharp or hard im­ smaller space.” Stihl designed the new sys­ tem to help smaller distribu­ tools right next to saw parts, accessories and equipment, if a customer goes in for oil for safety equipment.” For example, one piece of value of safety gear becomes safety gear Vern’s offers are tors compete with larger ones. Old display methods often had their chain saw, everything gripper gloves that require they might also need is right wearers to consciously release small businesses at a disad­ there next to it. Stihl and Makley hope this their grip vantage in that they could only display products accord­ type of display will save their something ing to season. With the new customers system, everything can be displayed in an area one-half headache of having to turn slipping from their grasp. Another interesting piece of around and go back, or go safety gear is a headphone and It allows all are saw time and the. “Probably the most impor­ on a piece a think about paling your face or eyes, the very apparent.” Along with safety gear, Vern’s offers customers every­ thing from chain saw oil to risk leaf blowers, lawn trimmers trimmer and even cement cutters. Vern’s Repair is located on equipment rather than like of you the west side of Coville Road, about an eighth of a mile south of Coats Grove Road. SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD APRIL 29,1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, will be held in the school district, on Tuesday, April 29,1997. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL BE OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. The following propositions will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond election: I. BONDING PROPOSAL SCHOOL BUILDING ADDITIONS Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Seven Million Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($7,220,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping high school additions to and partially remodeling, furnishing and re-equipping the middle/high school and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) BONDING PROPOSAL BUS MAINTENANCE FACILITY Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of - not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: II- erecting, furnishing and equipping developing and improving the site? a new bus maintenance facility; and (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) HI- BONDING PROPOSAL FOOTBALL FIELD FACILITY RELOCATION Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: constructing, furnishing and equipping improvements to and relocating the football field facilities to the high school site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION, WILL BE GENERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester, Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education Latest contributors named to scholarship foundation Benefactor status was reached ($1,000 cumulative) by the William and Jarene Fox family and their names are to be added to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation (M.V.M.S.F.) Benefactor Plaque in the entry way of Maple Valley High School. The plate for the 1996 Funder Plaque also will be in­ stalled soon. Recent additions to those previously listed for the 1996 Funder listing are Helen Steward Memorial, William and Jarene Fox Family, Wiliam E. Walter, Theorore and Pamela Fox, Hastings Ci­ ty Bank. The names for the 1997 Funder ($100/calendar year) to date are Gordon Gardner Memorial, Chris Fox and Helen Steward Memorial. Additional donations to those 'previously listed in Honor of William and Jarene Fox family are from Thomas and Lizabeth Brott, Theodore and Pamela Fox, Mary (Fox) Greenwood and family and Chris Fox. Helen Barlow Memorials were received from Little’s Country Store, Ceylon and Nadine Garlinger, Jeff and Laurie Little, Nelda A. Newton, Nelda Anne Blan­ chard, William and Karen Glenn and Elmer and Junia Jarvie. Additional donations in memory of Steve Ramsey were from William E. Walter, Thomas and Marvene Buuck, and American Legion Post No. 222. Gordon Gardner memorials were from Roger and Diane Gardner, Marshall and Bar­ bara Greenleaf, Vernon and Eloise Wheeler, Christine Vandersluis, Marjorie and Kenneth Walter, Gaylord and Bemita Gardner, Thomas and Kathy Pierce, and Mr. and Mrs. Steve Hamilton. Additional memorials for Helen Steward were from: Donald and Janet Stroup, Richard and Carol Noid, John and Roxanne Gaedert, Lowell and Octavia Steward, Dorothy and Larry Steward, Ann and Cleland Cook, Helen M. Casey, Roger and Betty Farkas, Richard and Dorothy Roth, Charles and Tammy Pennington, Sarah and Herbert Ames, Donald and Olive Collier, Douglas and Joanne Steward, Jessie and Phyllis Porter, David and Janice Fisher, Carrol and Bar­ bara Benedict, Patrick and Anita Hayes, Jack and Lucy Baker, Curt and Ruth Benedict, Brad and Dawn Benedict, Jan and Debbi Benedict, and Jim and Gwen Wright. Marie Fisher donated in memory of Inez Hickey and Gayion Fisher; Jim and Gwen Wright in memory of Joe Jarrard and Helen Steward; Mary Weiss (V ’42) in memory of Lucille Love (V ’44); Maple Valley Education ★ ★ ATTENTION ★ ★ Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years of Experience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointment for a check on your equipment so you’re ready for Spring. Association in memory of Ardice Underhill, Janice and Douglas Lowe in memory of Margaretta Lovell, Maple Valley Class of 1985 in memory of Pat Resseguie; Mary Jean Hadden in memory of Robert H. Hadden, Elmer and Junia Jarvie family in memory of Roger Hosey; and Jim and Gwen Wright in memory of Joe Jarrard. Donations to the MVMSF also were received from Hastings City Bank and from Douglas Daudee. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation is a non-profit charitable foundation. For more information or to make donations, contact: MVMSF, Box 715, Nashville, Michigan 49073. EWING WELL drilling; INC. . OFFERING COMPLETE 'WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm V/e stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DOOUROWN WOR. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 11 Grandman’ Sorenson’ returns to tell tales at Fuller St. A special storytelling duo visited Fuller Elementary in Nashville a year ago, and chil­ dren enjoyed the activity so much that the Maple Valley their imaginations to work with long-time favorites. Their visit to Fuller Elementary just two weeks PTO recently invited the pair ago kept children watching intently, as they learned about to come back. the "Wizard of Wallaby," who Kay Sorenson, known to Sorenson told of a contest be­ tween chickens for the "most perfect egg," which netted an egg larger than any other, one that was square and even one with the colors of a rainbow. Perhaps the best story of mixed magic potions which could transform one into anything they wanted time favorite, rytelling techniques. There are And since, "story time" was so close to Easter, a unique naughty little guy who kept everyone up at night, his no books and very few props. The two help children put story about the perfect egg put children in stitches. Grandma story one that required the most as "Grandma," and her assistant, Vicky Horton, are somewhat unique in their sto- the day, however, was an old­ the story of "Mortimer." Mortimer was a "help" of an audience. Every child in the gym helped to tell Mortimer's story by clapping, stomping and rocking the baby with Grandma Sorenson. The story time concluded Reading Month activities at Fuller, and lasted just an hour. Her stories however, are the type that will be remembered for many years to come. Children were all invited to participate in story telling. These little girls were helping with an old favorite, the story of Mortimer. contact the Sorenseon can Loans For Homeowners Lansing Public Library where she is a "regular." call for same-day approval. j-JZ Those interested in hearing more from CommonPoint Mortgage Grandma CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 American Cancer MAPLE VALLEY Society golf outing set June 17 PTO sponsored a special treat for Fuller Elementary students last week. Grandma Story tellers Grandma Sorenson and her assistant Vicky Horton were there for an afternoon of fun. OPEN HOUSE for Loyd Steward & Claude Van Blarcom 80th BIRTHDAY • on April 20, 1997 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Bismark Community House GOLF COURSE Leagues Now Forming Mens, Womens, Couples, Scramble and Senior. Ends April 23 forforming Call Club for details (517) 852-0760 955 N. Main (M-66), Nashville Get ready to tee-off into another great summer of golf with the American Cancer Society. The Eaton County Unit is proud to present the annual tournament for men’s, women’s and mixed four­ somes on June 17, at Sun­ field’s Centennial Acres Golf Course. The shotgun will signal the start of the scramble-style tournament at 8:30 a.m. after players have registered and enjoyed a continental breakfast in the clubhouse. Play is ranked by division, and division is determined by the lowest handicap on the team. Opportunities to win cash and prizes will be offered through a variety of hole events, such as longest putt, longest drive, closest to the pin, money par 3, and a 50/50 skins game. Following the tournament, players will enjoy a luncheon sponsored by the Subway Sandwich Shop in Grand Ledge and reception in the clubhouse at Centennial Acres. The winning teams in each of the three men’s and women’s divisions may ad­ vance to the state finals, to be played in September at Boyne Highlands. Those victors will then advance to the national tournament at the Doral Country Club in Florida. For $340, corporate four­ somes play 18 holes of golf, use two electric carts, receive breakfast and lunch, and receive their company name prominently displayed on a tee sign. An individual foursome, for $240, includes all of the above with the exception of the tee sponsorship. If you’d like, to spend a lovely day on the golf course and help raise money for cancer local programs such as Reach to Recovery, Road to Recovery and CanSurmount, as well as for cancer research, call the Eaton County Unit of the American Cancer Society at 543-5200 or 351-0430 to /VT Real Estate 'A.\\ & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone Broker, (517) 852-1915 Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institufe) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS' • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available •••••■»• Joan * Homer Winegar Nyle Wells............................ Eves. 726-0223 ............. 726-1234 JUST LISTED: ON 2.9 ACRES - 6 room; 2 bedroom, 1 story bungalow. New kitchen cabinets & floor covering, nice creek crosses the property. Located on good road, Maple Valley schools. Call soon to see!! (CH-62) NASHVILLE - 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, complete with master suite. Nice yard & 1-car gar­ age. Priced right for starter or retirement home. Call Nyle. (N-60) VERMONTVILLE • ON 10 ACRES - 4 IN NASHVILLE • NEW LISTING - Priced at $51,9001! Nice & neat, 1 'A story "starter home." Three bedrooms. Call Nyle to see!’! (N-61) bedroom, brick home on 10 acres in the village. "Handy­ man Special" (house needs work). Two-car garage, 2 years old. Trees on property and pasture land. Call Homer for more details. (V-54) NASHVILLE - 4 bedroom, 2 bath. This home has been com­ pletely remodeled with great room 8 open stairway. A must see. Call Nyle for an appoint­ ment. (N-51) NOW $59,900!! NASHVILLE - Recently remod­ eled, 5 room, 3 bedroom ranch home, tastefully decor­ ated. Includes range/oven & disposal. Single car garage. Must be seen to appreciate! 1 Call Homer for more "infor­ mation." (N-48) VACANT LOTS &LAND NEW LISTING: BUILDING SITE (17 ACRES) WITH 26x30 BUILDING - NASHVILLE-3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) VERMONTVILLE - RANCH - Possession at dose. On large lot with nice shade trees, garden spot, home has garage 8 breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) ENJOY THIS completely remodeled, 3 bed­ room home. Original wood­ work, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) NASHVILLE - 2-story home on large comer lot, 3 bedrooms, enclosed front porch & firstfloor laundry. Call for more "details" and appointment to see. Call Homer. (N-57) WE NEED LISTINGS!! “SPRINGTIME BUYERS” ARE LOOKING NOW! register. MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS 2'A acre pond, rolling, sandy, w/trees, stream crosses property. Call now!! (VL-63) NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 1.2 EACH Priced from $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Parcels will be surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-46) ACRES LAND CONTRACT TERMS YOUR CHOICE OF THREE ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 acres.................. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres................. $9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE OF (3) APPROX. 12 ACRES EACH PARCELS FOR *** H you are thinking of “making a change,” give us a call. Whether you are $18,900! or (4) 2 acre parcels More men become good through practice than by nature. —Democritus of Abdera contemplating a smaller home or a larger home, getting the family into the for $11,900 each!! Rolling & "tree • lined" with "walk-out" building sites. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. “country” or need to move into town — please let us help you "make your move!” Give us a call If you are thinking of... SELLING” or “BUYING”!! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 12 New book titles now available at Vermontville Township Library Adult Cold Case by Linda Barnes, At Home in Mitford by Jan Karon, Dark Road to Daylight by Gary E. Parker, Desperado by Sandra Hill, Hawk’s Pride in Nora Hess, Indiana Jones and the Hollow Earth by R.L. Stine, Invasion by Robin Cook, Lover by Pentacost Delinsky, Sanctuary by Nora Alley by Anne Perry, Shadow Warriors by Cameron Judd, Shadowcatcher by Michah Roberts, Chromosome 6 by Robin Cook, Joy School by Elizabeth Berg, Remote Con- Hackler, Son of the Morning by Linda Howard, Vegas Rich by Fem Michaels, Wild Baron by Catherine Coulter, Wild Hunt by Jane Yolen, A Woman’s Place by Barbara trol by Stephen White, McNally’s Gamble by Lawrence Sanders, Acts of Love by Judith Michael, The Man Who Loved God by William Kienzle, Small Vices by Robert Parker, En­ dangered Species by Nevada Barr and The Ranch by Nicole Jordan, Eaton County seeking 4-H DaVneierylle SStpeeecl.ial Challenge volunteers Eaton County is looking for adults who enjoy the out­ doors, have an interest in working with youth as volunteers and who want to enhance their outdoor activity skills with 4-H Challenge. Using the biggest classroom available, the great outdoors, 4-H Challenge certifies adults to work as a 4-H Challenge volunteer with young people. This training helps adults develop or improve their out­ door skills, prepares them to work with youth in the out­ doors and enhance youths’ life skills and outdoor appreciation. 4-H Challenge volunteer training is available either through the Weekend Series or through the In-depty Series. Each begins with an Orientation Agents by James Moore, Informed Deci­ sions: The Complete Book of Weekend, May 2-4, at the Kettunen Center Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery by Gerald Patrick Murphy, Deadly Feasts: Tracking the Secrets of a Terrifying New Plague by Richard Rhodes, Consumers Guide Used Car Book and If It’s Going to Be, It’s Up to Me: Eight Proven Principles of Possibility Thinking. near Cadillac. Participants are required to complete one or more additional training ses­ sions to become a certified 4-H Challenge volunteer. The registration fee for each 4-H Challenge Leader Train­ ing Series is $225. The ap­ plication form and $100 is due by Friday, April 25. An ap­ plication form and brochure available from Eaton are County’s Michigan State University Extension office att Junior The Song of the Zubblewump by Tish Rabe, Calling All Planets by Sarah Vemey, All Night by R.L. Stine, (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594 or by calling Dee State 4-H Williams, Challenge Coordinator, Wex-- Chicken Chicken by R.L. Stine, Claudia Queen of the 7th Grade by Ann M. Martin, Color Me Criminal by Ellen ford County, Michigan State University office at (616) 779-9480. Weiss, Cover Girls by Francine Pascal, Elizabeths Heart­ break by Francine Pascal, Garfield Hams It Up by Jim Davis, Little Critter’s The Picnic by Mercer Mayer, Look For Me by Moonlight by Mary Hahn, Mummy’s Footsteps by Cheryl Zach, Phantom of the Roxy by Cheryl Zachs, Poison by Diane Hoh, 2095 by Jon Scieszka, A Girl Named Disaster by Nancy Farmer (1997 Caldecott Award Win­ ner); Hoot by Jane Hissey; and Alamo! by George Sullivan. NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be having a SPRING CLEAN-UP on Monday, April 14,1997 and Monday, April 21, 1997. The village will pick up brush and leaves only. Nashville Village Council Poster winners announced Winners of the Fuller Street Poster Contest have been announced! Entries from each grade have been chosen as either first, second or third place winners, (back from left) Tyler Corwin, Stephanie Rugg, Andrea Jarvie, Matt Hamilton, (front row) Christain Main, Amanda Feighner, Darcy Meade and Sarah VanderHoef. (In photo above) Kelsey West, Meagan VanEngen and Chelsea Spencer. Congratulations Kids!!! Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND REPAIRS. Reasonably priced, 517-726-1347. TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDINANCE #4-10-97 There shall be no parking at any time within the east right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north side of the Thornapple River. There shall be parking north of the Thornapple River north to the Village limits, where marked for parking on the roadway. There shall be no parking at any time within the west right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thornapple River and from 100 feet south of the Thornapple river north to the north Village limit. This order becomes effective when signs giving notice of same have been erected. Moved by Pash, supported by Dunham that this Traffic Control Ordinance be adopted as read. Dated: 4-10-97 Ayes: Pash, White, Mapes, May, Kenyon, Wolff, Dunham Nays: None Absent: None 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. Like Monarch. $250. Call 616-945-9340, after 6:00pm. _ BEAUTIFUL COUCH AND CHAIR. 3 tone color “Brand New”, cost $900 must sell! $300. 1-517-676-6414________ Jim Folk Traffic Engineer Acting Chief of Police Cathy Lentz Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk, do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the Nashville Council, on, April 12, 1997. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings. PILLOW TOP DELUXE QUEEN SIZE mattress set “Brand New” never used! Still in plastic. Cost $800 sell for $250. 1-517-699-2251 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Dfilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748’ �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 13 School bond issue is really an opportunity From Our Readers To the editor: Was it right to humiliate local bus driver? To the editor: I’m writing this in response to the article in the Maple Valley News April 1 about the termination of the bus driver Sharon Robins. I’m not about to say that she was right because she was definitely putting the children’s lives in danger. What I am upset about is the fact that it had to be put in the front page headlines. I don’t feel that she deserved that Story on bus driver was ‘defacement’ of character To the editor: It was in very poor judg­ ment that the Maple Valley News published the article headlined “Numerous com­ plaints lead to local bus driver’s termination’’ on the front page of the April 1 issue. Not only did the article belong nowhere near the front, it was a complete defacement of the character of Sharon Robins. To publish a front page story about the dismissal of a bus driver and then go into such unnecessary detail was an unforgivable error. Sharon Robins may be in­ capable of operating a bus, but in no way should that subject her to the public humilation of being front page news. How can you expect the woman to ever find local employment again after such an article has been printed? Ms. Robins is one of the most warm-natured, kindhearted women to ever reside in Nashville, and for her private life to be put on display for all to view is an in­ sult of the highest degree. Ms. Robins will be permanently shamed because of the inex­ cusable actions of the Maple Valley News. A public apology is most definitely in order; Brandon Phenix Nashville School bond issue will give us a heavy debt To the editor: The Maple Valley School Board is trying to put the tax­ payers deeply in debt again. #1. If we need more classrooms, by eliminating the cost of portables we could add them as needed and as we can afford them. Whatever hap­ pened to old-fashioned values such as pay as you go? #2. If we need a bigger bus garage, we could expand the present garage to the west for Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 a lot less than a quarter of a million dollars. #3. Maple Valley already has the best football field in the league, fixing the bleachers or replacing would be much cheaper than moving the field. This is like selling your car because the ash tray is full. In the flyer sent by the school it clearly states that this money cannot be used for maintaince or staffing. Where will this money come from? Another millage vote? If this passes the heavy debt will be with us for 29 years, driving up the cost of housing for owners and renters alike. Vote No. Dave Murphy Nashville kind of attention. She had her punishment by being ter­ minated from her job, so why did she have to be plastered on the front page? In that same issue there were at least two other articles that should have made front page news over Sharon Robins. One was the arson Feb. 11 at the home of Frank Purchis. There is a $5,000 reward for information leading to a conviction. That article made page 9. Also on page 3 there was a small arti­ cle about the Cappon’s armed robbery. Both of those were more of a front page article than the one about Sharon Robins. She has a family and I’m sure that they are all victims also. What about their feel­ ings? They are innocent in all of this. What about other things that we know happen but we can’t find a thing about them in the paper? Here awhile back there was a bus driver who was also terminated because he was molesting the children. I won’t mention any names because there is also an inno­ cent family involved. There is no sense in hurting them more. But the point is, his story never appeared on the front page. Again, I’m not saying that Sharon was in the right, I’m just saying that she did not deserve to be splashed all over the front page. Wrong is wrong, and what she did was wrong, but was it right to ex­ pose her and her family to so much humilitation? Merle Sears 517-726-0523 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontvilfe Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a*m. to 5 p.m.« Monday thru Friday has been done since these schools came into sendee many years ago, so this pro­ ject is certainly needed. My personal feeling is that at our high school is where we can do the greatest good with a reasonable investment. We call it our junior-senior high school but what we’re really offering is a grades 7-12 high school due to severe space limitations. This is not a criticism of our staff, but simply an acknowledgement of the facts. According to the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s Middle Start Initiative, early adolescence is a time of heightened risk and oppor­ tunity. When we add the six new classrooms, updated science labs and a small gym­ nasium, our administration will be able to offer a true junior high program, which will enable our children to become more committed and creative students dumg this critical stage of their lives. John Krolik, President Maple Valley Board of Education School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 16 Chicken sandwich or pizza, mashed potatoes w/gravy, diced peaches, apple brownie, milk. Thursday, April 17 Taco or salad bar, cor­ nbread, green beans, pear halves, trail mix, milk. Friday, April 18 Good Time pizza, whole kernel corn, orange wedges, cookie, milk. Monday, April 21 Turkey sub or pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, apple crisp, milk. Tuesday, April 22 Chicken nuggets or salad bar, roll and butter, carrot sticks, apple, milk. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 16 Chicken sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, diced peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, April 17 Taco, combread, green beans, pear halves, trail mix, 1/2 pint milk. Friday, April 18 Pizza, whole kernel com, orange wedges, cookie, 1/2 pint milk. Monday, April 21 Ham and cheese sub, whole kernel com, peaches, apple crisp, 1/2 pint milk. Tuesday, April 22 Chicken nuggets, roll and butter, carrot sticks, apple, 1/2 pint milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Wednesday, April 16 Chicken patty, bun, baked potato, garden salad, pineapple. Thursday, April 17 Beef Stroganoff, broccoli/calif., peaches, muffin, salad bar. K-pizza. Friday, April 18 Tacos, lettuce, cheese, Tex Mex rice, cherry crisp, bread, margarine. Monday, April 21 Hamburger, bun, cheeseburger, bun, potato wedges, cherry crisp. Tuesday, April 22 Mac/cheese, mixed veg., mixed fruit, roll, margarine. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Popular Lawn & Garden Battery For Sale SEALY PREMIUM BRASS BED. (Firm) beautiful head­ board, hi gloss with frame, (king size) 2 months old. Cost $1,300 new. Sacrifice $325 B/O. 1-517-676-6414 Jobs Wanted WILL BABYSIT IN home. 5517-726-1305 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION It has been a pleasure serv­ ing the community and our children on the Maple Valley Board of Education these last few years. Our community is a wonderful place to raise a family and that is why on April 29 we are being given the opportunity to improve their futures. At both Fuller and Maplewood elementaries, we plan to eliminate the por­ tables, build multi-purpose rooms and re-build the park­ ing and playgrounds. 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Kenneth Hayes, Nathan Heinze, Michael Hill, Michael Himeiss, Jason Hoff­ man, Raymond Hole, ♦Rebec­ ca Holland, Brandon Holton, Brandon Hopkins, *Christine Jackson. ♦Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie, ’Nicholas Jones, An­ drew Krolik, ’Daniel Mace, Kari Matson, Megan Mc­ Cauley, Derek Musser, Bran­ dy Ojala, Tommy Patrick, Devin Phenix, Melinda Powers, Bruce Rasmussen, Russell Rhodes. ♦Jessica Ripley, Kevin Ripley, David Rumsey, Aaron Scott, Becky Scripter, Jason Silsbee, Kristi Slawin­ ski, Justin Smith, Diana Speck, Patrick Stephens, Michael Strong, ’Lizzie Sundrla, ’Bethany Swift, John Terberg, ’Darin Thrun, Christy Todd, Alesia VanEngen, Eric Vedder. Casey Watling, Jennifer Whitmore, ’Camille Wieland, Amber Wright, Laura Wyman. 8th Grade Jason Abfalter, Abby Aspinall, Mark Ayles, ’Brian Burt, ’Jason Carrigan, Amber Caudill, Christy Cook, ’Dacia Davis, Andy Ewing, Eric Goris, Sara Gretzner, Michael Hamilton, Jessica Heney, Karla Hughes. Jeffery Jones, Matthew Keeler, Travis Kersjes, Timothy Kienuteske, ’Jen­ nifer Mansfield, Holly Mc­ Callum, Gwen McDougal, Levi McIntire, Kenny Mit­ chell, Nicole Myers, Amber Newton, Torri Newton, Jessica Patrick, Jeff Rhoades. ’Amanda Robins, Jenny Rugg, Tim Rumsey, Dana Seitier, Stacy Shepperly, Chad Spears, Carly Spitzley, Trent Swift, Matthew Thome, Casey VanEngen, Adam Wat­ son, ’Timothy Wawiemia, ♦Philicia West, Jennie Wyant, Jamie Wyble, Lacy Wyble. 9th Grade Scott Ashley, Emily Aspinall, Jeffrey Aspinall, John Aspinall, Carrie Balko, Shilo Beals, Julie Behmdt, ♦Eren Berry, Joseph Bowers, Cyrus Brandenburg, ’Amanda Briggs, Heather Brisco, ’ Ann Joseph Butcher, Carney, Patrick Chaffee. Joshua Curtis, Angela Decker, ’Julie Draper, ’Jessica Dunham, Joe Elliston, Ryan Emerick, Matt Emery, Brandon Garvey, Callum, Michael Meade, Tina Miller, Cassady Murphy, ♦Josh Oleson, Amy Penn­ ington, ’Lindsay Pettengill, Tanya Powers, ’Jessica Primm, Jeremy Rasey, Sarah Rathbun, Kurt Rhodes. Kristina Richter, Jeff Robotham, Kyle Rose, Kristina Sealy, Justin Seitier, ’Kristin Setchfield, ’Stephen Shipman, ’Alexis Smith, ’Joshua Smith, ’Leah Smith, Richard Smith, Tiffany Sparks, Nathan Swift. Jacob Taggart, Hayley Todd, Justin VanAlstine, Chad VanEngen, Selena Ann Vaughan, Lateshia Ward, Chad Wetzel, ’Rebecca Wilson. 10th Grade Andrew Adams, William Allen, William Arnett, Kevin Aspinall, Sarah Behmdt, Jud­ son Burpee, Rose Butcher, Seleena Carpenter, ’Ben- jamin Carrigan, Becki Conroy, Cory Currier, Cristina Desrochers, Troy Duffey, Chris Dunham. Heidi Eberly, Christopher Ewing, Kristin Fajnor, Steven Frith, Stacie Goris, Trent Graham, Leslie Grant, Jennifer Halliwill, Jonessa Ham- Jessica Gearin, B.J. Griffin, monds, ’Carrie Hardin, Keith Lauren Hansbarger, ’Craig Hughes, Macheal Hyatt, Sarah Irish, Zachary Jarvie, ’Erica Harvey, ’Michelle Jewell, Brooke Joppie, Kyle Kines, ’Kimber­ ly Knoll, Andrea Kreps. ’KenLackscheide, Brett Lancaster, Chris Lentz, Brett Leonard, Jessica Lesage, Matt Lingholm, April Me- VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $ 15.00 201 North Main Street — Nashville Krolik. Faith Livingston, ’Andrea Mace, Melissa Mansfield, ’Craig Ryan Matson, McDougal, ’April Musser, Jack Owens, Andrew Patrick, Melissa Patterson, ’Brandon Phenix, Bethany Poyer, Kara Rathbum, Melanie Shance, Amber Shilling, John Slawinksi. ’Trish Sloan, Joseph Stadel, Sara Thompson, Aaron Treloar, Tyson Vorce, Jason Whitmore, Michael Williams, Nicole Wilson, Loren Wright, Jessica Wymer. 11th Grade Terrance Augustine, Nicholas Blakely, Erin Booher, Jed Brisco,' Jeffrey Brzycki, ’Jeremy Campbell, Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU 'pettastee pvt Ou&t, fO 'fyeevtd ’Holly Carrigan, Hillary Cates, Emily Cemey, Bryan Faurot, Amanda Finkler, Jen­ nifer Forquer, Ricky fowler, Kristen Frith, Jessica Gilmore, Emilie Gould. Joheather Grant, Jason Gras man, Holly Green, Maria Green, Aimee Gretzner, ’Brianne Haley, Casey Hansbarger, Christopher Hartwell, Trenton Harvey, Andrea Hass, ’Lezlie Hay, Andrew Heyboer, Jason Joppie, Melissa Kirwin. Kirsten Klinkhammer, ’Dustin London, ’Travis McIntire, Tina Nelson, Andy Oleson, Cody Page, Jessica Pennington, ’Kim Pettengill, Mandy Pierce, Tia Poll, Malinda Powers, Jamie Rasey, ’Katrina Rasey, ’Melissa Scripter. Tomi Sealy, Bethany Sleeper, ’Jessica Smith, ’Elizabeth Stanton, Dawn Stine, ’Lorna Symonds, David Taylor, Travis VanAlstine, Dawn VanderVlucht, ’Danielle Watson, Travor Wawiemia. 12th Grade ♦Evelyn Ackley, Tony Appelman, Mandy Ashley, Corie Augustine, Beth Balcom, Stacey Balko, Mandy Beemer, Jonathon Bowers, Brent Braden, ’Aaron Brandenburg, Guilherme Campos, Corey Clouse, Kevin Conkey, Lisa Crutcher, Kyle Curtiss, ’Amber David­ son, ’Devon Durkee, Bran­ don Eberly. Janette Emery, Jennifer Gardner, ’Bernard Garvey, Roxanne Guernsey, Misty Haley, Matthew Hall, ’Dana Hamilton, ’Kevin Hansen, Michael Heyboer, Sarah Hughes, Jeffrey James, Marie Jewell, Jeremy Kidder, Matt Knoll, Jennifer Kuempel, Amy LaDere, Dan BessAnn Martin. Leep, Joseph May, Allison McLean, ’Jim Mitchell, Joel Mittelstaedt, Jared Osborne, ♦Amy Parish, Eric Reid, Scott Rooks, ’Robb Rosin, Angela Rumsey, Teri Sessions, Carla Shook, ’Marin Smith, Scott Spitzer, ’Tara Stewart, ’Kevin Swift, Nicholas Thompson, Joshua Thome, Heidi Vedder, Melanie Wendorf, Lucus Willcuss, Mat­ thew Williams. ♦ indicates all A’s. Senior citizens group to meet A reminder for seniors in the community: The Maple IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:' Valley Senior Citizens meet­ ing g will be Wednesday, April 16, and as usual a pot luck EASY TERMS to take part in the event should plan to be at the Vermontville United .Methodist Church at noon, along with their fa­ vorite dish and table service. Bingo is on the agenda fol­ lowing lunch. Though the group is fairly become a great time to catch up on the latest news and spend a little time together. "Everyone is so busy," said Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Safes Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today Baked Spicy Pineapple Balinese Chicken 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard Ji cup gingersnap crumbs Spicy Pineapple Sauce red bell pepper strips basil sprigs Gently pound chicken to uniform thickness; brush with mustard. In shallow dish, place gin­ gersnap crumbs. Add chicken, dredging to coat. In non-stick sprayed shal­ low baking dish, place chicken and refrigerate 20 minutes. Place chick­ en in 350°F. oven and bake about 20 minutes. Serve and garnish with pepper strips and basil sprigs. Makes 4 servings. Spicy Pineapple Sauce: In frypan, place 1 table­ spoon peanut oil and heat to medium temper­ ature. Add 1 minced gar­ lic clove and 1 red onion, chopped. Saute about 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar and 1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple, juice included. Add 1/4 teaspoon allspice, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 21/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard. Heat, stir­ ring, about 4 minutes. In blender, place pineapple mixture and puree until smooth; keep warm. Before serving, stir in 2 tablespoons finely chopped basil and 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper. Subscribe g Today! Get all the news of the county. —CALL— afternoon entertainment. new, those who have become involved believe that it has ‘http. ;4 October 15,1996. Top prize is $25,000, with an additional $11,000 going to the runners-up. One finalist from each state and the District of Columbia will be chosen to cook their chicken dishes at the national Cook-off. The 51 finalists receive an all-expense paid trip to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, for the competi­ tion on April 4, 1997. Chicken is the only re­ quired ingredient for recipe entry. Criteria forjudging the recipes is taste, appear­ ance of the final dish, sim­ plicity of preparation and overall appeal. The South Carolina Poultry Federation will host the 1997 Cook-off, which will be co-chaired by Albin Johnson of Columbia Farms, Leesville, SC, and Connie Smith, Executive Director of the South Carolina Poultry Federation. To enter the National Chicken Cooking Contest, submit each recipe on a sep­ arate sheet of paper with name, address and tele­ phone number. All recipes must be original and recipes should serve four to eight. The total prepa­ ration time should not exceed three hours. Mail entries before October 15, 1996 to NCCC, Box 28158, Central Station, Wash­ ington, DC 20038-8158. For more information, contact the National Broiler Council at (202) 296-2622. Here’s the recipe that won $25,000 for Mary Louise Lever at the 41st National Chicken Cooking Contest: dinner is planned along with Those who wish “I Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay J Bad Credit (NAPS)—The search is on for America’s best chicken recipes, and a grand total of $36,000 will go to the cooks who prepare the five top dishes. Entries for the 42nd National Chicken Cooking Contest, sponsored by the National Broiler Council and the Southeastern Poultry & Egg Association, will be accepted through 945-9554 Don't miss another week! • Sports • Historical • Government /iHu • Ann Landers Moft?! Hildred Peabody. "This is a time that we all set aside just to spend some time together." Those with questions about the group can call Peabody at 726-0574. 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Ad# 2468 GET TO KNOW ME Sincere single white female, 44, 5'5", 125«». open-minded, likes TV, dancing, car races, foot­ ball, seeks honest, attractive, communicative singte mate. Ad# .1952 Sis S 5s 5 OPEN FEEUNGS Single white female, 33, 5’6", brown hair, hazel eyes, honest, employed, enjoys horseshoes, drag racing, seeks emottonaty, financially stable I single male. MtffTVJ IS IT FATE? I Gregarious SWF, 32,5'6", dark blonde hair, blue I se eyes, yes, professional, self-employed, enjoys horses. I softball, NASCAR, seeking easygoing, laid-back SM. Ad# .7444 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, likes bowling, camping, seeks honest, well-groomed, kind, caring, mature SM. Ad#.9012 CHARMING LADY Single white mom, 27, 5'6”, full-figured, employed, hobbies are reading, football, boxing, basketball, seeks loving, caring, sensitive single male. Ad#.8994 I I I I ACCEPT CHANGE Big-hearted single white female 45, plus size, likes evening fishing, cooking, sewing, reading, crafts, a little of everything, seeks respectful, courteous, non-dominating single male. Ad# 8993 VOLUPTUOUS! SBF, 47, 5'6", salt and pepper hair, fun-loving, enjoys reading, bowling, macrame, dining out, seeks romantic, church-going SM, to spend the rest of her life with. Ad#.2314 CARING NATURE Pleasant, caring widowed white female, 57,4'11", 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys bird watching, fishing, garage sales, travel, seeks goal-oriented single male. Ad#.4299 CAREFREE GIRL Sweet SWF, 18, 5'2”, 117lbs., blondish-brown hair, enjoys partying, music, horseback riding, football, seeks caring, loving SM, for great times.. Ad#.4113 LOVES THE SUN eniit SWF, 27, 5’9", 135lbs., long dark brown I hair/eyes, employed, ploy enjoys bike riding, the beach, music, long rides, zoos, museums, seeks I SM, who enjoys ys life life. Ad#.6923 fMl SUNSHINE I Bubbly, happy-go-lucky SWF, 41, 5'6", auburn I hair, hazel eyes, enjoys pool, horseback riding, I cards, her dog, travel, seeks honest, friendly SM. Ad#.8765 DO YOU. POLKA? I Friendly, positive SWF, 59,5'6", 145lbs., graying I brown hair/eyes, likes dancing, golf, concerts, I beach walks, the outdoors, seeks friendly, N/S SM. Ad#.2221 RELATIONSHIP Caring, honest, sincere single white female, 35, 5'10", auburn hair, hazel eyes, medium build; likes swimming, walking, biking, quiet times, seeks employed single male, with same qualities. Ad#. 9011 I, “J Hiniiitti, LOVES PEOPLE Bubbly single white female, 21, 5’3", 112lbs., good-looking, loves baby sitting. , enjoyss anything, ing, seeks honest, respectable single ggentleman. Ad#.2269 w4ii dqpflrialHq MONOGAMOUS Single black female, 37,57, black hair, fun-lov­ ing, personable, enjoys bowling, church, reading, seeks honest, God-fearing single male. Ad#.5060 LOOKING Single white female, 18, slim, humorous, varied interests, seeks caring, trustworthy, humorous I single male. Ad#.6848 I I I I ROMANTIC Single white female, 30, 57, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes reading, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#. 1966 LOVE THE LORD! I Single black female, 29,5’3", full-figured, fun-lov­ ing, easygoing, student, enjoys singing, reading, the theater, seeks trustworthy, honest single male, who likes to have fun. Ad#.2431 MUCH TO MYSELF Quiet SWF, 43,5'3", long blonde hair, blue eyes, employed, ployed, enjoys home life, gardening, seeKing sensitive nsitive SM, SM, law law enforcement enforcement officer officer preferred. preferred. Ad#.7272 ENJOY MY FAMILY I SH mom, 21, stocky, black hair, brown eyes, senI silive, loving, enjoys reading, crossword puzzles, I word-search, seeks family-oriented, sensitive SM.Ad#.1543 LETS PARTY! SWF, 18, 5'2", 110lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, friendly, fun, babysitter, likes bowling, partying, seeks happy-go-lucky, kind, understanding SM. Ad#.9615 MENTALLY SOUND Single white female, 50,5'4", 135lbs., fun-lovi n-loving, professional, enjoys golf, college football, f movies, travel, seeks witty, honest, well-educated single male. Ad#.6148 SHARE SOME JOY Single white female, 37, queen-sized, enjoys crocheting and needlepoint, seeks trustworthy, hon­ est, 3llo3y5a5l single male, to become friends with. Ad#. OUTGOING Single white female, 21, tall, dark hair/eyes, humorous, employed, likes volleyball, dubbing, seeks tall, funny, career-oriented single male. Ad#.9963 SHARE FUN TIMES SWF, 25,5'9", 145lbs., red hair, hazel eyes, hob­ bies are gardening, the beach, seeks mature, easygoing, goal-oriented SM. Ad# 2289 CALL SOON SWF, 28, 57, friendly and lovable, employed, enjoys reading, line dancing, playing pool, swimming, seeks nice," funny, easygoing SM. Ad#.7878 VERY LOVABLE Friendly, employed SWF, 27, 5'3”, hobbies indude skating, crafts, bowling, fishing, horse­ back riding, seeks nice, well-goomed, caring SM, for friendship. Ad#.324O DON’T BE AFRAID Single white female, 21,5'9", 130lbs., light brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys dancing, singing, nature walks, seeks honest, goal-orient­ ed single male. Ad#.111O HIT THE JACKPOT! Sffwte black female, 28. tafl dcwn-to-ear^i, enjoys working out, socializing with friends, movies. sports, seeks honest, intefegent. frmny, crazy smgfe mate. Ad# 1225 CARE FOR ME Single white female, 33. brawn hair/eyes. afiracfive, ten, enjoys karate, going out seeks trustwortMhy#, 4e2m8n8ioyed sinde rraie witfi same interests ANYTHING IN COMMON? Humorous SWF, 41,47,300ts brown hair/eyes, shy, enjoys riding horses, antique shopping,, downhffl skiing, seeks tnatworthy, loyal SM. Ad#J444 END MY SEARCH Ouet. fun-toving singte white mom, 40, 57, 160t»., enjoys movtes, Bingo, cowkry music, camping, seeks honest singte mate, with common interests. Adt.5641 HOMEBODY SWF, 30, Nu^eyed blonde, nice personality, tees fishing, bowting, would tee to meet kind, stable SM, for loving retabonshp Ad# .1994 NEED ATTENTION Singte white female, 18,57,120fos., brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys bowling, shooting pool.^naitore, seeks loving, trustworthy singte mate. LETS TALK SWF, 21, 5'6". brown hair, hazel eyes, good per­ sonality, employed, enjoys four-wheeling. hanging out with friends, seeks honest, faithful SM Ad#2417 , HAPPINESS SWF, 72,5*4*. hunoraus, eqoys reaJng. aetichtog TV, long wafts, seeks land, easygofog. arsderate SM_A(».1793 TIME TOGETHER Easygong singte write mom, 22. 5T, 135b&, straiteny btonde har hazel eyes, employed, enjoys music, movies, time wte daugfter. seeks nustwortoy. honed: singte mete. Mt 8991 POSITIVE ATTITUDE Stogie whte female, 39,57,135bs_ profe&wciwi. enpys camptog, sremming, toe beech, tavefing, gardenrq seeks knai, sreere. kwfog, ranrantic sfogte mate. Ad#2439 NEEDS SOME EXCITEMENT SWF, 32. blonde hair, blue eyes, tend, wffly. friendly enjoys wate reedhg, church, anytofog roman­ tic, seeks trustwortoy SM. Mt 3057 SHOW YOUR FEEUNGS Single write mom, 18,57, short brown haefeyes, crocheting, nusc.retationsnip. seetang nee. senstive singlye mate, for possibte Aq#2379 ANIMAL LOVER? SWF, 38, 57. I35to&. fun-tovtog, eesygomg. enjoys reafing, ine (fencing, wefts felting, pooi, bowting. seeks honest ntetagert SM. Mt 1109 CAREFREE Stogie write female, 19, medtam buU, blonde hair, blue eyes, stixtent, enjoys readng, skating, tong walks, scctano honesL toyai si male, with a good sense or ihumor. Ad# 2424 POSITIVE ATTITUDE Stogie white temete. 25,57, medtam buU, blonde hair, green eyes, emptoyed, enjoys movies, danc­ ing, softbal. seeking oulgotog smgte mate, with a goall sense of humor. M* 5858 DARK HAIR A PLUS’ Sfogte write mom, 25 57, brown haireyes, funtovtog, enjoys lunor. bowing, movies, famtiy times, fireside cuddtog. seels honest, trustwortoy. romantic sfogte mate. Ad#.1224 DON7 MISLEAD ME! Ft bubbly singte write mom, 37, 57. lOSbs., brown hair eyes, enjoye danong, travel, wtid 0e. boatfog, series vesaiie, responsfote, respeedri. honest sfogte mate. Mt .9817 ARE YOU OPEN-MINDED? SW mom, 26,6", brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, practical joker, emptoyed, tikes horses, dogs, ■orang with kids, seeks honest, trustworthy, tan, impulsive, compatible SM. Ad#2273 FOREVER LOVE Funny SWF, 18, 57, I25fos tong brown hair, green eyes, emptoyed. enjoys swimming, horse­ back ridfog, movies, dubs, seeks outgoing, friendly SM.Ad#.a)60 REUABLE LADY Sfogte white female, 41, brown hair, blue eyes, honest, dependable, employed, Btes music, walk­ ing, camping, seeks down-to-earth, emptoyed sfogte mate wte same traits. Ad#2674 CARING PEOPLE PERSON Outgoing, frtentfly SWF. 36,56", btonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, emptoyed, enjoys wafts, craft shows, movies, series sensfitee, commuticative SMAd#5171 A DAY AT THE LAKE Divorced white female. 41, 5*1”, 104t>e. blonde hair, blue eyes, weTrounded, employed, enjoys movies, danong, seeks respectful, sincere Me male. Ad#2773 KIND-HEARTED p,, reddish-brown ra race cars, heavy h,, nice, witty SM. ? is in the air... Ad# 5969 SHY AT TIMES Friendly SWF, 29, tall, slim, dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseback riding, quiet nights at home, the beach, reading, movies, seeking romantic, honest, trustworthy rthy SM, similar interests. Ad#. 1968 J*ad Graphics HONESTY MATTERS Fun, sentimental SW mom, 31, 5*10*, reddishblonde hair, blue eyes, nice smile, funny, enjoys ceramics, reading, movies, seeks humorous SM. Ad# 3857 Brings you a CUTE & POLITE Adventurous, joyful SF, 18, 5'T, 90lbs., brown hair/eyes, spunky, employed, enjoys swimming, soccer, softball, seeks honest, attractive, fun SM. Ad# 5355 ■ Place LIVE & LEARN Physically challenged SB mom, 29,5'1", curly hair, quiet-natured, shy, enjoys camping, horses, family fa times, seeks honest, faithful, open-minded SM. Ad# 1293 HAPPY FACE Full-figured single white female, 36, 5’9", short brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys cooking, sewing, decorating, concerts, seeks sincere, hon­ est, loyal single male. Ad#.1206 QUIET & SHY SWF, 40, 5'3", 115lbs., blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys sewing, skiing, fishing, dancing, seeks affectionate, moral SM for enjoyable times. Ad# .3654 ®^ .6o "21O4 KIND-HEARTED Single white female, 33, 5’2", 155lbs„ blue-eyed blonde, nice, employed, likes dancing, movies, romantic dinners, looking for friendly, personable, compatible single male. Ad#.1165 ARE YOU COMPATIBLE? SWF, 23,57,290lbs.. brown hair, blue eyes, easy­ going, employed, likes crocheting, walking, music, movies, seeks honest, trustworthy, likeable SM who likes kids. Ad# 1120 NICE APPEARING Sweet SBF, 20, considerate, employed, likes shop­ ping, basketball, being with her kids, seeks com­ patible, tall, thick SM. Ad#. 1377 CAN YOU DANCE? Single white female, 24, 5’6", 112Ibs., blue-eyed blonde, friendly, punctual, adventurous, likes com­ puters, dandng, dubs, seeks tan-loving, relaxed single male. Ad#.3000 NO PIPE DREAMI SWF, 20, 5’4", brown hair, blue eyes, fun-loving, spontaneous,, enjoys dancing, reading, th the out­ doors, seekss caring, romantic, considerate considera SM. Ad#.1228 I CROCHET Single white female, 42, 5*3", brown hair, blue eyes, full-figured, communicativei, employed, “like' s bowlmiig, reading, seeks friendly, fun fun-loving ­ single male jAdi 6666 I’M A CANCER Down-to-earth, loyal SW mom, 37, full-figured, honest, likes all sports, car races, having fun, camping, travel, concerts, seeks truthful, open, smart SM,, who likes kids. Ad#.3737 FREE-SPIRITED SW mom, 32,5'6", sandy blonde, blue eyes, fun­ loving, enjoys swimming, biking, skiing, reading, movies, seekss honest, communicative SM. Ad# .9876 RIGHT ONE Queen-sized single white female, 52, honest, enthusiastic, disabled, enjoys crafts, seeks honest, romantic, financially secure single male, for lifelong partnership: Ad#. 1635 STAY FOREVER.. SW mom, 28. 5’2", 125lbs., outgoing, sponta­ neous, enjoys walks on the beach, dining out, jog­ ging, seeks communicative SM for friendship first. Ad#.7861 ENERGETIC Single white female, 55, 5’5", 125lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, cheerful, caring, likes her dog, d painting, theater, er, seeks emotionally available, Born-Again single Christian male. Ad#.543O BUBBLY SWF, 19,5'6", medium weight, likes swimming, the beach, biking, seeks nice, sweet, kind SM who likes kids. Ad# 6892 NEW KID IN TOWN Bubbly, spontaneous single white female, 26, 5’8", IOOIds., blue-eyed blonde, enjoys travel, dancing, movie, kids, seeks interesting, fun-loving single male. Ad#.3003 SINCERE HEART DW mom, 21, 5’9", medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, fim-loving, enjoys reading, swim­ ming, the outdoors, seeks unselfish, accepting, outgoing SM. Ad#.9495 , SENSE OF WONDER Single white female, 42,57,190lbs., nice, caring, kind, shy, sincere,, compassionate, enjoys the out­ doors, sports, gardening, ardening, animals, animals, walks, seeks * single male for mendship. Ad#.5233 WHY NOT CALL? Native American single female, 33, 5'9", long dark hair, friendly, hobbies include raising rabbits, bead work, seeks secure, understanding, dependable SM.Ad#.3927 BABY BLUES Single white mom, 20,5’3", 120lbs., short brown hair, enjoys dancing, dining out, movies, time with kids, seeks honest single male, who’s fun to be around. Ad#,1202 NO GAMES SWF, 48, 5*5*. 120lbs., biondish hair, fun-loving, enjoys camping, beach walks, dancing, movies, motorcycles, seeking honest, wen groomed, easy­ going, humorous SM. Ad# 1256 HEART OF GOLD Funny SWF, 29, 5'4", brown hair/eyes. enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, seeks considerate, friendly, responsible, self-supporting SM. Ad#.61O3 ROMANTIC NATURE Single white female, 49,5'4’, light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, communicative, self-employed, enjoys line dancing, crafts, gardening, seeking sensitive, e, caring, humorous single mate. Ad# 4852 GOOD FEEUNGS Friendy stogie white mate, 42. 57, 160tbs.. employed, enjoys readtoo. taking weks. stock car raong. music, seeks arocfionate sngte female, wtet a postere riftste Ad# 765B UKE TO SMILE? Single write mate, 38, 5T(T. 175fcs„ brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys boebng. traveeng. playfog cards, seeks attractive stogie female, wrei various interests Ad# .8596 GENTLE SPIRIT Quiet, easygoing SWM. 50. 57. 160fos., brown har. blue eyes. enjoys fishing, hurting, roferbiadtog, swimming, seeking honest faShM, commu­ nicative SF. Ad# 9958 PACKAGE DEAL Stogie white mate. 38. 57, 170fos., easygoing, employed, enjoys tads, toe outdoors, movtes, (fencing, seeks open, honest loving singte female. who puts tads first Ad# .9264 LOTS IN COMMON? Singte Hispanic mate, 35,6T. 21Obs., black hair, brown eyes, quiet at first employed student Btes reading, cookmg, movies. wtetang. seeks caring, honest sensitive, stogie female. Ad#.9292 ONE FROG CLOSER Stogie white mate. 50, 57.175fos.. non-smoker, employed, enjoys magic, toe theater, seeks attractive singlep femagle; p35y-, woodworkfog. 45. Ad#2089 JUST UKE IT IS Open-mtoded single white male, 45. 220>bs., enjoys walking, sports, swimming, chess, nature, seeks flamboyant, down-to-earth single female.. Adf.1052 I’LL PAMPER YOU Healthy SWM, 42. fun-loving, trustworthy,, honest enjoys fishing, dancing, playing cards, oil painting, seeks compassionate, frustworthy, humorous, tan SF. Ad# .3363 OUTSPOKEN WAYS GoocHootang SWM. 34, 57, 175lbs.. employed, enjoys fishing, camping, snowmobiles, horses, seeks attractive, compatible SF, 5', 140-150lbs.. 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Happy SWF, 61, 5'2", 149lbs., graying dark hair, blue eyes, enjoys gardening, travel, movies, seeks kind, understanding, vice-free SM. Ad# .4391 ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 45. 5'5", brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, employed, enjoys reading, embroidery, seeks personable, humorous single male. Ad#.1245 To listen to messages, call 1-800-558-4394, enter option 2, once every 7 days for FREE, or cal 1-900-060-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3, anytime. To listen to or, leave a message for your Suitable System Matches call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3. For complete confidentiality, give your Instant Mailbox number instead of your phone number when leaving a message. Call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 3, Id listen to responses left for you and find out when your replies were picked up. To renew, change or cancel your ad, call Customer Service at 1-800-273-5877. JUST ME Outgoing SWM, 34, employed, hobbies are camp­ ing, fishing, boating, hiking, seeks good-looking, medium built, intelligent, neat SF. Ad# 9962 AN INVITATION SWM, 27,5'10*, 170(bs., blond hair, blue eyes, a fittle shy, employed, likes dancing, rollerblading, jute^^ts, seeks fun-loving, nice, compatible SF. CONSIDER ME? Single white male, 41, 5*17 150lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, hardworking, likes fishing, camping, quiet times, walking, zoos, seeks dependable, understanding, happy single female. Ad#.4144 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Singte white male, 45, 6*1’, 215Ibs., black hair, brown eyes, enjoys movies, the outdoors, relaxing, seeks humorous, honest single female. Ad#. 1051 BIG MAN...BIG HEART Compassionate single white male, 49, 5’11’, auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, dining out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, understanding single female, who will be there for him. 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Ad# 2050 YOUNG, FIT BODY Single white male, 28, 6T", 185lbs., brown hair, tan, adventurous, employed, enjoys the outdoors, cycling, basketball, seeks lively, loving, fun single female. Ad#.718O To place a voice greeting call 1-800-558-4394, enter option 1,24 hours a day! Black Christian Single FLEXIBLE DAD Stogie write mate. 37,7 brown her, hazel eyes, outgoing, enjoys kids, cars, motorcyctes, music, movtes, quiet times, seeks honest open, communcatiie stogie female Ad# 4363 THINK POSITIVE Amiable SWM, 34, hobbies include hunting, fishing, biking, cooking, movtes, searching for long­ term relationship with easygoing, outgoing SF Ad# .5500 DATING FUN Single white Christian male, 24, 57, dark hair, green eves, employed, enjoys electronics, seeks single Christian female, non-smoker, for possible relationship. Ad#.1997 All you need to know Male B M H Hispanic His C WW Widowed S Double Dater UKE LONG HAIR? 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Ad#.4561 BE THERE FOR ME Outstanding SW mom, 40,5'10", 160lbs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jjogging, walking, time with kids, sports, seeking SM who likes kids. Ad# 4040 AUNEDANCER Singte write mate, 37, 5T17. fit I75bs. brown hair. WctK. w<ty. honest erioys pumping ■on. fishing, seeks apoeafing. shapely singte ferrate AdT6Q23 SOMETIMES SHY Fun-loving single black male, 38. 57, 140lbs.. enjoys jazz and gospel music, cooking, comedy clubs, seeks understanding, honest single female. Ad#. 1525 HOPELESS ROMANTIC SWF, 34. 57, 140lbs., auburn hair, hazel eyes, employed, likes cooking, reading, bowling, danc­ ing, camping, seeks communicative, honest, lis­ tening, sharing SM. Ad#,5182 - GOOD & EXCITING Sfogte write dad. 32, 57, I55bs.. brown har. race-tootang, raeresting, employed, ereoys model buktinq. auto races, seeks understenang. caring stogie female. Mt.1964 GENTLE BREEZE SWM, 50,57.170tt»., friendly, easygoing, enjoys country music, walks in the woods, auto radrig, seeks self-supporting, honest SF. Ad#.1615 FUN TO BE WITH Open-minded SWF, 18, 57, blue-eyed blonde, student, likes rollerblading, cruising, ice skating, seeks SM with similar interests. Ad#. 1616 DOG LOVER SWF, 49,5T, petite, brown hair, blue eyes, outgo­ ing, enjoys the outdoors, dog breeding, crocheting, cooking, seeks easygoing, trustworthy SM. Ad# .4221 ARE YOU FIT? Single blade male, 39, 6’, 190lbs., , funloving. enjoys . soccer, flying, mountain bikino, seeks hardwo , kind, warm, professional single female, 57+. .5575 WATCH SUNSETS Educated dependable SWM. 40. 57, i85fcs. brown har. btae-green eyes, employed, enfoys fishing, gantentog. travelfog. seeks carfog. tovabte. romantic SE Ad#.5112 Divorced F White A Non-smoker NA Service provided by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 Female Asian Native American HUMOROUS NATURE Outgoing singte white mate, 49, 5’17 170(bs., brown hair, Hue eyes, enjoys remodefing, biking, canoeing, seeks communfoative single female, under 120ta., religious values, Marshall area. Ad#.4646 HOLD MY HAND Divorced white mate, 49,57, silver-grey hair, strik­ ing blue eyes, employed, enjoys traveling, dancing, cuddling, g, romantic romantic dinners, dinners, quiet quiet evenings, evenings, seeks seeks carir single female, 35-49. Ad#. TRULY SINGLE? Siingle white male, 35, 5’11", 250lbs.. brown hair/eyes, air/ey fun, energetic, enjoys sports, music, swimming, camping, seeks honest, caring singte female. Ad#.7788 CAREFREE Single white mate, 43, 57. 160t» , blond hair, full beard, rd, employed, likes fishing, weightlifting, biking, seeks free-spirited, fre easygoing single female. Ad# 4870 NEAT & CLEAN Joyful SWM, 37. 57, 250ft». blond hair, blue eyes, easygoing, self-employed, enjoys fishing, carnivals, bowling, seeks well-groomed, nice SF. Ad#.7896 PRIME OF LIFE Handsome divorced white mate, 54, 57, 150ibs„ beautiful blue eyes, upbeat, honest, loves travel, romance, dancing, seeks caring, petite single female. Ad#.4611 A GOOD FRIEND Gregarious, quiet SWM, 44,57,145lbs., green­ eyed blond, likes music, the woods, writing poet­ ry, exercising, seeks humorous, sincere, petite SF. Ad#.2252 OUTGOING Employed singtee white male, 44, 6’, 180lbs., sandy orown hair, bluish-green eyes, enjoys dining out, fishing, hunting, seeking single female, who’s easy to get along with. Ad#.1105 HARDWORKING Single white male, 33, 6’3", 200 lbs., enjoys sports, volleyball, water skiing, seeks employed single female. Ad#.4427 UPBEAT SWM, 47,5*11", 165lbs., employed, likes writing songs, reading golf, dancing, seeks happy, slen­ der, attractive SF with dark hair. Ad#.1969 ONE-TO-ONE Divorced white male, 48,57, blue eyes, cheer­ ful, caring, honest, professional, Mees sports, dancing, travel, seeks attractive, non-smoking, caring, gnnng single female. Ad# .4430 SETTLING DOWN? Singte white mate, 36,711*, 215lbs., blond hair, employed, enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing, photography, biking, seeks compatible, loyal, car­ ing single female. Ad#.1111 BY MY SIDE Single white male, 36, 5*17 175fos., brown hair/eyw, comical, sincere, enjoys motorcyctes, movies, moonfit walks, working out, seeks hard­ working. romantic single female. Ad# 3372 JUST ONE TOUCH Witty single white mate, 28,5'8", 150lbs.. brown hair/eyes, employed, likes sports, travel, leisure, spontaneous fun, seeks friendly, mature singte female. Ad# 3708 NEW IN TOWN Singte white male, 24, 67, 200t)S., humorous, sociable, enjoys softball, clubbing, bowling, sports on television, seeks stable, well-dressed smgle fenrale, non-smoker. Mt.3577 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 15, 1997 — Page 16 Voters to decide on 3 bond proposals on April 29 election Many area residents will know that many months of soon be receiving phone calls planning have gone into this reminding them to vote in process. According to for necessary safety meetings. stadium to the area. The site classroom and either Fuller, done for 4.95 mills. Kellogg or Maplewood for What does that mean to you the home owner? Taxes on a home with a taxable value of complete the project which was started at the high school 30,000 (worth 60,000 on the market today) would increase with enhancement millage three years ago. At that time voters by $149 per year. That equates to approximately $3 per week. voters approved a plan that average homeowner with a would add technology to all of 30,000 bond the buildings, fund new band means an additional $6 per school year. Over the next few weeks gym class, lunch, music and what the Maple Valley Bond Superintendent Alan McLean, the like. One of the biggest Committee refers to as a vote for our children's future." On Tuesday April 29 area voters will have the each proposal has now been concerns of the Maple Valley trimmed to provide needed Bond Proposal Committee is improvements at a minimal now the cost. current situations, but rather inconvenience of Proposal II: A Proposal III: A way Fuller behind to Elementary would continue to be used for community games and events. Proposal III would cost mills. .21 taxable For the value that "Bare Bones" as described in the safety of those children. In many of his newsletters and the event of a tornado those proposal that would pay for a uniforms and pay for the new classrooms could be literally new bus garage. If voters pass this proposal track eliminating discussions with the Maple Valley Board of Education. to there will be phone calls and portables, one would generate "I have been concerned over All of these portables will a new garage would be built at host meets and become more competitive with surrounding districts. more letters from the Maple Valley Bond Committee asking for your support. A opportunity to decide on not just one but three proposals. One would provide additional classrooms buildings in the district since blown away in minutes. be replaced with classrooms additions to current buildings funds for a new bus garage, and a third would pay for first concessions, rest rooms, and McLean. "This is no bells or if Proposal new bleachers completing the whistles, the large addition will be placed track area at the high school. district needs." Proposal number one: An on the Fuller building, a hallway at the Maplewood The big question of course coming here," only said what One passes. A the high school site, eliminating a building which (17 cents per thousand dollars of is, "What will I get for the obvious eliminate Building will be enclosed and dollars I am committing and portable classrooms in the renovations will take place at taxable value) would allow for construction of the new just exactly what will each district. There are now the Jr. Sr. High School way to allowing the high Maple Valley That enhancement millege presentation of facts will also did not provide for any fringes to the track complex, however appear on public access television in Nashville, and is this bond proposal does. If voters choose to pass Proposal III they will be due to air later this week. Jeff Murphy or Amy Laverty, is outdated and doesn't meet current standards. A .17 mill increase at that facility which would be large will help to separate Jr. high enough to house the busses been housing elementary students, students from and contain a training room. bleachers, funding concessions, and lights. The be complex would also following the Maple Valley who spend much of their time peers. News regarding this election back and forth between their according to McLean can be At the present time there is no space provided in the garage completed at the high school site adding a new football proposal cost me?" Those who have such classrooms, 17 many high school All of these changes Additional information can also be obtained by calling Co-Chairs committee. for the bond "Let's do this for our kids," said Laverty. "Just remember on April 29, Yes, Yes, Yes!" Local student plans travel and study in Scotland "Wedding Announcements Kathryn McDugal is one of 12 Alma College students who will travel to Scotland to ex­ perience the settings of five Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete ft line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. novels during spring term 1997. Designed by professor of English, Eugene Pattison, the course brings Scottish culture to life. McDougal is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. Stop by our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 Studying Scott’s “Rob Roy” will incorporate visits to Glasgow, Cannander, the Trossachs, Stirling and Scott’s country home, the Borders. Stevenson’s “Kidnapped” will include travel to. Edin­ burgh, Mull, Iona, the Highlands and other sites. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 16 —Tuesday, April 22, 1997 Three proposals to face voters Special school bond election planned Tuesday,April 29 H I just keep downsizing the tire to get these buses into the garage, eventually we will run out tire sizes! Pat Powers Thls isn't a trailer park, it's a portion of Fuller Elementary School, many children never use a classroom inside of this school until they reach third grade because of limited space. Proposal I would provide for the additional classrooms necessary to remove these portables. These bleachers aren’t just getting worn, they are down right dangerous according to Maple Valley Superintendent Alan McLean. Proposal III would provide new bleachers as part of the completion of the track and football facility at the high school. Sweet treats available! One of the Sleeper families favorite treats is Ice cream topped with sweet maple syrup! Beth has been dishing up this family favorite since she was very young! vide electricity, heat and re­ pairs to each of the class­ rooms that eats a big hole in the schools' operating budget. Superintendent Alan McLean said the portable classroom situation has both­ ered him since he came to Maple Valley several years ago and now with the change in tax laws and building costs increasing there is no better time to improve the situation than now. "Like I've said a thousand times, this is a bare bones proposal,", he said during a re­ cent interview. "The general by Cindy J. Smith fund can not and will never Staff Writer It's just one more week be­ fund a building project again." fore voters in the Maple Val­ In years prior to Proposal A ley school district will decide those general fund dollars on three separate bond issues could be used for such projects that will affect classrooms, when necessary, but that buses, sports events and local won't be the case any more. children's future. McLean is concerned that The special bond election is many area voters don't realize scheduled for 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. just how bad the situation is, and that with costs increasing Tuesday, April 29. Perhaps the biggest factor the same project would cost driving the vote is concerns of more in future years. "If voters turn down this local school officials and the bond committee about lack of bond proposal, they are saying classroom space for elemen­ that these portables are just fine," he said. "This could be tary youngsters. Seventeen portables now house children pur last chance to correct the situation." at each elementary building, But portables are just one • with most of the "trailer-like classrooms" behind the Fuller part of the proposal, Renova­ Elementary building. They are tions also will take place at not used for specialty classes Maplewood Elementary, and or on a part-time basis, they extensive work will be done at are "home" to many kinder­ the junior-senior high school, which will improve science garteners, first- and secondgraders, some of whom are labs, build new classrooms not part of a "regular” class­ and provide a small junior room until they reach third high gym. "We currently have teams grade. School officials say safety practicing from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. and we simply need is one big worry with these types of space problems. For more room for both students example, in the event of a and community affairs,’ said tornado, teachers would be Board of Education President forced to bring the children John Krolik. Portables and building ren­ outside of their classrooms to ovations are the subjects of enter the school. Another problem with Proposal I, but what about Proposal II? Voters will also portable classrooms is cost, not just to buy them because decide whether or not to build all that the district now owns a new bus garage. The garage now used does were purchased used. It's the funds spent each year to pro- not meet today's standards, has fl If voters turn down this bond proposal, they are saying that these portables are just fine. This could be our last chance to correct the situation. — Supt. Alan McLean no office or meeting space and limited space to perform maintenance work. There cur­ rently is no inside storage for buses. "Our current facility is unsafe, too small for our largest buses and provides no staff training area," said McLean. "Our drivers and mechanics need a new facility if they are to maintain a safe fleet to transport our kids." Proposal III? The last time voters were asked for funds, a new track was built at the. high school. That enhance­ ment millage did not allow for the "extras," such as lights and bleachers, bathrooms fa­ cilities or concession areas. Some may want to believe that the bleachers now at the Fuller site could be moved, but according to officials, those bleachers are unsafe. Plans to add the bleachers to the high school site, and relocate the Maple Valley football field also would allow for the current field to be used for more community use. Voters can take advantage this week of a video designed to answer questions about the condition of Maple Valley's buildings and needs for the future. The tape* donated by Joe Andrews and Mary Sanderson, gives an in-depth view of portables at Fuller, problems at other buildings in the area and of the bus'garage, which Transportation Superintendent Pat Powers believes was built in 1948. "Buses have changed a lot since that time," he said. "They have gotten much big­ ger and this building wasn't designed with enough room to do required maintenance on today's buses." During a tour of that facility, viewers may find his makeshift training training makeshift g room, which consists of old bus seats in one corner, rather See School bond, P. 3 In This Issue • Maple Syrup Festival lineup • Self-defense course offered for women • Alternate queen sees this year’s festival as “dream come true” • New basketball courts proposed in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 2 Here’s the lineup for the Maple Syrup Festival this weekend It's countdown time to Maple Syrup Festival weekend, just four more days to be exact. Events are scheduled in downtown Vermontville throughout the weekend, with something planned for almost everybody. Friday's "kickoff begins with an official opening at 6:30 p.m.' and lots of fun is scheduled to follow. Camping facilities are available again this year at the high school and a shuttle servicer will provide, transportation to and from events. Below is a calendar ofevents for the weekend. Friday, April 25: The Talent Show will begin at 6:30 p.m., following opening greetings this year, with a great lineup, according to Chairman Don Rasey. Pancakes will be hot off the griddld, beginning at 4 p.m., compliments of the American Legion and the Nashville Lions, and will be served at the Legion Hall right on the comer across from the fire bam in Vermontville. Those who crave the amusement rides and games can take advantage of special prices that evening * Crown Amusements' "Friday Night Special" allows as many rides as you wish for $8. The second annual teen dance will be held at the Opera House at 9 p.m. Saturday, April 26: Let the games begin! Sunday April 27 there will be games for everyone at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. Master of Ceremonies Doug Kelsey will welcome all to the festival and early risers need not wait for breakfast. Beginning at 6 a.m., pancakes will be served at the Legion Hall and by 6:30 a.m. the Band Boosters will be flipping cakes at the Fire Bam. The pancakes will be served all day; eat breakfast at lunch time ifyou wish! At 9:30 a.m, those wandering by center stage may want to sit a spell and listen to the Maple Valley Jazz Band under the direction ofDennis VanderHoef. Following the jazz band, the Maple Valley Community Band, directed by Charles Brill, will take the stage. That music is scheduled to last until 11 a.m., when the children's parade gets under way. The children's parade will be led by Gene Fisher. This years theme "101 Ways to Sweetness" promises to bring out some interesting entries, which will be judged immediately following. Once the parade is over, it will be time for the big event of the day — the presentation of this year's queen and alternate. Crowning ofthe queen will take place on Center Stage. Another special presentation will follow the queen's debut. This year's honored producers, Earl and Loma Wilson, will be presented with a gift; State Rep. Frank Fitzgerald will be on hand to congratulate all. More events are scheduled on center stage until grand parade time, including the following: This year local producers, Earl and Lorna will be honored at the festival. This is a family that involves four generations with syrup making. 11:45 a.m.: The Dutch Dancers. Noon: The Glen Erin Bagpipe Band. Noon to 2 p.m.: Take time to stop by the Opera House, where the Thomapple Valley Dulcimers will be on stage See Syrup Festival, Page 4 Welcome to our. All Brands of BEER Get All Your Party Needs Here... • Liquor • Keg Beer • Mixes • Pop • Chips & Dip • Ice 57th Annual Maple Syrup 2 Liter C0KE...$14+9d & PEPSI dep. Mfe ALL DAY SATURDAY — and SUNDAY APRIL, 26th & 27th Now Under New Ownership South End " 637 S. Main — Nashville 852-9822 Queen Mandy Pierce, Alternate Beth Sleeper Nancy s Beauty Shop 157 S. Maui, Vermontville 726-0330 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 3 SCHOOL BOND ,continued from front page— On Sunday a variety of games will take place on center stage, and arm wrestling seems to be among the most popular. "Less than $50 more a year than they are currently pay­ ing," he said. McLean has put together a chart of those costs, broken down by market value of area homes. Some monthly in- funny, or his comments about down sizing tires to accom­ modate inadequate work space very humorous. "I just keep down sizing tires to get these buses into the garage," he jokes. "Even­ tually we will run out of lire sizes!" The fact is, however, that 'he and his maintenance crew are responsible for 26 buses and additional school equip­ ment such as tractors and snowplows and have no space to work. Though each issue that vot­ ers will be deciding is much different, all will affect one thing in common — kids. And though each may cost taxpayers a little additional money, according to McLean, that cost will be minimal. vwat nnual Gara Sale April 25 & 26 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Kelly Adrianson’s 9260 Lawrence Hwy. Vermontville, Ml. 1/2 Mile West off Ionia Rd., on M-79 TANNING Business Services BANKRUPTCY creases, based on passage of all three issues, are as little as $3.88. Registered voters can obtain an absentee ballot at the ad­ ministration office any time during regular business hours. *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. MIKE’S LAWN CARE, free estimates. 517-726-0564 *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS AND REPAIRS. Reasonably 517-726-1347. priced, VERMONTVILLE ROOF-< ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Jobs Wanted WILL BABYSIT IN my home.< 517-726-1305. Pancakes and Syrup attract all ages at the Syrup Festival. Bring along your appetite!! MAPLE SYRUP Friday, April 25 thru Sunday, April 27th Al Official Opening Greetings, Invocation and Introductions Talent Show - The official opening of the festival , is the Talent Sunday, April 27*, 1997 6: 00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Maplewood School Church Services 11:00 a.m. program. Union Church Service: Methodist Church (Rev. Jeff Bowman) Congregational Church (Rev. Eric Lison) At the Congregational Church - 110 S. Main, Vermontville Vermontville Bible Church (Rev. Dan Smith) 250 N. Main, Vermontville Grace Community Church (Rev. Don Roscoe) On the stage on Main SL - In case of rain, at the High School Friday Night Special Starts 4 p.m.. .Crown Amusements Pay One Price - $8.00 to ride all rides as many times as you like. 4:00-8:00 p.m....... American Legion/Nashville Lions Serve Pancakes at the Legion Hall 9:00-11:00 p.m. . .Free Teen Dance at the Opera House Saturday, April 26*, 1997 Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday Afternoon Special 6 Hours of Rides $8.00 12:00 to 1:30 p.m.......Lansing Ramblers Dixie Band 1:00 p.m. ..................... : .Introduce Queen & Court 1:15 p.m Arm Wrestling 12:00 p.m Pancakes Chairman: Greg Hoefler Sponsored by MC Auto Repair & Towing Band Boosters Talent Winners, Wood Chopping, Egg Toss, Other Games, Antique Saw and Rope Making Demonstrations. Arts & Crafts 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Maplewood School 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m Maple Valley Jazz Band Chairman: Merle Martin Director: Dennis Vanderhoeff ArnteoKitAmuse M.V. Community Band Director: Charles Brill UTIIM Children’s Parade 11:00 a.m. Theme: “101 Ways To Sweetness” Chairmen: Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fisher Presentation of Queen and Court a < < STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? 852-1757 Downtown Nashville • Queen: Mandy Pierce 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Valley Dulcimer. 3:30 to 4:00 p.m./4:30 to 5:00 p.m. ..... Barber Shop Quartet A Skits 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. ...... Dancing with Deed ay Alternate: Beth Sleeper Crowning of 1997 Queen by 1996 Queen Sarah Hughes Presentation of 1997 Honored Citizens HOME IMPROVEMENTS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment, whatever you call “home you can make it better! - Program Subject to Change - 1077) as chairman. Talent Show winners appear on the Saturday Welcome by Douglas Kelsey Master of Ceremonies for the Weekend .Pancakes American Legion/Nashville Lions Starting at 11:00 a.m. Bar-B-Que Chicken - Lions Club 7: 30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pancakes - Band Boosters 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Arts A Crafts Show to be held on the stage downtown with Don Rasey (726­ 6:00 a.m. GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds in The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. We care about how you look at... IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR VERMONTVILLE Friday, April 25*, 1997 6:30 P.M. Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints • Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning SUNDAY 1:30 p.m... . „ “Votcen of Praise” 3:30 to 4:00 p.mJ4:30 to 5:00 p.m. ........... ... .. Barber Shop Quartet * Skits Presentations: Rep. Frank Fitzgerald 11:45 a.m. 12:00 a.m 12:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m Dutch Dancers Glen Erin Bagpipe Band Billy Calhoun Band Grand Parade For more information about this year's festival please phone: Parade Theme:"Tournament ofTree Tappers" Parade Chairman: Russell & Bonnie Laverty Grand Marshal: Earl & Loma Wilson 3:00 p.m to 3:45 p.m .Talent Winner* 4:00 p.m Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull 6:00-8:00 p.m Dancing with DecJay. Opera House N. Petting Zoo at the Maple Manor (517)726-0394 or any producer. ^Bo tun and visit the Arte and Crafts at Maplewood School.l. Thia la an outstanding variety of crafts. . Coordinator Hlldrsd ftabody The Producers Take Pride In Bringing You Pure Maple Syrup A Maple Products LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 VISA ► �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 4 ( Don't Miss the MAPLE VALLEY SYRUP FESTIVALThis WeekendT^ SYRUP FESTIVAL EVENTS, continued from Page 2 3 p.m.: Time for the announcement of talent show winners. Top winners of Friday evening's talent show will again be on stage to entertain crowds at festival. 3:30 to 4 p.m., and again from 4:30 to 5: the Barber Shop Quartet and skits will be another attraction at the Opera House. 4 p.m.: The Puff Dragon Pedal Tractor Pull. This event will take place on Main Street in front of the stage area. 6 to 8 p.m.: Time for some "Dancing With DeeJay"! Two hours of dancing will be available in the Opera House and all ages are welcome. Don't forget the arts and crafts at Maplewood School Saturday. That exhibit will open at 10 a.m. and features crafters from all over. After sampling sweet maple candy from local producers and if you've room for lunch, the Lions Club will be serving barbecued chicken. Chefs will have the grill fired up most of the afternoon in front ofthe Methodist Church. providing entertainment. There is now lots of seating in the Opera House. 12:30 p.m.: The Billy Calhoun Band. 2 p.m.: Time for the grand parade. This year's theme, "Tournament of the Tree Tappers" is the result of a contest among area sixth-graders. Rachelle-Dreallette of Nashville can be credited for the tree tapper idea and of course will be part ofthe grand parade. Other Continued next page —i (Top right): Meet the 1997 Maple Syrup Queen Mandy Pierce and Alternate Beth Sleeper. Both girls are looking forward to this weekend’s events, from eating their share of pancakes and syrup to waving to their special moment on stage. (At right): The Children’s parade is always a big hit at Syrup Festival. This year’s theme, “101 Ways to Sweetness,” should provide some interesting floats. Clowns always make the festival extra fun for youngsters. This little cutie belongs to Bob and Carol Dwyer of Nashville. 5^ pk QOODJTIME (517) 852-1985 Pk 5 7th Annual 501 N. MAIN NASHVILLE, MI Dining * Carry Out Delivery Pk gazellas Maple Syrup Festival! Hudsonville Dutch Made Ice Cream Maple Syrup Festival Specials! < Supermarket Nashville, Michigan Root Beer Float So-Dry FLAVORS of Paper Towels CREAM < 33.8 oz. Mug FLAVORS of POP St> Country Fresh Pride 1/2 gal. Now Serving.. Ice Cream Spaghetti Dinner Sundae / 51 $225 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a..m. to Midnight; Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 .m. * Buy One Get One Soft and Good 24 oz Bread Fresh Gound Hamburger lb. 999 Reed • Nashville • 852-1991 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 5 ( Don’t Miss theMAPLE VALLEY SYRUP FESTI VALThis wiri) From previous page — Roast Beef dinners will also be served at the Congregational Church. Again, Crown Amusements will have rides and games throughout the day and evening, the Historical Museum will be open to guests, and those with small children may want Gene Fisher always keeps things interesting during Festival weekend. Who knows what kind of get up he will be wearing in this years parade. He may even have something planned for the very first pet parade! Express Your Appreciation NATIONAL SECRETARIES' WEEK April 21-25, 1997 AFS Super SecretaryiM Bouquet Sunday, April 27: No excuses for missing Church during Syrup Festival weekend. This year combined services sponsored by the Methodist Church of Vermontville, and the Congregational Church will be held at the Congregational Church at 111 a.m. And a new addition to Sunday services in Vermontville — Grace Community Church services will be held on Center Stage. Those services are also scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. In case of rain, Grace Community will meet at the high school auditorium. Noon: Your last chance to take in amusement rides and games. Crown Amusements will be offering a Sunday afternoon special, six hours of rides for $8. Noon: The Lansing Ramblers Dixie Band will be on Center Stage entertaining crowds. 1 p.m.: Time for one last introduction of this year's queen and alternate, and then let the games begin! 1 p.m.: Arm wrestling, which usually brings people in from all over, and is very entertaining. Those with lots of muscle may want to stick around for a wood chopping contest, and there are then lots of games for the kids, like the egg toss, and digging for pennies. There will also be rope making and antique saw demonstrations. 1:30 p.m.: Voices of Praise. This gospel group has entertained crowds at festival time now for years. 3:30 to 5 p.m.: One last chance.for the Barber Shop Quartet. For Sale FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS’ FISH FARM, 08988 35th St, Gobles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings. Custom Portraiture Also... • Fine Art Prints • Custom Trophy ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, April 27. All Plush Animals Mapes Florist - Delivery Available - 207 N. Main St, Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 |*tSF| 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm ■■■■I This is part of Festival activities two years ago. I wonder what this years queen and altternate have planned???? Arts and crafts will be available all day at the Maplewood elementary building just up the street, and just as they did Saturday, local producers will be anxious to have visitors sample their goods. Festivities will be taking place until late Sunday afternoon, with thousands able to take advantage of the variety of activities. Finally, late Sunday, the stage will come down, the last pancake will be eaten and Vermontville once again will become a quiet little town with "sweet memories." Antiques 40% Off ' to check out the petting zoo, sponsored by the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. Buckle Designs • Graphic Design • Equine Portraiture • Discount Matting and Framing Featuring 300 exhibitors displaying over one million anti­ ques. First show of 1997. Show rain or shine, 7:30am to 4:30pm, located at the fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan. $3 admission. Call or write for a free full color brochure and details about custom artwork. 263 East Main, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Phone (517) 726-0817 OW-JKL JlIi ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed Sift Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.......................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School..... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service......... 11 a.m. (Nursety Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St, Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship........................ .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ......... 1 1 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service..........9:30 a.m. Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.................. 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service..............................6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service..................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service............................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship......... 1 a.m. \fter School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 . Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Worship Service;................. 9:45 Sunday School.................... 11:15 Sunday a.m. Worship.................. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 CT PYPII CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH CJ I M-79 West ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Church Service........ 11 a.m PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �Th* Mopl* Volley N*w» Nowhvill*. Tuetdoy, April 22. 1997 — Pog* 6 Self defense course set for women area women will be able to take part in a course that could In light of the recent armed robbery at Cappon's in charge, hoping that alll man has decided to do his part to teach area women the ba­ sics of seif defense and what to do if attacked. Just a few short weeks ago, during an armed robbery at the station on Main Street, a young woman was struck sev­ eral times. Paul Felder. 13. who is a first degree black belt expert; will team up with the Nashville Police Department next month to provide this class, which will be free of save their lives. Nashville, one area young Courses begin on Monday. May 5. at 7 p.m., and will run each consecutive Monday in May at the Community Building at Putnam Park. De­ pending on attendance, the program may continue on a regular basis. Felder hopes to involve all working women and teen-age girls in the community, any- one who may be vulnerable to attackers like in the armed Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call llfor f same-day d approval. l CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 robbery situation. This is open to all ages 12 and over,” he said. "I want to teach them to protect them­ selves." He added," If they learn nothing more than how to get away from an attacker, I will have accomplished some­ thing." Police officers from the vil­ lage also plan to do their part in educating those in atten­ dance, teaching women what to do in case of an attack and how to turn items in their purses into weapons. Self defense courses such as this have never been offered in Nashville, another reason that Felder feels this is important, allowing the opportunity to obtain the information with­ out having to drive far. Anyone who wants to ob­ tain more information about the classes can call Felder at 852-9252. SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION Maplewood Quilt displayed at Goodtime Pizza If you haven't seen the Maplewood quilt yet you can catch a glimpse at Goodtime Pizza in Nashville where Jack DeGroot and his employees have displayed it above their dining area where everyone can enjoy the bright colors while they enjoy pizza or one of his many daily specials. Helping to hang the quilt are restaurant owner Jack DeGroot, Sue Raffler, Chris Rorstmuen, Jenny Reynolds, Cindy Allwardt, and Rob Pluchinsky with his little helpers Kaleb and Austin. NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD APRIL 29,1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, will be held In the school district, on Tuesday, April 29,1997.' THE POUS OF ELECTION WILL BE OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING. The following propositions will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond election: I. BONDING PROPOSAL SCHOOL BUILDING ADDITIONS Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Seven Million Two Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($7,220,000) and Issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and Improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and Improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping high school additions to and partially remodeling, furnishing and re-equipping the middle/high school and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) II. BONDING PROPOSAL BUS MAINTENANCE FACILITY Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of • not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000) and issue Its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: erecting, furnishing and equipping a new bus maintenance facility; and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) HL BONDING PROPOSAL FOOTBALL FIELD FACILITY RELOCATION Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Three Hundred Thousand Dollars ($300,000) and issue Its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: constructing, furnishing and equipping improvements tp and relocating the football field facilities to the high school site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION, WILL BE GENERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester, Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education Voting Place: Ruth (Byrans) Swanson Holder celebrated her 90th birthday on April 16, 1997. Let’s have a card shower for her. Her address is Ruth Holder, 25060 Battle Creek Hwy., Bellevue, Mich. 49021, c/o Patricia’s Foster Care Home. Garage Sale ANTIQUES, COLLECTI­ BLES and miscellaneous. Friday & Saturday, 25 th & 26th, 9 am. 17 9 E. Main, Vermontville. TWO FAMILY GARAGE SALE 260 N. Main St. Vermontville. Office desk, dining room table with 6 chairs and a hutch, crib and changing table, couch, Troybilt garden tiller, toys, clothes children to adult, Friday & Saturday, April 25 & 26, 9-5. National Ads GOV’T FORCLOSED HOMES from pennies on $1. Delinquent tax, repo’s, REO’s. Your area. Toll free 1-800-218-9000 Ext A-10099 for current listings.______ SEIZED CARS FROM $175. Porsches, Cadillacs, Chevys, BMW’s, Corvettes. Also Jeeps, 4WD’s. Your area. Toll free 1-800-218-9000 Ext A-10099 for current listings. WORK FROM HOME: earn $3,500 a month mailing coupons. For more details call 1-617-455-1918. Hansens to celebrate 25th anniversary Kim and Denise Hansen will be celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary on April 22nd. The couple resides in Nashville and have three children. A surprise party was given in their honor and they will be going on a weekend getaway given to them by their family-. V CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP u CHERYL PIERCE, Owner ° 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI • 517-852-2377 A o A y... V VA A i & Children Hoinv Mnn Rr \kloA Q . nours. Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm GARAGE , AV EDA. Q 1 THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PURI; flower and plant essences XOIf1t O ft X 1 Huae -4T Family Sale • 1971 Mark III Lincoln Car - Excellent Shape * Zerox Copy Machine • Antiques/Furniture • Glassware/Houseware • Excellent Clothing 2645 Arbor Rd. April 26 • 8:00 am to 3 pm �Valloy News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22. 1997 — Pope 7 Financial accountability workshop set May 15 Michigan State University Extension in southwest Michigan is offering a unique workshop to take up the issue of financial accountability. The workshop is designed to help an organization create an efficient bookkeeping system that establishes checks and balances. Emphasis will be on understanding the interinter­ relatedness of the systems and the people involved. Included in the workshop is a hands-on demonstration of the microcomputer software Lamb weigh-in day set April 27 The 1997 Eaton County 4-H Market Lamb Weigh-In is scheduled for Sunday, April 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Eaton County Fairgrounds in Charlotte. This is mandatory for all members who plan to show and sell market and carcass lambs at the fair. There will be a sheep shearer available to shear any market or breeding animals 4-H members need to have shorn. Cost will be $2.50 per animal. For more information, call Sheep Superintendents Dorothy Bosworth, (517) 543-3730, Duane Tirrell, (517) 543-7395 or the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. program Quicken that sets up a basic bookkeeping system. “This is a popular and affordable money management program that is easily adaptable to the needs of most nonprofit organizations,” explains Ray Fast, MSU Exten­ sion technology agent. The workshop will be held at the Mawby Center, Battle Creek Thursday, May 15, 1997 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The cost of the program that includes lunch and breaks is $49 a person (if registered by May 8), after May 8, the fee is $60. For registration in­ formation please call your county Extension office or Mona Ellard, MSU Extension — Eaton County at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Obituaries This.week will be your last chance to purchase a ticket for the 2nd annual Maplewood quilt raffle. Doug Durkee is among the hundreds who have already chosen what they believe to be the lucky ticket' will it be yours? These salesmen along sde of Doug are Chad Croff, Jennie Pettengill, Cashel Harp, Danielle Myers and Micah Tobias. 7 Esther Histed NASHVILLE Esther Histed, age 72, of Nashville, passed away Friday, April 18, 1997 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mrs. Histed was born Febru­ ary 12, 1925 in LaGrange, Indiana. She worked at Orchard Industry from 1951-1963 and Hastings Manufacturing from 1963 until her retirement in 1987. She was a life member ofthe Nash­ ville VFW Womens Auxiliary Post #8260. Esther loved all people, especially children and Harold C. "Fuzzy”Woodard. NASHVILLE - Harold C. “Fuzzy” Woodard, age 88, of Nashville, passed away Satur­ day, April 19, 1997 at Heart­ land Health Care Center, Wyoming. He was bom March 1,1909 in Nashville, the son ofJohn & Nora (Kinney) Woodard. Mr. Woodard graduated from Nashville High School in 1927 and attended Davenport College in Grand Rapids. He married Ethel Cheever on July 22, 1939 in Kalamazoo. Mr. Woodard was employed Leo E. Stambaugh NASHVILLE - Leo E. Stambaugh, age 70, of Nash­ ville, passed away Wednesday, April 16,1997 at Mercy Pavil­ lion, Battle Creek. He was bom in Vermontvil­ le on May 19,1926, the son of Earl and Arlie (Wilcox) Stambaugh. Mr. Stambaugh graduated from Vermontville and was a World War II Veteran serving in the Army in the Phillipines. He married Roberta “Bert” Woolston in Hastings on April 4, 1947, she passed away October 2, 1995. Mr. Stambaugh was a super­ visor for General Motors in Lansing and enjoyed fishing and traveling to fishing spots. He is survived by his son, e Hansen will be celetoq1’ jyefsuy on April ilfe ond tae hij' given in J etedjeM^1" etedjeM Gary (Marie) Stambaugh of Nashville; one brother, Lyle (Bonnie) Stambaugh of Nash­ ville; one sister, Doria (Glen) Betts ofNashville; his mother, Arlie Shaffer of Hastings; three grandchildren, Mike, Ron and Sandy; four great grandchildren, Jessica, Logan, K.C. and Sadie Michelle, also several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, April 18, 1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Rev. James Hynes of Nashville United Methodist Church officiated. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Last chance to purchase quilt tickets she loved to cook. She is survived by her husband of34 years, Raymond Histed; three sons, Jerry (Carol) Slocum of Mason, David (Carol) Slocum ofCharlotte and Kevin (Lori) Slocum of Tennessee; two daughters, Tyann (Bob) Drake ofHolt and LaRae (Mark) Tompkins of Lansing; seventeen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert W. Burman and an infant great grandson, David A. Slocum. Memorial services will be at the Nashville VFW Post #8260 at 1:00 p.m. on April 22,1997. In lieu offlowers contributions may be made to the Barry Community Hospice, Nashvil­ le VFW or charity of one’s choice. April 26th & 27th • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts c U U P 0 N SOUTH MAIN during the Festival. Sign upfor a FREE DRAWING! Come visit us at our large display at 26-4 and Vanessa Reed ofPhoenix, Arizona; three grandchildren, Benjamin Nystrom of Battle, Creek, Andrew Fox of Phoenix, Arizona and Stephanie (Phillip) Broekhuizen of Hopkins opkins and one sister, Bertha ertha Estelle of Battle Creek. Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Nashville’s Putnam Library. Arrangemens were were made mae Arrangements by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. SEE US TOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS {IF*fJFr 57th Annual — Maple Syrup Festival at Oldsmobile in Lansing for 23 years and owned and operated Woodard’s Service Station in Nashville for 25 years, retiring in 1981.. He played on Hastings City Softball League and managed gg E.W. Bliss softball team which won the State Championship in 1967. Mr. Woodard was preceded iin death by his wife, Ethel Woodard. . He is survived by three daughters, Cynthia Eggers of E Eagle River, Wisconsin, Arlene Beimers of Wyoming Full Color Copies; dr each 814x11” only Ii Expires April 15th, 1997 [ (No copyrighted pictures) I Char otte • Lithograph A division of J-Ad Graphics TROWBRIDGE SERVICE 130 South Main Street • Vermontville • 517-726-0569 Hours: Tues. - Fri. 7 am - 6 pm; Sat. 8 am - 4 pm (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. April 22, 1997 — Page 8 Alternate queen sees this year’s festival as “dream come true by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Beth Sleeper has always looked forward to Syrup Fes­ tival time, but this year will be even more special for the Vermontville teen because she will celebrate it as alternate queen. "Our whole family has been involved with festivities of one sort or another during fes­ tival weekend," said her mother, Barbara Sleeper. "Beth's first visit to the syrup festival was when she was just three and one half months old!" Of course, Beth says she can't remember that particular year, hut there have been many oth­ ers in which she recalls face painting, the rides, the games, marching in the parade with the Maple Valley band and taking it all in with one of her best friends, this year's queen, Mandy Pierce. It turns out that the two have planned that special weekend ever since they went to kindergarten together. There were many years spent in the petting zoo. where Mandy's mom was in charge of the critters; entering the greased pig contest (no longer an event); peddling in the kiddies tractor pull, or working as "pooper scoopers" in the parade! The two girls, when younger, often talked of when they would be old enough to be nominated as syrup queen, sure that one of them would get the honor. "Mandy always said that someday she would be a queen," laughed Beth. "And I always wanted her dream to come true. Now’we get to do it together!" She added that though she With six children and two busy careers, Leroy and Barbara Sleeper are always on the go. (from left) Leah, Michael, Josh, Barbara, Leroy and Beth. Beth's older brothers, Jeff and Brian are missing from this photo. Older brother Missing are Jeff and Brian who are now grown and on their own. Beth's very first Syrup Festival was when she was just 3 1/2 years old! She has fond memories through the years like parades, rides, and face painting. This was taken when she was just a pre schooler. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtor* Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS" • Multiple Utting Service (MLS) •Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells........................... NASHVILLE • 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. 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(VL-63) 26x30 looks forward to eating lots of pancakes and trying her hand at arm wrestling, the parade will top off her weekend. She and Mandy will be riding on top of thht float, just like they have always dreamed about. "I've been practicing my wave,' she giggled. "I've al­ ways wanted to do that princess kind ofwave." She has practiced that wave many times when riding with her dad in one of his antique cars in previous years. What's it take to earn the ti­ tle of syrup queen or alternate? Beth said, "hours of study." "Mandy and I got notes from Sarah and Roxanne (1996 Queen Sarah Hughes and Alternate Roxanne Guernsey) read lots of old arti­ cles at the library and even rented a video from 1985 events," she said. "Dad was in the video driving his white corvette. That's when I decided to practice my wave!" This year, while Beth is atop the float, her parents hope to break away from other activities long enough to en­ joy the whole parade. It has been difficult through the years to relax at all during fes­ tival. weekend, with one of another of the couple's six children in numerous events. That schedule most years includes getting their children, four boys and two girls, to both the Kiddie and the grand parade in uniform, and finding a time that dad can work alongside the band boosters to serve up pancakes and syrup. "Dad always flips pancakes at festival," said Beth. "And I work alongside of him. Usually I get to waitress!" And the parades? Each of the six Sleeper children are musically inclined, all playing in the Maple Valley band as soon as they were old enough, and most playing more than one instrument. Beth, also a member of the jazz band, said that music is something that the whole family enjoys. It may have all started with hei mom's old piano. 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"I had won $75 and my dad said I could buy anything that I wanted. I choose that piano." Ironically, none of the kids play the piano, that's mom's job. But there are saxophones, clarinets, trumpets and the like around the Sleepers' home, creating some interest­ ing symphonies of sorts. "I'm the only one who doesn't play an instrument," said the father. "I just run the tape recorder!" A visit to the Sleepers' home might remind someone of the Waltons, finding mom and dad and the kids all sitting around the dining rootn table discussing the day's events or scheduling a family trip. The only difference is that at the Sleepers' home it is usually over a bowl of ice cream topped with maple syrup, rather than over a pot of soup like many recall on Walton's mountain. Though mom and dad have busy careers and each of the their children are involved in The third annual Janet Pormany activities, there is still ritt Fund-raiser Event is Fri­ special family time. It may be day, May 2, from 8 p.m. to a fishing trip, or camping midnight, at the VFW Post trip, or discussing trying No. 2406, 695 Lansing Road, something new, like the year Charlotte. they decided to teach their Janet Porritt was a Maple children all about boiling sap. Valley High School graduate, That was several years ago, Nashville resident and a but the memories and the spot Meadowview School staff member who died ofleukemia on the kitchen ceiling make three years ago. She was an the experience seem like only advocate for the children and yesterday. families she served. To honor "We wanted our children to her memory, staff members experience first hand the from the Eaton Intermediate whole process," said Barbara. School District created the They began by tapping trees “Janet Porritt Memorial around their Ionia Road home, Did you know that the 1997 Alternate Queen was Fund” which has now been and hanging makeshift buck­ also a master gardener? Beth has quite a green formally organized as a trust ets designed from empty thumb according to her mom. account at the ISD. tomato juice cans. They col­ The Porritt fund is used lected many gallons of sap and throughout the year to pay for then attempted to boil syrup "It took all day arid many At home she cooks, sews equipment or services needed in just a pan on the kitchen gallons of sap," recalled Bar- and gardens, and is very active by handicapped students or stove. bara, laughing. "We stirred in her youth group at the As­ their families. Spending is on­ and stirred and managed to re­ sembly of God Church in ly approved when the purally steam up the kitchen (a Nashville. chases are not possible spot on the ceiling where the She is always looking through the school district or paint is gone from the steam ahead, planning to meet one other agency. Examples of the Porritt is a gentle reminder). When more goal. The next is college we got done all we had was after graduation. Plans are to fund expenditures include the about a half pint of syrup!" attend Michigan State Univer­ purchase of adaptive equip­ After that they decided that the sity and someday become a ment for students to use in maple syrup experience in fu­ pediatric nafaraligist ture fears would include "pro­ (children's kidney specialist). fessional producers." Once through that program Beth has inherited that light she will be a fourth generation hearted spirit from her mother, graduate ofMSU. and is willing to try most Over the next year, how­ anything. Many will recog­ ever, she and Mandy will con­ nize her from baseball and centrate their efforts on their basketball teams at school, reign as queen and alternate, Spanish club, National Honor making as many parades and Society or even from her de­ festivals as possible all over but on stage at the Maple Val­ the state hoping to promote ley auditorium as Aunti Em her community and the syrup The Sleepers are a very close family and quite often in the recent production of the industry that has put Ver­ take fishing trips together. Looks like dad and Beth "Wizard of Oz.” montville on the map. had a successful day on the lake! Law protects local maple syrup producers Local maple syrup pro­ ducers are protected by a law enacted last year, said an area legislator who co-sponsored the measure. EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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Many believed that the lack of state standards hurt Michigan producers, par­ ticularly those who offered higher quality syrup for sale. “There were products ofin­ ferior quality, from Michigan and out-of-state, sold side-by­ side with better quality syrups, ” F itzgerald said. “Now we’ve taken a giant step toward eliminating incon­ sistent products and dissatisfied customers. “This region has a wonder­ ful tradition as one of the foremost maple syrup centers in the state. This law helps to enhance our reputation for excellence.” SI Good wl Neighbor maJ Pharmacy Quality Vitamin Products At Sensible Prices Vitamin C 500 mg. Central-Vite Gotu Kola Cayenne 130's 100's Ferrous Sulfate Evening Primrose Oil Calcium 600 mg. w/D Children's 60s (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE their homes, scholarships to help handicapped students at­ tend summer camps, and pur­ chase of medicine while a family’s medical insurance problems were being resolved. This year’s entertainment is provided by “The Tommy Rockers” — a band named in memory of Meadowview School student Tommy Brown, who died one year ago of medical complications from Trisomy-13. Tommy’’s father, Dave Brown, is one of the guitar players in the band, which also includes Eaton In­ termediate staff members Sandy Sevenski and Mark Dennis. Other band members are Tommy’s uncle, Chris Clemens; Mike Sevenski; Renee Sevenski; and Mark Cutler. Food, silent auction, 50/50 raffles and dancing add fun to the event. Tickets cost $10 and may be purchased in advance from Marilyn Line at the Meadowview School office, or at the door. For ticket information, call 543-5500 or 484-2929, extension 150. March/April 1997 Chewable Vitamin w/ Extra C • 100's �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday. April 22, 1997 — Page 10 Bond issue to be more costly than we’re told From Our Readers Vote ‘no’ if you care about your local tax bill! To the editor: Vote on April 29 if you care about your tax bill! Here are some points to think about: Teachers teach — not rooms! The portables are almost paid for, they are heated, air conditioned, some need maintenance but doesn’t everything? When we did the restructuring we were told we would never need more rooms, why now? Enrollment has to be near an all-time low for Maple Valley, so we should not need more rooms. The State Supreme Court has said the state should pay if it mandates programs! So cut some special ed programs and save $600,000-$700,000 and free some rooms. The bus garage is badly needed, but for $250,000? The track and football field is a joke! When the idea was first brought to the board on Dec. 12, 1994, $310,000 was to get a track, football field, bleachers, press box and lighting. Maybe we have a board with a silver spoon! Didn’t they spend $11,000 more than was recommended for an incompetent outfield and it still isn’t done. Isn’t this the same board that in June of 1996 the now president and vice president both said they were there to take recommen­ dations from administration not give them? Didn’t we elect people to represent us? With these kind of actions, can we trust the M.V. board to handle 8 -million more dollars? They say Kellogg School is no good for grade school kids, but OK for high school kids, why? I could go on and on, but the point is they are basically asking for three blank checks and then will decide for sure what they are going to do and hope the kids will pass it for them. Vote April 29. Ron Tobias Nashville Paper should apologize for ‘smearing’ driver bus driver. I would like to comment on that article. I ad­ dress my comments to not on­ ly the writer, but to her editor, as well. Something is terribly wrong here. Since when does losing your job make the headlines, five half columns and the front page? Doesn’t matter really KF KFKF KFKV KF KF KFKF KF KF why, or what the cir­ cumstances were, the bottom line is, she didn’t deserve to be “smeared.” She could have just been let go from the j job. The public didn’t have to know her name. Perhaps there were some safety issues here, that was OK, but, you could have just said, “a local bus driver.” I have grandchildren in this school system, and if I needed to know the driver’s k ** Come see and hear the Calliope name, I could have called the and Nickleodeon and the Hand school. I could complain To the editor: What a refreshing change in the Maple Valley News the week of April 7 when we read about kids challenging their teacher in a reading contest. The previous week we read the smear of a public school .Jf Joidois %odcjia|yts1 Oeianics dud fiends CT Opened For The Season CT April 26th! ..J g Carved Carousel Horses. kifg Lots ofunique gifts, florals and jewelry to browse through. MK Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 10 am - 4 pm M-66 - State Rd. Rd., N a s h ville ™£ To the editor: Maple Valley Schools’ stu­ dent count is as low as it has ever been since consolidation of Vermontville and Nashville, and yet the cry goes out for more money. The bond issue being put before voters is a far greater cost than is being shown. Let’s take the $60,000 home and look a little closer. Some would have you believe that the cost is only $69.60 per year and only $5.83 per month. They are not telling you that this is over and above the three mills set to expire. So instead of a tax cut of $90, you were about to receive, you will continue to pay this $90 this year, along with the $69.60 for a total cost of $159.60, not $5.83 per month but $13.30 per month or 44 ™kk m about a bus driver’s driving, but I wouldn’t want the driver “smeared” on the front page of the newspaper. A good reporter reports the news, but trys to respect the “private” rights of individuals. Had she committed a crime, by law, then we should have a name. I think a terrible injustice has been done to this driver. 1 suggest to the Maple Valley News and to its editor, that this reporter print a public apology to this bus driver. If you do not see fit to do that, please let me know if anything at all is said to this reporter about her mistake. I would like to do an article on the comments and publish it in the paper, five half columns, and on the front page for everyone to read. Teresa Strader, Nashville Engagements KT___1 .. Phone: 517-852-1945 KF KF KF KF KF KF KF KF KF KF KF Metzger - Mace TRAFFIC CONTROL ORDINANCE #4-10-97 There shall be no parking at any time within the east right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to the north side of the Thornapple River. There shall be parking north of the Thornapple River north to the Village limits, where marked for parking on the roadway. There shall be no parking at any time within the west right-of-way of M-66 from 100 feet south of Reed Street north to 300 feet south of the Thornapple River and from 100 feet south of the Thornapple river north to the north Village limit. This order becomes effective when signs giving notice of same have been erected. Moved by Pash, supported by Dunham that this Traffic Control Ordinance be adopted as read. Dated: 4-10-97 Ayes: Pash, White, Mapes, May, Kenyon, Wolff, Dunham Nays: None Absent: None Jim Folk Traffic Engineer Acting Chief of Police Cathy Lentz Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk, do hereby certify that the above is a true copy of an ordinance adopted by the Nashville Council, on, April 12,1997. Cathy Lentz Village Clerk Phil and Laura Metzger and Dave and Kathy Mace of Nashville, are pleased to an­ nounce die engagement of their children Lisa Metzger and Matthew Mace. Lisa is a 1994 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently attending Western Michigan Universi­ ty. She will graduate in December 1997 with a major in accountancy. Lisa is employed by Western Michigan University as a junior accountant. Matthew is a 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is currently attending Western Michigan Universi­ ty. He will graduate in August 1998 with a major in com­ puter information systems. Matthew is self-employed as a computer consultant and web site developer. An Aug. 23, 1997 wedding is being planned. - cents per day. This is not quite as rosy a picture, and remember this is not just a three-year raise, it’s for 29 years. Let’s look at some other figures that should be con­ sidered. What about current property values and the rate at which they are climbing? Here I quote, “Home values increase in districts where schools are recognized for their excellence.” My taxes are going up fast enough and what does adding more rooms have to do with greater excellence? If we use their base of $60,000 actual and $30,000 taxable and take the average inflation rate of 3 percent per year in just five years. This after just five years. Think what the costs will be in 10, 15 or 20 years. In each case, we figure a low 3 percent average infla­ tion rate based on a $60,000 property — ten years, $80,637-$40,319 taxes are $214.90 up $55 per year; 15 years, $93,481-$46,741, taxes are now $249.19; and 20 years, $108,380-$54,190, taxes at this point have reach­ ed $288.83, an increase of $129.23 over the starting cost and if you were to use the $69.60 figure. That seems to be what those pushing the idea like to use then the cost is a big $219.23 increase over what we were told. $200 is a fair amount of money. Let’s jump in the final year of this bond issue and look once again at our taxes. Pro­ perty values will have reached $141,411 market value, $70,706 taxable value, and the taxes will now be $386.86 an increase of $135 percent. This figures out to be $31.41 per month and $1.03 per day, seven days a week. Some of the reasons given in different articles mention that at Fuller Street School you have to be a third-grader before you get a permanent room. Does this mean that there are so many thirdgraders they take up the whole building? What could we possibly do about this, and of course the greater fear of tor­ nadoes or parental kidnapp­ ing? Is it possible to remove our principal from one of the largest rooms in this building and return it to the kids? That’s after all what this is all about. Maybe a portable could be used as the office and then the kids could have the school and the safety it affords them. Just a thought about the bus garage: Is it really a good idea? I’m not saying we may not need something, but at a cost of a quarter of . a million dollars? After what just hap­ pened to our hot lunch pro­ gram, where we have privatized this as a result of “losing money” or at least this is what we were told. What is to prevent this same thing happening to the transportation dept.? I don’t feel we should construct a very expensive building and in just a few years and with some creative bookkeeping later find out we are losing too much money and turn this building over to some private company. Let’s also think about this great need for classrooms and then look at the hundreds of thousands of dollars we have spent on a new track and the added hundreds of thousands more that they want to com­ plete it. I can only estimate that the result of track/football field will total $700,000, a lot of money, which could have gone a long way toward eliminating a number of portables. One last look at the total tax cost on a $60,000 property, if taxes stayed at just $159.60 per year for the entire 29 years it would cost you $4,628.40 in total taxes, but as property always does, it goes up in value, so also will your total tax to $7,607.58 over the bond issue period. This isn’t the last time the school is going to come knocking at your door. There will be wage in­ creases, energy cost increases and whatever else they can think of to tax you with. I have no idea how many people are for or against this issue. If there are at least 1,500 people in favor of this, than maybe they could all just donate $5,000 each and this will take care of the matter and save a number of senior citizens the worry of how much longer they can stay in their homes. What will this project end up costing the tax payers? How can they tell us the time line on the beginning of con­ struction of this project? Are they so sure of this passing that they have already lined up a company? Think about these questions and ask yourself, is all of this really for the kids? Gary Spidel '_____________Nashville Fast pitch softball clinic set for May 4 The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association is holding a fast pitch softball clinic for girls ages 10 years and up. The clinic will be Sunday, May 4 from 2-4 p.m. at the high school softball field. In case of rain, the clinic will be in the high school gymnasium. The clinic is for any girl who wishes to learn fast pitch softball or for those who wish to "brush up* their skills. Parents, players and coaches are welcome to attend. FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontvilfe �s The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 11 New basketball courts proposed for village of Nashville rvi£K ri£K ;;»» S»»SSJ SmSsJ **{M'W! ' *{MW! *S'l lV ■ ^'!*iJjS !iJ ! :>h j ?W» I ■» ;*’?<» i ?:$-s :$-s Sk> k> Nashville soon may have new basketball courts, provid­ ing there is support from Vil­ lage Councils Kevin Roost approached of­ ficials with a proposal April 10 that would eliminate one tennis court in Putnam Park, and with some renovations, that area would be used for two basketball courts, some­ thing he feels is badly needed. "I coach basketball and love to work with kids," he said. "A lot of local people are driv­ ing to Charlotte and Hastings to play at this point because there are no facilities here in town." Just what does Roost have in mind? "I would like to put a pole in the middle of one of the current tennis courts," he said. "And a basketball hoop on each side. This would turn that tennis court into two full basketball courts or four half courts allowing many in the community to make use of the facility." Roost says that though the idea itself is a simple one, itt won't be without expense. He has some ideas, however, that would fund the project and at the same time get the com­ munity involved and promote downtown Nashville. "Prices are going up for this type of project," he said. "It will cost about $5,000, but I am sure that we can raise the money." That $5,000 would purchase top of the line equipment di­rectly from a manufacturer that had been contacted. All would be at manufacturer's cost rather than retail to save dollars. ' Some of Roost's ideas in­ clude basketball or softball tournaments, a special presen­ tation or family day at Put­ nam Park, or an auction. "We can raise the money a little at a time, if need be," he said. "I am hoping that the village could fund the project initially and then we could pay back the money as we had 10 '*» ils* ils **e Kii> '*•l*l School Lunch Menu li ta’"* * rWil a> nti *’k*'B*t > *t‘a Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu these type of fund-raisers. I believe that we could raise enough funds for maintenance of the courts once erected also." He added that he felt it would be realistic to plan on raising the entire amount needed within one year or less. Roost also said that he had personal funds to donate to the project, funds he had earned oyer the winter months plowing driveways, etc. He said he feels that aside from raising the funds, some of his ideas for tournaments and community events could boost sales for local mer­ chants and bring more atten­ tion to Nashville and to Put- Wednesday, April 23 Si *>4 * * **‘«ta<hw It $,Lk»! Il In »■» ■ahpfcyam.j ’rat taitos Wi ;r* t®a Hips’ hi it, tlii it it ■ re itiisnsj® in manifcprejat?Art b toiatoftap^ rnr Bijtetaii'H? ran la^Mitais H b3 juxtliijMHi I» iitiWW Mb a<t UM w»W|M SssfcW ,d' iii jska*^ rfk (fcir»* s* gtytEity' salad, Thursday, April 24 Tuna noodle casserole, sweet potatoes, peaches, muf­ fin, salad bar, K-nuggets. Friday, April 25 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce, bread/margarine. Monday, April 28 Burrito/sauce, green beans, rice, pears, bread/margarine. Tuesday, April 29 Ravioli, corn, mixed fruit, roll/margarine, salad bar. Wednesday, April 30 Chicken patty/bun, whip­ ped potatoes, garden salad, pineapple. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. mashed potatoes/gravy, peaches, milk. Macaroni & cheese, steam­ ed broccoli, peaches, brownie, milk. Note: Breakfast includes; milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 23 Spaghetti, roll & butter, tossed salad, pear halves, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, April 24 Pizza, garlic toast, green beans, applesauce, 1/2 pint milk. Friday, April 25 Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, April 23 Monday, April 28 Thursday, April 24 Pizza or salad bar, garlic toast, green beans, apple sauce, milk. Friday, April 25 Cheeseburger or pizza, bak­ ed beans, peaches, chocolate cake, milk. Monday, April 28 Nachos, tossed salad, cor­ nbread & butter, cherry crisp, milk. Tuesday, April 29 Turkey slice, roll & butter, Nachos, combread & but­ ter, tossed salad, cherry crisp, 1/2 pint milk. Tuesday, April 29 Turkey gravy, roll & but­ ter, mashed potatoes, peaches, 1/2 pint milk. Wednesday, April 30 Macaroni & cheese, steam­ ed broccoli, pear halves, brownie, 1/2 pint milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. COB0 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair ST!HL Reps will be here I H M to answer all your questions!!! 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Roost said he would prefer to get the project under way before school is out and the park becomes busy with summer activities. However, council members said they needed time to think about the proposition before dipping into general funds to finance the project. That decision is expected Thursday, April 24. We will have the STIHL equipment display trailer on site. The trailer displays all STIHL Power Equipment. Cheeseburger, baked beans, peaches, chocolate cake, 1/2 pint milk. • Spaghetti or pizza, roll & butter, tossed salad, pear halves, milk. ton. "This idea isn't 'pie in the" sky stuff.' We need to support this kind of activity to help our community." Callton also said he be­ lieved the idea was a good one from the standpoint that the current tennis courts are not used as they had been before. One especially needs repairs, something that would take place with renovations of the basketball courts. One tennis court would service all of the needs in Nashville. "Right now, tennis isn't big, but basketball is," he said. "I think that one tennis court will fulfill the needs of this community. We need to be responsive to the commu- You Are All Invited To A 577HI.®OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, April, 30th! Wednesday, April 30 Spaghetti, garden pears, garlic toast. nam Park where new play­ ground equipment is a good start in revitalizing the park area. "The whole object is to get people back into Nashville," he said. "These fund-raisers, if done correctly, could really promote our community and get a lot of people involved." Former Councilman Dr. Michael Callton accompanied Roost to the meeting voicing his support for the idea and of Roost's willingness to do something positive in the community. "Kevin is an outstanding member of our community who donates much of his time to work with kids," said Call- (616) 367-4544 ST!HLa 3 Mich. Lie.-#23-174# �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 12 ( Don’t Mtee the MAPLE VALLEY SYRUP FESTIVAL This Wetod Students present their views of the annual Maple Syrup Festival festival weekend at the Ameri- to keep from freezing;” stated can Legion post. Mrs. Wawiernia. “That year, everything ended up closing down early because of the Then and now... cold,” she added. Today the festival is very by Chris Hartwell The festival of today is very well known around Michigan different from the festival of and there are many more people attending than in the past. old. The festival is no longer The festival has many rides Lions serve pancakes just about syrup producing and various games to play, and families getting together. however, it is still based on by Casey Hansbarger It has evolved into a more syrup production. For many years now, the carnival-type atmosphere. Nashville Lions Club has Hildred Peabody, a lifelong Maple Valley Jaycees served pancakes at the Ameriresident of Vermontville, has can Legion post above the loby Jamie Rasey attended the syrup festival cal bank in Vermontville. since it began in the spring of Helping people is what the The pancake meals were first 1940. Mrs. Peabody still at- Maple Valley Jaycees are all started as a fund-raiser to help tends the festival to this day. about. out the Lions Club with The Jaycees involve young She currently serves as chairdonations to the community. person of the arts and crafts people, ages 21-39, in the The club donates most of show that is held at Maple- community. They meet the the money to the people of wood Elementary School each second Tuesday of the month the Nashville community year. at 7 p.m. in the Castleton who need new glasses,” stated When asked what early festi- Township Hall in Nashville. John Hughes, a member. The Maple Valley Jaycees The Lions Club will then vals were like, Peabody replied, “They used to be have been a chapter of the help pay for the glasses and completely local, with no Jaycees since 1991, and are eye exams. The Lions Club, outside activities like today. members of the Maple Syrup which does mostly commuEarly festivals were to pro- Association. In 1993, the nity service work, also domote syrup industries and Jaycees took second place nates money to leader dogs with their float in the Syrup syrup producers.” and sight projects. The Lions Mrs. Peabody also said that Festival parade. In 1994, they Club does mostly community the festivals of the past were were an honorable mention. appropriate for their time, and In 1995, they placed second that today people expect and last year received first place. more. “We strive in family, leaderAccording to another Vermontville resident, Charlie ship, and community develWawiernia, the festival used opment,” said member Cass to be more as a time of re- Ramey. Also: Potting Soil, Fertilizer, Insecticides In 1993, 1994 and 1995 the union. She said now so many & Grass Seed. people attend the festival that Jaycees sponsored the Halit is. hard to see the old loween Helpers in Ver­ WE WILL BE CLOSED friends, who always used to montville. There, children SATURDAY & SUNDAY DURING could participate in a costume come. contest, games, and receive Wawiernia ’ s most memoSYRUP FESTIVAL rable moment was when her prizes. They also participated in the husband, Tony, was a member of the Vermontville Vermontville park “Perk Up” 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-736-1 111 Jaycees. He had to sit in a in 1995, where they helped dunk tank, when .it was paint the park. The gazebo, in Doug Durkee - Proprietor downtown Nashville, was snowing and cold. HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat 8:30 am-5 pm; Suri. 11 am-3 pm “He had to wear a wet suit built by the Jaycees and finished in the fall of 1995. They adopted a portion of the highway between Ionia Road and Curtis Road on M-79. During Thanksgiving, the Maple Valley Jaycees team up with the Hastings Jaycees to provide a turkey dinner for senior citizens ofthe area. They have also gone carol­ ing and had a mitten tree for those children in need of mit­ tens. “It would be a great loss to both communities,- Nashville and Vermontville, if we were to ever dissolve, so please come and try and experience our Jaycee spirit,” stated Ramey. The Jaycees are open to men and women between ages 21 and 39. The group focuses on giving individuals the oppor­ tunity to “try the ropes” of leadership before achieving full professional and social stature. Leadership is con­ EASY nected to action, and success­ TERMS ful leaders, keep moving ac­ cording to Ramey; Few organizations touch as many lives, in as many ways, as the Jaycees do. A commu­ nity-centered approach makes it possible for the Jaycees ef­ forts, which include flood reContact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable lief, Fourth of July parades and from fighting AIDS to Safes Staff T0day...And You Can Be In The promoting bicycle safety. The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 nationwide scope of the Jaycees (with over 4000 chap­ & Ask for Ken Today ters in towns across the EDITOR'S NOTE: Thefol­ lowing are several stories stu­ dents in Cindy Gatewood’s class wrote about the upcoming Vermontville Syrup Festival and the community and its organizations as part ofa project. United States) provides many opportunities for people to help their communities. The chapter’s name was changed to the Ellis E. Austin Chapter in 1990, in memory of the only. MIA in the Eaton Lundstrum produces and Barry County area. Austin, a U.S. Naval Com­ maple syrup mander and native of Ver­ by Joshua Brace montville, had his plane shot and Jessie Gilmore down over North Vietnam on Gerald Lundstrum of April 21, 1966, just two Nashville has been producing weeks before he was scheduled syrup for about 65 years now. to return home. Syrup producing has been a In 1988, the Austin family tradition for the Lund- Chapter, of 26 local strums. members, raised enough "Syrup producing is a lot of money to build a monument hard work and it is not as in the Vermontville Village much fun as it used to be,” Park. This monument lists all said Lundstrum. of the Eaton and Barry Lundstrum’s process to County Vietnam Veterans make syrup appears very sim- who were missing, in action ple, but can actually be a very and/or killed. Twice a year, on POW/MIA long process. In Lundstrum’s process he taps maple trees, Day in September and Veter­ collects all the sap and then ans Day in November, ser­ boils it. It takes approxi- vices are held at the monu­ mately 42.3 gallons of sap to ment for friends and family. make one gallon of syrup, ac- On Nov. 11, 1995, the Viet­ cording to Lundstrum. nam Veterans of America of Lundstrum’s syrup sells for Vermontville dedicated the $30 per gallon, $17 per half new bridge on Vermontville gallon,and $5.50 for three Highway to Ellis E. Austin. quarters of a pint. A small The bridge, which crosses the cabin container is $6 and a Thomapple River, has signs large cabin container is $8. on either side ofthe river. The signs read, "In honor of Vietnam Veterans Crndr. Ellis E. Austin, USN, missing in action since April by Kevin Conkey 21, 1966, and all The Maple Valley Chapter POWs/MlAs of all wars.” No. 329 of the Vietnam VetDuring this year’s Maple erans of America have been Syrup Festival, the chapter is very active in the community Continued next page— recently. service. The club meets twice a month. Once at the Maple Grove Community Building on the south end ofNashville, and then they alternate be­ tween the Catholic and Methodist churches in Nashville. Those interested in becoming a member of the Lions Club can contact one of the members during festival weekend. This will be the seventh the Skills for year Adolescence class at Maple Valley High School will be helping the club. The class is made up of seventh grade students. Each year, the students must do something for the community as part of the Service Learning Project (SLP), a requirement for class. Cindy Gatewood, Skills class instructor, stated “the students enjoy helping out, and it’s a good experience for them.” The students mainly serve pancakes and sausage to the customers and make sure everyone leaves with their stomachs full. Pancakes will be served all Vermontville Hardware Has ... Bulk Garden Seed Now In Stock! HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Vermontville Hardware Septic Systems • Dozer '• Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile Call for Free Estimates — Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU MYiT-66 Tire tafvo/me People Who Know Use Valvoune* We 'rPaae ‘Seett fa, *m|A < a A Petersen Enterprises BUY • SELL • TRADE IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit &et interstate Batteries OIL CHANGE USED CARS — 7775Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 (616) 574-1200 IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR WORK, WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU. 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In the grand parade, the chapter’s Lead Color Guard will be joined by the Marine Corps Cadets of Lansing, and the Womens’ Overseas League, according to Tom and Kelly Jo Williams, who are active members in the chapter. The chapter would like to invite all veterans to join them in the parade. The chap­ ter also als will have their sales trailerr next to the monument in the village park. They will be selling various T-shirts, pins, and other Vietnam memorabilia. If there are any questions, please feel free to call chair­ persons Dave and Carol Slocum at 543-6537. Syrup Corp, members by Jessie Pennington s J* Earl Wilson and his family have been involved with maple syrup production for an amazing 15 years. Living in Vermontville, Wilson became involved with making maple syrup when he was asked to join the corpora­ tion. Wilson has a family also greatly involved, as syrup making is a tradition in their family. Earl commented "*»tokin that he really doesn’t do maple syrup for the money; he just loves doing it. He also ,, S’I. BiIK helps set up bleachers and S.iIK does various other things to help out at festival time. For the past 43 years, '''iffMwity hElw *Jtx i( Wayne Pennock has been a loyal member of the Ver­ montville Syrup Corporation. He has always loved collect­ ing and processing the sap. Deciding to join the corpora­ tion was very simple for him, his wife, and three children. Wayne’s wife also takes an active role in producing syrup by operating the sugar bush and completing various other jobs. Both love what they are doing and hope to continue for a long time. "It’s just a labor of love,” commented Pennock, “I like being outdoors and working with the trees.” Another long time member of the corporation is Larry Haigh. For a lengthy 13 years, Haigh and his family have taken immense steps to contribute as much maple syrup to the festival as possi­ ble. The Haigh family has be­ come a fourth generation pro­ duction family. Aside from the help Larry gets from his family, he also hires cousins, neighbor boys, and others to help his family get the syrup collected and ready for selling. Although John Ripley is a newer member of the Syrup Corporation, he certainly isn’t new to producing maple syrup. He rented nearby woods, bought the proper equipment, and was producing about 100 gallons of syrup while he was a senior in high school. He has also been very productive in his two years with the Syrup Corporation. With the help of his wife and friends, the Ripleys have suc­ cessfully produced 515 gallons of maple syrup this year. Ripley commented, “Producing maple syrup is not something that I just fell 4?S; ^EJ JS ’S fcl i($h into; I’ve always wanted to do it.” Another long time syrup family member is the Amos and Joyce Haigh family. Since 1968, the Haighs have been committed to making as much maple syrup and candy as possible. The Haighs have six very committed children, and even though they are grown up, they all live within 20 minutes of their parents. They are all just as involved as they were when still living at home. They are so involved that the Haighs are able to produce over 800 gallons of maple syrup without hiring anyone. It is entirely a family tradi­ tion, and they hop to keep it that way. The Brodbeck family has been producing maple syrup for nine years, and has been a Corporation member for five. Maple syrup came about in this family when a corpora­ tion member approached the Brodbecks about becoming members, With four young children, Mr. and Mrs. Brodbeck decided making maple syrup would be a simple al­ ternative to the slowness of spring farming; then since then have become attached to it and thoroughly enjoy what they do. After being dedicated members of the Syrup Festival for an ongoing 57 years, the Benedicts are definitely con­ sidered to be pioneers of the syrup business. As a child, Tim and his family were involved in making maple syrup and going to the festival. After becoming an adult, Tim took over his parent’s name in the business and now. controls their setup. Tim and his wife now have a large family of four boys. For the Benedicts, making maple syrup gives them not only a feeling of enjoyment and tradition, but also the family togetherness that is sometimes hard to come by. Even though Tim Gearhart and his family have only been members of the Syrup Corporation for two years, they have been producing maple syrup for nearly 18 years. With the recent passing of Fem Gearhart, Tim decided to join the corporation and keep the Gearhart name alive. After reopening the Maple Manor, Tim and his wife keep very busy raising their children and working. For the past 65 years, Gerald Lundstrum has been carrying on the Lundstrum family tradition which has been around for nearly 100 years. Even though Mr. Lundstrum has been greatly involved with the Syrup Festival and the Syrup Corporation, he doesn’t expect the family tradition to be continued past himself. These people and their fami­ lies dedicate endless hours of hard work and free time to make the maple syrup the best that it can be for all to enjoy. The new 1997 queen nate, also 17 and a junior at MVHS, plans to attend med school at Michigan State University to become a pedia­ trician. Beth’s hobbies include sewing and drawing and she is also a member of the Maple Valley Jazz Band. Last year’s queen, Sarah at Maple Valley High .School will, be crowned the 1997 Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Queen at the festival in April. When Pierce was asked about the queen tryouts, she stated, “They ask the girls questions about the history, of Vermontville, how syrup is made, and when the first syrup festival took place.” Pierce said she prepared her self by asking past queens what questions they had been asked and then studied them with her mother. Mandy has been awarded a $500 scholar­ ship to the school of her choice. She plans to attend Lansing Community College then go to Northern Michigan University to become an ac­ countant. Mandy’s hobbies include listening to music,, hanging out with friends, art and 4-H. “I hope to meet different people, gain more knowledge of the state, and learn more about maple syrup,” stated Mandy. Beth Sleeper, the 1997 alter- Hughes, stated, “I thought it was really fun and a good ex­ perience. I learned a lot about syrup making and met a lot of new people.” Hughes also said, “My greatest experience as queen was being in the parades and meeting people.” Ornamental grasses slide show planned Interested in an attractive landscape plant that takes little care, comes in a variety of forms and offers year-round interest? Ornamental grasses are experiencing a resurgence of popularity and offer a workable alternative for busy gardeners. Dr. Art Cameron, professor of horticulture at Michigan State University, will be at Starr Gardens Saturday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to noon presenting a slide show and informational discussion of ornamental grass culture. There is no charge and the public is invited. Eaton Coun­ ty Horticulturist Pat Tirrell will be on hand to answer garden questions. Starr Gardens is located next to Mapleview Nursery on South Cochran Road in Charlotte. For more information on soil sampling or the ornamen­ tal grass program, call the Eaton County Extension of­ fice at (517) 372-5594 or (517) 543-2310. by Kerri Dean Since 1940, one of the fea­ tures of the Maple Syrup Fes­ tival has been the selection of the queen. The requirements for the competition consist of being a junior at Maple Valley High School with good grades, or if the girls interested in compet­ ing are daughters or grand­ daughters of a syrup producer participating in the Maple Syrup Festival from any area. Other requirements include be­ ing single and having no children. Parents are obligated to transport queens to other events, such as parades that are held during the year throughout the state. The queen and alternate are also required to spend time promoting products made from maple syrup. Mandy Pierce, 17, a junior (fane dnw rwef.... Fillmore Equipment, Inc. LAWN & GARDEN DEMOWWIOMDAVi Join us on Saturday, April 26 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM 2900 N. 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IQ Auto Value parts stores Auto Parts Center of Nashville 112 North Main (517) 852-9500 There were some Maple Valley highlights that came from the April 15 varsity baseball doubleheader at home. After losing the first game 13-1, Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions held a 5-1 advantage in Game 2 thanks to a couple of dingers from Joel Mittelstaedt and Jason Thompson. But, the Saxons came storming back and won the game 8-5 on a 3-run homerun by Eric Greenfield in the fifth inning. A third Maple Valley homerun was collected by Jim Mitchell in the game. Mitchell also had a double in the opener. Hastings received solid pitching from two hurlers: Andrew Courtright and Greenfield. Courtright, who had 6 RBI in the first game with a grand slam in the fourth and a 2-run dinger in the third, threw 73 pitches in Game 1 with 5 hits and 7 strikeouts. Greenfield threw 73 pitches in Game 2 before Courtright relieved him in the final inning to notch the save. The Lions, after hosting the Maple Valley Invitational last Saturday, will host Olivet on Thursday (April 24). �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 15 Catcher Jenny Kuemple throws down to firstbase as pitcher Dawn Stine watches the play transpire. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Eaton County youth take part in annual 4-H Style Revue On Saturday, April 12, 94 Eaton County youth had their moment in the spotlight at the Eaton County 4-H Style Revue. Members involved in the personal appearance project had been sewing and knitting for weeks in order to model their garments at the event. During the day, participants were evaluated by judges Bonnie King, Elaine Riley, Nancy McCowan and Mary Ribby of Ingham County. In the evening they modeled the clothing for family, friends and community members at the Eaton Rapids High School Auditorium. The purpose of style revue is to help youth learn to positively present themselves in public forums with ease and confidence. The theme “A Stitch in Time” set the stage for the evening revue. Vintage clothing, antique sewing machines and heirloom quilts to approximately the top 5 decorated the stage where 4-H percent of participants. This members modeled their year they were presented to garments. Peggy Papoi of Jessica Murphy, Elizabeth Charlotte was responsible for Harris, Kendall Locke, Sami coordinating the beautiful sets Mater, Charity Cole and as well as the entertainment. Kristina Wine. The performance consisted Receiving “Style Revue” ofmembers modeling clothing pins were Whitney Droscha, for the past 90 years. From Kyndra Root, Kaelyn silk dresses with bustles, to Droscha, Jillian Bobcik, Mary Jack Kennedy Onnasis shifts, Jewell, Julie Nearnberg, Amy to polar fleece ski wear, the Upright, Amanda Englehart, clothing and models Christy Cook, Cassandra demonstrated the advances of Barnett, Jenny Arlen, Kristina the garment industry during Conley and Dominik the 20th century. Lampman. Peggy Papoi, Judy Rinehart “Honor Group” rosettes of Charlotte, Pat Murphy of were presented to Katie Olivet and Rosa Lee of Olivet Lipsey, Amber Rathbun, served as chairpeople for the Rachel Papoi, Audrey event. Cheryl Roll of Dahlgren, Sa ma n t h a Charlotte was mistress of Southworth, Erin Wheaton, ceremonies for the evening, Stephanie Craig, Krystal w Sarah Mater of Hastings * Root, Marian Purvis, Mike with and Kristina Wine of Olivet Hicks, Laura Miloch, serving as narrators. Christina Hicks, Katie Edick “Best of Show” plaques and Melissa Murphy, and certificates were awarded Hastings had the hits and Maple Valley struggled to get them. And the visiting Saxons left Maple Valley last Tuesday with a 17-1, 11-0 doubleheader sweep. In Game 1, Hastings collected 14 hits and scored 12 times in the opening inning. Virginia Jennings had a 3-run triple, Jodi Songer a 3-run double and Julie Krebs had an RBI double in that first inning scoring spree. Pitcher Janette Jennings held the Lions to 1 hit in both games to gain both victories. Jennings also contributed at the plate in Game 2 with a 3for-3 performance that included 5 RBI. Maple Valley are currently on a long home stand. On Monday (April 21) the Lions hosted on Bellevue, on Thursday (April 24) they entertained Olivet, on April 28 Leslie comes to the school and on April 30 Portland St. Patrick will be the guest. * Congratulations on your 57th Annual Maple Syrup Festival * j |j CITIZENS L.L.C 870 S. Main Street Vermontville, Ml 7758 Otto Rd. Charlotte, Ml 415 Nelson Potterville, Ml 517-726-0514 517-543-6878 517-645-2421 Grain Bids 800-858-3738 Grain • Beans • Seeds • Custom Application Chemicals • Grain Storage & Drying • GPS Complete Fertilizer & Lime Service • Trucking NH3 • Agronomist on Staff Support MV kids on April 29 Many local merchants are showing their support for the plans to improve Maple Valley by using these placemats which were provided by the bond committee. When entering the Vermontville Sugar Hut, you will find every table covered with yes yes yes for kids mats. Resturant owner Paul Leavitt stopped for a moment amonst a busy breakfast schedule last week with some of his favorite customers. Along with Paul you see Paul Jr.,. 13 year old Ashley Cates and 14 month old Nettie Smith. Our goal is to provide the lowest cost, highest quality products and services for efficient crop production "in central Michigan! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 22, 1997 — Page 16 (517) 726-0721 Maxine Pixley Dixie Brand EOU*l MOUSING OPPORTUNITY Lie. Builder Executive Assistant HORIZON April 25th, 26th, 27th 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Same weekend as the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival) 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 FREE Spruce Tree Seedling To Every Family That Tours Our Model During Open House Homes ready to move into on your lot. Starting at: Ranches... $68,000. Cape Cods .... $82,000. 2-Storys $94,000. Price includes full basement. 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NON-RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS ARE ADVERTISED MONTHLY THROUGH Realtors Land Institute, a statewide publication. � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-04-29.pdf a8c14772382f9bd5dcbcd8700e7846b6 PDF Text Text t BULK RATE I I U.S.POSTAGE I I PAID I HASTIN PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST HA Mi 48058 1393 Hartta8*.MI4905S I Permit No. 7 | “ MBIikhedby J-Ad Graphics, Inc. '^2 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 4905)3 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 17 — Tuesday, April 29, 1997 Vermontville Syrup Festival nets record crowds for ‘97 WRITER'S NOTE: There by Cindy J Smith were contests and events StaffWriter through out the weekend, too A number of people are many to include in just one calling the recently concluded article. Watch the Maple Val­ 57th annual Vermontville ley News next weekfor more Maple Syrup Festival perhaps winners! the best yet, with a combina- Even the 1997 Queen and Alternate got into an arm wrestling match at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. Though she lost to Queen, Mandy Pierce, Beth Sleeper sure did have a good time at this sport! tion of good weather and record breaking crowds. The temps topped 60 degrees Saturday, bringing thousands to Vermontville for lots to eat, entertainment and oldfashioned fun. Gene Fisher welcomed guests Saturday by describing Vermontville as the "sweetest town in Michigan and quite possibly the world. When asked what the best part of this year's annual fes­ tival was, some said the talent show, others pointed to Sun­ day's games, but all agreed the grand parade this year was one to remember. There was barely a spot to stand along the parade route by 1:45 Saturday afternoon, and when the parade got under way 15 minutes later, it seemed it would never end, and never was there a dull moment. From beginning to end there were bright floats, special guests, lots of music and dancing. It was a two-hour parade this year, probably the longest ever, and full of sur­ prises. Bleachers along Main Street were full for the parade, but they were full all weekend. Those who needed a break from rides, arts and crafts, or just a place to sit and grab a hot dog could find some kind of free entertainment on center stage all weekend long. One of the funniest of the events was the children's pa­ rade Saturday morning. Area children, all marching to this years theme, "101 Ways to Sweetness," appeared as bak­ ers, cowboys, and even 101 Dalmatians. One of those Dalmatian entries took first place, and was complete with the bad guys, Horace and Jasper, and Cruella DeVille. There weren't 101 children dressed as dogs, but there were kids posing as puppies of ev­ ery size and shape, from tod­ dlers to much older kids, all with collars depicting their fa­ vorite puppy's name. Though the Maple Valley News didn't get a chance for a formal interview with any of the pups, this reporter did shake Patch's paw after the first place award was given out. Winners included Brandon Phenix, Adam Gonsor, C.J. Loveall, Christopher, Cameron and Casey Eldrich, Matthew and Gordon Wood­ man, Josh Smith, Ashley and Austin Gonser, Cody Brack­ ett, Amy Miller and Stephanie Johnson. Second place winners, tak­ ing home $20 were Dale and Bradley Laverty, Brody and Lisa Gordenski, and Jennifer and Nicole Porter. Cortnee and Victoria Mays and Faun Marrow were third Hildred Peabody celebrated a very special anniversary at this years Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. This marked 50 years since her reign as Indian Princess! Congratulating her are Gene Fisher of the Syrup Association and Son Doug Kelsey who has been MC at the Festival now for 27 years. M.V. Schools bond issue vote is today! The Wilson Family of Nashville were this years honored producers at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. This whole crew works together to scrub out the sap buckets each spring, and then while the guys are collecting sap and boiling it down to sweet syrup, Lorna and Becky get busy in the kitchen making candy. Even the youngsters have a hand in production. Little Katie is already helping to empty candy molds and Max and Kelly are now old pros! by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Some might describe today as "D" Day for Maple Valley Schools. Voters will decide on three issues affecting the fu­ ture of students. Will the community vote to complete the new track facil­ ity at the junior-senior high school by voting to fund new bleachers, lights and conces­ sions? Or what about the bus garage? A new bus garage would provide indoor mainte­ nance for some of Maple Val­ ley's larger buses. It would also provide a meeting room for employees, replacing old bus seats in the comer. The most talked about issue is however, the elimination of portable classrooms. Right now many elementary stu­ dents are housed in the "trailer like" atmosphere from the time they start kindergarten until they reach third grade. Though all of these issues are important, according to school officials, they all will be decided on their own merit by the public today. Voters also need to know that by law any funds voted for a specific purpose will fund only that. They will not be used for salaries or other "fringes.” Be­ low is an outline of what will be on the ballot when voters reach the polls today. • Proposal No. 1: Elimina­ tion of all portable classrooms in Maple Valley. If passed, this would fund additional classroom space at Fuller Street and Maplewood, con­ vert Kellogg Elementary to an alternative education building, and provide for separation of junior and senior high class­ rooms. This proposal would also fund a junior high gym, eliminating some current scheduling problems. If you haven’t been to vote yet, polls are open this evening until 8 p.m. and you are reminded by school officials that even just one vote can make the difference. Proposal one will cost vot­ ers 4.95 mills, about 1.5 mills more than the last mil­ lage increase, which has pro­ vided the new track, new tech­ nology and band uniforms. Taxpayers finished paying for that project this past Decem­ ber. • Proposal No. 2: Replacing the bus garage will cost Maple Valley $250,000, but when divided up amongst tax­ payers that is a .17 mill in­ crease. In many cases that will be less than $10 per year per household. • Proposal No. 3: Funds from this proposal would fin­ ish the new track facility by adding concessions, lights and bleachers. Can the bleachers at Fuller Street Elementary be moved? The answer is no, ac­ cording to school officials, because they are a safety haz­ ard. This proposal would cost taxpayers .21 mill, slightly more than the bus garage. School officials will be holding their breath today, hoping that the community will support what they de­ scribe as "bare bones" propos­ als. Nashville residents will be voting at Kellogg Elementary. Vermontville residents will be voting at Maplewood Elemen­ tary. If you haven't been to vote yet, polls are open this evening until 8 p.m. and you are reminded by school offi­ cials that even just one vote can make the difference. In This Issue ... • School secretaries get a limo ride and lunch • FFA chapter, members report good year • Nashville Baptist new addition taking shape • ‘Baseball Show’ starts May 5 at open house �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, 11 29, 1997 — Page 2 FESTIVAL From previous page— place winners, cashing in with $15. Fourth place winners were Brock Mater, Stephanie and Darris France, and Lusil and Mina Klett, all dressed in bak­ ers' caps, looking like they had come straight “from the kitchen at Helmuts Keffehaus. Those kids took home $10. The Benedict family (David, Daniel, Joseph and Samuel) got a round of applause for their fifth place entry, which included ajack in the box type of float. One of those boys was jumping out all along the parade route while keeping in step with his brothers. This clever idea got the boys a $5 prize. Another big crowd gathered about noon on Saturday to witness the unveiling of the One of the biggest moments every year is when the queen and alternate received special recognition at the Syrup Festival, (from left) Barb and Leroy Sleeper and daughter Beth who is this years Alternate Queen, Sarah and Foye Pierce with their daughter Mandy who reigns as 1997 Vermontville Maple Syrup Queen. That's younger brother Christopher in front waving to fans. Southern \ Shoe & Boot Co Cowboy Boots - as low as... Sjaoo Kids Boots - $39 00 Cowboy Hats -$37951 a Shop Southern - In Nashville |R| 234 N. Main - Across from Hardware y (517)852-2540 Open M-F 10-6; Sat 10-3 second annual Maplewood quilt. Bright colored squares, all designed by fifth and sixth grade students, had been put together by teacher Sheryl McLean. Tickets had been sold in advance and just one winner would take that quilt home. Turns out this year's winner is Jan Treloar of Nashville, mother of a student who de­ signed one square on that quilt. Sunday's crowds were treated to a different kind of fun in the center of town. There were lots of games and prizes for all ages. While tots dug for pennies and prizes in the sawdust, older competitors tried their hand a the egg toss, wood chopping and the ever popular arm wrestling match, which always brings out lots of muscles. This year four area women vied for "champion wrestler," with Lisa Shumaker of Ver­ montville taking home a first place trophy for the lightweight division and Kaylene Shumaker of Vandalia winning the "heavier weight division." Second place winners were Kelly Austin of Vermontville and Melissa Patterson of Nashville. Continued next page — The Children's Parade is always a lot of fun, and full of interesting floats, many created by area children. The Benedict Boys of Vermontville really had a great time in the parade and took home a cash prize too! Little Ellie and Daniel Alexander of Vermontville got their first ride ever on the Merry-Go-Round during this years Syrup Festival events. These twins are just 19 months old. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDUL CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. .... 6 p.m. Evening Service... Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 am. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship .................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 1 1 a.m. Church School............... 1 0 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship.................. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 pm. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m Adult Class........................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (’A ml. East ofM-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 am. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 am. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CYRIL ST. CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 am. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 am. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 am. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 2Sn N Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 0 am. Sunday Schoo Church Service................ 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Homan Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �Th. Mopl. Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday. April 29, 1997 — Page 3 Bring on the band! Both the Jr. and Sr. High Bands were a hit among audiences on Saturday during Festival events. All of these musicians under the direction of Dennis VanderHoef received quite a round of applause. The guys division produced four different winners this year, with heavyweight win­ ner Mark Link taking his title after nine years of competing. Link, a Bellevue resident took his title over Rob Stahl of Eaton Rapids. Both were wrestling in the 200 pound and over class. Two Hastings men took top honors in the 175-199 pound division. That first place tro­ phy went to Tom Clow, who was followed by Rick Fay. Once again, Lloyd Beers of Vermontville brought along many fans who cheered him on to a sweet victory over Chuck Hillister of Bellevue. Both wrestled in the 150-174 pound division. And lightweights? Joey Thurlsby of Nashville took first place over others wrestling in the 149 and under division. He was followed by James Jones ofBellevue. Many other games and con­ tests took place over the weekend. The carnival rides went non stop, there were record amounts of arts and crafts for sale, local producers were available on every comer and there was tons of food. Whether a taste for roast beef, grilled chicken, caramel com or the pancakes and sweet maple syrup that Ver­ montville is famous for, no one went away hungry. By the time 6 p.m. rolled around Sunday, the streets had begun to get quiet,* the last of the pancakes had been served, and locals were already talking about plans for next year. Our new CD is not perfect. We left Some room for improvement Improve a CD? Simple. With Eaton Federal’s new Anniversary CD, if rates should increase during your 60-month period, you have the opportunity to withdraw any amount without penalty for a seven day period at the end of 30-months. A deposit of $1,000 opens your Anniversary CD and additional deposits of $2,500.00 or more may be made at anytime and earn this same great rate. The CD you can improve. 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HOVSWO LENDER Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �2 •— TOP I dllivdoM .iweM yeltoV olqaV edT IhqA The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 4 Western boot store opens in downtown Nashville by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Those doing some country line dancing this weekend or This hat rack is just one of the items that will attract your attention in Stephanie Thorne's new western boot store. Though her shingle isn't out front yet, she is open of business, with many hard to find items for the Saturday night country dancing scene, those who love the rodeo, or those who just enjoy western attire. maybe getting ready for show season and need the right pair of boots needn't travel far any more. A western boot store has opened in Nashville, with a complete line of foot wear for every taste, and in every size, as well as hats and jeans. The Southern Shoe & Boot Company, at 234 Main St., right across from Nashville Hardware, isn't a new idea, but it is a big expansion of what used to be part ofthe hardware inventory, the best part, ac­ cording to owner Stephanie Thome. Thorne has been in the "shoe" business now for nine years, but until now just on a limited basis. She said that the whole concept was really just a way to assure family and friends that there would be a new pair of boots when the old ones wore out in the be­ ginning. She and husband Mike quite often visited a shop in Mt. Vernon, Ky., when on vaca­ tion, a place where they could find just the right western boots, and at a good price. "This shop was perfect," she said. "They carried a lot of closeouts, canceled orders and the like, and we would always bring back a dozen or so pairs when we went down to visit.” She and her family had al­ ways had horses, and at that point (10 years ago) her boys were in the rodeo circuit, so boots needed to be replaced regularly. Kim Cole has had her eye on this pair of boots since they came into the store! Shoppers at the Southern Shoe & Boot Company in Nashville will find something in every size and every style. "It was purely out of neces­ sity, we went through so many pair," she laughed. Stephanie contacted a "sup­ ply source" and soon the boots began appearing in the store front of Thome's hard­ ware store and seemed to be an attraction for many 4-H fami­ lies and those who like to ride. The boots became even more popular once country line dancing became a favorite Saturday night affair. "It's really not uncommon for some people to own five or six pair of western boots," she said. Her recent renovation ofthe building across the street, and large inventory is due, how­ ever, to a series of coinci­ dences that she felt meant that the time was right. "The new store really began ax pasting* (HiQ’ jBanlt 4461 2082 5005 0001 with a series of coincidences all within a 24-hour period," she said. The hardware, which is a Service Star retailer, had con­ tacted the Thornes and other such retailers for a meeting, where it was announced after a vote of those present, that the company would merge with True Value. That meant that Stephanie and husband Mike would need to carry more hardware products, so some­ thing in the crowded little shop would have to go. After careful consideration, the couple decided to expand their paint line in the hardware and move the paint department to the front ofthe store, where it would become more visible to potential customers. The boots would have to go, but where? "During that same 24-hour period the building across the street became available," she said. "When that type of op­ portunity kind of hits you over the head, you really need to pay attention, so I decided to just go with it!" Soon, with the help of many of her employees at the hardware store, Stephanie transformed that building, once an antique shop, into the type of shop that one might find in Texas or Montana. Not only do boots of every size and color line the walls, but there are also all of the neces­ sary accessories, like hats, bandanas and "Wrangler" jeans. "Wrangler is the only com­ pany that makes a boot cut jean for women," she said. "They're usually hard to find." The hats may be another at­ traction. There are Renegade hats, felts and lots of cowboy styles. Stephanie also is consider­ ing a line of rugged outerwear for next fall. Friday night was the big "grand opening" with lots of bargains. Everyday prices however, also will be "bar­ gains," according to Thome. She added that many times it is hard to find appropriate boots for teens at a price that is affordable, but she hopes to change all that. Those keeping a close eye on the store also may notice a shoe shine chair in the near futures, omething that Stephanie hopes to add to help organizations. "That chair will be available to groups like the equestrian team or 4-Hers to come in and do a fund-raiser,' she said. "A good way for them to make some extra money." JANE DOE VALID THRU 3/99 WORKS LIKE A CHECK Plus ATM CARD Using your Bank in a Box Plus card to pay for a purchase is just like writing a check - only faster and easier! And it is safer than carrying checks or cash. Use it anywhere MasterCard is accepted... to pay for things like groceries, gas, dinner at your favorite restaurant, entertainment and much more. You can even use your Bank in a Box Plus card at ATMs worldwide. Interested? Call any^ja^tmg^^/^ank office for more information. Stephanie also has a large selection of hats, with something that will suit everybody! And in addition to hats and boots, she will be carrying a selection of Wrangler Jeans, the only jean that comes in a boot cut for women. VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI Penny Supper Hometown Bank Since 1886 Member FDIC May 3, 1997 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER Member FDIC Meatloaf, Sauerkraut & Sausage Serving...5:30 to 7:00 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 5 School secretaries get a limo ride, lunch and dessert by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Maple Valley Elementary secretaries got quite a surprise last week, thanks to Kellogg Principal Burr Hartenburg and Thomapple Motors in Hast­ ings. As "Secretaries Week" ap­ proached, Hartenburg discussed this year's plans with Principals Bernie Hynes of Fuller Elementary and Nancy Potter of Maplewood. The three decided that because of their hard work and dedication,, their office help deserved only the best, so they wanted to do something besides the usual, but what? "These girls answer the phone, deal with everyone who walks through that front door and still somehow man­ age to get a full-time secretary's job done," he said. "What they do is short of a miracle.!" Those little mircles have the phone to Thomapple Mo­ been happening now for quite tors and asked about the limo some time. Maplewood in their lot. Did they lease it Secretary Kim Fowler has out? Turns out that the limo been with the school system was taken as a trade in, and now for nine years, Kellogg's was on the lot for sale. Brenda Hawkins for 12, and "They said they didn't lease both Mary Gurd and Pat the limo,” he said. "But hear­ McClelland have served Maple ing my dilemma, they offered Valley Schools now for over to let me take it for a test 20 years! drive for a few hours!" Burr thought very hard Last Wednesday, an emabout what to do, and then ployee of Thomapple Motors while driving through Hast- drove that limousine, freshly ings one day, Hartenburg no- washed and waxed, to Fuller ticed a limo sitting in the Elementary where Hartenburg, ee ywee eug, Thomapple Motors lot, which Potter and Hynes had arranged sparked an idea. He would to meet with their perspective phone a limo service and split secretaries about 11 a.m. The the cost with the other two el- secretaries had been told that ementary principals. Lunch lunch was on the boss that out this year would be extra special. After making several calls, he found that services were quite expensive, more, he Bikes and trikes said, than he felt the three could afford. He got back on Burr Hartenburg is a great principal according to all that work with him, but he also turned out to be a wonderful chauffeur last week. 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Main St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm invited to join Memorial parade Nashville VFW post mem­ bers have cooked up some­ thing special this year for those wishing to take part in the Memorial Day parade, which is scheduled for Mon­ day morning, May 26. Young and old alike can pedal their way along this year's parade route, decorating their bicycles and tricycles to a patriotic theme and vying for prizes sponsored by the post. "That, judging will take place at Goodtime Pizza park­ ing lot at 10:30 (a.m.) sharp," said sponsor Bud Roost, "right before the parade is scheduled to begin." After the parade, the bikers are invited to the post for a bike safety program. Then they can bring along their fa­ vorite dish to pass for the VFW potluck dinner. The parade lineup is slated this year for the pump house at Putnam Park, just up the hill from where bike judging will take place. Any group that wishes to take part in this event is asked to call the local VFW post for further details. Remember, Memorial weekend is now just four weeks away! Lunch and a limo ride? These ladies really traveled in class last week! The Maple Valley staff would like to extend a special thank you to Thomapple Motors for providing this top of the line transportation. day, but little did they know where they were going or how they would get there. Hartenburg said his experi­ ence as a "chauffeur" that day was really a lot of fun. He drove the group to the County Seat Restaurant in Hastings for lunch and then to the Dairy Queen for dessert. After the outing, he returned the limo to the car lot, where it now sits awaiting a new owner. "When I was done, I simply MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate the Sunfield Public LibraryNew adult books this week are: Occupational Outlook Handbook 1996-97 edition, printed by the U.S. Depart­ ment of Labor; Michigan Child Support Formula Manual 1997 by the State Court Administrative Office; Illusions by Janet Dailey; If It’s Going To Be, It’s Up To Me by Robert Schuller; The Waiting Time by Eugenia Price; Pretend You Don’t See Her by Mary Higgins Clark; The Elements of Feng Shui; The Elements of Zen; and In­ formed Decisions, The Com­ plete Book of Cancer Diagnosis, Treatment and Recovery. New in the 50-cent video collection are: The Cat from Outer Space; The Last Flight Of Noah’s Ark; White Fang; No Deposit, No Return; Charlie, the Lonesome Cougar; and Kidnapped. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 fl REALTOR* Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduate Realtor. Institute) . 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(VL-52) A �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 6 FFA advisor, chapter members say they had “very good year by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Maple Valley FFA mem­ bers recently celebrated a suc­ cessful year, awarding mem­ bers and treating guests to dinner and an evening full of entertainment. According to advisor Janet Cornell, the group has much to be proud of. Among the year's activities were district and regional competitions, state and na­ tional conventions, the Farm Bureau Leadership and Careers Conference, and Region I Leadership Camp. Members of the group won many awards at regional com­ petitions, but perhaps the biggest winner of all was se­ nior Nick Thompson, the first ever from the Maple Valley chapter to become a state-level winner. Thompson, a four-year vet­ eran of the chapter, and this year's FFA Regional Presi­ dent, earned his award through a beef project, an area that he has specialized in since he be- HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 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Member Rich Krebs is saying thanks to Dennis Vanderhoef. students involved in the FFA program were honored for achievements or exceptional progress in specialized project areas. Among them were Josh Widenhofer and incoming Chapter President Tom Pow­ ers, who had successfully completed projects in agricul­ tural sales ofthe past year. Joe May also was honored for his work in beef produc­ tion, Luck Flory for dairy production, BJ Griffin for cash crops, Steve Frith for land­ scape management, Brad Con­ roy for poultry and Brad Rapson for specialty animal pro­ jects. Aside from what many re­ late to FFA in general which is livestock and crop man­ agement, the group also spends considerable time each year working on other leaderSee FFA Page 7 ► TANNING *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. < We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING < < ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 ► �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 7 There's no such thing as the 24-hour flu, says MSU expert Dave Tuckey surprised FFA advisor Janet Cornell with a 'special award' for all of her work this past year. ship skills. Among them is public speaking. Chapter Secretary Hannah Wieland this year did what fel­ low members described as "exceptional," placing second in the district competition with a Gold Award and then going on to regional competi­ tion to win a silver. Nick Thompson also took a first-place Gold Award in dis­ trict competition for his out­ standing performance in a job interview and Maple Valley's Parliamentary Procedure team also received big awards. That team, including Chairman Brad Rapson, Vice Chairman Pat Chaffee, Secre­ tary Loren Wright, and mem­ bers BJ Griffin, Tom Powers, Brett Leonard and Josh Curtis, received a second place Gold Award at district competition and went on to the regional competition to receive a Sil­ ver Award. The evening also included recognition for those who re­ ceived scholarship awards, at­ tended the national convention and participated in various other contests. Among the honorees were new officers, who attended Leadership Camp in Sturgis April 8 and 9. There they were taught about their duties and responsibilities. After taking their oaths of office during the FFA banquet and awards night, these new officers officially are taking on their prospective roles in the Maple Valley chapter. Among them are President Tom Powers, Vice President BJ Griffin, Secretary Steve Frith, Treasurer Luke Flory, Reporter Loren Wright and Sentinel Brad Conroy. Mock awards were also given out, poking fun at those who helped to make the year entertaining. Among those were the Babe Watch Watchers Award, the Chicken Man Each year those attending the FFA Banquet bring along their favorite dish and are treated to roast hog cooked by the members. This year Rich Krebs and Aaron Brandenburg cooked the pork to perfection! award, the Gas Man Award Caleb's Mill, and Dennis and the Cream Of Wheat Vanderhoef, who was instruSmile Award. Presentation of mental in selling unused those awards during the cere- equipment in the ag bam. monies was followed by a Area adults also donated slide presentation containing their time to serve on the Ag many of those members, Advisory Committee. Those, which put the audience in included Dennis Vanderhoef; stitches. Bob Worgul and Gail JohnThat fun followed a serious son. note, special thanks to others Another couple donated outside of the chapter who their time to serve as chapermade it all possible. ones to the national conven­ Though FFA members said tion. they work very hard each year "A special thanks to John to obtain various awards and and Donna Cornell," said complete a wide variety of Chapter President Nick projects outside of their Thompson. "We really appreschool day, they could not do ciate your help." it without the help of adults. Another special guest that Several 'Service Awards' evening was guest speaker were bestowed on those who Sarah Anderson, who is now helped the chapter this past State Alumni President. school year, including Lynn Cornell went on to praise Griffin, who helped the chap-her local chapter and everyone ter in harvesting their land in the community who helped lab, and Tom and Ellen Bran- throughout the year. denburg, who loaned their "We have had a very sucfarm equipment for that land cessful year," she said. "II am lab. so proud of all of these FFA Others included Judy members and really appreciate Tuckey, who helped judge all that everyone has conRegional Leadership contests; tributed to our FFA program Bob Worgul, who helped the here at Maple Valley." chapter with a display at TUvk Attention Syrup Festival Survivors You Vermontville Hardware Has... for your Bulk Garden Seed Now In Stock! ivLole- Insecticides & Grass Seed. 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Keep all cutting areas very clean to avoid cross-contamination. Wash cutting boards, rinse and rinse again with a water and bleach solution (one tablespoon of bleach to one quart of water) to kill any existing bacteria. • Rule No. 2 — Cook food thoroughly. Cook eggs until the yolk and whites are firm, not running. Also cook ground beef until it is no longer red or pink. Roast meat at oven temperatures of at least 325 degrees F or higher. Low cooking temperatures en­ courage bacterial growth in meat. To ensure adequate doneness, cook beef and pork to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. and poultry to 180 or higher. To check the temperature, place a meat thermometer in the thickest part ofthe meat, being careful not to touch bones, fat or the bottom of the pan. Protect yourself and your family from harmful bacteria by following these special rules: • Never partially cook foods and then refrigerate to finish cooking later. Half­ cooked food may be just warm enough to encourage bacterial growth. • Keep cold foods cold (below 40° degrees F) and hot foods (above 140° degrees F). ASHVILLE HARDWARE Also: Potting Soil, Fertilizer, 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 51 J-J !•- Illi ‘ ‘This is Joan and I won’t be in today, I think I have the flu.” Millions of Americans suf­ fer from some form of foodbome illness every year. Many of the cases are often self-diagnosed as 24-hour flu. But according to a Michigan State University-Food and Nutrition Department specialist Carole Wruble, ‘‘There is no such illness. In­ fluenza typically lasts at least three days.” Our 24-hour, flu-like illness usually is a form of food poisoning. Illness symptoms can range from mild cramps and diarrhea to severe nausea, dehydration and even death. According to the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia, as much as 80 per­ cent of food-bome illness can be avoided if everyone prac­ ticed basic health and safety habits when storing and serv­ ing foods. Bacteria are everywhere in the air, soil, and water and on plants, animals and the human body. They are microscopic — too small to be seen with the unaided eye. Hot and cold temperatures control bacteria growth. Most bacteria that cause food-bome illness do not grow well in the refrigertor orin hot temperatures, which can kill harmful bacteria. Bacteria can multiply rapidly at room temperature, however. Here are some rules for keeping foods safe. • Rule No. 1 — Before you begin cooking, wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Every time UnltadVimy Reaching those who need help. Touching us all* 852-0713 WE SHIP UPS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 8 From Our Readers... Local voters will get a lot for paying so little... To the editor: An understanding of the schools’ needs and how im­ provements will be financed will set straight some misin­ formation and misconceptions in recent letters opposing the bond issue. Approving the bond issue will not mean taxes will in­ crease every year until the bonds are paid off. The amount you pay on the bond in the first year after its ap­ proval will stay the same from year-to-year until the bond is paid off. Opponents are under the mistaken assumption that the millage charged to taxpayers to pay offthese bonds will re­ main the same and that the amount collected will increase as property values increase over the years. The amount of the actual dollars paid each year to pay off these bonds will not change. In fact, the millage rate will decrease over the term of the bonds because, as the taxable value of property in the district in­ creases over the years, the amount needed to pay off these bonds will constitute a smaller percentage of total property taxed paid, which translates into a lower millage rate. For instance, on Bond Pro­ posal No. 1, which calls for construction of new classrooms, the millage rate will decrease from 4.95 mills in the first year to an estimated 2.25 mills by the time the bond is paid off. Using the average taxpayer in the district as an example, people will pay about $50 more per year than he or she is paying now, and will con­ tinue to pay that additional $50 per year until the bonds are paid off. That $50 will not be increased by inflation each year. The need for new classrooms in the district is apparent. A virtual trailer park has sprung up in the playground behind Fuller Street School. The youngest students attend school in these trailers, and, if they are unlucky, may not go to school in the actual school building until the third grade. Whenever these kids need to go into the school to visit the office, the library, go to lunch, etc., they have to dress appropriately for the weather and open die doors on the trailers. This cuts into the time that can be spent on their education and causes a loss of heat in the winter and cooling in the warming months, which increases the district’s utility bills. The fact that we have the youngest students making these trips also raises safety concerns. Construction of permanent facilities will solve these problems and save the district an estimated $30,000 a year in utility costs. The district will save money now expended on maintenance of trailers and will avoid the necessity of developing a replacement plan to buy new trailers as the older ones become unusable. Unless the trailers are replaced with a permanent facility, the district will need to draw up a plan to buy new trailers to replace older ones taken out of service. These trailers wear out and will need replacement, which contradicts the argument that because the district has spent money to acquire and install the trailers, die district has permanently solved its space problems. More savings if the bond is approved comes from the conversion of Kellogg from a K-12 building to an alternative/adult education center. Savings in staff salaries resulting from combining the fourth-graders with the fifthand sixth-graders at Maplewood come to nearly $70,000 a year.. bus fleet. It is not economically feasi­ ble to renovate Kellogg for K-12 use. If any renovations are undertaken, the entire building must be brought up to code. Because it makes academic sense to combine the fourth-graders with the fifth- and sixth-graders at Maplewood, that new con­ struction should occur at Maplewood. Renovations at Maplewood will also result in additional savings, primarily from enclosing the south corridor along the driveway to make it an enclosed hallway. Current­ ly, students in those classrooms must open the doors to the outside ifthey are to go to the office, the restroom, gym, lunch, etc. Estimated savings by enclosing the corridor are approximately $30,000 per year. Enclosing that corridor also will eliminate safety concerns from a large number of students using a corridor that opens directly onto the driveway. The work proposed for the high school would allow the district to physically and academically separate junior high from senior high students. That separation is widely recommended for reasons of physical and emotional maturity, as well as for academic reasons. In addition, the renovations at the high school will repair the science labs. Biology and chemistry classes can engage in only the most basic handson learning exercises. Leaky drains, inadequate air ventilation, and non-operative gas lines makes it nearly impossible for the students to learn the sciences by performing experiments as part of the learning process. The need for a new bus garage should also be apparent. Not only is the building old and crumbling, it is too small for modem buses. Mechanics work under conditions more dangerous than they need to be to maintain the Regardless of the vote outcome, the state’s underground storage tank laws will require the district to spend a significant amount of money to remove and replace the fuel tanks on the property. Finally, moving the football facility to the new track at the LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 9,1997. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, JUNE 9, 1997, IS MONDAY, MAY 12, 1997. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 12, 1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNU­ AL SCHOOL ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office of your county, city ortownship clerk’s office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education high school makes sense simply from the standpoint that students who will make use of the field are all at that location. Again, regardless of the vote on the ballot issue, the district will soon need to spend significant funds to repair and replace the current bleachers. If the school is go­ ing to spend the money on bleachers any way, it only makes sense to put them at the location where the football games will, sooner or later, be played. We believe we are getting a lot of bang for the buck. The average taxpayer in the district will pay only $50 more per year than is current­ ly being paid, and for the $50 we can put our students in per­ manent, efficient buildings that the community can be proud of. I hope you will support us and vote to improve our school district April 29. Jeff Murphy Nashville Co-Chair, Maple Valley Pro-Bond Issue Committee Vote ‘yes’ for the right reasons today To the editor: I, as a parent of two and a current Maple Valley school Board member, would like to reinterate the ramifications that will come from not pass­ ing the bond election today. Kids are the ones who really suffer here. They are the ones denied proper learning en­ vironments, safe buildings, modem technology and up to date sports facilities. We, as parents, schould try to provide all that we can, bet­ ter then when we were children in Maple Valley. Combined, my kids have spent 3 Vi years in the portable buildings. Well, enough is enough! Our consolidation at Maple Valley was for all the right reasons, the school building were in need of lots of repair before the consolidation Two letters had so many inaccuracies To the editor: I feel compelled to rebut the inaccuracies and mistruths published in last week’s letters to the editor by two of the district’s residents. It is easy to publish half truths and misconceptions in the guise of a “letter to the editor.” That does not, however, make those statements true. First, millage can only be levied to cover the cost of the bonded indebtedness for each year. If it takes 4.95 mills to satisfy the $495,000 debt for the year 1998, that is the most that can be levied. In addition and contrary to the figures in one of the author’s letters last week, 4.95 mills is the max­ imum that an ever be levied. As the taxable value of the district increases, the millage rate will go down. If the taxable value of the district or your home were to double next year, the board can still only levy the millage required to satisfy the bonded indebtedness. In this scenario, the $495,000 would be satisfied by levying only 2.475 mills. As you can see, the amount you pay will not go up as the author indicates. Secondly, the district must operate on the foundation allowance guaranteed by the State of Michigan. The board can not ask for additional dollars for wages, operational costs, etc. Proposal A has charged the structure of educational finance since 1991. Everyone needs to understand that. Indeed, our operating budget of $8,817,054 for 1996-97 reflects state contributions of $8,300,000 and local con­ tributions of slightly over $00,000. In 1991, most district residents paid 28 mills and are currently paying only six mills for operation. A third point in answer to another letter in last week’s paper, we are not adding any more rooms. We are replac­ ing cold, drafty, expensive portables with an equal numbr of modem classrooms designed to improve educational capabilities and allowing many of our teachers to have classrooms instead of large closets and half-rooms. We can no longer pay for portables over five or six years. Each new (old) portable must be purchased totally from the current year budget. A portable cost equates to a heginn- ing teacher’s salary. I think the choice is obvious. Lastly, it is easy to say we should cut programs (i.e., special education). However, the reality is that until the state determines the direction ofthe “Durant case,” we are obligated to provide services for all special education students. If that is to change, it must be directed by the governor’s office. I do not believe it would be prudent to cut special ed programs and replace them with litigation that would cost the district thousands of dollars. This bond issue is a sound economical program that totally benefits Idds... the right priority! In addition, it saves tens of thousands of dollars in operational costs per year. Dollars that can be put into kids’ programs and not into maintaining old, drafty portables. Portables, by virtue of their name, were never designed to be permanent. Please do the right thing for kids today! Alan McLean, Superintendent Maple Valley Schools move. We were bound to have repairs at some point that our general fund would not ever be able to pay for. Maple Valley residents had not, until the enhancement millage, built or added anything new to this school system in almost 30 years, when I was in junior high. A new junior high gym is a must; classrooms to accom­ modate all the elementary kids at both Maplewood and Fuller are also absolute musts. How long can we be ig­ norant to the fact that things fall apart and can no longer be patched together, we don’t patch together our homes. Our children spend eight or nine hours a day in our schools, maybe more. How can we justify not giving them the best we can, where they spend the majority of their time. In rebuttal to last week’s let­ ter from Ron Tobias, I would just like to say that this school board member is so tight when it comes to spending money I squeak! But my kids need and deserve this, as do all the students at Maple Valley. Also, teacher salaries have never come from any bond dollars and never will. I was not born with a silver spoon in my mouth! I only want what most parents ofthe ’90s want, the best we can get for our kids! As for the track/football field — enhancement dollars were never intended to finish the football field, we, the school board, knew it would remain unfinished until the district was able to raise funds to finish it. Are sports at Maple Valley no longer important to our children and their futur. "* We need a sports facility that works for the 21st century, and more baskeball courts at the high school to accommodate the junior high sports program. I could go on and on about all the good things this bond will do. Just vote yes and see for yourself. Let’s make the right deci­ sion, vote yes, because it’s good for our kids. Tammy Christensen Get Out Of The Weeds And Into The Clear ★Kills All Types ofAquatic Weeds! ★Automatic LaborFree Operation! ★Easy Installation ★Environmentally Approved! SStWeecIRoller Vour Authorized WEED ROLLER Dealer: H&H FEED AND SUPPLY FARM, HORSE, BIRD & PET SUPPLY 1830 S. Bedford Rd., Hastings - M-37, Comer of Campground Rd. 945-3277 » OPEN: Mon.-Fri. 9-6:00 pm; Sat. 8-4:00 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 9 Kids' future more important than money! To the editor: sS SNS NW *;%& * iJ%A >■$5 V? ifr? if? 8n SA$ ss** SSik * ><$ c'mT cmT rCialt*J w !"«A I ! IS ^kl’^iit t ^Mnik MU*** ^**1 *toJrllBin ' WaiiUiit » lUi 3 t UElHIl ■ to- k iaiEtn't 'imiriipiftt i toil toiti’jx aaainUai rm kimtn ?■■■ toikpty* mi ppi Mkk lipkik rat u ikstiii pi r k iikk«|i« koi totoi ->s2:" ajBliW ata. wi®1® feiaris I used to think that this community believed in its kids. I remember many fall Fri­ day nights when I felt Maple Valley was the greatest place to live. The roar of the crowd as I and my teammates ran onto that football field are something I shall never forget. The entire community was there for us. And I somehow thought they would always be there. But I see I was wrong. I have never before been so disgusted with this communi­ ty. I always thought this was a community of neighbors who would always be willing to help each other out. There are three bond issues on today’s ballot. I will vote yes on all three. I will vote yes because I believe in the kids that make Maple Valley their home. It’s not their fault that some members of this com­ munity are clouded by ig­ norance. It’s not their fault that their school is too small, their facilities worn down and technology outdated. It’s not their fault, but they will be the ones to pay for it. The kids will pay because their parents, grandparents and neighbors refuse to. But the kids won’t pay in cash. They will pay an even greater cost, fewer oppor­ tunities to succeed. Many people in this com­ munity are outspoken about opposing the bond proposals. It seems that money is the issue. Just look at the letters in last week’s Maple Valley News. Gary Spidel wrote, “the cost is a big $219.23 in­ crease. .. $200 is a fair amount of money.’’ Yes, I agree that $200 is a fair amount of money, but $200 is a fair price to pay to improve the educa­ tion ofkids in the district. Can you really look at the young children of this district and say “You aren’t worth the cost?” A portable is no place to conduct a class. It separates the kids from the other students, they are small and extremely inconvenient. And for all who seem to care more about their own fat wallets than the opportunities of children, the portables are much more costiy to maintain than a regular class. Ron Tobias wrote, “Teachers teach not rooms!” I mean no - disrespect, but that is as ignorant a statement as any h t uman being has ever muttered. What if I said that farmers farm not land. After all, you are saying that a teacher doesn’t need a decent classroom to teach, why should you need land to farm? It doesn’t make sense.. Tobias went on to say that we should cut special ed programs to save money. Does this mean that because the special ed students have special needs, that they aren’t important and should suffer cutbacks? This is a disgusting mindest. I am tired ofhearing people complain about the cost ofthe new track facility. Athletics play a crucial role in educa­ tion. Research has proven that and I am living proof. Things taught on the athletic field simply can’t be learned in the classroom. If not for the things I learned on the football and baseball field, I may have given up on my dream to become a writer. The kids deserve a good facility. The only state cham­ pionship Maple Valley holds is in girls’ track. Yet, we don’t even have a place for these athletes to practice or host a home meet. I wonder if it is because the girls won the title, not the boys. I remember while I was still in school when students went door to door asking for dona­ tions to build the new track. Yet, some of the parents of these kids don’t even have the decency to help finish the job. But the part that bothers me most is that some in this com­ munity refuse to see past the end of their noses. I don’t think these bond issues stand a chance of passing. And that chance is probably better than the kids in the district have of succeeding after high school. The percentage of students who actually earn college degrees after graduating from Maple Valley, I’m sure, is low. The students may have every intention of attending college after they graduate, but once they enroll and attend classes, they simply become overwhelmed and quit. I am about to graduate from Michigan State University and I am extremely proud of that, but it wasn’t easy. I was in no way prepared for college. The The kids are worth paying extra money! To the editor: First and foremost, I would like to say that there is a great deal ofpride in being a Maple Valley Lion. I grew up in this community and when I left to go to college I realized that not many people had the kind of support from their hometown that I did. This is a place where we care not just about our town children, but about everybody’s kids. I live in a house that is ap­ proximately 125 years old, and given a few boxes of new shingles and a coat or two of paint and she’ll easily stand there another century. So when we as a community con­ sider constructing permanent facilities for our school system, we’re not just talking about the kids here and now, we’re talking about Maple Valley Lions for generations to come. Asking a community to voluntarily raise its taxes is not an easy thing to do. So let me ask you this: Suppose your children go to a bus stop every morning, and at the bus stop there are two buses. The first bus goes to Maple Valley as it exists today, the second goes to a much better school. The second bus costs one quarter per family every school day, the other bus is free. Do you give your children a quarter or not? During the course of cam­ paigning for this bond issue, I have spoken to dozens ofpeo­ ple over the telephone. One young man in particular really struck a special chord with me. He’s 17 and unable to vote in this election, but I discussed the issues with him because he wanted to be able to talk to his mom and dad about it. When I started into Proposal 3, he said, “Wait a minute, I know all about this one. I’m a senior this year and I can tell you, me and the guys want to play our last season on that new football field so bad.” See Kids, Page 10 Don’t make a mistake that could last 29 years first-year students I attended To the editor: classes with were more It’s time to vote on the prepared than I, because their school bond proposals. Ask communities cared enough to yourself these questions provide them with the high before you cast your ballot: school tools necessary to suc­ Why weren’t the fears about ceed. Our district simply can’t potential problems of kidnap­ compete. And without ping and tornado worry ex­ pressed three years ago when changes, neither can the kids. Education is different to- the restructuring of elemen­ day. It’s not enough to simply tary schools was being discussed? When the parents have enough to get by. Students need every advan- voiced fears, they were tage they can get. By voting dismissed as hysteria. Maybe no, you are taking away any a little more consideration by advantage they might have. the school board was needed. And it’s because many are out They must have known all the of touch with today’s society. portables were needed at Money runs too much of Fuller. Was this just ignored this society, it shouldn’t deter­ in order to fulfill a long-range mine the future of kids who plan? have not choice in the matter. Why can’t we put our If you are concerned about elementary schools back the your taxes being raised to bet­ way they were ifwe are facing ter our schools then please so many problems with move out of this district. remodeling and lack of room? Maple Valley used to be a It surly would be cheaper than community that cares about $7 million. kids and their future. It seems Do you think we were to have been tainted by the honestly told the correct situa­ greedy and uninformed. tion about Fuller Street There are some great School? We were told we teachers at Maple Valley — would save money by restructumg the elementary schools. Norma Acker, Mike Booher, Julie Swartz and others. And But now we have to remodel they are here not because of and add on to schools that the money, but because they handled the amount of love the community and care children we now are being aboue its kids. They could told we have no room for. I easily go to a different district think the same fears could have been used three years and make much more money, yet they choose not to let ago within banding all the first grade children together to money dictate their lives. They care more than that. give the illusion that somehow I think it’s time to show the these children are being put in kids that money doesn’t have jeopardy. This srnacls of to stop them from achieving gross deception. One ofthe other excuses for their dreams. And it’s time for you to prove that Maple restructuring the elementary Valley is all that I thought it schools was competition bet­ ween the towns. Even when was. Vote yes. Tony Hansen they roam the same school Nashville there is competition. These different schools all meet in won’t be necessary ifthe track competition for sports, the is used as just the track. same as our towns still meet in Let’s live within our means. summer leagues. The example I know Olivet has all the set by the adults is what things being asked for but, we teaches these children how to are not Olivet. We do not need behave toward one another, a second gym. whether it be between Why throw something we Nashville and Vermontville, do not need into a request for or some other town. Respect something valid, like science is taught at all levels. labs. How in heavens name Tolerance and predjudice are have we survived all these taught at all levels. I have years? Much like we, will in never seen children not com­ the future. New gyms don’t pete. It’s healthy iftaught pro­ improve our children’s educa­ perty. I graduated from here, tion. We should take a good and I have had three children look at all the factories and in this school district without companies around downsizing any problems. in order to survive. Let’s Actually, learning to get learn from what is happening along with new children at the around us. People are losing seventh grade level is no dif­ jobs, taking pay cuts, and ear­ ferent than what they will ly retirements don’t open new have to face when going to good paying jobs. They only college or getting jobs. provide temporary, lower Why is it when I voted on paying jobs. the enhancement millage, that When 15 years down the I remember things differently road, our children are still liv­ than what I’m hearing now/ I ing at home, where’s the tax thought we were told that the money going to come from to money would relocate the foot these large tax bills? It’s football field, that lights were only getting worse. Ifthe peo­ promised by Pepsi Cola, that a ple want more for their small concession stand would children then we have schools be in place, etc. If we don’t ofchoice. We are living down have enough money to finish to the “bare bones” now. it with the last millage, then Maybe we should consider leave things where they are. If going back to one room we need new bleachers, I schools, where each sector think a donation drive could can take care of his own, and be started without going into nobody has to live up to so­ debt for 29 years, or $7 meone else’s ideals. million. If the community If a new bus garage is need­ would pull together like they ed, then by all means let’s did on the playground equip­ build one. The district can af­ ment improvement, or the ford to take on something that painting of the schools, then will only cost each person a new bleachers are within few dollars for a year, not 29 reach. The football field will years. But let’s be reasonable endure where it’s being about what we build. without being moved, and Live within your means. liability will be removed with new bleachers. New bleachers See Mistake, Page 10 BONUS BUYS S u p E R S Baby Magic Cruex PS Doan’s Regular Bath • 9 oz. Rich *n Creamy Bath • 6.75 oz. Regular ar Lotion Lotion •• 99 oz. oz. 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Callton (entered 8:15 p.m.); A. Mon­ tgomery (entered 7:05 p.m.) 1. The meeting was called to order by President Krolik at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Black, Gonser, Hartenburg, Hynes, Lenz, McLean and Powers. 2. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to approve the minutes of th® March 17, 1997 special meeting as presented. Motion carried 5-0. 3. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to pay the bills in the amount of $83,902.73 from the general fund. Motion carried 5-0. Montgomery entered the meeting at 7:05 p.m. 4. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to pay the bill to Eubulus Computer Solutions in the amount of $14,051.33 from the enhancement fund. Motion carried 6-0. 5. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to transfer $223,983.69 for the 3/28/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 6. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Montgomery to transfer $215,105.04 for the 4/11/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 7. Communications: Supt. McLean noted that a let­ ter had been received from the staff of Fuller Elemen­ tary in support of their principal, Bernie Hynes. Callton was appointed as the representative from the Board of Education to the EISD election on June 2, 1997. 8. Reports: Greg Widemier from the Honeywell Cor­ poration presented the Board with a plaque in recognition of their efforts to provide a better learn­ ing environment for students and their commitment to energy conservation. Ralph Hansen and Tom Griffin reported on vocational and apprenticeship programs offered through EISD. The athletic committee reported that they had met with coaches to discuss player limitations below the varsity level, but were unable to reach a unanimous agreement. At this time, they recommend no change in the policy. 9. Supt. McLean reported on the financial outlook for the 1997-98 school year and recommended the following changes to avoid a deficit budget: Elimina­ tion of one section each of 4th, 5th and 6th grade; elimination of K-12 vocal music, jr. high reading and an additional secondary teacher by combining small classes; and a reduction in general education parapro hours. New business will include permission to layoff appropriate staff members. Callton entered the meeting at 8:15 p.m. 10. It was the unanimous decision of the board to add acceptance of a resignation to the agenda as New Business item #6 and move the executive session to #7. 11. Second reading of Michigan Health Model Cur­ riculum was tabled until N. Potter arrived. 12. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Callton to approve Larry Lenz's recommen­ dations to grant tenure to William Dodge and con­ tinued probation to Lisa Benton (2nd year); Jeff Byrne, Ruth Craven, Ben Cole, Shannon Kyre, Christie Lamke, Chris Pash, Rickie Selkirk, Ted Snodgrass, and Melissa Strong (3rd year); Janet Cornell and Jory Marks-Lane (4th year). Motion carried 7-0. 13. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Montgomery to approve the recommendation of Ber­ nie Hynes to grant tenure to Shelly Tebo and con­ tinued fourth year probation to Vicki Gothard and Robin Stark. Motion carried 7-0. 14. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Callton to approve Burr Hartenburg's recommenda­ tion for continued third year probation to Jim Roon. Motion carried 7-0. 15. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve Nancy Potter's recommendation to grant tenure to Paula Guajardo and continued pro­ bation to Anne Baker and Patt Braun (4th year); and Mary Murray (2nd year). Motion carried 7-0. 16. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to approve Todd Gonser's recommendation of Ryan Rosin (volunteer) as Assistant Boys Varsity Track Coach. Motion carried 7-0. 17. A motion was made by Callton and supported by James to approve Marilyn Hosey's request for an un­ paid leave beginning on April 22, 1997 when her sick days will be exhausted until such time as her doctor releases her to return to work. Motion carried 7-0. 18. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to hire bus drivers Janice Lawonn and Deb McIntire effective March 3, 1997. Motion carried 7-0. KIDS From Page 9 John Deere Planter Parte— the Perfect Match Your equipment is too valuable to trust “might-fit” parts. 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Broadway, Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) GOOD DEALS...AND A GOOD DEAL MORE Put the children back where they belong, and quit trying to strangle money out of a poor district, with fears, hystria, poor management and higher means of life than what we can afford. Twenty-nine years is a long time to pay for a mistake. Let’s not make one. Don’t let hysteria get in the way ofgood judgement. Linda J. Emery 19. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the second reading and adopt the new and revised components to the Michigan Health Model curriculum, including the new 9th grade HIV/AIDS curriculum, 6th grade personal safey lesson, 4th grade "Changing" video and the definition of sex education for the District. Motion carried 7-0. 20. A motion was made by Montgomery and sup­ ported by Callton to allow Supt. McLean to send the approprite layoff letters for the 1997-98 school year to support the recommended reductions in the 1997-98 budget. Motion carried 7-0. 21. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by James to go into executive session to discuss nega­ tions strategy. Roll call vote — Ayes: Avery, Callton, Christensen, James, Krolik, Montgomery, Sessions. Time: 9:15 p.m. Open session resumed at 9:50 p.m. 22. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Christensen to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. (103) Obituaries Wayne H. Foster­ VERMONTVILLE Wayne H. Foster, age 77, of Vermontville, passed away Friday, April 18, 1997 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. He was bom on October 19, 1919 in Elk City, Kansas, the son of Bert B and Dora A. (Mitchell) Foster. Mr. Foster married Barbara Louise Howell on February 28, 1946 in Lansing. He graduated from Elk City High School and from college in Independence, Kansas in 1940. Mr. Foster was a World War II Army Air Corps Verteran serving the 242nd Battalion seeing action in the Middle East, China, Burma, India, Europe and the South Pacific. The couple lived in Kansas from 1946 until 1954 and then moved to Michigan. He was a farmer and a Mason Contractor. Mr. Foster was a member of the Carson Masonic Lodge #132 in Elk City, Kansas, The American Legion Post #222 in Vermontville and was a life member of the Order of East­ ern Star. He liked to travel, fish and was an avid reader. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara on March 30, 1995; his parents; three brothers, Emmett L. Foster, Bert B. Foster, Jr. and Fred E. Foster; two infant brothers; a sister, Pauline Bronson and an infant sister, Clavelle Foster. Mr. Foster is survived by four children, Troy (Sharon) Foster ofPeever, South Dako­ ta, Linda (Doug) Lewis of Vicksburg, Kenneth (Marsha) Foster ofCharlotte and Barba­ ra (Jeff) Byington ofVermont­ ville; four sisters, Wanda McElwain ofElk City, Kansas, LaVelle (Jim) Groundwater of Temecula, California, Waunita (Mervin) Davidson of Empor­ ia, Kansas and Treva Fehr of Topeka, Kansas; thirteen grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held on Saturday, April 26, 1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Doug Stall, Richard Garn, Nashville Masonic Lodge and the Vermontville American Legion officiated. Burial took place at Wood­ lawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Aricka Jean Coleman—________ __ NASHVILLE - Aricka Jean Coleman, 7 weeks old, passed away Thursday, April 24, 1997. She was bom March 10, 1997 in Hastings, the daughter of Eric Michael and Jennifer Kay (Daniels) Coleman. She was preceded in death by her great grandmother, Mildred Forbes. Aricka is survived by her parents Eric and Jennifer Coleman; paternal grandparents, Linda and Henry Eberly of Nashville; maternal grandpa­ rents, Barbara and Kurt Daniels of Delton; paternal great grandparents, Dolores and Lawrence Eberly ofNash- ville; maternal great grandfather, Louis Forbes of Wayland; paternal great great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cramer of Mulliken; aunt, Heidi Eberly; uncles, Brandon Brandon Eberly Eberly and and Scott Scott Daniels. Graveside raves e servces services were held Monday April 281997 at Rutland Township Cemetery. Rev.. Lester DeGroot offici.ated. Memorial Memorial contributions contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapelee Funeral Home, Genther Nashville. For Sale 12-VOLT FENNER FLUID POWER HYDRAULIC UNITS. Self-contained. 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It began with crews jacking up and then moving an old house through parts of town to a site out toward the high school. Once that project was complete, many hours were spent clearing the lot next to the church and then finalizing plans. Within the past few weeks, construction is under way. Where that old house stood is now the beginning of a new church kitchen, nurseries, bathrooms and a large gym. Construction of that new wing to the church, over 10,000 square feet in all, has had Pastor Lester DeGroot in awe. Just a few short weeks ago, the roof that that new project was completed, with 161 square of shingles in all. J**! ' rft* r. te ' totem "Now that's a lot of shin­ gles," he joked. "I have watched construction every step of the way and am amazed at how much it has changed the looks of this en­ tire block." As churchgoers enter the newest part ofNashville Bap­ tist, they must now put their imaginations to work. Though the outside of the building is well under way, inside work is yet to be com­ pleted, there is still wiring, plumbing and finish work to be done. "But once its done it will be beautiful," said DeGroot. He added that he had ladies from the congregation work­ ing on the decor to assure that the kitchen, bathrooms and nurseries were not only ade­ quate as far as space, but were pretty as well. DeGroot said one of the things that has bothered him the most with current church facilities is that all of the nursery facilities are now housed in the church base­ ment. ”1 watch parents carry their little ones down those stairs every week, and am always afraid that someone is going to fall," he said. "This will be so much nicer." And the kitchen? Not only Former Nashville area woman receives award in Illinois The Illinois State Police recently named Patricia A. Marcouiller as its employee of the quarter.. The award is given to the '\X£ fa person whose work exceeded that of all other 2,000 officers and 1,700 support employees ■« in the ISP. Marcouiller, formerly of Nashville, is a forensic fafail UWtl t ta feji-fek ta biologist in the ISP laboratory at Morton. Marcouiller’s award was for her coordination ofbudget ifai* issues, planning supply purIJfai fount jiau chases and writing the com­ s.’iC: jjee motes contract for modities or all a state kawii haissW laboratories, in addition to her Patricia A. Marcouiller j feiis- jr&sdnci case work as a forensic biologist. ed this insight to her work MBE 3’!2SS!!^ Marcouiller’s award includ- ethic, “And, in your ‘spare -rutrx li/fcaSs time’ you completed your last SSjSSES jsa fc * Construction of the new addition to Nashville Baptist Church has really changed the looks of EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. 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She is married to John Marcouiller, a trace chemist for the ISP, and lives in Morton, Freda Alice Sebastian:____________ VERMONTVILLE - Freda Alice Sebastian, 76, of Vermontville passed away Saturday, April 26, 1997 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Charlotte. She was bom October 20, 1920 in Boston Township of Ionia County the daughter of Chris and Mabel E. (Heator) Fahmi, Jr. She graduated from Clarks­ ville High School. She married Julius (Joe) Sebastian on February 23, 1946 in Ionia. He passed away August 18, 1995. Mrs. Sebastian farmed with her husband in Charlotte and Vermontville. She was a member of the Vermontville Garden Club, the Club 50 Senior Citizens Group, The Michigan Bear Hunter’s Assoc., the Lake Odessa V.F.W. Ladies Auxil­ iary #4461. She was an avid gardner, excellent cook, she canned, spent summers with her family at Sidnaw in the Upper Penninsula, went bear hunting and kept a daily log for many years. She also enjoyed the Nashville Strings Musical Group. She was also preceded in death by four brothers, Stan­ ley, Gerald, Wayne and Chris; and one sister, Leatha. Mrs. Sebastian is survived by one son and daughter-in­ law, Roy and Linda Sebastian of Nashville; two daughters and sons-in-law, Suzanne and Randy Martin of Perry and Lois and Marvin Stewart of Lansing; grandchildren, Jeffrey and Glen Sebastian; great grandchildren, Robbie, Justice and Hunter Sebastian; one sister, Beulah Blough; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, April 29, 1997 at 1:00 pm at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville with Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemet­ ery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to D.A.V. of Michigan, Club 50 Group or Woodlawn Cemetery Assn. Garage Sale GARAGE SALE: May 2nd and 3rd, 9-5. 721 Reed St, Nashvil­ le. TV, books, lots ofmisc items, set of dishes, extra sized clothing. is the new area very large, but a service window has been added, which will make din­ ners at the church much easier for cooks and cleanup crews. There is also a large service door in the rear of the build­ ing, which will allow for large deliveries. When the idea for this type of wing surfaced, the Baptists hired what DeGroot described as the best in the business. Architect John Metzler from Marshall spent many tedious hours putting together a plan that would best suit the con­ gregation and the community. After his work was complete, Phillips Street! Pastor Lester DeGroot hopes to have work complete and move into the addition this fall. church member Don Clough, who is a builder from the Olivet area, took over and has transformed those plans into reality. Though DeGroot said that there is no target date set yet for completion, he hopes that the wing will be ready to move in to by fall. 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Nashville, Tueeday, April 29, 1997 — Page 12 Maple Leafs repeat as Kellogg Floor Hockey champions The Maple Leafs and Canadiens battle for the 1997 Kellogg Floor Hockey Championship at Kellogg Elementary School in Nashville Monday evening, April 21. by Art Frith It was a complete repeat for the Maple Leafs Monday evening, as they captured the 1997 Kellogg Floor Hockey League (KFHL) title for the second consecutive year with a 4-1 victory over the Canadiens in the championship game at Kellogg Elementary School in Nashville. An outstanding performance by goalie Joe Hanner, com­ bined with a solid Maple Leaf offense, proved to be more than the Canadiens could han­ dle. The defending KFHL cham­ pions were on the scoreboard 34 seconds after the opening face-off on a solo goal by Eric Smith. 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However, as the final seconds of the season began ticking off the game clock, Brandon Schantz passed the puck to Ty VanAlstine who sent it flying past Harmer with 36 seconds remaining and avoided the shutout. Eric Smith was selected as the Most Valuable Player of this year's championship game The road to their second consecutive KFHL champi­ onship title for the Maple Leafs began on Monday, April We are the champions... again! The 1997 KFHL champions Maple Leafs: Coach Ray Garvey, Kate Spears, Eric Smith, Kailey Smith, Brieann Treloar, Megan Garvey, Melissa Nisse, Brandon Montgomery, Eli Bush, Brett Leonard, Jeremiah Griffin, Joe Harmer, Jessica McMillen, Justin McMillen and Tyler Christensen. 14, in the first round playoff crowned the Kings 3-2 in the Canadiens blanked the action. Eric Smith delivered a overtime. In quarterfinal ac­ Blackhawks 3-0 and the Maple hat trick and Brett Leonard tion on Friday the Canadiens Leafs shut out the Red Wings added a pair of goals to lead doubled the Rangers 4-2 and 4-nothing, setting the stage the Maple Leafs to a 5-1 win the Red Wings shot past the for the 1997 KFHL title over the Bruins. Also on North Stars 4-3 in overtime. match.. Monday, the Blackhawks Saturday's semifinal results: W 1^14®1 |i|F jitiJfcp Baseball Show’ starts May 15 at Vermontville Opera House k DiutM mfUl jlsfedi kMp ipSw 'kina iciiki kkrig ftt fcni fttnnki 'jfeilK Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU l u-en 10 IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EASY TERMS j 0 0 0 0 Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Contact prie Of Our Experienced and knowledgeable Safes Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today f i Meet The Revue's baseball team! 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This "really big hit" is scheduled to be on stage at the Opera House now injust three weeks, and several productions will assure that there is a per­ formance that will fit any schedule. Three evening performances are scheduled for Thursday, May 15, Friday, May 16, and again Saturday, May 17. All will begin promptly at 7 p.m. A Sunday matinee will fol­ low at 1 p.m. Sunday, May 18. Tickets are now available and can be purchased by any cast member, or by calling Reynolds at 726-0804. Cost for those reserved seats are $6 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. Watch "the Revue" swing into action this summer sea­ son. There are many plays and musicals planned at a price that the whole family can afford and enjoy. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, April 29, 1997 — Page 13 Maple Valley bats come alive to win tree games Maple Valley captured first with 3 RBI, Jason Thompson place at its own tournament had 2 hits with 4 RBI, Jared with a 15-2 win over Athens Osborne had 2 hits and Chris Hartwell collected a double in the championship game. . The Lions' bats were and 2 RBI. Joel Mittelstaedt was the booming with a number of athletes supplying plenty key winning pitcher with 4 strikeouts and 2 walks. hits. Maple Valley won 11-8 Andy Oleson went 3-for-3 Superintendent’s Corner Final facts about the bond issue by Alan K. McLean After ter hearing earng lots ots o of different erenttngs things aout about toay today’s bond on issue, you have undoubtedly decided how you will vote. If you have not decided, please review the following list of advantages before we relegate our kids to further aging buildings that will eat up more and more of their educational dollars. This proposal: • Is not adding rooms... simply eliminating portables that cost $40,000 to heat and much more to maintain. • Will allow younger students access to recreational facilities at reasonable times... no more 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. pratices: • Will allow seventh- and eighth-graders the ability to ex­ amine career opportunities and expanded offerings through in­ creased curriculum offerings made available with more space. • Offers fourth-graders an opportunity to “be a part” of their peers building experience and not feel isolated. • Provides the ability for secondary teachers to broaden class offerings to students currently restricted because of space limitations. • Offers a commitment to the community for more athletic field space and time at Fuller. • Improves costly water and sewage services to the high school site. • Saves hundreds of thousands of dollars for kids in opera­ tional and transportation costs over current operational methods. • Provides a safe working environment for our drivers and mechanics. • Continues to expand technology capabilities for all students. • Provides extra-curricular facilities in which our students and parents will take pride. • Offers all students safe and modem facilities in which to learn. • Eliminates having to reduce thousands of dollars from kids’ programs to repair portables, doors, roofs, electrical and mechnical systems. As an educator and as a parent, I urge you to vote positively for the well-being of the students of Maple Valley. Our buildings will continue to deteriorate ifwe don’t stop it now. It will never be any cheaper! Please d on’t let the 1,620 students of Maple Valley down today. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Cobb over Saranac to advance to the championship game. Thompson and Nick Waara each had 3 hits for Maple Valley and Oleson, Waara and Mittelstaedt each had 2 RBI. Kevin Hansen was the winning pitcher. On April 17, Maple Valley defeated Lansing Christian 8-3 with Osborne playing a big part in the victory. Osborne earned the pitching win, had 2 hits and belted in 3 RBI. Mittelstaedt, Waara and Oleson each had 2 hits, while Oleson, Jim Mitchell and Dan Leep all had 2-base raps for the Maple Valley team. The three wins made the Lions 3-2 on the season. Little League program plans clinics The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association will hold a fast pitch softball clinic, plus an umpires clinic, on May 4. The fast pitch softball clinic will be held in the high school gym from 2-4 p.m. It is for girls ages 10 and up. Any girl wishing to brush up on their skills are urged to attend. Parents and coaches are also welcome. The umpires clinic will follow from 4 -6 p.m. The umpires clinic is not only for those who will be umpires, but also for coaches and assistant coaches of all league divisions in this summer's program. Rules for baseball and softball will be covered at the meeting. Lost & Found LOST/MISSING: Would the person who took a red & white starter winter coat, please return it to Mrs. Hubka’s class or the office. Also a navy blue spring Jacket with the name, Eric and a phone number in it Was taken from Fuller Street School between 4-4-97 and 4-14-97. NO QUESTIONS ASKED-JUST WANT IT BACK! 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Divorced white female, 41, 5*1”, 104lbs., blonde hair, Hue eyes, well-rounded, employed, enjoys movies, dancing, seeks respectful, sincere single male. Ad#.2773 SW mom, 28,5’2”, 125lbs., outgoing, spontaneous, enjoys walks on the beach, dining out, jogging, seeks communicative SM for friendship first. Ad#.7861 KIND-HEARTED ENERGETIC SWF, 20, 5*7”, pleasingly plump, reddish-brown hair, Hue eyes, enjoys reading, ing, race cars, heavy metal music, seeks down-to-earth, -earth, nice, witty SM. S Ad#.5969 Single white female, 55, 5’5”, 125lbs., brown hair, Hue eyes, cheerful, caring, likes her dog, painting, theater, seeks emotionally available, Born-Again single Christian male. Ad#.543O SHY AT TIMES WHY NOT CALL? Friendly SWF, 29, tall, slim, dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseback riding, quiet nights at home, the beach, reading, movies, seeking romantic, honest, trustworthy SM, similar interests. 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Single white female, 30, 57, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes read­ ing, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#.1966 Single white female, 23, 5*8”, 130lbs., Hue-eyed blonde, spontaneous, enjoys fitness, modeling, partying, the wilderness, seeks non-iealous, hon­ est single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 TALK TO ME Single Hack female, 39, tall, slim, quiet, talkative, enjoys life, employed, church-goer, likes singing, biking, crocheting, seeks tall, non-drinking, non­ smoking, dean single male who attends church. Ad#.5533 Kind, professional SWM, 46, 5’9”, 165lbs., dark hair/eyes, enjoys biking, movies, driving around, seeking gregarious, easygoing, compatible SF. Ad#.6732 HOME EVERY NIGHT Flexible, outgoing SW dad, 33, 5'10”, 165lbs., brown hair, employed, hobbies are horses, fishing, family times, seeks active, sensible, fan-loving SF. Ad#.1217 RAISES LABS! 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Recommendations from the soil test may help correct lawn problems and help your garden grow more vigorously. Pre-Fair dog match The 1997 Eaton County Pre-Fair Dog Match is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Registration is from 9 to 10 a.m. Day of show entry fee is $5 per class. Judging of regular classes will begin at 11 a.m. For youths 5 to 8 years of age, there will be a special obedience class held between 10:30 and 11 a.m. For more information about the show, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. A basic MSU soil test will in­ (2) A soil probe or spade clude pH level, the fertility in­ works well to take 20 colum­ dex for phosphorus, nar samples randomly from a potassium, calcium and uniform area. Push the probe magnesium. or spade in three to four in­ After the test is run, the ches for lawns and eight in­ results are channeled through ches deep for gardens. your local Extension office (3) Combine all 20 samples and fertilizer recommenda­ in a plastic pail. Allow to air tions for the coming year are dry, then break clods and mix included with the report, then thoroughly. mailed to you. There is a fee (4) Bring a two-cup sample of $8 for the test. to the Eaton County MSU Ex­ Taking a soil test is an easy tension office, 551 Cour­ four-step process: thouse Drive, Charlotte. Test (1) Test soil any time soil is results are usually returned in dry enough to be workable. 10 to 14 days. Maple Valley Jr. - Sr. High 4 menu announced - Wednesday, April 30 Chicken patty/bun, whip­ ped potatoes, garden salad, pineapple. Thursday, May 1 Cheesey chicken supreme, garden salad, peaches, muf­ fin, said bar. K-Pizza. Friday, May 2 Tacos/lettuce, cheese, Tex Mex rice, blueberry crisp, bread, margarine. Monday, May 5 Hamburger/bun, cheeseburger/bun, potato rounds, peaches, applesauce cake. Tuesday, May 6 Mac/cheese, mixed veg., apple, roll, butter, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: May 1 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 2-4 — 4-H Challenge Leader Training Orientation, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. May 3 — Barry County Benefit Horse Show, 8:30 a.m., Expo Fairgrounds. May 3-4 — 4-H Leisure Education Leadership Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin, MI. May 5 — Mandatory Fair Meeting, Expo Building at 7:30 p.m. May 7 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m. Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 8 — Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m. May 10 — Barry County Jr. Livestock Field Day, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 14 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., USDA Building, Hastings. May 15 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Loca­ tion to be announced. May 18 — 4-H Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Expo Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 21 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. May 22 — Spring Fling, sponsored by Barry County Homemakers. May 26 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, time and place to be announced. May 29 — Goat 4-H Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., Ex­ tension Office, Hastings. May 29 — Goat Fitting and Showing Workshops, call 948-8603. May 31 — Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. June 2 — Barry County Homemakers, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. April 2, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7:20 p.m. by J. Cooley. Members present: Wilson, Cooley, Pixley. Members ab­ sent: DeMond, Langham. 97-98 budget was adopted. March minutes were approved. Treasurer's report approved. Bills in the amount of 21,654.85 were approved for payment. Committee reports were given. Voted to do road repairs. Hired D. Hansen to clean the township hall. No public comment. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to: J.W. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Thank You CARD OF THANKS We would like to take this opportunity to thank our many friends who came to help us celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary. It was so good to visit with all of you. We also want to say a very special “thank you” to our fami­ ly, Charlotte, Jerry, Brian and Julie Garlinger; Deb, Jack, Ben and Josh Vineyard, and Ken Foote. Without our family and friends life would be so empty. Thank you all so much! Mel & Pat Kivela Help Wanted PURCHASER/BUYER: To $34,000/Yr + Great benefits! Major co.! Great people skills! 616-949-2424. Jobline Fee. BOOKKEEPER/ Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., VermontvilFe Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m?Monday thru Friday CLERICAL: To $12/Hr + Benefits! Entry/Skilled! Busy Office! 616-949-2424. Jobline Fee. MAILROOM CLERK/ PHONE OPERATOR: To $13.31/Hr. + Benefits! Entry/ Skilled level! Major Co.! Needed now! 616-949-2424. Jobline Fee. CITY HIGHWAY MAINTE­ NANCE: To $15.30/Hr + Bene­ fits! Overtime! Trainee/Skilled! Start now! 616-949-2424. Jobline Fee. EXPRESS DELIVERY DRIVER: To $800/Wk + Bene­ fits! Local Route! Co. vehicle. Needed now! 616-949-2424. Jobline Fee. Serving Our Country Glenn P. Godbey Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Glenn P. Godbey, son of Lester B. Godbey of 7001 Assyria Road and Shirley A. Gardner of 8770 Scott Road, recently departed on a sixmonth deployment to the Western Pacific Ocean aboard the AEGIS guided missile cruiser USS Chosin. Godbey’s wife, Pamela, is the daughter of Sharon Bishop of 6666 S. Clark Road and Herbert Bishop of Nashville. Godbey is one ofnearly 400 Sailors aboard the ship, which departed its home part of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, as part of the USS Constellation Bat­ tle Group, comprised of nine tactical aircraft squadrons, six ships and two submarines. The battle group is replacing the USS Kitty Hawk Battle Group, which has been deployed since October to the Western Pacific and Indian Oceans, and Persian Gulf. An AGEIS guided missile cruiser, USS Chosin is one of the most powerful warships ever put to sea. The computer-based AGEIS weapons system is the heart of the ship’s war fighting capability. It centers around a powerful radar that enables the crew to detect, track and fire on more than 100 targets at a time. Guided missile cruisers like Godbey’s are designed to protect the battle group against all threats from above, on or below the sea. Godbey and fellow crew members prepared for the deployment by participating in a Pacific Joint Task Force Ex­ Jr. Livestock plans mandatory meeting The mandatory Jr. Livestock Association meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. This is mandatory for anyone who plans to sell animals in the Jr. Livestock Sale at the 1997 fair. Informa­ tion about the sale, ideas for promotion of the sale and fair plans will be discussed. Those who can not attend the meeting because of an un­ foreseen reason should have someone represent them who can sign in and provide the in­ formation shared that night. Those who are not at this meeting or represented at this meeting, will not be allowed to sell an animal through the sale. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. ercise off the coast of Southern California. The ex­ ercise involved more than 15,000 U.S. and Canadian forces and tested their ability to respond to situations they may encounter during their six-month deployment. The USS Constellation Bat­ tle Group can travel more than 500 miles a day while simultaneously deploying to separate geographic regions. With Tomahawk cruise missiles, tactical aircraft and combat-ready Marines, the forces provide unified com­ manders with an unparalleled range of flexible options and capabilities. The 1981 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in February 1987. .Letterheads u Business Cards Envelopes Brochures H Wedding Invitations > MORE Quality Printing at Affordable Prices! all 945-9554 or stop by ... N. 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Ag Expo will be open from Michigan Cattlemen’s 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24 and Association Summer Beef 25 (Tuesday and Wednesday) Showcase and commemora­ and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. tion of the completion of the Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned Wednesday, April 30 Baked chicken quarter, bak­ ed potato w/s.c., stewed tomatoes, bread, margarine, cake. Thursday, May 1 Veal birds w/gravy, red potato, European blend, bread, margarine, cookie. Friday, May 2 Goulash, corn, Italian blend, bread, tropical fruit. Monday, May 5 Enchilida, Spanish Rice, refried beans, dessert. Tuesday, May 6 Chili con came, veggie, peas, crackers, applesauce. Events Wednesday, April 30 — Hastings, craft day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday party; Nashville 5 x 13. Thursday, May 1 — Hastings, sing-a-long; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, May 2 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, May 5 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, craft day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, May 6 — Puzzle Day. NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, April 16,1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 ext. 225 or 485-6444 ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners 102 Michigan Animal Agriculture Initiative will all be part ofAg Expo’s lineup. “Other activities may be added to the program later this spring, but with exhibits and demonstrations by more than 300 exhibitors from 23 states and Canada, we already have a full day’s activity for the farm family,” says Tim Har­ rigan, Ag Expo director. The field demonstrations will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily. The focus will be on harvesting alfalfa in the wilt stage as balage or an en­ silage or as dry hay. There will also be discussion on the merit of using custom harvesting to assure forage quality and to reduce the farm workload. Harrigan says the demonstrations will involve about a dozen farm machinery manufacturers and around 30 pieces of forage harvesting and handling equipment. MSU’s Weed Tour will be on the opening day of Ag Ex­ po. The field crops session, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., will cover weed control in com, soybeans and sugar beets. It will take place at the MSU Crop and Soil Sciences Field Laboratory at Mt. Hope and Beaumont Road. The horticultural crop pro­ gram will run from 1 to 3 p.m. at the MSU Horticulture Research Center on College Road about one-half mile National Ads SEIZED CARS FROM $175. Porsches, Cadillacs, Chevys, BMW’s, Corvettes. Also Jeeps, 4WD’s. Your area. Toll free 1-800-218-9000 Ext. A-10099 for current listings. south of Jolly Road. More information about the tour and the registration fee can be obtained from Linda Salemka at MSU by calling (517) 353-3997. Ag Expo’s animal handling demonstrations will be held at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. each day. The focus will be on ear­ ly detection of lameness in the dairy animal, proper handling of animals afflicted with foot problems, and suggestions for improving the bam environ­ ment to reduce animal foot and leg problems. The sessions on narrow-row harvesting will be held at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. each day of Ag Expo. The program will consist of demonstrations and discussions by MSU agronomists, farmers and in­ dustry experts on the economics and management ofnarrow-row — 15-, 20- and 22-inch — production prac­ tices in com, soybeans, and sugar beets. More information about the program can be obtained from Ken Geuns at MSU by calling (517) 353-2924. The commemoration of the completion of the Michigan Animal Agriculture Initiative will run from about noon on Wednesday through 7 p.m. It will feature tours of the new construction at MSU, a ribbon cutting ceremony at Anthony Hall and an outdoor meal. The event is being coordinated by MSU and the Michigan Farm Bureau. More information about the event can be obtain­ ed from Mike Kovacic at MFB by calling (5179 323-7000. Now Grill Faster...With Charcoal! (NAPS)—A Barbecue Industry Association survey indicates that an impres­ sive 56 percent of outdoor chefs are firing up a char­ coal grill. These backyard barbecuers are committed to the flavor of charcoal, even if it takes a bit more effort. Now, a unique, easyto-use grill accessory, The Pit Boss™, is adding a little heat of its own to make charcoal grilling more con­ venient by significantly speeding up cooking time. Outdoor chefs can reduce cooking time up to 35 per­ cent while enhancing that coveted charcoal flavor. 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Their newest production, "The The Baseball Show," is now just two weeks away, with performanes scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 15, 16 and 17, and 1 p.m. Sunday, May 18. "The Baseball Show" is a story about a not-so good team that improves over a season to accomplish some really big feats, and of course, it's filled with comedy. The many characters who make the coach's job difficult, and easy to relate to in real life include Andy Nusshaum, played by Travis Doyle who is always eating on the field: the ever so mouthy Tracy Cameron (Betsy Acker); and the team klutz, Kenny Bau- man, played by Adam Moody, whom many will remember from "The Music Man". Coach Beekman, (Kimberly Knoll) works very hard with the team to get them ready for the big game against the Mavericks, the team that no one can seem to beat. "You'll be rolling on the floor with laughter," said producer Bill Reynolds, when the old ladies (Nancy Moore, Mary Myers and Sue Howard) hackle the pitchers and team members, only the way old women can do!" Reynolds also said that this production will take you back to the good old days to see Shoeless Joe Jackson be inspired by a couple of witty coaches. "The show is very fast paced and full of hilarious twists," he said. "It will definitely hit all of us who are baseball fans of some sort. He added, "This show defi­ nitely will keep you laughing the entire time, quite different from the traditional straight plays. The Revue cast also has grown, and even though there are only nine players on a baseball team, extra effects are supposed to keep viewers on the edge oftheir seats wondering just what will happen next. The stage also promises to look very real to life, according to Reynolds. "Many of the area businesses that have supported 'The Revue' will see their advertisements up on stage, which will add a nice home­ town feeling to the show," he said. Those who will appear on See Baseball show, P. 2 Maple Valley school ballot propositions are defeated Three Maple Valley schools ballot propositions were defeated in a special election last Tuesday. Only 1,264 votes were cast in the bond election, including less than 50 absentee. The supporters who did show up at the polls were outnumbered by those who did not. School officials had hoped that the outcome of the election would be new class­ rooms, a new bus garage and football facilities at the high school. They were disap­ pointed, but "yes" voters lost by only a narrow margin on the first proposal. Proposal I for 4.95 mills over 30 years, which would fund new classrooms and eliminate the district's 17 portables, was defeated by only 52 votes, 657 to 605. The last bond proposal in Maple Valley netted a much <t 605 people said that they believed in us and our Board of Education understands that this is the best thing for kids. I think they have a moral obligation to go back to the voters one more time. — Al McLean, Superintendent different picture, with only 300 positive votes compared to 1,300 residents who cast a resounding "no." Proposal n, a .17-mill plan to build and furnish a new bus garage for the district also was defeated by a small margin, with 537 saying "yes' to a new bus garage and 719 saying "no." Voters, however, did make it quite clear that they weren't interested in new football facilities at the high school. When ballots were tallied, 804 rejected the proposition, almost double the 455 yes votes. That plan would have cost taxpayers .21 mill. Officials said that they fear that may be because of misconceptions that bleachers, lights and concessions now See Ballot, Page 2 Budget woes face Maple Valley Schools to drop vocal music program next year lack of funding, all having to of the smaller classes," he by Cindy J. Smith do with the aftermath of Pro­ said. "We simply don't need StaffWriter Next year's budget will have posal A and a decrease in stu­ all of the staff that we have to to be trimmed at Maple Val­ dent enrollment. He also cau­ meet current student needs." He went on to say that by ley and one of the first things tioned that this decision had to go will be the K-12 vocal nothing to do with the three planning now for future cuts, bond proposals defeated by it could prevent a major lay music program. The announcement came af­ voters last week. He explained off by the year 2000. "The district will really ter recent action by the Board that funds provided by any ofEducation, which decided to bond issue would have to be have a problem by the year "pink slip" some teachers and used for those specific projects 2000 when we reach the founeliminate the vocal music only. They could not be used dation allowance,' he said. program throughout the dis­ for operational money, teach­ "This is something that we ers' salaries or other programs. just have to do." trict. He and other officials stated "We will lose two staff po­ Superintendent Alan McLean said many budget sitions in secondary programs that teachers who are receiving cuts are necessary because of and will be combining some layoff notices may not find themselves out of work next fall. Because of retirements and at least one teacher's resignation, they could very well find other positions. However, when the announcement was made about dropping vocal music, it was like dropping a bomb for some high school students. Those same students now are circulating petitions in the community, asking for support to reinstate their music. "Many of us have been in music ever since kindergarten" said Nicole S. Wilson. "I love Wilson added that one ofthe music, it's a very important most recent situations that part of my life." Wilson, a high school created hard feelings for those sophomore who also takes involved in vocal music was private voice lessons, said she the enhancement millage, had counted on the vocal train­ which resulted in new band ing received during her high uniforms. While band students school years to prepare her for received new uniforms that college and career opportuni­ they could be proud of, the choir was "forgotten" and then ties. "I had planned to minor in forced to fund their new robes music in college," she said. with fund-raisers. That in­ "If I could have just one wish, vestment was $3,000, and the it would be for the choir to robes were worn for the first time during the Christmas stay." If eliminated, this will be concert earlier this year. "If it weren't for Amanda the second time in Maple Val­ ley history that the school has Finkler's mom and all of the gone without a vocal music fund-raisers that we had, we program. The first time it wouldn't have choir robes," took millage to reinstate it. said Sunshine Landon. Those fund-raisers, all orga­ Some feel that the choir has nized outside of school time, always gotten a "raw deal." "It's just not fair," said Wil­ included car washes, bake son. "We have worked so sales, rummage sales and the hard. While other groups have like. Additional funds were been funded right along, we collected through donations. have always had to support See Music program, P. 3 our own choir." tn This Issue • Arbor Day activities ‘spruce up’ community • Nashville ‘Summer Fest’ to help fund local sports activities • MV varsity softball team wins four out of six The Maple Valley Sr High Choir performed on stage in these beautiful new robes for the first time in December. Now the robes, which the students earned through fund raisers, will be packed away, and the choir program will be eleminated because of lack of funds. These teens are asking for support from the community to convince the Maple Valley Board of Education to reinstate their program. • Hole in one reported at Mulberry Fore �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6. 1997 — Page 2 BALLOT ISSUES, located _ behind Fuller Elementary could be moved to the new site. Due to the cost to move any of those items and the fact that the bleachers are worn out, that plan simply isn't feasible. Superintendent Alan McLean said after the election that he was disappointed in results. "I really had more faith in this community," he said. "I have said it before but will say it again, it was a 'bare bones' proposal." He added, "I guess what our community is telling us is that they like these portable classrooms." Though new classrooms would have meant additional property taxes, McLean stressed that they would be continued from front— minimal. He said it will never get any cheaper and that operational expenses should be put into the equation. "Right now we are spending hundreds of thousands of dollars in energy programs every year because of these portable classrooms," he said. The bright side for the schools, however, is that though defeated, enough people had voted in favor of eliminating the portables that McLean felt there was sufficient support from the community to put the proposal back on the ballot. "605 people said that they believed in us," he said. "And, our board of education understands that this is the best thing for kids, I think they now have a moral obligation to go back to voters one more time." That decision, whether or not to pursue another request, is expected to be made very soon. Meanwhile, as McLean put it, "The only losers here are the kids. They will be spending another year in portable classrooms." Zemke Scholarship report is now available The annual report of the Zemke Scholarship Fund is available for public inspection at 4396 Coats Grove Road, Hastings. anniversary and five generations Southern Shoe & Boot Co. Wrangler Jeans Are Here! 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Main - Across from Hardware (517) 852-2540 stage include Sue Howard, Bill Mason, Travis McIntyre, Kristen Frith, Karla Rasey, Adam Moody, Mary Myers, Betsy Acker, Teri Sessions, Ryan Rosin, Marabeth Gra­ ham, Samantha Mater, Laura Trumble, Tara Gordenski, Sarah Trumble, Dianne Patrick, Emily Doyle, Trent Moody, Julia Draper, Kyle Curtiss, Nancy Moore, Robb Rosin, Matt Knoll, Andy Patrick, Travis Doyle, Megann Patrick, Lynn Blakely, Kimberly Knoll, Liz Stanton, Stan Graham, Don Blakely, Bill Reynolds, Nathan Blakely, Jeff Knoll, Nettie Emery, Deb McIntyre, Pat Hansen, Allison McLean, Becky Howard and Rob Brummler. Advance tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from any cast member or by phon­ ing 726-0804 for the follow­ ing prices: •Adults $6 •Students $5 •Senior citizens $5 continued from front— •Children under the age of 10 will be admitted free.. Reynolds is already gearing for performances scheduled for later this summer and looking for those who wish to audi­ tion. "With the great success from our last musical earlier this year, we are gearing up for a summer musical, he said. "The Revue will be performing 'Li'l Abner' the last weekend in July and the first weekend in August." All interested participants should contact Reynolds and be prepared to sing something original (not from the show) and a "cold reading." That audition will take place on May 19 at 6 p.m. at the Opera House. "If interested in just having a great time and being part of the group, come and see what we are all about," he said. "We promise a great time!" V CHERYL CHERYLS ’S HAIR SHOP 1 CHERYL PIERCE. Owner O$ 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI • 517-852-2377 A Q fl u rye ...or V V5 5 en, omen AVEDA & Children Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm 1 W LQGALCl U HCI I SCI i l’DC l.K CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. .Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship......... .6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening Worship.................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 1 a.m. Church School............... 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. 0:30 a.m. Worship........ Evening Worship :00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class....... .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN f'/i ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School:.................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service :00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OP HOPE CHAPEL Homan Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 3 MUSIC PROGRAM TO BE DROPPED, Obituaries „ Don H. Gutchess CHARLOTTE Don H. Gutchess, age 75, ofCharlotte, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 1997 at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing. He was bom in Nashville on March 4, 1922, the son of Samuel and Made (Sheldon) Gutchess. Mr. Gutchess graduated from Charlotte High School and was in the Artilery during World War H. After the war, he was a machinist at Eaton Stamping in Battle Creek and at Standard Stamping in Nashville. He was a member of the Nashville V.F.W. Post #8260 and Hastings Eagles. Mr. Gutchess enjoyed taking care ofhis dogs, fishing and woodworking. He was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. Mr. Gutchess is survived by his brother, Von Gutchess of Colorado; several nieces and nephews and his special friend and companion for 22 years, Joan Harwood of Charlotte. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 1, 1997 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville V.F.W. Post #8260. Nancy K (Horn) (Cook) Sichler ORLANDO, FLORIDA - Mrs. daughters, Diane Cantu of Nancy K. (Hom) (Cook) Sich- Orlando, Florida and Doreen ler, age 57, ofOrlando Florida, (Kent) Fey of Merrit Island, formerly of Nashville, passed Florida; thirty grandchildren; away Wednesday, April 30, two great grandchildren; three brothers, Neil (Marge) Hom of 1997. Nancy was bom March 1, Noblesville, Indiana, Dewey 1940 at home in Battle Creek (Miriam) Hom ofHastings and to Lawrence and Lucretia Ron (Carol) Hom of Hessel (Rice) Hom. She married Dale and one sister, Linda (Bruce) Cook in 1958. This marriage Freeman of Lansing. A memorial service will be ended in divorce. She married Karl Sichler in 1986. He held at Nashville Baptist preceded her in death in 1995. Church on May 10, 1997 at Nancy is survived by four 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers a memor­ sons, Dan (Jan) Cook ofCurtis, Dennis (Lola) Cook of Char­ ial contribution may be made lotte, David (Helen) Cook of to the Nancy Sichler Memorial Nashville and Doug (Lori) Fund at the Nashville Branch Cook of Nashville; two of the Hastings City Bank. Robert L. Cole BATTLE CREEK Mr. He was employed for 31 Robert L. Cole, age 71, of years at Kellogg’s, retiring in Battle Creek, passed away on 1983. December 8, 1996 in Colum­ Mr. Cole enjoyed golfing, bia South Bay Hospital in Sun bowling and traveling. City Center, Florida after a two He is survived by his wife, year illness. Betty of Battle Creek and two He was bom August 2,1925 sisters, Helen Crittendon of in Nashville, the son ofthe late Hastings and Millie Knodt of C.J. and Edna (Boylen) Cole. Chula Vista, California. Mr. Cole is a graduate of Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, Nashville High School. He was married to Betty M. May 12, 1997 at Memorial Creek,l Burtram on March 2, 1979 in Park Cemetery in Battle Creek. Reverend Dr. James M. Sarasota, Florida. Gyse.l After serving in the Navy, officiating. Arrangements were made World Warn, from 1943-1946 he had lived in Battle Creek for by Richard A. Henry Funeral many years wintering in recent Home, Battle Creek. years in Ruskin, Florida. DIANA’S PLACE The Place to go for Professional Styling Owner - Ln )lana Kuempel 21 Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road 852-9481____ 21 J 21 CONGRATULATIONS A Leslie (Gould) Booher On your graduation on May 10 th from Jh Ferris State and your 21st birthday k x on May 19t All your family and friends are proud of you. 21 21 21 "Some of the graduating choir members' families made donations that helped with the project," said Landon, "and the VFW." Though many choir stu­ dents said they felt they got very little support from school staff, they felt that there was one individual who did care — music director, Carol Kersten. Kersten, who has been choir director for 11 years, said that she is there not because it is a "job," but because she loves music and her work with students. She began her work here in the vocal music pro pro-­ gram shortly after it was rein­ stated. "It is really too bad to let something like this go," she said. "In the 11 years that I have been here, there have been at least five Maple Val­ ley graduates who have gone into music professions." Moreover, though junior­ senior high school is where most students become serious about music, she said that many don't realize the impor­ tance of music in lower elementary grades. "Many of the regular class­ room teachers just don't feel that they are equipped to work with students in vocal music," she said. She also said she feels that elementary music is much more than teaching children about composers, and develop­ ing their voices. "What these children pick up in elementary music will help them in all walks of life," she said. "It helps to de­ velop good listening skills, rhythm, and even reading and math skills." Suggestions have now been made to make the choir pro­ gram, at least at the high school an "extra-curricular" ac- Barry County COA lunch menu, events Wednesday, May 7 Chicken supreme, red potato, green beans w/red pepper, dinner roll, margarine, tapiocia pudding. Thursday, y, May y8 Shaved pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, California blend, bun, jello. Friday, May 9 Baked fish, squash, spinach, bread, margarine, cookie. Monday, May 12 Oriental chicken over rice, baby com, Prince Edward medley, muffin, cheesecake w/fruit. Tuesday, May 13 Stuffed pepper, tossed salad, dressing, carrots, bread, margarine, cobbler. Events Wednesday, May 7 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, May 8 — Hastings, sing-a-long; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, May 9 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, May 12 — Hastings, music; Nashville, Nashville 5; Woodland, craft day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, May 13 — Puzzle Day. << continued from front page It is really too bad to let something like this go. In the 11 years that I have been here, there have been at least five Maple Valley graduates who have gone into music professions. — Carol Kersten Lenz also pointed out, "When a student makes re­ quests for his or her schedule for the next year, they are all supposed to put down addi­ tional choices," he pointed out. "If the class which is their first choice is full, we then look at their other prefer­ ences." It seems as though school administrators have made up their mind that choir will no longer be a part of the regular curriculum. Members of the high school ch'oir, however, hope to change their minds, and they are asking the com­ munity for their support. "We plan to attend the next school board meeting (May 12 at the high school library) and try to convince them to keep our choir program," said Wil­ son. "We need people from the community to come to that meeting and support our group.” The Maple Valley choir members will perform their spring concert on Wednesday, May 21. Without the support of the community it may be the last. tivity, much like the Maple ago. Now some students Valley Jazz Band. But high claim that choir has been au­ school choir members said tomatically dropped from their that if forced to do that, they schedule sceue and they ey aree put pu intoo fear that elementary young-classes that they don't want, sters would lose out alto­ or forced into taking a study gether. hall. "If we had to make our High School counselor choir an extra-curricular activ- Ward Rooks said that the ity in high school some of us changes in scheduling weren't would be able to participate, out ofthe ordinary. but not. all of us, and the "We always have some younger students would really changes,' he said, mentioning pay the price," said Wilson. that many times there won't "Our program would eventu­ be enough students interested ally fall apart." in a particular elective class What about graduation re­ and those who had signed up quirements? then would be asked to make Some students who have another selection due to can­ learned ofthe choir's problems cellation. now fear that because they are not also band members they will not be able to graduate. But Principal Larry Lenz said Uook wboj finally that just isn't so. He said each old epoogb to drive! student must have a year of some type of humanities class to graduate. Besides from band and vocal music, some choices would include art or foreign language. And scheduling conflicts? Maple Valley staff members say the scheduling process for next year began several weeks Happy Sixteenth Birthday! Jeremy The Maple Valley School Board salutes the manypeople who help shape our children's education teachers, support staff, bus drivers, cooks, custodians, administration. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 4 Day activities spruce up communities 6 Richard Easey, Anthony Cook and Aaron Ohm were among the work crew at Maplewood Elementary where new seedlings are now planted. MAPLE VALLEY Youngsters were busy all day long filling the dumpsters at Fuller Elementary with papers found in the school yard. They even found some treasures will outside that afternoon! Anyone who has lost a lunch ticket, a braclett, or other small treasures might want to check out the lost and found in the school office. 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The seedlings were pur­ chased from the Barry Soil and Water Conservation District by the Woodman family, who after planting hundreds on their own property, decided to pass on a few to the school. Ann Woodman, a parapro­ fessional at Maplewood, said that she thought the kids would enjoy caring for the trees. Meanwhile, youngsters at Fuller Street were "busy as beavers" picking up trash around the school building. Each classroom choose a par­ ticular area either in front of Alternative Educucation students worked around the school or around the foot­ ball field and before long filled their building on Washington Street, and then took the Arbor Day project a step further. Soon the crew several garbage bags. Terry Mix and his alterna- took to Callton's yeard with rakes and shovels. Great tive ed crew also were busy, at job kids! school and around the com­ plant flowers to spruce the munity. He and his students ofthese teens. Once through with rakes, place up a bit. Once warmer collected rakes and shovels, and with some elbow grease, part of the crew was busy weather hits, flower beds will Washington Street soon be­ breaking ground around the appear, brightening up the school building, preparing to school yard. come pretty as a picture, One of the yards that the group focused on was that of Dr. Michael Callton. His yard is now free of leaves and sticks and all ready for spring 7$ • mowing, thanks to the efforts GARAGE SALE NAY Community Notices FORMER GRADUATES OF MAPLE VALLEY High School that wish to be consid­ ered by the 1997 Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Founda­ tion’s selection committee this year, may pick up a survey sheet at the Superintendents office. The survey sheet must be returned by May 15 for consider­ ation this year. 8 & 9 9 am - 5 pm Pete Benton 1764 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville Lots of nice men’s, women’s and children’s clothing. RCA video camcorder with tri­ pod, mountain bike, trombone, pressure canner, stereo, toys, crafts, IBM compatible printer, oak drop leaf table, bakers cabinet, crocks, antiques, primitives and other quality junk. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6. 1997 — Page 5 VFW recognizes and helps children with patriotism Nashville Veterans of For­ "This is a new activity and eign Wars (VFW) members is we’re having a lot of fun Bud Rost and Joanne Rice with the kids," said member made some special visits to Bud Rost who was instrumen­ Maple Valley elementary tal in letting youngsters know buildings last week, present­ just what their organization ing children with awards for- stands for. Their visit began with the little folks, kindergartners at Fuller Street who have spent considerable time this year memorizing the Pledge of Al­ legiance. With daily practice, some of those youngsters can now recite the pledge without Several Kintergardener*s earned a "Pledge Of Aligence* certificate and got the privelage of shaking the hand of VFW members Joanne Rice and Bud Rost last week at Fuller Elementary. A new flag flys high at Kellogg Elemengary thanks to a recent donation by the Nashville VFW. Vermontville teenager joins babysitters' training program extra help of their teachers, sang. Prizes will be given away and each received a special The post hopes to keep kids award from Rost and a hand involved and has another pro- and then all are invited to the VFW Post for a potluck din­ shake. ject under way that will take Though not all children place on Memorial Day. All ner and a bike rally, where safety inspections will be have mastered the pledge in entirety at this point, teachers children in the community are completed and reflective sticksaid that they are confident invited to decorate their bikes ers will be given to riders to that this little ceremony with or tricycles and participate in make their journeys a little safer. VFW members will give this year's parade. those still working on the project that extra boost and • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 they should recite from start to Finish by the end of the school year. Once the "Pledge Of Alle­ giance" party was over at Fuller, another stop was made 2i Celebrating his 21st Birthday for a visit with Kellogg fourth-graders who received a 1 May 8th, 1997 new flag for their school yard. 2 Boy Scouts in the group Love, a M om, Dad 1and1Bri.a n helped Rost "unveil" the new 21 flag and place in on the pole 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • 21 • while other fourth-graders Happy Birthday to... BARRY BRANDT WE CARE We are your locally-owned, independent funeral home and we’re here when you need us. We are a family friend who goes the extra mile to help you. Pictured are (from left, front row) Kristen Capps, Kara Andrek, Emily Caveney, (back row, from left) Beth Conklin, Stacey Willard, Erin Starkweather, Crystal Maiville, Laurie Fosket and instructor Renee Finney. The Emergency Medical Services Department at Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital recently sponsored a babysitter’s training course. Students ages 12 to 15 received training in planning for a babysitting job, behavior and expectations of children, selecting safe toys and games, supervising children, accident prevention, first aid, caring for infants and children, and dealing with separation anxiety. Charlotte firefighters Leroy Hummel presented fire safety and Charlotte police officer Kurt Bristol presented per­ sonal safety. The students received two books, “Sitters Resource Guide” and “Emergency Care and First Aid Manual,” by Dr. Lee Salk, through the course to use as resources while they are babysitting. They also received reuseable dry erase boards, which con­ tain important parent and child information for them to fill in, including parent’s con­ tact phone number and loca­ tion, alternate contact person and phone number, child allergies, and address and phone number of the home. Participants receiving cer­ tificates of completion were Stacey Willard, Kristen Capps, Kara Andrek, Emily Caveney, Beth Conklin, Erin Starkweather, Crystal Maiville and Laurie Fosket. Conklin is a resident ofVer­ montville. She is 13 and in the seventh grade. She can be reached at 726-1266. YOUR CHILD ON RITALIN? There's now a NATURAL ALTERNATIVE. For information, call free, 800-948-8760 or 616-948-8760 No wonder so many of your neighbors have the peace of mind knowing who they trust. 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Kevin Rost, who. has worked out details with vil­ lage officials to fund a new basketball court for Putnam Park, came up with the "Summer Fest'" as a way to fund that project,and to pro­ mote the community. The best part of his plan, is that there will be something planned for every age and in­ terest in Nashville, including sports events, food, crafts and prizes. Summer Fest will be kicked off on Friday evening with a dance at the VFW Hall, which will feature some surprise per­ formances, and from there the weekend gets even better. Those who love sports of any type should find some­ thing that they want to partic­ ipate in on Saturday and Sunday. Among attractions will be a three-on-three bas­ ketball tournament, a walk-athon, a co-ed softball tourna­ ment, a horseshoe tournament and a golf scramble at Mulberry Fore. Other activities include a large craft show, a display for area hunters, a dunk tank and lots of things for kids, like free pony rides and a treasure hunt. Rost, who always has kids shooting hoops or working out at his Fuller Street home, recalls his high school days when outside of school there HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. was little for kids to do around Nashville. Now, with the Clowns Dreamland addition to Putnam, many young families are using the park, and he feels this this is a great time to add something for older kids. "Whenever we wanted to play basketball, we ended up traveling to Charlotte or Lansing because there was no place to play in town," he said. "I want to change all of that." Kevin began brain storming about what he could do help provide a basketball court for young people in Nashville. After looking over the situa­ tion at Putnam Park and see­ ing the poor condition of ex­ isting tennis courts that are rarely used, he decided to ap­ proach the village and ask that HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. 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(CM602DB) INDUSTRIAL LOT - 2 acres, in Charlotte. (CM603DB) SEE YOU NEXT WEEK. We advertise in the following papers for broader coverage for our clients: Hastings Reminder, Lake­ wood News, Grand Ledge Independent, Charlotte Shopping Guide. WE ADVERTISE DAILY in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Mont­ calm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. Basketball tournments are just a portion what is on the menu for the first ever "Nashville Summer Fest" planned for June 27, 28, and 29. Area Resident Kevin Rost has planned the special weekend as a way to help fund a new basketball court in Putnam Park. one of the two tennis courts be revamped for basketball. Officials listened intently as Rost outlined his plans to renovate that portion of the park, costs and ideas to fund the project early in April, then after discussing it among themselves and meeting with Rost again, they agreed to help with the project, and Rost put his creativity back to work to finalize plans. "Everything just started coming together," he said. "I contacted Sandy at Sport's Stuff and he was able to make connections for top of the line equipment at a really good price." Organizing the baseball and basketball toumemnts was easy. He had been part of that scene now for several years and knew just what to do. Other portions of the Summer Fest plans took a little more work. Rost said that he thinks best when on the treadmill in his basement. Every day, while working out, he just began to think of all of the possibilities. The weekend, which would fund the park project, would become an an­ nual event ifplanned correctly and he needed to attract every­ one to Nashville. "Once I got started with ac­ tivities, the list just kept growing," he said. "We have a large craft show planned, groups coming in to provide music, an auction, and of course, lots to eat." Soon he began to contact local businesses to see what they could contribute to the affair and said that he was very pleased with results. "Everyone has helped out," he said. "Many area merchants have donated prizes." Everyone who attends the first-ever rst-ever Nasve Nashville Summer Fest will be eligible for a prize, and the more activities that he or she enters, the big­ ger the chance of winning. Rost has devised a "ticket reward" for those who are part in any of the many things planned. Every time someone participates in an activity or purchases crafts or an item from the bake sale, a ticket is dispersed which then ends up in a drawing. All tickets will be color coded by age groups and there are some really big prizes, like a portable basket­ ball ll hoop and mountain bikes. "Thee more you pay play thee bigger your chance ofwinning a big prize,” he said. "Of course, those who don't partic­ ipate in activities can still buy items." He also added that children under the age of 15 can play free, with the exception of team sports. One of the events Rost en­ courages families to partici­ pate in is the walk-a-thon. He hopes to see families walking together, pushing strollers or pulling youngsters in wagons (the further you walk the bet­ ter the chances of winning a prize). Those who wish to obtain more information about the Summer Fest or want to sign up for various tournaments can do so with a phone call. If coed softball is your game, each team can enter a tournament for $110. Teams should call 852-1578 for more information. Basketball in Nashville will be much cheaper than the Gus Macker tournament. The fee for a four-man team is $25. Call 852-1578 to make ar- rangements to play. There will be no entry fee for those wishing to be part of the craft show. Those who need booth space can make ar­ rangements by calling 852­ 9666 or 952-1956. Horseshoes will cost each two-man team $5, and golfers can simply call Mulberry Fore for details. "All proceeds of this festi­ val will go to benefit the chil­ dren in our community and in memory of all lost children," said Rost. "We hope to add basketball courts to Putnam Park in addition to the Clowns Dreamland equipment this summer." Additional proceeds will be dispersed to Clowns Dreamland, Little League, the Maple Valley Jazz Band, area scouts, Pee Wee football, ju­ nior basketball, floor hockey and wrestling teams. Engagements Massanari-Thatcher Dr. Ronald and Rhoda Massanari of Alma are pleas­ ed to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Danielle Rae to T. Thomas Thatcher m (Tad), son of Duane and Patricia Thatcher of Middleville. Danielle and Tad are both graduates of Adrian College. Tad is currently a Michigan State medical student doing rotations at Garden City Hospital; he will graduate April 1998. Danielle is a social case worker. A June 28, 1997 wedding is planned at Alma College. TANNING M.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 7 FULLER Focus New books available at Putnam Public Library a a&;». >&<;2»*. J>?<S2* J? S§ J?S§ “liri® fcsgjj; ‘W W ii J, 'hitGt Malkiki ^%Jinijt *5E. 6«itit- eM^l^ aisisfa® Kindergarten — Linda Gaber. We continue working ont he letters of the alphabet. In the past month we’ve work­ ed on the letters Rr, Ee, Nn, Jj and LI. We made a jar of jiggling jeans for Jj, a planet Earth for Ee, a lizard out of a L, Racing Rabbits on a race track for R and for Na nest and printed “Nests Are Nice.” We’re very busy working on a little program for a Mothers Day Tea that we’ll be having on Friday, May 16th. Kindergarten — Mrs. Seifert. We have been making alphabet books. We are glue­ ing magazine pictures on each page to match each letter’s sound. We had an Easter egg hunt during “Ee” week. We helped make our Earth beautiful by picking up litter on the playground. We took part in a poster contest for Earth Day. We drew pictures of how we could help the Earth. We are learning ways to stay healthy and not spread germs. We are practicing songs to sing during our Mother’s Day Tea in May. Kindergarten — Mrs. King. We have been very busy working on the alphabet. Our most current letters were Rr, Ee, and Nn! We made rabbits racing on racetracks, Peter Rabbit props, Earth with eggshells on it, newspaper nests, numbers on newspaper and many other fun projects! One of our favorite things that we did was planting flowers for Earth Day. We look forward to painting undershirts for Uu week, making appleprints for Aa .week, and watching our cater­ pillars, change and grow into butterflies. Our Mother’s Day Tea will be on Friday, May 16th in our classroom. First Grade — Mrs. Schinck. We have been busy leaming about plants and dinosaurs. Two weeks ago, we read several books about dinosaurs and we even created our very own dinosaurs. Last EWING WELL DRILLING , INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENTS DO OUR OWN W0R> Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE week, we started our unit on plants and we planted our own gardens and watched our vegetables grow. On Friday, we planted grass seed inside of eggshells and made eggberts. They are almost in need of a trim. We are beginning to learn about geometry and measure­ ment. We can measure objects with our rulers. We really enjoy this activity. We are also continuing to Read! Read! Read! We love reading and feel proud of ourselves for our great accomplishments. We are planting a “blue spruce” tree for Earth Day. Thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Woodman to donating the tree. Please help us keep the earth green. First Grade — Mrs. Dunham. We are reading “A Baby Rattlesnake,” an Indian folklore on how they get their rattle. We have a spelling word test every Friday. We have learned how to sound out open, closed, and magic “e” syllable words. We are work­ ing on memorizing addition facts to sums of 5. We are growing plants. We have 10 caterpillars that are spinning cocoons and will hatch into painted lady butterflies. First Grade — Miss Papranec. We have been very busy learning about plants, and growing gardens. The students will be studying how to save our planet by recycl­ ing. Also, about endangered animals and rainforests. Second Grade Mrs. Long. We just finished obser­ ving “Earth Week” at our school and learned that everyone can help by practic­ ing the 3 “R”s Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! Our last unit in reading is called “Water, Water Everywhere” which fits in with all the news we hear about the recent flodding. We’re also doing the ac­ celerated reading program. We’re reading every chance we have. We are studying dinosaurs in science and food groups and good eating habits in health. In math we just finished the unit on geometry and measurement. Our caterpillars in our room are really growing. Many of them are in the chrysalis stage. We’re looking forward to releasing them soon. Thank you P.T.O. for buying them for us. Third Grade — Mrs. Wilde. We had so much fun reading Pippi Longstocking. We even dressed up like Pip­ pi! We are learning about rocks, verbs, tall tales and geometry. We’ll be busy until our last day in June. Third Grade — Mrs. Ar­ vizu. My class has been busy. We have read many books, and over half of us have pass­ ed our times tables through the twelves. We have been working on magnets and geology in science. Now we are starting to lam about the animal kingdom. We are anxious to see our butterflies hatch. We also have hermit crabs and a gerbil in our class. Fiction My Sweet Folly by Laura Kinsale, The Brides Bodyguard by Elizabeth Thor­ ton, Touched by Angels by Debbie Macomber, Lords of Night by Janet Bennett, The Ranch by Danielle Steele, Three to Get Deadly by Janet Evanovich, The Pirates Daughter by Robert Girardi, The Wild Baron by Catherine Coulter, The Book of Ruth by Jane Hamilton, Day ofDecep­ tion by Hague, Sanctuary by Nora Roberts, McNally’s Gamble by Lawrence Sanders, The Big Picture by Kennedy, The Success Journey by Maxwell, Thief of Soules by Darian North, En­ dangered Species by Nevada Barr, Ashworth Hall by Anne Perry, The Senator’s Daughter by Victoria Gotti, A Thin Dark Line by Tami Hoag, Mortal Fear by Greg Des, Dark Horse by Doug Richardson, Deep as Marrow by F. Paul Wilson, Lovesick by Angeles Mastretta, The Echo by Minette Walters, Killing Floor by Lee Child, Billy Gashade by Loren Estleman, Small Vices by Robert Parker, Long After Midnight by Iris Johansen, Cold Cold Heart by James Elliot, Slaughter in the Ashes by William Johnstone, The PTince and the Pilgrim by Mary Stewart, That Day the Rabbi Left Town by Harry Kemelman, Rebel by Heather Graham, A Cottage by the Sea by Ciji Ware, Wanted Across Time by Eugenia Price, Claim the Crown by Carla Neggers, Lady of the Mist by Peggy Handler, Sleeping Alone by Barbara Bretton, Replicator Run by Rainer Rey, Face of the Rising Sun by William Sarabande, Trickster by Muriel Gray, 3001 by Arthur Clarke, Chromosome by Robin Cook. Non-Fiction Miss Manners Basic Train­ ing: Communications by Judith Martin, The Best Pet Name Book Ever! by Eldridge Wayne, On My Own at 107 by Delaney, Leading With My Chin by Jay Leno, The Arthritis Cure by Theodosatis, Official 1997 Blackbook Price Guide of U.S. Coins by Mark Hudgeons, Old Fishing Lures & Tackle, Palmistry by Sasha Fenton, Step-By-Step Wed­ ding Flowers by Calley Ellis, Bird House Book by Bruce Woods, Button Craft by Dawn Cusick, Do You Own Wiring by Armpriester, Facebuilding by Benz, Home Decorating With Fabric by Carol Parks, Jewelers Art by A. Sprintzen, Making and Repairing Wood Clocks by V. Taylor, Palmistry and the Inner Self by Ray Douglas, Reps the Worlds Hottest by Kennedy, Upholstery A Complete Course by James, Basic Wir­ ing, Plumbing. Bookshelves and Cabinets, Floors and Stairways, Finish Carpentry, Wooden Toys, and Your Old House by Time Life, Lee Takes Command and Tenting Tonight by Time Life Civil War Series, Chilton’s Auto Repair Manual 1993-1997, Cambridge Biographical En­ cyclopedia, Funk and Wagnails World Atlas, From the Heart, Uncommon Fathers, Case For Reincarnation. Campbell. Across the Wilde and Lonesome Prairie by Kristina Gregory, the Winter of Red Snow by Kristina Gregory, When Will This Cruel War Be Over by Barry Deneberg, A Picture of Freedom by Patricia C. McKissack, The View from Saturday by E.L. Koningsburg, Little House in Brookfield by Maria D. Wilkes, The River by Gary Paulsen, Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli, Homecoming, Dicey's Song and A Solitary Blue by Cynthia Voight, Amber Brown Goes Fourth and Amber Brown I Not A Crayon by Paula Danziger, Crash by Jerry Spinelli, Rats Saw God by Rob Thomas, Wrestling Sturbridge by Rich Wallace, Brian’s and Call Me Junior and Young Adult Francis Tucket by Gary Night of the Moonbow by Paulsen, Bad Girls by Cynthia Thomas Tyron, Moon in the Voight, Slam by Walter Dean Water, by Lucy Diggs, Ashleigh’s Diary by Joanna See Library, Page 8 Give Mom the gift that will bloom forever. Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11. Teleflora s beautiful Everlasting Rose Bouquet features fresh flowers presented in an elegant keepsake vase. Crafted of fine French glass, a motif of lightly frosted roses surrounds t vase. It’s perfect for floral arrangements all year long! the To send this lovely Teleflora gift anywhere in the U.S. or Canada, call or visit our shop. * Mapes Florist ~ Delivery Available - 207 N. 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Olay Hydroxy Daily Renewal Cream 2 oz........... 3659 Olay Hydroxy Protective Renewal Lotion 4 oz. 3659 Olay Hydroxy Revitalizing Eye Gel 5 oz............. 3639 Real Estate NORTHERN MICHIGAN PROPERTY: Antrim County, 10.01 beautiful acres with woods and fields. Remote hunting and camping. State land nearby. $9900, $500 down, $130/mo., 11% land contract. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118 or www.northemlandco.com 219 Main Street, Nashville • 952-0345 HOURS: 9 am to 6 pm Monday .-.Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday Sale Pates April 30 - May 14.1997 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 8 Alternative mole repellant shows promise Moles come alive in lawns at this time of year, much to the chagrin of homeowners. There are many strategies for dealing with moles, states Pat Tirrell, Horticulturist at the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office. These include trapping, smoke cartridges, mechanical elimination and chemical elimination of their food source. Fortunately another alter­ native has been suggested by Dr. Glenn Dudderar, MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Specialist. This treatment is still in the experimental stages, but it is nontoxic and inexpensive. The main ingre­ dient is old-time castor oil (the main ingredient in commer­ cial mole controls). The recipe for mole repellant calls for two to three ounces castor oil (the smelly kind only), two tablespoons mild liquid soap combined in one gallon of water. One gallon of this mixture show treat 10,000 square feet. The trick is to spread such a small volume of spray evenly. A compressed air pump sprayer will probably work best. It is necessary to apply the mixture when the soil is moist and then move the preparation down through the soil. A rain following the application will accomplish this or water the area with a minimum of 1/4 inch of water. Damage will increase for increase for one to two weeks before subsiding. Apply as needed, though two applica­ tions should be enough for the entire season. New child care providers wanted locally The Office of Young Children plans to recruit, train and support new child care providers in Spring and Sum­ mer, 1997. “This past year the StrongFamilies/Safe Children In­ itiative (SF/SC) held family focus groups in Eaton County to determine immediate fami­ ly needs,” explains Mona Ellard, an advisory board member of the SF/SC in­ itiative. “One of the more critial issues identified was the lack of child care for children in the evenings and weekends, for parents whose jobs require such hours.” For those interested in star­ ting their own child care business and would consider opening their business for non-traditioanl hours, the Of­ fice of Young Children is of­ fering a special and free train­ ing. Call 1-800-234-6996 for more information. Virginia Silsbee to celebrate 80 years Friends and family are hav­ ing a birthday party on Sunday, May 11 at noon at the Maple Leaf Grange on M-66, 316 miles south of Nashville. [Alternative Education Applications for Fall 1997 Recent library memorials noted— Are now being accepted Latest memorials to the Put­ nam District Library: In memory of Sidney Stan­ ton by Cecile Gwin, Geraldine Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Dahm. In memory of Sidney Green by Nate and LaDuska Sheldon. In memory of Harold (Fuz­ zy) Woodard by Wayne and Penny Cogswell and Magic Steel Corporation. Contact: Naple Valley Community Education 517-851-1145 LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual school election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 9,1997. THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY,, JUNE 9,, 1997,, IS MONDAY,, MAY 12,, 1997.. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, MAY 12, 1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office of your county, county city ortownship clerk's office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education LIBRARY NEWS, continued from page 7 Myers, Big Balloon Race by Eleanor Coerr, The Eagle Kite by Paula Fox, I Hadn’t Meant to Tell You by Jac­ queline Woodson, True Confessions by Avi, Harris and Me, Haymeadow, and Night John by Gary Paulsen, Once on This Island by Gloria Whelan, Dealing with Dragons by Patricia Wrede, Yolanda’s Genius by Carol Fenner, Year of the Black Pony by Walt Morey, The Race and Eagle’s Wings by Lauraine Snelling, Junie B. Jones, Fat Mouth and Junie B. Jones, Sneaky Peeky Spying by Barbara Parks, Watson’s Go to Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis, What Jamie Saw by Carolyn Conan. Easy Readers Pioneer Sisters and The Adventures of Laura and Jack by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Soc­ cer Sam by Jean Marzollo, A Boy Named Boomer by Boomer Esiason, Tornadoes by Lorraine Jean Hopping, The Day of the Bad Haircut by Eva Moore. Junior Reference Mariah Carey, Her Story by Chris Nickson, Oksana My Oan Story by Oksana Baiul, Dr. Wildlife, Eddie Murphy by Deborah Wilburn, Rosa Parks by Mary Hull, Alice Walker by Tony Gentry, Whoopi Goldberg by Rose Blue, Ophra Winfrey by Lois Nicholson, Toni Morrison by Douglas Century, Who Was Who in World Exploration by Carl Waldman, Who’s Who of Sports Champions by Ralph Hickok, The Big Book of Presidents by Victoria Sherrow, Cambridge Biographical Encyclopedia by David Crystal, Explorer by Rupert Matthews, Invention by Lionel Bender, Archeology by Christopher Gravett, But­ terfly and Moth by Paul Whalley, The Complete Dog Book by American Kennel Club, Castle by Christopher Gravett, What Your Kindergartner Needs to Know, What Your 1st Grader Needs to Know, and What Your 4th Grader Needs to Know by E.D. Hirsch, Plays Children Love by Coleman Jennings, Classic Poems to Read Aloud by James Berry, I Feel a Little Jumpy Around You by Naomi ShUiab Nye, Draw 50 Animals, 50 Famous Cartoons, 50 Monsters, 50 Thank You CARD OF THANKS The Maple Valley Band Boosters would like to thank everyone who donated or work­ ed to help us achieve another successful year at the Vermont­ ville Maple Syrup Festival. We acknowledge and appreci­ ate the long term committment and cooperation from: The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation and all their producers. Vermontville Fire Department Vermontville Hardware _________Carl’s Supermarket Horses and 50 Dogs by Lee J. Ames, Young Enthusiasts Set, includes The Young Tennis Player, Basketball Player, Dancer, Rider and Gymnast, Great Ghosts, Real Vampires, Werewolves, and Ghostly Warnings by Daniel Cohen, Funk and Wagnails World Atlas, Train Your Dog by Harper, The Case for Rein­ carnation by Harper, Pirates by Charles Ellms, Women in the Military by Carol Wekesser, Salem Witch Trials by Earle Rice Jr., The Scopes Trial by Don Nardo, Alien Abductions by Patricia D. Netzley, Angels by Deanne Durrett, The Devil by Thomas Shouweiler, Gangs by Gail Stewart, Teens in Prison by Gail Stewart, Gangs by Charles P. Cozic, Homosex­ uality by William Dudley, Male/Female Roles by Jonathan S. Perkins, Sports In America by William Dudley, Abortion by Joan Nelson, The Challenger by Timothy Levi Biel, Chernobyl by Don Nar­ do, The Dust Bowl by John Farris, Exxon-Valdez Oil Spill by John Farris, Hiroshima by John Farris, San Francisco Earthquake by James House, Volcanos and Earthquakes. Picture Books Going West, Summertime in the Big Woods, and Winter on the Farm by Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little Polar Bear Finds a Friend and Little Polar Bear, Take Me Home by Hans de Beer, Hopper Hunts for Spring and Hopper by Marcus Pfister, The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, A Hatful o Seuss by Dr. Seuss, Verdi by Janell Cannon, The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, Invasion of the Giant Bugs by A.J. Wood, Look Inside a Farm by Alex­ andria E. Fisher, Look Inside the Earth by Gina Ingoglia, Tonka Big Book of Trucks by Patricia Relf, The Sneetches and Other Stories by Dr. Seuss, The Cats Quizzer by Dr. Seuss, and Tess by Martin Hall. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: May 7 — 4-H Livestock Developmental Committee, 7:30 p.m. Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 8 — Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m. May 10 — Barry County Jr. Livestock Field Day, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Barry County Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 14 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., USDA Building, Hastings. May 15 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Loca­ tion to be announced. May 18 — 4-H Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Expo Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 19 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hastings High School, Ag. Room. May 20 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. May 21 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. May 22 — Spring Fling, sponsored by Barry County Homemakers. May 26 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, time and place to be announced. May 29 — Goat Fitting and Showing Workshops, call 948-8603. May 31 — Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. June 2 — Barry County Homemakers, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be FLUSHING HYDRANTS on May 12 thru May 16,1997. You may experience rusty water. Nashville Department of Public Works Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment MIKE’S LAWN CARE, free estimates. 517-726-0564_____ NEED TYPING DONE? 18 years WP experience. Reason­ able rates. Call 517-852-9059. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 945-9554. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Dfilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mien. Lie. #23-174tf �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 9 Maple Valley’s varsity softball team wins four out of six Maple Valley's varsity softballers won 4-of-6 games last week, sweeping two doubleheaders in the process. The Lions won 12-2 and 19-5 contests against Leslie on April and 15-5 and 10-8 games with Dansville on May 1. Tara Stewart had 2 hits in Game 1 versus Leslie and Dawn Stine had 3 RBI and 2 runs scored. Evelyn Ackley allowed 4 hits and struck out 2 to earn the pitching win. Stine collected 4 hits and Kerri Dean had 3 to highlight the Game 2 triumph. Two of Dean's hits went for doubles which allowed her to achieve 2 RBI. Stine and Kim Pennington shared time on the mound. Five players managed 2 hits in game 1 against Dansville: Janette Emery, Jenny Kuemple, Bess Ann Martin, Stewart and Pennington. First of the season ‘hole in one marked at Mulberry Fore The Mulberry Fore golf cours marked a milestone course Ahplrill 27 with the first ever hole in one for g golfer Dan Milslagle sage and an first rs thiss year at the,course.. It all took place around 3 p.m. that day, one of those few warm sunny Fridays in April. Milslagle and fellow golfers from the Battle Creek area had decided to pay oftheir regular visits to Mulberry to start the weekend. "*** "***i*» Though every golfer dreams it, and his is custom made. of a hole in one, this one was "I knew that this club an even bigger event for Mil- would pay off," he said. "It's salgle who has been waiting custom made by Rex Hoenes now for 27 years.. in Union City. "I have witnessed five othAt any rate, a combination ers and have been really close of the three led to a 162-yard a couple of times," he said drive on hole number 5. following the game. ”1 missed To top off the afternoon, one by only two inches!" Mulberry officials officially He attributes Friday's feat congratulated Milslagle with a mostly to luck, and to his fa- cap and towel. He also will be vorite ball, but said that a the first to appear on the 1997 good club has a lot to do with season bulletin board in the clubhouse. An offer also was made to contact Channel 8 where Milslagle works "behind the scenes" maybe he would be announced in the evening news. Milslagle declined the offer, however, saying that the paper would be sufficient. ’ EESMw bSsMw Mwim imim Lion track '.^fei^ team takes Stewart led the squad with 3 Stine is hitting .487 for the average (14 hits in 33 at bats RBI and Dean added 2 RBI. season (19 hits in 39 at bats with 10 RBI). Ackley also has Ackley went the distance, with 12 RBI) and Dean is 10 RBI for the Lions who are scattering 5 hits. close behind with a .424 now 7-5 overall. Dean had 3 hits and Emery 2 in the nightcap with Dansville. Leading the team in RBI were Dean, Ackley and Emery, each with 2. Stine and Ackley did the pitching with 517-726-0323 Stine allowing 0 hits and Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat striking put 8 in her 3 2/3 Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel innings. • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Maple Valley lost two to Portland St. Patrick on April Service • Limestone • Large and Sftiall 30, 8-2 and 10-1. Martin had Field Tile 2 hits in Game 1 and Stine — Call for Free Estimates — and Stewart had 2 each in Game 2. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION Broncos taMu,tajtq tM tt^ ■s fc^taittHatai; ..taiiitatelli. tatwIMfl.taiOf- raw! Hf al9oii|W^ ajWMttSw,Wu’h! Maple Valley's had a successful week, with timely hits and solid defense. The combination helped the Lions to take four of six games. Dan Milslagle of Battle Creek just got his first Hole in One at Mulberry Fore! The event was even more memorable last week due to the fact that it was first Hole In One for the 1997 Golf season at Mulberry. 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Ph. 945-9554 For Sale 201 North Main Street — Nashville • ■ IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR Jobs Wanted FREE ESTIMATES 1} Maple Valley's boys track and field team blew past Bellevue last Tuesday in SMAA action, winning the road meet by a 83-53 margin. Posting victories for the Lions were. Darwin were Cheeseman in the shot put, Trent Harvey in the discus, Dave Taylor in the high jump (5-10), the 3200 relay team, Brendan Phenix in the 110 hurdles and the 300 hurdles, Andy Patrick in the 100, the 800 relay team, Robb Rosin in the 800 (5:11) and Maple Valley's 400 relay team. Maple Valley competed at the Eaton County meet last Saturday. t AARON TIPPIN TICKETS FOR SALE: 2 for August 12, 1997, 7pm at Calhoun County Fair, non-assigned track seats. Call 948-2081 after 4pm or leave message. FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and small­ mouth bass, catfish, perch, fathead minnows. LAGGIS* FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Gobles, MI 49055. (616)-628-2056 Days, 624-6215 evenings.________________ FOR SALE: Styrofoam insula­ tion. 3/4” thick x 21”x8ft long. $1.00 per sheet 616-671-4357 GEORGE STRAIGHT­ STRAIGHT OUT OF THE BOX CD SET: Never been opened. $30.00. Call 948-2081 after 4pm or leave message. See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning f| Jl HOMETOWN; f l LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 VISA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 10 Varisty baseball making hits in The record stands at 4-1 in the SMAA and 8-4 overall after a varsity baseball doubleheader sweep on May 1. Maple Valley did not leave its bats at home scoring 19 runs against Dansville. Jim Mitchell started things off with a bang, launching a 3-run homer in the first inning of Game 1. Andy Oleson, Nick Waara and Kevin Hansen each had 2 hits in that game while Jared Osborne collected the mound win. In Game 2, Joel Mittelstaedt provided the sparks with a 4-for-4 outing that included 3 RBI. Mittelstaedt also was the game's winning pitcher in relief. Dustin London had 2 hits and Osborne provided 2 RBI. Maple Valley split a doubleheader with Portland St. Patrick on April 30, winning the opener 9-7 and losing the second game by the same score. Waara had 3 hits in the first game and Hansen notched his second triumph for the season on the mound. Mittelstaedt had 2 hits, 2 RBI and a double in the nightcap. Maple Valley also scored a win out of two games on smaa contests Favorite perennials meeting planned April 28. Leslie won Game 1 3-2 and Maple Valley collected a victory in the second contest by a 9-4 margin. Waara clubbed a three-base rap in the first game and added a double in the second. Mitchell managed 3 hits and 2 doubles in Game 2. Maple Valley tallied 12 runs on 13 hits in a 10-run triumph over Olivet on April 24. Osborne, Waara and Mittelstaedt each had 2 hits with one of Mittelstaedt's coming on a homerun. Hansen drove in 2 runs with 2 hits. Softball squad goes .500 over the week Maple Valley's junior varsity softball team split six games and scored 43 runs in the final two. The JV Lions defeated Dansville 26-3 and 17-11 on May 1. Trish Johnson and Andrea Kreps were the winning pitchers. Offensively, Johnson, Kristin Setchfield, $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) — ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE Emily Aspinall, Lindsay Pettengill, Amy Pennington and Jesie Cook each had two hits. The Maple Valley team lost two against Portland St. Patrick on April 30, 8-2 and 17-7. Jessie Gearin and Angie Decker collected the Lions' hits. The week opened on April 28 with a 12r6 loss and a 14-8 win. Julie Behmdt, Lindsay Pettengill and Jessica Lesage had hits in Game 1, while Jennie Begerow, Lesage and Crystal Prieur had 2 hits in Game 2. Andrea Kreps registered the pitching win. The junior varsity softball team now has an overall record of 5-6. Eaton County MSU Exten­ sion is sponsoring “Favorite Perennials” by Dale Lautzenheiser Thursday, May 22, at 6:30 p.m in the public meeting room of the Eaton County office building. This experienced land­ scaper will discuss the whens, whys and hows ofhis favorite perennial plants. A gardener’s update on current topics and new products will be discuss­ ed by Pat Tirrell, Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension Horticulturist. Plantings of perennial flowers are often billed as long-lived and easy-care. And they can be. But “perennial” doesn’t mean “perpetual.” Establishing a perennials garden that will give years of enjoyment with minimal maintenance takes know-how and planning. Pat Tirrell, horticulturist for the Eaton County MSU Extension office, explains that perennials are hardy her­ baceous ornamental plants. That is, the roots live for several to many years, but the tops die back to the ground each fall. This distinction separates them from annuals, which flower, fruit and die in one year; and biennials, which take two years to complete their life cycle. Trees and shrubs live for many years, but they have woody parts that usually do not die to the ground each winter. To create a relatively lowmaintenance garden with perennials, you must select plant materials well adapted to the local climate, plant them in an appropriate site and care for them properly. Because perennials will be in place for some years, mistakes in design and plant selection will be around for awhile. Tirrell recommends careful planning to achieve an orderly array rather than a chaotic mess. Consider plant size and shape, flower color and flowering time when choosing plants. Carefully selected, perennials in your garden can harmonize and complement one another and provide continuous bloom- Eaton horse development meeting set for May 15 The next meeting of the Eaton County Horse Develop­ ment Committee will be Thursday, May 15, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. At this meeting final preparations will be made for the 1997 fair and the county horse show. It is very impor­ tant that each 4-H club with a horse project send at least two members to this meeting. The program will be presented by Dave McDonald, who will cover Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. jT CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 School Lunch Menn ...for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 7 Pizza, ham and cheese sub, carrot sticks, cherries, vanilla pudding. Thursday, May 8 Salad bar, grilled cheese, tossed salad, pear halves, pretzel rod. Friday, May 9 Tacos, pizza, carrot sticks, blueberries, birthday cake. Monday, May 12 Nachos, pizza, tossed salad, orange wedges, churro. Tuesday, May 13 Salad bar, macaroni and cheese, green beans, peach, chocolate cake. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu WE CAN FINANCE YOU Wednesday, May 7 Spaghetti, garden salad, pears, bread stix. Thursday, May 8 Hamburger gravy, whipped potatoes, spinach, mixed fruit, muffin, salad bar. Kchick. nuggets. Friday, May 9 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, pineapple, bread, margarine. Monday, May 12 Burrito, sauce, green beans, rice pilaf, pears, bread, margarine, cookie. Tuesday, May 13 Ravioli, com, mixed fruit, roll, butter, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. fast Qaen fO IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: how to prepare your horses feet for showing and good health. McDonald is a farrier who is known throughout the state for his skills and exper­ tise in this area. All members, volunteers and parents interested in the horse project are welcome and encouraged to attend. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Loans For Homeowners need approximately July, August &. September Call 616/374-8837 from March through October. Annual care for perennials includes fertilizing in the spr­ ing, controlling weeds, mulching for winter protec­ tion and removing faded flower heads. After a few years, vigorous perennials will become overcrowded and need dividing. This is usually done in the spring so plants have a chance to get re­ established before winter. For more information about perennial flower gardening, contact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Thank You From A Veteran To the mother who brought her young sons over to our booth at the Syrup Festival' and had them shake my hand and say ‘Thank You", for what we have done for this country. You made my whole week. THANK YOU! To the young couple along the parade route who had their sons remove their "hats' when the American Flag passed by THANK YOU! To the woman who stopped walking and placed her hand over her heart when the flag passed by her THANK YOU! To the people who attended the Syrup Festival and always give us such a warm welcome when we participate in the parade. 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Bedford Rd., Hastings - M-37, Comer of Campground Rd. « OPEN: Mon.-Fri. 9-6:00 pm; Sat. 8-4:00 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 11 1997 Maple Syrup Festival remembered through pictures Editor's Note: It was impossible to include all of the 1997 Maple Syrup Festival in one issue. This page includes a few more highlights from the last weekend in April. ilNJx A large crowd gathered at noon on Saturday to see who won this years Maplewood quilt. The raffle proceeds will buy something new for that elementary buildina. And lots of pancakes! Lion Member's Jim Carl and John Hughes of Nashville were among this years chefs. Rachell Drallette, winner of this year's Grand Parade theme, was there with the rest of the crew handing out candy to admirers. •Mne W Lisa Shumaker of Ver­ montville may not be very big, but she showed the crowd how to arm wrestle. Congratulating her on her first-place trophy is Greg Hoefler, who has orga­ nized the arm wrestling competition now for sev­ eral years. Wanna Go Golfing But Gotta Mow First? Mow that acreage in record time and spend the rest of the day in recreation with the Legendary F911 Front Mower >nro TT SKfped WfalJ (fij pfol Reliable 22-hp, liquid-cooled gas engine 60 or 72 inch mower deck • Several user-friendly features: 2-pedal hydrostatic drive, hydrostatic power steering, master stop brake, individual turn brakes Differential lock provides increased traction on hillsides and in wet conditions Professional seat Dual implement-life system is to & These youngsters were part of the first-ever "pet parade" on Sunday's stage during Syrup Festi­ val events. Children from the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club took part in the event. Orga­ nizers hope that next yearwill bring more en­ tries and more laughs. JOHN DEERE Located on 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) /wm\ /iwirnit > Remember the Parts Department is Open thru May Mon.-Fri. 7 am - 9 pm; Sat. 7 am * 4 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 6, 1997 — Page 12 1997 SYRUP FESTIVAL QUEEN, continued from Page 11 There were also lots of antique tractors and classic cars for all to enjoy. This is Earl Reid for Hastings. The petting zoo was a major attraction of kids again this year. Members of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4­ H group had every kind of critter there imaginable for youngsters to see. This is Nate Racine with his prize turkey, George who is really quite famous at Calebs Mill. Wood carving was among Sunday's events on Main Street. Other attractions included rope making, arm wrestling and the ever popular egg toss. If you ask any child the best part of the Syrup Festival they will say "the rides". This year Crown Amusements boat ride was tops on the list for Cameron and Hannah Royer of Battle Creek. ^ss^ssssssssssssssssssssssk onelsteak J' Boneless Boneless Lunchabtes. rk Chops Country Style Pork Ribs Paper Towels i lurkev Franks 99* Gal., Bareman’s | Lowfat & Skim 8 Lb. Bag, Match Light Charcoal Briquets 17.5-19 Oz., Banquet Extra Helping < irmers Milk 28 Oz. Jar, Asst. Var., Prego 6 Pk., Assorted Varieties ^Spaghetti sauce squeezit * s279 2 | IGA H 1 Lb. Pkg., Mr Turkey Oz., Oscar Mayer nchables,| 9 yj Boneless I Pork Loin Roast $29’ I^I The children's parade produced some pretty interesting costumes, like third place winners Cortney* and Victoria Mays and Fawn Marrow. Aren't the high heels great?? 1 Lb. Quarters, IGA Margarine 2/89< I Pepsi, Coke, 7«Up Products S 2 Hters^ Qi^^t^ly< + de^ PEPS IGA Vermontville Grocery' Ph 726-0640 presh Me(|t M(||lket -and- Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Frt.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday Zl '"A A � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-05-13.pdf baeda276667e9e6dee2d0bb765290fbc PDF Text Text ne BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Beaut Na. 7 12/30/00 Hastings Ptibl ic Library 121 S. Church Street Hastings, MI. 49058 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 19 — Tuesday, May 13, 1997 Maple Valley School Superintendent McLean to retire June 30 by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Maple Valley Superinten­ dent Alan McLean announced to the Board of Education last evening that he will retire from education effective June 30 ofthis year. He will be taking a position as a financial advisor in the private sector. Though his contract was due to expire in the year 2000, there were provisions for salary negotiations June 30 of each year. This announcement comes after only three years at Maple Valley. Those three years however, were busy ones, all geared toward change. Many will recall when McLean first set foot in the MV administration building (July 1, 1994), he told school officials at the time of his hire that he wanted to improve things for kids. That first fall he concentrated on settling a meaningful contract for teachers. Prior to his hire, He de­ scribed the attitude here as full of discontent, mainly due to a recent strike and a year with no contracts. "Until that was done they (meaning the school) weren't going anywhere, it was time to settle things and then get on with what was most important, worrying about kids," he said. While sitting in the superintendent's chair, McLean or­ ganized what some saw as the Not only did we save a half million dollars, but it was right for kids. Overall, I feel really good about the three years I have spent here as superin­ tendent. —Alan McLean The result? A new track, just in time for the 1997 spring season, new technol­ ogy throughout the district Maple Valley Superintendent, Alan McLean and new band uniforms. He said during a recent in­ biggest change since the con- was set up for teachers. More solidation of Nashville Ver­ than a half million dollars terview that he feels the work montville schools, a re-con- were saved and at the same done with the enhancement figuration of classrooms in time the Nashville-Ver­ millage is a good start, but which all children in the same montville stigma that at one there is still much to be done. "We still have a long way grade go to one school build- time plagued junior high stu­ ing. The plan, designed to do dents was reduced tremen­ to go," he said. "Maple Valley needs to continue to improve. two things, save money and dously. better benefit kids, has been "Not only did we save a half The bond issue will be back successful, he says. million dollars," he said, "but in front of voters this fall and "What a lot of people don't it was right for kids. Overall, we need to work together to understand is that our fund eq- I feel really good about the make things better at Maple uity was bleeding to death," three years I have spent here Valley." He said that repairs on the said McLean. "We had to as superintendent." somehow turn things around." Another big change came district's buildings are becom­ He added that with the new about when McLean and the ing very costly. "These buildings are not in reconfiguration plan, teaching Board ofEducation worked to­ positions were eliminated and gether to come up with plans good shape and they're never going to get any better with­ an early retirement incentive for the Enhancement millage. out major renovations," he said. Others in the district agree with McLean's theory and feel that his guidance has helped make Maple Valley a better place for kids. "With the leadership of Al McLean many positive deci­ sions were made recently by our Board of Education," said Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes. "Just a couple that come to mind are busing and the re­ structuring of buildings, and his expertise in getting the bare bones Proposal I on the ballot. I appreciate his encour­ agement to this district to eliminate the use of portable classrooms for educational and financial reasons." And the adult ed program? Prior to coming to Maple Valley, McLean had spent many years in alternative edu­ cation, which he has always described as his first love. He said he feels that the imple­ mentation of the alternative education program has proven to be beneficial to many teens. "We have a very high popu­ lation of at-risk students here Lions' Coach Gary Hamilton is surrounded by smiling track and field athletes in Maple Valley," he said. during last Tuesday's meet that helped opened the school's new track. Maple Our new alternative education Valley battled both St. Phil and Leslie in that first meet and later in the week program has given opportuni­ competed against Webberville and Dansville. For more pictures and a story about ties to many kids who would the track week see the inside pages of today's Maple Valley News. have not otherwise finished Happy Days for Maple Valley Track! high school." Todd Gonser. McLean's foresight has im­ "Al's leadership has brought pressed others at Maple Val­ about changes needed for a ley, including Assistant Prim cipal and Athletic Director See Super to retire, P. 2 3402 man captures Hale-Bopp Comet Comet Hale-Bopp has almost completely left the nighttime sky, but not before Nashville resident and professional photographer Jim Hammond caught it on film. He took this time-lapse photograph last month on M-79 between Nashville and Charlotte. People wanting a momento of this interstellar visitor can purchase a reprint a JH Photographic Studio in Nashville. In This Issue • Maple Valley High School principal Larry Lenz to retire • Barry Christian turns first shovel of dirt for new gym • High school band to close out year with Sunday concert • M.V. welcomes new track with pair of meets �The Maple Volley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997 — Page 2 SUPERINTENDENT TO RETIRE, continued from front page long time," said 'Gonser, "He has done a lot of good things for Maple Valley in the short time that he has been here." As McLean prepares for his retirement, it won’t be goodbye. He said that to answer everyone's questions, yes, he plans to stay in Vermontville. He will most definitely be around to help the bond committee prior to the next bond proposal, and will be visible at games and school events, only this time as a parent. "It will be a nice change," . he said."My youngest son is just a sixth-grader and I will enjoy watching him participate in sports. My new position will not require a move, we plan to stay right in Vermontville." He will also be visible at School Board meetings, and said that he has faith that the Maple Valley Board ofEduca­ tion will continue to look at ways to streamline operations and make positive changes at Maple Valley, preparing to­ day's students for the "real world." He said he is very proud of the way in which Maple Val­ ley is has improved with the Who do you trust? Your community independent funeral director is someone you know and trust. You have known us for years, and we will be there when your time of need arises. So don’t settle for less by buying from a corporation salesperson with a briefcase, who you’ll probably never see again. School to Work program, which he describes as ex­ tremely successful, and stressed that many of today's students aren't college bound, vocational training is essen­ tial. "Graduating from high school doesn't necessarily mean that it's time for a fouryear college," he said. "That is right for some students, but not for others. 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Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 am. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.................... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship..................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship........... 1 1 am. Church School............... 1 10 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............. 9:30 am Sunday School... .10:00 am J Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m5 Adult Class........ .10:50 am. One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road A big birthday party is planned for may 24 at Maple Valley High and the community is invited to join in the fun! This party isn't planned for one particular individual, but for many, both contributors and recipients of the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. "We had a big party the year the scholarship foundation Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship ..6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH was established," said Dorothy Carpenter, a founder of the organization which has assisted many MV grads with funds to further their education. "It's hard to believe that 10 years has already gone by and we have grown so much!" including scrapbooks containing both winners of scholarships and information about founders and donors of the organization. "We hope to see founders and funders as well as members of the community here to share stories and have a good time," said Carpenter. This party will be more than "And anyone from the cake and candles, there will be community that is interested, 10 years of history displayed, we hope that this 10th Birthday Party is a big success!" Birthday candles will be lit about 1pm that afternoon, with activities planned until 3pm, just in time for those Organization and the Supreme arriving in town a little early Headquarters of Allied for the Alumni Banquet which Powers in Europe and will at­ is scheduled for that evening. "Bring along your lawn tempt to analyze how these post World War II organiza­ chairs, be ready to share some tions will fit into the “new stories andjust have some fun Europe” after the Cold War. with us," said Carpenter. Erwin (along with his late If rainy weather threats, it wife Alberta) has taught history and government in the won't dampen spirits at this Flint area for the past 25 party, festivities will just be moved into the library. years. Nashville educator to study in Europe Jim Erwin Jim Erwin, a Nashville teacher and contractor, will take part in a month long seminar at the University of Brussels during the month of July. The purpose of the seminar will be an in-depth study of the North Atlantic Treaty MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (’A ml. East of M-66, S ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 am. A.M. Service................. 11:15 am. P.M. Service................................ 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 am. Sun. School.................. 11 am. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 am. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.............................. 9;45 A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service.................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH at this point in our lives," he said. "It will allow me more flexibility." He said that fortunately he will be working with schools, but "there are many things about day to day operations at Maple Valley that I will miss. "I will certainly miss all Of the teachers and administrators at Maple Valley," he said, "and the central office staff I have here is the best there is." Maple Valley scholarship fund celebrates 10 years We’re your neighbor, your local family owned funeral home. Baker-Leik Funeral Home Barden Funeral Home Burkhead-Green Funeral Home Chapel in the Pines Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes Field & Leik Funeral Home Holihan-Atkin Funeral Home Osgood Funeral Homes Palmer-Bush Funeral Homes tional needs of today's stu­ dents." Following McLean's an­ nouncement, the Maple Val­ ley Board of Education must now begin searching for a new superintendent. He said that his decision to retire at this stage was not unusual, and he considers his new position to be a once in a life time oppor­ tunity, but he will miss school. "It is a good decision for us NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Worship Service.................... 9:45 Sunday School...................... 11:15 9 am. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday Schoo 10 am. Church Service................ 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997 — Page 3 Maple Valley High School principal Larry Lenz to retire by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Larry Lenz will pack up his belongings and say good-bye to Maple Valley High in June after 30 years, serving as a teacher, coach and principal. Lenz, though happily think­ ing about golf and some travel time, said that he will miss Maple Valley, especially his daily contact with students and teachers. "I really like that contact with the kids and the staff," he said. "That's what I will miss the most. I certainly won't miss all of the paper work!" For some this decision may have come easy, but it was more difficult for Lenz. "It took a lot of thought" he said, but he now looks for­ ward to handing the reigns over to someone else. Now he can simply look back and reflect over the l( ** <' l|i* *SW | ’>“>"hSi J’“"S "S 5 h» Larry Lenz "I couldn't believe the tremendous increase in deci­ sions on a hourly basis," he said. "It is difficult at times staying at task short of clos­ ing the door because of con- it came to discipline, we ar­ rived there because it was what we thought was best, not because of what others might think." Another of Lenz's strong p points, according to all of those who work around him, is organization. "He is one that can always make dates, times, and places come together like their sup­ posed to," remarked Hartenburg. "That paper work has become more and more de­ manding over the years." And, though Larry's job has been at the high school, he has built a close relationship with other building principals and teachers, it is his goal to work as a team that has impressed Fuller Street Principal Bernie Hynes. "I have worked in an administrative capacity with Larry Lenz for five years and appreciate his leadership style," she said. "He has been helpful and has given leadership and encouragement to the administrative team at Maple Valley. We will miss Larry and wish him the very best." Probably his biggest admirer however is vice principal Todd Gonser who credits Lenz for his own success at Maple Valley. He said itt was Lenz who believed that he should be given the vice principalship at the high school. — Principal Burr Hartenburg h 5» -'"^j it’^S ^ ^^juini t 5f 13 -®®ijtai [ | nil ’>'*miiaf i ■ 3 (nswi^ I wife changes that have taken place, and there have been more than just a few. Lenz was hired in the fall of 1967 and many will remember him well as a history teacher and coach. For nine years he enjoyed working with students in the classroom, and could be found on the sidelines at most ball games. Those were years that he said he will never for­ get. In fact, he said that though it's hard to choose the most memorial moment of his 30-year career, the 1975 baseball season certainly comes to mind. ""1'11 never forget that base­ ball season," she said. "Our boys finished second in the state!" Fellow teachers say that they always admired him as someone who was well orga­ nized, fair and was there be­ cause he loved teaching and cared about students. Dorothy Carpenter, though now retired, said that she re­ members those days working with Lenz like they were just yesterday. "I always admired his active interest in students and educa­ tion," she said. "He always had a genuine interest in stu­ dents." The move into administra­ tion proved to be very differ­ ent from those coaching days. stant interruptions, but my door always stays open." Lenz had a lot of help over the years once in the office. After receiving the promotion to high school vice principal, he would work hand in hand with former high school Prin­ cipal Burr Hartenburg. "Our relationship was a unique one," said Hartenburg. "Larry was my assistant for the entire ten years I was there, and I the only principal that he ever worked for in that capacity." Hartenburg said that the two were on the job only about two weeks when they realized how much they think alike. "You could put Larry and I in two different rooms and ask either how we would handle a particular situation, and chances were that you would get the same answer from both of us," said Burr. "We think alike. I was never put in a position where I had to de­ fend something that he did, because I would have done the same." Hartenburg went on to say one of the things that he ad­ mired most about Lenz was his consistency. "He always made an extra special effort to make sure that like situations were han­ dled the same,” said Burr. "And no matter what decision we arrived at, especially when JUST LISTED! Very good, two bedroom home with 1 'A-car garage, located on a large lot near elementary schools in Nashville. Heated breezeway, living room, kitchen, bath. Priced right! CALL TO SEE TODAY! (517)726*0181 imindianaIJSohio fax (517) 726*0060 how I would carry offthe first Honors night I was responsible for or that first graduation." He said that he got through those first few years with a lot of help, and those same 'new friends' have remained by his side throughout his career, making the decision to remain at Maple Valley for 30 years an easy one. "I have been blessed with great secretaries, assistant principals, and staff members," he said. "Maple Valley has been good to me and a good place to raise my own children. I'll never regret for a minute that I choose to stay here for 30 years." Our new CD is not perfect. We left Some room for improvement He always made an extra special effort to make sure that situations were handled the same. And no matter what decision we arrived at, especially when it came to discipline, we arrived there because it was what we thought was best, not because of what others might think. ” £“*£55 "Perhaps the one thing I will remember the most about Larry is that he gave me a chance," said Gonser. "Larry believed in me and is the rea­ son that I am where I am today.". " The countdown toward retirement has now begun. As everyone prepares to say goodbye, and he begins cleaning out his desk, he said that with each day he thinks about the last time he will perform some ofhis duties. 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Those traveling through Lake O often can hear the tap tap tapping of little feet and the laughter coming from the Warners' bam when practice is under way. The clog, quite similar to tap dancing, tends to attract a crowd and seems to be conta­ gious. Though Bob said that he has been interested in the "art" of clogging now for about 30 years, the Thunder Floor gang got started about five years Mapes Florist Memorial Day May 26, 1997 Don’t Forget Flowers 207 N. Main St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 / Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat 9 am to 1 pm H ago when he and wife Lynda decided to pass along a little of what they had learned performing with other groups. They began quite informally, clearing away their dining room furniture each week for lessons. All that was needed, aside from the desire to learn, was a pair of shoes designated for practice each week, which soon underwent a little surgery. Bob always has extra taps on hand, which fit everyone's heels and toes. "We worked there for a cou­ ple of years, but really needed to do something different, laughed Bob. "We were beat­ ing up the dining room floor pretty bad!" He said that once tiles be­ came loose, he had to get se­ rious about a place to practice. His group was growing fast, and lessons became more and more frequent. A small bam behind his home, complete with wooden floors, lots of clogging paraphernalia and mirrors, now houses each practice session. There is mu­ sic and even a microphone, which makes each perfor­ mance kind of official, and when practicing a new rou­ tine, children and adults say the mirrored wall helps them to become better critics, to These girls are having a great time clogging, and even though they will tell you its just fun, they are also building self esteem and learning team work. Bob and Lynda Warner are now preparing to start a class for preschoolers. 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Since getting more serious about he clogging business, the Warners have even found themselves featured in maga­ zines like "Step-Time," which is distributed nationally. Though originally the group was mostly adults, when Bob decided to start a children's group, he found that he needn't worry about finding enough students to make it worthwhile. Chelsea and Rachel Brandenburg of Ver­ montville caught wind of his idea and begged him to start the group as soon as possible. "I had decided to start work­ ing with kids in September that year," he said. "But these girls said they wanted to start now. I got five or six young ladies right off the bat in our group and they were having a great time! Now that same group has grown to about 20 young­ sters, mostly girls, and in­ cludes 20 adults. Bob said that there also have been a few boys who have started clogging, and have done well, but for some reason don't want to continue. He is hoping that enough will become interested that they will not feel outnumbered and stick around to enjoy clogContinued next page — Meet the Thunder Floor Cloggers. These little girls put on quite a performance at the Vermontville Syrup Festival this year, (front from left) Chelsea Brandenburg, Laci Wolever, Audrey Dacey, Rachel Brandenburg (back) Kailee Laws, and Leslie Allen. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foimdatioa is 10 yrs old! Come help us celebrate our birthday with us on the High School Lawn. Saturday, May 24 • 1 - 3 pm Bring blankets & lawn, chairs. Come to have fun! TANNING *4.00 per Visit Walk-ins *15.00 5 Visit Package *25.00 10 Visit Package *40.00 20 Visit Package Open 5 Days Tuesday thru Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Saturday 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We care about how you look at... STYLES-R-US HAIR CARE & TANNING ...Shouldn’t You? Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 �The Maple VoAey News Nashville Tuesday May 13 1997 — Page 5 CLOGGERS, continuedfrom Page 4 Obituaries 8>ng Edna M. Smith__ NASHVILLE - Edna M Smith, age 84, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 1997 at her son’s home. She was bom March 13, 1913 in Nashville, the daughter of Charles & Eva (Smith) Brumm. She graduated from Nash­ ville High School, received her teaching degree from Western University, and her Master’s Degree as a Librarian also from Western. She taught school at Luther and Bear Lake, was the Librarian at Fuller School, and substitute teacher at W.K. Kellogg i'talite School, both in Nashville. organist, Sunday School She married James Edwin Teacher, Church Librarian, Smith June 4,1938 in Nashvil­ Church Historian, President of le, he preceded her in death the Uniled Methodist Womens March 24, 1992. Group, and was a certified Lay She was chief negotiator Minister of the Methodist during the school consolida­ Church. She did Mi—inwry tion at Maple Valley and was work in Mexico and Texas, Secretary on the new school was a long time Hospice board after the consolidation. Votantrer, the local Red Goss She was a Charter Member and Coordinator, and the local Past President for the Nashvil­ Crop Walk Coordinator. le Womens Literary Club, She enjoyed dancing, card former member ofthe Nashvil­ playing, and her car Kit Kat le Evangelical Uniled Brethren She was also preceded in Church and member of the death by her son, Jerry Smith, Nashville United Methodist and half sister, Myrtle Church serving as church Dymenstra. She is survived by her daughter, Lucinda (Richard) Phyllis Jean Jensen Martin of East Lansing; sons, VERMONTVILLE - Phyl- Nashville and Rebecca Timothy (Bessie) Smith &. lis Jean Jensen, age 64, of (Shawn) Scott of Vermontvil­ Dennis (Carla) Smith both of Vermontville, passed away le; twenty grandchildren; three Nashville; 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; Sunday, May 4, 1997. great grandchildren; four Mrs. Jensen was born April brothers, James (Barbara) brother, Allen Brumm of 15, 1993 in Jackson, the Schulty of Gowen, Fred Grand Rapids, Minnesota; daughter of Marion and Mabie (Sandy) Schultz of Greenville, daughter-in-law, Kathy Smith of Alma; sisters-in-law, Hope (Ploughman) Schultz. Gerald (Vivian) Schultz of She was preceded in death Texas and Ronald (Lucy) (Robert) Duddles ofReed City and Beulah Smith of by two sons, Donnie, 3 months Schultz of Greenville and one California. and Patrick, 23 years old. sister, Nancy (Dean) Cogswell Memorial Services were held Saturday, May 10,1997 at Mrs. Jensen is survived by of Greenville. Funeral services were held the Nashville United Method­ her husband, Chris; five sons, Wednesday, May 7, 1997 at ist Church with Reverend Charlie (Lynn) of Sheridan, Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. James Hynes officiating. Ernest (Tammy) of Gowen, Reverend Duane Royston offi­ Burial was at the Lakeview Larry, Michael and John ciated. Interment took place at Cemetery in Nashville. (Janice) of Vermontville; four Woodlawn Cemetery in Memorial donations may be daughters, Christine (James) Vermontville. made to Nashville United Turner of Vermontville, Susan Memorial contributions (Jon) Villanueva ofTennessee, may be made to Visiting Methodist Church, or Eaton County Hospice. Sally (Brian) Symonds of Nurses Hospice. Funeral arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelAlice Lura MannGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. VERMONTVILLE - Alice Lansing and Harry (Carol) Lura Mann, age 79, of Kelley of Charlotte; two stwpVermontville, passed away daughters, Sharleen (Terry) Wednesday, May 7, 1997 in Thums ofPotterville and Joyce Pierpointe of Charlotte; seven­ Charlotte. Mrs. Mann was born April teen grandchiIdren and thirteen 3,1918 in Leslie, the daughter great grandchildren. Funeral services were held of John and Dora (Smith) on Saturday, May 10, 1997 at Haines. She is survived by her the Pray Funend Home in husband, Danzel; two sons, Charlotte. Reverend Windle James (Bette) Hemstreet of Davis officiated. Interment Brutus and John (Mary) Hems­ took place at Woodlawn treet of Dansville; two stwp- Cemetery in Leslie. sons, Leslie (Grace) Mann of Rada Stojanovich 10nd Scholar fl# NASHVILLE - Rada Stojanovich, 71, ofNashvil le passed away Saturday, May 10, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. She was born on March 14, 1926 in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, the daughter of Alexander and Mileva Stojanovich. She worked twenty five years as a dedicated servant of the United States Government in Belgrade, Yugoslavia and in Monterey, California. She respected the commitment and sacrifices made by the Ameri­ can soldiers and police and acknowledged their efforts with regular donations to supporting organizations. Continuing lifelong education was extremely important and she modeled this belief as she continued work toward her master’s degree into her late 60*s. Rada’s appreciation of education and nurturing Some families have made the lessons somewhat of a family affair, like little Au­ drey Dacey of Delton who clogs with the ocher young­ sters on Wednesday’s after school, but also accompanies her mom every Tuesday far an tines together. *It started with a trip to Tennessee,:’ said Audrey. "I took just one lesson down there and it was so much fun. Now me and mom practice together every week and have a lot of fun'* Syrup Festival weekend was Audrey's very first talent show, and now she looks for­ ward to another turn on stage. Plans include Art in the Park and Depot Days this summer. Fellow dogger Leslie Allen from Lake O is just getting over her stage fright. Like some of the other girls in her group, Vermontville was her first exposure to in uniinuliir "When I saw all ofthe people there, I was scared,’ she said. * All I could do at first was look for an exit!' Obviously. Lethe and her teammates had nothing to worry about, their performance impressed all who were watching, i Deluding the panel ofjudges. Once over, the girts said that they think they are ready for most anything! For now though, they continue to meet at Bob and Lyn­ da's every week, working on new steps and then taking sometime to clog to old fa­ vorites before class time is over. They are also looking forward to working with younger doggers, and looking forward to Bob and Lynda's latest endeavor — preschool dogging! ’I plan to begin with a group of 3- to 5-year-olds on May 28," said Bob. “We will meet for about an hour each week and they can start any time, if unable to make that first practice.’ That first practice is scheduled for6:30 pm that night. There also are new adult classes starting this summer, as the classes he teaches for community education in Hast­ ings arc about to conclude un­ til fall. Loans For Homeowners call for same-day same-da approval CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 A Vermontville Theatrical Group HOLDING AUDITIONS for “Li’l Abner” Vermontville Opera House • May 19 • 6 pm Prepared reading and song or come and join us in the chorus & have a great time. If unable to attend above date, please call to make other arrangements: 517-726-0804 partings Ltil/ iBank 4461 2082 5005 0001 JANE DOE brought her back to Michigan after her retirement. She returned to spend many hours with her grandson, Jesse, teaching him about reading, writing and the world she leaves him. She was a caring mother and loving grandmother. Rada is survived by her daughter, Ivona Rairigh of Nashville; and three grand­ sons, Jason Rairigh, Luke Rairigh and Jesse Page. Graveside services were held Sunday, May 11, 1997 at the Lakeview Cemetery, Nash­ ville with Rev. Steve Reid officiating. 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Call any Waitings office for more information. auk Hometown Bank Since 1886 Member FDIC LENDER Member FDIC �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997 — Page 6 Barry County Christian turns first shovel of dirt for new gym The transformation could perhaps be best summed up IC Just a short time ago all that StaffWriter stood on this corner was Barry County Christian stu­ with remarks made by Build­ dents soon will have their ing Committee Member Doug portable classrooms. Now we long-awaited gymnasium. The Westendorp during ground have $185,000 for our gym. breaking ceremonies. first shovel of dirt was turned We sure have been .. "Just a short time ago all April 30, with special guests that stood on this comer was filling the school to take part blessed! portable classrooms," said in the celebration. — Doug Westendorp, The day began with a pro­ Westendorp. "Now we have gram for grandparents and spe­ $185,000 for our gym. We Building Committee cial guests, a ceremony filled sure have been blessed!" Now that the next phase of with prayer and song, and then lunch and dessert with the stu­ the building project is finally dents. Administrator Ken Oosterhouse began the program with a prayer and urged those pre­ sent to participate in Psalm 127 blessing the project that was about to begin. "Unless the Lord blesses our work here, everything is in vain," he said. The school has stood on the comer ofM-79 and McKeown Road now for just three short years. Before then all of the students were housed in portable classrooms. Behind those trailer walls however, were Christian fami­ lies devoted to making their vision a reality. One day there would be a school building on that comer that they would be proud of. That building is there now, complete with seven classrooms a library and an office. Passers by saw a large crowd outside of Barry County Christian on April 30, as by Cindy J. Smith What a special day at Barry County Christian!! Building Committee Chairman, Jim Meek and Architect, Jim S chuemann are about to officially break ground for the new gym. the first shovel of dirt was moved to begin construction of a new gymnasium after over two years of planning and saving. All of the students, teachers and many special guests filled the school yard taking part in song and prayer as part of the ground breaking ceremony. Families were all invited to stick around for lunch following the ceremony. There was pizza and ice cream for all. Some families even turned the event into a tail gate party! VFW POST 8260 Nashville, Michigan STEAK DINNER A DANCE under way. This follows over two years of planning and working together to raise the funds needed for this project. "Phase II of our project will cost approximately $300,000," said Oosterhouse. "The Lord has blessed this school by providing our pre­ sent facility. We have faith that the future is also in his hands, and that he will con­ tinue to bless. Let the build­ ing begin!" Oosterhouse also said that all of the school's building projects have been successful in part to support from the community. "We have had tremendous help from the community in the past and have remained debt free," he said when an­ nouncing the latest plans. This addition, though pri­ marily a gym also will in­ clude additional classroom space, and has a price tag of more, than $300,000. After many fund-raisers and dona- tions, the group has saved $185,000, enough to begin construction. According to school officials, once completed, the facility will allow for many additional activities at the school, including space for indoor graduation ceremonies, awards assemblies and the ability to host "home court" basketball and volleyball games. The gym will also provide "community space," a place that could be rented for things like graduation open houses and meetings. Once plans for the gym were drawn over two years ago, staff and parents began organizing fund-raisers and soliciting for donations. One of the most successful to date has been an annual auction. Louisa Westendorp, organizer for this year's auction, spoke to that group, thanking them for their help in past years and urging them to put their creativity to work once again in hopes that this years auction would help provide additional funds needed to complete the project. "We have now had two annual auctions to raise money for our gym,” she said. "We need everyone's help again." Westendorp said that in prior years the auction has been a spring event. This year, however, it is planned for fall, and collection of craft items, quilts, and other new items is already under way. Contributions, no matter how large or small, would be appreciated, according to school officials. Anyone with items that they wish to donate for the upcoming auction or with cash or material donations for the building project can contact Barry County Christian Building Committee members Jim Meek, Doug Westendorp, Todd Taylor, Ron Holley, John DeMaagd and Ken Oosterhouse. Saturday, May 17, 1997 Ssfe. < from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. > DANCING starts at 9:30 p.m. Includes 10 oz. New York Strip Steak, Baked Potato, Salad, Roll, Vegetable and Beverage. Cost: $8.00 per person or $ 10.00 at the door. This ticket will also get you into the dance for FREE. Music Provided by the WHITEWATER BAND tALLPROCEEDSWILLGOTOTHENEWROOFFUND ESRVA sponsors open horse show Begin the Eaton County Horse Show season! The Eaton Special Riding Volunteer Association (ESRVA) has scheduled the annual open horse show for Sunday, May 18, at the Eaton County Fairgrounds, Charlotte. Joseph Kinnick, a Michigan approved and 4-H certified open show judge from Williamston, Mich., will judge the show. There are 40 classes scheduled. 4-H rules will be followed for the show. The starting time is 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Ribbons this show. The annual horse will be awarded for placings show is usually the second up to six. All proceeds from largest fund-raiser spon­ this show will benefit the sored by this organization. Eaton-' County Horseback The ESRVA spring riding Riding for Handicappers session, which included 36 program. riding and three cart-driving The ERSVA program is a students, will.end May 27 not-for-profit organization this year. This program is that provides horseback provided for students in the riding for the handicappers Eaton Intermediate School in Eaton County. This pro­ District. gram is provided at no cost For any information on to participants. being a volunteer or partici­ Funds for this program pant in a future riding ses­ are acquired either through sion or on the open horse donation from individualss or show, call 627-8888 or through fund-raisers such as •543-3003. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997 — Page 7 High school band to close out year Sunday with concert HORIZON HORIZON BUILDERS & ASSOCIATES, INC. & HOME SALES, Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 INC. Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open dally. 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 2143 LOWER LAKE RD., HASTINGS SATURDAY, MAY 17 and SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2-5 PM THREE BEDROOM, 2 STORY IN LAKE ODESSA - Updates include insulation, furnace, water and more. (RE113DB) — FARMS — YOUR HOSTESS: JOAN SHANAFELT Band Camp is right around the corner again, something that musicians at Maple Valley look forward to each year. This year the with the help of the Band Boosters the Maple Valley Marching Band will soon have a new trailer to transport instruments and other equipment to camp, parades, and other events. !***»«w ^^Snikjsitafy aus^p itHiii- ufaittnj; T*kr itert,•51 k Blunstiii Bait bvg^'iiil i nil, Ktaqiity *91ife fattiljii! ifeaf jtHwiin. riM tailin’ ptkfflji? ligpmi With■Kt'ifha afiM e jis ts!i®cf jei®s Ori#*1’ torpid11 rkfll mikW1® rtwjes dod<W instokl*' palp iffef** iffef*** i Cii ai ul”rt■li r» fluuM^5: ip.«? ; BCtk*. irt lipf nl&tW** It's been a busy year for Maple Valley band students, and even more is on the hori­ zon, including awards next week and then their spring concert. According to Director Den­ nis Vanderhoef, though there were competitions, concerts and parades, probably the most fun was their first ever "Band Bust." That type of production, primarily short skits, though new at Maple Valley was something that Vanderhoef grew up with. He said that he always felt preparing the per­ formance brought fellow band members together. He decided that it would be worthwhile to try with his own students, and it turned out to be a success. "The kids did a nice job and it was really a great show," he said. "Our opening act was terrific!" "Band Bust" was much more than just getting up on stage. Each student had to participate in some way, and if not an actor, they could help to create a skit, prepare the set or go to work with advertising. "We took only two weeks to put it together," said Vanderhoef. "The kids did so well this year that I think this will be an annual event." The 1996-1997 academic year will also be remembered by many band members as the year they finally got new uniforms. Thanks to the enhancement millage passed two years prior, both concert and marching uniforms were purchased. Those concert uniforms dazzled the crowds at the Christmas concert and llMP ) *V The opening act at the first ever Maple Valley Band Bust will not soon be forgotten. Aren't they a cute couple??? their spring concert is right marching season begins next around the comer, on Sunday, fall, a bright colored trailer May 18. complete with a MV Lion will travel down the highway Then there was the trip to with the band. Thornapple Manor. Three "Right now we are continu­ years ago, Vanderhoef took ally faced with repairs with the group to perform for resithings bouncing around," dents there and they were so Mapes said. "There will be well received that it has be­ places in the new trailer to tie come an annual event. things down." "Afterward we got all kinds That trailer will give band of requests from other convamembers something to look lescent homes to do the forward to over the summer, same," he said. "Turns out and now that the year is com­ this really means a lot. They ing to a close, they are hoping look forward to that contact that the community will take the with band." time from busy schedules to There has been many other litattend their last concert of the tle trips, and, of course, com­ year this Sunday, May 18 at 3 petitions, where this year they p.m. received a division I rating, and all requires transport of more than students, there are the instruments. Recreation According to both Vanderhoef and Dennis Mapes of the 1983 HONDA GOLDWING 1100 CC, excellent condition. Maple Valley Band Boosters, Call (517)726-0285._________ they are trying to minimize Wanted damage and through fund-raisers plan to make a major pur- WANTED: A piano player for chase this summer. When our 10:30 church services Sunday mornings at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. For information call 517-566-8363. 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Inc. we advertise In 10 counties and 7 different publications. We advertise in the following papers for broader coverage for our clients: Hastings Reminder, Lakewood News, Maple Valley News, Grand Ledge Independent, Char­ lotte Shopping Guide, Marshall Ad-Vlsor. 4 BEDROOM starter home $39,900. 2 bedroom $29,900. Starter home in Lan­ sing, near St. Lawrence and Fisher Body. (RE112DB) We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS Service. And daily In Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa,. Muskegon, New­ aygo and Montcalm counties through the Grand Rapids MLS. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 13, 1997 — Page 8 Two 5th-graders steal the Syrup Festival annual talent show by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter When asked just what the Vermontville Syrup Festival means, many will reply pan­ cakes, rides or the grand pa­ rade. But for some, it is the chance to get up on stage at the annual talent show. The show, considered the official opening act at the Syrup Festival each year, at­ tracted a large crowd this year, and no wonder, there was quite a variety oftalent! Among the big winners were many local children, par­ ticularly two fifth-grade girls from Vermontville, whose fingers flew across the piano keys. Their duet, "Turkey In the Straw," was just for fun, according to the girls, but it took many hours of practice and planning. Those hours paid off, for the girls took first place this year in the ju­ nior music division. Both Karla Rasey and Kris­ ten Vanderhoef have played the piano solos for quite some time, this year the youngsters picked up a book one day that contained the duet and sat down to have a good time, be­ fore long it sounded so good that they thought they should share it with others. "This was our first time playing a duet," said Karla. "But we managed to keep it together pretty good. That's why we won!" Kristen and Karla both come by music rather natu­ rally. Many will associate Kristen with Maple Valley Band Director, Dennis, who just happens to be her dad. "Some of my classmates think that I have to participate in music because of my dad's job," she said. "But I love music, it*s-a lot of fun!" Right now she is concen­ trating her efforts on both the piano and the French horn, but said that someday she may play even more instruments. When asked how long she had been playing, Kristen replied in her very grown up voice, "most of my life." She began playing when just 3, and though many don't realize it, her mom, Jill, is every bit as talentdD as her dad, and has taught her through the years. "My mom also plays the piano at church and has other students," she said. "She spends a lot of her time help­ ing me and my sisterwith notes." Karla comes from a very similar environment, and though neither dad or mom teach music, both have been involved in music in some form since they were very young. "Dad (Don Rasey) plays the piano, the organ and the ac­ cordion," she said. "My mom plays the saxophone and my big sister is the drum major for the Maple Valley band!" Karla already plays the pi­ ano and the trombone, both quite well, and said that she too has been at it for quite some time. "I started lessons when I was 6, " she said. "Sharon Wyman is my piano teacher and has taught me a lot!" Though both girls have played at many family gather­ ings, and even a few recitals, In the Naw, you will •Move Up and Out in the World •Get Equal Access to Success 60,000 Na Jobs Available Now! (Kristen's younger sister). Both were recognized for their vocal solos. In the junior division dance category, Cashel Harp dazzled the crowd with her dance rou­ tine and was followed by the Thunder Floor Cloggers and Mike Meade. Senior division winners in­ cluded first place vocal star, Steve Cobane, first place dance "The Krew", second place vocal Kimberly Sue and third place vocal winner, Brian Mackenzie. ll*1' KI In the Service Susan M. Mazuca There is a lot of talent right here in Vermontville. These two youngsters stole the show during this years Talent Contest at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. Meet Karla Rasey and Kristen Vanderhoef. they said that they were a lit­ tle unprepared for center stage at the Vermontville Syrup Festival. The bleachers along Main Street were full that night, "Packed!" according to Kris­ ten, but both girls said that they quickly got over being nervous and had a good time on stage. They were even invited to come- back for a performance Marine Staff Sgt. Susan A. Mazuca, daughter of Dewain J. and Monika S. Sivyer of 2504 N. Pease Road, Ver­ montville, recently reported for duty with 1st Battalion, 24th Marines, 4th Marine Division, Grand Rapids. Mazuca’s new assignment is an example of how Navy and Marine Corps men and women are assigned to ships, squadrons and shore com­ mands around the world. Whether serving in the Persian Gulf near Iraq or the Adriatic Sea near Bosnia, people like Mazuca are making a difference as they work to im­ prove their knowledge and skill as part ofthe most highly technical naval force in history. The 1984 graduate of Portland High School joined the Marine Corps in July at the Opera House Sunday. " Per Bill Reynolds' request," said Karla, who iss among the performers of the upcoming "Baseball Show." Who knows maybe Carnegie Hall will be next? Two other area girls placed right behind "the duet" in this year's talent show. Heather Mathews came in a close sec­ ond place winner and was followed by Sarah Vanderheof 1984. Tkwk OU kc^rted V Support Join an Exciting Team! NAVY United way Reaching those who need help. Touching us all.1* A Vermontville Theatrical Group presents... “The Baseball Show An American Tale of Pine Tar, Bleacher Seats and Hometown Heros Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: May 14 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7 p.m., USDA Building, Hastings. May 15 — Barry County Fairboard Meeting, Expo Building, Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 17 — Fancy Feathers 4-H Club Meeting, 7 p.m., Loca­ tion to be announced. May 18 — 4-H Point Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Expo Fairgrounds, Hastings. May 19 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Hastings High School, Ag. Room. May 20 — Small Animal Sale Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., Extension Office. May 20-21 — Michigan Junior Livestock Show — MSU Pavilion. May 21 — 4-H Advisory Council, 7:30 p.m., Extension Of­ fice, Hastings. May 22 — Spring Fling, sponsored by Barry County Homemakers. May 26 — 4-H Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, time and place to be announced. May 27 — Middle Managers Meeting — Extension Office at 7 p.m. May 29 — Goat Fitting and Showing Workshops, call 948-8603. May 31 — Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, 8:30 a.m., Barry County Fairgrounds. June 2 — Barry County Homemakers, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. WRITTEN BY CYNTHIA MERCATI May 15 (Thurs.), 16 (Fri.), 17 (Sat.) at 7:00 PM May 18 (Sun.) at 1:00 PM performed at the...Vermontville Opera House Tickets: Adult $6.00, Senior Citizens/Students $5.00, Children 12 & Under FREE Advance tickets, general or group information: 517-726-0804 • NOTICE • May 31st will be the Village of Nashville’s Cleanup Day. FREE certificates to use at the Village Transfer Recycle Station will be available for Village residents only. For more information, office at 852-9544. Nashville Village Council call the Village 4 w W jiii IF* riity &' s 1t^ aiifc ih* 'Ktjn# ■kWh iMfc fi** Hll0 ritao rttitf nrajaj hadaa iiltrh iriito Writ! lifcittjfi �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997 — Page 9 Denise Scramlin starts a new life today in nursing career by Cindy J Smith sx VS Ufili^wlliiij A** uJE fc|k«M J Bb Wpml fcs > StaffWriter While today is just another Tuesday for most, it will long be cemented in Denice Scramlin's memory, as the day she finally became a nurse. Many people go on to col­ lege to pursue a career, but Denice's story is especially touching, one of determina­ tion and sacrifice. When ob­ taining that degree, she also managed to hold down a full time job, volunteer for the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Ambulance service - and volunteer many weekends at Pennock Hospital in Hast­ ings, not to mention finding time for her husband and two small children. There was even time made for 85-year-old Cecil Barrett, whom Denice takes to the doctor and checks on almost daily. "He calls me his guardian angel," she said. This busy chapter ofher life all began about five years ago. She had been working as a first responder volunteer with the ambulance for two years at that point, she loved the con­ tact with people and knew that medicine would be a place where she could make a differ­ ence. "I've always like to help people, that's one of the rea­ sons that I began my work with the ambulance," she said. "After giving it a lot of thought and long talks with my husband, Rod, I decided to apply for nursing school." Rod, a long-time veteran of the ambulance crew and new member of the fire department was very supportive of the idea, and encouraged her to follow her dream. Shortly afterward, she was accepted at KCC and became part of the very first part-time evening nursing program in the state. Today, when receiving her pin, she is among 24 graduates from that class. Before the actually nursing, EWING WELL DRILLING INC. . OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS Residential Commercial Farm ^ 27 • WO**. Ml" I fM , III*11 We stock a complete line of... • Pumps a Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR u We at the ambulance service are very proud of Denice, it takes a lot of determination to accomplish what she just did. — Ardie Reid mined, I wish that I had that much confidence!" Her determination to beat the odds also impressed Ardie Reid, a fellow EMT who recently graduated as a nurse also. He remembers all to well the sacrifices made to successfully obtain a degree while raising a family. "It's really tough to go back to school once you have been out of high school of a while," he said. "We are very proud of Denice, it takes a lot of determination to do what she just did." 'I felt so honored, and it spired me in so many ways," was such a surprise," she said. said Becky. She is so deter"It was really wonderful." One might think that gradu­ ation would be the grand fi­ nale to this chapter of Denice's life, but it's just a beginning. She has left her Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. Maple Valley job as head baker with Maple High School Lunch Menu Maplewood Lunch Menu Valley schools to work full time now in Emergency Wednesday, May 14 Wednesday, May 14 Trauma medicine at Commu­ Chicken patty/bun, baked Chicken nuggets, pizza, nity Hospital in Battle Creek, potato, garden salad, potato wedge, applesauce, now referred to as Battle Creek pineapple. graham crackers. Health Care Systems. She Thursday, May 15 Thursday, May 15 still plans to volunteer her Chick chop suey, peas, Salad bar, turkey sub sand­ time for the ambulance ser­ peaches, muffin, salad bar, K- wich, whole kernel corn, blueberry crisp, trail mix. vice, and care for her long pizza. Friday, May 16 Friday, May 16 time friend, Cecil, and will Good Time Pizza, tossed Tacos, lettuce, cheese, Tex begin more studies this fall. Becoming a registered Mex Rice, applesauce, bread, salad, fresh fruit. Monday, May 19 Her determination has paid oft! Denice scramlin nurse, it turns out, was only margarine. Hot dog, pizza, baked Monday, May 19 officially became an RN today, pinned with 23 other part of her dream. Her ulti­ Hamburger/bun, beans, raspberry sherbet. graduates from KCC. She is now part of the mate goal is to someday be a Tuesday, May 20 cheeseburger/bun, french Emergency Trauma Unit at Community Hospital in flight nurse, transporting crit­ fries, peaches. Salad, ravioli, potato Battle Creek. ical patients by helicopter. wedge, applesauce. Tuesday, May 20 She also has been an inspi­ Note: Breakfast includes: Mac/cheese, mixed veg., port from the community, and one surprise. During Maple ration to others, like Becky blueberry sauce, roll, butter, milk, fruit or juice, H Not only has bread/cereal product. Choice Valley High School gradua­ Corkwell, a fellow volunteer salad bar. Denice been a NOTE — Choice of lowfat of main entree daily, seconds tion ceremonies in 1995, who has just applied to nurs­ white milk served with each on vegetable daily , choice of wonderful asset Denice became the recipient of ing school. "Not only has Denice been meal. Salad, pizza and milk. Honey will be served to our ambulance a $600 scholarship from the crew, but she has Maple Valley Memorial a wonderful asset to Qur am­ chicken nuggets served daily with rolls to lower fat content, bulance crew, but she has in- at the high school as an entree. low fat dressings will be inspired me in Scholarship Foundation. offered. so many JJ Schoo! Lunch Menu ways. —Becky (CJ) Corkwell however, there were all of the prerequisites, which required many hours of class time and every spare minute she could muster at home for study time. That study time became somewhat of a family affair, and she was an inspiration to her children. "You know how difficult it is sometimes to get your kids to do their homework," she said. "We have a rule at our house that homework is done directly after school before other things, myself in­ cluded." Denice said that many after­ noons, she could be found at the dining room table with both Amanda and Matthew, each working on a different assignment from school. Rod would often be in the back­ ground answering questions. "He has been so patient and understanding though this whole period of time," she said. "It takes a lot of support to be able to do what I just did." There was also a lot of sup- OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WOR. 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Little’s Country Store coor­ dinated a recent spring cleanup in effort to clean the road side of Thomapple Lake Road. Anyone who wanted to par­ ticipate was welcome, and seven area kids and three adults showed. They were: Lacey Keyes, Juanita Hester, Chasity Hester, Jami Hilbert, A.J.G., Janelle Sottillie, Brian Hester, Richard Chaf­ fee, Joey Welch and Laurie Little. They collected 22 bags of garbage between Little’s Country Store and Thomapple Lake Estates. Afterward they went back to the store and had hot dogs and chips, pop and candy. Lit­ tle’s Country Store also awarded certificates for each participant. Another cleanup, from Lit­ tle’s Country Store to the public boat launch, is plann­ ed. No date has been set yet. Last week’s Rural Libraries Conference in Traverse City provided many opportunities to attend seminars, meet and exchange ideas with other librarians from small and rural Michigan libraries, view vendor displays and get hands-on experience with new technologies. 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Speakers included Larry Massie (Michigan historian) and Sue Harrison (Michigan author of the popular series “Brother Wind,” “Mother Earth Father Sky,” “My Sister the Moon”). New books this week are: The View from Saturday (1997 Newbery Medal win­ ner) by E.L. Konigsburg; Song of Solomon by Toni Morrison (re-issue); a new series for young adults — Pacific Cascade University, Freshman Blues, Homeward Heart, True Identity and Spr­ ing Break. New for junior readers is a biography series, Biography Today — Profiles of People ofInterest to Young Readers. Issued three times a year, this series will be for use in the library and includes biographies and obituaries on actors, politicians, artists, authors, scientists, etc. The scouts washed picnic tables, swept out the pavilion, picked up trash and sticks. After they completed the park cleanup, they snacked on cookies and played games. Mailbox Improvment Week set by U.S. Postal Service May 19-24 has been designated Mailbox Improve­ ment Week by the U.S. Postal Service. The service reminds patrons to remember their mailboxes when doing spring cleanup. Check the post to be sure it’s straight, sturdy and free of weeds, brush and insects. Check the height ofthe box — can you reach into box from your car? Does the door open and close easily? House numbers belong on the side of the box the carrier sees as he or she approaches or on the front if box is in a group. Most rural carries serve about 550 boxes every day. Their speed and accuracy is affected by the placement con­ dition and markings of the boxes they serve. A postal service spokesper­ son said, “Please take a look at your mailbox and see if it needs a little attention. If you have any questions you can reach the Nashville Post Of­ fice at 852-9607 or the Ver­ montville Post Office at 726-0646. Also stamps are available at the service counter at Carl’s Supermarket and a collection box is located at the store entrance. In Nashville, carriers are Mark Potter, Susan Quick and Andrew McKeown, with subs Elaine Sheehan, Linda Col­ vin, Clerk Pam Dunn and Postmaster Sharon Bishop. In Vermontville, carriers are Joyce Rothbum, and Mar­ ty Martin with subs Laural Thompson and Marcia. Culhane, Clerk, Lori Wright and Postmaster Vic Haas. WHICH ONE LOOKS LIKE YOUR MAIL BOX? FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, May 13, 1997__Page 11 Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Wednesday, May 14 Tuesday, May 20 Pork chop aujus, scalloped potato, mixed veggie bread, margarine, pineapple. Groundbeef stew, lima beans, biscuit, spiced baked apples. Thursday, May 15 Sloppy joes, O’Brien potatoes, lima beans, bun, jello. Friday, May 16 Chicken rice casserole, peas, veggie blend, bread, margarine, mandarin oranges. Events Wednesday, May 14 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, Country String; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, May 15 — Hastings, sing-a-long; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, May 16 — Trip — Delton Musuem Day, 10-1:30. Monday, May 19 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, Nashville 5; Delton, social day. Tuesday. May 20 — Puzzle Day; Alz. Meeting, 1-3, Monday, May 19 Chicken cordon w/gravy, mashed potato, stewed tomato, bread, cookie. Nashville Class of 1947 plan reunion locally May 24 Smith earns medal in math rally Several students from Maple Valley high participated in the annual SMAA math Rally at Olivet High School just two weeks ago. Congratulations to Gold Medal winner Leah Smith, and Silver Medal winners Jason Carrigan, Erin Berry, Josh Smith, Ben Carrigan, Melissa Scripter and Devon Durkee! These students faired very well in the competition thanks to the direction of Sharlot Sours. Special golf outing at Mulberry Fore May 18 The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association will team up to hold its second annual Maple Valley Youth Sports Golf Outing on May 18. The event will be held at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course beginning at 12:30 p.m. This year's format will be a two-man scramble with a shotgun start. Golfers will have a chance to win a new National Ads car in a Hole-in-One. DavisPontiac-Buick-GMC, of Charlotte, will sponsor this year's Hole-In-One event. There will also be a closest to the pin contest, a long drive contest, a 50-50 raffle and door prizes. Clinics to teach softball to players, umpires set The Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Association held a fast pitch 1-800-522-2730 ext. 2188 softball clinic and umpires ACCOUNTS PAYABLE/ RECEIVABLE- To $12.01/Hr. clinic on May 4. The fast pitch clinic drew + Benefits! Busy Office! Entry/ Skilled Level! Needed Now! 35 girls from age 10-16. Wayne Kirwin and Doreen 616-949-2424 Jobline Fee HI-LO/WAREHOUSE- To Root instructed the clinic, the basic $12.60/Hr. + Excellent Benefits! teaching Major Co! Needed Now! fundamentals of fast pitch 616-949-2424 Jobline Fee softball. Tony Joostbems instructed ROADWORK/ CONSTRUCTION- To the umpires clinic with both $15.30/Hr + Benefits! Over­ coaches and umpires in time! Trainee/Skilled! Needed attendance. Topics included Now! 616-949-2424 Jobline Fee sportsmanship and situations VENDING/ROUTE that may occur in games. DRIVER- To $50,000/yr + Umpires were instructed on Benefits! Entry Level! CoVehi- how and where to position cle! Start Now! 616-949-2424 themselves, how to be Jobline Fee decisive and how to have fun YOUTH WORKER/CASE while doing the job. MANAGER- To $29,000/yr. + The Little League board Benefits! Non-degreed! Entry/ thanks Kirwin, Root and Skilled! 616-949-2424 Jobline Joostbems for their time. Fee Cost for competing in the outing is $40 per golfer, a price that includes greens fees, golfcart and buffet lunch. First place this year will get $180, second place s $120, third place is $80 and fourth is $40. The two associations use funds raised to update and replace equipment for field improvements. If you're a golfer, come out and raise funds for Maple Valley Youth Sports. ’80 TO ’90 CARS FOR $100. imlKssl me «« iitofc® tai1 W-fcttW BOX' 41 Seized & Reach over 30,000 Hayes Green Beach Hospital’s Auxiliary is taking orders for its annual geranium sale now through Friday, May 16. Cost is $2.25 per plant. The geraniums may be picked up between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 21, and Thursday, May 22, at Roseacre Greenhouse, 620 W. Harris St., Charlotte. SERVICE MANAGER Fillmore Equipment of Hastings, a progressive John Deere dealership in Western Michigan, is accepting applications for the position of Service Manager. The candidate must be well organized and have good leadership skills. The position requires strong abilities to effectively handle multiple responsibilities. Computer skills are required and farm equipment technical back­ ground is desirable. This position Includes service department responsibility over both agricultural and lawn & garden products In a new well equipped facility. We offer a complete benefit package Including profit sharing incentives. Send resume with salary history to Fillmore Equipment, 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml 49058 or call 616-945-9526 for an appointment. area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Pay 7 Days A Week JOHN DEERE Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174g J) Equipment, Inc. Located on 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) • 945-9526 Our Parts Department is Open thru May — Mon.-Fri. 7 am-9 pm; Sat. 7 am-4 pm New Product In Stock Innovative concrete systems ©©RKSKSUS GWON© ©(LASS 18'xl8" Natural & Red '12'xl2' Natural Charcoal each urns™ pmnsa® swmss I ■ ' 38\ 3 8 12" Round Red Charcoal WW^each ^e 8'x4' Autumn Gold or Range Red 12' Hexagon Red Charcoal each WSM @®©QKJ© Straight Borders White & Red Curved Borders White & Red Charcoal & Red each each Landscaping Timber Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Order forms are available from any HGB Auxilian, at the Hayes Green Beach Hospital Gift Basket, or by calling (517) 543-1050, exten­ sion 202. Proceeds from the sale will be donated to Hayes Green Beach Hospital’s Phase III ex­ pansion project. Kk sold locally. Cobb The Class of 1947 of Nashville W.K. Kellogg School will hold its 50th Class reunion Saturday, May 24, at the Maple Grove Township Hall on South Durkee Street (M-66 and M-79) in Nashville, starting at 11 a.m. There will be a light lunch served, starting at 12:30 p.m. All relative, friends and school chums are invited to come and renew old friendships. For more information, call Barb (Swift) and Marshall Greenleaf at 945-5125 or Mary Pennock 945-9406. Hayes Green Beach plans annual geranium sale ] HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD Railroad Ties SB Cash & Carry 517-852-0882 219 S. State in Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, Moy 13, 1997 — Page 12 Maple Valley welcomes new track with pair of home meets For Maple Valley track athletes, May 6 was the dawn of a new beginning. And even though some of the athletes might be a bit too young to drive. Lions’ Coach Chris Pash compared May 6 to one's anticipation of driving their first automobile. "It's really a phenomenal feeling being here today," Pash exclaimed. "(It's) like the first time you drive a new car. I consider it quite an honor to be coaching at the inaugural meet." The Lions were not driving, but rather sprinting, throwing and jumping in their first meets at their new track last week. Maple Valley battled SMAA rivals St. Philip and Leslie on May 6 and Webberville and Dansville on May 8. Track athletes from the middle school were scheduled to compete on the track on May 5, but ill-weather dampened those plans. "I'm so glad this finally happened and the high school teams were the first to run on it," Tami Sealy said. "I'm glad that we got to go first.” For Athletic Director Todd Gonser, the event was a finale for all ofthe hard work it took to build the team's new home. "I'm so glad that we can finally have a home track meet," Gonser said. Sealy and her teammates beat Leslie 81-47. Erica Krolik won both the shot put (31-1 1/2) and the discus (105­ 4), while Heidi Eberly collected triumphs in the 1600 (5:58.54) and the 3200 (13:18.39). Other individual winners Maple Valley's Trent Harvey shows great form, and strength, on his discus toss. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Erica Krolik blocks out the sun and lets the shot put fly in last Tuesday's home track meet. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! (0 WE CAN FINANCE included Danielle Watson in the long jump (14-20, Teri Sessions in the high jump (4­ 10) and Rachel Pettengill in the high hurdles (17:30). Maple Valley had great performances in the relay races, providing for a clean sweep in the four events. Dawn VanderVlucht, Marin Smith, Krolik and Eberly teamed up to win the 3200 relay (11:09.24), Leslie Grant, Bethany Poyer, VanderVlucht and Erin Booher were first in the 800 (1:59.16), Leslie Grant, Watson, Pettengill and Bethany Poyer triumphed in the 400 (57.42) and VanderVlucht, Krolik, Poyer and Booher edged out Leslie in the 1600 (4:42.50). The Lions roared to many wins against Dansville and Webberville on May 8. Maple Valley's boys beat Webberville 77-60 and Dansville 119-15. Continued next page— IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EASY TERMS Bankruptcy 0 Repossession 0 Slow Pay 0 Bad Credit 'late Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be in The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Ester Histed would like to express their deep­ est gratitude to family and friends for their support during her struggle with cancer. 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TOWNSHIP of CASTLETON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of a petition by property owners within the township signed by the recorded owners of land whose area constitutes more than 50% of the total area of the hereinafter described ROGERS ROAD Special Assessment District, and the township board of the Township of Castleton proposes to pave Rogers Road and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assess­ ment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the district within which the foregoing improvement is proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Lots 1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7 of Dull’s Plat No. 1, all of which are adjacent to Rogers Road. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the township board has received an estimated cost of such improve­ ment in the amount of $4,569.00, has placed the same on file with the township clerk and has passed a resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvement and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District and has further tentatively found the petition for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said plans, special assessment district and petition may be exam­ ined at the office of the township clerk from the date of this notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such petition, district and estimate of cost will be held at the township hall at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan, commencing at 7:00 P.M. on June 4th, 1997. At such hearing, the board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matter. Dated May 8,1997 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township �Rachel Pettengill was a top point provider for the Lady Lions in the hurdling events last week. (Photo by Perry Hardin) boys track squad. (Photo by Perry Hardin) From previous page — Maple Valley's new track, located behind the high school, is multi-colored and includes eight lanes. (Photo by Perry Hardin) CooperSpring Specials! Cooper PR812135,000 Mlle warranty P165/80R13 *28.00 *29.00 P175/80R13 *30.00 P185/80R13 *32.00 *33.00 *34.00 P1S5/80R13 P185/75R14 P195/75R14 *38.00 *39.00 P205/75R14 P205/75R15 P215/75R15 *40.00 *41.00 *42.00 P225/75R15 P235/75R1 s Expires 5/20/97 We’ll order any tire for you — Firestone, General, Goodyear, Michelin FREE Rotation & Plug Repair on any tire purcnase. SHOCKS • BRAKES • MUFFLER We - New Quick Luebwe Fauccility uuvMnw flf .*-1_9" Other major brands of oil available. Check Points: Air Filter Wiper Blades Transmission Filter Windshield Washer Fluid Brake Fluid Inflate Tires to Proper Pressure Power Steering Fluid Belts & Hoses Transmission Fluids Lights M-66 TIRE 53 Runners from both schools leap from the starting line during track and field action last Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Make Hay While the Sun Shines! Genuine John Deere parts will keep your John Deere haying equipment running smoothly. Save on qual­ ity cutting parts like guards, sections, knives, knife arms, shear bolts, belts, and roller chains. And the JD Gross-Search® system helps match John Deere parts to other brands of equipment. Mechanic on Duty — 616-374-1200 — 7775 S*ddl<t»g like Rd. (Utt) ft; lake Odessa, Ml 4BM9 « Winners against both opponents were Darwin Cheeseman in the shot put (43-1), Dave Taylor in the high jump (6-0), Brendan Phenix in the high hurdles (16.05) and the 300 hurdles (42.71), Emerick in the 3200 (12:31.91) and Robb Rosin in the 1600 (5:23.39). Double winners in the relay events were Jon Kay, Bowers, Gould and Rosin in the 3200 (9:02.66), Kenyon, Matt Hall, Scott VanEngen and Andy Patrick in the 800 (1:40.66) and Greg Brooks, Phenix, Kenyon and Patrick in the 400 (46.52). The girls team also had a big day with a 112-12 victory against Dansville and a 106­ 17 win over Webberville. Watson prevailed in the long jump (13-8) and the 300 hurdles (56.52), Krolik captured a win in the shot put (30-3 3/4), Sessions went 4-8 in the high jump, Booher took first in the 100 (14.05) and the 400 (1:06.49), Andrea Mace crossed the finish line first in the 1600 (6:10.060, Eberly finished the 800 in 2:37.13, Poyer took the 200 in 29.58 and Cristina Desrochers won the 3200 in 15:22.44. The Lady Lions won the 3200 relay (Smith, Wilson, Faith Livingston and VanderVlucht) in 12:45.66, the 800 relay (Becky Wilson, Kristy Sealy, Poyer and Booher) in 2:01.51, the 400 relay (Alexis Smith, Watson, Grant and Poyer) in 56.97 and the 1600 relay (Krolik, Livingston, Poyer and Booher) in 4:50.55. Maple Valley's track teams had another home meet on Tuesday (May 13) against Lansing Christian and Olivet. 553 On M-66 In Woodbury, Juel North ol Railroad Tracks JOHN DEERE — and — Petersen Enterprises Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks ^£2^ 616/374-1200 ^3?^ 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • Located with (M-66 Tire) Located on 2900 N. 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Gregarious SWF, 32,5*6”, dark blonde hair, blue eyes, professional, self-employed, enjoys horses, softball, NASCAR, seeking easygoing, laid-back SM.Adf.7444 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium , build,, likes bowling,, camping, g, seeks honest, well-groomed, kind, caring, mature SM.Ad#.9O12 CHARMING LADY Single white mom, 27, 5’6’*, full-figured, employed, hobbies are reading, football, boxing, basketball, seeks loving, caring, sensitive single male. Ad#.8994 ACCEPT CHANGE Big-hearted single white female 45, plus size, likes evening fishing, cooking, sewing, reading, crafts, a little of everything, seeks respectful, courteous, non-dominating single male. Adf. 8993 VOLUPTUOUSI SBF, 47, 5'6”, salt and pepper hair, fun-loving, enjoys reading, bowling, macrame, dining out, seeks romantic, church-going SM, to spend the rest of her life with. 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Ad#.202l OUTSPOKEN WAYS Good-looking SWM, 34,5*2", I75lbs., employed, enjoys fishing, camping, snowmobiles, horses, seeks attractive, compatible SF, 5', 140-150lbs.. Ad#.9O16 GENTLE BREEZE SWM, 50, 57, 170lbs., friendly, easygoing, enjoys country music, walks in the woods, auto racing, seeks self-supporting, honest SF. Ad#.1815 I JUST NEED YOU Single white male, 35,5*5”, 165lbs., brown hair, green eyes, good-natured, employed, he could use some hobbies, seeks trustworthy, fun-loving single female. Ad#.2691 Laid-back SWM, 18, 67, 165lb.s, brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, hunting, working on cars, seeks SF, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2700 CHARMING & WITTY Hardworking SWM, 32, 5'4", physically fit, black hair, hobbies include sports, billiards, car racing, seeks trustworthy, dependable, caring, sincere SF. Ad#.4392 A GOOD LIFE UFELONG PAL Easygoing SWM, 43, 5'11", 190lbs., employed, enjoys camping, boating, cars, dining out, the out­ doors, seeks honest, loyal, good-looking SF. Ad#.1O29 SWM, 61,5’6", 200lbs., easygoing, retired, never had the time for hobbies, he was always working, seeks dear-thinking, pleasant SF, for companion. Ad#.3500 . GOOD MORALS SOMEONE SPECIAL Single white male, 45, 6*, 155lbs., well-balanced, enjoys music, golf, reading, home repair, seeks honest, loving, supportive single female, to share fife with. Ad#.1271 Single white male, 31, 5*11”, brown hair, blue eyes, honest, outgoing, adventurous, enjoys the outdoors, motorcycles, cars, seeks truthful, romantic single female. Ad#.3514 LIVE IT UP DON’T MISLEAD MEI Fit, bubbly single white mom, 37, 5’2", 105lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys dancing, travel, wild life, boating, seeks versatile, responsible, respectful, honest single male. 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Single white male, 41,5’17, 150lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, hardworking, likes fishing, camping, quiet times, walking, zoos, seeks dependable, understanding, happy single female. Adf.4144 AN INVITATION Flexible, outgoing SW dad, 33, 5*10”, 165lbs., brown hair, employed, hobbies are horses, fishing, family times, seeks active, sensible, fun-loving SF. Ad#.1217 SWM, 27,5'10", 170lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, a little shy, employed, likes dancing, rollerblading, quiet nights, seeks fun-loving, nice, compatible SF. Ad#.5553 ACTIVE LIFESTYLE DANCE WITH ME SWM, 45, honest, loyal, employed, enjoys sports, church, kids, seeks faithful, friendly SCF, N/S, who is not a game player. Ad#.1570 Single white male, 53, 5'8", 150lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, cheerful, good listener, caring, enjoys dancing, bowling, plays, seeks employed, petite, non-smoking, single female, 40-53. 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Single white male, 57,6*. 200lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, loves country music, boat­ ing, bonfires, animals, seeks honest, caring single female. Ad#.4855 HAPPY-GO-LUCKY Single white male, 45, 6*1”, 215lbs., black hair, brown eyes, enjoys movies, the outdoors, relax­ in ing, seeks humorous, honest single female. Aof.1051 of.1051 HOW ABOUT US? Easygoing, employed SW dad, 40,57,280lbs., enjoys hunting, fishing, family activities, seeking compatible SF Ad#.8954 HUMOROUS NATURE Outgoing single white male, 49, 5*10", 170lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys remodeling, biking, canoeing, seeks communicative single female, under l20lbs., religious values, Marshall area. Ad#.4646 GREAT MUSICIAN Light-hearted SWM, 20,6*. 220lbs., red hair, blue eyes, witty, sensitive, stable income, enjoys guitar,S, F ty sini. Agdiin#gg.22, 8p77 7u7zzles, l, seeks k fihfl, faithful, hhonest,, ppret- HOLD MY HAND Divorced white male, 49, 5'8’, silver-grey hair, striking blue eyes, employed, enjoys traveling, dancing, cuddling, romantic dinners, quiet evenings, seeks caring, spontaneous, petite sinsin­ gle female, 3549. Ad#.9125 GOOD & EXCITING Single white dad, 32, 5*6", 155lbs., brown hair, nice-looking, interesting, employed, enjoys model building, auto races, see seeks understanding, caring single female. Ad#.1964 �¥'» '» The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. May 13, 1997__Page 15 Eaton Community Foundation to have donor reception May 21 SSsStoY sStoY S ? s Ss^k k'Ws ss' The Eaton County Com­ munity Foundation will be host for a donor reception Wednesday, May 21, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Dole Hall on the Olivet College campus. Those who have already donated to the Foundation is an endow­ ment fund, created to be a local sustainable resource for communities within the coun­ ty. The foundation will fund programs carried out by other community organizations. Its role is to establish endowment funds, receive grant applica­ tions from local philanthropic organizations and disburse funds to successful applicants. “The foundation fund will make a different for many generations to come,” said Vince Ferris, a foundation board of trustee member. “We want to get die word out that the fund just received a Michigan fund grant of $20,000 from the W.K.. Kellogg Foundation and, at the donor reception, we will accept the grant money. This is the realization of meeting our first large goal. We raised Varsity softball team beats Concord at meet * * i*5> i5> aS *&«? SSjl^ *•$ s>« s*» ''f!}*Sw '•£ Sa1.1* ** 2**»?2* ?* *»* aj»<; '*• JS!}^ * ®5^»» « Ss s ,, •S ka. ven ** M*ImJ/ » ‘ !»i!.aaJ M*IIm M MI m. ™ »aik lB» The varsity softball team posted a .500 mark at Saturday's tournament at Vandercook Lake. The Lady Lions beat Concord 8-3 receiving a 5-hit gem from pitcher Evelyn Ackley and lost to Jackson 4­ 2. Receiving hits in the victory over Concord were Kerri Dean (1 RBI), Dawn Stine (2 runs), Ackley (1 RBI), Janette Emery, Jenny Kuempel (1 RBI) and Bess Ann Martin. The Lady Lions tallied 3 runs in the bottom of the first and 3 more in their fifth inning. Ackley struck out 3 and walked 1 to notch the mound win. Dean, Stine and Martin each had hits and Tara Stewart and Kuempel collected the RBI in the contest versus Jackson. Jackson tallied 4 runs in the top of the fifth inning to erase a 1-0 Maple Valley lead. In weekly action. Maple Valley lost a pair of games to Lakewood on May 7. In Game 1, the Vikings won 7-3 and then came back to take Game 2 9-2. Stine, Ackley, Stewart, Kuempel, Martin and Pennington all had base raps in the opener with Martin being the team leader with a triple and 3 RBI. Melissa Mater and Sarah Hughes each had 2 hits in the nightcap, while Stine, Emery, Stewart, Kuempel, Joheather Grant and Kim Pennington had 1 hit apiece. Maple Valley (9-8 overall) will play a doubleheader at Bellevue on Thursday (May 15). $40,000 and the grant match­ ed that amount by 50 percent.” The foundation’s goal is to raise $100,000 by April 1 to qualify fo rup to $1 million in grant money offered by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. But, the challenge requires two local dollars to be per­ manently endowed in a fieldof-interest or die unrestricted endowment fund for each $1 received from Kellogg. The fund, which is a component fund of the Capital Region Community Founda­ tion, is dependent upon dona­ tions. At the time a donation is made, the donor can give the community foundation’s board full discretion to apply the gift as it sees fit in any charitable file, specify the charitable field, or designate a particular organization to benefit from the fund. Ferris said as the money earns interest, it will be available to help with com­ munity activities. ‘‘One of the areas we will be working strongly with on this founda­ tion is the Youth Advisory Council,” he said, “which works with young people on grants for all different pur­ poses with a flare toward helping diem. There are eight students who are members of the council and they suggest ideas about how grant monies can be used.” A Michigan tax credit allows donors to reduce their Michigan income tax liability by up to one-half of the amount of the donation ($100 for individuals or $200 for couples). Also, the Michigan tax credit permits corpora­ tions and others to reduce Michigan income tax or single business tax liability by a credit of 50 percent of the amount contributed to a com­ munity foundation, subject to the maximum credit of $5,000 or 5 percent of tax liability, which ever is less, before claiming any credits. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings Vol. 125-No. 20 — Tuesday, May 20, 1997 Maple Valley Class of ‘97 top graduates to be recognized Police officers from the Barry County Sheriff's Department and the Michigan State Police post in Hastings investigated this one-car accident on M-66 near Cloverdale Road Thursday night. The driver was not seriously injured. Local woman hurt in accident A Vermontville woman was not seriously injured in a onecar accident Thursday night on M-66 near Cloverdale Road. Barry County Sheriffs deputies said Rhonda S. Sheldon, 36, of Vermontville, was north bound on M-66 at 8:50 p.m. when she lost control of her car, crossed the center line and released. and went down an embankPolice believe speed and al­ ment, struck a driveway cul­ cohol were factors in the acci­ vert and overturned. dent. Sheldon was cited for Sheldon was extracted from reckless driving, driving with the wreckage by Nashville a revoked license and not Ambulance and transported to wearing a seatbelt. Pennock Hospital, where she was treated for neck injuries It's almost graduation time and Maple Valley High School has announced this years top seniors. There are 18 students gradu­ ating with high honors this year, beginning with Valedic­ torian Robb Rosin. Many will recognized Rosin from the golf or track team, as a lead role in many produc­ tions on the auditorium stage, or from Student Council ac­ tivities. He is also involved in many activities outside of school, including performances with Vermontville's newest theater group, "The ReVue," or as a volunteer with little league or on blood drives. While in high school he has earned four years of academic letters, been chosen for the all-state golf team, and as an all-conference athlete. He has also been active in Student Council and the National Valedictorian, Robb Rosin Salutatorian, Devon Durkee biomedical sciences. Honor Society. Salutatorian of the graduat­ The son of Ron and Nancy Rosin of Nashville, he plans ing class is Devon Durkee, to attend Western Michigan who has also had a busy four University this fall to study See Top graduates, P. 2 Alumni Banquet to include ‘Royal Revue’ barbershop quartet The Maple Valley Alumni Banquet is less than a week away and the secret about this year's entertainment is out — The "Royal Revue," Ver­ montville's newest barbershop quartet, will perform. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24 (the Satur­ day of Memorial Day Week­ end), and a punch bowl will be ready for those who have traveled a long distance and want time to visit before din­ ner, which will be served at 6:30 p.m. Those arriving early in the day may want to take in the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund's 10th Birthday Party, which begins on the high school lawn at 1 p.m. Those who are familiar with Alumni Banquet look forward each year to the food and the company of old classmates. Many don't have the opportu­ nity to see one another except for this annual affair. But this year the Royal Revue is ex­ pected to add some spark to the event. Many remember the group at their debut as part of "The Music Man" production at the Vermontville Opera House earlier this year. Now, group members have "perfected" their act. Who might one see with the quartet? Most will recognize Bill Reynolds, probably from the Vermontville Opera House, where he has created a revision of old-time stage plays. Be­ ginning with his first produc­ tion last summer, he has managed to attract many local talents, put together colorful sets, and produce a show that fills the Opera House. Reynolds also works at a sleep lab, studying sleeping disorders. "If you fall asleep during And then there is Ryan Rosin, a very familiar face, who is now a recent graduate of WMU working in Lansing, but volunteering his time as a track coach at Maple Valley. Many also remember him as musical director for "The Mu­ sic Man" at the Opera House. Along with the new quartet, there is an evening full of en­ tertainment planned for those attending this year's banquet. Roger the Chef is expected to our performance, see me!" he Graham is a part ofthe gradu­ cook up the usual, and many jokes. ating class of 1969. "'old faces" will be honorees, Then there is Stan Graham, The third member of this such as former football coach who when not working in the quartet is Steve Bowen, a Charles Ross, his wife hallways at Maple Valley or 1990 Maple Valley graduate Joanne, Dorothy Dowsett (the helping out at the local hard- who now attends Western former Miss LaDuke) and ware, can be found alongside Michigan University. Steve is Pauline Hunt, who after teach­ Reynolds at the Opera House, quite the actor, and a member ing at Fuller Elementary for putting his creativity to work. of the award-winning and several years, became the li­ Grammy nominated Gold brarian at the high school be­ Company at WMU. He also fore her retirement. Commencement performs with other musical Those planning to attend set June 1 groups, including including the and haven't made arrangements se une Schussycats at Schuss Moun- can do so by calling Judy Maple Valley High School tain Resort during the summer Hook at 852-9655. commencement exercises will months. be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at the athletic field located behind the high school. In case of inclement weather, services will be moved indoors to the high school gymnasium. • Nashville gymnastics goals reach as far Ward Rooks, counselor, as Olympics will be the featured speaker. • Pleas to save choral program may be Valedictorian Robb Rosin, Salutatorian Devon Durkee ‘made in vain’ and Class President Tara • Nashville looking at making zoning Stewart also will address the violations civil cases audience. Diplomas to members ofthe • Girl Scouts hold "bridging” ceremony Class of 1997 will be presented by members of the Maple Valley Board of Education. Those who are familiar with Alumni Banquet look forward each year to the food and the company of old classmates. Many don’t have the opportunity to see one another except for this annual affair. In This Issue... Don't miss "The Royal Revue1' performing at the Maple Valley High School at this years Alumni Banquet. The banquet is now just days away, and this years get-together for Nashville-Vermontville-Maple Valley grades should be a lot of fun!! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 2 TOP GRADUATES NAMED AT MAPLE VA LLEY, continued from fr Allison McLean years including Spanish Club and Quiz Bowl, and is a fouryear academic award winner. Durkee, daughter of Douglas and Julie Durkee of Ver- Roxanne Guernsey Evelyn Ackley Scott Spitzer Dana Hamilton Nick Thompson montville, is also busy outside of school and has donated many hours of her time to help with various church activities at Pilgrim Fellow- ship. Some of those include participating in the CROP Walk, helping with Commu­ nity Christmas Baskets, and helping with Habitat for Hu- inanity projects. She plans to go to Western Michigan University this fall and study pre-medicine. While Rosin and Durkee lead the class of graduates, many others graduate with high honors. Each is com­ mended here for excellence, appearing in no particular or­ der • Allison McLean gradu­ ates this year as a three-year National Honor Society member, including one year as president, a scholar athlete and two-year academic award win­ ner. She has also been an inspi­ ration to others with her will­ ingness to help with commu­ nity projects such as painting playground equipment and working at area blood drives. And though not always on stage, she has helped with var­ ious musicals throughout high school. McLean also has been a waitress at Goodtime Pizza in Nashville when not involved at school. The daughter of Alan and Sheryl McLean of Ver­ montville, she plans to attend Western Michigan University next fall. Roxanne Guernsey, daughter of Robert and Leslie Guernsey of Nashville, is probably best known as the alternate queen for the 1996 Syrup Festival. She is also part of the Maple Valley jazz band and has played major roles in many productions on the Maple Valley auditorium stage. Guernsey has received aca­ demic awards all four years of her high school career, and now is vice president of the local chapter of the National Honor Society. Outside of school, she is active in her church youth group, has helped with area blood drives and helped orga­ nize the senior youth forum for the National Honor Society. She will be attending West­ ern Michigan University this fall to major in psychology. Evelyn Ackley has much to be proud of when receiving her diploma. Besides her high academic achievements, she has won many citizenship awards and medals for her work in biology and geogra­ phy. She is also well known on the softball field at Maple Valley, where she has won several awards. Ackley hasn't yet decided what her plans are after gradu- ation. She simply said that she wants to live each day to its fullest. She is the daughter ofEldon and Diane Ackley of Nashville. Scott Spitzer, a National Honor Society member, is also one of Maple Valley's star basketball players, and was named tri-captain of the baseball team. When not involved at school or with Student Council activities, he is usually found with friends playing basketball or baseball. The son of Richard and Cathy Spitzer, he plans to at­ tend Baker College to study architectural construction technology. Dana Hamilton may be best known to fellow mathe­ maticians as the highest scorer in Michigan mathematics prize competition. She has also remained on the honor roll throughout her high school career, earned an aca­ demic letter her senior year, Southern | Shoe & Boot Co. Free Admission To 9 Country Fever Dance Ranch in Assyria Friday or Saturday only - $5 value » or £ $5.00 off Team Penning or Practices at Slippery F Arena &| M i Nashville With the purchase ofany pair of Western or Work Boots | Offer expires Sat. May 24th. i Shop Southern - in Nashville * 234 N. Main - Across from Hardware (517) 852-2540 J Open M-F 10-6; Sat. 10-3 Continued next page— I X)CA I. CI I L' RCI I SCI I I ’l)UI CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. Sunday School..... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of MSB on Baseline) Sunday School.............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ P.M. Worship ........ Wednesday Evening Worship.................. .11 a.m. ..6 p.m. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service........... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class.......................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (’A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service...................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. 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Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Church Service.............. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 3 Amy Jo Parish From previous page — bte§ bte§£ !s !*sto >&& ssr< *"?*** ’Watafc *f*lk lM'*ikli« ■m "^btU ^ iiu. | ^M as I SKIM aple Valley rial Scholarship oundatioii lOyrsold! and is a scholar athletic award winner. She was Maple Valley's Voice of Democracy winner her sophomore year, and won various citizenship awards, was class secretary for three years and is a member of the National Honor Society. Many remember her as a candidate for homecoming queen, or for her ability to run cross country. She made all­ county, all-conference team her sophomore year. Outside of school she has found time to be an active member of her 4-H club and has made it all the way to state shows with her horses. The daughter of Steve and Lynette Hamilton of Nashville, she has also helped with Red Cross blood drives and was and Odyssey of the Mind judge this past year. She will start classes at Kellogg Community College this summer. Nick Thompson is known for numerous awards earned in FFA throughout high school. He served as chapter president in his senior year. He is also a member ofNa­ tional Honor Society, is an honor roll student, and has earned an academic letter. Outside of school he is an active 4-H member where he has won numerous awards at the Eaton County Fair, and is a member of the Jr. Livestock Mike Heyboer Association, the Michigan Cattlemen's Association and the American Semmital Asso­ ciation. The son of Maple Valley teacher Judy Tuckey and Mike Thompson of McBain, he will be studying to become an agri-science instructor and plans to run a cow-calf opera­ tion after graduation. When not busy at school and on the farm, he enjoys hunting, fishing, mudbogging and showing his cattle. Amy Jo Parish, daughter of Jack and Elizabeth Parish of Vermontville, has had some busy years at Maple Valley, beginning with earn­ ing academic and citizenship awards. Many will remember her help on the yearbook staff, as part of the Maple Valley choir, or in various roles in high school musicals and drama presentations. Outside of school, she teaches Sunday school and has participated in blood drives. She plans to attend Lansing Community College for two years and then transfer to a larger school, and someday be a kindergarten teacher. Mike Heyboer is one of Maple Valley's star basketball players and made all-conference his senior year. 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She has earned the scholar ath­ lete award for the past four years and an all-state award in cross country. She was also captain of the cross country team. She is among "Who's Who iin American High School Students," a member or the National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Spanish Club, Ski Club, Student Council representative and class secretary. When not in school, she volunteers at the hospital, tu­ tors other students, and is ac­ tive in the Nashville United Methodist Church. She is the daughter of Alli­ son Avery and Ron Smith, and is planning to attend ei­ ther the University of Michi­ gan or Western Michigan this fall. Marie Elizabeth Jewell has been an inspiration to others while in high school due to her musical ability. She is probably best known as leader of the trombone sec­ tion for the band where she performs for marching and concert season and has been a part of the Maple Valley Jazz Band. She has even made allall­ state band, and a superior rat­ ing for her voice at the Fine Arts Festival. She is also a citizenship award winner, and has played various leads in dramas and musicals on the Maple Valley auditorium stage. Outside of school, she spends a lot of time with her horse and is an active member of 4-H. She volunteers her time each year to clean up the fairgrounds to prepare for the Eaton County Fair. Many also saw her at the Vermontville Syrup Festival, where she flips pancakes every year. When not involved in school or 4-H activities, she works part time at Helmet's Kaffeehaus in Nashville, and loves to travel and shop. She plans to pursue a career in business and computers after graduation. She is the daughter of Don­ ald and Janice Jewell of Nashville. Janette Emery is also a three-year academic award winner. She is a member of the Na­ tional Honor Society, has let­ tered in volleyball, cheerlead­ ing, and softball and is the sergeant of arms for the high school Student Council. Though seldom seen on stage, she has been behind the scenes for several high school productions, working as the sound tech. Outside of school she has volunteered to help the needy through the Vermontville Food Basket program and is an active 4-H club member and junior leader. Janette is the daughter of Eugene and Laura Emery and plans to attend Western Michigan University this fall to study business. Daniel Leep will always be remembered by drama fans Sarah Hughes as the funny scarecrow in this year's production of "The Wizard of Oz” on the Maple Valley stage. He is also a scholar athlete, a member of the National Honor Society, and has been on the honor roll throughout high school. Outside of school, he is active in his youth group at church, where he has gone on mission trips to Chicago and even Russia. He has also donated his time and abilities to help with Habitat for Human­ ity projects. He plans to attend Grand Valley State University this fall and become a physician's Angela Rumsey assistant. He is the son of Thomas and Bonnie Leap of Nashville. Sarah Beth Hughes, 1996 Vermontville Syrup Queen, is also among the top grads. Sarah is a member of the National Honor Society, a scholar athletic and academic award winner. Her years have also included basketball, softball, ski club and Student Council activities. Though many associate Hughes with many community activities, perhaps the biggest is the "Wish Upon A Continued next page — We have Grade 8 Bolts, Nuts & Washers ASHVILLE HARDWARE NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN OPEN: Monday-Saturday 233 N. MAIN STREET 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 852-0713 WE SHIP UPS EARLY DEADLINES ...because of the holiday. -FORTh,e>Sun .and News -^news mRPLEVRskgX newsg? All DISPLAY AD COPY Deadline is 5 p.m. Thursday classified Deadline is 5 p.m. Friday Our office will be closed Saturday, May 24 and Monday, May 26. Have a safe anti happy holiday! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 4 Dune Buggy Show planned at Charlton Park June 1 by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter The second annual Dune Buggy Show and Swap Meet is scheduled to take place at Charlton Park starting at 9 a.m. Sunday, June 1. Though last year was the first for such an event, founder Jim Whelpley of Nashville said that it attracted people from all walks of life and from all over the state. "It even attracted a magazine publisher from California," he said. "We were recently fea- tured in the 'Sand Sports Magazine."' Whelpley's interest in bug­ gies began several years ago, and long before any such event, he talked about it with Charlton Park personnel. It started on the other side of Thomapple Lake and with an old Volkswagen, payment for some welding Whelpley had done for a neighbor. "I was out to my dad's and a neighbor needed some welding done," he said. "He didn't have much money and asked if I would consider some kind of deal." Whelpley had spied what was left of an old Volkswagen in the shed and asked if it ran. It did, and with some tinker­ ing, he soon had a new toy. Soon after he and his dad be­ gan collecting old Volkswa­ gen motors, and needed a place to run their "racing ma­ chines," so a track was built behind the Thomapple Lake Road residence. , With the races came the birth of a new club, BOOM, One of the big attractions of this years Dune Buggy show at Charlton Park is the swap meet. Those in need of just about any part for their buggy can usually find what they're after and get some great ideas from others who have just finished that one of a kind buggy. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Many local businesses have sponsored trophies for this years show. There will be prizes for many to bring their buggies to display at Charlton Park, some for even the not to pretty buggies! show," said Whelpley. which is now known year that he decided to so Sponsors include Appletree statewide. It was also the be­ something local and soon Automotive, Gavin Ford and plans for Charlton park were ginning of a racing team Barry Auto in Hastings, Pat's under way. known as Deep Purple. Chuckwagon, Southern Shoe Last year was very success ­ Traffic lights went up along Boot Company in the track, electronic equipment ful according to Whelpley, & Nashville, Millers Glass and who hopes that this year will was purchased for more accu­ Buggy from Hastings, and, of rate tallies of start and finish attract even bigger crowds. course, Whelpley's Buggy "We have a full day of ac ­ times, and the popularity of Parts Deep Purple kept growing. tivities planned," he said. This is a one-day only Publicity of the track how­ "There will be lots of trophies show, and the gates at Charl­ ever, prompted complaints and prizes for those who are ton Park will open at 9 a.m. from nearby residents and displaying their dune bug­ Judging begins at noon, and soon Castleton Township gies." an "On the Road Cruise" is Trophies will go home with shut down the track. scheduled for 4 p.m. That didn't cure Whelpley's some of those buggy owners Those wishing to display for things like Best Paint, desire to build and race bug­ gies, and since that time the Promoter's Choice, Daily their latest creation, or parts for the swap meet can contact Driver and OffRoad Buggy. club has grown. There will even be a prize Whelpley at Whelpley's "It's a family organization," said Whelpley. "We have for the not so fancy buggy. Buggy Parts in Nashville at races, cookouts, color tours Some lucky owner will take 852-9104. Show registration is $10, home the "Used and Abused" and games for the kids." Swap Meet Registration is He is dedicated to the club, trophy. "We have been really fortu­ $15 and all should be arranged which travels all over the state for various events. It was last nate, many are supporting our prior to May 25. The event will cost spectators $2 per car. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, TOP GRADUATES CONTINUED FROM Page 3 Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar yle Wells.............................. ves. 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 1989 MANUFACTURED HOME ON - Walk-out base­ ment, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the details. (CH-64) 8% ACRES IN NASHVILLE ■ 4 BEDROOMS, 2 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." (V-66) VACANT LOTS &LAND JUST LISTED: 1 ACRE (PLUS/ MINUS) BUILDING SITE ON BLACK­ TOP ROAD - Natural gas avail- able, perked & surveyed, some trees. Lake close by. Call Homer. (VL-67) BATHS - This home has been completely remodeled with great room & open stairway. A must see. Call Nyle for an appointment. (N-51) IN NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOMS, 2 NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Calll Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) PLE RIVER FRONTAGE, south of NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 1.2 Priced from $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed. Call Homer. (VL-46) ACRES EACH - NASHVILLE 2 BR RANCH - Pos­ session at close. On large lot with nice shade trees, garden spot, home has garage & breezeway. Call Homer. (N-49) bedroom, brick home on 10 acres in the village. "Handy­ man Special" (house needs work). Two-car garage, 2 years old. Trees on property and pasture land. Call Homer for more details. (V-54) YOUR CHOICE OF (3) APPROX. 12 ACRES EACH PARCELS (VL-52) After high school, she plans to attend Kellogg Community College and will be studying science. She is the daughter of Wayne and Joan Rumsey of Nashville. Bernard Eric Garvey, otherwise known as "Bee Gee," has received many awards while in high school, including citizenship and academic awards. He is also a member of the National Honor Society, part of the Earth Watch team and still manages to find time to work as a co-op student for the State of Michigan and for Good Time Pizza. Bee Gee, the son ofBernard and Donna Garvey, will be attending Lansing Community College to pursue a degree in business administration. VERMONTVILLE - ENJOY THIS THIS- completely remodeled, 3 bed­ room home. Original wood­ work, ceramic c tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) Thank you The Maple Valley Band Boosters would like to thank everyone who donated or worked to help us achieve another successful year at the Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival. We acknowledge and appreciate the long term commitment and coop­ eration from: The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corporation and all their producers FOR $18,900! or (4) 2 acre parcels for $11,900 each!! Rolling & "tree lined" with "walk-out" building sites. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home package s. been involved in various community service activities and plans to attend Michigan State University in the fall to begin studying agricultural engineering. Aaron is the son of Tom and Ellen Brandenburg of Vermontville. Angela Rose Rumsey is always eager to lend a hand with community projects, and had a hand in painting the school. She has also volunteered time each summer to clean up the Eaton County fairgrounds in preparation for the fair, where she participates as an active 4-H member.. She has also won many cit­ izenship awards and scholarship awards and is among those appearing in "Who's Who Among American High School Students." VERMONTVILLE - ON 10 ACRES - 4 3 ACRES WITH 700 FT. THORNAP­ Vermontville. Blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-65) BATHS, complete with master suite. Nice yard & 1-car gar­ age. Priced right for starter or retirement home. Call Nyle. (N-60) Star" program which provides toys and clothing for under­ privileged youngsters. She has also helped with community food baskets at Christmas time, tutored other students and worked a local blood drives. Sarah, the daughter of John and Ruth Hughes of Nashville, will attend Ball State and study architecture. Aaron Brandenburg is probably best known for his work with the local FFA chapter, where he was awarded Star Chapter Farmer, a State FFA Degree and an FFA Di­ versified Crop Proficiency award. His activities with the group have taken him to state and national conventions and most recently the Farm Bu­ reau Leadership Conference. Outside of school he has NASHVILLE - 2-story home on llarge corner lot, 3 bedrooms, enclosed front porch & first «°Or .la,undry- Call forr more details" and appointment to see. Call Homer. (N-57) Vermontville Fire Department Vermontville Hardware Carl’s Supermarket �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 5 M.V. Scholarship Foundation offers Obituaries new listing of contributors Kenneth L. Stevens. NASHVILLE - Kenneth L. Stevens, age 73, of Nashville, formerly of Grand Blanc and Hale, passed away on Wednes­ day, May 14,1997 at Pennock Hospital. He was bom on October 20, 1923 in Flint, the son of Andrew and Martha (Pettengill) Stevens. Mr. Stevens was a veteran of World War II and married Shirley Rogers in 1947, she died in 1981. He married Toles Donavan in 1988. He retired from Chevrolet Manufacturing in Flint in 1976 after 30 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Davison VFW Post #4087 and Hale VFW Post #7345, serving in the color guard at both posts and at Hale American Legion Post #422. Mr. Stevens moved to Nash­ ville in May 1995 and enjoyed hunting, fishing and oil painting. Jonathon, Krista, Pam, Laura and Karen; several great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, George and Thelma Stevens of Flint; sister-in-law, Belva Turner of Capac; several brothers-inHe was preceded in death by law; sisters-in-law; nieces and his wife, Shirley; one son, nephews. Funeral services were held Edward; two brofliers, Melvin and Ivan and three brothers, Friday, May 16, 1997 at the Marvel Pollard, Gert Walsh Maple Valley Chapel-Genther and Helen Osborn. Funeral Home, Nashville. Mr. Stevens is survived by Reverend Lester DeGroot offi­ his wife, Toles; daughter and ciated. Burial took place at son-in-law, Mary and Charles Flint Memorial Park Cemetery Mead of Nashville; son and in Flint. daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Memorial contributions D’Joni Stevens of Washing­ may be made to the American ton; son, Michael Stevens of Heart Association. Nashville; eight grandchil­ dren, Kim, Tammy, Amber, Kenneth Herring Thelma Ward Herring LARGO, FLORIDA - Thel­ ma Ward Herring, age 91, passed away November 30, 1996 in Largo, Florida. She was bom May 14,1905 to William and Julia Ackley Ward of Vermontville. Mrs. Herring graduated in 1923 from Vermontville High School, moved to Detroit soon after and worked at Hudsons department store for many years. She married Clair Herring in 1926. They had one son, Kenneth. In 1971 they retired tb KM NW haiK^i i*» ftiiitilltQ HOSI iMUfcS. Ij ONMfflftjf: i nnoB icira ■Itta iikUn [B*ni MWii siaiKit GWte istitiff Instate' Mi to Largo, Florida. Mr. Herring died in November 1979. In August 1994 she was in an accident from which she never recovered. The accident also took the life ofher sister, Deli­ lah Verbosky. Mrs. Herring is survived by a sister, Irma Joppie of Vermontville; three sisters-inlaw; a brother-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 1997 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Iva Lowe Ward__ STEPHENVILLE, TEXAS - Iva Lowe Ward, age 98, of Stephenville, Texas, passed away November 4, 1996. She was bom May 3,1898 in Tiptan, Iowa and grew up in Vermontville. She was the daughter of Walter and Julia Lowe. Mrs. Ward married Gerald A. Ward in 1916 and they later moved to Grand Rapids where she was a cook at Godwin Heights High School for many years before they retired in Florida. She was preceded in death by her husband and a son, William. Mrs. Ward is survived by a son, Keith (Marjorie) of Stephenville, Texas; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; three sisters-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 1997. LARGO, FLORIDA Kenneth C. Herring, age 65, of Largo, Florida, passed away March 8, 1997 of a heart attack. He was bom October 22, 1930 in Detroit. His parents were Clair and Thelma Herring. After graduating from high school, he joined the Navy, then worked at Ford Motor Company for thirty years. He retired to Florida where he enjoyed participating in various craft shows. Mr. Herring is survived by several aunts; one uncle; many cousins and a very good friend, Joseph Towalski. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 1997 at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation has a new listing for Benefactors ($1000 cumulative) in the plaque of Wayne and Barbara Foster Memorial. The MVMSF added to its list of 1997 Funders ($100 calendar year) the names of Dale G. Hose, Dwaine L. Hose, Margaret Sjoberg, William J. and Shirley K. Stanton, Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association, Alice Keihl Estate, Wayne Foster Memorial and Edna Maxine Smith Memorial. An additional donation in honor of Bill and Jarene Fox was from Andrew and Susan Joostberns. An additional memorial for Lucille Love was from Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter. Barbara Drewyor donated in memory of Ada Leone Cotton, Margaret Sjobert in memory of Jennie Boyd. Mike and Jill Booher in memory of Ernest W. Smith. Jaynne and Albert Simpson also contributed to MVMSF. The Maple Valley Educa­ tion Association donated at their recent meeting, and a check was received for an additional settlement from the Alice Keihl Estate. Wayne Foster Memorials were from Charles and Shirley Imhoff, Larry and Deli Foster, Connie and Ron Gill and family, Ron and Kathy Foster, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, M.V. bus drivers, Durametallic, Joseph Eichinger, Jim and JoAnn Zemke, Tom and JoAnn Nehmer, Max and Sandy Simpson, Martha (Frances) Polanski, Marie, Dave, Jeff and Scott Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. John Simpson, Linda Foster Byington, David and Sonia Newton, Linda Lewis, Treva Fehr, Wanda McElwain, Mr. and Mrs. Jim McElwain and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ben Skipper and family, Jean McLaughlin and family, Mr. and Mrs. C. James Moon and family, Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Imler, John McElwain and family, Mr. and Mrs. David Fehr, Mr. and Mrs. James Groundwater, Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Frith, Mr. and Mrs. H. Ken­ dall Buck, Mr. and Mrs. Roger Carey, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hampton, Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wells, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Lewis and family, Tracey Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Brian Olson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Foster and family, Mr. and Mrs. Troy Foster and family, Jason and Barry Byington, Amy Foster and family, Mr. and Mrs. John Berry, Kenneth D. Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Fehr, and William J. and Shirley K. Stanton. Additional Gordon Gardner memorials were from Jerry and Jan Johnson, Nancy Potter, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Scott Johnson, Norma Peterson, Lisa Johnson, Jan Woodstra, Mark and Kris Benet and family, Cheryl and Stacy Hoffman, Jim and Bonnie Lenscott and family, Dorothy Mahar, Bob and Lewis Gardner, Pat and Donna Gordner and family, Phil and Cheryl Rathbum and famil. Edna Maxine Smith memorials were from Jerry and Anne Kent, Alvin and Susie Butler, Bill and Laurie See Scholarships, P. 6 g CM r&a/by "i/cncte ^cJion: g wish, you were still here so 2$ could have met you. £ 2^ wish 2^ could have wrapped my arms around you, W you don t know how much we love you. 2^ wish @yod j? g would have yave you one more try, so 2$ could tell you g have much 2^ love you ^.out niece, ©Ashley Jensen THE COST OF A SECONDARY EDUCATION IS COVERED 100% BY THE GOVERNMENT. ESSdIs fc'It null ja? -41* - 1 *1*® isi^ jigulU®^’ '^i. rffcft*®** Sji*"? ** J i*# # ><0J*:25*' P IN MEMORY OF OUR BELOVED SON and brother, Dion Ray Villanueva who passed away thirteen years ago May 18th. “DION” When you came into our lives you brought much joy and happiness. You always gave so much but only took so little. Those ofus who knew you, loved you and adored you. You were the sunshine of our lives and the pot of gold at the end of every rainbow. Year laughter and your smile made every minute spent with you worth­ while. The memories ofyou shall never leave us. There is not much more to say or do except to pray and say "We love You.” Written by: Julie Villanueva Jensen Lovingly remembered: Mom, Dad, Jon, Julie, Scott and Debbie —41 IN EUROPE. ‘Catch the Hatch’ planned at KBS Hundreds of ducklings, goslings and cygnets (baby swans) are making their first public appearances with their parents at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary near Hickory Comers. Participants learn about how these young waterfowl find their way in the world during “Catch the Hatch” June 1. “Catch the Hatch” features an auditorium program on waterfowl nesting and behavior at 1 p.m. (repeated at 3 p.m.) and an update on Michigan’s trumpeter swan restoration program. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary biologists will give a walking tour of the sanctuary’s water­ fowl nesting sites and demonstrate imprinting, the process helps bond parents and their young. Admission is included in the regular sanctuary admission of $2 for adults, $1.50 for senior citizens, 50 cents for students ages 4 through 12, and free for those under 4. For more information, call the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary office at (616) 671-2510. Hastings City Bank has two great home equity plans to help you pay for the cost of higher education. With a Home Equity Fixed Loan or Home Equity Line of Credit from Hastings City Bank, no longer will you yearn for the other side of the pond. Both plans come with competi­ tive interest rates and a fast response to your application. Plus, you could save even more since the interest you pay may be tax deductible (see your tax advisor). Your Hometown Bank Since 1886 Each depositor insured to $100,000 FDIC FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION EQUAL HOUSING LENDER �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 6 Nashville gymnast’s goals reach as far as the Olympics Cashel's performance at the 1997 Vermontville Syrup Festival earned her first place. Who knows, she may someday be part of the US Olympic Team and perform in front of millions. i ms is one of Grand­ ma's favorite photos, taken when Cashel was just a beginner. This young athlete some day may be a national star. When Cashel first got started she was part of a gymnastic team which gathered at Fuller Elementary to practice each week. Though really only a short time ago, she has grown up quite a bit since then, as have fellow gymnasts, (from left) Laci Wolever, Lezlie Haigh, and Cashel Harp. are much broader. Ifthings go Her friends at school also to choppy, and whatever I as planned, her friends back idolize Cashel, and she says choose has to appeal to by Cindy J Smith home in Nashville may turn that it is with their encour- judges." Staff Writer She often chooses a theme When little Cashel Harp de­ on their television sets one agement that she continues to song from a popular movie. day and see her with an work toward being a star cided at age 4 that she wanted This year's routine that stole someday. to try gymnastics, little did Olympic team! "My mom enrolled me in "All of my friends really the hearts of judges at the her family know that someday Syrup Festival was Whitney she would dazzle crowds with gymnastics when I was just support me,' she said. "EspeHouston's, "The Greatest her grace and poise while on 4," she said. "I loved it from cially Rachelle Drawlette. She the first day. If I work very moved here from Battle Creek Love of All." stage. Now that the Syrup Festi­ Now at eleven, she has hard, by the 2004 Olympics I last year and I know from the val competition is over, taken first place in the junior could be an "elite" performer, first day we met that we Cashel's next goal is to build dance division at the maybe on that Olympic would be best friends." enough endurance and skill to team!" While continually working Vermontville Syrup Festival. Though friends at school to improve her strength and graduate to the next level at "That was one of those Twistars, which she explained short term goals," she ex­ know Cashel as someone who different routines, Cashel has plained during a recent inter­ simply loves the parallel bars, been a part of various gym- is halfway to the top. "There are ten levels then view. "I had performed two her family realizes that her nastics groups, each time a the elite group,"' she exability to perform has done particular goal is met, it's years previous and both times did well, but had never gotten more than win ribbons and time to move on to some- plained. "Those are the gym­ trophies, it has built self es- thing more difficult and a nasts who are training for the first place." Her aspirations, however, teem and prepared her for group that offers more of a Olympics.” She added that right now much bigger struggles she challenge. She is now one of could face as an adult. she is a level four, but she many "Twistars" performers. "She is so comfortable in Other groups that have hopes to graduate soon to a front of a crowd," said her helped her along the way in- level five. That will mean grandmother, Mary Mead. clude Great Lakes Gymnas­ more competitions and more "That is such an attribute. She tics, and a group of accom- support than ever from fam­ makes her whole family really plished gymnasts at Michigan ily. proud." "I have been performing in State University. Each step of the way has competitions about four times While her family is proud, Cashel is also an inspiration taken a lot of determination, a year," she said. "When I be­ come a level five, I will be in to others, most little girls and hours ofpractice. "I go to practice at the gym many more competitions and who are just beginning classes. She began her "career" two nights a week," she said. it won't be just in Michigan with a small group at Fuller "But I practice every night at like before, it will be all over the United States. But first I Street, where while perform­ home." One of her favorite practice have to perfect my lifts and ing she and several others lit­ tle girls became close friends. settings is the bam at Grandpa dips!" While Cashel works on As she became older and more and Grandma Mead's house. accomplished, she didn't forget She has bars and a beam set those lifts, parents Rowdy and about her roots, she now goes up out there and spends hours Kim Musser of Nashville and back weekly and works with after school just working on John Harp of Grand Rapids new students. Many view her new routines. Each is accom­ will be saving their pennies, panied by a particular theme hoping that in a few years as an idol. they will be packing suitcases "Yea I'm always hearing and, of course, music. that they want to be just like "Usually the music I choose for a trip to Sidney Austrilia me," she giggled. 'Tve still is slow," she said. "Fast to watch Cashel perfrom as an got a ways to go." songs make the routine seem Olympic star. Before you sign Just when you thought everything was .taken care of, you’re hit with another fee or an additional charge. 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Before She went on to say, "You parents last week begged the then, there were 10 years at have made a bad decision. I Maple Valley Board ofEduca­ Maple Valley with no choir sure hope that you will recon­ tion to reconsider its decision program, all due to the same sider." to abolish choir, but it ap­ kinds ofbudget constraints. One parent in the group During a school board meet­ voiced concern about gradua­ pears the move still stands for ing last Monday, a final plea tion requirements, saying that financial reasons. The board's announcement a was made, with letters pre­ taking away music really lim­ sented from supporters at its students options. He even couple of weeks ago stunned Hastings High School and went as far as to call the high school choir members comments made from several and their families. Board board's action discrimination. local supporters. Two students "You're making a huge mis­ members said they had to became so emotional over the take," said Ted Wilson. "You make the cut because of bud­ prospect of losing their fa­ get constraints, but choral are discriminating against vorite class that they were in music advocates say it's a these kids, and I don't believe tears as they described their that you have their hearts in blow to those who expect to choir experiences to McLean use their high school choir mind. All of these kids have and board members. experiences as stepping stones to have some kind of fine arts Amanda Finkler, treasurer to graduate. You are going to to further education or careers of the Choir Boosters and a force them to do something in music. three-year choir member, told Though the board did not that they don't want to do and theboard that taking away discuss exact expenditures of take away the one thing that choir would have a lasting ef­ they enjoy." the K-12 music program at fect on elementary and high Maple Valley, some contend Wilson also suggested fund­ school students. that the only expenses in­ ing the vocal music program "Cutting any part of the vo­ curred are for a full-time teach­ with tax dollars, much like cal music program will result the enhancement millage that ing position. in failure somewhere down the Superintendent Alan funded band uniforms two line," she said. "At first, we years ago. He said he feels McLean said, however, that just wanted our (high school) that choir students are not the decision to drop choir was class reinstated, then we stood supported like kids involved one of several cuts in the bud­ back and looked at the whole in sports. get next year. Teaching posi­ district. Little children like to "Taxpayers just turned down tions would also be cut. go to school because of art, your request for three separate Several teachers have been gym and music." millages," he said. "Why don't pink slipped. Board President John Krolik you ask them to help fund Because of the lack of spoke in support of the deci­ choir rather than sports?" school funding over the past sion to drop vocal music but After hearing Wilson’s 11 years, students had orga­ was sympathetic to those in comments, Krolik said that nized the Maple Valley Choir the audience, suggesting that the decision to drop choir was Boosters and had done several choir be an extra-curricular ac­ not an easy one. fund-raisers to support the tivity. The conversation was very group. The fund-raisers pro"Though I can't speak for difficult for students sitting in the entire board." he said. "I the audience. One girl left the think that choir is a wonderful room in tears after saying, "I activity. Can't it be an extra­ wouldn't know how to read SCHOLARSHIPS curricular activity?" even one note of music if not from Page 5— "What about a choir direc­ for choir and Ms. Kersten. I Kipp, Jeff Butler, Dennis and tor? Do you think it would be don't know what I will do Jan Arguilla, Colin and Pam easy to find a volunteer?" without choir!" Eden, Marvin and Judy asked students. "And what Others said after the meet­ Laurie, Joel and Novia Butler, about the fundamental that the ing that they felt much the Elmer and Junia Jarvie, Elbert younger students won't get?" same way, with Finkler statand Dorothy Carpenter, and Choir Director Carol Ker­ Joe and Emily Mater, Gerald sten also pleaded for another Aldrich, M.V. bus drivers vote concerning the situation. and mechanics, Robert and "I feel very badly that you Hope Duddles, William and felt you had to cut the vocal Suzanne Cain, Phyllis J. Garlmusic program," she said., inger, Mike and Jill Booher, Mark and Lori Feinauer, and adding that there was much more to music than develop­ Kendal and Betty Wilcox. The M.V.M.S. Foundation ing their voices. "Students associate what is a charitable non-profit foun­ dation. For more information they have learned in music with what avenues they need or to make donations write: Wednesday, May 21 Box 715 Nashville, Mich. to take in life," she said. "I Turkey ala king, carrots, hope that this past year I have veggie, biscuit, fruit. 49073. Thursday, May 22 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad/dressing, cream­ ed corn, garlic bread, pears. Friday, May 23 Veal cutlet, red potatoes, PENNOCK HOSPITAL is seeking a Full Time broccoli, bread/margarine, Homecare Coordinator for our Home Health Care pudding. Department to work as a liaison with hospital staff, dis­ Monday, May 26 charge planners and physicians. This position iss one­ Closed in observance of halftime office and one-halftime field visits (10-15 per Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 27 week). Responsible for CQI and chart audits. Turkey steak w/gravy, The successful candidate will hold a current mashed potatoes, French cut Michigan RN license, have at lease one year experience beans, bread/margarine, as a registered nurse in home health or related fields, plums. and have strong communication and organizational Events skills. Must be knowledgeable regarding Medicare/ Wednesday, May 21 —> Medicaid/JCAHO guidelines. Hastings, crafts; Nashville, PENNOCK HOSPITAL offers a complete com­ B/P day; Woodland, Kathy pensation package which includes competitive salary; MMAP, B/P day; Delton, innovative flexible benefits system; Paid Time Off puzzle day. Thursday, May 22 — system; tuition reimbursement for continuing educaHastings, sing-a-long; tion; a personal tax-deferred savings plan to which Nashville, bingo; Delton, Pennock Hospital will contribute as much as 5% ofyour swim day . salary; and much more. Friday, May 23 — Hastings, bingo, birthday par­ Please submit resume/application to: ty; Nashville, legal aid 10-12; Woodland, social day. PENNOCK HOSPITAL Monday, May 26 — All Atm: Human Resources sites closed. 1009 West Green Street Tuesday, May 27 — Puzzle Hastings, Michigan 49058 day. Kathy MMAP, Lincoln (616) 948-3112 Meadows. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter ing that the news initially was shocking, but reality hadn't really set in until that meeting and the close of the school yearjust a few weeks away. "It's like the end to an entire chapter ofyour life," she said. That chapter may have a happy ending with the help of the community. Choir mem- bers are looking for verbal and written support and need ev­ eryone's help. The Board of Education is non-committal, but according to Krolik, will consider what Maple Valley residents have to say. 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Both in Lansing, near St. Lawrence and Fisher Body. (RE112DB) We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS Service. And daily in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, New­ aygo, and Montcalm counties through the Grand Rapids MLS. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 8 Nashville looking at making zoning violations civil cases Nashville officials are look­ pliance. "In 1993 legislative action ing at ordinance changes that would make policing zoning allowed municipalities to de­ violations less costly for the criminalize (violations of) or­ dinances like junk cars,” he village. Village Council members said. "It is far more effective discuss such changes at a re­ to enforce zoning as non-crirrtcent meeting with attorney inal and is quicker and of Terry E. Tobias, who said that course cheaper." Tobias, who represents to make violations non-criminal would lesson legal costs, many other villages in and perhaps help to speed up Southwest Michigan, related the process when taking steps some experiences in Thomapto bring residences into com- ple Township following a de- first notice was ignored, three violations were issued and he u They have really stood had to appear in court." That's where the biggest sav­ behind communities to ings came to the township, make this work. I can’t say according to Tobias, who said that if still a criminal matter, enough good things about attorneys would have to be the civil infraction present and the person charged with the violation could even ordinan ask for a jury trial. — Terry E. Tobias "Because Thomapple Town­ ship had decided to decriminal­ ize that zoning ordinance, it could be taken care of with an the property. Why would you cording to Tobias. He said informal hearing, much like a want to spend public funds?" that when involving the court traffic violation," he said. system the village forfeits a he said. He went on to describe the Tobias commended the portion of the fine. He sug­ hearing as a conversation be­ Barry County courts, telling gested that the new ordinance at Carl's Market in Nashville. tween the municipality's zon­ But didn't dream that the ing administrator and the Nashville officials that he felt allow for those cited to pay would be the winner of a new property owner. No attorneys they had been very supportive fines at Village Hall. "A good enforcement tool of village efforts in the past. mountain bike. need be present and a court "They have really stood be- can be a municipal citation The bike, donated by Pepsi, magistrate would decide who hind communities to make notice requiring someone to was just an extra incentive for was to prevail in the case. this work," he said. "I can't appear at Village Hall," he the yearly drive, that the gro­ "The township never had an cery store always participates attorney at the hearing and say enough good things about said. "Your local zoning offithe civil infraction ordinance." cial can police the violations, in, according to employees at they won," he said. What about other viola- the village keeps the money, Carl's. Usually, there is a can­ He went on to explain that tions? One big concern of vil- and you have a better handle ister advertising that funds are property owners could appeal needed to help Special if not satisfied with a hearing lage officials is rental proper- on what is going on," he said. Olympics, something that referee's decision. That too ties. Could ordinances pertain­ "With the current ordinance, if employees there support every happened in Thornapple ing to rentals also be made in court, you receive only a non-criminal? third of the money back year. Township, but the case was The answer is yes, accord- (fines). The remainder stays This year the bike gained a settled in one and a half hours lot of attention during the an­ before Barry County Circuit ing to Tobias. He said that the with District Court in Hastvillage could cite the occupant ings." nual event. Ironically, Nick Court Judge James Fisher. No final decisions on such a and inform the landlord of the didn't even put his name in Tobias said that in that par­ the hat, so to speak, until the ticular case, once the defendant violation, which could be change have been made to grounds for terminating a date. The next step is the day prior to the drawing. was found in contempt for not lease, if a health hazard. Planning Commission. OffiThough the bike was an following the court's orders, Councilman Dennis Mapes cials are, however, looking for added attraction, store employ­ the township was able to col­ ees said that this year like lect costs, authorized entry to said that the new approach ways to work with residents many others, customers had the property and could then sounded good to him. His to clean up Nashville and apbeen supportive. Carl's Mar­ clean up the property without primary concern was to bring proved a "'free dump day," so things up to code and he sug- to speak. ket collected $193, which will expense to taxpayers. gested a sliding scale when as­ Village officials soon will help to fund many activities "Cost for cleanup could sessing fines for violations. be advertising May 31 for Special Olympians. then be imposed as a lein on "We really should classify Nashville Cleanup Day and ' types of fines and then assess certificates allowing resident^ them according to the of- to take up to one yard of trash . fense," he said. "My own ex- to the Castleton-Maple Groveperience has been that judges Nashville transfer station will don't have time to deal with be available at the village ofthese people and are willing to fice. There are rules pertaining let them have it if they are not to the types of trash that will serious about cleaning up be accepted and those applying their mess! mess!" for the certificates must take How would this type of along proof ofresidency when change work? Could those picking up their certificate. who want to pay their fines Those who wish to inquire locally rather than going to about the trash pickup day can court do so? contact the village office. For Women Again the answer is yes, acRazor cision to change ordinances there. He described a reoccur­ ring violator who eventually was forced to abide by their zoning with very little cost incurred by the township. "It eliminated a lot of work for our office, and in the end saved a lot of money," he said. "This particular violator had junk cars and trucks on his property and the township sent him a simple notice with a list of violations. When the Nashville youth wins bike drawing Young Nick Newton just wanted to do his part to sup- port Special Olympics recently when he saw the sign Nick Newton is the proud winner of a new mountain bike! The youngster was among many residents who put his name in the hat at Carls Market when making a contribution for Special Olympics. Sensor Excel Pantene y|Z9 Pro V Shampoo or Treatment Conditioners 13 oz. Formulas Sensor Excel Blades 5’s S4.99 Satin Care Shave Gel 7 oz.............. S1.99 Purpose Listerine Alpha Hydroxy Moisturizing W# YoU"r■9 V/^ K Cream 2 oz. or Lotion 4 oz. YoUr Cool Mint Tartar Control Toothpaste or Gel 6.4 oz. ER Choice Choice ★★★ BARGAIN OF THE WEEK ★★★ White Rain Body Wash 10 oz. Normal, Zesty Guava 'Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and i see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 69 Your Choice Choice or Pampering Tropical Mapes Florist Memorial Day May 26,1997 219 Main Street — Nashville Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 952-0845 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday Don't Forget Flowers 207 N. Main Str Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 / Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm �Siu -sjjw £*w *»u:% »u:%JJ >:s :s '**kJSS *?;.S KSSf *tS< KS SftS gta S^ii S?*'W !* S4*m !** ** k^lld ,h h® Aa^ait IMtaiM lfclt ItMlilit ”^E iilteitin ^,tn titiipWit *R I Itqti^ fc tofettfan < i^W Wtaiptyllirii ।is® fertiiti ■ s*® taWp’: tdflkigi rip* �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 10 Local Girl Scouts hold annual bridging” ceremony Cadet Troop 600 received special certificates from the Nashville VFW Post 8260 in recognition of their community service. Members organized a Putnam Park cleanup and served at the Battle Creek soup kitchen. Members of the troop are Samantha Curtis, Lizzie Sundrla, Kayla Martin, Melinda Powers and Bethany Adams. Troop 600 leader is Janet Adams. Nashville Brownie Scouts receive their badges in recognition of the projects they have done this past year. Each Brownie bridges on to the next level as second-year Brownies. Junior Girl Scouts are congratulated at their bridging ceremony held at the Kellogg school gym. Members are from Troop 692, 912, 662, 638 and 640. Spring into the fishing season with a new Johnson Outboard. Get a free trip! Buy a 6 hp through 40 hp Johnson outboard and get a FREE Drive-Away Vacation. Deluxe accommodations for two adults; children stay free. Three days/two nights at a deluxe hotel or resort. Choose from 65 locations TOWNSHIP OF SUNFIELD Sunfield Community Room May 5, 1997 — 8:02 p.m. Meeting called to order; Pledge and prayer. Present were Clerk Smith; Treasurer Hyvarinen and Trustees Brown and Peabody. Five guests. Agenda approved. 27 police calls for the month of April; 1.315% of the County total. Approved the minutes of 3/27/97 & 4/14/97 meetings, the bill listing for 4/97 for $15,130.27 and the TB for 4/97 with revenues of $254.96 and ex­ penses of $14,771.41. Agreed to donate the park bench from the Boy Scouts recycling to the Library. Appointed Bev Brown as our new Township Supervisor and Assessor. There were no other applicants. Mark Peabody will be in charge of the dustlayer program. Tabled approval of the new Land Division Ordinance propos­ ed by the County. Accepted the bid from J.R. Fueslein for the resurfacing of the Sunfield Cemetery driveways. Motion failed to appoint Jeff Campeau to the Board as Trustee. We will make a deter­ mination at the June meeting after time has been given for persons to apply. Interested per­ sons must apply to a Board member before June 1st and plan to attend the June 2nd Regular Meeting. Approved wage increase for the sexton's assistant. Scheduled the Fire Board Hearing for June 2nd at 7:30 p.m. at the Sunfield Comm. Room. The DUV has organized a Memorial Service at the Sunfield Cemetery for May 25th at 3 p.m. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. Minutes taken and summariz­ ed by Clerk, Sheryl A. Smith. “Notice — In the spirit of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals with a disability should feel free to contact Sheryl Smith, Sunfield Township Clerk, PO Box 68, Sun­ field, Ml 48890, (517) 566-8461 or (517) 543-1360 if requesting special services to effectively participate in the meeting. (201) Daisy Troop 623 bridges on to Brownie Scouts, as leader Kathy Newton introduces the new "Brownies" as they prepare to cross over the bridge. • NOTICE • May 31st will be the Village of Nashville’s Cleanup Day. FREE certificates to use at the Village Transfer Recycle Station will be available for Village residents only. For more information, call the Village office at 852-9544. 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In Michigan, children under 16 years of age represented about 50 percent of the 28 bicycle deaths, in­ volving motor vehicles in 1995. Additionally, 1,400 bicyclists 15 and under suf­ fered injuries from motor vehicle collisions. Nationally, School Lunch Menu Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 21 Chicken fries, pizza, mash­ ed potatoes & gravy, cherries. Thursday, May 22 Salad bar, lasagna, tossed salad, pear halves, brownie. Friday, May 23 Tacos, pizza, com bread, whole kernel com, fresh fruit. Monday, May 26 No school Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 27 Salad bar, chicken sand­ wich, bread & butter, mashed potatoes & gravy, blueberries. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 21 Spaghetti, garden salad, pears, bread sticks. Thursday, May 22 Hamburger, gravy, whip­ ped potatoes, spinach, mixed fruit, muffin, salad bar, Kchick. nuggets. Friday, May 23 Nacho chips, meat/cheese, refried beans, applesauce, bread/margarine. Monday, May 26 No school Memorial Day. Tuesday, May 27 Ravioli, broccoli, pears, com bread, salad bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. H.V.A.C. Service Tech/ Installer/ Installer Leadmen: Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. per­ sonnel. Are you ready to advance into the commercial and industrial market? Become involved in all phases of commercial and indus­ trial systems, including state of the art controls, restaurants and supermarket refrigeration. Quality Air has new openings in our expanding Service Department. Piping and welding experience a plusSend your resume’ to: Quality Air Heating & Cooling 3395 Kraft Ave. S.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49512 Attn: Service General Manager more than 500,000 children annually go to hospital emergency rooms or doctors’ offices with bicycle injuries. “Parents can play a crucial safety role by reviewing safe­ ty tips and pointing out poten­ tially dangerous situations,’’ said Jerry Basch, AAA Michigan Community Safety Services manager. “By reviewing safe biking practices such as wearing a helmet, all family members benefit and help prepare for a safe summer,” he added. Basch said that children given permission to ride bikes in the street must be able to handle vehicle-bike situations, and that youngsters under the age of nine usually are not able to identify and adjust to many dangerous traffic situations. The Auto Club makes the following recommendations for avoiding common bicycle and motor vehicle crashes and protecting against serious injuries: • Wear a bicycle helmet Most serious bicycle in­ juries are head injuries. Up to 85 percent of such injuries could be eliminated or reduc­ ed significantly with helmet use. • Midblock rideout This is the most frequent ac­ cident type for young riders and occurs as the bicyclist enters the road from a driveway, alley or curb without slowing down, stopp­ ing or looking for traffic. The bicyclist’s sudden entry leaves the motorist too little time to avoid the collision. Suggestion: Stop and look left-right-left for traffic before entering the road. • Wrong way riding Motorists do not expect traffic to be approaching from the wrong way. It is the ex­ ception to the rule that creates the condition for an accident; this is the main reason why it is unlawful to ride facing traffic. Suggestion: Go with the flow! Ride on the right-hand side — with traffic just like cars do. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! CO WE CAN FINANCE • Motorist overtaking cyclist This accident occurs because the motorist fails to see and react to the bicyclist until it’s too late. This acci­ dent type is more frequent at night, on narrow rural roads, usually involves driver inat­ tention, and sometimes in­ volves drunk driving. Suggestion: Avoid riding at night, on narrow roads and where highway speeds are over 35 mph. Always use lights and reflectors if you must ride at night. See and be seen. • Bicyclist left turn or sud­ den swerve The bicyclist swerves to the left without checking traffic, without signaling and moves into the path on an overtaking motor vehicle. The motorists does not have enough time to avoid the collision. Suggestion: Be predictable. Always ride in a straight line. When preparing to change your lane position, look behind you and yield to over­ taking traffic. For making a left turn, give the left-hand signal and when it’s safe, move left to the left lane. Give the left-hand signal again and then make your turn when it is safe to do so. • Stop sign rideout This accident occurs when the bicyclist enters an in­ tersection that is controlled by a sign and collides with a motor vehicle approaching from an uncontrolled lane. The bicyclist fails to stop/slow down and look for traffic before entering the intersec­ tion. This improper action leaves the motorist too little time to avoid a collision. Suggestion: When riding your bike, obey all traffic signs and signals. At busy in­ tersections, get off your bike and walk across the road as you do when you are a pedestrian. Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Phyllis Jensen would like to extend their heart­ felt thank-yous to all who sent flowers, food, prayer and thoughts to our family during the loss of our wife and mother. Thank-you. Chris A. Jensen and families Eat Your Vegetables (NAPS)—More and more studies show your mother was right: you should eat your vegeta­ bles. In fact, according to Vegetarian Times maga­ zine, research studies from as far back as the 1970s show a low-fat veg­ etarian diet can help pre­ vent heart disease, dia­ betes and some kinds of cancer and may lower high blood pressure. What’s more, as ath­ letes have found, a vege­ tarian diet is the way to go for muscles, strength and endurance. High carbohydrate, meatless pasta is the meal of choice ofrunners, deliver­ ing slow, sustained, ener­ gy without excess fat and calories. Here’s a recipe that can help you learn some of the joys of a vegetarian diet: LOW-FAT FETTUCINI ALFREDO This version is much lighter than the original classic, but it loses none ofthe rich character. 12 oz. dry fettucini, preferably whole wheat 2 cups evaporated skim milk or lowfat soymilk (or lii cups powdered skim milk mixed with 1V4 cups water) 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed 6 Tbs. grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 cups chopped and steamed vegetables of choice: carrots, green beans, zucchini, onions, broccoli or peas Low in fat but high in flavor, this Fettuccini Alfredo is just one way to enjoy a rich vegetari­ an diet and help your health. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Place pasta in a large nonstick saute pan along with milk and gar­ lic. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Add cheese. Continue cook­ ing until cheese melts and sauce thickens. Stir in parsley and black pepper. Add steamed vegetables and toss gen­ tly. Serves 4. Variations: • Flavor the milk with 1 teaspoon curry powder; proceed with recipe. • Chill dish and serve as a cold pasta salad. • Add a splash of wine to the sauce before heating. Per serving: 179 cal.; 15g prot.; 4g fat; 23g carb.; 11 mg choL; 320mg sod. You can get more great recipes and learn vital facts about vegetari­ anism from Vegetarian Times magazine, avail­ able at local newsstands or by subscription. For a free copy, call 1-800-442­ 1891. You don’t need a computer to Surf the Internet and E-mail, use your own J Onw ws299°° ; Demoijftration FR“EE1 Set-iip HrS eTraining Formore information Calls (6x6) 376-XXXX Business Services co YOUR JOB IS YOUR EASY TERMS BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE. $20.00 perroom, 2 room minimum. All pre-spray’s included. Any room over 250sq.ft considered 2 rooms. 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For information call 517-566-8363. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) — ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE need approximately July, August &. September Call 616/374-8837 ...for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 13 Long-term care program to be discussed If I go on Medicaid, will I Development Council, lose my house? At what age “Preparing Your Estate for should I purchase long-term Long-Term Care.” The pro­ care insurance? Should so­ gram will include information meone know my wishes regar­ on medical durable power of ding health care decisions? attorney, insurance for long­ Can my son or daughter han­ term care, and estate planning dle my finances if I have a considerations. medical durable power of “Preparing Your Estate for attorney? Long-Term Care,” will be For answers to these ques­ held Wednesday, May 21, tions and more, there will be a from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Com­ free seminar, sponsored by munity Room of Charlotte Ci­ Hayes Green Beach Hospital’s ty Hall, 111 E. Lawrence Ave. Presenters will be Connie Boucher, HGB social services director; Kirk Evans, finan­ cial representative, Edward Jones; Kathleen Cook, at­ torney; Charles Means, branch manager, Linsco/Private Ledger; and David L. Smith, attorney. To register, call (517) 543-1050, extension 202. GRADS c We have everything you’ll need to Free legal advice offered to senior citizens will be seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. There will be no pre-registration. Legal Aid will be at the Nashville Senior Meal Site (Nashville Masonic Temple, 301 North Main St.) from 10 a.m. to noon, May 23. This service is funded by the Office of Services to the Aging and is therefore available to all older adults, ages 60 and over, regardless of income. Lunch will be available. The menu will be veal cutlet, red potatoes, broccoli, bread/margarine, pudding and milk. There is a suggested donation of $1 for lunch. Make meal reservations one day in advance by calling the Barry County Commission on Aging at 948-4856. The Legal Services organization of South Central Michigan, will offer free legal advice to senior citizens ages 60 and over who live in Barry County. ’" etna rtstapdn uk iip ® ftriiHtyfetlM taiki.ttjwfiHW SIMM sw Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will meet Wednesday, May 21st at the home of Janet Rushford at 9:30 a.m. for brunch. 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Lawrence, Vermontville, recently completed a sixmonth deployment to the Western Pacific Ocean, In­ dian Ocean and Persian Gulf while serving with Sea Con­ trol Squadron 29 (VS 29), em­ barked aboard the aircraft car­ rier USS Kitty Hawk. Haley’s squadron was one of 10 tactical aircraft squadrons attached to the USS Kitty Hawk Battle Group. The battle group also included five surface combatants, two sub­ marines and the three-ship EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. Order All Your Graduation Announcements & Accessories Today Nashville Woman’s Literary Club meets Serving Our Country J? A lawyer will be available in Nashville Friday, May 23, to answer any questions of general and specific law in private consultation with in­ terested persons. Individuals Haley USS Essex Amphibious Ready Group. VS 29 flies the S-3B Vik­ ing, a multipurpose aircraft capable of locating and destroying enemy sub­ marines, long-range surveillance of shipping, airto-air refueling and other mis­ sions, as required. Operating extensively in the Persian Gulf, Haley’s squadron contributed to the enforcement of the no-fly zone and U.N. sanctions against Iraq, as part of the air wing that flew more than 4,500 successful missions. During the deployment, Haley visited Australia, Bahrain, Hong Kong, Singapore and Tasmania. The 1995 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in July 1995. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD May 7, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7:05 p.m. by J. Cooley. Members present: DeMond, Pixley, Cooley, Wilson. Members absent: Langham. April minutes were approved. Treasurer’s report approved. Bills in the amount of $7791.70 were approved for payment. Committee reports were given. Board received a petition to pave Roger's Road in Dull’s Plat. Voted to adopt a resolution tentatively setting up the district, it's boundaries, and ten­ tatively approving the project and it's cost estimate. Made committee assignments. Correspondence was read. Voted to renew the insurance. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Recreation COMING TO GUN LAKE “The Gun Lake Princess”. 50+ passenger, glass bottom, dinner and tour boat Available for private parties, receptions, reun­ ions, etc. Call toll free, Southside Boat Rentals, Inc.. 1-888-557-7775. Save 15% Off All Graduation Printing Cook farm at 5364 Brown Road, Vermontville. Participants will learn the value and importance of nitrate testing and how to take the samples. The program will feature Natalie Rector (Calhoun Extension), Stan Moore (Eaton Extension), and Chris Savona (Ionia and Eaton Groundwater technician). As a special offering, farmers br­ inging their nitrate soil samples to the field demo will receive 50 percent off the regular $6 cost (limited to the first 50 samples). The event will begin at noon with lunch and conclude at 2:30 p.m. Lunch is provided by Crop Production Servicesin Woodbury. 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Session I takes place June 16-20, Session II June 23-27 and Session III July 7-11. The fourth session will run from July 14 to 18 and Session V is set for July 28-Aug. 1. The Yes! Camp fee $80 per child, and enrollment is limited to 15 students per ses­ sion. For more information, call the KBS Youth Science office at (616) 671-2265. TOWNSHIP of CASTLETON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of a petition by property owners within the township signed by the recorded owners of land whose area constitutes more than 50% of the total area of the hereinafter described ROGERS ROAD Special Assessment District, and the township board of the Township of Castleton proposes to pave Rogers Road and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assess­ ment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the district within which the foregoing improvement is proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of Dull’s Plat No. 1, all of which are adjacent to Rogers Road. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the township board has received an estimated cost of such improve­ ment in the amount of $4,569.00, has placed the same on file with the township clerk and has passed a resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvement and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District and has further tentatively found the petition for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said plans, special assessment district and petition may be exam­ iined at the office of the township clerk from the date of this notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such petition, district and estimate of cost will be held at the township hall at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan, commencing at 7:00 P.M. on June 4th, 1997. At such hearing, the board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matter. Dated May 8,1997 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township �Females Seeking 1 Males « WARM & SINCERE «,, fishing, camping, seeking honest, Jingle gle male, male, who who has has the the same sam inter- JUST MOVED HERE SWF, 20, 5'6", medium build, long brown hair, green eyes, enjoys partying, dandng, music and shopping, seeks SWM, 23-29. Ad#.1477 PETITE & ATTRACTIVE SWF, 30, 5'3", blue-eyed blonde, likes camping, fishing, movies, swimming, walks, seeks secure, employed, tall SM, with mutual interests, 29-36’ Ad#.80O6 NOT TOO PICKY! SWF, 43, 5’4", blue-eyed blonde, enjoys walks, gardening, canning, sewing, remodeling, quiet n Ni/gShtAs,d sseeks #e7e2k7 s 2understanding, caring SWM, 35-48 nights, N/S.Ad#.7272 NEW KID INTOWN! Divorced white female, 46, 5'5", 118lbs., enjoys baseball, spring flowers, flea markets, barbe­ cues, seeks romantic, educated, self-confident single white male, 45-51. Ad#.8811 BABY FACE Single white female, 21, 5’3", 120lbs., short brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enj enjoys writing poetry, singing, line dancing, seeks goal-oriented, outspoken single male. Ad#.5657 ELEGANT Professional DNAF, 52, enjoys painting, reading, taking walks, genealogy, seeks honest, loyal SM^ for relationship. Ad#. 1837 I BELIEVE IN RESPECT Single white female, 31,5'10", full-figured, brown hair, blue eyes, sociable, enjoys sports, walks, biking, se seeks gentle, open, lovin ing single male. Ad#.2438 YOU NEVER KNOW! Athletic SWF, 32, 5’4”, brown hair, green eyes, kind, sensitive, sodable, self-employed,, likes colledibles, seeks laid-back, numer umerous SM. Ad#.1O76 PRETTY LADY Perky, fun, outgoing single black female, 37,57", black hair, brown eyes, pleasant, loves reading, walks in the rain, seeks honest, cheerful single male. Ad#.5060 FESTIVE SWF, 27, nice and friendly, employed, enjoys dancing, car racing, horseback riding, bowling, watching TV,, seeking ing nice, caring, fun-loving, energetic, kind SM. Ad#.223O VERY LOVABLE SWF, 27, 5'3", brown hair, hazel eyes, nice and friendly, employed, enjoys skating, crafts, bowl­ ing, horseback riding, g, seeking well-groomed, carcar­ ing, nice SCM. Ad#..2525 TREAT ME RIGHT Single white female, 27,5'9”, 105lbs., long hair, blue eyes, loving, kind, enjoys spending time with children, dancing, traveling, seeking affe fectionate, caring single mffle. Ad#.4004 YOUNG AT HEART Singl white female, 57, 4’11”, 130lbs., dark Single hair/eyes, caring, enjoys fishing, garage sales, hair/ animals, cooking, baldng, seeking sincere, compatible single male. Ad#. 1735 TAKE TIME FOR ME .SWF, 20,5’5", 120lbs., enjoys walking, being in the e park, biking, seeks kind,caring, compassioncompassion­ ate SM, for quality relationship. Aa#.1214 DATING OR MORE? Medium-built SWF, 52, blue-eyed blonde, com­ municative, enjoys reading, music, travel, roller­ skating, race cars, seeks similar SM, who is smoke and drink-free. Ad#.8669 OPEN & HONEST Bubbly single white female, 45,5'7", long blonde hair, hazel eyes, professional, enjoys ddancing, shooting pool, swimming, the outdoors, racing, seeks caring, understanding, charming single male.Ad#.7748 SUCCESS & ROMANCE mb ttmlUi. Fun single white female, 27, blue-eyed blonde, quiet at times, employed, likes long walks on the beach, horseback riding, seeks honest single male.Ad#.1234 RELATIONSHIP Caring, honest, sincere single white female, 35, 5’10", auburn hair, hazel eyes, likes swimming, walking, biking, quiet times, seeks employed sinsi gle male, with same qualities. Ad#.9O11 EDUCATED PROFESSIONAL Upbeat single white female, 41,6’, fit, blue-eyed blonde,, likes cooking, travel, sports, working out, kayaking, skiing, nature, seeks honest, happy, affectionate, fit single male. Ad#.3515 NO WORRIES Outgoing SHF, 18, 5'4", 120lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys writing, reading, seeks energetic SM, for friendship, possible relationship. Ad#.5555 LOVE OF KIDS Employed SWF, 29,5'3", blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys hunti hunting,, camping, fishing, seeks trustworthy, respectful SM, with a good sense of humor. DWtlClIW HAS INTEGRITY Outgoinq single white female, 41, 5'4", 125lbs., reddish-brown hair, green eyes, student, enjoys reading, time with ith children, animals, seeks non non-­ est, caring, dedicated single male. Ad#.4178 WARM & FRIENDLY Employed single black mom, 31, 5'5", medium build, brown hair, enjoys biking, exercising, bowl­ ing, time with daughter, seeks caring, understanding single male. Ad#.8667 CAREFREE SWF, 18,5'2”, 100lbs., reddish-blonde hair, hazel eyes, shy, haippy, employed, likes to party, ride horses, work on cars, seeks high-spinted, compatibleSM.Ad#.4465 ALMOST PERFECT Single white female, 38, 5’4", 117lbs., brown­ eyed brunette, caring, sensitive, low-keyed, likes cookouts, camping, dancing, talking, seeks calm, sincere, honest, communicative single male. Ad#.1215 HOMEBODY DWF, 37,5'1", blue-eyed brunette, funny, caring, likes Haileys, horses, walking on the beach, seeks up-front, forward, dean, goal-oriented, active SM.Ad#.8234 VERY ATHLETIC Single white female, 28,5’9”, 125lbs., humorous, serious, employed, enjoys weightlifting, movies, reading, seeks spunky, fun-loving single male. Ad#.1413 A FRESH START Single white mom, 42,5’4", 140lbs., brown hair, quiet, caring, employed, enjoys family times, cooking, gardening, dining out, movies, seeks committea single Christian male. Ad#.1593 THE LOVE BOAT Energetic SWF, 54, 5'2", blonde hair, employed, enjoys the beach, biking, dining out, movies, TV, sports, seeks outgoing, honest SM, under 55, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2468 GET TO KNOW ME Sincere single white female, 44, 5’5", 125lbs., open-minded, likes TV, dandng, car races, football, seeks honest, attractive, communicative single male. Ad#.1952 OPEN FEELINGS Single white female, 33, 5’6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, honest, employed, enjoys horseshoes, drag racing, racing, seeks seeks emotionally, emotionally, financially financially stable, drag single male. Ad#.9797 IS IT FATE? ^%WI$ di Gregarious SWF, 32,5’6", dark blonde hair, blue eyes, professional, self-employed, enjoys horses, softball, NASCAR, seeking easygoing, laid-back SM.Ad#.7444 ACCEPT CHANGE * Big-hearted single white female 45, plus size, likes evening fishing, cooking, sewing, reading, crafts, a fittie of everything, seeks respectful, courteous, non-dominating single male. Ad#.8993 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, likes bowling, camping, seeks honest, well-groomed, kind, caring, mature SM.Ad#.9O12 CHARMING LADY Single white mom, 27, 5’6”, full-figured, employed, hobbies are reading, football, boxing, basketball, seeks loving, caring, sensitive single male.Ad#.8994 #£/J VOLUPTUOUSI SBF, 47, 5’6", salt and pepper hair, fun-loving, enjoys reading, bowling, macrame, dining out, seeks romantic, church-going SM, to spend the rest of her life with. Ad#.2314 LOVES THE SUN SWF, 27,5*9",135(bs., long dark brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys bike riding, the beach, music, long rides, zoos, museums, seeks SM, who enjoys life.Ad#.6923 KIND-HEARTED POSITIVE ATTITUDE romantic dinners,, iibonng for friendly, personable, Single white female, 25,5’8", medium bufld, blonde hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys movies, danc­ ing, softball, seeking outgoing single male, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.5£S8 ' compatibte single male. Ad#.l165 SUNSHINE QUIET & SHY ARE YOU OPEN-MINDED? Bubbly, happy-go-lucky SWF, 41,5’6", auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys pool, horseback riding, cards, her dog, travel, seeks honest, friendly SM. Ad#.8765 SWF, 40, 5’3", 119bs., blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys sewing, skfing, fishing, dandng, seeks affectionate, moral SM for enjoyable times. Ad#.3654 SW mom, 26,6*, brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, practical joker, employed, Ifices horses, dogs, work­ ing with kids, seeks honest, trustworthy, fun, impulimpul­ sive, compatible SM. Ad#.9273 DO YOU POLKA? Friendly, positive SWF, 59, 5’6", 145lbs., graying F brown hair/eyes, likes dancing, golf, concerts, beach walks, die outdoors, seeks friendly, N/S SM. Ad#2221 LOVES PEOPLE Bubbly single white female, 21,5'3", 112Jbs., goodlooking, loves baby sitting,, enjoys anything, seeks honest, respectable single gentleman. Ad#.2269 STATS, PLEASE! CAN YOU DANCE? SWM, 22, 57", 130lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, open-minded, enjoys walks, travel, movies, seeks ^^oing, versatile SM, to spend time with. Single white female, 24, 5’6", 112Ibs., blue-eyed blonde, friendly, punctual, adventurous, likes com-puters, dancing, dubs, seeks fun-loving, relaxed single male. Ac#.3000 SLOW DANCING... BE THERE FOR ME Single white female, 23, 5’8”, 130lbs„ blue-eyed blonde, spontaneous, enjoys fitness, modeling, partying, the wilderness, seeks non-jealous, hon­ est single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 Outstanding SW mom, 40,5’10", 160Ibs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jogging, walking,, time with kids, spats, seeking SM who fikes lads. Ad#.4040 Males Seeking Females BIG MAN...BIG HEART Compassionate single white male, 49, 5'11", auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, dining out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, understanding single female, who will be there for him. Ad#.5238 THE TIME IS NOW Single white dad, 38, 5’6’, brown hair/eyes, enjoys yard work, being with his children, seeking caring, compassionate, trustworthy single female. Ad#2021 . GREAT QUALITIES Single black male, 19,5’2", down-to-earth, communicative, enjoys seeks humorous, trustworthy, slim single white female, 18-21. Mt.Tm LOOKING INITIALLY SHY TALKATIVE LADY SINGLE PARENT Single white female, 18, slim, humorous, varied interests, seeks caring, trustworthy, humorous single male. Ad#.6848 Single white mom, 30, 5’4”, medium build, blue­ eyed blonde, enjoys shopping, movies, the beach, miniature golf, seeks understanding, caring single male. Ad#.1024 Single white female, 44, medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, easygoing, enjo movies, sports, dining out, crafts, seeking g em yed, outgoing single male, with simi ar interests. .8149 Single white male, 6', 37, dark hair, hazel eyes, em ployed, has two teens, 14 and 17, enjoys time off with children, automoblies, music, quiet times, seeks single female, with similar interests, for companionship, possible relationship. Ad#.4363 ROMANTIC Single white female, 30, 5T, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes read­ ing, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#.1966 ENJOY MY FAMILY SH mom, 21, stocky, black hair, brown eyes, sensi­ tive, loving, enjoys reading, crossword puzzles, word-search, seeks family-oriented, sensitive SM. Ad#.1543 SHY & LIKEABLE CAREER-ORIENTED Single white female, 29, 5*5", 140lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys time with her kids, billiards, camping, movies, seeks loyal, romantic single male, who is her soul mate. Ad#.1098 Single white female, 20, 57”, 110lbs. long blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys modeling, fashion shows, dining out, dubs, dancing, singing, seeks non-jealous, honest single male. Ad#.3853 SENSE OF WONDER LAID-BACK & TONGUE-TIED HAVE FUN Single white female, 20,5'5", 115lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes,, enjoys dandng,, partying,, good times,, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. Ad#.6594 SWM, 19, 5’5”, smoker, non-drinker, seeks medi­ um-built SWF, 18-28, for possible relationship. Ad#.8267 A GREAT CATCH! Single white male, 19, 5’10", 155lbs., blond hair, green eyes, humorous, kind, enjoys sports, motor­ cycles, time with son, the outdoors, seeks slim sin­ gle female. Ad#.3978 Single black female, 29, 5’3", full-figured, fun-loving, easygoing, student, enjoys singing, reading,, the theater, seeks trustworthy, honest single male, who likes to have fun. Ad#.2431 ENCOURAGING to SBM, 30, 5'9”, e enjoys SnjWoyFs, pplaying 2la5y+in, g go golf, slf, tennis, walks, movies, seeks SWF, 25+, to share life with. Ad#.41O9 MENTALLY SOUND Single white female, 50, 5’4", 135lbs., fun-loving, professional, enjoys golf, college football, movies, travel, seeks witty, honest, well-educated single male. Ad#.6148 WARM-HEARTED Single white male, 21, smoker, light drinker, seeks special single white female, of any age, physique not important Ad#.7157 SHARE SOME JOY Single white female, 37, queen-sized, enjoys crocheting and needlepoint, seeks trustworthy, honest, loyal single male, to become friends with. Ad#.3355 . CAN WE TALK? Medium-built SBM, 35, 6’, smoker, light drinker, nice, considerate, kind, seeks medium-built SWF, of any age. Ad#.8888 OUTGOING Medium-built single white male, 35, 6', enjoys motorcycling, playing cards, movies, seeks honest single white female, 30-34, for possible relationrelation­ ship. Ad#.1854 SHARE FUN TIMES SWF, 25, 5’9", 145lbs., red hair, hazel eyes, hob­ bies are gardening, the beach, seeks mature, easygoing, gcal-oriented SM. Ad#.2289 CALL SOON TELL ME ALL SWM, 48, good personality, enjoys fishing, camp­ ing, the outdoors, seeking nice, Kind, personable, loving SF.Ad#.3217 VERY LOVABLE LOOKSYOUNG Friendly, employed SWF, 27,5’3”, hobbies include skating, crafts, bowling, fishing, horseback riding, seeks nice, well-goomed, caring SM, for friendship. Ad#.324O Slim SWM, 39,5'11", smoker, seeks up-front, trustworthy, fit SWF, 18-32, who likes camping, concerts, the lake, occasionally going to nightclubs, movies. Ad#.5557 to be in love. 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SWM, 45, honest, loyal, employed, enjoys sports, church, kids, seeks faithful, friendly SCF, N/S, who is not a game player. Ad#.1570 Easygoing, employed SW dad, 40,57", 280lbs., enjoys hunting, ting, fishing, fa family activities, seeking compatible SF. Ad#.8954 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 20, 1997 — Page 16 Maple Valley baseball and softball teams crank out hits Janette Emery (23) touches first base on a bang, bang play earlier in the season. This past week, Emery collected 2 hits in Maple Valley's 18-0 victory over Lansing Christian. (Photo by Perry Hardin) On your marks, get set... Maple Valley's boys and girls track team took part in regionals last weekend and now are preparing for today's SMAA meet at St. Philip. The Barry County meet is also will be run this week, on Thursday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) fl I Maple Valley High out- the softballers, while Kerri scored Lansing Christian by a Dean, Dawn Stine and Casey total margin of 25-2 last Hansbarger collected one Monday to win baseball and apiece. Kuemple's 2 hits each softball contests at the high were doubles, giving her 5 hl. RBI RBI for for the the day. day. Emery Emery had had 33 school. The Lady Lions varsity RBI, Dean and Stine had 2 softball squad won 18-0 over RBI and Evelyn Ackley and their Pilgrim counterparts, Tara Stewart dive in one run collecting all the runs on just each. Ackley was also the .7 hits. Maple Valley's varsity winning pitcher, allowing no baseball team won 7-2 thanks hits, striking out 2 and to an 11-strikeout performance walking just 1. Guenther by pitcher Jared Osborne. Coach Janette Emery and Jenny Middlestaedt's baseball team Kuemple each had 2 hits for also received a gem of a pitching from Osborne. Hisouting 11 strikeouts seemed the spur the Lions' offense. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings Vol. 125-No. 21 — Tuesday, May 27, 1997 Nashville Summerfest plans proceeding nicely by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Nashville's first ever Sum­ merfest is just a month away and organizers are busy plan­ ning games for adults and children, lots of displays, loads of food and, of course, lots of prizes. It’s all on the calendar for the last weekend of June, be­ ginning with a dance on Fri­ day night and then two days packed with activities all over town. Perhaps one of the biggest attractions is the fact that many of the activities planned are with families in mind. While dad is off looking at the sportsmen's displays, playing basketball or trying his hand at horseshoes, mom may want to take in the craft show, and visit the block long bake sale choosing some goodies to take home. Meanwhile there is loads of fun planned for kids. "This is going to be a really big carnival, all geared toward kids," said organizer, Kevin Rost. "From toddlers just old enough to walk right on up, they will all have a great time!" Some of those activities in­ clude a three-legged race, sack races, a balloon pop, water throws, and lots of songs and dances. Then there is the trea­ sure hunt. "The treasure hunt should be a lot of fun," said Rost. "Kids will hunt for $100 worth of nickels and once found, there is another game that with some skill and a lot of practice, they could go home with some pretty big prizes." Among those prizes are lit­ tle tike toys on display at the Southern Shoe and Boot Company on Main Street. And the other game? Youngsters all will have a turn to pitch that nickel into a boat, and if a good aim, there is probably a prize awaiting them. Another big attraction for both youngsters and adults is the punt, pass and kick con- See Summerfest, P. 2 Plans for the first ever Nashville Summerfest are now underway . There will be something there for everyone, and many events planned expecially for youngsters. There are also a lot of prizes arriving at the Rost residence for the event. Maybe your children will take home one of these prizes that Shawndenae Rost, Hana Hunt and Dustin Jones are trying out!! M.V. High School choral program may be ‘ spared the ax by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter The last senior high choir concert of the 1996-1997 school year was perhaps the best ever, according to many parents who attended last Wednesday evening. Perhaps, they said, because of what they sense is a change in attitude among administra­ tors. Students there had just learned that choir may be part of the curriculum next year, though there has yet to be any formal action by the Board of Education. Larry Lenz said he received the thumbs up from various school board members to year’s schedule. Even more are make the announcement May expected to do so. 20, when he told the high There are also some other school choir class and retiring requirements. Each of the stu­ choral director Carol Kersten dents signing up for choir that the high school class must do so with the under­ would not be dropped next standing that once enrolled, year, as previously announced. they agree to "stick it out" for Along with that announce­ the entire year. There will be ment came a deal of sorts, re­ no end of semester dropouts. "Twenty-five students had quiring that a minimum of 25 students sign up for the pro­ to commit for the entire year," gram next year to keep it go­ stated Lenz late last week. "Some were in my office ing. They, of course, readily again this morning checking agreed, and as of last Thurs­ the schedule, and they have day, a tentative class list indi­ more than met the require­ cated that already 30 students ments." Lenz went on to say that had been in to change next band director Dennis Vanderhoef is playing an active role in the reinstatement, agreeing to give up his conference hour each day to teach the high school choir class. "He will, of course, be compensated for that hour," said Lenz. "But we are still eliminating one full-time po­ sition." Why the change of heart? Most involved with the choir program and who attended the last school board meeting May 5 will remember the room full of angry parents and See Choral program P. 10 This concert was filled with some very special music. Among the highlights was a solo performed by Julia Draper. In This Issue. Wednesday was the last Choir Concert for the 1996-1997 school year and the last ever for retiring Director Carol Kersten. There is good news however, administrators have announced that high school choir will be reinstated for next year. • Cantrells To Close Country Kettle Restaurant • Two Maple Syrup Making Veterans Honored by Association • Baccalaureate Services Will Be Held Locally May 29 • FFA Gives Fuller St. Students ‘Down On The Farm’ Experience �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 2 SQWWfffiFEST PLANNED, continued from front page test.’ ■ J -r like. While there are many activi­ For a, dollar, contestants of all ages can try thfeir hand and ties going on all weekend that maybe go home with a T- don't require any reservations ahead of time, there are some shirt. "We will even let the kids that do, and time is running try this one at no charge as out. One such event is the co-ed many times as they wish," said Rost. "They will have to softball tournament. Because pay the dollar if they want to of the need to schedule fields try for the T-shirt, but they to keep things moving along, play along just for fun if they those who are part of a team or who want to organize a team for the event need to so quickly. Deadline for entry is June 21 (just three weeks away) and forms are now available. Those wishing to play can clip the form right out of this week's newspaper and return it to Kevin Rost at 307 Fuller St. in Nashville. Cost for the softball tour­ nament is $110 per team and GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. HOMETOWN] Z j t LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be post । i checks should be made payable to Clowns Dream­ land. Winners will be sporting a T-shirt following the games, and all of the proceeds from this event, like others will go to fund various children's pro­ grams throughout the com­ munity. "All of this is to help the kids," said Rost. "Money will See Summerfest, P. 3 Nashville's friendly family restaurant with family prices. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Jack & Judy’s Country I will sing with joy because of you. . 113 Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1551 Kettle Caf< I will sing praise to you, Almighty God. For a Fair Deal on a New or Used Car or Truck GOOD NEWS BIBLE Psalm 9:2 First Corinthians 15:33 nly what’s done for Christ will last. TEAM DIME AYAYAVAWAW. Nashville, Mich. CHEVROLET . OLDSMOBILE 852-0882 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Charlotte Trowbridge Service • LAWN MOWER CENTER ■ 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 North Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852*2005 Basketball fans need not feel left out. A three-on-three tournament is also scheduled and the schedule is filling up fast. Each team must pay a $25 entry fee and the deadline for entry is also June 21. Those Good Music Can Be A Blessing : .219 S. State St. who wish to play are asked to complete and return their reservations as soon as possi­ ble. Rost has involved many or­ ganizations in this first Summerfest event., but more volunteers are needed. Any group or organization that would like to take part in any of the scheduled activities, go to Clowns Dreamland, Ju­ nior Pro basketball, Floor Hockey, Little League and so on— .II Dick Tobias It doesn’t. matter If you are an accomplished musician or if you: just'I® to sing in the shower ~ music is a woriderfut thing. It seems that whenever we are singing, playing or hstening togood music, we somehow become less anxious. To help relax jhelr patients, medieal and dental offices often play what is commonly called ueievator music”- vSome people with A^h^m^s-::disCi^e':w^o''C^OO;OB^h^ bctt their -own family members, can still singtha oidsohgs In the Bible; the CS^te^tament contains a book of Psalms with 150 spiritual son gs and poems used ip worship and praise God. Music should be an important part of our lives, and a persou is blessed who eujota singteg tune or/praising? the lord. ,< 2 517-543-0200 LEROY SLEEPER Call Toll-Free 1-800-752-7700 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. □ WOLEVER'S REAL ESTATE ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER RES. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 (517) 726-0637 LOCAL CIIUHCII SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ...... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School..... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship .... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............ 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE ! 301 Fuller St., Nashville ^Sunday School....... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH * GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ........... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.............10:00 10:00 a.m.i a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 10:30 a.m. a.m.” Adult Class...................10:50 10:50 a.m. a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.............................. 11 P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service............................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................. 9:45 Sunday School................... 11:15 rev. James l. hynes At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. ’ David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST CYRIL CYRIL ST. CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Church Service.............. 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 3 Cantrells decidie to close local Country Kettle restaurant After more than 15 years in business, Jack and Judy Quantrell will close their local restaurant's doors on June 1 for the last time. Many know the Country Kettle restaurant on Main Street as "the place" to meet after church on Sunday, or a quiet dinner. But it is probably best known as the local coffee shop, where visitors can always get breakfast and catch up on the latest news. Some may be surprised at this decision because it has been only six months since the couple came out of early retirement to give the restaurant one more shot, partly because they missed their friends in town, and thought they needed to keep busy. As it turns out, however, Judy said last week that her primary reason for leaving is health. "I just can't do this like I used to," she said with tears last week. "It is going to be hard, but I've got to slow down." Those who look forward to the breakfast crowd each morning can still stop in, however, the cook will be dif­ ferent, but the company just the same. When those doors open back up on June 2, there will be another familiar face behind the grill, when all will be greeted by Clay from down the street. Rumor has it that many of the familiar faces seen in Judy’s every day will remain there, including every- ™iss more than Jack's cooking- This couple always took time to chat with friends that came into the restaurant. one's favorite waitresses. Main street, in fact, may change drastically, Clay's Dinner Bell, now located next to Mussers Service Station will take over Judy's old spot, to gain more room. His old restaurant will come down eventually, to make "We will be spending much room for some additions to more time on the Manistee Mussers Service Station. River during the summer There isn't much time to months, and our winters will say good-bye to Jack and be in Arizona," she said. "I Judy. The couple is planning will- miss everyone here, to pack up their bags and head Nashville will always be north. home." Last PTO meeting for ‘96-97 School Year this Thursday The last Maple Valley PTO informal. This one will be Meeting is this Thursday held in the Kellogg (May 29) and all parents are Elementary building and will asked to participate in begin at 7pm sharp. wrapping up business for the Those who cannot attend 1996 -1997 school year, and but would like to become an planning for next fall. active part of the organization One of the topic's on this are asked to call Spears at agenda is election of new 852-G987. officers for the organization. Many activities have already been discussed for next fall, but those now active in the organization said that they are in need of new ideas and support from the rest of the community. PTO meetings usually last about an hour, and are Jack has always made a mean omelet and Mert serves them up with a smile. The restaurant will change hands later this week, but Mert will still be there with the coffee pot and a good story to share with customers. 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Cards must be signed by the student and parent. ► ► ► SUMMERFEST SET ► from Page 2— ► have a craft display or can ► cook up something special for the block long bake sale should contact him as soon as possible. "This will take a lot of hands to make everything go smoothly, and will be a lot of fun if everyone can take part in the weekend," he said. "We are always looking for.volunteers." Rost has scheduled several organizational meetings prior to Summerfest, and would welcome participation from area scouts, youth groups, 4­ H clubs and so on. He can be reached at 852-0826. Congratulations ...on graduating from Maple Valley JENNY Love, Mom & Dad Diana’s Place Comer of M-66 and Thornapple Lake Road . Owner: Diana Kuempel • 852-9481 The Maple Valley Youth Sports Association wishes to thank the sponsors, golfers, workers, Davis Pontiac-BuickGMC ofCharlotte and Mulberry Forefor making our 2nd annual golfouting a success. Thank You! Hole-in-one ear Davis-Pontiac-Buick-GMC GREEXSPONSORS MENS TEES WOMENS TEES Grant’s Woodshop Hansbargcr Construction Eaton Federal Savings Bank IB Cabinets & Trim Bear Truss Martin-Thomas Builders Associated Construction TSK Roof Consulting Hunter-Prell Co. McCormick Enterprizes Hamlin’s Quik Stop Hamilton Excavating Poll Realty-Mark Poll Erb Lumber Vermontville Lions Club Stanton’s Maple Valley Implement Dr. Don S. Falik, DDS TSK Roof Consulting L&S Cousins Trucking Outboard Inn Swanson’s Independent Bank Emery’s Adult Foster Care Parkview Adult Foster Care Bilt Best Windows Nancy’s Beauty Shop Ken’s Standard Viele Excavating Boor Prize Donors Richards Studio American Multi-Cinema Inc. Country Kettle Helmuts Kaffeehaus Mar-Jay Collectibles Tobias Insurance Carls Supermarket Vermontville Hardware Vermontville Grocery Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp Mulberry Fore The Feed Store & More Nashville Hardware Dorothy’s Hairstyling Reed Office Supply - Lynn Denton General Cinema Apple Sports Plex Nashville Shell Clays Dinner Bell Nashville Subway Nashville Auto-Value Trumble Agency Vermontville Sugar Hut Outpost Kent Oil and Propane LeHarvey’s TSK Roof Consulting South end The Movie Station Rainman Custom Clubs �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. May 27. 1997 — Poge 4 Two maple syrup making veterans honored by group Don Pixley has spent many years collecting sap and then boiling syrup for the community. He has now passed his knowlleged unto a new generation of volunteers at the sugar shanty in Putnam Park. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Don Pixley and Nelson Brumm, who used to be regu­ lars every spring, at the sugar shanty at Putnam Park, were surprised last week with gifts, including a plaque to remind them that their dedication to maple syrup making will not go unnoticed. All of that tapping and boiling takes several volunteers each year, including Boy Scouts, FFA members and members of the Syrup Association. Two such members received some special recognition last week for many hours of service given to their community. Pixley and Brumm were involved when many of today's volunteers were just youngsters. Both have now had to retire their positions. When visited by Blair Hawbiltz and the Maple Valley News last week, both men shared some of their tapping days with their guests. . Pixley has been at syrup making since 1954, and began as a Boy Scout, spending many hours as the scouts still do, tapping trees and trans­ porting the sap up to the shanty for boiling. Back in those days, however, the pro­ cess was much different than today. "We used to fire up that boiler with wood, and it would bum 24 hours a day!" he said. He added that sap boiling time was not the only time he and fellow scouts were busy helping the Syrup Associa­ tion. Firing up that stove took a lot of work that har- Southern Shoe & Boot Co . Black Wrangler Jeans Are Here! $ *1 4Z95 Women’s Leather Men’s Leather $Q«795 Shop Southern - In Nashville 234 N. Main - Across from Hardware (517) 852-2540 Open M-F 10-6; Sat. 10-3 sibility. In later years, he just con­ tinued to help. After all, he said, there was a lot of work to be done each spring. "I had a lot of fun, and it was something that I could do to support the community," he said. Pixley was always willing to help others who wished to learn the syrup business, like Mike Mead, now an active member of the association. "When I was a kid, Pixley actually taught me how to boil," Mead said. Brumm also began his work many years ago. "Somewhere around 1948 or 49," he said. "I never expected to get recognized like this, but there a lot of things in life that you don't expect!" He is still selling syrup for the association, but at age 92, his tapping days are over. He too got involved, just because they needed help, of­ ten spending all night boiling sap after delivering milk from his dairy during the daytime hours. "I used to go up to help as soon as I was done peddling milk," I'd would have been up there again this year, but the doc says no!" Part of Brumm's fascination with syrup boiling was the never-ending trail of visitors. For many, their stop at Put­ nam Park would be their first experience with the syrup in­ dustry and there would be loads of questions. He shared one story of a visitor from North Africa, who spoke very little English. "A lot ofpeople might have thought that we would have trouble communicating,' he said. "He could hardly speak a word of English. But I do a lot of talking with my hands and it turns out that he did, too. We got along just fine!" Though their'tapping days are over, both Brumm and Pixley now have a plaque on the wall, reminding them that their work won't be forgotten. Hawblitz said that each year there are many others who give their time like these two gentlemen, and all should be commended. "Last year, besides all ofthe work from local scouts, we had 385 hours of community help," he said. "That netted $2,338!" Hawblitz added that all of those proceeds go back to the community, always divided up among various organizations such local churches and food banks. nate to last year," he said. Ben Page, another active member of the association, said that those who don't get involved are missing out on a really rewarding feeling. "Everyone in the community should donate some of their time, like Nelson Brumm, Don Pixley and Blair Hawbiltz have," he said. "It is important to keep this kind of community spirit going." It's hard to believe that it all stemmed from a loan of 900 buckets and just $25 not so long ago. Len Feighner, former editor and publisher of the Nashville News, had brainstormed the idea in 1917. But it wasn't until the early 1940s that John Hamp, former agricultural teacher at Nashville High, became interested and organized the Nashville Development Association. That enterprise which consisted of FFA members, ers, including the Lykins family, donated equipment. "We installed the old evaporator," said Charlie Lykins. "It belonged to Otto Las and he loaned it to the FFA." Lykins remembers that was in 1942. He also reported that enough money was made that first year to purchase the cans needed for the next season. In the years that followed many changes took place. The building that now houses the boiler didn't exist back then, and FFA members have since turned the tapping tasks over to the local Boy Scouts. The same community spirit exists, however, and while Nelson Brumm and Don Pixley are "retiring" their services, they need not worry about the end of an era. The syrup industry in Nashville will most likely be in existence for .many generations to come. TOWNSHIP of CASTLETON BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that as a result of a petition by property owners within the township signed by the recorded owners of land whose area constitutes more than 50% of the total area of the hereinafter described ROGERS ROAD Special Assessment District, and the township board of the Township of Castleton proposes to pave Rogers Road and to create a special assessment for the recovery of the cost thereof by special assess^ ment against the properties benefited therein. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER' NOTICE that the district within which the foregoing improvement is proposed to be constructed and within which the cost thereof is proposed to be assessed is more particularly described as follows: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 of Dull’s Plat No. 1, all of which are adjacent to Rogers Road. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the township board has received an estimated cost of such improve­ ment in the amount of $4,569.00, has placed the same on file with the township clerk and has passed a resolution tentatively declaring its intention to make such improvement and to create the aforementioned Special Assessment District and has further tentatively found the petition for the improvement to be in compliance with statutory requirements. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that said plans, special assessment district and petition may be exam­ iined at the office of the township clerk from the date of this notice until and including the date of the public hearing hereon and may further be examined at such public hearing. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a public hearing upon such petition, district and estimate of cost will be held at the township hall at 915 Reed St., Nashville, Michigan, commencing at 7:00 P.M. on June 4th, 1997. At such hearing, the board will consider any written objections to any of the foregoing matter. Dated May 8,1997 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 5 Leo the Lion’ weaves travel tales for Fuller children by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Leo the Lion, the classroom mascot at Fuller Street Ele- x ^*^121 <Sv*> * %d n. , **j!S ju** fc *sW kk., IBfc|ik Sii u <WS ,®* ^bal^ **k ftsffiitBBj. ’*•»« $ tea, •Mh WaftBuUhi l®tai ^R'Btruf'tai ^«8,it|riain iari iakaiofafli] rass swfiatasW wiDnosi&tlyttia «» Hataffit’. ata. nt ttWPofCASTlilOK cow® OTICEol 'CHEW UKEthet M townSshi^p ^^J’i’i the township ^’’ acatees*1^ Sa^teeSs*1^S SSS Leo now sports a cowboy hat from Texas, shades from Florida and has many gifts unique to other parts of the United States, all used as part of geography lessons in Mrs. Shermans classroom. Baccalaureate services will be held Thursday, May 29 by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter The end of the 1996-1997 school year is fast approach­ ing and with that comes many special events to honor Maple Valley grads. One such event is baccalaureate services, which are scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, May 29, in the high school auditorium. Baccalaureate is a tradition, and this year area clergy have once again joined together to prepare a special program, in­ cluding guest speaker, the Rev. Dan Johnson from Ada. Many will remember last year's services, with guest speaker Dr. Rex Rogers, pres­ ident of Cornerstone College who kept his audience captive throughout the service, and left the graduating class of 1996 with some common sense advice about today's values. He told those grads that young people need to use the resources that God gave them, and that they all have the ability to change the world. "In a world that needs a lot ofwork," he added. Johnson, the youth pastor from Ada Bible Church, promises to be every bit as dynamic as Rogers, according to the Rev. Mark Livingston from Chester Bible Church. He was chosen for the event because of the way he relates to teens. "He really has a heart for «•><> Congratulations ...on graduating from Maple Valley lr<fi TONYA WARD From... Judy & Jack and co-waiting staff 4 J "MiurdrJ MidJ && mentary School, is back. Anyone visiting teacher Norma Sherman's room at Fuller Elementary these days will find Leo back from his travels across the United States, safe and sound, and with a wealth of information. Leo began as just an ordi­ nary stuffed lion, left out for adoption opo at a gge garage se. sale. When Sherman found him, she knew that he would be a great addition to her social studies curriculum and took him home to prepare for the 1996-1997 school year. Now he has become quite a celebrity. "We sent Leo on a little trip this year, with the help of many friends and relatives of my students here a Fuller El­ ementary and the U.S. Postal Service," she said "He has traveled over 5000 miles and shared many experiences with the children." The project began with children helping to search for "host families" for the stuffed lion. Many contacted grand­ parents, aunts or family friends who lived in other states. Leo soon had a vaca­ tion route planned and he was off to his first destination, Ohio. Once arriving there he be­ gan sight seeing, and like with future stops, a letter was Congratulations W.T.B. Tonya Ward Country Kettle Cafe 113 Main St., Nashville 852-1551 HOURS: Nashville’sfriendlyfamily Open 7 days restaurant withfamilyprices 6 a.m.-8 p.nu young people," said the Rev. Mark Livingston from Chester Bible Church. "These teens need to know that there are people who care for them." Many other local clergy will participate in the pro­ gram. Grace Community will provide its sound system and there will be refreshments following the service. Many of Maple Valley's 1997 soon to be graduates also will be on stage and all of the graduates receive a gift again this year. "This year our graduates will be receiving a New Testament, just like last year," said Livingston. "Last year every senior except three took the testaments that were of­ fered after the program. The only reason that those teens did not was because they al­ ready had Bibles," he said. "Many of the teens spoke with Dr. Rogers following the program and had him had Dr. Rogers autograph their Tes­ taments," he said. Livingston on to say that the New Testaments once again will be available for all of the graduates and in their school colors. Jobs Wanted MOW YOUR LAWN: Two brothers looking for lawn work in Nashville/Vennontville area. Best prices. Call 852-9046 WHISPERING WINDS DAY CARE has openings. Easy access off Lawrence Hwy (M-79). Please call Karen 543-3536 or Faith 541-0049. Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread, phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691 Here is Leo with some of his close friends in Mrs, Shermans Classroom. These three students, Shannon Royston, Garrett VanEngen and LeAnn Paxton all helped to find host families for the classroom mascot before he began his journey this year. written back home by his host family. "I learned that Ohio isn't a whole lot different than Michigan" he wrote in his first letter. "They have great candy called buckeyes." With each letter back home, the class had a little geogra-. phy lesson, discussed histori­ cal events in that state, and practiced good writing habits by sending a thank you letter on to Leo's host family. There soon were letters to Virginia, Tennessee, Arkansas, Florida, Texas Col­ orado and then northern Michigan. With each stop, there was a different family, a new agenda, more letters, pho­ tographs and lots of little gifts. There were visits to many historical markers, and each host family took Leo along to church and to school, where he managed to pass quite a bit along to those back in Nashville. "He even went to a school in Virginia where Thomas Jef­ ferson's grandson attended in the 1800s," said Sherman By the time he had returned back home just two weeks ago, he had acquired fossils, fool’s gold, lots of postcards, a real Texas cowboy hat, and students in Sherman's room swear that he has an excellent Florida tan. Leo now spends most of his time at his own desk in the comer of Sherman's class­ room, accompanied by a scrapbook full of adventures, which are discussed by class­ mates on a regular basis. Next year he may be off an another trip, with many new lessons to share with children at Fuller Elementary. Congratulations To our granddaughters No. 2 and 3 Bess Ann Martin and Tara Stewart and their classmates on graduating from Maple Valley High School on June 1st, 1997. You’re a great Senior Class! 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It is a new concept, in­ volving businesses through­ out the district in preparing today's students for the work place. These preparations be- gjn in elementary school, and because many students today this year's mentoring program don’t go on to college, it is important that such a program was the first step. After an introduction last be initiated to prepare them November, the School to for the work place. "We are now working on Work team, including Dennis Vanderhoef and Sheryl both college and trade skills," McLean, asked for community said McLean. "The skills re­ leaders and their employees to quired in the work place today get involved for one hour a are much different than every week, volunteering their time before." McLean outlined three to read with an elementary student. The goal was to im­ components of the new con­ prove reading habits, and build cept "The first is team playing," self esteem in youngsters. In their introduction of the she explained. "These students plan, Vanderhoef and McLean need to leant to make wise de­ told those present at the first cisions when working with School to Work meeting that others." Each volunteer was rewarded with a certificate and a pin, not to mention the personal satisfaction one gets from helping a youngster. Still Is. We’re not a big impersonal corporation headquartered in a far distant city or foreign country. We’re a family. And, like you, we make decisions that suit our community...not necessarily someone else’s.. We think that makes a great difference in the care and service we offer the families who come to us. 100% Localfamily owned. 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Component number three is problem solving. ’’These kids need to learn personal management and problem solving," he said. "Things that are necessary, like punching a time clock and keeping an appointment, they need to learn how to be dependable employees." Vanderhoef went on to ex­ pound on the effect of each of these components. He be­ lieves that work-based learn­ ing is especially important because many of today's stu­ dents don't think that reading and writing is important if not planning for a college-based career. He used farming as an example. "They may not think that they need math to be a farmer," he said. "But what about figuring the acreage in a field?" The two convinced area businesses that their help was needed to instill the values needed to be successful in any type of business early on. Many area merchants began volunteering their time, and allowing their employees to do the same while "on the clock." The once a week, oneon-one time with favorite books have improved reading habits, but more importantly have helped improve self es­ teem and build confidence in these students. During last week’s banquet Sheryl McLean talked about the importance of such volun­ teers, and commended the community for the support over the last semester. She had made several contacts be­ fore implementing the mentor program and was pleased with the results. ”1 began planting those seeds last summer," she said. "We needed many volunteers to make this work. It all tran­ "spired beautifully! She also shared a poem about volunteers, one that had spe­ cial meaning to her. Her par­ ents had volunteered for vari­ ous organizations over the years, one of which is the American Cancer Society. Now her fatheris Nowher father is critically ill with cancer. As she read the poem it was obvious that it also touched the hearts of all those volunteers present. Sheryl McLean had planned a very special evening for both students and mentors. Many of the children went home with a new book to read of the summer. The favorite seemed to be the newest edition of Goosebumpsl "Many will be shocked to lawed. find when the day ofJudgment But afinger snap will bring nears, Cool drinks and gourmet that there's a special place dinners, in heaven, and rare treatsfitfor a king. set asidefor volunteers. You ask, who'll serve these Furnished with big recliner. privilegedfew, Satin couches and foot­ and work for all they're stools, worth? Where there's no committee Why all those who reaped chairman, the benefits, No group leaders or car And not once volunteered pools. on earth." No eager team that needs a coach, no bazaar or bake sale. Many of the students also There will be nothing to expressed their appreciation. They talked about the new staple Not a thing tofold or mail. Telephone lists will be outContinued next page— "Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page — friendships that they had built with these adult volunteers over the past few months. "I had a lot of fun," said Julie Hoffman. "I can read bet­ ter and I got to share some­ thing. She is a real friend." Others said that they looked forward to "their" special day each week, a time that made them feel special. "I really like Tuesdays," said Billy Ackley. "And work­ ing with Cherie Andler with the flash cards." And while many had only one day a week to work with a student, one area couple went above and beyond the call of duty, giving time several days each week and hoping to carry the mentoring process on through the summer. Lloyd and Elise Wolever took on eight students, and they said the personal rewards for them were remarkable. Be­ sides several comments from their new "friends," the couple received several hugs. Lloyd had been a mentor for Vanessa Faurot. "I like the way he helped me learn how to say words that are hard for me," Vanessa said. And Beth Loucks, one of Elise's students added "Elise taught me to take my time and look the words over." This mentoring program will continue next fall, and the next step of the school to work program will be imple­ mented. "Mentoring, on the elemen­ tary level is the first portion of this program," explained Vanderhoef to those present at the banquet. "Next fall we will implement job shadow­ ing at the junior high level." The job shadowing pro­ gram, designed to give stu­ dents a "hands-on" experience with a career path that they seem interested in, will require help from various local busi­ nesses and entrepreneurs. Students will be placed in the care of such a volunteer HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open dally. 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, May 31 • 2-5 PM Directions: Ionia Rd. N. to M-50 to M-43, W. to Saubee, N. to homes. HOSTESSES: JOAN SHANAFELT & ASSOCIATES 3 LOVELY HOMES 3 STICK BUILT BARNS 2 POLE BARNS 85 ACRE FARMLAND mrr LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, full basement, plus 2-car pole barn with workshop on 2 acres. $113,000. (RE110JS) There were door prizes, awards and special thank you's to those who mentored students this year at Maple Valley. One of the best parts of the evening however according to the students was the pizza! many thanks to Jack DeGroot and his crew at Goodtime who made sure everyone went home full! for a day. That volunteer will involve them in all aspects of his or her daily routine at work, and talk about their job responsibilities. "These students need to pre­ pare themselves for what's ahead," said Vanderhoef, "and be able to make that transition from school onto careers." Though Maple Valley Cirriculm Director, Potter could not be at the dinner, she has done much of the behind the scenes work to get the mentor program off the ground and make preparations for next years job shadowing program. "It is wonderful that the community is developing a partnership with the school for this program," she said. "And obviously it is a benefit to the kids. The more parents and community become involved the higher the success rate at school!" Vanderhoef and McLean now seek volunteers for mentoring and job shadowing for the 1997-1998 school year. Those area businesses who would like To volunteer their time are asked to contact them. Dennis Vanderhoef can be reached at 852-9275 and Sheryl McLean at 726-0600. Poyer to attend leadership program Bethany Poyer, a sophomore at Maple Valley High School, will be attending the Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation Leadership seminar which is being held on the campus of Northwood University in Midland. The seminar is scheduled for May 29, 30, and 31. The Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation (HOBY) is a pro­ gram that encourages civic and corporate responsibility and develops leadership in young people. Each May HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. schools throughout the state nominate one outstanding sophomore to be their “Am­ bassador” to the seminar. Student have an opportunity to interact with distinguished leaders from business, science, education, govern­ ment and other professions. The forums include a great variety of topics and provide opportunities for questions and answer sessions. Sophomores are chosen for this experience, because they are at an age when setting future goals is critical. All financial support for HOBY comes from the private sector and service organizations. This year, over 400 “Ambassadors” will be attending the two seminars conducted in Michigan. Na­ tionally, more than 14,000 students will be attending one of HOBY’s 90 seminars. These three day events are be­ ing held in all 50 states, Canada and Mexico. Thank You CARD OF THANKS THANK YOU! A big thank you to our wonderful family for honoring us on our 50th Wedding Anniversary with an open house. Thanks also to family, church and friends who attended. Your presence, cards and gifts were gratefully received. This was a special time in our lives. Thank you for making it even more wonderful by sharing in ourjoy. 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(CM604DB) When you list your home with Horizon & Assoc. Inc., your home is advertised in 10 counties and 7 different publications. We advertise in the following papers for broader coverage for our clients: Has­ tings Reminder, Maple Valley News, Grand Ledge Independent, Charlotte Shopping Guide. We advertise daily in Clinton, Ingham, Eaton, and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Mont­ calm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 8 FFA gives Fuller Street kids Mown on the farm’experience Fuller Elementary students projects right to the school as got some "down on the farm" part of the elementary buildexperience recently, thanks to ing's "Food for America" proMaple Valley FFA members. ject. And, though the weather The youngsters didn't have A to go far, as many of the high was anything but cooperative school FFA members volun-that afternoon, more than 400 teered to take their livestock youngsters braved the cold and One of the highlights of the afternoon were pony rides! The cowboy that you see in this picture is Dan Cook who helped many youngsters into the saddle. • NOTICE • May 31st will be the Village of Nashville’s Cleanup Day. FREE certificates to use at the Village Transfer Recycle Station will be available for Village residents only. For more information, call the Village office at 852-9544. Nashville Village Council for some hugs. There were even two ponies saddled and ready to share some time with each of the little ones who wished to climb on their backs. Another highlight of the af­ ternoon was a make believe ride on the tractor. Many chil­ dren climbed on the seat, and started their pretend engines. Many of the FFA students said that dispite the rain, their day at Fuller Street was a lot of fun. "The rain was really bad," joked Joe May. "But the smiles on the kids faces made Photo Processing Double Prints Now at Special Low Price ALL WEEK! 12 Exposure Roll.. $ 2.29 15 Exposure Roll.. $ 2.79 24 Exposure Roll.. $ 4.29 36 Exposure Roll.. $ 6.29 From 126, 110, disc or 35mm full frame color print film ( C-41 process ). Exclude 4" prints. Not Available With Advanced Photo System the event. The whole concept, accord­ ing to FFA Advisor Janet Cornell was to end the year with a fun activity, and those who participated had such a good time that they want to make the petting zoo an an­ nual event. "The chapter used to do*this type of thing on a yearly ba­ sis," she said. "Then it went by the way side." She added, "This was the first such experience for some of our newer FFA members and we plan to be back next year!" Those who are not person­ ally involved in the FFA pro­ gram may not realize the work that goes into the livestock and crop projects. Many pro­ jects will be carried on through the summer months. It also takes a lot of help from outside sources to make an event like the petting zoo successful. Hands are needed to transport animals, set up make shift pens and then clean up when done. Some of the resources needed come from outside ofthe FFA chapter. Chapter reporter Loren Wright said that Bob Siple, Jamie Davis. Roy Sebastian and Mike Cook for helped out. Many of those individuals donated time and in some in­ stances animals for this event. Once the FFA Petting Zoo was underway the area behind the school resembled a small farm. There were livestock trailers, a tractor, and lots of critters for children to see and touch. Real Estate ANTRIM COUNTY: 4.92 Beautiful Acres with bulldozed clearing. Ideal camping spot' Close to State Land. $9,900, $500 down, $130/mo, 11% Land Contract. 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McLean reported that Mitch Watts of URS Greiner would personally handle the design for our bond project if we so desire. After discussion, it was the consensus of the board to remain with Greiner. Beverley Black discussed the EISD joint special education waiver requests which will be sub­ mitted to the Department of Ed. Tammy Christensen, Jerry Sessions and Tate Mix volunteered to serve on the School-to-Work committee. 7. It was the unanimous decision of the board to add approval of election inspectors for the June 9, 1997 Annual Election as item #8 under New Business. 8. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to approve the resolution to accept enrollment of non-resident students living within the EISD for the 1997-98 school year under the schools of choice op­ tion. Motion carried 7-0. 9. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Christensen to approve administrators' recommenda­ tions for continued second year probation for Lachelle Haigh and Maureen Cooper. Motion carried 7-0. 10. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Montgomery to deny the request of Melissa Felmlee to release her children to attend Hastings Area Schools for the 1997-98 school year. Motion car- Minutes of Regular Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Board of Education High School Library • Monday, May 12, 1997 • 7:00 p.m. Present: J. Krolik, President; J. Sessions, Secretary; A. Avery; M. Callton; T. Christensen; T. James; A. Montgomery. 1. The meeting was called to order by President Krolik at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for atten­ dance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Black, Hartenburg, Hynes, Lenz, McLean, Potter and Powers. 2. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Avery to approve the minutes of the April 21, 1997 regular meeting was presented. Motion carried 7-0. 3. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Sessions to pay the bills in the amount of $54,147.96 from the general fund. Motion carried 7-0. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Christensen to pay the bills in the amount of $8,022.50 from the enhancement fund. Motion carried 7-0. 4. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Callton to transfer $226,479.63 for the 4/25/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 7-0. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Montgomery to transfer $230,681.05 for the 5/9/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 7-0. 5. Communications: Supt. McLean noted that two letters had been received from students concerning elimination of the music program. Avery reported ★ ★ ATTENTION* * Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointment for a check on your equipment so you’re ready for Spring. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. 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He told the Maple Valley News last Thursday that there were no plans for any additional music teachers, and that budget cuts for next year would still stand. He also said at this point that the change in high school cur­ riculum regarding music had not been placed on any future agenda for the school board. Maple Valley News inter­ viewed some of the high school students who were af­ fected by the original decision to drop choir and then the an­ nouncement that it would be reinstated. Amanda Finkler, who was among the students who at­ tended that board meeting said that she now has mixed emo­ tions. jeff Dobbins Auto Service, Inc. MASTER AUTO M TECHNICIAN We Do It AH... • Exhaust •Shocks • Brakes • Clutches • Batteries • 4WD Service • Suspension • Computer System • Tune-Ups • Electrical Service • Alignments • Fuel Injection Systems •Air Conditioning; • New Radiators • Engine Repair • Engines Rebuilt or Used • Transmission Repair ACDefco Wa are Your Source for AC Delco Parts N 1847 E. 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A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to approve the resolution appointing Susie Butler (chairperson), Nancy Byrd, Junia Jarvie and Lorna Wilson in precinct #1; and Sharon Stewart (chairperson), Janice Baker, Patty Cooley and Marcia Grant in precinct #2 as election inspectors for the June 9, 1997 Annual Election. Motion carried 7-0. 15. A motion was made by Callton and supported by Sessions to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 7-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION (100) continued from front page "After talking with Mr. V. (Vanderhoef), I’m really ex­ cited about next year here at the high school," she said. "He is talking about four dif­ ferent shows with costumes. I am really going to miss Mrs. Kersten though. I have been with her now for 11 years. Her first year here at Maple Valley I was just a kindergart­ ner." Finkler went on to com­ ment on the decision to drop the full-time teaching posi­ tion, which would eliminate any elementary music. "I just don’t think that it’s fair," she said. "They enjoy music and now will miss out on the fundamentals, that could cause the high school program to fall apart down the road." Nicole Wilson agreed, "We have our choir back, but I feel sorry for the little kids. They enjoy the class as much as we do." Wilson has had only two years of high school choir at Maple Valley, but as a former student at Lansing Waverly, she had been involved seven years prior. She also takes private voice lessons. Rachael Brown said that the board's decision to reinstate the choir program really came as a surprise to her. "I was quite amazed that the board actually listened to us," she said. "I guess an appear­ ance at their meeting helped a lot. But I'm not happy about the decision to cut elementary music. They shouldn't have done that." Following the roller coaster of events, it was time for the last concert of the year and Carol Kersten's last time on the Maple Valley auditorium stage. "These kids sounded won­ derful," she said in tears fol­ lowing that performance. 'Tm really going to miss them." The evening included many difficult selections, including the medley from "Les Miserables" containing more than 30 pages of music, a duet per­ formed by Rose Butcher and Amanda Finkler, and a solo performed by Julia Draper. There were also presenta­ tions of awards. Among those honored were first-year stu­ dents Shiloh Beals, Rachael Brown, Elaine Cook, Julia Draper, Emilie Gould, Terri Jones, Wendy Merica, Lateshia Ward, LeAnne Ward and Jody McKelvey. Second-year awards were given to Rose Butcher, Erin Carney, Trisha Johnson, Sun­ shine Landon, Tia Poll, Jamie Root, Sara Thompson and Nicole Wilson. Third-year awards included Amanda Finkler, Jessica Gilmore, Tomi Jo Sealy, Amy Parish, Megann Patrick, Samantha Smith, Keischa Strimback and the choir's only baritone, senior David Stephens. Though the auditorium was filled with well wishers, there were no school administrators or members of the. Board of Education in the audience, which angered some parents. "These kids are doing such a goodjob. They sounded really great tonight. Why don't they get the support that they de­ serve from administrators?" said Ted Wilson. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: May 27 — Middle Managers Meeting — Extension Office at 7 p.m. May 29 — Goat Fitting and Showing Workshops, call 948-8603. May 29 — Non-Livestock Develomental Committee Meeting, 6: 30 p.m. at the Extension Office. May 31 — Barry County 4-H Rabbit Show, 8:30 a.m., barry County Fairgrounds. June 2 — Barry County Homemakers, 1:30 p.m., Extension Office. June 2 — Cat Fitting and Showing Workshop, 7 p.m. at the Expo Center. June 2 — Shooting Sports Fair Competition Pre-Registration due, forms available at the Extension Office. June 2 — Fancy Feathers club meeting at the Expo Building at 7: 00 p.m. June 4 — Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Expo Center. June 7 — Barrel Painting Project, pick up barrels at the Expo Center between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. June 12 — Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. Until further notice, as ofFriday, May 30,1997, the Exten­ sion Office will be closed from 12:00 to 1:00. Serving Hastings and the surrounding area. 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (616) 945-0193 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. May 27, 1997 — Page 11 Marion Hamilton to celebrate 80th birthday Obituaries Martin H. Voshell RENO, NEVADA - Martin H. Voshell, age 64, of Reno, Nevada, formerly of the Sunfield area, passed away Friday, May 23,1997 at Veter­ ans Hospital, Battle Creek. Mr. Voshell was born August 17, 1932 in Oelwein, Iowa, the son of Myron and Flossie (Wilcox) Voshell. He served in the Marines during the Korean War as an Airplane Mechanic. Mr. Voshell married Donna Hausch, marriage ended in divorce. He owned and operated the Mobil Gas Station in Sunfield and sold and repaired lawn mowers from there. He was a Bolens Lawn Representative for 20 years. Mr. Voshell was a loving father and enjoyed repairing small engines. He was preceded in death by his sister, Bernice and a StuiSJSj StiSJS Stui StuiSJ'Sj JSJJik'Ssj &!S2* &*!S2* 0«wi«|j ^taT"*1 stiiu Dini ^R1! tan Strati W^tb,tdmi pityt aktataj-tatfei CaftifatSCT^I^i UMWutltaBl^ lit tan Ofc Eli pfMItyri* Lwimi1 s» VW***’ brother, Melvin. Mr. Voshell is survived by five daughters, Kathy Johnson of Lakeview, Tamie Halit will of Nashville, Cheryl Tracer of Lake Odessa, Gail Richardson of Sunfield and Roxanne Bart­ lett of Ohio; two sons, Allan Voshell of Lake Odessa and Sieve Voshell of Nashville; twelve grandchildren, Shianne, Jennifer, Christopher, Kyle, Brandon, Lexus, Ronnie, Chad, Bryant, Lindsay, Jonathon and Julia; two sisters, Marion Carpenter of Lansing and Hazel Kissee of Harrison; Aunt Fern and one brother, Harley Voshell of Massachusetts. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Margaret J. Hoffman---------- NASHVILLE - Margaret J. Hoffman, age 68, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 1997 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. She was born on July 12, 1928 in Battle Creek, the daughter of Fred and Dorothy (Paddock) Hill. She was raised in the Dowling, Leonidas and Colon areas. She attended Colon area schools. She married Merton Hoff­ man on July 9, 1985. She had lived at her present address since 1985. She was employed at the Kellogg Company in Battle Creek for 28 years, re tin ng in 1985. She had previously worked for Middleville Engi­ neering for a few years. Mrs. Hoffman enjoyed fish­ ing and hunting. She is survived by her husband, Merton; one daughter, LuAnn (Carl) Potter on Nashville; one grandson, Thomas Owen Brands Kevin Potter of Hastings; two step-sons, Lyle Hoffman of Mr. Brands was preceded in Hastings and Gordon Hoffman SUNFIELD Thomas Owen Brands, age 60, of death by his father, Owen of Nashville; nine stepgrandchildren and nineteen Sunfield, went home to be with Webb Brands. the Lord on Saturday, May 17, He is survived by his wife, step-great grandchildren. 1997. Phyllis of 37 years; four childFuneral services were held He was bom November 9, ren, Tom Brands, Jr. of Friday, May 23, 1997 at Wren 1936 in Owosso, the son of Sunfield, Richard (Sandy) Funeral Home in Hastings. Owen and Alice Brands. Brands of Ionia, Jean (Cecil) Reverend De Ann J. Dobbs Shortly there after his Kirchen of Mulliken and officiated. Burial took place at parents moved to Sunfield, Marcia (Barry) McIntyre of The Dowling Cemetery. Memorial contributions operating the Sun Valley Court Grand Ledge; ten grandchil­ Motel and Resaurant As a dren; two great grandchildren; may be made to the Barry young man he worked at the his mother, Alice Brands of Community Hospice or to the Sunfield Farmers Elevator for Sunfield; aunts, uncles, charity of one’s choice. several years. At this time he cousins, brother and sister-in­ met Phyllis E. Gage Potter. laws and many good friends. They were married on Febru­ Funeral services were held ary 12, 1960. Phyllis had two Wednesday, May 21, 1997 at young daughters which he the Sunfield United Methodist For Sale accepted as his own. Church. Reverend Harris In June of 1964 they moved Hoekwater officiated. Inter- FISH FOR STOCKING: Giant to Sunfield. For a short time he ment was held in Sunfield hybrid bluegills, rainbow trout, walleye, largemouth and smallworked at Ledge Industries of Cemetery Arrangements were made mouth bass, catfish, perch, Grand Ledge. In 1973 he g began working for Roberts by the Rosier Funeral Home, fathead minnows. LAGGIS* Mapes-Fisher Chapel, FISH FARM, 08988 35th St., Sinto Corporation also of Gobles, MI 49055. Sunfield. Grand Ledge as a painter. 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Marion will be celebrating with her family on her birth­ day. She would enjoy hearing from her friends as well. Her address is: 324 Shepard, Charlotte, MI 48813. Subscribe TODAY! Cordrays celebrate 50th William and Neva (Ball) Cordray will celebrate their 50th anniversary on June 8, 1997. An open house will be hosted in their honor on June 8. 1997; from 1 -5 p.m. at the Maple Leaf Grange Hall, M-66, four miles south of Nashville, by their children Suzanne (Gene) Willison, Ruth Ann (Gene) Reid, Mark (Linda) Cordray, Mike (Penny) Cordray, Don (Lori) Cordray. Please no gifts, your presence is the best gift of all. Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. cwl.945-9554 The Hastings Banner You don't under­ stand anything until you learn it more than one way. —Marvin Minsky The investigation of the meaning of words is the beginning of educa­ tion. —Antislhenea Hughes celebrate 25th Leonard and Juliet Hughes are celebrating 25 years of marriage. They were married on May 25, 1972. An open house hosted by their three daughters, Tracy, Heather, and Hope, was held Sunday afternoon on May 25, 1997 in Nashville. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 12 Maple Valley softball team begins districts with offensive punch School Lunch Menu Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Monday, June 2 Scrambled eggs, salad, fruit, sandwich, 1/2 pint milk. Tuesday, June 3 Cooks choice entree, vegetable, fruit, sandwich, 1/2 pint milk. Wednesday, June 4 Cooks choice entree, vegetable, fruit, sandwich, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, June 5 School A.M. Only, Breakfast Served. Friday, June 6 School A.M. Only, Breakfast Served. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Maplewood Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, May 28 Nacho, pizza, green beans, Wednesday, May 28 fruit cocktail, cherry Chicken patty, whipped coffeecake. potatoes, apple crisp. Thursday, May 29 Thursday, May 29 Salad, goulash, broccoli Tuna noodle casserole, and cheese sauce, peach cup, sweet potatoes, applesauce, fortune cookie. roll, margarine, salad bar. KFriday, May 30 Good Time Pizza, potato Pizza. Friday, May 30 wedge, applesauce, cookie. Tacos, lettuce, cheese, Tex Monday, June 2 Mex rice, peaches, bread, Cook’s Choice. margarine. Tuesday, June 3 Monday, June 2 Cook’s Choice. Burritos/sauce, green Note: Breakfast includes: m ilk, fruit or juice, beans, applesauce, bread, bread/cereal product. Choice margarine. Tuesday, June 3 of main entree daily, seconds Ham/cheese sub, chips, apon vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served ple, ice cream cup, no salad with rolls to lower fat content, bar. NOTE — Choice of lowfat low fat dressings will be white milk served with each offered. meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) — ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE need approximately July, August & September Call 616/374-8837 ...for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. Dawn Stine makes a tag out play at second base for Maple Valley in varsity softball action on May 20. Barry County COA lunch menu and events planned Wednesday, May 28 Stuffed pork rollover, squash, Oriental blend, dinner roll, margarine, cake. Thursday, May 29 Chefs salad, ham, turkey, cheese, lettuce, celery, tomato, dinner roll, margarine, fresh fruit. Friday, May 30 Chefs choice. Events Wednesday, May 28 — Hastings, foot care, blood pressure day, crafts; Nashville, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, birthday arty. Thursday, May 29 — Hastings, sing-a-long; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, May 30 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, bir­ thday party. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU ‘Peafate, Be&t, Quest JO 'fyecvtd, Kim Pennington (13) was just one of many softballers who met the ball quite well during the last week. Maple Valley's varsity softball team closed out its regular season by five of its last eight games. The Lady Lions opened the eight-game stretch with 23-15 win over Bellevue on May 15. Maple Valley clubbed out 20 hits in Game 1 with Dawn Stine leading with a homerun and 5 RBI. Other multiple hit performers were Kerri Dean (2 hits', 3 RBI), Janette Emery (2 hits, 2 triples and 4 RBI), Tara Stewart (3 hits, 2 RBI), Jenny Kuemple (3 hits) and Bess Ann Martin (2 hits). Another decisive victory, 16-5, was captured on May 19 and this time the opponent was Olivet. Three Valley hitters had more than one hit in the 11- Business Services your j JOB IS your CREDIT IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: —I Bankruptcy EASY TERMS Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be tn The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 _________ & Ask for Ken Today BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE. $20.00perroom, 2 room minimum. All pre-spray’s included. Any room over 250sq.ft considered 2 rooms. Stain resistant and pet odor removal available. Furniture moving included. We have a full-line of services available. Cars, boats & R.V.’s. Furniture cleaning includes stain resistant re-applied at no extra charge. We serve Lake Odessa and Hastings areas. 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Maple Valley managed just 7 hits in the second contest versus the Tigers, but still pulled out a victory. Dean, Kuemple and Martin each managed 2 hits in Game 2 with St. Phil. The Lady Lions lost a couple of close ones to Leslie on May 22. Leslie won 11-10 and 9-8. Kuemple was the only hitter to gam 2 hits in the opener with the Black Hawks. Hawks Stine had 2 hits in the second 1-run defeat. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 13 Barry track meet includes record setting performances overall champion for 1997. Here is a list of the winners. Check this week's Hastings Banner for a more in depth look at the meet: 3200 — Zac Taylor (Delton) 10:29.45; 800 — Kevin Cooney (Hastings) 2:04.42; 1600 — Hastings 3:29.95; Shot Put — Ed Youngs BOYS (Hastings) 50.07.50; High 3200 Relay — Hastings Jump — Ed VanDerMolen 8:35.94; 100 — Josh Lindsey (Hastings) 6-06; Pole Vault (Hastings) 11.50; 1600 — — Troy McCarty (Delton) 12­ Ryan Hesselink (Middleville) 0; Discus — Soloman 4:42.06; 400 — Devan Endres Radcliff (Lakewood) 125-09; (Hastings) 51.50); 110 hurdles Long Jump — Troy McCarty — Nathan DeBoer (Delton) 21-0. (Middleville) 16.06); 800 GIRLS Relay — Hastings 1:32.37; Shot Put — Jenna Shook 400 Relay — Delton 45.22; (Middleville) 36-0; Long 300 hurdles t— John Bauer Jump — Kim Cole (Delton) (Lakewood) 41.42; 200 — 16-01; Discus — Jenna Paul Finney (Delton) 22.76; Shook (Middleville) 117-08; High Jump — Teri Sessions (Maple Valley) 5-0; 3200 Relay — Delton 10:33.70; 100 — Laura Reed (Middleville) 12.70; 1600 — Jessi Davis (Middleville) 5:23.97; 400 — Ann Glidden (Delton) 1:04.39; 100 Hurdles — Andrea Dreyer (Hastings) 15.32; 800 Relay — Middleville 1:50.88; 400 Relay — Hastings 51.16; 300 Hurdles — Andrea Dreyer 48.92; 800 — Mary Henson (Delton) 2:26.59; 3200 — Jessi Davis (Middleville) 12:07.08; 200 — Laura Reed (Middleville) 26.55; 1600 Relay — Delton 4:20.89. Marin Smith and Nicole Wilson made a good exchange at the Barry County track and field meet last Thursday. Track and field athletes from Middleville was the victor Maple Valley was fourth with five area schools took part in with 110 points, Delton 37 and Lakewood tallied 25 the Barry County meet on wound up second with 85, 1/2 points. Hastings was tabbed as the Hastings had 74 1/2 points, May 22 at Hastings High. A beautiful sunny day helped the top records to set wins in track over Pilgrims records as they prepared for the State meet next Saturday. The Lions recently ran past the high hurdles (16.4) and the Hastings won the boys the Pilgrims in boys track and 300 hurdles (42.7), Andy event with 126 points, Delton field action. Patrick in the 100 (12.0), was second with 113, Individual winners for Gould in the 800 (2:18.9) and Middleville was third with 56, Maple Valley were Darwin Robb Rosin in the 1600 Lakewood finished fifth with Cheeseman in the discus (128­ (4:57.50). 37 and Maple Valley scored 3 1/2), Dave Taylor in the Maple Valley also scored 21 points. pole vault (7-0) and the high wins in the 800 relay (Jon In the girls competition, jump (6-0), Brendan Phenix in Kenyon, Smith, Scott VanEngen and Gould in 1:42.4), the 400 relay (Phenix, VanEngen, Patrick and Greg Brooks in 46.4) and the 1600 relay (Phenix, Patrick, Bowers and Rosin in 3:53.1). M.V. Erica Krolik gave Maple Valley a real shot in the arm at the all-county event. Spring Is Here. Time For New Siding! jCOOKZptjjtH WEATHERCARE1’ HOUSC 8r TRIM Latex Flat .-Wolwrin® Ttchnofoght • Covers In One Coat • Ideal for Aluminum Siding • Available In Historic and Contemporary Colors Reg. 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THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 9,1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT; Please Take Notice that the annual election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 9, 1997. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK, IN THE MORNING, AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK, IN THE EVENING. At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 2001, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of two (2) years ending in 1999. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: FOUR YEAR TERMS Gerald L. Aldrich Allison Avery Wayne T. Curtis TWO YEAR TERM Timothy A. James THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. 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Ad#.7825 Outgoing SWM, 34, employed, hobbies are camping, fishing, boating, hiking, .seeks goodlooking, medium built, intelligent, neat SF. Ad#.9962 �The Maple Volley New». Nashville, Tuesday, May 27, 1997 — Page 16 Maple Valley baseball players sparkle during week’s action The bats have certainly been booming for Maple Valley's varsity baseball team. And the record — 7-1 in the SMAA and 13-8 overall — certainly is an indicator ofthat hitting power. The Lions pounded Bellevue 11-1 on May 16. Dan Leep had a 3-run dinger and Jason Thompson also had a homerun in Maple Valley Mittelstaedt (2 RBI) and Osborne each had 2 hits in an 8-6 win over Eaton Rapids. Andy Oleson and Dustin London combined on a 5­ hitter to make the Lions 13-8. Maple Valley pitcher Matt Williams kept the Greyhounds in check with a top-notch outing on May 20. assault. Collecting two hits each were Trevor Wawiemia and Nick Waara. Jared Osborne was the winning pitcher, striking out 12 and walking just 2. It took eight innings, but Maple Valley edged Olivet on May 19 by a 6-5 score. Wawiemia went 4-for-4 with 2 RBI, while Jim Mitchell finished 3-for-4. Three pitchers — Kevin Hansen, Osborne and Waara — combined for the win. Matt Williams struck out 4 in a 10-2 triumph against Eaton Rapids on May 20. Waara carried the big stick with a 4-for-4 outing that included 4 RBI. Wawiemia drove in two Valley runs. Mitchell (2 RBI), Joel Saturday, May 31 Grilled Hot Dog, Chips & Pop 51.00 PLUS...Enter In a FREE Drawing for a Grill! Purchase any 6-pack of beer and receive: 50' off a Dinner at Outboad Inn or Two J’s Purchase any 12-pack of beer and receive: *1.00 off 18 holes of golf or... Purchase any 24-pack of beer and receive: *2.00 off 18 holes of golf at Mulberry Fore (Not valid with other specials, leagues or scrambles. Mon.-Fri.; no holidays.) Must be 21 yrs. of ago or older to receive discount Plus...Door Prize! V South End co m a 637 S. 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H TINGS. Ml 49058 1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Mich. 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings Vol. 125-No. 22 — Tuesday, June 3, 1997 Three candidates seek two school board posts Monday, June 9 by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Voters will choose among three candidates to fill two, four-year positions on the Maple Valley Board ofEduca­ tion in the annual school elec­ tion Monday, June 9. The candidates include for­ mer director of transportation Gerald Adrich, incumbent Al­ lison Avery and local business owner Wayne Curtis. Incum­ bent Tim James also will run unopposed for a two-year term. Each of the candidates was interviewed and asked 10 ques­ tions about education issues. The following is a summary of the candidates and their views: The questions 1. GAY: What would you do ifyou learned that a teacher in your school system was gay? 2. CHARTERS: Some say charter schools are innova­ tive educational alternatives, others say they're a sneaky way to fund private schools. Gerald Aldrich What do you think? 3. PROPOSAL A: D o you think Proposal A has de­ livered what it promised when it was passed by voters three years ago? 4.. PRAYER: How do you feel about prayer in school? Allison Avery 5. QUALITY: Do you think public schools are failing to educate young people? Why or why not? 6. SEX ED: How do you feel about teaching sex education in the schools? 7. CHALLENGES: What are the biggest chal- Wayne Curtis lenges facing the local schools and what do you propose to do about them? 8. TAKEOVERS: How do you feel about prospects that the state will take over local school districts deemed not doing a good job? 9. BOND: What are your him from the bus garage, where he recently retired as transportation superintendent following 18 years, beginning behind the wheel. "Something that I have en­ joyed immensely," he said. "Now, I'd just like to give Maple Valley four more good years." GAY: "We do have gay teachers at Maple Valley. You just accept them unless their life style is affecting our stu­ dents." CHARTERS: He said he doesn't believe that charter schools have affected Maple Valley to this point. "In some areas they are a problem. They can and do hurt public schools. But we Tim James haven't had a problem at views concerning the bond is­ Maple Valley. There is noth­ ing we can do about them sue at Maple Valley? 10. WHY YOU: Why anyway." should voters choose you over PROPOSAL A: Aldrich be­ your opponent? lieves it has indeed been bene­ ficial to most taxpayers. And Gerald Adrich on funding for schools, he Aldrich is no stranger to the school system. Most know See School board, P. 4 Four teachers honored at M.V. High School alumni banquet What an honor to be recognized in front of all those old classmates and in some cases, students! by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter While many were battling winds and dodging raindrops there was a Memorial Weekend celebration at Maple Valley High, the annual Alumni Association banquet, and this year more than 300 old classmates were reunited. The evening started with a performance by the "Royal Revue" quartet. There also were many special guests present,, including four teachers, now retired, who were presented with the Golden Apple award. They included Pauline Hunt, The Royal Revue was “on stage" at the Alumni Banquet too! This soon to be famous quartet entertained throughout the dinner hour. Dorothy Dowsett, and Chuck and Joanne Ross Hunt has been referred to as the teacher who made a difference, according to words submitted by some of her children. She was the first in her family ever to graduate from college. Though a busy wife and mother with five small children,, she somehow managed to go back to school to obtain a degree. "She left her textbooks around and they became a part of our childhood memories," said daughter Debra (Hunt) Jesensek, who also recalled her mother's first days as a teacher at Maple Valley. "I went with Mom when she set up her classroom," she said. "I remember her face as she started looking around. It seemed empty but she had a plan for that. Shades of her future as a media specialist were already present." Debra said that she was the one who got to put "Dig 'Em" the frog onto the bulletin board, because her mother said she was the creative one. "It was years later before I realized just who was being creative," she said. Hunt was what her kids all describe as a legacy. She too looks back and wonders how she managed it all. "Our home is always filled with laughter and running feet," she said. After many years of See Alumni banquet, P. 2 Among this years honorees was Pauline Hunt. Her family was all on hand to see her receive the "Golden Apple Award" for her years of service. In This Issue... • Kids pass 30-mile mark in annual walk, run, jog contest • Spanish I students have pinata contest • Local fourth-grader writes award-winning Play • Maplewood Science Fair produces youth projects �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 2 ALUMNI BANQUET, juggling college, kids, 4-H and numerous other things, she began teaching at Maple Valley in 1970. "That was at Kellogg Elementary," she said. "My assignment was fifth and sixth grade math." Hunt said she has many fond memories of those days at Kellogg, and of the characters she shared her days with there. "One that stands out is the voice ofLes Boldry," she said. "He would always be saying to a student, 'Byrd, you better get on the stick, or the stick will get on you. That of course was always followed continued from front page by the sound of three whacks!" Those were the days when a spanking wasn’t out of the question. By 1973, Hunt had gone back to school (in her spare time) and received her master's degree in audio-visual media. Though she remained at Kellogg for some time, in 1986, when Warren Ison retired as high school librarian, she was asked to fill that position. Again she transferred credits and continued to take classes needed for her master's in librarianship. Her enthusiasm wavered a little, though, when she saw the state of the library at the high school. She happened to be teamed up with Sue Swartz from Charlotte at a class and related her disappointment. "At our first session I said, 'Sue, I have a terrible problem'," she said. "'I have gone to the high school library, walked around and thrown up my hands in despair and walked out. I didn't know where to begin!"' 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Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. k (VL-46) IN COUNTRY ON 8% ACRES -1989 manufactured home with walk-out basement. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the details. (CH-64) NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH- Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) used the library!" she said. The Maple Valley board soon recognized the potential for a wonderful library and began providing necessary funds. The first addition was a telephone! Since then, much-needed technology has been added and new books now stand on the library shelves. Many times that same library is crowded these days. Since retiring, Hunt says that she now doesn't know how she ever found time to work. She and husband Hubert are busy remolding their home, traveling, collecting antique tractors and enjoying their grandchildren. She has even gone back to school to teach evening computer classes. Pauline was one of four teachers honored Saturday night, four individuals who really made a difference at Maple Valley. Anyone attending high school in the 1950s remembers coach Chuck Ross. Though he left Nashville 39 years ago, many still remember him along the sidelines of the football field. The Lions were one of many teams that he worked with though the years, he left his influence with many college teams across the United States, including Mulliken College in Decatur, Ill., Northern Montana, Beloit in Wisconsin, and Olivet College in Michigan. Besides winning many conference championships during those years, he was chosen as Junior College Coach ofthe Year in 1963 and was president of the National Junior College Football Coaches Association for two years. He retired as a full-time teacher in 1991, but he didn't slow down. He had football to coach! Some of those "part-time jobs" following retirement included Lakeland College in Wisconsin and St. Mary's High School. His wife, Joanne, will be remembered as the "favorite" fourth grade teacher at Maple Roger the Chef cooked up something special again this year and fed over 300 people at the Alumni Banquet. Valley, though during her however. Each graduating teaching career she was class, beginning with those worked with youngsters from that attended high school over Head Start programs on 50 years ago, were asked to stand. There were flowers through college graduates. Throughout her life she also given to other retired teachers, has been a volunteer, and was and gifts for the oldest named Volunteer of the Year attendee, and the former in Chicago as director of a graduate who traveled the farthest to attend. tutoring site there. Among those honorees were Joanne also has been active in the United Methodist Fred Frith, who graduated in Church for many years, 1919, and Gladys Richardson serving as state president in from the class of 1925. Watch next weeks issue of Wisconsin. These honorees weren't the the Maple Valley News for only ones recognized May 25, more about some of this years honorees. V CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP fl CHERYL PIERCE, Owner u 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Nashv MI • 517-852-2377 < A HOirStyleS.. AV EDA V V5 & Children 5 Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am-8 pm ZfXSS j I.OCALCHI HCH SC I II CI )U I. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship 11 a.m. .Evening Service... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville iunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 1 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Qelebration... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service........ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. 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(616) 945-9554 or 945-5078 Fax (616) 945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 4 SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATES, said ifthere isn't enough to go around, maybe it's time to change spending habits. "They have done what they said they would. It's been a great savings to property owners. It has also forced the schools to tighten their belts, and make them more con­ scious of their spending habits." PRAYER: "I feel that it should be a personal choice for every student and parent." QUALITY: Aldrich said that at least at Maple Valley he felt that children were get­ ting a quality education, and commended those who had the foresight to restructure class­ rooms, saying that the reorga­ nization of classrooms was also beneficial to kids. "The district is doing well as far as the quality of educa­ tion, especially in the lower grade levels," he said. "I feel that the move to restructure continued from front page the elementary grades is work­ gets done!" he said. TAKEOVERS: Aldrich be­ ing except perhaps for the way that the division was made. I lieves that if things aren't up still feel that grades three, four to par, the state should step and five should be at Maple­ in. "I think it's their responsi­ wood and sixth-graders at the bility. It will force districts to Kellogg building." SEX ED: "The need is cer­ put forth the best possible ef­ fort to see to it that they don't tainly there." CHALLENGES: "Our fail." BOND: Aldrich isn't afraid biggest challenge in today's world is making sure that to say that he voted against these students get a quality the recent bond issue. He said education, while operating on he felt that when proposed a limited budget. That budget there weren't sufficient plans. "Let's not make big deci­ will continue to be a big chal­ sions and just give them (the lenge in the years to come." He went on to say that the Board of Education) a blank budget problems facing check,” he said. "They need to schools today are an even big­ itemize needs much further ger concern in Maple Valley, and need to justify their searching for a new superin- plans." tendent who can practice cre-f He went on to say that he ative financing. felt plans to add on to other "It will take a lot of creative elementary buildings while financing, good discipline and eliminating the Kellogg build­ a sharp person to assure that it ing for the elementary stu­ dents was a big mistake. "We should be utilizing that Kellogg building. I still feel that the church building is sufficient for the alternative education program. That pro­ gram is new. Let's see how it pans out first and not make any big decisions." WHY YOU: "I feel at this point I have four more years that I would like to give back to the school and to the com­ munity." Allison Avery The only incumbent run­ ning for a four-year term is also a teacher and a parent, and feels that it's that insight that will be most beneficial to the board. IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, you can make it better! • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints • Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 VISA GAY: "I would do nothing. A person's sexual orientation is his or her own private and personal business." CHARTERS: Are they in­ novative or just a sneaky way to fund private schools? "I think they're a little of both," Avery said. PROPOSAL A: Avery has mixed feelings, but feels that it was at least a step in the right direction. "I think at least it was a start toward helping the finan­ cial hassle school finance is in these days," she said. "It seems like things are a bit better because of it, at least temporarily." PRAYER: Avery says no. "I don't think its appropri­ ate, because church and state are separate." QUALITY: She said that schools aren't failing to make the grade and blames many of today's problems on society in general, and the lack of parental support in some cases. "No, schools aren't failing to educate young people," she said. "We live in a compli­ cated society right now. Peo­ ple have many issues to deal with, and that includes chil­ dren. "Many kids arrive at school unprepared for the day's tasks and challenges, due to things that are or aren't happening in their lives. Schools are being asked or expected to provide many more services than ever before. As a result, education has come to include many more elements that just aca­ demics. When parents, teach­ ers, and school systems all work together, children receive a fine education." SEX ED: "It think it's OK. Children need to learn about this and schools have appro­ priate curriculum. Why not have them implement it." CHALLENGES: "Funding and decent facilities. The Board of Education needs to work together toward solving these problems." TAKEOVERS: "I don't like the sound of it," she said. BOND: "I am definitely for the bond issue," she said.. "Maple Valley needs improved facilities for our children." WHY YOU?: "I have a strong interest in education, being a teacher, a parent and a life-long learner myself. "I feel that I'm a person who sees and listens to the many different viewpoints be­ fore deciding for myself." Wayne Curtis Curtis will be recognized by many voters as a local busi­ nessman. Curtis Machine and Tool has been in Nashville now for 18 years. He is a 1988 graduate of Maple Val­ ley, active in the 4-H program and has young children who are Maple Valley students. GAY: Curtis says he only has a problem if their lifestyle affects Maple Valley kids. "If they kept it to them­ selves, it's their business," he said, "but if it affected our kids in any way, it would have to be stopped. Personally I don't approve of their lifestyle." CHARTERS: "They're nice for some, but a sneaky way to fund private schools." PROPOSAL A: Curtis say's he's not happy with it. "Now most school districts are struggling to make ends meet," he said, "and prices keep going up. "I'm happy that taxes are coming down for some, but I'm scared for the schools. One of the reasons that I am running for the Board of Edu­ cation is that we need people in there that can come up with some different ways to make things work on limited funds. I want to assure that Maple Valley is around for my kids, they’re just getting started." PRAYER: It's a personal choice and needs to be somehow defined to eliminate any problems, according to Curtis. "It is no problem in school, but needs to fall into some kind of category," he said.. "And no one should he forced to participate, that's wrong." QUALITY: Curtis said things aren't perfect, but he blames parents and kids, not the school system. "It's up to parents and kids to make certain that they are getting all out of their education at Maple Valley that they can," he said. "I would like to see more aternatves alternatives oere offered though. Some of those ideas that could be discussed at board meetings include pro­ grams like vo-ed and appren­ ceship programs." ticeship SEX ED: It definitely needs to be taught in school according to Curtis.. "Too many parents don't deal with it at home," he said. "And these days it's important. AIDS is too scary to ignore." CHALLENGES: The biggest is funding, according to Curtis. "It's back to the money issue," he said. "Right now there doesn't seem to be any answer as to how to handle it. I want to get inside (on the board) and help to do whatever we can to resolve that issue." TAKEOVERS: Curtis says in theory the idea is probably all right, but how practical? "The big question is, if the state takes over a school, will they have the resources or manpower to do any better,?" he asked. BOND: Curtis was among supporters of additional class­ room space at Maple Valley. He disagreed, however, with asking the community to also support additions for the new track. "I'm a firm believer that sports should fund them­ selves," he said. "I'd rather see them raise prices at the gate to pay for improvements." He also said, however, that the bus garage situation needed to be changed, and he most definitely was for additional classrooms though. "I would ld like lik to t see them th do away with the portables," he said. "But I am concerned that they called this a 'bare bones' plan. Maybe they need to cut back even more. We don't 0 0|l need an extra gym." He also said that he felt with some changes, voters in the district could be convinced -X to pass a bond issue that would provide additional class-!»■ rooms. "It was a close vote," he said. "It wouldn't take much to t convince voters to get rid i of the trailer park behind I Fuller Street." Tim James James, the only candidate I running for a two-year term, will do so with one year of experience behind him. Those | jibs®1 who don't recognize him from te the scoo school board may know now ! jidW him as an area baseball coach and a busy dad. GAY: James believes that fill G the more important question concerning teachers is rather whether they act professionally, regardless of personal lifestyle. "We all have our own personal preference and are free to d so,"' he said. "Teachers do must be professional and effective when interacting with eijsbM students." CHARTERS: "At this time, I jjstijsiij" don't believe they have much of an impact on Maple Val- toWii ley," he said. PROPOSAL A: James said maybe everyone is expecting too much. "Proposal A has helped many school districts," he said. "However, members of the community must realize that Proposal A funding can only fund the basics, not ma­ jor building renovation, addi­ tions and special programs." PRAYER: James had no 01 Continued next page— Mapes Florist • Fresh Cut Flowers • Silk Dried Flowers • Holidays • Birthdays • Funerals • Plush Animals • Balloons • Plants/Planters • Cards — DELIVERY AVAILABLE — 207 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. (517) 852-2050 / Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 5 Barry Commission on Aging menu, events set ?s« Wednesday, June 4 Sliced baked ham, squash, California blend, dinner roll, margarine, pineapple. Thursday, June 5 Spanish rice, tossed salad/tomatoes, com, bread, margarine, cobbler. Friday, June 6 Tuna Noodle Casserole, broccoli, beets, bread, margarine, tropical fruit. Monday, June 9 Stuffed cabbage, carrots, french cut beans, bread, cobbler. Tuesday, June 10 Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed veggies, bread, margarine, pears. Events Wednesday, June 4 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, June 5 — Hastings, music; Nashville, m^W HiHi He VH He VH tsJS; JS &»&s 8*<»s <»s »s >* »>s S> ?**! i»S ?! Marion Hamilton to celebrate 80th birthday on June 2 Marion Hamilton, an area resident all her life, will be cel­ ebrating her 80th birthday on June 2,1997. Marion (Callahan) married Howard Hamilton in 1935. They raised seven daughters on their farm north of Bellevue. Howard passed away in 1987. Marion has sixteen grandchil­ dren and ten great-grandchildren. She remaried in 1989. She and Bill Hamilton now live in Charlotte. Marion will be celebrating with her family on her birthday. She would enjoy hearing from her friends as well. Her address is: 324 Shepard, Charlotte, MI 48813. > 52 i> J ***W SCHOOL BOARD, tajk. tapfe^l ••>» SSjiasj ht W M’tstaejrj •»k» ata' iati (MMh’| >ik taltat^bt ««? te' kj/kta jb Mlii comment on this issue. QUALITY: James believes that everyone needs to share that responsibility. "Our children have the right to a quality education and the residents of the communities expect a quality education from the Maple Valley school system," he said. "It is the re­ sponsibility of all members of the community to assist with If you know of a senior citizen who has volunteered time for an organization, school, or in the community — the committee that plans the Senior Citizens Day at the Eaton County 4-H Fair wants to know. This year Senior Citizen volunteres will be honored at the Senior Citizens Day awards assembly at the Eaton County 4-H Fair at 1 p.m. in the 4-H Building on Wednes­ day, July 9. Pick up an application form at the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension Office at 551 Cour­ thouse Drive, Suite One, in Charlotte or call 543-2310 or 372-5594 and a form will be mailed. continued from Page 4 a quality education and that should be our No. 1 priority." SEX ED; James believes it is a good idea, ifmonitored. "Many topics or subjects may be included in sex educa­ tion," he said. "This needs to be monitored closely by school administrators, parents, teachers and clearly from the community." CHALLENGES: James said WtWJC nf' nta —j Bitalta'k iW« ' ixatsA :F£ itadWfl tfkWl as®9®1 [ •*’ a*^ ** jiBtaH' *"* Bf$ltiW Step Into A New Style We care about how you look at... STYLES -R-US Hair Care & Tanning ...Shouldn’t you? BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Downtown Nashville • 852-1757 We advertise dally in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 — RESIDENTIAL — Senior volunteers to be honored at Eaton County Fair j ® 4 ^ihiiJ ihiiJ 1 bingo; Delton, Banker Life, 11:30. Friday, June 6 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, bring a friend day. Monday, June 9 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, June 10 — all sites, puzzle day. HORIZON that right now there are some pretty big things facing peo­ ple at Maple Valley. "Like the hiring of a new superintendent," he said. "We also are faced with hiring a new junior-senio high school principal, quality assurance, repair and maintenance of buildings and possible addi­ tions or renovations." TAKEOVERS: "This all falls back to the quality assur­ ance and the right of the chil­ dren to receive a quality educa­ tion." BOND: James supported the bond issue and feels that the community needs to put chil­ dren's futures first and fore­ most. "The whole school district must be involved in the bond proposal issue," he said. "They must look at the needs of the district. Yes, the times are changing and no, people do not want to spend more money on taxes." He added that people need to remember that Proposal A did not allow for funds to provide building additions, mainte­ nance and repairs that need to be done. Regardless, everyone needs to look at the needs of both today's and tomorrow's students. "I know that changes are hard to accept, changes that involve more tax dollars are harder to accept," he said. "Knowing that our tax dollars will be spent wisely and with benefits to the students or our school district, should make the millage easier to accept." The polls will open at 7 a.m. Monday and remain open until 8 p.m. Voters living in "Precinct No. 1, which includes As­ syria, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove townships, will be casting their ballot in the Kellogg School gym. Those who live in Precinct No. 2, which consists of Carmel, Chester, Kalamo and Vermontville townships will vote at Maplewood Elemen­ tary. $29,500 - Lansing schools. 2 bedroom, 2-story home. $15,000 in updates. Broker owned. 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(CM602DB) INDUSTRIAL LOT - 2 acres in Charlotte. (CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. VERMONTVILLE - Perfect for the person who needs a workshop area, detached garage - heated, with 11/i bath. 3 bedroom home, 1Vz baths, on 1 plus acre. (RE116DB) Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 6 Obituaries Over 300 exhibitors to attend 18th annual Ag Expo June 24-26 Each year, farmers come from all over Michigan to at­ tend the annual Ag Expo at Michigan State University. This year marks the 18th year that the Expo has been held in East Lansing. This year’s Ag Expo is to be held on June 24-26 in East Lans­ ing. Parking is free and is located at the comer of Mt. Hope and Farm Lane. Show hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday. More than 300 exhibitors from 23 states and four Cana­ dian provinces will be featured at this year’s Expo. These exhibits give area pro­ ducers an opportunity to see what new technology is emerging in the industry and talk directly with representatives. Included in the 35-acre main exhibition area is MSU’s “education row.” The educa­ tion row is a cluster of several exhibits at the west end ofthe Ag Expo site that represent more than a dozen depart­ ments from the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Representatives will be on hand to answer questions about farm security, crop production, alternative CHASES CELEBRATED THEIR 25TH ANNIVERSARY David & Ginny Chase of Vermontville were married on May 26, 1972 at Nashville Baptist Church. They give all the praise and glory to their Lord Jesus for blessing their 25 years together. Dave and Ginny have two daughters, Cheryl Knoll and Denise Chase. They also have one very special grandson, Christopher. A trip to the Smoky Mountains was made recently and another (trip is in the plans for fall to the Grand Canyon. forages, education programs, animal health care, water quality management and other aspects of the farm business. Ag Expo also provides many educational oppor­ tunities for producers. This year’s events include Harvesting and Handling Baleage and Chopped Alfalfa Silage, Animal Handling Demonstrations (Lameness in Dairy Cattle), Narrow Row Crop Production, and the 1997 MSU Weed Tour. As an added bonus for pro­ ducers attending this years Ag Expo event, the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship program is conducting free drinking water well testing for the first 1,800 people bringing water samples to the event. The test will screen for nitrate and triazines in drinking water. Bottles and sampling forms are available at all county Extension offices. In­ structions will also accom­ pany the bottles that explain proper collection and storage of the water samples. All results on samples will be strictly confidential. Par­ ticipants will be mailed a copy of their results and informa­ tion on what to do if the con­ centration of nitrate is too high or if triazines are detected. For more informaton on this year’s Ag Expo or the drink­ ing water well testing pro­ gram, call the Eaton County MSU Extension Office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Ginsana Nytol Natural Sleep Aid 16’s 30’s or Ginkoba 36’s Earl A. Smith----DIMONDALE - Earl A. Smith, age 87, of Dimondale and formerly of Nashville, passed away Saturday, May 24, 1997 at Michigan Capital Medical Center, Lansing. Mr. Smith was bom Novem­ ber 9, 1909 in Maple Grove Township ofBarry County, the son of Fred and Margaret (Allerding) Smith. He attended Elllis School. He married Quma Miller on October 1, 1932 in Angola, Indiana, she passed away September 19, 1991. He married Emily Gillespie on Novembers, 1992 in Bellevue. Mr. Smith farmed in Maple Grove Township for 30 years and was a supervisor for the State Highway Department for 21 years. After his retirement he moved to Baldwin for several years. He was a member of the Maple LeafGrange, The Farm Bureau and St. Gerard Cathol­ ic Church in Lansing. He Margaret L. Graham_---------• VERMONTVILLE Margaret L. Graham, age 94, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 1997 at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility in Charlotte. Private services were held Friday, May 30, 1997 at the Irving Township Cemetery in Barry County. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Zilactin Gel or Zilactin B • .25 oz. RELI RELIEF KERS SORES R BUSTERS BU > SORES! SOR Zilactin Beano Cepacol Tablets • 100’s Mouthwash • 12 oz. Orabase-B 5 gm. Colgate Platinum Toothpaste • 3 oz. Select Formulas Helps stop gas Peroxyl Rinse 8 oz. - S3.49 4L8 Shower To Shower Deodorant Body Powder • 8 oz. RC 219 Main Street — Nashville S‘Xr.Sfcr Xr.Sfcr' Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday 952-0845 enjoyed tractors, woodwork­ ing and music. Mr. Smith was also preceded in death by his first wife, Quma and a brother, Dayton Smith. He is survived by his wife, Emily; two daughters, Maggie Aspinall of Nashville and Vivan Neimeyer of Lansing; five grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; one sister, Edith Miller ofHastings; three step-sons, Kenneth Gillespie, Peter Gillespie and Phillip Gillespie and a step-daughter, Anne Wood. Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 29,1997 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. Reverend James Hynes of Nashville United Methodist Church officiated. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Association. Robert Loyd Brandon CHARLOTTE Robert Loyd Brandon, age 72, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, May 25, 1997. Mr. Brandon was born October 26, 1924 in Moores­ town, the son ofAlza Alburtus Bert and Jane (Turner) Brandon. He was employed for A.E. Hoover in Charlotte for 33 years, until his retirement in 1986. Mr. Brandon was a member of the Charlotte First Congre­ gational Church for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by three sisters, Mabie Fox, Lillian Coon and Nora Braden and four brothers, Albert Bran­ don, John Brandon, Glenn Brandon and Roger Brandon. Mr. Brandon is survived by his wife, Betty; two sons, Charles (Barb) of Charlotte and Kevin ofClarksburg, West Virginia; two daughters, Pamela (Gerald) Johnson of Olivet and Susan (Larry) Pifer of Charlotte; fourteen grand­ children and his sister, Kathryn (Milan) Tappen of Charlotte. Funeral services were held Wednesday, May 28, 1997 at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Peter R.K. Brenner officiated. Inter­ ment took place in the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Congrega­ tional Church or the American Heart Association. Charlene M. Barnes._____ VERMONTVILLE - Char-Eagles Club. She loved bowling and lene M. Barnes, age 63, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, bowled on the Just For Fun May 23, 1997 at Michigan League in Charlotte for several Capital Medical Center, years. She enjoyed bird watch­ Greenlawn Campus in ing, crossword puzzles, plastic Lansing. canvas stitching and soap Mrs. Barnes was born on operas. November 8,1933 in NashvilMrs. Barnes was preceded le, the daughter of Harold and in death by her husband, Margaret (Winslow) Wenger. Gaylord in 1974. She attended school in NashShe is survived by three ville and graduated from Nash- daughters, Luanne (Linden) ville High in 1951.. Aspinall of Vermontville, She married Gaylord Barnes Janet (Keith) Lowe ofSunfield on November 17, 1951. and Kathy (Brian) Strahan of Mrs. Barnes retired from Vermontville; one son, Gene Care Free Window Manufac Manufac-­ Forquer of Vermontville and turing in Charlotte in 1992 as a eight grandchildren, Lucas and Forman after 26 years of Jennifer Forquer, John and Jeff service. Aspinall, Aspinall, Michael, Michael, Matthew, Matthew, She had a great love for Heather and Rachel Strahan. music and enjoyed playing in Funeral services took place the family band with her on Wednesday, May 28,1997 daughters called the “Star at Maple Valley ChapelGaze Band”. With her husband Genther Funeral Home, Nashshe owned and operated a ville. Burial took place at chicken farm in Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery, where they sold eggs and Vermontville. chickens. Memorial contributions Mrs. Barnes wa a former may be made to the American member of the Woodland Lung Association. 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Aug udtine K. Conkey M. Pennington M. Wendorf N. Thompson. M. Jewell R. Guerndey J, Kuempef C. Smith R. Garridon N. Waara T. Harmon J. Odborne J. Widenhofer H. Wieland E. Reid R, Ritenburgh C. Robindon C. Shook Auto Parts Center 112 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-9500 Tobias-Mason Insurance Agency A. LaDere D. Leep Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. Phone 852-9587 The Outpost Bakery Phone 852-2005 Phone 726-1000 Mace Pharmacy Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Kent Oil & Propane M-66 at S. Village Limits Nashville Phone 852-9210 B. Braden 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville 109 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-0845 C. Cloude Power's Service 151 S. Main Street, Vermontville 219 N. Main Street, Nashville G. Campod 737 Sherman (7 block) E ofMain) Nashville • Phone 852-0845 White, Ford & New Holland M. Smith J. Thorne H. Veder Michigan Magnetics, Inc. 201 N. Main Street, Nashville The Movie Station 203 W. Third, Vermontville (next to Hadtingd City Bank) Phone 726-0590 Phone 852-2209 Hecker Agency Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Homes Wolever's Real Estate Musser Service 126 S. Main Street, Nashville 160 S. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1501 Phone 852-9446 Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center Carl’s Super Market, Inc. 225 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-9680 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Main Street. Vermontville Phone 726-0180 Fax 726-0060 204 N. Queen Street, Nashville Phone 517-852-0840 Diana’s Place 10030 Thornapple Lk R., Nashville 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 999 Reed Street, Nashville Phone 852-9481 Phone 726-0569 Phone 852-1991 Hometown Lumber South End food & Beverage Citizens Elevator Company 825 S. Hanover, Hastings 304 South State, Nashville After 4:00 pm 637 S. Main Street, Nashville 870 S. Main Street, Vermontville Phone 948-8488 Phone 852-9260 Phone 852-9822 Phone 726-0514 Phone 852-0882 M-66 Tire Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods Inc. 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Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-1985 or 852-1986 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 10 Kids pass 30-mile mark in annual walk, run, jog contest These youngsters managed to rack up enough miles that they are now big winners in this years walk, run and job contest, All are students in Mrs. Cooley's second grade classroom. Luke Knox, Desiree Thomas, Jonathan Rhodes and Christopher Rumsey. Fuller Street second-graders with many kids passing the have just completed another 30-mile mark. "Walk, Run & Jog" contest, IIt's a contest that goes on These guys all ran over thirty miles!!! each spring at Fuller, always led by teacher Inez Hubka who said that it's a good way to promote physical fitness. Every recess and lunch hour, weather permitting, these youngsters rack up the miles and teachers keep track. Top runners from each class­ room were given rewards from their teachers. The five little runners who managedjust that were Luke Knox, Justin McMillen, Joel Hewlett, Austin Bodenmuller and Michael Chapman. Others, however, wem't far behind. Here's a "run down” of NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES The Village Council of Nashville Village will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of 0.55918 mills in the oper­ ating tax millage to be levied in 1997. The hearing will be held on Thursday, June 12,1997 at 7:00 pm. 204 N. Main. Those second graders in Inez Hubka's room sure can run! Meet Joel Hewlett, Keely McMillan, and Creadence Hoffman, absent from the photo is Jacob Myers. this year's joggers: In Jeanne Hansen's room, three young ladies were close behind Bodenmuller. Second place winner was Mary Jew­ ell, third was Nicole Davis, and fourth was Trisha Carney. Knox may have been first in Debra Cooley's room, but three other youngsters were close behind, including De­ siree Thomas, Johnathan Rhodes and Christopher Rum­ sey. When visiting Inez Hubka's classroom, where miles had just been tallied, Joel Hewlett had passed the 30-mile mark and was followed closely by Continued next page — The date and location of the meeting to take action on the proposed additional millage will be announced at this public meeting. If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorem prope taxes 3.85% over such revenues generated by levies permitted without holding a hearing. If the proposed additional millage rate is not approved the operating revenue will increase by 0.15% over the preceding year’s operating revenue. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and identified below, has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate. This notice is published by Nashville Village, 206 N. 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Lovett Street, Charlotte, Michigan 48813 517-543-2023*Fax 517-543-5992 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 11 On the shelf at Sunfield Area Library Mrs. Bakers second graders put a lot of miles on those tennis shoes this spring in Fullers Walk, Job and Run contest, (from left) Justin McMillen, Craig Clements, Chad Antcliff and Darcy Meade. There are four vacancies on the Sunfield District Library Board of Trustees, a group of individuals who oversee operation of the library and are responsible for the budget and compliance with state and federal regulations. Previously, the board con­ sisted of five appointed in­ dividuals. In April, the Library ofMichigan approved a request to increase the board to eight members with four appointed each by Sunfield Village and Township. Cur­ rently, the village has three vacancies to fill and the township has one. Terms of office are for four to four years and the Library Board meets once a month on the y at 7 p.. third Monday p.m. in the library. Those who have thought about getting involved in the library and would like to volunteer for one of these appointments can contact Village President Ron Wells if they live in the village or Bev Brown if they live outside the village, but within the township. Those interested in the type ofbusiness conducted at board meetings can stop in the library to be shown the public copy of meeting notes Jobs Wanted EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE \WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps > Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe •• Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE Here's top runners from Mrs. Hansens second grade. First place winner Austin Bodenmuller (on right), Mary Jewell, Nicole Davis, and Trisha Carney. From previous page— Keely McMillan, Credence Hoffman and Jacon? Myers. Geraldine Long's winners included Michael Chapman, Lance Howard, Kyle Pash and Timothy Wood. More runners in Cindy Bak­ er's room included Justin McMillan, Craig Clements, Chad Antcliff and Darcy Meade. School Lunch Menu Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, June 4 Cook’s choice. Thursday, June 5 School in a.m. only. Friday, June 6 School in a.m. only. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, June 4 Cook’s choice. Thursday, June 5 Half day of school. No lunches. Friday, June 6 Half day of school. No lunches. 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Close to State Land. $9,900, $500 down, $130/mo, 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118 or www.northemlandco.com. Jobs Wanted MOW YOUR LAWN: Two brothers looking for lawn work in Nashville/Vermontville area. Best prices. Call 852-9046 WHISPERING WINDS DAY CARE has openings. Easy access off Lawrence Hwy (M-79). Please call Karen 543-3536 or Faith 541-0049. FLAT WORK WANTED Patios, sidewalks, garages, etc. Call Minuteman Sub­ contractors 616-721-3832. METROPOLITAN TITLE COMPANY LOOKING for experienced title examiner. Please send resume to: Metropo­ litan Title Company, P.O. Box 282, Hastings, MI 49058. MOTHER OF THREE would like to babysit, convenient loca­ tion, comer of M-37 and Lacey Rd. Very reasonable rates. Ask for Michelle. 616-721-3953. MOW YOUR LAWN: Two brothers looking for lawn work in Nashville/Vermontville area. Best prices. Call 852-9046 NEED A DECK BUILT? Call the deck specialist I build only decks, licensed and lowest labor price in town. For free estimate phone 616-948-2485. NEED SOMEONE TO CARE for your loved one, elderly. Possible live in. 616-965-5541. and monthly financial reports. As mentioned above, the time for the regularly schedul­ ed monthly meetings of the Sunfield Library Board of Trustees is now 7 p.m. This change (from 5 p.m.) was ap­ proved at the regular board meeting of May 19 and is ef­ fectively immediately. New adult books this week include: Emotional Blackmail: When the People in Your Life Use Fear, Obligation and Guilt to Manipulate You by Susan Forward; The Journey West by Elaine Schulte; Perennials — A Comprehensive Guide for Gardeners; Fool Proof Planting from Rodale Press; The Art of Silk Ribbon Embroidery; Speed Learning — books on tape and work books; and, Just as I Am, the Autobiography of Billy Graham. Thanks to a generous patron, the library will be ad­ ding 40 books on tape to its collection over the next few weeks. Available this week are: Prayers for the Dead by Faye Kellerman; Cyclops by Clive Cussler; The Drawing ofthe Three by Stephen King; Watchers by Dean Koontz; Mars by Ben Bova; Night Over Water by Ken Follett; and The Plains of Passage by Jean Auel. Most ofthese books on tape are unabridged versions. For those who have not tried books on tape yet, they are great for anyone who spends time in the car or who can listen at home or work and has access to a cassette player. There is no charge for books on tape and they are loaned out for three weeks, just like printed books. The library currently has 54 titles on site, in addition to the ones we will be adding. It also has a catalog of titles available through the Capital Library Cooperative which can be requested at no charge. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Packers of Quality Frozen Vegetables General Labor and Truck Drivers (Must have CDL) — ALL JOB SEEKERS — Retirees and Housewives If You Need Extra $$ DAYS AND NIGHTS AVAILABLE need approximately July, August &. September Call 616/374-8837 ...for additional information Apply Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Twin City Foods, Inc. 1315 Sherman St., Lake Odessa, MI E.O.E. NNUAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF ANNUAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JUNE 9,1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the annual election of the school district will be held on Monday, June 9,1997. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK, IN THE MORNING, AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK, IN THE EVENING. At the annual school election there will be elected two (2) members to the board of education of the district for full terms of four (4) years ending in 2001, and one (1) member for an unexpired term of two (2) years ending in 1999. THE FOLLOWING PERSONS HAVE BEEN NOMINATED TO FILL SUCH VACANCIES: FOUR YEAR TERMS TWO YEAR TERM Gerald L. Aldrich Timothy A. James Allison Avery Wayne T. Curtis THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS; PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the Village of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester, Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. Ail school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they reside are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the board of education. Jerry A. Sessions Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 12 Spanish 1 students have pinata contest This year's Spanish 1 Pinata contest has come and gone, but according to those at the high school, it won't be one soon forgotten. According to teacher Melissa Strong, this has probably been the best yet! "We had an astounding 37 entries for the 'Cinco De Mayo' celebration' in Span­ ish 1," she said. "The works created this year were superb!" Aall of the Spanish 1 stu­ dents are encouraged every year to participate in the con­ test and put their imaginations to work. The project took about four weeks to complete. Once completed other stu­ dents are given the responsi- bility ofjudging, and accord­ ing to Strong, that process was a difficult one this year. "Mrs. Craven's seventh grade English class were our judges this year and were given the task of picking three favorites," she said. "There were so many really good en­ tries, it wasn't an easy job." Who were this year's win­ ners? First place went to Elaine Cook and Kristy Richter, who created a Pooh bear out of papier mache ma­ terials. Second was a giant Elmo created by Julie Behmdt and Carrie Balko, and an authentic image of a Puerto Ri­ can carnival mask came in a close third. That was created And then there was Elmo! This cute little guy was the creation of Julie Behmdt (right) and Carrie Balko and took second place in the annual Pinata contest at MV High this year. No Winnie the Pooh didn't visit Maple Valley High, but Kristie Richter (left) and Elaine Cook sure did a good job of portraying the famous character. These girls took first place in the 1997 Pinata Contest at the high school. Leave it to Trent Harvey (right) and Jeremy Rasey to come up with something like this! They created this giant eyeball for the pinata contest at school this year and were one of the top prize winners. Wouldn't this make a great Holloween mask?? This Puerto Rican "Vigilante" mask was created by Leah Smith, and became the third place winner in a Pinata contest for Spanish 1 student at Maple Valley this year. Make Hay While The Sun Shines! Don’t be caught with down time when it’s time to make hay. Let our trained service technicians service your equipment BEFORE the first day of use. You Benefit: • Minimized down time. •Scheduled maintenance vs. a wait list for emergency down time repair. • Have your machinery ready when the weather cooperates. 820 Sicklebar MoCo Mac: 820 SicWebar MoCo C: 82QMOCO I COMING JUNE 20, 21... '97 NASCAR Show Car Fri. Noon-8 pm; Sat. 8-4 pm Located on... 2900 N. Broadway Hastings, Ml Equipment, Inc. JOHN DEERE DEERE (North of town on M-43) M,T,W,F 7 am-S pm; TH 7 am-7 pm; Sat 7 am-2 pm by Leah Smith. Several other students re­ ceived honorable mentions, such as Jessica Dunham, who created a flamingo, and Jeremy Rasey and Trent Harvey, who were responsible for the giant eyeball hanging in the Span­ ish room. "Who know's what kind of entries we will get next year?" said Strong. "This year's will be really hard to beat!" Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE. $18.00 perroom, 2 room minimum. All pre-spray’s included. Any room over 250sq.fL considered 2 rooms. Stain resistant and pet odor removal available. Furniture moving included. We have a full-line of services available. Cars, boats & R.V.’s. Furniture cleaning includes stain resistant re-applied at no extra charge. We serve Lake Odessa and Hastings areas. Give us a call, 616-374-3035. ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Talk about a big bird! When Jessica Dunham was finished with this Flamingo it caught everyone's eye. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone - Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank I Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair J I Richard Cobb • David 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748" �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 13 Local fourth-grader writes award-winning play by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Adam Moody has always been quite the little actor. He's had several school play leads and many will remember him with the new theater group, "The Revue," portray­ ing a little boy who stuttered, and had his audience in stitches. Now he is writing plays, and has become a well known name in Lansing. Though the acting has been going on for quite some time, it was something that hap­ pened last fall that triggered his newest scheme. "It's was parent-teacher night at school and Mrs. Retzer (Patty Retzer) had just said, 'You know Adam you really should write a play someday'. I just couldn't stop thinking about it, it kept me up all night!" he said. Adam said that by morning Adam Moody the play writing was under way — at least the idea was cemented in his head — and now he would turn that story idea into something appropri- Eaton Commissioners OK gypsy month monitoring The gypsy moth has caused area will undergo a gradual population buildup for a time more business expense, regulatory red tape, and before the population goes inhomeowner panic than any to a phase of rapid release. other pest to hit Michigan. Eaton County is predicted to Until 1996, we all heard be in the buildup stage. about the gypsy moth in Residents need to be on the reference to an infestation alert for gypsy moth cater­ “somewhere else” in the pillars which hatched in the state. Last year an area of county the first week of May. Eaton Rapids witnessed com­ Currently they are feeding and plete defoliation of trees and growing to a size of about 116 distress by adjacent inches. To identify a gypsy homeowners. caterpillar, look for the Eaton County Commis­ distinctive rows of blue dots, sioners have approved par­ then red dots down the back. ticipation in an intensive It is helpful to learn to iden­ monitoring and trapping pro­ tify the buff-colored egg gram offered to the county by masses which are present on the Michigan Department of tree trunks, wood structures Agriculture. Monitoring of and even recreational vehicles the moth’s movement in the for nine months of the year. The Eaton County MSU county will forecast when and where population levels may Extension office has several become a concern. Tracking informative bulletins on gypsy potential problem areas helps moth identification and conhomeowners be prepared to trol. Please stop in to 551 take control of the problem in Courthouse Drive, Suite One, a timely manner instead of any time between 8 a.m. and 5 react to a crisis situation. p.m. or call (517) 543-2310 or Populations of gypsy moth (517) 372-5594. do not explode suddenly. An ate for the stage. With his experience in act­ ing, it wouldn’t be difficult, and he set out to be the first Maple Valley fourth-grader to write a stage play. Later on in the school year, his teacher, Pat Hansen, re­ ceived information on a young playwrights' festival to be held at the Boarshead Michi­ gan Public Theater in Lans­ ing. "I just had to go for it!" he exclaimed. "I had put my play down on paper and now I had a lot of work to do." Mrs. Hansen, who was not only Adam's teacher, but also a fellow actor with "The Re­ vue," helped to organize the project. "We typed and typed," he said. "But finally came together and I could send it in." Adam is 'quite a creative soul," according to those at school, and they just knew that his play would be a win­ ner at the Boarshead competi­ tion. "Yeah, it was kind of unusual," he said. "(It was) all about medieval times and a princess, dragon and a hero. But in my play, the princess is kind of snooty, and the hero is unable to save her from the dragon. In the end, he does slay the dragon, though!" Adam's play was well re­ ceived. In fact, those at Boarshead who reviewed everything submitted from across the state decided that his should be first in his divi­ sion, and one of three selected to be on stage! "We considered his play as outstanding," said Janet Butler ofthe Boarshead. "And he was one of the youngest to submit a play this year." Everyone at Kellogg Elemen­ tary was • so excited that Adam's big day was about to become a school field trip. On May 15 everyone in the school loaded up for Lansing and were among hundreds of school children to see Adam's play performed by "Second Company" a staff of profes­ sional interns, at the Boarshead Theater. "The whole place was packed," he said, "and after the performances I all of the II Carhartt If you didn't get to the Boarshead Theater in Lansing to see Adams creation of Dragon , you can still.see it at Kellogg Elementary. The cast, consisting of Mrs. Hansen s fourth graders is sure to keep you in stitches. Their performance is scheduled for today (June 3) at 1pm in the Kellogg Auditorium. playwrights were introduced, including me!" Adam's classmates were quite impressed to see his ideas on paper actually de­ velop into a stage play, and decided to put on the* produc­ tion at school, too. Now they are busy rehearsing "Dragon" and invitations have gone out to parents and friends at Fuller Elementary. Adam's play will debut June 3 on the Kellogg auditorium stage at 1 p.m. "We have invited the whole Fuller Street school," he said. "This is going to be really cool." Not only has he written the play, but Adam is helping to direct the play and also has a leading part. He is also preparing for more shows with "The Re­ vue" and says he is anxious to take part in high school musi­ cals and dramas at Maple Val­ ley. "I can't wait 'til high school drama class!" he said. And after that? Who knows, he may be in movies. "Actor/Writer/Director," he said. "Who knows? I may be famous some day!" Though not many realize that Adam is a writer or producer, most do recognize him as an actor with "The Revue". Adam's most recent performance was with the "Baseball Show" last month, and many remember him from the Music Man. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU I Pre Inventory Sale % 'pittance (fai, your ' JOB is your All Insulated Carhartt’s CREDIT 20% Off I Ou&t IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: ' CREDIT 2 Bankruptcy easy terms Z Repossession 2 Slow Pay 2 Bad Credit Caledonia Farmers Elevator 146 E. Main St. • 891-8108 | Also Available at our Clarksville & Lake Odessa Branches Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1 -888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! �The Maple Valley New», Nashville. Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 14 Fuller Street kids help less fortunate in Math-A-Thon This years total for the St. Judes Math-A-Thon at Fuller Elementary was $2064.13, all raised by 37 children! Each had to find sponsors, and then complete math projects at home. There were prizes for those who put forth a lot of effort, they all agreed the biggest satisfaction was knowing that they helped others. Great Job Kids!!! Brittney Hallifax has much to be proud of. After enrolling in this years St. Jude’s Math-A-Thon she worked diligently and earned $175 for children in the hospital. VCR REPAIR r FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: $15.00___. 201 North Main Street - Nashville Thirty-seven Fuller Street second-graders recently helped others less fortunate while helping themselves to im­ prove math skills. It was all part of the annual St. Jude's Math-A-Thon, de­ signed to raise money for children who have cancer or other life-threatening diseases. Each child began by finding adults in the community who would sponsor them for the fund-raiser. Many donations Y\AMILT0a/ ------ PLUS------HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8 o.m. to 7 p.m. 25 PHONC 517-852-1864 LOCATION: 2 miles south of Nashville, Ml (on M-66) were based on pennies per every problem solved in a workbook furnished by St. Jude. Then it was time to get to work. With every assignment completed at home, moms and dads would "grade" the work and then provide teacher Susan Doozan with the appropriate points that transformed into dollars and cents. "Everyone worked really hard and the results were wonderful,' said Doozan. "We raised over $2,000 this year!" Of course, with every pro­ ject there are prizes and many children were rewarded with things such as sports bags, Tshirts, and tickets to Six Flags Theme Park. There was even a boom box for one big winner. This year, Brittany Hallifax took that title, raising more than $175 for friends at St. Jude. "All of the children liked the idea of prizes," said Doozan. "But all were much more concerned about doing something to help other chil­ dren who are sick." This is the seventh year that students at Fuller Street have helped St. Jude's through this project. Maple Valley fifth-graders take part in WCTU contest Maple Valley fifth-graders had a chance to show offtheir artistic abilities again this year while learning to say no to drugs and alcohol. Every year the Women's Christian Temperance Union sponsors a contest for fifth­ graders across the state. Each is to get the message across to others that cigarettes, alcohol and drugs are bad news with a colorful poster that will attract a lot of attention. This year, like many previous, the hall­ ways at school are filled with such posters, some even chosen for state competitions. "We always choose three top winners here at Maplewood," said Mary Smith of the WCTU. "The first place poster is then sent on to a state-wide competition." Once sent on, a Maple Valley student's entry many times has placed among winners at the state level. Last year Rachelle Drallette took second place in state competition. This year Maple Valley winner Matthew Dunham also was among top winners at the state, and received word last week that he was awarded an honorable mention. Other top winners in the local contest were second place Jason Wymer and third place Courtney Brown. Honorable mention awards at Maplewood went to Penny Curtis, Kelly Wilson, Heather Clark, Maggie Bonner, Summer Hill and Christina McCallum. Those were among 100 entries. Meet this years Poster contest winners! Each of these fifth grade students at Maplewood Elementary received recognition for their work in expressing the dangers of drug abuse. (Back from left) Women's Christian Temperance Union Representative, Mary Smith, Honorable mention winners, Penny Curtis Heather Clark, Maggie Bonner, Summer Hill, Kristina McCallum and Kelly Wilson, (front row)) First place winner Matthew Dunham, Second place winner, Jason Wymer and third place winner, Courtney Brown. �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 15 Maplewood science fair produces interesting youth projects teamed up for the experiment, the duo decided that they wanted to be daring. They be­ Maplewood students annu­ gan by asking Rumsey's mom ally look forward to a "fun" for help. "We just asked her to buy way to end the year's science projects with a science fair us a dozen eggs," laughed Jeff. that produces some interesting "Then when we had the eggs, we let her know that we were and colorful results. When May 15 rolled around going to drop them from the this year, the parents who roof." Sounds like a messy Holtoured the gym and hallways of the school found results of loween prank! The idea was to decide what many different types of exper­ would best break the fall when iments. The project began several the eggs were dropped from 14 days prior, with kids teaming feet. Items used at the bottom up and discussing what would of the fall included felt, paper, be fun and at the same time cotton and Kleenex. educational to others. Now one might think that One team of boys managed the result would be scrambled to do that well. When Jeff eggs, and a really big mess, Rumsey and Jeff Diamond but to the boys' surprise only by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Squeaky Clean! Elisha Gibson and Hilary Krolik produced an interesting way to clean pennies at the recent science fair at Maplewood Elementary. >S«&» S«&» Baseball, softball end seasons in pre-districts Both the varsity baseball and softball campaigns concluded on May 27 as Maple Valley lost to Bellevue in pre-district action. The Lions' baseball team (14-11 and 8-3 for second place in the SMAA, lost to the Broncos 3-2. Jared Osborne pitched a solid game and the Maple Valley defense made no errors, but at the plate Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's squad collected just six hits. ■ hfcfiS** RS Local student accepted to Ferris program htet IK.tatalS ■■ uai^isaii »r rMiKAm bBK jtttraiw gg' jniixsii!® feeitoitob <*■ aanii^ B igJBfc*0* 1! 'jsa^ one egg was broken in the ex-pennies and cleaning soluperiment. The remainder were tions. Those cleansers, howcushioned by objects that the ever, weren't the usual — boys had chosen, all of which they were all edible drinks. were proven good choices. "Our experiment was a lot Part of the project included of fun," reported Hilary. "We photos of the actual experi- wanted to use all different ment, and the boys were care- kinds of drinks like water, ful to collect ample informa- juice, pop and so on." tion before documenting reIt turns out, that after sevsults and adding them to their eral pennies were left to soak, display. 7-Up became an obvious win­ "We kept dropping them ner. over and over," said Diamond. Anyone who missed this "We have pictures of 25 egg year's science fair can still see drops!" results. There is a bulletin Another interesting display, board outside of Principal completed by Alisha Gibson Nancy Potter's office plastered and Hilary Krolik, included with colorful exhibits. Taylor breaks record! David Taylor, a junior at Maple Valley High, broke the school's record in the high jump at the Portland Invitational. Taylor leaped 6-3 to break Shaun Thompson's 1990 record of 6-2 1/2. Coach Jerry Sessions says that Taylor is a hard-worker who is quite dedicated. (Photo provided) Maple Valley Class of 1991 planning 6-year reunion July 19 Members of the Maple graduated from Maple Valley Valley High School Class of in 1991 should contact Debra 1991 are planning a six-yer Joostbems at 726-0537 or class reunion Saturday, July Kristin Dean at 852-1766 or 19, at Mulberry Fore Golf 795-3801. Addresses or even Course in Nashville beginning phone numbers of formre at 4 p.m. with nine holes of classmates would be greatly appreciated. Those who do golf. Dinner will be served at not receive an invitation, but 7:30 p.m., followed by a were in the class, are welcome Hawaiian luau with karoke to attend. Those who receive invita­ and dancing. Invitations will be going out tions are asked to return soon, but many classmates RSVPs as soon as possible so still need to be located. Those planners can make the final who know anyone who preparations. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: June 4 — Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Expo Center. June 5 — Non-Livestock Developmental Committee meeting, 6:30 at the Extension Office. June 7 — Barrel Painting Project, pick up barrels at the Expo Center between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. June 11 — Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the USDA Building. June 12 — Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7:00 p.m. at the Extension Office. June 12 — Livestock entries due to Fair Office (9:00 to 12:00, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.). Nicole Reid of Nashville has been accepted into Ferris State University’s new Honors Program. Beginning in fall of 1997, the residential program offers international enrichment to the college experience. Students selected remain members of their chosen academic major while enjoy­ ing enriching global, cultural, social and community service opportunities. Honors Pro­ gram students may reside in newly renovated Helen Ferris Hall with the assistance of a $2,000 Residential Life Scholarship. “Our major goal is to pro­ vide an environment for students who are highly motivated,’’ said Maude Bigford, acting coordinator of the program. The program falls under the umbrella of FSU’s new University College, which opened fall semester of 1996. University College provides services to students enrolled in the seven academic colleges at FSU. Selection criteria for accep­ tance include a minimum 3.25 college grade point average (3.4 high school GPA and an ACT composite of 24 for in­ coming freshmen); evidence of leadership abilities and ex­ tracurricular involvement; and a writing sample. Recreation COMING TO GUN LAKE “The Gun Lake Princess”. 50+ passenger, glass bottom, dinner and tour boat Available for private parties, receptions, reun­ ions, etc. Call toll free, Southside Boat Rentals, Inc.. 1-888-557-7775. In late regular season action, the Lions 4-2 and 7-6 to league front-runner St. Philip. Joel Mittelstaedt smacked a 2-base rap in Game 1. Plenty of fireworks followed in the eight-inning Game 2 as Osborne went 4for-5 with an RBI, Nick Waara had 3 hits in 3 at-bats and Jason Thompson clubbed an RBI hit. The softball squad fell to the Broncos 14-4 as Kerri Dean had Maple Valley's lone hit. The hitters struggled, but the offense was aided by nine Bellevue walks. Jeff Rumsey and Jeff Diamond had a great time creating their experiment for this years science fair at Maplewood Elementary! It's a wonder however that the results weren't scrambled eggs! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 3, 1997 — Page 16 Scenes from this years Memorial Day parade This old Fire Truck was one of the highlights of this years parade. They even hava a mascot. All of these prizes will be given away to some lucky sole at the first ever Nashville Summerfest just weeks away. All of these little helpers on the float threw candy to admirers on Monday. Want to Rent Pets FAMILY OF SIX Needs 3 to 4 bedroom home in Maple Valley School District. 517-852-3968. ARC REG. CHOC. LABS, Mobile Homes Help Wanted LARGE SELECTION OF 3 bedroom, single and double­ wide homes. We take trades. Call 1-800-672-9604, mention this ad and receive free central air with any new home purchase. CLEANING OFFICE BLDGS Part-time evenings. Call 616-792-4200. Child Care BLOSSOM DAYCARE new summer hours starting June 1. Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Friday, 7:30 ajn. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, starting in June, every other month, 7:00 a.m. to noon. Closed on Sunday. #DG080073204. 517-852-9461. The Maple Valley Jr. High Band put on a magnificent performance! Cumberland Gap Whole or Half Champ, pedigree, 7 weeks old. 852-0958. Community Notices ONEIDA FIELD MARKET June 21-22, recreational market place. Open 10:00 aan. Exhibi­ tors, collectables, auction, maze, entertainment, en eranmen , food, oo, pu putt-putt -pu golf, go , twilight w g conceit. conce . 6/21.. 3 miles west of Grand Ledge, Benton Rd. P.O. Box406, Grand Ledge, Mi 517-627-71J4. Commission on Aging. VENDOR SPACE AVAIL­ ABLE. Contact Linda (616)-527-3792/days, (616)-527-3402/eves for infor­ mation or reservations. Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. 26-32 Ct. Choice Boneless KJiam 48837. 7TH ANNUAL GRAND REVUE, Ionia Fairgrounds June 7-8. Arts & Crafts Show... Flea Market... Auto Swap... Collectibles... Antique Pedal Toys... Classic & Vintage Autos (including sale lot)... Tractor Show... Model Contest... 50-60’s Music... Games, Contests, Trivia, Prizes Galore!! Free Parking. $2 donation (under 12 free). Proceeds benefit Ionia County Sheriff Posse and Shrimp Sizzle Steaks ^*$3 Ranch steaks 2 liter products, Pepsi, 7-up, Coke Asst. 4-1/2 Oz., Oscar Mayer Lunchables. Lunchables, Peanut Orange Juice Butter $4 69 SSIC Choc. Chip or Sugar, 18-20 Oz. Pillsbury /V Lettuce 69ei California ausage 30 Oz. IGA Spaghetti Sauce 99* Milk Deter­ gent BBQ $«99 Pebbles Cookie Dough Dole Head Smoked Withonefilled Super Sauer Card _ liiiiiiiiin Limit 2 with one PR $4.49, 128 Bareman’s Vit. D Oz. Purex Liq. Gal 18 Oz. Hunt’s QtiPB t + dep 13 Oz. Post Fruity or Cocoa 12 Oz. Nectarines IGA 89* Ph 726-0640 Vermontville Grocery - and - Resh Me(|t M(||lket Pound pen 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-06-10.pdf be30157ac9ce5a86dcccc061c1b5a497 PDF Text Text bulk rate POSTAGE paid 12/30/00 Hastings Publ icLibrary 121 S. Church Street . 121 S. CHURCH ST. HASTINGS. Ml 49058-1893 Hastings,MI-W58 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 24 — Tuesday, June 10, 1997 Emotional graduation has good-byes and new beginnings by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Last Sunday was perhaps the most emotional graduation ceremony ever at Maple Val­ ley, signifying new begin­ nings for students, saying good-bye to retiring adminis­ trators and for the first time ever, holding ceremonies at the new track behind MV high, which opened just weeks ago. Retiring superintendent, Alan McLean was the first to speak during commencement exercises, a special honor to him as an administrator, a parent, and a part of the team that made the new track a real­ ity at the Valley. During his speech he com­ pared his feelings to that of Sparky Anderson during the 1984 World Series. "I could give you a lot of Another very surprised scholarship winner on graduation day! This is Hannah Wieland and her mom Laurie. More students from this class graduate with honors and high honors than ever in the history of Maple Valley. 8 Ward Rooks advice,' he told the group, "but guys you just go with what you've got here." He went to say that there was a tremendous amount of support from teachers, administrators, and friends, but most of all family. That support is what would give these teens the extra push needed to become a success. "There are great teachers here at Maple Valley, and good friends, but most of all you have the love and encouragement of your family," he said. *’ McClean would later fave the privilege of personally giving two of his three children their high school diplo­ mas. Every year, seniors at Maple Valley cast a vote for one individual at school that really made a difference to them while working their way toward their special day. That individual is usually one who has stood by when things got rough, helped to inspire, and build a smoother road to the future. Who better qualified that Ward Rooks. "I can't think of a more de­ serving person," said McLean. Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation's Co-Organizers, Dorothy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie always appear at graduation to announce new scholarship winners. Marin Smith received the $2000 Keihl Award this year, (from left) Junia Jarvie, (dad) Ron Smith, Marin Smith, (mom) Allison Avery, and Dorothy Carpenter. Congratulations Marin!)! as he described Rooks as all of the above and the classes "personal travel agent." “ Rooks, always Jacking toward the future told the class of a dream, one that he had shortly after learning he wouldaddress the group when finally reaching graduation. His speech kept the grads in stitches and left parents wondering just what the rest of the story behind his remarks might be. "Scptt and Tara Spitzer were elected cutest couple," he said, "Reed McLean had a wife he called "dear, and was a millionaire," he went on. "He made all of his money from a book he wrote, a best seller called "101 ways to fix a John Deere with duct tape!" Rooks said that at that same reunion, teacher Sharlot Sours made an appearance, and was celebrating 107 years ofteach- He also thanked the audi­ ence profusely for choosing him as speaker. "I knew that it was down to just the two of us, Mr. Rick­ etts and myself," he joked. "And I was afraid that he would get the most votes. Some ofyou needed that extra credit in government class!" On a more serious note, Rooks talked ofhow proud he was of the class of 1997, though he thought that many of the grads fek. "unliked" by teachers and administrators. "You all have looked at yourselves as the Rodney Dangerfields of graduates," he said. "Contrary to your be­ liefs, there were more than just two of us here at the high school who like you." He reminded that group of all of their positive qualities and gave them some advice for the future. "Never base your actions on what others might think of you," he said. "Don't follow the gang and learn to accept responsibility." He went on to say that aside from being the first class from Maple Valley to received their diplomas on the site of the new track, they had also bro­ ken another record. "More students graduated with honors and high honors from this class than any other See Graduation, P. 2 What a special day! Retiring Superintendent Alan McLean had the privilege of presenting two of his children with their diplomas at the districts first graduation ceremony at the new track facility. There were a lots of hugs from Board of Education members as each graduate made their way across the stage last Sunday. In This Issue Maple Valley fares well at Math Day competition Youth Minister reaches out to teens at baccalaureate Thirteen adult education students graduate tonight Memorial scholarship group celebrates 10 years > �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 2 Vermontville man charged xSH with fleeing, resisting police June Dairy Month trivia Everyy day, y, the nation's 9.3 . million dairy y V cows produce more than 50 million gallons of milk. Whos really V Iowa ranks highest in the nation in per capita supermarket milk sales. Oy Ice cream is definitely All-American, More ice cream is produced and eaten in the United States than in any other coun­ try. And consumption is highest in June and July. Whats Americas flavorite ice cream? V The number one selling flavor is vanilla, followed by chocolate. The United States is the world's largest producer of cheese with almost one-third of the milk produced each year going into cheese-making. Per capita, we eat more than 26 pounds of cheese a year with cheddar the number one selling cheese. 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NASHVILLE- 2 bedroom apartment 517-852-9386 VWGLX OF SIX Needs 3 to 4 bedroom home in Maple Valley School District. 517-852-3968. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH * GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......... 7 p.m. Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School , PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service........... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 ■ REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School......... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .......... 6 Wednesday Evening Worship..................... 7-p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Morning Celebration..... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School...............10:00 10:00 a.m.E a.m. Fellowship Time........ 10:30 10:30 a.m. a.m. Adult Class 10:50 a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('A ml. East of M-66, S ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 0:30 a m. Evening Worship :00 p.m. . Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: . Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Rivers by Andrew Haslam. Videos Read All Along: All About Teddy Bears, Read All Along: The Velveteen Rabbit; The Magic School Bus: Taking Flight; Dragonheart; Jerry McGuire; The Rock and Walt Disney’s That Dam Cat. The ,‘Read*Write*Now” program is available again this year courtesy of the United States Department of Educa­ tion. This program helps to build reading and vocabulary skills. There are games and activity suggestions for kids from preschoolers to sixth grade. The eight-week program is designed to encourage adult interaction with youngsters and is rewarded with a coupon redeemable for a free personal pan pizza from Pizza Hut. GRADUATION , from front page­ in the history of Maple Val­ fall to begin pre-med. ley," he said. Another highlight of this year's graduation ceremony was the presentation of awards from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation. This year, 19 graduates re­ ceived money from the foun­ dation, totaling $14,000. Among those awards, there was $2,000 from the Alice Keihl Estate, now known as the Keihl Award, and two $1,000 awards from the Eliza­ beth Good estate. Remaining funds were granted from funds generated by interest earned from donations. That Keihl award, granted to help a college freshman with first expenses, went to Marin Smith, one of the top gradu­ ates. She will be attending the University of Michigan in the PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship................ 9:30 a.m. Sun. School......................... 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 The "Good Awards" went to Roxanne Guernsey and Dan Leep this year. Guernsey will attend Western Michigan Uni­ versity this fall to begin stud­ ies in psychology and Leep will be off to Grand Valley, where he will be studying to become a physician's assis­ tant. Four of the remaining awards, all for $1,000, were given to Kevin Conkey, Kevin Hansen, Nick Thomp­ son, and Hannah Wieland. And 12 awards for $500 each went to Stacey Balko, Jennifer Gardner, Misty Haley, Jeffery James, Richard Krebs, Jim Mitchell, Angela Rumsey, Carla Shook, Heidi Vedder, Melanie Wendorf, Lucus Willcutt and Maple Valley graduate Joy Stine to continue her education in nursing. ST. CYRIL CYRIL ST. CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass......................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School................................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service............................ 7 p.m. Wed. Service.................................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS ।. Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. .Worship.......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Worship Service..................... 9:45 Sunday School....................... 11:15 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information calf 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PASTOR RANDY SMITH short way and fell down again. Police then pursued Shu­ maker on foot through the field and said when they caught up to Shumaker, he punched the officer, cutting his face. They said while rolling on the ground, Shu­ maker punched the officer sev­ eral more times, before he was handcuffed with the assistance of a citizen and a retired Michigan State Police officerShumaker is scheduled for a June 11 preliminary examina­ tion. Vermontville Township Public Library announces new titles available Want to Rent ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH him. Police said they began a pursuit and Shumaker began passing other vehicles on the left and right sides of north­ bound Main Street, reaching speeds up to 95 m.p.h. Police pursued Shumaker into Eaton County and said he began popping wheelies and trying to kick oncoming vehi­ cles. He then turned into a field and fell down. When po­ lice ordered him to lay on the ground, they said he got back on his motorcycle, went a Des Moines, got milk?® OV Americans love cheese! NASHVILLE — A Ver­ montville man has been charged with fleeing and elud­ ing, reckless driving and re­ sisting and obstructing fol­ lowing a May 27 pursuit by Nashville police. Nashville police said Spencer L. Shumaker, 25, was at the intersection of Pearl and South Main Street when he displayed a middle finger to a Nashville officer and crossed his motorcycle over the center line, forcing police to hit a curb to avoid REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 3 Marion L. Elliston Obituaries S5‘1V S51V Robie D. PufpaffBATl'LE CREEK - Robie D. Pufpaff, age 90, of Battle Creek, formerly of Nashville, passed away Monday, June 2, 1997 at Heartland Care Center, Battle Creek. Mrs. Pufpaff was bom July 4, 1906 in Blue Lake, the daughter of John and Colie JSS .vv vJv Sw S'w nN Xs S Midred B. Hill *V KfctS tSS* 2 Ww ’!* ■aiWestalH^t, . “J wiisMuita; ■”* MpsvtH^i, ■* **■ •tatktiilitjjj • tt m I tin fmOtn kAi# mrd^iUfaJlfli ■OK B(ti to Mik aim fcnfanWi fefo u, ml Him fa ■m AaUhraO ■H rttSnjWt tnd fiita.M®W tad, Ufa ■tt 1W, Mil« ■iA Cxla Sboct Hr.i'ilta Mdnie BfcU WfflntmdWl*’* fefe atalo*1 life isataMO^ HASTINGS - Mildred B. Hill, age 88, of Hastings, formerly of Nashville, passed away Monday, June 2,1997 at Battle Creek Health System. Mrs. Hill was bom February 7,1909 in Assyria Township in Barry County, the daughter of John and Eltie (Cheeseman) Miller. She attended Ellis Country School. She married Fred Hill in 1936. Mrs. Hill worked at Sunset Acres and Tungates Foster Care Home in the nursing care field and worked as a home health care aid for many years.. She also farmed with her husband on Cloverdale Rd. in Maple Grove Township for many years. She was a member of the former South Evangelical United Brethren Church and the Farm Bureau. Mrs. Hill was an excellent seamstress who designed and made clothes for everyone, she liked people and enjoyed dancing at the Maple Leaf Grange and travelling all over North (Brooks) Davis. She attended WK. Kellogg School in NashBlue Lake School and White- ville for 12 years. She moved hall High School inMuskegon. to Battle Creek in 1990. She was married to Adrian She was a member of the Pufpaff on September 28, former Nashville Evangelican 1928. Church, the Nashville United Mrs. Pufpaff worked on the Methodist Church and the family farm until moving to Springview Bible Study. Nashville and was the cook for Mrs. Pufpaff enjoyed crochetting, knitting, painting and loved animals, especially ________________________ her dog “Charcoal” and her two cats. America. She was preceded in death She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred on Decem- by her husband, Adrian on ber 11,1961; an infant daught- June 2, 1991; one son, er, Beverly Elaine Hill; two Kenneth; one daughter, Ruby step sons, Jake Hill and Mike Marie Pufpaff; eight brothers Hill; two brothers, Burrel Mill- and one sister. Mrs. Pufpaff is survived by er and Lyle Miller and one two sons, Clifton Pufpaff of sister, Quma Smith. Mrs. Hill is survived by two Hampstead, North Carolina and Harold PufpaffofNashvil­ daughters, Joan L Smith of Bellevue and Dallas J. Green le; a sister, Viola Davis; seven of Elkhart, Indiana; one son, grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Gary A. Hill of Middleville; Funeral services were held four grandchildren; three step on Thursday, June 5, 1997 at grandchildren; numerous great the Maple Valley Chapelgrandchildren; one brother, Genther Funeral Home in Maurice Miller ofBattle Creek and a sister, Sylvia Beach of Nashville. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Battle Creek. Memorial services were Nashville. held on Friday, June 6,1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel­ Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Reverend Don Roscoe officiated. Burial took place at Wilcox Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Foundation, Hospice ar Arthri­ tis Foundation. June M. Pember-------VERMONTVILLE - June M. Pember, age 79, off Vermontville, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 1997 at Tendercare of of Hastings. Hastings. Tendercare Mrs. Pember was bom on June 13, 1917 in Freeport, the daughter of Anthony and Hazel (Hinckley) Noviskey. She graduated from Freeport h School High gShe School. was ma.rried to Gerhardt Kunde and that ended in divorce..nneth She Pwas to Ke wembermarried on August 14, 14, 1961 1961 in in Vermontville. Vermontville. Mrs. Pember worked in packaging at Hastings Manu­ facturing for 30 years. She enjoyed quilting, dolls and and antiques. antiques. Mrs. Pember was preceded in death by a son, Duane Kunde; four brothers and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth; one son, Paul Kunde of Jennison; a grandson, Paul Robert Kunde; a step son, Henry Cowell of Vermontville; two brothers, Norman Noviskey ofHastings and Boyd Noviskey ofLowell; one sister, Eleanor Gween of Okeechobee, Florida and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 5, 1997 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Chaplain Bobbie Weller officiated. Burial took place at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Girl Scouts, Troop #153. Bernice M. Dahm_ I tff .........*, u i» * .5 ss? 5 SKW^ i» & s» s»* J ,s;<-,l> : NASHVILLE - Bernice M. United Methodist Church. Mrs. Dahm is survived by Dahm, age 91, of Nashville, passed husband, son, p1a9s9s7ed aaway atwTayhoMonday, Mmoanpdpalye , MJune Juanneo 2, 2r,, her Robert (Betty) Otto; Dahm one of Battle Creek; two daughters, Bonnie Jean (Gene) Wyant of Pavillion, Wyoming and Sharon JoraanndBcrhaidldyr eonfNaeslhevvielnle ; eirgehatt grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; two step-graduated from Nashville High grandchildren; one brother, School in 1923 and received Gerald Olmstead of Sarasota, her Teaching Degree from Florida and a sister, Geraldine Western Michigan University Johnson of Nashville. Funeral services were held in 1925. She taught school in eeor in n 1926 an Freeport and 1927.. Thursday, June 5, 1997 at She married Otto Dahm in Maple Valley Chapel-Genther F l Home. H R Reverend d Elkhart, Indiana on January 15, Funeral , James L. Hynes officiated. 1927. M27r.s. Dahm enjoyed reading, Burial took place at Lakeview meter Nashville. puzzles, traveling and square Cemetery, Memorial contributions dancing. She was a member of the may be made to Nashville Eastern Star, the Maple Leaf United Methodist Church or Grange and the NashvillePutnam Library. Hastings. Mrs. Dahm was bom on January 10, 1906 in Assyria Township ofBarry County, the daughter of Earl and Erma (Neal) Olmstead. She Southern and Virginia Summers. Mrs. Elliston is survived by one son, Jack (Rose) Dawson of Nashville; two daughters, Joyce (Robert) Baker of Delton and Frances (Lowell) Mead of Nashville; 12 grand-children; 18 great grandchildren; two great great grand­ children; one sister, Betty Pentecost of Charlotte; step children, Roselee (David) Murphy, Lloyd (Helen) Ellis­ ton, Jr. and Gloria Goodner all of Nashville, Sam (Marsha) Elliston and Jayne Gerald all of Michigan City, Indiana and CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 James Elliston of Hastings; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 10 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Graveside Graveside services services will will be be held Wednesday, June 11, 1997 at 1:00 pm at the Lake­ view Cemetery in Nashville with Rev. Jerry Gallaway officiating. 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Elliston, 87, of Nashville passed away Sunday, June 8, 1997 at her residence. She was bom on October 28, 1909 in Kalamo Township of Eaton County, the daughter of Charles Rudolph and Mary Elizabeth (Barnes) Gusey. She attended Wybel Coun­ try School, Vermontville High School and Nashville High School. She married Francis Dawson on January 3,1928 in Nashville. He passed away October 7, 1954. She married Lloyd Elliston on October 29, 1960 in Nashville. He passed away in April of 1962 Mrs. Elliston worked at J.C. Penney Store in Hastings for many years and for many Nashville businesses. She attended the Nashville United Methodist Church and the McCallum United Brethren Church in Delton. She was a member of the I Go - U Go Birthday Club in Nashville. She enjoyed needle work, sewing clothes, crochetting and flower gardening. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Cinda Broines; one great grandson, Russell Nichols; one great granddaughter, Jaimie Rose Broines; one brother, Harold Gusey; and two sisters, Vivian I TfUS Member FDIC �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. June 10, 1997 — Page 4 Memorial Scholarship Foundation celebrates its 10th anniversary by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter There was a special birth­ day party on the high school lawn during Memorial Day weekend, as many contribu­ tors and recipients gathered to celebrate 10 years with the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation. The foundation, an organi­ zation that has helped many grads with college and trade school tuition, began when two former teachers at MV, Junia Jarvie and Dorothy Car- Many people are responsible for the continued success of the foundation, including the MVMSF Board of Directors. The newest member to that board of Suzie Butler. penter, put their ideas and re­ sources together. They decided 10 years ago that a memorial foundation would be a wonder­ ful way to help graduates, and soon their plans just flourished. "It all began when a friend ofmine had passed away and I wanted to give to some type of scholarship in her mem­ ory," said Jarvie. "After giv­ ing it a lot of thought I felt that there should be some type of organization at Maple Val­ ley." Toward the end of that school year she talked with fellow teacher Dorothy Car­ penter and the two decided that the foundation would be a team effort. They began mak­ ing their plans public and soon the results were overwhelming. In fact in just ten years, that account has grown to more than $200,000. Though the two women knew what they needed to do, there were the nuts and bolts of the foundation to consider, and Maple Valley graduate Kevin Kirkpatrick and Attor­ ney David Dimmers became involved. They put their expertise to work to incorporate the organization, draw up by- Those who attended this special party found this large display on the high school lawn, depicting , the p history g y of the memorial scholarshipp foundationn, including contributors. Growth over the first ten years has been magnificent, and the board Of directors would like to thank all that have made that possible. The current Board of Directors includes (from left) Suzie Butler, Eloise Wheeler, Lois Gardner, Dorothy Carpenter, Junia Jarvie, Mary Belz, Elmer Jarvie and Mary Hecker. MVMSF just celebrated 10 years on the high school lawn during Memorial Day Weekend. Many gathered to reminisce, enjoy refreshments and take time to chat with old friends. laws and take care ofthe legalities. Then it was time to get the word out. They thought there must be others who felt the same way, and there were. "The Maple Valley News was a wonderful addition to our team at that point," said Jarvie. "There were numerous articles and new contributors were published." Back when the MVMSF was organized, to become a "founder" a family or individ­ ual needed to contribute $100 to the organization. "We ended up with 147 original founders," said Jarvie. Soon it was graduation time again, and for the first time in history, two Maple Valley graduates would receive money to further their educa­ tion through the foundation. "We gave away two schol­ arships that first year," said Jarvie. "$200 to a day school graduate and $100 to an adult edgrad." A few surprises were in store through the years. Con­ tributions kept coming in, some very large. The founda­ tion also was named in two wills, which have resulted in "named scholarship" awards each year. The first was the Alice Kiehl estate and the sec­ ond, the Elizabeth Good es­ tate, both were big surprises for the originators of the foundation. "I'll never forget the day that I learned we were to be named in an estate," said Jarvie. "I was visiting the su­ perintendent's office when a call came from an attorney, and I was handed the phone." She began answering ques­ tions and compiled informa­ tion to send out east, wondering if she would ever know who the contributor was. As it turned out, Elizabeth Good was making arrangements to settle her estate, and it wasn't until she died a few years later that her intent would be known. "It came as quite a surprise when Elizabeth Good left us 10 percent of her estate," said Jarvie. Carpenter added, "I just wish we could have gotten to know her a little better." Carpenter added that though being named in those two wills made a substantial difference in available money for graduates, the smaller donations from friends and neighbors have made the Memorial Scholarship Foundation what it is today because ofcontinual support. "What pleases us the most is the support from the community," said Carpenter. "Our friends and neighbors have really made a difference." As the funds have grown and more graduates have be­ come recipients through the foundation, Jarvie and Carpen­ ter have been careful to record all that has happened over the course of the past 10 years. All that was displayed on at the party. Many families in the area have been large con­ tributors, there have been fund-raisers and the support from school administrators has been overwhelming. "We hope that 20 years from now that someone else will have the foresight to con­ tinue that kind of recording," said Jarvie. "I think that this will become even more im­ portant for future grads. They may find that someone in their family was a contribu- tor." What about this year, when $14,000 was awarded to 19 grads? Though Carpenter and Jarvie are very busy with the foundation, they are not part of the selection process. A It all began when a friend of mine had passed away and I wanted to give to some type of scholarship in her memory. After giving it a lot of thought, I felt that there should be some type of organization at Maple 1 1■ Valley. — Junia Jarvie committee chooses who is to receive money each year. Once the selection is complete, it remains a secret until gradua­ tion day. "That selection committee has quite a job," said Jarvie. "We ask that the students be chosen on attitude, effort and the desire to succeed. They have donejust that!" The foundation also can be viewed as a choice for those who want to do something in memory of a family member or close friend. Rather than flowers, a memorial can be placed with the MVMSF. Anyone wishing to make a contribution can do so by con­ tacting either Junia Jarvie or Dorothy Carpenter or by send­ ing that contribution to The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, P.O. Box 715 Nashville, Mich. SCH0LHR If any member of your family has received an award from the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation their photo was probably somewhere on this display during the foundations birthday party. This year nineteen Maple Valiev grads received money for college or trade school ew bus? orpnlrinn fn h‘9h SCh?S early on Saturday May 24 probably saw this MSemo JriaaM|yeScEhod?arshifn Foundatlon bwlrtohudldayc PealertbVr-aLteath1e0r ytheaatrsd!aySptheeciMalatphlaenVkasl etoy S JaMe, EEd Edd Pease,,Foundatlon ,FLaorurn y dMautlsosnerwould w aonudldEllcmeelerbJraartveie 1fo0ryyears! thanks aella orfs t!h SSpecial eipr ehcairadl wth oarknks to merarveora o erarwor. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 5 Maple Valley fares well in Math Day competition HORIZON We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 — RESIDENTIAL — 'Wj FOR TIME CONSCIOUS FAMILY - Low maintenance inside & out. New roof, siding, drywall, carpet and landscaping. Country kitchen with 3Va-car garage in Nashville. (RE107DB) S?* «S?s «' ?$§ These eighth graders from The Valley were top winners at the area month competition this year. This trophy is the result of a lot of hard work and team effort. ■% lfclM is •w tawnm tain tantii tanq ksnh feain tat it •few hit tM W ill# •tali *^*t Uttthifel I Rjitas BBtmuajtJ ta®t’ RSM MlUli* state into. fetaiK HflstoiE siCapa- te^ijiteh Ukutaxi Tiiiui® nlimte dmdai l Bjta ittaiitak Mu Hui ibptBmt |«i to; toss' Hkbmii iKidiitah iknitM1 Xj^ot Misita8 no jdost W»' JjtS Otte Aijw’ita1* X(O. a fflteitllSife;1' ■-ta’ s®!*^ Maple Valley and teacher Sharlot Sours recently matched wits with surround­ ing schools for the annual Math Day competition, rank­ ing first in more than one di­ vision. The event, held each May, also includes junior and senior high students from Bellevue, Olivet and Potterville. Students compete in prob­ lem solving, completing "Quick Calcs, Dual Digs, and Jeopardy" The results this year for Maple Valley kids were super, according to all who at­ tended. In the eighth grade level, the Maple Valley "Blue Team," including Brian Burt, Jason Carrigan, Nicole Myers and Jenny Mansfield, returned to school with a first place trophy. To accumulate enough points to earn that title, they needed to rank above other schools in most every math challenge put in front of them. But by working hard as a team and on an individual basis, they did just that. Brian Burt added to the total with a first place overall for his work in Quick Calcs, with Nicole Myers taking a close second. There was also a red team of eighth-graders who did very well when going brain to brain with other districts. Levi McIntire, Tim Wawiernia, Jenny Rugg and Philicia West took a third place rating over­ all, competing against seven other schools. Then there were the ninth­ graders, a team of teens who came back with a trophy that took a little extra effort. Though a final score of seven points overall won them the first place trophy, that fol­ lowed a real brain teaser of an afternoon. Dual Digs seemed to give this group of kids a little headache. That contest, where kids must team up to answer ques­ tions, had ended in a tie for second place, and the chance to win first place in overall competition. Working to- gether at least was not diffi­ cult for Michelle Jewell and Eren Berry. They managed to put their heads together once again and come out on top of the tie-breaker. Other members of the ninth grade blue team had placed second in Jeopardy to help with an overall score that took them the championship. Among team members were Josh Olsen, and Craig Harvey. Maple Valley had a second team of ninth-graders that placed second in Quick Calcs and tied for second place in Dual Digs. A combination of events landed that team in third place overall in competi­ tion. 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When the service got under r, 10 area way this year, churches were represented. While some led the congregation in song, others had a short message or a prayer be­ fore sending the seniors on their way. "Guest" Dan Johnson, how- ever, brought a very personal message to the teens about their last steps through high school and the road to inde­ pendence. Johnson is youth minister at the Ada Bible Church. Shortly after Johnson was introduced by his close friend, area pastor Marc Livingston, it became clear that he was chosen because of his ability to "talk on the teens level. "I could tell you that he was chosen because he is good looking, or intellectual or loaded with money," said Livingston. "But the truth is,, we chose someone who can connect with you. Someone who has walked where you are about to walk not so long ago." He added, "Dan also really has a heart for the Lord." Johnson did not stand at a J podium, but walked right into the crowd to talk, often handing his microphone to some of the soon to be grads and asking them to participate in the program. Though that step from high Teresa Rountree Go Through Hell And High Water For My Customers." 616-945-3426 or 616-795-4136 Qntui _^r>2l BUNDY REALTY, INC. 2293 GUN LAKE RD., HASTINGS ------ 945-3426 - Dan Johnson, Youth Minister at Ada Bible Church presented this years grads with a very humorous message about the pains taken to gain independence, which he called, "Look Mom, No Hands!" school into the work force or into a college situation is a large one for most, he re­ minded students that it was just one more step oh the road to independence. They had, in fact, been working on becom­ ing less reliable on their moms and dads for quite some time. "Think back," he said, "to NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON INCREASING PROPERTY TAXES The Village Council of Nashville Village will hold a public hearing on a proposed increase of 0.55918 mills in the oper­ ating tax millage to be levied in 1997. The hearing will be held on Thursday, June 12,1997 at 7:00 pm. 204 N. Main. The date and location of the meeting to take action on the proposed additional millage will be announced at this public meeting. If adopted, the proposed additional millage will increase operating revenues from ad valorem prope taxes 3.85% over such revenues generatedby feviespermittedwithout holding a hearing. If the proposed adcfitional miMage rate is ; not approved the operating revenue will increase by 0.15% over the preceding year’s operating revenue. The taxing unit publishing this notice, and identified below, has complete authority to establish the number of mills to be levied from within its authorized millage rate. This notice is published by Nashville Village, 206 N. Main Nashville, Ml. 517-852-9544 your first steps or potty train­ ing, all part of independence. "In fact I bet there's pictures of those events that may sur­ face at your graduation parties. Johnson also mentioned learning to ride a bike, first dates and getting a driver's li­ cense. "I'll bet you all remember that first bike ride," he said. "Look mom, no hands! "We have been celebrating independence our whole lives." He went to say that upon hitting graduation day, some teens feel that they can no longer ask for help, that inde­ pendence from high school means that they are on their own."When we graduate, by na­ ture, we feel that we must immediately become 'adults,'" he said. "We have grown up striving for that independence and now we don't need any­ one's help, thank you very much!" That kind of an attitude ac­ cording to Johnson, though normal, often leads to failure. "It's typical," he said. "That we don't want to stop to ask for directions, we don't read instructions, in fact many of us struggle with asking any­ one for help." Johnson relayed to the grads that asking for help is OK, everyone needs someone to lean on now and then. "Maybe we were created to need some help," he said. "Life is difficult and the road is a little easier if you have friends and family to depend on." Johnsonalso had a few pointers for his audience, things that he said would make their lives more fulfill­ ing. "The first," he said, "is to reflect on what made you who you are today." Though it’s sometimes a scary thought, he said that as everyone grows older, they become more like their parents. "Thank them for what they have given you," he said. "They are responsible for continue page 6 Marie Jewell left fellow classmates with a solo known as "Heirlooms"which brought cheers from her audience. She was among four grads that joined area clergy on stage during the Baccalaureate Program. Many 1997 grads had special music or poetry to share with classmates. Teri Sessions, a very talented vocalist, said good-bye to classmates with a solo. It’s Vacation Bible School time again at Maple Grove Bible Church, beginning Monday, June 16. The Church is located 5 miles south ofNashville on M-66 and 1/2 mile east on Cloverdale Road. “The God Who Answered by Fire” is the theme of the school this year, with lessons from the life of the prophet Elijah. All children are invited to the sessions from 9:30-11:45 each morning Monday through Friday. Parents and friends are invited to the closing program which will be presented at 7:30 Friday evening, June 20. For transportation or further informa­ tion, Call Mrs. Ruth Potter at 852-0861 �The Maole Valiev News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 7 Sheryl McLean decides to end education career by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer After 27 years in education, Sheryl McLean has announced that she will no longer be teaching. It's only been weeks since her husband, soon to be for­ mer Maple Valley Superinten­ dent Alan McLean, announced his retirement. Sheryl McLean said that she really had not expected to make such an an­ nouncement. She hadn't been pursuing another career, but opportunity came knocking and she knew the time was right. "I'm not really leaving edu­ cation," she said during a re­ cent interview, "I will be working with a firm that writes textbooks that we use in our classrooms." That firm, Scott Foresman Addison Wesley, ranks fifth in the world among publishers, creating K-12 reading, math and science texts. They were looking for a person with a background in education to work with their representatives when producing new products. Sheryl actually will be a consultant working with that firm to put materials together in a way that would be most beneficial to both students and teachers. "They wanted someone who had a background in education," she said, "someone BACCALAUREATE, from page 6 making you what you are to­ day. Use that to make an im­ pact on someone else!" Pointer number two giyen to the teens was to identify what they are good at and en­ joy and remember to pursue those things. He paused and began handing the mike to various students, asking just what it was that they were good at. "We call these things spiritual gifts," he said. "And each of you possess something special." Johnson then told the group that the last and most important of his suggestions was to explore a relationship with Jesus Christ. "I'm not going to tell you that you have to be religious,:" he said. "But at least explore that relationship." Each of the grads had been given a New Testament upon entering the auditorium that evening, a gift from the Gideons. Johnson held up his copy of the testament and explained to the teens on a very "upbeat" level what they would find while reading and by getting to know Christ close to teachers who would know what they want and need.” Though at Maple Valley for only three of the 27 years she has spent teaching, she has gotten computers into the Ti­ tle One program, was Maple Valley's first School to Work coordinator, initiated the accelerated reading program, and began the first-ever reading mentor program. She can also take credit for developing the "at risk" budget, which was strictly volunteer, and-implementing the Maplewood Quilt Project, which has become one of the highlights of the Vermontville Syrup Festival. "I will really miss the quilt p"Aronjde cItc,"an'tshe take commented. credit for the they would find the strength success of our mentor proneeded to cope those situa- gram or accelerated reading tions in life that are most dif­ program on my own. It took lots of help from every buildficult. "I had a very close friend I ing." want She has also been a volunteer want to to tell tell you you about, about, and and how Christ affected his life," for things such as the recent said Johnson. painting project which inHis story was about a cluded all of Maple Valley's young man he called Ryan and buildings. She credits her parhow he was such a great per­ ents for that trait. "My parents have always son with everything going in his direction, but then a terri- been wonderful volunteers,' she said. "I have had good ble accident ended Ryan's life. "He was hit by a truck last teachers!" Fellow teachers and admin­ August and was brain dead almost immediately," Johnson istrators at Maple Valley have said. "He was a Christian and said they will miss her enthu­ it was knowing that he was siasm, and those who will be now in heaven with the Lord working with her at Scott that made his death bearable Foresman Addison Wesley say for all of us. they "feel fortunate". "Don "I am thrilled to have "Don’’tt take take your your time-this time,-this is something that you need to someone with her integrity and character on board," said do now." Other highlights of the Bob Price. "We need someone evening included some selec- who relates well with Title tions from members of the One staff, curriculum directors senior class. Dan Leep's po- and administrators. Sheryl is etry, Devon Durkee's short that type of person." The position, according to speech, and solos performed by Marie Jewell and Teri Ses- Price, also requires a lot of sions brought cheers from their classmates. HELP WANTED Persons interested in being on the Nashville Ambulance. No experience necessary, will train. 517-852-9661 Maple Valley Arms Apartments 100- 106 Lentz Nashville, MI 49073 Now Accepting Application 1 Bedroom Apartment Stove and Refrigerator furnished. Subsidized For application, Phone... 852-0852 or 852-0760 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Garage Sale Sheryl McLean began many new programs at Maple Valley where mostwill remember her as a great reading teacher, or as part of the school to work program. But perhaps things like the Maplewood Quilt will have a greater impact on her former students. She began the quilt project two years ago and results have been phenomenal. drive, someone who is very self motivated. There will be weekend work, travel and no summer breaks. But McLean said that isn't really much dif­ ferent than she is used to. She will still help to get Maple Valley's summer school pro­ gram up and running (in her spare time) and she has spent many extra hours during her teaching career to assure that kids won't be short changed. Sheryl began her new duties as a consultant Monday (June 9), though just finishing her classroom duties Friday. She said that it will be hard to leave her classroom, but she won't be a stranger in these program at Maple Valley," parts, always there if someone she said, "and lots of people has questions. who have helped to made my "I’m leaving behind a good job a pleasant one." NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, May 21,1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 ext. 225 or 485-6444 ext. 225. Linda M. 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Barker-Leik Funeral Home Burkhead-Green Funeral Home Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home Estes-Leadley Funeral Homes Field & Leik Funeral Home Osgood Funeral Homes Palmer-Bush Funeral Homes Peters & Murray Funeral Home Pray Funeral Home Riley Funeral Home Rosier Funeral Home Shelly-Odell Funeral Home Skinner Funeral Home Smith Funeral Homes Tiffany Funeral Home Independent Family Funeral Home Association © PFH INC 1997 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 8 Thirteen adult education students to graduate tonight a different way for some kids by Cindy J Smith to get a high school diploma, StaffWriter Thirteen young men and almost one year ago was women will take part in what mostly because of budgetary is no ordinary graduation pro­ reasons. Adult education fund­ ing from the state was to be gram tonight. Many are teens who were virtually non-existent, but a able to obtain a high school program such as this would be diploma because ofthe insight funded much like general edu­ to begin the alternative educa­ cation. It would also be a good altion program at Maple Valley. The decision to implement ternative for teens who did not the program, which serves as "fit" in a regular school set- MAPLE VALLEY 7NS Real Estate A ting for a number of reasons. Whether a student was in trouble with the law, facing expulsion or maybe having a truancy problem, this program would provide a place for those youths away from the general school population. Some called it a 'second chance" There would have to be at least 24 students enrolled, however, to make the program MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS * THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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(VL-22) BUILDING SITE: APP■ROX. 2 NASHVILLE-3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Recently remodeled. Ideal, starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." (V-66) ONE ACRE on blacktop road, nat. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to good fishing lake. Call Homer. (VL-67) 3 ACRES WITH 700 FT. THORNAP­ PLE RIVER FRONTAGE, south of Vermontville. Blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-65) BUILDING SITE (17 ACRES) WITH 26x30 BUILDUP 2</>> acre pond, roL Q aondy, w/trees, stream cesses property. IN COUNTRY ON Wi ACRES -1989 manufactured home with walk-out basement. 3 'bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the details. (CH-64) NEAR NASHVILLE - YOUR CHOICE OF (4) 2-ACRE PARCELS AT $11,900 EACH!! Rolling & "tree NASHVILLE priced at $51,9001! neat, 1% story "st home." Three bedrooms. Call Homer. (N-61) IN lined" with "walk-out" sites for building. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 1.2 i barn & granary — on 4 plus acres. Needs work,0%^cl ^cl "as is." Call Homer Home for details. H-56) SOUTH OF NASHVILLE - 2 houses ACRES EACH - Priced at $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) The system here really worked for me. It is a great second .. chance. — Erin Hokanson, Class of ’97 productive. Now, at the end of the 1996-1997 academic year, the alternative education program has grown immensely. There were in excess of 60 students by second semester, enough that an additional teacher was hired to handle the load. Now, as they prepare to walk down the isle to get that diploma, four graduates, all with very different backgrounds, have said that Maple Valley's alternative ed pro­ gram has made a tremendous impact on their lives and their prospects to be successful later in life. "Ifit hadn't been for alterna­ tive ed, I wouldn't have ever graduated," said Erin Hokanson, who will be speaking at graduation. "The teachers here are a great asset to young people." Hokanson, who at one point had been in a traditional setting at Maple Valley never lacked any motivation, but had problems and could not re­ turn to the high school. She was also on her own, holding down a job and paying for an apartment. It was Tate Mix and Linda Miller who gave her the in­ centive she needed. "That was the hardest part," said Erin. "Working and at the same time going to school, but I had to work, I had bills to pay." Mix and Miller worked with Erin, giving her the extra support she needed along the way. "They took all of my needs into consideration," said Hokanson. "You have to have a good education and the sys­ tem here really worked for me. It's a good answer for a lot of people and a second chance!" Lucus Forquer was another of the program's success sto­ ries. Traditional high school had been difficult. After high school sports had been eliminated for him because ofmed­ ical problems, he lost his desire to stay in school. He said he also felt a lot of peer pressure at the high school. It was a call from Deb Baker at the alternative ed building last fall that prompted him to return to school. "I knew that this was the answer for me," he said. "It just felt right." Another thing that impressed Luke was that in the alternative ed building everyone was on an even playing field. There was no cliques. "No social class like in other places," he said. "And these teachers treated us like adults, and let us use our creativity." Luke loves to write and someday hopes to write a book. He said it just took the right combination of teachers and surroundings to convince him that he could be success- ful. Thomas Stube had a struggle much different than that of his classmates. He was attending both daytime and night classes, and raising a family. He was going to graduate somehow, and that's all there was to it. "When I got this close to graduating I had some difficult choices to make," he said. "I had a family to support, but needed that diploma to have the ability to do that so I quit my job and began attending both day and evening classes." Stube said that he couldn't' have done it without support from his family. His wife had agreed to go to work so he could get his education. "I had to have nine credits this year, so I was always in school," he said. "If it wasn't for Amanda, I never could have done this." Now with a toddler at home and the news that a second See Adult Ed. Page 9 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-032$ Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel • Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe • Crane Service • Limestone • Large and Small Field Tile — Call for Free Estimates — �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 9 Nashville Community’s annual garage sales planned June 21 ADULT EDUCATION, continued from Page 8 baby is on the way, Stube has It was a lot of work, but noth­ Forquer, Shane Gillean, that diploma and will be enter- ing compared to the work that Zachariah Histed, Erin Hokanahead!" son, Gretchen Priesman, ing the military in a few lies Among the graduates to make David Reynolds, Barry SeA weeks following graduation. "They (the armed forces) thatjourney to the stage at the ume, Jason Smith, Thomas wouldn't even talk to me MV auditorium in front of Stube and Tommi Jo when I was talking about family and friends tonight are VanOrder. That ceremony will begin at writing a GED,” he said. John Belles, Heather Carpen"Now that I have my diploma ter, Darin Cheeseman, Lucas 7 p.m. I am well on my way and will have the ability to support my family. The service will also make college possible." When Stube had started at the alternative ed building last The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are fall, he had his doubts about open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, the longevity ofthe program. disability, age or religion: June 11 — Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:00 "They kept saying at the p.m. at the USDA Building. beginning of the school year June 12 — Exploration Days Orientation Meeting, 7:00 p.m. that they needed 24 students in at the Extension Office. order for the program to con­ June 12 — Livestock entries due to Fair Office (9:00 to 12:00, tinue," he said. "I was afraid 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.). there wouldn't be enough. June 14 — 4-H Point Horse Show, 8:30 a.m. at the Expo Now there's 65!" Center. John Belles is the only one June 18 — 4-H Council Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the Pleasantin this first group of graduates view Community Church in Lacey. who was a "night student" June 21 — 4-H Shooting Sports Fair Competition. rather than with the daytime June 23 — Small Animal Sale Mandatory Meeting, 7:30 p.m. alternative ed program. at the Expo Center. Before coming to Maple While mom and dad are dragging those treasurers out of the attic for the village June 24 — Teen Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Valley he was a student at wide garage sale, many area children will be making a quick buck marketing their June 27 — Non-Livestock entries due to Fair Office. Hastings, and said that the Reminder: To Farm Owners who received the LEPC Infor­ lemonade or Kool-Aid for bargain hunters. Don't miss Nashvilles annual community atmosphere here was much mation packets, please send back-your posatcards — so Barry wide garage sale on June:21. County’s Emergency Planning Committee can include it in different, he was more com­ their database. Nashville will be a bargain in anticipation of some good sales in Nashville this week- fortable. "It was a really friendly at­ hunters paradise Saturday June deals, Nashville-residents are end," said Dave Mace. "There to rake-in jome ex- will be signs up all over mosphere," he said. "Everyone 1 21, as residents participate in preparing tra cash. town, with bargains on every worked as a team." the annual community garage "No need for maps to find block." Belles said that he never had sale. . While some residents are any doubts about his future While serious garage sale­ cleaning out garages, attics, once he had begun at Maple goers clip out ads and map basements and closets this Valley, but his high school their routes around the county week, they may decide to get diploma is just the beginning, rid ofjust what your looking not the end. for. "I really feel great about Lisa A. 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Mrs.Hansen's forth graders from Kellogg Elementary decided that it was pretty hard work. Maple Valley were treated to hands-on lessons in soil and water conservation, wildlife habitat, erosion, forestry, tap­ ping of maple trees, planning and zoning, and attracting and caring for bluebirds. It was a busy day, and each station visited had a some­ thing unique for the kids. While some tried their hand a soil borings, others made a human city and planned for parks and schools. Each child also left with a bag full of goodies, a tree to plant and a hug from Smoky the Bear! This was all part of a plan by Barry Soil and Water to begin "planting the seeds early" in young minds, hoping that they will practice good conservation habits and learn to appreciate all that na­ ture has provided in Barry County. Some of the guests at this year's event included teachers, employees from NRCS, state and county officials, MSU scientists and local high school students. Unlike many field trips, this was one where small groups of children actu­ ally held a scientific experi­ ment or hands-on demonstration in almost every one of the 19 stations visited that day. At die conclusion of each session was time for ques­ tions. Some of the favorites in­ cluded Wayne Pennock of Nashville, whom many know from the maple syrup indus- One of the most popular stations at the Charlton Park Conservation Day event was "Wildlife". These ducks came along with Lon Koops to teach kids the importance of protecting wildlife habitat try. When visiting his try.When hisstation, station, the children learned the nuts and bolts oftree tapping. Then there was Steve Bare from the district, who led each group in decision making during a planning and zoning session. Though planning for future growth may sound less exciting than other subjects, the t kids were all involved in mapping human cities. "It was pretty wild!" said one fourth-grader. Soil mapping also proved to be interesting, with Gay Lyn Kinter from NRCS in charge. Each child had a turn at the auger and then the chance to feel and smell differ­ ent types of soils. Another favorite was Larry Hayward, director with Barry Soil and Water, who brought along his bluebird houses and children learned how to attract the birds, and take care of them. "Did you know that blue­ birds are people friendly?" If not disturbed too often, he said, the birds actually wel­ come help from human friends. At the conclusion of the day, fourth-graders had a seedling to plant in their own back yard, lots of stories to tell about their "day in the field" and perhaps a better ap­ preciation ofthe world around them.- These children are learning about the limited supply of fresh water for drinking. Wanted Wanted: Old movie posters. Call evenings, Jack 414-634-6390. National Ads $200 TO $500 WEEKLY from your home mailing cirrculars for a telephone company. Easy! Respectable! FT/PT. 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All Eaton County AARP members or anyone over 50 years of age are welcome to join. On Monday, June 23, there will be a visitation bus trip to Eaton Rapids for luncheon with the “Rocking Chair Deserters” at the Eaton Rapids Senior Center, follow­ ed by a program by Director Klien of the National VFW Children’s Home, after which the group will tour through the grounds before returning to Charlotte. Group members will board an Eatran bus at the Charlotte Eagles Aeries No. 3552 at 9 a.m. for the trip. They will arrive back about 3 p.m. The charge of $6 per person for this event covers bus fee, the luncheon and few incidentals. RSVP by calling (517) 645-2331. Though the local AARP is There are a lot of treasurers in the woods. When these youngsters dug out the pine cones nestled in needles on the forest floor at Charlton Park they learned that they are much more than just a decoration. From Our Readers... Paul Felder an exemplary teen Dear editor: aware of the time and effort The typical ’90s teenager is Paul has put into teaching the considered by many sources females of the Maple Valley as a menace to society — one area self-defense. Each Monto be tolerated and not day in May, Paul met with aprespected. Contrary to this proximately 12 women to thinking is a fine example of a teach them how to defend ’90s teenager; one who is themselves in a serious, conkind, considerate, socially frontational situation. He was aware, as well as generous. instructional, patient, and This young man has broken highly knowledgeable as he the typical stereotype and has joined his efforts with local climbed new horizons police as well as his supporreaching out to his fellowman ting parents. (woman) to make a difference I was impressed that Paul in his community. charged no fee, that his This young man is local dedication, kept him well over teen Paid Felder. class time to make sure we Many people may not be understood techniques, and that he handled the issue of “date rape” with several teenage girls as a matter of finesse while never succumb­ ing to the obvious uncomfor­ table nature of the issue. He showed tremendous sup­ port to his family, even allow­ ing them to offer their ideas OFFERING COMPLETE without being egotistical. WATER & WELL If you missed this class, I DRILLING & PUMP would encourage you to call Paul and ask him to teach you SALES & SERVICE self-defense. He may able you 4" to 12” WELLS to save your own life or maybe the life of a woman » Residential you love. I appreciate Paul for giving • Commercial my girls and me the con­ • Farm fidence and ability to believe inf ourselves and the We stocka complete knowledge to protect the life lineof... God has given us. May God • Pumps / Tanks bless him as ’he continues to • Plastic A Steel Pl| jpow to be a productiv • OUier Wen Suppft member of society. He ha; done his kind parents proud! KariBurd EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE VanCourt also transported a group to the District Medicare Conference in Kalamazoo May 30. Speakers included Jim Whiting, AARP State President from Michigan; Ben Cook, National Legislative Council, Bullard, Texas; Otto Schultz, Board of Directors, Madison, Wise.; Bill Decker, Public Policy Institute, Washington, D.C.; Joan King, National Legislative Tara Miller of Charlotte was hired June 1 by Eaton County MSU Extension to work as a life skills instruc­ tor with at-risk families. Her duties will include teaching food preparation and nutrition information to food stamp eligible families. The goal is to help them make wise food choices to stretch the food purchased with food stamps. This will include demonstrating how to use commodity foods and create an understanding of family nutritional health needs. She will also teach money and home manage­ ment skills to potentially atrisk homeless families. Miller attended Lansing Community College and Sauk Valley Community Gay question was inappropriate To the editor: I was appalled to see on the front page of the June 3 issue of the Maple Valley News, a question regarding gay teachers in our school system. It is hard to believe that this was the first question that came to mind to ask the school board candidates. As a secretary at Maple Valley Schools, I have work­ ed with the staff for 13 years and have had children attend Maple Valley over a span of 19 years and I have never con­ cerned myself with that question at all. The staff has always been very professional, caring and put the students above all else. If this is supposed to be sen Rational jouma1 ism, then giv me good journalism. Shame on you! Kathy Nickel College in a business cur­ riculum. She and her hus­ band are in a farm business partnership. “I am extremely pleased to be able to offer this posi­ tion to Tara. She has demonstrated through her adult volunteering with 4-H Youth that she possesses the skills to be successful in this position,” said Mona Ellard, Eaton County MSU Extension Director. “She has the ability to teach basic skills in a systematic yet creative way using a variety of techniques.” The life skills position was made financially possible through two funding sources, a federal HUD grant secured by Housing Services for Eaton County and the Federal Family Nutrition Program. Please phone 726-0067 if interested. 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Following the potluck meetings are held the meeting, the group went to the first Monday each month at park and launched 1,000 to 11:30 a.m. at the CASC 1,500 red, white and blue Building, 1370 No. Clinton balloons to emphasis Trail — comer of Highway Medicare for a Healthier M-50 and Vermontville America. Highway. Programs follow The local AARP’s Monday, potlucks, such as music, June 16 meeting’s main topic bingo, cards, videos, will be planning for “Senior speakers, etc. Citizen’s Day” at the Eaton The general business County Fair in Charlotte meetings are held the third where members hope to have Monday of each month at the a booth again this year. Also, same location and will from “Frontier Days” are not too time to time include a far off. speaker. The program committee are Anyone 50 years of age or looking at plans for an even­ over are welcome. For more ing dance, as well as the pro­ information, call (517) grams for the regular 543-6075 or (517) meetings. There will be three 645-2331/7064. $ SUMMER JOBS $ Tara Miller joins MSU Extension Service Would you like a Community Garage Sale August 1st & 2nd? (517) not allowed to sponsor bus tours, they can arrange them through licensed and insured carriers. It is expected that in­ dividuals carry their own in­ surance in regards to ac­ cidents they may have. Vice President Jack Van Court took a group of officers and board members to an of­ ficers training meeting at the Michigan AARP office in Lansing and returned with in­ formation and ideas for the local chapter. CREDIT CHECK &et Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1 -888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 12 Ways to prevent lawn mower injuries Accidents are just waiting to happen — you see them so frequently during peak lawn mowing months. Parents holding small children on their laps while they mow with riding mowers. Homeowners back­ ing up slopes and pulling power mowers up after them. Men, women and teens wearing sandals or ten­ nis shoes to mow. The list could go on, and the accidents do happen — lawn mower injuries send hundreds of people to hospital emergency rooms every year, says Howard Doss, Extension safety leader at Michigan State University. Lawn mower operators could prevent most of those accidents by following these safety steps, says Pat Tirrell, Eaton County Horticulturist. “The first step is to dress properly, and that means wearing a sturdy work boot or shoe with a hard sole, heavy tread for good traction CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE Of PUBLIC HEARING and FILING of SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL ROGERS ROAD SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan, having resolved its intention to pave the private drive called Rogers Road in Dull’s Plat #1, and has made its final determination of a special assessment district which consists of the following lots which are benefited by the improvements and against which all of the cost of the said improvement shall be assessed: Lots numbered 1,2,3,4,5,6, 7, and 8 of Dull’s Plat #1. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN THAT the Supervisor of Castle­ ton Township has made and certified a special assessment roll for the special assessment district, which sets forth the relative portion of the cost to be levied in the form of a special assessment against each benefitted lot in the special assess­ ment district. TAKE NOTICE THAT THE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON WEDNESDAY, THE 2ND OF JULY, 1997 AT 7:00 P.M. AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL, 915 REED ST., NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN 49073 TO REVIEW THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY OBJECTIONS THERETO. SAID SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AS PREPARED HAS BEEN REPORTED TO THE TOWN­ SHIP BOARD AND IS ON FILE WITH THE TOWNSHIP CLERK AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL FOR EXAMINATION. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF THE CONFIRMATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY OF INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING. An appearance may be made by an owner or party of interest, or his/her agent, in person or, as an alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the township by letter prior to the hearing, in which case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required. Dated: June 5,1997 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township (305) on turf and leather uppers to protect the feet,” she advises. Sandals, tennis shoes and other flimsy footwear are not acceptable because they offer little or no protection and may permit feet to slip on grass. When starting power mowers, follow the starting procedures outlined in the owner’s manual, Tirrell urges. Be sure your feet and hands are clear before you start the machine — it’s very easy to slip a foot under the mowing deck. Never carry a passenger on a riding mower. “Parents may think it’s safer to have a small child with you on the mower so you know where the child is, but it’s difficult to operate the mower properly while you hold onto a child,” Tir­ rell says. “And it takes only seconds for a child to fall beneath the blades. Serious injuries and deaths have oc­ curred when children have fallen off a parent’s lap while riding a mower.” Riding mowers are not well suited to mowing slopes and mowing close to bushes and other objects. Use a walking mower for these chores. When mowing a slope with a push-type mower, always mow across it rather than up and down. If you’re above a walking mower on a slope, you could slip down into it. If you’re below it, it could slide down on you. Always push a walking mower rather than pull it. If you’re pushing it and you fall, you’ll push it away from you. If you’re pulling it, you tend to pull it onto you. Mowing frequently is a matter of safety as well as lawn health and appearance, Tirrell says. Tall, thick grass is more likely to be GET EVEN! Even up your lawn with the Stihl FS 36 Trimmer. It trims spots your mower can't. $13995 • 30.2 cc; 10.1 lbs. without cutting head and deflector • Flow-through primer for easy starting • Double line Tap Action™ head • Built-in hanger/stand • Adjustable loop handle STIHL As Good As You Thought Priced Less Than You Think. VERN’S REPAIR New Summer Hours!! Now Open Wednesdays!! Mon.-Fri. 7:30 - 12:00 & 1:00 - 5:30; Sat. 7:30 - 1:00: Closed Sundays 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 (616) 367-4544 The #1 Selling Chain Saw Worldwide STIHL wet, harder to cut and more likely to clog the discharge area of the mower than short, dry grass. If a clog does occur, turn the mower off and wait until the blades stop turning before you try to unclog it. Keep other people and pets away from the mowing area to minimize the chance of injury from objects thrown by the mower. If not removed from the mowing area, stones, sticks, wires, dog bones, toys and other objects can be ejected from the mower at high speed and seriously injure the mower operator, bystanders or pets, and damage nearby buildings, vehicles and other objects. Ifyour mower is gasolinepowered, always fuel, refuel and start it outdoors. This reduces the hazard of fire and eliminates the possibili­ ty of carbon monoxide buildup in an enclosed space. Whenever you work on a gasoline-powered mower, disconnect the spark plug and ground it (attach the spark plug wire) to non­ painted metal on the mower, Tirrell advises. If you don’t do this, turning the blades may bring the engine to life. “Simply removing the spark plug wire is not enough — you must ground it on unpainted metal,” she says. Teach anyone who will be using the mower how to use it properly. Instruct, demonstrate, supervise and follow up with more instruc­ tion as needed to help youngsters and others learn how to use a power mower safely, she urges. If you’re shopping for a mower, look for a machine carrying the triangular seal of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (on gaspowered models) or the Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL) seal (on electricpowered mowers). “New mowers come with many safety features,” Tir­ rell observes. “But the ultimate responsiiblity for safe use rests with the operator. If you use good judgment and follow recom­ mended procedures with a lawn mower, you should have few problems.” International Cooking Pizza With An Accent Whets The Appetite When you make pizza on a loaf of French bread, it’s a la Francaise. Add some Monterey Jack and chopped jalapeno and you’ve got pizza Mexicali. Originally, in Italy, favorite toppings included ricotta with sugar and spice, or mussels, ham, anchovies and sardines._____ (NAPS)—Although pizza began in Naples, Italy, and is now a favorite in small towns across the U.S.A., you can easily adapt it to fit any cuisine. Make it on French bread and it’s a la Francaise. A little jalapeno pepper and some Monterey Jack and it’s Mexicali To get creatively interna­ tional at home, all you need is some deliciously thick pizza sauce, such as Ragu Pizza Quick which comes in Traditional, Pepperoni, Garlic & Basil, Chunky Mushroom and Chunky Tomato flavors. With Ragu Pizza Quick sauce and your imagination, the world is your pizza. / Pizza Provencal 1 long loafFrench bread, split lengthwise 1 jar (14 ounces) Ragu Pizza Quick sauce 1 cup thinly sliced yellow pepper 1 cup thinly sliced red pepper 1 cup thinly sliced zucchini 32 cup sliced black olives 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preheat oven to 375°F. Place French bread halves on baking sheet. Evenly top each with Ragu Pizza Quick sauce. Layer yel­ low and red peppers, zuc­ chini and black olives. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and parsley. Bake 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Serves & Mexicali Pizza Muffins 6 English muffins, split and toasted 1 jar (14 oz.) Ragu Pizza Quick sauce 1 can (8% oz) red kidney beans, drained 1 cup chopped onion 1-2 tablespoons finely choppedjalapeno pepper 12 tortilla chips 2 cups (8 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 tablespoon chili powder Preheat oven to 425°F. Spoon IV2 tablespoons Ragu Pizza Quick sauce on each toasted muffin half. Evenly top with beans, onion, jalapeno pepper, tortilla chips and cheese. Sprinkle with chili powder. Bake 12-15 minutes of until heated through. Serves 12. More pizza recipes as well as other Italian dishes can be found by visiting Ragu’s Mama’s Cucina on the world wide web at http://www.eat.com ♦** Nothing happens to anybody, which he is not fitted by nature to bear. —Marcus Aurelius Antoninus H.V.A.C. Service Tech ./Installer/lnstaller Leadmen: Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. person­ nel. Are you ready to advance into the commercial and industrial market? Become involved in all phases of commercial and industrial systems, including state of the art controls, restaurants and supermarket refrigeration. Quality Air has new openings in our expanding Service Department. Piping and welding experience a plus. Business Services Send your resume’ to: BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE. $ 18.00 per room,2room minimum. All pre-spray’s i included. Any room over 250sq.fL considered 2 moms Stain resistant and pet odor removal available. Furniture moving included. We have a full-line of services available. Cars, boats & R.V.’s. Furniture cleaning includes stain resistant re-applied at no extra charge. We serve Lake Odessa and Hastings areas. Give us a call, 616-374-3035.__ ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Quality Air Heating & Cooling HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554. 3395 Kraft Ave., S.E., Grand Rapids, Ml 49512 Attn: Service General Manager FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering.1 • Complete Collison Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville i Ph. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 fax (616) 945-5192 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 fax (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 10, 1997 — Page 14 Prevent lawn mower injuries at home Maple Valley graduate receive law degree Lizabeth Fox Brott graduated cum laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School May 17. She graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1975 and received her bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in 1979. Upon graduatnig from MSU, she was employed as a deputy sheriff with Ingham County Sheriff’s Department for seven years, and then served as a regulatory agent with the Michigan Depart­ ment of Licensing and Regulation. She is presently employed as director of Risk Management Services for PICOM Insurance Company in Okemos. Brott is the daughter of William and Jarene Fox in Vermontville. She and her husband, Thomas, live in Lansing. Lizabeth Fox Brott xr Quick Wee LllbC __ Feature... other major brands of oil available M-66 TIRE Mechanic On Duty 7775 Saddebag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 ME S3! 5% On M-66 in Woodbury, just North of Railroad Tracks teed — and — Petersen Enterprises Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks 616-374-1200 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • Located with (M-66 Tire) SPECIAL OF THE WEEK" Pump Sprayers by RL Flomaster $H 1 gallon 2 gallon quality 2 gallon premium 14" 18" SPECIAL PURCHASE - WHILE SUPPLIES LAST Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Doug Durkee - Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm Scouts plan recycling service June 14 Sunfield Boy Scouts will ran recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sun­ field from 9 a.m. to noon on June 14. The scouts will take newspaper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; and magazines tied or in grocery bags, (no Reader’s Digest). Scouts ask residents not to drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Aug. 9. The scouts cannot take no. 2 plastic. Maple Syrup Corp, to meet The Vermontville Maple Syrup Corp, will hold its an­ nual meeting Tuesday, June 10, at 7:30 p.m. at the Con­ gregational Church. Hay & Forage Service Specials FORAGE HARVESTERS Pull type *169 Self propelled *269 INCLUDES John Deere 100 point check list including complete adjustment of machine; knife sharpening, adjust stationary cutter bar, blower fan and lubrication of entire machine Accidents just waiting to happen — you see them so frequently during peak lawn mowing months. Parents holding small children on their laps while they mow with riding mowers. Homeowners backing up slopes and pulling power mowers up after them. Men, women and teens wearing sandals or tennis shoes to mow. The list could go on, and the accidents do happen — lawn mower injuries send hundreds ofpeople to hospital emergen­ cy rooms every year, says Howard Doss, Extension safe­ ty leader at Michigan State University. Lawn mower operators could prevent most of those accidents by following proper procedures and using safer methods, he says. “The first step is to dress properly, and that means wearing a sturdy work boot or shoe with a hard sole, heavy tread for good traction on turf and leather uppers to protect the feet,” he advises. Report cards are available the week of June 16 Report cards will be available for students grades 7-12 beginning the week of June 16. Students may pick them up at the office ofthe high school between 8 a.m. and noon and between 1 and 3 p.m. The Nashville Woman’s Literary Club will close the year on Wednesday, June 18, with a trip to the Frederick Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids. Members planning to go need to have reservations in to Marge Wolff by Saturday, June 14. They will leave from Castleton Township Hall at 9:30 a.m. There is a small ad­ mission fee to the gardens and lunch will be somewhere in Grand Rapids before the return home. INCLUDES John Deere check list including complete adjustment of machine; inspec­ tion of belts, bearings, twine wrapping sys­ tem, knotters, hay pick ups and lubrication of entire machine. commoios s119 INCLUDES John Deere check list including complete adjustment of machine; inspection of drive line, belts, reel operation, knives and gruards, roll timing and lubrication of entire machine John Deere’s NASCAR will be at our dealership on June 20-21 co-sponsored with the local Pontiac dealer. Stop by and check it out! Located on... 2900 N. Broadway Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) 616-945-9526 M»T,W,F 7am-5pm; Th 7am-7pm; Sat. 7am-2pm objects, Doss notes, so it, like other safety guards and shields, should be left in place or replaced ifremoved or lost. If your mower is gasolinepowered, always fuel, refuel and start it outdoors. This reduces the hazard of fire and eliminates the possibility of carbon monoxide buildup in an enclosed space. Whenever you work on a gasoline-powered mower, disconnect the spark plug and ground it (attach the spark plug wire) to non-painted metal on the mower, Doss ad­ vises. Ifyou don’t do this, tur­ ning the blades may bring the engine to life. “Simply removing the spark plug wire is not enough — you must ground it on un­ painted metal,” he says. Teach anyone who will be using the mower how to use it properly. Instruct, demonstrate, supervise and follow up with more instruc­ tion as needed to help youngsters and others learn how to use a power mower safely, he urges. If you’re shopping for a mower, look for a machine carrying the triangular seal of the Outdoor Power Equip­ ment Institute (on gaspowered models) or the Underwriters’ Laboratory (UL) seal (on electricpowered mowers). “New mowers come with many safety features,” Doss observes. “But the ultimate responsibility for safe use rests with the operator. Ifyou use good judgment and follow recommended procedures with a lawn mower, you should have few problems.” Women’s Literary Club meets June 18 ★★ ATTENTION★★ Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointmentfor a check on your equipment so you’re ready for Spring. Dean J. Beardslee moweh Sandals, tennis shoes and other flimsy footwear are not acceptable because they offer little or no protection and may permit feet to slip on grass. When starting power mowers, follow the starting procedures outlined in the owner’s manual, Doss urges. Be sure your feet and hands are clear before you start the machine — it’s very easy to slip a foot under the mowing deck. Always look behind you before you back up a riding mower, and watch for cars and pedestrians as you ap­ proach roads and sidewalks. Never carry a passenger on a riding mower. “Parents may think it’s safer to have a small child with you on the mower so you know where the child is, but it’s difficult to operate the mower properly while you hold onto a child,” Doss says. * ‘And it takes only seconds for a child to fall beneath the blades. Serious injuries and deaths have occurred when children have fallen off a parent’s lap while riding a riding mower.” Keep other people and pets away from the mowing area to minimize the chance to injury from objects thrown by the mower. If not removed from the mowing area, stones, sticks, wires, dog bones, toys and other objects can be ejected from the mower at high speed and seriously injure the mower operator, bystanders or pets, and damage nearby buildings, vehicles and other objects. Deflection shields on the mower’s discharge area can reduce the danger of thrown Marine Lance Cpl. Dean J. Beardslee, son of Thomas S. and Ruth H. Beardslee of North State, Nashville, recently reported for duty with Marine Corps Support Activity, Kansas City, Mo. Beardslee’s new assignment is an example of how Navy and Marine Corps men and women are assigned to ships, squadrons and shore com­ mands around the world. The 1993 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Marine Corps in August 1995. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales -sr Service B! 2”, 5” Well Dfilling & Repair f Child Care BLOSSOM DAYCARE new summer hours starting June 1. Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 pan. and Saturday, starting in June, every other month, 7:00 aan. to noon. Closed on Sunday. #DG080073204.517-852-9461. Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. 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Ad#.3844 I’M CONFIDENT ROMANTIC NATURE Open-minded SWF, 20, 5*3”, blonde hair, blue eyes, independent, likes roller-skating, socializing with friends, seeks honest, compromising Ad#.3882 LEAVE A MESSAGE Single white female, 49,5’4", light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, communicative, self-employed, enjoys line dancing, crafts, gardening, seeking sensitive, caring, humorous single male. Ad# 4852 Single white male, 23, 6*4", 210lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys sports, outdoor activities, danc­ ing, music, seeks honest, fun-loving single white female, 21-32. 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Ad#.2314 Single white dad, 28, 5’11", non-smoker, enjoys fishing, movies, NASCAR and more, seeking cariing, trustworthy, attractive single white female, under 30, with a slender build. Ad# 1228 LOVES THE SUN NO NEED TO WAIT SWF, 27,5'9", 135lbs., long dark brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys bike riding, the beach, music, long rides, zoos, museums, seeks SM, who enjoys life. Ad# 6923 Single white male, 47, 6’, 185lbs., enjoys tennis, movies, Michael Bolton, Taco Bell, seeks slender, non-smoking single white female, 38-49, who likes to stay active. Ad#.2659 LOVES PEOPLE ANYTHING IN COMMON? Bubbly single white female, 21,5’3", 112lbs., good­ looking, loves baby sitting,, enjoys anything,, seeks honest,, respectable single gentleman. Ad#.2 Ad#.2269 SW dad, 24, 5'10", slim, brown hair/eyes, kind, sensitive, romantic, N/S, professional, enjoys sports, motorcycling,, beach walks, seeks medium medium-­ built SWF, under 30.. Ad#.9408 DO YOU POLKA? Friendly, positive SWF, 59, 5’6", 145lbs., graying brown hair/eyes, likes dancing, golf, concerts,, bbeach walks, the outdoors, seeks friendly, N/S SM. Ad#.2221 BREATH OF FRESH AIR Fun SWM, 39,5’11", 170bs., slim, honest, enjoys camping, the lake, partying, nightclubs,, the races, seeks truthful, slender SWF,, 18-35, for ggreat times. Ad#.5557 SUNSHINE Bubbly, happy-go-lucky SWF, 41,5’6", auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys pool, horseback riding, cards, her dog, travel, seeks honest, friendly SM. Ad#.8765 NEW TO THE AREA LOOKING Shy single black Christian male, 42,6’4", educated, non-smoker, non-drinker, enjoys studying the Bible, sports, movies,, seeking single blacK female, 3040, for friendship. Ad#.9950 to be in love. Single white female, 18, slim, humorous, varied interests, seeks caring, trustworthy, humorous single male. Ad#.6848 CALL ME FIRST Single white male, 43, 67, enjoys rollerblading, bike ridin ing, the outdoors, seeking single white female, 37-44. Adf.3637 ROMANTIC Single white female, 30, 57, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes read-ing, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#. 1966 SHARE NIGHTS OUT Funny, witty SWM, 18, 67, medium build, N/S, employed, enjoys football, spending his money on one nice woman, seeks friendly SWF, 18-25, N/S. Ad#.5050 LOVE THE LORD! Single black female, 29, 5’3", full-figured, fun-loving, easygoing, student, enjoys singing, reading, the theater, seeks trustworthy, honest single male, who likes to have fun. Ad#2431 ENJOY MY FAMILY SH mom, 21, stocky, black hair, brown eyes, sensitive, loving, enjoys readino, crossword puzzles, word-search, seeks family-orient­ ed, sensitive SM. Ad#.1543 CAREFREE O > V >A 4 1 THINK YOU SHOULD CALL! ! SWM, 37, 5’9", enjoys hunting, fishing, . the great outdoors,, seeks humorous .g [\usvv.[f\cuVosnv®v-n.ney. *■ SWF, 25-38, who is a N/S, and a non­ > Adnnker Ad#.8935 MENTALLY SOUND Sinole white female, 50, 5'4", 135lbs., fun-loving, professional, enjoys golf, college football, movies, travel, seeks witty, honest, well-educated single male. Ad#.6148 ~ ©DRM1997 OUTGOING Single white female, 21, tall, dark hair/eyes, humor­ ous, employed, likes volleyball, clubbing, tall, funny, career-oriented single male. Ad#, seeks #.9963 £ J-ad Graphics brings you: 1 The Meeting Place SHARE FUN TIMES SWF, 25, 5'9”, 145lbs., red hair, hazel eyes, hob­ bies are gardening, the beach, seeks mature, easygoing, goal-oriented SM. Ad#.2289 CALL SOON SWF, 28, 5'2", friendly and lovable, employed, enjoys reading, line dancing, playing pool, swim­ ming, seeks nice, funny, easygoing SM. Ad#.7878 1 VERY LOVABLE HAPPY FACE POSITIVE ATTITUDE Full-figured single white female, 36, 5'9", short brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys cooking, sewing, decorating, concerts, seeks sincere, hon­ est, loyal single male. Ad#. 1206 Single white female, 39,57,135lbs., professional, enjoys camping, swimming, the beach, traveling, gardening, seeks loyal, sincere, loving, romantic single male. Ad#.2439 KIND-HEARTED SHOW YOUR FEELINGS Single white female, 33, 57, 155lbs., blue-eyed blonde, nice, employed, likes dancing, movies, romantic dinners, looking for friendly, personable, compatible single male. Ad#. 1165 Single white mom, 18,5'5", short brown hair/eyes, enjoys crocheting, music, seeking nice, sensitive single male, for possible relationship. Ad#.2379 QUIET & SHY Single white female, 25,5’8", medium build, blonde hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys movies, danc­ ing, softball, seeking outgoing single male, with a good sense of humor. 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SW mom, 26,6', brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, practical joker, employed, likes horses, dogs, work­ ing with kids, seeks honest, trustworthy, fun, impul­ sive, compatible SM. Ad#. 9273 ROMANTIC MOMENTS IN TIME Single white male. 25, 5*19*. i60fos.. brown har/eyes, humorous, employed, enjoys softbal. poetry, and sunsets, seeking sensitive, caring single female. Ad# 5190 A GOOD UFE Easygoing SWM. 43, 5T1*, 190fos„ employed, enjoys camping, boating, cars, (fining out, the outdoors, seeks honest, loyal, oood-tootang SF. Ad#.1029 . GOODMORALS Single white male. 45,6*. I55fos. well-balanced, enjoys music, go#, reading, home repair, seeks honest, loving, supportive single female. Io share life with. Ad# 1271 PUPPY LOVE Single white male, 26, 6*. 180ibs_, brown curly hair, good-humored, enjoys alternative folk, trav­ el. classic movies, singing, seeks honest, fun-tovmg single female. Ad#.7825 GOAL-ORIENTED Hardworking SWM, 35.6T. 195lbs.. brown hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys four-wheeling, working on cars, models, seeks honest, kind, sin­ cere SF. Ad#.4665 JOY OF UFE! Witty SWM, 39. 5'8', 200ibs., employed, enjoys motorcycles, long drives, race cars, seeks honhon­ est, attractive SF. Ad# 9630 GOOD QUALITIES Easygoing SWM, 34, 5T0*. brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys collecting antiques, exercising, seeks polite, honest caring, sincere SCF, must be N/S, non-drinker. Ad#.4188 GOOD CHARACTER? SWM, 26, 5’10", 200lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing at times, fairly reserved, likes fishing, boating, seeks fun-loving SF, with some common interests. Ad# 8948' EASYGOING Single white male. 58, friendly, likes country music, dining out, the outdoors, car shows, danc­ ing. traveling, seeking honest, personable single female, who loves to travel. Ad# 3868 ANYTHING IN COMMON? SWM, 49,6’, 195ibs., clean cut, fit, fun, warm, romantic, self-employed, likes watching sports, the beaches, auto racing, ng, ttravel, seeks attractive, contented, fit, cheerful SF.. Ad# 8989 HOME EVERY NIGHT Flexible, outgoing SW dad, 33, 5’10", 165lbs., brown hair, employed, hobbies are horses, fish­ ing, family times, seeks active, sensible, fun-lov­ ing SF. Ad#.1217 ACTIVE LIFESTYLE SWM, 45, honest, loyal, employed, enjoys sports, church, kids, seeks faithful, friendly SCF, N/S, who is not a game player. Ad# 1570 LAST OF THE GOOD GUYS Kind, professional SWM, 46, 5'9", 165lbs, dark hair/eyes, enjoys biking, movies, driving around, seeking gregarious, easygoing, compatible SF. Ad«6732 . ENERVATED SWM, 35, 6'1”, 195lbs., energetic, romantic, employed, likes monster trucks, hunting, sseeks sincere, honest, goal-oriented,'kind, truthful, playful SF. Ad#.1724 EYE OF BEHOLDER Easygoing single white male, 28, 5'8", 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys sports, travel­ ing, time with friends, long drives, seeks intelli­ gent, attractive single female, with a good personality.Ad# .4858 THE TIME IS NOW DEVELOP A LIFE? Single white male, 36,5'11", 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, mellow, employed, likes hunting, fish-, •ng, photography, canoeing, seeks employed, loyal, caring single female. trustworthy single female. SINGLE PARENT CAN YOU COOK? Single white male, 37, 6’, dark hair, hazel eyes, employed, has two teens, 14 and 17, enjoys time with children, automoblies, music, quiet times, seeks single female, with similar interests, for com­ panionship, possible relationship. Ad# 4363 Single white male, 57,6’, 200lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, loves country music, boat­ ing, bonfires, animals, seeks honest, caring single female. 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Ad#.324O MELLOW FELLOW Laid-back SWM. 18, 67, 165fos. brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, hunting, wortong on cars, seeks SF, with a good sense of humor Ad#2700 Single white dad, 38, 5'6", brown hair/eyes, enjoys y-ard work, being with his children, seeking caring, compassionate, Ad#.2021 SHARE SOME JOY Single white female, 37, queen-sized, enjoys cro­ cheting and needlepoint, seeks trustworthy, hon­ est, loyal single male, to become friends with. Ad# 3355 Medium-built single black male, 39, 6’1", professional, likes travel, movies, dining out, seeks honest, attractive single female, 2040, non-smoker, for dating only. Ad#.5363 Easygoing SWM. 42.6*. l90fcs. blond hair, due eyes, employed, enjoys Mong, , animate, seeks honest, trustworthy, romantic SF long-lean relationship. Ad# 5955 SWM, 19, 5’5", smoker, non-drinker, seeks medi­ um-built SWF, 18-28, for possible relationship. Ad# 8267 A GREAT CATCH! Single white male, 19, 5'10", 155lbs., blond hair, green eyes, humorous, kind, enjoys sports, motor­ cycles, time with son, the outdoors, seeks slim sin­ gle female. Ad#.3978 ENCOURAGING SBM, 30, 5’9", enjoys playing golf, tennis, walks, movies, seeks SWF, 25+, to share life with. Ad#.41O9 WARM-HEARTED Single white male, 21, smoker, light drinker, seeks special single white female, of any age, physique not important. Ad#.7157 CAN WE TALK? Medium-built SBM, 35, 6', smoker, light drinker, nice, considerate, kind, seeks medium-built SWF, of any age. Ad#.8888 I’LL BE THERE Educated, dependable SWM. 40, 57", 185lbs., brown hair, blue-green eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, gardening, traveling, seeks caring, lov­ able, romantic SE Ad#.5112 HAS POTENTIAL Adventurous SWM, 24,5’11", 140lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, open-minded, enjoys beach activi­ ties, travel, jet skiing, seeks attractive, slender, funSF. Ad#.2112 LIKE TO SMILE? Single white male, 38,5’10”, 175lbs., brown hair,1 blue eyes, enjoys boating, traveling, playing cards, seeks attractive single female, with various interests. Ad#.8596 TRANQUILITY Single white male, 42, 57, 145lbs., brown hair/eyes, caring, romantic, employed student, enjoys walks, movies, working on cars, seeking honest, loyal single female. Ad# .7764 . NEW KID INTOWN SLOW DANCING... BE THERE FOR ME TELL ME ALL GOOD FEELINGS Bubbly, spontaneous single white female, 26,5'8", 10Olbs., blue-eyed blonde, enjoys travel, dancing, movie, kids, seeks interesting, fun-loving single male. Ad#.3003 Single white female, 23, 5’8", 130lbs., blue-eyed blonde, spontaneous, enjoys fitness, modeling, partying,, the wilderness, seeks non-jealous, hon­ est single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 Outstanding SW mom, 40,5'10", 160lbs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jogging, walking, time with kids, sports, seeking SM who likes kids. SWM, 48, good personality, enjoys fishing, camp­ ing, the outdoors, seeking nice, kind, personable, loving SF. Ad#.3217 Friendly single white male, 42, 5'8", 160lbs., employed, enjoys reading, taking walks, stock car racing, music, seeks affectionate single female, with a positive attitude. Ad#.7658 HEART OF GOLD STATS, PLEASE! TALKATIVE LADY Funny SWF, 29,5'4", brown hair/eyes, enjoys hunt­ ing, fishing, camping, seeks considerate, friendly, responsible, self-supporting SM. Ad#.6103 SWF, 22, 57, 130lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, open-minded, enjoys walks, travel, movies, seeks easygoing, versatile SM, to spend time with. Ad#.9719 Single white female, 44, medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, easygoing, enjoys movies, sports, din­ ing out, crafts, seeking employed, outgoing single male, with similar interests. 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School cooks angry over food service proposals by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Maple Valley cooks are still boiling mad over recent deci­ sions to change food service in the school system and claim that retiring Superinten­ dent, Alan McLean cooked up some dirty deals that may re­ sult in layoffs or changes in the lunch menu. Food service once again was on the menu at last week's Board of Education meeting. According to records from the superintendent's office, the food service program is head­ ing toward losing money. McLean presented to the board what he described as a resolu­ tion of the problem, but that < < Blatant disregard for a recommendation is what has negotiated agreement is cooks all stirred up. unlawful. The Board of "Right now that program is bleeding badly," said McLean. Education of Maple Valley "We have a balanced budget Schools Is the last body in the now, but I see red in the fu­ community that should be ture." ” acting unlawfully. McLean told board members that he felt either a centralized — Karen Sherwood, program or privatization MEA Uniserv Director would best benefit the school lunch program’s financial state. It appears that centralization Vorce had a letter in her pos­ lation of current school em­ has already taken shape. session that she presented to ployees' contracts. Maple Valley Education As­ the board, saying that plans “Two positions have been sociation Vice President Kelly already in motion were a vio- eliminated," she said to the board. "We are now faced with a proposal that will cut our hours. You arc violating our agreement and you have an obligation to discuss that with us!" Voice said she had presented a plan for increased lunch prices last January. At that "My primary consideration director. will always be to insure that "We are really going to point she felt that a small in­ the kids get the best possible miss him," said former Super­ crease would be needed to bal­ education," he said. intendent Alan McLean. "I ance the budget, but was told During the past seven years understand his position that it was not necessary. This spring, however, word he has played an active role in though." came down that the food ser­ paving the way for new tech­ Krolik's decision to resign nology and was an avid sup- came one year prior to the end vice budget was in serious porter of the enhancement of his current four year term. trouble. McLean had proposed mills which provided the new The Board of Education will that outside help be brought track behind Maple Valley be filling a trustee position in to reorganize ordering pro­ high. through appointment and ap- cedures. A consultant then was hired One of the first tasks on his plications are now being for $1,200 per month, which agenda when elected was a sougt. sought. Tose Those interested nterested would come directly from the search for a new superinten- should contact the superintenfood service budget. She dent. Since that time, Krolik dent's office. has been a part of hiring two superintendents and an athletic M.V. Board of Education president Krolik resigns After six years of service, Maple Valley Board ofEduca­ tion President John Krolik publicly announced his resig­ nation in the form of a letter last week Monday. The announcement came as a surprise to most present, and with little explanation. Retir­ ing Superintendent Alan McLean read aloud a short statement .which included a brief thank you to the district for supporting his efforts. Krolik was first elected to the board in June 1990, after telling voters his promise to put kids at Maple Valley first June 21 is village wide garage sale Bargains in Nashville this Saturday There will be lots of goodies from attics, garages and basements at reasonable prices this weekend in Nashville. There might even be a few spots like this one where you can find refreshements. The village wide garage sale begins at 9am and lasts until all the bargains are gone. This Saturday is the annual village wide garage sale in Nashville. Better get an early start, there will be bargain hunters on every comer! would reorganize the way products were ordered for school lunches. Prior to that decision, cooks in each building did their own ordering, this plan would cen­ tralize that procedure with the idea that ordering in quantity would save dollars. After a discussion with McLean, Vorce notified the Michigan Education Associa­ tion. MEA Uniserv Director Karen Sherwood then had a letter written to McLean re­ minding him and the school board of their obligation to school employees under cur­ rent agreements. "This letter is to remind you and the Board of Educa­ tion members that food ser­ vice employees are organized and have a collective bargain­ ing agreement with the board," she wrote. Content of that letter out­ lined obligations concerning posting of vacancies, layoffs and reduction of hours. It also contained statements about lack of cooperation from school administrators. "The association tried re­ peatedly to find a way to co­ operate with the district in re­ gard to food service issues." she wrote. "However we have been met with an unwilling­ ness by district authorities to include the association as a part to the process. Job de­ scriptions have been ignored, vacancies have not been posted, proposals are being made that we have not been a part of; individual bargaining unit members have been asked to violate the agreement." Sherwood advised that the board immediately comply with the master agreement or be faced with legal proceed­ ings. "Blatant disregard for a ne­ gotiated agreement is unlaw­ ful," she wrote. "The Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools is the last body in the community that should be act­ ing unlawfully." Vorce said two food service positions now have been eliminated and cooks arc stuck with a proposal that would re­ duce hours. Arc there other solutions to the problem? According to Vorce, there arc many students at Maple Valley who arc not offered the hot lunch program. To include them could made a substantial difference in the budget. "We want our meals to be appealing and available to all Maple Valley students," said Vorce. "Right now our alter­ native cd students aren't part of the hot lunch program." There' were just over 60 stu­ dents in the alternative educa­ tion program this year. Though there was no informa- See Cooks angry, P. 3 In This Issue... • DAR.E golf outing set June 22 • Career Day held at Maplewood draws 33 speakers • Curtis, Avery elected to Board of Education seats . Citizen blasts coaching system at Maple Valley �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 2 izens Police Academy session to start July 8 locally Senior The Eaton County Sheriff Department, along ^ith the Charlotte Police Department and the Michigan State Police, is about to conduct the second session of the Eaton County Senior Citizens Police Academy. The goal of the academy is to foster a better relationship between the community and the police departments through education and training. Through this program, par­ ticipants will be given training in numerous police-related subjects, but graduates are not prepared nor expected to con­ duct any police services. “We intend to bare our souls to this group of in­ terested citizens, and hope they will come to appreciate the professionalism of the members oftheir law enforce- ment community,” said Sheriff Rick Wahl. “It is hoped that the graduates will become goodwill ambassadors for the police agencies within Eaton County.” The Senior Citizens Academy will be held each Tuesday evening beginning on July 8 for 12 weeks, with the class graduating on Sept. 23. The classes will convene from 6 to 8 p.m. in the training room at the Eaton County Sheriff Department in Charlotte. During this 12-week period, participants will be exposed to a variety of police topics in the classroom sessions. Emphasis will be on hands-on subject matter in order to keep the classes in­ teresting and participants busy. 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WOJ.EVER LOCAgCHBRCH SOHEEML CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .... 11 a.m. Evening Worship... ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting....... .7 p.m. Sunday School..... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. Evening Service................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Chdrch Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 am. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 i REV. GLEN WEGNER । FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville URESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship........... 1 11 am. Church School............... 1 10 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............. 9:30 a.m Sunday School .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................... 10:50 a.m. One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road 8593 Cloverdale Road (’A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday Schoo A.M. Service... P.M. Service ... ..... 10 a.m 11:15 a.m. ...... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday a.m. Worship......... 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship :00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship • PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship................ 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service......................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Sunday School........ 9:45 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11am. P.M. Worship......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... . REV. ALAN METTLER Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School...................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Momlng Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE£H HURCH Sunday School l..... 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville ^unday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 3 Annual DARE Golf outing planned June 22 This year like last, someone may leave Mulberry Fore with a new car thanks to folks at Davis Pontiac, Buick, GMC from Charlotte. This years hole in one grand prize is an all new 1997 Buick Century!! This year’s annual golf out­ ing to benefit the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program will be held at Mulberry Fore Sunday, June 22. Three years ago, in an at­ tempt to raise funds to provide drug abuse education for area sixth-graders, area Lions orga­ nized their first ever outing. It was such a success that it has become an annual event. Proceeds have funded several weeks of classes, a graduation ceremony, T-shirts, and water bottles for all children who participate. More importantly, the youngsters' class time with Deputy Hall of the Eaton County Sheriffs Department provides answers to the question how the kids can stand up to peer pressure. This year they hope to make big bucks on the event, and according to Lion Greg Symanski, there is even more riding on the proceeds than the DARE program at school, it is a personal dare of sorts. Ifwe can exceed $3000 this year, Lion Gene Fisher has promised to become a republican," he said. Vermontville Lions put in many hours each spring to find sponsors for various holes, collect big prizes and arrange for a fun filled after­ noon for sports fanatics. This year $45 per person will cover 18 holes, a cart, and an all you can eat buffet. A shotgun start at noon will start the afternoon, and any combination of folks on a team is OK. There will be men's, women's and mixed COOKS ANGRY, from front page tion available as to how that may have affected the budget, Vorce did supply the Maple Valley News with a portion of the master agreement that stated a school lunch program and supplemental milk program shall be made available to all full-time pupils enrolled Looking for a PRINTER! Call... 945-9554 and in regular attendance in the school district. "Another violation," said Voice. That same agreement con­ tains language that states any changes in costs for the pro­ gram must be made in July or August by members of the Board of Education and that head cooks in each building are responsible for preparing a menu and ordering food sup­ plies. Food service employees now wait for word from the Board of Education about any changes in operations. Mean­ while, though several at­ tempts have been made to get the "rest of the story" from school administrators, they have not made any comments. Seniors Luncheon < will be held at the Vermontville Methodist Church Wednesday, June 18th at noon teams all vying for cash draw­ ings, golf clubs, trips and other big prizes. In fact, some lucky golfer may find himself behind the wheel of an all new Buick Century thanks to Virignia Atayan, General manager of Davis, Pontiac, Buick, GMC of Charlotte. The Lions hope to make big bucks on this fimderait gs There is limited room for this event, and many teams are already on Sunday's roster. To assure a spot, contact Gene Fisher and mail a check to: Lions Support DARE/Quest, Gene Fisher, Treasurer. The address is 7275 North Ionia Road, Ver­ montville. $chEryus! HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner I 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI u 517-852-2377 Hairstyles Men, Women & Children A A A Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; AO■ — AwK £q -7 tnHCHABOV rUMnt Thurs. 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Smith and Williams put their heads together and began planning the very first Maplewood Career teachers last week decided to Day last August. After take the program one step fur­ months of planning, the big day had arrived June 3. ther with a Career Day. Anyone passing by the Phase One, which includes a reading mentoring program, Maplewood parking lot that already has benefited many el­ day may have thought that ementary age students, and job there had been some kind of shadowing has been discussed accident, but amidst the fire at the junior high and senior truck, ambulance and police g levels. eves. car were some very eager fifth­ high Teachers Amy Smith and and sixth- graders, all with Vicki Williams put together loads of questions for emerthe Career Day, where stu- gency personnel. The inside of the school dents could gain lots ofhandson experience and explore was no different and there were Implementation of "School to Work" has been a big topic of discussion lately at Maple Valley, and two Maplewood Among Maplewoods guests were many local business people like Elise Wolever who let the kids know all of the ins and outs of being a real estate agent. EMT Denice Scramlin from Nashville had lots of hands on experiences for children during career day. Some got to pretend to be patients like Holly Clouse who is all ready for a trip in the ambulance. • NOTICE • The Nashville Village Council would like public comments on the types of trees to be allowed to be planted on Village rightsof-way. If you have a comment, please come to the Council meeting to be held on June 26, 1997, in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. Nashville Village Council 33 different career opportu­ nites presented throughout the day. "We have a population of 271 students," explained Williams. "We considered gender, all intersted and needed to present opportunites that were hands on." Each session, whether learn­ ing to be a professional clown, or about being a TV sportscaster, was almost an hour long. Children could choose four different careers to "visit" throughout the school day, and all youngsters were to complete a questionnaire that let teachers know what they had learned and what questions they may have had about their choices.' "That questionaire, was their KWL" said Williams. "They had to let us know first of all what they do know, then what they want to know and finally what they learned while at each session." Some guests were former students at Maple Valley who had come backjust for the oc­ casion, such as journalist Tony Hansen, who now writes for the Lansing State Journal, and sportscaster Jeremy Sampson, whose fa­ ther, Ed, is also a former You may be entitled to compensation for wage loss and medical benefits ifyou sustained injuries related to your job. For legal advice on Workmans Compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal injury claims call... No Charge for initial Consultation Lawrence D. Kaechele Lansing 517-482-2175 517-543-4162 Charlotte 138 S. Cochran Ave. (Inside Mid State Tide) 517-543-4162 Flint 810-237-8980 teacher at Maple Valley. Other guests included Glenn Coker from the bakery; Bill Johnson from the Barry County Sheriffs Department; Lori West, who discussed early childhood development; Mary Andrus, who talked about nursing; arts and crafts instructor Kim Campbell; sports enthusiast Jerry Brumm; Janel Hansen, who taught recreational therapy; Jane Baxter, who discussed in­ surance; exterminator Tom Forte; Department of Public Works Director Tony Wawiemia; florist Candice Mapes; postal worker Lonnie Wright; physical therapist Kristin Forseyth; professional clown Diane Kirkum; Jack DeGroot, owner of Goodtime Pizza, who talked about restaurant management; Maple Valley bus mechanic Ken Christo­ pher, pharmacist JeffWildren; fireman Pat Powers; artist Sandy McCloud; emergency medical technician (EMT) Denice Scramlin; real estate agent Elise Wolever; EMT Marianne Martin; health nutri­ tionist Cheryl Jackson; woodworkers Mr. and Mrs. Ahmo Jordon; prison guard Tom Dowker; arts and crafts instructor Nancy Dowker and teacher Sheryl McLean, who became a dance instructor for the day. Yes, kids got to "tour" the police car. Sergeant Bill Johnson was there from the Barry County Sheriffs Department sharing his experiences as a police officer. Thirty Three guests gave of their time to talk with Maplwood Students during their first ever Career Day. Some were even former Maple Valley Students like TV sportscaster Jeremy Sampson. Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Community Notices CHILDREN OF JOHN AND GERMAINE MAURER are hosting a family reunion Sunday, June 22,1997 at Charl­ ton Park’s large covered pavi­ lion. Cousins & friends are welcome to join us between 3:00-4:00pm ONEIDA FIELD MARKET June 21-22, recreational market place. Open 10:00 a.m. Exhibi­ tors, collectibles, auction, maze, entertainment, food, putt-putt golf, twilight concert. 6/21. 3 miles west of Grand Ledge, Benton Rd. P.O. Box 406, Grand Ledge, Mi 48837. 517-627-7114. There were lots of crafty things going on during career day too! This is Ahmo Jordon of Nashville who actually manufactures carousel horses. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 5 Curtis, Avery elected to local Board of Education HORIZON We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville,Ml 49096 LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 2 bedroom bun­ galow in the country, 1 Vfe acres, plenty of room to expand. Great home for first time buyers or retiree. $59,900. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE117JS) Allison Avery Wayne Curtis defeated. Tim James, who ran unop­ Staff Writer Though not many voters posed for a two-year term on turned out for last Monday’s the board, received support school board election, three of from 226 voters. Curtis, whom most know four candidates were clear as an area businessman gradu­ winners. In the three candidates' race ated from Maple Valley in for two seats, Wayne Curtis 1988 and has since been in­ won as a newcomer to the volved as a partner in Curtis Maple Valley Board of Machine And Tool in Education, collecting 244 Nashville. He also has youngsters in votes. Incumbent Allison Avery was a close second with the Maple Valley school sys­ a total of 205. The third can­ tem, one of the biggest rea­ didate in this school board sons he sought election. During a recent interview election, Gerald Aldrich, trailed with 121 votesand was following election results he by Cindy J Smith Barry County Commission on aging menu, events planned Wednesday, June 18 Chicken supreme, red potato w/onion and green pep­ per, green beans, bread, margarine, watermelon. Thursday, June 19 Shaved pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, California blend, bun, jello. Friday, June 20 Baked fish w/tarter sauce, lettuce/tomato, coleslaw, bak­ ed beans, bun, dessert. Monday, June 23 Turkey stew, veggie, biscuit, whole baked apples. Tuesday, June 24 Stuffed pepper, mixed beans, carrots, bread, margarine, cobbler. Events Wednesday, June 18 Hastings, craft day; Nashville, blood pressure day; Delton, Margret Reid; Woodland, Kathy MMAP. Thursday, June 19 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, Swim Day. Friday, June 20 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day, birthday party; Woodland, social day. Monday, June 23 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, craft day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, June 24 — Puzzle Day; Kathy MMAP Lincoln Meadows. Tim James said that he appreciates the support that he got from friends at Maple Valley. "I want to thank all of those voters for their support," he said. "I will certainly do my best to improve the Maple Valley school system while serving on the Board ofEduca­ tion. Avery, who is a teacher in the Lakewood school system, has been a very active parent in the community and has been a part of some changes at Maple Valley, including the completion of the new track facility behind the high school. She said she hopes to con­ tinue to be a major player in positive changes in the dis­ trict. "I hope that I can make a valuable contribution to the district in the coming years," she said following the elec­ tion. "And I thank everyone for their support." Curtis, Avery and James now face some trying times at Maple Valley. Among the first of many tasks that the BOE will take on this sum­ mer is the appointment of a new superintendent. Inter­ views are under way. They, and other board members will also be faced with appointing an additional member to the board after an announcement last week that former Board President John Krolik resigned his position. HASTINGS - 2400 S/F home on approxi­ mately 1 acre, with over 200’ of lake frontage. $104,000. Call Joan (517) 8520863. (RE115JS) LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. 2 +-car pole bam with work­ shop, 2 acre park-like setting. $113,000. PRICE REDUCED - Workshop with furnace & half bath. 3 bedroom Cape Cod. Black­ top road. 2-car garage. (RE116DB) Step Up To A NEW You. VERMONTVILLE - PRICE REDUCED! $62,000 for this 2 + bedroom home on 2 acres. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE105JS) WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. STYLES-R-US SCREENED SAND: Swim­ ming pool and beaches. $2.00 per yard-loaded. Screened fill sand, $1.25 per yard-loaded. Minimum $15.00. Pennock Stone and Gravel, Inc. 733 S. Durkee (M-66) Nashville, ML 517-852-2490______________ ...Shouldn’t You? Call ahead for An Appointment DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 •• — VACANT LAND — NASHVILLE Residential lots Rhea (517) 852-9414. (LT901RF) $8,000. NICE SIZED LOT near freeway In village of Olivet. Priced to sell at $13,500. call Joan (517) 852-0863. (LT908JS) READY FOR YOUR HOME - Blacktop road, 2-car garage, septic & city water. Nash­ ville. (LT913DB) 5 ACRE LOT overlooking pond south of Hastings. (LT914DB) — COMMERCIAL — FOR TIME CONSCIOUS FAMILY - Low maintenance inside & out. New roof, siding, drywall, carpet and landscaping. Country kitchen with 314-car garage in Nashville. (RE107DB) HEY, MOM! Here is jr.’s college tuition. Run this party store, put jr. through college AND build equity for your retire­ ment. Call for a packet of information. (CM602DB) INDUSTRIAL LOT - 2 acres in Charlotte. (CM603DB) VERMONTVILLE - 3 bedroom mfg. home and also a 2 bedroom mobile, a 3-car garage with heated workshop, river front­ age. $95,900. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE114JS) ATTENTION INVESTOR - 90% occupied. Good N.O.I. Let tenants make L/C pay-* ments. (CM601DB) COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR LEASE 1100 S/F plus garage. $700/month. Call Dixie (517) 726-0721. (CM604DB) MAKE AN OFFER! Three bedroom home in Lake Odessa. Updates include insula­ tion, furnace, water heater and more. (RE113DB) SIDING We care about how Jou l°°k at''' HAIR CARE & TANNING 852-1757 ROOFING, LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - 85 acre farm. 2 houses, 2 bams, 3-car pole bam. Call Joan today (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) ALL-SPORT LAKE - Undeveloped 90x100 lake lot. Will accept mobile homes on a foundation. $12,000. Call Joan (517) 852­ 0863. (LT907JS) Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment MANY OPTIONS - Home, 15 acres, 2nd house, pole bam. Divide and sell off, building sites & 2 homes or keep all together. (FM404DB) BUILDING SITE • HASTINGS-NASHVILLE - 10 acres. 2 perk sites. Dixie (517) 726-0721. (LT903DB) Thank You THANK YOU How do we thank you enough to show our heartfelt gratitude for your presence, gifts, cards and mostly your love and caring at our 50th wedding anniversary open house. God has richly blessed us with dear friends and family. We do thank you from the bottom ofour hearts. May God bless, Bill & Neva Cordray COUNTRY HOME - 12-30 acres. Many updates including newer kitchen & living room. Two pole bams. Located approx. 20 minutes from Charlotte, Marshall and When you list your home with Horizon & Assoc. Inc. we advertise In 10 counties and 7 different publications. We advertise in the following papers for broader coverage for our clients: Hastings Reminder, Maple Valley News, Grand Ledge Independent, Charlotte Shopping Guide, Marshall Ad-Visor. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. ATTENTION: LCC STUDENT - $29,500 Rent $400 or buy for less per mo. 2 bedroom, 2-story home. $15,000 in .updptos. tjrpker Pwned..(REi02DB) ........... Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Call (517) 7264)721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 6 Maplewood 6th-graders hold DARE graduation ceremony by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter A special graduation cere­ mony took place recently for sixth-graders at Maplewood Elementary, where there were no caps and gowns, but rather T-shirts all printed with a large DARE to signify com­ pletion of a full semester of drug prevention education. DARE (Drug Abuse Resis­ tance Education) is intense. Each of the 16 sessions is filled with anticipation. Whether dealing with peer pressure, the dangers of drugs, alcohol or tobacco, or gang violence, all students are en- "Much like boot camp," he said, "these kids had 16 weeks of intense training, training for battle." As a pilot, Morris has re­ ceived years of specialized training, and now has traveled all over the world, an oppor­ tunity not available to every­ one. He told students that no matter what their dream, it would be necessary to stay away from drugs and gangs to achieve that goal. "Stand up to the challenge and remain drug free," he said. "And all doors will remain open." Other highlights of the couraged to participate with questions and to share their views with others. "The key things these kids learn is" to resist temptation, and to stay away from vio­ lence," said Deputy Hall. There is also much discus­ sion about positive role mod­ els. This year one such role model, Captain David Morris, showed up for graduation, and shared his experiences with the kids. Morris is an Air Force jet pilot and compared the kids' DARE training to that of basic training he re­ ceived when joining the ser­ vice. Special guest, Captain David Morris was part of this years DARE graduation at Maplewood Elementary. Gene Fisher, now a thirty year veteran of the Vermontville Lions presented the airforce jet pilot with some of Vermontvilles famous maple syrup. Taking the DARE pledge is serious business. Each of these students have completed 16 weeks of instruction. Now all are better equipped to resist temptation when it comes to drugs and alcohol and to stay away from gangs. graduation ceremony were the presentation of certificates from area Lions Club mem­ bers, a chance to shake their hands and the DARE pledge, which was recited by the en­ tire sixth grade body. There also were speeches. Upon completion of their training, the youngsters must write a speech that describes what they have learned in order to graduate. The speeches then are reviewed by DARE coordinators and some are chosen to read aloud at gradua­ tion. This year, ten students spoke to their classmates, par- ents and special guests about their personal experiences with DARE. Each touched on ways to say no, such as mak­ ing excuses, changing the subject and avoiding bad situa- tions altogether when possi­ ble. One such speaker was Aubrey Murphy, who told classmates about a situation See DARE, Page 8 219 Main Street — Nashville Q~ Neighbor al Pharmacy "9 VX U“TKv Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday National Brands And Save C°mPare Vision Vitamins Oyster Shell Calcium Vitamin B-l 100 mg. Niacin 100 mg. 6O's 250 mg. w/ D *100'$ 100's 100's 2 A99 vwarj Super B Complex Vitamin C Time Released Vitamin E 400 iu Ginkgo Biloba 100's 500 mg. • 100's 250'$ 50's Every year Kris Green works for months to prepare a big DARE graduation celebration. One of the highlights for the kids is their DARE t-shirts, but instructor Deputy Hall didn't have one. Well he does now! Green presented him with the t-shirt during this years graduation thanking him for making a difference to sixth graders at Maple Valley. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. jLCommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Vitamin A 8,000 IU Potassium Gluconate Stress B Complex Vitamin E Skin Cream 100's 500 mg. • 100's 6O's 4oz. Mapes Florist Everybody Loves Roses Stress 207 N. Main St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-2050 / Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 May/June 1997 9:00 am to 5:00 pm daily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm ] I WSAJ �Th* Maple Volley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, (997 — Fnw- 7 �Th* Maple Valley New», Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 8 Citizen blasts coaching DARE GRAUDATION, from P. 6 that she and a friend had got­ ten into where they were asked to smoke, and with each oth­ er's help had the courage to tum away. "I was very proud of myself for not letting temptation take over and I think my friend was too," she said. "It is important to avoid drugs at all costs. Think of it this way — would you still do drugs if it did what it does to the inside to the outside?" Another youngster talked about how the Deputy Hall's short stories, and suggestion box benefited her and her classmates. "I know what I've learned from DARE and I hope all of you did too," she said. "At this point right now, I'm making a life-long promise to my family, my friends, my community, and most of all to myself, to never do drugs." Another touching story system at Maple Valley came from Kristy Huss, who described her personal experi­ ences with the group. "I grew up in a house with one person who used drugs," she said. "Being part of the DARE program made me have more confidence about that. Now I know that I can handle the problem.” Kristy went on to tell her classmates that her family had dealt with the issue of drugs and alcohol for years. Being part of the program had given her the courage to seek outside help. That help is due to the work of the Vermontville Lions and Club liaison, Kris Green. Li­ ons fund the program from start to finish each year and spend weeks planning and preparing for the graduation ceremony. Parents and grand­ parents are invited to school for the event, and each child is personally congratulated. Diana’s Place Upon completing the DARE program, each student receives a certificate and then a personal hand shake from every Lions member present. This year President Doug Durkee had the honors of "head of the reception line". The place to go forprofessional styling Corner of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel There is also constant re­ minders of their DARE pledge, provided courtesy of the Lions. Each year things like pencils and erasers and 852-9481 MAPLE VALLEY /XX ^ea' Estate ! 2 '-A 227 N. AAAIN ST., NASHVILLE MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS A THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE aa Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, REALTOR* Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduote Realtors Institute) signs, all containing "DARE," are present in class­ rooms and other extras are present on the playground. All of these things are covered by fund-raisers throughout the year, such as the golf outing planned for June 22. Those who want to partici­ pate in that event or make a contribution to the DARE program can contact any member of the Vermontville Lions Club for more informa­ tion. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Multiple Listing Service (MLS) HIYIS Home Warranty Available JUST LISTED: IN VERMONTVILLE - Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells..................... rooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the details. (CH-64) Nice, 3 bedroom, two story home, 1 'A baths, family room — many recent "updates.” Two-story garage with work­ shop. Large lot. Give Nyle a call today to see this new listing. (V-68) VACANT LAND Eves. 726-0223 ........ 726-1234 NEW LISTING: VERMONTVILLE - Beautifully remodeled, 3 BR home with 1 'A baths. This home has a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park-like" setting. Call Nyle for all the details. (V-69) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & VERMONTVILLE • ON 10 ACRES - 4 WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. $9,500. Located south of Nashville, Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITE: APPROX. ONE bedroom, brick home on 10 acres in the <0 "Handy­ man Spe^Oynouse needs BATHS, complete with master work). Two-car garage, 2 years old. Trees on property and posture land. (V-54) suite. Nice yard & 1-car gar­ age. Priced right for starter or retirement home. Call Nyle. IN NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOMS, 2 (N-60) ACRE on blacktop road, nat. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to good fishing lake. Call Homer. (VL-67) . UNIT 3 ACRES WITH 700 FT. THORNAP­ 2 PLE RIVER FRONTAGE, south of VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 Vermontville. Blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-65) NEAR NASHVILLE - YOUR CHOICE OF (4) 2-ACRE PARCELS AT $11,900 EACH!! Rolling & "tree NASHVILLE • 2-story home on large arge corner enclosed floor laundry. ..drooms, porch & first (N-57) lined" with "walk-out" sites for building. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) INCOME PROPERTY IN bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info.” (V-66) NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 12 ACRES EACH - Priced at $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ NASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - ROOM HOME IN VERMONTVILLE - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it’s too late. 726-1234. (V-58) For Rent HOME ON THE RIVER: available July 1. 525 Reed St Nashville. 3-4 bedrooms, 1'4 bath, large yard, all appliances. One year lease. No pets. Security deposit and references. $570 a month. (510)229-3679 leave message. NASHVILLE- 2 bedroom apartment 517-852-9386 Garage Sale FREE WICKER: Could be yours with homemakers idea company. No experience needed, call Vickie 616-795-9461.________ ' GARAGE SALE: Thur., Fri, SaL, June 19th, 20th, 21st, 9-4. Crib, sewing machine stand, clothing (adult and childrens), (maternity clothes). 1/4 mile north ofNashville Village limits on M-66. GARAGE SALE 6789 S. Clark Rd. Nashville. Friday & Satur­ day 20 & 21st._____________ GARAGE SALE. Friday & Saturday, June 20 & 21st from 8am-4pm. Lots of misc. for the house and garage. Children’s bike, tricycle and electric car; toolboxes, tires, Chevy parts. M/T slicks on weld wheels, kerosene heater and much more. Take M-66 south 3 miles from Nashville to Guy Road, tum right 1st house on the right GARAGE SALE: Friday, June 20,9-5pm.r& Saturday, June 21, 9-3pm. Lots of baby items, girls infant to 6x, fancy curtain rod, drapes, Avonjewelry, lots more! On M-66 south of Nashville, second house beyond village limit sign. For Sale Automotive 1955 FORD FAIRLANE, looks great runs great rebuilt motor & brakes, original interior, original color, $2,000.00, 616-3 7 4 -0 8 65 , At least one parent believes that many Maple Valley coaches are not doing an ade­ quate job and wants support from the school board to make :hanges prior to the fall sea­ son. Kathy Spears let school joard members know last week that she is very angry with the system as it is set up and with the attitudes of some teachers who coach for "extra bucks." "Maybe the way that these coaches are doing their jobs isn't hurting our kids, but it sure isn't helping them!" she said. Spears said that at present, any coaching position on the high school level is first "let out" to teachers, all of whom are paid a percentage of their salary. Whatever is left over then is given to people from the community. Those "left­ overs" have been strictly vol­ unteer until recent months, when action was taken to pay them, but to date no specifics have been ironed out about compensation. "I think many are doing the coaching for all the wrong reasons, (meaning the money) she said. "In some cases, these teachers are making big bucks and aren't really doing a satis­ factory job." One of her biggest beefs is the lack of what she describes as values when playing. Spears said that all too often they are unprepared to coach effectively, some important elements are left out at prac­ tice time, many kids are benched and some aren't work­ ing to their potential because there is no incentive. "Should teachers have coaching priority over volun­ teers? If the athletic depart­ ment received teachers' and volunteers' letters to coach a sport, then made a decision on who's best qualified and com­ petent to handle the task, would our programs get bet­ ter, stay mediocre or get worse?" she challenged the board. Is there a good answer? One that will benefit kids? Spears says that there is a simple so­ lution, what she describes as "checks and balances." "Right now there is no written criteria for these posi­ tions," she said. "I am propos­ ing first of all that an ap­ praisal be completed on all of the coaches." „ That appraisal would in­ clude a questionnaire for stu­ dents to complete after each sports program. A committee made up of someone from the athletic department and other volunteers would review those questionnaires According to Spears, most teens choosing a sport look to a coach for guidance and sometimes aren't getting it. "They look to you as a leader, an advisor, a coach and a director," she said. "It's up to you to help them decide whether they want to excel, and learn from the activity. Some are now just part of the team, there is no incentive to do well." The next question is, should Maple Valley pay volunteers as they do teachers? Or should there be no compensation for any coaching positions? Spears said she believes that the real issue is fair and equi­ table consideration to all coaches, whether or not they're on the school payroll as teachers. Her suggestions have been "tabled for later consideration” by the board. CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BARRY COUNTY, MICHIGAN NOTICE of PUBLIC HEARING and FILING of SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL ROGERS ROAD SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of Castleton Township, Barry County, Michigan, having resolved its intention to pave the private drive called Rogers Road in Dull’s Plat #1, and has made its final determination of a special assessment district which consists of the following lots which are benefited by the improvements and against which all of the cost of the said improvement shall be assessed: Lots numbered 1,2,3,4, 5,6,7, and 8 of Dull’s Plat #1. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN THAT the Supervisor of Castle­ ton Township has made and certified a special assessment roll for the special assessment district, which sets forth the relative portion of the cost to be levied in the form of a special assessment against each benefitted lot in the special assess­ ment district. TAKE NOTICE THAT THE CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON WEDNESDAY, THE 2ND OF JULY, 1997 AT 7:00 P.M. AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL, 915 REED ST., NASHVILLE, MICHIGAN 49073 TO REVIEW THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AND TO HEAR AND CONSIDER ANY OBJECTIONS THERETO. SAID SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL AS PREPARED HAS BEEN REPORTED TO THE TOWN­ SHIP BOARD AND IS ON FILE WITH THE TOWNSHIP CLERK AT THE TOWNSHIP HALL FOR EXAMINATION. TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT AN OWNER OR A PARTY IN INTEREST IN A LOT SUBJECT TO A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT MAY FILE A WRITTEN APPEAL OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT WITH THE MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF THE CONFIRMATION OF THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT ROLL, BUT ONLY IF SAID OWNER OR PARTY OF INTEREST APPEARS AND PROTESTS THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AT THIS HEARING. An appearance may be made by an owner or party of interest, or his/her agent, in person or, as an alternative, an appearance or protest can be filed with the township by letter prior to the hearing, in which case a personal appearance at the hearing is not required. Dated: June 5,1997 Justin W. Cooley, Supervisor Castleton Township (305) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997-— Page 9 Obituaries Eaton County Housing Services names Boehmer as new director Lloyd Maynard Beers, Jr. w w 5S >{&fr >{&f vXx( VERMONTVILLE - Lloyd Maynard Beers, Jr., age 26, of Vermontville, died in an auto­ mobile accident on Wednes­ day, June 11, 1997. Mr. Beers was born April 6, 1971 in Charlotte, the son of Lloyd M. and Loretta (Spidel) Beers, Sr. He worked as an Agriculture Millright at Johnson Systems in Marshall. He was the light heavy weight champion in arm wrestling at the Maple Syrup Festival in 1997. Mr Beers was preceded in death by his grandfather, Maynard Beers. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Sue (Rugg) Beers; a son, Clayton David Beers and a daughter, Rachelle Renee Beers of Vermontville; his mother, Loretta Beers of Bellevue; his father, Lloyd (Pam) Beers, Sr. ofCharlotte; a brother, Franklin (Tonia) Beers ofBattle Creek; two half sisters, Alice Beers and Brenda (Joey) Beers of Burr Oak; a grandmother, Jessie Beers of Bellevue; grandfather, Frank- lin (Zelpha) Spidel of Alaba­ ma; parents-in-law, Terry and Lorry Rugg of Vermontville; sisters-in-law, Mary (Brad) Rugg ofPotterville and Aman­ da (Steve) Larie ofBig Rapids; a brother-in-law, Willis (Karrie) Rugg ofVermontville and eleven nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 14, 1997 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlot­ te. Scott Collier and Dan Shinaparger officiated. Inter­ ment took place at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Viola D. (Histed) Sheldon S‘^*« JSSES ■s<$ c'uiSk ^^*Sw '**S5w^,,? >x, >x ify* 7 5*^ po ptoiS tiS^ it’Si iZ^* IB'^- safe -h« will tai[t sin1 nd sttudi itau IjW w MM IB IM* 02244733 wW g% % sgs g NASHVILLE - Viola D. 1928 in Strongs and was a in death by her husband, Fred (Histed) Sheldon, age 88, of homemaker most of her in 1957; two sons, Richard Nashville, passed away married life. Histed and Patrick Histed; one Sunday, June 8, 1997 at The family moved to Nash- daughter, Pearl Mathis; two Pennock Hospital in Hastings. ville in 1963 and she worked in grandchildren; two brothers Mrs. Sheldon was bom on Hastings at the Grand Rapids and four sisters. October 8,1908 in Strongs„the Bookcase Company as a She is survived by two daughter of Isaac and Minnie Detailer. daughters, Marge Youngs of (Defraying) Perry. She She enjoyed reading all Nashville and Dianna Baker of attended school in Strongs and books, especially Westerns Auburn, Indiana; two sons, after her education she worked and National Geographies. She Otto Histed of Westland and at her mother’s rooming house. loved her dog, “Bambi”. Arnold Histed of Nashville; She married Fred Histed in Mrs. Sheldon was preceded many grandchildren; several great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Dorothy M. McVey. Graveside services were HASTINGS - Dorothy M. McVey; one daughter, Kristy held on Wednesday, June 11, McVey, age 71, of Hastings, (Mark) Ifill; one son, Scott 1997 at file Strongs Cemetery passed away Thursday, June 5, McVey and family; other fami­ in Strongs. Memorial donations may be 1997 at Home of Hope in ly, Larry & Sally McVey and children, Ray & Pat Branch made to the family. Grand Rapids. Mrs. McVey was bom on and children, Charles & Marty March 21, 1926 in the Bronx, McVey and children; cousins, New York, the daughter of Jack & Anna Sunkel and her Aldof and Barbara (Sunkel) oldest and dearest friend, Doris Wyss. She was raised in the Finer of Lake Worth, Florida. Respecting her wishes, there Rye, New York area and will be no services. attended schools there. Memorial contributions '■'•'She has resided in Lake Worth, Florida for many years may be made to Barry and summered in Hastings for Community Hospice. Arrangements were made several years. Mrs. McVe.y is survived by ■ by Wren Funeral Home iin Hastings. her husband, Donald N. ual Assault/Abuse Coor­ dinating Council and a moderator on the Great Lakes Free Net. Boehmer has two sons. Richard who attends Olivet High School and Jesse who at­ tends Maple Valley Junior High. “It’s a pleasure returning to Eaton County,” she said. “I enjoy seeing the familiar faces, as well as making many new acquaintances. Housing Services For Eaton County provides a valuable and much needed service and I am proud to be a part of it.” Housing Services for Eaton Countj' is located at 104 W. Seminary St. in Charlotte. PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair 'Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville J Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Put Yourse On The Cutting Edge Donald W. Pixleyfishing, farm impleNASHVILLE - Donald W. Pixley, 55, ofNashville passed ments,traveling, the outdoors away Saturday, June 14,1997 and his cottage at Barryton. He was preceded in death by at Mecosta County General his father, Rolland Pixley. Hospital, Big Rapids. Mr. Pixley is survived by his He was bom on November 9,1941 in Castleton Township wife, Loretta; one daughter, of Barry County, the son of Dawn (Ted) Hall ofNashville; Rolland and Gretchen one son, Scott (Tammy) Pixley of Lake Odessa; three grand­ (DeCamp) Pixley. He graduated from Nashvil­ sons, Joshua, David and Cody; le High School in 1961 and his mother, Gretchen Pixley of attended Kellogg Community Nashville; one brother, Leonard (Maxine) Pixley of College. He married Loretta Gardner Nashville; one sister, Candice on June 18,1965 in Nashville. (Dennis) Mapes of Nashville; Mr. Pixley farmed for 19 and many nieces, nephews, years and worked at Oldsmo­ aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be held bile in Lansing for 27 1/2 Tuesday, June 17,1997 at 2:00 years. He was a member of the pm at the Nashville United Nashville Lions Club, the Methodist Church with Castleton Township Fire Reverend James L. Hynes offi­ Department, The Nashville ciating. Burial will take place Maple Syrup Association, the at Lakeview Cemetery, Castleton Township Board, Nashville. Memorial contributions past president of the Maple Valley High School Band may be made to Nashville Boosters, and attended the Lions Scholarship Fund of the Nashville United Methodist Nashville Fire Department Arrangements were made Church. He enjoyed woodworking, by Maple Valley Chapel. V4 SHEET . 3/8” Jg|> HEAVY-DUTY DRILL HEAVY-DUTY PALM GRIP SANDER • 1.8 amps, 13,000 OPM • 100% sealed ball bearing constructibn • Dual counter balance vibration design 6016 £ • Variable speed reversing • 3.5 amps, 0-1000 RPM • Ball bearing construction 0228-1 NOTICE MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS has a vacancy on the Board of Education. Anyone interested in filling this position until June 30, 1998 should contact the Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml. (852­ 9699) by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 1997. 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Boehmer is beginning her third year at Western Michigan University in the master of public administra­ tion program. In addition to her MPA classes, she will complete her managerial cer­ tification in non-profits this summer. Boehmer grew up in Eaton County and graduated from Bellevue High School in 1977. During her childhood, she and her family were active members of the Eaton County 4-H Fair. Boehmer earned a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education from Olivet College in 1981. Her student teaching was done at St. Mary’s Catholic School and she substituted throughout Eaton County for seven years. She comes to Housing Ser­ vices For Eaton County with a variety of non-profit ex­ perience. Previous employ­ ment was in Calhoun County as coordinator of HOPE Line, Calhoun County’s 24-hour crisis line, which supplies 24-hour contracted phone ser­ vices with a variety of mental health and non-profit agen­ cies. 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The tours will be part of “Summer Celebration ’97,” which will commemorate the competition of the Animal Agriculture Initiative by rededicating Anthony Hall in ceremonies at 4 p.m. Tours of the remodeled building will follow. Tour participants should board buses at the Ag Expo parking area at Farm Lane and Mt. Hope Road. A buffet sponsored by Michigan Farm Bureau, the Michigan Livestock Exchange, the Michigan Milk Producers Association and MSU will be available after the ceremonies until 7 p.m. The buffet cost is $5 per per- • NOTICE • The Village of Nashville Police Department is now taking applica­ tions for the police reserves program. Anyone interested should contact Chief Falk at 852-9877 by June 26, 1997. Nashville Village Council son. Tickets will be sold in ad­ vance only. Order through MFB, Box 30960, Lansing, MI 48909 or fax requests to (517) 323-6541. Maynard Hogberg, chairman of MSU Department of Animal Science, says the Anthony Hall renovation will not be completed until just before students return for fall classes. “Nonetheless, anyone who was familiar with the Anthony Hall of old is going to be impressed,” he says. He says that furnishings are not yet in the classrooms or offices, but visitors will be impressed with the transformation from what was essen­ tially a building of outdated research and teaching facilities to one that will meet the next century’s demands. “With the people we will have and the facilities available to them, we will be able to do the molecular research needed to improve animal types for efficiency and food quality and safety,” he says. “We will be able to develop the information that producers and processors need to meet consumer expec- rations in food quality and safety and comply with the future environmental demands of animal agriculture.” Among those demands will be efforts to provide animals with natural resistance to chronic disease problems such as mastitis in dairy animals, to develop meat animals that produce a tender meat product with fat less fat, and to create systems that curtail or virtual­ ly eliminate odor and potential environmental problems with animal manure. Hogberg says that kind of research will also bolster the educational content of animal science courses for students. He hopes they will find that the knowledge acquired at MSU will enable them to play major roles in the future ofthe country’s animal production and environmental management. The new facilities will also eventually house distance education, which will enable producers and others to par­ ticipate in on-campus animal science educational events without leaving their homes, communities or farm offices. Ag Expo’s 35-acre exhibi­ tion site will open at 9 a.m. each day and will feature more than 300 manufacturers of farm equipment and sup­ plies from 23 states and Canada. Expo’s 40 acres of field demonstrations will be on harvesting and storing alfalfa as baleage and as silage. The demonstrations will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Animal handling demonstrations at the main ex­ hibition site will be on detec­ ting and preventing lameness in dairy animals. 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The property tax millage rate proposed to be levied to support the proposed budget will be a subject of this hearing.1 This notice is given by order of the Board of Education. Jerry A. Sessions, Secretary �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 11 Dearborn man killed in crash in Chester Township Patrick Coyne, 63, of Dear­ born, was killed Wednesday, June 11, after his car was struck by a semi-truck at the intersection of M-50 and Vermontville Highway in Chester Township. Eaton County Sheriffs deputies said Coyne was west examiner. Coyne's passenger, bound on Vermontville Barb Clarrige of Northville, Highway when he apparently was transported to Hayesfailed to stop at the stop sign Green Beach Hospital in Charand was struck by a north bound semi driven by Keith Rathbun ofMorrice. Coyne was pronounced dead at the scene by the medical Calendar oS Events On the shelf at Sunfield District Library Semraus celebrating 35th anniversary Bill and Patsy Semrau will be celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary on June 16th, 1997. They will be celebrating with a family dinner including their children: Brenda, Kathy and Jack and their families, Wes and Kyle, Tim, Tucker and Dalton, Samantha, Page and Maggie. Maple Valley grad on college dean's list g Kathryn R. Murphy of Nashville, was named to the dean’s list at the University of Memphis for the 1997 spring semester. Students on the list met one EWING WELL DRILLING, INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm IVe stock a complete line of... • Pumps > Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe <• Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT DO OUR OWN WORi. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 The Sunfield District Library summer reading pro­ gram is set to get underway beginning July 1 and run through Aug. 2. All readers pre-school to those entering sixth grade are welcome to join. Signup begins Monday, June 23, and readers will be given the rules for this year’s program and some surprises. The theme is “Be Eager About Reading” and features author Frank Asch’s Moonbear as the mascot. There will be prizes, in­ cluding McDonald’s and Burger King coupons and free videos. The outside of the library is looking beautiful lately, thanks to the work of some friends. Terpstra’s donated and prepared the flowers in the window boxes, Quality Hardwoods provided two loads of shredded bark to spread around the bushes in front, members of the Friends of the Library weeded and cleaned up the yard, the two Boy Scoutsd from Troop 157, Phillip Plowman and Justin Brace, painted the roof and sign trim. Student receives music camp scholarship student of Gwen daughter DougMcDougal, and Dotty of the following criteria for McDougal of Vermontville, the semester: completion of has been granted a Marshall six to eight graded hours with Music Company scholarship a semester grade point to play at the Blue Lake Fine average of 4.0; completion of Arts Camp this summer. nine to 11 graded hours with a Music scholarships are minimum GPA of 3.66; or awarded by Marshall Music completion of 12 or more of Lansing to students deemed graded hours with a semester most worthy based on musigrade point average of 3.5 or cianship, citizenship and above. musical achievement, as Murphy is a gradute of determined by the school music staff and school Maple Valley High School. administration. For Sale National Ads BRASS BED: Beautiful queen size mattress set “brand new** sacrifice $200 or best offer. 1-517-699-2251. CERMAIC KILN AND KILN SITTER “Evenheat” 13”xl7”, 4 months old, manufacturers warranty. 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June 21 — 4-H Shooting Sports Fair Competition. June 23 — Small Animal Sale Mandatory Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at the' Expo Center. June 24 — Teen Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m. June 26 — Goat Fitting and Showing Workshop, 7:00 p.m. (616) 948-2513. June 27 — Non-Livestock entries due to Fair Office. June 30 — Rabbit/Cavy Fitting and Showing Clinic, 7:00 p.m., Expo Center. July 1 — Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. HELP WANTED Persons interested in being on the Nashville Ambulance. No experience necessary, will train. 517-852-9661 Marshall Music annually gives several hundred scholar­ ships to students in schools serviced by the firm throughout the state. Each scholarship is in the amount of $305. Students participate in con­ centrated sectional and large group studies, along with other outstanding student musicians from throughout the state. Theyalso have a chance to play under the direction of nationally known conductors. 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Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, June 17, 1997 — Page 12 Maplewood Elementary announces honor roll members Drallette, Tommy Griffin, Jamie Hayes, Caitlin King, Hilary Krolik, Christi O’Dell, Nate Racine, Ben Smith, Sheena Andler, Lacy Bolton, Valerie Smith. Mrs. Smith 5th Grade Mrs. Luyendyk AD A’s — Maggie Bonner, Stefanie Joostberns, Scott Setchfield. B Average — Jerrica Ashcraft; Eli Bush, Joel All A’s — Pat Andrews, Chayla Robles, Amber Terberg. B Average — Meagan Putnam, Nicole Rucinski, Sara Scott, Rachelle Swift, Michael Bartlett, Aaron Ohm, Anthony Cook. Mrs. Kipp AH A’s — Kathryn Carney, Dustin Powers. B Average — Terry Desrochers, Megan Garvey, Summer Hill, AHen Musser, Dan Sealy, Kelly Wilson. Mrs. Tuckey B Average — Neisha Bar­ nhart, Chelsea Bradenberg, Jessica Craven, Elisha Gib­ son, Kristina McCallum, Heidi McCrimmon, Ben Owens, Dale Platte, Derik Ripley, Michelle Strong, Ty VanAlstine, Kara Aiken. 6th Grade Mrs. Guajardo Vermontville man killed in accident Lloyd M. Beers, 26, of Vermontville, was killed in a Wednesday, June 11, traffic accident Eaton County Sheriffs de­ tectives said Beers was travel­ ing on South Ionia Road be­ tween Stoney Point and Paddy roads in Bellevue Township when he caught the comer of the road, over corrected his vehicle and lost control, caus­ ing his car to roll over and strike a tree. Beers was air lifted to Bron­ son Hospital, where he died later that day. John Deere’s NASCAR will be at our dealership on June 20-21 co-sponsored with the local Pontiac dealer. Stop by and check it out! Friday 12:00 - 8:00 pm & Saturday 8:00 - 4 pm Located on... 2900 N. Broadway Hastings, Ml (North of town on M-43) Equipment, Inc. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 26 — Tuesday, June 24, 1997 Special vote to decide who Community mourns loss of Lloyd Beers operates Woodlawn Cemetery by Cindy J Smith car, which resulted in massive Vermontville Township voters will go to the polls July 22 to decide what to do about Woodlawn Cemetery — whether operations will remain in the hands of a few families with loved ones buried there or be turned over to the township. "The cemetery has always been private, non-profit," said Township Board member Jack Rathbum, "owned by its lot owners since it was established in 1875." Why a change now? Purely financial, according to Rathbum. Woodlawn, like many small private cemeteries, has financial problems. All main­ tenance is the responsibility of only a few local families, which results in very little available money. But at the same time, it is also the only Vermontville cemetery now available for burials. "By becoming a township cemetery, there would be no sales tax on purchases," said Rathbum. "There would be little change in operations." He added that any decisions regarding the cemetery now are handled by its own govern- ing board, much like the Library Board. "That wouldn't change, ei­ ther," he said. "Board mem­ bers could still be elected and one person would be appointed to report to Vermontville Township on a regular basis." Day to day operations would be handled by that same Cemetery Board, and when extra help was needed, the town­ ship would step in. Will this mean more taxes? According to those involved, there would be no request for millage to run the cemetery at the present time. Operations would come from the sale of lots, grave openings and foun­ dations. If the financial situa­ tion did not improve, voters could be asked to help fund the cemetery in the future. A special public meeting to answer questions the public may have has been planned for 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at the First Congregational Church. "That July election is a big decision," said Rathbum. Those who have questions or concerns also can call Rathbum at 726-0524 or Vil­ lage President Sue Villanueva at 726-0566. StaffWriter Lloyd Beers had his whole life ahead of him at age 26 — a loving wife and two wonder­ ful kids, a great job and loads of friends. His dreams for the future all came to an abrupt end June 11 when a single car accident took his life. That morning was like any other, according to wife, Cindy. Both she and Lloyd worked in Marshall. She al­ ways left the house a little earlier than he did, and was thinking about the conversa­ tion that they had the night before when the bad news came. "We had been making plans for a family vacation," she said. "Lloyd wanted to give the kids and I a really great vacation this year and had taken a second job in the evenings to save enough money. "We had so much planned, he had so much to live for." According to police reports, there were no outside distrac­ tions on Ionia Road that morning, and speed was not a factor, it was simply a freak accident. When overcorrecting to avoid a tree on one side of the road, Lloyd had flipped his head injuries. He had to be transported by helicopter from the scene and died just a few hours later. He never regained consciousness. Cindy was notified at work shortly after the accident and left immediately for Bronson Hospital. She was by his side when he died. Since then community sup­ port has been overwhelming. Flowers and food have been coming to the Beers residence daily. There have been dona­ tions and many area busi­ nesses have overlooked poli­ cies allowing friends the op­ portunity to say their last good-byes. "There has been lots and lots of support from the community and local busi­ nesses," said Aunt Sheila (Rugg) McDiarmid. "And many have given extended family and friends extra time off to cope with this tragedy." Though Lloyd never set out to be a town hero, he was well known around Ver­ montville, especially at Syrup Festival time. He was the lightweight champion of the annual arm wrestling contest. "Lloyd had been in the arm See Village mourns, P. 2 Little Clayton and Rachelle Beers won't have dad around while growing up, and wife Cindy is now faced with the uncertainty of single parenthood. All happened so suddenly last week when Lloyd had a terrible car accident. Donations to the family have been nothing short of overwhelming since his death. Two Maple Valley teens return from HOBY conference group activities are planned, choose just one sophomore to all are geared toward improv­ attend this conference. That ing self confidence. young man or woman must Teachers at Maple Valley, possess top notch leadership like many other districts qualities. across the state every year This year was a little differ­ ent. Finkler, who had been cho­ sen as last year's representa­ tive at the seminar, has opted to return as an alumni. She said that the day she found out as a sophomore that she had been chosen is one that she will never forget and the expe­ rience is one that has changed her life forever. "I'll never forget when Mr. Rooks came to let me know that I had been chosen to go," she said. "When he asked to see me in the hallway I thought I was in trouble for something. He told me that I was the perfect candidate to go to HOBY and I was so ex­ cited." That first trip to the institute was a real growing experience, according to Finkler, and she would now have the privilege of screening this year's appli­ cants, narrowing down a choice. She knew that whomever was selected would have to be open minded and eager to learn from counselors and other teens. Bethany Power and Amanda Finkler were among just a select few high school When Bethany Poyer's students who recently had the opportunity to attend the Hugh O'Brian Youth name appeared on the list, Foundation conference in Midland. Finkler said she knew she i Bethany Poyer and Amanda Finkler from Maple Valley High recently were among just a few selected teens to take part in the annual Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation (HOBY) conference in Mid­ land. HOBY for short, was named after the actor and designed as a leadership conference for teens. While there many would be the perfect candidate. "I was so surprised when I was picked," said Bethany. "I found out way back in September and then I had to wait all this time before go­ ing." Poyer had no idea of what was in store. Her arrival at the HOBY institute was what she described as quite the eye opener. Counselors and alumni have a tradition of be­ ing a little overbearing. "She was pretty scared," said Finkler. "I remember though when I got there first time, they just about dragged me out of the car and I didn't even get a chance to say good­ bye to mom." Poyer’s experience was very similar, but soon she adjusted to surroundings, and before long was one ofthe gang. The next three days were busy and according to both girls, very worth while. Hugh O'Brien's message to teens, "think special and you will always be special," was based on motivation and a true appreciation of American's democratic process. "Our purpose is to show you how to think, not what to think?' he said. Among objectives at the program were to seek out, recognize and reward leader­ ship potential, to encourage the teens to identify with their personal needs, to provide the students with information about career choices, and to See HOBY teens, P. 2 In This Issue... • Boosters representative says band shortchanged • Dune buggy show was double in size this year • Junior high students rewarded with Cedar Point trip • Class of 1947 enjoys 50-year reunion �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1997 — Page 2 VILLAGE MOURNS, those around him, was most important. "That's one thing that I can hold one too," said Cindy. "He always told me how very much he loved me and our children and I know that he understood just how much we all loved him." She added," Probably the best two moment of Lloyd's life were when Clayton and Rachelle were born. He wrestling contes contest for me past six years,* "arfS had come in sdconS -ptede’four different times? This-past -year he had finally mustered the champi­ onship, bringing cheers from his many fans who had long awaited that moment," said Cindy. Others remember him from hunting and fishing trips, and yet others as a simple family man. His family, according to HOBY TEENS, continued from front page. continued from front encourage them to use their leadership abilities. According to officials at the HOBY institute, the results of the workshops there have been impressive. They recently polled alumni and found that 93 percent are willing to make decisions and be responsible for those decisions, 98.8% began to think about new ca­ reer possibilities after attend­ ing, and 71% received awards for community service follow­ ing their visit to HOBY. Both girls would like to re­ turn to HOBY again next year as alumni. Because of the change in rules, sponsorships will be needed for that to hap­ pen. Those interested in sponsor­ ing a trip to the institute can obtain information by contact­ ing Maple Valley High School counselor Ward Rooks or by calling the Hugh O'Brian Youth Foundation at (310)474-4370. couldn't wait for the big day tion. "I didn't get Red Lobster un­ either time and went to every til we were married," she said. doctor's visit with me.' Though never extravagant, She said the two had always thought they would grow old he was what most considered a together, never imagining that true friend and a man of one would or could go on honor. "He always kept his word," without the other. Now she is said Sheila, "and would drop faced with raising two small children on her own, but holds what ever he was doing to help someone else." dearly those past few years. Lloyd was also a simple He went to his grave with a man, usually dressed in jeans, bouquet of pink roses, maybe a bit unusual to some, but and his trademark, a black hat. "That hat and his boots with significant meaning to were the first things he his wife. "The very first flowers Tie grabbed when he got out of bought for me while dating bed in the morning," said were pink roses," she said. Cindy. "He never went any­ "It's always been the same for where without them." In tribute, those chosen to every anniversary or special occasion. I couldn't say good­ be casket bearers at his fu­ neral, all did the same. bye without them." "They were all like brothers She said that Murray's in to Lloyd," said Cindy. "They Charlotte spent a lot of time wanted to do something in locating the roses for her. The roses evidently were the tribute, so rather than suits, one more expensive thing that each was dressed in black Lloyd felt was important. jeans, a T-shirt and black hat, Dinner on most dates, accord­ and each had a can of Kodiak ing to Cindy, was pop and in their back pocket." Many others wrote small ' chips from the local Shell statributes to Lloyd in a book made available during show­ ing and funeral services. There were remarks shared about special moments, the way that he would wiggle his ears, and most of all about how special his friendship was to those around him. Lloyd was laid to rest June Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. Most will remember Lloyd just like this in his jeans and black hat, others will remember him as that 'hunk' who was this years light weight champion at the Vermontville Syrup Festival's annual Arm Wrestling contest. He was a true friend to all who knew him. 14 after a funeral service with nearly 300 people in atten­ dance. "It was wonderful the way people showed their love for Lloyd," said Cindy. "There was barely standing room in Pray's Funeral Home. He must have made an impact on many lives." Perhaps the remark made by co-worker, Jimmy Brickheiser best sums it up:. 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The EAton County Family Coordinating Council was established last year deal with human service needs of children and families in order to prevent child abuse and to fund was the ‘Building neglect, protect children safe­ Strong Families — Parenting ly in their homes and prevent Program,’ administered by unnecessary separation of Eaton County MSU Exten­ sion, from half time to full families. This council today is made time,” said Jan Bazler, chair up of representatives from of the council. “According to the council’s human service agencies, education institutions, the focus group surveys, Eaton faith community, and citizens. County families need the It has been given the decision parenting skills building pro­ making responsibility as the gram on a full time bases,” oversight body for the Strong she added. “This particular Families/Safe Children Com­ program targets parents of munity Plan for Eaton children birth to 3 years ofage and is taught in the home, County. “After a year of developing making it very convenient for a county-wide plan, one ofthe young parents.” programs the council decided LOCAL Cl 1 L RCI I SCHEDUL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Momship Worship ... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9=45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship................... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship .................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.... ,.......... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 0 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ ........ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. A.M. Senrice................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Senrice............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Senrice................................ 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Senrice................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice...................... 9:45 Sunday School.................... 1 1:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 862-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA. 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN our lady of HOPE CHAPEL Homan Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1997 — Page 3 Boosters representative says “M.V. band shortchanged by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer When voters approved en­ hancement millage two years ago, have promises made by the district been kept, or were some kids shortchanged? At least one Maple Valley parent says that funds were not distributed as they should have been. Dennis Mapes, representing the band boosters, appeared before the Board of Education June 9, demanding answers as to why the band program did not get its fair share. "There were definitely irregularities in the distribution of funds from enhancement millage,” he said. "In a flyer mailed from the school we were assured the 50 percent of the money would pay for technology, 30 percent would fund the new track and football field, including bleachers, and that 12 percent would go to our band program." Mapes went on to say that when all was said and done, funds used for new uniforms and equipment for the band only amounted to 11 percent of the total. "There was a different of $21,669," he said. "That's a pretty good chunk ofchange." He added that he feels the band always has seemed to come out on the short end of the stick. Is there any truth to Mapes' accusations? There have been substantial changes since voters approved the enhancement millage, and materials obtained from school administrators concludes that the band program did not receive 12 percent, as promised in mailings. The Maple Valley News also has interviewed administrators and school board officials, all of whom see the re­ sult of the enhancement mil­ lage as positive and a benefit to all Maple Valley students. In a flyer mailed to parents prior to the enhancement mil­ lage election, an attempt was made to explain what the raise in tax dollars would accomplish, and where the money would be used. There was also newspaper coverage. According to comptroller Pamela Kihn, each differed slightly but the intent was the same. All figures given out were purely estimates. "The original projection for use of the enhancement funds were stated in several media U We have accomplished many positive things for students at Maple Valley. I like the other board members, am there because we care about kids and want them to have the very best education possible. 5J — Dr. Michael Callton, board president forms,” she said. "All differed slightly and present the intended use of anticipated revenues. They were all attempts to inform the voters of our goals and what we expected to accomplish with passage of the enhancement millage." The band originally was projected to receive 12 percent of the expected funds, which would pay for one set of new uniforms and percussion equipment. What they did receive was not just one, but two sets of uniforms, one for marching and one for concert. They also received funds for new instruments and now are awaiting a computer for the band room. "They still have $6,000 left to spend," Kihn said. She added that though 50 Obituaries Donald Langham NASHVILLE Donald Langham, age 66, ofNashvil­ le, passed away Monday, June 16, 1997 at home after a hard fought battle with cancer. Mr. Langham was bom December 1,1930 in Zeeland, the son of Everett and Ruth (Dost) Blok. He spent his entire life in Nashville and graduated from W.K. Kellogg High School in Nashville in 1949. He was a star football player and attended Central t Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant with a full scholarship until he served with the Marines in the Korean War. He married Shirley Beck in Nashville on July 9, 1955. Mr. Langham was a licensed building contractor for many years but also served as Nash­ ville’s Chief of Police for several years and Deputy Sherriff for Barry County. He attended Nashville Baptist Church. He was an HAIR SHOP vI CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles.for Men, Women & Children Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; Thurs. Closed; Fri. 9 am - 3 . pm; Sat. 9 am - 12 pm TUI-AKTANDSCIIiNCIiOri-UKH (Every other Saturday) h-ant sssbncss. X Y /W E DA 6 Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Administrator for Castleton Township Zoning and Build­ ing Board, Township Trustee for Castleton Township and a member of the Board for the Ambulance and Fire Depart­ ment Committee and Transfer/ Recycling Committe. Mr. Langham was an avid fisherman, hunter and sports enthusiast, he enjoyed garden­ ing and attending conventions of the Korean War Marine Veterans. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Garrett Blok. Mr. Langham is survived by his wife of 41 years, Shirley; two daughters, Karman (Melvin) Lewis ofWebbervil­ le and Janine (Jack) Peltier of Mason; one grandson, Ryan Crips; a sister, Audrey (Ed) Beck of Clinton Township; two step brothers; Dr. Robot F. Langham of Haslett and Russell (Carol) Langham of Tecumseh; one step sister, Leone Landfair of Dallas, Texas and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 19,1997 at the Nashville Baptist Church. Reverend Lester DeGroot offi­ ciated. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nash­ ville with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Baptist Church Building Fund, Cancer Society or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville. percent was allotted for technology, goals for that addition, including training, were accomplished with only 47 percent of enhancement rev­ enues. Retiring Superintendent Alan McLean said that he was happy with results. He felt that with many hours spent by staff and board members to research costs, those projec­ tions proved to be very close when the project was com­ pleted. "Those figures were purely guidelines, No one could know exactly what the SEV (State Equalized Value) would be. We spent months gather­ ing information and in the end came pretty dam close to our projections." But what about the track, which originally was to cost much less than when done, and many voters were under the impression that the mil­ lage would pay for extras like bleachers. After all, they have contended, that is what the school district sold to them in the mailings. 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June 27 — Non-Livestock entries due to Fair Office. June 30 — Rabbit/Cavy Fitting and Showing Clinic, 7:00 p.m., Expo Center. July 1 — Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. My 3 — 4-H Livestock Development Committee Meeting, Expo Center. PLEASE NC/llt: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1997 — Page 5 Toby and Barb Waldowski to sing at United Methodist Church July 6 Has, observes 90th (517) 726 0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Dixie Brand Vickie Morrison Broker/Builder Office Manager Realtor/Consultant 517-726-1100 5175439925 Nashville woman graduates at Moody Institute Grace Whitehair We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. • Dixie Brand Broker/Builder It's a concert! Sunday July 6, Toby and Barb Waldowski will appear the Nashville United Methodist Church and the public is invited to attend. This couple, who many may recognize from Billy Graham Crusades or the Hour of Power telecast with Robert H. Schuller have also made several recordings. They began their ministry in Christian contemporary music in 1976, and will share their experiences through their ministries along with their music. Toby, who began on the piano at the age of 5, has since become a composer. "We want the community to share this special concert with us," said Pastor James Hynes. "They will be performing new recordings such as Turn Your Eyes on Jesus." He added, Please put Sunday July 6 on your calendar. The concert will begin at 9:45 am. Rhea Ferrier of Nashville has received a master of arts in ministry degree from the Graduate School of the Moody Blue Institute of Chicago (MBI). Ferrier received the degree HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. at the MBI commencement exercises May 17 in Chicago. The masters program in which Ferrier participated was designed for the busy church professional — pastors, missionaries and Christian school educators. The Moody Graduate School format allows students to pro­ gress through the program without having to take a leave of absence from their current occupation. Ferrier is associate chaplain with Forgotten Men Ministries (Grand Rapids) working at the Eaton County Jail. She is a 1958 graduate of Central Michigan University (Mt. Pleasant, MI). Moody Bible Institute of Chicago, a college- and graduate-level school, prepares students for occupa­ tions as pastors, missionaries and other church-related workers. In addition to its more than 600 graduate students and 1,500 undergraduate students, it operates extension schools in several states and a world­ wide independent studies program. Joan Shanafelt Realtor/Consultant 517-852-0863 • LAKE ODESSA - 3 plus bedroom, 2 bath, home in the country. Large pole bam with workshop, on 2 acres. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE110JS) FOR TIME CONSCIOUS FAMILY - Low maintenance inside & out. Newer roof, siding, drywall, carpet and beautifully landscaped. Country kitchen with full ceiling skylight. Three and half car garage. (RE107DB) COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Pictured farmhouse is a handyman special (will split, with the sale of the remaining property). sets off this country lot with three bed- 83 ACRE FARM - 2 homes, 2 bams, 3-car pole barn. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) — VACANT LAND — LIVE NEAR LAKE ACCESS when you buy this home in Lake Odessa. 3 bedrooms, many updates. (RE113DB) • NOTICE • Grace Whitehair will celebrate her 90th birthday on June 29th. Help her celebrate this special day by sending a card to her at: 705 Reed, Nashville, MI 49073. The Village of Nashville Police Department is now taking applications for the police reserves program. Anyone interested should contact Chief Falk at 852-9866 by June 26, 1997. NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) Nashville Village Council COMMERCIAL — VERMONTVILLE • $62,000 - For this 2 + bedroom home in the country on 2 acres with outbuildings. Call Joan (517) 852­ 0863. (RE105JS) The Thornapple Arts Council of Barry Councils Youth Theatre Guild presents... Thg Trial of Goldilocks” VERMONTVILLE - 3 bedroom home on 2 + acres, with 300+ river frontage. Also included, a 2 bedroom mobile and a 3-car garage with heated workshop. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE114JS) ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. 90% leased. Good N.O.I. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest party store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. 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(LT910JS) Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily. NEW BUILDING CONSTRUCTION On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �TtM Mapta Voltey Maw*, Nashville, Tunioy. June 24, 1997 — Faga 4 Dune buggy show was double in size at Charlton Park size. It all began when Whelpley decided to put together a track to run buggies behind his dad's house on Thornapple Lake Road in Castleton Township. He had been given an old Volkswagen from a neighbor for helping out and began to get interested in building other machines and racing them. Soon the track out back was busy almost ev­ ery weekend, with many peo­ ple coming from out of town by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Dune buggies and dragsters from all over the state pulled into Charlton Park June 1 for the second annual Dune Buggy Show and Swap Meet It's hard to imagine that it came about because of a brainstorm of a Nashville res­ ident. Jim Whelpley .just loves buggies and wanted some place local to meet with other enthusiasts. In just two years, the show has doubled in There were many 'hot buggy's at the second annual Dune Buggy Show organized by Jim Whelpley of Nashville. Many who entered their machines went home with trophies like Jim Cathcart of Charlotte. "It was a lot of work," he said, "but a lot of fun." If there was going to be competition, there should be trophies, so the first order of business was to find sponsors. "We have been very fortu­ nate to find really great spon­ sors," said Whelpley. "Many were real supportive the first year, and have been back this year to help again." Among those who sponsored this year’s event were Apple­ tree Automotive, Gavin Ford, Barry Auto, Pat’s Chuck­ wagon, Southern Shoe and Boot Company, Miller Glass and Buggy and Whelpley's Buggy Parts. There also were personal invitations to different dragster clubs and advertising. The success of last year's show was probably the best adver­ tising that Whelpley could have had. Word traveled among roadster enthusiasts, and once a date was set for the second annual Dune Buggy Those who managed to get over the Charlton Park Show the phone started ring­ on June 1 had the opportunity see many different ing. buggies and dragsters. This red Volkswagen This year, there were even displayed by Denny Smith of Battle Creek was "Daily out of state buggies on dis­ Driver" winner. play. "A prize went to one who He and wife Cindy then be­ to race and visit with other gan packing up every weekend had traveled the furthest to buggy lovers. Those races were short lived and heading north to another when officials from Castleton track. They always had a good Township shut down the track time, but really wanted some­ because of complaints from thing close to home. Soon Jim developed a local neighbors. "They said they didn't like club, and began making plans all the noise," said Jim. "I for a show in Barry County. was really disappointed be­ He decided on Charlton Park cause we had worked hard to and began putting together the develop the track and everyone first-ever show just over year ago. seemed to enjoy it." register in our show," said Whelpley. "This year, that winner was from Kokomo, Indiana." Many who displayed their buggies and dragsters entered the competition while at the event, and several went home with trophies. Among this year's winners were Wally Crum from Charlotte taking first place in Dragster class and Dick Golightly trailing a close second. Daily Driver awards went to Denny Smith of Battle Creek, and Mary Brooks of Charlotte. The Off Road class brought about some interesting en­ tries, according to Whelpley, and winners included Dale Flaugher of Jonesville and Jim Cathcart from Charlotte. Matt Bebee came all the way from Westland with his street rod, but managed to drive home with a first place trophy. Fred Hampton from Grass Lake was a close second place, and a two-time winner. He had taken first place trophy last year. Part of the fun at the buggy show is the used and abused class. Whelpley wanted to give a prize for a buggy or See Dune buggy, P. 7 Summed White Rain Shampoo or Conditioner 13.5 oz. Essentials, Exotics or Solutions -4 29 Select Formulae HII Matt Beebe came all the way from Westland with this purple street rod. He drove back home with a first place trophy 75 Your Choice Coppertone Suncare Gillette Custom Plus Pivot Blade Custom Plus Dark Sen Tanner 3.75 oz. Pivot Sensitive Blade S’* .$6.19 4.6 gm. "1-Pose Treatment" Tylenol 11" Band-Aid Extra Strength Tablets, 1111 Brand Strips BANDAID 30’s Flexible or Clear or Geltabs 24’s TYLEN&L ai'usg Chofce Vagistat-1 Select Formulas Tylenol M ★★★ BARGAIN OF THE WEEK ★★★ Colgate Shave Cream 11 oz. i— EXTRA STRENGTH KQ Sport Strips 30's ............. 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Gyp­ sy moth caterpillars are voracious eaters at this stage and defoliation is frustrating to tree owners. Defoliation usually does not kill the three, but will drain reserves which may cause stress. Be sure to supply adequate water to in­ fested trees and fertilization with help. The Eaton County MSU Extension office has several bulletins on dealing with gypsy moth, which can be ordered by calling (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. • Pine sawflies are busy chewing away at Christmas tree plantings or landscape trees. Sawflies look like green-striped caterpillars with black heads and three sets of legs at the front section. Sawfly infestations are easily con­ trolled with spot applications of sevin or carbaryl. • Four-lined plant bugs have devastated at least one Charlotte homeowner. Plant bugs are bright reddish with black legs. They feed on the chlorophyll in leaves and at the same time inject a toxic saliva that forms brown spots on leaves. Only a few plant bugs can do a lot of damage. Plant bugs are not very discriminating eaters and will infest a variety of plants. • Forest tent caterpillars can be found in small numbers, especially on maple trees. These are black furry caterpillars. They do not make tents, but feed on leaves caus­ ing limited damage. leaf • Birch leafminers tunnel through the tissue tiss between the leaf surface making the leaves translucent and bronzelooking. The leafminer is a flat larva that will develop into another generation of sawfly adults. Trees that are damaged repeatedly may be weakened. It’s important to time insecticide sprays when adults are present, which will be early June and early to mid-July this year. . Insects are our friends and we couldn’t live without them, but under some cir­ cumstances their population needs to be curbed. Before spraying a pesticide, consider alternative ways to discourage insect damage, or weigh the effect that the damage will make. Sometimes living with a little damage is the best choice. YOUR LAST CHANCE! LAST & FINAL CUT IN PRICES LAST 5 DAYS OF OUR STORE CLOSING SALE Books on the shelf at Sunfield Library DUNE BUGGY FROM Page 6 street rod that had seen better days, arid this year's winner was Stuart Gross from Hast­ ings. Best paint award went to Rick Gutchess also of Hastings and MSBA Choice (Michigan Street Buggy As­ sociation) was awarded to Bob Fleming ofKalamazoo. There was also a price given for the oldest dune buggy en­ thusiast to participate in the event. That award ironically went to Jim Whelpley Sr. from Nashville who is right in his prime of collecting and racing the machines. The Friends of the Sunfield Library will hold their second annual used book sale at the Sunfield Farmers’ Picnic this August and are looking for donations of used books to be included in the sale. Books of all kinds, in good useable and salable condition can be boxed up and dropped off in Welch’s Hardware between now and the second week in August. Welch’s has agreed to receive and store all donated books for the Friends. No textbooks please. All proceeds from the Friends’ fund-raising activities benefit the Sunfield Library and its patrons. New adult books this week include: Up Island by Anne Rivers Siddons; End of the Drive by Louis L’Amour; The Diary of Mattie Spenser; Into the Storm — A Study in Command by Tom Clancy; The President’s Daughter by Jack Higgins; and The Do-ItYourself Guide to Home Emergencies, Step-By-Step Solutions to the Toughest Pro­ blems a Homeowner will Ever Face, New junior books are: Golem by David Wisniewski (1997 Caldecott Medal Winner — the story ofhow a rabbi brings a giant to life to help save his city); Miss Spider’s Tea Party — The Counting Book; and Clifford’s (the big red dog) Spring Clean-Up. Fine Quality Furniture andAccessories LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN HASTINGS AT 105 EAST STATE STREET GREAT *1 MILLION STORE CLOSING SALE USE CASH, CHECK, CREDIT CARDS OR FINANCING | For Sale Eaton County 4-Hers to compete in state dog show Eaton County youths will joing 4-Hers from across the state at the State 4-H Dog Show Aug. 23 at the new MSU Pavision in East Lansing. Team and agility classes will begin at 8 a.m.; all others begin at 9:30 a.m. Entry forms and fees are due to the Eaton County MSU Extension office by July 18. The 4-H members and their dogs will compete in a variety of events, including obe­ dience, showmanship, brace, team and Leader Dog puppy classes. For more informtion, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. CERAMIC KILN AND KILN SITTER “Evenheat” 13”xl7”, 4 months old, manufacturers warranty. List $745, sell for $550. 616-458-0159. Antiques ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday June 29. Over 300 exhibitors in every type ofantique, over 200 dealers under cover. Show is rain or shine, 7:30am to 4:30pm, free parking, $3 admission, at the fairgrounds right in Allegan, Michigan. *• NEWS Newspapers: The medium of choice! OO O 0/ /0 ofcommunity newspaper readers read SELLING OUT TO THE WALLS ALL FURNITURE NOW 60%to80% OFF ©DLS Co. 1997 STORE CLOSED UNTIL 12 NOON TUESDAY TO TAKE FINAL & LAST CUT IN PRICES LAST 5 DAYS STORE HOURS TUESDAY 12 to 8 WED.-THURS.-FRI. 10 to 8 SATURDAY 10 to 6 SALE RESUMES TUES. AT 12 NOON LAST 5 DAYS SPECIAL BONUS TAKE AN EXTRA every issue or almost ever}' issue. % don’t always read direct mail ads. National Newspaper Association readership study, Spotlight, on the Reader For more information, call 1 (800) 829-4NNA. if” ALL SALE PRICES SOFAS • LOVESEATS • CHAIRS • RECLINERS • SECTIONALS DESKS • CURIOS • ENTERTAINMENT UNITS • END TABLES BEDROOMS • DININC SETS • MATTRESSES • LAMPS • PICTURES ALL SALES FINAL • ALL ITEMS SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1997 — Page 8 M.V. junior high students rewarded with Cedar Point trip Lots of Maple Valley youngsters "got to the point" this spring — Cedar Point that is! It was a reward, through the Pride Club, for students' 100 percent effort during the aca­ demic year. Ninty-two junior high stu­ dents crammed into charter buses at 6 a.m. one day last month to begin the journey to Cedar Point. The number does not include all of Maple Val­ ley's junior high students. This trip was reserved for those who had worked a little harder and stayed out of trou­ ble all year. That's what the Pride Club is all about. "This trip has to be earned," said Vice Principal Todd Gonser. "Requirements are two or less unexcused ab­ sences, no more than one tardy to any class, evidence that they are in possession of all of their homework as­ signments and no referrals to my office because they have managed to get into trouble." He added that all re- quirments have to be met for a total of nine weeks. Those who hadn't earned the trip had class as usual, proba­ bly thinking about the amusement park throughout the day, wishing they'd worked a little harder or hadn't overslept one too many times! Among those who went on the trip were Amy Aspinall, Stacy Shepperly, Jenny Mans­ field, Mandy Robins, Jessica Hummel, Nikki Myers, Tori Newton, Jessi Patrick, Shelby Cousins, Nikki James, Mi­ randa Farr, Jessica Ripley, Hammie Haines, Christy Todd, Devon Augustine, Kara Matson, Jennifer Clements, Amy Reid, Amanda Cook, Jessica Heney, Rosmary Jarrard, Amber Caudill, Sara Gretzner, Amber Newton, Tim Kienstske, Kyle Lackschiede, Brain Burt, Gwen McDougal, Matt Thome, Jenny Wyant, Jamie and Lacey Wyble, Casey and Alesia VanEngen, Carly Spitzley, Adam Watson, Eric Goris, Tim Wawiernia, Darin I The Township of Vermontville will receive sealed bids on the replacement of the fire station roof. The fire sta­ tion is located on the corner of Main and First Streets within the Village of Vermontville. Copies of the specifications may be obtained by con­ tacting the Township Clerk, Marcia Grant at 517-726­ 0032. Sealed bids are to be received not later than 5:00 pm on July 5, 1997 at 5150 Round Lake Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Please mark the envelope “Fire Station Roof. HELP WANTED Persons interested in being on the Nashville Ambulance. No experience necessary, will train. 517-852-9661 NOTICE MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS has a vacancy on the Board of Education. Anyone interested in filling this position until June 30, 1998 should contact the Administration Office, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml. (852­ 9699) by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25, 1997. Whoa!, Where's the brakes?? These kids and their parents were among two bus loads of roller coaster Thrun, Nick Jones, Russel Rhodes, Nate Jarvie, Derek Musser, Jason Graham, Mike Hill, Paul Felder, Chris An­ drews, John Terberg, Heather McCrimmon, Brandon Holton, Nate Beinze, Bryan Smith, Brandon Hopkins, Andy Ewing, Justin Hoover, Jason Abfalter, Trent Swift, Chad Spears, Issac Franco, Patrick Stephens, jake Goodner, Ray Hole, Gethany Adams, Mike Hamilton, Hillary Grant, Melinda Pow­ ers, Cassundra Hager, Christina Jackson, Lizzie Sundrla, Jennifer Whitmore, Andrew Krolik, Dan Mace, Rebecca Guernsey, Aaron Scott, Megan McCauley, Bethany Swift, Allison Phillips, Brandy Ojala, Becky Scripter, Kristi Slawinski, Deven Phenix, Jason Silsbee, Casey Watling, Jacob Cole, Philcia West, Nikki Furlong, Kevin Ripley, Dacia Davis, Samantha Curtis, Camille Wieland, Travis Kerjes and JeffRhoades. ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JULY 22, 1997 To the qualified electors of Vermontville Township notice is hereby given that a Special Election will be held on July 22,1997 for the purpose of changing the ownership of Woodlawn Cemetery. PROPOSmON Should the Township of Vermontville assume by gift the ownership of Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery, together with all the assets, liabilities, and duties imposed by law? .Voting will be held at the Vermontville Fire Barn, corners of First and Main. The polls will remain open from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm on election day. Marcia K. Grant Vermontville Township Clerk Of course, with 92 students earning the trip, there would need to be chaperones. There were 21 parents who signed up to tag along, with very lit­ tle convincing needed. Among those drafted for the trip were Tim James, Michelle Dickinson, Tony and Charlie Wawiernia, Lori West, Rachel Curtis, Brenda Hoffman, Bud Reid, Sally Ripley, Dan Watson, Carrie Newton, Don Grant, Charlene O'Rourke, Kelly Jones, Kim Furlong, Bonnie Silsbee, Dar­ lene Rumsey, Kelly Shaver, Lori Wieland, Roger Adams and Dennis Furlong. Maple Valley's Pride Club was organized to assure that every junior high student could be rewarded when work­ ing hard and following all of Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment LAKE ODESSA CARPET CARE. $18.00 perroom, 2 room minimum. All pre-spray’s included. Any room over 250sq.ft considered 2 rooms. Stain resistant and pet odor removal available. Furniture moving included. We have a full-line of services available. Cars, boats & R.V.’s. Furniture cleaning includes stain resistant re-applied at no extra charge. We serve Lake Odessa and Hastings areas. 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HOMETOWN^ Pewter Wickerr $4O Clay Shale Prices Good Thru July 12,1997 Ml9 Tr ■ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1997 — Page 10 Class of 1947 enjoys 50-year reunion Twenty-nine classmates of the Nashville High School Class of 1947 and their spouses enjoyed a reunion luncheon May 24 at the Maple Grove Township Hall in Nashville. The afternoon was spent in lots of visiting and renewing friendships. A “50 Years ofMemories” book compiled by Mary Pen­ nock, consisting of a biography and pictures of each classmate living or deceased, was given to each classmate. The tables were decorated with flowers by Marylin (Stanton) Olmstead and little bird houses made by Jim Alderson. Barbara (Swift) and Marshall Greenleaf also helped with planning the party. Five members of the class are deceased: Ernest Appelman, Franklin Baker, Gaylord Barnes, Darold Crandall, Ward Jarrard, Steward Lofdahl and William Swift. Those attending the after­ noon gathering were: James Alderson, Della (Belson) Keeler, Raymond (Pete) Dull, Barbara (Swift) and Marshall Greenleaf, Roger Mix, Mary Bismark Strawberry Ice Cream Social to be held June 28 The Bismark Community Boosters will hold their annual Strawberry Ice Cream Socical from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Bismark Com­ munity Building. Formerly a one-room schoolhouse, the Bismark building has been preserved by the residents in the area, many of whom attended the school and a few who taught at it, and is used for meetings and social events. It is located at Round Lake and Bismark roads north of Vermontville (one mile east of Ionia Road, one mile south of Mt. Hope Highway). Homemade ice cream, fresh strawberries, biscuits and other goodies will be served. A free-will offering is accepted. Pennock, Doris (Ramsey) Jacobs, Jack Schovan, all from Hastings; Bernita (Cogswell) McDonald, Jack Dawson, Harry Jones, Robert Oaster, Eva Rose (Penn­ ington) Hampton, Lyle Varney, Robert Varney from Nashville; Darrell Avery of Coldwater, Margaret (Hickok) Owen of Battle Creek; Marylin Olmstead of Lawton; Robert Reid of Lans­ ing; Ralph Richardson of Charlevoix; Pat (Olsen) Dies and Betty (Wightman) O’Brien of Indiana; Pat (Fisher) Seagal and Lois (Winans) Tompkins of Arizona; Gene Montgomery of Texas; Don Hill, Doris (Hidgon) of Florida; Gene Wyant of Wyoming. One of the group’s teachers came in the afternoon, Ralph Richardson, the shop teacher. Marvin Ten Elshof, principal, died Feb. 24. Many of the classmates at­ tended the Alumni banquet in the evening at Maple Valley High School, at which time they were able to travel down memory lane with other classmates from high school years. Members of the Nashville High School Class of 1947 gathered at the Maple Grove Township Hall. 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Many of Navy Petty Officer 1st the crew members took the Those who don't have the de­ Class Glenn P. Godbey, son opportunity to help celebrate, sire to run or maybe jump of Lester B. Godbey, of 7001 some by marching in the hurdles, can come to four dif­ Assyria Road and Shirley A. parade, others by going out in ferent meets this summer. The Gardner of 8770 Scott Road, uniform to help promote, first three, all scheduled on who is currently on a six- U.S.-Australian relations. Friday evenings at 6 p.m., are month deployment to the Celebrating wasn’t the only Western Pacific Ocean aboard .thing Chosin sailors did to free of charge June 27, July 11 and July 18 . the AEGIS guided missile Sydney. Many elected to The last meet, known as the cruiser USS Chosin, recently spend some of their liberty completed his first ports of time lending a helping hand "Championship Meet" is scheduled for Saturday, July call. repairing a local hotel for 26. There will be an entry fee Godbey’s first port visit was homeless. to Sydney, Australia. The Upon their arrival in for that event and trophies for visit provided the crew oppor­ Freemantle, Australia, the all the winners. tunities to interact with one of crew once again had the op­ "We have a great bunch of our closest allies. The USS portunity to promote good people involved with the Chosin arrived just in time to relations by celebrating the summer track program this celebrate Anzac Day, which is community’s 100th anniver­ year and would like more to comparable to combining our sary. The celebration included join us," said Sessions. "Feel Fourth of July, Veterans Day a regatta and a motor yacht free to stop out during any and Memorial Day into one race, which USS Chosin practice or meet and get ac­ sailors were avid spectators quainted. of, if not participants. Once "In fact the next practice is again, many crew members tonight!" took time out to help the local community. 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Phone 945*9526 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7-5; Thurs. 7-7; Sat. 7-2 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, June 24, 1W7 — Page Regular Meeting Minutes MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Board of Education Jr/Sr High School Library • Monday, June 9, 1997 • 7:00 p.m. Present: Avery; M. Callton; T. Christensen; T. James; A. Montgomery; J. Sessions. 1. The meeting was called to order by Vice Presi­ dent Callton at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Gonser, Hynes, McLean, Potter and Powers. 2. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the minutes of the May 12, 1997 regular meeting as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 3. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $501,645.59 from the general fund. Motion carried 6-0. 4. A motion was made by Christensen and supportedjsy Montgomery to pay the bill in the amount of $615.00 from the enhancement fund- Motion carried 6-0. 5. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to transfer $249,656.38 for the 5/23/97 payroll and $457,398.71 for the 6/6/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 6. Communications: Supt. McLean noted that a let­ ter had been received from the staff at the Jr/Sr High SPECIAL Fibered Aluminium Roof and Mobile Home Coating 5 Gal JL OPEN SUNDAY 11-3 TO SERVE YOU BETTER Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville • 517-726-1121 Doug Durkee - Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm;Sat 8:30 am-5 pm;Sun. 11 am-3 pm School in support of the candidacy of Todd Gonser for the position of principal. A letter was received from the support staff union in regard to an extension of their contract. Kathy Spears addressed the board regarding her concerns with hiring and evaluation of coaches. Dennis Mapes expressed concern regarding the distribution of enhancement funds. The matter was referred to the finance committee. 7. Reports: (1) Supt. McLean reported on the pro­ gress of preparations for another bond vote in the fall. (2) Jill Booher gave an update of the superintendent search. Screening and first interviewes are scheduled to take place June 10-14th; possible second interviews and site visits June 16-21 st; with announcement of the new superintendent by June 30, 1997. (3) It has been recommended by the food service consultant that services be centralized for next year. Supt. McLean advised that this change be worked out in negotiations if possible. If not, he recommended that the board privatize the food service program. Kelly Vorce expressed concerns on behalf of the food service staff. Callton privatize the matter to finance committee for consideration. (4) Sheryl McLean and Dennis Vanderhoef reported on the success of this year's School-to-Work programs and plans for next year. (5) Dennis Vanderhoef announced that the senior high school band has been invited to participate in the Peach Bowl parade and game show in Atlanta, Georgia this coming New Year's Eve. It was the con­ sensus of the Board to allow the band to participate. 8. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to approve a three-year agreement with MASB for preparation, research, and negotia­ tions of all collective bargaining agreements, as well as repesentation in fact-finding, MERC proceedings and arbitration hearings. The cost will be $9,000 per year. Motion carried 6-0. 9. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the recommendation of the inter­ view committee to hire Todd Gonser for the position to Jr/Sr High School Principal, effective July 1, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 10. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Christensen to accept John Krolik's resignation from the board of education effective June 1, 1997 with regret. Motion carried 6-0. Acting President Callton appointed Jerry Sessions to the finance committee to replace Krolik. 11. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to extend the current rental agreement with Icy fresh grade A k Chops Boneless Denver or 1# Pkg., Ole Carolina Hickory Smoked ^Ranch steak Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile — Call for FREE Estimates - Bone Steak , Potato or Macaroni Salad or ssssssssssss 12-13.5 Oz., Kellogg LIMIT 3 6-8 Qt, Country Time Crispix Rice Krispies JbffiSSS- 69e Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mix c» i' FREE Maruchan Ramen (1 Noodles 8/$ « 00 Lemonade LEMONADE BUY 1 GET 1 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 ole Slaw Bacon 46 Oz. Can, IGA Tomato Juice THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. (100) USDA Choice Boneless Split Fryers Grace Community Church through June 30, 1998. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 12. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to hold a special meeting on June 25, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the jr/sr high school library for the purpose of final adoption of the 1996-97 budgets, approval of tentative general fund and hot lunch budgets for 1997-98 and appointment of a board member to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of John Krolik. Motion carried 6-0. 13. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to set the organizational meeting for the 1997-98 school year for Monday, July 14, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Motion carried 6-0. 14. A motion was made by Montgomery and sup­ ported by Sessions to hire Dale Augustine as a bus driver effective April 28, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 15. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to accept Norma Sherman's retire­ ment effective June 30, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 16. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Sessions to accept Carol Kersten's retire­ ment effective June 30, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 17. A motion was made by Christensen and sup­ ported by Avery to accept Sheryl McLean's retirement effective June 30, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 18. Board members discussed candidate qualifica­ tions and interview questions in preparation for the upcoming interviews. 19. A motion was made by James and supported by Sessions to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m. FLAVOR DRINK BEE With one completed Super Saver Card! With one completed Super Saver Card! jZZSSS&SSSSgSSFS; Green Peppers 4/$ Wash. Sweet Cherries IGA Vermontville Grocery ^sh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-07-01.pdf 508d03d5c33c01f27e6ba6ebf2655c17 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S CHURCH ST. HASTINGS. Mi 43058-1893 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 27 — Tuesday, July 1, 1997 Construction begins on new sidewalks in Vermontville Vermontville received a face lift last week with several new sections of sidewalk along Main Street eliminating cracks and holes that the vil­ lage feared to be a liability. "It was getting really bad," said Village Clerk.Sharon Stewart. "A couple of resi­ dents had fallen in the past and we felt that to assure against any accidents, we had to do something. The new sidewalk stretches from almost one end of Main to the other on both sides of the street. The only excep­ tions are in front of the Con­ gregational Church and Bill's Tavern. Those walks had been replaced within the past five years. After seeking bids earlier this year, the contract for la­ bor was awarded to Slagel Construction of Wood School Road in Hastings. Stewart says she has heard nothing but positive remarks about the quality of work and the com- First Summerfest held in Nashville attracts crowds Arts and Crafts and lots of music were available in Central Park next to the police station. There were many items to choose from all nestled beneath the large shade trees there, a welcome break from the hot sun. Nashville's very first Sum­ merfest celebration this past weekend was deemed a suc­ cess, according to Organizer, Kevin Rost. Around every corner in town there was something dif­ ferent going on. There were organized basketball and soft­ ball tournaments for sports enthusiasts, arts and crafts, lots of music, and many games for kids. When arriving in town, vis­ itors could start at one end or the other and take in various activities. The weather was. a bit sticky, with temperatures in the mid-90s, which may have been the reason that the park seemed to be a popular spot. While some were in­ volved in basketball tourna­ ments on top of the hill there, others just seemed to enjoy the large shade trees while lis­ tening to various artists throughout the afternoon on Saturday. Another big attraction was the taxidermy exhibit, quite an education for most who walked through the door. Whether an avid hunter or just a lover of the great outdoors, anyone there could appreciate the work completed by specialists. Whether a coon, deer, See Summerfest, P. 6 Ahmo Jordan provided some unusual music in Central Park for the Nashville Summerfest. This contraption, nestled in the park gabazo, which operates much like a player paino attracted quite a crowd. pany's ability to remove old sidewalk without hindering business. Most would believe that this project is all positive. After all, the village has taken on a quaint look, and improvements such as new side­ walk should have a positive effect on any property for sale. There are, however, mixed feelings among merchants who were obligated to pay two-thirds of the cost for the $20,000 project. According to village charter, any sidewalk can be replaced at the discretion of Village Council and those involved will be forced to pay for im­ provements in front of their residence or business. That bill is paid back to the village either in a lump sum or over a three-year period. "Our charter does allow for payments over three years," said Stewart. "And we do not charge any interest." She also said that a com­ mittee was formed last spring Last week Main Street in Vermontville was bit of a when the decision was made mess with several sections of sidewalk missing. Now to improve the walk along Main Street, and each property complete, residents and visitors can enjoy a much owner was to be contacted safer walk into area businesses. with information about the unhappy with results, but nicating with business people project and costs involved. would have liked more notice, in town,' said Doug Durkee, Some say that contact was "I wish the village would never made and they are not look at how they are commu®ee New sidewalk, P. 8 Frank Dunham named to Maple Valley School Board position Frank Dunham has joined the Maple Valley Board of Education, filling a one-year term left vacant by the resignation of former President John Krolik. ‘ Dunham was appointed at a special board meeting last Wednesday, one of three candidates to vie for the open seat. Other contenders were Nashville residents, Dennis Mapes and Penny Steorts. Public service is not anything new for the Nashville resident of 25 years. His involvement with the Village Council since 1994 has resulted in many changes in the village. Many will recognize him from his work with the transfer station, fire and ambulance and public works. He is also an 18-year veteran with the Consumers Power Company and is active in scouts. After the decision to appoint Dunham, Maple Valley News contacted interim Board of Education President Dr. Michael Callton, who said he was very pleased with the decision. "He will be a dynamite addition on our team here at Maple Valley," remarked Callton. "He is exactly the । Frank Dunham kind of board member that we needed." He added that he felt Dunham's experience with infrastructure and building maintenance would be very beneficial to the board, now struggling to maintain four facilities in the district on a limited budget. The board is in the midst of selecting a new superintendent for the district. Alan McLean formally retired from education June 30. According to sources in administration, they have now narrowed their selection to two candidates and expect to render a decision at a special meeting scheduled for tonight. In This Issue... • Class of 1956 helps Putnam Library with “new look” • D.A.R.E. golf tourney raises over $3,000 for program • Food service changes needed at Maple Valley • Summerfest celebrated in Nashville over the weekend �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 2 1956 helps Putnam ftfary sport new look f by Cindy. J Smith StaffWriter Putnam Library has taken on a new look, now sporting a light pole and benches out­ side the front door, creating a homey atmosphere. Both changes are the result ofdonations. Credit can be given to many in the community, no matter how large or small, every penny is appreciated, accord­ ing to librarian Deidra Bryans. But something rather unusual happened this spring. Some Nashville High School gradu­ ates got together and decided that they wanted to something nice for their community and the library they love. That class, graduating from Nashville in 1956, has often taken money out of the class treasury and donated it to a worthy cause. Some may re­ member their recent donation to the local ambulance ser­ vice. The decision to donate to he library and were about to Putnam was an easy one, ac­ return. And the new light pole? cording to class treasurer "Kind of gives the place a Rosie Murphy. "All of us use that library, Victorian look," said Bryans. as do our children and our "We really love it and we can grandchildren," she said. "We thank the Friends of the Li­ wanted to put this money to brary." That new scenery out front good use and felt that the li­ isn't the only thing added this brary was the ideal spot." Why benches? They could spring. There are also some have donated many different maps in the library. We really items, but they felt that the can't call them new, because benches outside the front door they date back to 1916. "Tim Smith donated those would provide a place for older citizens to rest before tackling maps of Nashville from library steps, and an ideal 1916," said Deidra. "It is wonderful to have that kind of place to sit with a book. Deidra agrees. She said that history here available to all soon after they were installed that visit the library. " She added that the maps are in May, when getting ready to open the library doors one complete with many of the morning she found a young old homes that existed back mom and her children sitting then, and that Eunice Priddy happily on one ofthe benches was busy taking old records enjoying the spring weather and matching families with and discussing a favorite book those homes. "It's become a family pro­ that they had borrowed from ject," said Priddy. "My sister Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen yon buy your lile insurance from us through AutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we take great interest you — as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people and the things they own. *>Iuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNoPri6Gbvn fkorfg,* Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 This is one of two new benches just outside Putnam Library. A great place to set with your favorite book. In the photo are Rae Murphy, Librarian Deidra Bryans and Rosie Murphy representing the Nashville High Class of 1956. and I are each putting together lists and trying to place what families were in all of these old homes in the 1930s when we were growing up here in town." She said that they are just get­ ting under way with the ge­ nealogy work, but when more is done they hope to have that information available at the library with those maps. "Many people want to know just how old a house in town is, or maybe a little his­ tory on a family here in town," she said. She added that soon she hoped to have a display at the library with a list available for residents who wish to become involved with the project, maybe adding to the informa­ tion already collected. The library will also be a great place to spend time with the kids this summer. Many activities are planned with families in mind, like the story hours. One is coming up soon, on July 7. We have lots of fun things planned for our story hours," said Rae Murphy. "And this summer we are trying some­ thing a little different." Story hours, usually on Wednesday, will be scheduled by age groups this summer, beginning with preschoolers and kindergartners at 10:30 a.m. There will be short story time and then some sort of ac­ tivity with the session lasting about 45 minutes. At 11:15 first-, second- and third-graders will be invited for their story hour, with probably a different story and an altogether different activity. Those youngsters will be able to enter "Reading Challenge" contests and some "pretty big" prizes await the winners ac­ cording to library officials. "Those reading challenges are open to all children in first through sixth grade," said Murphy. "All are based on reading level, not necessarily grade level. We would like to see a lot of kids get involved in the challenge program this summer." Both story hours will have one thing in common how- ever — animals. During each story hour this summer, an unusual pet will be featured, all brought in by volunteers. Rae has let on to what kind of creature will join the kids on July 7, but she said that it is sure to be a fun time. For those wanting to stop by and see what is on the shelves this summer, the li­ brary stays open late to ac­ commodate those working during the day. Monday and Wednesday hours are from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. On Friday visitors can use the library from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and there are even Saturday hours, from 9 a.m. until noon. l.OCALCIli nCH SCHEDUL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville’Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. .Evening Service ... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening ^Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School.............. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 0 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va ml. East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m, Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ 10:50 a.m PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service...................................7 Wed. Service................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship............................ 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN our lady of HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M;50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 3 Little Friends Playhouse to offer child care locally ’’’w Sh h L Kw* Sen McCtfs ' SnddlyhStKt Patterns ma: V i.wi; ft® II fl »* » * * Jr Jr 5?/ Mi Last fall the doors closed at the former Maple Valley Child Care Center and these smiles turned to frowns. There would be no more nursery school. Now with the help of those at the Vermontville Congregational Church, a new day care facility is about to open. Registration forms are now available. Affordable licensed child care will be available again in the Vermontville Congrega­ tional Church by fall. When the announcement came last year that the Maple Valley Child Care center would be forced to close the doors because of financial problems, many parents were left scrambling for other op­ tions. There were other places to leave children while moms and dads went to work, but none locally that would pro­ vide a variety of other activi­ ties as well, including nursery school. The Maple Valley Child Care Center had been the only one of its kind in the school district. Now a local mom, forced with the question of 'where is the best place for my children" while working, has decided to put her fears to an end, and use her teaching degree. Karen Woodman, who graduated with a degree in early child­ hood education in 1992, is busy planning for the grand opening of "Little Friends Playhouse". Dunningans "I've always wanted to open & a child care center," she said to celebrate during a recent interview. "This just seems right." 60 years Woodman will offer two days of preschool classes at together 11 the "playhouse" and what she calls affordable child care for Rex and Evelyn (Surine) Dunnigan were married on parents in the area. July 3, 1937 in Indiana. They will be celebrating their "As a mom, I have strug­ 60th anniversary with their children, Janet Boik and gled with this for a long family and Reg and Peg Dunnigan and family. They time," she said. We need would enjoy hearing from friends with a card or something here in Ver­ letter. montville." Right now, however, there jtjUtflAJUUULajUUULAXUXaJLOXaXOJULftJUUUUUU^ is a lot of work to be done. Painting and cleaning is right Kayla and Lacey at the top of the list and Martin wish to Woodman said that the church announce the board has been really support­ arrival of their ive and is providing most of brother, Arden that work. There also are Dragos Burd. many items left from the Arden Dragos was born on March 29, 1993 in Moldova and was brought home to the United States by bis Daddy, Tim Burd. Meet Karen Woodman and children Jordan and Matthew. She will soon be opening the doors at “Little Friends Playhouse" in Vermontville, offering affordable child care and nursery school classes for area youngsters. Maple Valley Child Care Cen­ ter that cannot change owner­ ship until financial matterss are settled, but will be on loan to Woodman. "That will really be help­ ful," she said. "We will have quite a variety of things to start out with that are really expensive." Even though September is a ways off, many parents may want to make those fall ar­ rangements now. "Summer time will be over before you know it and those teens that have been baby-sit­ ting will be back in school," Woodman said. "We will have openings for 32 at the center." Enrollees must have proof of a physical examination, and up to date immunizations. Many times that is a free ser­ vice of the local health de­ partment. There will also be registra­ tion forms, which can be ob­ tained by calling Woodman at 541-1301. Soon she also will be col­ lecting resumes for care givers. Instructions can be ob­ tained from that same phone number. "We're really looking for- He was welcomed at the airport by Mommy, Kari Burd and Aunt Moe, Melissa Leinhart. Pleasejoin our entire family in silent prayer as we thank God for this blessed, beautiful boy. 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State, Nashvillef’v/sd W852-Q882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 4 From Our Readers.. School board should show band the money! To the editor: I find it necessary to write in response to the June 24 arti­ cle in the Maple Valley News concerning my questions about the disposition of the enhancement millage. It was surprising that from all the information presented to the Maple Valley News on­ ly a one small column of the article expressed my con­ cerns, substantiated by actual figures, while the remaining five columns were dedicated to the superintendent and his staff explaining why funds were not distributed as the millage was presented. There is a saying: “A ver­ bal agreement is only as good as the paper it is written on.” Apparently this becomes very appropriate when dealing with the current Maple Valley School Board and especially retiring Superintendent Alan McLean. The June 9 school board meeting was a real eye opener as to how staff and money has been and is still be­ ing handled by our elected board and the person who for­ mally worked for them, the superintendent. When the enhancement millage was in the planning stages, Mr. McLean made the rounds to all the organizations asking for support in passing the proposal. The Band Boosters gave that support both verbally and through a cash contribution to pay for advertising. At that time, McLean said the band would receive 12 percent of the money to purchase new equip­ ment and uniforms. There was no range in the percen­ tages and no cap on the amount to be received. The 12 percent dedicated to the band was 12 percent. He also stated at that time that the technology portion of the enhancement, which was 50 percent probably would not use all the money and the balance not expended on technology would be divided by the school board at a later time. Apparently this has hap- pened without fanfare or publicity. Just where has it gone? In regards to the money dedicated to the band pro­ gram: The new uniforms are a credit to Dennis Vanderhoef and the committee who selected them. The committee bargained and obtained the best price available. This was what permitted the purchase of two different uniforms in­ stead of one. Some people wanted to stay with the overlay that allowed a uniform to serve double duty as both concert and marching. If that had been done, the uniforms could have cost con­ siderably more because of the expense of the overlay, which would have been a custom design. Selecting two dif­ ferent uniforms, a marching and concert, actually did not add extra expense to the total bill, but allowed the band to have a totally different look for both seasons. Purchasing two uniforms was not extravagant and total­ ly within the 12 percent allot­ ted to the band, while allow­ ing a small balance for other needed items. The committee did an excellent job and received the most for our tax dollars. They should be commended for such outstanding work, not penalized for selecting wisely. The school board’s position is that all the goals of the enhancement have been met in regards to the band with the 11 percent they so generously allowed the program to have. Those goals set by them and them only were uniforms and percussion equipment. Because enough money was still remaining within the 11 percent allocated by the school board to purchase a computer, the goals established by them were exceeded and therefore the band did not need, should not have, and will not get the additional 1 percent that amounts to $5,437. For Reminder Action-Ads Call 945-9554 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week Reach over 27,000 area homes! The school must provide a certain amount of equipment to support the band program. Some of the equipment still in use came from Vermontville and Nashville schools at the time of consolidation. Certain instruments are very expen­ sive and require periodic maintenance. The school budgeted $1,500 for the band in grades 5 through 12, a pro­ gram that totaled approx­ imately 270 kids in the 96/97 school year. That allows $5.56 per student, to purchase music, make repairs and cover any other unexpected expenses. With the success of the millage, the band program at­ tained a goal that had been dreamed of for a long time by both students and boosters. I know the disputed amount is not large by many standards, only $5,437, but to the band it represents an enormous amount. This could buy an ad­ ditional tuba (or similar in­ strument) that the program needs. A lot of coffee, hot dogs and pizza would have to be sold at football games to raise this much money for a new instrument. There are times when the band has received little consideration except when budget cuts are necessary. This is one time when the people voted and a portion ofthat vote was dedicated to the band, yes, 12 percent of the total. What the school board is doing here, and allowed the former superintendent to do, affects us all. The integrity of the school board is at stake, as well as how all future millage votes will be looked upon by the voters. How can people make a conscious vote on a millage while the school board makes unconscionable and un­ principled decisions? In closing, do not punish the band for the inability to control the superintendent and ex­ penditures of enhancement money. Take the remaining technology money but give the band its full 12 percent. Or has the superintendent with the school board’s blessing in a “special budgetary meeting” already spent the money and therefore is not in a position to give the band what is due. If this is so, then make that information public, or “show us the money.” Dennis Mapes, Nashville Critics have flawed understanding of coaches To the editor: On returning from a short vacation, I saw the article “Citizen Blasts Coaching System at Maple Valley.” The more I read, the more I wanted to write. I was a volunteer coach at Maple Valley for 11 years. Four years I assisted in junior high track; one year I assisted in boys’ varsity track and six years as head coach. A teacher has the right to be first in line for any coaching job: That’s a given. It’s in the contract between the school board and the teacher’s union. To take this out of the con­ tract would be wrong. I am sure if any of us were on our job and the company had a better job come open or over­ time to work, we would want first chance of making the move or the extra money. All unions will demand that better job and extra money be given within, before going to someone outside. And please don’t think I am all union, because I worked for GM for 30 years on management. The statement about the at­ titudes of some teachers who coach for the extra bucks, in my personal opinion is wrong. I believe a volunteer coach from outside the teaching staff should be paid, but to coach for the extra bucks alone, is not right. After the season starts, the teacher has not only his or her classes, but a few more hours each night with practice and paperwork. Ifthe meet? Who cares if Johnny goes off and does his own thing and the other three boys in the relay team can not medal, let alone take first place. Very few parents even came to watch their sons and daughters in track and field. The ones who did come ended up with a stopwatch or a tape measure in their hand and sometimes had to watch their young person do his or her event from a distance because they were helping run the events. The boy I had the most trou­ ble with was from parents who didn’t come to meets. Some parents would only come to watch their young one and then leave. I watched parents who were at the finish line when the boy came in first “Johnny (I use the name and left without a word if he only for illustration) only came in second. The father wants to long jump and he who was there to see his son doesn’t want to run the 200 run for a touchdown or block meter. Why didn’t you put that big guy across the line, Johnny in the relay? He has might not even show up to see worked just as hard as the his son place first in the shotothers. Johnny will not be to put. My dad came to every practice this whole week track meet he could to watch because he is needed at home, his grandson run from 1984 but he will be able to run in through 1987 and then came Friday night’s meet. Johnny in 1988 just to see how his will not be at the big meet Fri­ son’s team was doing. Who will appraise coaches? day because he wants to do A 15- to 18-year-old often has something else.” Who cares that if Johnny no idea what a coach’s job is had run the 200 meter, the about. If the school ad­ team would have won the ministration has a number of meet? Who cares how it looks complaints against a coach in to the rest of the team if a matter ofa certain time, then Johnny doesn’t practice and is they had better do some ap­ still allowed to run at the praising, but not a student or bunch of volunteers. A coach is to give guidance, leadership, be an advisor and make them want to excel. These are all true, but by the time you reach the ninth grade the mold has been cast and now there is a different word that comes into play: Win. Onale, Gary and Chuck And if you think this word Gabrick, Mary Smith, Louise doesn’t mean much, you are Annis, Gretchen Pixley, not living in the real world. Wilma Bogart, Fern We all think we have a Hawblitz, Elinor Graham, Illa Michael Jordan on the basket­ Steward, Debra Cooley, Mr. ball court or a Joe Montana on and Mrs. Ralph Richardson, the field. Incentive, sport­ Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Down­ smanship, responsibility and ing, Mr. and Mrs. Merrill hard work start at home. The Dixon, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald high school coaches take what Kent, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar we give them and try in a very Smith, Kenneth and Marie short season to mold them into Holden, Ardenand Sue Reid, a team, and not everyone is Michael and Michele Siple going to be in the starting and family, Richard and lineup. Jaime Gorman, and Rick and Larry Ainsworth Tammy Hilton. Vermontyille so-called “extra bucks” were divided by the hours put in, I am sure most people would say, “forget it.” Coaches love their sport and work hard, not only to teach the young men and women to do well, but to love the sport as much as they do. One ofthe beefs in the arti­ cle was the lack of values. You need to hear things that are being said and done out­ side the school before getting on the coach’s back. I took the head boys’ track coaching job and remember telling my wife that at least I would not have trouble with parents, because who runs the fastest andjumps the longest and highest are the ones you use and count on most. Who could argue against that? Latest donations given to Putnam Library Latest donations to Putnam District Library are: In memory of Sidney Stan­ ton by Mr. and Mrs. Otto Dahm; in memory of Gwen­ doline Seelurger by Raymond and Char Garvey; in memory of Helen Johnston by Nellie Woodman, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Hummell, Mr. and Mrs. David Hummell, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Rushford, and Garth and Etta Slocum; in memory of Donald Pixley by Genevieve Hafner; in memory of Edna Smith by Club 60, Otto and Bernice Dahm, Tom and Sharon Brady, Dom and Nancy Morawski, and Robert and Mary Lou Bitgood; in memory of Freda Sebastian by Club 60; in memory of Earl Smith by Robert and Mary Lou Bitgood and Mr. and Mrs. David Hummell; in memory of Richard Chaffee Sr. by Robert and Mary Lou Bitgood; in memory ofHarold Woodard by Richard Hudson, Eunice and Lloyd Priddy, LaDuska and Nate Sheldon, Gladys Hummel and Lucille Gay; in memory of Bernice Dahm of Vem and Eloise Wheeler, Vanessa Carpenter, Class of ’46, Harry and Ruth Jones, Kenny and Dorothy Jones, Harold and Agnes Jones, Robert and Leah Berkimer, Beulah Bland, Lloyd and Thelma Linsley, Robert and Harriet Burl­ ingame, Warren and Clara Travoli, Pat and Kay O’Brien, Claude and Christine Norton, — Annual — SUPER GARAGE SALE FULLER HEIGHTS 309 Center Ct., Nashville FrL & Sat. • July 4th & 5th 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Lots of nice items! Mapes Florist • Fresh Cut Flowers • Silk Dried Flowers • Holidays • Birthdays • Funerals • Plush Animals • Balloons • Plants/Planters • Cards — DELIVERY AVAILABLE — For Sale Automotive 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 207 N. Main St., Nashville Ph. (517) 852-2050 / Toll Free 1-800-445-2052 9:00 am to 5:00 pm doily; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 5 HORIZON We advertise dally in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. SMkS';;'i Wb Wb k 'i Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 thA' HbJQ <5* S*?‘1 !< !<* ’*^1 nS ^kN * *CS tftu’'I > •512? J,*k Ml»?s .*“ sJS S i'' *w Dixie Brand Class of ‘72 has 25-year reunion l*I«fc tajinu■ ^^ J ■ J||t “**i k!Wb»ii4 >aiit P^itutaa r.J«bh ^.hijj MAR *t^a<><1 fCll aUSlUiltH! Ppndfct feioitalug .7.“ 3 ams wjfc Mintti KLflK ti ai. m‘ ao nil “ ”!■ nfciiiat ft. rtti |t|jijjK| JM* IWMiiii ft;*- tfatriMi ^a31 triUtai tyP 3Kdni®i® fc(Mi jgiiii®! Adult Fiction Shadow Walker by Connie Mason, Sacrament by Clive Barker, Public Secrets by Nora Roberts, Plum Island by Nelson Demille, Secrecy by Belva Plain, Into the Storm by Tom Clancy, The Last Heroes by W.E.B. Griffin, Meg by Steve Alten, Fat Tueday by Sandra Brown, Prayers for the Dead by Faye Kellerman, My Soul To Keep by Judith Hawks, Fast Forward by Joy Mercer, Garden of Scandal by Jennifer Blake, White Fire by Fem Michales, The Psalm Killer by Chris Petit, Likely to Die by Linda Fairstein, The Waiting Time by Eugenia Price, The Rapture Canaan by Sheri Reynolds, The Magi­ cians Tale by David Hunt, The Genesis Code by John Case, Last Rights by Philip Shelby, Brandenberg by Glenn Meade, Esau by Philip Kerr, Abuse of Power by Nancy Rosenberg, Slicky Boys by Martin Limon,-Stray Dogs by John Ridley, Neverwhwere by Neil Gaiman, Double Take by Judy Mercer, Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier, Tall grass by Don Coldsmith, The Dancing Floor by Barbara Michaels, A Firing Offense by David Ig­ natius, The Greenway by Jane Adams, People of the Plains by Ken Englade, Name Withheld by J.A. Jance, The Border Empire by Ralph Compton, Don’t Cry Now by Joy Fielding, No Regrets by JoAnn Ross, Storm Prince by Terri Lynn Wilhelm, Beast by Judith Ivory, Invasion .by Robin Cook, Wild by Fabio, Warrior’s Song by Janis Hud­ son, Molly in the Middle by Stobel Piel, The Deal by Cyn­ thia Strickland, Renegade’s Lady by Bobbi Smith, Steal Me Sweet Thief by Carole Howey, Hearts Magic by Flora Speer, Love Me Tonight by Nan Rogers, The Thom and the Thistle by Julie Moffett, No Agel’s Grace by t" uiff ijnitelBW- * illffitl®! JrH. 1B1alitiei Xt® Md [fad ji UjM Office Manager Realtor/Consultant 517-726-1100 517-543-9925 Joan Shanafelt Jim & Rhea Ferrier Zella Rice Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant 517-852-0863 517-852-9414 517-485-2708 The Maple Valley Class of 1972 held its 25-year class reunion Saturday, June 21, at the Mulberry Fore Golf Course. There was a golf outing, dinner, music and lots of stories and memories shared. This class was the first to graduate on a Sunday, was one of the largest to graduate and has not lost one classmates since gradua­ tion day. New books at Putnam Public Library >* „x"N Wfc fc» ■■iL „!x?S» ki*Lfc*!?S •wfc Vickie Morrison Broker/ Builder Barry County Residents knowing your community and its people makes youfee! "more at home." W Hastings Banner ...keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting "of all local government agencies, school activities,sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Hastings Banner ".Making Harry County residentsfee! at home for over IOO years. Now Open! Country Harvest Diner Owners: Ronald & Margaret Felder Regular Meals - Pizza - Subs Ice Cream - Bakery Coming Soon... Salad Bar - Smorgasbord 189 Main Street, Sunfield 517-566-3100 Featuring: Country Musk 6y the Country Harvest Band Saturdays during the dinner hours Linda Winstead, Jake by Leigh Greenwood, So Wide the Sky by Elizabeth Grayson, Texas Embrace by Rosanne Bittner, Trail to Forever by Elizabeth Gregg, Prince of Kisses by Colleen Shannon, Delaney’s Crossing by Jan Barrett, Mohawk Woman by Barbara Reife, The Deed by Linsay Sands, Blaze by Norah Hess. Adult Non-fiction The Healthy Firehouse Cookbook by Joseph Bonanno Jr., The Complete Works by Jane Austin, Revelations the Wisdom of the Ages by Paul Roland, Puppets and Puppet Making by David Currell, Toy Trains by Ron McCrindell, Card Tricks by Eve Devereux, Apeman by Rod Caird, American Antiques and Collectibles by Susan Ward, Victorian Treasures by Carol McD. Wallace, War­ man’s Country Antiques and Collections, Into Thin Air by Jon Krakauer, The Heart of a Woman by Maya Angelou, Shroeder’s Collectible Toys — Antique to Modem Price Guide, Garage Sale and Flea Market Annual 5th Ed., Modem Collectible Dolls by Patsy Moyer. Junior fiction On My Honor by Marion Dane Bauer, Sing Down the Moon by Scott O’Dell, The Sleepng Beauty by Carol Heyer, Toy Story by Disney, Hercules by Disney, Joe and Betsy the Dinosaur, Kick Pass and Run by Leonard Kessler, The Golly Sisters Ride Again by Betsy Byars, The Great Snake Escape by Molly Coxe. Junior non-fiction Feeding the Birds by Jan Mahnken, Dream Come True — The LeAnn Rimes Story by Jo Sgammato, Jesus Loves the Little Children, Jungles and Rainforests, Mountains and Valleys,, Deserts and Drylands, Artic and Anarctic by Science Nature Guide. FOR TIME CONSCIOUS FAMILY - Low maintenance inside & out. Newer roof, siding, drywall, carpet and beautifully landscaped. Country kitchen with full ceiling skylight. Three and half car garage. COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split, with the sale of the remaining property). (RE107DB) 83 ACRE FARM - 2 homes, 2 barns, 3-car pole barn. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) HEATED WORKSHOP WITH HALF BATH sets off this country lot with three bed­ room home west of Charlotte. (RE116DB) — VACANT LAND — ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS... Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) IMPROVED LOT with 2-car garage, septic and city water AWAITING your home. Will build to suit. 2 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. (LT908JS) LIVE NEAR LAKE ACCESS when you buy this home in Lake Odessa. 3 bedrooms, many updates. (RE113DB) SADDLE LAKE - Lovely wooded lot, only 15 minutes from Lake Michigan. 90 x 100 lot with lake access. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT907JS) YOU BUILD OR WE’LL BUILD your dream home on 10 acre site, perked. (LT903DB) OLIVET - Large lot in Olivet, can build home, or place a mobile or manufactured home. Call today for more information. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT910JS) — COMMERCIAL — NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. 90% leased. Good N.O.I. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) VERMONTVILLE - 3 bedroom home on 2 + acres, with 300+ river frontage. Also included, a 2 bedroom mobile and a 3-car garage with heated workshop. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE114JS) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest party store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm For Rent OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEK: July 3-July 6, lpm-7pm daily. For lease, home on the river. 525 Reed St, Nashville. 3-4 bedrooms, 1‘A bath, large yard, all appliances. One year lease. No pets. Deposit and references. $600 a month. (517)852-0253, leave message or come on by. LAKE ODESSA ■ 3 plus bedroom, 2 bath, home in the country. Large pole barn with workshop, on 2 acres. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE110JS) WANTED: Buildable lots in Maple Valley area. Dairy farm In Maple Valley area, minimum of 100 acres. Buyer for family run farm. NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 6 SUMMERFEST HELD IN NASHVILLE, continued from front page Softball tournaments attracted teams from all over. This years winners were the co-ed team from Powers Service right in Nashville. There was lots of displays on hand for those interested in Taxidermy. Local Taxidermist, Gary Brown brought in many of his stuffed friends and was eager to share hunting and stuffing stories with all who visited the display. empty buggy and climbed in for a nap before going on to other activities at Nashville Summerfest. And pony rides tool Not the type that everyone thinks about though, these were rocking horses and delighted all of the youngsters who visited the Nashville Summerfest. Collin and Ryan Irwin of Wavland had a great time on the ponys. H There was something for everyone at Nashville's first ever Summerfest this past weekend! Many games were organized for kids like this little fishing expedition in Putnam Park. Nashville’s very first Summerfest celebration this past weekend JJ was a big success! — Kevin Rost �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616)945-5078 (616) 945-5192 fax 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 fax (517) 543-2272 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 8 M.V. Band to perform at Peach Bowl this year band is asking for the community to pitch in these next few weeks by setting aside their empty retumables. A band member accompanied by parents may be calling or knocking on doors to retrieve those cans. If they do not stop "Only a handful ofbands are Maple Valley's band will be going to the Peach Bowl this personally invited to attend each year,” he said. "It is quite year. According to Band Director an honor." He added that the invitation Dennis Vanderhoef, a personal invitation he recently received was probably the result of the prompted permission from the "spectacular" performances Maple Valley Board of Educa­ that Maple Valley Band memtion, and those students in­ bers have been a part of. And volved in high school band this couldn't come at a better will be participating and per­ time as far as he is concerned. forming during halftime With the addition of new uni­ shows for that New Year's forms this past year he feels that the band will look every weekend game. "It was really funny,” he bit as good as they will said. "When I got the invita­ sound. AU ofthis may sound excittion in the mail before actu­ ally reading it I thought they ing, but Vanderhoef cautioned just wanted us to sell fruit or that there is a lot of work to something. I almost threw it be done before the band is ready for the event and it will away!” Once he did read the infor­ be costly. The first of many fund-rais­ mation sent to him, he was ers is now under way and the quite surprised. District Library JERROD : COUSINS : on July 6th wish him a Happy 18th t Birthday Maple Valley graduate The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Associa­ tion (MIAA) has announced the 1996-97 Academic Honor Roll and 43 Olivet College Rolland43OlivetCollege student-athletes are on the list, including Brandy Wawiemia MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 7X5 Real Estate t Reveals the U.S. Govern­ ment’s Shocking UFO Cover­ Up; Secrecy by Belva Plain; and The Fatal Crown by EUen Jones. New junior books are: Sisu - by Sue Harrison (Michigan author); the Bailey School Kids — Bigfoot Doesn’t Square Dance; Eyewitness Books — Eagle and Birds of Prey; and From Head to Toe by Eric Carle. The Sunfield Library will be closed Friday, July 4, and wiU be open Saturday, July 5. Donations ofused books for the Friends Book Sale at the Farmers’ Picnic can be drop­ ped off at Welch’s Hardware. on MIAA honor roll Love, Mom, Dad, Sawyer & Shelbi ’ by, simply pick up the phone and call Vanderhoef to make arrangements for someone to do so. He can be reached at 726-0251. A big push to collect as many retumables as possible is under way for the fourth of July weekend. On the shelf at Sunfield It’s not too late to sign up for the summer reading program July 1-Aug. 2.. AU readers from pre-school to entering 6th grade are eligible. The theme is “Be Eager About Reading’’ (BEAR) and there are lots of prizes and surprises. Ask at the library for soi further information and to sign up. New adult books this week ♦ are: Fat Tuesday by Sandra Brown; Sole Survivor by Dean Koontz; An Independent Woman by Howard F Fast; The Day After Roswelll — A ♦ Former Pentagon Official If you see of Vermontville. The honor roll recognizes scholar-athletes who achieve a minimum grade point average of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) for the entire 1996-97 school year and earn a letter in a varsity sport. Wawiemia, a sophomore at Olivet, competed in track. She is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 I Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduote Realtors Institute) NEW SIDEWALK EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HIV1S ” * MultiP|e Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar yle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223 ............ 726-1234 NEW LISTING: DOWNTOWN NASH­ VILLE STORE BUILDING - Good IN NASHVILLE ■ 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, complete with master location on M-66 (Main Street). Ideal for office space or retail - (building size 17x69) - basement and second story. Call Homer for details. (N-70) suite. Nice yard & 1-car gar­ age. Priced right for starter or retirement home. Call Nyle. (N-60) VACANT LAND LAND CONTRACT TERMS ■ YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (8) 2.2 ACRES.. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.,. $9,500. Located south of Nashville, Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITE:APPROX. COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ ROOM HOME IN VERMONTVILLE - IN COUNTRY ON 8% ACRES - 1989 manufactured home with walk-out basement. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the details. (CH-64) Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) ONE ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. VERMONTVILLE gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) 3 ACRES WITH 700 FT. THORNAP­ PLE RIVER FRONTAGE, south of Vermontville. Blacktop road. Call Homer. (VL-65) NEAR NASHVILLE • YOUR CHOICE OF (4) 2-ACRE PARCELS AT ■ BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 3 bedroom home NASHVILLE • 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. Calll Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) LAND O LAKES® Sour Cream Sends “E-Meals” To America with 1 'A baths. This home has a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park-like" setting. Call Nyle for all the details. (V-69) from front page- owner ofMain Street shops. "They have done a really good job. It's just a big ex­ pense that wasn't planned for ahead of time.” Durkee isn't the only store owner who feels that way. Several others grumbled that the decision to do the project was made with no notice to property owners. Most had to read about it in the Maple Valley News. These unhappy store owners refused to say anything "on the record." However, now that they are seeing results, most said they are very satisfied with the de­ cision and appreciate the new look in town. "I'm all for it, anything to spruce up the village," said Vermontville Grocery owner Carl Smith. Vegetables & Ham Alfredo Over Pasta with LAND O LAKES* Sour Cream, a quick and versa­ tile **E-Meals” recipe. (NAPS)—What’s cook­ ing? For George Jetson, choosing a menu was as easy as pressing a but­ ton. Now, with easy and electronic meal-planning (“E-Meals”) you can zap groceries to your pantry with your personal home computer. With today’s busy lifestyles, we need “vir­ tual” time savers in the kitchen. The LAND O LAKES® Sour Cream “E­ Meals” survey reports that 34 percent of Amer­ icans believe meal-plan­ ning would be easier if they could buy groceries from home. Grocery stores nationwide have devel­ oped time-saving solu­ tions for home shopping. Many now accept orders by phone, fax or even personal computer. “One-third of Amer­ ican households already have personal comput­ ers,” said Lydia Botham, director of the Land O’Lakes Test Kitchens & Consumer Affairs. ‘Home-shopping’ with them can save time— and a lot of headaches.” The LAND O LAKES® Sour Cream “E-Meals” program provides ‘90s style tactics for over­ coming the “no-time-toshop-or-cook” dilemma. Easy recipe solutions help you enjoy great meals with time to spare. For free “E-Meals” information call (800) 782-9602 to request MealTimes, the LAND O LAKES® Sour Cream newsletter on cooking, food and lifestyle trends. Or, send your name and address (postcards pre­ ferred) to MealTimes, Land O’Lakes, Inc., P.O. Box 26341, Shoreview, MN 55126-0341. Offer good while supplies last. VEGETABLES & HAM ALFREDO OVER PASTA Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes 8 ounces uncooked dried pasta (angel hair, spaghetti, fet­ tuccine, penne, etc.) 1 (16-ounce) package frozen broccoli stir­ fry vegetable blend 2 tablespoons LAND O LAKES* Butter or Margarine % cup milk 1 (1.25 to 1.6-ounce) package alfredo pasta sauce mix 1 cup LAND O LAKES® Sour Cream (Regular, Light or No-Fat) Vi pound cooked light deli ham, cut into julienne strips In 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven bring 8 cups water to a boil over high heat. Add vegeta­ bles; return to a boil. Add pasta; continue cooking until pasta and vegeta­ bles are tender (3 to 4 minutes). Drain; keep warm. . Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan melt butter; with wire whisk stir in milk and sauce mix. Cook over medium heat, stir­ ring constantly, 1 minute. Whisk in sour cream until smooth. Continue cooking just until mix­ ture boils. Stir in ham. In large serving bowl toss together hot pasta, vegetables and sauce. Makes 6 servings. Nutrition Facts (1 serving) • With LAND O LAKES' Sour Cream: Calories 350, Protein 15 g, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 15 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Sodium 820 mg. With LAND O LAKES9 Light Sour Cream: Calories 310, Protein 16 g, Carbohydrate 40 g. Fat 10 g, Cholesterol 45mg, Sodium 830 mg. With LAND O LAKES9 No* Fat Sour Cream: Calories 300, Protein 16 g, Carbohydrate 42 g, Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 850 mg. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, /O call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Help Wanted Travel Agent $11,900 EACH!! Rolling & "tree lined" with "walk-out" sites for building. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, U ACRES EACH - Priced at $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. k (VL-46) 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN IN VERMONTVILLE ■ NICE 3 BED­ VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 2 story home, 1'/, baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Give Nyle a call today to see this new listing.. (V-68) bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car garage on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." (V-66) ROOM, Full-Time Position Experience or schooling in travel. $7.00 hr. to start. Contact Ginny 517-543-2023 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 9 2 Million Michiganians to travel on July Fourth, says AAA Michigan The 1997 Fourth of July The majority, 77 percent, will holiday will find many travel by auto, truck or Michigan motorists recreational vehicle. celebrating their in­ With Independence Day dependence as they travel in falling on a Friday this year, large numbers to popular 70 percent of those surveyed vacation spots. And more of said they will extend thenthem than ever before will be vacation beyond the Fourth of taking that trip in a truck or July holiday weekend, to a sport utility vehicle, AAA week’s vacation Or longer. By Michigan predicts. comparison, in 1996, only 37 An estimated 2 million percent anticipated an extend­ Michiganians will travel 100 ed stay. Most ofthe Michigan miles or more from home dur­ travel destinations will be in ing the holiday, a 3-percent the lower peninsula (76 per­ increase over 1996 travel. cent) and these are most likely “This holiday traditionally to be in the Northwest (29 per­ represents the peak of the cent) or Western (22 percent) summer travel season,’’ said regions. AAA Travel Director Bill Best. “We expect this sum­ mer tourism season will be up 4 percent over last year.” According to an early June Auto Club survey of 500 state The following are results residents, 55 percent of those from the Friday, June 27, travelers are heading to a meet for the Maple Valley destination within Michigan. Summer Track Club: Discus Thank You Female — first place, forthsixth division, Hilary Krolik, CARD OF THANKS The family of Donald Pixley 40’2”; seventh-ninth divi­ sion, Christy Todd, 40’6”; sincerely want to thank the 10th-12th division, Erin Mecosta County E.M.S. Unit, Booher, 65’7”; and adult Big Rapids General Hospital, staff, and our Tubbs Lake division, Sarah Leep, 65’. Male — first place, seventh­ family. To our family, friends and ninth division, Andrew neighbors for prayers, visits, Krolik, 45’8”; and adult divi­ food, flowers, cards, calls .and sion, John Krolik, 64’616”. memorial contributions. High Jump To Reverend Hynes and Female — first place, Reverend Pierce for their Kindergarten-third division, comforting words. The Maple Lauren Pierce, 2’8”; fourth­ Valley Chapel Genther Funeral sixth division, Heidi McCrim­ Home, the Castleton-Maple Grove-Nashville Firemen, the mon, 3’4”; seventh-ninth Nashville Lions Club, and the division, Sarah Cook, 4’2”; United Methodist Women for and 10th-12th division, Becky serving the luncheon following Wilson, 4’4”. Male — first place, fourth­ the service. Your thoughtfulness and sixth division, Donny Joppie, support will forever 3’6”; seventh-ninth division, remembered. Aaron Scott, 4’6” and With heartfelt appreciation, 10th-12th division, Dennis Loretta Pixley Rodeman, 5’0”. Dawn and Ted Hall Long Jump Scott and Tammy Pixley Female — first place, grandsons Kindergarten-third division, and Gretchen Pixley Although the vehicle of choice for domestic travel is still passenger cars, trucks and sport utilities are making strong inroads. According to auto industry analysts, sales of full-size pickup trucks have nearly doubled since 1991, and sales of large sport-utility vehicles have quintrupled in the last five years. On average, motorists will pay 4.7 cents less this holiday than last year for a gallon of gas, and three-tenths of a cent less than in 1995. As of June 16, the per-gallon price for self-serve regular unleaded averaged $1,218 outstate, $1,229 in Metro Detroit. Based on requests received for Auto Club TourBooks, Triptiks and maps, the top five 1997 hot summer destina­ tions for AAA Michigan travelers are: • Orlando, Florida. • Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. • Mackinac Island, Michigan. • Sandusky, Ohio (Cedar Point). • Aurora, Ohio (Sea World. Following a close sixth are prominent Michigan gaming destinations in Sault Ste. Marie, Traverse City area and Mt. Pleasant. Tourism in Michigan is an $8.5-billion-a-year industry, and the state is one ofthe least costly to visit. This year, says AAA, the average family of four will spend $167 daily for food and lodging in Michigan. The official 78-hour holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Thurs­ day, (July 3) and runs to a midnight Sunday, (July 6). During last year’s 102-hour July Fourth holiday period, 27 people died in 24 crashes on roads across the state. That’s up from the 1995 102-hour holiday, when 19 people died in 18 crashes. Eight of last year’s fatal crashes were alcohol-related and restraints were not used by 58 percent of the victims who had them available. For the 33rd year, • AAA Michigan’s “Bring ’Em Back Alive!” Holiday News Ser­ vice will help steer holiday travelers to their destinations throughout the July Fourth holiday period with hourly traffic, safety and tourism bulletins airing on 120 stateside radio stations. Maple Valley Track Club summer meet results offered ipf'iith nn. sit mt- hut^ilji iMfa* wpautfe EOLAffi? niiliiinrUg oTStik’ dudsnij inJii'jjs mriuku ifBOn[. n^msrfc UilRI Jennifer Kent, 3’4”; fourth­ ty Todd, 19’5”; 10th-12th sixth division, Kortney Ew­ division, Erin Booher, 24’4”; ing, 1O’9V4”; seventh-ninth and adult division, Jenny Middivision, Sarah Cook, 11’8” dlestadt, 30’4”. and 10th-12th division, Male — first place, seventh­ Terilyn VanOrder, 11’816”. ninth division, Andrew Male — first place, fourth­ Krolik, 17’5”; 10th-12th divi­ sixth division, Danny Sealy, sion, Scott VanEngen, 31’4”; 10’9”; seventh-ninth divi­ and adult division, Brent sion, Brandon Schantz, Stine, 36’6”. 13’4”; and 10th-12th divi­ 800 Meter Run sion, Jon Kenyon, 17’216”. Female — first place, Pole Vault seventh-ninth division, Kari Female — first place, Emerick, 3:06.4 fourth-sixth division, Heidi Male — first place, seventh­ McCrimmon, 4’16”; seventh­ ninth division, Richie Wilson, ninth division, Melissa Nisse, 2:53.9. 4’16”. Hurdles Male — first place, seventh­ Female — first place, ninth division, Adam Watson, Kindergarten-third division, 9’; 10th-12 division, Dennis Samantha Pierce, 13.8 (55M Rodeman, 8’9”; and adult hurdles); fourth-sixth divi­ division, Tony Eye, 9’6”. sion, Hilary Krolik, 10.1 Shot Put (55M hurdles); and seventh­ Female — first place, ninth division, Sarah Cook, seventh-ninth division, Chris- 21.04 (100M hurdles). Male — first place, fourth­ sixth division, Danny Sealy, 10.20 (55M hurdles); 10th-12th division, Brandon Phenix, 17.46 (100M hurdles). Prediction Mile Male — first place, 10th-12th division, Brandon Phenix, 13 seconds off prediction. 70 & 100 M dash Female — first place, kindergarten-third division, Lauren Pierce, 13.28 (70M); fourth-sixth division, Kortney Ewing, 11.95 (70M); seventh­ ninth division, Alisha VanEngen, 16.03 (100M); and 10th-12th division, Terilyn VanOrder, 14.26 (100M). Male — first place, 10th-12th division, Scott VanEngen, 12.13 (100M). 400M relay Female — first place, fourth-sixth division, Ewing, Cobb, Newton, Oleson, 1:19.43; seventh-ninth divi­ sion, VanEngen, Todd, Cook, Emerick, 1:03,24. Male — first place, fourth­ sixth division, Sealy, Desrochers, Joppie, Krolik, 1:08.9; adult division, Ke­ nyon, VanEngen, VanOrder, Phenix, 49.96. 400 M dash Male — first place, fourth­ sixth division, Danny Sealy, 1:23.4; seventh-ninth divi­ sion, Aaron Scott, 1:14.35. 200 M dash Female — first place, fourth-sixth division, Hilary Krolik, 36.62; 10th-12th divi­ sion, Terilyn VanOrder, 30.03. Male first place, See Track Club, P. 16 Super Saver* 'geaJ1 sitilm'c slitius ns Ik tin to talrisH ti— tosto^f Obituaries Dietls' ■"' 'i OI Wffll i off (MOI Io rtqitsl feUKDO H.i Blfllilti u Creta ittook< arfh* jktWKlji aHr®, j H®, me me® tuispre- jfftoW; bottw’- iwiif*; |41 Offer foifft*1’ Wells Henry Rauser. CHARLOTTE Wells Henry Rauser, 83, of Charlotte passed away Friday, June 27, 1997 in Highland Park, Illinois. He was bom in Charlotte, the son of Henry and Leara (Wells) Rauser. He married Joyce E. Moore on March 18, 1935. He was a co-owner and publisher' of the Charlotte Republican Tribune, retiring in 1973. He also was a correspon­ dent for the Lansing State Jour­ nal, Battle Creek Enquirer, Jackson Citizen Patriot, Grand Rapids Press, Detroit Free Press, Detroit News, Kalama­ zoo Gazette, and A.P. & U.P.I. for 35 years. He was a member and Senior Warden of St. Johns Episcopal Church, the Charlot­ te Rotary Club for more than 30 years, the Charlotte Coun­ try Club for 50 years, Charlotte Library Board and the Charlot­ te Cemetery Board for many years. He also served on the City Counsel in the early 1950’s. Mr. Torrey is survived by his wife, Joyce; one daughter, Wendy (Mike) McGowan of Tacoma, Washington; one son, Chris (Christine) Rauser of Highland Park, Dlinois; four grandchildren, Kelly, Megan, Peter and Mark; and one brother, Robert Rauser of Texas. Visitation will be Tuesday, July 1 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, July 2, 1997 at 2:00 pm at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Burial will take place at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. SPECIAL 6VGNT Gear Up Monistat 3 O.B. Reach J&J Combo Pack Tampons 20's or Advanced Design Dental Floss or Disposable Applicators OB. 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Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 Bubble Gum Flavors 219 Main Street Nashville Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday 852-0845 �Th* Mople Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday. July 1, 1997 — Page 10 DARE annual golf outing raises over $3,000 for project These Vermontville Lions joined the fun at Mulberry Fore on June 22 where their annual Golf Outing to support the local DARE Program netted over $3000. None of these guys seemed to be serious golfers, but all enjoyed chatting with those who came out for the outing. make a contribution to the Thirty-one teams showed District Governor. This was the third such out­ DARE (Drug Abuse Resis­ last weekend for the annual tance Education) program. DARE golf outing, sponsored ing. Some look forward to the More than $3,000 was fun, the food or maybe a by Vermontville Lions Club. raised this year, and all will It is the biggest fund-raiser chance at the hole in one go to purchase various sup­ of the year, and one of many prize, but all agreed that the plies, pay instructors and re­ activities organized in part by biggest reason for their atten­ ward local sixth-graders after local Wayne Lobert, as Lions dance is because they want to completion of the DARE pro­ gram which takes most of the second semester to complete each school year. The gradua­ tion ceremony is always a big affair at Maplewood Elemen­ Insurance Work • Rust Repair tary, with a guest speaker, keepsakes for the students and Complete Car Restoration a chance for each to share their feelings about drugs and alco­ Custom Painting and Murals hol with others. Several local businesses • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering also support the program and • Custom Collision Repair local Lions members sponsor a hole at the outing, or per­ Comer of 79 & Ionia Rd,, Vermontville haps donate a prize. This year was no different than years past, as golfers approached each green, a large sign could HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday be spotted with a local busi­ ness name. Most of those sponsor­ ships allowed for the cash FASSETT BODY SHOP Ph. (517) 726-0319 Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! (O WE CAN FINANCE IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: EASY TERMS Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! And the DARE patrol was hard at work. Gene Fisher had this cart going full speed ahead all day making sure that all was well on Mulberry Fore. needed for big prizes. This year golfers vied for a Bahamas Cruise resort package, a four-day golf vacation and a set of Maxfli Torque Arm Irons. Among the sponsors were Team One of Charlotte, Michigan Magnetics, Lansing Auto Credit Union, the State Employees Credit Union, R & K Systems Inc., Eaton Federal Savings, Lansing Community Credit Union, NBD Bank, Community First Bank, Capital Area Credit Union, Carter's Foods, Citi­ zens Bank, Snappy Car Rental, Main Street Savings, Michigan National Bank,* leadership awards, also Inter­ national, two Presidential Leadership Awards and the SA Dodge Award. "That is the highest award in the state of Michigan, and our district received it this year," he said with a large grin. He was also recently awarded the "Excellent Gover­ nors Award, the highest award earned by district governors, and according to those around him, a very difficult achieve­ ment. There are 23 things that each district governor vying for the award much achieve during his reign. Many have Many golfers turned out for the DARE benefit, and there were some pretty big prizes for winners. the Lions' organization," said Lobert. "This past year we have had a tremendous in­ crease in membership, the most in 10 years." He added that he hoped to keep that kind of momentum going, wishing to reach 2000 members in this district by the year 2000. At the present time there are more than 1400. "There were so many great things happening over the past year that it would be hard to pick just one that really stands out," he said. "But that new club and the many awards asownaarllys that giaveItowas waLsioable an Beiltool Mperpear-- Hoefler Home Improvements, to do with reports, but there son are right up there at the Wayne Lobert, District Gov- are also activities like the golf top!" ernor, Maple Valley Imple-outing, and the youth exHe added, " I can't take all ment, Old Kent Bank, Inde ­ Inde-change program that Lobert is the credit, the district did all pendent Bank and Fidelity Fi- particularly proud of. the work!" nancial Services. "I kept pretty close track For those unfamiliar with There was also a new car for and during this entire year the Lions organization, once some lucky golfer. there were only eight days that originated in the United States "You had to be really I wasn't committed to some­ in 1917, it is now the largest lucky” said Lion Bill Mason. thing," he laughed. "But seri- public service organization in The car, a 1997 Buick Cen­ ously, many of the things that the world. Anyone can be a tury sedan, was donated by this district has accomplished Lions Club member, all that Davis Pontiac Buick GMC are because of the work of is required is a sponsor from out of Charlotte. others." within the group. No one drove the new car He added that one of the "We have members from all home this year, but there were highlights of the yearr was walks of life," said Lobert. some close calls according to when the district won a youth "Doctors, lawyers, farmers and local Lions. Some were lucky exchange jacket, the only dis- merchants, and all do a won­ enough to make the green, and trict that made substantial derful job on many different one couple within just a few contributions in the state. He types of projects." feet ofthe big prize. credits most of the work to And it wouldn't be an offi­ Lion Bill Mason. cial DARE outing without He and other local Lions prizes for the best scores. also managed to drum up lots Among top winners this year of new members over this Garage Sale were the teams of Anger and past year, 400 to be exact! Ulrich, Kelly and Kelly, And then, there was the new FREE WICKER: Could be yours with homemakers idea Smith and Smith, Harvey and club formed in Leslie. company. No experience Woodworth, Sutton and Sut­ "That club alone has re­ needed, call Vickie ton and Beuier and Pentcost. sulted in 41 new members to 616-795-9461. District Gov. Lobert was around the course for those who wanted to chat, and he took a little time to do just that with Maple Valley News. I As district governor, he has been responsible for running various Lions functions throughout his district, which includes the counties of Residential • Commercial • Farm Eaton, Ingham, Livingston, Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Clinton and Shiawassee. Those activities include meet­ Sales — Service ings, training sessions and ' 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair fund-raisers to name a few. And, with almost a year under Richard Cobb • David Cobb his belt and what he describes as "tons of help" from other 517-726-0377 Lions Club members, there have been numerous awards 270 N. Pease Rd. such as two certificates of ap­ preciation from the Interna­ Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Vermontville tional Lions Association, two �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 11 Vermontville Township Library announces new books for June What a feast!! The largest of these morels is over 12 inches in circumference. Little Alexis Arens and her dad decided to go for a little walk in the woods and found over 200 of these delicious treats. They haven't given away the exact location but the mushrooms were found right here in Barry County. Grandma furnished us with this great picture. Calendar of Events 2?w ktm. •*» i^l l?snr. m4®’1"111’ ®RMj, ■taiH _?_"*'••! Mur. Jj ^n’kaiii mfelwta J* S”“, (^a' M/loMI 11 fririuitttii inf ^ni firterfalin «!■ staraa'a® awk odikHta e:» i®.ijmW K.11E- jitBittipiant lisk j © .liiw a fcnH itji«Flta itjk$ *W«d«W jjctns hijhI ^taul ctftfr ijjti 11 * tici» rflj* The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: July 1 — Superintendents Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center. July 2 — 4-H Livestock Development Committee Meeting, Expo Center. July 9 — Horse Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m., USDA Building. July 10 — Goat Pens and Poultry Cages will be set up at 7 p.m., at the Fairgrounds. July 12-19 — Fair. July 22-24 — 4-H Dairy Days, MSU, East Lansing. July 25-26 — Allegan Rodeo. July 28 — Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center. August 15-17 — State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, East Lansing. August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. YOU WANT QUALITY at For Sale affordable prices when you buy BEAUTIFUL BRASS KING printing. Call J-Ad Graphics for everything from business cards SIZE bed with deluxe “Pillow and brochures to newspapers top” mattress set and frame­ Brand New! Cost $1,400. Must and catalogs. Ph. 945-9554 sell! $350. 1-517-676-6414 TRUCK LOAD SALE! Hotel buy out Simmon’s King size mattress sets. All in excellent condition. 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An Illustrated History ofthe Slout Players by William L. Slout has been donated by the author, who is a former resi­ dent of Vermontville. Eva Marie Balcom of Ver­ montville recently graduated from the comprehensive travel program of the Boyd School, located near Pitt­ sburgh, Pa. Balcom received a travel diploma after completing a program of study, including the Worldspan Reservation Computer System, Travel Agency and Airport Pro- cedures, Selling and Customer Service Techni­ ques. Her classes qualify her for entry level positions in the travel industry. Balcom has accepted a posi­ tion with Trans State Airline in Grand Rapids, as a customer service agent. She is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Vermontville woman finishes travel program Maple Valley student joins SEEK at Adrian Travis E. McIntire of Ver­ montville is among the 123 talented high school students at Adrian College from June 22 to July 5 during the Michigan State Board of Education Summer Institute for the Arts, Sciences and Technology. At Adrian the program is called SEEKS — Sustaining the Environment through Education, Knowledge and Skills. High school juniors and seniors participate in in­ tensive programming in “The Interrelationship of Humanity to the Environment.” Study areas include improvisational theatre, creative writing, dance, archeology, video pro- duction, journalism, microbiology, sculpture, freshwater ecology, biological chemistry, wetland ecology, and architecture and design. Adrian faculty and visiting experts use non-traditional methods to encourage intellec­ tual freedom and inter­ disciplinary thinking. Ac­ tivities range from discussions to lab and field experiences to art performances. 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It was part of “Expanding Effective At-Risk Programm­ ing Equals Michigan Com­ munities Making Change,” made possible through MSU’s Children, Youth and Family Programs and Youth and Families At-Risk, Education and Research Service, U.S.D.A. The workshop was aimed at people interested in working r Looking for a PRINTER? Call... 945-9554^ with children to teach them positive ways to manage anger. Anger is a natural emotion that should be recognized as a normal part of human life. It’s what we do with our angry feelings that helps to determine our mental health and societal acceptance. The materials and examples presented dealt specifically with early elementary school throughout eighth grade, touching briefly on high school. Throughout the day, participants discussed potential needs and personal ex­ periences concerning the management of anger. They viewed parts of videos, did written exercises, colored with crayons, sang songs, listened to stories, and par­ ticipated in other “handson,” activities that could then be used with children. Each participating county left with a box of materials to use with schools or other youth groups and lots of addi­ tional ideas. Sunburst Com­ munications Inc., video tapes are part of this new “box of tricks,” I’m So Mad, All About Anger, When Anger Turns to Rage and Ten Things to Do Instead of Hitting and are now available in Eaton County. Those who might be in­ terested in these materials or would like to preview them or discuss them may call the Children, Youth and Family staff at the Eaton County MSU Extension office (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. 1 The Township of Vermontville will receive sealed bids on the replacement of the fire station roof. The fire sta­ tion is located on the corner of Main and First Streets within the Village of Vermontville. Copies of the specifications may be obtained by con­ tacting the Township Clerk, Marcia Grant at 517-726­ 0032. Sealed bids are to be received not later than 5:00 pm on July 5, 1997 at 5150 Round Lake Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096. Please mark the envelope “Fire Station Roof. Superintendent’s CornerBarry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned Food service changed are needed at M.V. by Alan K. McLean Maple Valley administration met with local staff last spring, this fall and again this winter to discuss deficit spending and possible solutions for a solvent program. It was evident that raising prices alone would not be suffi­ cient and that we needed an extensive evaluation in order to ob­ tain a quality program for our kids. The fund equity was depleting so rapidly that it became necessary to contract with a consultant (Charlotte Public Schools). An “ad hoc” board committee, including the three head cooks from each building, was formed and met to discuss the proposed consulting agreement. Consensus was reached to contract with Charlotte in a necessary effort to improve the food service operation. All parties agreed to work together in a collaborative effort to regain solvency within the food service budget. Charlotte was contacted because oftheir overall quali­ ty, extremely efficient and profitable food service operation. The consultant began making changes. Change is difficult... however, we are beginning to see significant food cost reduc­ tions. Prior to hiring the outside consultant, foods costs were up 19 percent from last year and since April we have already experienced a 5.2 percent decrease in comparison to last year. This would have translated into over $25,000 in savings for an entire school year. Food costs savings alone more than offset the expense of a consultant. Due to procedural changes within the department, the opera­ tion is becoming more efficient. Through attrition, we were able to reduce the labor force. At this time, the consultant has recommended consolidation of the food service program into a satellite operation with a central kitchen at the junior-senior high school. The benefits are both financial and practical. (At present, three separate operations are taking place within the district with three sets of record keeping, three purchasing sites, three production sites). This would involve major changes. However, they are necessary to a solvent program. The present labor schedule results in 15 meals produced per labor hour. This is low. The state says the meals per labor hour should be 18 to 20. To accomplish the objectives, all parties need to work together to produce an effective program. The board plans to meet with the association this summer in an all-out effort to begin these needed changes. We are excited about working together to provide a quality program for our students. Wednesday, July 2 Turkey a la King, carrots, veggie, biscuit, fruit. Thursday, July 3 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad, dressing, cream­ ed corn, garlic bread, pineapple. Friday, July 4 Closed in observance of In­ dependance Holiday. Monday, July 7 Veal cutlet, baked potato/s.c., mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pudding. Tuesday, July 8 Turkey steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, French cut beans, bread, margarine, plums. Events Wednesday, July 2 — Hastings, craft days; Nashville, social day; Woodland puzzle day; Delton, b/p day. Thursday, July 3 — Hastings, music, Nye/Reid; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, July 4 — All sites closed. Happy 4th of July. Monday, July 7 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, Bankers Life; Delton, social day. Tuesday, July 8 — puzzle day. • NOTICE • The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, June 18, 1997. The Resolution To Adopt Amendments to the Eaton County Massage Ordinance was passed at the June meeting. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 Ext. 225 or 485-6444 Ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners Special 1 Week Only LX 188 w/48” Decks $Q QQQ Tax& Delivery Extra Tri-county Sr. Girls softball league Class B NOTICE • The Village of Nashville Police Department is now taking applications for the police reserves program. Anyone interested should contact Chief Falk at 852-9866 by June 26, 1997. Nashville Village Council South Division Lakewood Softball Furton-Hoppough Realty................ Citizens Elevator... Saranac Maroon... M-91 Tire & Auto. Central Division Grab-N-Git............ Lady Hawkes (B)... Jerry’s Tire & Auto Cobb’s Comer....... W-L-T ...7-1-0 5-3-0 3-3-0 .3-3-1 3-1-0 .6-0-0 5-2-0 3-3-0 3-4-0 ELECTION NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION VERMONTVILLE TOWNSHIP, EATON COUNTY, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD JULY 22,1997 To the qualified electors of Vermontville Township notice is hereby given thatt a Special Election will be held on July 22,1997 for the purpose of changing the ownership of Woodlawn Cemetery. PROPOSITION Should the Township of Vermontville assume by gift the ownership of Vermontville Woodlawn Cemetery, together with all the assets, liabilities, and duties imposed by law? Voting will be held at the Vermontville Fire Barn, corners of First and Main. The polls will remain open from 7:00 am until 8:00 pm on election day. Marcia K. Grant Vermontville Township Clerk Gratten Raceway 3-4-0 North Division Fairchild’s..................... 3-4-0 L.O. 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(North of town on M-43) 616-945-9526 M,T,W,F, 7am-5pm; Th. 7am-7pm; Sat. 7am-2pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 13 EATON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS JUNE 18,1997 RESOLUTION TO ADOPT AMENDMENTS TO THE EATON COUNTY MASSAGE ORDINANCE Introduced by the Public Safety Committee Commissioner Moon moved the approval of the following resolution. Seconded by Commissioner Clarke. The County has an existing massage ordinance providing criminal penalties for violation. The Prosecuting Attorney has reviewed the ordinance and recommended changing the penalties for violations from criminal to civil infractions. The Prosecuting Attorney has consulted with massage therapists regarding the focus and impact of the ordinance and is recommending deletion and revision of some of the provisions of the ordinance. The Public Safety Committee is recommending approval of the amendments to the Massage Ordinance. IT IS RESOLVED, that the Eaton County Board of Commissioners adopts the amendments to the Massage Ordinance effective upon publication. Carried. COUNTY OF EATON ) STATE OF MICHIGAN ) I, Linda M. Twitched, Clerk of the Circuit Court for said County of Eaton, Do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of a record now remaining in the office of the Clerk of said County and Court. In Testimony Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand, and affixed the seal of said Court and County, at the City of Charlotte this 23rd day of June A.D. 1997 BY: Joyce Blake/Dep. Clerk Massage Business AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR THE REGULATION AND LICENSING OF MASSAGE BUSINESSES AND MASSAGE THERAPISTS; TO PROVIDE PENALTIES AND REMEDIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF THIS ORDINANCE; AND TO PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE DATE. SECTION 1. PURPOSE. This ordinance provides the minimum requirements adopted to promote the public health, safety and general welfare of the people receiving services from a massage therapist and massage businesses in Eaton County. SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS. The definitions contained in this section shall govern the construction, meaning and application of words and phrases used in this ordinance. Employee means any person over eighteen (18) years of age, other than a massage therapist, who renders any service in connection with the operating of a massage business and receives compensation from the operator of the business or patrons. Health officer means the director or acting director of the Barry-Eaton District Health Department or his authorized representative. Massage means any method of treating the superficial parts of a patron for medical, hygienic, exercise or relaxation purposes by rubbing, stroking, kneading, tapping, pounding, vibrating, or stimulating with the hands or any instrument, or by the application of air, liquid or vapor baths of any kind whatever. Massage business means any place or establishment where a massage is administered. Massage therpaist means any person who engages in the practice of massage. Owner or operator means a person who owns or controls or who has the duty to control the operation of a massage business. This includes an individual, officer, director, resident agent or owner of 10% of stock if a corporation, or a partner, including limited partners, if a partnership, licensees, managers, lessees, sponsors, societies, organizations, associations or any combination of individual of whatever form or character. Patron means any person who receives a massage under such circumstances that it is reasonably expected that he or she will pay money or give any other consideration In return. Recognized school means any school or institution of learning recognized by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, American Massage and Therapy Association, Inc. or the International Myomassethics Federation or any other recognized massage association with equivalent professional standards, whose purpose is to teach the theory, method, profession or work of massage, and which school requires a resident course of study before the student shall be furnished with a diploma or certificate of graduation. Review Board means a five member board composed of three (3) members of the county commission and two massage therapists licensed pursuant to this ordinance, appointed by the Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners. Sex Offense means any offense involving prostitution, criminal sexual conduct, lewd and lascivious conduct, or being a disorderly person to-wit: common prostitute, window peeper, obscene conduct or loitering at a house of ill fame or indecent exposure. SECTION 3. REQUIRED LICENSES. A. Massage Business license. No owner or operator shall operate a massage business unless he has a valid massage business license issued by the county pursuant to the provisions of this ordinance for each and every separate office or place of business conducted by such owner or operator. B. Massage Therapist’s license. No person shall practice massage unless he has a valid massage therapist's license issued to him by the county pursuant to the provisions of this ordinance. SECTION 4. APPLICABILITY OF ORDINANCE TO EXISTING BUSINESSES. A. Any existing massage business is required to comply with all provisions of this ordinance. B. This ordinance shall not apply to licensed hospitals, nursing homes, medical clinics, or to persons holding a certificate to practice the healing arts under the laws of the state, or to persons working under the direction of any such persons or in any such establishment, nor shall this ordinance apply to barbers, or cosmetologists lawfully carrying out their professions holding a valid license or certificate of registration issued by the state. SECTION 5. APPLICATIONS. A. Massage Business license. Any owner or operator desiring a massage business license shall file a written application under oath with the health officer. The applicant shall pay the license fee, which shall not be refundable. B. Massage Therapist’s license. Any person desiring a massage therapist’s license shall file a written application under oath with the health officer. The applicant shall pay the license fee, which shall not be refundable. SECTION 6. INVESTIGATION, INSPECTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE HEALTH OFFICER. A. Upon receiving an application for a massage business or massage therapist’s license, the health officer shall conduct an investigation into the application. The health officer may require a personal interview of the applicant, and such information, identification and physical examintion of the person as shall be appropriate to the investigation. B. In the case of an application for a massage business license, the health officer or his designee shall investigate the premises where the massage business is to operate to assure that such premises comply with all requirements set forth in this ordinance and/or with ordinances of public health, safety and welfare for the county and state. C. Any applicant for a massage business license shall submit to requested inspections by the building department, sheriff department, health department and such other departments as may be necessary to insure that the proposed business and applicant complies with all applicable ordinances, (2) the operation does not comply with ail applicable ordinances, regulations and laws; (3) the applicant, owner or operator has been convicted of any felony crime or any sex offense, un(less such conviction occurred more than ten (10) years prior to the date of the application: (4) the applicant has failed to supply necessary information or has knowingly made any false or misleading statement of fact in the application or during the investigation authorized by Section 6; (5) the applicant or owner or operator has had a massage business, massage therapist or other similiar permit or license denied, revoked, or suspended by any city, county or any other state within ten (10) years prior to the date of the application; (6) the applicant or owner or operator is not at least eighteen (18) years old; (7) the applicant does not possess a diploma or certificate of graduation from a recognized school. B. If the health officer denies an application, he or she shall specify the ground(s) for such denial an shall direct the prosecuting attorney to notify the applicant, by regular mail addressed to the applicant at the address shown on the application, of the grounds on which the application is denied. SECTION 8. DENIAL; APPEAL PROCEDURE A. Within twenty-one (21) days after the prosecuting attorney has notified the applicant of denial of an application for a massage business license or a massage therapist’s license the applicant may file a written request to the prosecuting attorney for a hearing before the county commission for reconsideration of the application for license. B. At the hearing, the applicant and his attorney may present evidence. C. After reviewing the evidence, the county commission shall determine whether to sustain the denial or to grant the application for license. SECTION 9. CLOSING HOURS. No massage business shall open or operate within the county between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. SECTION 10. SUPERVISION. A massage business license shall have at least one person who is licensed as a massage therapist on the premises at all times while the establishment is open. The licensee shall personally supervise the business and shall not violate, or permit others to violate, any provisions of this ordinance. Violation of any provision of this ordinance by any massage therapists, employee or agent of the licensee shall constitute a violation by the licensee. SECTION 11. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PROHIBITED. No person shall sell, give, dispense, provide or keep or cause to be sold, given, dispensed, provided or kept, any alcoholic beverages on the premises of any massage business. SECTION 12. SANITATION AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSAGE Businesses. All massage business premises licensed under this ordinance may be periodically inspected by the health officer, building inspector, fire marshal or their authorized representatives, for the safety of the structure and adequacy of the plumbing, ventilation, heating and illumination. The following minimum standards shall be maintained: A. Walls, floors and all equipment shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition; B. Towels, linens and items for personal use by massage therapists and patrons shall be clean and freshly laundered. Towels, cloths and sheets shall not be used for more than one patron. Heavy, white paper or other material may be substituted for sheets, provided that such material is changed for every patron; C. The genital area and buttocks of patrons must be covered when in the presence of any massage therapist, employees or other patrons. Contact with the patron’s genital area is prohibited. SECTION 13. ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES. The health officer, in consultation with the sheriff and the prosecuting attorney, shall establish reasonable procedures necessary for the operation and enforcement of this ordinance. SECTION 14. VIOLATIONS. A. It shall be a civil infraction for any person to violate any provisions of this ordinance or to aid or assist another to violate such provisions. Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this ordinance shall be guilty of a civil infraction, punishable by the imposition of a fine up to $500.00, plus costs. B. It shall be a civil infraction for any owner or operator to knowingly allow a massage business to be used in violation of any provisions of this ordinance. C. Each day that a violation occurs or is permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense. D. Violations of any provisions of this ordinance are declared to be a nuisance per se. In lieu of, or in addition to, any other civil penalty, administrative sanction, injunctive relief for the abatement of the nuisance and for continued compliance with this ordinance may be sought. E. The rights and remedies provided in this ordinance are cumulative and in addition to any other remedies provided by law. SECTION 15. ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING. A. Upon notification of a charged violation of any provision of this ordinance, the review board may notify the licensee by first class mail of a hearing to be held within twenty-one (21) days. At the hearing, the review board will review the evidence, after which the review board may suspend the license pending the outcome of any civil action. SECTION 16. FEE. A. The fee for a massage business license is $100.00. B. The annual fee for a massage therapist license is $15.00. Section 17. DUTIES OF LICENSEE/APPLICANT. A. Every licensee/applicant under this ordinance shall permit all reasonable inspections of the business premises. Such inspections shall be made during posted business hours or at a time agreed upon by the licensee/applicant and the health officer. Every licensee/applicant shall, at all times, comply with the laws and regulations applicable to such business premises. B. The massage business licensee/applicant shall display the license of the massage business and of each massage therapist employed in the establishment in an open and conspicuous place on the premises of the massage business. C. If, while any application for a massage business license or massage therapist license is pending, or during the term of any license granted, there is any change which would alter the information provided in the application for license, the applicant/licensee shall notify the health officer in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours after such change. SECTION 18. TRANSFER PROHIBITED. No massage business license or massage therapist's license is transferable. (A) There has been no violations and/or action by the Review Board. B. The Massage Therapist license shall expire on December thirty-first of each year. SECTION 19. EXPIRATION. A. The Massage Business license shall have no expiration date as long as the following occurs: (1) The business remains in the same location; (2) There has been no violations and/or action by the Review Board. B. The Massage Therapist license shall expire on December thirty-first of each year. SECTION 20. REPEALER. All ordinances in conflict are repealed only to the extent necessary to give this ordinance full force and effect. regulations and laws. SECTION 21. SEVERABILITY. Should any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase or word of this ordinance be found invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by any court of competent jurisdiction, any such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this ordinance. SECTION 7. ISSUANCE OR DENIAL. A. Within fourteen (14) days after reviewing the investigation, inspections, and recommendations o the Sheriff and other Code enforcement officers, the health officer shall determine whether or not the license shall be issued. A license shall be issued unless the health officer finds that: SECTION 22. EFFECTIVE DATE. The provisions of this ordinance are ordered to take effect after publication. I, Linda Twitchell, Eaton County Clerk, certify that this ordinance was adopted by the Eaton County Board of Commissioners on June 18,1997 and published on July 1,1997. (1) the correct license fee has not been paid; Linda Twitchell, Eaton County Clerk �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 1, 1997 — Page 14 Tips for area homeowners Gypsy moths reported on the increase in Barry County by Elaine Gilbert Assistant Editor Don’t panic if you see a gypsy moth caterpillar slith­ ering up your favorite oak tree. There are steps local resi­ dents can take to minimize damage from gypsy moths, the pests that like to dine on tree foliage, said Jan Hartough, Michigan State Uni­ versity Cooperative Exten­ sion director in Barry County. In large numbers, gypsy moths can devour all the leaves on a tree. And coping with the droppings they leave behind is an unpleasant task. Gypsy moths are on the increase in Barry County, Hartough said. In Hastings, some of the pockets of infes­ tation can be found on Green, Cass and Walnut streets. Yankee Springs State Park is a hot spot. Other areas where gypsy moths are on the increase include Mid­ dleville, Assyria and Bellevue. It wasn't a cry of 'wolf six years ago when MSU Extension officials in Barry County warned local residents that gypsy moths were coming. The Extension Service and the Michigan Department of Natural Re­ sources started tracking the county's gypsy moth pests in 1991. "We're getting lots of phone calls now," Hartough said. "They (gypsy moths) are here. "Some areas are affected more than others," she said, noting that homeowners need to be aware of the po­ tential problem. Hartough and the Barry County Board of Commis­ sioners' Central Services Committee last week dis­ cussed the need for a gypsy moth coordinator, and she expects the topic to come before the full board at to­ day's regular meeting. People can do a lot them­ selves to help prevent widespread damage from gypsy moths, Hartough said. "Just because you have them, doesn't mean you immediately start spraying (with chemicals)." Residents need to check and re-check their yards, she advised. Currently, gypsy moths are in the caterpillar stage and they will soon change into moths. Egg masses from the female adult moth can be found on many types of surfaces in the fall and winter. The following tips to help control gypsy moths around your home are from the Co­ operative Extension Service and MSU's Department of Entomology and Department ofAgriculture: • Physical barriers, such as sticky bands or folded fabric bands, can be placed around tree trunks. Sticky bands trap gypsy moth larvae. Folded fabric bands attract larvae which can then be eas­ ily destroyed by scraping the caterpillars into a bucket of soapy water. • Scrape egg masses off trees and manmade objects and destroy them before they hatch. They may be burned or buried about six inches deep in heavy soil. Eggs are laid in such places as a rock crevice, picnic table, stone wall, tree trunks, children's swing sets, eaves troughs, cars, recreational vehicles, bark flap, leaf litter, wood­ pile and on a branch. An egg mass may have from 50 to 1,000 eggs. Egg masses are light reddish brown and from 1/2 to 3/4-inch long, and they are covered by a thick layer of hair from the fe­ male's abdomen. • Watch for small caterpil- lars early in the spring and simply spray them out of the trees with a garden hose and nozzle. (At a small size, caterpillars are very sensitive to sudden changes in temper­ ature and mechanical distur­ bances and hosing them out of the trees and shrubs will kill them.) • Another option is to spray newly hatched larvae with a weak solution of dish washing soap mixed with water (1-2 fl. oz. per 1 gal­ lon ofwater). • Spray materials such as insecticidal soaps (similar to the dish washing detergent mentioned) or Bacillus thuringiensis (known by such trade names as Dipel, Biotrol, B.t. and others), a bacterial disease of caterpil­ lars, when larva are about 1 inch long. B.t. is non-toxic to animals and people. It is only lethal to the larvae of insects in the moth and but­ terfly family. This material has a low impact on the en­ vironment. • Keep your yard as clean as possible. Remove dis­ carded items, dead branches (from the ground and out of the trees), stumps, etc., where the gypsy moth fe­ male adult is likely to lay eggs. Gypsy moth outbreaks can last two to four years or longer, according to the Co­ operative Extension. "Why gypsy moth populations skyrocket from time to time is not clear. Outbreaks even­ tually collapse, usually from natural causes — wildlife that eat the gypsy moth (such as birds or mice), parasites (organisms that live in or on the insect) and diseases. Most trees survive gypsy moth attacks, but survival depends on the vigor of the tree before defoliation and the species of tree being at­ tacked, according to informa­ tion from the Cooperative Extension. Coniferous trees such as pine or spruce can not pro­ duce new needles after defoli­ ation as do deciduous trees. Consequently, gypsy moths can kill these trees after one year's complete defoliation. Favorite trees of the gypsy moth caterpillar are oak, poplar, birch and willow. For more information, the Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice has a free educational publication, "Gypsy Moth in Michigan Homeowner's Guide" and a video that may be checked out After-harvest care keeps your strawberries patch healthy Joey, Katie and Todd will be performing your bypass. Before you know it, these kids will be doctors, nurses and medical technicians, possibly yours. They’ll need an excellent grasp of laser technology, advanced computing and molecular genetics. Unfortunately, very few American children are being prepared to master such sophisticated subjects. Ifwe want children who can handle tomorrow s good jobs, more kids need to take more challenging academic courses. To find out how you can help the effort to raise standards in America’s schools, please call 1-800-96-PROMISE. The Business Roundtable t-L£l WO mak. e Changes now5 U.S. Department of Education National Governors' Association we can prevent a lot of American Federation ofTeachers The National Alliance of Business pain later on. education excellence pai The care you give your backyard strawberry patch after harvest is the key factor in a good crop next year. Pat Tirrell, Eaton County MSU Extension horticulturist, says immediately after harvest is the best time to fertilize strawberry plants. Fertilizing before harvest, she explains, reduces yields by promoting lush vegetative growth at the expense of flowers and fruits. The few berries that do form tend to be soft and poor quality. Fertiliz­ ing after harvest, on the other hand, promotes growth to support next year’s fruit production. A soil test is your best guide to crop nutrient needs, she notes, but in the absence of a soil test, apply two to three pounds of a fertilizer such as 12-12-12 per 100 feet of row. Be sure to keep the fertilizer off of plant tissues. Weed control and watering are two other important after­ harvest activities. Hoe around plants as often as necessary to eliminate an­ nual week seedlings, she ad­ vises. Or cultivate right after harvest and then mulch with two to three inches of straw, compost, shredded newspaper or other organic mulch to discourage weeds. Hoe no deeper than two to three in­ ches, she notes, to avoid damaging shallow roots. Strawberries need about an inch of water per week (more on sandy soils). Any time rain doesn’t provide that, plan to irrigate. Wet the soil to a depth of six to eight inches each time you water. If your strawberry bed is getting less productive because of weeds, or diseases, it should probably be plowed under. Ideally, you plant a new bed in the spring before you plow down an old one in midsum­ mer, so that you can harvest berries next year without a break. Avoid replanting strawber­ ries in the same spot, Tirrell says. Also avoid planting strawberries where you’ve grown raspberries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant or pottoes. All these plants act as host for the soil-borne Verticillium fungus, which causes strawberry plants to wilt and die. It can build up in the soil if susceptible plants are grown in the same spot year after year. Rotating the strawberry bed to new ground also helps reduce the buildup of many other disease problems and in­ sects, she adds. In any new planting, it’s critical to eliminate perennial weeds and grasss before planting, Tirrell urges. This will make weed control after strawberries are in place much easier. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - �Females Seeking Males # WHY BE ALONE? 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Ao#.2424 Outgoing SHF, 18, 5’4’, 120lbs., dark hair, haze! eyes, enjoys writing, reading, seeks energetic SM, for friendship, possible relationship. Ad#.&55 ENJOY MY FAMILY QUIET SUNSETS TIME TO TALK! Single white female, 20, 57, 110lbs. long blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys modeling, fashion shows, dining out, dubs, dandng, singing, seeks non-jealous, honest single male. Ad#.3853 A FRIENDLY GAL Professional SWF, 49,5’4”, medium build, green­ eyed blonde, people-person, loves beach walks, biking, rollerblading, seeks honest, open, caring SWM, N/S, 46-58, for fun times. Ad#.3O15 KIDS WELCOME SUCCESS & ROMANCE Single white female, 30, 57, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes read­ ing, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. 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Fun single white female, 27, blue-eyed blonde, quiet at times, employed, likes long walks on the b^di^horseback riding, seeks honest single male. . POSITIVE OUTLOOK CAREFREE SPIRIT SWM, 26, 6*, 200lbs„ blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium bufld, N/S, enjoys roflerblading, the race track, dancing, seeks flexfote, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 Single white male, 32,5*11", brown har, blue eyes, smoker, likes fishing, motorcycling. vi videos, seeks caring, romantic singte/cfivorced white e female, 2336.Ad#.6915 THE LOVE BOAT SWF, 18, 5'2", 100lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, s shy, happy, likes to party, ride horses, work on cars, lifting weights, seeks high-spirited, comp atible SM, 18-19, for possible relationsnip. relationsni Ad#.4465 ROMANTIC NATURE POSITIVE ATTITUDE 57, long blonde enjoys dancing, outdoors, radng, chafing singfe Energetic SWF, 54, 5’2", blonde hair, employed, enjoys the beach, biking, dining out, movies, TV, sports, seeks outgoing, honest SM, under 55, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2468 Divorced white mom, 34,5'5", auburn hair, green I eyes, easygoing, independent, enjoys bike nding, I rollerblading, music, skiing, skating, seeks mem memI um-built single white male, under 45. Ad#.4663 CHARMING & WITTY Hardworking SWM. 32,5*4", physicaly fit black hair, hobbies indude sports, boards. car racing. seeks trustworthy, dependable, caring, sincere SF. Adf.4392 Single white female, 39,57,135lbs., professional, enjoys camping, swimming, the beach, traveling, gardening, seeks loyal, sincere, loving, romantic single male. Adf2439 OPEN & HONEST Bubbly smote white female, 45, hair, hazel el eyes, professional, shooting pool, swimming, the At^Ty’ un<^ers^an^'n9’ HER KIND OF GUY? Single white female, 18, 5’6", slim, smoker, non­ drinker, actively into sports, looking king for a humor ­ ous, medium-built single male, 18-22. Ad#.1119 VERY BUSY MAN Divorced white male, 36,6T, medium build, smok­ er, ikes cookouts, camping, garage sales and the races, seeks single white female, 26-46, for com­ panionship. Adf .1465 Single white female, 49,5*4’, light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, communicative, self-employed, enjoys fine dancing, crafts, gardening, seeking sensitive, caring, humorous single male. Adf.4852 DATING OR MORE? SENSITIVE SIDE CALL ME FIRST Single white male, 43, 67, enjoys roiertiadrg. bite riding, the outdoors, seeking single white female, 37-44. Adf.3637 TAKE TIME FOR ME Slender SW mom, 30, 5’2”, friendly, hobbies are movies, walks, family activities, seeks delightful, 28-40, kids a plus, prefers N/S. Single white female, 45,5’5", slender, brown hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, attractive, likes dandng, country music, sports, seeks trim, confident, unselfish, single white male, under 45. Ad#.1952 INITIALLY SHY Single white mom, 30, 57. medium build, blue­ eyed blonde, enjoys shopping, movies, the beach, miniature golf, seeks understanding, caring single male. Ad#. 1024 BEST OF TIMES DW dad, 35, 5’4", 130lbs., brown hair, green eyes, outgoing, employed, likes the outdoors, children, sports, seeking employed, outgoing, caring SF, for long term relationship. Ad#.3400 DON’T HESITATE! Nice-looking SWM, 22,6’2", 130t»M friendly, self­ employed, likes computers, basketball, dancing, beach walks, time with friends, seeks outgoing, honest, mature SF. Ad# .2626 INQUISITIVE Medium-built SWM, 40, 5’8", blue eyes, mellow, conservative, likes astronomy, hiking, biking, movies, travel, seeks honest, compassionate SF. Ad#.1999 REMEMBER THIS ADI Honest single white male,. 23, brown hair/eyes, likes movies, concerts, Amy Grant, wishes to meet caring, honest, respectful single female. Ad#.4849 JOY OF LIFE! Witty SWM, 39, 5’8", 200lbs., employed, enjoys motorcycles, long drives, race cars, seeks honest, attractive SF.Ad#.963O GENTLE SPIRIT Quiet, easygoing SWM, 50, 5’8’, 160lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys fishing, hunting, rollerblad­ ing, swimming, seeking honest, faithful, commu­ nicative SF. Ad#.9959 INDEPENDENT SWM, 18, 5’11’, brown hair, blue eyes, self­ employed, student, likes the outdoors, bowling, pool, movies, seeks sincere, honest SF, who is looking for a relationship. Ad#.8818 LOTS IN COMMON? Single Hispanic male, 35, 6’1*. 210lbs., black hair, brown eyes, quiet at first, employed student, likes reading; cooking, movies, walking, seeks carin9g2,92honest, sensitive, single female. Ad#. STABLE & SECURE Compassionate SBM, 40,5’6”, 175lbs, muscular, black hair, professional, enjoys camping, movies, evening walks, seeks honest, independent SF. 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Grass grows, fruits and vegetables ripen and houseplants get dry while you’re gone. Who wants to come home from vacation to an overgrown lawn, a vegetable garden full of overripe and rotting produce and parched houseplants? The lawn and garden don’t Ifyou’re going to be gone a week or less, chances are your plants will get along OK in your absence, especially if you mow the lawn, harvest fruits and vegetables and water thoroughly just before ANNUAL JWL.V PAINT sale; OFALL H.W.I.BRANDPAINT (MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS) SALE PRICE ALSO APPLIES TO ALL SPECIAL ORDER PAINT. SALE PRICES OOD JULY 1ST - JULY 31ST Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Doug Durkee - Proprietor _____HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm you go. If you’ll be away from home longer than that, the best arrangement is to have a knowledgeable person come to your home and take care of your plants — mow the lawn, water the houseplants and harvest the garden. That will keep the plants healthy and encourage the garden to stay productive. It will also keep your house from developing that semi-abandoned, overgrown look that adver­ tises that no one’s home. On that theme, that same person could put out your trash and bring the container back in, collect the newspaper, open and close curtains and drapes, turn lights on and off, park a car in your driveway —in short, make your house and grounds look occupied and well tended. If you can’t arrange for a plant caretaker to step in, water indoor plants before you leave, group them together in the bathtub and cover them with a sheet of plastic to hold moisture around them. They will main­ tain this way for some time, especially if light levels are low — in dim light, plants grow less vigorously and so need less water than plants growing in bright light. Houseplants set outdoors for the summer should be moved inside outdoors, they will be likely to dry out and may be damaged by storms or carried off or destroyed by vandals. Be sure to check them carefully for pests and treat any infestations you find so your house isn’t hosting a major outbreak IGA when you get home, Tirrell advises. In the vegetable garden, crops will keep ripening and weeks may attempt a takeover. It’s usually easier to find someone to come in and harvest your garden than someone who will weed it foryou. So knock the weeds back and mulch heavily before you leave. Then invite one or more friends to stop in and harvest anything that’s ready. Ifnecessary, specify or mark crops that are likely to need attention. “Harvesting crops such as cucumbers, snap beans, summer squash, tomatoes, peppers and eggplant as they ripen will keep costs producing and minimize the amount of ripe or rotten produce that will accumulate and attract garden pests while you’re gone,” she says. Some flowers— catmints, chrysanthemums, New England asters, white guara, petunias, impatiens and verbena — will branch more and bloom longer if faded flowers and seedheads are cut off, Tirrell observes. Pruning such plants before you leave will encourge new growth and renewed flowering after you return, she suggests. Insects won’t take a vacation just because you do, she adds, so check the garden before you leave and take necessary control measures, such as removing Colorado potato beetle adults and eggs and small tomato homworms from plants, spraying with Bacillus thuringiensis to control cabbage worms, and using pesticides ap needed to prevent damage by other pests. If you line up someone to water the garden during dry weather, make it as easy as possible by leaving as many sprinklers or soaker hoses in place as you need to water the whole garden or top-priority crops without moving them. 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Passersby probably have seen lots of activity over the weekend at the usually vacant were being erected, and the grounds located in Charlotte. smell of hot dogs and cotton 4-H families were moving in candy began filling the air. for the week, carnival rides There are changes under way Caledonia Middle School principal to be superintendent at Maple Valley by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writers The Maple Valley Board of Education last Tuesday made a final selection for superinten­ dent by offering a contract to Clark, Volz, principal from Caledonia Middle School. Volz replaces Alan McLean, who retired from education on June 30, just three years after coming to Maple Valley. The selection process was described by board members as very intense, beginning with several interviews and then narrowing their list down to three finalists. Volz was cho­ sen after another set of inter­ views and finally a visit to Caledonia. "That was part of the final selection process," said Board of Education President, Michael Callton. "By visiting each of the interviewees' communities, we can get a real feel for what each individ­ ual is really all about." Callton went on to say that it was Volz's attitude in gen­ eral toward education and stu­ dents that helped the board to make this decision. "He really loves education and kids," said Callton. "And Clark Voltz he is closer to students than some of our other intervie­ wees." The board president added that he felt Volz was an excel­ lent communicator. Pewamo-Westphalia Super­ intendent Steve Barnum was the other of the final two cant didates for the Maple Valley position. Volz had been principal at Caledonia Middle School since 1992, and had taught elementary and middle school in Big Rapids prior to that. He also had been a finalist for the Reeed City superintendent's post. Volz is a sports enthusiast and has been involved with community theater musicals. While contract details still have to be finalized, Volz said he expects them to be done in the near future. During his tenure at Cale­ donia, the middle school was recognized as "exemplary" by the Kellogg Foundation and it was recognized as a School-toWork school by Virginia Tech University. His decision to take the po­ sition at Maple Valley comes at a time when there is much to be done. After a recent mil­ lage proposal failed, it is to be on the ballot again this fall and contract negotiations are under way with the district's teachers. "I felt like I had something I could contribute to the dis­ trict," Volz said. "I know that there are challenges to be faced and I'm looking forward to facing them with the commu­ nity." Staffwriters Jason Carr and Barbara Gall contribted to this report. This year, like always there will be lots and lots of rides for the whole family at the Eaton County Fair. this year, like in many years kids, and helped to clerk the past, but perhaps the biggest small animal sale from the is a new building. The Andy time that it began in Eaton Wawiemia Memorial Building County. He also helped orgarecently was erected in honor nize fund events day at the pher Charles Wilkins, 19, of of a "friend of 4-H" who fair, and could always be Hastings, failed to stop for a passed away one year ago. found around the latest water stop sign on Bivens Road and Many remember Wawiemia fight. collided with another vehicle, as a 4-H Leader or perhaps as "Andy's Building," which driven on Assyria Road by beef superintendent. He was will be used as a show arena Gary Clark, 55, of Nashville. there to set up the sale ring and sale arena, is nestled bePolice said Clark's car was and keep things moving on tween the hog and sheep spun sideways by the impact sale day, and took care ofvar- bams. There are also new and it rolled several times, ious "fixit" jobs around the bleachers. coming to rest in a field. fairgrounds. The building is just one of Passengers Katie Clark, 12, Wawiemia was committed and Amy Clark, 10, were air See Eaton Fair, Page 2 to animals just as much as lifted to Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids with serious injuries. Katie Clark was listed in critical condition Monday morning at the inten­ sive care unit at Butterworth. Amy was discharged Saturday. The driver and passengers • ‘“Lil Abner’ production.planned in Heather Clark, 11, Christo­ Vermontville pher Clark, 6, Emily Clark, 8, and Michael Reid, 14, all • Hawblitzes of Nashville are this year’s were taken to Pennock Hospi­ honored 4-H family tal in Hastings, where they were treated and released. • Circus held at Charlton Park last week Wilkins also was treated at Pennock and released. • Eaton County Fair schedule announced State Police troopers said the accident remains under in­ vestigation.— Six children injured in two-car accident Six Nashville children were injured, two of them seri­ ously, in a two-car accident on Assyria Road Thursday post of the Michigan State Police said the crash occurred evening. Troopers from the Hastings after a car driven by Christo- In This Issue... A Nashville girl remains in critical condition following a two-car accident Thursday at the intersection of Assyria and Bivens roads. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 Page 2 EAtONCOUNTY FAIR, from front page— many stops at th£ fair. There are bajrfetfidbd^caittdrtptfiany non-likestpclg-te*hite$, and lots of grandstand entertmnment planned throughout the week. The midwav ooens each day at noon this week. General admission to the fair is $7, $4 for senior citizens. That price includes gate admission, and grandstand seating, with the exception of the Kevin Sharp concert. In­ formation on ticket sales to that concert will be available at the grandstand office. Harness Racing started the week out! It is a popular event every year for fair goers of any age! Calendar of Events Rides always are popular at the fair, and the mery-go-round is perhaps the most popular perennial favorite. Many 4-H LivestocK show will be going on during the week. Some of these critters will be available to the highest bidder at the annual livestock sale. ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. .Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 am. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship ,....... 11a.m. P.M. Worship ......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............ 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration.... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH . 8593 Cloverdale Road (V> ml. East of-M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............ 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass.................. ■ .9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School............... a. ..9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.. 11 a.m. Kfter School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 Sunday a.m. Worship.................. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PASTOR RANDY SMITH Tuesday, July 8 (Kids' Day) 8:30 a.m. — 4-H Horse and Pony Show. 9 a.m. — 4-H Rabbit Show. 9 a.m. — 4-H Beef Show. 10:30 a.m. — Dairy Judging Contest. 6 p.m. — Sheep lead classes. Grandstand Show Figure and USA Demo Eight Derby. Wednesday, July 9 (Senior Citizens' Day) 8:30 a.m. — 4-H Draft Horse Show. 9 a.m. — 4-H Dairy Show. 9 a.m. — 4-H Sheep Show. 10 a.m. — Opening of Senior Citizens' Day, program. 10 a.m. — 4-H Goat Show. 7 p.m. — Horse and Pony Costume Class. Grandstand Show — Kevin Sharp Concert. Thursday, July 10 — 8:30 a.m. — 4-H Draft Horse Show. 10 a.m. — Llama Judging. I p.m. — Large Animal Sale. Grandstand Show — Tractor and Truck Pull. Friday July 11 8: 30 a.m. — 4-H Horse and Pony Show. 9 a.m. — Livestock Judging Contest. 10 a.m. — Dairy Quiz Bowl. II a.m. — 4-H Chicken Babecue. 1 p.m. — Cloverbuds Show. 3 p.m. — Sheep Team Fitting Contest. 6 p.m. — Dairy Judging Contest. 7 p.m. — Pony Fun Events. Grandstand Show — Tractor and Truck Pull. Saturday, July 12 (4-H Recognition Day) 9: 30 a.m. — Livestock Sweepstakes, Showmanship. 10 a.m. — Small animal Sweepstakes, Showmanship. 1 p.m. — Horse and Pony Trail Classes. 2 p.m. — Small Animal Sale. Grandstand Show — Antique Tractor Pull. ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWAN A.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., VermoAtvIlle VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 — Page 3 Pheromone traps help tack gypsy moths If all is fair in love and war and if Eaton County is indeed at war with the invading gypsy moth, than it’s only fair that traps for monitoring the pest’s spread use a synthetic version of the chemical the female moths use to attract the males for mating. That chemical is called a pheromone. Males follow the scent to specially designed traps, where they get caught in a sticky material. “Scientists and pest managers use pheromone traps to detect new popula­ tions ofgypsy moth or to track the spread of infestations,” explains Patricia Tirrell, Eaton County MSU Extension horticulturist. “ Sometimes large numbers oftraps are us­ ed in a small area to try to trap out and control an isolated Farmers - beware of manure pit dangers * «» I Mb j Ik '^'kksl Mllifofcr k #ii tanW ityRta jsW Ukt ita aiste. total lEtt -TnrtoTniPd E 4B Rtcopita h’1 I^HCta ■I& ,^IsuM More livestock manure pit work-related deaths occur in July than at any other time of the year. Howard J. Doss, Michigan State University Extension agricultural safety leader says the gases found in manure pits pose a major risk to producers and livestock. Manure pit gases — methane, hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide and ammonia — are either toxic of displace oxygen. When sufficiently concentrated in a confined area, such as a manure pit under a livestock building, the gases can kill an unprotected person by suffocation in seconds. The gases can also be explosive, he relates. “Agitation of the manure pit prior to pumping causes a rapid release of the gases that are formed during the decom­ position of the manure,” he says. Manure pits are dangeorus because the gases tend to hover near the surface of the manure when it is agitated prior to pumping. Moreover, the gases can linger in lethal concentrations in the pit after it is partially or completely emptied. Manure pits should not be pumped when winds are calm. Doss says that the most recent fatal accidents occurred when temperatures and humidity were high and there was no wind. Ifpossible, time the manure pumping with the advent of a high pressure weather system which brings moderate to brisk winds to the- area that will help dissipate the gases. Ifthe pit is near or beneath a livestock structure, make sure that animals and humans are out of and away from the structure and the pit before agitation of the manure is started. If mechanical ventilation is used in a livestock building that contains a manure pit, make sure backup power is available in case of an electric power failure. Also have a plan for equipment backup if any part of the ventilating system fails. Do not allow open flame or smoking in the vicinity of the pit as the manure is being agitated and pumped. Methane gas, one of the byproducts of decomposing manure, can be highly ex­ plosive under certain conditions. Do not enter a manure pit, even if there is a mechanical failure. It is best to call the equipment dealer who should have trained and properly equipped service represen­ tatives who can correct the problem. The equipment should be removed from the pit ifrepairs are required. Use a gas testing meter to detect a lack of oxygen or presence of toxic gases prior to working on pumping equipment. No one should enter a manure pit without wearing a self-contained breathing ap­ paratus and a lifeline and harness with adequate retrieval equipment (a hoist, body harness, lifting tri-pod, lifelines, etc.). There must be enough peo­ ple available to make a rescue if something goes wrong. The rescue people should be equipped with a complete self­ contained breathing apparatus and trained in rescue procedures. For Reminder Action-Ads Call 945-9554 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Reach over 27,000 area homes! Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 HI E L ggp< Nashville Ambulance Training Provided Illi 517-852-9661 population. But once an area is infested, trapping doesn’t reduce the population or the feeding damage done by the moth’s larval stage.” The traps are made ofgreen cardboard and looks like a milk carton with a visor on. The pheromone that lures male gypsy moths into the traps is coated on a small piece of paper inside the trap. Traps are usually tied to trees before July 1st and collected by mid-August so the contents can be tallied. “Pheromone traps definite­ ly will not start a new infesta­ tion,” Tirrell says. “The female moths are the ones that lay the eggs for next year’s caterpillars, and they can’t fly and wouldn’t be interested in the pheromone even if they could. An infestation can oc­ cur only when female gypsy moths are present.” If you find a pheromone trap on your property or on public land, Tirrell asks that you leave it undisturbed. “The number of. moths caught in each trap will help scientists locate or track gypsy moth populations,” she says. “Traps are placed in certain patterns and densities to pro­ vide reliable information on moth populations. Losing even a single trap reduces the quality of the data and may result in a lost opportunity to control or limit a new infestation.” Now Open! Country Harvest Diner Owners: Ronald & Margaret Felder Regular Meals - Pizza - Subs Ice Cream - Bakery Coming Soon... Salad Bar - Smorgasbord 189 Main Street, Sunfield 517-566-3100 Featuring: Country Music by the Country Harvest Band Saturdays during the dinner hours �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 — Page 4 L’il Abner’ production planned at Vermontville Opera House Ready for some "down home" entertainment? That Vermontville-based group "The Revue" is at it again, this time preparing for "L'il Abner," which will be on stage, beginning Thursday evening, July 24. Those attending this newest production will think that they're back in the hills somewhere in Tennessee. Ac­ tually, the story takes place in a little town known as "Dog­ patch" where the most impor­ tant event each year is a Sadie Hawkins race. You'll be in stitches as you watch Daisy Mae in pursuit of Abner, the apple of her eye since childhood. This story takes many twists and turns. Will Daisy Mae get her man? Will the Token Berry tonic provide these hillbillies with the stamina needed to save their town, or will Dogpatch be the victim of the A-ton bomb?, "It's a must see, according to all of those involved," said Bill Reynolds, who organized the Revue and has several roles in this musical. "Be sure to put the last week of July on your summer calendar." Tickets for L'il Abner are now on sale. Adults will be admitted for $7, seniors and students for $6 and children for $5. "Little children held by par­ ents are ftee," added Reynolds. "We hope to have a full house." Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, July 24, Friday, July 25, and Saturday, July 26. There are also two af­ ternoon performances planned, one on Saturday and one Sun­ day (July 27) at 2 p.m. Barry County Residents Knowing your community and its people makes youfed "more at home." Hastings Banner ...keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting ‘of all focal government agencies, school activities.sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Banner Hastings "Making Barry County residentsfeel at home „ for over 100 years. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate ’ j\ . \ t Those who have been to prior performances of the Re- Herbert C Yaudes . vue, like "The Music Man" NASHVILLE - Herbert C. will be sure to recognize some familiar faces on stage. Cast Yaudes, 79, of Nashville members include Matt Knoll, passed away Friday, July 4, 1997 at Pennock Hopital in Liz Stanton, Lynn Blakely, Lee Gould, Courtney Ludema, Hastings. He was bom on January 25, Annie Carney, Kyle Curtiss, 1918 in Battle Creek, the son of Bill Mason, Adam Raffler, Emily Gould, Robb Rosin, Calvin and Ethel (Dilno) Ryan Rosin, Rob Brummler, Yaudes. He graduated from Battle Nancy Moore, Dianne Patrick, Creek Central High School in Bill Reynolds, Don Blakely, 1938. Nick Blakely, Kim Knoll, Al­ He married Elaine Toby in lison McLean, Marabeth Gra­ 1938. She passed away in ham, Megann Patrick, Mary 1974. He married Ada Jo Gorsuch, Orvin Moore, Skedgell on January 15, 1977 Janet Valdeck, Sherri in Nashville. Mr. Yaudes was employed Reynolds, Sue Howard, Stan Graham, Lincoln Gorsuch and as custodian supervisor for the Battle Creek Schools, retiring Julia Draper. in 1977. He also had been employed at Eaton Manufac­ turing, Zinn Feed Co., Kendall Hardware and Oliver Corp. He was an avid woodworker and carpenter. He also enjoyed gardening, reading, golf and ♦ ** photography. To be able to use He was also preceded in leisure intelligently will death by his mother and father, be the last product of Calvin and Ethel Yaudes and step-mother, Reva Yaudes. an intelligent civiliza­ Mr. Yaudes is survived by tion. —Bertrand Russell ♦** Time makes more converts than reason. —Thomas Paine ♦** Punctuality is the thief of time. —Oscar Wilde MEMBERS OF BARRY- EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS“ • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar. Nyle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223! .............. 726-1234 NEW LISTING: DOWNTOWN NASH­ Good location on M-66 (Main Street). Ideal for office space or retail - (building size 17x69) - basement and second story. Call Homer for details. (N-70) VILLE STORE BUILDING - NASHVILLE ■ 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - VACANT LAND IN VERMONTVILLE • NICE 3 BED­ LAND CONTRACT TERMS ■ YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.. $9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITE: APPROX. 2 story home, 1 'A baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Give Nyle a call today to see ROOM, Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "nd down" financing. Call Nyle today for showing. 726­ 1234. (N-59) ONE on blacktop road. Nat. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) Obituaries Explore insect management at KBS Field Day Producers interested in lear­ ning system wide insect management strategies are in­ vited to attend the MSU Kellogg Biological Station Field Day, slated for Aug. 6 from 3 p.m. to sunset at the station’s Farming Systems Center at Hickory Comers. ‘ ‘ Landscape-level insect management is a different way to manage insect pests in agriculture,” said Manuel Colunga, KBS research assis­ tant. “We look at the whole landscape in determining how to minimize insect pests and maximize insect predators.” Field day participants will learn how habitat diversity is important to increase beneficial insect populations. “We plan to show the dif­ ferent kinds of beneficial insects that exist in crops, woodlots, and old fields,” Colunga said. The event began at 2:30 p.m. The fanning Systems Center is located on 40th Street, just south of the Kellogg Farm. For registration informa­ tion, call the KBS Extension office at 1-800-521-2619. his wife, Ada; one son, Ronald H. (Wanda) Yaudes of Cary, North Carolina; four step­ daughters, Sue (Phil) Howard of Vermontville, Janet (Bill) Eastman, Nancy (Orvin) Moore and Lynn (Don) Blake­ ly all of Nashville; 20 grand­ children; four great grandchil­ dren; one sister, Margaret (Bob) Woods of Battle Creek; one brother, Bob (Donna) Yaudes of Battle Creek; and Grace M. Marcotte NASHVILLE - Grace M. Marcotte, age 84, ofNashville, passed away Monday, June 30, 1997 at Tendercare of Hastings. Mrs. Marcotte was bom April 10, 1913 in Woodland, the daughter of Marion and Lois (Childs) Swift. She graduated from Woodland High School and attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo. She married Joseph Marcot­ te in Chicago on September 4, 1937. Mrs. Marcotte was a Filing Clerk for Johns/Manville Corporation in Chicago for 20 years. She belonged to the Vermontville Garden Club and the Vermontville Bible Church. She enjoyed reading -and gardening. Mrs. Marcotte was preceded in death by her husband, COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ PLE RIVER FRn^pTE FRn^pT south of Vermor^-O-ftocktop road. Vermor^-O-ftock (VL-65) ROOM HOME IN VERMONTVILLE - NEAR NASHVILLE ■ YOUR CHOICE Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it's too late. 726-1234. (V-58) OF (4) 2-ACRE PARCELS AT Rolling & "tree lined" with "walk-out" sites for building. Call Nyle to discuss lot & home packages. (VL-52) $11,900 EACH!! REMODELED 3 bedroom home with 1 'A baths. This home has a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park-like" setting. Call Nyle for all the details. _(V-69) 50,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Pay • 7 Pays a Week 1 HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles.for Men, Women & Children Hours: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; Thurs. Closed; Fri. 9 am - 3 THKAAHVTAH FiiRiHNAii pm, Sat. 9 am -12 pm Congratulations... You’re Getting Married! You have enough to think about for your wedding, let us help you choose beautiful invitations and accessories. NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 12 Priced at $9,000 and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. k (VL-46) ACRES EACH - IN COUNTRY ON 8H ACRES -1989 manufactured home with walk-out basement. 3 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, 10x64 deck, sets "high" w/country view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 pole barn. Give Homer a call for all the detail?, .(CH-64) UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN -2 VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." ' (V-66) A Joseph August 10, 1982; three brothers, Merle Swift, Fred Swift and Jim Swift and a sister, Bernice Swift She is survived by a son, Fred (Elaine) Marcotte of Glendale Heights, Illinois; a daugthter, Johannah Chmielewski of Norfork, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Thomas Marcotte, Jeff Marcotte, Dennis Chmielews­ ki, Steve Chmielewski Debra Weber and Susan Lambert; six great grandchildren and a sister, Altie Swift of Woodland. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 3, 1997 at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home in Nashville. Burial took place at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Vermont­ ville Bible Church. Reach over ACRE 3 ACRES WITH 700 FT. THORNAP­ several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, July 7, 1997 at the Nashville United Methodist Church with Rev. James L. Hynes officiating. Burial took place at Floral Lawn Cemetery in Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be made to the Nashville United Methodist Church. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley Chapel. Char otte thograph inc. A Division of J-Ad Graphics 144 S. Cochran Ave. • Charlotte, MI (517) 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 THKAHTAHiisciHNcuoreuiui vI �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 — Page 5 Circus brings fun to Charlton Park last week Cotton Candy is always a big treat at the big top. Little Kim Tebo is sharing some of hers with dad while watching the circus. Babies love balloons! Little Alexis Smith of Hastings had a grand time at the cirucs. Looks like her balloon is as big as she is!!! Nothings more fun than a circus!! Last week many area children enjoyed the circus at Charlton Park and one of the most popular things there was the elephant ride. IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS This cowboy had people in stitches at last weeks Circus at Charlton Park. He spent more time off the saddle and under the horse than anything else. The Thornapple Arts Council of Barry County Youth Theatre Guild presents... The Trial of Goldilocks” A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, can make it better! • Tools • Plumbing Electrical • Hardware » Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling Andersen Windows Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning OMETOWN; ‘ J LUMBER YARD at 219 S. State in Nashville 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, 1997 852-0882 at Maple Valley High School �Females Seeking Males J WORTH THE WAIT! Single white female, 58, 4*11*. 130t»., brown haw? eyes, vivacious, enjoys dancing, movies, flea markets and romantic evenings, from Battle Creek area, seeking compassionate single male, 50-65. Ad#. 1735 HEART OF GOLD Bashful, introverted SWF, 30,5'4*. medium buid. brown hair/eyes, enjoys hunting, fishing, camp­ ing, from Ostego area, seeks fun-loving, sincere, family-oriented SWM. Ad#.61O3 COMMITMENT Shy single black Christian female, 37,5’4’, non­ smoker, enjoys church, movies, dining out, home life, seeks honest, caring, affectionate single black Christian male, 40-55. Mti.vm DON’T JUDGE ME... Single black female, 22,57, non-smoker, enjoys dubbing, walks on the beach, amusement parks, football, seeks ks single le mate, m 23-30, who is not a game player. SPECIAL TIMES Slim SWF, 44, 5’2’,110lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys reading, bowling, playing darts and pool, fishing, the outdoors, seeking faithful, spon­ taneous SWM, 35-50, for companionship. Ad#. 1970 WAITING FOR YOU SW mom, 19, 5’3*, medium build, blue-eyed blonde, N/S, looking to meet an accepting SWM, under 23, who likes kids. Ad#.8083 LET’S HANG OUT! Single white mom, 20, 5'7", slim, adventurous, Singl bubbly, smoker, enjoys being with friends, going bubbl to duos, the beach, four-wheeling, seeks fun-lov­ ing, medium-built single white male, 22-26. Ad#.4249 WHY BE ALONE? Slender SW mom, 30, 5’2”, friendly, hobbies are movies, walks, family activities, seeks delightful, fun-loving SWM, 28-40, kids a plus, prefers N/S. Ad#.6792 ROMANTIC SUNSETS Single white female, 50, 5'1’, 130lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, employed, enjoys music, dancing, sports, dining out and more, seeks single ingle white male, 45-55,, non-smoker, no children please. Ad#.8498 SENSITIVE SIDE SW mom, 22, 5'4*, N/S, funny, romantic, employed, seeks self-suffident SBM, 23-35, for long-term relationship. Ad#.1257 PETITE PROFESSIONAL Single white female, 49,5’2*, slim, enjoys travel, movies, cookouts, gardening, dining out, seeks kind, sincere, honest white male, 45-55, who is a non-smoker. Ad#.115O GOOD-NATURED SW mom, 21, 5'5", plump, auburn hair, green eyes, N/S, employed, likes bowling, pool, movies, quiet evenings, seeks SWM, 23-30, N/S, who enjoys kids. Ad#.1528 MY BEATING HEART Bright DW mom, 34, 5'8”, heavyset, N/S, enjoys animals, camping, fishing, quiet times, seeks self­ confident, employed, tall, witty SWM, 18-45, N/S. Ad#.471O ARE YOU KEEN? Medium-built SWF, 19, 5'1", redhead, green eyes, N/S, enjoys shooting pool, partying, danc­ ing, seeks outgoing SM, 19-29, to share fun times with. Ad#.7781 WHO KNOWS? SWF, 49,5’3", N/S, likes walking, the beach, sun­ sets, car shows, flea markets, travel, seeks SWM, to spend quality time with. Ad#.2453 SOUND APPEALING Single white female, 40, 5’5", non-smoker, edu­ cated, enjoys music, dancing, the outdoors, con­ certs, gardening seeks loyal, sensitive, single white male, under 40. Ad#.95O8 HER KIND OF GUY? Singl white female, 18,5'6", slim, smoker, non­ Single drink er, actively into sports, looking for a humor­ ous, medium-built single male, 18-22. Ad#.1119 SOMEONE SPECIAL FOR ME SW mom, 35, 5T", brownish-blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys fishing, outdoor sports, seeks dependable SWM, 30-40, who likes children. dependab Ad#.5261 POSITIVE OUTLOOK Divorced white mom, 34,5’5", auburn hair, green eyes, easygoing, independent, enjoys bike nding, rollerblading, music, skiing, skating, seeks medium-built single white male, under 45. Ad#.4663 Ad#.4 CAREFREE SPIRIT SWF, 18, 57, 10Olbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, shy, happy, likes to party, ride horses, work on cars, lifting weights, seeks high-spirited, compat­ ible SM, 18-19, for possible relationsnip. Ad#,4465 HONESTY A MUST! SW mom, 38, 5’3", personable, not flamboyant, enjoys camping, walks in the woods, the lake, in search of patient, dependable SWM, 38-45, dads welcome. Ad#. 1329 CURIOUS CAT Heavyset SWF, 19, 5'1", N/S, employed, likes alternative music, theater, movies, cats, seeking SWM, 18-27, with similar interests, for possible relationship. Ad#.5008 CHANCE IT! Single white female, 39, 5’2", brown hair, hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys dancing, movies, cud­ dling, seeks romantic, caring, trustworthy single male, 3545. Ad#. 2812 A GIVER NOT A TAKER Slim single white Christian female, 56, 5'4", 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys motorcy­ cle riding, ing, dancing, picnicking, traveling seeking single white whi Christian male, 50-60, to cuddle with. Ad#.1758 A FRIENDLY GAL Slim SW mom, 35,5*, 11 Olbs., blue-eyed blonde, enjoys dining out, country music, motorcycles, movies, seeking SWM, 34-45, for fun relationship. Ad#.1642 HOLD MY HAND Professional SWF, 49,5'4", medium build, greeneyed blonde, people person, loves beach walks, biking, rollerblading, seeks honest, open, caring SWM, N/S, 46-58, for fun times. Ad#.3015 QUIET SUNSETS S le white mom, 39, 5’4", 120lbs., brown eyes, non-smoker, occasional drinker, enjoys outdoor activities, plays, comedies, seeks si white male, 3542. Ad#.2758 SEE WHERE IT GOES SW mom, 29,5'11", heavyset, shy at times, occa­ sional drinker, would like to share fun times with a tall SWM, over 29. Ad#. 1126 THE JOYS OF LIFE Nice single white female, 38,5'7", medium build, reddish-orown hair, enjoys family gathering gatherings, kids, softball, bowling, seeks single white male male, 35-43. Ad#. 1625 JUST MOVED HERE SWF, 20, 5'6", medium build, long brown hair, green eyes, enjoys partying, dancing, music and shopping, seeks SWM, 23-29. Ad#.1477 NEW KID IN TOWN! Divorced white female, 46, 5’5", 118lbs., enjoys baseball, spring flowers, flea markets, barbe­ cues, seeks romantic, educated, self-confident single white male, 45-51. Ad#.8811 BABY FACE Single white female, 21, 5'3", 120lbs., short brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys writing poetry, singing, line dancing, seeks goalgoal-oriented, outspoken single male. Ad#.5657 ELEGANT Professional DNAF, 52, enjoys painting, reading, taking walks, genealogy, seeks honest, loyal SM, for relationship. Ad#.1837 I BELIEVE IN RESPECT Single white female, 31,5’10", full-figured, brown hair, blue eyes, sociable, enjoys sports, s walks, biking, seeks gentle, open, loving single male. Ad#.2438 YOU NEVER KNOW! Athletic SWF, 32, 5'4", brown hair, green eyes, kind, sensitive, sociable, self-employed, likes col­ lectibles, seeks laid-back, numerous SM. Ad#. 1076 VERY LOVABLE POSITIVE ATTITUDE THE TIME IS NOW HONEST & RELIABLE BEST OF TIMES SWF, 27, 57. brown hair, hazel eyes, nice and friendly, employed, enjoys skating, crafts, bowling, horsebackk riding, seeking well-groomed, caring, nice SCM. Ad# .2525 Single white female, 39,57,135bs, professional, enjoys camping, swimming, the beach, traveling, gardening, seeks loyal, sincere, loving, romantic single male. Ad# 2439 Single white dad, 38, 5'6", brown hair/eyes, enjoys yard work, being with his children, seeking caring, compassionate, - trustworthy single female. SWM, 35, 6'2’, 180lbs„ smoker, non-drinker, enjoys softball, science fiction, tropical fish, seeks truthful, sincere SWF, 28-35, childless preferred. Ad#.1961 DW dad, 35, 5’4", 130lbs., brown hair, green eyes, outgoing, employed, likes the outdoors, children, sports,, seeking employed, outgoing, caring SF, for long term relationship. Ad#.3400 TREAT ME RIGHT SHOW YOUR FEELINGS Single white female, 27, 5’9", 105lbs., long hair, blue eyes, loving, kind, enjoys spending time t with children, dancing, traveling, seeking afffectionate, caring single male. Ad#. 4004 CIRCLE THIS AD! Single white mom, 18,57, short brown hair/eyes, enjoys crocheting, music, seeking nice, sensitive Single white male, 47, 6’, T85lbs., occasional drinker, enjoys tennis, movies, dandng, evening bike rides, seeks slender or medium-built, non­ smoking single white female, 38-49. Ad# .2659 BE THERE FOR ME TAKE TIME FOR ME SWF, 20,5'5", 120tos.,, enjoys walking, being in the park, biting, seeks kind,caring, compassionate SM, for quality relationship. Ad#.1214 Outstanding SW mom, 40,5’10", 160!bs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jogging, walking, time with kids, sports, seeking SM who likes kids. Ad#.4040 OPEN & HONEST Bubbly single white female, 45, hair, hazel el eeyes, professional, shooting poof, swimming, the seeks cariring, understanding, male. MXTM single male, for possible relationship. Ad#.2379 57", long blonde enjoys dancing, outdoors, racing, charming single CAREER-ORIENTED Single white female, 20, 57,11 Olbs. tong blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys modeling, fashion shows, dining out, dubs, dancing, singing, seeks non-jealous, honest single male. Ad#.3853 DATING OR MORE? LAID-BACK & TONGUE-TIED Medium-built SWF, 52, blue-eyed blonde, commu­ nicative, enjoys reading, music, travel, roller-skatroller-skat­ iing, race cars, seeks similar SM, who is smoke and dnnk-free. Ad#.8669 Single white female, 20,5’5”, 115lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys dandng, partying, good times, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. Ad#.6594 SUCCESS & ROMANCE Fun single white female, 27, blue-eyed blonde, quiet at times, employed, likes long walks on the beach, horseback riding, seeks honest single male. Ad#.1234 RELATIONSHIP Caring, honest, sincere single white female, 35, 5’10", auburn hair, hazel eyes, likes swimming, walking, biking, quiet times, seeks employed Single male, with same qualities. Ad#.9O11 CARING PEOPLE PERSON Outgoing, friendly SWF, 36,5'6", blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, employed, enjoys walks, craft shows, movies, seeks sensitive, communicative SM.Ad#.5171 FUN TO BE WITH Open-minded SWF, 18, 57, blue-eyed blonde, student, likes rollerblading, cruising, ice skating, seeks SM, with similar.interests. Ad#.1616 Ad#.2O21 TRUE LOVE Single white male, 45,57,145fbs., creative, likes being with his daughter, plays, music, reading, cooking, nature; seeks single white female. ONE WITH NATURE Ad#. 1286 Attractive SW dad, 29, 6’, 185lbs., medium build, enjoys sports, camping, canoeing, seeks attractive, trim, employed d SW mom, 22-25, for possible relarela­ tionship. Ad#.935O 935O FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY Single white male, 23, 6’4", 21 Olbs., brown hair, green eyes, shy, reserved, enjoys sports, outdoor activities, dandng, music, seeks slender, honest, fun-loving single white female, 21-32. Ad#. 1973 I’M NEW TO THE AREA Fit single white mate, 43,6’, blue-eyed blond, non­ smoker, light drinker, college educated, enjoys jazz, movies, tennis, seeks non-smoking single white female, 3543. Ad#.8750 LOVE TO BE HELD? SWM, 41, 5'8", smoker, enjoys time with his sons, camping, fishing, long walks, billiards, rock 'n roll, bowling, seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 28-41. MY LOOKS ARE PLEASANT Single white male, 46, 6’2”, medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, commitment-minded, seeks single white female, 3545, no head games please. Ad#. 1880 . Ad#.2425 RENDEZVOUS WITH ME Single white male, 46, 5’8", 160lbs., congenial health professional, enjoys the outdoors, get­ aways, quality conversations, music and more, seeking younger, fit, sodal, fun single female, who someday wants a family. Ad#.6651 DON’T HESITATE Single white male, 49,6’, 164lbs_, long hair, smok­ er, enjoys motorcyding, seeks single white female, for friendship arid fun. Ad#.4292 CALL THIS ADI । Employed SWF, 29, 5’3’, blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys hunting, camping, fishing, seeks trustwor­ thy, respectful SM, with a good sense of humor. INQUISITIVE Medium-built SWM, 40, 5’8", blue eyes, mellow, conservative, likes astronomy, hiking, biking, movies, travel, seeks honest, compassionate SF. Ad#. 1999 Single white male, 50, 6’1", 220Ibs?, non-smoker, enjoys walks in the woods, camping, hiking, the beach, cards, chess, dandng, seeks strong single white female. Ad#.375O LIKES TO CHAT! LOVE OF KIDS JUST BE YOURSELF! Single white mate, 44, 6’1", 180ibs., sandy brown iteir, bluish-green eyes, enjoys dining out, sports, movies, socializing, seeks easygoing single white female, 2540. Ad#.11O5 SWM, 26,5T1”, medium build, smoker, occasional drinker, seeks SF,-26-40, who likes swimming, fish­ ing, skating, tong walks and romantic movies. Ad#.42O2 VERY BUSY MAN Divorced white male, 36,6'1", medium build, smok­ er, likes cookouts, camping, garage sales and the races, seeks single white female, 26-46, for com­ panionship. Ad#.1465 NO WORRIES Outgoing SHF, 18, 5’4", 120lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys writing, reading, seeks energetic SM, for friendsnip, ndsnip, possible relationship. Ad#.5555 WARM & FRIENDLY IS IT YOU? Employed single black mom, 31, 5'5", medium build, Drown hair, enjoys biking, exercising, bowling, time with daughter, seeks caring, understand­ ing single male. Ad#.8667 Single white dad, 38, 5'9", 170lbs., smoker, finan­ cially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single w white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 HAS INTEGRITY BIG MAN...BIG HEART Outgoing single white female, 41, 5'4", 125lbs., redoish-brown hhair, green eyes, student, enjoys reading, time with ith children, animals, seeks honest, caring, dedicated single male. Ad#.4178 Compassionate single white male, 49, 5'11", auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, dining out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, understanding single female, who will be there for him. Ad#.5238 ALMOST PERFECT KIDS WELCOME Single white female, 38, 5'4", 117lbs., brown-eyed brunette, caring, sensitive, low-keyed, likes cookouts, camping, dancing, talking, seeks calm, sincere, honest, communicative single male. Ad#.1215 Single white male, 32,5’11", brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, likes fishing, motorcycling, videos, seeks caring, romantic single/dlvorced white female, 23­ 36. Ad#.6915 VERY ATHLETIC TIME TO TALK! Single white female, 28, 5'9”, 125lbs., humorous, serious, employed, enjoys weightlifting, movies, reading, seeks spunky, fun-loving single male. Ad#.1413 Laid-back SWM, 39, 6'3", employed, likes fishing, quiet evenings by the lake or river, seeks fun-loving SF, to 30. Ad#.5474 A FRESH START Single white male, 48,6', 200lbs., blue eyes, smok­ er, outgoing, enjoys cooking, garage sales, movies, seeks old-fasnioned, employed single white female, 35-48. Ad#.3844 INTERESTING Single white mom, 42, 5’4", 140lbs., brown hair, quiet, caring, employed, enjoys family times, cook­ ing, gardening, dining out, movies, seeks committed single Christian male. Ad#.1593 to be in love. THE LOVE BOAT Energetic SWF, 54, 5'2", blonde hair, employed, enjoys the beach, biking, dining out, movies, TV, sports, seeks outgoing, honest SM, under 55, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2468 RESCUE MY HEART Slim single white male, 40,5’6", 150lbs., blue-eyed blond, employed, enjoys the outdoors, seeks attractive, slim single white female, 25-41, for honest relationship. Ao#.2424 BASED ON TRUST OPEN FEELINGS I ■ Single white female, 33, 5'6", brown hair, hazel eyes, honest, employed, enjoys horseshoes, d/ag racing, seeks emotionally, financially stable single male.Ad#.9797 Single white male, 26, 5’10", smoker, honest, ’ enjoys the outdoors, fishing. NASCAR, seeks slim. Atrutnful, childless single white female, 21-31. ,Ad#.4O..O...1 ^Single white dad, 28,5’11", non-smoker, enjoys ^fishing, movies, NASCAR and more, seeking R earing, trustworthy, attractive single white .female, under 30, with a slender build. ► Ad#.1228 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, likes bowling, camping, seeks honest, well-groomed, kind, caring, mature SM. Ad#.9O12 CHARMING LADY \ \ \ \ , nA \ ONE WHITE ROSE ONE WHITE ROSE ANYTHING IN COMMON? * /h/xjyl\jly)Oft Single white mom, 27, 5’6", full-figured, employed, hobbies are reading, football, boxing, basketball, seeks loving, caring, sensitive single male. Ad#.8994 (/ xa v wpVw he cv® cv®’’Loats Oft pet ACCEPT CHANGE A w3a0l.k As,dHs.e9e4k0s8 medium-built SWF, under X > ^©DRM1G97 Big-hearted single white female, 45, plus size, likes evening fishing, cooking, sewing, reading, crafts, a little of everything, seeks respectful, courteous, non-dominating single male. Ad#.8993 dad--. 2.4> 5’10’--, s,in?> brown hair/eyes, y, kind, sensitive, romantic, N/S, professionenjoys sPorts' sPorts motorcycling, beach BREATH OF FRESH AIR Fun SWM, 39,5’11”, 170lbs., slim, honest, enjoys camping, the lake, partying, nightclubs, the races, seeks truthful, slender SWF, 18-35, for great times. Ad#.5557 VOLUPTUOUS! GOOD STUFF! SBF, 47, 5'6”, salt and pepper hair, fun-loving, enjoys reading, bowling, macrame, dining out, seeks romantic, church-going SM, to spend the rest of her life with. Ad#.2314 SWM, 20, 5’10", slim, brown hair, blue eyes, likes watching the Redwings, hunting, drinking, partying, seeks SWF, 22 or younger. Ad#. 1740 QUITE PERSON The Meeting 1 Place LOVES THE SUN SWF, 27,5’9", 135lbs., long dark brown hair/eyes, employed, enjoys bike riding, the bead), music, tong rides, zoos, museums, seeks SM, who enjoys life.Ad#.6923 ROMANTIC Single white female, 30, 57, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes read­ ing, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#.1966 ENJOY MY FAMILY RESPECT ME SH mom, 21, stocky, black hair, brown eyes, sensi­ tive, loving, enjoys reading, crossword puzzles, word-search, seeks family-oriented, sensitive SM. Ad#. 1543 TIME TO SETTLE DOWN Single white female, 33, 5'3", tong brown hair, enjoys karate, exercising, taking walks, horseback riding, seeks caring, responsible single.male. Ad#.2828 Professional SWM, 39, 6’, likes dandng, billiards, volleyball, movies, walking, photography, seeks SWF, under 39, N/S, who wants to start a family. Ad#.2175 ENJOYS TOGETHERNESS MENTALLY SOUND ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 50, 5’4”, 135lbs., fun-loving, professional, enjoys golf, college football, movies, travel,'seeks witty, honest, well-educated single male.Ad#.6148 Single white female, 45, 5’5", brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, employed, enjoys reading, embroidery, seeks personable, humorous single mate. Ad#. 1245 SHARE SOME JOY DIVORCED MOM Single white female, 37, queen-sized, enjoys crocheting and needlepoint, seeks trustworthy, honest, loyal single male, to become friends with. Ad#.3355 Fun-loving, employed white female, 37, 5’5", blonde hair, hazel eyes, likes movies, dancing, country music, time with her children, seeking kind, honest, sincere, fun-loving single male. Ad#.4192 SWM, 19, 5’5", smoker, non-drinker, seeks medi­ um-built SWF, 18-28, for possible relationship. Ad#.8267 1 SWM, 43, 5’9", medium build, enjoys car repair, rock-n-roll music, the outdoors, seeking fun-loving SWF, 3345, medium build, forr possible relationrelation­ ship. Ad#.2276 DON’T BE AFRAID Males Seeking Females Single white female, 21,5’9", 130lbs., light brown hair, blue ue eyes, employed, enjoys dancing, singing, nature walks, seeks nonest, goal-oriented single male. Ad#.111O HIT THE JACKPOT! Single white dad, 47, 5’11", non-smoker, enjoys movies, plays, outdoor activities, spending time at home, seeks slim, adventurous, communicative single white female, 38-52. Ad#.125O HAVE FUN FOREVER YOUNG SOCIABLE TYPE WE’LL TALK MOREI Single black female, 28, tall, down-to-earth, enjoys working out, socializing with friends, movies, sports, seeks honest, intelligent, funny, crazy single male. Ad#. 1225 Good-humored SWM, 37,5’5", heavyset, N/S, likes hunting, car races, picnics, walks, fishing, movies, walks, seeks SWF, under 45. Ad#.4444 NEW KID IN TOWN THINK YOU SHOULD CALL! Bubbly, spontaneous single white female, 26,5’8", 100lbs., blue-eyed blonde, enjoys travel, dandng, movie, kids, seeks interesting, fun-loving single male. Ad#.3003 SWM, 37, 5’9", enjoys hunting, fishing, the great outdoors, seeks humorous SWF, 25-38, who is a N/S, and a non-drinker. Ad#.8935 Single, white male, 29, 5’8", 150lbs., brown haii/eyes, enjoys sports, travel, leisure activities, in search of an attractive, petite single white female, 21-35, who is fun to be around. Ad#.966O LET’S MEET FOR COFFEE SWM, 26, 6’, 200lbs., blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium build, N/S, enjoys rollerblading, the race track, dandng, seeks flexible, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 BABY BLUES Single white mom, 20, 5’3", 120lbs., short brown hair, enjoys dandng, dining out, movies, time with kids, seeks honest single male, who's fun to be around. Ad#.1202 END MY SEARCH Q1uiet, fun-loving single white mom, 40, 5’5", 160lbs., enjoys movies. Bingo, country music, camping, seeks honest single male, with common interests. Ad#.5541 SHY AT TIMES Friendly SWF, 29, tall, slim, dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseback riding, quiet nights at home, the beach, reading, movies, seeking romantic, honest, trustworthy SM, similar interests. Ad#. 1968 PROFESSIONAL Spontaneous divorced white female, 38, 5'8", fit,, likes sports, skiing, fishing, boating, dandng, aero­ bics, seeks fun, adventurous single white mate, for soul mate. Ad#.9O55 LIVE & LEARN Physically challenged SB mom, 29,5’1”, curly hair, quiet-natured, shy, enjoys camping, horses, es, fa family times, seeks honest, faithful, open-minded SM. Ad#. 1293 HAPPY FACE Full-figured single white female, 36, 5’9”, short brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys cooking, sewing, decorating, concerts, seeks sincere, honest, loyal single male. Ad#. 1206 SLOW DANCING... Single white female, 23, 5'8", 130lbs„ blue-eyed blonde, spontaneous, enjoys fitness, modeling, partying, the wilderness, seeks non-jealous, honest single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 PRETTY LADY INITIALLY SHY Perky, y, fun,, outgoing g g single g black female,, 37,5 , ’7”, black hair, brown eyes, pleasant, loves reading, walks in the rain, seeks honest, cheerful single male. Ad#.5060 Single white mom, 30, 5’4", medium build, blue­ eyed blonde, enjoys shopping, movies, the beach, miniature golf, seeks understanding, caring single male. Ad#.1O24 FESTIVE ROMANTIC NATURE SWF, 27, nice and friendly, employed, enjoys dancing, car racing, horseback riding, bowling, watching TV, seeking nice, caring, fun-loving, energetic, kind SM. Ad#.223O Single white female, 49,5'4", light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, communicative, self-employed, enjoys line dandng, andng, crafts, gardening, seeking sensitive, caring, ng, humorous single male. Ad#.4852 1 All you need to know ■j^ To place an ad by recording your voice greeting call 1-800-558-4394, enter ■►option 1,24 hours a day! Shy single black Christian male, 42,6’4", educated, non-smoker, non-drinker, enjoys studying the Bible, spo sports, movies, seeking single black female, 3040, forr friendship. Ad#.995O CALL ME FIRST Single white male, 43, 6’2", enjoys rollerblading, bike riding, ing, the outdoo outdoors, seeking single white female, 37-44. Ad#.3637 SHARE NIGHTS OUT Funny, witty SWM, 18, 6’2", medium build, N/S, employed, enjoys football, spending his money on one nice woman, seeks friendly SWF, 18-25, N/S. Ad#.5O5O CAREFREE Medium-built single black male, 39, 6’1", profes­ sional, likes travel, movies, dining out, seeks hon­ est, attractive single female, 20-40, non-smoker, for dating only. Ad#.5363 SINGLE PARENT Single white male, 37, 6', dark hair, hazel eyes, employed, has two teens, 14 and 17, enjoys time with children, automoblies, music, quiet times, seeks single female, with similar interests, for com­ panionship, possible relationship. Ad#.4363 GREAT QUALITIES Single black male, 19,5'2", down-to-earth, commu­ nicative, enjoys seeks humorous, trustworthy, slim single white feipale, 18-21. Ad#.7777 TELL ME ABOUT YOU! Single white male, 43,5’6", 170lbs., self-employed, loves travel, water skiing, Harleys, dancing, seeks single female, 28-40. Ad#.7744 A GREAT CATCH! Single white male, 19, 5’10", 155lbs., blond hair, green eyes, humorous, kind, enjoys sports, motor­ cycles, cles, time with son, the outdoors, seeks slim sinsin­ gle female. Ad#.3978 ENCOURAGING SBM, 30, 57, enjoys playing golf, tennis, walks, movies, seeks SWF, 25+, to share life with. Ad#.41O9 CAN WE TALK? Medium-built SBM, 35, 6', smoker, light drinker, nice, considerate, kind, seeks medium-built SWF, of any age. Ad#.8888 WARM-HEARTED Single white male, 21, smoker, light drinker, seeks special single white female, of any age, physique not important Ad#.7157 . To listen to ads or leave your message call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 1 for our new automated interview, or option 2. . To listen to messages, call 1-800-558-4394, enter option 2, once every 7 days forin int ■FREE, or call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4, anytime. LET’S HEAR FROM YOU Medium-built single, white male, 35, 6’, enjoys motorcycling, playing cards, movies, seeks honest single white female, 30-34, for possible relationrelation­ ship. Ad#.1854 WALK WITH ME To listen to or, leave a message for your Suitable System Matches call ■1-900-860-2104, -900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4. 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Male H Hispanic WW Widowed Double Dater TELL ME ALL SWM, 48, good personality, enjoys fishing, camp­ ing, the outdoors, seeking nice, Kind, personable, loving SF.Ad#.3217 Single white male, 21, 5’10", 185lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, humorous, employed, hobbies consist of sports, seeks goal-mindeo, nice single female. Ad#.1030 your ad was deleted, re-record your voice greeting, remembering NOT to use a ■fcordless phone. Also, please do NOT use vulgar language or leave your last name, w address, or telephone number. M Husky SW dad, 40, 6', N/S, occasional drinker, enjoys the beach, bicycling, motorcycles, fishing, snowmobiling, seeks SF, 3045. Ad#.4747 B C S NA Black Divorced D Christian W White Single N/S Non-smoker Native American Service provided, by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 F A Female Asian IB REMEMBER THIS AD! Honest single white male, 23, brown hair/eyes. likes movies, concerts, Amy Grant wishes to meet caring, honest respectful single female. Ad#.4849 DON’T HESITATE! Nice-looking SWM, 22, 6*2’, 130lbs., friendly, self-employed, likes computers, basketball, danc­ ing, beach walks, time with friends, seeks outgoing, honest mature SF. Ad#.2626 MELLOW FELLOW Laid-back SWM, 18, 67, 165lb.s, brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, hunting, working on cars, seeks SF, with a good sense of humor. Ad#2700 CHARMING & WITTY Hardworking SWM, 32, 5’4", physically fit, black hair, hobbies indude sports, billiards, car racing, seeks trustworthy, dependable, caring, sincere SF.Ad#.4392 ROMANTIC MOMENTS Single white mate, 25, 5’10", 160lbs., brown hair/eyes, humorous, employed, enjoys softball, poetry, and sunsets, seeking sensitive, caring single female. Ad#.5190 PERKY PERSON Easygoing SWM, 42,6’, 190lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys hiking, biking, animals, seeks honest, trustworthy, romantic SR long-term relationship. Ad#.5955 A GOOD LIFE Easygoing SWM, 43, 5’11", 190lbs., employed, enjoys camping, boating, cars, dining out the outdoors, seeks honest loyal, good-looking SF. Ad#. 1029 GOOD MORALS Single white male, 45,6’, 155lbs.; well-balanced, enjoys music, golf, reading, home repair, seeks honest loving, supportive single female, to share life with. Ad#.1271 GOAL-ORIENTED Hardworking SWM, 35,6’1", 195lbs., brown hair, green eyes, employed, enjoys four-wheeling, working ing on cars, models, seeks honest kind, sin sin-­ cere SF. Ad#.4665 PUPPY LOVE Single white male, 26, 6', 180lbs., brown curly hair, good-humored, enjoys alternative folk, trav­ el, classic movies, singing, seeks honest, fun-lov­ ing single female. Ad#.7825 GOOD QUALITIES Easygoing SWM, 34, 5'10", brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys collecting antiques, exer­ cising, seeks polite, honest caring, sincere SCF, must be N/S, non-drinker. Ad#.4188 JOY OF LIFE! Witty SWM, 39, 5'8*, 290lbs., employed, enjoys motorcydes, tong drives, race cars, seeks hon­ est attractive SF. Ad#.963O GOOD CHARACTER? SWM, 26, 5’10", 200lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing at times, fairly reserved, likes fishing, boating, seeks fun-lovfng SF, with some common interests. Ad#.8948 EASYGOING Single white mate, 58, friendly, likes country music, dining out the outdoors, car shows, danc­ ing, traveling, seeking honest personable single female, who loves to travel. Ad#.3868 ANYTHING IN COMMON? SWM, 49, 6’, 195lbs., dean-cut fit fun, warm, romantic, self-employed, likes watching sports, the beaches, auto racing, travel, seeks attractive, contented, fit, cheerful SF. Ad#.8989 LAST OF THE GOOD GUYS Kind, professional SWM, 46, 5’9", 165lbs., dark hair/eyes, enjoys biking, movies, driving around, seeking gregarious, easygoing, compatible SF. Ad#.6732 ACTIVE LIFESTYLE SWM, 45, honest, loyal, employed, enjoys sports, church, kids, seeks faithful, friendly SCF, N/S, who is not a game player. Ad#.157O HOME EVERY NIGHT Flexible, outgoing SW dad, 33, 5'10", 165lbs., brown hair, employed, hobbies are horses, fish­ ing, family times, seeks active, sensible, fun-lov­ ing SF.Ad#.1217 ENERVATED SWM, 35, 6’1", 195lbs„ energetic, romantic, employed, likes monster trucks, hunting, seeks sincere, honest goal-oriented, kind, truthful, play­ ful SF.Ad#.1724 DEVELOP A LIFE? Single white male, 36, 5'11", 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, mellow, employed, likes hunting, fish­ ing, photography, canoeing, seeks employed, loyal, caring single female. Ad#.1111 CAN YOU COOK? Single white male, 57,6', 200lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, loves country music, boat­ ing, bonfires, animals, seeks honest, caring sin­ gle female. Ad# .4855 VERY POLITE Caring SWM, 30,57,190lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys football, horseback riding, bowling, bil­ liards, seeks thoughtful SF, to share ideas about life with. Ad#.736§ HAS POTENTIAL Adventurous SWM, 24,5’11”, 140lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, open-minded, enjoys beach activi­ ties, travel, jet skiing, seeks attractive, slender, funSF. Ad#.2112 I’LL BE THERE Educated, dependable SWM, 40, 57, 185lbs., brown hair, blue-green eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, gardening, traveling, eling, seeks caring, lovable, romantic SE Ad#.5112 MY BIG HEART Outspoken SWM, 26,140lbs., cheerful, comical, employed, hobbies are horses, fixing cars, nature walks, the stars, seeks honest employed SWF. Ad#.4512 LIKE TO SMILE? Single white male, 38,5’10", 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys boating, traveling, playing cards, seeks attractive single female, with various interests. Ad#.8596 TRANQUILITY Single white male, 42, 57, 145lbs., brown hair/eyes, caring, romantic, employed student, enjoys walks, movies, working on cars, seeing honest, loyal single female. Ad#.7764 GOOD FEELINGS Friendly single white male, 42, 5'8", 160lbs., employed, enjoys reading, taking walks, stock car racing, music, seeks affectionate single female, with a positive attitude. Ad#.7658 GENTLE SPIRIT Quiet, easygoing SWM, 50, 5'8", 160lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys fishing, hunting, rollerblad­ ing, swimming, seeking honest, faithful, communicative SF.Ad#.9959 LOTS IN COMMON? Single Hispanic male, 35, 6’1", 210lbs., black hair, brown eyes, quiet at first, employed student, likes reading, cooking, movies, walking, seeks caring, honest, sensitive, single female. Ad#.9292 . INDEPENDENT SWM, 18, 5'11", brown hair, blue eyes, self­ employed, student, likes the outdoors, bowling, pool, •movies, seeks sincere, honest SF, who is looking for a relationship. Ad#.8818 STABLE & SECURE Compassionate SBM, 40,5'6", 175lbs, muscular, black hair, professional, enjoys camping, movies, evening walks, seeks honest, independent SF. Ad#.1414 . A CUT ABOVE LIFELONG PAL Single white male, 46, 5'8", 200lbs., blue-eyed blond, laid-back, enjoys scuba diving, horseback riding, woodcarving, seeks sensitive, mature, funloving48s0i0ngle female, for committed relationship. Ad#. SWM, 61,5’6”, 200lbs., easygoing, retired, never had the time for hobbies, he was always working, seeks dear-thinking, pleasant SF, for companion. Ad#.35OO - LIKES A GOOD JOKE! Single white male, 31, 5’11", brown hair, blue eyes, honest, outgoing, adventurous, enjoys the outdoors, motorcydes, cars, seeks truthful, romantic single female. Ad#.3514 Good-humored single white male, 33,5'10", brown hair, blue eyes, enjovs NASCAR, fishing, dining out, dancing, home life, seeks honest, open-minded single female. Ad#.7534 NO ARGUMENT! Muscular SBM, 23,5’5", short hair, fun to be with, enjoys sports, movies, seeks personable SF, who is perfect for him. Ad#.2317 SOMEONE SPECIAL ON THE LEVEL Single white male, 30,5'11", 185lbs., brown hair, green eyes, witty, open-minded, employed, enjoys fishing, sports, seeks open, honest single �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday, July 8. 1997 — Page 9 Easy Entertaining HORIZON » SV &©l8 t 5§^S L 5 5?s> ?&,.s^s&s>i>« &^si,« $r>^ S^*f u L SSSf uLgSf gSfe *S *•«*•• a S?,»^ fet **'>•*S>*; st *'•*>* *»u’« * •jjj 'f*•i'»- us^'i u,^ *.*S*>ta* .**S«IMj * *' **«IMj * ••• * ‘‘ >S?* * »W W, W,®'*S ®'*S jt'SK. ’ "-KX -KX , «MU / l» „••«•«/ ■» *J"*Xh •"VUK \ «®W! I nt'jWtiita. u MMaiH T ' <«»au < ‘nrH The Joy Of Casual Entertaining (NAPS)—In our busy lives, few social occasions are as rewarding as a casu­ al meal at home with good friends or with people we’d like to know better. Don’t be put off by the idea of entertaining because it’s too much work or that you don’t have room for a sit-down dinner. The fun and camaraderie of casual entertaining can far outweigh the effort it takes. The thought that you made any effort at all makes most people feel good and it is the thought that counts. To make it easy on your­ self, consider the following tips for easy entertaining: • Keep the group small. •Choose menus that don’t, require more than an hour’s preparation, or select main dishes you can make ahead oftime and reheat. • Rely on quality conve­ nience products to lighten your work load. Items such as canned pineapple are easy to keep on hand and ready to use at a moment’s notice. Pineapple adds a completely different sweet/ tart flavor to a variety of dishes. You can swirl drained crushed pineapple, curry powder and chopped chives into softened cream cheese for an appetizer spread, or turn canned pineapple into a cake or ice cream topping for dessert. • Don’t worry about hav­ ing a squeaky clean house. As long as it’s neat, that’s fine. Lower the lights and use Jots of candles and nobody will notice the dust on the bookshelves. • Even a simple bunch of flowers makes the table festive. ,_ EJU? unaeewtr tmfw ■ ?’t ««»'i*«» ■■w«>u ■■w«> u >■<6 HM BW*W* ■5 *fflM I*I I MtfM*" ’ IIU»« IU . S­ S-fiS gT rs r, •sss; »*!S? t» £ r **<,» Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BAY WASH PRESSURIZED power cleaning. Servicing west­ ern Michigan. For your free esti­ mate call 616-891-2319. ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Photo courtesy of Dole’ Consumer Food Center Sure to please and easy to make, try these delicious Grilled Vegetable Burritos. This delicious Grilled Vegetable Burritos recipe is easy to make and sure to please. Serve with tossed salad, blue corn chips, gua­ camole and a refreshing tropical iced tea. GRILLED VEGETABLE BURRITOS . Prep: 20 min. Makes: 6' servings 1 can (20 oz.) Dole Pineapple Chunks 1/2 cup light sour cream 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro 3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1/2 medium eggplant, peeled and juliennesliced 1 Dole Red or Green Bell Pepper, cut into julienne slices 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced 6 (8-inch) flour tortillas 3 cups (12 oz.) shred­ ded pepper Jack cheese, or Monterey Jack cheese • Drain pineapple; re­ serve 1/4 cup juice. •Stir sour cream, re­ served juice and cilantro in small bowl; set aside. Stir oil and garlic in another small bowl; set aside. •Arrange pineapple, eggplant, bell pepper, zuc­ chini and onion on lightly greased baking sheet; brush with garlic mixture. Broil for 7 to 10 minutes brushing often with garlic mixture, until vegetables are tender-crisp. • Reduce oven tempera­ ture to 350°F. Divide pine­ apple and vegetables evenly among each tortilla; top with cheese. Fold tortilla, sides over; roll up. Place burritos on baking sheet. • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Serve.burritos with sour cream mixture. Garnish with salsa and sliced avo­ cado, ifdesired. Per serving: 480 calo­ ries, 27g fat (11g sat.), 67mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate, 20g protein *“®0 m "■kaniaa mspniat , lim We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. SCREENED SAND: Swim­ ming pool and beaches. $2.00 per yard-loaded. Screened fill sand, $1.25 per yard-loaded. Screened top soil, $8.00 per yard. Minimum $15.00. Pennock Stone and Gravel, Inc. 733 S. Durkee (M-66) Nashville, MI. 517-852-2490__________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - gg T ‘•fa Dixie Brand Vickie Morrison Joan Shanafelt Jim & Rhea Ferrier Broker/ Builder Office Manager Realtor/Consultant Zella Rice Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant 517-726-1100 517-543-9925 517-852-0863 517-852-9414. 517-485-2708 — RESIDENTIAL — — FARMS — FOR TIME CONSCIOUS FAMILY - Low maintenance inside & out. Newer roof, siding, drywall, carpet and beautifully landscaped. Country kitchen with full ceiling skylight. Three and half car garage. (RE107DB) COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split) with the sale of the remaining property. sets off this county lot with three bed- 83 ACRE FARM - 2 homes, 2 bams, 3-car pole barn. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) — VACANT LAND — LIVE NEAR LAKE ACCESS when you buy this home in Lake Odessa. 3 bedrooms, many updates. (RE113DB) Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Donald Lang­ ham wish to express our sincere thanks for all of the prayers, visits, phone calls, cards, flow­ ers, concerns while in the hospi­ tal and returning home. To the ambulance, 911, Hospice, and Thomapple Manor for their support. To police chief Jim Falk, Castleton Township for their support, neighbors for being so kind in helping mowing my lawn. Many thanks for the food brought in, rose bushes in -memory ofDon, for the memor­ ial donations, to the Maple Valley Chapel, Genther Funeral Home, Pastor DeGroot for the great service and luncheon following. Your kind thoughts were deeply appreciated. Shirley Langham, Mel and Carmen Lewis, Jack and Janine Peltier, grandson Ryan NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) VERMONTVILLE • $62,000 - For this 2 + bedroom home in the country on 2 acres with outbuildings. Call Joan (517) 852­ 0863. (RE105JS) VERMONTVILLE - 3 bedroom home on 2 + acres, with 300+ river frontage. Also included: a 2 bedroom mobile and a 3-car garage with heated workshop. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE114JS) Pets HARD TO COME BY Citron Cockatoo, tame and friendly. Call (616)891-9921._________ Help Wanted •& *«£? «£? « Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb.' w £&J! 517-726-0577 Jft 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174ff SALES - FULL OR part time, great pay plus bonus. Limited experience needed. 1-888-432-2913. LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) IMPROVED LOT with 2-car garage, septic and city water AWAITING your home. Will build to suit. 2 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. (LT908JS) SADDLE LAKE - Lovely wooded lot, only 15 minutes from Lake Michigan. 90 x 100 lot with lake access. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT907JS) YOU BUILD OR WE’LL BUILD your dream home on 10 acre site, perked. (LT903DB) OLIVET ■ Large lot in Olivet, can build home or place a mobile or manufactured home. Call today for more information. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT910JS) — COMMERCIAL — (CM601DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included.' Call Dixie. (CM602DB) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm»‘ Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Recreation 1983 HONDA GOLDWING 1100 CC, excellent shape. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 LAKE ODESSA - 3 plus bedroom, 2 bath home in the country. Large pole barn with workshop, on 2 acres. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE110JS) WANTED: Buildable lots in Maple Valley area. Dairy farm in Maple Valley area, minimum of 100 acres. Buyer for family run farm. . . NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer.. Cali (517) 726-0721 for .details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 — Page 10 AAA offers 10 tips for renting a car Does your rental car have antilock brakes? Is it equipped with dual air bags? Is there a drop-off charge? These queries and seven others make up AAA Michigan’s top 10 questions to ask when renting a car for this summer’s road trip. “Knowing the right things to ask ahead of time can mean the difference between a safe and memorable vacation — and one you’d much rather forget,” said Bill Best, AAA Michigan Travel director. AAA’s top 10 car rental questions are not ranked in order of importance and are not intended to be an allinclusive list. 1. Before making the reset EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE vation, ask your insurance agent if your personal in­ surance policy covers colli­ sion and liability for rental cars. Ask if it has limitations or deductibles that apply. Check with your credit card company to inquire about rental car coverage. 2. When making the reser vation, ask if you are entitled to any discount programs like AAA membership or employee discounts or benefits. For example, AAA members can receive up to a 20 percent discount with Hertz — in addition to other benefits such as special upgrades, dollars-off coupons and exemptions from certain charges. To get the best rates, call at least two weeks in advance. 3. If you are returning the car to a city other than the ren­ tal city, clarify any drop-off penalties, as they can be ex­ pensive. Ask about the cancellation policy and what the charges would be if you <retumed the car earlier than St. Edward’s parish plans benefit auction St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Lake Odessa will have a benefit auction at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 12. For the past few years, members of St. Edward’s have been working to design and raise funds to build a Family Center. This center will include a hall available for banquets, receptions, etc., classrooms and parking facilities. Proceeds from this auction of donated items will enable the parish to reach its goal of breaking ground for the Family Center on Oct. 1 of this year. Auction services are being donated by Bill Wilson and the auction will be held, rain or shine, on church grounds. Lunch and snacks also will be available. Items to be auctioned in­ clude furniture, appliances, antiques, sporting goods, handcrafted items and gift certificates. Call Jill VandeVelde at (616) 374-7151 with questions or to donate items. Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, July 9 Pork patty w/mushroom gravy, squash, Oriental blend, bread, margarine, dessert. Thursday, July 10 Ribbettes, O’Brien potatoes, coleslaw, com muf­ fin, margarine, cookie. Friday, July 11 Chicken cacciatore over pasta, peas, carrots, bread, margarine, peaches. Monday, July 14 Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, Italian green beans, bread, margarine, dessert. Tuesday, July 15 Chicken BBQ, red potato, peas, bread, margarine, cookie. Events Wednesday, July 9 — Hastings, craft day; Nashville, b/p day; woodland, b/p day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, July 10 — Hastings, music Nye/Reid; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, July 11 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, July 14 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, social day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, July 15 — Hastings COA 1:00, Alz. Meeting; puzzle day. ANNUAL JULY PAINT SALE. MEO/ ■WhM ALLQU ARTS ANDGALLONS OiALLH.W.IiBRANDPAlNT (MANUFACTUREDBYSHERWINWILLIAMS); the time of the reservation. Some companies charge for early drop-off. 4. Ask the travel agent or reservation agent for your reservation confirmation number. Write it down and have it handy when you pick up the car. 5. At the time of pick-up, ask if the car has antilock brakes. If it does — and more than 50 percent oftoday’s rental fleets do the driver should practice in a remote location by jamming on the brakes at moderate speed. The pedal will vibrate, but the driver should continue steer­ ing with the brakes on. Do not pump the brakes. 6. Upon pick-up, ask whether the rental car has driver or dual air bags. Air bags are designed to work in concert with seat belts. Every passenger should be properly belted and children 12 and under should ride in the backseat. Rear-facing infant seats should always go in the back. 7. Ask if your driving record may be checked. Most major car rental companies are performing motor vehicle record checks on renters and additional drivers in certain states. Because the screening is done at the time of pick up — not when the reservation is made — drivers should be aware that they could be denied service based on the findings. 8. Inquire about refueling choices. Most car rental firms offer several options: pur­ chase the fuel at time of ren­ tal, refill the tank before retur­ ning the car or return the car with less than a full tank of gas and pay the refueling charge. AAA recommends refilling before returning the car to avoid the upfront fuel purchase or the normally ex­ pensive refueling charge. 9. Ask what time the car must be returned and whether you will be charged, if late, for a partial or full day. If it’s a location that is not open 24 hours a day, know the hours ofoperation and procedure for after-hours dropoff. 10. Before leaving the ren­ tal car lot, walk around the car to check for damages. If there are damages, note them on the rental agreement and notify an employee of the car’s condition. Volleyball camp set for July 21-25 A summer volleyball camp will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 21-25, at Maple Valley High School. The camp is open to girls entering any of the four high school grades this fall. 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Broadway (Just North of City Limits) Hastings, Michigan 49058 (616) 945-5078 (616) 945-5192 fax 144 S. Cochran (Right on Charlotte’s Main Street) Charlotte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 (517) 543-2272 fax �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 8, 1997 — Page 12 Cooking Corner^^ Volunteer workers recognized at Senior Citizens Day at fair County will be recognized for their community giving. Ad­ ditional door prizes will be shared with those seniors in attendance. Following the awards assembly, stay to enjoy music from the ’20s performed by the Jackson Banjo Club. Walter Allen of Eaton Rapids has agreed to act as master of ceremonies and McDonald’s of Charlotte will provide free beverages. Senior Citizen’s Day is July 9. Mark your calendars and plan to attend. Wednesday, July 9 is with the entertainment group designated as Senior Citizens of Lois Shaver and Friends of Day at the Eaton County 4-H Charlotte. The band combines Fair. Anyone 60 years of age the sounds of the electric or older will be admitted free piano, violin, guitar and banjo to the fair from 9 a.m. to 2:30 playing a variety of musical p.m. The people mover tram selections. At 10:45 a.m. come and en­ will be running from the main parking lot to the 4-H joy German folk music, Building, where the senior polkas and popular music of citizens program will be held the ’30s and ’40s performed by the Senior Class Band of from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Senior citizens registration Williamston, Michigan. The Senior Citizens Award will begin at 9 a.m. in the 4-H Building located east of the Assembly will be held at 1 grandstand. The special ac­ p.m. At the award presentativities begin at 9:30 a.m. tion this year, the senior volunteer workers of Eaton r NEWS Newspapers: The medium of choice! 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SAVE; | Lesser Amts. $1.19 M^Sizzlers Lt । 1# Pkg., Ball Park Boneless, No Waste 50 | 6 Oz. IGA 5 Lbs. or More, Fresh Ground FREE 8gc With One Completed Super Sauer Card! 14.5 Oz.. IGA Sliced Carrots^ 29*? save With One Completed Super Saver Card! 3 Per Card - -_________________________________________ ...... ■ ...... _ ?__________ £ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-07-15.pdf 62c5eea1fe6de780148ae4289cfea3a4 PDF Text Text HASTINGS PUBLIC LI CRARY 121 S. CHURCH ST. HASTINGS. Ml 42358-1893 Published by J-AdXSfaphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 29 — Tuesday, July 15, 1997 New superintendent will bring different ideas to Maple Valley Schools by Barbara Gall Staff Writer When Clark Volz was hired as CMS principal in 1992, he said then Superintendent Robert Myers gave him a "very precise" job description. "He told me I was to reunite the parents and the school; get the bond passed for a new middle school; build the school with the input and ac­ ceptance of the community and then run the school.” The bond issue was ap­ proved that September, and the school, designed and planned with the architect byra committee of staff, parents and community members, opened in the fall of 1995. Volz said that that construc- tion project couldn't have been carried out at a better time. "We hit the market at just the right time, and for us to plan and build that building as successfully as we did and for the money we paid, well, it's really unbelievable.” As for improving parent/school relations, Volz said he thinks that most parents do feel comfortable coming to the school. "We invite them here all the time, we ask them to come and help us, to talk to us, and I hope they feel welcome," he said. Now, on the eve of his de­ parture for a new role in a new community, Volz said he looks back on his five years t1 and the community where he feels he has made a contribu­ tion, he also believes that change brings growth. He said he looks to grow personally as he moves from the role of building administrator to his first opportunity to serve as a school district superintendent. "My greatest apprehension about this change is leaving Caledonia," Volz said. "I love it here. But I want to see if I can be a contributor at this new level. I know I can con­ tribute in the classroom and as a principal; now I need to know if I can be of help to a whole community, and if I Every community tries to do things based on its best decisions. I need to understand what this community wants of its schools, and my role is to help them get where they want to be. — Clark Volz in the Caledonia Schools as a time he will cherish. He has accepted the offer from the Maple Valley Public Schools, inviting him to be­ come its superintendent, suc­ ceeding Alan McLean, who is retiring from education. Volz said he will ask the Caledonia School Board to release him from his administrative con­ tract as of July 28. But, while he said that it's not easy to leave the school See New Super. P. 2 Revue li’l Abner’ production starts July 24 at Vermontville Opera House "'The Revue," a Ver­ montville-based theater troupe, is preparing for its next production, "Li'l Abner," which will be performed on stage, beginning Thursday, July 24, at the Opera House. The setting for the musical, inspired by the Al Capp car­ toon with the same name, will be back in the hills somewhere in Tennessee in a mythical little town known as '‘Dogpatch," where the most important event each year is a bomb? Sadie Hawkins race. "When the hillbilly town of The hero and heroine are Dogpatch, deemed the most Daisy Mae and Abner, the ap­ useless community in ple ofher eye since childhood. America, is chosen as a test This story takes many site for A-bombs, its colorful twists and turns as it tries to citizens take up in a good answer some burning ques­ fight," said director Pat tions. Will Daisy Mae geTher Hansen. "It's a must see," said Bill man? Will the Token Berry tonic provide these hillbillies Reynolds who organized the with the stamina needed To Revue and has several roles in save their town, or will Dog­ this musical. He added that the patch be the victim of the A- production is full of bouncy songs and joyous dance num- Yes,. these guys are catchin' up on some pretty tall tales, fishing stories that is! Meet Ryan Rosin, Matt Knoll and Bill Reynolds, straight from the little town of Dogpatch. bers. Tickets for L'il Abner are now on sale. Adults will be admitted for $7, seniors and students for $6 and children for $5. "Little children held by par­ ents are free,” added Reynolds. "We hope to have a full house." Performances are scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, July 24; Friday, July 25; and Saturday, July 26. There are also two af­ ternoon performances planned, on Saturday and Sunday (July 27) at 2 p.m. Those who have been to prior performances of the Re­ vue, such as "The Music Man," will be sure to recog­ nize some familiar faces on stage. Cast members include Matt Knoll, Liz Stanton, Lynn Blakely, Lee Gould, Courtney Ludema, Annie Carney, Kyle Curtiss, Bill Mason, Adam Raffler, Emily See Li’l Abner, P. 4 In This Issue... As usual, Lynn Blakely puts on a hilarious performance. Just what is she smoking in that there pipe anyway??? •. What in the world has happened to folks in Vermontville. Looks almost like a dance and attire from the hills in Tennessee! It's the Revue's latest production, Li'l Abner and its full of laughs. • Heiss Museum to show off organ displays • Vermontville story hours to be held Tuesdays • Eaton County Fair winners, highlights • Drum major to attend Illinois University clinic �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, Joly 15, 1997 — Page 2 NEW SUPERINTENDENT,continued from frontpage can, that will'berewardingX, "AfterdU, what is.the heart and sdtrf of a' co’rtinjunijy? Churches.' all are different-, businesses are different, orga­ nizations are different, but the one thing everyone in the community has in common are the schools, the children. "Ifwe are doing good things for our students, we are going to be doing something that benefits us all." Until the board has found is successor, however, Volz said he expects to help out at CMS on his own time, if he is needed. "I want to make very sure the middle school isn't left hanging," he said. There is no assistant princi­ pal at CMS to fill in while a search gets under way for a new principal, or even to take over the job, but Volz ex­ plained that many of the lead­ ership responsibilities at the school actually are divided among CMS staff teams. "That's how a 750-student building can be run with just one principal," he said. "The Student Support Team and the Operations Team, for in­ stance, have been absolutely invaluable to me, and they will be able to help the new principal make a smooth tran­ sition." The teaming of staff, he said, is one of the reasons CMS has* become an exciting place to work. The new $16 million build­ ing has "worked" well, he said, something he credits to the staff and community in- volvement in the designing and planning process and to the architect's willingness to listen to their ideas. "The space there reflects what they wanted," he said. The team effort did not dis­ appear, however, once the building was completed. Volz looks back on a number of changes that he regards with pride and with admiration for 852-1985 OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. hometovnI 1 UMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be post i I nly what's done for Christ will last. p* 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service • LAWN MOWER CENTER 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 North Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852*2005 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.................7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ot M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ,....... 11a.m. P.M. Worship......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................... p.m. ”PV. ALAN METTLER RECEIVING MAN'S OR GOD'S APPROVAL FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ..-....... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH For a Fair Deal on a New or Used Car or Truck First Corinthians 15:33 TEAM DIME AYAWAYAYAW. Chevrolet . olosmobile 1616 Lansing Rd., Charlotte Charlotte 517-543-0200 not be a servant of Christ. X Good News Bible Galatians 1:10 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration.... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m Adult Class........ ........ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN ('A ml. East otMS6, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service........... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY LEROY SLEEPER Call Toll-Free 1-800-752-7700 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. RtAllOR’ WOLEVER’S REAL ESTATE BROKER RES / * Mace Pharmacy ELSIE E. WOLEVER ..'.'What I want is God’s approval! Am I trying to be pop~ ular with men? If I were still trying to do so, I would 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637(S17| 726-0637 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship................ 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass........................9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School.............................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service................................... 7 Wed. Service.................................. 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After Sehool Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School...................... 111:15 Sunday a.m. Worship......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PASTOR RANDY SMITH 1952 N. Broadway Hastings, Michigan 945-9554 Every day, we are faced with the choice of pleasing man or pleas­ ing God, and some­ times the decision is so subtle that we may not be too certain of how we should react. For example, we may be purchasing something, and the cashier under­ charges us. Do we cor­ rect the cashier or do we say nothing? Or, someone may tell an offensive story in our presence and we may unknowingly give our approval by simply laughing or repeating the story. The Bible tells us that we have all sinned and come short of the glory of God, and whenever we do something to someone that we wouldn’t want done to us, we are breaking God’s Golden Rule. Life is not always easy, and sometimes the decision to please God can be a very difficult one; however, choosing to live each day as God would want us to is a wonderful way to receive God's approval and to witness to others that we love the Lord. Dick Tobias CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH Continued next page— The Area's Most Versatile and Complete Printing Company GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville his staff, who, he said, have made the changes happen. "Our staff teaming experi­ ence has really blossomed these past two years," he said. "We now make all our build? ing decisions through teams and in small groups." He said that team teaching, more student projects, inte­ grating the curriculum and ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used. at all services. For more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service................ 11 a-m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Manio Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. July 15. 1997 — Page 3 NEW SUPERINTENDENT from page 2 bringing technology into teaching and learning at the middle school are other in­ structional and learning changes that have been excit­ ing and rewarding. One of the big changes has been more subtle, perhaps, but still a big change for a school philosophy. Volz said that at his first staff meeting after becoming principal, he began the meet­ ing with an overhead trans­ parency that said simply, 'Teaching is not a procedure; it is a relationship." a program that was the best way to further the interests and the talents of Caledonia students," he said. "And I think we have tried to do that Each school has to look at its own community, its own stu­ dents, and design the program that best works for them." There are other new aspects of the middle school program that Volz points to with pride, crediting his staff for their success. One is the Student Support Center, which originally was funded from what would have been an assistant principal's He then asked the staff basi­ cally to change its whole per­ salary. The SSC handles all spective by throwing out the kinds of situations, from dis­ old discipline code, which pensing medications, to disci­ started from the premise that pline problems, to providing a students were going to misbe­ place where students can just drop in to talk when things have. "There is often a fear about aren’t going their way, or control that develops because when they're having problems of the energy of this age with a teacher or another stu­ dent group, but our experiment "There is no way one per­ here was to increase our re­ son could handle everything spect for students," he said. "Instead of assuming they that the Support Center staff will misbehave, and thinking handles," Volz said. "Our staff there is an amaz­ about the consequences for ing crew, but the fact that we those violations, we start with the assumption that the stu­ even have this for our students dents will exhibit good behav­ is due to our school board's ior. While there are some willingness to let us try out things we have had to deal this concept." Another program he speaks with quite aggressively, like of with pride is the Options gang behavior, we have found that the students will exhibit program, in which some of cooperative behavior when it the students who are having trouble in the school setting is expected ofthem. "We have structure, but not work with business people in a long list of regulations, and the community. "We believe that schools this actually has led to better must respond to the needs of behavior than when they are all kids, and these needs hemmed in by a list of viola­ change from family to family, tions and punishments." and as society itself changes," Volz said that the three key he said. concepts at CMS are safety, "This program really has kindness and responsibility. made a difference for some of "Rules written in concrete our kids, and we owe that to can't address the individual the people here in our com­ student. Each child comes munity who care and who from a different situation. have been willing to help." They all make mistakes, of Volz also pointed out that course, and our goal is to help this year CMS honored about them understand themselves 250 parents, community and improve their behaviors. members and staffwho volun­ "With this change in expec­ teered their time at the school tations, I believe our staff has in all kinds of ways. grown a lot in becoming more "Five years ago, we didn't student-centered and less con­ have this program at the mid­ trol-centered, as many junior high and middle schools tend dle school," he said. The new enrichment pro­ to be when you're coming gram is another way of meet­ from the old perspective." Volz said that this system ing the needs ofkids, he said. Begun just last year, the has worked well in Caledonia, program has already paid off. but he admitted he really did not know if it would work In just its first year, more well in an inner-city situation, than 300 students were in­ for instance, where there volved in some kind of en­ might be a high level of anger richment activity, from Odyssey of the Mind to small and dysfunctional families. "But my job was to design groups that enjoyed crafts or MO a* JU® 0E poetry. Volz said he believes all this staff and community sup­ port in and outside the class­ room is paying off as students have more and more opportu­ nities to explore and further their interests and abilities. T have felt that I was a con­ tributor here, and that there was community support," he said as he.looked back over his tenure at CMS. "But this support was hardly a rubber stamp," he added with a smile. “You really have to earn it. But I believe that when you show par­ ents that what you propose is a benefit to their children, they will support you. "WeJ^y to remind our students, and I think they under­ stand that all that has happened in Caledonia over the last years — the new buildings, the computers, all these things — they are here for the students because the community has provided them for its children." Even with all going so well, Volz said he must see for himself if he can "con­ tribute" at the community level. "Mixed up in there, too, is career, kids going to college, money and all those factors. But I really need to know if I can help a community as a superintendent." In his new role, Volz said he sees his first job as learn­ ing and listening. "Every community tries to do things based on its best de­ cisions. I need to understand what this community wants of its schools, and my role is to help them get where they want to be." He said that Maple Valley will be holding a bond issue election in September for ren­ ovations and additions to all its school buildings — the junior/senior high school and the three elementary schools — and he noted that a previ­ ous election asking to fund these improvements failed by less than 60 votes. "I'd like to see the schools have the feeling that the community is behind them in this," he said. "Here in Caledonia, I've had great examples in what leader­ ship is. Now I need to know if I, too, can lead in a way that allows people to build on their strengths and grow." You may be entitled to compensation for wage loss and medical benefits ifyou sustained injuries related to your job. For legal advice on Workmans Compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal injury claims call... 0I JRCH I No Charge for initial Consultation jia® ill* 517-543-4162 We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties throug h the Lansing MLS. 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"All of this is purely finan­ cial," said Vermontville Township Board member Jack Rathbum. He added that by becoming a township cemetery there would be no sales tax charged on purchases, and that the township could step in when from the sale of lots, grave openings and foundations, foundations," said Rathbum. "However, by making this a township ceme­ tery, if it became necessary, we could ask our voters for some extra help." Shortly after making the announcement on this election, Rathbum and others had organized a public hearing hoping to get public reaction before the election. There were very needed to help with operations as well as expenses.. One of the big questions in the minds of taxpayers, according to Rathburn, iis whether anything would change at the cemetery. It is the only cemetery in Vermontville Township available for burials and all decisions on maintenance are handled now by a cemetery board. "That That won't change either," said Rathbum. "Board members could still be elected and one person would be appointed to report to Vermontville Township on a reg­ ular basis." Would this mean no taxes for township residences? Ac­ cording to township officials, there is enough money at the present time to take care of cemetery expenses. Therefore, there are no plans for a millage proposal to run the cemetery. Operations could come few taxpayers at the meeting, which was held on July 8 at the First Congregational Church. He said he hopes that if there are questions, taxpay­ ers will telephone him and other township officials before going to vote. This special election will be held at the Fire Bam. Polls will open at 7 a.m. and will remain open until 8 p.m. Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned Wednesday, July 16 Sliced baked ham, squash, California blend, veggies, dinner roll, margarine, pineapple. Thursday, July 17 Spanish rice, com, tossed salad, w/dressing, bread, margarine, cobbler. Friday, July 18 Tuna noodle casserole, green beans, beets, bread, margarine, tropical fruit. Wednesday, July 16 Hastings, craf t"*d a y; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, blood pressure day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, July 17 — Hastings, music, Nye/Reid; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, July 18 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, July 21 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day; Woodland, social day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, July 22 — puzzle day. Kathy MMAP, Lincoln Meadow. Obituaries John U. Miller————-----------------VERMONTVILLE - John na, Indiana, Amos of NappaU. Miller, age 87, ofVermont- nee, Indiana, Andy of Little ville, passed away Thursday, Rock, Arkansas, John Jr. of July 10,1997 at his residence.Vermontville and Joni of Mr. Miller was bom January Lagootee, Indiana; nineteen 12,1910 in LaGrange, Indiana, grandchildren and seventeen the son of Urias and Rebecca great grandchildren. (Yoder) The funeral service was held (Yoder) Miller. Miller. He married Susana E. Saturday, July 12, 1997 at the Bontrager on November 26, residence, 5185 N. Ionia Rd., 1921. He was a self employed Vermontville. Additional repairman having operated a funeral services were held on p ee shop. sop. Monday, July 14, 1997 at the repair and leather Mr. Miller was a member of Henry Mast residence in the Old Order Amish Menonite Jamesport, Missouri. Bishop Ray Hochstetler officiated at Faith until the end. He was preceded in death by both services. Interment took his wife, Susana on September place at the Meadowview 12,1981; two sons; a daughter; Cemetery in Jamesport, his parents; a sister and five Missouri. The family was assisted by brothers. Mr. Miller is survived by six the Burkhead-Green Funeral sons, Emanuel of Jamesport, Home in Charlotte. Missouri, Ezra of Shipshewa- Elizabeth Holleman VERMONTVILLE Elizabeth Holleman, age 98, of Vermontville, formerly of Stuffed cabbage, carrots, Lincoln Park, passed away French cut beans, bread, Wednesday, July 9,1997 at the peach cobbler. home of her granddaughter, Tuesday, July 22 Vermontville Theatrical Group Janice Bailey. Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed Mrs. Holleman was bom will be holding auditions for potatoes, mixed veggies, August 1, 1898 in Ironton, bread, margarine, pears. Ohio, the daughter of Frank Events and and Viola (Wallace) Palmer. She married Owen Holle­ at man on February 14, 1924 in Detroit Mrs. Holleman lived with her sister, Clara for 40 years in Lincoln Park before coming to General and Group Information: Vermontville area senior gather at the Vermontville Vermontville in 1994. She citizens may want to put this Methodist Church for lunch retired from Crowley’s Department Store in Detroit as Wednesday on the calendar, as and an afternoon of fun. ftft Sometimes there is a guest a sales lady after 40 years of every month area seniors speaker, and sometimes just service. She was a member of the time for socializing. This month, organizer Hildred Lincoln Park Baptist and the MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS Peabody has fun and games on Albequerque Eastern Star. Mrs. Holleman enjoyed & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE her mind. "We're going to play bingo knitting, crochetting, oil paint­ ing, flower gardening and this week at our luncheon," fishing. 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE she said. "It should be a fun She was preceded in death afternoon." Phone (517) 852-1915 by her husband, Owen on Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI Lunch is at noon sharp February 2, 1952; a daughter, (Graduate Realtors Institute) again this month, and is Lavina Tabor in 1956; grand-, EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES potluck. daughter, Jeanette Rose; HMS" • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Joan & Homer Winegar Eves. 726-0223 '. Those who are unfamiliar grandson, Marshall Tabor and • Home Warranty Available Nyle Wells........................... ............ 726-1234 with the gatherings and need ten brothers and sisters. Mrs. Holleman is survived more information can may by four granddaughters, call Peabody at 726-0574. Audrey Tabor of Bradenton, Florida, Janice (Bill) Bailey of Vermontville, Christine (Chuck) Jannette of Brighton and Faith (Pete) Miller of Brighton; sixteen great grandNASHVILLE - 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHchildren; nineteen great great VERMONTVILLE - BEAUTIFULLY NEW LISTING: NEXT TO PUTNAM Recently remodeled. Ideal grandchildren; two great great REMODELED 3 bedroom home Monday, July 21 Arsenic Old Lace July 28 6 p.m. Bring something prepared to read. Area senior citizens to gather in Vermontville July 15 ____(517) 726-0804 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate with 1 '/» baths. This home has a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park-like" setting. Cali Nyle for all the details. (V-69) VACANT LAND LAND CONTRACT TERMS • YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES.. $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.., $9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITE: APPROX. PARK IN NASHVILLE ON APPROX. 1% ACRES - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with wrap-around porch, deck with firepit, many extras — All on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. (N-71) starter home. Good possibility for "no down" financing. "Move-in" at close. Call Nyle today for showing. 726-1234. (N-59) DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE STORE BUILDING Good - location on M-66 (Main Street). Ideal for office space or retail (building size 17x69) - basement and second story. Call Homer for details. (N-70) ONE COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ ROOM HOME IN VERMONTVILLE - Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle before it’s too late. 726-1234. (V-58) ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) NOW AVAILABLE: 2 PARCELS, 1.2 ACRES EACH - Priced at $9,000 IN VERMONTVILLE • NICE 3 BED­ and $12,000. Good building sites on Nashville Hwy. Black­ top road (natural gas avail­ able), near MV High School. Parcels have been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. story home, 1V4 baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Occupancy at close. Give Nyle a call today to see this new •jiM'PO-, ■... , , (Y-^91 ROOM, 2 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info (V-66) Lil ABNER from front page— Gould, Robb Rosin, Ryan Rosin, Rob Brummler, Nancy Moore, Dianne Patrick, Bill Reynolds, Don Blakely, Nick Blakely, Kim Knoll, Allison McLean, Marabeth Graham, Megann Patrick, Mary Jo Gorsuch, Orvin Moore, Janet Valdeck, Sherri Reynolds, Sue Howard, Stan Graham, Lin­ coln Gorsuch and Julia Draper. "For those out of towners, Vermontville is just over yonder," said Reynolds. "A few miles from Charlotte, just a little north of Battle Creek, and not far at all from Hast­ ings. And the Opera House is right on Main Street." Reynolds added that the Opera House is indeed air con­ ditioned, but parking is lim­ ited. Tickets can be obtained in advance from any cast member or by calling (517) 726-0804. C Looking for a "X PRINTER? great grandchildren; a sister, Mary Miller of Rockwood; many nieces and nephews and a granddaughter-in-law, Marie Tabor of Prescott. There will be a memorial service at a later date. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Pain Drug Surprises Researchers (SPECIAL)-- A drug that is exciting researchers in the treatment of pain has beenfonnulatedintoanew prod­ uct known as "Arthur Itis," and is being caWed i"MedicalMiracle"by some, in thetreatmentofdebilitating conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, rheumatism, painful muscle aches, jointaches, simple backache, bruises, and more. Although the mechanism ofaction is unclear, experiments indicatethatArthur Itis, relievespain by first selectively attracting, and then destroyingthe messengerchemi­ cal which carries pain sensations to the brain, thus eliminating pain in the affected area. 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There is no big sign out front and no admission at the Staff Writer Whether a lover of antiques door, but once inside, anyone or music, the name Keith can be impressed. As Heiss opens the door to Heiss may not be a familiar name, but he owns one of a very ordinary looking bam, three organ museums in the a whole new world is opened United States, and it's located to’ those who admires music or old furniture. The grand just outside of Nashville. This Saturday, he plans to tour as such includes wall to have an open house, with wall organs dating back to the more than 90 organs on dis­ 1800s. Some arc intricately play and guests author Robert hand carved and contain candle F. Gellerman (Fritz) and or­ or lamp holders for those ganist Barb Handlogten. Fritz playing by night. The oldest ofthe collection? will be on hand selling and signing his newest book, A 1846 Prince Model from "The American Reed Organ Boston. "Back then almost every old and Harmonium." "A super individual. Every­ farm house was complete with one who had admired Fritz's an old organ," he said. "For work really should take this some reason the fascination opportunity to meet him," was lost over the years." He added with a laugh, said Keith. Heiss said that the whole "That's why nobody else day should be full of sur­ wants them!" Each organ in the collection prises. Festivities will begin is unique in some way, at 9 a.m. and run until 6 p.m. The Heiss Museum, known whether it's all the way from as "The Heiss Haus," isn't Florida, or one of only a few what one would ordinarily models made, or one used by a think of as a museum. It's not well known musician in ear­ located on a major highway or lier years. There are also In­ advertised on large billboards, dian organs, lap organs and but it's rather a "quaint" little some much like the old player place where those who enjoy pianos, complete with rolls of history, art and music could music. None seem to have anyspend hours. by Cindy J Smith thing in common with the in­ strument sitting next door, and all seem to be in perfect tune. Heiss takes much pride in the fact that he tunes each himself. "I used to be In the con­ struction business,” he said. "So I had a lot of the tools. Then I ended up with my dad's tools and even have some den­ tist's tools. They're all useful in tuning these old organs." One might wonder how a col­ lector such as this would find such gems. Heiss said that many are buried in antique shops. "Like this one," he said. "When the top is down, it re­ sembles an old table and I found it in the back of a shop covered with old lamps. No one else even knew it was there!" Then there are the auctions. It seems that Heiss communi­ cates quite regularly with Stantons. Usually, the organs are just one item in an antique auction, and sometimes they aren't listed on the auction bill. The Stantons will give him a call or stick a bill in the mail and then he is off on another adventure. "There have been some times that my wife and I won- Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. licit you buy.your lile insurance from us through Auto- Owners insurance, you'll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll der if a particular auction was really a good idea," he said. "Like the time I kept on bidding and bidding and paid way too much for one organ and then turned right around and began bidding on a second. I thought she was going to ring my neck!" It turns out, at least accord­ ing to Keith, that the second was "really a bargain," so the price averaged out to being what he described as "fair" for both. "We always joke when we head out of the yard on one of our auction trips that we will end up eating peanut butter and jelly," he said. "But we aren't in the poor house yet." Heiss said that one would be amazed at the treasures he stumbles across when heading to an auction, or just on a vacation and stopping by an antique shop. Among his collection is a 1979 Clough and Warren, a 1850 Landfear and many Estays. His museum is what most would describe as full, with just enough room for single file guests. But he most likely isn't done hunting for treasurers. ”1 could probably squeeze in one or two more if I had to," he said. Diana’s Place The place to go forprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road. For Sale Owner - Diana Kuempel WASHER/ DRYER, heavy duty. Kenmore. $200-pair. 852-9481 Sharp carasoul rnicr. $50. Sharp half pint carasoul, $25. (517)852-0926. IT’S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR hohie impRouEmEnis A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, you can make it better! • • • • • Tools • Plumbing Electrical Hardware • Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing are specialists in insuring people Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber and the things they own. See Us For... save you money. As an independent Auto- Owners agent, we take great interest in you - as well as your home and cal • Estimates • Savings___ *Sluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Delivery Planning HOMETOWN,1 852-0882 Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 15, 1997 — Page 6 Vermontville story hours to be held Tuesdays It's summer story hour time once again in Vermontville, as many activities will take place each Tuesday at the Opera House for the nexLseveral weeks. Story Hour isn't just books, either. Some of this year's programs include folk singer Kitty Donohue, the All-Of-Us Express and today's guest, Bob Lerner. Some may know Lerner from a trip to the Battle Creek Historical Museum, where he seems to be the house expert on dinosaurs. Some of his prehistoric friends will be coming along to Vermontville for a visit this afternoon. He has an hour packed full of hands-on history lessons. This story hour, like others planned throughout July, also will include treats provided by the Vermontville Women's Club. Those who are avid readers can also sign up for the all­ new "Readerosaurus" program today. The contest, which be­ gins now and runs through Aug. 9, will include , weekly Many are children took part in Vermontville Library Story Hours last year. This year there is once again many different activities planned including some guest speakers. games and prizes, and even a the "Readerosaurus" program, grand prize drawing for those children must be 8 years of who attend every week. Ac­ age or older to sign up and of­ cording to those involved with ficial rules and regulations are available at the library. Children are reminded that Tuesday is the big day each week. "Make sure mom and dad The Castleton Township Board is seeking applicants to fill have every Tuesday high­ the Trustee vacancy on the township board. This person lighted on the calendar," said shall submit a letter of interest to: organizer Mary Fisher. "At 1 Loma L Wilson, Township Clerk p.m. sharp every week, story 915 Reed Street hour will begin and there will be something there that ev­ P.O. Box 679 eryone enjoys." Nashville, Michigan 49073 This letter must be received no later than August 1,1997 Besides the "Readerosaurus" at 5 p.m. program geared toward older kids, each story hour is filled NOTICE with things that will entertain children of all ages. For more information about the story hours, or about spe­ cial guests who will be ap­ pearing over the next few weeks, call Mary Fisher at 726-0670. Have you visited the Vermontville Library recently?? There are tons of books to choose from and this summer like in past years, a summer reading program is underway. Watch the Maple Valley News for details on this summer's "Readerosaurus" program. Proceeds from dance to help fight cystic fibrosis A "Super Dance" to help fight cystic fibrosis will be held from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, July 19, at the Nashville VFW. Music from the 1930s, '40s, '50s and '60s will be presented. There also will be prizes, a 50-50 drawing and food. "Join the thousands of peopie who are helping to fight cystic fibrosis," said Judy Hook, chairwoman of the lo­ cal campaign. "Together, we can make cystic fibrosis his­ tory." Cost will be $3 per person and $5 per couple. For more information, call 852-9655. Annual Sunshine Party planned July 25 in Vermontville The women of the United Methodist and First Con­ gregational churches of Ver­ montville will have their 59th annual Sunshine Party Friday, July 25, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the First Congregational Church. This traditional gathering was begun in 1938 to honor acation Imodium. m. Imodium A-D Nature Made Caplets 6’s Vitamin cNatufi ^Mad ade. 009 Xsm9- the special older women ofthe community. It has continued over the years, granting time to celebrate women with a short program, refreshments and plenty oftime to visit with one another. For more information, call (517) 726-0443. 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July 28 — Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center. August 4 — Barry County Homemakers Picnic and Council Meeting at Alene Hamilton’s, 12:30 p.m. August 15-17 — State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, East Lansing. August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. Dead Doctors Don't Lie" Dr. Joel Wallach Dr. Wallach has shared his wit and wisdom with liter­ ally millions through regular syndicated talk radio, television, and live lectures across the nation, including ABC s 20/20 and Inside Edition. Now get Dr. Wallach's products Virgin Earth Collidial Minerals, etc. Call John/Joan (616) 945-3789 Do it today! �the W.G. Wade Show brings you 1 KID'S Day Pay One Price Day ■Ik amiitjiita "njad tof .Wednesday, July 16, 1997 From Noon to 6 p.m. WkH^ Mr «fJ5(uamL fOfijki frmutaii id ty M, for only ti'iiMiU 2545 i O .rfVtrtaft rftfc iitsplttiwi amritji.tte* owtejtnPR’ Data mil statRE® pMlll >£5^^ MORE Big Savings Days Sitairrtilivcj) Price Hay/ PvWww f*<Djr Qiniliy fay arts. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 15, 1997 — Page 8 Eaton County Fair announces event winners and highlights Yes it's the Vermontville Jr. Farmers with a collection of critters that they rounded up for the Eaton County Fair. This group of 4-H'rs exhibits a little of everything, and this year they took some pretty big prizes home from the Eaton County Fair! A group of youngsters poses with their horses at the Eaton County Fair. This little chick hatched on the 4th of July and went to the Eaton County fair for the very first time at just a week old! Beth Mulvany is the proud owner of little Hannah. No they're not vacuuming these Llamas, though it appears that way. Each of the Llamas from the "Lively Llama 4-H Club has an appointment with the 'club beautician just prior to entering the show ring. This is Silver Dust and Eight Ball getting groomed for the show. 4-H'rs are Sarah Christiansen andTena Hie. ANNUAL JUkV PAINT SALE This young lady is showing miniature goats at the Eaton County Fair. Business Services ALL QUARTS AND GALLONS OF ALL H.W.I. BRAND PAINT ^(MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS) ; SALE PRICE ALSO APPLIES TO ALL SPECIAL ORDER PAINT. SALE PRICES OOP JULY 1ST - JULY 51ST Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-716-Illi Doug Durkee - Proprietor _____HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm ARBOR TREE SERVICE INC. Complete tree work, best prices, free estimates. 616-623-5952__ BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BAY WASH PRESSURIZED power cleaning. Servicing west­ ern Michigan. For your free esti­ mate call 616-891-2319. ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. SCREENED SAND: Swim­ ming pool and beaches. $2.00 per yard-loaded. Screened fill sand, $1.25 per yard-loaded. Screened top soil, $8.00 per yard. Minimum $15.00. Pennock Stone and Gravel, Inc. 733 S. Durkee (M-66) Nashville, MI. 517-852-2490_________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ . ING David Halliwill owner. 517:543-1002. . Kiddie Land was full of little visitors all week long. There was a merry-go-round, and even a roller coaster but little Emma Vandlen of Charlotte seemed to like the helicopter ride the best. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 15, 1997 — Page 9 Lakewood Christian grad on dean’s list at Cedarville Cynthia L. Potter, junior elementary education major at Cedarville College, (Ohio), was named to the dean’s list for the spring quarter. She is the daughter of Mark and Crystal Potter of Nashville and is a 1994 graduate of Barry County Christian. Cynthia L. Potter Engagements Greenman ■ McCabe to wed Looks like dad is asleep on the job! These fine feathered friends belonging to the Racine Family of Vermontville were among many different species of animals at the Eaton County Fair last week. Eaton Equestrian 4-H member, Caitlin Samantha King and her American Saddlebred, Top O'Hill Serene Sultan of Vermontville took champion and grand champion in saddle seat pleasure and reserve grand champion in her saddleseat equitation class at the Eaton County Fair last week. Gayle Greenman of Nashville and Michael Green­ man of Albion are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter Amanda Lee to Ryan Todd-Park McCabe son of Jean McCabe of Spring Lake and Pat McCabe of Grand Haven. Amanda will be graduating Lansing Community College this summer with an associates degree in theater. Ryan is working on his masters degree in business at Michigan State University. An August 1st evening wed­ ding is being planned in the botanical gardens of M.S.U. The couple then plan to move to Los Angeles, CA to pursue their careers. VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852*2290 Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, / cal! for same-day approval.. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 It's bath time and this little calf doesn't seem to mind a bit! Anyone who visited the fair in Charlotte last week could see a variety of animals and shows thanks to the hard work of area 4-Hr's. 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The 4-Hr's do, and the Vermontville Jr. Farmers were right out there this year hoping to get a big prize for their peFsppaHzed.trasfjrcan/;;/;//,'//,///, New Summer Hours!! Now Open Wednesdays!! Mon.-Fri. 7:30 -12:00 & 1:00 - 5:30; Sat. 7:30 -1:00; Closed Sundays 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 (616) 367-4544 «219“ stihl Number One Worldwide Mt �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 15, 1997 — Page 10 Lambing seminar, demonstration for sheep producers planned A lambing seminar and lambing demonstration will be held on July 22 and July 26, respectively, for sheep pro­ ducers in the central Michigan area. These educational ses­ sions are offered in order to provide the latest information from Michigan State Univer­ sity on optimum lambing strategies. The seminar por­ tion ofthis event will focus on the what, how, and why of good lambing procedures. The demonstration portion will focus on actually viewing these procedures as lambs are being bom. Dr. Williams utilizes synchronized lambing which ensures that lambs will be bom on the scheduled weekend for educational demonstrations. The Lambing Seminar will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. on July 22, at the Ingham County MSU Extension office conference room. The Exten­ sion office is located at the Ross Hilliard Building, 121 E. Maple Street in Mason, directly across the street from the Ingham County Building. This session will serve as a classroom setting where par­ ticipants can view slides and visit with resource persons about lambing procedures. On hand will be Dr. Christine Williams, director and resear­ cher at Michigan State University Animal Research Center. Dr. Williams also owns and operates the largest sheep farm in Ingham County with 180 ewes. Also presen- Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Cail... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner ting will be Dr. Joe Rook, Ex­ tension Specialist and resear­ cher with the MSU Large Animal Veterinary Clinic. The Lambing Demonstra­ tion will be held at the farm of Dr. Christine Williams, west of Mason. A map and direc­ tions will be provided at the lambing seminar. Those who would like to participate in the demonstration are strongly encouraged to attend the lam­ bing seminar, as there will be more time to discuss lambing techniques and ask questions. Participants at the demonstra­ tion are also asked not to wear boots or clothing that have been used around other sheep. This will help in reducing the risk of any diseases being transferred. For more information on the Lambing Seminar and Demonstration, contact Mark Hansen, Ingham County Ex­ tension Agriculturist Agent, at 676-7207. Tliank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Harold Woodard wants to thank every­ one who sent cards and made donations in his memory. He is missed by many. Thank you Cynthia Eggers Arlene Beimers Vanessa Reed Japanese beetle alert announced Japanese beetle adults will soon emerge to plague area gardeners. Although there are no preventatives for the in­ sect, being mentally ready and prepared with an insecticide labeled to combat Japanese beetle will help. The adult beetles eat the leaves and flowers of some 275 or more plants, including trees, shrubs and flowers. The beetles chew tissue between veins, leaving a lacy skelton, and also eat large, irregular areas on some leaves. Feeding is rapid and plants may be defoliated in a week. The adult beetles are a uni­ que shiny metallic green with hard outer wings that are coppery-brown. They are ovan-shaped and one-half inch long. The Japanese beetle spends the winter as a grub worm several inches deep in the soil. In March, the grubs begin to move up to grass roots and feeding takes place during April and May. In late May or early June grub worms change to the pupal or resting stage and by mid-June adult beetles emerge. Beetles immediately feed and mate. They may be seen from June through August. By late August most of the beetles have died. The eggs that have been laid, hatch in a few days into tiny grubs which feed on grass roots. Extensive feeding takes place in late summer and brown patches appear in lawns. Feeding continues through October and by November the grubs work their way deep into the soil for the winter. There is only one generation per year. There are also several in­ secticides labeled for Japanese beetle adults. These products will contain Sevin, Methoxychlor, or Malathion. Read and “heed” all instructions regarding application and safety on the insecticide label if you do the application yourself. The jury is still out on the effectiveness ofthe introduced biological controls. Short­ term results of tests where milky spore disease has been applied for grub control have been inconsistent. This disease may take several years to have an effect on the grubs. Japanese beetle traps are not recommended because the pheromone in the trap actually draws the beetles to your site. Free pregnancy testing at Hayes Green Beach Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte, in con­ junction with the Barry/Eaton District Health Department, is offering free pregnancy tests. The tests are available in the hospital’s obstetrics clinic every Monday and Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. Along with a free test, clients will also receive patient information and appropriate referrals. Hayes Green Beach Hospital’s OB Clinic is located in the Professional Office Building Specialty Clinics Suite at 123 Lansing Street, Charlotte. The tests are available on a walk-in basis and results are available immediately. Currently, six family prac­ tice physicians and an obstetrician/gynecolpgist rotate staffing of the clinic. Dr. James Balger, Dr. Frederick Bean, Dr. Gerald Gass, Dr. Ramona Kwapiszewski, Dr. Robert Leeser, Dr. Douglas Vanator and Dr. Sandra Russell are the clinic physicians. The OB Clinic is open Mon­ day and Thursday evenings. Appointments for the clinic may be scheduled by calling the hospital’s specialty clinics at (517) 543-9500. CARD OF THANKS Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday To the anonymous person from Grace Community who was so very kind to us. Thank you, it was very much appreiciated. Roger & Jane Pierce CARD OF THANKS Our sincere thanks to Dr. Ebaugh, Dr. Sabong, Pennock Hospital and Tendercare. Our appreciation to our fami­ ly, friends, and neighbors for their cards, prayers, food, and memorials. A “Special” thank you to Rev. John Huntley, Ray Girbach and ladies of the Methodist Church for the lunch after the service. May God bless you all. The family of Marshall Green Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! <0 WE CAN FINANCE Prenatal classes offered at Hayes Green Beach Hayes Green Beach techniques, cesarean birth, in­ register before classes begin. Hospital, in conjunction with fant care, breast and bottle For registration information, Expectant Parents Organiza- feeding, and take a tour ofthe call Hayes Green Beach tion, is offering a prenatal hospital. The class fee is $75 Hospital at (517) 543-1050, class series in Charlotte begin­ per couple, with financial extension 200, or call Expec­ ning the first week of August. assistance available to those tant Parents Organization at The series consists of seven who qualify. You must (517) 337-7365. classes. All classes are Thursdays, from 7 to 9 p.m. in HGB Hospital’s Specialty Clinics, 123 Lansing Street, Charlotte. This prenatal class series is ideal for first time parents. The Sunfield Church of the They present regular programs You will learn about pregnan­ Brethren will have a musical to the Apple Creek Develop­ cy, labor and delivery, program with the Horst Fam­ ment Center and the Wayne breathing and relaxation ily as guests Sunday, July 20. County Justice Center. The Sunfield Church of the The Horsts, from Real Estate Smithville, Ohio, will per- Brethren is located two miles NASHVILLE 2 story 3bd. form at the 10:30 a.m. service south of Sunfield at the comer home on comer lot majority re­ and at the 7 p.m. service. of St. Joe Highway and Sun­ done featuring new kitchen with field Road. The family has been in the oak cabinets, 90t furnace, windows, flooring, wall cover­ music ministry for 15 years. ing etc. all of this for $585 hard to believe? 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All postitions start out at $410 per week, plus earn production bonuses. For one on one inter­ view call between 10:00-5:00pm 616-243-9222. Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Recreation 1983 HONDA GOLDWING 1100 CC, excellent shape. Call anytime after 517-726-0817 6pm Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 15. 1997 — Page 11 Cooking Corner^^ 5w SS\K *!l\t KluS’bb l* . *!lt luSl* iSfoiNJ ‘&SS jest's " r. 'M tw' Hot New Cookbook Celebrates 50 Years OfPicante Home Cooking (NAPS>—As Americans continue to turn up the culinary thermostat (salsa sales still surpass those of ketchup), we are all search­ ing for ways to give a spicy kick to our home cooking. In celebration of 50 years—and uncounted gallons—of delicious picante sauce, the PACE FAMILY RECIPE ROUND-UP 50TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK (Time-Life Books, $14.95) blazes new trails in bringing the authen­ tic heat ofthejalapeno to 100 easy and delightful recipes. Organized into seven mouthand brow-watering chapters, the book features downhome dishes that are easy to pre­ pare and guaranteed to please the whole family. The book also includes special recipes that are low-fat, espe­ cially bold and spicy, and winners of past Pace recipe competitions! A spicy new cookbook sets the “pace” for flavor­ ful, zesty home dishes. Whether you’re prepar­ ing a casual family supper or looking for fresh ideas for entertaining, the PACE FAMILY RECIPE ROUND-UP is sure to offer practical, flavorful and innovative dinner sug­ gestions. To order the book call 1-800-TRY-PACE. Readers will get an idea of the book’s flavor with this recipe for Texas TwoStep Chicken Picante. III Texas Two-Step Chicken Picante * isabnt tS*k \>N \>Nb *^isi’k4 । ft. Gtrij Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes cups PACE Picante Sauce (12 ounces) tablespoons packed light brown sugar tablespoon Dijon-style mustard skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound) 3 cups hot cooked rice l/z 3 , 1 4 1. Mix picante sauce, sugar and mustard. 2. Place chicken on lightly oiled grill rack over medium-hot coals. Grill uncovered 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning and brushing often with 14 cup picante sauce mixture. Heat remaining sauce to a boil and serve with chicken and rice. Serves 4. MilW ttfete MfaOtpnm to ■ MM. Hilfp Miki .Mrt Ik^F t tetai» iai(i**1‘,F Easy Oven Chicken Picante: Prepare as in step 1. In step 2 place chicken in 2-quart shallow bak­ ing dish. Pour picante sauce mixture over chicken. Bake at 400°F. for 20 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Serve with rice. 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Discus (male) — 4th-6th: Daniel Sealy 54-10; 7th-9th: Andrew Kenyon 48-3; 10th12th: Dennis Rodeman 75-9; Adults: Gary Hamilton 844. High jump (female) — 4th-6th: Heidi McCrimmon 3­ 6; 7th-9th: Aubry Murphy 4­ 0; Adults: Holly Taylor 4-10. High jump (male) — 7th9th: Justin Sealy 4-6; 10th12th: Geoff Malone 4-6; Adults: Tony Eye 5-0. Long jump (female) — Kdg-3rd: Jordan Hayes 8-1 1/2; 4th-6th: Heidi McCrimmon 10-3; 7th-9th: Amy Stevens 13-1. Long jump (male) — Kdg3rd: Anderson Hayes 54 1/2; 7th-9th: Andy Ewing 16-2 1/2; 10th-12th: Jon Kenyon 17-1. Pole vault (female) — 4th6th: Heidi McCrimmon 5-0; 7th-9th: Nicole McMillon 4­ 0. Pole vault (male) — 7th9th: Adam Watson 9-0; 10th12th: Dennis Rodeman 9-3; Adults: Tony Eye 10-0. Shot put (female): 7th-9th: Christy Todd 16-9. Shot put (male) — 4th-6th: Daniel Sealy 22-1 1/2; 7th9th: Justin Sealy 23-4; 10th12th: Andy Patrick 37-6; Adults: Gary Hamilton 36-10 1/2. 800 (female) — 7th-9th: Kari Emerick 3:02; 10th-12th: Nicole Wilson 2:53. 800 (male) — 4th-6th: Daniel Sealy 3:05. *** Hurdles (female) — Kdg3rd: Lauren Pierce 11.12 (55 hurdles); 4th-6th: Hilary Krolik 10.18 (55 hurdles); 7th-9th: Amanda Scramlin 21.92 (100 hurdles). Hurdles (male) — Kdg-3rd: Anderson Hayes 17.6 (55 hurdles); 4th-6th: Justin Hoard 1138 (55 hurdles); 10th-12th: Jon Kay 19.84 (110 hurdles). Prediction mile (male) — I Oth-12th: Jon Kay (21 seconds off prediction); Adults: Rod Todd (53 seconds offprediction). 100 (female) — Kdg-3rd: Lauren Pierce 12.37 (70 m), 4th-6th: Kortney Ewing 12.30 (70 m); 7th-9th: Alisha VanEngen (14.50 (100 m). 100 (male) — Kdg-3rd: Anderson Hayes (no time recorded); 4th-6th: Garrett VanEngen 13.08 (70 m); 7th9th: Matt Malone 15.56 (100 m); 10th-12th: Andy Patrick 12.08 (100 m); Adults: Rob VanEngen 13.49 (100 m). 400 Relay (female) — 4th6th: Ewing, Malone, Krolik, Green 1:09.15; 7th-9th: Nisse, Murphy, VanEngen, Emerick 1:02.8. 400 Relay (male) — 7th9th: Wilson, Schantz, Kenyon, Sealy 1:08.9; 10th12th: Patrick, Krolik, Ewing, Kenyon 55.4; Adults: Sessions, Hamilton, Wilson, VanEngen 56.85. 400 (male) 4th-6th: Danny Sealy 1:23.29; 10th12th: GeoffMalone 1:21.97. 200 (female) — 4th-6th: Lindsay Malone 36.06; 7th9th: Amy Stevens 31.53. 200 (male) — 10th-12th: Andy Patrick 25.44. 800 Realy (female) — 4th6th: A. Hayes, S. Pierce, L. Pierce, J. Hayes 3:0036. 800 Relay (male) — 7th9th: Wilson, Shantz, Kenyon Malone 2:1831. 10th-12th: B. Wilson, R. Wilson, N. Wilson, Rodeman V 2:05.85. Special thanks is given to all of the workers who have helped during the summer track season. The next track practice is today (Tuesday, July 15), the last ribbon meet is July 18 and the Meet of Champions is July 26. "Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that ven' important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and see one ofour Wedding Specialists. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-955^ *• • Feature... M?uAck $4099 Lllbe ......... I Qtfjgj major brands of oil available M-66 TIRE Mechanic On Duty S ID B M *!!***!»> -»— and — Petersen Enterprises Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks • 616-374-1200 ri~\ 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 • Located with (M-66 Tire) Keep Those Combines Rollin! 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Near Frandor • Behind Channel 6 If you have ever thought about buying a boat...N0W IS THE TIME...you will never pay less! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 15, 1997 — Page 12 Drum major to attend Illinois University clinic during the holiday season in December and January. Katrina Rasey has been leading the band as drum ma-leadingthebandasdrumma given given Maple Maple Valley Valley High High School band members much jor now for a full year. After ofc aoochance to esleeep sin tuhcis hearing the announcement last for yet another trip later this summer. latest adventure summer. Thissaesavenure will take the Vermontville teen to the University of Illi- showmanship, squad drills, and competitions with signals and commands. She also will be working g on individual style, leadership and motivational techniques summer, she has spent many hours in classroom study and on the field working toward the end of July and lots of personal and collective goals. Though the band is considfund-raisers needed to prepare for a trip to the Peach Bowl ered to be top of the line, nois for the Smith Walbridge Drum Major Clinic, where she will be learning new methods of computer charting and show design, advanced levels of conducting and while at the university. Rumor has it that she also may be introduced to the 1995 World Champaign Cavaliers Drum & Bugle Corps. After her return from Illi- by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Summer vacation hasn't year. They have a busy season ahead with camp coming up Rasey said she still has work to do, and now is preparing For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from. We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Char otte _ thograph no. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Come try our Xerox machine... capable of collating, copying and stapling 144 5. 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Troyers d Beef sirloin Steak 11 Katrina Rasey nois, Rasey will have just a one-week reprieve before going on to band camp with the remainder ofthe Maple Valley band. There, the group will learn more drills and techniques, and have a chance to "compare notes" with many other high school bands. And the Peach Bowl? "What an honor," said Di­ rector Dennis Vanderhoef. "We were one of very few bands that received a personal invitation to the Peach Bowl." There the group will be performing at halftime and playing with other bands from across the United States. There is much work to be 12 Oz., Regular or Lite Spam ® $<89 3/3.5 oz. IGA Microwave 3 Lt 24 Oz., Hershey 1# Tub IGA Soft Choc. Syrup 2Z$9OO Margarine , 1/2 Ga., Bareman’s Popcorn Wit. D Milk BUY 1, GET 1 FREE $<99 With One Completed Super 726-0640 640 ffllisSpread^ Limit 2 please Gal., Bareman’ /GA __ Orange Juice Vermontville Grocery . ”an . Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-07-22.pdf 33d2f2729be385f68bb8ccbffc4969a6 PDF Text Text bulk RATE u. S. POSTAGE ^PAID^ fhtftwtpAn 49058 Remit No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 30 — Tuesday, July 22, 1997 Maple Valley assistant principal promoted to next level by Jason Carr Staff Writer Todd Gonser has been named the new principal at Maple Valley High School. Gonser has been assistant principal and athletic director since 1993. Before that, he had been a U.S. history and physical education teacher at Maple Valley since 1986. He is a 1980 graduate of Olivet High School and a 1984 graduate of Olivet Col­ lege, majoring in history and minoring in physical educa­ tion, and earned his master's degree in secondary educa­ tional leadership from Western Michigan University in 1991. Gonser succeeds Larry Lenz, who retired after 30 years as Maple Valley High School's principal. Gonser said Lenz first hired him and taught him a lot. "He's a good guy. It's hard not to learn from a guy who's been around that long. He's the one who hired me as a teacher, so he's sort of been junior high students a greater sense of ownership. Gonser also added volleyball and wrestling to the junior high extracurricular activities, helped establish the senior scholar-athlete banquet for the Southern Michigan Athletic Association and scheduled and helped run the first home meet at the new Maple Valley track. "It's nice for them to have would make it easier to con­ their own identity and their vert the high school to block scheduling and running a own ownership," he said. He said he believes that task seven-hour day at the junior would be accomplished further high. t "Basically, everything lies by passing a bond proposal that separates the two build­ in that bond issue," Gonser said. ings. He said his main goal is to Gonser called passing a new bond proposal in September prepare students for "real life one of his goals, saying that situations" through college separating the two schools prep classes, vocational educa­ tion, technological classes and the "School-to-Work" pro­ gram. "Not all kids are college bound and we have to find ways to send them in direc­ tions to help them be success­ ful," he said. Gonser said he was "pleased" to be named the new principal. "It's something I've been building for the last four years." M.V. track meet of Champions set for Saturday Todd Gonser my mentor." In his tenure as assistant principal, Gonser established and.organized the Junior High Pride Cedar Point trip and helped to separate the junior high and high school pep as­ semblies, which he said gives by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer A grand finale to Maple Valley's summer track program will run this Saturday. This meet, known as the "Meet of Champions" will begin at 10 a.m. with field events and running events beginning at 10:30 a.m. A $5 entry fee is required and there will be medals for the top three placings in each When children showed an interest in jumping hurdles at the track events this summer, those available at the Maple Valley Track were just a bit to tall. Mini hurdles were then designed. These young ladies are Kortney Ewing, Andrea Cobb and Samantha Pierce. The punch bunch... Three Vermontville girls who attended last Tuesday's Story Hour at the Opera House — Amanda Morehouse, Amanda Forest and Teketha Wright — enjoy some punch on the building's front porch following Bob Learner's presentation. For more information on the Story Hour, see the story and photos inside today's Maple Valley News. event other than relays. Medals will be awarded to the two top relay teams. A special event is also planned with the grand prize being a "Tweeny Beanie Baby." According to Coordinator, Jerry Sessions, there are loads of prizes for those who wish to show off their running and jumping skills. "There is a practice of this event tonight (June 22) and it's not too late to sign up for Saturday," said Sessions. "This will be our last meet of the summer and it's open to all ages. Bring the whole family and join the fun!" Sessions has had a busy season, this being the first such "family track" club at the Valley. "We have had a wonderful turn out this summer, and everyone has had fun," he reported following last week's meet. "This was intended for families to do together and we have had participants of all ages." It seems that the new track at M.V. has been quite busy, with mini hurdles set up for youngsters, and many high school athletics using the gathering as a means for a little extra summer practice. See Track meet, P. 8 Girl upgraded to serious condition after crash A 12-year-old Nashville girl has been upgraded to serious after two weeks ofbeing listed in critical condition at Butter­ worth Hospital as a result of injuries sustained in a traffic accident July 3. Katie Clark was seriously injured in the car-van accident in Maple Grove Township. She is recuperating in DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids. Clark and her sister, Amy Clark, 10, were air lifted to Butterworth after the van they were riding in was struck by a car driven by Christopher Wilkins, 19, of Hastings. The van was spun sideways by the impact and rolled several times before coming to rest in a field. Amy was released from the hospital on July 5. The driver of the van, Gary Clark, 55, Heather Clark, 11, Emily Clark, 8, Christopher Clark, 6, and Michael Reid, 14, as well as Wilkins, all were treated at Pennock Hos­ pital in Hastings and released. In This Issue... • Two Vermontville youths win awards at Eaton County Fair • MV Scholarship Foundation receives $57,238 donation • Singing Strings to perform at Sunfield church • “Bunyan and Banjoes" program set at Vermontville Story Hour program �Th* Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 2 Two Vermontville youths win awards at Eaton County Fair Nick Thompson and his reserve grand champion steer. Kelly Fox and her steer and its buyer from Citizens Elevator of Vermontville. 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He also was named grand champion beef showman. Quality Dairy of Charlotte bought his crossbred steer and Upright Construction bought his Maine-Anjou steer, RD. Because Thompson was named grand champion beef showman, he was invited to compete in the showmanship sweepstakes for all species of animals, including sheep, swine, dairy, goats, beef, lla­ mas and horses. He placed fourth overall. The top showman was Megan Wheaton from Charlotte. Thompson graduated with high honors from Maple Val­ ley High School in June. He is active in 4-H and the FFA and has held offices in both organizations. He also is a member of the Barnstormers 4-H Club. Fox placed second in her steer class and second in showmanship with her steer, Paycheck. Citizens Elevator of Vermontville purchased the steer at the livestock sale. Fox, who will be a fifth­ grader at Maplewood School this fall, plays floor hockey, is a member of the Barn­ stormers 4-H Club and is in her second year of4-H. louak church schedule ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................. 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Momship Worship .... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............ 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M.-Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC L1SON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship............. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (V» ml. East of M-66, 5 mi. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service......................... 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 3 M.V. Scholarship Foundation receives $57,238 donation H. Hugh Hickok of Okemos, a 19422 graduate of Nashville High School, recently donated stocks to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation, with the request that they be sold. As a result, the MVMSF received $57,238.15 from the sale through Dean Witter Reynolds, Inc. Hickok is a graduate of Michigan State College of Business. He is retired from the United States Treasury Department, where he worked as an Internal Revenue agent. Hickok has been supportive of the MVMSF since its beginning, and previously achieved benefactor status. Several times his donations have been designated in memory of his father, Ward Hickok. He is a veteran of the United States Army. Another benefactor listing, and long time supporter, Guido and Elizabeth Binda, donated an additional $1,000 recently. H.H. Sackett (also benefac- tor and regular contributor to MVMSF) donated $400. Many of his donations have been in memory of Hale Sackett, whom many will remember from his work at Nashville High School. At the time of the recent Alumni Association gather­ ing, many alumni joined in remembering the MVMSF with a total of $597 being received. Members of the Vermontville High School Class of 1947 donated addi­ tionally from their own reunion. Additional 1997 funder listings are Larry and Barbara Musser, MVMSF’s early, constant and generous sup­ porters (one of first benefac­ tors); Harold and June Satterly; M. Marie Fisher; Vernon and Elva Boyles, all long time supporters. Vernon and Elva Boyles have achieved patron status. Maplewood employees donated in memory of Edward Hadd; Elbert and Dorothy New books, videos at the Vermontville Twp. 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Stellar Health PnxJmtt. Inc. AVAILABLE AT: Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main St. Nashville 517-852-0845 Creek Museum will be here to share his knowledge of dinosaurs. Today also is the first day of the ReaderOsaurus summer reading program. Everyone that wants to participate should stop by the library for a packet of materials. The program ends Aug. 9 and everyone who reads 20 books will be entered into the grand prize drawing. There also will be rewards given for every five books read, as well as weekly drawings. New titles Junior: Question books from Discovery Toys include, Why?, Where?, What?, Who?, When?, and How? The Night the Angels Sang by Allan Ross. Sniffles by Stephen Cosgrove. Stars Near and Far by Robin Dexter. Bears by Joanne Mattern, Friendly Snowman by Sharon Gordon. A board book, Who’s Who at the Seaside by Templar Publishing. Videos House on Haunted Hill (Vincent Price), You’re In­ vited to Mary-Kate and Ashley’s, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olson, Our First Video, Young Frankenstein (Gene Wilder), Ace Ventura Pet Detective (Jim Carrey), and The Burbs (Tom Hanks). Carpenter donated in memory of Thelma Herring; Kenneth Herring and Iva Ward, as did Larry and Barbara Musser and Harold and June Satterly. Larry and Barbara Musser also donated in memory of Wayne Foster, Helen Barlow, Helen Steward, Roger Hosey and Larry Neil Musser. Harold and June Satterly also donated in memory of Dorothy Smith. Greg and Bobbi Hoefler donated in memory of Earl Smith; Bob and Lois Simple in memory of Wayne Foster; Mary Jean Hadden in memory of June Pember; Connie Smith in memory of Virginia Seibert, Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High staff in memory of Ernest W. Smith; Vernon and Elva Boyles in memory of Vaughn Boyles; and Gertrude Montgomery in memory of Mabie Power, as did Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter. Additional donations in memory of Edna Smith were from: Bill and Shannon Fineout, Susan and Steve Hodgman and family, and Carol and Norm Satterly. Donations in memory of Don Pixley were from Dorothy Mahar, Ray and Helen Bond, Roger and Diane Gardner, Bob and Lois Gard­ ner, Forrest and Elaine Gard­ ner, Karen Kirchhoff, and Elmer and Junia Jarvie, who also donated in memory of Don Langham. Dave Hustwick, Donna Garvey and Brinda Hawkins gave additional memorials for Guendoline Seeburger. DeVere and Barbara Cook donated once again to the MVMSF. The fiscal year for MVMSF ended June 30. For a copy of the audit report, or other in­ formation, or to make dona­ tions, write MVMSF c/o J. Jarvie. Box 715, Nashville, Mich. 49073. • NOTICE The Castleton Township Board is seeking applicants to fill the Trustee vacancy on the township board. This person shall submit a letter of interest to: Loma L Wilson, Township Clerk 915 Reed Street P.O. 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Pufpaff Obituaries Mary Madelon Pennington PLANT CITY, FLORIDA Mary Madelon Pennington, age 76, of Plant City, Florida, formerly of Hastings, passed away Thursday, July 17,1997 at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland, Florida after a brief illness. Mrs. Pennington was bom April 4, 1921 in Vermontville to Dale and Leone (Buehler) Cotton. She married Gerald “Jack” Pennington on February 28, 1941 in Vermontville. Mrs. Pennington worked for Middleville Engineering in the late 1950’s to 1960’s. She later worked for Sunset Acres and Thomapple Manor Nursing Home’s until her retirement. Madelon and her husband Jack moved to Plant City, Florida in 1984 where they managed Trailer Square Mobile Home Park and where she continued to manage the park until her death. She was a member of the Northside Baptist Church of Plant City where she was a Sunday School teacher, a member of the choir and the Ladies Missionary Group. She Eldorado Stone • Durable Masonry Product • Cost Effective • Lightweight • Interior or Exterior • Realistic Colors & Design • Suitable for any type of construction • Fire proof •No footings needed Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. South side of Nashville on M-66 W Ph. 517-852-1900 fl MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) NASHVILLE Keith R. Pufpaff, age 71, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Pufpaff was bom on August 2,1925 in Hastings, the son of Glenn and Mabie (Martin) Pufpaff. He was raised in Assyria, Hickory Comers and Hastings areas. He attended Lincoln, Hickory Comers and Hastings schools. He graduated in 1943 from Hastings High School. He married Viola L. Lite in was very active in the numerous activities ofthe trailer park and ran the church services there on Sunday afternoons. Mrs. Pennington enjoyed crocheting, cross stitching crafts and she also loved spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald “Jack” Marie B. ‘Babe’ Pennington in November Bruce___ 7—-— 1990. Mrs. Pennington is survived NASHVILLE - Marie B. by three sons, Jack Pennington “Babe” Bruce, age 93, of ofHastings, James Pennington Nashville, passed away of Middleville and John Wednesday, July 16, 1997 at Pennington of Nashville; two Thornapple Manor in daughters, Jerri K. Powell of Hastings. Battle Creek and Janet L. Mill­ Mrs. Bruce was bom May er of Hastings; one sister, 11, 1904 in Cincinatti, Ohio, Barbara Drewyor of Eaton the daughter of Albert and Rapids; one brother, Harold Adaline Breen. She attended Cotton of Vermontville; Cincinatti schools. fifteen grandchildren and one She married Jay Bruce on great grandchild. April 30,1947 in Battle Creek. There will be visitation on Mrs. Bruce owned and oper­ Tuesday, July 22, 1997 at the ated a restaurant in Nashville First Baptist Church of Hast­ in the 1950’s and was a super­ ings, 309 E. Woodlawn, Hast­ visor at Mighigan Magnetics ings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Company in Vermontville for Memorial services will be at 17 years. 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, She was a member of the July 23, 1997 at First Baptist Church of Hastings. Reverend Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW Don Roscoe and Reverend Post #8260 in Nashville and enjoyed dancing, ancng,musc, music, bowlow­ Rob VanEngen will be enjoye ing, flower gardening, travellofficiating. Memorial contributions ing, crochetting, camping and may be made to the American collecting stuffed animals. Mrs. Bruce was preceded in Cancer Society, American Red Cross or the charity of one’s death by two brothers, Charles and Floyd Breen. choice. She is survived by her husband, Jay, one daughter, In Memory Betty May Dunn of Bellevue; IN LOVING MEMORY OF three sons, Robert (Peggy) Lewis Sherman Ritter Manistique, Dan (Barb) who passed away 4 years ago Ritter of Escanaba and David July 25, 1993. Missed everyday (Peg) Bruce of Hampton, by your family. Virginia; nine grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 19, 1997 at MEMBERS OF BARRYMaple Valley Chapel-Genther EATON BOARD OF REALTORS Funeral Home. Chaplain & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Richard Genther and The Ladies Auxiliary officiated. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial donations may be REALTOR® made to the Thornapple Manor. 1951. Mr. Pufpaff was a Veteran ofWorld War H serving in the United States Army Air Corps. He ws employed with Hamilton’s Excavating Company, E.W. Bliss Company, Clark Equipment of Battle Creek, Hastings Manufacturing Company and farming and his own feed grinding business. Mr. Pufpaff ws a former member of Hastings Flying Club. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola on February 12, 1987 and his parents. Mr. Pufpaff is survived by two sons, Brian (Suzanne) Pufpaffof Nashville and Kevin (Marcia) Pufpaff of Shepherd; two grand children and one brother, Karl (Agnes) Pufpaff of Nashville. Memorial services were held Saturday, July 19,1997 at Peace United Methodist Church. Reverend Bufford W. Coe officiated. Burial took place at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Parkinson’s Disease Foundation. Funeral arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Pearl M. Pyke___ GRAND RAPIDS - Pearl M. Pyke, age 73, of Grand Rapids, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 1997 at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Mrs. Pyke was bom March 3,1, 1924 in Walkerville, the daughter of Emil and Alice (Swift) Wahl. She was raised in Walkerville and attended Gowdy Country School and Walkerville High School. She married Thomas Pyke. Mrs. Pyke was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; one brother, Harold Wahl and one sister, Olive Pyle. She is survived by six sisters, Eunice Jones of Grand Haven, Inez Lursema ofNash­ ville, Margery Watts of Grand Rapids, Marilyn Chaffee of Nashville and Shirley Ward of Saranac; one brother, Herbert Wahl of Hastings and many nieces and nephews. Graveside services were held oh Friday, July 18,1997 at the Abson Cemetery in Walkerville. Memorial contributions may be made to Nashville Fire Department or charity ofone’s choice. Funeral arrangements were made by Maple V alley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville. Evelyn Amanda Reist CHARLOTTE Evelyn Amanda Reist, age 71, of Charlotte, passed away Monday, July 14, 1997. Evelyn was bom December 11, 1925 in Lansing, the daughter of Samuel and Lillian Pearl (Forbes) Reist. She worked in Title Revue for the Secretary of State and was a member of the First Congregational Church in Charlotte. 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Call Nyle 726-1234 dont always read direct maii ads- National Newspaper Association readership study, Spotlight on the Reader For more information, call 1 (800) 829-4NNA. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22. 1997 — Page 5 New titles available at Vermontville Township Library Adult fiction Affair by Amanda Quick, Amethyst Dreams by Phylis Whitney, Both Ends of the Night by Marcia Muller, The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Braun, Detective, a novel by Arthur Hailey, Guilt by John Lescroat, Kat Scratch Fever by Karen Kijewski, Maze by Catherine Coulter, Obses­ sion by Catherine Cookson, Power of a Woman by Bar­ bara Bradford, Secrecy, a Bunyan and Banjoes” program at Vermontville Story Hour today «lw* s'ijis afe h * h■ f& L, J’tatakk, ^MtS 'WittW i’s ?s WW.Iaijniki fax.I aijniki| is?s fax | &tai tai mom,, kfa fa WqJiljM tai ii fytafet ttaMbi SJi Kttlffll Qtaj ssiih^ite: l Kt lR Hot tifdia IM !0t jj r(r: tiDta) Iftatah 'EroWii CtKfflJifci!! tottae lieMta "Bunyan and Banjoes" is a folk music and story program by nationally known artist Kitty Donohoe. First conceived during Michigan's 150th birthday in 1987, the collection of mostly original songs about the "mitten state" has grown to become first a tape and then a book that are used by elementary teachers to enhance Michigan history lessons. Donohoe will be the next featured artist at the Vermontville Story Hour Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Opera House. Donohoe's songs and stories cover a variety of subjects such as lumberjacks, voyageurs, the Great Lakes, maple syrup, and a lot more. Folk instruments that Donohoe plans to use include the Indian mouth bow, guitar, mountain and hammered dulcimers, banjo and limberjack. Special tapes and books will be available after the concert. Don't miss "Bunyan and Banjoes" for a rollicking good time for both children and adults. The show is sponsored by the Michigan Humanities Council. For more information about the upcoming Story Hour programs, contact Mary Fisher at 726-0670. novel by Belva Plain, Shadow Woman by Thomas Perry, The Bright Sword of Justice by Alan Morris (Guardians of the North), Eyes of a Stranger by Sharon Heisel, Finding the Dream by Nora Roberts, The Persian Pickle Club by Sandra Dallas, Touch the Wild Wind by Cassie Ed­ wards, Vengeance of the Mountains Man by Will Johnston, and 1st Degree Bum by Peter Lance. Non-fiction In Heaven As on Earth: A Vision ofthe Afterlife by M. Scott Peck, The National Audubon Society Field Guide to Mushrooms and The Added Dimension: Everyday Advice for Adults with ADD by Kate Kelly and Peggy Ramundo. #40, In The Zone by H. Herman, Killer at Seat by F. Pascal, My Best Friend’s Girlfriend by W. Loggia and River of No Return by V, Lahey. Junior fiction Hatchet by Gary Paulson (Caldecott Honor Book), Alien by K.A. Applegate (Animorphs #8), Andelite’s Gift by K.A. Applegate (Megamorphs #1), The Blind Pony by J. Betancourt, BSC in theU.S.A. by A. Martin, Firestorm by G. Deweese, Heaven Help Us! by C. Bennett Teen Angels Junior non-fiction Why Do Cats Do That? by N. White and First Facts About the Middle Ages by F. Macdonald. Vermontville Library Story Hour will present Kit­ ty Donohue, with songs and ftin at The Opera House, to­ day from 1 to 2 p.m. (July 22). Kitty Donohoe will sing songs and share stories about the "Great Lake State" today during Vermontville's Story Hour. (Photo provided) Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Cottage cheese, ham Wednesday, July 23 Baked chicken quarter, bak­ roll/turkey roll, tomato or V-8 ed potato w/s.c., stewed juice, broccoli salad, bread, tomatoes, bread, margarine, margarine, fresh fruit, mustard pack. pudding. Tuesday, July 29 Thursday, July 24 Meatballs w/mushroom Chef’s choice. Barry Coun­ gravy, mashed potatoes, baby ty picnic. carrots, bread, margarine, Friday, July 25 Goulash, corn., Italian grapes. Events blend, bread, margarine, Wednesday, July 23 — fruit. Hastings, foot care, blood Monday, July 28 pressure day, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, social day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, July 24 — all sites closed. Sr. Picnic 11:00-1:30. Tropical Paradise. Friday, July 25 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, July 28 — Hastings, music, Peterson/Sage; Nashville, game day. Tuesday, July 29 — Puzzle Day. For Reminder Action-Ads Can 945-9554 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Reach over 27,000 area homes’ Off On Everything Cash & Carry Mapes Florist 207 North Main Street, Nashville '• Phone 852-2050 TOLL FREE 1-800-445-2050 (in and out ofstate bbsm Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. E. Saginaw St. at US 127, Lansing. Near Frontier • Behinti Channel 6 If you have ever thought about buying a boat.,.NOW 15 THE TlME...you will never pay less! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 6 Dinosaurs the big topic at Vermontville Story Hour A group of roughly 40 area kids watched and listened as Bob Learner, from the Kingman Museum in Battle Creek, provided them with information about the prehistoric animals. Bob Learner, the director of the Kingman Museum of Natural History in Battle Creek, gave an audience of nearly 40 area kids an entertaining lesson on dinosaurs last Tuesday at the Vermontville Story Hour. Learner not only told stories, but played songs that pertained to the large pre- historic creatures, dazzling the children in the process. The 45-minute program kept the feet tapping and the eyes wide open. The Kingman Museum's "Raptors to Rex: The Dinosaur Predators" exhibit is an enormous display for discovery, exploration and learning. $ CHERYL’S! HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles... arsyes...or Men, Women & Children Hours: Mo.n. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; Thurs. Closed; Fri. 9 am - 3 the aht and science oi> pure pm, Sat. 9 am - 12 pm (Every other Saturday) m-ower and plant essences, a AV EDA. A Kids, 8 years of age or older, were also given the opportunity to sign up for the "Readerosauras" program. The contest, which runs through Aug. 9, will include weekly games and prizes. A grand prize drawing will be held for those who attend every week. Thank You CARD OF THANKS The family of Herbert Yaudes wishes to express our sincere thanks for all your kindness. The prayers, calls, food brought in, memorial contribu­ tions, Pastor James Hynes, the ladies ofotif church for the lunc­ heon all were greatly appreciated. Ada Yaudes Phil & Sue Howard & family Bill & Janet Eastman & family Orvin & Nancy Moore & family Don & Lynn Blakely & family CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank my friends, family, Ladies Aux. of V.F.W., Maple Grove Birthday Club, UM Church; for cards, flowers, and gifts I recieved while in the hospital and at home after surgery. All were deeply appreciated. Clara Pennoc,k ANNUAL JULY PAJNT SA.UE. 25% OFF ALL QUARTS AND GALLONS OF ALL H.W.I. BRAND PAINT (MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS) SALE PRICE ALSO APPLIES TO ALL SPECIAL ORDER PAINT. SALE PRICES OOP JULY 1ST - JULY 51ST Vermontville Hardware Bob Learner played songs and gave the kids information about dinosaurs last Tuesday as part of the Story Hour in Vermontville. Here, Learner uses a couple of hometown friends to get his message across. Eaton County MSU Extension can help with ‘Money Trap Information and programs on “The Money Trap” are available through the Eaton County MSU Extension. Learn how to set up household budgets, manage resources and how to stretch food dollars through bulletins available at the Extension office. This fall, a new program called Money 2000 will be available, that will include a wide range of topics to put family finances back on track and create a family savings. There is also the newly developed Life Skills program for limited income families who need help in the areas of money management, budgeting and family nutrition. Controlling your family finances isn’t hard once you get started. It takes about a halfhour per week plus an ad­ ditional two hours per month to be organized and in control of your finances. “Money doesn’t grow on tree!” is a fact for most Americans. Middle income families who are living a com­ fortable lifestyle risk falling into the money trap from over spending, an unplanned major home or car repair, medical emergencies or divorce. These situations are critical for limited or low income families who are less able to handle any major financial loss. Limited income families obviously fare much worse and are in a constant financial struggle to make sure there is enough food on the table, the rent and utilities are paid and transportation expenses are 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-716-Illi Pets Doug Durkee - Proprietor WEIMERINER PUPS: AKC great hunting and family dogs, $300. 948-9513 evenings. HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm met. It’s called “Living on the Edge,” and for these families loss of money control is only part of the problem — they may also be unsure of how to manage or lack the basic skills to gain control of their finances. Television and radio com­ mercials, billboards, newspaper ads and large ban­ ners in bank windows scream “Buy Now — Pay Later — In­ terest Free,” etc. and pre- approved credit card applica­ tions fill the mailboxes. Are you running out of money or food before the next check arrives, floating checks, or having checks return on a regular basis? Do you regularly pay only the minimum payments on credit card bills? For more information, con­ tact Tara Miller, Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: July 22-26 — 4-H Dairy Days, MSU, East Lansing. July 25-26 — Allegan Rodeo. July 28 — Small Animal Sale Banquet, 7 p.m., Expo Center. August 4 — Barry County Homemakers Picnic and Council Meeting at Alene Hamilton’s, 12:30 p.m. August 15-17 — State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, East Lansing. August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Cail... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22. 1997 — Page 7 ‘Singing Strings’ to perform Disaster Never Rests. Singin' Strings The “Singin’ Strings” will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday, Ju­ ly 27, at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. Members are Garland Buhrer, fiddle; Lee Patterson, mandolin; Lucy Patterson, bass; Ella Kimble, autoharp; and Red Kimble, guitar. The Kimbles of Cascade and the Pattersons of Mid­ dleville have performed together snice the early 1970s, entertaining for senior citizen groups, nursing homes, chur­ ches, and community and private celebrations. Gar Buhrer, a fiddle player from Jenison, joined the On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library fcsin bmb Mitd® niri Aitjaiwil to-fcj mwttfeiE tita t titci iitia fa istt M <r Iraki i te rantiiMJls'l H.T Hauls, oritt’ isiXB alp. SfrW®* J,.*** J *61* The summer reading pro­ gram is in full swing. Forty readers have already signed up and more are always welcome. Youngsters can read 19 books and receive either a canvas book bag or baseball cap. Other games and prizes are planned, too, as McDonald’s, Burger King and free video coupons will be given out. The program runs now through Aug. 2. Sunfield businesses that made dona­ tions to make this program possible were FMB Bank, Welch’s Hardware, Mapes Furniture, U.S. Post Office, Bonnie’s Place, Sun Print Publishing, Automotive Manufacturing, CCD & John Webster, Auto-Air Com-posites, Sharp Impression, Sunfield 4-H and JnM’s. New books this week in­ A clude Shadow Woman Jane Whitefield Novel by Thomas Perry; Special Delivery by Danielle Steel; Freedom’s Choice by Anne McCaffrey; The Burglar in the Library by Lawrence Block; What Do I Take? - A Consumer’s Guide to Nonprescription Drugs; Dictionary of Computer and Internet Terms; Sweet Valley High - Fashion Victim; and Sweet Valley University Dead Before Dawn. For junior readers, there is a new series, “Spine Chillers.” Enjoy thrills and chills with kids in the stories who have fun as they demonstrate Christian character based on love for God, parents and one another. There are four separate volumes, all by Fred E. Katz. The Friends of the Sunfield Library will have a used book sale at the Sunfield Farmer’s Picnic. Donated books can be dropped off at Welch’s Hard­ ware from now to mid­ August. The picnic is only one month away. All proceeds from the sale benefit the Sun­ field Library and patrons. No text books or magazines. The winners of the gummy bear guessing jar are Alex Bosworth and Joshua Vaillan­ court. They each guessed 47 bears and the correct number was 46 and so both will receive ajar ofbears to enjoy. Other prizes include Burger King, McDonald’s and free video coupons. New books this week include: Unnatural Exposure by Patricia Cornwell; The Columbia University Schol of Dental and Oral Surgery Guide to Family Dental Care; Exterior Home Repairs and Improvements by Black and Decker; How to Design, Build, Remodel and Maintain Your Home; and How to Get Into College, 1997 Edition by Newsweek. New videos are: Barney’s Musical Scrapbook and Teaching Your Teens to Drive — A Partnership for Survival provided by AAA of Michigan, Ford, Chrysler and General Motors. HELP WANTED group a few years ago. This acoustic string instru­ ment group has performed a number of times at Festival in Grand Rapids, played for many years at the Old Time Hammered Dulcimer Festivalin Evert and at the Hastings Summerfest and Music Showcase. They have performed on stage at the Jim­ my Driftwood Folk Music Bam, in Mountain View, Ark. The “Singin’ Strings” play traditional country, a little bluegrass and gospel music. The church is located at the comer of Sunfield Road and St. Joe Highway, two miles south of Sunfield. Disaster strikes somewhere every single day. Which means every single night someone needs food, shelter, and a place to rest. Please support the American Red Cross. Call 1-800-842-2200. Photographer: Dana Fineman Ben*Gay Squibb Centrum Cream and Ointment • 4 oz. Glycerin Silver • 100’s Greaseless or Original Ointment Suppositories Adult • 24’s Arthritis Formula or Ultra Strength 4 oz. - $5.59 Squibb Glycerin Suppositories Adult 12’s-S1.09 Gas-X Extra Strength Tablets • 18’s Cherry or Mint Surfak Imodium 240 mg. A-D Tablets • 100’s Liqui-Gels • 30’s EXTRA STRENGTH Gas-X Your Choice Doxidan Liquigels 10’s - S1.79 Aqua Velva Deodorant 2.25 oz. Select Varieties iMACE PHMMW Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 214 Main Street, Nashville Nashville Ambulance Training Provided 517-852-9661 Maalox Aqua Velva After Shave Lotion 3.5 oz. - $2.39 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 8 TRACK MEET, continued from front pag Several "fun" meets have already taken place this season, with divisions for moms, dads, and youngsters in disc throwing, long jump, pole vault and many different racing events. Sessions provided the Maple Valley News with results from the last such meet which took place on Friday July 18. Here are those results: Female Discus throwing: Participant Keely McMillon won the K-third grade division with a toss of 23.4 feet. The fourth thorough sixth grade division winner was Hilary Krolik scoring a distance of 46.1 feet. Nicole McMillon, placed at the top of the seventh through ninth grade division with 54.7 feet. In the adult division, Cindy Krolik beat out contestants with a throw of 42.3 feet. Male discus throwing: In the fourth through sixth grade division, Daniel Sealy throw his disc 55.2 feet coming in first place. Other winners were brother Justin Sealy with a toss of 51.11 feet in the seventh through ninth grade division, Dennis Rodeman with a toss of 72.6 feet in the 10th through 12th grade division and adult winner Gary Hamilton with a throw totaling 95.7 feet. Female high jump: Courtney Ripley who beat out others in her kindergarten-third grade division with a jump of 2.8 2.8 feet. feet. Hilary Hilary Krolik Krolik took took the fourth through sixth grade division with 3.8 feet and Moe Nisse won the seventh through ninth grade female division with a jump totaling 3.4 feet. COBB ftl! EsS® E® ® Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service I: i ’ 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb^j I g 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174ff Male high jump: Justin Sealy and Mike Smith both jumped a total of 4.10 feet making them first place winners in high school divisions. Female long jump: Chelsea Martin beat out other elementary youngsters with jump totaling 8.11 1/2 feet, and Kortney Ewing who won the fourth through sixth grade division with a jump totaling 10.9 1/2 feet. Male long jump: Glen Fox with a jump totaling 5.3 feet in the kindergarten-third grade division. Daniel Sealy took the fourth through sixth grade division division with with aajump jump totaling totaling 11.2 1/2 feet. The junior high winner was Andy Ewing with 16.1 feet and the high school winner was Jon Kenyon with a jump of 16.11 feet. Female Pole Vault: Heidi McCrimmon with a 5 foot even jump taking the fourth through sixth grade division. Moe Nisse beat out the other junior high contestants with a jump of 4.6 feet. Male pole vault: Daniel Sealy beat out the others in the fourtth through sixth grade division with a jump of three feet, Matt Malone jumping seven feet in the junior high division and Dennis Rodeman taking the high school competition with a jump of nine feet. Shot put: Christy Todd won with a throw of 19.10 feet, Garrett VanEngen took first with a throw of 15.7 1/2 feet, Andy Patrick won with throw of 36.2 1/2 feet and in the Maple Valley Summer Track program was designed as a family event. This is little Lauren Pierce and Jordan Hayes running the 70 meter dash. Both children participated against other elementary age kids. adult division, Gary Hamilton placed first with a throw totaling 35.10 feet. 800 meter run: Nicole McMillon won with a time of 3.50.83, Nicole Wilson prevailed with a time of 3.07.33, Daniel Rasey won with a time of 2.29.92 and Kathryn Murphy completing the run in 2.42.32. Female hurdles: Chelsea Martin beat out all contestants with a time on 12.23 and Kortney Ewing was another winner with a time of 10.20. In the junior high division, Amanda Scramlin beat out contestants with a time of 21.34. Male hurdles: Glen Fox took top place it the kindergarten-third division with a time of 15.60. Justin Hoard beat out other fourth through sixth graders with a time of 11.17 and Justin Sealy won the high school Continued next page — Aubrey Murphy has been a regular contestant in summer track events at Maple Valley. The long jump is one of many contests available to all ages. POSITION OPENINGS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Noon Duty Aide - Jr./Sr. High School .ours: 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Ability to effectively interact with high school students Knowledge of high school rules and policies as outlined in the student handbook Ability to work independently and with administration to maintain a safe and orderly environment. Duties include: Supervision of students in lunchroom, halls, gym and outside areas Rate of pay: Per Master Agreement Application should be made to Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, Attn: Todd 'Gonser, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, Ml 49096by August 1, 1997. Part-time Aide - Fuller Elementary .Hours: 11:00 a.m.-1:00'p.m. Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Patience in working with children Duties include: Supervision of students in lunchroom, halls and outside areas Rate of pay: Per Master Agreement ’Application should be made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 1, 1997. Part-time Aide - Maplewood Elementary Hours. 4 hours per day Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Must be flexible and self-directed Must demonstrate patience and be able to work with young adolescents Must have computer and keyboarding skills Duties include but are not limited to: Working with students on computers; assisting in the library/lunchroom; playground supervision. ?rnlna™°nLSH?U!l made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 1, 1997. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 9 Field workshop at KBS will focus farming Aug. 6 How cover crops, insect­ resistant alfalfa, pastures and managing the ecology sur­ rounding crop fields can in­ crease farm profitability will be seen Aug. 6 at Michigan State University’s Kellogg Biological Station (KBS). The mostly hands-on, crop­ touring workshop will focus on “profitable farming in our changing environment” and lQQ•-f will run from 2:30 through 7 p.m. at the KBS Farming Systems Center on 40th Street, about 1.5 miles south of Hickory Comers. The event and boxed evening meal are free. The program begins with a focus on the beneficial effect of cover crops on soil quality and nutrients. Agronomists will show how cover crops Depot Day planned in Lake Odessa, July 26 The fifth annual Depot Day mountain dulcimer- and the at the Lake Odessa Depot Mu­ hammered dulcimer. seum will be held Saturday, She brings years of experi­ July 26. ence to her programs. She has This is always a day of performed as a soloist since many events, entertainment, .1978 and in various duos and trios. food and a raffle. Once again, a large tent will Degan is an artist with the shade the grounds and hot Wolf Trap Institute for Early dogs, soft beverages and ice Learning Through the Arts The high jump is always fun! Geoff Malone was one cream will be sold. and- has had residencies and of many area kids tested their skills at this event. Professional entertainer conducted workshops for According to Coordinator, Jerry Sessions, this Wanda Degen, vocalist and in­ teachers throughout Michigan. summer's program has attracted large crowds and strumentalist who plays dul­ She has performed and participants of all ages. The grand finale, known as the cimers and autoharp, will taught around the United Meet of Champions" is scheduled for this Saturday. come from East Lansing to States and in Canada and Ire­ land. help entertain the crowd. From previous page— Todd, and McMillon with a Degen is a classically The events for Depot Day division with a time of 20.82. time of 1.11.17. trained musician who has al­ will begin at 10 a.m. when Prediction mile: Kathryn Male 400 meter relay: First ways been drawn to folk the depot museum opens with Murphy won the adult places were taken by melodies. She bases her per­ special exhibits for the day. division with a prediction just VanEngen, Sealy, Malone, formances on a repertoire of At 1:30 p.m. the 1997 34 seconds off her final time. Carney in the fourth-sixth contemporary and traditional Janie Rodriguez award will be Mike Smith was only eight grade division with a time of folk music from old-time Ap­ presented. seconds away from his actual 1.08.32. The high school palachian and Celtic styles. In time in* the high school team of Patrick, Smith, concert she accompanies her division and Rod Todd just 7 Ewing, and Kenyon won with voice, with the autoharp, seconds away from his time in a time of 50.76 and the adult team winners were Gordon, the adult division. ■ ?????????? Female 70 and 100 meter Wilson, Hokanson and IJI Ila ??????????? » ?????????? dash: Elementary winners Trowbridge with a time of ■ ■■•?????????? a«al li^??????????? were Chelsea Martin who 52.55. ■ MM ???????)?? took her division with a time ??????777??7?????????????77??? 400 meter dash: Kathryn of 13.21, Kortney Ewing won Social Security: Fact with a time of 12.15 and Moe Murphy prevailed with a time And Fiction © of 1.09.8 and Dan Rasey with Nisse with a time of 15.09 in (NAPS)—Will Social a time of 1.05.08. the high school division. Security retire before you 200 meter dash; Winners Male 70 and 100 meter do? Answer this quick quiz dash: Winners in the male included Lindsay Malone with by the Society of Actuaries division were elementary a time of 36.37 beating out Foundation and learn how proposed changes to the runners Glen Fox with a time other elementary contestants system could affect you. of 17.18 and Justin Hoard and the high school division Fact or Fiction with a time of 13.23. Andy winner was Andy Patrick with 1. Social Security is on a time of 26.22. Ewing won the junior high the-verge ofcollapse. 800 meter relay: First division with a time of 12.26 2. Saving the, Social and Andy Patrick won the places went to McMillon, Security system might Cobb, VanEngen, and Sealy high school division with a involve increasing payroll in the elementary division time of 12.21. taxes, raising retirement with a time of 2.58.92. The Female’400 meter relay: age and investing some of the assets of the Social Winners were awarded in all junior high winners were Carney, Schantz, Kenyon and Security Trust Fund in the age groups. Taking first place Malone with a time of stock market. included the kindergarteri-third 3. Most American workers 2.19.96. The high school grade team of Martin, need to increase their person­ team of Kenyon, Ewing, Johnson, Green and Fox with al savings for retirement. Patrick and Smith prevailed a time of 1.41.93, fourth Answers: with a time of 1.47.82 and in through sixth grade team of 1. Fiction. Without any the adult division Gordon, adjustment at all, Social Johnson, Malone, Krolik and Security will, have money McMillon with a time of Trowbridge, Hokanson and Wilson won with a time of to pay full retirement' ben­ 1.12.7, and the junior high efits through the year team of Nisse, Scramlin, 1.48.67. can affect plant, animal, fungal and bacterial nematodes in the soil. There will also be discussion on how cover crops, synthetic fer­ tilizer, manure and various crops on affect soil nitrogen levels throughout the year. Visitors will view several alfalfa varieties that are resis­ tant to the potato leafhopper (PLH) and an exercise to determine the economic threshold of PLH damage in forage crops. MSU Extension agronomists and en­ tomologists will also discuss and demonstrate how' manag­ ing the habitat surrounding fields — woods, crops, old fields can increase the number ofinsects that prey on crop-damaging insects. The pasture walk that con­ cludes the program will focus on the performance of alfalfa, birdsfoot trefoil and grass per­ sistence in a rotational grazing system and the effect that grazing systems have on soil quality. A free program for kids 3 to 12 years old will be offered during the field day. 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Ad#.7129 HOMEBODY DWF, 37, 5’1", blue eyes, auburn hair, funny, caring, likes Harleys, horses, moonlit walks,, staying home, seeking up-front, forward, f clean, long-haired SWM. Ad#.8234 NEW ADVENTURES Single white mom of two, 35, 5’7”, non-smoker, professional, indepen­ dent, loves motorcycling, dancing, music, camping, seeks funny, out9°’n9’ attractive single white male, 32-45, non-smoker. Ad#.5962 HONESTY A MUST! Single black female, 28, 5’5", full­ figured,, black hair,, brown eyes,, enjoys mystery books, music and phone conversation, from the Battle Creek area, seeks caring, employed single black male. Ad#.l826 S U ***i*‘|H afoul *iBS EDI® s l# «Wl' sHaon UH m imhhn 'Fin .jtyHit I ■wiw istw® I jtaj !• If! 01 0oik I*0* i<#«® gl D» Ofl I COULD WORK OUT Slender SWF, 40, 5’5”, outgoing and friendly, N/S, professional, enjoys tennis, biking, swimming, the outdoors, seeking intelligent SWM, 40-50, no children. Ad#. 1754 FUN TO BE WITH Open-minded SWF, 18, 5’7”, blueeyed blonde, student, smoker, likes rollerblading, cruising, movies, par­ tying, the beach, seeks SM, with similar interests. Ad#.1616 YOU’RE THE ONE FOR ME Single white female, 45, 5’5”, medi­ um build, brown hair, blue eyes, I attractive, vivacious, dancing, read read-­ I ing, sports and country-western I concerts, music, seeks physically I fit, fit, attractive attractive single white white male. male. Ad#.2371 WORTH THE WAIT! Single white female, 58, 4’11”, 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacious, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dancing, movies, flea markets and romantic evenings, seeking com­ passionate single male, 50-65. Ad#.1735 DON’T JUDGE ME... Single black female, 22, 5’9”, non­ smoker, enjoys clubbing, walks on the beach, amusement parks, foot­ ball, seeks single male, 23-30, who is not a game player. Ad#.7374 SPECIAL TIMES Slim SWF, 44, 5’2”,110lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys reading, bowling, playing darts and pool, fishing, the outdoors, seeking faith faith-­ ful, spontaneous SWM, 35-50, for companionship. Ad#. 1970 WAITING FOR YOU SW mom, 19, 5’3", medium build, blue-eyed blonde, N/S, looking to meet an accepting SWM, under 23, who likes kids. Ao# Ao#.8083 LET’S HANG OUT! Single white mom, 20, 5’7", slim, adventurous, bubbly, smoker, enjoys being with friends, going to clubs, the beach, four-wneelmg, seeks fun-loving, medium-built sinsin­ gle white male, 22-26. Ad#.4249 WHY BE ALONE? Slender SW mom, 30,5’2", friendly, hobbies are movies, walks, family activities, seeks delightful, delightfu fun-loving SWM, 28-40, Kids a plus, prefers N/S. Ad#.6792 SENSITIVE SIDE sw mom, 22, 5’4”, N/S, funny, romantic, employed, seeks self-suf­ ficient SBM, 23--35, for long-term relationship. Ad#. 1257 ROMANTIC SUNSETS Single white female, 50, 5’1", 130lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, employed, enjoys music, dancing, sports, dining out and more, seexs single white male, 45-55, non-smoker, no children please. Ad#.8498 PETITE PROFESSIONAL Single white female, 49, 5’2", slim, enjoys travel, movies, cookouts, gardening, dining out, seeks kind, sincere, nonest white male, 45-55, who is a non-smoker. Ad#. 1150 GOOD-NATURED SW mom, 21, 5’5”, plump, auburn hair, green eyes, N/S, employed, likes bowling, pool, movies, quiet evenings, seeks SWM, 23-30, N/S, who enjoys kids. Ad#. 1528 MY BEATING HEART Bright DW mom, 34,5’8”, heavyset, N/S, enjoys animals, camping, fish­ ing, quiet times, seeks self-confiself-confi­ dent, employed, tall, witty SWM, 18-45, N/S. Ad#.471O ARE YOU KEEN? Medium-built SWF, 19, 5’1”, red­ head, green eyes, N/S, enjoys shooting pool, bartying, dandng, seeks outgoing SM, 19-29, to share fun times with. Ad#.7781 WHO KNOWS? SWF, 49, 5’3”, N/S, likes walking, the beach, sunsets, car shows, flea markets, travel, seeks SWM, to spend quality time with. Ad#.2453 SOUND APPEALING Single white female, 40, 5’5”, non­ smoker, educated, enjoys music, dancing, the outdoors, concerts, gardening seeks loyal, sensitive, single white male, under 40. Ad#.95O8 SOMEONE SPECIAL FOR ME SW mom, 35, 5’1”, brownishblonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys fish­ ing, outdoor sports, seeks depend depend-­ able SWM, 30-40, who likes chil­ dren. Ad#.5261 HER KIND OF GUY? Single white female, 18, 5’6”, slim, smoker, non-drinker, actively into sports, looking for a humorous, medium-built single male, 18-22. d#.1119 HONESTY A MUST! SW mom, 38, 5’3", personable, not flamboyant, enjoys camping, walks in the woods, the lake, in search of patient, dependable SWM, 38-45, dads welcome. Ad#. 1329 CURIOUS CAT Heavyset y SWF,, 19.. 5’1’, N/S,, employed, likes alternative music, theater, movies, cats, seeki seeking SWM, 18-27, with similar interests, T or possible relationship. Ad#.5008* ROMANTIC Single white female, 30, 5’7”, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humor­ ous, employed, likes reading, football. hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, compatible single male. Ad#. 1966 MENTALLY SOUND Single white female, 50, 5’4", 135lbs., fun-loving, professional, enjoys golf, college football, movies, travel, seeks witty, honest, weH-educated single male. Ad#.6148 DON’T BE AFRAID Single ingle white female, 21, 5'9”, 130lbs., 30lbs., light brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys dancing, singing, nature walks, seeks honest, goal-ori­ ented single male. Ad#.1110 NEW KID INTOWN Bubbly, spontaneous single white female, 2o, 5'8”, 100lbs., blue-eyed blonde, enjoys travel, dancing, movie, kids, seeks interesting, funloving single male. 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Ad#.5060 I BELIEVE IN RESPECT Single white female, 31, 5'10”, fullfigured, brown hair, blue eyes, socia ble, enjoys sports, walks, biking, seeks gentle, open, loving single male. Ad#.2438 TREAT ME RIGHT Single white female, 27, 5'’9"”, l05lbs., long hair, blue eyes, loving, kind, enjoys spending time with chil­ dren, dancing, traveling, seeking affectionate, caring single male. Ad#.4004 RELATIONSHIP Caring, honest, sincere single white female, 35, 5’10”, auburn hair, hazel eyes, likes swimming, walking, bik­ ing, quiet times, seeks employed sin­ gle le male, with same qualities. Ad#.9O11 WARM & FRIENDLY Employed single black mom, 31, 5’5 , medium build, brown hair, enjoys biking, exercising, bowling, time with daughter, seeks caring, understanding single male. Ad#.8667 NO WORRIES Outgoing SHF, 18,5’4", 120lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys writing, read-­ ing, seeks energetic SM, for friend­ ship, possible relationship. Ad#.5555 ALMOST PERFECT Single white female, 38, 5'4”, 117lbs., brown-eyed brunette, car­ ing, sensitive, low-keyed, likes cookouts, camping, dancing, talking, seeks calm, sincere, honest, com­ municative single male. Ad#. 1215 A FRESH START Single white mom, 42, 5’4", 140lbs., brown hair, quiet, caring, employed, enjoys family times, cooking, gardening, dining out, movies, seeks committed single Christian male. Ad#.1593 THE LOVE BOAT Energetic SWF, 54, 5'2”, blonde hair, employed, enjoys the beach, biking, dining out, movies, TV, sports, seeks outgoing, honest SM, under 55, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2468 OPEN FEELINGS Single white female, 33, 5'6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, honest, employed, enjoys horseshoes, drag racing, seeks emotionally, motionally, financially stable single male. Ad#.9797 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, likes bowling, camping, seeks honest, well-groomed, kind, caring, mature SM. Ad#.9012 LOVES THE SUN SWF, 27, 5’9”, 135lbs., long dark brown hair/eyes, employed, mployed, enjoys bike riding, the beach, music, long rides, zoos, museums, seeks SM, who enjoys life. Ad#.6923___________ SLOW DANCING... Single white female, 23, 5'8”, 130lbs., blue-eyed blonde, sponta­ neous, enjoys fitness, modeling, par­ tying, the wilderness, seeks non-jealous, honest single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 POSITIVE OUTLOOK Divorced white mom, 34, 5'5”, auburn hair, green eyes, easygoing, independent, enjoys bike riding, rollerblading, music, skiing, skating, seeks medium-built single white male, under 45. Ad#.4663 CAREFREE SPIRIT SWF, 18, 5’2”, 100lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, shy, happy, likes to party, ride horses, work on cars, lifting weights, seeks high-spirited, com­ patible SM, 18-19, for possible rela­ tionship. Ad#.4465 CAREER-ORIENTED Single white female, 20, 5'7”, 110lbs. long blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys modeling, fashion shows, dining out, . dubs, dandng, singing, seeks nonjealous, honest single male. Ad#.3853 A GIVER NOT A TAKER Slim single white Christian female, 56, 5*4”, 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys motorcycle riding, dandng, picnicking, traveling seek­ ing single white Christian male, 50­ 60, to cuddle with. Ad#.1758 POSITIVE ATTITUDE Single white female, 39, 5'7”, 135lbs., professional, enjoys camp­ ing, swimming, the beach, travel­ ing, gardening, seeks loyal, sin­ cere, loving, romantic single male. Ad#.2439 ROMANTIC NATURE Single white female, 49, 5’4”, light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, com­ municative, self-employed, enjoys line dandng, crafts, gardening, seek­ ing sensitive, caring, humorous sin­ gle male. Ad#.4852 BE THERE FOR ME Outstanding SW mom, 40, 5*10”, 160lbs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jogging, walking, time with kids, spiorts, seeking SM who likes kids. Ad#.4040 INITIALLY SHY Single white mom, 30, 5'4”, medium build, blue-eyed blonde, enjoys shopping, movies, the beach, minia­ ture golf, seeks understanding, caring single male. Ad#. 1024 CARING PEOPLE PERSON Outgoing, friendly SWF, 36, 5*6", blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, employed, enjoys walks, craft shows, movies, seeks sensitive, communicative SM. Ad#.5171 ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 45, 5*5”, brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, employed, enjoys reading, embroi­ dery, seeks personable, humorous single male. Ad#. 1245 DIVORCED MOM Fun-loving, employed white female, 37, 5’5”, blonde hair, hazel eyes, likes movies, dandng, country music, time with her children, seek­ ing kind, honest, sincere, fun-loving single male. Ad#.4192 Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute You must be 18 years of age or older IT COULD BE YOU! Single white male, 23, 6'4”, 210lbs., brown hair, green eyes, shy, reserved, enjoys sports, outdoor activities, dancing, music, seeks slender, honest, fun-loving single white female, 21-32. Ad#. 1973 BIG MAN...BIG HEART Compassionate single white male, 49, 5’11”, auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, dining out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, understanding single female, who will be there for him. Ad#.5238 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Single white male, 24, 5*5”, medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, easyS, non-smoker, enjoys bowling, g and swimming, from the Battle Creek area, seeks slender sin­ gle white female, 19-26. Ad#.991O DEVELOP A LIFE? Caring, loyal single white male, 37, 5*11”, 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battlecreek, likes movies, pho­ tography, animals, music, seeks sim­ ilar single white female, 28-42. Ad#.1111 CINDERELLA’S SLIPPER Divorced white dad, 38, 5*6”, brown hair/eyes, enjoys house work and spending time with his children, from the Battle Creek area, seeking kindhearted single white female, who likes children. Ad#.2O21 CHARMING Stable SBCM, 39, 6'4”, from Grand Rapids, enjoys movies, dining out, traveling, dancing, seeks rare, romantic S/DF, 38-44, 5’9"+, N/S. Ad#.4653 BELIEVES IN CHIVALRY! Respectful, outspoken single white male, 19, 6'1”, non-smoker, enjoys socializing with friends, seeks friend­ ly single female, 18-25, race not important. Ad#.3O29 REALISTIC GOALS Optimistic, relaxed SWM, 45, 5'9", brown hair, employed, enjoys cook­ ing, movies, beach walks, seeks honest, liberal, intellectual SF, for wonderful times. Ad#.3001 NEXT STOP...ROMANCE1 Mellow, medium-built SBM, 38, 5'6”, N/S, intelligent, enjoys music, sports and the arts, from the Southhaven area, seeks slender SF, under 40. Ad#.1913 HE’LL CALL YOU BACK! Single white male, 25, 5'11”, person­ able, extroverted, likes movies, bowl­ ing, walks, looking for employed, drug-free, non-drinking, childless single white female, 18-35, who does not smoke, Ad#.1997 A PHONE CALL AWAY Single white male, 36, 5'5”, short brown hair, non-smoker, glasses, personable, enjoys comedy, bike rid­ ing, camping, traveling, seeks single white female. 30-38, a non-smoker. Ad#. 1536 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 45, 5'7”, non­ smoker, social drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping In cabins, cooking, seeks single white female, under 46. Ad#.1255 LAUGH WITH MEI Single white male, 22,5'10”, 155lbs., friendly, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes sports, music, long walks, dubs, seeks medium-bum single female, 19-28, with no chil­ dren. Ad#.1211 IS IT MEANT TO BE? Single white male, 42,5'11”, easygo­ ing, understanding, likes walking, bike riding, sports, dining out, danc­ ing, seeks non-drinking, non-smok­ ing, loving, caring single female, under 45. Ad#.1216 EASYGOING Nice SWM, 48, 5'8”, medium build, enjoys sports, music, country danc­ ing, seeks S/DF, 35-48, non-drinker, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.7132 A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6*. medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20-24, no children, for possible rela­ tionship. Ad#. 8914 IS IT YOU? Single white dad, 38, 5*9”, 170ibs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks openminded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 CIRCLE THIS ADI Single white mate, 47, 6’, 185bs., occasional drinker, enjoys tennis, movies, dancing, evening Dike rides, seeks slender or medium-built, non­ smoking moking single white female, 38-49. Ad#.2659 d#.2659 LOVE TO BE HELD? SWM, 41, 5’8", smoker, enjoys time with his sons, camping, fishing, long walks, billiards, rooc *n roll, bowli2ng 8, seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 41. 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Single white male, 57, 6’, 200lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, happy-golucky, loves country music, boating, bonfires, animals, seeks honest, caring single female. Ad#.4855 LIFELONG PAL SWM, 61, 5'6", 200lbs., easygoing, retired, never had the time for hob­ bies, he was always working, seeks clear-thinking, pleasant SF, forcompanion. Ad#.3500 CONSIDER ME? Sinqle white male. 41, 5’10", 150lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, out­ going, hardworking, likes fishing, camping, quiet times, walking, zoos, seeks dependable, under­ standing, happy single female. Ad#.4144 HOW ABOUT US? Easygoing, employed SW dad, 40, 5’7", 280lbs., enjoys-hunting, fish­ ing, family activities, seeking com­ patible SF. Ad#.8954 COUNTRY LIVING Carefree SWM, 22, 6’1", 220lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, enjoys riding* horses, country music and dancing, NASCAR, seeking easygoing SF, with similar interests. Ad#.74O3 LOTS OF FUN Cheerful SW dad, 38, 5’10”, black hair, brown eyes, enjoys time with children, fishing, camping, seeks fun-loving, communicative SF, who I likes children. Ad#.6986 GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR? Easygoing SWM, 46, stocky, beard, mustache, N/S, factory worker, enjoys fishing, hunting, stock car races, dancing, movies, seeks fun­ loving SF. Ad#.7749 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 22, 1997 — Page 12 Keep annual flowers blooming all season long... Annuals can provide dazzl­ ing displays of color all sum­ mer long. Unfortunately, for many of us, the annual bed begins to look stemmy and worn out by early August. Here are a few hints to keep your annual flowers blooming all season long. The number one best way to keep flowers blooming is to provide adequate moisture. Flower beds need a minimum of an inch of water per week. Containers may need watering every day or two. The main objective is to provide ade­ quate moisture so the plant can devote its energies to pro­ ducing foliage and blooms rather than repairing drought­ damaged roots. Over watering can also cause plants to perform poor­ ly. Plants kept too wet are susceptible to root rotting diseases as well as some foliage disases. Dead heading is another im­ portant task for continual flower production. Deadheading is the removal of spent flowers as soon as they decline. An annual flower has as its main goal in life to flower and set seed. If the flowers are removed before the plant has set seed, the plant continues to produce more flowers in hopes of com­ pleting its life cycle. Deadheading dramatically improves the appearance of the plant. Some annual flowers, such as petunias, have a tendency to stop blooming by midsummer. To bring these plants back into flower, pinch the plants back above a leaf node to encourage additional branching and new flower formation. For All Your Printing Needs! 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Aphids, spider mites, beetles, caterpillars and other insects can damage plants and reduce flowering potential. Identify the insect pest and control with the recommended insecticide. One final hint for keeping annual plants in continuous bloom is to make sure they are growing in an appropriate site. Plants that prefer a sun­ nier location will not bloom well if grown under too much shade. The same holds true for shade-loving plants. If grown in too much light, shade lovers will not perform well. Small grain forecast looks good in Michigan Michigan’s 1997 small grain crops are expected to equal or improve on last year’s yields, according to the Federal/State Michigan Agricultural Statistics Service. Favorable June weather benefitted Michigan’s field crops. The wheat yield show­ ed a significant improvement over last year’s crop, and barley and oats have faired well. Some highlights of the report were: • Michigan wheat yield is forecast at 54 bushels per acre compared to 52. bushels in June and 38 bushels last year. The production forecast of 29.2 million bushels is 22 per­ cent above the 1996 crop. Development was behind nor­ mal: about 40 percent of the wheat was turning yellow in early July, compared with an average of 70 percent. • Michigan’s oats yield is forecast at 60 bushels per acre, the same as the 1996 yield. Production is expected to total 5.4 million bushels, up 50 percent from last year. Cold May weather caused some concern, but the crop emerged on schedule. • The Michigan barley yield is set at 57 bushels per acre, up 9 bushels from last year. The production forecast was 5 percent above the 1996 output. • U.S. winter wheat pro­ duction is forecast at 1.78 billion bushels, up 11 percent from last month and 20 percent higher than 1996. • The national oat produc­ tion forecast is 183 million bushels, an 18 percent rise from last year. 5# & Up Up, Fresh Ground burger Pork Cutlets / Lb Lb. Lesser Amts. $1.19 Lb. USDA Choice Bone Steak Gal., Bareman Milk ; «■ 99 46 Oz. Bareman’s Asst. Gal Fruit Drinks 79* Boneless 12 Oz. Pkg., Thorn Apple Valley Pork Chops Ring Bologna 10 Oz., IGA 15 Oz. Kellogg’s Cereal Confetti Froot Loops, Cocoa Worcestershire, Soy Krispies Teriyaki 50 i,s2.0S/ < a so Sauces 2/$/| P.P. 65<t, Hi Dri 16 Oz. Cap‘n Crunch Towels 2/$ OO 2/Sjioo 16 Oz., Bush’s Juicy Juice Baked Beans s/$ «■ 89 $169 2 liters Pepsi, Coke, 7«Up Proa. 2/$ Cereal With One Completed Super Saver Card! I7G3A Vermontville Grocery Ph 726-0640 Fresh Mea.t _M_ ar■ket - and - Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri., 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-07-29.pdf 38383acfe37f257d86363f7c6ea06bb5 PDF Text Text BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE PAID HaatngMS49QM PemitNou7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 31 — Tuesday, July 29, 1997 Maple Valley Riders report success at Eaton County Fair The Maple Valley Riders 4-H Club has reported another successful week at the Eaton County Fair July 6-12. The club has grown to seven families under the leadership of Pat and Garry VanderVlucht, and all spent a week camping at the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Dawn VanderVlucht received two top ten awards for basket weaving and ceramics. In the 17 and over age group, she placed eighth in showmanship, second in English pleasure, first in dressage and second in English equitation with her Appaloosa mare “Shilo.” She was chosen as a state show alternate. Eren Berry received a top ten on her wool drying basket. In the 15-16 age group she placed fifth in showmanship, 10th in quarter horse halter, second in western pleasure and second in western horsemanship. She with her quarter horse “Dandy” cap­ tured grand champion western pleasure and reserve grand champion western horseman­ ship, as well as qualifying for state show to be held at MSU Aug. 15-17. Melanie Shance also qualified as a state show delegate. With her new quarter horse “Skip.” She placed fifth in quarter horse halter, 10th in western pleasure, fourth in English equitation and 10th in western horsemanship. Scott Keilholtz and his paint horse “Teddy” placed 10th in showmanship, seventh in Type B halter class, seventh in western riding, ninth in western pleasure, eighth in bareback equitation, eighth in western horsemanship. Kristen VanderHoef won a top ten award on her piano solo. With her Tennessee walker “Ted,”, she placed ninth in showmanship (11-12), fourth in halter, Type C, second and reserve grand M.V. 4-Hers Page 7 Maple Valley Riders (back row, from left) Eren Berry, Dawn VanderVlucht, Sarah VanderHOef, Mary Beth Jewell, Melanie Shance, Michelle Jewell, (center) Scott Keilholtz, (front row) Kristen VanderHoef, Melissa Jewell, Jessica Mansfield and Melissa Mansfield. Missing from photo, Marie Jewell. Folk musician keeps kids humming for local story hour by Cindy J Smith day project might included us­ Staff Writer ing a wooden yard stick and a Story hour in Vermontville beaded guitar~string, an in­ last week was anything but strument that she said would quiet, as Kitty Donohoe, guarantee to drive mom crazy. armed with various instru­ Her bag also contained a ments, lots of new tunes to banjo, a guitar and two dul­ share and an eager audience, cimers. kept the Opera House hum­ Donohoe said dulcimers ming. were developed back in the Donohoe, with her folk time of the lumberjacks, when music program "Bunyan and after a long day in the woods, Banjoes,” kept children on the the men looked to music for edges of their seats last Tues­ entertainment, day. Along with some snappy "Those lumberjacks wanted tunes, the nationally known to boogie," she told kids. "But artist threw in a few history they had no McDonald's to go and geography lessons as for a hamburger and fries and well. no movie theater or video Donohoe brought along a store." bag full of instruments, some Lessons besides the lumber­ dating back to very primitive jacks included those on times, like the Michigan In­ Michigan commodities, in­ dian mouth bow, which could cluding maple syrup, history be built from basic materials. ofthe Mackinac bridge, all in­ "You could make one," she cluded in catchy tunes where told the kids. "It's just a stick youngsters were encouraged to and string!" sing along, clap and even She suggested that a rainy dance. Dulcimers were developed back In the time of the lumberjacks, when after a long day in the woods, the men looked to music for entertainment. — Kitty Donohoe Story hours at the Opera House will soon be over this summer. Today (Tuesday, July 29) is the last, and once again there is loads of enter­ tainment planned for area youngsters. The All of Us Express will visit the Opera House this af­ ternoon. "And we're ready to rock and roll!" said Evelyn Weymouth, who booked this event. The story time is a collec­ tion of short stories that have something to do with threes, like the three bears, the three little pigs and some they say are rarely heard about. Weymouth's stories are not typical. All are done in theater fashion with costumes and sets. "The details are filled in by the imagination of the audi­ ence, a real change from the world of TV and videos," she said. The Express rolls into Vermontville and lands at the Opera House at 1 p.m. today for only for an hour. As the story hour presenta­ tions come to a close, coordi­ nator Mary Fisher said that parents need not worry about entertainment Tuesday after­ noons. Her August calendar is already full of "Art in the Park" activities, which will run for several weeks. Watch the Maple Valley news for details. (i instruments and favorite songs. In This Issue... The details are filled in by the imagination of the audience, a real change from the world of TV and videos. Everybody in the audience got into the act during last Tuesday's musical story hour in Vermontville. Looks like these youngsters are having a good time! Kitty Donohoe kept children on the edge of their seats during a one hour session with various — Kitty Donohoe • Finnish girl’s visit brightens Vermontville family’s summer • Postal Charity Golf Tourney set for Labor Day • 'Lil Abner’ plays to packed Opera House crowd • Nashville native lands top prize in fishing contest �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 2 Finnish girl’s visit brightens Vermontville family’s summer she was very excited and apby Cindjf J Smith Staff StaffjWrfteT-' jWrfteT-' IM I .preciates the Lions Club for Conversations around Bill -• this opportunity. "With five brothers and one and Sharon Mason's dinner.. sister, I would never have had table have been anything but humdrum this summer. With the chance to come and spend their newest guest settled in six weeks in America. There from Finland, Bill says there was not enough money to do that. I have never traveled is never a dull moment. Sinikka Vaataimen arrived abroad before and the Lions at the Masons' home the end gave me this opportunity. I am so happy.” of June, and was quick to She is here as part of the adapt to life in Vermontville. Coming from a small town in Lions Youth Exchange pro­ coastal Finland and a large gram, through which many family (six children) she said high school students from she really feels quite a home abroad can visit the United States at a reasonable cost. in Vermontville, and will never forget her summer with Host families are selected and a process ofmatching students the American family. During a recent visit with to families begins long before Sinikka, she described the day their arrival. that she found out she was coming to the United States. "It started as a pretty normal school day," she said. "Then the principal called me to the office. Once he told me, all I could say was yes!' Sinikka said that when she was told of the scholarship The idea is to find similar interests, and to make the teens feel at home while they are visiting. Most host fami­ lies try to plan small trips or outings with their guests to local attractions. Sinikka's visit is a bit un­ usual in that she is one ofjust money you have, or the clothes you wear. People here seem to accept everyone." She also enjoys American television. According to this teen, TV shows in Finland are way behind those in America and when returning home it will be like watching the re­ runs. "Many of the daytime tele­ vision programs that I have seen here won't be on TV for several months back home," she said. "I will know what is going to happen in all of the soap operas and on ER!” Sinikka said that if she were to sum up America to those back home, she would simply say "Its just like you see it in the movies." In less than a week, this teenager will board the plane for home. Though her visit was a short one, she is now considered part of the Mason family and Bill says good-bye will be difficult. "Though we have hosted several students through the years it is never easy to say good-bye," he said. "She will always be considered a part of our family." two teens selected from Fin­ land for a full scholarship in the Lions program. After the selection, which was based on an interview and recommenda­ tions from teachers and other members of her community, Sinikka found a summer job and began saving for spending money while on vacation in America. "I found a job in the local hardware for spending money," she said. "I know nothing about nuts and bolts, but I'm a good salesman!" When she stepped off the plane in Detroit, Bill and Sharon were there greeting her with red, white and blue carna­ tions. It didn't take long and she was one of the family. "We always tease one an­ other," said Bill. "I remember just a couple of nights after she arrived, she had a little trouble understanding me and said, 'Would you please speak slower?' The entire evening then went in slow motion. I began talking v-e-r-y s-l-o-w- Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. That has placed Lions exchange students all over Southwest Michigan again this Bill summer! Mason Meet his newest daughter, Sinikka Vaataimen from Finland. She and two other guests hen you buy your tile insurance from us through Auto- are staying right in the Vermontville area. Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on 1-y and then moving the same way. We all laughed pretty hard!" Since arriving at the Mason residence, Sinikka has taken several short trips, one to the Upper Peninsula, where they stopped in Paradise and at Tahquamenon Falls. She also has been to Lansing, where she visited the Capitol, and to many ofthe area malls. "I've been shopping lots," she said. "I guess I'll have to slow down, I'm running out of money." Many students when visit­ ing from Finland have said that clothing there is much more expensive and they like to buy shoes and jeans before going back home. When asked what she likes your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we take great interest in you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people - and the things they own. K/luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7Ae No Prt60tonfapfe* Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service........... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER 517-726-0580 CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Momship Worship ...11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............. 11 a.m. Church School................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service Sunday School... Fellowship Tim Adult Class........ ..9:30 a.m. .10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m ......... 10:50 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship................. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................... 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Maple Valley Youth Football will be holding sign­ ups on Aug. 4 from 7-8 p.m. at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. Cost per participant is $50 and can be off-set by participating in a fund-raiser. Practices begin on Aug. 11. For more information, contact Tony Smith at 726­ 2825 during the evening. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass.........................9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School................................ 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service..................................... 7 Wed. Service.................................... 7 Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ASST. PASTOR DUANE CROSS NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Worship Service..................... 9:45 Sunday School........................ 11:15 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH best about Vermontville, Bill chimes in and says ice-cream (the two frequent Good Time Pizza for cones quite often and have a standing order with the Schwann's man) but she says its the attitude ofpeople here. "In Finland everyone seems to judge everyone," she said. "You are judged by how much M.V.Y.F. sign-ups set for Aug. 4 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville 10 a.m. Sunday Schoo Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 3 Postal charity golf tourney scheduled for Labor Day HORIZON & ASSOCIATES. INC. We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Vickie Morrison Broker/ Builder Office Manager Realtor/Consultant 517-726-1100 517-543-9925 Joan Shanafelt Jim & Rhea Ferrier Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant 517-852-0863 517-852-9414 Some lucky golfer could drive this new truck home courtesy of the Hastings Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge-Jeep-Eagle dealership at the 4th annual Barry County Postal Charity Classic coming up on Labor Day. (from left Denny Haight, Chrysler's Finance Manager Alissa Davis and Chris Hall) Post Office, this year's event, which is scheduled for Labor Staff Writer The fourth annual Barry Day, offers a new truck from County Postal Charity Golf the Hastings Chrysler-PlyClassic is just weeks away, mouth-Dodge-Jeep-Eagle deal­ with lots of prizes and free ership for the hole-in-one winner. There also are prizes golf balls. According to Chris Hall and for all par threes, raffles Denny Haight of the Hastings throughout the day and plenty to eat. This four-person scramble is open to all golfers. To play, a team fee of $180 is due and payable to Hall or Haight at the Hastings Post Office. The fee will include a cart, green fees and all you can (SPECIAL)--A drug that iscxciting eat. researchers in the treatment of pain "A hog roast will be part of hasbecn fonnulatedintoancw prod­ this outing," said Haight. uct known as "Arthur Itis," and is being called a "Medical Miracle"\>y "Our fee includes that and some, in the treatment ofdebilitating your cart. Everyone also will conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, receive a sleeve ofgolfballs." rheumatism, painful muscle aches, There is a choice of tee by Cindy J J*- - 'UUMHIUKII J* !*«1 PWapn isjSOalai lisas f®k®, tasteprt *** For i® affdt *tai WlujSiitti! 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(LT910JS) . the brain, thus eliminating pain in availableiminediatelywithoutapre- 2 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. (LT908JS) Levin announces funding for by first selectively attracting, and cal which carries pain sensations to 83 ACRE FARM - 2 homes, 2 barns, 3-car pole barn. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) and more. Although the mechanism dicate thatArthurltis, relieves pain COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split) with the sale of the remaining property. U.S. Sen. Carl Levin an­ providing substance abuse nounced this week that the treatment and aftercare ser­ Justice Department has vices such as relapse preven­ awarded more than $180,000 tion, health care, education, to Eaton County for job placement, housing place­ establishing a drug court for ment and child care. Par­ ticipants are required to sub­ nonviolent drug offenders. “Drug courts have proven mit to periodic drug testing to be an effective means of and appear at review hearings helping nonviolent substance every two weeks to monitor abusers become drug-free and progress. Ifparticipants fail to making our communities comply with the program re­ safer,” said Levin. “Drug quirements, they receive sanc­ users are given an opportunity tions which can include pro­ to get treatment, gain skills secution, confinement or and give back to their incarceration. This year, the Justice communities.” The drug courts program, Department has provided which was created by the 1994 more than $28 million to fund crime law, targets nonviolent over 160 drug courts. Since substance abusing offenders, the program’s inception, the department has awarded $45 million in grants for drug courts. According to a recent study by the National Institute of Justice, drug court graduates have a 33 percent reduction in rearrests com­ pared with non-drug court offenders. Currently, Michigan has drug courts in Kalamazoo, Berrien and Oakland counties. 25% Off On Everything — COMMERCIAL — LIVE NEAR LAKE ACCESS when you buy this home in Lake Odessa. 3 bedrooms, many updates. (RE113DB) ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. 90% leased. Good N.O.I. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) VERMONTVILLE - 3 bedroom home on 2+ acres, with 300+ river frontage. Also included: a 2 bedroom mobile and a 3-car garage with heated workshop. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE114JS) 207 North Main Street, Nashville • Phone 852-2050 TOLL FREE 1-800-445-2050 (in and out ofstate) Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm Cash & Carry Mapes Florist COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) Garage Sale COME ONE COME ALL: Vermontville Community Garage Sale. Saturday August 2nd, 8-5. Maps available from listed participants and village office. HUGE YARD SALE Aug. 1 & 2, 9-6, 207 Thomapple Lake Rd., Nashville. LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WANTED: Buildable lots in Maple Valley area. Dairy farm in Maple Valley area, minimum of 100 acres. Buyer for family run farm. NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 4 Nashville mother-daughter duo opens massage center Bonnie and Tami can work wonders relieving pain from sports injuries or just everyday stress. Tami's husband Ray often stops by after a trying day for a relaxing message. Many will recognize these faces from Nashville. Bonnie Eisner and daughter Tami Johnson have just opened up the new "Heavenly Touch" message therapy center in Hastings. . by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter A mother-daughter team from Nashville have just put their shingle out for the new "Heavenly Touch" in Hast­ ings, a place where massage therapy is used to deal with all types of ailments. Bonnie Eisner and Tami Johnson said the decision to begin their new business ven­ ture was an easy one. Both have always been care givers, and now they are combining their strengths. Diana’s Place Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 '.'I have always been a care giver for older people and have given many massages through the years to improve circula­ tion," said Eisner. "Johnson has been a care giver of chil­ dren, both in centers and in private homes, and feels that massage, help to calm chil­ dren." Johnson's year-old daughter, Kylie, in fact, is one of her daily patients. Whenever arriv­ ing at the office on Michigan Avenue in Hastings, she heads right for the "table" and says "Mommy, rub my back." Both women decided one day that they should share their desire to help others with their hands, and began by tak­ ing classes. Both needed to be certified and to gain expertise MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 2 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute)* HWIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Joan & Homer Winegar Eves. 726-0223 • Home Warranty Available Nyle Wells................................ ...726-1234 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 yeors. Coll Nyle for more "Info." (V-66) VERMONTVILLE IN VERMONTVILLE - NICE 3 BED­ 2-story home, 1'/, baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. ROOM, Occupancy at dose. Give Nyle a call today to see. VACANT LAND LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR TWO ROLLING A WOODED PARCELS: (8)2.2 ACRES .$8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. $9,500. 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(N-59) (V-68) DOWNTOWN CHOICE OF NASHVILLE-3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - VERMONTVILLE - BEAUTIFULLY 3 bedroom home with 1'/» baths. This home has ’ a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park*-like" setting. Call Nyle for all the details. (V-69) REMODELED COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ ROOM HOME IN VERMONTVILLE - Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle. (V-58) in all types of massage ther­ apy. "It wouldn't have been pos­ sible without the support of our husbands," said Johnson. "These guys have supported us all the way!" They say now that the re­ sults of schooling, association with other therapists and their previous experiences have helped to mold a business than can be beneficial to all ages. "One area of expertise is head and neck massages," said Eisner. "It can be beneficial to all ages and really helps to relieve allergy symptoms and headaches. It's also a great help to women with PMS (pre-menstrual syndrome)." Foot massages also are very beneficial to good health, ac­ cording to Johnson. "There are all kinds of little buttons on your feet to push," she said. She added that there are par­ ticular points on everyone's body that if massaged very gently can help those who ' have trouble sleeping, aches and pains from old injuries and stress related problems. The women hope to attract come older clientele, perhaps those with chronic problems such as poor circulation and constipation. "Yes, massaging can relieve those symptoms," said Eisner. "They help to improve circu­ lation and decrease swelling, as well as to loosen toxins in the body which will make you feel better,u And teens? Eisner said that many times a massage is just what is need to help soothe a sports injury and facial and neck massages also have been proven beneficial for "hyperac­ tive" adolescents and teens. Other rerported benefits of massage therepy include im­ proved muscle tone, aiding in weight reduction, increased excretion of fluids and waste products from the body, and retention of nitrogen, which aids in the healing process. The Heavenly Touch office located on North Michigan Avenue just off Green Street in Hastings, offers a variety of options — from a full body massage to just a good old back massage. Sessions run anywhere from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the re­ quest and this office is geared toward your schedule. Fifteenminute massages cost $10, half hour sessions are $25 and full body massages, which last an hour, are $35. "We accommodate your schedule," said Johnson. "Give us a call and we will work out a time that works for you." And if it's hard to get away, theses ladies will bring the massage to the customer. "We have body cushions and a portable table," said Eisner, "and are available to set up in most any place to provide a relief for jeveryday stress." The two said that they hope Continued next page— Little Kylie loves the attention she receives from mom at the new Heavenly Touch Message Therapy center in Hastings. Tami Johnson, who has been a caregiver of children for many years says that messages can be very beneficial to youngsters. She even knows how to relive teething pain in infants through message therapy. NOTICE The Castleton Township Board is seeking applicants to fill the Trustee vacancy on the township board. This person shall submit a letter of interest to: Loma L Wilson, Township Clerk 915 Reed Street P.O. Box 679 Nashville, Michigan 49073 This letter must be received no later than August 1,1997 at 5 p.m. VCR REPAIR �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 5 Obituaries Loretta M. Hoffman NASHVILLE Loretta M. Hoffman, age 51, of Nashville, passed away Thursday, July 17,1997 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Hoffman was bom January 2, 1946 in Battle Creek, the daughter ofJohnnie and Lorenia (Keown) Hicks. She was raised in Battle Creek and Dowling areas and attended schools there, going on to attend Hastings High School. She then went on to attend “Wrights Beauty School” in Battle Creek. Bonnie Eisner is demonstrating a neck message technique used to help calm hyperactive adolescents. Son, “Tony offered to be our patient for the demonstration. From previous page— to extend their business to of­ fer back and neck massages in office situations and lounges. They also hope to take their "portable massages" to retire- meat homes and adult foster care homes. Eisner and Johnson also will be a part of the cancer drive coming up in just a few weeks. "We plan to offer foot and leg massages to those participating in the walk,” Eisner said. Grand opening specials are also coming in September. Eisner said, "We want to put our gentle hands to work and provide the 'Heavenly Touch' to all in Barry County." For more information, call 948-9929. Hospital Auxiliary pig roast set for August 15 If you can't make it into Heavenly Touch for an appointment these ladies can come to you. These body cushions can be used most anywhere for a quick message to relieve on the job stress. CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS UNDERSTOOD FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE S10,000 — $ 88 /mo S30.000 — S265 /mo $80,000 — S707 /mo Debt Consolidation The Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital Aux­ iliary’s second annual pig roast will be held Friday, Aug. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Charlotte VFW Post 2406, 695 Lansing St. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under, which includes a meal and family entertainment. Take­ out is also available. Advance tickets may be purchased at the HGB Hospital Gift Shop, from any auxilian, or at the door. Funds raised during the HGB Auxiliary pig roast will help make possible the con­ struction of a new 35,000 square foot Hayes Green Beach Hospital addition, which will include a new en­ trance, surgical suite, support areas for patients and their families, a gift shop, provide additional space for communi­ ty health education efforts and relocate administration. She married Gordon L. Hoffman on November 19, 1966. Mrs. Hoffman was a home­ maker, loving wife, mother and grandmother. She especially enjoyed babysitting her Eaton 4-H Council to meet The next meeting of the Eaton County 4-H Council will be held Monday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County office building. Topics ofdiscussion will in­ clude wrap up from the 1997 fair, upcoming fund-raisers and the North Central Regional Volunteer Forum. Each 4-H club should send at least one adult and one member. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. grandchildren. She was preceded in death Tennessee; Cearnlnoess sHeeic;ksfour ouorf brothers, Droowtlienrgs, by her parents and a sister, Juanita Juanita Keown. Keown. Mrs. Hoffman is survived b her husband, Gordon; three by sons, Tom (Chris) Hoffman of Nashville, Larry (Allison) Hoffman of Hastings and Bruce (Christi) Hoffman of Alto; two daughters, Kitrina (Kevin) Courtney ofNashville and Janine (Rob) Colburn of Johnnie Hicks of Hastings, A.J. Hicks of Tennessee and Jerry Hicks of Tennessee and her father-in-law, Merton Hoffman of Nashville. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 22, 1997 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Reverend Jeff Worden officiated. Burial took place at the Union Cemetery in Maple Bellevue; four grandsons; six Grove Township in Barry granddaughters; three sisters, County. La Vein Adair of Georgia,, Memorial contributions Charlotte Riddle of Battle may be made to the charity of Creek and Jessie Burton of one’s choice. Thelma Rose H HASTINGS - Thelma Rose Hackney, age 86, of Hastings, passed away Monday, July 21, 1997 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mrs. Hackney was bom March 24, 1911 in Nashville, the daughter of Claude and Lena (Rose) Kennedy. She was raised in the Nashville/ Hastings area and attended the Shore Country School. She graduated in 1929 from Hast­ ings High School, she moved to Hastings in 1927. She was married to William E. Hackney on June 27, 1934. Mrs. Hackney was employ­ ed at The Viking Corporation in Hastings from 1945 until she retired from there in 1971. She was a member of the Hastings First United Method­ ist Church. Mrs. Hackney was preceded in death by her husband, William E. Hackney on April 3, 1974; her parents and a brother, Theo Kennedy. She is survived by two daughters, Shirley (Donald) Hughes of Hastings and Sharon Harrington and her special friend, Dave Sherwood of Venice, Florida; seven grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 24, 1997 at Wren Funeral Home in Hast­ ings. Dr. Bufford W. Coe offi­ ciated. Burial took place at Riverside Cemetery in Hastings. Memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice. Spring Is Hereto Time For New Siding SIDING IS A SMART INVESTMENT. PAYING TOO MUCH FOR IT ISN’T. Re-siding is one of the most cost efficient home improvements you can make. Because it adds to the beauty and comfort of your home right away, and adds to the resale value later. CAPITAL SEEKERS, INC. APR 8.75% @240 mo (OAC) CALL 1-800-669-8957 TODAY! There are NO EXCUSES wearing your safety belt! Kinseys to sing at Sunfield Church program Aug. 3 The Sunfield Church of the Brethren will have a Sunday evening musical program Aug. 3. Jim and Libby Kinsey will bring a message in song. Lib­ by is a teacher in the Lakewood school system. Jim is the district executive minister of the Michigan District Church of the Brethren. 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In real life they're local Lion's club Youth Exchange Director Bill Mason and Lynn Blakely who most will recognize as a City Carrier for the Hastings Post Office. annual JULV PAINT 5ALC Opening night Thursday for "Li'l Abner" at the Ver­ montville Opera House was a sellout and those who saw the Revue's newest production said it kept them in stitches. The story, all about the fate of a little town called Dog­ patch, took the audience to a place where clothes, baths and manners are certainly no con­ cern, and where the big event of the year is the Sadie You may be entitled to compensation for wage loss and medical benefits if you sustained injuries related to your job. rOFF ALL QUARTS AND GALLONS OF ALL H.W.I. BRAND PAINT (MANUFACTURED BY SHERWIN WILLIAMS) Daisy Mae does everything in her power to land L'il Abner for a husband, but she has to overcome many obstacles. Hawkins Race. As fate would Meanwhile pretty young have it, the government is Daisy Mae is in hot pursuit of looking for a place to detonate the town's most eligible bach­ the atom bomb and this little elor, Li'l Abner, and hopes to town seems to the be ideal catch him for good at the an­ spot. Folks there must pro­ nual Sadie Hawkins Dance, vide evidence that there is in­ the town's biggest social deed something of worth in event of the year. Dogpatch to save it from de­ A combination ofreal down struction. home characters, back woods Once officials in Washing­ costumes and lots of music ton discover the token berry made the show something that tonic found only in Dogpatch, Continued next page— the tables begin to turn. For legal advice on Workmans Compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal injury claims call... No Charge for initial Consultation Lawrence D. Kaechele 517-543-4162 I ADVOCATES IN PERSONAL IN|URY CLAIMS] SALE PRICE ALSO APPLIES TO ALL SPECIAL ORDER PAINT. SALE PRICES GOOD JULY 1ST - AUGUST 3 Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-716-1121 Doug Durkee - Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm Lansing 517-482-2175 Charlotte 138 S. Cochran Ave. (Inside Mid State Title) 517-543-4162 Flint 810-237-8980 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 7 MAPLE VALLEY 4-HERSy contnued rom rontpage champion in pleasure driving, second place and reserve grand champion in saddle seat pleasure, first place and grand champion in saddle seat equitation. In horse halter judging, she came in seventh, in trail class eighth. Kristen also entered a basket weaving project and a pie. Sarah VanderHoef received a top ten award for her vocal talent. In her first year with a horse project Sarah and her quarter horse “Dodger” took sixth in showmanship (9-10), first in the basic walk/trot pat­ tern class, first and grand champion in pleasure, driv­ ing, second in walk/trot pleasure, first and reserve grand champion in walk/trot equitation, third in costume class and sixth in trail. She Boger- Walden united entered an embroidery project and a basket weaving project also. Marie Jewell won the “Judges Choice” award for her vocal talent. In the 17 and over age group, she placed fifth in showmanship with quarter horse “Chick.” She came in first in the western riding pattern class, seventh in barrel racing, eighth in the flag race, 10th in speed and action. In horse judging, she placed fifth overall. Michelle Jewell and her Arab mare Jasmine placed a third in halter (Type C), fifth in English pleasure and equitation. Michelle also entered clothing, craft, and baking projects. Michelle is club president. Melissa Jewell and her POA “Rebel” took second place in showmanship and went on to win grand champion in showmanship. She won grand champion in the gymkhana division and was the winner of the Darrel A. Crandall Memorial Award. She came in first in costume class as Cruella Devil. Melissa also entered a pencil drawing and a sewing project and received blue ribbons on both. Mary Beth Jewell placed seventh in showmanship with her horse “Lady.” Her ceramics and sewing projects both won top ten awards. Melissa Mansfield and her quarter horse “Danny” won a ninth in showmanship (15-16), a seventh in grade horse halter, fifth in walk/trot pleasure, seventh in walk/trot equitation. She took home blue ribbons for her basket weaving and baking projects. Jessica Mansfield was awarded blue ribbons for her basket weaving and cooking projects in the 11-12 age groups. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, /O" call for same-day approval. 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Duane Hamilton Excavating For buying our 1997 Steers. k Compare L *° o Fixodent 99 214 Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 July/August 1997 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 8 Minutes Organizational Meeting MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Board of Education Administration Building on Monday 7-14-97 at 7:00 p.m. Members Present: A. Avery, M. Callton, T. James, J. Sessions. Members Absent: T. Christensen, W. Curtis (entered 7:25 p.m.), F. Dunham (entered 7:50 p.m.). 1. The meeting was called to order by Supt. McLean at 7:10 p.m. .-us 2. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Administrators Gonser, McLean and supervisor Powers. 3. Election of Officers: President — Avery nominated Mike Callton for the office of president of the board of education, supported by James. There were no other nominations for president. Collton elected 4-0. Vice-President — Avery nominated Jerry Sessions for the office of vice-president of the board of education, supported by James. There were no other nominations. Sessions elected 4-0. Secretary — Sessions nominated Allison Avery for the office of secretary of the board of education, sup­ ported by James. There were no other nominations. Avery elected 4-0. Treasurer — Avery nominated Tim James for the of­ fice of treasurer of the board of education, supported by Sessions. There were no other nominations. James elected 4-0. Legislative representative for MASB: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to nominate Wayne Curtis as the legislative represen­ tative for MASB. There were no other nominations. Curtis elected 4-0. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Representative to the Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors: James nominated Allison Avery as the representative to the Scholarship Foundation Board of Directors, supported by Sessions. There were no other nominations. Avery elected 4-0. Representative to the Eaton County School Board: Avery nominated Frank Dunham as the represen­ tative to the Eaton County School Board Association, supported by Sessions. There were no other nomina­ tions. Dunham elected 4-0. 4. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to hold the 1997-98 regular monthly meetings of the board of education on the second Monday of each month, except for April 20, 1998 (third Monday) at 7:00 p.m. in the jr/sr high school library during the school year and at the Administration Building during the months of June, July, and August. Motion carried 4-0. 5. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to continue the membership with the Michigan Association of School Boards, annual fee will be $2,721. Motion carried 4-0. 6. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to continue membership in the School Equity Caucus for the annual fee of $375. Motion carried 4-0. 7. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to continue to use Hastings City Bank, Nashville Branch as the depository of the 1997-98 school year; and approve the following banks to be used for investment purposes: Eaton Federal, Hastings City Bank, Great Lakes BankCorp, Main Street Savings Bank, Michigan National Bank, First of America, Community First, Independent Bank, and Standard Federal. Motion carried 4-0. 8. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to continue with the firm of Foote & Lloyd, of Battle Creek, as auditors for Maple Valley Schools for the 1997-98 school year. Motion carried 4-0. 9. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to retain Thrun, Maatsch & Nordberg, P.C., of Lansing as school attorneys for the 1997-98 school year. Motion carried 4-0. 10. Committee assignments: President Callton ask­ ed that board members turn in the committee selec­ tion form prioritizing committees on which they would like to serve. 11. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the minutes of the July 1, 1997 special meeting as presented. Motion carried 4-0. 12. A motion was made by James and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $122,587.68 Business Services POSITION OPENINGS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Noon Duty Aide - Jr. / Sr. High School Hours: 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Ability to effectively interact with high school students Knowledge of high school rules and policies as outlined in the student handbook Ability to work independently and with administration to maintain a safe and orderly environment. Duties include: Supervision of students in lunchroom, halls, gym and outside areas Rate of pay: Per Master Agreement Application should be made to Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School, Attn: Todd Gonser, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 1, 1997. Part-time Aide - Fuller Elementary Hours: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Patience in working with children Duties include: Supervision of students in lunchroom, halls and outside areas Rate of pay: Per Master Agreement Application should be made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 1, 1997. Part-time Aide - Maplewood Elementary Hours: 4 hours per day Monday through Friday Qualifications: High school graduate Must be flexible and self-directed Must demonstrate patience and be able to work with younq adolescents Must have computer and keyboarding skills Dubes include but are not limited to: Working with students on computers; assisting in the library/lunchroom; playground supervision. APPj*cation Sh°uld be made to Administration Office, Maple Valley Schools, 11090 Nashville Highway, Vermontville, MI 49096 by August 1, 1997. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. 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A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to transfer $85,329.95 for the 7/3/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 4-0. 15. Communications: Board members had received a letter from Karen Sherwood. Curtis entered the meeting at 7:25 p.m. 16. Reports: Supt. McLean updated the board on the status of litigation regarding the Supreme Court's decision in the Durant Case. Supt. McLean also reported that Pam Kihn had attended the bond qualification hearing on July 9th. Approval of the application for preliminary qualification of bonds will be necessary later in the meeting to be on schedule for the proposed September 22, 1997 bond election. 17. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to rent the facility presently being used for Alternative Education for an additional year. Monthly rental fee wilt be $725. Motion carried 5-0. 18. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to approve the three-year contract of employ­ ment through June 30, 2000 with Clark E. Volz for the position of Superintendent of Schools. Motion carried 5-0. Mr. Volz will begin August 11, 1997. 19. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the medical leave of absence as requested by Fuller Elementary custodian George Skedgell beginning May 18, 1997, using his ac­ cumulated sick days and earned vacation days until they have been exhausted. Motion carried 5-0. 20. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to accept the "Application for Preliminary Qualification of Bonds" as presented and proceed with the bond vote. Motion carried 5-0. 21. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to accept the bid from Lifetouch Studios for photographic services for the 1997-98 school year. Mo­ tion carried 5-0. Dunham entered the meeting at 7:50 p.m. 22. A motion was made by James and supported by Avery to approve the following coaches for the 1997 fall season as recommended by Todd Gonser. Motion carried 5-0. Head Varsity Football-Guenther Mittelstaedt, Assistants — Chris Ricketts, Marty Martin (volunteer), Don Roscoe (volunteer); Head JV Football — Gary St. Onge, Assistants — Tony Wawiernia, Roger Adams, Jared Carrigan (all volunteer); Varsity Girls' Basket­ ball — Jerry Reese; JV Girls' Basketball — Duska Brumm; Freshman Girls Basketball — Doug Cook (volunteer); Sth Grade Girls’ Basketball — Jackie Histed (volunteer); 7th Grade Girls' Basketball — Doug Cook (volunteer); Varsity/JV Cross Country — Gary Hamilton (volunteer); Varsity/JV Golf — Mike Booher; Varsity Cheerleading — Sandy Carpenter (volunteer). 23. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Curtis to approve the recommendation of the finance committee and adopt "Plan C — Stipends" as a method of payment for coaching positions filled by persons who are not part of the teaching staff. Motion carried 5-1, Dunham dissenting. 24. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Dunham to approve the projected 1997-98 bookstore budget with anticipated revenues of $1,800 and expenditures of $1,658 as presented. Motion car­ ried 6-0. 25. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to adopt the MHSAA resolution of member­ ship as presented for the 1997-98 school year from August 1, 1997 to July 31, 1998. Motion carried 6-0. 26. A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. (101) �w The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, July 29. 1997 — Page 9 Nashville native lands top prize in fishing tourney JSi X> &S\ Wl «s> \x< sSsis sSs s><S NrMss ><SL ss.> . <iSJ" iS <s> ‘**•5"* MiwwwTf 'J'Miwm^^ by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter There’s always a good fish­ ing story floating around, usually about the whopper that got away. But former Cheryl (Moran) Gardiner, formerly of Nashville, isn’t just telling tall tales. She just landed a 22.23-pound salmon, winning the Lake Erie Salmon Pickerel Tournament in Canada. "The whole thing was pretty exciting," she said dur­ half hour of battling with the ing an interview back home in fish about six miles from Nashville after the tourna­ shore on the great lake. She ment. said, however, that half hour Gardiner said it usually sure seemed like much longer. takes two to reel in such a "He was a real scrapper. I fish, and this whale of a still have the bruises on my salmon was certainly no ex­ arms to prove it," she said. ception. One fisherman usu­ Once things calmed down a ally steers while the other bit, "Moby” was put on the "plays” the line. scales and sized up. Not only "When we finally landed was his weight a record at the him and saw how big he was, tournament, but he measured I hollered on the radio, 'It's 38 1/2 inches. Moby Dick and we’re bringing "It’s really unusual for them him in!"' she laughed. to get that big,” she said. That followed more than a Now many in Nashville may wonderjust how Gardiner ended up in a fishing tourna­ Newest citizen ment, qr in Canada for that matter. Hers is a love story, announced— the fishing is secondary. "I met a nice man who hap­ GIRL, Jeff and Debbie Starr­ ing of Battle Creek would like pened to be from Canada to announce the birth of their about four years ago, we were daughter, Shayna Kaitlin July married just last June, and 22, at 8:05 p.m. at Communi­ both love to fish." ty Hospital in Battle Creek. That nice man, husband She weighed 5 lbs. 9 ozs. Jim, had been fishing for Grandparents are Bob and years, and had participated in Judy Starring of Vermontville many tournaments before and Peggy Marsh of Battle meeting Cheryl. It turns out Creek. Great grandmother LaVance Aldrich of that fishing was something that both loved to do, so from Vermontville. He was a real scrapper, I still have the bruises on my arms to prove it! JJ — Cheryl (Moran) Gardiner day one, she was out on the lake with Jim in their 20 in­ board outboard boat known as "The Cricket." Jim, never a winner of the tournament, but a second or third place contender several times, said that he knew Cheryl would have many sleepless nights following the "catch" because the two-week tournament was not yet over. Until the last line was dropped, there was still a chance that another "Moby Dick" was lurking about Lake Erie and would be snagged by some lucky fisherman hoping to take away her title. As it turned out, no one even came close. The second place fish weighed in at only 10.91 pounds. The title of first place in the Salmon Pickerel Tournament brings with it $3,000 in cash and a free mounting. Cheryl said that she isn't quite sure what she will do with her winnings, but she definitely is going to keep right on fishing! Talk about a whopper! MMwwmwk«to|;Mffltata|. M.|ffhtomfflfc'|jli siljtaWitj-Wlfef-;'}: ^ihoiKWhiw miDioii'ftnC-WFii’ •! poymaillof coochi^^sitofc) Vermontville Office, or submit a resume to Independent Bank, 194 Main St, Vermontville, MI. 49096. Independent Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M.F.D.V, Outaita^ wM$(ip ^wWI K0||l$(ii p^1*’ Feature... v Quick Lube . Qj^gf $ 4 A99 ■ 5r ... major brands of oil available M-6 6 TIRE uuv^m n 777S SRfcfnbng Lnhn Rd . M-M lake Odessa, Ml 46849 _ #»*s** #»si Dike*** dot* 1 SMK .« ■ W bm W &K&**M5 Mechanic On Duty ghpu^hl ■ On M 66 *1 Woodbury. 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Here are the winners from the final track meet: Discus Female Kdg.-3rd: Keely McMillon 25-4 1/2; 4th-6th: Hilary Lrolik 45-11 1/2; 7th-9th: Dacia Davis 63-10 1/2. Discus — Male 7th-9th: Justin Sealy 68-0 10th-12th: Dennis 1/2; Rodeman 77-6; Adults: Gabriel Carter 109-5 1/2. High Jump — Female Kdg-3rd: Lauren Pierce 2-9; Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: August 4 — Barry County Homemakers Picnic and Council Meeting at Alene Hamilton’s, 12:30 p.m. August 6 — Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, Expo Building. August 15-17 — State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, East Lansing. August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. H.V.A.C. Service TechJInstaller/Installer Leadmen: Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. personnel. Are you ready to advance into the commercial and industrial market? Become involved in all phases of commercial and industrial systems, including state of the art controls, restaurants and supermarket refrigeration. Quality Air has new openings in our expanding Service Department. Piping and welding experience a plus. Sendyour resume ’ to: Quality Air Heating & Cooling 3395 Kraft Ave., S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Attn: Service General Manager 4th-6th: Kaitlyn Hammond 3­ 6; 7th-9th: Sarah Cook 4-6; 10th-12th: Becky Wilson 4-8. High Jump — Male 7th-9th: Justin Sealy 4-10; 10th-12th: David-Taylor 6-2; Adults: Dan Rasey 5-8. Long Jump — Female Kdg.-3rd: Chelsea Martin 92 1/2; 4th-6th: Kortney Ewing 10-11; 7th-9th: Sarah Cook 12-7 3/4, Long Jump — Male Kdg.-3rd: Ross Smith: 310; 7th-9th: Andy Ewing 16-8 1/4; 10th-12th: Jon Kenyon 16-10 3/4; Adults: Steve Ainsworth 17-8. Pole Vault — Female 7th-9th: Moe Nisse 5-0; Adults: Kathryn Murphy 5-6. Pole Vault — Male 10th-12th: Dennis Rodeman 9-6; Adults: Steve Ainsworth 11-6. Shot Put — Female 7th-9th: Dacia Davis 21-3 1/2. Shot Put — Male 7th-9th: Andrew Krolik 20­ 5 1/2; 10th-12th: Brandon Phenix 30-3; Adults: Gabriel Carter 35-3. 800 — Female • 4th-6th: Jena Spaulsbury 4:22; 7th-9th: Aubry Murphy 3:14; 10th-12th: Nicole Wilson 3:02; Adults: Kathryn Murphy 2:41.5. 800 — Male 7th-9th: Richie Wilson 3:20; Adults: Ron Hart 2:56. Hurdles — Female Kdg-3rd: Chelsea Martin 11.53 (55 meters); 4th-6th: Hilary Krolik 10.06 (55 meters); 7th-9th: April Bennett 10.02 (55 meters); Adults: Jackie Mudry 22.19 (100 hurdles). Hurdles — Male Kdg-3rd: Ross Smith 18.69 (55 hurdles); 4th-6th: Justin Hoard 12.07 (55 hurdles); 7th9th: Justin Sealy 10.6 (55 hurdles); 10th-12th: Brandon Phenix 16.9 (110 hurdles). 1600 — Female 4th-6th: Jenna Spaulsbury 10:08.8; 10th-12th: 10th12th: Camy Clift 7:00; Adults: Kathryn Murphy Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE * * * YOU * * * 6:03.8. 1600 Relay — Female Robinson and J. Robinson 1600 — Male 7th-9th: McMillon, Cook, 6:21. Adults: Kim Spaulsbury VanEngen and Murphy 5:54; 1600 — Male 5:26.8. Adults: Hart, Todd, 10th-12th: Todd, Murphy, 70 & 100 — Female Clift and Wilson 5:26; VanEngen and Spaulsbury Kdg-3rd: Chelsea Martin Adults: Carr, Hart, B. 4:51. 13.09 (70 meters); 4th-6th: Lindsay Malone 11.98 (70 meters); 7th-9th: Courtney Clift 15.76 (100 meters); Adults: Jackie Mudry 16.1. 70 & 100 — Male Kdg-3rd: Ross Smith 20.0 (70 meters); 4th-6th: Garrett VanEngen 13.96 (70 meters); 7th-9th: Andy Ewing 12.40 (100 meters); 10th-12th: Andy Patrick 12.17 (100 meters); Adults: Steve Ainsworth 12.38 (100 meters). 400 Relay — Female Kdg-3rd: Martin, McMillon, Green and The opening of the 700 meter dash with Chelsea VanEngen 1:21.10; 4th-6th: Martin, Megan VanEngen, Beth Green and Kim Perce, Malone, Krolik and Johnsonstreaking out to fast starts. Oleson 1:14.93; 7th-9th: Murphy, Scramlin, Todd and Rasey 1:10.76; 10th-12th: Hamilton, Nisse, Wilson and Murphy 1:05.3; Adults: Hart, Carr, Oleson and Hamilton 1:05.12. 400 Relay — Male 7th-9th: Kenyon, Sealy, Krolik and Wilson 1:02.97; 10th-12th: Phenix, C. Ewing, A. Ewing and Stevens 50.30; Adults: Andy Patrick, Aaron Patrick, Kenyon and Eye And they're off: Matt Malone, Brandon Schantz, 50.14. Andy Ewing, Nathan Careny, Jon Kenyon and Andy 400 — Female 7th-9th: April Bennett Patrick in the 100-meters. 1:18.69. TOWNSHIP OF 400 — Male SUNFIELD 7th-9th: Andrew Krolik July 7, 1997 1:15.50; Adults: Dan Rasey Sunfield Community Room, 1: 03.44. 8:00 p.m. Regular meeting called to 200 — Female 4th-6th: Kim Green and order; Pledge and prayer. Present were Supervisor Kaitlyn Hammond (tie) 38.5; Brown, Clerk Smith, Treasurer 7th-9th: Amy Stevens 33.18. Hyvarinen & Trustee Campeau. 200 — Male Two guests. OFFERING COMPLETE 32 police calls for the month of 7th-9th: Richie Wilson WATER & WELL June; 1.45% of the County total. 37.78; 10th-12th: Jon Kenyon Approved the minutes of DRILLING & PUMP 25.67; Adults: Dan Rasey 6/2/97 meeting, the bill listing 27.66. for 6/97 for $12,081.32 and the SALES & SERVICE TB for 6/97 with revenues of 800 Relay — Male 4” to 12” WELLS 7th-9th: Sealy, Wilson, $14,223.62 and expenses of $12,371.54. • Residential Kenyon and VanEngen We still have an opening for 2: 35.64. • Commercial the Library Board. 3200 Relay — Female Liptak resigned as Twp. • Farm 10th-12th: Todd, Murphy, representative from the Sun­ We stock a complete line field, Sebewa, Danby Fire Dept. Clift and Wilson 12:40.9; Board. of... Adults: Murphy, T. Sealy, J. Interested persons are en­ * Pumps • Tanks Sealy and Smith 13:54. couraged to contact Supervisor * Plastic & Steel Pipe 200 Hurdles — Female Brown at (616) 367-4197. * Other Well Supplies Discussed the cemeteries, the 7th-9th: April Bennett County Comprehensive Plan and WE OWN OUR 36.66. upcoming events. OWN EQUIPMENT 200 Hurdles — Male Approved MTA & NATAT & DO OUR OWN WORK. 7th-9th: Justin Sealy 31.27. dues. Meeting adjourned at 9:15 Matthew D. Ewing 300 Hurdles — Male p.m. Owner 10th-12th: Brandon Phenix Minutes taken and summariz­ 46.36; Adults: Ben Mudry ed by Clerk, Sheryl A. Smith. GRAVEL WELLS 53.90. A SPECIALTY ‘‘Notice — In the spirit of EWING WELL DRILLING INC. National Ads KYOSUSR JOB IS YOUR REDIT IF YOU HAVE HAD any of the FOLLOWING: 0 0 0 ~ Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Wee Today ales Staff Today°U Ar E ndxPYeoruienCcaend BaendIn KTnhoew Cleadr goef aYboleur Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. 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SWF, 49, 5'3”, N/S, likes walking, the beach, sunsets, car shows, flea mar­ kets, travel, seeks SWM, to spend quality time with. Ad#.2453_________ SOUND APPEALING Single white female, 40, 5’5”, nonsmoker, educated, enjoys music, dancing, the outdoors, concerts, gardening seeks loyal, sensitive, single white male, under 40. Ad#.95O8 SOMEONE SPECIAL FOR ME SW mom, 35, 5’1”, brownish-blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys fishing, outdoor sports, seeks dependable SWM, 30­ 40, who likes children. Ad#.5261 HER KIND OF GUY? Single white female, 18, 5’6", slim, smoker, non-drinker, actively into sports, looking for a humorous, medi­ um-built single male, 18-22. Ad#.1119 POSITIVE OUTLOOK Divorced white mom, 34, 5’5", auburn hair, green eyes, easygoing, independent, enjoys bike riding, rollerblading, music, skiing, skating, seeks mediumbuilt single white male, under 45. 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Single white female, 23, 5*8”, 130lbs., blue-eyed blonde, spontaneous, enjoys fitness, modeling, partying, the wilderness, seeks non-jealous, honest single male, who likes to cuddle. Ad#.6966 HAPPY & LIVELY Commitment-minded SWF, 45, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, likes bowling, camping, seeks honest, wellgroomed, kind, caring, mature SM. Ad#.9O12 J-ad Graphics brings you: Meeting Place If your life is then you need to call today and place your FREE ad. cun into wei meT To place your FREE ad and be matched instantly with area singles, Call 1-800-5584394 24 hours a day) To listen to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, Call 1-900-860-2104 ONLY $1.99 per minute will be charged to your monthly teletele­ phone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a touchtone HONESTY A MUST! SW mom,. 38, 5*3”, personable, not flamboyant, enjoys camping, walks in the woods, the lake, in search of patient, dependable SWM, 38-45, dads welcome. 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Ad#.1O24 POSITIVE ATTITUDE Single gle white female, 39, 5*7", 135lbs., professional, fessional, enjoys camping, swimming, the beach, traveling, gardening, seeks loyal, sincere, loving, romantic single male. Ad#.2439 BE THERE FOR ME Outstanding SW mom, 40, 5*10”, 160lbs, blue-eyed blonde, employed, enjoys jogging, walking, time with kids, sports, seeking SM who likes kids. Ad#.4040 CAREER-ORIENTED Single white female, 20, 5*7", llOlbs. llong blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys modeling, fashion shows, dining out, dubs, dancing, singing, seeks nonjealous, honest single male. Ad#.3853 LAID-BACK & TONGUE-TIED Single white female, 20, 5*5”, 115lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys danc­ ing, partying, good times, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. Ad#.6594 CARING PEOPLE PERSON Outgoing, friendly SWF, 36, 5’6’’, blonde hair, blue eyes, medium build, employed, enjoys walks, craft shows, movies, seeks sensitive, communica ­ tive SM. Ad#.5171 ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 45, 5’5", brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-luckv, employed, yed, enjoys reading, embroi embroi-­ dery, seeks personable, humorous sin­ gle male. Ad#. 1245 DIVORCED MOM Fun-loving, employed white female, 37, 5*5”, blonde hair, hazel eyes, likes movies, dancing, country music, time with her children, seeking kind, hon­ est, sincere, fun-loving single male. Ad#.4192 Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute POSITIVE THINKER Slender Catholic SWM, 19, 6*. inde­ pendent, active, self-employed, N/S, lives in Caledonia, likes going out, pool, jet skiing, country music, seeks Interesting, slim S WF, 18-25. Ad#.8818 NO STRINGS Single black male, 39, 5*10”, 185lbs., degreed, professional, N/S, lives near Kalamazoo, likes dandng, dining out, seeks attractive single female, 20-32, for fun times. Ad#.5363 LIKE COUNTRY LIFE? Heavyset single white male, 55, 6*3”, friendly, self-employed, N/S, likes fish­ ing, camping, the outdoors, dandng, seeks compatible, single white female, 35-55, with positive attitude. Ad#.3349 COMMUNICATION IS KEY Single white male, 38, 5*10”, 175lbs., smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys movies, motorcyding, swimming, good conversation, seeks single white female. Ad#.3772 CONFIDANTE? Well-adjusted, humorous single white male, 48, 6*. blue eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys billiards, cooking, garage sales, movies, seeks old-fash­ ioned, compassionate single white female, 35-48. Ad#.3844 LOVING LIFE! Hardworking, humorous single white male, 30, 5’7”, 160lbs., brown hair, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#.1741 YOU WON’T BE SORRY Single white dad, 26, 5’9”, medium build, seeks slender single white female, 20-28, who enjoys romantic evenings and spontaneous advenadven­ tures. Ad#.7677 HAVE A NICE DAYI Career-minded SWM, 29, 6’, heavy­ set, interests indude travel, outdoor times, movies, seeks nice SWF, 24-40, who likes working with the youth. Ad#.3598 SHY & QUIET Medium-built single white male, 44, 5’2", non-smokerjives in Bellvue, likes fishing, walking, biking, quiet times at home, seeks single female, under 44, for good relationship. Ad#.967O MOVED FROM PHOENIX SWM, 25, 5*11”, sociable, smoker, employed, lives in Lansing area, likes movies, biking, hiking, camping,, seeks medium-built SWF, 23-36, for ni nice gettogethers. Ad#.2887 ONE NICE GUY Respectful, chivalrous single white male, 19, 6’1", non-smoker, enjoys humor, music, socializing, seeks friendly single female, 18-25, race not important. Ad#.3O29 IT COULD BE YOUI Single white male, 23, 6*4”, 210lbs., brown hair, green .eyes, shy, reserved, enjoys sports, outdoor activities, danciing, music, seeks slender, honest, funloving single white female, 21-32. Ad#. 1973 BIG MAN...BIG HEART Compassionate single white male, 49, 5’11”, auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, dining out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, understanding single female, who will be there for him. Ad#.5238 DEVELOP A LIFE? Caring, loyal single white male, 37, 5*11”, 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, f from Battlecreek, likes movies, photography, animals, music, seeks simi­ lar single white female, 28-42. Ad#.1111 CINDERELLA’S SLIPPER Divorced white dad, 38, 5’6”, brown hair/eyes, enjoys house work and spending pending time with his children, from the he Battie Creek area, seeking kindhearted single whit white female, who likes children. Ad#.2O21 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Single white male, 24, 5*5”, medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, easygoiing, ng, non-smoker, enjoys bowling, fish­ ing and swimming, from the Battle Creek area, seeks slender single white female, 19-26. Ad#.991O CHARMING Stable SBCM, 39, 6'4”, from Grand Rapids, enjoys movies, dining out, traveling, veling, dancing, g, seeks rare, roman romantic S/DF, 38-44, 5’9”+, N/S. Ad#.4653 NEXT STOP...ROMANCEI Mellow, medium-built SBM, 38, 5'6”, N/S, intelligent, enjoys music, sports and the arts, from the Southhaven area, seeks slender SF, under 40. Ad#.1913 REALISTIC GOALS Optimistic, relaxed SWM, 45, 5’9”, brown hair, employed, enjoys cooking, movies, beach walks, seeks honest, liberal, intellectual SF, for wonderful times. Ad#.3001 HE’LL CALL YOU BACKI Single white male, 25, 5’11", person­ able, extroverted, likes movies, bowl­ ing, walks, looking for employed, drugfree, non-drinking, childless single white female, 18-35, who does not smoke, Ad#.1997 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 45, 5*7”, non­ smoker, social drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping in cabins, cooking, seeks single white female, under 46. Ad#.1255 A PHONE CALL AWAY Single white male, 36, 5*5”, short brown hair, non-smoker, glasses, per­ sonable, enjoys comedy, bike riding, camping, traveling, seeks single white female,, 30-38, a non-smoker. Ad#. 1536 IS IT MEANT TO BE? Single white male, 42, 5*11”, easygo eas ­ ing, understanding, likes walking, Dike riding, sports, dining out, dancing, seeks non-drinking, non-smoking, loving, caring single female, under 45. Ad#.1216 LAUGH WITH ME! Single white male, 22, 5’10”, 155lbs. 155lbs., friendly, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes sports, music, long walks, dubs, seeks medium-built single female, 1928, with no children. Ad#. 1211 A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6*. medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20- 24, no children, for possible relationship. Ad#.8914 EASYGOING Nice SWM, 48, 5’8”, medium build, enjoys sports, music, country dandng, seeks S/DF, 35-48, non-drinker, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.7132 IS IT YOU? Single white dad, 38, 5’9”, 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interinter­ ests. Ad#.9264 CIRCLE THIS ADI Single white male, 47, 6’, 185lbs., occasional drinker, enjoys tennis, movies, dancing, evening bike rides, seeks slender or medium-built, non­ smoking single white female, 38-49. Ad#.2659 RENDEZVOUS WITH ME Single white male, 46, 5’8”, 160lbs., congenial health professional, enjoys the outdoors, getaways, quality conversations, music sic ana more, seeking younger, fit, sodal, fun single female, who someday wants a family. Ad#.6651 . LOVE TO BE HELD? SWM, 41, 5’8”, smoker, enjoys time with his sons, camping, fishing, long walks, billiards, rock *n roll, bowling, i2n8 g,seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 28­ 41. Ad#.2425 LIKES TO CHATI Single white male, 45, 5’7", 145lbs., creative, likes being with his daughter, plays, music, reading, cooking, nature, seeks single white female. Ad#. 1286 TIME TO SETTLE DOWN Professional SWM, 39, 6*, likes danc­ ing, billiards, volleyball, movies, walk­ ing, ng, photography, photography, seeks seeks SWF, SWF, under under 39, 9, N/S, who wants to start a family. Ad#.2175 ENJOYS TOGETHERNESS Single white dad, 47, 5’11”, non-smok­ er, enjoys movies, plays, outdoor activities, spending time at home, seeks slim, adventurous, communica­ tive single white female, 38-52. Ad#.125O FOREVER YOUNG SWM, 43, 5’9”, medium build, enjoys car repair, rock-n-roll music, the out­ doors, seeking fun-loving SWF, 33-45, medium build, for possible relation­ ship. Ad#.2276 LETS MEET FOR COFFEE SWM, 26, 6*. 200lbs., blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium build, N/S, enjoys rollerblading, the race track, dandng, seeks flexible, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 SOCIABLE TYPE Single white male, 29, 5*8”, 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys sports, travel, leisure activities, In search of an attractive, petite single white female, 21- 35, who is fun to be around. Ad#.966O TRUE LOVE Single white male, 50, 6’1”, 220lbs., non-smoker, enjoys walks in the woods, camping, hiking, the beach, cards, chess, dancing, seeks strong single white female. Ad#.375O ONE WITH NATURE Attractive SW dad, 29, 6*, 185lbs., medium build, enjoys sports, camping, canoeing, seeks attractive, trim, employed SW mom, 22-25, for possi­ ble relationship. Ad#.9350 MY LOOKS ARE PLEASANT Single white male, 46, 6*2”, medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, commit­ ment-minded, seeks single white female, 35-45, no head games please. 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Ad#.7749 LIKES TO HAVE FUN SWM, 50, 6*1”, graying brown hair, mustache, tan, honest, caring, romantic, employed, likes boating, movies, concerts, skiing, seeks attractive SF. Ad#.4569 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, July 29, 1997 — Page 12 Minor Leaguers conclude ‘97 successful season Tournament champs was the United Methodist Church of Vermontville. The team consisted of (front row, left to right) Nate Smith, Oran McCauley, Brody Klapko, Devin Musser; (back row) Coach Fred McCauley, Eric Turner, Adam Moody, Ben Fox, Mark Rodriguez, Jeff Bowman, Chris Morris, manager Megan McCauley and Coach Jeff Bowman. Not pictured: Spencer Balcom. Season champs, The Movie Station, went undefeated. The team included (from left to right) Mike Terpening, Paul Vaughn, Andrew Ashcraft, Matt Rice, Matt Dunham, Jason Wymer, Justin Wymer, Andrew Thompson, Kyle Johnson, Carlyle Westendorp, Coach Bill Currier and Coach Pam Currier. Not pictured: Andrew Gaber. The Maple Valley Little June, despite thunder storms United Methodist 7-5 League's Minor League season and a heat wave, a tournament Grant's Woodshop 5-7 concluded on June 27. Each was played. The United Hastings City Bank 4-7-1 team played twelve games Methodist Church team of Power's Service 2-9-1 during the regular season and Vermontville won the gold Special thanks is given to when the dust settled only one medals. The "God Squad", as the fans, coaches and umpires some called them, went team remained undefeated. for all their support. The Movie Station squad, undefeated. Taking runner-up coached by Bill and Pam honors was Grant's Woodshop Currier, brought home the who had to come back in first-place trophy, a well- bracket two to earn a spot in deserved treat for their the championship game. Coaches of that team were sponsors. Tournament runner-ups, Grant's Woodshop. The biggest rewards for all Tim James, Todd Gonser and Pictured (front row, left to right) Adam Gonser, Kevin of the teams that fought hard Don Grant. Fassett, Joey James, Andrew Belen, Scott Dockster; and improved in the process (back row) Ben Boss, Andrew Kerjes, Zeke Wieland, The final season standings was usually ice cream at the Andrew Burns, Todd Cupp, Nick Grant, Coach Todd were as follows: local ice cream shop. Gonser, Coach Tim James and Coach Don Grant. Movie Station 12-0 During the third week of IGA Vermontville Grocery ’tfl - and - Bl Ph 726-0640 M(|||ket Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday USDA Choice Boneless und Beef Choice Boneless uck Roast Eye Steak m Chuck I Lb. Lb Boneless No Waste Bon ess, Skinless n Breast $■9■■49 Miracle Whip Asst., 48 Oz., IGA Cranberry Juice Miracle Whip Cocktail 18 Oz. IGA Corn Flakes I'P' Y ONE, GET ONE < FREE Lb. Lb. 48 Oz., Kraft ^BjIeef Franks 2 liters Pepsi r«up, Coke Products 995dep. 14.5 Oz., IGA Fancy or Stewed | Tomatoes P.P $2.99, 64 Oz., Regular, Bleach, Liquid All 12 Oz., IGA Lemonade 2/85* 93c l With One Completed Super Saver Card! Limit 3 per card A ■A � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-08-05.pdf 0f7a8b341ed317ae839b4cf13fe3bd5a PDF Text Text HASTIMS FU""6 l'PM” 121 $• «*|l r'lsa HASTINGS. MMl 49058 •wSiun ^^KJSTAGB paid HM**MT49QSl Ptemm No, 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 32 — Tuesday, August 5, 1997 Voters OK Vermontville Township cemetery takeover issue It's official — the Wood­ lawn Cemetery in Ver­ montville is now under own­ ership of the township. Though there was a low voter turnout, only 50 people, those who did vote during the special election to decide the cemetery's fate July 22 were overwhelmingly in favor of the change in ownership. Ac­ cording to Vermontville Township Clerk Marica Grant, 45 voted in favor ofthe change, while only 5 were against. Though the purpose of the election was made public sev­ eral weeks prior, and town meetings were held to clarify what the change in ownership would mean, there has been very little participation in the issue from the public. Prior to the special election, Woodlawn had been a private non-profit entity. "Owned by its lot owners since it was established in 1875," reported Cemetery Board member Jack Rathbum. Maintenance up to this point has been the responsi­ bility of a handful ofresidents who own lots there, causing them a financial hardship. "That results in very little available money," reported Rathbum. Some may believe that the situation was an unusual one, but according to Rathbum, there are other area cemeteries in the same situation. One is the Riverside Cemetary in Hastings. Riverside sexton David Smith described the same types of financial difficulties, though there are many more "lot owners" there. He said that they have tried unsuccess­ fully to hand Riverside over the the City of Hastings. "It is a really difficult situa­ tion," he said. "We have tried to give Riverside to the city and they don't want it." Vermontville Township, on the other hand, is willing to take charge, and with the change in ownership, tax money can be used. Money from the township's general fund will be used to the same as always. subsidize along with fees from "A governing board, func­ grave openings and lot sales. tioning much like a library According to Rathbum, many board, will still exist with elected members. Daily opera­ H If is a really tions will be handled by the difficult situation. board, with regular reports to We have tried to the township,"he said. give Riverside to Will this mean more taxes? the city and According to those involved they don’t ■ ■ with the Cemetery Board, want it. there will be no request for ad­ — Sexton David Smith ditional money now, but that won't realize that there have could happen in the future if been any changes in owner­ the financial situation doesn't ship, daily operations will be improve. Tobias girls show many skills at the fair, despite their youth by Cindy J Smith Micah and Dhanielle have been right there in the show ring with mom and dad every since they were pre-schoolers. Now as 4-H'rs they have stood at the top of their showmanship classes. Soon little brother Austin will follow in their footsteps. StaffWriter Micah and Dhanielle Tobias wore big smiles at the Barry County Fair this year. Both were big prize winners with their beef projects, and it's no wonder, they have had lots of practice, even though they're still very young. Both girls have been pretty much raised around the fair and the cattle at the Tobias farm. Now at the ripe old age of 12, Micah has been in 4-H for three years and has done very well. In fact, she says that trophy case at home is getting pretty full. In her short career as a 4-H beef showman, she is threetime "Supreme Champion" award winner, has had the grand champion bull calf and last year took home a first place showmanship trophy. "Dad is having to move his trophies over to make room for all of ours," she said with a big grin. And most would recognize little sister Dhanielle as this years Novice Showman, sporting a smile as big as the trophy she took home. One might say these little girls from Nashville have a knack for showing beef cattle. Both have been on the end of a halter since just out of dia­ pers. The girls belong to Tim and Pam Tobias of Nashville, and are grandchildren of Fair Board member Ron Tobias. Their grandfather began showing cattle as a youngster about 50 years ago, but back then it was always a prize cow from the family's dairy herd. "Yeah, I started with Brown Swiss," he said. "Then my own two children were raised as showmen, but with beef cattle, and now my grandkids are following right along in our footsteps!." Summer vacation for these youngsters means getting ready for the fair. They begin working in the barnyard many months before show season, using a tractor or sometimes a donkey to break the animals to lead. "That's the Amish way,” Three generations of the Tobias family from explained Dhanielle." And it's Nashville are involved in the Barry County Fair. Usually fun to watch!" you see them on the halter of a steer but this year About the time school is out, many hours are spent they tried something new. "Sarge" got all kinds of attention in the sheep barn! Here with Ron Tobias are with the cattle each day. "We walk them at least a grandchildren Austin, Dhanielle and Micah. mile every night," explained But the Tobias girls said treats and the simple pleasures Micah, when getting ready for that the fair is also a lot of while hanging around the the 1997 fair, "and there is a fun. There are friendships Jo lot of other work to do to." rekindle, the midway, tots of See Showing at fair, P. 2 There are baths, lots of work with a show stick, and hours ofbrushing before these guys are ready for the show ring. When fair week arrives, their father and grandfather Vermontville man accused of molesting truck the cattle to the fair, and girl at campground upon arrival, the whole family ‘All of Us Express’ wraps up library’s is involved in preparing for story hours show day. Many more hours are spent bathing and clipping Nashville cadets help with summer and there are numerous walks program in Hastings around the bams at the fair getting the animals familiar Summerfest 3-on-3 basketball tourney with new surroundings before detailed going in front of a judge in the show ring. In This Issue... While there is a lot of money to be made at the fair when that steer goes through the sale ring, it's also a little sad to see him go. Micah had to part with her friend Oreo two years ago. And, though there have been many beef projects on the Tobias farm, this is one she will never forget. �The Maple VoH*y Naw*, Hashvill*, Tu**d*y, August 5, 1997 — Pag* 2 SHOWING AT THE FAIR, bam. They said one of the best times of fair week is the water fights and then showing with all of their 4-H friends. This year there was an added attraction at fair time, as their grandfather had done some haggling and ended up with a new pet. "He likes to wheel and deal, we never know what he will come home with," giggled Dhanielle. This spring he returned home from a fencing job near Jackson with a Jacobs sheep, which the girls and younger brother Austin, immediately named Sarge (short for Sergeant) and decided that he too should come to the fair. "Sarge" was the only Jacobs sheep at the Barry County Fair, and it gained lots of at­ tention because of his not-soordinary markings. Looking like a wholly miniature version of a Hol­ stein cow, but with large horns, this guy was a main at­ traction in the sheep bam. And though the girls knew Though just a first year showman in the 4-H classes, Dhanielle has had a little more practice than most! She took first place in her Novice Showmanship class this year. Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. continued from frontpage nothing about the sheep busi­ ness when their grandfather brought him home, they learned very quickly what they had to do to prepare him for a show day at the fair. Both girls, though always smiling, are serious show­ men, and they looked at the lamb as a chance to sharpen their skills. "If we ever get into the Show of Champions when we're older, we will definitely know how to show a sheep now," said Micah. "But I think in the meantime we'll stick to cattle!" Sunfield scouts recycling is Aug. 9 Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sun­ field from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 9. The scouts will take newspaper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; and magazines, tied or in grocery bags, no Reader’s Digest. Scouts at that recyclers not drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Oct. 11. The scouts cannot take plastic. Look at the size of that trophy! Micah said that dad's trophy case at home is getting pretty full. She and sister Dhanielle have brought a few home every year since old enough to show cattle. ben you buy yt>ur lile insurance from us through Auto- wners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we take great interest in you — as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people — and the things they own. ^Auto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business TktNo PMe/mfbopk* Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... ..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH- FIRST CONGREGATIONAL 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service......... 11 am. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11a.m. P.M. Worship......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 517-726-0580 GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..9:30 am. Sunday School.. 10:00 am. Fellowship Tim 10:30 am Adult Class....... ........ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Barry County COA lunch menu, events planned Wednesday, Aug. 6 Pork Chop Aujus, scalloped potato, mixed veggie, dinner roll, margarine, pineapple. Thursday, Aug. 7 Sloppy Joes, O’Brien potato, lima beans, bun, jello. Friday, Aug. 8 Chicken rice casserole, peas, winter blend, bread, margarine, mandarin oranges. Monday, Aug. 11 Chicken cordon w/gravy, baked potato, stewed tomato, bread, cookie. Tuesday, Aug. 12 Groundbeef stew, lima beans, biscuit, spiced baked apples. Events Wednesday, Aug. 6 MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road ('/i ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Theplace to goforprofessional styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road. Owner - Diana Kuempel 852-9481 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.................9:30 am. Sun. School....................... 11 am. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 am. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Aug. 11 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Aug. 12 — puzzle day. Diana’s Place Sun. School 9:45 am. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road PASTOR RANDY SMITH Hastings, crafts;, Nashville, Banker Life, 11:30; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, Aug. 7 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Aug. 8 — Hastings, ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. CT CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................9:30 am. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 am. 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(N-71) (B) 2.2 ACRES...... $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres....... .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) BUILDING SITE: APPROX. ONE ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. I gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) BUILDING LOT - NASHVILLE HWY.- Blacktop roa^^O gas avail­ able), ^O.urveyed and 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN "perked". VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for k more "info." (V-66) ONE LOT LEFT - (VL-46) U ACRES - $12,000 - Good building site on IN NASHVILLE • 4 BEDROOMS, 2 has been completel^QiVtiodeled with great rocs? & open stairway. (N-51) BATHS - This I Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) I The "All Of Us Express" visited Vermontville for story hour last week bringing a bit of extra 'spunk' to some favorite children's stories with lots of costumes and loads of imagination, (from left) Amy Weidig, Nick Violante, Michele McCarty and Tory Light. Humidity, heat, sun could be deadly Prolonged strenuous or even moderate activity on sunscorched days of high temperatures and high humidity could be a double whammy for individuals who do not take the proper self­ protection precautions. “Unless a person paces him/herself and drinks plenty of water,” he or she could be a candidate for heat exhaus­ tion or heatstroke,” says Howard Doss, Michigan State University Extension agricultural safety leader. “Unfortunately, most people don’t think about that until they are on the verge of becoming ill.” He says the second mistake people make in hot weather is wearing as little clothing as possible, which in itself may contribute to heat exhaustion or heatstroke while exposing the skin to the damaging ef­ fects of the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which can cause skin cancer. “Most people give little consideration to a sunburn, not realizing that the effect of the sun on a person’s skin is cumulative and that, as a per­ son ages, the chance of developing skin cancer in­ creases,” Doss says. “Skin cancer constitutes the most common form of cancer in the United States, where onethird of the melanomas in the world — about 450,000 new cases each year — occur.” He adds that males are more susceptible to skin cancer than females and that all people, regardless of skin color, are likely to suffer some degree of skin damage when overexpos­ ed to the sun without protection. Doss says that proper clothing in hot weather can substantially reduce the poten­ tial for heat exhaustion or heatstroke and help prevent sunburn. For surviving excessively hot weather, his recommenda­ tions are: • Dress for hot weather in lightweight, white or light­ colored clothing because it tends to reflect heat and sunlight and helps you main­ tain body temperature. Cotton is cooler than polyester. A broad-brimmed hat, long- sleeved shirt and bandanna to cover the neck and liberal amounts of sunscreen (SPF of 15 or more) on exposed skin help reduce damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which are most intense between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. • Heed the early warnings of heat stress such as headache, heavy perspiration, high pulse rate and shallow breathing. If these symptoms occur, immediately take a break in a cooler place. If the symptoms persist or worsen within minutes to lethargy, disorientation or delirium, the onset ofheatstroke may be oc­ curring. Heatstroke can kill, so anyone showing these symptoms should receive im­ mediate medical attention. • Heat exhaustion — characterized by dizziness, weakness or fatigue — can oc­ cur following several days of sustained exposure to hot temperatures. A common treatment for heat exhaustion is replacing fluids and elec- trolytes. Some victims may require hospitalization. • Drink plenty ofwater and consume plenty of potassiumrich foods, such as fruit and fruit juices. Avoid consuming caffeinated beverages and alcohol on hot days — they will contribute to dehydration, which increases the risk for heat-related illness. • Eat lots of carbohydrates and avoid fats and proteins. Fats tend to produce more body heat than do car­ bohydrates. Proteins increase water loss. Doss says that a recent government medical report on heatstroke warned that some drugs — such as tranquilizers, antidepressants, an­ tihistamines and some overthe-counter sleeping pills — may increase the risk of heatrelated illness by interfering with the body’s physical heat regulatory system. Your physician or pharmacist should be able to advise you about medications you are taking. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: August 6 — Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, Expo Building. August 15-17 — State 4-H Horse Show, MSU Pavilion for Agriculture and Livestock Education, East Lansing. August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, July 16,1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500 Ext. 225 or 485-6444, Ext. 225. Joyce Blake Linda Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 5, 1997 — Page 5 Nashville Cadets help with summer program in Hastings Fish Hatchery Park, and last week's focus was on self-es­ teem. Kindergarten through sixth grade girls were invited to attend the free camp. The girls have been learn­ ing about fitness and nutri­ tion and how to challenge themselves. Last Thursday, for example, the emphasis was to think positively and adopt an 'I can do it' attitude. They learned about Rosa Parks and Amelia Earhart Nashville Girl Scouts in Cadet Troop #600 are play­ ing a leadership role at a Summer Fun day camp in Hastings. Samantha Curtis, Melinda Powers, Lizzie Sundrla and Bethany Adams are partici­ pating from the troop. Their volunteer service will earn leadership hours towards a Cadet award. The two week Girl Scout program is being held at and Harriett Tubman and "the challenges they faced, but they went ahead with their heart," said Wendy Bar­ num, on-site coordinator. C Looking for a 'X PRINTER? Call... \945-9554J Nashville Cadets (in the back, from left) Samantha Curtis, Melinda Powers, I i77ie Sundrla and Bethany Adams look at paper airplanes made by the younger girls — Kyleigh Sheldon, Sara Silver, Leslie Pumford, Paige Pumford and Channon Fields - after learning about Amelia Earhart. Serving Our Country HEALTHY THE FIRST Glenn P. Godbey Nil iUhN fc UN ’fatal taapj *• r-aSffitifc5 N i Niraakji ■M Wtdta. Irin '£iiw’ife te krai is alia | xi htohptai elk tai tai to h r« ®3B.tais ap cte ■k taiajjtain Hi- Kaaataic jl tatantakii I ta ■t |lliil|t«lllM B jssBt«ff a. as . „ ttliSi’P I® 11 as® ** Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Glenn P. Godbey, son of Lester B. Godbey of Assyria Road and Shirley A. Gardner of Scott Road, Nashville, is halfway through a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific Ocean aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Chosin. Operating with the USS Constellation Battle Group, Godbey is one of more than 350 Sailors aboard the ship which departed its homeport of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, in April. Since departing, Godbey James R. Bingham Air Force Senior Master Sgt. James R. Bingham has graduated from the U.S. Air Force Senior Noncommis­ sioned Officer, (SNCOA) Academy at Maxwell Air Force Base-Gunter Annex, Montgomery, Ala. Graduates completed a seven-week course which pro­ vided instruction in communications skills, international relations, national ob­ jectives, employment of military force in achieving Air Force objectives, the Air Force role in force applica­ tion, management and effec­ tive use of human resources. has participatedin a deman­ ding series of events that in­ cluded air warfare, maritime interception and surface war­ fare operations in the Persian Gulf. The operations sup­ ported U.N. Security Council resolutions prohibiting the transfer of contraband materials in and out of Iraq and enforced the coalition established no-fly zone over southern Iraq. USS Chosin is one of the most powerful warships ever put to sea. The computer­ based AEGIS weapons system is the heart of the ship’s war fighting capability. It centers They also received instruction in management, concepts and theories, analytical decision­ making, managerial styles, behavioral science, and methods to improve worker performance. The senior master sergeant is a senior military training advisor assigned to the Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, Colo. Bingham is the son of Alma Bingham of 4157 Barryville Road, Nashville. He graduated in 1976 from Maple Valley High School and received a bachelor’s degree in 1984 from Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos. SPECIAL MEETING The Nashville Village Council will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, August 5,1997 in the Council Cham­ bers at 7:00 p.m. Purpose: To discuss the advertising for and hiring of a police chief. Nashville Village Council 101) around a powerful radar that enables the crew to detect, track and fire on more than 100 targets at a time. Guided missile cruisers like Godbey’s ship are designed to protect the battle group against all threats from above, on or below the sea. During the deployment, Godbey was able* to take ad­ vantage ofthe unique cultures provided while in Australia and the United Arab Emirates. The 1981 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in February 1987. SI^N SKIN CANCER. IRONIC, ISN’T TAN I S OF IT? The fact is, tanning can lead to melanoma/skin cancer. So examine yourself regularly. Look for blemishes larger than a pencil eraser, multi-colored or asymmetrical in shape. If you have any questions, see your dermatologist. :‘AAD \ SpOT MELANOMA/SKIN CANCER EARLY www.aad.org �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 5,. 1997 — Page 6 Eaton County dog license deadline past Eaton County residents who own dogs are advised to ob­ tain a 1997 dog license ifthey have not already done so by the Eaton County Animal Control Department. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD July 2, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Supervisor Cooley. All board members present. Z. Mead and S. Langham were also present. A moment of silence was observed in memory of D. Langham and D. Pixley. Minutes from last meeting were approved. Treasurer’s report approved. Approved paying bills in the amount of $17,705.68. Committee reports were given. Special Assessment Roll for Rogers Rd. was approved. Trustee vacancy and will be put in the paper. Meeting adjourned at 8 p.m. Lorna Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley (100) The deadline for obtaining a 1997 dog license without a late penalty charge has passed and die cost ofa dog license is now $25. Animal control officers are now canvassing the county in order to determine who has not compiled with the licens­ ing requirement oftheir dogs. If a person cannot show proof of current license they will be issued a failure to show dog license citation. Once the re­ quirements of the citation has been complied with, the cita­ tion will be dismissed. However, ifthe person fails to comply, the citation will be forwarded to District Court, where a fine of at least $45 could be assessed. Persons will be given a reasonable opportunity in which to comply before the cititation is forwarded to District Court. Dog licenses may be obtain­ ed at the Eaton County Animal Control Department, 1085 Independence in Charlotte. A valid rabies vac­ cination certificate must be presented at time ofpurchase. For more information, con­ tact the Eaton County Animal Control office Monday through Friday during normal business hours at (517) 482-8803 or (517) 543-5755. Sunfield garage sale set Aug. 9 The second annual Village of Sunfield Community Garage Sale is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 9 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The sales will be located all over the village. Sunfield is located four miles west of Mulligan and eight miles east of Lake Odessa, on the north side of M-43. Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. For Rent 401 STATE ST two bedroom apartment, nice, $350. 517-852-9386. Garage Sale THREE FAMILY SALE Aug. 8 & 9,9-6. Couch and chair, nice baby furniture and clothes, 18mo. to 3T, womens and mater­ nity clothes, all sizes, stove, some tools and comforters. 472 Frey Rd. Off M-79. Vermontville Hardware Announces: CUSTOMER APPRECIATION WEEK 100/o off All Cash Purchases It’s Crispy, It’s Tasty, It’s Deep Fried! (NAPS)—There’s no doubt about it. Properly fried food is irresistible. Sizzling hot and fresh from a deep fryer, French fries, chicken or mushrooms have crisp, golden crusts and deliciously tender centers. And when done correctly, fried food is never heavy or greasy, but crunchy, appeal­ ingly light, and altogether mouth-watering. The most convenient way to deep fry is with an elec­ tric unit such as T-Fal’s Superclean deep fryer with thermostats that deliver ideal oil frying tempera­ tures for healthier deep fry­ ing. With the right oil tem­ perature, foods fry quickly, without absorbing excess oil. Here are some tips for terrific frying with an elec­ tric deep fryer: ✓ Use “healthier” oils like canola with its high level of monounsaturated fats. •/ Choose a fryer like TFal’s with a pilot light that signals when oil has reached optimum frying temperature. ✓ Look for safe-to-thetouch exteriors for safer frying. ✓ Check for safety locking lids to prevent splattering and injury. ✓ Pick a fryer with active charcoal filters to absorb frying odors. ✓ For convenience, consid­ er fryers like T-Fal’s, some of which come with remov­ able non-stick pots for easy cleaning. Now, ready to start cooking? Here are three scrumptious T-Fal deep fryer recipes: Hush Puppies IV2 cups cornmeal Vi cup flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1 egg, slightly beaten % cup milk In medium bowl, com­ bine cornmeal, flour, baking powder and salt. (Sale items and industrial accounts excluded) Also... Paint Sale Extended. 25% OffAll H.W.I. Gallons and Quarts of Paint (Manufactured by Sherwin-Williams) Stop in and say hello. We will offer free hot dogs near lunch time. Coffee and peanuts available all week! Our way ofSaying Thank You Hope To See You! Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-726-1121 Doug Durkee - Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am - 6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am - 5 pm; Sun. 11 am - 3 pm Cook up tasty hush puppies, chicken, mushrooms and much more with electric deep fryers like the Superclean Safety Fryer from T-Fal. In small bowl, mix egg and milk. Stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. Drop by tablespoons into hot oil in T-Fal’s Superclean deep fryer. Fry until golden brown. Drain and serve. Makes 14 to 16 hush puppies. French Fried Mushrooms 1 egg % cup milk '/i tsp. salt 30 medium mushrooms % cup flour 1 cup cornflakes Salt to taste Grated Parmesan cheese Lemon wedges, if desired In a shallow dish, beat egg with milk and salt. In another dish, roll mushrooms in flour. Dip mushrooms in egg mix­ ture and coat with corn flakes. Fry in T-Fal’s Superclean deep fryer until golden brown. Drain. Sprinkle with salt to taste and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges. Makes 30 appetizers. Spicy Batter-Fried Chicken 1 (2Vi to 3 lb.) frying chicken, cut into eighths Water 1 cup flour 1 tsp. seasoned salt 1 tsp. paprika 1 tsp. garlic salt % tsp. poultry seasoning 1 tsp. pepper 1 egg Vi cup milk In large pan, cover chicken with water. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer about 20 minutes. Drain thor­ oughly. Pat dry with paper towels. In pie pan, combine flour with seasoned salt, paprika, garlic salt, poultry sea­ soning and pepper. In small bowl, beat egg with milk. Dip chicken in flour mixture, then in egg mixture and again in flour mixture. Drop 2 or 3 pieces at a time into hot oil in TFal’s Superclean deep fryer. Fry until crispy and golden brown. Drain. Serve hot. Makes 3 to 4 servings. Business Services Antiques Community Notices BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 LIFETIME COLLECTION OF MARION (COOK) and Frey- historic Bowens Mills. Household, glassware, civil war, guns, indian, books. Lots more. August 8-9, 9am- 5pm. Two miles north of Yankee Springs State Park, off Briggs Road. (616)795-7530. . ATTENTION: GIRLS INTERESTED IN PLAYING 7th grade basketball this year, please contact Coach Doug Cook at (517)852-2144. Pets Monday, August 4th through Sunday, August 10th Photo by Lou Manna ARHA CHAMPION BEAGLE PUPPIES , (517)726-0218.____________ WEIMERINER PUPS: AKC great hunting grea unng an and family amy dogs, $300. 948-9513 evenings. Real Estate BEAVER ISLAND: 10.01 ACRES Beautifully wooded with large Maple and Beech trees.. Includes gy grassy campsite pe and driveway. Fantastic getaway spot $12,900- $500 down$160/mo, 11% land contract Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118, www.northcmlandco.com. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO never lived in, will move ifnecessary. 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Must sell. Call 1-800-538-7870.________ FIRST TIME HOME buyer. We represent several hanks Repos, new/used, hundreds to choose from. Tax and title down. 1-800-538-7870. _____ WHY RENT WHEN you can own. Three bedroom, two bath. As little as $1,500 down payment, $290 a month. Call 1-800-538-7870. National Ads $529 WEEKLY mailing For Sale company letters from home, KING SIZE “PILLOW TOP” many positions available, easy! deluxe mattress set with frame & No experience needed, free beautiful brasss headboard info., call American Publishers, “Brand ran New ew”! Cost os $1,400, ,, 1-800426-3026, ext 1400, 24 sacrifice $375. 1-517-676-6414 hrs. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps * Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION Matthew D. Ewing Owner 517-726-0323 GRAVELWELLS A SPECIALTY Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Estimates Available Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �Th.Maple Valley News. NcshviHe, Tuesday, August 5, 9997 — Page 7 Nashville girl participates in quarter horse event Luann K. Potter of Nashville recently enrolled in the American Quarter Horse Association horseback riding program. The program provides AQHA members recognition for time spent riding or driv­ ing American quarter horses. A unique aspect of the pro­ gram is its simplicity. Current AQHA members complete a program application and pay a one-time $25 enrollment fee. Enrollees receive an official AQHA log sheet to record their hours driving or riding their American quarter horse. Participants need not own their own horse, but all of­ ficial hours must be accrued with a registered American quarter horse. The first award, a program recognition patch, is given after 50 hours have been logged and verified. Patches and nine subsequent awards are presented at 100- to 5,000-hour levels and range from merchandise gift cer­ tificates from Drysdale’s Western Store to a Montana Silversmith trophy belt buckle at the highest level. Carolyn Hudnell, AQHA director of the horseback riding program, said, “The horseback riding program is a unique opportunity to earn rewards outside of traditional competition. In some csaes the program rewards people who already spend many hours riding American quarter horses. For others, the Maple Valley basketball starts practice Aug. 11 horseback riding program is an incentive to get out and ride.” Horseback riding provides good exercise. According to the U.S. Department of the Interior, more than 27 million people participate in horseback riding nationally. The AQHA actively en­ courages horseback riding as a relaxing recreational activity that can be enjoyed alone or shared with family and friends. Eaton County pasture walk planned at Nashville farm The Eaton County Pasture Group will have its first pasture walk this year at the Neil and Stanley Halsey Farm. The tour date is Thursday, Aug. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. The farm is located at 11420 Kinsel Highway, Nashville. The Halseys have been try­ ing a new water system using nose pumps on loan through the Great Lakes Basin Water Project. This water project is evaluating several different watering systems on farms in Michigan in order to prepare a booklet with the how to’s and the pros and cons of the various systems. The Halseys pulling water from two different sources for their dairy cattle grazing operation. They will be shar­ ing their experiences so far with these systems. At the tour, the Halsey’s pasturing systems will be discussed, after two years of using paddocks, and which forages seem to be working the best for their dairy. All in­ terested producers are welcome to attend this pasture tour. The farm can be reached by taking M-79 west out of Charlotte to Mason Road. Take a right at Mason, go two miles to Kinsel, take a left. The farm is located 1/4 mile on the right. Maple Valley High girls train from noon-2 p.m. All players must have basketball players take notice. Practices for varsity, junior physicals on file with the varsity and freshman start on athletic director. This year Duska Brumm is Monday, Aug. 11 at the high coaching the JV team and school. Varsity practices will be Kevin Rost will guide the CACS to collect freshvegetables locally held from 9-11 a.m., the freshman squad. Jerry Reese CACS (Capital Area Com­ ville Highway and M-50 in junior varsity players will returns as the varsity coach. If you have any questions, munity Services) will start a Charlotte. take court from 6-8 p.m. and new program to distribute All kinds of fruits or the freshman hoopsters will contact Reese at 852-5066. garden produce to needy vegetables are welcome. Any families. amount, large or small, will Collection dates are set for be appreciated. Be sure that Aug. 11 and 12, and Aug. 26 produce is clean and has not and 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 had insecticide applied within p.m. Good quality produce one week. will be accepted for Questions or arrangements redistribution within a couple to drop off produce at other of days. times may be made by calling CACS is located on the 543-5465. southeast comer of Vermont- NOTICE Nashville Water Customers: Water tower will be painted beginning August 4th. You may notice a difference in your water for a period of 3 to 4 weeks. If you have any questions call Scott Decker. 852-9571 Local woman on The Marshall Cloudbusters will have their annual cam­ pout and ultralight plane fly-in Aug. 15-17, at the Pondersoa campground in Vermontville. “This is just a very infor­ mal fun get-together for the members of our club,” says Ron Ohler, one of the pilots and vice president ofthe club. “Members fly down and we enjoy the weekend camping and doing some flying around the area. It’s a great chance to discuss flying adventures, safety issues and upcoming events throughout the state.” Planes will be on display throughout the weekend and a candy drop off for all the public will be planned for Saturday, Aug. 16, between 2 and 3 p.m., weather permitting. The public is welcome to view planes and ask questions of the pilots any time throughout the weekend and are encouraged to bring the kids out for the candy drop Saturday. For more information, feel free to call Ron Ohler (517) 852-9593. Woodland Gospel Singers to visit Sunfield Church Aug. 10 The closing musical pro­ gram at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren for this sum­ mer will be Sunday, Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. The Woodland Gospel Singers will present the program. The church is located at the comer of Sunfield Road and St. Joe Highway. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174? IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR U-M dean’s list Jennifer Hilde Mittelstaedt of Nashville made the dean’s honor list for winter term 1997 at the University of Michigan College of Engineering. She is a graduate of Maple Valley High School. Ponderosa Campground to host ultralights Aug. 15-17 HOME imPROUEmEniS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, Dont Be Fooled By The Imitators!! you can make it better! WE CAN FINANCE pittance“ YOUR JOB IS YOUR - C REDIT Otwt t O IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: All FRIENDLY SALES STAFF 0 Bankruptcy 0 Repossession 0 Slow Pay J 0 Bad Credit • • • • • • Tools • Plumbing Electrical Hardware • Drywall Insulation Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For... • Estimates • Savings contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! • Delivery • Planning HOMETOWN 852-0882 LUMBERYARD 219 S. State, Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 5, 1997 — Page 8 Hastings Summerfest 3-on-3 basektball tourney detailed Calling all basketball junkies, young or old, male or female. The Hastings Summerfest 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament happens on Saturday, Aug. 23 in Fish Hatchery Park. Teams should check in at 7:30 a.m. as the tournament will officially start play at 8 a.m. Captains will be notified the week prior on opening game opponents and times and schedules will be printed in the Aug. 21 Hastings Banner. Cost per team of three or five players is $35 and checks should be made payable to Hastings Summerfest. Registration forms and or Varsity and jayvee golf holds tryouts locally Aug. 11-13 Tryouts for Maple Valley golf teams will be Aug. 11-13 from 9 a.m.-l p.m. at the Mulberry Fore GolfCourse. Eighteen holes will be played each day. The top six golfers will travel to Hastings on Aug. 14 to participate in the Barry County Invitational. Any Maple Valley student in grades ninth-12th is eligible to try out if they have a current 1997-98 physical card turned in and are academically eligible. If you have any questions, contact Coach Mike Booher at 726-1066. FASSETT BODY SHOF Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville payments can be handled at the J-Ad Graphics office at 1952 N. Broadway (see Jim Jensen for questions or other information) or the Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce office at 118 E. Court. Deadline to enter is 5 p.m. on Aug. 15. Divisions consist of Boys 13-15, Boys 16 and above and Girls 16 and above. If enough teams sign-up for the Boys 16 and above who prefer to have two divisions (depending on level of skills), the double elimination tournament will have Blue and Gold divisions. Games will be played to 21 and players will be expected to officiate their own contests. So get your entry forms in as soon as possible to join in on the fun. See you at Summerfest 3-on-3. Summer reading fun! The Vermontville Library is a busy place this summer. Many times after an entertaining story hour at the Opera House, youngsters skip downstairs for a good book to spend part of their summer vacation with, (from left) Megan Mehar, Breann Gardner, Brittney Gardner, Kristen Mahar and Nastacia Mahar. The Mahar girls are visiting from Vinegrove Kentucky. On the shelf at Sunfield Library books to the Friends of the Library used book sale to be held at the Farmers’ Picnic, Aug. 15 and 16. Books can be dropped off at Welch’s Hard­ ware. There will be a few sur­ prises at the used book sale. All proceeds benefit the Sun­ field Library and its patrons. New books this week are: The Third Twin by Ken Follet; The Deep End of the Ocean by Jacquelyn Mitchard; Execution of In­ nocence by Christopher Pike; for junior readers, The Oregon Trail Diary of Hattie Campbell and The Diary of Clotee, a Slave Girl. The Friends of the Library have put in a child size picnic table and benches in the side yard. Made by Clifford Lumbert of Sunfield, the wooden set is a new addition to the library. Remember to donate used Restaurant Trimmed Lost & Found Sendyour resume ’ to: Quality Air Heating & Cooling Rimless glasses with plastic lenses, bi-focals, bows are redd­ ish brown. 517-852-9111, leave message. 3395 Kraft Ave., S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49512 Attn: Service General Manager Ranch or Denver steak York strip 5# or More Store Made Country Style nburger Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. personnel. Are you ready to advance into the commercial and industrial market? Become involved in all phases of commercial and industrial systems, including state of the art controls, restaurants and supermarket refrigeration. Quality Air has new openings in our expanding Service Department. Piping and welding experience a plus. FOUND: BY OLD THOR­ NAPPLE Lake roller rink. Choice one Steak H.V.A.C. Service Tech./Installer/Installer Lead men: ork Ribs Bratwurst sser Amts. $1.19 Lb. Gal., Bareman’s vitamin D Milk $199 Asst. 14.5-15 Oz. IGA 4 Oz. Pieces & Stems, IGA SWEET CORN 3/$ 2/89< 50 Ct. IGA Quart, Gallon Size, IGA Foam Plates 2/$zoo Freezer Bags $139 13.4-15.6 Oz., Asst. Var., Banquet value Menu Meals Mushrooms IGA pi WMMo Mushr< 20 Oz., IGA Shoestringo Potatoes 99* Vermontville Grocery Fl,es ll Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-08-12.pdf cd0bc607abb3e1656d0b1b5f47565330 PDF Text Text 12/30/00 Hastings Hibl ic Library 121 S. Church Street Hastings, MI. WK® Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 121 $ church sf ...A localpaper oftoday! ' P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Ml 490581593 Vol. 125-No. 33 — Tuesday, August 12, 1997 Nashville’s acting Village Police Chief announces resignation Nashville is losing their Police Chief. Jim Falk will be leaving for a position on the Charlotte Police Force in just a few weeks. by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter After just 18 months on the job, Nashville Acting Police Chief Jim Falk resigned last week, effective Aug. 17, to take a position in Charlotte. Falk succeeded Doug Bag­ well, who was appointed chief after the sudden death of Gene Koetje just two years ago. When Falk was hired in January 1996, he had told council members that Nashville would be "home," and according to his letter of resignation, he still feels that way. He will remain in the community but has accepted a position with the Charlotte Police Department, purely a choice of economics. "There is no one reason for me leaving Nashville for Charlotte, except that I need to look out for my family's future," he wrote. "Charlotte has offered me a position that will offer more pay and better retirement." He also praised the Village Council for their work to im­ prove the department and thanked them for the opportu­ nity to serve as police chief in Nashville. "First off, I would like to thank everyone for believing in me," he wrote. "I know that I owe my career to the Village of Nashville and that is something that I will hold very dear and close to my heart for the rest of my life." He also said during an in­ terviewing following the res­ ignation that he will miss working with the citizens in Nashville. "I had a very rewarding ex­ perience here," he said. "I re­ ally appreciate the support that I have received from the council and from citizens here in Nashville. Falk had made what one council member described as "very positive" changes to the department while on duty. He was significant in obtaining a new patrol car, new computer system and new radar while on board and had been a good "transitional officer. "He was a real stabilizing force," said Councilman Chris Pash. "He helped to heal a lot of wounds and mistrust in the community. He also helped to bring the department into the 20th century." Pash also said that it would be hard to find another officer to fill Falk's shoes. "We will really miss him," said Pash.. " He was a quality officer and will be extremely hard to replace." After receiving Falk's resig­ nation dated July 31, council members held a special meet­ ing Tuesday (Aug. 5) to dis- Bond issue information meeting set Aug. 14 The Maple Valley Pro-bond Issue Committee will be holding an informational ses­ sion at the United Methodist Church Community Room in Nashville Thursday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m. New Superintendent Clark Volzis planning to attend and would like to meet interested community members. Committee people will beon hand to provide information and answers questions. cuss the situation. Village President Gary White told his audience that the Police Committee had already met and had made a recommenda­ tion to place full-time officer Mike Kollassa in the position as "interim acting chief and to proceed with the applica­ tion process, hoping to have a new chief in place by three months. He also mentioned that the only application re­ maining in the village office from the "last go around" was that of Randy Yates. What followed turned to a heated argument over just when and who to interview. "I've already talked to Terry Tobias who is a former police chief," said White. "He rec­ ommended that we advertise in all of the metropolitan newspapers to hit as wide an area as possible before selecting a new chief. The council came under fire the last time for not advertising well enough." Before selecting Falk for (C He was a real stabilizing force. He helped to heal a lot of wounds and mistrust in the community. He also helped to bring the department into the 20th century. ’ ’ — Councilman Chris Pash 1I I owe my career to the Village of Nashville. — Police Chief Jim Falk chief, the council had adver­ tised locally, but had received only several applications. Some council members felt that qualified applicants from other areas wouldn't consider Nashville because of pure economics. The current budget allows for a salary of $27,000 per year, plus benefits and some overtime. "That appears to be an in­ definite time period," said Councilman Carroll Wolff. "We may not have enough applications in even three months. We might as well face the facts — a lot of expe­ rienced people won't apply and others will want to know right away how much of a salary they can expect." Frank Dunham agreed. "I would like to see someone who will remain. If we don't pay a decent wage, we have a bigger chance of losing some­ one again." Former Councilman Steve Corwin, who also was in at­ tendance, told council mem­ bers that regardless of where advertising was done, he felt that three months was too long. He also felt that Yates should be given first consider­ ation for the job. "To be fair to applicants who are already interested in the position, you really should shorten up that time period," he said. "I would support Randy Yates 100 per­ cent. I'd hate to see you guys make the same mistake that I made two years ago." He asked, "Wasn't Randy told that he would be consid­ ered if anything feel through?" White had no comment on Yates but agreed that the pro­ cess should be expedited quickly. "Just to be fair to every­ one," he said. "I wasn't here the last go around, but I think that we should advertise, but not draw the process out." Would Yates or any other experienced officers be inter­ ested in the position at the See Police Chief, P. 2 59th annual ‘Sunshine Party’ held here For the 59th year, the last Friday in July was reserved for the “Sunshine Party,” presented as a joint effort bet­ ween the United Methodist and First Congregational churches in Vermontville. Each year, all area women are invited to this afternoon tea to honor the eldest among them. Past newspaper articles collected in a scrapbook reported years when 100 women attended this highlight of their summer. This year, 25 were present. The Sunshine Party festivities this year were at the First Congregational Church. They began with a welcome message by Cindy Krolik en­ couraging everyone to make the most of the gift of each day. Mary Fisher’s welcome included a poem about smiles. Madeline Forest gave the necrology. This year’s entertainment was presented by part of the “Li’l Abner” cast. These revue members performed three songs. Following the music, the committee made up of the previously mentioned speakers, Dorothy Carpenter, Dotty McDougal and Kathy Jarvie, provided cookies, punch and ice tea for all to en­ joy during the social time. The Sunshine Party tradi­ tion continues in large part to allow friends who don’t see one another as often any more time to visit. Before the group departed, they celebrated the eldest in their presence by awarding them the flower arrangement Honored at the annual Sunshine Party were (standing, from left) Edith Swartz, Iva Rogers, Edith Hutchinson, (seated) Mabel Booher, Margie Joppie and Ina Holton. centerpieces. The colorful bouquets were provided by Joan Hasselback this year and appreciated by all. Attendees at this year’s Sunshine Party ranged in age from 11 to 93. The committee thanked everyone for coming and issued a reminder for next summer’s event. Then the scrapbooks were once again closed on the annual celebra­ tion held the last Friday in July. In This Issue... • Stroke prevention program planned at Peace United Methodist • Local car buff to restore Corvette • Maple Valley band returns from summer camp • Special golf outing presents troubled teens with ‘choices’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997 — Page 2 Stroke prevention program set at Peace United Methodist term care facility. Stroke is While stroke can ' the leading cause of adult debilitating or deadly disability in the United States. dent, quickly seeking feelptfnd “We are now seeing pa­ new treatments reatments can noWgreat noWgreatly improve recovery. That tients who arrive at the hospital in enough time to will be the message when a benefit from state-of-the-art speaker from the Blodgett Memorial Medical Center ad­ treatment," said Reiffer. “But according to the Na­ dresses a Nashville audience tional Stroke Association, Wednesday, Aug. 20. one-fifth of Americans over Registered nurse Alice age 50 do not recognize the Reiffer, a neuro educator with symptoms of stroke and thus the Blodgett Neuroscience In­ fail to act quickly.” Studies stitute in Grand Rapids, will show that on average, speak at the Peace United Methodist Church, 6043 Scott Americans typically wait bet­ Rd., four miles west of ween six to 24 hours before seeking medical attention for Nashville, comer ofM-79 and stroke symptoms. Barryville Rd. at 7 p.m. She Symptoms of stroke can in­ will focus on the symptoms, prevention and treatment of clude weakness, numbness or stroke and the importance of paralysis (particularly on one side of the body) sudden blur­ quickly seeking care when red or decreased vision, dif­ signs of stroke appear. ficulty speaking or understan­ More than S5.000 ding speech, dizziness, loss of Americans suffer stroke each balance or sudden severe year and 150,000 die as a result. Among those who sur­ headache. “It’s important to unders­ vive, 40 percent become moderately or severely disabl­ tand that stroke is a medical emergency, and people need ed; 10 percent require care in to respond instantly,” Reiffer a nursing home or other long- said. “People must become familiar with the symptoms and respond with the same urgency as they react to symp­ toms of heart attack. In fact, stroke is a brain attack.” Stroke robs the brain of blood and oxygen, which causes brain cells to die, Reiffer explained. The cells in­ jured by stroke may control vital body functions such as movement or speech. There are two major types of stroke: ischemic and hemorrhagic. Ischemic strokes are caused by blood cots that block the flow of blood to the brain and account for approximately 80 percent of all strokes. Hemorrhagic strokes result when blood vessels burst and cause bleeding within or around the brain. Until recently, there are no treatment available for acute ischemic stroke, said Reiffer. Now clot-dissolving agents for heart attacks such as Activase are available to treat ischemic stroke in eligible Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen you buy your lile insurance from us through Auto- Owners Insurance, you'll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. 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"This won't be the first chief that we've lost to an­ other community," said Dun­ ham. "Lets be realistic in our offer. "We can put $28,000 in our ad and see what we get," said White. "That not much at all for all of the responsibility," replied Dunham. But White still disagreed. He said that money alone would not be the deciding fac­ tor in anyone's mind when seeking such a position. He felt that Nashville's offer of a salary was realistic and could attract someone who wanted to retire in the community. "Finances are not always the motivating factor in a move," he said. What would be an attractive salary, and could Nashville of­ ficials offer enough money to attract the right candidates? Several residents in the au­ dience spoke in favor re-evalu­ ating the salary. "I'm a firm believer that you pay for knowledge," said Harry Rollins. "Instead of starting at the top of your budget extend the budget and allow yourself some room to negotiate with applicants. That seems to make common sense." That prompted the council to decide on a range Of salary in advertising for a new chief. But what about time frame? Would it be realistic to be­ lieve that a new chiefcould be in place by Oct. 1? "I think that three months of advertising is practical," said Dunham. "We're hiring a manager and a chief. You want to make sure that the pool is deep enough to get the best candidate." "Obviously, you guys don't know what it's like to be a police officer," remarked Cor­ win from the audience. "Competition in the police world is fierce. Applications will be coming in right away and you will have more than you want. Just days after Gene passed away we had several calls." Several more minutes of discussion took place before a motion was made to advertise for a new chief. Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 1. White cast the only dissent­ ing vote. "The rest of you guys just cowered down," remarked Corwin. "I guess people don't count in this town." •J g g A BIG Tftanft You to & of, ft ft ft ft ft Maple Valley Implement for purchasing my 1997 4-H Hogs. Mindy Newton RN/LPN • HOME HEALTH Part Time - Weekends PENNOCK HOSPITAL is seeking a RN or LPN for our Home Health Department for weekend home care visits. The successful candidate must hold a current Michigan License, have previous experience in a long term care nursing home, hospital or home care agency, possess strong communication skills and be able to work independently. Please send application/resume to: PENNOCK HOSPITAL Attn: Human Resources Dept. 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616)948-3112 EOE LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting ....... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service.......... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ...11 a.m. .Evening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........ ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship.......... 1 a.m. Church School.............. 0 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship....... 0 a.m. Evening Worship :00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service........... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. ’ Adult Class....... 0:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (Va ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south ofNashville) Sunday School 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship.............. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.............................. 11 P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service.......................7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................. 9:45 Sunday School.................... 11:15 ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH M-79 West Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 am. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service .............11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO £ £ $ $ �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997 — Page 3 New books at Vermontville Twp. Library Junior Summer Horse by Bonnie Bryant, Cammi’s Crush by Francine Pascal, Cher and Cher Alike by H.B. Gilmore, Gimme Back My Brain by M.T. Coffin, How to be Cook by Suzanne Weyn, Invasion (Animorphs) by Katherine Applegate, At the Plate with Ken Griffy Jr. by Matt Christopher, My Best Friend is Invisible by R.L. Stine, Storm Chaser: Tracking Twisters by Gail Herman, Wrestling Sturbridge by Richard Wallace, Smoke by William Corbin and Bill Severn’s Big Book of Close­ Up Magic by Bill Severn. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder • Adult Non-Fiction Field Guide to North Americans Mushrooms by The National Audubon Socie­ ty, Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman, Chicken Soup for The Woman’s Soul by Jack Canfield, Cooking Class Cookbook: Vegetables by CiCi Williamson, Tuna for Today: Tempting New Ideas by Starkist, The Pizza and Pasta Cookbook by Sara Bush, Ed., Christmas with Southern Living, 1997 by Rebecca Brennan Ed. and Low-Fat Living: Turn off the Fat-Makers, Turn on the Fat­ Burners For Longevity, Weight Loss, Freedom From Disease . Furlongs will be celebrating their 50th anniversary *^5^111)1(11) * Bitot pro ajanm RUtkK^iih KJfflW traaitpKii. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Furlong of Woodland will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary August 24, 1997. Richard (Dick) and Caroline (Sanborn)) were married August 24; 1947 in Quimby, Mich. Their children are Richard and Mary Furlong, John and Shirley Furlong of Woodland and Frank and Eddie Furlong of DeFuniack Springs, Florida. They have 25 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are cordially invited to an open house, given by their children, Saturday, August 23, 1997 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cunningham's Acre, corner of M-50 and Bliss Road, Lake Odessa. No gifts, please. Fiction The Naked Eye by William J. Reynolds, Special Delivery by Danielle Steel, The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks, Demon Seed by Dean Koontz, Men in Black: A Novel by Steve Perry, The Shunning by Beverly Lewis, Stolen Train by Robert Ashley. 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(RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENT WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE STATEWIDE EXPOSURE! Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. August 12, 1997 Page 4 Local car buff to restore Corvette and Obituaries show it at national museum in Kentucky Gabrielle Hope Westbrook NASHVILLE Gabrielle Hope Westbrook, infant daughter ofThomas and Caro­ lyn Westbrook, passed away shortly after birth on August 5, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. Gabrielle was born on August 4, 1997 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, the daughter ofThomas and Caro­ lyn (Drake) Westbrook. She is survived by her parents, Carolyn and Thomas Westbrook of Nashville; two brothers, Zachary Westbrook and Robert Westbrook, both of Wayland; maternal grandpa­ rents, Judy and Charles Drake of Hastings; paternal grand­ mother, Mary Westbrook of Hastings; maternal great grandmother, Corrine Drake of Hastings; paternal great grand­ mother, Frances Ward ofHast­ ings; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside services were held on Friday, August 8,1997 at Hastings Riverside Cemet­ ery’s Babyland. Reverend Gary Newton officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to Hastings Love, Inc. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. Linda Lee (Shipman) Burth NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS Linda Lee (Shipman) Burt, age 50, of Naperville, Illinois, formerly of Vermontville, passed away Friday, August 1, 1997 at Edward Hospital in Illinois. Mrs. Burt was bom on November 13, 1946 in Hast- Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. OJ//...945-9554 The Hastings Banner ings, the daughter of Paul and Louise Shipman. She was a resident ofNaper­ ville since 1975, employed as a Commercial Banker at Conti­ nental Bank of Chicago and Bank of America. Mrs. Burt was a member of St Johns Episcopal Church. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mrs. Burt is survived by her daughter, Amy Lynn of Naper­ ville, three brothers, Duane Shipman of Vermontville, Gary Shipman of Sturgis and Mark Shipman of Mason. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 6,1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Interment took place in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Amy Lynn Burt Educational Fund. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Bob Gardner has always loved vintage Chevrolets, and has restored many for his own pleasure. Now his latest, a 1953 Corvette, will be on display at the National Corvette Mu­ seum in Bowling Green, Ky. Anyone who knows Gardner has probably seen his collec­ tion. The first was a 1927 vintage car that started a hobby that has produced a barn full of reproduced Chevys. There are a couple of 1931s, and 1932s, even a rare "convertible type” pick-up truck. "That all began with an auc­ tion when I picked up the 1927," he explained. Tve al­ ways loved old cars, Chevys ofcourse!" All are given the once over when they arrive at the Gard­ ner residence, and then Gardner gets out the books. Before tearing the cars down, or be­ ginning any body work, hours and hours ofresearch are done to assure that once restored, each car looks as if it's right off the assembly line. What follows are months of tedious work. There are parts to get a hold of, engines and transmissions to rebuild, and lots of body work, all done by Gardner himself. "I'm not one for watching television in the evening," he said. "I'd just a soon be down in the shop working on one of these cars." Loans for eveiything under the Each holds a special place in his heart, whether a rare model or just a favorite model or year, but probably the most significant are the Corvettes. That part of the collection be­ gan when he met the late Robert Donahoe. Those involved in collect­ ing or in shows may recog­ nize the name Donahoe. He was one of the founding members of NCRS (National Corvette Restoration Society). He and Gardner became good friends after meeting at a club event. "He had one Corvette that I really wanted and I went down to deal with him," Gardner said. "With Robert, there wasn't any dealing. He had a price and wasn't about to dicker." Gardner came back to Nashville without that partic­ ular car, but then when Dona­ hoe became gravely ill, he told his family prior to pass­ ing away that he wanted Gard­ ner to have it some day. "A while after he passed away, his wife called me one day and asked if I still wanted to buy that car," he said. "I looked up the book price and gave her a call back. Pretty soon I was bringing it home." Gardner said that the restora­ tion on that Corvette took several months, but once done the car looked like a million dollars. Just recently Mrs. Donahoe called again, this time with an offer that he couldn't refuse. Her husband For Rent BEDROOM HOUSE newly decorated near Nashville, adults or retired person. 517-726-1424 2 Garage Sale HUGE GARAGE SALEAUGUST 14,15 & 16. Clothing from x-small to xx-laige. House­ hold items, jewelry, handicap equipment, books and much, much more. 495 Sunset, Fuller Heights, Nashville. QUALITY OFFICE EQUIP^ MENT. Desks, $20-$25; file cabinets, $12-$30; chairs; $6-$25; Westinghouse modular office dividers for separating recreation area, basements, or office $1.50/fL; assorted tables, clothes, knic-knacs, 3700 Xerox printer & copier-$35. August 13th-14th-15th, 10384 Nashvil­ le Highway, Vermontville, 9:00am-5:00pm This 1953 Corvette that Bob Gardner recently restored is just one of 300 manufactured ! It left the Gardner residence to go on display at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green Kentucky this past weekend. had a rare 1953, and she asked if Gardner could possibly re­ store it. "A rare opportunity," he said. "That (1953) was the first year they made Corvettes and there were only 300. This was car number 26." Only three hundred? Accord­ ing to Gardner, all 300 were made right in Flint and with each car came a few improve­ ments. The following year the Corvette would prove to be a success story and thousands would be built. "If you look close and com­ pare this to the 1954 and 1955, you can see the differ­ ence," he said. "They were quite crude that first year." * Crude maybe, but never the less pretty valuable. Gardner figures that this car is now worth around $80,000. It has For Sale Automotive Auto, boat, education, home improvement, debt consolidation. If you need a loan, we’ve got it. Great rates. Fast answers. Flexible terms. Stop by one of our offices and apply now. tfitr Sunk 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 Happy Birthday Rob Sheldon Love Ya Carry Mapes Florist 207 North Main Street, Nashville • TOLL FREE 1-800-445-2050 LENDER turning 211 Aug. 10 Everything Must Go! Cash & Each depositor insured to 1100.000 EQUAL HOUSING From one bottle to another. Look who's 50% Off Your Hometown Bank Since 1886 FDIC been totally refurbished inside and out, and runs like a top with very few and all original miles on the odometer. It took him ten months to complete, but now the car is showroom ready and will be trucked to Bowling Green in time. for a Labor Day An­ niversary Grand Opening at the museum. While on dis­ play, a sign will appear beside the car letting admirers know who the owner was and who did the refurbishing. The Gardners will be there to see the unveiling. Bob and Lois plan many of their vacations around such events, but this trip will be a little different. "It will be really something to see, a tribute to my friend and inspiration, Robert Dono­ hoe," he said. ggJ Phone 852-2050 (in and out ofstate) Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m. to 1p.m. MotftrCard �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997 — Page 5 Country Fever Dance Ranch opens on M-66 near Assyria Doug Newton belts out a country tune at the Coun­ try Fever Dance Ranch. ;Ss^ Wto. Mfr aUi^ On the shelf at the Sunfield •Mdi» M'b ahHiE District Library - •si ktdtetm »j® U|te,||H|; iraa^i nUntetei iHut majUte U«i5 tenmWi item [him® Mgnlt itilBBC IpRlIti itotewnni te teste iiiifc MsrikkH fate* te |fi< te Mniii®' K jn- ta®»« *jtej wt j fats' fare* tetGcs isiw Unite The summer reading pro­ gram ended Aug. 2. There were 55 readers who par­ ticipated in the program this year, which encourages everyone to “Be Eager About Reading.” Once again, the Sunfield Library and Capital Library Cooperative are sponsoring children’s entertainment at the Farmers’ Picnic Saturday, Aug. 16. At 3 p.m., Ming the Magnificent will perform feats of magic and illusion, and kids of all ages are invited. The Friends of the Library have been working hard to sort and organize the many books donated for the used book sale. Children’s and adult books, paperbacks, fic- tion and non-fiction will be available, as well as special books, including a brand new encyclopedia set. Other goodies will be for sale, too. Books on tape added to the collection this week are: The Sum of All Fears by Tom Clancy; Hell is Always Today by Jack Higgins; The Rhinemann Exchange by Robert Ludlum; Without Remorse by Tom Clancy; The Waste Lands The Dark Tower in by Stephen King; The First of God by Frederick Forsyth; The Scorpio Illusion by Robert Ludlum; People of the Wolf by W. Michael and Kathleen O. Gear; Debt of Honor by Tom Clancy; and The Pillar ofthe Earth by Ken Follett. 50 4* 50 * 50 * 50 *50 * 30 * 30 Hard to remember 21 Charlie? ffOlOI!^:' ajotte^ i0 | I Happy I Birthday R □ a Ed, Rob, Rage & Stacy 50* 50* 50* 50* 50* 50* 50 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Rebecca Newland of 718 Kellogg St., Nashville, is requesting a Public Hearing for a variance to place a 4 foot chain-link fence closer than 15 feet from a road and front lot line. If you have concerns and/or comments regarding this matter, please be sure to attend at the Village Hall on Aug. 21, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. r/ Nashville ZBA The Country Fever Dance Ranch is the newest location for country dance enthusiasts, located between Nashville and Battle Creek, on M-66 near Assyria. The place features a family atmosphere where people from all around southwest Michigan can come to kick up their heels and dance to the latest country music. Country dance lessons are offered Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. with dance instructors “Floyd and Ellie” from the Lansing area. On Friday nights, the Country Fever Dance Ranch is open for country dancing of all types, including line and partner dancing. On Saturday nights, local favorite Doug Newton entertains the crowd with live country music for dancing. The Dance Ranch is plann­ ing events for the autumn months. Beginning Friday and Saturday, Aug. 15 and 16, there will be the first preliminary judging for the “Tight-Fittin’ Jeans Con­ test.” For men of all ages, this contest will run every Fri­ day and Saturday until Sept. 13, with weekly winners registered for the grand prize, to be announced Sept. 13, at the Chili Cook-Off. Barry County Commission on aging menu set Wednesday, Aug. 13 Chef’s Choice, Branch County Picnic. Thursday, Aug. 14 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad/dressing, cream­ ed com, garlic bread, pears. Friday, Aug. 15 Turkey ala king, carrots, veggie, biscuit, strawberries. Monday, Aug. 18 Veal cutlet, baked potato/s.c., mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pudding. Tuesday, Aug. 19 Turkey steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, French cut beans, bread, margarine, plums. Events Wednesday, Aug. 13 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Aug. 14 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Aug. 15 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Aug. 18 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game, day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Aug. 19 — Hastings, Alzheimers meeting, 1-3; puzzle day. Couples dance at the Country Fever Dance Ranch while Doug Newton sings. To register for either the “Tight-Fittin’ Jeans Contest” or the Chili Cook-Off, call the Country Fever Dance Ranch at (616) 758-3939 or (616) 721-3779, or come to the Dance Ranch for an entry form. Prizes for the cook-off will be awarded the evening of Sept. 6. Beginning at 4 p.m., the cook-off will run throughout the evening, with judging and prizes awarded at 10 p.m. First prize is $200 cash, with second and third prizes of $50 gift certificates from a western wear store. Country dance lessons will be offered from 6 to 8 p.m., and live music by Doug Newton will be from 8 to 11 p.m., along with disk jockey David Phillips for all country dancers. Admission for the entire evening of fun is $5 per person, children under 12, $3. The final judging and prize awards for the “Tight Fittin’ Jeans Contest” also will be held at 10 p.m., with judges selected from the audience. Men of all ages are encourag­ ed to enter the contest and all the ladies are welcome to join the fun, and maybe have a chance at judging. First prize is $100 cash, with second and third prizes of $50 gift cer­ tificates from a western wear store. The deadline for registra­ tion for the cook-offis Friday, Sept. 5. Call (616) 758-3939 or (616) 721-3779 to register, or stop out at the Dance Ranch any evening Tuesday through Saturday for an entry form. Registration for the jeans con­ test will be held at the door every Friday and Saturday evening until Sept. 13 at the Dance Ranch. GUN LAKE OFFICE 1 S. 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Kids would gather under shade trees to The flute section of Maple Valley's High School Band hard at work to perfect a piece of music. work on their section of a routine or piece of music. Maple Valley returns from band camp, prepare for Bowling Green trip by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Maple Valley High School band members just returned from camp and are preparing for a busy season and their trip to the Peach Bowl. For those who haven't been following, Director Dennis Vanderhoef made an an­ nouncement last spring that the band has been invited to participate in the college foot­ ball post-season bowl festivi­ ties. "We’ve received a personal invitation to the Peach Bowl," he had told the Board of Edu- cation. "When the envelope arrived, I thought it was an advertisement to sell fruit, I almost threw it away!" Vanderhoef went on to tell the school board that very few bands receive such an invita­ tion, and it was the result of Maple Valley's outstanding performance during competi­ tions. Preparing for the trip would begin almost immediately. There was music to prepare, a lot of marching maneuvers to perfect, and then there was the issue of money. The trip would be expensive and fund- raisers would be under way soon. The first such fund-raiser is just weeks away, Saturday, Sept. 6. It will be a car wash, something that everyone in Nashville and Vermontville can take part in. Band members will be at the fire bams in both commu­ nities that day, with hoses in hand, ready to make that car or truck shine. "We’ll start about 9 a.m.," said Dennis Mapes, president of Band Boosters. "And will be around most of the day, so be sure to stop by." Donations will be accepted There is a lot of work to be done at Band Camp each year but there's always time for friends and fun! Most Maple Valley Kids were wearing smiles like these all week. for all of the washing and waxing, and money raised will go directly into the "Peach Bowl" trip fund. There also will be other op­ portunities this fall to help the kids pay for their trip. Puppet Prospectors at Vermontville Church Aug. 17 One more time and this time lets get it right! Hours and hours are spent every day during band camp working on music and routines. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - VCR REPAIR Athletic events workers earn ‘free’ passes People can earn a pass to at­ tend all Maple Valley home athletic contests by working four athletic events during the school year. This mutually beneficial program could save fans up to $190 per pass and is a great way to support students. Activities include selling tickets, operating the scoreboard and keeping scorebooks. Openings are available at all levels, junior high through varsity at foot­ ball, girls’ and boys’ basket­ ball, volleyball, wrestling and track contests. To sign up, call 852-9275, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. and ask for Donna Garvey. The public is invited to a special program presented by Ked and Amelia Rhodes ofthe Puppet Prospectors, at Ver­ montville Bible Church Sun­ day, Aug. 17, at 6 p.m. Included will be illusion, juggling, and ventriloquism and a challenging message from the Word of God. There is no charge for the program. Ked and Amelia Rhodes were just married on June 28 of this year. They have both completed two years at Cor­ nerstone College in Grand Rapids. And they both bring many years ofexperience with puppetry, magic, juggling and ventriloquism. Earlier this year, they were approved by the Puppet Pro­ spectors Board of Directors to go full time with the ministry. Vermontville Bible Church is located at 250 North Main St. in Vermontville. Lot's of parents were along for the week taking in all of the bands activities. Among them were Dennis and Candice Mapes of Nashville. PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads And yes there was lots of sunshine throughout the week. Sunscreen was a must!! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997 — Page 7 Special golf outing presents troubled kids with “choices” It wouldn't be a Mulberry Fore Outing without prizes! Meet the first place team from the first annual One Cop Par Kid Outing, (from left) Greg Huggett, Mario Arrendondo, Lucas StCin, Wayne Etue and Cevin Cornish. Cevin represented "Screen Express" of Lake Odessa who supplied t-shirts for the event. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Some might say there were some rather odd foursomes playing golf at Mulberry Fore last Tuesday. But through the course of the day, many new friendships were formed and though there were no car giveaways, the Tshirts and smiles sported by area teens said it all. It was the first-ever "One Cop Par Kids Golf Outing" and personnel from police agencies from all over West Michigan spent their day bonding with troubled teens. Officers from the U.S. Mar­ shal's office. State Police posts, and Calhoun, Barry and Kent sheriffs departments, as well as city officers from var­ ious communities, were all part of the day-long event. Represented were 17 such agencies in all. This was what many of the young people who played called a once in a lifetime chance. All were teens with a record and were paired with cops and sponsors for the day, and after 18 holes of golf, many had established new friendships that could change the course of their lives. The whole idea behind the outing was do to just that, give the kids a break or a sec­ ond chance. It is hoped that af­ ter establishing a new rela­ tionship with police officers who were once considered the enemy, these kids would put drugs, alcohol and crime be­ hind them. The idea was also the brain­ storm of local speaker and au­ thor Dennis Tinsman. Tinsman, who founded Faith, Hope & Love Min­ istries Inc., which is based out of Nashville, has a personal agenda for these kids. Once a hardened criminal himself, he has seen first hand what con­ sequences lie behind the wrong choices. That same message appears in his two books, "A Garment of Grace" and "The Council of the Ungodly" but he wanted a direct and effective message to teens, and decided that an out­ ing might just save some Local Businesses, Police Officers and kids from several communities paired up for this special golf outing. Posing with Tad are (in front from left) Bill Treece, John Hudson, Kierre McCray, Howard Jolley (back row) Henny Turner, Jack Austhof, Author, Dennis Tinsman, Sheriff Steve DeBoer, Dennis Mullen, Jake Austhof, Dave Adams, Rick Crockett and Neal Vanderbilt. lives. It all began when he met up with Lester DeGroot and his family at Nashville Baptist Church. Soon after he became a foster parent for a troubled teen who also took a liking to golf. "The courts had donated a membership to Mulberry for Billy," he said. "It really seemed to change his outlook. Now he is out there all of the time." He added, "You have to go a long way to find a course run like this one!" After spending an afternoon chatting with Tad up to the golf course, Tinsman said that he began making contacts for the outing. That was several weeks ago. "I contacted each police agency and sponsor myself," he said. "And I was amazed at the response that I got." He added that after contact­ ing deputies in Kent and Barry County, he stopped into a Calhoun County office one day. The response he received was nothing short of phenom­ enal. "They called back and said that they had 15 cops who would participate," he said. "I couldn't believe it, it was wonderful!" Finally, the big day finally arrived. Whether it was a story shared by teammates or the speakers who wrapped up the afternoon, teens who Tinsman said were quiet and withdrawn at the beginning of the day seemed to have high spirits and many chatted with their Continued Page 8 Good Neighbor Pharmacy Quality You Demand At Prices You Can Afford Vitamin C Prenatal Children's One Daily 500 mg. Vitamins Chewable Vitamins w/ Iron SOO's 100's 100's 100's A99 Stress Oyster Shell Vitamin B-l 2 Coenzyme w/ Zinc Calcium • 500 mg. 1000 mcg. T/R Q-10 6O'S 60's 60's 60's Sheriff DeBoer is helping a new friend perfect his swing. Many friendships were formed at the first annual One Cop Par Kid outing at Mulberry Fore in Nashville. 4 Ah! T/ie good old summertime] Oh! To be young again'. < < < Happy Birthday From, Your Wayward Sister 214 Main Street, Nashville 852-0845 July/Auguat 1997 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997 — Page 8 GOLF TOURNAMENT PRESENTS CHOICES, continued from page 7 new friends in law enforce­ ment like they had known each other for a long time. "Many of these teens were in detention homes, or on probation for serious crimes," said Tinsman. "This really was successful, and we hope to involve even more people next year. The day began with a break­ fast that was donated by the Felpausch Food Center and then soon it was tee-off time. At each hole, one could find two cops, a sponsor, and a teen. "The sponsors really deserve credit for all that they did," he said. "They didn't just give $200 to cover expenses that day, what they donated was a commitment of their time." Those sponsors included many area businesses, such as Screen Express of Lake Odessa, which supplied Tshirts for all of the players; Del and Connie Sweeris; the American Legion Post 565 from Dutton; Rossien Masonary from Grandville; the Frisbie Sign Company, Richard and Deb Frisbie: RO­ Well Mobile Homes, and the State Bank, all of Caledonia; Hometown Lumber and Good­ time Pizza of Nashville; Jack Austhof, president of Builders Exchange; Erb's Electric and Plumbing; Superior Seafood; Sobie Company; Jeff Dobbins Auto Service; Universal Mo­ tor Car Company; Broadmoor Motor Sales Inc.; Grand Rapids Plastics; Campbell In­ surance Agency; Arnold and Linda Erb; and Isabelle McKibbin from Arkansas. Jamie Oesch Secretary at the Barry County Juvenile Courts for such programs as "Home Detention”, “Intensive Care” and “Warp Around" was at Mulberry to share her faith with the teens through music. JUUUULA Look Who's Turning 40 Happy Birthday Teresa! Art, James & Steven TrrTTBTrrroinnrr rrriHnnnnnr MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate ' • * MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 22 7 N . AAAIKI AMAAAIIKNI CT CSTT., klACU\/llir kNlAASCHUVI\L /lLliEr 007 0 0 7 KI K I Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available HWIS Joan & Homer Winegar.. Nyle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223 ............. 726-1234 DOWNTOWNNASHVILLE There also were volunteers she told those present of the could see my family in the from Kent and Barry County heartbreaking moments she parking lot with a dead battery Juvenile Courts, and many had faced and will continue to and could do nothing. I called others who gave of their time face every time she visits her for help from the inside and son in prison. no one would come. They and resources. "Prison isn't exciting or simply didn't care." "Each has promised to He also talked of life once stay involved and many won­ macho," she said. "Don't derful things have taken place think what happened to my outside prison walls, telling as a result of the outing," youngest son can't happen to kids that the chains didn't come offwhen and ifreleased. you, because it can." Tinsman said. They remained as emotional One is job placement for If that didn't make an im­ teens with a record. Grandville pression, the look on teens' scars for life. Some of the stories shared businessman Doug Rossien eyes as they were were asked was a speaker at the outing to touch the chains of a pris-with teens that afternoon may and he let teens know that oner may very well have. have seemed a harsh way to there are employers who will "Rick," dressed in his prison end a fun event, but as they give them a second chance. He fatigues with chained hands got up to leave, many were is one. and feet, told the group of life shaking the hands of those who shared their personal ex­ "You have all heard a lot of behind bars. words of warning," he told the "There is no privacy and no periences. Others were busy teens. "I want to give you choices," he said. "Once you making plans for another some words of encourage­ land in prison you are nothing round of golf with their new ment." more than a number. They friends in law enforcement. He said that he represents don't care!" "Our kids are our future," many business owners who He talked about the fights, said Tinsman. "Their biggest really do care. By offering a stealing, abuse and lack of problem today is a lack of rechance for employment to support while behind bars, and spect for authority. I think those who have a jail or most of all, the way it affected this was an effective way to prison record, he feels that he his family. Rick was incarcer- present them with the truth can help to rehabilitate them. ated when his children were and alternatives to getting into "I stand here as an opportu­ very small, and was forced to trouble. And, I’ll bet if asked nity," he told the teens, and watch them grow up through at the end of the day, any one according to Tinsman, there pictures and short monitored of them would say that they have already been phone calls visits. He told of one cold day had a great time. They requesting interviews. when he watched his family in wouldn't want to be anywhere Another is a good look at the parking lot with car trou­ else." what will happen if the wrong ble and couldn't do anything He added, "this is most cer­ road is chosen. There were to help. tainly the first of many such two speakers at the golf out­ "It's a horrible thing to go outings. We have already ing who told personal stories. through," he said. "I watched scheduled a date for next year!" Both were part of wrong out the window ofmy cell and choices which changed their lives forever. The first, a woman who called herself H.V.A.C. Service Sally spoke to the kids as the mom of a convict. Tech./Installer/Installer Lead men: As the mother of four, Sally has experienced first Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. hand what family members go personnel. Are you ready to advance into the through when a teen chooses commercial and industrial market? Become involved to break the law. 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Today’s session at Central Park in Vermontville will be conducted by the Vermontville Fr. Farmers. Mary Fisher's grandkids never miss a session, they said it's a great way to spend Tuesday afternoons) KS* s J»«h,§S ^Cfeitt ^Hphtdni^j^ "^^JMitnljhiliBrt ^^ttnilrfj'fcj,.,. WwmliijojHjjg' feMoftaMikiiinj; P^aiittiiipmjlii Wwrai toMW^M? ftSmiMta It's time again for "Art In The Park" in Vermontville and another session will be underway today at 1pm. These activities, all in the park in Vermontville, and all one hour long are designed for area children of all ages. Today local 4-H'rs will take part. "This week the Vermontville Jr. Farmers will be working with the kids," said organizer, Mary Fisher. "Beth Mulvaney will be in charge and this promises to be a really fun hour." Art In The Park will take place every Tuesday in August is open to all. Parents are encouraged to tag along. 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What will happen if nothing is done? “There is a world of dif­ ference between cosmetic damage and damage that leads to other problems or the death of the plant,” Ellis says. If the damage is evident but no insect is found, it could mean the insect has left or is not in the life stage that creates damage, in which case spraying an insecticide will be pointless. Ask what pesticides will be used for the problem and why, and whether killing the bad in- CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY 5 Estimates Available 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE creditproblemsunderstood FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE J $10,000 — $ 88 /mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo ■ J ■ (517) sect outweighs the loss of beneficial insects. Ellis says that anyone who makes a liv­ ing applying pesticides should have a thorough understan­ ding of the chemical to be us­ ed, its good and bad points. “They should also be able to explain why they are using a specific insecticide and be able to discuss the merits of what they are prescribing,” Ellis says. Ask whether the price quoted for treatment service is the total cost or an install­ ment. Be especially wary of individuals trying to sell several applications of an in­ secticide to treat a single pest. Have a clear understanding about what is or is not guaranteed verbally by the technician doing the work and what is guaranteed or implied in a written contract or advertisement. Ellis says homeowners would be wise to obtain a se­ cond opinion about managing suspected troublesome in­ sects. The county MSU Ex­ tension office and the MSU Department of Entomology (517-355-8478) are good in­ formation sources. He says that if the company is reputable and has a compe­ tent staff, the operators will not mind the homeowner get­ ting a second opinion. A good company will also be willing to provide a list of its customers as references on the quality of service provided. Q | A Debt Consolidation Caatv for Any Purpose vV One-Hour Pre-Approval J Fixed Rates CAPITAL. SEEKERS, INC. PR 8.75% @240 mo (OAC) CALL 1-800-669-8957 TODAYI Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. WANTED TO BUY Small pony saddle and small harness and cart Also good large dog house. 616-945-4505. HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554 CLEAN OUT YOUR BASE­ MENT and your attic. Turn extra and unwanted clothing and household items into cash! Advertise garage sales, porch sales, yard sales and miscellaneous items with classifieds in both The Reminder and Hastings Banner. Phone 945-9554. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history’. call for same-day approval.. 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TAKE NOTICE that the following proposition will be submitted at the special bond election: BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Eight Million Six Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($8,665,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping an Early Childhood Center and developing and improving the site: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Jr/Sr High School and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1997, IS MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 1997. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office or your county, city or township clerk’s office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 12, 1997( — Page 10 One Pot Sunday Suppers Improper ‘bug bomb’ use can be hazardous Total release foggers, also called “bug bombs," are useful for ridding homes ofin­ sects but Michigan Depart­ ment of Agriculture (MDA) Director Dan Wyant warns that improper use can result in explosion and fire. The foggers release pesticides by means of an aerosol propellant to fumigate an area. The propellants used today replaced chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) which were banned by the En­ vironmental Protection Agen­ cy in the late 1980s. CFCs are not flammable. Since the replacement of CFCs were aerosol pro­ pellants, some accidents have occurred because of improper fogger use. A resident in Maine improperly used 14 foggers in a 750-square-foot apartment. The doors were ‘Breakfast with the Animals' set at Binder Park Zoo The animal care staff at Binder Park Zoo will dish up “Breakfast with the Animals’ ’ at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16. This is a special chance to get a behind-the-scenes glimp­ se of some of favorite zoo animals. The morning will start with small groups following zookeepers on their morning rounds to learn about the care and feeding on the zoo’s animals. Visitors then can relax and enjoy a hearty human breastfast at Beulah’s Restaurant in the Zoo. The fee for Breakfast with the Animals is $9 for adult members, $8 for child members 3-12 years of age, $13 for adult non-members, and $10 for child non­ members 3-12 years of age. Children 2 and under who will not be eating are free. The fee includes admission to the zoo for the day. Special Breakfast with the Animals opportunities for private groups are also available. There are a limited number of spaces available for this event. Pre-registration is re­ quired. The zookeeper will meet visitors promptly at the zoo’s entrance at 8:30 a.m. For more information and a registration form, stop by the zoo office or call (616) 979-1351. ★ ★ ATTENTION★★ blown out and the ceiling cav­ ed in. In Indiana, a house was destroyed when an air condi­ tioning unit circulated the pro­ pellants into the basement where they were ignited by the furnace’s pilot light. To ensure safety, Wyant recommends that consumers follow the manufacturer’s directions on the product label. The following steps should be taken to help ensure safety: • Take care to calculate the correct amount of pesticide to use for an area. • Do not use more than is necessary. • Turn off pilot lights before releasing the fogger. Maple Valley Family Passes now on sale Family 1997-98 athletic event passes are now on sale in the high school athletic office. The cost will be $90 and will cover all immediate fami­ ly members to all home con­ tests. Anyone interested in purchasing a family pass can contact the high school athletic office at 85-29275 or stop by between 8 a.m. and 3 /on William Link­ 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales and Service on: CHARLOTTE - Ion William Link, age 85, of Charlotte passed away Thursday, August 7, 1997. Mr. Link was bom March 22,1912inKalamoTownship, the son of William & Clemeta (Frey) Link; He worked as an electrician for A.E., retiring March 11, 1977. He was preceded in death by seven brothers & sisters. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Doris; son, Dari (Marjorie) Link of Battle Creek; four grandchildren, Call now and set up an appointmentfor a check on your equipment so you’re readyfor Spring. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: TERMS 0 0 0 0 Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit C-euc “ifyefyi tpotc tyet y4 contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! p.m. Checks should be made payable to Maple Valley Schools. All fall high school sports practices started on Monday, Aug. 11. Participants should make sure they have a current physical on file in the athletic office. Anyone with questions should contact Athletic Direc­ tor Rick Arnett at 852-9275. Obituaries Farmers and Homeowners MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment • Turn off all electrical ap­ pliances that create an elec­ trical spark during an on/off cycle, such as a refrigerator, stove or dryer. • Follow the instructions on the container regarding the health of family and pets. • Re-enter the home only after the specified time has passed. The EPA requires manufac­ turers of total release foggers to include precautionary war­ nings about potential flam­ mability on fogger labels. For more information about total release foggers, call Ken Rauscher at MDA’s Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division , (517) 373-1087. Debbie Tucker of Charlotte, North Carolina, Dianna Link, Dennis Ovink, and Danyelle Ovink, all of Battle Creek; three great grandchildren. Funeral Services were held Monday, August 11, 1997 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlot­ te with Reverend Duane Royston officiating. interment took place in Kalamo Cemetery in Eaton County. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice. Arrangements were prepared by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Ruth L. Braden CHARLOTTE Ruth L. Braden, age 76, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, August 9,1997 at Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte. Mrs. Braden was bom in Lansing, the daughter of Paul and Frances (Scott) Hosmer. She worked at Dewey’s Coffee Comer & Greenlight Restaurants as a waitress. Mrs. Braden was past presi­ dents of V.F. W. Auxiliary in Nashville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. Braden in 1986. Mrs. Braden is survived by three daughters, Arlene Ramirez and Barbara Case, both of Charlotte and Judy Case of Texas; two sons, Jim Case of Ohio and Carroll Case of Charlotte; two brothers, Robert Hosmer ofB attle Creek and Ronald Hosmer ofFlorida; a sister, Betty Meade ofNash­ ville; a sister-in-law, Bemetta Davies of Charlotte; twentyeight grandchildren and thirty­ eight great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Tues­ day, August 12,1997 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 13,1997 atPray Funer­ al Home in Charlotte. Inter­ ment will take place in the Maple Hill Cemetery. (NAPS)—With leisure time as precious as it is, it is becoming more and more difficult to indulge in the simple pleasures of a traditional Sunday din­ ner. One Pot Sunday Suppers (HarperCollins, $17.50) answers the ques­ tion of how to serve hearty home-cooked meals without an entire day of preparation and a tiring evening of cleaning up. Cook and columnist Pat Dailey offers a diverse wealth of deli­ cious and resourceful possibilities-that go, far. beyond the basic casserole to ensure that your sup­ per is a special occasion as well as a practical one. Chapters such as. “Supper in a Bowl: Chilis and Gumbos”; Meaty Sunday Suppers”; “Seafood Sunday Suppers”; “Mostly Meatless Meals”; “Chicken and Turkey in a Pot”; and -“One-Pot Pastas” reward you with simple straight­ forward recipes bound to please everyone’s palate. And, the chapter “Speedy Sunday Suppers” will get you in and out ofthe kitchen in less than thirty minutes. There are also helpful sug­ gestions for changes that can add even more variety to yoirr Sunday table. You may like to try this recipe for Herbed Pork Roast With BalsamicGlazed Potatoes and Red Onions. It’s an extremely succulent dish and requires little attention. Herbed Pork Roast with Balsamic-Glazed Potatoes and Red Onions 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 large garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons dried rosemary 2 teaspoons dried tarragon 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1/2 teaspoons dried basil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 center-cut boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds), tied Sunday Suppers Pat Dailey A savory collection of Sunday suppers can be found in a new cookbook. 3/4 cup dry white wine 9 small red new potatoes, cut in half 3 medium red onions, cut into thin wedges 214 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar Freshly ground pepper 1. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, the garlic, rosemary, tarragon, thyme, basil, and 1/4 tea­ spoon of the salt. Use a small, pointed knife to make slits all over the roast. Fill each slit with some ofthe herb mixture. This can be done several hours in advance. 2. Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a shallow flame­ proofroasting pan, heat the remaining 2 table­ spoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork roast and cook, turning, until browned all over, 7 to 10 minutes. Carefully pour in the wine, heat to a boil, and cook, stirring often, 2 minutes. Add the pota­ toes and transfer to the oven. 3. Bake 1 hour. Add the onions, vinegar, and the remaining 1/4 tea­ spoon salt, stirring well so the onions and pota­ toes are well coated with the pan juices. Season with pepper to taste. Bake until the internal temperature ofthe roast is 155°F., about 30 min­ utes longer. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing. The book is available at local stores. COSB Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mien. Lie. #23-174ff FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. 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Ad#.8334 READY FOR A RELATIONSHIP SWM, 28, 5*10", 136lbs., quiet, reserved, N/S, non-drinker, lives in Martin, likes help­ ing people, the outdoors, animals, children, sports, long walks, seeks slim, SF, N/S, under 34.Ad#. 1204 AM I WHAT YOU SEEK? Single white mate, 50, 6'1", 165lbs., from Battle Creek, seeks interesting, monoga­ mous, slim single white female, 40-52, for long-term relationship. Ad#. 1881 NO GAMES PLEASEI SWM, 28,5*11”, 180lbs., laid-back, smoker, enjoys walks, camping, auto racing, horse­ back riding, the outdoors, seeks honest, sin­ cere SWF, 23-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.4856 Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6*. medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20-24, no children, for possible relationship. Ad#.8914 is rr you? 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Ad#.5557 QUITE PERSON Shy single black Christian mate, 42, 6*4", educated, non-smoker, non-drinker, enjoys studying the Bible, sports, movies, seeking single black female, 30-40, for friendship. Ad#.995O TELL ME ABOUT YOUI Single white mate, 43, 5*6”, 170lbs., self-, employed, loves travel, water skiing, Harleys, dancing, seeks single female, 28­ 40. Ad#.7744 A GREAT CATCHI Single white male, 19, 5*10”, 155lbs., blond hair, green eyes, humorous, kind, enjoys sports, motorcycles, time with son, the outdoors, seeks slim single female. Ad#.3978 SHY & QUIET Medium-built single white male, 44, 5*2”, non-smoker, lives in Bellvue, likes fishing, walking, biking, quiet times at home, seeks single female, under 44, for good relation­ ship. Ad#.967O TIME TO SETTLE DOWN I’VE GOT DIRECTION Professional SWM, 39,6*, likes dancing, bil­ liards, volleyball, movies, walking, photogra­ phy, seeks SWF, under 39, N/S, who wants to start a family. 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Your print advhW appear in the paper 7-10 days after you record your voice greet- a ing- M Male H Hi Hispanic WW Wiaowed Double Dater HAVE A NICE DAYI Career-minded SWM, 29, 6*. heavyset, interests include travel, outdoor times, movies, seeks nice SWF, 24-40, who likes working with the youth. Ad#.3598 LETS HEAR FROM YOU Medium-built single white male, 35, 6*. enjoys motorcycling, playing cards, movies, seeks honest single white female, 30-34, for possible relationship. Ad#. 1854 BEST OF TIMES DW dad, 35, 5*4”, 130lbs., brown hair, green eyes, outgoing, employed, likes the outdoors, children, sports, seeking employed, outgoing, caring SF, for long term relationship. Ad#.3400 CHARMING & WITTY Hardworking SWM, 32, 5*4", physically fit, black hair, hobbies include sports, bil­ liards, car racing, seeks trustworthy, dependable, caring, sincere SF. Ad#.4392 MELLOW FELLOW ENJOYS LIFE Single white female, 45, 5*5”, brown hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, employed, enjoys reading, g, embroidery, seeks person person-­ able, humorous single male. Ad#.1245 LETS HANG OUT! Single white mom, 42, 5*4”, 140ibs., brown hair, quiet, caring, employed, enjoys family times, cooking, gardening, dining out, movies, seeks committed single Christian male. Ad#.1593 Caring, loyal single white mate, 37, 5*11", 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Batttecreek, likes movies, photography, ani­ mals, music, seeks similar single white female, 28-42. Ad#.1111 MY LOOKS ARE PLEASANT Single white male, 46,6’2", medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, commitment-mind­ ed, seeks single white female, 35-45, no head games please. Ad#. 1880 POSITIVE ATTITUDE Females Call 1-900-860-2104 Slender SW mom, 30, 5’2", friendly, hobbtes are movies, walks, family activities, seeks delightful, fun-loving SWM, 28-40, kids a phis, prefers N/S. Ad#.6792 DEVELOP A LIFE? Single white female, 49, 5'4”, light brown hair, blue eyes, friendly, communicative, self-employed, enjoys line dancing, crafts, gardening, seeking sensitive, caring, humorous single mate. Ad#.4852 Males Seeking WHY BE ALONE? Compassionate single white mate, 49,5'11”, auburn hair, hazel eyes, enjoys travel, din­ ing out, movies, seeks kind, lovable, under­ standing single female, who will be there for him. Ad#.5238 ONE WITH NATURE Attractive SW dad, 29,6', 185lbs., medium build, enjoys sports, camping, canoeing, seeks attractive, trim, employed SW mom, 22-25, for possible relationsnip. Ad#.935O Single white male, 46,5*8”, 160lbs., conge­ nial health professional, enjoys the out­ doors, getaways, quality conversations, music and more, seeking younger, fit, social, fun single female, who someday wants a family. Ad#.6651 WARM & FRIENDLY ALMOST PERFECT BIG MAN...BIG HEART COMMUNICATION IS KEY Employed single black mom, 31,5*5”, medi­ um build, brown hair, enjoys biking, exercis­ ing, bowling, time with daughter, sseeks caring, understanding single mate. Ad#.8667 Single white female, 38, 5’4”, 117lbs., brown-eyed brunette, caring, sensitive, lowkeyed, likes cookouts, camping, dancing, talking, seeks calm, sincere, honest, communicative single mate. Ad#.1215 Divorced white dad, 38, 5*6", brown hair/eyes, enjoys house work and spending time with his children, from the Battle Creek area, seeking kind-hearted single white female, who likes children. Ad#.2021 TRUE LOVE Single white male. 50, 6’1’, 220lbs., non­ smoker. enjoys walks in the woods, camping, hiking, the beach, cards, chess, danc­ ing, seeks strong single white female. Ad#.375O Single white male, 38,5*10”, 175lbs., smok­ er, from Battle Creek, enjoys movies, motor­ cycling, swimming, good conversation, seeks single white female. 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Ad#.1329 Single white mom of two, 35, 57, nonsmoker, professional, independent, loves motorcycling, dancing, music, camping, seeks funny, outgoing, attractive single white male, 32-45, non-smoker. Ad#.5962 AN HONORABLE MAN Easygoing single white dad, 34; 5*6”, slim, non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes bik­ ing, reading, movies, golf, time with his son, seeks slim, childless single white female, 25-36, non-smoker. Ad#.5953 CHILDREN ARE COOL A LOVING HEART HONEST RELATIONSHIP Man from Mars, 47, 6*. 185lbs., looking for woman from Venus, 38-50, slender or medi­ um-built, non-smoker, who enjoys dancing, movies, comedy shops and easy-listening music. Ad#.2659 BE TRUE TO ME LOOK NO FURTHER Kind, understanding SW mom, 46, 4*8”, medium build, a smoker, non-drinker, seeks open-minded, loving, laid-back SWM, 45-65, who enjoys fishing and fixing things around the house. 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Ad#.7157 TIME TO SHARE Trustworthy, good-humored, fun single white female, 37,5*1”, non-smoker, enjoys being with her kids, sports, seeks honest single white male, 32-47. A Ad#.4726 MEMPHIS TRANSPLANT Single black mate, 18, from Battle Creek, enjoys bowling, swimming, dining out, ball games, seeks hardworking, energetic single female. Ad#.2500 A GENTLE WOMAN GIVE ME A CALL! SWM, 26,6*. 200lbs., blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium build. N/S, enjoys rollerblading, the race track, dancing, seeks flexible, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 ROMANTIC STATUESQUE! SW mom, 21, 5*5”, sociable, fun-loving, N/S, enjoys dancing, country music, going out, lives in Plainwell, looking for responsible, employed SM, 20-35, who loves chil­ dren. Ad#.1O31 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Single white mate, 24, 5*5", medium build, brown hair,, hazel eyes, easygoingI. non no ­ smoker, enjoys joys bowling, fishing and swim swi ­ ming, from the Battle Creek area, seeks slender single white female, 19-26. Ad#.991O Single white female, 30, 57”, brown hair, green eyes, a little shy, humorous, employed, likes reading, football, hockey, walking, seeks good, happy, honest, com­ patible single male. Ad#. 1966 Attractive, outgoing SBF, 29, 5*9”, slim. N/S, from Soutn Haven, en, enjoys travel, and having lots of fun, seeks SWM, 40-55. Ad#.9O39 SEEKS A GENTLEMEN TAKE A CHANCE ON MEI Single white mate, 50,5*9”, dark hair, brown eyes, smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys cookouts, cycling, walking, golf, dancing, movies, seeks single white female, 35-55. Ad#.3143 SOUND APPEALING LOVING MOM SWF, 59, 5*3”, personable, fun-loving, smoker, non-drinker, enjoys dancing, movies, travel, dining out, motorcycle rid­ ing, looking ffor loyal, honest SWM,, under 60. Ad#.4561 Single white mate, 29,5*8”, 150lbs., brown hair/eyes. enjoys sports, travel, leisure activities, in search of an attractive, petite single white female, 21-35, who is fun to be around. Ad#.966O Single white female,,, 40, 5*5",, non-smoker,, educated, enjoys music, dancing, the outdoors, concerts, gardening seeks loyal, sensitive, single white male, under 40. Ad#.9508 Single white female, 18, 5*6”, slim, smoker, non-drinker, actively into sports, looking for a humorous, medium-built single mate, 1822. Ad#.1119 SOCIABLE TYPE brown enjoys music, single Single white mate, 26, 5’10”, from Battle Creek, new to town, enjoys physical fitness, dancing, reading, music, movies, seeks sin­ gle white female, under 28. Ad#.6677 Good-natured SWF, 20, 5*4”, light hair, brown eyes, enjoys spending time with her son, seeking fun-loving SWM, 19-25. Ad#.9293 SWF, 72, 5*5", personable, outgoing, N/S, retired, lives in South Haven, enjoys the beach, walking, quiet evenings, dancing, dining out, looking for kind, humorous SWM, 60-70, with similar interests. Ad#.5510 IT COULD BE YOUI Single white mate, 23, 6*4", 210lbs., hair, green eyes, shy, reserved, sports, outdoor activities, dancing, seeks slender, honest, fun-loving white female, 21-32. Ad#. 1973 SS.JW B C S “NA D Divorced Black W White Christian Single N/SNon-smoker Native American Service provided by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrie Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 F A Female Asian 0804 Laid-back SWM, 18, 6*2”, 165lb.s, brown hair, hazel eyes, employed, enjoys fishing, hunting, working on cars, seeks SF, with a good sense of humor. Ad#.2700 CAN YOU COOK? Single white mate, 57, 6*. 200lbs., silver hair, blue eyes, happy-go-lucky, loves country music, boating, bonfires, animals, seeks honest, caring single female. Ad#.4855 LIFELONG PAL SWM, 61, 5’6”, 200lbs., easygoing, retired, never had the time for hobbies, he was always working, seeks dear-thinking, pleasant SF, for companion. Ad#.3500 CONSIDER ME? Single white mate, 41, 5*10”, 150lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, hardwork­ ing, likes fishing, camping, quiet times, walking, zoos, seeks dependable, under­ standing, happy single female. Ad#.4144 HOW ABOUT US? Easygoing, employed SW dad, 40, 57”, 280lbs., enjoys hunting, fishing, family activities, seeking compatible SF. Ad#.8954 COUNTRY LIVING Carefree SWM, 22, 6*1”, 220lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, enjoys riding horses, coun­ try music and dancing, NASCAR, seeking easygoing SF, with similar interests. Ad#.74O3 LOTS OF FUN Cheerful SW dad, 38, 5'10”, black hair, brown eyes, enjoys time with children, fishing, camping,, seeks fun-loving, com­ municative SF,, who likes children. Ad#.6986 GOOD SENSE OF HUMOR? Easygoing SWM, 46, stocky, beard, mus­ tache, N/S, factory worker, enjoys fishing, hunting, stock car races, dancing, movies, seeks fun-loving SF. Ad#.7749 �The Mople Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. August 12, 1997 — Poge 12 ‘Sense of History’ is new Charlton Park event Aug. 16 Visitors will be able to touch, taste, hear, smell and see Michigan Village Life in the 1890s during the “Sense of History,” a new event at Historic Charlton Park Satur­ day, Aug. 16. The Barber Shop, the historic village’s 17th building, will be dedicated at 10 a.m. and opened to the public. The village barber will cut hair at the old-fashioned price of two bits (25 cents). Storyteller Larry B. Massie will share his ‘‘Adventures In Michigan’s Past” at 11 a.m. in the Village Church. Massie has written 14 books about Michigan history. Priscilla Massie will take visitors on a guided tour of Michigan’s culinary heritage, as she spins Aebelskizer, a Danish delicacy, a recipe handed down through genera­ tions. She will demonstrate kitchen utensils worn through decades of use, and see how changes in the kitchen made it possible for women to leave home and join the work force. Priscilla’s cookbook, “Walnut Pickles and Watermelon Cake, a Century of Michigan Cooking,” was named as one of the top eight regional cookbooks in the na­ tion. A typical Victorian din­ ner will be prepared in teh 1848 Bristol Inn and a fancier dinner cooked in the 1852 Sixberry House. Visitors can taste the foods invented or made popular in the 1890s, such as red hots and ice cream cones, and enjoy fresh fruits from the peddler. Transportation 1890 style can be experienced by riding through the village in a surrey with the fringe on top, admir­ For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from. We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Hours: Monday - Friday Char otte — thograph no. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Come try our Xerox machine... capable of collating, copying and stapling 144 5 Cochran • Chorlofte, Michigan 48813 (517) 543-4041 • Fox (517) 543-2272 10 Lb. Bag Chicken Leg Qtrs ing the costumed high wheel bicylists, and watching an 1895 Corley sawmill saw logs into lumber. Michael Bryce’s “Victorian Parlor Entertainment” will transport visitors back to the time before television and video, when an intimate gathering at a friend’s parlor included songs, stories, classic guitar, poetry, humor and news items. Nineteenth century dance instruction will be given in the Town Hall from noon to 12:30 p.m. and again from 2 to 2:30 p.m. in preparation for the town dance on the Village Green. The Dodsworth Saxhorn Band uses original, over the shoulder brass instruments and plays 19th century melodies that can be heard at two concerts and at the town dance. The band’s 17 musi­ cians wear period dress and have performed for the Presi­ dent and Mrs. Clinton at the White House, the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, the Detroit Thanksgiving Day parade, and the Great American Brass Band Festival in Danville, KY and can be heard on Ken Burns’ PBS series “Baseball.” Visitors senses will be stimulated as they touch, taste and smell more than 30 items found on the farm and in the General Store, and attempt to identify them. Visitors can touch the past by playing a game of horseshoes, croquet or a parlor game. A special exhibit “Working in an 1890s Michigan Village” will explore four oc­ cupations prevalent in 1890s Barry County: the farmer, farm wife, teacher and storekeeper through artifacts and photos. Chris Appleby’s collection of toy magic lanterns will be on display beginning Monday, Aug. 11. Magic lanterns used glass slides to project images on a screen. A full size magic lantern show kicks off the celebration of Michigan Village Life in 1890s at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, at Cen­ tral Elementary Auditorium in Hastings. “Sense of History" runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Admission is $4 for adults 16 and over, and $2 for children 5-15 years, children 4 and under are free. This event is supported by a grant from the Michigan Humanities Council. For more information, call (616) 945-3775. Schedules and lockers to be issued Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School will issue schedules and locker assignments on the following days: Junior high students (grades 7 & 8) — Tuesday, Aug. 20, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. Senior high students (grades 9-12) — Wednesday, Aug. 21, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-3 p.m. USDA Choice Oscar Mayer 4.5 Oz. Sirloin steak Lunchables [gj Lunchahiig. 49C Lb. Whole or Split ! p' Chicken Breast I From Chuck ind Beef 1 1 18 Oz., Open Pit Milk ; «■ 99 Margarir Tide SB99 79* '•<[1/2 Gal., Bareman 24-26 Oz.. 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MJ 49058-1893 Voters to decide on school additions and renovations Sept. 22 by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Maple Valley School Dis­ trict voters will go to the polls on September 22 to de­ cide the fate of renovations and additions to buildings in the district. The big issue: Get rid ofthe portable classrooms! When Maple Valley voters went to the polls in April, a similar proposal was turned down by a small margin. Two others accompanied the reno­ vations on that ballot, one to construct a football field at the high school and another to build a new bus garage. Both were defeated. School officials said Mon­ day that .they are optimistic about this latest proposal, one that doesn't include any extras, just more classrooms space. communities around the needs The primary target is Fuller of our children," he said. Elementary. "That’s what brought about "Cramped" probably best the decision to build our high describes the current situation school, which is a wonderful at the Nashville elementary facility. We need to pool our building which now houses resources for the sake ofkids." developmental kindergarten This proposal which reads through third grade. Because "erecting, furnishing, and of limited space, many of the equipping" an Early Child­ youngsters are spending their hood Center" would allow for days in portable classrooms, a new building at the Fuller something that new Maple site to replace all 17 portable Valley Superintendent, Clark classrooms with traditional Volz would like to see classroom space. changed. The new construction would Volz compared this latest do several positive things for proposal to that of the high education at that site, Volz school which was built in the said. Time would be utilized mid-1960's when the villages more effectively by mainte­ ofNashville and Vermontville nance personal, utility bills decided to pool their resources. would be much less, and the "I hope to reunite these building would be much more Meeting Thursday to inform voters A special meeting has been set up for Maple Valley School District voters Thursday (Aug. 21) at the Nashville United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. to answer questions about all aspects ofthe proposal. Such things as building plans and construction costs will be among topics that evening. Many officials are expected to be on hand to discuss in detail each portion of the project. Among them will be representatives of the architectural firm of USR Greiner Inc., and Joe Flemming of Wolgast Construction Management Company . Hosts for this meeting are the Maple Valley - Pro-Bond Issue Committee members who have been working closely with these individuals and are working to "inform" local voters. New School Superintendent Clark Volz will also be at the meeting. "This may be an excellent opportunity to meet our new superintendent and get all of your questions answered concerning the bond issue," said Amy Laverty representing the committee. "We hope that everyone in the community will take time to stop in that evening." 44 Consolidation worked several years ago. We must continue to be visionary for our children. — Maple Valley Superintendent Clark Volz secure for children, he said. "Lets face it. Portables were meant to be a temporary fix, some of these portables have been in the district for 25 years." Another of the big pluses, according to Volz, is the posi­ tive image that would por­ trayed by the district to those considering a move into the community. "It (the bond proposal) would be advantageous to our entire community," he said. "The whole area will prosper if we can show commitment to our schools." He added that he felt home­ owners and small business people alike should consider the fact that by providing a better environment for chil­ dren, the right kinds of fami­ lies and businesses would be drawn into the area. "Homes will increase in value and business will pros­ per," Volz said. "People will be drawn into the area because ofgood quality schools." M.V. hires new administrator from Grand Rapids After coaching football for 11 years and baseball for six, Rick Arnett thought that it was time for him to move up to an administrative post. Arnett, who served as an assistant athletic director and coached at Grand Rapids Union High School the last few years, officially became Maple Valley's athletic director and high school assistant principal at the Aug. 11 school board meeting. "It's going to be a challenge, but it's a welcome challenge," Arnett said. "Todd (former athletic director Todd Gonser) has taken care of a lot of things and left me in good shape." With a masters degree in school administration and work as a substitute administrator at Union, Arnett does have "desk job" experience. He says the dual positions at Maple Valley came at the right time. "I think that the timing was right; it was time to move up," Arnett explained. "Ideally, it was what I was looking for." Coming from a Class A school the size of Union, Arnett is very happy to be working at Maple Valley, which is Class C. "Smaller is better, especially for the students," Arnett said. "If you're not a standout academically or athletically (at a big school), you're not known. I really look forward to being personal with the kids." Vicksburg and Kelloggsville are other areas where Arnett has worked, helping him to draw his conclusions about working in the smaller school districts. But, athletics are also a very big reason why he chose to work with the Lions' program. "I interview districts for positions and Maple Valley is a very strong athletic position," Arnett said. Arnett, 32, said that he has been introduced to all of Maple Valley's fall coaches and stated "they all seem to be quality people." Championship teams, in Arnett's words, promote improved grades and help a school to run as a "well-oiled machine." That will be Arnett's goal as he begins his job as athletic director this fall. Rick Arnett and his wife Tracy have two children, A.J age four and Amanda age two. The family is currently looking for residency in or around Hastings. The entire bond proposal, which would obligate the community to $8,665,000, would also take care of playground renovations at Fuller, additional classrooms at Maplewood and an addition to the Jr.-Sr. High School which would separate those youngsters from the high school population. Some of the .money would also be utilized for construction of a new gym in the junior high wing, which would eliminate some ofthe scheduling problems for various team practices. "That is also something I am concerned about," he said. "We have many children practicing through the dinner hour and there is no time left for family." He suggested that with a new "auxiliary"" gym, a practice schedule could be revised that allowed for less early morning and late night trips for parents, something that would have a positive effect on all aspects of the kids lives. Volz said voters should not worry about the funds gener- ated by such a bond proposal. All ofthe funds would be used for the building and renova­ tion projects and not for salaries. He said that though the law prohibited the use of such funds for salaries or pro­ grams, many in the commu­ nity may not understand that. He felt that for the bond issue to be successful, a partnership between citizens and the school would be necessary, one built on trust. "If "Ifcommunity community leadership leadership isis not trusted, the community won't grow,” he said. "I believe that this proposal is the right thing to do for our children. It will provide classrooms, not materials, enrichment programs or teachers salaries. Those items all come from the general budget, an entirely different allotment of money. "We really need to pool our resources to provide our children with the best education possible," he added. Election day is now just a few weeks away, and Volz encourages voters to stop by the administration office at Maple Valley if they have questions or concerns. He made the comment that many times when an election is right around the corner, facts are misconstrued, and some end up at the polls misinformed. "Consolidation worked several years ago. We must continue to be a visionary for our children," he said. "The whole area prospers if we show commitment to our school." Jaycees seeking Career Fair speakers Maple Valley Jaycees will have a Career Fair Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School. The group is looking-for speakers. Anyone interested is asked to call Janel Hansen at 852-2457, Cass Ramey at 726-0902 or Samantha Semrau at 852-9323. The Maple Valley jaycees is a leadership training through community service organization for persons 21 to 39 years of age. Anyone interested in more information or how to become a member may call Cass Ramey at 726-0902. In This Issue... • Fall Festival offers ‘fun for all* Sept. 30 • Vermontville family hosts students from Finland to the area ; • Burd family member has survived the ‘almost impossible’ Meet Rick Arnett, Maple Valley's new Athletic Director and High School Assistant Principal. Arnett comes from Grand Rapids Union High School where he was an Assistant AD and football coach. • Trojans win golf opener; Leatherman medalist �Tha.Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 2 Community Calendar The'following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: August 18 — 4-H and FFA Livestock Buyers Banquet, Expo Building. August 23 — Summerfest Parade. August 23 — State 4-H Dog Show, MSU, East Lansing. August 26 — First Master Gardener Class, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. Sept. 18 — Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Fall Festival offers “fun for all”Sept. 30 Walking through • my gardens last night I noticed that the shadows are now growing longer earlier. The vegetable garden is beginning to produce heavily and the plants are losing that lush appearance of the pampered plant, and donning the work worn look, of plants that are giving their all to pro­ vide fresh fare for my table. Flowers that I started from seed during a snowstorm in February are finally blooming and their bouquets hold court in my home and office. Mason jars that have waited on the shelves in my basement are being counted and steriliz­ ed in preparation for steamy canning sessions. These are the weeks all gardeners have waited for, that time ofyear when we can truly enjoy the fruits of our labor. It also marks the begin­ ning ofthe end ofthe growing season in mid-Michigan. Fall is just around the comer and to celebrate the bounty of the harvest and those green Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen you buy your lile insurance from us through AutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent AutoOwners agent, we lake great interest in you t-«is well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people — and the things they own. iSluto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7kiNoPrt6G^fbop&,* Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 thumbs that made it possible, Eaton County MSU Extension Youth Programs is sponsoring a Fall Festival. The Fall Festival will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 30, at the Eaton County 4-H Building on the Charlotte Fairgrounds. Registration and set-up will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with judging beginning at 7 p.m. Any youth or adult may enter. There are three age divisions with ages determined as of Dec. 31. Division I is for ages 12 and under, Division II is for ages 13 to 19, and Divi­ sion III is for ages 20 and up. The entry fee is 50 cents per class. The classes range from heaviest winter squash to a video documenting progress and peak of garden (judged for quality of garden and photography). Rosettes will be awarded for first place in each class and division. Also, for each entry, the participant’s name will be placed in a drawing for door prizes (must be present to win). In addition to the funfocused competition, area garden centers and fruit/vegetable producers are invited to display their wares (cost is $10 for an eight foot table). Topping off the evening will be a pie social. Generous slices of homemade pie will be available for $1. All profits from the event will go toward the construction of grow labs, similar to an indoor greenhouse, which will be available for use in Eaton County Schools. Plan now to join in the fun and friendly competition and show off the pride of your garden, or just come to enjoy the displays and a piece of homemade pie. For further in­ formation contact the Eaton County MSU Extension Of­ fice at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Spartan announces second drop numbers, purchase of three fire truck companies Spartan Motors Inc. recently announced net earnings of $587,007, or $0.05 per share, on net sales of $39.1 million for the second quarter that ended on June 30. This is in comparison to the net earnings of $1.1 million, or $0.09 per share, on net sales of $44.4 million during the same second quarter period in 1996. The Charlotte-based manufacturer of custom chassis said an industry-wide slowdown in its core fire truck market, coupled with lower sales of its motorhome chassis, contributed to the sales decline. The company also reported its 33 percent owned Carpenter Industries, Inc. affiliate contributed equity income of $46,579 in the second quarter compared with an equity loss of $923,636 in the first quarter of this year. This, according to a Spartan press release, reflects progress made by Spartan and Carpenter in the school bus and step van markets. "While the second quarter results were disappointing, they fail to reflect a number of significant actions we’ve taken to strengthen our company," said Spartan Motors president and chief operating officer John Sztykiel. "Most notably among these is our strategic decision to acquire three fire truck body manufacturers." Spartan also announced plans to acquire Luverne Fire Apparatus (Brandon, S.C.), Quality Manufacturing (Talladega, Ala.) and Smeal Fire Apparatus (Snyder, Neb.) for $19.6 million in cash and stock. The three companies will contribute to Spartan an expected $46.1 million in incremental revenues on an annual basis. The deals are expected to close by the end of the third quarter in 1997. "We are now in a better position to drive industry change in the fire truck market," Sztykiel explained. Wanted GOOD WATCH DOG with anyone without children. Has had shots and been neutered, Lab mix, call 517 852-2035 WANTED TO BUY Small pony saddle and small harness and cart. Also good large dog house. 616-945-4505. I XX'AI. CHl. IiCH SCHEDUL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School.............. 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship 11 a.m. Evening Service... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship......... 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ...9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. .10:00 a.m. Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ .10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE (’A ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service....................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville " Sun. School..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service.................. 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 A.M. Worship............... 930 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 0 a.m. Worship.......... 1 a.rrL After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass....................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. August 19. 1997 — Page 3 Customer alert on 3-way calling feature and its charges Sws Ameritech Michigan telephone customers should be aware that a new pay-per-use, three-way calling feature may now be available on their telephone lines — and it can be accidentally activated and cost 75 cents per use. The feature, which allows a customer to have a conversa- t tion with two other parties simultaneously, is activated by briefly depressing the receiver button on the telephone while talking to one party, then dialing another party to connect in a three-day conversation. Because three-way calling is activated by depressing the receiver button, a caller can Glenn C. Fetterman accidentally access this He was preceded in death by feature when disconnecting CHARLOTTE Glenn C. his son Glenn LeRoy in 1969. Fetterman, 88, of Charlotte from one call but not holding Mr. Fetterman is survived the receiver button down long passed away August 16,1997. He was bom on December by his wife, Lottie; two enough before placing another 11,1908 in Roxand Township, daughters, beta (Richard) Tate call. Also, any telephone the son of Arvis and Henrietta and Sandra (Jan) Skrip both of equipment set for automatic Charlotte; eight grandchildren; redial (fax machine, computer (Cramer) Fetterman. He worked as a machinist and nine great grandchildren. modem, telephone instru­ Funeral services will be held ment, etc.) can accidentally for John Bean Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1973. He was also Tuesday, August 19, 1997 at activate this feature if the employed at the Charlotte 1:00 pm at Pray Funeral Home equipment disconnects and in Charlotte. Burial will take Chair Co. from 1934-1944. redials too quickly. Mr. Fetterman was a place at Maple Hill Cemetery. While three-way calling can Memorial contributions member ofthe First Congrega­ tional Church, U.C.C. and a may be made to the First be a convenience for former member of the Congregational Church or the customers, it is important to understand how it works and American Cancer Society. Bellevue Whirl-a-Ways. how charges are assessed. Ameritech Michigan customers should carefully VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE NOW STOCKS... review their bills each month for pay-per-use, three-way calling charges resulting from accidental activation. If you have been charged for a three­ way calling service you did CHUNK SJ09 27% S I9TJ.J b9ag STYLE .. io# J bag PROTEIN .. .40# not use or accidentally ac­ tivated, call Ameritech CHUNK CAT S£69 SI|gI 79 Michigan at 1-800-660-1000 STYLE ... 0# bag FOO 7# . 9 bag to discuss removal of the charge from your bill. Also, S Ig9A 59 CAT 27% S 1N9AIb9ag PROTEIN .. .20# bag FOOD 0# customers may request Ameritech place a block of SEE US FOR YOUR PETS NEEDS • OPEN SUNDAYS 11-3 three-way calling on their telephone lines. The block can be installed without additional 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 51 J-JR®-Illi cost to customers, and without Obituaries 5;foty sSw s sJM* *‘>k’« «I<%1}1*‘ 5 5^ ^Rh ?■> wH? *« ?* vi? । «Si» S^w4 ™»a '7"ot« '7"ot«mi mliLl »«B SL^Wlm service trips to customers’ residences. How can you avoid un­ wanted three-way calling charges? 1. When disconnecting from one call and then placing another, be sure to hold the telephone receiver button down for at least three (3) seconds for disconnection to occur. 2. When placing a call, listen for a regular, steady dial tone. When three-way calling is activated, the caller will hear a “stutter tone” or a “beep-beep-beep” dial tone sound at the beginning of the dial tone. 3. Call Ameritech Michigan and request a block of this feature on your telephone line. The Michigan Public- Ser- vice Commission is an agency within the Department of Consumer and Industry Services. NOTICE 1997-98 Lunch prices for Maple Valley School which were listed in the recent newsletter were incorrect. Correct prices for breakfast and lunches are as follow: Breakfast - $1.00 Elementary Lunch - $1.50 Jr./Sr. High School Lunch - $1.75 Milk - 30c COUNTRY PRIME DOG & CAT FOOD Vermontville Hardware Doug Durkee - Proprietor HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 am-6 pm; Sat. 8:30 am-5 pm; Sun. 11 am-3 pm Let’s Talk Abou Home Loans At Eaton Federal Savings Bank our loan offi­ cers are genuinely interested in discussing your loan needs. . Whether you are building or buying a home, we want to finance it for you.’ Stop by and let’s talk about your loan needs. We make loans for all good reasons: Homes, auto, home improvement, educational or business. Stop in soon and check our affordable rates )UU EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-281.1 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 4 Racoons in sweetcorn? No special answers Nothing is quite as tasty as sweet com fresh from your garden. Just ask your neighborhood raccoons. Growing sweet com in your garden doesn’t guarantee you will have problems with rac­ coons. But if you live anywhere near a wooded stream or on a residential street with mature trees, there’s probably a fairly large local raccoon population. And chances are good that some raccoon will find your sweet com before it’s ripe enough for you to pick it. Glenn Dudderar, Extension wildlife specialist at Michigan State University, says quite often the culpit is a female raccoon and her young of the year. While she strips an ear from first one stalk and then another, the young ones are climbing the stalks, nibbling on tender kernels and romping among the plants. Not many sweet corn patches can tolerate much of this, and the raccoon family will come back night after night. If you don’t detect the first night’s damage and take swift and ef- fective steps to prevent a repeat performance by the raccoons, you will lose your entire crop. Many control tactics have been suggested, ranging from sprinkling lime or hot pepper on the ground around the sweet com to setting up flashing lights in the garden and putting out a radio tuned to a rock music station. “Under certain conditions, any of these may work,” Dudderar says. “The only problem is that we don’t know what the conditions are that predispose them to succeed. In the case of flashing lights, success might depend on whether local raccoons are ac­ customed to the flashing lights of local businesses.” Some tactics such as sprinkling something unplea­ sant on the ground around the garden or tying the dog out there at night — may work if you start using them early in the gardening season to encourge raccoons and other animals to avoid the garden. If the raccoons have already discovered the sweet corn and Yftank You Maple Valley Implement for buying my 1997 steer at the Barry County Fair. Jeremy Dunn are on their way back for a se­ and another 2 inches above the ground. The higher one cond helping, nothing will should be inside the lower one repel them. Two kinds of fencing may by about the width of the in­ sulator. An animal trying to be effective: a floppy, Cshaped chicken wire fence and go over the outer wire will en­ counter the inner one at eye two-wire electric fencing. Fasten chicken wire 48 in- level. Trying to go under that ches wide to posts so that it one will put the animal in con­ forms a C shape opening out­ tact with the other. Touching ward from the garden. The both wires at once is usually bottom leg of the C rests on unpleasant enough to deter most animals from a foray in­ the ground to stop raccoons, rabbits and other animals to your garden. Put an electric fence up ear­ from going under the fence. The overhanging part keeps ly in the season, Dudderar ad­ them from jumping or climb­ vises, to prevent rabbit and possible woodchuck damage ing over it. “Be sure to fasten the fence to small plants as well as rac­ so that the top part is sort of coon raids on sweet com in floppy, so it will bend mid- to late summer. The downward with the weight of wires must be kept free of any raccoon that tries to climb vegetation to prevent on it,” Dudderar notes. “A shorting. For more information on nice, tight fence may look neater, but a raccoon will raccoon or other pest control, swarm right up and over it” contact the Eaton County For an electric fence, you’ll MSU Extension office at need a small charger designed (517) 543-2310 or (517) specifically for gardens and 372-5594. two hot wires, one 4 inches Skating party planned for all interested in Girl Scouting The Cherry Valley Girl Scouts are planning a registra­ tion and family event on Fri­ day, Aug. 22. All girls between the ages of 5 and 18 who are interested in Girl Scouts are interested in Girl Scouts are encouraged to attend to with their families. The event will be an Ice Skating Party from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Southside Arena MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. AAAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 REALTOR* wiaffRgi Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES * Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells............................ NASHVILLE • 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH - NEXT TO PUTNAM PARK IN NASH­ Recently remodeled. Ideal starter home. Good possibility for "no "Move-in" at close. Call Nyle today for showing. (N-59) VILLE ON APPROX. 1% ACRES - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with wrap-around porch, deck with firepit, many extras — All on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE STORE «r buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. BUILDING - Good location on (N-71) M-66 (Main Street). Ideal for office space or retail (building size 17x69) - basement and second story. Call Homer for details. (N-70) down" financing. -. Eves. 726-0223! ......... 726-1234 NEW LISTING • NASHVILLE ■ Cute 2 bedroom home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the details! (N-72) VERMONTVILLE BUILDING SITE: APPROX. ONE ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (Vl-67) ONE LOT LEFT • 12 ACRES - $12,000 - Good building site on • BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED 3 bedroom home VACANT LAND COMPLETELY REMODELED 3 BED­ ROOM HOME M VERM0NTVR1E- Original woodwork, ceramic tile bath & kitchen. A must see. Call Nyle. (V-58) with 1 'A baths. This home has a lot of "character" with original woodwork — all new windows on 2nd floor. Large lot with "park-like" setting. Call Nyle for all the details. (V-69) Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VI.-46) ROLLING A For Sale Automotive 1988 FORD F-250 % TON pick-up XLT Lariat package 73,000 miles reese hitch $7900 days 517 853-0713 evenings or 517 726- 1253 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 For Sale LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF TWO in Byron Center. This ice arena is located at 500- 100th Street SW, just west of US-131. The cost to skate is $2 per person, with skate ren­ tal available for an additional $2. All currently registered Girl Scouts may attend and sign-up for next year’s early registra­ tion. By doing so at this event, you will save on your 1997/1998 registration fee. Please bring your registration form and $6 to early register. Ifyou do not have your form, additional forms will be available. All forms must be signed by a parent or guardian. Any girls interested in join­ ing Girl Scouts can also register early at this time. Area Girl Scout leaders will be available to answer ques­ tions about registration for girls in Caledonia and Middleville schools. Parents are encouraged to call Gayle Kraft at 891-1802 or Karen Cargill at 891-7607 with any questions. questions. Local Girl Scouts are active in many programs available to school-age girls, which in­ clude outdoor activities and camping, field trips, math and science projects, working on badges and interest programs, and programs to learn new skills for today. Scouts also participate in the annual Girl Scout Cookie Sale and service projects to benefit local libraries. 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN WOODED PARCELS: VLHMONTVULE - Each unit has 2 (B) 2.2 ACRES................ $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres................. $9,500. _ Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Horner. (VL-22) bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car garage on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." (V-66) IN VERMONTVILLE - NICE 3 BED- 2-story home, 1 'A baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Occupancy at close. Give Nyle a call today to see.. (V-68) R00M, KING SIZE PILLOW TOP ” Deluxe mattress set With frame and decor brass headboard brand new! Cost $1400.00 Must Sell $375.00 1-517-676-6414 SWEET CORN FOR SALE: By the dozen or the bushel. Excellent for freezing. 1 mile, south of M-50 on M-66. 616-367-4111. Furlongs will be celebrating their 50th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Richard Furlong of Woodland will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary August 24, 1997. Richard (Dick) and Caroline (Sanborn) were married August 24, 1947 in Quimby, Mich. Their children are Richard and Mary Furlong, John and Shirley Furlong of Woodland and Frank and Eddie Furlong of DeFuniack Springs, Florida. They have 25 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Family and friends are cordially invited to an open house, given by their children, Saturday, August 23, 1997 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Cunningham's Acre, corner of M-50 and Bliss Road, Lake Odessa. No gifts, please. Mystery tour being offered The Eaton County Association for Family and Com­ munity Education (FCE) is of­ fering a Mystery Tour on Thursday, Sept. 4. “This annual event allows our members and guests an opportunity to investigate a new community and its culture,” said Betty Cook, president of FCE. This year’s event includes visiting a museum, having lunch at a beautiful bed and breakfast and having a variety of tour options in the afternoon. Personal cars will leave the Eaton County Office Building, 551 Courthouse Drive in Charlotte, at 9:15 a.tn. Each car will be given a map to the mystery communi­ ty. Only 25 people can be ac­ commodated on the tour, and advance registration is required. The cost is $12.50 for FCE members and $14.50 for non­ members. Make check out to FCE and mail to P.O. Box 125, Charlotte, MI 48813, in­ cluding your name, address and telephone number. For more information call Betty Cook at (517) 543^558. Have You Heard the “Dead Doctors Don’t Lie” tape on the 90 Nutrients neededfor optimal health and longevity? For infor­ mation on Dr. Joel Wallach and hiss area presentatons presentations ts this month call (616) 945-3789. Clip and Save ‘Hurray 1 I’m on Vacation from t^Iugust 26 to <§>£pt$zmber 1 DIANA ’S PLACE Theplace to goforprofessional styling Diana Kuempel - Owner 852-9481 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 5 Kids learn at Putnam Library magic’ has a special purpose by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer If your children have been finding pennies behind your ears, or making objects disappear, it is certainly no illu­ sion. It's probably the result of tricks that they picked up at Putnam Library last Wednesday during a very special "magic day." On the agenda were card and rope tricks, and even making money disappear! "The Experience Of Magic" came to Putnam courtesy of Last week there were surprises in store at Putnam Library. The father daughter team of Mr. Jim and Miss Kristi kept children on the edge of their seats with various magic tricks. the Barry County Substance Abuse agency and star magi­ cians Mr. Jim and Miss Kristi, a father-daughter team from Marcelus. Mr. Jim (Jim Merrills) be­ came interested in magic quite some time ago. He takes his bag of tricks all over the state, and usually his two daughters tag along just for fun. About three years ago, the eldest of the two started working on her magic and soon convinced dad that they should be a team. "I've been doing these card tricks now since I was just seven," said 10-year-old Kristi. "Dad and I make a great team!" Merrills, who is a national speaker on the drug prevention circuit and certified in drug abuse treatment, found that magic tricks seemed to attract and keep the attention of all ages. His magic program was designed as a deterrent from tobacco and alcohol use. He can now be found in libraries, like Putnam, and restaurants all over the state. His work in Barry County is funded through the Substance Abuse program, thanks to local director Brian Shumway. "We received a phone call one day asking if we were in­ terested in a magic program here a Putnam," said library employee Rae Murphy. "We are very excited to have him here and the kids just love it." 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Magician, Jim Merrills had a whole day of magic planned for youngsters at the Putnam Library last week. For Rent 219 N. Main St. Mobile Homes 2 BEDROOM HOUSE newly ABANDONED REPO never decorated near Nashville, adults lived in, will move ifnecessary. or retired person. 517-726-1424 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Must sell. Call 1-800-538-7870._ FIRST TIME HOME buyer. We represent several banks. Repos, new/used, hundreds to choose from. Tax and title down. 1-800-538-7870.___________ LAKEFRONT & LAKE Due to the restoration of the mau­ ACCESS on Green Lake in Caledonia. New 2 & 3 bedroom soleum, the Lakeview Cemetery Board homes. Immediate occupancy. request that all floral arrangements now Payments as low as $220 per month. Call Hometown USA in the mausoleum be removed by 1-800-538-7870___________ August 31, 1997. Thank you for your WHY RENT WHEN you cab own. Three bedroom, two bath. cooperation. As little as $1,500 down 100 payment, $290 a month. Call 1-800-538-7870. 852-0845 • NOTICE • Wonder what kind of magic these girls have cooked up? After their session at Putnam Library last week, these youngsters had mastered new card and rope tricks and could even make money disappear! The session, which kept kids' attention throughout the day included many "how to instructions" with everything from disappearing coins to famous card tricks. And for those who missed "The Experience of Magic," it's not to late for some in­ struction on that card trick or rope trick that you and your kids are trying to muster. Mr. Jim and Miss Kristt^will be visiting the libraries in Hast­ ings, Delton, and Middleville very soon. Lawn & Garden WATER GARDENING: Water Lilies & Lotus, Aquatic plants, Goldfish & Koi, Liners, Pumps & Filters. APOL’S LANDSCAPING CO. 9340 Kalamazoo, Caledonia 616-698-1030. Information regarding those programs can be obtained from the Hastings Public Library. CAR WASH Maple Valley Band at Nashville & Vermontville Fire Barn Sat., Sept. 6th • 9 - ? for Trip to The Peach Bowl DONATIONS ACCEPTED ) Also, Pop Can Drive in both communities. Call 852-9472 for r can __d �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 6 Newest books offered at Putnam Public Library ' Latest donations to the Put­ nam District Library are in memory of Harold Woodard by Jim and Linda Larson, Wade and Mary Carpenter. In memory of Mabel Powers by the Class of ’56. In memory of Robie Pufpaff by Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Cheeseman, Mr. and Mrs. Russ Geary, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Cheeseman and Mr. Ira Cheeseman. Latest Books Non-fiction — Those Fascinating Paper Dolls by Marian Howard, Serial Murder by Robert Dolan, Knives of die World by JeanNoel Mouret, Rifles of the World by Oliver Achard, Beginner’s French by Catrine Carpenter, McDonald’s by William Gould, Ford by William Gould, Boeing by William Gould, The Unsers by Karen Bentiey, A.J. Foyt by Josh Wilker, Dale Ear- 1 nhardt by Michael Benson, Mario Andretti by G.S. Prentzas, The Allisons by Steven Frank, Richard Petty by Ron Frank, Madame Alexander Collector’s Dolls Price Guide by Patsy Moyer and Patricia Smith, Modem Collectible Dolls, Schroder’s Collectible Toys by Sharon and Bob Hux-, ford, The Heart of a Woman by Maya Angelou, Warman’s Country Antiques and Collec­ tibles by Danna Moryken, Victorian Treasures by Carol Wallace, Mechanical and Electrical Systems for Historic Buildings by Gersil Kay. Adult Fiction — Evil Eye by Michael Slade, Power of a Woman by Barbara Bradford, Silent Melody by Mary Balo ugh, Untamed Angel by Elaine Fox, Savage Revenge by Theresa Scott, Touch the Wild by Cassie Edwards, HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 Hairstyles.for Men, Women & Children Hours: Mqn. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; Thurs. Closed; Fri. 9 am - 3 E D/X pm; Sat. 9 am - 12 pm ti-ii-:aktani>scibnci:Oi:i*uiii-: Dangerous Virtues: Purity by Elaine Barbieri, Destiny’s Warrior by Kit Dee, The Sax­ on by Margaret Moor, Spr­ ing’s Fury by Denise Domning, Storm Maiden by Mary Gillgannon, Winter’s Heat by Denise Domning, Holiday Inn by Debra Dier, Summer’s Storm by Denise Domning, Together by Linda Miller, My Outlaw by Linda Miller, Maverick Heart by Joan Johnston, My Steadfast Heart by Jo Goodman, Sparhawk’s Lady by Miranda Jarrett, Falcon and the Sword by Julie Beard, Jade by Betty Brooks, The Ring by Sylvia Halliday, Autumn’s Flame by Denise Domning, Ondine by Shannon Drake, Defend and Betray by Anne Perry, In the Dead of Summer by Gillian Roberts, Unnatural Exposure by Patricia Cornwell, Vanish with the Rose by Barbara Michaels, Slicky Boys by Martin Limon, The Waiting Time by Eugenia Price, Fast Forward by Judy Mercer, Fat Tuesday by Sandra Brown, Meg by Steve Alten, The Last Heroes, Secrecy by Belva Plain, Guilty as Sin by Tami Hoag, Invastion by Robin Cook, §tray Dogs by John Ridley, Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman, Double Take by Judy Mercer, Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier, A Firing Of­ fense by David Ignatius, The Rapture of Canaan by Sheri Reynolds, The Magician’s Tale by Davd Hunt, The Genesis Code by John Case, Last Rights by Philip Shelby, Brandenbury by Glenn Mede, Esau by Philip Kerr, The Psalm Killer by Chris Petit, Ntv hMIk It could happen any time. 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Total payments: $6,352.20. Must be asecure oan. Likely to Die by Linda Fairstein, Prayers For the Dead by Faye Kellerman, Plum Island by Nelson de Mille, The Greenway by Jane Adams, Name Withheld by Judith Jance, The Dancing Floor by Barbara Michaels, Firestorm by Nevada Barr, Ill Wind by Nevada Barr, Public Secrets by Nora Roberts. Videos — The Blues Brothers, National Lam­ poon’s Animal House, Jerry Maguire, Now and Then, Easy Riger, The Journey Begins, Home Furnishings, Collectible Treasurers, The Miracle of Life, MD: The Making of a Doctor, Roller Coaster. Christian Fiction The Adversaries by Jack Cavanaugh, The Pioneers by Jack Cavanaugh, The Allies by Jack Cavanaugh, Secret Place ofThunder by Lynn and Gilbert Morris, McCannon’s Country by Janie Miller, Soaring Eagle by Stpehanie Whitson, The Temptation of Aaron Campbell by Lisa Sam­ son, Where the Fire Bums by Anne de Graaf, Toward the Sunrising by Lynn and Gilbert Morris. Audio — A Certain Justice by John Lescroat, The Angel Maker by Ridley Pearson, Mercy by David Linsey, The Day Before Midnight by Stephen Hunter. Junior — The Scary Stories Treasury by Alvi Schwartz, Disney’s Toy Story, Disney’s Hercules, An Introduction to Puppets and Puppet Making by David Currell, Start a Craft, Card Tricks by Eve Devereux, On My Honor by Marion Bauer. MSU Cattle Feeders’ clinic set next week Theoretically, according to the upturn in the market, cat­ tle feeders should be able to improve their profit prospects in the coming year, or will they? Michigan State University Extension agricultural economists and animal scien­ tists will focus on that ques­ tion in three regional meetings for cattle producers to be held this month. Each of the three sessions will outline expected feed prices for the coming year and make suggestions for animal feeding strategies according to the producer’s market. There will also be discus­ sion on break-even budgeting, the prospects for developing a niche market and a look at the trend in feeder cattle prices. The workshop dates, loca­ tions, cost and contact person for more information are as follows: • Aug. 25, Four Seasons Restaurant, Ti-Khi Truck Stop, Battle Creek, 6-10 p.m. Registration is $10. Contact Maury Kaercher, Kalamazoo County MSU - Extension at (616) 383-8830. • Aug. 26, Ithaca Com­ munity Center, Ithaca, 6:30-10 p.m. Registration is $5. Contact Kevin Gould, Ionia County, MSU Extension at (616) 527-5357. • Aug. 27, Huron County Fairgrounds Exposition Center, 5:30-10 p.m. Registration is $12. Contact Brian Bertelsen, Sanilac County MSU Extension at (810) 648-2515. Pre­ registration is requested to assist in planning for meal and educational materials. Engagements Hago - Gifford to wed Mr. and Mrs. David Hagon of Nashville, announce the engagement of their daughter Deanna Irene of Haslett, to Daniel Craig Gifford of Haslett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Craig Gifford of Westerville, Ohio. The bride-to-be graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1989 and received a bachelor’s degree in accoun­ ting from Michigan State University in 1993. She is currently pursuing a second degree at Central Michigan University in business education. Her fiance graduated from Westerville North High School in 1984 and received a bachelor’s degree in accoun­ ting from Ottenbein College in 1988. He is a senior manager with KPMG Peat Marwick LLP in East Lansing. An October 18th wedding is being planned. Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned Wednesday, Aug. 20 Pork patty w/mushroom gravy, baked potato, Oriental blend, bread, margarine, dessert. Thursday, Aug. 21 Ribbettes, O’Brien potatoes, coleslaw, com muf­ fin, margarine, cookie. Friday, Aug. 22 Chicken cacciatore over pasta, peas, diced carrots, bread, margarine, fruit cocktail. Monday, Aug. 25 Salisbury Steak,- mashed potatoes, Italian green beans, bread, margarine, dessert. Tuesday, Aug. 26 Chicken Tahitian, red potato, peas, bread, margarine, pineapple. Events Wednesday, Aug. 20 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, MMAP, Kathy, blood pressure day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Aug. 21 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Aug. 22 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, Legal Aid, lfr-12. Monday, Aug. 25 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Aug. 26 — Kathy MMAP, Lincoln Meadows; puzzle day. Help Wanted Real Estate CLAY’S DINNER BELL is STATE FOREST Kalkaska. taking applications for morning Beautiful hardwoods dishwasher. Apply at 113 N. surrounded by 1000’s ofacres of Main in Nashville during busi­ state forest, perfect for cabin or camping close to snowmobile ness hours trails and Manistee River. Year HAIR STYLIST/NAIL TECHS. Clients are waiting, round access oft County Rd. 3-10 acre parcels starting at Rhea’s Cosmopolitan, Lake Odessa. 517-821-8548, $13,900. Easy land contract terms. Call Great Lakes Land 616-374-0202 Company 616-258-8067. Alternative Education Applications for Fall 1997 Are now being accepted Contact: Maple Valley Community Education 517-851-114$ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 7 Vermontville family hosts student from Finland to the area U ■M ■ * O MjHH ■i 4 Wtf.liii^ i koi n» A On August 2 nineteen young people representing the countries of Finland, Japan, Turkey and the Philippines attended the Lion's Youth Exchange picnic in St. Johns along with their host families. Vermontville Lion Bill Mason organized the picnic for all of the famileis who participated in the youth exchange program. Finland exchange students Heidi Halonen, Sinikka Vaatainen and Elilga Lemmetyinen spent six weeks in Vermontville this summer. Pictured with them is Bill Masonof the Vermontville Lions. By Marcia Grant Vermontville Twp. Clerk She bought many souvenirs while here, spending much more money than she thought she would and was excited about seeing her friends at home, even though she will have only one week before her school will start on Aug. 11 and her summer will be over. This is the first time the Grants have been host family through the Lions Club of Michigan and would recom­ mend it to anyone interested. They had lots of fun with Heidi, a wonderful experience for the first time. “She was lots of fun,” says Marcia. “She had a great sense of Heidi Halonen stayed six weeks with Don and Marcia Grant this summer. She is 16 years old and lives in Lieksa, Finland. She has twin sisters at home who are 12 years old, so she fit right in with the Grant family that includes Hillary, 13, and Nicholas, 10. Heidi said the nine hour plane ride from Helsinki to New York, which she did not enjoy, was very long but worth it to be able to come to America. She has found people, even strangers, to be really friend­ ly. It has been interesting to see the Amish people around Vermontville. The weather is hotter here than in Finland. Their average temperature in the summer is around 64 degrees. But it has been nice to have a hot sum­ mer and experience an American sunburn! Food was not much dif­ ferent in America than in Finland. Americans eat out at restaurants and McDonald’s more than in Finland but the cost could be the reason. A Big Mac in Finland costs over $3 and are not readily available. Even though her town has a population of 17,000 people, a “small town,” it does not host a McDonald’s! She did have com on the cob for the first time while visiting the Bill Mason family. Although she has done many things with her host family, the highlights of her trip were the Silver Lake Sand Dunes and dune ride, a trip around the Upper Peninsula and going into Canada. Heidi attended a White Caps ball |EI'3jiffi»W Itutihl Ufnit BI d*’-®® n» ®141X11 ■!»•* — ridkck* nm^cafti ’ *®“£ '.' C X3 k I* 0*60* M-:ii atttGa*' 33 33 Don and Marcia Grant from Vermontville had an “extra daughter" this summer. Posing with them and children Hillary and Nicholas is Heidi Halonen from Finland. & Kelly Bonney! Nanna & Grandpa Granger and Grandma & Papa Hoefler are proud to announce the birth ofour grandson: & Samuel J. Bonney Bom Aug. 5, 1997 9 lbs. 1 oz., 211/4” game in Grand Rapids, which was bigger than at home with more going on between the in­ nings such as the Dizzy Bat Game. She was looking forward to going home and being able to predict the future on her favorite TV programs such as the Simpsons. Mr. Bums has not even been shot on Finnish TV! She figures TV must be about one year behind USA programming. - Heidi found it fun to see how Americans spent In­ dependence Day. In Finland they have fire works, but use them on New Year’s Eve. humor and was not shy about joining right in anything we were doing. She was always appreciative and got along goal with both of the kids, especially Nicholas which was a challenge sometimes! We will definitely consider it again next year.” NOTICE The Village of Nashville will pick-up brush and grass clippings on August 28, 29 & September 2. All1 brush must be by the curb. _______ Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 8 Local couple in love with unusual felines strange version of the feline just another exotic animal, species will appear - one with they are as Carylen says, "Very close to human". no hair! Her little four-legged friends As it turns out, these hair­ less cats or Sphynx are not usually have run of the house and love laps. Each has a unique personality, and all are the result of a trip that she and husband Gene took a few years ago. "We had been transporting ostriches for someone else across the United States and became acquainted with the exotic pet market," said Carylen. "We started out with African Hedgehogs and then sugar gliders, but there is no pet that compares to these cats." Spanky and Bonnie accom­ panied the couple home from that trip and soon became more than just pets, they were part of the family. "We had never even had a house cat before," explained Carylen. "But Sphynx's are easy to get attached to, they are so loving." If not acquainted with such a creature, one might wonder ifthey are easy to take care of. After all, with any old cat, a clean litter box and some kitty chow is all that is necessary, and with some the bam is home. These, however, are much different. First of all, living or eten venturing outdoors is almost unheard of with these kitties. Because they have no hair, Though this looks like just a cute kitten, it is really a they are more susceptible to munchkin, a breed that is known for very very short the weather. legs. This little guy doesn't yet have a name, he will "Most cats like to sun receive on when adopted by a loving family. by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer When visiting Carylen Spi­ ders house if someone call’s 'here kitty, kitty,' a rather themselves on a warm after­ noon," said Gene, "These guys would get a sunburn!" They are also susceptible to predators, because unlike ordi­ nary cats who have been around this area for genera­ tions, there is no natural in­ stinct for some of the dangers outside. Carylen is also quite protec­ tive of her Sphynx because most are part of the family. She is there when every litter is ready to push their way into the world and often can be found sitting up at night with a cat in labor or with a sick kitten. "Our Bonnie had her first litter right on CaryTen's lap," said Gene. "And she wouldn't have it any other way!" According to Gene, the Sphynx's origin is somewhat of a mystery. "A lady by the name of Carol Richards from Texas first came in contact with a Sphynx while visiting in. England," explained Gene. "It turns out that they are a natu­ ral mutation." Soon Richard got together with an expert in genetics and worked out a way to expand the gene pool, and the result was a litter of some cats with hair and others without. It took several attempts to "per­ fect the pool" and the result is just a handful of breeders around the United States. Gene and Carylen were lucky enough to become acquainted with the "right people at the right time" and soon found themselves in the Sphynx business. Because they are a rare commodity, there is no such thing as a "bam or household" sphynx. "All are registered." Each at the Spidel house also has quite an ingenious name, usually after a movie star or someone famous. Adoptive parents must prove them­ selves worthy before any of these kitties leave for a new home. "We interview perspective purchasers," explained Gene. "They all.mu$t understand the commitment to taking care of these babies and be willing to "Bonnie" is one of Carylen's favorite pets and she like the other "kitty's" at the Spidel house are hairless. They are known as sphynx's and are not only an unusual pet but are in Carylen's words, "Very close to human." sign a contract before taking them home." In that contract the kitty's new parent must agree to keep the new pet indoors and have them spayed or neutered. "After selling one of the Sphynx's, the hew owner is given a certificate that their vet signs and returns to us," explained Gene. "Once returned, registration can take place." With those registration papers comes a pedigree. And prices? They start at about $1,000. What some perspective buyers might find interesting at the Spidel household are also Cats with hair, but these too are just a little different from those usually seen in pet shops. They're called munchkins, named after those "famous short people" on the Wizard of Oz, and they look just like any other cat - when they're lying down. Once up and mobile, some say they look like a cross be­ tween a kitten and a ferret, with short little legs that barely clear the ground. Munchkins, too, are a mutation, and originated with an alley cat! "They're the called dachshund of the cat world," joked Gene, and it all began with a stray cat that was found just wandering the neighbor­ hood. According to his story, the first such creature was found under a car and then taken home by a well meaning lady who fed and bathed the kitty but let her run the neighborhood. "She began having litters of kittens and about half of each See Felines, P. 10 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available Carylen's grandson Aaron loves to help out with the unique pets and when not helping with chores can often be found playing with his four legged friends. (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. August 19, 1997 — Page 9 • 4 Burd family member has survived the ‘almost impossible’ by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Little Arden Dragos Burd probably won’t remember the first three years of his life when he gets a little older, and maybe it’s just as well. This little boy now has a loving family in Nashville, but until recently was tucked away, and left to die in the basement of an orphanage in Moldovia, Rumania. His story is nothing short of heartwarming. Bom prema­ turely at just 3 pounds and out of wedlock in a third world country, Arden was labeled as "retarded" and "an imbecile." His chances for success or even survival were minimal. However, following a short trip to the United States for medical treatment, his story was televised two yeas ago, and he immediately won the hearts ofTim and Keri Burd of Nashville. "It all started when his pic­ ture was on the news," re­ membered Keri. "We knew that this would be our little boy!" After the newscast, they made "the telephone call that changed their lives and his forever" and soon were on their way to meet their future son who at the time was just two. "Somebody was missing from our family," recalled Keri. "And when God opened the door he opened it wide. We just knew that this was our child!" Dragos was soon on a plane County Board of Commis­ back to the orphanage and sioners. "Then there were the Tim and Keri were trying des­ copy upon copy ofdocuments perately to speed up the adop­ which would end up getting tion process and get him lost somewhere down the home for good. line." All that red tape seemed al­ His life in the orphanage, like that of many other most impossible to overcome, youngsters was pure exis­ but the Burds said people from tence. Research into his situa­ the "Touch OfHope” adoption tion made the wait even more agency helped them to gain difficult for the Burd family control over the situation and because they found that the get the. ball rolling. "They were wonderful," said baby they had grown to love and wanted to bring home was Keri. "They have saved a lot receiving minimal care and ofchildren's lives." The months though seemed had no stimulation. The result was a toddler that could not to drag on, and Keri was at the walk, or even sit up on his end of her rope when she own for long periods of time. found out her son was ill. He had also been misdiag­ "That’s when I called Nick nosed with a multitude of Smith's office and demanded medical problems. more help," she said. "I let "There were just two care­ them know that I was a takers for 40 children his age," mother backed into a comer. said Keri. "He spent 16 hours He was sick and needed to be ofeach day in bed, and his diet here at home." consisted of nothing more Once Congressman Smith than baby cereal." was contacted, he, too, began She added, "It’s so sad there pushing, and soon it was time are millions ofkid's over there for a visit to Rumania. Two who are just thrown away!" visits would be required before Tim and Keri were told that the adoption was final so Tim once they began trying to get packed his bags and spent 30 him back into the United days in Bucharest. States that the process would "You can't imagine the liv­ take about six months. What ing conditions over there," he they describe as their night­ said. "It's awful. The average mare was about to begin. wage there is just $30 a Soon it was one delay after month." another. In Bucharest, Tim had time "It began with fingerprints to bond with his new son, and that got lost in immigration their relationship began to for eight weeks and caused us blossom. Soon it was time to to miss a deadline," said Tim, come home however, and it who serves on the Barry seemed like an eternity before time to go back. The second trip would be the last, and Dragos would come home with his new dad' At the end of that trip, Tim boarded a plane with his new son in his arms and Keri and the girls planned to meet him at the airport. She would fi­ nally be reunited with her child, the one that she hadn't held in over a year! They can laugh about that day now, but at the time noth­ ing went right and Keri won­ dered if she would ever get to the airport. While driving along, red lights began to appear on her dash, and soon she and her sis­ ter found themselves along the side of the road with a blown motor. "I remember the smoke coming from the hood and then discovering that the car Fann Big sisters Kayla and Laci spend hours playing with their new brother and teaching him all kinds, of cute things, though not all are quite what mom and dad had in mind. AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. WANTED TO BUY Small pony saddle and small harness and cart. Also good large dog house. 616-945-4505. Recreation OPEN SUNDAY, AUGUST 24th • 1-4 NASHVILLE - 2 story, 3 bedroom home on corner lot. Majority re-done, featuring new kitchen with oak cabinets, 90+ furnace, windows, flooring, wall coverings, etc. All of this for $58,500, hard to believe? Call MARY JO 517-543-0861 or 517-543-0920. CENTURY 21 CHRISTENSEN AND ASSOCIATES, INC. 1983 HONDA GOLDWING 1100 CC, excellent shape. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0285______________ FOR SALE: 1994 29-1/2’ SHASTA 5th wheel with slideout, $14,500; 1982 Kawasaki KZ 1100, $1,000 both excellent condition, call after 6:00pm 517-852-1604 RECREATION Cheboygan County 10.02. Beautiful Hilly Acres with Oak, Maple, and Beech trees. Short walk to State land. Grassy campsite and drive­ way $17,500 $500 down, $215/mo,ll% land contract Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118 or www.northernlandco.com. Tim and Keri Burd said that they're family is now complete with little Dragos whom they recently adopted from an orphanage in Rumania, (on sofa) daughters Kayla and Laci with mom (Keri) and new brother Dragos. In back are grandparents Virgina and Arden Burd and dad, Tim Burd whom most will recognize as a county commissioner. was on fire," she said. The girls called 911 and then flagged down another motorist who called a wrecker. The wrecker never showed! Finally another car stopped. Keri said that the pair must have looked rather peculiar along side the car which was still smoking holding bunches of balloons which were in­ tended for the airport. It turns out that the man driving the other vehicle was also an adoptive parent and on his way to the airport. The trip home required a rental car. Keri was a bit frazzled and Tim hadn't slept in three days. They had their son, however, and this would be the begin­ ning oftheir new life. That was in June. Now Dragos is a happy toddler, See Burd family, P. 9 LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF LAST DAY OF REGISTRATION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, has called a special election to be held in the school district on Monday, September 22,1997. TAKE NOTICE that the following proposition will be submitted at the special bond election: BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Eight Million Six Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($8,665,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting, furnishing and equipping an Early Childhood Center and developing and improving the site: • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partiallyremodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Jr/Sr High School and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited, and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) THE LAST DAY ON WHICH PERSONS MAY REGISTER IN ORDER TO BE EUGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL ELECTION CALLED TO BE HELD ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1997, IS MONDAY, AUGUST 25, 1997. PERSONS REGISTERING AFTER 5 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING ON MONDAY, AUGUST 25,1997, ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE AT THE SPECIAL BOND ELECTION. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office or your county, city or township clerk's office. Persons planning to register with the respective county, city or township clerks must ascertain the days and hours on which the clerks’ offices are open for registration. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 10 FELINES, continued from Page 8 usual pets, they are really quite well known around the world by means of the Internet. There, perspective breeders, purchasers, or those just inter­ ested in facts can use the Internet and obtain everything they they need need or or want want to to know know about most felines. Their team work is what this couple said makes their "business” successful. Carylen takes care of the animals raised for sale, including daily chores, vacci-nations and working with the local vet to assure that each is in excellent health. "Our friend Dr. Seidl is here quite often," she said. "He has grown to love them as much as we do." Gene takes care ofthe adver­ tising and with the use of his computer creates little stories about his pets that have attracted buyers from all over the world. Perspective buyers can contact the couple by dialing the phone or their fax number att (517) 852-1872, or if on the net - http://www. fanciers, com/breed list. (This is notthe couple's own page, but they are listed under the head­ ings of Sphynx and Munchkins. They will soon have their own page and it will be linked with site.) litter would be the short legged version," he said. "They became quite the nov­ elty in her neighborhood and she began giving them away. Soon a geneticist at Tuffs University started experiment­ ing with genes and it took several generations before lit­ ters were all of the short-, legged variety. Gene and Carylen's first was Mr. LeBeax, . There have since been many others in­ cluding favorite "Arnold Schwarzenegger" who has since passed away, but his son "Rerun" is still part of the family. Every munchkin at the Spidel residence is a direct descendant of that original fe­ male found under the car. There are still very few munchkins available, but Gene and Carylen do have a few for sale, or if preferred, some available for stud ser­ vice. Though many around Barry County may not be familiar with this family or their un- /*" Looking for a > PRINTER? Call... 945-9554J NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Rebecca Newland of 718 Kellogg St., Nashville, is requesting a Public Hearing for a variance to place a 4 foot chain-link fence closer than 15 feet from a road and front lot line. If you have concerns and/or comments regarding this matter, please be sure to attend at the Village Hall on Aug. 21, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. Nashville ZBA Trojans win golf opener; Leatherman is medalist For the first time in the six years of the Barry County Invitational, Middleville Coach Bernie Weller and his veteran golf team can lay claim to being the best in the area. Or at least the Trojans are the best to start the season. With a sharp score of 313 Middleville edged out runner­ up and rival Caledonia (318) by five shots to win the Barry County event held at the Mullenhurst Golf Course. Gull Lake, a two-time winner, finished third with 319, Delton scored a 330 on its home course for fourth, Lakewood was fifth with a 334, Wayland wound up sixth with a 340, Hastings, also a two-time winner, took seventh with a 343, Pennfield placed eighth with a 348 and Maple Valley finished ninth at 398. Delton's fourth place finish was its best ever, according to Coach Kent Enyart. The second place Scots dot only came within five shots of winning its second Barry County title, but they also had the hottest golfer — Scott Leatherman. Leatherman carded a 72 to win medalist honors by two strokes over Middleville's Adam Seifert (74). The event's Top 10 also included Middleville's Josh Sturm (76), Gull Lake's Jason James (77), Gull Lake's K.C. Scott (78), Hastings' Steve Obreiter (78), Wayland's Zeke Fletcher (79), Delton's Mike Kammeraad (79), Caledonia's Rick Leatherman (80), Lakewood's Matt Darby (80) and Gull Lake's Jason Dobnicka (80). Kammeraad was not the only Panther golfer to hit a few good shots. Kyle Kwasny registered an ace on his very first hole, No. 4, using a wedge on his feat. Area scores from the Barry County Invitational are listed below: Caledonia: Scott Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU u&t fO fyeau 'putattce, IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Coach Mike Booher gives his golf team a little bit of a pep talk following last Thursday's Barry County Invitational. Leatherman 35-37=72; Troy Leatherman 42-43=85; Rick Leatherman 40-40=80; Eric Masse 39-42=81; Matt Dodge 45-42-87; Matt Colburn 4345=88. Hastings: Steve Obreiter 39-39=78; Don Smith 4244=86; Adam Gee 44-45=89; Joe Edger 46-56=102; Ken Rose 46-44=90. Lakewood: Matt Darby 39-41=80; Luke Barnett 3943=82; Jeremy Frost 4145=86; Eric Garglinger 4442=86; Brock Elliott 4148=89. Delton: Mike Kammeraad 39-40=79; Kyle Kwasny 3844=82; Brian Lillibridge 4151=92; Scott Hovanec 4043=83; Eric Babcock 4743=90; Jeremy Emsberger 4442=86. Middleville: Josh Sturm 37-39=76; Adam Seifert 3638=74; Alex Middleton 4357=100; Matt Pullen 3942=81; Ryan Lenartz 4240=82; Taylor Pierce 4641=87. Maple Valley: Andy Thompson 53-50=103; Pat Chaffee 68-49=68-49=117; Chris Lentz 50-47=97; Mike Meade 53-49=109; Joe Ellistor 52-48=100. miummiawiHMjmiuiuMi PIANO LESSONS Experienced Teacher, Jill Vanderhoef 517-726-0251 wiffliifflfflfflmimmmimffli H.V.A.C. Service Tech./Installer/Installer Leadmen: Attention experienced residential H.V.A.C. personnel. Are you ready to advance into the commercial and industrial market? Become involved in all phases of commercial and industrial systems, including state of the art controls, restaurants and supermarket refrigeration. 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Durkee (M-66) Nashville, MI. 517-852-2490_________ VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Servi 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David $ 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174fT �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 19, 1997 — Page 11 BURD FAMILY, playing with his older sisters. "The transformation was amazing," said Keri. "When we got him home he still couldn't walk, though now four, and made very little noise. He hadn't attempted to say any words." Now he runs, loves to go outside to play (his first op­ portunity ever) and has learned to say daddy, whom he adores. "He loves his daddy," said Keri. "That’s probably because Tim is the one who he re­ members rescuing him." Dragos also loves big trucks and to "go out to eat." He has also been declared pretty healthy by his pediatri­ cian. He does have a small hole in his heart, but it is be­ lieved that within a short pe­ riod of time he will progress to a normal stage of develop­ ment for his age. "Since arriv­ ing in Nashville, he has grown 1 1/2 inches and gained three pounds. Just two weeks ago, Dra­ gos, now formally named Ar­ den after his grandfather, was dedicated at Nashville Baptist Church. During the ceremony, Pastor Lester DeGroot told his continued from Page 9 We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Little Arden Dragos Burd arrived home in Nashville just a few weeks ago and is getting acquainted with "Grandpa Arden". Those who have met the little boy from Rumania immediately fall in love with him. . congregation that the name Dragos means "Adventure­ some". "How appropriate," said his parents. "He has already been through quite an adventure and survived almost the impossi­ ble." Vermontville Women’s Club meetings set According to the Burds, Dragos loves everything about his new home, but most of all he loves playing outdoors. Life in the orphanage was nothing more than a crib and an occasional meal, he had never had a sand box or swing until he arrived in Nashville recently. 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The club meets monthly September through May on the first Monday ofthe month (except holidays) at the Ver­ montville library or members’ homes. Monthly progrms might be in the areas ofeduca­ tion, public affairs, communi­ ty improvement, home life, art or international affairs. The Woman’s Club has been in Vermontville for more .than 50 years and has been in­ volved in many projects. Re­ cent efforts include coordina­ tion of the Christmas Basket project; coordination of the arts and crafts shows at the Maple Syrup Festival; spon­ sor of die summer reading program; host of the Senior Girls’ Tea (with the Nashville Literary Club); sponsor ofthe HOBY Scholarship and assistance with the Lion’s Club fall Health Fair. All women ofthe communi­ ty are invited to join. Call one of the officers if interested in learning more about the Ver­ montville Women’s Club. 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(CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENT WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE! Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �Maple Valley Lions prepare for new sports season Practices began last Monday for Maple Valley High School fall athletes. On top, runningbacks on the football go through early season drills, while a Lions' hoopster works on posting up with the help of Coach Jerry Reese. Previews for all the Maple Valley fall sports teams will be in next week's edition of the Maple Valley News. COMBINE CLINIC ► ► Learn the latest on adjustment and operation of John Deere Combines. See how you can stretch capacity, reduce grain loss, and improve grain quality. 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Now he's happy and healthy again, thanks to a special diet, one that's publicized very little, but it has proven to be a miracle worker for many children with similar conditions. His alarming story began without any warning. He had always been healthy, accord­ ing to parents Alan and Trudy, and aside from the normal bumps and scrapes that all little boys encounter had never had any problems. But one morning last September that all changed. His parents soon found that he had a form of epilepsy, a condition that is somewhat of a short circuit in one's brain. "I remember that day vividly," recalled Trudy. "He had went to spend the night at Grandma's house and she found him on the floor in the It is truly a miracle, the answer u to our prayers, and we want to share it with others. There may be a family right here in Barry County who is experiencing the same nightmare we did and isn’t aware of this option. — Trudy Mater Accident sends five to area hospital An accident at the intersection of Mt. Hope and Mulliken Highway last Wednesday left five area residents in the hospital, two in critical condition. According to a report re­ leased by the Eaton County Sheriffs Department, Tony Green of Lansing was headed east on Mt. Hope and failed to stop at the intersection, striking a second vehicle driven by Randy Senko of Grand Ledge. bathroom having seizures." His grandmother became frantic, called his mother and father and within minutes he was rushed to the emergency room at Pennock Hospital, where doctors could find noth­ iing wrong. "They performed a cat scan and then sent him home," said Trudy. "After returning home he had another seizure, and away we went back to the hospital." The second time he was kept overnight for observa­ tion, but doctors couldn't pin- Green's passengers included ported to St. Lawrence Hospi­ 19-year-old Samantha Leonard tal in Lansing, where she is and her infant daughter, Misty listed in stable condition. Leonard, of Nashville, and Tony Green also was taken Susan Butcher of Ver- to Sparrow, but has since montville. been released, and though offi­ Both Samantha and her cials at the hospital confirm daughter were listed in critical that Senko is a patient there, condition at Sparrow Hospital they have refused to comment in Lansing at the time of on his condition. Press. Samantha in the nero The accident remains under care unit and Misty in pedi- investigation. atric intensive care. Susan Butcher was trans- Art Music by Cindy J Smith Kitchen Staff Writer Voters in the Maple Valley district will decide what will be done or not done to school buildings in a special bond election Sept. 22. Some residents believe that there are still many un-an­ swered questions, so an in­ formational meeting, spearheaded by new Superintendent Clark Volz and the Pro-Bond Committee, was held last Thursday. Its purpose was to provide those present with some answers and it sparked what Volz e described as Maplewood School Add six new classrooms Convert existing gym to music and art classrooms Add a multipurpose room with storage areas Add a prep kitchen with serving area Construct a south corridor Miscellaneous code conformance items, including fire and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, and site work associated with the building additions Alan Mater "Medications were added, increased and decreased," said Trudy. "Nothing was work­ ing. The seizures were becom­ ing worse." At that point, he began hav­ ing many more and various See Local youth, Page 2 Maple Valley school bond issue explained by superintendent STOC. • • • • • • point any problems. They sent him home again and sug­ gested that he be scheduled for an electrocardiogram (EEG). Soon the couple found themselves in the office of a pediatric neurologist who ex­ plained that two "very small" spots were found that could be considered epileptic, but he too was somewhat puzzled. The next few months seemed like years to his fam­ ily. Different medications were tried in various amounts and test after test was adminis­ tered. Remodel Seminary St. , Maple Valley Junior & Senior High Add four new classrooms Remodel two science classrooms/labs Add a new science lab Add one new special education classroom Add a new auxiliary gymnasium with support space Miscellaneous code conformance items, including fire and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, improved site utilities, and site work associated with the building additions • • • • • • Existing Parking healthy debate over commu­ nity growth and school development. Volz also said it was a chance to "cement" a relationship of trust between the school system and the com­ munity. "What we are about to do is good for kids, first and fore­ most," he said, "but it's also good for education as a whole and good for the community.." He added that he would never sell the district some­ thing that wasn't necessary. Volz began his speech by letting those present know where their dollars would go. This proposal which will gen­ erate over $8 million will cost voters six mills for a maxi­ mum of 30 years. Voters just finished paying for a three-mill enhancement levy that generated funds to buy new computer equipment, new band uniforms and build the track facility at the high school. The 1997 winter tax bills wwill reflect this change. The mortgage for the track and new computers have been See Bond issue, Page 4 These drawings to reflect the proposed Maple Valley renovations and additions are conceptual drawings only. Each in intended to identify general project parameters and scope. Following a successful bond referendum, local building committees will be formed to finalize project scope and finalize drawings. In This Issue • Local Art in the Park program offers community service • Two kids still hospitalized after 3-car traffic accident • Nashville area Lions Club to begin fall activities • Maple Valley Fall Sports Preview in this issue New Nashville Highway I �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday. August 26, 1997 — Poge 2 LOCAL YOUTH RECOVERING, continued from frontpage types of* seizures including grand mi, i, bottiplex partial seizures, ami dit>p seizures. And, as if ihsngS'fiadn't got­ ten bad enough, in January his life went into a tailspin, ac­ cording to his parents. After a night in the emergency room to increase his medication once again, he woke up the next morning unable to move or communicate. "He couldn't even hold his were no answers. head up," said Trudy. "He At that point his condition couldn't walk and had very was deteriorated to the point slurred speech. I couldn't even where he had to be transferred understand him. He was also to the intensive care unit. He having a seizure every 15 was put in a diaper and could­ n't talk. Doctors told Alan and minutes." More tests and hospital Trudy that they had no an­ stays were in store,.and blood swers. work was sent to specialists "His neurologist told us in Ann Arbor, Detroit and that this may be as good as even Cleveland, but still there thing can get," they said. "We were devastated, no way could this happen." That's when doctors sug­ gested the "Ketogenic Diet. The diet which some con­ sider to be experimental controls brain waves though "Ketosis," a form of fasting. Turns out that a "short cir­ cuit" in the brain (which causes seizures) is sometimes sparked by an overload of sub- stances found in everyone's Epilepsy Diet Treatment," diet. According to Dr. John which has proven to be a Freeman, ketone bodies come valuable asset during their or­ in many chemical forms and deal. are the result of incomplete "Everyone has threshold for burning of fats in one's body. seizures," explained Trudy. By controlling fats, carbohy- "And they told us that they are drates and sugars, brain waves unsure what triggers them, can be settled resulting in but any of us could have one elimination of seizures. The at any time. Some people are Mater family has a copy of Continued next pageFreeman's book, "The The Area’s Most Versatile and Complete Printing Company GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 Don’t Be A Doubting Thomas OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to Midnight Sunday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. i' hometown! LUMBER YARD Only one life — will soon be past nly what's done for Christ will last. —j—j——‘ 219 S. State St. Nashville, Mich. 852-0882 Trowbridge Service ■ LAWN MOWER CENTER ■ 130 S. Main St., Vermontville 726-0569 Auto • Farm • Home Commercial and Life TOBIAS-MASON Insurance Agency 109 North Main, Nashville MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. 852*2005 Dick Tobias When I was in high school, a favorite saying of one of the teachers was, “I’m from Missouri, show me.” It seemed that she would never believe anything unless she actually saw it for herself. The apostle Thomas said that he wouldn’t believe that Jesus rose from the dead unless he could see and probe the wounds that Jesus received when he died on the cross. After he saw Jesus, and felt His wounds, he truly believed and stated, “my Lord and my God.” Jesus told Thomas that he believed because he had seen, and He said, “Blest are those who have not seen and still believe.” The bible tells us that faith is to be certain of the things we cannot see, and that no one can please God without faith, for whoever comes to God must have faith that God exists and he rewards those who seek Him. 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Mornship Worshi ... 11 am. Evening Service............... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service............... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC 8. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............ 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WFC”"'’ CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 am. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......................... 11 P.M. Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Evening Worship ................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship.......... 1 11 am. Church School .............. 10 am. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 am. E.vening Worship .6:00 p.m. .. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service........... 9:30 am. Sunday School.............10:00 10:00 a.m.i a.m.i Fellowship Time 10:30 am.” Adult Class 50 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN (54 ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 am. A.M. Service................ 11:15 am. P.M. Service............................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School............................ 9:45 A.M. Service.............................. 11 P.M. Service................................ 7 Wed. Service............................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................... 9:45 Sunday School................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School..................... 11 am. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School 10 am. Worship ......... 1 am. .After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 am. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST ST. CYRIL CYRIL CATHOL.IC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass..................... 9:30 am. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday Schoo 10 am. Church Service............... 11 am. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, August 26, 1997 — Page 3 YOUTH RECOVERING, continued from Page 2 more prone, their threshold is much lower." She calls the Ketogenic Diet an introduction to a mir­ acle. The diet is high in fat, low in protein, low in carbo carbo-­ hydrates and sugar free. It originated at the John Hopkins University about 70 years ago. Researchers then found a way to create a diet that simulate the metabolism of a fasting state without actually starving the person on the diet. The fasting state is "ketosis." The whole concept in layman's terms is to train the body to bum fat calories rather than carbohydrates and sugars. To begin the diet, Alan was given nothing to eat or drink and monitored closely in the hospital until he reached the ketosis state. In his case, that took about 18 hours. All was done in. the hospital under close supervision. Gradually, foods were added and medications reduced. According to the Mater family, the types of drugs used in controlling seizures cannot be just taken away suddenly from a patient. A weaning process has to oc- cur. "When we came home from that trip to the hospital on Jan. 19, Alan was on five different medications and having seizures every ten minutes," she said. "The seizures slowly decreased in frequency the longer he was on the diet. Today he is seizure free and on no medications!" This diet, like any, can be complicated, but as time has gone on, it has gotten to be just routine. Alan cannot have sugar, there are no trips through the drive-through at McDonald's, and each meal is carefully prepared and then weighed. To start, the Maters re­ moved everything from their refrigerator and shelves that Alan couldn’t have. That would eliminate the temptation to cheat. Since then they have gradually added things that other members of the family really enjoy and he hasn't bothered them. "You might think that he would be hungry and want to snack on things that aren't on the diet," said Trudy. "The fact is that "fat calories" burn much slower than sugar calo- Cecil Barrett to celebrate his 86th birthday Cecil Barrett will celebrate his 86th birthday on Aug. 27. A card shower is being hosted in his honor. Cecil is a lifelong resident of Nashville. 031845 Obituaries Martha (Buckley) Wellman------------- ULE VERMONTVILLE - Martha (Buckley) Wellman, age 76, of Vermontville and formerly of Grand Ledge and Eagle Area passed away Friday, August 15, 1997 at E.W. Sparrow Hospital in Lansing. She was bom June 10,1921 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, the daughter of William and Mildred Worstell (Melbrain). She married Keith Wellman of Sunfield on November 28, 1992. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Marvin Buck­ ley, and a son, Roger Buckley. She is survived by three child­ ren, Richard (Joyce) Buckley, Robert (Ruth) Buckley, and Charlene King; 21 grandchil­ dren; 23 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Funeral Services were held Tuesday, August 19,1997 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church with the Reverend Harris Hoekwater officiating. Interment took place at North Eagle Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunfield United Methodist Church or the family in Memory of Martha Wellman. Arrangements were made by the Rosier Funeral Home Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. ries so he really isn't hungry. He can have four meals a day on this diet" His mother has a "recipe" book full of ideas, and weekly menu planner. Most of the foods contained on the diet are bought right at the local gro­ cery, others are easily ordered, and she has found other sources for sharing informa­ tion. "The Internet is a wonderful source," she said. "We have access to all kinds of ideas for special treats like birthday cakes, and have contacted other families who have gone through similar experiences." She added that through the Internet and a newsletter that appears once a month, they have become friends with other families of epileptic children who have found the diet to be successful in con­ trolling seizures. She also said that though it sounds complicated, the diet does not limit their ability to do normal activities. They go camping, and this year, like every other, spent a week camping at the Barry County Fair, where the couple serve as sheep bam superintendents. "Of course Alan couldn't have fair food, but we just took his stuff along and he did fine," she said. She calls the diet "Alan's miracle" and said that it truly gave them their son back. "It is truly a miracle, the answer to our prayers, and we want to share it with others," she said. "There may be a family right here in Barry County who is experiencing the same nightmare we did and isn't aware of this option." Trudy said there is a lot of information for those in need, such as through "The Charlie Foundation for the Cure of Pediatric Epilepsy." That or­ ganization, started by the par­ ents of a child who recently died ofneurological problems, recently televised their story, "First Do No Harm." Those who wish for a copy of that tape or more information about their situation can write to 501 10th St.t, Santa Monica, Calif., 90402. There are other pitfalls for children like Alan. Items used every day for personal hygiene can also contain sugars that, once absorbed into their bloodstream, can trigger an imbalance and cause a seizure. Trudy said that she has be­ come much more aware of la­ bels for products like tooth­ paste, lotion and soap. Even suntan lotion can be harmful. "There are some types of lo­ tions that contain sugars and when absorbed can be big trouble for these kids," she said. "Toothpaste is another item that many times contains a lot of sugar. But there are some that don't." The Maters said they would like to share their story with other parents who may be faced with the regiment of tests and drugs. They hope to spare another child the pain and uncertainly that they faced over the past several months. They can be contacted by tele­ phone at 852-2030 or by mail at 10360 E. State Road in Nashville. "We are very thankful that we found the Ketogenic Diet when we did,'* said Trudy. "We would like to help some­ one else with hard to control seizures find some reprieve with the help of this diet and through Alan's story." HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. 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Can add more land. 90% leased. Good N.O.I. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENT WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE! 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 26, 1997 — Page 4 BOND ISSUE, from front— paid in full and that three mills will no longer appear on tax bills. If the bond proposal passes next month, a six-mill levy will appear beginning in December to pay for school additions and renovations. This proposal also is going to cost taxpayers a little more than what they voted on last spring, even though there are no provisions for "extras." That's because of something called "prevailing wage" A recent Supreme Court de­ cision, according to the Michigan Association of School Administrators, was worded as follows: "The PWA provides that the wages and fringe benefits paid by contractors on state con­ struction projects, including those of school districts, shall not be less than the wages and fringe benefits prevailing in the locality in which the work is to be performed." To put it simply, construc­ tion costs now will be more. Another big question is about where the money be used. Is all going for build­ ings or is some intended for salaries? The answer is that none of the money will be used for anything other than what is specified in the bond proposal, according to Volz. The law prohibits bond money from being used for things such as teachers and books. "This proposal has to be approved and will be moni­ tored by the state,” Volz said. "It has to fit within their pa­ rameters." He added that there were re­ strictions on planned growth and that the state would not allow any district to build more than what could be used at the present time. What about the football field? Would any of this money be used for completing that sports complex? Again, no. "This board has no inten­ tion of deception," said Volz. "What we are proposing is to be used entirely for educa­ tion." More specifically, an Early Childhood Center would be constructed at the Fuller site to replace the 10 portable classrooms that now exist. That center would include one developmental kindergarten classroom, the kindergarten rooms, three first grade rooms, one special education classroom, one teacher prep room and offices. There also would be reno­ vations to the existing school there, including an addition to the all-purpose room and playground improvements. At the Maplewood site, six new classrooms would be constructed, the existing gym would be turned into music and art areas and a new multipurpose room with storage areas would be added to the building. There also would be a prep kitchen and the area on the south side of the building where students exit to the out­ side to go to the office and the rest room will be enclosed. The extra classroom space created there will help to house the fourth-graders, who previously have been placed in the Kellogg Elementary B uilding. That decision, according to Volz, is unpopular with some, but there are some cost savings. Once that move has taken place, the alternative education classes can be located in the Kellogg school, eliminating CASH FORHOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS UNDERSTOOD 0) FREE APPLICATION < 0 1 CO < BY PHONE. $10,000 — $ 88/mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707/mo 0 (0 < 0 CAPITAL SEEKERS, INC. J* CALL 1-800-669-8957 TODAY1 APR 8.75% @240 mo (OAC) <* New Early Childhood Center • • • • • • • One developmental kindergarten classroom Three kindergarten classrooms Three 1st grade classrooms One special education classroom One special projects room Teacher prep room and offices Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, improved playground, and site work * associated with the new building North rent on yet another building. There would also be administrative savings (elimination of one building principal). Some are against any per­ manent buildings for the alternative education program. "Its just too soon," said former Building and Grounds Superintendent Gerald Aldrich. "Last year we had a big enrollment in alternative education, but that may not remain true." Former School Board President Ron Tobias said he is concerned primarily about recent cuts in programs. Once in place, will there be enough money to continue to fund that program? "Where will the dollars to operate come from,” he asked. "There were just cuts affecting kitchen help and teachers aides, with all of those losses how will you operate the adult ed center?" Volz said the alternative ed­ ucation program actually makes money for the district. Each ofthe students is consid­ ered during "count." He said that he is also an advocate of the alternative ed­ ucation program. "Not everyone fits into our general school population," he said. "Those kids also are im­ portant. That’s probably the most committed graduation Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. hen you buy your life insurance from us through Auto­ Owners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent Anto- you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people - and the things they own. Extended Parking ceremonies that you've ever seen." There are no planned reno­ vations to the Kellogg build­ ing, primarily because of costs, according to Volz and to Amy Laverty, a volunteer with the pro-bond committee. She said that once renovations began, current codes would have to be met, which would mean an elevator and handi­ capped accessible rest rooms. "That's a beautiful build­ ing," she said. "But with a multiple-story building there are complicated problems once you begin renovations." She added, "The state will require an elevator and doors there now are not accessible to children in wheelchairs. Ev­ erything would have to be made barrier free." Laverty also said that re­ moving asbestos from the building would be costly. Does that mean that the building is unsafe? School officials again said no. State mandates just require Existing Parking This board has no intention of deception. What we are proposing is to be used entirely for JJ education. — Superintendent Clark Volz Another concern for voters Valley. School enrollments is more specific costs. What have not increased a great deal. will each portion of the pro- Are more rooms really necesject cost, and where are de- sary? Volz said that the voters* tailed plans? Unfortunately, that would decision to improve Maple be putting the cart before the Valley buildings could very horse, according to pro bond well affect growth in the community. volunteer JeffMurphy. "People considering a move "We don't have detailed plans because it would cost us here will see nice school $100,000 in fees to do them," buildings once this is done," he said. "My guess is that he said. they will say this is good for If the district were to pay my kids." engineers for specific plans, He added, "The kids is because that isn't part of the enough reason to vote yes on proposal, money to pay for this project, but this is much them would come out of gen- bigger than kids. This could eral budget. These are dollars spgirgael into resides.ntial or even that could be better spent for industrial growth." education, Murphy said. His comments didn't end What about operating costs? ther. He told people at the At least one citizen said he meeting that there is really no is concerned about whether the one issue as to why the dis­ district can afford the build­ trict needs these renovations, ings once erected. there are many. "Are operating costs built There's no one reason why in?" he asked. "We can't hope, this has to happen but many," we have to know!" he said. Gone is window apOperating costs cannot be peal, do we want to attract part of the bond proposal, but others into the district? Anby removing portable class-other is the ability to have rooms, there will be savings teachers and kids receive the generated. statement each and every day Another concern raised was that this school is committed the lack of growth in Maple to me." that it be brought up to code if any renovations are done. In the meantime, the district will continue to use the space in that building. Plans for the junior-senior high school include what some are referring to as a ju­ nior high wing. The plans in­ clude four new classrooms, a science lab, and a new auxil­ iary gymnasium for the junior high students. There also are renovations planned for the existing building, including remodeling the two existing science labs and adding a new special education room. According to school offi­ c*JULfiJL*JLBJULJUlJULJUUUULJULUUUUL8JUUUUULaJUUUUUL^ cials, Maple Valley graduates are at a disadvantage when go­ ing off to college because the labs in the high school are now nonfunctional. There will also be renova­ tions to meet current require­ ments of the Americans with Disabilities Act. There are also what some may consider hidden costs in­ - REGISTRATION FORMS AVAILABLE volved in the project. One is upgrading the septic system to vw» o o ova a a btb~bb a 8 yvrro'BTOTOTTTTTnnrT allow for the addition. Volz said that though the district has made initial con­ tact with the Village of Nashville about a tie-in to If you are interested in having or have 4-H their sewer system, no plans animals, farm animals, exotic animals, dog have been made to finalize kennels on your property or may want to sell such a deal. Further costs your property to someone who may have or analysis and consultations wants these animals — better attend the will occur prior to any deci­ Vermontville Village Council Meeting, sion about whether to extend Thursday, September 4, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. village services or build a la­ goon system to support the — A Concerned Resident additions. Little Friends Playhouse ★ OPEN HOUSE ★ Wednesday, August 27th Noon to 4 pm Thursday, August 28th 4 to 8 pm ATTENTION ^uto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 71mNo Pre6G^n fapfc* Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville Access 517-726-0580 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. August 26, 1997 — Page 5 Local Art in the Park program offers community service Vermontville's Art in the Park summer program is now over and kids are back in school, but those who took part agree that some pretty in­ teresting things went on. Area children would gather at 1 p.m. every Tuesday in the park in the center of town for an hour packed with activities, usually ending up with some form of art project to take home. One session stood out above the rest, however, be­ cause it involved local 4-Hers who turned the event into a Vermontville Public Library summer reading program ends The Readerosaurus summer reading program which ended Aug. 9, had 71 participants. Everyone who completed the program was entered into the grand prize drawing. There were two age groups with a winner drawn from each group. Jeff Rumsey won a book, “The World Almanac for Kids 1998," and Jeremy Whitney won a video, “The Magic School Bus Time ofthe Busasaurus.’’ There were also weekly drawings held for participants and the winners of those were Samantha Mater, Tabitha Williams, Tom Balcom, Sarah Trumble, Jeff Rumsey, Donnie Jensen, Ashleigh Steel and Tim Miller. New Titles Adult fiction: Key Witness by J.F. Freedman, The Presence by John Saul, Skeleton Canyon by J.A. Jance, Unnatural Exposure by Patricia Cornwell, Star Trek Vulcan’s Forge by Joseph Sherman, Stone Angel by Carol O’Connell, Dirt by Stuart Woods, Outcry by Harold Schecter, Doc Holli­ day: The Gunfighter by Matt Braun, WolfMoon by John R. Holt, By Candlelight by Janelle Taylor, Heart of a Knight by Barbara Samuel, Grants to celebrate 50th anniversary Raymond and Esther Grant will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Please join with family and friends on September 5 at Chester Gospel Church — Vermontville Hwy., Charlotte, from 7 to 9 p.m. in commemoration of this outstanding accomplishment. A card, photo or written reflection would be most significant in lieu of a gift. • NOTICE • Due to the restoration of the mau­ soleum, the Lakeview Cemetery Board request that all floral arrangements now in the mausoleum be removed by August 31, 1997. Thank you for your cooperation. Savage Tears by Cassie Ed­ wards, Escape From Roksamur by Mark Shepard, Mainline by Deborah Chris­ tian Saving Grandma by Frank Schaeffer and War of the Three Waters (Watershed Trilogy No. 3) by Douglas Niles. Adult Non-fiction: Sex on the Brain: The Biological Dif­ ferences Between Men and Women by Deborah Blum, Random House French/English Dictionary by Helene Gutman, Mindhunter: Inside the FBI’s Elite Serial Crime Unit by John Douglas, Cracking the SAT & PSAT, 1998 Edition by Adam Robin­ son and What to Do When Your Child Has Trouble at School (Reader’s Digest Parenting Guides) by Karen Levine. Junior Fiction: The Day the Dog Said Cock-a-doodle-do! by David McPhail, Deep Trouble II (Goosebumps No. 58) by R.L. Stine, The Night Squakers (Bone Chillers No. 19) by Betsy Haynes, Your Turn-To Scream (Spinetinglers No. 24) by M.T. Coffin, Abby and the Bad Sport (Baby-sitters Club No. 110) by Ann Martin, The Backward Bird Dog by Bill Wallace, The Berenstain Bears and the Homework Hassle by Stan and Jan Berenstain, Endurance Ride (The Saddle Club by No. 69) by Bonnie Bryant, Karen’s Puppet Show (Baby-sitters Little Sister No. 88) by Ann Martin, The Librarian from the Black Lagoon by Mike Thaler, Sleepover (Let’s Have a Party No. 3) by Laura Williams, Stage Frightened (Pee Wee Scouts No. 32) by Judy Delton, To Catch a Thief (Sweet Valley High No. 133) by Francine Pascal, The Truth about Ryan (Sweet Valley University No. 31) by Fran­ cine Pascal, Diadem No. 1, 2 and 3 by John Peel, The Secret (Animorphs No. 9) by K. Applegate and The Mystery at the Fairgrounds by McHenry. Junior non-fiction: Real Kids, Real Adventures No. 1 by Deborah Morris. Videos: Shiloh, Building, The Mighty Mac (Construc­ tion of the Mackinac Bridge), Jungle 2 Jungle (Disney), Pooh’s Grand Adventure (Disney), Jungle Book (Disney), Arthur’s Baby and Arthur’s Teacher Trouble. Looks like quite a crew! This is a scene from "Art in the Park" with the Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. The group worked with others as part of a community service project two weeks ago. community service project. It turns out that when organizer Mary Fisher began making calls to organize each session, Jerry Mater also of Vermontville, was on her list. "Once contacted, I thought this would make a wonderful project for our 4-Hers," explained Mater who is the club's community service di­ rector. She began rounding up brushes and paint, and then asked a local business for some help. Custom House In­ teriors of Charlotte donated carpet squares in several colors and sizes for the project. "We have done this kind of thing before without Clover Buds (younger 4-H members 4 to 8 years of age) and always had a good time," she said. At that point, she had dis- project soon was moved into cussed the project with club the Methodist Church and the members and had received a kids put their creativity to resounding "yes," so things work. The result was all kinds were under way. of throw rugs to take home. When their Tuesday came Some now hang on bedroom around, so did a rainstorm, but walls; others were gifts to according to Mater and Fisher, mom or are now the new famthat didn't dampen spirits. The ily welcome mat. 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State, Nashville 852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 26, 1997 — Page 6 Visitor from Turkey fits in well with local Mason family seems comfortable in her new Youth Exchange program. There have been guests from surroundings.. StaffWriter This young lady, who is Finland, Japan and the PhilipBill Mason says his latest foreign exchange guest is a here with an "open ticket'" be-pines, but is the first from "real Turkey." That's his kid­ cause of inside connections at Turkey. Upon Burcak's arthe airlines (her mother works rival, the family knew inding around for Turkish. Anyone visiting the Mason there), came here as part ofthe stantly that she would fit right household in Vermontville Lions exchange program, and in, and had a good sense of seems to fit in quite well in humor (a must at their house). these days will find Burcak Vermontville. Soon she became the neigh(pronounced burr-jek) KaraThe Masons have been borhood "turkey” and is asked hasanoglu, but aside from the unusual name, one might not hosts for several visiting stu- daily by her new family if she dents through the years, all feels like a Spartan brand or a guess that she isn't American. She speaks fluent English and through the local Lions Club Butterball. "She's game for anything," said Bill. He and Sharon have planned plenty of adventures for their guest that she will never forget. There have been many "firsts" for Burcak, in­ cluding water skiing, a visit to Greenfield Village, the state capital and several camping trips. There also have been others that folks around here take for granted, or even con­ sider work, like riding the lawnmower and coloring her hair. Her home in Istanbul is an apartment, so yard work was foreign to her. "Her first trip across the yard on the lawnmower was pretty funny," said Bill. She became the life of the party that night, when the neighborhood got together for a bonfire. "It all started with a simple trip with the tractor and trailer for a load of wood for the fire," he said. "I sent several of the girls. They all had a turn, and when we sent Burcak, she managed to load the May no sound so exciting, but simple pleasures (or trailer, but came back empty chores!) like riding the lawnmower are all new to this handed." Turkish guest. She has experienced many “firsts" It turns out that on the trip while here in Michigan. by Cindy J Smith MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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"People here are so friendly," she said. "Everyone waves even though they don't know you!" She also said that the hospi­ tality here is overwhelming. She is impressed at the gen­ erosity of the Masons and others which she has met in her short stay. "You stop over here and are Bill Mason said his little "Turkey" fits right in here in invited to dinner, they would Vermontville. Burcak Karahasanoglu is visiting never do that in England," she through the Lions Youth Exchange program. said. "It is rare to find a coun­ try where people are so States, if possible. She is degree. friendly and willing to do studying economics in in her The idea of an extended stay something for others." native land and hopes to ob­ is just fine with the Masons. Burcak, like past exhange tain a scholarship to return to "She is one of the family," guests, brought some unusual this area to obtain her master's said Bill. "We really don't gifts to the Masons, things want her to go home." that are significant in her country. Among them is a gi­ ant eyeball-like object hang­ VERMONTVILLE HARDWARE NOW STOCKS... ing just inside the Masons' back door, something that in Turkey guarantees keeping the evil away from your family. "'The evil eye from evil and jealously," she explained. "It's CHUNK SJ09 27% SI|T£7 b9ag part of the Islamic religion." STYLE ..20# f bag PROTEIN .. .40# She added that in Turkey, CHUNK AT A69 40#SII I I 9 those believers actually pin a STYLE bag FOO ...... 7# V bag much smaller version of the evil eye to babies' night 27% S IIA VI9bag SIIA V59bag CAT PROTEIN . . .20# FOO 20# clothes shortly after birth. It turns out, that in addition SEE US FOR YOUR PETS NEEDS • OPEN SUNDAYS 11-3 to holding some interesting religious beliefs, Burcak is also a musician, a photo 131 S. Main Street, Vermontville 517-716-Illi model and a professional Doug Durkee - Proprietor dancer. 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Call Nyle today for showing. (N-59) Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) Alternative Education Applications for Fall 1997 Are now being accepted Contact: Haple Valley Community Education A visit to Michigan State University also has sparked an interest in continuing her edu­ cation here in the United 517-851-1145 �The Maple Valley Newt, Nashville. Tuesday, August 26, 1997 — Page 7 Nashville Area Lions to begin fall activities, says president Fall activities are under way for the Nashville Lions, and First Vice President Dave Mace says the season will be a busy one. The local group, which was founded in 1942, takes pride in the community services it provides, including those here at home, and state and na­ tional activities. "One hundred percent ofour money goes to fund projects," said Mace. "We sponsor scholarships and many other activities." They also are looking for some new members. Tthe club holds two meetings each month, one for business and the other is just a social time for the group, Mace said. "That second meeting every month is a dinner meeting. We always have a speaker and a really good time," he said. "It is a great opportunity for anyone new in the community to get to know other mem­ bers." A business meeting starts the calendar next month, scheduled for Monday, Sept. 8 at the Maple Grove Township Hall. The one set for Sept. 15 will be the monthly dinner meeting and, as always, will be held at the Nashville United Methodist Church. The group also takes part in a highway trash pick-up project each fall. This year that project is also in September. The group will meet on the 22nd and work along M-66 south of town, working in the Maple Grove Township Hall area. Mace also said that it is once again calendar time. The group every year sponsors a community calendar in which contributors can add their birthday or anniversary or other special events. Many calendars are still available at the pharmacy for the cost of School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Monday, Sept. 1 Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 2 Wednesday, Aug. 27 Hot dogs, french fries, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, Aug. 28 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, peach slices, trail mix, 1/2 pint milk. Friday, Aug. 29 Chicken sandwich, green beans, applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pint milk. Cheeseburger, baked beans, pears, pretzel rod, 1/2 pint milk. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Hagon - Giftord to wed Mr. and Mrs. David Hagon of Nashville, announce the engagement of their daughter Deanna Irene of Haslett, to Daniel Craig Gifford of Haslett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Craig Gifford of Westerville, Ohio. The bride-to-be graduated from Maple Valley High School in 1989 and received a bachelor’s degree in accoun­ ting from Michigan State University in 1993. She is currently pursuing a second degree at Central Michigan University in business education. Her Hance graduated from Westerville North High School in 1984 and received a bachelor’s degree in accoun­ ting from Ottenbein College in 1988. He is a senior manager with KPMG Peat Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Aug. 27 Hot dogs, french fries, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Aug. 28 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, peach slices, trail mix., 1/2 pint milk. Friday, Aug. 29 Chicken sandwich, green beans, applesauce, birthday cake, 1/2 pint milk. Labor Day Holiday. Tuesday, Sept. 2 Cheeseburger, baked beans, pears, pretzel rod, 1/2 pint milk. Note: Breakfast sold dai­ ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Two area children remain in the pediatric intensive care unit in Lansing's Sparrow Hospital after a three-car acci­ dent outside of Vermontville Sunday, Aug. 17. Listed in serious condition is Lacey Ward of Woodland, and upgraded to fair condition is Kate-Lynn Brighton of Sunfield. According to a report re­ leased by the Eaton County Sheriffs Department, both children were passengers of a vehicle driven by Angela Marie Brighton, who had stopped at the intersection of Ionia and Mt. Hope and then pulled out into the path of a north bound vehicle driven by John Marsh of Vermontville, Marsh struck the Brighton vehicle, which then was pushed into a third vehicle driven by Kurt Schray, also of Vermontville. EMS officials from both Charlotte and Lakewood were called to the scene and they transported five people to Sparrow. Of the five, only the two youngsters remain hospi­ talized. 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Freds room number is 252. Two kids still hospitalized after 3-car traffic accident August 17 Monday, Sept. 1 Engagements $3. Customers of Nelson Brumm also can pick up their orders there, as he is unable to make deliveries this year. Mace invites those who are interested in joining the Nashville Lions to stop by the pharmacy or to give him a call. He hopes to make this year a productive one for the organization. Some may be wondering why Mace is heading up activities this fall. Nashville Lions President, Buys Mineral Ice Suppositories • 12’s Gel • 3.5 oz. Your Choice of Select Sizes Nupercainal* lkx.ua Buttef HEMORRHOIDAL SUPPOSITORIES MG217 Crest Psoriasis Lotion 4 oz. Gum Care • 6.2 oz. 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The meeting was called to order by President Callton at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Ad­ ministrators Arnett, Black, Gonser, Hynes, Potter, Volz and Supervisor Powers. 2. A motion was made by James and supported by Sessions to approve the minutes of the July 14, 1997 organizational meeting as presented. Motion carried 6-0. 3. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to pay the bills in the amount of $113,396.53 from the general fund. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to pay the bill in the amount of $3,774.93 from the enhancement fund. Motion carried 6-0. 4. A motion was made by Dunham and supported by Avery to transfer $80,035.95 for the 7/18/97 payroll and $76,552.45 far the 9/1/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 6-0. 5. Communications: A letter of appreciation was received from Claude Siders who had interviewed for the position of Superintendent of Schools. A letter was received from Charlotte Cowell, head cook at the jr/sr high school, informing the board that she had surgery on August 4th and would be off work for approximate­ ly 12 weeks. She will be using her accumulated sick days. Teachers Tammy Wilde and Clara Arvizu ex­ pressed concern with the reduction of aide hours in the elementary buildings. 6. Supt. Volz gave an update on the award in the Durant Case and possible loss of revenue to local districts resulting from cuts in the state aid bill by Governor Engler. It was reported that all teachers who had been laid off have been called back to work. Supt. Volz reported that authorization of preliminary qualification of the bond issue had been received from the Dept, of Treasury. He also distributed preliminary drawings of the proposed project to be used for infor­ mational purposes. 7. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to add the following items to the agenda under new business: Grace Community Church proposal, goal-setting meeting for the Board, and executive ses­ sion to discuss contract negotiations. Motion carried 6-0. 8. A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to vote for James A. Allen, Sr. of Sturgis, Dacia VanAntwerp Denton of Alpena, and Ronald W. Koppelbergr of Ashley for the at-large positions on the AAASB board of directors. Motion carried 6-0. 9. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to adopt the resolution as presented, naming Clark E. Volz as the authorized coordinator for the Federal Property Assistance Program. Motion carried 6-0. 10. A motion was made by Dunham and supported by James to approve the resolution as presented authorizing the district to borrow $800,000 against an­ ticipated state aid. Motion carried 6-0. 11. A motion was made by James and supported by Dunham to approve the request of Barb Pruden to release her daughter, Nichole Ranshaw to complete her senior year at Charlotte Public Schools. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to approve the request of Helen Mudry to release her son, Jon, to attend Lakewood Public Schools for the 1997-98 school year. Motion carried 6-0. A motion was made by James and supported by Avery to deny the request of Sherry Vierk for release of her daughter, Stephanie, to attend Charlotte Public Schools. Motion carried 5-1, Sessions dissenting. 12. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Sessions to approve the resolution as presented call­ ing the special bond election for September 22, 1997 and setting matters to be voted upon at that election. Motion carried 6-0. 13. 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VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Real Estate COUNTRY HOME on 53 acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2+ car garage, deck, french doors, cathedral ceiling w/fan, fire­ place, washer and dryer, $185,000. Anxious to sell call 517-852-9467,_____________ STATE FOREST Kalkaska. Beautiful hardwoods surrounded by 1000’sofacresof state forest, perfect for cabin or camping close to snowmobile trails and Manistee River. Year round access off County Rd. 3-10 acre parcels starting at $13,900. Easy land contract terms. Call Great Lakes Land Company 616-258-8067. lunch-$1.50, jr/sr high school lunch-$l .75, and milk-30 cents. Motion carried 6-0. 14. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Dunham to charge $1.00 tuition for students who can be counted in membership; tuition for students earn­ ing after the count date would be calculated by daily proration based on the foundation allowance for 1997-98. 15. A motion was made by Dunham and supported by James to adopt the resolution to levy 6 mills on homesteads and 18 mills on non-homestead property for 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 16. Allison Avery, Secretary of the Board of Educa­ tion, appointed Jill Booher to act as Election Ad­ ministrator for all school elections. 17. A motion was made by Avery and supported by Dunham to accept Pat Powers' recommendation and approve the $27,950 bid from Kalamazoo Boiler Company to replace the boiler at the Kellogg Elementary. Motion carried 6-0. 18. A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Avery to approve the recommendations to hire Rick Arnett as Jr/Sr High School Assistant Principal/AD and Christopher Parkinson as a full-time teacher in the alternate education program. Motion carried 6-0. 19. A motion was made by Avery and supported by James to grant Grace Community Church permission to proceed with plans for the donation of a permanent sound system for the auditorium pending approval of final specifications. Motion carried 6-0. 20. A motion was made Avery and supported by Dunham to hold a special meeting on September 13, 1997 at 9:00 a.m. at the Holiday Inn West in Lansing for the purpose of district goal setting. Motion carried 6-0. 21. A motion as made by Curtis and supported by Avery to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing negotiations strategy. Roll call vote — Aye: Avery, Callton, Curtis, Dunham, James and Sessions. Motion carried 6-0. Time: 8:05 p.m. Open session resumed at 9:30 p.m. 22. A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to accept the agreement for centralized bak­ ing at the jr/sr high school and reduction of hours for the 1997-98 school year. Motion carried 6-0. 23. Other business: There were discussion of the idea of using a consent agenda for approval of routine matters at board meetings. 24. A motion was made by James and supported by Sessions to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 6-0. Meeting adjourned at 9:50 p.m. THESE MINUTES ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL AT THE NEXT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION. (101) NOTICE 1997-98 Lunch prices for Maple Valley School which were listed in the recent newsletter were incorrect. 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(517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 26, 1997 __Page 9 Basketball tourney, Christian concert set Aug. 30 A three-on-three basketball signup for the tournament tournament is coming to from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Vermontville this Saturday. church parking lot. All kids in The tourney and an after­ the area who are between the noon of music are courtesy of ages of 10 and 18 and would the Vermontville Methodist like to play can do so for an Church. entry fee of $4. Area coaches The day will begin with will be on hand to work with the players, and this tourna­ ment is "double elimination," which means every team is guaranteed two games. Portable hoops will be brought in, allowing for sev­ eral games at once, and a win- Agrichemical Field Day set Sept. 11 SiSluS •■"■■Hip* Working with MSU Exten­ sion and Ionia and Eaton Con­ servation Districts, the groundwater stewardship team is promoting an “OnFarm Agrichemical Storage and Handling Field Day” Thursday, Sept. 11. The program will be held at the Jack Shattuck farm located at 5985 Keefer Highway, Portland (maps are available at Extension and District of­ fices). The program will begin at 5:30 p.m. and provides two RUP credits together MDA for interested producers. Din­ ner will be provided by Beckman Production Services. Field day topics will in­ clude: Engineering for perma­ nent pesticide mixing and loading pads and bulk nitrogen fertilizer secondary containment, secondary con­ tainment liners and portable mix/load pad demonstration, and clean water nurse tank demonstration. Producers also will learn more about assistance through participa­ tion in the local groundwater stewardship program, clean sweep pesticide handling/storage program, and pro­ gram support, technical assistance, and EQIP projects and funding available through NRCS. For Sale SWEET CORN FOR By the dozen or the Excellent for freezing, south of M-50 on 616-367-4111. g-eiraral tatpirt SALE: bushel. 1 mile M-66. GET MORE NEWS! Subscribe today to the Hastings Banner. Only $25 per year in Barry County. Ph. 945-9554. Resource people will in­ clude pesenters from the groundwater stewardship team, MSU Extension, NRCS and private industries. Transportation will be made available from the Thomapple Grand field office ofthe Field Day location. There will be limited seating, so call to reserve a seat for transporta­ tion. No pre-registration is re­ quired for the program itself. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension Office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594, or call the Thomapple Grand Soil Conservation District at (517) 543-5848. Lifesteps weight management program at Charlotte hospital Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital will offer the “Lifesteps: Weight Management” program (co­ sponsored with the National Dairy Council) which helps people learn how to make healthy lifestyle changes. A free “Lifesteps” orienta­ tion meeting will take place Thursday, Sept. 4, in the HGB classroom from 7 to 8 p.m. During the free orienta­ tion, instructors will help par­ ticipants determine if this is the best time for them to start a weight loss program and if this is what they really want to do. The Lifesteps program is a self-help program in which participants make gradual changes in eating and activity habits. The comprehensive weight management program is built on four components: nutrition, physical activity, behavior change and group support. It is based on the most current reseach findings in the fields of psychology, nutrition and exercise physiology. This 14 week program will help teach how to take the weight off gradually. Classes will begin Monday, Sept. 15, at 6 p.m. or Tues­ day, Sept. 16, at 12:15 p.m. (lunch hour). To find out more about Lifesteps, come to the HGB classroom for the free orienta­ tion Thursday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. A panel of instructors will be there to share informa­ tion and answer questions. To register call Brenda Schofield, Community Educa­ tion Coordinator, at (517) 543-1050 extension 200. ner is expected to be declared by 2 p.m. That, however, is not the end ofthe fun. From 2 to 5 p.m., Christian groups, "Satans Worst Nightmare" , and The Risen Savior" will be performing a concert for a free-will offering "It's all because we care about kids," said organizer Lydia McCauley. "We wanted to plan something fun and this can be kind of a grand fi­ nale before the school year gets under way. 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But, prospects of a repeat performance are slim this fall as eight players graduated last spring. "(We hope) to show improvement all season," Booher explains as his team's main intentions. At the Barry County Invite, Chris Lentz had Valley's top score with a 97. He followed that up with a 93 at last Mid-Way Wednesday's tournament. Pat Chaffee (95), Garvey (99) and Travis Augustine (98) also fired encouraging rounds at the Mid-Way. Maple Valley opened league play at home on Monday and Tuesday hosted Pennfield and Union City. This year's golf team includes (front row, from left) Casey VanEngen, Nick Blakely, Craig Harvey, Andy Thompson, Branden Garvey, Trent Graham, Jason Joppie; (back row) Lauren Hansbarger, Pat Kenyon, Chris Lentz, Brett Leonard, Pat Chaffee, Michael Meade and Greg Rathbum. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Improvement should be easy task for Lady Lions Golf team The Lions varsity basketball squad: (front row, from left) Melissa Kirwin, Stacie Gohs, Erin Booher, Bethany Poyer, Jane Spears; (back row) Dawn Stine, Jessica Cook, Jessica Gearin, Leslie Grant, Erica Krolik and Coach Jerry Reese. (Photo by Perry Hardin) SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts B Coach Jerry Reese is not just hoping for a good year, he is looking forward to his girls basketball team having great season this fall. And with seven returning eagers, it just might be that for the Lady Lions. Heading the cast of returnees is senior forward Dawn Stine. Stine, at 5-10, has made All-SMAA the last two seasons and has also been named to the All-Barry County team. Stine scored 325 points in 21 games in 1996. Three other players — senior Erin Booher, junior Stacie Goris and junior Erica Krolik — are also expected to contribute. Booher and Goris will play in the Lions’ backcourt, while Krolik, at 58, will join Stine in the post area. "We are very optimistic with four starters returning," Reese said. "If things come together at the correct time, we could be a very strong team." Olivet and St. Phil will be Maple Valley's main foes for an SMAA title. Maple Valley's vast improvement could surprise them and other league teams along the way. Maple Valley was 7-14 in 1996, but lacked depth and wound up fifth in the SMAA as a result. The goals for Reese's squad to contend for an SMAA crown and to play well at districts. Reese is one coach who has enjoyed similar success with the program, with a 215-159 record in 22 seasons including 19 as the varsity coach. M.V. Cross Country setting goals for fall season The season goals for the Maple Valley cross country teams may differ, but the ultimate goals are the same. To run as fast as they can. For Coach Gary Hamilton's girls squad the expectations of doing so will be huge. The SMAA champs in 1996 went to the State finals and finished ninth. Six of the seven girls who ran for the championship are back. Junior Heidi Eberly, sophomore Cassady Murphy, senior Dawn VanderVlucht, senior Nicole Wilson and junior Andrea Mace round out the group. Eberly returns as the team's No. 1 runner. Still, repeating as SMAA champs will be no cake walk for Maple Valley's girls. Both Leslie and Bellevue are hot on the Lions' Maple Valley's boys team includes senior Jon Kay, junior Zac Jarvie, sophomore See Cross Country, P. 11 c Full Color Copies u p 0 N ' rreach > >8/2x11” only Good Thru Sept 1997 (No copyrighted pictures) (N Char otte Lthograph no. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 ________Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m Cross country runners at Maple Valley this year are (first row, from left) Andrea Mace, Cassady Murphy, Heidi Eberly, April Musser, Gwen McDougal, Haylev Todd(second row) Kristy Sealy, LeeAnn Stairs, Christian Allwordo, Craig McDougal’ Dawn VanderVlucht, Brian Burt, Cristina Desrochers; (third row) Michael Hamilton’ XX Pe^H^inX Ja,Vi6' J°" Kay’ Je" RObOlham and Ryan Emartck:: �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, August 26, 1997 — Page 11 Look for Maple Valley grid team to contend in SMAA league as they finished 5-4 overall and 3-2 in the league. But, in 1997 the talent to take another title is there. (Our goal) is to be competitive, improve from last year and try to win the SMAA," Mittelstaedt said. The offense includes 1988, 1990, 1991, 1992, offensive tackle Trent Harvey, 1994 and 1995. For some quarterback Trevor Wawiemia, Jason reason, the cards did not fall in runningback Maple Valley's laps in 1996Thompson, center Andy Heyboer and tackle Jamie Noteboom. Thompson should fill the role of a bruising runner bursting out of Maple from Page 10— Valley's familiar Wing T Ryan Emerick and junior formation. Brandon Phenix. Phenix iss Defensively, Harvey lines back running cross country up at defensive tackle, Chris after competing in the sport as Gonser returns on the line, a freshman. Andy Patrick Patrick provides provides many "Our main goal for the tackles at linebacker, Travis season will be gaining VanAlstine is a back, Pat experience and hopefully Lowe fills one spot at end, steady improvement," Bryan Faurot covers ground at Hamilton said of his boys back, Lucas Flory lines up on team. Hamilton sees Leslie are the league's top contender for first place honors. The cross country campaign opens Sept. 3 at the Delton Invitational. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, and his Maple Valley High School footballl team, are gunning for a return to championship form in 1997. The Lions won won the Southern Michigan Athletic Association championship in the line and Lance Flory fills The Lions are at Olivet on the other end position. Maple Sept. 26 and host St. Philip Valley's defense works out of on Oct 10. a 5-2 alignment. Maple Valley opens Sept. 5 Olivet and St. Philip are against Union City. Other other SMAA teams to watch.early season contests include Sept. 13 at Three Oaks and years on junior varsity, going Sept. 19 at home versus 45-5-1, and five years as a junior varsity assistant. The Leslie. Mittiestaedt's 12-ye ar next goal is probably 100 varsity head coaching record is wins, or at least 94 by the 85-33. He also coached sixtime time the *97 season concludes. Maple Valley's 1997 varsity football team includes (first row, from left) Cory Currier, Jamie Davis, Coach Don Roscoe, Coach Marty Martin, Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt, Coach Chris Ricketts, Tyson Vorce, Andy Patrick; (second row) Ken Lackscheide, Bill Allen, Trevor Wawiemia, Bryan Faurot II, Pat Lowe, Scott Sticbles; (third row) Lance Flory, Lucas Flory, Adam Thompson, Chris Gonser, Dennis Rodeman, Chris Ewing, Andy Adams; (fourth row) Matt Rose, Travis VanAlstine, Jason Thompson, Trent Harvey, Jamie Noteboom, Andy Heyboer, Lee Gould and Scott VanEngen. 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The 1996 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Marine Corps in August 1996. makes you /cd “more at home." Hastings Banner ...keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting'of all local government agencies, school activities,sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Hastings Banner '.‘Making Barry County residentsfee! at home for ova 100 years." NEWS T-K is is making making its its mark mark in in T-K the early rounds of the high school golf season. The Trojans' A team won the Mid-Way Invite Wednesday afternoon at the Yankee Springs Golf Course. Middleville A had a 316, Wayland a 320, Caledonia a 325 and Delton had a 340 to grab the first four spots. Middleville B had a 380 to beat three teams and Maple Valley fired a 385. Other teams were South Christian (352), Kelloggsville (353), Hamilton (353), Byron Center (363), Godwin (382) and Bellevue (395). 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Newspapers: The medium of choice! 83% 71% Trojan golfers win again at Ground Beef $ Other area notables were Caledonia's Scott Leatherman (76), Delton's Mike Kammeraad (77), Middleville's Josh Sturm (78), Middleville's Ryan Lenartz (81) and Caledonia's Eric Masse (81). The Maple Valley team was led by Chris Lentz' 93. Caledonia's 325 included Scott Leatherman's 76, Masse's 81 and Rick Leatherman's 83. Middleville's Matt Pullen fired an 86 to go along with the scores posted by Seifert, Sturm and Lenartz. The Trojan B team beat three others receiving a 92 from Eric Bender and a 94 from Scott Ploeg. Delton's four scorers were Kammeraad, Kyle Kwasny (86), Boze (86) Brian Lillibridge (91). Maple Valley top swingers, were Lentz with a 93 and Pat Chaffee with a 95. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 36 — Tuesday, September 2, 1997 Annual ‘Kiss the Pig” contest gets underway in the valley Dave Mace by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer With the start of the new school year and football sea­ son comes the annual "Kiss the Pig" contest. It's unique to the Maple Valley area, loads of fun, and a some say a great chance to combine laughs and at the same time raise money for a worthy cause. The contest, created by some former local teachers, was created to help support Bob Mansfield the Maple Valley Scholarship help decide which of the con­ Foundation. The funds gath­ testants will face the certain ered through donations and fate of kissing a pig at half­ this contest help to provide time during a Maple Valley money for many local gradu­ football game. Each canister will be clearly ates every spring to further marked, and with every dona­ their education. Each year a slate of candi- tion, that contestant stands a dates.is chosen, coming from little better chance of being all walks of life. Each then is this year's "winner or loser," interviewed and has his or her depending upon how one picture plastered all over town looks at the prize! Some may remember the on canisters. Those who wish to donate a few bucks or even laughs generated when previ­ just a handful of change can ous winners were named and Scot Lenz Stephanie Thorne had to pucker up in front of fans. Some of those winners included the late Gene Koetje, former Nashville Police Chief, and Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef who turned his moment in the spotlight into a surprise for one of his op­ ponents. Last year, it was Doug Durkee, whom everybody knows as the "hardware man" in Vermontville, who got stuck with the honor. And, in the process, more than $1000 was raised for the scholarship foundation. This year, the slate of candidates is sure to attract a large audience. Just waiting for their turn to "kiss the pig" are teachers Scot Lenz and Sharlot Sours; Nashville's favorite (and only) pharmacist Dave Mace; Dr. Mike Callton, school board president; Bob Mansfield, whom everybody knows from Citizens Elevator; and Stephanie Thome, owner of the New Southern Sharlot Sours Shoe and Boot Company in Nashville. Sound like some interesting choices? To help out a little in that decision making, Maple Val­ ley News has interviewed each of the candidates. Most know Dr. Callton as the guy in town who can help relieve a nagging backache. Others who haven't visited his chiropractic office will probaSee Kiss a Pig, P. 2 Laverne and Erdine Bivens named for Farmers Hall of Fame by Jason Carr Staff Writer "I was raised on a farm, but I had made the remark once to my father in my youth that I was never going to marry a farmer," said Erdine Bivens. "But the good Lord gave me a good farmer, one of the best in Barry County." Despite that initial reluc­ tance, she and her husband Laverne are among this year's inductees into the Michigan Hall of Fame — along with Hastings area farmers Louis and Lena Wierenga, who de­ clined to be interviewed. The Bivenses moved to their Assyria Township farm in 1962. Before then, Laverne had bottled milk at Kellogg Farms for Percy Jones Hospi­ tal in Battle Creek, while Erdine was a registered nurse. Laverne had also worked his senior year in high school as a tester for the Dairy Herd Im­ provement Association. The couple has a dairy farm, with crops raised to feed the cows. When their children were on the farm, there was greater emphasis on cash crops. Laveme said he gives credit for his selection to the Hall of Fame to his father, children, wife and Howard Cole, who sold the Bivenses their farm. Cole had wanted a bigger down payment than the $2,000 they were able to scrape up, but instead chose to take the rest of the money in that year's wheat harvest. "He's a moral support and a good friend," Laveme said of Cole. "He's been a real help and a real friend." Their children, sons Dan, Lynn, Gary and David and daughter Lola were all ex­ to be at the bam at 4:30 p.m. to do their night chores and divided their re­ sponsibilities so that one would have the day off, he said. Laveme said he tried to instill his father's values to pected them and teach them depend- Laverne ad Erdine Bivens were inducted into the Farmers Hall of Fame in Prairieville just last week. The couple has been farming in Assyria Township since 1962. ability and observing what needs to be done. "That way you're learning not just to be laborers, but co­ managers or managers," Laveme said. "They have men­ tioned in their adult years that helped them to be responsi­ ble." Laveme said his father in­ stilled his work ethic and passed on a willingness to try new techniques, such as pipeline milking and solar drying, "and that way you find some new productive things to do." With that willingness to try new techniques, the Bivenses around 1976 were one of the first farms in Barry County to go to no-till farming, now one of the most widespread practices. Everything on their farm now is no-till, which involves planting a crop in the residue of an existing crop. For example, their soybeans this year were planted in the residue of last year's corn crop. He said instead of tilling the soil four to six times before planting, not tilling saves on labor and fuel and results in comparable yields. Another Another change change in in farming farming has been that they no longer put cows in pasture, but instead do dry-lot feeding rations composed of a mix of nutri­ ents, forage and proteins put into a mixer bag and balanced according to the cow's need. "It's much more intricate than a human diet," he said. As far as changes in farm­ ing in Barry County, he said, "Well, there's very few of us left that's one big change. When we started out here, it seemed like every house had a farm." Laveme cites as reasons for that change "tremendously higher" costs for machinery and other inputs. He added that last year, a cheese company flooded the market with cheese, which caused dairy See Hall of Fame, P. 2 In This Issue... Lake Odessa Sportsmen’s Club ready for safety classes Stebbins recovering at home after lightning strike Child bicyclist hurt in local accident �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 2 KISS A PIG CONTEST UNDERWAY, bly recognize him as president of the Maple Valley Board of Education; Any frustration with the school system could "Let's all stop into the drug store and support Dave!" be tions for Nashville and Vermontville residents for 19 years. Others may know him relieved with some hefty donations in his canister! He is also a former member of the Nashville Village Council, and to some, he is Cody's answering service. "I happen to be Cody Page's stepdad, you know, the guy who always answers the phone," he joked. Callton said that he is only in the contest because it's for a good cause. He really really doesn't want to have to pucker <up, even though he remem­ bers last year's pig as rather cute. "I dated girls in high school that weren't as cute as that lit­ tle pig," he quipped. "But I re­ ally don't want the honor." He believes instead that ev­ eryone should visit Mace Pharmacy and drop some change in the canister for Dave Mace. "Dave has a really good sense of humor. I think he should be the one to do the kissing here," said Callton. Mace has been behind the counter preparing prescrip- continued from frontpage pension) teacher at the high school, he admits that there are a few teens who would re­ ally tike to see him suffer! And for those who really aren't sure, former High School Principal Larry Lenz as a member of the Nashville indeed is his dad. That he says Lions, the Chamber of Com­ may be even more reason for merce or as a lay leader at the some type of revenge. Others may know Scot as a Nashville United Methodist Church. He has also been in-junior varsity basketball and volved with the scholarship baseball coach, as a volunteer for the local Little League foundation for several years. It is very worthwhile and I program, or simply because have watched it grow tremen­ he has been around NashviMe dously over the years," he all of his life. Lenz said that though a said. willing participant, he isn’t Some may remember Dav­ e's name coming up before in entering the contest with in­ tentions of winning. He is this contest. Yes, he was a previous contestant, and says just hoping for lots of dona­ he admits to being foolish tions for the scholarship foun­ enough to participate again. In dation. "I'm really happy to help fact, this time he really wants out, even if it does mean kissto win. "Just cash in those stocks ing the pig," he said. He than added that he really and bonds and make your con­ has a better idea for those who tribution," he said. Scot Lenz may also be an would like to see someone easy target for the honors to from school take the honor. "I don't know what chance be bestowed on winner de­ I'll have of winning since I clared in this contest. As the ISS (in-school sus- heard that Sharlot Sours is in the contest," he said. "She Others probably will recog­ said that she was going to do everything possible to win nize him from the fair. Every this contest. I think she's re­ year he shows up for the live­ ally looking forward to kiss­ stock sale there and supports many 4-H'rs. If in doubt about ing the pig!" Sharlot Sours has been at his contributions, any 4-H’r Maple Valley High now for around the hog bam will attest many years, 34 to be exact to his donations, and probably and one might assume that tell you that he is a lot of fun she has managed to make at the sale! Bob, who has three daugh­ some enemies over the years. She is also president of the ters who are future graduates teachers' union at Maple Val­ of Maple Valley, took a gam­ ley. This could be a chance ble and purchased the elevator 11 years ago, utilizing his ex­ for revenge by adminstrators. Sours said that she isn't pertise in marketing, agron­ sure now why in the world omy and inspecting grain. she agreed to be in this con­ Since that time the operation test, but it is certainly too late has expanded into Potterville and Charlotte. to change her mind now. "We have grown 10 fold in Bob Mansfield could also turn out to be a very popular 10 years," he said. Mansfield said he is willing candidate. As the owner of Citizen's Elevator in Ver­ to help out in the contest be­ montville, some will recog­ cause it's obviously for a good nize his as the one responsible cause, but he feels a little for running those big tank sorry for the pig if he wins. "Education is the key," he like machines up and down Vermontville Highway always said. "But if I win, somebody holding up traffic. He says is going to have to pay this this is also his employees pig!" Stephanie Thome may give chance of "evening up the HALL OF FAME, SKIN CANCER. IRONIC, ISN’T IT? The fact is, tanning can lead to melanoma/skin cancer. So examine yourself regularly. Look for blemishes larger than a pencil eraser, multi-colored or asymmetrical in shape. If you have any questions, see your dermatologist. fAAD K* ° * S i9mo SPOT MELANOMA/SKIN CANCER EARLY www.aad.org prices paid to farmers to drop by about one-third. As an example of those higher costs, Laverne said that for what the couple paid for the farm in 1962, it now takes twice that amount to pay for a new tractor. "That was for the whole thing — house, farm, land." Another change in dairy farming has been increased use of artificial breeding. "We started with it in 1949, but used it very sparingly. Now we use it as a very high intensity management tool because of the documented production capabilities of ge­ netics." With artificial breeding, the couple can find the top sires from all over the world and use them in breeding. The result has been that they now average about 100 pounds of milk per cow per day. "We used to think if we had her audience more than they bargained for if declared the winner of the contest. Most know Stephanie from the Nashville Hardware, where she has been co-owner and op­ erator for 10 years. Others have found her interest in western attire to be advanta­ geous. She recently opened the Southern Boot and Shoe Company in Nashville, the only shop of its type in the area. She has given riding lesions at her farm just out­ side of town for many years, is a member of the Michigan Trail Riders Association, and is mother to Matthew, who most will recognize as one of the Lions' junior varsity play­ ers this fall. Stephanie warns those who may be considering donations on her behalf that she is ready for paybacks if declared the winner. "It think that this is pretty funny and I do plan some sur­ prises of my own if I have to kiss the pig," she said. She added, "I think this a is really good fund-raiser, I hope everyone participates." continued from frontpage 45-50 pounds per day that was a good herd, so it's doubled." And he added, "I guess one of the other changes is we're letting the next generation take over," as the dairy farm has been given to their son, David, and his wife Sally to manage. "My philosophy of farming is that the Scripture tells us we are but stewards of what we have here," Laverne said. "That's why I always drove to make things look nice around here, because I was thankful to God and wanted to let Him see that I appreciated what He's provided," adding, "We always shut the business down on Sundays." The Bivens have been active with the Vermontville Bible Church and do volunteer and mission work from about mid-November until May. Their volunteer work has taken them to various parts of the United States, Europe, Africa and South America. "That's one of my intriguing things is to learn about foreign cultures and how they think and work and try to help them have a better life," he said. "I've learned a lot from cultures in deep jungle Africa." The Bivens said they knew for two or three years that they were being considered for the Fanners Hall of Fame, but Erdine said, "We were kind of surprised. The idea that some one had noticed what we've done. Yes, it's been rewarding and we had a lot of good times along with the hard labor." Laverne concluded, "I was, I guess honored, because I never really sought fame. We just tried to do things to the best of our abilities... You learn through the years what kind of influence you had on people and that's rewarding." luOCAtGHlJRCHSCHEDUL ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... .11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ .7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship .11 a.m. Evening Service... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone517-852-9228 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Stuoy and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School................ 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 10:30 a.m Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH ('A mi. East of M-66, 5 mi. PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE south of Nashville) 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) Sunday School................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 8593 Cloverdale Road NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service 7 p.m. Wed. Service 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service................... 9:45 Sunday School..................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. Forr more Information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Mople Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 3 ‘Something Special by Kathy’ opens in Nashville by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Anyone who knows Kathy Hansbarger knows that she loves to shop. She's been hunting all over for one-of-a-kind treasures for her friends and neighbors in Nashville and this week will open her new shop specializ­ ing in gift ideas and flowers. Hansbarger, who many rec­ ognize from Stanton's Real Estate Office in Vermontville, said that though she loves finding just the right home for her customers, she has wanted a family business of her own for several years. She and husband Doug then decided that she should put her cre­ ativity to work . &'' ? Wiws^iB * »Rtai®tej । '“ WmJHrffa: 1 "We had looked around for a long time and always wanted to do that,” she said. "Our families have been a part of some type of business in the Nashville area for years." She added that her experi­ ence in the real estate office in Vermontville helped cement the notion that a family owned business was best. "I've see their family (the Stantons) work so well to­ gether, I just knew that we would be happy doing the same." Her need to shop around came to a halt recently when Mapes Florist owners an­ nounced that after eight years they would be closing their doors and the flower shop was doors to Nashville's first ever for sale. gift boutique would be Deciding to purchase the opened. building on Main Street with "I want there to be a place what she describes as" a great in Nashville were you can go display window" was easy. It in and purchase a baby gift, or was just what they had been an anniversary gift, maybe looking for. And stocking the something for a birthday. shelves would be easy too. Right now, there is no place, After all, unique gifts and lit­ you have to go out of town to tle treasures was Kathy's spe­ do that. I plan to make all of cialty. that available right here, at an Then it was time to involve affordable price." the rest of the family. Every­ Among the treasures will be one at the Hansbarger house cabin candles, Clay City Pot­ had an opinion about what to tery, Amish made oak furni­ call the gift shop. It would ture Russ Berrie baby items have all kinds of unique, one- and, of course, lots of flowers. of-a-kind things, flowers for The shop is also a redemp­ every occasion and balloons. tion center for "Old World "Everyone just kept saying Christmas Ornaments." The that we would have to figure ornaments, made in Germany out a really special name," she and of hand blown glass, are a said, "because the shop would collector's item. Hansbarger have so many special items. said she has been collecting So why not 'Something Spe­ them for years and felt others cial'?" might become interested in It was settled, "Something doing so too. There will be Special by Kathy" would be information in the shop about perfect. Now she would need a how to obtain limited edition sign out front. That's where ornaments that are not avail­ her mother, Geneva Knoll, able to the public. came in. Linda Kenyon and Judy Gonser, both former employ­ "Mom is really the artistic ees of the Mapes family, will and creative one in the fam­ continue to provide customers ily," said Hansbarger. "She with flowers and arrangements has been wonderful. She de­ for all types of occasions. signed business cards and then There will also be some new made the sign for the shop." services. The sign was finished and "We will be selling flowers boxes began arriving with by the stem,” said Hansbarger. merchandise. It was time for "You can bring in your fa­ last-minute details. Soon the vorite container and pick out MOPS group to have kickoff “Something name for Kathy be a vary appropriate Special" seems to Hansbarger's new gift boutique and flower shop. There is something there to fit most any taste and price range. The shop doors open this week. Kathy and her mom, Geneva Knoll have lots of creative gift ideas to share with customers. fresh, dried of silk flowers and nock Hospital gift shop on a be of help to future brides in make your own arrangement." weekly basis and is hoping to the area. "Friday Flowers" also will return to Nashville. "Some may not remember Friday Flowers, but I always really appreciated them," she said. "Every Friday, there will be small bouquets ready to I pick up forjust a few dollars.” She said this service is a CHERYL PIERCE Owner special alert to boyfriends and 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI husbands who may be in the "dog house." They can stop in quick and grab a bouquet without the hassle of hanging around the shop. "Guys just don't like to wait around for flower ar­ Hours: Mqh. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am - 12 pm; Thurs. Closed; Fri. 9 am - 3 E D/X rangements," she said. "This pm; Sat. 9 am - 12 pm TiisAKTANiisciuNchorruuit is fast, easy and inexpensive." LANT liSSliNCUS, A —(Every other S— at■ urd■ay)Pl',LoOwW,Ii1RK ANID> PLAN Hansbarger will also be providing flowers for the Pen- v HAIR SHOP 517-852-2377 Hairstyles.for Men, Women & Children /W *c bteoCKmltl ® stpnsal liekfatan i program and speak Sept. 9 MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate k tel's, ifstami teninktallita' «s iramctelliil jsWtasita Rten^te^ tenMtertte sdfalia-l'sto to fcspbM iB! ■< Dawn Yager* director of volunteer services at Pennock Hospital, will be guest speaker at the fall kickoff for Mothers of Preschoolers at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, at the Vermontville Bible Church. The event will include a morning brunch and theme of a baby shower. Yager, who will talk about friendships between women, is a graduate of Cedarville 9 College (Ohio) with a bache­ lor of arts degree in social work. She has held her post at Pennock for the past 10 years. She formerly served on the Mothers of Preschoolers Steering Committee and now is involved in working with young children and teens at the Vermontville Bible Church. Yager has been married for 15 years and has three chil- JU Phone Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI & k 307 Fuller St., Nashville. Ml. 49073 n£ ED «< ED RCN SALE TABLE Good Selection 5^' ,9 2 off ^WINTER FLEECE For jackets, stadium blankets, mittens, foot warmers, hats, etc. STREAMLINE & JHB BUTTONS <9 CALICO S «» > ?£> $ i*p * - New Shipment McCall’s, Simplicity, Kwik Sew In Stock Patterns...53% Off HMS home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the details! (N-72) 218 E. State St., Hastings • 945-9673 Sewing Machine Repair by Mr. J. • Hulst Cleaners Pick-Up Station . til Dawn Yager dren. The Mothers of Preschool­ ers (MOPS) meet on the sec­ ond Tuesday of the month from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Vermontville Bible Church, 250 N. Main St., Ver­ montville. All mothers of preschoolers ages infant to 6 years. Classes are designed for each age group, and for new home schoolers. A $3 donation is requested to cover membership and craft. For more information, call Louisa Westendorp at (517) 852-2121 or Karen Byington (616) 367-4042. Looking for a X PRINTER? Call... <945-9554J Eves. 726-0223 Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells............................... • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available NASHVILLE - Cute 2 bedroom f I OPEN: Monday-Thursday 8 am-5:30 ■I Friday 8 am-7 pm; Saturday 9 am 5:30 pm WO to* (Graduate Realtors Institute) Mon. & Fri. 6:00 - 10:00pm; Sat. 9:00 am - 6:00pm 51 7-852-0826 Beverly Rost rein EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES Acrylics - Gels - Wraps - Fiberglass Manicure - Airbrushing Call for appointment... :• (517) 852-1915 REALTOR* Bev’s Nails < & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Will make house calls for a set fee if " jl» I y«S.... 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Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for k more "info." (V-66) NEXT TO PUTNAM PARK IN NASH­ 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with wrap-around porch, deck with firepit, many extras — All on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. (N-71) VILLE ON APPROX. 1% ACRES ' DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE location on M-66 (Main Street). Ideal for office space or retail (building size 17x69) - basement and second story. Call Homer for details. (N-70) BUILDING - Good ONE Not. gas available, perked & surveyed — some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) ONE LOT LEFT - 1.2 ACRES • $12,000 - Good building site on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 4 Maple Valley students spend summer visiting Italy Turns out that even with a communication barrier, Amanda and her Italian mom, Anna became the best of friends! takes some time. When Amanda finally got the phone call (from the Lions organiza­ tion) informing her of who her host family was, she im­ There are many beautiful buildings in Italy like the Malan Cathedral. Amanda said mediately dialed Italy for the that this is where Mass was held for Johnny Versace after his murder. first conversation with her Italian mom and dad. While others hung around portunity of a lifetime — a Amanda, local Lion Bill Ma­ son had asked more than once When she made that call and home over this past summer, visit to Italy! asked for mom in what she The opportunity came about if she were interested in a trip Maple Valley High School describes as very poor Italian, student Amanda Finkler took through the Lions Youth Ex­ to another country over sum­ what she described as the op- change Program. According to mer break. She was, of she learned right away that her course, but it would be expen­ mother spoke no English. The sive. But this summer she fi­ summer would be many bro­ ken sentences and even onenally had saved enough cash VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI and would be on her way! word conversations, but she said the two became best of It started as a whirlwind friends. trip, but everything fell into place at once. "I'm not fluent enough to "I left on June 16, just days put sentences together," said Amanda. "Our conversations after school got out, and I wasn't even sure if I was go­ were kind of funny. I did learn ing until three days before the a lot of Italian slang and plane took off," she said. words that I would never use It turns out that through a again while there though!" Serving...5:30 to 7:00 pm Life in the little town of matching process with fami­ lies overseas, paper work Monza was much different than the wide open spaces in Nashville. Most everyone there lived in apartments. They also had maids who did the cleaning, laundry and some of the cooking. Her host dad owned a box factory and mom, well as near as Amanda Remember the story of Romeo and Juliet? It is a could figure out, all she did true story and Amanda is standing the very balcony was shop! that Juliet stood many years ago. That was just one of What American Girl the highlights of her trip overseas this summer. wouldn't enjoy that? Amanda said she too began spending quite a bit of time in the shops, looking for unique gifts to bring back home. "It was really kind of diffi­ cult to find true Italian gifts over there American things are very popular and much easier to find," she said. She and her new brother, Philippo, became very close. He, just a few years older, seemed to like many of the same things that she did. They rode his motorcycle through the mountains, visited dance clubs and places that she never Satisfy your urge with any one of these three installment dreamed she would actually see. loans - specially priced through September 30,1997. One such place was the cas­ tle of Juliet. Yes, the very place where the romance Romeo and Juliet reportedly Withan Without an took place. Automatic Independent Independent She also saw a Michael Amanda instantly made lots f new friends while in Payment Bank Deposit Jackson concert. Bank Deposit nu-Yi' *s Riccardo, Matteo and her Italian brother Option "Over there they think that Account Account Phillipo. he is God," she said. "The concert was pretty neat, prob- lots of hiking and snowball three days on the Mediterably something that I would fights in July! ! ranean beach and a visit to the have never experienced if I "The scenery there was Leaning Tower of Pisa. hadn't taken this trip!" breathtaking," she said. "It's South Michigan w MEMBER FDIC HEqou usail n Amanda said that for many There was also a visit to really beautiful!" the trip back home would be a USU Lender Marco Polo's house, and a ride This group, consisting of final good-bye to friends from t0 5 years depending on collateral life. Maximum term 60 months a in a gondola through the city. four Finnish girls and four far away, but in her case that standards aSyinffpr?dndQrdffeetapply' Some restrit5ti°ns and normal credit The stay there was short, American girls, also visited a isn't so. Turns out that her of $5 nnn RPiy=o??ercennds September 30, 1997. Finance example: loan amount only three weeks, but before winery and Roman baths.. host family owns property ments- $6 41 20 A 60 lmotnth9s.9 M04o%nthlFyi payment amotuntf: $$510040.002.t T8o 5ta%l off pafyicoming back to the states, "They were stone buildings near near Coldwater, Coldwater, and and her her other m t 9345%41F’i2A0, AFnnual riatte 9f .t9t04\%\.\ F♦i nance amfount of $t5 0$060 2a7t7 88 50% A fnr finl Amanda and seven s amount $105 87 Vntai $^°° at 900% fof 6p0aymentths $ M6,27t7h.80 P. Anmfatl nt two weeks dating back to the year 100 brother will be visiting g later r teenage girls spent two weeks A.D., she said. "Each con- this fall. amount $105 87 Vntai $^°° $^°° at at 900% 900% for for 60 60 months- Month|y Payment at Valtalliane Youth Camp tained hot spring water from boarding the Swiss Alps. tainedhotspringwaterfrom "I can't wait to see him amount $105.87. Total payments: $6,352.20. Must be a secured loan.. There was downhill skiing for ltihkee ma osunata"ins. It was kind of again," she said. "This is i an Penny Supper Sept. 6th, 1997 Roast Pork, Dressing, Cabbage, Rolls & Stuffed Peppers Ito Hwt tom fnW It could happen anytime. You cc be in your car. At home. When suddenly, you feel it - the overwhelming urge to buy. 0.50% 9.00% Independent Bank those who who were were experienced, experienced those like a spa." experience experience that that neither neither o of us Other attractions included will ever forget," she said. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 5 M.V. alternative education hires 3rd full-time teacher HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Maple Valley alternative education students were greeted by a new face when they returned to school last week. Chris Parkinson has joined the staff, making it three full time teachers for the program, which began just one year ago. There are also 58 stu­ dents now enrolled in alterna­ tive ed at Maple Valley, al­ most double projections when the building on Washington Street was opened in September of 1996. Parkinson, a recent graduate of Olivet College, said he's comfortable in his new sur­ roundings, and likes the per­ sonal touch that a smaller school can provide to students. "I come from a similar community and enjoy that small community atmosphere between teacher and student," he said. "There is a more per­ sonal touch. No one feels like just a number." When the opportunity arose to teach at Maple Valley, Parkinson said it was just what he was looking for. He had obtained his teaching cer­ tificate in 1995 and had since been a substitute in the Bellevue district, where he had also completed his student teaching. He will be teaching history and civics to the teens, but also has a background in jour­ nalism. "Before I decided that I wanted to become a teacher I obtained a major in journal­ ism," he said during an interview. "I did some broadcasting at the college station and wrote for the college newspa­ per. I also completed an in- Broker/Builder MLS. / f (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Dixie Brand Broker/ Builder 517-726-1100 Chris Parkinson is now on board at Maple Valley making three full time teachers for the Alternative Education program. Enrollment for that program has doubled the original projections, and it has proved to be a great asset to the Maple Valley district. temship at Channel 41." Parkinson is also a sports enthusiast., and a former ju­ nior varsity baseball coach at Olivet. He hopes to be along Voters will be going to the polls to decide on renovations and additions to Maple Valley classrooms in just a few weeks and several public forums have been scheduled in an attempt to answer Vickie Morrison Joan Shanafelt Office Manager Realtor/Consultant 517-543-9925 Rhea Ferrier Realtor/ ' Consultant 517-852-0863 Realtor/ Consultant 517-852-9414 Zella Rice Maxine Pixley Realtor/ Consultant 517-485-2708 Executive Assistant — RESIDENTIAL — questions about building plans and costs. This week the meeting moves to Vermontville! Those with questions or concerns should put Thursday September 4 on their calendar. The forum will take place at the Vermontville United Methodist Church and is scheduled to begin at 7pm. BUILT IN 1863 ■ ONE OF VERMONT­ VILLE’S OLDEST HOMES - Original wood­ work & fireplace. Come see this 3 bed­ room, 11/2 bath home. Newer kitchen & laundry room. Deck, garage. $71,900. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE117JS) Banner .. .keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting ‘of all local government agencies, school activities,sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Hastings Banner "Making Barry County residentsfed at home for ova too years. ” Fall horticulture workshop planned Composting with kids, biotechnology, herbs and hor­ ticulture crafts are a few of the topics to be featured at a Fall 4-H Hort Workshop at 9:30 a.m. in the Plant and Soil Sciences Building on the MSU campus. Cost is $4 per person. The registration deadline is Sept. 16. The workshop is open to everyone from age 5 to 105 and there is something plann­ ed for all ages. Call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594 for a flyer. Pre-registration is required. Reserve your booth today for the: 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997 LAKE ODESSA - 3 plus bedroom, 2 bath, home in the country. Large pole barn with workshop, on 2 acres. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (RE110JS) 10 AM to 4:30 PM Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 Phone: 517-852-2145 Sij Q Booth Size and Rates: 8W-$35.00 8’xl0’ - $45.00 Limited 4’x 12’ - $40.00 — VACANT LAND — 2 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. (LT908JS) SADDLE LAKE - Lovely wooded lot, only 15 minutes from Lake Michigan. 90 x 100 lot with lake access. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT907JS) YOU BUILD OR WE’LL BUILD your dream home on 10 acre site, perked. (LT903DB) ncMitu WORKSHOP AND HALF BATH sets off this county lot with three bedroom home west of Charlotte. (RE116DB) LIVE NEAR LAKE ACCESS when you buy this home in Lake Odessa. 3 bedrooms, many updates. (RE113DB) OLIVET - Large lot in Olivet, can build home or place a mobile or manufactured home. Call today for more information. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT910JS) $21,500 — S ACRES — Wooded with pond on property. (LT914DB) ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. 90% leased. Good N.O.I. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) FROM OUR READERS COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. Animals subject of Sept. 4 meeting 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 To the editor: If you are interested in having or have 4-H animals, farm animals, exotic animals or dog kennels, on your property, or may want to sell your property to someone who may have or wants these animals, you’d better attend the Vermontville Village Council meeting, Thursday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. Elon and Janice Baker Vermontville 83 ACRE FARM ■ 2 homes, 2 barns, 3-car pole barn. Call Joan (517) 852-0863. (FM405JS) ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) Knowing your community and its people makes youfed "more at home." COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split) with the sale of the remaining property. the sidelines at Maple Valley's games this year, and eventu­ ally play a role in coaching the Lions. Pro-Bond Committee hosts public forum this Thursday Barry County Residents Hastings We advertise dally in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENT WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE! Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 6 New child care center opens in Vermontville tional Church, announced that they would have to close their doors because of financial dif­ ficulties. That center, the only one in Vermontville, had pro­ vided care for infants, pre­ schoolers and older children. The center had proven to be convenient to most, opening the doors early every morning and always there in a pinch when school unexpectedly The doors to "Little Friends Playhouse" opened for the first time last week, providing new child care and pre-school services in Vermontville just in time for the 1997-1998 academic year. Many parents had to scram­ ble to find appropriate child care last year after staff at the Maple Valley Child Care Cen­ ter, housed in the Congrega- MAPLE VALLEY ADULT EDUCATION High School Completion, Alternative Education & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All other adults may take a class for $50.00 for 2 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES • MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 6:00 pm -10:00 pm EVENING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 TUESDAY Civics - C. Parkinson Independent Study & MONDAY Computer Science - J. Swartz Data Base xcel Spreadsheet Word MS Office Access World History C. Parkinson WEDNESDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study & World Geography - D. Hustwick English - L. Miller THURSDAY Science - T. Mix Math & Independent Study - T. Mix ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN TUESDAY, AUGUST 26,1997 8:00 A.M. ■ 3:00 P.M. Classes will be held in the church on the corner of Washington and Queen Street in Nashville Math Science English World Geography Physical Education/Health Consumer Education Civics World History U.S. History ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education Office is located In the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School — 12:00 Noon-10:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday 852-2145 JIOT mm xjfr y o Tylenol closed. Little Friends Playhouse will be almost a carbon copy of that center. Located just as the Maple Valley Center was, in the rear of the Congrega­ tional Church, it will have care providers for all ages. There also will be pre­ school classes available, snacks provided and the bus still stops right out front. To open another such facil­ ity was the brainstorm of Karen Woodman, who, as a working mom, felt lost with­ out some type of affordable and dependable care in the area. She had a teaching de­ gree, and thought this would be her opportunity to put her talents to work and help other mothers with child care woes that she had been experienc­ ing. She began discussing her idea for a new center with oth­ ers in neighborhood and fi­ nally approached the church board with her idea and re­ ceived a thumbs up. Woodman said she feels that child care is much more than just a place to go when mom and dad are at work or busy running errands. The center should be a place to make new friends and to leam. "At the Little Friends Play­ house, your child will have the opportunity to participate in activities that assist in de­ veloping cognitive, language, fine motor, large motor, so­ cial emotional and self help skills," she said. These will all help your child build his or her self esteem." The center opens at 6 a.m. every day (Monday through Friday) and lots of activities are planned throughout the day, including stories and art activities. Morning and after­ noon snacks are provided and parents have up until 6 p.m. to pick up their children. Aside from those who wish to enroll their children full “I feel that child care is much more than a place to go when mom and dad are at work.” time, there are part-time open­ ings available and even "drop­ in" accommodations. Like in other day care facili­ ties, children will need proof of immunizations and a checkup to enroll in the cen­ ter. Parents interested in the center, or wishing for more information, including fee schedules, can call the center at 726-1533 or stop by. Adult Education enrichment classes to start here Sept. 15 Adults interested in a high school diploma or an enrich­ ment class can sign up now for the 1997-1998 academic year. The Maple Valley adult ed- 4iW)IN5 esoteric \ Extra Strength Fast Cap 125’s Skin Dbcoloratiun Fade Cream Esoterica 3 oz. Select Formulae Caplets, Gelc lcape or Geltabs Tylenol PM Caplets, Gelta bs or Gelcaps 39 Your Choice Dry Idea 24’s ■fg fl Anti-Perspirant Gel 2G.e2l5 oz. 19 Your Choice Your Choice Tylenol 8’s Extra Strength 24*s Caplets, Geltabs or Gelcaps or Extended Relief Caplets 24's Tavist-1 • 16’s - $5.39 Crest Select Formulas ucation office has reported that history, world geography and classes will begin in just two English can be obtained. And, weeks (Monday, Sept. 15) and on Thursday evenings, science will be offered both during the and math classes will be of­ day and in the evening to fit fered. During the daytime, math, most schedules. Those who are at least 19 years old who science, English, world geog­ have not yet obtained their raphy, physical education, high school diplomas can at­ consumer education, civics, tend the program and obtain and world and U.S. history will be offered. Those hours their credits at no cost. "Adults who have a hard are from 8:30 a.m. until 3 time making the evening p.m. Monday through Friday classes held at the high school and all classes are held at the can still participate," said Deb alternative education center on Baker. "We will be accepting the comer of Washington and them during the day into our Queen streets in Nashville. alternative education sched­ Daytime classes began last week, but those interested still ule." Just what is available and have time to catch up. What about those who have where should one go? Evening classes are held ev­ already graduated and just need ery Monday, Tuesday, to brush up on computer Wednesday and Thursday. On skills or maybe math skills? Mondays, anyone needing to That too is available at the brush up on computer skills cost of $50 per eight weeks of can take a computer science instruction. class which will offer instruc­ Those who want to enroll tion on data base, spread or needing more information sheet, MS Office, Excel, should call 852-2145, or stop Word and Access. Tuesday into the Community Educa­ night classes include civics, tion office at the high school independent and world history. between noon and 10 p.m. On Wednesday credits for U.S Monday through Thursday. ★★★ BARGAIN OF THE WEEK ★★★ Tavist-1 Toothpaste 6.4 oz. Yes Affordable and dependable child care is available in Vermontville! Little Friends Playhouse located in the rear of the Congregational Church is open Monday through Friday and pre-school classes are also available. 24’S 019 Select Formulas Your Choice Adding Hours Serving Nashville & Sunfield It is as simple as black and white... 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September 2, 1997 — Page 8 Obituaries Car wash planned to benefit Maple Valley band program Fredrick Allen ‘Fred’ VanAn Julia Draper and Christy Cook were out in the parking lot doing a little practice for the car wash this weekend. These girls are among the Maple Valley band students hoping to go to the Peach Bowl and they're trip will be expensive. They will all be stationed at the fire barn this Saturday with hoses in hand hoping for your donation! The teens will be trying to last June, when it was earn money for their planned announced that they would be trip to the Peach Bowl over making the trip. It began with a letter to the Christmas holiday break. Band members have been Maple Valley Band Director focusing on fund-raisers since Dennis Vanderhoef, who said that a personal invitation such as this is rare, and that the lo­ cal band had been chosen based on performances in past years. Funds for such trips are limited, and the teens now are asking for some help from the community. Residential • Commercial • Farm Band members said there is no word on just how long the Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank car wash will last. Some say Sales — Service they will keep right on scrub­ 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair bing until they run out of steam or out of soap. Either way, they plan to make a day Richard Cobb • David Cobb of it, and the fee will be charged on a free-will donation basis. This is the first of many 270 N. Pease Rd. such fund-raisers planned for Vermontville Mien. Lie. #23-174tf this fall. Watch the Maple Valley News for details. Maple Valley Band mem­ bers will be in front of the fire barns in both Nashville and Vermontville to wash cars and trucks about 9 a.m. this Saturday (Sept. 6). 517-726-0577 J Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! <0 </) F YOUR JOB IS YOUR rCREDt Ji EASY - terms .. d . 2 2 2 2 Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment CRAFTERS NEEDED for 2nd annual Caledonia Bands 2000 craft show. Nov. 22nd Caledonia Middle School 9230 Kraft Ave. Call Pam at 616-868-5212 ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Real Estate CHEBOYGAN COUNTY: 10.02 Hilly Acres wooded with Oak, Maple, and Beech trees. Ideal hunting and camping spot Short walk to State Land. $16,500, $500 down, $200/mo., 11% Land Contract. Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118 or www.northemlandco.com. Nora Lemon Sessions REYNOLDS, GEORGIA Mrs. Nora Lemon Sessions, age 84, of Reynolds, Georgia, passed away Friday, August 22, 1997 in a Macon County hospital. Mrs. Sessions was a native of Scotts and had lived in Reynolds, Georgia for four years moving from Ruskin, Florida. She was married to the late Frank V. Sessions. Mrs. Sessions along with her husband help raise 13 foster children. She was a member of Northside Baptist Church of Ruskin, Florida and was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her son, Allen Dale (Sammy) Sessions as well as her husband, Frank V. Sessions. Mrs. Sessions is survived by her daughter, Bonnie Lee Mead of Reynolds, Georgia; a sister, Bessie Woodham of Scotts; seven grandchildren and twenty two great grandchildren. In lieu offlowers, the family suggests donations to your favorite Christian charity. The family will be at the residence of Donald and Bonnie Mead, Rt. 2 Box 138 A, Reynolds, Georgia 31076. Funeral arrangements were made by Goddard Funeral Home in Reynolds, Georgia. Marion Sidney Corey VERMONTVILLE - Marion Sidney Corey, age 75, of Vermontville, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 1997. Mr. Corey was bom on January 24, 1922 in Vermont­ ville, the son of Marion C. and Olive L (Shetenhelm) Corey. He was a 1939 graduate of Vermontville High School. He was married to Flossie Case on July 11, 1953. Mr. Corey served in the United States Army during World War H. He worked as a tool and die maker for Aluminum Extru­ sions in Charlotte until his retirement. Mr. Corey was a member of the American Legion Post #222 of Vermontville. He is survived by his wife, Flossie; one son, Roger of Vermontville and a sister, Mary Weiss of Ft. Collins, Colorado. Funeral services were held on Saturday, August 30, 1997 at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville. Reverend David Johnston offi­ ciated. Interment took place at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund or Vermontville Fire Department. Funeral arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Vermontville Hardware WATER HEATER SALE ENERGY EFFICIENT 4O-Gal. Natural Gas Tall or Short......................... 4O-Gal. Propane Gas Tall or Short............................ 4O-Gal. 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Miscellaneous Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 Charlotte; eight grandchildren; took place in the Meadow­ eleven great grandchildren and brook Cemetery, Mulliken. one brother, Elmer (Virginia) Memorial contributions Van Antwerp of Lake Odessa. may be made to the Sunfield Funeral services were held Area Sponser of Programs for Thursday, August 28, 1997 at Youth Scholarship Fund aka the Rosier Funeral Home, S.P. Y. ’s Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in P.O. Box 36, Sunfield, MI Sunfield. Reverend Clinton J. 48890 in memory of Fred A. Galloway officiated. Interment Van Antwerp, Sr. Help Wanted HAIR staff Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your & Ask for Ken Today! LEGAL acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2+ car garage, deck, french doors, cathedral ceiling w/fan, fire­ place, washer and dryer, $185,000. Anxious to sell call 517-852-9467._____________ STATE FOREST Kalkaska. 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Mr. Van Antwerp was a longtime member of the Sunfield Lions Club, working on many Farmers Picnics. He also was a volunteer firemand and a member of the F & AM Sunfield Lodge. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary M. Van Antwerp; three children, Fred­ rick Allen (Marilyn) Van Antwerp, Jr. of Lainsburg, Christopher P. (Jill) Van Antwerp of Lowell and Louann (Ed) Woodman of --- (0 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: IF YOU ARE THE PERSON(S) WHO TOOK THE CHILDREN’S CAR AND TEETERTOTTER FROM OUR BACKYARD, WOULD YOU PLEASE BE GOOD ENOUGH TO RETURN THEM? DIANA’S DAYCARE NOTICE The Board of Commissioners for the County of Eaton met in regular session at the County Facilities, in the City of Charlotte on Wednesday, August 20 1997. Minutes of the meeting are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1045 Independence Blvd., Charlotte or phone 543-7500, ext. 225 or 485-6444, ext. 225. Linda M. Twitchell Clerk of the Board of Commissioners �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Page 9 Blood drive is Sept. 9 in Nashville w w SK O O ««{» «'«{» o> The Barry County Red Cross will conduct a blood drive in Nashville at the Castleton Township Hall Tuesday, Sept. 9. Goal for this drive will be 60 pints. Karen Despres, director of the Barry County Red Cross, said “The severe shortages continue to be a concern for all of us with the ever challenging job of collecting blood. This time of year a lot of donors are on vacation, traveling here and there. At the same time these folks are vacationing they are more apt to receive some kind of serious injury, causing a need for more blood products. “Summer is also the time of year when most people will schedule elective surgery. That way they can enjoy the summer weather, rather than look out the window at dead grass, bare trees or snow. “A few weeks ago I said my husband had received two units of blood during surgery. Now, because he was doing some internal i bleeding, that figure has increased to five units. We are both very grateful to people that care enough to donate blood. Without them, he may not David Musser 90th birthday Dewey Musser celebrated his 99th birthday on Sunday, Aug. 24 at Thomapple Manor which was hosted by his seven children; Elaine (Kenneth) Foote, Anita Boutwell, Dewey (Elaine) Musser, Dorothy June (Don) Shellenbarger, Lawrence (Barbara) Musser, Arnold (Patricia) Musser, and Ruth (Mark) Roberts. He has 24 grand­ children, many great grand­ children and great great grandchildren. He is a resident of Thomapple Manor. Engagements * Jr: ®Hjta)i» 1P Z.Qrt1^ jj® taHfefi fail! Mjft «|Mlifefe ftlMlllillt tin liffilffitEK Iistaof rifttaM Kl^Osfc wMftftrM; fflMl »*||JJM i|5Mf»| /mi moiOOu! Ter A vest - Walker to wed Mr. and Mrs. William TerAvest of Allegan an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Sara, to Dayton Walker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Walker of Vermontville. The bride-elect is employed by Michael K. Ivester, P.C. in Allegan. The prospective bridegroom is employed by Johnson Controls at Pharmacia and Upjohn Inc. in EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 1.2” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm have survived the ordeal we have been going through for the last three months.” Almost everybody can give blood. One must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in reasonably good health. For more information, call 1-800-968-4283. The American Red Cross of Barry County is a member agency of the Barry County United Way and is not funded by the federal government. Vermontville Girl Scouts to meet Sept 11 There is something new in the air with the service unit of the Vermontville Girl Scouts and many activities are being planned. The scouts will have mon­ thly family activities such as a potluck bonfire in October. They will participate in the Homecoming parade, have a family movie day in December, game afternoon in January, Father/Daughter Banquet in the spring, along with participation in the Syrup Festival in April. Those who would like to be a part of this year’s activities shold plan to attend an infor­ mational meeting Thursday, Sept. 11, at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church. There will be a short meeting for questions and answers and information, then level signup until 7:45 p.m. Girl Scouts are open to girls in K-12 grades, along with adult members and leaders. This promises to be an ex­ citing year for Girl Scouting. Those interested in joining the organization but unable to at­ tend the meeting should call Dawn Conklin at 726-1266 or Carla Rumsey at 726-1381. Garage Sale BIG GARAGE SALE multi family. Furniture, clothes, misc, 2-500 gal. fuel tanks, engines. M-79 to S. Mason Rd. 6th house on left. September 3rd & 4 th. Portage. The couple is planning an October wedding. 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Monday, Sept. 8 Com dog, baked beans, fruit cocktail, vanilla pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 9 Ravioli, roll and honey, whole kernel com, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Wednesday, Sept. 3 Nachos, green beans, ap­ plesauce, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 4 Pepperoni pizza, whole kernel com, peaches, apple brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 5 Chicken nuggets, scalloped potatoes, roll and honey, fresh fruit, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 8 M-66 Tire ’’HP Oil Changes • Mechanic on Duty Struts • Shocks • Brakes • Mufflers • Batteries Petersen Enterprises 616-374-1200 Buy Sell & Trade Used Cars & Trucks 7775 Saddle Bag Lake Rd., M-66 Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Com dog, baked beans, fruit cocktail, vanilla pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 9 Ravioli, roll and honey, whole kernel com, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold dai­ ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Eaton County Deputies are searching for three Hispanic males in connection with the theft of a personal safe from a home in Sunfield Township. On Friday, Aug. 22, at about 3 p.m., deputies were called to Shaytown Road, Sunfield Township, where three Hispanic males, had entered a handicapped elderly female’s residence on the pretense of the house needing Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD August 6, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. All board members present. Minutes from July meeting approved. Treasurer’s report approved. Bills in the amount of $4,949.95 approved for payment. Committee reports were given. Approved a second applica­ tion of chloride. Township to purchase a fax machine and typewriter. Appointed Patricia Baker­ Smith as Trustee. Appointed L. Pixley to Fire and Ambulance Boards. Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson Clerk Attested to by: J.W. Cooley, Supervisor (100) For Rent NASHVILLE- NASHVILLE PARK APARTMENTS 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. Community Notices THE PUTNAM DISTRICT LIBRARY BOARD will hold a hearing at the library on Wednesday, September 10 at 1:00 p.m. for the purpose of discussing the 1997-1998 budget. For Sale SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations KING SIZE “PILLOW TOP” Deluxe mattress set with frame and decor brass headboard “Brand New”! Cost $1,400, must sell! $375. 1-517-676-6414____________ LARGE WOOD COMPU­ TER stand, $40. 517-852-0940 or 517-566-2153.___________ SWEET CORN FOR By the dozen or the Excellent for freezing. south of I M-50 on 616-367-4111. SALE: bushel. 1 mile M-66. • Full Color Copies • Typesetting For Sale Automotive • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps 1989 FORD F-150 XLT Lariet Extended cab, good condition, $6,500, Call 517-852-9467. (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 _____________ SHARP 1993 SSE BONNE­ VILLE Firm $14,000. Phone 517-566-2153 or 2154. new shingles. As two of the suspects kept the woman busy and distracted her, the third went into a bedroom closet and removed the safe contain­ ing an unknown amount of cash and personal papers. The victim’s son arrived at the residence as the suspects were leaving. The subject’s are described as: Slim build, possibly in his late 20s, last seen wearing jeans and a light blue shirt. The second approximately 5’5”, wearing Levi shorts, a tan shirt and had a mustache and medium build. The third was approximate­ ly 5’9”, older with a heavy build. The vehicle they were driv­ ing is described as a full size Chevy pickup with a short box, tan in color, with a top- per on the back of the truck. The topper is the same color as the truck. The front and back license plates are a tan color with dark letters. Eaton County Sheriff Rick Wahl warns all Eaton County Residents to be on the alert for persons trying to enter the home by saying they are sell­ ing products or that they are repair people. “Always ask for ap­ propriate identification from gas or telephone technicians and do not hesitate to contract law enforcement officers if you feel that there is suspicious activity,” Wahl said. If you have any information on the above persons, call the Eaton County Sheriff Depart­ ment at (517) 543-3512 or (517) 372-8217. Eaton Jr. Livestock Ass. to meet The Eaton County Junior Livestock Association will meet Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Of­ fice Building in Charlotte. The meeting is open to beef (including dairy steers and veal), sheep, and swine 4-H members, leaders and parents. Agenda items include educational programs for 1998, officer nominees for 1997-98, and 1998 sale committees. For more information, call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Girl Scout registration set Sept. 11 A Girl Scout registration event will be held from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at the Vermontville United Methodist Church. For more information, call Dawn Conklin at 726-1266. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Sept. 10 — Horse Developmental Committee Post Fair Meeting, USDA, 7:00 p.m. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. Sept. 18 — Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Sept. 20 & 21 — Calhoun County 4-H Rodeo in Marshall. Now through Sept. 30 — Pesticide Collection — Clean Sweep — (Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds) — Call the Exten­ sion Office for details. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS UNDERSTOOD FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE. $10,000 — $ 88 /mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo Debt Consolidation Cash for Any Purpose One-Hour Pre-Approval Fixed Rates CAPITAL SEEKERS, INC. APR 8.75% @240 mo (OAC) CALL 1>800-669*8957 TODAY! Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO never lived in, will move if necessary. 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Must sell. Call 1-800-538-7870.________ FIRST TIME HOME buyer. We represent several banks. Repos, new/used, hundreds to choose from. Tax and title down. 1-800-538-7870.___________ LAKEFRONT & LAKE ACCESS on Green Lake in Caledonia. New 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Immediate occupancy. Payments as low as $220 per month. Call Hometown USA 1-800-538-7870____________ WHY RENT WHEN you can own. Three bedroom, two bath. As little as $1,500 down payment, $290 a month. Call 1-800-538-7870. Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals * Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �1817/1807 Females Seeking Males Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute A CAREER WOMAN Cheerful single medium build, country music, honest, sincere 48. Ad#. 1096 white mom, 38, 5*5", enjoys family times, dancing, seeks kind, single white male, 33­ COULD WORK OUT Slender SWF, 40, 5'5”, outgoing and friendly, N/S, professional, enjoys ten­ nis, biking, swimming, the outdoors, seeking intelligent SWM who enjoys similar activities, 40-50, no children. Ad#. 1754 NEW ADVENTURES SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Single white mom of two, 35, 5’7”, non­ smoker, professional, independent, loves motorcycling, dancing, music, camping, seeks funny, outgoing, attracattrac­ tive single white male, 32-45, nonsmoker. Ad#.5962 Professional divorced white female, 48, 5'9”, medium build, non-smoker, from the Albion area, enjoys dancing, movies, nature and more, seeks downto-earth single white male, 45-52. Ad#.2435 PRINCE CHARMING WANTED COLOR MY WORLD Slender single Hispanic female, 32, 5’1", non-smoker, enjoys cooking, rollerblading, sports, biking, resides in Battle .Creek, seeking slim single Christian male, 24-40. Ad#. 1264 Single white female, 50, 5’1”, 132lbs., blue-eyed blonde, professional, nonsmoker, likes music, dancing, plays, concerts, fishing,, biking, g, baseball, g, l, seeks compatible single white male, 4555. Ad#.8498 DOESN’T TALK MUCH Slender SWF, 18,5*8”, 11 Bibs., brown hair/eyes, N^S, student, friendly, seeks medium-bujlt SM, 18-21, who is fun­ loving and spontaneous. Ad#.5352 TIME NEVER STOPS Bashful, reserved SW mom, 21, 5'5”, medium build, interests are movies, dining out, quiet times, seeks friendly SWM, 21-30, N/S, non-drinker. Ad#.1123 YOUNG AT HEART Outgoing, friendly, attractive SWF, 62, 5'4”, enjoys flea markets, traveling, country living, seeking SWM, 60-71, for companionship. Ad#.6697 A GIVER NOT A TAKER Slim single white Christian female, 56, 5*4”, 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys motorcycle riding, dancing, pic­ nicking, traveling seeking single white Christian male, 50-60, to cuddle with. Ad#.1758 FUNTOBEWITH Open-minded SWF, 18, 57”, blue-eyed blonde, student, smoker, likes rollerblading, cruising, movies, partying, the beach, seeks SM, with similar inter­ ests. Ad#. 7616 TIME TO SHARE Trustworthy, good-humored, fun single white female, 37, 5’1”, non-smoker, enjoys being with her kids,, sports,, seeks honest single white male who enjoys similar activities, 32-47. Ad#.4726 HOLD MY HAND Professional SWF, 49, 5*4”, medium build, green-eyed blonde, people per­ son, loves l beach walks, biking, rollerblading, g, seeks honest,, open, p , car-­ ing SWM, N/S, 46-58, for fun times. Ad#.3O15 Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute LOOKING FOR MRS. RIGHT Heavyset WWWM, 29, 6’, brown hair/eyes, N/S, lives in Plainwell, likes camping, fishing, hiking, dining out, seeks compatible SWF, 25-40, kids okay,-for possible marriage. Ad#.3598 ings you: HEART OF GOLD LIFE’S TOO SHORT Place COULD RE IDEAL psineiBd oFchange,, t-heriyou need to call ACCEPT ME FOR ME LAID-BACK Single white female, 20, 5'5”, 115lbs., sandy blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys dancing, socializing, good times, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. Ad#.6594 LOYAL HEARTS ONLY Youthful SWF, 59, 5'3”, medium build, auburn red hair, green eyes, loves dancing, festivals, seeks honest SWM, under 60, childless, non-drinker. Ad#.4561 SHARE TIME WITH ME Outgoing single white female, 51,5*5”, medium build, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, likes fishing, knitting, camp­ fires, cuddling, dancing, cooking, boat­ ing, seeks fun-loving single white male, over 48, who likes to laugh. Ad#.4226 DREAMS DO COME TRUE Vibrant SHF, 18, 5’5", 120lbs., dark hair, hazel eyes, N/S, non-drinker, from the Middleville area, enjoys cre­ ative writing and reading, seeks fun­ loving, energetic SHM, under 23. Ad#.5555 'tfcjayand 1 EE ad. To place your FREE ad and be matched instantly with area singles, Call 1-800-558-4394 heipturn 24hoursaday! To listen to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, Call 1-900-860-2104 ONLY Y $1.99 per minute will be charged to your monthly tele- phone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older aand have a touchtone LOTS OF FUN REACH OUT TO MEI Cheerful SWF, 19, 57", N/S, non­ drinker, adventurous, hobbies include movies, boating, taking walks, seeks open medium-built SWM, 20-26, N/S. Ad#.8237 Single white male, 49,6*, fit, blue eyes, smoker, honest, employed, em from Battle Creek, enjoys long l drives, cooking, pool, renting movies, poetry, oldies music, seeks positive, compassionate single white female, 40-49. Ad#.3844 A LOVING HEART Kind, understanding SW mom, 46,4’8”, medium build, a smoker, non-drinker, seeks open-minded, loving, laid-back SWM, 45-65, who enjoys fishing and fix­ ing things around the house. Ad#. 1950 YOU’RE THE ONE FOR ME Single white female, 45, 5'5”, medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, attractive, vivacious, dancing, reading, sports and country-western concerts, music, seeks physically fit, attractive single white male. Ad#.2371 WORTH THE WAITI Single white female, 58, 4*11”, 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacious, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dancing, movies, flea markets and romantic evenings, seeking compassionate single male, SO65. Ad#.1735 SPECIAL TIMES ONE FINE CHOICE SW mom, 19, 5’4", heavyset, dirty blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys swim­ ming, movies, theme parks, seeks mature, honest SM, 18-28, N/S, non­ drinker. Ad#.7129 SW mom, 19, 5'3”, medium build, blue­ eyed blonde, N/S, looking to meet an accepting SW SWM, under 23, who likes kids. Ad#.8O83 IT WAS MEANT TO BE... LETS HANG OUTI Intelligent DW mom, 34, 5'8", heavy­ set, N/S, from Bloomingdale, enjoys time with her kids, animals, camping, fishing, seeks accepting SWM, under 45. Ad#.471O Single white mom, 20,5'7", slim, adventurous, bubbly, smoker, enjoys being with friends, going to clubs, the beach, four-wheeling, seeks fun-loving, medium-built single white male, 22-26. Ad#.4249 DASH OF SWEETNESS LOVING MOM Good-natured SWF, 20, 5'4”, light hair, brown eyes, enjoys spending time with her son, seeking fun-loving SWM, 19­ 25. Ad#.9293 STATUESQUE! WAITING FOR YOU WHY BE ALONE? Slender SW mom, 30, 5’2”, friendly, hobbies are movies, walks, family activ­ ities, seeks delightful, fun-loving SWM, 28-40, kids a plus, prefers N/S. Ad#.6792 SENSITIVE SIDE SW mom, 22,5’4", N/S, funny, romantic, employed, seeks self-sufficient SBM, 23-35, for long-term relationship. Ad#.1257 GOOD-NATURED WHY ARE YOU WAITING? Single white dad, 39, 5'10”, average build, brown hair, non-smoker, easygo­ ing. interested in live music, seeks medium-built, happy single white female, 30-45, to share time with. Ad#.9587 HERE IAMII Single white male, 42, 5'9”, 155lbs., down-to-earth, caring, sensitive, smok­ er, likes swimming, children, the out­ doors, hiking, the beach, cooking, house plants, seeks single female, with similar qualities. Ad#. 1020 TODAY IS YOUR LUCKY DAY! Single white male, 46, 5'11”, smoker, enjoys camping, fishing, bowling, soft­ ball, the outdoors, seeks kind, caring, compassionate, fun-loving single white female, 35-50, to share his life with. Ad#.1O28 HEAR ME OUT Single white dad, 48, 5'9”, 175lbs., medium build, non-smoker, employed, enjoys photography, woodworking, architecture, lives in Marshall, seeks healthy, intelligent single female, 35-48. Ad#.2O89 ADORABLE Outgoing SBM, 35, 6*1”, smoker, occa­ sional drinker, lives in South Haven, interests include sports, movies, plays, hoping to meet SWF, 20-50. Ad#.9991 MAKE AN EFFORT Single white dad, 23, 6'4”, 210lbs., brown hair, green eyes, friendly, smok­ er, employed, enjoys dancing, dubs, music, working on cars, races, seeks fun-loving, honest single black female, Ad#.1973 MUTUAL RESPECT ing, pool, movies, quiet evenings, seeks SWM 23-30 N/S who enjoys kids. Ad#.1528 Ad#.1528 SW mom, 21, 5’5", sociable, fun-lov­ ing, N/S, enjoys dancing, country music, going out, lives in Plainwell, looking for responsible, employed SM, 20-35, who loves children. Ad#. 1031 PETITE PROFESSIONAL ADORES HIS KIDS A GENTLE WOMAN Single white female, 49, 5’2", slim, enjoys__travel, m,ovies, coo.koguatsr-, dening, dining out, seeks kind, sincere, honest white male, 45-55, who is a non­ smoker. Ad#. 1150 SWF, 72, 5’5", personable, outgoing, N/S, retired, lives in South Haven, enjoys the beach, walking, quiet evenings, dancing, dining out, looking for kind, humorous SWM, 60-70, with similar interests. Ad#.551O Single white dad, 30, 5'10", medium build, sandy brown hair, from Battle Creek, enjoys reading, movies, music, home life, seeks stable single white female, 25-35. Ad#.1611 Medium-built SWF, 19, 5’1", redhead, green eyes, N/S, enjoys shooting pool, partying, dancing, seeks outgoing SM, 19-29, to share fun times with. Ad#.7781 SW mom, 21, 5'5”, plump, auburn hair, green eyes, N/S, employed, likes bowl­ ARE YOU KEEN? DANCE WITH ME CAREFREE SPIRIT A humorous SW mom, 26, 5’7”, with brown hair, hazel eyes, N/S, enjoys hockey, as well as the outdoors, rodeos, seeks medium-built SWM, 24­ 38 with similar interests, children wel­ come. Ad#. 2503 SWF, 18, 5’2", 100lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, shy, happy, likes to party, ride horses, work on cars, lifting weights, seeks high-spirited, compatible SM, 18-19, for possible relationship. Ad#.4465 CHARMING Stable SBCM, 39, 6*4”, from Grand Rapids, enjoys movies, dining out, traveling, dancing, seeks rare, roman­ tic S/DF, 38-44, 5’9"+, N/S. Ad#.4653 CHILDREN ARE COOL Shy-natured SWM, 18, 5*9", slim, inter­ ests include sports, movies, kids, seeks good-natured SWF, 18-21, N/S, non­ drinker preferred. Ad#.8499 THE MOON, STARS & YOU Sincere, thoughtful SW dad of one, 27, 5'8”, sHm, N/S, from the South Haven area, enjoys movies, beach walks, hiking and cooking, seeks compassionate, loving SWF, 23-32. Ad#.3453 LETS MEET SWM, 57,5'4”, .blue-eyed blond, enjoys going to church, football, basketball, seeking SWF, 55-58, for companionship. Ad#.6555 TOGETHERNESS SWM,,, 51, 5’11”, heavyset,, outgoing,, N/S, enjoys the lake, dining out, quiet evenings at home, seeks confident, affectionate, easygoing, caring, fun-loving SWF, 45-50, for possible relationship. Ad#.3624 READY FOR A RELATIONSHIP SWM, 28. 5’10", 136lbs., quiet, reserved, v, N/S,, non-drinker,, lives v inn Martin, likes helping people, the out­ doors, animals, children, sports, long walks, seeks slim, SF, N/S, under 34. Ad#. 1204 . LOTS TO GIVE Loyal single white dad of two, 37, 6'1”, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, employed, seeking kind, sincere, outgoing single white female, 25-40. Ad#.8334 AMI WHAT YOU SEEK? GREAT CONVERSTATION... Single white male, 28, 6'6”, 210lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, from Battle Creek, likes all sports, dining out, danc­ ing, working out, seeks attractive single white female, 21-30. Ad#. 5000 HE’LL CALL YOU BACK! Single white male, 25, 5'11", personable, extroverted, likes movies, bowling, walks, looking for employed,, drug­ free, non-drinking, childless single white female, 18-35, who does not smoke, Ad#. 1997 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 45, 5'7”, non-’ ssmoker, lmoker, social drinker, Interesting, likes to dance, camping In cabins, cooking, seeks single white female, under 46. Ad#.1255 A PHONE CALL AWAY Single nge white we male, mae, 36,, 5'5”, short brown hair, non-smoker, glasses, per­ sonable, enjoys comedy, bike riding, camping, traveling, seeks single white female, 30-38, a non-smoker. Ad#. 1536 LAUGH WITH ME! Single white male, 22, 5*10”, 155lbs., friendly, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes sports, music, long walks, dubs, seeks medium-built single female, 1928, with no children. Ad#. 1211 IS IT MEANT TO BE? Single white male, 42, 5'11”, easygo­ ing, understanding, likes walking, Dike riding, sports, dining out, dancing, seeks non-drinking, non-smoking, loving, caring single female, under 45. Ad#.1216 A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6', medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20- 24, no children, for possible relationship. Ad#. 8914 Single white male, 50, 6’1", 185lbs., from Battle Creek, seeks interesting, monogamous, slim single white female, 40-52, for long-term relationship. Ad#.1881 NO GAMES PLEASEI EASYGOING LOVE IN FULL BLOOM SWM, 28, 5*11”, 180lbs., laid-back, smoker, enjoys walks, camping, auto racing, horseback riding, the outdoors, seeks honest, sincere SWF, 23-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.4856 Nice SWM, 46, 5*6”, medium build, enjoys sports, music, country dancing, seeks S/DF, 35-48, non-drinker, for possible long-term relationship. ’ Ad#.7132 FOUR-WHEELING IS FUN Employed SW dad, 24, 5’9”, slim, out­ going, nice, friendly, enjoys family.times, racing motorcycles, seeks slender SWF, 21 ♦, light drinker, likes kids. Ad#.6661 TOUCH OF SHYNESS Pleasant SWM, 21, 5*9”, medium build, smoker, light drinker, enjoys fishing, bik­ ing, boating, the lake, seeks friendly, slender SF, of any age. Ad#. 1275 JUST VISITING EARTH Single man from Mars, 47, 6', 165lbs., looking for slender or medium-built sin­ gle woman from Venus, 38-50, non­ smoker, who enjoys dancing, movies, comedy shops and easy listening music. Ad#.2659 TAKE A CHANCE ON MEI Single white male, 50, 5*9”, dark hair, brown eyes, smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys cookouts, cycling, walking, golf, dancing, movies, seeks single white female, 35-55. Ad#.3143 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY! Single black male, 18, from Battle Creek, enjoys bowling, swimming, din­ ing out, ball games, seeks hardworking, energetic single female. Ad#.2500 YOU BE THE JUDGE SWM, 22, 5*10”, medium build, brown hair, low-keyed, enjoys football, weightlifting, seeks nice-looking SWF, 18-30, N/S, non-drinker, childless. Ad#.2546 BASED ON TRUST Single white male, 22, 5*10", 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, Battle Creek resident, seeks kind-hearted sin­ gle female, over 18, for relationship. Ad#.7157 POSITIVE THINKER Slender Catholic SWM, 19,6*. indepen­ dent, active, self-employed, N/S, lives in Caledonia, likes going out, pool, jet ski­ ing, country music, seeks interesting, slim SWF, 18-25. Ad#.8818 LOVING LIFE! Hardworking, humorous single white male, 30,57”, 160lbs., brown hair, non­ smoker, from Battle Creek, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#. 1741 4S1TYOU? Single white dad, 38, 5*9”, 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, tikes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 LIKES TO CHAT! Single white male, 45, 5*7”, 145lbs., creative, likes being with his daughter, plays, music, reading, cooking, nature,J seeks single white female. Ad#. 1286 YOU WONT BE SORRY A CUDDLY CHARACTER Single white dad, 26, 5'9”, medium build, seeks slender single white female, 20-28, who enjoys romantic evenings and spontaneous adventures. Ad#.7677 SWM, 41, 5’8", 175lbs., smoker,enjoys time withhis sons, camping, fishing, g, long walks, billiards, rock ti roll, bowling, owling, seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 28-41, who loves chil­ dren. Ad#.2425 SHY & QUIET Medium-built single white male, 44, 5'2”, non-smoker, lives in Bellvue, likes fishing, walking, biking, quiet times at home, seeks single female, under 44, for good relationship. Ad#.967O MOVED FROM PHOENIX SWM, 25, 5'11”, sociable, smoker, employed, lives in Lansing area, likes movies, biking, hiking, camping, seeks medium-built SWF, 23-36, for nice gettogethers. Ad#.2887 TIME TO SETTLE DOWN Professional SWM, 39, 6’, likes danc­ ing, billiards, volleyball, movies, walk­ ing, photography, seeks SWF, under 39, N/S, who wants to start a family. Ad#.2175 ENJOYS TOGETHERNESS Single white dad, 47,5’11”, non-smok­ er, enjoys movies, plays, outdoor activ­ ities, spending time at home, seeks slim, adventurous, communicative sin­ gle white female, 38-52. Ad#. 1250 ONE NICE GUY FOREVER YOUNG Respectful, chivalrous single white male, 19, 6’1”, non-smoker, enjoys humor, music, socializing, seeks friend­ ly single female, 18-25, race not impor­ tant. Ad#.3O29 SWM, 43, 5'9", medium build, enjoys car repair, rock-n-roll music, the out­ doors, seeking fun-loving SWF, 33-45, i medium build, for possible relation­ ship. Ad#.2276 DEVELOP A LIFE? LETS MEET FOR COFFEE Caring, loyal single white male, 37, 5’11”, 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battlecreek, likes movies, photog­ raphy, animals, music, seeks similar sin­ gle white female, 28-42. Ad#.1111 SWM, 26, 6', 200lbs., blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium build, N/S, enjoys rollerblading, the race track, dancing, seeks flexible, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 CINDERELLA’S SLIPPER Single white male, 29, 5'8", 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys sports, travel, leisure activities, in search of an attractive, petite single white female, 21- 35, who is fun to be around. Ad#.966O Divorced white dad, 38, 5’6”, brown hair/eyes, enjoys house work and spending time with his children, from the Battle Creek area, seeking kind-hearted single white female, who likes children. Ad#.2O21 Effective August 27,1997 there will be a new 900 number at the same rate. The new number will be 1-900-476-6216 SOCIABLE TYPE TRUE LOVE Single white male, 50, 6’1", 220lbs., non-smoker, enjoys walks in the woods, camping, hiking, the beach, cards, chess, dancing, seeks strong single white female. Ad#.375O ONE WITH NATURE Attractive SW dad, 29, 6’, 185lbs., medium build, enjoys sports, camping, canoeing, seeks attractive, trim, employed SW mom, 22-25, for possi­ ble relationship. Ad#.935O I’M NEW TO THE AREA Fit single white male, 43,6*. blue-eyed blond, non-smoker, light drinker, col­ lege educated, enjoys jazz, movies, tennis, seeks non-smoking single white female, 35-43. Ad#.875O All you need to know MY LOOKS ARE PLEASANT To place an ad by recording your voice greeting call 1-800-558-4394. enter option 1,24 hours a day! To listen to ads or leave your message call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 1 for our new automated interview, or option 2. Single white male, 46, 6'2", medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, commit­ ment-minded, seeks single white female, 35-45, no head games please. Ad#.188O WE’LL TALK MOREI To listen to messages, call 1-800-558-4394, enter option 2, once every 7 days for FREE, or call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4, anytime. To listen to or, leave a message for your Suitable System Matches call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4. For complete confidentiality, give your Confidential Mailbox Number instead of your phone number when leaving a message. Call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per .minute, enter option 4, to listen to responses left for you and find out when your replies were picked up. To renew, change or cancel your ad, call Customer Service at 1-800-273-5877. Check with your local phone company tor a possible 900 block if you’re having trouble dialing the 900#. If your ad was deleted, re-record your voice greeting, remembering NOT to use a cordless phone. 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Ad#.174O �The Mople Valley News, Noshville, Tuesday, September 2, 1997 — Poge 12 Fourth quarter flurry staged by Lady Lion basketball team Maple Valley's best efforts Thursday came during the 23point fourth quarter. But it wasn't enough to topple a very solid Fowler girls basketball squad. The Lady Lions lost their season- opener 63-47. "The girls made an excellent comeback in the fourth quarter," Maple Valley Coach Jerry Reese said. "It was an excellent effort." Dawn Stine paced the M.V. squad with 16 points, 10 of those coming before halftime. Stine also led the team with 9 rebounds and 6 steals. Stacie Goris managed 11 points, Erica Krolik pulled down 9 caroms and Leslie Grant scored 9 points and grabbed another 5 rebounds. The Lady Lions were 14for-50 from 2-point range, 5of-12 from- triple land and made 4-of-8 free throw attempts in the contest. The next opponent for Coach Reese's squad is Portland St. Pats today (Tuesday) on the road. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 37 — Tuesday, September 9, 1997 Vermontville to study animal control proposal for village by Jason Carr Staff Writer A standing-room only crowd Thursday evening sharply criticized attempts by the Vermontville Village Council to regulate what types of animals may be kept lieve a village is not a place to keep 4-H and other bam within village limits. Council Member Rod Har­ yard animals. He said the vil­ mon said the village's attorney lage is not necessarily looking has said the village can con­ at banning common pets and trol and regulate animals and could possibly make an excep­ that a majority ofresidents be- tion for the Syrup Festival. Maple Valley Superintendent says school not abandoning Kellogg by Jason Carr Staff Writer With an election on Maple Valley's $8,665 million bond proposal less than two weeks away, School Superintendent Clark Volz said there are misconceptions about what the district plans with the Kellogg instructional building. The bond proposal calls for additions to and partial remodeling of Maplewood School, which would allow the district to move fourth-graders from Kellogg Elementary to Maplewood. Volz said Friday in a phone interview that Kellogg is a building of limited use to the district, but it could play a major role in community, alternative and adult education or possibly as a senior citizens center. in­ A new boiler is being installed at Kellogg, but it is not slated to receive additions or remodeling. Volz said this is to avoid additional costs which would be required to bring Kellogg up to standards required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Volz said to make Kellogg comply with the ADA, the district would have to install elevators and redo the bath- rooms. "I think every doorway also would have to be widened. But we still see it as a very viable educational facil­ ity for the community." Bond money used for Fuller Elementary, Maplewood School and Maple Valley Junior/Senior High School also would be used to bring those schools into compliance with the ADA and fire codes and upgrade electrical wiring. Volz also-said despite the impression from some in the community that bond money would be used to complete the See Kellogg school, P. 3 Vermontville Village Hall was packed Thursday night, with residents upset at the village's attempts to regulate animals within village limits. But village resident Mike Trumbull said he didn't see a majority of people supporting such an ordinance at the meet­ ing. Several residents said 4-H helps give Vermontville kids something to do besides run­ ning the streets late into the night. One man said kids in 4H learn about animals and veterinary science and lets them make some money while doing it. "I feel these kids have more of an understanding because they're in 4-H." Trumbull said Eaton County has a full-time animal control officer to handle complaints and the village has no police department to investigate other animal complaints. One of a few supporters of an ordinance said some resiSee Animal control, P. 2 Dance Ranch beer-wine license dies in Assyria Township the motion and the board voted against it. Country A request by the Country Fever owners Gary and Barb Fever Dance Ranch for a li- Phillips would have had 20 cense to sell beer and wine days to appeal the decision. faces an uphill struggle after a Boles told the Banner after motion to permit the request the meeting that the board's action means the Phillips died Tuesday night. No one on the Assyria cannot use the appeals route Township Board seconded Su­ because no decision was made pervisor Mike Boles' motion, from which to appeal. Howcausing the motion to fail. If ever, he said, if the Phillipses board member had seconded or another member of the by Jason Carr Staff Writer community wishes to discuss the request at the next board meeting they could do so. Boles explained to an over­ flow crowd of township resi­ dents during the meeting that the license itself is issued by the state, but the township as the first step in the process, must either approve or deny the request for a license. He said he has visited the Country Fever and found it to An attempt by the Country Fever Dance Ranch to obtain a license to sell beer and wine failed at last week's Assyria Township Board meeting. There is drinking at the business, but it is from people bringing alcohol to the parking lot and drinking... By bringing the drinking inside the business, it could be controlled and supervised. — Gary Phillips be a clean and well-run estab­ lishment and that it was in an appropriate spot for a beer and wine license. The Country Fever is located at the inter­ section of M-66 and West Lake Road. Gary Phillips explained to the board that the beer/wine license only covers those alco­ holic beverages and would not allow the business to sell hard liquor. He said that there is drinking at the business, but it is from people bringing al­ cohol to the parking lot and drinking. He contended that by bringing the drinking inside the business, it could be con­ trolled and supervised. "We're not a bar. We're not a place where people generally get drunk," Phillips said. "I think before anyone judges us they need to come out and see for themselves." The Phillipses said their in­ tention was to not use the permit if the business didn't need it. "If we had enough people there, we wouldn't have to [sell alcohol]," he said. "But if we don't the start the procedure now, it could be too late in a year-and-a-half to start it then." When asked by Sarah Neagle if he had any plan for when alcohol would be sold, Phillips said his intention was to sell it only on Fridays and Saturdays. "Most of the new country dances you can't get very drunk or even drink much and still be able to do the steps," he said. "It's a different type of crowd than the barroom atmo­ sphere." Neagle suggested that the Country Fever offer two-step dancing for older residents as a See License dies, P. 3 In This Issue... • ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ comedy in Vermontville Sept. 18-21 • Cystic Fibrosis drive planned in Nashville • Football Lions hold on to beat Union City • Lady Lions nearly take out state chanps, beat Saranac �The Maple Vblkey News. Nashville. Tuesday. September 9, 1997 — Poge 2 ANIMALCONTROL IN VERMONTVILLE, continued from front page dents ha^e triffijmtet-Eaton County Animal Control to re­ act to animal complaints in the village, but animal control replied that the Village Coun­ cil needs to do something about it first. Normally, the village will send a letter to the homeowner where the animal is on the first complaint. If a second complaint is made, then the village will attempt to have animal control inves­ tigate, but that usually means animal control's investigation is not until a few days after the complaint is made. Trumbull also criticized council members for saying they had received several com­ plaints about farm animals in the village, but not having any written documentation. "You're trying to change everything, but you don't have any documentation/ he said. "You're trying to change ev­ erything based on hearsay." Trumbull suggested regulating animals based on how much noise they make, saying he didn't think it was fair to punish someone who had four Vermontville Theatrical Group Presents Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring September 18, 19 & 20 at 7:00 pm & September 21 at 2:00 p.m. at Vermontville Opera House Adults Tickets $5.00 • Senior Tickets $4.00 Advance tickets or information call 726-0804 or five dogs that collectively may be making less noise than the neighbor's one dog. Another resident added that he believes the village was at risk of passing an animal ordinance with no way to enforce it. He said under the Right to Farm Act, the Michigan Department of Agriculture will investigate agriculture complaints and has the teeth to enforce its ac­ tions. Harmon replied that, "we're kind of on our own," and the village has to figure out a so­ lution on its own. He added that under the Right to Farm Act, the Department of Agri­ culture will only investigate farm operations, not a person with a goat. Resident Elan Baker added, to applause from spectators, "This is a rural community and there's no getting around it. We've got farmers coming in with grain, we've got trucks coming with fertil­ izer... This is not going to be anything but a rural commu­ nity." Another resident asked why the village didn't simply ap­ point someone to deal with and document animal com­ plaints. But Council Member Don Martin said when he served on the ordinance com­ mittee and investigated animal complaints, owners of those animals would often come to his house and cuss at him. "That's why we. don't go door to door." Village President Sue Vil­ lanueva suggested an "all-ornothing" ballot proposition simply asking whether the village should be allowed to regulate animals, but specta­ tors said if there was a ballot proposition, they wanted to vote on the proposed ordi­ nance itself. The council chose to have its committees further study the issue and bring it back for another public hearing at the council's Thursday, Nov. 6, meeting. In other business Thursday, the council: • Approved having the recreation and sewer and water committees study a proposal This is a rural community and there’s no getting around it. We’ve got farmers coming in with grain, we’ve got trucks coming with fertilizer... This is not going to be anything but a rural community. — Resident Elan Baker by Allegan Road property developer Ed Atherton to donate 6.2 acres of land for baseball fields, a parking lot and a concession stand in exchange for the village picking up the costs of water, sewer and road installation. Street Administrator Tony Wawiemia said the total cost to the village would be about $24,000, which he thought was somewhat too expensive for the village. He recommended that the village make a counter offer. Villanueva suggested returning to a previous proposal by Atherton to donate the land in exchange for the village picking up all of the sewer and half of the road. She said the village could have an appraiser look at how much the village could get by selling four lots on Second Street and using that money to help pay for the cost. • Heard from Maple Valley Schools Superintendent Clark Volz about the bond proposal. Villanueva said she thought the proposal looked like a good plan that would help the district. • Approved investing $30,000 from the general fund for a six-month period.. • Received notice that the state is discontinuing free dis­ tribution of its books containing new laws. Clerk Sharon Stewart said municipalities now will have to order from the Conway-Green Publishing Company, which is in partnership with the state. Stewart said the books will now cost the village $90 for a hardcover copy and $80 for a paperback. • Approved investigating a resident's claim that the vil- lage should reimburse her about $600 for car rental and repairs after she ran her car over a village valve, ripping open the gas tank. • Approving paying two witnesses $50 each for information about a sidewalk van­ dalism incident. Villanueva said the village has a vandalism reward fund for investigation leading to conviction. There was no court action in this incident, but the suspect did reimburse the village for the vandalism, she said. • Scheduled a public hearing Thursday, Oct. 2, about a land division ordinance and a special assessment ordinance. Harmon said the village assessor is refusing to put property on the tax rolls with the land division ordinance and that such an ordinance would cover the village better than its existing ordinances and regulations. He said the special assessment ordinance goes along with the land division ordi­ nance. • Agreed to purchase $2,800 worth of gravel to redo some of the village's gravel streets. The money will be reimbursed by the state through a grant that Stewart said was offered to the village in the last couple of weeks. • Appointed legal committee members Bill Mason and Rod Harmon as Freedom of Information Act co-coordinators. • Approved budget amendments for sidewalk repair. • Granted permission for the Maple Syrup Festival parade to follow the same route as last year. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Momshlp Worship ...11 a.m. E.vening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARCS. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 m/tes east ol M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship ......... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship........ 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship :00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group. Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phono 517 R52-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ ........ 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN (Vi ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service................ 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School...................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Senrice......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice...................... 9:45 Sunday School.................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship............... 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................. 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship.......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all senrices. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass...................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main,-Vermontville Sunday School................ 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 3 Obituaries ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ comedy set Sept. 18-21 Nelson C. Brumm NASHVILLE Nelson C. Brumm,, age g 92,, of Nashville, e, passed away Sunday, August 31,1997 at Thornapple Manor. Mr. Brumm was bom June 24, 1905, the son of Coy and Nellie (Crites) Brumm. He graduated from Nashville High School in 1924 and received a degree in Agriculture from Michigan State University in 1928. He was married Geneva DeVine on June 23, 1928. Mr. Brumm was employed by the State of Michigan ass a Bee Inspector. He owned and operated the Nashville Dairy and The Family Store in Nash­ ville. He farmed and was a substitute mail carrier for over 40 years. He was a life member ofthe Nashville Lions Club, serving as officer in many positions, chairing many committees and fund raisers and he was District Governor for a term. He was also a member ofthe Nashville Syrup Association for many years, the Nashville United Way, the Nashville Evangeli­ cal United Brethren Church, the Nashville United Method­ ist Church and was active in Village Politics for many sss >2^2 >22 .<.**>£ "'k. 5'"!^ 5 *?•** « years. Mr. Brumm enjoyed fishing, collecting bags, bird watching and rock collecting. He was preceded in death by his wife, Geneva in 1991; his daughter, Karen JoLee Brumm and a sister, Marquita Mate. Mr. Brumm is survived by three daughters, Annetta (Jim) Aurand ofMilan, Shirlie (Don) Augustine of Nashville and Jan (Jerry) Johnson of Nashville; eight grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren; a brother, Shirley Brumm of Spokane, Washington and three sisters,, Helen Hoxie of Alma, Phyllis Rizor of Nashville and Winifred Yarger of Nashville. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 3, 1997 at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Reverend James Hynes officiated. Burial took place at Lakeview Cemet­ ery in Nashville. In lieu of flowers memorials to Nashville United Methodist Church or the Doug Vogt Memorial Lions Scholarship Fund. Funeral arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville. Talbert L. Curtis *"k na tbg siu ’Wpitliiiii ink Ikntjrikm not ^kasiMil jiii kikmidni u stetafc :ttk |kM iBfe 'tyota !» JMife sin biBniiHii ce® jimhliiM kSj m >uat! 'ijrtteE itjr- miriW3, tJtat 'Wl®"1 ■al ^ya uikifc*’1 re® K® NASHVILLE Talbert L. 1994 and a brother, Elzie Curtis, age 86, of Nashville, Curtis. Mr. Curtis is survived by passed away Thursday, September4,1997 at his home. two daughters, Geneva Knoll Mr. Curtis was bom on June of Nashville and Elsie (Red) 18,1909 in Kalamo Township, Stephenson of White Water, the son of Wilbur and Arnie Colorado; one son, Vernon (Means) Curtis. (Shirley) Curtis of Nashville; He married Beulah Johnson eleven grandchildren; twentyon November 17, 1930 in three great grandchildren and Angola, Indiana. one great great granddaughter. Mr. Curtis was a dairy Funeral services were held farmer all ofhis working years on Monday, September 8, and during World War n he 1997 at the Vermontville Bible worked at Royal Coach in Church. Reverend Dan Smith Hastings. officiated. Burial took place at He and his wife wintered in Lakeview Cemetery in Lake Wales, Florida for 30 Nashville. years and enjoyed travelling Memorial contributions together. may be made to the VermontMr. Curtis was a member of ville Bible Church or The the Vermontville Bible Church Gideons. and The Gideons. Funeral arrangements were He was preceded in death by made by Maple Valley Chapelhis wife, Beulah on March 3, Genther Funeral Home. n Hi * ?| go? X\ & a ♦ «r * *r w * W ♦ * I wish to thank my neighbors, friends and relatives for the calls and birthday cards sent to me. I shall always remember your kindness. Cecil S. Barrett $ Flu Shots r if Sept. 23 • 7-8:30 pm MAPLEWOOD SCHOOL 1«* at in Vermontville *?< CH rf*1 •7; <r p ufr ftds. I Sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club Blood sugar, blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks will also be offered by the Vermontville Women’s Club. Medicare patients need to bring medicare cards so shots may be billed to insurance. — Donation Accepted — “Arsenic and Old Lace,” the comedy-farce by Joseph Kesselring, will be performed by The Revue at the Opera House in Vermontville, Sept. 18-21. The plot of the play centers around the Brewsters — a family of rather unique in­ dividuals. Abby and Martha Brewster live in the family home in Brooklyn, New York; They are elderly, kind, charitable sisters who have one charity that is “a real killer.” Their nephew, Teddy, who thinks he’s Theodore Roosevelt, upsets the neighbors with his bugle blowing and thinks he’s diggiing the Panama Canal in the cellar of the house. Jonathon, another nephew, comes back to his old home after being gone for many KELLOGG SCHOOL, from front page- football field, "that’s not the case. None of these dollars go to that issue. That’s an issue the community has to resolve itself." While he praised the foot­ ball field as being in a good location, the bond focuses only on "instructional issues.1' Volz emphasized that the building additions do not add a lot of square footage, because they are offset by the replace­ ment of portable classrooms, LICENSE DIES, years... “He left Brooklyn very early — by request.” With Jonathon came Dr. Eins­ tein and Mr. Spenalzo, who is quite “stiff.” Trying to keep everything and everybody in order is the youngest nephew, Mortimer, a drama critic recently engag­ ed to the minister’s daughter. As the play progresses, Mor­ timer learns much about his aunts that he did not and would rather not know. However, he also learns about himself, and whether or not he, too, will become a “mad Brewster.” The characters and the per­ formers who will portray them are: Abby Brewster by Mary Myers; Martha Brewster by Deb Moon; Teddy Brewster, Travis McIntire; Mortimer Brewster, Ryan Rosin; "which are inefficient and costly to maintain and heat." He said the cost savings from gettirtg rid of portables pays for the maintenance of the building additions. Volz said he is planning more meetings with the community and organizations. The next community meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11, at the United Methodist Church in Vermontville. Jonathon Brewster, Bill Reynolds; The Rev. Dr. Harper, Larry Swift; Elaine Harper, Janel Hansen; Dr. Einstein, Jon Koteles; Officer O’Hara, Liz Stanton; Officer Brophy, Don Blakely; Officer Klein, Matt Knoll; Lieutenant Rooney, Lisa Trumble; Mr. Witherspoon, Doug Armstead and Mr. Gibbs, Larry Swift. Producer is Bill Reynolds. Director is Carol Satterly. Performances are set for 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, Fri­ day, Setp. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. Reynolds said the people working on this production come from a number of com­ munities, such as Vermont­ ville, Nashville, Charlotte, Eaton Rapids and Battle Creek. One cast member has helped with productions with another group, but this is his first time actually on stage, he added. “The majority of the cast are ‘seasoned performers’ with a variety of training and experience,” Reynolds said. Prices are adults $5, senior citizens $4 and children 13 and under $3. For reserva­ tions, call (517) 726-0804. Nashville Girl Scouts sign-up night Sept. 11 Signup for all Girl Scouts in Nashville will be Thursday, Sept. 11, at Kellogg Elementary. The $7 registration fee is for all new and returning scouts, ages kindergarten through high school. Leaders will sign up scouts from 7 to 8 p.m. along with teaching Girl Scout songs, games and snacks. All girls who live in Barry County need to register in Nashville. For more information, call,. Janet Adams at 852-0733. from front page— means to boost business. lies aren't bringing their Ted Wilkinson said he didn't teenagers like we'd planned." think the township would benefit from helping to create an asset worth about $50,000 P/ease join us for. . . ifthe license were granted. "I would encourage the owners to increase their business in other ways that have been discussed here," he said. Wilkinson asked if it were possible to grant a temporary six-month license to study the effects, but Phillips said he had checked with the state and found that no temporary licenses is available. Phillips said the business has doubled its customers in the past two months. If it could do that again it wouldn't have to look at alcohol sales. When Neagle asked if Phillips would withdraw his applica­ tion in that event, he quipped, "If you want to triple it, I'll guarantee it!" Gary Bivens said he under­ stood Phillips' position but added, "I may choose to go there now, but if alcohol is served there I will definitely choose not to go there." He said he was also concerned with the Country Fever’s closeness to the Heritage Hills Bible Church.. Both the Phillipses said they were disappointed at small early turnouts and if township residents really did­ 10:00 a.m. n't want alcohol and wine sales, they should patronize the business. "We thought we'd have a lot Free will donation with all proceeds going to the Maple Valley Track Club more [customers]," he said. "We thought we'd have more families than we have had. It's 11:00 a.m. very disappointing. The peo­ Listen to motivational speaker ple we thought would come aren't coming." Barb Phillips said part of the intent behind starting the One of America's most respected and anointed Evangelists shares his business was to have families story of being Elvis Presley's step brother. Rick uses his personal bring their teenage children experiences to address the relevant issues of drug abuse and alcohol there to keep them occupied with today's teens and adults. and out of trouble. "But fami- PANCAKE BREAKFAST RICK STANLEY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 4 New OB-GYN specialist joins Women’s Health Center locally Obstetrics/gynecology specialist Dr. Kevin A. Waits has joined the staff of Charlotte Women’s Health at Hayes Green Beach Hospital. HGB Charlotte Women’s Health — located in the Pro­ fessional Office Building at 123 Lansing St. on the hospital campus — offers a full spectrum of obstetrical and gynecological services, including pre- and postnatal care, physicals and Pap tests, surgery, estrogen replacement therapy and initial infertility workups. Doctors there assisted in the deliveries of almost 200 newborns last Center in Lansing, where he also completed his OB/GYN residency program. He com­ pleted extended studies in gynecology/oncology at University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor. He is an osteopath. “I chose obstetrics and gynecology because it’s an area of medicine where you can often make a positive im­ pact,” said Waits. . “And obstetrics, especially, is one field of medicine where there is usually a happy outcome.” Waits earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of San Francisco. From there, he attended California State University to complete his pre-medical studies. After­ ward, he attended the Univer­ sity of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences in Des Moines, Iowa, to obtain his year. “We’re delighted to have Dr. Waitson board,” said Stephen W. Mapes. HGB president and CEO. “His ar­ rival here will enable us to significantly expand our ser­ vices for the women of Eaton County. 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Call Homer. (VL-46) 12 ACRES NEAPpSHVILLE Rolling, trj. building and perked (VL-52) A A former Hastings man accused in the death of his girlfriend's 2-year-old daughter, was convicted by a jury on felony murder and first degree child abuse Friday.. Robert E. Hine and his girlfriend Megan McLaughlin, formerly of, Nashville, were living in Battle Creek at the time of Caitlan McLaughlin's death on Nov. 7. Hine is scheduled for sen­ tencing Monday, Oct. 6 at 1:30 p.m. He could receive life in prison without parole. Preliminary reports at the time indicated that McLaughlin had died as a result of a blow to the head. She was pronounced dead at Battle Creek Health Systems. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are Hayes Green Beach open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, Hospital will sponsor a free disability, age or religion: seminar, “The Wings and Sept. 10 — Horse Developmental Committee Post Fair Roots of Adolescents” Tues­ Meeting, USDA, 7:00 p.m. day, Sept. 23, from 7 to 8:30 Sept. 15 — Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Charlotte City p.m. at the Extension Office. Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Hall, Community Room. Teens’ lives are often Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 demanding, filled with a.m. pressure to perform in the Sept. 18 — Non-Livestock Developmental Committee classroom, on the playing Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. field, and in the social sphere. Sept. 20 & 21 — Calhoun County 4-H Rodeo in Marshall. Dangerous behaviors such as Now through Sept. 30 — Pesticide Collection — Clean drinking, violence, eating Sweep — (Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds) — Call the Exten­ disorders, accidents and sion Office for details. suicide all peak during Oct. 2 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. adolescence. Oct. 2 — Small Animal Developmental Committee Meeting, 8 During this session, Dr. p.m. Bernard Kay, pediatrician and PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office MSU professor, will discuss will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to strategies to help adolescents 1:00. cope with the stresses of growing up and survive the teen years. He will deal with MAPLE VALLEYADULT EDUCATION the questions, “How do you High School Completion, Alternative Education give your kids ‘wings’ to ex­ & Vocational Classes plore (normal development of Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. adolescents) and ‘roots’ (the All other adults may take a class for $50.00 for 2 weeks. standards of life) you expect them to follow?” ' ADULT EVENING CLASSES ■ MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Also, Dr. Kay will review Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School several criteria for parents to 6:00 pm -10:00 pm EVENING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 consider, discuss sexuality and abstinence. He is a father TUESDAY MONDAY of six teenagers and will be Civics - C. Parkinson Computer Science - J. Swartz speaking from experience, as Independent Study & Data Base Excel well as a pediatrician. World History Spreadsheet Word Kay was the founding Chair C. Parkinson MS Office Access for the Department of WEDNESDAY Pediatrics at Michigan State U.S. History - D. Hustwick THURSDAY University. He is currently on Independent Study & Science - T. Mix the faculty for Michigan State Math & Independent World Geography - D. Hustwick University College of English - L. Miller Study - T. Mix Medicine Pediatrics. ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES Kay can be seen at the DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN TUESDAY, AUGUST 26,1997 Hayes Green Beach pediatric 8:00 AM. ■ 3:00 P.M. clinics on Mondays, 1 to 5 p.m.; Wednesdays, 8 a.m. to Classes will be held in the church on the comer of Washington, and Queen Street in Nashville noon; Thursdays, 1 to 5 p.m., or Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon by Math World Geography Civics calling 543-9515. Science World History Physical Education/Health To register for this free English U.S. History Consumer Education seminar, or for further infor­ ENROLL NOW! mation, call the Community Maple Valley Community Education Office is located In the Education Department at Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School — 12:00 Noon-10:00 p.m. Hayes Green Beach Hospital, Monday through Thursday (517) 543-1050, extension 852-2145 200. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 5 Missionaries to visit Nashville Assembly of God The Rev. Phil DiMusto, recently approved Assemblies of God missionary on special assignment to Asia Pacific, will be guest speaker at Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. The Rev. Glenn Branham is pastor of the church. The DeMustos will be bas­ ed in Singapore, but will travel throughout Asia Pacific. The region is home to half the world’s population, including one billion young people under the age of 18 who have not been reached by the gospel of Jesus Christ. The DiMustos will be developing youth evangelism programs for these nations. “We want to help the chur­ ches ofAsia win young people for the Lord, disciple those young people, and send them out to reach others for Christ,” Phil said. “We plan on working closely with Asia Pacific 2000 in the use of radio and television ministries to accomplish this.” There are 140 Assembles of God Bible colleges and exten­ sion programs throughout Asia Pacific, and the DiMustos plan to produce training classes in youth Philippines, Belarus and Mex­ ministry to be taught there. ico, among other nations. On “We will also be working those trips, he and Lisa saw with the Asia Pacific Educa­ literally thousands of people tion Office’s Church saved. Ministries Division to develop “Lisa and I felt blessed to church youth ministries, and work with the many wonder­ set up youth ministry con­ ful young people in the ferences and seminars for Michigan District,” he said. local churches,” Phil said. “But we also realized that the The DiMustos have been vast majority of youth active in youth ministry for ministries live and work in the years, and have traveled wide­ United States. We felt the ly overseas. Phil served as the Lord calling us to go to the director for the Ambassadors spirituality needy regions of in Mission program of the our world and rescue a lost Assemblies of God’s generation for Christ.” Michigan District. In this The public is invited to at­ capacity, he led ministry tend their missions teams of young people to the presentation. Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu planned Phil and Lisa DiMusto HISTORIC BOWENS MILLS ITS CIDER TIME FESTIVAL Cider, Donut, Apple Dumplings, Water Power and Old Time Demos, Live Music, Hay Rides & lots more. Specialfeatures each weekend: Sept. 13-14: Revolutionary War Reenactment Sept. 20-21: Quilt Show and Old Engines Sept. 27-28: Tours/Victorian “Bowen House”, Plank House & Mill Living Quarters j Oct. 4-5: Mountain Men Encampment I I Oct. 11-12: Civil Ware Re-enactment / I Oct. 18-19: French Voyager Encampment / I 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Adults $4.00 Kids $1.00 / 1 I 2 miles north ofYankee Springs State Park offBriggs Road I 616-795-7530 / Wednesday, Sept. 10 Chicken supreme w/onion and gr., pepper, red potato, green beans, dinner roll, margarine, pudding. Thursday, Sept. 11 Turkey ala king, carrots, veggie, biscuit, jello. Friday, Sept. 12 Baked fish w/tarter sauce, lettuce/tomato, coledslaw, baked beans, bun, dessert. Monday, Sept. 15 Stuffed pepper, tossed salad/tomatoes, w/dressing, carrots, bread, margarine, cobbler. Tuesday, Sept. 16 Turkey stew, broccoli, biscuit, whole baked apple. Events Wednesday, Sept. 10 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, social day; Delton, social day. SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 22, 1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, will be held in the school district, on Monday, September 22,1997. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O'CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond elec­ tion: BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Eight Million Six Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($8,665,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting furnishing and equipment an Early Childhood Center and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the play­ ground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Jr./Sr. High School and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must bed audited, and the pro­ ceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator, or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION, WILL BE GEN­ ERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM TAXES. THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the villaGe of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct con­ sists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton, Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester, Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they resident are eligible to vote at this election. This Notice is given by order of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education Thursday, Sept. 11 — Gun Lake Princess, 10-1. Friday, Sept. 12 Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, puz­ zle day. Monday, Sept. 15 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, nutri­ tion program, Carol VanAuken; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Sept. 16 — Aliz. 1-3; puzzle day. Reserve your booth today for the: 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997 10 AM to 4:30 PM Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 Newest citizen— BOY, Taylor Zachery, bom on Aug. 18 at 2:46 a.m. to Todd and Dawn Harding. Weighing 7 lbs. 8 ozs. and 21 inches long. Welcoming home Taylor is big sister Tara. Phone: 517-852-2145 rr- Sl—fe; Booth Size and Rates: 8’x4’ - $35.00 8’xl0’ - $45.00 Limited4’X12’ - $40.00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 6 Maple Valley Alternative Ed. From Our Reader program reported at capacity da Miller the adult, alternative and community education director. “We can accom­ modate 60 students in our cur­ rent facility and our enroll­ ment reached that number the Wednesday of the first week ofschool. We average three to five students applying for our program every day. The alternative education program, sponsored by the Maple Valley School District, is in its second year and has grown from a 15 to 20 student goal, to a cutoff count of 60. “There is a definite need for this program in the Maple Valley community,’’ said Lin- Clothing Center back-to-school event The Eaton Clothing and Furniture Center will sponsor the fifth annual Back to School Event Thursday, Sept. 11, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Eaton Clothing and Fur­ niture Center, 100 W. Lawrence (lower level of the Old Courthouse), Charlotte. Items included in this year’s Moore School reunion planned The Moore School Reunion will be held Saturday, Sept. 13 at 11:30 a.m. at Good Time Pizza, Nashville. event were made possible through a grant from the Tri­ County Electric People Fund. Families with school age children who have a card at the Clothing Center or have a referral from an agency will be eligible to receive the following at no charge while supplies last: school packets for school age children, socks and underwear for school age children, towels and washcloths, personal care packages and used clothing. Immunizations will be pro­ vided at the Clothing Center by the Barry-Eaton District Health District from 9 until 11:30 a.m. VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: M 5.00____ . 201 North Main Street - Nashville “The biggest problem the alternative program is suffer­ ing from currently is that we do not have any room to grow. The idea of moving the entire Community Education Department and all programs to the Kellogg Building is an excellent solution. I can see the alternative education pro­ gram growing to over 100 students within two years of moving to Kellogg. We have been attracting students from surrounding communities, which brings in new educa­ tional money to our district,’’ said Miller. “I would like to invite all community members to visit the alternative education school (located at 116 Washington St. in Nashville) and view the wonderful educational things that are happening to our students. The staff is hand picked and is understanding and compas­ sionate to student needs. The students in the alternative education program are a special and wonderful group of individuals who have had problems fitting in and ad­ justing to a traditional classroom setting. “Having the perfect staff is the key to the success of this program. I hope the com­ munity will take the time and look deeper into the value of the alternative education pro­ gram. We are proud of the work we are doing and proud of the success of our students.’’ Miller said 20 students in the program plan to graduate next May. We must help build our kids’ ‘self-esteem!’ Dear editor: I recently had to write an essay about a memory from my youth. One great memory from my school days was band. I loved it and had a lot of great times. But something that was also a part of this memory was the fact that I had five different band directors over a period of eight years. At the time I didn’t think much about it ex­ cept that we were told that they probably found better paying jobs somewhere else. But as I was writing my essay, I realized that there was much more to it. As young kids, we felt a little bit like we weren’t good enough. Slowly, but surely, our self-esteem was being challenged. We stuck with it, why couldn’t the directors stay committed? That brings me to my reason for this letter. What silent messages are we sen­ ding our kids if we have to send them to a school where a large portion of them have to go to class in a run down por­ table building? How do they feel when they are forced to exist in an unsafe environment? What are we telling them when they assume this is the standard? What seeds are we planting when we argue over whether or not the kids are worth the extra dollars that we have to squeeze into our budget? Life will be challeng­ ing enough to these kids as they grow older without their own community holding them back. What we need to do is help build their self-esteem and help them learn how to make the correct choices in life. If one of the solutions is to give them a building that will help their teachers do a better job, then I think we should do it. I am surely not rich by any standard, but I will find those extra bucks for the sake ofmy children. I would like to en­ courage all of you to become informed on what we will be voting for and trust our elected school board. We voted them to their positions. Now let’s allow them to do their job. Dawn Hall TV interview was historic To the editor: Since learning of the death of Nelson Brumm, longtime Nashville resident, I noticed that his interview with Joe An­ drews has been playing on our local TV Access Station. How nice that this interview took place. He had memories and facts about early Nashville that would have died with him, and not this in­ terview been made. This video will be great for his grandchildren and great grandchildren so that now they have a living and talking “book’’ of his memories. My thanks to Joe Andrews and Mary Sanderson for going to peoples homes and getting these interviews of their lives and memories of Nashville in an earlier day. Petie Latta Nashville Sept is time for CF campaign Dear editor: It’s September again and 30,000 young people in this country have cystic fibrosis... a fatal disease with half its victims not reaching their 25th birthdays. 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Look for our new name and logo on these and other services as we grow to meet your changing needs. 1009 West Green St. Hastings, MI 49058 C616) 945-3451 OP Pennock Foundation OP Surgical Center OP Occupational Medicine OP Family Birthing Center OP Pain Management Clinic OP Oncology IOP Sports Medicine OP Family Medicine Offices Clarksville Delton Gun Lake Nashville Wayland Pennock Healthcare Services �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 8 Door-to-door cystic fibrosis drive planned in Nashville Door-to-door cystic fibrosis campaigns are planned this month for communities in Barry and Ionia counties. One campaign this month to fight America's number one genetic killer of children and young adults will be in Nashville. Judy Hook, who is heading up the door-to-door CF cam- f Looking for a i PRINTER? Call... v 945-9554J paign in Hastings, said, "We need everyone to help by do­ nating funds and actively par­ ticipating. Only then will be able to find a cure for cystic fibrosis." Several recent scientific de­ velopments are encouraging to sufferers of cystic fibrosis. In 1989, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation supported scien­ tists discovered the CF gene and researchers then were able to correct defective CF genes in lab dishes. The first gene therapy stud­ ies that involved actual people with the disease took place in AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. GENERAL LABORS $7.70 hr. progressing to $9.20 hr. Seeking hard working individuals with a stick-to-it work ethic and enthusiastic willingness to work overtime. Company paid insurance; medical, dental, optical, life & disability 401K 10 paid holidays Educational reimbursement program Promotions from within Apprenticeship programs Must provide picture ID at time of interview. AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. Security Office 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, MI Monday thru Saturday ONLY 24 hours each day I E.O.E. JTZ 1993 and early in the follow­ ing year the Federal Drug Administration approved "Pulmozyme," the first new drug in more than 30 years to treat cystic fibrosis. "Moving ahead with opti­ mism and determination, your support can make CF history by raising much needed dollars Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 10 Choose One chicken fries, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, green beans, hot cinnamon apples, juice, milk, com bread. Thursday, Sept. 11 Choose one lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich, salad bar. Choose two — garden salad, broccoli, pineapple tidbits, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 12 Choose one — soft taco, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, whole kernel com, pear halves, juice, milk. Monday, Sept. 15 Choose one Nachos, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, carrot sticks, apple crisp, juice, milk, com bread. Tuesday, Sept. 16 Choose one — double dogs, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, baked beans, peaches, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 10 Chicken fries, combread and honey, celery sticks, hot cinnamon apple, 1/2 pt. milk. WE CAN FINANCE * * YOU * * * Oven. tO 'Zteani. your REDIT to fatal infections. Signs of cystic fibrosis include persistent coughing with excessive mucus, pneumonia more than once, excessive appetite with poor weight gain, recurrent wheezing, very salty tasting skin and persistent, bulky, foul smelling stools. There are nine approved CF centers for treatment of CF in Michigan. The nearest is DeVos Children's Hospital (Butterworth) in Grand Rapids. The goal for the local campaign is five to ten volunteers and to collect $300. halves, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 15 Nachos, combread, carrot sticks, apple crisp, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 16 Ham and cheese submarine, baked beans, peaches, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. School Lunch Menu Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! YOUR JOB is for research," Hook said. "Research is the only answer for the 30,000 children and young adults in this country who have cystic fibrosis." CF is a progressive disease affecting the lungs and diges­ tive system. It causes the pro­ duction of thick sticky mucus that clogs the lungs and leads IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE J* FOLLOWING: “I Bankruptcy I Repossession I Slow Pay J Bad Credit Thursday, Sept. 11 Goodtime Pizza, tossed salad, pineapple tidbits, cof­ fee cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 12 Soft taco, green beans, pear halves, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Sept. 15 Nachos, combread, carrot sticks, apple, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 16 Ham and cheese submarine, baked beans, peaches, brownie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold dai­ ly. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS UNDERSTOOD FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE. $10,000 — $ 88 /mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo CAPITAL SEEKERS, INC. APR 8.75% @240 mo (OAC) CALL 1-800-669-8957 TODAY! Wednesday, Sept. 10 Chicken fries, combread and honey, com, hot cin­ namon apple, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 11 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pineapple tidbits, coffee cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 12 Soft taco, green beans, pear For Rent 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME in country, trees and water, between Vermontville & Nashville, stove and refrigerator furnished $325 per month & security deposit. 517-726-1424 NASHVILLE- Nashville Park Apartments. 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. TWO BEDROOM MOBILE HOME One or two adults only. No pets. References, first months plus deposit required in advance. 517-852-1996. VERMONTVILLE- Vermont­ ville Meadows Apartments. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available. Taking applications for waiting list also. Rent subsidy if you quality. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS - is seeking bids for the removal of three (3) Registered Underground Storage Tanks: One 10,000 gallon Diesel UST at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, Two 1,000 gallon Gasoline USTs at Maple Valley Bus Garage in Nashville. Bid specifications are available at no cost from Maple Valley Schools Administration Office, 11090 Nashville High­ way, Vermontville, during.regular office hours. There is a mandatory site walk through. The bid opening will occur 2:00 p.m. on October 2,1997 at the MVS Administration Office. FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday You may be entitled to compensation for wage loss and medical benefits if you sustained injuries related to your job. ih FRIENDLY SALES STAFF For legal advice on Workmans Compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal injury claims call... No Charge for initial Consultation 517-543-4162 Lawrence D. Kaechele ky, PC | Lansing 517-482-2175 Charlotte 138 S. Cochran Ave. (Inside Mid State Title) 517-543-4162 Flint 810-237-8980 �hold nnV?’ky L,on Sriddere HORlZo Union City football footballleam leamkicked kickedoff offi ils an ancks:ia„ ickksr:a Patrick inaU„n n,ng Prowessout and'Th 5 barreledd iin ?"r tPomPsot> point conve m^^X ^^X’ * * bonecrushers. season in style last Friday Chris Gonser, besides night with a 16-6 trump ™ ba" against non-league Union fumb™ recovere<‘ City at Union City. Jason Thompson, who the final score 16-6. Union City's intIrcept^au. CpaJs!ernia gained 88 yards on 18 carries ca Kt* -? opened the scoring with a yard touchdown. Andy Patrick uXidS' big for ran in the two-point pMDefeJ!Se came nn a- cnicialiiucas nn -bulcoacsk— combined conversion to put the Lions ik pun tth play d on top 8-0. Maple Valley isson eroa Maple Valley's second O8aks ThS rFr'day at Three touchdown also was result of Trent Harvey collected borne ne season on Sept 19 e against SMAA foe Leslie’ Dixie Brand na Dixie Brand ll.^ .’w w/ scored its opponents 18-7 in EWING WELL I OFFERING COMPLETE I WATER & WELL I DRILLING & PUMP I SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS 5#*T’ • Pumps • Tanks ’ Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WEOWNOUf^^" OWN EQUIPMENT * Do OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner Realtor/ Consultant 517-852-9414 — farms — Executive Assistant TOO NEW FOR ounm acres, 2’homes homesE nTALL barn- —NT IOVNA NCAASHNVT1H LCA ND"" ATTENTION NASHV1H C •o sell at "" »I3*ooLL°t1 Sj°|UVET ’Pdcecl »I3 1°5ADmDinLuEt eLsA fK?oP 15 Pm L11ake M.>b°ded lot' on|° y S BUILT IN IRAQ v s OLDEST m °nri VERm work & firepiace Com«o° 9lnall wo°dlrr°om °om, ivi bath horn^ M th s 3 bedth,s (Jllaundry RaouEan1nd17ryJt Soroom. r)od oam yy . D foeck D eck’a 9oaaPraraeWZr ri?vea-te$71sk,tchen .9h0o0w, iCnall De f & JtSo)dayy fo showingl a Private . «LLE’ «LLE HO N£ °NT- eeSsSs- r^ rC^a”? J. o9an 9aann-890 9502-xx0810° 1603°. l°t with lake accCess (LT907JS) oYlOwU eBtUIL 1D0 acre aOcRreW SEte t’eLL’perked p eRrikmedr.' (l^dbT olwet ” 10 S, Call Joan 852-0863 852-0863. (LTO10JS 1 inonTlatiPn in,onTlatiPn- . A ehd»’4G $21|S00 — 5 ACPFC on propery. ( )) °oe oded With h pond 77 COMMERCIAI _ C?h am11p pPooirnttlsa nidn the near Champ PortlandI St. Pats. I I I" th® t fourth quarter Stine tine’s 9 points. Schneider nailed th3 three-3 . Stine finished with 21 W’th SeVen S fieldh 8°a,s pointers and in the overtime eiAttaniediha,f0fherteams and seven made free trows thr eignt points. She also had 19 rebounds Other stats from theS t ite 3 steals. Pats ccontest incl uded JLesili After a 12-12 ssecond setucronned ^ams,7 rebounds an essca quarter, the Lady Lions turned Gearin's 3 steals. it up a notch during the final Sem Se aP4etValley rebounded on eight minutes with a big 20bept. 4 to win a 70-44 road point effort. Stine notched 8 of the 20 contest r with Saranac G°ris p n points and five of her 1 hat ve ta,,ied 24 pons vetory and Stine pp p teammates also added scores in n 19 markers. The Loandey that fourth quarter surge. Lions led 16-10 after Jessica Cook tallied 11 quarter, 33-24 at half and 48Points in the mcluding 6in the first quarter, S38 eknt?eraindge t4hestfeianlasl farnadm e8 and Stacie Goris added 10 S k ?ade 4 steals and 8 bath m 90% lease) d. Good N m 1 ? Tore ,and(CM601DB) Good NN 0 J- A1sk? for Dixie. PBaErtYOSUtoRreOWtoN B BaOr<rSe«nt u Padrtyth Store tKo Biarr arre Sn Have Ha’ve Efhe fhie9nearhedst and the new Kerioao Sm’y Eair9rouhds Liquor license in9^™?Unity College. (CM602DB) deluded. Call Dixie. Points, a total that consisted f™oh u°nUdndss’anSdt'nGeea8risntear,asbabnedd 79 grabbed77 of pointers founds and Gearin grabbed of two two, 33-pointers. areidboMunadlse aVnadllsetol se a4ll t y o ' l ll-baarlolus ntdo Schneider was the game's waiidnnMinaapgpleeffV orat.lley's all-around leadmg scorer with 28 points, poi wnnng eort. 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Mufflers Mufflers.Batteries 726-0088 Rhea Ferrier Realtor/ Consultant 517-852-0863 Maxine Pixley GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) Joan Shanafelt Office Manager Bealtor/Consultant 517-543-9925 J 10076 NASHVILLE HWY VERMONTVII | f 9 9 6 l Se Se.COndframe behind DRILLING INC. • Residential • Commercial • Farm VVe stock Jessica Cook (00) (upset uPpesreryt Hof ofardefendino ddeinfe) ndino9 St (Perry Hardin) and Ionia counties though the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Mull’ A,,e9an> Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Gr4an doR ap ids MLS. oKXmviH o Vickie Morrison Broker/ Builder 517-726-1100 Maple Valley's varsity girls basketball team w won one ga?Je *ast week and neary Pulled off an uhpset iof defending State cchka minp io°tns Portland St. Patrick in ° other weekly matchup. All in all, Coach Jerry Reeses Lady Lions appteari to have a lot to build on enerng tonights home contest with Potterville. Carissa Schneider hit a 3 pointer with six seconds left in regulation to send the Sept 2 game with St. Patrick into overtime at 55-55. Schneider then sto,ethe ban with 13 second remaining remainin in overtime and scored s the winning baskett as time expired. Coach Reese said his eiam Played quite well considering that St. Pats return s sSetvetn Players for th e d athe championship squad an e tough start that his Lions' encountered. "We will build on s experience and receive many further down road, Reese said Maple Valley trailed St Pa s 19-10 after oonge^quda ouetscored”-r baCk cnn?«*eeise day cnn?«eeise da"y «•» «• 2 25 °n’:Ea,on- ,n9ham inc. & ASSOCIATES, b“ d ,0 SU*L ModeUiome open daily 9 am-5 new construction 3 bedrooms, 1400 so Call (517) ft u2'Lf,t9Rdt',VS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 10 For Sale Automotive Help Wanted In Memoriam 1989 FORD F-150 XLT Land Extended cab, good condition, $6,500. Call 517-852-9467. 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817_____________ 1994 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 series, extended cab truck with cap, very low miles has air, cruise, tilt, p.w., and seats, trailer package, good condition, 1 owner. 517-852-9300 1994 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 series, extended cab truck with cap, very low miles has air, cruise, tilt, p.w., and seats, trailer package, good condition, 1 owner. 517-852-9300 HAIR STYLIST/NAIL TECHS. Chair rental at Rhea’s Cosmopolitan, Lake Odessa. 517-821-8548, 616-374-0202 HELP WANTED: Person to work on large dairy farm near Caledonia. Outside work, feed­ ing, scraping, etc. Must be able to run equipment, night shift 7:30pm-4:00am. Phone 616-891-8093______ OFFICE HELP WANTED: Part time, 24 to 30 hours per week includes some Saturdays. Multi line phone experience and customer service experience required. Send resume’ to Ad #549 % The Reminder, P.O. Box 188, Hastings, MI 49058 IN MEMORY OF LEE R. I CHRISTOPHER ' 8-7-88 Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard, but always near. Still loved and missed every year. More LOVE than ever, Your Family IN MEMORY OF Hazel M. Spidel who passed away two years ago September 12, 1995. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO never lived in, will move ifnecessary. 2 & 3 bedroom homes. Must sell. Call 1-800-538-7870.________ FIRST TIME HOME buyer. We represent several banks. Repos, new/used, hundreds to choose from. Tax and title down. 1-800-538-7870.___________ WHY RENT WHEN you can own. Three bedroom, two bath. As little as $1,500 down payment, $290 a month. Call 1-800-538-7870. Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. *or Sale KING SIZE “Pillow Top” Deluxe mattress set with frame & beautiful brass headboard “Brand New” cost $1,400, sacri­ fice $375. 1-517-676-6414 SEALY QUEEN SIZE Pillow Plush Deluxe Mattress Set, Luxury Firm Model. Still in plastic, includes deluxe frame. Cost $875, must sell! $250 or best offer. 1-517-699-2251 FLEET MAINTENANCE Continuous expansion has created an immedi­ ate need for a qualified individual in the Fleet Maintenance Department of a Major O.E.M. Automotive Supplier. Fleet Maintenance works a continuous operation schedule with alternat­ ing weekends off. This opportunity is on our evening shift and will vary from 36 to 48+ hours weekly. Qualified applicant must possess a min­ imum of two State Certificates and at least 2 years experience in Fleet Maintenance. CDL Certification a plus! Please send resume to: American Bumper & Mfg. Co. Attn: Fleet Maintenance Position 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml 48846 E.O.E. To all that have a mother, Cherish her with care. you will never know how much you miss her, until you find she isn’t there. We have missed you since you have gone, “Mom”, a voice we loved is stilled. A place is .vacant in our homes which never can be rilled. We asked Jesus to hold you close and kiss your tears away to keep you in his loving arms until we see you again one day. Until then, to rind you we don't have to look too far we look up to the evening sky and we know your the brightest star. So for now all we can do, dear mother, is to go and tend your grave, and leave behind a token oflove, to the best “Mom” God ever gave. We all love and miss you so much. Sadly missed by, her children, grandchildren, and families Real Estate CHEBOYGAN COUNTY: 10.02 Hilly Acres wooded with Oak, Maple, and Beech trees. Ideal hunting and camping spot. Short walk to State Land. $16,500, $500 down, $200/mo., 11% Land Contract Northern Land Company 1-800-968-3118 or www.northernlandco.com. COUNTRY HOME on 53 acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2+ car garage, deck, french doors, cathedral ceiling w/fan, fire­ place, washer and dryer, $185,000. Anxious to sell call 517-852-9467. Fireflies flash to electrify mates The scientific names of says Tom Ellis, Michigan State University entomologist. fireflies also have references Though the exact process isn’t to light in them: Lampyris, totally understood, fireflies Photouris and Photinus produce light from a (“photo” is from the Greek substance called luciferin phos, meaing “light”). (from Latin words meaning After sundown, the female “to bright light”). When it is firefly stops searching for combined with oxygen in the prey and begins her amorous presence of teh enzyme vigil. She often takes up a luciferase, the result is a cool, position on the ground or on efficient light. low-lying vegetation where she can see and respond to male suitors. The males fly through the area flashing to advertise their presence; females that can fly do not flash on the wing. On seeing a Freshman runningback Cole led the defense with 12 flashing male, the female will Jacob Cole gained 143 yards tackles, Travis Kersjes had 11 respond with a flashing seand scored two touchdowns to and Jeff Jones collected 10 quence that is specific to her lead Maple Valley's junior bonecrushers. Rhoades also species. The male lands near varsity football team to a 20­ recovered a fumble, while the female and the lights go 12 win over Union City last Kyle Rose intercepted a Union out before actual mating City pass and returned it 35 begins. week. Fireflies are harmless to Cole's scores came on runs yards. of 7 and 69 yards. The JV team will team up humans, and children can cap­ Jason Abfalter notched with the varsity for a ture them with no risk. But Maple Valley's first six points doubleheader against Three Ellis points out that the beetles are actually predators in both with a 4 yard run. Abfalter had Oaks this Saturday. The JV their immature and adult 93 yards on 18 carries. kickoff is scheduled for 11 stages. They prey on other inJeff Rhoades managed a 2- a.m. Maps are available at the sects and other invertebrates, point conversion and gained high school office. especially snails and slugs. 22 yards. And female members of one species offirefly will consume the males of other species. They mimic the females’ flashing patterns to lure the males of that species to land nearby and then attack and eat them. Maple Valley's cross won the title with 57 points. The females of some country teams went up against Dawn VanderVlucht was some tall competition last eighth in 22:26.50, Cassady species are wingless and look Wednesday at the Delton- Murphy finished 14th in much like firefly larvae. They are often referred to as Kellogg Invitational. 22: 37.30, Nicole Wilson glowworms. Larvae that The Lady Lions were placed 15th in 22:39.40, belong to a different beetle seventh of seven teams (87 Hayley Todd was 26th in family also exhibit points) in a field that included 23: 07.70 and Leeann Stairs bioliiminescence and are also Gull Lake, Mattawan, wound up 47th in 34:33.40. called glowworms. They Plainwell, Delton, Pennfield Ryan Emerick placed 20th don’t flash but produce a conand Comstock. Gull Lake in the _ boys race with a stant glow. 19:18.60 clocking, Michael Fireflies start performing Hamilton wound up 42nd in their nocturnal ritual in the 23:22.40, Brian Burt was 44th latter part of June. Watch DUV raffle in 23:58.10 arid Chris them with your children, Ellis names winners Dunham took 45th.iir25:03, suggests, and take a small Maple Valley's runner^ were flashlight into the yard with The winners of the at the Middleville Invitational you. Daughters of Union Veterans “If you can match the Sunfield Farmers Picnic Raf­ on Monday and will challenge flashing signal of the female, Charlotte on Thursday in fle were: the males will become at­ First place, $100, Tammi Charlotte. tracted to you!” he says. Myers, Nashville. Second place, $50, Dave Loans For Homeowners Brown, Vermontville. Regardless of credit history, Third place, $25, Ken Towner, Portland. call for same-day approval. Insects that make their own light — sounds pretty unlikely. But who hasn’t enjoyed watching fireflies on a warm summer night? Fireflies aren’t flies -1— they’re beetles. And the principal goal of their biological light show is to attract a male. Both male and female fireflies of most species flash, JVs open season running past Chargers, 20-12 Lions’ harriers face tall competition at D-K meet CommonPoint Mortgage Business Services Hurry in soon, Sale ends Sept. 30 It’S John Deere’s annual oil and filter sale! 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Ad#.1212 OLD-FASHIONED Single white female, 40, 5’2”, full-figured, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys quiet evenings at home, cooking, the outdoors, cuddling, seeks single white male, 40-55. Ad#.1357 DOESN’T TALK MUCH Slender SWF, 18, 5’8", 118lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, student, friendly, seeks medium-built SM, 18-30, who is fun-lov­ ing and spontaneous. Ad#.5352 A CAREER WOMAN Cheerfull single white mom, 38, 5’5”, medium build, enjoys family times, country music, dancing, seeks kind, honest, sincere single white male, 33-48. Ad#.1O96 PRINCE CHARMING WANTED Slender single Hispanic female, 32,5’1", non-smoker, enjoys cooking, rollerblad­ ing, sports, biking, resides in Battle Creek, seeking slim single Christian male, 24-40. Ad#. 1264 TIME NEVER STOPS Bashful, reserved SW mom, 21, 5’5”, medium build, interests are movies, din­ ing out, quiet times, seeks friendly SWM, 21-30, N/S, non-drlnker. Ad#. 1123 COLOR MY WORLD Single white female, 50, 5’1", 132lbs., blue-eyed blonde, professional, non­ smoker, likes music, dancing, plays, concerts, fishing, biking, baseball, seeks compatible single white male, 45-55. Ad#.8498 YOUNG AT HEART Outgoing, friendly, attractive SWF, 62, 5’4", enjoys flea markets, traveling, country living, seeking SWM, 60-71, for companionship. Ad#.6697 HEART OF GOLD Single white female, 45,5’4", from Battle Creek, enjoys nature, quiet times, seeks friendly single white male, 45-51, for companionsnip. Ad#.4736 LIFE’S TOO SHORT SWF, 40,5’10", smoker, enjoys time with her kids, all kinds of sports, candlelit din­ ners, seeks dependable, communicative SWM, 35+. Ad#.4141 NO GAMES, PLEASE Friendly single black female, 28, 5’5", heavyset, dark hair/eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys mystery novels, dining out, movies, Bingo, fishing, seeks single male, 26-39, non-smoker. Ad#. 1826 COULD BE IDEAL Warm-hearted green-eyed SWF, 29, 5’4", brown hair, smoker, lives in Freeport, interests are dancin g, movies, the outdoors, seeks SWM, 25-40, no children please. Ad#. 1586 ANY CHEMISTRY? Attractive, polite SF, 18, 5’1", 90lbs., dark brown hair/eyes, vegetarian, N/S, enjoys swimming, soccer and more, seeks attractive, athletic, real SWM, 18­ 22, N/S. Ad#.5355 ENERGETIC Single black female, 28, 5’8", attractive, non-smoker, likes sports, working out, art fairs, Chicago, seeks secure, profes­ sional single white male, 22-29. Ad#.1225 HONEST RELATIONSHIP Attractive, shy single black Christian female, 37, 5’4”, petite, non-smoker, enjoys church, movies, dining out, home life, long walks, seeks caring, affection­ ate single black Christian male, 40-55. Ad#;1777 GET IN TOUCH Single white female, 34, 33, 5’6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseshoes, camping, fishing, races, sunsets, seeks sincere, emotionally and financially stable single male. Ad#.9797 LAID-BACK Single white female, 20, 5’5”, 115lbs., sandy blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys dancing, socializing, good times, seeks nice, humorous single male, to relate with. Ad#.6594 ACCEPT ME FOR ME Full-figured single black female, 23,5’9”, shy, non-smoker, likes clubbing, beach walks, theme parks, football, seeks tall single male, 23-30, who is a college stu­ dent. Ad#.7374 LOYAL HEARTS ONLY Youthful SWF, 59, 5’3”, medium build, auburn red hair, green eyes, loves danc­ ing, festivals, seeks honest SWM, under 60, childless, non-drinker. Ad#.4561 ONE FINE CHOICE. SW mom, 19, 5’4", heavyset, dirty blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys swim­ ming, movies, theme parks, seeks mature, honest SM, 18-28, N/S, non­ drinker. Ad#.7129 DREAMS DO COME TRUE Vibrant SHF, 18,5’5", 120lbs„ dark hair, hazel eyes, N/S, non-drinker, from the Middleville area, enjoys creative writing and reading, seeks tun-loving, energetic SHM, under 23. Ad#.5555 SHARE TIME WITH ME Outgoing single white female, 51, 5'5", medium build, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, likes fishing, knitting, campfires, cuddling, dancing, cooking, boating, seeks fun-l fun-loving single white male, over 48, who likes kes to laug laugh. Ad#.4226 IT WAS MEANT TO BE... Intelligent DW mom, 34, 5'8", heavyset, N/S, from Bloomingdale, enjoys time with her kids, animals, camping, fishing, seeks accepting SWM, under 45. Ad#.471O DASH OF SWEETNESS Responsible SW mom, 42, 5’6”, auburn hair, hazel eyes, likes gardening, shooting pool, motorcycles, traveling, seeks nice, trustworthy SWM, under 50. Ad#.8765 LOVING MOM Good-natured SWF, 20, 5’4", light hair, brown eyes, enjoys spending time with her son, seeking fun-loving SWM, 19­ 25. Ad#.9293 STATUESQUE! Attractive, outgoing SBF, 29, 5’9", slim, N/S, from South Haven, enjoys travel, and having lots of fun, seeks SWM, 40-55. Ad#.9O39 GIVE ME A CALL! SW mom, 21, 5’5", sociable, fun-loving, N/S, enjoys dancing, country music, going out, lives in Plainwell, looking for respon­ sible, employed SM, 20-35, who loves children. Ad#.1O31 DANCE WITH ME Humorous SW mom, 26, 5’7", brown hair, hazel eyes, N/S, enjoys hockey, the out­ doors, rodeos, seeks medium-built SWM, 24-38, children welcome. Ad#.25O3 TIME TO SHARE Trustworthy, good-humored, fun single white female, 37, 5’1", non-smoker, enjoys being with her kids, sports, seeks honest single white male, 32-47. Ad#.4726 WHY BE ALONE? Slender SW mom, 30, 5’2”, friendly, hob­ bies are movies, walks, family activities, seeks delightful, fun-loving SWM, 28-40, kids a plus, prefers N/S. Ad#.6792 GOOD-NATURED SW mom, 21, 5’5", plump, auburn hair, green eyes, N/S, employed, likes bowling, pool, movies, quiet evenings, seeks SWM, 23-30, N/S, who enjoys kids. Ad#. 1528 PETITE PROFESSIONAL Single white female, 49,5?, slim, enjoys travel, movies, cookouts, gardening, din­ ing out, seeks kind, sincere, honest white male, 45-55, who is a non-smoker. Ad#.115O SENSITIVE SIDE SW mom, 22, 5’4", N/S, funny, romantic, employed, seeks self-sufficient SBM, 23­ 35, for long-term relationship. Ad#.1257 ARE YOU KEEN? Medium-built SWF, 19, 5’1", redhead, green eyes, N/S, enjoys shooting pool, partying, dandng, seeks outgoing SM, 19-29, to share fun times with. Ad#.7781 Hi, I’m Shauna and I’m here whenever you need my help in finding that special someone Call and listen as Shauna walks you through her dating system, offering helpful suggestions to make meeting ideal mate quicker and easier. Shauna & J-ad Graphics The Meeting Place To place your FREE ad and be matched nstandy with area singles, Call 1-800-558-4394 Tofisten to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, Call 1-900-860-2104 ONLY $1.99 per minute will be charged to your monthly telephone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a touchtone phone. i Effective August 27,1997 theie will be a new 900 number at the same rate. The new number will be 1-900-476-6216 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Professional divorced white female, 48, 5’9", medium build, non-smoker, from the Albion area, enjoys dancing, movies, nature and more, seeks down-to-earth single white male, 45-52. Ad#.2435 LOTS OF FUN Cheerful SWF, 19, 5’7", N/S, non-drinker, adventurous, hobbies include movies, boating, taking walks, seeks open medi­ um-built SWM, 20-26, N/S. Ad#.8237 A LOVING HEART Kind, understanding SW mom, 46, 4’8", medium build, a smoker, non-drinker, seeks open-minded, loving, laid-back SWM, 45-65, who enjoys fishing and fix­ ing things around the house. Ad#. 1950 NEW ADVENTURES Single white mom of two, 35, 5’7", non­ smoker, professional, independent, loves motorcycling, dancing, music, camping, seeks funny, outgoing, attractive single white male, 32-45, non-smoker. Ad#.5962 COULD WORK OUT Slender SWF, 40, 5’5", outgoing and friendly, N/S, professional, enjoys tennis, biking, swimming, the outdoors, seeking intelligent SWM, 40-50, no children. Ad#.1754 FUN TO BE WITH Open-minded SWF, 18, 5’7", blue-eyed blonde, student, smoker, likes rollerblad­ ing, cruising, movies, partying, the beach, seeks SM, with similar interests. Ad#.1616 YOU’RE THE ONE FOR ME Single white female, 45, 5’5", medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, attractive, vivacious, dancing, reading, sports and country-western concerts, music, seeks physically fit, attractive single white male. Ad#.2371 WORTH THE WAIT! Single white female, 58, 4’11", 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacious, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dandng, movies, flea markets and romantic evenings, seeking compassionate single male, 50-65. Ad#.1735 SPECIAL TIMES Slim SWF, 44, 5'2",110lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys reading, bowling, playing darts and pool, fishing, the outdoors, seeking faithful, spontaneous SWM, 35­ 50, for companionship. Ad#. 1970 WAITING FOR YOU SW mom, 19, 5’3", medium build, blue­ eyed blonde, N/S, looking to meet an accepting SWM, under 23, who likes kids. Ad#.8O83 LETS HANG OUT! Single white mom, 20, 5’7", slim, adventurous, bubbly, smoker, enjoys being with friends, going to clubs, the beach, fourwheeling, seeks fun-loving, medium-built single white male, 22-26. Ad#.4249 CAREFREE SPIRIT SWF, 18, 5’2", 100lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, shy, happy, likes to party, ride hors­ es, work on cars, lifting weights, seeks high-spirited, compatible SM, 18-19, for possible relationship. Ad#.4465 A GIVER NOT A TAKER Slim single white Christian female, 56, 5’4”, 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys motorcyde riding, dancing, picnicking, traveling seeking singl single white Christian male, 50-60, to cudddle with. Ad#.1758 A GENTLE WOMAN SWF, 72,5’5”, personable, outgoing, N/S, retired, lives in South Haven, enjoys the beach, walking, quiet evenings, dandng, dining out, looking for kind, humorous SWM, 60-70, with similar interests. Ad#.551O Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute GENEROUS Professional single male, 43, 5’10", 180lbs., medium build, seeking under­ standing single white female, under 40, for long-term relationship, children wel­ come. Ad#.3275 ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT Normal, average SWM, 64, 5’7”, medium build, light drinker, enjoys raising horses, animals, seeks nice, slender SWF, under 65, childless preferred. Ad#. 1800 SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE Single white male, 20,5’9”, medium build, active, fun-loving, non-smoker, non­ drinker, likes hiking, running, seeks single female, to pal around and share great times with. Ad#.9376 YOU BE THE JUDGE SWM, 22, 5’10", medium build, brown hair, low-keyed, enjoys football, weightlift­ ing, seeks nice-looking SWF, 18-30, N/S, non-drinker, childless. Ad#.2546 GOOD WITH CHILDREN Responsible SW dad, 41, 5’7”, 228lbs., enjoys family times, hunting, fishing, camping, movies, seeks SF, under 47, N/S. Ad#.8954 WHY ARE YOU WAITING? Single white dad, 39,5’10”, average build, brown hair, non-smoker, easygoing, inter­ ested in live music, seeks medium-built, happy single white female, 30-45, to share time with. Ad#.9587 LOOKING FOR MRS. RIGHT Heavyset WWWM, 29, 6', brown hair/eyes, N/S, lives in Plainwell, likes camping, fishing, hiking, dining out, seeks compatible SWF, 25-40, kids okay, for possible marriage. Ad#.3598 REACH OUT TO ME! Single white male, 49, 6’, fit, blue eyes, smoker, honest, employed, from Battle Creek, enjoys long drives, cooking, pool, renting ti g movies, i, poetry, p ty, oldies ldi music, ic, seeks positive, compassionate single white female, 40-49. Ad#.3844 HERE I AM!! Single white male, 42, 5'9", 155lbs., down-to-earth, carin ring, sensitive, smoker, likes swimming, children, the outdoors, hiking, the beach, cooking, house plants, seeks single female, with similar qualities. Ad#.1020 TODAY IS YOUR LUCKY DAY! Single white male, 46, 5’11", smoker, enjoys camping, fishing, bowling, softball, the outdoors, seeks kind, caring, compas­ sionate, fun-loving single white female, 35-50, to share his life with. Ad#. 1028 HEAR ME OUT Single white dad, 48, 5’9", 175lbs., medi­ um build, non-smoker, employed, enjoys photography, woodworking, architecture, lives in Marshall, seeks healthy, intelligent single female, 35-48. Ad#.2O89 MEMPHIS TRANSPLANT Single white male, 26, 5’10’, 165lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, new to the town, enjoys physical fitness, dancing, reading, music, movies, seeks single white female, under 28. Ad#.6677 ADORABLE Outgoing SBM, 35, 6’1", smoker, occa­ sional drinker, lives in South Haven, inter­ ests include sports, movies, plays, hoping to meet SWF, 20-50. Ad#.9991 ADORES HIS KIDS Single white dad, 30,5’10”, medium build, sandy brown hair, from Battle Creek, enjoys reading, movies, music, home life, seeks stable single white female, 25-35. Ad#.1611 MUTUAL RESPECT SWM, 45, 5’9”, shy, reserved, heavyset, N/S, professional, communicative, opti­ mistic, lives in South Haven, likes swimming, long walks on the beach, seeks happy, competent, independent SF. Ad#.3001 MAKE AN EFFORT Single white dad, 23,6’4’, 210lbs., brown hair, green eyes, friendly, smoker, employed, enjoys dancing, dubs, music, working on cars, races, seeks fun-loving, honest single black female, Ad#.1973 GREAT CONVERSTATION... Single white male, 28, 6’6", 210lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, from Battle Creek, likes all sports, dining out, dancing, workiing out, seeks attractive single white female, 21-30. Ad#.5000 FRIENDS FOR NOW... Supportive single black male, 18, 5’10", from Battle Creek, likes travel, shopping at the mall, gardening, computers, seeks dedicated single female. Ad#.8699 HELLO THERE Single Asian male, 30, 5’10", kind of shy, non-smoker, professional, lives in Battle Creek, likes cycling, photography, tennis, Detroit sports teams, seeks compatible single female, 25-35. Ad# .2337 COMMUNICATION IS KEY Professional, fit single white male, 38, 5’10", 175lbs., smoker, home owner, from Battle Creek, enjoys movies, motorcy­ cling, swimming, fitness, fit seeks slim, respectable single white female. Ad#.3772 GOOD FRIEND SWM, 46, 5’8", 165lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, outgoing, lives in Hastings, employed, enjoys indoor/outdoor activi­ ties, seeks SWF, under 55. Ad#.9161 YOU DECIDE! SWM, 22,5’8", N/S, from Middleville, hob­ bies indude sports, music, concerts, seeks SWF, 18+, with mutual interests. Ad#. 1230 LIVES FOR ADVENTURE Professional single black male, 39, 6’, medium build, non-smoker, from the Battle Cre_e_k_-_K_a_la_m_a_z_o_o__a_re_a, -enijoys traveling, dining out and more, seeks attractive single black female, 20-32. Ad#.5363 COMMUNICATE! Shy single white dad, 36, 6’, 170lbs., smoker, seeks slender, honest, fun-loving, spontaneous single white female, under 38, friendship first. Ad#. 1007 OPEN-MINDED Single white male, 25, 6\ 165lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, affectionate, honest, pro­ fessional, non-smoker, likes skating, hockey, movies, seeks compatible, slen­ der single female, 21-31. Ad#.4256 COUNTRY LIFE Single white dad, 46, 5’8’, 190lbs., sandy blond hair, smoker, sociable, likes wood carving, movies, horses, scuba diving, seeks attractive, neat, slender single white female, 33-47. Ad#.4800 NEW ADVENTURES Single white male, 32, 5’11”, medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, employed, enjoys biking, family gather­ ings, lives in Battle Creek, seeks caring, honest, childless single white female, 23­ 36. Ad#.6915 LOVE IN FULL BLOOM Single black male, 18, 6’, heavyset, nonsmoker/drinker, quiet, shy, from the Battie Creek area, enjoys movies, dining out and romantic evenings, seeks fun-loving sin­ gle black female. Ad#.9688 TOUCH OF SHYNESS Pleasant SWM, 21, 5’9”, medium build, smoker, light drinker, enjoys fishing, bik­ ing, boating, the lake, seeks friendly, slender SF, of any age. Ad#.1275 FOUR-WHEELING IS FUN Employed SW dad, 24, 5’9”, slim, outgo­ ing, nice, friendly, enjoys family times, rac­ ing motorcycles, seeks slender SWF, 21+, light drinker, likes kids. Ad#.666l JUST VISITING EARTH Single man from Mars, 47, 6’, 185lbs„ looking for slender or medium-built single woman from Venus, 38-50, non-smoker, who enjoys dancing, movies, comedy shops and easy listening music. Ad#.2659 TAKE A CHANCE ON ME! Single white male, 50, 5’9", dark hair, brown eyes, smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys cookouts, cycling, walking, golf, dancing, movies, seeks single white female, 35-55. Ad#.3143 SERIOUS REPLIES ONLY! Single black male, 18, from Battle Creek, enjoys bowling, swimming, dining out, ball games, seeks hardworking, energetic sin­ gle female. Ad#.2500 BE TRUE TO ME SWM, 30, 5’9”, slim, N/S, employed, from the Grand Rapids area, enjoys classic rock, Steven King novels and watching sunsets at the beach, seeks honest, sin­ cere, slender SWF, 24-32. Ad#.7772 BASED ON TRUST Single white male, 22, 5’10", 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, Battle Creek resident, seeks kind-hearted single female, over 18, for relationship. Ad#.7157 AN HONORABLE MAN Easygoing single white dad, 34,5’6”, slim, non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes biking, reading, movies, golf, time with his son, seeks slim, childless single white female, 25-36, non-smoker. Ad#.5953 CHILDREN ARE COOL Shy-natured SWM, 18, 5’9”, slim, inter­ ests include sports, movies, kids, seeks good-natured SWF, 18-21, N/S, nondrinker preferred. Ad#.B499 THE MOON, STARS & YOU Sincere, thoughtful SW dad of one, 27, 5’8", slim, N/S, from the South Haven area, enjoys movies, beach walks, hiking and cooking,, seeks com compassionate, lovTOGETHERNESS SWM, 51, 5’11", heavyset, outgoing, N/S, enjoys the lake, dining out, quiet evenings at home, seeks confident, affectionate, easygoing, caring, fun-loving SWF, 45-50, for possible relationship. Ad#.3624 AM I WHAT YOU SEEK? Single white male, 50, 6’1", 185lbs., from Battle Creek, seeks interesting, monogamous, slim single white female, 40-52, for long-term relationship. Ad#. 1881 NO GAMES PLEASE! SWM, 28,5’11", 180lbs., laid-back, smok­ er, enjoys walks, camping, auto racing, horseback ridin riding, the th outdoors, seeks honest, sincere SWF, 23-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.4856 POSITIVE THINKER Slender Catholic SWM, 19, 6’, independent, active, self-employed, N/S, lives in Caledonia, likes going out, pool, jet skiing, country music, seeks interesting, slim SWF, 18-25. Ad#.8818 LOVING LIFE! Hardworking, humorous single white male, 30, 5'7", 160lbs., brown hair, non­ smoker, from Battle Creek, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#. 1741 YOU WON’T BE SORRY Single white dad, 26, 5’9”, medium build, seeks slender single white female, 20-28, who enjoys romantic evenings and spon­ taneous adventures. Ad#.7677 SHY & QUIET Medium-built single white male, 44, 5'2", non-smoker, lives in Bellvue, likes fishing, walking, biking, quiet times at home, seeks single female, under 44, for good relationship. Ad#.967O MOVED FROM PHOENIX SWM, 25, 5’11", sociable, smoker, employed, lives in Lansing area, likes movies, biking, hiking, camping, seeks medium-built SWF, 23-36, for nice gettogethers. Ad#.2887 ONE NICE GUY Respectful, chivalrous single white male, 19, 6’1", non-smoker, enjoys humor, music, socializing, seeks friendly single female, 18­ 25, race not important Ad#.3O29 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Single white male, 24,5’5", medium build, brown hair, hazel eyes, easygoing, non­ smoker, enjoys bowling, fishing and swim­ ming, from the Battle Creek area, seeks slender single white female, 19-26. Ad#.991O DEVELOP A LIFE? Caring, loyal single white male, 37, 5’11", 215lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battiecreek, likes movies, photography, animals, music, seeks similar single white female, 28-42. Ad#.1111 CINDERELLA’S SLIPPER Divorced white dad, 38, 5’6", brown hair/eyes, enjoys house work and spend­ ing time with his children, from the Battle Creek area, seekiing kind-hearted single white female, who likes children. Ad#.2O21 CHARMING Stable SBCM, 39, 6’4", from Grand Rapids, enjoys movies, dining out, travel­ ing, dancing, seeks rare, romantic S/DF, 38-44, 5’9"+, N/S. Ad#.4653 NEXT STOP...ROMANCE! Mellow, medium-built SBM, 38, 5’6", N/S, intelligent, enjoys music, sports and the arts, from the Southhaven area, seeks slender SF, under 40. Ad#.1913 A PHONE CALL AWAY Single white male, 36, 5’5", short brown hair, non-smoker, glasses, personable, enjoys comedy, bike riding, camping, trav­ eling, seeks single white female, 30-38, a non-smoker. Ad#. 1536 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 45, 57", non-smok­ er, social drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping in cabins, cooking, seeks single white female, under 46. Ad#.1255 HE’LL CALL YOU BACK! Single white male, 25, 5’11", personable, extroverted, likes movies, bowling, walks, looking for employed, drug-free, non­ drinking, childless single white female, 18­ 35, who does not smoke, Ad#. 1997 IS IT MEANT TO BE? Single white male, 42, 5’11", easygoing, understanding, likes walking, bike riding, sports, dining out, dancing, seeks non­ drinking, non-smoking, loving, caring sin­ gle female, under 45. Ad#. 1216 LAUGH WITH ME! Single white male, 22, 5’10", 155lbs., friendly, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes sports, music, long walks, dubs, seeks medium-built single female, 19-28, with no children. Ad#.1211 EASYGOING Nice SWM, 48,5’8", medium build, enjoys sports, music, country dandng, seeks S/DF, 35-48, non-drinker, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.7132 A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6’, medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20-24, no children, for pos­ sible relationship. Ad#.8914 IS IT YOU? Single white dad, 38, 5’9", 170lbs., smok­ er, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowl­ ing, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 A CUDDLY CHARACTER SWM, 41, 5’8", 175lbs., smoker, enjoys time with his sons, camping, fishing, long walks, billiards, rock *n roll, bowling, seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 28-41, who loves children. Ad#.2425 LIKES TO CHAT! Single white male, 45, 5’7", 145lbs., cre­ ative, likes being with his daughter, plays, music, reading, cooking, nature, seeks single white female. Ad#. 1286 LETS MEET FOR COFFEE SWM, 26, 6’, 200lbs., blondish-brown hair, blue eyes, medium build, N/S, enjoys rollerblading, the race track, dancing, seeks flexible, independent SWF, 20-28, Ad#.5747 ENJOYS TOGETHERNESS Single white dad, 47, 5’11", non-smoker, enjoys movies, plays, outdoor activities, spending time at home, seeks slim, adventurous, communicative single white female, 38-52. Ad#. 1250 TIME TO SETTLE DOWN Professional SWM, 39,6’, likes dancing, billiards, volleyball, movies, walking, photography, seeks SWF, under 39, N/S, who wants to start a family. Ad#.2175 LETS MEET SWM, 57,5’4", blue-eyed blond, enjoys going to church, football, basketball, seeking SWF, 55-58, for companionship. Ad#.6555 LOTS TO GIVE Loyal single white dad of two, 37, 6’1", smoker, lives in Battle Creek, employed, seeking land, sincere, outgoing single white female, 25-40. Ad#.8334 FOREVER YOUNG SWM, 43,5'9’, medium build, enjoys car repair, rock-n-roll music, the outdoors, seeking fun-loving SWF, 33-45, medium build, for possible relationship. Ad#.2276 SOCIABLE TYPE Single white male, 29, 5’8", 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, enjoys sports, travel, leisure activities, in search of an attrac­ tive, petite single white female, 21-35, who is fun to be around. Ad#.966O TRUE LOVE Single white male, 50,6’1", 220lbs., non­ smoker, enjoys walks in the woods, camping, hiking, the beach, cards, chess, dancing, seeks strong single white female. Ad#.3750 ONE WITH NATURE Attractive SW dad, 29,6', 185lbs., medi­ um build, enjoys sports, camping, canoeing, seeks attractive, trim, employed SW mom, 22-25, for possible relationship. Ad#.9350 MY LOOKS ARE PLEASANT Single white male, 46, 6’2", medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, commit­ ment-minded, seeks single white female, 35-45, no head games please. Ad#. 1880 I’M NEW TO THE AREA Fit single white male, 43, 6’, blue-eyed blond, non-smoker, light drinker, college educated, enjoys jazz, movies, tennis, seeks non-smoking single white female, 35-43. Ad#.875O WE’LL TALK MORE! Good-humored SWM, 37, 5'5", heavy­ set, N/S, likes hunting,, car races, pi picnics, walks, fishing, movies, walks, seeks SWF, under 45. Ad#.4444 DON’T HESITATE Single white male, 49, 6’, 164lbs., long hair, smoker, enjoys motorcycling,, seeks single white female, for friendshiip and fun. Ad#.4292 CALL THIS AD! SWM, 26, 5’11", medium build, smoker, occasional drinker, seeks SF, 26-40, who likes swimming, fishing, skating, long walks and romantic movies. Ad#.42O2 VERY BUSY MAN Divorced white male, 36, 6'1", medium build, smoker, likes cookouts, camping, garage sales and the races, seeks sin­ gle white female, 26-46, for companion­ ship. Ad#.1465 RESCUE MY HEART Slim single white male, 40,5’6", 150lbs., blue-eyed blond, employed, enjoys the outdoors, seeks attractive, slim single white female, 25-41, for honest relation­ ship. Ad#.2424 GOOD STUFF1 SWM, 20, 5’10", slim, brown hair, blue eyes, likes watching the Redwings, hunting, drinking, partying, seeks SWF, 22 or younger. Ad#.174O CALL ME FIRST Single white male, 43, 6’2", enjoys rollerblading, bike riding, the outdoors, seeking single white female, 37-44. Ad#.3637 To place an ad by recording your voice greeting call 1-800-558-4394, enter option ption 1,24 hours a dayl To listen to ads or leave your message call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 1 for our new auto­ mated interview, or option 2. To listen to messages, call 1-800-558­ 4394, enter option 2, once every 7 days for FREE, or call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4, anytime. To listen to or, leave a message for your Suitable System Matches call 1-900-860-2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4. For complete confidentiality, give your Confidential Mailbox Number instead of your phone number when leaving a message. Call 1-900-860­ 2104, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4, to listen to responses left for you and find out when your replies were picked up. To renew, enew, change cha or cancel your ad, 5ca8l7l 7.Customer Service at 1-800-273- Check with your local phone compa­ ny for a possible 900 block if you’re having trouble dialing the 900#. Ifyour ad was deleted, re-record your voice greeting, remembering NOT to use a cordless phone. Also, please do NOT use vulgar language or leave your last name, address, or telephone num­ ber. Yourprint ad will appear in the paper 7-10 days after you record your voice greeting. Male Black B Divorced Female F H Hispanic Christian C White W A Asian Single WWWidowed S N/S Non-smoker V Double Dater NA Native American M D Service provided by Direct Response sponse Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrie e Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. N 14221 SS. JW 0901 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 9, 1997 — Page 12 Tips offered for triming your credit debt Is your emergency fund less than $400? Are you taking out new loans to pay off old ones? Are you paying only the minimum amount due on your credit card each month? If your answer is “yes” to even one of these questions, your credit debt situation likely needs some trimming. The important thing is to take ac­ tion before the problems — and their consequences — move beyond your control. The first step in the credit­ trim-down process is to figure out just how much you owe. You’ll need to list all of your sources of credit, the amount you owe for each, months left to pay, the APR (annual percentage rate) and your monthly payment. If credit payments are beyond the available resources, it’s time to think about which debts to pay off and how to do it. Joan Witter, program leader for resource management at Michigan State University, suggests that one of these approaches may prove helpful. Using low balance method, you would pay off bills with the lowest balance due. As each balance is paid off, the money that you used for those payments is applied to other debts. Credit interest rates can be more than 20 percent. Interest costs can add immensely to the cost of your loan. 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Prices good thru Saturday 1 � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-09-16.pdf 5d88bc2bebe6e676986ff06e4787f601 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 38 — Tuesday, September 16, 1997 Local supporters say “bond passage will end school ‘overcrowding’ Many local citizens ap­ peared at the Maple Valley Board of Education meeting last week to voice concerns about overcrowding at the Kellogg, Maplewood and Fuller Street elementary build­ ings. There are 30-plus students in some classrooms this year, one more reason according to some, to support the special bond election, which will be held Monday, Sept. 22. School officials say that though this year's fourth­ graders were split into five sections while in third grade last year, recent budget cuts necessitated those 107 stu­ dents going to only four class­ rooms this year. Many are of the kids are considered "at risk" and Kellogg Principal Burr Hartenburg said he fears that children who need extra help may be sacrificed. "Four classrooms are obvi­ ously not as good as five," he told the school board. "And we have many kids reading at only a third grade level. It will be a difficult task to bring them up to where they should be under these conditions." Hartenburg added that 33 percent of the student popula­ tion at Kellogg are considered "at risk,", those receiving ei- thefTree or reduced lunches. "I realize why some of-these decisions are made," he told the board. "But as a building principal, I have the obliga­ tion to make you aware of the problems that exist in our building." The Kellogg building, once Nashville's high school, con­ tains seven classrooms, (four now are used, plus one for li­ brary, one for special educa­ tion and one for a computer lab). All are smaller than those in newer buildings in the district, and most are quite narrow. Much of the controversy this year surrounds the first story classroom where Laura Smith teaches. Because of limited space, there are no rows of desks. 28 students are arranged in groups of three, creating narrow walk ways to and from the teachers desk and chalk board. "We often laugh about hold­ ing class in the closet," she laughed during an interview, but the fact remains that she and parents of these fourth­ graders are concerned over conditions. Kathy Newton, a parent of one of Smith's students, also attended the. school board See Bond issue, P. 2 Those who have visited the lunch room at Fuller Elementary can attest to "utter chaos". A new multi­ purpose room would allow for less crowded conditions at lunch time and when inclement whether prohibits outside recess activities. Flag theft, vandalism reported in Vermontville Though overcrowding is prevalent in many Maple Valley classrooms, perhaps the best example.is Laura Smiths room at the Kellogg building. With 28 students this year the classroom looks more like a maze than anything else. All are making the best of the situation but .hope for you r suppoi>on September 22. Some Vermontville resi­ dents are up in arms after the desecration and theft of flags from Central Park. According to reports, no one seems to know exactly when the vandalism took place; but during the past two weeks someone took both the POW and American flags from the top of the monument and in doing so ripped the American flag. The only thing remaining is a small portion of that flag still affixed to the poll. There has been a report filed with the Eaton County -Sheriffs Department and the Ellis E. Austin chapter of the Vietnam Veterans are offering a reward for information lead­ ing to any arrests. Maple Valley News inter­ viewed Kelly Jo Williams of the Ellis E. Austin chapter, who said the flag incident is the last straw. Cars have been broken into, and things stolen from yards. She is sure that area teens are involved and is looking for help in keeping them off the streets and out of the park after dark. "This is awful," she said. "They didn't just take the flag, they climbed on the monument-and pipped-it right off the pole. They're also stealing from several of my neighbors. This has to stop!" Many residents agree that there is a real "kid problem" in the park. Teens are hanging around afterdark and then find­ ing trouble. Is there a solution? Some say that more control by local police is in order. After' the flag incident, Vermontville Village President Sue Villanueva called the Eaton County Sheriffs Department, which is responsible for patrolling the area. Deputies since then, ac­ cording to village officials, have been patrolling the vil­ lage on a regular basis. Prior, though contracted to do so, there were few visible signs of patrol cars in Vermontville. Williams said that she feels part of the problem lies with too little to do in Vermontville. She also said that she believes the village's recent attempts to control an­ imals and 4-H projects within the village limits is going to add to the problem. "These youngsters learn the right values through programs like 4-H," she said. "And See Vandalism, P. 2 School bond vote set for Monday Voters in the Maple Valley School District next Monday will decide the fate of a bond proposal to make additions and renovations to ease overcrowding in buildings. The polls for the special election will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The bond proposal, if passed, would cost taxpayers six mills. Property owners now pay that rate for general operations, but paid more than 29 mills until 1994, when Proposal A was passed. School officials stress that bond money will not be used in any way for general operations, for teachers' salaries, books, supplies, etc. It can only be used for building additions and renovations. The biggest need, according to Supt. Clark Volz, is to get rid of portable classrooms, he calls inefficient and a waste of taxpayers' money, and replace them with 24 new permanent rooms. "We currently are using office spaces, storage spaces and doubling up by splitting some portables for instructional purposes," Volz. said. "The 24 classrooms will be used as soon as they are completed. Several teachers at the elementary and junior-senior high are currently teaching from carts. They move their supplies to students in their classrooms or use available rooms as other teachers have planning time." Also planned is an auxiliary gymnasium that will help alleviate conflicts for teams practices. Some have to practice as early as 6:30 a.m. or as late as 10 p.m. because of lack of space. Though the bond issue is for six mills, school officials point out that the increase this year would be only for three because the three-mill levy for technology is" expiring. Volz added that the extra mills would be spread out over 25-plus years, but the rate likely would decrease after the first eight years. He said conservative projections show the extra millage would drop from 4.54 to 3.19 mills during the last 10 years. Those who oppose the bond issue say that their local taxes will double, that the schools are experiencing declining enrollment and therefore don't need more space, and that the project is too expensive. But Volz said the project is targeted for a; basic construction cost of $77 per square foot. "This is not extravagant," he said. "The facilities will be well built, efficient, safe arid effective instructional areas. The schools will be better equipped to compete with surrounding districts. Because of 'Schools of Choice,' this is critical to the quality of the program that can be offered to our students." If the. bond issue passes, the cost to a homeowner whose property has a market value of $50,000 will be an added $150 a year, but with the expiration of the three technology mills, it would be $75 this year. In This Issue... • Miss Piggy to spice up “Kiss the Pig” contest • MV alumni challenge to help high school band’s trip • Two local well-known moms to patrol high school lunch room • ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ on stage this weekend �The Maple Valley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 2 ISSUE SET FOR MONDAY, and voiced her con-• meeti cems spending time in that classroom,, "I dorft understand why you cut an entire section," she said. "There were five sections of these same children in third grade. I visited the classroom after several conversations with my daughter, who is in that room, and it is very crowded." Superintendent Clark Volz said that the decisions made didn't come easy. It was a matter of balancing the bud­ get. Much of the schools' op- erational money is used every year to pay for maintenance and to heat the district's porta­ bles. That money, he said, would be much better spent paying for additional class­ rooms, supplies and teaching staff. "Money spent on those portable classrooms is exactly the same money used to pay teachers,' he said. "I think this is directly tied to our bond proposal." Volz said that by doing away with the portable class­ rooms and completing needed Diana's Place The Place to Go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Diana Kuempel 852*9481 — Owner — continued from frontpage renovations to school build­ ings, the savings in energy and maintenance costs could allow for hiring additional staff. Transportation and Buildings Superintendent Pat Powers agrees with Volz's theory adding that in addition to actual expenditures, there is considerable time spent by MV custodians cleaning the portable classrooms, time that co.uld be spent doing maintenance work. "Each takes almost twice as long to clean as a conventional classroom," he said. What about the problems at Fuller in addition to the portable classrooms? Again more students than last year, and at the same time, more cuts. "We have 535 students at Fuller this year," reported Principal Bernie Hynes. "That's 20 more than last year.” She also reported that cuts Money spent on those portable classrooms is exactly the same money used to pay teachers. I think this is directly tied to our bond proposal. — Superintendent Clark Volz in that building have affected library time and playground supervision. Library hours have been cut by 40 percent this year, less­ ening availability of new items purchased through the enhancement millage three years ago. Trimming the budget also has affected teachers' aides. Hours have been cut for those employees who usually have supervised the hallways and playground to take care of "ex­ tras" in the classroom and make copies, leaving the building teachers with added responsibilities. "We simply cannot get copies made," said teacher Tammy Wilde. "Teachers are coming in on weekends be­ cause of the backup and those machines are fired up at as early as 5 a.m." She added that with only two machines in the building and the purchase of cheaper paper and supplies, paperjams are frequent. Fuller Street is also known as "trailer city" in the district, with many youngsters using portable classrooms from the time they start school throughout the second grade. Much is spent each school year to heat and maintain the portable classrooms. School officials stress’that it all comes from the general fund, money that could be used for aides, classroom sup­ plies, and reintroducing music to the elementary youngsters. Volz said that he feels right now is the community's chance to change all of this. He said a "yes" vote on Mon­ day, Sept. 22, in a special election would assure added classrooms at' Fuller, Maple­ wood and the junior-senior high school. It also would al­ low the Kellogg building to be used for the alternative edu­ cation program and eliminate the need to rent additional classroom space. Makers will celebrate their 40th anniversary Bill and Bonnie (Sherman) were married on Sept. 22, 1957 at the United Methodist Church in Nashville. They have two children and four grandchildren. They will celebrate their special day with a family dinner. VANDALISM from front page- ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS without the ability to have those livestock projects, many of these teens will have way too much time on their hands." William's added that she hopes to have both the POW and the American flags replaced prior to Sept. 27 when POW-MIA Recognition Day is to take place in the park. MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS - is seeking bids for the removal of three (3) Registered Underground Storage Tanks: One 10,000 gallon Diesel UST at Maplewood Elementary in Vermontville, Two 1,000 gallon Gasoline USTs at Maple Valley Bus Garage in Nashville. Bid specifications are available at no cost from Maple Valley Schools Administration Office, 11090 Nashville High­ way, Vermontville, during regular office hours. There is a mandatory site walk through'. The bid opening will occur 2:00 p.m. on October 2,1997 at the MVS Administration Office. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDUI ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School.............. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship......... 11a.m. Evening Worship.... .6p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ 7p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ........... 1 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School.............9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship........ 11a.m. P.M. Worship ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship.................. .7p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Sunday School..... Mornship Worship Evening Service .. Wednesday Family 9:45 a.m. ..11 a.m. ... 6 p.m. Night Service.............. 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ......... 1 1 a.m. Church School.............. 10 a m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m.Worship........ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship .6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration­ .10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ..9:30 a.m. Sunday School.. 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:30 a.m. Adult Class....... ....... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE 8593 Cloverdale Road f'/a ml. East of M-66, 5 ml. 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) south of Nashville) A.M. Worship ...............9:30 a.m. Sun. School................... 11 a.m. Sunday School................ 10 a.m. A.M. Service............... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.............................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sun. School..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service...................... 11 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service^......................7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship ......... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT . NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................. 9:45 Sunday School.................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev; David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Sun. Mass.....................9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.,. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service ............. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN our Lady of HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto . 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 3 Miss Piggy to spice up “Kiss the Pig” competition locally by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer The annual Kiss the Pig Contest is under way, and this year's Miss Piggy is all puck­ ered up and ready to make the event a memorable one. Just who is that masked lady? Julie Khori will play the part of Miss Piggy this year, and said she is eagerly await- ing her debut. Those who for this year’s contest has cer­ know her can verify that she tainly been fun. She and isn't the least bit shy. daughters Chelsea and Sydney "In high school I was the have been playing with the Maple Valley Lion," she said. makeup, she has a new wig "They must have all thought and is currently shopping for that I would be a shoo-in for "just the right dress" for the Miss Piggy." occasion. She added, "Everyone "I'm still looking for that knows that I'm quite the flirt!" perfect dress," she said. "It has Khori said that getting ready to be satin and low cut, and, of course, it has to match my lovely gloves." Those gloves would bring roars from any fashion show audience. They look like something from the dish washing soap commercial. Miss Piggy has also been spending considerable time re­ searching this year's contes- tants. Dr. Mike Callton; the Nuts and Bolts Queen of Nashville, Stephanie Thome; Citizen Elevator's Bob Mansfield; teachers Scott Lenz and Sharlot Sours, and Nashville pharmacist, Dave Mace. Each has canisters around town hoping to get a hefty donation and then be declared this years winner. None gets to keep the donations, but all are hoping to come out on top to assure that "hog wild kiss" in front of football fans at the homecoming game. All sup­ porters need to do is locate a canister and then drop in their loose change, or if the urge strikes them, to assure that the choice is the winner, maybe a few big bills. "I've been trying to decide who to support for this year's "big kiss" and really can't make up my mind, they're all very deserving," she joked dur­ ing a recent interview. "I hope that everyone in the commu­ nity is generous in supporting their favorite candidate." Putting all of the joking aside, the contest, which is an annual event is significant in replenishing funds in the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation each year. Those same dollars, coupled with other donations, help to send Maple Valley graduates on to college or trade school. Last year, more than $1000 was raised through the contest. With homecoming just a few weeks away, Miss Piggy has a lot of work to do. First, she must find a way to hitch a ride in this year's homecom­ ing parade (She must find the perfect escort. Where is Kermit when you need him!) She is also preparing some surprises for this year's king and prince candidates. And, with all that to do, time is running out. She is concerned that there may not be enough donations in the jars. Just to assure success this year, she may be found wandering around town giving out "sampler kisses." Miss Piggy is busy practicing her pucker these days, and hopes to make this Homecoming a memorable one for "Kiss The Pig" contestants, and they're fans. She really needs a special dress to go along with these gloves, is there anyone who can help??? Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu planned Wednesday, Sept. 17 Monday, Sept. 22 Pork chop aujus, scalloped potato, mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pineapple. Chicken cordon w/gravy, mashed potatoes, stewed tomato, bread, cookie. Thursday, Sept. 18 Tuesday, Sept. 23 Sloppy joes, O’Brien potato, lima beans, bun, jello. Groundbeef stew, lima beans, crackers, whole baked apples. Friday, Sept. 19 Chicken rice casserole, peas, veggie blend, bread, margarine, mandarin oranges. Looking for a PRINTER! Call... 945-9554 30 More Pay}! Events Wednesday, Sept. 17 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, blood pressure day; Woodland, blood pressure day; Delton, social day. Thursday, Sept. 18 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Sept. 19 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, Sept. 22 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Sept. 23 — puzzle day; 1-4 MMAP, Kathy, Lin­ coln Meadows. A Bank account is one of the safest investments on the market today. Open one! Eaton Federal O More Payf! 0 «> K Q wait tt tell 5 0 everyone you’ll foon be 5 0 4 0! F «* $ 0 £ • 4 FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet-749-2811 , Grand. Ledge.; .627;6292 OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. September 16, 1997 — Page 4 ‘The Gathering’ to feature historical farm on Dowing Rd. This old house, built almost 150 years ago by Darius Buxton was in poor repair until Peggy Fry came along and determined it to be a diamond in the rough. All kinds of little treasures can be found at Peggy Fry’s place on Dowling Road. This well house is just one of many buildings recently renovated and filled with antiques for ‘The Gathering" to take place this weekend. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Historians might marvel at the Darius Buxton Estat® °" Dowling Road just south of Nashville. Y CHERYL’S & HAIR SHOP u CHERYL PIERCE Owner | A 'Ay p 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 A J AyIQ HairstyleHsO.U..RfSo: r Men, WomA eVn &E CDhAildrenAJI AV E DA. A Mon. . & Wed. . 9 am - 8 pm; p ; Friday 9 am - 3 pm . Tint amt ani»scii-.nci» orrum: ri-owhit and plant usffNcaa Q AA Flu Shots Sept. 23 • 7-8:30 pm at MAPLEWOOD SCHOOL in Vermontville Sponsored by the Vermontville Lions Club Blood sugar, blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks will also be offered by the Vermontville Women’s Club. Medicare patients need to bring medicare cards so shots may be billed to insurance. — Donation Accepted — Once in disrepair, the home, now almost 150 years old, looks like a picture, all thanks to Peggy Fry, who saw a diamond in the rough. She now plans to share that with friends and neighbors at "A Gathering on the Farm" Saturday, Sept. 20. Fry said she has always loved and had respect for history, partly due to childhood memories. "I can remember staying with my great-grandparents when I was a child," she said. "They had a beautiful old home and took such good care of everything. They also enjoyed the simple things in life that are so often overlooked today.” Several years ago, as a native of Ionia, Fry and her family were looking for a place in the country, someplace where there was lots of room and fresh air. Her daughter saw an ad in the paper for the Buxton property and the family took a ride. "When we drove by the first time, it looked so sad," she said. "It needed so much work, but I saw a lot of potential." She added, "That old house just kept saying Tm beautiful and I need care." Th e Re\Tie Vermontville Theatrical Group Presents.., Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring September 18, 19 & 20 at 7:00 pm & September 21 at 2:00 p.m. at Vermontville Opera House Adults Tickets 35.00 • Senior Tickets 34.00 Adrance^cfcete or information call 726-0804 It wasn't long afterward that she found herself signing papers, though she still doesn't think of the house as hers. "I'm just a caretaker," she said. "I'm doing this for Mr. Buxton." And a lot has been done for Mr. Buxton. First, there were utility like repairs inside the two-story triple brick house, but soon she was able to begin outside, and with every completed project she said another picture would form in her mind and soon she would be right in the midst of yet another renovation. "It started with the bam, when we lost a roof to a storm," she said. "After that was repaired, I just couldn't stop, and just as soon as I would get one building restored, I would fill it up with all kinds of treasures and then go on to the next." She said she considers her relationship to the property as a "love affair" and a tribute to those who planned and then built the estate so many years ago. Perhaps one of the most unique projects is her room. She has transformed what once was a woodshed on the rear of the house into a sitting room filled with antiques and folk art. "When I bought the property, this had just a dirt floor and was really a mess," she said. "I began gathering things and soon it started to take shape. I just get an idea in my mind and then know just what the room needs." She collected bricks from the Cloverdale School, a large window from a boat house on Lake Michigan, and then wood for the ceiling from a bam on M-66. Once the room began to take on character, she started filling it with antiques collected in much the same manner. "I just keep right on collecting, everywhere I go," she said. Just outside the back door to her room is a flower garden fenced with wrought iron purchased from a local farmer. "I begged him to sell it and he did." she laughed. "And look at it now!" There are also bird houses, one parched on top of a ladder taken from another historical old bam in the county, and the guest house. That is where Darius Buxton's presence still inspires her. "It's the writing on the walls," she said, pointing to See Gathering, P. 5 Once just an old woodshed on the back of the Buxton house, this is now “Peggy's room" and the inside is just as pretty as the outside. Every bit of the renovation has little pieces of history from around the county attached to it. Dairy quiz bowl and judging and organization meeting set Any Eaton County 4-H member interested in dairy quiz bowl orjudging is invited to an organizational meeting Thursday, Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building. One does not need to be enrolled in the dairy pro­ ject to be involved. Quiz bowl and judging activities gives members a chance to learn decision making and public speaking skills. Members will also learn more about dairy science and management. For further information, call Doug Pennington at (616) 749-2184, or Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. $75.00 Reward For information leading to the arrest and conviction of person(s) who stole the flags from the Vermontville Village Park Vietnam Monument. Call Tom Williams 517-726-0236 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 5 M.V. ‘Alumni Challenge’ to help high school band’s trip have to do? Whether a Maple Fuller football field that Valley or former Nashville or evening. Vermontville high school "We will take them all," band member, just clean up joked Vanderhoef. "The more that old instrument and give involved, the more fun we either Kelly (Reid) Zank or will have that evening." Jolene (Briggs) Clark a call Aside from being a fundand let them know that you raiser, this is also designed to want to help blast the high bring out the community and school band. The alumni get everyone involved in one team, once organized, will be- way or another. The audience gin practices and then face off will determine this year's in what promises to be a hi­ "Alumni Challenge" winner larious competition at the and local ministers have agreed to help out (to keep ev­ eryone honest). There may be some who have gotten rid of their saxo­ from Page 4 phone or clarinet, but accord­ one inscription. out all of the treasurers that ing to Vanderhoef, that's not a The Buxton family kept she has collected over the problem. He has agreed to somewhat of a diary on those years, and has invited artists work with organizers to prowalls. Blizzards and storms and antique collectors to join vide instruments for the perand the like are recorded her for the very first formance to those in need. somewhere in that building, "Gathering Gathering at the Farm." And for those who don't which now is filled with Many of the items collected play? Just remember to come antique furniture, primitive art over the years will be for sale, and have a good time Oct. 25. and dried flowers to create a making room for more Admission is on a donation peaceful setting. At the time treasures that are still tucked basis, and all proceeds will go of purchase, however, it away. toward the band’s trip. There leaned to one side and was "It will be a delicious will be an old drum by the home to many woodchucks. assortment of country gate for those donations. The old barn on the primitive, folk art, herbs and Those who want to be a property is also a story in flowers," she said. "Not to part of the first ever Alumni itself. Once moved in, Fry mention all kinds of Challenge" should call Kelly realized that it needed the antiques." Zank at 852-9477. utmost care if it were to For those unfamiliar with survive and she began with a the Buxton property, "The Gathering" will take place at lot of nails and paint. "557 gallons worth," she 6383 Dowling Road, 1 1/2 miles west of M-66 between said. This Saturday, she will drag 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Maple Valley High School band alumni are invited to take on the current members in the first ever "Alumni Challenge" scheduled for Sat­ urday, Oct. 25, to help raise money for the Peach Bowl trip in January. Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef promises the "play off to be loads of fun for all who participate. How do alumni get in­ volved and just what do they GATHERING, Cub Scout Troop signups set Sept. 17 OPEN HOUSE 25th Anniversary Saturday, September 20, 1997 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm for Dave & Lucy Coblentz Everyone Welcome! Please come and share in the celebration 9245 Nashville Highway, Vermontville |f| W W This ad was incorrect in the 912197 & 9/9/97 issues of the Maple Valley News and The Reminder. It should have read: $50.00 for 8 weeks: It's time once again for new Cub Scout troops to get activ­ ities under way and fall sign up is right around the comer: Area cub scout leaders will gather at the Opera House from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, for the annual recruitment of new members. Any boys who have begun kindergarten through those in fifth grade are eligible for area troops, and should plan to stop in that evening with their parents. Those with questions about this year's signup, or who have a youngster who is inter­ ested, but cannot make this meeting, should call 726-1238 for more information. MAPLE VALLEYADULT EDUCATION High School Completion, Alternative Education & Vocational Classes Classes are FREE to the adult without a high school diploma. All other adults may take a class for $50.00 for 8 weeks. ADULT EVENING CLASSES - MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 6:00 pm -10:00 pm EVENING CLASSES BEGIN SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 MONDAY Computer Science - J. Swartz Data Base Excel Spreadsheet Word MS Office Access TUESDAY Civics - C. Parkinson Independent Study & World History C. Parkinson WEDNESDAY U.S. History - D. Hustwick Independent Study & World Geography - D. Hustwick English - L. Miller THURSDAY Science - T. Mix Math & Independent Study - T. Mix ADULT DAYTIME CLASSES DAYTIME CLASSES BEGIN TUESDAY, AUGUST 26,1997 8:00 A.M. ■ 3:00 P.M. Classes will be held in the church on the corner of Washington, and Queen Street in Nashville Math Science English World Geography Physical Educetion/Health Consumer Education Civics World History U.S. History ENROLL NOW! Maple Valley Community Education Office is located In the Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School — 12:00 Noon-10:00 p.m. . Monday through Thursday 852-2145 Eaton Horse Development group to meet The Eaton County 4-H Horse Development Commit­ tee will meet at 7 p.m. Thurs­ day, Sept. 18, at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. Suggested fair book changes will be discussed and submitted to the Eaton County Fair Board. Officers will be nominated and committees will be appointed for the 1997-98 program year and fair judges will be nominated for the 1998 fair. Each 4-H club involved in the horse project should send at least two members for voting purposes. All members, volunteers and parents interested in the horse project are welcome and en­ couraged to attend. For further information call the Eaton County MSU Ex­ tension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. HORIZON We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Dixie Brand Vickie Morrison Broker/ Builder Joan Shanafelt Rhea Ferrier Office Manager Realtor/Consultant Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant 517-726-1100 517-543-9925 517-852-0863 517-852-9414 — FARMS — Maxine Pixley Executive Assistant — RESIDENTIAL — NEW LISTING - ALTO - 4 bedroom, 2 bath home. Formerly a country store. With a Special Use Permit, a home business could be very successful on this very visible corner. Call Joan for a private showing. $124,400. (RE119JS) COUNTRY, HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split) with the sale of the remaining property. — VACANT LAND — ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) 2 RESIDENTIAL LOTS IN OLIVET - Priced to sell at $13,500. (LT908JS) NEW LISTING - CHARLOTTE - 5 bedroom, 2 bath home - with possible mother-in-law apt. Over 1600 sq. ft. of living space. Priced to sell quickly at $75,000. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE118JS) OLIVET - Large lot in Olivet, can build home or place a mobile or manufactured home. Call today for more information. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT910JS) $21,500 — S ACRES — Wooded with pond on property. (LT914DB) — COMMERCIAL — BUILT IN 1863 ■ ONE OF VERMONTVILLE’S OLDEST HOMES - Original wood­ work & fireplace. Come see this 3 bed­ room, 114> bath home. Newer kitchen & laundry room. Deck, garage. $71,900. Call Joan today for a private showing. ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) HEATED WORKSHOP AND HALF BATH sets off this county lot with three bed­ room home west of Charlotte. (RE116DB) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENT WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE! Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this summer. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 6 From Our Readers The price isn’t that steep so that the Maple Valley schools can get rid of portables To the editor: Recently, I met a new member to the Maple Valley Community. His name is Clark Volz. For those of you who haven’t met him, he’s the new superintendent at Maple Valley Schools. I’d like to give you my honest opinion of this man, since he would be the person most responsible for the bond money should the issue pass. Are you familiar with the term “good people?” Well, Clark Volz is the definition of “good people.” I’ve found that he’s honest, straightfor­ ward and dedicated to children. This bond issue, however, isn’t about one man. It’s about 1,600 children, and all the future generations of Maple Valley Lions. This bond issue is also about paying more taxes. Proposal 1 will cost six mills total, but will only in­ crease taxes by three mills. The three-mill enhancement millage, passed a few years back, is now paid in full. My letter to the editor is probably on a page with several other letters, all on the same topic. My mother always told me, believe only half of what you see, and none of what you hear. Mom never mentioned anything about how much you should believe of what you read, so before you let the opinion of others sway you, sit down at your kitchen table and see for yourself what this will cost you. To figure out what your tax will be, find your SEV. This is the State Equalized Value, it will be printed on your tax form. The amount is ususally 1/2 the market value of your Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Cail... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner house. For example, if your house is worth $50,000, then your SEV is probably around $25,000. Your tax amount will be $6 for every $1,000 of your SEV. So if your SEV is $25,000 then your tax will be $6x25 equals $150/year, or $12.50 each month. Last year, homeowners paid 3 mills, so the same $25,000 SEV would have cost $3x25 equals $75/year or $6.25 each month. Once you’ve figured out your actual tax, take a drive past the backside of Fuller Street Elementary School. Once you’ve done both of these things, you’ll be able to make a decision that’s right for you. I have listened to many discussions on the bond pro­ posal. To my way of thinking, it’s a very good thing for not only the children of this com­ munity, but also the com­ munity as a whole. In general, I believe the Maple Valley Community supports eliminating the portables. We’ve all talked about it for as long as I can remember. Well, now it’s time to stop wishing and start doing, and the first step is to get to the polls and vote for the kids of Maple Valley. Amy Laverty Vermontville Looking fora PRINTER? Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH PRINT SHOP • • • • (616) 945-5078 / Full Color » Signs Copying » Laminating Addressing ...and MORE! Complete Binding fax: <616) O F vCaanll 945“955fl v i 945-5192 Ask for one of our printing specialists New animal ordinance bad idea in Vermontville To the editor: After reading an advertise­ ment in the Maple Valley News, purchased by a local resident advising anyone in the village who is interested in keeping animals, and are 4-H members to attend the council meeting, it stirred my interest. After making several phone calls, I was informed the Ver­ montville Village Council was going to ban all animal except cats and dogs, no exceptions. I no longer have children at home and I do have a dog, but my main concern was the 4-H children in the community who will no longer be able to participate in a worthwhile program that has been around this community longer than the present council members. It seems to me that the council doesn’t want to do the job they have been elected by the people to do — enforce the present ordinance already in effect. Anyone who has any common sense would inter­ pret the rules as written. It’s time “the want to be lawyers” go to Cooley and live in the big city and leave this rural community as is. We already have an or­ dinance to regulate keeping horses, cattle, swine, sheep, ponies, goats, rabbits, poultry, and other animals fowl, except dogs and cats. This is written so it would allow people who have pro­ perty to have those animals with the permission of the council. And as I find out, has never been denied. It has allowed children to participate in 4-H activities. Yes... there are some guilty people, including myself. When my children were younger we had two rabbits behind the garage. I never gave it a thought to ask permission. Having five acres to put them on, I didn’t see a need, but that was wrong on my part, as it may be for some of die other people here, or just as wrong as asking permission and getting it and not returning the next year thinking it was OK. That is what has happened in this community. It may violate peoples’ rights to have peace and quiet. We also have a noise control ordinance, which takes care of that. Section (b) state animal and bird noises: the keeping of any animal or bird, which, by cause infrequent or long con­ tinued noise, shall disturb the comfort or repose of any per­ son. That tells how to deal with that problem and even a recourse for the village to take. Does this council ever try enforcing this? I asked the two people on the ordinance committee if they have ever had anyone complain to them, and they said no. Now council states people complained about barking dogs, but they have no written documentation from anyone in the village with a complaint. If there were, there is already in place, which states very plainly how to handle that situation. It appears that council members years ago had enough insight to take care of the issues at large without creating problems they can’t handle or enforce. It appears council now is interested in obtaining new baseball fields for use for eight to nine weeks out of the year at the expense of the taxpayers, but they don’t see the value in a pro­ gram that keeps children in an activity all year long, that allows children to develop leadership, knowledge and meeting people and develop­ ing friendships that can take them farther than the village of Vermontville. It’s called Vermontville Jr. Farmers 4-H Club. I am not opposed to the ball fields, the offer may be a good one. I hope the council gives some hard thought before destroying a good program this community has worked so hard to keep going for the children in the area, both in and outside the village. Let’s all take a stand behind the children and attend the next council meeting to voice sup­ port and leave the ordinance as it stands today. Just one more short note, much to the surprise of me and a majority of the other people who attended that meeting, because of reading the advertisement, we found out that it was a public hearing to ban the animals and adopt a new ordinance. Council posted it on the village office window and at the grocery store, which was covered up by the large sign that told about the school election meeting held the same night. Rest assured, council said they would post it in the local newspaper of another public hearing. Get your good reading glasses on, because it may be really small. JoeAnn Nehmer Vermontville Don’t let the local schools double the taxes To the editor: Here we go again, another big push is on to get into our pockets and extract money we need to maintain our lives and provide for our families. I wonder what part of “no” these people don’t, understand? In each of the past attempts to spend millions of tax­ payers’ dollars, we have told them “no” yet they just don’t seem to listen. After the last attempt that was defeated they remarked “That was a close vote, maybe if we try again it will pass.” So here they come again, and this time, they add more to what they are after and raise the price tag to almost nine million dollars. They call this a bare bones package and yet they ask us to pass a request for 24 addi­ tional rooms, plus three new gyms, or as they like to call them, multi-purpose rooms, these rooms alone at a cost of $1.5 million. Twenty four new rooms to eliminate 13 portables? What is wrong with this math? 24 minus 13 equals 11. Does this mean we are building 11 rooms more than we need? Why at this time, when our student count is as low or lower than it has ever been, do we need all this extra room? Maybe it’s time for the administration to give the rooms back to the kids. The costs of this project are out of line for what we may really need, which is a few new rooms. Over one million dollars of this is for architec­ tural fees and a construction manager, there is a contingency fund or slush fund of $500 plus and the list goes on. I know that somewhere there is someone who really wants all of this, but as yet I have not found that person. I have talk­ ed with members of the com­ mittee to spend, as I refer to them, and to board members, and have been told by these people they were not for all of this. Who is? We have been told that ifwe build it, they will come, like a parade from “Field of Dreams” and that is exactly what this is. They tell us if we construct new buildings, peo­ ple and business will jump at the chance to relocate in the Nashville-Vermontville area that all we need are these bet­ ter buildings to raise our stan­ dard of education. Will someone tell me why? When the new Maplewood school was constructed, where was the flood of people and business, or in die ’50s as the new Fuller Street school came about and again in the 60s when we built the new Maple Valley High School. Where, oh where, have the businesses all gone. Maybe someone has their heads on backwards, first you attract industry then you attract more people and then you have created a larger tax base, which in turn allows you to be able to build more rooms as they are needed. I feel that too many in favor of this proposal have been at the bench for too long. It’s time to take your heads out of the sand and face reality. Do we, the citizens of the Maple Valley School district want Nashville-Vermontville to become a bustling industry center as we are told will hap- pen, or are we content with our rural community’s low crime rate and clean air and water. Tell them thanks, but no thanks. Vote no! Until you really decide to go with a bare bones proposal let’s save our tax dollars and not waste them on another election and all the other costs that go along with these fishing expeditions, which amounts to over $10,000 to date. Don’t let them pass this as it stands, they say by moving the fourth graders to Maplewood and out of Kellogg, we will save money. I have a problem with this, as do a lot of other people. How can we save money when they want to spend $2.5 million plus to accommodate these kids? It was mentioned in last week’s paper that Kellogg could possibly be used as a community center. How can this be? What about the A.D.A.? Let’s face it, the real idea is to eventually eliminate the Kellogg School. Again, tell them no. Don’t let them double your school taxes for the next 26 years. Think about it, double the amount you are now paying and for the next 26 years. Vote no Sept. 22. Gary Spidel For Sale CANNING TOMATOES FOR SALE until frost. Call 616-367-4111 to order. KING SIZE “PILLOW TOP’ Luxury firm mattress set with frame & beautiful brass head­ board “Brand New” cost $1,400, must sell! $375. 1-517-676-6414 �l^&K lsN& K 'MSs *{> >sm •v?SSs ss&s •>SS ‘5** s* **is1^ i||**sbb 1^ >*■>?■ bi*k*^(.i *£5? *S?‘ 5; S S The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 7 Classrooms not needed when numbers decline Let’s vote “yes” on schools for our local children To the editor: Dear editor: The Maple Valley School Board is proposing another bond issue to build 24 new classrooms. Before we decide this issue, let’s look at the facts. Since 1994, funding for Maple Valley schools has in­ creased 31.8 percent. In the last three years, enrollment at three of the four schools has decreased, resulting in empty classrooms at both Maplewood and Kellogg buildings. The enroll­ ment stats are: high school, decrease from 740 to 687; Kellogg, decrease from 143 to 118; Maplewood, decrease from 362 to 280; and Fuller St., increase from 386 to 522. Fuller Street does have a problem of overcrowding, which was compounded last year by moving the principal’s office from where it was for years into the biggest classroom and evicting the children. Poor judgment by someone, perhaps? By remov­ ing the seventh and eighth grades from the high school building and putting them in the proposed new wing, we will be creating more empty rooms. Perhaps it is time to admit we made a mistake and return K through 4th grades to Maplewood and Fuller and put the fifth and sixth back in Kellogg. By using all of the existing classrooms, we could then see where rooms need to be added. I think the taxpayers would support a more modest pro­ posal to build classrooms where needed and closing in the walkway at Maplewood. I don’t hear a lot of support for a multi-million dollar debt for 25 years for excess classrooms. Because of charter schools, Christian Schools and home schooling, it doesn’t appear the enrollment figures will change much in the foreseeable future. Remember, six mills will dou­ ble the school millage on your home. Maybe the committee has overestimated our true needs. Nashville * ‘qb u?9^rt u?9 Mife MU ■tai kos Oite bbi a mini tai I tan Itetalk» udararii wttildaii * H fata, III Infan tabVtify nta nbtaiiiMi I^ta ns^tabiBK iHaiudobntanek Let’s vote for good, safe Maple Valley schools To the editor: Kids today deserve nothing less in quality than what was done for us. My father-in-law was near­ ly 90 years old when we went to vote on a school millage. Someone said to him, “Well, here’s another no vote, I guess.” He straightened up and answered, “When I started school 80 some years ago, I didn’t have to build my own school or train the teachers or write my own school books. Someone else ahead of me had cared enough to pay for all that and had it ready for me. I can do no less than these children today.” One thing I think so impor- tant is to move all children out of those portables (which in my opinion are expensive to keep up and awkward to use) into permanent buildings so they can be a real part of the whole school. They should have a positive school life. Over the last 40 years our communities have benfitted from three new schools built and maintained by others who cared. Needs have changed over the years, but we owe it to kids today to have good, safe schools and the classes and tools they need for tomorrow. Please join me and vote “yes” for the future. Elbert Carpenter Vermontville aatettani tain Rfcll fatttl^ fa of rid a®1* attj JIOjMtfe aj MhtR11 MhtaR11’ •i« fiP afabj?^ lit fjlttipi0' Ibfkita uf-1 life t« ita'P*^ »ta iiU^ i» *ii*l*St -ilt plfto»s’** pool fati* »» (tod life jrpi k ta* Ityfe tty tty tty *• Don’t condemn our kids to ‘adequate’ future I’ve heard many negative comments, from a variety of people, in regard to the up­ coming bond issue. In fact, until a few weeks ago I agreed with most of these people. After reading the material the school has made available to us, talking with Superinten­ dent Clark Volz and observing the condition of our school buildings, I have changed my mind. I am convinced this money will not be spent inap­ propriately. Our buildings and many of their classrooms are in desperate need of improve­ ment or replacement. I feel the greatest commodi­ ty we produce in our com­ munities are our children. They are entitled to the best education,, under the best conditions that we can provide for them. We are now doing a disap­ pointing job of providing them with a positive learning en­ vironment. Outdated, unsafe and adequate are no longer ac­ ceptable discriptions to apply to educational facilities. The world is very competitive and our children are going to be left behind. Don’t condemn them to an “adquate” future. Please, vote in support of the bond issue and in support of our children on Sept. 22. Charlie Wawiemia Vermontville i* it* ta «»* 0* Historic Bowens Mills “It’s Cider Time Festival” Ji R? <«>& £/?' Once again, the school is asking for a millage! Some points you need to consider before you vote: • What are they doing with the new money from state aid now? The state pays $308 more per student this year and according to the superintendent will for two more years, $308 x 1,600 students equals $492,800. If we need buildings instead of portables at Fuller and science labs updated at the high school, why not ask for this? Looks to me like extra cur­ ricular has priority over regular education with the cut­ ting of teachers and the addi­ tions to the athletic budget two years in a row. Do we need to spend $947,700 for a new gym and locker rooms? Do we need to Let’s do something for Maple Valley students To the editor: To the editor: Cider, Donuts, Apple Dumplings, Water Power and Old Time Demos, Live Music, Hay Rides & lots more. Specialfeatures each weekend. Sept 20 & 21: Quilt Show and Old Engines. Sept 27 & 28: Tours/Victorian “Bowen House", Plank House & Mill Living Quarters. Oct 4 & 5; Mountain Men Encampment. Oct. 11 & 12: Civil War Reenactment. Oct 18 & 19 : French Voyager Encampment. 11 am-4pm. Adults $4.00 Kids $1.00. 2 miles north Yankee Springs Road. 616-795-7530 Gerrie Long Nashville Don’t let non-taxpayers decide for schools To the editor: * >'2 5 *>'25 i®S fa juy *Si ta!» Sept. 22 is the day when we Maple Valley voters will have a chance to improve our schools and our pride in the Maple Valley school system. There are lots of different ideas about what people feel should or shouldn’t be includ­ ed in the bond issue. Our school board, administrators and concerned citizens have spent hours of their time developing a plan that would fit the school system’s needs with minimal cost to the taxpayers. Our purpose for voting must be based on what’s best for our community and our most important resource, our children. State law dictates that funds raised by a bond proposal will be used as stated in the pro­ posal. It will not be used for teachers’ salaries, football fields, books or supplies. It will be used for the necessary additions on the buildings, much needed improvements on the existing buildings, and a new building to replace the many portables. I would encourage every citizen to vote in favor of this proposal. Our children deserve the very best that our community can offer. We have a responsibility to pro­ vide the children in Maple Valley with an environment that is conducive to learning and says, “We value you.” Our predecessors sacrificed to build our present schools. We must be willing at this time to do the same for the children of this community. They need to be able to com­ pete equally with others when they leave our schools. Please vote “yes!” It’s time we pass the bond. As s we drive rve by y ourscoo our schools, s, especially with all of its por­ table classrooms, you can see that our community schools need repair. Portable classrooms are expensive to heat, cool and maintain. We could use the money we spend on those bills to get our children ready for the 21st century. Our neighboring districts have already passed their much needed bonds and now it is our turn to keep up with society and put our youngest citizens first. Children can’t vote for the things they need, like the safe, comfortable learning environ­ ment they deserve to work and learn. It is our job to provide it for them. We have great kids in our communities. Let’s do something for them! Please vote “yes” on election day Sept. 22. Joe and Ida McGinley spend, $2,569,186 at Maplewood so we can have a place for alternative ed. If these kids could follow rules they could be in Our high school where we already have teachers and rooms. Whatever you decide, please take time to vote, don’t leave this decision up to non­ taxpayers! This is the group that is being worked on hard to vote. Ron Tobias, Nashville Bond proposal is good idea Dear editor: I am sure that this letter will find itself sitting on a page with some others that are say­ ing the bond proposal is a bad idea. ’ Is it a bad idea to replace ■energy wasting, high cost, electrically heated portables with efficient permanent classrooms? Is is a bad idea for existing buildings to be brought up to basic fire and disability codes? In my review of this entire proposal, the only thing I see wrong with it is that it is not free! Few things are. As I have worked in our communities to inform people about this proposal, I have been honest about every aspect. It is a good idea for our students and for our communities. I hope you will join me in voting “yes” on Monday, Sept. 22. Clark Volz Vermontville Maple Valley needs more classrooms for growth To the editor: I had five kids go through Maple Valley schools and the taxpayers paid for their educa­ tion and school buildings. Why should it be any different for today’s kids? I took my grandson to Fuller Street a few years ago and found them holding a class in the entrance way! I understand they now hold classes in closets and storerooms. I think it’s time for more classrooms. I’m old and retired, but I’ll pay my taxes and give the kids coming up a break. As long as we don’t have in­ dustry, shouldn’t we keep our schools up to par? If we don’t have them, what have we got? And how are we going to sell our property at a good price without decent schools? 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A division of J-Ad Graphics (517) 543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 8 Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 plans open house Sept. 24 Nashville Boy Scout Troop 176 invites interested boys and their families, ages 11 to 17, to an open house at the scout hall Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. The scout hall is located at the north end of Middle Street in Nashville, at the public ac­ cess for the Thomapple River. All members of the Nashville VFW Post 8260, also are invited. The post sponsors the troop. There will be refreshments, displays and photos from the troop’s trip to Camp Madron this past summer. At summer camp the boys were able to earn merit badges and advance in rank. Chad Oullette, Jason Engle, Mark Wrubel, Jon Mudry and Chris Dunham attended camp the week of July 27. Camp Madron is located south of Kalamazoo at the Rota Kiwan Scout Reserva- MSU 4-H secretary to retire Sept. 17 After 1216 years of service as the 4-H program secretary, Mary Hart of Charlotte is retiring from the Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension office. Due to changes in her hus­ band’s (Barry’s) career, her calling to do more volunteer work in the community, and her three children and four grandchildren who live far away, Hart will be leaving Extension Wednesday, Sept. 17. An open house will be held in her honor Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building Public Meeting Room. The community is in­ vited to join together in wishing her well by taking part in this celebration of her Extension .career. tion. Frank and Sue Dunham accompanied the boys,, to . Scoutmaster Elton Tait, who the boys affec­ tionately call “Elmo,” and his wife, Loni, joined the group for the closing firebowl ceremonies. The boys are now planning fall activities, which will in­ clude a weekend campout at the school forest, a five-mile day hike and overnight campout and a court of honor. Local FFA member earns national silver rating Nick Thompson, a member of the Maple Valley FFA chapter, received a silver award rating at the National FFA Proficiency Award Finals held during the second week of August in Alexan­ dria, Va. His state winning application was sent to be judged with other state win­ ners across the nation in beef production. The Beef Production Profi­ ciency Award, sponsored by the National FFA Foundation, Mallinckrodt Veterinary, and Nasco, is designed to award FFA members for their achievements in beef production. Thompson is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School and is attending Lansing Community College. Scouts’ recycling date is Oct. 18 The Sunfield Boy Scouts’ recycling date has been mov­ ed to Oct. 18 because of the scouts’ fall campout Oct. 10-12. MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, REALTOR1 Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) HMS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells.................... ■ Eves. 726-0223 726-1234 (Back row) Frank Dunham, Mark Wrubel , Chris Dunham, Jon Mudry, Jason Engle, (front row) ChadOullette and Sue Dunham. Local scholarship foundation activities, donations reported The Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foun­ dation will hold a board of directors meeting Oct. 2 from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Maple Valley High School library. A short public report will be made at the October Maple Valley High School Board meeting. Recent additions to the 1997 Funder Listing are: Marion Corey Memorial, Mary Weiss, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Winegar, Elizabeth Good Estate, and Sallea Moore Tisch. Donations have been in memory of Marion Corey from: the VHS Class 1939, Mary Weiss, Dorothy Benedict, Mark and Kathy Jarvie Family, Danny and Sue Smith and Dorothy Shaffer. Elizabeth Walsh donated in memory of Fred Walsh. A memorial page has been add­ ed to the memorial book, which is located in the Putnam Library, along with the “in Thank You CARD OF THANKS VACANT LAND NEAR CHARLOTTE • 44 ACRES with woods, creek, pond and hills. Great hunting & wildlife, 30 tillable. Old barn on prop­ erty. Located 3 miles from Charlotte. Call Homer. (VL-73) VERMONTVILLE - 3 BR mobile home & a "3-level" barn on 214 lots — close to stores. Call BUILDING SITE: APPROX. ONE ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. gas available, perked & surveyed j— some trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer. (VL-67) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.. .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) 2 UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for .more "info." (V-66) In Memoriam IN VERMONTVILLE ■ NICE 3 BED­ ROOM, 2-story home. 2 baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Occupancy at dose. Give Nyle a call today to see. (V-68) IN MEMORY OF NASHVILLE - Cute 2 bedroom home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the details! (N-72) each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Call Nyle to discuss NEW LISTING IN NASHVILLE - Two lot & home packages. (VL-52)(possible three) bedroom Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available),, near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) ranch home on Thornapple River, breezeway and 2 pllus car garage, full basement with family room. This is a well cared for home — one you must see to appreciate!! “ Appliances included. Call Homer. (N-75) Richard (Dick) Hummel who passed away two years ago. Sadly missed by, _______His family & friends Lost & Found LOST: Blonde Sable Collie female (Rosie). Reward. 616-758-3508 YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE - $11,900 ONE LOT LEFT • 12 ACRES ■ $12,000- Good building site on The family of Nelson Brumm wishes to thank everyone for their cards, prayers, flowers, food, and memorial gifts. A special thank you to the 3rd floor nurses at Pennock Hospi­ tal, the staff at Thomapple Manor, Dr. Joseph, Pennock Home Health Care staff, Reverend Jim Hynes, and the U.M.W. for the luncheon. Annella & Jim Aurand Shirlie & Don Augustine Jan & Jerry Johnson ON 1% ACRES PLUSIMINUS NEXT TO PARK IN NASHVILLE - 4 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, large living area with "wrap around" porch on this partially brick home with a deck & firepit. Many "extras" — all on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. (N-71) J Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL honor” and “recipients” books. These books are kept at Vermontville Library and Putnam Library in Nashville on a rotating basis. Photocopies are placed in the library when originals are moved. Charles and Louise Viele donated in honor of the 80th birthday of Lloyd Eaton. Richard and Ruth Ann Hamilton donated in memory of Mabie Powers; Mr. and Mrs. Homer Winegar in memory of Herb Yaudes, Don Pixley, Don Langham and Wayne Foster; Arline Hokanson in memory of June Pember and Madilon Pennington. Sallea Tisch donated and a final payment from the Elizabeth Good estate in the amount of $2,128.20 was received. Total received from the Elizabeth Good estate is $109,128.20. Requests for information, as well as donations, may be addressed to MVMSF Box 715 Nashville, MI 49073. MVMSF is a non-profit charitable foundation. To be different than the crowd is to risk being the “most popular”, because your life is governed by God, your lifestyle shows integrity. Happy 17th Birthday ...and we are veruy proud of you. Love, Mom and Dad lEsWetfauaeHei Reserve your booth today for the: 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997 10 AM to 4:30 PM Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and Booth Size and Rates: Phone: 517-852-2145 bam repairs. 517-726-1347. 40 4^ 0 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ (QX-AijS. ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 1 'o ZT 8'x4’- $35.00 8’xl0’ - $45.00 Limited 4’xl2’- $40.00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 :— Page 9 Avon collection to be on block at sale today by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Some collect books, others antiques. Most know just what they have and its worth. There is one Nashville woman, however, who when recently doing some fall clean­ ing, found that she too had quite a collection, one that was much larger than she ever imagined. Judy Hook said that she had always loved Avon, and through the years bought many items and then because bottles were pretty or because someone might like a particu­ lar item someday, just kept hanging on to them. All were tucked in closet comers until last week. Little did she realize just how many there were, and just how valuable! Now, with the help of a book on loan from Bud Hast­ ings, those closet treasures are organized and labeled, some dating back as far as 1943, and all are to be sold beginning Two well known moms now patrol high school lunch room *<k? !isS is S *1 tail. !taifc!*Mh) !*Mh) ■■ ii toil ■hn kEats^^, ibii Mita BISS’.. iriihiKii ®'k,i MklMi tali 71SNM.hk frkta NW nip 1EEK ffljjtte Charlie Wawiernia arid Bev Oleson fit right in at MV high. The two moms recently got hoodwinked into ■becoming "The Lunch Room Patrol" and are loving every minute of it. No more food fights at Maple Valley! The lunch hours at the high school are now policed. Having lunch room moni­ tors at the junior-senior high school is what some are call­ ing a rather unique idea. After all, most believe that "helpers" are needed at the el­ ementary level! However, there are 211 students in the high school cafeteria at the same time throughout three lunch periods in the junior-se­ nior high building, and Principal Todd Gonser felt things were a bit out of hand. That's when Ke called Charlie Wawiernia and Beverly Oleson, two mothers he knew could handle most anything. Wawiernia said she wasn't even a bit apprehensive when she was approached because she had taken on many tasks through the years and was known as "Ma" to -several teens in the area. Most of her work in the past had been as a volunteer, and this was a chance to be on the payroll. Oleson, on the other hand, was taken completely by sur­ prise. It was a case of being in "the wrong place at the wrong time." "I stopped by the school with a milk shake," she ex­ plained. Dental work had made her son's mouth a big tender and she wanted to make sure he had something 'substantial. When she entered the build­ ing, Gonser-approached her and asked if she was there for lunchroom duty. "Not on a bet!" she ex­ claimed. However, with some coax­ ing -from Wawiernia, she agreed to help out. Now the two moms halt those who run through the cafeteria, put a stop to the racket when possible, and act as referees when a. disagree­ ment breaks out. "I- was going to come to work in my refs uniform with a whistle," joked Wawiernia. "But my kids would have been a bit embarrassed!" For those unfamiliar with this duo, many will recognize WaWiemia as the one with the clip board. She 'is o the side­ lines of Lions football games in the fall, on the basketball court and even at baseball games, where she keeps statis­ tics. She also has chaperoned many band trips and dances through the years. Oleson said she has often been working behind the scenes as a volunteer. As the one who always made snacks for parties, chaperoned trips and car pooled, she said that it was time to be on the payroll at Maple Valley. She had worked for a short time as an aide before taking on lunch room-duties. The two said last week that they aren't still quite sure where these new positions are leading them, but together they can conquer anything, or if defeated, at least they will have given it their best shot; Their motto? "If we go down, at least we'll go down together!' today at her home on Lawrence Road, just south of Nashville. '"This is the first time ever that I have gotten everything out and realized just what I had," she" said. "I hope that there is a collector somewhere who can really appreciate this collection. Arranged neatly in her garage among other sale items are Special Moments plates, many pieces of the Cap Cod Col lection?'men's decanters, candles, and many other items. Some are still in origi­ nal boxes and have never been used. Maple Valley News visited Judy and watched her put the finishing touches on her sale items last week. All are spread out on a hay wagon in the garage. That too was for sale. "How in the world am I go­ ing to get rid of the wagon with all of those bottles on it?" husband Larry teased. She has assured Larry that the wagon will be empty come next weekend, but she needs to get the word out to collectors! "Once I got all of these out and realized just how many there were and began looking up current book values, I was amazed," she said. "But I have no room, and I can't enjoy these when they're tucked away in boxes. Is there some­ one out there who loves Avon as much as I do?" She has also collected other types of treasurers from friends and neighbors to assure that there is something there of interest to everyone. Judy Hook has just unveiled quite a collection of Avon. Some bottles date back to the 1940's, and all are to be sold beginning today. BOY SCOUT TROOP 176 ★ OPEN HOUSE ★. Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 pm at the Scout Hall, located at north end of Middle St. in Nashville Boys ages 11-17 interested in scouting, their families and community members JOIN US FOR REFRESHMENTS BoNuS BuYs Sea Breeze Gillette Foaming Face Wash 6 oz. Trac II Plus Razor or Gillette Atra Plus Razor Outrageous Moisture Rich Shampoo 15 oz. Your Choice Gold Bond Tempanol Infusium Temporary Filling Kit Medicated Cream 1 oz. Shampoo 16 oz. Select Formulas Basis Soap. 4 oz. Your Choice Basis Cleaner Clean Face Wash • 6 oz. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - 214 Main Street, Nashville basis basis 852-0845 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday Basis Comfortably Clean Face Wash 6 oz. - $3.49 Sale Dates September 3- September 17,1997 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville’ Tuesday, September’l’6, 1997 —’Page 10 Jeff Seavolt is an experience builder Obituaries Newest wood shop teacher is a familiar face Fred Thomas Wright Wood shop class at Maple Valley just could produce some new contractors with the help of Jeffrey Seavolt, the schools' newest recruit. Seavolt, who recently earned a bachelor of arts de­ gree, has just joined the MapleValley staff, and says that he is here to stay. "Since getting that teaching certificate I have always wanted to work at Maple Valley or Charlotte (he grew up in Charlotte), where I was back home," he said. Those sitting in on one of Seavolt's sessions with high school students will realize right away that he is more than a teacher. As an experi­ enced builder, he knows first hand what will and won't work, and plans help those with building skills to reach their potential and those just interested in dabbling to be­ come a "master fix it" by the end of the first semester. His name may be familiarto many around the area as a CHARLOTTE - Fred Thomas Wright, 81, of Charlotte passed away September 12, 1997. He was bom on May 6,1916 in Chester Township, Eaton County the son of Fred Thomas and Emma (Zimmer­ man) Wright. He worked as a truck driver for Johnson Lumber Co. for 27 years. He was a member of the Conservation Corporation. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary in 1991. Mr. Wright is survived by three daughters, Doris (Thomas) Moran of Eaton licensed contractor. "I've been involved in many building projects here," he admits. But more important, he plans to earn recognition as a teacher, coach and friend. He said during an interview that it was teachers and coaches that he had in high school that in­ fluenced him, and he plans to do the same for others. "1 knew that someday I would be a teacher while still in high school," he said. "I had many good teachers and coaches that influenced me in a lot of ways and I want to do the same. He added, "If I could make a difference for just one kid like these guys have done for thousands, then I have been a success." And, though Seavolt doesn't acknowledge it, he has made a difference to many teens, be­ fore coming to Maple Valley. Along with his former posi­ tion as a K-12 art teacher, he also has taught after-school Rapids, Dorothy (Robert) Bennett of Battle Creek and Dorene Bearndt of Eaton Rapids; two sons, Dick ^Stephanie) Wright of Eaton Rapids and Phillip Thomas of Detroit; 12 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; and two sisters, Vivian Meeder of Eaton Rapids and Catherine Brown of Charlotte. Funeral services were held on Monday, September 15, 1997 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Steve Erkel officiating. Burial took place at Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. James R. GibsonLANSING - James R. Gibson, Jeff Seavolt recently joined the staff at Maple Valley High, many already know him as a licensed contractor or assistant coach. enrichment programs at Olivet College, devised and imple­ mented "positive reinforce­ ment" programs at Eaton Rapids Middle School, where he was once a student teacher, and volunteered as a certified Red Cross instructor. Seavolt also has supervised weight room activities at Charlotte High Schools, acted as assistant coach to the Lions SPECIAL SCHOOL ELECTION NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION OF THE ELECTORS OF MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS EATON AND BARRY COUNTIES, MICHIGAN TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 22, 1997 TO THE ELECTORS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT: Please Take Notice that a special bond election of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, will be held in the school district, on Monday, September 22,1997. THE POLLS OF ELECTION WILL OPEN AT 7 O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING AND CLOSE AT 8 O’CLOCK IN THE EVENING The following proposition will be submitted to the vote of the electors at the special bond election: BONDING PROPOSAL Shall Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Eight Million Six Hundred Sixty-Fiye Thousand Dollars ($8,665,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, for the purpose of: • erecting furnishing and equipment an Early Childhood Center and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Fuller Elementary School; relocating and improving the playground and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Maplewood Elementary School and developing and improving the site; • erecting, furnishing and equipping additions to and partially remodeling, refurnishing and re-equipping the Jr./Sr. High School and developing and improving the site? (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must bed audited, and the prop ceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administratorr or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.) PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE THAT THE BONDS OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IF APPROVED BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE ELECTORS AT THIS ELECTION,, WILL BE GEN­ ERAL OBLIGATION UNLIMITED TAX BONDS PAYABLE FROM GENERAL AD VALOREM THE VOTING PLACES ARE AS FOLLOWS: PRECINCT NO. 1 Voting Place: Kellogg Elementary Gym, in the villaGe of Nashville, Michigan. The first precinct sists of all territory of the school district located in Assyria, Baltimore, Castleton Hastings and Maple Grove Townships. PRECINCT NO. 2 Voting Place: Maplewood Elementary School, in the Village of Vermontville, Michigan. The second precinct consists of all territory of the school district located in Carmel, Chester Kalamo, Sunfield and Vermontville Townships. All school electors who are registered with the city or township clerk of the city or township in which they resident are eligible to vote at this election. H This Notice is given by order, of the Board of Education of Maple Valley Schools, Eaton and Barry Counties, Michigan. Allison Avery Secretary, Board of Education junior varsity girls’ softball team, and spent four years working with juvenile offend-, ers at the Eaton County Youth Services Facility in Charlotte. Though he doesn’t plan to coach at Maple Valley right away, he does have big plans for the shop this year. During first semester he will be in­ structing two architectural drawing classes, and two tech ed classes, and has big plans to upgrade the woodshop room. "I plan to bring the shop to the next level," he said. "We will be working on many unique projects this year, in­ cluding building furniture. I also plan to expose my stu­ dents to state shows and com­ petitions." Real Estate CHARLOTTE- BY OWNER: 2bd., on 1 acre. Country setting, deck, fenced yard, shed, new carpet and appliances. $76,900 or best reasonable offer. Inspec­ tion September 20th & 21st 10-5. House will be sold Sunday night to highest bidder. 517-543-8779 or 517-321-4227. 73, of Lansing passed away Friday, September 12, 1997 after a lengthy illness. He was bom in Gibson County, Tennesee the son of John and Madeline Gibson.. He joined the Civilian Conservation Corp, in the 1930’s serving in Utah and Colorado. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II and served as a gunners mate in the Naval Armed Guard aboard merchant ships. Following the war he worked at Oldsmobile Division in Lansing, retiring in 1982 after 35 years. He also owned and operated Foster Ave. Grocery from 1956 to 1962. Mr. Gibson was a member of VFW Post 701, UAW Local 652 and the U.S. Navy Armed Guard Association. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margie (Polly) in 1994. Mr. Gibson is survived by one son, Lawrence Gregg (Nancy) Gibson of Charlotte; two grandsons, John and Keith Gibson; two sisters, Catherine Algee and Francis Gibson both of Ypsilanti. Arrangements Arrangements were were made made by Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Kenneth L. (Peck) Pember____________ VERMONTVILLE - Kenneth L. (Peck) Pember, 88, of Vermontville passed away Saturday, September 13, 1997 at TenderCare in Hastings. He was bom on March 3, 1909 in Vermontville, the son of Albert and Eva (Jarrett) Pember. He graduated from Vermontville High School in 1928 and horn Augabrights Business College in Battle Creek. He married Josephine Cowell in December of 1954 in Angola, Indiana. She passed away in 1960. He married June Kunde on August 14, 1961 in Vermontville. She passed away June 3, 1997. Mr. Pember farmed all his working life and raised sheep. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, growing flowers, antiquing and travelling to Ireland and Alaska. He was preceded in death by one sister, Ilah Leeser, one half sister, Georganna Griftin, and one half brother, Earl Hadden. Mr. Pember is survived by two step-sons, Paul (Joyce) Kunde of Jenison and Henry (Charlotte) Cowell of Vermontville; six step grand­ children; seven great grand­ children; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Norm and Joyce Noviskey of Hastings; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm Tuesday, Septem­ ber 16, 1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home in Nashville with Rev. Jeff Bowman officiating. Burial will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery, Vermontville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermontville Boy Scouts. COUNTRY HOME on 53 acres. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2+ car garage, deck, french doors, cathedral ceiling w/fan, fire­ place, washer and dryer, $185,000. Anxious to sell call 517-852-9467. ' For Safe Automotive 1989 FORD F-150 XLT LarieL Extended cab, good condition, $6,500. Call 517-852-9467. MV7212 - Maple Valley Schools - Spacious 3 bedroom ranch with central air on 1/2 acre close to town. Spacious garage. Master bath has garden tub. $82,900. V Call Linda Rough 616-792-2380 or 616 792-2219 > 1991 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CALAIS p.s., p.b., air, higher mileage car, well cared for by older woman, excel­ lent condition 517-852-9647 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; asking $5,700. Call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817_______________ 1994 CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 series, extended cab truck with cap, very low miles has air, cruise, tilt, p.w., and seats, trailer package, good condition, 1 owner. 517-852-9300________ ' 1994 CHEVROLET Silverado , 1500 series, extended cab truck with cap, very low miles has air, cruise, tilt, p.w., and seats, trailer package, good condition, 1 "owner "517--852-9306- - "Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, Thank Yous and more. Stop by our office and ws see one ofour Wedding Specialists, 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings 945-9554 WM' �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997__Page 11 Community Notices Arsenic and Old Lace’ on stage locally this weekend HISTORIC BOWENS MILLS ‘Its Cider Time Festival”. Cider, donuts, apple dumplings, water power and old time demos, live music, hay rides & lots more. Special features each weekend. Sept. 20/21: Quilt show and old engines. SepL 27/28: Tours/ Victorian “Bowen House”, Plank house & Mill living quar­ ters. Oct 4/5: Mountain Men Encampment. Oct. 11/12: Civil War Reenactment Oct 18/19: French Voyager Encampment 11am- 4pm. Adults $4.00. Kids $1.00. .. 2 miles north Yankee Springs State Park off Briggs Road. 616-795-7530. 5 VERMONTVILLE- Vermont­ ville Meadows Apartments. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available. Taking applications for waiting list also. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. Recreation Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIVERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton. 517-852-9691. For Rent 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, remodeled on Thom ap­ ple Lake, single working person or couple. 517-852-9386 tovil ttK-M.feti OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP ni wml b«: u! l«trm SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS a im tbtKpjtd.. Mnathlu i its: trafe j; K ft it Jte it use F. bHin# ndito WiitjisiW ton i ap| the Brewsters, a family of rather unique individuals. There's the two old maid type "very charitable" sisters, and the nephew who believes "Arsenic and Old Lace" is scheduled to appear on stage at the Vermontville Opera House later this week, and the crew from The Revue is putting the finishing touches on preparations. This production, a play rather than a musical like some previous, centers around Vermontville Veterinary Service Tamera K. Cohoon Reist, DVM totSP!'^ Help Wanted We stock a complete line of... OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner HELP WANTED: Person to work on large dairy farm near Caledonia. Outside work, feed­ ing, scraping, etc. Must be able to run equipment, night shift 7:30pm-4:00am. Phone 616-891-8093 Available services include: Equine reproductive and general medicine Lameness and pre-purchase exams Dairy production medicine • All other farm species al Also camelids and captive cervidae Cell Ph.: (517) 242-4928 Voice Mail: (517) 580-4128 After hours emg.: (517) 726-0792 lou’re probably saying to yourself, any four-year-old knows how to use the bathroom. But you may not know that vou use more water in the bathroom than anyplace else in your home. In fact, between the you’re shaving. jeupto 15% HAIR STYLIST/NAIL TECHS. Chair rental at Rhea’s Cosmopolitan, Lake Odessa. 517-821-8548, 616-374-0202 • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies Introducing a new federally accredited veterinary service in the Vermontville area. HOW TO USE THE BATHROOM and Mr. Spenalzo, Jonathon • Residential • Commercial • Farm WE OWN OUR TWO BEDROOM MOBILE HOME One or two adults only. No pets. References, first months plus deposit required in advance. 517-852-1996. himself to be Teddy Roo­ and Mortimer, who after a long absence from the family, begins to learn quite a lot about his "strange heritage." Many familiar faces of The Revue will appear on stage during this production, which is directed by Carol Satterly and produced by Bill Reynolds. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased from Reynolds by telephoning 726­ 0804. Seats for adults are $5, senior citizens are $4 and chil­ dren 13 and under can see this production for $3. Performances are set for 7 p.m Thursday Sept. 18; Fri- 2065 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville, Ml NASHVILLE- Nashville Park Apartments. 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. day, Sept. 19, and Saturday Sept. 20. An afternoon matinee also is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m. sevelt. Other family members and guests include Dr. Einstein EWING WELL DRILLING INC. ■?1E Joshua Brace, a native of Charlotte, and a 1997 graduate of Maple Valley High School recently graduated from Marine Corps recruit training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, Calif., as a Marine private. Pvt. Brace will go to Camp Pendleton, Calif., next for ad­ ditional training, this time in his military occupational specialty, which is Marine combat training, motor transportation. A BEAUTIFUL 37FT. 5th wheel, slightly used, triple slides, washer, dryer, all options, deluxe. Sacrifice. 616-962-4580. 2 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME in country, trees and water, between Vermontville & Nashville, stove and refrigerator furnished $325 per month & security deposit 517-726-1424 <4^5 In the service toilet, the shower and die mon water hy installing And just because a weightedjug inyour toilet tank. 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Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Thursday, Sept. 18 Choose one ham and cheese submarine, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, green beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Monday, Sept. 22 Chicken sandwich, cheesy potatoes, pineapple tidbits, M & M cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Sept. 23 Macaroni and cheese, green' beans, peaches, oatmeal muf­ fin square, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 17 Friday, Sept. 19 Choose one — cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, broccoli, ap­ plesauce, juice, milk. Chicken nuggets, tossed salad, pineapple, spice bread, 1/2 pt. milk. 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The public is invited to at­ tend the Church of the Nazarene, 301 Fuller St., Nashville, to hear mis­ sionaries the Rev. and Mrs. Dale Stotler Tuesday, Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. The Rev. and Mrs. Dale Stotler are career assignment missionaries for the Church of the Nazarene in the Republic of South Africa. Rev. Stotler received a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Nazarene College in Wollaston, Mass. He received a master of divinity degree from Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Mo. Patricia Stotler received a registered nurse’s degree from Indiana School of Nurs­ ing and bachelor’s degree from Eastern Nazarene Col­ lege. Prior to their missionary appointment, the Stolters were pastors in New York and Pennsylvania. The Stotlers were the first Nazarene missionaries to work among the Venda tribe, near the northern border of the Republican of South Africa. This was officially handed over to national leadership in 1987. The district hopes to attain regular Tuesday, Sept. 23 CALL 1-800-669-8957 TODAYI Richard Cobb • David Cobb Missionaries to visit Nashville Church of the Nazarene Sept. 23 Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! Pasture tour to be held in county Sept. 18 The Eaton County pasture group’s second tour this year will be on Thursday, Sept. 18. The pasture tour will be hosted by Duane and Pat Tir­ rell and will start at the Jack Tirrell farm on 615 West Kalatno Highway in Charlotte at 1 p.m. This month’s tour will feature sheep grazing on tur­ nips with discussion about how these can fit in to your grazing program. Learn how turnips can work for sheep, beef or dairy grazers. This segment of the tour will feature Dr. Joe Rook from MSU Large Animal Clinical Sciences. As part of this month’s tour, group members also will look at improving pastures through frost seeding grasses. Learn about proper establishment techniques, as well as poten­ tial pitfalls. This segment of the tour will feature Dr. Rich Leep from MSU Crop and Soil Sciences. Eaton County Pasture tours are open to all interested grazers or those interested in learning how grazing can work for them. There is no cost for the program and no registration is needed to attend. The Rev. Dale Stotler district status in 1998. From 1988 to 1992, they served as interim mission director on the Natal Indian and Zulu districts and in the Northern Travnsvaal. The couple taught extension courses for the Bible College. Mrs. Stotler assisted the district treasurers and trained authors. During their most recent term of service, the Stotlers have pioneered new work for the Church of the Nazarene in the Southern Afrida mountain kingdom of Lesotho. Three churches in the low lying area of the country have been organized; however, much of their efforts have been to fly by Mission Aviation Fellowship into the remote Maluti mountains to reach the people groups living in high mountain valleys. They serv­ ed in the training of pastors, laymen and women in discipling new converts. They have helped the pastors organize Sunday Schools, as well as local church boards and committees. The Stotlers have three children: Christy, Heidi, and Jonathan. Calendar o£ Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Sept. 18 — Barry County Homemakers Fall Gathering and Potluck at Courts and Law Building Community Room, 10 a.m. Sept. 18 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Extension Office. Sept. 20 & 21 — Calhoun County 4-H Rodeo in Marshall. Now through Sept. 30 — Pesticide Collection — Clean Sweep — (Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds) — Call the Exten­ sion Office for details. Oct. 2 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 — Small Animal Developmental Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. Oct. 18 — Leadership update, “True Colors,” 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Extension Office. Oct. 27 — Animal Science Training, 7 p.m. at the Expo Center. Oct. 27 — Character Counts Training for 10-12 years old, 7 p.m. at the Expo Center. PLEASE NOTE: Until further notice, the Extension Office will be closed during Lunch Hour on Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00. ★ * ATTENTION * * Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years of Experience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointment for a check on your equipment so you're ready forfall. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville Laadscaping program Sept 18 An Introduction to Land­ scape Design class will be held Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Eaton County Office Building’s Public Meeting Room located at 551 Courthouse Drive in Charlotte. Dale Lautzenheiser, land­ scaper for Designing Gardens, will offer tips on landscape do’s and don’ts as well as suggestions for basic landscaping. This program is cooperatively sponsored by Eaton County MSU Extension and Designing Gardens of Charlotte. Registration is re­ quested by calling 543-2310 ’W .1)r.w viorfl .waU 517-852-1910 FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 Ph HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday HOU riday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 13 From Our Readers '!"! P7 Yes vote is support for a better community To the editor: kl* wBnaLiaw ■Ofc Ofc White The bond issue before the voters of the Maple Valley School District has been wide­ ly debated in the community. What it will accomplish and why it is needed have been well explained and publicized by its supporters at communi­ ty meetings in both villages and in mailings to each home in the district. Rather than repeat that information, I will address certain side issues that keep coming up. Many opponents of the bond issue argue that the pro­ ject is too big, that we should do it in stages, or only as we can afford it. They overlook the advantages of doing what needs to be done now. By do­ ing it all now, we only have to go through the state approval and bidding process once. The chance to do the entire project will attract better bids from more contractors and sup­ pliers. By doing it now, we won’t be distracted from the business of educating our students every few years as we attempt to move ahead to the next stage of the project. Those proposing that we make improvements only as we can afford them are act actual­ ly suggesting that we make improvements from our im operating funds. Our operating funds are used for the day-to-day operations of the district, such as books, supplies, salaries, maintenance, utilities, etc. Every dollar we take from those funds is one less dollar that actually goes to education. The bond proposal gives us a way to get the needed im­ provements without sacrific­ ing the education of our students. In fact, the bond proposal will allow us to con­ vert some operating funds currently used maintenance and utilities to actual education. The portables at Fuller Street School are extremely expensive to heat and maintain. The proposed Early Childhood Center for the youngest students (kindergarten, prekindergarten, and first grade) will greatly reduce these costs, freeing up that money for uses more directly related to educating our students. Many comments and ques­ tions seem to assume that the district will be abandoning Kellogg School in Nashville. Nothing could be further from the truth. The intention is to use that building to house the alternative education pro­ gram. That program is popular and growing fast. It draws students from surroun­ ding districts, and each stu­ dent brings a foundation grant from the state equal to the grant received for each stu­ dent in the regular K-12 pro­ gram. The growth of the pro­ gram is limited by the size of its current building. Moving it to Kellogg will allow it to reach its potential. The alternative education portion of the proposal is con­ sistent with the state’s recent efforts to introduce an element of competition in public education. 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Obviously, the more students we can attract to Maple Valley, the more state money the district will receive. Modern, efficient and attractive facilities will aid the district in that competition. Much criticism has focused on the greater burden that farmers in the district will bear under the proposal because the millage is, after all, a tax on land. That point is well taken, but, it is unfair. However, that is the system established by the State Legislature. It is not something that can be changed at the district level. Opposing the proposal because of this system imposed from Lansing amounts to punishing our children and grandchildren (and ourselves) for something over which they had no con­ trol. If you don’t like the cur­ rent tax system, vote out the legislators who support it and vote in candidates who will change it. Don’t deprive our kids of decent schools because you don’t like what the legislature has done. The same criticism has been raised about state mandates in our schools — state re­ quirements that we provide this, that or other services. Special education is one that comes to mind. Opponents say ignore the mandate; just say “no” to the state. They overlook the fact that a “man­ date” is an order; we don’t have a choice. Again, if you don’t like what the state has done, vote in the state elec­ tions to change it. Don’t take it out on our kids. Don’t overlook the fact that the funds raised by the pro­ posal will be used and con­ trolled at the local level. This money won’t be going off to Lansing or Washington to be used for some purpose that we don’t know about, or that we may even actively oppose. These funds will stay here and be used for our own purposes to better our own community. Many opponents are con­ cerned, naturally, about what the proposal will cost them. There is no doubt that the pro­ posal will cost everyone in the community — we all work together for the good of us all. If we give in to the tempta­ tion to think only of what’s best for each of us personally, then there is no community and we might as well all be living in some nameless suburb where we don’t know or care to know our neighbors. The fact that you are living here indicates that you prefer a real community. The proposal gives us a chance to improve our com­ munity, and I urge all of you to vote, and to vote yes. Jeff Murphy Nashville You can improve your professional image with affordable, high-quality business printing services The business printing experts are here to help you stay ahead of the competition. Our friendly, knowledgeable sales staff takes as much time as necessary to understand your business printing needs. 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Graphics (616)945-955401945-5078 Fax{616)945-5192 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 16, 1997 — Page 14 Maple Valley runners take part in TK Invitational Runners from Middleville, Caledonia, Lakewood, Maple Valley and Delton took part in Monday's Thomapple-Kellogg Invitational held at the Yankee Springs State Park in Gun Lake. The event drew 28 teams and 419 total participants. Maple Valley took part in the Kellogg Division placing seventh out of ten teams in the boys and second in the girls. Tri Unity scored 30 to beat Maple Valley's 46 in the girls event. Ryan Emerick was Maple Valley's top finisher in the boys race with a 24th place 19:34. Heidi Eberly was fifth in 21:34, Dawn VanderVlucht was sixth in 21:37 and Nicole Wilson finished ninth in 22:13 to highlight the Lions' girls performance. Delton competed in the Thomapple division, placing fifth in the boys and fourth in the girls. Zach Taylor was second for the boys in 16:52, Casey Louden was 13th in 18: 07 and Nino Figaroli was 20th in 18:45. Jessica Kellogg won the girls race in 20: 01, Desi Petkoff was sixth in 21:45 and Nikki Schiedel finished 16th in 22:43. Kellogg's win came against a defending State champ from Coopersville. Caledonia won the girls title with host Middleville ending up second. The Scots had 52 points to the Trojans' tally of 64. Caledonia's Brooke Wierenga was first in 19: 36, Middleville's Jessi Davis was second in 20:19, Caledonia's Jenny Sprague ended up third in 20:55, Middleville's Danielle Quisenberry was fourth in 21: 07 and Sarah Grow was seventh in 21:36. Wayland's boys won the Middleville division, Maple Valley's boys use the "team" strategy at the T-K Invitational at the gun Caledonia was third and Lake Park on Sept. 8. Middleville wound up fifth. Caledonia's Andy Schupp was 16:54, Caledonia's Rob Lillie fifth in 17:16 and second in 16:47, Middleville's was fifth in 17:11, Middleville's Matt Eaton was Ryan Hesselink was third in Caledonia's Joe Lillie was 12th in 18:00. MV Track Club begins fall season The Lady Lions finished with an impressive second place in the Kellogg Division at the T-K Invitational. Potterville up ends Valley in varsity basketball action A hard-fought battle from start to end finally concluded with Potterville scoring a 71­ 58 basketball win over Maple Valley Tuesday night at Maple Valley High School. The Lady Lions made runs at the Vikings, but had to play the final two minutes with four players as a result of fouls. In Coach Jerry Reese's words: "We were out-quicked to the ball all night." Dawn Stine led Maple Valley with 17 points, 10 coming in the final two quarters. Stacie Goris and Jessica Cook also scored in double figures with 13 and 10 points, respectively. Jessica Howard led Potterville with 18 markers. Stine had a big all-around game with 20 rebounds, 3 steals and 2 blocks. Cook pulled down 8 caroms, while Melissa Kirwin made 4 steals. The fall season is in full swing for the Maple Valley Track Club, with many events planned for area elementary and middle school aged children. Members actually are preparing for high school track, gaining exposure to competing with other schools and at the same time having fun. "That is the whole idea," said coach Jerry Sessions. "To make this a lot of fun." Sessions has just begun working with youngsters this fall and is still taking new recruits. Practice is every night after school until 4:30 pm and all children need to bring along is their running shoes. "We welcome new NEWS Newspapers: The medium of choice! 83 71% ofcommunity newspaper readers read every issue or almost even.' issue. don’t always read direct mail ads. National Newspaper Association readership studv, Spotlight on the Reader For more information, call 1 (800) 829-4NNA. Fall season is underway for the Maple Valley Track Clu >>an and they are still looking teyarest oo ng for youngsters who would like to participate. The club, nc n it it's fourth year will be ccompeting with runners from several other schools during September and October. members," said Sessions. "This isn't a situation where the kids have to make every meet or every practice. Everyone comes when they are able." Valley Track Club. There is, however, opportunity for car pooling. Throughout the season, children n will receive recognition on Session’s "Top Ten" list and c&verage of the meets will be supplied in the Maple Valley News. He added that the track club was designed for grades five tthrough eight, but younger students are encouraged to join The 1997 Fall schedule is in. as follows: There are six meets planned Sept. 16: Away meet at for the fall season, the first Leslie at 5 p.m. All grades this week, with Leslie. can participate Unfortunately, there is no Sept. 20: The Lowell school transportation to these Invitational at Lowell begins meets. The program is at 9 a.ipf ^jl seventh- an<| .s.P.QiJSQrsd. .and. jlQlally. eighth-graders can compete atsupported by the Maple this event. Sept. 27: Carson City Invitational begins at 9 a.m. Again, seventh- and eighth­ graders can compete. Sept. 30: Bellevue at 5 p.m. All can participate. Oct. 4: Bellevue Invitational at 10 a.m. for seventh- and eighth-graders Oct. 14: Maple Valley League Meet. 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FUN TO BE WITH Ad#.5355 'Single white male, 33, 6’, slim, shy at times, Open-minded SWF, 18, 5'7", blue-eyed employed, from Battle Creek area, enjoys GET IN TOUCH blonde, student, smoker, likes rollerblading, movies, dancing, fishing, seeks slender sin­ Single white female, 34, 33, 5’6", brown cruising, movies, partying, the beach, seeks gle white female, 26-34, non-smoker, friend­ hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseshoes, SM, with similar interests. Ad#.1616 ship first. Ad#.2030 camping, fishing, races, sunsets, seeks YOU’RE THE ONE FOR ME GET THE BALL ROLLING sincere, emotionally and financially stable Single white female, 45,5’5", medium build, single male. 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Vibrant SHF, 18, 5’5", 120lbs., dark hair, blonde, N/S, looking to meet an accepting Ad#.8954 hazel eyes, eye N/S, non-drinker, from the SWM, under 23, who likes kids. Ad#.8O83 REACH OUT TO MEF Middleville area, enjoys creative writing LET’S HANG OUTI Single white male, 49, 6’, fit, blue eyes, and reading, seeks fun-loving, energetic Single white mom, 20, 5’7", slim, adventur­ smoker, honest, employed, from Battle SHM, under 23. Ad#.5555 ous, bubbly, smoker, enjoys being with Creek, enjoys long drives, cooking, pool, friends, s, going to clubs, the beach, fourSENSITIVE SIDE renting movies, poetry, oldies music, seeks SW mom, 22, 5’4", N/S, funny, romantic, positive, compassionate single white wheeling, seeks fun-loving, medium-built female, 40-49. Ad#.3844 employed, seeks self-sufficient SBM, 23single white male, 22-26. Ad#.4249 35, for long-term relationship. Ad#.1257 LOOKING FOR MRS. RIGHT CAREFREE SPIRIT Heavyset WWWM, 29, 6’, brown hair/eyes, SWF, 18, 5’2", 100lbs., blonde hair, hazel ONE FINE CHOICE SW mom, 19, 5’4", heavyset, dirty blonde N/S, lives in Plainwell, likes camping, fish­ eyes, shy, happy, likes to party, ride horses, ing, hiking, dining out, seeks compatible work on cars,, lifting weights, seeks highhair, blue eyes, enjoys swimming, movies, SWF, 25-40, kids okay, for possible mar­ spirited, compatible atible SM, 18-19, for possible theme parks, seeks mature, honest SM, »(fiage.Aq#ft§98 t t <t , relationship. Ad#.4465 18-28, N/S, non-drinker. Ad#.7129 dating s5stem Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-476-6216 $1.99 per minute ,» •>; • ,4- W jr* >T r b P it . x*& ».x5/ <W 24 Hours A Day 7 Days A Week WHY ARE YOU WAITING? Single g white dad,, 39,, 5’10”, average g build,, brown hair, non-smoker, easygoing, interested in live music, seeks medium-built, happy single white female, 30-45, to share, time with. Ad#.9587 HERE I AMI! Single white male, 42, 5’9’, 155lbs„ downto-earth, caring, sensitive, smoker, likes swimming, children, the outdoors, hiking, the beach, cooking, house plants, seeks single female, with similar qualities. Ad#. 1020 TODAY IS YOUR LUCKY DAY! Single white male, 46,5’11”, smoker, enjoys camping, fishing, bowling, softball, the outdoors, seeks kind, caring, compassionate, fun-loving single white female, 35-50, to share his life with. Ad#. 1028 HEAR ME OUT Single white dad, 48, 5'9”, 175lbs., medium build, non-smoker, employed, enjoys pho­ tography, woodworking, rking, architecture, lives in Marshall, seeks healthy, intelligent single female, 35-48. Ad#.2O89 MEMPHIS TRANSPLANT Single white male, 26,5'10”, 165lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, new to the town, enjoys physical fitness, dancing, reading, music, movies, seeks single white female, under 28. 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Ad#.5000 FRIENDS FOR NOW... Supportive single black male, 18, 5’10”, from Battle Creek, likes travel, shopping at the mall, gardening, computers, seeks ded­ icated single female. Ad#.8699 COMMUNICATION IS KEY Professional, fit single white male, 38,5'10", 175lbs., smoker, home owner, from Battle Creek, enjoys movies, motorcycling, swim­ ming, fitness, seeks slim, respectable single white female. Ad#.3772 HELLO THERE Single Asian male, 30, 5’10”, kind of shy, non-smoker, professional, lives in Battle Creek, likes cycling, photography, tennis, Detroit sports teams, seeks compatible sin sin-­ gle female, 25-35. Ad#.2337 GOOD FRIEND SWM, 46, 5’8”, 165lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, outgoing, lives in Hastings, employed, enjoy enjoys indoor/outdoor activities, seeks SWF, under 55.Ad#.9161 YOU DECIDEI SWM, 22, 5’8", N/S, from Middleville, hob­ bies include sports, rts, music, mu concerts, seeks SWF, 18+, with mutuall interests. 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Ad#.48OO LOVE IN FULL BLOOM Single black male, 18, 6’, heavyset, nonsmoker/drinker, quiet, shy, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys movies, dining out and romantic evenings, seeks fun-lbvmg single black female. Ad#.9688 NEW ADVENTURES Single white male, 32, 5'11”, medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, employed, enjoys biking, family gatherings, lives in Battle Creek, , seeks caring, honest, child child-­ less single white female, 23-36. Ad#.6915 ADVENTUROUS SPIRIT Normal, average SWM, 64, 5’7”, medium build, light drinker, enjoys raising horses, animals, seeks nice, slender SWF, under 65, childless preferred. Ad#.1800 ACTIVE Reserved SWCM, 31, 5’9", medium build, N/S, eniovs going for walks, jogging, movies, fishing, seeking slender SWF, 27­ 36. Ad#.7575 HOW ABOUT US? SW dad, 50, 5’11”, average-built, N/S, sort of shy, likes bowling, ball games, biking, din­ ing out, seeks slender- SWF, 45-55. 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Single white male, 50, 6'1", 185lbs., from Battle Creek, seeks interesting, interes monoga­ mous, slim single white female, 40-52, for long-term relationship. Ad#. 1881 NO GAMES PLEASE! SWM, 28, 5'11", 180lbs., laid-back, smoker, enjoys walks, camping, auto racing, horseback riding, the outdoors, seeks honest, sin­ cere SWF, 23-32, for possible relationship. Ad#,4856 POSITIVE THINKER Slender Catholic SWM, 19, 6', independent, active, Self-employed, N/S, lives in Caledonia, likes going- out, pool, jet skiing, country music, seeks interesting, slim SWF, 18-25. Ad#.8818 LOVING LIFE! Hardworking, humorous single white male, 30,. 5’7”, 160lbs., brown hair, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#. 1741 YOU WON’T BE SORRY Single white dad, 26, 5'9”, medium build, seeks slender single white female, 20-28, who enjoys romantic evenings and spontaneous adventures. Ad#.7677 SHY & QUIET Medium-built single white male, 44, 5'2”, non-smoker, lives in Bellvue, likes fishing, walking, biking, quiet times att home, seeks single ingle female, under 44, for good g relationship. Ad#.967O MOVED FROM PHOENIX SWM, 25, 5'11”, sociable, smoker, employed, lives in Lansing area, likes movies, biking, hiking, camping, seeks medium-built SWF, 23-36, for nice gettogethers. Ad#.2887 ONE NICE GUY Respectful, chivalrous single white male, 19, 6’1", non-smoker, enjoys humor, music, socializing, seeks friendly single female, 18­ 25, race not important. Ad#.3O29 PERFECT CHEMISTRY Single white male, 24, 5’5", medium build, brown hair, hazel zel eyes, easygoing, non­ smoker, enjoys bowling, fishing and swim­ ming, from the e Battle Creek area, seeks slender single white female, 19-26. 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Single white male, 25, 5'11”, personable, extroverted, likes movies, bowling, walks, looking for employed, drug-free, non-drink­ ing, cnildless single white female, 18-35, who does not smoke, Ad#.1997 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 45, 5'7", non-smoker, social drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping in cabins, cooking, seeks single white female, under 46. Adrf.1255 LAUGH WITH ME! Single white male, 22, 5'10", 155lbs., friend­ ly, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, likes sports, music, long walks, clubs, seeks mediumbuilt single female, 19-28, with no children. Ad#.1211 IS IT MEANT TO BE? Single white male, 42, 5’11", easygoing, understanding, likes walking, bike riding, sports, dining out, dancing, seeks non­ drinking, non-smoking, loving, caring single female, under 45. Ad#. 1216 EASYGOING Nice SWM, 48, 5’8", medium build, enjoys sports, music, country dancing, seeks S/DF, 35-48, non-drinker, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.7132 A SIMPLE TWIST OF FATE Humorous, communicative SWM 21, 6’, medium build, enjoys sports, rollerblading and more, from the Nashville area, seeks athletic SWF, 20-24, no children, for possi­ ble relationship. Ad#.8914 IS IT YOU? Single white dad, 38, 5’9", 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 LIKES TO CHAT! Single white male, 45, 5'7", 145lbs., cre­ ative, likes being with his daughter, plays, music, reading, cooking, nature, seeks sin­ gle white female. Ad#. 1286 A CUDDLY CHARACTER SWM, 41,5'8", 175lbs., smoker, enjoys time with his sons, camping, fishing, long walks, billiards, rock 'n roll, bowling, seeks honest, loyal, romantic SF, 28-41, who loves chil­ dren. 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Playing a Saturday game at Three Oaks River Valley, a team that had gone 14-5 in the last three years and had defeated New Buffalo 59-0 in its season opener. That real test turned out to be a major romp for Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions offense to the tune of 108 total yards. And the Lions' offense capitalized on the Mustangs' mis-cues scoring twice in the first quarter, three times in the second stanza and twice more with its second unit in the second half. cAon64-yaar.d drive in the first who scored early and often in a 52-8 victory. "There was a lot of good," exclaimed Mittelstaedt. "Turnovers played a big key in the game." They certainly did. The Lions (2-0) blocked two punts, recovered two fumbles and intercepted a Mustangs' pass. Maple Valley's defense smothered River Valley's finished that drive with a twoyard plunge and Trevor Wawiemia's two-point pass to Travis VanAlstine made it 80. A blocked punt by Lucas Flory, recovered by Lance Flory, resulted in the Lions' second touchdown. Jason Thompson caught a 36-yard quarter led to Maple Valley's strike from Wawiemia and ran first score.' Chris Gonser in a two-pointer to put M.V. For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Char otte _thograph no. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Youth football team opens season with win The sixth and seventh grade Maple Valley Youth Football team opened its season on Sept. 6 with a 27-16 victory over Woodland. The young Lions scored on their first three possessions with Jimmy Himiess going 21 yards, Britt Leonard 6 yards and Jeff Taylor catching a 30yard pass from Leonard. Maple Valley's final touchdown came on a 40-yard run by Himiess. 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Wawiemia then added a twopointer to give the Lions a commanding 24-0 advantage.. Gonser got his third touchdown on a 19-yard run that put his team in front 300. Thompson barreled in for two and then ran 42 yards on the next drive to give Mittelstaedt's squad a 38-0 half-time lead. A 15-yard interception by Gonser made it 44-0 and a two-pointer by Scott VanEgan added two more points to Maple Valley's side of the scoreboard. River Valley finally reached pay dirt with a 41-yard run, but Maple Valley responded with a 1-yard dart by Scott point conversion. Defensively, Brandon Brooke and Ryan Grider had 6 tackles apiece and Bryan Dunlap and Brett Smith each had 4. Leonard, Taylor and Smith also recovered Woodland fumbles. r Looking for a PRINTER? 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Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 39 — Tuesday, September 23, 1997 Eighth-graders’ writing score ‘impressive’ Maple Valley’s MEAP results show impressive improvement by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Results of last spring's Michigan Education Assess­ ment Program (MEAP) tests for fifth- and eighth-graders at Maple Valley are available, and some are impressive. The highlight was that 96.8 percent ofthe district's eighth- graders were considered "profi­ cient" in writing. The MEAP test, given to fifth- and eighth-graders each year, measures students' knowledge and ability to communicate about science, and writing. Scores are tallied by individual, gender, district and so on and then compared Nashville looking into non-motorized walkway by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Nashville may be one step closer to a non-motorized walkway, where pedestrians and bicyclists alike can enjoy the outdoors without having to plan their route alongside Nashville's busy streets. The walkway, which would encompass the old railroad property would be 1.6 miles long and run from the western village limits near Fuller Heights to the other end of Nashville ending at the corner of Curtis Road and Reed Street (Nashville Highway). Additional property would also be "thrown in," encompassing that portion of the railroad bed near the high school. "It would fall just short of the high school, said Councilman Frank Dunham, "to a point just beyond the Rooks residence on Nashville Highway." Dunham reported reported on Dunham progress of such a walkway at a recent council meeting. The first step would be to purchase or lease the old railroad propSee Walkway, P. 3 to other scores across the state. The idea behind the "test" is provide assurance that Michi­ gan students are "measuring lip" prior to graduation. These latest results, accord­ ing to High School Principal Todd Gonser, are "A tribute to what's happening in the ele­ mentary grades right up." The test recently been re­ vised and now places students in one of three categories after results are analyzed. The first, "proficient," is where top scorers are placed. The second, "novice," is considered less than proficient, perhaps "mid­ dle of the road," just not quite up to par. The third, "non-proficient." indicates that students are not performing up to stan­ dards. It is important to remember when reviewing results that a difference of just one point can sway scores from one cat­ egory to another. There could be many students testing as "novice" that are very close to being what the state terms "proficient." Tests showed that 47.5 percent of Maple Valley fifth­ graders (this year's sixth­ graders) were considered profi­ cient in science. Their scores were well above the state av­ erage of 36.8 percent. The scores also indicated an improvement over the previ- See MEAP scores, P. 2 Grace Community Homecoming planned Elvis sighting rumored in Maple Valley Homecorning planned October 12 by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Since his death 20 years ago, Elvis has been sighted all over the United States, and rumor has it that he has re­ cently been seen heading for Maple Valley High, where he plans to be part of Grace Community Church's Homecoming Celebration in just a few weeks. Fall has been a special time for Grace Community now for four years, when the congrega­ tion plans a "Homecoming Sunday," designed to bring the community together. This year Homecoming Sunday Yes there will be 50's and 60's music! Who knows, Elvis himself could even appear at the Fall Homecoming celebration hosted by Grace Community Church! will be Oct. 12. "This is not to be confused with other homecoming events, and is not on the same Rick Stanley, a step brother to Elvis will be part of Grace Communities Homecoming Celebration in just a few weeks. He will share personal experiences of living with "The King" and how drugs and alcohol nearly ruined his life. weekend," said Pastor Don Roscoe. "This is to celebrate the spirit of homecoming in the community." He added that the philoso­ phy of the Grace congregation is to give back to the com­ munity and his congregation is well known for passing that community spirit around, in Nashville, Vermontville and surrounding villages. This year, like two years ago, the homecoming celebra­ tion will-be centered around a 1950s and '60s theme, com­ plete with favorite tunes of that era, hula hoops, varsity jackets, poodle skirts and classic cars. "Kick off" time is 9:45 a.m. at the high school cafete­ ria when the Maple Valley Track Club will be busy flip­ ping pancakes for all.those hungry Elvis Fans. Breakfast will be served for a free-will donation and all proceeds go directly to the track club, not to Grace Community. "We are furnishing the fix­ ins' and the track club will be doing the cooking," said Roscoe. "All of your dona­ tions will help to fund their events." The cakes will be hot off the griddle until 11 a.m., when Rick Straley will pre­ sent the program in the Maple Valley High gymnasium. There may be those who are not familiar with Straley. He is the stepbrother of "the king" of rock 'n roll. Straley, who will talk about his life growing up with Elvis, had traveled with him as a body guard. Coming from See Sighting, P. 5 Remember this cute couple? Art and Della Meade dressed for the occasion two years ago when Grace Community had a similar celebration. If you have a poodle skirt like the one that Della is wearing better get it pressed and ready for Homecoming Sunday! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 2 MEAPSCORES IMPRESSIVE, continued from frontpage ?\ - •*t*xrz-'a3 ■/ \\ ous yearxlijft arxlijft per-. per cent of tl^'distfict*sA sters m ade’jhe,. grade, w(ii<A still was above the age. Those same fifth-graders did well in writing. Scores indi­ cated that 70 percent were considered proficient, slightly below the state average of 73.4, but again an improve­ ment over last year, when only 56.3 percent measured up. Maple Valley's eighthgraders'scores in writing were even more impressive, with that 96.8 percent considered "proficient," almost 20 pe.rcent better than state average of 77. One year ago, only 69.1 percent of Maple Valley eighth-graders were 'abeled "proficient" on this same test, a score that paralleled the state average. It's Okay to Wish Alan a Happy 16th Brithday (Maple Valley School) Love, Grandma & Grandpa Those same teens however did not do as well in science. According to 1997 MEAP scores, only 12.4 percent were considered proficient, slightly below the state average off 17.5. The score also is a bit lower than last year's, when 19.4 percent of the district's eighth-graders were proficient. Local school.officials said the changes in the MEAP scores were due in part to Curriculum Director Nancy Potter, who has worked with oth­ ers throughout the intermedi-school district and with educational consultants on a curriculum that will better prepare students for their future. After that curriculum is developed, she works with teachers and building principals to administer the curriculum, some of which is very different from when parents of those same students were in school, especially in the sci­ ence area. "Part of what we are working on with our children is constructive responses," said Potter, who also serves as principal for the fifth- and HEALTHY TAN THEfIRST SI^N SKIN CANCER. IRONIC, ISN’T IS O£ IT? The fact is, tanning can lead to melanoma/skin cancer. So examine yourself regularly. Look for blemishes larger than a pencil eraser, multi-colored or asymmetrical in shape. If you have any questions, see your dermatologist. SPOT MELANOMA/SKIN CANCER EARLY www.aad.org ATO sixth-graders at Maplewood Elementary. "Part of what students are lacking in is communicating steps in in­ vestigation." That, of course, means more hands-on work, including scientific experiments in classrooms. There are other extra activities at fifth and sixth grade levels that Potter believes prepares students for further education and for things like the MEAP tests. Among them is the annual science fair," which is scheduled for November. "With work done for the science fair, scientific process and methods are reinforced in the youngsters," she said. "And with a project like that, where they have fun, they re­ tain much more." She added that the science fair is just one of several "MEAP-ljke experiences" that children will be exposed to throughout their education. The curriculum is introduced as early as kindergarten. The impressive writing scores also are the result of different avenues in teaching. Some of the newer concepts include having the children share their writing with oth­ ers, keeping journals to help them focus, and allowing them to move about in the classroom and find a comfort­ able position when reading or writing. All are aimed at giv­ ing kids ownership of their own work. Writing is an important part of science and math curricu­ lum, too. This is the third year that Potter has been involved in re­ developing science curriculum at Maple Valley and with that comes constant assessment of test scores and working with teachers to implement new programs and ideas. She and Maplewood teach­ ers will be meeting this fall to discuss last year's MEAP scores, looking at the needs of individuals and of the district and developing new strategies. Is there something that parents can do to help? According to Potter and other school of­ ficials, parents are a primary SCIENCE 5th 8th M.V 47.5 12.4 Charlotte Grand Ledge 18.3 20.1 35.8 Potterville Eaton Rapids 49.9 43.9 33.2 3.8 13.7 WRITING M.V. 70.0 96.8 Charlotte Grand Ledge 73.6 85.5 67.1 81.2 Potterville 93.2 75.9 Eaton Rapids 71.2 89.1 piece of the puzzle if children are to be successful. There are things parents can do on a daily basis to assure their children are getting the most out of their education. Just a few include discussing the day's activities, making time for homework, participating in school activities whenever possible and making sure that youngsters are rested and pre- pared for each school day. "There needs to be a part­ nership developed between "home and school," said Potter. "Not just where the MEAP test is concerned, but all of the time." Potter said that when com­ paring scores at Maple Valley to those districts with more money and resources, she is very impressed with what has been accomplished. She also said she is excited about the progress over previous year's scores, adding that with the help of dedicated teachers and administrators like those at Maple Valley and a partner­ ship with parents, those scores will continue to go up. "We have a new superinten­ dent with a lot of vision and I'm excited about where we are going,' she said. "We all have to continue to be united for our kids." Up With Leaders set Oct. 4 The Eaton County 4-H Council and the Eaton County MSU Extension office are inviting 4-H leaders, members and families are cordially in­ vited to the 1997 “Up with Leaders” celebration Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m. in the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. Adult and teen leaders, 4-H clubs and community sup­ porters will be honored during the evening festivies. RSVP’s (including ad- dresses) are requested at the Eaton County MSU Extension office by Friday, Sept. 26. All awardees will receive a com­ plimentary dinner and anyone attending with the awardee will pay $3 per person or $7 for three people. Payment is required when reservations are made. For further information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Miscellaneous Wanted FREEZER BEEF: Grain fed, weighs on Pittman Fann. Good references 517-726-1135. WANTED: DRY HARDWOOD TOPS within 8 miles of Nashville. 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Worship ........... ...... 11 a.m. Evening Worship.... ........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......... .7 p.m. Sunday School...... .9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..11 a.m. Evening Service... ...... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School 8593 Cloverdale Road (Vi ml. East ofM-66, 5 ml. Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 south of Nashville) PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School... Worship Service. 9:30 a.m. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... .7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship............. 11 a.m. Church School.................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service.............. 9:30 a.m Sunday School... .10:00 a.m Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........ 10:50 a.m. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 0:30 a.m. Evening Worship :00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. 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ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Worship Service.................... 9:45 Sunday School....................... 11:115 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Angli can Church Canada Synod. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY Of. HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 3 WALKWAY STUDIED erty. He had already met with the current owner and the sale appeared to be what he termed qs "under good conditions. "The property really wasn't for sale, but when learning of our intentions, a member of the Thornapple Trails Association said that he would sell it to the village for ex­ actly what he had put into it," said Dunham. "This would provide our residents a walk­ way with very little exposure to motor traffic." He went on to explain that this person, who wishes to remain anonymous, is a member ofthe association and is negotiating on the village's behalf. Plans for putting together a walking trail were discussed two years ago, and at that point the village applied for grant money to pay for the project, but was denied. "For two reasons," he ex­ plained. "First of all, when we applied for the ISTEA (referred to as "ice tea") grant money, we had not yet begun develop­ ing the property. I was also told by those in charge of dis­ tributing the grant money that when describing the project we weren't explicit enough." Dunham said that since be­ ginning negotiations for the purchase he has once again investigated the possibility of grant money and found that there are federal funds avail­ able, all administered through state agencies. Dunham also added that he felt now was the time to act because the price ofreal estate will continue to go up. "We could look a the prospect today and say 'no' be­ cause funds are limited, but the price will continue to go up," he said. "In 20 years, the purchase could be viewed as one of our better purchases." He also told village officials he had investigated the possi­ bility of extending the walk­ way the opposite direction, along Greggs Crossing Road. That option would leave the continued from front- HORIZON We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES. INC. uln 20 years this could be viewed as one of our better purchas ,, —Councilman Frank Dunham village with a walkway six miles long. "There are other things to consider also," he said. "It could eventually be a utility corridor for future develop­ ment. There is a lot of poten­ tial." Discussion also took place about extension beyond the high school. Many Nashville officials believe that crossing Barry Eaton County line would be a complicated ven­ ture, but there was a possibil­ ity that Vermontville Township officials also would see the walkway as beneficial and if erected from both direc­ tions, the walkways could be combined at the high school property. What about the legal rami­ fications? One council member ques­ tioned "clear title" to the property, saying that he be­ lieved that the railroad right of way still belonged to an indi­ vidual, not the Thornapple Trails Association. "Has anyone seen a title search?" asked Carroll Wolff. Dunham replied matter of factly that he had spoken with the owner, who claims that he did indeed purchase the property from Penn Central, but had not yet recorded the deed, wishing to eliminate be­ coming "owner of record," avoiding numerous inquiries. Once a "deal" with village of­ ficials was secure, his plans were to file the appropriate paperwork and then to repre­ sent the association in the Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Sept. 27 — Quarter Horse Judging workshop at theMerillat Equine Center, 10 a.tn. Now through Sept. 30 — Pesticide Collection — Clean Sweep — (Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds) — Call the Extension Of­ fice for details. Oct. 2 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 — Small Animal Developmental Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. Oct. 4 — Arabian Horse Judging workshop at the Horse Teaching and Research Center, 10 a.m. Oct. 18 — Leadership update, “True Colors,” 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Extension Office. sales transaction to the vil­ lage. "He explained that to let the property go he would have to be assured that it would be used to benefit the commu­ nity," said Dunham. "This could really be an extension of the park." Would the railroad still have some control over the prop­ erty? According to Dunham that answer is no. "There are no easements," ex­ plained Dunham. "The current owner has complete control and title to the property." Another question was, could such property, some located beyond the village limits, be legally obtained by the vil­ lage, and if so, would it be­ come an extension of the vil­ lage limits? According to Dunham, it would be a legal transaction. He reminded other council members of the Hastings City purchase. "The City of Hastings pur­ chased that railroad property along Apple Street all the way to Airport Road without prob­ lems," he said, and added, "Another example is Portland. They have an excellent river­ walk. It's beautiful and well maintained. People were skep­ tical at first, but they now take a lot of pride in it." Dunham claimed that the railroad property is adjacent to the city limits and that such a purchase would not cause a problem, though the walkway would extend to the Eaton County line. He added later during a telephone interview that such a purchase would in no way affect surrounding properties. "The agreement is for the purchase just to the corner of Reed Street and Curtis Road," he said. "They would simply throw in the additional prop­ erty toward the high school." Others sitting on the Village Council remarked that they are more skeptical of such a purchase. One was President Gary White, who said that he thinks residents won't accept the idea, regard­ less of benefits for pedestri­ ans. "I'm sure that we are going to see some people who really don't want it (the walkway). I have already been approached with some negative com­ ments," he said. Wolff added that he felt pos­ itive that the village had no right to invest in the former railroad property. He had in­ vestigated such a purchase be­ hind the Maple Valley Junior­ Senior High School property when involved with the school system. "The railroad still has con­ trol," he.said. "I have investi­ gated that property for years!" The council now will'seek legal advice before proceeding with negotiations for any pur­ chase, and plans to hold a public hearing before making any final decisions. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder Ibiim. (517) 726 0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 — OPEN HOUSE — 12008 92ND STREET SE ALTO, MICHIGAN FARMS — Comer of M-50 & 92nd Street September 27 & 28 • 2-4 PM HOSTESS: JOAN SHANAFELT 517-726-0967 or 517-852-0863 ATTENTION ENTREPRENEUR!! COME SEE THIS 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME THAT WAS ONCE A COUNTRY STORE. With a special use permit and a desire to have your own home business in a highly visible area, you could have a profit making home business. Maybe a butcher shop, barber/beauty shop, florist shop, tailor shop, computer shop, fix it shop, craft shop, that would be your shop. Call Joan today for more information. HORSE STALL BARN, 14 ACRES, 2 HOMES - Newer home has 3 bedrooms, fireplace, central air, deck. Farmhouse is a handyman special (will split) — VACANT LAND — ATTENTION NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Need more room? Buy this double lot. $8,000 each. (LT901RF) OLIVET - Large lot in Olivet, can build home or place a manufactured home. Call more information. Call Joan 852-0863. (LT910JS) $21,500 - 5 ACRES - Wooded, with pond on property. (LT914DB) NEW LISTING ■ CHARLOTTE - 5 bedroom, 2 bath home - with possible mother-in-law apt. Over 1600 sq. ft. of living space. Priced to sell quickly at $75,000. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE118JS) - COMMERCIAL — BUILT IN 1863 - ONE OF VERMONT­ VILLE’S OLDEST HOMES - Original wood­ work & fireplace. Come see this 3 bed­ room, IVfe bath home. Newer kitchen & laundry room. Deck, garage. $71,900. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE117JS) BE YOUR OWN BOSS - Have the nearest Party Store to Barry County Fairgrounds and the new Kellogg Community College. Liquor license included. Call Dixie. (CM602DB) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in industrial park in Charlotte. Call Dixie. (CM603DB) HEATED WORKSHOP AND HALF BATH sets off this county lot with three bed­ room home west of Charlotte. (RE116DB) NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA ■ 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENCY WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE WITH GRAND RAPIDS AND LANSING M.L.S. HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. 2475 Ionia, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacy Lake Rd. 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this fall. Call (517) 726-0721 for details. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. September 23, 1997 — Page 4 B-93 drive against child abuse visits Nashville, Vermontville B-93 radio personalities vis­ time, funds and sweat to help ited Nashville and Ver­ to put a stop to child abuse montville last week, as part of across West Michigan. Many are familiar with the the stations "Country Cares for Kids" campaign, devoting annual roof sit and B-93 Many of Reese's little fans appeared at the corner when he stopped in Vermontville and donated they're pennies for the B-93 Country Cares For Kids campaign 97. The B-93 “Care-A-Van" seemed to attract quite an audience when arriving in Vermontville last week. When all was said and done over $300,000 was raised by the radio station to fight child abuse. "Country Cares for Kids" campaign at Rogers Plaza in Grand Rapids. Hours are spent during that campaign to make people aware of abuse that ex­ ists in their own communi­ ties. It is also an avenue to SEE US FOR AU YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy-Experts Full Color Copies A Atf each 8%xll” only ] J S S Good Thru Sept 1997 (No copyrighted pictures) (N Char otte Lthograph nc. A division of J-Ad Graphics (517)543-4041 Fax (517) 543-2272 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m obtain pledges needed to pro­ vide help for victims and pro­ grams for potential perpetra­ tors to "stop the cycle of abuse." The campaign in past years has included a home made shack sitting on top of Rogers Plaza, equipped with a cot for sleeping, a microphone and a bucket that is let down into the parking lot on a regular basis for fans to place their donations in. Many volunteers also are stationed within the mall, sitting close to the tele­ phones awaiting pledges and personal stories, many from victims, which are aired dur­ ing the campaign. All money collected is then distributed back to the very communities that it came from and those involved say that it has been beneficial here at home in Barry and Eaton counties. Last year alone, 180 pledges were received in Barry County, with a total of $14,016 which would be used for programs and to assure a safe environment for children. "It was incredible," said Don Rewa, services supervi­ sor of the Barry County Fam­ ily Independence Agency. "We have employees here who volunteered to work at the roof sit, taking vacation time because they felt it was so important." He added however, that at the same time, there were 72 new substantiated cases of child abuse in the county. . "Substantiated" means that Child Protective Services was contacted and there was actual abuse or neglect taking place. Though the number of "sub­ stantiated cases" was not available readily in Eaton County, there were 463 cases investigated there, and 54 of those involved sexual abuse. This year, they modernized the roof sit just a bit. A fax machine was made available, and for the first time ever, the "B-93 Care-A-Van" could be Spotted in many communities, throughout southwest Michi- Many local business owners and they're employees took up donations for the B-93 Country Cares for Kids. Campaign and awaited the arrival of the "Care-A-Van." When the Maple Valley News crew found out that the Southern Shoe and Boot Company in Nashville was to be Reese's next stop last Thursday they gathered up everyone's coffee money and made a "B-line“ to Nashville. Melissa Mannor who is a big fan of the station and they're efforts made a donation on behalf of all the J-Ad Graphics employees. gan stopping to chat with fans and collect donations on a per­ sonal level. The idea was to create more awareness and that van was spotted in 93 communities within 93 hours. Nashville and Vermontville were among the first stops last Thursday, and when "Reese" pulled into town, he was greeted with donations from young and old. Many children handed over pennies and nickels saved in tin boxes, hoping to prevent a "friend" or a "family member" from suf­ fering any longer. The B-93 listener family was kept up to date with study progress throughout the CareA-Van's adventures and many awaited eagerly the next stop. The roofsi t ended on Satur­ day, but the need to become aware and to protect children is present every day. There are avenues available in both counties to report suspected cases of abuse or neglect, or to get help. Those avenues in­ clude Child Protective Ser­ vices. In Barry County, the number is (616) 948-3233 and in Eaton County that number is (517) 543-0860. Lost & Found REWARD: GREY FEMALE CAT, pink/white collar, part tiger, comes to name of “Bernadette”, lost in Thomapple Lake Estates trailer park, 517-852-0309/517-852-9245 Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David H aliiwill owner. 517-543-1002 Pets FREE PUPPIES Beagle/ Lab. 616-367-4211 !■ NASHVILLE. Take immediate possession of this large 4 bedroom home. It features a large living room/dining room combination, a main floor laundry/mud room, a 2-story 2-car garage, and an additional building for a workshop. Calll Larry Allerding today at home (616) 945-9103 or at office (616) (616)945-5182 945-5182for foraapreview previewof ofthis this lovely lovelyhome home....... $72,000. BEAUTIFUL BUILDING SITE. Located in Maple Grove Township with 448 ft. of main road frontage. 11 acre parcel with woods and wildlife. Already perked! Call Carol Lee at home (616) 795-9482 or at office (616) 945-5182 2................................. $23,000. 3. 4 PARCELS LEHI 2-1/2 to 10 acres on a private road with rolling, wooded terrain. Call Bill Slagstad at home (616) 948-9842 or at office (616) 945-5182............ $24,900 to $37,900. MILLER REAL ESTATE 149 W. State Street — Hastings REAUOft' (616) 945-5182 83® �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 5 SIGHTING, from front page— Byingtons celebrating 50th anniversary Hamptons to observe 50 years Bill and Eva Hampton of Nashville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Community Bldg, in Nashville. They have two sons, Gary of Grand Rapids and Dennis and Tonya of Ft. Myers, Florida. And two grandchildren. They enjoy playing cards and going to flea markets. They spend their winters in Florida. They request no gifts. They invite their friends and family to join them on this special occasion. Keelers to celebrate 50 years of marriage The children of Lawrence (Honk) and Della Keeler will be hosting a 50th wedding anniversary for those wishing to celebrate at the Moose Lodge, Hastings, September 28, 1997 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children include Stuart, Debby, Patty, Dale, Tim and Lisa. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer * Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service * Limestone Large and Small Field Tile Philip and Peggy Byington of Vermontville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Tuesday, September 30, 1997. They were married in Anchor­ age, Alaska on September 30, 1947. While Phil was stationed there in the Army Air Force. Phil and Peggy are both retired from General Motors. They have six children and 22 grandchildren. Please join friends and family in honoring this event at an open house Saturday, September 27, 1997 at the Vermontville Bible Church, 250 S. Main, Vermontville from 12 noon to 5 p.m., given by their children and grandchildren. Your presence is their gift. a. broken home, he battled an into the ministry and has addiction to drugs and alcohol since made appearances on for many years before turning "Good Morning America," his life around and devoting it "Regis and Kathie Lee," “Joan to Jesus Christ, Rivers" "20/20" and many "Our audience will be other TV shows. Straley's message is a seri­ touched by two kings," said Roscoe. "The King or Rock ous one, but it will be filled and Roll and the King of the with surprises and following Rock. Rick Straley will share the service there will be lots his personal experiences and of time to get involved with how bringing Jesus Christ the annual pep rally, partici­ into his heart has changed his pate in games, vie for door life forever." prizes and tour the parking lot Straley had hit rock bottom full of old cars and proud owners. in 1977 when Elvis died. "I thought my world had "Drag out your old poodle ended," he said. "Then through skirts and varsity jackets and the urging of a friend I met in join in on the fun," said co­ high school, I went to church. pastor Rick VanEngen. 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Ifwewantchildr^whocanhahdlg: - Call for FREE Estimates EDUCATION EXCELLENCE PARTNERSHIP �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 6 New Vermontville area vet’s practice is dream come true by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Tammy Cahoon had always wanted to be a veterinarian, ever since she could remem­ ber. She recently made that dream come true and now is operating her own large ani­ mal clinic near Vermontville. One might think that a clinic means there is a new animal hospital. There is re­ ally no need, Cahoon has ev­ erything right on her truck and is ready to handle everything from herd health to emergen­ cies. "I specialize in OB work" she said during an interview, explaining that she had new state ofthe art x-ray and ultra­ sound equipment. "Everythin g is portable," she said. "This makes diag­ nosing some reproductive problems much easier." Those who haven't met her yet may have seen the sign in front of the picturesque farm on Ionia Road just south of town. Others may have heard BOYSCOUTTROOP 176 ★ OPEN HOUSE ★ Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 pm at the Scout Hall, located at north end of Middle St. in Nashville Boys ages 11-17 interested in scouting, their families and community members JOIN US FOR REFRESHMENTS about the new "vet" in town, the one that has a way with animals, a knack of sorts for keeping the appointment calm and relaxed. She also seems to have a personality that says "Got a stray. I'll help out!" The farm that she and her new husband bought just a year and a half ago is also a haven for animals needing a home. Among her new adoptees are a two horses, one needing special help with her diet, and the other, "Cindy Mae," a Cremelo, who looks Noticed this new sign out on Ionia Road just south of town? Yes there is a new somewhat like an albino and veterinarian in the area. She is federally accredited and well equipped to handle sports bright blue eyes. most any emergency as well as things like herd health. Cindy Mae is a "throw off of the Palamino, according to that." ing in popularity) and in spread to a beef herd could be Cahoon. And, due to genetics, Though there aren't many something rather unusual, disastrous to the economy. the breed carries other prob­ small dairy herds left, she still deer. Dr. Cahoon is taking new lems like chronic lameness has managed to combine her "I'm federally accredited in patients and when asked about and extra sex organs. career with horses, a creature TB testing in deer," she ex­ hours, she said that one would "I've only been a vet now that she has loved since a plained. "There aren't to many have a hard time sticking to a since May, but already I have child. Her training in nutrition vets that are." 9 to 5 schedule when there are had a lot of really rewarding also has helped in that aspect, She said there has recently always a multitude of emer­ cases," she said. "I have suc­ and she said that often when been an outbreak in TB up gencies. She is just a phone cessfully treated some severe on a "barn call," she will dis­ north that has beefherd opera­ call away and has the truck injuries. That gives me a lot cuss her patient's diet and tors concerned. She explained packed and ready with supplies ofpersonal satisfaction." that Michigan is federally cer­ for most any type of problem make suggestions. While attending Michigan "Many people aren't aware tified as "TB free” and any or preventive care. State University, she had al­ that alfalfa isn't necessarily ways thought that most of her good for horses,' she said. "It patients would be dairy herds. is too rich and can cause prob­ She had worked on dairy farms lems. Grass hay is much bet­ while in college and besides ter." medical treatment had worked She said that other things with farmers as a nutritionist. owners need UTbe aware of are "I loved the relationship yearly checkups and making that I built with the cows," sure that all of their animals she said. "I thought I would receive their vaccinations. always spend a lot of time Cahoon is also accredited in with small dairy herds, but caring for Llamas (now groweconomics have changed all Community Notices MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE ^ea' Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) HIYIS'" EQUAL HOUSING opportunities * Mu,tiP|e Listing Service (MLS) Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar. Nyle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223 ........... 726-1234 RENTAL PROPERTY ■ INVESTORS!! 2 p' O M E Gmobile mOoObDile Mhog, hOoNgTH, QVrNashville QLVY rN a s hvi Listed at ;^,UOO CASH!! Call Nyle. home & a "3-level" barn on 2!6 lots — close to stores. Call Homer. (V-76) IN VERMONTVILLE - NICE 3 BED­ ROOM, 2-story home. 2 baths, family room — many "updates." Two-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Occupancy at close. Give Nyle a call today to see. (V-68) ON 1% ACRES PLUSIMINUS NEXT TO PARK IN NASHVILLE - 4 bed­ rooms, 2 baths, large living area with "wrap around" porch on this'partially brick home with a deck & firepit. Many "extras" — all on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. (N-71) home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the details! APPROX. Tamera Cahoon Reist DVM has always loved animals. Just recently she was able to open her own veterinary service in the Vermonvtille area. She is taking on new “patients" and would like to hear from area farmers. ONE UNIT INCOME PROPERTY IN gas gvailaJlaJ-Ujp>erked & surveyed trees. Close to Thornapple Lake and good fishing. Call Homer.. (VL-67) VERMONTVILLE-Each unit has 2 LAND CONTRACT TERMS ■ YOUR bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for CHOICE more "info." (V-66) OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES...... $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres........ $9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools.. Call Homer. ((VL-22) YOUR CHOICE OF TWO — 2 ACRE IN NASHVILLE ■ EXTRA NICE - 2 manufactured home with walk-out basen-^y. 3 bed­ rooms, s, 2 >0x64 x deck, sets "higi«P w/country vi view. 2-car garage plus 40x64 polle barn. Give Homer a call for all h the details. (CH-64) NEAR CHARLOTTE - 44 ACRES with woods, creek, pond and hills. Great hunting & wildlife, 30 tillable. Old barn on prop­ erty. Located 3 miles from Charlotte. Call Homer. (VL-73) BUILDING SITE: (N-72) IN COUNTRY ON 8% ACRES - 1989 NEW LISTING: BUILDING LOT - 2.7 acres, surveyed, perked, driveway permit some trees. Maple Valley Schools. Call Homer. (VL-77) ACRE on blacktop road. Nat. 2 NASHVILLE - Cute 2 bedroom (N-74) VACANT LAND HISTORIC BOWENS MILLS “Its Cider Time Festi­ val”. Cider, donuts, apple dumplings, water power and old time demos, live music, hay rides & lots more. Special features each weekend. Sept 27/28: Tours/Victorian “Bowen House”, Plank house & Mill living quarters. Oct 4/5: Moun­ tain Men Encampment. Oct. 11/12: Civil War Reenactment Oct- 18/19: French Voyager Encampment. 11am - 4pm. Adults $4.00. Kids $1.00. 2 miles north Yankee Springs State Park off Briggs Road. 616-795-7530._____________ ONEIDA FIELD MARKET: Sept 27th, 28th Recreational Market Place: Arts/crafts, anti­ ques, business, food, wagon rides, AUCTION entertainment putt-putt go, pu-pu golf, peng petting zoo, pumpkin patch, maze, HOT AIR balloon rides. 3 miles west of Grand Ledge on Benton Road. 517-627-7114. (possible three) bedroom ranch home on Thornapple River, breezeway and 2 plus car garage, full basement with family room. This is a well cared' for home — one you must see to appreciate!! Appliances included. Call Homer, (N-75) LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE - $11,900 each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out"" sites for building. Perked, & surveyed. Call Nyle. (VL-52) ONE LOT LEFT - 1.2 ACRES ■ $12,000 - Good building site on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available),, near MV High School. Has bee n surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) Tammy specializes in OB GYN work and has one of the few portable ultrasound machines in the area. It's all unloaded from her truck and ready to qo in just minutes. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 7 From Our Readers.. Keep ordinance 23 just the way it is now jected to the animals, which Dear editor: Our kids are learning Ten years ago we purchased only made appearances out in responsibilities to other living one plus acres in the village of the yard two weeks before fair things, and leadership skillss to Vermontville. In those past to get worked with, bathed carry them into adulthood. ten years, our three children and trimmed. In fact, it We don’t have a problem with have been active 4-H brought everyone over to softball, it takes many things to live to develop a healthy, members, raising a variety of watch the “show.” animals such as rabbits, The Village of Vermont- well rounded person. But we ville has Ordinance23, which do have a problem when it is poultry, goats and sheep. Throughout the years, our makes provisions for keeping decided on which programs children went to Village such animals, which anyone will be supported and which Council meetings and asked with common sense can will be cut. What does the 4-H program permission to keep market follow. This year, for no apparent cost the village? Not one red lambs to raise for fair pro­ jects, with as many as six reason, the Village Council cent. In fact, the 4-H kids market lambs to raise in one (seven people) decided they themselves have provided and year. The village always gave do not want to bother with Or­ run the petting zoo at the Ver­ permission with “well dinance 23, so why not just do montville Maple Syrup away with it? If only life was Festival for many years, con­ wishes” on their projects. tributed a large sum of money This year the kids did not ask that easy! But guess what? They are of the holiday food baskets, permission to keep rabbits nor poultry. We were not aware willing to fork out our tax sponsored their supplies and permission was needed to paying dollars for moving and guidance for Art in the Park, keep a dozen “Cochin Ban­ maintaining ballfields and and in the past four years, tams” or two rabbits in an maintaining a proposed ice three ofthe last four Vermont8x12 bam (which is cleaned rink the Lions Club has of- ville Maple Syrup Queens and disinfected on a weekly fered to build. We have a pro­ were Livestock 4-H members. blem with this! What have these 4-H basis). members asked for in return? Our neighbors never obA chance, at no expense or in­ convenience to the Village of Vermontville, to continue in their 4-H Livestock projects, and a little moral support for representing our area. Take a moment to stop by minutes later I received a call To the editor: the village office and read Or­ dinance 23 through. It’s a What is the problem with from the principal and was lectured on the chain of good ordinance, just the way the school bus program? They will pick up my son in command. it is now. Remember these Then we discussed my son kids are tomorrow’s leaders. the morning, but not return and the bus problem. I was Don’t throw away something him when he is out of school. that works. It is very unusual for a bus to told “this is their policy and it Jeri Mater. pick up a child and not return cannot be changed.” It makes me wonder how Vermontville him to where it picked him up. I called the principal of many parents are having the Fuller Street School about this same problem and running in­ problem twice, and did not get to the same brick wall. They wanted us to vote for a a response until I called the superintendent. Then, five six-mill increase for new buildings, but they can’t bring my son home from school, What’s wrong with this picture? Michael Brunke Nashville Why can’t local school bus return our children home? Color Tours Coming Soon on the Antiques GUN LAKE ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET: Sunday, September 28, rain or shine, 300 exhibitors, a great selection of antiques, don’t miss this last big show of 1997, located at the fairgrounds right in Allegan, Michigan, 7:30am to 4:30pm. PRINCESS. Call for reservations. Toll free 1-888-557-7775 LARGE GARAGE SALE & MOVING SALE SAT., SEPT. 27TH • 9 AM - 4 PM CORKWELL’S 6360 M-66 South of Nashville (Between Lawrence & Guy Roads) CLOTHING • HOUSEHOLD ITEMS • DISHES • CRAFTS • PICTURES • POTS & PANS •AQUARIUMS & LOTS MORE ALSO - 6 WEEK OLD PUPPIES (German Shepherd/Doberman) - $25.00 CORKWELL’S, PRIDDY'S, SCRAMLIN’S, GUERNSEY'S & HICKEYS FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals Vinyl Tops * Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday Evangelists to visit Nashville’s Assembly of God Church Sept. 28 Evangelists Joe and Ada Combs will be at the Nashville Assembly of God, Sunday evening, Sept. 28 through Oct. 11 for a special time of survival at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. weeknight services. The Combs’ ministry has been one of pastoral, evangelistic and missionary work in many states and in nine countries. They have seen the power and effects of the Gospel in the rich, the poor, the kings, in paupers, in educated, and in illiterate in locations that vary from major American cities to Haitian, Taiwanese and African villages. Evangelist Combs is known as “the old-fashioned country preacher.” Pastor Glenn Branham in­ vites everyone to attend. Nashville Assembly of God is located at 735 Reed St. For more information, call 852-9819. For Rent 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, remodeled on Thomapple Lake, single working person or couple. 517-852-9386 NASHVILLE- Nashville Park Apartments. 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. VERMONTVILLE- Vermont­ ville Meadows Apartments. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available. Taking applications for waiting list also. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: *15.00 201 North Main Street - Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23. 1997 — Page 8 Vermontville Simplicity dealer joins anniversary parade Sports Series Lawn Tractors designed to emulate team football helmets. Simplicity President Tom Fruechtel, said, “We view our dealer network as an ex­ tension of the company and the parade was a very memorable, festival way for us to celebrate our relationship.” During the three-day visit to Simplicity headquarters, dealers also toured the com­ pany's manufacturing facilities and were introduced to the largest rollout of new products in the company’s history. A new “Zero Turn” riding mower and feature ladenm garden tractor, the Legacy, were unveiled to the dealers who test drove the products at the Simplicity 40-acre proving grounds, These products will be Trowbridge Sales and Ser­ vice, a lawn and garden equipment dealer located in Vermontville, recently par­ ticipated in the Simplicity Manufacturing anniversary parade in Port Washington, Wis., a Guinness Book World Record attempt for the largest gathering of tractors. The parade was held this month in Port Washington, where Simplicity celebrated its 75-year manufacturing heritage with dealers from around the world. Trowbridge Sales and Ser­ vice drove a limited edition anniversary tractor in the parade. It is now expected to be a collector’s item. More than 800 Simplicity tractors were driven by dealers, com­ pany employees and celebrities. Former NFL players drove the company’s PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on September 9, 1997 at the council chambers at 7:00 p.m. available to consumers this fall. Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc., founded in 1922, is a leading manufacturer of riding mowers, lawn and garden tractors, chipper shredders, chipper vacuums, tillers and snowthrowers. Garlingers to observe 20 years with open house There will be an open house on Sept. 27, 1997 at 4 p.m. at 1571 S. Clark Rd., Nashville in honor of Ceylon and Nadine Garlinger’s 20th wed­ ding anniversary. The open house is being hosted by their families. Please no gifts. The Simplicity parade in Port Washington. Missionaries to visit Nashville church PURPOSE: to hear public comments on a The Rev. Dennis Tanner, Assemblies ofGod missionary to Eurasia, will be the featured guest speaker at Nashville Assembly of God, 735 Reed St., Nashville, at 11 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, accor­ ding to the Rev. Glenn Branham, pastor. Dennis and Elaine Tanner new ordinance to,change the penalties paragraph in many Village ordinances, including the zoning ordinance, to a civil infraction violation. The ordinances involved are on file in the Village Office. WORK SAFELY YEAR-ROUND! Make sure your equipment is in shape and safety ready! Save now on ‘Good Deals’ products and many safety products, too. 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Broadway, Hastings, Ml 49058 (North ofHastings on M-43) Phone 945-9526 Hours: Monday-Friday 7 am to 5 pm; Thursday 7 am to 7 pm; Saturday 7 am to 2 pm began their overseas ministry in Zaire, Central Africa, in 1985. “Our work consisted of establishing churches and training nationals to be church leaders,” Dennis said. “Africa has experienced rapid growth for decades, and there has been a great migrational shift of people from the rural areas to the cities. We had ample opportunity to make a lasting impact during our years in Zaire.” In 1988, the Tanners moved to Brussels, Belgium, to work with the Assemblies of God’s International Media Ministries. IMM trains na­ tional pastors and mis­ sionaries in the use of media tools to reach their own coun­ tries and cultures with the gospel of Jesus Christ. “Brussels is ideal for an in­ ternational ministry,” Dennis emphasized. “It is the gateway to Eastern Europe, and there are large groups of expatriates from around the world. The potential for the use of the electronic media in evangelism has never been greater. At IMM we are look­ ing for opportunities to equip international ministry person­ nel with the means for sharing the good news on a scale never achieved before.” Prior to their missions ministry, the Tanners pastored churches in Spr­ ingfield, Mo., and Grand Ledge and Trenton, Mich. Dennis attended Flint Baptist Institute in Flint, and graduated from Central Bible College in Springfield, with a bachelor's degree in missions. Garage Sale HUGE GARAGE SALE: Saturday, September 27th., 9-5pm. Little Tykes Toys, girls clothes size 4-6,, womens clothes, Hume Interiors, Jenny Lind Crib, all in excellent condi­ tion. Something for everyone. 298 W. Main, Vermontville THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, Friday, September 26th., 8-5pm., 10545 Nashville Hwy., east of Maple Valley high school. A few antiques, Disney/ Barbie items, too many items to mention. Obituaries Marjorie Louise Lindberg LAKE ODESSA - Marjorie ta J. Kelly. Louise Lindberg, 69, of Lake Mrs. Lindberg is survived Odessa passed away Saturday, by her husband, William; her September 13, 1997 at her children, David W. and Caro­ home. lyn Lindberg and granddaugh­ She was bom on May 9, ters, Mariah and Manda of 1928 in Nashville, the daught­ Lake Odessa; Louise A. er of Lionel G. and Birdie A. Andersen and grandchildren, Cole. Becky and Ben of Hastings, She was raised in the Nash­ and Dennis M. and Sharon ville and Hastings area. She Lindberg and granddaughters, graduated from Hastings High Kelli (Tom) Ryan, Kristi and School in 1945. She later Traci of Stafford, Virginia; continued her education and four sisters, Mildred Cole of graduated from Lansing Hastings, Virginia Beattie of Community College in 1971 as Lancaster, New York, a registered nurse. Bettyann (Bill) May of She married William A. Denver, Colorado and Rachel Lindberg on April 18, 1948. (Domenic) Dilorio of Darby, Mrs. Lindberg was employ­ Pennsylvania; and several ed as a nurse and later served as sisters-in-law, brothers-ina volunteer in various area law, nieces and nephews. Honoring her wishes, there hospitals and health care agen­ cies. She was active in estab­ were no funeral services. Memorial contributions lishing the Lake Odessa may be made to Lake Odessa Community Library. She was preceded in death Community Library, Ameri­ by her parents and two sisters, can Heart Association or a Dorothy Alice Cole and Berni- charity of one’s choice. Ralph Lett, Jr.__ POTTERVILLE - Ralph Lett, Jr., 67, of Potterville passed away Saturday, September 20, 1997 at his residence. Mr. Lett was bom on July 22, 1930 in Benton Township, the son of Ralph E. and Mary (Shaver) Lett. He served in the United States Army as a Corporal Corman during the Korean War from 1951to 1953 in Japan at the 382nd Hospital Unit He was married to his wife, Joan for 42 years. He worked at Diamond Reo until they closed. He also Clarence Russell Ha wkins NASHVILLE Clarence Russell Hawkins, 52, ofNash­ ville passed away Saturday, September 20, 1997 as the result of a drowning accident in Ionia County. Arrangements pending at Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville. worked at Olds, retiring in 1993 and then worked on the farm. He was the fourth gener­ ation of Letts to live on the same farm. Mr. Letts was a member of the Potterville Methodist Church. He was instrumental in creating the Field of Dreams Baseball Field on Island Highway. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Betty Clark and Norma Martinez. Mr. Letts is survived by his wife, Joan; one daughter, Janice Endres of Potterville; three sons, .Chuck (Shirley) Lett of Charlotte, Steven (Robin) Lett of Potterville and Jerry (Patty) Lett of Lansing; two sisters, Ruth (Rex) Royston of Vermontville and Laura Herde of Spring Hijl, Florida; sister and brother-in­ law, Sue and Joe Martinez of Potterville. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 23, 1997 at 2:00 pm at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Paul Bailey officiating. Burial will take place at Benton Township Cemetery. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 9 Fall Academic Awards named School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Fuller Street School Wednesday, Sept. 24 Wednesday, Sept. 24 Choose One — soft taco, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, whole kernel com, applesauce, juice, milk. Thursday, Sept. 25 Choose one — chicken nug­ gets, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, green beans, cherry fruit juicie, juice, milk. Friday, Sept. 26 Choose one — chicken fries, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden, salad, carrot sticks, pear halves, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Soft taco, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, applesauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 25 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, cherry fruit pushups, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 26 Hot dog, potato wedges, carrot sticks, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Sept. 24 Soft taco, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, applesauce cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Sept. 25 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, at Maple Valley football game cherry fruit juice, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Sept. 26 Those who had.earned a 3.8 pin for a 3.8 GPA included Fall Academic Awards were Hot dog, combread and on the agenda at Friday's GPA of better in their Erin Booher, Kim Penninghoney, carrot sticks, pears night's football game, with 34 sophomore year and earned a ton, Melissa Scripter and halves, 1/2 pt. milk. students gaining recognition pin included Ben Carrigan, Cory Pehtick. Monday, Sept. 29 There were also some for jobs well done in the Carrie Hardin, Erica Krolik Turkey gravy, mashed classroom. and Craig McDougal. Brandon plaque winners from that potatoes, rolls and honey, Several Maple Valley Phenix was the only member group of students for peaches. freshman who last year had of that class that earned a let-obtaining a 3.65 GPA or Tuesday, Sept. 30 better during the 1996-1997 Chicken nuggets, spice earned grade point averages of ter. Several of last year's juniors school year. Among those bread, green beans, pear 3.9 or better throughout the previous school year were however earned those letters. winners were Brianne Haley, halves. awarded a letter. Those in­ Among them were Elizabeth Dustin London, Jessica Smith Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, cluded Michelle Jewell, Josh Stanton, Holly Carrigan, and Danielle Watson. bread/cereal product. Choice Smith, Lean Smith, Eren Rachael Pettengill, Katrina Looking for a of main entree daily, seconds Berry, Jessica Dunham, Craig Rasey, Trevor Wawiernia, on vegetable daily, choice of Harvey, Josh Oleson, Lindsey Dawn VanderVlucht, Kirsten milk. Honey will be served _Pettengill, Julia Draper, Tina Klinkhammer, Hillary Cates with rolls to lower fat content, Miller, Jessica Lesage and and Dawn Stine. Call... low fat dressings will be Amy Pennington. Classmates who earned a offered. C PRINTER? V945-9554J Barry County Commission on Aging lunch menu, events set Wednesday, Sept. 24 Shaved pork sandwich, scalloped potatoes, California blend, bun, cake. Thursday, Sept. 25 Mostaccioli w/meat sauce, tossed salad/dressing, cream­ ed com, garlic bread, pears. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. ■ bl kb; ■■ rsiaStW lajlli |H| Ml| ti fit LiMlMDiWH o fata; ai nd seiv»!e Mo* M M * a HW* OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... * Pumps • Tanks * Plastic & Steel Pipe * Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner -: *i*i; ii; GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE -.2. i* Friday, Sept. 26 Chefs choice. Monday, Sept. 29 Veal cutlet, baked potato, mixed veggie, bread, margarine, pudding. Tuesday, Sept. 30 Turkey steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, French cut beans, bread, margarine, plums. 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Smith Staff Writer Thanks the generosity of a Maple Valley "Lioness" fan, the girls' varsity basketball team now sports a flag, the first team ever in the district to have one. The flag, inscribed with the words, "Maple Valley Lions Lioness Domain" and depict­ ing a 'lady lion' for all to see is something that team mem­ bers say they are very proud of. It was the brain storm of Pat Carmoney,- who just wanted the girls to feel "ap­ preciated and special.'.' Carmoney has been a part of the Maple Valley cheering section since her own children were in school, and has since become a grandmother. She misses very few of her grandchildren's games. Her husband also helps coach the eighth grade team, son-in-law Doug Cook has been coaching for FLEET MAINTENANCE Continuous expansion has created an immedi­ ate need for a qualified individual in the Fleet Maintenance Department of a Major O.E.M. Automotive Supplier. Fleet Maintenance works a continuous operation schedule with alternat­ ing weekends off. This opportunity is on our evening shift and will vary from 36 to 48+ hours weekly. Qualified applicant must possess a min­ imum of two State Certificates and at least 2 years experience in Fleet Maintenance. CDL Certification a plus! Please send resume to: American Bumper & Mfg. Co. Attn: Fleet Maintenance Position 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml 48846 E.O.E. WANTED Part-time. Must like to work with the public. Experience with calculator, working with figures & typing would be helpful. Reply in own hand­ writing to: P.O. Box 250 Nashville, Ml 49073 EOE years, and daughter Laurie keeps the calendar and runs "taxi service," getting four children, a husband and her parents to every game and practice off time.., "And what Grandma wouldn't be proud?" she said. "Our Jessica made the varsity .team as a freshman, and her sister is coming right up behind her. They are fantastic basketball players!" She is talking about the Cook girls. Jessica, the youngest mem­ ber of Maple Valley's varsity squad, might just be scholar­ ship material some day. What's hard for Carmoney to understand is that while some local fans are true and blue, she feels that sometimes; the girls get the "short end of the stick." "There are those of us who never miss a game," she 'said. "But-.the girls aren't in the spotlight like the boys, and many times the crowds at their games are very small." She also said she believes the girls are short changed when it comes to uniforms: "What they are wearing now are hand-me-downs from the boys," said Carmoney. "And those (uniforms) that the freshman girls are wearing are the same ones that were worn when my girls were in school;" So she wanted desperately to do something that would put the girls in the limelight, something different from any other team. That's when at. an Olivet game she noticeci a team flag. "I just knew that the flag is what these girls needed," she said/ "That was” something that no one else at Maple Val­ ley had." Olivet is perhaps the team's biggest rival, so the flag had to be perfect, it had to be as -good or better than the one on Olivet's court. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU ^pittance, "Penile, fan Oven 10 'fyeand, This new flag, made in honor of ail of the girls who participate in Maple Valley sports was recently designed and then donated to the varsity Basket ball team by Grandma (Pat) Carmoney. She encourages other Lion fans to make a girls basketball game. JV and Varsity play tonight at Bellevue. The first step was to get the blessings of those in charge at Maple Valley High School, so she called Principal Todd Gonser. She said his reaction to her request was very posi­ tive. "-He is really supportive of the girls," she said. Then it was time to get to work. There was designing to do, then material shopping and finally pulling everything together. Carmoney sat down with Jesse and the two began dis­ cussing designs. The lion on the flag couldn’t be like the others around school. It would have to be a lady lion. School colors of Blue and White would also have to be de­ picted. Once the idea was on paper, Carmoney began mak­ ing contacts. , "I had to find someone who did the silk screening and had no idea where to begin," she said. "I got so desperate that I began looking for ads in the yellow pages. Soon she caught up with Mark Garvie, who agreed to help with the project/ At that point, Car­ money had found and pur­ chased all of the materials needed for the flag. Garvie be­ gan his silk screening and Dale Ann Thompson agreed to the embroidering. What emerged was nothing less than beautiful, according to the girls when the flag was presented to them. Carmoney doesn't , plan to stop here. 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Beardsley Road • Ionia, MI Monday thru Saturday ONLY 24 hours each day STS ■ E.O.E.. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 23, 1997 — Page 11 GRIDDERS WIN 9 continued from Page 12 7%, Runningback Chris Gonser (25) follows the block of Jamie Davis (63) for a biq gain down the sideline in Friday's SMAA triumph. (Photo by Perry Hardin). yard-line because of a fumble. Maple Valley lost three fumbles in the game, but Leslie lost 5 and had a pass picked off. Patrick recovered two fumbles, Trent Harvey, Young Lions hand Lake Odessa football loss Maple Valley's sixth and seventh grade football team defeated Lake Odessa on Sept. 13 by a 29-16 score. Maple Valley scored the first two touchdowns on an Eric Smith 40-yard run and a Britt Leonard quarterback sneak. Jimmy Himiess ran in both two point conversions. Those scores gave Maple Valley a 16-8 advantage heading into halftime. The young Lions scored on their first possession of the second half with a Hirniess 21-yard jaunt and tallied the Dawn Stine and Stacie and an 4 steals. Goris tallied 13 markers, Goris each scored double digits as Maple Valley including two 3-pointers. Other top performances defeated Lansing Christian 59­ 35 in varsity hoop play last came from Jessica Cook (9 rebounds and 3 steals), Erin Tuesday. Stine scored 15 points to go Booher (6 rebounds and 4 along with her 14 rebounds steals) and Erica Krolik (5 rebounds and 5 steals). Maple Valley led 10-6 after Recreation A BEAUTIFUL 37FT. 5th one quarter, 29-10 at half and wheel, slightly used, triple 41-23 after three quarters. The victory put the Lady slides, washer, dryer, all options, deluxe. Sacrifice. Lions at 2-3, while Lansing 616-962-4580. Christian dropped to 1 -4. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Lady Lions get their points in Saturday win final touchdown in the third quarter when Leonard threw a 6-yard pass to Jeff Taylor. Smith kicked the extra point to make the score 29-8. Lake Odessa added a fourth quarter touchdown for a final score of 29-16. Defensively, Maple Valley was led by Smith with 8 tackles, Nate Racine with 5, Cam Smith with 4 and Brandon Brooke with 4 tackles. Derek Ripley had an interception as well for the young Lions. _Lady Lions gain varsity 0®nw hoop triumph over L.C. Mich. Lie. #23-174# Lance Flory and Wawiernia each recovered one and Rich Smith intercept'ed the Black Maple Valley's varsity hoopsters racked up the points in a convincing 90-31 win over Whitmore-Prescott in Saturday action. The Lady Lions to it to their non-league opponents leading 29-6 after the first quarter, 52-15 at half and 70­ 19 after three quarters. Four M.V. players scored in double figures: Dawn Stine with 23 points, Erin Booher with 16 points, Leslie Grant with 16 points and Jessica Cook with 10 points. Cleaning up on the glass were Cook (9 rebounds), Stine (13 rebounds) and Jessica Gearin (10 rebounds). The Lady Lions also were active on defense, gaining many steals in the process. Stacie Goris had 4 steals, 3 steals, Gearin 4 steals, Booher (4 steals) and Erica Krolik (10 steals). Stine and Krolik each made 4 assists. Maple Valley will be back on the court tonight (Tuesday) at Bellevue. They travel to Pennfield on Thursday. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP Board Meeting September 3, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7:05 - p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members present. Minutes from August meeting were approved as printed. Treasurer's report approved as printed. Bills in the amount of $23,311.43 were approved for payment. Committee reports were given. New equipment for township office was approved. A Township Water and Sewer Authority Board was discussed. T. Stine, from Sheriff's Dept., was present. Correspondence was read. Z. Mead was also present at the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:10 Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by Supervisor J. Cooley Lions defensive back Matt Rose (1) scores a 2-point conversion to put his M V team ahead 8-0. (Photo by Perry Hardin). Hawk aerial. "We'll need a good defense to beat Olivet," Coach Mittelstaedt exclaimed. Special teams also came up big for the Lions last Friday, proving that more than serious weather conditions were hitting Barry County. "Our kickoff team made some bonecrushers; they played very good on Friday," I ikTWO Coach Mittelstaedt said. Patrick led the Lions with 12 tackles, Lucas Flory had 8 and Andy Heyboer, Lance Flory and Chris Gonser each made 7 stops. PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads O Looking fora ft PRINTER? Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALL! 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This Friday the State ranked M.V. gridiron team battles another State contender in Olivet High. "Hopefully, we'll be ready," Coach Mittelstaedt said. "They have a lot of balance, a 6-5 quarterback and 4 or 5 solid runningbacks. Their wide outs are big and they rqn a very good veer option." Olivet played at St. Philip in SMAA action on Saturday. The Lions, fortunately, were not looking ahead Friday in their matchup with the Black Hawks. "We didn't play very well in the first half, but we played an outstanding third quarter," Coach Mittelstaedt. A 54-yard touchdown run by Andy Patrick at the 10:11 mark opened the third scoring for Maple Valley. Jason Thompson cashed in the 2point conversion to make it 16-0. The next Lions' drive resulted in a 9-yard touchdown run by Thompson. Scott Smoked SR»ork Chops 18 Oz. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 40 — Tuesday, September 30, 1997 Maple Valley Schools bond approval is a “historic” win by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter More than 700 voters it Maple Valley made history Monday by saying "yes" to the first successful bond proposal since the con­ solidation ofVermontville and Nashville, creating the school district in 1963. Of the 1,387 voters who took part in the historical election, the positive voters turned out to be victorious by a narrow margin, only 51 percent. The final tally was 706 to 681. "We don't take that lightly," said Superintendent Clark Volz in an interview following results. "49 percent of our voters said no. I intend to make sure that this project runs smoothly and effectively, that we include people in every phase of the project, and don't allow the community to be split." The only prior millage passed by Maple Valley voters was an "enhancement" spread over three years, which produced new technology, band uniforms and a new track, enabling students to host meets for the first time in several years. That project, approved just three years ago, has been completed and was levied on 1995, 1996, and 1997 tax bills. As a result of the special election, the district now will have an early childhood devel­ opment center; additional classrooms and site additions at Fuller Elementary; classrooms, a new kitchen and a multi-purpose room at Maplewood; and a new junior high wing at the high school, which will include class­ rooms, an auxiliary gymnasium and science labs at the Junior-Senior High School. There also will be improvements to parking areas, and code conformance items, including those necessary to meet the Ameri­ cans with Disabilities Act in each of the three school buildings. All will be . completed .for $8.6 million, spread out over a period of up to 30 years. Voters had gone to the polls last spring and turned down a similar bond proposal by a it My commitment is to see that people see this money spent wisely. — Superintendent Clark Volz narrow margin. That proposal contained building renovations and additions much like this one, in addition to a new sports complex and a new bus garage. Volz, who took over the superintendency only this past summer, said that a bond pro­ ject of this magnitude would be a financial hardship, a sacrifice for many, but he felt it important that everyone become a team player. Volz compared the 'team spirit" that he was hoping for to that of the local Lions' varsity football team. He described the huddle just before any given play in a football game. Matt Pennington receives Jesse Snow Memorial Award by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter One teen who has shown outstanding leadership skills and has been a model 4-Her wins the Jesse Snow Memo­ rial Award every August at the Barry County 4-H livestock banquet. This year that special award went to Matt Pennington of Nashville. The Jesse Snow Memorial is presented annually in honor of a former Nashville area 4-H member who was killed in a car accident four years ago. Many in the 4-H commu­ nity knew Jesse Snow well. He was active in his club and the fair and often was willing to give a hand to others. He was often seen with adults set­ ting up gates for the hog show, or working with a younger member who needed a bit of help with showman­ ship, or even doing someone else's bam chores because of another commitment. Perhaps the reason that this award means so much to Matt Pennington is because he is much the same way. Pennington, who has been a nominee for the award each year since it was developed by the Snow family, was often along Jesse's side. The two boys were known for their See Pennington, P. 3 FAIR Most everyone involved at the fair knows Matt from the pig barn! Every year he raises market hogs to sell at auction. That is the way that he and Jesse Snow got acquainted many years ago. "Those boys are all in a huddle just before the game and all want to win," he said. "But some will face a bigger sacrifice than others. Some don't agree with that particular play and some will take a harder hit. The important thing is that if they all work as a team they can achieve their goal," he said. "This election is much like that. Some will have much bigger sacrifices, but if we pool our resources and work together we could be among the best districts in the state." Volz added that many people are adverse to taxes and to institutions, and that comments that he heard prior to the election led him to believe that many voters in the districtjust didn't trust the administrators at school. His plan for the entire building project is to involve people from throughout the district and keep the lines of communication open. He also plans to keep close track of funds, assuring constituents that they will get the most for their money. "My commitment is to see that people see this money spent wisely," he said. "People have made great sacrifices to make this happen and we consider these funds sacred." What many voters want to know now is when construction will begin. Volz said that the actual building is not that far away. The first step is to secure the bonds, or as he describes it "Take out the mortgage." After the funds are invested, there will be meetings to finalize building designs. They will involve the community and the architects and most likely will take place in October and November. "We will be discussing things like the best way to tie buildings together at Fuller," said Volz. "We need the community's input and the expertise of the architects at the same time to get the most for our money." He then added that he was committed to watching both funding and progress of con­ struction. I think that we can break new ground in school construction," he said. "We are driven to get the most for our money," Maple Valley Teachers still don’t have new contract by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Though there have been ne­ gotiations since Aug. 1, Maple Valley teachers report they still don't have a new contract settled. In a letter written to the Maple Valley News, the Maple Valley Education Sup­ port Personnel Association reported that progress is slow. "Teachers have met to nego­ tiate nine times and the sup­ port staff has met five times with the Board of Education Representatives Carl Hartman from the Michigan Associa­ tion of School Board and Maple Valley's Comptroller Pam Kihn," the prepared statement said. The letter also commented on the lack of participation by new Superintendent Clark Volz. That portion of the let­ ter stated that he had made only two brief appearances during the course of negotia­ tions. During an interview, how­ ever, Volz said decisions on negotiations were made prior to his arriving this past sum-, mer at Maple Valley and that he had participated upon re­ quest, though a "specialist" had been hired to represent the administration. "A negotiations specialist had been hired before I became the Superintendent," he said. "Though I was happy to sit in when asked." He added that he wanted to see a signed contract so every­ one could get back to the number one priority — kids. "We're all in the same busi­ ness," he said, "including teachers, support staff, bus drivers, cooks. Our business is education and children." Some of the issues at hand are length and time of the school day, elementary prepa­ ration time, the school calen­ dar and what representatives have referred to as "financial issues." The Maple Valley News contacted teacher representa­ tive Harry Moore and asked for more specific information. Moore said that because of state requirements, children will be in school more hours and more days this year than last, and teachers want to be paid for the extra time. "Sessions have to be ex­ tended from last year's 990 hours to 1,041 hours this year," he said. "We also have 181 school days this year. The teachers need to be compen- ■f We’re all in the same business, including teachers, support staff, bus drivers, cooks. Our business is education and children. — Clark Volz sated for the expansion of hours." What about preparation time? According to some elementary teachers, they are getting the short end of the stick.. Junior high and high school See New contract, P. 3 In This Issue... • Nashville man drowns Saturday in freak accident • Church holds celebration at ‘Grace Land’ near Nashville • Two Zoning Board positions open to local citizens • Police praised for actions in Nashville ‘drug bust’ �The Maple Valley News, Ngjhville,Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 2 PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads Grow herbs indoors during wintertime Fresh herbs for your kit­ chen can be as close as a sun­ ny windowsill if you pop up herb plants in the fall and grow them indoors as houseplants. Mary McLellan, Master Gardener program coordinator at Michigan State University, says the easiest herbs to grow indoors are chives, mint, parsley, sweet GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 marjoram and basil. You can pot up whole plants from the garden, but garden soil usually isn’t the best for indoor gardening. 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KJV Psalm 55:22 Knowye not thatye are the temple ofGod, and that the Spirit ofGod dwelleth in you? - KJV 1 Corinthians 3:16 ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 8593 Cloverdale Road Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........... 11 a.m. Evening Worship..... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting......... ........ 7 Sunday School...... ..9:45 a.m. Mornship Worship ..... 11 a.m. Evening Service... ....... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.................. 7 p.m PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Chdrch Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service........... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11a.m. P.M. Worship ........ .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship..................... 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER seedlings — can be a problem. “If you do decide to start herbs from seed, be sure to use a sterile growing medium and sanitized containers,” McLellan advises. The easiest herbs to grow from seed are basil, borage, caraway, dill, fennel, summer savory, marjoram, winter savory and thyme. . FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 110 S. Main, Vermontville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Morning Worship............. 11 a.m. Church School................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON Church Service............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School... .10:00 a.m Fellowship Tim 10:30 a.m Adult Class........ ........ 10:50 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road (Vi ml. East oh M-66, 5 ml. south of Nashville) Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. A.M. Service.................. 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sun. School................................. 9:45 A.M. Service................................... 11 P.M. Service..................................... 7 Wed. Service.................................... 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.................... 9:45 Sunday School...................... 11:15 REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 LEROY SLEEPER Call Toll-Free 1-800-752-7700 Mace Pharmacy 219 N. MAIN STREET NASHVILLE 852-0845 HOURS: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. WOLEVER’S REALTOR’ REALESTATE RES. 135 Washington P.O. Box 895 Vermontville, Ml 49096-0095 (517) 726-0637 (517) 726-0637 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH ELSIE E. WOLEVER BROKER 203 N. State, Nashville 6043 Scott Rd. (M-79) A.M. Worship................. 9:30 a.m. Sun. School.................... 11 a.m. .PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 517-852-1993 QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m Worship........... 11 a.m After School Special Wed. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE 616-945-9392 ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sun. Mass......................... 9:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses celebrate at 7:30 p.m. REV. CHARLES FISCHER ' VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Vorship Service..11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m. AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 250 N. Main St.. Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School................. 10 a.m Church Service................. 11 a.rr PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sunday* of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 3 PENNINGTON, continued from front page— We advertise dally in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 Dixie Brand Vickie Morrison Maxine Pixley JoanShanafelt Rhea Ferrier Broker/ Builder Office Manager Realtor/Consultant Executive Assistant Realtor/ Consultant Realtor/ Consultant 517-726-1100 517-543-9925 517-852-0863 517-852-9414 — OPEN HOUSE — 12008 92ND STREET SE ALTO, MICHIGAN Comer ofM-50 & 92nd Street October 4 & 5 • 2-4 PM HOSTESS: JOAN SHANAFELT 517-726-0967 or 517-852-0863 \Ne had to bring out the old pictures (sorry Matt!) Both Matt and Jesse were part of this group of winners in 1992. Matt is the young man in the front row and Jesse is in back holding what looks to be a "Best of Show" ribbon. work in the pig barn, and Pennington will be quick to admit that some of his fondest memories of fair week involve those hogs. He joined 4-H at the age of 9 and remembered his first ex­ perience show pigs vividly. "That project was pretty in­ teresting," he said. "With just a week to go until fair, my pigs were still going every­ where except where they were supposed to go. I said then, 'I'll never do this again!'" His parents and 4-H leaders can attest to the fact, however, that after just 24 hours at the fair, he was all smiles. He looks forward to each spring to when he can pick out pigs and get ready for another fair season. He said he also remembers the years when Jesse, just a couple years older, was his idol at the fair, someone who always had time for others and had "loads ofpatience." "I always wanted to fill those shoes," he said. "Jesse Snow was a prime example of that skill and leadership." Pennington added, "Jesse took that leadership one step further. He would take time out of anything he was doing, no matter how important, to talk to you or help with a problem. He was a special person and is very much missed." Pennington, again like Jesse has excelled in the 4-H program, taking on new roles as he has gained experience and knowledge. Through the years he has received numer­ ous showmanship, county 4­ H and leadership awards. He has also been a teen leader, served on 4-H Council and served this past year as a teen superintendent in the swine area. Nashville man drowns Saturday ATTENTION ENTREPRENEUR!! COME SEE THIS 4 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME THAT WAS ONCE A COUNTRY STORE. With a special use permit and a desire to have your own home business in a highly visible area, you could have a profit making home business. Maybe a butcher shop, barber/beauty shop, florist shop, tailor shop, computer shop, fix it shop, craft shop, that would be your shop. Call Joan today for more information. — RESIDENTIAL — 7m Tlw Photo LOVELY 3 BEDROOM HOME — features bath and 1/2, fireplace, deck, 2.5 car garage on 2+ acres. Olivet schools. $104,900. 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Troopers said somehow, both horses were spooked and lunged 10­ 15 yards into the lake, which has a depth of 10 to 15 feet at the shoreline. Sandra Hawkins was able to swim back to shore, but troopers believe that due to his riding gear,, Clarence Hawkins was not able to swim. Both horses also had tie-down straps attached from under the bridle and chin to the chest, which troopers said made it so the horses were un- TEACHER CONTRACT, SX» <5^f> to i y y r nr ti WOo' ZO' /;& ; FZ teachers usually receive an hour during the day that can be used for planning. Elemen­ tary teachers receive planning time just now and then. "Helter skelter," as Moore put it. Another big issue is salary. 'The Place to Go for Professional Styling Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road »: pel ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. Ask for Dixie. (CM601DB) NEW LISTING - CHARLOTTE - 5 bedroom, 2 bath home - with possible mother-in-law apt. Over 1600 sq. ft. of living space. Priced to sell quickly at $75,000. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE118JS) continued from front Moore said that previous con­ tracts contained language tied the increase in state founda­ tion money to a salary for­ mula. He said that this year's portion to teachers would be about 45 percent of the extra money received, a 6.4 percent ^Diana’s Placet Dla able to lift their heads out of the water while attempting to swim. Hawkins and both horses drowned, despite efforts oftwo other riders and fishermen in the area. The two riders who jumped in to attempt to save Hawkins reported a current of some type, but troopers said divers with the Ionia County Sheriffs Department "I-Team" believed the current was not strong enough to cause the drowning. increase in salary. Maple Val­ ley teachers now are paid less than teachers in other areas. When compared to others across the state, they are in the lower 25 percent. Volz said that just settling a contract and giving teachers an increase isn't that easy. His first obligation is to the dis­ trict and the community. "We all want a settlement but need to remain a solvent -district," he said. "We want our teachers to remain happy and feel appreciated, but we cannot do that at the risk of tomorrow's school!" Bargaining meetings are scheduled to resume Monday, Oct. 6. • ■ ........ BUILT IN 1863 - ONE OF VERMONT­ VILLE’S OLDEST HOMES - Original wood­ work & fireplace. Come see this 3 bed­ room, 114 bath home. Newer kitchen & laundry room. Deck, garage. $71,900. Call Joan today for a private showing. (RE117JS) NEAR LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2 bedroom. Broker owned. (RE102DB) LANSING/FISHER BODY AREA - 4 bed­ room. Broker owned. $42,000. (RE112D) WHY LIST WITH AN AGENCY WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE WITH GRAND RAPIDS AND LANSING M;L.S. 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Gurd to celebrate 40th Benedicts celebrate SO years together Glenn and Mary (Ellis) Gurd will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on Oct. 5, 1997. They were mar­ ried at St. Rose Church in Hastings. The couple has five children and eight grandchildren. Their children are planning a family dinner. Carol and Barbara Benedict will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Oct. 11, 1997. Friends and family are invited to an open house at the Sunfield United Brethren Church from 1-4 p.m. They were mar­ ried on Dec. 12, 1947 at Barbara’s parents home (DeVere and Ann Grant) in rural Charlotte. They have resided at Carrol's Family Centennial Farm since they were married. The Benedicts have five children, daughters Anita and Pat Hayes and Lucy and Jack Baker, sons Curt and Ruth Benedict, Brad and Dawn Benedict, and Jan and Debbi Benedict, and eight grandchildren. 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Mr. Brunke’s home is in the north end of the district, which provides transportation both ways for his son in the p.m. program. It was explain­ ed to Mr. Brunke that if he wished his child to attend in the a.m., we could ac­ comodate his request for the teacher he wanted for his son and the a.m. program he re­ quested, however, as with other parents, he would have to assume responsibility for returning transportation because there would be no bus available at 11 a.m. to deliver his son home to the north end of the district. Before school began in August, Mr. Brunke said he would assume the transporta­ tion responsibilities in order for his son to attend the a.m. session as his family desired. We at Maple Valley try diligently to accommodate the varied schedules/needs of our students and parents. However, we would not be good stewards oftax dollars to incur the financial costs of ad­ ditional bus runs for half-day students. I hope this helps clarify how transportation for our half-day programs operate. Please call Bernie Hynes at 852-9468 or Pat Powers at 852-9421 ifyou have further questions. Mrs. Hynes Fuller Elementary Mr. Powers M.V. Transportation Friddle 50th anniversary The children of Paul and Jeanette (White) Friddle will be honoring their parents 50th wedding anniversary Sunday, Oct. 12 at the Maple Grove Community Building, 721 Durkee St., Nashville, Ml, from 2-5 p.m. No gifts please. Letterheads Business Cards Envelopes Brochures g Wedding Invitations and MORE Quality Printing atAffordable Prices! ~ Call 945-9554 or stop by at... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 5 Latest books, videos available at Putnam Public Library Junior and young adult Castles by Molly Moynah, The American West by Jim Davis, Monster Jokes and Riddles by Jeffrey Nelson, A Day at the Races with Austen and Kyle Petty by Evelyn Mott, Poems Old and New by William Patten, Butch Cassidy by Patricia Netzley, The Little Princess in the Tower by William Lace, Joe Louis by Jim Campbell, Georgia O’Keeffe by Lois Nicholson, Jane Goodall by Paula Pratt, Norman Rockwell by Deanne Durrett, Edgar Allan Poe by Suzanne Le Vert, Spike Lee by James Eearl Hardy, Bill Gates and Microsoft by David Marshall, Carl Lewis by Steve Klots, Salvador Dali by David Carter, An Introduction to practical Astronomy by Brian Jones, The Age of Computers by World Book, Barney’s 1-2-3-4 Seasons by Lyons On the shelf at Sunfield District Library Effective Sept. 22, the fax number of the library is (517) 566-8065. The fax and telephone will be shring the same line, but this change will not be noticeable to users. The charge to send a fax is $1.50 per transmission (higher if faxing outside the United States) and there is no charge to receive. New books this week are: Adult — Finding the Dream by Nora Roberts; Closely Alon to Murder by Joan Hess (A Claire Malloy mystery); Nathan’s Run by John Gilstrap; Ten Stupid Things Men Do to Mess Up Their Lives by Dr. Laura Schlesinger; Where Trouble Sleeps by Clyde Edgerton; American Academy of Pediatrics’ Guide to Your Child’s Symptoms; 1998 Writer’s Market; and Dark Paradise by Tami Hoag. Young Adult — The Bomb by Theodore Taylor and 2 by R.L. Stine — Dance of Death and Fear Hall; The Conclusion. Juniors Goosebumps: My Friend is Invisible; and Bailey School Kids — Mrs.Jeepers’ Batty Vacation. Easy Readers — Be Gentle and Turtle Bay. Hamptons to observe 50 years Bill and Eva Hampton of Nashville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, Oct. 5 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Community Bldg, in Nashville. They have two sons, Gary of Grand Rapids and Dennis and Tonya of Ft. Myers, Florida. And two grandchildren. They enjoy playing cards and going to flea markets. They spend their winters in Florida. They request no gifts. They invite their friends and family to join them on this special occasion. 0 9 9 U, Autumn Prints Halloween Fabrics & Patterns Stack, McCall, Simplicity H®/» Ml I Kwi> Sew Pattanis.... ill 19 Wt g< Group, The Story of Little Quack by Betty Gibson, A Hat for Minerva Louise by Janet Stocke, Franklin Is Bossy by Paulette Bourgeois, What’s That Noise by Francesca Simon, If You Dream a Dragon by Erica Farber, Your Dog Plays Hockey by Charles Schulz, I Can Read About Dinosaurs by John Howard, The Vampire Brides by Erica Farber, Behind the Couch by Mordicai Gerstein, The Lunch Line by Karen Nagel, Jenius The Amazing Guinea by Dick Smith, The Missing Fossil Mystery by Emily Her­ man, Monster Bugs by Lucille Penner, Fabulous Fairy Tale Follies by Grahame Philpot, Mystery in Bugtown by William Boniface, Sleepy Time by Mary Morgan, One Blowy Night by Nick Sutterworth, Little Monsters Word Book by Mercer Mayer, Pigs in the Mud in the Middle of the Rud by Lynn Plourde, From Head to Toe by Eric Carl, Allison’s Puppy by Mary Bauer, Cat by R.L. Stine, Who Killed the Homecoming Queen by R.L. Stine, The Evil Moon by R.L. Stine, The Deadly Fire by R.L. Stine, The Dark Secret by R.L. Stine, The First Scream by R.L. Stine, The Loudest Scream by R.L. Stine, The Last Scream by R.L. Stine, Mysterious Love by Shirley Brinkerhoff. Adult fiction The Presence by John Saul, The Bachman Books by Richard Bachman, Special Delivery by Danielle Steel, The Maze by Catherine Videos Coulter, Wild Irish Skies by The Indian in the Cupboard, Nancy Akers, A Taste of Pooh’s Grand Adventure: The Heaven by Alexis Harrington, Search for Christopher Robin, Skeleton Canyon by J.A. The First Wives Club, The New books available at Vermontville Twp. Library New Titles The Good Land: Farm Families Remember by Ken Wysocky, Ed., and The Mer­ ck Manual of Medical Infor­ mation have been donated in memory of Joseph and Inez Hickey by their daughter, Lois Barton. 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(VL-46) A Good building site on �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 Page 6 Church holds celebration at ‘Grace Land’ near Nashville Doesn't look like any ordinary church service. It was a warm sunny day and the field once belonging to Elizabeth Good just out side of Nashville was filled with lawn chairs. There was special music and plenty of social time for Grace Community members. And yes there was plenty of music! The Grace Community Worship Team lead several pieces of up-beat Christian music. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer "Grace Land,” once just an empty field outside of Nashville, (Michigan that is) was the scene of a celebration last Sunday. The vacant property some­ day will be the site of a min­ istry center, all because of the foresight of Grace Com­ munity Church members and one woman who wanted to give something special to the community before she died. The field, 78 acres in size, actually is called "Grace on the Land" and now belongs to the Grace congregation be­ cause Elizabeth Good felt the need to reach out to young H Nashville needs a church like that. No, the world needs a church like that. — The late Elizabeth Good people in the community. The name Good may be fa­ miliar locally from the Maple Valley Scholarship Fund. A large donation from her estate has supplied funds for many Maple Valley High School graduates to use for college or trade school. This "Grace on the Land" property was where Mrs. Good grew up, and it was not for sale until she learned of the intent of the Grace congregation. Many worshiped at Grace Land in the back of pick up trucks and on hay wagons. The sun was out in full force and temperatures toppled near 80 degrees that afternoon. Following worship services, there were picnic lunches and a tour of the 'property which consists of 78 acres. "At the point that I met Elizabeth Good, we (the church members) had been looking for property for quite some time and it seemed that God had just kept closing doors. For whatever reason, none of those sites were where he wanted us to be," said Pastor Don Roscoe. He added that though she had made it clear to others that she did not intend to sell the farm, once she learned about the church and its mission, she became very excited. "We shared that statement mission," said Roscoe. "Once she heard that the church wanted to reach young people, she said to me, 'Nashville Continued next page— CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP Something (Special By Kathy ‘Ffowers and Qifts I Thursday Oct. 2 and Triday Oct. 3 • 9:00 am to 7:00pm andSaturday Oct 4 • 9:00 am to 3:00pm 1 <Doz. 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Videos Arthur’s Eyes, Arthur’s Lost Library Book, The Cat from Outer Space (Disney), Mary Poppins (Disney), in Search of the Castaways (Disney), Doctor Doolittle, Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and Romeo and Juliet........ Reserve your booth today for the: 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997 10 AM to 4:30 PM Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 Phone: 517-852-2145 (j’~’-~<S) Booth Size and Rates: 8 x4’ - $35.00 8’xl0’- $45.00 Limited 4’x12* - $40.00 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page— needs a church like that,' then 'no, the world needs a church like that'." Not long after the purchase, Mrs. Good died and many didn't see changes in the prop­ erty. But Grace Community members, who meet at the high school each Sunday for worship service, often could be found there in small groups, maybe picking up stones to make way for a crop, or going for a long walk on a sunny afternoon. Last Sunday, members drove up in pick-up trucks loaded with lawn chairs. Some came with tractors and took part in Sunday services parked on bales of straw. Still others spread out blankets on the ground. Volunteers rigged up a sound system run off genera­ tors, and a makeshift nursery was built for youngsters from a picnic canopy and donations oftoys and cribs. All then set­ tled in for Sunday worship service, which included a dedi­ cation of the "Land of Grace" and several special musical performances from church members. After the service picnic baskets were opened and then a 'tour' of the prop­ erty began. Many wonder just what Grace is all about. Grace owns no church building, yet seems to have a large following. Most Sundays there are 300 or better in the congregation. The church, which began four years ago, is community centered. "Grace was planted in the fall of 1993," said Pastor Roscoe. "With the vision of being a contemporary styled church, non-denominatiojial, reaching out to young peo­ ple." They began meeting in the mpiHBiM C IK 2 TifflCiEE Bcii Looking for a ’X PRINTER? triit iteiiiitii Call.:. EM iEDrifEE \ 945-9554J ml Two Nashville ZBA seats open Two vacancies remain un­ filled on the Nashville Zoning Board of Appeals, even though the council last week was told that the posts were advertised for weeks. Jeff Parish and Larry Romanek have left the board. Both were new members, joining in April of this year. According to sources at the village, since taking accepting his seat on the ZBA, Romanek has moved out of the village leaving him ineligible to remain on the board. He had volunteered to serve shortly after moving into town, and said that as a re­ tiree, he felt he had time to benefit the village and wanted the opportunity to make Nashville a better place to live. Parish, who was appointed shortly after Romanek, cited other obligations with his ca­ reer as a reason for leaving the board. He resigned in August. Left to decide the fate of Nashville's zoning issues are new Zoning Administrator Rick VanEngen, Larry Decker, Mark Rigelman and Sally Stahl, and they are ask­ ing for help from other citi­ zens. Those who wish to apply for a seat on the board can do so by contacting the village office. There are very few re­ quirements. One must be a resident of the village and be willing to set aside the time required to do an adequate job. The ZBA meets the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. HEALTHY TAN Looks like fun doesn't it! Many families joined in the "Grace On The Land" Celebration with Grace Community last Sunday. Vermontville Opera House and then the Maple Grove Grange, but soon moved to the high school auditorium because of the large follow­ ing. Services at Grace are a little different from other area churches. Music is upbeat and one walking in will often find a lot of clapping going on. Though some members of the congregation tend to wear more traditional Sunday attire, many members arrive in com­ fortable blue jeans and sweat­ shirts. In addition to Sunday ser­ vices, several groups known as "cell groups" meet on weeknights and are continu­ ally doing public service type activities such as free car washes, supplying free pop at K "Wedding Announcements Let us help you announce that very important day with an announcement from our complete line of Invitations, Reception Cards, isThank Yous and more. FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday ball games and even scrubbing toilets for area businesses. There are no immediate plans to begin building at Grace Land, but Roscoe be­ lieves that it is the people in the congregation who make a difference in the community. "Our mission has very little to do with a building, but ev­ erything to do with peoples' lives," he said. IS THE fIRST SI^N O£ SKIN CANCER. IRONIC, ISN’T IT? The fact is, tanning can lead to melanoma/skin cancer. So examine yourself regularly. Look for blemishes larger than a pencil eraser, multi-colored or asymmetrical in shape. If you have any questions, see your dermatologist. .c*N ** * \ :’AAD 5 SPOT MELANOMA/SKIN CANCER EARLY * im« / www.aad.org �Th® Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 8 Obituaries Police praised for actions in Nashville ‘drug bust A village resident ap­ proached Nashville Village Council members last week, commending local police offi­ cers for their quick response time following an incident in­ volving drugs and several teens. Ginger Greenman told council members last week that she felt Nashville officers should be commended. "Even though the incident involved my own son, I just want to say thank you to your officers," she said. "They are prompt and professional and are doing a wonderful job." But the question is, what incident? There have been ru- mors of gang activity and drug Both face preliminary exams break exterior doors to the building and made away with busts, but as of press time, next month. When stopped, both were goods and a cash box contain­ neither has been confirmed. Interim Acting Police Chief reported leaving the Greenman ing $450. Michael Kolassa said that residence. Police now are investigat­ All the excitement over the ing leads on the break-in and a there were arrests associated with drug traffic last Thurs- "drug busts" followed a break- $50 case reward is being of­ day, but none were the result in at the VFW Hall one day fered by the VFW lodge for of any "Sting" operation. prior. According to officials information leading to an ar­ "That was to happen, but there, someone used force to rest. never did," he said. "What re­ ally took place was two traffic stops." The stops resulted in two arrests, for possession of con­ trolled substances, Kolassa said. Two teens, Mark General surgeons L. Rao gham Medical Center, where Billings and Michael Morgan, Kareti, and Hugh Jeffrey he completed a thoracic and were arraigned Sept. 19 in Lindsey have joined the cardiovascular residency. Lindsey, as a lieutenant Barry County District Court. medical staff of Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital in commander in the United States Naval Reserve, was Charlotte. “We’re delighted to have most recently head of the added Drs. Kareti and Lind­ Department of Surgery for the sey’s experience to our staff, ’ ’ United States Naval Hospital said Stephen W. Mapes, HGB in Okinawa, Japan, before ac­ president and CEO. “Their cepting a faculty position at presence in our surgical suites MSU. He is no stranger to the will help us expand the ser­ area. He served his residence vices we’re offering to Eaton in general surgery at County residents. And the ex­ Michigan State University, perience they both bring as where he was chiefresident in MSU faculty members will 1994 and 1995. A summa cum help Charlotte and laude of Oral Roberts Univer­ surrounding-area residents sity in Tulsa, Okla., Lindsey receive the care they need earned his medical degree without traveling a great from the Medical College of Ohio in Toledo. distance.” Hayes Green Beach and Kareti has been a mid­ Michigan resident for nearly MSU’s College of Human 25 years, since becoming a Medicine — Department of faculty member at Michigan Surgery have joined forces of State University’s College on provide outreach medical ser­ Human Medicine in 1973, vices for Eaton County where he remains today. residents, as well as educa­ Kareti received his medical tional experiences for physi­ degree from Guntur Medical cians in a community-hospital College in India, and served environment. Dorla Lancaster Hayes Green Beach has his residency at Mt. Sinai Her hobbies include fishing, paddle boating and “playing Hospital in Chicago. His ties served the Eaton County area to Mid-Michigan began at In- since 1933. the slots” at the casinos. Two MSU surgeons joining Hayes Green Beach staff Local woman named to Super 8 manager Doria Lancaster is the new manager of the Super 8 Motel located at the intersection of M-66 and 1-96, of Ionia. Lancaster started with the motel as a night auditor. She served as assistant manager for over a year and was promoted to manager in mid-August. “I am looking forward to the challenge,” she said. "I would appreciate knowing of any concerns or comments, and want to help with every­ one’s lodging needs.” Lancaster lives on Saubee Lake, of Vermontville, with her husband David. Lancaster is a native of the Lake Odessa .and Sunfield area. She has four children and 6 grandchildren. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 M-66 Tire ifa/vo//ne People Who Know Usevalvoune* Quick Lllbe.t..$J 1 9" _ O ther ma.jor tbrand o,f o.i.l available Petersen Enterprises SELL • TRADE BUY USED CARS — 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa, Ml 48849 (616) 374-12•0•0• Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events set Wednesday, Oct. 1 Ribbette w/BBQ sauce, peas, carrots, fruit cocktail, bread, margarine. Thursday, Oct. 2 Meatballs w/gravy, red potato, broccoli, cookie, bread, margarine. Friday, Oct. 3 Baked fish fillet, spinach, squash, jello, bun, tarter sauce. Monday, Oct. 6 Stuffed cabbage, sliced car­ rots, kidney bean salad, baked whole apple, bread, margarine. Tuesday, Oct. 7 Pork patty w/mushroom gravy, mashed potato, California blend, pears, din- ner roll, margarine. Events Wednesday, Oct. 1 Hastings, crafts; Nashville social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, blood pressure day. Thursday, Oct. 2 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Oct. 3 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Oct. 6 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Dave Chase, 11:30. Tuesday, Oct. 7 — puzzle day. For legal advice on Workmans Compensation, Social Security Disability and other personal injury claims call... No Charge for initial Consultation 517-543-4162 Lawrence D. Kaechele | ADVOCATES IN PERSONAL IN|URY CLAIMS, , Kaechele &. Wllensky, PC Lansing Charlotte 138 S. Cochran Ave. 517-482-2175 517-543-4162 (Inside Mid State Title) NASHVILLE - Russ Hawk­ ins, age 52, ofNashville passed away Saturday, September 20, 1997 in Ionia the result of a drowning accident. Mr. Hawkins was bom in Mason, the son of Roy and Maty (Buxton) Hawkins. He graduated from Jackson High School and attended Jackson Community College. Mr. Hawkins served in the United States Army during the Vietnam conflict. He married Sandra Cramp­ ton in 1989 in Vermontville. Mr. Hawkins was in the construction industry and published “The Michigan Horse and Trail Guide.” Mr. Hawkins was a strong supporter for the “Eaton Special Riding Volunteers Association”, he enjoyed hunt­ ing, fishing, and was an avid horseman. Mr. Hawkins was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Loree Priesian. Mr. Hawkins is survived by his wife, Sandra; daughters, Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Oct. 2 — Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 — Small Animal Developmental Committee Meeting, 8 p.m. Oct. 4 — Arabian Horse Judging workshop at the Horse Teaching and Research Center, 10 a.m. Oct. 4 — Open Speed Show put on by the Flaming Hoofbeats. Oct. 6 — Barry County Homemakers Board Mtg. 2:00 to 3:30 at the Courts and Law Building, Community Room. Oct. 8 — Enrollment Night, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 8 — Horse Developmental Committee Mtg., 7:00 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 17 — Teen Club Community Service Project, 4:00 p.m., Hastings Methodist Church. Oct. 18 — Leadership update, “True Colors,” 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Extension Office. Oct. 21 — Enrollment Night, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Expo Center. Oct. 27 — Animal Science Training, 7 p.m. at the Expo Center. Oct. 27 — Character Counts Training for 10-12 years old, 7 p.m. at the Expo Center. AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Danell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. For Rent 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, remodeled on Thomapple Lake, single working person or couple. 517-852-9386 NASHVILLE- Nashville Park Apartments. 1 & 2 bedrooms available. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. VERMONTVILLE- Vermont­ ville Meadows Apartments. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available. Taking applications for waiting list also. Rent subsidy if you qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. Barrier free access. The next meeting of the Eaton County 4-H Council will be held Monday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Eaton County Office Building. This meeting is mandatory for club administrative leaders or their representatives. All enrollment forms will be pass­ ed out and reviewed and an in­ troductory presentation will be made by a Club’s Choice Foods representative, which is the next council fundraiser. Each club should plan to send at least one member in r Looking for a PRINTER? A ^945-9554J Part-time. Must like to work with the public. Experience with calculator, working with figures & typing would be helpful. Reply in own handwriting to: EOE s is Call... P.O. Box 250 Nashville, Ml 49073 A BEAUTIFUL 37FT. 5th wheel, slightly used, triple slides, washer, dryer, all options, 616-962-4580 ....... 7Z/Z' addition to its administrative leader. For additional information, call the Eaton County MSU Extension office, (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. HELP WANTED Recreation Flint 810-237-8980 Tracy Mathews of Hastings, Lisa Hawkins of Holt, Colette (Jerry) Touchette of Lansing, Tammy Hawkins of Lansing; one son, Eric (Dawn) Hawkins of Holt; eight grandchildren, Desirae, Shawna, Tyler, Erica, Adam, Brandon, Austin, & Michael; two step sons, Kenneth Rathbum ofNashvil­ le and Kevin Rathbum of Dutton; two nephews, Richie (Lisa) Riggle and Bobby (June) Riggle; three brothers, Ray Hawkins of Arizona, Gerald Hawkins of Ypsilanti, Chet Hawkins of Ypsilanti; two sisters, Jean Smith of Hastings, and Carlean Parker of Ypsilanti. Funeral services were held Wednesday, September 24, 1997 at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funeral Home, Nashville with Reverend James Hynes and the V.F.W. Fost 8260 officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Special Riding Volunteers Association. Eaton County 4-H Council to meet Farm You may be entitled to compensation for wage loss and medical benefits if you sustained injuries related to your job. Russ Hawkins N �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 9 FULLER Focus Hl l syss Syyss s© s s Sb Si itee •'StiiV M •“'W'CmifcfeijI ■uMu JHXiEEIiSlE. rats ia* ,■»)!. ita Principal Bernie — Our 97-98 school year is off to a great beginning. “Thanks” to our custodial staff, teaching staff, and for the cooperation of parents. Please call us if you have questions, concerns and celebrations. Y5 — Theresa Duffy. We have been learning how special each one ofus are. We have made lots of new friends. We know red. We dyed water, frosting and pud­ ding red. We even painted with red jello. Mmm...Good! We also know what a circle is. We have learned all about ap­ ples. We look forward to an awesome year of celebrating learning. Kdg. Mrs. Seifert. We’ve had a lot of fun getting to know each other. We made a Shape Book and a Me book to show our parents at open house. We made apple print patterns and sponge painted apple trees. We have learned a lot of new songs including “Five Little Monkeys” and “Away Up High in the Apple Tree.” Grade 2 — Mrs. Long. In reading this week, our story is about a Mexican-American family. To acquaint the class with a different language, We invited Spanish students from the high school to give a mini­ Spanish lesson and to read the story in Spanish to us. We’ll also enjoyed eating Mexican food after the lesson. We are learning about weather in science. In social studies we are fin­ ding ways to be a good friend and also how to get along with others. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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We are learning about communities, the giosphere, sentence parts and fairy tales too! We also named our new class pet. Come in and see Furball. Grade 3 — Mrs. Arvizu. Third grade in Mrs. Arvizu’s room are busy getting settled into the new school year. We are enjoying sharing Mrs. Berry for health, Mrs. Wilde for social studies and Mrs. Arvizu for science. They are learning about communities, the earth, and getting along with others. We have finished reading the book Good Grief, Third Grade. It has been good to see Mr. Volz in our room. New Eaton County Agriculture Agent selected, duties begin Oct. 1 George Silva of Lansing begins his duties Wednesday, Oct. 1, as a Michigan State University Extension Agriculture Agent in Eaton County. He is transferring from Agriculture and Natural Resources A gent/Sycamore Creek Project in Ingham County. Silva will be responsible for the Field Crops and Hor­ ticulture programs for clientele in Eaton County. Silva graduated in 1972 from the University of Ceylon with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture science. He received a PhD in horticulture science/plant pathology in 1980 from the University of Hawaii. From 1981-1985, Silva was pointed agriculture and natural resources agent in a post-doctoral fellow with the University of Alberta before coming to Michigan State University in 1986 as an Ex­ tension specialist with the Department of Crop and Soil Science. In 1996, Silva was ap- charge ofthe Sycamore Creek Projectin Ingham County. PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing .on September 9, 1997 at the council chambers at 7:00 p.m. Music teachers to meet The Battle Creek Area Music Teachers Association invites area music teachers to attend its Monday, Oct. 13, meeting at 337 N. Main St., Nashville. The program, “Music and Technology,” will start at 10 a.m. and will be presented by Teresa Pash. Additional information can be obtained by calling 852-9159. 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DOUBLE 4 «■ $4O" Pewter Wicke r Ifd} HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State in Nashville TfWf Clay Shale $41 ■ Prices Good thru October ,14, 1997 - (517)852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 10 M.V. claims hoop win with Bellevue/loses to Pennfield 66-48 An easy win and a very tough defeat was how Maple Valley's varsity basketball team fared in prep hoop action last week. The Lady Lions opened the week with a 70-31 SMAA triumph against Bellevue. The week concluded with a 66-48 loss to non-league Pennfield. M.V. is now 4-4 overall and 2-0 in the league standings. Next up is SMAA foe Olivet tonight (Tuesday, Sept. 30). Rebounding was a huge factor for Coach Jerry Reese's team in the 39-point win over Bellevue. Jessica Cook grabbed 12 rebounds, while Dawn Stine pulled down 14 caroms. Stine also played some stingy defense with 5 steals. Stine was the game's leading scorer with 26 points. Cook added 15 markers and Stacie Goris pumped in 14 points. Stine shinned again versus Pennfield with 21 points, 12 rebounds and 3 steals. Jessica Gearin was second in Lady Lions' scoring book with 10 points, while Erica Krolik crashed the boards for 9 rebounds. "Pennfield's press caused us to turn the ball over many times," Coach Reese said. "These turnovers resulted in many easy baskets; we had a tough time tonight." Newest citizens announced GIRL, Jennelle Mackenzie Ames, bom to Christopher and Kristine Ames on Aug. 21, 1997 at 5:07 p.m. She weighed 8 lbs. 2 ozs. and was 1914 inches long. Grandparents are David and Shirley Ames ofHastings, and Keith and Kay MacKenzie of Vermontville. Great grandparents are Don MacKenzie, Jess and Marilyn Roach, and Dorothy Ames. Jennelle joins a brother, Carson. BOY, Brian and Jennifer Sleeper of Eaton Rapids an­ nounce the birth of their son, Gordon Brian, on July 10, 1997 at Lansing Capital Medical Center weighing 7 lbs. 2 ozs. Grandparents are LeRoy and Barb Sleeper of Vermontville and Henry and Dayle Karel of Muskegon; and sister, Anna, at home. Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174ff Junior Varsity The junior varsity hoop squad is 2-4 with wins against Lansing Christian (46-21) and Whittmore/Prescott (43-35) and losses to Fowler, Portland St. Pats, Saranac and Potterville. Jennie Begerow scored 11, Emily Aspinall 8 and 5 rebounds and Amy Pennington 7 and 9 rebounds School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 1 Nachos, com, applesauce. Thursday, Oct. 2 Chesse pizza, tossed salad, pineapple, pretzel rod. Friday, Oct. 3 Com dog, baked beans, fresh fruit, birthday cake. Monday, Oct. 6 Chicken sandwich, french fries, peaches, chocolate pudding. Tuesday, Oct. 7 Grilled cheese, tomato soup, crackers, orange push­ up. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice,,e:, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Community Notices Thank You ACCEPTING CRAFTERS for the 2nd Annual Bands 2000 craft show. Caledonia Middle School November 22nd. Call Pam 616-868-5212. __________ HISTORIC BOWENS MILLS “Its Cider Time Festival”. Cider, donuts, apple dumplings, water power and old time demos, live music, hay rides & lots more. Special features each weekend. Oct 4/5: Mountain Men Encampment. Oct. 11/12: Civil War Reenact­ ment. Oct 18/19: French Voya­ ger Encampment. 11am - 4pm. Adults $4.00. Kids $1.00. 2 miles north Yankee Springs State Park off Briggs Road. 616-795-7530.____________ ONEIDA FIELD MARKET: Sept 27th, 28th Recreational Market Place: Arts/crafts, anti­ ques, business, food, wagon rides, AUCTION entertainment, putt-putt golf, petting zoo, pumpkin patch, maze, HOT AIR balloon rides. 3 miles west of Grand Ledge on Benton Road. 517-627-7114. THE FAMILY OF KENNETH (PE CK) PEMBER wishes to thank all ofthe Brown Road neighbors and friends for the flowers. We would also like to tothankthepeopledonatingto t thank the people donating to the Boy Scouts through Vermontville Grocery.. HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554 in the Aug. 28 game with Fowler. Aspinall (7 points) and Begerow combined 12 in the loss to St. Pats. Begerow and Pennington each tallied 10 points versus Saranac. Pennington also topped the team in rebounds with 4. Pennington had 7 points in the loss to Potterville. On Sept. 16, the JV eagers won impressively 46-21 over Lansing Christian. Karla Hughes scored 12 points and pulled down 7 rebounds, Pennington collected 10 points and Alexis Smith scored 8 and dished out 4 assists. Dawn Spears led M.V. in points (15) against Whittmore/Prescott. Other stats included Smith's 4 assists, Begerow's 6 rebounds, Pennington's 11 rebounds, Hughes' 5 steals and 7 rebounds and Aspinall's 7 rebounds. Fall Festival planned in Charlotte today The Fall Festival will be with homemade pie for sale. held today (Tuesday, Sept. Any proceeds from the entries 30) at the 4-H Building on the and the pie social will go toward the construction of Charlotte Fairgrounds. The event includes a fun grow labs (indoor and friendly competition with “greenhouses”) for Eaton classes such as heaviest County classrooms. Registration and set up is squash, heaviest cabbage, herb display, vegetable dress- from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and up and scarecrows. Any youth judging begins at 7. 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Richie Wilson finished ninth in 9:42, Aaron Scott was 11th in 9:50, Tom Balcom placed 20th in 10:08, Devin Phenix was 22nd in 10:09 and Andrew Kenyen ended in 12:03. Aubrey Murphy also had a record time of 10:29 to place fourth. Kari Emerick finished 13th in 11:15, Melissa Nisse was 36th in 12:42, Amanda Scramlin took 37th in 12:45 and Michelle Silsbee placed 39th in 12:51. The middle school track team competed at Carson City last Saturday (Sept. 27). 1 Bellevue and Leslie ' ^IhBi ^I 181 Richie Wilson set the club mark in the two mile for M.V.'s boys. (Photo provided) Nil,, M.V.'s girls beat both Bellevue and Leslie on Sept. 16, while the boys won over Lion gridders defeat Eagles in OT Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt has been on the ™ "Witte Maple Valley sidelines for 170 football games — ** including 122 as the head —® varsity coach — but Friday's contest with State power Olivet was only the second the had gone to overtime. Fortunately, for Coach Mittelstaedt and his talented nd team of Lions, big stops tra Miipii paved the way for an even it® rlsfeditiWs bigger win.. Maple Valley's defense not ifcaat' UntWiW only held Olivet out of the I list Mdfcjsiflt end zone in the overtime, butt :ras zMspriito they forced and recovered a fumble on a fourth down play ■ jca and went on to win 12-6. "Our defense stopped them three times inside the ten (yard line)," line)," Coach Coach Mittelstaedt Mittelstaedt said. "We went on defense first in the overtime and on a fourth down play Andy Patrick made the hit and Andy Heyboer made the recovery." The Lions first ran Patrick on a sweep, a play that netted 1 yard. Chris Gonser followed with a 6-yard jaunt that put the ball at the two. Trent Harvey and Travis VanAlstine made the key blocks to spring Gonser on that play. On the next play, Jason Thompson followed the blocks of Andy Adams, Andy Heyboer and Jamie Davis into the end zone for six points and the victory. "Our line did a very good job," Mittelstaedt explained. "It was quite an emotional game between two good teams that both played well." Turnovers also played a key part in deciding the outcome. Maple Valley intercepted three Olivet passes and recovered one fumble. VanAlstine made two of the three picks, while Trevor Wawiemia collected the other interception. Those stops were huge, considering the total yards that the host Eagles gained in the game. Olivet had 290 yards rushing in the game and 345 yards of total offense. In comparison, Maple Valley gained 130 on the ground and just 172 total. Thompson led the Lions ground assault with 96 yards on 11 carries, Gonser gained 73 yards on 8 attempts and Andy Patrick logged the ball 7 times for 16 yards. Quarterback Trevor Wawiemia completed 2-of-6 passes for 38 yards with Patrick catching one for 21 yards and a touchdown and Rich Smith grabbing the other for 17 yards. Patrick Defensively, collected 21 tackles, Lance Flory 13, Lucas Flory 10 and Trent Harvey 9. Olivet's quarterback (Nate Hoekje) was 2-of-10 passing in the game with the three interceptions. "We were able to put pressure on them," Coach Mittelstaedt said of his team's tough defensive effort. "They went away from the pass in the second half. The defense was ready (as) a lot of guys had a lot of tackles." After a scoreless first half, Maple Valley came out inspired in the third quarter. Thompson scored a 57-yard touchdown at the 11:34 mark with Davis, Adams and Heyboer springing the blocks. The two-point pass was incomplete, giving the Lions a 6-0 advantage. Olivet tied the score 6-6 on a 25-yard punt return and a Hoekje 4-yard dart with 1:31 remaining in the third quarter, but Patrick stuffed the twopoint try and Maple Valley's offense took over. Neither team scored in the Neitherteam fourth quarter, as Maple Valley stopped the Eagles twice, including once from the 5-yard-line. Olivet won the overtime coin flip and chose to go on offense first. The Lions were able to stop them thanks to Patrick's and Heyboer's efforts and won the game when Thompson reached pay dirt. The Lions are 4-0 and 2-0 in the SMAA, while Dansville is 1-3 and hung with Leslie tough last Friday. M.V. 6th-7tfi grade gridders are winning Maple Valley's sixth and seventh grade football team traveled to Saranac on Sept. 20 and walked away with a 59-0 victory. The young Lions, now 3-0, scored 39 points in the opening quarter and never looked back. Eric Smith scored when he recovered Britt Leonard's onside kick and ran 45 yards towards pay dirt. Jim Himeiss ran in the two-point conversion. Maple Valley then booted another on-side kick and recovered it at the 40-yard- line. Three plays later, Smith scored on a 15-yard run. The next four touchdowns were tallied by Himeiss (35yard run), Leonard (1-yard run), Smith (38-yard run), Bryan Dunlap (3-yard run). The defense helped to set up many of those scoring plays. Michael Johnson and Ryan Grider intercepted Saranac passes and Leonard recovered a fumble. At half the score was 39-0 Maple Valley. Jeff Taylor (9-yard fumble recovery), Matt Root (twopoint conversion), Nathan Carney (3-yard. run),. Tojd 'k ,.'k J i.'k k kk Burghdoff (3-yard run) added Lions' points in the second half. The young Lions racked up 335 rushing yards on 35 attempts. Opening huge holes to run through were Maple Valley offensive linemen Root, Cam Smith, Danny Davis, Caleb Watson, Zach Vorce, Josh Grassman and Taylor. Smith led the team with 6 tackles, Watson picked off a pass in the second half and 18 other players also registered tackles. In total, Saranac mustered just 9 yards of offense. At the start, middle school runners begin their cross country journey at Leslie. (Photo provided) Bellevue, but lost to Leslie. Murphy set a two-mile record of 15:11 for the girls squad. Other runners were Emerick (16:02), Lisa Hamilton (17:06), Melissa Nisse (17:44), Scramlin (17:44), Kathryn Carney (19:14), Stephanie Hoffman (19:37), Silsbee (19:42) and Trisha Carney (26:00). Wilson had a record-setting two-mile time of 13:45 for the boys. Other runners included Justin Sealy (14:01), Balcom (14:08), Scott (14:35), Phenix (14:36), Andrew Cook (14:51), Daniel Sealy (15:41), Andrew Kenyen (17:04), Patrick Bueker (14:19), Andrew Gaber (18:52), Joel Drallette (19:07), Mark Rodriguez (19:13), Jeremy Dunn (19:23) and Kyle Pash (25:03). Justin Sealy set the club record and led his team to their first trophy of the season. (Photo provided) Congratulations... You’re Getting Married! You have enough to think about for your wedding, let us help you choose beautiful invitations and accessories. Char otte thograph nc. A Division of J-Ad Graphics 144 S. Cochran Ave. • Charlotte, MI (517) 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 Due to ill health, Edith Yore, will sell at auction her large selection of antiques, collectibles, and household goods. Located at: Maple Leaf Grange on M-66 between Assyria and Nashville, ML Saturday, October 4, 1997 Starting at 10:00 AM ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES: Chairs, end tables, china cabinet, trunk, full size bed, twin beds, and frames, dressers, chest of drawers, parlor table, dining table, pictures, and frames, old canes, sets of china, and a huge assort­ ment of glassware including; figurines, dishes, vases, with some Hobb Nail, Roseville, occupied Japan, and Hummel children’s toys and games, one full size woven bed spread dated 1841, quilts, butter bowls, baskets, pictures, childs porch rocker, swing, old rockers, and much much more. ANTIQUE/COLLECTIBLE JEWELRY: A large collection of old jewelry including earrings, pins, necklaces, bracelets, rings, and old watches and more. MISCELLANEOUS: Bedding, table linen, dishes, server's sets, pots, pans, cookers, clothing, purses, hats, and much much more. Personal Representative James Yore. Auctioneers... Friendly Fred Hinkley and Larry Austad Phone: 616-763-2909 Auctioneers Note: This is an extremely large sale with too many items to list individually. You need to see to appreciate. Terms of Sale: Items must be paid for on day of sale with cash, Traveler’s checks or Michigan checks only. Food concession at the sale site. Added to sale 1969 Austin Healey Convertible, Partially restored, runs good. Watch for the Large Auction Sign �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, September 30, 1997 — Page 12 Veteran Jordan Graham is pig for smooch contest winner football game have been according to his family. This will be Jordan's third short, and many haven't had kissing session at the Maple the chance to get to know Jor­ Valley's Homecoming cele­ dan, so the Maple Valley bration. Past receivers of his News gave the Graham family smooches are Band Director a call last week and paid their Dennis VanderHoef and Ver- pet a visit. montville's hardware expert, Though loved by the entire family, he really belongs to Doug Durkee. Most of his visits to the Jason, who with the support of his mom and dad, adopted his four-legged friend when Jordan was just eight weeks old. "I always wanted a pig," said Jason, "but a farm pig would get too big and any­ way, he is much more excit­ ing than a dog!" Mom Debbie Graham added that she too loves animals and had pets as a child, but normal ones! Jordan, a miniature version of the Vietnamese Pot Belly, now tops the scales at 45 pounds and is about as big as he will ever get. He wanders about the house much like a dog or cat and has even ac­ companied Steve, Debbie and the rest of their brood on vaca­ tion. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Maple Valley's annual "Kiss The Pig" contest is un­ der way and some lucky con­ testant will be puckering up in front of fans in just a few weeks. The pig? It's Jordan Jay Graham, an old pro at this, Meet Jordan Jay Graham! Some lucky “Kiss The Pig" contestant will puckering up for this little cutie in just a few weeks in front of Maple Valley Lion fans. This handsome young man with him is owner, Jason Graham. "We take him camping," she said. "And usually our camp site is flooded with cu­ rious people." She added that vacations with a pig are no different than those with any other pet, he is on a leash and takes everything in stride. In fact, he is probably better behaved when everyone is around. It's the moments alone that Jordan seems to find trouble! household for years and won't be a bit shy when he arrives at the Homecoming game this year. "He really is quite smart,” said Debbie, "and remembers where things are." She added that it didn't take long to learn to open cupboard doors when left home alone. "He learned really fast and would just help himself to treats when we weren't home," she said. "We would come home to quite a mess and it didn't take long to rearrange the kitchen cupboards. The ce­ real and crackers are now well out ofreach!" Jordan also has a fetish for gum (contestants might want to put a stick in their pock­ ets). He learned very quickly to go though pockets and gym bags to find this treat! "Shawn (Jason's older brother) will come in after school and set his gym bag down, and before you know it, u I always wanted a pig, but a farm pig would get too big and anyway, he is much more exciting than a dog! — Jason Graham Jordan has rutted through clothes to find his gum," said Debbie. "He also goes through the pockets of Steve'ss (the dad's) work pants for treats." Though he can be a bit naughty at times, like when he takes off for the nearest mud puddle or the garden, where he loves to sample tomatoes, this little guy is also very loving and can often be found next to Jason on the couch where the two watch, television together. He also likes to snuggle under the covers at night. "There is actually a race for See Pig contest, P. 10 |imSSSmSS8^SSSSSSS«ESSSg Boneless Skinless ijj, Breasts 1 b bj L Fresh Sliced Troyers Beef Liver Bulk Bacon ggsssssssssssssssssss:: Stuffed ound Beet Porkchops From Chuck 4 Oz., IGA Pieces & Stems IGA Mushrooms Canned vegs. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 41 — Tuesday, October 7, 1997 Maple Valley school election recount set for October 9 by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer The Barry County Board of Canvassers will meet at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, to de­ cide whether the results of successful Maple Valley school bond proposal were valid. This proposal, the first bond Maple Valley voters have approved since its con­ solidation more than 30 years ago, will provide new class­ rooms, science labs and other improvements in the district, and eliminate the need for portable classrooms. The cost to taxpayers there will be $8.6 million for up to 30 years. The final tally showed that of the 1,387 voters in-the dis­ trict, 706 said yes, taking the election by 25 votes. Ironi­ cally, a similar proposal was turned down by Maple Valley voters last spring, by a small margin of just 52 votes. Is 25 votes worthy of a << It’s every citizen’s right to verify the count. I think, however, with paper ballots, the margin for error is very small. Our election workers are very well trained and very careful. — Clark Volz challenge? The taxpayer who filed the petition for the re­ count, Barry County Com­ missioner Tim Burd, said that he felt it wasn't that large a margin. Burd didn't do so be­ cause he felt anyone was dis­ honest, he just wanted to be sure that things were done ac­ curately. "That's just 13 votes either way," he said during an inter­ view. "And this election was done with paper ballots. Any­ one can make a mistake." Burd, who also requested a recount in 1992 when he lost his first County Board of Commissioners race to Orvin Moore by four votes, said that when canvassers meet at the commissioners' chambers Oct. 9, they will determine if ballots were properly secured, and then begin counting them on by one. Each also will be reviewed to see if they were marked correctly. Any marked incorrectly can be challenged as a valid vote. Vermontville Fire Department will hold open house Oct. 8 The Vermontville Fire Department again will hold its annual open house Wednes­ day, Oct. 8, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the fire department. This is in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week which is Oct. 5-11. This year’s theme is “Know when to go! React fast to fire!” The firefighters of the department will be handing out pamphlets, answering questions, showing some of the equipment, and running some games, as well as serv­ ing up cider and doughnuts. In the past, they have had great participation from families in the area who’ve came down to enjoy the night of festive firefighting. This year, they will have a special feature that hasn’t been there before — 91 1. This is a service put on by the 911 system representatives who will be on hand to answer questions and hand out brochures and pamphlets, Also, they will be bringing along and MDT, which is us­ ed in ambulances and police vehicles and some fire departments. The Vermontville Fire Department is comprised of 25 volunteers from the Ver­ montville area. They are not only firefighters, but also are first responders and emergen- cy medical technicians (EMTs). To be a firefighter, you need to complete successfully 225 hours of training through the Michigan Fire Training • Council. These classes run from the early fall into the spring with graduation in the spring. To become a first responder, you need 66 hours of schooling and some prac­ tical training. For an EMT it’s 120 hours of schooling and 40 hours of practical. Vermontville Fire Depart­ ment is always looking for in­ terested people who want to volunteer. How do school officials feel about the challenge? Superin­ tendent Clark Volz was also contacted about the recount and said that he felt it "just routine." "It's every citizen's right to verify the count," he said. "I think, however, with paper ballots, the margin for error is very small. Our election workers are very well trained and very careful." He also said that he cer­ tainly was not offended by Burd's persistence to verify the election. "I'm not offended," he said. "I am glad that we all live in a country that allows that." He added that those who were involved in the process need to keep in mind the pur­ pose behind an election. When finished, if it is de­ termined that the bond issue did indeed pass, Maple Valley officials will proceed with plans for renovations and plan to involve the public in the decision making process. When recounted, if nay votes exceed those who.said yes, there will be no addi­ tional millage levied in the district at this point, but Maple Valley officials could revise their proposal and ask voters for their support again in 45 days. The savings to area taxpay­ ers, according to Burd, is well worth signing his name to the petition requesting the re­ count. "For a savings of almost nine million dollars, I felt we could give it a shot!" he said. Mason resigns Vermontville position After an abrupt resignation from Bill Mason last Thurs­ day, Vermontville Council members are faced with find­ ing a replacement. Mason, a six-year veteran, including four years as village president, said that as of last Thursday he had "just too many irons in the fire." "I just couldn't give it the hours required any more," he said following the meeting. "There have been so many changes and there is now so much paper work and bureau­ cracy. I didn't feel that I could give it the time needed to do a good job." Most would agree that there have been many changes since Mason first became involved with village government. He began his tenure in 1980 and served for four years as village president. He lost an election in 1984 to current President Sue Villanueva. He ran again in 1996 for a four-year term on the council and succeeded,, but soon found that with other obligations, council sometimes took a back seat. "I am president of our local Lions Club, and district and state chairman of the Youth Exchange Program," he said. "I'm also really involved with the Congregational Church. I was feeling like I was in­ volved in to many things." Mason's term would have ended in the year 2000. An appointee would serve as such until March 1, 1998. At that time a two year term would be Bill Mason on the ballot. Those interested in serving on council can contact the vil­ lage office for details. Junior Farmers observe 4-H Week by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Some members of the Ver­ montville Jr. Farmers will have their favorite projects, and highlights of their 4-H experiences on display at the Vermontville Public Library for National 4-H Week. (Oct. 5-11). The display is an opportu­ nity, according to one area leader, to learn "life skills" and gain confidence and a way to let others know just what 4-H is all about. Sarah Pierce, administrative leader of the Vermontville Jr. Farmers, said she has watched many area kids grow with the 4-H program - through the years, and it is much more than just bringing home an award from the county fair. A scene from lost year's Vermontville Fire Department open house. "I am very grateful that this bond issue passed, for the sake of kids," he said. "But the whole idea wasn't to win, it was to find out what the voters wanted." Barry County Clerk Nancy Boersma said the Board of Canvassers always meets the day after an election to verify that workers have completed information on the election correctly. When members meet for the second time next week, they will review each ballot and re-tally votes. Those attending may chal­ lenge any vote cast if there is a valid reason. The board is made up of two Republicans and two Democrats, appointed by the County Board of Commis­ sioners. "It goes way beyond just that blue ribbon," she said. "Some of the bigger rewards are learning responsibility and commitment." Some will recognize these kids' names and faces from the concession stand at Charlotte's Craft Show, or as "painters" helping to revitalize Maple Valley playground equipment, or from the petting zoo during Syrup Festival weekend. That particular event, sponsored by See Jr. Farmers, P. 2 In This Issue • Nashville teen returns from summer visit to ‘Down Under’ • Baseball facility may be built in Vermontville Village • Pickards honored for years of service to 4-H programs • Lions remain unbeaten in grid action �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 7, 1997 — Page 2 JR. FARMERS, continued from front page— Association, nnas beenjjarrofme Jr. Farmers'_ routine rio^for more than so much more to 4-H than one can digest by seeing completed sewing, cooking, and 25 years.. According to Pierce, there is craft projects. Besides the community service projects. there are hay rides, parties and the annual campout at the Eaton County Fair, complete with fireside stories. Those events bond members and moms and dads, making the group more of a family than just a club. The Jr. Farmers now are warming up to the start of an­ other year, getting ready to start winter projects, elect new officers and recruit new mem­ bers. Maple Valley News spoke with two of those members about their 4-H years and the effect it has had on their lives. Amy Parish is a name that most recognize around the fairgrounds. She began her "career" in 4-H ten years ago, and it was her mom's idea re­ You don't have to have an animal to be involved in 4-H. Sewing, cooking, wood working and crafts are among some of the favorite non-livestock projects. ally. "It was my mom who got us all started. "She said, 'get in the car' one night and we went to our first 4-H meet­ ing," said the recent graduate of Maple Valley High. Sister Sara has a much dif­ ferent recollection of the event, claiming that what re­ ally got them started was a good looking boy who showed rabbits. , Regardless of how they got into the 4-H scene, once there, the whole family became in­ volved. Dad became the elec­ trician at the fairgrounds for The Vermontville Jr. Farmers are involved in many events throughout the year like the parade at syrup festival time. Yes, they are even tug of war champs! Games like tug of war are planned each year ear at a the end of fair week and a fun way to wind down following show and sale days. VJF kids are quite the champions in this event!! the week, both grandmothers and Uncle Paul Williams be­ came project leaders, and mom ran the taxi. She kept every­ one going in the right direc­ tion at the right time and managed to get them all to the fair with completed projects. "There were a lot of fun things that we did with our rabbits through the years, like the fashion show at the fair," said Amy. "My Grandma Williams always made clothes for the bunnies for the fashion show." Mom, (Betsy) said that from what she recalls, none of the bunnies were particularly cooperative for that event, but it was always a lot of fun. Because of her dad's job dur­ ing the week of the fair, it was only natural that the Parish family would camp out with the rest of the Jr. Farm­ ers group. Campers, tents and even cattle trailers are used as a place to sleep during what is usually the hottest week in July, and there is always lots of entertainment. "Boy can I tell you stories about fair week," laughed Betsy. "There was the year of the tornado, and one year when a horse went right out from under one of the sheriffs posse members, and then there was the fire cracker incident." Some years were much more entertaining than others. Some of it had something to More important, however, do with projects. One of Amy's favorites was cake dec­ was what she had learned from her years with 4-H. The fa­ orating. Cause I like to eat the mous saying, "If you don't do frosting, I went to the fair the work you don't reap the with blue lips," she said. Continued next page— This group always gets together just prior to fair week to begin putting together a booth that will hold their projects and ribbons for all to see when touring the fair. Looks like a good time doesn't it! BSBfiS JSBKa®®8®Ja ediB ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship.......... ........ 11 Evening Worship.... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting........ ........ 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM Sunday School...... 9:45 a.m. Momshlp Worship ..11 a.m. E.vening Service... .... 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline. Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service............. 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11a.m. P.M. Worship ....... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening Worship............................. 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship........... 11 a.m. Church School............... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time After Worship REV. ERIC LISON SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Comer of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday a.m. Worship............. 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship........ 6:00 p.m. Wed. Evening at 7:00 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration... 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone 517-852-9228 8593 Cloverdale Road GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service............ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School............ 10:00 a.m Fellowship Time....... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class........................... 10:50 PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN (’A ml. 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Service................................ 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service................................. 7 PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT ST. CYRIL CATHOLIC CHURCH ST. ANDREW'S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) 9 a.m. Holy Communion 1st and 3rd Sundays. Morning Prayer 2nd & 4th Sundays. 1928 prayer book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwlck, Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service.. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Service 6:00 p.m. Wed. Eve. Service..7:00 p.m AWANA.7:00-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH 2K0 N. Main St., Vermontville VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville Sunday School............... 10 a.m. Church Service............... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF. HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Mania Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday. October 7. 1997 — Page 3 From previous page— benefits,* is a favorite at her house. "I can tell you personally that you can't start your pro­ jects the week before fair, it just doesn't work," she said. Jami Roll also has learned a lot though 4-H. Unlike Amy Parish, she didn’t start as a youngster, she began at the age of 16, and decided shortly after joining the Jr. Farmers' group that it was even more fun than she had imagined. "I didn't get started until then, but I knew a lot about 4-H from my best friend, Laura Hillard," she said. "I had visited the fair a few times and always wanted to be part of a club." She added, "I always thought the fair was hot dogs and rides. Now I know what it is really about!" Roll’s family moved to Nashville just two years ago, and once on the farm on Maple Grove Road, there were plans for all kinds of critters to go to the fair. "We got acquainted with the club really quick and now they are all like family," said Jami. Her mother, Ronda, agreed, and said that she often told her children stories about her 4-H days. It didn't take long after getting started that she decided that not only would the kids be part of this group, but she and dad would also do their part. Ronda plans to become a leader in the near future, hop­ ing to pass on some of her sewing and cooking skills to youngsters. In the short time that the Roll family has been in­ volved, Jami has had loads of fun, and she said that anyone with the room and energy for a beef project should try get­ ting ready for the fair. She will never forget that first year. "Believe me, beef cows have a personality of their own," she laughed. "No mat­ ter how hard you work, if they don’t want to cooperate, they simply won't do anything you want them to." She said that after purchas­ ing her heifer "Cola," she worked diligently to get ready for the fair. There was scrub­ bing, clipping and hours of work with a halter and show stick. When show day came around, however, Cola danced and pranced. That didn't discourage this teen, however, when the 1997 fair rolled around she had de­ cided that what ever happened she would take in stride, and she did. "If I were to give advice concerning getting ready for the fair I’d have to say just re­ lax and have fun," she said. ""Always do your best but don't forget to have fun." That second time around, she raised a steer and sold him at auction. Jami made enough money to purchase her first car. In fact, there were two steers at the Roll household, and they were what she de­ scribed as double trouble." Jami said that more than anything else, being in 4-H has helped her to build self confidence. "And it helps a lot to have a great leader,” she said. "Jay Hillard always told us how proud he was of what we learned, and that what we learned was much more reward that the ribbons we received." Jamie and Amy will both have just one more fair season under they're belts while still eligible for 4-H. They both plan to return as leaders some day and hope to make a differ­ ence in other youngsters lives like Jr. Farmers has made in theirs. Many clubs in both Eaton and Barry County are currently taking new members and looking for more parent vol­ unteers. Those families interested in getting involved in Eaton County can call Sarah Pierce at 726-0431, or the Eaton County Cooperative Exten­ sion Office at 543-2310. In Barry County, perspec­ tive members can call the Ex­ tension office at 948-4862. 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Congregational Church in Vermontville Ij I JR FREE MEAL Serving Swiss Steak Free Entertainment! Come one, Come All! Sponsored by Vermontville Lions Club Ph. 726-0670 FOR RESERVATIONS FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville-852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER FDIC INSURED OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:80, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 7, 1997 — Page 4 Nashville teen returns from summer visit to ‘Down Under’ by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Jane Spears had always wanted to travel abroad, and this past summer her dreams came true. Before the end of an eightweek journey, the 16-year-old from Nashville had visited both Australia and New Zealand, as the house guest of three different families. It all started when her mother ran into Vermontville Lion Club member Bill Mason at the high school. "At a volleyball game, ac- tually," Jane said. "I had gotten a letter from a group called 'People To People.' They were recruiting teens and adults for a tour of Australia, but with a pretty strict itinerary." She said plans included stops at some big tourist attractions, but each stop was for only a day, and then the group would move on. There would be no time to get to know individuals or more per­ sonal aspects of the country. Mason suggested to Cathy Spears that her daughter take part in the Lions Exchange program. with She could travel other teens, stay with host families, each for at least two weeks, and the trip would be less expensive than other exchange programs. "I was so excited when Mom and Dad agreed to let me go/' Jane said. "I could see what the country was really like, and it was a great trip." Even the plane ride was ex­ citing. She had never ridden in a plane before this trip and was ecstatic when given a window seat. Her photo al- - bum now contains many pic tures taken from her view over the top o of the wing of that jumbo jet. Virgil Currier — October 20, 1996 — Do you have an eternal candle? My father's grave used to. Until you took it. That really takes a lot of nerve. That light | was finally giving me a little peace of mind after losing my dad less than 1 year ago. A candle has fire, you never leave fire unattended, it felt as if there was life ,there 24 hours a day. I would ride by there at night and that light would bring such a peaceful, warm feeling across. God needed my dad to come to heaven and you obviously needed his eternal candle. Now it's dark there again, may some darkness reach you also. — Becky When arriving m Australia, it didn't take long to find her host at the airport. She had corresponded ahead of time and knew what to look for. Through those letters she had also learned that winter in Australia was much different than here, and that her new family had never seen snow. She brought along pictures of winter scenes from home to share with them. "The only snow near where I stayed was on top of a vol­ canic mountain that they said was due to erupt at any time," she said. "Obviously we didn't hang out there!' She said that once her feet were on the ground, she was warmly welcomed, and as soon as she unpacked, she be­ gan seeing what Australia is all about. (SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS3S3SSSSSSSSSSSSSSS9 Often when one thinks of Australia, backwoods, tribes­ men and Crocodile Dundeelike figures come to mind. Surprisingly, most of the people she met were much like those in Michigan, though their accent was a bit unusual. It was probably the wildlife there that made the biggest impression on her. One of her first outings was to an animal sanctuary, where she held koala bfcars, touched kangaroos and saw quite a few crocodiles. Then there was the amuse­ ment park, where she and her Australian brother, Trevor, rode the "Tour of Terror,” which is a roller coaster-type of ride, straight up and down from 38 stories high. And finally,, there was a trip to surfers' paradise, where she took a dip in the ocean, learned body boarding and surfing. "They even go sledding down sand dunes over there," she said. "It was a lot of fun." Her three weeks in Australia soon were over and she was off to New Zealand'where she was able to spend time with some Japanese exchange stu­ Sponsored by GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH (meeting at Maple Valley High School) Nashville, Michigan SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12,1997 dents and take what she de­ scribed as a pretty exciting ride through the mountains. At just 16, a newly licensed driver, it was hard for her to get used to riding with people who drove on "the wrong side of the road" not to mention the narrow mountain roadways that were usually only wide enough for one vehicle. "No way could be make it if you get car sick," she said. "I was afraid to look down!" Another unique experience was meal time. There were nd 10:00 A.M. Not to many teens from around here get the chance to hold a Koala bear or pet a kangaroo. Jane Spears was fortunate enough to go to Australia this summer on a Lions Exchange Program' and got well aquatinted with little guys like this one. 1ft® 1 ® kangaroo burgers like she had notions. feared, but it was a bit differ"Just go -with an open ent than home. Over there it mind," she said. "And when seems that most of the men you get there, go with the Ijcrjli) tai do the cooking. She said that once home it was hard to believe all that was crammed into here sum­ mer vacation. Along with plenty of memories from places most here will never see, she became very close with her host families. She is expecting a visit from .her Australian brother this next winter. "So he can find out what snow is really like," she said. Her advice to other teens who may be considering such an exchange program is to do so, and without preconceived flow. Oh, and remember, it's really us (Americans) who have the funny accent!" Color Tou Coming Soon on the GUN LAKE PRINCESS. Call for reservation's. Toll free 1-888-557-7775 PANCAKE BREAKFAST Free will donation with all proceeds going to the Maple Valley Track Club 11:00 A.M. RICK STANLEY Listen as one of America's most respected and anointed Evangelists shares his story of being Elvis Presley's step brother. Rick uses his personal experiences to address the relevant issues of drug abuse and alcohol with today's teens and adults. • 1950's - 60's STYLE Homecoming celebration for the community • Doorprizes for the best 50's and 60's outfits • Enjoy the classic cars displayed in the parking lot 9 Wear your high schpo! varsityjacket, bring your year books • Drag out those poodle skirts, saddle shoes and hula hoops BE THERE OR BE SQUARE! Help Wanted HELP WANTED- Construc­ tions workers, starting pay at $9 $11 depending on experience. Must have own hand tools and transportation. Phone 616-367-4225 or 616-367-4224, leave a message and we will return your call. HOME HELP AID Progres­ sive health department seeking qualified applicants for part time positions. Must have reliable transportation. Send interest letter to; Barry Eaton District Health Department, 528 Beach St, Charlotte, MI 48813. Atten­ tion: Personnel Department. EOE._______________________ Reserve your booth today for the: 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education ” 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show Saturday, Oct. 18, 1997 10 AM to 4:30 PM Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, MI 49096 Phone: 517-852-2145 LOCAL SHORT HAUL CARRIER Seeking company drivers, home every night tad every weekend. Clean MVR, three years experience. Full time with full benefits. Call between 8am and 4pm616-877-0003 ext Jll.orJJ^ Booth Size and Rates: VX-MJ) 8’x4’ -$35.00 8’xl0’ - $45.00 Limited 4’xl2’ - $40.00 Mi Pi it stka Stu Wit lt|B| *!■«, �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 7, 1997 — Page 5 Obituaries Local man is monument sponsor Robert C. De NASHVILLE - Robert C. Dean, 68, of Nashville passed away Monday, September 29, 1997 at Pennock Hospital. Mr. Dean was born on March 8, 1929 in Kalamazoo, the son of William and Evelyn (Wright) Dean. He attended Nashville Schools and married Dorene Cutcher on May 24, 1956 in Nashville. Mr. Dean was a tool & die setter for Lake Odessa Machine Products retiring as roreman in 1992. Other employment included; tireman "or Crandell Trucking in Char­ lotte, the Cuyler Trucking in Nashville, and Tire Recappers in Lansing. He was a member of the Barry County Antique Tractor Association. He enjoyed spear fishing for Pike & Musky, designing & building metal objects, working in his work­ shop, watching game shows on T.V., and working crossword puzzles. Mr. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, William & Evelyn Dean. Mr. Dean is survived by his wife, Dorene; two daughters, Marilyn (Glen) Wagner of Nashville, Susan (Keith) Baker of Olivet; one son, William R. (Nora) Dean of Nashville; six grandchildren, Jacki, Jack, Bethany, Katlin, P.J., and Amber; brother, Ronald (Beth) Dean of Nashville. Funeral Services were held Thursday, October 2, 1997 at the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville, the Reverend Mark Woodbury officiated. Cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Hospice. . Thomas P. Williams of Vermontville recently became a founding sponsor of the Michigan Vietnam Monument. Williams participated in the campaign to raise funds to build the monument in Lans­ ing on the State Capitol grounds. The Vietnam Monument is well on its way to reaching its fund-raising goal of $2.3 million. The names of all founding sponsors will be listed in the Founding Sponsor Registry, which will be main­ tained at the Michigan Depart­ ment of Military and Veterans Affairs in Lansing. The Vietnam Monument will be the first project to be located in the proposed Michigan All Veterans Park to be located directly behind the State Capitol and in line with the Michigan Historical Library and Museum. The monument will radiate strength, dignity-and tension, characteristics of the era and the veterans who served. The design integrates a 108-foot long, eight-foot high are of steel raised three feet about the ground supported at each end by concrete piers. The names of the 2,649 persons from Michigan who died in the Vietnam War will be in­ scribed on panels fastened to the arc. The back of the panels will reflect other era-related events and issues. The project is a collabora­ tion between the public and private sectors in honoring and celebrating the patriotism of Michigan citizens who served, suffered, died, were imprisoned or are missing because of America’s longest, most controversial war. It will provide an educational and historical legacy to children and future generations with regard to the real price of war. The grounds will offer a place of quiet reflection and provide a sense of closure for Michigan’s Vietnam veterans and their families. Recreation A BEAUTIFUL 37FT. 5th wheel, slightly used, triple slides, washer, dryer, all options, deluxe.. Sacrifice. 616-962-4580. Thomas Joseph Jones CHARLOTTE Thomas Joseph Jones, age 89, of Char­ lotte, passed away Friday, October 3, 1997. Mr. Jones was bom May 13, 1908 in Eaton County, the son of Clinton and Eva (Shirts) Jones. He was in the United States Navy during World War n. He was married to Buelah Greenman Bowers on Septem­ ber 26, 1952. Mr. Jones was an Electrician for Indiana and Michigan; Electric Company for 20 years. He was a member of the 7.F.W. #720 in Phoenix, Arizona and a 50 year member of the International Brother- Let Us Do Your Home Work hood of Electrical Workers. He also enjoyed fishing. Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 45 years, Beulah; five step grandchildren; eight step great grandchildren; one sister, Grace Miller of Charlotte; one nephew, Wellington (Bill) Miller of Hastings and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 6,1997 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlot­ te. Reverend George Fleming officiated. Interment took place in Deepdale Memorial Park in Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Manor Nurses and Aides. Edith J. Malipsey. VERMONTVILLE - Edith J. Malipsey, 68, of Vermont­ ville passed away Sunday, October 5, 1997. She was bom on April 16, 1929 in Louisiana, the daught­ er of William and Ruth (Brown) Lakoda. She was a kind and compas­ sionate lady who worked as a nurse’s aide in home health care for many years. She was a member of the Nashville VFW Auxiliary and a 40 year member of the Hast­ ings Loyal Order of Moose. She was preceded in death by one son, Leonard in 1977. Mrs. Malipsey is survived by her husband, Leonard; one son, Chester (Carol) Gasik of California; one granddaughter; and two brothers, Jesse Lakoda of Texas and Gerald Lakoda of Illinois. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 7 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 8, 1997 at 11:00 am at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. George Fleming officiating. Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Hastings City Bank can help you get your home work done. 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There are many volunteers like Bill and Darlene Pickard who give of their time to support the local 4-H program. This arti­ cle is a tribute to that couple, and to others who make 4-H in Barry County what it is to­ office staff. That list also includes 4-H leaders such as Bill and Darlene Pickard, who were honored that evening for more than 25 years as 4-H leaders. "They have been a driving force for the Welcome Comers 4-H Club, formerly the Freeport Rogers, for many years," said Kathy Garrison before introducing the Pickards to her audience. "They have worked as leaders in beef, gardening, sewing and other areas. Sometimes they were learning at the same time as club members." day. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer "I pledge my head to clearer thinking, my heart to greater loyalty, my hands to larger to service and my health to better living for my club, my com­ munity, my country and my world." Those words spoken at the beginning of this year's 4-H Livestock Appreciation Banquet by Welcome Comers member Nicole Carpenter set the scene for an evening filled with expressions of thanks to area buyers and adult volun­ teers who made this year's sale booth projects. Bill, often found in the Beef bam, and despite being diag­ nosed with cancer last year, continues to strive to make the beef show a success. "He attended this year's beef show from beginning to end, sacrificing his own comfort to support the beef showmen," said Garrison. "It was a sym­ bol of his unending respect for the hard work of Barry County Though the list of projects goes on and on, most will remember them, however, as beef leaders. Many area 4-Hers visit the Pickard farm every year to purchase steers for the Barry County Fair. This family is also big on entertainment, and often is host for potluck suppers and hay rides for the Welcome Comers club. And on fair week? possible. The list of "Sale ThankYous" grows each year, in­ cluding local businesses, 4-Hers." They have also been de­ scribed as "generous and sin­ cere by fellow 4-H leaders like Dave Furrow, who works alongside Bill each year with Welcome Comers beef pro­ jects. Furrow, who has been co.beef leader in what has be­ come the largest beef club in Barry County said that he credits the Pickards for the success of the club. "They are the most gener­ ous people on earth," he said. "Both always have time for anything to do with 4-H." The following coaching position for winter 1997-98 is open in the Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School. —8th Grade Volleyball— Anyone interested in being considered a candiate for this position should apply in writing to Athletic Director, Rick Arnett no later than Friday Oct. 17, 1997 by 3:00 p.m. * THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) ® dearer !*'•'!!! Hijirrfic ;. Si'jijf Barry County Commission on Aging menu '••'•'•tri1 ijiMii'fiiS!! iaiiii'!1!11' i, iiSiiiiii!1! i iiiiii!1! ».!!!! Wednesday, Oct. 8 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS" He added that he felt their generosity and willingness to include everyone who wanted to be in 4-H into the club was the reason that Welcome Comers has grown so much. "Most has had to do with them," he said. "They have always welcomed new mem­ bers and devoted so much of their time." After 25 years as leaders and with grown children, some might think that the Pickards would hand the reigns over to someone else. But they love 4-H and what it stands for. Their children, now grown with kids of their own have also become 4-H leaders, in­ spired by their parents' dedica­ tion. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate A. . x f Bill and Darlene Pickard were recently honored by fellow 4-Hr‘s for many years of dedication to the Barry County 4-H program. There to present them with the award in front of over 300 4-H members and parents was Welcome Corner's member Kathy Garrison. • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) Joan & Homer Winegar Eves. 726-0223 ‘ Home Warranty Available Nyle Wells............. ............ 726-1234 . Chicken and rice casserole, green beans, stewed tomatoes, cookie, bread, margarine. Thursday, Oct. 9 Sloppy joe, O’Brien potatoes, com, tropical fruit, bun. The 4-H Pledge displayed on this banner is recited throughout the year by local 4-H members and their leaders. The Pickards, like many other 4-H families take this pledge seriously and donate many hours of service to the community. Friday, Oct. 10 PRICE REDUCED!! NEXT TO PARK 2 IN IN VERMONTVILLE ■ NICE 3 BED­ IN NASHVILLE ON APPROX. 1% VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 ACRES - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." 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Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE LOTS NEAR NASHVUE - $11,900 NASHVILLE-3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH NASHVILLE - Cute 2 bedroom each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. Rteacretenrtlhy omre Recently s rem<~ 'm^<j~^ ^ ^fWvd. 3 faWvdo. Ideal starter hom'^j^3a possibility home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the Call Nyle. (VL-52) Tuesday, Oct. 14 3 Events 2.7 ACRE BUILDING LOT BETWEEN HASTINGS Monday, Oct. 13 Chicken cordon wIgravy, baked potato, broccoli, cookie, bread, margarine. Mostacolli, w/meat sauce, coleslaw, cream com, ap­ plesauce, garlic bread. appointment or more details. (N-71) NASHVILLE AND Ground beef stew, lima beans, tossed salad, cherry cobbler, bread, margarine. for "no 9->wn” financing. "Move-in" at close. (N-59) details! Wednesday, Oct. 8 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Oct. 9 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Oct. 10 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Oct. 13 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 14 — Trip to historic Bowens Mills. Miscellaneous FREEZER BEEF: Grain fed, weighs on Pittman Farm. Good references 517-73^1135/. 3 We want to THANK the Lord for our — j great family that gave us our 50th E 3 anniversary party. Also our friends and [ 3 relatives for the cards, gifts and helping I 2 2 us celebrate. We really appreciated the 1 ] personal messages and pictures wej 3 received. 1 { I Thanks again, E Ray & Esther Grant E �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 7, 1997 — Page 7 Baseball facility may be built in Vermontville Village by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Though not yet a "done deal," Vermontville residents may soon see a new baseball facility. Plans depend on an agree­ ment between the village council and a local developer. Ed Atherton, representing A & J Investment Company, presented the council last week with a proposal that would provide a "gift" of six acres of land on Allegan Road to the village in exchange for sewer and water extensions. The investor has 26 acres there, all within the village limits, which he intends to split and sell for residential development. According to Atherton, this is the second such proposal that he has presented to Ver­ montville officials, one he feels could benefit the village. He said that when considering returns on tax revenue, special assessments and sewer connec­ tion fees, the village could ac­ tually make money on the "deal." His plan, which includes the sale of eight additional building lots, all of various sizes, would cost about $31,000 for public utility ex­ tensions. "The investment could be recovered and the village could make money," he said. "There would be private connections to eight lots for building that would bring $8,000, and then the village could form a spe­ cial assessment district for the project, with the property owners paying half," he said. Atherton added, "Once homes are on the property, the village tax base would be in­ creased. Assuming all eight lots would bear a house in four years, taxes collected in increased value would be $9000." His estimate is based on $30,000 in assessed values and the 15 mills levied in the village. Atherton said that he would also benefit from such a pro­ posal by offering lots with sewer and water. They would be more favorable to potential purchasers than just a well and septic. His offer brought about many questions, like what kind of homes would be al­ lowed on the lots, and safety issues if ball diamonds were to be moved to the outskirts of town. Some are concerned over single-wide mobile homes if such a deal were struck. "We’re (meaning A & J In­ vestment) not planning to put those in, but we don't want to take part in addressing that problem, the village should," he said. There are enough problems involved in the sale of a home without creating new ones!" Right now there are no zon­ ing provisions in Ver­ montville that prohibit single­ wide mobile homes, and ac­ cording to Village President Sue Villanueva, she doesn't intend to change that. "We can't discriminate," she said. Atherton said that when placing homes on lots, it was the policy of A & J Invest­ ment that all would be HUD .or BOCCA approved. He thought, however, that after investigating the market that more individuals were looking for vacant lots and intended to sell these parcels "unim­ proved." The big question is, what about the ball field? Would those not used be abandoned, and would it be practical to move facilities to the edge of town? Village officials said that they have discussed the conditions of those fields now in use, including a shortage of parking, and had been looking at other options. Atherton's deal may be the answer. "Before we discussed this option, we had been talking about the sale of what is now the 2nd Street ball field," said Rod Harmon. Villanueva added, "There is Wednesday, Oct. 8 Chicken fries, roll honey, baked beans, halves. and pear Thursday, Oct. 9 Cheese pizza, potato wedge, applesauce, trail mix. Friday, Oct. 10 Taco, com, fruit cocktail, churro. Monday, Oct. 13 Nachos, pretzel rod, green beans, pear halves. Tuesday, Oct. 14 Burrito, carrot and celery sticks, oranges, cookie. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu two — garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. Maple Valley Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 8 Chicken fries, roll and honey, peas, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. there (at the new facility) in one area," she said. "It could be more like a sports facility. Mr. Atherton is giving us the opportunity to have such a fa­ cility with space for rest rooms, parking and conces­ sions." She added that she felt the area could be fenced in the fu­ ture, and lighting could be added if funds were available, making it even more desir­ able. An unidentified man in the audience also defended the vil­ lage's position, saying that problems exist at the 2nd Street location because of space limitations. Among those are broken windows. Though no contracts have been signed, village officials continue to negotiate with A & J Investment and are trying to locate grant money to fund such a project. Congratulations... You ’re Getting Married! You have enough to think about for your wedding, let us help you choose beautiful invitations and accessories. School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu limited parking there, no rest rooms and kids are running back and forth. There have been no accidents reported, but plenty of close calls." At least one citizen ques­ tioned whether moving the field would eliminate prob­ lems orjust create new ones. "Why eliminate traffic prob­ lems downtown to have cars running up and down Allegan Road?" he asked. "And what about those kids whose par­ ents work? They may be rid­ ing bicycles back and forth through that traffic." He added, "There seems to be plenty of room at the pre­ sent ball fields." Councilwomen Tammy Christensen said that there is­ n't enough room. This new facility would provide many extras that are not possible at the present 2nd Street field. "We can contain everything Tuesday, Oct. 14 Choose one — wet burrito, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, baked beans, fresh fruit, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Lptte p thograph no. A Division of J-Ad G aphics 144 S. Cochran Ave. • Charlotte, MI (517) 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 Thursday, Oct. 9 Cheese pizza, green beans, applesauce, trail mix, 1/2 pt. milk. Fall Values Friday, Oct. 10 Taco, whole kernel com, fruit cocktail, churro, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Oct. 13 Nachos, green beans, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Oct. 14 Burrito, carrot sticks, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. 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We like our Maple Valley community. We want our children (they are girls) going here, but not just because we have affirmative action (same amount of sports offered for boys and girls). We want them to learn, excel, become better in whatever sport they want to do. If us, as community members, let our girls’ sports programs continue as they are. What are we saying to these young Lady Lions? We are saying, “just participate, you do not need to get better, you do not need to achieve, just participate.’’ We appreciate Gary Hamilton (grades 9-12 Lady Lions track coach), Sandy Briggs (96-97 freshman volleyball coach) and Kevin NEED SOMETHING PRINTED? Color, Block and White... Lots or just a few. Cal!... 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Estate Of NELSON BRUMM fax (617) 726-0060 Non-motorized walkway good idea in Nashville Dear editor: Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile (617) 726-0181 From Our Readers Day - Carpenter MaryAnn and Clarence Pitt of Linwood announce the engagement of their daughter, Suzanne Marie, to Barry William Carpenter, son of Vanessa and Larry Carpenter of Bellevue. The bride-elect graduated from Pinconning High School, and is employed by Meijer’s Inc. of Bay City and her fiance graduated from Maple Valley High School, and is employed by Carpenter Farms of Bellevue. A May 2, 1998 wedding is planned. I was very surprised and pleased to read that Nashville has the opportunity to turn the old railway into a nonmotorized walkway. I think Nashville has a uni­ que opportunity to perhaps be die beginning of turning the railway onto a trail and maybe in time we could have a trail from Vermontville to Hastings and even beyond. My husband and I have en­ joyed using other “rails to trails” paths both here and in Florida. In fact we’re plann­ ing on a few days in the HartMontague area to use the trail there this fall. I also enjoy bik­ ing on the Linear Park path in Battle Creek. Walking and biking are ex­ cellent exercises for both young and old and it would be nice to able to do this in safety and not along the streets and roadways. I certainly hope Nashville has the vision to do what is necessary to bring this about. Shirley Curtis Nashville Fuller children appreciate vote Dear editor: BID REQUEST Pennock Hospital is accepting bids for snow plowing, snow removal, and salting of the entire Hospital Campus including Pennock Village. Bid specifications may be obtained by calling William Cusack, Director of Environmental Services at 948-3349. Bids will be accepted through October 17, 1997. Pennock Hospital reserves the right to refuse any or all bids submitted. PENNOCK HOSPITAL We, the children at Fuller Street Elementary appreciate the people in Vermontville and Nashville who voted “yes” to make our schools and us the best we can be! We have to go to school for a long time yet and we know that Maple Valley residents want the best students and best schools that they can provide. That’s what we call “Maple Valley Pride!” All of us are proud to go to school here. The Classes of 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010 Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment. 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 948-3112 ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and E.O.E. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ bam repairs. 517-726-1347. ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Rost (freshman girls’ basket­ ball coach). They are giving all these young women a chance to excel, giving them the opportunity to do their best, no matter who they are. They motivate them and give them the confidence to try. Jerry Reese and Chris Ricketts have dedicated their time to their varsity girls’ sports and are possibly retir­ ing in the next few years. We are grateful for their many years of dedication. If your daughters want to* play sports after their freshman year, and no changes are made, send them to track, or if a new sport comes in, to that. I am told by our athletic director that our daughters’ high school programs are do­ ing fine. I see and hear dif- ferently. I have voiced my opinion. Parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, friends, adults young and old of Lady Lions playing pat, present and maybe future, call your athletic director, call your principal, call your superintendent, call your board members. If you want to see changes, you need to call. All of our complaining on the sidelines and in our homes will not change anything. I know this has been tried in the past, but, we can only try again. We now have a new principal, new athletic director and new superintendent. The few moments of time you take could make the different this time. Kathy L. Spears Nashville Positive people can rejoice for area kids’ future To the editor: Maple Valley pride shines brightly these days, thanks to some 700 people who saw the light for our schools and our children. Many people who led the crusade for “yes” voters deserve our gratitude for their contributions. They will not soon be forgotten, we are forever indebted. The list is long with positive people who put differences aside for the common goal of our children’s future at Maple Valley. They are to be commended. We appreciate Al McLean for setting up the pins, the ar­ chitects and construction manager for rolling the ball and finally Clark Valz for helping us throw a strike. Maple Valley shines! We will now concentrate on complimenting the plans that have been approved by the people, for the children within our beloved school district. There is light at the end of the tunnel for sure! AH of the positive people should reach out and pat each other on the back. They deserve it and so do our children. The school board and ad­ ministrators will continue to strive for excellence in educa­ tion and community self­ esteem. We should all be pro­ ud to be residents and/or parents in Maple Valley. The M.V. Board of Education Mike Callton Tammy Christensen Alison Avery Frank Dunham Wayne Curtis Tim James Jerry Sessions VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION _____Cleaning: *15.00 201 North Main Street - Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 7, 1997 — Page 9 Housing services group holds meeting w ■!$«.& &&&$ •■X •■Xii ■$Js ■$; jSw sSfl Sfl w K:> ?’’hti h.ti,; *S%/§* *S%,/§**b *b K> Si • 1(10 fSb&N !, ss • •plkiiin “Ri t( «kk 'feaai^UaaH taibi0>*’tWii^ &!«ik, rJ •lLii a"ta ail e « mu kifeltM iCOb itomk W.M te l&ljta ImtaM fahj HMe b*f tint tai rite trouati Imfe The Sunfield Library recently was granted permis­ sion by Library of Michigan to increase the size of the library board from five members to eight with four being appointed each by Sun­ field Village and Sunfield Township. These appointments have all been made and board members now are Beth Hynes, president; Linda Rairigh, vice president; treasurer, Sandy Wells; secretary, Monica Van Houten; members at large Betty Mikols, Kim Duffield, Joann Delong and Mike Phillips. Board meetings are held the third Monday of the month, 7 p.m. at the library. The public is always welcome to attend. Sunfield Library has more EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm 94 The HSEC was created to fill a gap in Eaton County to aid individuals and families who have received all they can from public assistance and still find themselves in a crisis situation. The HSEC received more than 600 requests for assistance during 1996 and by the middle of 1997 that number has already been than books. It subscribes to 50 magazines, including some for children. They can be checked out for three weeks. The library maintain a shared collection of books on tape, large print books and videos and has local history material that can be useful to students writing reports or genealogists researching their families. This material includes copies of the Sunfield Sentinel (on microfilm and hard copy) go­ ing back to 1888, copies of the Sunfield history book, copies of old Sunfield telephone directories, cemetery cen­ suses, a history of the Sunfield Fire Department, and various family histories. Most of these materials can only be used in the library so allow plenty of time for research based on open hours. surpassed. The HSEC is linked with educational institutions, banks, public and private agencies, service clubs and recovery fellowships, to develop and access specializ­ ed training programs to help clients become self-sufficient. 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Some impressive running stats have been collected by M.V. early in the season. Touchdowns have been scored by Jacob Cole (9), Tim Wawiemia (1), Jason Abfalter (1), Jeff Rhodes (3), Nathan Swift (1), Andy Ewing (1) and Troy Sloan (1). Cole has gained 431 yards in just four games. In the throwing department, Adam Watson completed a 17yard pass to Chris Ripley for a touchdown. Justin VanAlstine has caught 4 passes, three from Wawiemia and one from Watson. Wawiemia has thrown to Ken Rose for two points and Watson has hit Ben Hester and Swift for completions. Wawiemia is 5-for-10 for 62 yards, while Watson is 4-for-4 for 61 yards. Eric Goris gives the team a third solid signal­ caller; his season stats are 4for-4 for 46 yards. Abfalter, Rhodes and Sloan have also scored points on MERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. GENERAL LABORS $7.70 hr. progressing to $9.20 hr. Seeking hard working individuals with a stick-to-it work ethic and enthusiastic willingness to work overtime. 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Ad#.1020 MEMPHIS TRANSPLANT Single white male, 26, 5*10”, 165lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, new to the town, enjoys physical fitness, dancing, read­ ing, music, movies, seeks single white female, under 28. Ad#.6677 ADORABLE Outgoing SBM, 35, 6*1”, smoker, occasional drinker, lives in South Haven, interests include sports, movies, plays, hoping to meet SWF, 20-50. Ad#.9991 ADORES HIS KIDS Single white dad, 30, 5*10”, medium build, sandy brown hair, from Battle Creek, enjoys reading, movies, music, home life, seeks sta­ ble single white female, 25-35. Ad#.1611 MUTUAL RESPECT SWM, 45, 5*9”, shy, reserved, heavyset, N/S, professional, communicative, optimistic, lives In I South Haven, likes swimming, long walks on the beach, seeks happy, competent, indepen­ dent SF. Ad#.3001 GREAT CONVERSATION... 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SWM, 20,6'1”, 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, interests include swimming, biking, partying, from South Haven, seeks honest, romantic SWF, 18-23. Ad#.1O77 Shy, reserved, educated single white male, 44, 5'11”, medium build, brown hair/eyes, nonsmoker, seeks slender single white female, under 46, for friendship, possible relationship. Ad#.5236 OPEN-MINDED Single white male, 25,6*, 165lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, affectionate, honest, professional, non-smoker, likes skating, hockey, ey, movies, seeks compatible, slender single female, 2131.Ad#.4256 DON’T WAIT TO CALL DO YOU BELIEVE IN LOVE? BEST THERE IS COMMUNICATE! Shy single white dad, 36, 6’, 170lbs., smok­ er, seeks slender, honest, fun-loving, sponta­ neous single white female, under 38, friend­ ship first. Ad#. 1007 Caring SWM, 22, 6'2”, average-built, N/S, active, professional, lives in Hastings, seeks compatible, outgoing SWF, 19-30, kids are fine. Ad#.9875 Multi-faceted SWM, 28, 5*7”, medium build, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys movies, reading and painting, seeks honest, sincere, faithful SWF, 18-37, slim-medium build. Ad#.1957 Single white female, 34, 33, 5*6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseshoes, camping, fish­ ing, races, sunsets, seeks sincere, emotional­ ly and financially stable single male. Ad#.9797 LOYAL HEARTS ONLY HOW ABOUT US? SW dad, 50, 5*11", average-built, N/S, sort of shy, likes bowling, ball games, biking, dining out, seeks slender SWF, 45-55. Ad#. 1947 LOOKING FOR MRS. RIGHT COULD BE IDEAL LOVE TO SPOIL YOU Reserved SWCM, 31,5’9", medium build, N/S, enjoys going for walks, jogging, movies, fish­ ing, seeking slender SWF, 27-36. Ad#.7575 Heavyset WWWM, 29, 6’, brown hair/eyes, N/S, lives in Plainwell, likes camping, fishing, hiking, dining out, seeks compatible SWF, 2540, kids okay, for possible marriage. Ad#.3598 Cheerful SWF, 19, 5*7”, N/S, non-drinker, adventurous, hobbies include movies, boating, taking walks, seeks open medium-built SWM, 20-26, N/S. Ad#.8237 LAID-BACK ACTIVE GREAT TIMES AWAIT US Single white female, 45, 5*4”, from Battle Creek, enjoys nature, quiet times, seeks friendly single white male, 45-51, for compan­ ionship. Ad#.4736 Single white female, 20, 5'5”, 115lbs., sandy blonde hair, blue eyes, enjoys dancing, social­ izing, good times, seeks nice, humorous single mate, to relate with. Ad#.6594 DREAM WEAVER Hardworking, honest SWCM, 46,5*8", medium build, lives near Hastings, likes the lake, sd-fi movies, searching for compatible SWF, 35-46, N/S, who is slender, kids okay. Ad#.5O85 Fun-loving SWM, 41,5*7”, N/S, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys-sports, being outdoors, seeks caring, sensitive, humorous SWF, 3550.Ad#.2974 . LOTS OF FUN ACCEPT ME FOR ME KIND OF SHY SWM, 18, 5*11", red hair, blue eyes, N/S, enjoys rock and roll, movies, hanging out with friends, seeks SWF, 18, for possible relationship. Ad#.5454 GIVE ME A CALL! HEART OF GOLD Full-figured single black female, 23,5*9”, shy, non-smoker, likes clubbing, beach walks, theme parks, football, seeks tall single male, 23-30, who is a college student. Ad#.7374 IF YOU NEED A FRIEND... Outgoing single white male, 23, 5'8”, 140lbs., blond hair, blue eyes, smoker, non-drinker, resides in Hint, enjoys outdoor activities, movies, cards, seeking slender single female, 18-25. Ad#.439G Shy DWM, 49, 6’2”, slim, brown hair, hazel eyes, smoker, enjoys camping, gardening, the beach, fox hunting, nting, lives in Mi Middleville, seeks slender SWF, 37-45. Ad#.7291 Humorous SW mom, 26, 5*7”, brown hair, hazel eyes, N/S, enjoys hockey, the outdoors, rodeos, seeks medium-built SWM, 24-38, chil­ dren welcome. Ad#.25O3 ENERGETIC YOU DECIDEI SWM, 22, 5*8", N/S, from Middleville, hob­ bies include sports, music, concerts, seeks SWF, 18+, with mutual interests. Ad#.123O SWF, 72, 5'5”, personable, outgoing, N/S, retired, lives in South Haven, enjoys the beach, walking, quiet evenings, dancing, din­ ing out, looking for kind, humorous SWM, 60­ 70, with similar interests. Ad#.551O Outgoing, friendly, attractive SWF, 62, 5'4”, enjoys flea markets, traveling, country, living, seeking SWM, 60-71, for companionship. Ad#.6697 Single black female, 28, 5*8”, attractive, non­ smoker, likes sports, working out, art fairs, Chicago, seeks secure,,22professional single p5r white male, 22-29. Ad#. 1225 OLD-TIME VALUES CAN YOU KEEP UP? SWM, 39, 5*10”, 175lbs., dark hair, blue eyes, mustache, outgoing, friendly, lives in Dunton, enjoys sports, comedy concerts,, playing cards, seeks attractive, active SWF, 25-42. 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Ad#.3O51 Professional single black male, 39,6*. medi­ um build, non-smoker, from the Battle CreekKalamazoo area, enjoys traveling, dining out and more, seeks attractive single black female, 20-32. Ad#.5363 SWM, 33, 5*10”, N/S, Ilves in Bloomingdale, enjoys dining out, watching sports, the mall, seeks slender SWF, 25-36, with similar inter­ ests. Ad#.2345 SBCF, 48, 5*6”, full-figured,,, N/S, occasional drinker, hobbies include clude sewing, reading, walks on the beach, traveling, t seeking mecfium-built SM, 47-58, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.4987 Full-figured single white female, 42, 5*1”, smoker, non-drinker, gregarious, likes shop­ ping, needlepoint, looking for companionship with outgoing, hardworking single white male, 38-45. Ad#.1112 $1.99 per minute ITS DESTINY TIME TOGETHER GET TO KNOW ME Single white female, 44, 5’7”,130lbs., blue­ eyed blonde, from Battlecreek, interested in fishing, hunting, swimming, quiet times, seeks single white mate, 43+, non-smoker. Ad#.9653 SWM, 46. 5*8”, 165lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, outgoing, lives in Hastings, employed, enjoys indoor/outdoor activities, seeks SWF, under 55. Ad#.9161 SWM, 42, 6*1”, smoker, lives in Kalamazoo, self-employed, enjoys walks, auctions, seeks honest, open, communicative, slender SF, under 45, for dating, leading to possible comcom­ mitted relationship. Ad#. 77/9 SW mom, 20,5*5”, medium build, N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enjoys movies and dance dubs, seeking SWM, 20-26, physique unim­ portant, for possible relationship. Ad#.4198 INSPIRED? GOOD FRIEND SW dad, 31,6*. 208lbs.. smoker, lives in South Haven, enjoys canoeing, spending time with his daughter, seeks fun-loving, slender SWF, 20-36, who tikes going out and having fun. Ad#.528O AN IRISH GENTLEMAN LIVE FOR TODAY Attractive, intelligent single white mom, 34, 5'4”, red hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, non-sm from Battlecreek, enjoys running, skiing, the out­ doors, wants to meet a professional single male. 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Ad#.1397 NO GAME PLAYERS Active, nice SWCM, 55, 5*10", 165lbs., N/S, non-drinker, lives in Hastings, employed, enjoys auto racing, football, basketball, seeks slender SWCF, under 55, for possible serious relationship. Ad#.6541 Sincere SWM, 20, 6*. 165lbs., smoker, non­ drinker, from the Middleville area, enjoys hunting, fishing and camping, seeks open, honest SWF, 18-23. Ad#.7748 NEW IN TOWN ROMANTIC MOMENTS HOLD MY HAND Professional SWF, 49, 5’4", medium build, green-eyed blonde, people person, loves beach walks, biking, rollerblading, seeks hon­ est, open, caring SWM, N/S, 46-58, for fun times. Ad#.3O15 SOCIAL BUTTERFLY Professional divorced white female, 48, 5’9”, medium build, non-smoker, from the Albion area, enjoys dancing, movies, nature and more, seeks down-to-earth single white male, 45-52. Ad#.2435 SWF, 18,5’2", 120lbs.,.from Hastings, outgoing and friendly, smoker, enjoys going out, the outdoors, seeking SWM, for friend riendship. Ad#. 1478 Amicable single white mom, 28,5’6", blonde hair, brown eyes, from Battlecreek, interest­ ed in rollerblading, dining out, movies, time with son, seeks single white mate, 28-32, non-smoker. Ad#. 1968 To listen to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, call 1-900-476-6216 To listen to or, leave a message for your Suitable System Matches call 1-900-476-6216, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4. For -complete confidentiali­ ty, give your Confidential Mailbox Number instead of your phone number when leaving a message. Call 1-900-476-6216, $1.99 per minute, enter option 4, to lis­ ten to responses left for you and find out when your replies were picked up. To renew, change or cancel your ad, call Customer Service at 1-800-273-5877. Check with your local phone company for a possi­ ble 900 block if you're having trouble dialing the 900#. If your ad was deleted, re­ record your voice greeting, remembering NOT to use a cordless phone. Also, please do NOT use vulgar language or leave your last name, address, or telephone num­ ber. Your print ad will appear in the paper 7-10 days after you record your voice greeting. M Male B Black Divorced F Female D H Hispanic C Christian W White A Asian WW Widowed S Single N/S Non-smoker Double Dater NA Native American Service provided by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 FRIENDS FOR NOW... SS, JW 0929 �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 7, 1997 — Page 12 Lions stay unbeatenwith win over Aggies We are No. 1! Nicole Wilson was just part of the winning Maple Valley team that took first place honors at last Saturday's Barry County Invitational at Hastings High School. The Lady Lions beat Hastings, Delton, Lakewood and Middleville to earn the accomplishment. For more information, and more photos, from the races, see Thursday's Hastings Banner. It wasn't an easy win, but the undefeated Lions used emotion and intensity to run past Dansville 22-3 in SMAA football action last Friday at Dansville High. The host Aggies actually scored first with a 22-yard field goal at 8:49 of the second quarter. After booting the field goal, Dansville successfully executed on on­ side kick and recovered the ball with hopes of going up by even more points. But, the Lions' defense held their own and forced the Aggies to punt. Jason Thompson returned that punt 71 yards, thanks to three solid blocks, to make it 6-3 Maple Valley. Chris Gonser ran in the two-point conversion to extend the margin out to 8-3. With one minute left in the first half, Gonser scored again, this time an 11-yard scamper, to make the halftime score 14­ 3 in favor of the Lions. Maple Valley, however, wasn't done and took the second half kickoff the distance for another touchdown. This time it was a 20-yard jaunt by Andy Patrick at the eight minute mark. Thompson ran in the twopoint score and the Lions led 22-3. In the fourth quarter, Maple Valley continued its strong defensive play, while substituting freely with its players. M.V. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt gave the Aggies credit for a strong defensive effort. "I don't know if it's a 5 Lbs. and up, 14.5 Oz., IGA Sliced or Halves, Yellow Cling Peaches or Bartlett Pear Halves : 99* Gallon, Bareman’s the fourth quarter. Other key stats came from Jessica Cook (7 rebounds), Erica Krolik (12 rebounds and 8 steals) and Erin Booher (6 assists). Stine tallied 24 and Goris added. 19 markers in the victory against Union City. Goris' total included two basket from 3-point land. Krolik had 9 steals and 8 deflections, Stine 3 steals, 7 rebounds and 6 assists and Booher dished out 4 assists and swiped 4 balls. The Lady Lions (6-5) are at Leslie today (Tuesday, Oct. 7) and host Dansville on Thursday. Freshmen The Valley freshmen are 4-2 after defeating Union City 3122, Dacia Davis led all scorers with 13 points and also pulled down 9 rebounds and made 4 steals. Jamie Wyble added 9 points. Nikki Myers • IGA Lite or Heavy Syrup Crushed, Sliced, Chunks, IGA Fruit Cocktail Hawaiian Pineapple 12 Oz., IGA Orange Juice 2 liter 99 * omf ick Roast $ « 59 I vegetables 46 Oz., IGA Tomato Juice 99* 99* Vermontville Grocery IGA Ph726-0640 pen Hi Gr Beans, Carrots, Fr Beans, Peas, Mixed Veg., Mushrooms pieces & stems, Wax Beans, Beets Juice nCocktail — am- pm on.-n,; ~ant,~ . MFFr 8es6 + a^ eP- Boneless Beef IGA Canned 46 Oz., IGA Vegetable 89*1 controlled the game's tempo, while collecting 4 steals, 8 rebounds and 4 assists. The Lions first loss came at the hands of Portland St. Pat's 37-30. Maple Valley led for three quarters, but foul trouble got the best of them in the final three minutes. Wyble topped all scorers with 9 points. Foul trouble again haunted the Lady Lions in a 36-30 loss to Olivet. One of M.V.'s starters was hurt in the game and did not return. Wyble and Dacia Davis both scored 10 points. Other games this year were a 30-18 win over Hopkins and a 23-20 win over Martin. Davis and Myers each had 11 points in the Hopkins contest, while Wyble and Torri Newton both scored 8 against Martin. COMPLETE DEER PROCESSING! ) lunchables Lunchabli Pepsi, Pepsi Vit. D Milk Coke, 7»Up $1 99 It was a week of growth for varsity Maple Valley's basketball team. The Lady Lions not only went 2-0 in wins over Olivet (53-38) and Union City (OSSI), but they did so by keeping their cool in pressure situations. "This was a week that showed growth in our ability to handle pressure against opponent's presses," Maple Valley Coach Jerry Reese said. "Both games showed excellent passing and team work, offensively and defensively." Dawn Stine gave the Lady Lions passing, defense scoring and rebounding in the win over Olivet. Stine scored 17, pulled down 20 rebounds, made 7 steals and dished out 4 assists in that M.V. triumph. Stacie Goris led the team with 19 points, 11 coming in Oscar Mayer Fun Pack mburger attempts. Quarterback Trevor Wawiernia was l-for-4 throwing the ball with the one catch made by Chris Ewing for 17 yards. The Lions will host the Tigers of St. Philip this Friday in hard-hitting SMAA gridiron play. St. Phil has lost two games to Olivet and Kelloggsville this year, but could be a good test for Coach Mittelstaedt's undefeated Maple Valley team. M.V. varsity eagers feeling no pain! ratwurst Leg Quarters Qua Pie Fillin Thompson. Maple Valley, now 5-0 and 3-0, managed 169 yards with its ground game. Chris Gonser led the pack with 55 yards on 9 attempts, Patrick carried the ball 6 times for 42 yards and Thompson added another 24 yards on 8 Store Made 10# Bag, Chicken Chic 21 Oz., IGA Cherry oi^ Apple Smith collected 9 bonecrushers and Trent Harvey, despite not being 100 percent, made 9 tackles. Dansville's one miscue, a fumble, was recovered by letdown," Coach Mittelstaedt said about the final score. "Dansville played very hard and with emotion. They only turned it (the ball) over once." The Lions' defense was also up to the challenge. "The defense played a little bit better after their score... with more rhythm and intensity," Coach Mittelstaedt explained. Patrick led the defense with 17 tackles, Lucas Flory was in on 11 bonecrushers, Rich am- hS pm t at.; 9M 3 eSatPi am- pm un. M rces goo da thr Sktdet tru aturay � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-10-14.pdf 15d449b4b7f4c36c09a006deca0d8871 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 42 — Tuesday, October 14, 1997 Recount yields no change in verdict of local school vote by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer After a recount last week, the results of the Maple Val­ ley special bond election of Sept. 22 have changed by only two votes, so the build­ ing will go on. Voters went to the polls last month to decide a $8.5 billion project that would eliminate portable classrooms, add and upgrade science labs, and add a junior high wing to the existing junior-senior high school, including an auxiliary gym. Much discussion over what was necessity and what were "unnecessary frills" followed a similar election last spring. Results at that time also were very close, with those saying "no" only defeating the pro­ posed project by 52 votes. This election was also a close one, with 'yes" voters outnumbering those against the project by only 25 votes. It was also considered a his- H lam grateful that this bond issue passed, for the sake of the kids. But the whole idea wasn’t to win, it was to find out what the voters wanted. 55 Originally 1,397 votes were cast, with 706 saying yes. The tally for no voters was 681. When the recount was completed, the no votes totaled only 679. There were no other changes by the Board of Can­ vassers. Maple Valley officials have since passed a resolution au­ thorizing the bond and are preparing to begin finalizing building plans. Though there is no date for ground breaking set as of yet, Superintendent Clark Volz said that he will keep the public informed and plans to involve them in ev­ ery step of the way. He also added that he is sensitive to those who felt the renovations unnecessary. "I am grateful that this bond issue passed, for the sake of the kids," he said. "But the whole idea wasn't to win, it was to find out what the vot­ ers wanted." — Superintendent Clark Volz torical event in the district be­ cause it was the only bond is­ sue to pass since the consoli­ dation ofthe Vermontville and Nashville districts. That con­ solidation took place over 30 years ago. After seeing how close the results were, Barry County County Commissioner Tim Burd of Nashville took elec­ tion workers to task and re-, quested a recount by the Barry County Board ofCanvassers. "I wasn't calling anyone dishonest," he had said during an interview. "Ijust wanted to be sure, that tally is only 13 votes either way." "Burd had also remarked that because the election was done on paper ballots, he felt there was a greater margin for error than if done by machine. Canvassers met last Thurs­ day in the commissioners' room at the court house and began recounting. During that procedure, which was open to the public, anyone who felt a vote "invalid" could request that it be investigated. Homecoming celebrated in the valley Maple Valley's 16-9 triumph Over St. Philip was reason to celebrate for many Lions' fans. The victory gave M.V. at least a share of the league crown and kept the Fire Prevention Week observed in Vermontville open house There was lots of activity at the Vermontville fire bam last week during a celebration of Fire Prevention Week with area families, and this year's event yielded a full house. Though an attraction for all ages, with tours of the de­ partment and trucks, lots to eat, and friendly advice from local firefighters, the event is probably most enjoyed by kids. Spraying the fire hose was the main attraction for young­ sters this year, and with un­ usually warm temperatures for October, they were even spraying one another. Lots of buckets also lined the rear of the fire station, all ready to put out make believe fires. Vermontville firefighters have been hosting this event now for five years, and all two dozen were there in uniform this year ready to share a story, or to lend a hand to someone with questions. All made sure that their guests didn't go home without lots of necessities to use in case of emergency. There were stickers for the telephone to post emergency numbers, and notes prepared for baby-sitters, and even col­ orbooks for the kids. There was another piece of information on the table there this year, "A Child's Guide To Emergency Help." Vermontville firefighters are stressing the importance of the 911 system, and this guide was designed for even young children to follow. There may be individuals who were unable to attend this year's open house, so the Maple Valley News is printing those 911 instructions to sharewith family members and then post by the phone. When to call 911: •911 should be called no matter what type of emer­ gency, whether accident, fire, or break in. • Remain calm, don't get excted. • Call right away, don't wait for someone else to pick up the phone. • Tell the person on the other end of the line who you are and exactly what is wrong when they answer. They will need your complete address. That includes apartment num­ ber if you live in a building with more than one apart­ ment. • Don't hang up until in- structed to do so. The person on the other end will tell you when they have all of the in­ formation they need to get to you. They may also need to assist you over the phone un­ til help arrives. More photos continued on Page 2 Climbing in and out of the fire trucks was great fun during the Open house hosted by Vermontville firefighters for Fire Prevention Week. These too smiling faces are Joey James and Tyler O'Dell both of Vermontville. In This Issue... • Nashville teen to compete in beauty competition • Ex-Hastings man sentenced in death of Nashville toddler • Brother-sister have busy, winning 4-H summer • Maple Valley gridders beat St. Phil for share of SMAA title �There were lots of games for children a the "Firemen's Celebration". And, with unusually warm weather, putting out pretend fires was great fun! Watch out! Amanda Driksna and Jordan Taylor were among those youngsters who took charge of the fire hose during the celebration. Bob Mansfield wins Kiss the Pig Contest Every year the "Kiss the This year, Bob Mansfield Pig Contest is a big money was declared the big winner, maker for the Maple Valley and his little pucker session Scholarship Foundation and a with the pig brought roars real crowd pleaser. from his fans! Canisters appear around The contest netted almost town in September for area $1000 this year. All will be contestants vying for the utilized by the Maple Valley privilege to "pucker up" and Scholarship Foundation to then friends and neighbors are assist MV grads going on to asked to donate their loose college or trade school. change. Then, during half Watch next week's edition time at a MV football game, of the Maple Valley News for the contestant with the "most further details of this years cash" puckers up for Jordan contest! the Pig in front of his or her fans. For Reminder Action-Ads Call 945-9554 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Reach over 27,000 area homes! Bob Mansfield puckers up! None other than Bob Mansfield from Citizens Elevator got to lay a big smooch on Jordan the pig Friday night. This years event netted almost $1000 to the Maple Valley Scholarship Foundation. The ambulance was a popluar place to hang out at the firebarn during last week's celebration. Lots of firemen were on hand to answer questions about the medical equipment. Holiday arts and crafts show set at Maple Valley The Maple Valley Adult, Alternative and Community Education Program will spon­ sor its fourth annual holiday arts and crafts show, Satur­ day, Oct. 18, in the cafeteria and adjoining halls of the Maple Valley High School. Show hours are from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Exhibitors represent the following Michigan com­ munities: Vermontville, Delton, Nashville, Battle Creek, Lansing, East Lans­ ing, Charlotte, Bellevue, Jenison, Leslie, Hastings, Wayland, Middleville, Grand Ledge, Sunfield, and Augusta. The artisians and crafters will bring with them a wide variety of handmade items. Some of the items will be: paper art, woodcarving, baby quilts, ceramics, needlepoint, candles, sterling silver, gold jewelry, pillows, counted cross stitch, bears, embroidered and hand painted sweatshirts, homemade decorated cakes and cookies, dried flowers, and wreaths, bunnies, yard art, oak shelves, rag fur coats, Christmas ornaments, photo alums, etched glass, Victorian crafts, antique old world san­ tas and much more. The show offers free admis­ sion, ample parking and food concessions throughout the day. The goal for the arts and crafts show is to raise revenues to purchase tex­ tbooks and technology related equipment for all the com­ munity education programs. Linda Miller, community education director, said, “It is our goal to offer quality pro­ grams to our adult and alter­ native education students to do what we need to upgrade textbooks and equipment. We want our students prepared to be competitive in today’s job market.’’ For more information about the show or to reserve a booth, call (517) 852-2145 and ask for Deb Baker or Lin­ da Miller. LCWWOMMBSCHEPVIJe ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship ... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service....... ....... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Senrice........................... 11:15 P.M. Senrice ......................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: AM. Worship ......... ....... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ................. 6 Wednesday Evening: Worship ................. ........ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship....... ....... 6 p.m. . Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A..M. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 ST. CYRIL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening ....... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................... 11 P.M. Senrice................................. 7 Wed. Service 7 p.m^ .PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. W.orship ..... 11 a.m. A^fter School Special Wed..... 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Senrice.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Senrice, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST ,,Located CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.......... 9:45 a m Sunday School............. 11:15 a^ REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer yer.................... .................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew’s is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service................ 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. October 14. 1997__Page 3 Nashville teen to compete in national beauty competition !*R ttita ■W Q*w ism ^ ism **■&*• ''’’»»“ “OO‘f‘fee‘r‘riiii n wnwh,«h,«SShlhlJiJi»» ®w Httaft^^ ’«h- ilO autj^i "I®<amL ^®a lit to. kiim ® Ht^lhki Vemoitville, tnlii fail Mt, Bak Ma t p a. East Laise. Beta, i tea iisft,&ni ufield, nd taWtta tfffflhii •(far taMfai inpllfti Budoita P11'1’®1itaink akni ns. i ins iS It: njota.Wjj B,«d^ Adudii otaidf **? kT" ta nri *■* . When the name Megann Patrick comes up many peo­ ple think of music. The Nashville teen has en­ tertained audiences with her voice on many occasions. Now she is on her way to a beauty pageant. Megann, who will be among contestants for the Miss Teen Michigan pageant Nov. 9, said that her story be­ gan with a postcard. "I got this postcard in the mail. I suppose that many other girls across the state got the thing," she said. "My cousin then convinced me to go ahead and apply for the pageant." Her cousin, Sandy Peterson from North Carolina, has been involved with pageants before, and felt that Megann would be an ideal candidate. After a brief telephone conversation, she persuaded Megann to apply. Soon after sending a card back, she was called for an in­ terview al the Grand Plaza in Grand Rapids. "She was there with about 120 other girls hoping to be in the pageant," said mother, Dianne Patrick. "I believe that 30 finalists were selected." Those 30 girls, all between the ages of 15 and 19 will compete in that age category. There will two other groups, one for 7- to 9-year-olds, and one for 10- to 14-year-olds. Winners will be eligible for Wednesday, Oct. 15 Shaved pork, scalloped potato, mixed vegetable, pud­ ding, bun. Thursday, Oct. 16 Baked chicken quarter, baby carrots, Brussel sprouts, banana, dinner roll, margarine. Friday, Oct. 17 Spanish rice w/meat, com w/pimento, three bean salad, peach cobbler, bread, margarine. Coming Soon on the GUN LAKE PRINCESS. hodist %»* "m •vv5ie "•5. V* * Wilma M. Huyck SUNFIELD - Wilma M. Burch ofBattle Creek, Jennifer Elizabeth Huyck of Yuma, Huyck, age 63, of Sunfield, Huyck in 1954. Arizona; her mother, Christine passed away unexpectantly at Mrs. Huyck was employed Millard of Charlotte; two home on Friday, October 3, in various occupations, the sisters, Joan (Jack) Hine of 1997. most important a homemaker. Charlotte and Shirley Dayton Mrs. Huyck was born on She was a member of the ofGrand Ledge; one grandson, November 3, 1933 in Grand Sunfield United Methodist Chad Walker; three grand­ Ledge, the daughter of Harri­ Church, Friends of the Library daughters, Kelsey and Erin son Millard and former Christ­ and the Ladies Fire Auxiliary Burch and Kaili Walker; sever­ ine Giesel. She was raised in of Sunfield. She enjoyed read­ al nieces and nephews. the Grand Ledge area and was ing, bowling and spending Funeral services were held a 1952 graduate of the Grand time with family and friends. Monday, October 6, 1997 at Ledge High School. Mrs. Huyck was preceded in the Rosier Funeral Home, She was married to Hans death by her father, Harrison in Mapes-Fisher Chapel in 1991. She is survived by her Sunfield. Interment took place husband, Hans; one son, Mark (Ed) Walker of Gladstone and in the Sunfield Cemetery. (Diane) Huyck of Sunfield; three daughters, Carol (Mike) Brent Allen Jewell Megann Patrick is soon to be in a beauty pageant! The Nashville teen, whom has appeared on stage many times with vocal solos, will be competing in Wyoming in just a few weeks. Call for reservations. Toll free 1-888-557-7775 Band Boosters plan meetings 4th Annual Maple Valley Community Education 1997 Holiday Arts and Crafts Show < ms ? * »»* * £ J ""'l|!t w Impress Your Boss on... BOSSES DAY • Thursday, Oct. 16 Bosses Week Oct. 13th-17th SWEETEST DAY • Sat., Oct. 18 "Make Sweet Memories" ROSE SPECIAL... $2.00 ea./$22.00 per doz. Office of Lake Odessa Chamber of Commerce SK? 4 0**, 8 ?*<’ 5 Jimmy & Nichole Whelpley scholarships and to compete a lot of fun." in the national pageant in The local "star" will be Orlando, Fla. judged in three divisions — . "I am so excited," said casual wear, formal wear and Megann. "This will really be p c ahsoutaogweenai nic competition. Saturday was rehearsal with other contestants and final competition is scheduled for Nov. 9 in Godwin Heights High School in Wyoming, Mich. Monday, Oct. 20 Megann said that she has Vegetable lasagna, beets, been practicing "the walk," spinach, pineapple, bread, but isn't really nervous, at margarine. least not yet. She-has been in Tuesday, Oct. 21 front of many audiences for Turkey ala king over a musicals and band competi­ The Maple Valley Band biscuit, lima beans, stewed tions where she has performed Boosters will meet every two tomatoes, peaches. solos. weeks starting Tuesday, Oct. Events "Stage fright is something 21, until plans for the Peach Wednesday, Oct. 15 — Bowl trip are she got over a long time ago," are finalised. finalised. Hastings, crafts; Nashville, she said. blood pressure day; Woodland, blood pressure day, Kathy MMAp; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Oct. 16 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday., Oct. 17 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day. Monday, Oct. 20 Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 21 — Hastings, Alz. meeting 1-3; puzzle day. ::> E tE a! ;jSM^ > LAKE ODESSA - Brent Allen Jewell, 36, of Lake Odessa passed away Saturday, October 11,1997 as a result of an automobile accident The family will receive their friends Tuesday, October 14 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the Rosier Funeral Home, MapesFisher Chapel, Sunfield. THANKS TO... Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 1:00 PM at the Sunfield Cemetery. .. .for a job well done as the pit crew for For those wishing, contribu­ Jim’s Buggy Parts — four 1st places for 1997! tions may be made to the Fami­ - Dad ly in memory of Brent A. esssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssS Jewell. Barry County Commission on aging lunch menu, events set Color Tou rs^ csaiwfc Obituaries Date: Saturday, October 18, 1997 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Location: Cafeteria and Adjoining Halls Maple Valley Jr. Sr. High School 11090 Nashville Hwy. Vermontville, Michigan 49096 Bring A Friend V Great Food V 934 Fourth Ave., Downtown Lake Odessa 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Mon.-Sat. The language of Vr the heart* _ 616-374-7048 or 1-888-300-8212 ALL-FLOWERS AND PLANTS ARE GUARANTEED 15 to 25% discount on all Wedding Invitations . „ „ ‘ 658101,3 658101,3 . . I J ,z * GREAT WAY TO CHRISTMAS SHOP!! V *•« •«t\ �The Maple Valley Mew*, Nashville, Tuesday, October 14, 1997 — Page 4 Five generations gather Gunner Tobias has many, many grandmas and grandpas all ready to -sit at a moment's notice. Grahams to observe silver anniversary (From left to right) Kathy Rollins. Seated: Tobias and Lyle Reid. Great-Grandpa Claude Steve and Debbie Graham will celebrate their 25th anniversary by renewing their wedding vows on Sunday, Oct. 19th. The ceremony will begin at 2 p.m. at the Nashville United Methodist Church. A reception will immediately follow. Friends and family are invited. No gifts, please. The couple were married on Oct. 21, 1972. They have three sons, Derek, Shawn and Jason. HAPPY 40th BIRTHDAY! Oh me! Oh my! C Can it be! Is this really me? GOTCHA! Friends & Family SUE REID on Oct. 16th Standing: Sandy Rollins and Myrtle Reid holding Gunner Missing from photo: Great­ Reid. (From left to right) Standing: Sandy Rollins (grandma) and Kathy Rollins (mom). Seated: Jean Withey (great-grandma) and Virginia Thomas (great­ great-grandma) holding Gunner. Sunfield Library Friends elect new officers The Friends of the Sunfield District Library met Oct. 7 at the library. A report was given on the results of the used book sale held during the Farmers Pic­ nic. This year’s sale exceeded last year’s and was considered a success. The money raised by the Friends of the Library is used to help purchase special items not funded in the regular library budget. Welch’s Hardware provid­ ed a collection site for the donated books, Rose Steward loaned the awning. Glen Rairigh appraised the “special books,” Kim Duffield and Carla Hiatt made the sign. Many donated cookies, juice and their time. New business included elec­ tion of officers. Serving oneyear terms are Sharon VanAlstine, president: Yvonne Albright, vice­ president; treasurer, Pam Mc­ Cready; and secretary, Fran Courser. Fall planting of perennials around the building was discussed. Anyone with perennials to donate to the project can contact one of the officers. The Friends of the Library have been earmarked to receive Memorial donations in honor of Wilma Huyck, who was a Friend of the Library and an avid reader. Donations can be sent to the Huyck Family at this time. The next meeting of the Friends of the Library will be Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. at the library. The public is always welcome. Membership applications and information are available at the library. Scouts recycling to be held Saturday Sunfield Boys Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 18. The scouts will take newspaper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean,, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flatten, no labels; and magazines, tied or in grocery bags, no Reader’s Digest. Participants are asked not to drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Dec. 13. (From left to right) Standing: Kate Painter, Kathy Rollins and Harry Rollins. Seated: Harry Beard and Rachel Beard holding Gunner Tobias. Diana's Place, 'The Place to Go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road Da , "ao™mp'1 852-9481 SUBSTITUTES NEEDED MAPLE VALLEY SCHOOLS Maple Valley Schools is accepting applications for substitute aides, cooks, custodians and bus drivers. Applications are available in each building and at the administration office, 11090 Nashville Hwy. MAPLE VALLEY ANNUAL EDUCATION REPORT Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School will have its annual education report for the 1996-97 school year available at a meeting to be held on Wednesday, October 15 at 3:15 p.m. in the high school auditorium. �Fuller kindergarteners study careers first hand "hot lunches," something which is still a bit foreign to them in kindergarten. Many were curious about the big ovens, wanting to know just how many cookies could be baked at once, and how many hours it takes to wash all those dishes after lunch hour is over. This week they will learn all about the letter "p" and pay a visit to Fuller Principal Bernie Hynes. Seifert is still looking for volunteers for each other letter of the alphabet who would have just a few minutes to share with her class — per­ haps a farmer, electrician or doctor. "The children would like to learn about many professions" she said. She also added that outings such as this help the children to retain what they have learned in the classroom. Those interested in sharing with her kindergartners can contact her at Fuller Elemen­ tary School. by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer There's plenty cooking in the kitchen at Fuller Elemen­ tary this fall, and one group of area kindergarteners got a peek behind the lunch counter last week. One might say, that young­ sters are stiring "alphabet soup." The kitchen tour was really part of a lesson learning the alphabet. Teacher Karen Seifert will be interviewing people of many professions over the school year, asking each one, like the "cooks" (for the letter c) to tell children about their jobs and then to let them an­ swer questions. Fuller cooks told the chil­ dren about their equipment and Fuller Street Cook, Gloria Gloria Hummel, gave those kindergarteners the “grand tour” of the school's kitchen last week. Some said that they couldn’t wait until first grade, when they too could take “hot lunch.” Ex-Hastings man sentenced in death of Nashville toddler of what officials described as "suspicious circumstances." According to reports, the youngster had been rushed to Battle Creek Health Systems by emergency personnel after a call from Hine and the baby's mother, Megan McLaughlin, who had tried unsuccessfully to perform CPR. The child was pro­ nounced dead on arrival. Megan McLaughlin said Hine, who had been baby-sit­ ting, called her at work and asked her to come home, say­ ing that the baby wasn't feeling well and was vomiting. Preliminary results indicated that the child had died from a blow to the head, but future investigation including an autopsy indicated that Caitlin had other injuries, including a tear in her liver, fluid in the abdominal area and several bruises on her torso and buttocks. Some were older injuries than others. There was also question as to whether a bicycle accident two weeks prior had played a part in her death. However, "She fell off of a little tyke's bike and only scraped her fingers," she said. "It was two weeks prior and had noth­ ing to do with her death. Caitlin was beaten to death." Ann added that during the trial many photos were pre­ sented as evidence, all were very disturbing. "I couldn't even look at most of them. I didn't want to remember our Caitlin that way," she said. Caitlin's grandfather added, "That baby went through a horrible ordeal." Because Megan still lived at Bosses Day home until just months October 16th before Caitlin's death, the Sweetest Day couple's bond with their y granddaughter was very October 18 strong, they said. They added Rose Special: that they had no idea what *28” per doz- with Baby was happening when Hine was caring for her while her Breath, Greens, and Boxed mother was at work. *2°°for Single Rose Ann McLaughlin also said Viola’s that during preliminary hear­ Floral and ings there were accusations against the child's mother that Gift Shop weren't true. Her name was 374-8788 1-387884--38907-28786 8 later cleared during the trial. 11-48538 8Jo-r3d9an0 -L2k7 S6t8. "Megan has been through Lake Odessa, MI the baby's grandmother, Ann so much, she needs to be able Mon.-Fri. Mon.-Fri. 10-5; 10-5; McLaughlin, said it was con- to go on with her life, the Sat. 1042 firmed that the "accident" had only thing she did wrong was nothing to do with her death. to trust Rob Hine." Megan said following 9//S Seminars BRING IN AD FOR DISCOUNT Best in i/te l.S.!\ Hine's sentencing that she had Group Seminar Dr. Dan Swenson’s left the baby in her live-in boyfriends care while at work because she couldn't afford day ...has helped care. When asked for comment regarding Hine's sentence she replied, "I believe in an eye In Just 2 Hours with or without patch for an eye. It's too bad we • Become a Nonsmoker tonight! C'3J f?h * don't have the death penalty in • Without stress or weight gain , Only Michigan. He took my daugh­ • Experience hypnosis plus for success! _ Complete — ter's life and he doesn't deserve Cash/Check/Visa/MC to go on. Life in prison how­ WRITTEN ever is the next best thing.” GUARANTEE Hine was convicted of first degree murder and of first de­ Monday, Oct. 20, 1997 gree child abuse. The second charge carried a 15-year prison term. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Robert Edward Hine, for­ merly of Hastings, was sen­ tenced to life in prison with­ out parole earlier this week for the murder of a Nashville toddler almost a year ago. The sentence followed a verdict of guilty by jury trial in Calhoun County Circuit Court Sept. 5. Two-year-old Caitlin McLaughlin who had lived on Thornapple Lake Road until just weeks prior, died Nov. 8 STOP SMOKING County Seat 7 to 9 pm 128 S. Jefferson Downtown Hastings For Rent NASHVILLE- Nashville Park Apartments. 1 & 2 bedrooms For more information call: available. Rent subsidy if you 616-637-2231 qualify. Call 616-948-2441. Equal Housing Opportunity. DUS Seminars BRING IN AD FOR DISCOUNT Best in the U.S. !\ Barrier free access. REGISTER AT DOOR 6:30 pm Dr. Dan Swenson Certified Hypnotherapist With every good meal comes lots of dishes, and with a crowd like that at Fuller Street, clean up is quite a chore. 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(517) 726-0721 TOP QUALITY MODULAR HOMES AT A PRICE YOU CAN AFFORD BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY: Horizon is looking for full-time Real Estate Agents WHY LIST WITH AN AGENCY WITH ONLY HALF THE EXPOSURE? LIST WITH HORIZON AND YOU WILL HAVE DOUBLE THE EXPOSURE WITH GRAND RAPIDS AND LANSING M.L.S. Visit our models! Beautiful modular homes with over 60 floor plans to choose from. Order now and be one of the first homes built next spring. Financing available. Open Daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a. m.-1:00 p.m.; Evenings by Appointment �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 14, 1997 — Page 6 Nashville youth enters hog School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 15 Wednesday, Oct. 15 Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, corn, cherry push-up. Thursday, Oct. 16 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pineapple, chocolate cake. Friday, Oct. 17 Scrambled eggs, coffee cake, potato wedge, applesauce. Monday, Oct. 20 Chicken sandwich, carrot sticks, fresh apples, peanuts. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Hot dog, baked beans, pineapple, cookie. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. in livestock exposition Maple Valley Jr .-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 15 Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Maple Valley Maplewood Lunch Menu Chicken nuggets, roll and honey, whole kernel com, cherry push-up, 1/2 pint milk. Thursday, Oct. 16 Goodtime pizza, tossed salad, pineapple, chocolate cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 17 Scramble eggs, cinn. coffee cake, potato wedge, ap­ plesauce, 1/2 pt. milk. Choose One Chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 16 Choose one — Footlong hotdog, pizza, chicken sand­ wich. Choose two — garden salad, broccoli, pineapple, juice, milk. Monday, Oct. 20 Friday, Oct. 17 Chicken sandwich, carrot sticks, pineapple, peanuts, 1/2 pt. milk. Choose one — Turkey sub­ marine, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — gardens salad, potato wedge, applesauce, juice. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Hot dog, baked beans, ap­ ple, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Monday, Oct. 20 Choose one — Sloppy jo, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — garden salad, carrot sticks, hot cinnamon apples, juice, milk. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Choose one — double dogs, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, baked beans, apple, juice. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Harvest Festival Turkey Dinner First Congregational Church ofVermontville 110 S. Main Family style with homemade rolls andpies. Maplewood kids to rake local leaves Saturday, October 18,1997 Maplewood School again will sponsor a school-wide community service project Friday, Oct. 31, from 12:15-2:15. The fifth and sixth grade students will be raking leaves in the yards of community members to live within walk­ ing distance of the school. Serving Begins at 5pm Adults - $7.00 Children (4-10) - $3.50 Children under 4 - free Infusium 23 Coolmint Revitalizing or Fine/Thin Listerine Toothpaste 6.4 oz. Conditioner 16 oz. Seth Higbee of Nashville, has entered one hog in the swine division of the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE). These entries will join more than 19,000 others that take part in the world’s largest, purebred livestock show. Dates for the giant expo are Nov. 8-21. Producers from across the United States and Canada br­ ing their livestock to the Ken­ tucky Fair and Exposition Center, Louisville, to com­ pete in one of the eight expo divisions: dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, swine, dairy goats, quarter horses, draft horses and llamas. Winners will share in more than $500,000 in premiums and awards. The NAILE serves as host for a number of livestock industry-related events, in­ cluding Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup; Youth, Junior, College and Senior Collegiate Dairy Judging Contest; National Collegiate Livestock Judging Contest; Efforts will focus on senior citizens or others not capable of taking care of their leaves themselves. Those interested in having leaves raked at this time are asked to return the coupon to the school. They will be contacted for the specifics of the program. Beano Tablets • 12’s 449 be beanoi Your Choice Helps stop gas before befor it starts Choice ll™ II , Cool Mint EB ^LISTERINE^ Nivea Nivea Light Cream 6 oz. Brimms Visage Cream 1.7 oz Denture Bath ass Aqua Glycolic Hl National 4-H Livestock Judg­ ing Contest; Junior College Livestock Judging Contest; National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference and the North American Stockdog Trials. The NAILE is home to the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Great Lakes Circuit Rodeo Finals Engagements Mason - Walliczek Bill and Sharon Mason of Vermontville and Juergen and Norma Walliczek ofNashville are proud to announce the engagement of their children, Mathew Walliczek to Rebecca Mason. Rebecca is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley and is atten­ ding Lansing Community College. She is a secretary at Ayles Tree Service in Potterville. Mathew is a 1995 graduate of Maple Valley and is atten­ ding Lansing Community College. He is a machinist at Non-Ferrous Machining in Charlotte. Their wedding will take place on Nov. 15, 1997 at the Curad 214 Main Street, Nashville -149 Your Choice Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 852-0845 Sale Pates September 17 - October 1,1997 Church in Transportation problems still exist for schools To the editor: I am responding to the arti­ cle on “Buses deliver to total district.” If they did, I wouldn’t be having this problem. Concerning Bemine Hynes’ letter to the Maple Valley News: She didn’t return my phone calls, but responded to letters. When I finally talked to her, she said they would work on the bus problem. I did not agree to assume the responsibility of transportation. I have talked to several peo­ ple -and all agree with me. A child should be picked up and delivered to the same spot, regardless which end of the district he lives. I have called the superinten­ dent many times, and he says he’s working on the problem and will call me back. I have yet to hear from him. CARD OF THANKS Flexible Fabric 40’s Curad Flintstones Strips 30’s or Curad Neon Strips 40’s • *** Congregational Charlotte. From Our Readers Thank You Nivea Light Lotion 12 oz. ■ $4.99 and the site of numerous livestock association annual meetings and events. The NAILE is produced and sponsored by the Com­ monwealth of Kentucky and the Kentucky State Fair Board. It is held annually at the Kentucky Fair and Exposi­ tion Center. I want to give a big thank you to all my family for the birthday party given me at the pizza place and all your gifts and love on my 80th birthday. And the great gift of a great granddaughter bom to Scott and Tammy Pixley on my special day. Thanks for all the lovely cards and wishes from so many friends. Thank you again and God Bless each and every one of you. Gretchen Pixlev My son has gone to morn­ ing classes for two years. Why change his schedule now? School officials admit other parents have this same problem. 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ING David Halliwill owner. drivers, home every night and Call 945-3512 for appointment 517-543-1002 every weekend. Clean MVR, three years experience. Full time with full benefits. Call between 8am and 4pm 616-877-0003 ext Kalamo Temple Association 111 or 112.______________ PICK RED DELICIOUS APPLES and help me harvest this wonderful crop. The work is hard but pleasant Work full time or part time. Earn money for Christmas. Caleb’s, Vermontvil­ October 19 • 8 am to 1 pm le. 517-726-1102. Closed All-You -Can-Eat Sunday. The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 14, 1997 — Page 7 Business Services Semi-Annual Pancake & Sausage Breakfast See You There! HASTINGS BANNER subscriptions. Phone 945-9554. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move ifnecessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870___________ BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment Must sell. 1-800-538-7879_______ FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870 For Sale FOR SALE: Carolina work boots & Minnetonka moccasin. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jeffer­ son, Hastings KING SIZE DELUX “pillow top” mattress set with frame and beautiful brass headboard “Brand New”! Cost $1,500, must sell! $375. 1-517-676-6414 BEAUTIFUL OAK FINISH 6 piece bedroom outfit with queen size mattress set, like new! Cost $1,200. Sell all for $390. 1-517-699-2251 VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS Applications are being accepted for the position of Council Trustee. Successful applicant will serve on the Vermontville Village Council until the next general election. Please submit letter of interest to Village Office, 121 Eastside Drive by Tuesday, November 4, 1997. 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If asked “Did you have a good summer vacation?,” Ashley and Matt Gordeneer of Vermontville might reply “What vacation?” Ashley and Matt show sheep as a 4-H project and they started in April when they traveled all over Ohio, Indiana and Michigan and Iowa to find market lambs to show. Once they purchased them, their work began. They spent many hours taming, working them to show, and walking them to build muscle and to keep them from getting too fat. Though they purchase many of their market lambs, they also raise pure bred Hamp­ shire sheep. They use their own lambs for showmanship. These lambs are usually bom in January or February and Matt and Ashley both start right away making pets out of them and training them. The brother and sister have a part­ nership, and money they earn from lamb sales gets split evenly and banked for their college education. The first show they attended this year was the Michigan Junior Preview Show in June at the new MSU Livestock Pavilion. Ashley showed a ewe and two wethers. She was first in her showmanship class and received a belt buckle. She had reserve champion Hampshire ewe and was se­ cond and third with her wethers. Matt showed a buck lamb and two wethers. He was first in his showmanship class and received a belt buckle. He had reserve champion Hampshire ram, first and was reserve division champion with one wether and first with the other wether. The second show was the Eaton County 4-H Fair in Ju­ ly. Ashley took first ewe and three wethers. She was first in showmanship class and was reserve junior champion showman, had a first and se­ cond place wether, first place pen of lambs, and she had grand champion market lamb, which sold to Carter’s Food Center for $17 a lb. she had first place ewe lamb and grand champion Hampshire ewe and supreme champion ewe over all breeds. Ashley also participated in the team fitting contest with Megan Wheaton and the girls took first. Ashley also was in the livestock judging contest and was first in the swine judging, fifth in the sheep judging, 15th in the beefjudg­ ing, and fifth overall livestock judge. MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS MAPLE VALLEY & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Rea> Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 ■ Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS‘ * MultiP,e Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Wells.............................. IN VERMONTVILLE ■ NICE 3 BED­ NASHVILLE - Cute 2 bedroom ROOM, 2-story home. 2 baths, home, recently renovated. Ideal "starter" or retirement home. Call Nyle for all the details! (N-72) family room — many "updates." Twa-story garage with workshop. Large lot. Occupancy at close. Give Nyle a call today to see. (V-68) VACANT LAND YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE 2 UNIT Eves. 726-0223 ............. 726-1234 INCOME PROPERTY IN VERMONTVILLE - Each unit has 2 bedrooms, separate heat & electric. There is a 2-car gar­ age on the property (large lot). Many improvements in the last 2 years. Call Nyle for more "info." (V-66) LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE $11,900 each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. Call Nyle. (VL-52) LAND CONTRACT TERMS - YOUR IN VERMONTVILLE - POSSESSION AT CLOSE - 3 bedroom mobile home with barn on 2% lots, room for another house. Price: $39,900. Monthly pay­ ments: $417.31 based on $1995 down payment, loan amount of $37,900 at 12% interest, fixed rate for 20. years, if you qualify. You pay your own taxes & insurance. Call Homer for more informa­ tion. (V-76) CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & WOODED PARCELS: (B) 2.2 ACRES $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres.. .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) 2.7 ACRE BUILDING LOT BETWEEN NASHVILLE AND HASTINGS Surveyed, perked, driveway permit — some trees. Maple Valley Schools. Call Homer. (VL-77) PRICE REDUCED!! NEXT TO PARK IN NASHVILLE ON APPROX. 1% ACRES - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with "wrap around" porch on this par­ tially brick home with a deck and firepit. Many "extras" — all on a large lot in a "park-like" setting. Qualified buyers call Homer for appointment or more details. Matt, with his reserve champion Hampshire ram at the Michigan Junior Preview Show. Matt showed a ram lamb and two wethers. Matt was first in his showmanship class, had first and second place wethers, and second place pen of lambs. He had first place Hampshire ram lamb, cham­ pion Hampshire ram and supreme champion ram over all breeds. Matt also entered the fitting contest with Brant Wheaton and the boys came in second. August was the Michigan State Fair. Ashley was first in her showmanship class. She showed three animals in the youth show and she had first place market lamb, champion Suffolk market lamb and reserve champion market lamb. She sold her reserve champion lamb to Binson Hospital Supply for $5,500. She had third place with her other market lamb. With her pen of lambs, she placed first and won champion Suffolk pen. Her ewe lamb was first and resreve champion Hamp­ shire ewe. Matt exhibited seven lambs in the youth show and was third in his showmanship class. With his marekt lambs, he was first and second and had reserve champion of all other breeds. He had first place ram lamb, champion Hampshire ram and supreme champion ram over all meat breeds. He had third place ewe lamb, fourth and fifth place yearling ewes and se­ cond place Hampshire flock. They also exhibited their market lambs in the open show. Ashley had first and fourth, Matt had first, fourth and fifth and he had champion Suffolk market lamb and grand champion market lamb. Matt and Ashley will par­ ticipate in at least one more show this year. They will at­ tend the North American In- At the Eaton County Fair, Ashley is selling her champion market lamb. temational Livestock Expedi­ tion in Louisville, Ky., in November. One more month of 1997, then lambing season begins and they will start all over again for 1998. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 14, 1997 — Page 9 Sixth and seventh grade team now 5-0 The Maple Valley sixth and seventh grade football team is still unbeaten after beating Middleville 32-6 on Oct. 4. Maple Valley (5-0) struck first on a 25-yard touchdown by Bryan Dunlap. Dunlap scored again on a 20-yard run before halfto give Maple Valley a 12-0 halftime advantage. Jeff Taylor made a solid hit on a Middleville ball carrier on the first drive in the second half, forcing a fumble 'that was recovered by Eric Smith. Smith scooped up the fumble, got a key block from Mike Johnson, and went 45 yards for M.V.'s third touchdown. * A- ATTENTION * * Later, Smith added touchdowns from 6 and 48 yards as the team rolled 32-6. On offense, Maple Valley had 296 yards of total offense. Dunlap had 125 yards on 9 carries, Smith 107 yards on 13 attempts and Britt Leonard gained 32 yards on 5 carries. Leonard was 2-for-2 passing for 23 yards. Taylor caught one for 20 yards and Matt Root made a 3-yard reception. Defensively, Middleville gained just 50 yards. Smith had 9 tackles, Johnson 6, Ryan Grider 6 and Brandon Brooke made 5 bonecrushers. Smith and Leonard had fumble recoveries. Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years of Experience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointmentfor a check on your equipment so you're ready for fall. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 Loans For Homeowners ESTATE AUCTION Regardless of credit history, Mecosta man scores an ‘ace’ call for same-day approval.. Rob Pullman from Mecosta got a hole in one Sept. 6 at the Mulberry Fore golf course. Pullman used a fivewood on the par 4 215-yard hole No. 12. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION Looking for a 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - STANTON'S 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED eight miles south of Nashville on M-66 to Cox Road and 2 miles east or 1 mile north of Assyria on M-66 to Cox and east to 10100 on... Wednesday, Oct. 29 • s:so pm Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD MEETING October 1, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members were pre­ sent as was Z. Mead and Larry Clever. The minutes from the September meeting were ap­ proved as printed. The Treasurer's report was ap­ proved as printed. Bills in the amount of $9935.73 were approved for payment. Voted to become a member of the Barry Central Water and Sewer Authority. Voted to purchase the AccuVote System. Committee reports were given. Correspondence was read. There was no public comment. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Lorna L. Wilson, Clerk Attested to by: J.W. Cooley, Supervisor (100) Two bedroom home that needs some work but has lots of possibilities! Farm OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, October 19-1:00-2:30 and Thursday, October 23 - 4:00-5:30 p.m. AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell WILLIAM pfaff, (517) 726-0181 owner Hamilton, 517-852-9691. FAX (517) 726-0060 FREEZER BEEF: Grain fed, weighs on Pittman Fann. Good references 517-726-1135. PRINTER? Call... 945-9554 of Real Estate & Personal Property LOCATED on the west side of Nashville, Ml off M-79 in Fuller Heights Subdivision at 313 Center Court (watch for signs) on: MONDAY MORN., OCT. 27th Sale Begins at 10:00 am/Real Estate Sells at 12:30 pm Excellent ranch style home with partially finished full basement, two full baths, two fireplaces, three bedrooms, large living room, kitchen, dining area, main floor laundry, two-car attached garage, paved driveway and a nice landscaped lot. Plan to see this lovely home with over 1500 square feet of living space. Call for a flyer with bidding information and personal property list! OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, October 12 - 1:00-2:30 p.m. and Tuesday, October 21 - 4:00-5:30. Estate Of NELSON BRUMM FAX (517) 726-0060 (517) 726-0181 MO OFF an STlHL’s Top Rated $1||K|QU.9S BG 75 Blower now only Take control of falling leaves with STIHL's k TOP RATED BG 75 Blower. With optional vacuum and gutter cleaning attachments, it makes fall clean up a snap. 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Four bedrooms, bath, sun porch, kitchen and dinette area, living room, and newer vinyl siding and some newer windows. This home has lots of potential! OPEN HOUSES: Thursday, October 16 - 4:00-5:30 and Sunday. October 19 - 1:00-2:30. Call for a flyer with bidding information and a list of the personal property! Estate Of BURVL E. TOWNSEND Alberta M. Townsend, Owner______ (517) 726-0181 FAX (517) 726-0060 lose 291bs or more. 24 people needed immediately. Call 616-248-5024, offer expires October 20th. •POSTAL JOBS* $12,68/hr. to start, plus benefits. Carriers, sorters, clerks, computer trai­ nees. For application and exam information call 1-219-791-1191 ext. 30, 9am-9pm, 7 days? Vern’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 PH (616) 367-4544 [Ma»t«rCord-| [Ma»t«rCord-| Fall Hours: 7:30 - 12:00 & 1:00 - 5:00 Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., & Fri.; 8:00 - 12:00 Sat 3 HaiUnga Woodland Rd. Coati Grovo Rd. Nashville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 14, 1997 — Page 10 Lady Lion hoopsters work as team in win over Aggies Lady Lion Erin Booher (15) goes in strong for a layup as teammate Jessica Gearin (10) looks on. beating the Aggies of Even without one of its top Valley high School. The Lady Lions, playing Dansville 59-44. players, Maple Valley's Coach Jerry Reese's eight­ varsity basketball team found without forward Dawn Stine, a way to win Thursday night improved their record to 7-5 player squad had four players in SMAA action at Maple and 3-1 in the league by who scored in double digits. On the defensive side of the floor, the Lady Lions limited the Aggies to just 7 points in the third quarter and 20 points in the final two quarters. "What was important was that everybody had to step up," Reese said. "And I just think that it shows how they Residential • Commercial • Farm can play as a unit." Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Center Jessica Cook stepped Sales — Service r up by leading the team with 17 points, including 11 in the 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair fl opening eight minutes. Stacie Goris also stepped up 'Richard Cobb • David with a 12-point game, 6 of those coming in the fourth 517-726-0377 quarter. Jessica Gearin and Erica 270 N. Pease Rd. Krolik each tallied 10 points and provided the M.V. team Vermontville ich. Lie. #23-174# with solid defensive play Cobb WO Mfcf a ^# Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! CO </> WE CAN FINANCE YOU your JOB is YOUR EASY terms IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 0 Bankruptcy 0 Repossession 0 Slow Pay Bad Credit Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today...And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call 1-800-441-3758 & Ask for Ken Today Maple Valley center Jessica Cook (00) scores two of her 11 first quarter points in Thursday's game with Dansville. underneath. Erin Booher (6 points), Melissa Kirwin (2 points), Leslie Grant (2 points) and Bethany Poyer also stepped up and gave the Lady Lions quality minutes in a game that their star (Stine) missed. Kirwin was just coming back after missing the last few weeks. "She's (Kirwin) been out two and a half weeks and this was her first game back," Reese said. "It would have been extremely tough without (to win) her. We just wanted to play extremely hard and get some confidence." Maple Valley led by just 1 one (1-10) after the first quarter, but took a 31-24 lead at half thanks to a 20-point second quarter. Four players scored four points or more in the second, including Gearin who led with 6 markers. Dansville's Kim Pearce scored the opening five points of the third quarter (31-29), but Goris stopped that short Aggies' streak with a fastbreak layup (33-29) and points by Kirwin (35-29) and Cook (37­ 29) followed. By the end of the quarter, the Lady Lions led 43-31 and the Aggies top scorer Courtney Risner (14 points) had fouled out. Cook’s 17 point performance was a real lift for a team that needed one, according to Reese. "Very solid; she's starting to around now," Reese said. Cook and Gearin each pulled down 9 rebounds to lead the team, while Krolik had a great all-around game with 7 rebounds, 5 steals and 3 assists. Maple Valley opened the week with a . tough 63-62 overtime loss to Leslie. The See Lady Lions, P. 11 NOTICE VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS Leaves and brush will be collected on a regular basis beginning Monday, October 20, 1997. Please separate leaves from brush and place at edge of roadway. Nothing larger than 2” diameter will be collected and no plastic bags, please! Vermontville Village Council AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. GENERAL LABORS $7.70 hr. progressing to $9.20 hr. Seeking hard working individuals with a stick-to-it work ethic and enthusiastic willingness to work overtime. Company paid insurance; medical, dental, optical, life & disability 401K **10 paid holidays ** Educational reimbursement program ** Promotions from within ** Apprenticeship programs Must provide picture ID at time of interview. AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. Security Office 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, MI Monday thru Saturday ONLY 24 hours each day I E.O.E. । �Mdpte VoNey N»w», 7uMdby, October 14, _ Page II LADY LIONS, from Page 10 Lady Lions trailed 15-12 after one quarter, 35-31 at half and 46-39 after three quarters, but continued to charge ahead and tied the score 54-54 at the end of regulation. Stine led M.V.- against Leslie with 20 points, Goris added 14 markers and Cook tallied 12 points. Cook had 9 caroms, Goris 3 steals, Stine 3 assists and Krolik dished out 5 assists and made 4 steals. 8th grade gridders tie one Begerow and Pennington each tallied 9 pointss versus Olivet and Hughes managed 8 points. Pennington grabbed 10 rebounds, Begerow had 8 rebounds and Hughes made 6 steals. Hughes scored 11 and Smith 8 in the Union City contest. Smith also was the team's top rebounder with 6, while Hughes made 3 steals. Junior Varsity The JV squad recently dropped games to Bellevue (47-44), Pennfield (32-24), Olivet (38-32) and Union City (54-30). Amy Pennington scored 15 points, Dawn Spears 10 and Alexis Smith 7 versus Bellevue. Pennington also had 9 rebounds, while smith pulled down 8 boards and made 8 steals. Smith and Karla Hughes both scored 6 in he Pennfield game. Hughes and Jennie Begerow led the squad with 6 rebounds and Begerow made 7 steals. Youth basketball signups set Oct. 15 FASSETT BODY SHOP Maple Valley's Youth Basketball for boys and girls in the fourth-sixth grades will be having signups on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. in Maple Valley High School's cafeteria. The league offers intramural and travel team opportunities for young area basketball players. Signup sheets can be picked up in the school offices at Kellogg, Maplewood or at the signup event. Insurance Work • Rust Repair CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS I CREDIT PROBLEMS OK T JT FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE 8 Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Melissa Kirwin was a welcome addition to M.V.'s lineup Thursday as star Dawn Stine was not able to play. Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday GRIDDERS WIN, fromp.12 J Debt Consolidation 0) •n I • Cash for Any Purpose n Same Day Pre-Approval PUBLIC HEARING 0 $10,000 — $ 88/mo $30,000 — $265 /rno $80,000 — $707 /mo Fixed Rates yards. Jason Silsbee led the defensive efforts with 9 tackles, Wiser had 8, Brandon Hopkins 6, Tom Patrick 4 and Himeiss 4. John Terberg added an interception. Tim Smith, Jacob Skelton, Patrick and Terberg all were key performers in shutting down Lakewood's passing attack. Maple Valley and Lake wood battled to a 0-0 tie in eighth grade football action last Saturday. Lakewood had won the first game of the year between the two teams, so improvement was shown by the Maple Valley team and its defense. Jeremy Wiser rushed for 86 yards, Mike Himess 35 yards and Nick Jones gained 13 > co cI 0 APRWsioaomoioAC) > 0) I mortgage Center CALL 1-800-669-8957 *a PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on October 23,1997 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. PURPOSE: to hear public com­ ments on the adoption of a Tree Ordinance. (ioi> NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be pick­ ing up leaves starting October 27, 1997. Due to our new leaf machine will be able to pick up all leaves left at the road side even where there is no curb. PLEASE DON’T PUT LEAVES IN ROAD BEFORE OCTOBER 25, AND PLEASE NO BAGS OR BRUSH, THESE WILL NOT BE PICKED UP, Nashville DPW NOTICE NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Any Village resident, 18 years or older, interested in serving on the Village Council to fill the trustee seat being vacated by Steve May, please leave your name at the Village Office by October 23,1997. Andy Patrick scampered 44 yards for this Maple Valley touchdown in the second quarter. questionable first down. Maple Valley's defense, though, continued to pursue and kept the door open for the title-sharing triumph. "Ever since 1987, every class has won a conference title in either their junior or senior year," Mittelstaedt explained. "The nice thing is that this group keeps that string going." Patrick led the Lions with 23 tackles, Smith was in on 10 defensive stops and Harvey made 9 bonecrushers. Patrick also ran 10 times for 75 yards, while Chris Gonser had 25 yards on 7 attempts. Throwing the ball Wawiemia was 4-for-8 for 83 yards, including completions of 31 and 45 yards to VanAlstine. Due to an error in the advertisement for a public hearing held on October 9, 1997, the Village of Nashville will hold a new public hearing on October 23, 1997 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. PURPOSE: to hear public comments on: (1) the adoption of a Civil Infraction Ordinance; and (2) the adoption of an ordinance to amend several Village ordi­ nances, including the Zoning ordinance, to civil infraction violations, also includ­ ing an amendment to change the Noise Ordinance to a 24 hour restriction. The ordinances involved are on file in the Village office. Caledonia Farmers Elevator Co. TRUCKLOAD SALT SALE Service is our knack I Let us load it to save your back! Softener Salt □ HARDI-CUBE 50# Real Estate TORCH LAKE 20 miles North East of Traverse City. Views of Torch Lake and rolling meadows, mature maple hardwoods. Minutes to down­ town Alden/ Access to Torch Lake! 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Maple Valley, having seen a fourth down defensive stop result in a questionable St. Phil first down, maintained it cool and marched down the field in those waning minutes, scoring the game-winning points with 4:14 remaining. Jason Thompson, who gained 103 yards on 25 carries, scored on a 1-yard plunge and quarterback Trevor Wawiernia hit receiver Travis VanAlstine for two points to give the Lions a 16-9 advantage. "Our line did a little better job in the second half and our quarterback (Wawiernia) hit a few (key) pass plays," Mittelstaedt said. "J.T. came up big, but let's not forget the linemen." The M.V. defense also came up big as St. Phil threw two consecutive incomplete passes and were whistled for a penalty on its final drive. "Both teams showed quite a bit of desire, but our defense Maple Valleys Trent Harvey (73) grabs hold of St. Phil runner J.P. Bauman (38) as Lucas Flory (50) and Matt Rose (1) close in to help out on the play. held at the end," Mittelstaedt said. 'They (the defense) just stepped up when they had to." The game started as a real defensive battle. St. Phil got the ball first, but had to punt, thanks in part to a Trent Harvey tackle for a loss. On the Tigers' second possession, Wawiernia forced a fumble that Rich Smith recovered. Later in the half, Matt Rose and Smith combined on tackle that netted a negative one by St. Phil standout J.P. Bauman. Lucas Flory followed with a nice hit to force a third and nine and Bryan Faurot showed great quickness in making a shoe­ string tackle, also on Bauman. St. Phil, though, scored first when Thompson was tackled in the endzone by Bauman for a safety with 6:32 to play in the opening half. The safety may have helped Maple Valley more than St. Phil, although the Maple Valley coach said it wasn't by design. "We didn't plan on that happening," Mittelstaedt said. 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Prices good thru Saturday Ssssssssssss:s:ssss2ssssssssssssss:ss£sssssss£sssssxsssssssss£s££s£ss£ss£ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-10-21.pdf 153c27f96cf20c34d26f2bb67f83f7fd PDF Text Text hul > Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 43 — Tuesday, October 21, 1997 DeGroots to be homecoming parade's ‘grand marshals' by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Jack and Judy DeGroot are the grand marshals for this fall's Maple Valley High School homecoming parade. The couple, nominated by student council members, have been active supporters of school activities, dishing out free pizza or ice cream for spe­ cial occasions and offering "that very first" job for many teens in the area. When asked about the honor of being a grand mar­ shal, Jack replied, "The com­ munity has given us back much more than we have given. Many people in the area, however, will disagree. Just a few of the couple's "donations to the community" are sponsoring bowling teams, softball and basketball teams, offering discounts on pizza for school functions, and coupons for free ice cream and sometimes even free pizza, as incentives for school reading programs. Those teams, by the way, aren't just from Nashville and Vermontville, they include Lake Odessa and Hastings, too. When asked last year ifthey could donate some pizza for the annual CROP Walk fund­ raiser, rather than offering one or two, Jack's reply was, "How many do you want?" They are also known as "good Samaritans" on a daily basis, for all of the little things they do in the community, like providing Kent Meade, a local man with disabilities free meals. The couple decided to make a go of the restaurant business back in 1985. Goodtime Pizza The couple, nominated by student council members, have been active supporters of school activities, dishing out free pizza or ice cream for special occasions and offering “that very first” job for many teens in the area. was then housed in a small store front on Main Street. The little shop where there was always pizza and good times was kind of a dream for this couple, who had struggled like many others while raising a family. They said they just wanted a good, cheap place to eat. Jack, the youngest of four ‘My Fair Lady’ next production at Maple Valley High School "My Fair Lady" is coming to the Maple Valley High School Auditorium next month. The cast will feature Travis McIntire portraying Prof. Henry Higgins and Liz Stanton and Megann Patrick doubling up for the part of Eliza Doolittle. The show is now just four weeks away, with productions scheduled for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 20, 21, and 22, and director/producer Norma Jean Acker and music directors Bill Reynolds and Ryan Rosin are busy working with cast members and chore­ ographer Vickie Diebold, to put the finishing touches on the musical. There will be other familiar faces on stage for this production as well as some new ones. Cast members in addition to McIntire, Stanton and Patrick, will include Craig McDougal, Cory Pethick, Kristen Frith, Chris Dunham, Tim Rumsey, Carrie Balko, Julia Draper, Shilo Beals, Beth Sleeper, Niki Wilson, Dan Faure, Annie Wells, Gwen McDougal, Amanda Volz, Jessica Hummel, Amanda Finkler, Kimberly Knoll, Jared Volz, Erin Car­ ney, Annie Carney, Melissa Kirwin, Becky Wilson, Hay­ ley Todd and Andy Patrick. . "Be sure to put that week­ end on your calendar," said Acker. "We have planned three evening shows and a Saturday matinee hoping that everyone can enjoy this show." All seats for "My Fair Lady" will be $3 and tickets will be available at the door onljt boys, said that he did a lot of the cooking at home while growing up, so he certainly could handle things in the kitchen. Judy had a reputation for being great with people, so waiting tables wouldn't be difficult for her. "We always loved to go to Vi­ tales in Hastings because we could get good pizza always served on a glass plate, and it was affordable with four small children," said Jack. "When we purchased Goodtime, we wanted that kind of place in Nashville." It was in fact the only place in town where pop was just 50 cents a pitcher and there were free refills. "We didn't make any money off the pop, and still don't" he said. "But it is important that you have your favorite soda with your pizza or sub." The menu back then didn't include daily specials or all 22 flavors of pop, like today, or famous Hudsonville ice cream, but word about Judy's secret sauce and subs spread, and soon the business began to flourish. They needed more room if business was to continue to Grand Marshals, Jack and Judy DeGroot will be among those in the parade line-up Friday night to celebrate Homecoming. In addition to making great pizza and subs, this couple has been very generous to the community and to Maple Valley School throughout the years. grow and finally took what they describe as " the big plunge," moving to their pre­ sent location five years ago." "I went from chief cook and bottle washer to taking charge of almost 70 employees," Judy laughed. "When we discussed our plans with local bankers, everyone said, 'What in the world are you building that big place for'?" Jack said. "But we went with our gut feeling and we are pretty busy." Goodtime, which now in- See DeGroots, P. 4 Schools celebrate Homecoming Remember "My Fair Lady" Norma Acker's production of that musical will hit the Maple Valley auditorium stage in just a few weeks, watch the Maple Valley News for details. In the meantime a few of the cast members agreed to a photo, (back from left) Dan Faure, Tia Poll, Cory Pethick, ShiloBeals, Tim Rumsey, Julia Draper (second row) Craig McDougal, Liz Stanton, Travis McIntire (the big big star!) Megann Patrick, Beth Sleeper, Amanda Volz (front row) Kristen Frith, Jessica Hummel, Kimberly Knoll, Annie Carney, Annie Wells, and Carrie Balko. It's Homecoming Week at Maple Valley, and many ac­ tivities are planned to make this year a memorable one. For the first time in many years, powder puff football again will be on the ’schedule, junior and senior girls are busy learning plays, while the guys are looking for old cheer­ leading uniforms, hoping to find the right fit for tomorrow (Wednesday) night's game at the Fuller Street Field in Nashville. That game will be­ gin at 6 p.m., with a bonfire following for high school stu­ dents. Admission is $2 and all proceeds will go to help fund student council activities. There's also lots of fun ac­ tivities during each day at the high school this week, includ­ ing things like Career Day, Blue and White Day, Class Color Day and Twin Day, and each class is putting the fin­ ishing touches on floats for the parade and halftime com­ petition. This year's homecoming court includes Erin Booher, Danielle Watson, Alexis Smith, Heidi Eberly, Travis VanAlstine, Jason Thompson, Dawn Stine, Kyle Kines, Da­ cia Davis, Scott VanEngen, Jason Warriner and David Tay­ lor. Friday night's parade, be­ ginning at 6 p.m., will feature the court, the Maple Valley marching band, the all-new alumni band and grand mar­ shals Jack and Judy DeGroot ofNashville. In This Issue... • “Kiss the Pig” competition balloting was closest ever • Grace Community celebrates ‘King of Rock’, ‘King of Salvation’ event • Lions run for SMAA League perfection, beat Bellevue • Maple Valley bands square off for ‘challenge’ �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 2 St. Phil included a 158-101 St. Phils former coach Mike Hume dies Saturday A longtime friend of the area athletic, scengj Mike HurldHlicd Saturday afternoon in BkttleJCreek. Hilme; 61, was reported to have died of a heart attack in a one-car accident. He was pronounced dead at Battle Creek Health System. Hume is survived by his wife, Lorrie; a son, John P. (Tracie); a brother, William and five nieces. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Margaret Mary on Aug. 8, 1982, his parents and an infant brother, t John Sullivan. Hume grew up in Muskegon, graduated from Muskegon Catholic High School in 1955 and Western Michigan University in 1959. He then received a masters degree in recreation from Penn State University in 1960. GOODTIME PIZZA 501 North Main, Nashville 852-1985 While at Penn State, Hume coached freshmen football under legendary mentor Joe Patemo. Hume's commitment to high school sports started at Hesperia High (1960-61) arid continued at Marcellus (1961­ 64), St. Philip (1964-91) and Bellevue (1993-1997) high schools. He was the head football coach and athletic director at St. Phil and the athletic director at Bellevue. His coaching highlights included the mythical state championship at St. Phil in 1974, an outright championship for the Tigers in 1985 and state track titles in the 1960s. In 1987, Hume was inducted into the Michigan High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame. His 28 years of coaching football at and with programs at Willard Beach. He also served as a Michigan High School Association Athletic (M.H.S.A.A.) official for 35 years. A vigil service will be held at St. Philip Catholic Church at 8 p.m. Tuesday (Oct. 21). Rev. Fr. William J. Fitzgerald will be officiating the funeral services at St. Philip-Catholic Church at 11 a.m. Wednesday .(Oct. 22). Memorial contributions can be made to the Catholic Athletic Association or the Bellevue Athletic Boosters. overall record. "It was a total commitment for him," Maple Valley basketball coach Jerry Reese said. "He really supported his coaches as an athletic director and had the ability to get every contest he could sponsor. Mike worked extremely hard in athletics at St. Phil and at Bellevue." 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Sheen once stated, “Never measure your generosity by what you give, but rather by what you have left.” Each year, it seems that everything we purchase increases in price, and rising prices have become a way of life. Perhaps each year we should review dur dona­ tions to our place of worship and determine if we should increase our support. It is easy to get into the habit of tithing the same amount year after year, not realizing that our church also has expenses that are constantly increasing. Of course, a person’s standard of living could go down due to any number of reasons, and these factors would have to be considered when deter­ mining one’s support for their church. In the Bible, a poor widow donated two little copper coins worth only about a penny to the temple treasury. Jesus told His disciples that she put more in the offering box than all of the others because, poor as she was, she gave from her need. 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Comer of Baseline & Chu rch Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. W.ednesday Family Night Service .................... 7 p.m. .PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship - ............ 1 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON Sunday School.............9:30. a.m. Worship Senrice .............. 1 a.m. 301 Fuller St., Nashville Sunday School ................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11a.m. P.M. Worship .......... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. REV. ALAN METTLER Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebratio 10 a.m. Contemporary Senrice, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ............ -.9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship-Time ......... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................ 10:50 a.m. SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road -Sunday A.M, Worship ......................10:30a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship PASTOR RANDY SMITH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A..M. Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................ 11 a.m. A mission of St Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School................... ,10 a.m. A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service .......................... 6 p.m. 250 N. Main St, Vermontville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St, Nashville Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service ........................ 11 a.m. P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ......................7 p.m; PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday School Worship.......... A.fter School Special Wed 0 a.m. 1 airm 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ............. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service . .6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service'..... .7 p.m. AWANA ........... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Senrice............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer yer .................. .................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School ................. 10 a.m. Church Service ................... 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 3 Fund-raiser to help make Peach Bowl trip happen Maple Valley bands to square off Oct. 25 in ‘challenge Alumni, all "former" band members, will battle with the Maple Valley High School band for the first time ever this Saturday evening (Oct. 25) in the "Alumni Chal­ lenge." The audience will decide the winner, by means of applause, and there will be lots of help from local ministers as judges to "keep everyone honest." The Alumni Challenge contest between the Maple Valley High School band and former band members was or­ ganized late last summer as a means to raise funds for the current band's trip to the Peach Bowl in January. All those who played, marched or twirled a baton during their high school years have been invited to partici­ pate in some fun competition, the winner of which will be selected by fans this Saturday, beginning at 8 p.m. When organized, there was no pre-requisite or auditions for the alumni band, only the desire to get out there and have a good time. Since then, many old Nashville, Ver­ montville and Maple Valley graduates have gathered for "secret" practice sessions, hoping to show up current band members. Maple Valley News was "tipped off regarding one of those practices and managed to get a few photos of the group. There will be drummers, horns, flag girls and even ma­ jorettes (they have promised not to wear their high school attire) and all are learning new routines under the direction of Brian Sleeper. The group has been borrow­ ing equipment from the band room. Meanwhile, current band members aren't spending a lot of time preparing for the event, all very sure that they will come out as the winners of this competition, beating out the old-timers. Their sights are set on the Peach Bowl, and though New Year’s weekend seems a long ways off, there is a lot of work to do. They were among only a few bands across the United States to receive an invitation to appear in the halftime show at the Peach Bowl. Maple Valley was chosen because of past performances at various competitions. The trip, how­ ever, will be quite expensive and the Alumni Challenge is one of many fund-raisers planned to defray costs. Those attending the Alumni Challenge are asked to make a free-will donation and should plan to arrive at the high school about 7:30 p.m. The challenge will begin promptly at 8 p.m. "We hope for lots of sup­ port from the community in this and future fund-raisers," said band director Dennis Van- Doe's anyone remember these faces from high school? Though they couldn't find their attire from their marching days in high school, they have located their batons and are busy practicing routines for Saturday's battle with the Maple Valley High School band. derhoef. "Everyone should be really proud of these kids and the kind ofjob they have been doing." Will Vanderheofs band pre­ vail, or will the alumni group and director Brian Sleeper show them up? When asked just how things were coming together and whether they could beat Vanderhoefs band, majorette Lynn Blakely said with a smile, "Who is Dennis VanderHoef? Maple Valley fans are going to remember Brian Sleeper and the old folks after Saturday night!" School Lunch Menu Alumni practices have really been fun, though not always productive! Former drummers, sax and flute players are gearing up for Saturday. Don't miss the first ever "Alumni Challenge". Maplewood Wednesday, Oct. 22 Taco, corn bread and honey, whole kernel com, peaches. Thursday, Oct. 23 Good Time Pizza, green beans, pear halves. Friday, Oct. 24 Chicken fries, potato wedges, peaches, oatmeal, muffin square. Monday, Oct. 27 Cheeseburger, carrot sticks, pineapple, treat. Tuesday, Oct. 28 Spaghetti, roll and honey, green beans, applesauce. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 22 Choose One — Taco, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — garden salad, whole kernel com, peaches, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 23 Choose one Mac and cheese, pizza, chicken sand­ wich. Choose two — garden salad, green beans, pear MEMBERS OF BARRYEATON BOARD OF REALTORS MAPLE VALLEY Rea' Estate ' A. . A & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE 227 N. 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(V-68) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 4 Eaton County 4-H holds fall festival Beth Mulvaney of Vermontville used a pumpkin as the vase for her fall centerpiece. The first Fall Festival, coordinated by Eaton County 4-H youth programs, was held Sept. 30, at the 4-H Building in Charlotte, with 30 par­ ticipants, ranging in age from 5 to 77, displaying almost 60 different entries. Scarecrows took the form of farmers, sheep, the Maple Valley mascot, a flower child and Frankenstein, complete with flashing green eyes. Vegetable dressup and pain­ ting turned zucchinis into clowns, yellow squash into chickens, a cucumber into an eagle, a pumpkin into Cinderella’s carriage and pat­ ty pan squash into turtles. The smallest pumpkin measured less than eight inches cir­ cumference and the heaviest weighed in at more than 130 pounds. Those attending joined in the fun and festive atmosphere while mulching on homemade pie from the pie social. The highlight of the evening was when the pumpkins were weighed and door prizes were drawn. The evening ended with people dreaming and scheming about their entries for next year. Judges were Nita Lomax, Warren Cook, Dottie Berkompas and George Silva. Donating prizes for the evening were Tirrell Farms, Eaton Gardens, Witte Or­ chards, Hastays Greenhouse, Conklin Cider Mill, Eaton Farm Bureau Co-op, Roseacre Greenhouse, Coast to Coast, Lowell and Betty Cook Blueberry Farm, Starr Gardens, Apple Schram Or­ chard, Garden Fresh, Carl and Anne Pease, Pumpkin Patch Lane and Cindy Southworth. Proceeds from the evening will be used for the construc­ tion of a grow lab, which can be used in Eaton County classrooms. Autumn Pierce from Vermontville kneels next to the cool cat she constructed for the scarecrow contest. DEGROOTS, continued from frontpage eludes a game room, usually is packed at lunch and dinner time, and not just with teenagers, as one might imagine. There are folks of all ages who are regular customers. "It is a really good atmosphere for teens after ball games and just to bring the family to dinner," said Judy. She added that there are also many senior citizens who en­ joy stopping in to visit. Employees at Goodtime are what Judy describes as a "good mix," some adults to keep things in perspective, teenagers experiencing their first opportunity to make some money and learn the re­sponsibility of a job, and college students who she describes as "always willing to work” "They are very dependable because they all need the money,' she laughed. Many of those employees have been with the DeGroots since first opening the doors at Goodtime Pizza. It has provided the means for what Jenny Reynolds described as a great job, she likes the DeGroot's and her work so well that she has now been there for 10 years, beginning as a waitress and dishwasher when just 14 years old. "I came into work with my mom one day and soon I was working at Goodtime too," she said. "Jack and Judy have Immunization clinic planned at HGB health fair ...to improve your image with affordable, high quality printing. Forget bean counting — get the quality you need to compete with the best. •Full staff creative services. • Full and spot color printing. • Business forms - business cards. • "On-demand" copying. The best place for the best business printing at the best price — guaranteed. can: 945-9554 Fax: 945-5192 The Barry-Eaton District Health Department will offer immunizations at the HayesGreen-Beach Wellness Center in Charlotte, in conjunction with the HGB Health Fair, from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 8. No appointment is necessary, but parents should bring their child’s immuniza­ tion records. The next Saturday im­ munization clinic will be held Saturday, Dec. 13, at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. For more information, call Deborah Hook or Jan Basiaga at the Barry-Eaton District Health Department at (517) 541-2647, or (517) 541-2646. been good to me, my job there helped to put me through college and now with two children, they work with me on a flexible schedule." Jenny's mom, Sue Raffler became an employee shortly after the pizza parlor opened, and has since seen many changes. She has held the title of pizza maker, dishwasher, waitress, delivery person, and manager, and says that some days she plays all of those roles depending upon what is needed. What Sue enjoys most about her work is the way in which Jack and Judy treat her and other employees. She said that it is Jacks wisdom that has made the business successful. "The success of Goodtime Pizza is definitely due to Jack's wisdom in business management," she said. "He knows where to cut costs when needed. He always makes everything at Goodtime from scratch too , that's why it is so good." The restaurant has also been a "great family" experience. The couple's four children, Sara, Judy, Tracy and Tom, all worked alongside mom and dad, learning first hand what kind of dedication and hard work owning one's own busi­ ness is. It was also a lot of fun. "Sara, our youngest was helping out from the time she was 10 years old," said Judy proudly. "And our Tracy is still our right hand man!" Now the couple's four grandchildren also frequent Goodtime, though they aren't yet old enough to be put to work. "They just like to raid the candy counter," said their grandfather. Seeing Jack and Judy in the parade lineup Friday evening will bring back memories for many, those pizzas, time in the game room, or that free ice cream as a reward for an "A" in reading. The DeGroots have been a part ofmany kids' lives while growing up, and they said that it's those kids who make the pizza business all worthwhile. "That's what we like the most about the restaurant is the kids," said Judy, "watch­ ing them grow up." | Family “SHOP & SNACK” Night ? Friday, October 24 • 4:30-6:30 P.M. Homemade Soup • Sandwiches • Sloppy Joes • Salads • Pie • Beverages bazaar/bake sale Peace United Methodist Church 4 Miles West of Nashville, Comer M-79 and Barryville Road Everyone Welcome! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 5 Kiss the Pig’ competition balloting was closest ever! ters all over Nashville and Vermontville plastered with their mug shots and it became a big game for each to outdo one another. .When this year's results were announced, the Maple by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Has anyone seen Bob Mans­ field this week, or is he still in hiding after kissing a pig in front of all those Lion fans? And just who was that lady behind the face of Miss Piggy, anyway? Those who missed the Li­ ons' victory over Battle Creek St. Phillip and the annual "Kiss the Pig" contest last Friday also missed a barrel of laughs. Though the contest is an annual event, this year could be dubbed the funniest yet, with the addition of Miss Piggy, who waltzed through­ out the audience and stole kisses from unsuspecting fans. It is also the first time in history that results of the contest were so close. Valley Scholarship Founda­ tion was more than $900 richer. Mansfield was declared the 1997 Kiss the Pig winner, but Sharlot Sours was a "very close second." Sours, a longtime teacher at JEFF WEILER REALTOR-ASSOCIATE® COLDIUGIX BANKGRQ Expect the best.* Multi-Million Dollar Producer Sterling Society Award Winner Miss Piggy, played by Julie Khouri kept the audience in stitches throughout the football game! * J*™. .I*,;11***, This year's contestants, Dr. Mike Callton, Stephanie Thorne, Dave Mace, Scott Lenz, Sharlot Sours and Bob Mansfield, began collecting voters' loose change a few weeks ago. There were canis- Im Ik* k BUYING OR SELLING? Barry County Commission on Aging menu set nt Tfc’jsfcni.. MB,' s; St6it. in toshibb;: at ■t CB H j^i |aB fan es ues LOVELY TERRIFIC HOME NEWER RANCH FOR A YOUNG •SiraJuEj; mj,tkttjan kpumit CJtajiitui TinbjIklKi buiai^HE r bji bj .bii.ssu iib«itkp« Winner, Bob Mansfield plants a big smooch on Jordan the Pig in front of Maple Valley fans. Sharlot Sours came in a very close second, missing her chance to kiss the pig by only 55 cents! ' i«bA ’MlNltil Your job on earth was through, We knew it wouldn't be long, and you'd be going home real soon. God looked down upon the earth, and saw your tired face. He put His arms around you and lifted you to rest. God's home must be beautiful, for He only takes the best. He knew you were weary, He knew you were in pain. He knew you would never be well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, and the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids and whispered... "Virgil, it's time.” Our lives haven't been the same without you. We love you and miss you so much! Your Wife, Children, Grandchildren, Great-grandchild Wednesday, Oct. 22 Salisbury steak, mashed potato, mixed vegetable, man­ darine oranges, dinner roll, margarine. Thursday, Oct. 23 Chicken cacciatorie over pasta, peas, diced carrots; pears, garlic bread. Friday, Oct. 24 Veal birds w/gravy, parsley potatoes, squash, cookie, bread, margarine. Monday, Oct. 27 Chicken supreme w/onion and green pepper, red potato, lima beans, dessert, bread, margarine. Tuesday, Oct. 28 Chili con came, com, green beans, applesauce, muffin. Events Wednesday, Oct. 22 — Hastings, crafts, blood pressure day; Nashville, social day; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, puzzle day. Thursday, Oct. 23 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Oct. 24 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Oct. 27 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, game day. Tuesday, Oct. 28 — Hastings, puzzle day; Kathy MMAP, Lincoln Meadows. • 2 baths w • 1st floor laundry • Formal dining • Large deck • All appliances Large yard • Close to school • Home warranty • VERMONTVILLE GREAT FAMILY HOME! RIVERFRONT HOME so\jU 2+ ACRE WOODED LOT 250 FT. 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When walking into the high school Sunday morning, guests took a trip back in time to an era with poodle Sundays' Homecoming celebration included a salute to Elvis. Many of his old tunes just made you want to dance! skirts, saddle shoes, slicked back hair, and music from the king of rock 'n roll, Elvis Presley. Another special at­ traction was a visit from Elvis' stepbrother, Rick Stan­ ley. Those who made it out to the high school by 10 a.m. couldn't help but notice the welcoming smell of pancakes and syrup from the kitchen where members of the Maple Valley -Track Club were at work preparing breakfast for a hungry crowd. Grace Com­ munity had furnished the fix­ ings and track club members were busy mixing and flip­ ping flapjacks and waiting ta­ bles to earn money for up­ coming events. Remember those drive-in restaurants during the fifties, where you got a cherry coke and burger from a waitress on roller skates? Though there wasn't any maple syrup on their trays, those waitresses were there. When breakfast hour was over, the track club was more than $900 richer and those at­ tending the event were ready to work off those calories in the high school gym with games very similar to those at a high school pep rally. Though there was dancing in the hallways, and lots of classic cars in the parking lot, the high school gym is where most gathered around 11 a.m., when the games and a tribute Continued next page— Looks kind of like a high school pep rally doesn't it? Grace Community's Homecoming celebration included lots of audience participation. This game played with beach balls was loads of fun! Cheek Out Our Low Prices! K dak a j| VQwO Nature Made 200 Speed 24 Exp. 250 mg. 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A large screen production of Elvis' life and career in music brought back memories for those in the crowd who had grown up dur­ ing the fifties and sixties. It also kept the attention of younger members of the audi­ ence who knew about Presley, but had no idea of how he made it to the top of the charts. It all began in 1953 when Elvis, just 18 at the time, stopped by a recording studio during his lunch hour and cut his first record as a gift to his mother. Soon afterward, his first big hit, "Heartbreak Ho­ tel," hit the charts and the rest is familiar history. After his singing career was under way howevej^ he traded in his "blue suede shoes" for Army fatigues and began serv­ ing in for the U.S. forces in 1958. With his return from overseas began his tours across the United States and his troubles with prescription drugs. At the age of 42, he died suddenly in 1977 from an overdose. Through the film and through a talk by Stanley, his step brother, Sunday's audi­ ence got a much different view of Elvis, who aside from be­ ing a star, was also very sen­ sitive and caring. Some say that his perfor­ mances on tour and in motion pictures had a great impact on their lives. No one, however, felt the impact like Stanley did. Stanley's life began in Eu­ rope where he was one of three boys growing up with­ out much except the constant abuse of an alcoholic father. "At the age of 4, my mom came home and found me ly­ ing unconscious on the bath­ room floor, I had been knocked around by my dad,” he said. Rick's life soon change for­ ever. His mother had met Vernon Presley (Elvis' father) and wanted out ofthe bad rela­ tionship with her husband. She brought her three young boys to the United States and left them in a foster care home. They didn't hear from her for 10 months. "I used to .get punished while there because I wouldn't stay in my bed at night," said Stanley. "I would crawl to my younger brother's cot and reas­ sure him that mom was com­ ing back for us.” She did come back eventu­ ally, and the welcoming committee included Vernon. "I noticed this big beautiful car pulling up," said Rick. "Mom got out to greet us with this man I had never met and announced her divorce from my father. She introduced Vernon to the boys, telling them that he was Elvis Presley's dad, which at the time meant nothing to Stanley, who was only 6 years old. "All I heard about all the way to Memphis was Elvis Presley," said Stanley. "I had no idea who Elvis was, but when we arrived at Graceland and I saw this big house, I was impressed." He added, "At that point anyone with an IQ bigger than a Tator Tot could figure out that this guys was someone pretty special. Every Homecoming celebration has a King & □ueen! This cute little couple is Austin Coplin and Alivia Johncock. Later that day, he would meet a group of guys that he later worked with alongside "The King" while on tour, and he woke the next morning g to something no less than spec tacular. "Elvis was a very generous man," he said. "And he had spent all night preparing something very special for his new brothers." See Grace community, P. 8 There was lots to do for all ages at the Homecoming Celebration. Hula Hoops seemed to be pretty popular among the kids! All New and Used Trucks will have Bottom Line Price in window Club Cabs, Diesels V1O, 1/2 Ton, 3/4 Ton, 1 Tons luilininilllllinillllllllllb All On Sale 4x4, 4x4 Duallys, Auto., 5 Speed 1997 NEW 4x4 Grace Community provided the fixin's and the Maple Valley Track Club was busy mixin' and flippin' in the kitchen making breakfast. The track club earned over $900 that morning. Vermontville Veterinary Service Tamera K. Cohoon Reist, DVM 2065 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville, MI Introducing a new federally accredited veterinary service in the Vermontville area. This is a Clearance Sale, They All Must Go!!! Hastings, Available services include: Equine reproductive and general medicine Lameness and pre-purchase exams Dairy production medicine HI CHRYSLER • PLYMOUTH • DODGE • JEEP • EAGLE • All other farm species Also camelids and captive cervidae See... Barrie Signs, Alissa Davis, Cathie Wood, Ron O'Laughlin, Nick Bravata, Bob Vrogian Cell Ph.: (517) 242-4928 Voice Mail: (517) 580-4128 Home Ph. (517) 726-0792 1455 W. State Street, Hastings Phone 945-9383 or 1-800-888-6164 OPEN: Mon & Wed. 8:30 am - 8 pm; Thurs., Fri. 8:30 am - 6 pm; Sat. 9 am -1 pm �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 8 GRACE COMMUNITY, continued from Page 7. He went on to say that he came downstairs to three of everything the next morning — a real jackpot! "There were three new bikes, even three swing sets,” he said. "Elvis had sent one of his employees shopping and then stayed up all night preparing the surprise and waiting to see the look on the boys' faces." "We hit the mother load," Stanley remembered telling his brothers. He lived with Elvis for the next 17 years said that though very famous and very busy, he was also very loving and car­ ing. Life on the road, how­ ever, was difficult, and soon Stanley was in the drug scene. It was about the same time that Elvis was going through a divorce, and took what Stan- NEED SOMETHING PRINTED? Color, Block and White... Lots or just a few. Cql!... J-Ad Graphics 945-9554 TODAY ley described as "a nose dive." "He didn’t care about his personal appearance or about his manners," he said. "He was changing right before my eyes." His "problem" with pre­ scription drugs then led to dis­ aster, and he was found dead on the bathroom floor one August morning in 1977. Through all of those trying times, a friend named Robyn, who later became Stanley's wife, stood by his side, and finally convinced him to go to church. "I just kept saying nope," said Stanley. "Don't you get it? People around church don't like people like me." Finally he was convinced to He told his audience of an experience that he will never forget, a visit from a young man who had been in the au- Dunhams to celebrate 50th anniversary Cheering section’s efforts were “wonderful To the editor: Between drug busts, van­ dalism, and loitering, the youths of our area have had plenty of front page coverage. We think there is another group of young people who Leaves and brush will be collected on a regular basis beginning Monday, October 20, 1997. Please separate leaves from brush and place at edge of roadway. Nothing larger than 2” diameter will be collected and no plastic bags, please! Vermontville Village Council Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb I J 1 ] 517-726-0577 Mien. tic. #23-1748" need to be recognized for their could be no question in any efforts. They are the student Maple Valley players’ minds, cheering section that support who these kids felt were the Maple Valley football winners. team. Keep up the good work and It has been several years ’the noise, people! You’re do­ since this kind of encourage­ ing a fantastic job of letting ment and noise have followed the complainers know what our team, whether at home or real Maple Valley students are away. These students are giv­ all about — spirit, encourage­ ing it their all, with their ment and ‘Valley pride! hearts and voices. When this Tony and Charlie Wawiemia group surged to the ropes dur­ Vermontville ing the St. Philip game, there The children of Frank and Esther Dunham will be honoring their parents' 50th wedding anniversary on November 1, 1997 at the First Congregational Church in Vermontville, Michigan. Friends and family are invited to celebrate the occasion from 2 to 5 p.m. No gifts, please, just your presence. Loans For Homeowners call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 CF campaign nets $870.25 Dear editor: The people of Nashville spent much time and effort this last September to help the 30,000 children and young adults who are afflicted with cystic fibrosis in this country. These very special people, our dedicated volunteers, rais­ ed $870.25 to support research, education, and treat­ ment for victims of this fatal disease. We are extremely grateful for the generosity of our community. It is with particular appreciation that we acknowledge the contribution of our marchers... the folks who tirelessly went door-todoor educating the public. In recent years, researchers have made great advances in the cause and treatment of CF. Because of contributions, PUBLIC NOTICE ON AMENDING THE BUDGET The Township board of the Township of Vermontville will hold a public hearing to amend the 1997/98 budget. The budget hearing will be held after the regularly scheduled Board Meeting on Thursday October 30,1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the Vermontville Opera House, located at 219 S. Main Street, Vermontville, Michigan. The purpose of this hearing will be to include the mileage rates as part of the budget. THE PROPERTY TAX MILEAGE RATES PROPOSED TO BE LEVIED TO SUPPORT THE PROPOSED BUDGET WILL BE A SUBJECT OF THE HEARING. 100 dience when he spoke at an area high school. That man had been a big Elvis fan, and was, among other things, a crack cocaine addict. He brought the ticket as a gift to Stanley for saving him from his addiction. "Because of what you said, I was able to break my addition to crack cocaine," the young man said to him. Stanley said that Roscoe also had an influence on his life, so he wanted to leave a "gift" also. He left some other "gifts" with his Grace Community audience — a greater under­ standing of the king ofrock 'n roll and of "The King of The Rock of Salvation." From Our Readers NOTICE VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS 270 N. Pease Rd Vermontville 'try the church scene" and after 20 minutes in the minister's office, he had been touched by another "King." The two were married soon afterward and he began work in the ministry. He uses his experiences with "The King of Rock and Roll" to introduce young people to "The King of Salvation," much like he did on Sunday in front of "Grace fans." Stanley even brought along a ticket stub from Elvis's last concert, which he presented to Pastor Don Roscoe. research will be able to con­ tinue. Each effort brings us closer to a cure. It is within reach. Judy Hook CF campaign coordinator, Nashville Pets PUBLIC HEARING The Village of Nashville will hold a public hearing on October 23,1997 in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. PURPOSE: to hear public com­ ments on the adoption of a Tree Ordinance. (wij FOUND- Between Nashville and Hastings; small white female cat. 852-0777 Real Estate TORCH LAKE 20 miles North East of Traverse City. Views of Torch Lake and rolling meadows, mature maple hardwoods. Minutes to down­ town Alden/ Access to Torch Lake! Title, survey cleared building site included. $25000. Easy land contract terms. Acerage Bordering state land! Great hunting, close to snowmo­ bile trails. Access offmaintained road. $13,900. GREAT LAKES LAND COMPANY 616-258-8067 NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be pick­ ing up leaves starting October 27, 1997. Due to our new leaf machine will be able to pick up all leaves left at the road side even where there is no curb. PLEASE DON’T PUT LEAVES IN ROAD BEFORE OCTOBER 25, AND PLEASE NO BAGS OR BRUSH, THESE WILL NOT BE PICKED UP. Nashville DPW Help Wanted ATTENTION: NOW HIRING. Local factory outlet has eleven entry level positions in customer service department Starting $395 per week. Company tr aining provided. For interview call 616-243-9255. LOCAL SHORT HAUL CARRIER Seeking company drivers, heme every night and every weekend. Clean MVR, three years experience. Full time with full benefits. Call between 8amand4pm616-877-0003 ext 111 or 112._______________ PICK RED DELICIOUS APPLES and help me harvest this wonderful crop. The work is hard but pleasant. Work full time or part time. Earn money for Christmas. Caleb’s, Vermontvil­ le. 517-726-1102. Closed Sunday. NOTICE NASHVILLE RESIDENTS Any Village resident, 18 years or older, interested in serving on the Village Council to fill the trustee seat being vacated by Steve May, please leave your name at the Village Office by October 23,1997. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 9 ‘Holistic Health’ seminar planned in Charlotte Obituaries Brent Allen Jewell LAKE ODESSA Brent Allen Jewell, age 36, of Lake Odessa, passed away Saturday, October 11,1997 as a result of a car accident. Mr. Jewell was bom on January 16, 1961 in Lansing, he attended Lakewood High School where he earned his diploma. In 1979 he enlisted in the United States Army where he served in the Military Police and was honorably discharged. He was presently employed at Mollers in Grand Rapids as a Welder. Brent and Paula Kruger were married in 1981. Brent had a great love for the outdoors and was and avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife, Paula; one son, Spencer and a daughter, Amber, all at home; a brother, Todd ofOkemos; his mother, Evelyn Jewell and father, Robert Jewell of Sunfield; one sister, Tara Clark ofSunfield; a step sister, Cindy Jewell of California; one step brother, Robert Allen Jewell of Belding; his grandmother, Reverend Emma Jewell of Lansing and his grandfather, Paul Dvnkin of Faulmouth. Brent will be sadly missed by his family and many friends. A full military service was held at the Sunfield Cemetery as well as the funeral service on Wednesday, October 15, 1997. Reverend Harris Hoekwater officiated. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in memory of Brent, 1323 Pleas­ ant St., Lake Odessa, MI 48849. Funeral arrangements were made by Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Doc Edward Summers VERMONTVILLE - Doc Edward Summers, age 79, of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, October 12, 1997. Mr. Summers was bom on August 17, 1918 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Arthur and Helen (Shay) Summers, Sr. He was married to Ruth Ann Barnard on December 24, 1939. They were married for 57 years. Mr. Summers was a farmer in the Sunfield and Portland area for many years. He was a World War II Veteran serving in the Navy, a former 4-H lead­ er and a member of the Vermontville United Method­ ist Church. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Ann Summers; eight children, Rachel Speck of Lansing, Sue (Howard) Hollo­ way ofHoughton Lake, Tom J. Summers of Mason, Stephen (Sharon) Summers of Vermontville, Frances Dillard of Charlotte, Catherine (Robert) Brown of Bellevue, Richard (Kathryn) Summers of Charlotte and Marjory Brunet­ te ofWyoming; sixteen grand­ children; seven great grand­ children; one sister, Florence Sandbor of Portland and Aunt Dorothy (Russell) Blackman of Portland. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 16,1997 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel in Sunfield. Reverend Jeff Bowman of Vermontville United Methodist Church offi­ ciated. Interment took place in the Sunfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vermont­ ville United Methodist Church in memory of Doc Summers. Margaret H. Heinze_________ MULLIKEN - Margaret H. Heinze, age 86, of Mulliken, Ames of Manchester, and passed away Wednesday, CHARLOTTE Sarah E. Ames, age 86, of Charlotte Herbert (Connie) Ames of Char­ October 15, 1997 at her passed away Sunday, October lotte; four granddaughters; five residence. Mrs. Heinze was born on great grandchildren; brother, 19, 1997. Sarah was bom January 13, Adrian Smith of Kentucky; October 30, 1910 in Oneida 1911 in Sunfield Township, the several nieces and nephews. Township, Eaton County, the The family will receive visi­ daughter of Ralph J. and daughter of Joseph and Jose­ tors Tuesday, October 21, 1997 Blanch (Drake) Lipsey. She phine (Van Buren) Smith. She was a farmer’s wife and from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at Pray graduated from Grand Ledge Funeral Home. mother. High School and County Funeral services will take Normal. Sarah was a member of the place on Wednesday, October Gresham United Methodist She was married to Thraves Church, the united Methodist 22, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at Pray L. Heinze on June 8, 1935. Funeral Home with Reverend Women, Just-A-Mere Club, The Mrs. Heinze enjoyed visits Eaton Association for FCE, the Jeff Bowman officiating. Interment will be at Maple and corresponding with her West Chester Extension Group family and friends, needlew­ Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. and the Widow’s Club. Ifdesired, memorial contribu­ ork, crocheting, flowers and She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert W., in tions may be made to Eaton bird watching. She taught 1982; daughter, Susan Kay Community Hospice, Maple school for many years and later Ames in 1941; great grand­ Valley Memorial Scholarship was employed by the State of daughter, Angela L. Daniels in Fund or Gresham United Michigan in Lansing until her 1986 and brother, Clifton Smith Methodist Church. retirement in 1977. Arrangements were prepared in 1942. She was preceded in death by Pray Funeral Home, She is survived by her sons, by her parents; her husband, Joseph (Bill) and (Linda Halsey) Charlotte. Thraves and a sister, Clarice Rhodes. Mrs. Heinze is survived by three sons, Dr. Douglas (Sally) Heinze of Howell, Rodney (Linda) Heinze ofVermontvil­ le and Philip (Peggy) Heinze of Sunfield; four daughters, Nancy (Ken) Lancaster of Hastings, Carolyn (Leon) Cluckey of Martin, Ohio, APPROX. 129 ACRES WITH HOME, WOODS, POND, CREEK Janice Heinze ofPanama City, FRONTAGE ON THREE ROADS LOCATED at 294 Parry Road, Vermontville, Ml (approx. 7 miles west of Florida and Jeanette Nevins of Charlotte on M-79/Lawrence Road to Perry Road and south — property Charlotte; twenty one grand­ fronts on Perry Road, Frey Road and M-79) on... children; twenty great grand­ children; one brother, Ralph FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7th, 1997 (Jean) Lipsey of Grand Ledge Auction Betfns at 11:00 am • Real Estate Sells at 1:00 pm and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, October 17,1997 at the Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Reverend Paul Bail­ ey officiated. Interment took place in Benton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions Super offering of approx. 129 acres of land with a stocked pond, tillable may be made to the Eaton acreage, woods, Shanty Creek and home and buildings. The property will Community Hospice or to a be offered in four individual parcels, in any combinations desired and as scholarship fund of your a whole. choice. Sarah E. Ames Real Estate & Farm Auction Hayes Green Beach Memorial Hospital will spon­ sor a free seminar on Holistic Health Thursday, Oct. 23, at the Charlotte City Hall Com­ munity Room, 111 E. Lawrence, Charlotte from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Discover how alternative and standard medicine can enhance the natural potential of our bodies and how we heal. Learn how using ideas from both is good and pro­ motes harmony in mind, body, and spirit. 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Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. *1OO Reward ...for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) involved In the theft of the eternal candle taken from the gravesite of Virgil Currier at Nashville Cemetery on or about the last of September, 1997. Contact Nashville Police Department at 852-9866. IT’S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR HOME IMPROVEMENTS A rambling house... an efficiency apartment... whatever you call “home”, you can make it better! • Tools • Plumbing • Electrical • Hardware • Drywall • Insulation • Cook & Dunn Paints • Merillat Cabinetry • Roofing • Siding • Paneling • Andersen Windows • Dimension Lumber • Treated Lumber See Us For: • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning Excellent opportunity to purchase property with frontage on three roads with a good home and buildings or in parcels ranging in size from 21 to 37 acres. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Oct. 26 and Sunday, Nov. 2 -1:00-2:30 each day. Call for a flyer! The farm has been owned by the Roystons since 19511 REX & RUTH ROYSTON, Owners (517) 726*0181 iyf\OAN \OANCNOOH.O NOOHO FAX (617) 726*0060 f Looking for a i PRINTER? Call... j ^945-9554 219 S. State in Nashville 852-0882 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 21, 1997 — Page 10 Alternative ed takes on Hastings softball team All that cheering from shopkeepers and residents at the village baseball diamonds Oct. 8 was for the A-Team — Maple Valley's alternative ed­ ucation team, that is. Team members and coach Tate Mix were in the midst of a softball challenge with the Hastings alternative ed crew and the afternoon turned out to be quite an event. Everyone had the chance to be a "star" and participate in the game, and those who didn't play were cheering from the bleachers. The "game" began at 1 p.m. and took the place of after­ noon classes that sunny after­ noon. Troy Duffy slides into third base during the first inning of the ball game. Rumor has it that Maple Valley won the game but others say no one was keeping score, it was all just for a good time. The idea began when Mix contacted the appropriate peo­ ple and made arrangements for the first-ever such challenge. Once Maple Valley officials agreed that it was indeed a good idea, Hastings was called and asked "Want to play ball?" The answer, according to teacher Laura Kingman, was a resounding "yes," though she admits that her students are much better at football than baseball. Both teams had such a good time that they decided to ar­ range for more games. The next encounter will take place in Hastings territory. The students also are look­ ing forward to an activities day at Fitzgerald Park, where they will meet up with teens from Holt, Lansing Waverly, Hastings, Potterville and Lake Odessa. Some of the events planned for that outing include horseshoes, three-on-three basketball and more softball. And the winners of this first-ever alternative softball scramble Oct. 8? Though there are rumors that Maple Valley prevailed, when con­ tacted, both coaches simply remarked, "Let’s just say a good time was had by all!" Coach Mix discusses a 'game plan' with former Alternative Education Student, Shane Gillean. Shane, a recent graduate of the program like the idea so much that he returned to "The Valley" to be part of the team. For Sale Automotive Alumni band challenges high school to 'playoff’ raise the funds needed. The Maple Valley High School Marching Band has been invited to attend the Peach Bowl and each band member will need to pay a portion of the trip fee, which could be as much as $300 to $400 per student. At the Maple Valley High School football field, the bands will face off, beginning To ensure that each Maple Valley band member can af­ ford to go to the Peach Bowl this winter, an alumni band has formed to challenge the band to a “Play Off” at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25. 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October 21. 1997 — Page 11 Lady Lions have tough varsity basketball team Receiver Bryan Faurot (3) makes a crucial catch to help keep a M.V. drive alive. (Photo by Perry Hardin) M.V. GRIDDERS, from Page 12 carries and Thompson had 82 yards on 15 attempts to lead that effort, Trevor Wawiemia was just 2-of-l4 throwing the ball, but one of the completions went to Bryan Faurot for 16 yards.. Patrick was tops on defense with 11 stops, Wawiernia Sisss jhHn wwik, inni a ma wsaim Muiw taJWWlO® -u-jl NMMiJk mmM UNI HW ___ UtytitHf |,M hc.0i|B|t|»i made 10 tackles, Richard Smith was in on 10 bonecrushers and Faurot collected 6 tackles. Maple Valley will celebrate its homecoming this week with non-conference foe and Class B Comstock Park. HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. 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Stine made a layup as time ran out to tie it 64-64, but injured her ankle on that play. The Lady Lions were up by 11 points with two minutes to go, but ball handling errors, forced by the Tigers' press, led to the defeat, according to Reese. Stine also had 12 rebounds and 5 steals to go along with her 27 points. Krolik pulled down 9 rebounds, Erin Booher grabbed 6 boards and Jessica Cook also came up in the rebounding department with 7 boards. Stacie Goris scored 9 points to lead the Lady Lions in their loss to Morrice. Goris scored 9 points against Mprrice to lead the points, Dawn Spears 7 and Dawn Spears 8 points and 5 points in the triumph against way. Krolik topped the Lady Amy Pennington 6 points rebounds and Begerow 8 Dansville. Lions in rebounds with 7 against Leslie. Maple Valley caroms. made only 5-of-15 free throws Junior Varsity in the game which contributed The JV eagers moved to 3-9 to the loss. with a loss to Leslie (38-34) and a win over Dansville (45­ Karla Hughes had 11 points 35). • and 7 rebounds, Alexis Smith Jennie Begerow scored 13 11 points and 5 rebounds, FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals JV football beats St. Phil Maple Valley's junior varsity football team.led St. Philip 12-0 after just three snaps of the ball. The Lions went on to win 38-6. Jacob Cole took the first hand off from quarterback Adam Watson and went 58 yards for a touchdown. On the next possession, Jason Abfalter ran 85 yards for the second score. Cole scored again with 15 seconds left in the half when he recovered a Tiger fumble and traveled 15 yards. Abfalter carried in the extra point and the Lions led 20-0 at half. Both teams tallied points in the third quarter. Cole reached pay dirt on a 7-yard jaunt. Abfalter went 56 yards with 9:08 remaining and Eric Goris added the final six points on a quarterback keeper by Eric Goris. Maple Valley (5-1) had 344 yards of offense with Abfalter collecting 206 of them. Cole also ran well with 99 total yards. A solid hitting defense was led by Jeff Jones (14 tackles), Andy Ewing (10 tackles), Goris (7 tackles), Kersjes (7 tackles) and VanAlstine (7 tackles). Jason Wariner also helped out with a fumble recovery. 8th Grade Jeremy Wiser scored on an 8-yard run in the second quarter as Maple Valley's eighth grade team won its first game against Lake Odessa 6­ 0. Wiser finished with 93 yards rushing, Mike Himeiss added 34 yards and Tom Patrick gained 8 yards. Isaac Franco completed 3of-5 passes, one each to Wiser, Himeiss and John Terberg, for 30 yards. Jason Silsbee led the defense with 10 tackles and a fumble recovery. Wiser had 7 tackles and a fumble recovery and Patrick collected 7 bonecrushers. 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The Lions (7-0 and 5-0 in the league) scored first thanks to an Andy Patrick 52-yard breakaway. Patrick's big run set up a 3-yard touchdown by Jason Thompson with just 24 second s remaining in the first quarter. In the second quarter, Patrick scored from 12 yards and Thompson added a 2-point play. That made the score 14­ 0 with 6:59 left in the first half. The Lions, however, were not ready to rest and got a 58yard interception by Thompson at 5:45 to go ahead 20-0.. The pick was Thompson's first of the a ew 6xlra yeare in ™ay's season, Bellevue's first points came on a pass from quarterback Ben Farkas to Trevor Bidelman from 15 yards. The 2-point attempt, However, was unsuccessful. Patrick then went the distance again, this dart from 52 yards, as Maple Valley held a 26-6 halftime advantage. The Lions took the second half kick and began to move the ball. Pat Lowe, who had missed the last two games h™gh.X°XSPer^Har*Td *h6 h°'eSbaCkS "ke Andy Pa,rick (6>,0 ™ with injury, went 4 yards for the team's final points. Bellevue ended the scoring with a 41-yard aerial from Farkas to Bill Byers. Farkas finished with with 195 195 yards yards passing. M.V. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said his team came ready to play. "I don't think that we had a let down; I think we played very hard," Mittelstaedt said. The Lions controlled the game thanks to the work of its offensive line: namely Eric Goris, Jaime Noteboom, Noteboom Trent Harvey, Andy Heyboer, Cory Currier, Jaime Davis and Andy Adams., "They had to come off theball well; they definitely had a great night,” Mittelstaedt explained. With 415 running yards on 60 attempts, M.V. held the ball and contnue continued to march a an down the field. 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POSTAGE paid Huti^>M149QS9 PwWHNo. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 44 — Tuesday, October 28, 1997 Nashville Village hires new police chief ment in 1996. by Cindy J Smith He also spent time in the Staff Writer After weeks of collecting United States Army, is a resumes and an intensive in­ graduate of Western Michigan terview process, Nashville fi­ University, and has won nu­ merous awards. Some of those nally has a new police chief. The decision to hire Robert include certificates in critical Baker was a unanimous one incident management, police last Thursday, but details over alcohol enforcement training, benefits resulted in a split police civil liability, firearms, vote by Nashville Village SWAT supervisors tactics and management, and international Council members. Sgt. Baker, a native of Bat­ homicide investigation. That experience, coupled tle Creek, comes to Nashville as a retiree of the Battle Creek with his desire to move to police force, with 25 years of Nashville and be part of the experience. Some of those "small community", community" atmo­ years spent as a firearms in­ sphere and to promote com­ structor, some as a patrol offi­ munity policing impressed cer and seven years as a detec­ those doing the interviewing. We knew without a tive who investigated major crimes. He retired from the shadow of a doubt that he was Battle Creek Police Depart-"the man for the post," said Chris Pash when introducing him at the meeting. He and-other members of the interviewing committee were So impressed by Baker's qualities that they suggested placing him at the top of the advertised pay scale of $26,000 to $30,000. The committee brought two propositions to the table for consideration, which began a lengthy discussion on benefits for village employees. "There are really two possi­ bilities that we have discussed with Mr. Baker," said Pash. "The first being an annual salary of $30,000 with a med­ ical and dental "buy back" of 40 percent: He would receive all other benefits offered for village employees including the 6 percent matching retire­ ment after one year." That "buy back" simply means that instead of health benefits offered to other em­ ployees. Baker would receive "a cash stipend." It appeared during the interviewing pro­ cess that because he already had health benefits, the.payment would be more benefi­ cial than double coverage. Pash's second suggestion was a salary of $31,000 with a slightly different buy back program. "The bottom line equates to almost the same," he said. "We would like to offer the buy back because he already has insurance and doesn't need double coverage. It could be a dual benefit." Though Village President Gary White said that he agreed with Pash's recommendation, describing Baker as " highly experienced and qualified," there were others who felt dif­ ferently. "It created a problem the last time around when we didn't follow procedure," said Dennis Mapes. "We have a re­ sponsibility to other employ­ ees. If the village offers this kind of program to one, it must be offered to all." Council members appointed Battle Creek veteran Robert Baker as new Chief of Police in Nashville last Thursday. He comes to town with over 25 years of experience. He also said that he knew of two such employees who had coverage offered through spouses, and that dropping three individuals from the vil­ lage "pool" could affect rates. Carroll Wolff agreed, "We do have a couple of other em­ ployees who may want to take payment in lieu of coverage. We have to treat everyone equally," he said. "This option See Police chief, P. 2 band No. 1 at district 165 Maple Valley was among several schools that competed in the District Marching Festival hosted by Lakewood just two weeks ago. M.V. Royalty named Erin Booher and Travis VanAlstine were crowned queen and king at Maple Valley's homecoming festivities Friday night at the football game. The Lions celebrated with a 39-0 win against Comstock Park. For more pictures and stories from the homecoming and the game see the inside pages of today's Maple Valley News. The Maple Valley High School marching band is still number one! The local ensemble man­ aged to walk away with all di­ vision one ratings two weeks ago when Lakewood hosted the District Marching Festi­ val. "We got an A or A minus in every single category," said Director Dennis Vanderhoef. "Everything went very well." Each band at the festival had 15 minutes to perform in front ofjudges. Maple Valley See M.V. Band, P. 2 In This Issue.,. • Little Friends Playhouse has field trip to fire barn • Maple Valley schools to hold donkey basketball Nov. 5 • Maple Valley celebrates annual Homecoming • Lion gridders still unbeaten, face tough Pennfield on Friday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 2 M.V. BAND, continued from front page— HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Vermontville Veterinary Service Tamera K. Cohoon Reist, DVM 2065 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville, MI Introducing a new federally accredited veterinary service in the Vermontville area. Available services include: • Equine reproductive and general medicine Lameness and pre-purchase exams Dairy production medicine J • All other farm species Also camelids and captive cervidae Cell Ph.: (517) 242-4928 Voice Mail: (517) 580-4128 Home Ph. (517) 726-0792 continued from frontpage— "To all employees," as he put it. "You have to offer the same package to everyone, regardless of any other coverage they might have. You can't discriminate.", "The only way we can approve Baker's hire tonight would be at the $30,000 and current benefits and then later check into insurance matters," said Mapes. Baker was sympathetic to council's dilemma and he told them that he was also willing to discuss insurance matters at a later date. That, however, didn't bring an end to the discussion. Prior "situations" had caused council members to discuss making a contract mandatory for the position of police chief. Some said that they were still upset over misunderstandings with prior chiefs over salary and gun allowances. "I remember what we went through with the last two police chiefs," said Mapes. "This room was full of residents who were unhappy. I think a contract would be better for us (the council) when entering into another situation." Baker said he didn't feel the contract was necessary, saying that usually they were drawn up to protect both sides. He Loree Sue Childers felt that he didn't need such NASHVILLE - Loree Sue James (Suzanne) Dunn of protection, and assured village Childers, age 47, ofNashville, Jacksonville, Florida, John officials that if he wasn't passed away Friday, October (Jennifer) Childers, Jr. of working up to their standards 24, 1997 at her residence. Detroit and Dave Childers of they could "send him packin'." Mrs. Childers was born Battle Creek; six grandchil"I'll go on record right now April 25,1950 in Battle Creek, । ।dren, Angelica, Katrina, Allysthe daughter of Thomas and sa, Amber, Cheyenne and as saying that you don't need a Yvonne (French) Wood. She Brandi; parents, Thomas and contract," he said. "If I don't graduated from Maple Valley Yvonne Wood of Nashville; maternal grandmother, Laura High School. She married John Childers French of Bellevue; two on October 2,1976 in Nashvil­ sisters, Dawn Haight ofNash­ le. She was a homemaker and ville and Wendy (Bob) Bassett for a short time worked for the ofHastings; two brothers, Tom Wood ofNashville and Dennis Hoover Group in Charlotte. Mrs. Childers enjoyed read­ (Mary) Wood of Battle Creek; New books this week are: ing, going to auctions and numerous aunts and uncle. collecting antiques, glass Funeral services will be held Silent Witness by Richard at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, North Patterson; Clouds by figurines and cookie jars. She was preceded in death October 28,1997 at the Maple Robin Jones Gunn; A by her grandmother, Agnes Valley Chapel - Genther Gracious Plenty by Sheri Funeral Home in Nashville Reynold (author of The RapWood. Mrs. Childers is survived by with Reverend Susan Trow- ture of Canaan); The her husband, John; six child­ bridge officiating. Burial will Runaways by Terry Kay ren, Glenda Childers of Battle take place at Wilcox Cemetery (author of To Dance With the White Dog); A Thousand Creek, Allen (Felisha) Chil­ in Nashville. Memorial contributions Acres by Jane Smiley; Dancders of Nashville, Delana may be made to the family.ing at the Harvest Moon by (Matt) Peake of Hastings, K.C. McKinnon; Homecom­ ing by Belva Plain; Darling Vanderhoefjust said quietly guys." Selections included "A to his band, "make it musical Sailor's Dance" and music from "Fiddler on the Roof.” There were also solos by trombone player Zack Jarvie and trumpet player Craig Me-. Dugal and Katrina Rasey once again led the group as drum major. This kind of performance demonstrated why the group's reputation earned them a per­ sonal invitation to the Peach Bowl in January. Their focus now is to prepare for that event, which will be on na­ tional television, and to raise enough funds for the trip on New Year's weekend. Among ongoing fund-rais­ ers organized by the Maple Valley Band Boosters are sub sales and candle and wreath sales. Anyone who would like to make a donation for the trip or purchase any ofthese goods can contact any band member for more information. Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef has once again led the Maple Valley Marching Band to the top in area competition. was the first on the field and was cheered on by.their fans., POLICE CHIEF, has never been given before.. Any action taken regarding payment in lieu of insurance would have to be for Village employees not for Robert Baker." Pash still pushed forward. He felt that a decision needed to be made, placing the. new chief on board. Maybe the in­ surance issues could be re­ solved later, argued. Councilman Frank Dunham agreed. "Is there any way that we could accept Baker now and then deal with this benefit package later? Unfortunately we didn't see this package pre­ vious to the meeting to iron out such glitches." Wolff said that he did have previous knowledge of the situation and had contacted le­ gal counsel. He had been told by attorneys that the village could riot exceed the salary of $30,000 without ramifications and that ifcash in place of any benefits was offered to Baker, it would have to be offered to their employees. Obituaries do my duties as the village sees fit, simply getridof me." He went on to saythathe wasn't taking the positionas chief in Nashville strictly for the salary. "I'm collecting a very nice retirement and not looking to 'stick-it' to Nashville," he said*. "I am hoping to become an asset to the village." There will be no contract, at least not at this point. Village officials decided that discus­ sion about performance, in­ surance and other matters would be part of the minutes to use later, if necessary. Though Wolff and Mapes voted not to hire Baker, both stated that their decisions were based on wanting a contract and clarification of insurance matters. They both agreed that he was the best candidate for the job. Baker was formally hired at the rate of $30,000 annual salary equating to $14.47 per hour and no contract. Benefits and or stipends are to be negotiated at later meeting. Baker was on board as of last Friday and now is work­ ing on an evaluation and audit of the police department. Fol­ lowing last Thursday's meet­ ing he said that he hopes to improve communications be­ tween village residents and the department and is looking forward to his move."I'm looking forward to coming to Nashville and be­ ing a part of the community," he said. On the shelf at Sunfield District Library Jasmine by Bertrice Small; and A Tribute to the People’s Princess — Diana. Oct. 19-25 is national Radon Action Week and the library has been provided with brochures and Radon Awareness coloring books by the Barry-Eaton District Health Department. Stop in the library and ask for a copy and learn how to protect yourselfand your family from radon. LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship .......... 11 a.m. Evening Worship...... ........... 6 Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................................... 7 PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School.................... 9:4.5 a.m. Morning Worship ................. 11a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. W ednesday Family Night Service........................ 7 p.m. . . PASTOR MARC S. UVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east of M-66 on Baseline) Sunday School.................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Church School ..................... .10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC USON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St., Nashville 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ’ One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A.M. Worship ..................9:30 a.m. Sunday School ....................... 11a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship............ .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship .................................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ........................ 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship...................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service ............. 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening............ 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville M-79 West Sunday School .9:45 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ....... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service............ 7 p.m. AWANA................ 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. Sunday School..................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service..............................11 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ............................ 7 p.m. Sunday Schoo 10 a.m. Worship........... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed........ 4 p.m. REV. DANIEL SMITH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Church Service ................. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School....................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time.............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School ............. 10 a.m. A.M. Service 11:15'a.m. P.M. Service.......................... 6 p.m. PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Morning Celebration 0 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group; Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School................ 11;15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) ’ Morning Prayer......................... 9 a m (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School...................... 10 a.m. Church Service..................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 3 \ % $ sS!}> S!> SJJ*qJ.J''' S Seven students win quarters for making change correctly How many ways can you make change for a quarter? Kellogg Elementary stu­ ..s s*Sw s sS w?' dents were busy counting nickels, dimes and pennies S iNy r’^ JSSSl SS ss, JJ'CQ ss'CC> >’Q? kkV s,SSnsJSj JSJsj last week when Principal Burr Hartenburg made a bet with VnJs SSl! each classroom. When Hartenburg told each of his fourth grade teachers that he would be challenging all 106 students at Kellogg and rewarding correct answers with 25 cents each, they all laughed and said that he would go broke. However, his little game ultimately cost him less £$& L**Ss **Sss >i££•>»% f•>e»%, ife than $2! When Hartenburg spoke to would be easy. "These kids need to know how important it is to always follow instructions," he said., and then jokingly added, "And their teachers, too!" Many papers were tossed at the end of the challenge be­ cause of lack of name or cor­ rect title (those were part of the instructions,) and one teacher got excluded for "dis­ cussing the answers" during the test. Students eventually learned that here are 13 possibilities when combining make 25 cents. coins to each group of students, he told Only seven students at Kellogg earned their quarter last them what he expected, that they were to follow all of his Tuesday. They included Chris Hoffman, Scott Doctor, Matt and that they 10 minutes to Bauer, Ricky Morgan, Ashley Merriman, Sarah Vanderhoef instructions, would have complete the project. Nearly everyone thought that it and Andrea Jarvie. w®* £&** such "on the spot" quizzes planned for the 1997­ 1998 school year. "I like to keep them think­ ing!" he said. Only seven students at Kellogg were declared winners of Principal Hartenburg's pop quiz on making change. With Mr. H are (back from left) Ashley Merriman, Sarah Vanderhoef, Andrea Jarvie (front) Chris Hoff­ man, Scott Docktor, Matt Bauer and Ricky Morgan. Now you can write your own loans with an Eaton Federal £Si> £ JS^i>k S SJ J^k ? ^iBt Bt Hartenburg said that he has more HOME EQUITY CREDITLINE ' J, J, ^^itk !w’hta’hWtaiWik«w k«w The last loan you may ever need. it hat If fajj aMIiioiifltyi b ta-Ita Oct 19-25 is utm 1 e ta.tartiali t- tatetajmiWi" it Imiirti nil Ilin i taKicttaflwIili k It taj-Eiw Dm t HltyMtyi r ktaaliiiiKt!’ s s In bi I jw t ®M«Wfc Build on it. Cruise on it. Go back to school on it. How many ways can you make change for quarter?? There were rewards for those who knew the answer at Kellogg Elementary last week. Tax change seminar planned x m “Tax Changes What You Need to Know for 1997 and 1998,” a free seminar proposed by Hayes Green Beach Hospital, will be held Thursday, Nov. 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Charlotte City Hall’s 2QQJJK S*®1” , Community Room. During this seminar, Martin L. Latchaw, will discuss tax changes tht may affect you from the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997. Some of these in­ clude capital gains tax laws and college credit laws. Advance registration is en­ couraged call (517) 543-1050, extension 202, to pre-register. •$> JiC^ S0 I Borrow on it. VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI. Penny Supper -’*' Eaton Federal November, 1st, 1997 Ham, Turkey, Dressing kss*;; 30 *> Take Advantage of one of the most convenient ways to borrow money and perhaps save on taxes at the same time, with a Home Equity Creditline. Serving...5:30 to 7:00 p.m. < *W, X,, o J NOTICE Trick or Treat hours in the Village of Vermontville will be Friday, October ^31, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. * £ Vermontville Village Council : di) FIVE CONVENIENT LOC TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 i Olivet-749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 FDIC EQUAL HOUSING INSURED LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28. 1997 — Page 4 Maple Valley Equestrian team finishing its first season Crissy Racine is saddling up her horse getting ready for a practice session with the Maple Valley Equestrian Team. means horsemanship. The for those-who may not an ath­ by Cindy J Smith Maple Valley team was devel­ lete or musically inclined," StaffWriter said assistant coach.Dennis Maple Valley's first ever oped last spring with those in Vanderhoef. "And its purpose equestrian team has proven to mind who may not be good at is to provide those, students football or track, but love to be an asset to the district, after ride and want the opportunity with a chance to learn life­ finishing its first season. long skills through horseman­ For those not familiar with to compete. "It provides an opportunity ship." the word "equestrian," it High school students who wish to be involved don't nec­ essarily even have to own a horse. There are several in the area on "loan" for the pro­ X X'Q gram. Many other districts have CHERYL PIERCE Owner had such programs for many 3661 Curtis Rd.. Nashville, MI years, and when Maple Valley 517-852-2377 O AJ].QA/ decided to participate, the re­ 6Xfl'p Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children sponse from" area teens was HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; wonderful, according to Jilane Tues. 9 am - 12 pm; Fn. 9 am - 3pm; TUK*«T*Hi»sciKNCil<i»ru»E X Every other Sat. 9 am - 12 flower ani> plant essences. X J. (Jill) Shance, who is the pri­ mary coach for the group. As a part of District IV, the cheryv i4 HAIR SHOP A**V EDA. MEMBERS OF BARRY- MAPLE VALLEY 1 EATON BOARD OF REALTORS & THE MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS"' ‘Multiple Listing Service (MLS) ‘Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar. Nyle Wells..................... 726-0223 ........ 726-1234 Eves. lotte, Eaton Rapids, Holt, Dansville, Okemos, Saranac, St. Johns, Stockbridge, Wal­ ter French Academy, East Lansing, Mason and Grand Ledge. They began working as a team in July, shortly after the conclusion of the Eaton County Fair. Arrangements were made to use the arena at the fair grounds for many of the group practice sessions. "We worked every week," said Shance, "and had lots of help from the Maple Valley staff and members of the community in preparing for competition." In equestrian competition, the genetic makeup of the horse isn't important. Stu­ dents are judged on their capa­ bilities in several different rid­ ing classes. People in the community who helped to put these kids in the saddle all enjoyed riding and had different skills to of­ fer. Darlerife Hughes taught horse anatomy, Kim Rutledge taught showmanship, Judy Tucky helped with workouts, Melissa Mansfield had a great first season with Tim Bunce taught western rid­ ing, Linda Arres offered exper­ Maple Valley using a horse on loan from the tise in saddle seat equitation, Vanderhoefs. Lori and Mark Bunker helped with gaming horses and pro­ vided the team with used tack and show clothes, Melissa Manor demonstrated hunt seat equitation, Cheral Conkee and Shawn Patrick taught western equitation, and Ward and Pam Rooks loaned their arena for The Village of Nashville will be flushing practice sessions and helped hydrants on November 10 thru November with hoof care. Team members would then 14,1997. You may experience rusty water. compete in western, hunt seat and saddle seat showmanship Nashville Dept, of Public Works classes, equitation classes, western riding, trail, speed and action, and relay races. After the practice sessions, the team was finally ready to compete. The shows began in September. As each student competed, they would earn points, which were accumu­ lated for a team placing. 35 Years ofExperience in Parts, Sales "Riders received ribbons for and Service on: first through sixth placing, MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment but more important are the White Planters • Ford Tractors points," explained Shance. • New Holland Equipment "They are totaled for the team. Call now and set up an appointmentfor Placing is a group effort." Each district is allowed a check on your equipment so you're three teams, A, B and C, and readyforfall. each rider is allowed, to show two horses in a maximum of nine classes. 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(VL-7 Farmers and Homeowners Maple Valley Implement he. Continued next page— 517-852-1910 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 5 The field trip included 'treat bags' for all of the youngsters. Those who sent along for the firehouse tour included (from left) Jordan Woodman, Karlee Mater, Zachary Melville, McKenna Mater, Alissa Miller, Ashley Rodrequez, Dakota Gross, Matthew Woodman, and Josh Smith. What fun! These youngsters loved climbing in the fire trucks at the Vermontville Fire Barn. All were there with "Little Friends Playhouse". EQUESTRIAN TEAM, from p. 4 gp on, to the state champi­ onship competition held in Detroit. Though Maple Valley didn't make the state finals in its first year, Shance reported that the team did very well. With nine riders in the saddle, Maple Valley was considered a "B" team and all received their first-year patches. "Our riders made a great deal of progress between the first practice and the first horse show," said Shance. "We found out that we still had lots of work to do, but we fin­ ished the three shows with 81 points and we learned a lot!" Members of the new Maple Valley equestrian team include Eren Berry, Melanie Shance, Michelle Jewell, Lee Ann Stairs, Scott Kielholtz, Melissa Mansfield, Melissa and Tonya Patterson and Crissy Racine. Members of the team are now wrapping up their first season with the district ban­ quet, and a trip to the Ameri­ can Quarter Horse Congress to watch top riders compete. They will be reorganizing again in the spring and are seeking additional riders. Those who are interested in being part of the group can call Shance or Vanderhoef. Scott Kieholtz, also a 4-H rider, really enjoyed his first season with the Maple Valley Equestrian Team. There were just nine riders competing for Maple Valley for the 1997 season. Coach Shance hopes to recruit more members before the start of next season. 'Diana’s Placet The Place to Go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Di o ,np<!l "Little Friends" gathered up their gear and headed to the fire barn Oct. 6 for the first official "field trip" for the new day care center in Ver­ montville. The Little Friends Play­ house is the first such facility since the closing of the Maple Valley Child Care Center last year. When director Karen Wood­ man began planning activities for the new center, she said that it is these kinds of short trips that help to make the children's day both fun and educational. For working mothers, it was important to find adequate child care. It needed to be a place where children enjoyed going, to be economical and most of all, convenient. Since the only child care facility in Vermontville had closed last year, Woodman, like most moms, were taking their chil­ dren out of town. Then came the brainstorm. She had a teaching degree, so why not use it? She could open her own center, add nurs­ ery school to the menu and rather than leaving her chil­ dren on a daily basis, could bring them to work with her. Woodman began investigat­ ing possibilities and soon the Congregational Church offered its facilities. The new addition at the rear of the church had been used by the former Maple Valley Child Care Cen­ ter. There was plenty of space, and even some equipment that could be loaned for the new center. After months of work on cleaning, organizing and ob­ taining licensing, she was ready to open her doors with the start of the 1997-1998 school year. Since then she has organized nursery school classes and many extra activi­ ties for the children to attend. For Sale FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hast­ ings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. KING SIZE LUXURY firm mattress set “Pillow Top” with frame & beautiful brass head­ board. Brand new! 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"Meet Your Police Officers" organized to promote safety, and make children feel more comfortable around offi­ cers. This was second annual such event, all the brainstorm of Kellogg Principal Burr wnen Nashville otticer ferry Johnson visited Kellogg Elementary he was surronded by all kinds of little admirors. The program, a joint effort between Nashville Police Department and The Eaton County Sheriffs Department was designed to promote safety and remind the kids of what to do in case of an emergency. Hartenburg. "So many children are afraid of police officers," officers, he said. "They need to know that they are here to help, and what they should do in case of an emergency." The primary focus of Deputy Matt Houchlei of Eaton County and Officer Terry Johnson of the Nashville police force was on safety — what to do if a stranger approaches, the consequences of speeding and most of all, there was a big push to wear seat belts. Both officers explained to the fourth-graders that all to often people are seriously hurt in an accident because they didn't buckle up. "(Using) seat belts is the one thing that you can do as passengers to stay safe," said Houchlei. And though jt will be awhile before any of those fourth-graders are behind the wheel, both officers talked frankly about the consequences of speeding. They re­ minded the kids of expenses incurred with a ticket. "Just one ticket can also make your insurance go up," said Johnson. "It gets pretty expensive." As the officers visited each classroom there were lots of questions about their guns, accidents and stolen cars, but the highlight of the day was the "tour" ofthe police car. Contemplating conditioned water??? 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Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. ...Of Hastings Call Now 945-5102 1-800-852-3098 V SA ‘Normal installations qualify additional plumbing maybe extra [Master Cord Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 29 Nachos, whole kernel com, pumpkin squares, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Oct. 30 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, orange sherbet, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Oct. 31 Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, butter, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Loans For Homeowners call for same-day approval. . CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Oct. 29 Choose One Nachos, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — garden salad, whole Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David H aliiwill owner. 517-543-1002 Help Wanted ATTENTION: NOW HIRING. Local factory outlet has eleven entry level positions in customer service department Starting $395 per week. Company training provided. For interview call 616-243-9255. LOCAL SHORT HAUL CARRIER Seeking company drivers, home every night and every weekend. Clean MVR, three years experience. Full time with full benefits. Call between 8amand4pm616-877-0003 ext 111 or 112. For Sale Automotive 141 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, MI 49058 kernel com, pear halves, juice, milk. Thursday, Oct. 30 Choose one — Ham and cheese sub., pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, orange sherbet, juice, milk. Friday, Oct. 31 Choose one Chicken nuggets, cheeseburger, pizza. Choose two — garden salad, mashed potatoes, gravy, peaches, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 Antiques ANTIQUE SHOW AT THE Barry County Expo Center. November 1 and 2. Two large buildings, quality antiques. North of Hastings on M-37. Saturday, 10am-7pm; Sunday 10am-5pm, $2 admission. NOTICE The Vermontville Village Council will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 6, 1997 at 7:00 p.m., Village Office to discuss changes in the Village Animal Ordinances. Vermontville Village Council NOTICE The Village of Nashville would like to remind all village residents to watch out for young trick-ortreaters this Friday October 31, 1997 between 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Happy Halloween. Nashville Village Council �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 7 Maple Valley schools to hold Donkey Basketball Nov. 5 Mike Calltonuses a carrot to get his donkey going during last year's event. "Mule Maulers" squad. Mike Booher, Jerry Reese, Duska Brumm, Kristi Lamke, principal Todd Gonser, athletic director Rick Arnett, Jerry Reese found staying on the donkey to put quite a chore a season ago. Jason Hoeflor, Lisa Benton, Come watch four teams full out on a night of fun and "We're trying to get the superintendent Clark Volz and of your friends, teachers, entertainment. The four teams house full," Page said. "J.T. Tate Mix round out that team. The "House of Mulez" advisors and other local are "Donkeys of Doom", the (Jason Thompson) is kind of celebrities at the Donkey "Mule Maulers", "House of iffy about riding, but I'm real consist of police officer Terry Basketball event Nov. 5 at Mulez" and the "Burro excited that he is riding. Johnson, chiropractor Mike Maple Valley High School's Ballers." In the words of We've got a good, wide- Callton, WBCH disc jockey gymnasium. organizer Cody Page, a wild variety of people riding, Scott Lukhart, WBCH disc The games are scheduled to night is expected. including last year's 'MVP' jockey Karen Love, J-Ad sports editor Jim Jensen, Bill start at 7 p.m., so don't miss Terrance Augustine. Augustine will play on the Reynolds of The Revue and "Donkeys of Doom" along WKFR disc jockey Dave with Erin Booher, Dave Michaels. Underclassmen will make Taylor, Page, Travis VanAlstine, Trevor up the "Burro Ballers" with Wawiernia, Jed Brisco, Trent Kim Knoll, Alexis Smith, Harvey, Greg Brooks, Dawn Justin VanAlstine, Andy Patrick, Stacie Goris, Erica Stine and J.T. Sarah Mater and Timothy Teachers and administrators Krolik, Brandon Phenix, Lee Schilz were married on July will be represented on the Gould, Nick Bumford, Kyle 19, 1997 at Nashville Baptist Rose and Scott VanEngen. Church. The bride is the daughter of Jim and Jeri Mater of Ver­ montville. The groom is the Mater - Schilz united in Nashville of Nashville. Maid of honor was Heather Jackson, friend of the bride. Bridesmaids were Tammy Pool, Nicole Kraai, both friends of the bride and Samantha Mater, sister of the bride. Best man was Paul Berkimer, friend of the groom. Groomsmen were Jim Edinger, friend of the groom, Paul Schilz, brother of the groom and Mike Mater, brother of the bride. Flower girl was Anna Schilz, niece of the groom and ringbearer was Austin Pool, friend of the bride. The bride is a 1996 graduate of Maple Valley High School and the groom is a 1992 graduate of Maple Valley High School. The bride is employed as Metropolitan Ti- Tickets are $4 for students and adults ($6 at the door) and $3 for advance grade schoolers and senior citizens ($4 at the door). 3 You can purchase tickets to the games at the Maple Valley High School. 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Christopher Morris was one of six scouts from Nashville Troop 176 who "roughed it" for the weekend at the Mudry property just outside of Nashville. by Cindy J Smith StaffWriter Just a few short weeks ago, S t ant o n'S iM ii iMmciioncew GG kwohM From Our Readers... 144 SOUTH MAIN STREET VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION LOCATED eight miles south of Nashville on M-66 to Cox Road and 2 miles east or 1 mile north of Assyria on M-66 to Cox and east to 10100 on... Wednesday, Oct. 29 • s:so pm Two bedroom home that needs some work but has lots of possibilities! OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, October 19 -1:00-2:30 and Thursday, October 23 - 4:00-5:30 p.m. WILLIAM pfaff. Owner (517)726-0181 It was a relatively short area scouts packed up their gear and headed north — just north of town, that is. FAX (517) 726-0060 Duck hunters being watched To the editor: As a resident of Thomapple Lake, one of the things my neighbors and I enjoy doing is feeding the ducks here at the lake. You may therefore imagine the anger and sadness I felt on the morning of Oct. 14, when one duck hunter decided to abuse his hunting privilege. The law states, that hunters must remain at least 450 feet away from any residence. However, this particular hunter chose to ignore the law, coming up the canal to within 40 feet of my home, while chasing a small group of Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 0 Bankruptcy 0 Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit fat 'ht&i @<vz. ’'factay Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. nual five-mile hike has turned would be just the beginning hike, just five miles, but with into an entire weekend of ac­ of a busy weekend. Once they sleeping bags, food and other tivity. Though some partici­ reached their destination, there supplies packed on their pants are working toward a were tents to set up, a fire to backs, the Nashville teens badge or rank in the Boy build and dinner to cook, there agreed that the trip to the Scout organization, others certainly wasn't a McDonalds Mudry farm was far enough. just like the companionship at the end of their trail. What Scout Troop 176 The boys also worked on and a chance to enjoy the out members describe as their an- of doors. wildlife identification and This year, Mark Wrubel, learned what plants found in Jon Mudry, Chris Dunham, the wild, like Jerusalem arti­ Steve Ouellette, Chad Ouel­ chokes were "OK" to eat. Once over, Chad Oullette lette and Chris Morris joined Scout Master Elton Tait and had earned his second class Assistant Scoutmaster Frank rank. The other boys weren't Dunham and packed up for the working toward any specific weekend. Their hike to the badges, it was just a chance to Mudry property north of town have a good time. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! ducks (these were some ofthe one’s my neighbors and I have been feeding for a couple of years now), and sitting prac­ tically on my dock while waiting for the ducks to leave. Eventually, the ducks head­ ed back but into the lake, the hunter followed and began shooting at the ducks while he was still in the canal (not more than 150 feet from my home and that ofmy neighbor), kill­ ing at least one and wounding another, while I watched. This poor animal suffered all day before it finally died in my neighbor’s yard. Even after three days I was unable to get this awful pic­ ture out of my head. I would have put it out of its misery, but, not having a license, I couldn’t do anything for the poor thing. I firmly believe in the right to use firearms, and usually have nothing against hunting. I do not, however, like to watch animals that I have fed being shot, in an area they seem to have come to regard as safe! So, any of you duck hunters who decide to get that close to my home, “or anyone else’s,” and I see you, I will get your boat registration number and turn it over to the police, and the DNR! Wendy Williams Nashville nUCTlOHCERS G REMTOUS 144SOUTHMAINSTREET ' VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 AUCTION LOCATED at 9600 Nashville Hwy., Vermontville, Ml (west of Charlotte on M-79/Lawrence Road to Ionia Road, north to Nashville Hwy. and west to site or straight south of Vermontville on Ionia Road to Nashville Hwy. and west). 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The farm has been owned by the Roystons since 1951! REX & RUTH ROYSTON, Owners i(617) 726-0181 X& FAX (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 9 Powder Puff football returns to Maple Valley sports scene These certainly aren't your typical Lions! Powder Puff Football has returned to The Valley! Last Wednesday the Jr. girls pounded on the seniors. *fc<| Kl ®*W ®* ° ®5iw (U UK|°® '^ad * fc/®’* *ik ■*tti tojifc Biw*H.M» "•PtamhllilB '^Muhiu i frert «bit w j k«. H,ONI ?yX:!*aW»W Jwrtahkbjw ^•(SjWWtaTtK Amanda Volz leaps for the ball. She is what one might call a powder puff hero, running 53 yards for a "blue" touchdown!! since powder puff football has boys in skirts cheering them by Cindy J Smith been part of homecoming on! Yes, there were cheerleadStaff Writer Maple Valley junior girls week events, complete with ers, and those who missed the defeated the seniors Wednesday cheerleaders, penalties for "ex­- game still may have seen night in what was described as cessive chattering," and wacky them practicing in the hallthe most hilarious football plays. ways at Maple Valley JuniorThose in attendance couldn't Senior High School. They, game on the Fuller field in decide which was funnier, the like other cheerleading squads, years. It has been nearly 20 years girls on the field, or those wore their uniforms to school the day of the game, and worked very hard to perfect their "chants," according to coach Sandy Carpenter. "These guys really did work hard," she laughed. "And this has been so much fun!' When Athletic Director Rick Arnett decided that pow­ der puff football should return to Maple Valley and made his announcement earlier this fall, he had an overwhelming re­ sponse from junior and senior girls. There were 50 girls who tried out and made the powder puff teams. Finding coaches wasn't a problem either. Charlie Wawiernia who usually is along the sidelines during varsity games taking stats, thought that it would be fun to coach the senior girls. Counselor Ward Rooks readily agreed to coach the junior girls, though he says his title was "general manager." "I was just there making sure that everybody did their job," he said. But he must have done something right. Those ju­ niors managed to defeat the upper class 38-20. That vic­ tory was in spite of some "questionable" behavior by the losing team. The cheerleaders provided as much entertainment It seems that though the se­ as powder puff players last week. These guys even niors "swiped" plays from the juniors prior to the game, wore their skirts to school! even that pertinent informa­ tion didn't help their offense. "They stole our plays, but we knew that it wouldn't help them,” said Rooks. When questioned about those plays, senior assistant coaches Trevor Wawiemia and Travis VanAlstine defended Residential • Commercial • Farm their innocence. Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank "Those plays just happened Sales — Service f to show up in the hands of one ofour players at a practice 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair one day," said Wawiemia. "We really didn't use the in­ Richard COM •David formation!' There is also some question about an "illegal play" made in the fourth quarter. Some­ 270 N. Pease Rd. how, some coach's Trevor and Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174(1 Travis got their hands on the Cobb 517-726-0377 ball and began to attempt "Coach Rooks" said that the belts that injuries would be scoring a touchdown. girls would have done even likely, but it turns out that "It was legal, say team­ better had there been better there was only one minor mates. After all, VanAlstine referees on the field. Those catastrophe. That broken nail in skirt!" refs, was a skirt!" refs,who whoincluded includedGary GarySt.St. didn't require EMTs to the In spite of the loss, Wawier- Onge, varsity coach Guenther scene. lnia had a positive attitude fol-Mittelstaedt, and Tony WawMore than 400 people wit­ lowing the game. He said that iemia spent more time laugh­ nessed the juniors' victory. though defeated, the "blue" ing than anything else. The big question is will they team did very well. And injuries? One might return to the field as seniors "They managed to learn a think that with only a few next year and shoot for a 2-0 lot of plays and they all knew weeks of practice under their record? a lot more about football than I ever expected," he said. "We can lay a lot of credit to of­ fensive players Melissa Kir­ win and Amanda Volz." Volz reportedly made a 53Tendercare Hastings currently has openings for fullyard touchdown run. time evening shift, part-time day and night shifts. The juniors, on the other hand, pulled off their victory, Strong leadership skills, experience in LTC and thanks to what the girls de­ supervisory experience a plus. scribed "terrific offense." Key Please apply in person M-F 8 am-4:30pm players for the "white” team included number 00 Heidi Eberly, 17 Bethany Poyer and 240 E. North St • EOE 21 Erica Krolik, who ran in an 85-yard touchdown! RNs/LPNs Tendercare Hastings The quality of a STIHL chain saw is matched by the quality of our servicing dealers. Buy a STIHL 017,025 or 029 chain saw and we will send you home with a heavy duty carrying case and an extra loop of saw chain FREE! Supplies are limited so visit your local STIHL dealer today. STIHL Number One Worldwide Vern’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 Ph (616) 367-4544 NOTICE: WINTER HOURS BEGIN NOVEMBER 1ST. Mon., Hies., Thurs., & Fri. 8:30 - 12 & 1:00 - 5:00; Sat. 8:30 -12:00; Closed: Wed. & Sun. V/SA �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 10 Lady Lions run for first at regional Class C tournament Maple Valley's girls cross Sophomore All-SMAA runner Ryan Emerick was the first Maple Valley runner to cross the finish line with a 42nd place 19:08. (Photo provided) country team ran for a first Dawn VanderVlucht placed second at regionals and was the individual champion this season in the SMAA. HELP WANTED “LOCAL BUSINESS” Part-time. Must like to work with the public. Experience with calculator,working with figures & typing would be helpful. Reply in own handwriting to: P.O. Box 250 Nashville, Ml 49073 EOE MERICAN BUMPER I & MFG. CO. GENERAL LABORS $7.70 hr. progressing to $9.20 hr. Seeking hard working individuals with a stick-to-it work ethic and enthusiastic willingness to work overtime. Company paid insurance; medical, dental, optical, life & disability 401K 10 paid holidays Educational reimbursement program Promotions from within Apprenticeship programs Must provide picture ID at time of interview. place showing Saturday at Class C regionals held in Bellevue and now are gearing up for next Saturday's State finals to be held at the Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. The Lady Lions scored 87 points to beat out second place Laingsburg by two points. Maple Valley's boys were 13th with 332 points. Dawn VanderVlucht was second out of 78 runners in 21:04, Nicole Wilson placed 11th in 22:02, Cassady Murphy took 21st in 22:21, Heidi Eberly wound up 23rd in 22:30, Andrea Mace was 34th in 23:15, Cristina Desrochers placed 41st in 23:30 and Becky Wilson crossed the finish line 47th in 23:50. Ryan Emerick was Maple Valley's top finisher in the Maple Valley's girls, 1997 regional champions. Pictured are (from left) Cassady Murphy, Cristina Desrochers, Heidi Eberly, Nicole Wilson, Dawn VanderVlucht, Becky Wilson, Hayley Todd and Andrea Mace. (Photo provided) boys race in 19:08. Brandon Phenix was 67th 20:30, Jonathan Kay took 72nd in 20:51, Chris Dunham placed 75th in 20:58, Michael Hamilton 76th in 21:05, Marc Bush 82nd in 21:49 and Brian Burt finished 89th in 22:28. Security Office 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, MI Monday thru Saturday ONLY 24 hours each day ^1 E.O.E. from Page 11 M.V. BIE’s team remains undefeated Two undefeated sixth and seventh grade football teams in the B.I.E. League met on Oct. 18 and when the dust cleared it was Maple Valley's team — now 7-0 — winning over Lake Odessa 14-8. Maple Valley drew first when their defense forced a Lake O fumble in the nineyard-line. Mike Johnson recovered the fumble and Eric Smith, on the first play, raced 91 yards for the score. Smith also tallied the 2-point conversion, making it 8-0 at half. After a scoreless third quarter, Maple Valley's Smith fell on another Lake O fumble and went 85 yards for a 6-yard touchdown run by James Hirneiss. Lake Odessa scored their only touchdown with 1:16 left in the game, but Matt Root recovered the on-side kick attempt and the Maple Valley team was able to run out the clock. Maple Valley had 230 yards in total offense, all 230 on the ground. Smith accounted for 151 on 14 attempts, Hirneiss had 44 yards on 9 carries and Bryan Dunlap carried the ball 5 times for 28 yards. Defensively, Smith and Johnson led the M.V. team with 10 tackles each and Ryan Grider added 6 tackles. Maple Valley 39 Saranac 8 Scoring touchdowns for Maple Valley were Bryan Dunlap (50-yard run), Jim Hirneiss (53-yard run), Britt Leonard (15-yard run), Mike Johnson (80-yard run and a 45-yard interception return). ■ Lading tacklers were Brandon Brooke with 6, Eric smith with 5, Mike Johnson with 5, Matt Brumm with 4 and Nathan Carney with 4. Johnson, Jeff Taylor and Nate Racine all recovered fumbles. JV Lions now 6-1 after Broncos win The JV Lions went to 6-1 on the season with a convincing 61-6 win over Bellevue last week. Jacob Cole scored on runs of 53 and 74 yards in the first quarter to set the pace of the game. Adam Watson carried the ball for a completed conversion, also in the first stanza. A big second quarter saw Maple Valley tally five touchdowns. Watson found Justin VanAlstine for an 11yard touchdown pass, Cole carried one in from 33 yards, Jeff Jones ran another in from 10 yards and Jeff Rhoades tallied two touchdowns from the 1 and the 45-yard-lines. Jason Abfalter carried in a P.A.T. and booted two extra points. In the third quarter, Maple Valley's defense scored when Total team effort shown in hoop win All nine players scored as Maple Valley's junior varsity basketball squad (4-10) beat Morrice on Oct. 16 53-33. Amy Pennington had 11 points, Jennie Begerow 10 points, Dawn Spears 8 points, Karla Hughes 7 points, Alexis Smith 6 points, Emily Aspinall 5 points, Kristin Setchfield 3 points, Kristi Richter 2 points and Terrilyn VanOrder 1 point. Pennington grabbed- 9 rebounds, Begerow 3, Hughes 4, Smith 3, Aspinall 4 and VanOrder 3. Spears made 5 steals, Hughes 3 and Smith 3. In a 37-31 loss to St. Phil earlier in the week, Smith and Pennington each scored 9 points to lead the Lady Lions. Smith also had 3 steals, Pennington 8 rebounds and 3 pass deflections and Aspinall was in on 3 pass deflections as well. CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS AMERICAN BUMPER & MFG. CO. GRIDDERS two going for 29 yards and Ken Lackscheide's one going for 3 yards. 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Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. 8 Debt Consolidation Cash for Any Purpose Same Day Pre-Approval Fixed Rates Andy Ewing intercepted a Bronco pass and went 40 yards into the endzone. Abfalter added the P.A.T. The final touchdown came when Rhoades ran one in from 5 yards. Cole had 176 yards on 8 carries and also led the defense with 7 tackles. Rhoades managed 71 yards on 6 carries, Watson was 2-for-2 passing the ball for 35 yards and Ken Rose was also 2-for-2 for 26 yards. Jason Warriner had 6 tackles and an interception, Ewing 2 grabbed Bronco interceptions and VanAlstine recovered a fumble. On defense, Rich Smith collected 12 tackles, Lucas Flory had 11 bonecrushers and Andy Patrick was in on 9 stops. The hit of the game came on special teams where Patrick delivered a stinging hit to a Comstock Park punt returner. Andy Heyboer, Trent Harvey, Wawiernia, Gonser, Andy Adams and Pat Lowe also made some top-notch defensive hits. % Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 11 Maple Valley Homecoming ‘97 excitement overflowing Grand Marshals for 1997 Homecoming event were Jack and Judy DeGroot. Everyone wishes them special congratulations! This year there was a new addition to the Homecoming parade, a "community float". Many village officials, representatives from the Lions and members of the Maple Valley Board of Education all waved to the crowd reminding them that it takes everyone to educate our children. Its the all new "Alumni Band". These former MV grads made their first public appearance at the Homecoming parade before competing against the Maple Valley Marching Band on Saturday. Maple Valley High School celebrated its 1997 homecoming festivities last week and plenty of excitement was enjoyed by students, alumni and faculty. Powder puff football, spirit, class floats — competitions were held to see if the seniors, juniors, sophomores or the freshmen had the most. The Lions' varsity football team gave the school another reason to cheer by beating Class B Comstock Park 39-0. High school students all worked very hard to prepare floats for this years parade and competition. The moment that every high school girl dreams of: Becoming a homecoming queen! Last year's queen Casey Smith places the crown on 1997 Homecoming Que'en, Erin Booher. One of the favorites is the antique fire truck. And yes this year it was complete with a dalamation puppy. Valley makes play down the stretch to beat Christian Stacie Goris' steal and layup with a little over one minute to play in the game helped secure a 53-47 Maple Valley girl's basketball win against Lansing Christian on Saturday. Goris' final minute points and free throws by Dawn Stine and Erin Booher gave Coach Jerry Reese's team their critical points down the stretch. Stine led M.V. with 20 points and Booher added 12 markers. Stine also grabbed 6 rebounds and made 6 steals. Jessica Cook and Erica Krolik also helped out, especially on the boards. Cook pulled down 8 caroms, while Krolik grabbed 8 boards and made 7 steals. "After a week of successful homecoming activities, we're glad to get this victory at Lansing Christian," Reese said. The Lady Lions will host Bellevue on Tuesday (Oct. 28). Meet the 1997 Homecoming Court, (back from left) 1997 Homecoming King, Travis VanAlstine, Jason Thompson, David Taylor(third row) Danielle WSatson, 1997 Homecoming Queen Erin Booher, Dawn Stine (second row) 1997 Homecoming Princess, Heidi Eberly, Alexis Smith, Dacia Davis (front row) 1997 Homecoming Prince Scooter VanEngen, Kyle Kines and Jason Wawiemia. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, October 28, 1997 — Page 12 Valley still unbeaten; face tough Pennfield gridders on Friday Maple Valley's varsity football team took a victory lap at its Nashville field following Friday's convincing 39-0 shutout over Class B Comstock Park. With all the big numbers Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's Lions collected against the non-league Panthers, one has to wonder if one lap was enough? Maple Valley kept its undefeated season alive with the 39-0 win. Heading into the game, M.V. was first in playoff points with 72 points in Region III of Class CC. The year's final contest will be at Nashville Friday versus a very solid Pennfield (4-4) squad. Maple Valley opened its scoring on its third play from scrimmage against Comstock Park. Andy Patrick took a handoff from quarterback Trevor Wawiernia and darted 38 yards for a 6-0 Lions' advantage. Jason Thompson added the 2-point conversion for an 8-0 score. Comstock Park got the ball back, but its fifth play resulted in a fumble that Chris Gonser scooped up and ran 63 yards for Maple Valley's second touchdown. The first quarter scoring, though, wasn't finished as the Lions cashed in once more before the second quarter began. Patrick, who gained 179 yards on 10 carries, went 58 yards for his second score, giving M.V. a 20-0 lead. "It was a great start; we got great line surge and our backs were just gone," Mittelstaedt said. "We played them because they were a Class B school that was available and had some success in the past." Gonser gained his second Andy Patrick (6) goes full steam ahead on this special teams play Friday in Nashville. Maple Valley's defense talks over strategy during this second half time out Friday in its game with Comstock Park. touchdown in the second quarter on a 2-yard plunge, giving the Lions a 26-0 lead at half. Maple Valley picked off a school record six passes in the game, the first coming on Comstock Park's next drive. Bryan Faurot intercepted a fourth down Panther aerial attempt to stop that drive. Jason Thompson intercepted two Park passes late in the second quarter. The .first pick by No. 22 went 22 yards, while the second came right before half. Interceptions were also made by Travis VanAlstine, Pat Lowe and Scott VanEngen in the second half. Besides Gonser's fumble recovery for a score, Wawiernia also pounced on a Park fumble. "We did a nice job of creating turnovers," Mittelstaedt said." Maple Valley collected two more scores in the second half. The first was a Jason Thompson 1-yard run and the second was an Adam Boneless * Combination Thompson 1-yard run. After Adam Thompson's visit to the endzone, kicker Dennis Rodeman booted through an extra point. The Lions ran for 313 yards in the game, including 67 yards on 10 carries by Jason Thompson. . "We ran the ball real well," Mittelstaedt said. "All (of the players) would like to be in the backfield." Maple Valley completed three passes with Wawiernia's See M.V. gridders P. 11 Bulk Store Made Pork & Beef Roast Sausage i959 Restaurant Trimmed T-Bone Steak 99 iz। Oscar Mayer Funpack & Juice Baremans Homogenized | Lunchables Milk $19 |8WSW 12 oz. Minute Maid Frozen Aseltine 22 oz. IGA Coffee Creamer 48 oz. IGA Orange Juke Apple Cider 1 KX>t PWf Vegetable Oil i MinuteMaid ORANGE JUICE 19-20.5 oz. Betty Crocker Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese 8 oz. 99 Asst. 12-16 oz. Muellers Egg Noodles Brownie W PHILADELPHIA . CREAM CHEESE 5479 Ve/veeta IGA (Save $1.40) Bread 20 oz. Loaf ^9* (Save 50C) With Complete Super Saver Card Reg. or Light 32 oz; Kraft Miracle 4 Ph ne 0600 Miracle Whip Vermontville Grocery F|. esh Meaat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-11-04.pdf c5a6f645de1ef37b7b4b61489d61077e PDF Text Text HASTIN PUBLIC LIBRAriY 121 S. CHURCH ST. HUSTINGS, Mi 43QSo1Sj3 „ s- postage Fai<> 49058 '^nil No. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 45 — Tuesday, November 4, 1997 M.V. ends year undefeated with win against Pennfield Maple Valley's Trent Harvey (73) listens to instructions from Lions' head coach Guenther Mittelstaedt. (Photo by Perry Hardin) There were some big rewards that came out of Maple Valley’s 22-0 win over Pennfield Friday night in Nashville. First, the non-league win secured the Lions first undefeated season since 1991. Second and maybe more important, it was Pennfield — and a Pennfield team that is very tall and talented. "That Pennfield team could have been 6-2 and won four of its last five," Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. "We were just fortunate to make some big plays in the .third quarter." In fact, all of the Lions' scoring came in the third quarter. Those points came on offense... on defense... and on special teams. After a 0-0 half, Maple Valley went up 8-0 in the third quarter thanks to a nifty screen pass. Quarterback Trevor Wawiernia hit Andy Patrick for 41 yards on the screen, a play that set up a 6-yard touchdown scamper by Jason Thompson. Thompson also ran in the two-pointer to put the Lions in charge 8-0. Pennfield then got the ball back, but not for long. On the Panthers' first play, Travis- VanAlstine picked off their pass attempt and ran it back 46 yards for the second M.V. tally. Thompson sprung a nice block on the touchdown, according to Coach Mittelstaedt. Patrick plowed See M.V. Gridders P. 16 Lions to host playoff Friday Maple Valley’s undefeated football team will host Berrien Springs in first round Class C State playoff action at 7:30 p.m. Friday in Nashville. Berrien Springs (8-1) moved into fourth in the Class CC Region III for playoff points and play in the Lakeland Conference. The Shamrocks beat Kalamazoo Hackett 72-0 in its season-finale. Lions Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt knows that tough defensive play will be required come Friday night. “Our defense must play well,” Mittelstaedt said. The only year that Maple Valley hosted a State football playoff game was 1990. In that game, M.V. beat Saginaw Nouvel Catholic 14-0 the regional finals. Hastings girl killed in two-car accident by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer A four-month-old Hastings girl died Thursday afternoon after an accident just south of Nashville. Breanna Lee Geroy died at Pennock Hospital shortly after the collision on M-66 and Lawrence Road. The intersec­ tion . is more commonly known as Three Bridges Cor­ ner. Though some details of the accident were not known as of press time, the Barry County Sheriffs Department has con­ firmed that the child, the only back seat passenger was not riding in an approved child safety seat. Authorities also confirmed that the heroic efforts of Doree Barker, a Sparrow Hospital nurse passing by the scene, did revive the baby, who then was taken to Pen­ nock by EMTs from the Castleton-Maple GroveNashville Ambulance Service. She died just two hours later. Johnson said, "She jumped Jessica Farmer of Battle out of her vehicle and grabbed Creek, were not injured in the the child, who had no pulse.. accident. Two other passengers in the She immediately began CPR and was able to revive her. Uhl vehicle, 8-year-old'Brittany Liepins and her 4-yearShe did a truly heroic thing." It appears that the driver, old brother, Joshua, were Breanna's mother, Stephanie buckled into one belt in the Lea Uhl, had stopped at the front seat of the vehicle. Both intersection, but then pulled were transported to Pennock onto M-66 and into .traffic and Hospital where they were was struck by a vehicle driven treated and released. Mercy by Warren William Senik of Ambulance service assisted in that transport. Grand Ledge. Senik and his passenger, What a bunch of crazy kids! No need to worry mom, this isn't a typical day at Maple Valley high, it is just part of the fun during Homecoming week. In This Issue... » Early snowstorm leaves thousands Youth dies Little four month old Breanna Geroy died in this two car accident last Thursday. That accident remains under investigation, but officials have confirmed that the baby was not in an approved child safety seat. without power • M.V. Alumni win ‘challenge’ with band members • Annual Donkey Basketball set for Wednesday • Police probe Maple Grove Twp. woman’s death �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 2 Early snowstorm leaves thousands without power by Shelly Sulser and The Associated Press An unseasonal snowfall that pushed trees and heavy branches into local roadways and power lines resulted in a day off for Maple Valley School District students last Monday. It is the earliest in recent memory that heavy snowful has caused such widespread chaos and closed schools in October. "Our main concern was safety," said Maple Valley Superintendent Cark Volz. "It was tough for us because there were so many trees down and limbs hanging low that they were blocking the county roads. There were a lot of risks so we felt it was better to close." Another consideration for Volz was recognizing that 'Diana’s Placet The Place to Go for Professional Styling Comer of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road , e-pe 852-9481 drivers aren't accustomed to maneuvering in slippery conditions. "We just felt it was to everyone's advantage to give everybody a day," Volz^ About 1,000 Barry County residents were still struggling with power outages three days after a historic blast of winter exploded on southwest Michigan Sunday evening. The storm initially left about 6,700 homes and businesses in the dark. David McIntyre of WBCH Radio in Hastings said snow has not fallen in October in the last four years and only 1.5 inches fell in October 1992. Wet. heavy snow piling up to four inches between 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26 and 3 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27 in some areas caused trees to bend and break and take power lines crashing to the ground in areas all over the county. Rain Sunday turned to snow when temperatures dipped to 28 degrees, McIntyre said. By Wednesday, the temperature was back up to a seasonal norm of 58 degrees. Energy Consumers Company reported having 83 separate Barry County locations still without electricity last Wednesday, For All Your Printing Needs! Complete wedding line and accessories to order from. We have black & white and color available for copies on our copy machine. Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Otte -. tjilOgPaph DC. A Division of J-Ad Graphics Come try our Xerox machine... capable of collating, copying and stapling 144 5 Cochron • Charlotte, Michigan 48813 543-4041 • Fax (517) 543-2272 said spokesman Timothy Pietryga of the Grand Rapids 11 Our main office. Most were back online concern was by midnight. safety. It was Areas still without power tough for us Wednesday, and subsequently because there lacking heat and water, were so many included "pockets" in Gun trees down and Lake, Middleville, Hastings, limbs hanging Freeport and Delton, said low that they were blocking Pietryga. the county roads. "When you get down to There were a lot those very small pocket areas, of risks so we it gets very time intensive and felt it was very labor intensive, which is better to quite common when you get close. '" down to the tail end of restora­ tion," said Pietryga, who MV Superintendent Carl Volz explained that distribution lines from the sub stations are the first to be restored. He said his company had night and probably 40 to 50 about 600 crews throughout Tuesday night." the region working to restore Those taking shelter at the power. Some crews were middle school also were able called into the area from to use the school's showers, Detroit, Indiana, Ohio Edison and food was provided by the and northern Michigan to Red Cross, Spahr said. assist. In all, about 350,000 "I've been here five years Consumers customers lost and so far, we haven't had to power, 6,700 in Barry do this before," he said. "But County, 21,000 in Kalamazoo we are certainly a community County and 25,000 in Grand minded school and we were Rapids. happy to help." In Hastings, the middle Spahr said power was school gym served as an returned to the Hastings area emergency shelter and housed by about 3 a.m. Wednesday. some 60 to 70 victims of Nearly six inches, two more power outages who sought than Sunday's snowfall, fell in shelter from the chilly October of 1989 in one 24 temperatures. hour period. That same "The Red Cross brought in month, there were 13 days cots and we provided TVs and when temperatures were in the VCRs to keep people en­ 70s and two days in the 80s, tertained," said Middle School said McIntyre. Principal Michael Spahr. "We The storm's timing and had about 60 to 70 people in our west gym area on Monday See Snowstorm, P. 3 LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship . .. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship. Service ............ a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. 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Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone. 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................ 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. "Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 3 Fiddlers to visit Nashville Baptist Church, Sunday There will be some oldfashioned "pickin and grinnin" at the Nashville Baptist Church next Sunday, featuring the Nashville Strings and Saline's Fiddlers. The Nashville "Strings" are a group of fiddlers, guitar players and violin players who got together for small jam sessions in Willard and Bessie Myers' living room just a few years ago. Word got around and soon others joined in weekly sessions, coming from all over West Michigan. Now that same group meets every Tuesday at the Maple Leaf Grange and usually packs the place full. "We just keep right on growing," said Bessie Myers. "And there are a lot of people who come by just to listen, we have quite a crowd most of the time." When not performing with the rest of the "Strings," the Myerses try to take in as many fiddling jamborees as possible. Sometimes they play and other times they are just part ofthe audience. When they came across the Saline's Fiddlers they decided that the group should come to Nashville. That was one year ago, and from their description of the- welcome that these high school students received, Band to sell holiday wreaths candles to help finance trip i*** Spiw sad |hi 68a ittodlotitte htaiJuife '® <f Ntidjsilta faWiwt * fata tiffin Im period. bi snefro rnttarf diW apt «■ HiwW fcito aMtat serie IkiffliW The holiday season is right around the corner, as is the Maple Valley Marching Band's trip to the Peach Bowl. Members of the Band Boosters have organized an­ other fund-raiser to help pay for that trip. This fund-raiser, the sale of Christmas wreaths and candles, may be the last and those in charge hope to get enough money to elimi­ nate out of pocket expenses for band members and chaper­ ones. Since the announcement of an invitation to appear in the halftime show on New Year's Day arrived, there have been many preparations for the trip. One of the biggest obstacles to making the trip is funds, according to band director Dennis Vanderhoef. . There have been car washes, and spb, salps,’and' the' recent "/Alumni Challenge," whichhas provided.cash for that trip. To order either .wreaths or candles is really quite simple,^ according to Boosters Presi­ dent Dennis Mapes.. "Just contact any member of the band,' he, said. "Or stop by Vermontville Grocery and pick up an order form." The wreaths all will arrive Nov. 24 from a nursery in the the couple decided to invite them back. “This is something that ev­ eryone who enjoys music should see," said Willard. 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We cut and thread black pipe! Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville This group of kids, known as “Saline's Fiddlers" are ready to fiddle around in Nashville this Sunday. They will team up with the Nashville Strings at 3pm at Nashville Baptist Church. There will be a free will offering for the concert. • 517-716-1 111 Doug Durkee • Proprietor Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6; Sat. 8:30-5; Sun. I 1-3 $7 and come in five different sprints. Those ordering either item should be aware that payment needs to be included with the order. Candles now are avail­ able to be picked up at any time and designated pick-up points for the wreaths will be announced just prior to the 24th. SNOWSTORM From Page 2 strength heightened awareness of El Nino, the weather-dis­ rupting phenomenon caused by warmer-than-normal water sloshing across the Pacific Ocean. While experts were not ready to blame El Nino specifically for the storm, they did not dismiss its influence. "It fits very well with the pattern," said Martin Hoerling, a research meteor­ ologist with the National Oceanic arid Atmospheric Ad­ ministration. "We often have an early snow in Colorado — rarely as dramatic as this one — but it can happen. However; it tends to happen a little bit more frequently during El Nino." He -noted that there have been about 20 ElNinos over the past 100 years; arid each of the 20 was defined by wet, cold autumns followed by mild.and dry winters. "We're right bn track with the expected effects," he said. WORK ONE DAY A WEEK DELIVERING Reminder ...every TUESDAY! NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS for WALKING and DRIVING ROUTES. Earn a WEEKLY BASE plus Inserts and Mileage. Stop in and SIGN UP! Offices of The Reminder at?.-/ 1952 north Broadway (N. of Hastings) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 4 M.V. Exchange students tell Lions about their experiences by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Vermontville Lions visited Italy. Austria and New Zealand last Tuesday in a visit with Maple Valley High School students that might be called a "dinner flight." The Lions provided supper and the teens, all recent "Li­ ons Exchange" students, brought in pictures and keep­ sakes from their stay with host families this past sum­ mer. "We had four Maple Valley students who ventured out in the world," said Lions Presi­ dent Bill Mason. "All have a unique story to tell." The exchange students, Amanda Finkler, Kristen Frith, Jane Spears and Jessica Dempsey, took part in the ex­ change program, staying with families abroad for six weeks. Another Maple Valley stu­ dent, Andrea Mace was chosen to perform with the Lions All-State Band and her adven­ tures took her to Philadelphia, Baltimore and then onto Washington D.C., were she performed in concert. "You just make so many friends," she said when de­ scribing her trip. Mace, the only Maple Val- ley student who is still part of the band at this point, said anyone in high school band can try out for the Lions' spe­ cial group. She said she hopes she has persuaded three other local students to get involved next January when the band is reorganized. Mace, like many other stu­ dents who have been given a chance to travel because the local Lions organization, said that the experience is worth­ while. For some, just getting on an airplane or bus and the unknown is fascinating. For others, like Amanda Finkler, there is an another reason for Vermontville Lions sent four Maple Valley students on "adventures around the world" this past summer. All shared their experiences over dinner last Tuesday. Rolls and rolls of film taken on the trip produced lots for the girls to share with Lions. (Kristin Frith shares some stories with Lion Bill Mason) It’s Not Just The Flu That Brings Peonle Here It’s The Caring Way We Treat Them.. Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, personal family medicine is just a phone call away. At Nashville Family Medicine, treating you like a person is an important part oftreating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. Nashville Family Medicine Deborah A. Joseph, DO 852-2133 750 Durkee St., Nashville (M-66) Pennock Healthcare Services There were also awards to present at the dinner. Vermontville Lions President Bill Mason commended each of the local members for their contributions over the past year. Receiving an award is Lion Joe Briggs. wanting to visit a particular country, such as learning a bit about their heritage. "My great grandmother was Sicilian," she explained to her Lions Club audience. "That is why I chose Italy." Her trip was planned months in advance. There was lots of packing to do and re­ search, maybe learning a little Italian. She wanted to know all about the country and all about her host family but ran into a bit of a snag. Until just three days before her scheduled departure from the United States, she had no idea who she would be staying with. Bill Mason was able to straighten out the lines of communication and soon she was on the phone with her host mother, only to find that this woman did not speak En­ glish! Mace found, after she got off the plane, that her new brother did speak her lan­ guage. He was, in fact, prepar­ ing for an English exam and wanted to talk with her as much as possible before his test. The night she arrived, she and her new brother stayed up until the wee hours of the morning getting acquainted and teaching each other how to communicate. She taught him American slang and he taught herjust a few words in Italian., enough to survive in public. The two became very close during her visit, and he plans to visit her family sometime in December. "I got permission to take him and his friends (if they come) to school," she said. Mace also said she appreci­ ated the opportunity the Lions Exchange program gave to her and other students. She also praised the persistence of Youth Exchange Director Bill Mason. "I am really happy that Bill talked me into going," she said. "Without the Lions Club here and around the world, I wouldn't have been able to go on that kind of trip." Kristen Frith also com­ mended the Lions for the ex­ change program. She had spent part of her summer in Austria and Italy. It was the first time this Nashville teenager had traveled without her family and the very first time she had boarded an air­ plane. Frith had toured Vienna, went skiing in the Alps, at­ tended operas and plays and stayed with' a family who spoke in both German and Italian. Her trip also brought her together with other exchange Who is that masked man?? It wouldn't be an official Lions function without this guy who by the way was "fining" those members who didn't comply with all the rules at last week's meeting. students whom she writes to and Jessica Dempsey visited and hopes to see again some-family in Finland. All of the day.. girls had brought pictures "Kristen just got a letter from their trips, shared stories from Arizona from he girl she about their adventures and stayed with in Austria. She is answered questions from local from Sweden," joked her Lions. mom, Rose Heaton. There were also other speFrith also learned a bit cial guests at the dinner, inabout "the exchange." She had cluding Nancy Lampman and taken her mother's credit card Chuck Tomlinson representon the trip, with what Rose ing the Charlotte Lions, Heaton described as a modest Maple Valley Band Director limit. It was a challenge every Dennis Vanderhoef and new time that she shopped to learn Superintendent Clark Volz, the exchange process and just who thanked the group for how much American money their participation with the she was spending.. first every "community float" Jane Spears also visited in this years homecoming paAustralia and New Zealand, rade. Vermontville Lions sent four Maple Valley students on "adventures around the world" this past summer. All shared their experiences over dinner last Tuesday. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 5 Alumni win ‘challenge’ with Maple Valley band members by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer The first ever "Alumni Challenge" Saturday evening brought people out of the wood work to help decide who was better, the Maple Valley marching band or a group of graduates who polished up their horns and got out their marching shoes. The alumni band won, and the evening was one laugh af­ ter another. It all began with the an­ nouncement that Maple Val­ ley's current band had been in­ vited to the Peach Bowl in January, an invitation director Dennis Vanderhoef described as very rare. "It is really quite an honor and it is based upon our per­ formances," he had explained to Board of Education mem­ bers. "It's a once in a lifetime opportunity." Maple Valley was to be part of the halftime show and would appear in National tele­ vision. But the trip would be costly, and Vanderhoef feared that money may prohibit some of his band members from going on the trip. He and Band Boosters President Dennis Mapes began working on ideas for fund-raisers. There would be car washes, items for sale or auction, and the like, but there needed to be something really spectacular. That's when the idea for the challenge came up. They would "dare" graduates to take on the current band. Prior to the battle, which took place on the Fuller Field, each side gathered as much support as possible. The win­ ner would be declared by show of support from the audience, and local ministers would be on hand to "keep everyone honest." The next step was putting the "battle of the bands" on the calendar. It was decided that homecoming week would be ideal. The event would take place on Saturday night and it would be a grand finale of The Alumni Challenge netted over $1400 for the Maple Valley High School Bands trip to the Peach Bowl. Former graduates were determined the winners sorts. The event was "grand" net­ ting over $1,000 for the stu­ dents trip over New Years weekend. "We collected $1,400 that night," said Vanderhoef. "And believe it or not the donations are still coming in!" He added that there were many who called and asked if they could mail a check be­ cause they couldn't make it to the challenge for one reason or another. Those who did attend Barry County Commission on aging menu witnessed a barrel of laughs. "The kids (the high school band) started out onto the field first," said Vanderheof, "and they were really serious, but the alumni band had learned 'Taps' and began playing. That set the tone for the entire evening. It was hilarious!" It is also rumored that the alumni band has won only the "first round." "It was so much fun that we plan to do this every year," said band member and graduate Julia Rowse. Some are even organizing an "alumni jazz" band and plan continued performances. As for the high school band members, they called this a "minor setback." After all, if they can maintain number one ratings every year in competi- by round of applause. The big question is:"Will they hold the title of Number 1 Band; or have they just won roun round one??" tion and earn a trip to the tainly defeat the alumni band Peach Bowl, they can cer- in round two! Barry County Residents Knowing your community and its people makes youfeel "more at home." Hastings Banner ...keeping you informed of all community notices, marriage and birth announcements, on top reporting ‘of all local government agencies, school activities,sporting events and much more. You can feel more at home when you subscribe to the Banner and receive it at home. Hastings Banner "Making Harry County residentsfeel at home for over 1OO years. Wednesday, Nov. 5 Matballs Stroganoff on Rice, com, asparagus, sweet cherries and pears, lowfat milk. Thursday, Nov. 6 Sliced beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, California blend, wheat bread, margarine, lemon pudding, lowfat milk. contemplating Conditioned water??? Take Friday, Nov. 7 The crowd determined the winner of last weekend's battle between the Maple Valley High School Marching Band and some former graduates. Turns out that the cheering section for the Alumni Band did a little better job than those rooting for,the kids. advantage and Save Fish sandwich w/cheese on bun, cheesy broccoli soup, stewed tomatoes, fruited gelatin, lowfat milk. BIG BUCKS Monday, Nov. 10 Salisbury steak, gravy, parsley potatoes, spinach, rye bread, margarine, fruit juice, lowfat milk. 99 Tuesday, Nov. 11 AUDITIONS The Music Club is holding auditions for Solos and Speaking parts in Christmas Musical. Thursday, Nov. 6 • 7 to 8 PM Fuller Elementary Needed: Two Adults or High School (1 Male & 1 Female) Two 4th-8th Grade (1 Male & 1 Female) 6 others any age. Veterans Day. Closed. Events Wednesday, Nov. 5 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, Stan Pierce Music; Delton, social day. Thursday, Nov. 6 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Nov. 7 — Hastings, Stan Pierce Music; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, puz­ zle day. Monday, Nov. 10 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, Nov. 11 — Veterans Day. Closed. Free Installation ($75 ualue) Free Initial Fill Up of Salt ($35.70 ualue) Free Water Analysis RUST, LIME, ODOR REMOVAL OUR SPECIALTY Methodist Men’s breakfast Nov. 8 The Vermontville United Methodist Men will be having their November breakfast Saturday, Nov. 8, from 7 to 10 a.m. An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served for a good-will offering. Everyone is invited. a month ...Of Hastings 141 E. Woodlawn Ave., Hastings, Ml 49058 Call Now 945-5102 1-800-852-3098 VISA ’Normal installations qualify additional plumbing maybe extra �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 6 Annual Donkey Basketball game to be held locally Nov. 5 Augustine will play on the Join the fun! "Donkeys of Doom" along Come to the Donkey Basketball show, "the craziest with Erin Booher, Dave Page, Travis show on earth", Wednesday in Taylor, Trevor Maple Valley High School's VanAlstine, Wawiemia, Jed Brisco, Trent gymnasium. Four teams comprised of Harvey, Greg Brooks, Dawn Stine and Jason Thompson. your friends, teachers, advisors Teachers and administrators and other local celebrities are scheduled to partcipate in the are on the "Mule Maulers" event. A shooting contest is squad. Mike Booher, Jerry Reese, Duska Brumm, Kristi scheduled for halftime. The games will start at 7 Lamke, principal Todd p.m., so don't miss a night or Gonser, athletic director Rick fun and entertainment. In the Arnett, Jason Hoeflor, Lisa words of organizer Cody Page, Benton, superintendent Clark Volz and Tate Mix round out a wild night is expected. "We're trying to get the that team. The "House of Mulez" house full," Page said. "People are asking about it, consist of police officer Terry so I think it will turn out Johnson, chiropractor Mike good. We've got a wide- Callton, WBCH disc jockey variety of people riding, Scott Lukhart, WBCH disc including last year's 'MVP' jockey Karen Love, J-Ad sports editor Jim Jensen, Bill Terrance Augustine." Augustine, according to Reynolds of The Revue and Page, is "real fired up" about WKFR disc jockey Dave Michaels. playing in the games. Nashville Chiropractic Most Insurances Accepted Blue Cross Provider Auto Injury Due day of service Exam, x-ray & Treatment Expires January 8th, 1998 FFA members give students farm safety lessons Fuller Elementary children recently got a lesson in farm safety, thanks to Maple Val­ ley FFA students. With hay rides and the fall harvest, the high school stu­ dents said they wanted young­ sters to think before doing and perhaps avoid all-to-common accidents. So, they brought a lesson in farm safety to Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 852-2070 307 N. 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Though there were pictures to color, a lesson on the chalk board, and candy for correct answers toquestions, perhaps the portion of the program that will stick with kids the most is the movie they watched. That tape, often stopped with frank discussion, was filled with personal experiences of families who were dealing with farm-related accidents. Children were introduced to a little boy who had lost a leg when getting too close to a piece of equipment, a man in a wheelchair and a young man who had lost his brother when the two were playing in a gravity wagon. The words "we had played there numerous times before and never thought that it was dangerous," prompted many questions from the elementary students. FFA members taking part in the presentation included President Tom Powers, Liz Pena, Kyle Rose, Luke and Lance Flory and Scott Stickles. Police probe Maple Grove Township woman’s death New Patient Special $4O00 Underclassmen will make up the "Burro Ballers" with Kim Knoll, Alexis Smith, Justin VanAlstine, Andy Patrick, Stacie Goris, Erica Krolik, Brandon Phenix, Lee Gould, Nick Bumford, Kyle Rose and Scott VanEngen. Tickets are $4 for students and adults ($6 at the door) and $3 for advance grade schoolers and senior citizens ($4 at the door). You can purchase tickets to the games at the Maple Valley High School. For more information, contact (517) 852-9971. BUYING or SELLING Give Us a Call! $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. PENDING .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Coll Homer. (VL-22) ONE LOT LEFT • 1.2 ACRES • $12,000 - Good building site on Nashville Hwy. Blacktop road (natural gas available), near MV High School. Has been surveyed and "perked". Call Homer. (VL-46) conducting the investigation. "It's not suspicious. It could be natural causes." Quinn said Childers' body was found by her brother, Thomas Wood, near the woods where she often went to feed the deer. Police have "pretty much” ruled out homicide, but have not ruled out suicide as a pos­ sible cause of death, Quinn said. Quinn is awaiting results of a toxicology test and an autopsy conducted at Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids, he said, adding it could take several weeks for those to return. Childers, who is survived by her husband, John, their six children, six grandchildren and her parents, Thomas and Yvonne Wood of Nashville, had been dead "anywhere from six to 12 hours," Quinn said, before her body was discovered. She had not been reported as missing prior to the discovery of her body, he said. Services were held for Childers at the Maplfe Valley Chapel - Genther Funeral Home in Nashville Tuesday, Oct. 28. She was buried in Wilcox Cemetery in Nashville. JUST LISTED: 20 ACRES - LAKE­ YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE $11,900 each!! 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She was bom on March 30, 1927 in Bald Knob, Arkansas, the daughter of Hany and Wilma Byers. She graduated from South­ eastern High School in Detroit and from Parker Medical School Detroit in 1965. Mrs. Printz was employed at Parke-Davis Company, Hutzel Immunization clinic set for Nov. 5 in Nashville M.V. names Homecoming Court Meet the 1997 Homecoming Court, (back from left) 1997 Homecoming King, Travis VanAlstine, Jason Thompson, David Taylor(third row) Danielle WSatson, 1997 Homecoming Queen Erin Booher, Dawn Stine (second row) 1997 Homecoming Princess, Heidi Eberly, Alexis Smith, Dacia Davis (front row) 1997 Homecoming Prince Scooter VanEngen, Kyle Kines and Jason Warriner. Last week a photo of the Maple Valley Homecoming court appeared in the Maple Valley News. We goofed, Jason Warriner was on the Homecoming A free immunization clinic will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 5, in the ag room at Maple Valley High School. Immunizations to be offered will include DTP, Hib; OPV, MMR, Td and Hepatitis B for ages newborn through 19 years. Those attending are asked to bring their children's immu­ nizations records. No ap­ pointments are necessary. For more information, call the Barry-Eaton District Health Department at 541­ 2654 or 485-7110, extension 654, in Charlotte and 945­ 9516 in Hastings. Hospital, Grace Hospital, Allin Detroit as a Medical Secretary. She was very active in the Lions Club in Heber Springs, Arkansas, especially in activiactivi­ tties for the blind. She loved her grandchildren and her leader dog, Samson. She was preceded in death by her mother & father; husbands: Henry Genther & Leroy Printz; brother, Calvin Byers. Mrs. Printz is survived by her er son and an daughter-in-law, aug ernaw, Richard & Tina Genther of Nashville; grandchildren, Jason, Richard Jr., Adam, & Jessica; sister, Elizabeth Baker of Arkansas; several nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, November 4, 1997 at 11:00 a.m. at the Maple Valley Chapel-Genther Funer­ al Home, Nashville with Reverend Jev Bowman of Vermontville United Method­ ist Church officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. ♦♦♦ Most men make use of the first part of their life to render the last part miserable. —Jean De La Bruyere. iiiimiiimin i RAFFLE Mountain Bike ...for the benefit of Maple Valley Band Boosters for their trip to the Peach Bowl. Tickets available at Carl’s in Nashville. Tickets* 51.00 or 6 for »5.oo r imiiiiiimnr court, and we printed his name as Jason Wawiernia. Sorry Jason!! IT'S ALWAYS A GOOD TIME FOR Society system will be topic of FCE meeting Nov. 6 Rita Klavinski, MSU educa­ tor from Branch County, will be guest speaker at the Eaton Association for Family and Community Education (FCE) monthly meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6. Klavinski participated in an international study tour to the Ukraine, sponsored by MSU Extension that evaluated the transitional economic progress of an independent state that was once controlled by the Soviet system. She will be showing slides of the experi­ ence and sharing personal sto­ ries. The program will be held in the public meeting room of the VCR REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION Cleaning: M 5.00 201 North Main Street - Nashville Eaton County office Building, 551 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte. There is a $3 charge at the door. Advance registration is required. Call Eaton County MSU Extension Office at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594 to reserve a seat. Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move if necessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870___________ BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment. 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VanderVlucht, who ran the course in 20:37, was one of four area runners to receive All-State recognition. "I didn't think that I would do as well as I have... to be a No. 1 runner and to go out with a bang," VanderVlucht M.V.'s Dawn VanderVlucht finished 14th out of 221 female runners in the Class C race with a sparkling time of 20:37. Members of the Maple Valley girls cross country team that ran at the Michigan Speedway are (from left) Kristy Sealy, Hayley Todd, Andrea Mace, Becky Wilson, Cassady Murphy, Cristina Desrochers, Heidi Eberly, Nicole Wilson, Dawn VanderVlucht and Coach Gary Hamilton. HORIZON & ASSOCIATES, INC. Dixie Brand Broker/Builder We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. MLS. (517) 726-0721 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville, Ml 49096 ATTENTION ENTREPRENEUR! 4 bed­ rooms, 2 bath that was once a country store. 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LOCAL SHORT HAUL CARRIER Seeking company drivers, home every night and every weekend. Clean MVR, three years experience. Full time with full benefits. Call between 8am and 4pm 616-877-0003 ext 111 or 112. Farm Visit our models! Beautiful modular homes with over 60 floor plans to choose from. Order now and be one of the first homes built next spring. Financing available. Open Daily 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; Evenings by Appointment Caledonia's Jenny Sprague (44th in 21:06) and Hastings Charissa Shaw (137th in 22:08) also ran in the Class B girls event. In the Class B boys Caledonia's Rob Lillie (36th in 17:15), Middleville's Ryan Hesselink (49th in 17:24), Delton's Zach Taylor (54th in 17: 26), Caledonia's Joe Lillie (69th in 17:36) and Delton's Kody Louden (142nd in 18: 03) represented the area. Maple Valley Coach Gary Hamilton was not surprised with how his team ended its successful campaign. "I thought that we would come back to State... that was our goal," Hamilton said. "We had a good combination (of veterans and talented newcomers) and the kids ran real well." Cassady Murphy (46th in 21:49), Nicole Wilson (47th in 21:49), Heidi Eberly (60th in 22:16), Andrea Mace (98th in 23:15), Cristina Desrochers (106th in 23:43) and Rebecca Wilson (118th in 24:08) teamed with VanderVlucht on the wet and muddy Michigan Speedway course. See this Thursday's Hastings Banner for a more in depth look at the State cross country finals. Maple Valley girls basketball records two wins during week For Rent FOR SALE OR LEASE - 18,000 SF office warehouse on 3 acres. Can add more land. 13 ACRES - Horse barn with stalls, 3 bedroom home, A/C family room, 1st floor laundry, deck. said. "The team did a good job this year. We’re like all best friends... yesterday we all went shopping together like one big family." The other three runners who earned All-State ran in the girls Class B race: Middleville's senior Jessi Davis, Delton's freshman Jessica Kellogg and Middleville's sophomore Danielle Quisenberry. Davis finished 10th in 20:21, Kellogg crossed the finish line 14th in 20:26 and Quisenberry covered the course 21st in 20:31. The top 30 in each race are named to the All-State teams. AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Community Notices ACCEPTING CRAFTERS for the 2nd Annual Bands 2000 craft show. Caledonia Middle School November 22nd. Call Pam 616-868-5212. 69-43 and Olivet 59-51. Dawn Stine scored 22 markers in the Bellevue game, Stacie Goris tossed in 10 and Jessica Cook added 8 points. Stine's night also included 7 rebounds and 8 steals. Erin Booher pulled down 4 rebounds and made 4 steals, Erica Krolik had 5 steals and 4 caroms, Cook boarded 6, Leslie Grant managed 5 rebounds and Goris collected 3 steals. Cook and Goris each tallied 14 points against Olivet, Stine managed 13 and Booher added 11 points. Cook and Krolik each had 10 rebounds, Stine pulled down 9 caroms, Booher made 4 steals and rebounded 5 and Melissa Gearin contributed with 6 steals. (jiveA Memorial Chat Can (jo On 3orever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 9 Cooking Coracr-^Sr Trim, Terrific Yam Recipes Make Many Jump For Joy A key asset... Matt Tidball (11) keeps the Maple Valley varsity football players energized with plenty of nourishing water breaks during timeouts. School Lunch Menu Maplewood Elementary Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 5 Conferences. No lunch. EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Cover bak­ ing dish with foil and bake for 1 hour or until potato and onion are ten­ der. Makes 6 servings. About 44% of American households drive 83% of the nation's at-home cheese consumption. Source: Dairy Management. Inc. Sweet Potato Cheesecake Cheesecake is always a favorite and the sweetpota­ toes with the dark brown sugar and liqueur make this choice a decadent one. 2 (8-ounce) packages light cream cheese 1 cup nonfat sour cream 1 cup mashed, cooked sweet potatoes (yams) 1 cup dark brown sugar 1 large egg 2 large egg whites 2 tablespoons praline liqueur or liqueur of choice 2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring 1 (9-inch) prepared £*★*★★****★★**★*★**★******★*★★*******★* X VFW POST 8260 Nashville, Michigan STEAK FRY 10 oz. New York Strip Steak, * Baked Potato, Salad, Roll, Vegetable and J Beverage. 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For a booklet of Holly Clegg “Trim and Ter­ rific” Louisiana Yam recipes, send $1 (check or cash) to: Recipes c/o La. Sweet Potato Commission, P.O. Box 2550, Baton Rouge, LA 70821-2550. CHEESE LOVERS UNITE Your Choice FOR SALE: Carolina work Amosan Powder Packets 40’s - $7.79 Doans Pills Regular • 24’s Senokot No Doz Painalay Children’s Syrup 2.5 oz Tablets • 16’s Gargle • 8 oz. 009 Subscribe TODAY! RECEIVE all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Call... 945-9554 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE (NAPS)—Not only have the health benefits ofyams, or sweet potatoes, inspired people to jump for joy, but these tasty, nutritious veg­ etables are the reason bungee jumping was invented. This extreme sport was originally inspired by the natives of Pentecost Island in the South Pacific, who threw themselves offwooden towers with vines tied around their ankles to celebrate a successful yam harvest. The reasons tojump forjoy about sweet potatoes are many. Named the number one most nutritious vegetable by the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), they’re high in beta carotene and vitamin C and contain virtually no fat or sodium. Sliced Yams And Onions Onions combined with maple syrup and brown sugar form a glaze which makes this a favorite accom­ paniment to ham andpork. 1 large onion, thinly sliced into rings 2 tablespoons light brown sugar Salt and pepper to taste 2 pounds sweet potatoes (yams), peeled and thinly sliced (about 6 cups) 2 tablespoons maple syrup 2 tablespoons light margarine, melted */2 teaspoon dried thyme Preheat oven to 350 de­ grees. In 2-quart oblong baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray, arrange the onion slices. Sprinkle with brown graham cracker crust Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until creamy. Add sweet potatoes and brown sugar. Add egg and egg whites one at a time, beat­ ing well after each addi­ tion. Add praline liqueur and vanilla. Spoon mixture into the prepared graham The Hastings Banner I’keep EXTRA EXTRASTRENGTH STRENGTH Doan's IMoDoz RELIEVES BACKACHE PAIN Nd Doz Tablets 36’s - $3.59 Doans Pills Extra Strength 24’s - $3.89 Nature Made Vitamin C 500 mg. Tablets • 100’s HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - ale uni 214 Main Street, Nashville Hours: 9 am to. 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 500 mg Nature Made L-Lysine 500 mg. Tablets 100’s - $4.09 Nature Made Calcium 600 mg. Plus D Tablets 60's - $3.79 852-0845 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 10 Maple Valley Schools Minutes of the Board of Education Regular Meeting held in the Jr./Sr. High School Library, Monday, October 13, 1997, 7:00 p.m. Members Present: M. Callton, President: A. Avery, Secretary: T. Christensen, W. Curtis, F. Dunham, T. James, J. Sessions. Members Absent: None. 1. Opening: The meeting was called to order by President Callton at 7:00 p.m. A roll call vote was taken for attendance which is listed above. Others present: Administrators Black, Gonser, Hartenburg, Hynes, Potter, Volz and supervisor Powers. 2. Minutes: A motion was made by Sessions and su pported by James to approve the minutes of the September 29, 1997 special meeting as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 3. Bills: A motion was made by Curtis and sup­ ported by Sessions to pay the bills in the amount of $144,574.44 as presented from the general fund. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. 4. Payroll: A motion was made by Christensen and su pported by Dunham to transfer $224,925.60 for the 10/10/97 payroll from the general fund to the payroll account. Motion carried 7-0. 5. Communications: Supt. Volz read a thank you from Jack and Judy DeGroot for recognizing them with the MV Pride Award. Supt. Volz also read a letter of congratulations to Mike Callton from MASB for receiving certification in their CBA Program. Sharlot Sours spoke from the audience on behalf of the union in regard to negotiations. NOTICE The Village of Nashville will be flushing hydrants on November 10 thru November 14, 1997. You may experience rusty water. Nashville Dept, of Public Works NOTICE The Vermontville Village Council will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, November 6, 1997 at 7:00 p.m., Village Office to discuss changes in the Village Animal Ordinances. Vermontville Village Council • NOTICE • The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, one two-year term and three four-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 25, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermontville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are avail­ able at the Village Clerk’s Office, 121 East­ side Drive, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart Vermontville Village Clerk 6. Recognition: Supt. Volz and Principal Bernie Hynes recognized Fuller Elementary kindergarten teacher Tammi King for being named as Barry County "Teacher of the Year" and presented her with an MV Pride pin. 7. Reports: Brief reports from each building were presented. Dorothy Carpenter and Junia Jarvie reported that the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation now has a principal amount of over $329,000. They also distributed a list of accomplishments during the first ten years as well as a brief financial report. Jerry Sessions reported that the Athletic Council had met recently to discuss coaches evaluations, coaching overlapping seasons, cutting, and eligibility. Mike LaFeldt from SchoolHouse Software presented the proposed technology plan. Supt. Volz outlined the cooperative efforts of school districts across the state to create the Michigan Schools Energy Cooperative to establish a cooperative energy purchase program. 8. Additional agenda items: Supt. Volz presented a request for release that had been received since the agenda was set. The request was tabled until the November 10th meeting. 9. Technology plan approval: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Christensen to approve the new technology plan as presented. Motion carried 7-0. 10. Resolution of membership in energy cooperative: A motion was made by Dunham and sup­ ported by James to adopt the resolution of participa­ tion in the Michigan Schools Energy Cooperative. Mo­ tion carried 7-0. 11. Resolution to proceed with Headlee claim: A motion was made by Christensen and supported by Sessions to approve the resolution to proceed with Headlee amendment claims as presented. Motion car­ ried 7-0. 12. FFA convention request: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Dunham to approve the FFA request to allow students to attend the convention in Kansas City and pay $270 for the chaperone to attend. 13. Title I coordinator: A motion was made by Christensen and supported by Sessions to approve Bernie Hynes as Title I Coordinator for the 1997-98 school year. Motion carried 7-0. 14. Freshman basketball coach: A motion was made by Sessions and supported by Dunham to ap­ prove the addition of Scot Lenz as coach for the freshman girls' basketball team. Motion carried 7-0. Christensen left the meeting at 8:40 p.m. 15. Audit approval: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Sessions to approve the 1996-97 an­ nual audit as prepared by Foote and Lloyd CPAs. Mo­ tion carried 6-0. 16. UST bids: A motion was made by Dunham and supported by Curtis to accept the recommendation of Pat Powers and the consultant from DeLisle Associates and award the bid to the low bidder, Boerman Environmental Specialties and Transporters, in the amount of $3,600 for removal of the underground storage tanks at the bus garage and Maplewood sites. Motion carried 6-0. 17. Staff resignation: A motion was made by Ses­ sions and supported by James to accept the resigna­ tion of paraprofessional Cathy Spitzer effective September 10, 1997. Motion carried 6-0. 18. Executive session: A motion was made by James and supported by Sessions to go into executive session for the purpose of discussing negotiations strategy. Roll call vote - Aye: Avery, Callton, Curtis, Dunham, James, Sessions; Nay: none. Time: 8:53 p.m. Open session resumed at 10:09 p.m. James left the meeting during executive session. 19. Adjournment: A motion was made by Curtis and supported by Avery to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried 5-0. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 p .m. Approved November 10, 1997 Allison Avery, Secretary Board of Education DEERE SEASON NOTICE The deadline for filing nominating petitions will be Tuesday November 25, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. The following positions will be on the ballot: Village President, Clerk, Treasurer & Assessor; three two year terms and one one year term for Trustee on the Nashville Village Council. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Hall. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 100 from Page 12— required to travel in such a manner as to minimize disrup­ tion of traffic flow, and are prohibited from operating to the left of the center line from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise or during inclement weather that would restrict visibility. “The fanners in our area are very industrious though” said the sheriff, “and you could find them moving about early in the morning orlate afternoon.” “Remember, safety isn’t only for the highway... drive safely on Michigan’s county roads,” concluded the sheriff. FULLER Focus Kindergarten Tammi King. We have been busy working on letters Cc, Pp, Hh, and numbers 0-12. Our favorite activitiesincluding our pizza, popcorn, pop and pajama party, estimat­ ing how far popcorn would pop, making a pizza book, making Scat the Cat books, painting cakes with chocolate pudding, making Hermit crabs, Humpty Dumpty, and Halloween books! We have been studying our five senses, homes, leaves and seeds, and the transformation of caterpillars too! Kindergarten Mrs. Seifert. What begins with “P”? How about a pajama party? We enjoyed pizza, pop and pop­ corn at our party. We inter­ viewed our principal, Mrs. Hynes. She was dressed in polka-dots. Our class interviewed the cooks for the letter “C”. If any­ one would like to volunteer to be interviewed, by our class, please call Fuller Street Elementary and leave us a message. We are learning about homes for the letter “H”. Kindergarten - Linda Gaber. We’ve been working on many activities to help us learn the letters P ,C, and H. We put piglet in a purple puddle for P and had Miss Piggy come (Julie Khourl) to our pizza party. We put chocolate pud­ ding on a cake for Cc. For the letter Hh we made a house out of an H. We’ve heard many stories to stress the letters Cc, Pp, and Hh. First Grade Mrs. Dunham. We have named our class the “Marvelous Macaws” to go with our school theme: The Rain Forest. Gizmo, Mrs. Potter’s parrot visited our room for several days. We are graph­ ing, patterning, working story problems and beginning addi­ tion. We have reviewed the alphabet ap ae letters eers an and are blenden ing sounds together to read words. We have started spelling words and having a weekly spelling test. On our first day, Mr. Volz, our Superintendent, and Mrs. Hynes, our Principal, visited our classroom. It was wonder­ ful for everyone to meet them! First Grade - Mrs. Schinck. We have been reading and learning how to blend 2 and 3 letter words. We enjoy writing words and are even beginning to put together sentences. We are very proud of our accom­ plishments. In math, we know how to add and subtract numbers with sums and differences to 8. We can even read graphs and solve problems using the informa­ tion from the graphs. We learned all about pedes­ trian and bicycle safety. We also learned about fire safety and have practiced several fire drills. We learned about Christopher Columbus and are looking forward to celebrating Halloween. Happy Halloween! Second Grade Looking for a Call... y 945-9554 J Vermontville Veterinary Service Tamera K. Cohoon Reist, DVM 2065 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville, MI Introducing a new federally accredited veterinary service in the Vermontville area. Available services include: Equine reproductive and general medicine Lameness and pre-purchase exams Dairy production medicine M • All other farm species Also camelids and captive cervidae ’ Cell Ph.: (517) 242-4928 Voice Mail: (517) 580-4128 Home Ph. (517) 726-0792 Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment BOOKKEEPER needed for your small business? Need someone for 15-20 hours/week? 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FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering * Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 11 & Some tips for your garden SSjJs at this time of the year SW »b?% < Ik 3;; 3 ^‘Brs 'S ?*cAs «>££>£? ^Mkirf j ^Msjfa ^Msjf । i ■ Ih S*®w 1 Perhaps you have enjoyed the fresh vegetables and flowers during from this your home garden extended degrees. If there is a lot of plant residue in the garden, you can either work it into the soil or make compost with it. season. If you are not composting, Finally, it appears that fall you may want to try it next weather is upon us. There year. If, however, the may still be a few things you tomatoes and potatoes had late might want to consider doing blight disease, it is better to to your garden, assuming that bury the residues elsewhere you plan to have another rather than incorporating it. garden in the same place next You also should avoid too year. much tillage if soil erosion is a This is a good time to take a problem. Tillage practices soil sample from your garden under wet soil conditions and have it analyzed at the causes soil compaction. Ero­ Michigan State University sion can be reduced by putting Soil Testing Laboratory. The a layer of grass clippings and soil test report will indicate dead leaves on the soil the phosophorus and surface. potassium fertilizer needs for Alternatively, you might next year. It will also show if consider establishing a winter you need a soil pH adjust­ cover crop, like rye or wheat, ment. If the pH needs to be which will anchor the soil and raised, fall is a good time to slowly grow during the apply lime, because it winter. This will keep the soil generally takes about eight to “biologically active” during 12 months to change the acidi­ the winter. In the spring you ty of the soil. Soil acidity is a can incorporate this crop into key factor affecting crop the soil and increase the soil growth and certain organic matter. physiological diseases. dise Also, try to remember to If there ere are perenna perennial draw a rough sketch of your weeds, both broadleaf and garden, so you can rotate the grass types, fall is a good time crops next year. Avoid grow­ ing the same crop in the same to spray a herbicide, such as Roundup, to kill them. Follow place year after year. Severe the label instructions careful­ cases of pitted scab disease ly. It is best to spray when have been observed on potato temperature is above 60 tubers that were grown in the Experienced Buffers Immediate Hire Opportunity W The Buffing Department of American Bumper & Mfg. Co. has immediate openings for applicants with a minimum 3 month Buffing experience. Qualifications include: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime •Ability to Consistently Lift 65 lbs. • Availability to Work any of3 Shifts $9.60 per hour plus shift premium (Buffing Department starts al top payrate) Applications available in the Security Office 6 days per week, 24 hours per day. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. 14 N. Beardsley Road, Ionia, MI 48846 EOE same spot for several years. Crop rotation will reduce the incidence ofdisease and insect buildup in the soil. Try dif­ ferent crops and diversify your garden. If you are concerned about winter damage to Rhododen­ drons and Azaleas, you might consider setting up a wind barrier. Certain garden shops will cany burlap rolls that can be used for this purpose and provide instructions to erect them. Plastic wraps can be us­ ed to protect the stems of young birch and crabapple trees from rabbit damage. Fencing with chicken wire around the trunk also protect young trees from rabbit and deer damage. Some shops carry protective translucent tubes that are the five feet tall, that will protect young trees from deer and wind-chill damage. When the temperatures get very low, you might consider placing cones to protect your best looking rose bushes. These are some of tips to keep your garden healthy. If you have questions, please call the local MSU Extension office for information. If you would like to know more about gardening, you might consider taking a Master Gardener course. Parent-teacher conferences set this week Maple Valley Jr./Sr. High School will have parent­ teacher conferences in the high school gym on the following dates: Wednesday, No. 5, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 6, from 1 to 4:30 and 6 to 9 p.m. Students will be released at 11:18 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Report cards will be available at con­ ferences. Local student joins Alpha Gamma Delta at Alma College Alpha Gamma Delta has ini­ tiated into membership Kathyrn McDougal from Hastings. McDougal is a sophomore at Alma College. More than 70,000 other col­ lege and university women in the United States and Canada have joined Alpha Gamma Delta since its founding in 1904. Chapters are located throughout the United States and Canada. Jr. Livestock group to meet The next Eaton County Jr. Livestock Association meeting will"be Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. Officers for 1998 will be elected. Any Eaton County 4-H beef, sheep, swine, dairy steer or veal project members, lead­ ers or parents are encouraged to attend. For further information, call Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-1210 or (517) 372-5594. Did You Know? (NAPS)—A new study, recently published in the Journal ofthe American College ofNutrition, now recommends white grape juice as the first juice to introduce to infants and tod­ dlers. Why? Children digest the carbohydrates in white grape juice more completely than those found in either purple grape juice, apple juice or pearjuice. Log a Load for Kids is a national campaign in which participating logging con­ tractors and other members of the forestry community donate the value of a truck­ load of logs to a children’s hospital in their community or participate in related fund-raising projects. Letter-perfect precision, carefully crafted cursive, and superior slant are what it takes to win the National Handwriting Contest. First through sixth-graders can enter the 1998 contest by ask­ ing their teacher or principal to call 1-800-924-9233 for an official Parker Pen/ZanerBloser National Handwriting Contest packet According to the Amer­ ican Lung Association, COPD is a term used for chronic bronchitis and emphysema, a progressive debilitating and life-threat­ ening respiratory disease that affects more than 16 million Americans. Smoking cessation is the first step in treating the disease. And a new prescription medicine, Combivent® Inhalation Aerosol also helps some peo­ ple breathe easier. Recipes in a new poultry cookbook range from Cream of Turkey Soup to Foie Gras Parfait with Snow Peas and Apple Salad, Smoked Chicken Pizza to Squab Risotto and Guinea Fowl Pie. The beautifully illustrated book, entitled The Chicken and Poultry Bible, is avail­ able in local bookstores. Heather Graham Pozzessere’s new novel, IfLooks Could Kill, sizzles with all the heat and passion of Miami. It is available in local bookstores. America’s transportation system faces major chal­ lenges as the 21st century approaches. To cope, trans­ portation leaders are apply­ ing proven technologies to develop automated highway systems (AHS) that offer safer, cleaner, and more efficient roadways. The first were unveiled at Demo “97, San Diego, last summer. z Drawing new characters and making them funny is the work of 24 innovative artists and 12 writers at Shoebox, a “tiny little divi­ sion of Hallmark.” One of their newest: The Grays, aliens that scoot through the atmosphere to observe odd earthling behavior. 3-IN-ONE* Oil, the 103year-old compound that lubricates, cleans, and pre­ vents rust, is one of only a few commmon products whose formula has never been tampered with. Contrary to popular stereotypes, teenagers and young adults are focused on their futures. The majority, says a recent study by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co., are defining their career goals before high school graduation. Specialized software lets children learn an important life skill—typing—in a funfilled environment. Lessons in the Mario Teaches Typing 2 program from Brainstorm progress from letters to words to sentences and then on to full paragraphs. More and more business­ es are taking the power off desktops and switching to basic computers, called net­ work computers, with limited or no storage space, accord­ ing to a study released in Network World, a newsweek­ ly that focuses on networking and the Internet through its publishing, education, soft­ ware and online divisions. Ifyou are one ofthe 14 mil- lion Americans affected by asthma, you will be interested to learn that a new asthma medication, Accolate. a prod­ uct of Zeneca Pharmaceuticals was recently cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Admin­ istration and has already been prescribed to more than 480,000 asthma patients. Menu items consumed at Popeyes, the popular fried chicken chain, in 1996 include: 250,000,000 biscuits, 714,000 pounds of shrimp, 1.8 million pounds of Cajun seasoning, and 40,000,000 cups ofCoca Cola. Although soap may dry sensitive skin, many women opt to replace these popular cleaning agents with one of the new body washes now available. Gillette’s Satin Care body wash is the first and only 3-in-one product. It can cleanse, moisturize, and serve as a shave prep formulation. The Art and Framing Council, a non-profit organi­ zation, offers this tip on sav­ ing your precious memories: rather than throwing vaca­ tion photos and other mementos into a drawer, bring them to your local frame shop and have them create a framed memory that you can hang and enjoy for years to come. Wallpaper offers the greatest color and design impact to quick-change any room in your home. Experts at Gencorp Wallcovering Division say travel and televi­ sion increase decorating savvy. Another influence is the need to escape from the working world, says Village Wallcoverings and Fabrics. Sunworthy Wallcoverings identifies a need to escape and return to a simpler life. Imperial Wallcoverings says wallpaper can create a design statement for everyone. Any day is a good day to try one ofthe more than 100 delicious, low-fat recipes from the new cookbook Sweetened Naturally With Honey. To order, send a check or money order for $2.95 to: National Honey Board, Dept NPR, PO Box 125, Wisconsin Rapids, WI54495. Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE YOU '^excutee &cvtd fat OtA&t tO 'Zfavtd, IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: ■ “I Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 12 Motorists should watch out for ‘Deere’ season along roads It’s “Deere” season... or perhaps International Harvester season. Whatever the brand or col­ or, it is the time of year when motorists may come across slow moving farm equipment in the process of harvesting crops. This little publicized concern is the cause of a number of severe crashes each year, according to Eaton County Sheriff Rick Wahl. “In patrolling county roads this time ofyear, we often run across tractors, combines and other slow moving farm im­ plements moving from field to field,” said Wahl. “It’s also the time of year when many Michigan motorists enjoy the scenic beauty of our country roads in search of fall colors and this can be a lethal combination.” Though there are specific laws that govern the operation of farm implements on the roadways, they do have the right to move from one area to another on the road. The pro­ blem arises because of the speed of the vehicle coupled with the terrain they usually travel in; county roads with hills and sharp curves can hide even the largest equipment un­ til it’s too late. “Keep a sharp eye when traveling in rural areas,” said Wahl. “By law, implements of husbandry, which includes tractors, combines, and farm equipment, must have a triangular sign with a reflec- tive, dark red border, with a center of yellow/orange reflective material, mounted on the rear of the vehicle as close to the center as possible.” This type of equipment is See Deere, Page 10 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE MUNICIPAL CIVIL INFRACTIONS ORDINANCE ORDINANCE #10-23-97 A SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS 1. As used in this Chapter: (a) “Act" means Act 236 of the Public Acts of 1961, as amended. (b) "Authorized Village Official" means a police officer or other personnel of the Village authorized by this code or any ordinance to issue municipal civil infraction notices. (c) “Bureau" means the Village of Nashville Municipal Ordinance Violation Bureau as established by this Chapter. (d) “Municipal Civil Infraction Action" means a civil action in which the defendents is alleged to be responsible for the municipal civil infraction. (e) "Municipal Civil Infraction Citation" means a written complaint or notice prepared by an authorized Village official, directing a person to appear in court regarding the occurrence or existence of a municipal civil infraction violation by the person cited. (f) "Municipal Civil Infraction Violation Notice" means a written notice prepared by an authorized Village official, directing a person to appear at the Village of Nashville Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau and to pay the fine and costs, if any, prescribed for the violation by the schedule of civil fines adopted by the Village, as authorized under Sections 8396 and 8707(6) of the Act. (g) “Violation" means any act which is prohibited or made or declared to be unlawful or an offense by the Ordinance and any ommission or failure to act where the act is required by the Ordinance. Each day on which any violation of the Ordinance continues constitutes a separate offense and shall be subject to penalties or sanctions as a separate offense. (h) “Repeat Violation" means a second (or any subsequent) municipal civil infraction violation of the same term or provision (1) committed by a person, firm, corporation or other entity within any two year period and (2) for which the person, firm, corporation or other entity admits responsibility or is determined to be responsible. 2. Municipal civil infraction action; commencement. A municipal civil infraction action may be commenced upon the issuance by a authorized Village official of (1) a munic­ ipal civil infraction citation directing the alleged violator to appear in court; or (2) a municipal civil infraction violation notice directing the alleged violator to appear at the Village of Nashville Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau. a municipal civil infraction citation for any violation or from prosecuting any violation in a court of competent jurisdiction. No person shall be required to dispose of a municipal civil infraction violation at the Bureau and may have the violation precessed before a court of appropriate jurisdiction. The unwillingness of any person to dispose of any violation at the Bureau shall not prejudice the person or in any way diminish the person's rights, priviledges and protection accorded by law. (d) Bureau limited to accepting admissions of responsibility. The scope of the Bureau’s authorty shall by limited to accepting admission of responsibility for municipal civil an infractions and collecting and retaining civil fines and costs as a result of a result of those admissions and in no event shall the Bureau determine, or attempt to determine, the truth or falsity of any fact or matter relating to an alleged violation. (e) Municipal civil infraction violation notices. Municipal civil infraction violation notices shall be issued and served by authorized Village officials. In addition to any other information required by this Code or other ordinance, the notice of violation shall indicate the time by which the alleged violator must appear at the Bureau, the hours during which the Bureau is open, the amount of the fine scheduled for the alleged violation, and the consequences for failure to appear and pay the required fine within the required time. (f) Appearance; payment of fines and costs. An alleged violator receiving a municipal civil infraction violation notice shall appear at the Bureau and pay the specified fine and costs at or by the time specified for appearance in the municipal civil infraction violation notice. An appearance may be made by mail, in person, or by representation. (g) Procedure where admission of responsibility not made or fine paid. If an authorized Village official issues and serves a municipal ordinance violation notice and if an admission of responsibility is not made and the civil fine and costs, if ahy prescribed by the scedule of fines for the violation are not paid at the Bureau, a municipal civil infraction citation may be filed with the District Court and a copy of the citation may be served by the first-class mail upon the alleged violator at the alleged violator’s last known address. The citation filed with the Court does not need to comply in all particulars with the requirements for citations as provided by Sections 8705 and 8709 of the Act, but shall consist of a sworn complaint containing the allegations stated in the municipal ordinance violation notice and shall fairly inform the alleged violator how to respond to the citation. 6. Schedule of civil fines established. (a) A schedule of civil fines payable to the Bureau for Admissions of responsibility by persons served with Municipa Ordinance Violation Notices is hereby established. The fines for violations of ordinance listed below shall be as follows: 3. Municipal civil infraction citations; issuance and service. Municipal civil infraction citations shall be issued and served by authorized Village officials as follows: (a) The time for appearance specified in a citation shall be within a reasonable time after the citation is issued. (b) The place for appearance specified in a citation shall be District Court. (c) Each citation shall be numbered consecutively and shall be in a form approved by the state court administrator. The original citation shall be filed with the District Court. Copies of the citation shall be retained by the Village and issued to the alleged violator as provided by Section 8705 of the act. (d) A citation for a municipal civil infraction signed by an authorized Village official shall be treated as made under oath if the violation alleged in the citation occurred in the presence of the official signing the complaint and if the citation contains the following statement immediately above the date and signature of the official: “I declare under the penalties of perjury that the statements above are true to the best of my information, knowledge, and belief." (e) An authorized Village official who witnesses a person commit a municipal civil infraction shall prepare and sub scribe, as soon as possible and as completely as possible, an original and required copies of a citation. (f) An authorized Village official may issue a citation to a person if: (1) Based upon investigation, the official has reasonable cause to believe that the person is responsible for a municipal civil infraction; or (2) Based upon investigation of a complaint by someone who allegedly witnessed the person commit a municipal civil infraction, the official has reasonable cause to believe that the person is responsible for an infraction and if the prosecuting attorney or Village attorney approves in writing the issuance of the citation. (g) Municipal civil infraction shall be served by an authorized Village official as follows: (1) An authorized Village official shall personally serve a copy of the citation upon the alleged violator. (2) If the municipal civil infraction action involves the use or occupancy of land, a building or other structure, a copy of the citation does not need to be personally served upon the alleged violator, but may be served upon an owner or occupant of the land, building or structure by posting the land or attaching the copy to the building or structure. In addition, a copy of the citation shall be sent by first-class mail to the owner of the land, building, or structure at the owner’s last known address. 4. Municipal civil infraction citations; contents. (a) A municipal civil infraction citation shall contain the name and address of the alleged violator, the municipal civil infraction alleged, the place where the alleged violator shall appear in court, the telephone number of the court, and the time at or by which the appearance shall be made. (b) Further, the citation shall inform the alleged violator that he or she may do one of the following: (1) Admit responsibility for the municipal civil infraction by mail, in perosn, or by representation, at or by the time specified for appearance. 1st 2nd 3rd VIOLATION $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $100 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $25 $50 $50 $50 $25 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50 VIOLATION $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $200 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $50 $150 $150 $100 • $50 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 REPEAT VIOLATION $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $100 $300 $300 $150 $100 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 (b) Unless another penalty is expressly provided, any person, firm or entity determined responsible for a violation of a Village Ordinance which has been designated as a civil infraction shall be punished by a civil fine or $50 for a first violation, $150 for a second violation and $300 for a third or subsequent violation, and shall be liable for the payment of costs in an amount of not less than $9.00 and not more than $500. (2) Admit responsibility for the municipal civil infraction “with explanation" by mail by the time specified for appearance or, in person, or by representation. (3) Deny responsibility for the municipal civil infraction by doing either of the following: (a) Appearing in person for a informal hearing before a judge or district court magistrate, without the tohpepoVritl uanitey of being represented by an attorney, unless a formal hearing before a iudqe is requested bv the Village. (b) Appearing in court for a formal hearing before a judge, with the opportunity of being represented bv an attorney. (c) the citation shall also inform the alleged violator of all of the following: 7 Authorized Village Official Any Village Police Officer, Zoning administrator, Building Officials and all other individuals or agencies authorized by council are hereby designated as authorized Village Officials to issue civil infraction citations (directing alleged viola­ tors to appear in court) or municipal civil infraction violation notices (directing alleged violators to appear at the Village of Nashville Municipal Ordinance Violations Bureau) as provided by this Code. 8. Severability. (1) Tthat if the alleged violator desires to admit responsibility “with explanation” in person or by representation, the alleged violator must apply to the court in person, by mail, by telephone, or by representation within the time specified for appearance and obtain a scheduled date and time forr an appearance. (2) That if the alleged violator desires to deny responsibility the alleged violator must apply to the court i person, by mail by telephone, or by representation within the time specified for appearance and obtain scheduled date and time to appear for a hearing, unless a hearing date is specified on the citation. ORDINANCE No. 11-01-50 No. 1-01-67 No. 6-16-02 No. 3-02-05 No. 3-23-37 No. 12-27-56 No. 1-22-81 No. 10-08-81 No. 4-17-39 No. 10-09-86 No. 7-22-82 No. 12-15-54 No. 8-01-1892 No. 5-21-34 No. 6-12-1878 #1 No. 6-11-1878 #3 No. 6-18-06 No. 7-26-79 No. 6-11-1878 #5 No. 9-05-10 No. 10-23-97C No. 8-10-89 No. 10-08-64 No. 7-23-1888 No. 5-21-34 No. 6-12-11 #29 No. 6-12-1878 #6 No. 6-20-04 No. 6-12-11 #25 No. 5-12-55 No. 8-05-40 No. 8-15-1892 No. 4-13-37 ZONING ORDINANCE The various parts, sections and clauses of this Ordinance are hereby declared to be s.everable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remain­ der of the Ordinance shall not be affected thereby. 9. Conflicts. a (3) That a hearing shall be an informal hearing unless a formal hearing is requested by the alleged violator or the Village. (4) That an an informal hearing the alleged violator must appear in person before a judge or district court magistrate, withou the opportunity of being represented by an attorney. (5) That at a formal hearing the alleged violator must appear in person before a judge with the opportunity of being represented by an attorney. 1 (d) the citation shall contain a notice in boldface type that the failure of the alleged violator to appear within the time specified in the citation or at the time scheduled for a hearing or appearance is a misdemeanor and will result in entry of a default judgement against the alleged violator on the municipal civil infraction. 5. Municipal ordinance violation bureau. (a) Bureau Established. The Village hereby establishes a Municipal Violations Bureau ("Bureau") as authorized under Section 8396 of the Act to accept admissions of responsibility for municipal civil infractions in response to munic-­ iipal civil infraction violation notices issued and served by authorized Village officials, and to collect and retain civil fines and costs as prescribed by this Code or any ordinance. (b) Location; supervision; employees; rules and regulations. The Bureau shall be located at Village Hall and shall be under the supervision and control of the Clerk. The Clerk shall adopt rules and regulations for the operations of the Bureau. (c) Disposition of violations. The Bureau may dispose only of municipal civil infraction violations for which a fine has been scheduled and for which a municipal civil infraction violation notice (as compared with a citation) has been issued. The fact that a fine has been scheduled for a particular violation shall not entitle any person to dispose of the violation at the Bureau. Nothing in this Chapter shall prevent or restrict the Village from issuing All ordinances, resolutions and orders, and parts of ordinances, resolutions, and order inconsistent or conflicting with any part of this Ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such inconsistency or conflict. 10. Effect date. This Ordinance shall become effective 20 days after its adoption or upon its publicaiton, whichever occurs later. YEAS: NONE ABSTAIN NONE ABSENT: NONE - ONE OPEN SEAT ORDINANCE NO. 10-23-97-1 ADOPTED. GARY WHITE, VILLAGE PRESIDENT CATHY LENTZ, VILLAGE CLERK I, Cathy Lentz, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Village Council for the Village of Nashville held on October 23, 1997. Cahty Lentz, Village Clerk I, Cathy Lentz, hereby certify that a notice of the foregoing Ordinance was published in the Maple Valley News, newspaper circulated in the Village of Nashville, on November 4, 1997. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 101 �ORDINANCE tlO-aa-STB AN ORDINANCE TO DO THE FOLLOWING VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE ORDINANCE AMENTMENTS. R (•I**’* rH*** f SSS rr.:?' CriP* .P-W MW 'r** �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 14 VILLAGE OF NASHVILLE TREE ORDINANCE ORDINANCE NO. 10-23-97C SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS: “Street trees” are herein defined as trees, shrubs, bushes and all other woody vegetation on land lying between property lines on either side of all streets, or ways within the Village. “Park trees" are herein defined as trees, shrubs, bushes and all other woody vegetation in parks having individual names, and all areas owned by the Village, or to which the public has free access as a park. SECTION 2. ESTABLISHMENT OF A VILLAGE TREE BOARD: There is hereby created and established a Village Tree Board for the Village of Nashville, Michigan, which shall consist of the DPW committee members, who shall be appointed by the Village President, and the Director of Public Works. SECTION. 3 TERM OF OFFICE: The terms of two persons appointed by the Village President shall be one year. SECTION 4. COMPENSATION: The members of the board shall serve without compensation. SECTION 5. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: It shall be the responsibility of the board to study, investigate, council, and develop and/or update annually, and administer a plan, for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, replanting, removal, or disposition of trees in parks, along street and other public places. Such plan will be presented annually to the Village Council and upon their acceptance and approval shall constitute the official city tree plan of the village of Nashville. The board, when requested by the Village Council shall consider, investigate, make finding, report, and recommend upon any spe­ cial matter or question coming within the scope of its work. SECTION 6. OPERATION: The board shall choose its own officers, make its own rules and regulations, and keep a journal of its proceedings. A majority of the members shall be a quorum for transaction of business. SECTION 7. THE SPECIES TO BE PLANTED: The publication “STREET TREE" by the Municipal Tree Restoration Program constitutes the official reference pub­ lication for the Village of Nashville. This book should be referenced when selecting a tree species for planting on village controlled property. A copy of this publication will be available in the Public Works Department Office for review. All species of trees selected should meet the following qualifications before planting or have special autho­ rization by the Village Tree Board to waive the set standards. 1. 2. 3. 4. Hardiness should be for Zone 5 or higher. Only non fruit bearing trees should be planted. Tree species should be drought tolerant. Tree species should be salt tolerant. SECTION 8. SPACING: The spacing of street trees will be in accordance with the three size classes; SMALL - 25 feet apart, MEDIUM - 40 feet apart, LARGE - 50 feet apart; except in special plantings approved by the board and a landscape architect. SECTION 9. DISTANCE FROM CURB AND SIDEWALK: The distance trees may be planted from curbs or curblines and sidewalks will be in accordance with tree size. No trees may be planted closer to any curb or sidewalk than the following; SMALL & MEDIUM - 2 feet, LARGE - 4 feet. SECTION 10. DISTANCE FROM STREET CORNERS AND FIRE PLUGS: No tree shall be planted closer than 35 feet to any corner, measured from the nearest intersecting curb liens. No tree shall be planted closer than 10 feet to any fireplug. SECTION 11. UTILITIES: No street trees other than small trees may be planted within 10 feet of any overhead utility wire, or over, or within 5 feet of any underground utility. SECTION 12. PUBLIC TREE CARE: The Village shall have the right to plant, prune, maintain,and remove trees and shrubs within the lines of all streets, alleys, and public grounds, as may be necessary to insure public safety or to preserve or enhance the symmetry and beauty of public grounds. The Village Tree Board may remove or cause or order to be removed, any tree or part thereof which is in an unsafe condition or which by reason of its nature is injurious to any utility or public improvements, or is affected with any injurious fungus, insect, or other pest. This does not prohibit the planting of street trees by adjacent property owners provided that the selection and location of said trees is in accordance with this ordinance. SECTION 13. TREE TOPPING: It shall be unlawful as a normal practice for any person or firm to top any tree on public property. Topping is defined as the severe cutting back of limbs to stubs larger than 3 inches in diameter within the trees crown to such a degree so as to remove the normal canopy and disfigure the tree. Trees severely damaged by storms or other causes, or certain-trees under utility wires or other obstructions where other pruning practices are impractical maybeexempted from this ordinance at the determination of the Village Tree Board. SECTION 14. PRUNING, CORNER CLEARANCE: Every tree owner having any tree overhanging any street or right-of-way within the Village shall prune the branch­ es so that such branches shall not obstruct the light from any street light or obstruct the view of any street inter­ section and so that there is a clear space of 8 feet above the street or sidewalk. Said owners shall remove all dead, diseased, or dangerous trees, or broken or decayed limbs that are a menace to the publics safety. The Village shall have the right to prune any tree or shrub or private property when it interferes with the spread of light from any street light, or interferes with visibility of any traffic control device or sign. SECTION 15. DEAD OR DISEASED TREE REMOVAL ON PRIVATE PROPERTY: The Village shall have the right to cause the removal of any dead or diseased trees on private property within the Village, when such trees constitute a hazard to life and property, or harbor insects or disease that constitute a potential threat to other trees within the Village. The Tree Board shall notify in writing the owners of such trees. Removal shall be done by said owners at their own expense within 60 days after the date of service of notice. In the event of failure of owners to comply with such provisions, the Village shall have the authority to remove such trees and charge the cost of work on the owners property tax notice. SECTION 16. REMOVAL OF STUMPS: All stumps in street right-of-way and parks shall be removed below the surface of the ground so that the top of the stump shall not project above the surface of the ground. SECTION 17. INTERFERENCE WITH VILLAGE TREE BOARD: It shall be unlawful for any person to prevent, delay, or interfere with the Village Tree Board, or any of its agents, while engaging in and about planting, or caring or removing any trees on public or private grounds, as authorized in this ordinance. SECTION 18. REVIEW BY VILLAGE COUNCIL: The Village Council shall have the right to review the conduct, acts, and decisions of the Village Tree Board. Any person may appeal from any ruling or order of the Village Tree Board to the Village Council who may hear the matmat­ ter and make a final decision. SECTION 19. PENALTY: Any person, firm, corporation, or other entity who violates any term or provision of this Ordinance is responsible flor a municipal civil infraction and shall be punished by a civil fine of $50 for a first violation, $150 for a second violation, and $300 for a third or subsequent violation and shall be liable for the payment of costs in an amount of not less than $9.00 and not more than $500.00. SECTION 20. EFFECTIVE DATE: This Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days after its publication. YEAS: Gary White, Chris Pash, Dennis Mapes, Mike Kenyon, Carroll Wolff, Frank Dunham. NAYS: None ABSENT: None - One open seat ORDINANCE NO. 10-23-97C IS DECLARED ADOPTED. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Gary White, Village President. I hereby certify that this foregoing Ordinance was adopted at a regular meeting of the Nashville Villaoe Council held on October 23,1997. Dated: 10-23-97 Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk Adopted 10-23-97 Published: November 4,1997 Effective: December 4, 1997 103 Serving Our Country Joshua D. Brace Marine Pvt. Joshua D. Brace, son of James L. Brace of Stamm Road, Dowling, recently completed basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. Brace successfully com­ pleted 12 weeks of training designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physical­ ly and mentally. He and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a.m., by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical condi­ tioning program, Brace spent numerous hours in a classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted weapons training. They performed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. Brace and other recruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps’ core values — honor, courage and com­ mitment, and what the words mean in guiding personal and professional conduct. He and fellow recruits end­ ed the training phase with The Crucible, a 54-hour team ef­ fort, problem solving evolu­ tion Which culminated with an emotional ceremony in which the recruits were presented the Marine Coips Emblem, and were addressed as “Marines” for the first time since boot camp began. Brace joins 41,000 men and women who will enter the Marine Corps this year from all over the country. He is a 1997 graduate of Maple Valley High School. Brian R. Thomason Navy Fireman Brian R. Thomason, son of Pamela J. Currier of 3900 Curtis Road, Nashville, recently departed on a six-month deployment to the Mediterranean Sea aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington. Thomason is one of more than 5,000 sailors and Marines aboard the ship, which departed its home port of Norfolk, Va., to lead the USS George Washington Bat­ tle Group. The battle group is comprised ofeight tactical air­ craft squadrons, seven surface combatants and two sub­ marines, and is replacing the USS John F. Kennedy Battle Group, which has been deployed since April. Thomason and fellow crew members prepared for the deployment by participating in an Atlantic Joint Task Force Exercise. The exercise in­ volved more than 15,000 U.S. Andrew L. Royston Air Force Airman Andrew L. Royston has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During the six weeks of training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization and customs and received special training in human relations. In addition, airmen who complete basic training earn credits toward an associate degree through the Communi­ ty College of the Air Force. Royston is the son of Ricky L. Royston of 623 Henry St., Charlotte, and Robin A. Rodriguez of 285 Maple St., forces and tested their ability to respond to situations they may encounter during their six-month deployment. Carriers, like USS George Washington, are forward deployed around the world to maintain a U.S. presence and provide rapid response in times of crisis. They serve as a highly visible deterrent to would-be aggressors and, if deterrence fails, offer the most versatile and powerful weapons available. The SS George Washington Battle Group can travel more than 500 miles a day while simultaneously deploying to separate geographic regions. With Tomahawk cruise missiles, tactical aircraft arid combat­ ready Marines, the forces pro­ vide unified commanders with an unparalleled range of flexi­ ble options and capabilities. The 1995 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in January 1996. Vermontville. He is a 1995 graduate of Charlotte High School. Glenn P. Godbey Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Glenn P. Godbey, son of Lester B. Godbey of Assyria Road and Shirley A. Gardener of Scott Road, Nashville, recently made a five-day port visit to Port Louis, Mauritius, while on a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific and Indian oceans and Persian Gulf aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Chosin. During the visit, Godbey’s ship performed numerous community relations projects, participated in sporting events and enjoyed the African resort community offerings. Godbey and fellow sailors delivered toys, educational materials and hygiene items to various schools, youth organizations and an orphanage, and painted classrooms at a school for handicapped children. Godbey and fellow ship­ mates also competed with the Mauritian Coast Guard, police force and other govern­ ment agencies in sporting events which included soccer, pistol shooting, basketball arid golf. Local families and organizations also invited sailors to S.unday dinner through the “Host-a-Sailor’ program. Godbey’s ship is pne of the most powerful warships ever put to sea. The computer­ based AEGIS weapons system is the heart Of the ship’s war­ fighting capability. It centers around a powerful radar that enables the crew to detect, tract and fire on more than 100 targets at a time; The 1981 graduate ofMaple Valley High School joined the Navy in February of 1987. Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Nov. 5 — Poultry Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:00 p.m. Extension Office. Nov. 5 — Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Nov. 6 — Fairboard Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Nov. 10 — 4-H Leader and Youth Awards Banquet, 7 p.m. in the Thomapple Banquet Hall at the Expo Center. Nov. 12 — 4-H Horse Developmental Committee, 7,p.m., USDA Office, Hastings. ‘ Nov. 13 — 4-H Enrollment Night, 7 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Nov. 13 — 4-H Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Nov. 19 — Annual 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Exten­ sion Office. Nov. 20 — Fairboard Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Nov. 20 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Extension Office. Dec. 5-7 — Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. We are never so happy nor so unhappy as we imagine. —Francois Due De La Rochefoucald •a CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS OK Z FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE I s s s s z Debt Consolidation Cash for Any Purpose Same Day Pre-Approval $10,000 — $ 88 /mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo Fixed Rates ApRi.7s%ez«>mo(<MC) 0 z 0 $ $ z0 8 z mofigageceneer CALL 1-800-669-8957 9 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday. November 4, 1997 — Page 15 r Maple Valley Football Team 1997 SMAA League Champions.,.9-0 Class CC Regional Quarter Finals Friday Night, November 7 • 7:30 pm Berrien Springs at Maple Valley Auto Parts Center 112 N. Main St., Nashville 219 N. Main Street, Nashville Mace Pharmacy M-C Repair & Towing Phone 852-9500 Phone 852-0845 Phone 852-1649 109 S. Main St., Nashville Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Citizens L.L.C. Co Phone 852-1830 Phone 726-0514 Maple Valley Real Estate The Movie Station 201 N. Main St., Nashville (next to Hastings City Bank) Phone 852-2290 Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Phone (517) 726-0640 Tobias-Mason Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Southern Shoe & Boot Co. 234 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2540 Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Homes 204 N. Queen St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-0840 Wolever’s Real Estate 135 Washington Phone (517) 726-0637 Musser Service 737 Sherman (7 blocks E. of Main) Nashville • Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland Vern s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland Phone 367-4544 780 S. Main, Vermontville Hometown Lumber 219 S. State, Nashville Phone 852-0882 Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Nancy’s Beauty Shop Main St., Vermontville Phone 517-726-0330 Ph. 726-0181/Fax 726-0060 Hastings City Bank 157 5. Main, Vermontville Diana’s Place 203 N. Main, Nashville 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville • Phone 852-9481 Phone 852-0790 Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa • Phone 374-1200 Phone 726-0569 Nashville Hardware & Sporting Goods Inc. 130 S. Main, Vermontville Kent Oil & Propane M-66 at S. Village Limits Nashville • Phone 852-9210 State Farm Insurance M-66 Tire Eaton Federal Savings Bank 227 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 Nashville Locker Service 729 Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-9332 Carl’s Super Market 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991 Ken’S Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville 233 N. Main, Nashville Phone 726-0589 Hamlin’s Quik Stop Good Time Pizza Vermontville Phone 517-726-1312 Wheeler’s Marine Service 501 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 Phone 852-9609 Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Hecker Agency Phone 852-9587 255 N. Main, Nashville 725 S. Durkee, Nashville < Phone 852-1900 - Ruth Hughes 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 10708 Kinsel Hwy, Vermontville Powers Service S. M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9680 �The Mople Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, November 4, 1997 — Page 16 M-V. GRIDDERS WIN, Travis VanAlstine (86) made this interception (Photo by Perry Hardin) from front page— and ran it back 46 yards for a score. in from the two-yard-line as Lucas Flory blocked the punt and his brother Lance Flory the Lions went ahead 16-0. Maple Valley's defense recovered it and ran seven forced Pennfield to punt on yards for another score. That the next possession and its successful block ended the effort was greatly rewarded. scoring at 22-0 Maple Valley 4< Our defense placed solidly the entire game. The punting game was also good... We had to punt seven times so that really helped us. — Coach .Guenther Mittelstaedt with 4:22 to play in the third quarter. Maple Valley's running game accounted for 138 ofthe team's 179 total yards of offense. Thompson gained 65 yards on 21 carries, Patrick managed 20 yards on 12 attempts and Chris Gonser logged the ball 10 times for 38 yards. The passing yards came on the screen pass from Wawiemia to Patrick. The Lions defense held Pennfield to just 73 yards USDA Choice Jason Thompson darts past the Pennfield defenders in route to a big play last Friday at home. (Photo by Perry Hardin) rushing and 47 yards passing. Patrick led the hard-hitting show with 14 tackles, Trent Harvey made 8 bonecrushers, Pat Lowe was in on 7 defensive stops and Bryan Faurot also made 7 tackles. Patrick, VanAlstine and Lance Flory recovered Panther fumbles, while Lowe and Patrick sacked Pennfield’s' quarterback Kyle Smith. "Our defense played solidly the entire game," Mittelstaedt USDA Choice Round Steak said. "The punting game was also1 good... we had to punt seven times so that really helped us." Maple Valley ends the '97 campaign at 9-0 and a perfect 5-0 in the SMAA. Center Cut Steaks Pork Chops J, Country Style ork Ribs lain Roast PROCESSING! 32 Oz. Polish Kosher, Vlasic or 40 Crunchy, Oz. 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Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 46 — Tuesday, November 11, 1997 School officials proceeding plans for additions, renovations After a successful result from a ''historical" bond elec­ tion Sept. 22, Maple Valley school officials are busy be­ ginning the building process. Voters more than a month ago approved an $8.6 million dollar bond project, the first in the history of Maple Valley. The project would include new building and renovations and additions to existing build­ ings, the biggest selling point being the elimination of portable classrooms. Superintendent, Clark Volz said that though there is no evidence to date of "ground breaking," there is plenty go­ ing on behind the scenes. Last night (Monday, Nov. 10), the Board of Education was expected to finalize the bonding procedure and begin the process of taking bids and architects are busy "building on paper." Those in charge of the ac­ tual building process first must verify measurements of existing structures, then plan the addition to best suit the needs of the district, and at the same time be cautious with spending. "Though you can't see any building right at the moment, we are building everything on paper,” said Volz. "From ev­ ery electrical outlet to every pipe in plans for expansion and renovations, we will to­ tally construct the project be­ fore putting anything out to bid." Though there is no evidence to date of ‘ground breaking,’ there is plenty going on behind the scenes. —Superintendent Clark Volz In fact, some may have seen architects busy with tape measures last Tuesday. They were substantiating what is now on record and reporting back to Volz with their findings. The next step will involve the community. Volz said that there will be public meetings and presentations with hopes that many citizens will come forward with ideas and comments. "We want to include as many voices as possible in this project," said Volz. "Meetings will be planned for the community to become involved with every step." Just what kind of plans are in the works? School officials made tentative plans public several months ago. Those will be the basis for the new construction and renovations to buildings now owned by the district, but there may be some alterations, depending See Addtions, P. 8 Maple Valley Lions at home again for clash with Comets Early on, Maple Valley took control of Friday's Class CC State football contest with Berrien Springs. And on the run, the Lions came away with a thrilling 20-6 victory that will allow them to host a second round game next Friday against Jonesville. The Lions (10-0) did not actually score until the 1:56 mark of the first quarter, but their defense stuffed the Shamrocks on three consecutive plays foropeners. Berrien attempted to run three times versus M.V.'s defense, but went-no where in its attempt. The Lions offense got it in gear on their second drive, a drive that was capped by a 61yard dart by Andy Patrick. "Il was just a simple dive play that had some.good blocks;" Maple Valley Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt said. Leading 6-0, a defensive play helped the Lions to reach pay dirt right before the first half ended. Matt Rose, starting his first game at linebacker, intercepted a Brandon Stacey pass and Lions' power back Jason Thompson eyes day light. M.V.'s offense not only scored 20 points, but kept Berrien's off the field. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Runningback Andy Patrick (6) carries a Shamrock for a couple of extra yards in Nashville last Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) returned it 36 -yards. The l offense cashed that turnover in with a touchdown on the last play of the second quarter. Quarterback Trevor Wawiemia hit receiver Travis VanAlstine for an 18-yard scoring strike and Pat Lowe ran in a twopoint conversion. At half the Lions were in charge, 14-0. When asked how it felt to score right before the half, Mittelstaedt said: "it felt great." Wawiernia, with 4:36 remaining in the third quarter, See M. V. gridders, P. 8 In This Issue... • Community shows support for Lions’ playoff team • Vermontville annual controversy continues to heat up • Donkey basketball game was big success • MV gal hoopsters beat Leslie in overtime ‘thriller �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 2 Community shows support for Lions’ playoff football team e Those driving by the Waw- Maple Valley Varsity football team would make it to the. iemia home in Vermontville are used to seeing something in the way of decorations each fall. That home, sitting on Main Street often gains the at­ tention of passers by with a display of their school spirit. They are also changed weekly, which creates even more traf- With-the - e rews-a riews-^at post-season playoffs, many people are showing their sup­ port of local players. Many homes sport signs and flags and in two instances, residents have gotten pretty creative. wanted to do all they could to boost team spirit, and like other years, Jim was making deals long before the playoff tic. This year, it was blinking lights that created the mosl-attention. "They do this every year and everyone in Vermontville looks forward to it," said Vil­ lage President Sue Villanueva. Another big attraction is the Citizens Elevator. On top of game. It began with a flag on top of their silo. But with an 8 and 0 record and the Pennfield game approaching two weeks ago, Jim had told Andy that "The Spirit of Maple Valley would fly high. "When they made it 9-0 by beating Pennfield, I knew I had to deliver," joked Jim. So last Thursday, he and Diane went over to the eleva­ tor, and with Bob's approval, began the journey up to the It’s NotJust The Flu That Brings People Hprg top. "I started climbing first and then used binder twine to se­ cure the flag," he said. "Diane was right behind me. And if anyone asks, 'She put me up to it!"' . He went on to say that the play offs is quite an opportu­ nity for Andy and his team­ Team spirit is always prevalent at the Wawiernia household in Vermontville. This week to pump up our Lions for the play offs were flashing lights and lots of decorations. Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, personal family medicine is just a phone call away. Caring Way We Treat Them. At Nashville Family -Medicine, treating you like a person is an important part oftreating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. Nashville Family Medicine J new facilities there, flys a _ Maple Valley flag. No one is certain just how far away it could be seen after being placed there last Thursday, but it is 140 foot in the air. "That's all new out there," said owner Bob Mansfield., "That new corn leg and the rest of that outfit cost about $300,000 and the flag was the final touch!" he said. 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Money Invested at Home * Works at Home Your LOCAL Savings Bank Eaton Federal Bank FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 INSURLD OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Fnday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 4 Local family shares ‘mountain men’ experience with children Little Victoria Rhodes goes on family vacations that are what many would call "a primitive experience." She and her parents recently shared their "mountain men" stories with her classmates at Fuller Elementary. Victoria's parents, Dale and Brenda Rhodes, brought in just a frac­ tion of their mountain men gear and explained to the youngsters what their customs were all about. The family have been "true mountain men" members now for about five years. They said they have collected enough supplies and keepsakes that it would be impossible to bring all of them to school. They got interested quite by mistake, according to Brenda. "It all began when I bought my husband a muzzle loader for Christmas," she said. "That was six or seven years ago. He then got acquainted with the group and now it has become way of life for all of us." She added that a hobby such as this one makes for great I \Aj , family outings and quality time, away from modern con­ veniences. Though not Indians, the mountain men's customs do resemble that of certain tribes. They all survive during their campouts which may last sev­ eral weeks with primitive tools, weapons and pottery. Most of their diet consists of berries and other edible prod­ ucts found in the woodsy and wild game. Sometimes they leave for a trip with nothing but a backpack.* . "I can ddrry tverything that I need to. survive on my back," said bale Rhodes to the students. "If there is some­ thing else that I need to sur­ vive, we all barter or 'trade' within the group." Each member of the group also is given a tribal name, much like those given to Indi­ ans. All come from the "medicine man." Their beliefs, according to Rhodes, are that an animal spirit lives inside very human being. The medicine man de­ termines which animal that is and then names the member HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 5Y p Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am - 12 pm, Fri. 9 am - 3pm; AV EDA. A A ANI> -. ; rum-. O Q j>h|> ur scii nci of This is an example of the pottery carved by mountain men. The kids at Fuller Elementary had loads of questions for Dale Rhodes who has been a member of the group now for about five years. accordingly. One might wonder what mountain men do when not hunting or fishing. There is no television, no swimming pools or game rooms in these campgrounds. The Rhodes family said that much of their time is taken up with mere survival. During spare time there are group crafts, shoot­ ing contests and lots of chil- dren's games. "The games are really fun," said Victoria. "I think that ev­ eryone should go along on one campout." Maplewood Elementary School announces honor roll students 6th Grade - Ms. Braun All A’s - Steven Lovall, Pat A’s and B’s - Kyle Musser, Penny Musser. and atfthrough the house 9(pt a creature was stirring Curtis, Andrew 6th Grade - Mrs. Guajardo All A’s - Maggie Bonner, Kathryn Powers. Carney, Dustin A’s and B’s - Jon Lentz, Mitchell Magoon, Meagan Putnam, Nicole Rucinski, Andrea Thornton, Jordan Volz. Cortnee Wyskowski. 6th Grade - Mrs. Pettengill All A’s - Scott Setchfield, Amber Terberg. not even a mouse HOhe stockings were hung by the chimney with care And there were aCC kinds of presents under the tree because Odom and (Dad had joined the Christmas Chub at A’s and B’s - Nick Ewing, Joel Drallette, Shaun Engle, Megan Garvey, Megan Greenfield, Stefanie Joostberns, Becky Reid, Derek Ripley, Chayla Robles, Daniel Sealy. fdig A’s and B’s — Lance Burpee, Corey Caudill, Daniel Comeya,Todd Cupp, Joey Desrochers, Dustin Drumm, Kevin Fassett, Kyle Halliwill, Dustin Jones, Amanda Mead, Brandon Montgomery, Jesse Page, Tessa Robles, Kyndra Root, Matthew Scramlin, Kailey Smith. 5th Grade — Mrs. Luyendyk All A’s — Andrew Gaber, Adam Moody, Trumble, Jacob West. Laura B Honor Roll Bowman, Ryan Jeff Clevenger, Matt Conklin, Jason Craven, Rochelle Currier, Krista Driksna. 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We cut and thread black pipe! Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville *51 7-716- Illi Doug Durkee • Proprietor Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6; Sat. 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 5 Vermontville animal controversy continues to heat up locally by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Vermontville Village's Or­ dinance Committee will meet tonight at 7 to decide the fate of 4-H animals now housed within the village limits, fol­ lowing follows a "fiery" pub­ lic hearing last week. At issue is whether local residents' can keep certain animals in their homes and on their properties. Some resi­ dents say they are fed up with village officials' decisions or lack thereof on complaints about animals and need defi­ nite rules and procedures in place. A public hearing on the subject before a packed house last Thursday evening did not yield a decision on any ordinance changes, only heated discussions and accusations. The uproar began a few months ago, after some peo­ ple wanting to move into town decided to go to a village meeting and ask if a dog ken­ nel was allowed. They had made an offer on the Elon Baker property and wanted to place a kennel there. "They just wanted to do what was right," said Realtor Maureen Orman, who repre­ sented the sellers of the property. "They just wanted a clear yes or no before proceeding with the closing." This was the third such of­ fer that Baker had received on his property, which consists of 5.35 acres. Two earlier attempted sales had failed after prospective buyers had wanted to place a horse on the property and could not get any clear answers from village officials on what was allowed. Baker's buyers have now backed out of the Teal estate transaction and what began as a "simple request" soon brought about other questions at village meetings. Some of­ ficials felt that current ordi­ nances should be rewritten, wanting to regulate ownership of all animals within village limits, including 4-H animals. They also insisted that one «» condition of such ownership should be the blessing of council. As written now, Ordinance No. 23 of the Village of Ver­ montville prohibits any live­ stock except dogs and cats without the approval of coun­ cil. To get such approval, an application must be filed at the village office. Village Clerk Sharon Stew­ art said there have been no formal applications at this point. Prior applications were a mere verbal agreement. When updating the current ordinances, the village plans to develop a formal applica­ tion, and part of the process would include an inspection of the premises to assure that the animal was properly housed. Violators would be prosecuted The current ordinance, writ­ ten in 1979, also requires one acre of land for each horse kept within the village. There are no land requirements for other animals. Stewart added that part of the recent commotion began with statements that all animals would be prohibited in the village. Those who keep livestock say that the proposed changes are violating their rights, and that the "rural" atmosphere in Vermontville is what attracted them to town. They intend to "save the animals." Once such resident, one of the largest taxpayers in town, is Bob Mansfield. As the owner of the Citizens Elevator and an avid supporter of 4-H. "There is way too much regulation in this country to­ day," he said, "with the DNR, the EPA, the courts and the IRS. People don't need this kind of grief, it's an infringe­ ment on their rights." He also said that he felt that if complaints arose about an­ imals, the village should use other departments. Most com­ plaints, he said, weren't the result of ownership, but be­ cause of noise or odors. Those types of nuisances could be handled by other agencies. "The Department of Agri­ culture will investigate animal complaints, the Sheriffs De­ partment will investigate noise ordinance violations and if manure becomes a problem, council permission for live­ stock because his kids have 4­ H rabbits. Mike Trumble, who owns dogs, said he received a letter from the village claiming that he was in violation of the noise ordinance. "I got a complaint in the mail and assumed that it was investigated," he said. "I find out later that you didn't inves­ tigate. How can you be sure just whose dogs are barking when you don't check it out. I guess you just assumed it was mine." Another resident feels that the ordinance issue is "old news." Over a year ago council members had attempted to develop a committee to upgrade the DNR will address it," he said. Mansfield also reminded council members that many Amish live within close prox­ imity to the village and rely on horses for transportation. "If the Amish move in, the village doesn't have enough money to fight that court bat­ tle," he said. Another hot topic has been complaints that involve ani­ mals in the village. According to the council there have been several complaints issued. The Maple Valley News was sup­ plied with a list of complaints for the past seven years. From 1990 to 1997 there were 11 complaints about dogs, and four others regarding live­ stock. Three of those have been within the past few months. That same document indi­ cates that there have been 27 complaints on noxious weeds, and 374 about junk cars. Citizens at last week's meeting said some of those animal complaints are bogus. "My neighbor was ticketed by animal control because of a report of barking," Paul Racine said. "I was home all all of the ordinances and that plan had died due to lack of in­ terest. "Last I knew, you wouldn't he said that he plans to defend those rights. "Things like 4-H are impor­ tant," he said. "I have spent close to $200,000 over the past 10 years supporting the Livestock sale at area fairs." Mansfield was among many residents who appeared before the council last week, maintaining that to change the or- day when dinance and require council approval before beginning a livestock project in 4-H is her dog was never noisy." He then added that he was concerned over the need to get that happened touch the ordinances," said Kelly Jo Williams. "As far as complaints go, less than 1 percent of the village made those complaints. I don't think that warrants this kind of change. It's all gettin g blown out of proportion." Others at the hearing said they thought that any changes should go to a vote. But, ac­ cording to Stewart, there isn't enough time prior to the vil- lage general election, so to do so would require a special election. "I just don't think taxpayers would want us to spend our money that way," she said. Members of the Ordinance Committee expect to have a full house tonight. Plans for updating include discussion with local 4-H representatives, and others who are involved with animals. Eaton County Animal group to meet in Charlotte Nov. 12 The next Eaton County Small Animal Association meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building in Charlotte. Officers for 1998 will be elected. Any Eaton County 4- H rabbit, goat or poultry pro­ ject members, leaders or par­ ents are encouraged to attend. For further information, call Anne Pease at the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. f. 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Mike Booher was among those in the starting lineup, but his enthusiasm soon faded after being bucked off his ride several times. It is uncertain rather Booher sought medical treatment following the game, but he could have ended up in Doc. (Mike) Calltons office. An announcement was made by the doctor, a fellow teammate, that services would be free following the game to all who participated. Though Jerry Reese and Tate Mix kept the audience in stitches and managed to rack up quite a few points, the team was still a player shy. That's when Mike Meade stepped in. Mike was fired up after winning prize money during a halftime free shot competition. He said that he was really on a roll. Fact is Meade rolled on the floor more than he stayed on, but in the end he was happy to be part of the winning team and sported a new. tee-shirt for his addition to the entertainment. "I just came in as a spectator," Meade said. "But I signed that waiver to play, First I won fifty bucks, I got to ride a donkey and I even got a new shirt." Other members of the number one team included Duska Brumm, Kristi Lamke, Principal Todd Gonser, Jason Hoefler, Lisa Benton, Superintendent, Clark Volz and Athletic Director Rick Arnett. Some say that Arnett's contributions were minimal and he didn't follow donkey Farm AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell basketball rules and regulations, those rules specifically stated that points must be made while "in the Continued next page— EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Community Notices ACCEPTING CRAFTERS for the 2nd Annual B ands 2000 craft show. Caledonia Middle School November 22nd. Call Pam 616-868-5212. Jobs Wanted STAY HOME MOM would enjoy caring for your children while you work. 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For those who don’t know Page, he was number 33, the one who was thrown over the donkeys head with every attempt to make a basket. Page did manage to contribute points however in both the first round game'and the championship game. The House of Mulez didn't make it to the playoffs, but did make a total of six points while on the floor. They also claimed an advantage, hoping to "get a bit more press durin g the game" with players from WBCH, the Charlotte Shopping Guide, J-Ad Graphics (Maple Valley News) and the Revue.. They also enlisted the help of the Nashville Police Department. Officer Terry Johnson had a personality conflict with more than one donkey, which resulted in numerous spills, but he still left the game smiling. The Burro Ballers, all underclassmen at Maple Valley High didn't make the playoffs either, but managed to add what some called a 'lot of spice' to the evening. Those players included Kim Knoll, Alexis Smith, Justin VanAlstine, Stacie Goris, Erica Krolik, Brandon Phenix, Lee Gould, Nick Bumford, Scott VanEngen, Kyle Rose and Andy Patrick. Patrick's expressions after each dump from his donkey got a lot of laughs. And lets not forget those cheerleaders! After making their debut at the Powder Puff Football game during Homecoming week, Chris Dunham and Jon Kenyon kept fans roaring with their cart wheels and "boogie woogie" cheers. There was also donkey rides for all of the youngsters and even some old folks during half time, and lots of help from pooper scoopers too. "I thought everyone had a really good time, said participant Dr. Mike Callton, "We laughed pretty hard and were able to help raise some money for the kids (FFA). There are no final tallies available as of yet, but those involved in this years fund raiser said that preliminary figures indicated that it was very successful. 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During the 3 1/2 days of the event, participants meet with legislators, state agency per­ sonnel, lobbyists, community organization representatives, legislative aides and newspa­ per reporters to discuss and actively participate in the process by which state government handles key senator and representative and attending a local government meeting. More information and suggestions for letter for­ mat and project ideas are sent to participants before the event, so they have a source of ideas for pre-event projects. Adult participants will help chaperone while being full­ time participants in the event. They also will help teens with activities after the event, such as presentations to 4-H clubs and councils describing the 4­ H Capitol Experience pro­ gram. ence is not necessary. Participants will be on thego almost nonstop throughout this event; therefore, partici­ pant commitment enthusiasm and trong interpersonal skills are an absolute necessity. 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Completed applications and a $70 registration fee must be returned to the Eaton Count MSU-Extension office By Jan. 30, 1998. 100+30 TABLETS Vitamin Information Line 1-800-276-2878 CALCIUM CITRATE with Vitamin D 600 mg $479 Nature&4ade. 'i^Calcimn Citrate 60 TABLETS with Vitamin D $^99 60 TABLETS Sale Ends 11/30/97 • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair R/N464703AA Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville 214 Main Street, Nashville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday 852-0845 Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday �The Mople Volley New*, Nashville, Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 8 ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS, on data such as soil borings and access to public utilities. Some of the original plans for the $8.6 million project include a "Childhood Development Center" at the Fuller site, replacing portable classrooms. "Let's face it, portables were meant to be a temporary fix," Volz said. "Some of these portables have been in the dis- trict for 25 years." Other new additions will in­ clude more classrooms at Maplewood Elementary and a new junior high wing for the existing junior-senior high school. That wing would in­ clude a gymnasium, helping to eliminate scheduling prob­ lems that exist now. The wing also would help to separate the junior high popula­ tion from older students. Volz said that besides to new construction, there will be many renovations to exist­ ing classrooms. "It wouldn't be fair to have continued from frontpage one really nice facility and have the rest be less than ade­ quate," he said. "We will do the very best we can within our budget to provide a nice facility for all." Volz said that he believes the actual building will begin Maple Valley Junior & Senior High • • • • • • soon. Once all of the, plans are finalized and the bidding "We will have what one may call an open house long process has taken place, there will be more meetings involving the public, keeping before there is a house," the superintendent said. "I want residents to have the chance to them up to date on progress. see what is to be before we Those meetings may include begin moving dirt and pouring open houses and ground break- foundations." ing ceremonies". Add four new classrooms Remodel two science classrooms/labs Add a new science lab Add one new special education classroom Add a new auxiliary gymnasium with support space Miscellaneous code conformance items, including fire and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, improved site utilities, and site work associated with the building additions 1st Grade Developmental Kindergarten Kindergarten 1st Grade Kindergarten 1st Grade Toilet Kindergarten Toilet 1st Grade Special Education Special 1st Grade Projects New Early Childhood Center One developmental kindergarten classroom Three kindergarten classrooms Five 1st grade classrooms One special education classroom One special projects room Instructional support space and student service area • Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, improved playground, and site work associated with the new building • • • • • • Maplewood School Add six new classrooms Convert existing gym to music and art classrooms Add a multipurpose room with storage areas Add a kitchen with serving area Construct a south corridor Miscellaneous code conformance items, including fire and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) • Parking, sidewalks, curbing, landscaping, signage, and site work associated with the building additions • • • • • • M.V. GRIDDERS WIN, Maple Valley quarterback Trevor Wawiernia eludes Berrien's Jeremiah (52) in playoff action last Friday. (Photo by Perry Hardin) carried in a one-yard sneak which closed out an 87-yard drive that was entirely done on the ground. "That firs! drive of the second half took up a lot of time and helped us out," Mittelstaedt explained. Berrien did not get the ball until the 4:35 mark of the third stanza and finally notched some points when Stacey, ran one in from two yards on a fourth down play. Maple Valley's defense, though, would stuff Berrien on a later fourth down play that came during the fourth quarter. Pat Lowe held Stacey on that play, giving the Lions the ball with the clock winding down. Mittelslaedt's evaluation of why his team had such an easy time against Berrien, was straight to the point. "We played well on defense from front page and moved the ball on offense," Mittelstaedt said. On defense, the Lions intercepted three passes, two by Bryan Faurot and one by Rose. Andy Patrick and Lance Flory led the team in tackles with 13 each, Trent Harvey was in on 11 bonecrushers, Rose had 9 defensive stops and VanAlstine was credited with 8 tackles. "Matt (Rose) did a very nice job," Mittelstaedt said. On offense, M.V. gained 305 yards on the ground with Patrick getting 164 yards on 23 carries, Jason Thompson gained 119 yards on 19 attempts and Chris Gonser logged the ball 9 times for 23 yards. Wawiernia two completions both went to VanAlstine for 23 yards. Maple Valley's offensive success had a lot to do with the blocks from its offensive line. Andy Heyboer, Jamie Davis, Cory Currier, Harvey and Andy Adams in their coach's words: "beat them off the ball" play after play. "We held our own at the line of scrimmage," Mittelstaedt said. About Jonesville... The Comets come in 9-1 after beating Quincy 40-0 in Friday night playoff action. Their offense includes 6-1, 240-pound fullback Frank Keller and 6-4, 210-pound quarterback Kyle Dunn. Defensive end Nathan Howard (6-2, 180) and lineman Travis Campbell (5-10, 195) anchor the other side of the ball. Earlier in the season Jonesville edged Quincy 30-29 in overtime to help earn them a return visit to this year's playoffs. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 9 Valley Football Team WINNERS... Maple Valley 20 vs Berrien Springs 6 Mill] •Mitt* at Maple Valley vs Jonesville Friday, Nov. 14 7:30 pm ■Raw* nmsiw ■a aMtenlttg Auto Parts Center Mace Pharmacy M-C Repair & Towing 112 N. Main St., Nashville 219 N. Main Street, Nashville 10708 Kinsel Hwy, Vermontville Phone 852-9500 Phone 852-0845 Phone 852-1649 Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Citizens L.L.C. Co. Phone 852-1830 780 S. Main, Vermontville Maple Valley Real Estate The Movie Station 201 N. Main St., Nashville (next to Hastings City Bank) Phone 852-2290 Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Phone (517) 726-0640 Tobias-MasonInsurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Hansbarger Construction I UD’ • I'** 11201 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville Phone 517-726-0323 737 Sherman (7 blocks E. of Main) Nashville • Phone 852-1910 ■* White, Ford & New Holland Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers Main St., Vermontville -/ft Maple Valley Chapel Genther Funeral Homes 204 N. Queen St., Nashville * Phone (517) 852-0840 Wolever’s Real Estate 135 Washington miA Phone (517) 726-0637 Musser Service Vern s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland i• iiff * Phone 367-4544 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 Phone 852-0882 157 S. Main, Vermontville Nashville Locker Service Phone 517-726-0330 729 Durkee, Nashville Nancy’s Beauty Shop Diana’s Place 203 N. Main, Nashville 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville • Phone 852-9481 Phone 852-0790 Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) M-66 Tire Lake Odessa • Phone 374-1200 Phone 726-0569 Something Special by Kathy Kent Oil & Propane Flowers and Gifts 207 N. Main, Nashville • 852-0313 M-66 at S. Village Limits Phone 852-9210 Hamlin’s Quik Stop Vermontville State Farm Insurance Phone 517-726-1312 - Ruth Hughes - Wheeler’s Marine Service 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 227 N. Main, Nashville 219 S’. State, Nashville Hastings City Bank Nashville • Powers Service 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Phone 852-9587 109 S. Main St., Nashville Hometown Lumber Ph. 726-0181/Fax 726-0060 130 S. Main, Vermontville ’’T Phone 726-0514 Eaton Federal Savings Bank S. M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 Hecker Agency 255 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9680 Phone 852-9332 Carl’s Super Market. 999 Reed St., Nashville Phone 852-1991’ Ken’s Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0589 Good Time Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville ’ Phone 852-1900 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 10 Maple Valley gal eagers beat Leslie in overtime thriller Emotions were overflowing after coach Jerry Reese’s team came back to beat Leslie in overtime. (Photo by Perry Hardin) a, MUCflOttKIiS G RChlTORSl 144SOUTHMAINSTREET “ VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION LOCATED at 2700 Lacey Lake Road, Bellevue, Ml (approx. 5'/» miles west of Charlotte on M-79/Lawrence Road to Lacey Lake Road and 3 miles south and right to sale site) on: TUESDAY, NOV. 25 • IO AM s TWo bedroom ranch style home located on approx. 1.9 acres with living room, dining room, bath, family room with wood stove, some oak hardwood floors, mud room, basement and 2'/i-car garage. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Nov. 16 - 1.00-2:30 and Thursday, Nov. 20 - 4:00-5:30 p.m. jCall for a flyer with a list of personal property to be sold! MARVEL wyble. Owner (517) 726-0181 FAX (517) 726-0060 Four players scored in double figures as Maple Valley's varsity girls basketball team beat Leslie 64-63 in overtime last Tuesday at home. Dawn Stine scored 18, -Stacie Goris 15, Erin Booher 15 and Jessica Cook 14 as the. Lady Lions managed 10 points in the overtime period to win out by one point. Leslie led eary on, but M.V. came roaring back to take control. "We were down early by four, Erin Booher drove the ball the length of the floor for a layup, Goris made a layup and Stine made a 3-pointer to give us the lead by three," Maple Valley Coach Jerry Reese said. "Goris then helped us to keep the lead by making three of four free throws, but I eslie made a 3-pointer to make it a one-point game." The Lady Lions lost to Erin Booher (15) splits a pair of Leslie defenders en route to two points at last Tuesday's varsity basketball game. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Dansville 58-47 last Tuesday, despite 20 points from Stine and 11 from Cook. Stine had a great all-around game with 6 rebounds, 5 steals and 4 assists. Maple Valley will face SMAA foe St. Philip in a road affair next Friday before opening district action on Nov. 17. Junior Varsity The JV eagers scored a 49­ 30 win against Lansing Christian 49-30 on Oct. 25, but lost two consecutive games to Bellevue on Oct. 28 and to Olivet 51-46 in overtime on Oct. 30. Dawn Spears scored 15, Amy Pennington 12, Emily Aspinall 9 and Jennie Begerow 8 in the Lansing Christian contest. Spears also made 4 steals, Pennington 10 rebounds and 8 steals, FOR The Expectant Mother? 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Must sell. 1-800-538-7870_________ FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870 FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, the auction will be held at the Maple Grove Twp. Hall, 721 Durkee (M-66) on the south side of Nashville. Five perked, rolling building parcels ranging in size from 5.7 plus/ minus acres to 26 plus/minus acres. The parcels will be offered individually, in any combinations desired and os a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Nov. 16 - 1:00-2:30 and Wednesday, Nov. 19 -4:00-5:30 - at the property. Call hra pictured dyer with bidding details! GRIFFIN TRUST, Owner (617) 726-0181 ININOMNA4NDOHIO FAX (517) 726-0060 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 11 School Lunch Menu ruiim 1992 Maplewood Elementary Lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Thursday, Nov. 13 Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pear halves, pretzel rod. Friday, Nov. 14 Grilled cheee, dinosaur pasta, applesauce, cookie. Monday, Nov. 17 Hamburg gravy sandwich, mashed potatoes, gravy, biscuit, honey, peach cups. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Macaroni and cheese, roll, green beans, pineapple, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 13 tossed pretzel Grilled cheese, dinosaur pasta, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 17 Hamburg gravy sandwich, mashed potatoes, peach cup, biscuits, honey, 1/2 pt. milk. Begerow 7 steals, Aspinall 12 rebounds and Terilyn VanOrder 7 rebounds in that M.V. victory. Alexis Smith tallied 9 points in the Bellevue matchup, Pennington scored 8, Karla Hughes 8 and Spears 6. Smith also collected 6 rebounds, Pennington grabbed 6 caroms and Spears made 5 steals. Pennington hit two free throws with four seconds left in regulation to send the battle with Olivet into overtime. Maple Valley trailed 26-12 at half and held Olivet scoreless in the third quarter which they managed 16 points. Pennington led the team with 15 points, Smith had 9 markers and Hughes scored 8. Other stats included 9 rebounds by Pennington, 5 steals by Smith and 10 rebounds from Aspinall. Freshmen The Lions freshmen team has won three of its last four with victories over Hopkins (51-16), Pewamo-Westphalia (43-34) and Olivet (36-18) and a loss to Portland St. Patrick positions. Grilled cheese, chicken sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, Tuesday, Nov. 18 Sloppy Joe, baked beans, applesauce, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. i Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate or white milk or whole milk. Nov. 13 Nov. 13 Nov. 17 Nov. 20 Nov. 20 Nov. 20 Nov. 24 Nov. 24 Dec. 3 Dec.5-7 Dec. 9-10 with 12 markers. And versus Olivet, Lacy Wyble scored 12 points, Dacia Davis 10 and Jamie Wyble Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner 945-9554 The Hastings Banner $1O787 PR70 2- 8 $11237 3- 0 $*I1478 Tuesday, Nov. 18 Sloppy Joe, chicken sand­ wich, pizza, cheeseburger, salad bar, garden salad, baked beans, applesauce, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Myers 7 points. Against P-W, Davis tallied 17 and Jamie Wyble added 14. Jamie Wyble also led the charge in the loss to St. Pats PR01 2- 8 $1O481 3- 0 Chicken sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, mashed potatoes, peaches, juice, milk. Calendar of Events (32-29). In the Hopkins game, Dacia Davis scored 17, Jamie Wyble 14, Lacy Wyble 9 and Nikki HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Cali... pumped in 10 points. Torri Newton has done a nice job off the M.V. bench, especially on the glass, while Myers and Jessica Heney have led the squad from the guard Thursday, Nov. 13 Club sandwich, chicken sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, broccoli/cheese sauce, pear halves, juice, milk. Nov. 19 Friday, Nov. 14 From previous page— Macaroni and cheese, chicken sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, green beans, pineapple, juice, milk. Nov. 12 Wednesday, Nov. 12 Dawn Stine (24) scored 18 markers to lead the Lady Lions past the Hawks at Maple Valley High School. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Wednesday, Nov. 12 Friday, Nov. 14 Tuesday, Nov. 18 Sloppy joe, baked beans, applesauce, cookie. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. W applesauce, Monday, Nov. 17 Wednesday, Nov. 12 Macaroni and cheese, roll, green beans, pineapple. Goodtime pizza, salad, pear halves, rod, 1/2 pt. milk. dinosaur pasta, juice, milk. PR89 2- 8 S14T 3- 0 s-144 4-H Horse Developmental Committee. 7 p.m., USDA Office. Hastings. 4-H Enrollment Night, 7 p.m.. Expo Center, Fairgrounds. 4-H Goat Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Expo Center, Fairgrounds. Rabbit Developmental Committee Meeting, 7 p.m. Hastings High School. Ag Room. Annual 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office. Hastings. Fairboard Meeting. 7:30 p.m.. Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Non-LiveStock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m.. Extension Office, Hastings. Master Gardener “Fall Harvest Potluck,” 6:30 p.m.. Extension Office. Animal Science and Character Counts Workshops, 7 to 9 p.m.. Expo Building. Fairgrounds. Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Teens in grades 8-12, all old and new members are welcome. Telfarm Tax Estimator, Extension Office, Hastings. Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 11, 1997 — Page 12 Serving Our Country Glenn P. Godbey Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Glenn P. Godbey, son of Lester B. Godbey of Assyria Road and Shirley A. Gardener of Scott Road, Nashville, has completed a six-month de­ ployment to the Western Pacific and Indian oceans as well as the Arabian Sea aboard the guided missile cruiser USS Chosin. which is part of the USS Constellation Battle Group. Godbey’s ship's mission involved enforcing the no fly­ zone over Southern Iraq. It also supported the Multi- national Interception Opera­ tions, which directly enforce U.N. sanctions against Iraq in the Persian Gulf. During the deployment. Godbey visited several ports of call including Hong Kong and Mauritius. Along with experiencing the different cul­ tures, Sailors from Godbey’s also took time out to paint classrooms for handicapped children, and deliver toys, educational materials, and hy­ giene items to various schools, youth organizations and an orphanage. Homeported in Pearl • NOTICE • The deadline for filing nominating petitions for Village President, Village Clerk, Village Treasurer, one two-year term and three four-year terms on the Village Council will be Tuesday, November 25, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. Petitions must be filed with the Vermontville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are avail­ able at the Village Clerk’s Office, 121 East­ side Drive, Vermontville, Ml. Sharon Stewart Vermontville Village Clerk NOTICE The deadline for filing nominating petitions will be Tuesday November 25, 1997 at 4:00 p.m. The following positions will be on the ballot: Village. President, Clerk, Treasurer & Assessor; ' three two year terms and one one year term for Trustee on the Nashville Village Council. Petitions must be filed with the Nashville Village Clerk. Nominating petitions are available at the Village Hall. Cathy Lentz, Village Clerk 100 Harbor. Hawaii. USS Chosin is one of the most powerful warships ever put to sea. The computer-based AEGIS wea­ pons system is the heart of the ship’s war fighting capability. It centers around a powerful radar that enables the crew to detect track and fire on more than 100 targets at a time. Guided missile cruisers like Godbey s ship are designed to protect the battle group against all threats from above, on or below the sea. The 1981 graduate of Maple Valley High School of Vemontville. joined the Navy in February 1987. Mary I. Greenwood Mary I. Greenwood, daughter of William and Jarene Fox of Vermontville, recently was promoted to commander, United States Navy. A Naval Nurse Corps of­ ficer, Commander Green­ wood is a 1972 graduate of Maple Valley High School and has served on active duty since 1982. Her current assignment is to the Navy Medical Inspector General Team in Washington, D.C. where "her primary duty is the inspection of U.S. Naval medical treatment, education and research facilities throughout the world. When not traveling, Com­ mander Greenwood lives in suburban Maryland with her husband, Jerry, and their daughter, Tarah. Business Services BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, Lome and bam repairs. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Friday, Nov. 14 Wednesday, Nov. 12 Sliced ham w/combread stuffing, whipped sweet potatoes, broccoli, apples/strawb. crisp, lowfat milk. Thursday,. 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David Hustwick B Average of Better - Jenna Denton, Amanda Duke, Shamarr Gearhart. Matt Gordeneer, Aaron Meyers, Sara Pash, Shane Shance, Dhanielle Tobias, Garrett VanEngen, Rebekah Welch, Ben Whitney, Zeke Wieland. Pam Hunt B Average or Better Andi Cohoon, Lindsey Kersjes, Brad McDonald, Sarah Shannon Royston, Wenger. Thank You CARD OF THANKS Thank you Kelly Zank and Tammy Franks for asking me to be in the Maple Valley Alumni Marching Band, a great group Matthew Bauer, Nathan Blakely Stacie Cook, Amber Edinger, Ashley Samann, Whitney Shilton, Jessica Stambaugh, Danielle Turpin. sage dressing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, pumpkin bars, lowfat milk. Events Wednesday, Nov. 12 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, social day. Thursday, Nov. 13 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Nov. 14 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, social day. Monday, Nov. 17 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, Nov. 18 — Hastings, Alz. Meeting 1-3; puzzle day. Obituaries Myrtle Irene Fowler NASHVILLE - Myrtle Irene Fowler, age 81, of Nashville, passed away Friday, Novem­ ber 7, 1997 at her residence. Mrs. Fowler was born February 23, 1916 in Green­ wich, England, the daughter of Arthur and Amelia (Bass) Davan. She came to the United States at the age of eight and graduated from South High School in Grand Rapids. She lived in the Nashville and Gun Lake areas for many years. She was employed as a secretary for 20 years with Maple Valley Schools until her retirement. She and her husband then moved to Destin, Florida ar.d lived there until returning to Nashville in 1992. Mrs. Fowler was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Elsie and two brothers, Jack and Charles. She is survived by her husband Rollo; one daughter, Shirley (Gene) Mater of Nash­ ville; one son, Ronald (Phyllis) Fowler of Hastings; one sister, Gladys Tibbett of Florida; twelve grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Cremation has taken place at her request. Memorial services were held on Sunday, Novem­ ber 9, 1997. Reverend Lester DeGroot officiated. and such fun! ______________ Bessie Stewart CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our children for a wonderful 50th wedding anniversary party and also all who came and gave us cards, sent cards and gave gifts and visited with us. We know we missed some with a personal thank you. Carrol and Barbara Benedict Help Wanted Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! Pork chop suey on rice w/Oriental veg., carrots, fruit compote, fortune cookie, lowfat milk. BABYSITTER NEEDED Three days a week. Please call 517-726-1328.______________ HELP WANTED. Paid weekly. Due to a large increase in busi­ ness locally company must expand operations and fill 8 full time permanent positions. Monthly pay $1,640. Since there are several positions company will train inexperienced. Job descriptions, hours, pay scale, profit sharing, and benefits will be discussed at the time of inter­ view. No third shifts. For appointment call 616-243-7247 ext. 4, 10am-5pm. M-f.____ ROOM AT THE TOP Due to the promotions in the immediate area, three openings now exist for SPORTSMINDED persons in the local area of a FORTUNE 500 company. Ifselected, you will be given three weeks classroom training at our expense. We provide complete company benefits: major medical, dental, life insurance, plus 40IK plan. $20,000-540,000 first year income potential and all promo­ tions are based on merit, not seniority. To be accepted, you need to be bond able, have a pleasant personality, be ambitious,eager to get ahead and free to start work immediately. We are particularly interested in leadership ability and people looking for a genuine career opportunity. For a confidential interview appointment, please call Employer Rep. Mr. Schumm 800-238-0996 NOW. E\M-F. (jive A Memorial Zhat Can $0 On forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174tf �1 tn//1807 To place your FREE ad and be matched instantly with area singles, call una & J-ad To listen to area single singles o describe themselves or to respond to ads, call Graphics bring you: bring you: ^The Meeting 1-800-558-4394 1-900-860-2104 ONLY $1.99 per minute will be charged to your 24 hours a day! 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Ad#.4987 Hardworking SW mom of two, 35, 5’9", brown-eyed blonde, slender, smoker, ambi­ tious, outgoing, likes hiking, writing, skating, Asede#k5s2t2a5ll, slim SWM, 30-45, with Kids agreat Ad#.5225 I Single white mom, 39, 5’4”, 138lbs., brown hair/eyes, smoker, non-drinker, interests include camping, dining out, gardening, dancing, seeking medium-built single white male, 42-48. Ad#. 1269 Single white mom, 40, 5’7", 135lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys camping, swimming, quiet eveinings, seeking single white male, 38-50. Ad#.2457 LOVE IS ON THE WAY Honest, sincere SW mom, 30, 5’5”, medium build, N/S, occasional drinker, enjoys dining out, walking on the beach, dancing, cing, bowling, seeks medium-built SW dad, 31-38 Ad#.4646 FRIENDS FIRST SW mom, 24, 5’2”, smoker, lives in Bangor, employed, enjoys time with her son, beach walks, horseback riding, seeks SWM, 21-30, to spend time with. 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Widowed white female, 48,5’8", medium build, non-smoker, lives In Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, bowling, the outdoors, seeks single white male, 43-50, kids okay, for friends first Ad#. 1133 LETS HAVE FUN ROMANTIC MOMENTS SWF, 28, 5’2", slender, blonde hair, smoker, employed, seeking medium-built SWM, age unimportant. Ad#. 1969 SINCERITY REQUIRED Single white female, 49, 5’9”, medium build, sandy brown hair, smoker, social drinker, enjoys family gatherings, animals, camping, cooking, walks, dining out, seeks single white male, 40-60. Ad#.1948 CONTACT ME! Energetic, outgoing single white female, 25, 5’2", smoker, lives in Kalamazoo, enjoys the outdoors, movies, quiet times, seeks under­ standing, open-minded single white male, 25-30.. Ad#.7312 SERIOUS ONLY Personable single white female, 72, 5’3", slim, non-smoker, from the Hastings area, enjoys dancing, fishing, camping and travel­ ing, seeking honest, loving single white male, 65-72, for friendship first. 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Attractive, polite SF, 18, 5’1”, 90lbs., dark brown hair/eyes, vegetarian, N/S, enjoys swimming, soccer and more, seeks attractive, athletic, real SWM, 18-22, N/S. Ad#.5355 LET’S GET TOGETHER HONEST RELATIONSHIP Single white mom, 30, 5’4”, non-smoker, non­ drinker, from Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, the mall, playing mini golf, seeks single white male, 30-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#. 1024 Attractive, shy single black Christian female, 37, 5’4", petite, non-smoker, enjoys church, movies, dining out, home life, long walks, seeks caring, affectionate single black Christian male, 40-55. Ad#.1777 LIFE’S TOO SHORT SW mom, 40, 5’11", 165lbs., blue-eyed blonde, smoker, into all kinds of sports, run­ ning, relaxing, seeks SWM, 35+, who enjoys kids and sharing quality time together. Ad#.4141 GET TO KNOW ME Shy single white mom, 40, 5’6”, auburn hair, green eyes, independent, from Augusta, enjoys long drives, country music, camping, looking for affectionate single white male, 38­ 45, non-smoker. Ad#.2476 COUPLE THINGS Single white female, professional, 41, 5’8”, non-smoker, enjoys dancing, movies, sports, traveling, dining-out, seeks tall, fit, single white male, non-smoker, who is honest and sincere. Ad#.1O12 REACH FOR THE STARS SWF, 25, 5’6", friendly, smoker, employed, enjoys horseback riding, the outdoors, boating, camping, variety of music, searching for SWM, 24-36, to spend time with. Ad#.28O9 NEW IN TOWN Slender single white female, 35, 5’2", blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, enjoys football, seeking single white male, 40-47, for friend­ ship first. 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MEANINGFUL TO ME Single g white male,, 49^5^10",,, 180 lbs, brown hair, hazel eyes, beard, mustache, enjoys sports, race cars, music, photography and dancin dancing, in search of faithful, goal-onented and affectionate single white female, for long term relationship. Ad#.9015 SWM, 18, 5’2”, smoker, lives in Hastings, employed, seeks slender SWF, 18-21, who likes going out and having a good time. Ad#.2379 FRIENDS FIRST PICTURE THIS Athletic single white male, 42, 5*9”, 155lbs., non-smoker, non-drinker, employed, hobbies include hiking, camping, the bead), gardening, dining ing out, seeks slender single female, 18+, Ad#.5517 #.5517 Romantic SWM, 50, affectionate, outgoing, lives in Portage, professional, has a variety of interests, seeks loving SWF, 34-58, who is compatible for a long term relationship. Ad#.5238 Slim single white male, 22, 6’2”, blue-eyed blond, smoker, enjoys dancing, playing sports, seeks 1ggorgeous 1orgeous single white female, 20-35. 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Friendly SWM, 37,5’5”, 225lbs., non-drinker, enjoys hunting, fishing, movies, seeking SWF, for possible relationship. Ad#.5522 STEAL MY HEART Quiet, shy SWM, 39, 5’8’, medium build, employed, N/S. from the Bloomingdale area, seeks compassionate, sincere SWF, 34-44. Ad#.4567 PINA COLADAS, ANYONE? SWCM, 40, 5’6”, brown hair/eyes, smoker, from Hastings, enjoys getting caught in the rain, tennis,, golfing, long walks, water sports, seeks SCF, 25-35. A Ad#.9464 CLASS ACT Handsome, secure single white male, 51, 5’9", enjoys working out, traveling, seeking educated, attractive, classy, slender single white female, under 45. Ada.5046 COUNTRY LIVING Single white dad, 46, 5’8”, 190lbs., sandy blond hair, smoker, sociable, likes horseback riding, scuba diving, most types of music, seeks honest, attractive, neat, slender single white female, 33-47. Ad#.4800 ARE YOU THE ONE FOR ME? SW dad, 31, 6’, 208lbs., smoker, lives in South Haven, enjoys canoeing, spending time with his daughter, seeks fun-loving, slender SWF, 20-36, who likes going out and having fun. Ad#.528O LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP? SBM, 48, 5’4", smoker, lives in Covert, enjoys music, plays the piano and organ, fishing, hunting, the outdoors, seeks SBF, 40-47, who is easy to talk to. Ad#.8O44 COMMUNICATION IS KEY Professional, fit single white male, 38, 175lbs., smoker, home owner, from Creek, enjoys movies,, motorcycling, ming, fitness, seeks slim, respectable white female- Ad#.3772 5’10”, Battle swim­ single RECENTLY RELOCATED Easygoing SWM, 24, 5’10", slim, smoker, social drin drinker, enjoys movies, long drives, clubs, having fun, seeks childless SWF, 22-28, for friendship, possibly more. Ad#.6977 WHERE ARE YOU? Personable, heavyset SWM, 37, 5’9”, N/S, non-drinker, likes hunting, fishing, wants to meet a childless SWCF, 25-35, N/S, who attends church. 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Even long after the harvest is over, fruit lovers can savor the fla­ vor and nutrition of fresh peaches—through the con­ venience of canned fruits. “One ofthe many benefits of cooking with canned fruit is it gives you creative meal options year-round,” said Nicole Routhier, chef and author ofNicole Routhier’s Fruit Cookbook. “In the mid­ dle of winter, you and your family still can enjoy the orchard freshness of your favorite fruit.” By canning fruit at the peak of ripeness, its fresh­ ness and nutrients are locked in. The number-one canned fruit in the United States, peaches are picked from the trees and packed into cans, on average, in 10 hours. The fruit harvesting pro­ cess is quite wholesome. Del Monte® peaches are hand­ picked when fully ripe. Growers determine the peak harvest time by the color and texture of the fruit. A typi­ cal orchard is picked two or three times, since the fruit ripens in waves. 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In fact, research conducted at the University of Illinois confirms that canned fruit is as nutri­ tious as - its fresh and.frozen counterparts. “The commer­ cial canning process really mirrors the home-canning pro­ cess,” Routhier said. “Since no preservatives are added, you can feel confident giving your family the wholesome goodness and great taste just as your grandma did with her homemade carmed goods.” The next stop is your kitchen, where you can use canned peaches, pineapple, pears and more to develop plenty of delicious, flavorful recipes your family will love. To help you get started, Del Monte has developed a new cooking concept, Reality Recipes", designed to put these pantry staples to good use and streamline the cook­ ing process. These recipes use few ingredients and are made in five or fewer steps. In less than 30 minutes, an everyday meal can be trans.formed into something spe­ cial with fruit. A packet featuring coupons and these Reality Recipes, including the following tasty recipe for Chicken ”N Peaches Picante, is available free to consumers by calling 1-800DEL MONTE. Chicken ’N Peaches Picante Ingredients: 1 can (15V4 oz.) Del Monte Sliced Peaches, reserve liquid 4 skinned and boned chicken breast halves (about 5 Member of the Grand !Rapids Board of Realtors & the Multiple Listing Service MAPLE VALLEY KxA 1 '4 14 1 2 ounces each) Salt and pepper tablespoon olive oil cup coarsely diced red bell pepper cup thick and chunky salsa tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley Preparation: Drain peaches, reserv­ ing liquid, and set aside. Season chicken with salt and pepper. - In large nonstick skil­ let over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and cook 9 to 10 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center. Remove to platter. Add bell pepper to skil­ let, reduce heat, and cook and stir 2 minutes until crisp-tender. 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School Board, teachers still apart on contract talks by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Talks between Maple Val­ ley teachers and the Board of Education still have not produced agreement, and the union bargaining team's de­ cision to seek a freedom of information request from the superintendent's office on payroll records resulted in "a difference of opinion" at last week's school board meet­ ing. Progress of the negotia­ tions has been reported as slow since August, and salary seems to be the biggest obstacle to settling on a new contract. Administrators said that their hands are tied, they have a budget and must stick to it. Some representing the teachers say that there is no equity and they deserve the same in­ creases as administrators. Are there inequities? And have raises been out of line for those in the superinten­ dent's office or those taking on extra responsibilities? Superintendent Clark Volz said the answer is no. Volz said administrators work under conditions much different than that of con­ tractual teachers. There are things such as additional re­ sponsibilities and time that must be taken into consider- < < The board really wants to settle this. We value all of our employees, but at the same time struggle with a tight budget. J 5 — Superintendent Clark Volz ation when salaries. discussing "Those are high responsi­ bility and high risk posi­ tions," he said. "They re­ quire a lot of additional time." Volz added," They (the bargaining team members) need to understand also that administrators are subject to annual review and are not el­ igible for tenure like teach­ ers. There have been recent changes in the process that determines raises for administrators. Prior to the 1997-98 school year, all increases were based on negotiations. First the teachers' contracts were settled, and then administrators received any increases coming based on what teachers and others in the bargaining unit had gotten. Other variables also were included in the formula, such as longevity, degrees, and number of students in a particular building. Those same variables are still used, but some of the "mathematics" have been changed. Stipends make up one recent change for duties such as Title One Director, and Curriculum Director. Contained within a report of increases from the super­ intendent's office was the following: "The negotiation of the administrative contract took place last spring. Included within the contract were the following changes: "1: Establishing an ad­ ministrative base pay inde­ pendent of the teachers con­ tract. That base pay for the 1997-1998 school year is $47,000. "2: Two changes in index factors (those factors would include education, longevity and number of students like before. "3: Two additional com­ pensation categories were See Contract talks P.2 Outsized Lions upend Jonesville 22-6 Maple Valley Lions are one win away from ‘The Silverdome’ by David T. Young Editor Maple Valley is in the semifinals of the post-sea­ son football playoffs for the second time in the school's history. The Lions scored three touchdowns in the second quarter and made it stand Friday night at their home field as they defeated Jonesville 22-6 to claim their second regional Class CC championship. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's undefeated group (11-0) now will travel to Portland this Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. to take on Montrose, a 19-3 winner over Capac last Friday night, in the semifinals?. The winner will earn the right to go to the Silverdome the following Saturday The Lions in 1992 won a regional title by defeating Dundee and Ithaca, but lost Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt gathers his regional champions around him during a timeout Friday night for a little skull session. This Saturday afternoon he will lead his team to its second playoff semifinal appearance in the school's history. Jason Thompson (22) had a good night offensively for Maple Valley, scoring two touchdowns and rolling up 143 yards rushing in 23 carries. in the state semis to eventual champion Detroit St. Martin DePorres. Maple Valley used some rugged defense, field posi­ tion, quickness and some opportunistic play to over­ come its opponent's supe­ rior size and win the second round of the playoffs Friday night. Late in a scoreless first quarter, the Lions' Andy Patrick downed a punt inside Jonesville's two-yard line. The Comets, after three un­ See M. V. Lions, P. 10 In This Issue... Greenman appointed to Nashville Village Council Vermontville man sentenced year in jail, for assault, chase Bowerman remembered as young woman with “big heart” Housing Services for Eaton County to hold fund-raiser �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 2 CONTRACT TALKS CONTINUE, continued from front page Supervisor Beverly Black: $56,518. • Fuller Street Principal Hynes: Bernadine (includes $65,171.30 stipend for Title One director). • Kellogg Principal Burr Hartenburg: $33,000 total benefit package (based on retirement). All central office staff were converted from hourly compensation to salary and because of IRS regulations, salaries reported include an­ nuity benefits. Volz said that it could have appeared that some individuals received a greater percentage ofincrease, when they really received a base salary, the same percentage adde3, Curriculum Director witty an annual stipend of $7,500* and Title I/At Risk Director with an annual stipend of $7,000." As a result of the new system, salaries for the 1997-98 school year are as follows: • Superintendent Clark Volz: $66,300 (new hire with no increase). • Junior-Senior High Principal Todd Gonser: $61,970. • A.D./Assistant Principal Rick Arnett: $55,930 (no stipend for AD). • Maplewood Principal Nancy Potter: $64,448 (includes stipend for cur­ riculum director). • Special Education (Something (Special owers AFS-9011 Flowers and Gifts lefloia A beautiful way to celebrate the day. Order the APS Fall Festival™ Centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table. Nov. 27. 1997. 1-888-286-8270 or 852-0313 | 207 N. Main, Box 410, Nashville I Hours: 9-5 Mon.*Fri.; 9*12 Sat. < < With this latest proposal* for salary increases we’re still at the bottom, $900 below beginning salaries at Lakewood in 1994. — Sharlot Sours, Maple Valley Education Assoc. of increase as others, and a "stipend" for additional responsibilities. "Maple Valley just can't afford to pay for a full-time curriculum director or Title I director," he said. "Those individuals are paid a stipend for the extra work in­ volved." Volz added that he felt the additional money in no way compensated those individu­ als for all they contributed to the district. There also was a question as to where Maple Valley Nashville Location CrCORNERS’O I ★ 209 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE 852-5005 , / NOW OPEN administrators fell into line with other districts. "We are not out of line with other districts,” Volz said. But Sharlot Sours, who represents the Maple Valley Education Association, differed. Sours said that their re­ cent FOIA request only ce­ ments in their minds that there are inequities. "We prepared the FOIA because we had some ques­ tions and there were ru­ mors," she said. "After re­ ceiving the information, it's clear that what we are proposing for increases is a long way from what these people received." She went on to say that the MVEA also did some investigating and believe that Maple Valley teachers' salaries rank 25th in a list of schools in the Eaton, Clinton and Ingham county areas. "That's right, at the bot­ tom," she said. "With this latest proposal we're still at the bottom, $900 below be­ ginning salary at Lakewood in 1994." Another issue is "leaking of information." Both sides admit that salaries of teach­ ers and administrators are a matter of public record, but is it appropriate to post that information in local busi­ nesses? Sours confirmed rumors that data on individual salaries contained in that FOIA request were posted in local businesses,- She said that once she received the information from Volz on Nov. 3, she prepared and distributed copies for all of. the members ofthe teachers' association. "Where they went after that was out of my control," she said. "But that is public information." School Business Manager Pam Kihn reported that information, which was released by individuals outside of dministration, was a "misinterpretation" of a records released following the FOIA request Is there any end in sight? Volz said that he certainly hopes so, but budget con­ straints make any "com­ promises" by the adminis­ tration very difficult. According to Sours, though there has been sig­ nificant progress, there is still much to be worked out about school hours and fi­ nances. "We are still operating under last year's contract and are required to lengthen our school day to meet current state requirements," said Sours. That was confirmed by the superintendent's office. Because there is no new agreement and teachers can­ not be forced to work the extra hours, the extra time will have to be made up prior to the end ofthe year. And salary? The associa­ tion isn't going to budge until they get what they feel are appropriate increases. "The money is there to settle a fair and equitable contract," said Sours. "We plan to keep on negotiating until we get our money." Volz maintains that bud­ get constraints will prohibit any big salary increases this year, but that is not a reflec­ tion of how he feels about Maple Valley teachers. "The board really wants to settle this," he said. "We value all of our employees but at the same time strug­ gle with a tight budget." He then added, "We hope that whenever a question arises or there is confusion regarding information given during negotiations, that teachers fell comfortable in stopping in for an explana­ tion. We always have an open door." Keith Seitz to observe his 93rd birthday Keith Seitz of Vermontville will be celebrating his 93rd birthday on November 21st. Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Cali... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship .. . .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship..................6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. UVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children’s Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Phone: (517) 852-9228 Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC USON Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10a Fellowship Time............. 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50a REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ .11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ................................ 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ..................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship...................6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. Sunday School............................ 10 A.M. Service............................ 11:15 P.M. Service.................................. 6 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A..M. Worship 9:30 a.m. S.unday School 11 a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH (517) 852-1993 250 N. Main St., Vermontville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 8593 Cloverdale Road PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11a.m. Church School .................. 10 a.m. Sunday School............. 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................. 11 P.M. Service.................................. 7 Wed. Service ........................ 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West S.unday School W.orship.......... A.fter School Special Wed 10 a.m. .11 a.m. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA............... 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service.............. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School ............... 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's Is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 3 Greenman appointed to Nashville Village Council by Cindy J Smith II ^T" S %wJ w *S*%%s S' s C w‘$/X» X w/X * ft* f X <SS •<> £ £’*< J ii* >-k> Staff Writer Ginger Greenman has been officially appointed to the Nashville Village Coun­ cil by a unanimous vote of members already serving and she "sat on the other side of the table" for the first time last Thursday. She replaces Steve May, who resigned in October. May had been elected to a two-year term, ending in March of 1999. Greenman will fill that term until March of 1998 and then must put her name on the ballot if she wishes to re­ main. If elected, she will then serve the remainder of that term. Some of her duties in the village will include serving on the finance and policy committees. Greenman, formally Gin­ ger Burd, is a longtime resi­ dent of the area and a Maple Valley graduate. Many know her as a Sunday School teacher and choir member at Nashville Baptist Church, or as an active mom in school activities. Though a full-time employee with Battle Creek Health Systems, she said that she does have some flexibility at work and felt when the appointment be­ came available, it was im­ portant to become involved. "I believe in getting in­ volved as opposed to sitting on the sidelines and not par­ ticipating when there are is­ sues to be resolved," she said. "It's always much eas­ ier to be a spectator, but I want to make a difference in the community." She also said that as a long time resident she has a vested interest in the deci­ sions that are made, and be­ lieves that as part of the "sandwich generation," she has an obligation to the vil­ lage. "There are all of those who are much younger; our decisions will affect their lives for a long time," she said, "and we have a respon­ sibility to our elders. It was their decisions that brought us to where we are today." Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Nov. 19 Annual 4-H Council Meeting, 7 p.m. at the Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 20 Non-Livestock Developmental Committee Meeting, 6:30 p.m„ Extension Office, Hastings. Nov. 20 Master Gardener “Fall Harvest Potluck,” 6:30 p.m.. Extension Office. Nov. 24 Animal Science and Character Counts Workshops, 7 to 9 p.m.. Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Nov. 24 Teen Club Meeting, 7 p.m.. Expo Building, Fairgrounds. Teens in grades 8-12, all old and new members are welcome. Nov. 25 Dairy Developmental Committee, 7 p.m.. Extension Office, Hastings. Dec. 3 Telfarm Tax Estimator, Extension Office, Hastings. Dec.5-7 Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Dec. 9-10 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. Dec. 15 Master Gardener Registration due to Extension Office. Dec. 16-17 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. 16th Annual Christmas in the Ginger Greenman Country Giftsfrom the Hand & Heart Vermontville man gets year in jail in assault, chase Spencer Lee Shumaker, 25, of Vermontville, was sentenced last week in Barry County Circuit Court to 24 months in jail after pleading guilty in July to failing to obey a police officer's signal to stop and to resisting arrest, second offense. That sentence includes 12 months for each ofthe two offenses. Shumaker also was charged as a habitual offender, but a charge of reckless driving was dismissed. Prior convictions include fleeing and eluding police officers in 1993 and in 1996. These latest charges all stem from an incident just 'KyI outside ofNashville on May 27. According to records from the Nashville Police Department, what began as an attempt to stop a speeding motorcycle, ended in a foot chase and finally injury to officer Terrance Johnson when Shumaker resisted arrest and struck the officer in the face more than one time. Those same records indicate that Shumaker, who was riding a 1979 Suzuki had "flipped" off the officer when first observed and then led him on a chase through village streets at a high rate of speed. "The suspect passed one HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner A AyAQ 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-952-2377 ,. tad.." V A Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AA yyQI HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am -12 pm; Fn. 9 am - 3pm, Every other Sat. 9 aim - 12 AV EDA. the akt andscienci: of ruiui flowek and plant essences. 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Shumaker had then turned into a field where he lost control of the bike. The physical assault was reported to have occurred when the officer attempted to detain him for arrest. An investigation reveled that Shumaker was driving Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 852-2070 307 N. Main St. Nashville A pancake breakfast and bazaar will be Saturday, Nov. 22 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.. at the Sunfield Church of the Brethren. The church will serve pancakes and maple syrup, applesauce and bever­ ages. A free-will offering for the meal will be taken. There also will be bazaar items for sale, along with rugs, knives, greeting cards, quilts, etc. The church is located at the corner of Sunfield Road and St. Joe Highway. with a revoked license, Besides jail time. Shumaker must enter substance abuse counseling and serve 60 months probation as part of his sentence. He will be eligible for work release. 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StaffWriter Friends and family re­ According to her family, the member Cathi Sue (Earl) combination of the unsea­ Bowerman as a young sonably warm fall day, sun­ woman with a big heart and shine and the 1978 Harley stored in the garage was too a great laugh. overwhelming for her to ig­ Mrs. Bowerman, only 37, died suddenly Nov. 8 as a nore. "She had been out raking result of a motorcycle acci­ dent, leaving behind two leaves," said brother Cam. "I've got to believe that she young daughters. just couldn't stand it, and Friends and relatives gath­ ered last week at the Gir- had to take that bike for a rbach Funeral Home in short spin." Cathi didn't wait for hus­ Hastings, where there was standing room during visita­ band Steve to get home, or tion and services last Tues­ even grab a helmet, she was day. A procession of motor­ just going to the comer and cycles passed through town back and had done it many times. This, however, was in her honor and there a "touching" gathering at the to be her last. It was shortly after she funeral luncheon which in­ fired up the bike that the cluded people from all walks 911 call came in and brother of life. Chris, a volunteer with the "She touched a lot of Castleton-Maple Grovehearts,” said brother Nashville Fire Department Cameron Earl. was beeped. He knew that That Saturday she died there was an accident and began like any other, that the victim was critical by Cindy J Smith because an Aero Med chop­ per had been dispatched. His job would be to help prepare a place for the chopper to ' land. Chris was in Hastings when the call came in, and on his way back to the fire barn in Nashville to report for duty when stopped on the road by his wife and was told that the "patient" was his older sister. When he arrived, he headed into the back of a . waiting amuance wang ambulance w with an Aero Med doctor, where I they were performing CPR. 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"I always admired Cathi for that/' said Marge. "Her commitment to make sure that her daughters (Nicole and Andra) would be ladies, and have strong values. "She was also the peace maker in our family." Marge added that she had grown up with four broth­ ers, and when the two met they instantly became close. She was the only "sister" that Marge had. Husband Steve Bowerman said Cathi also had a big heart and was someone .who put others ahead, regardless of her own problems. He said he will always remem­ ber the way in which she took care of close friends and neighbors when a crisis arose. She had cooked arid cleaned for one such friend after he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. "I'll never forget her commitment to Harley Wigglesworth," said Steve. "Every day she would go out there and make sure he had something to eat and take care of him. She did that until he died. She was that type of friend." That commitment to oth­ ers also was evident in a comment made by neighbor Skip Vanderhoef who had lost his wife last February and was left with a young son to raise on his own. "She touched my life and Jason's greatly since the death of my wife," said Skip. "She invited us down for supper nearly every week. My son always knew that Cathi was there for him. She will be greatly missed at our house." And with her big heart there was a smile. "She could turn a frown upside down with her spe­ cial way," said Terry and Beth Weiler. "We will re­ member her smile where ever we go." "She had those sparkling eyes that always made you smile," remembered friend Shawnie Burnett. She was also that "special friend," like a second mother to many of Nicole's friends at school. "We could talk about any­ thing for hours," said the teen. Family members said that she was the same confidant with nieces and nephews, and with all ofher brothers. "She would stop over at least once a week, and we would just talk," said Cameron. "It could be about anything, problems or shar­ ing our goals. She really loved her brothers." As everyone said their fi­ nal good-byes to her at the funeral, they all shared spe­ cial memories, like the jokes she shared with her grandmother, or the special times with her mother, dancing with her brothers, and shopping trips that she took with youngest daughter Andrea. All agreed though that among all of her quali­ ties there was one that stood out, her laugh. "That would be her laugh we will miss that the most," said Marge. The Earl family said that since Cathi died, they have been overwhelmed by the support from the commu­ nity and friends. "There has been cards, flowers and an endless sup­ ply of food," said her mother, Roberta Cooper. "And the staff from Pennock emergency room, and Mercy Ambulance were wonder­ ful;" Brother Cameron added that when the family was notified of the accident and arrived at the hospital, staff there called the Rev. John Mellish from the Peace Community Church, who really went out of his way to comfort the family. "We really appreciate his honesty," said Cam. "And members of the church are still bringing food and pray­ ing for us." The family has set up an memorial in Cathi Bower­ man's name for her children at the MainStreet Savings Bank in Hastings. Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events set Wednesday, Nov. 19 Chicken filet w/dill sauce on noodles, squash, asparagus, sweet cherries, lowfat milk. Thursday,. Nov. 20 Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli, dinner roll, margarine, birthday cake, lowfat milk. Friday, Nov. 21 Turkey Fricasse on biscuit, Italian green beans, tossed salad, "dressing, spiced peaches, lowfat milk. bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Nov. 21 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, birthday party. Monday, Nov. 24 — Hastings, music; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, social day. Tuesday, Nov. 25 — puzzle day; Middleville, Kathy MMAP, Lincoln Meadows. Monday, Nov. 24 Lasagna w/meatsauce, spinach, diced carrots, orange, lowfat milk. Tuesday, Nov. 25 Cheesy - .omelette, diced potato-, cinnamon' apples., frenchioast/syrup, -fruitjuice, lowfat'milk. Events Wednesday, Nov. 19 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Woodland, blood pressure day, Kathy MMAP; Delton, social day. Thursday, Nov. 20 — Hastings, music; Nashville, United Way Reaching those who need help. Touching us al!.* * * Attention * * Farmers and Homeowners 35 Years of Experience in Parts, Sales and Service on: MM • Oliver • White Tractors & Equipment White Planters • Ford Tractors • New Holland Equipment Call now and set up an appointment for a check on your equipment so you're ready forfall. Maple Valley Implement Inc. 735 E. Sherman Street - Nashville 517-852-1910 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 5 Maple Valley Junior - Senior High School honor roll set Seventh Grade it iIstWuA ti '.tit aavxt'Jtu tJt kgd iMiSra’sr, Mtte ♦Owen Blakely, *Rachel Brandenburg, Brandon Brooke, Matthew Brumm, Todd Burghdoff, Nicholas Burpee, Jason Campbell, ♦Nathan Carney, * Holly Clouse, Andrew Cook, Ken­ drick Coplin, Garry Cousins, Jessica Cowell, Chad Croff, Danny Davis, Brenda Dayton, ♦Jonathan Denton, Emily Doyle, Rachelle Drallette, Bryan Dunlap. Jennifer Dunn, Nicole Edinger, Christopher Eldred, Kari Emerick, *Austin Fassett, *Elizabeth Favre, Holly Forest, Ashley Goodeneer, Jennifer Grant, Josh Grasman, Ryan Grider, Lind­ sey Hagen, Cashel Harp; Travis Irish, Michael Johnson, Andrew Kenyon, Jarrad Klapko, Jacob Lawless. Britt Leonard, *Elizabeth Lincoln, Brett Maki, Jessica Mansfield, Lacey Martin, Samantha Mater, Shaina May, Mindy McKelvey, Collin McLean, Nicole McMillon, Michael Mead, *Timothy Miller, Garrett Mitchell, Beth Mulvany, Aubrey Murphy, Melissa Nisse, Ashley Osenbaugh, Jena Peters. Jennie Pettengill, Meaghan Pierce, Chad Powers, *Karla Rasey, Dawn Rhoades, Brandon Schantz, Derik Schantz, Amanda Scramlin, Trisha Sears, Michelle Silsbee, Joseph Slawinski, Michael Sleeper, Cameron Smith, Eric Smith, Kate Spears, Micah Tobias, Brieann Treloar, Cassie Turner, Kristen Vanderhoef, Lindsey VanSyckle, Cydney West, Richard Wilson. Eighth Grade w,«M '-R I at '®o:Mtt®i Fridt], Not 1|. |Uil. fas, t®; Sfr tas. Mfr r. Kj Mfrpffl. 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James Henry, Michael Hirneiss, *Jason Hoffman, Raymond Hole, *Rebecca Holland, Brandon Holton, Brandon Hopkins, *Christina Jackson, Nikki James, Nathaniel Jarvie, *Nicholas Jones, Andrew Krilik, Daniel Mace, Kari Matson, *Derek Musser, Melissa Musser, Brandy Ojala. ♦Devin Phenix, Allison Phillips, Melinda Powers, Russell Rhodes, Jessica Rip­ ley, Kevin Ripley, David Rumsey, Aaron Scott, Becky Scripter, Daniel Shuten, Jason Silsbee, Justin Smith, Diana Speck, Amber Strickland, ♦Michael Strong, *Lizzie Sundrla, Brian Swan, ♦Bethany Swift, John Terberg, ♦Darin Thrun, Christy Todd, Alesia VanEngen, Casey Watling, Jennifer Wieland, ♦Camille Wieland, Jeremy Wiser, Laura Wyman. Myers, Amber Newton, Toni Newton, Jessica Patrick, Tonya Patterson, Joshua Pierce, Nick Pierce, Amy Reid, Michael Reid, Jeff Rhoades, Christopher Ripley, Lacey Ripley, * Amanda Robins, Jenny Rugg, Dana Seitier. Stacy Shepperly, Chad Spears, Carly Spitzley, Trent Swift, Matthew Thome, Casey VanEngen, *Jared Volz, Adam Watson, *Timothy Wawiernia, Philicia West, Jennie Wyant, *Jamie Wyble, Lacy Wyble. Heidi Eberly, Christophe Campbell, ♦Davinia Canovas, Ewing, Kristin Fajnor, Erin Carney, *Holly Carrigan, Amanda Farr, Daniel Favre, ♦Hillary Cates, Emily Cerny, Stacie Goris, Lee Gould, Kellie Davis, Bryan Faurot, Leslie Grant, Jennifer Amanda Finkler, Lance Flory, Halliwill. Lucas Flory, Jennifer Forquer, ♦Jonessa Hammonds, Ricky Fowler, *Kristin Frith, ♦Carrie Hardin, Zachary Lisa Gibson, Emilie Gould, Jarvie, Jarvie, *Erica Krolik, Joheather Grant, Jason Sunshine Landon. *Faith Grasman, Holly Green, Livingston, Andrea Mace, Brianne Haley, Casey Melissa Mansfield, Ryan Hansbarger, Christopher Matson,, *Craigg McDougal gl, Hartwell, Trenton Harvey. April Musser, Jack Owens, Andrea Hass, Lezlie Hay, ♦Melissa Patterson, *Brandon Kyle Phenix , Andrea Phillips, Andrew Heyboer, Hughes, Macheal Hyatt, Jason Bethany Poyer, Crystal Prieur, Joppie, *Jonathon Kay, Tenth Grade Kara Rathburn, Kevin Melissa Kirwin, Kirten Scott Ashley, *Emily Robinson, Melanie Shance. Klinkhammer, *Dustin Lon­ Aspinall, John Aspinall, Paul Amber Shilling, John don, Patrick Lowe, Travis Baird, Carrie Balko, Shilo Slawinski, Trish Sloan, McIntire, Tina Nelson, Cody Beals, Julie Behrndt, *Eren ♦Joseph Stadel, Sara Page, Megann Patrick, Jessica Berry, Amanda Briggs, Thompson, Aaron Treloar, ♦Heather Brisco. Ann Carney, Tyson Vorce, Nicole Wilson, Pennington, *Kim Penning­ Patrick Chaffee, Joshua Loren Wright, Jessica Wymer. ton, Cory Pethick. ♦Rachel Pettengill, Mandy Curtis, Angela Decker, Julia Twelfth Grade Pierce, Malinda Powers, Draper, * Jessica Dunham, Joe Shelley Arras, Terrance Elliston, Ryan Emerick, Augustine, Nicholas Blakely, ♦Jamie Rasey, Katrina Rasey, Melissa Scripter, Gregory Matthew France, Brandon Erin Booher, *Jeremy Shook, Michael Skedgell, Garvey, *Jessica Gearin, Lauren Hansbarger, ♦Craig Harvey, Sarah Irish, ♦Michelle Jewel, Kyle Kines, ♦Kimberly Knoll, Andrea Kreps, Ken Lackscheide, Brett Lancaster, Chris Lentz, Jessica Lesage, Matt Lingholm, Jamie Little, Teather Lowe, Jodi McKelvey, *Tina Miller, Cassady Murphy, Josh Oleson, Amy Pennington, ♦Lindsay Pettengill, Tanya Powers. . 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Must be a secured loan. p u, . , �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 6 Shotgun wedding roasts newlywed couple in Nashville by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Those passing through Nashville a week ago Sunday may have wondered just what was going on when Nashville Police were escorting a parade of sorts, led by a couple with wheelbarrow and two men with shot guns! It was really a "roast" for newlyweds Bill and Darlene Flower. The wheelbarrow was to be their limousine, and the police were called to keep order as crowds appeared along Main Street to watch the procession. The two men with guns? They were "hired" to assure that Bill and Darlene didn't try to escape before the party was over! Everyone agreed that this was no ordinary wedding, but those doing the planning said that "Bill and Darlene are no ordinary couple!" The wedding procession began behind Clay's Dinner Bell and then went through the parking lot and down Main and on to the VFW Hall, where a reception was waiting. There was a wedding bouquet and a boutonniere for the groom, compliments of "Something ADMINISTRATION CENTRAL OFFICE SALARY COMPARISONS TOTAL SALARY INCREASE NANCY POTTER 6- 26-96 $51,902 7- 02-97 60,582 10-28-97 64,448 16.7% INCREASE 6.45% INCREASE 23.15% = $12,546.00 BEVERLEY BLACK 6- 26-96 $48,973 7- 02-97 51,161 10-28-97 56,518 4.7% INCREASE 10.47% INCREASE 14.94% = $7,545.00 BERNADINE HYNES $53,280 6- 26-96 7- 02-97 55,644 4.4% INCREASE 10-28-97 59,338 6.64% INCREASE +5,833.30 65,171.30 TITLE INCLUDED PAMKIHN DATE OF HIRE 10/11/84 6- 26-96 $38,632 7- 02-97 41,997 8.7% INCREASE 10-28-97 46,096 9.76% INCREASE 17.12% = $11,891.00 17.12% INCREASE 18.46% = $7,464.00 JILL BOOHER DATE OF HIRE 1/06/92 $22,667 6- 26-96 7- 02-97 25,348WITH $2,400 FLEX BEN = $27,748 22.4% INCREASE WO FLEX BEN 11.8% INCREASE 10-28-97 28,390WITH $2,400 FLEX BEN = $30,790 10.96% INCREASE WO FLEX BEN 12% INCREASE 33.36% = $8,123.00 LORRAINE JOPPIE 6- 26-96 $25,505 7- 02-97 28,501 DATE OF HIRE 9/04/90 WITH $2,231.52 FLEX BEN = $30,732.52 20.49% INCREASE WO FLEX BEN 11.74% INCREASE 32.23% = $5,227.00 TODD GONSER 6- 26-96 $53,108 7- 02-97 60,223 10-28-97 61,970 13.4% INCREASE 2.9% INCREASE 16.3% = $8,862.00 RICK ARNETT NEW HIRE 10-28-97 $55,930 CLARK YOLZ 10-28-97 NEW HIRE $66,300 75,000 (23 PAYS) CONTRACT 13.8% = $8,700.00 These are the raises that the administration were given in July, 1997. Now there seems to be a bonus raise in October after the millage passed. These total increases i averaging 21.8% are more than a lot of district taxpayers make in a year. Remember? - the slogan was - this millage is for the KIDS!!???? s The rest of the Maple Valley employees will rightly expect the same percentage as the administration. With a 21.18% increase in total payroll the school will be asking the taxpayers to bail them out again. Enough is enough - it is time for another vote to cut our losses and run. Let’s do it for the taxpayers this time. PAID FOR BY CONCERNED TAXPAYERS COMMITTEE ■ 704 EAST ST. • NASHVILLE The guys with shot guns? Just so Bill and Darlene didn't try to escape Richard Gardner and Gordie Reid showed up and escorted the couple down Main Street. This isn't your typical wedding photo, but it wasn't a typical wedding. Newlyweds Bill and Darlene Flower were surprised by friends with this "roast" last Sunday. Special by Kathy," a vail, a garter and a bright "just married" sign waiting for the couple when they arrived brunt of this little joke She said when he however, as far as they were suggested the flower shop in Nashville that afternoon. It was all quite a surprise, concerned this was just an be their last stop, she was thanks to friends who had ordinary Sunday afternoon almost relieved to reach the done weeks of preparation drive with the Hansbargers. village limits, and though "Jerry had driven us the full parking lot got her and managed to keep it all a around all day, showing us attention, she was sure it secret. Judy Quantrell and almost every pond he had was the aftermath of an ac­ Shirley Gardner were co­ ever dug," said Darlene, "All cident of some sort. conspirers, making I wanted to do was go telephone calls, arranging home." for the police escort, and rounding up lots of help for cooking and decorating at the hall. They also enlisted the help of Rexanne Garvey for the "just got hitched" top to their wedding cake, and cleaned up Richard Gardner's wheelbarrow for the occasion. It was up to Jerry and Anna Lou Hansbarger to get Bill and Darlene to the ceremony, which was to be much like old fashioned "bellings." They told the couple that they just wanted to take them to lunch and for an "afternoon drive." The last stop was to be the flower shop, where daughter-in-law Kathy was putting finishing touches on renovations. Little did they know what was awaiting them in the parking lot. The old bellings, according to Kathy . Was a'so a br*d®s bouquet and a boutonniere Hansbarger, usually took tor the g. groom Both were w provided by Kathy place in the middle of the Hansbarger who said the surprise couldn't have night. Friends would rouse happened to a better pair. the newlyweds and escort them much the same way with shotguns, and the newlyweds would have to buy everyone breakfast. "Bill had been a bellor be­ fore he became the belle last Insurance Work • Rust Repair Sunday," she said. "I under­ Complete Car Restoration stand that he had even gotten himself into some Custom Painting and Murals trouble with his gun when roasting another couple," • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering she said. • Custom Collision Repair She did add, however, that though always full of fun, Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Bill was also a very generous person, one who would do anything for his friends. HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday Bill, like his bride, had no idea that they were to be the FASSETT BODY SHOP Ph. (517) 726-0319 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 7 New titles at Vermontville Township library Adult Fiction You know the old saying, something old something new, something borrowed, something blue? None of those details were ignored though poor Darlene had no idea what was in store for her! That's Judy Quantrell fixing her vale just before the ride through town. checked out, and asked to From previous page— see the license. "When I saw people "When we knew it was re­ standing around, I figured ally official, we started plan­ there had been some sort of ning the party," he said. accident," said Darlene. "They said that they were "Then I saw the going down after a horse, wheelbarrow and started rec­ what in the world ognizing faces." happened?" All she could say when Gardner said that once he they pulled her from the and wife Shirley decided to truck was, "Oh My God." plan the little party and pa­ All the attention was just rade, they called Jack and what the couple didn't really Judy Quantrell, who said want or expect. That's why, that they were happy to help when they did officially tie out. "I've known Bill since he the knot, it was a well kept was a young trooper secret. That was in July. "We went down to Ten­ (formerly with the State nessee on a little vacation to Police) said Judy. "He is the see some friends, and just kind of guy that you have to get something on. He went in front of a judge," said Darlene. "We didn't deserves everything that he want a big fuss, so we kept gets." She went on to say that it a secret. No one found out Bill has certainly pulled his until a few weeks ago." They had coexisted for some share of pranks around time, however, and Nashville, it was payback according to Richard time. She also thought that it Gardner, were like "love would spice up a Sunday af­ sick" teenagers. "Bill and I took a trip to ternoon in Nashville. "This is the most excite­ Missouri about four years ago, and he was on the ment that Nashville has phone with that woman seen in a long time," she twice a day, every day,' said said. And to take the prank on Gardner. "Then she showed up to pick him up on step further, she suggests "an outhouse" if there are Friday, we were supposed to stay until Sunday. It was those who are looking for right after that he told me the perfect wedding gift for that they got married. Bill the couple. even bought rings to make it look official." This time, when Bill caught wind that the pair had really tied the knot he look Handbook by Michael J. A Hope Beyond (Ribbons Farr. Loans from Uncle Sam of Steel #1) by Judith Pella by Robert Leider. Chicken and Tracie Peterson, Distant Soup for the Mother's Soul by Dreams (Ribbons of Steel #2) Jack Canfield. 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Mounting oun ng This s To o Poster oser Board oar Will Make ae It More ore Durable urae �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 10 M.V. GRIDDERS WIN successful offensive plays then punted to their own 40 and on the first play of the second period, Patrick took a pitchout and raced down the sidelines to the end zone untouched from 34 yards from front page out. Jason Thompson ran in the two-point conversion to make it 8-0. The Lions forced another punt a little later and marched down to the field to the Jonesville nine with an apparent first down, but the effort was halted by a hold­ ing penalty. After Jonesville took possession and went three and out, it had to punt for what turned out to be the most opportunistic and con- Andy Patrick (6) had a big night for the Lions, both offensively and defensively. There were a lot of bruising hits made by the Maple Valley defensive legions Friday night. 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An alert Thompson, taking the attitude of "shoot first and ask questions later," scooped up the ball and ran the 57 yards to pay dirt against a confused and later dismayed Comet contingent. The visiting coaching staff contended that since the ball first touched a Jonesville player it should have been whistled dead, but referees ruled no one downed the football and it was "live" when Thompson picked it up. The Lions failed to make the conversion, but with 3:46 left in .the second quar­ ter, they had built a 14-0 cushion. And they weren't finished. With just over a minute left in the half, Thompson broke loose again and beat everybody else in a race to the end zone, this time from 55 yards. Quarterback Trevor Wawiemia then hit a leaping Travis VanAlstine with a two-point conversion pass to close out the Lions' scoring for the evening. Maple Valley came out in the second half with the phi­ losophy that the best de­ fense is a good offense. The Lions took the kickoff and drove down the field from their own 36 to Jonesville's 5 before giving it over on downs at the 9. Ball control turned out to be great defen­ sive strategy because it ate up more than seven minutes on the clock, which by now was becoming the visiting team's biggest enemy. The Comets, who pene­ trated beyond midfield only once in the first half, finally to get their offense going. With some heady running by Alex Babcock, they mounted their most serious scoring threat, moving the football to Maple Valley's 33, where Matt Rose and Lucas Flory stopped Jonesville quarterback Kyle Dunn short of the first down marker on a fourth-and-tWo. The Comets were even more successful on their next drive, but there was only 6:34 left in the ball­ game when they finally scored on a fourth down 9yard bootleg run by Dunn. The Comets had two tries at a two-point conversion be­ cause of a pass interference call, but Patrick stopped Babcock short of the goal line on a sweep. After Jonesville's ensuing onside kickoff attempt failed, the remainder of the game was taken up by the Comets desperately trying, but failing to score with a two-minute offense and Maple Valley trying to run out the clock. Thompson finished the night with 143 yards rush­ ing in 23 attempts and Patrick had 106 in 16 car­ ries. Thompson also had 89 yards in kick returns, and of course, one for a touch­ down. The Lions amassed 271 yards on the ground as a team and Wawiernia com­ pleted two of three pass at­ tempts for 24 yards. Maple Valley's total yardage was 295, as com­ pared to Jonesville's 211. The Comets had 176 yards rushing, with Babcock pick­ ing up 114 on 20 carries. Perhaps one of the keys for the defense was that Jonesville's air game was ef­ fectively shut down. Dunn was 0 for 10 in passing in the first half and finished with 4 for 19 for 45 yards for the game. Leading the defensive charge were Lucas Flory with 10 tackles and Patrick with nine. 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They are citizens ofthe Maple Valley community, and deserve big thanks for all they do to make the Maple Valley schools a great system. To the bus drivers: They load a vehicle with 60 some stu­ dents and see to it they are transported safely to and from school every day. They also transport various sports teams to and from their contests. They make special runs for field trips. They do this in all kinds of weather. They are very important to this school district. To the cooks: They plan, prepare and serve meals to several hundred students every day. They see to it that students can start the day with a breakfast and can have a nutritional meal at noon. They are very important to this dis­ trict. To the custodians: They keep our buildings clean and safe for students. They see to it that the buildings are opera­ tional every day. They are in the buildings very early each morning, and they are the last Help Wanted BABYSITTER NEEDED Three days a week. Please call 517-726-1238. 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They need to know that they are appreciated. The Maple Valley Education Association salutes and supports the Maple Valley Educational Support staff. Without them, we could not begin to do our jobs effective­ ly. We are behind them all the way. Sharlot A. Sours, President Maple Valley Education Association Fuller Street School staff do wonderful work Dear editor: We appreciate the Maple Valley support staff for all their efforts on behalf of our students. Through their dedication, our children arrive at school safely, have their breakfast and lunch needs attended to, receive library, work in a clean environment, and are safe on the playground each day before school and at lunch. They also put in many hours volunteering their time for painting and wallpapering at our school, mentoring stu­ dents, working at our carnival and many other things. Along with all this, they give their support, love, and care to the students and staff each day. We appreciate all they do. Support Staff Day is Nov. 19. From: Fuller Street Staff Support staff appreciated! To the editor: Nov. 19 is Support Staff Appreciation Day and the Maplewood teachers would like to express our gratitude and respect for our support staff. Their dedication and enthu­ siasm working with the chil­ dren of this district is evident every day. They consistently go above and beyond what is required ofthem. Maplewood teachers Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval.. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 ROOM AT THE TOP Due to the promotions in the immediate area, three openings now exist for SPORTSMINDED persons in the local area of a FORTUNE 500 company. Ifselected, you will be given three weeks classroom training at our expense. We provide complete company benefits: major medical, dental, life insurance, plus 401K plan. $20,000-$40,000 first year income potential and all promo­ tions are based on merit, not seniority. 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Lie. #23-i74ff �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 13 Housing Services for Eaton County to hold fund-raiser Housing Services for Eaton County will be at the Charlotte Wal-Mart Friday, Nov. 21, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday. Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. selling Christmas tree vouchers, with proceeds going directly to help individuals and families facing a housing crisis in Eaton County. The Christmas tree vouch­ ers will sell for $25 for any size blue spruce or Douglas fire and $20 for any size Scotch pine. The vouchers can be redeemed at the Country Mill, 4648 Otto Road, in Charlotte. Nov. 21 and 22 mark the close of Homeless Awareness Week, a statewide public awareness campaign to edu- cate the public about the many reasons people are homeless, the shortage of affordable housing for people with low incomes, and the work home­ less assistance providers are doing to bring reliefto people in need. More than 10,000 people sleep in emergency shelters in Michigan each night, while many others take refuge in cars, camp sites, abandoned buildings and other places unsuitable for humans to reside. In Eaton County, about 75 residents each month find their way to HSEC in a hous­ ing crisis. Help is needed to create safe places for people to call home and to make sure all Eaton County residents have a safe and warm place to I I!I I spend this Christmas. HSEC was created to fill a gap in Eaton County to help individuals and families who have received all they can from public assistance and still find themselves in a crisis situation. HSEC received more than 600 requests for assistance during 1996 and by the middle of 1997 that num­ ber has already been sur­ passed. Christmas tree vouchers may also be purchased at HSEC’s office in downtown Charlotte. Questions can be directed to Jodie Wells, pro­ gram and housing coordina­ tor, at (517) 541-1180, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I I Wednesday, Nov. 19 Chicken nuggets, spice bread, com, fresh fruit. Thursday, Nov. 20 Good Time Pizza, garlic toast, tossed salad, pear halves. Friday, Nov. 21 Tacos, carrot sticks, pineapple, chocolate cake. •?tal Monday, Nov. 24 **** Ham and cheese sub, potato wedge, peach slices, chocolate pudding. Tuesday, Nov. 25 Turkey dinner, mashed potatoes, com, pumpkin pud­ ding, roll. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 19 Chicken nuggets, spice bread, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Nov. 20 ■■I l*ihli|0 *’• linjrrrj ata a^th^ I«B2 E BE3£- iriffilslE-. Iraq' EHcditt la W&iitii las mEjlkjart litj EfcaWfii! iaa VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE AUCTION ...of Approx. 80 Acres of Perked, vacant, Rolling Land LOCATED: 2 miles south of Nashville, Ml on M-66 to M-79/Lawrence Road and east 1/8 mile to Clark Road and south two miles to the corner of Clark and Cloverdale on... TUESDAY, NOV. 25 • 6 PM Qducation ^Association and Suppoftt Sta^J fixpresses its sincere Friday, Nov. 21 Tacos, carrot sticks, pineapple, chocolate cake,' 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Nov. 24 Ham andcheesesubmarine, and cheese submarine, potato wedes, peach slices, chocolate pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. ! I Tuesday, Nov. 25 Turkey dinner, mashed potatoes, com, roll/honey, pumpkin pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu m. enu sujectto subject to cange, change, choice of 1% lowfat chocolate i or white milk or whole milk. Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Nov. 19 Friday, Nov. 21 Five perked, rolling building parcels ranging in size from 5.7 plus/ minus acres to 26 plus/minus acres. The parcels will be offered individually, in any combinations desired and as a whole. OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, Nov. 16 - 1:00-2:30 and Wednesday, Nov. 19 -4:00-5:30 - at the property. Call for a pictured flyer with bidding details! griffin trust. (617)726*0181 inwoSmSnoohio Owner fax (617) 726*0060 ii I I Monday, Nov. 24 Tuesday, Nov. 25 S T A N T O N 'S ■ 'c "e «S Gs eM lQ « U "yyuiuntcw u I44SOUTHMAINSTREET^ VERMONTVILLE, MICHIGAN 49096 REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION Pets LOCATED at 2700 Lacey Lake Road, Bellevue, Ml (approx. 5% miles west of Charlotte on M-79/ Lawrence Road to Lacey Lake Road and 3 miles south and right to sale site). Tuesday, November 25 • 10 am Two bedroom ranch home located on approx. 1.9 acres - sells at 12:00 noon. Personal property includes Simplicity 12.5 HP hydro lawn tractor; Simplicity 2-wheel lawn trailer; antique lady's rocker; modern furniture; tools; canning supplies; washbowl & pitcher; collection of approx. 50 salt dips; Magic Chef elec, stove; White Westinghouse 10 cu. ft. freezer; Maytag wringer washer; and lots more. Call for a list. marvel wyble. Owner (617)726*0181 mNAMowto fax (617) 726*0060 FEMALE FERRET accesso­ ries, had shots $150. Call 948-3717 Mobile Homes ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move ifnecessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870___________ BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment. Must sell. 1-800-538-7870_______ FIRST TIME i to the students and sta^ oj I I tke JIAapQe ^Va^ey ^District. 'EThanb gou [o/t being a true Ijitiend o^ public education. a a American Education November 16 - 22, 1997 iI I i uilding HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870 H holt outstanding contributions Ham and cheese submarine,, chicken sandwich, pizza,, cheeseburger, garden salad,, p potato wedges, ' peaches, juice, milk. Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, green beans, ap­ plesauce, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. I (JIM cTeaclie/is and Support ^Personnefi Chicken nuggets, chicken n sandwich, pizza , cheeseburger, garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Tacos, chicken sandwich, pizza, cheeseburger, garden salad, carrot sticks, pineap­ ple, juice, milk. appreciation to... I Thursday, Nov. 20 Grove Twp. Hall, 721 Durkee (M-66) on the south side of Nashville. I I Cheese pizza, garlic toast, tossed salad, pear halves, 1/2 pt. milk. Chicken sandwich, pizza cheeseburger, salad bar, garden salad, green beans, pear halves, juice, milk. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE, the auction will be held at the Maple I iI cApp/ieoiation I <ETke JAapfie School Lunch Menu Maplewood Elementary Lunch Menu Ceftti^icate h0 the Future, One Student at a Time iI I I I i I I IIi I I I I 0 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. November 18, 1997 — Pope 14 Vermontville Boy Scouts receive ‘Star’ awards Vermontville Boy Scout Troop No. 648 held a Court of Honor in which members of the troop received awards Oct. 2. Many of the awards were earned while attending a funfilled week in July at the Chief Okemos Council’s North­ woods Reservation. The Northwoods Reserva­ tion has been actively used by various Boy Scout troops for 35 years. Northwoods Reservation recently had the privi­ lege of being host for an International Camporee, with 16 nations being represented. Vermontville Boy Scout members earned money for their troop through various fund-raising events. Part of the money was used to help cover the cost of attending the camp. Activities at the camp included water-dogging, arch­ ery, rifle, swimming, boating, nature studies and rocketry. When the scout completes the activity requirements, he will have earned a merit badge. The merit badges earned for completing activities help the boys attain different ranks. This year five boys were able to complete the requirements for Star. This is the first time in many years since the troop has had a Star Scout, and now it has five! Pictured (From left) ore the five new Star Scouts,Greg Rathbum, Mark Diamond, Derek Musser, Nate Jarvie, and Kenny Hayes. Shooting problem for Lion gal eagers The shooting woes continued for Maple Valley's varsity basketball team continued Thursday night with a 43-31 SMAA loss to St. Philip. "We have been struggling with out shooting," Lions' Coach Jerry Reese said. "We will have to shoot our way out of the slump and hopefully as districts begin DIETARY AIDES Part-time and On-Call First or Second Shift Weekends and Holidays PENNOCK HOSPITAL has openings in the Dietary Department for Aides. Experience in an institutional dietary department or restaurant is desired. Basic math and reading skills are a must, as well as good interpersonal skills. Must be able to lift and carry heavy items, to bend and reach, and to work in cool conditions. Please submit applications/resume to: PENNOCK HOSPITAL Attn: Human Resources 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 948-3112 E.O.E. on Monday." Maple Valley hit 4-of-18 shot attempts in the first half against the Tigers and 7-of-36 in the second half. Dawn Stine was the only double digit scorer with 11 point. Next, was Jessica Cook with 6 points. Arnie Green topped the St. Phil squad with 16 points. In other statistics, Leslie Grant pulled down 10 rebounds, Stine grabbed 9 boards and Melissa Gearin had 3 steals and 6 caroms. The Lady Lions close out the regular season at 11-9 Eaton 4-H Horse committee to meet The Eaton County 4-H Development Horse Committee will meet next on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building. Officers for 1998 will be elected and it is very impor­ tant that each club send at least two-members for voting purposes, All members, parents and volunteers interested in the Horse project are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call the Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. overall. Districts At Maple Valley The host Maple Valley team met Bellevue (1-18) on Monday and GalesburgAugusta (5-13) faced Parchment (10-7). On Wednesday the winner of the G-A/Parchment game meets Springport (0-18), while the winner of the Maple Valley/Bellevue contest will battle Olivet (5­ 13). The championship finale is scheduled for Friday. Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691. Wanted For Rent 1 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME, remodeled on Thom ap­ ple Lake, off Center Road. Single person or couple. 517-852-9386 For Sale Automotive 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hast­ ings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. Must Provide Picture ID at Time of Interview Security Office • 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml Monday thru Saturday ONLY • 24 hours each day E.O.E. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. Experienced Buffers Immediate Hire Opportunity The Buffing Department ofAmerican Bumper & Mfg. Co. has immediate openings for applicants with a minimum 3 month Buffing experience. Qualifications include: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime • Ability to Consistently Lift 65 lbs. • Availability to Work any of3 Shifts $9.60 per hour plus shift premium (Buffing Department starts at top payrate) Applications available in the Security Office 6 days per week, 24 hours per day. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. 14 N. Beardsley Road, Ionia, MI 48846 EOE OFFICE NURSE Part-time $8.00/hr. Progressing to $9.20/hr. ■ Company Paid Insurance: Medical, Dental, Optical, Life & Disability ■ 401 (k) ■ 10 Paid Holidays ■ Educational Reimbursement Program ■ Apprenticeship Programs ■ Promotions from Within inch pieces 1/4 tsp liquid smoke 1 tsp. Louisiana hot sauce 1 Tbsp, fresh parsley, minced 2^4 tsp. salt l*/4 tsp. fresh ground black pepper 1 qt. freshly prepared long grain white rice Rinse the black-eyed peas and drain thor­ oughly. In a large pot with a lid, cover the peas with chicken broth. Stir in ham hocks, garlic, onions, celery, green peppers, bay leaves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pot and sim­ mer for 1 hour. Stir in sausage; cover pot and simmer for an additional hour. Stir the peas every 15 minutes, as they will begin to stick together. Add the liquid smoke, salt, black pepper and hot sauce. Simmer cov­ ered pot over very low heat for 1-ta hours, stir­ ring often so that the beans will not stick to the bottom of the pot. The beans should begin to break down and become creamy. You may wish to smash some of the beans in the bot­ tom of the pot to make a thicker dish. Remove the bay leaves and add the parsley. Serve over hot, fluffy rice. Makes 8 servings. to $1,000. 616-964-6047 • Assembly • Press Operations • Welding Experience Preferred - But Not Required Plus Shift Premium & Quality Incentive Raises Qualifying Applicants Must Possess: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime (NAPS)—According to Chef Billy Jacob, menu expert for Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits, Americans have developed a craving for black-eyed peas, a delicious, satisfying “comfort food.” “Originally, black-eyed peas were known as a Southern dish, especially one that Southerners ate on New Year’s Day for good luck throughout the coming year,” says Jacob. “Now, with the popularity of New Orleans-style or Cajun cuisine paving the way, Americans have grown curious about regional flavors, especial­ ly those from the South.” The following easy recipe for black-eyed peas was developed by Chef Jacob. You and your fam­ ily will love this hearty comfort food that delivers a Cajun “kick.” Serve the black-eyed peas with rice for a tasty main meal or side dish. Ifyou’re curious about trying black-eyed peas, go ahead and try this recipe. Of, if you don’t feel like cooking, visit Popeyes Chicken & Biscuits this month, because the restaurant chain will be featur­ ing black-eyed peas with rice on its menu. Black-Eyed Peas & Rice 1 lb. dry black-eyed peas 2% quarts canned chicken broth 2 smoked ham hocks 4 cloves garlic, pressed 2 c. yellow onions, chopped 1/2 c. celery, chopped 2B c. green bell pepper, chopped 2 bay leaves 2 lbs smoked sausage, cut in 1/2- WANTED.’ OLD FISHING LURES and tackle. Will pay up For Sale Career Advancement Opportunities GENERAL LABORER POSITIONS Here's A Comfort Food With A “Kick”: Black-Eyed Peas! PENNOCK HOSPITAL NASHVILLE FAMILY MEDICINE Pennock Hospital is seeking a part-time office nurse to work 32 hours per week in our Nashville office. The qualified candidate will be a LPN, Medical Assistant or RN and have at least 1 year of experience in a doctor s office setting. Excellent interpersonal skills are required and flexibility is a must. Please submit application/resume to: PENNOCK HOSPITAL Attn: Human Resources 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 948-3112 E.O.E. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 15 to th®--aple Valley Football Team Class CC Regional Champions Maple Valley 22 ... Jonesville 6 Class CC State Semi-Finals Maple Valley vs. Montrose at Portland High School Saturday, Nov. 22nd*l p.m. Auto Parts Center Mace Pharmacy M-C Repair & Towing Eaton Federal Savings Bank 112 N. Main St., Nashville 219 N. Main Street, Nashville Phone 852-9500 Phone 852-0845 Phone 852-1649 109 S. Main St., Nashville The Movie Station Maple Valley Implement, Inc. Citizens L.L.C. Co. Phone 852-1830 Phone 726-0514 Maple Valley Real Estate 201 N. Main St., Nashville (next to Hastings City Bank) Phone 852-2290 Vermontville Grocery & Fresh Meat Market Phone (517) 726-0640 Tobias-Mason Insurance Agency 109 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-2005 Hansbarger Construction 11201 Vermontville Hwy., Vermontville Phone 517-726-0323 737 Sherman (7 blocks E. of Main) Nashville • Phone 852-1910 White, Ford & New Holland Genther Funeral Homes 204 N. Queen St., Nashville Phone (517) 852-0840 Wolever’s Real Estate 135 Washington Phone (517) 726-0637 Musser Service Vern s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland Phone 367-4544 Hometown Lumber 219 S. State, Nashville Phone 852-0882 227 N. Main, Nashville 517-852-1915 or 852-1916 157 S. Main, Vermontville Nashville Locker Service Main St., Vermontville Phone 517-726-0330 729 Durkee, Nashville Ph. 726-0181/Fax 726-0060 Hastings City Bank Phone 852-9332 Nancy’s Beauty Shop Diana s Place 203 N. Main, Nashville 10030 Thornapple Lk. Rd. Nashville • Phone 852-9481 Phone 852-0790 Carl’s Super Market, Inc. Trowbridge’s Auto Parts & Service Center M-66 Tire 999 Reed St., Nashville 7775 Saddlebag Lk. Rd. (M-66) Lake Odessa • Phone 374-1200 Phone 726-0569 Something Special by Kathy Kent Oil & Propane Flowers and Gifts 207 N. Main, Nashville * 852-0313 M-66 at S. Village Limits Nashville • Phone 852-9210 Hamlin’s Quik Stop State Farm Insurance Phone 517-726-1312 - Ruth Hughes - Wheeler’s Marine Service 825 S. Hanover, Hastings Phone 948-8488 160 S. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9446 780 S. Main, Vermontville Stanton Real Estate and Auctioneers 130 S. Main, Vermontville Maple Valley Chapel 10708 Kinsel Hwy, Vermontville Powers Service 8988 Greggs Crossing, Nashville Phone 852-9587 Vermontville S. M-66, Nashville Phone 852-9609 Hecker Agency 255 N. Main, Nashville Phone 852-9680 Phone 852-1991 Ken’s Standard Service 209 S. Main, Vermontville Phone 726-0589 Good Time Pizza 501 N. Main, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville ' Phone 852-1900 �MaP,e Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, November 18, 1997 — Page 16 Lions Roar! Maple Valley's football squad celebrates its Class CC regional football title last Friday in Nashville. Pictured are the Lions' players, coach Guenther Mittelstaedt and athletic director Rick Arnett. (Photos by Perry Hardin) ssss&sssssss ^SSSSSSSSSS3SSS3£SSSSSSSSS^ \ 20 Ox., Tyson Claussen Quart Whole/Half, Troyer's Hickory Smoked Z Lean Boneless nish Hens Pickles ; Ham H Slausseri WcWe Relish (dausseri) Pickle Relish SSSSSSSXSSSSSSXSSSm 40-50 Count, Raw * Thorn Apple Valley Little Smokies or Store Made Cocktail Franks Bratwurst Shrimp s 1 79 SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSBi 10# Bag, Chicken ound Beef i;; Leg Quarters From Chuck \ 49 Lb. Gallon, Bareman's Homogenized Milk Gallon, Bareman’s Homogenized Milk 99* COMPLETE DEER PROCESSING --------------- Completed Super Saver Card See New IVhat’s SSSSSSSSSSSSS at Gallon, Bareman’s Drinking or Distilled Vermontville Water 39* IGA With one Completed Super Saver Card Grocery Vermontville Grocery Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday SSS3XS£SSSSSS££SS£SSS3SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS§S SSSSS3^ � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-12-02.pdf 06be7a6a46882cc1cef2835d066bb9c3 PDF Text Text "BULK RATE U. S. POSTAGE pAib Hutin Publishedftiy ffl 49038 tNo.7 -Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 49 — Tuesday, December 2, 1997 Vermontville and Nashville love their Maple Valley LIONS Everyone’s been talking about the Maple Valley Li­ ons and their trip to the Pontiac Silverdome. What is it that makes these Lions so great? Some say excellent coaching, oth­ ers team spirit, still others the overwhelming support that the team receives from the community. Regardless, Lion Mania is evident everywhere around Nashville and Vermontville. There are flags, signs, sweatshirts, new cheers, and even out of town guests as a result of this year's season. One such guest has come all the way from Myrtle Beach, Fla. "Grandpa Crawford," who is a loyal fan of offensive and defensive end Travis VanAlstine said that when he got the news of the fi­ nals, he had to "come home." The retiree, who had moved to Myrtle Beach last year to enjoy the sunshine, had "coached" his grandson from the time he began playing football, and went to most all of the teen’s games until last year. Plans for retirement included the move south but he promised that he would return for a special visit, depending on the season. Now with what VanAlstine describes as a "Sweet Season" behind him and his teammates, “Grandpa” was right there on the sidelines on Saturday, he even came a bit early to catch the semi- finals against Montrose in Portland last week. "I told him before I left that if they made it to the playoffs I'd be home," he said. "Travis called me on a Saturday night and I was here on Monday." Crawford described the opportunity to play at the ‘Dome as a "once in three generations opportunity, something that many fathers and sons and grandfathers have dreamed about. His reaction is much like many others who have fol­ lowed Maple Valley the past few years. One family in Ver­ montville has been a part of this group of boys since See M. V. Lions, P. 3 Fans have been great throughout the season, and lets not forget our cheerleaders who have done many things behind the scenes to support the football team. Record-setting defensive battle leaves Lions second in State PONTIAC — A 17-play drive that netted 91 yards early in the second quarter left Lions' fans a little bit empty Saturday as they watched the Class CC State football championship held at the Pontiac Silverdome. Muskegon Oakridge (12­ 1) Scored on a 1-yard run by Ben Millis on that drive's 17th play at the 11:57 mark ofthe second quarter. For the rest of the game, defensive stops and missed scoring opportunities kept the crowd on edge and kept the score 6-0 Oakridge. Maple Valley (12-1) threatened often, including a 15-play drive that reached the 20-yard-line, to start the Trent Harvey (73) and Andy Heyboer (71) exit the Silverdome field after Saturday's tough loss in the Class CC championship. (Photo by Perry Hardin) third quarter. Still, the Lions ended up on the short end of a 6-0 outcome. "We came to play, but they (Oakridge) just played a little better than us," Maple Valley senior Chris Gonser said. "We had our moments. (Still) I'm proud of our team that we got here." The Lions took the second half kick and marched confidently down the field with 14 consecutive running plays. Jason Thompson and Andy Patrick each carried 6 times on the drive with Thompson gaining 29 yards and Patrick 16 yards. On the 15th play, Thompson Chris Gonser (25) teams with Rich Smith (21) for a sack on Oakridge quarterback Seth Adkins (16). (Photo by Perry Hardin) attempted to throw the ball to receiver Travis VanAlstine, but the aerial was incomplete. Opportunities to score were also squandered twice in the first half. Maple Valley's opening drive began at its own 37-yardline and ended six plays later at the nine. A 50-yard dart by Thompson moved the ball from the 37 to Oakridge's 13. The Eagles' defense then See Lions, Page 10 In This Issue... • Choir coming back after threat of elimination • ‘My Fair Lady’ musical on stage this weekend at Maple Valley • Olivet man killed when semi strikes car • Only one race looms in Nashville election �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 2, 1997 — Page 2 First concert is Sunday December 17 Choir program coming back after threat of elimination The Maple Valley choir program is back, only a few months after it was threat­ ened with elimination be­ cause of budget constraints. According to those in­ volved, it's better than ever, and they plan their first con­ cert at 3 p.m. Sunday after- noon, Dec. 7, at the high­ school. When interviewed about the program, students used words like "awesome" and "great" and all agreed that Dennis Vanderhoef can be credited with their success. Vanderhoef, whom most know as band director, took over the choir last spring af­ ter former choir director Carol Kersten retired and the Board of Education initially canceled choir because of a tight budget. Vanderhoef said that he would devote his only free hour, time It’s Not Just The Flu usually set aside for preparing lessons or meeting with band students, to the choir. re­ schedule. He needed one more elective, something available during second took on the choir, and he is excited about their first per­ formance, which will be in group," remarked Bill Ma­ son, who after hearing the hour. Choir was a choice and he reluctantly agreed. He and Vanderhoef hit it off conjunction choir, invited them to sing for the Vermontville Lions Club Tuesday, Dec. 16. began working with me I ful." Students in Vanderhoefs couldn't even sing a note," he said. "He started working with me individually, like class feel much the same "Choir has changed tremendously," said four- but also not to be better, but there were some who were afraid to sing out. It is the one-on-one work with these kids that has ev­ eryone using their voices at full potential. Patrick is one of. 39 members of the Maple Val­ ley senior high choir this year, a group much larger than before, and one that in­ Caring Way We Treat Them.. At Nashville Family Medicine, treating you like a person is an important part of treating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. almost immediately. "Before Mr. Vanderhoef "They really sound wonder­ afraid." Patrick went on to say that in past years, she felt the choir could have sounded personal family medicine is just a phone call away. with people." It's now been just three markable. "Denny has made a dra­ matic comeback with this The results has been sing, Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, tion and want to share that in a predicament this past fall when finalizing his year veteran Megann Patrick. "Mr. V has not only taught many how to It’s The sissies." Thompson found himself varsity jacket!" Vanderhoefs dedication also has impressed some freshmen who are just get­ ting started. One such stu­ dent, who just moved into the area from Missouri, compared the local high school choir program to the one she had back home. "Mr. V. has taught me a lot," said Stacy Shepperly. "When I compar, we were really far behind back there (in Missouri). I am really excited about the choir this joked Vanderhoef. "We are still trying to recruit more guys and hope by second semester that the numbers year." She added that many don't realize the importance of choir, or using their voices. will be up." He said that many guys at Maple Valley claimed that they just weren't interested, and getting things started took a little begging. Now those same boys are enjoy­ ing the music and looking "There is much more to it than just music," she said. "We aren't just a class of singing, we are full of emo- mance. One such choir member is senior Josh Thompson, who never dreamed that he would be singing at school. "Only with the radio when I'm driving," he joked last week. "I love to sing along in the car, but always thought that choir was for way." Men’s Breakfast is Dec. 13 smile, "Some guys might think that their friends would make fun of them for being in choir. Shoot, I'm the all working very hard, and they have come a long am doing really well." He then added with a going to put choir on my with Christmas band concert. "It's been a lot of work," he admitted. "These kids are with the others, and now I cludes five young men. "We had 41, but two guys moved out of the district," forward to their‘first perfor­ months since Vanderhoef The next Vermontville United Methodist Men’s Breakfast will be Saturday, Dec. 13 from 7 to 10 a.m. This all-you-can-eat break­ fast will be held to support Maple Valley’s band, which will be performing at the Peach Bowl. Everyone is welcome. Thank You CARD OF THANKS We wish to express our deep­ est appreciation for the many acts of kindness, the beautiful floral arrangements and cards received from Clara’s family, friends and neighbors. We especially want to thank Stacey, Missy, Tina and Joyce for the tender care they provided. In addition, special thanks to Helping Hands, Thomapple Manor, Reverend Susan Trow­ bridge, and the ladies of the Peace United Methodist Church of Barryville. From the family of Clara M. Puffpaff VI CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI 517-852-2377 dY p Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children .HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - ~8 pm.; Tues. 9 am - 12 pnr, Fri. 9 am - 3pm; Every other Sat. 9 am - 12 AVFDA LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 1a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m, Worship Service ..:...... 11 a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship .............. 11- a.m. Evening Worship........................... 6 Wednesday Family Night Service 7 p. PASTOR MARC S. UVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............. 11a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH 301 Fuller St., Nashville Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ....... .11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ..6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship................... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Grdup • Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. . Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH (517) 852-1993 250 N. Main St., Vermontville NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Church Service ..' 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ..................... 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A.M. Worship 9:30 a.m. S.unday School .11 a.m. 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday School................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service................... 11:15a.m. P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Phone: (517) 852-9228 PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship ... A.fter School Special Wed 0 a.m. 1 a.m. 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School................. 9:45 a.m. Worship Service ................. 11a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of State and Washington streets Worship Service........... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School............ 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Praye .9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1920 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �Parents have been very supportive during the 1997 season. Diane Heyboer is holding the flag that she and husband, Jim put atop the corn leg at Citizens Elevator a few weeks ago to keep the boys pumped up for the finals. M.V. LIONS, continued from front page fe’ fcfunjl JjjV । si Ilff — fouikfe)! flnMWj HMM ERH'S wop ;], MCEOw MU11 btlktaaliEBi! i-* UUMIUHl^ 1 they were first old enough to play football as thirdgraders. Tony and Charlie Wawiernia have watched their son, Trevor, and his team­ mates grow from a "team that couldn't win a single game when they started, to what they are today. Tony was a coach to those boys as third-graders and now he and Charlie are along the sidelines each week keeping stats, and encouraging the boys. Trevor began as a team manager until he was old enough to play. "He went from wiping off the ball to carrying the ball," said his mother. "It's the good coaching when they were young," joked Tony when asked just how the Lions have gotten to where they are today. This couple has done much more than coaching. They are quite famous for their original yard decora­ tions throughout football season, (Their house on Main Street is always lit up to show their school spirit and they make Maple Valley football a family event. Youngest son Tim went to his first football game when only five days old, and daughter Brandy came home from college to support the team this past weekend. Charlie said that the group has always worked very hard to be a team, and are a close knit group. "They are a team in every sense of the word,' she said. "A remarkable group of young men." She added that the week between the semifinal vic­ tory at Portland and the ’Dome was a rough one. No one at the Wawiernia's house could get much sleep because of all the excite­ ment. Though this is the first trip to the Silverdome for Maple Valley, there have been some other years when they came "pretty close.” Close enough to get any­ body's blood rushing, ac­ cording to fan Terrance Au­ gustine, who said that he and his dad have dreamed of this for years. "Dad and I always go to the ’Dome for the finals even though our team was­ n't playing." He said that he told his dad when he was a sixth­ grader that in his senior year, it would be his class­ mates on the field and his dad just laughed. Now he is a senior, and last weekend he witnessed his classmates in the finals. "Dad said we would never make it, and boy was he wrong!” said Terrance. When asked how the team The whole community is plastered with Lion Mania! There are signs in several store fronts, Maple Valley flags on vehicles, and almost everyone in town is wearing a Maple Valley sweatshirt or tee-shirt of some sort to show their support of our Lions! had won every game this year, Terrance said that it's the “team playing” that has gotten them to the top. "No big heads here," he said. “They all play as a team.” He and Kyle Lackschiede are probably the teams to biggest supporters, accord­ ing to MV cheerleaders. The duo works together at every football game keeping the crowd stirred up. "We really get those fans into it,’ said Lackschiede, whose brother is on the team and started in the Union City game early in the season. As the season progressed, so did the enthusiasm of Continued next page— VFW Post 8260 - Nashville, MI. 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LIONS,from Page 3 this pair of teenagers. They both said that the game in Portland w probably the most fun, because they got all the "old folks" just screaming. "The cheerleaders really get the school section go­ ing, but sometimes the par­ ents and grandparents don't make too much noise,” said Lackschicde. "Last week we had all of them on their feet cheering!" Those cheerleaders that this duo helps out? They too believe that school spirit is much better this fall then ever before. "A great example of how school spirit should be," one of them said. "We think this is just the beginning." The girls have done much more than make up new cheers. They decorate the school buses for every game, have cooked the team dinners along the way, and this past weekend even made all of the guys pie. "They got a turkey dinner this weekend, and home­ made pies," the girls said. "Dutch apple, blueberry and even chocolate chip!' These girls, Seleena Car­ penter, Jamie Rasey, Kellie Davis, Rachael Pettengill, Jamie Root, Trish Sloan, Melanie Shance and Becki Conroy, said that this year’s success has also been a pos­ itive reflection on them. Nashville Chiropractic These guys look pretty excited, and they should. All took part in a once in a life time experience this past weekend, a trip to the dome for the state finals. Most Insurances Accepted Blue Cross Provider Auto Injury II New Patient Special Special II $4Qoo I I I Due day of service Exam, x-ray & Treatment Expires January 8th, 1998 I Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 852-2070 307 N. Main St. Nashville Fans are starting to take no­ tice of the importance of team spirit and a good cheer­ ing section during the games. One cheerleader said they appreciate the fans “for sup­ porting our team and for noticing that the cheerlead­ ers aren't just a bunch of girls out there flipping their hair and yelling. We all do a lot to support the guys!" Athletic Director Rick Arnette said that though there is a lot of support at school, he thinks it's the Cli/iistmas Special How does a .599 per gallon Firstfill Sound? What if we add 50 feet of We’ll add a copper pipe? FREE tank Set! aFREE safety check will also be completed. • Join our keep full program and we’ll even throw in 100 FREE gallons of gas! • We’ll even pay for the phone call! parents who have made the greatest impact on this year’s team. "Talk about true commu­ nity spirit," he said. Arnette said that the suc­ cess of the Maple Valley Lions had brought people together from all walks of life and the support has been overwhelming, from help in preparing for each game to monetary donations helping with travel expenses. He felt this season united Nashville and Vermontville. And coaches? Don Roscoe has volunteered his service as an assistant now for 11 years, and said that he too is impressed with the over­ whelming support from the community, especially area businesses. "Community spirit here is better than anywhere else in the state,' he said. "I appreciate all of the enthusiasm and support and all that area businesses have done to help our team." He added that things like the tuipiels on the field formed by fans at the end of each game really helped to cement that community spirit and support. The ’Dome, though a once in a lifetime experi­ ence, the pressure could be a bit overwhelming, but he felt that the Lions were ready. "The team is pretty ex­ cited,' he had said prior to the game. "And it will be a good match. They are han­ dling the pressure well." He also put in a good Maple Valley fans will talk about the 1997 football season for years to come. Community spirit here is better than anywhere else in the state. I appreciate all of the enthusiasm and support and all that area businesses have done to help our team. — Don Roscoe word for the members of Maple Valley's defensive line. "They are a wonderful group of guys," he said. "I've really enjoyed working with them this year." And players? Andy Patrick said that coaches, teachers and parents deserve the most credit for this year’s wins. "We have all practiced very hard to get where we are," he said. “The teachers have shown us tons of sup- port and the fans have been overwhelming," He added, "Saturday there were so many watching that I thought all ofNashville and Vermontville must be there!" His recollection of Satur­ day’s crowd was right on target. The joke was that there wasn't soul left around town and the last to leave Saturday afternoon before leaving for the ’Dome was to "turn out the lights." jkilHf' CELEBRATION From Page 16— through the door. She is one of 13 grandchildren for the couple, who said that they have been to the celebration for each of the grandkids. Little Hutch Joppie beamed when asked to intro­ duce his guest, Grandma Hutchinson. He claims that he is named after "Grandma Hutch." The Indian garb is now put back in boxes for an­ other year, and teachers said that next year's celebration will be every bit as good as this one was. «i fe' ittildi ‘ K'S ■kM BtaiO till kilt ik nd DBaH Md “'a®'! 52' •spwrmwno® Diana’s Place The Place to go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Diana Kuempel - Owner* 852-9481 & bl ’ § § No surprises, no gimmicks, nothing tricky, just the best deal of the year at the end of the year. Local Dial-Up Letyourfriends at Ferrellgas help you have a safe and happy holiday. lance Flat Rate ,Network, Inc. Internet Service Pnovider* 1480 West Green Street Hastings, Michigan (616) 945-5233 Ferrellgas 1-800-982-0252 Call Now! (888) MICH-56K & [Kflobotics Ise life lite.'.l C’loict in Inlnr'iat on Access- VVtz re now live with x2 Technology 56K modem speed from U.S. Robotics. ss h h �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. December 2, 1997 — Page 5 Memorial scholarship contributions set Martins to celebrate golden anniversary Donald and Esther Martin will celebrate their 50th anniversary with an open house buffet hosted by their children, Gail (Bruce) Hulbert, Lois (Wayne) Ham* mond and Bruce II (Lori) Martin, and their eight grandchildren, on Dec. 6 from 5 p.m. until ? at the Opera House in Vermontville. Family and friends are invited to come and share this special day. Donald and Esther were married Dec. 5, 1947 at the bride's home in Grand Ledge. No gifts, please. Holiday baskets to be provided to area needy tun ata of js defensive tetatiii a wonderful [jaWW k' It sad. joyedw oriang diis year, I _ tefatlii1 |ck said tel hriefj asandpaents wst credit for feiM is. pinite' all practiced iet where we ww* Theteacbm । tons ofsip feiK'J The Vermontville Woman’s Club again is coordinating efforts by community groups, businesses, churches and indi­ viduals in Vermontville Township to make holiday food and gift baskets avail­ able. Eligible individuals can contact the Family Indepen­ dence Agency in Charlotte to complete an application form, which will then be forwarded to the Holiday Basket Committee. Once again this year, the Vermontville Bible Church has volunteered use of its facility to sort food and gift items, pack the baskets and distribute them. All activities will take place the week of Dec. 15 with distribution on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Last year, more than 150 individuals of all ages were served. For more information, or to make a donation (non-perish­ able food, money or gift item) or volunteer, call one of the committee members: Eunice Benedict 726-1185, JoeAnn Nehmer 726-1019, Hildred Peabody 726-0574, Linda Ramey 726-0681, or Denise Wells 726-1234. Additional 197 Funders ($100 or more during calendar year) for the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Foundation are: Kalamo O.E.S. 399, the Hecker Agency. Sarah Ames Memorial, Margaret Heinze Memorial, Rosemary Housler Memorial, Clark W. Hill Sr., Clark (Bill) and Linda Hill, Roger W. Sackett. Thomas and Lizabeth Brott and the Maple Valley High Student Council. The Kalamo Eastern Star fund-raised $200 each for Bellevue’s and Maple Valley’s Scholarship Foundation. The “Kiss the Pig” fund-raiser net­ ted $900. Additional memorials for Marion Corey were received from Jim and JoAnn Zemke, Mr. and Mrs. K. Vanskike, Mary Blomquest, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Fox. Rosemary Housler and Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter. Sarah Ames Memorials were from the Duffey Family,. Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter, Joseph and LuAnn Stachnik, Robert and Florence Donley, Keith Seitz, Beatrice Rogers, Don Rogers, Harold and Dixie Arndt and family, George and Darlene Riddle and family. Ethel Dickinson, Margaret Bishop, Ed Black, Rod and Diane Hadley, and John and Phyllis Simpson. Margaret Heinze Memorials were from Arline Hokanson, Lyle and Mary Hokanson, Elbert and Dor­ othy Carpenter and Plant #5 B.O.C. Maplewood School staff donated in memory or Myrtle Fowler, as did Elmer and Junia Jarvie. Memorials for Rosemary Housler have been received from the Vermontville Class of 1939, Phyllis Kilpatrick and family, Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter and Amos Fox. The Maple Valley Education Association donat­ ed in memory of Gwendolyn Seeburger, Edna Smith and Ernest W. Smith. Memorials for Kenneth Pember were from Arline Hokanson, doug and Marabell Yarger, Kim and Denise Hansen and Alberta Rockafellar, who also donated in memory ofJune Pember. Jim and JoAnn Zemke donated in memory of Nelson Brumm; Harold and June Satterly in memory of Marjorie Lindburg; Elbert and Dorothy Carpenter in memory of Lucille Love: Vermontville Class of 1933 in memory of Robert Hall; Shirley and Bill Stanton in memory of Ed Summers; Thomas and Lizabeth Brott in honor of William and Jarene Fox’s wedding anniversary; Dor­ othy and Stanley Sheep in memory of Bea Pino; Roger W. Sackett in memory of Hale B. Sackett; Clark (Bill) and Linda Hill Sr. in memory of Vera Hill and Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Lowe in memory of Janice Joppie. Donations were also received from John H. Schuring and from the Hecker Agency. The Maple Valley High School Student Council underwrite the cost of place­ mats promoting the MVMSF, which have been used in area restaurants and at area meet­ ings or dinners. 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December 2, 1997 — Poge 6 My Fair Lady’ musical to be on stage this weekend "My Fair Lady" is com­ ing to the Maple Valley High School Auditorium this weekend. The production, which will be performed Thursday, Friday and Saturday, had to be postponed from its earlier scheduled dates because of the high school football team's drive to the Silverdome. The cast will feature Travis McIntire portraying Prof. Henry Higgins and Liz Stanton and Megann Patrick doubling up for the part of Eliza Doolittle. % % z i>{ % $ .*! . 0K JflU1 jas!® Yes, it s me cast trom My Fair Lady. Norma Jean Acker has been working day and night with this bunch to get ready for her last musical at Maple Valley High. ■■ Wonder what's been going on at the Maple Valley high school auditorium during dress rehearsals for "My My Fair Lady"? This production has been several weeks in the making is sure to be one of the best yet. 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Meanwhile Acker, music directors Bill Reynolds and Ryan Rosin, and choreographer, Vickie Diebold are putting the finishing touches on the set, and a cast including some familiar faces and new actors are busy with dress rehearsals. There will be other famil­ iar faces on stage for this production as well as some new ones. Cast members besides McIntire, Stanton and Patrick, will include Craig McDougal, Cory Pethick, Kristen Frith, Chris Dunham, Tim Rum­ sey, Carrie Balko, Julia Draper, Shilo Beals, Beth Sleeper,,, Niki Wilson, Dan Faure, Annie Wells, Gwen McDougal, Amanda Volz, Jessica Hummel, Amanda Finkler, Kimberly Knoll, J Jared Volz, Erin Carney, Annie Carney, Melissa Kirwin, Becky Wilson, Hayley Todd and Andy Patrick. "Be sure to put that week­ end on your calendar," said Acker. "We have’planned three evening shows and a Saturday matinee hoping rf(L'tb^yn°l uS talk!) ttealji •Wiki COMMERCIAL — ATTENTION INVESTOR -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. More land available. (CM601DB) ONE OF VERMONTVILLE’S ORIGINAL HOMES • Original woodwork, fireplace, etc. Newer kitchen and laundry room Deck and garage. $69,900. (RE117JS) ijte ata that everyone can enjoy this show." All seats for "My Fair Lady" will be $3 and tickets will be available at the door only. has been working with the cast, g each musical piece in this production. t Iwti Mslg �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 2, 1997 — Page 7 Obituaries Maple Valley-Ionia Community Ed Band concert set for Dec. 7 Clara M. Pufpaff___ LAKE ODESSA - Clara M. Pufpaff, age 105, of Lake Odessa and formerly of the Barryville area of Barry County, passed away Friday, November 21, 1997 at her daughter’s home in Lake Odessa. Mrs. Pufpaff was bom on June 28, 1892 in Crawford County, the daughter of J.J. & Carrie (McGuigan) Willits. Mrs. Pufpaffs father being a Pastor, she lived in several Michigan communities includMcgancommuntes ncuing Charlotte and Hickory Comers. She also attended schools there. She lived in the Barryville area ofBarry Coun­ ty for 90 years and the past 5 years in Lake Odessa. She was married to George Day on May 2, 1914 and he passed away February 6,1923. She married Glenn Pufpaff on June 6, 1951 and he passed away March 29, 1965. Mrs. Pufpaff was a homemaker. She was a member of the Baltimore Extension Class for 70 years, the Nashville Flower Club for many years and attended the Barryville Peace United Methodist Church. She especially enjoyed her family, friends and flowers. Mrs. Pufpaff was preceded in death by five brothers, one sister, two sons-in-law, a great granddaughter, her step son, Keith and his wife, Viola. She is survived by three in-law, Lucille Willits ofAlbu­ daughters, Evelyn Haley of querque, New Mexico and Lansing, Vivian Hawks of Frances Willits of Ionia. Nashville and Dora (Huron) Funeral services were held Healy of Lake Odessa; eight on Monday, November 24, grandchildren; sixteen great 1997 at Wren Funeral Home in grandchildren; eight great Hastings. Reverend Susan great grandchildren; one step Trowbridge officiated. Burial son, Karl (Agnes) Pufpaff of took place at the Barryville Nashville; six step grandchil- Cemetery. dren; two step great grandchilMemorial contributions dren; one sister, Helen (Paul) may be made to the charity of Kesler ofHastings; two sisters- one’s choice. Derek Duane Sadler OLIVET Derek Duane Paul and Linda Sadler of Sadler, age 19, of Olivet, Olivet; his mother, Sharon passed away Monday, Novem­ (Rodger Craft) Sadler ofChar­ ber 24, 1997 as a result of an lotte; a sister, Paula Sadler; automobile accident. grandparents, Bernice Colbath Derek was bom October 4, of Mason and Betty Sadler of 1978 in Lansing, the son of Ashley. Paul W. and Sharon C. Funeral services were held (Colbath) Sadler. on Friday, November 28,1997 He worked as a loader for at the Nashville Baptist Bill Knapp’s Warehouse in Church. Reverend Lester Battle Creek. DeGroot officiated. Derek attended Nashville Funeral arrangements were Baptist Church and went to made by Pray Funeral Home in Maple Valley Schools. Charlotte. He is survived by his father, The Maple Valley-Ionia Community Ed Band, under the direction of Charles Brill, has been busy rehearsing for the upcoming Christmas con­ certs in December. The two performances will be held on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 3 p.m. at the annual Maple Valley Christmas Band Concert at the high school, and on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. at Ionia Watts Auditorium. This concert is also an annual event, which includes the Ionia Community ed Choir. The Community Ed Band also will perform at the Ionia Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 5. at 6:30 p.m. They have many performances through­ out the year, including a trip to Mackinac Island in June to perform at the annual Lilac Festival. New members are most welcome to join the band. Practices are held four times a month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For more information on the Community Ed Band, call Kay Snowden at (517) 852­ 2111 or Marian Owen at (517) 852-0794. These Might Be The Nicest Cards You'll Get During The Holidays. Rollo Edward Fo wler---NASHVILLE Rollo Edward Fowler, age 84 of Nashville passed away Thurs­ day, November 27,1997 at his residence. Mr. Fowler was born September 29, 1913 in Grand Rapids, the son of George and Alice (Parmalee) Fowler. He was married to Myrtle Davan on February 4, 1935. They lived in Grand Rapids before moving to Nashville and then to the Gun Lake area. He then moved to Destin, Flor­ ida for several years, returning to Nashville due to ill health in 1992. Mr. Fowler worked for Michigan Bell Telephone Company for eleven years; Oldsmobile in Lansing for ten years and Chenoweth Machine Company in Hastings for twelve years. He served in the military during World War U being discharged December 28, 1945. Mr. Fowler was preceded in death by his wife, Myrtle; one son, Gerald; his parents; one brother, Donald and one sister, Natalie. Mr. Fowler is survived by one daughter, Shirley (Gene) Mater of Nashville; one son, Ronald (Phyllis) Fowler of Hastings; twelve grandchil­ dren and several great­ grandchildren. Cremation has taken pl ace at his request. Memorial services were held on Sunday, Novem­ ber 30, 1997 at the Nashville Baptist Church with Reverend Lester DeGroot officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Barry County Hospice or the Nash­ ville Baptist Church. The Maple Valley Community Ed Band playinq on Macinac Island, June 1997, for the Lilac Festival. Here's a little holiday cheer from Hastings City Bank. 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Ken's Standard Service Maple Valley Concrete Products, Inc. 109 S. Main St., Nashville 227 N. Main, Nashville 729 Durkee. Nashville 852-1830 852-1915 or 852-1916 852-9332 999 Reed St., Nashville 209 S. Main, Vermontville 852-1991 726-0589 725 S. Durkee, Nashville 852-1900 �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday. December 2, 1997 — Page 10 LIONS SECOND IN STATE, fromfront- The defense, led by Andy Patrick (6), Trent Harvey (73), Andy Heyboer (71) and Lucas Flory (50) give Eagle runningback Roger Dailey (24) no where to go. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Maple Valley's Jason Thompson (22) set two records Saturday with a 50-yard run and a 52-yard punt. (Photo by Perry Hardin) gain on a fourth and six that was set up by an 11-yard screen pass from quarterback Trevor Wawiernia to Patrick. A second drive, following Millis' touchdown, reached from Rich Smith, 2 tackles and 8 assists from Lucas Flory, 6 tackles and 2 assists from Thompson, 6 put on the defensive clamps, tackling Thompson for no yards on- first down, dragging Thompson down for a negative 3 yards on second down and 15 and pinning Patrick for a 1-yard tackles and 1 assist from Wawiernia, 4 stops and 3 assists from Gonser and 4 Continued next page— Quality Gazebos and Lawn Furniture 5185 N. Ionia Road Vermontville, MI • 517-726-0393 (1 Mile North of Vermontville) Pre*Christmas Special Prices Qazebos • Lawn Furniture • Lighthouses • Bird Houses • Bird Feeders ♦ Maple Valley's runners attempt to get out of the end zone as Oakridge comes with the heat. 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Main St Phone 852-1784 Nashville, Michigan Fax 852-0256 (Local call from Hastings) the five-yard-line thanks to a 47-yard strike from Wawiernia to VanAlstine that ended at the 11. But, a penalty that went on both teams took care of that M.V. scoring chance. Wawiernia attempted to hit VanAlstine in the end zone on a fourth and four play, but the referees called not only Oakridge for pass interference, but Maple Valley for holding. The extra play from the off­ setting miscues resulted with Patrick gaining 1 yard on the fourth down play. "Maybe we should have called some different plays when we drove deep," Mittelstaedt said. "All I can say is their defense played great and we played with a lot of heart. Our kids didn't quit." Thompson led the Lions with 142 yards on 21 carries, an effort that gave him a Barry Sanders-like average of 6.8. Wawiernia completed 2of-5 passes for 59 yards, including the 47-yard bomb to VanAlstine. Defensively, the Lions got 16 tackles and 3 assists from Patrick, 3 bonecrushers and 11 assists Lions' end Bryan Faurot (3) holds up the second place trophy that his team earned with a 12-1 record that included a 9-0 regular season mark and an SMAA championship. (Photo by Perry Hardin) Cobb W Mhf & Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair ' Richard Cobb • David Cobb &$ 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd, Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-i74ff �The Maple Valley News, Nwhvill., Tuesday, December 2, 19f7 — Page 11 Fans and cheerleaders roared their Lions loudly at the Silverdome during Saturday's gridiron championship. (Photo by Perry Hardin) From previous page— tackles and 3 assists from Trent Harvey. Smith and Gonser both were credited with a half sack, while VanAlstine picked off an Oakridge pass. "All day, Maple Valley's defense was really tough," Oakridge Coach Jack Schugars said. "I had a feeling that they would give us problems. They did a nice job on Tim (receiver Tim Messer) and Seth (quarterback Set Adkins) and took us out of our game plan a little bit." The Eagles came into the finale with big passing statistics, but completed just 2-of-7 passes for 31 yards. Oakridge's commitment to keep it on the ground, did not surprise Patrick or the other Lions defenders. "We didn't expect them to throw more than they did," Patrick said. "We played our hearts out and came out six points short.” Dome Notes: Maple Valley's first appearance in a State football final, included plenty of record-setting performances. Not only was Thompson's 50-yard jaunt in the first quarter a record, but so was his 52-yard punt in the second half. Oakridge's runners set a CC mark with 49 carries that netted only 188. And the battle between the Lions and the Eagles also resulted in some records gained mostly by the defensive troops. The CC contest was the first shutout, drew the fewest points by the winning team and losing team combined. Not quite a record, but real close. Saturday's second session that featured Maple Valley in CC and Marshall in BB drew 19,352 prep football fans. As far as the officiating was concerned, a few calls may have been questionable, but Mittelstaedt thought the crew did a commendable job. "They were very polite and probably did a betterjob than I would have done," Mittelstaedt said. M.V. Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt accepts the second place trophy after coming so close to being No. 1. (Photo by Perry Hardin) THE TREASURE COVE 6TH THORNAPPLE LAKE ROAD NASHVILLE MICH 49073 IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN MORGAN MI, NEXT TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS 517-852-9152 EAGLES INDIANS WINDCHIMES ANGLES JEWELRY AND MANY. 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Tuesday, December 2, 1997 — Page 12 Olivet man killed when semi strikes car A 19-year-old Olivet man died Monday when the vehi­ cle he was riding in was struck by a northbound semi truck on M-66 and Durkee Road in Nashville at about noon, according to prelimi­ nary reports. Derek Duane Sadler, 19, was a front seat passenger in a car driven by Mason Trowbridge, 18, of Ver­ montville when the car ap­ parently crossed the center line and entered the path ofa Ryder semi truck driven by Jeffry Sherman of Perrys­ burg, Ohio. Police believe Trowbridge was distracted when he re­ portedly failed to yield to the northbound traffic, how­ ever, no citations have been issued. The The Ryder Ryder truck truck struck struck the front passenger side of the car where Sadler was sit­ ting, said Dennis Lajack of the Nashville Police De­ partment Wednesday. Sadler was extricated from the wreckage by the Nashville Fire Department before being airlifted to But­ terworth Hospital in Grand Rapids where he was prounced dead later on Mon­ day afternoon, Lajack said. Trowbridge was examined at Pennock Hospital and discharged. Back seat passenger Jarrod Cousins, 18 of Nashville was taken to Hayes Green Beach Hospital in Charlotte where he was admitted and released Tuesday. None of the victims were Calendar of Events The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Dec. 3 Telfarm Tax Estimator, Extension Office. Hastings. Dec.5-7 Peer Plus, Group Dynamite and YEA Workshop, Kettunen Center, Tustin. Dec. 6 New Volunteer Orientation. Extension Office, Hastings, 9:00 a.m. Dec. 9-10 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. Dec. 15 Master Gardener Registration due to Extension Office. Dec. 16-17 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. wearing seat belts, said La­ jack. Sadler was a native of Lansing, the son of Paul W. and Sharon C. (Colbath) Sadler. He worked as a loader for Bill Knapp's Warehouse in Battle Creek and attended Nashville Bap­ tist Church and Maple Val­ ley Schools. He is survived by his par­ ents, Paul and Linda Sadler of Olivet, mother, Sharon (Rodger Craft) Sadler of Charlotte, his sister, Paula Sadler and grandparents, Ber­ nice Colbath of Mason and Betty Sadler ofAshley. The funeral will be Friday at Nashville Baptist Church with the Rev. Lester DeG­ root officiating. Visitation is set for Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Only one race looms in Nashville election The petition filing deadline has come and gone, and it looks as though there will be only one race for a council seat in Nashville March 9. That deadline was Tuesday, and Councilman Dennis Mapes, who had been elected to a two-year term last March, now is the only Nashville resident with his name in the hat for village president this next term. President Gary White has not yet filed, but is expected to do so as an independent. That deadline is Friday, Dec. 4. According to Village Clerk Kathy Lentz, there were no newcomers filing petitions, and all other current council members whose terms were ending in March filed. Ginger Greenman, the newest member to the council, filed for a one-year term which will being in March after the election. She was appointed to fill a seat vacated by Steve May earlier this fall. Other contenders include incumbents Chris Pash, Mike Kenyon and Carroll Wolff, each filing for one of three two-year seats and running without opposition. Lentz and current Treasurer Lois Elliston have also filed, both unopposed. Obituaries Charles Edward ( Chuckle) Hadley, III Experienced Buffers Immediate Hire Opportunity The Buffing department ofAmerican Bumper & Mfg. Co. has immediate openings for applicants with a minimum 3 month Buffing experience. Qualifications include: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime • Ability to Consistently Lift 65 lbs. • Availability to Work any of3 Shifts $9.60 per hour plus shift premium (Huffing Department starts at top payrate) Applications available in the Security Office 6 days per week, 24 hours per day. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. 14 N. Beardsley Road, Ionia, MI 48846 EOE CHARLOTTE Charles Edward Hadley, III (Chuckie), age 20, of Charlotte, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 1997. Charles was born November 16, 1977 in Charlotte, loving son of Charles E. Hadley II & Wendy Marie Feldpausch. He was a 1996 graduate of Charlotte High School and was awarded an S.A.T. Scholarship and was a member of First Lutheran Church of Charlotte. Charles is survived by his parents, Charles E. Hadley II and Tiua of Hohenwald, Tennesse, mother, Wendy Feldpausch (Larry Pingle) of Charlotte; special friend, Amanda Whitson; four Career Advancement Opportunities GENERAL LABORER POSITIONS • Assembly • Press Operations • Welding Experience Preferred - But Not Required $8.00/hr. Progressing to $9.20/hr. Plus Shift Premium & Quality Incentive Raises Qualifying Applicants Must Possess: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime ■ Company Paid Insurance: Medical, Dental, Optical, Life & Disability ■ 401 (k) ■ 10 Paid Holidays ■ Educational Reimbursement Program ■ Apprenticeship Programs ■ Promotions from Within Must Provide Picture ID at Time of Interview Security Office • 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml Monday thru Saturday ONLY • 24 hours each day E.O.E. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. brothers, Jeremiah Hadley, Ty Hadley, Matt Feldpausch, Ryan Feldpausch; one sister, Tia Hadley; grandparents, Clare & Joyce Wilmore, Char­ les E. & Beverly J. Hadley, Millie Palacios; great grand­ mother, Anne Wright. Funeral services were held Monday, December 1, 1997 at Pray Funeral' Home, Reverend John Bookshaw officiated. Interment took place at Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. Memorial contributions may be made to First Lutheran Church of Charlotte. Enve­ lopes are available at the funer­ al home. Cookie Walk, pie and candy sale planned The Eaton Association for Family and Community Education (FCE) is offering a Cookie Walk, Pie, and Candy Sale to the public Thursday, Dec. 4. Homemade goodies can be picked up from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the public meetings room at the Eaton County Office Building, 551 Court­ house Drive, Charlotte. Each person will pick up a container and then walk around the room and select cookies to fill the container. The cookies will be weighed and charged at $3.50 a pound. ‘This is cheaper than bak­ ing them yourselfand you end up with a variety,” explains Betty Cook, president ofFCE. “Be sure to stop in on your lunch hour and take advantage of this sale.” Local student has project at MSU design conference Richard A.Hyvarinen. son of Phyllis Hyvarinen of Sunfield and Robert Hyvarinen of Vermontville, will present a project at the 21st Conference of Senior Engineering Design Projects at Western Michigan Univer­ sity, Tuesday, Dec. 9. An automatic home car wash, a new in-line skating brake for beginners, an elec­ tronic talking compass, and a dual flow irrigation pump for surgical instruments are among the projects that will be presented at the confer­ ence, which runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is open to the public free of charge. The conference will be held at the Bernhard Center on the WMU Campus. It is spon­ sored by WMU’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences. 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Ad#.8247 FILL MY EMPTY HEART Single white female, 34, 5’2”, brown hair, brown eyes, enjoys plays, movies, dining out, shopping, seeks single white male, 38­ 49, with a beard, medium-built, for friendship. Ad#.8302 DO YOU FIT THE BILL? Single white mom, 21, 5’7", 130lbs., brown hair, gorgeous green eyes, smoker, lives in Battie Creek, enjoys bowling, shooting pool, seeks single white male, 22-30, over 5*7”, with similar interests. Ad#. 1195 ADVENTURESOMEI Outgoing SWF, 25, 5’6”, smoker, loves ani­ mals, camping, fishing, radng, music, seeks SWM, 2/-37, with mutual interests. Ad#.2525 NEED I SAY MORE? Single white Christian female, 58, 5*4”, 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, from Battle | Creek, enjoys motorcyding, line dandno, swimming, seeks spontaneous, funny single white Christian male, 50-60. Ad#.5817 TREAT ME RIGHT SWF, 18,5*8”, 124lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, non-drinker, seeks shy, personable SM, 18­ 21, who doesn’t talk tod much. Ad#.5352 YOUNG GRANDMOTHER Spontaneous single white female, 47, 5*3”, medium build, smoker, from Battle Creek, loves her family, camping, dining out, going for drives, seeks personable single white male, 46-55, no games. Ad#.1317 YOU + ME - USI Friendly SW mom, 25, 5’5", N/S, interests include camping, fishing, walks on the beach, and reading, seeks SWM, 21-35, for friendship and possible relationship. Ad#.9765 CINDERELLA’S BALL Friendly SWF, 26, 5*, slender, blonde hair, blue eyes, smoker, occasional drinker, enjoys singing, country music, dancing seeks medium-built SM, 24-36, for a quality relationship. Ad#. 1105 COULD BE YOURS Kind-hearted SWF, 48, 5’4”, 1871bs., N/S, sodal drinker, loving, enjoys quiet evening, bowling, camping, movies, cooking, seeks a S gentieman, 45-58, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.3225 NOT TOO FAST Friendly single white mom, 32, 5'10", light brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys sports events and children, seeking tall, single white male, 25-35. Ad#.1233 BEAUTIFUL BRUNETTE UNIQUE WOMAN GIVE ME A CALL SWM, 33, 5*10”, N/S, lives in Bloomingdale, enjoys dining out, watching sports, the mall, seeks slender SWF, 25-36, with similar inter­ ests. Ad#2345 SWM, 40, 6', N/S. from South Haven, enjoys walks on the beach, movies, watching sun­ sets, seeks caring, loving SWF, under 45 Ad#.3836 Affectionate, kind-hearted WWWF, 58, 5’2", medium build, dark hair, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys gardening, hiking, fishing and more, seeks SWM, 60+. Ad#. 1663 I Single white mom, 43,5*4”, brown hair/eyes, I hobbies indude sports, shopping, movies, dining out, home life, seeks single black male, 40-60. Ad#.1006 IDEAL DATE Kind-hearted SWM, 30,5*7”, brown hair/eyes, N/S, non-drinker, hobbies are rollerblading, mountain biking, romantic and action movies, sporting events, looking for SWF, under 32, N/S. Ad#.576O BLUE-COLLAR GUY Single white female, 46, 5*5”, brown hair, blue eyes, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys dining out, dandng and movies, seeks cud­ dly, employed single whi white male, 35-53, over 5*11”, 190lbs. preferred. Ad#.1266 LOOK TOWARDS THE FUTURE ATTENTION LADIES Shy, reserved, educated single white male, 45, 5*11”, medium build, brown hair/eyes, non­ smoker, seeks slender single white female, under 46, for friendship, possible relationship. Ad#.5236 Sociable single white male, 36,5*10”, smoker, likes movies, walkin ing in the snow, staying home, seeks single white female, 26-40, with­ out kids, for a serious relationship. Ad#.1331 THE PERFECT CHEMISTRY Divorced white female, 33, 5*7*, full-figured, from Battle Creek, interests include movies, bowling, shooting pool, seeks fun-loving single male, 30-50. Ad#.5684 ANY CHEMISTRY? Amicable single white mom, 28, 5’6”, blonde hair, brown eyes, from Battiecreek, interested in rollerblading, dining out, movies, time with son, seeks single ingle white male, 28-32, non­ smoker. Ad#. 1968 968 ROMANTIC MOMENTS BE MY TEDDY BEAR FIT AND TRIM CUTE & PETITE PICTURE THIS Full-figured SW mom of one, 19,5*4”, blonde hair, blue eyes, N/S, non-drinker, likes movies, photography, seeks mature, honest SM, 18­ 35, ready to settle down. Ad#.7129 GIVE ME A CALLI SWF, 20, 5*5”, N/S, non-drinker, lives in Hartford, employed, enjoys dubs, music and sodalizing, seeks SWM, 20-24. Ad#.1277 AN EXTROVERT Professional DW mom, 40, 5’4", N/S, honest, adventurous, humorous, lives in Caladonia, student, likes to laugh, enjoys travel, seeks personable SWM, 37-45, with integrity. Ad#.1287 HIGH ON LIFE Full-figured single white female, 42, 5’1”, smoker, non-drinker, gregarious, likes shop­ ping, needlepoint, looking for companionship with outgoing, hardworking single white male, 38-45. Ad#.1112 COWBOY WANTED Outgoing single white female, 25, 5'3”, medi­ um build, blonde hair, blue eyes, smoker, enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, romantic evenings, seeking single white male, 23-29. Ad#.4354 LET’S HAVE FUN SWF, 28, 5*2”, slender, blonde hair, smoker, employed, seeking medium-built SWM, age unimportant. Ad#. 1969 SINCERITY REQUIRED Single white female, 49, 5*9”, medium build, sandy brown hair, smoker, sodal drinker, enjoys family gatherings, animals, camping, cooking, ng, walks, dining out, seeks single white male, 40-60. Ad#.1948 LIFE’S TOO SHORT SW mom, 40, 5’11", 165lbs., blue-eyed blonde, smoker, into all kinds of sports, run­ ning, relaxing, seeks SWM, 35+, who enjoys kids and snaring quality time together. Ad#.4141 GET TO KNOW ME Shy single white mom, 40, 5'6”, auburn hair, green eyes, jndependent, from Augusta, enjoys long drives, country music, camping, looking for affectionate single white male, 38­ 45, non-smoker. Ad#.2476 NEW IN TOWN Slender single white female, 35, 5*2”, blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, enjoys football, seeking single ingle whit white male, 40-47, for friend­ ship first. Ad#.3106 LOVE TO SPOIL YOU Ha Happy SW mom of one, 37, 5’6", mediumbuilt, N/S, lives in Bangor, likes music, walking, sunsets, seeks mature, honest SWM, 36-52, for lifetime relationship. Ad#.2286 COMPANIONS FOR LIFE? Personable SWF, 59, 5'2", 140lbs., dark hair, blue eyes, lives in Kalamazoo, enjoys walks, bicycling, dining out, dancing, seeks N/S, medium-built SwM, under 69. Ad#.3661 . SOMEONE SPECIAL FOR ME Single white female, 42, 5*4", medium build, non-smoker, enjoys dining out, volleyball, bicycling, hiking, camping, seeking single white male, 42+, with similar interests. Ad#.5255 A REAL SWEETHEART Fun-loving SWF, 53, 5*2”, medium build, N/S, non-drinker, interests include stockcar racing, fishing, camping, music, short trips, seeks honest, sincere SWM, 45-55, for long-term relationship. Ad#. 2109 OLD-FASHIONED Single white female, 40, 5*2”, full-figured, brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys quiet evenings at home, cooking, the outdoors, cuddling, seeks single white male, 40-55. Ad#. 1357 ENJOY LIFE Cheerful single white female, 52,5*2”, medium build, interests include music, bicycling, church work, camping, long talks, seeks single white male, 55, non-smoker. Ad#.1212 A CAREER WOMAN Cheerful single white mom, 38, 5*5", medium build, enjoys family times, country music, dandng, seeks kind, honest, sincere single white male, 33-48. Ad#. 1096 PRINCE CHARMING WANTED CONTACT MEI Slender single Hispanic female, 32,5*1”, non­ smoker, enjoys cooking, rollerblading, sports, biking, resides in Battie Creek, seeking slim single Christian male, 24-40. Ad#. 1264 Energetic, outgoing single white female, 25, 5*2”, smoker, lives in Kalamazoo, enjoys the outdoors, movies, quiet times, seeks underunder­ standing, open-min ded single white male, 2530. Ad#.7312 Bashful, reserved SW mom, 21, 5*5", medium build, interests are movies, dining out, quiet times, seeks friendly SWM, 21-30, N/S, non­ drinker. Ad#.1123 TIME NEVER STOPS SERIOUS ONLY YOUNG AT HEART Personable single white female, 72,5*3”, slim, non-smoker, from the Hastings area, enjoys dandng, fishing, camping and traveling, seek­ ing honest, loving single ngle white male, 65-72, for friendship first Ad#.l965 .l965 Outgoing, friendly, attractive SWF, 62, 5’4”, enjoys flea markets, traveling, country living, seeking SWM, 60-71, for companionship. Ad#.6697 INTO PHOTOGRAPHY? Single white female, 45, 5*4", from Battle Creek, enjoys nature*, quiet times, seeks friendly single white male, 45-51, for compan­ ionship. Ad#.4736 SW mom, 41, 5*7", brown hair, glasses, N/S, enjoys time with her daughter, bowling, danc­ ing, seeks truthful, comminicative SWM, 3847, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.11O4 TAKE IT SLOW Attractive, intelligent single white female, 34, 5*4”, red hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, from Battiecreek, enjoys running, skiing, the outdoors, wants to meet a professional single male. Ad#.1729 CAN YOU UNDERSTAND? Active SWF, 20, medium build, likes bowling, roller-skating, shopping, movies, seeks hon­ est, sincere,, fun-loving SBM, 22-28, N/S, nonnon­ drinker, for friendship first Ad#.4117 AMBITIOUS Energetic, down-to-earth SW mom, 34, 5*2”, I25lbs., self-employed, smoker, non-drinker, seeks SW dad, 36-45, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.3434 HEART OF GOLD COULD BE IDEAL Warm-hearted green-eyed SWF, 29, 5*4”, brown hair, smoker, lives in Freeport, interests are dandng, andng, movies, the outdoors, seeks SWM, 25-40, no children please. Ad#.1586 ANY CHEMISTRY? Attractive, polite SF, 18, 5'1”, 90lbs., dark brown hair/eyes, vegetarian, N/S, enjoys swimming, soccer and more, seeks attractive, athletic, real SWM, 18-22, N/S. Ad#.5355 GET IN TOUCH Single white female, 34, 5'6", brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys horseshoes, camping, fish­ ing, races, sunsets, seeks sincere, emotional­ ly and financially stable single male. Ad#.9797 SWF, 18, 5*2”, 120lbs.,.from Hastings, outgo­ ing and friendly, smoker, enjoys going out, the outdoors, seeking SWM, for friendship. Ad#.1478 • . Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 KEEP IN TOUCH $1.99 per minute SWF, 32, 5*, outgoing and friendly, employed, enjoys ice skating, roller-skating, walks in the woods, movies, seeking SWM, 29+, who likes children. Ad#.2424 ATTENTION LADIES... NEW IN TOWN SINCERELY Friendly single white female, 43,5’4", medium build, non-smoker, enjoys bowling, going for walks, seeking single white male, under 46. Ad#.4858 LIVE FOR TODAY SW mom, 20, 5*5", medium build, N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enj enjoys movies and dance dubs, seeking SWM, 20-26, physique unimportant, for possible relationship. Ad#.4198 Multi-faceted SWM, 25, 5*7", 140lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, employed student, enjoys weightlifting, attending church, cooking, chess and much more, seeks open, honest, slender SF, 19-35. Ad#.1224 ONE OF A KIND Independent, accepting, loyal, open-minded SWM, 28, 5*7", reddish-brown hair, green eyes, employed, interests are movies, art, music, reading, antiques and cars, seeking compatible, slender SF, 18-38. Ad#.1896 NICE HOME IS IMPORTANT GET TO KNOW ME DINNER DATE? Hardworking SW mom of two, 35, 5*9", brown-eyed blonde, slender, smoker, ambitious, outgoing, likes hiking, writing, skating, seeks tall, slim SWM, 30-45, with kids great. Ad#.5225 SBCF, 48, 5’6”, full-figured, N/S, occasional drinker, hobbies include sewing, reading, walks on the beach, traveling, seeking meoium-built SM, 47-58, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.4987 Single white male, 38, enjoys dining out, going to the movies, spending time with family and friends, looking for an attractive, kind-hearted single white female, 19-50. Ad#.7864 FRESH STARTS WE ALL NEED LOVE Single white mom, 39, 5’4", 138lbs., brown hair/eyes, smoker, non-drinker, interests include camping, dining out, gardening, dandng, seeking medium-built single white male, 42-48. Ad#.1269 Joyful, jolly single white mom, 37, 5*1", blue­ eyed blonde, enjoys reading, camping, conversation, looking for trustworthy, monogamous single white male, 34-42, non-smoker. Ad#.4726 Divorced white dad, 41, 6*. 175lbs., auburn hair, blue eyes, smoker, seeking slender single white female, 25-50, for companionship. Ad#.4882 LOVE IS ON THE WAY A BRIGHTER SIDE Honest, sincere SW mom, 30, 5’5”, medium build, N/S, occasional drinker, enjoys dining out, walking on the beach, dandng, bowling, seeks medium-built SW dad, 31-38. Ad#.4646 SW mom, 30,5’8”, employed, N/S, likes camp­ ing, fishing, the outdoors, looking to meet spontaneous, fun-loving, open-minded SWM, 28-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.4564 IT’S TIME TO GET A LIFE! Widowed white female, 48,5'8”, medium build, non-smoker, lives In Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, bowling, the outdoors, seeks single white male, 43-50, kids okay, for friends first. Ad#.1133 Single white mom, 40, 5’7", 135lbs., blonde hair, hazel eyes, non-smoker, enjoys camping, swimming, quiet evelnings, seeking single white male, 38-50. Ad#.2457 w per minute will be charged to °ur monthly telephone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a touchtone Baptist single white female, 39, 5*1”, 115lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, non-smoker, non­ drinker, enjoys fishing, camping, seeking out­ going single white male, 40-45, kids okay. Ad#.1397 Single black female, 29, 5'8”, attractive, non­ smoker,, likes trips p to Chicago, g, seeks secure, e, professional single white male, 25-32. Ad#.1225 Optimistic SWF, 71, 5*6", N/S, non-drinker, lives near Bangor, employed, enjoys walking, yard work, attends church regularly, seeks I SWM, 60-75, to share life with. Ad#.2731 I I I I I SWEETNESS Single white mother of two..,, 49,5’2", likes traveling, dining out, the theater, casinos, quiet evenings and good conversation, seeks friendly, open-minded single white male, who likes children. Ad#.3948 DW mom, 33,5*4”, 118lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys home life, music, dancing, movies, hockey games, hayrides, cuddling, seeks caring, honest, fit S/DWM, who must love kids. Ad#. 1788 Single white female, 58, 4’11", 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacous, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dandng, movies, flea markets and romantic, evenings, seeking compasdonate single male, 50-60. Ad#. 1/3 35 I I I I FRIENDS FIRST SW mom, 24, 5'2", smoker, lives in Bangor, employed,,, enjoys time with her son, beach walks, horseback riding, seeks SWM, 21-30, to spend time with. Ad#.3315 to area singles describe heimselves or to respond to ads. Call CRY FOR LOVE UNIQUE OLD-FASHIONED VALUES? Single white male, 49, 6*. fit, blue eyes, hon­ est, enjoys long drives, cooking, pool, renting movies, poetry, oldies music, seeking compas­ sionate, romantic, employed single white female, 40-49. Ad#.3844 FUN TO BE WITH Slim divorced white male, 44,6’4", non-smok­ er, likes new adventures, the great outdoors, travel and rock music, seeks an attractive sin­ gle white female, 27-39, for a possible rela­ tionship. Ad#.9O93 FRIENDS FIRST... YOUR SEARCH IS OVER Heavyset single white male, 28,6'2”, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys sports, dancing, going out with friends, quiet times at home, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#.515O Active SW dad, 43,5*8”, smoker, light drinker, enjoys outdoor activities, hunting, crafts, bowli ing, rock and roll music, wants to meet a slender SWF, 36-44. Ad#.3456 CALL ME SOUND APPEALING? Slim SWM, 42, 6*. N/S, enjoys biking, dining out, working out, seeking slender SWF, 25-35, for friendship first Ad#.557O Single white male, 25, 5’5”, 165lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, ey from Battiecreek, hobbies are fishing, bowliling, swimming, wants to meet a fun-loving single white female, 19-26, who likes outdoor activities. Ad#.9O46 GREAT MANNER Personable SWM, 41, 5*9”, 155lbs., smoker, self-employed, enjoys stock car racing and dining out, seeking kind, considerate SWF. 32­ 47, children okay. Ad#.4111 COULD IT BE? SWM, 52,5'6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, smok­ er, enjoys camping, movies and quiet evenings at home, seeking SWF, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.6944 SHY AT FIRST SWM, 29, 5*11”, medium-build, auburn hair, brown eyes, enjoys country music, camping, swimming, horseback riding, seeking SWF, under 32. Ad#.6080 DINNER AND DANCING? Single white male, 32, 6*2”, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys all sports, shooting pool, fishing, movies, seeks slender single white female, 28-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.2166 DIAL MY NUMBER SWM, 37, 5’11", shy, smoker, enjoys fishing, bowling, playing baseball, seeking SF, under 40, for special times. Ad#. 1923 SIMILAR INTERESTS? Shy single white male, 36,5*5”, medium-build, brown hair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys camping and travel, seeks single white female, 32-38, non-smoker, for a long-term relationship. Ad#. 1536 YOU WON’T REGRET ITI Attractive single black male, 23, 5'10”, slim, non-smoker, from the Detroit area, enjoys movies, playing pool, going to dubs, seeking a single white female, under 28. Ad#.7535 A FRESH START Divorced white male, 46, 5*7”, non-smoker, sodal drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping in cabins, cooking, skiing, seeks slender single white female, under 49. Ad#.1255 VERY BUSY MAN Divorced white male, 36, 6*1”, medium-build, smoker, likes cookouts, camping, garage sales a and the races, seeks single white female, 2646, for companionship. Ad#. 1465 OUT FOR COFFEE Retired, honest and compassionate SWM, 43, 5'11”, 159lbs., enjoys card playing, fishing, bowling and children, seeking compatible, relationship-minded S/DWF, 33-53. who enjoys good conversation. Ad#.3343 PURE MOTIVES Kind-hearted single white male, 45, 6*2”, 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys music, campfires, good conversations, seeks slender single white female, 30-42. Ad#.1O16 SINCERELY YOURS Humorous SWM, 33,5*8”, slim, smoker, social drinker, employed, from Hastings, enjoys music, camping, walks, singing, hoping to meet kind-hearted, nd-hearted, easygoing easygoing SWF, SWF under 37. Ad#.1221 INSPIRED? Athletic single white male, 42, 5*9”, 155lbs., non-smoker, non-drinker, employed, hobbies include hiking, camping, the beach, gardening, dining out, seeks slender single female, 18+, Ad#.5517 SWM, 51,5'11”, N/S, lives in Hastings, enjoys golf, country line dancing, flea markets, travel, seeks SWF, 40-51, with similar interests. Ad#.12O5 TRUST IN ME LOOK MY WAY Hardworking SW dad of two, 21, 5*4”, N/S, seeks SWF, under 25, single moms welcome, for possible relationship. Ad#.7576 NO HEAD GAMES Even-tempered SWM, 47,5'8", heavyset, N/S, light drinker, employed, likes comedy, history, reading, seeks special SF, age unimportant, who enjoys travelling and shopping. Ad#.5857 COUNTRY DRIVES... Single white male, 37, 5*8”, 160lbs., from Battie Creek, enjoys the outdoors, music, rac­ ing, camping, traveling, seeks single white female, 32-42. Ad#.3624 HARD WORKER Single white male, 25, 6*3”, 290lbs., brown hair/eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys dining out, seeks fun-loving, trustworthy single female, 18-30. Ad#.9468 ADVENTUROUS Attractive single black male, 23, 5*9”, 155lbs., non-smoker, lives in Saginaw, likes dubbing, bowling, movies, shooting pool, seeks fun-lov­ ing single white female, under 25, with similar interests. Ad#. 1414 NEW GUY IN TOWN VERY APPEALING IS IT YOU? Single white dad, 38, 5*9”, 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 LEAVE A MESSAGE SWM, 18. 5’2”, smoker, lives in Hastings, employed, seeks slender SWF, 18-21, who likes going out and having a good time. Ad#.2379 LOOK AT THIS Romantic, affectionate SWM, 27,5'6”, living in the South Haven area, loves to travel, in search of compassionate, fun-loving SWF, 25­ 35. Ad#.2OO1 QUIET NATURE Conservative, shy single white male, 27, 5*7”, enjoys sports and music, looking for single white female, 18-32, for friendship first, lead­ ing to relationship. Ad#.6969 NO HEAD GAMES SBM, 48, 5’4", smoker, lives In Covert, enjoys music, plays the piano and organ, fishing, hunting, the outdoors, seeks SBR 40-47, who is easy to talk to. Ad#.8044 LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? Slim single white male, 22, 6’2”, blue-eyed blond, smoker, enjoys dandng, playing sports, seeks gorgeous single white female, 20-35. Ad#.9111 CELEBRATE LIFE WITH ME Retired single white male, 58, 5*10”, medium build, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, likes cards, gardening, animals, the water, quiet evenings at home, hoping to meet single white female, 45-58. 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Students listened to what they described as "motiva­ tional and inspirational" speakers, and loured the John Deere factory among other things. They also took part in several seminars and workshops and attended the National FFA Agricultural Career Show, which featured representatives from more than 300 professional and educational organizations. When asked to describe what the students learned, Cornell said "They walked away with a new outlook on what they can accomplish, and feeling good about themselves." Cornell wasn't the only adult tagging along on the trip. Superintendent Clark Volz and chaperone Joe Briggs were both guests of the group. When asked about the trip, Briggs com­ mented, "What a wonderful group ofyoung people." 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Barry County Commission on Aging menu, events planned Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! 0 0 0 0 through agriculture, educa­ tion, local, state and na­ tional activities and award programs, and to provide opportunities for classroom instruction. Maple Valley is among 7,200 local chapters located throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and the Virgin Islands. Part of State’s best... Maple Valley football standouts Trent Harvey, on left, and Andy Patrick were both named honorable mention All-State in Class CC. Harvey, a senior tackle, had 98 tackles and a fumble recovery in the Lions' championship campaign. Patrick, a junior runningback/linebacker, led the team with 182 tackles, five fumble recoveries and gained 1,021 with 70 points. (Photo by Perry Hardin) a CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS cookie, lowfat milk. Events Wednesday, Dec. 3 — Hastings, crafts; Nashville, social day; Delton, puzzle day; Woodland, puzzle day. Thursday, Dec. 4 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. 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HU ~ Call 945-9554 ~ or stop by at... 1952 N. Broadway (M-43) �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 2, 1997 — Page 15 NASHVILLE Ladies' Shopping Night 9 Tuesday, Dec. 9*5pm-9pm U j Men's Shopping Night9 Thursday, Dec. 119 5pm-9 pm 10% Off All Purchases from the Hunting & Fishing Department • Crocks, Pottery, Bowls & Bakeware are also: • Maple Syrup Gift Packs H/e Can Ship UPS 20% Off ) 1"1Mx1I ashville *f SPORTING ft HARDWARE GOODS INC. // ANY 50% Off • Ladies’ Night: Tues., Dec. 9, 5-9 pm • Men’s Night: Thurs., Dec. 11, 5-9 pm ♦Take-out and delivery excluded. Celebrate the holidays with a Teleflora gift. Teleflora's Holiday Keepsake Bouquets From golden elegance to the fun of Mickey & Minnie, Teleflora's unique collection of holiday keepsake bouquets make perfect gifts. Filled with fresh flowers, these lovely keepsakes will light up any Teleflora's special occasion. 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Sport stuff Silk Screening 10% Off Hand and Power Tools (No lumber sale from 5-9) HOMETOWN a LUMBER YARD 10% Off Take Your Purchases • Western, Work, Winter Boots • Jackets & Hats • Jeans & Shirts • Outback Coats • Dri Rider Outerwear FREE Bandana...with any purchase! FREE GIFT WRAPPING - Gift Certificates and Layaway Available - Southern Shoe & Boot Co. Ladies’ Night & Men’s Night: FREE Drinks — With Meal — FREE Mouse Pod. with any purchase 1O% Off All Software__ Web TV...$99.OO After Rebate Dinner Bell Gift Certificates Available M.V. Computer Center I•• I• • 9 9 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 2, 1997 — Page 16 Fuller St. School holds annual Thanksgiving celebration Thanksgiving came a day early at Fuller Elementary last week, as kindergartners celebrated with a dinner and program for grandparents and special guests. Muffins, cookies and cranberries were on the menu, but most there said it wasn't the "Thanksgiving feast" that drew the crowd. It was all the little Indians This is Hutch Joppie with "Grandma Hutch" who was a special guest at last week's Thanksgiving Feast at Fuller Elementary. Every kindergartner invited a guest of some sort, a grandparent, aunt, or maybe a special neighbor. • generations of guests. In one case, a great­ grandmother, and both pa­ ternal and maternal grand­ mothers were there for the occasion. Great Grandma Petie Latta said that she was always a "great" grandmother, but the arrival of Brayana Rose made the title official. She Oscar Mayer Lundiables Thorn Apple Valley j-Apple -Apple Smoky Links ieless Pork ih Roast 2 liter Pepsi Products 3 Lb. Bag, Medium Yellow 46 Oz. IGA 99169 TissueTbrnfllfl- 89* 4 Oz., IGA Pieces & Stems I 29* Smoked Sliced Pork Chops Pork steak Hunt's 15 Oz., IGA Bath | Mushrooms Sirloin Sizzlers 12 Oz. 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Bethany Shaver also wore a big smile, as Grandpa and Grandma Shaver walked Miracle Whip Miracle Whip 69 Gal., Bareman’s Lowfat or Skim Milk $<■99 <?IG IG§§A££ > Vermontville Grocery ? Ph 726-0640 Fresh meat Mar.ket Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; n.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-12-09.pdf 25095959edfc9d9a2355b08147a58457 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 49 — Tuesday, December 9, 1997 Nashville Post Office offers gift ideas, mailing tips, gift ideas Looking for some last minute gift ideas, or in need of advice before sending those Christmas packages to far away destinations? The Nashville Post Office may have just the answer. "The Holiday's are here, and they're here to help". This year their counter is full of gifts. "Something that is sure to please that hard to shop for such as Express Mail, and person on your list,” says Priority Mail. Regular first Clerk, Pam Dunn. class mail usually takes one Among some of the more to three days to reach its popular items are destination. commemorative and holiday There are a few tips that postage stamps, key chains, will help assure no delays in baseball caps, sing along mailing: video's and Loony Tunes neck •Write type or print the ties. complete address neatly •Always include a return Now there is a box directly across the street from the Post address •Don't let in incorrect zip office clearly marked "Santa" for that North Pole express code delay delivery. If unsure mail, but when sending about a zip code ask for help packages and cards to relatives at the Post Office. What about packages? It's and friends customers need to be aware of some pitfalls. always wise to use caution First and foremost, if cards when preparing a package for and packages are ready, get the mail, regardless of the them in the mail now. Next time of year. In some cases Monday, December 15 is where the destination is across known to be the busiest mailing day of the year. This year the United States Post Office expect to cancel 280 million cards and letters that day. To cover the large volumes the postal service will be adding additional airplanes, thousands of by Cindy J Smith additional trucks and will be Staff Writer adding 40,000 temporary With the help of com­ employees to their payroll. Employees at the Hastings ments from the public and office will be putting in extra the expertise of architects hours, some even working on hired by Maple Valley Christmas Day to assure that schools, plans for renova­ every package is delivered. tions and additions have taken on a new perspective. If waiting until the last minute cannot be avoided, the Those drawings that were Post Office offers services made public last spring are the country, those boxes are loaded and unloaded from trucks several times before given to a local carrier for delivery. When packaging up those Christmas gifts a little extra time and effort may be worth while. There are also some packaging tips that can help assure that contents reach their destination undamaged. •Select a box that is strong enough to protect the contents, and leave space for cushioning inside the carton. •Cushion those contents with items like shredded or rolled newspaper, bubble wrap, Styrofoam, or plain air popped popcorn. •Always use tape that is designed for shipping. •The only address that should appear on packages to be mailed are the delivery and return address. •Stuff glass and other fragile items with newspaper or packing material. •Remove batteries from toys. Wrap and place them next to the toy in the mailing box. •Packages that weigh at least one pound must be taken into the post office for mailing. Don't leave them out for your carrier. •Many of the packages needed for holiday delivery such as priority mail boxes and tubes are available right at the Post Office. Plans near being finalized for school additions, renovations Just look at the ties! There are all kinds of Christmas gift ideas at the Post Office. Kids can send 'letters to Santa” at delivery box It's time to get those let­ ters off to Santa and that "special delivery box" was put up on Main Street in Nashville last week. DPW employees put up the bright red mail box marked "Santa" next to the police station in Central Park for the past three years. The box was a donation from the Nashville Chamber of Commerce in 1995, and then it was painted bright red by the guys at the DPW. Judy Gonser then got out her brush and put Santa's name on it. The box is emptied every night, and then each letter is "expressed" to the North Pole. Some letters also are shared with the Maple Val­ ley News. Those who would would like to have their child's let­ ter printed in the naner iust prior to Christmas should accompany them to the park and drop off a copy of their letter at the village office. Employees there will then forward the "requests" to the paper. While children are busy making their requests, fami­ lies can still stop across the street at the Nashville branch of the Hastings City Bank where there are still a few stars left on the "Wish Upon a Star" tree in the lobby. Those stars, all sig­ nifying the "wishes" of a needy child in the area can be picked off the tree to take along on a shopping trip. Gifts then , need to be wrapped, and returned to the tree with the star attached prior to Dec. 15. undergoing modifications. The deadline for last com­ ments that can be taken be­ fore plans are finalized is Dec. 18. "Good minds working to­ gether," according to Super­ intendent Clark Volz. Those comments follow three meetings last week, all planned at different locations to accommodate residents who want to be a part of the "plan" for bigger and better school buildings in the dis­ trict. This next planning meet­ ing, scheduled at the high school library at 7 p.m. is to be the last, the Board of Education is expected to fi­ nalize plans in January. According to Volz, though nothing terribly wrong with the first prelim­ inary drawings, more re­ search, this time with a new architectural Firm known as GMB has the school offi­ cials looking at opportuni­ ties to save more money on construction, and in the end have a floor plan for each building that best suits the districts needs. Perhaps the biggest change is with the Early Childhood Center at the Fuller Street site. In the be­ ginning, it appeared as though that center, designed for the youngest students at Maple Valley, would be a separate building, or maybe tied onto the existing Fuller Street building at one end. Now, that entire complex may take on a new look, with new classrooms added to different portions of the existing building. There could be an enclosed court yard, used for controlled playground, and enough funds left over to refurbish the rest of the building, cre­ ating a "like new" appear­ ance for everyone instead of a select few. Volz had stated earlier that in planning he wanted to avoid the pitfall of provid­ ing "new" facilities to some, and leaving others with no improvements. He wanted a plan that would make everyone feel good about their school. See School, P. 2 In This Issue... • Police seek warrant after 90 mph chase Santa's mailbox was put up last week, and Emily Allen was the first to send a letter off to the North Pole. Emily is the daughter of Brian and Tricia Allen of "Second Hand Corners" in Nashville. Note from staff writer Cindy Smith: If forwarding your child's letter for publi­ cation in the Maple Valley News, a phone number is helpful. Sometimes their spelling or penmanship stumps us and we need a lit­ tle help from mom and dad. • Nashville merchants plan two special local shopping nights • Two hurt when driver falls asleep on M-66 • Nashville Chamber seeking help with holiday lights �The Maple Volley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. December 9, 1997 — Page 2 SCHOOLADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS, continued from from front page \I^0#vwant some really nick spaces and then others that io-pne wants to be a part of” he said. "It will be a challenge to provide build­ ing spaces of good quality, but at the same time reserve as many funds as possible for renovations." He added, "We must con­ solidate construction while respecting existing build­ ings. When we are done, each of our schools will be a better facility." Another "positive" aspect that Volz pointed out in the new plans for Fuller, was "an enclosed canopy," an area that would allow fire trucks access to the building from the centralized court yard area. More changes also were presented for the Maplewood Elementary building. Volz said that rather than to add a new gymnism to that facil­ ity, the existing one could be expanded and a new music/band room could be added. Previous plans included It’s Not Just The Flu That Brings People JM It’s The Caring Way We Treat Them. Whether it’s foryou or someone you care about, personal family medicine is just a phone call away. Al Nashville Family Medicine, treating you like a peison is an important part of treating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. Deborah A. Joseph, DO 852-2133 750 Durkee St., Nashville (M-66) Pe Pennock Healthcare Services updating the present multi­ purpose rpom to a music and band room and then adding a new gym. These plans, according to Volz, would save considerable money. At the high school? That plan is perhaps the one with the most changes if accepted by the Board of Education. In previous conversations about the addition of a ju­ nior high wing and an auxil­ iary gym, there were many ideas presented as to where to add the new gym. Now it looks as though original plans when Maple Valley was built in the 1960's may be the key to "getting the most" for the money. Volz said that he and other school officials are in the midst of researching the existing gym and locker rooms. "Rumor has it that when built, those locker rooms were intended to be under a "balcony" of sorts, which could be utilized for weight lifting and wrestling. "We believe that the locker rooms have a rein­ forced concrete ceiling," he said, "meant to be a floor. If so, we plan to make use of that space." What Volz said he would like to see is the new auxil­ iary gym added next to the existing one. The locker rooms now at the high school would separate the two, keeping all activities of that sort together. A new set of locker rooms would be added, allowing a set for each gymnasium. That bal­ cony could also be used for sports programs and for equipment storage. "Such a plan would very cost effective," he said. "It would also make supervi­ sion much easier," There were other advan­ tages too, such as allowing the rest of the building to be shut off from visitors during sporting events, making cleaning easier for janitors and reducing the potential for other problems associ­ ated with opening up the en­ tire building. The classrooms that are to be added to that site will all be in one area, creating the "junior high wing" effect. "With the revisions that we are discussing, we will save over 1,000 square feet in the new building, that's money saved," Volz said. Though attendance at the building meetings as been poor to start out with, Volz said that those have partici­ pated have proven to be beneficial to the district. "There are people out there who have assisted the district for years," he said. "They are giving us really good input." Among those praised was Gerald Aldrich and Carroll Wolf. Now as the deadline Volz imposed to finalize plans is approaching, Volz said that he is confident that all will fall into place and be com­ pleted on time and within budget. He expects to let out bids in March, begin building in May of 1998, and have the project com­ pleted during the 1999/2000 school year. 5j ’ Police seek warrant after 90 mph crash Police are seeking a war­ rant for drunk driving against a woman who missed the stop sign at East State Road and Wellman Road and crashed into the Stoney Point Cemetery in Castleton Township at 90 miles per hour, authorities said. According to the Barry County Sheriffs Depart- ment, Sheri Ann Guy, 35, of 303 E. Mill St., Hast­ ings, was eastbound on East State Road when the acci­ dent occurred at 12:30 a.m. Nov. 30. According to police, Guy, who was not wearing a seat belt, apparently never ap­ plied the brakes at the inter­ section. CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School........................ 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. 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CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH I » I 1lh*l Looking for that perfect gift? Not enough time to shop? LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH i *'4 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .................. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer......................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School 10 a.m. Church Service...................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-5O East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO " feu, " MH �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville. Tuesday. December 9. 1997 — Page 3 Nurse, author speaks in Nashville about surgery Kaye Olson, registered nurse and author of "Surgery and Recovery: How to Re­ duce Anxiety and Promote Healthy Healing," was guest speaker Dec. 1 at the Valley Consultation Center in Nashville, a holistic coun­ seling center. Olson's work is a resource book advocating for parents and family members when someone faces or is recover­ ing from surgery. It was published in October. Christina DeLand of Vermontville is a supporter of Olson's point of view presented in her book. De­ Land is a survivor of two brain surgeries, three months apart, in 1992. She dealt with her anxieties by using relaxation techniques and taking control of her life with a combination of strategics promoted by Ol­ son. "You have to relax to heal," Olson says. "If you look at books on surgery, they have the technical as­ pects, but they're totally void of the emotional-men­ tal aspect." Her book is intended to Reach over 30,000 area homes with a Reminder ACTION-AD Call 945-9554 24 Hours a Day 7 Days A Week show patients and their fam­ physically, to take control ilies how to gain control of after surgery, to create a the situation and relieve healing environment and to stress during a time when rebuild the blood. Among the endorsements they are likely to feel help­ are the comments "A simple less. The book contains 23 to read intelligent resource chapters and six personal for anyone facing surgery," stories of hope and courage, by Bernie S. Siegel, author including DeLand's. It also of "Love, Medicine and has 32 pages of resources Miracles" and "An excellent for individuals and families, resource for anyone plan­ including 29 health web ning surgery or knows sites and a bibliography in­ somebody who is. I highly dex. recommend it," by Don R. Powell, president of the Olson said there are 50 American Institute for Pre­ million surgeries in the ventive Medicine. U.S. each year and 80 per­ cent of them are elective, so there is time for the patients to take control. "When a health crisis, ac­ cident or cancer diagnosis hits a family, it affects the entire family," DeLand said. "This resource book offers topics never written about before, such as how to pre­ pare the family, organize the home, creating a healing environment, set boundaries and resume life slowly." The book includes two national endorsements and 10 inside endorsements. There is a forward by Dr. Rafael S. de los Santos. The chapters inside reveal information on how to start a home medical file, to avoid insurance problems, to choose the right surgeon, to ask questions and get an­ swers, to advocate for one­ self, to prepare family members, to give one's own blood donation, to initiate advance directives, to boost the immune system, to pre­ pare oneself mentally and NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W97 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank on December 5th, 6th, 12th. 13th, 19th. 20th & 31st, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Dec. 31 will be receipted in 1998. Postmarks do not constitute payment. Dog Licenses: Neutered/Spayed dog is S7.00 and non-neutered/Spayed dog is SI 2.00. After March 3rd they will be S25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail Thank You, Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Mi. 49096 • Phone 517-566-8913 Interest Need a special present for your children or grandchildren? ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ biWMB IIMwi " ★ VFW POST 8260 Nashville, Michigan ★ STEAK FRY What: 0oz.New York Strp Steak, Baked Potato, Salad, Roll, Vegetable and Beverage. Cost: $8.00 per person This ticket will also get you into the dance for FREE. PUBLIC WELCOME MtlSlC: Provided by the Whitewater Band When: December 13, 1997 from 6:00 Open a special Eaton Federal Savings account in their name today. As the years go by. They’ll appreciate your Thoughtfulness... DONATE A and our interest. pm to 8:00 pm Dancing starts at 9:30 pm “All proceeds will go the General Fund +++++++++++++++++ We’re PROUD Of Our Maple Valley Football Team!! MAPLE VALLEY IMPLEMENT, INC. 738 E. Sherman Street Nashville, MI 49073 Eaton Federal 2] Once again this —। year, Eaton Federal will n be collecting unwrapped toys for delivery by the I Fire Department on Christmas Eve. Or bring —। in your new hats, scarves an and mens mittens for □ our Mitten Tree, and d| non-perishables for the Holiday Food Basket OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville - 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet - 749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 FDIC Phone (517) 852-1910 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER INSURED �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Page 4 Korner Kafe replaces recent Helmut’s in Nashville There is always a friendly smile and a hot cup of coffee. Owner, Mary Kenyon, even occasionally sits down for a chat. This happy customer is Larry Hill. Mary Kenyon has done a lot to give the Korner Kafe a "Christmas look. She said it gave her and her daughter, Tine Pung a chance to put their interior decorating skills to work. Mary is also an excellent cook! town Nashville last sum­ mer, and the building that Helmut's Koffeehaus closed its doors in down- Nashville Chiropractic Most Insurances Accepted Blue Cross Provider Auto Injury » New Patient । ! Special ! Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. i s4000 i 852-2070 * Due day of service • Exam, x-ray & Treatment ■ I Expires January 8th, 1998 * I................................ JI 307 N. Main St. Nashville MAPLE VALLEY Real Estate housed the little cafe on the corner of Main and Maple sat empty. But now it's been replaced by a Nashville woman who has fulfdled her dream with a business ofher own, and a new sign soon will be out front. The "Komer Kafe" is the result of years in the restau­ rant business for Mary K. Kenyon. She has cooked, waited on tables and done book work for everyone un­ der the sun, she said. She said it finally was time to put all of her talents to­ gether, and what better place than the community she calls home. "I've just picked things up along the way," she said when asked about her exper­ tise. "This has been chal­ lenging and so far I love it!" Member of the Grand Rapids Board of Realtors & the Multiple Listing Sendee 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852*1915 Fax: 852-9138 awgsOOsSHwi REALTOR* R* Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) HMS" EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar.. Nyle Wells.............................. Eves. 726-0223 ............. 726-1234 READY TO “MOVE INTO” - VER­ MONTVILLE 2 BEDROOM RANCH room, 2-story home, 3 bed­ rooms, home tastefully rede­ corated 1996, new carpets, deck overlooks fenced back yard. Ready to move into! I Possession at close. This is one you must see to appre­ (N-80) ciate! ! Call Nyle. VACANT LAND LAND CONTRACT TERMS • YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & Price recently reduced! Next to park on approx. 1 'A acres — 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with "wrap around" porch on this par­ tially brick home with a deck and firepit. Many "extras" — all on a large lot in a "park­ like" setting. Qualified buy­ ers call Homer for appoint­ ment or more details. (N-71) with single attached garage, large lot in village with a "country view". Occu­ pancy at close. Call Homer for appointment to see. (V-78) HOME 20 ACRES • LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS- (B) 2.2 ACRES $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. PENDING .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE $11,900 each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. (VL-52) West of Lake Odessa and south of Clarksville. Partially wooded, blacktop road, perk tested & surveyed. Call Homer for more "info." (VL-79) 2.7 ACRE BUILDING LOT BETWEEN NASHVILLE AND HASTINGS Surveyed, perked, driveway permit — some trees. Maple Valley Schools. Call Homer. (VL-77) out always makes a great Christmas shopping spree, gift idea. She is participat-which begins tonight and ing in the two-nightsaid the coffee is always on. Diana’s Place The Place to go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Diana Kuempel - Owner* 852-9481 *.® •*« •s V * L* L Tis The Season See Us For All Your Snow Removal Equipment Needs - Toro 325 D 4x4 - 2 stage snow blower w/heated cab - JD 210 w/snow thrower - JD 750 compact utility tractor w/59” 2 stage snow blower - JD 318 Garden tractor - JD 316 Garden tractor - JD 300 Garden tractor - 83 JD 54” Hydangling blades available for older 300 series tractors •w - 5 Snow throwers for older 200 series tractors Hl* - 1 Snow blower for JD ** ♦j *•* *** $ • **♦ 420/430 tractor For Sale IN VERMONTVILLE • POSSESSION WOODED PARCELS: Call Nyle. ‘‘HILLTOP HOUSE” IN NASHVILLE - Kenyon said that when she opened the doors to her little cafe this fall, it didn't take long for business to flour­ ish. She has a local break­ fast and lunch crowd, and dinner hour rolls around, there's even quite a few outof-towners who have con­ tinued to come back after sampling her homemade dishes. There are daily specials like pan grilled perch, tacos, and beef and noodles that she said attracts some, al­ ways a pot of fresh home­ made soup, and Saturday night's prime rib special. Then there is the Sunday menu. "When most people come into a restaurant they expect to see a familiar menu," she said. "We have that, but on Sunday, things are a bit dif­ ferent at the Korner Kafe, and people seem to enjoy it." Every Sunday, Kenyon is up bright and early peeling potatoes and putting on the roast beef. "It's as close to Grandma's as you're going to find,” she said. "Every Sunday, it's roast beef, and then two other meats (it's different each week). So far, every Sunday has been a success." With Christmas in just a few weeks, Kenyon's holi­ day spirit is evident all over the little restaurant. There are soft lights, hurricane lamps and a bit of tinsel to make the restaurant warm and cozy. Soon Santa will be part of the Korner Kafe scene. Youngsters may want to check Santa's schedule when coming in to eat with mom and dad. Santa will be in the restaurant on many different occasions. She also has coupons available and said that dinner 3 bedroom mobile home with barn on 2'A lots, room for another house. Price: $39,900. Monthly pay­ ments: $417.31 . basedd on $1995 down payment, loan amount of $37,900 at 12% interest, fixed rate for 20 years, if you qualify. You pay your own taxes & insurance. Call Homer for more informa,ion(V-76) AT CLOSE - 20” PUSH MOWER Runs good, $30. Call after 6:30pm. 517-726-0571._____________ FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hast­ ings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. SEALY POSTUREPEDIC QUEEN MATTRESS SET, luxury firm model, new, never used (in plastic), cost $890, sell $300 OBO, 616-962-1912 TRANSMISSIONS (1) Olds turbo 400, short shaft (1) Uni­ bolt 350 turbo. $50 each. Call after 6:30pm. 517-726-0571. $ • Equipment, Inc. .JOHN .JOHN DEERE DEERE *•* ♦** 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 (North of Hastings on M-43) Phone 945-9526 ♦*# Hours: Mon.-Wed. & Fri. 7-5; Thurs. 7-7; Sat. 7-12 .* . �The Maple Volley News Nashville, Tuesday, December 9. 1997 — Page 5 Local woman and family meet TV’s Jay Leno Order Your Holiday Wreath Today. the show!" As soon as the show ended, she and her family were iinvited backstage, where there were personal introductions and a photo­ graph, which the studio then mailed to her. She hopes to have it framed. "Il's not everyone who gets to meet a star!" she said. We also have grave side wreaths nosers and Gifts 1-888-286-8270 or 852-0313 207 N. Main. Bos 410. Nashville Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri.; 9-12 Sat. Buy life insurance and save on your home and car. l,en y°u y°lir lilc insurance from us through Auto- wners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on Yes you do recognize these to young ladies who are with Jay Leno! It's Janet VanEngen and niece, Tammy McDonald. During a recent trip to California, they and other family members spent a night in Hollywood. Imagine meeting Tonight Show host Jay Leno face to face! Though not many locals Newest citizen announced— GIRL, Olivia Clare, born at Pennock Hospital on Nov. 16, 1997 at 6:59 p.m. to Steve and Betsy Louthan of Sunfield. Weighing 6 lbs. 9 ozs. and 20 inches long. can claim that they have ac­ tually talked to any televi­ sion stars, Janet VanEngan really did have a chat with the late night television show host. It all began when she and several family members took a trip to California last month for a wedding. Before returning home, they spent a night in Hollywood and managed to get tickets to the Nov. 19 Tonight Show. "It was the one that aired a couple of weeks ago, where Donald Trump and Bruce Willis were guests," she said."We even got front row seats." It was those seats and her persistence that turned the evening into something she described as "spectacular." When the show was about to begin, authorities from the studio asked VanEngan and her family if they didn't mind moving to another section to make room for some special (VIP) guests. She was quick on her feet and said, "Sure, if you can take me to Jay Leno after your home, mobile hi >me or car insurance. We'll save you money. As an indc|X.*ndent Auto- you - as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people - . and the things they own. \duto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 1hiNo MfaifayA * Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 s °n Thh NEW name NEW MERCHANDISE NEW OWNERS Secondhand Conners NASHVILLE 852-5005 209 N. MAIN (Formerly Kenny A’s) fe — OPEN 7 DAYS — On W^ e^ers �The Maple Valley New*. Nashville, Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Poge 6 Nashville merchants plan two special local shopping nights Thanks to an idea by Stephanie Thorne, mer­ chants up and down Main Street in Nashville will have two "special shopping nights" this week, tonight and Thursday. There are only 15 shop­ ping days left until Christ­ mas, and Thorne has orga­ nized two nights of bargains this week, an opportunity to save some bucks and at the same time support local businesses during the holi­ day season. Thorne said that when most think of Christmas shopping, the mall comes to mind, but she doesn't like fighting the crowds, city drivers (they're crazy, she said) or searching for ade­ quate parking. She also be­ lieves that Nashville has a lot to offer. She began brainstorming a couple of weeks ago about the perfect shopping trip. There would be a variety of items on sale, the opportu­ nity to get those special or­ ders in time to place them under the tree, and a per­ sonal touch, maybe some help with ideas. The trip also would have to include a "great meal," because she always had a hard time shopping on an empty stomach. Tonight is Ladies Night from 5 until 9 p.m. and the same kinds of "deals" will be offered again on Thursday (same time, same places) for the men. Local restaurant owners are all hoping for a full house on both nights with specials like free drinks, and up to 50 percent off any meal. Merchants participating include Nashville Hardware, 25 Sheets ofFestive Stationary and 25 Matching Envelopes pes Don't forget to stop by Mace Pharmacy. They have a pretty big selection of toys and while shopping you can pick up Christmas Cards. Something Special by Kathy, Mace Pharmacy, MV Computer Center, Sport Stuff, Second Hand Corners, and Stephanie's Southern Shoe & Boot company. Thorne said she hopes that this two-night sale will bring lots of folks into her western wear store, where she has many new items and "one of a kind" coats that she designed herself. "Dry riders" a long trench type coat designed for riding in inclement whether is a "Thorne exclusive" one that took almost two years to perfect. Now there is a full rack at the boot shop, with many colors available for both men and women. "They are designed to cover the saddle and saddle bags when riding," she said. "And, at the same time, when off the horse, these coats look quite dressy." Shoppers can also find the "Aussie" type hats at the Southern Shoe and Boot company. The hats are available in only a few stores and come straight from Australia. They're de­ signed for somewhat of a C / Little Lyndsey Rhoades is modeling some of her favorite items at “Sports Stuff'. There are some varsity jackets left on the shelf and all will be on sale during special shopping hours this week. Continued nextpage— Business Services Gifts for all, with a Holiday Loan Sale! BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Help Wanted Make special gift purchases Remodel for the Holidays Take a Holiday Vacation Consolidate your credit cards at a much lower rate. Simple Interest Simple Interest 8.25%*Re With Automatic Payment Option from: Simple Interest 8.50%*“ With an Independent Bank Deposit Account 9.00%*Rate Without an Independent Bank Deposit Account pendent Bank Equal Opportunity Lender MEMBER FDIC ’Amortized up to 5 years depending on collateral life. Maximum term m 60 60 months, months, aa total total of of60 60 payme paymle nts. Standard fees apply. Some restrictions and normal credit standards apply. Offer ends January 31,1998. •Finance examples: loan amount of $5,000 at 8.25% for 60 months, A of 9.094% 9.09 ??. e^mentam APR of e^mentamopuanyt m$1e0n4t .a0m2.o fuinna t onfc $e1 a0m5o8u 7n. tMofu $s5t ,b0e00a aste 8c.u5r0e%d lfooarn 60 months, APR payment amountof $t04j$3. Finance amount of $5,000 at 9.00% for 60 months, ,APRof9 fO f.Ou II ZO, ZO payment amount of $105,87. Must be a secured loan of 9.345% ROOM AT THE TOP Due to the promotions in the immediate area, three openings now exist for SPORTSMINDED persons in the local area of a FORTUNE 500 company. Ifselected, you will be given three weeks classroom training at our expense. We provide complete company benefits: major medical, dental, life insurance, plus 401K plan. $20,000-540,000 first year income potential and all promo­ tions are based on merit, not seniority. To be accepted, you need to be bondable, have a pleasant personality, be ambi­ tious, eager to get ahead and free to start work immediately. We are particularly interested in leadership ability and -people looking for a genuine career opportunity. For a confidential interview appointment, please call Employer Rep. Mr. Schumm 800-238-0996 NOW. E\M-F. Fann AG. LIMESTONE DELIV­ ERED & spread. Phone Darrell Hamilton, 517-852-9691.- �From previous page— "Crocodile Dundee" look, according to employees at the boot company; Those coats, hats and Thorne's selection of boots, winter jackets, jeans and ac- The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 9. 1997_Page 7 cessories will all be 10 per­ cent off tonight and again on Thursday. Another spot that evening shoppers may want to hit is "Sport Stuff," where all "special orders" are 25% off during sale hours. Got a high school foot­ ball fan? There are still a few sweatshirts there com­ plete with the '97 season scores, all made up just prior to the Lions' trip to the Silverdome. The store Senior citizens’ potluck planned locally Dec. 17 This display inside of the Southern Shoe & Boot Company says it all to those who love to ride and are looking for a riding coat that will keep their saddle dry. Stephanie Thorne designed the coat and to date, her shop is the only place that they can be furnished. A reminder to area senior citizens: next Wednesday is lunch! According to Madelyn Forest, December's senior citizens potluck is Wednes­ day, Dec. 17, and as usual it will be quite a spread. This month, seniors will meet at the Vermontville Methodist Church, and the luncheon begins at noon. Meat will be furnished, and all are asked to bring their favorite dish to pass, along with table service. "We always have a little program and the food is wonderful," Forest said. Forest said that attendence over the past few months has been poor and she is hoping the holiday season will spark some interest in the group. "Every senior in the area is welcome to be part of our group," she said. "We hope that more will put our lun­ cheon on their calendar and join us for a great time." also is stocked with varsity jackets, and store officials guarantee monograms can be completed in time for Christmas. Have you picked out a holiday centerpiece yet? Something Special By Kathy also is taking part in this two-day sale. Kathy's Christmas stock includes holiday wreaths, poinsettias and centerpieces. She is throwing in a free potpourri flowerette with each pur­ chase and has many other items to choose from. Maple syrup gift packs, crocks and pottery will be 20% off at Nashville Hard­ ware, watches and wallets will be on sale at Mace Pharmacy, tools at Home­ town Lumber, jewelry and i)GOOD 1 Neighbor Pharmacy super Nintendo bargains at Secondhand Corners, and MV Computer Center will be giving away free mouse pads with every purchase. What about dinner? All the shopping could make one hungry. Clay will be busy in the kitchen dishing up his weekly specials and will offer free drinks during special shopping hours. Ten percent will be knocked off the dinner bill at the Korner Kafe and any meal at Good­ time Pizza is 50 percent off during special shopping hours. $ CHERYL $J HAIR SHOP’S CHERYL PIERCE Owner V ■A. A X AVEDA HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am - 12 pm-, Fn. 9 am - 3pm; Every veryother otherSat. Sat.9 9am am- -1212 ...To l.ANT liS&ENCIiS the Maple Valley Football Team On a great championship year, k We are very proud of them! Dr. Hogan and Penny National Brand Quality At Affordable Prices Vitamin C Therapeutic M Children's 500 mg. 130's Chewable Vitamins Calcium 100's 250 mg. w/ D • 100's 500's Oyster Shell umcnnw iffisFis®55 The poinsettia will certainly catch your eye when you stop in to find "Something Special By Kathy. She also has holiday wreaths scented candles and lots of other unique gift ideas. <$ CASTLETON b Compare 4 Vitamin E Children'* h Compare ' ► to ‘"’Fllnlitones Ginkgo Biloba Valerian Root 200 I.U. °Bn« wou _calcium > Compare. > to OsCal250 Echinacea Golden Seal 100's 5O's 100's 100's TOWNSHIP TAXPAYERS *£> £> I % $$ £■« I will collect taxes at the Township Hall 915 Reed St., on Fridays in December... Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19 & Dec. 26 from 9 a.m. - 5 pm Due to my working hours and my husbands death, I will collect at home only by appointment - 852-9863 or mail to Loretta Pixley, Treas. 495 Sunset Lane Nashville, MI 49073 Thank you for your cooperation Ginkgo Biloba 3R Valerian Root 214 Main Street, Nashville Hours: 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday; 9 am to 4 pm Saturday 852-0845 November/Pecember 1997 AV A 517-852-2377 <5 p Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children Ay fcStf.taa® wsftia | 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml Congratulations B A fchinaceo; SttdenSy �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Page 8 Nashville Chamber seeking Obituaries help with holiday lights Nashville Chamber of Commerce members are asking for help to replace Christmas lights. According to chamber member Dave Mace, some of the village's holiday decorations and lights are getting a bit tattered and need to be replaced. Such a purchase can be very costly. "Everyone enjoys the Christmas decorations, so we arc asking that they help us out," Mace said last week. Just how old are the decorations hanging along Main Street in Nashville? Though no one seems to know for sure, DPW Superintendent Scott Decker said he believes that with the exception ofjust a few replacements, all dates back at last 20 years. "I've worked for the village for the past 19 years, and they were here prior to that,' he said. "There have only been a couple of small items replaced that I know of." Top on the priority list is the stringer that hangs across Main Street. There are also some smaller items. Two hurt when driver falls asleep on M-66 An 80-year-old man and his 79-year-old wife are listed in fair condition at Blodgett Medical Center in g Quality Gazebos and Lawn Furniture 5185 N. Ionia Road Vermontville, MI • 517-726-0393 (1 Mile North ofVermontville) PreChristmas Special Prices Gazebos • Lawn Furniture • Lighthouses • Bird Houses • Bird Feeders HORIZON 2475 Ionia Rd. Vermontville, Ml 49096 I I1, । MLS Grand Rapids with injuries suffered when their car ran off the road Saturday in Castleton Township. Malcom Cameron of Grand Rapids apparently fell asleep while driving south on M-66 one half mile south of Bayne Road at about 2:30 p.m. His car crossed the center line, ran off the roadway, entered a ditch then hit a driveway causing the car to go airborne, according to a report from the Hastings post of the Michigan State Police. The car then struck a fence and came to rest, po­ lice said, causing the Malcoms to suffer multiple cuts, bruises and possible broken bones. We advertise daily in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham and Ionia counties through the Lansing MLS. Also in Ionia, Barry, Allegan, Ottawa, Muskegon, Newaygo and Montcalm counties through Grand Rapids MLS. & ASSOCIATES, INC. lavuwMNM owiruNirr According to Mace, all could be quite costly to a group such as the chamber with limited funds, but if everyone gives just a little, the project will be successful. Just how does one make a donation? According to Mace, canisters will be at several locations around town, and all will be marked "Chamber Lights." g (517) 726-0721 Dixie Brand, Broker/Builder Jerry Schray 566-8161 • Rhea Ferrier 852-9414 • Vickie Morrison 543-9925 — COMMERCIAL — HOME SURROUNDED BY TREES 3 bedroom, 11/z bath home, with attached garage, deck and dog kennel. Convenient to Marshall, Charlotte and Lansing. $104,900. (RE120DB) John L. ChildersNASHVILLE John L. Childers, age 51, ofNashville, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 1997 at Iris residence. Mr. Childers was bom August 17,1946 in Paintsville, Kentucky, the son ofJohn and Pauline (Holbrook) Childers. He was married to Loree Wood on October 2, 1976 in Nashville. Mr. Childers served in the Vietnam Conflict as a Para­ trooper and a Helicopter Door Gunner and received three Purple Hearts and other mili­ tary awards. He was a Union Steward for Bradford-White Company in HEALTHFUL EATING Nutrition Pop Quiz (NAPS)—How much do you know about what’s good for you? There’s a lot of information—and misinformation — circulating about vitamins, fat, protein, fiber, and just about everything else in the realm offood and health. Vegetarian Times provides the following quiz to test your knowledge. There’s one cor­ rect answer for every question. Questions 1. Which ofthe following is not a whole grain? a) brown rice, b) couscous, c) millet, d) all are whole grains 2. Which ofthe following is a good source offolic acid? a) spinach and other leafy greens, b) peas and beans, c) whole grains, d) all ofthe above 3. Which ofthe following contains the most calcium? a) 1 cup of skim milk, b) 1/2 cup of tofu, c) 1 cup cooked collard greens, d) 2 table­ spoons blackstrap molasses 4. Which ofthe following is found only in foods of ani­ mal origin or in fortified foods? a) vitamin B12, b) zinc, c) protein, d) iron 5. Which ofthe following contains the most fat? a) 1/2 cup (4 ounces) firm tofu, b) 1 ounce Cheddar cheese, c) 1 TRADE/SELL OR LEASE -18,000 S/F office warehouse on 3 acres. More land avail­ able. (CM601DB) BARBER SHOP in Bellevue, on Main St. $36,000. (CM605DB) NEAREST PARTY STORE to Barry County Fairgrounds and the Kellogg Community College. Liquor-license. $170,000. ONE OF VERMONTVILLE’S ORIGINAL HOMES - Original woodwork, fireplace, etc. Newer kitchen and laundry room. Deck and garage. $69,900. (RE117JS) ATTENTION ENTREPRENEUR! 4 bed­ room, 2 bath, that was a country store. With a special use permit, have your home business. (RE118JS) CHARLOTTE - 5 bedroom, 2 bath, with possible mother-in-law apt. Over 1600 sq. ft. of living space. $75,000. (RE119JS) 2 STARTER HOMES - $29,900 and $42,000. Broker owned. Lansing. (RE102DB, RE112DB) HORIZON BUILDERS & HOME SALES, INC. ICE CREAM, PIZZA AND SUBS - Great combination for college town. Olivet area business for sale. Excellent opportunity $125,000. (CM607DB) FOR LEASE: 4 BAY AUTO REPAIR SHOP Equipment included. Great location in Rockford, Mich. (CM608DB) 2475 Ionia Rd., Vermontville, Ml 49096 Ph. (517) 726-0721 Heckaman Modular Homes will build to suit. Model home open daily 9 am-5 pm COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE - 2 acres in Industrial Park in Charlotte. (CM603DB) Eating a varied and healthy diet can ensure that you have enough folic acid, fiber and calcium. ounce peanut butter, d) 1 ounce chocolate 6. How much fiber should you get each day? a) 5 to 10 grams, b) 15 to 20 grams, c) 25 to 35 grams, d) at least 40 grams 7. Which ofthe following contains the most fiber? a) 1 cup canned black beans, b) 2 slices whole wheat bread, c) 1 apple, d) 1 cup broccoli Answers 1-b, 2-d, 3-c, 4-a, 5-c, 6-c, 7-a More Information You can learn more vital facts about healthful living and eating from Vegetarian Times magazine, available — VACANT LAND — 6 POTENTIAL BUILDING SITES - Country location yet close to town, Charlotte schools. (LT912DB) NEW CONSTRUCTION - On Lacey Lake Rd., 3 bedrooms, 1400 sq. ft. Move in this fall. Call (517) 726-0721. Ask for Dixie. $132,000. 2.4 acres. Middleville for 21 years and also a Meat Cutter. Mr. Childers was a lifetime member of the Lake Odessa V.F.W., the D.A.V. and the Vietnam Veterans Association. He enjoyed fishing, coon hunting, processing meat and playing poker. Mr. Childers was prededed in death by his wife, Loree on October 24, 1997 and his parents, John and Pauline Childers. He is survived by six child­ ren, Glenda Childers of Battle Creek, Allen (Felisha) Chil­ ders of Nashville, Delana (Matt) Peake of Hastings, at local newsstands or by subscription. For a free copy, call 1-800-924-0084. James (Suzanne) Dunn of Jacksonville, Florida, John (Jennifer) Childers, Jr. of Detroit and Dave Childers of Battle Creek; six grandchil­ dren, Angelica, Katrina, Allyssa, Amber, Brandi and Chey­ enne; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Tom and Yvonne Wood of Nashville; four brothers, Glen and Jim Hopson of Blaine, Kentucky, Frank Childers of Blaine, Kentucky and Tom Childers of Coldwater; three sisters, Johnetta Thomas of Blaine, Kentucky, Bobbi Ann Thomp­ son of Louisa, Kentucky and Tena Gilliam of Isonville, Kentucky; several nieces and. nephews. Funeral services were held on Wednesdays December 3, ■ 1997 at Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home in Nashville. Pastor David Henry officiated. Burial took place at Wilcox Cemetery in Nashville with full military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. HOURS SUN-THUR 8-10 TTLE’S FRI a SAT 8-11 UNTRY STORE AND THE TREASURE COVE STH THORNAPPLE LAKE ROAD NASHVILLE MICH 49073 IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN MORGAN MI, NEXT TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS 517-85^9152 GROCERIES PIZZA DELI HOMEMADE MOLDED CHOCOLATES EAGLES INDIANS WINDCHIMES ANGLES JEWELRY AND MANY GIFTS UNDER $10 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Page 9 Big rock marks new entrance at Lakeview Cemetery Eaton No-Till Club planning session Feb. 25 The No-Till Club of Eaton County met Dec. 1 to plan 1998 activities. The first major event will be held Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Eaton County MSU Extension public meet- ing room. Specialists from Michigan State University and private industries will speak on the latest technolo­ gies in new varieties, equip­ ment, weed control, cover cropping and other topics. The session will conclude with a light luncheon. Everyone is welcome and admission is free. Those interested should call and register for the session (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. Home ImprovementHeadquarters Larry and Scott Decker were instrumental in placing this new 'marker1 in front of the Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Up until now, those who weren't familiar with the cemetery could only guess which one it was, there had never been any type of sign. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Lakeview Cemetery's en­ trance now has a new look, thanks to the efforts of sev­ eral area people. There is now a big rock at that entrance, marking the first time ever that EWING WELL DRILLING ING. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY. VERMONTVILLE passersby know what the name of the cemetery is. When traveling cross country, many cemeteries have large wrought iron signs, but there has never been any type of sign to call attention to Lakeview, and Nashville's Cemetery Committee thought it was about time to do something about it. "We all thought it was about time for a sign. Many people drive by and don't know anything about the cemetery," said Larry Decker, a member of the committed arid one of the people who was instrumen­ tal in the change. "We all shared lots of ideas and looked at many different op­ tions, but all were really expensive," . He went on to say that Sally McLean had suggested a large rock, and after a con­ versation with Bob Conner of Hastings, he was sure that the rock would be the right choice. Conner could sandblast the letters, it would be permanent and re­ quire little maintenance. Conner, who engraves many stones at Lakeview, said that he and Decker met a long time ago. "I take care of cemetery stones over a 75-mile ra­ dius," said Conner. "I guess I've seen a lot of different ideas, but I thought the stone would be the most economical." Where would the stone come from? That question was easily answered by his son, Scott Decker, who had Contractor Grade 27’ Leverlock® Tape Rule 344877/30-007 While Supplies last Vermontville Hardware 131 S. Main Street,Vermontville • 517-716-1 111 Doug Durkee • Proprietor Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-6; Sat. 8:30-5; Sun. 11-3 just purchased some prop­ erty with an abundance of large rocks. When called on to see if he would sell one to the village, he said that he would be happy to make the donation. There was no need for money. The three men transported the rock to its new home and then Conner brought over his tools and completed the pro­ ject. Decker said that he has heard a lot of positive comments from residents and hopes that the "new look" will be appreciated by all. Lawn & Garden 20” PUSH MOWER Runs good, $30. Call after 6:30pm. 517-726-0571. Plumbing Drywall Hardware Siding Electrical Insulation* Roofing Anderson Windows Paneling Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry See Us For • Estimates Savings Delivery Planning HOMETOWN! LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville s7 W852-0882 For Rent FOR RENT: Home in country. Working couple preferred, $550+. 945-2774 CREDIT UlC AVAILABLE �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Page 10 A.M. COOK DIETARY SERVICES Full Time - 80 hours per pay Every other weekend & holiday PENNOCK HOSPITAL has an opening in the Dietary Department for a Full Time Cook. One or two years experience in an institutional dietary department or restaraunt is desired. Basic math and reading skills are a must, as well as good interpersonal skills. Must be able to life and carry heavy items, to bend and reach, and to work in cool conditions. Please submit application/resume to: Pennock Hospital Attn: Human Resources 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 Even Mrs. King tried out the "bubble machine" which consisted of a wadding pool, a hula hoop and Sandy Erwins “bubble potion". (616) 948-3112 EOE Bubbles made...FUN! We are the original staffing agency in Charlotte. Our integrity, honesty and dependability has made us number one in the area: Tammy King's kindergartners had a special treat last week, they learned all about bubbles from Sandy Erwin. Inside this giant bubble is Joshua Hall. Immediate Openings: • M.I.G. Welder - full time, dependable, willing to work swing shifts required. • Press operators, previous experience required. • Bender/machine operators. • Mechanic, knowledge in fuel pumps helpful. • Central supply coordinator, computer knowledge, good math skills. • Clerical positions part & full time Barry Commission on Aging menu set We are moving January 5th 114 E. Harris Suite B Moving Ahead To Serve Your Needs!!! Trillium Staffing Solutions Phone 517-543-2023 or 517-543-5992 Wednesday, Dec. 10 Scalloped chicken on noodles, asparagus, spiced beets, mandarin oranges w/pineapple, lowfat milk. Thursday,. Dec. 11 Wednesday, Hastings, Dec. crafts; 10 — Nashville, Country Strings; Woodland, puzzle day; Delton, ice cream day. Thursday, Dec. 11 — potatoes, green beans, wheat Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Hastings, 10:00 Holly bread, margarine, tropical mixed fruit, lowfat milk. Trolley and potluck. Friday, Dec. Italian loaf, mashed Friday, Dec. 12 Macaroni and cheese, spinach, carrots, pears, lowfat milk. Monday, Dec. 15 Hot turkey sandwich with gravy, and white bread, mash­ ed potatoes, hearty veg. soup, orange, lowfat milk. Tuesday, Dec. 16 12 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, popcorn day; Woodland, craft day. Monday, Dec. 15 — Hastings, music, Head Start; Nashville, game day; Delton, social day; Woodland, social day. Tuesday, Dec. 16 —Alz. meeting 1-3; puzzle day. vard beets, orange velvet, lowfat milk. Events Thank You CARD OF THANKS Thank you to everyone who sent cards or brought in food in celebration of my 93rd birthday. Keith Seitz CARD OF THANKS Don’t Be Fooled By The Imitators!! WE CAN FINANCE ★ ★ ★ "We 'pctcmtce YOUR JOB IS YOUR ★ ★ ★ 'Pletfo&iy Peafoie £az &uea Z O 'fye^/nL IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: 0 0 0 0 tfet YOU Bankruptcy Repossession Slow Pay Bad Credit Solid background in installations of equip­ ment. Dependable and good work record. Permanent hire-on possible. Excellent wage plan. Phone 517-543-2023 or fax resume to 517-543-5992 Trillium Staffing Solutions EOE Experienced Buffers Immediate Hire Opportunity The Buffing Department of American Bumper & Mfg. Co. has immediate openings for applicants with a minimum 3 month Buffing experience. Qualifications include: Chicken breast on parsley noodles, Oriental blend, har­ HEATING AND COOLING TECHNICIAN We would like to thank the family of Newman J. Shaw for the donation in his memory to the Maple Valley Little League Baseball and Softball Associa­ tion. MV Baseball Board • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime * Ability to Consistently Lift 65 lbs. • Availability to Work any of3 Shifts $9.60 per hour plus shift premium (Huffing Department starts at top payrate) Applications available in the Security Office 6 days per week, 24 hours per day. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. 14 N. Beardsley Road, Ionia, MI 48846 EOE Career Advancement Opportunities GENERAL LABORER POSITIONS • Assembly • Press Operations • Welding Experience Preferred • But Not Required FRIENDLY^ SALES ? STAFF 2 $8.00/hr. Progressing to $9.20/hr. Plus Shift Premium & Quality Incentive Raises Qualifying Applicants Must Possess: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime CREDIT CHECK factory. Contact One Of Our Experienced and Knowledgeable Sales Staff Today... And You Can Be In The Car of Your Choice Tomorrow. Call Toll Free 1-888-622-4900 & Ask for Ken Today! ■ Company Paid Insurance: Medical, Dental, Optical, Life & Disability ■ 401 (k) ■ 10 Paid Holidays ■ Educational Reimbursement Program ■ Apprenticeship Programs ■ Promotions from Within Must Provide Picture ID at Time of Interview Security Office • 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml Monday thru Saturday ONLY • 24 hours each day E.O.E. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Tuesday. December 9, 1997__Page 11 New titles available at Vermontville Twp. Library Adult Non-Fiction National Audubon Society Field Guide to the Night Sky. National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds (Western Region), Signing, How to Speak with Your Hands by Elaine Costello and Insects of the Great Lakes by Gary A. Dunn. Junior Non-Fiction Scouts recycling set for Dec. 13 Sunfield Boy Scouts will run recycling at the west end of Carl’s parking lot in Sunfield from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 13. The scouts will take news­ paper, tied or in grocery bags; glass, clear, clean, no caps; aluminum, no paper or plastic coating; tin cans, clean, flat­ ten, no labels; magazines, tied or in grocery bags, (No Reader’s Digest). Residents are asked not to drop items off early. The next recycling date will be Feb. 14. Your Pony, Your Horse: A Kid’s Guide to Care and Enjoyment by Cherry Hill, Planets by Nigel Henbest. Rainforests by Jane Parker. North American Indian Arts by Andrew Hunte Whiteford. Weather by David Ellyard. Volcanoo and Earthquake (Eyewitness Books) by Brian R. Thomason Navy Fireman Brian R. Thomason, son of Pamela J. Currier of 3900 Curtis Road, Nashville, has arrived in the Arabian Gulf aboard the air­ craft carrier USS George Washington, the lead ship of the USS George Washington Battle Group. President Bill Clinton or­ dered elements of the battle group to the area in response to rising tensions there. Thomason is one of more than 5.000 Sailors and Marines aboard the carrier who will be called on to par- The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or religion: Dec. 9-10 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. Dec. 15 Master Gardener Registration due to Extension Office. Dec. 16-17 Continuing Education for Professional Loggers, 7 to 10 p.m., Hastings Township Hall. Dfec. 17" Pesticide Trairring/Exam, 9' a.m. To 3 p.m.,' Courts. and Law Building. Jan. 15 Deadline for market steer possession for 1998 fair. CASH FOR HOMEOWNERS CREDIT PROBLEMS OK FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE Debt Consolidation Cash for Any Purpose Same Day Pre-Approval $10,000 — $ 88/mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo Fixed Rates Girl Scout Troop No. 206 in honor of Tina Elizabeth Lincoln. Tina’s poem. ‘The Friend.” is included in this anthology. Remember, all gifts to the library are tax deductible. New videos: Free Willy 3. Men in Black, and Riverdance Live from New York. Serving Our Country Calendar of Events 02587370 Susanna Van Rose. Desert Life: A Close-Up Look at the Natural World ofa Desert, and On the Mayflower Voyage of the Ship’s Apprentice and A Passenger Girl by Kate Waters. The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans has been donated by the Vermontville afrits* 9240 mo (oaci MOKIGAGE CENTER CALL 1-800-669-8957 Wanted Standing Timber Call Hughes Logging Leonard Hughes, Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder FASSETT BODY SHOP Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru F ticipate in any contingency operations which may be ordered. Iraq’s refusal to allow entry ofmembers ofthe U.N. weapons inspection team have caused increased tensions over compliance with U.N. sanctions imposed after the GulfWar in 1991. Aircraft carriers like USS George Washington are for­ ward deployed around the world to maintain a U.S. pres- ence and provide rapid response in times of crisis, or tension, as in the present instance. They serve as a highly visible deterrent to would-be aggressors and, if deterrence fails, offer the most versatile and powerful weapons available. The 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School joined the Navy in January 1996. Loans For-Homeowners Regardless of credit history.//' call for same-day approval. _~JZ CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 Vermontville Veterinary Service Tamera K. Cohoon Reist, DVM 2065 N. Ionia Rd. • Vermontville, MI RHINO .. Plugged in extension cords and wiring is another hazard to pets (or an active toddler) and can result in severe injury when chewed. If a pet has swallowed string, take it to a veterinarian immediately if an end of the string is seen hanging from the mouth (or rear). Do not try to pull it out. Pulling the taut string or yarn can saw through an intestinal wall and possibly subject the animal to peritoni­ tis. It’s Out There Is Your Unborn Foal Protected? Pneumabort-K Vaccine only $8.50 Cell Ph.: (517) 242-4928 Voice Mail: (517) 580-4128 Home Ph. (517) 726-0792 Cobb Take precautions for pet safety during the holidays The Barry County Humane Society wants to alert pet owners to some hazards to avoid while preparing for the Christmas holidays. If the wrapping of gifts already has started, care should be taken with string, pins, tape, balls oftwine, plas­ tic bags and anything else the pet might swallow or that could cause injury. An easy safeguard is to do all wrap­ ping in a room that’s offlimits to the pet. Or. ifthat’s not pos­ sible, all materials should be secured in locked drawers. Care also should be taken with Christmas ornaments and lights. These should not be left within the pet’s reach. Inquisitive animals have been known to bite into tree orna­ ments and paw them thus cut­ ting themselves badly. <* Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd, Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-1748 Fillmore Equipment, Inc. SAVE 15% ON JOHN DEERE TILLAGE IRON DURING OUR Basketball ANNUALTRUCKLOAD SALE! teams post early wins Maple Valley's seventh grade basketball team opened its season with a pair of games last week. On Monday, the young Lions traveled to Bronson. The Blue squad won 42­ 26 victory over the host Vikings. Eric Smith led the way. with 22 points, Jimmy Hirneiss added 16 points. Valley's White team lost 42-40. Jeff Taylor was the top scorer with 9 points. On Wednesday, the Lions hosted Morrice and won 33­ 22. Taylor scored 15 points, Smith 8 and Hirneiss also tallied 8 points. NOW IS THE TIME TO STOCK UP ON QUALITY JOHN DEERE TILLAGE IRON. WE ARE OFFERING A 15% DISCOUNT OF ALL JOHN DEERE TILLAGE PARTS. SAVE ON PLOW SHARES. MOLDBOARDS. SHINS. LANDSIDES. DISK BLADES. FIELD CULTIVATOR SWEEPS. ROW CROP SWEEPS. CHISEL PLOW SHOVELS. AND S-TINE POINTS AND SWEEPS. THESE ARE THE LOWEST PRICES OF THE YEAR. SO STOP IN OR CALL US WITH YOUR ORDER TODAY! FREE JACKET OFFER! RECEIVE ONE FREE EXCLUSIVE JOHN DEERE WIN - TER JACKET FOR EVERY $1000.00 OF TILLAGE Our Tillage Parts IRON PURCHASED DURING THIS SALE! are Hard to Beat One stop will get you going with quality John Deere tillage parts. John Deere plow shins and shares, sweeps and shov­ els are designed for top performance and easy mainte­ nance. and you can chose Match Plus® parts for other For Sale Automotive 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817______________ 1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE SE Sedan. $17,000 list Must sell $11,500. 517-726-1142 TRANSMISSIONS (1) Olds turbo 400, short shaft (1) Uni­ bolt 350 turbo. $50 each. Call after 6:30pm. 517-726-0571. brands of equipment. See us for a variety of styles—all at competitive prices. Fillmore Equipment, Inc. 2900 N. Broadway, Hastings, Ml 49058 (North of Hastings on M-43) Phone 945-9526 Hours: Monday-Friday 7 am to 5 pm; Thursday 7 am to 7 pm; Saturday 7 am to 12 pm. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 9, 1997 — Page 12 FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870___________ H.U.D. APPROVED 3bd., 2 bath. Payments as low as $250 per month. In by Christmas. Good credit or bad credit. Call 1-800-538-7870. Mobile Homes 1984 FRONT KITCHEN: Land contract, must sell. Best offer. 1-800-538-7870. A.A.A. AMERICAN ABAN­ DONED REPOS: 3bd., 2 bath. Good credit, fair credit, no credit, bad credit. Anything in trade but kids. Boats, cars, snow­ mobiles, etc. 1-800-984-4663. ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move if necessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870___________ BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment. Must sell. 1-800-538-7870 National Ads $200 TO $500 WEEKLY from your home mailing circulars for a telephone company, easy, respectable, ft/pt, no experience needed, call AT Access 1-800-426-3085 24 hours GET EASY CASH with extra household goods and tools. Advertise with classifieds Look What We Have! Snowblowers! !! We now offer Yard King Signature Brand Snowblowers. < High quality at an affordable price. World-Tested - Arctic Tough. Models start as low as $38000 Models from 3 h.p. - 12 h.p Electric and manual start. Models shown 5.5 h.p./24”. List price ‘899.95. Call or Stop In Today j Vera’s Repair 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 School lunch Menu Maple Valley Jr.-Sr. High School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 10 Choose one Nachos, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose Two — garden salad, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, juice, milk. Thursday, Dec. 11 Choose one — Spaghetti, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose Two — garden salad, broccoli with cheese, peaches, juice, milk. Friday, Dec. 12 Choose One — Grilled cheese sandwich, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, potato wedge, applesauce, juice, milk. Monday, Dec. 15 Choose One — Club sand­ wich, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose Two — garden salad, spaghet­ tis, pear halvs, juice, milk. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Choose One — ham and cheese sub, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, carrot sticks, pineapple, juice, milk. NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Maplewood Elementary Lunch Menu Ph (616) 367-4544 Hastings Wednesday, Dec. 10 Nachos, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Thursday, Dec. 11 Woodland Rd. New Winter Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 8:30-12 & 1:00-5:00; Sat. 8:30-12:00; Closed: Wed. & Sun. Boneless Full Cut USDA Choice Cheese pizza, tossed salad, garlic toast, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Friday, Dec. 12 Grilled cheese, potato wedge, applesauce, M&M cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Monday, Dec. 15 Com dog, potato sticks, spaghettis, peaches, 1/2 pt. milk. Tuesday, Dec. 16 Hot ham and cheese sub, carrot sticks, pineapple, chocolate pudding, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast includes: milk, fruit or juice, bread/cereal product. Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Wanted NEED EXTRA CHRISTMAS MONEY? WE PAY CASH... Wanted: Newer color T.V.’s, recliners, sleeping bags, camp­ ing equipment, Coleman stoves and lanterns, air compressors, table saws, large power tools, drill press, compact home stereo units, boom boxes, car stereos, speakers, baby beds, playpens, large pet cages, aquariums, guitars and amps, goose and duck decoys, sporting good items, battery chargers, ice fish­ ing poles & shanties, TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR GOLD JEWELRY & SCRAP, pocket watches. Second Hand Comers, Hastings 945-5005 or our new location Second Hand Comers, Nashville, 852-5005 und Beef Round steaks From Chuck 99 69 ’4 Lb. Lb. S^ay^sajBSgjB^i Pork Loin TFruarnk|e(sy 89c Back Ribs 8 Oz., Thorn Apple Valley Lunch Meats bologna § 99* L Lb. PR . 6-7 Oz., (aliky 4 Oz., Pieces & Stems, IGA PR SSING 5# Bag, IGA Mushrooms u Flour l^, 4 21.5 Oz. IGA 5-1# Loaves, IGA 31.1 Oz., Kellogg’s Tony Plush Premium Pak Cereal S(-oo 16 Oz., IGA Sliced Brownie Bread Dough Mix Bareman’s Homog. ggsAmerican Cheese Milk ss ssssssmsss Gallon, Bareman’’s Homogenized Milk 99* With One Completed to Super Saver Card! IGA 4 A '4 4 Vermontville Grocery - Wld - Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday a '4 4 to � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-12-16.pdf cbc0ec7250d65f5c6e1c34fcf05592d6 PDF Text Text bulk rate U.S. POSTAGE PAID MRSTIHGS PUBLIC LIBRARY 121 S. CHURCH ST. HUSTINGS, Ml 490581893 49058 PwuutNo. 7 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 50 — Tuesday, December 16, 1997 ‘Green Star’ program newest farm technology available Will John Deere s Green Star program change agri- culture as we know it today? Area fanners learned about John Deere's newest tech­ nology at the recent annual John Deere Crop Specialist Bill Bodine captured the attention of all those present with new technology from John Deere which could prove to be very advantageous. His presentation also prompted many questions. Many, like Marvin Smith (In photo) stopped to chat with Bodine after the program to obtain more of the particulars. Many area farmers were invited to join members of the Hastings Kiwanis Club for an annual get together earlier this month, and attendance was great, with representation from all parts of Barry County. Hastings Kiwanis Club lunch and program for farm­ ers. This year, there was a full house at the Emmaneul Episcopal Church, and a program that prompted many questions. Crop specialist Bill Bod­ ine got everyone's attention when he talked about digital Christmas in the Village coming to Vermontville Santa’s Elves will be busy, and The Jolly Elf Himself will make an appearance Friday evening when “Christmas -in the Village” comes to Vermontville. With support and donations from local merchants and organizations, area' Girl area Scouts will once again be hosting the Christmas celebra­ tion Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Vermontville Fire Bam. There will be an ornament sale, featuring ornaments made by the Girl Scouts. Coffee, hot cocoa, Christmas cookies, and candy canes will be on sale for patrons to enjoy while listening to Christmas music provided by Brownie troops. Santa will be there for the entire event, listening to wish lists and passing out goodie bags to all the children. Pictures with Santa will be available for $1 each. There will also be door prize draw­ ings for the adults as well as children. Santo Claus will be at the Vermontville Fire Barn Friday evening. Local Kiwanis members presented Bodine with a certificate of appreciation following his presentation to local farmers in Hastings. mapping, using global posi­ tioning systems, now avail­ able for farmers to place right on their equipment. This is something that may not be familiar to everyone, but to the average farmer, it could mean better'yields, which transfers into "bigger bucks." According to Bodine, putting computers to work with the tractor or combine really makes sense. This program, which can be im­ plemented for about $8,000 with a home computer, and using most of today's equipment, will change the management process. Rather than guess work, or manag­ ing large areas, it will allow farmers to "steer in on smaller areas. Rates for fertilizer or chemicals can be changed for a particular area based on records from the previous year. With the new equip­ ment, rates can be changed every few seconds while ap­ plying chemicals to a par­ ticular area. There are four basic steps to using the program accord­ ing to Bodine. The first, data collection, is done in the combine while harvesting. That in­ formation then is analyzed for the next year. "No one knows your << Noone knows your yields better than you do. This is done right in the combine, rather than waiting for an analysis from outside ” agencies. — Bill Bodine yields better then you do," he said. "This is done right in the combine, rather than waiting for an analysis from outside agencies. Once information is col­ lected from the field, it's time for step two — deci­ sion making. Maybe there are some changes that could be made to increase yield in a particular area. Bodine cautioned, how­ ever, "One change to a time. To make too many would confuse which really was most beneficial." The third step takes place in the spring at planting time. "Just apply what you See Green Star, P. 3 In This Issue... • Vermontville girl to model in New York • ‘Green Star’ program newest farm technology • Ron Bracy preparing for Peace Corps trip • Senior citizens plan potluck �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday. December 16, 1997 — Page 2 On the shelf at the Sunfield District Library New books this week are: Icon by Frederick Forsyth; Angels We Have Heard on High - A Book of Seasonal Blessings by Joan Anderson; Tidings of Great Joy by. Sandra Brown; Favorite Christmas Carols; Sources of Strength by Jimmy Carter; Making the Most of Your Money by Jane Bryant Quinn; Santa’s Twin by Dean Koontz; Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt; Cold Mountain by Charles Frazier; and The Pre­ History of the Far Side by Gary Larson. The Sunfield Library and the Friends of the Sunfield Library are pleased to announce the new service for residents of Sunfield Village and Township. Starting Jan. 1. “Books to You.” an outreach .program .for persons physical­ ly unable to come to the library; will begin. Through this program Sunfield resi­ dents will have access to their resources available from the Sunfield Library by delivery and pick-up of materials to their home by a Friend of the Library volunteer. Participation in the program is intended to reach.people who either permanently or on a temporary basis, are physi­ cally unable to come to the library to obtain materials they want. There are no costs to individuals who receive materials through this pro- gram. Participation is volun­ tary and continues only as long as the recipient is inter­ ested and qualified. It is strict­ ly limited to residents of Sunfield Village and Township. 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Several times during the play, whenever they would be con­ fronted with a problem, she would repeat her line, "Don't worry Joseph, God is watch­ ing over us". This is a good lesson for us to remember whenever we are overly anxious about some situation. If only we could devel­ op the trust and faith of a child to know that we are God's children and that His love and concern are such that He wants only the best for us. When Mary and Joseph were on their way to Bethlehem, they were well aware that it was near the time for Mary to give birth. While in Bethlehem, Jesus was born and Mary wrapped Him in cloths and laid him in a manger because there was no room for them to stay at the inn. Although we can only imagine the deep concern that Joseph must have had for his wife and child, both Mary and Joseph Knew and trusted that God was watching over them. / will say of the Lord, fie is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in Him will I trust. 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Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ..............11 a.m. Evening Worship . .*................ 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service........ ......... 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 ‘ FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Sunday School.................... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ................ 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............... .11a.m. Church School ..................... .10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC USON REV. GLEN WEGNER 301 Fuller St., Nashville Meeting at Maple Valley High School Morning Celebration 0 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School ...................... 10 a.m. A.M. Service .............■...... 11:15 a.m. P.M. Service............................... 6 p.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH 304 Phillips St., Nashville One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Church Service ................. 9;3o a.m. Sunday School ....................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time ............... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class 10:50 a PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 11 a.m. P.M. Worship ........... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ...................................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ......... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship ........ 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group ■ Adult Worship REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Worship Service................. 9:30 a.m. PASTOR MARK THOMPSON 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A.M. Worship..................... 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ....................... 11a.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening............ 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville Phone: (517) 852-9228 GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH Sunday School.................... 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service............................ it a.m. P.M. Service ...............................7 p.m. Wed. Service ......................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo 1'0 a.m. Worship........... 1 a.m. After School Special Wed........ 4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School ................9:45 a.m. Worship Service .................... 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ........6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service...... .7 p.m. AWANA................. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday School................. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ................... 9 a.m. (1 st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer yer.................... 9am (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew s is a part of the Independentt Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School ....................... 10 a.m. Church Service....................... 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 3 Children write letters to Santa Nashville Village officials report that Santa's box on Main Street, though put up just one week ago, has been emptied several times by his elves, and all of those letters have been expressed right to the North Pole. The Maple Valley News will be sharing those letters with readers right up until Christmas, just like in years past. Below are a few that Santa's elves copied from that first batch: Dear Santa, Hi, My name is Kenzi Leinhart. I am 3 years old. I have been good this year. I would like Baby All Gone, Ants in the Pants game, cooties and to live in my new house and a waterbed. Thanks, Makenzi Leinhart PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads Dear Santa, I have been good. I would like the dinosaurs and rock guys and the stick guys. Thank you for pretending. Love, Cody Leinhart age 4 Dear Santa Clause, My name is Arden "Dragos" Burd. Remember I used to live in Moldova but now I have a mommie and daddy who adopted me. I have been real good. I can walk, talk and love. Please bring me a Tickle Me Elmo. I love him. He is a little like me. Mommie and I will leave you some cqokies and milk. I like cookies. Thanks, Dragos Burd age 4 P.S. Mommie wrote this cause I don't speak English yet. Dear Santa Claus, I am 10 years old and my name is Jessica. I have been good this year. I would like to have a Nano baby and a Gigi pet. If you give me a Gigi pet, can it be a tadpole? Please say hello to Mrs. Claus for me! Love, Jessica P.S. Merry Christmas! Dear Santa, My name is Kyle Brumm. I am one year old. I want some new crayons and I want all of the same things my brother Tyler gets because I like to do everything he does. Thanks, Kyle Dear Santa, My name is Tyler Brumm. I am three years old. I want two Batmans because daddy said only two. I want two Robins too. Thank you from Tyler P.S. Don't forget your hat when you come to my house. I will leave it by the cookies. Dear Santa Claus, My name is Donald and I am 2 years old. I have been very good this year. I would like a big red fire truck for Christmas, please. Tell Mrs. Clause hello. Love, Donald Lee Hampton III GREEN STAR, continued from front page have learned," he said.” And the fourth then is to verify what kind of differ­ ence your change in man­ agement has made through collecting data again at har­ vest. Global positioning map­ ping sounds like something foreign, but it is used suc­ cessfully by many in agri­ culture. According to Bodine, there is only one factor af­ fecting yield that farmers can't control, and that's Mother Nature!. He said that aside from "curve balls" thrown by unpredictable weather, most problems like weed and insect control can be managed. But they can be managed better through "precision farming," which is what the Green Star pro­ gram is all about. Sound a little overwhelm­ ing? The concept, according to Bodine, is simple and once the equipment is in place with a little guidence from the local John Deere dealer, anybody can use the information and get good re­ sults. Some may want to share their results with pro­ fessionals who do their field scouting or spraying if those services are contracted out. "We do use global posi­ tioning mapping in our work at the elevator," said Caledonia Farmers Elevator Agronomist Michael Smith. He said that providing in­ formation obtained from harvest to people such as himself would be beneficial to local farmers when plan­ ning for spreading, spraying and scouting for the next year. He cautioned, however, that the nuts and bolts of operations of the program itself and equipment installed on farm machinery could be best explained by the local John Deere dealer. There are other advan­ tages, too, including better record keeping. Yearly data concerning chemical application would all be on the the computer at home should a question arise from the EPA. "It is an important envi­ ronment safeguard," said Bodine. "A safeguard against any 'fires' from the EPA.." The program that Bodine is talking about and the equipment are just as far away as the local John Deere dealer, but the big question is, once purchased, is it user friendly? According to Bodine, the answer is yes. "We made it simple," he said. "We real­ ize that many farmers aren't computer wise." And, according to Bodine, with proper use of the new equipment and software, most farmers will see "'positive results" in three to five years. "There still isn't a way to harvest from your easy chair, or dry corn while in the field, but this is the next best thing," said Bodine. For Four Christmas Sewing Flannel, Polartec®, Fleece, Pillow Panels, Aprons, Fake Fur, Pendleton Wool Christmas Fabrics are 25% Offuntil Jan, 2 QUESTIONS? ASK US... 218 E. 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Now accepting new patients. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 4 Ron Bracy preparing for second Peace Corps tour of duty by Cindy J. Smith StaffWriter Ron Bracy will be leaving Nashville Jan. 19 for a trip to South Africa, in his sec­ ond tour of duty with the Peace Corps. Bracy said that he always wanted to see the world, but not as a tourist. He wanted to experience the way that people from other countries live and see what life else­ where is really like, "to see what tourists rarely ever see," as he put it. So, after retiring from the MESC (Michigan Em­ ployment Security Com­ mission) in 1992, he "ap­ plied" as a volunteer. Soon he was among sev­ eral volunteers leaving America for St. Vincent in 1994. He remained there for two years, working in community development and education. His return home was what he described as 'tough," leaving behind many children he had bonded with during his stay. These children had anything but a bright future. "It's very few people who apply for a second tour," he said. "But you can make a difference to someone's life, and this is something that I really want to do." He will be among 40 volunteers who will spend two years this time, teach­ ing and working with citi­ zens there to make their lives more productive. "There are three goals or objectives involved in every tour with the Peace Corp," said Bracy. "The first, is to share technical knowledge, the second, is to take our culture to them and the third is to bring their culture back to the United States." "We don't do for them," he said, "But we teach them how to do for themselves," speaking of the first two goals. And the third? Bracy said that such information is many times shared with public service agencies, Sv Do You Have Your Christmas Pickle?. ST Pickle ornaments were considered a special decoration by many X families in Germany where the fir tree was decorated on y— Christmas Eve. 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He also said that being a Peace Corps volunteer isn't by any means a way to get rich (they pay living ex­ penses while on tour), but what he does bring back home is much more impor­ tant. He is still in contact with many of the people he met while in St. Vincent and looks forward to "good news," which he sometimes receives from former stu­ dents. One has even gone on to college, something very Member of the Grand Rapids Board of Realtors & the Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, REALTOR® Homer Winegar, GRI (Groduate Realtors Institute) HWIS EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar ...Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells.................. ........... 726-1234 rare there. When asked what he will find when he gets to South Africa, he said he is really uncertain. This trip, like the last, will be full of sur­ prises. 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Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. Call Nyle. (VL-52) A typical day at work: Bracy said that brooms such as the one this man is making were sold for about a $1. Many in St. Vincent floated from one part time job to another and existed on almost nothing. Thank You Graphics , The Reminder �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 5 From previous page — need is a place to sleep." He said that the tropical temperatures there make re­ quirements for shelter much different that what people in Michigan are used to. There is no need for central heat or insulation, most have wood or concrete floors, and many don't have windows or even screens. And transportation? No one has a car, what they call roads arc basically paths, some maybe four-foot wide. Most houses are built on hilltops and materials are carried on foot so they are very small. The schools there, where he spent most of his time are also very different. "Overcrowded and primi­ tive" would be a good de­ scription" according to Bracy. "The money that we are spending here for additions and renovations would build all the schools that they need in St. Vincent," he said. "Some kids here may think that they have it a lit­ tle rough, but over there they work with almost nothing." said. "I would like to estab­ lish a peri pal program and along with South African students, include students that I worked with in St. Vincent." While Bracy was packing his bags for another "adven­ ture," he said that though he knows very little about what conditions he will be living in when he arrives in South Africa, he already knows that the hardest part will be just like the last trip — coming home. "That's the hard part," he said. "It is easy to become very close to people there, especially the kids, and even though you know that you have made a difference, many just don't have much of a future." Secondhand Comers Nashville Buy - Sell • Trade 852-5005 Ron Bracy found his last trip with the Peach Corps to be very touching, and shared some photos with the Maple Valley News. Though most homes in St. Vincent where he was on duty for two. years were mere shacks, there were beautiful churches. The rooms there are small (half the size of classrooms at Maple Valley), with 25 to 30 students in each. There are no computers, basically just pencil and paper. Bracy went on to say that only 40 percent of the chil­ dren there were able to go on to secondary school, which is much like junior high and high school here. he will be staying,;, and is also working on communi­ cation back home, even though his trip is still weeks away. He plans to use e-mail to communicate with students back home while on this trip, something that he couldn't do while in St. Vincent because the tech­ nology wasn't available. "I've already talked with Pat Hansen at the Kellogg School," he said. "I plan to share'Some of my experi­ ences with the fourth-graders while I'm over there," he Nashville Chiropractic Most Insurances Accepted Blue Cross Provider Auto Injury I I New Patient Special rIII $4Qoo i Due Dueday dayof ofservice service iExam, x-ray & Treatment I Expires January 8th, 1998 Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 852-2070 307 N. Main St. Nashville Home ImprovementHeadquarters This is actually a "grand stand” in a village in St. Vincent. These are the kind of conditions that Ron Bracy lived in for two years. He will leave soon for his second Peace Corp assignment in South Africa. Qetek '^Duriiie You were my gift from God the day you were born; The light of my life. You made me jump, walk, skip, run, drive, ride, whistle, sing, cry, laugh, yell, scream, whisper, worry, talk, listen, snoop, pray. I give you back to God and pray He will keep you in His care and that I will see you soon. Love, Mom Many cannot read or write well when they leave pri­ mary school, and they wan­ der from one part time job to another, such as working in the banana fields. "They take a test there when they complete primary school, known as an en­ trance exam," he said. "Only 40 percent pass and are able to go on to secondary school. They do have a sec­ ond opportunity to take the test, but will not be ac­ cepted in a secondary school after the age of 15." Bracy said that one of the things he took along on that St. Vincent tour was his laptop computer, which proved to be an asset to stu­ dents. For some, just learn.ing to type a letter on the key board put them well ahead of classmates. That was one item that would go in his suitcase for this trip to South Africa, where he expects conditions to be somewhat the same; What does one do to pre­ pare for such a trip? "Read a lot!" joked Bracy. "Find out all you can ahead of time through the library or on the Internet.” He has already done some research on the area where Plumbing Drywall • Hardware Siding Electrical Insulation* Roofing Anderson Windows Paneling Dimension Lumber Treated Lumber Cook & Dunn Paints Merillat Cabinetry See Us For • Estimates • Savings Delivery Planning HOMETOWN LUMBERYARD 219 S. State, Nashville v7 CREDIT AC AVAILABLE �The Maple Volley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Poge 6 Obituaries Barry County Commission on Aging menu set Wednesday, Dec. 17 Sliced beef w/mushroom gravy, Duchess potato, broc­ coli w/cheese, roll, margarine, cheesecake, lowfat milk. Thursday,. Dec. 18 Burgundy pork and lowfat gravy, baked potato, asparagus, dinner roll, margarine, birthday cake, lowfat milk. Friday, Dec. 19 Meatballs in Italian sauce/spaghetti, diced carrots, peas, banana, lowfat milk. Monday, Dec. 22 Sliced ham, squash, mixed vegetables, roll and margarine, plums, lowfat milk. son/Sage/Nye; Nashville, game day; Woodland, game day; Delton, Christmas Party and potluck. Tuesday, Dec. 23 Nashville, Christmas party. Tuesday, Dec. 23 Beef tips and gravy, mashed potatoes, spinach, bread/margarine, hot fruit compote, lowfat milk. Events Wednesday, Dec. 17 — Barry County Christmas Party 10:30-1:30, Moose Hall, all sites closed. Thursday, Dec. 18 — Hastings, music; Nashville, bingo; Delton, swim day. Friday, Dec. 19 — Hastings, bingo; Nashville, birthday party; Woodland, puzzle day; Hastings, legal aid, attorney Kaplun 10-12. Monday, Dec. 22 — Hastings, Site Christmas, 10:30, music, Peter- Charles IV. McVey Chester Gospel Church plans holiday events The Christmas melodies of the Chester Gospel Ensemble will be performed at the 1 a.m. service Sunday. Dec. 21, at the Chester Gospel Church, 3744 Vermontville Highway, Charlotte. A Christmas program, with the Chester Young People, will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday. Fellowship will follow. A Country Candle Light Service, featuring special music and message, will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28. For more information, call (517) 543-5488. Diana’s Place The Place to go for Professional Styling Corner of M-66 & Thornapple Lake Road Diana Kuempel - Owner* 852-9481 Ethel A. Brooke NASHVILLE Ethel A. Brooke, age 61, of Nashville, passed away Tuesday, Decem­ ber 9, 1997 at Sparrow Hospi­ tal, Lansing. Mrs. Brooke was bom on June 19, 1936 in Little Chute, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Harriet (VerVoort) VanZeeland. She graduated from Kimberly High School in Kimberly, Wisconsin in 1954, and married William Brooke on November 5, 1960 in Lansing. She was an underwriter for Dairyland Insurance Company in Lansing for 34 years retiring in 1988. She was a member of St. Cyril Catholic Church since 1973 and. a member of the Womens group there. Mrs. Brooke enjoyed bingo, going to Mt. Pleasant and Las "Vegas. She was an avid supporter of her grandchil­ drens activities, and an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Mrs. Brooke was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Harriet VanZeeland; brother, James VanZeeland, and granddaughter, Ashley Brooke. Mrs. Brooke is survived by her husband, Bill; 2 daughters, Mary (David) Malishxjf Eaton Rapids, Kimberly Brooke of Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the staff at HORIZONREAL ESTATE and BUILDERS Dixie Brand Broker/ Builder l/l/e want to invite all our friends, clients, customers, and fellow business people to a holiday party on December 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at our Model at 2475 Ionia Road, Vermontville. Vickie Morrison Office Manager Realtor/Consultant Jerry Schray Maxine Pixley Rhea Ferner Realtor/Consultant Executive Assistant Realtor/Consultant Veteran’s of Foreign Wars. He enjoyed bowling, dancing and was very devoted to his family and friends. Mr. McVey was preceded in death by his mother and father and sister-in-law, Dorothy McVey. He is survived by his wife, Mardell; one son, Gary McVey; two daughters, Debby (Wayne) Kruger and Virginia Wager; two step daughters, Pam Gates and Pat (Rick) Vandenburg; five grandchil­ dren; six great grandchildren; two brothers, Don McVey and Larry (Sally) McVey; one sister, Pat (Ray) Branch. Respecting his wishes, there will be no services. BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS - Charles W. McVey, age 72, of Brownsville, Texas, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 1997 at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas. Mr. McVey was bom April 2, 1925 in Detroit, the son of Charles J. and Verna (Oke) McVey. He moved to the Nashville area in 1941. He served in the United States Navy (CB's) from 1943 to 1946 stationed in the South Pacific and Tokyo. Mr. McVey was employed at E.W. Bliss in Hastings for several years before retiring in 1986. He was a member of the Ohio; two sons, Joseph (Dawn) Brooke of Nashville, Thomas (Lorna) Brooke of Colorado; grandchildren, Nicholas and Brooke Malish, Brandon, Ryan, Holley Joe, Thomas, Skyler Brooke; two sisters, Ione (Paul) Muehlenbein, and Doris (Jack) Kelly both of Appleton, Wisconsin. Mass of Christian Burial took place on Saturday, December 13,1997 at St Cyril Lawrence E. Hook NASHVILLE - Lawrence E. Hook, age 75, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, December 10,1997 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Lawrence was born on August 22, 1922 in Dowling, the son of Hazen and Mildred (Onnsbe) Hook. He attended Dowling Coun­ try School and Hastings High School. He served in the Army during World War II and married Judy Eaton on Decem­ ber 24, 1943 in Hastings. Mr. Lawrence was a auto mechanic for Stan Lassen’s in Battle Creek for 24 years, and also for the Adam Body Shop in Hastings and Buick Garage in Battle Creek. 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Must be a secured loan. “Finance examples: loan amount of $5,000 at 8.25% for 60 months, ans. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and stock car racing. Mr. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, Hazen and Mildred Hook; brother, Allen Hook, and sister, Irene Cousino. Mr. Lawrence is survived by his wife, Judy; son, Larry J. (Judy) Hook of Nashville; three daughters, Judy (Ken) Rogers of Vermontville, Nora Lee (Ed) Hickey of Fine Lake, and Vicky (Bion) Eye of Dowling; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sister, Norma (George) Roush of Hastings. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 13, 1997 at the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Burial took place at Barryville Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Velma Myers Make special gift purchases Simple Interest Catholic Church in Nashville. Reverend Charles Fischer officiated. Burial took place at Deep­ dale Cemetery, Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to Diabetes Association or Kidney Foundation. Arrangements were made by Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nashville. CHARLOTTE - Velma Myers, age 90, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, December 13, 1997 after a lengthy illness. Velma was bom June 30, 1907 in Kalamo Township, the daughter of Leon and Mary (Swift) Briggs. She was a member of the South Cochran Church of God and retired as a linotype opera­ tor at McGrath Defoe Printers after 22 years. She was also a former Wilcox-Gay employee. Mrs. Myers was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton Myers in 1951. Mrs. Myers is survived by her nieces and nephews, Mary Alice (Galen) Tibbett, Gary Lee (Betty) Briggs, Gayle Ann (Dick) Haddix, James (Ardy) Briggs, Joe (Connie) Briggs, Nyle William (Judy) Briggs, and Judy (Ron) Hartgerink. Funeral services will beheld Tuesday, December 16, 1997 at 2:00 p.m. at the Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Richard Mitterling officiating. Interment will take place at Deepdale Cemetery. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 7 Goforths celebrate 60th Paul and Arlie Goforth will be celebrating their 60th anniversary on Dec. 17th. They have nine children, 25 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 2 greatgreat-grandchildren. Cards and well wishes may be sent to Fountain View Retirement Village, 3962 Whispering Way, Grand Rapids, Mich. 49546. CHfcKYL! HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 I p Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; TVll! AERDTASCI.IINCU ohu..1 ,, I I, tvery other Sai. 9 am • 12 h.owi.k and plant ls^kncls. , A ’a®® ■ Wl* t'SCE ftHiialisjIj iiM| ta. il&i ^Hntai - M'teii it Amy liip)HiiijiTa'i rial “filialhi ita- Wpfiii 53 fl« {I!ll fit’ giiD Ea,S(ni[(ffl?h as’jji (fftiit'i el£j tanlsarart jjjjp SMEdiy.Doota'iT ijffiJttWfW fate talite's jYjUf. goM q Butlers to observe 50th anniversary together cartWis ■£ sitf <7.7 ✓Tow r fa TIMEX Robert and Helen Butler of Nashville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 24, 1997. Robert Butler and Helen Everett were married on Dec. 24th, 1947 by Rev. Harold Kraig in Nashville. In 1956, the couple moved to Bellevue, returning in 1983 to their present Nashville address. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1937, entered Federal Service on April 6, 1941, spent 1942-43 with the 119th Field Artillery in the Aleutian Islands, later serving as 1st Lt. with the 517th Field Artillery in the Philippines. He was discharged from active duty in Feb., 1946. He and his brother Charles owned and operated the Bellevue Milling Co. from 1946-1978. He also farmed all of his adult life. He enjoys Civil War and World War II history and gardening. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1945, and was employed by Kellogg’s for 28 years, retiring in 1985. She enjoys her grandchildren and crocheting. The couple has wintered in Florida for the past 21 years. Cards may be sent to: Robert and Helen Butler, 32321 Haven Court, Lot 108, Leesburg, Fla. 34788. Watches CANDIES. JPou/4- Flavoring Oils 63 Flavors 85* /Dmui 8. ✓ 64^ Great Selection of Large Selection of /3UrX Wrapping ✓MO. h Paper Cherries Double Prints EVERYDAY Low, Low Prices Next Day Service ✓Duin For Reminder Action-Ads Call 945-9554 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Reach over 27,000 area homes! ✓ 24 V. AMITY ✓4ia4«l Wallets ✓A 5. 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Located on Main Street, Second Hand Corners is an extension of the Hastings store with the same name, and it's full of new and used merchandise. Rick and Karen Heath have been doing well with their business in Hastings, and when the opportunity arose, they decided to bring their bargains to Nashville. That move took place on Nov. 1, and since then they have brought truck loads of merchandise to the Nashville store. Some might wonder just what can be found in a place such as Second Hand Cor­ ners. It's not a pawn shop. "Our business is buying, selling and trading," ex­ plained Karen Heath. "And it is a good deal for all con­ cerned.” She said that many times a customer will bring in an item that they no longer need or use and "trade" for something they need. Some­ times cash changes hands, and other times it doesn't. "It just depends on the merchandise" she explained. Heath added, "With this kind of arrangement every­ one is happy." FOR HOMEOWNERS I CREDIT PROBLEMS OK FREE APPLICATION BY PHONE 0 > *J Debt Consolidation 0) Cash for Any Purpose I „ Same Day Pre-Approval $10,000 — $ 88/mo $30,000 — $265 /mo $80,000 — $707 /mo Fixed Rates APR».75%e240mo(OAC) 0 > (0I(0 ? ? 0) I E MORTGAGE CENTER CALL 1-800-669-8957 NOTICE The Village of Nashville council regu­ lar meeting scheduled for December 25, 1997 has been changed on Tuesday December 23, 1997 due to the holiday. Nashville Village Council Buying is a big part of her business. There is a sign out front most days with a list of items that are of in­ terest. She that said with the addition of the second store, merchandise that had been stockpiled is going fast and she is constantly re-stocking her shelves. How would one go about unloading unwanted items at Second Hand Corners? Heath said the process is re­ ally quite simple. First, anyone selling mer­ chandise must have proper identification. Once pur­ chased by the Heaths, that item will be identified placed in storage for a twoweek period. During that time, information on that item and others brought into the store is forwarded on to police to assure that nothing on the shelves at Second Hand Corners is stolen mer­ chandise. Once the all clear is given, it is placed on the selves. What might one find at Second Hand Comers? There are car stereos, books, guitars, jewelry and television sets among the items on the shelves. There also are living room and bedroom furniture, (both new and used pieces) dining sets, and one of a kind items like the alligator's head and snake skin currently on dis­ play. "We thrive on the odd and unusual," she joked. The Heaths also plan to add even larger items. When they bought the Nashville store, one of the attractions was the fenced-in area be­ hind the store, ideal for the "really big" stuff. She hopes to have that area ready to use next summer and will be displaying items for sale, like boats and garden trac- • No Sales Pressure • No Hassle There is lots to choose from at Second Hand Corners. Karen is putting more things in the showcase every day. The shop is open days a week and full of both new and used items. tors. For now though, she has her mind on the Christmas season, and has pulled out "treasures" found here and there throughout the year. "I buy Christmas items throughout the year and have lots to choose from," she said. Among them are decora­ tions, lights and artificial trees. When the Heaths are in the Hastings store, they Senior citizen potluck set Dec. 17 A reminder to area senior citizens: Tomorrow (Wednesday) is lunch! According to Madelyn Forest, December's senior citizens potluck is Wednes­ day, Dec. 17, and as usual it will be quite a spread. This month, seniors will meet at the Vermontville Methodist Church, and the luncheon begins at noon. Meat will be furnished, and all are asked to bring their favorite dish to pass, along with table service. "We always have a little program and the food is wonderful," Forest said. Forest said that attendence over the past few months has been poor and she is hoping the holiday season will spark some interest in the group. "Every senior in the area is welcome to be part of our group," she said. "We hope that more will put our lun­ cheon on their calendar and join us for a great time." have lots of help in Nashville. Those shopping here may have met Steve Brooks or Brian Allen. Most are familiar with Brooks, if they have shopped in the Hastings store, but some are a bit confused re­ garding the name Allen. "Not at all affiliated with previous owners," said Karen. And, though, he is new in the buy-sell-trade business, he has impressed store own­ ers in Nashville. "He is really an asset to our community," said Bob­ bie Weller from Bobbie's Nails across the street from the Heaths' shop. Having those employees work back and forth allows for flexibility in hours, which Karen Heath said she feels is important. Second Hand Corners is one of the few businesses in Nashville, that remains open on Sun­ day. "Our doors are open seven days a week," said Heath. "And a little later on Friday night to accommodate ev­ eryone." Second Hand Corners is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with those same hours again on Saturday. On Friday, the doors are open until 7 p.m. and on Sunday customers can shop from noon until 5 p.m. Loans For Homeowners Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval. CommonPoint Mortgage CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 CASTLETON TOWNSHIP TAXPAYERS I will collect taxes at the Township Hall 915 Reed St., on Fridays in December... Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19 & Dec. 26 from 9 a.m. -■ 5 pm Due to my working hours and my husbands death, I will collect at home only by appointment - 852-9863 or mail to Loretta Pixley, Treas. 495 Sunset Lane Nashville, MI 49073 Thank you for your cooperation • In the Privacy of your Own Home • NO CREDIT? • SLOW CREDIT? • 1 ST TIME BUYER? • FRESH START? WALK-IN • DRIVE OUT NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W97 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank on December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th & 31st, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Dec. 31 will be receipted in 1998. Postmarks do not constitute payment. FINANCING AVAILABLE CREDIT HOTLINE CALL NOW! 1-888-539-9818 Dog Licenses: Neutered/Spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/Spayed dog is $12.00. After March 3rd they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail Thank You, ' Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Mi. 49096 • Phone 517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News. Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997_Page 9 Vermontville girl, 4, to model in New York modeline aeencv Serving Our Country Brian R. Thomason day," said Sue who added that the agency has some­ thing called 24/7, which means that supervision will be provided 24 hours a day, seven days a week, getting her to and from modeling sessions. She also will be on the agency's payroll throughout the summer. When it is time for school to begin in the fall, she will be traveling back and forth. "A big commitment for us as parents, but a great start to her career," said mom. "She will be able to start saving for college." While most Americans are celebrating the holiday season at home or with family. Navy Fireman Brian R. Thomason, son of Pamela J. Currier of Nashville, and Brian R. Thomason of Hastings, is scheduled to spend the holi­ days deployed to the Mediterranean and Arabian seas aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington. Thomason is one of more than 65,000 sailors. Marines and Coast Guardsmen who are serving the country, sepa­ rated from their families and loved ones this holiday peri­ od. Thomason is working abroad to preserve peace as part of the nation’s forward defense forces. Aircraft earners like USS George Washington are for­ ward deployed around the world to maintain a U.S. pres­ ence and provide rapid response in times of crisis. They serve as a highly visible deterrent to would-be aggres­ sors and. if deterrence fails, offer the most versatile and powerful weapons available. The 1995 graduate of Maple Valley High School joined the Navy in January 1996. rkxnk v>u United Mby Reaching those who need help. Touching us all* Going Away for the Holiday? Ashley Bowen ®Siin One little girl from Ver­ montville is about to em­ bark on a career as a model, and according to her mother could be on the cover of a magazine or in a television commercial as early as this coming summer. Four-year-old Ashley Bowen has always been "camera friendly" and not a bit shy, according to her parents, Steve and Sue Bowen. A few weeks ago she interviewed with a New York modeling agency, "Search America" in Lans­ ing and was selected to go on to Chicago, where she made her debut Dec. 5. "She was among 1,000 people selected to go on to Chicago representing 38 EWING WELL DRILLING INC. OFFERING COMPLETE WATER & WELL DRILLING & PUMP SALES & SERVICE 4” to 12” WELLS • Residential • Commercial • Farm We stock a complete line of... • Pumps • Tanks • Plastic & Steel Pipe • Other Well Supplies WE OWN OUR OWN EQUIPMENT & DO OUR OWN WORK. Matthew D. Ewing Owner GRAVEL WELLS A SPECIALTY Estimates Available (517) 726-0088 10076 NASHVILLE HWY, VERMONTVILLE modeling agencies," said Sue Bowen. "You should have seen her that weekend, she is a natural." Ashley has always been very photogenic, one of those kids who just loves a camera and isn't a bit shy in front of crowds. Her mother said that at the age of 4 she has said many times that she wants to model when she grows up. The opportunity just came a bit sooner than one might expect. She will be leaving for New York just as soon as school is out next summer, with her mother and younger sister in tow. The three will spend the summer there, with much of Ashley's time in front of cameras. "She will be involved with five to 10 shoots every Don’t forget to see us first for traveler’s checks. As welcome as cash, quickly replaced if lost or stolen, they’re the surest way to take off with complete peace of mind. We will be closing at 1:00 p.m. on December 24, Christmas Eve For Sale Automotive 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817_______________ 1997 PONTIAC SUNFIRE SE Sedan. $17,000 list. Must sell $11,500. 517-726-1142 Mobile Homes 1984 FRONT KITCHEN: Land contract, must sell. Best offer. 1-800-538-7870. A.A.A. AMERICAN ABAN­ DONED REPOS: 3bd„ 2 bath. Good credit, fair credit, no credit, bad credit Anything in trade but kids. Boats, cars, snow­ mobiles, etc. 1-800-984-4663. Eaton Federal Bank ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move if necessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870____________ BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment. Must sell. 1-800-538-7870________ FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870____________ H.U.D. APPROVED 3bd., 2 bath. Payments as low as $250 per month. In by Christmas. Good credit or bad credit Call 1-800-538-7870. DONATE A TOY 1 Once again this year, Eaton Federal will be HI collecting unwrapped toys for| delivery by the Fire Department on Christmas । Eve. Or bring in your new . hats, scarves and mittens fo r—' our Mitten Tree, and non­ perishables for the Holiday | Food Basket. FIVE CONVENIENT LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU: Home Office - Charlotte - 543-3880 Nashville- 852-1830 Eaton Rapids - 663-1551 Olivet-749-2811 Grand Ledge - 627-6292 EQUAL FDIC INSURED HOUSING LENDER OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-Noon �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 10 8th grade eagers win a pair of games The eighth grade basketball players at Maple Valley played as one and as two last week in hard court Pain may be eliminated for millions (SPECIAL) - A drug that is exciting researchers in the treatment of pain has been formulated into a new product known as “Arthur Itis*” and is being called a “Medical Miracle" by some, in the treatment of debilitating con­ ditions such as arthritis, bursi­ tis, rheumatism, painful mus­ cle aches, joint aches, simple backache, bruises, and more. Although the mechanism of action is unclear, experiments indicated that Arthur Itis* relieves pain by first selec­ tively attracting, and then destroying the messenger chemical which carries pain sensations to the brain, thus eliminating pain in the affect­ ed area. Arthur Itis* is avail­ able immediately without a prescription in an odorless, greaseless, non-staining cream or new roll-on liquid form. Arthur Itis* is guaran­ teed to work or your money back. Use only as directed. ©1996, Stellar Health Products, Inc. Mace Pharmacy 219 N. Main St., Nashville 852-0845 action. On Dec. 1, the A team won 40-39 over Bronson, while the B squad lost 28­ 22. Jeremy Wiser scored 15 points and had 7 steals to lead the A team, Nick Jones added 8 points, John Terberg pulled down 6 rebounds, Jason Silsbee grabbed 5 caroms. Andrew Krolik scored 7 points for the B team, Kevin Ripley tallied 5 points and Jake Goodner pulled down 10 rebounds. On Dec. 3, the full squad beat Morrice 45-38. Nick Jones pumped in 10 points, Darin Thrun added 8 points and Devin Phenix had 5 steals and managed 4 rebounds. Lowe, Robins win mat invite Two Maple Valley wrestlers won weight class championships at Saturday’s Middleville Invite and one went over the 100-win plateau with his 3-0 performance. Tyler Robins, at 135, defeated Northview’s Trevor Draper 9-1 for his championship medal. Pat Lowe, at 145, won an 18-7 major decision against Fruitport’s Mike Briggs for his title. Lowe entered the tournament needing two wins to reach 100 for his high school wrestling career and passed that mark by one. “He’s a tough kid and a real competitor,” Middleville Coach Tom Lehman said of Lowe. One other Lion, Andy Adams, also made it to a championship before finishing second. Adams, at 215, was pinned by Middleville’s Miso Glavan in 1:36. 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Choice of main entree daily, seconds on vegetable daily, choice of milk. Honey will be served with rolls to lower fat content, low fat dressings will be offered. Fuller Street School Lunch Menu Wednesday, Dec. 17 Thursday, Dec. 18 HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Business Services call Leonard Hughes, Jr. (517) 852-9040 Log With Horses or Skidder Peis Quick Lube Facility $ | ^99 Other major brands oj oil available. M-66 Tire Motorcycle Tires 616-374-1200 7775 Saddlebag Lake Rd. HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday Banner VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Car, Light Truck, ATV and Ph. (517) 726-0319 The Hastings We Feature No Appointment Needed Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville SEALY POSTUREPEDIC QUEEN MATTRESS SET, luxury firm model, new, never used (in plastic), cost $890, sell $300 OBO, 616-962-1912 O//...945-9554 Hughes Logging People Who Know Use Valvoune* • Custom Collision Repair FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hast­ ings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner. ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. Albert Sears, 25 years experience. 517-726-1347. Ifa/vo/fne. • Vinyl Tops • CarRe-up hoist ering For Sale from Page 12 quarter, 35-25 at half and 55-37 after three stanzas. Harvey did a bang up job on the glass with 10 rebounds. Maple Valley plays at Potterville tonight (Tuesday, Dec. 16). Wanted Standing Timber • Bird Houses • Bird Feeders Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals Friday, Dec. 19 Choose One — tacos, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, green beans, peaches, juice, milk.— NOTE — Choice of lowfat white milk served with each meal. Salad, pizza and chicken nuggets served daily at the high school as an entree. Subscribe TODAY! HOOP ACTION Tacos, green beans, peaches, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Note: Breakfast sold daily. Cold breakfast — 75 cents — cereal, muffin or donut, juice, milk. Menu subject to change, choice of 1 % lowfat chocolate Pre-Christmas Special Prices Gazebos • Lawn Furniture • Lighthouses Thursday, Dec. 18 Choose one lasagna, cheeseburger, pizza, chicken sandwich. Choose two — garden salad, whole kernel com, pears, juice, milk. Looking for a Christmas Tammy Franks. Marge activity for the family on Andrews, Marabeth Graham, Sunday? The "Realms Of Sheri Reynolds, Deb Cooley, Glory" will be performing att Herb Frith, Joe Andrews, Stan the Nashville United Graham, Nyla Stanton, Cindy Methodist Church. Grant, Bill Reynolds, Bill The Choir Cantata is Mason and Kelly Frank. "Everyone is sure to enjoy scheduled to begin at 4pm and many will be familiar with this music," said Pastor Jim "We hope that these voices. Members include Hynes, Ada Yaudes, Elaine Metz, everyone in the community Ruby Ball, Jeanne Brandt, puts this special event on calendar. Sharon Reese, Sue Howard,their BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment Friday, Dec. 19 (1 Mile North of Vermontville) or white milk or whole milk. Nachos, whole kernel com, fresh fruit, cookie, 1/2 pt. milk. Cheese pizza, tossed salad, pear halves, pretzel, 1/2 pt. milk. 5185 N. Ionia Road Vermontville, MI • 517-726-0393 Realms of Glory to perform this weekend Wool Lunch Menu Chicken fries, broccoli with cheese, fresh fruit, chocolate cake, 1/2 pt. milk. Quality Gazebos and Lawn Furniture Recognize any of these faces? This group known as the "Realms Of Glory" will be performing this Sunday at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited. (M-66) On A4-66 in Woodbury, just north of railroad tracks. 6 WEEK OLD CHOW Mix puppies free to good homes. Call 616-948-3632 after 6:00. Wanted NEED EXTRA CHRISTMAS MONEY? WE PAY CASH... Wanted: Newer color T.V.’s, recliners, sleeping bags, camp­ ing equipment, Coleman stoves and lanterns, air compressors, table saws, large power tools, drill press, compact home stereo units, boom boxes, car stereos, speakers, baby beds, playpens, large pet cages, aquariums, guitars and amps, goose and duck decoys, sporting good items, battery chargers, ice fish­ ing poles & shanties, TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR GOLD JEWELRY & SCRAP, pocket watches. Second Hand Comers, Hastings 945-5005 or our new location Second Hand Comers, Nashville, 852-5005 Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0577 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-i74ff �To place your FREE ad and be matched instantly with ares singles, call To listen to area singles describe themselves or to respond to ads, call 1-800-558-4394 Shauna & J-ad Graphics bring you: The Place 24 Hours a Hay! Females Seeking Males Call 1-900-860-2104 ^S! MHUP* * MHUP*. $1.99 per minute CONSIDER THIS Sweet, sensitive, classy, proud SWF, 48, 5'7”, blonde hair,- blue eyes, enjoys biking, dancing, cross country skiing, movies, music and sports, hoping to meet intelligent, com­ passionate, generous, self-respecting SWM, 39-53. Ad#.4949 TRUST IS KEY Single white mother, 35, blonde hair, blue eyes, likes sports, music, reading, camping, I walks and relaxing at home, looking to meet I easygoing, communicative single white male, 35-37. Ad#.4726 LETS CONNECT! SW mother, 21, 5’4”, brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys going out with friends, din­ ing out, movies and more, seeking SBM, 21­ 25, to share friendship, possibly more. Ad#.2147 5^ 5 THE SEARCH FOR MR. RIGHT Single white female, 38, 5'2", brown hair/eyes, loves the outdoors, animals, movies, the beach, camping and craft fairs, in search of dependable single white male, 35+, who is employed and loves children. Ad#.9779 LET’S MINGLE SW mom, 18, 5’8", smoker, lives in the Martin area, enjoys sports, music, dining out, good conversation, non-drinker, seeks SM, 18-28, medium-build, for companionship. Ad#.4444 WAITING TO HEAR FROM YOU Divorced white female, 33, 5’7’, blue-eyed blonde, full-figured, lives in Battle Creek, likes working out, movies, bowling, dancing, seeks fun-loving single m male, 30-50, with similar interests. Ad#.5684 ffff ° /« ■si W®* I I I I I ta-PiRiiiGfMl LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? OLD-FASHIONED VALUES Slim single white male, 22, 6’2”, blue-eyed blond, smoker, enjoys dancing, playing sports, seeks gorgeous single white female, 20-35. Ad#.9111 CELEBRATE LIFE WITH ME Honest, humorous divorced white male, 49, 57", slim, non-smoker, likes the outdoors, hockey, golf, biking, movies, dining out seeks compatible, slender single white female, under 49. Ad#. 1984 Retired single white male, 58, 5'10”, medium build, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, likes cards, gardening, animals, the water, quiet evenings at home, hoping to meet single white female, 45-58. Ad#. 1939 Single white male, 23,6', 152lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, enjoys playing sports, parties, seeks optimistic, honest, trustworthy single white female, 20-25. Ad#.4273 TREAT ME RIGHT SWF, 18, 5’8", 124lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, non-drinker, seeks shy, personable SM, 18-21, who doesn’t talk too much. Ad#.5352 YOUNG GRANDMOTHER Spontaneous single white female, 47, 5’3", medium build, smoker, from Battle Creek, loves her family, camping, dining out, going for drives, seeks personable single white male, 46-55, no games. Ad#. 1317 YOU + ME = US! Friendly SW mom, 25, 5’5", N/S, interests include camping, fishing, walks on the beach, and reading, seeks SWM, 21 -35, for friendship and possible relationship. Ad#.9765 CINDERELLA’S BALL Friendly SWF, 26,5’, slender, blonde hair, blue eyes, smoker, occasional drinker, enjoys singing, country music, dancing seeks medi­ um-built SM, 24-36, for a quality relationship. Ad#.11O5 NICE HOME IS IMPORTANT Hardworking SW mom of two, 35,5’9", brown­ eyed blonde, slender, smoker, ambitious, out­ going, likes hiking, writing, skating, seeks tall, slim SWM, 30-45, with kids great. Ad#.5225 FRESH STARTS Single white mom, 39, 5’4”, 138lbs., brown hair/eyes, smoker, non-drinker, interests include camping, dining out, gardening, danc­ ing, seeking medium-built single white male, 42-48. Ad#. 1269 LOVE IS ON THE WAY CANDLELIT DINNERS I WANT TO BE WITH YOU Spontaneous, adventuresome SWF, 43,5’2", brown hair/eyes, lives in Battle Creek, with various interests, seeking to meet SWM, for companionship. Ad#.4069 I Complacent, optimistic, open-minded, famiI ly-oriented, spiritual SB mom, 36, 5’7", likes soul searching, uplifting personalities, good humor, reading and music, in search of com­ patible SM. Ad#.7568 DON’T LET HER SLIP AWAY STRONG HEARTED DW mom, 33,5'4”, 118lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys home life, music, dancing, movies, hockey games, hayrides, cuddling, seeks caring, honest, fit single/divorced white male, who must love kids. Ad#.1788 BEAUTIFUL BRUNETTE Single whjte female, 58, 4’11", 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacous, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dancing, movies, flea markets and romantic, evenings, seeking compas­ sionate single male, 50-60. Ad#. 17 1735 BE MY TEDDY BEAR Single white female, 46, 5'5”, brown hair, blue eyes, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys dining out, dancing and movies, seeks cud­ dly, employed singl single white male, 35-53, over 5’11”, 190lbs. 190l preferred. Ad#. 1266 FIT AND TRIM Optimistic SWF, 71, 5’6”, N/S, non-drinker, lives near Bangor, employed, enjoys walking, yard work, attends church regularly, seeks SWM, 60-75, to share life with. Ad#.2731 UNIQUE WOMAN Single white mom, 43,5’4”, brown hair/eyes, hobbies include sports, shopping, movies, dining out, home life, seeks single black male, 40-60. Ad#.1006 IT WAS MEANT TO BE... Intelligent DW mom, 34,5’8", heavyset, N/S, from Bloomingdale, enjoys time with her kids, animals, camping, fishing, seeks accepting SWM,, under 45. Ad#.4710 THE TIME OF OUR LIVES Appealing SWF, 18, 57”, medium-built, smoker, lilives in Hastings, likes spending time with friends, movies, beach walks, seeks trustworthy SM, under 22, for nice times together. Ad#.6699 FILL MY EMPTY HEART Single white female, 34, 5’2”, brown hair, brown eyes, enjoys plays, movies, dining out, shopping, seeks single white male, 38 38-­ 49, with a beard, medium-built, for friendship. Ad#.83O2 ONE CALL WILL DO IT Lonely SWF, 18, 5’8”, 170lbs., N/S, nondrinker, lives in Hastings, likes basketball, shopping and baseball, seeks averag average-built SBM, 18-25, without kids, for possible le relationship. Ad#.7411 OPEN-MINDED Personable single white female, 22, 5’4", lives in Battle Creek, enjoys playing football, long'walks in the woods, clubbing, swiml ming, seeking single white male, 21-26. Ad#.8247 DO YOU FIT THE BILL? Single white mom, 21, 5’7”, 130lbs., brown hair, gorgeous green eyes, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys bowling, shooting pool, seeks single white male, 22-30, over 5'7", with similar interests. Ad#. 1195 NEED I SAY MORE? Single white Christian female, 58, 5’4", 120lbs., brown hair, green eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys motorcycling, line dancing, swimming, seekss spontaneous, funny singl single white Christian male, 50-60. Ad#.5817 CRY FOR LOVE - SW mom, 30,5'8", employed, N/S, likes camp­ ing, fishing, the outdoors, looking to meet spontaneous, fun-loving, open-minded SWM, 28-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.4564 Single white mother of two, 49,5’2”, likes trav­ eling, dining out, the theater, casinos, quiet evenings and good conversation, seeks friendly, open-minded single white male, who likes children. Ad#.3948 WOMAN OF PROMISE GET TO KNOW ME SBCF, 48, 5’6", full-figured, N/S, occasional drinker, hobbies include sewing, reading, walks on the beach, traveling, seeking medi­ um-built SM, 47-58, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.4987 Kind-hearted SWF, 48, 5’4”, 187lbs., N/S, social drinker, loving, enjoys quiet evening, bowling, camping, movies, cooking, seeks a S gentleman, 45-58, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.3225 Single white female, 30, 5’7”, medium-build, non-smoker, professional, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys movies and relaxing at home, seeks single white male, 30-40. Ad#.4761 AWAY FROM IT ALL LIVE FOR TODAY SW mom, 20, 5’5”, medium build, N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enjoys movies and dance dubs, seeking SWM, 20-26, physique unimportant, for possible relationship. Ad#.4198 COULD BE YOURS SWEETNESS Single white female, 30, 5’6", smoker, resides in Springfield, interested in weekend getaways, seeking to meet single white male, 29-35, for friendship first. Ad#.9367 KEEP IN TOUCH SWF, 32, 5’, outgoing and friendly, employed, enjoys ice skating, roller-skating, walks in the woods, movies, seeking SWM, 29+, who likes children. Ad#.2424 Widowed white female, 48,5'8", medium build, non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, bowling, the outdoors, seeks single white male, 43-50, kids okay, for friends first. Ad#.1133 EXUBERANT SNAF, 18, 5'8", N/S, hobbies include skiing, billiards, clubs, basketball and quiet times, seeking compatible SM, physique unimpor­ tant. Ad#. 1981 Br NO HEAD GAMES Romantic SWM, 50, affectionate, outgoing, lives in Portage, professional, has a variety of interests, seeks loving SWF, 34-58, who is compatible for a long term relationship. Ad#.5238 SW mom, 24, 5’2”, smoker, lives in Bangor, employed, enjoys time with her son, beach walks, horseback riding, seeks SWM, 21-30, to spend time with. Ad#.3315 SEE THE BEAUTY IN LIFE as ■ D®1 *Sand • Pal NEW IN TOWN SWF, 18, 5*2”, 120lbs.,.from Hastings, outgoi ing and friendly, smoker, enjoys going out, the outdoors, seeking SWM, for friendship. Ad#. 1478 . THINK ABOUT ME? I I I I your monthly telephone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a touchtone ADVENTURESOMEl Outgoing SW mom 23, 5'9”, average-built, N/S, light drinker, lives in Oswego, likes camping, bowling, playing pool, seeks fun­ loving SW SWM, 21-27, with similar interests. Ad#.5656 SW mom, 41, 5’11", 165lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, outgoing, enjoys long walks, hot tubs,-dining out, spending time with friends and family, movies and much more, seeking easygoing SWM, 35-50, who likes children. Ad#.4141 ONLY $1.99 per minute will be charged to Outgoing SWF, 25, 5’6”, smoker, loves ani­ mals, camping, fishing, racing, music,, seeks SWM, 27-37, with mutual interests. Ad#.2525 Honest, sincere SW mom, 30, 5’5", medium build, N/S, occasional drinker, enjoys dining out, walking on the beach, dancing, bowling, seeks medium-built SW dad, 31-38. Ad#.4646 I I I I I I I I I I 1-900-860-2104 FRIENDS FIRST Hardworking single white female, 34, 5’4", enjoys computers, movies, spending time with friends and good conversation, seeks single female, 25-40, non-smoker. Ad#. 1409 LOVING HEART Friendly single white mom, 32, 5'10", light brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys sports events and children, seeking tall, single white male, 25^35. Ad#. 1233 ENERGETIC Single black female, 29, 5’8”, attractive, non­ smoker, likes trips to Chicago, seeks secure, professional single white male, 25-32. Ad#.1225 THE PERFECT CHEMISTRY Affectionate, kind-hearted WWWF, 58, 5’2”, medium build, dark hair, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys gardening, hiking, fishing and more, seeks S WM, 60+. Ad#. 1663 CUTE & PETITE Sweet, slender SWF, 18, 5'6", from Nashville, enjoys shopping, concerts, sporting events, working out, listening to music, seeking respectful and articulate SWM, under 25. Ad#.6996 PICTURE THIS Full-figured SW mom of one, 19, 5’4”, blonde hair, blue eyes, N/S, non-drinker, likes movies, photography, seeks mature, honest SM, 18­ 35, ready to settle down. Ad#.7129 A BRIGHTER SIDE ANY CHEMISTRY? Amicable single white mom, 28, 5'6”, blonde hair, brown eyes, from Battlecreek, interested in rollerblading, dining out, movies, time with son, seeks single white male, 28-32, non­ smoker. Ad#.1968 ROMANTIC MOMENTS Baptist single white female, 39, 5*1”, 115lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, non-smoker, non­ drinker,- enjoys fishing, camping, seeking out­ going single white male, 40-45, kids okay. Ad#.1397 LET’S GET TOGETHER Single white mom, 30,5'4", non-smoker, nondririker, from Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, the mall, playing mini golf, seeks single white male, 30-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#. 1024 NOT TOO FAST Outgoing, friendly SWF, 22, 5’7", N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enjoys dancing, socializing, seeking fun-loving,compassionate SWM, 2128.Ad#.2122 GET TO KNOW ME Shy single white mom, 40, 5’6", auburn hair, green eyes, independent, from Augusta, enjoys long drives, country music, camping, looking for affectionate single white male, 38­ 45, non-smoker. Ad#.2476 NEW IN TOWN Slender single white female, 35, 5’2”, blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, enjoys football, seeking single white male, 40-47, for friend­ ship first. Acfe.3106 LOVE TO SPOIL YOU Happy SW mom of one, 37, 5’6”, mediumbuilt, N/S, lives in Bangor, likes music, walking, sunsets, seeks mature, honest SWM, 36-52, for lifetime relationship. Ad#.2286 Single white female, 42, 5'4", medium build, non-smoker, enjoys dining out, volleyball, bicy­ cling, hiking, camping, seeking single white male, 42+, with similar interests. Ad#.5255 A REAL SWEETHEART Fun-loving SWF, 53, 5'2”, medium build, N/S, non-drinker, interests include stockcar racing, fishing, camping, music, short trips, seeks honest, sincere SWM, 45-55, for long-term relationship. Ad#.21O9 Single white female, 49, 5’9”, medium build, sandy brown hair, smoker, social drinker, enjoys family gatherings, animate, camping, cooking, ng, walks, dining out, seeks single white male, 40-60. Ad#. 1948 LET’S HAVE FUN SWF, 28, 5'2”, slender, blonde hair, smoker, employed, seeking medium-built SWM, age unimportant. Ad#. 1969 SERIOUS ONLY Personable single, white female, 72,5’3”, slim, non-smoker, from the Hastings area, enjoys dancing, fishing, camping and traveling, seek­ ing honest, loving single white male, 65-72, for friendship first. Ad#.1965 CONTACT ME! Energetic, outgoing single white female, 25, 5'2”, smoker, lives in Kalamazoo, enjoys the outdoors, movies, quiet times, seeks under­ standing, open-minded single white male, 2530.Ad#.7312 INTO PHOTOGRAPHY? SW mom, 41, 5'7", brown hair, glasses, N/S, enjoys time with her daughter, bowling, danc­ ing, seeks truthful, comminicative SWM, 3847, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.11O4 TAKE IT SLOW Attractive, intelligent single white female, 34, 5’4", red hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, from Battlecreek, enjoys running, "skiing, the outdoors, wants to meet a professional single male. Ad#.1729 CAN YOU UNDERSTAND? Active SWF, 20, medium build, likes bowling, roller-skating, shopping, movies, seeks honest, sincere, cere, fun-loving SBM, 22-28, N/S, non non-­ drinker, for friendship first. Ad#.4117 AMBITIOUS Energetic, down-to-earth SW mom, 34, 5'2”, 125lbs., self-employed, smoker, non-drinker, seeks SW dad, 36-45, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.3434 COUNTRY DRIVES... Single white male, 37, 5’8", 160lbs., from Battle Creek, enjoys the outdoors, music, racing, camping, traveling, seeks single white female, 32-42. Ad#.3624 TO FIND OUT MORE... Single white male, 45,6’, lives in Battle Creek, in search of communicative singl single white female, for companionship. Ad#.1152 GREAT TIMES AWAIT US Fun-loving SWM, 41, 5’7”, 170lbs., N/S, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys sports, romantic evenings and spending time outdoors, seeks caring, sensitive, humorous SWF, 35-50, with an open mind. Ad#.2974 LONG TERM? SWM, 52,5’6", brown hair, hazel eyes, lives in the Otsego area, enjoys camping, outdoor activities, movies and quiet evenings at home, seeking SWF, for friends-first relationship,. Ad#.6944 OPEN YOUR HEART Single white male, 47, 6’, medium-build, shy, reserved, enjoys gardening, dining out, seeki single white female, 38+, with similar intering ests. Ad#.275O ONE OF A KIND Independent, accepting, loyal, open-minded SWM, 28, 5’7", reddish-brown nair, green eyes, employed, interests are movies, art, music, reading, antiques and cars, seeking compatible, slender SF, 18-38. Ad#.1896 UNIQUE Divorced white dad, 41, 6’, 175lbs., auburn hair, blue eyes, smoker, seeking slender single white female, 25-50, for companionship. Ad#.4882 . DINNER DATE? Single white male, 38, enjoys dining out, going to the movies, spending time with family and friends, lookingg tor an attractive, kind-hearted single white female, 19-50. Ad#.7864 FUN TO BE WITH Single white male, 49, 6’, fit, blue eyes, hon­ est, enjoys long drives, cooking, pool, renting movies, poetry, oldies music, seeking compassionate, romantic, employed single white female, 40-49. Ad#.3844 BLUE-COLLAR GUY Sociable single white male, 36,5’10”, smoker, likes movies, walking in the snow, staying home, seeks single white female, 26-40, with­ out kids, for a serious relationship. Ad#. 1331 DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH Humorous, personable SWM, 35, 5*4”, brown hair, green eyes, likes hunting, watching, movies, children, bike riding and auto racing, seeks fun-loving, employed SWF, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.55OO LIVES FOR ADVENTURE Professional single black male, 39,6'1”, medi­ um build, non-smoker, from the Battle CreekKalamazoo area, enjoys traveling, dining out and more, seeks attractive, educated and hon­ est single black female, 20-32. Ad#.5363 NEED TO LIKE CHILDREN Hospitable DW father of two, 39,5’10”, enjoys movies, dining out, quiet times and the out­ doors, in search of lovely SWF, under 40, N/S. Ad#.6986 TEDDY BEAR TYPE! SWM, 40, 6*, N/S, from South Haven, enjoys walks on the beach, movies, watching sun­ sets, seeks caring, loving SWF, under 45. Ad#.3836 YOUR SEARCH IS OVER Active SW dad, 43,5'8", smoker, light drinker, enjoys outdoor activities, hunting, crafts, bowl­ ing. rock and roll music, wants to meet a slen­ der SWF, 36-44. Ad#.3456 SOUND APPEALING? Single white male, 25, 5'5", 165lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, from Battlecreek, hobbies are fishing, bowling, swimming, wants to meet a fun-loving single white female, 19-26, who likes outdoor activities. Ad#.9O46 OUT FOR COFFEE Retired, honest and compassionate SWM, 43, 5’11”, 159lbs., enjoys card playing, fishing, bowling and children, seeking compatible, relationship-minded S/DWF, 33-53. who enjoys good conversation. Ad#.3343 SINCERELY YOURS Humorous SWM, 33,5'8", slim, smoker, social drinker, employed, from Hastings, enjoys music, camping, walks, singing, hoping to meet kind-hearted, easygoing SWF, under 37. Ad#.1221 PURE MOTIVES Kind-hearted single white male, 45, 6'2”, 175lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, from Battle Creek, enjoys music, campfires, good conversations, seeks slender single white female, 30-42. Ad#.1016 HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU Attractive SW dad, 25, 6'2”, 175lbs., blond hair, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys joys bowling, horsehorse­ back riding, seeks SWF, 18-35, children wel­ come, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.1964 WHY NOT CALL TODAYI Single black male, 33, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, seeks outgoing, slender single Hispanic female, under 26, to spend time with. Ad#.2596 Heavyset single white male, 28, 6’2", smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys sports, dancing, going out with friends, quiet times at home, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#.515O Cheerful single white mom, 38, 5'5", medium build, enjoys family times, country music, dancing, seeks kind, honest, sincere single white male, 33-48. Ad#.1O96 PRINCE CHARMING WANTED Slender single Hispanic female, 32, 5’1”, nonsmoker, enjoys cooking, rollerblading, sports, biking, resides in Battle Creek, seeking slim single Christian male, 24-40. Ad#.1264 TIME NEVER STOPS Bashful, reserved SW mom, 21,5'5”, medium build, interests are movies, dining out, quiet times, seeks friendly SWM, 21-30, N/S, non­ drinker. Ad#. 1123 Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute SHY AT FIRST SWM, 29, 5'11”, medium-build, auburn hair, brown eyes, enjoys country music, camping, swimming, horseback riding, seeking SWF, under 32. Ad#.6080 ■ DINNER AND DANCING? Single white male, 32, 6’2”, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys all sports, shooting pool, fishing, movies, seeks slender single white female, 28-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.2166 DIAL MY NUMBER SWM, 37, 5’11”, shy, smoker, enjoys fishing, bowling, playing baseball, seeking SF, under 40, for special times. Ad#.1923 YOU WON’T REGRET IT! Attractive single black male, 23, 5’10", slim, non-smoker, from the Detroit area, enjoysmovies, playing pool, going to clubs, seeking a single white female, under 28. Ad#.7535 A FRESH START COMMON BOND Single white male, 23, 6’2", enjoys movies, dining out, and romantic evenings, seeking single white female, under 26, for serious rela­ tionship. Ad#.9122 FRIENDS FIRST Employed, educated single white male, 45, 5'11", non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys music, movies, concerts, seeks single white female, 25-47, children welcome. Ad#.5236 WAITING FOR YOU Single white dad, 37,5'8", non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek area, enjoys riding bikes, shoot­ ing pool, movies, dining out, walks, quiet evenings at home, seeks slender, single white female, 25-40, children welcome. Ad#. 1613 TELL NO TALES Professional SWM, 24, 5’9”, N/S, lives in Hastings area, enjoys sports, quiet evenings, going out on weekends, seeks SF, 21-27, medium-build, without children. Ad#.2626 IS IT YOU? Single white dad. 38, 5’9”, 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 NEW IDEAS? LEAVE A MESSAGE LOOK AT THIS QUIET NATURE ADVENTUROUS Attractive single black male, 23, 5’9", 155lbs., non-smoker, lives in Saginaw, likes clubbing, bowling, movies, shooting pool, seeks fun-loving single white female, under 25, with similar interests. Ad#. 1414 Shy single white male, 36,5'5", medium-build, brown hair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys camping and travel, seeks single white female, 32-38, non-smoker, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.1536 Even-tempered SWM, 47,5'8”, heavyset, N/S. light drinker, employed, likes comedy, history, reading, seeks special SF, age unimportant, who enjoys travelling and shopping. Ad#.5857 NO HEAD GAMES ATTENTION LADIES... SIMILAR INTERESTS? VERY APPEALING Slim SWM, 34,6*. loves horses, dancing and romantic evenings, seeks level-headed, upfront, enjoyable SF, under 38. Ad#.3369 Hardworking, professional SWM, 24, 5’10", slim, a smoker, enjoys movies, nightclubs and good conversation, seeks upbeat, vibrant SWF, 21-28, no moms please. Ad#.6977 NEW GUY IN TOWN Romantic SWM, 50,6’, N/S, lives in Marshall, enjoys Harleys, oldies, shooting pool, movies, short walks and long drives, seeks caring SWF, for monogamous long-term relationship. Ad#.1002. I DON’T BITE Single white male, 50, medium build, non­ smoker, seeking single white female, 28-50, for possible relationship. Ad#.354O DYNAMITE CHARACTER Single white male, 43, 6’4", medium build, non-smoker, professional, from the Battle Creek, area, enjoys camping and sporting events, seeks single white female, 37-48. Ad#.4235 FRESH START Friendly single white male, 48, 5’9”, medium build, non-smoker, humorous, caring, hon­ est, enjoys dining out, movies, art, boating, traveling, flea markets, seeking single white female, 33-46. Ad#.8O11 NEW ADVENTURES Single white male, 32, 5'11", medium build, brown hair, blue eyes, smoker, employed, enjoys biking, family gatherings, lives in Battle Creek, seeks caring, honest, childless single white female, 23-36. Ad#.6915 RUNS DAILY SWM, 20, 6’1", 150lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, interests include swimming, biking, par­ tying, from South Haven, seeks honest, romantic SWF, 18-23. Ad#.1O77 BE MY COMPANION Shy DWM, 49, 6'2", slim, brown hair, hazel eyes, smoker, enjoys camping, gardening, the beach, fox hunting, lives in Middleville, seeks slender SWF, 37-45. Ad#.7291 LOOK MY WAY Hardworking SW dad of two, 21, 5*4”, N/S, seeks SWF, under 25, single moms welcome, for possible relationship. Ad#.7576 Romantic, affectionate SWM, 27,5’6”, living in the South Haven area, loves to travel, in search of compassionate, fun-loving SWF, 25­ 35. Ad#.2001 Single white male, 25, 6’3”, 290lbs., brown hair/eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys dining out, seeks fun-loving, trustworthy single female, 18-30.. Ad#.9468 MOMS WELCOME SWM, 39, 5'10”, 175lbs., dark hair, blue eyes, mustache, outgoing, friendly, lives in Dunton, enjoys sports, comedy concerts, playing cards, seeks attractive, active SWF, 25-42. Ad#.7777 SPONTANEOUS TYPE OF GUY SWM, 18, 5*2”, smoker, lives in Hastings, employed, seeks slender SWF, 18-21, who likes going out and having a good time. Ad#.2379 HARD WORKER BEST THERE IS Professional, financially secure SWM, 49, 57", medium build, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys traveling, dining out, museums, the beach, antique shows, cuddling, seeks honest, loyal, slender SWF, 39-53. 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M P H W S ys Male Divorced Hispanic White B F C Single WW NA Non-smoker Double Dater A Black Female Christian Asian Widowed Native American Senrice provided by Direct Response Marketing, Inc. 2451 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, N.Y. 14221 SS, JW 1208 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Tuesday, December 16, 1997 — Page 12 Four Lion wrestlers place at Concord Tournament last week Pat Lowe went 3-0 to win first place weight class honors at the Concord Tournament. Lowe pinned Addison's Chris Sherry in 44 seconds, Erie Mason's Bryan McClain in 1:48 and Dansville's Shane Jones in 3:01 for his first-place achievement. Tyler Robins, at 135, and Jason Grasman, at heavyweight, both had third place performances for the M.V. squad. Robins pinned Dansville's Shane Frost in 5:00, won a 15-0 technical fall over Vandercook Lake's Jacob Cure and defeated Eaton Rapids' Kris Haundel 7-1. Grasman pinned Camden’ Frontier's J.P. Destardin in 1:37, pinned Leslie's Brian Fletcher in 3:36 and pinned Grass Lake's Chuck Babaghian in 4:23. The fourth Lion to medal was Trevor Wawiernia who placed sixth in the 140pound weight class. Wawiernia pinned Springport's Randy Betz in 4:32, defeated Addison's Richard Youtsey 9-0 and won over Erie Mason's Ralph Baraggina 11-6. Lions' matman Jeff Jones puts Tiger Stush Minter in a tough position at Delton last Monday. Lions force shots, fall twice in varsity basketbail action Not even Cody Page's long-range, record-setting shooting exhibition could keep Maple Valley's varsity basketball team from defeat on Friday night. Page drilled six 3-pointers to tie an M.V. record, but Coach Jerry Reese's still lost to Morrice 70-63. Page, who finished with a team-high 22 points, tied Scott L&nz for the school mark for triples. Lenz also made six in 1988. Chris Hartwell and Trent Harvey each scored 7 points also for the Lions, how 0-2. Maple Valley's Tyler Robins wraps up Allegan's Matt Hall in wrestling action last week at Delton. Troyer’s Natural Smoked Lean Boneless Ham Andy Mahar led the Orioles with 24 points and Chris Smith added 19 markers. Morrice led at halftime 33-24, but Maple Valley pulled ahead by two points with two minutes to play in the third quarter. The Orioles, though, responded with a run of their own and held an eight-point edge (47­ 39) heading into the fourth quarter. A key factor in the game was free throws as Morrice made 22-of-33 attempts from the charity line, while ork Chops Middleville 67 Maple Valley 54 Page scored 16, Andy Oleson 13 and David Taylor 10 for the host Lions who trailed 15-13 after one See Hoop action, P. 10 Troyer’s Fresh Lean Boneless Center Cut Pork Bulk Bacon LoinRoast Fresh Frozen 1 Lb. Pkq., Thorn Apple Valley Boneless M.V. hit just 3-of-6. Morrice, 19-6 last season and currently 2-0, scored 24 points in the final frame to close out the contest. Harvey had 4 steals, while* Hartwell and Brandon Phenix each hit 3-pointers to give the M.V. team eight triples on the night. |£SR Roasting hickens Cocktail Smokies or Franks 99£. Asst., IGA vegetables Corn, Mixed Vegs., Peas, Carrots, Tomatoes. 2 Liter B 251 .. 15-20 Oz., IGA Pineapple or Yams Peaches 99* 69* 48 Oz., IGA 10.75 Oz,, IGA salad Oil Cream Soups WithOne wSB Completed RERSII Products 40 Oz., Princella Super Saver Card! 10 Lb. Bag, Larsen Idaho Potatoes! 12 Oz. Ralston Rice, Corn or 15.1 Oz., Kellogg’s Honey Nut Corn Flakes '/! Gal., Bareman’s Wheat Chex 2% Milk 16 Oz., Bareman’s Cereal Sour Cream or Chip Dip IGA Ph 726-0640 •fa j. 79c Vermontville Grocery - and- Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday s � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-12-23.pdf 221bdd8928f91d7856cd15db591fc6af PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A. Nashville, Michigan Phone 945*9554 (Hastings) Vol. 125-No. 51 — Monday. December 22, 1997 Christmas Baskets a success locally The Christmas Baskets pro­ ject in Vermontville again was a success due to the generosi­ ty and caring of area business­ es. schools, organizations, churches and citizens. More than 150 individuals representing 50 families will receive baskets of food, per per-­ sonal care products, hand-knit items and toys this year. Many people come together to make the project a success. Some of them include scouts who wrap the gifts provided by the Marines in the Toys for Tots program; school children who decorate paper sacks to fill with presents and gather canned foods; donated money that buys food items and pro­ certificates vides gift redeemable at Vermontville Grocery; craft groups that knit and crochet slippers, afghans, mittens, hats.and lap robes all year, area churches that pro­ vide workers to sort food and pack the baskets. Organizers said the number of people who offer their time and talent to this project is testimony to the spirit of community in Vermontville. The fifth- and sixth-grade students from Maplewood School collected 1365 pounds of canned food in support of the Nashville and Vermont­ ville Community Christmas Basket Program. Mrs. Bunker’s fifth-grade class brought in the greatest amount of food, collecting 300 pounds, and entitling them to a pizza party as a reward for their efforts. For further details or answers to questions about this year’s efforts, call one of the committee workers: Eunice Benedict. 726-1185; Joe Ann Nehmer, 726-1019; Hildred Peabody. 726-0674; Linda Ramey. 726-0681; or Denise Wells. 726-1234. Lois Elliston from Nashville presents a check for $ 125 collected from Maplewood staff, to be used for the com­ munity food baskets, from Principal Nancy Potter (right). Coloring contest winners set Beyond the presents, parties, and pretty packaging that have come to symbolize Christmas to many, there still exists the true universal spirit of love, peace, and hope that the birth of one small child brought to this world. In the spirit of that first Christmas may you C and your loved ones experience days filled with good fellowship. May the new year m■fAtgJ ■ hold good fortune, great happiness, and a multitude of blessings. M H raphics Our warmest wishes to you, our valued friends and customers The winners in the Maple Valley News coloring con­ test are as follows: Ages 6 and under — First, Kimberly Smith, Nashville; second, Jon Reid, Vermontville; third, Niko Rose, Nashville. Ages 7 to 10 — First, Sarah Trumble, Ver­ montville; second, Grace Parr, Nashville; third, Nathan Byler, Vermontville. First-place winners will get a $25 gift certificate; second will get a $20 cer­ tificate and third, a $10 cer­ tificate. In This Issue... • Dairy industry prospects bleak, MMPA president tells group • Winter prep sports preview in this issue • Letters to Santa from local kids • Childers family prepares for sad holiday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 2 Latest donations to Putman District Library Putnam District Library: Adult Fiction Homecoming by Danielle Steele. The Angel of Darkness by Caleb Carr, Violin by Anne Rice. The Matarese Count­ down by Robert Ludlum, Comanche Moon, by Larry McMurtry, Deadspin by Gregory MacGregor, Survival of the Fittest by Jonathan Kellerman. The Cobra Event by Richard Preston, Cat and Moose by James Patterson, The Concrete Blonde by Michael Connelly, Debt of Latest donations to the Putnam District Library are* In memory of Edna Smith by Michael and Jean-. Apple? man; in memory of Harold Woodard.by-Jim and Delores Knoll and Jim Erwin; in mem­ ory of Nancy Stooks Mac Clary by Bruce and Pamela Barnes; in memory of Robert L. Cole, Norma Lindsey Graham and Carl Bahs by the Class of 1943, in memory of Betty Wood by Glenn and Sue Ainslie. Latest books, etc. to the Holidays Diana’s Place > T^e place 10 S° for Professional Styling Comer of M-66 & Thomapple Lake Road Owner - Diana Kuempel ©J 852-9481 Honor by Tom Clancy. The Gat Who Played Post Office by Braun, Wizard and Glass by Stephen King, The Lightkeeper by Susan Wiggs, The Ghost by danielle Steel. If Looks Could Kill by Heather Pozzessere. Remember When by Judith McNaught Vegas Heat by Fem Michaels. Another Spring by June Bacher. When Hearts Awaken by June Bacher. Slant by Greg Bear. Videos The Mirror Has Two Faces. Eddie, Wild America, Jungle 2 Jungle. First Kid. Jurassic Park. Shaq. The Lost Inkwell, Matilda, Jummy Hollywood, Blue Chips. Above the Rim, Manhattan Murder Mystery, Jingle All the Way, A Good Man in Africa. Michael Jordon Air Time, Super Sunday. The Santa Claus, Christmas Vacation, Casper, Beauty and the Beast. The Enchanted Christmas. Winnie the Pooh and Christopher Robin. Buy life insurance and save on your, home and car. henyonbuyyourliteinsurancefromusthroughAutoOwners Insurance, you’ll receive special discounts on your home, mobile home or car insurance. We’ll save you money. As an independent Auto- Owners agent, we take great interest in you — as well as your home and car. We are specialists in insuring people and the things they own. s^luto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business 7hlNo fkopdg,K Trumble Agency 178 Main, Vermontville 517-726-0580 Juniors Pooh’s First Day of School, Pooh's Neighborhood. Pooh Plays Doctor by Disney, Comet's Nine Lives by Jan Brett, Anastasia by Don Bluth. Non-Fiction Airborne by Tom Clancy,, Baseball More than 150 Years by David Nemec, The Yale University School Medical by Yale University. Tree Houses by Peter Nelson, Haunted House Halloween Handbook by Jerry Chavez. The Child­ ren’s Book of Heroes by William Bennett. Local optometrists to offer free eye exams locally Drs. Bard and Scott Bloom of Hastings and Dr. John Hemming of Lake Odessa, as members of the Michigan Optometric Association, are donating their time and ser­ vices to provide free eye examinations to low-income working people and their fam­ ilies. The program is called “Vision USA” and besides free eye exams, people eligi­ ble for the program will receive eyeglasses, if needed, for a reduce fee. During January low-income working people can be screened for eligibility for Vision USA by calling 1-800­ 766-4466. Qualified appli­ cants will be assigned avail­ able appointments with eye doctors in their area. The eye exams will be given in optometrists private offices primarily in March, coincid­ ing with the celebration of “Save Your Vision” week. To qualify for the free eye care, persons must be working or part of a household with one member working; have no private or government health insurance; have income below an established level based on family size; and have had no eye examination within the past two years. This program is available to children and adults of all ages. Maplewood School Principal Nancy Potter (right) presents nts a check to Denice Wells and Eunice Benedict from Vermontville. Shown in the picture displaying some of thefood col­ lected are, Orann McCauley, McCauley, April April Kellogg, Scott Duke and Lacey Wiser. by Kathy 9-12 Sat. Flowers and Gifts Serving all surrounding areas and funeral homes Olfclefloia LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. Evening Worship . .. .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting..................... 7 p.m. PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. Corner of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) Sunday School................ 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ............. 11a.m. (Nursery Provided) CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Meeting at Maple Valley High School Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service................ 7 p.m. PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m. Church School ................. 10 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC LISON REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, • Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East of M-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTOR GEORGE GAY Phone: (517) 852-9228 One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road. NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service................................. 7 Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ................... 10 a.m. Fellowship Time..... 10:30 a.m. Adult Class................... ,10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Sunday School................ 9:45 a m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship.......... .6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A..M. Worship 9:30 a.m. S.unday School 11a.m. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE (517) 852-1993 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road Sunday A.M. Worship .................... 10:30 a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children's Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship 301 Fuller St., Nashville MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH M-79 West Sunday Schoo W.orship........... A.fter School Special Wed. 10 a.m. 1 a.m. . .4 p.m. PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. REV. DANIEL SMITH VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the comer of State and Washington streets Worship Service............ 9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L. HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion ............... 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................... 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School .................. 10 a.m. Church Service.................. 11a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 3 Budget cuts don’t stop kids’ Christmas musical It's almost curtain time! This little kitten is getting the finishing touches before going on stage to present "Mice In The School" The fact that there is no elementary music program at Maple Valley didn't stopped the children from performing their annual Christmas musical last Thursday evening. There hasn't been any "formal" program since the announcement came last spring to cut the music pro­ gram, when the Board of Education members were faced with what they de­ scribed as "tough" decisions that were necessary to bal­ ance the budget. After that decision was made, the high school pro­ gram was reinstated on a limited basis. It would be offered only one hour during the day. Elementary music however, was gone. But school board member Wayne Curtis decided that though he couldn't find the necessary funds to run a formal elementary program, he certainly had the time and energy to work with the youngsters. Soon the Maple Valley Music Club was in motion. Curtis began calling parents and soliciting their help, and then organized after school "classes." Many youngsters became involved. "We have been practicing every Monday night after school since the first part of November," Curtis said. "It has been a lot of fun and these kids are doing a won­ derful job." Curtis also gave the par­ ents a lot of credit. Because the program is strictly vol­ untary and held only during after school hours, it means extra running for mom and dad. The results, however, M.V. Grange plans New Year’s event locally If you missed “Mice In The School” it was a great time. These little mice kept their audience in stitches throughout the performance last Thursday. These youngsters have worked for several weeks under the direction of Board of Education member,'Wayne Curtis who wanted to provide a music program for elementary students after the elementary music program was slashed because of budget cuts. have been "phenomenal". The music club kids all were on stage Thursday evening, dressed as cats and mice, and wearing big smiles. They kept their au­ dience in stitches. There were many Christmas songs, though only some were traditional. Many re­ member "Jingle Bells," but how about "On a Bumpy Camel Ride" or "No Time to Diet?" I ■ XV V A HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner THE TREASURE COVE 517-852-2377 A Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AAuQJ. HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 9 am - 8 pm; Tues. 9 am - 12 pm; Fn. 9 am - 3pm, Every Everyother otherSat. 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Players, listeners and dancers are welcome. 6TH THORNAPPLE LAKE ROAD NASHVILLE MICH 49073 IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN MORGAN MI, NEXT TO THE PUBLIC ACCESS 517-852-9152 | I | ■« Sunfield Library to have new hours EAGLES INDIANS WINDCHIMES angles JEWELRY many gifts under $l° Wanted Standing Timber I Call | Hughes Logging | Leonard Hughes, Jr. m | (517) 852-9040 Log Horses or Skidder gg Effective Jan. 5, the Sunfield Library will be open five days per week, according to the following schedule: Monday 2 to 6 p.m., Tuesday 1 to 7 p.m., Wednesday 2 to 6 p.m., Friday 1 to 7 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1p.m. ' Note the added open hours on Wednesdays and shortened the open hours on Tuesdays and Fridays. For Sale FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hastings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. Me Caring Way We Treat Them.. A p 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, MI GROCERIES PIZZA DELI HOMEMADE MOLDED CHOCOLATES A Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, personal family medicine is just a phone call away. At Nashville Family Medicine, treating you like a person is an important part oftreating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. Nashville Family Medicine Deborah A. Joseph, DO Pe 852-2133 750 Durkee St., Nashville (M-66) Pennock Healthcare Services �Reids to celebrate 40th anniversary Mussers celebrate 40th anniversary Chuck and Frankie Reid of Nashville will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary on December 29th, 1997. Chuck Reid and Frankie Browne were married on December 29th, 1957 in Hastings, by Rev. Leslie Gross. Chuck retired from Battle Creek Air National Guard. Frankie recently retired from Pennock Hospi­ tal. They have raised four children together. Chuck, Julie, Tony and Gary, and now have eleven grand­ children in and around Nashville and Bellevue. Due to the busy holidays, the celebration will be on Sunday, January 25th, 1998 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Maple Grove Township Hall. Come and share in our family celebration. Ronald and Jean Musser celebrated their 40th anniversary on Dec. 20. Ronald and Jean were married on Dec. 20, 1957 in Lansing. As newlyweds they lived in Rhode Island and Massachusetts while in the Navy. After Ronald's tour, they moved back to Michigan where they eventually settled in Vermontville in 1968. Ronald is the owner and operator of Mussers Total Service in Nashville — a family run business. He enjoys hunting and traveling. Jean is an active Home Showcase sales lady. She enjoys traveling and her hobbies of woodworking, gardening and stained glass. They have four children, a daughter-in-law and a son-in-law, and 16 grandchildren. Thank You Looking fora PRINTER? CARD OF THANKS We would like to thank the Nashville Ambulance, Pennock Hospital, Pennock nurses and all friends and family for the care and consideration shown to us at the time of our loss of Lawrence E. Hook. Thank you, The Hook family Lost & Found LOST: BEAGLE Female, tri color, 1 ft. high., pink/orange collar. Nashville area. Been gone since 12/2/97. 517-852-0748. Business Services Call Barry County’s MOST COMPLETE PRINTING COMPANY — We have it ALU FULL SERVICE FROM START TO FINISH al J Graphics (616) PRINT SHOP Full Color » Signs Copying » Laminating Addressing ...and MORE! Complete Binding 945-5078 / fax: <6i6> 945-5192 W- f C O vaill 945"*9*5*J5^A*t Ask for one of our printing specialists BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. Albert Sears, 25 years experience. 517-726-1347.______________ Robert and Helen Butler of Nashville will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Dec. 24, 1997. Robert Butler and Helen Everett were married on Dec. 24th, 1947 by Rev. Harold Kraig in Nashville. In 1956, the couple moved to Bellevue, returning in 1983 to their present Nashville address. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1937, entered Federal Service on April 6, 1941, spent 1942-43 with the 119th Field Artillery in the Aleutian Islands, later serving as 1st Lt. with the 517th Field Artillery in the Philippines. He was discharged from active duty in Feb., 1946. He and his brother Charles owned and operated the Bellevue Milling Co. from 1946-1978. He also farmed all of his adult life. He enjoys Civil War and World War II history and gardening. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1945, and was employed by Kellogg's for 28 years, retiring in 1985. She enjoys her grandchildren and crocheting. The couple have two children, Alvin (Susie) Butler of Nashville and Arlene (Max) Endsley of Bellevue, five grandchildren and three great-granddaughters. The couple has wintered in Florida for the past 21 years. Cards may be sent to: Robert and Helen Butler, 32321 Haven Court, Lot 108, Leesburg, Fla. 34788. o«'Ahand C Nashville 852-5005 VERMONTVILLE ROOF­ ING David Halliwill owner. 517-543-1002 Buy Sell Trade - We Pay Cash on the Spot Pets Picky & Karen Heath, Owners 616-945-5005, Hastings • 517-852-5005, Nashville E-Mail - heath@im4u.net 6 WEEK OLD CHOW Mix puppies free to good homes. Call 616-948-3632 after 6:00. Open 7 Days NOTICE SUNFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPERTY TAX COLLECTION I will be collecting W97 Property Taxes for Sunfield Township at the Sunfield Branch of Huntington Bank on December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th & 31st, during regular banking hours. Any taxes received after Dec. 31 will be receipted in 1998. Postmarks do not constitute payment. Dog Licenses: Neutered/Spayed dog is $7.00 and non-neutered/Spayed dog is $12.00. After March 3rd they will be $25.00 at the Eaton County Animal Control Office. Proof of up to date rabies vaccination is required. Taxes and Dog Licenses may be paid other days at my home by appointment or by U.S. Mail Thank You, Robert D. Hyvarinen Sunfield Township Treasurer 8935 W. Mt. Hope Hwy., Vermontville, Mi. 49096 • Phone 517-566-8913 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 5 Obituaries Metzger ■ Mace exchange vows Lisa Marie Metzger and Matthew Gladys I. (Disbrow) King KALAMAZOO - Gladys I. (Disbrow) King, age 89, of Kalamazoo and formerly of Vermontville, passed away Sunday, December 14,1997 at the Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. Mrs. King was bom in Eaton Rapids Township, Eaton County, the daughter ofJoseph E. and Emma J. (Sowles) Disbrow and had been a liflong Charlotte and Vermontville area resident. Due to ill health, she had lived for the past two years in the Kalamazoo area to be near her daughter. She was a 1927 gradaate ofEaton Rapids High School and a 1928 graduate of Eaton County Normal. She was a retired school teacher retiring in 1973 after 44 years of teaching. Her first 20 years ofteaching was spent in grades K through 8 in vari­ ous rural schools in Eaton County. She then went to the Nashville School System (Now Maple Valley School System). Her last 12 years as a Reading Specialist. While in Nashville she initiated a Reme­ dial Reading Summer Program. She retired from the Maple Valley School System. Marie L. Walters Nd Mletjrtfe.. eK^ns.HeM^i, fiek-JW-Heondfehrtiteta Derated iiekhttg ii 'dsoMdldleidilil CHICAGO, ILLINOIS Marie L. Walters, age 76, of Chicago, Illinois and formerly of Hastings and Battle Creek areas, passed away Wednes­ day, December 17,1997 at her residence. Mrs. Walters was bom on March 3,1921 in Maple Grove Township, Barry County, the daughter of Harry and Estella (Harding) McKelvey. She was raised in the Maple Grove Township and Battle Creek areas. She attended the Moore Country School and graduated in 1938 from Battle Creek Central High School. She later attended an art & design school. She moved to Chicago, Illinois in 1942 from Battle Creek. She was married to Robert Walters on February 14, 1947. Mrs. Walters was employed as a buyer for the CarsonPierre & Scott Clothing Company in Chicago, Illinois for several years. She owned & operated her own millinery shop in Chicago, Illinois for several years and as a manager/ buyer in food service for several years in Chicago, Illinois. She retired in 1983. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert on July 7, 1964; her parents; three brothers, LeRoy, Clarence and James McKelvey; a sister, Isabella Bensinger. Mrs. Walters is survived by three sisters, Marguerite (Harold) Davis of Battle Creek, Laura Keller of Battle Creek and Margaret (Arnold) Wilson of Waterford; two brothers, Arthur (Joyce) McKelvey of Hastings and Theodore (Clara) McKelvey of Hastings; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Memorial services were held on Saturday, December 20, 1997 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Reverend Bufford W. Coe officiated. Burial took place at the Wilcox Cemetery in Maple Grove Township. Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society or the charity of one’s choice. She was a member of the Michigan Retired Teachers Association. She had been active as a 4-H leader and enjoyed teaching Bible School while in Vermontville. Mrs. King was preceded in death by her husband, Ward B. King on July 26, 1973; three sisters, Lucille Herrick, Arvilla Schance and Lepha Hawkins; one brother, J. Disbrow. She is survived by, two daughters, Bonnie (Richard) Ohm of Nashville and Diane (Robert) Stoddard of Portage; two grandchildren; three step grandchildren and five step great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Thursday, December 18, 1997 at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Chapel in Charlotte. Reverend Lester DeGroot offi­ ciated. Interment took place at the Maple Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Maple Valley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Envelopes available at funeral home. David Mace Exchanged wedding vows Saturday, Aug. 23, 1997 at the Nashville United Methodist Church. Lisa is the daughter of Phillip and Laura Metzger. Matthew is the son of David and Kathy Mace. Stacey Davison, friend of the bride, served as matron of honor. Andrea Mace, sister of the groom, served as brides­ maid. Best man was David Solmes, friend of the groom. Daniel Mace, brother of the groom served as groomsmen. Ushers were Todd Thunder and Travis Graham. Attending the guest book was Tracey Solmes and programs were attended by Lena Thunder. The bride and groom enjoyed sharing a buffet din­ ner and dancing with their guests at the Middle Villa Inn. After a honeymoon at Disney World in Orlando, FL. the couple reside in Kalamazoo, MI. Michigan Streams and Lakes MAP ot Michigan Utr and World Wor I tefji i Lawrence E. Hook jyedbyfellogg'sfarSiM!.* jgplerjnidditeidndD kaiidtiree^f# oybeitrtW’^' jKf.tflU.rt f.tflU.rt11" folrf ‘l NASHVILLE - Lawrence E. Hook, age 75, of Nashville, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 1997 at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. Mr. Hook was bora on August 22,1922 in Dowling, the son of Hazen and Mildred (Onnsbe) Hook. He attended Dowling Country School and Hastings High School. He served in the Army during World War II and married Judy Eaton on December 24,1943 in Hastings. Mr. Hook was a auto mechan­ ic for Stan Lassen’s in Battle Creek for 24 years, and also for the Adam Body Shop in Hast­ ings and Buick Garage in Battle Creek. He was a Life Member of the Disabled American Veterans. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and stock car racing. Mr. Hoik was preceded in death by his parents, Hazen and Mildred Hook; brother, Allen Hook, and sister, Irene Cousino. Mr. Hook is survived by his wife, Judy; son, Larry J. (Judy) Hook ofNashville; three daught­ ers, Judy (Ken) Rogers of Vermontville, Nora Lee (Ed) Hickey of Fine Lake, and Vicky (Bion) Eye of Dowling; six grandchildren; five great grand­ children; sister, Norma (George) Roush of Hastings. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 13,1997 at the Maple Valley ChapelGenther Funeral Home, Nash­ ville. Chaplain Richard Genther officiated. Burial took place at Barryville Cemetery, Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Great Gift! Why every fisherman needs this map STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN is just like another map - known to Pennsylvania anglers as the "Lost Stream Map." The “Stream Map of Pennsylvania” was completed in 1965 after a thirty-year effort by Howard Higbee, a former Penn State Professor. Professor Higbee succeeded in creating a map of the highest detail possible...a map that shows every stream and lake. He painstakingly plotted by hand, the location of 45,000 miles of streams onto a 3 x 5 foot map. The map sold extremely well until it was lost several years later. Incredibly, the printer entrusted with the original drawing and printing plates, declared bankruptcy, then carelessly hauled Higbee's 30 years of work to the landfill. The few remaining dog-eared copies became a prized fisherman's possession. Professor Higbee was offered S400 for one of his last maps. And state agencies were forced to keep their copies under lock and key. The experts had always told Professor Higbee that reprints were impossible, because the maps were printed in non-photographic blue. Then, in 1991, at the age of 91, Howard Higbee's dream came true. Computers made it possible to reprint the map. Holding an updated map, Howard said, "I never thought I'd live to see this day." Then, by combining Professor Higbee's knowledge with computer technology - the STREAM MAP OF MICHIGAN was created. It is estimated that 10% of all the fishermen catch 90% of the fish. Regardless ofwhich group you fall into... there's a sure way to up your odds... simply try new fishing waters.- Fish where few fishermen ever fish. Michigan is loaded with great fishing waters...many of them over­ looked. From the AuSable River to all of the Great Lakes tributaries to the Pere Marquette River...thousands of miles of streams, lakes and rivers are now easy-to-locate on one map. 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Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 Zip �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 6 Dairy industry prospects bleak, MMPA President tells local group by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Prospects for the dairy in­ dustry in Michigan could probably be best described as "bleak," according to lat­ est word at the Barry-Eaton Local Michigan Milk Pro­ ducers Association meeting in Nashville last week. Dairy men from Eaton and Barry County gather for lunch at Goodtime Pizza ev­ ery December, when there also is also a program, elec- tion of officers, and time to share ideas and problems as­ sociated with the dairy in­ dustry. What the guest speaker, MMPA President Elwood Kirkpatrick, had to say to the group this year was no surprise. The number of dairy farms in both counties continues to decline. "Membership in the MMPA is 8 percent below what it was last year," he said. "I believe that the trend Greg Endlsey was nominated as 1997 Outstanding Young Dairy Cooperator by local MMPA officials. Congratulating him is Barry-Eaton President, Lee Cairns of Hastings. Quality Gazebos and Lawn Furniture 5185 N. Ionia Road Vermontville, MI • 517-726-0393 (1 Mile North of Vermontville) Pre*Christmas Special Prices Qazebos • Lawn Furniture • Lighthouses • Bird Houses • Bird Feeders toward bigger farms (corporations) will continue in this area." He added, "A number of producers just quit. Prices in 1997 were lower than in 1996." Many may not be familiar with how farmers are paid for milk. They receive ap­ proximately $13 for every hundred pounds of milk picked up from their facility at this point. That price can vary, depending on butterfat content and so on. Though local dairymen have seen only "small increases" in that price in recent years, their cost to operate has in­ creased at a far greater rate. According to Michigan Many local operators were honored by the BarryEaton MMPA Chapter at their annual meeting one week ago. Among them was the Butler Family of Nashville. Accepting the award from Member Representative, Steve Beroza is Jeff Butler of Nashville. Agricultural Statistics, ten years ago, Michigan dairy farmers were receiving $12.60 per hundred pounds of milk. This past year they received an average of only $13.25. And, from 1980 un­ til 1996, Michigan has lost almost 50 percent of its "family diary farms." When consumers see prices going up at the mar­ ket or grocery, it doesn't mean that the farmers are getting more. Those in­ creases are usually going to the "middle man," like those Joyous 1> Noel HERE'S A PRESCRIPTION FOR the BEST HOLIDAYS POSSIBLE! MAY YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES HAVE A CHRISTMAS THAT'S FILLED WITH GLADNESS! 219 Main Street - Nashville Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 9 am to 6 pm Monday-Friday 952-0845 Most know Mary Javor (right) and Ruby Cairns as the "story tellers" who appear at the Hastings Library every June to celebrate Diary Month. That is one of many things that these women do to help promote the dairy industry in Barry County. They enlist the help of many around the county to put on such programs, like local veterinarian, Tim Hicswa, better known as "Dr. Tim". involved in processing and trucking. The MMPA is a coopera­ tive of Michigan dairy farm­ ers, organized in 1916 to "unite dairy farmers across the state. Prior to the orga­ nization, processors were able to "contract" with indi­ vidual dairy farmers, causing big price fluctuations. One area farmer might get top dollar for his products, while his neighbor didn't have a market for his milk. The membership assures equal dollars for the same products. MMPA officials are now doing what they can, accord­ ing to Kirkpatrick, to help Michigan farmers survive what he described as the lat­ est blow to the industry. That blow, resulted when Dean Foods dropped out of the organizations "super pool," which is a voluntary pool of liquid milk, assur­ ing that when reaching area processors, everyone re­ ceives the same price for their product. When Dean Foods dropped out of the pool and began dealing directly with Meijer stores, they began dealing directly with a small portion of producers, paying a higher price in the field than others were getting. That put many farmers at a disadvantage. What the MMPA is now Other award recipients included the Javor Family of Hastings. Accepting that award from Steve Beroza is Barry Eaton Local MMPA Vice President, Kris Javor. supporting is a "State Milk Order," which would require everyone to be a part of the pool, eliminating bottling companies dealing directly with one farmer while refus­ ing to take milk from the farmer next door. Everyone would be guaranteed the same price for their prod­ ucts. The order would include all "Grade A" dairy farms, including those farmers who were shipping milk for products like cottage cheese, yogurt powdered milk and ice cream. The super pool only included those ship­ ping liquid milk for bot­ tling, then onto the store shelves. Those who sold for cheese and like products were at a disadvantage. The downside, according to some, is that large pro­ ducers, like corporations which are becoming a big part of the diary industry in Michigan, would receive more ofthe premium dollars because they would be ship­ ping more pounds of milk. Some believe that could hurt the small family farm, but Kirkpatrick said that the advantages to such an ar­ rangement far outweigh the disadvantages. "If I had my rathers, I would rather see every pro­ ducer treated alike," he said. He added that some dairymen had contacted MMPA officials after hear­ ing of plans to support the Continued next page— Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering * Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph.(517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 7 From previous page — btB diqii ;asir sicGM ifedr Hr taka »w total talite uHutai pniM^1 jj’jfS" MichijUi ® fotbt nmiftp^ milk order, claiming that the organization had done it underhandedly, without con­ sent of locals. "The situation with Dean Foods is what prompted this idea and all took place after annual meeting time last year," he said. "We did what we felt we had to do." He added, "There were in­ formational meetings, It was not our intention to support this action without your knowledge." He added that the order has the support of Michigan Farm Bureau, and encour­ aged all Eaton-Barry local members to contact their legislators. They plan to vote on that order in Jan­ uary. Those not involved in the diary industry may wonder why a price should be shared rather than to allow for a free market. The answer, ac­ cording to MMPA officials ,is to assure that all diary farms meeting current regu­ lations for Grade A milk, should be entitled to equal benefits, regardless of whether that milk is bottled for drinking or processed for cheese or other products. In materials provided by MMPA the following was reported: "Diary farmers in South­ west Michigan market about 4.6 billion pounds of milk each year. Consumers in Michigan drink about 2.2 billion pounds annually (just over half produced). All dairy farmers must meet the quality standards required or fluid milk in order to have a permit to sell milk. This is true rather it is used for drinking or other prod­ ucts. The state milk order would allow the market re­ turn to be pooled and then shared equally among all of those producers." MMPA officials believe From Our Readers. . Here’s the truth about administration raises One of the highlights of Barry- Eaton local MMPA meetings is lunch at Goodtime Pizza in Nashville. This year the group even got a surprise visit from Santa. that this legislation is es­ sential to Michigan's econ­ omy. "The dairy industry is the top ranking segment of Michigan's second largest industry: agriculture," the material said. "This legisla­ tion is important to Michi­ gan's economy, and to the vitality of rural communi­ ties and to assure a plentiful milk supply for con­ sumers." The news in Barry County isn't all doom and gloom, however. There are individuals involved in the local MMPA chapter who are working hard to promote the dairy industry and have given much to the commu­ nity according to local Pres­ ident Lee Cairns. He calls the job that dairy communicators Ruby Cairns, Mary Javor and Dee Calendar of Events •wax Hi it piifMt^J nmd- Sm*J! bit tin®fti; (te ,5* lUf*1^ The following Cooperative Extension Service programs are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, dis­ ability, age or religion: Jan. 10 Jan. 15 Master Gardener Registration due to Extension Office (Deadline has been extended from December 15) Deadline for market steer possession for 1998 fair. a May you enjoy a wonderful holiday with $ family and /■ J friends. ill be CLOSED January 1 to February 4 TROWBRIDGE’S AUTO PARTS & SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main, Vermontville Ph. 517-726-0569 Endlsey are doing "incredi­ ble." He rewarded them with a plaque last week for their outstanding service. The women have been in­ volved in many educational programs across the county in an effort to educate the public on the importance of the dairy industry and of the health benefits associated with milk. Many associate them with their story hour presentation in June of each year at the Hastings Public Library. They introduced that program three years ago and each year draw large crowds of children and their parents for an hour filled with stories, a talk with the local veterinarian, and diary treats. During that story hour, the parking lot of the library is transformed. With the help of "Maude the Cow," calves from the farm, and a big red milk truck, story hour becomes an ad­ venture for children. Officers of the organiza­ tion also are busy through­ out the year and were recog­ nized for their service. Among Barry-Eaton's offi­ cers, in addition to Cairns, are Vice President Kris Javor, Secretary/Treasurer Paul Wing and State Board Member Dan Javor. The group also nominates one outstanding young coopera­ tor each year, and this year honored Greg Endsley. For Rent RICE LAKE, ONTARIO Cedar Cove Resort. Book ’98 fishing trips now. Pontoon boat rental. Good accomodations. 1-888-673-5363. £ manipulate public opinion. The editor ofthe Maple Valley News refused to print these figures as part of responsible journalism, but a few people, who didn’t want to use their own names, actually paid their own money to place the fig­ ures in the paper like an advertisement. In this manner they could bypass the editor ofthe Maple Valley News. The teachers’ union figures are laced with misconcep­ tions. For example, it stated that the Maplewood Principal had a 16.7 percent raise one year. It did not show that 13.5 percent of this figure was for the extra duty of curriculum director, which paid $7,000. Many schools hire a separate curriculum director at mor than five times the cost. MAPLEVALLEY Only 3.2 percent ofthe 16.7 percent figure was an actual salary raise. The rest of the union figures are pretty much on the same level as this example. I would be happy to go over these figures with you, in per­ son, if you would like more information. I assure you, the administrative raises, approved by the school board, are not out of line. The school board was elected to represent your interests in labor negoti­ ations. The school board has no financial gain in labor negotiations and has no rea­ son to give school employees enormous raises. Dr. Michael N. Callton, D.C., Maple Valley School Board President Member of the Grand Rapids Board of Realtors & the Multiple Listing Service Real Estate 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS • Multiple Listing Service (MLS) • Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar ..... Eves. 726-0223 Nyle Wells............................ ..................... 726-1234 We Wish “You and Yours” A “MERRY CHRISTMAS" |^2hkistmas | JsOVE) READY TO “MOVE INTO” • VER­ IN VERMONTVILLE - POSSESSION MONTVILLE 2 BEDROOM RANCH 3 bedroom mobile home with barn on 2!4 lots, room for another house. Price: $39,900. Monthly pay­ ments: $417.31 based on $1995 down payment, loan amount of $37,900 at 12% interest, fixed rate for 20 years, if you qualify. You pay your own taxes & insurance. Call Homer for more informa­ tion (V-76) HOME with single attached garage, large lot in village with a "country view". Occu­ pancy at close. Call Homer for appointment to see. 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Second Hand H Comers, Hastings 945-5005 or our new location Second Hand Comers, Nashville, 852-5005 / $ To the editor: When I was a student researcher at Michigan State University, my mentor. Professor Krauss, told me never to read statistics pro­ duced by a laboratory with a financial interest in the out­ come. He’d say stuff like, “figures lie, and vice versa,” and “greed clouds logic.” These lessons came to mind when I read the figures that showed MV School Administration with double digit raises. The figures came from the Maple Valley teach­ ers’ union with the purpose of rationalizing their own salary increase requests. The figures on administra­ tive raises were not intended to inform the public, but to NASHVILLE ■ 6 ROOM, 2-STORY HOME 3 bedrooms, home tastefully redecorated 1996, new carpets, deck overlooks fenced back yard. Ready to move into!! Possession at close. This is one you must see to appreciate!! Call Nyle. (N-80) VACANT LAND Price recently reduced! Next to park on approx. 1V4 acres — 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large living area with "wrap around" porch on this par­ tially brick home with a deck and firepit. Many "extras" — all on a large lot in a "park­ like" setting. Qualified buy­ ers call Homer for appoint­ ment or more details. (N-71) 2.7 ACRE BUILDING LOT BETWEEN NASHVILLE AND HASTINGS - Surveyed, perked, driveway permit — some trees. Maple Valley Schools. Call Homer. (VL-77) 20 ACRES (OR 2-10 ACRE PAR­ ON LARGE LOT IN VERMONTVILLE with wooded area, in village, 1 ’A.-story home with 3 bed­ rooms, l'/i baths, 12x20deck, 2'A-car garage, close to elementary school, appli­ ances included. Call Homer for more "info." (V-81) LAND CONTRACT. TERMS • YOUR CHOICE OF TWO ROLLING & CELS) - LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE WOODED PARCELS: West of Lake Odessa and south of Clarksville. Partially wooded, blacktop road, perk tested & surveyed. Call Homer K for more “info." (VL-79) LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE -,$11,900 each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. Call Nyle. (VL-52) $8,900. (D) 2.3 acres. PENDING .$9,500. Located south of Nashville. Maple Valley schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) (B) 2.2 ACRES �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 8 { Winter Prep SPORTS Preview )) Lions struggle from floor, lose to Lakewood Vikings Maple Valley Coach Jerry Reese blames his team's shooting woes on El Nino. The Lions made just 13of-43 from 2-point land, 2of-19 from 3-point land and 11 -of-27 from the charity stripe in a 54-43 loss to the Potterville Vikings Tuesday. "Our field goal percentage hurt our efforts and our free throw percentage was not helpful either," Reese said. "We are struggling... hopefully after the holiday vacation we can bring things together." David Taylor scored 17 points and Cody Page 13 to lead the M.V. team. Taylor also had 9 rebounds and 3 steals. Trent Harvey boarded 11 for the Lions to go along with his 3 assists, while Travis VanAlstine pulled down 10 rebounds and made 4 steals. The Lions do not play on Friday, but return to action Friday, Jan. 2 when they host the Raiders ofPortland. The rest of the year's schedule is as follows: Jan. 6: at Portland St. Patricks; Jan. 9: Lansing Christian; Jan. 13: Pennfield; Jan. 16: at Bellevue; Jan. 23: at Olivet; Jan. 27: at Webberville; Jan. 30: at Leslie; Feb. 6: Danville; Feb. 10: St. Philip: St. Philip; Feb. 11: at Delton; Feb. 17: at Lansing Christian; Feb. 20: Bellevue; Feb. 24: Olivet; Feb. 27: Leslie; March 3: at Dansville; March. 6: at St. Philip; March 9: Districts. Maple Valley volleyball places at Bath Tournament Dec. 13 A first place in pool play and a trip to the tournament's finals is how the Maple Valley volleybailers fared at the Bath Tournament on Dec. 13. The Lady Lions first split with Bath in pool play 9­ 15, 15-10. Bethany Poyer scored 10 points, Dawn Stine ripped 7 kills and Leslie Grant had 8 digs. A 15-12, 15-8, 17-15 win over Morrice followed. Stine again was a force with 10 points, 5 kills and 4 blocks. Leslie Grant also provided a spark with 10 points. It took three games, but the Lady Lions beat Williamston 12-15, 15-6 and 15-10. Erica Krolik scored 14 points with 5 digs, Kerri Dean made 6 kills and 4 digs, Leslie Grant registered 6 kills, 4 digs and 4 blocks and Stine added 5 blocks, 6 digs and 4 kills. With a 6-2 pool play record, M.V. drew a bye in the first round of the playoffs. In. the second round, Coach Duska Brumm's spikers won over Perry 15-13, 15-8. Leslie Grant scored 13 points with 3 blocks and Stine smashed 5 kills in the triumph. In the finals, the Lady Lions lost to Dansville 15­ 4, 15-6. "The girls did a great throughout the day," Brumm said. "It was a nice team effort. The first time Loans For Homeowners' Regardless of credit history, call for same-day approval, CommonPoint Mortgage •• CASH FAST! 1-800-968-2221 in a long while that Maple Valley has made it out of pool play, let alone placing in a tournament." On Dec. 15, Maple Valley defeated Morrice 12­ 15, 15-4, 15-11. Kerri Dean had 13 points and Leslie Grant 12. Dawn Stine was first with 6 kills. The Lady Lions are now 10-5 overall. Here is a look and the remainder of the season schedule: Dec. 30: at GalesburgAugusta Tournament; Jan. 3: at Delton; Jan. 5: Portland St. Patrick; Jan. 10: at Bellevue Invitational; Jan. 12: at Delton; Jan. 17: at Union City Invitational; Jan. 21: at Olivet; Jan. 24: at Delton Invitational; Jan. 28: Bellevue; Jan. 31: at Saranac Invitational; Feb. 2: Byron Center; Feb. 4: at Leslie; Feb. 9: at Portland St. Patrick; Feb. 11: at-St. Philip; Feb. 14: at Dansville Invitational; Feb. 18: at Dansville; Feb. 23: Lansing Christian; Feb. 28: SMAA at Leslie. Merry Christinas and a Happy New Year!!! from VERN’S REPAIR ...to you and yourfamilies. Have a safe and happy holiday season. Special Holiday Hours: Closed: December 24th & 25th Closed: December 31st & Jan. 1st All other days normal hours. VERN’S REPAIR uahnsan auTBOAms The Rjwerp[Experience" 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, MI 48897 (616)367-4544 The Maple Valley varsity basketball team is shooting towards greatness in 1998. Coach Jerry Reese expects big things from his Lions team after the Christmas break starting with a Jan. 2 game with Portland. The varsity volleyball team consists of (not in order) Jonessa Hammonds, Faith Livingston, Bethany Poyer, Leslie Grant, manager Kara Ratburn, Cristina Desrochers, Andrea Mace, Tia Poll, Davinia Canovas Ulloa, Erica Krolik, Joheather Grant, Dawn Stine and Amanda Farr. Lions’ 8 th graders win two over week By almost identical scores, Maple Valley's eighth grade basketball team won games against Leslie on Dec. 15 and Bellevue on Dec. 17. Nick Jones scored 12 points and Jeremy Wiser 10 in the Dec. 15 40-32 win over Leslie. Darin Thrun dished out 4 assists, Mike Hirneiss made 4 steals and Jason Silsbee grabbed 3 rebounds also for M.V. Jones again topped the team in points with 13 in a 40-33 tri umph over Bellevue on Dec. 17. John Terberg tallied 9 points to go alon g with 4 steals, Thrun scored 6, Justin Sealy collected 5 rebounds and Devin Phenix dished out 2 assists with 4 rebounds. C Looking for a "X PRINTER? sTlHL. Call... <945-9554 J HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Call for FREE Estimates - Cobb Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair Richard Cobb • David Cobb 517-726-0377 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174? �The Maple Valley News, Nashville. Monday. December 22, 1997 — Page 9 Winter /’rejp SPORTS Preuietr Maple Valley wrestlers win twice on their mats Maple Valley wrestling squad notched two victories on Dec. 16 against Saranac and Bellevue. The Lions beat Saranac 58-24 and Bellevue 66-24. Posting wins versus Saranac were Nathan Glass (112), Randy Silsbee (125), Jeff Rhoades (130), Tyler Robins (135), Trevor Wawiernia (140), Pat Lowe (145), Bryan Faurot (152), Chris Dunham (160), Dan Shipman (171) and Jason Grasman (275). Glass, Silsbee, Rhoades, Wawiernia, Lowe and Shipman won with pins, while Dunham scored a decision. Against Bellevue, Rhoades, Robins, Wawiernia and Grasman had pins, while Silsbee, Lowe and Andy Adams (215) scored winning decisions. Robins and Lowe won weight class titles at the Dec. 13 T K Invitational. Adams took a second at T K, Grasman scored a third place and Rhoades took a fourth. The Lions schedule for the rest of the season is as follows: Jan. 3: Maple Valley Invitational; Jan. 10: Delton Invitational; Jan. 15: Dansville and Potterville; Jan. 17: at Edwardsburg; Jan. 20: at Lakewood "B" Tournament; Jan. 21: at Galesburg-Augusta; Jan. 29: Bath and Lansing Christian; Jan. 31: at Charlotte J.V. Tournament; Feb. 5: Olivet and Leslie; Feb. 11: Saint Johns and Lakewood; Feb. 14:.SMAA at Bellevue. Maple Valley's wrestling team includes Coach Tony Wawiernia, Tyler Robins, Jerimiah Swift, Jeff Rhoades, Tony Thurlby, Jon Kenyon, Bill Allen, Jeff Jones, Dan Shipman, Andy Adams, Jason Grasman, These AREA MERCHANTS support the Lions year around... Jamie Davis, Jacob Cole, Nathan Glass, Troy Sloan, Josh Grasman, Chad Spears, J.P. Albuquerque, Ross Nichols, Trevor Wawiernia, Pat Lowe and Amanda Finkler. fc7 \Y] J\/ jKI1fI (t*J*> LET’S SUPPORT THESE MERCHANTS! AUTO PARTS CENTER MACE PHARMACY 112 N. Main St., Nashville CITIZENS L.L.C. CO 219 N. Main St., Nashville 780 S. 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Main, Nashville 852-1985 or 852-1986 MAPLE VALLEY CONCRETE PRODUCTS, INC. 725 S. Durkee, Nashville Phone 852-1900 FURNITURE STRIPPING by Elaine and Stuart Stuart Southworth Owner 538 Sherman, Nashville 852-0943 HANSBARGER CONST. 11201 Vermontville Hwy., Phone 726-0323 SOMETHING SPECIAL BY KATHY �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 10 Winter SPORTS Preview Maple Valley's competitive cheer squad includes Trish Sloan, Kellie Davis, Nicole Wilson, Seleena Carpenter, Jamie Root, Selena Vaughn, Jamie Wyble, Lacy Wyble, Coach Sandy Carpenter and Assistant Coach Janell Hansen. Varsity Cheerleading... The varsity cheerleading team at Maple Valley High School includes (front row, from left) Becky Conroy and Joe Stadell; (middle row) Nicole Wilson, Jamie Rasey, Kellie Davis; (back row) Coach Sandy Carpenter, Jessie Wymer, Seleena Carpenter, Jamie Root and Trish Sloan. PLATING MAINTENANCE Tier One Automotive Supplier seeking qualified individuals to fill several openings in our Plating Department. Qualified applicants will possess a H.S. Diploma/GED, Trade School/College Training. Experience in Solutions Maintenance, Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulics with Superior Mathematical ability required. Please forward resume including salary history to: Human Resource Coordinator American Bumper & Mfg. 14 N. Beardsley Rd. Ionia, Ml 48846 Junior High hoopsters pick up steam The Maple Valley junior varsity basketball team started out the season slowly with a 76-47 loss to Middleville, but have rebounded with wins over Morrice (58-55) and Potterville (71-54). Paul Baird led Maple Valley’s efforts in the game with Middleville with 18 points and 6 rebounds. Chad Freshmen eagers open campaign at 2-0 Maple Valley's freshman basketball squad began the season with wins over Middleville (59-57) and Bronson (59-40). The Middleville contest was close the entire way as M.V. led 29-26 at half and 43-42 after three quarters. Eric Goris converted a 3pointer and Casey NEED CREDIT • Call Today for your FREE Computerized Loan Approval • No Sales Pressure • No Hassle VanEngen a couple of free throws to seal the triumph. Goris topped the squad with 23 points and 14 rebounds. Michael Hamilton tallied 12 points, VanEngen added 10 points and Jason Abfalter pulled down 8 rebounds. The Lions out-scored Bronson's eagers in all four quarters as 10 of their players scored. Adam Watson and Goris paced M.V. with 12 points apiece and Abfalter added 10 points. Goris and Abfalter each pulled down 10 caroms. Travis Kersjes also had a solid game with 6 points and 8 rebounds. The Lions showed improvement from the free throw line by making 17-of-31 attempts for 55 percent. VanEngen tallied 7 points and boarded 7. Maple Valley came out strong versus Morrice, but trailed by three points at half. Trailing by five points in the fourth quarter, the Lions roared back. Nathan Swift made the defensive play of the game by tipping an in-bounds pass and going the length of the court for a layup. Swift finished with 6 points and 3 steals. Baird tallied a game-high 19 points, while Justin VanAlstine managed 18 points and 5 rebounds. M.V. pulled away from Potterville in the third quarter and held off a late surge to notch the 17-point triumph. Baird scored 19 and pulled down 10 rebounds, Swift sank 8-of-9 free throws and had 18 points, VanAlstine tallied 17 markers and Brandon Garvey was a strong contributor on the boards with 9 caroms. PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for Action-Ads EXCELLENT CAREER OPPORTUNITY • Experience in Framing and Matting preferred. (will train the right person) • Must be artistic and mechanically inclined. • Must enjoy working with people. Good attitude and organizational skills important. Please send resume to: Ad #562 J-Ad Graphics, P.O. 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Jessica Wymer Dear Santa, My name is Charles and I am 7 year old. I have been very good in school. I would like a web blaster, Free Willy 3 the rescue, 100 Dalmatian watch and ’a pair of binoculars. My sister would like a watch and my brothers want sega games and web blasters. I hope you have a safe trip and I can't wait until Christmas. OFFICE NURSE Part-Time PENNOCK HOSPITAL NASHVILLE FAMILY MEDICINE Pennock Hospital is seeking a part time office nurse to work up to 20 hours per week in our Nashville Office. The qualified candidate will be a RN or LPN and have at least 1 year of experience in a doctor’s office setting. Excellent interpersonal skills are required and flexibil­ ity is a must. Please submit application/resume to: PENNOCK HOSPITAL Attn: Human Resources 1009 West Green Street Hastings, MI 49058 (616) 948-3112 EOE Dear Santa, My name is Adam Dickinson and I am only 2 years old so my Gramme is writting this for me. All I want for Christmas is: A bike A gun Some hotwheels cars Some bettleborgs and A superman. I have been a good boy this year. Love Adam Dear Santa, My name is Brandon Dickinson. I am 4 years old. My gramme is writting this for me. I have tried to be a good boy this year. AU I want for Christmas is: A hot wheels car wash with some cars, A toy dirt bake and a motorcycle, 2 guns, a superman and a beanie baby rabbit. I also need a string rope for hanging deer but I need a bow and arrow too! Love, Brandon For Sale Automotive 1976 OLDS 98: Nice body, needs timing belt, $400.667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville. 1984 S-10 PICKUP: Nice truck, 111,000 miles, well maintained, $1,800. 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville. 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 Dear Santa, It's been a long time since I've seen you. I've been very good this year. For Christmas I would like the "triplets” babies, a double stroller, a swing and playpen all for my babies. And candy. I will leave cookies & milk for you again. I hope you have a safe trip to my house and back to yours. Love Leslee age 6 Nickname "Fred" Love, Charles Wymer Dear Santa, My name is Sarah and I'm 10 years old and going to be 11 next month. I know I've been a good girl this year because of the stocking you gave me in the mail. I would like a make-up kit, the Mario Go Kart Video game, and a Gigi pet. (I don't care what animal it is) Please say hello to everybody at your workshop including Mrs. Claus. Thank you. Sarah Chaffee 340 West Main Street, Vermontville Dear Santa, I've been good. I would like 1. computer 2. train set 3. talk boy 4. easy bake mixes 5. baseball bat 6. art easel 7. real camera 8. camcorder 9. last world Jurassic park race car 10. briefcase Brandon Lee Sams Dear Santa, I have been a very good girl. I would like a deluxe dolly stroller, a new snow white doll and a doodle bear. P.S. I am five years old. Thank you, Ashley Shook Dear Santa, I've been very good this year. I want these things 1. Talking Buba. 2. Giga Pet 3. Nintendo 64 4. Lego Island 5. Domino Rally 6. Pajama Sam Game P.S. My dad want a new car. Thank you. Love Austin Earl Dear Santa, I would like find the babies under the hay stack, and a dolly- babie go bye­ bye and some new books, and a doodle bear for Christmas. Please. Love Kelsey Thank you. Dear Santa, I have been good. I want nintendo 64, pig game and surprises. Love, Justin Kennedy Dear Santa, I would like a bed, a race track with cars for Christmas. This is from Jesse Kelsey Dear Santa, My name is Seth and I am 3 years old. I have been a very good boy this year. I would like a talking woody doll, little tikes red racer bed, and a nintendo 64. Thank you. From your friend, Seth Earl Dear Santa. Hi! My name is Jessica. I am eight years old. Thank you very much for the stockings. We hung them up for Christmas. I would like a giga pet, it can b a dog or cat. I also want Mario go cart. It's a video game. I want a makeup kit too. Say high to our friends at your workshop for me. I can't wait til Christmas because it i my favorite holiday. Thank you, and Merry Christmas! Write back to 340 West Main Vermontville Michigan PHONE 945-9554 ANYTIME for I Action-Ads JOURNEYMAN/ MAINTENANCE HELPERS Tier One Automotive Supplier seeking qualified indivi­ duals to fill several openings for Maintenance Journey­ man and Maintenance Helpers. We offer competitive compensation and benefit package. Qualified applicants will possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. and Trade School or College Training. Experience in Maintenance of Presses and Electronics Repair/Troubleshooting required. Journeyman License preferred but not required. Please forward resume including salary history to: Human Resource Coordinator American Bumper & Mfg. 14 N. 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Plus Shift Premium & Quality Incentive Raises Qualifying Applicants Must Possess: • Verifiable Work History • Willingness to Work Overtime ■ Company Paid Insurance: Medical, Dental, Optical, Life & Disability ■ 401 (k) ■ 10 Paid Holidays ■ Educational Reimbursement Program ■ Apprenticeship Programs ■ Promotions from Within Must Provide Picture ID at Time of Interview Security Office • 14 N. Beardsley Road • Ionia, Ml Monday thru Saturday ONLY • 24 hours each day E.O.E. American Bumper & Mfg. Co. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 22, 1997 — Page 12 Childers family prepares for sad holiday by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer While most families are looking forward to spending time together this Christmas season, the Childer's family is facing the first holiday without "mom and dad." They lost both just weeks apart this fall. This family has also been faced with what they call "difficult" questions over the past few weeks. Though Loree's passing is still a mystery, all are certain that her death left their father with "no reason to go on" and he simply wasted away. John had been diagnosed with cancer several months prior but according to his children was doing as "well as expected." "Dad was still up and around. He would be outside for a while each day and they (mom and dad) still went to town quite often," said daughter. Delana Peake following her dads funeral. "After mom passed away, it was like he just gave up. His strength was mom." John had a form of cancer that began in his lungs about 1 1/2 years ago. Since that time he had tried several treatments but the cancer had spread and he had been told he had about 7 months to live. Along with his treatments the couple had survived a house fire during that time that took about half of their belongings. "One tragedy after another" said Delana describing her parents. According to Delana, it was a week prior to losing her mom that bad news came regarding her dad, his treatments would be discontinued, they were no longer effective. His prognosis however had not sliding glass doors. He found his sister just a short distance from the house, and the doors locked. It is quite possible that once outside for whatever reason, she couldn't get back changed, doctors said he in. Family members said that John was a heavy sleeper and should live several months. Was that news too much for most likely didn't hear his wife. Loree? Loree's mother, Yvonne "She cried and cried, she Wood said "I think that was so upset," said Delana. "But she tried to hide it from something must have been him. He has always been so terribly wrong and Loree was optimistic that he would beat trying to get next door to us, maybe she had become the cancer." suddenly ill." Though the word "suicide" Delana went on to say that appeared as a possible cause of "When I see that bird feeder death in the Hastings Banner, the family felt outraged that according to Delana, there is the state police who were out back I think of mom and no evidence that her mom investigating her death hadn't the day that she buttered that pole," said Delana. "A squirrel took her own life. What she given them any answers yet. "I just can't believe that kept climbing Up and taking does believe is that Loree may all of the bird food. Mom have been confused, wandered mom would take her own life, would never think of shooting outside during the night and she had so much to live for," died of exposure. She talked said Delana who had received an animal but we all got a laugh out of what she did to about that morning when they the "call" while at work. "I just couldn't believe that get rid of the squirrel. She got found her mother outside. No one knew that she was it was mom, it had to be a out butter flavored Crisco and greased that pole!" missing from her bed until a mistake,' she said. She added that the 'timing' John and Loree will also be 'little mishap". The couple had recently moved into a new was another indicator that her missed throughout the home which wasn't quite mom couldn't have been community. As "regulars" at finished, and Loree's brother depressed enough to do Clays Dinner Bell, friends Tom came over to help install something foolish. Her nieces looked forward to sharing some carpet. first birthday was coming up stories over a hot cup of "Uncle Tom had knocked the next week and her kids coffee, and those who took in and knocked and finally dad were coming home over the an occasional auction would always find the pair looking got out ofbed and came to the weekend for dinner. "Mom was a great cook, for "a real bargain". door," she said. "The two They were also a "unique" went out into the breezeway whenever you got a diner to measure for the carpet when invitation it was a real treat, couple who endured many the door shut behind dad and we went when ever we could," hardships while raising their she said. family. When they married 21 locked." They also enjoyed the years ago, they combined "his When the two men couldn't get back inside Tom went "simple pleasures of life", like and hers" raising 6 children. around the house to attempt to watching the birds from their They survived what their kids call "many hard knocks" and enter the house through back porch. Standing Roast ®Baker< Persil Pepsi, Coke or 7«up Products Chocolate Ilford 99*1 Chips 21,5 Oz., IGA Gal., Bareman’s Lowfat Or Skim Crheeaemse 4# Bag, Big Chief With One Sugar Completed Super Sauer Card! 16 Oz. Box, Domino Confectioners Powdered Sugar 59* 41 - 50 Ct., Texas 26 Oz., Hills Bros. Pepsi $099 Coffee $J199 + Dep, Carrots 9A9 n own Shrimp 12 Packs Grimmway Farms Baby Peeled Brownie Milk Mix 8 Oz., Philadelphia class was Duska Brumm's eighth grade science class and the winning senior high class was Lisa Benton's chemistry class. The food drive was sponsored by the senior high student council and the winning classes were rewarded with a sub party. Ham Pork.oin Roast Choc Chips The Maple Valley Junior and Senior High School collected 1,518 items of canned and boxed food for the Christmas community baskets which were distributed to the Nashville Methodist Church and the Vermontville Bible Church. The winning junior high Rib Roast Sausage 2 liter, Local food drive was big success at M.V. Troyer Whole Boneless Boneless _ parents was that family comes above all else. "They're family was their life,' said Delana. And added, "You never know when your goin g to loose someone that you care about, take the time to love them all that you can." Boneless Standing Store Made 12 Oz., Baker’s always remained optimistic, passing on a message to their kids, that message was unconditional love. Now as their children try to put together the pieces after two funerals in less than one month, they all agree that one thing they learned from their 99* IGA Ph 726-0640 We Make Fruit Baskets Call $ M g* early! & Closing Christmas Eve at 4:00 p.m., Closed Christmas Day Vermontville Grocery _“an Fresh Meat Market Open 8 am-8 pm Mon.-Fri.; 8 am-6 pm Sat.; 9 am-3 pm Sun. Prices good thru Saturday � https://www.barrycountyhistoryportal.org/files/original/21/811/MapleValleyNews_1997-12-30.pdf 875c1b4db39bc271c1906ec1727a5978 PDF Text Text Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, Michigan 49058 P.O. Box A, Nashville, Michigan Phone 945-9554 (Hastings) .Vol. 125-No. 52 — Monday, December 29, 1997 HASTINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY Historic look back throughout 1997 in the Maple Valley area S CHURCH ST. HASTINGS. Ml 49058 1893 There were no long faces, during football season this year. The Maple Valley Lions made it all the way to the "Dome" with a 12-0 record. by Cindy J Smith Staff Writer Members of this years girls basketball team will not forget the 1997 season! Thanks to one area grandmother, the team is now proud owner of their own flag. -- c&om a^ us at (Writer's Note: Most years when it is time to wrap things up and choose -encj ef .the vear stories. I find it difficult to choose which events should make the "end of the year" headlines. This year, however, that choice was quite simple. 1997 was truly a historical one for the Maple Valley School Dis­ trict.) Perhaps years from now when future generations look back into the 1990s, the Maple Valley bond issue will come to mind. Sept. 22 was "Y" day, the date when voters said yes to a 8.6 mil­ lion dollar project that would change Maple Valley forever. The vote was the first time a bond issue has been approved since the district was established in 1963. Though only a small margin managed to pass the bond election, 51%, the im­ plications will be tremen­ dous. Among the changes which will begin to take shape in 1998 are the elimi­ nation of portable class­ rooms, a new Jr. High wing on the Jr.-Sr. High build­ ing, and new parking and play areas. This was the second such request put before voters in the district. Last spring a similar election took place. Voters had declined additions and renovations, a new bus garage and a football sta- dium which would be housed at the high school, replacing the existing field at Fuller Many public meetings took place prior to the last election, most led by new Maple Valley Superinten­ dent Clark Volz. He had taken his position just prior to the beginning of the 1997-98 school year, and felt those meetings neces­ sary to inform voters. Fol­ lowing results of the bond election, he thanked voters for their support and said that he realized what sacri­ fices a project of that mag­ nitude would place upon area families. He described the financial hardship much like a "huddle" prior to a Lions football game. "Those boys are all in a huddle just before the game and all want to win," he said. "But some will face a bigger sacrifice than others. Some don’t agree with that particular play and some will take a harder hit. The important thing is that if they all work as a team they can achieve their goal," he said. "This election is much like that. Some will have much bigger sacrifices, but if we pool our resources and See Historic year, P. 2 In This Issue... • Santa Claus visits Girl Scouts at Fire Bam • One child care center closes, another opens 1952 N. Broadway Hastings, MI 945-9554 • Well-known man murdered during Christmas holiday • Lions’ State appearances highlight sports in ’97 �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 2 HISTORIC YEAR RE-VISITED, work;togejher we could be amon| ?he best districts in the state." Sinc^rfhb-time that the from front page bond proposal was passed, the Maple Valley Board of Education has begun putting finalized plans on paper, and will soon be 'bidding' the beginning stages of the pro­ ject. There have been more public meetings prior to fi- Been to the Vermontville Opera House to see "The Revue" yet? This group really got off the ground in 1997. 1997 graduation at Maple Valley was also special. The new track behind the high school was now complete, and ceremonies were held there for the first time ever! It was an emotional event for many families. nalizing building plans which are now on paper, and more are planned as the pro­ ject progresses. Volz said he is committed to watching both funding and progress of construc­ tion. "I think that we can break new ground in school con­ struction," he said. "We are driving to get the most our money." Maple Valley Football fans will long remember the 1997. season, also. AU along the team's 12-0 sea­ son came what most de­ scribed as "tremendous community support". There were T-shirts and caps that said "Domeward bound" and 'There's no place like dome," even lights and g signs. When that Saturday ar­ rived in November (Thanksgiving weekend) for the Lions to play in the Class CC playoffs at the Silverdome, a caravan of cars and busses arrived in support of the Lions. It was even rumored that there would be no one left in town, "Last one to leave Nashville, turn out the lights," was the standing joke around town. The Li­ ons lost that final game 6-0, but were upbeat the follow- Dennis Vanderhoef received that personal invitation in the mail. "When I got the invita­ tion in the mail before read­ ing it, I thought they just wanted us to sell fruit or something," he joked. "I almost threw it away!" He went on to say that only a handful of bands are chosen each year. All invita­ tions are based upon per­ ing week. After all, how many high school kids have the opportunity to play at the Silverdome. The high school marching band also made the news this past year. They were one of few bands from across the United States chosen to participate in the New Year's Day Peach Bowl half-time show. That announcement came last June when band director G. □ □ D □ □ 0 0 0□•M □□ □ □ □ 0 □ □ □ Continued next page— a|o □!□ a|p a|a o|a n|a a|o o|a ala We pay top s dollar for •Mg S D orjewelry. Secondhand City CHESTER GOSPEL CHURCH GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH 803 Reed St., Nashville 3744 W. Vermontville Hwy. Sunday School................. 10 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ......... 1a.m. Evening Worship..... 6 p.m. Wednesday Evening: Prayer Meeting.................... 7 p.m. Sunday School................ 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship ............... 11a.m. Evening Worship.................. 6 p.m. Wednesday Family Night Service.................... 7 p.m. Meeting at Maple Valley High School PASTOR GLENN BRANHAM BASELINE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 9617 E. Baseline Rd. ■ Comer of Baseline & Church Roads (2 miles east ofM-66 on Baseline) PASTOR MARC S. LIVINGSTON Phone: 543-5488 FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (Nursery Provided) 110 S. Main, Vermontville Morning Worship ■............ 11 a.m. Church School ................ 0 a.m. Youth Groups, Bible Study and many other activities. Fellowship Time After Worship Phone (616) 963-7710 REV. ERIC USON Sunday School............... 9:30 a.m. Worship Service ..... 11 a.m. REV. GLEN WEGNER CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 301 Fuller St., Nashville SOUTH KALAMO CHURCH Morning Celebration 10 a.m. Contemporary Service, Relevant Practical Teaching, Nursery, Children's Classes, Youth Group, Adult Small Groups, Leadership Training MAPLE GROVE BIBLE CHURCH 8593 Cloverdale Road (1/2 mile East ofM-66, 5 mi. south ofNashville) g|g o|a a|a a|a a|a Phone: (517) 852-9228 . 6043 SCOTT RD. (M-79) A..M. Worship 9:30 a.m. S.unday School ...............11 a.m. PASTOR GEORGE GAY PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (517) 852-1993 NASHVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH One mile N. of Vermontville Hwy. on Mulliken Road Sunday School......................... 9:45 A.M. Service................................ 11 P.M. Service ......................... 7 p.m. Wed. Service ....................... 7 p.m. PASTOR LESTER DeGROOT Church Service .............. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.................. 10 a.m. Fellowship Time............ 10:30 a.m. Adult Class ................ 10:50 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN Corner of Kalamo Highway and Ionia Road NORTH KALAMO UNITED METHDOSIT CHURCH Sunday School............... 9:45 a.m. Sunday: A.M. Worship ........ 11 a.m. P.M. Worship........... ...6 p.m. Wednesday Fvening: Worship ............................... 7 p.m. Sunday A.M. Worship ....................10:30a.m. Evening Worship................... 6p.m. Wednesday Evening at 7 p.m.: Children’s Classes Youth Group • Adult Worship Worship Service.............. 9:30 a.m. REV. ALAN METTLER PASTOR RANDY SMITH PASTOR MARK THOMPSON ST. CYRIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 203 N. State, Nashville Mass Sat. Evening.......... 6:30 p.m. ‘FATHER CHARLES FISCHER, PASTORS. A mission of St. Rose Catholic Church, Hastings VERMONTVILLE BIBLE CHURCH QUIMBY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Sunday School......................... 9:45 Worship Service ................. 11 a.m. Sunday Evening Service ...... 6 p.m. Wed. Evening Service.......... 7 p.m. AWANA.............. 7-8:30 p.m. Wed. S.unday Schoo 10 a.m. W.orship......... 11 a.m. After School Special Wed....... 4 p.m. REV. DANIEL SMITH M-79 West PASTOR SUSAN TROWBRIDGE (616) 945-9392 VERMONTVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 108 N. Main, Vermontville NASHVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Located on the corner of . State and Washington streets Worship Service............ ;9:45 a.m. Sunday School.............. 11:15 a.m. REV. JAMES L HYNES At Home: 852-1704 Church Phone: 852-9682 0 0 0 0 p □ a|a ala o 250 N. Main St., Vermontville 304 Phillips St., Nashville GRESHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH PEACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF BARRYVILLE Sunday School........................... 10 A.M. Service........................... 11:15 P.M. Service................................. 6 PASTORS: DON ROSCOE and ROB VAN ENGEN 00□ Nashville 852-5005 • Hastings 945-5005 g LOCAL CHURCH SCHEDULE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH p ST. ANDREW’S INDEPENDENT ANGLICAN CHURCH Meeting at 502 E. Bond St. (Hastings Church of God bldg.) Holy Communion .............. 9 a.m. (1st and 3rd Sundays) Morning Prayer.................. 9 a.m. (2nd and 4th Sundays) 1928 Prayer Book used at all services. For more information call 948-9327 or Rev. David T. Hustwick Vicar at 948-2101. St. Andrew's is a part of the Independent Anglican Church Canada Synod. Sunday School................... 10 a.m. Church Service................. 11 a.m. PASTOR JEFF BOWMAN OUR LADY OF HOPE CHAPEL Roman Catholic Latin Mass 14275 M-50 East, Alto 2nd and 4th Sundays of every Month at 6:30 p.m. (616) 765-3094 (after 7 p.m.) FATHER FRANCISCO �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 3 The first ever Summerfest in Nashville took place in 1997! It was a weekend full of baseball and basketball tournaments, crafts, games for the kids and lots to eat! All can be contributed to Kevin Rost who spent months organizing the event and collecting sponsors. From previous page— formances during competi­ tions. "It is quite an honor to at­ tend." he had said. Band members and chap- erones left Nashville Dec. 28. The choir program at Maple Valley began on a much sadder note. The news last May that all choir at the Valley would be elim- Talk about school spirit! The Wawiernia family of Vermontville added to this display weekly to support their football team. The Lions made it all the way to the "Dome" this year. 9 ©>■ i 1-888-286-8270 852-0313 Special by Kathy 207 N. Main Box 410 Nashville Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri.; 9-12 Sat. Flowers and Gifts Serving all surrounding areas and funeral fune homes 1 $2 Ol&efloia inated due to budget con­ straints prompted many an­ gry comments from students and parents in the district. They called the decision a "Blow to those intending to use their high school choir experiences as stepping stones to further education or careers in music." Choir had been "back" for only a few years, according to reports. Because of a lack of school funding there had been 10 years with no mu­ sic at Maple Valley. Since the return of the program about 11 years ago, students involved had done various fund raisers to keep their choir afloat. Funds they raised were used to help pay for extra-curricular activities and most recently to pur­ chase hew choir robes. There was talk of making choirjust an extra-curricular activity, working with vol­ unteers, and then more talk of reinstating only the high school program on a re­ stricted basis. Again, a story with a happy ending! High school choir, though only offered one hour during the day, is back in full swing with more members than ever, including several male vo­ calists. Perhaps Dennis Vanderhoef can be credited for the success of that reinstate­ ment. After volunteering to give up his conference hour to teach the class, he has re­ cruited more students. He and the choir performed their first Christmas concert early 4-H Personal Appearance group to meet Choir was almost a "has been" at the Valley until Band Director Dennis Vanderhoef took over the high school program and Board of Education member, Wayne Curtis volunteered to work with elementary children. This photo was the last of the original choir under the direction of Carol Kersten just prior to her retirement last spring. in December. Elementary music, though not funded by the district has also been re-es­ tablished, thanks to volun­ teers, including Board of Education member Wayne Curtis. Curtis and other volun­ teers began working with elementary children after school in November, and have since put on a Christ­ mas program. $ CHERYL’S HAIR SHOP CHERYL PIERCE Owner 3661 Curtis Rd., Nashville, Ml 517-852-2377 Hairstyles...for Men, Women & Children AV E DA. Happy n a _____ _ Mew ireapf MAPI F VALLEY Real Estate _ THE ART ANl» SCIENCE OV I'URIi FLOWER AND PLANT BSSUNCUS. Member of the Grand Rapids Board of Realtors & the Multiple Listing Service 227 N. MAIN ST., NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-1915 Fax: 852-9138 Broker, Homer Winegar, GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES HMS ' ' n i» * MultiP|e Listing Service (MLS) * Home Warranty Available Joan & Homer Winegar Nyle Well*............................ Eves. 726-0223 ............. 726-1234 CONGRATULATIONS NYLE!! ..on your recent GRI DESIGNATION! (Graduate Realtors Institute) and on your Real Estate Successes in 1997!! Happy New Year!! ...from all of us, to our many friends and their families. 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NASHVILLE - 6 ROOM, 2-STORY VERMONTVILLE RESIDENTS The Village of Vermontville will be COLLECTING CHRISTMAS TREES on January 7 & 8 ONLY Please put tree at curbside. 4-H leaders, members and parents interested in helping plan the 1998 Style Revue are invited to attend the Style Revue meeting at 4 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 9 at the Extension office. Creative thoughts and help are needed to make the 1998 Style Revue a fun and benefi­ cial experience for members. Each 4-H club which partici­ pates in Style Revue will be assigned duties, so should be represented at this meeting so you can choose what you would like to do. For further information, contact the Extension office at (517) 543­ 2310 or (517) 372-5594. 3 bedrooms, home tastefully redecorated 1996, new carpets, deck overlooks fenced back yard. Ready to move into! I Possession at close. This is one you must see to appreciate!! Call Nyle. (N-80) HOME IN VERMONTVILLE • POSSESSION AT CLOSE - 3 bedroom mobile home with barn on 2'4 lots, room for another house. Price: $39,900. Monthly pay­ ments: $417.31 based on $1995 down payment, loan amount of $37,900 at 12% interest, fixed rate for 20 years, if you qualify. You pay your own taxes & insurance. Call Homer for more informa­ tion. (V-76) WOODED P*r:'*)S0UTH OF NASHVILLSQ?5?res. (VL-22) TWO ACRE LOT Mf'ij ASHVILLE - k Rolling§O.« lined. (VL-52) READY TO “MOVE INTO” ■ VER­ MONTVILLE 2 BEDROOM RANCH HOME with single attached garage, large lot in village with a "country view". Occu­ pancy at close. Call Homer for appointment to see. (V-78) VACANT LAND YOUR CHOICE OF TWO - 2 ACRE LOTS NEAR NASHVILLE $11,900 each!! Rolling & tree lined, with "walk-out" sites for building. Perked & surveyed. Call Nyle. (VL-52) 20 ACRES (OR 2-10 ACRE PAR­ CELS) - LAKEWOOD SCHOOLS - West of Lake Odessa and south of Clarksville. Partially wooded, blacktop road, perk tested & surveyed. Call Homer for more "info." (VL-79) LAND CONTRACT TERMS • ROL­ LING & WOODED - 2.2 acres. $8,900. Located south of Nash­ ville. Maple Valley Schools. Call Homer. (VL-22) d �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 4 Historic year revisited with photos The Maple Valley Band is now at the Peach Bowl! After a personal invitation, band members worked for months to raise enough money for the trip. A car wash in September was among several community fund raisers. Nashville Chiropractic There was lots of school spirit shown all over the community as the Maple Valley Lions prepared for their shot of the CC Championship at the Silverdome in Pontiac. Diane Heyboer climbed over the top of Citizens Elevator to display this MV flag. Most Insurances Accepted Blue Cross Provider Auto Injury From Our Readers... । New Patient ! Special I $4Q00 Due day of service • Exam, x-ray & Treatment I Expires January 8th, 1998 I Dr. Mike Callton, D.C. 852-2070 307 N. Main St. Nashville Money stolen from local teacher’s purse To the editor: I’ve pondered all weekend on how to deal with the unfor­ tunate fact that I was a victim It’s NotJust The Flu That Brings Peonle Here It’s The Caring Way We Treat Them. Whether it’s for you or someone you care about, personal family medicine is just a phone call away. At Nashville Family Medicine, treating you like ' a person is an important part oftreating you. Call today. Now accepting new patients. Deborah A. Joseph, DO 852-2133 750 Durkee St., Noshville (M-66) Pe Pennock Healthcare Services of a robbery. On Friday, Dec. 19 I went to the bank on my lunch hour to cash my check. My usual routine on pay day is to immediately go to the credit union and deposit the money to pay my bills. Due to the fact that I needed to volunteer my time working at a craft sale at the Vermont­ ville Fire Bam for the Girl Scouts directly after school, I didn’t have time to make the deposit. Normally, I would not have had a large amount of money in my wallet. At this point, I feel very upset that someone, probably an adult, would do this to me. I have worked with kindergarten children for over two decades and I doubt that any of them would go into my purse on my desk. We went down to the gym for 45 minutes for a Christmas singa-long, plus I left my classroom to dismiss the children at the end of the day. During these times, parents were stopping by my classroom to pick up their children. It was during this time that my wallet was emptied. From September to June I spend more waking hours working at school than I do in my home. My classroom is my second home. It’s pretty sad that my property is so in­ secure at school. The money was going to be used for Christmas purchases and my family’s holiday season will certainly not be as joyous as I had hoped. But the loss of the money was insignificant in comparison to the violation of my trust in our community. I’m hoping that I can quickly put this behind me and try to enjoy the remainder of the holidays. To the person who took the money — I sincerely hope that you spent the money buying Christmas gifts and food for your children. Thank you, Linda Gaber Kindergarten teacher Fuller Street Elementary School B-93 visited Nashville and Vermontville in 1997! They were out collecting for their "Country Cares For Kids" campaign and many residents lined up to make a donation. Melissa Manor was among the first to make a donation when the B-93 van rolled into town. Subscribe TODAY! Receive all the news for the Barry County area in the Hastings Banner Cail... 945-9554 The Hastings Banner Quality Gazebos and Lawn Furniture 5185 N. Ionia Road Vermontville, MI • 517-726-0393 (1 Mile North of Vermontville) Pre*Christmas Special Prices Gazebos • Lawn Furniture • Lighthouses • Bird Houses • Bird Feeders �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 5 Thank You... ...To all ofourfriends and customersfor making 1997 a greatyearfor us. Looking forward to serving you in 1998. We will be closed Dec. 31 and Jan. 1st. ...for your continued patronage. Serving you is our pleasure! From left to right: John Warren, Betty Pierce & Thelma Christopher The Hecker Agency Insurance for your Life, Home, Business and Car ® (^uto-Ov>ncr» Jnmrance' 225 NORTH MAIN STREET, NASHVILLE Phone (517) 852-9680 Now taking application for inside sale person -full time. Apply in person with resume. f$ t HOMETOWN LUMBER YARD 219 S. State, Nashville 517-852-0882 852-0882 Thanlt You... Thank You ••• We have enjoyed serving all ofyou in 1997 and look forward to being ofservice in 1998. Serving you and taking care ofyourfinancial needs has been a pleasure. We lookforward to seeing you again in '98! Jerry, Kim, Dan uto Auto Parts Center Value of Nashville 112 North Main (517) 852-9500 *■ Thank You... Laton ‘federal Savings Lanf^^ 109 S. MainStrcet, Michigan. 49073 • TefepHoiu. (317)852-1830 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER TR.au.l2 (jou... ...for your past patronage. We look forward to serving you again in 1998 and wish you the bestfor the New Year. VERN’S REPAIR 1823 Coville Rd., Woodland, Ml 48897 From left to right: Linnea Downing, Koleen Noteboom, Mitzie, Peg Newman-Hoort, Stephanie Starks and Doug Hoort. Not pictured: Kris Morton. We wish you a very happy holiday season with the best of everything in the new year. Phone (616) 367-4544 Lakewood Veterinary Service 7857 Velte Road (M-50), Lake Odessa 616-374-7689 M-50 north of Lakewood High School Dr. ^Douglas M. Hoort • Dr. Peggy Newman Rick Makley (Owner) Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:00-12:00 & 1:00-5:00; Sat. 8:00-1:00; Closed Wed. & Sun. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 6 South African student stays with Vermontville family Things are much different in South Africa. Though there are many Middle class people here, over there most are either very rich or very poor. Some still rely in donkey's for transportation and live in huts. by Cindy J. Smith Staff Writer Christmas was a bit dif­ ferent than usual for South African native, Ntebeng Melwa (pronounced Nabeen). The student is spending her holiday in the United States. In fact, she is right in Vermontville. Ntebeng is here through the Lions Youth Exchange program and has been with Bill and Sharon Mason since December 9. She leaves today to stay with another family in Indiana for the next three weeks before returning home. "Things are much differ­ ent here," she told the Maple Valley News. Send your Correspondence on Personalized Stationery! The parison raft PERSONALIZED STATIONERY COLLECTION features many styles and colors to make your letter writing unique. J-Ad Graphics UJ 1952 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI 49058 616-945-9554 "Christmas in South Africa is not celebrated as this big deal." Her Christmas stocking, now hanging with the other Masons' socks is the biggest in the group by far. (Sharon says Bill is protest­ ing over the sock. His has always been the biggest be­ fore) Ntebeng really had no idea what to expect prior to Christmas Day, for in South Africa they don't have that custom. Over there, some presents are ex­ changed, though not always. She had never feasted on turkey and dressing. She said that aside from Christmas, there was a bit of culture shock when she arrived in Vermontville. "I thought all Americans were rich," she said, "and lived in big houses in the city. Vermontville is noth­ ing like I imagined. Her host agrees. "I'm so poor I can't even pay atten­ tion," Bill joked during the interview. She is among several South African students vis­ iting the states for six weeks this winter. They were selected through vari- B Double Prints I K At a Great Holiday Price! $4>29 12 Exp. Roll 2.20 : ffd” 36 Exp. Roll 15 Exp. Roll 6.29 From 126,110, disc or 35 mm full frame color print film (C-41 process). Excludes 4” prints. Excludes ADVANCED PHOTO SYSTEM 219 Main Street • Nashville • 952-0845 Hours: 9 am to 4 pm Saturday; 9 am to 6 pm Monday - Friday appears to be looking for new attire. ous Lions organizations near their homes. Here, there are many families who have participated in the Youth Exchange Program, either sending their high school students abroad, or hosting a guest from one of several countries. You need not be a member of the Li­ ons organization. In South Africa, however, only members and their families are allowed to take part in the program. Ntebeng said that her trip here was just plain "lucky". "My aunt is a member of the Lions organization in South Africa so I was lucky to have the opportunity to come,' she said. "We had to go though quite an inter­ view and then were told if selected." Netbeng was only required to know her native-language and a bit of English to be eligible to come to the United States, but she knows five languages. Among them are German, Sotho, Tswiana and Zulu. She’ said it is really neces­ sary to know languages of different provinces near her home. In South Africa, people from many provinces, though located right next to one another, very often speak in a differ­ ent tongue. One might think that she would know just enough of each to communicate, but when it comes to English, there is no communication problems at the Mason household. Both her Ameri­ can parents said that they have been impressed by her ability to speak clearly, needing no translation. Both are more impressed with her singing, however. Ntebeng has been signing since a small child and wants to do so profession­ ally some day. While here visiting she has sang solo in church and has spent time with the Maple Valley Choir, something that Bill says the high school kids won't soon forget. Not only did she share her voice with the teens at Maple Valley, she shared stories about her country. Things there are much dif­ ferent for teens. "Really different," she said. "We are not allowed to date without a parent until we are 20," where I live. "And in South Africa I be­ lieve that teens have more respect for their elders." Everyone wears uniforms to school in her native land, and they don't speak out of turn. They must be 18 to obtain a driver's license. Though this is Ntebeng's first trip to the United States, this makes four Christmas holidays that the Masons have shared with a foreign guest. His "adopted" teens come from many dif­ ferent countries and cultures, and he said that each visit is a learning experience. "It isn't hard to choose one of these kids, or diffi­ cult to live with them," he said. "The hard part is send­ ing them home!" Obituaries Mildred E. Frank_________________ HASTINGS - Mildred E. Frank, age 88, of Hastings and formerly of die Vermontville area, passed away Monday, December 22,1997 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. Frank was bom on March 25, 1909 in Sebawa Township, Ionia County, the daughter of Henry and Grace (Bale) Carey. She was raised in the Sunfield Township area of Eaton County and attended Shaytown Country School and Sunfield High School. She was married to Claude Frank in 1930. She lived most of her life in the Vermontville area and about 10 years in Charlotte before moving to Hastings in 1991. Mrs. Frank was preceded in death by her husband, Claude in 1968; her parents; one daughter, Joyce Hartrick; two sons, Ronald and Gary Frank; five brothers, Joe, Lawrence, Dale, Lyle and Raymond Carey. She is survived by a son, Roger Frank of Hastings; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two sisters, Opal Fast of Dimondale and Beverly Jean Feldpausch of Holt; two brothers, Wayne Carey of lensing and Clifford Carey of St. Johns. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 24, 1997 at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings. Pastor Russell A. Sarver officiated. Burial took place at the Freemire Cemetery in Sunfield Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. (Jive A Memorial Chat Can (jo On forever A gift to the Barry Community Foundation is used to help fund activities throughout our county in the name of the person you designate. Ask your funeral director for more information on the Barry Community Foundation or call 945-0526. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 7 There were lots of great ideas for last minute shoppers at the second annual Christmas In the Village put on by area girl scouts. Check out these pot holders, (from left) Tiffany Cowell, Stacey Fasset and Holly Rathbum) Area girl scouts celebrated with Santa a bit early this year, with a get together at the Vermontville Fire Bam. The event, known as "Christmas In the Village" was a new idea, one year ago, and brought back by popular ffliii *■* Girl scouts had also been busy in the kitchen preparing cookies for the Christmas holiday. These little bakers are (from left) Danielle Christensen, Ashley Gonser and Loren Pierce. demand. Area troops were all on hand with items for last minute shoppers, there were lots of baked goodies, and St. Nick himself dropped in for a visit and took time to hear the wish lists of area children. Among some ofthe goodies that could be purchased were pins, pot holders and tree ornaments. . The Maple Valley News stopped by the fire barn to get a taste of those goodies and say hi to Santa. We decided to share a few pictures for those who missed "Christmas In the Village." . ftstCsj. tai lupltai^ 15sn nudihilta; es'k Santa had lots of visitors at the fire barn during Christmas In The Village. Little Seth Trowbridge couldn't wait until his turn to visit with St. Nick. Efej tylMfcsIW HtaiW|tafytal ^si^iiDtonJijs be Cnjdlffljiit''. W&fjiih ( MtunU [js iWita|,to«! du KAWhi gjtWijlhBWl -■) iBifetat" jjaWH IkuiilntiB STREAM MAP Yes, even the big kids took time to check in with Santa. He had his list along and knew who had been naughty and who had been nice. 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Send __4 FT BY 4 FT LAMINATED map(s) postage paid at $43.45 ea. Check enclosed $ Name Address City State Zip J-AD GRAPHICS 1952 N. Broadway P.O. Box 188 Hastings, MI 49058 (pAjofa&AOA d{iqboa'A STREAMS �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 8 One child care center closes, another opens Affordable, licensed child care in the Maple Valley area was a worry for awhile in 1997. The closing of the Maple Valley Child Care Center this year affected many area families. Now, a new center known as "Little Friends Playhouse" means licensed, affordable care in Vermontville. Last January, brought bad news for those parents in and around Vermontville who had relied upon the Maple Valley Child Care Center. Mounting debts forced the center to close its doors, perhaps forever. According to board mem­ bers the center had been running "in the red" for One of the first outings this fall at Little Friends Playhouse was a visit to the fire barn. Monte O'Dell is letting all of his little friends tour the fire truck. When the Maple Valley Child Care Center closed their doors last January, many thought there would never been a child care facility like this in Vermontville again. A small miracle happened this fall, now "Little Friends Playhouse" has become what many parents wished for. quite some time. There were problems making payroll and meeting day-to-day ex­ penses, but it was the Michigan Employment Se­ curity Commission (MESC) that broke the camels back. Because of an outstanding debt, MESC officials had emptied the center's account, leaving no money for other operating expenses. "Having to close the doors was really hard," re­ ported board member Kelly Jo Williams. "At that last meeting we were all really sad. There were a lot of tears shed." She told the Maple Valley News in an interview shortly after the center had closed that the center's board members had worked very hard to keep the doors open "for kids.” They also claimed that the financial state of the center, which provided care for ba­ bies, toddlers, and school • No Sales Pressure • No Hassle • In the Privacy of your Own Home • SLOW CREDIT? • 1 ST TIME BUYER? • FRESH START? WALK-IN • DRIVE OUT • NO CREDIT? FINANCING AVAILABLE CREDIT HOTLINE CALL NOW! 1-888-539-9818 age children, as well as pteschool classes, was no fault of theirs, but due to mis­ management lon g before they took over. Former Director, Mary Ann Curth had told Maple Valley News that debts in­ curred while the center was known as the Maple Valley Co-op were to blame for the center's financial demise. That Co-Op, which was based out of Nashville, had folded and then was re-orga­ nized as the MV Child Care Center in 1993. At that point the center was moved to Vermontville, housed in the rear of the Congrega­ tional Church. "When we opened our doors in 1993, we assumed the asset of the co-op, and in doing that we assumed some of their debt," she said. Curth's recollection of that transaction was con­ firmed by many other past board members. But when Sharon Elzinga, who was co-op treasurerjust before the re-organization, said that when she took that position there were also outstanding debts, all were made prior to her resigna­ tion. "At that point the balance in the co-op's checking ac­ count was a mere $12.36," she said. Regardless of who is at fault and how long the bills to MESC accumulated, when funds were confiscated the total owed to MESC ex­ ceeded $20,000, according to some. "It got to the point where MESC was just taking the money owed from our ac­ count," said Williams in February. "Last week was the last straw." She had also said that if not for the help from the church, the center may have been • gone even sooner. When the arrangement had been made in 1993 to rent the new addition on the rear of the church, those work­ ing at the center were granted permission to use church kitchen facilities to prepare meals at no extra cost. The church also paid all of the utilities and for the most part hadn't charged Alice Eaton is Great Grandma again!!! Five generations gather! Great great grandma Alice Eaton is holding twins Jasmine and Cheyanne VanTyle. Gathered found is Great Grandma Dora Beeman, Grandma, Nola VanTyle and new mom, Lena Van Tyle. This makes 19 great great grandchildren for the Nashville resident. any rent because of the cen­ ter's financial state. After the doors closed, children were shuffled to other centers or licensed homes and Curth held preschool classes in her home at no charge for those who had been attending at the center. Some might say what happened in September, nine months following "D" day for the center, a miracle took place in Vermontville. Little Friends Playhouse opened its doors for the first time, offering child care and preschool classes very simi­ lar to that of the former cen­ ter. In fact, some say that Karen Woodman's "brain­ storm" is a carbon copy of the center. As a working mom, Karen said that she felt lost without a child care facility near her home. She has a teaching degree and thought this would be her opportu­ nity to put her talents to work. "To help other mother with child car* woes," she said of her action. She began discussing her idea for a new center with others in the neighborhood and finally approached the church board with her idea and received a thumbs up. The new center would be much more 'than, a place for parents to leave children while they work. It would be a place to make new "friends". "At the Little Friends Playhouse your child will have the opportunity to par­ ticipate in activities that as­ sist in developing cognitive, language, fine motor, large motor, social emotional and self help skills," she saidEnrollment at "Little Friends Playhouse" has con­ tinued to grow since September. The center is now open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. f Looking for a "X PRINTER? Call... <945-9554 ) Insurance Work • Rust Repair Complete Car Restoration Custom Painting and Murals • Vinyl Tops • Car Re-upholstering • Custom Collision Repair Corner of 79 & Ionia Rd., Vermontville Ph. (517) 726-0319 HOURS: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday �The Maple Valley News. Nashville. Monday. December 29. 1997 — Page 9 Well known area man murdered during holiday Andrea Eaton, from Ms. Braun's class asks which detergent makes the most bubbles. Maplewood school hosts annual science fair Maplewood School opened its doors for parents and visi­ tors to come and view the sci­ ence fair projects created by Maplewood students Nov. 25. This science project was the culminating activity for the study and application of the scientific method that students are required to demonstrate on Michigan’s MEAP Science Tet to be held during January. All students were required to complete a project either individually or in pairs. It was a very successful evening with many visitors to the building and all students were well prepared to discuss their question, hypothesis, com­ pleted research, experiment, and if their conclusion sup­ ported their hypothesis, school officials said. Wl° IkiNttna,^ 'to tKilittfci^ 'tost ptiiiiitatA *« *Mli< kl^tDukB ajitaB'. 0, 'JifcliliW •to-D' ftjta|«i(iii i®lt iirttjUiiijiip ®t KipMiuuct/iitettafr Mouse jjttiripiiW litfcl ta/tlirtxlr? Bid ®n,sriwMtoto » rfldpstt.'W (st- MM ii M Wnijtat'to!* lU iind lo !10’ilW Andrew Belen, from Mrs. Guajardo's class, asks, does the density of a ball effect how high it bounces? arf «»open MonJ1.' M». DI, p,UI. W W IS I HANSBARGER CONSTRUCTION 517-726-0323 Septic Systems • Dozer • Sand • Peat Pond Digging • Pit Run Gravel Barnyard Top Soil • Backhoe Crane Service • Limestone Large and Small Field Tile - Cal/ for FREE Estimates - Cobs Residential • Commercial • Farm Submersible & Jet Pump & Tank Sales — Service 2”, 5” Well Drilling & Repair f Richard Cobb • David 517-726-0377 J 270 N. Pease Rd. Vermontville Mich. Lie. #23-174g Harold Svoboda, 45, for­ mer owner of Svoboda's Market on M-79 and Chari­ ton Park Road, was mur­ dered at his home late Christmas Eve or early Christmas morning, accord­ ing to a press release by the Hastings Post of the Michi­ gan State Police. Police said Friday they have questioned a number of people in connection with the death, but no arrests had been made by the time the Maple Valley News went to press Friday because of an early, holiday deadline. Though police would not release any other details sur­ rounding their investigation State Police did report late Friday that an autopsy con­ firmed Svoboda's death was a homicide. Police Detective Lou Quinn, who is conducting the murder investigation, was not available for com­ ment. However, State Police are asking that anyone with in- formation contact the post at 616/948-8283 or the Silent Observer Hotline at 1-800-310-9031. "Further information will be released as it is avail­ able," police said. Several area witnesses and neighbors said that there had been a party that included a bonfire taking place at the Svoboda residence on M-79 near Charlton Park Road on Christmas Eve before his body was discovered at about 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 25. The funeral was pending at Wren Funeral Home in Hastings at press time and services were set to be ar­ ranged sometime early Sat­ urday. Svoboda was the son of Charles and Jane Margaret (Clark) Svoboda who were natives of Charlevoix where they operated a dairy farm before moving to the Hast­ ings area in 1967. At that lime, when Harold was 15 and attending Roo- fictitious report of a crime to the Barry County Sherif­ fs Department. In 1971, Svoboda was married to Donna Lee Mc­ Collum of Nashville, and the couple had one child, Jennifer. According to newspaper archives, Svoboda ran into more trouble with the law when he was arrested al the age of 23 and two more times at 24 for having open intoxicants in a vehicle. People who knew Svo­ boda said they believed he had no valid driver's license at the lime of his murder and that he often let people stay at his home, situated on 80 acres in Hastings Charter Township. 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You can pay less interest on your credit card balance, but you will have to shop around to get the best rate. You will want to find what a credit card charges in interest rate, service fees, and do these charges change over time? These charges should be considered before making a change from your present credit card. 2) Move unpaid balances to a less costly card — When you get a new lower interest rate, move any balances you have to the lowest rate card. Most issuers allow you to transfer your unpaid balance from your old card to a new card, which could save you hun­ dreds of dollars a year. Once you have your new card, cancel your old card. And about two weeks later, call back to make certain the ac­ count has been closed. 3) Read your card agree­ ment carefully — All the costs associated with using your credit card are outlined in your agreement. 4) Check up on your credit history — Every time you use credit, you are adding to your credit history. If you have never reviewed your credit history, now is a good time to do so. You can request a copy of your credit report from a sevelt Military Academy in Aledo, Ill., they purchased Merle Ockerman’s Service Station, which later became Svoboda's Market Surviving are Harold’s mother, Jane, of Florida, and his sister, Susan, along with one daughter, Jennifer, and three grandchildren, ac­ cording to reports. As a cadet at Roosevelt Military Academy, Harold Svoboda was cited for excel­ lence at ceremonies honor­ ing award winners for the first quarter of the school year in 1967. He was also cited for ex­ cellence in sports during his time at the academy. Later, in 1970, Svoboda was arrested for making a credit bureau. TRW (800-392-1122) offers a free copy of your report per year. 5) Pay more than the minimum payment — some credit cards are offering lower minimum monthly payments. Watch out! The smaller your monthly payments, the longer it takes to pay off the debt and the more interest you pay in the long run. Cash advances may look attractive, but keep in mind that interest usually builds from the moment you accept cash. If you really want to get your financial house in order this next year, then you might consider a home study course being offered by Eaton Coun­ ty MSU Extension, called Money 2000. The goal of the program is to help individuals or families save $2,000 or reduce credit debt by $2,000 by the year 2000. For more information call MSU Exten­ sion at (517) 543-2310 or 372-5594. The course begins February 1. FREE ESTIMATES Fast, Friendly, Professional Services 852-2290 THE MOVIE STATION ._____Cleaning: *15.00 201 North Main Street - Nashville PLATING MAINTENANCE Tier One Automotive Supplier seeking qualified individuals to fill several openings in our Plating Department. Qualified applicants will possess a H.S. Diploma/GED, Trade School/College Training. 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Co. �The Maple Valley News, Nashville, Monday, December 29, 1997 — Page 10 For Rent Mobile Homes RICE LAKE, ONTARIO Cedar Cove Resort Book ’98 fishing trips now. Pontoon boat rental. Good accomodations. 1-888-673-5363.___________ 1984 FRONT KITCHEN: Land contract must sell. Best offer. 1-800-538-7870._______ H.U.D. APPROVED 3bd., 2 bath. Payments as low as $250 per month. In by Christmas. Good credit or bad credit Call 1-800-538-7870. A.A.A. AMERICAN ABAN­ DONED REPOS: 3bd„ 2 bath. Good credit fair credit no credit bad credit Anything in trade but kids. Boats, cars, snow­ mobiles, etc. 1-800-984-4663. BANKRUPTCY LEGAL Services. First consultation free. Fees fully explained in advance. Call 945-3512 for appointment VERY NICE 1 bedroom mobile home Thomapple Lake $300. 517-852-9386 For Sale Automotive 1984 S-10 PICKUP: Nice truck, 111,000 miles, well maintained, $1,800. 667 N. Ionia Rd., Vermontville._______________ ABANDONED REPO: never lived in, will move if necessary, huge 3 and 4 bedroom mobile homes. Hometown USA, 1-800-538-7870____________ 1986 OLDS 98: Nice body, needs timing belt, $400. 667 N. Ionia Rd,, Vermontville. BANK REPO: 3 bedroom, 2 bath, $250 low payment. Must seU. 1-800-538-7870________ 1994 CHEVY CAVALIER, 2-door, Teal, 5-speed, p/s, p/b, p/1, am/fm/cass/radio, very sharp car, excellent condition; price reduced, call anytime after 6pm 517-726-0817 FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS: represent several banks and repos, new and used, hundreds to choose from, 1-800-538-7870 I May you enjoy a § wonderful holiday with family and /■ friends. i We will be CLOSED January 1 to February 4 $ i I $ TROWBRIDGE’Si AUTO PARTS & SERVICE CENTER 130 S. Main, Vermontville Ph. 517-726-0569 1 Business Services ROOFING, SIDING WINDOWS, decks, home and bam repairs. Albert Sears, 25 years experience. 517-726-1347. VERMONTVILLE ROOFING David Halliwilll owner. 517-543-1002 Help Wanted ROOM AT THE TOP Due to the promotions in the immediate area, three openings now exist for SPORTSMINDED persons in the local area of a FORTUNE 500 company. If selected, you will be given three weeks classroom training at our expense. We provide complete company benefits: major medical, dental, life insurance, plus 40IK plan. $0,000-50,000 first $20,000-540,000 rstyear year income potential and all promotions are based on merit, not seniority. To be accepted, you need to be bondable, have a pleasant personality, be ambitious, eager to get ahead and free to start work immediately. We are particularly interested in leadership ability and people looking for a genuine career opportunity. For a confidential interview appointment, please call Employer Rep. Mr. Schumm 800-238-0996 EOE/ M-F For Sale FOR SALE: Carolina work boots, Minnetonka moccasins and horse tack. B-B Shoe Repair, 123 S. Jefferson, Hastings and 414 W. Main, Ionia. MSU to launch Money 2000 program Michigan State University Extension of Eaton County is launching Money 2000, a new personal financial fitness pro­ gram to help participants increase their savings and/or trim down their consumer debt. The hope is that 2000 peo­ ple in each of Michigan’s 83 counties will save and/or reduce debt by $2000 by the end of the year 2000. If this objective is achieved, the dol­ lar impact on Eaton County and Michigan is estimated at $4 million and $332 million respectively. Money 2000 participants will learn how to set a realistic financial goal. The goal can be to: • Pump up your savings. • Slim down your credit card debt. • Save for a down payment on a new house or car. • Develop a spending plan that really works. • Save for your children’s college education. Goals will be registered with MSU Extension, but no personal financial data will be requested at any time. Money 2000 participants can enroll anytime between January 1998 and January 2000. However, those who start early will have more time to achieve financial goals. New program cycles will begin every six months. Taking part in Money 2000 couldn’t be easier. It is a home study course... and you don’t have to worry about tests or grades. There are none. You do most of your learning with special worksheets and exercises when its convenient, in the privacy of your home. The MSU Extension staff will keep in touch with you by mail. Confidentiality is assured because your personal financial information is kept only by you. Eaton County residents who wish to participate in Money 2000 should call the Eaton County MSU Exten­ sion office at 517-543-2310 or 372-5594 (Lansing), or stop in the office in the Eaton County Office Building at 551 Courthouse Drive, Suite 1, Charlotte. There is a $15 annual fee which covers the cost of membership, financial 4-H shooting sports group to meet All 4-H shooting sports members, leaders and parents are invited to attend the first shooting sports meet on Satur­ day, Jan. 3. All BB gun, .22 cal., muzzleloading, trap, skeet and airpellet participants will meet from 9 to 11 a.m. and ar­ chery will meet from 1 to 3 p.m., both at the 4-H Building on the fairgrounds in Charlotte. There will be lots of general information and up­ dates shared. Members should bring their equipment. Equipment will be checked and information shared on equipment needs. For more information. Jr. Livestock Association to Meet SEE US FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS • Business Forms • Brochures • Catalogues • Inserts • Letterheads • Business Cards • Envelopes • Engraved Signs & Name Badges • Self-Inkers • Laminations • Full Color Copies • Typesetting • Wedding Invitations & Supplies • Rubber Stamps (Notary-Business Logo-Name & Address-Signature) • One to Full Color Copy Experts management worksheets, quarterly Money 2000 newsletters, money manage­ ment workshops, and an optional computerized analy­ sis to suggest debt reduction options, and semi-annual con­ tact from the Extension staff about your progress. The enrollment form and payment should be returned by Jan. 26 with the program kicking off Feb. 1. So far, several local finan­ cial institutions have joined efforts to partner with us in support and promotion of the Money 2000 program. Look for enrollment forms and promotional information in the following banks. Eaton Federal Savings and Loan, Independent Banks, Union Bank of Diamondale, First of America, Community First, Main Street Savings Bank, and Old Kent Bank. With more than 70 percent of Americans living paycheckto-paycheck there is a great need for a program like this. If you would like to take con­ trol of your personal finances, give Money 2000 a chance to “Pump You Up!” The next Eaton County Jr. Livestock Association meet­ ing is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building Public Meeting Room. Now is the time to sign up for a committee. The different committees are: Award’s, Buyer’s Barbecue, Sale Pro­ motion, Sale Advertisement, and Sale Management. Refreshments will be served at the end of the meet­ ing. The meeting is open to all beef, sheep, swine and dairy steer/veal project members, leaders and parents. For more information contact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Advisory group to meet The next Eaton County 4-H Council meeting is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 5 at 7 p.m. at the Eaton County Office Building Public Meeting Room. The newly elected of­ ficers will preside over the meeting. Adult officers are: Peggy Papoi, president; Jeri Mater, vice president; Sarah Pierce, secretary; and Monique Colizzi, treasurer. Teen officers Pets 6 WEEK OLD CHOW Mix puppies free to good homes. Call 616-948-3632 after 6:00. Wanted NEED EXTRA CHRISTMAS MONEY? WE PAY CASH... Wanted: Newer color T.V.’s, recliners, sleeping bags, camp­ ing equipment, Coleman stoves and lanterns, air compressors, table saws, large power tools, drill press, compact home stereo units, boom boxes, car stereos, speakers, baby beds, playpens, large pet cages, aquariums, guitars and amps, goose and duck decoys, sporting good items, battery chargers, ice fish­ ing poles & shanties, TOP DOLLAR PAID FOR GOLD JEWELRY & SCRAP, pocket watches. Second Hand Comers, Hastings 945-5005 or our new location Second Hand Comers, Nashville, 852-5005 are: Melissa Johnson, presi­ dent; Mike Mater, vice presi­ dent; and Sami Mater, secretary/treasurer. The council meetings are open to anyone interested in the Eaton County 4-H Pro­ gram. Each 4-H club is asked to send at least two represen­ tatives to the meeting. For more information, please con­ tact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. Synopsis CASTLETON TOWNSHIP BOARD December 3, 1997 Meeting called to order at 7 p.m. by Supervisor J. Cooley. All board members present. Minutes from November 5, 1997 approved as printed. Treasurer's report approved as printed. s n the e amoun Bills in amount o of please contact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594. 4-H Performing Arts meeting set for Jan. 8 There will be a performing arts meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, 1998 at 4 p.m. at the Eaton County MSU Extension office in Charlotte. Decisions will be made on when, where and how the 4-H talent show will take place. The meeting is open to any interested 4-H members, lead­ ers and parents. For further information, contact the Eaton County MSU Extension office at (517) 543-2310 or (517) 372-5594, ________ EWING WELL DRILLING INC. 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Ad#.4987 TREAT ME RIGHT LIVE FOR TODAY SWF, 18, 5’8”, 124lbs., brown hair/eyes, N/S, non-drinker, seeks shy, personable SM, 18-21, who doesn’t talk too much. Ad#.5352 SW mom, 20, 5'5”, medium build, N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enjoys movies and dance clubs, seeking SWM, 20-26, physique unimportant, for possible relationship. Ad#.4198 YOUNG GRANDMOTHER SW mom, 30,5'8", employed, N/S, likes camping, fishing, the outdoors, looking to meet spontaneous, fun-loving, open-minded SWM, 28-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.4564 YOU + ME = US! CRY FOR LOVE Friendly SW mom, 25, 5’5", N/S, interests Include camping, fishing, walks on the beach, and reading, seeks SWM, 21 -35, for friendship and possible relationship. Ad#.9765 Widowed white female, 48,5’8", medium build, non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, bowling, the outdoors, seeks single white male, 43-50, kids okay, for friends first. Ad#.1133 CINDERELLA’S BALL Friendly SWF, 26,5’, slender, blonde hair, blue eyes, smoker, occasional drinker, enjoys singing, country music, dancing seeks medi­ um-built SM, 24-36, for a quality relationship. Ad#.11O5 NICE HOME IS IMPORTANT Hardworking SW mom of two, 35,5’9", brown­ eyed blonde, slender, smoker, ambitious, out­ going, likes hiking, writing, skating, seeks tall, slim SWM, 30-45, with kids great. Ad#.5225 FRESH STARTS LET’S CONNECT! SW mother, 21, 5’4", brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys going out with friends, dlnIng out, movies and more, seeking SBM, 21­ 25, to share friendship, possibly more. Ad#.2147 Honest, sincere SW mom, 30, 5'5", medium build, N/S, occasional drinker, enjoys dining out, walking on the beach, dancing, bowling, seeks medium-built SW dad, 31-38. Ad#.4646 LET’S MINGLE FRIENDS FIRST SW mom, 18, 5’8",. smoker, lives In the Martin area, enjoys sports, music, dining out, good conversation, non-drinker, seeks SM, 18-28, medium-build, for companionship. Ad#.4444 SW mom, 24, 5’2”, smoker, lives in Bangor, employed, enjoys time with her son, beach walks, horseback riding, seeks SWM, 21-30, to spend time with. Ad#.3315 EXUBERANT Single white mother of two, 49,5'2", likes trav­ eling, dining out, the theater, casinos, quiet evenings and good conversation, seeks friendly, open-minded single white male, who likes children. Ad#.3948 AWAY FROM IT ALL Single white female, 30, 5'6”, smoker, resides in Springfield, interested in weekend getaways, seeking to meet single white male, 29-35, for friendship first. Ad#.9367 WOMAN OF PROMISE Spontaneous, adventuresome SWF, 43,5’2”, brown hair/eyes, lives in Battle Creek, with various interests, seeking eking to meet SWM, for companionship. Ad#.4O69 4O69 SEE THE BEAUTY IN LIFE Complacent, optimistic, open-minded, family-oriented, spiritual SB mom, 36, 5’7”, likes soul searching, uplifting personalities, good humor, reading and music, in search of com­ patible SM. Ad#.7568 DON’T LET HER SLIP AWAY SNAF, 18, 5’8", N/S, hobbies include skiing, billiards, clubs, basketball and quiet times, seeking compatible SM, physique unimpor­ tant. Ad#. 1981 STRONG HEARTED Divorced white mom, 33, 5’4’7 118lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, enjoys home life; music, dancing, movies, hockey games, hayrides, cuddling, seeks caring, honest, fit single/divorced white male, who must love kids. Ad#.1788 A BRIGHTER SIDE Spontaneous single white female, 47, 5’3”, medium build, smoker, from Battle Creek, loves her family, camping, dining out, going for drives, seeks personable single white male, 46-55, no games. Ad#.1317 Single white mom, 39, 5’4”, 138lbs.,-brown hair/eyes, smoker, non-drinker, interests include camping, dining out, gardening, danc­ ing, seeking medium-built single white male, 42-48. Ad#.1269 SW mom, 41, 5’11”, 165lbs., blonde hair, blue eyes, outgoing, enjoys long walks, hot tubs, dining out, spending time with friends and family, movies and much more, seeking easygoing SWM, 35-50, who likes children. Ad#.4141 KEEP IN TOUCH GET TO KNOW ME DO TELL ALL! CANDLELIT DINNERS SWF, 18, 5'2”, 120lbs.,.from Hastings, outgo­ ing and friendly, smoker, enjoys going out, the outdoors, seeking SWM, for friendship. Ad#.1478 DO YOU FIT THE BILL? COULD BE YOURS Single white female, 30, 5’7", medium-build, non-smoker, professional, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys movies and relaxing at home, seeks single white male, 30-40. Ad#.4761 NEW IN TOWN SWF, 32, 5’, outgoing and friendly, employed, enjoys ice skating, roller-skating, walks in the woods, movies, seeking SWM, 29+, who likes children. Ad#.2424 Kind-hearted SWF, 48, 5’4”, 187lbs.t N/S, social drinker, loving, enjoys quiet evening, bowling, camping, movies, cooking, seeks aS gentleman, 45-58, for possible long-term relarela­ tionship. Ad#.3225 Likable, fun single black female, 32,5’2", fullfigured, loves country music, good football games, camping, being outdoors, seeks sin­ gle white male, 22-35. Ad#.9591 AMBITIOUS Energetic, down-to-earth SW mom, 34, 5’2”, 125lbs., self-employed, smoker, non-drinker, seeks SW dad, 36-45, for possible long-term relationship. Ad#.3434 Single white Christian female, 58, 5’4”, 120Tbs., brown hair, green eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys motorcycling, line dancing, swimming, seeks spontaneous, funny single si white Christian male, 50-60. Ad#.5817 OPTIMISTIC Singl Single white female, 38, 5’2", brown hair/e /eyes, pleasant, employed, likes garden­ ing, horse races, her kids, seeks honest, decent, employed single white male, 35+, with similar interests. Ad#.9779 be charged to your monthly telephone bill. You must be 18 years of age or older and have a touchtone Single white female, 34, 5'2", brown hair, brown eyes, enjoys plays, movies, dining out, shopping, seeks single white male, 38-49, with a beard, medium-built, for friendship. Ad#.83O2 Sweet SW mom, 21, 5’8", 133lbs., green­ eyed brunette, attractive, seeks outgoing, funny SM, 19-34, for possible relationship. | Ad#.8913 DON’T LOOK BACK ONLY $1.99 per minute will IA LOVE IS ON THE WAY SWEETNESS' ROMANTIC MOMENTS Baptist single white female, 39, 5’1", 115lbs., brown hair/eyes, employed, non-smoker, non­ drinker, enjoys fishing, camping, seeking outgoing single white male, 40-45, kids okay. Ad#.1397 . ANY CHEMISTRY? Amicable single white mom, 28, 5*6”, blonde hair, brown eyes, from Battlecreek, interested in rollerblading, dining out, movies, time with son, seeks single.white male, 28-32, non­ smoker. Ad#. 1968 NOT TOO FAST Outgoing, friendly SWF, 22, 5’7", N/S, occa­ sional drinker, enjoys dancing, socializing, seeking fun-loving,compassionate SWM, 21­ 28. Ad#.2122 LET’S GET TOGETHER Single white mom, 30, 5’4", non-smoker, non­ drinker, from Battle Creek, enjoys the movies, the mall, playing mini golf, seeks single white male, 30-40, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.1O24 GET TO KNOW ME Shy single white mom, 40, 5’6", auburn hair, green eyes, independent, from Augusta, enjoys long drives, country music, camping, looking for affectionate single white male, 38­ 45, non-smoker. Ad#.2476 LOVING HEART Friendly single white mom, 32, 5’10”, light brown hair, blue eyes, enjoys sports events and children, seeking tall, single white male, 25-35. Ad#.1233 THE PERFECT CHEMISTRY Affectionate, kind-hearted WWWF, 58, 5'2”, medium build, dark hair, N/S, non-drinker, enjoys gardening, hiking, fishing and more, seeks S WM, 60+. Ad#.1663 CUTE & PETITE Sweet, slender SWF, 18, 5’6”, from Nashville, enjoys shopping, concerts, sporting events, working out, listening to music, seeking respectful and articulate SWM, under 25. Ad#.6996 HIGH ON LIFE Full-figured single white female, 42, 5’1", smoker, non-drinker, gregarious, likes shop­ ping, needlepoint, looking for companionship with outgoing, hardworking single white male, 38-45. Ad#.1112 PICTURE THIS Full-figured SW mom of one; 19, 5’4", blonde hair, blue eyes, N/S, non-drinker, likes movies, photography, seeks mature, honest SM, 18­ 35, ready to settle down. Ad#.7129 GIVE ME A CALL! SWF, 20, 5’5”, N/S, non-drinker, lives in Hartford, employed, enjoys clubs, music and socializing, seeks SWM, 20-24. Ad#. 1277 BE MY TEDDY BEAR AN EXTROVERT Single white female, 46, 5'5", brown hair, blue eyes, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys dining out, dancing and movies, seeks cud­ dly, employed single white male, 335-53, over 5’11", 190Ids. preferred. Ad#.1266 Professional DW mom, 40, 5’4", N/S, honest, adventurous, humorous, lives in Caladonia, student, likes to laugh, enjoys travel, seeks personable SWM, 37-45, with integrity. Ad#.1287 BEAUTIFUL BRUNETTE COWBOY WANTED Single white female, 58, 4'11”, 130lbs., brown hair/eyes, vivacous, from Battle Creek area, enjoys dancing, movies, flea markets and romantic, evenings, seeking compas­ sionate single male, 50-60. Ad#.1735 Outgoing single white female, 25, 5’3”, medi­ um build, blonde hair, blue eyes, smoker, enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, romantic evenings, seeking single white male, 23-29. Ad#4354 FIT AND TRIM SINCERITY REQUIRED Optimistic SWF, 71, 5’6", N/S, non-drinker, lives near Bangor, employed, enjoys walking, yard work, attends church regularly, seeks SWM, 60-75, to share life with. Ad#.2731 UNIQUE WOMAN Single white female, 49, 5’9”, medium build, sandy brown hair, smoker, social drinker, enjoys ffamily gatherings, animals, camping, cooking,, walks, dining out, seeks single white male, 40-60. Ad#. 1948 Single white mom, 43,5’4”, brown hair/eyes, hobbies include sports, shopping, movies, dining out, home life, seeks single black male, 40-60. Ad#. 1006 SWF, 28, 5’2", slender, blonde hair, smoker, employed, seeking medium-built SWM, age unimportant. Ad#. 1969 IT WAS MEANT TO BE... SERIOUS ONLY Intelligent DW mom, 34,5’8”, heavyset, N/S, from Bloomingdale, enjoys time with her kids, animals, camping, fishing, seeks accepting SWM, under 45. Ad#.471O^ THE TIME OF OUR LIVES Personable single white female, 72,5’3", slim, non-smoker, from the Hastings area, enjoys dancing, fishing, camping and traveling, seek- • ing honest, loving single white male, 65-72, for friendship first. Ad#.l965 Appealing SWF, 18, 5’7", medium-built, smoker, lives in Hastings, likes spending time with friends, movies, beach walks, seeks trustworthy SM, under 22, for nice times together. Ad#.6699 SW mom, 41, 5’7”, brown hair, glasses, N/S, enjoys time with her daughter, bowling, danc­ ing, seeks truthful, comminicative SWM, 3847, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.11O4 LET’S HAVE FUN INTO PHOTOGRAPHY? HANGING ON Spontaneous, energetic divorced white father, 3o, 5’4”, blond hair, green eyes, enjoys long walks, nature, making snowmen, billiards and s soccer, looking to meet fun-loving single white female, 25-45. Ad#.79O3 COMPANIONS FOR LIFE? A REAL SWEETHEART Fun-loving SWF, 53, 5'2”, medium build, N/S, non-drinker, interests include stockcar racing, fishing, camping, music, short trips, seeks honest, sincere SWM, 45-55, for long-term relationship. Ad#.21O9 SOMEONE SPECIAL FOR ME Single white female, 42, 5'4”, medium build, non-smoker, enjoys dining out, volleyball, bicy­ cling, hiking,, camping, seeking single white male, 42+, with similar interests. Ad#.5255 ENJOY LIFE Cheerful single white female, 52,5’2”, medium build, Interests include music, bicycling, church work, camping, long talks, seeks eks single white male, 55, non-smoker. Ad#. 1212 A CAREER WOMAN Cheerful single white mom, 38, 5’5", medium build, enjoys family times, country music, dancing, seeks kind, honest, sincere single white male, 33-48. Ad#.1O96_____________ Males Seeking Females Call 1-900-860-2104 $1.99 per minute CALL MEI Single black male, 59, enjoys biking, skiing, movies, traveling and more, seeking single white female, 40-60, for friendship and com­ panionship. Ad#.9637 MARRIAGE-MINDED Successful SBM, 45, 5’4", brown eyes, new to the area, quiet nature, loves laughter, sci-fi novels, music, animals, lifting weights, seeks SF, 25-50. Ad#.8527 LOVES TO DANCE! Likeable, respectful SWM, 59, 5'5”, 135lbs., blue eyes, enjoys home life, bowling, billiards, fishing, boating, g, seeks honest S SF, 30-70, who has an active lifestyle. Ad#.7752 PAINT A GOOD PICTURE Single white male, 38, 6’, dark hair, hazel eyes, enjoys singing, fun times at the beach, rrock music, animals and spending time with his son, seeking trustworthy, respectful single female, 25-45. Ad#.8471 STEVEN KING, PIZZA & YOU Sincere single white.male, 36, 5’10”, 200lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, a smoker, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys movies, walks and quiet evenings, seeks warm, thoughtful single white female, 25-40. Ad#. 1331 NATURALLY NICE SWM, 35, 5’8", 150lbs., blue-eyed blond, enjoys dancing, music, animals, walks on the beach, seeks SWF, 25-45. Ad#.7247 WAITING FOR YOU Single white dad, 37,5'8", non-smoker, lives in Battle Creek area, enjoys riding bikes, shoot­ ing pool, movies, dining out, walks, quiet evenings at home, seeks slender, single white female, 25-40, children welcome. Ad#.1613 TELL NO TALES Professional SWM, 24, 5’9", N/S, lives in Hastings area, enjoys sports, quiet evenings, going out on weekends, seeks SF, 21-27, medium-build, without children. Ad#.2626 SIMILAR INTERESTS? Shy single white male, 36,5'5”, medium-build, brown nair, blue eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys camping and travel, seeks single white female, 32-38, non-smoker, for a long-term relationship. Ad#.1536 ATTENTION LADIES... Hardworking, professional SWM, 24, 5’10", slim, a smoker, enjoys movies, nightclubs and good conversation, seeks upbeat,. vibrant SWF, 21-28, no moms please. Ad#.6977 NO HEAD GAMES Romantic SWM, 50, affectionate, outgoing, lives in Portage, professional, has a vanety of iinterests, seeks loving SWF, 34-58, who is compatible for a long term relationship. Ad#.5238 . FRIENDS FIRST Single white male, 38, 5’4”, slim, from Battle 5C2r,eek, loves the movies, socializing, conver­ sation over coffee, seeks single white female, 21+Ad#.1O3O MAN OF TRUTH Faithful SWM, 33, 5’8”, smoker, employed, likes movies, dancing, spending time with friends and singing, looking to meet SWF, 25­ 37. Ad#.3828 COUNTRY DRIVES... Sing white male, 37, 5’8", 160lbs„ from Single Battle Creek, enjoys the outdoors, music, racBattl ing, camping, traveling, seeks single white female, 32-42. Ad#.3624 GREAT TIMES AWAIT US Fun-loving SWM, 41, 5’7", 170lbs., N/S, from the Battle Creek area, enjoys sports, romantic evenings and spending time outdoors, seeks caring, sensitive, humorous SWF, 35-50, with an open mind. Ad#.2974 TO FIND OUT MORE... Single white male, 45,6’, lives in Battle Creek, in search of communicative single white female, for companionship. Ad#.1152 . LONG TERM? SWM, 52,5’6”, brown hair, hazel eyes, lives in the Otsego area, enjoys camping, outdoor activities, movies and quiet evenings at home, seeking SWF, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.6944 OPEN YOUR HEART Single white male, 47, 6’, medium-build, shy, reserved, enjoys gardening, dining out, seek­ ing single white female, 38+, with similar inter­ ests. Ad#.275O DINNER DATE? Single white male, 38, enjoys dining out, going to the movies, spending time with family and friends, looking for an attractive, kind-hearted single white female, 19-50. Ad#.7864 UNIQUE Divorced white dad, 41, 6', 175lbs., auburn* hair, blue eyes, smoker, seeking slender single white female, 25-50, for companionship. Ad#.4882 . A NEW BEGINNING ONE OF A KIND Handsome SWM, 35,6*1”, 185lbs., brown hair, green eyes, employed, likes classic rock, camping, fishing, hockey, reading, dogs, seeks compatible SWF, 30-40, with good values. Ad#.7O22 Independent, accepting, loyal, open-minded ope SWM, 28, 5*7”, reddish-brown nair, na green eyes, employed, interests are movies, art, music, reading, antiques and cars, seeking compatible, slender er SF, 18-38. Ad#. 1896 QUIET NATURE Slim divorced white male, 44,6'4”, non-smok­ er, likes new adventures, the great outdoors, travel and rock music, seeks an attractive sin­ gle white female, 27-39, for a possible relationship. Ad#.9O93 , Laid-back single white male, 37, 6'1”, brown hair/eyes, enjoys the sunshine, working, rock music and camping, seeking considerate sin­ gle female, 30-50. Ad#.8764 WILL PUT TRUST IN YOU Single white male, 29. 5'8”, 140lbs., brown hair/eyes, likes hard rock music, travel, sport­ ing events, computers and more, seeks goaloriented, petite single white female, 25-35. Ad#.774O NO RISK INVOLVED Single white dad, 23,6'4”, 21 Olbs., brown hair, green eyes, enjoys playing the guitar, country music, sports, dogs, casinos, car racing and camping, seeking honest single female, 21-27. Ad#.1973 DIAL MY NUMBER LOOK MY WAY SWM, 37, 5’11", shy, smoker, enjoys fishing, bowling, playing baseball, seeking SF, under 40, for special times. Ad#.1923 Hardworking SW dad of two, 21, 5’4”, N/S, seeks SWF, under 25, single moms welcome, for possible relationship. Ad#.7576 YOU WON’T REGRET IT! IS IT YOU? Attractive single black male, 23, 5’10”, slim, non-smoker, from the Detroit area, enjoys movies, playing pool, going to clubs, seeking a single white female, under 28. Ad#.7535 Single white dad, 38, 5’9", 170lbs., smoker, financially secure, likes zoos, miniature golf, dining out, quiet times at home, bowling, seeks open-minded single white female, with similar interests. Ad#.9264 A FRESH START SUNSETS AND LOVE Personable SWF, 59, 5’2", 140lbs., dark hair, blue eyes, lives in Kalamazoo, enjoys walks, bicycling, dining out, dancing, seeks N/S, medium-built SWM, under 69. Ad#.3661 VERY APPEALING Even-tempered SWM, 47, 5’8", heavyset, N/S, light drinker, employed, likes comedy, history, reading, seeks special SF, age unim­ portant, who enjoys travelling and shopping. Ad#.5857 Divorced white male, 46, 5’7”, non-smoker, social drinker, interesting, likes to dance, camping in cabins, cooking, skiing, seeks slender single white female, under 49. Ad#.1255 . Divorced, white male, 28, 5’7”, medium-build, a smoker, non-drinker, enjoys movies, danc­ ing, long talks, walks on the beach, seeking single, white female, over 20, slender, children welcome. Ad#.789O LOVE TO SPOIL YOU DINNER AND DANCING? Single white male, 32, 6’2", smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys ail sports, shooting pool, fishing, movies, seeks slender single white female, 28-32, for possible relationship. Ad#.2166 . HEART, MIND, BODY & SOUL NEW IN TOWN SW mom of one, 37, 5’6", medium/S, lives in Bangor, likes music, walking sunsets, seeks mature, honest SWM, for lifetime relationship. Ad#.2286 SPONTANEOUS TYPE OF GUY SWM, 51, 5’11”, N/S, lives in Hastings, enjoys golf, country line dancing, flea mar­ kets, travel, seeks SWF, 40-51, with similar interests. Ad#. 1205 Single white dad, 53, 6’, 170lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, employed, enjoys music, collecting coins, comedy movies and sports, seeks com­ patible single black female, 45-55. Ad#.8952 Slender single white female, 35, 5’2”, blonde hair, blue eyes, non-smoker, enjoys football, seeking single white male, 40-47, for friend­ ship first. Ad#.31O6 I WANT TO BE WITH YOU Hardworking single white female, 34, 5'4”, enjoys computers, movies, spending time with friends and good conversation, seeks single female, 25-40, non-smoker. Ad#. 1409 SHORT AND SWEET SWM, 19, 5’11”, 140lbs., enjoys bowling, golf, tennis, cats and sports, seeking SWF, 18-20, with similar interests. Ad#.8695 SHY AT FIRST SWM, 29, 5'11", medium-build, auburn hair, brown eyes, enjoys country music, campi SpWingF,, swimming, horseback riding, seeking under 32. Ad#.6080 FUN TO BE WITH CALL ME Slim SWM, 42, 6', N/S, enjoys biking, dining out, working out, seeking slender SWF, 25-35, for friendship first. Ad#.557O FRIENDS FIRST... Heavyset single white male, 28, 6’2”, smoker, lives in Battle Creek, enjoys sports, dancing, going out with friends, quiet times at home, seeks single white female, 25-35. Ad#.515O GREAT MANNER Personable SWM, 41, 5'9”, 155lbs., smoker, self-employed, enjoys stock car racing and dining out, seeking kind, considerate SWF, 3247, children okay. Ad#.4111 NATURE LOVER SWM, 18, 5'10", 140lbs., brown hair, hazel eyes, from Caledonia, enjoys rollerblading, sports, hunting, seeks SWF, 18-19, for possible relationship. Ad#.7537 NO HEAD GAMES Dedicated SW dad, 29, 5'11", friendly, lives in South Haven, employed, enjoys outdoor activities, sports, long walks, moonlight strolls, dancing, music, seeks SWF, 25-35. Ad#.9O74 JUST A NICE GUY Slim SWM, 34, 6', loves horses, dancing and romantic evenings, seeks level-headed, upfront, enjoyable SF, under 38. Ad#.3369 HARD WORKER Single white male, 25, 6’3", 290lbs., brown hair/eyes, from Battle Creek, enjoys dining out, seeks fun-loving, trustworthy single female, 18-30. Ad#.9468 ADVENTUROUS Attraictive singal e black ma_l_e_, _2_3,. 5.'9.”, _1_5_5_lb_s_., non-■ssmoker, llives in Saginaw, likes clubbing, bowling, movies, shooting pool, seeks fun-lov­ ing single white female, under 25, with similar interests. Ad#. 1414 NEW GUY IN TOWN Romantic SWM, 50, 6’, N/S, lives in Marshall, enjoys Harleys, oldies, shooting pool, movies, sshort walks and long drives, seeks caring SWF, for monogamous long-term relationship. Ad#. 1002 LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? Slim single white male, 22, 6’2", blue-eyed blond, smoker, enjoys dancing, playing sports, seeks gorgeous single white female, 20-35. Ad#.9111 CELEBRATE LIFE WITH ME Retired single white male, 58, 5’10", medium build, non-smoker, from Battle Creek, likes cards, gardening, animals, the water, quiet evenings at home, hoping to meet single white female, 45-58. Ad#.1939 A GOOD CATCH Well-educated, humorous single white male, 38, 6'2", dark hair/eyes, lives in Battle Creek, loves children, animals, auctions and garage sales, seeks secure, independent and vibrant single white female. Ad#.8796 NEW IDEAS? Single white male, 49, 6’2", smoker, from Battle Creeks, interests include movies, mall walking, seeks single white female, 34-48, for friends-first relationship. Ad#.3266 « LEAVE A MESSAGE SWM, 18, 5’2”, smoker, lives in Hastings, employed, seeks slender SWF, 18-21, who likes going out and having a good time. Ad#.2379 LOOK AT THIS Romantic, affectionate SWM, 27, 5’6”, living in the South Haven area, loves to travel, in search of compassionate, fun-loving SWF, 25-35. Ad#.2001 QUIET NATURE Conservative, shy single white male, 27, 5'7", enjoys sports and music, looking ooking for single white female, 18-32, for friendship first, leading to relationship. Ad#.6969 COMMUNICATION IS KEY Professional, fit single white male, 38, 5’10", 175lbs., smoker, home owner, from Battle Creek, enjoys movies, motorcycling, swim­ ming, fitness, seeks slim, respectable single white female. Ad#.3772 LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP? SBM, 48, 5'4”, smoker, lives in Covert, enjoys music, plays the piano and organ, fishing, hunting, the outdoors, seeks SBF, 40-47, who is easy to talk to. Ad#.8O44 WHERE ARE YOU? Personable, heavyset SWM, 37, 5'9", N/S, non-drinker, likes hunting, fishing, wants to meet a childless SWCF, 25-35,- N/S, who attends church. Ad#.8888 OLD-FASHIONED VALUES Honest, humorous divorced white male, 49, 5'7”, slim, non-smoker, likes the outdoors, hockey, golf, biking, movies, dining out, seeks compatible, slender single white female, under 49. Ad#. 1984 LIKES TO TALK Single white male, 23,6', 152lbs., brown hair, blue eyes, outgoing, enjoys playing sports, parties, seeks optimistic, honest, trustworthy single white female, 20-25. 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Never in the rich football tradition of Maple Valley High School had the Lions played in a State championship. In 1997, Coach Guenther Mittelstaedt's team did just that and nearly pulled out a Class CC State title. Muskegon Oakridge, however, won the gridiron battle 6-0 at the Pontiac Silverdome, ending a 12-1 M.V. season that included an SMAA league trophy. The '97 playoff run included wins over No. 10 Berrien Springs (20-0), Jonesville (22-6) and No. 2 Montrose (20-10). Players like Andy Patrick, Jason Thompson, Trevor Wawiernia, Travis VanAlstine, Pat Lowe, Chris Gonser, Trent Harvey, Rich Smith, Lucas Flory, Lance Flory and Bryan Faurot rose to the occasions again and again as the Lions roared towards the 'Dome. Maple Valley's girls cross country team also competed at State in 1997. The Lady Lions, running at the Michigan Speedway in Brooklyn, wound up ninth in Class C with a 265 team score. It was the third year in a row that the team placed ninth at the State The Lions' win over Montrose in Portland resulted in a big celebration afterwards. finals. At Hastings City Bank, we are proud of our 112 year tradition as a strong, independent, Leading the charge was senior Dawn VanderVlucht who placed 14th in 20:37. Other Lion sprints included Cassady Murphy (46th in 21:49), Nicole Wilson (47th in 21:49), Heidi Eberly (60th in 22:16), Andrea Mace (98th in 23:15), Cristina Desrochers (106th in 23:43) and Rebecca Wilson (118th in 24:08). Lowe not only went to State as a football player, but competed as an individual at the Division HI individual wrestling finals at Western Michigan University's University Arena. Lowe placed fourth at 135 and earned first team All­ Barry County acclaim. Earlier this season, Lowe earned his 100th career win as a prep wrestler. hometown bank. 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